Christophel-Jacob W., son of John and Elizabeth (Reed) Christophel, was born July 23, 1856, near Wakarusa, Ind. About 53 years ago he was converted, united with the Mennonite Church, and became a member of the Yellow Creek Congregation. On Jan. 18, 1885 he was united in marriage to Anna Hoover of Elkhart Co., Ind. To this union 8 children were born: Elizabeth (Mrs. Leander Weldy) of Goshen, Elmer H. (living at home) and Allen B., who preceded him in death.
On Jan. 11, 1893, he was called to the ministry by his home congregation which he served until called home. In 1918 he was called to the office of bishop, and was given the oversight of the Nappanee, Salem, and Yellow Creek congregations. As a minister and as a bishop he always endeavored to render the best possible service to the brotherhood under his care. His constant desire was to labor as a servant rather than as one exercising authority, with the thought that obedience should be rendered because of faithful teaching and understanding of the Word rather than because of harsh discipline, desiring that the Church might prosper and become more God-like. It was often said of Bro. Christophel. that when some one came to him for advice the person always was given something helpful and worth while. His chief concern and burden was the welfare of the churches in his charge, and he labored to the end that they might prosper and live in peace.
He was a kind and loving father and will be greatly missed by his many friends and acquaintances. Only those who knew him best could understand his burdens and sorrows, as he devotedly and unselfishly labored for the unity and welfare of the church and community.
After an illness of but a few days duration he peacefully fell to sleep Jan. 11, 1937; aged 80 y. 5 m. 19 d. His companion preceded him Aug. 25, 1936. He leaves his daughter (Elizabeth), a son (Elmer), 3 grandchildren and 3 sisters (Mrs. Hanna Smith, Mrs. Harriet Blosser, and Sarah Christophel), all of near Wakarusa. One granddaughter preceded him.
The church, the community comprising a host of friends unite with the family sharing their ...
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Transcribed by Don Kauffman, Alberta
Gospel Herald
Jan. 28, 1937 Vol. XXIX No. 44
On Jan. 11, 1893, he was called to the ministry by his home congregation which he served until called home. In 1918 he was called to the office of bishop, and was given the oversight of the Nappanee, Salem, and Yellow Creek congregations. As a minister and as a bishop he always endeavored to render the best possible service to the brotherhood under his care. His constant desire was to labor as a servant rather than as one exercising authority, with the thought that obedience should be rendered because of faithful teaching and understanding of the Word rather than because of harsh discipline, desiring that the Church might prosper and become more God-like. It was often said of Bro. Christophel. that when some one came to him for advice the person always was given something helpful and worth while. His chief concern and burden was the welfare of the churches in his charge, and he labored to the end that they might prosper and live in peace.
He was a kind and loving father and will be greatly missed by his many friends and acquaintances. Only those who knew him best could understand his burdens and sorrows, as he devotedly and unselfishly labored for the unity and welfare of the church and community.
After an illness of but a few days duration he peacefully fell to sleep Jan. 11, 1937; aged 80 y. 5 m. 19 d. His companion preceded him Aug. 25, 1936. He leaves his daughter (Elizabeth), a son (Elmer), 3 grandchildren and 3 sisters (Mrs. Hanna Smith, Mrs. Harriet Blosser, and Sarah Christophel), all of near Wakarusa. One granddaughter preceded him.
The church, the community comprising a host of friends unite with the family sharing their ...
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Transcribed by Don Kauffman, Alberta
Gospel Herald
Jan. 28, 1937 Vol. XXIX No. 44
Christophel-Jacob W., son of John and Elizabeth (Reed) Christophel, was born July 23, 1856, near Wakarusa, Ind. About 53 years ago he was converted, united with the Mennonite Church, and became a member of the Yellow Creek Congregation. On Jan. 18, 1885 he was united in marriage to Anna Hoover of Elkhart Co., Ind. To this union 8 children were born: Elizabeth (Mrs. Leander Weldy) of Goshen, Elmer H. (living at home) and Allen B., who preceded him in death.
On Jan. 11, 1893, he was called to the ministry by his home congregation which he served until called home. In 1918 he was called to the office of bishop, and was given the oversight of the Nappanee, Salem, and Yellow Creek congregations. As a minister and as a bishop he always endeavored to render the best possible service to the brotherhood under his care. His constant desire was to labor as a servant rather than as one exercising authority, with the thought that obedience should be rendered because of faithful teaching and understanding of the Word rather than because of harsh discipline, desiring that the Church might prosper and become more God-like. It was often said of Bro. Christophel. that when some one came to him for advice the person always was given something helpful and worth while. His chief concern and burden was the welfare of the churches in his charge, and he labored to the end that they might prosper and live in peace.
He was a kind and loving father and will be greatly missed by his many friends and acquaintances. Only those who knew him best could understand his burdens and sorrows, as he devotedly and unselfishly labored for the unity and welfare of the church and community.
After an illness of but a few days duration he peacefully fell to sleep Jan. 11, 1937; aged 80 y. 5 m. 19 d. His companion preceded him Aug. 25, 1936. He leaves his daughter (Elizabeth), a son (Elmer), 3 grandchildren and 3 sisters (Mrs. Hanna Smith, Mrs. Harriet Blosser, and Sarah Christophel), all of near Wakarusa. One granddaughter preceded him.
The church, the community comprising a host of friends unite with the family sharing their ...
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Transcribed by Don Kauffman, Alberta
Gospel Herald
Jan. 28, 1937 Vol. XXIX No. 44
On Jan. 11, 1893, he was called to the ministry by his home congregation which he served until called home. In 1918 he was called to the office of bishop, and was given the oversight of the Nappanee, Salem, and Yellow Creek congregations. As a minister and as a bishop he always endeavored to render the best possible service to the brotherhood under his care. His constant desire was to labor as a servant rather than as one exercising authority, with the thought that obedience should be rendered because of faithful teaching and understanding of the Word rather than because of harsh discipline, desiring that the Church might prosper and become more God-like. It was often said of Bro. Christophel. that when some one came to him for advice the person always was given something helpful and worth while. His chief concern and burden was the welfare of the churches in his charge, and he labored to the end that they might prosper and live in peace.
He was a kind and loving father and will be greatly missed by his many friends and acquaintances. Only those who knew him best could understand his burdens and sorrows, as he devotedly and unselfishly labored for the unity and welfare of the church and community.
After an illness of but a few days duration he peacefully fell to sleep Jan. 11, 1937; aged 80 y. 5 m. 19 d. His companion preceded him Aug. 25, 1936. He leaves his daughter (Elizabeth), a son (Elmer), 3 grandchildren and 3 sisters (Mrs. Hanna Smith, Mrs. Harriet Blosser, and Sarah Christophel), all of near Wakarusa. One granddaughter preceded him.
The church, the community comprising a host of friends unite with the family sharing their ...
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Transcribed by Don Kauffman, Alberta
Gospel Herald
Jan. 28, 1937 Vol. XXIX No. 44
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