From a lively boyhood in England to a life of sacrifice and service in the South Pacific, Bishop John Coleridge Patteson’s story is one of courage, faith, and profound dedication.
This account traces Patteson’s journey from his days as a cricket-loving schoolboy to his calling as a missionary among the islands of Melanesia. Follow his efforts to bring education, kindness, and the message of God to isolated and often hostile communities, and witness the trials and triumphs that shaped his extraordinary life.
Through storms, cultural barriers, and personal sacrifice, Bishop Patteson’s steadfast belief in his mission serves as a testament to the power of compassion and perseverance.
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