Florida by J. W. Manns

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Mar 18, 1909

Florida

By J. W. Manns

JACKSONVILLE.—I came here in November, 1908, for the purpose of conducting a series of tent-meetings. I found it difficult to secure a location for my tent, hence I began a series of meetings in a hall. Meetings were held every night for three weeks, with fairly good attendance. As the work is fast closing in the South, with so many thousands still in darkness, hungering and thirsting for the precious truth, we realize that the work must be carried on earnestly and rapidly. Because of the holidays, it was necessary to close our meetings in the hall for a few nights, but we continued to hold Bible readings from house to house. On January 1 the Lord opened the way, and we secured a very desirable location for the tent. We began a series of meetings, with good interest and fair attendance. We are thankful to say four new Sabbath-keepers have been added to our number, and are rejoicing in the blessed truth.

We are thankful to the Lord for the success and victory he has given. Our little company here is much encouraged, and greatly desire to have a house of worship. They are making an effort to erect a church building. Some here are hungering for the bread of life. May the Lord help us to arouse to the needs of the work here. We are now moving to another part of the city, and hope to be able to increase the attendance. I believe that with this special effort, we will be able to accomplish a good work and bring more into the knowledge of the blessed truth. I hope to see others added to our little number soon. I desire the prayers of the dear brethren and sisters for success in the work here.

J. W. MANNS.