John Scott Lidgett
John Scott Lidgett, CH (10 August 1854 – 16 June 1953) was a British Wesleyan Methodist minister and educationist. He achieved prominence both as a theologian and reformer within British Methodism, stressing the importance of the church's engagement with the whole of society and human culture, and as an effective advocate for education within London. He served as the first President of the Methodist Conference in 1932–33.
The Reverend John Scott Lidgett CH | |
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Lidgett in 1907 | |
| President of the Methodist Conference | |
| In office 1908–1909 | |
| Preceded by | John Smith Simon |
| Succeeded by | William Perkins |
| In office 1932–1933 | |
| Vice President | Sir Robert William Perks |
| Preceded by | Dr Henry Maldwyn Hughes |
| Succeeded by | Frederick Luke Wiseman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 10 August 1854 Lewisham, England |
| Died | 16 June 1953 (aged 98) Epsom, England |
| Occupation | Methodist theologian |
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