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The True Story of Susannah Spurgeon, The Pastor’s Wife Who Didn’t Let Sickness Stop Her

The following text is the full biography timeline featured in the back of our new children’s book exploring the inspirational story of Susannah Spurgeon's life.

It is part of our Do Great Things for God series, a collection of beautifully illustrated biographies written to excite young children about the great things they can do for God. This book can be read to young children aged and read by children aged 6 or older. Click here to download free biography worksheets for kids to fill in. 

15 January Susannah Thompson was born in London, England.

Susannah spurgeon biography definition Susannah Thompson married Charles Spurgeon on 8 January They had twin sons, Charles and Thomas , born on 20 September She had gynecological-related health issues, and was operated on by James Young Simpson in She was known for her staunch support of her husband's ministry, and for the Book Fund which she established in , through which by the time of her death , theological books had been distributed to needy pastors. Ray Rhodes Jr.

She was known as Susie.

18 December Susie heard Charles Spurgeon preach at New Park Street Chapel.

4 February Susie was baptized by Charles Spurgeon.

8 January Charles and Susie were married and took a wedding trip to France.

7 October Charles preached to 24, people at the Crystal Palace.

18 March The new church, Metropolitan Tabernacle, opened and could seat 6, people.

Susie’s sickness got worse.

She had surgery but was no longer able to travel.

Charles’ health got worse, and he often had to leave London to get better.

Susie started the Book Fund, a project to send copies of Charles’ books to poor pastors. She sent about , books in all.

31 January Charles Spurgeon died while by the sea in France.

Susie helped raise money to build a Baptist church at Bexhill-on-Sea.

, and Susie’s three devotional books were published.

20 April The Metropolitan Tabernacle was badly damaged by a fire.

Susie helped raise money to rebuild it.

22 October Susie died at home and was buried in London next to her husband.

You can learn more about Susie's amazing life in Susannah Spurgeon: The Pastor's Wife Who Didn't Let Sickness Stop Her.