Laurence Fogg facts for kids
Laurence Fogg (born 1623, died 1718) was an important church leader. He served as the dean of Chester, a high position in the Church of England.
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Laurence Fogg's Early Life and Education
Laurence Fogg was born in 1623 in a place called Darcy Lever, near Bolton. His father, Robert Fogg, was also a church leader. He was the rector of Bangor-is-y-Coed.
Young Laurence went to Bolton Grammar School. After that, he studied at Cambridge University. He first joined Emmanuel College in 1644. Later, he moved to St John's College. In 1657, he became a "taxor" at the university. This was a role that helped set prices for goods. He earned his Doctor of Divinity (D.D.) degree in 1679.
His Church Career
Laurence Fogg began his church career in 1655 or 1656. He became the rector of Hawarden in Flintshire. He was one of the first people to bring back the public use of the traditional church service.
In 1662, he briefly left his position. This was due to some confusion about a new law. However, he soon returned to his church duties. By 1666, he was working as a curate in Prestwich.
In 1672, he became the vicar of St. Oswald's in Chester. A year later, in 1673, he joined Chester Cathedral as a prebendary. This meant he was a senior member of the cathedral's clergy. He also became the vicar of Plemonstall, Cheshire, in the same year. Finally, in 1691, he was made the dean of Chester. This was a very important leadership role in the cathedral.
His Relationships with Others
Laurence Fogg was known as a fair and sensible churchman. He got along well with many people, even those who had different religious views. These people were called "dissenters."
Two famous dissenters, Philip Henry and Matthew Henry, spoke highly of him. Matthew Henry once listened to one of Fogg's sermons in 1698. He said he enjoyed it very much. He wrote that he had "from my heart forgiven" anything the dean had said against dissenters.
His Later Life and Death
Laurence Fogg passed away on February 27, 1718. He was buried in Chester Cathedral. His son, Arthur Fogg, put up a monument there to remember him. Arthur also became a prebendary of Chester.
His Writings
Laurence Fogg wrote several books on religious topics. These books shared his ideas about Christianity.
- Two Treatises: This book had two parts. One part gave a general look at the Christian religion. The other part helped people learn about Christianity through questions and answers. It was published in Chester in 1712.
- Theologiæ Speculativæ Schema: This book was about religious theories. It was published in London in 1712.
- God's Infinite Grace in Election, and Impartial Equity in Preterition Vindicated: This book discussed God's grace and fairness. It was published in Chester in 1713.
