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''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Suriname, go to the [[Suriname Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.'' | ''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Suriname, go to the [[Suriname Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.'' | ||
=Online Resources and Websites= | =Online Resources and Websites= | ||
*[https://www.nationaalarchief.nl/onderzoeken/index/nt00342?searchTerm= Dutch Reformed Church 1688-1792], in Dutch, transcribed index. Download the Zip file and unzip it. This is a .pdf index. | *[https://www.nationaalarchief.nl/onderzoeken/index/nt00342?searchTerm= Dutch Reformed Church 1688-1792], in Dutch, transcribed index. Download the Zip file and unzip it. This is a .pdf index. | ||
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=surinam British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Suriname ], index | *[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=surinam British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Suriname ], index and images, ($) | ||
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=surinam British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Suriname ], index | *[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=surinam British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Suriname ], index and images, ($) | ||
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-deaths-and-burials British Armed Forces and Overseas Deaths and Burials] | *[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-deaths-and-burials British Armed Forces and Overseas Deaths and Burials], index and images, ($) | ||
=Historical Background= | =Historical Background= | ||
The | The dominant religion in Suriname is Christianity, both in the form of '''Roman Catholicism''' and various denominations of Protestantism, the '''Anglican Church''' being the oldest. According to the 2012 census data 48.4% of the population of Suriname is Christian and the '''Pentecostal churches''' are the largest Protestant denomination, closely followed by '''Moravians'''.[ | ||
<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Suriname", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Suriname", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref><br> | |||
=Information Recorded in the Records= | =Information Recorded in the Records= | ||
Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which '''might''' be found (best case scenario) | Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which '''might''' be found (best case scenario); | ||
==Baptisms== | ==Baptisms== | ||
In Catholic and Anglican records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give: | In Catholic and Anglican records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give: | ||
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=How to Find Records= | =How to Find Records= | ||
==Digital Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog == | ==Digital Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog == | ||
Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library. Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a [https://familysearch.org/locations/ '''Family History Center'''] near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations. To find records: | |||
:::a. Click on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId= | :::a. Click on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=406&query=%2Bplace%3ASuriname '''records of Suriname''']. | ||
:::b. Click on '''Places within Suriname''' and a list of towns will appear. | :::b. Click on '''Places within Suriname''' and a list of towns will appear. | ||
:::c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village. | :::c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village. | ||
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<span style="color:darkviolet"> You will probably need to write to or email the national archives, the diocese, or local parish priests to find records. See the [[Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy|'''Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy''']] for help with composing letters.</span> | <span style="color:darkviolet"> You will probably need to write to or email the national archives, the diocese, or local parish priests to find records. See the [[Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy|'''Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy''']] for help with composing letters.</span> | ||
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= '''Catholic Church Records''' = | = '''Catholic Church Records''' = | ||
==Writing to a Local Parish== | ==Writing to a Local Parish== | ||
To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a local parish, consult: | |||
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Suriname&country_sn=SR&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=1.837306&nelat=6.1295999&swlng=-58.07050590000001&nelng=-53.94289999999999&lat=3.919305&lng=-56.027783&faddress=Suriname&place_id=ChIJUdXT2dU2CI0RsjYpccDhNxA#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Suriname'''] | *[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Suriname&country_sn=SR&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=1.837306&nelat=6.1295999&swlng=-58.07050590000001&nelng=-53.94289999999999&lat=3.919305&lng=-56.027783&faddress=Suriname&place_id=ChIJUdXT2dU2CI0RsjYpccDhNxA#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Suriname'''] | ||
== Historical Background == | == Historical Background == | ||
<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Suriname", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Suriname", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church__in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref> | |||
<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Suriname", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Suriname", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ | |||
