MEEK, John, Rev. (1826-1914)
Assembly memorial minute 1915
For nearly 50 years Mr. Meek was minister of the Gisborne Charge. He came to it from Edinburgh, where he had been associated with the Rev. J. Robertson, of Newington, and he remained at Gisborne till, in 1906, failing health compelled him to resign. Though he never enjoyed vigorous health, he did faithfully and continuously his work as preacher and pastor.
In the early days the difficulties and hardships of the Minister’s life in such a charge were very great. Mr. Meek possessed great wisdom and gentleness, joined with much strength of character and great patience. He was exceedingly modest and retiring in his disposition. His preaching was thoughtful and forcible and warmly evangelical. He endeared himself to his people by his sincere interest in and cordial sympathy with them, especially in their times of trial, and by his abundant labours for their spiritual welfare. The influence of his ministry throughout the Gisborne Charge has been deep and lasting.
Mr. Meek rendered invaluable services to the cause of Christ and the work of our Church, as a Presbyter. He was the first Clerk of the Presbytery, and he held the office for nearly 40 years. In that office he was faithful and zealous. In every Charge in the Presbytery he rendered great service and gave valuable help, especially during vacancies and in times of difficulty. His name will be held in honour, and he will be remembered with esteem and affection by those who knew him.
The Assembly thanks the great Head of the Church for the gift of His servant, John Meek.
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