The Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1837-1867, 1838-08-14
NHNSCEElEIANE G us.

count of Gen. Jackson's admission to the Pres-
byterian Church may be OF interest to most OF
our readers; but there will be many who cannon
ioin IN the audatory remarks in reference 10 ms
character as politician, though none may ques-
ton his generalshp. He has doubtless found
prolific themes for reflection, founded on his
eyentful career, since retiring from public life,
and if his reflections have led him to sincere re-
pentance there will be none who will not re-
joce. 1t is said the General, among other er-
rors has renowned Van Buren, as unfit for Pres
ident.
From the American Presbyterian.
The Sacrament near the Hermitage Agreeube
to the notice previously given, the Senior Editor
of this paper together with the Rev. Mr. Smith,
administered the Sacrament of of the Lords
Supper, last Sabbath, in the church near the Her
mitage.
The church is known on our Presbyterian re
cords by the name of Ephesus and was erected
many years since on the domain appertaning to
the Hermitage, principally by its venerable pro-
prietor, the Ex-President of the United States.
1t is beautifully located, and though not spacious,
or even finished, yet is it a delightful Summer
Temple, for the calm and pure worship OF the
Trune God. Sucl, at least, it seemed TO US, du
ring the services of the late solemnity ana espec
iaNy So when il became the abode OF the com
,n,,nion of redeemed spirits, around the table OF
their present Lord aud Saviour. While such
seasons are generally the most Joyous anu eieFa-
ted which believers can enjoy on earth, theone
to which we have alluded, afforded more than
ordinary interest, because among several interes
ting accessons to the church was numbered one,
peculiarIV inleresting-we mean the EX-Presl-
dent himself. To the Christian every spiritual
accession to the army of the living God is ground
of Joy, because every soul is of infinite value, u
in its redemption, the spiritual empire, ana con-
yNf bal IrDnf 'nI
tain of his salvation shall be augmented. Sun,
on account of the great amount of commanding
influence which distinguished individuals are ca
pahle of exercising in the cause OF religion when
ruly converte! to God-their conversion TO all
christians, cannot be otherwise than matter OF
far more than ordinary rejoicing. THIS, ire
spective of all other considerations, is calculated
TO yield uncommon qualification, to all who feel
interested in the kingdom OF Christ below, when
they learn that General Jackson has soemnly
consecrated hmsefto the promotion of its in
terests during the remainder of his days. 1t
may well be Imagined that the scene was thrill
ing, when this veteran in years, aud in the SER
vice OF his country, protested allegiance to the
Sovereign of all worlds and promised an eternal
fidelity 10 Him, who demands the homage OF all
created intelligence. How could it be otherwise!
a form of no common appearance for inspiring
veneration, was standing before the Assembly.
1t was the form of one, who had been long
known as amongst the most distinguished OF ms
countrys Generas-who had often perllled his
life in her defence, and who under God, had
achieved one ofthe most memorable victories
recorded in The annals of modern warfare. Nor
is this all. The same venerable form had filed,
us statesman the highest seat in the govern
ment OF his country, and had been clothed win
the highest civic honors which that country i'll
all its unequalled freedom and independence
could besoW.
He had passed through life ofmost eventful
L.,I &c hnrrtn ara
to the tomb ofhs beloved consort,-to the few
remaining friends of his former days-to some
of the surviving children of these friends, and in
their view was about TO pledge himself TO be-
come soldier in a new army, and to engage
in the performance of duties of higher impor-
tance, than ever commanded the attention of
earthly thrones or con!ederated states. And to
add, If possible to the impressiveness ofthe scene
the partner Of his adopted son, dear to him, in
deed, as daughter, together with beloved
niece, were also about to seal with him their
covenant, for the first time. to be the followers
of the Prince Of Peace. The whole of the pre-
paratory service was deeply interesting, but when
the time arrived for him and his relatives, and
friends to arise and take their seats at the table
of their assembled Redeemer scene of weeping
gratitude and Joy, seemed to perva6e the whole
congregation.
To see the aged veteran, whose head had
stood erect in battle and thro' scenes of fearful
bearing, bending that head in humble and ador-
ing reverence at the table Of his Divine Master,
while tears of penitepce and joy trickled down
his care worn cheek, was indeed spectacle of
most intense moral interest. No one, indeed,
could question the sincerity of his profession of
faith in the Son of God. The whole world &C.
quainted- with him, whether friends or foes, must
acknowledge that his lips have spoken, in all his
varied difficu !es, the meaning of his heart and
that his actions have always correspondent with
his sentiments
May God bless and uphold him in his last
days, and make them his most comfortable and
happy days. An when the time of his depart
ure shall arrive may he come to his grave not
only full Of years, but full of peace, JOY and holy
triumph.
In all real conversions to God, let us ever re-
member, that it is not by might or power, but by
my spirit saith the Lord" To his grace then be
all the glory.
IS. The health of the General has been
generally comfortable during this season.