The Life and Labours of the Right Rev. William Tyrrell, D.D. First Bishop of Newcastle, New South Wales (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Fulfilling a distant calling with steadfast purpose
This biography examines the life and work of the first Bishop of Newcastle, tracing how one dedicated leader built a lasting church presence across a vast and scattered Australian diocese. The book frames a period of struggle and growth, showing how the Bishop faced scarce resources, vast distances, and political pressures to establish worship, education, and governance. It highlights his practical impact—founding churches and parsonages, organizing a Diocesan Synod, and endowing efforts that served clergy and laypeople for generations.
- How a single vision shaped a growing church in a young colony
- The everyday tasks of leadership, from building projects to Synod formation
- Patterns of self-denial and generous giving that supported long-term endowments
- Personal anecdotes that reveal endurance, humility, and pastoral care
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the life story of the first Bishop of Newcastle, Australia. Born in London in 1807, William Tyrrell, the man who would later be appointed to the role in 1847, was ordained at Buckden in 1832. After holding various curacies, he was presented to the rectory of Beaulieu in 1839. A devout and conscientious man, Tyrrell's time at Beaulieu was characterized by his loving care for his parishioners and his impressive work ethic, often walking long distances to visit the sick and needy. In 1847, he received the call to the See of Newcastle, a vast and challenging diocese that encompassed a large and sparsely populated area. Despite the hardships and difficulties he faced, Tyrrell set about his work with determination and zeal, establishing churches, schools, and clergy training programs, and tirelessly traveling throughout his diocese to minister to the needs of his flock. Through his tireless efforts and unwavering faith, Bishop Tyrrell played a pivotal role in laying the foundations of the Anglican Church in Australia, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and guide the faithful to this day. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259306290_0
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