Who was the first minister of the Dutch Reformed Church in the United States? This book explores the life and work of Jonas Michaëlius, one of the most important figures in the history of the Dutch Reformed Church in America. From his early years in the Netherlands to his pioneering work in the New World, Michaëlius left an indelible mark on the history of American Protestantism. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.