ILLINOIS by G. W. Colcord

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jan 24, 1878

ILLINOIS

By G. W. Colcord

Coleta.—On Wednesday eve of last week I spoke to a few of our friends near Coleta; and afterwards considered some points of business. Dist. No. 11 donates, this quarter, more than $40. I hope this part of the State will continue to work and sacrifice, and thus grow.

Aledo.—Last Sabbath eve I had the privilege of listening to a discourse delivered to the Aledo church, by Eld. Haskell. He labored for the good of this church, early and late, till Tuesday morning. Should all the members pay strict heed to the instructions given, this church will grow in experience, numbers, and influence. Some, I fear, fail to become inspired with the spirit of this message—a spirit of sacrifice. However, something was accomplished. The club for the SIGNS was raised to sixty-two; three sisters were appointed as a vigilant committee; and more than $60 were paid in to the tent fund. Friends at A., do not allow Satan to lull you to sleep; but, as you may, overcome and be saved.

Princeville.—Bro. Haskell and I held meetings here two evenings and the intervening day. There was not all accomplished at this place that we had hoped to witness; nevertheless I feel confident that lasting good was done for the cause. A little more than one year ago this church was almost disheartened; they planned to sell the meeting-house, if all could be agreed. But now we have a membership of about fifty. Their S. B. pledge, we hope, when all will have promised, will be, for 1878, $275. Those present advanced about $25 over last year. They also voted in favor of the one-third for their tract society. They all say that they believe in a strict tithing system. They honorably redeem their pledges. But I am forced to acknowledge that they learn too tardily how to work in the tract enterprise. Come, Princeville friends, “wide awake!” for rest will soon be given. G. W. Colcord. Aurora, Ill., Jan. 17, 1878.