Thanksgiving for Peace; a Sermon, Preached in the First Congregational Church - (Paperback or Softback)

“Thanksgiving for Peace; a Sermon, Preached in the First Congregational Church” by William Carey Richards, delivered in 1866, reflects on the end of the American Civil War and the prospects for national reconciliation. This sermon offers a glimpse into the immediate aftermath of the war, capturing the hopes and anxieties of a nation grappling with profound division and loss. Richards's words provide valuable insight into the religious and moral sentiments of the time, revealing the challenges of forging a lasting peace after years of conflict. This historical document serves as a primary source for understanding the social and spiritual dimensions of the Reconstruction Era, highlighting the role of religious institutions in shaping public discourse and promoting healing. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in the Civil War, religious history, or the pursuit of peace in times of adversity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• | Author: William Carey 1818-1892 [. Richards
• | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00060 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1024024113
• | ISBN-13: 9781024024111