A stimulating, well researched contribution to American religious history. Holy Jumpers shows how complex the evangelicals were and how little we know about them and their social agenda." --Robert S. Fogarty, Editor of The Antioch Review Free Methodists and Wesleyan Methodists. [1] Holy Rolling is sometimes used derisively by those outside these denominations, as if to describe people literally rolling on the floor in an uncontrolled manner. [3]

In the 1982 stage musical Little Shop of Horrors, the song "Dentist" has the lyrics "When I start extracting those molars, you girls will be screaming like Holy Rollers" Similar disparaging terms directed at outspoken Christians but later embraced by them include Jesus freaks or, from former centuries, Methodists, Quakers, and Shakers.Made from mid-weight 100% acrylic, keeping you cosy without compromising on style. The one-size-fits-all design ensures a perfect fit for everyone, making it an ideal gift that's ready to make a lasting impression.

Holy Roller or Holy Jumper are terms originating in the 19th century and used to refer to some Protestant Christian churchgoers in the Wesleyan-Holiness movement, such as Free Methodists and Wesleyan Methodists. [1] The term describes dancing, shaking or other boisterous movements by church attendees who perceive themselves as being under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Merriam-Webster traces the word to 1841. [3] The Oxford English Dictionary cites an 1893 memoir by Charles Godfrey Leland, in which he says "When the Holy Spirit seized them ... the Holy Rollers ... rolled over and over on the floor." [6] The term describes dancing, shaking or other boisterous movements by church attendees who perceive themselves as being under the influence of the Holy Spirit. [7] Many individuals in the wider Methodist tradition are also referred to by others as Shouting Methodists due to the ejaculatory prayers congregants often utter during the service of worship, such as "Praise the Lord!", " Hallelujah!", and " Amen! [4] [5] a b Snyder, C. Albert (1 May 2006). Spiritual Journey. Xulon Press. p.69. ISBN 9781600340161. Holiness means different things to different people. Our church, the Free Methodist, is a "holiness" church. One doctor said to me: "Free Methodists? I know about them; they are holy rollers. They used to have camp meetings near where I grew up." Our HOLY. beanies offer more than just protection from the cold; created with care, these beanies are a taste of our commitment to quality and meaningful fashion.This section may contain unverified or indiscriminate information in embedded lists. Please help clean up the list. ( April 2019)