A study of the origins, history, essence and legacy of Toc H, a Christian, voluntary, social welfare services organisation in twentieth century Britain

Burgess, Marolyn Joy (2017). A study of the origins, history, essence and legacy of Toc H, a Christian, voluntary, social welfare services organisation in twentieth century Britain. University of Birmingham. M.A.

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Abstract

This thesis examines the factors in the development of Toc H, and the nature of its essence and legacy. This is a Christian, voluntary, social welfare organisation operating in twentieth century Britain. It's history has been intertwined with that of its charismatic founder, Philip Clayton, and therefore it also explores his history. In addition, Toc H has been an example of an old-style voluntary organisation, and the thesis describes its 'journey' through the changing society which it has encountered. The main theme which is considered is the effect on the organisation of the interplay between the effects on it of Clayton and of the changes in society over its history. The main factors in its development are explored, especially through the themes in this thesis. Main matters covered have included the nature of Clayton's contribution to the organisation, the effects on it of secularisation and related changes in society, the developments in voluntary organisations, the role of Government in this, the organisation's finances, its purpose and activities, the nature of its 'Christianising', the nature of the Toc H Family', its growth profile, the Toc H women, its development overseas, and whether it has been a movement or an organisation.

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Thesis (Masters by Research > M.A.)

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Masters by Research > M.A.

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