The Settlement of Massachusetts Bay
Focus Question
Objectives: After today’s lesson, you will: Identify three factors contributing to the growth of the New England Colonies. Compare and contrast different accounts of the settlement of New England
Role of the Protestant Reformation Different groups protested different teachings and practices Lutherans Calvinists Anglicans The religious split contributed to the growth of unified countries
The Puritans Anglican Church very close to the Catholic Church Almost all teachings were the same The King became the head of the Church, not the Pope Development of Puritans in England Wished to “purify” Catholic elements from the Anglican Church Found their efforts blocked by the kings and court
Pilgrims Separatists “Church of England too corrupt for salvation” Set sail for Virginia Mayflower Compact Self-Government with Town Meeting Only Church members voted Absorbed by Massachusetts Bay
The Puritans in New England Massachusetts Bay Company chartered in 1629 Provide a haven for persecuted Puritans One thousand set out in 1630 Sought to establish a “City Upon a Hill” How a Christian community should live Model for the world to follow
The Puritan Community Mixed Church and State Only Puritan men could vote All citizens supported the Church State had jurisdiction over ministry Required construction of churches and schools Strong family ties and family stability Puritan communities settled as groups from England Families settled together Built strong communities
Summary: Identify two ways you would improve today’s lesson.