The Missionary Church

Title

The Missionary Church

Genre

Interview; Documentary; Special

TX Date

10 Apr 1983

Year of production

1983

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Duration

00:51:07

Description

Lawrence Spicer hosts a Good Friday feature in which he explores the history and role of the Missionary Church. The programme examines the history of the church, the aims of the missionaries, the domestic projects they undertake, and their work around the world. Speakers include: Bishop Keith Sutton; Bow Mission Superintendent, David Moore(?); Administrator of the Bow Mission, Richard Smith; overseas missionary Janny van der Klis; American missionary John Sherrill(?) and his wife. In 4 parts, with short breaks in recording. Spicer’s commentary slightly disjointed towards end of clip.

Contributors

Lawrence Spicer; David Moore(?); Keith Sutton; Richard Smith; Janny van der Klis; John Sherrill(?); Mrs Sherrill(?)

Keywords

London; Religion; Interethnic relations; International relations; Charities; Christianity; Bow Mission; Foreign aid; Churches; Africa; Missionaries; Religious communities; Missionary work; Religious movements; Missionary Church

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