Unitarians established a church in the nation�s capital in 1821; and the first Universalist sermon in Washington was presented at city hall in 1827. Since these beginnings; Washington-area Unitarians and Universalists have created congregations that affirm ideals of religious liberalism: a commitment to religious freedom; a reasoned approach to faith; a hopeful view of human capacities to create a better world; and the belief that God is most authentically known as love. Images of America: Unitarians and Universalists of Washington; D.C. features prominent figures such as Robert Little; an English Unitarian who fled his native land and became minister of First Unitarian Church of Washington; political rivals John Quincy Adams and John C. Calhoun; both founding members of the congregation; and Clara Barton; who organized the American Red Cross after her experiences on the battlefields during the Civil War. In 1961; Unitarians and Universalists joined together; and the story continues as Unitarian Universalists interpret the values of religious liberalism for each new generation.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Were luckyBy Jon L AlbeeVirginia Beach (along with Petersburg on the James River) is one of the least known. most underrated historic attractions in Virginia. Heres a book that helps us understand why.The suburban city we know today developed in the 1960s and 70s. but 200 years ago this was prime land for tobacco farming. More than a few of the houses that were once the hubs of immense tobacco plantations are with us today. despite alteration and modern development.This book is a nice directory of some of the beautiful structures that remain from previous centuries. Most of the buildings featured in the book still stand today. though most are completely surrounded by suburban sprawl. Were lucky that the preservation community got organized in Virginia Beach relatively early. and was able to save so many wonderful houses for us to see today. Overall. this book is a nice. if brief. catalog of important historic landmarks. some of which you wont find in other directories of Virginia architecture.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Virginia Beach....ahhhh YES!By Rich BriereThis is a Fabulous Book and you dont have to be a lover of Virginia Beach to admire the work of this Author. Everything about the book is Fabulous; the pictures. the text. the History and the Current Changes in the state of the Region. If this had TEN Stars available. thats what Id give it....but it has five. As Dick Clark used to say...."Its Got a Good Beat and I can Dance to It". Try Dancing with "Virginia Beach". Your Eyes and your Mind will Love you for it.As always. Shipping was almost instantaneous and it arrived in perfect condition. Thank You Amy Hayes Castleberry and thank you !1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Virginia BeachBy Steve ProescherAmys love for her native area shows in her writing. research and the pictures shes selected. A wonderful book to have for anyone who has or is living in the Tidewater area.
