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""An Autobiography"" provides a detailed and reflective account of the life and spiritual journey of Lawrence Maclay Colfelt, a prominent Presbyterian minister whose career spanned the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Written near the end of his life, this personal narrative explores Colfelt's development from his formative years through his dedicated service in the ministry, particularly within the influential religious circles of Philadelphia. The work serves as a valuable primary source for understanding the ecclesiastical and social landscape of the era. Colfelt offers insights into the theological debates, community challenges, and administrative duties that defined the life of a city pastor during a period of significant American growth and transition. His recollections illustrate the intersection of faith and public life, documenting the expansion of the Presbyterian Church and the evolving role of the clergy in urban America. With its focus on personal integrity and religious devotion, ""An Autobiography"" is an essential read for those interested in American religious history, the history of Philadelphia, and the individual experiences of the leaders who shaped the modern American church. Colfelt's prose preserves the voice of a man committed to his vocation and provides a window into the historical realities of his time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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