News by email Donate

Suggestions

Maurice-Rowlandson-main_article_image.jpg
UK News

Memorial announced for Maurice Rowlandson, a key figure in UK evangelical church

Mr Rowlandson, who was a key figure in the life of the UK evangelical church over a number of decades, died on Thursday 13 August, two days before his 90th birthday.

He served as the Extensions Secretary at the Evangelical Alliance before being appointed to the team running Dr Billy Graham's first visit in England, in 1954.

During his time as Director of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association UK he organised 23 major mission events in cities including Manchester, Glasgow, Belfast, London, Norwich, Blackpool and Sheffield.

His life will be celebrated at a service at Greyfriars Church, Reading, at 11am on 26 September.

Mr Rowlandson was said to have loved sailing and founded the Venturers Norfolk Broads Cruise, a week-long Christian sailing camp for young people.

Generations of teenagers have taken the part in the camp, which has now been running for 70 years.

He once contested a Parliamentary seat for the Liberal Party, in 1959, and was a magistrate for 27 years.

He leaves his wife Marilyn and two children, Julian and Jacky, as well as eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The family has asked for donations to his chosen charities.

News you can believe in. Stand with Premier Christian News today.

Your gift today ensures that Premier Christian News can press forward in strength, reaching more people with biblical truth and shaping the future of Christian thought. It’s more than just a donation—it’s an investment in renewed minds and transformed lives. 

Without continued support, the ability to create and distribute resources that strengthen faith and equip the church will be compromised. But with your help, we can grow deeper, stand firmer, and shine brighter in the culture.

Your support today is critical.

Support Us
Continue the conversation on our Facebook page

Related Articles

Sign up to our newsletter to stay informed with news from a Christian perspective.

News by email

Connect

Donate

Donate