p. 110 | Conference at Catlin, N. Y

Publishing Committee · ROCHESTER, N. Y. · Apr 25, 1854

Conference at Catlin, N. Y.

By W. S. Ingraham; A. S. Hutchins

Our meetings at this place, on the 15th, and 16th, inst., were attended by but few except the brethren and sisters. Such was the traveling, that we could expect none from a distance, only those of “like precious faith,” whom we were glad to meet.

Most of the little band of Sabbath-keepers in this vicinity, appear desirous of a deeper work of grace in the heart, and of becoming more like our blessed Saviour. But others it is to be feared are neglecting too much the preparation of heart requisite to stand in the day of wrath. It has been a source of sore grief to us that some in this vicinity, who have been established in the Sabbath truth for years, should deeply wound the feelings of their dear brethren, and impede the cause of God, by acting the part of “busy bodies, speaking things which they ought not” and neglecting to “bridle the tongue.”

Our fervent prayer is that they may remember the instruction of James i, 26. and hereafter when they speak, seek to find out “acceptable words.” More fervent prayer and less talk, will have a tendency to unite and strengthen the little band in Catlin and Dix. May the Lord give each of these dear brethren the “wisdom that is from above.”

W. S. INGRAHAM. A. S. HUTCHINS.

Catlin, April, 19th, 1854.