In Rev. 11:14, we read, “The second woe is past; and behold, the third woe cometh quickly.” The intervening time, here called “quickly,” is probably the four years from 1840-44. But why is it that the second and third woe trumpets do not come together, like the other trumpets? The reason is obvious. A woe denounced is a presage of wrath, a judgment, or some terrible evil. Now from 1840-44 was the period of the Lord’s great second-advent proclamation, which he sent to the inhabitants of the world. That message was a BLESSING, and in the very nature of things there could not then be a woe.
From 1840-44, the world was favored with the most precious light; also it was a time of remarkable peace all over the world. Mankind were very generally given to peaceful pursuits. Hence, all these things considered, there could then be no woe. At that time the world was enjoying a SPECIAL BLESSING. Truth is always a blessing. God’s blessed second-advent proclamation was specially such. From 1840-44 was the period when the second-advent truth was proclaimed everywhere in mighty power, by men filled with the Spirit of God. But when the time passed in 1844, then a great change came. Do not the above considerations explain why there is a lapse between the second and third woe trumpets?
G. W. A.
IT IS ASTONISHING.
By E. R. Jones
Yes, it is astonishing that so many of those who profess to love the truth, and say they are anxious to avail themselves of every means possible that they may make advancement in the Christian race, do not take the REVIEW and INSTRUCTOR. In my limited field of labor, I have found families by the dozen that have not seen these papers for months, except as they have borrowed them of their neighbors or come across them accidentally. If there is an appointment made for their church, they know nothing of it till their brethren who do take the paper tell them. Usually something like the following occurs:—
“Bro. A., do you take the REVIEW?”
“No.”
“Don’t see how you can get along without it.”
“I have to.”
“Why do you not take it?”
“Can’t afford it.”
“Why! it costs but a little.”
“I know it, but I cannot afford that little; it is hard times, you know.”
I have been surprised to hear people who were above want say they could not afford to take the REVIEW; and my astonishment has known no bounds when I have seen quite a proportion of those who cannot afford to take the papers, freely using the unwholesome, unclean swine’s flesh, and hurtful tea. These articles, every month, cost them more than they would pay for the papers in a year. Is it not astonishing that people who say they are looking for the coming of the Lord, will deprive themselves of the blessings and helps which God has placed in their reach, and indulge in those things which only hinder them in the work of preparation? An apostle has said that he that has the hope in him of seeing the Lord come, and being made like him, will purify himself, even as he is pure.
Often I have felt like crying out, Turn ye! turn ye!
A sad thought comes in here. It is this: The many appeals which have been and are being made through the REVIEW, stop just short of reaching those whom they are designed to benefit, because they do not take the paper. What can be done? It seems to me that there is great need that our T. and M. Societies should make a special and persistent effort to remedy this evil that exists among us. Why not make our own churches a field of earnest, protracted missionary labor, till these “sinners in Zion” are converted.
In the name of the Master, brethren, we beseech of you to lay aside these hurtful things, and send for the REVIEW, which, from week to week, will come as a refreshing blessing of God to your homes; and the sunlight of the smiles of Christ will beam in your souls.
E. R. Jones.
FRANCE AND SWITZERLAND.
By D. T. Bourdeau
Since the Republican victory in France, it is easier to distribute tracts and preach there than it was formerly. Thus reports Bro. Gabert. This brother is improving his golden opportunity in circulating our works, obtaining subscribers for LES SIGNES DES TEMPS, and preaching at different points. Taking advantage of his knowledge of the country, and quite a large circle of friends, he has made two interesting tours through three departments, and has scattered tracts, visited and preached (sometimes at the request of preachers) in the following cities: Crest, Beaufort, Ouste, Lyon, Villeforte, etc.; and he says that conviction in regard to the soon-coming of Christ and the necessity of keeping the commandments is fastening on many minds. Let us pray for this dear brother, who is encouraged in moving out boldly and prudently.
As to the work in Morges, it has thus far met with many obstacles, which have been exceedingly trying and wearing. Mrs. B. has suffered extremely, but is now improving as fast as could be expected. As I have had to stand by her most of the time, it has been very difficult to advance in the work. But she has so far recovered that I feel free to spend much of my time in visiting, which is very necessary in taking up the Sabbath question. As far as I have gone with this question, it has taken well; yet I expect to meet great opposition.
I have been able to speak two or three times a week. A few precious souls are under conviction and are trembling in view of the cross; but they have shown such a hungering after truth that we think we have fair grounds to hope they will obey. D. T. BOURDEAU.
