The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1891-06-26

The twenty-sixth semi-annual convention
of the Shiawassee County s. s. Association
was held in the M. +. church, Bancroft,
commencing at 7:30 p. m. June Is, 1891,
according to program. Devotional exercises
were conducted by Rev. j. B. Oliver, Ban
croft. The first topic of the evening, ''Our
Work." was presented by our worthy presi
dent, M. ii. Reynolds.
In this address we learned much of the
scope and magnitude of the work in our
own state as well as the nation and world
at large. First, it is grand work, from
geographical as well as a spiritual stand
point. 1t is the strength and uplifting
agency of the church of the living God.
Second, it is good work, because it is the
hope of the nation, the foundation upon
which all good is wrought. Third, it is a
grand work. Fourth, it is spiritual work.
After song the next topic on the program
was presented by Miss ElnOra Cuddeback,
of Alma. Subject, 1.-THE material upon
which we work." The speaker in this most
excellent paper took the soul of the child as
the material, likening it unto tree which,
through the process of continued training
and pruning, becomes one of beauty and
usefulness. The rare ability displayed by
appreciated by those present.
After few closing remarks by the presi-
dent, and music, adjourned.
TUESDAY MORNING SESSION.
Opened at 9:30 a. m. with reading of the
scripture by Pres. Reynolds, followed by
prayer and praise service, after which the
program for the forenoon was taken up and
carried out in full. Subject for discussion,
Coming" The first sub-topic, ''Our Pur-
pose in Coming" was presented by Pres.
NJ. II. Reynolds. First of all secure right
relation between ourselves and God, then
come to Him for enthusiasm, have an
errand, an intense desire for some particular
thing. A purpose. We need a. larger and
more eXpectant faith. The greatest need is
reconsecration and salvation.
After song the next sub-topc, "Our
Warrant in Coming" was presented by Rev.
j. b. Oliver, Bancroft. He said you are
warranted in coming because invitation was
extended. You are warranted in coming
because it issanctioned by the Word of God.
AS believers of the Gospel we are under
obligations to take the Gospel to as many
hearts as possible. Again you are warrant
ed in coming because we believe God in
these and similar occasions has wonderfully
blessed us, and because we need the in
structiOn we expect to get; we also need the
quickening and encouraging influence of
this meeting in one common assembly, etc.
After song, waiting for the Promise, y
Rev. N. N. Clark offered prayer.
Rev. A. L. Waterman at this time pre-
sented the third sub-topic, "Our Manner of
Coming" A few of the many suggestions
received from this speaker were that we
should come boldly, as Christ commands
his disciples, making both literal and
spiritual application; also that we should
come with forgiving spirit for we are told,
when ye pray forgive, for if ye forgive
not neither will your Father forgive your
trespasses." We should come with spirit
of desire in His name and for His names
sake.
Song, "Revive Thy Work.
Fourth sub-topic, Promised Results, u
Mr.. Chas. Holman, Corunna. This paper
was in word and deed practical i'm every
way and highly appreciated by all present.
OF the many points of interest we here give
few. We are all toiling for results, which
statement was we'll illustrated, and the
greatest obstacles in the way of success
often prove destruction to the enemy. Bible
| illustration. The church Is in more danger
from sin within than foes without. Ask in
faith and expect great results. Determined
effort obtain successful results. We must
have preparation. We must strike the
spiritual rock if we would drink from the
fountain.
After a song entitled II am Thine, o.
Lord" the above topic was opened for dis
cussion, led by Rev. J. b. Oliver, followed
by ID. ID. Dunning, Miss Cuddeback, nj. IL
Reynolds, Chas. Holman, Rev. Clark.
Song, benediction, adjourned.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
Opened with song, "Gather Them In.
Devotional exercises were conducted by
Rev. N. N. Clark, Vernon, after which
Secretary's report was read and approved
Next was appointment of committees.
Committee on Press: TIMES and Ameri
can, DIR. g. p. Parklll; Corunna Independ
ent, G.. Holman; Vernon Argus, Mrs. Arthur
Garrison; Morrice Tribune, Mrs. II. r.
Howard, Byron Herald, Mrs. Cole; Laings-
burg News, l.. Brown; Owosso PRESS
Leora E. Curtis.
Committee on Resolutions; Chas. Hol
man, ID. ID. GOss, j. g. Curtis.
After a song 20, where are the Reapers,
topic, Difficulties i'm s. S. work and how
to overcome them," r. p. Stowe, Howell
This paper proved profitable to all. Many
difficulties were noted with suggested rene
|
One important point we noted was the
normal class, teaching teachers how tC
teach and preparing them for that important
position, and from which teachers are taker
as supplies, and the teacher of said elias.
having complete control of the same. Dis.
cussion opened by Pres. Reynolds, followed
by Chas. Holman, Rev. N. N. Clark, j. c.
Curtis, Rev. w. w. Benson, Mrs. Cole, d.
ID. Dunning, Rev. K. b. Bancroft, Mrs
Garrison, Miss Cuddeback, DIR. Parkill.
Song, There Shall be Showers of Bless
ings," prayer by Rev. w. w. Benson, after
which topic, kindergarten Methods in s.
S. Work, "by Miss ElnOra Cuddeback, Alma
We regret very much that this address could
not be given in detail as it is worthy the
highest consideration of every primary
teacher The chief aim of the work is &c
excite right feelings and produce Christian
character. BY means of natural objects
and pictures, reason from the known object
to the unknown and thus bring to bear upon
the chld's mind mans relation and duty tt
God, which was fully illustrated by cards,
etc., used in the work. Miss Cuddeback Il
a rising young lady and merits the success
she has won in her chosen profession.
After a song the Question Box was