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The book tells the story of John, a man who moves to the small village of Wheathedge with his wife Jennie. John becomes involved in the local church, but is skeptical of its finances and the president's motives. He starts a Bible class and befriends Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who eventually joins the class and becomes a devoted Christian worker. The church's pastor, Mr. Work, resigns to take a position in New York City, and the church begins to look for a new pastor. John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have and thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. The church committee, which includes John, Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, and Mr. Hardcap, meets to discuss potential candidates and eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. Under Maurice's leadership, the church undergoes significant changes, including the establishment of a free pew system, which leads to an increase in attendance and a more diverse congregation. The church also introduces a new system of voluntary contributions, which helps to alleviate its financial struggles. The book concludes with the church flourishing and the community coming together, with John reflecting on the importance of serving God in daily life and the positive changes that have occurred in the community. Throughout the book, John grapples with the role of laymen in the church and the importance of working for Christ outside of traditional church activities, and he ultimately finds a sense of purpose and fulfillment in his involvement with the church and his community.
The narrator, John, and his wife Jennie, move to Wheathedge, a small village, after Jennie convinces John to leave the city. They settle into a new life, and John becomes involved in the local church, despite initial reservations. He attends a meeting to discuss the church's finances and is surprised by the lack of transparency and the president's, Mr. Wheaton, questionable motives. John also starts a Bible class, which becomes a point of contention with the church's leaders, particularly Dr. Argure, who believes that only those actively working in the church are truly serving God. John disagrees, arguing that one can serve God in various ways, including through their daily work. He also befriends Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class but eventually agrees, and together they start a new Bible study group. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout.
The narrator, John, and his wife Jennie, have settled into their new life in Wheathedge, and John has become involved in the local church. However, he is skeptical of the church's finances and the president's motives. Jennie convinces John to take a Bible class, and he agrees, but only after some hesitation. John meets with Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. The two men start a new Bible study group, and John is impressed by Mr. Gear's honesty and integrity. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life.
The narrator, John, and his wife Jennie, have settled into their life in Wheathedge, and John has become involved in the local church. However, he is skeptical of the church's finances and the president's motives. Jennie convinces John to take a Bible class, and he agrees, but only after some hesitation. John meets with Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. The two men start a new Bible study group, and John is impressed by Mr. Gear's honesty and integrity. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. John's conversations with Deacon Goodsole and Dr. Argure reveal their differing views on the role of laymen in the church and the importance of working for Christ outside of traditional church activities. John decides to take on a Bible class, despite initial reservations, and is encouraged by his wife Jennie. He also visits Mr. Gear, who is initially hesitant but eventually agrees to join the Bible class. The chapter ends with John's reflection on the importance of serving God in daily life and his decision to take on the Bible class as an experiment.
The narrator, John, and his wife Jennie, have settled into their life in Wheathedge, and John has become involved in the local church. However, he is skeptical of the church's finances and the president's motives. Jennie convinces John to take a Bible class, and he agrees, but only after some hesitation. John meets with Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. The two men start a new Bible study group, and John is impressed by Mr. Gear's honesty and integrity. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life.
The narrator, John, becomes more involved in the local church in Wheathedge, but is skeptical of its finances and the president's motives. He attends a meeting to discuss the church's finances and is surprised by the lack of transparency and the president's questionable motives. John decides to take on a Bible class, despite initial reservations, and is encouraged by his wife Jennie. He also befriends Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class but eventually agrees. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. John's conversations with Deacon Goodsole and Dr. Argure reveal their differing views on the role of laymen in the church and the importance of working for Christ outside of traditional church activities.
The narrator, John, reflects on his life in Wheathedge, a small village where he moved with his wife Jennie. He discusses his involvement in the local church, including his decision to take a Bible class, and his conversations with Deacon Goodsole and Dr. Argure about the role of laymen in the church. John also visits Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life.
The narrator, John, reflects on his life in Wheathedge, a small village where he moved with his wife Jennie. He discusses his involvement in the local church, including his decision to take a Bible class, and his conversations with Deacon Goodsole and Dr. Argure about the role of laymen in the church. John also visits Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. John decides to take on the Bible class as an experiment, with the help of Mr. Gear, and they start a new Bible study group.
The narrator, John, reflects on his life in Wheathedge, a small village where he moved with his wife Jennie. He discusses his involvement in the local church, including his decision to take a Bible class, and his conversations with Deacon Goodsole and Dr. Argure about the role of laymen in the church. John also visits Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. John decides to take on the Bible class as an experiment, with the help of Mr. Gear, and they start a new Bible study group.
The narrator, John, has been attending the local church in Wheathedge and has become involved in its activities. He has been skeptical of the church's finances and the president's motives, but has decided to take a Bible class. John meets with Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. The two men start a new Bible study group, and John is impressed by Mr. Gear's honesty and integrity. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. John decides to take on the Bible class as an experiment, with the help of Mr. Gear, and they start a new Bible study group.
The narrator, John, discusses his life in Wheathedge, a small village where he moved with his wife Jennie. He reflects on his involvement in the local church and his decision to take a Bible class, despite initial reservations. John also meets with Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join the Bible class, but eventually agrees. Meanwhile, the church's pastor, Mr. Work, announces his resignation to take a position in New York City, citing the need for a change and the opportunity for greater usefulness. John is skeptical of the move, citing the challenges of city ministry and the potential for burnout. The church begins to look for a new pastor, and John reflects on the qualities that a good pastor should have. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life.
