by T. Patrick Hudson, posted Tuesday, August 18, 2015 (6 years ago)

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (BP) -- A preaching rail used by Charles H. Spurgeon during his 19th century ministry has become the latest addition to Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary's new library dedicated to the British preacher.
President Jason Allen announced the acquisition of the preaching rail from First Baptist Church in Weaver, Ala., Aug. 10. The rail, which is a piece of furniture that functioned much like a modern-day pulpit, is prominently featured near the front entrance of the library in Kansas City, Mo. Read More