Orange Scott

Orange Scott

Rev. Orange Scott (February 13, 1800 - July 31, 1847), was a Methodist Episcopal minister, Presiding Elder, and District President. He presided over the convention that organized the new Wesleyan Methodist Connexion in 1843.

"Orange Scott became convinced that the holy hearts should result in holy lives and that holy men should seek to bring an end to social evils such as slavery and intemperance."

Read more about Orange Scott:  Ministry, New Church: Anti-Slavery, Anti-Intemperance, Anti-Every-Thing Wrong, External Links

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