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A Debt ivbicb Notbiog can Repay

The Bishop of Uganda bears the follow-

ing striking testimony to the value of the

circulation of the Word of God in his

diocese :—

" The Bible appeals with peculiar force

to the African. Its illustrations and

parables fit his life far more closely than

they fit ours. In Uganda it is read not

only privately, but publicly and daily in

2,000 churches. It forms the basis of

the education of 100,000 children. Every-

where it is welcomed. It is sold, not

given."

"An intelligent African people, whose

potential influence on other tribes is

immeasurable, is being moulded on the

teaching of the Bible. It has attracted

converts who, in a single year, number

8,000 adults. It has abolished slavery,

and inaugurated a new era in the life of

womanhood in Uganda. It has amelio-

rated the lot of the peasant. In very

many individual cases its ideal is finding

practical expression in consistent Chris-

tian character. The possibilities of ex-

tended circulation are almost unlimited.

To the British and Foreign Bible Society

Uganda owes—and all future generations

in Uganda • will owe — a debt which

nothing can repay."

An interesting article from the Bishop's

pen appears in the November number of

" The Bible in the World."

Your help will be welcomed by the

Secretaries, British and Foreign Bible

Society, 146, Queen Victoria Street,

London, E.C.4.

CALLED to preach in Kensington Chapel on. the occasion of the entrance into the ministry of the Rev. C. Silvester Home, 1)r. Dale, that great scholar and theologian, preacher and saint, took as his subject, " Helping Congregations," and dis-coursed upon the attitude the church should take to the ministry. He pointed out that the minister can-not stand alone, that his real force, the effectiveness of his work for its highest ends, depends largely on the people to whom lie ministers. There should he preparation for public worship on the part of the people as well as on the part of the preacher. The finest helpfulness .should be given the minister in his great work of public teaching. It takes two to make an effective sermon, the preacher and the hearer ; and if a minister finds that his congregation, or a large part of it, is impatient of intellectual effort in order to master Christian truth, he will become dis- couraged. People should pray for their minister, and pray for him constantly ; that he might be kept from sin ; that he might be filled with the life whose springs are in Christ ; that his courage might he high ; that his faith should have the fortitude of granite rocks ; that the fires of his love for God should burn higher and higher ; that his zeal for his people's righteousness should grow in intensity ; that his joy in the vision of God should become fuller in force and wealth.

To the Minister. And that is the first loyalty, the loyalty to the

minister. The minister is there because his people themselves have placed him there. He is there, moreover, as the agent and ambassador of God. And the relation between minister and church, between minister and individual is so intimate, so delicate, so vital, that the very welfare of the church depends largely upon this fine loyalty to the man of God placed thus in their midst. They should never speak disparagingly of him, and should never let anyone else speak of him with other than respect. They should put the largest possible value on everything he does ; and should make him feel that he is sur-rounded and sustained by a loyalty that never fails.

To the Church. In one of those fantastic utterances of his which

yet contain the core of final truth, Bernard Shaw argues on the necessity of spiritual power for the wel-fare of the State. He points out that the State under modern conditions begins to show a very serious decline in spiritual authority, an almost intolerable poverty of spiritual power which becomes more and more marked as the capitalistic development of the world puts immense masses of wealth into the hands of a relatively small class. He would create a body of parliamentary aldermen consisting of fifty superior persons who possess spiritual power, and he would get them by an electoral process which would enable the whole country to help in choosing them. But is not that spiritual association already in existence? and is not its name the Christian Church? The Church stands for the new civilization ; for the trans-cendence of the struggle for life ; for real self-government ; for a scientific reconstruction of society ; for the creation of a great body of public law, international in its range, based on the idea of public right ; and, above all, for that religious regeneration without which political activity is but an effort to camouflage chaos.

There should be loyalty to the Church. There should be loyalty to one's own Church'. " Wash it with your tears ; sweep it with your repentance ; beautify- it with your holiness ; perfume it with your prayers ; deck it with your humility." • And there should be not merely a local loyalty, but a loyalty to the Church conception and the Church fact, so that wherever aChristian may live he will be in attach-

ment with a Church, and vitally interested in its work and welfare.

Our Methodist Church. In these days we arc hearing a great deal about

the reunion Of the Churches ; and we are not hearing

a word too much. He Who was in the separation is also in the reunion. Vet it ought always to be remembered that while we arc Christians first, one with all them that call upon the name of the Lord, WC arc 'Nlethodists afterwards, dedicated to the accomplishment of that great spiritual work for which God has created the Methodist community. All the denominations have come into existence by the will of God and for the accomplishment of a definite work in the providence of redemption. Just as an orchestra has not one kind of instrument only, but many kinds, each instrument yielding its own peculiar music, that music blending with the music cooling from all the other instruments, and all form-ing together the grand symphony ; so the Church has not one form but many, each denomination yield-ing to Christ the special music for which His Spirit has called it into existence. And while we take from other denominations anything that is \vise and good, it should ever be remembered that we are Methodists, and there should be a loyalty to that special work for which . by God 'Methodism has been created.

:Methodism means the enthronement of experi-ence, the liberation of emotion, the reality of joy. An epigram once current in Cambridge said that instead of people being divided into Broad Church, High Church, Low Church, they should be divided into Latitudinarians, Attitudinarians, and 'latitudi-narians. But, as Dr. Rendel Harris pointed out, it failed to convey the whole truth ; for there is yet a fourth class, the Bcatitudinarians, the people who arc supremely happy in God. And that, essentially, is Methodism.

" About a quarter before nine," said John Wesley, describing the creative experience which came to him in Aldcrsgatc Street, "I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I did trust in Christ, Christ alone, for salvation, and an assurance was given me that He had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death." "On that day," as Hugh Price Hug-hes Said, "Methodism, as history knows it, was born," and it may be added that in that experience we have the norm, the type, the characteristic of essential Methodism. There should Ise loyalty to this clement of Methodism. Our people should make their churches 'Methodist Churches ; and never be anything but thankful for the emotion which accompanies it, for without emotion a man is only half a man, maimed and limited, and it is only in deep feeling that creative thought takes its rise.

Methodism means the spread of Scriptural holiness throughout the land : first of all a personal holiness ; and then a holiness applied to the ever widening departments of human activity. Methodism means, moreover, the supreme miracle of life, that break in continuity which is exemplified . in conversion, that right-about face of all the forces of the character from self to God. And there should be untiroken effort to win to the Church constant accessions of regenerated souls.

Loyalty to Christ. Behind all, and above all, is the loyalty to Christ.

" Have pity on thine own great age," said the pro-consul to Polycarp ; "reproach Christ, and I will release thee." "Eighty and six years," the old man gave grand reply, "have I served Him, and He hath' never failed me, and how can I blaspheme my King Who hath saved me." Christ identifies Himself with His religion, and makes loyalty to Himself the very essence of His faith. "If any man will be My

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disciple, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Mc." Christ calls for loyalty in the presence of great defections. " Will ye also go away ? " Christ seeks for loyalty in these days when the great schemes He cherishes make such huge demands upon Him. " Lovest thou Me? Art thou such as I can depend upon? Is there within thee a passionate and rocklike devotion to My CauSe?" " Lord, Thou knowest all things ; Thou knowest that I love Thee." " Surely my Captain may depend on me ! " " We will be true to. Thee till death."

WALTER COOPER.

Opening of New Assembly Hall at Westgate-Toller Lane.

THE hopes of twelve years were realized on Saturday, October 20th, at the above church, when, with due cere-mony, a new Assembly Hall was opened on the Ashwell Estate. The proceedings commenced with a short service

'1'e Deum. After a short prayer' and hymn, the minister in the church, opened impressively by the singing of the

(Rev. F. E. Watts), accompanied by Mr. John W. Bearder (chairman) and Mr. R. Myatt Hall, the opener, led the procession to the door of the New Hall, where a very brief opening ceremony was performed. The remainder of the ceremony was conducted. within the New Hall, which has accommodation for 400 people. 'There were on the platform, together' with the chairman and opener, Mrs. Enoch Hall, Mrs. R. Myatt Hall, Mrs. J. W. 13earder, Rev. Clifford Weedall (District chairman), Rev. W. W. Mold (District secretary), local ministers and officers, also the Choir, led by Mr. N. A. Hall.

The architect handed to Mr. J. 'Wrigley an ornate key for presentation to Mr. R. Myatt Frail.— -Mr. Wrigley, in making the presentation, referred to NIr. Hall's father (the late Rev. Enoch I. [all), and also to the valuable ser-vices rendered to the church by other members of the family : Nfrs. Enoch Hall, Mr. and . Mrs. Norman Hall find Miss Hall. In responding, the opener gave a most helpful addresS, in the course of which he said that in these days of freedom he would urge the young people especially to remember the great main purpose for which the building had been erected. The chairman made reference to his early association with the church and with the family of Mr. Ilall. At this point in the pro-ceedings bouquets were handed to Mrs. R. Myatt Hall by Miss Mabel Watts and to Mrs. J. W. Bearder by Master Glyn Rhodes. During the afternoon a very help-ful address was given by Rev. C. 'Weeslall, in which he dwelt upon the importance Of the personality of the Sun-day School teacher.

In his financial statement, Mr. Rhodes sketched the history of the whole undertaki.ng, and showed that owing to the splendid response of the people only about :900 of the 4'2,500 remained to be raised. It is hoped by the proceeds of these opening services, the completion of the 10,000 Shilling Fund (splendidly organized by Mr. S. Ken-worthy) and a grand bazaar, to be held in March next,% to very materially reduce the remaining balance. After the ceremony about 400 people sat down to lea provided in the other rooms of the Ashwell Estate.

The evening meeting took the form of a conversazione. A musical programme was rendered by the choir, and helpful addresses given by Rev. W. Wharton Mold and Mr. J. E. Henderson, of Halifax' (District treasurer). On Sunday, October 21st, the special preacher was the Rev. Principal A. Soothill, B.A., of Ashville College, Harro-gate. The congregations were large, and his messages will live with us.

Perhaps the most impressive service of the whole aeries was that held on the Sunday afternoon, when the New Hall and certain gifts of windows and furniture were dedicated to the service of God. The pastor presided, and made a brief statement relating to those in whose memory the windows were .given. Sonic related to young men who had made the Great Sacrifice in tho War, others to the memory of old members, relatives of members and to Sunday School scholars. The whole service was a deeply moving one, and special reference should he made to the wonderfully effective way in which, when the ten-sion was very great, Miss Annie Brown, a member of our -choir, sang "0 Rest in the Lord." This solo was followed by a touching address by Principal Soothill.

The New Hall will be used on Sundays by the Inter-mediate ,Department of the Sunday School, and its com-pletion makes our school premises easily the best in Bradford for the purposes of a fully graded Sunday School.

F. E. W.

Miss Mary Ann Marsh, Worksop.

OUR Worksop Church has lost a valuable and inde-fatigable worker in the sudden death of`Miss Mary Ann Marsh. The news of her death conic as a great shock among a large circle of friends. Miss Marsh, who was only 47 years of age, appeared to be in her usual health on October 11th, but was taken ill the next day and passed away on the followinc, Sunday morning. For many years Miss Marsh had been a consistent worker for and a staunch supporter of our Potter Street Church, and was actively associated with many of the organiza-tions attached to it. She sang in the choir for 35 years, and was a Sunday School teacher 'beloved of the scholars. The esteem in which Miss Marsh was held was evidenced by the large and representative gathering at the funeral, which was conducted by Rev. W. S. Green, and by the beautiful floral tributes from the church, choir, Sunday School and Band of Hope. A memorial service will be conducted by Rev. W. S. Green on Sunday, November 4th.

TO CORRESPONDENTS. In future all Editorial communications, articles

"news," etc., for this paper should be addressed to The Editorial Office,

" United Methodist," 12 Farringdon Avenue,

London, E.C.4. Correspondents are requested particularly to follow• this direction to save time and disappointment.

* * PERSONAL.

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Rev. A. H. Boyden, B.D., was the preacher at the 21st anniversary of Claremont Congregational Church, Black-pool, on -Sunday, October 21st. Mr. Boyden was the minister of. this church before he entered the United Methodist Church 17 years ago.

The many friends of Mr. J. E. Black (who just over a year ago resigned our ministry to study Law) will be pleased to know that he has recently succeeded in taking his LL.13, degree at the London University.

.* LOCAL PREACHERS' STUDIES. — A BOOK

WANTED. Rev. J. 13. Stedeford, Secretary of the Local

Preachers' Studies, informs us, one of the text-books for the Studies, viz. : Cheyne's "-Life and Times of Jere-miah," is now out of print and to relieve the difficulty would be glad to purchase second-hand copies, if any readers are willing to dispose of them.

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COUNCILLOR \V. A. PLATT. The ninny friends of Councillor W. A. Platt, of Bury,

will he pleased to learn that he has been appointed a County Magistrate. Mr. Platt is in business in Bury, and is well known in Nonconformist circles, having been for ninny years a prominent member of our Bruns-wick Church. He is apast superintendent of the Sun-day School, and has been circuit steward. Ile is also a member of the Connexional Young People's Committee. A member of the Radcliffe District Council, Chairman of the Streets and Plans Committee, and holds other public (aces in association with the Rechabite Order.

* * * * * THE BETTING TAX.

The teachers and workers at our Walham Grove Sunday School, Fulham, have adopted and sent to the Prime Minister and the Chairman of the Committee, the following resolution :-

""That this meeting of Sunday School teachers, meet-ing at Walham Grove, Fulham, who are endeavourinrf to train over 300 children and. young people for God and the homeland, desire to' express their emphatic protest against the creation of a new vested interest, by licensing bookmakers, or the legalizing of betting in any form, and further calls upon the Government to go to the root of the curse, by prohibiting all betting news in the public press, and refusing to allow the Post Office, Telegraph or Telephone to be used for an evil that is sapping- manhood and home life of the nation."

Let every Sunday School and Church offer a like protest.

* * * * * LECTURES ON S,S. GRADED WORK.

Rev. A. H. and Mrs. Robins (Westhill Extension Lec-turers of Newcastle-on-Tyne) recently visited Burnley, under the auspices of the Burnley S.S. Union, and con-ducted a week's lectures on Primary and Intermediate Work. Mr. Robins also conducted a Teachers' Prepara-tion Class, and gave a departmental demonstration.

Mr. and Mrs. Robins were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Layfield, who are members of Brunswick U.M. Church. Mr. Layfield is the President of. Burnley S.S. Union and Young People:s Secretary for the Ifurnlev Circuit.

* * * * * SON OF A 'WORTHY SIRE.

Gatty SellarS, the newly-appointed organist at Kings-way Flail, who is giving Wednesday noon recitals is a son of the late Rev. Samuel Sellars. His grandfather also was a minister of the United Methodist Church. Mr. Gatty Sellars was educated at Ashville College, Harrogate. During the last ten years he has given over 2,500 recitals in North and South America and Canada, and he has been heard ninny times in the principal churches in different parts of the country. when he has visited England before, and he will now doubtless be heard more frequently. Mr. Sellars evil be heard each Saturday at the Kingsway Hall Popular Conceits, and On Wednesdays at the Mid-day Recitals.

* * * * * MR. ARTHUR BARNES.—A GOOD RECORD.

After working on the footplate For over 52 years. Mr. -Arthur Barnes,. of Simpson Street, Armley, re-tired from the service of the London and North-Western .Railway (now the L. M. and S.), on October 26th, three days after his 70th birthday. For the past eight years he has driven the Leeds and Liverpool express. He has been a loyal member of our Tong Road Church for many. evars. He has been an abstainer for 47 years. He has never been hi a smash, or accident during the whole of his working career, in the course of which he has driven well over a million miles. His interest in the church and the fellowship meeting is an inspiration to many. All United -Methodists will join in wishing him a quiet, happy and restful eventide.

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YOUNG PEOPLE'S COMMITTEE. We are asked to announce that the date of the Sprng

Meeting of the Young People's and Temperance Corn-mittee has been 'altered to:April 1-3. In the "Minutes," page 78, it is given as March 7-9. This is a slip for April 7-9, .which date we have had to- drop because it

clashes with the, Conference on Christian Polities, Economics and Citizenship, to be held in Birmingham, April 6-12.

* * * * * ADMIRERS OF CHARLES DICKENS.

On Saturday afternoon week, November 10th, Mr. A, W. Edwards, of our Brunswick Church,. a distinguished member of the Dickens Fellowship, will .. be the hono-rary Guide to several historical buildings in Londoii, as- sociated with the novels of Charles Dickens. Friends from any a our London or other churches will he welcome. They should meet the party from Waltham-stow at Holborn. Hall (Primitive Methodist Publishin., House), at 2.30 p.m. -

* * * A DESERVED HONOUR.

