Articles for tag: Cane Ridge Revival

March 5, 2016

Lexington Celebrating Restoration 200 on May 15

Restoration 200“”billed as a revival of unity, liberty, and love””happens May 15, 3:00 p.m., at the Courthouse Square Plaza in Lexington, KY. The gathering will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first Restoration Movement church in Lexington. After the Cane Ridge Revival near Paris, KY, in 1801, Christians across the commonwealth shed their denominations to imitate the church of the New Testament. They said, “We are not the only Christians, but are Christians only.” This revival of the church, often referred to as the Second Great Awakening, brought to light the detriments of separation in the church, and emphasized the

December 10, 2012

Jerry Harris

Restoration Movement History

Rediscovering the Sacred Stones

A church”s new multisite campus. A town steeped in history. The grave of a Restoration Movement pioneer”s wife. A reflection on what this frontier preacher stood for, and the message we still proclaim today. Â By Jerry Harris There she was. Her stone lying on its back, broken and weathered among scores of neglected reminders of lives long since past. The inscription was hard to read because of a combination of age, moss, and dirt, but careful examination gave witness to the precious soul long forgotten to so many. Celia W. Wife of Elder B.W. Stone Died Apr. 23, 1857

October 4, 2009

Paul M. Blowers

Restoration Movement History Key Documents

Still Declaring and Addressing: Thinking About Thomas Campbell 200 Years Later

Paul M. Blowers reflects on Thomas Campbell, the Great Communion, and the Stone-Campbell Movement’s continuing call to Christian unity, reconciliation, and mission.

March 4, 2007

Arron Chambers

Organizations & Events Conferences & Gatherings

FAMILY CAMP: Where It’s At!

Camp meetings shaped American revival life—and Hillsboro Family Camp continues that heritage today. From Cane Ridge to Restoration Acres, thousands gather each year for worship, teaching, and renewal across generations.

June 4, 2006

Rick Lowry

Church & Ministry Church Growth

Gloriously Out of Control

After decades in ministry, Rick Lowry asks whether church “success” can be measured by numbers—or by revival. He reflects on awakenings he’s witnessed and challenges leaders to pray for renewal that begins with themselves.