Ohio Church Visits: Mendon, Gilboa, and Parkman
Mendon.—I was with this church from Thursday night till Sunday night, May 9–12. The outside attendance was good, and much interest was manifested, especially in the last two meetings. The church seemed edified, but all were not present. For a long time they have had no Sabbath-school, and meeting but once in two weeks. Henceforth we expect they will meet every Sabbath, and no longer neglect the study of the Holy Scriptures in the capacity of a Sabbath-school. Gilboa.—Spent two days, the 14th and 15th, with this church. Spoke each evening to the public. There is an ear to hear in this section, and the brethren are anxious for a course of lectures. Meetings for the church were held each day, to great profit. A Sabbath-school was organized, and S. S. arranged for 1878, amounting to something over $100. Others will increase the pledge. As there is a willingness to pledge, may there be a promptness to pay. May 4, I visited the company of believers at Locust Point. Held meetings over two Sabbaths and first-days. Baptized two, and appointed a clerk and S. S. treasurer. Many were convinced that we have the truth, and some more decided to obey. May God help others to decide for the truth. May 15, came to Parkman to meet Bro. Gates. Found that he had everything ready for pitching the tent; but on account of the cold weather we accepted the use of the Methodist meeting-house, which was freely offered us, and commenced our meetings on Friday evening, the 17 inst.