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THIS IS GALVESTON ... By Lillian E. Herzbod a tlRev. DeForesfs Abilities Varieda rwo ibarharREV. LIONEL OE FOREST.tho friendly rector of Grace Episcopal Church, entered the ministry, not once but twice — because of his devout characteristics and a desire to serve The Lord.But the reverend minister would have fitted in so many* areas of activity, because of his ability in varied fields and because of his love of humankind. it must have been difficult to choose a career.After completing his collegiate education. Rev. De Forest began his ministry in Colorado as a missionary, but later decided to take up the study of law and attended East Texas College of Law and in 1944 he passed his State Bar examinations and was licensed to practice law in Texas. He is a member of the Texas and the American Bar Associations.For three years he served as assistant city attorney of Beaumont, but the appeal of the ministry became too strong, and he decided to pursue his religious career.given him an uncanny understanding of the frailties and problems which confront people in their evervdav lives.A FIRM BELIEVER in ex-Despite his distinguished educational background he is able to meet the people of the community on a common ground, and he gives of his help and counsel in the democratic way.REV. L. T. DeFORF.ST ... He I,oves PeopleCONTRARY TO BELIEF that Rev, De Forest is a Texan, because of his absorption of the Texas spirit of friendliness, he is n native Bostonian, one of a family of nine, the son of Mr. and Mrs. ,!ohn T. De Forest SrFollowing his elementary and high school vears in his native Massachusetts, the young crusader entered the Colorado State College of Education where he received his BA degree.Returning to his home state, he attended the Episcopal Theological School where he received, his Rachelor of Divinity degreeHe did graduate work at Harvard Divinity School in Cambridge, a branch of Harvard UniversityIn 1929 he was ordained to the priesthood of the Episcopal Church at Dedham, Mass., and came to Texas to preach.During World War IT. Rev. De Forest worked in the defense industries. In Reaumont in 1941. he was safety engineer and assistant personnel director at Pennsylvania Shipyards, then went to Texas Steel Manufacturing Co. in Port Arthur until 1944.THE DYNAMIC young minister came to Galveston in 1949 and has served as rector of Grace Episcopal Church for the past 16 years. Perhaps the thing which has so endeared him to his congregation is his human side, those attributes which haveTHE DISTINGUISHFD theologian. with his legal training, has done much to cement a feeling of fellowship in the community, not only among the ranks of the clergy, but in all avenues of service.He is called upon frenuently tn participate in civic and communal endeavors, to address religious and secular groups.Prior to coming to Galveston, he had served in the Episcopal Church at Calvert, as rector of the Church of the Good Ship-herd in Houston, as assistant at Christ Church Cathedral in Houston, and as rector of the Episcopal Church of Port Arthur.From 1936 until 1941 he was secretary of the Episcopal diocese of Texas and a member of the executive hoard of the diocese from 19.T7 to 1952. He also served as editor of the Texas Churchman, diocesan periodical.Always he has been interested in the youth of Texas, and sought support for the New Boys Haven, at Beaumont, sponsored the organization of a Boy Scout organization within the church, and more recently has directed his efforts toward the organization af a day school in his church.panding one's educational horizons, Rev. De Forest, busy as he is. finds time to attend classes at the University of Houston, and has taken advanced study in other educational institutionsIthroughout the nationHe is prominent in Masonic circles of the state and frequently has been asked to address stated meetings. He has served as president of the Galveston Ministerial association and in other official capacities. He is a member of the Optimist club and other educational and welfare groups.Under his guidance the congregation and Sunday school of Grace Church has growm enormously and numerous study groups and auxiliaries have been added to the church.mgHnoArGRACE CHURCH was madepossible by a generous gift in the will of the late Henry Rosenberg. which was later aug- ! men ted by Mrs Rosenberg for furnishings of the church. In 1894 the cornerstone of the church was laid and in 1895 the edifice was o f f i c a 11 y consecrated.Agnest De Forest. Rev. De Forest's charming wife, was the daughter of a minister and the 1 granddaughter of another clergyman With this background she was able to fill an enviable religious niche both in the church and the community.Mr. and Mrs. De Forest have two daughters. Alice and Amber, both of whom are married and who were educated in the Gal-! i veston schools.
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Galveston News Tribune
Galveston, Texas, US
Mon, Jan 11, 1965
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