CENTENARY OF AMERICAN METHODISM. INTRODUCTION. THE American Methodists propose to celebrate, in the year 1866, the completion of the first great cycle of their history, its centenary jubilee. From Maine to California, from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico, they will assemble in their churches for religious ceremonies and pecuniary offerings. What entitles Methodism to this solemn, this national commemoration? In answering this question it is proposed to show: First, What is Methodism.. Second, What it has achieved that commends it to such general and grateful recognition. Third, What are its capabilities for the future, and the consequent responsibilities of its people. It is not designed to discuss these propositions in |