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== Online Resources and Websites ==
== Online Resources and Websites ==
*'''1690-2011''' {{RecordSearch|1392488|South Africa, Dutch Reformed Church Records (Stellenbosch Archive), 1690-2011}} at FamilySearch - [[South Africa, Dutch Reformed Church Records (Stellenbosch Archive) - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1660-2011''' - {{RecordSearch|1392488|South Africa, Dutch Reformed Church Records, Stellenbosch Archive 1660-2011}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search/ FamilySearch]
*'''1838-1991''' {{RecordSearch|2155416|South Africa, Netherdutch Reformed Church Registers (Pretoria Archive), 1838-1991}} at FamilySearch - [[South Africa, Netherdutch Reformed Church Registers (Pretoria Archive) - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1690-2011''' - {{RecordSearch|1392488|South Africa, Dutch Reformed Church Records (Stellenbosch Archive), 1690-2011}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/ FamilySearch]
*'''1947-1972''' {{FSC|2866895|item|disp=Zambia, Livingstone, church records}}(*) at FamilySearch Catalog - images
*'''1838-1991''' - {{RecordSearch|2155416|South Africa, Netherdutch Reformed Church Registers (Pretoria Archive), 1838-1991}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search/ FamilySearch]
*'''1950-2015''' {{RecordSearch|3736255|Zambia, Archdiocese of Lusaka, Church Records, 1950-2015}} at FamilySearch - [[Zambia, Archdiocese of Lusaka, Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index
*'''1947-1972''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/2866895 Zambia, Livingstone, church records] at [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/search FamilySearch Catalog]
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=zambia British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Zambia] at Findmypast - index & images ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=africa British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Africa] at Findmypast - index & images ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=zambia British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Zambia ] at Findmypast - index & images ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=africa British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Africa] at Findmypast - index & images ($)
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*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=zambia British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Zambia], index and images, ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms?country=africa British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms, Africa], index and images, ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=zambia British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Zambia ], index and images, ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/results/world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages?country=africa British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages, Africa], index and images, ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-deaths-and-burials British Armed Forces and Overseas Deaths and Burials], index and images, ($)
==Historical Background==
==Historical Background==
Zambia is a "Christian country" by constitution. Christianity is the official religion in Zambia according to the 1996 constitution, and the vast majority of Zambians i.e 96% are Christians of various denominations, but many other religious traditions are present. Christianity is believed to have arrived in Zambia in the form of European Protestant missionaries and African explorers during the mid of 19th century. Zambia is officially a Christian nation according to the 1996 constitution, but a wide variety of religious traditions exist. Christian denominations include: '''Presbyterianism, Roman Catholic, Anglican, Pentecostal, New Apostolic Church, Lutheran, Seventh-day Adventist, Jehovah's Witnesses, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Branhamism''', and a variety of '''Evangelical''' denominations. These grew, adjusted and prospered from the original missionary settlements (Portuguese and Catholicism in the east from Mozambique) and Anglicanism (English and Scottish influences) from the south.<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Zambia", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zambia, accessed 19 March 2020. </ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Zambia", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Zambia, accessed 19 March 2020. </ref><br>
<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Zambia", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zambia, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref><ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Zambia", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Zambia, accessed 14 March 2020. </ref><br>


