The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1889-02-27

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colored Methodist church. Quite number of
the white converts declared their intention to
join the Methodist Episcopal Church in the
neighhorhood
ION Sabbath the 18th we admitted to the
communion Of the church "A persons upon the
profession of their faith, and three persons by
letters from other churches. Up to Wednesday
night. when we closed, we had received about
% others upon profession of their faith-mak-
ing in all about 72 persons admitted to the Be-
thesda Presbyterian church during this blessed
season OF grace. And we have every reason to
believe that there are more to follow
quite number of others have been deeply
impressed, and we will in all probability be
gathering the fruits of this precious work for
months to come. Not the least desirable result
of this great revival is the revival of the graces
OF Gods people. Rarely have any people been
fed more richly on the pure. unadulterated word
of God. The result must be greater intelligence
In spiritual things, more love to souls, more
zeal for the Masters glory, more entire conse-
grafton to his service greater Christian activity
In every department of church work. The
Lord hath done great things for US, whereof we
are glad" W. M. MoELwEE.
Fs6ruary22.
Warrenton, va-Rev. W. A. Campbell,
d. D., has been with us for two weeks; during
which time he has conducted evening services
at the Presbyterian church, besides preaching
n.the Sabbath mornings. His congregations
have been uniformly large and attentive. DR..
Campbell has made deep impression upon the
minds and hearts of our people, irrespective of
UNCONVENTIONAL lines, by his clear, pointed, and
eloquent presentation of Gospel truths, and the
JUNCTION and earnestness of his manner. He will
always find warm welcome in the hearts of
this people. There were twenty-seven who
expressed a concern about their souls, and asked
the prayers of Gods people, The results are
not yet fully ascertained, but it is certain that
good seed has been sown, the fruit of which we
hope to see very soon. 1 understand DR.. Camp.
bell will soon resign his position as Evangelist
Of East Hanover Presbytery, to resume pasto-
raj work. The church which secures his ser.
vices will be indeed fortunate. R.
February %.
The Presbyterian church Of Bdanches.
ter, Va, is experiencing a revival of interest
IN every direction. The Sabbath services and
prayer meetings are attended by increasing con-
gregatiors The Sabbath-school has an aver
age attendance of over 40. The people are
paying literally to the various church causes.
They are united, working church.
Realizing the Importance of Manchester as a
prospective point for large growth in popula-
ton already rapidly increasing and seeing other
denominations possessing either two, or three
churches already planted with resident pastors;
and another with outreaching missions already
established all with comfortable houses of wor-
ship and still another denomination now nego
tatiDg for lot upon which o build church
building makes this little flock which is having
monthly additions to its membership DESTROYS OF
uPholdlng their distinctive denominational cause
IN more determined manner.
Their church building is inadequate and un.
comfortable only four low brick walls very
much out OF repair, ceiling low with patches o.
broken plaster, uncomfortable movable benche:
for seats, seating about 300 peoples in oil, rep.
resentstion of Presbyteranism to DO seen. to be
appreciated In all its dscouraging and damag.
ing effects.
In order to show their determination to
"lengthen their cords and strengthen their
stakes" they have subscribed $1,000 amonq
themselves in addition to a generous subscription
from an Office holder in the church of an indebt.
edness due him from the church.
This places the property now owned by the
people two fine lots and a nice parsonage1 out
OF debt, providing a new church is built, and
demonstrates their determination to help them.
selves before asking others to help them.
And now, they have done their best. and
must ask others, those interested in Presbv.
terianism and its growth; and those interested
in the city of Manchester in business way; to
help them build Presbyterian church worthy
of 10000 inhabitants, which popula ion will
soon be doubled
The people and pastor, Rev. J. Cleveland
Hail. call upon the business men of the church
and upon friends everywhere for subscriptions
for this cause
May the Lord guide you to see your interest
IN the matter and may all things be done to bis
honor and glory. II.
February 23d.
Dallas County, Ark.-A group Of three
churches in Dallas county, greatly desire a min
ister. Each Of the churches is in town. One
Of the towns. Fordyce, Is on railroad and is
quite an enterpusing place Of about twelve
hundred inhabitants The whole membership
ofthe three churches is about sixty. They will
pay five hundred dollars which is all thew are
able to pay. This amount will probably be
supplemented by money from the Sustentation
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