The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1886-03-31
NEWS FROM THE CHURCHES.
Southern Presbyterian.


given call to Rev. ]. NJ. Rose of Goldsboro,
NC.
Rev. j. C. Barrett, lately called to the
First church, Little Rock, Ark, entered upon
his work there two weeks ago. The church has
had no pastor for long time, and Mr. Barrett
has agreed to supply 1t for twelve months.
Columbia, S. C-The Second Presbyterian
church, lately organized at this place, has given
a call to Rev. DIR. ]. l.. Girardeau to become
pastor. The Southern Presbyterian says: The
salary offered him is $1,000, and probably
house. The congregation hopes to be able to
increase the salary next year
Bethesda congregation, lin the Presby-
terry of Bethel in this county, york S. c. has
extended call to Rev. Mr.. Paul, of Virginia,
TO I'll the pulpit recently vacated by Rev. ].
Lowrie Wilson, who accepted call to the Pres.
byterian church in Abbevile- YorkviHe En-
qarer.
Williamsburg, Val only wish 1 had
time to write you full account of the glorious
outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon our old
town. Never before in its history-which is SO
long-has there been such time of refreshing.
We commenced some three months since series
OF union praYer-meetings, in which all tour de-
nominations heartily joined. 1t was sweet and
pleasant to see brethren dwelling together in
such unity; and the Lord looking down upon it
commanded his blessing. Two weeks since we
commenced a series of protracted services in
which all denominations united, and most glo.
rious results have followed. Between sixty and
seventy have made public manifestation of their
interest, and probably twenty. FIVE or thirty
have consulted the ministers privately, and it is
thought by some that there is scarcely person
IN the town, in the church or out of it, who has
not been reached to a greater or less extent.
Some that have been bound, 10 these sixty
years, have been loosed Some that were in
the tombs crying and cutting Them elves with
stones are sitting at the feet of Jesus clothed
and IN their right minds, and little children are
in His arms receiving his blessing will write
fuller account when 1 have time. am sure
such work of grace will be matter of interest
to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ
]. G. ANDERSON. \
Gala Depot. Va In the Central of March
24th there is communication, Locust Bottom
Church" &C., from "F. j." Will you kindly
allow me to correct an error in regard to the
church at Gala Depot" The Presbyterans
near Gala have been rking for two years
past to build a church here; a beautiful stua
ton has been given by kind friend part of
the lumber is on the ground, and enough money
on subscriptions and in the treasury of the La
dies' Aid Society" to put it under roof The
building committee have contracted to have the
work begun by the 18th of April
In these times of urgent need in every depart
ment of the Church. we feel delicacy in ask
ing aid from abroad, but if any friends of
Chrlsts cause feel moved to assist us. it will be
gratefully received by a needy and deserving
people W R. CAREER,
Gala, Botetourt county, Va.
Galveston, Texas-We have, during the
past few weeks, enjoyed the rare privilege of a
visit from the evangelists, Moody and Sankey,
and Rev Geo. G. Needham, and are now reap
ing rich harvest from their labors with u.s.
All OF the churches have had considerable addi-
tions, and their membership has been much
quickened and revived Mr.. Moody, by his pc
culiar gifts, was able to reach more largely the
non-church going element about u.s. and many
Of this class have been brought to Christ Mr.
NSSundm WOTR, Wnll6 blessed TO the CONVEX
sion Of many, was chiefly in building up and
establishing Christians in their hope and lead
ing them up to higher plane of Christian con-
secration and JOY in God. He is a wonderful
Bible exPostor, and very spiritual in his preach
ing. Our Christian people of all denominations
were greatly charmed by him. He has left us
with our heartiest goodwill. Our own church
has shared largely in the blessing. The church
year just closing has been a good year in our
history. Since the LIST of February we have had
accessions every Standardization 80 and 40
members in that time. During the whole year
about 60. Our present membership IS some.
thing over 300. We have Just organized
young ladies' society, and they have devoted
their first money to the Foreign Mission cause.
For eight months past we have been doing
most interesting and hopeful work among the
Chinese Of this city. Have an afternoon Sum
day School with an attendance Of Is scholars.
The interest in it las steadily increased from
the first. In closing our brethren, Moody and
Needham, throw all their influence with the
churches, and greatly strengthen the hands Of
pastors. WINS.
Texas.-The Piedmont section Of Texas
along the line Of the Kansas and Gulf Short
Line railway in eastern Texas, there is a group
Of churches which would make very desirable
field. Rusk, the centre Of the group, is an old
town marked by piety, intelligence, and refine