The Life and Letters of the Rev. George Mortimer, M.A.: Rector of Thornhill, in the Diocese of Toronto, Canada WestArmstrong, John
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The Life and Letters of the Rev. George Mortimer, M.A.: Rector of Thornhill, in the Diocese of Toronto, Canada West
Armstrong, John
Mortimer, George, 1784-1844
I have used all endeavours to procure ministerial employment there, but
as yet in vain. Our present leading men are too liberal to give support
to any religious object; and the Canada company prefer the
recommendations which arise from local knowledge and representations.
But on this latter account, I still hope, that when I arrive there, I
shall not be long before I hear of some situation or other in which I may
be usefully employed. Some desirable introductions to residents have
been kindly afforded me.
The want of religious instruction is almost the only drawback from the
Canadas. In many instances persons are thirty or forty miles from a
place of worship. This, however, is no small call on the superabundant
labourers among ourselves; and I do expect, that ere long this call will
be fully regarded.
And now my endeared friend, what shall I say as to all the comfort—the
unmixed satisfaction—which, for so many years, I have been permitted to
enjoy in our occasional intercourse? To our gracious and faithful
Redeemer let us give all the praise! And may we ever be looking forward
to the time, when the friendship of earth shall be followed by the
blissful and never terminating enjoyments of heaven.
Mrs. G. M. begs to be united with me in kindest remembrances to yourself,
Mrs. C., and family, and I remain, my endeared Friend,
Yours, ever sincerely,
GEORGE MORTIMER.
* * * * *
Mr. Mortimer and his three sons set sail on the 11th of June, 1832. He
gave an account of his passage to America, of his reception in Canada,
and of his first impressions and expectations there, in the following
letters to Mrs. Mortimer.
TO MRS. MORTIMER.
Aug. 6, 200 miles from a Port.
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