Spiritual Intersections in Boston History
On Wednesday, October 26, the Mary Baker Eddy Library held its second program in its “Spiritual Intersections in Boston History” series. This series explored issues of gender and religion in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the rise of the muscular Christian movement. It examined varying religious and cultural perspectives on womanhood and manhood and the connection of spirit, mind, and body in this time period. The discussion was moderated by Dr. Christopher Evans, Professor of History of Christianity and Methodist Studies at the School of Theology.
Panelists included:
- Dr. Margaret (Peggy) Bendroth—Executive Director, The Congregational Library and Archives; author, The Last Puritans: Mainline Protestants and the Power of the Past (UNC Press, 2015)
- Dr. Clifford Putney—Associate Professor, History, Bentley University; author, Muscular Christianity: Manhood and Sports in Protestant America, 1880-1920 (Harvard University Press, 2001)
- Jonathon Eder—Programs Manager, The Mary Baker Eddy Library
The full video of the event is available at: http://www.marybakereddylibrary.org/project/spiritual-intersections-boston-history-program-2/
If you have further questions, please contact Jonathon Eder at ederj@mbelibrary.org or 617-450-7131.