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S. D. A. Missionary Society · Oakland, California · May 26, 1881

FromThe Signs of the Times, Vol. 7, No. 20

GLEANINGS

Nebraska, Silver Creek.—April 28, Bro. A. J. Cudney writes: “There was a church organized at this place the 18th, consisting of eleven members. Nine were baptized. More will unite soon. A church was organized at Columbus, the 23d, consisting of fourteen members. Thirteen were baptized.”

Michigan, Hartwick, Osceola Co.—Bro. D. A. Wellman writes, May 5: “April 23 and 24 the Disciple minister spoke against us on the law, Sabbath, and state of the dead. We reviewed his discourses, and the result has been favorable for the cause. I have since baptized twelve, and organized a church of thirteen members. May God bless these brethren, that they may be an honor to his cause and make sure work in overcoming.”

Cedar Dale, Sanilac Co.—Bro. Albert Weeks writes: “The organization of the church at this place was completed yesterday by Eld. R. J. Lawrence. The church consists of thirteen members. An elder and a deacon were ordained, and two persons were baptized. Others were received on their former baptism. This is the first Seventh-day Adventist church organized in this county, and we know of but two others who are keeping the Sabbath here. We hope and pray that this little church will be as a city set on a hill, that cannot be hid,—a light that will attract others to the truth of God.”

Missouri, Union Point.—Eld. J. G. Wood reports: “We have just held a two-days’ meeting with this church, about eight miles from the Point, at Flat Rock, where we have held meetings occasionally for about a year. Here we also met strong opposition last July. Nevertheless, the truth has been steadily gaining ground. Upon receiving baptism, seven united with the church, six of whom were heads of families. Others are interested, for whom we feel hopeful.”

Kansas, Alta.—April 25, Bro. G. H. Rogers writes: “God has abundantly blessed the word spoken here, and made it quick and powerful. Many who had been backslidden, rejoice in a new hope; some who had given up to despair, now trust in God; and the influence of the Holy Spirit sweetens the prayer and conference meetings. Five more have accepted the sure covenant, and the company now numbers twenty-six. About $25 worth of books have been sold, and $35 worth of periodicals taken. Weekly prayer-meetings have been established, and a Sabbath-school of forty members has been organized. The lessons in the Instructor are used. They have a good tract society. Teetotal temperance principles have been adopted. Some who have not embraced the truth are almost persuaded.”