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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Dec 31, 1908

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 85, No. 53.

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A Worthy Institution

By Mary A. Moesmer

Will you kindly give a little space for me to say a few words to the readers of the REVIEW? I have been a reader of its columns for many years. I am nearly eighty-two years old, but am still trying to do a little good. I have come to the Toluca Orphans' Home to assist in sewing, making clothing for the children. I had an accident nearly five years ago, and now have to use crutches to get around, but I feel so thankful that my health is good, and I have an opportunity to do something for my Heavenly Father, whom I have tried to serve these many years; for he has said, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” I am glad to be able to help here in this home, which I had heard so much about. The half has never been told, but seeing with my own eyes is believing. It does my soul good to see these children from different families live together so harmoniously, forming a Christian character. I feel that it is a work that many of our people could enjoy. I have been acquainted with Elder D. T. Shireman many years; he is not able to work any more as in bygone days, and his means is limited, but I believe the Lord, whom he and his wife have served so many years, will impress the minds of many to assist him in his noble work. If you can not take the poor into your own house, or make a home for the homeless, you can assist those who are doing this work, and thus become a partaker of the blessing promised. I hope to hear from some of my home church-members at Mount Vernon, Ohio. Be assured that all donations sent to Elder Shireman will be used to the glory of God. His address is Toluca, N. C.
MARY A. MOESMER.