Indiana Labors: Owen, Henry, and Miami Counties
By S. H. Lane
SINCE my last report, have labored as follows:— March 25–31, held meetings in Owen County. Sabbath, the 27th, was a good day for the brethren and sisters at Spencer. The Spirit of the Lord was present, and we felt much strengthened to press on in the work of overcoming. The evening of the 29th, spoke at the house of Bro. Wilson, five miles south of Spencer. The attendance was large. Three years ago, I gave a few discourses in the neighborhood, and although there were but two who embraced the truth, yet the seed was sown, and now six are rejoicing in the whole truth. They have had no labor bestowed on them since the first, yet seem firm. April 1–8, labored with the church in Mechanicsburg in Henry County. Held eleven meetings. The turnout was large, and at times the large meeting-house was crowded. The church seemed much encouraged. Some who have been much interested are taking their stand to live out the truth. Celebrated the ordinances, and one was taken into the church. The Lord is blessing this church. April 9–11, held meetings with the church at Bunker Hill in Miami County. The Methodists kindly granted us the use of their house of worship. Held nine meetings. Baptized eight. The scene at the water’s edge was one long to be remembered. Some three hundred were present. As one after another was buried with their Lord in baptism, his Spirit seemed to be present. Sunday night at our last meeting, the house could not hold the people, and some returned home. Some four hundred were present. Nearly a score of brethren and sisters came from Howard Co., to attend the meeting. Celebrated the ordinances for the first time with this newly organized church. April 12–14, gave three discourses four miles south of Rochester in Fulton County. Some have become interested through the labors of Bro. Sharp. Some good has been accomplished by his efforts. April 15–18, with the church at North Liberty, St. Joseph County. Held seven meetings. Brethren and sisters came in from Rochester, Bourbon, and Plymouth. The meetings were well attended considering the very stormy weather. Here also we celebrated the ordinances of the Lord’s house. At the close of the meetings we all felt as though the Lord had blessed. The cause of present truth is truly onward in this new field. There seem to be many honest hearts who will embrace the truth as soon as they have an opportunity to hear it.