To preach the Gospel requires that the preacher should believe that he is sent to those whom he is addressing at the moment, because God has among them those whom He is at the moment calling; it requires that the speaker should expect a response.

A simple stone cross with the inscription on the pedestal reads: "ROLAND ALLEN CLERK IN HOLY ORDERS 1868-1947 I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE SAITH THE LORD"


Veneration
Allen is honored with a feast day on the liturgical calendar of the Episcopal Church (USA) on June 8. Selected Writings Cambridge: Lutterworth Press 2006 ISBN 978-0-7188-9173-2; edited by David M. A Study in the Work of Roland Allen Cambridge: Lutterworth Press 2006 ISBN 978-0-7188-9103-9; edited by David M.