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Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Mar 19, 1901

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 78, No. 12.

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MISSOURI INSTITUTES

By G. Phillips

OUR institute at Springfield, Mo., began January 20, and continued two weeks. The Lord greatly blessed the work. The old, the middle-aged, and the youth were there, ready to respond: “Here am I; send me.” One man, who had preached for the Christian Church, was baptized, and now engages in the canvassing work. Elder Rees, president of the Missouri Conference, was present at the beginning of the institute, and gave much valuable instruction, for which we are indeed thankful. Elder Cruzan was in attendance during the entire time, and gave us many valuable lessons. The canvassers all went to their respective fields of labor full of hope and courage.
Our institute at Utica began February 6, and continued two weeks. Our hearts were made glad to see the interest manifested by the brethren and sisters of this place. Elder Rees was present, and his timely lessons were appreciated by all. Elder R. C. Porter gave us valuable instruction on the message for this time. Five persons gave their hearts to God, and united with this people. From the beginning the outside interest was good.
Twenty-five workers went out from these two institutes; and we feel sure that a good work will be done in Missouri this year. About thirty are at work in the State. All expressed themselves as having a greater burden for the work than ever before. We could place as many more in good territory; so come along, brethren and sisters, let us go up and possess the land; for we are able. Only be strong and of good courage. Read Isa. 41: 10-13. If you desire to canvass in Missouri, please write to Brother F. L. Linnecek, Utica, Mo. He is the State agent and a successful canvasser, and will take pleasure in assisting you all that he can.
Please read Ps. 126:6; Eccl. 11: 4-6; and 9: 10. May the Lord help us, each to see his place, step in, fill it well, and at last hear that welcome “Well done.”
G. PHILLIPS.