Biography

Amy Beatrice Carmichael was born into a Christian family in 1867. The family lived in Ireland, where they established a church known as the Welcome Evangelical Church. Carmichael also evangelized many girls who worked in the Irish mills. Called to the India mission field, Carmichael would spend 55 years bringing the gospel to the people of India. During her time in India, she was a prolific writer, chronicling her mission work. Saving young women from a life of prostitution and caring for orphans were hallmarks of Carmichael's work. She died in India in 1951. The Church of England celebrates her life and work each January 18. A college in Australia is named after her also.

Wailand Groenendyk
CCEL Staff Writer