TO THE PENNSYLVANIA S. S. ASSOCIATION.
By Anna M. Oyer
That during the past few months there has been a mighty movement in the Sabbath-school work among us, we are all aware, and none can doubt that the Spirit of God has prompted it. Are we as an Association taking hold of this work as we should, earnestly, heartily? Or are we doing it “negligently”? We are warned by multiplying evidences that “the great day of the Lord is near, it is near, and hasteth greatly;” and he has given us this work for the sake of the young. These truths, so precious to us of mature minds, have not always been presented to the children in the best way. But now God calls upon us to make special effort for them, and he will work with us. Will not every company of Sabbath-keepers in this Association do its duty in this direction? If you have not an organized school, elect a superintendent and secretary immediately, and keep a record of attendance. If there are any young persons, have a special class for them; they will feel more at ease and be more likely to become7interested. Do not let even one child sit uncared for in a corner, while the older ones discuss subjects beyond his comprehension. Take a club of the Instructor. Let the children have simple lessons adapted to their minds, and the best teacher to talk it over with them. Then let them invite in the neighbor’s children to help enjoy it, and get a paper to take home. Don’t be afraid of taking too many Instructors. Much good may in this way be done to those whom no other means would reach. Brethren and sisters, we are responsible to the Lord for this work; and if we consider it a small thing, remember that “he that is faithful in that which is least, is faithful also in much,” Luke 16: 10; and it is the servant who is faithful over a few things that will, in the day of rewards, be made ruler over many things, and enter into the joy of his Lord. East Otto, Catt. Co., N. Y.