Zion on the Mississippi: The Settlement of the Saxon Lutherans in Missouri, 1839-1841

by Walter O. Forster

This book offers a popular account of the Saxon emigration and settlement in Perry County, Missouri. The author explores the social, economic, and religious life of these early Lutherans and describes such formative events and people as the founding of Concordia Seminary and the leadership of C.W.F. Walther.

Genres: History

Paperback

First published April 1, 1990

Reviews

[Christa Petzold · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very thorough and fascinating recounting of the Saxon immigration to Missouri in the late 1830's. It took me a while to wade through, but I'm glad I did. I found the writing engaging, but it is a history book, so it probably comes across as "dry" to the casual reader. I didn't find it to be so because I was genuinely curious about the unfolding story. If only I knew German so I could understand all the footnotes and references!

[Jonathan Watt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Must read for LCMS members / clergy. Helpful in understanding the formation of the synod.