Trinity United Church of Christ (Elliston, Ohio) records

The records of the Trinity United Church of Christ date from 1867 to 1974 and consist of two linear feet of documents and one roll of microfilm. The collection includes minute books, membership lists, correspondence, annual reports, and printed material. Almost all of the correspondence and annual reports, however, are limited to the 1930s. Also, the records that date before 1915 are usually in German. Nearly all of the records had suffered water damage before they were donated, andthis has caused some of the documents to be difficult to read.

The collection is of particular value to historians interested in religious and regional history. The Congregational Record, the Council Minutes, and the financial records provide extensive information on the history of the church and its surrounding area. The collection also includes a wealth of information on several of the church's auxiliary organizations, such as the Churchmen's Brotherhood and the Youth Fellowship. Researchers interested in immigrant history could use the collection to study the experiences of German immigrants in northern Ohio.

For those engaged in genealogical research, the Record Books would be of particular interest. They span from 1867 to 1974 and provide data on baptisms, marriages, funerals, and confirmations. The Record Books are on microfilm. Genealogists should also consult the Cradle Enrollment and Family Records.