Thomas Chalmers (1780–1847) was a Scottish churchman known for his leadership of the evangelical movement in the Church of Scotland, which culminated in the formation of the Free Church of Scotland. While a pastor in rural Scotland and then in Glasgow, he developed a unique approach to caring for the poor. This article looks at the development of his thoughts, the implementation of his ideas, and his lasting legacy.
CHALMERS: PASTOR FOR THE POOR
by ALEXANDER (SANDY) FINLAYSON in Vol. 8 No. 1 / Apr 2022
DOI: https://doi.org/10.35285/ucc8.1.2022.art3
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Thomas Chalmers, Free Church Of Scotland, Poverty, Poor Laws, Education, Diaconal Ministries
Thomas Chalmers, Free Church Of Scotland, Poverty, Poor Laws, Education, Diaconal Ministries
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