Councillor Richard Brook, of Littleborough, a well-known layman in the Rochdale District, has been ap-pointed a Justice of the Peace for Lancashire County. For 19 years he has been a member of the Littleborough Urban - District Council, taking a full and a public-spirited share in its administration. He is also a valued member of the District Education Committee, to th. work of which he brings special qualities. Closely associated with our Smithy Bridge Church, as Society and Trust Steward, and Sunday School Superintendent, Mr. Brook has served the community with great ability. In him, the Smithy Bridge Church has had a second minister. The Rochdale District has appointed him treasurer, in the place' of the Pate Alderman R. Jackson. The Free Church Council and other societies and in-stitutions have in Mr. Brook an ardent supporter, one who is always ready to whole-heartedly maintain tie causes that make for righteousness.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LOCAL PREACHERS' LENDING LIBRARY.

The books in this library are for the use of United Methodist local preachers. Those desiring to read them are expected to pay a minimum of one shilling per year, so as to help to defrays-cost of postage. Each book will be sent post free, and stamps will be supplied at the same time for its return. Catalogues of the books, post free, CAI. each, may be obtained from the secretary, Rev. S. C. Challenger, Newlands, Ilfracombe. ,

* * * * * 'A SLIP OF THE PEN.

One of our Methodist contemporaries, in its issue of last week, offered congratulations to the Rev. Dr. John Clifford on the attainment of his seventy-fifth birthday. It was only twelve years late in doind

'' this kind act. Ili .

Clifford 'is eighty-seven. He was born in 1836. Nil prize is offered for guessing the name of the Journal in which the " howler " occurred. We may make a worz-.,- mistake ourselves next week.

CHANGES OF ADDRESS. Rev. F. Dennis, Kilkhampton, Holsworthv, Devon. Rev. J. Hinds, 7 Mayow Road, Forest Hill, S.E.23. Rev. Joseph Foster (Secretary of Probationers' Studies)

"Tegfan," Everard Road, Rfios-on-Sea, Colwyn. Bay.

The President at his Native Place.

OF all the places to which the President will go during his year of office, probably none will give him greater pleasure than the visit he has just paid to Lancaster. It is his native place, and the church at I3rock Street sent him into the ministry. To come back to it must inevit• ably have (liven rise to feelings which no other place could call forth. .Moreover, the return of a native who had received the highest honour his Denomination could confer upon him, was a matter of interest in the-town. So it was not surprising that the Sunday services drew a number of people who knew Mr. Pve in his early days, and Avh o had a desire to see and hear him after the lapse of years. The congregations, both morning and evening, listened with interest and profit to the preacher's mes-sages, and certainly the President left no doubt as to the importance he attaches to individual decision for Christ—that Christ who is the hope of the world.. The Monday evening meeting was unique in having the Mayor of Lancaster for chairman, and three ex-Mayors in the audience. One of these was Sir Norval Helme, a pro-minent Wesleyan, and another happened to be the Presi-dent's cousin, Alderman 'Wilkinson.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Pye, quite naturally, re-ferred to his past associations with the Church. lie pointed to the family pew and spoke of absent faces. After a graceful reference to the presence of sonic old-time associates, the President delivered a vigorous ad-dress, dealing with things that are vital if the Church is

• to do its best for the community. On the Tuesday, Mr. Pye visited the church at Wray.

In the afternoon, an old friend motored him to places he had not seen for over forty years, and this proved a helpful prelude to the evening meeting. It gave the President much pleasure to speak once more in the chari at Wray. A gracious influence pervaded the little sanc-tuary as the speaker gave utterance to certain homely truths having a bearing on the spirit that should charac terize a Christian community.

Mr. Pye was delighted Nvi th the visit to his native place, and those who heard him were impressed with nis message.

It is interesting to know that the church which sent the President into the ministry, also sent out Rev. John Baxter and Rev. F. G. Taylor.

At Our Own Fireside.

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The Loyalties. By Walter Cooper At Our Own Fireside ... Notes and Comments .„ With the Foreign Missions Committee With the Home Mission Committee ...

Copec : Great Meeting at the Albert Hall ... 524 London's Day; Anniversary Meetings of the London Church

Extension and Mission Committee ..• 525

General Smuts. At the very moment that our last issue was passing

through the presS, General Smuts, in another part of London, was delivering a speech that, may well prove to be historic. There is perhaps no other man in our Empire that has precisely his power and authority just now. He combines weight, with ability to distinguish between intricate issues ; and always there is the gldw elf a great humanitarian who has a firm hold on prin-ciple. He is no reed shaken by the wind. He knows what he means;_ and without fear or favour he says it. The whole world is his debtor, for he has spoken with a world-voice, and has spoken the word that needed to be said. He describes the present procedure of the nations as " a crusade. of suicide." With a merciless directness he told his audience of the awful conditions in which we are now living. He really believes, as we all do, that unless something is done, something bold and wise, -there will be widespread and unspeakable disaster. It is hard to appreciate the fact, that although the German army is•destroyed, Europe has almost a mil-lion and a half more men in arms than in 1914. The Treaty of Versailles, he says, is on his conscience. And even that Treaty, with all its defects, does not counten-;nee the proceedings of France in the Ruhr. He directly charges France with acting illegally. " Once more," be says, "a great instrument of European settlement has been broken." We shall all be eager to see how France receives this terrible indictment. There will, without doubt, be much protestation ; and Poincare will be sure to repeat his thrice-told story of woe and innocence. No one fails to sympathise with all that France has had to suffer ; but it is a higher moral achievement to be noble in power than courageous in adversity. There can be no doubt about it, that France is now alienating those who have been her friends; and if General Smuts's charge against her is a true one when he says, that in-stead of paying her debts to us, she is financing small and ambitious European nations, who are indulging in wild dreams-of military prowess, there :will be a 'sad sequel to it all. Let us hope that the silent party in France is a powerful party, and will now respond to the call, which is beginning to sound either the word of hope or the doom of- Europe.

But what can be done? A doctor who diagnoses is a useful person ; but diag-

nosis is only a preliminary. The remedy should follow, or at least the way to health indicated. General Smuts tells us the facts, but does not leave us there. He says : "The human principles are everywhere derided and degraded. The standards of living for the peoples are everywhere sinking to lower levels. Famine for large numbers is not far off." lie proceeds then to say : The time has come for a great Conference of the Powers who are mainly interested in the Reparation question." He is emphatic aboiit the necessity of America coming in, "an active member, to hear her full weight." But will America come in? He evidently thinks so.. And it so happened that the same evening the _American Am-bassador, at a farewell dinner discussed this \Tn.. qws-tion. Mr. Harvey was cautious and judicial. Ile ex-pounded once more the Monroe Doctrine; and sought to justify it. But it is not possible now for America to live as in a world apart. \Ve convey our songs and speeches by wireless from one end of a continent to :mother. And this may be regarded as a symbol of con-ditions which operate politically. We are now living quite close together. The hunger of Germany is felt in New York : the low sob of a staring woman is carried bv a spiritual wireless to the ends of the earth. So Mr. Harvey could hardly do other than Sat' : "There need be no question of my Government's entire willingness to take part in such an economic conference . . • . if requested to do so by all of the Allies chiefly concerned in German reparations." This is unmistakable; and our great concern now is to find out if any man among us is great enough for the occasion. A gleam of hope appears : we may not drift into hopeless and irreparable disaster. But how much happier we all should be if we saw in our midst the man who could come forth, armed with power and authority, and summon the nations to reason the one with the other. France must by this time be disillusioned. " My advice," says General Smuts:" is to have nothing to do with the Ruhr." We hope his advice has been followed, and always will be. It is possible, however, that if no man in England can rise to the occasion. there may be a sudden, and not sur-prising, demand, that General Smuts himself shall be the instrument used to bring together the baffled and embittered nations, that they may no longer persist in a policy which is working ruin and inviting disaster.

The Speech in Circulation. Since writing the above comments we have received

a copy of the speech by General Satins ; and the follow-ing note accompanying- it is one which we gladly reproduce :

"General SIlluts delivered a speech which at last calls a halt in Europe's headlong rush to destruction. Such a word from one of the foremost Men ill the 13ritiSil e0111111011Wealth olTers a lead to large numbers who in this country have longed for a constructive policy in European affairs. If General Smuts' proposal for a Conference is to go through—and there is no other hope —he must have the backing of all Christian Churches. \Ve would beg you to accept the following suggestions :

1. That an opportunity be found to emphasise the value and significance Of General Smuts' speech.

2. That you communicate with other clergy, ministers and leading people in your neighbourhood as to the planner in Willett public Opinion on this subject May he roused.

3. That you apply to this office (17 Red Lion Square, \\'.C.1) for reprints of General Smuts' speech for dis-tribution (cost, about k'.1 per thousand).

You will, we feel sure, agree that the occasion demands from all Christians both earnestness of purpose and speed in action."

This communication is signed by leaders of all the Churches; and We hope United Methodists will do their best to distribute the speech far and wide. 13y such means the Kingdom of God is extended.

The Prime Minister at Plymouth. It cannot be said that Mr. Baldwin added much to

what had been spoken with greater force and moral im-pact by General Smuts. The positions of the two speakers were of course very different. The Prime Minister is not a free man ; he has to be sure that his varied, and sometimes Wayward battzilions, are with him every step of the way. His speech had the lucidity and sincerity which •We have come to associate with every utterance of his. Ile gave three reasons why the Government have not followed up their Note of August 11th. The first was, the signs, which were at once apparent. of passive resistance 'breaking down in Germany. The second, the cooling together of the Prime Ministers of the Dominions, whose counsel and approval it would be .well to secure. - And the third, an invitation that America would be twilling to join in an Inter-Allied Con-ference. But the presentation of such reasons would suggest that steps may be taken at the earliest moment of a very serious kind. And the words which Mr. Bald-win addresses to France are without doutit the most im-portant part of his speech. "And I beg of him (M. Poincare) to consider for himself, for his nation, for us, and for the world, once, and twice, and thrice, before he refuses the invitation." with these soienin words

sent out to reach the ears of France, the Prime Minister passed to the consideration of other topics. \Ve can only hope and pray, that the moral force and passion of the world, will be liberated by such speeches as that of General Smuts, so as to direct and even control the policy of the Governments' concerned. The reading of Alr. Churchill's volumes makes us Unhappy; for lie shows how statesmen; and soldiers, who were thought to See clearly in a day of crisis, were stumbling and fumbling, and were divided among themselves, while the war developed into such proportions as spread devas-iation and sorrow throughout the world. Will some-thing of that kind happen again? It will, if either blind revenge or a timid statesmanship has the helm.

Charity begins at Home. One of the natural results of the Church of England

discussing re-union with other Churches is that it is made painfully aware of its own divisions. It is no news to us, that within the far-flung borders of the Anglican

Church . there arc sections which, if not hostile„ are un-able to meet in a real spirit of brotherhood and co-operation. It is not. possible for us to measure the distance that lies between the Low Evangelical and the Anglo-Catholic; and We certainly have no disposition to glory in such differences. \Ve have always felt that the joy of such Churchmen as profess to see in their varied schools of thought and practice an evidence of Catholi-city WaS rather a forced and aanalaral joy. It looks very much like making the best that can be made of it. The xveakness of such inherent divisions is felt keenly by Lord flugh Cecil ; and he intends to seek a settle-ment which is tolerable to evangelical opinion, and yet, as he says, "offers some hope of escape from the danger of anarchy, zuld of a return to general obedience to law-ful authority." These are matters which lie outside our range, but all the same it is a satisfaction to know that the game of make-believe is no longer being played. Re-union is simply impossible with ;_t Church which is split into divisions ranging from the ultra-Roman Catholic type of priest on the one hand, to the fervent evangelical on the other, tvlio cannot, as Imrd Hugh Cecil suggests, -live together." I lis words, rollick we shall quote, bear thinking about, and may be com-mended to certain Me 1 taoc.s.:s, who, as Mr. Isaac Foot has remarked, though sons of Judah, are ready to em-brace Issaehar and Naphtali, but will not shake hands %vith Benjamin. Lord llugh says : \Ve must all love the Christians of our own communion as much as We love Christians outside." Whether Lunt llutih Uccil will ever be the instrument of the much-desired unity within the Anglican Church may be questioned ; but its consummation would add to the moral and spiritual forces of the world, and make re-union easier of accomplishment.

Copec. It would be well for the young people of

and, indeed, all such as are concerned in the coining uI the Kingdom of Ged, to become acquainted with the work now being done by the organisation that bears the strangely unsuggestive name of Copec." It. is felt by an increasing number of people that things Cannot g'o on as they are. The War reVealed the inag'ililicent re-sources of youth, and the balikruptcy of the Christian mind. To-day there is heartless competition and un-speakable poverty. Our slums and our unemployment, poor houses and educational Wastage, a policy of "ca' canny" and of "grab," ate all parts of a great Whole, which menaces civilization itsell. I hit Ow discovery of the moment is this : that while the statesman is obviously helpless, the Church is just as obVioliSly at sea. Smile-, thing must be done; but how is it 10 be tinIV'? Altd, 111- St

of 111, that exactly is it that must be done? It is to this plight "Copec" is addressing itself. The Churches, one and all, are giving themselves to corporate study and prayer. The most resolute endeavours are being made to explore the obscure recesses of this prohlene ()ties_ tionnaires have been issued, and up and down the country groups are being formed to face the facts, and ascertain precisely how Jesus is the Life, the Truth, the Way. We should like to hear of such groups in United Methodism. This is the kind of work we need to do, while other work need not be left undone: In many cities and towns meet-ings are being held to rouse attention and stir Christian people into determined and informed action. The great Conference to he held in Birmingham next spring Wray well form an epoch in the history of this colIntry. It will be attended by some fifteen hundred delegates ; and the results may be equal in magnitude and power to those which we associate with the great Edinburgh Mission-ary Conference of 1910. There-are no limits to the in-fluence of a band of consecrated people tvlio resolve at all costs to know " what Christ's teaching and life reveal to be God's intention and will, and how can this will, thus made visible, be done upon earth)."

The Bible. 1)r. I lorton discusses in the current !neither of "'rile

Congregational Ow-telly " what lie calls "The altered view of the Bible." Ile is conscious apparently, as most of us are, that we still have with LIS a liUniber of people who hold tenaciously to views of the Bible, which date from, and are a heritage of the days, when the Bible was substituted as an infallible authority for the Church. Many of our teachers and preachers to-day are conscious of a 'division in the thought of the congregations, which goes very deep indeed. Many devout people Speak of " the whole Bible-" without any regard for what history, scholarship, and even our Lord Himself has to say. They regard the Bible as a compact, complete and sacred whole. In their view it is inspired from the first sentence to the last, and the value of one book in the Bible is almost precisely that of any other. The story of the formation of the Canon is one they. do not wish to hear. And, what is perhaps worse than all else, these custo-dians of the word of God do riot hesitate to attack those who are not able to agree with them, as wilful destroyers of 0 precious gift which has come directly from the hand of God. It is quite possible that exponents of the views which are the result of modern inquiry and research, have only themselves to blame in many cases. They have assailed with a cynical ferocity, positions that should have been explored and explained with a proper regard for the sentiments of those with whom they disagreed. -Hence we have had in a number of instances two classes of people. The one is certain that the details In the Book of Jonah are to be accepted as literal his-tory ; and the other has held such views up to a kind of ridicule. The day has come when it is the duty of us all to show how that priceless little book is the most amazing missionary book in the world. We have done nothing worth doing, if we declare that the book is a parable and not history. If it is a parable, what does it teach? That is by far the most important ques-tion. We may grieve a few ; and the "Fundamentalists" may recruit in our own country ; perhaps from our own congregations. All the same, it is not enough to show that others are wrong ; that may dawn upon the people themselves if we are courageous and clear in showing what is right.

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Notes and Comments.

With the Foreign Missions Committee.

THE Autumn Meeting of the Foreign Missions Com-mittee, held at Baillie Street, Rochdale, on October 23rd and 24th, was notable chiefly for the fact that now, at last, after years of stint and. strain, long cherished plans of development are well above the horizon of possibility. To be a member of Foreign Missions Committee has rightly been regarded as an honour ; but with income insufficient, staffs depleted and volunteers for service few and far between, membership involved real Cross-bear-ing. Now, with the ,4;30,000 Fund approaching com-pletion, with a list. of volunteers such as any Church may well be proud to have, and with a people resolved to meet the challenge of the overseas field, we may well feel some measure of relief.

The Rev. W. Vivian presided on the first day in the absence of the President. Note was taken of the fact that the " Deputation," including Mr. and Mrs. T. Butler and the Secretary, the Rev. C. Stedeford, who left the Rochdale Committee exactly two years ago to set forth on their tour of our Mission Stations, were safely in their places. The scope of their effort fort antrthe worth of the report they have prepared are Only now beginning to be realized. But evidence of the Committee's appre-ciation of these things appears in the extent to which the policy of the Committee reflects their findings.

