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J. Mark Horst

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    A Fruitful Retirement

    Charles Simeon was the pastor of Trinity Church, Cambridge, in the late 1700s. In 1807, after serving for 25 years, his health suddenly deteriorated. He was only 47 years old. His condition necessitated a leave of absence from the ministry. This debilitating health condition lasted almost 13 years, but it…

    J. Mark Horst

    December 18, 2025  ·  8 min read