Brief Records of the Independent Church at Beccles, Suffolk Including biographical notices of its ministers,and some account of the rise of nonconformity in the East Anglian counties

"Brief Records of the Independent Church at Beccles, Suffolk" by S. Wilton Rix is a historical narrative tracing the origins and growth of the Independent Church in Beccles, Suffolk, alongside a wider look at nonconformity in East Anglia. Driven by the reopening of the church, Rix's work seeks to educate younger generations about their religious heritage, preserving records and detailing the principles upheld by their predecessors. Throughout the text, Rix outlines England's historical setting, referencing how dissenting religious practices took shape during the reigns of various monarchs. Ultimately, by chronicling key events, influential figures, and theological foundations, Rix aims to deepen appreciation for the Independent movement and its enduring impact on the church community of Beccles.