Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1857-10-27

WAsHISGroS, Ger. !3.-In the Synod to-day a re.
solution was offered, that the Synod Of Virginia are
opposed to the agitation of the slavery question IN
ecclesiastical bodies; that they have no sympathy
with either the Northern or Southern extremists on
the subject, and that they are opposed to political
preachers and preaching. The resolution was laid
on the table.
The following resolutions were offered
Resolved, That we have heard, with regret. that
the sentiments of the Declaration of independence
are opposed by some ministers, and that We regard
that national document as IN honor to the head and
heart of the srthor; and We believe it ought to be the
pride and glory of all Presbyteriaus, and of the
American people.
from her Territorial position, that she has a great
mission 10 perform in binding still stronger the cords
that hold together the union OF these United States,
earnestly deprecates all agitation of the slavery ques-
ton in ecclesiastical bodies.
The resolutions, after being discussed, were finally
a bled.
Previous to the resolutions being offered, Mr.. Dan
ford, from the committee on the minutes OF the Gen
eral Assembly, held at Cleveland in May, 1857, made
a report that they have examined the same up TO
pages l0l, l02, lob and l0i, and as it is impossible
for them TO concur with the views Their Gin expressed,
and which the members of this Synod are expected
10 carry out in the administration of the affairs OF
our Churches, We are, therefore, left 10 the alternative
of dissolving our connection with the General Assem-.
bly; ard the committed accordingly recommend that
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connection with the General Assembly Of the Presby.
terrain Church in the United States, which held is
session in Cleveland in May, 1857. In recommend.
ing this course to the Synod, We believe We are *.
prcs.ir. the entiment Of the great majority Of our
CHURCHES, deliberately formed. after the most ample
discussion, and when all means of reconciliation and
efforts Tor united action have been expended.
While we take this ground with a firm trust in the
Justice Of our principles, and ali unalterable reliance
on the gracious support of this Great Head of the
Church. " do it also with undated affection fpr our
brethren in the Lord, who have compelled us TO sepa.
rate from them, and on whom We would invoke the
choices. benediction of our Common Father.
After the previous resolutions had been tabled,
Rev. NJ. Newlin, the President of Delaware College,
offered the following substitute for the report Of the
Committee
Whereas, il has been The rule of this Synod to ap.
point q Committee on the Minutes Of the General
Assembly, TO report on such matters rs may require
our attention, and, whereas, the action of the Assem-
bly, on certain subjects was the occasion Of much dis
cussion and difference of opinion, be it
Resolved, That the said Commute be excused from
reporting on the Minutes, and that we reserve any
definite action till the next Synodicsl meeting.
a long and warm discussion ensued-pending which
the Synod adjourned.
The Synod re.assembled at 5 O'Clock this evening.
The debate was resumed on Mr.. Newlin's substitute.
Much feeling and warmth prevailed. The question
on the substitute will be taken tonight: but there
ia now little doubt that the report Of the Committee
will be accepted, and the connection severed-the
District Presbytery going with the South, and form
ing a new Assembly.
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