Plans were approved for the building of the Tong Shan Middle School in North China, an item of business which related itself in all minds with the sacrificial gifts and labours of the Rev. J. Ilinds—,iifts and labours which have mad, possible what could not ot herwise at the moment have been thought of.

Grants were made in connection with the building of certain churches in the Ningpo District, and toward the cost of extraordinary repairs to the College in Ningpo.

Wenchow business included the designation of Dr. U. J. Austin to \\*mellow, though his later work may be done further west, and the movements of our valued brethren, the Revs. W. R. Stobie and A. 11. Sharman.

In respect to Yunnan, arrangements were approved which are designed to retain the Rev. (:. N. Mylne, who has broken thm-n in our service :lad is extremely anxious not to be a burden to us, in our service.

Arrangements were made also for the stabilising of certain work for lepers undertaken by our missionaries in the neighbourhood of Stone Gateway ; this in co.-opera-tion with the Mission to Lepers, anti with due care to safeguard our -people from infection, our funds from depletion, and our staff from unwise additions to their alreaily over-abundant work.

It was decided, in response to the request of our West African Mission, to send a Deputation there, if practic-able, in the Spring of 1025. It was also decided to make a grant of ;650 to the Rev. J. B. Nichols, of West Africa, toward the expenses he has been put to during a very serious illness, from which he is still suffering. Mr-. Nichols' character tind work are highly appreciated, and much sympathy was expressed in the meeting.

Amongst the designations, in addition to that of Dr. Austin ;thove referred to, were the following : Mr. W. Perry, 13.Sc., to China, as an educationist, the exact location to be determined later. Nliss J. J. Fortune, B.A., to Ningpo, and Miss I). Doidge, B.A., to \\*mellow.

The Committee interviewed Mr. J. Jackson and Mr. 1. Scott, both students in their third year at Victoria Park and, after interview, designated the former to East Africa and the latter to China. Mr. A. G. V. Cozens also, after completing three terms at Livingstone College, is to go out to East Africa, so that our little band at work there is soon to have reinforcement.

On our policy for the immediate future in East Africa, the following minute was passed: "That our policy for the immediate future in East Africa shall be formulated On the lines laid down in the Report of the Deputation, namely, to pursue steadily the evangelistic work, together with such educational wort: as now obtains, ands while sustaining existing institutions, to allow all the develop-ments contemplated in our previous plans for East Africa to proceed as income allows."

It is not generally realized among our people how greatly the cost of maintaining our work in this last field has been increased by the stabilising of the currency 00 at florin basis. The call, also, to take over the over-sight of the Tana River stations, which was felt to be imperative at the time, and could not be set aside with-out leaving these societies derelict. has added considera-bly to our labour and expense. There have been differ-ences of view also on the part of some who wished and sought only the best. Notwithstanding these things, lovers of East Africa among us (and they are many) have real hope of the future.

Two features of our proceedings, of which more will be heard, were the submission by Dr. Lloyd Snape, on behalf of the Educational Sub-Committee, of an Educa-tional Policy for our overseas field, and the decision to work out, in conjunction with the overseas District Ex-ecutives, a "Self-Support " Policy.

The Baillie Street Missionary Meeting was, as usual, a great time. Mr: Butler presided, and addresses were delivered by the Revs. J. W. Heywood, Dr. Candlin and C. Stedeford. Thanks were accorded, on the motion of the Rev. \V. E. Soothill, M.A,. who is again a member of the Committee. The report shoved the astonishing total of 4;883, contributed to missions by the Baillie Street Circuit and of 4;365 from the I3aillie Street Church. The collections for the Sunday and the Tues- day were 4.90 2s. 4d., an increase Of Rs. 2d.

Committee members were entertained in the homes of the people, and to lunch and tea in the Baillic Street schools. These kindnesses were, as always, deeply ap-preciated and warmly acknowledged.

J. E. M.

With the Home Mission Committee.

----- Tins Home Mission Committee met in our Ebenezer

Church, Barnsley, on Wednesday and Thursday of last week. On Wednesday afternoon an inspiring service was conducted by the Rev. J. Roden. At night a public meeting- was held, presided over by Mr. T.•Gill, J.1'. Addresses were delivered by the President on "Things that Matter," and the Rev. 'I'. Shawcross on "The Romance of Christian Work." The singing of a united choir greatly helped to make a most uplifting meeting.

A large number of representatives assembled on Thursday morning. The President, urbane and alert, presided over the Committee, graciously supported by the Ex-President. The agenda was in charge of the Home Mission Secretary, backed up by Treasurer—ever ready with his sane judgment and sagacious counsel. Prayer was offered by the Rev. \V. Rickard. The Rev.

V. B. Chapman was.appointed Minute Secretary. The Rev. T. Sunderland gave a brief survey of the

Home Mission work for the past three years. The first year was largely occupied with organizing and working the Sustentation Fund. From that time the Depart-ment had centred upon stabilizing many of the weaker causes, and helping to reduce the debts of churches hin- dered by financial -difficulties. Nothing dramatic or spectacular had been accomplished, but it was clearly revealed that many churches which were in a precarious position were now on a sound basis, and going forward in efficient) service. Behind all this effort there had been a steady purpose to lead up to the aggressive evangelistic movement, which is now producing such fruitful results, The Committee evinced an eager de-sire to play some greater part in a forward movement, but clearly saw that this was impossible 'while the in-come of the department remains at its pre-war rate. One fact emerged in the subsequent discussion which all members of our Church should know : that our own Denomination is more self-supporting in its ordinary circuit work, than any other part of the Methodist Church. Only five per cent of our circuits receive help from the Central Fund.

Nlost careful consideration was given to churches re-quiring grants, and also to appointments for several of these churches for next year. The Committee were greatly heartened to hear of the improvement at South Durham Street, Sunderland. A very earnest discussion took place on Home Alission Propaganda. It was felt that our members should be informed of the very real %vork being done throughout the Denomination. :\ small committee was appointed to confer Avith representatives of the Chapel Committee in relation to Manse:. and Connexional Debt Reduction Schemes. A cheering re-port was given of the Evangelistic Campaign now in progress. The campaign will continue through the winter and touch almost every part of the country. A small committee was appointed to investigate and sug-gest literature which could be used in the missions, and also by the young converts 'in the churches afterwards. It was decided to ask all our churches to try and arrange classes, or meetings for fellowship, which would give the advantage of the old -fashioned class meetings, with modern methods and interpretation. Especially should efforts be made for the shepherding and confirming of the converts of the present Evangelistic Campaign. 13ut it was hoped that churches would not wait for any campaign, but seek to arrange such meetings at once. A " Holy Club," or more than one in every church would mean a transfigured church.

A powerful conversation on the imperative need of bringing men and women to definite decision for Christ, was introduced by the Chairman. Our President is one who has "kept at eve the faith of morn." Never did his passion for evangelism reveal itself more than in the address he gave in opening up the discussion. Many of the Committee—both ministers and laymen—took part. Sonic convictions which clearly emerged from the conversation were : That our churches' need is for men and women who have real personal experience in Christ Jesus. That the present moment is most opportune for seeking • to win men and women to definite decision. That our Sunday Schools are a most fruitful ground for winning disciples, but that here also there must be definiteness of aim. That there is a spirit of deep yearning amongst ministers and leaders to .see men and women won for God. Action was taken which it is expected will still further 4tdvance the crusade, which has already aroused such high hopes.

Various causes were dealt with under the Twentieth Century and Extension Funds. Arrangements were made for the. London Missionary Anniversary. As the meetings came to at close, we felt that we had been at grips with the real problems of our Home Nlission work, and that throughout the whole session first things had been put first.

The two Barnsley Circuits enteitained the Commit-tee with true Yorkshire hospitality. Thanks were ex-pressed to them and to the ministers, who had spared no pains to ensure the comfort of the Committee.

W. II. J.

Ti11111i011 (Ebenezer).—At the ‘veeklv meeting of the Christian Endeavour Society, NIrs. Pyise Jarvis, of Ba rn-staple. gave an interesting account Of her visit to the Oxford Summer School. enthusiasm was aroused by her graphic outline of the week's proceedings, and it is hoped that, as the outcome of her address, the Taun-ton Sunday School may be represented at the Shebbear Summer School next. year. — (41illcommon).—An excel-lent concert was given on October 24th, by friends con-nected with the Taunton -Church. NIr. 'I'. Webber pre-sided. Solos and duets were rendered by Mrs. Robin-son, Mrs. Maclennan, Mrs. Ilayward, and Misses Burton and Evelyn Hall. Recitations by Mrs. Tyke Jarvis (of Barnstaple), Miss Bishop and Miss Sylvester. Organist, Miss Piper. Rev. J. T. Ilenwood (the paster) expressed thanks at the close. Proceeds, L::3 Gs., were devoted to the circuit funds.

November 1, 1923

Copee. Great Mezting at the Albert Hall.

copEc, is not a pleasing word. The man in the 'bus Ist, not the shadow of a notion as to its meaning. It misla be the name of a small Balkan State, or some lisw chicken food, or a new-fangled rival to Esperanto, „r anything. As a matter of fact, some genius hit upon t p,. idea of describing in tabloid form the Conference on Christian Politics, Economics, and Citizenship, t„ be held next April in Birmingham, and he Ku. duced Copec. From the frequent use of the wm-d in the great meeting at the Albert Hall last Thursd:o., it is evident that the promoters of the Conference lilte it, so there the matter must rest.

Many thousands of people from all parts of Lonsse found their way to the Albert Hall last Thursday. It was a most impressive sight. The beautiful building \\ crowded with an eager throng of men and women intent upon finding a way of applying the. principles of Je,u, to the social, political, industrial and international life of to-day. Next year's conference, said the Bishop of Manchester, is intended to do for our social life what the Edinburgh Conference of 1910 did for missions. We has, not preached the social' implications of the Gospel N‘ lilt the earnestness that we ought, and now all Christian are combining in a Serious effort to give articulate ex. pression to the Christian conception of human society, and to undertake practical work in embodying that (-sit. ception in actual life.

The Archbishop of York presided. We stood for a few moments in silence, seeking quietly the blessing God upon the meeting, and after the silence we stn:; " Praise to the Holiest in the height." This was an alt of worship in which the Roman Catholics who were pre-sent could engage, for the Romanists are taking part in the Conference, and one of the speakers at the meeting was Father Day, of the Society of Jesus. The Arch. bishop said that the Conference intended to set up a great light, the light of hope. Christians believe that there is a way out of the present confusion. They imele the claim that it was only in Christianity could the fsn-damental principles be found of a just and happy wis order. The time had come for a great constructive ellsrt to establish a Christian order in industrial and political

Dr. Temple, as chairman of the Council, said all over the country group meetings were being Is and information obtained, in view of next year's C,,a-ference. There would be no new order of society x‘ith out a radical change in many* of our present cusuess. said 1)r. Temple. " The competitive system in educati,n is far from Christian. Selling out stock when tilt market is high, and with the knowledge of a lik,sly slump, won't bear looking into from a Christian point of view." Such words as these from this fearless young bishop caused—as Mr. Sidney Berry said later—a cold shiver down the spine. But when a new Christian oidt'r is under discussion the whole subject must come within range; it is little use talking of the sins of conscience-less "capitalists," and ignoring those nearer home. Whst Wesley called " Sin in Believers," will come-under t he searching scrutiny of the members of the Conference next Spring, no less than the sins of unbelievers.

A popular speaker was Miss Lena Ashwell. She cau-cd a laugh at the outset by saying that she represented inc rogues and vagabonds! Her plea for the education of the emotions of the people was eloquently express, d. "The greatest hunger of the race was for the groat li of the soul, so that men and women might enjoy the fine-t music, the greatest pictures, the highest drama. With all my heart I believe that men must love God. Th'Y cannot love their fellow men, they cannot love beauty. without first of all loving God." Miss Ashwell is doing a great work in addressing public assemblies of this sort, and her speech was one of the best at the meeting.

Later speakers included Rev. Sidney Berry, M.A., Rss. C. E. Raven, D.D., and Rev. Father A. F. Day, S.i• Dr. Raven spoke of the way every Christian communiiy had joined in preparation for the Conference.- Birminham was undertaking the entire responsibility Of Ow Conference in April, and was showing great enthusiasin in the work. In fact, the zeal and devotion of a va-t army of thoughtful Christian men and women through-out the country was beyond praise. Mr.. G. K. Chesys-ton's fine limn, "0 God of earth and altar," brought to a close this magnificent meeting.

From sleep and from damnation, Deliver us, good Lord! Bind all our lives together, Smite us and save us all.

The stirring words expressed the emotions of this vs,: audience of men and women who view with grave anxitff the world condition at this moment, and especially the condition of our country.

Can the Christian forces of the land, acting in cow-plete unity. awaken the conscience of the nation, air) lead the way to a social order in which human life at if' best can be realized by all? Can the social implications of Christianity be so presented that all serious politician, will see that it is only along these lines that a permanent social order can be set up? Tlw leaders of this great Conference believe these things can be done ; and if the enthusiasm of last Thursday's meeting can only be shatssl in every place where Christians meet together, then the great hope felt by the :archbishop of York will not fail of accomplishment. C.

Ilirminchant (Rocky Lane).—At the annual meeting of the church, Rev. S. 0. Rider presided over a good attendance. Various reports were read. 11". church reported that one sister had gone to Bowron House, two sisters gone as nurses. Membership, 155: financial position deficit, 4:67, for which a bazaar ha'' been arranged for February next. The schools have been reorganised on modern lines and graded. Th'" Young People's Legion of Service is proving a help to the Church and the Sunday School.

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London's Day. --- Anniversary Meetings of the London

ChurchExtension& Mission Committee THE officers and committee of this vigorous London

organization made an innovation this year •b celebrating the anniversary at the City '.remple, and by holding an afternoon meeting as well as the usual evening gathering. Their faith \vas amply rewarded,

'The afterntxm meeting was held in the City Temple Lecture Hall, under the presidency of Mr. C. \V. Hodg- son, an active member of the committee, and an ardent \Yorker at our Shernhall Street Church, Walthamstow. A good company of friends attended, who were constantly being added to during the meeting as others arrived from the suburbs, until by the end of the meeting the provi-sion made for the tea to follow, had to be increased to cater. for those participating. This unexpected support cheered the organizers.

After a brief statement by Rev. C. IL Poppleton, Secretary, outlining the needs and aspirations of the committee, the Chairman, in a brief address, congratulated them on the work they were doing, and the financial assistance rendered to new causes; the crea-tion Of atmosphere in the various churches, the formation of a League of Young Laymen, and pointed out the grow-ing need•there was for consecrated womanhood to come to the help of the committee in a suggested League of Ladies. The chairman spoke: of practical difficulties in church work, and pointed the way to improvement in the material and spiritual make-up of the churches in London.

NIrs. F. John Scroggie, of East Finchley, was wel-comed as a visitor, and gave a deeply spiritual and evan-gelistic address on Paul's message to the Corinthians-" Ye arc bought with a price," which indicated : (1) The covenant of redemption ; (2) The claim of possession and (3) The call for dedication. If London was to be touched and \von for God there came a call to each heart for full dedication to His service ; they had tried. every other way to bring a revival. A revival meant the con-version of the unconverted and the surrender of all to Jesus, for we were not our own " Ye are bought with a price." It was the simple Gospel message that won its way to all hearts.

At the outset of the meeting the Secretary had had to announce the absence of Mr. Frank Briant, NI.P., owing to an attack of influenza, but a welcome substitute vas secured in Rev. S. Gordon, who spoke of the needs

of London as revealed to him in his own work at Water- loo. Ile paid tribute to the Extension Committee for the assistance it had rendered to his church, which had given them a new lease of life and opportunity. Ile pleaded for increased support for the churches in the inner belt. It had been proved by census that :18 per cent of the people ill South London attended no place of worship, which was an indication of paganism. There was just as definite' a call to mission these people as there was to the people on the foreign lield. Ile believed in both, but the call. "Go ye out into all the \\ -orld and preach the Gospel" meant "go down to the people ill the New Cut," as well as anywhere else. They had an obligation to these people. They were to be a light in the \vorld, and Waterloo Road Church had been a light to that neighbourhood. Ile therefore rejoiced in the work the committee was th.iing, because it helped them to keep the light burning.

It was a good meeting, and the words of appreciation to the speakers were deserving.

Evening Meeting. There was a line rally in the church for the evening

meeting, which Was improved and Uplifted by the sing-ing of the united choirs of Brixton Circuit and Waterloo Road Churclies, under the leadership of NIr. Byard.

Mr. Herbert I !ales, of I lartlip, presided, supported by the officers of the committee.

In a statement by the secretary (Rey. C. 11. nipple-ton), he intimated that it \vas !aped to raise ,4:51$1 by the anniversary effort. 13v 1927 it was estimated that the committee would have distributed over 4:511,04.0. NIr. Poppleton appealed for young men to render service among the weaker churches needing their help. They were out for the evangelization 111 London.

