Scripture examinations
John's subject in 1951 was Jesus and Peter
Top marks for John McIntyre in 1954
Awarded to Shirley Martin at Islip Methodist Sunday School
Awarded to Ian Martin at Islip Methodist Sunday School
Scripture Examinations were widely used to encourage biblical knowledge and understanding.
Officially optional, Scripture Exams were graded at a variety of levels, not just for children but also for adults and those preparing for church membership.
Local Sunday School Unions and increasingly national and denominational bodies devised the curriculum and set the exams.
Those who showed aptitude and were keen, were encouraged to help lead Sunday School classes, for which training was also given.
Hard won certificates were often kept and treasured as these examples show.
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