10 Facts About Timothy Cutler

Timothy Cutler was an American Episcopal clergyman and rector of Yale College.

Timothy Cutler's father was Major John Cutler, an anchorsmith, and his mother, Martha Wiswall.

Timothy Cutler continued to teach the Enlightenment Curriculum first instituted by Tutor Samuel Johnson in 1716, with courses on algebra, calculus, and moral philosophy.

Timothy Cutler became rector of the newly formed Christ Church, Boston, where he served until his death.

Timothy Cutler became one of the leading Episcopal clergymen of New England, venerated for his learning, but perhaps too haughty in manner to be popular.

Timothy Cutler founded the church at Dedham and took care of Christ Church, Braintree.

Timothy Cutler pushed for the emancipation of his church members from the church tax imposed by the Puritan theocracy.

Timothy Cutler started a library of Anglican books in his church.

Timothy Cutler urged a bishop be appointed for the American colonies.

Timothy Cutler published four sermons, two preached before the Connecticut General Assembly - a singular honor in the Standing Order of the Puritan Connecticut government - and two while he was Rector of Christ Church, Boston.