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Registers of the Secession Churches in Scotland
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he Registers of the Secession Churches in Scotland are a valuable genealogical resource that document births (baptisms), marriages, and deaths (burials) recorded by churches that broke away from the Church of Scotland during various religious schisms, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries. These churches, collectively known as the Secession Churches, include groups such as the Burghers, Anti-Burghers, United Secession Church, and later the United Presbyterian Church.
Compiled by Diane Baptie, the guide to these registers lists the records available by parish and denomination, detailing what types of entries exist and the time periods they cover—often predating the start of statutory registration in 1855. These records are especially useful for researchers whose ancestors may not appear in the official Old Parish Registers maintained by the Church of Scotland, either due to religious dissent or geographic factors.
The registers can include:
- Baptisms and birth records
- Marriage proclamations and ceremonies
- Deaths and burial entries
They are held in various archives, including the National Records of Scotland, and some have been digitized or indexed by family history societies and platforms like FamilySearch and Scotland's People.
ISBN : 0874722161