
JAMAICA: Narrative of the Wesleyan Mission to Jamaica, with Occasional Remarks on the State of Society in that Colony
by Peter Duncan. 1849. 399p
The document discusses the challenges faced by Wesleyan missionaries in Jamaica, particularly regarding their legal status and the opposition from local authorities. It highlights the efforts of ministers like Isaac Bradnack, who led the mission despite lacking official licenses and facing persecution, including imprisonment. The narrative reflects on the growth of the mission, the struggles with local laws, and the eventual decline of congregations, emphasizing the resilience and dedication of the missionaries in spreading their faith amidst significant adversity.