Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1891-10-29
Annual Convention of Hancock County
Christian Endeavor Union.

Annual Convention of Hancock County
Christian Endeavor Union.
This body of young Christian workers
met on Oct 10th, with the Congregational
society in Castine. An exceedingly large
delegation from the larger part of the
societies in the county was present The
fact of SO many of them having TO travel
such long distance TO reach the place is
striking evidence of the energy and
enthusiasm Of our young people. great
many OF them were Obliged to drive many
miles, in some cases necessitating starting
the day before in order to arrive In season
for the opening Of the session. Some
came by boat. which on account OF the
storm was delayed so that they did not ar.
rive till midnight. But these difficulties
were not minded. so strong were their de-
slres and determination To be present.
Castine entertained the convention right
royalty, not only caring for the delegates
and beautifully feasting them In their
separate homes, but also preparing coils
ton at half-Past five in the vestry of the
church, where more general acquaint-
ance with one another was secured a. well
as an invitingly arranged and daintily
prepared repast was enjoyed.
The following program was carried out
Friday morning. 10: 80, organization;
| 10 -, invocation address of welcome.
Miss Austin; IL 90, topic for discussion,
How can the Christian Lndeavor society
/ he made an etiicien: helper in Missionary
work: delegste from Bucksport. A. s.
Hartman. Orland II 30, reports of So
| cietes
Friday afternoon, > 90. devotional meet
| ing, Mrs. X. F. Grindle, Buehill; > 30,
topic The relation of the Christian En-
deavor pledges to daily living. / Value of
the associate pledge. John X. johnson.
| Deer Isle. >. Daily Bible reading, Frank
! Heal, lslesboro. 3. Importance Of definite
! duty, l.. NJ. Bosworth, South Penobsco,
| 4. Daily prayer, Mrs c. Z. Bysrd, Sar-
seniville; solo. E. L. Higgins, S, W. Har-
/ Dor; ) 90 personal testimony What has
the Christian Endeavor society done for
| you? one minute speeches from delegates
solo. Miss Maude Phillips. Ellsworth;
; 80, topic for discussion VIII not the
10 church membership! Mrs. II ID Lane
Sedgwick. Rev. f. Ireland $ W Harbor;
90, unfinished business; 80. collation..
Friday evening, 20. praise service,
Rev. f. A. Davis. Sedgwick; : 20. Que>-
ton box, Rev. Albert Dounel. Bluehill;
30, prayer; anthem : 90. address Rev
Leroy S. Bean, South Windham the Rela-
ton Of Self-denial to Christian Endeavor:
hymn; collection; benediction.
Saturday morning. 8 80. prayer meet
ing. Rev. j, c. Young, West Brooksville.
With the exception Of two or three all
the parts assigned Were presented by the
ones to whom assigned Space will not
permit any abstracts Of the papers read
Surice il to say that they were carefully
prepared, containing many truths and
helpful suggestions, and all well worthy of
publication. The reports from societies
gave interesting information regarding
the work accomplished, and afforded help
full hints to methods that would prove
beneficial for all societies. 1t was gratify-
Ing that after the roll of societies was
called and responded to it was found that
during the year several new societies had
been organized and wer either represented
there by their own delegates, or had men
ton made of them by members of other
societies VIII" knew of their organization
This was a reason for increased enthu-
siasm
The one minute speeches from delegates
telling what the C. E. had done for them
gave an insight into the real value of this
Institution. Among the answers were
Helped me to be more useful in the
work" "Deepened and strengthened my
personal love for Christ" Helped me by
leading me to help Others" Given me a
deeper love for souls" Helped me to
keep my vows made to God" Others.
equally good, were given, but these sug-
gest how the young are benefited by being
Christian Endeavorers.
The crowning feature Of the convention
was the address on self-denial by Rev Lee
roy S. Bean of South Windham. 1t was
based upon the words of Christ, IF any
man will come after me, let him deny him
self and take up his cross daily and follow
me" He emphasized the fact that it is
denial of selr that is commanded The
speaker dealt with principles which lie at
the foundation of useful. influential, Chris
tian life.
The early morning prayer meeting was
largely attended. 1t was a most helpful
service-a fitting close to the whole meet
ing. A generous package of the Golden
Rule was sent to the convention for free
distribution. Also a personal letter from
DIR. Clark. President of the United Socie-
ty, was received, giving encouragement
and cheer to all. Rev. Mr.. Donnell of
Bluehill very pleasingly and successfully
presided throughout the meeting. The
Union was invited to Bucksport for its
meeting in 80. After spending such a
delightful day, attended with SO many help
full things, the delegates could not but car
ry away renewed courage and intenser de-
termination to make the coming year rich
er in service for Christ. They also carry
with them pleasantly recollections of the
short stay in that pretty village Of such
historic interests, and pray for Gods bless
ing to rest upon all Its kind hospitable
people. SECRETARY.
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