==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:  
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=1927050&query=%2Bplace%3A%22Zambia%22 '''records of Zambia'''].
:::a. Click on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=287&query=%2Bplace%3AZambia '''records of Zambia'''].
:::b. Click on '''Places within Zambia''' and a list of towns will appear.
:::b. Click on '''Places within Zambia''' 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 [[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 [[French Letter Writing Guide|'''French Letter Writing Guide''']][[Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy|'''Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy''']] for help with composing letters.</span>
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=='''Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/anglican+church+zambia/@-15.334243,24.9991837,7z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Anglican churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
The first Anglican missionary to the area arrived in 1861, although the first Anglican mission was not established until 1911. Anglicanism has a smaller influence in Zambia compared to other African nations. <ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Church of the Province of Central Africa," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_the_Province_of_Central_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref><ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Christianity in Zambia," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_in_Zambia, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
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== '''Branhamite Church Records''' ==
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/place/Branham+Tabernacle+chingola/@-12.5270255,27.8703533,14z/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sbranhamite+church+zambia!3m4!1s0x196da87ac5cb44d9:0x31a645a000f95c98!8m2!3d-12.5270255!4d27.8878628  '''Google Maps search results for Branhamite churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
Branhamism was developed by William M. Branham in the mid-1900s. Branham was a minister, faith healer, and follower of Pentecostalism who initiated a healing revival in the 1940s. His campaigns led him throughout the United States and the world. In 1952, he held a revival meeting in South Africa. After his death, the followers of Branham continued to establish and expand missions on every continent. By 2000, there were growing missions throughout Africa.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "William M. Branham," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_M._Branham, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
== '''Catholic Church Records''' ==
== '''Catholic Church Records''' ==
[[File:Map of the dioceses of Zambia.png|400px|thumb|right|<center>Map of the dioceses of Zambia. </center>]]
=== Online Resources and Websites ===
=== Online Resources and Websites ===
Catholic church records are available on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/search FamilySearch Catalog] for Lusaka, Zambia. The records (baptism, marriage, death, and First Communion registers and confirmations) are available from 1953 to 2016.
Catholic church records are available on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/search FamilySearch Catalog] for Lusaka, Zambia. The records (baptism, marriage, death, and First Communion registers and confirmations) are available from 1953 to 2016.
'''Lusaka'''<br>
*'''1950-2015''' {{RecordSearch|3736255|Zambia, Archdiocese of Lusaka, Church Records, 1950-2015}} at FamilySearch - Index and Images; [[Zambia, Archdiocese of Lusaka, Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]
===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=Zambia&country_sn=ZM&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=-18.0774179&nelat=-8.2032838&swlng=21.999351&nelng=33.7090305&lat=-13.133897&lng=27.849332&faddress=Zambia&place_id=ChIJcQv8_KX0QBkRRT5Yfqz5n_E#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Zambia''']
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Zambia&country_sn=ZM&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=-18.0774179&nelat=-8.2032838&swlng=21.999351&nelng=33.7090305&lat=-13.133897&lng=27.849332&faddress=Zambia&place_id=ChIJcQv8_KX0QBkRRT5Yfqz5n_E#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Zambia''']


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=='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''==
=='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''==
===Online Records===
===Online Records===
Online information is available to current members,  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.''']
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===
Total Church Membership: 4,428. Congregations: 13.
<ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Zambia, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Zambia, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
 
In 1991 President Vern Marble of the Zimbabwe Harare Mission went to Zambia to search for a couple who had been baptized in England, Johnson Makombe and his wife, Noria. With the help of a taxi driver he found them, and missionary work was begun. The Church was formally registered in July 1992, and that same month a branch (a small congregation) was organized in Lusaka, with a membership of about 50. By the end of 1992 there were about 100 members, and by the end of 1997 the membership had grown to more than 500. To accommodate this increase in membership, a second branch was established in Libala. The first Church building was dedicated in Lusaka in 1998. <ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Zambia, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Zambia, accessed 19 March 2020.</ref>


=='''Anglican (Episcopal) Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Anglican churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
The first Anglican missionary to the area arrived in 1861, although the first Anglican mission was not established until 1911. Anglicanism has a smaller influence in Zambia compared to other African nations. <ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Church of the Province of Central Africa," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_the_Province_of_Central_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref><ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Christianity in Zambia," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_in_Zambia, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
=='''Baptist Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
*[  '''Google Maps search results for Baptist churches in Zambia''']
== '''Branhamite Church Records''' ==
===Writing for Records===
*[  '''Google Maps search results for Branhamite churches in Zambia''']
Branhamism was developed by William M. Branham in the mid-1900s. Branham was a minister, faith healer, and follower of Pentecostalism who initiated a healing revival in the 1940s. His campaigns led him throughout the United States and the world. In 1952, he held a revival meeting in South Africa. After his death, the followers of Branham continued to establish and expand missions on every continent. By 2000, there were growing missions throughout Africa.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "William M. Branham," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_M._Branham, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
=='''Dutch Reformed Church Records'''==
=='''Dutch Reformed Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/reformed+church+zambia/@-15.4311394,28.2994735,14z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Dutch Reformed churches in Zambia''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Dutch Reformed churches in Zambia''']
=== Historical Background ===
=== Historical Background ===
The Dutch Reformed Church reached South Africa at the end of the 19th century and soon after entered Zambia. The first congregation was established in Lusaka and expanded rapidly.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Reformed Church in Zambia," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reformed_Church_in_Zambia, accessed 7 Feb 2019.</ref>  
The Dutch Reformed Church reached South Africa at the end of the 19th century and soon after entered Zambia. The first congregation was established in Lusaka and expanded rapidly.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Reformed Church in Zambia," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reformed_Church_in_Zambia, accessed 7 Feb 2019.</ref>  
=='''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===
Zambia is included in the Archdiocese of Zambia and Malawi
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Eastern Orthodox churches in Zambia''']
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== '''Evangelical Records''' ==
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*[ '''Google Maps search results for Evangelical churches in Zambia''']
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===Historical Background===
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Evangelical Protestantism reached South Africa in 1834; the movement began to grow and expand beginning in 1859. East Africa experienced a revival during the 1920s and 1930s.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Evangelicalism," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evangelicalism, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>  
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== '''Evangelical Records''' ==
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/evangelical+church+zambia/@-15.4311277,28.2467275,12z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Evangelical churches in Zambia''']
=='''Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records'''==
=='''Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===  
===Writing for Records===  
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/jehovah's+witnesses+church+zambia/@-15.4111487,28.1021633,11z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Zambia''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
=='''Lutheran Church Records'''==
=='''Lutheran Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===  
===Writing for Records===  
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/lutheran+church+zambia/@-15.4110609,28.1014756,11z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Lutheran churches in Zambia''']
*[  '''Google Maps search results for Lutheran churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
===Historical Background===
In 1945 the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod agreed to send two missionary pastors on an exploratory journey to investigate possibilities in Africa. In 1953 the first station began in Lusaka the capital city of Zambia at Munali secondary school. In 1954 the first worship services were held at Lumano village where the Central Africa Medical Mission was established. Four years later, in 1957, the Lutheran Church of Central Africa (LCCA) had 18 preaching stations, one organized congregation and an average weekly attendance of over 1,000 people. In 1960 plans for the building of the Bible Institute were began in Lusaka. When the church began, it was registered as “Rhodesian Lutheran Church” but later on the name changed to “Lutheran Church of Central Africa.” This was in 1962.<ref>"Lutheran Church of Central Africa—Zambia Synod", https://celc.info/membership/member-churches/lutheran-church-of-central-africa-zambia/, accessed 19 March 2020.</ref>
Lutheranism was brought to Africa by European traders in the 17th century. During the early-1800s, missionary activities expanded throughout Africa.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Lutheranism," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lutheranism, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
 