Morges, Jan. 31, 1878.
VOICES FROM THE LONELY ONES.
By A. S. Hutchins
Having before me several letters from the scattered ones addressed to the church and to individuals, I take the liberty to make a few extracts from them. One far from Sabbath-keepers writes: “Since my return, I have been searching the Scriptures and reading, with an especial view to getting light upon present truth. While thus engaged, I have felt that the blessing of the Lord was upon me.”
Another writes: “Have we not all especial reason to adore the goodness of God for the clear light of truth as brought out in these last days? How swiftly the year just closed, passed away, and yet what a succession of startling and stirring events it recorded in its rapid flight, marking the fulfillment of the sure word of prophecy.
“Is it not a solemn thought that we are living at the time of the proclamation of the third angel’s message, the last message of mercy to be given to man? Ought we not to be zealous of good works? How important that we have our Christian armor bright, and so let our light shine on those around us, who have no hope. Oh! when I realize the importance of these things, I feel that I am very deficient, and tremble lest in the Judgment it be said to me, ‘Thou art weighed in the balances, and found wanting.’”
Another, sending words of greeting to the church, says: “I believe I have made an advance step since my return. I am drawing nearer to God, and hope, through grace, to hold fast whereunto I have attained, and follow on to know Him more perfectly. My heart is fixed, trusting in God. As for me I will go forward, trusting in the strength of the Lord.”
One who has met with Sabbath-keepers but a few times, says: “A few months before I began to keep the Sabbath, I dreamed that an angel came to me and gave me a light. I felt that it was an honor, and it filled my heart with joy that it should be given to me. It seemed real. I believe I am holding that light, and my prayer is that others may be attracted by it, and embrace the truth.”
One who has just commenced the observance of the Sabbath, away alone, says: “There is much said to me, but it does not move me. Nothing will change my mind but the Bible, and that seems all on my side. I believe the Lord is near, even at the doors.”
A. S. HUTCHINS.
To District No. 1, New York and Pennsylvania Tract and Missionary Society
By Roswell F. Cottrell
TO DIST. NO. 1, N. Y. AND PA. T. AND M. SOCIETY.
Twenty-six years ago, when I joined the little company of recruits enlisting for the last campaign of the great controversy of earth, I believed without a doubt that the third angel's message was from Heaven and not of men; and I believe it still. Of course we believed that this last generation would be tested by this message; but how the great work was to be done we knew not, but believed that God was able to do it in some way. We believed in preaching, and also in printing; and when we had a single hand press and hired rooms, we thought that progress was being made; and many of us, as individuals, scattered the printed papers here and there.
But God, the author of all things, the beginning and the end of our faith, knew how to use the facilities that he had prepared for his work. He is the author of the inventions and improvements of our day. Men may take the glory to themselves; but steam navigation, the railroads, the telegraphs, and power printing presses are the means that God has prepared to use in closing up his work upon earth. It is by his Spirit that the work is to be done, but he has so ordered it that each one of his people may have a part in his great work; and he expects every soldier to do his duty.
Since I have been called to head one regiment in the N. Y. and Pa. division of the grand army, I wish to magnify my office by the faithful discharge of duty; and I ask the co-operation of each captain (librarian) and each soldier in the ranks, that we may not be behind any battalion in the whole division. A little wholesome emulation in a good cause is not to be condemned; and if it is admissible in any cause, it certainly is in the work of the Lord. Rom. 11:14; Heb. 10:24; 2 Cor. 9:2.
If we desire to do something in the work of the Lord, the way is open. All can have a part in the work of saving men, a work that will benefit others and also abound to our account. Will we all be united in this work? Let us each do our individual duty. In so doing, God will approve and bless our efforts. Soon, very soon, the war will be ended and the victors crowned. R. F. COTTRELL.
NEGATIVE RELIGION.
In these days of ease from persecution, a profession of religion may be made, and a decent outside may be preserved, without much cost. There is one class of professors, and that by no means a small one, made up of those who have received a religious education, have been trained up to an outward conformity to the precepts of the gospel, who abstain from the open follies and corruptions of the world, but remain quite satisfied with a
NEGATIVE RELIGION.
