history

  • when founded

    Apostolic Christian Church (Nazarean) was founded in the early 1830s in Switzerland by Samuel Heinrich Fröhlich
  • First American church

    First American church was formed in Lewis County, New York, in 1847
  • Church started to grow

    In 1848 a church was formed in Sardis, Ohio. The church experienced primary growth in the Midwest
  • People wanted more

    In 1907, a group of individuals within the Church of the Nazarene who desired a stricter respect for and holiness teachings, especially on dress and lifestyle standards, separated from the main denomination and formed what would become the Apostolic Christian Church (Nazarene).
  • the church changed and adopted New things

    In the 19th century, there was a growing movement of revivalism and holiness within the Christian church, leading to the emergence of various Holiness denominations, including the Church of the Nazarene. which adopted a uniform name called Apostolic Christian Church.
  • Church Rush

    In the mid-20th century, the church experienced a rush of new members and expanded its outreach ministries, including missions work and social services.
  • Today

    Today, the Apostolic Christian Church (Nazarene) remains a vibrant and active denomination, with a focus on holiness, community, and ou