Visit to Boston by John Nevins Andrews

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Mar 21, 1871

Visit to Boston.

By John Nevins Andrews

In consequence of the feeble health of Bro. and sister White, they decided that it was not consistent for them to attempt to fill their recent appointment for Boston. That the friends there should not be too much disappointed, it seemed best that some one should go in their stead. And as no other one could consistently do this but myself, the lot fell to me.

The few days which I have spent in Boston have been days of much interest to me. Our meetings were characterized by solemnity and interest, and the presence of the Spirit of God. The word of God seemed to take hold upon the people. My own spirit was refreshed, and I trust that others were encouraged also. Bro. Haskell rendered efficient service in preaching the word. Bro. Crandall also aided in the services of the meetings.

There seems to be a good degree of interest with our brethren to help in the work of sustaining meetings in Boston, and of helping forward the cause of truth. Some, indeed, have become separated in their feelings from the body. But we think this, with a part at least, is the result of misunderstanding which we trust will not always continue. There seems to be an ear to hear with those who are not identified with the truths which we cherish. I hope in a few weeks to return to Boston to labor there for a season in connection with the preparation of the Sabbath History. J. N. ANDREWS.