For 18 years he took a conspicuous part in the religious and civic life of Manchester, but in 1901 went to London, where he worked among the poor of Westminster and in the East End.
For 18 years he took a conspicuous part in the religious and civic life of Manchester, particularly as priest at the Holy Name Church, Manchester. In 1901 went to London, where he worked among the poor of Westminster and in the East End.