Publisher's Synopsis
Through The Second Gate: Baptists In Action Among New Americans is a historical book written by Charles Alvin Brooks in 1922. The book is a detailed account of the efforts made by the Baptist Church to reach out to immigrants in the United States during the early 20th century. Brooks provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by immigrants during this time and the ways in which the Baptist Church worked to provide them with support and assistance.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Baptist Church's outreach efforts. Brooks discusses the role of missionaries in working with immigrants, the establishment of Baptist churches in immigrant communities, and the various social and educational programs that were put in place to help immigrants assimilate into American society.Throughout the book, Brooks emphasizes the importance of the Baptist Church's work in helping immigrants to feel welcome and supported in their new country. He also highlights the ways in which the Baptist Church's outreach efforts helped to promote a sense of unity and community among immigrants, despite their diverse backgrounds and experiences.Overall, Through The Second Gate: Baptists In Action Among New Americans is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of immigration and the role of religion in supporting immigrant communities. Brooks' detailed research and engaging writing style make this book a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in learning more about this important chapter in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.