They do not profane the Sabbath;
They do not neglect the ordinances of God’s house;
They do not live without a form of prayer;
They do not take the holy name of God in vain;
They are not drunkards;
They are not swearers;
They do not neglect the poor and needy;
They do not run a round of gayety and folly;
They do not bring up their children without some regard to religion;
They do not cast off the fear of God;
BUT
They do not love him;
They do not experience his love shed abroad in the heart;
They do not enjoy vital, heartfelt religion;
They do not give God their hearts;
They do not delight themselves in him;
They do not esteem his word more than their necessary food;
They do not love the habitation of his house, the place where his honor dwelleth, though they attend it;
They do not enjoy the peace of God, which passeth all understanding;
They are not temples of the Holy Ghost;
They have not passed from death unto life;
They are not new creatures in Christ Jesus;
They have not been translated from the kingdom of darkness;
They are not born again, consequently cannot enter into the kingdom of God. Oh that such would now stop and examine their hearts and their hopes, and seek the Lord while he may be found, and call upon him while he is near!—Sel.
ONTARIO
By J. Fulton
During the first part of the winter, we spent the greater part of the time in the T. and M. work and in visiting the scattered brethren. We have thus far obtained over 100 subscribers for our periodicals; sold 350 Annuals, and books to the value of about $35.
Jan. 13 commenced meetings near London. Had the best interest we have had since coming to Ontario. One hundred were out the first evening. At our fourth meeting objections were raised against occupying the school-house any longer for our meetings. The respectable part of the community worked hard for us, and when they found we were to be turned out, they closed the house against all. I held a few meetings in a private house, but being at one side of the district, but few attended. One family of eight accepted the truth. Their position in society is such, that, if they prove faithful, they will be a great help to the cause.
I am now on my way to Kerwood, where I intend commencing meetings this evening. Prejudice is slowly giving way, and we look for the cause to triumph here as well as in other fields. J. FULTON.
Strathroy, Feb. 12, 1878.
WISCONSIN
Leon.
The general meeting at Leon, Feb. 1 to 3, was well attended. Some came seventy miles, with teams. The people listened eagerly to the stirring truths and words of instruction delivered by Bro. Haskell. All the items of business acted upon at the regular quarterly meeting at Oakland were explained, and received the sanction of those present. A vigilant missionary society was organized, composed chiefly of sisters. Sister Mary Snow was chosen president, and sister Olive Hawley secretary and treasurer.
The church entered heartily into the work of clubbing for the SIGNS on the installment plan, and monthly pledges were made sufficient to pay for fifty copies of the SIGNS. These are to be distributed according to the plan recommended in the minutes of the Oakland meeting.
This meeting was a great blessing to the cause in this part of the State. The outside attendance was good. Four commenced to keep the Sabbath. They had become convinced of the truth at Bro. Snow’s meetings, fourteen miles from Leon.
H. W. Decker.
Little Falls, Feb. 13.
I gave fifteen lectures at this place. Seven persons confessed the truth, four of whom attended the general meeting, at Leon and publicly took a stand. Besides63these, two backsliders were reclaimed, and one who had kept the Sabbath for years promised to renounce his tobacco.
T. B. Snow.
MICHIGAN
By W. H. Littlejohn; M. S. Burnham
(Our last report brought us to the close of our labors in Wright. On the following Sabbath we held meetings with the church in Allegan. The following Tuesday, which was the 5th of February, we went, by the request of the president of this Conference, to visit the church of Jefferson, which is located in Hillsdale county, in this State. The brethren in that place number, in all, we believe, thirty-three. They are distant from the railroad about six miles. They have a comfortable house of worship, and are, we understand, almost entirely free from debt. This church was raised up something like three years since, through the untiring labors of Eld. H. A. St. John, who is now president of the Ohio Conference. Though absent from the State, he still occupies a large place in the hearts of those to whom he carried the light of present truth.
The membership in this place is—like that of nearly all churches situated as this one is—composed almost entirely of farmers. Like most of our societies, also, they have among them representatives of the different nationalities which enter so largely into the population of the country. In the service of the Lord, however, all these distinctions of blood are wholly lost sight of, and they unite in public and social worship, forgetting these differences of race. Thus far they seem to have preserved much of the fire and enthusiasm which usually characterize our young churches, and it was indeed refreshing to witness the heartiness with which they responded to those utterances which seemed to meet their spiritual wants. This to one acquainted with their past history seems to be the more remarkable because of the fact that their experience thus far has been marked by trials and discouragements more severe than those which fall to the lot of most churches. We trust, however, that they will never grow less ardent in their worship; and we hope that their future history will be more free from such difficulties than their past has been. We are encouraged to believe that this will be the case from the fact that while we were among them the Spirit of God came in to that extent that old troubles were moved out of the way, and they were left in a good condition for future growth, both in numbers and spirituality.
