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St Mary Magdalene Canvas Church Crusade
St Mary Magdalene Canvas Church Crusade - Highbury Corner, Holloway - run by the Rev Arthur William Goodwin Hudson (1906-1985) (who signed the back of the card in May 1953). Date: circa 1952
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1953 Arthur Corner Crusade Goodwin Highbury Holloway Hudson Magdalene Marquee Oct19 Reverend Temporary Tent
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of the St Mary Magdalene Canvas Church Crusade in Highbury Corner, Holloway, during the 1950s. The Reverend Arthur William Goodwin Hudson (1906-1985), who signed the back of the card in May 1953, stands proudly in front of the temporary tent church, which was run by him during the Crusade in October 1952. The Canvas Church Crusade was a religious outreach initiative aimed at bringing faith and community to the people of Highbury and its surrounding areas. The image showcases the simple yet effective design of the marquee church, with its cross adorning the peak and the altar set up inside, ready for services. The congregation is not visible in this photograph, but one can imagine the sense of unity and spiritual connection that would have been felt within the makeshift walls. The 1950s was an era of significant social change in Britain, and the St Mary Magdalene Canvas Church Crusade reflects the adaptability and resilience of the faith community during this time. Reverend Hudson's dedication to serving his parishioners through this innovative approach to religious outreach demonstrates the importance of faith and community during a period of transformation. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the past and the enduring power of faith to bring people together, even in the most unconventional of settings.
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