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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Washington, D. C. · Oct 2, 1913

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 90, No. 40.

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Walla Walla College

By E. C. Kellogg

WALLA WALLA COLLEGE opened this year under favorable circumstances and with prospects for a very successful year. The attendance has considerably increased over last year. The faculty is strong and well organized, and the students are young men and young women with a purpose to do their best in the work of the message. Though due attention is given to the social side of life, the industrial lines are strongly encouraged, and thoroughness is cultivated in the various branches of study, yet the spiritual interests are made first. An excellent devotional meeting was held the first Friday evening after the school opened. The chapel was well filled with students, and some friends from the village. Some way these Friday evening meetings are always the best. Every one was blessed with the presence and help of the Holy Spirit. A Bible lesson was presented on the subjects of prayer, Bible study, avoiding criticism, and patience. A beautiful card in blue and gold had been prepared at the printery, containing the following:—
With divine favor and aid, I purpose that this year shall be one of: Prayer, I Kings 8: 27-30, 38-40; Heb. 4: 14-16; Bible study, Matt. 4: 3, 4; Acts 20: 32; Freedom from criticism, Rev. 12: 9, 10; Jude 9; Patience, James 1: 2-4; Rev. 14: 12. Signed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When this was presented, all who would join in the plan were asked to stand, and so far as could be seen from the rostrum every one arose. Following that a call was made for such to stand as felt they needed special help and desired the prayers of their associates for a successful Christian life. About twenty responded to this call. Earnest prayer was offered by Elder O. A. Johnson, and as those present left the room a card was given to each one, to be signed and kept as a remembrance of the purpose expressed. It is the general feeling that this year will be the best in the history of the school.
E. C. KELLOGG.