Having nearly paid for their church, they pledged nearly all of their systematic fund, for the present year, to the State Conference. At our last meeting with them Bro. F. D. Snyder was ordained elder. By this action their organization is complete, and they have a full corps of church officers.
Eld. H. M. Kenyon, of Monterey, accompanied us in our visit to this church, and rendered efficient service in bringing about the happy results reached.
W. H. LITTLEJOHN.
M. S. BURNHAM.
NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANIA.
Wellsville, N. Y.
Our meeting here, Feb. 9 and 10, was, we trust, a profitable season to this church. Nearly all the members were present, and there was a good attendance of the brethren from Niles Hill. At our season of special worship Sabbath, over fifty testimonies were given. Evening after the Sabbath we met to celebrate the ordinances for the first time. Every member present cheerfully took part in the work, and the sweet blessing of God rested upon us. May the spirit of love and union that now exists in this church always continue. Three more united with the church on this occasion.
Sunday morning we called the attention of the brethren to the tract work, and in about fifteen minutes fifty-eight copies of the SIGNS OF THE TIMES were subscribed for, to be used in the missionary work. If all our churches and scattered brethren throughout the Conference would do in proportion as these brethren have done, not less than two thousand copies of the SIGNS would be taken in this way.
We were much pleased that they should take hold in this way. They have been lifting hard in building their house of worship, and felt they had done about all they could. Four weeks ago, when we were here last, they pledged liberally on S. B.; and now, cheerfully and without urging, they have set a good example in this work. We believe they will be rewarded for the efforts they are making by seeing the cause prosper in their midst. In fact, there were very favorable indications of interest on the part of those outside of the church at this meeting.
Sunday P. M. we organized a legal society for holding the property of the church. Sold more than twenty dollars' worth of books. We now leave this part of the State for the present.
B. L. WHITNEY.
Covington, Pa.
Commenced meetings in this place, Feb. 6. A few had embraced the truth by reading and were calling for a preacher, and we came by the advice of the Conference Committee. It is a small borough of five or six hundred inhabitants, with a good farming community around it. The best hall in town had been obtained for the meetings, which soon proved inadequate for our use, as sitting room was not afforded for all who came, although we provided extra seats to its full capacity. On Saturday evening, the Baptist friends voluntarily offered us the use of their house, and requested us to make our next appointment there; and the next evening all the available room, aisles, platform and all, was filled in that, and last evening, the 11th, the house was filled again.
At the suggestion of one of the citizens, a collection was taken for fuel and lights, and wood was liberally donated besides. On Sunday morning I went into the Disciple prayer-meeting, and was immediately invited to speak. Books are taken, and invitations to call are given freely; and the interest seems to be very general as well as great. This is entirely new ground, and we hope for good results.
On the way here we spent Sabbath and first-day at Groton, and found the friends there holding on, though some have moved away.
S. B. WHITNEY.
Eagle Harbor, Orleans Co., N. Y., Feb. 10.
Commenced meetings here Jan. 7. Bro. E. B. Gaskill, failing to obtain the use of a church, hired a large store and fitted it up with seats, lights, stove, &c. His daughter furnished us an organ, at which she presides. The result is, we have an excellent choir, which has greatly helped the interest of the meetings.
The attendance has been excellent. Last Sabbath morning, over sixty persons were present. Nine, heads of families, have taken a decided stand on the truth, and are now observing the Sabbath of the Lord.
Expect to start for Chautauqua Co. the 19th.
CHAS. B. REYNOLDS.
HEREAFTER
“What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter.” John 13:7.
CHRISTIAN, when the storm-clouds gather
Dark and wild upon thy way,
And thy faithless heart is longing
For the glorious light of day,
Though thou canst not pierce the shadows
That around thy footsteps lie,
If in faith thou journey forward
They will vanish by and by.
Though the bitter cup of sorrow
To thy lips be often pressed,
Yet, as each succeeding morrow
Brings thee nearer to thy rest,
Though thou may not see the fountain
Whence the streams of Marah flow,
Never let thy courage fail thee;
For “thou shalt hereafter know.”
If thy curious mind would fathom
That which God alone may know,
If thy troubled heart would query
Why the ways of God are so,
Why the losses and the crosses
Which around thy pathway lie,
Be content to meekly bear them
In the hope, that, by and by,
When shall dawn the glorious morning
Of the bright eternal day,
When the mist and cloud and darkness
That enwrap thee, pass away,
Thou shalt see the perfect beauty
Of the place of life and love,
And its fullness emanating
From the Father's throne above;
See and know the glad fruition
From the labors and the tears
Spent within the Master's vineyard
Through the weary lapse of years.
