Orleans independent standard. [volume] (Irasburgh, Vt.) 1856-1871, 1857-07-24
BIHE8g 8E 23f4E LETTERS.

Aaeq-Gratefu that though subjects of different govern
may unite under the boodaned banner of the
Record the ahfuness of God and lament their
GOODNESS Bro Norcoss held evening meetings during the
last wnerwee strengthened and there degree of er
business manifested by the young but the Judgment day will
reveal its effects. Have preaching half the time The
monthly concert and weekly prayer meeting kept up Are
grieVed to report the same number as last year.
PanstonA feeble band beg be received into the Asso
caon believing win add not only their prosperity but
the interest of the Redeemer kingdom Six of their number
bapsed the last Sabbath They pray for the head Of the
church to preside over deliberations.
Brke-Refer the pleasant session of the Association with
them last year. Have desire for the prosperity of the cause
of Christ at home and abroad Some mercy drops have falen
and few in the morning life have found the Savior precious
Peace and union still prevail Have stated preaching weekly
prayer meeting, and an interesting Sabbath School,
DerJ-n September last secured the labors of L. Kinney
pastor Have preaching the Sabbath; social meetings
Saturday and Sabbath evenings Have commenced revision
of their church rolls find than half of their number not
only live out of town. but do with them Hope that
the set time to favor Zion may
Eon-Have anticipated this day with no ordinary interest
Are thankful the Father of all mercies for permitting them
to welcome the Association to this end Of the earth Desire
the rich blessing of Gods grace during this meeting Have
preaching regularly though general revival
had many refreshing seasons Some of their number have
fallen asleep; the they hope are striving to grow in grace
Have fourishng Sabbath School,
RarocE-Are in discouraging circumstances Their former
pastor Rev. S. Smith, closed his labors with them June h and
they left sheep without shepherd of interest
IN and an unwngness to sacrifice for the cause of Christ
brethren pray for them Have been repairing their house.
not finished for want of funds.
hasbgh-Have preaching half the time; hope be able
receive preaching all the time Ask for prayers that they
may be strong serving the Lord.
LoeH-In May, 1856, secured the abors of Bro A. J.
Walker who is still with them. The church united in
Christian love meetings well attended Have had omens
Of good; still in very low state.
NepoThe past year has been of special interest,"
Of than ordinary Encouragement Speak of
much of the spirit of the world in their hearts Their PASTOR
H. N Hovey breaches half the time. Meetings except
Sabbath and the Covenant meetings sustained Have
of their number by DEATH sister Dagget who with her hus
band were pioneers in the town, and in the church.
PassampSic-(An informal report) Have been favored
with the Of grace during the year. Have lived peace
and prosperity although there has been general turning
the Lord Wish they prospered more but do COM
plain.
North TIOy-Covenant prayer and public meetings. are
well attended and interesting Have good Sabbath School
Preaching half the time Feel interest in the pro-
gesS of the world and wish labor for the triumph truth
over