='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''= | ='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''= | ||
==Online Records== | ==Online Records== | ||
Information is available to current members only for deceased members and immediate family members who are still living. [https://www.familysearch.org/en/ '''Sign in to FamilySearch and then select Family Tree in the drop-down menu.'''] | |||
==Historical Background== | ==Historical Background== | ||
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<ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Suriname, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.</ref> | <ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Suriname, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.</ref> | ||
='''Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records'''= | |||
=''' | ==Writing for Records== | ||
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/anglican+church+suriname/@6.1395839,-57.5439783,8z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Anglican churches in Suriname'''] | |||
==Historical Background== | |||
='''Dutch Reformed Church Records'''= | |||
==Writing for Records== | ==Writing for Records== | ||
='''Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records'''= | ='''Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records'''= | ||
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*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/jehovah's+witnesses+church+suriname/@5.8119352,-55.1947494,14z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Suriname'''] | *[https://www.google.com/maps/search/jehovah's+witnesses+church+suriname/@5.8119352,-55.1947494,14z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Suriname'''] | ||
==Historical Background== | ==Historical Background== | ||
='''Moravian Church Records'''= | ='''Moravian Church Records'''= | ||
==Writing for Records== | ==Writing for Records== | ||
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==Historical Background== | ==Historical Background== | ||
The mission in Suriname started from Hernnhut (Germany) in 1735 and was continued after 1928 from Zeist in the Netherlands. Mission among the American Indians began in 1748 and continued later among the (African) slaves and the bush negroes (fugitive slaves). After 1835 several congregations were established in various parts of the country. Mission among the East Indians (Hindustanis) began in 1873 and among the Javanese in 1909. As several members of the Moravian Church in Suriname emigrated to the Netherlands Antilles and the Netherlands, especially after the second world war, the church in Suriname is also working in the Netherlands Antilles. In 1963 the church became an autonomous province of the Moravian Church, with its own synod meeting every three years. The provincial elders conference, the governing body of the community, is assisted by two other boards, one for church affairs and the other for mission affairs.<ref>"Moravian Church in Suriname", "World Council of Churches", https://www.oikoumene.org/en/member-churches/moravian-church-in-suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.</ref> | The mission in Suriname started from Hernnhut (Germany) in 1735 and was continued after 1928 from Zeist in the Netherlands. Mission among the American Indians began in 1748 and continued later among the (African) slaves and the bush negroes (fugitive slaves). After 1835 several congregations were established in various parts of the country. Mission among the East Indians (Hindustanis) began in 1873 and among the Javanese in 1909. As several members of the Moravian Church in Suriname emigrated to the Netherlands Antilles and the Netherlands, especially after the second world war, the church in Suriname is also working in the Netherlands Antilles. In 1963 the church became an autonomous province of the Moravian Church, with its own synod meeting every three years. The provincial elders conference, the governing body of the community, is assisted by two other boards, one for church affairs and the other for mission affairs.<ref>"Moravian Church in Suriname", "World Council of Churches", https://www.oikoumene.org/en/member-churches/moravian-church-in-suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.</ref> | ||
='''Pentecostal Church Records'''= | ='''Pentecostal Church Records'''= | ||
==Writing for Records== | ==Writing for Records== | ||
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/pentecostal+church+suriname/@5.8102108,-55.1946813,13.75z '''Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Suriname'''] | *[https://www.google.com/maps/search/pentecostal+church+suriname/@5.8102108,-55.1946813,13.75z '''Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Suriname'''] | ||
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/assembly+of+god+church+suriname/@5.8102101,-55.194783,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Assembly of God churches in Suriname'''] | *[https://www.google.com/maps/search/assembly+of+god+church+suriname/@5.8102101,-55.194783,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Assembly of God churches in Suriname'''] | ||
='''Seventh-day Adventist Church Records'''= | ='''Seventh-day Adventist Church Records'''= | ||
==Writing for Records== | ==Writing for Records== | ||
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/seventh-day+adventist+church+suriname/@5.8119341,-55.1949211,14z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Seventh-day Adventist churches in Suriname'''] | *[https://www.google.com/maps/search/seventh-day+adventist+church+suriname/@5.8119341,-55.1949211,14z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Seventh-day Adventist churches in Suriname'''] | ||
==Historical Background== | ==Historical Background== | ||
=References= | =References= | ||
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[[Category:Suriname]] | [[Category:Suriname]] | ||
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For information about records for non-Christian religions in Suriname, go to the Religious Records page.
