North Dakota by G. F. Haffner

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Apr 30, 1914

North Dakota

By G. F. Haffner

Lehr.—Elder J. H. Seibel and I began meetings at this place on February 26 and continued until March 29. The Lord greatly blessed in the presentation of his truth, and quite an interest was awakened. The schoolhouse was at times too small, so we were allowed the use of one of the church buildings for a few meetings. But when the leaders saw there was danger that

they might lose some members, they refused us any further use of the church, and began to work against us.

Finally some decided to obey, and three families were disfellowshipped for making this decision. The good work went on. Soon another church trial was appointed by the pastor of this church, and six other families were disfellowshipped because of their determination to keep the commandments of God. One brother stood up six times in his church and asked whether the ten commandments were abolished, but neither the minister nor any one else answered his question. They called him down, passed on his case, and told him to leave the church, which he did.

Ten families and two sisters were brought into the truth as a result of this effort, and quite a number besides are about ready to take their stand.

We organized these persons into a company of twenty-five members, and opened a Sabbath school with thirty-five members. Elder Seibel was called home one week before the meeting closed, but the brethren took hold and helped. We left them of good courage, praising the Lord for the precious light which they have received. We believe that there will be a strong church in this place in the near future.

G. F. Haffner.