The chairman. in his brief address. acknowledged the services of the treasurer and committee in helping them to wipe out the debt: in the Kent area. It was fitting that the country area should be represented in that gath-ering, as the young life of their churches was ever rowing to the metros olis. and they must keep burning the ligat of the La/11(14/11 churches.

R VV. T. Sunderland (home Nlission Secretary) was the first speaker, and in a statesmanlike address spoke of some of the conditions essential to the re-consolidation of the Christian Church. At the outset he pointed out that to-day there were many forces at work of a dis-quieting nature, but there .:were: still v it nesse% to the truth. In the conflict of the present day there was a new wave of evangelizing life. which they hoped would become a flowing tide. For the re-consolidation of the church they needed (11 a living faith on the part of all believers; the strength of the MethoOist Church was defi-nite religious expe,rience; 112) a daring policy : to sweep away the debts on their churches; to assist the work in down-town and rural areas. and to open out in new centres. During the past two years they had seen again the miracles of grace. and there was a call to ;di ni them to give themselves afresh to Geld in order to win others to Him. It was an appeal that found a ready response in the heart: of the hearers.

Rev. Dinsdale T. Young had a great rerepti+.0 in rising to speak. Addressity. the audience a: " Nietho- (lists." he gave a racy and fine address especialle to the young people on the principle: of NIethodism. Introdu-cing a story of Dr. Parker of one who came to him and said to the Doctor that he xyas aMethodist. "So am I,"

said the Doctor. "Yes, hut," said the visitor, " i am a Primitive Nlethodist." " No Nlethodism," replied the Doctor, is worth having that is not primitive." " \Yas the doctor right 'f" asked the speaker. In a glowing 111CS-sage that kindled the lire of the audience, Mr. Voting dealt with the adaptation of Methodism to the times ill \\bleb

" urgeo the voting people not to live on the past. The

1. I i"•il• 'They had a noble ancestry. but he

hest days 01 Nlethodism were the present, and he spoke of over forty years in the Nlethodist ministry. But did primitive Methodism mean that they must stick to old methods? Nloriey Punshon said that Nlethodism was a series ,4 adaptations. That was true lo-day, but he urged them as Nlethodists to be true to doctrine--they must speak with no uncertain voice of the .Bible as the Wool of God ; Of the surety of the Deity of the Lord J esus Christ, that Jesus Christ lived and died for them. The rapture of forgiveness of sins gave a new• potency to life, which they must seek to cherish in their life and work as Nlethodists. It was a great utterance and heartily ap-plauded in its conclusion.

Acknowledgments \vete made by sir. \V. II. Hart, president of the committee, and NIr. Nlallinson, J.P. (treasurer).

During the evening, \l is: Edith Hart "rendered very sweetly the solo.: low lovely are Thy dwellings ." (Liddle) and "God that modest Earth and Heaven " (Sanderson)• 'rile choir rendered two anthems excellently.

It was really London's day. and London did well!

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Clerk held on V. •ent ra t ). Rt•v. T. J . l ux gave a rini • address at the first meeting of the Young People's Guild. Ilk subject \\a.; "Live ‘Vires." •I'here Wa, a very large attendance. ()n the following Sunday even- Mg, a Service was held, at WhICI1 members from 1%\i. churches, \Veslevatls, C,atgrega-tionalists and Nhiravians were .1114.”;e111. There was a

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" WANTED ABLE CHRISTIANS." .\ iitousANI) persons gathereLl at the City Temple,

London, on l'ridav afternoon, and a great host in the everting. :112 the closing services of the Evangelistic t'aiii-paign in fifty London Free Churches last month, arranged by the Nletropolitan Free Church Federation. In every \\ :1\• the mission has been a complete success. The President (the 1t'v. I. ti%vessin Jenkins). the treasurer

r. John \Vein, and especially the resourceful, indefatit.,r- able secretary (Rev. I;. Rees), received many deserved congratulations. Even London, at least- around the cen-tres chosen for the services, has been moved. The mis-sioners, Rev. Lionel Fletcher and Douglas Ilrowle hay:: laboured abundantly. Provers have been many. Signs have followed. Thousands of C'hristions have re-dedi-cated themselves. .■ large number of recruits have de-clared themselves for t'llrist and the Church. The holy tire is spreading and leaping up in many quarters. Last Sunday week, at the Sunday School Anniver,,ary of Pack-ingtim Street !'nit -d Nlethodist t'hurch, conducted by

.\rthur Hancock and sir. S. Arnold, forty \ ()Ling people sought the Saviour.

Rev. F. W. Norwood, D.D., preached most help-fully to new converts and the re-dedicated, in the :11 ter- 110E111 Or 111.1S great closing day. \1r. and \Ir.:. Charles Constable prepared the \vay by singing Gotmod's " •1*110 Ling of Love." The \stink, ".\ Vr' :title to drink ttf My clip? Jesus. " •1•11ev st:titl. We are able," made an ;'restive subjeet for Dr. Not \\ ood's for Christians that are able. They must be able to drink the cup of life, its joys and orro\vs, even the cup of sac- I \vhich hecomes the cup Of tritenoli, \vith Christ as companion. Jesu.; is ‘waiting for alde people, enabled people. The use of the Bible :old pia\ er. fellowship and s:ccvice, makes ;Ode Christians, Stli'll at e \V;1111vtl 11,11.1V.

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111' 1111' evening. Nianv were there \\flit ate their delaors for enriched spiritual life and vigour. Not a few owe to them their first realization of Jesus Christ a. S:Ivioor, l'riend and Lord.

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TRUST DEBT REDUCTION. "AN APPEAL"

in 1918 our total debt was £2,245. In five years we reduced this to £1,200 at Bank and £200 Chapel Loan Fund.

We are desirous to reduce the amount due to the London Joint City and Midland Bank below £1,000 by December 31st.

We require £250. We claim the sympathy and practical aid of the members of

our beloved Connexion. Donations acknowledged by the Han Sea., JOHN SNOWBALL, 60 WESTOE ROAD, SOUTH SHIELDS.

Our religion is second-hand until we see Christ with our own eyes, think of Him through our own thoughts, live to Him in our own way.

This is a brief account of the innate dispositions which Mr. McKenzie assumes as essential for the explanation of modes of behaviour and states of mind observable in ourselves or those about us. The remaining chapters of the book are devoted to showing how the self is a unity in which instincts controlled by conscience and guided by reason express themselves in ways pecu-liar to the individual until personality is achieved. They are exceedingly fresh and interesting, and one lays down the book with a feeling of gratitude to Mr. McKenzie and congratulations to its fortunate readers.

JOSEPH LINEHAN!. •

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HANOVER, SHEFFIELD. FOLLOWING the trust anniversary at Hanover Church,

Sheffield, a social gathering vas held, when the meni-hers of the church and congregation were entertained by Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Baker. The social was of a dual character. -

(1) In commemoration of the completion of fifty years' membership of the Hanover Church by both Mr. and Mrs. Baker, who from early years (both being scholars in the school) have remained in uninterrupted and inti-mate association of the Hanover Church, and have through all the intervening years rendered continuous and efficient service. It might be said of them both that every organization has had their sympathy and support and the indebtedness of the Hanover Church to them cannot be adequately expressed.

(2) A thanksgiving social to commemorate the comple-tion of the effort to clear off the accumulated debt of .4;600 on- the Trust current account. The premises arc without any debt on the capital account. The guests were re-ceived by Mr. and Mrs. Baker, assisted by the Rev. IL V. and Mrs. Capsey. An informal half hour for intercourse prepared us for the meeting.

Mr. Is W. Schofield, well known throughout the Con-nexion, presided. Mr. Schofield this year completes 50 years as a trustee of the Hanover Church, and has along with Mrs. Schofield been closely associated with all the work of the church for an even longer period. Mr. Scho-field, in a short reminiscent talk, spoke of the history of the church and brought before them sonic of the " worthies" of days long past.

Mr. J. K. Baker spoke of the certainty of the blessing of God upon the work of those who seek to serve Him, in connection particularly with the work of the Sunday School, and reminded them of those who in his early (lays sought to influence him to seek the best things and to devote his life to the service of Christ. And through the years his own experience had been repeated in the lives of othcrs,:and if the men and women of the present were faithful to the opportunities of to-day, God Ns-mild crown their service with success in the bringing into the King-dom of the young folk who were the hope of the Hanover Church for the days to come.

Mr. Capsey spoke on the wonderful success of the efforts to obtain the',.600 (total received, si:61.118 6s. 8d.) and brought a very real experience of a recognition of the goodness of God. He asked for a more definite ex-pectation of spiritual blessing, for a more definite conse-cration of their lives in the service- of Christ and the Church, with a certainty that if they did their part God would honour all His promises. and the Hanover Church would continue to be a church where men and women learn to know God. During the evening refreshments were served, and Mr. and Mrs. Baker received a further expression of the respect and esteem which the Hanover friends have for them.

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THE UNITED METHODIST. November 1, 1923

Our Bookshelf. "Modern Psychology and the Achievement of

Christian Personality." By Rev. J. G. McKenzie, - M.A., B.D.

r ;HERE is a little book on a very important subject. Ilse author is Professor in Social Science. in Paton Con-gregational College, Nottingham. The volume is the third of a new series of Teachers' Books published by the National Sunday School Union. Its substance has already been given in the form of lectures to Sunday School teachers. Mr. McKenzie found the teachers im-mensely interested in the viewpoint. No wonder. The great subject of the relation between psychology and Christian personality is more and more arresting the minds of all who think. The author refers feelingly to the limited space allotted him. He evidently has much more to say. Doubtless the welcome that will be given the present effort will encourage him to give us more. Mr. McKenzie has a firm grasp of Christianity as well as psychology, and writes out of deep reflection and wide reading with a wise and winsome sincerity that will commend his teaching to all Christian 'teachers and the growing number of those who' are interested in religion and psychology.

The Book is divided into eleven short chapters. After the introduction' chapters two to five deal with the basis of personality under the following sub-titles : Instincts, Conscience, the Rational Element, and Individuality. Then come chapters on : The Organizing Activity of the Mind, the Development of the Will, Factors in the Achievement of Personality—Heredity, Environment and Education, Conversion and the Achievement of Per- senality. Psycho-Analysis and the Sustaining of Chris- tian Personality. The New 'Psychology and Christian Teaching.

Isn't that an appetizing Table of Contents? Tea-chers and Local Preachers, have you half-a-crown left after the holidays? I know how it ought to be spent. But one might object that too much is attempted in less than one hundred and thirty pages. The answer would be that a short yet comprehensive and competent book like this may attract many, whose leisure in these eager clays is limited, to consider the important questions with which it deals. Even those who are already acquainted with the subject will find a clear outline of advantage in the present stage of vagueness and confusion in the literature of the Now Psychology.

The keynote of the book is expressed in the view that the real function of the teacher is to create personality : A Jubilee Thanksgiving. the kind of personality we have S4111 in Jesus. Behind everything of value to man lies personality. It is per-sonality that creates value. It is a moral quality and a man's own achievement. After vividly defining the ahn of the teacher as the achievement of moral personality in his scholars, Mr. McKenzie proceeds to classify the material with which the soul starts out on the great

,enterprise. This leads to the very heart of his subject. I was delighted to find him doing justice to the truth of a very popular school of psychology and yet firmly pro- testing against its overweening claims. An outstanding characteristic of this school is the supreme importance attached to human instincts. Professor McDougall speaks of them as "the prime movers " in all human activity. Dr. Dreyer says, "Instinct prescribes the end to be attained, whereas intelligence finds the means of attaining to that end. Me. McKenzie agrees that without instincts we could not move, but rightly contends that they are not the only movers. They are the starting-point of character and personality=nothing more. There are factors in human behaviour not found in the lower animals, namely, conscience, the rational element, and individuality. The chapters on these topics arc most timely and valuable.

•Human behaviour cannot be understood except in the light of ideals. Character is achieved under a sense of what ought to be. Notwithstanding the prejudice assainst conscience, we have a simple impulse to judge actions as morally good or bad. The judgments of con-science are generally accompanied by characteristic feel-ings. - Conscience has stings. Hence we have an im-pulse to act on our moral judgments, an impulse which is reinforced by the feeling aspect. It is just because conscience has this element of feeling that moral con-flict can arise. Psycho-analysts show repeatedly that not a few nervous disorders arc due to the repression of the moral or ideal self as well as from problems of sex, fear, etc. Would it not be indeed strange if God had set us the task of achieving a Christian personality and left us with no impulse towards it?

Again, I■lessrs. McDougall, Dreyer, Holt, etc., re-gard reason as unable to initiate any kind of behaviour. Man is the irrational animal. !And yet, as Mr. McKen-zie remarks, "The man who is irrational in his behaviour is generally locked upl " The value of the new school of psychologists as against the old is seen in the fact that the latter worked on the assumption that the rea-soning capacity of the mind was the important factor; whereas the former contend that the fundamental forces in human nature are non-rational, namely instinctive and emotional. It seems like the swing of the pen-dulum: A sound psychology will recognize that reason has a striving tendency whose very nature it is to initi- ate activities towards unity and harmony. It is reason that explains and satisfies man's characteristic restless-ness. The fact that he cannot have peace amid con-scious contradictions can be due only to this innate impulse to seek intelligibility or unity in the universe. This is why stress is laid on the necessity of our conduct being rational as well as instinctive and emotional.

Another fundamental bit of material with which we start in the achievement•of Christian personality is in- TILE Directors of the London Joint City and Midland dividuality. Whilst temperament is largely a matter Bank, Lirriited, announce that they have decided to of bodily constitution, individuality is wholly a spiritual recommend to shareholders that the name of the Bank quality. It is our unique angle of vision, our attitude in be changed to." Midland Bank, Limited." A resolution living, the manner in which we meet life: Every 'child to this effect will 'be submitted at an Extraordinary has a something in him that ought to be given scope. General Meeting of the Company, to be convened shortly.

Tees-side Methodist United Crusade.

Tins is a• crusade, not a revival ; but it is based on the discovery that a great opportunity presents a chal-lenge to the Church. And great indeed has been every _ thing associated with this mission. For example, tats this as a sample of advertisement :

Who are these Methodist

Crusaders 1 Men who believe they are

In touch with Reality,

Concerned only for fundamentals, Out to bring that

Love for God in Christ To the souls of men on Tees-side, That they may share in these days

in the

• Beauty, Truth, and Goodness of that

Eternal Life!

Again, the principles behind the Crusade are sane an.l modern. The whole district has been carefully planes out and every house visited, and an "Ecce Homo" can: and a carefully written appeal have been left at ever-- house. The face of our Lord with a beautiful back-ground, artistically produced, confronts one at cuss., coign of vantage. The Churches have used their bran; in concronting the people with the challenge. Mon have been made to draw peoples to local centres in thei:- own neighbourhood, so that when a. mission is registers' it .costs something and counts for sincerity and real business. Such decisions are seldom repudiated after-wards. Further, the type of missioner has been cart -fully chosen to suit the local areas. The literature usss is a credit to the artistic taste and sound common sere• of the organisers—all of whom have thrown themselsi „ into the campaign. The press has given publicity to th.• movement, and has reported the daily gatherings. lie si Methodist Union has generated a spiritual atmosphoss in which the crusade has been conducted in real Chsi-tian fellowship. Sanity, reticence, joyous song, dr.,., devotion and real spiritual emotion have blended will, strenuous lighting, inch by inch, in mental battles cm..- fully thought out, and determined attacks upon strum-holds of vice and wickedness. 'Save for the usage the United Methodist Home Mission picture, "Ecss Homo, " Is it nothing to you?" this crusade marks new departure.

A fleet of motor cars conveyed the crusaders to distant Outposts, where open-air meetings were held in severs! different places. Decisions were won in the market-plat . in Stockton-on-Tees. A public-house drive brought scores of men to the midnight meeting, and many sign the pledge and came to church in mufflers to sing. " Won-derful Jesus." The holiness meeting was a memorahls heart-searching time, when many rose for reconsecra Lion. Everywhere the Passion of Our Lord has touchy .i the hearts of men and women. The Brotherhood muss ings swept strong men from the fringe of things int.. open discipleship. Several football teams were mouss! to open confession of Christ, and in every area score of these young men preached in the open air night aft night. Fallen women, drunken men, intelligent clean-- living people, gentle-hearted girls and strong .youn.s men have publicly witnessed to this Saviour. The out-standing thing has been the open stand. of young men when every eye was upon them. Young children hays been excluded. Those over fourteen only were admitted to the services.

