Christian Nation Vol. 18 1893 - Rparchives.org

T h e GhFistiao IiationWEDNESDAY. APEIL 26, 1888.P. O. Box 2633, Nbw Yoek.Star Notes*^*The Conference of delegates of the Presbyteriesand the Central Board of Miasions will meet in theNew Castle, Pa., church on Tuesday, May 30, 1893, at4 p. M.*,,,* They have had considerable siokness in the Syracusecongregation. Elder John McClure was quitesiok for several weeks, but is recovering slowly. Hiswife, Mrs. Hannah McClure, has been afflicted withheart trouble for months past, and on Sabbath morning,April 16, while sweeping the floor,she fell dead.She waa ready and willing to go.*^* The week known in Christian Endeavor Circlesas self-denial week was observed by the Beaver FallsCovenanter Y. P. S. C. E. The sum of ($10) ten dollarswas lifted on Sabbath night at our prayermeeting,whioh same was sent to help on the work for whichonr late missionary Eev. E. J. Dodds has been solicitingaid. Although our congregation has divided, Iam glad to say our C. E. S. remains, as yet, undivided.Mas. M. MaxweiiIi.*n:* The young people of the Eehoboth, Iowa, C.E. S. have been endeavoring to work up a conventionof all the societies in Iowa Presbytery. In this theyhave received the approval of Presbytery at its recentmeeting, and they hope ere long their efforts will beBuccessful. They are earnest workers in the cause ofthe Master, and they think that meeting with theirbrethren in convention would tend to stimulate thezeal of all concerned.*„,* Eesolutions of Ladies' Missionary Society ofSuperior;It has pleased our Heavenly Father who doeth allthings well, to remove by death Dec. 24th, 1892, oursister and co-worker Mrs. Lida McConaughy, one ofthe original members of our Society, and Secretary ;from firstorganizing was a faithful and conscientiousattendant, being absent but onoe in three years. Thepast two years she was a constaut and patient sufferernot able to meet with us, yet remembered us in herdonations and her prayers.Besolved 1—That we bow meekly to His will, andpraise His name for the assurance we have that shehas passed from death to lite freed from suffering :where no ain is there is no suffering.Besolved 2—That we strive to emulate her devotionand faithfulness. In her quiet way she was everready to do her part in all our missionary work.Besolved 3—That we as a soeiety hear the Mastersaying to us, " What thy hand flndethto do, do withthy might." " The night cometh, be ye also ready."Besolved 4—That we extend our loving sympathyto the bereaved family. May they ever take consolationfrom the blessed assurance, " She is not dead butsleepeth." " Mbs. Crow,Mrs. Pa bks,Committee.Meb. McElhinnby,,1ANNUAL REPORTOf L. M. S. of New Castle Pa., for 1892.In looking back over another year of missionaryeffort, we see it marked by many encouraging signaas a year of great awakening among all denominationsin regard to mission work. The fact is being demonatrated,that the world ia to be won for Christ, by thechurch In our own churoh there has been a movingin the hearts of the people, and progress made inmany Imea of work. Good results are reported in allthe fields despite the continued persecution of theCHEISTIAN NATION volume 18.Turkish govarnment, and we hope the prophecy isbeing fulfllled, "The DevU comes down in greatwrath, knowing his time is short." Although Godhas dealt very strangely in prostrating and even removingby death some whom we deemed essential tothe good of the work, we can only bow and say," Thou art above, and we below.Thy will be done, and even so.For so it pleaseth thee ;"and pray and labor on, hoping the Lord wonld raiseup more laborers for his work. As a Socieiy we havecause for gratitude. Twelve regular meetings, onecalled and one public meeting have been held. Theattendance has been above the average for severalyears, tho membership being about thirty, and averageattendance eleven. Our meetings have been fullof interest and very spiritual. Four new names havebeen added to the roll, three aotive, and one honorary,the latter a native of Syria, Sanfey Aley. Fournames have been removed from the roll. Mrs. Laird,by removal; Mrs. Laura Speer having gone to Denveron account of her husband's health; one by marriage,and one Mrs. M. E. Pattison, by death; having sufferedmany months as a jewel being burnished for theMaster's crown.Good work has bean done by the visiting eommitteeappointed monthly, from six to ten visits having beenmade each month to needy ones. In addition to theregular work, our society undertook a scheme to raisefunds toward the erection of a new churoh. We entertainedthe state W. C. T. U., Convention one day,and cleared eighty dollars; also arranged an entertainmentfor the same, and made eight dollars.A barrel of clothing, papers and toys was forwardedto the Selma mission, and a kind letter received in returnfrom Mr. Mclsaaca. Letters were read in sooietyfrom time to time, from friends in the fleld. One ofour members. Miss Minnie Speer, labored for eightmonths in the Selma mission. We also heard oftenfrom brother and sister Stewart m Latakia. Suchcorrespondence serves to keep up the interest in thework abroad, and also stimulate to greater diligenceat home. We look forward to even a more fruitfulyear to come. The following is the Treasurer's reportfor 1892.Receipts.From dues of memhers, $49.40; From donations frommembers, 7.50 ; A gift for Rev. J. S Stewart, 5.00 ;From Clifton Mission, S.S. For Foreign Mission 2,50 ;From entertaining W. C. T. U. State Convention 80.