The narrator, John, reflects on the resignation of their pastor, Mr. Work, who has accepted a call to a New York City parish with a higher salary. John had advised Mr. Work to consider the difficulties of city ministry and the high cost of living in New York, but his warnings were not heeded. The church is now looking for a new pastor, and John is concerned about the kind of person they will find to replace Mr. Work. He also thinks about his own role in the church and how he can serve God in his daily life. Meanwhile, John has been visiting with Mr. Gear, an "infidel" who is initially hesitant to join a Bible study group, but eventually agrees to participate. John is impressed by Mr. Gear's honesty and integrity, and the two men start a new Bible study group.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary. The chapter ends with the arrival of Maurice Mapleson and his wife in Wheathedge, and the church's efforts to prepare the parsonage for them.
The narrator, John, reflects on the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The narrator also discusses the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, highlighting the challenges of finding a qualified candidate who is willing to accept a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John Laicus arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John Laicus, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John Laicus argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The narrator, John, reflects on the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. John argues that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The narrator, John, reflects on the process of finding a new pastor for the church in Wheathedge. The committee, consisting of Mr. Wheaton, Mr. Gear, Deacon Goodsole, Mr. Hardcap, and John, meets to discuss potential candidates. They consider various factors such as age, experience, and salary requirements. Mr. Gear suggests visiting the candidate's current church to assess their preaching and pastoral skills, rather than having them preach as a candidate in Wheathedge. The committee eventually decides to visit Maurice Mapleson, a young minister who had previously declined an invitation to preach as a candidate. They are impressed by his preaching and pastoral skills, and he is eventually called to be the new pastor of the church. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister, while Mr. Hardcap is more frugal and thinks that the minister should be content with a lower salary.
The chapter discusses the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed, with the addition of a church garden, which was initiated by Miss Moore. The garden has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John Laicus arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The chapter ends with John Laicus reflecting on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church.
The chapter discusses the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed, with the addition of a church garden, which was initiated by Miss Moore. The garden has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John Laicus arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The chapter ends with John Laicus reflecting on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church.
The chapter discusses the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed, with the addition of a church garden, which was initiated by Miss Moore. The garden has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John Laicus arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The chapter ends with John Laicus reflecting on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church.
The chapter discusses the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed, with the addition of a church garden, which was initiated by Miss Moore. The garden has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John Laicus arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The chapter ends with John Laicus reflecting on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church.
The chapter discusses the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed, with the addition of a church garden, which was initiated by Miss Moore. The garden has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church, with John Laicus arguing that the church should pay a decent salary to attract a good minister. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The chapter ends with John Laicus reflecting on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church.
The chapter summarizes the events that have taken place in the town of Wheathedge, particularly in the church, since the arrival of the new pastor, Maurice Mapleson. The church has undergone significant changes, including the establishment of a free pew system, which has led to an increase in attendance and a more diverse congregation. The pastor's experiment with the free pew system has been successful, and the church is now out of financial difficulties. The chapter also touches on the personal stories of some of the characters, including Mr. Gear, who has found faith and become a devoted Christian worker, and Mr. Hardcap, who remains skeptical and rigid in his beliefs. The author reflects on the past and the changes that have taken place, feeling grateful for the happiness and joy that has come into his life.
The chapter narrates the story of Mr. Gear, who has been struggling with his faith after the death of his son Willie. Mr. Gear, who was once an infidel, had been attending the church and seeking guidance from Mr. Laicus. In a dramatic turn of events, Mr. Gear appears at a prayer meeting and asks the congregation to pray for him, seeking to find the light of faith that his wife and friends possess. The pastor, Mr. Mapleson, delivers a powerful sermon, emphasizing that God's promise is not limited by human expectations and that He can work in unexpected ways. The chapter concludes with Mr. Gear's public profession of faith and his subsequent involvement in the church, including his role in establishing a Sabbath school at the Mill village. The narrator reflects on the transformative power of faith and the positive changes that have occurred in the community, including the growth of the church and the establishment of a library and reading room.
The chapter revolves around the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed with the addition of a church garden, initiated by Miss Moore. The garden has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The church begins to flourish, and the congregation increases. The chapter ends with John Laicus reflecting on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church.
The chapter reflects on the transformation of the church in Wheathedge under the leadership of Maurice Mapleson. The church's external appearance has changed, with the addition of a church garden, which has become a symbol of the church's renewed spirit and has brought the community together. The chapter also touches on the topic of ministerial salaries and the financial struggles of the church. Meanwhile, Maurice Mapleson has introduced a new system of voluntary contributions, where members can give what they can, rather than paying a fixed pew rent. The church begins to flourish, and the congregation increases. The narrator also reflects on the success of the new system and the increased attendance and financial stability of the church. Additionally, the chapter discusses the establishment of a library and reading room in Wheathedge, which has become a popular gathering place for the community, and the narrator notes that Tom Poole's business has suffered as a result. The chapter concludes with the narrator's reflection on the importance of serving God in daily life and the positive changes that have occurred in the community.