Discuss how did this religion begin? Was there a founder? What was going on in the USA when this group started? How did this group relate to or react to what was going on?

For the “New Religions” paper, students will select one of the religious movements discussed in chapters 7&8 of the Albanese text book. (Mormons, Christian Scientists, Seventh –Day Adventists, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Shakers, Oneida Perfectionists, Astrology, Witchcraft, Spiritualism, Theosophy, New Thought) The student will write a 3 – 4 page paper (750-1000 words, not including works cited page) The paper should cover the following:
1. Origin- how did this religion begin? Was there a founder? What was going on in the USA when this group started? How did this group relate to or react to what was going on?
2. Creed- explanation about meaning of human life- what can we hope for? Why are we here?
3. Code- rules for everyday behavior
4. Cultus- rituals/worship
5. Community- group of people, experience as a group