Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-10-17

A Sabbath School Convention was held at Lv-
ermore Falls, in the Baptist church, commencing
Oct. 18th. under the auspices of the State Assoca-
ton.
Alden Baker, President of the Maine State Sab
bath School Association, was chosen to preside,
and DAVID Carglll was chosen secretary.
Sang, IAN Hail the power of Jesus name"
half hour spent in devotion, conducted by
Rev. Mr.. Eveeth, was of great interest.
Sang, Nearer my God to Thee
The question "Why are we here :" was opened
by Bro. Cargill, Revs. Viyian, Evcleth, Henck,
Trafton, Snyder, Blackman and Bros. French,
Baker, Klbreth llersey and Turner, with many
sisters, took part III the discussion.
Sang, Near the Cross"
The reports from Sabbath schools was then pre-
sented. The following schools reported: Baptist
Lvermore Falls, "a conversions; Methodist
Lvermore Falls, 81 conversions; Methodist, North
Fayette, 10 conversions; Baptist, Eayette Is con-
versions; Baptist, Lvermore Corner, "a CONVEX
sons; Baptist, Wayne; Methodist, East Liver
more; Chesterville, conversions; Baptist Leeds
Centre; Baptist, East Winthrop, 20 conversions.
All the reports were of much interest.
After benedicton by Rev. Mr.. Vivian, adjourn
ed TO 80 7. NJ.
AFTERNOON.
Convention met according to adjournment.
Prayer and praise meeting of much interest was
conducted by Rev. MIR. Backman.
proposition was made to form q permanent
organization for Sabbath school woik 10 that vi
cnlty.
Rev Messrs. IIerrick, Vivian and Eveleth were
chosen TO present constitution &c, for organiza-
ton.
Rev. Mr.. Whitmarsh, S. Kilbreth, Esq, and
Dea. W lyman were chosen committee on resolu-
tons
"Wt at is a Sabbath School, and what are its
main designs :" was presented by Rev. Mr.. Whit
marsh. Rev. Messrs. Snyder, Vivian, Eveeth.
T. r. French and others, spoke upon the question
with earnestuess.
Topic. what more can be done to interest the
masses in the study of the Bible :" was opened by
Rev. Mr.. Herrick III deeply interesting manner.
Several others spoke upon the question.
"Relation OF tue sabbath School to the Church"
opened by Rev. Mr. Tiafton IN an able manner /;
alter which many participated in the discussion
until near the hour of adjournment.
The question box came in at the closing, and
was well filled with pertinent questions.
After singing, and benediction by Rev. Mr.
Whitmarsh adjourned to o'clock in the evening.
EVENING.
One hour to be spent in prayer and praise,
and then subjects were to be discussed. Rev. Mr..
Herrck lead the devotions, and at the close of
the hour the meeting was Of SO much interest
that 1t was, by unanimous consent, continued
through the entire evening, many who had with
III the past year given their hearts to the Saviour
testfying 10 Ills goodness and the pleasure they
had found Ia the study OF His word.
SECOND DAY-FRIDAY.
Nine O'Clock devotional meeting conducted by
Rev Mr.. Whtmarsh.
Committee on Resolutions reported the follow
ing resolutions which were unanimously adopted
/ REsoLvED-l. That the Sabbath School as
branch of church work demands, and is entitled
to the personal aid OF every member Of our
churches.
/ 2. That not children only, but adults also
should be gathered within the Sabbath School AS
learners as well as teachers.
hat E.apharat tba
study of the lesson is Indispensable TO the full
efficiency OF any Sabbath School.
4. That cordial CO operation in the other work
of the church on the part of the Superintendent
is essential to the true prosperity OF the Sabbath
School.
5. That this Convention recommends great
care in the selection of books for Sabbath School
libraries, that no work be circulated the tendency
Of which shall be subyersive OF the great work of
seeking the conservation of the heart and life TO
God.
The following topic, care our Sabbath School
Libraries benefit injury, and is the prevail
ing sabbath School literature calculated TO inspire
love for religious truth and to make true chistans
of the scholars I" was opened by Bro. Csrgill and
many participated in the debate.
Sang, Jesus paid it ALL"
Topic, AT how early age should we look
for the conversion of children" was presented by
Rev. Mr.. Fisk in very pleasing manner, and
other brothers participated IN the subject.
Sang. bright Jewels
Teachers meetings" was taken up by Rev. Mr..
Whmarsh, and urged as necessity for having
good Sabbath School.
"Who should attend Sabbath School :" opened
by Rev. Mr.. Trafton, and awakened good in
terest
Sang, "My Sabbath Home"
Topic, "Should teachers as general rule, make
personal appeals IN the classes to their unconvert-
ed pupils I" Was opened by Rev. Mr.. Vivian and
pariici pated in by several brethren.
"Rescue the perishing" was sang.
Report of Committee the permanent organ
izstion was presented, accepted and adopted, and
officers chosen for the ensuing year.
The Question Box was opened and found to con-
tain many pertinent questions.
Adjourned after singing and benediction by
Rev. Mr. Whitmarsh.