NGK Somerset-Wes

NG Kerk Somerset-Wes 1819-1969 (plus addendum vir die jare 1969-2019)

In hierdie boek dokumenteer HC Hopkins die stigting, ontwikkeling en groei van die NGK-gemeente Somerset-Wes vanaf 1819-1969. ('n Latere publikasie duer die kerkraad, wat die periode 1969-2019 dek, word met vergunning van die kerkraad gratis ingesluit – of kan by die kerk se webblad afgelaai word).

Die boek fokus op die kerk se rol in die gemeenskap, die bou van kerkgeboue, die invloed van predikante, en die vestiging van dogtergemeentes. Dit beklemtoon ook sendingwerk en die rol van die kerk in die onderwyssfeer, asook die volharding en geloofsgroei van die gemeente oor 150 jaar.

Hierdie boek is egter meer as net 'n geskiedkundige of feitelike verslag van die NGK Somerset-Wes. Dit is 'n huldeblyk: 'n huldeblyk aan geloof, 'n viering van gemeenskap, en 'n verhaal van volharding. Dit spreek 'n diepe waardering uit vir die mense wat hierdie kerk en sy nalatenskap gevorm het. Deur sy noukeurige navorsing en boeiende vertelling verweef Hopkins die elemente van geloof, geskiedenis en gemeenskap op ‘n betekenisvolle wyse.

Hierdie boek is ‘n onmisbare bron vir boekliefhebbers, geskiedkundiges en genealogiese navorsers asook almal wat belangstel in die rol van die kerk in gemeenskapsvorming.

Die inhoudsopgawe en voorwoorde kan hier afgelaai word .

Bladsye:   166

Formaat:  Aflaaibare PDF (±136Mb)

NG Kerk Somerset-Wes 1819-1969 (in Afrikaans, plus addendum for the years 1969-2019)

In this beautifully crafted book Hopkins documents the establishment, development and growth of the Dutch Reformed Church of Somerset West during the period 1819-1969. (A later publication by the church council, detailing the history from 1969-2019, is also provided free of charge – or can be downloaded from the church's website).

The book focuses on the church's role in the community, the construction of church buildings, the influence of various ministers and the establishment of daughter-congregations. It further also discusses the congregation's endeavours in the missionary and education fields, as well as the inspiring zeal and resilience over the 150 years under review.

However, the book is more than just a record of historical facts about the congregation and its endeavours. It is a tribute to community, to faith and to the dedication of the community at large. It also conveys a heartfelt appreciation for the individuals who shaped this community.

Through meticulous research and storytelling Hopkins presents a narrative that intertwines faith, history, and community in a meaningful way. This book is a must-have for history enthusiasts, genealogy researchers, or for anyone who enjoys inspiring stories of resilience and growth.

The table of contents and prefaces can be downloaded here.

Pages:   166

Format:  Downloadable PDF (±136Mb)