The American Missionary -- Volume 41 No. 10 October 1887

This issue of The American Missionary highlights the ongoing efforts of the American Missionary Association in promoting education religious instruction and social progress among African American Native American and immigrant communities. Reports from mission schools and churches detail both accomplishments and persistent challenges particularly in securing financial support and addressing racial and economic inequalities. The publication underscores the transformative power of Christian education in fostering self-sufficiency and moral integrity calling upon readers to contribute to these vital initiatives. Alongside missionary updates the issue engages with broader social concerns including racial justice economic disparity and the responsibilities of Christian institutions in advocating for the oppressed. Personal letters and testimonies from educators and missionaries provide vivid insights into their daily struggles and successes reinforcing the perseverance required for this work. With a compelling blend of statistical data firsthand narratives and editorial commentary The American Missionary continues to serve as both a historical record and a passionate appeal for Christian philanthropy and social reform.