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''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Algeria, go to the [[Algeria Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.''
''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Algeria, go to the [[Algeria Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.''
=Online Resources and Websites=
=Online Resources and Websites=
*'''1685-1688''' {{FSC|422135|title-id|disp=Registre de décès, 1685-1688, }}(*); Eglise catholique. Bastion de France (Algérie) at FamilySearch Catalog - images
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=algeria British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Algeria], index and images, ($)
*'''1709-1785''' {{FSC|1408219|title-id|disp=Registres paroissiaux d'Alger (Algérie): 1709-1785}}(*); Eglise catholique. Paroisse d'Alger (Algérie) at FamilySearch Catalog - images
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*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=algeria British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Algeria], index & images ($)
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*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=algeria British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Algeria], index & images ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=algeria British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Algeria], index and images, ($)
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=Historical Background=
=Historical Background=
'''Islam''' is the predominant religion in Algeria, with its adherents, mostly Sunnis, accounting for 99% of the population according to a 2012 CIA World Factbook estimate, and 97.9% according to Pew Research in 2010. In the early 1980s, the '''Roman Catholic''' population numbered about 45,000, most of whom were foreigners or Algerians who had married French or Italians. A 2015 study estimates some 380,000 Christian believers from a Muslim background in the country, most of whom subscribe to some form of evangelical Christianity. The '''Protestant Church of Algeria''' is one of only two officially recognized Christian organizations in the country. Algeria is included in the episcopal area of North Africa of the '''Anglican Diocese of Egypt'''. <ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref>
Islam is the predominant religion in Algeria, with its adherents, mostly Sunnis, accounting for 99% of the population according to a 2012 CIA World Factbook estimate, and 97.9% according to Pew Research in 2010. Estimates of the Christian population range from 20,000 to 200,000 and most are believed to be foreign residents. A 2015 study estimates some 380,000 Christian believers from a Muslim background in the country, most of whom subscribe to some form of evangelical Christianity. <ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref>


=Information Recorded in the Records=
=Information Recorded in the Records=
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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://locations.familysearch.org/en/search '''FamilySearch Center'''] near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations.  To find records:  
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:::b. Click on '''Places within Algeria''' 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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==Writing for Records==
==Writing for Records==
<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 [[French Letter Writing Guide|'''French Letter Writing Guide''']] 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 [[French Letter Writing Guide|'''French Letter Writing Guide''']][[Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy|'''Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy''']] for help with composing letters.</span>
*[https://maps.me/catalog/attractions/amenity-place_of_worship-christian/country-ljzy-r/ '''Maps.me Church Listings for Algeria''']
 
='''Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
'''The Church of the Holy Trinity, Algiers'''<br>
'''Eglise Anglicane Episcopale de la Sainte Trinité'''<br>
6 Avenue Souiddani Boudjemaa<br>
BP 122K El-Mouradia<br>
Algiers, Algeria<br>
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Church: +213 (0) 21 681 719<br>
Home: +213 (0) 21 230 591<br>
Mobile: +213 (0) 781 306 726<br>
Email: info@holytrinityalgiers.org<br>
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*'''[https://www.ics-uk.org/algeria/algiers Website]'''
*[https://www.facebook.com/youthministryofholytrinitychurchalgiers/ '''Facebook''']
 
==Historical Background==
There is only one current congregation in the country, Holy Trinity Anglican Church, in Algiers.<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Protestantism in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protestantism_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref>
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= '''Catholic Church Records''' =
= '''Catholic Church Records''' =
[[File:Diocese eveches, Algérie.jpg|350px|thumb|right|<center>Map of Algerian dioceses</center>]]
==Writing to a Local Parish==
==Writing to a Local Parish==
Earlier records can be held at the diocese, with more recent records still kept in the local parish.  To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a diocese or local parish, consult:
To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a local parish, consult:
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Algeria&country_sn=DZ&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=18.9681469&nelat=37.2216&swlng=-8.6676111&nelng=11.9999992&lat=28.033886&lng=1.659626&faddress=Algeria&place_id=ChIJ0XsDKGqKfg0RovjXq-O-QHE#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Algeria''']
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Algeria&country_sn=DZ&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=18.9681469&nelat=37.2216&swlng=-8.6676111&nelng=11.9999992&lat=28.033886&lng=1.659626&faddress=Algeria&place_id=ChIJ0XsDKGqKfg0RovjXq-O-QHE#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Algeria''']


