The weekly Union times. [volume] (Union C.H., South Carolina) 1871-1894, 1880-01-09
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A Delightful Day at Mt. Tabor Church.

Delightful Day at LIT. Tabor Church.
MIR. EDITOR by invitation from several Of
the good ladies in, the MI. Tabor congregation,
we attended a social gathering. on the 3lst ul-
timo During the past summerva very large
and in,eresting Sabbath School had been
conducted at this church. A very encour-
aging feature connected with this good work is,
that all denominational distinctions are forget
ton--Presbyterians, Methodists, Baptist and
Episcopalians, have all united in sympathy and
influence in this noble and glorious erStsrprise.
The church at this place organised moro
than half a century ago, and at no time have the
children in that community epjoyedeuch. ,reli-
gious advantages they do now. n<kssts are
beginning to realize more fully the great reshon-
sibility resting upon them to "Train up child i'm
the way it should go aud when it is old it will
not depart ther efrom"
1t was thought proper by way of encouraging
the children and friends of the Sabbath School,
to have social dinner, each one bringing such
eatables as they might prefer, and it is only
essary to say, it was truly sumptuous repast.--
Many articles upon the table would grace the
feast at the marriage Of kings daughter
Though the morning clouds were portentous Of
heavy showers, quite large assembly were
present to enjoy tho good things so richly and
handsomely prepared for the occasion. After
all had sumptuously feasted, there was still more
besides. The day passed off very pleasantly
old and young seemed to enjoy themselves ex-
ceedingly. The best of order prevailed. But
it is no wonder that things were done so decent
| ly and in order, when we remember who were
at the head of affairs, married ladies' and young
ladies of taste and accomplishments were prom
incnt in arranging the programme; married
gentlemen and young gentlemen in committees
and officers acted well their part.
An opportunity was given to all to contribute
something TO aid in purchasing Sunday school
library. The response to this cause was quite
liberal. sufficient amount was raised to pro-
cure quantity of books for the school Every
one felt it was quite q success. Our Methodist
and Baptist friends took very active part and
literally aided by their presence and contribu-
tions in this good cause One Of the teachers,
n most excellent and accompsod young lady, q
member of the Episcopal Church, was not pres
ent but sent up liberal contribution. Tn Is
each of the four denominations coorerated in
making the object of the meeting success
We would not forget to mention that some who
were not members of any church also gave
their assistance. The members of Mt. Tabor
Church and their Pastor feel under many obl-
cations to our brethren and friends for their
kind and generous liIerality shown on this occa-
sion. May our happy meeting unite us moro
closely in the bonds Of Christina fellowship
We are all branches Of the same vine we arc
but different streams running into the same great
Ocean. AS we can all unite in worshppng one
common Saviour in the church below, how
much sweetcr and more glorious to worship to.
gether with all the redeemed around tho throne
of God in heaven. Is.