Then press on the path of duty,
Though thou may not see below
Why uncertainties surround thee,
Yet “thou shalt hereafter know.” —Sel.
TEXAS
By R. M. Kilgore
Feb. 2 and 3 I visited and organized the company of believers at Cleburne. Although the weather was inclement, the brethren showed commendable zeal in attending the meeting, and remaining till the close. The preaching was practical and was heartily received by all, as was manifested by corresponding action. The present truth found these friends, with two exceptions, addicted to the use of tobacco by either chewing, smoking, or snuff-dipping. These habits, with others, they have mastered by divine grace; and such luxuries as tobacco, tea, and coffee are being laid aside with their jewelry and superfluous articles of dress.
Twenty persons united together, forming the church at Cleburne. Seven were buried with their Lord by baptism, in the presence of a large concourse of people. A few were baptized at the close of the tent-meeting, and others were not prepared for baptism, while a few were satisfied with their former baptism. Between fifteen and twenty more are keeping the Sabbath at this place, and are making efforts to overcome and to develop Christian character. They all rejoice in the light of the truth which they have received, and are making rapid strides toward conforming to the divine model, and reaching the elevated platform of the third angel’s message.
PEORIA, HILL CO.
The cause here is still holding its own. We have been shut out of the Baptist meeting-house, in which we held our meetings for a time after the tent was taken down. We now hold our meetings in one of our large private rooms, where between forty and fifty meet every Sabbath. The room is crowded, but we enjoy the privileges afforded us, with the prospect of soon having a meeting-house of our own. Two young men, who heard a few discourses in the tent here, have returned from Brown Co. and report that they, with three others near Brownwood, are keeping the Sabbath, and have endured much bitter opposition. They have come here to have the privilege of Sabbath meetings and have found employment with the friends of present truth.
We are of good courage in the Lord, though we are receiving threatening letters. They move us not. I am at work with my hands, preparing for the summer’s campaign. R. M. KILGORE.
BLADEN SPRINGS, ALABAMA.
By A. O. Burrill
During the week past our brethren and friends have completed the building which will be used for a meeting and school-house. It is 20x20, and is the warmest house in the township. During the week, several, where Bro. Ellett is laboring, seven miles from here, have decided to identify themselves with us. A teacher has taken hold of the truth, and I have hopes that he will become a useful man in the cause here. Among those who have received the Sabbath are two prominent men of the M. E. church.
Mrs. Burrill has begun school here to-day, Feb. 11, with a full house. We see many things to encourage us. We want so to relate ourselves to the work that God will bless our efforts. A. O. Burrill.
MINNESOTA
Paynesville, Stearns Co., Feb. 12.
We have held meetings at Atwater, Harrison Lake, Calhoun, and are now holding meetings at this place. At every point some have embraced the truth. At Calhoun Lake there is a good Sabbath-school. At this place the people have hired a hall for us to preach in, and we have given thirteen discourses. The interest is good. The truth is the great topic of conversation in stores and everywhere.
We earnestly desire the prayers of the people of God.
W. B. HILL. H. W. BABCOCK.
Gilmantown, Benton Co.
We met with the Sabbath-keepers here Jan. 31. Held eight meetings, with good attendance and interest. Two commenced to keep the Sabbath, and the church were encouraged. The Lord blessed our labors, and we feel to thank him for his goodness.
ANDREW MEAD. M. D. CAMPBELL.
ILLINOIS
By G. W. Colcord
RUTLAND.—Since our last report we have witnessed a few victories gained at Rutland. Light broke in upon one sister who had been troubled with the sophisms of antinomianism. Calling on one family, we found a young lady weeping, and pleading with her aunt to renew her covenant with God. Both prayed. On Wednesday we immersed this young sister and another who had lately re-started for Mount Zion. The same evening we spoke very plainly to our first-day Adventist friends, in their meeting-house, on the subject of “Spiritual Gifts,” and are confident that prejudice was removed, and our friends in the truth greatly benefited. After this public service we enjoyed an encouraging season in an ordinance meeting. Five were added to the church. In an agony of soul, one brother who had opposed this work cried out in the meeting, requesting all to pray for him. We did; and then and there he took a noble stand for God’s law. This church now numbers fourteen. We thank the Master for the signal victory gained at this point.
