Silcock , Alfred Lawrence

1906-1979. After training at the Bible Institute of Los Angeles and at N.Z. Baptist College (1929-1930) Silcock pastored Baptist churches at Owaka 1931-34; Island Bay 1934-38; Timaru 1938-44; Masterton 1944-47; Gisborne 1947-56; Colombo Street 1956-61; and Onslow. Prior to his final pastorate he was Senior Editor of NZ Baptist lesson material for young people and adults. He was a leading Baptist figure, serving on the Union Council 1931-1971 and on its Executive from 1943, and becoming President of the Baptist Union in 1959. He was also a Vice-president of the Baptist World Alliance, 1965-1970. He was an influential and clear communicator with broad interests. Refs: Obituaries: Gisborne Herald, 11 May 1979; NZB June 1979.