Past Book Winners
- Paula Christopher – “How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records” – July 15
- Warren Greenleaf – “Generations by Generations” – June 15
- Mari Knapp – “Mastering Spanish Handwriting and Documents, 1520-1820” – May 15
- Gretta Gribble – “How to Find Your Family Roots” – April 22
- Donna Hicks – “DNA for Native American Genealogy” – March 27
- Derek H. – “Evidence Explained” – March 6
This book illuminates a goldmine for genealogists: church records created by major Christian denominations in the United States before 1900. Often overlooked, these records are treasure troves of information. They can reveal details such as births, maiden and married names, marriages, deaths, family connections, past residences, and even birthplaces abroad. Importantly, they often include details about individuals typically missing from other documents, including women, children, ethnic minorities, immigrants, and lower-income groups. These records can provide insights into your family’s past, predating the establishment of civil records.
However, locating and accessing these U.S. church records can be challenging. “How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records” is a peer-reviewed guide that systematically navigates researchers through the steps to find, locate, and access these valuable records.
The book is a comprehensive resource, featuring numerous links to church research tools and dedicated chapters for various Christian denominations that existed before 1900. Over 30 archivists, historians, and genealogy experts from different faith traditions have contributed their insights to these chapters. To learn more about this essential genealogist guide, visit Genealogical.
Winner Announcement: The lucky winner will be announced on July 16 and will be contacted directly to arrange shipping.
The book is also available on Amazon and Genealogical.com for those who wish to explore further.
Good luck to all participants! This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding of your heritage and connect with the past.
Historical Postcard Winners
- John
- Michael
- Jan
- Cindy