William and Catherine

Overview

When William Booth met Catherine Mumford in 1852, it was the start of a story that would change the lives of millions of people across the world. Out of their love sprang a new and radical international Christian movement - The Salvation Army. Throughout their life William and Catherine, when apart, exchanged letters and notes expressing not only their deep love but also a lasting friendship and mutual respect which would survive the challenges of separation, ill health, the struggle of raising a large family, opposition, disappointment and professional uncertainty. The letters, spanning nearly 40 years, reveal both the everyday minutiae of life in Victorian times, and the challenges of being revolutionary Christian thinkers in the second half of the 19th century.

Author Biography

Cathy Le Feuvre is a writer, journalist, broadcaster, and communications consultant specialising in public relations for religious organizations, churches, and faith groups. She spent seven years as Head of Media, for The Salvation Army (UK), which also happens to be her church of choice. Her career has incorporated work in newspapers, radio, and television including many years as a reporter, presenter, and producer for the BBC and ITV. Cathy writes for various outlets and as a communications consultant advises on and manages media delivery and campaigns for national and international organisations and agencies as well as advising and training in PR media delivery and strategy, and crisis and reputation management.