“THE HIDDEN ARTIST”: EDITH SCHAEFFER AND THE SUCCESS OF L’ABRI FELLOWSHIP

by CHRISTOPHER TALBOT in Vol. 9 No. 1 / Apr 2023

DOI: https://doi.org/10.35285/ucc9.1.2023.art4



Abstract
While much attention has been given to Francis Schaeffer, his work, and his influence on the L’Abri community, less attention has been given to Edith Schaeffer’s unique contribution. She complemented Francis’s more intellectual, apologetic, and discussion-oriented approach by cultivating a family-oriented community with an emphasis on hospitality, creativity, and prayer. L’Abri’s visitors have lauded Edith’s crucial contribution to their enduring community. However, to fully understand L’Abri community’s impact, there remains a need to assess Edith Schaeffer’s work and contribution more fully. This article considers Edith’s written work, as well as observations from those who attended L’Abri, and in doing so, evaluate Edith’s unique contribution. I will argue that Edith Schaeffer’s thought and work were a necessary component to L’Abri Fellowship’s enduring success.

Keywords
Edith Schaeffer, Francis Schaeffer, hospitality, community, family, L’Abri Fellowship
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