Forgotten Founding Father

George Whitefield's life extends beyond his role as a preacher during the Great Awakening; it encompasses his transformative experiences at Oxford University, where he was influenced by John Wesley's Methodists. His commitment to social causes led him to care for prisoners and the poor while spreading the Christian gospel. Whitefield's remarkable ability to draw massive crowds made him an iconic figure of his time, establishing him as one of the most renowned individuals in 18th-century England.