Miss Ellis's Mission

The narrative recounts the life and ministry of a delicate, devout woman who transformed quiet devotion into organized post-office mission work, distributing books and tracts and corresponding widely. It traces her upbringing in a comfortable household, early schooling, the death of her mother as a spiritual turning point, and the steady cultivation of habits of study, prayer, and practical charity. Drawn from letters, journals, and selections she compiled for comfort, the portrait emphasizes humble service, perseverance amid limited means, and the far-reaching moral and spiritual influence achieved through consistent small acts.