Miles Atkinson facts for kids
Miles Atkinson (1741–1811) was an English church leader. He was an important figure among the evangelical movement in Yorkshire during the mid-1700s.
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Miles Atkinson's Early Life and Education
Miles Atkinson was born in Ledsham, England, on September 28, 1741. His father, Christopher Atkinson, was also a church leader. Miles studied at Peterhouse, Cambridge, a famous university. He earned his first degree there in 1763.
Miles Atkinson's Career in the Church
After finishing his studies, Miles Atkinson began his work in the church. He held several important positions in and around Leeds, a large city in Yorkshire.
Working in Leeds and Drighlington
Miles Atkinson first became a curate at the main church in Leeds. A curate is like an assistant to the head priest. From 1764 to 1770, he was also the headmaster of a school in Drighlington, near Leeds. In 1769, he became a lecturer at the Leeds parish church. This meant he gave sermons and taught people about the Christian faith.
Founding St. Paul's Church
In 1783, Miles Atkinson became the vicar of Kippax, another town near Leeds. Later, in 1793, he became the minister of St. Paul's Church in Leeds. This church was very special because Miles Atkinson actually founded it! He spent almost £10,000 of his own money to build it. He also oversaw the building of St. Paul's vicarage, which is the home for the church's minister, in 1790.
Miles Atkinson's Writings
Miles Atkinson wrote and published several of his sermons. These were speeches he gave in church. After he passed away, a collection of his Practical Sermons was published in London in 1812. These books contained many of his teachings and ideas.
Later Life and Passing
Miles Atkinson continued his work in the church for many years. He passed away on February 6, 1811.
