Join James Hudson Taylor on the God-led journey through his calling, time of preparation, and life work in China. This British Christian missionary founded China Inland Mission (CIM), now known as OMF International. ( HannahMary)
How to claim a part, and "how it all works" here To find a section to record, simply look at point 5. below at the sections. All the ones without names beside them are "up for grabs." Click "Post reply" at the top left of the screen and tell us which section you would like to read (include the section number from the left-most column in the reader list, please). Read points 6. to 8. below for what to do before, during and after your recording.
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I would love to BC and DPL this as a collaborative project.
The publication date was not listed in the Gutenberg edition, nor could I find the date for this third edition in my online search. So I just included the original publication date.
~ Hannah "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him" - Romans 15:13
Blog: Come Be Still
IG: @storytime.with.hannahmary
MW filled in.
Quick question: Some of the chapter titles in the table of contents are a little different than the chapter titles in the text. Should I make them consistent with those in the text since that is how they would be stated by the reader as they begin the chapter?
~ Hannah "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him" - Romans 15:13
Blog: Come Be Still
IG: @storytime.with.hannahmary
I will reserve those sections for you with pleasure, Silverquill! I am excited to learn more about Hudson Taylor as I PL this book, since I haven't had a copy on hand to read before.
~ Hannah "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him" - Romans 15:13
Blog: Come Be Still
IG: @storytime.with.hannahmary