Grace Stansfield (1727-1770)

Title: Grace Stansfield (1727-1770) See all items with this value
Creator: Stansfield, Grace, 1727-1770
Publisher: Moravian Lives Project
Date: 1770 See all items with this value
Type: Text
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Description: This memoir recounts the spiritual life of Grace Stansfield (1727–1770), who was born near Huddersfield and raised in the Church of England. After marrying a man connected with the Moravian Brethren, she at first resisted their teachings and disliked their meetings, but gradually became moved by her husband’s example and the preaching she heard among the Brethren. She eventually experienced a deep religious awakening centered on Christ’s suffering and forgiveness, which brought her lasting comfort and devotion. Over time she joined the Moravian society and grew especially attached to the fellowship and love she found among the sisters. The later portion describes her final illness following the birth of a child, during which she remained peaceful, spiritually joyful, and eager to “go home” to Christ. She was remembered for her humility, faith, and calm confidence in eternal life before her death in 1770.
Subject: Stansfield, Grace, 1727-1770
Moravians--Biography
Women--Biography
Autobiographies See all items with this value
Identifier: Ful/3/46
Place: Fulneck, England See all items with this value
Language: eng
Extent: 3 pages
Rights Holder: Fulneck Moravian Archives, Fulneck, England