Excerpt from A History of Lutheran Missions With the hope that it may in part accomplish that for which it is intended, the book is sent on its mission. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Elsie Singmaster's 'The Story of Lutheran Missions' is a meticulously researched and in-depth exploration of the history and impact of Lutheran missions around the world. Singmaster presents a compelling narrative that not only chronicles the spread of Lutheran missions, but also delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by missionaries in different cultural contexts. With a clear and engaging writing style, the book provides valuable insights into the role of faith-based missions in global history and the ways in which they have contributed to social and cultural change. This book is a must-read for those interested in the intersection of religion, culture, and global outreach. Elsie Singmaster, a noted American author and historian, demonstrates her expertise in the field of religious studies through her comprehensive exploration of Lutheran missions. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and personal accounts, Singmaster offers a nuanced portrayal of the individuals and organizations involved in spreading the Lutheran faith. Her passion for the subject shines through in her meticulous research and insightful analysis, making 'The Story of Lutheran Missions' a valuable contribution to the field of religious studies.

Excerpt from Lutheran Mission Work Among the American Indians These unpretentious pages are sent forth in the hope that the friends of missions may be in formed as to what the Lutheran Church has done and is doing in bringing the Gospel to the Red Man. The author has collected and put into convenient form the facts of this half-forgotten work, of which no complete treatment has ever appeared, but which is worthy of an adequate presentation. As natural in a book of this kind, his indebtedness to others is large. This refers especially to chapters Ill and IV. In other parts the author has not hesitated now and then to adapt or to take over an adequate rendering. The Bibliographical Notes at the end of the book will give a more detailed account of the sources. However, every effort has been made to verify facts and statements, and to render the account as clear as possible. For the work being done at present the missionaries themselves have been constant and will ing helpers. Sincere thanks are due them for their ungrudging co-operation. The manuscript dealing with their particular mission was submitted to them, tho the author alone must be held responsible for mistakes and shortcomings that may occur. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Lutheran Home Missions: A Call to the Home Church The reader will notice that I have quoted frequently throughout the whole book. I have done this for a purpose. I am anxious to bring before the Church, not my own opinions about Home Missions, but the actual experience of the Church itself in carrying on this great work. I have tried to give credit as far as I could. There may be instances where credit is not given. In treating the Home Mission problems I recognize that I am on virgin soil. There were no writings to guide me, so I had to develop my own plan at every step. In doing a pioneer work of this character no doubt many weaknesses and mistakes will become apparent. I ask that they be overlooked and that the work be judged on its merits. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1899 edition. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER VIII. The Gossner (Berlin II.) Missionary Society in India. "Thou old Adam in me die!" "Live Lord Jesus!" The Gossner Society, though not strictly Lutheran, has a great many Lutherans in its service. Pastor Gossner organized the Society in order to train missionaries for different missions. The founder withdrew from the Berlin Society because his plain habits and practical spirit did not approve of the extensive educational methods, the commodious quarters for the students and the society. He held that missionaries ought to support themselves by industrial work. With these objects in view, he in 1836 undertook the instruction of young men, and by 1837 he had seven married and four single missionaries prepared to labor in the foreign field at their own expense. The first missionaries proceeded to South Australia, under the direction of Dr. Lang, a Scotch minister. The Scotch Church on the island promised to make up the deficiency in case the missionaries could not provide for their whole support. An effort to plant a Christian colony at Calcutta proved a failure. A second colony followed. While in that great city, uncertain which way to turn, the missionaries noticed men of a peculiar type among the coolies. Upon inquiry, they learned that they were Kols from Bengal. The missionaries, who had been sent to India with the impressive instructions of Gossner, --" Believe, hope, love, pray, burn, waken the dead! Hold fast by prayer! Wrestle like Jacob! Up, up, my brethren! The Lord is coming and to every one He will say, where hast thou left the souls of these heathen? With the devil? Oh, swiftly seek these souls, and enter not without them into the presence of the Lord; "--determined to labor among the long neglected Kols. They reached...