Online Resources and Websites[edit | edit source]
- Dutch Reformed Church 1688-1792, in Dutch, transcribed index. Download the Zip file and unzip it. This is a .pdf index.
- British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Suriname , index and images, ($)
- British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Suriname , index and images, ($)
- British Armed Forces and Overseas Deaths and Burials, index and images, ($)
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
The dominant religion in Suriname is Christianity, both in the form of Roman Catholicism and various denominations of Protestantism, the Anglican Church being the oldest. According to the 2012 census data 48.4% of the population of Suriname is Christian and the Pentecostal churches are the largest Protestant denomination, closely followed by Moravians.[
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Information Recorded in the Records[edit | edit source]
Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which might be found (best case scenario);
Baptisms[edit | edit source]
In Catholic and Anglican records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give:
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Marriages[edit | edit source]
Marriage registers can give:
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Burials[edit | edit source]
Burial registers may give:
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How to Find Records[edit | edit source]
Digital Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog[edit | edit source]
Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library. Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a Family History Center near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations. To find records:
- a. Click on the records of Suriname.
- b. Click on Places within Suriname and a list of towns will appear.
- c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village.
- d. Click on the "Church records" topic. Click on the blue links to specific record titles.
- e. Some combination of these icons will appear at the far right of the listing for the record.
. The magnifying glass indicates that the record is indexed. Clicking on the magnifying glass will take you to the index. Clicking on the camera will take you to an online digital copy of the records.
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
You will probably need to write to or email the national archives, the diocese, or local parish priests to find records. See the Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy for help with composing letters.
Catholic Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing to a Local Parish[edit | edit source]
To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a local parish, consult:
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records[edit | edit source]
Online Records[edit | edit source]
Information is available to current members only for deceased members and immediate family members who are still living. Sign in to FamilySearch and then select Family Tree in the drop-down menu.
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
Total Church Membership: 1,630. Congregations: 5.
Former Netherlands Amsterdam Mission President John Limburg and his wife, Beverly, were called to begin missionary work in Suriname. The Limburgs arrived in Paramaribo in October 1988. Membership had increased in Paramaribo so that in November 1989 a branch (a small congregation) was formally organized. By 1990, attendance at the branch averaged about 100 people.
In 2001, there were 495 members in Suriname. The Paramaribo chapel was dedicated in July 2001 and, due to membership growth, the Paramaribo Branch was divided in September 2002 to form the Wanica Branch. [5]
Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
Dutch Reformed Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
Moravian Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
The mission in Suriname started from Hernnhut (Germany) in 1735 and was continued after 1928 from Zeist in the Netherlands. Mission among the American Indians began in 1748 and continued later among the (African) slaves and the bush negroes (fugitive slaves). After 1835 several congregations were established in various parts of the country. Mission among the East Indians (Hindustanis) began in 1873 and among the Javanese in 1909. As several members of the Moravian Church in Suriname emigrated to the Netherlands Antilles and the Netherlands, especially after the second world war, the church in Suriname is also working in the Netherlands Antilles. In 1963 the church became an autonomous province of the Moravian Church, with its own synod meeting every three years. The provincial elders conference, the governing body of the community, is assisted by two other boards, one for church affairs and the other for mission affairs.[6]
Pentecostal Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
- Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Suriname
- Google Maps search results for Assembly of God churches in Suriname
Seventh-day Adventist Church Records[edit | edit source]
Writing for Records[edit | edit source]
Historical Background[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Suriname", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.
- ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Suriname", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.
- ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Suriname", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.
- ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Suriname", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church__in_Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.
- ↑ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Suriname, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.
- ↑ "Moravian Church in Suriname", "World Council of Churches", https://www.oikoumene.org/en/member-churches/moravian-church-in-suriname, accessed 14 March 2020.