Josias Shute facts for kids
Josias Shute (born 1588, died 1643) was an important English church leader. He served for many years as the rector (head priest) of St Mary Woolnoth church in London. He was also an archdeacon of Colchester and was chosen to be a member of the Westminster Assembly. This was a group of religious leaders who met to discuss church matters.
Early Life and Education
Josias Shute was born in 1588 in Giggleswick, Yorkshire. His father, Christopher Shute, was the vicar (a type of priest) of Giggleswick. Josias went to Giggleswick School for his early education.
After school, he attended Trinity College, Cambridge. He earned his first degree in 1605 and a master's degree in 1609.
A Busy Church Career
In 1611, King James I chose Josias Shute to be the rector of St. Mary Woolnoth church. This church was on Lombard Street in London. He was known for his smart and interesting sermons (religious talks). People who supported the king really liked his preaching. He stayed at this church for 33 years.
Around 1632, Shute also worked as a chaplain for the East India Company. This company was very powerful and traded goods from far-off lands. He gave special sermons for them, including one about being thankful at St. Helena. He also spoke up when sailors' wages were being cut.
In 1642, King Charles I made him the Archdeacon of Colchester. An archdeacon is a senior church official who helps a bishop manage a large area. In 1643, he was chosen to join the Westminster Assembly. This was a big meeting of important religious thinkers. Sadly, he passed away on June 13, 1643, just before the first meeting of the Assembly. He was buried at St. Mary Woolnoth church the next day.
Family Life
Josias Shute married Elizabeth Glanvild (also known as Glanville) in 1614. They were married at St. Mary Woolnoth church. They did not have any children.
His Published Works
Josias Shute was very good at studying Hebrew, an ancient language. After he died, his brother, Timothy Shute, kept his writings. These writings were later published as books:
- Divine Cordial Is delivered in Ten Sermons, published in London in 1644. William Reynolds helped edit this book.
- Judgement and Mercy, or the Plague of Frogges inflicted removed, a collection of nine sermons. It also included a sermon given at his funeral. This was published in London in 1645.
- Sarah and Hagar, xix Sermons on Genesis xvi., published in London in 1649 by Edward Sparke.