Evers- day testimony meetings have been held in the Central Wesleyan Church. They have been dais meet-ings. One day ministers were deeply moved, many were in tears, the tension was moving. That day several uvere won in the open air, and business men stopped outside. the Corn Exchange in Stockton es listen to -the story of the Cross. Ex-jail birds, black-listers and bad characters have been drawn in, and every effort is being made to prevent lapses. A local preachers' meeting is being formed to train some of the tine material discovered in extemporary speaking during the mission. "Wesley " has been a hive of indtistry. A tribute must be paid to the heroic, intelligent and sacri-ficial service rendered by the Wesleyan ministers on the spot. They have given a magnificent and inspiring lead. Stich service in a common cause should bind the Methodist Churches in indissoluble fellowship. Labels and personalities have been kept in the background, and God has honoured such a bold and active venture in this northern city. R. P. CAMPBELL.

A Minister'S Impression. FOR the past few weeks a considerable stir has been

going on liddlesbrough, and if enthusiasm and ac- tivity and advertising. and every kind of earnest and prayerful preparation can assure a great revival of re-ligion, that deeply desired end will be attained. For weeks, committees of devoted ministers and laymen of the three 'Methodist Churches have. met and conspir(d together. Morning. noon and night they have toiled. Throughout Nliddlesbrough and Stockton and the adjoin-ing district, preparatory united prayer meetings have been held._ Large spaces in the Middlesbrough paper—tile "North Eastern Gazette "—have been occupied by advertisements and accounts of the coming mission. Thousands of cards containing the well-known picture of Christ, used in the Tyneside Mission, have been cir-culated,_ along with an invitation to the services in the

KING'S CROSS MISSION, 500 (UNITED METHODIST CHURCH)

Charlotte Street, Caledonian Road, N.1. Required

Oriental Bazaar Nov. 3, 5, & 6 It has become imperative that a great effort be 1113 ■ 11e_ on the above

dates to rake the sum of L500 in order to clear the accumulated debts on the Church and Trust accounts.

For more than eighty years this Mission has stood in what is now one of London's darkest areas as a witness to the saving Power of the Lord Jesus Christ. This cause is amongst the oldest of our London Churches. being built in MIL in the early days of the Wesleyan Methodist Association. During the years there have been alternate dark and bright periods. At present. the outlook is extremely hopeful. Financial burdens are the heaviest we have to bear. The Church i, made up entirely of working•class people. We make it our business to " seek and save" 111°,.e held in the bondage of sin. We cannot do 'without outside help. and make this plea for your Christian sympathy and help. so that again we can carry on the work free from the incubus of debt.

vial you help us to help others into the light and liberty of Him whose chief care and concern was for the poor and the °utast

THE BAZAAR will be opened on SATURDAY. NOV. 3rd, at 3 p.m , by

H. GUY CHESTER, Esq. Chairman : C. T. BENNETT, Esq. MONDAY. NOV. 5th, at 4 p.m., by

Sir ARTHUR SPURGEON, J.P. F. W. RAFFERTY, Esq., L.C.C. TUESDAY, NOV. eth, at 4 p.m., by

Wm. MALLINSON, Esq., J.P. Chairman : J. W. MOLDEN, Esq.

A Great Effort Is worthy of a Great Response.

All Donations or Gift of Goods will be gratefully acknow-ledged by

Rev. R. KEY, 6 Ripplevale Grove,

N.1.

Chairman :

November 1, 1923 THE UNITED METHODIST. 527

Chats with the Children. various centres. About 30 centres were arranged, and init,cionerS, either local or visiting, were secured.

In Middlesbrough itself, a procession of witness was held on the Sunday evening preceding the beginning of the mission, and the Elite Theatre was packed for a service, at which numerous decisions took place. An overflow meeting vas held in the Primitive Church near hv, and was largely attended. 'On the Friday, a united inaugural gathering was

held in our Grange Road Church, the service in t he afternoon being taken by the Rev. Luke Wiseman, and at night a crowded audience listened eagerly to the ad-dresses of the Rev. George Armstrong, President of the 1'. \I. Church, the Rev. E. F. H. Capey, our Ex-Presi-dent, and the Rev. Luke Wiseman (Ex-President of the Wesleyan Church).

The dominatling personality in that gathering was undoubtedly Mr. Wiseman, whose association with G ypsy Smith has no doubt moulded his evangelistic methods not a little. But there, could neither be any doubt that Mr. Casey's address was the most winsome :ind effective.

Saturday was the day of reception and welcome for all the missioners for the whole district, anti Mr. T. D.

ry steward, whose evangelical fervour is well known in Ihe North, acted as host to a large and enthusiastic gathering. Instead of the usual " grace," the hymn, -This is the God we adore " was sung, and after tea we were asked to join. in "And can it be?" to "Sagina." Our own Connexional evangelist, Mr. Campbell, who was appointed to the Wesleyan Mission, and Mr. Hazel-line, the Wesleyan evangelist—appointed to Gilkes Street Primitives, spoke to us very earnestly and elTectivelv. Many " Hallelujahs " rang out in the large tea room of the mission where we were assembled, and missioners :Ind workers alike were in great heart.

On Sunday, in the various centres, the great crusade hegan with united processions of witness, and meetings in the mornings and afternoons. Large posters were dis-played at the churches, and pictures and announcements were in evidence everywhere.

At the time of writing, it is, perhaps, too soon to say what permanent blessing will accrue. The mission is still only midway through. Good reports of big crowds and splendid service come from the two main centres, Wesley- and Gilkes Street, and several of the smaller cen-tres report good meetings. So far as the smaller cen-tres are concerned, in many instances it seems likely that the outsiders may not be directly reached, and efforts will be almost entirely devoted to winning the young of the Church, and arousing the interest and enthusiasm among older members.

When the mission is over it is proposed not to allow such co-operation as has been found possible and help-ful, to cease ; but by mutual fellowship and interchange it is hoped to carry on the good work and also to prepare the way for the union of forces that it is felt must even-tually come.

HOW THE GOOD NEWS CAME TO THE CITY.

LET me tell you a story front an old book. It is about a siege, in which the king and his people were reduced to the very last stages of hunger and despair. When the siege ryas at its worst, the king who was out walk-ing, heard two women quarrelling, and inquiring- into the trouble, found that they had actually eaten one of their children, and were -disputing about the other. This discovery made the king desperate, and he resolved, as a last resource, to send for a man of God, who was said to be a seer. '!rile: man of God came, and in the presence of the king and his lords made a very remark-able prophecy. Ile said, "lie of _good cheer, by to-morrow, at noon, von shall have barley and meal in plenty, a measure of meal ft r a shekel and two measures of barley for a shekel." 'But one of the kings lords who heard the statement, ridiculed the idea. And no wonder, we might have said, since a mighty army encompassed the city, and even the rubbish was being sold for food. There were no aeroplanes in (hosts days by which a beleaguered people could be fed, as they have been during recent Years. So the courtier said to the man of God, "What's the use of talking in that foolish manner. Is God going to tumble sacks of flour from the skies? " It was a sharp anq rather sarcastic retort, but really it was enough to exasperate any One, to hear a so-called seer talking at random about impossibilities. The people were doomed to starvation and nothing could save them. But the man of God was unshaken by the grand cour-tier's cynical words, and his reply was brief. "Never-theless," he said, "it shall be as I have said, and thou shalt see it \Oh thine eves, but thou shalt not eat there-of." The man of God's words came true, for on the morrow there was abundance of meal and barley sold at the gate of the city at the price he named, and the kin's lord who hail been sent to control the crowd was tram-pled down in the pressure and excitement by the hungry mob. IIe saw, but did not cat.

But how did the great change come. about. Surely the courtier was right, and the windows of heaven had been opened. Surely a areal miracle had been wrought. Well, call it a miracle if you like, but it is %'err simply explained. In the night, after the man of i;od had spoken, some of the soldiers of the great :limy that en-camped around the city, heard a noise like thunder, and a great clatter as of a host of cavalry, and they were filled with panic, and began to imagine all kinds of wild ideas. Someone started the rumour that the besieged king had secured help from two neighbouring countries, and that the kings and their hosts were now rapidly thundering down upon them. This filled them with panic, and without waiting to gather up their belongings, they

arose and fled. It is not the only occasion in history when such a thing has happened. Once a well-knownarmy of Ancient Greece nearly met disaster through fright, caused by a donkey that had got astray and was clattering about ; and many people are convinced that the victorious German army at Mons Was only checked (tom overwhelming the small British Army by thinking they saw large reinforcements. But to return to the ancient story. It is very, interesting to know how the famine-stricken king and his people got to know of their good fortune.

Outside the besieged city were four stai win g lepers, and on this particular night they had got to the end Of their resources. stay any longer, where they Were, meant death. What should they do? " If we go into the city, what is the use ; we shall die there, also," one of them said. So they concluded that there was nothing for it but to go to the enemy's camp. That might mean death, too. It probably would. Still they migh t be spared. Anyhow, it was their only hope of li fe. And so

stay ay picture them starting forth in the dim of dawn, pathetic figures, made desperate by hunger ao, i thirst. Very stealthily they gained the edge of the camp, and peeped into the nearest: tent. it was empty. Food lay about, and treasures- were strewn 011 tilts floor. Thi.v crept to another tent, and another. These, too, were empty. They hurried along from tent to tent. The host of the enemy hall gone. They went a (cm „„,; ate ravenously, then they began to gather up the trea-sure and to hide it, first from one tent and then another. And one of them said to the others, We do not well if we 1101d our Peace, wece, for e have good tidings "; away they went at once to the city with their gctul nowS. And when the king' heard Of it, he sent out horsemen. who found that the enemy had left the country in such great haste, that their garments were strewn along the roads they had travelled.

Great were the rejoicings that day as the spoils of food and treasure were In ought in, and barley and meal was sold g. at the gate, accordin to the saying of the mon of God. That is the end of the story, and it is worth telling, for its own sake. The lessons are plain to those who seelc• One is that when we have done our best, ;old can see no way out of our t roubles and difficult may yet find a very simple and natural ■vav out for us.A w And another is this : let us beware “ re of seltishne. We will not blame the poor lepers, for being- fascinated by their sudden good fortune and forgetting for an hour the need of others in the famine-stricken city.

They soon realized that it was wrong to enjoy the good things and hold their peace. And what they felt is just \\hat everyone worth his salt always feels. If vol I have a good thin g, share it. If you have good news, tell it. Ivery missionat y, every reformer, and every

m huble Christian citizen surely says in his heart, " I have gird tidings. I do not well if I hold my peace."

J. 13. 13RooKs.

AGED & AFFLICTED MINISTERS and the WIDOWS OF MINISTERS On 31st August, 1923, the following amounts had been received towards the £80,000 Fund :

Our People, 140,000 members £62,277 Our Ministers and Widows, 876 altogether £4,380

Our Ministers and Widows—an average of Two Pounds each Many of them are quite unable to give anything ; they are, indeed, dependent on others. Yet we are asking for an average additional oft of £2. Some have already promised additional sums of £25, £10 and £5. An average of £2 from 876 persons will make a total of £6,000 from ministers and widows. We have already received additional sums of £237 10s., £50, £10, £5.

Our People—an average of Two Shillings each We remember these are hard times, and many cannot give at all. Some of those who have already given have promised to increase their gifts by 10, 20, 25, and even 100 per cent.

We are asking for an average final gift of 2/- from all our people. We shall certainly complete the £80,000 if all our people have the opportunity of giving what they can.

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[The Editorial Board does not hold itself responsible for expressions of opinion by Correspondents. All con-tributions to these columns tnust be brief.]

Methodist Union : A further Challenge to the Rev. George Eayrs.

To the Editor of THE UNITED METHODIST.

DEAR SIR,—After my first reading of the article on " Methodist. Union : The-Present Pushkin and Duties," I

• turned up the Gospel of St. Luke and read the parable of "'floe Pharisee and Publican." 1 lere is the opening line of the article : "The proposal—the divine proposal as we believe—to unite in one Church organization the chief branches of Methodism is not exempt from the necessity for repetition." This is Pharisaism up to date! It is akin to the ancient form of Phavisaism, it deals with " Organization " and not Christianity as taught by Jesus Christ. We have all been asking what. is the mat-ter with the Church? 1VIly is it so \veal: and ineffective? The " matter " with the Church is the Pharisaism of which the quotation just given is a sample.. \‘-'hat a difference it would make, if Nye could rise to the height of Paul's expectation ,and he actually "budded together fur an habitation of God through the Spirit." To belong to t he Church meant to St. to be "joined to the Lord in one spirit," while the (.:hurch itself in his great phrase is " the body of the Christ." and each individual a member in particular of that body. Here the "indi-vidual member " is vitrilly and spiritually conceived, safeguarded and recognized as the member of the spiri-tual whole. No comment is needed.

If the conception of "Methodist Union " is 'recognized by its advocates as "Divine," and surcessive attempts to formulate a Scheme, as identical with "a belief in a divine leading," then. we are constrained by every law of logic either to reduce our conception of God, or the function of faith, or belief. I have not the shadow of as doubt that this present proposal for Nleihollist Union is "earth hot n," "self made," the attempt Of a conglomerate and divided Committee. The more the. Scheme is known, the larger the vote for its rejection will be. To associate "God " and " Divine ":nut "belief " with an expedient is to disclose a peculiar focus of mind. The consciousness which characterized the experience Of the " Upper Room " (the n111111101' of names together were about an hundred and twenty) is strangely other than this strate-gic' plea for Alethodist Union, hased upon a "12 to 1 ' majority.

We further read of "'Fen Years' work," coi l opinion upon Linion," "The issues now clear," and " What cannot be done." We cannot take up the sec-tions here named, but we could throw light upon this screen. '' if we sprinkle iron filipgs over a sheet of paper and move as magnet beneath the paper, the filings become active and combine and recombine in a great variety of groupings and regroupings. is this a. parable of Aletho-dist methods for Methodist Union? 'Mr. Eavrs assumes to know the mind of the :Nrchbishop of 'Canterbury: "While Methodists have been formulating their Scheme

it has become clear to the Archbishop, and to many that organic union of the Methodist Churches is the next step forward in serving- and saving the Nation 811(1 hastening Christ's Kingdom." And to manv, the next step forward . . . is into the Church of Eng-land ! Shades of Richard Chew, John Nlyers, Alderman Snaps, and Dr. Townsend, do ye ken beneath these "groupings and regroupings "?

"The Methodist Churches cannot go back upon their doings of the past few years in regard to Nlethodist Union." Why not? They have given hostages to for-tune. What fortune? "Churches like self-respecting persons, do not repeatedly and continuously adopt 8 cer-tain course and lead others therein and then change it, unless they find that they are mistaken in their course." I t would require a column to deal with the assumptions, the contingencies, and the confusions of this quotation. But one line will do. 1)oes anv scientific man, or busi-ness man, hesitate to scrap his methods, when his methods do not take in the facts of the case?

we would ewe our note wi t h a quotat ion f rom Dr.

Clifford ("Nfanchester Guardian " October 17th) :—Asked for an opinion on the condition of the Free Churches, Dr. Clifford said he thought the Churches suffered from distrust of themselves :

"They are trusting too much to massing themselves together in a vast ecclesiastical organizatitin, as though by that process it would be possible to effect the salva-tion of mankind. There is a tendency on every hand to reunion irrespective of ' fidelity to principle,' which as John Morley says, 'is the mainstay of human advancement.' • . . . am all for the incalculable value of the individual man." Good dear Veteran Clifford 1 This is very different ill

temper and bignessof soul from the heat and hurry of the "aeticle " to which we refer.

T. J. Cox.

To the Editor of THE UNITED METHODIST.

DEAR StR,--"Iteration and reiteration are necessary means for the apostle of progress." So opens the un-fortunate article on NIethodist 1.7nion by Rev. G. Eayrs. Reiteration is the autocratic and authoritative method of those who teach infants, useful and necessary for in-fants, but it proves nothing. A statement does not be-come true by frequent repetition. If \1r. Eayrs• repeats one thing 'and an equally persistent, opponent repeats its opposite, the result is not_ truth, but an absurdity. Me Eayrs, however, is quite convinced of the cogency of this method, for he starts by referring to union as "the divine proposal as we think." \\'c appreciate the modesty Of "as we think " but when Mr. Eayrs reaches the second

column of his article, union has become "this divine enterprise" without any qualifying clause. In the third column it is "this holy cause of Union." Thus sug-gestion begets conviction. .We have often thought there was more reiteration than logic about some unionists' writings, but we never thought the method had official sanction.

From beginning Co end this article evidences the same lofty assumption of spiritual superiority AvhiC11 we have complained of previously. On the one hand, there is no obstacle "which with good will cannot be overcome "; on the other, "the divine blessing" rests upon unionists, as may be seen in the " Increases of membership recorded by this year's Conferences." I suggest to Mr. Eayrs that he has very much overworked the two adjectives "divine " and "holy " in this article, and I hope he will take the suggestion with " the good temper " he recommends to others.

Then this "apostle of progress " says "the Scheme's vital regulative principles are those of Methodism as Wesley left it." So we are progressing backwards to the 17tH century! First, we throw overboard the Nletho-dist Reformers; next, with the Archbishop's approval of the Scheme we have the way made easy to get rid of the Noneonformist Reformers, and so straight ahead to the Pope. I know NIr. Eayrs says: "In embryo, this system is found in the New Testament," but that is a point to be proved.

