Phineas F. Bresee

Phineas F. Bresee was a influential American religious leader who founded the Christian and Missionary Alliance and later established the Church of the Nazarene. Born in 1845, he emphasized restoring Christian holiness and missions, promoting a practical faith that combined personal piety with social outreach. Bresee played a significant role in shaping American evangelicalism through his leadership, preaching, and organization of churches dedicated to both spiritual growth and community service. His work helped spread a passionate, missions-focused Christianity that continues to influence Protestant denominations today.