Report of a Conference
By Editor
Bro. J. Lindsey of Melbourne, (C. E.) informs us that the Review and Herald has not been received there since No. 8. We have sent it regularly, and shall send No. 13, and a few of the back Numbers. Bro. N. A. H. The paper is regularly sent to J. B. Bishop, and J. Ward, Dudswell, (C. E.) and the money is receipted in No. 9. DEAR BROTHER WHITE:—We have recently been favored with a precious season of waiting on the Lord, in Conference. A goodly number of believers were present. The Lord was better to us than our fears. He condescended to grace with his own especial presence, the very first of the meeting, and was with us quite to the close. Brethren Hollis, Baker and Wheeler were present. The saving truths of the third angel’s message, our past experience and present position, were clearly presented. We think it might almost be said, that on the holy Sabbath perfect union prevailed. A deep sense of the needed preparation seemed to possess each mind, and a willingness to move forward in the fear of God, was sweetly manifested. Truly, He was glorified in his saints. On the first day several came in to hear for themselves. A conviction of the truth was evidently felt. Some surprise was expressed to find the word preached so differently from the representations of it, by those who have the folly to judge a matter before they hear it. Our hearts are greatly encouraged concerning the dear tried ones in the region roundabout. We are confident in the Lord that the favor of this meeting will continue until our Great High Priest finishes the work now progressing in the hearts of his people. Three precious youth, who give good evidence that they not only love the coming kingdom, but “the way” to it, were baptized.—Others wept freely: Praise God for what he is doing for the children. The desire of our hearts is, that they may all be perfected in his truth and love, and be counted worthy to escape the things that are coming on the earth.” We do feel, as expressed by brother Dan’l Philips, that “this message will go, for God is in it.” Blessed be the Lord, we are no longer alone in this vicinity; but have stated meetings every Sabbath. We hope to be favored with the labors of those of like precious faith, who may find it convenient to call on us. East Bethel, May 28, 1851, F. M. SHIMPER. LETTERS RECEIVED SINCE JUNE 4.—J. N. Andrews 2; S. W. Rhodes 2; David Arnold; S. T. Belden; S. R. Burgess; F. M. Shimper 2; H. O. Nichols; E. Harmon; J. Lindsey. RECEIPTS.—Albert Belden $5; Mary B. Cady $3; T. B. Mead, Josiah Hart, $2, each; John Jones 50 cents.