-00 ; From entertainment by society, 8.00 ; Barrelclothing for Southern Mission, 18.00; Other extras3.J7 ; Total, 173.67; plus balance from 1891, 79o$174.46.Disbursements.To Indian Mission, $20.00; To Southern Mission12.00; To Southern Mission barrel clothing, 18.00;Freight on barrels, 1.43; To Foreign Mission, 27.-50; Chinese Misaion, 12.00; Banner for Anniversary,2.50; To Building Fund, 80.00; Sundries,29c ; Total, $173.72.Mrs. Margahkt Pattison, Pres.Mbs. Matilda Stbwabt MoClbiiLAnd, Secy.Mrs, Kate Leslie, Ireas.TVe recognize witn mncli pleaBnre tbat tlte" CllTiatian Nation," Ne'w York, has formally acceptedand l8 faithfully apliolding: the trne hietoricposition ofthe Covenanter Church; and Synod, realizingthe urgent need at this time of a Uve 'weeklychurch paper, heartily commends the " ChristianNation'' to the patronage and support of tbe membersof the church.—Ac( of S. P. Si/nod in Piitsbttrgh,Pa., June 10,1891.SECRETARY'S REPORTOf New Castle Sabbath School for 1892.During the year there were 145 scholars enrolled,the average attendance being 88. Sixteen teachersenrolled and thirteen classea. 6269 verses were memorized.Helpa and literature used in the sohool wereas follows: Christian Nation, 20 copies. SabbathBeading, 30 copies ; Temperance Banner, 25 copies ;Young Crusader, 25 copies ; Olive Plants, 30 copies;Bible leaoher, 12 copies ; t^arterlies, 70. Many ofthe papers are returned and aent to do good work insome other fleld.The superintendent i« making an effort to have allSabbath School scholars use Bibles in class, leavinghelps at home as the teachers do. Interesting talkswere given by different ministers who have preachedfor us and others. Owing to the diatanee our superintendentand many teachers have to come, we haveno regular teachers' meeting at present which is agreat loss. One was conducted for several months,We have missed the presence of a pastor to help andencourage us ; but still have been cheered by the interestand harmony that have been manifested, andbegin a new year with renewed earnestness, knowingthat our labor hag not been in vain.Supt. Mes. M. S. Gibson,Seo'y H. Ellen Stewabt.Report of Treasurer for 1892.Cash on hand Jan. lst, $46.21. Collection |115.70jPrivate contributions, Seattle, $11.75. Total Eeceipts$173.66.Appbopbiations.Industrial School, Latakia, $25.00; Seattle building,fund, $50.00 ; Mr. Leggitt, of Sonthern Mission,$25.00 ; expense of sohool, $47.00. Deo. 31st, Totalpayments $147.00. Balance $26.66.Treas. Maggie Pattison.IOWA PRESBYTERY.The Iowa Presbytery of the E. P. Church met atMorning Sun on Tuesday evening April llth. Theopening sermon was preached by the Moderator's alternate,Eev. Wm. Littlejohn founded on Acta •. 20,at 7.30 p. M. Presbytery held three sessions onWednesday, attending to matters of business comingbefore the court; also holding conferences on the followingtopics : The office and work ofthe ruling elderat 11 . M., opened by the elder from Sharon. At2.30 p. M., the topic was. Why we oppose secret societies,by Eev. J. H. Black. The discussion was followedby : exegesis and application of 1 Cor. 16 : 2 byEev. Isaiah Faris. At the evening session the followingtopics were discussed : Political dissent historicallyconsidered, by Eev. T. P. Eobb ; The relativeimportance of the Home Mission work, by Eev. G. B.McBurney. The call from North Cedar was presentedto Eev. Wm. Littlejohn, of Lind Grove, and accepted.A paper, which by an oversight was not presented toPresbytery, was signed by most of the Lind Grovemembers expressing a desire that Mr Littlejohn shouldremain as their pastor. Dr. TrumbuU led in prayerwhereby the pastoral tie was dissolved, and Eev J. A.Black was appointed to preach the pnlpit vacant onthe first Sabbath of May. With tender and lovingexpressions from the members of Presbytery Bro.Littlejohn was certified to Kansas Presbytery. Atrequest of the session and Mr. Littlejohn he was appointedstated supply till Synod. Eevs. T. P. Eobband W. Littlejohn were appointed to conduct communionin Washington, la., on th« firstSabbath ofMay, and moderate in a call on the Monday following.The absence of three ministerial brethren was verymuch felt, and yet the meeting was a good and profltableone. The congregation of Eound Prairie wasdiaorganized. *Statistical blanks are in the hands of all pastorsor sessions. Eeturn them to me by the firstof May.I will make up the report of Prebbytery and senditto Synod's Committee on time. Congregations notreporting to me on time will b«L estimated on lastyear's report.T. P. Eobb, aerk.