=='''Methodist Church Records'''==
=='''Methodist Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===  
===Writing for Records===  
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/methodist+church+zambia/@-15.4199886,28.2539848,13z/data=!3m1!4b1  '''Google Maps search results for Methodist churches in Zambia''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Methodist churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
===Historical Background===
The African Methodist Episcopal Church came to Central Africa in the late 1800s and was officially established by the General Conference of 1888. Those who played a significant role in the growth and development of the church include the Rev. W. J. L. Membe who was instrumental in planning the church all over Zambia (formerly northern Rhodesia).<ref>"Central Africa, African Methodist Episcopal", at World Methodist Council, https://worldmethodistcouncil.org/member-churches/name/central-africa-african-methodist-episcopal/, accessed 19 March 2020.</ref>
== '''New Apostolic Records''' ==
== '''New Apostolic Records''' ==
===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/new+apostolic+church+zambia/@-15.4109732,28.100788,11z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for New Apostolic churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Records===
The New Apostolic Church has a significant presence in Zambia.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "New Apostolic Church," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Apostolic_Church, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
 
=='''Pentecostal Church Records'''==
=='''Pentecostal Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/pentecostal+church+zambia/@-15.4108854,28.1001003,11z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Zambia''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Records===
Pentecostalism entered Africa in the early-1900s. The movement was established in South Africa in 1908 and then spread throughout South Africa and southern Africa.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "African Pentecostalism," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Pentecostalism, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref><ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Pentecostalism in South Africa," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentecostalism_in_South_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref><ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Apostolic Faith Mission of South Africa," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostolic_Faith_Mission_of_South_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>
=='''Presbyterian Church Records'''==
=='''Presbyterian Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/presbyterian+church+zambia/@-15.4107977,28.0994127,11z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Presbyterian churches in Zambia''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Presbyterian churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
===Historical Background===
Presbyterianism entered Zambia in the late-1800s through the work of the Church of Scotland. The first presbytery in Zambia was formed in 1899. Other missions and congregations were then established in Zambia. The Synod of Zambia, one of five synods of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian, was created in 1984.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Church of Central Africa Presbyterian," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_Central_Africa_Presbyterian, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref><ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Church of Central Africa Presbyterian – Synod of Zambia," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_Central_Africa_Presbyterian_%E2%80%93_Synod_of_Zambia, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>  
Presbyterianism entered Zambia in the late-1800s through the work of the Church of Scotland. The first presbytery in Zambia was formed in 1899. Other missions and congregations were then established in Zambia. The Synod of Zambia, one of five synods of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian, was created in 1984.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Church of Central Africa Presbyterian," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_Central_Africa_Presbyterian, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref><ref>Wikipedia contributors, "Church of Central Africa Presbyterian – Synod of Zambia," in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia'', https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_Central_Africa_Presbyterian_%E2%80%93_Synod_of_Zambia, accessed 7 February 2019.</ref>  
=='''Seventh-day Adventist Church Records'''==
=='''Seventh-day Adventist Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/adventist+church+zambia/@-15.4107099,28.098725,11z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Seventh-day Adventist churches in Zambia''']
*[ '''Google Maps search results for Seventh-day Adventist churches in Zambia''']
===Historical Background===
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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]

Online Resources and Websites[edit | edit source]

Catholic church records are available on the FamilySearch Catalog for Lusaka, Zambia. The records (baptism, marriage, death, and First Communion registers and confirmations) are available from 1953 to 2016.

