San Francisco City Work by J. W. McCord

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jul 3, 1913

San Francisco City Work

By J. W. McCord

BROTHER FRIES and the writer, assisted by Brother and Sister Dickson, Brother and Sister Kuhns, and Sister Morrison, began work in San Francisco on February 16. Our meetings, which lasted ten weeks, recently closed. They have been indeed a precious season, for the Lord has been with us, and as workers we are much encouraged.

After considerable searching we finally rented a theater. Thus far forty-five precious souls have taken their stand for the truth, and a number are still in the valley of decision. Our expenses have been heavy, amounting to $404.01, but we rejoice to say that the donations have more than covered them, $412.38 having been contributed. Among the expenses were over fifty dollars’ worth of fixtures, which we shall take with us to another hall.

These results have been made possible through the blessing of the Lord, faithful and efficient work on the part of our workers, and cordial cooperation on the part of our churches. This is especially true of our singers, some of whom came a number of miles to help in the work.

This series has been unusually rich in the experience of new Sabbath-keepers. Two sisters, who were baptized three weeks ago, had lost track of each other for twenty-five years. They met in San Francisco during this series, both attending the services, and becoming Sabbath-keepers.

Brother Madrona and his wife were Roman Catholics, and were on their way to a moving-picture show when they saw our electric sign and came in. They soon became interested, and brought their sister. We baptized all three a few weeks ago. Brother Madrona’s first public testimony was as follows: “Thank God I have found that for which I have been seeking for twenty years.”

Brother Powys is an Australian, and was simply waiting in San Francisco until the next boat sailed for his home. In the meanwhile he attended the meetings, and became so interested that he allowed the vessel to depart without him. Now he is baptized, and will sail for his home in a few days. Brother Sanquest at one time was captain in the Salvation Army. He became dissatisfied and wandered from the Lord. Now both he and his wife are rejoicing in present truth.

These are samples of the jewels the Lord is helping us to gather in this city. To his holy name alone belong the praise and the glory. To us belongs the honor of being workers together with him. J. W. McCord.