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In her autobiography, Constance reflected upon the uncertainties she faced when setting up a ladies college. Here she recalled the events of May 1882,

“…The future is solemn but it may be beautiful. The word of God lies on my knee, & His Spirit near to explain it, sometimes so near that I feel it might be but a single step & my whole heart & life might be flooded & irradiated by His presence. But no, though near He is still outside, still outside.”

Faith was the driving force for Constance personally and inspired the Christian ethos of Westfield.

GalleryConstance Maynard

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