MONTHLY MEETING AT PARMA.
By A. S. Hutchins
In company with Bro. and Sr. Van Horn, I had the privilege of attending this meeting last Sabbath. To me this was an occasion of interest, encouragement, and profit; and I doubt not that it was also to all present, who love the prosperity of God's people. At half-past 9, A. M., from forty to fifty brethren, sisters, and friends, from several different towns, met at Sandstone Creek, about three miles from Bro. Burwell's, for baptism; where Bro. Van Horn baptized five. Four of this number had but a few months since fully decided to give their hearts to God and go with his remnant people to Mt. Zion. The scene here, as these willing souls went forward in the pathway of obedience to the example of the blessed Saviour, was pleasant, peaceful, and long to be remembered. After this we held three meetings at the house of Bro. Burwell. In the first, Bro. Van Horn spoke, setting forth the inconceivable value of a treasure in Heaven, as contrasted with the honor, interests, and wealth, of this world, affectionately urging upon all the importance of taking the cross up daily, and following Jesus. In the second, I spoke briefly on the shortness of time and the importance of its proper use; after which nearly every one present gave a good testimony. In our next meeting, two were added to the church by vote, making seven received at this time, after which the ordinances were celebrated. My mind will ever revert to the visit at P. on this occasion with delight, and gratitude to the Lord, for the good meeting, the pleasing interview with Bro. Van Horn, and the visit with the brethren. Health Institute, May 8, 1868.