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The Demand and the Supply of Increased Efficiency in the Negro Ministry / The American Negro Academy. Occasional Papers No. 13

By Jesse Edward Moorland
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The essay argues for increasing both the number and the training of ministers serving African American communities, asserting that religious leadership strongly influences moral and civic progress. It links rising education, wider access to newspapers and modern literature, and shifting social attitudes to a growing demand for clergy capable of addressing doubt and moral laxity. The author contrasts the comparatively small and less academically prepared cohort in theological training with larger professional schools, urges sober assessment of causes, and calls for practical remedies to raise ministerial efficiency so clergy can help uplift communities while preventing harmful influence from poorly prepared leaders.

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Jesse Edward Moorland

Jesse Edward Moorland was an influential figure in the discourse surrounding African American ministry and social issues in the early 20th century. He is best known for his work "The Demand and the Supply of Increased Efficiency in the Negro Ministry," which was published as part of the Occasional Papers of the American Negro Academy. In this paper, Moorland addressed the challenges and opportunities within the African American church, advocating for greater efficiency and effectiveness in ministry practices. His contributions reflect a commitment to improving the spiritual and social conditions of the African American community during a pivotal time in American history.

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