Historical Images of Porter County

Christian Endeavors Experts, Christian Church
Valparaiso, Indiana

Date: April 2, 1916
Source Type: Postcard
Publisher, Printer, Photographer: Charles W. Beam
Postmark: None
Collection: Steven R. Shook
Remark: The C.E.E., or Christian Endeavors Experts, were trained in applying the concepts of Christian religion and unity across various denominations to causes related to education and benevolence. The minister seen at the far left is believed to be Claude Eugene Hill, a Disciple of Christ minister and the pastor of Valparaiso's Christian Church at the time this photograph was taken. Hill was nationally known for his work with the C.E.E. and was a trustee of the United Society of Christian Endeavor. Hill was born on January 11, 1874, in Pike County, Missouri, and would pass away at Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, on February 10, 1957. He is buried at Rose Hill Memorial Park in Tulsa. In the 1940s, Hill was recognized in World Call as one of the best Christian preachers in the United States being listed in the top ten among 8,500 ministers.

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Image and related text prepared by Steven R. Shook