Monday, January 15, 2018

What To Learn About Bishop Charles Harrison Mason

By Diane Cole


Religions existed for several years. They are made to gather individual who have the same belief and observe several practices. There are popular personalities who also made impression to a lot of people and organizations across the globe.

Establishing a great Church involves challenges, however. But Bishop Charles Harrison Mason have completely achieved results which other people recognized tough and overwhelming. He was the first senior Bishop of a specific Church and the founder as well. Born in the year of 1864, Mason has contributed to growing religion and faith of several people in various areas across United States. Although it started small, a lot of people recognize and appreciate of such Church.

As a child, he was heavily influenced by the religion that his parents instill on his mind. It was on the year 1879 wherein he joined a missionary and was later baptized as a Christian. Although he became a clergyman, he opposed such idea because he only wanted to stay as a lay member. Unfortunately, just like with other kids, he contracted a tuberculosis that spread fast during 1880.

Because great hospitals and clinics are not present on their small community, patients heavily depend on small medical establishments which only provide small help. Masons father, Jerry met his demise from tuberculosis, forcing the family to relocate to Arkansas. But upon moving, his conditions worsened. It was the dedicated prayers of his mother and siblings which helped him overcome things.

At an early age of 27, he had his ministerial careers. After numerous years, he enrolled on a Baptist College, but made withdrawals three months after because he was completely unsatisfied with the curriculum and methods used. His claimed was that teachings were quite liberal and do not teach anything related to God Words. Most people could agree that he has strong faith.

He underwent a lot of travels, both in local and international territories. Bishop Mason was not really exclusive in his ministry, but he still preached in various churches. In addition to that, he preached at numerous places. In 1911, he established the first auxiliaries and departments of Church that concerns more on the young people and women alike.

Should it revolves his personal life, Charles married Alice Saxton. After two years, however, Saxton has ended their relationships because she lost interest on his ministerial lives. A year after she died due to a tragic illness, he married Leila Washington and fortunately had seven children. It was on 1961 of November 17 at the age of 97 in which he meet his demise.

Similar with other experts, there are individuals who are inspired by his works. For such reason, they show some interest on reading his achievements and stories. This only go to show how excellent and impressive the life of Mason.

Every famous person has a story and life achievements to tell. So, when you find yourself intrigued, do not be reluctant to spare time reading some important matters. There are many resources that can be found out there that you can use.




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