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]

Roman Catholicism reached Zambia in 1879 by Jesuit missionaries. Jesuit missions were then established in Zambia throughout the next few decades. In the 1900s, two archdioceses, Kasama and Lusaka, were created.[3][4]

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records[edit | edit source]

Online Records[edit | edit source]

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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 Zambia]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

The first Anglican missionary to the area arrived in 1861, although the first Anglican mission was not established until 1911. Anglicanism has a smaller influence in Zambia compared to other African nations. [6][7]

Baptist Church Records[edit | edit source]

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

Branhamite Church Records[edit | edit source]

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  • [ Google Maps search results for Branhamite churches in Zambia]

Branhamism was developed by William M. Branham in the mid-1900s. Branham was a minister, faith healer, and follower of Pentecostalism who initiated a healing revival in the 1940s. His campaigns led him throughout the United States and the world. In 1952, he held a revival meeting in South Africa. After his death, the followers of Branham continued to establish and expand missions on every continent. By 2000, there were growing missions throughout Africa.[8]

Dutch Reformed Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Dutch Reformed churches in Zambia]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

The Dutch Reformed Church reached South Africa at the end of the 19th century and soon after entered Zambia. The first congregation was established in Lusaka and expanded rapidly.[9]

Eastern Orthodox Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Evangelical Records[edit | edit source]

  • [ Google Maps search results for Evangelical churches in Zambia]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Evangelical Protestantism reached South Africa in 1834; the movement began to grow and expand beginning in 1859. East Africa experienced a revival during the 1920s and 1930s.[10]

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

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Lutheran Church Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Lutheranism was brought to Africa by European traders in the 17th century. During the early-1800s, missionary activities expanded throughout Africa.[11]

Methodist Church Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

New Apostolic Records[edit | edit source]

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Historical Records[edit | edit source]

The New Apostolic Church has a significant presence in Zambia.[12]

Pentecostal Church Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Records[edit | edit source]

Pentecostalism entered Africa in the early-1900s. The movement was established in South Africa in 1908 and then spread throughout South Africa and southern Africa.[13][14][15]

Presbyterian Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Presbyterianism entered Zambia in the late-1800s through the work of the Church of Scotland. The first presbytery in Zambia was formed in 1899. Other missions and congregations were then established in Zambia. The Synod of Zambia, one of five synods of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian, was created in 1984.[16][17]

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

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

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

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Zambia", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zambia, accessed 14 March 2020.
  2. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Zambia", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Zambia, accessed 14 March 2020.
  3. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Zambia", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Zambia, accessed 14 March 2020.
  4. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Zambia", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church__in_Zambia, accessed 14 March 2020.
  5. ↑ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Zambia, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/Zambia, accessed 6 March 2020.
  6. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Church of the Province of Central Africa," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_the_Province_of_Central_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.
  7. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Christianity in Zambia," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_in_Zambia, accessed 7 February 2019.
  8. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "William M. Branham," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_M._Branham, accessed 7 February 2019.
  9. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Reformed Church in Zambia," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reformed_Church_in_Zambia, accessed 7 Feb 2019.
  10. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Evangelicalism," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evangelicalism, accessed 7 February 2019.
  11. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Lutheranism," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lutheranism, accessed 7 February 2019.
  12. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "New Apostolic Church," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Apostolic_Church, accessed 7 February 2019.
  13. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "African Pentecostalism," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Pentecostalism, accessed 7 February 2019.
  14. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Pentecostalism in South Africa," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentecostalism_in_South_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.
  15. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Apostolic Faith Mission of South Africa," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostolic_Faith_Mission_of_South_Africa, accessed 7 February 2019.
  16. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Church of Central Africa Presbyterian," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_Central_Africa_Presbyterian, accessed 7 February 2019.
  17. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Church of Central Africa Presbyterian – Synod of Zambia," in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church_of_Central_Africa_Presbyterian_%E2%80%93_Synod_of_Zambia, accessed 7 February 2019.

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