DURYEA: The Pastor and Church, or, Rev John Duryea, and the Second Reformed Church at Paterson, NJ
by Theo W Welles. 1896. 172p
Dr. John H. Duryea, a dedicated minister, was born in New York in 1806 and served in various churches with dedication and faith. Despite personal tragedies, his legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God left a lasting impact on his community. The Reformed Church in America, rooted in Calvinistic doctrine, emphasizes governance by elders, adherence to Scriptures, and Christian discipline. The church’s commitment to biblical principles and liturgical practices upholds doctrinal integrity and reverence. The story of Rev. David Marinus serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of alcohol abuse in the ministry. Internal disputes within the Second Reformed Dutch Church of Totowa in the 1800s underscored the challenges of maintaining order and discipline within the congregation.