In January 1918 he met there Frank Buchman, founder of the First Century Christian Fellowship, later known as the Oxford Group. A follower of John Mott as well, and a leader of Penn State's YMCA group, Buchman advised Shoemaker to look inside himself, and to talk about his personal experiences.
In January 1918, Shoemaker met Frank Buchman, the founder of the First Century Christian Fellowship (later known as the Oxford Group). As a follower of John Mott and leader of Penn State's YMCA group, Buchman encouraged Shoemaker to delve into his own spiritual life and share personal reflections.