== Historical Background ==
== Historical Background ==
The Roman Catholic Church was reintroduced after the French conquest, when the Diocese of Algiers was established in 1838. The several Roman Catholic missions established in Algeria were concerned with charitable and relief work; the establishment of schools, workshops, and infirmaries; and the training of staff for the new establishments. Some of the missionaries of these organizations remained in the country after independence, working among the poorer segments of the population. During French colonial rule, the Catholic population of Algeria peaked at over one million, but most of these left following Algeria's independence in 1962. In the early 1980s, the Roman Catholic population numbered about 45,000, most of whom were foreigners or Algerians who had married French or Italians. <ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church__in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020. </ref>
The Roman Catholic Church was reintroduced after the French conquest, when the Diocese of Algiers was established in 1838. The several Roman Catholic missions established in Algeria were concerned with charitable and relief work; the establishment of schools, workshops, and infirmaries; and the training of staff for the new establishments. Some of the missionaries of these organizations remained in the country after independence, working among the poorer segments of the population. During French colonial rule, the Catholic population of Algeria peaked at over one million, but most of these left following Algeria's independence in 1962. In the early 1980s, the Roman Catholic population numbered about 45,000, most of whom were foreigners or Algerians who had married French or Italians. <ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church__in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020. </ref>
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='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 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==
<ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Algeria, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Algeria, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
='''Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Anglican churches in Algeria''']
==Historical Background==
='''Baptist Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[  '''Google Maps search results for Baptist churches in Algeria''']
='''Eastern Orthodox Church Records'''=  
='''Eastern Orthodox Church Records'''=  
[[File:Dioceses and Archdiocese of the Greek Orthodox Church of Alexandria and of All Africa.png|350px|thumb|right|<center>Dioceses and Archdiocese of the Greek Orthodox Church of Alexandria and of All Africa</center>]]
==Writing for Records==
Algeria is included in the Archdiocese of Carthage
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Eastern Orthodox churches in Algeria''']
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==Historical Background==
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='''Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records'''=
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==Writing for Records==
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*[ '''Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Algeria''']
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='''Lutheran Church Records'''=
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==Writing for Records==
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*[  '''Google Maps search results for Lutheran churches in Algeria''']
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='''Methodist Church Records'''=
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==Writing for Records==
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*[ '''Google Maps search results for Methodist churches in Algeria''']
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==Historical Background==
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='''Pentecostal Church Records'''=
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==Writing for Records==
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*[ '''Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Algeria''']
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='''Presbyterian Church Records'''=
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='''Protestant Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
==Writing for Records==
*[https://www.google.com/maps/place/United+Methodist+Church+of+Constantine/@36.3614381,6.6035691,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x12f1773defec8e75:0x498f553d7b6316eb!8m2!3d36.3614381!4d6.6057631 '''Google Maps search results for Methodist churches in Algeria''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Presbyterian churches in Algeria''']
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/evangelical+church+Algeria/@21.702426,-16.5408675,3z '''Google Maps search results for Evangelical churches in Algeria''']
==Historical Background==
='''Seventh-day Adventist Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Seventh-day Adventist churches in Algeria''']
==Historical Background==
==Historical Background==
Protestants are a religious minority in Algeria. The small Christian community generally practices its faith without government interference. The '''Protestant Church of Algeria''' is one of only two officially recognized Christian organizations in the country.
The Protestant Church of Algeria (EPA French: Eglise protestante d'Algérie) is a federation of Protestant churches from the Reformed and Methodist traditions established in 1972 in Algeria. It is officially recognised by the government of Algeria as the Association of the Protestant Church of Algeria (French: Association de l'Eglise protestante d'Algérie). While exact numbers are not precise, estimates of members range from 100,000 to 150,000 in about 40 to 50 parishes nationwide, primarily in the northern coastal region of the country.<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Protestant Church of Algeria", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protestant_Church_of_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref>
Protestantism was present in Algeria from the early years of French colonization. The first synod of Reformed churches was held in 1843, and Methodists began their work in North Central Algeria (Bougie) in 1883, under the inspiration of the French Methodist Church, and organized in annual conferences (according to linguistic affinities). Many other denominations or missions have also served in Algeria, including the Adventists, Anglicans, Baptists, Mennonites, Pentecostals, and others. The association as it exists today, which takes the form of a federation of communities, was founded in 1972 by the coming together of the United Methodist and French Reformed communities in Algeria. At about the same time, the Mennonite, Salvation Army, and Church of God communities disappeared, and their members were incorporated into the Protestant Church of Algeria. Adventists and Anglicans exist alongside (and outside of) the Protestant Church.<ref>"Protestant Church in Algeria", World Council of Churches, https://www.oikoumene.org/en/member-churches/protestant-church-of-algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.</ref>
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For information about records for non-Christian religions in Algeria, go to the Religious Records page.

