W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 19th October 1837

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W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 19th October 1837

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title: W.G. Broughton to Edward Coleridge, 19th October 1837

description: Expresses delight that the number of English subscribers has grown and discusses intention to invest the bulk of the money gained from subscriptions into property and stock. Outlines proposal for expenditure of funds and reports on the erection of the church in Sydney. Discusses the provision of residences for the clergy and his own problem of accommodation. Outlines objective of acquiring more books for the theological library for use by the clergy. The lack of clergymen in the colony is outlined and the need for an institution for the training of clergymen for work in the colonies is expressed. No encouragement for such an institution was received from the Bishop of London. Expresses dismay that other Christian denominations find means of, engaging capable clergymen and states the necessary qualifications of clergymen to be brought out from England. Expresses strong missionary need of the Church of England throughout the Empire.

date: 1837-10-19

type: Text

source: Original file name: Series 1_Item 03.pdf

language: English

rights: Out of copyright.

rights: Please acknowledge that it is held by Moore Theological College.

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