Boston Church Communion Service Held at Stratton Home
By M. Wood
At the commencement of last Sabbath, March 29, the S. D. A. church of Boston assembled at the house of Bro. H. B. Stratton for the purpose of communing with God, and to commemorate the death, burial, and resurrection, of their blessed Lord. It was a ceremony in its character solemn and affecting, reminding the saints of their relationship to their Heavenly Father, of what Christ had done and suffered in behalf of sinful man, and what he would do for all them that love him and keep his commandments. All present appeared to be lifted above the things of earth, and to hold sweet communion with Jesus while they sang forth praises to God in the highest. And in our communion with the Holy Spirit and with one another, there was that flow of spirit and brotherly love manifested between the brethren which is well-pleasing to God and a distinguishing feature of God’s peculiar people. There was a general renewing of covenant vows, and heartfelt desires for a closer walk with God were expressed. The meeting was one of the most thrilling, solemn, softening, melting seasons of religious worship I ever attended. Bro Prescott, who officiated, enjoyed much freedom in the Lord, and spoke words of good cheer to encourage us on in our pilgrimage Zionward. Sister Temple rendered efficient aid to the younger sisters, while all hearts and voices united in singing praises to God, and honor to him that is to come and take the government upon his shoulders. M. Wood.