It was supported by evangelical members of the Church of England, and by nonconformists with similar beliefs.
Its editorial line included a strong interest in missionary work.
[1] John Eyre, an Anglican, played a significant role in founding the Evangelical Magazine, and as its editor, to 1802.
[2] Robert Culbertson was involved in the early times, and was an editor.
[4] John Townsend was a supporter; Edward Williams was another founder and editor.