James G. K. (James Gore King) McClure

Born on November 24, 1848, and dying on January 18, 1932, James Gore King McClure was an American Presbyterian clergyman whose career joined preaching, teaching, and religious publishing. Surviving records of his life and a memorial volume issued in 1932 show that he was important enough in his church circles to be remembered with a funeral service and biographical sketch prepared for private distribution.

McClure wrote across several forms: sermons, baccalaureate and commemorative addresses, historical pieces, and practical Christian books. Collections of his work and bibliographic listings connect him with titles such as For Hearts That Hope, The Great Appeal, The Growing Pastor, and The Story of the Life and Work of the Presbyterian Theological Seminary of Chicago, suggesting a writer deeply engaged with ministry, encouragement, and theological education.

What stands out most is the steady usefulness of his writing. Rather than aiming at literary show, his books seem designed to strengthen faith, support pastors, and serve church communities — making him a good fit for readers interested in older devotional and Protestant religious writing.