p. 22 | Indiana by S. H. Lane

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jul 1, 1873

Indiana.

By S. H. Lane

Soon after the last General Conference, I left my home in Michigan to labor in this State. Sabbath and first-day, April 5 and 6, met with the church at North Liberty, St. Joseph Co. There are a few faithful ones in this church who are still trying to live out the truth. The meetings were of an encouraging nature, and we experienced the blessing of the Lord. While in the county, spoke several times in our church house at that point. The inhabitants of the village turned out well, and gave the best of attention to the word spoken. Some interest to hear further was manifested.

April 7, commenced a course of lectures in a school district, two miles east of North Liberty. Spent about five weeks in the district. Although the roads were almost impassable on account of the mud, the people came out each evening appointed for meetings, often filling the house. They became interested. Disposed of quite a quantity of publications. A few decided to obey God by keeping his commandments and the faith of Jesus. We held three Sabbath meetings with them. Several took a part in testifying their determination to live a Christian life. Since then, they have met with the church at North Liberty.

May 9, began labor in Howard Co., in the central part of the State. Spent a short time visiting the little bands of Sabbath-keepers at four different points. They have had but little labor bestowed on them for the past two years. We felt to rejoice that all, or nearly all, are still loving the cause of present truth.

Sabbath, May 31, was a good day for the church of Alto. We celebrated the ordinances of the Lord’s house. This was the first time this church ever enjoyed such a privilege. The Spirit of the Lord was present, and we enjoyed a precious season.

Tuesday, May 27, Bro. E. R. Jones came from Michigan to assist me during the tent season. Soon as a place was determined on, and circumstances would admit, we pitched the tent at Michigantown, Clinton Co. Commenced meetings evening after the Sabbath, June 7,—one hundred present the first meeting. Our congregations since then have ranged from one hundred to four hundred. The best of attention is given to the word spoken thus far. The people are very kind and friendly. We have given fourteen discourses. Have sold, already, quite a quantity of publications. Many are becoming much interested. We are looking anxiously forward for the result. We desire to be humble in the sight of the Lord, that he may make us instrumental in doing good in his cause. S. H. LANE.