Wilson Carlile was a British Anglican priest and evangelist, born in Brixton in 1847. Before dedicating his life to religious service, he worked as a successful businessman. His spiritual path was influenced by assisting Dwight L. Moody in Islington. Following his ordination as a deacon at St Paul's Cathedral, he served as a curate at St Mary Abbots in Kensington. He is most recognized for establishing the Church Army in 1882, an organization that launched its initial campaign in Belfast in 1883.
Religious career
After his early business career, Carlile pursued ministry, serving as a curate in Kensington. In 1882, he founded the Church Army to conduct evangelistic work. This organization held its first major campaign in Belfast during 1883. Throughout his life, he held the position of prebendary at St Paul's Cathedral in London.
Later life
Carlile was a member of the Order of Companions of Honour. He passed away in Woking on 26 September 1942. His remains were later interred at St Paul's Cathedral, where he had previously served as a prebendary.