Religious views on Christianity differed between the North and South before and during the Civil War. These differences on Theological matters clearly helped fuel Secession.

The North was clearly more progressive and liberal in their religious views. These views driven by an influx of many non-Reformed, German immigrants. Thus diluting the previously Reformed views. In the North, 15% were active in the church versus the 25% in the South.

“The largely rural South that maintained traditional, orthodox doctrines aligned with the teachings of John Calvin.”3

The Ladies Aid Society of Westville will be hosting a
"Night at the Theater"
to raise money for our brave men on the front fighting for our State. 

Time: Friday and Saturday evening at 7 pm-9 pm, Oct 22 & 23, 1864
Location: Stewart Academy
Tickets: $5 each and can be bought at sign-in or at the door by the Ladies Aid Society.

The show begins with an amateur hour of skits, music, tableaxs and readings. Please contact Jim Butler at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you are interested in taking part. Performances should be limited to 10 minutes max. 
The main show is "The Caudells" who will entartian you with their musical skills.  See their webpage at:  http://caudellmusic.tripod.com/ 
We also hope to add one more professional act (please contact Jim if you are interested).
Refreshements will be sold and served courtesy of Knuckols Tavern (before the show and at intermission only)
The Ladies Aid Society will also be selling raffle tickets for a prize.