Extracts from a Journal of a Voyage of Visitation in the "Hawk," 1859 by Feild
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"Extracts from a Journal of a Voyage of Visitation in the 'Hawk,' 1859" by Feild is a historical account penned in the mid-19th century. This insightful work documents the author's experiences and observations during a missionary voyage, highlighting the religious needs and conditions of the people residing in remote areas of Newfoundland and Labrador. Through this text, the reader gains a glimpse into the challenges faced by communities largely devoid of clergy
and the efforts to provide spiritual support. The journal chronicles the bishop's visits to various settlements, where he conducts religious services including baptism and marriage ceremonies. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the stark realities of life in these isolated communities, marked by limited access to education and religious services. The author reflects on the joy and hardships of ministry, describing encounters with local families, their customs, and the simplicity of their lives. Overall, this account serves as both a historical document of religious outreach in Newfoundland and a poignant reminder of the spiritual yearning among its inhabitants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Feild, Edward, 1801-1876 |
|---|---|
| Title | Extracts from a Journal of a Voyage of Visitation in the "Hawk," 1859 |
| Credits | E-text prepared by a www.PGDP.net Volunteer, Jeannie Howse, Dave Morgan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1001: North America local history: Canada |
| Subject | Newfoundland and Labrador -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Church of England -- Missions |
| Subject | Church of England. Diocese of Newfoundland |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19301 |
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 264 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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