The Beginner's Guide to Tracing Your Family Tree

by J. Randolph Turpin

Overview

The Beginner's Guide to Tracing Your Family Tree: Uncover Your Ancestral Roots by Dr. J. Randolph Turpin, Jr. is an indispensable roadmap for genealogical enthusiasts, providing a comprehensive and practical approach to unraveling the secrets of your family's past. With over forty years of personal experience tracing his own family tree, Dr. Turpin guides readers through each essential step of the research process. From setting up your genealogical research and collecting family information to exploring vital records, census data, immigration records, military records, land and property records, probate and court records, DNA testing, and online genealogy resources, this guide covers it all. Turpin's expertise shines as he offers invaluable tips, tackles potential challenges, and helps readers navigate common pitfalls in their quest for ancestral knowledge. With guidance on preserving and sharing your family history, overcoming research roadblocks, and even writing and publishing your own family story, this book is a treasure trove of insights and resources. Whether you're a beginner or seeking to enhance your genealogical research skills, The Beginner's Guide to Tracing Your Family Tree equips you with the tools and knowledge to embark on an exciting journey of discovery and connect with your ancestral roots.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940167051720
Publisher:	Declaration Press
Publication date:	05/20/2023
Sold by:	Draft2Digital
Format:	eBook
File size:	19 MB
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About the Author

THE AUTHOR, Dr. J. Randolph ("Randy") Turpin, Jr., D.Min., describes himself as a revivalist, pastor, teacher, administrator, editor, writer, prayer ministry conference speaker, ministry and leadership development consultant and a lifetime learner. Since 1994, has been equipping the church for the ministry of prayer.

Dr. Turpin has authored several books, including Living the Prophetic Life; 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting; Behold the Son: a Study of the Gospel of John; Gateway to the Christian College Experience; 101 Prayer Models; Prayer Strategy; and Shared Discernment. He has also co-authored Friends of God: Growing in Life's Most Essential Relationship and Friends of the Bridegroom: Partnering with Christ in His Devotion to the Church.

He has taught in a number of ministry training settings, including Lee University, E-3 Portland, Pentecostal Theological Seminary and most recently, Valor Christian College (Columbus, Ohio) where he also served as President. He has been a frequent speaker at World Harvest Church (Columbus, Ohio). Dr. Turpin is an ordained bishop in the Church of God (Cleveland, Tennessee).