Roy Hession

Dr. Roy Hession was one of the most effective Christian evangelists in post-World War II Britain, especially among young people. Born in London, he was educated at Aldenham School where his introduction to religion led him to expect “anything but boredom” from God. He accepted Jesus in 1926 while on a Christian holiday camp. After working for Barings, the merchant bank, for ten years, he committed himself to full-time preaching. In later years, Roy, together with Dr. Joe Church, ministered to many churches and conferences in Europe, Brazil, Indonesia, North America and Africa. He was also involved for more than forty years in organizing Christian holiday conferences for family groups in the United Kingdom. In 1967 he lost his first wife, Revel, in a tragic road accident. He later married Pamela. Roy Hession is remembered for his infectious enthusiasm and humor, but above all for his unwavering stand on the principles of repentance and grace that were so precious to him.