Welcome to Ulster Worldly, a blog about the history of Presbyterianism. Many of these stories come from my own family, many others come from my own denomination.

Tim Hopper · Raleigh, NC

Concurring Witnesses

· Tim Hopper

In this booklet, Joseph presents the story of five Old Testament witnesses to Christ: Abel, Abraham, Moses, David, and Isaiah. Each chapter begins with an outline guiding the reader through Scriptural testimony regarding of the subject's life and his witness to Christ. This is followed by a discussion of each man's witness.

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God’s Word and God’s Man

· Tim Hopper

In this lecture, Joseph argues belief that the "Scriptures of the Old and New Testament" is "the Word of God, the only infallible rule of faith and practice" is essential and central to the work of a minister.

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Influence of the Clan upon Church Growth in Korea

· Tim Hopper

This research paper analyzes the family structure and social organization on Korean village life in the mid-twentieth century. In particular, it examines "village family ties and their effect on church growth."

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Miscellaneous Sermons

· Tim Hopper

Several outlines or manuscripts from sermons preached by Joe.

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Miscellaneous Sermons

· Tim Hopper

Several manuscripts from sermons preached by Joseph.

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Mission to Korea

· Tim Hopper

Joe Hopper's memoir (published in 1999) recounting his thirty-eight years as a missionary to South Korea.

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Missionary Correspondence Letters (1948-1986)

· Tim Hopper

Letters to friends, churches, and supporters regarding Joe and Dot's work in Korea from 1948 to 1986.

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Missionary Talks

· Tim Hopper

Several outlines or manuscripts from a folder entitled "Missionary Talks".

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Protestant Reformation Leaders

· Tim Hopper

Brief biographies of eight reformers: Peter Waldo, John Wyclif, John Huss, Savonarola, Erasmus, Martin Luther, Ulrich Zwingli, and Ignatius Loyola.

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Sermon Preached at Montreat Presbyterian Church

· Tim Hopper

A sermon on the judgment of Solomon in 1 Kings 3:16-28.

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