Note 44 — B. NEW ENGLAND TO 1660 (continued 2)

But cf. the entry for November 22, 1632, when no such protestation is made: "A fast was held by the congregation of Boston, and Mr. Wilson (formerly their teacher) was chosen pastor and —— Oliver a ruling elder; and both were ordained by imposition of hands." This illustrates the gradual tendency to separate from the Church of England.