News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1896-03-05
Up. s. c. E. CONVENTION.
Semi-Annual Meeting of LamoilIe UnioI
at WolCott,

The Twelfth seni-auuual conven-
ton of the L1mOille County Chris
tian Endedvor Uni n, held at the
Congregational church at Wolcott
Wednesday, Feb. 26, brought out a
large attendance aud was in every
way IA success. The morning dpvu-
tlonal service was conducted 10y Rev
u, N. Kellogg, who read the parable
of tue talents and emphasized the
thought that Gods gifts are varied
and proportionate.
The general topic for discussion
WAS, the Christian Endeavorer as n
Personal Worker" This was subdi
vldrd, the first sub topic being
with Strangers" Miss Annie Full
iington read an interesting paper Oh
work with Strangers i'll the Meet.
ing," which introduced a spirited
discussion, participated in by R-vs
Tay Tor, Howard, Kellogg and Freuch
and several Of the delegates.
Mr.. Frank Nash, in d practi al and
suggestive way, DE- alt with the sec.
oud subdivision, "Work with Stran
gers outside the Meeting" He con
tended that those who have wan.
drred far from the right path may be-
won 10y a manifestation on the part
of Christians, of interest and faith in
them. The Christian worker should
never lose hope and never cease eff
fort, and should always treat tht
erring with courtesy. Our Lord
gave us an example in this respect
which we should emulate. After a
brief discussion adjourned to the
Masonic banquet hall, where bounti-
ful collation. was served, to which the
delegates did ample justice.
Convention re.asSembled at 100
p. m. In the absence Of Rev. S. +.
Drew the devotional service was led
10y Rev. Mr.. lockwood, who read a
portion of the Bird chapter OF Revela-
tions: "Behold | have set before thee
an open door," tc.,-an open door
of opportunity, of usptulness,-"and
no man can shut it," Ours is both
the duty and the privilege to use
that door. After a short business
meeting Rev. n. c. Saunders, in the
absence OF the Secretary, gave the
statistical report, calling upon dele
gates from the several societies for
supplementary reports. Thee re-
ports were gratifying, showing that
the societies belonging to this union
are in a growing and vigorous con-
dltlon. The aggregate bership
is as follows: active members, 512
associate, 169. There are seven
junior societies. Since the last report
twenty have been converted and
twenty have united with the church.
The missionary contributions aggre-
gated $40 76.
Miss Augusta Boomhower gave au
excellent report of the Boston con-
vention.
Miss Emily Pratt read most ex-
cellent paper upon Interesting AS
sociate Members in the work of the
Society" She dwelt especially upon
the contagion of enthusiasm. advised
that associate members be given def
mite work to do; make them feel
that their help is desired and needed.
Miss Lizzie Harmon read a sugges-
tive and stimulating paper on win
ming Associate Members to Christ"
In and for this work we must be def
nitely led by the Holy Spirit; must
use tact and wisdom. 1t is we'll for
the workers to choose those of their
own sex and of about their own age.
Make constant use of scripture texts.
but do not multiply them to the
point of confusion. One apt text is
more effective than several. Seek and
improve opportunities for prayer
with those you would win. AS a
preparation for this personal work
earnestness is better than leaving.
Incidentally she touched upon the
amusements of card-playing and
dancing. This led to a spirited dis
cussion, in which several took part.
The general drift OF the discussion
showed clearly that the several dis.
putants considered it best for En-
deavorers to abstain from these
amusements, as to say the least,
questionable, liable to bring dis
credit upon their profession, hinder
their growth, their usefulness and
put stumbling block in the way of
some.
Work with Delinquent Members"
brought out a sensible, candid talk
from Mr.. ?. B. Foster, and brief
but most practical and wise paper
from Miss M. Thomas, followed by
short discussion.
Rev. N. C. Saunders paper on
"The Christian Workers Equipment"
bristled with good points. After dis
cussion the convention adjourned for
supper, re-assembling at 700 p. m.
Rev. e. q Whitman conducted the
praise service; Rev. Mr.. lockwood
offered prayer; then the president,
in few happy words, welcomed the
speaker of the evening, it being his
first appearance before the union,
Rev. e. G. French. His theme, "The
Passion for Souls" was most admir-
ably handled and commanded the
closest attention of all present. Mr..
French discoursed originality of
method and unusual power as a speak
er and his address was a fitting con-
clusion to one of the best conventions
the union has ever held.
Great credit is due to the ladies of
the Wolcott society for their gener-
Gus hospitality, and to Rev. E. q
Whitman. who kindly ARRANGED to