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A Visit to Jamaica

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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Oct 17, 1912

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 89, No. 42.

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A Visit to Jamaica

By D. E. BLAKE, M. D.

It was recently the writer’s privilege to visit Jamaica, his native land, after an absence of more than ten years. The occasion was an enjoyable one, particularly the meeting of parents and friends and acquaintances. Only those who have had such an experience can fully appreciate its pleasantness. There was one regrettable feature in it, however, and that was the calling away of many by death,—many who were strong and healthy, and who at the time of our parting little dreamed of death. One thing more than all others was pleasing and gratifying,—the return to a home which, though ten years ago it was sadly indifferent toward present truth, is now rejoicing in the third angel’s message, and from around the family altar songs of praise arise to the Lord.
Several friends within a radius of twenty miles were visited. Some of these have made splendid progress, and in all may be seen the genuineness of the foundation laid by the pioneer workers on the island. Those who accepted the truth in those early times are still faithful, and their testimonies ring with courage and hope. The work of Brother W. W. Eastman in this neighborhood deserves special mention because of the rich and lasting results attending it.
One section of the island has had a severe drought, and several of our brethren are suffering from want of food and water. I may mention especially the district of Newell, where Brother Luther Mullings labors. Amid all the trying circumstances, they are building a little church in which to worship.
On my return, I visited the headquarters of our work in Jamaica, and was pleased to notice the improvements that have been made and are being made in Kingston. The beautiful church building, in one of the best parts of the city, does credit to the work there. The president of the conference, Elder D. E. Wellman, with a few faithful workers, is starting treatment-rooms, and already a good beginning has been made. This will greatly strengthen the work of the message in that important West Indian city. Brother Wellman reports progress in other parts of the field. May the Lord bless the work in this island.
D. E. BLAKE, M. D.