After two columns of laudation for the majority, NIT-. Eayrs proceeds : "The merest tyro in historical study knows that every.movement has been born in the mind and heart of a few idealists, often a solitary dreatner." I should like to have said that for the minority, but I have lost the chance, for Mr. Eayrs gathers On to his capacious shoulders the virtues of minorities and majori-ties alike, unconscious of any incongruity.

The fact is, there is scarcely a sentence in the whole article but needs either modifying or erasing. Before closing, may I ask two questiors? (1) Mr. Eayrs is anxious about the majority at the next Conference. Is the vOte of the Representatives to Conference to express the opinion of the District. or Circuit they represent, or simply their own private view of this matter?

(2) Respecting the directions of Conference to Ouar-terly Meetings re exchange of pulpits, etc., Mr. Eayrs says : "These should be brought before the Circuits:" "This is to be done in every Circuit, and by every Cir-cuit." Suppose a Cii cult and its ministers do not want exchange of pulpits, etc., ate they still under obligation to carry out the directions of Conference? In other words, what is the relation of United Methodism to the principles of Representative Government?

Yours sincerely, J. T. NEWTON.

Methodist Union : Reply to Rev. George Eayrs.

To the Editor of THE UNITED METHODIST.

DEAR Siit,—At the outset of my re 1p.y to the Rev. George •Eavrs let me disclaim any intention or desire to be personal. impersonal, or anything else that will Wound the susceptibilities of the most sensitive. There is no bitterness or ill-feeling behind what I write, but I did think, and do still, that the suggestion of Mr. Eavrs, coming as it did after tw-o full-page articles within one month (in contrast with three or four short letters from the opposite side), was scarcely "playing the game " as it- ought to lxr played, and fully merited the word - I applied to it.

Eavrs's deductions from numbers are absolutely counterfeit. Conference voting, as illustrated by Mr.

L II. Bates in his letter this week, simply expressed a pious declaration for continuance of negotiations on the part of anumber of the delegates then assembled (mos-tiv ministers), and did not in any sense reflect the opinion of the rank and file Of our who, after all, are the persons most concerned in the matter. NIr. Eayrs, therefore, ought to cease his talk about "majority" and " minority." The ratio, indeed, is inverse to what he makes it out to be. What about the 31(1 circuits and 120,8.12 adult members who have suspended judgment and sent up amendments of a drastic character? Are they to be allowed only a thin squeak now and again in your columns, whilst NIr. Eayrs and his confreres go on thundering- forth in full page articles and lengthy replies, in the hope (and expectation) no doubt that the noise of a big flourish of trumpets will Lring down the walls of opposition. lint the " walls" still ,stmul. un-shaken, and, given the opportunity, those behind them are likely to send forth a strong counterblast. What we ask, sir, is not. any Unfair allowance Of space (though in view of our numbers we might reasonably claim it), but an equal opportunity and space with Mr. Eayrs and others to give expression of our views on a matter of grave import to Our beloved Church. With nothing less shall Nee be satisfied.

My prediction a fortnight ago, viz., that publicity of our views would speedily dispel the misty claims and theories of the so-called "majority" has already had an elfect. Nlr. Eayrs's vaunted "12 to 1 in favour is now reduced to " 1 I to 1." The shedding of a little more light will probably have the effect of causing a still further drop and bring the comparative fig-ores nearer their proper proportions. Let me remind Mr. Eayrs that a mere re-statement of a declaration is no reply to my criticisms, nor is it convincing proof of the accuracy of his deductions.. The rev. gentleman, I see, is prone to answering his own queries, in fear possibly lest the reply of others. should be against him. I again challenge his Modified statement of "II to 1." No, sir, it is. certainly not a "fair inference." that 1,(15.1 out of 1,8117 favour Union. On the contrary such a statement is quite un-justifiable and entirely without foundation, as the figtires

in the "Minutes" clearly demonstrate. Even the sum-mary on page 15, to which he refers, won't bear the interpretation he seeks to place upon it. The report of Messrs. French, Horton and Smith, as therein contained merely gives the number of Quarterly Meetings (1,8o7; and that there were 153 Quarterly Meetings whose resole. Lions state or imply that negotiations should be discus. tinue(l. Not a word about "in favour" or " against.' This figure of "1 53," too, is somewhat hazy, for on t). 1.) of the " Minutes" we find 174 Wesleyan circuits retort ....1 as against the Scheme and Union, not to mention th.. 90 Primitive Methodist circuits) that rejected the Schem,.. I leave it to the compiler to reconcile the zipparel e discrepancy.

NIr. Eayrs also knows as well as I do (even better) that the United Methodist circuits were officially distinctly asked not to vote for or against Union. The same will, the Primitive Methodists. How, then, when they loyal!,, followed these instructions, can it be a "fair infer'enc- that they are in favour of Union." The rev. gentlerna ll is so presumptuous in his claim that in his calculation. he even includes the Farsley, Pudsey and Yeadon Cir-cuit, with its 1,344 adult members, whereas it would have been the easiest of tasks to persuade our circuit meo. ing to reject the Scheme in toto. The numerous amend-ments we (lid pass were decided by vote of 40 to 50 to :; (a trio of ministers), and a resolution submitted 1)V (JrO minister at the end of the meeting- asking- Conferee, to continue negotiations received the support of only seven representatives. This, I firmly believe, is typic:d of a large number of our circuits.- Mr. Eavrs is either entirely lacking in knowledge of the strength of feeliti s. which lies behind our amendments, (amendments repre-senting 90 per cent. of our membership), or he wilfully closes his eyes to these strong forces of opposition. Out. - spokenness is sometimes necessary, and, knowing sone._ thing of the strong antipathy prevalent amongst our Churches, and in the North generally, I would give :t warning word to our leaders Our people will not I ridden into acceptance of a Scheme which, as does III,. One now submitted, so ruthlessly violates cherish,-.I ideals. If Union ever conies, it will only be accomplish, through a much different form of polity to that hither, presented. Thanks.for space.

Yours sincerely,

Wm. HY. ENISLEV

To the Editor of Tiff:I:Nut:A) METHODIST. DEAR SIR,----ft seems to me you have shown a very

fine spirit in ignoring the criticisms of our friends the "Opposition " ! In my opinion they get 11101-C Spat,' than their numbers warrant ; at any rate, they certainly are loquacious. I cannot think that they fully realize the difficulties of "carrying on" in rural districts; it i, the prospect of union—with anticipated relief from pres-sure—which butlys many of our people to-day. My cir- cuit Carried allWadalCats, it is resolved that both President and Vice-President he minister or lay-man, for example—but we were practically all for Union even as the Scheme stands. But, sir, cannot we present a united front ag-ainst the common foe, when there is so much to be done?

Yours, etc., I.AV-WORKER.

(Demands upon our space compel us to state that. with the exception of a brief answer required by the" above letters, correspondence on Elite special article. "British Methodist Union," published three weeks ago. must now cease.—En. BOARD, UNITED METHODIST.]

Thornton 1Ieath.----The annual circuit rally took place 00 Odober 10th at Carshalton The circuit welcome to the mm- superintendent (Rev. Willis Brvars) and Nfrs. 13t-vars was heartily spoken by Messrs. Veasey, Perkins and Morrell, representing our three churches. In reply. Rev. \V. Bryars thanked all the members for their very kind reception, and an for earnest c.,operation in the wide field of set-Nice that lies all round the church. Antherns Were rendered. by the Ruskin Road Church Choir. Mr. T. 0. Shutter (circuit secretary) presided. and Revs. I:. Cooper, J. E. Swallow and Sister Bessie also took part in the proceedings.

Letters to the Editor.

Yeadon, October 27th, 192i3.

To the Editor of THE UNITED METHODIST.

DEAR is with great reluctance that I expre.., disagreement with an inference that has been frequently drawn from the Circuit Voting on "Methodist Union " at the December Quarterly Meetngs. Rev. Geore, Eayrs, in his last letter to you, after referring to the fa, that out of 1,807 circuits in British Methodism, only stated or implied by resolution that "negotiations dour',! 1>e, discontinued," asks, " .1s it not a far inference 0).1: the remaining 1,054 favoured Union?" and answers, is." Most emphatically, I assert that it is not a fair in- ference. The United NIethodist Circuits were distinct)'. asked by Conference "not to register et vote for (e. against Union." I could name circuits that were (VII,

prepared to vote definitely against further negotiations, but the chairman ruled the motion out of order, and insisted that the meeting shoUld "discuss the scheme nn.i suggest amendments." In one case I know, it meant nearly three hours of hard work, anti a whole sheaf e; amendments, but Conference instructions were observed.

I am a Unionist, and am in general agreement with the present Scheme, but I like fair play for our opponents. and the 301 United Methodist Circuits have not exPressed themselves for or against Union, amt it is not fair to count any of them as being • in !avow

Union.

In the interests of fair play, and, indeed, of Union itself, I hope that Nit-. Eavrs will withdraw that wrene inference.

Yours faithfully. FRED L. BUXTON.

November 1, 1923

THE UNITED METHODIST. 529

Mainly about Methodists. Lord Morley and Prayer. concerning any difference between the churches of their

past and present choice. 1Vithin easy reach of that PFAUIAPS the most suggestive of the tributes paid b.y

Nlorley was that by iIr. '1'. 13. O'Connor. The soubri- who were formed,

his friends to the noble personality of the late Lord church is a small I \\i .vis itevaNnts.

I Our columns hart lately

thirds Of the membership and of the workers nre of those

.. I ...etet...st (entree, wools. two-

quet, "Honest John," often used of .1Iorley, pointed to show.„ tha t united Methodists „tt„ei, themsel ves i„.. his utter sincerity, and purity of intention, and the differently to ‘vesh„.„„

or pr i mitive Ni et h udisi c hurdles

reliability of his principles and character. Ile would not where we-have no church . \\.hat \h of all kind..

s3v what he did not feel. While he reverenced and prat- want anywhere and „vervwlwre is that Methodists tised the highest morality, he did not, at one time, should o e e

, et

,n oo

,. sts—wirm of heart, and bust. with

recognize any of his religious experiences as related to , 4, hands, both aanes, earnestiv building the Church and claiming God, and he would not allow anv one to think that he the young and the

till for christ.

did O. To show this, he declined to use a capital letter

for the name of God. He came to see that his lack of * * * * *

such experience was exceptional, and that it was un-

worthy of him to parade his case, and offend thereby the A New Name for a Local Preacher. sacred thoughts and feelings of multitudes. Indeed, he Methodist local preachers, like their ministerial breth-

came to desire the spiritual guidance and empowerment ren, come in for !itemy of kindly "chaff " in the discharee tvhich he found that many received through faith in i ; o,r their most useful and honutirahle duties in the

God. 'When he was asked by Gladstone to become Secre- 1 1 caurcoes. Most of the quaint names bestewed upon

tars. for Ireland, he met the late George. Luckley, orta i em have lost all their humour by this time, such es Newcastle-on-Tyne. Luckley was a well-known Metho- . these _e locust preachers," a play upon their usual title;

dist local preacher there. "Pray for me, George," said and sexhatisters," in 1 )11,1(.0 of exhorters. A new Ink or

Nlorlev, " I am wondering what I ought to do." " But, e degree " has appeared in a witty incident , which is

11r. Morley," said Lucleleye " I understood that vou did nose going round. It is credited to the Rev. John

not believe. in prayer." "Well, vou do," said Morle.s., Ilornabrook, a dusted and beloved Ex-President of the

'. and I should be very thankful to receive any help 1Veslevan Conference. and Secretary of its Chapel Fund.

tvhich may come to me." Luckley gladly gave the pro- Ile tells of a lady who said that at a service in a

mise asked for, and- fulfilled the ministry of intercession -NV,' li.I 1 1 Illif ..•e,00tess courca soe oat. ..s.ened to a sermon delivered

for his leader. Nlorlev accepted the office. We doubt not by a preacher who was not an ordained minister , s eer

that he was divinely aided in discharging its difficult esen a local preacher "; he was called an "Exhilarator."

duties. Now Nir. O'Connor says that when he asked Every preacher, whatever his status, ordained or pit-

Morley how he felt about life, and old age, he said that hationer, fully-accredited local, "on trial," er only an

the aged statesman repeated the prayer offered by the exhorter, would be glad to he counted wortliv of the

late Pope, when he was dying and longing for the end compliment implied in the new name, "An Exhilarator."

of his painful illness : Libera me, Domine, liberate me,

Lord. As " Watchman " wrote in the " British Weekly," * is ,o * *

these things set one wondering as to what extent

Motley's mind turned in his later years. towards a deli- The Good News—a Gift, not a Demand. nite faith. Thomas Ifenry Huxley, "a doubting The heart of the Gospel was revealed in the addresses

Thomas," certainly felt the need of such, as his earthly and appeals of the Connexional Evangelist (the Rev. R.

life drew towards its close. I'. ("ampbell) and the Rev. Fred Barrett at the mission

service held in a theatre, on the StinllaC eVelling of our

* * * * * last Conference, at I I telt lerstield. Air. Barrett used

Jelin MacNeill 's story effectively. That evangelist went

"Probably " and "Perhaps " : to visit a poor widow in the Highlands, who could not

A Cautious Methodist I pat rent for her cottage. I le knocked and Is III ICI■ l'i

T

s again : but site did not open the dour. She feared it

he "Times " had lately a delightful :short article was the rent collector, who would threaten action be-

entitled, "The Beauty of Perhaps." It noted -that Lord cause of arrears. At length, Mr. NlacNeill ()petted the

Morley said in his old age, that Peiliaps is a grezit door. • " I thought it was the man to fetch the rent," the

word. .Nlontaigne taught him to like words of caut ion , poor body said. " I 'm not come to fetch the rent, I've

as "perhaps," and "probably," and it stay be.' Butler iwought i t,,. was the evangelist's

kind word. our divine

was the modern philosopher-divine who made much t f Lord conies to give, not to get ; to enrich, nut to such qualifying words and phrases. 1-i is great dictum :

whose H k mpeverish those at hose door e nocks. is that " Probability is the guide of life." Cautionary

words .bestrew the pages of his "Sermons on Human * * * * *

Nature " and the "Analogy of Religion." Ile presents

a contrast to. a mighty writer of the next century, "The Largest Denomination in .Nlacaulav, who seemed sure of everything. Butler has the World." had imitators even among Methodists, notwithstanding

'Methodists generall■,, regard themselves as belonging their customary certitude. In a meeting of :1Iethodist

to the largest religious Denomination in the world, ministers some years ago, as the discussion proceeded, one of them said that a certain condition of awk ward_ among Protestants. A quaint interpretation was lately

g-iven to that phrase, " largest denominatien," in a reply ness iright arise. He then relieved and greatly mysti-

made . to Sir Donald Nlaclean. Ile inquired of an fled his brethren by saying, and this in a manner be-

eThis conti„gency acquaintance .to tvliat I)enomination he !whinged-- gotten of much use, these words :

( hurch. o.f , England! " was the reply. "1Vhat perish would, however, not he likely to arise in inane, pas- are von in? " he tvas asked. " I (1011 't 1C1111W," the C. of E. sibly, and probably, at the most, in not more than a .

man .answered. few instances." The natural question of ar.other minis-

"‘Ahat diocese? " was the next question. To this a ter, "How often will this he? " was not answensl. .

sinulT- reply was made. . There is, however, a wise use of "perhaps." The fact

of masses watt , th ink ,t ha that , , veti, i beltiing, to the

is, Truth is many-sided ; Knowledge is always increasing ; .,“ \VI,lat ('Lurch re isngiann, men ! " sir Dona l,{ asio.e.

and a diligent student generally declines to be dogmatic,

H

I he reply was as naive end innocent as any such we

ence, he qualifies his statement with "perliaele " ■ have teem]. ,, I once went into a church," said he, "and

* * * * * 1 I heard the minister telling the (lIngregat II in that they

I hat., done ine things which they ought not to have (lone.

Methodist Union and Scottish 1 and left undone tho,e things they ought to have dente

ever sin :them fitted nee sit els! fi c e l'ye

Church Union. I thought ti 1el. ; (%.11,(1 myself . Church of England.' It must he the

A remarkable parallel may be e1 oe rawn between the ee,_ largest 14enemination in the world."

titres of the present condition of the endeavour to unite \I. \V_ Erwott r„.

the two Presbyterian Churches of Scotland, as stated by

the Rev. 1)r. J. A. Hutton in the "British 11-eckly " re-

cently, and those of the proposed IThien of the British Armistice Day.

Methodist Churches. Ile says : .

