Dodge Co., Minn by H. F. Phelps

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

Dodge Co., Minn.

By H. F. Phelps

I WILL now give a summary of what I have done up to this time, as our labors are now closed at the stone school-house.

The heading of our last report should have been as above, and not Goodhue Co. About the time of our last report, Bro. Ellis decided it was best for him, in order to gain experience, to try a new field. So he left, while I remained to do what little I could, in poor health, visiting and praying with the people, holding meetings, &c. Remained two weeks. During this time the work seemed to deepen in those who had started. Much prejudice has been removed. Others seem convinced, but are waiting for a convenient season. The last Sabbath I spent with them was a good day. One more, a young man, made a good start. Last summer there were none in this neighborhood, now there are nine heads of families keeping the Sabbath. These, with four others near by, and as many children, who take hold in their meetings, Sabbath-school and Bible-class, may make things quite interesting if all do their duty. Have sold twelve or fourteen dollars’ worth of books, and given away some. Sent twelve six months’ subscribers, one yearly, for the REVIEW, and five subscribers for the Instructor. Besides, last fall, I sent forty trial trip subscribers for Reformer, having obtained them in about two days. I now join Bro. Ellis in Kenyon, Goodhue Co., where quite an interest is manifested. What the result of these meetings will be we cannot yet tell.

We are now right in the critical point. Several are convinced. One has made a start. We will try to do what we can; but God must give the increase. Brethren, will you remember us in your prayers. We will try to get nearer to the Lord. We hunger and thirst after righteousness. We must be filled. We see many mistakes during the past, but will try to improve. May God give us grace and strength.

H. F. PHELPS.