The Portland daily press., 1875-04-19
SUNDAY SERVICES.

Inc cnurcneS were well attended yeSuoi""''
The morning was very pleasant, but the WIN
veered to the northeast towards noon, which
made people SILVER and say ill-natured things
about the climate of Maine.
CATHEDRAL OF THE IMMACULATE CoNCEfTloN'
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
was crowded yesterday on the occasion OF the
first sermon of Bishop elect Healy. AFTER
reading portion of the Gospel of st. John,
Bishop Healy said that it had been expected
that the conservation would take place to-day'
but the events in New York and Boston has
necessarily delayed the time, which could not
then be definitely announced, but OF which the
congregation would be apprised. He next re-
fer,ed to the diocese to which he had been sent
All that he could now say was that he intend
ed to give his strength and life to the congre-
cation. When be looked about him he was
astonished at the great work which his prede-
cessor. Bishop Bacon, had wrought In his
death the church had lost great prelate. He
asked prayers for the rest of the good mans
soul, and that on the day of conservation the
congregation would offer prayers that the
speaker might have grace, wisdom and strength
After these few Introductory remarks the
Bishop said that to-day was the festival of St.
Joseph, the patron saint of the universal
church; and he made his life and character the
subject of his DISCOURSE He remarked that
what the church teaches is sufficient for all be-
LEVERS; and in holding up the character of Jo-
seph as model, it had shown its wisdom. Of
the house of David, of royal blood, he was then
known only as humble carpenter, which
teaches us that God does not regard the acct
dents of birth or station. The humblest of the
descendants of David, he was distinguished
for his purity of character, and doubtless for
that cause selected by God to be the foster
father of the God-child Moreover, in the
character and history OF Joseph the church
teaches the sacredness of the marriage bond
and exhibits the model husband and father.
He cared for his family and was anxious for
the safety and well-being of its members. lie
was man of pure life; consequently ne was
an example to all fathers. His example could
not affect the son of God, but that OF the faith
ers present would tell upon their children, and
for it they were responsible.
In another view, Joseph was model OF the
good prelate. To the priesthood is consigned
the holy sacraments of the church. Persecu-
ton may destroy church edfices, may scatter
congregations; civil authority may impose
grievons burdens; but devoted priesthood
will preserve its sacraments and minister tnem
to Gods people. Joseph was the model OF the
faithful priest in that he guarded the body OF
the Lord and preserved the son of God from
His enemies. For His protection he faced all
dangers In his immaculate life ha W as an eX-
ample OF the consistent priest. >,
The wisdom of the church is apparent IN all
her DEGREES. All outside Of the church Is fallr
ing into doubt and disbelief. Those outside OF
the church but claiming to be Christians not
only question the plain teaching OF the future
punishment of the ungody, but large part OF
them scout the doctrine of the incarnation OF
the Son of God. The Unitarians and the Epis-
flp nj in nractic1llV mil
lifYng the teachings of Jesus as did the Pharl-
sees and Sadducees against the Saviodr when
he was on the earth in the flesh. The wisdom
of the church was manifest in that it had made
Joseph specially prominent as a witness OF the
birth, the childhood and maturer years OF Je-
sus Others might be deceived, but here was
man who was constantly familiar with the in
carnate God for more than thirty years. With
his character, his testimony admits OF no DOUBT.
The sermon concluded with an eloquent ap-
peal to the congregation to emulate the virtues
and strive to attain to the graces Of st. Joseph,
and above all to be firm of faith in the incar-
nate God.
DEERING'S BRIDGE SUNDAY SCHOOL.
The second anniversary of the behring's
Bridge Sunday School was held at their chapel
yesterday afternoon and evening. The report
of the Secretary and Treasurer, IL. 5.
Colby, was of much interest to those engaged
in mission work. For the past year the inter-
est of the school has been better than ever
before, there being more earnestness put forth,
both by teachers and scholars. Since its organ
ization there have been connected with this
school 191 different scholars. AS with all asso-
citation schools it's number varies At present
there are 81 scholars and 10 teachers, with an
Of Tho pOl1nntl0nS
have been very good; having received including
monthly concerts 1888 20; balance from last year
81. SO; making $685. 3 received Paid out $92.-
II. Leaving balance ON hand Of 1926. For
two wears the school has sustained itself and is
still able to commence the third year with bills
all paid and balance on hand. Much good
has been accomplished by the mission commit
tee Over $50 have been expended in this
work. In conclusion the Secretary referred to
the success of mission schools by very effect
tive practical illustration, showing that if we
wished to be successful in our work, our chap
els should furnish place as pleasant and in
viting, and reception as hearty, as do the
votaries of pleasure. If this is practiced the
attraction of the pleasantness within would
gather in many who spend their Sabbath IN
folly, and our schools would be crowded.
At the close of the exercises Of the school,
Rev. Henry M. King of Boston, who was pres
ent, addressed the school. He spoke vord OF
announcement to the teachers in this good
work and urged them to labor diligently for
the conversion of the members of their classes.
His remarks to the children were listened to
very closely. Mr., King is very pleasing
sneaker and he has wonderful faculty for in
teresting children.
In the evening the little chapel was crowded
with the scholars and the friends of the school.
The opening exercises were very interesting.
The scripture responses by the school was fol-
lowed by a solo. The Superintendent, L. L..
Hierlihy, made his report, which showed the
work that had been accomplished during the
past year.
Mr.. N. D. Curtis, President of the Youn g
Mems Christian Association, delivered a very
stirring address upon the 'tRelations of parents
to Sunday Schools" Addresses were also
made by Horatio Staples and others.
FREE STREET CHURCH.
In the absence of the pastor yesterday, Rev.
Mr.. Crane preached at this church in the
morning. In the evening the Rev. Henry NJ.
King of Boston, who was called here to visit
his mother who was seriously ill, preached
very interesting discourse.
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