Monday, January 15, 2018

Life And Stories Of Bishop Charles Harrison Mason Explained

By Diane Cole


Religions existed for so many years. They are built to assemble individuals who share the same belief with one another and observe some practices. There are some renown personalities who have made long lasting impression to so many organizations and people globally.

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 kid, he was influenced by religion which his parents educate him. It was 1879 in which he joined a specific missionary and was baptized as a true Christian. Even he opposed the idea to become a clergyman because Charles was dedicated to become a lay member, Mason still become one. Unfortunately, he got contracted with tuberculosis which spreads fast a year later and made him and his family suffered tremendously.

Since great clinics and hospitals were not available in their communities at that time, patients have no other way but to resort on small medical center that only present small help. Jerry, who is Mason father, contracted the disease and meet his death, resulting the family to move to Arkansas. Without the solemn prayers of his siblings also mother, he would not able to overcome the disease.

At age 27, he began his ministerial career. Later on, he entered a Baptist College, but he withdrew after three months because he was dissatisfied of the methodology and the curriculum that the institution observed. His claimed was that the teachings were too liberal and are not strong enough to highlight the Word of God. Most people agree that he always stick to his beliefs.

He also undergone various travels, both in international and local territories. Mason was not just exclusive to his ministry because he preached in numerous churches. On top of that, he also practiced teaching in various communities. In 1911, he effectively established the first department and auxiliaries of Church which concerns the women and the young people.

There was a time on his life when he married his first wife, Alice Saxton. After approximately two years of marriage, Saxton has put an end to their relationship because of the reason that she lost complete interest on his lives. Roughly a year after she contracted and died from a disease, he met and married Leila Washington, and they have had seven kids. At 97, he died and finally meet his Creator.

Just like with some experts, there are some people who are inspired by his achievements and works. For that reason, they begin to consider and read his achievements and works. This proves how excellent and memorable the life of the bishop.

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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