MACKINAW, Feb. 11.—Here we have held, to date, only seven meetings; but, while I expect to hurriedly visit two or three other places, Bro. Bliss hopes to labor here so as to see fruit. Yesterday we organized a church of seven; four joined the tract society; and several pledged quite liberally. When all will have added theirs, likely their S. B. will aggregate $75. One expects to be baptized next Wednesday.
G. W. COLCORD.
IOWA
Oskaloosa and Knoxville.
I commenced meetings in Oskaloosa, Jan. 24, and remained there and in the vicinity till Feb. 4. Our friends in Oskaloosa are firm in the truth. Although few in numbers, their courage is good, and we think they are making some advancement in spiritual things.
Jan. 30, I went to Union, about four miles south-east of Oskaloosa, where Bro. Starr has been laboring. Here I found fourteen keeping the Sabbath as a result of Bro. Starr’s faithful labors. Remained there until Feb. 4. Our meetings were solemn and interesting. Sabbath, six of those who had embraced the truth made a public start in the way of life. Sunday I baptized eleven. It was an occasion long to be remembered. Monday evening we organized a church of seventeen members. There are enough to make twenty-five or thirty who will unite soon. The Lord has greatly blessed Bro. Starr’s labors this winter, and has given him souls for his hire.
Feb. 5, I commenced meetings in Knoxville, and remained over the following Sunday. Our evening meetings were designed specially for those without; and as some of our sisters had been doing considerable missionary work we had a house crowded with mostly new and interested hearers. One family has commenced to keep the Sabbath, and many are deeply convicted. Our meetings for the church were profitable. The church in Knoxville is coming up to the help of the Lord, and he is blessing.
E. W. FARNSWORTH.
State Center, Feb. 11.
Our meetings are still well attended. The Sabbath question is before the people, and they are generally convinced of the correctness of our views. I trust some will obey. Excuses are heard now. We have sold about four dollars’ worth of books, and have given away about fifty papers.
G. V. KILGORE.
Emmittsburgh.
Jan. 25 to 31, I was with the church at Emmittsburgh, twenty miles from Spencer. This church has grown in grace and in willingness to work for the Lord. At our business meeting the S. B. was doubled, and seven joined the tract society. Our meetings among them were most encouraging.
At present I am in a new place among Norwegians and Swedes. Have held seven meetings with good interest. The attendance has increased every evening. At our last meeting, ninety persons were present, and gave the best of attention.
JOHN F. HANSON.
FURNAS CO., NEBRASKA.
By Chas. L. Boyd
AFTER continuing three weeks, our meetings on Sappa Creek closed on Sunday evening, the 10th inst., with a house crowded with attentive listeners.
Bro. Jenkins first came here and held meetings. He remained with me one week. The Lord has blessed in the work. Twenty-nine have signed the covenant; among them are three teachers who are teaching in this and two adjoining districts. Others are keeping the Sabbath.
Four years ago sister Ake moved here with her family from Iowa. She had received the light of the third angel's message and came here with her lamp trimmed and her light burning. Through her godly influence the soil was prepared for the good seed to be sown. For some months this devoted sister has been afflicted, and, looking to physicians for help, was nothing better, but rather grew worse, till she began to look into the grave as her resting place. She then turned her eyes to Jesus and called for help, and she has since been steadily recovering. Her heart is made greatly to rejoice by seeing her neighbors, her husband, and three of her children, entering into the service of the Lord.
A Sabbath-school which will number forty or more members is organized, and a Sabbath and Tuesday evening prayer-meeting established. I trust a good church may soon be organized here, though it will be necessary that the organization be preceded with more labor.
CHAS. L. BOYD.
Dist. No. 6 Maine: New Sweden Organization Completed
By E. Sjehom; John Olson
DIST. NO. 6—MAINE.
As the State T. and M. Society had set off the Swedish colony as Dist. No. 6, and appointed a director, the brethren in New Sweden met Feb. 10 and completed the organization.
E. Sjehom, director, called the meeting to order. Prayer by J. P. Gelotte. Eld. James Sawyer was chosen secretary pro tem.
After remarks by Brn. Sawyer, Gelotte, Sjehom, and others, concerning the object and plan of this society, Bro. John Olson was chosen secretary, and John P. Gelotte librarian.
The society adopted the “one-third,” as a means to sustain the T. and M. work. It was resolved to take ten numbers of the SVENSK ADVENT-HEROLD, and pay for them quarterly. Ten enrolled their names as members.
It was resolved to make special efforts to send the HEROLD to old Sweden, and to visit from house to house in New Sweden.