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Rollin Heber Neale | |
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 Southworth & Hawes: Rollin Heber Neale (ca. 1850) | |
| Born | February 23, 1808 |
| Died | September 18, 1879 (aged 71) |
| Occupation | Baptist minister |
| Children | Melissa Yale Neale, Augusta Ann Neale, Jemmette Plumb Neale, Rollin Heber Neale and Anna Fuller Neale |
| Parent(s) | Jeremiah Neal (1757-1827) and Anna Neal (born Fuller) (1764-1823) |
Rollin Heber Neale (February 13, 1808 – September 19, 1879) was an American Baptist minister known for his pastoral work and preaching. He served as the pastor of the First Baptist Church in Boston for nearly forty years, he was a prominent figure in 19th-century American religion and education.
Early life and education
editRollin Heber Neale was born on February 13, 1808, in Southington, Connecticut, to Jeremiah Neale (1757-1827) and Anna Fuller (1768-1823). He graduated from Columbian University in Washington, D.C., in 1830. Neale continued his studies at Newton Theological Seminary, from which he graduated in 1833, making it America’s oldest graduate seminary.[1]
Career
editNeale was ordained to the ministry while studying at Newton Theological Seminary. In 1834, he became the pastor of the first baptist church in Needham, Massachusetts. In 1837, he was called to the pastorate of the first baptist church in Boston, a position he held for nearly forty years. Neale was celebrated for his eloquence and success as a preacher.[2]
Neale was also involved in various educational committees, including those for Harvard University, Townsend Female Seminary, and Charlestown Female Seminary. He was awarded honorary Doctor of Divinity degrees by Brown University in 1850 and by Harvard University in 1857. His published works include The Burning Bush and several sermons and addresses.[3][4]
Personal life
editNeale married Melissa D. Yale (1814-1855) on September 26, 1833. The couple had at least five children, Melissa Yale Neale (1835-1883), Augusta Ann Neale (1837-unknown death date), Jemmette Plumb Neale (1840-1863), Rollin Heber Neale (1846-unknown death date) and Anna Fuller Neale (1848-1892). After the death of Melissa D. Yale in 1855, Neale married Annie E. Bacon (1825-1864) on June 26, 1861.
After the death of Melissa D. Yale in 1855, Neale married Annie E. Bacon (1825-1864) on June 26, 1861.
He was an abolitionist.
Later years and death
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In the latter part of his career, Neale’s health began to decline. He faced a series of health challenges, including recurring bouts of illness, which impacted his ability to perform his ministerial duties. Despite his health issues, he remained active in his pastoral role until his condition worsened.
Rollin Heber Neale died on September 19, 1879, in Boston, Massachusetts, at the age of 71 and was buried in Mount Auborn Cemetery in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Legacy
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Rev. Rollin Heber Neal is remembered for his significant contributions to his congregations and his broader community. His work in religious education, social justice, and charitable activities left a lasting impact. Neal’s ministry was characterized by a commitment to both spiritual and social upliftment, and his legacy is honored by those who continue to benefit from the institutions and initiatives he helped to establish.
References
edit- ^ "Reverend Rollin Heber Neal, D.D." geni_family_tree. 2022-05-28. Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ Miller, David Michael (2019). "The Role of Religious Politics in the Dismissal of Lowell Mason from the Boston Public Schools in 1845". Journal of Historical Research in Music Education. 40 (2): 105–124. doi:10.1177/1536600617737062. ISSN 1536-6006. JSTOR 26726972.
- ^ "A discourse on the life and character of Rollin Heber Neale Hague, William". Schreiber (in Swiss High German). Retrieved 2024-09-11.
- ^ "An address delivered on the two hundredth anniversary of the organization of the First Baptist church, Boston, June 7, 1865". Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. 20540 USA. Retrieved 2024-09-11.