Online Resources and Websites[edit | edit source]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Islam is the predominant religion in Algeria, with its adherents, mostly Sunnis, accounting for 99% of the population according to a 2012 CIA World Factbook estimate, and 97.9% according to Pew Research in 2010. Estimates of the Christian population range from 20,000 to 200,000 and most are believed to be foreign residents. A 2015 study estimates some 380,000 Christian believers from a Muslim background in the country, most of whom subscribe to some form of evangelical Christianity. [1]

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:

  • baptism date
  • the infant's name
  • parents' names
  • father's occupation
  • status of legitimacy
  • occasionally, names of grandparents
  • names of witnesses or godparents, who may be relatives
  • birth date and place
  • the family's place of residence
  • death information, as an added note or signified by a cross

Marriages[edit | edit source]

Marriage registers can give:

  • the marriage date
  • the names of the bride and groom
  • indicate whether the bride and groom were single or widowed
  • their ages
  • birth dates and places for the bride and groom
  • their residences
  • their occupations
  • birthplaces of the bride and groom
  • parents' names (after 1800)
  • the names of previous spouses and their death dates
  • names of witnesses, who might be relatives.

Burials[edit | edit source]

Burial registers may give:

  • the name of the deceased
  • the date and place of death or burial
  • the deceased's age
  • place of residence
  • cause of death
  • the names of survivors, especially a widow or widower
  • deceased's birth date and place
  • parents' names, or at least the father's name



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 [COUNTRY LINK records of Algeria].
b. Click on Places within Algeria 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. FHL icons.png. 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 French Letter Writing GuideLetter 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 Roman Catholic Church was reintroduced after the French conquest, when the Diocese of Algiers was established in 1838. The several Roman Catholic missions established in Algeria were concerned with charitable and relief work; the establishment of schools, workshops, and infirmaries; and the training of staff for the new establishments. Some of the missionaries of these organizations remained in the country after independence, working among the poorer segments of the population. During French colonial rule, the Catholic population of Algeria peaked at over one million, but most of these left following Algeria's independence in 1962. In the early 1980s, the Roman Catholic population numbered about 45,000, most of whom were foreigners or Algerians who had married French or Italians. [2][3]

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]

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Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Anglican churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Baptist Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Baptist churches in Algeria]

Eastern Orthodox Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Eastern Orthodox churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Lutheran Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Lutheran churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Methodist Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Methodist churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Pentecostal Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Algeria]

Presbyterian Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Presbyterian churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Seventh-day Adventist Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Seventh-day Adventist churches in Algeria]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Algeria", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.
  2. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Algeria", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.
  3. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Algeria", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church__in_Algeria, accessed 15 March 2020.
  4. ↑ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Algeria, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Algeria, accessed 6 March 2020.

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