'Whatever it is that divides the t Wo Churches now- TIIE CALL OF OUR PRESIDENT.

adays, it is something which is regarded le- ordinary

Christian people as not acute or vita{. • For tine, As President of the United Methodist Church I hope

cannot be heid to be a vital distinction Iseween men t hat all our congregations %VIII obsr.rve the.7stemorial

or between institutions Nvhich, to tht. averag, eve. ,, .oet'me On Sunday meriting, November 11th. I venture

makes no difference. Duling a ministry of over .ix- t(+ make the fellnwing suggestions in regard to the

teen years in a great city, quite one-half of all wit, service :

joined the fellowship of the ClInglega I it In Were ;1(1.. I. Thai the service shall begin at 10.:l0 a.m., or witted upon certificate from cengreeations of the 10,15 a.m., accenting to convenience. Church of Scotland. If it be objected thet such

2. hat at 11 a.m. exactly, the service shall take the indifference to Denominational distinctions i.. ssissies_ T,

thing tvhich is probably inevitable to the life Of 6114.S. . . form of silent prayer for the space of two minutes. to Wincil the ‘vmsliiiii;ers shall reflect Ilium the five years of

the answer is that for good or evil two-thirds of our — Prace since the Armistice. may pray for all su fferers in

people live in cities. In any case, such is the fact body and mind through the effects of the war, and shall

and state of matters; and it is a dangerous exaltation any „Jr,. plead with Gts.1 that wars may cease for ever amongst

of the private conscience to persist withem the children of men.

!sideration of the facts— for such a view threatens to

put God „ki t of hiqnry. Hilt it is not only in cities :). The National .1ntlient in our ('lurch I lymnbeols

that the seal for old controversies has stib.eided. In to be sung.

districts, even in country purely rural district', the .1. The long prayer of the service to follow immediately

s„nie ,„inge,if of hard and settled prejudices has upon the minutes of silence.

occurred. r. Psalm lxxxii. might ter used as the Old 'rest:intent * * * • * lesson.

G. 'Elie serninn may properly deal with the value of A Common Experience. the (7hristian life to :111 national well-being and interna-

Many of our readers can endorse 1)r. I lutton's (pinions.. tiunal peace.

The present writer is connected with a United Metho- 7. An earnest appeal by the minister for personal dedi-

dist church in tvhich several most denoted workers were cation to the service of God.

formerly NVesleyan Methodists. lie never hears a word CHARLES PVE.

In the Temple. By REV. L. II. COURT.

IIYMN : "The 1:iipe, of Love my Shepherd is."

PRAVER : " \lay the God of peace that brought again

from the dead our Lied Jesus ('heist, that great Shep-

herd Of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting -

covenant, make you perfect in every good work to du

Ili.; will, worl:ing in you 111:11 which is we11-pleasing in Ills sigh'. through Jesus Christ. to whines be gluey ft:- ever and ever."

TExT : " The Lord is my Shepherd, I ,11;111 not want." ---- Psalm xxiii.

The shepherd psalm, even considered as poetry, is one

(if incomparable beauty; and in a truly wonderful way

the translators of the .\.\'. caught the spirit of the

original. Their rendering breathes the gentle music of

the sweetest lyric 111:111 ever composed. The plaint of the Shepherd pipes is here, and the lingering echo which

rings through the great solitudes of nature, where shep-

herds are wont 10 11111,1'. The C0111poSil 4)11 is full of the

pleesant, southing labials, and the guitteals are (sin_

spicuntts by their absence. F.very nete in the 'meetly is

such as to beguile the troubled spirit in man ewey to

the quiet haunts of peace- the peace which the tverigl

cannot give. Surely no one with an for music t'a't

repeat those gentle measures of the shepherd psalm

tvithout a sense of test fulness stealing over his ',mil. .111 the calm of sweet Noture's selitudes which shep-

herds 'snow so well, is here. The fret and jar of the

Iseneit tracks of own are forgotten, and it is the imisit.

of the gentle breezes that sweep over the green pastilles

and the pleasant murmur of the streandel that ere

heard. Note the transition from the tumult of the 2211(1

the peace that pervades Ilse •23141 te.ahn. .\nd musk and words divinely wed-

tletl to noble thought and 11111'e (.11111lion. it is (lit:simple grandeur of the 111011g111 hole that stle:II:s 111:111 . .: heart III the eternal peace. The ;miller of "Eve.. I lunie "

has truly obseived diet the pselin is "die Most cum-

Pico' Picture of hanninese that ever wes or cell be drawn. It represent, the %tat,. „f mind for which k, I t all sigh and the \vent tf tvhich mekes life failure . .

it represents that heaven which is evelywheis.

could

.

we Ine enter it."

\\hat a sublime philosophy of life is here! tvliet

grasp of the essentials! tvliat dai.ing of faith, end

what a splendid deduct ion ! .111(1 hoer well, tun, the

experience of men has justified it ! The lewd is my Shepherd, I shill' MI( W;1111 V 11 such 1:11111 ,t1(11 :I 111111( )sopil V lir.• what sold (-mild fail? \\hat life cutild lack runiance, security, peace. Steel). it was a great step forward in tIle I 1 ion or God When Ile (11111(1 feel It) 1;1 ,114111 his thoughts of the Holy One this sweet simile of (he "" "1 shepherd. t here was 110 figure which the I I ehrew mind more fondly cherished for the setting forth of Jehovah 's re- lation to Isis people. Isis solicitude fur their welfare

and His tender care for ;ill their needs. It rims through

all the inspired writings, and it is little wonder that the sweet pa■toral nude has so grandly influenced buds Hebrew and (.'hristian thought. It is one of the Inea expressive symbols le the mind of the East : fur oil those wide, mite-elected plains of the (b-lent, the daily hazard was gleat to both shepherd end sheep; and so

there sprang tip a wonderful sympathy between the

meets, dumb creatures and the man whe had charge of

them. Thus the pastoral %%se:akin made a great appeal

to the mind of the old prophets and the imagination of

the Early Christian Church. It is the. favourite stinted ill the catacombs—Ow Goodplu rd..\nd aii down the generations every phase of the shepherd vocation has

influenced the thought of the Church. The minister as

the shepherd of stalls, and Christ as (Thief Shepherd.

The gentle Iamb, the mute, unresisting sheep, the pe--

teral staff, the Church :is the sheep-fold-.-..all these are

of the most ancient and hallowed traditions of the Faith.

And over them all towers this splendid rigor, of the teal, the Lord as Shepherd, guiding, provisioning and

protecting; His sheep : caring, too, for the unit as much

as the noels, and finally giving Ills life for the sheep.

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not w•ant ! 11.11at a steadying., consoling force is here! 11liat ;in escape

for the soul from all the haunting cares and fears of life, and from all the press of circumstance and the

unsolved problems of philosophy. How reaesering lu reflect that the best and greatest intellects of the its IlaVe collie hack from their researches to some such simple, lush-mike faith as this in the Divine order,

and se have found peace for their souls. lint there is

evidence that this great deduction of the psalmist \tete

(Wen 11101'e than illSI it \vas deep-rooted ill experi- mental knowledge of the dealings of God. The tvistluni, goodness and IllerCy of ;0(1 had been evident in his tiwii experience, and it ts•as 0111 Of a full heart he sang, "The. Lord is im. Shepherd, I shall not want." Happy, in-deed, is the man with such an experience, who call

gather all she vast reaches of religion to this one

culminating points—God loves me, cares for me, orders nry steps, when I am responsive to His gracious

Stich a conception of life is staggering to the mere

theorist and the philosopher; but it is within range of

the simplest soul that will devoutly experiment with God. .1nd more, it is definitely encouraged by our blessed Lord Himself. " I am the Good Shepherd," Ile says and " sly sheep hear . iv Voice," and in His par-able of the Lost Sheep, how tenderly fie unfolds to

us the infinite Love that seeks the restoration of even

the One lost sheep to the fold. St. Peter also affirms,

" For ye were as sheep doing astray ; but are now re-

turned unto the Shepherd and I3ishop of your souls." And in the Apocalypse the beloved Disciple beholds the

('lief Shepherd continuing still His pastoral office: "The Lamb which is in the midst of. the throne shall he their sheple;6i-sl, and shall guide them unto fountains

of waters of 111e, and God shall wipe away every tear

from their eyes." In life, in death He does not fail His flock, nor forget.

530 THE UNITED METHODIST. November 1, 1923

Departed Friends. John Da!low, J.P., Blackheath,

Birmingham. IT it is With a deep sense of loss that we recordsthe

death of Councillor John Dallow, J.P., Of :rile-Beeches, _Waterfall Lane, 13 lackheath, whcepassed away on Octo-ber J2th, at the age of 72 years. In early iife he became connected with our Sunday School and Church, beins appointed its secretary, in which position he served with ability for 130 years. lie was the builder of the. large and beautiful church, and to him the work was a labour of love. His removal from us is a loss that only time and the blessing of God can redeem. In public life he was highly esteemed for his diligence as a_ Freemason, and on local and county councils, for his fair-mindedness as a magistrate, and his sympathetic attitude as a Guatelian, for he had a heart that was touched with the necessity of the poor. His genial smile and, disposition in all his public work gained for him the reputation of "the smil-ing- builder," a token which was demonstrated very re-markably on the day of the funeral, when a large and representative gathering of . public officials, Masonic mem-bers and leaders of our and other neighbouring churches gathered at The Beeches, and joined the cortege to our Birmingham Road (Church, where the first part of the service was held, the church being well filled with sympathising friends.

The service was conducted by the Rev. T. Jukes, and prayer was offered by the Rey. M. Langdale. The Rev. E. Cato, an old and esteemed friend of the family for ;30 yerus, gave an address, in which he said we were gathered together, under a cloud, fur John Dallow

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wits at 11600)0m ssa f riend—s fellow-worker—and the sorrow of the family was the sorrow of each of them, for he was by nature fitted to render manifold service. Ile was an upright, honest, and clean-minded man. Ile threw into his public services, his business relationships, the influence of a deep religious nature. Isis successful business had been built up by enengy and devotion to honest- and good utship. Ile had left a name that would be respectfully honoured for many years. I le \vas a loyal and good member of the United Metho-dist • Church, and it was well known that the gene-rosity of Mr. John Dallow and family made possible the erection of the beautiful church in which they were gathered. It may be truly said that prosperity had not spoilt him, for the poorest man or woman could approach him with conruk.„,•(., feeling thffi thei r iissa would e nd sympathy and 11(.11) from one who never lost the charm of his pleasant nature. They had now to say "Gmal-bye " but not for ever.

principal 11101111114'S were Messrs. Thomas Dallow, John Dallow

' Leonard Dallow, I harry 1)allow (soils),

mul Elm's( Parkes (son-in-law), together with grandsons and other representatives of the family.

Our thoughts neo out in deepest sympathy with NIrs. Dallow and family. The interment took place in St. Paul's CliurchYard, Blackheath. in \‘'hick, the Rev. T. Jukes, Rev. 1:. Solley (a West Bromwich vicar), and the Rev. E. (':to look part. Other ministers present were : the Rev. F. .1. ClimPrion (Vicar of Rowley ('hurch), IZev. R. ("orzon (Primitive Methodist), and Rey. E• i I. Rowe, minister of our Church at Dudley Port.

The Rev. 'I'. Jukes was the preacher at Birminghain Road ('hutch on Sumba; morning, October 91st, and after speaking- of the ‘kind of service the Master rewards, 11,, spoke of Mr. John Dallow as one who must have iusard the (.woll done, good and faithful servant!

Mr. Walter Samuel, Braithwaite, Leeds. ONE of the early, familiar workers of our Woodhouse

Lane Church, Walter Samuel Braithwaite, has recently, to our sincere regret, passed away: For some tiirie his health had been very precarious., but a few weeks ago he became seriously worse, and on October 12th he died, aged 08 years. lip was much respected, and .a large number of representative people from the city, business circles, and Woodhouse.Lane Church attended the funeral at Woodhouse‘ Cemetery on October 15th, which was conducted by Rev. Edward Cato, Superintendent of the circuit.

Our friend was one of the 'Woodhouse Lane trustees. liar some considerable time he acted as the secretary of the trust. Ile was sincerely and actively interested in the general life and work of both our church and Sunday school, in the earlier years particularly. le was a man of ability in many Ways. 11e was a great lover of music, ecclesiastical music especially. He was a very cempetent organist. An architect by profession, he achieved . considerable distinction. Ile designed and was responsible for many schools and public institutions in arid outside i.eeds, also places Of worship, including several of our own Churches. One of the last of his undertakings was the reconstruction of Tempest Road Church, which was destroyed by lire last vear. He was a man of pronounced individuality, of great sincerity of soul, of upright life, of broad Christian sympathies, and we shall miss him.

1\lay the widow and family of sons and daughters in their sorrow be richly comforted.

Girard ham.—The annual circuit gathering took place at Chapel Street on October 11th, and was the most suc-cessful ever held, representatives being present from eight out of the nine churches. The afternoon service was conducted by Rev. G. H. Kennedy (Nottingham). After the service a large company sat down to tea. In the evening a public meeting was held, Mr. R. A. Christian '(Wesleyan) presiding. Rev. G. 11. ' Kennedy then delivered a magnificent address, taking as his subject, "Would the World be better if all the Churches were closed? " The address made a profound impression. Rev. W. Falkner, newly-appointed circuit minister, also spoke. The gathering has given the. circuit a fine start for its winter's work.

The Final Appeal to a Loyal People. THE absolute success of the final appeal for the

£80,000 Fund is vital for the present need of our aged friends and the future well-being of our Nlinistry.

As was unanimously conceded by the Huddersfield Conference, its completion will be a veritable Godsend to many who for long have surely needed the help, which the income from this Effort will afford.

As it is 50 years ago since the last appeal for a capi-tal sum was made

' the Trustees are of opinion that no

similar effort willwillbe made again during our life-time. This appeal, unlike annual efforts, is final, and the in-come from the capitalized gifts towards this most de-serving object will be available for all titne.

This Fund is, therefore. an appeal on behalf of the 31in1sters now in active service, and of Missionaries when they bercome annuitants.

In our opinion no fund, \vhether for local Sunday School, Church or Denominational purposes, should supersede, override or secure preference to this long overdue special effort to assist those who are Amble to help themselves.

Sonic (1,000 persons, many of these adherents nut actual Members, out of our 140,000 Adult Membership, have given personal contributions. In addition to this, 500 combined EFFORTS have been made by our people.

We thank God few so many heroic sarrifices, but W110111 seriously ask what of the large number of Circuits who hove hitherto done little, and in some eases nothing to help forward this just and 11111111' Scheme

We feel that every Circuit —however small the gift—should have its place in the list of this final appeal.

Some of our worthiest Ministers, whom many con-sider needlessly supersensitive, may be diffident, owing to its character, in driving home this final appeal. We would therefore earnestly implore Church 111111 1/1Sfrlet officials alike, along with our Ministers, to co-operate, in the interest of the Brethren who have served and who me serving us now so well, and for the good name of our Church in securing a complete and triumphant. SileeeSS.

RICIM. W. CARR.

In consequence of the pressure on our " News "

columns four additional pages have been added

this week. We hops our readers will appre-

ciate this enlarged number, and snake the

UNITED METHODIST known among the churches.

Our Magazines. Thy. Novem ber issue of "The United Methodist

Nfafsazine" is full of good things. The Editor discusses the question, " Has preaching had its day?" His con-clusion is the right one : that preaching was never more necessary than now. Preachers will find much to ponder in this article, for there is preaching and preaching. It is a timely discussion. Rev. W. Bainbridge's illustrated article on the " Firth's IlomeS," in Sheffield, tellS of a truly munificent enterprise on the part of a 'wealthy member Of the Methodist New Connexion, the late Mr. Niark Firth. By the deed the chaplain of these Homes must always he a minister of the M.N.C.; failing a suitable one being found of that denomination, one from another Nlethodist Church may be appsiinted." Through really -not one of our own organizations, it is nevertheless close enough to us to warrant a place in our denomina-tional interest. The popular feature entitled " Men who have 131111(1ml' Well," tells I his month of Rev. T. I.etcher and Mr. Price Lewis, J.P. Seeing that the articles are written by the Rev. 7". J. (.'ox and Mr. G. R. Thorne, \l. P., respectively, they make unusually good reading. Rev. II. E. Reed writes frmn inside knowledge on " Difficulties of a Village Church," and especially the problem of the winter evening in villages Obituary notices of three honoured ministers appear : Revs. Jabez Percival, IL Walker 131ott, and William G. Jolly. A helpful meditation for these harassed times on "The Lord is my Shepherd," is from the pen of Rev. W. J. Southern. There arc one or two shorter articles of an interesting. character, and Rev. S. Horton gives a good instalment of his capital story, " John Gill—Optimist." Rev. J. G. 13. Corin's review of Stephen Graham's book, "A Priest of the Ideal," makes us eager to read the book itself, while Rev. G. II. Kennedy's two pages of "The Guild of Venturers" are pages that are as brightly and helpfully used as any in this issue. This magazine maintains its 'high place in our Connexional literature.

