p. 48 | Meetings in Iowa by M. E. Cornell

Publishing Committee · Battle Creek, Mich. · Jun 26, 1860

Meetings in Iowa.

By M. E. Cornell

BrO. SMITH: Since my last report we have had some interesting times. The truth is gaining ground here in spite of all opposition. Since the close of tent season last fall I have engaged in five set discussions, and reviewed eight sermons, and given one hundred and forty-nine lectures. Some of the testimony has had but little effect, but much of it has been blessed to the convincing of the honest, and a goodly number are rejoicing in the truth.

After moving the tent to Marion Bro. Brinkerhoof remained at Fairview and Anamosa one week, to confirm the believers, and attend to baptizing. Nine were buried in baptism.

Bro. B. then came on to Marion where he remained through the week, and occupied most of the time preaching on the law and Sabbath, and then was called home because of the ill health of his family. I felt very sorry to part with Bro. B., for I much needed his help. When I am alone with the tent I get no rest, and appear to be wearing out fast. But I do not complain, the cause is the Lord,s and it is safe to trust all in his hands.

After Bro. B. left it was thought best to tarry another week in Marion. Forty-nine voted to keep the Sabbath, and afterwards we heard of seven more that did not arise, when the vote was called. We asked those who knew of any testimony for the first day of the week to arise, but not one moved. Nine called for and received letters of dismissal from the Baptist church, and several others are resolved to do so soon.

At the baptism there was good order. It was remarked that they never saw so many people together in that place on such an occasion. Fourteen were baptized.

We expect to go next to Rome, but have not decided fully. Those who wish to write to us, can direct, till further notice, to Anamosa, Jones Co., Iowa.

M. E. CORNELL.