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Missionary Letter From Jamaica Describes Growth and Resolve
An 1810 correspondence from Jamaica reports growing missionary work among enslaved communities in Morant Bay and surrounding parishes. George Johnston notes dozens added to societies, greater attendance at chapels, and clergy urging broader evangelization across Kingston and St Marys. He praises loyal converts, cites praise from magistrates, and expresses hope the gospel will extend throughout the colony despite resistance.
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