The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1888-11-14
REV. P. B. JACKSON OF THE METHODIST
CHURCH,
His Farewell to the Abbevflle Con-
greSation Their Resolutions OF
Affection and Esteem for Him..
His Departure for California.

AS has been known for some time the Rev.
P 3. jackson, Of the South Carolina Confer
ence, had consented to transfer to Los An IN
geles California Conference, and the Time ior
his departure had been set for November lItn.
Last Sunday night he preached ior the iast
time in the Abbeville church. There was a
remaining space in the church was well-f1lleo
by friends and well-wishers OF the departing
preacher. ~
on "Fidelity and the Purity and Honor OF the
Home" a congregational meeting was held,
Judge Lyon presiding. Upon taking the
chair, he said:
bers of this church and congregation, that we
should take some special notice Of the occa-
sion. If any brother has anything TO say, or
to offer, we will be glad to hear from him..
S. e. Cason, ESQ.,. then rose from his seat IN
the choir. and offered the following resolu-
WHEREAS, the relations which have existed
between the Rev. 2. b. Jackson and the AbDe-
willie Methodist church are now at an end by
Therefore be 1t
Resolued, first, that as church we desire to
express our esteem for the Rev. P. b: jackson
as faithful and fearless minister; liberal IN
opinion, firm in conviction and diligent In
the discharge Of all pastoral duties.
Second. That we as members Of this church
and congregation part with the Rev; +. 3.
Jackson with great regret, but we wish for
him a safe trip and abundant success in his
new work, ''and may the Lord do SO to thee
and more also," and watch between US ana
thee when we are absent one from another"
Capt: ]. G. Edwards, from among the con-
II heartily endorse the resolutions which
have just been offered by Mr.. Cason, and
move their adoption by a rising vote"
Mr.. E. L.. Wilson seconded Capt. Edwardss
motion to pass upon the resolutions by ris-
Mr.. Cason's resolutions we're then adopted
by rising vote, when Judge Lyon said:
"Reyerend and Dear Brother: You nave
heard the resolutions which have been unan-
imously adopted, and in which most hearth
ly concur. In addition thereto l have been
requested by the ladies Of this church to pre-
sent you with the sum of money herein en-, n,
closed. This is done as slight testimonial OF
their esteem for YOU, and In the nope that y !,
may be an acceptable offering at their hands"
I appreciate more than shall ever be able
to tell you, this manifestation OF your
thoughtful care and affection for one OF COOS
humbest servants. To- trIs man friendship Is h.
yond all computation In dollars and cents. l
especially value it as coming from the lady
members Of this church as an evidence OF
their appreciation Of my feeble service IN try.
every one, every where and all the time.
Your thoughtful, even tender care as a church
for me since I have been your pastor mas
touched me very deeply. Nearly two years
ceived me with open arms, open homes anu
open hearts. During all these months you
have cared for me and mine with that gener-
osity and faithfulness for which as churc5
YOU are known and read of all men. May God
repay you q thousand fold for your unfaillng
kindness and sympathy. 1t has nerved me
for my work many time, when without the
consciousness that you stood by my side TO
encourage and help. must have gone down
In the struggle. I 60 to new and to me
strange country. but I 60 brethren to try to DO
that have tried to do and bear here, and the
God that has kept me here will help and Keep
me there. Wherever 90. or wherever may
fall, the years '67 and '8S will be bright years
to me-years Of precious u.s. mem9Fy; o3Esr ob,rcb ~
come here thatI could never love another IKE
that, but 1t is the same old story over. love
you and leave you with great deal oi regret
have especially g very 1eaaer
some Of them into the church. There are
some upon whom had set my heart for my
Master that are still out Of the church. Wont
you come soon and with tins 0nuren n o., or some
the people Of God? shall not forget you and
shall always be rejoiced when hear OF your
prosperity. Be true, be manly, be Christllke
and the God Of our fathers bless and and keep Eo11
bless you. Bless you in your homes, In your
help TO teach S yonr sn o
and bring them without one missing TO the
fold of glory. The angels Of the Lord encom,
pass about you by day and by night to defend
and deliver, and may the Good Master be able
to say to US all at the last "well done good and
faithful servant enter thou into the Joy Of thy
Lord"
The Long Meter Doxology was then sung,
and the benediction was said.
When the benediction had been pronounc.
ed, the preacher came to the chancel rail
where he was met by the members OF his
church who came forward to shake his hand
and bid him an affectionate goodbye. While
many members shed tears at the parting with
their beloved pastor, there were none who
were not touched at the manifestation OF the
love and affection which existed between pos
tor gnd people. The parting was touching
scene, and one not soon to be forgotten, ana
on Monday:a great company Of his friends
met him at the depot as he took the train for
his distant home on the Pacific coast.
Mr.. Jackson has been with US for two years,
and no man has ever labored more ably or
worked more zealously in the Masters vine
yard. A young man OF ability and Of STU
dious habits, 9 preacher thoroughly. conse-
Grated to church work. and deeply solicitous
for the salvation Of sinners, he has done here
a glorious service in winning souls TO q saw
Ing faith In our Lord and Saviour.
Mr.. Jackson's departure will be loss to
the South Carolina Conference. His talent
and Christian zeal will deyelope In him q