Julia Chester Emery: Being The Story Of Her Life And Work - Paperback

Julia Chester Emery: Being The Story Of Her Life And Work is a biographical book written by Margaret A. Tomes. The book delves into the life and work of Julia Chester Emery, a prominent figure in the Episcopal Church in the United States during the early 20th century. Emery was a tireless advocate for Christian education and stewardship, and played a key role in the establishment of the United Thank Offering, a fundraising program that supports mission and ministry in the Episcopal Church. The book provides a detailed account of Emery's life, from her childhood in Massachusetts to her influential work in the church. It explores her early years as a teacher and her involvement in the Women's Auxiliary of the Episcopal Church, which led to her appointment as the first woman member of the Executive Council of the church. The book also examines Emery's role in the establishment of the National Council of the Episcopal Church and her work as a leader in the Women's Auxiliary.Throughout the book, Tomes highlights Emery's commitment to Christian education and stewardship, and her efforts to promote these values within the Episcopal Church. She also explores Emery's personal life, including her marriage to a prominent lawyer and her relationships with other leaders in the church. Overall, Julia Chester Emery: Being The Story Of Her Life And Work is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of an important figure in the history of the Episcopal Church. It provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by women in leadership roles during the early 20th century, and highlights the importance of Christian education and stewardship in the life of the church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.