The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 12, December, 1888 by Various

"The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 12, December, 1888" by Various is a historical account and publication focused on the efforts and initiatives of the American Missionary Association during the late 19th century. The publication reflects the societal challenges and religious motivations of the time, especially concerning the education and upliftment of African Americans and Indigenous peoples in the aftermath of the Civil War. At the start of this volume, there is significant emphasis on the Annual Meeting of the American Missionary Association, highlighting the enthusiasm and commitment of its members. The opening details the noteworthy announcement of a generous donation from Mr. Daniel Hand, intended for the education of impoverished African Americans in the South. The narrative introduces various reports and discussions from the meeting, focusing on topics such as the impact of education on freedmen, the importance of continued financial support from churches, and the power of community involvement. The discussions underscore a sense of hope mixed with the stark reality of ongoing societal challenges facing marginalized groups. The opening serves to establish the urgent need for educational resources and community support, setting the tone for the Association's mission. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Title The American Missionary — Volume 42, No. 12, December, 1888
Credits E-text prepared by Joshua Hutchinson, Donald Perry, John Hagerson, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team from scans generously provided by Cornell University
Reading Level Reading ease score: 70.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
Subject Congregational churches -- Missions -- Periodicals
Subject Home missions -- Periodicals
Category Text
eBook-No. 14383
Release Date
Last Update Oct 28, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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