In the "Missionary Echo," Rev. J. E. Swallow has got together this month an excellent band of contribu-tors. A timely article by the Rev. R. T. Worthington On "East and West in Kenya," will be read \vith great interest. 'There are two articles by missionaries on the spot : Rev. \V. S. ,Nlicklethwaite writes on " Light and Shade in West Africa," and Rev. F. J. Dymond tells a fascinating story of "A visit to I [ruin-lien.'' Rev. \V. A. Grist has a thought-provoking article entitled "On com-paring ourselves with others." Nliss S. Gertrude Ford is always a welcome writer in the "Echo." Her account of a Japanese wedding will be much enjoyed. Rev. E. E. Lark writes on the new Report, and gives well deserved praise to this year's publication. It is a happy feature of this magazine that the Editor prevails upon missionary recruits to tell the story of their call, and this month Rev. F. W. Cottrell writes of his call to China. The usual features, and other interesting articles, make this a capital number.

BY MISS BLUNTER.

Helps for those Preparing Scholars for the Scripture Examination.

The Courage and Compassion of Jesus. "The Temptations."

LUKE Iv. 1-32. (For Intermediates Only.)

(MANY teachers will find this an 'impossible place at which to begin . their work with the scholars, for the children can never understand the meaning of this story-without having at least some knowledge of the Baptisiii and even earlier life of Jesus.

Preparation for the Lesson.Perhaps the easiest way. to prepare for this lesson would be to have a talk with the children about the day-dreams and ideals of Jesus, while He still lived at Nazareth. -How sometimes when the day's work was done, He would go away to the hills He loved, to dream and plan. And there He would think of the land and the people He loved, of their great and wonderful history, of the splendid heroes who fearlessly delivered God's message or old and tried to set up His Kingdom, and so He would dream of what He would do and of the means He would use. And then there came the time when He need no longer bear the respon-sibility of home, and was free to try and materialize some of His dreams. The time was opportune too, for a revival was spreading through the .land, due to the teaching of John the Baptist, and so Jesus left Nazareth and went to hear the great preacher. And there He experienced a great crisis in His life, for in a wonder-ful way He realized the call of God, and in accepting that Call was made conscious of God's approval and presence in a never-to-be-forgotten way. And with that acceptance and consciousness came an overwhelming •sense of the responsibility of His work. What would He want to do before setting out on His task? Be quiet so as to make plans.

The WIlderness.—So leaving the crowds by the Jordan, Ile climbed up the treeless hills and into the rocky ravines which lie to the west of the Dead Sea, there to he alone to wrestle with the problems that faced Him. Ile had to follow in the steps of the great heroes and set up His Kingdom. What would it mean when He commenced His work? Giving up His home and a life of comparative ease and the love of sonic of His friends. God had given Him great powers—should He use them to make the way easier? But as He thought of it, lie knew it would be unworthy of His task ; whatever it cost Ile would face it as His followers would have to, knowing that God Himself alone could satisfy His soul-hunger. Then He thought of His people chafing under the Roman rule, looking . and longing for the coming of the Messiah and ready to follow a great popular leader. Would those hopes of the Jews suggest any way in which lie might plan to establish God's Kingdom? Other great leaders had used the method of revolution, roused national enthusiasm, and lead their followers to a great victory. Could not He with His power do the same and make Himself in very truth a king? The idea was dazzling, and yet would the kingdom established by force be the kind He wanted to found? Was that the surest way of setting up that ideal kingdom He had dreamt of ? And with an intense struggle He put away the. idea of force and determined that His way would he the way of love. That kingdom He yearned to set up must be based on high religious ideals. Could He do something spectacular to win the approval and co-operation of the Jewish religious leaders? Could He in that way show He was the Messiah, the Son of God? Perhaps in such a way working with the sanction of the Church, He could attract more to 1-his Kingdom. But again came the thought : God's Kingdom was to be in men's hearts, a kingdom of love, surely only by a life of love and sacrifice—a life of service for. others—could He show the wonder of God's Kingdom. And as He realized it all, there came into His heart a joy and gladness Ile had never known before, an assurance that this way was God's way, and tha the Tempter had gone for a season.

Months after when He wanted to tell His disciples of the fierceness of that inner struggle with the Tempter, He put it in the form of the vivid pictures we find in Luke iv. Let the scholars read this through carefully for themselves.

Nazareth.—When once Jesus had made up His mind as to the methods Ile would use, Ile quickly com-menced His work. Preaching and teaching wherever the '\vent, giving this strength for the cake of others. His fame quickly spread throughout Galilee. 'One day He reached His old home at Nazareth, and as was Ilis custom on the Sabbath Day, I ie entered into the syna-gogue." And they passed Him the roll-book of Isaiah to read, and finding the place He read (vv. ISt and le). hi what ways would the reading remind Jesus of His struggle \yith the Tempter? Tell of ilf is words. What effect would they have on the coneregation? The tell how they threatened to destroy Him, but He walked through their. midst unharmed.

Written Work. 1. Write an account of the different ways in which

the Tempter tried to draw Jesus horn His ideal, and how lesus replied.

2. Write the story of His visit to Nazareth from the point of view of Ilis Mother.

Worksop (Potter St reet).—There were crowded audiences to hear Mr. John Duxbury, the well-known elocutionist. In the afternoon, when Rev. W. S. Green (pastor) presided, Mr. Duxbary gave the recital of "The Story of Joseph," arranged from Charles Wells's Scrip-tual drama, "Joseph and his Brethren." In the even-ing, Mr. A. Brunyll was chairman, and Mr. Duxbury gave a miscellaneous recital.

The £80,000 Effort.

November 1', 103.

Social Ideals of the Old Testament.

BY REV. CUTHBERT ELLISON.

The Rights of Humanity and of Property. (C.E. Topic for. Nveek beginning November 11th).

DEUT. 148. IN the title to our topic, the rights of humanity stand

before those of property. That is the Old Testament ideal ; and it is the true order. The passage set for read- ing treats of the laws made in the interests of the poor. In verses 1-6 is the law of the Sabbatical year : the seventh year is to be a year of release for the poor. The foreigner is not to share in this boon, but the sojourner, "the stranger within thy gates," is included. Verses 7-11 utter a warning against any selfish withholding of help because of the near approach of the year of release. The coming of the Sabbatical year must not be allowed to interrupt the flow ..ow of charity, must not hinder lending or giving. In verses 12-18 is legislation rela-ting to slaves and their release. When they are released they are not to be sent out empty, but with a liberal provision for their further support.. And this is not to be thought by the master to be a hard thing ; he is to consider the worth of the six years' service rendered. All this shows in what relation the rights of humanity are to stand to those of property. The .Old Testament ideal is a high one. A remarkable passage in the Book of Job should be read, in chapter 31, verses 13-22. This chapter of Job is spoken of as "the high-water mark of the Old Testament ethic." The author of "Nlark Rutherford" writes "The humanities of these chapters reveal the best side of the Semitic race . . . In one of the shires of this country stands, or used to stand, a tablet with a mark upon it twenty or thirty feet above the level of the rivet- which runs beneath, and on the tablet it is recorded, incredible almost to all present in- habitants, that on a certain day years ago the water in a great flood reached that mark. So with the Book of Job. It is a monument testifying, although its testimony is now hardly believable, that this was a rich man's notion of duty ; and more extraordinary still, that this was his religion."

Kindness to the Poor.-The poor were committed as a special charge upon the care of the Jew. For the poor gleaners the corners of the fields were to be left unreaped, the gleanings of the grapes to be left ungathered. In the harvest rejoicings the wldow, the orphans, the strangers were to be remembered. The poor man, or wayfarer, might eat• in the field or vineyard to slay his hunger. The poor debtor was protected from the severity of a hard creditor; the garment given in pledge. must be restored by nightfall ; articles needed fur daily use could not be taken for debt. The duties of kindness, of con- siderate thought for and attention to the needs of the helpless were enjoined. " Ye shall not therefore oppress one another ; but thou shalt fear thy God "—Lev. xxv. 17. See also Dcut. xxiv. 10-13. While the rights of property Avere regarded, the ,rights of man were consid- ered of greater importance. Persons were accounted more than property. The rights of the domestic slaves were protected both by law and custom. They had their part in the Sabbath rest, and in the national festivals. Kindness to slaves was counted one of the chief virtues of an upright man—(Job xxxi. 13).

llospitality.—A very noticeable feature in Eastern life is the high place given to hospitality. The Old Testa-ment contains many instances of this—as Gen. xviii. Exod. ii. 15-20. A guest was to be held in most high regard, and to be honoured ; his - person was to be pro- tected. Offences against the laws of hospitality were met with stern and severe punishments. The " stranger within the gates"—the sojourner, was to lw treated with marked attention. Ile was to be looked upon as the guest of God, in whose land he was sojourning. 'The story of the Gibeonites (Joshua, Chap. ix.) shows how the status of such was respected. The foreigner in verse :1 of the topic passage is to be distinguished from the journer, who was the stranger who had become natu-ralized.

Kindness to Bird and Ileast.—A word or two may be added under this head. The mother bird was nett ti be taken from the nest where there were young. In the threshing floor the ox that was treading the corn was to be left unmuzzled. If a beast should fall under the weight of its burden in the way it is to be helped even though it be the property Of an enemy. An animal fallen into a pit is to be delivered. There must be a rest (lay for the beasts, the ox and the ass. ".\ right(Ites man regardeth the life of his beast."

Mrs. J. E. Layer, Liverpool. THE passing of Mrs. J. F.. Laver has taken ae.av the

oldest member and a founder of our Wellington Read Church, Liverpool.

NIrs. Laver was a woman of forceful character and of equal devotion to her church, and though for some time she was not able to attend the ‘vorship of the church!, her interest never waned.

The burial service was cendumed by the Rev. Saris Spencer (pastor), assisted by the Rev. E. G. Nfoore (Pres-byterian) on Wednesday, October 21th.

Leicester Will Streeti.---The Yeting Ladies' Effort took place on October 27th. Miss E. Collin presided. Proceeds for the current account. Soktist(. , Miss IIalIant, Nliss Doris Sanderson and Nir. Palmer. Nliss DoriS Thompson accompanied at the piano, Nit-. W. Oakley (cornet); and NIr. J. Bacon (violin). A portion of th'e Leicester City Y.NI.C.A. crehestra (leader, Mr. A. E. Nurse) gave selections. The effort was continued on the Sunday, when the preachers were : Conn. E. Grims-ley and Rev. F. W. Tinsley Such (Charles Street Baptist Church).

THE UNITED METHODIST.

"The Social Teaching of Jesus."

By REV. FRANK COOPER.

(4) The Social Principles of Christ's Teaching.

SCRIPTURE READING : LUKE VI. 31-3S. (Young People's Topic for Sunday, November .1111, 1:123.)

Fr is imperative that Christian people should approach their task from above. The special weakness of our modern social activity is its impulsiveness, its fickleness and its apparent inability to view life as at whole. We are all members of the social organization. We depend nu-Ott it for food and clothing, housing and education, recreation and refinements. \\'e are ourselves citizens, and as such are responsible for what. the State is and does, and we shall lied that teal social progress will depend upon the deepening and broadening of the sense of personal responsibility.

1. There are remedies offered on every hand, but for the most part they are frankly of an external nattne. There is scarcely a word said about change of character-- more pay, more comfort, better external conditions, These are the catchwords, but Christian people must approach the question from within.

2. Jesus deals \rill) individuals, that does not mean turning a blind eye on external conditions. The Chris-tian must be no longer a sentimentalist, who thinks that

good %vill come from within, even though no preparation has been made from without. The primary :um of Jest,:

is to awaken the higher life of a person, and if that be so, then no social conditions have a right to exist which obstruct the development of the higher and fuller life, but the emphasis must be upon a change of heart, and not upon a change of external conditions, which is so often the case.

No social artangement can goat:inter! social welfare, unless there can be brought home to men a sense of

rsonal sin. Whatever phase of the social question we try to deal with, we must keep before us at all times the redemption of character, and in a day when this question is the centre of human interest it must be our Inisine,s to recall the personal causes of social progress and decay.

S,cial service should be intensely practical, but its chief curse is a lack of ideal and the unspiritual charac-ter of the proposed end. It is the business of Christians to carry into the problem of social conditions an inter-nretati(ei III life Which \dil give it significance and work, and this is what Jesus offers to men in IIi vision of the kingdom of God-- the transfiguration of cummon life, by applying the principles of Truth, Right and Good Will. The contribution which Jesus Makes is not one of social organization or method, but of a point view and a way of approach, and an end to attain. Ile gives us principles for living out our life. I le views Society front above, and approaches it from ,within and judges it in relation to the kingdom of God.

What are the rights, claims and duties of men accord-ing to the (liristian conception of life? Some few year, ago the Interdemeninational Conference of Social vice Unions published the reply :

(.l) Right to life; that is to say, every man receiving

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his life from God has a right to the necessaries of life, such as food, elothin,q and shelter. In other words, every man should be able to maintain a reasonable stan-(larch of life.

(2) Employment. The community has a moral obli-gation so to order its economic system, that employable persons shall be able to find employment, anti if it cannot be provided, a man has at right to reasonable mainten-ance.

t:11 hest and 1Zecreation, such as will enable him to had a full and happy human life.

(.1) Nlarriage• -Any action un the pat t of individuals or of the community NvItich tends to defeat that end, inte4 be condemned by the Christian conscience.

(5) Faltication--Nlan has a claim to education in reli-gion and moral character, and in such knowledge and training as \vill enable him to led a worthy !Ionian life.

These riches imply duties such as : (I) Sri f-Conlod. The stress laid by Christians upon temperance and puril ■• has the most important social as well as individual con- sequences. (2) \Vorlz, which is protection against phy- sical and mural atrophy, and due from every man as his contribution to flee common ,,,ifare.

A Great Day at Bristol.

THE iliaill;sgiving day at Bethesda, I:edlield, was a time of ;.;. reat blessin..1„; and spit- jot:II exultation. The Rev. \\*- -\. (.0"Per during his willistrY has taken a 14-1.4 'at intere,e ill the musical part of the services ;111(1 raised them to a verY high level, seketing" fur his hYilms Which ;h.(' grills in our 11Y11111411":-:Yt and which in 1"3"Y instances have not been 1150,1 ill our church for years,

ahvays choo.iug the chaste anti beautiful. On SontlaY he

gave :1 ill"st iv(' and ,iddrrs' till " Icy 'S I I y11111s, - :Intl all the Ily11111S sting" Were set to tittles in vogue fifty years ago, and as the (•littrch vibrated with

hyltills steles With so 1111101 V ,g'otIC by our fore-fathers there Were Wow preSollt than those Visihle the collgre*Ilioll changed - - alld \yin) 11:141

shipped (lion' fifty yisNrs ago were iii their Aeti..filiiit.ti place NIr, Cooper was taken by \\.;tr.

\\lel:, 011111(141111g his anathemas to the sinners of his and when we rime

01 the lines "O let me kiss Ills bleedite..; feet,

And !nuke and welsh them with my tears, The story of I his Love repeat

In every drooping sinner lg ears;

0111' could set in the Ilulltil, with Ow ,areaming (low it his face as he pre:iched till " S;1111• I 1-

lication through

It was a memorable (lay, and ■%:e.;sanct i f i ed hv the

presence of the Master of .1.,emblies. NV ti

(Scotland Street). - The chapel has been

decorated and the electric light II was re- opened when the missionary anniversary \vas due, October 21st. hew. Henry James, of .\ shomeinder- Lytle was the preacher. Colin. J. G. Graves spoke' at Ilse aftertmen meeting, \Oleo NIr. Joseph \Vard, j.P., presided. On Monday, Mr. James preached in the aft,TIK;on, and a !midi(' meeting was held at night. Chairman. N11-. S. J. \Valkvt". Report,. of the year's work were given by Sister .1lice and 1:eY. J. E. NIt:ir. Collec-

tions, ZI:il I. Cad.

SAVE THE CHILDREN FUND (Registered under the \Var Charities Act. 1916)

Bankers WESTMINSTER HANK, LTD.

To Hle Grace THE DUKE OF ATHOLL, President of the "Sw(: THE CHILDREN FUND,"

(Room 43c) 42 Longhorn Street, London. W.1

SIR.—ID response to your special appeal. I enclose!

as a donation to the "Save the Children Fund."

Name

Address

If YOUR child were torn from your hands and cast into a strange country—

If YOUR little one were lost and starving—one of a horde of panic-stricken ref ugees-

Or if it were stranded in Japan, bereft of friends and nerve-shattered by the indescribable horrors of the Earthquake, Typhoon and Tidal Wave. '

What would YOU say of those who refused her a meal for the sake of a few pence ?

But it would be inhuman to refuse ; nobody could he so callous as to turn a deaf car to the pitiful wail of starving, shivering, half-clad, despairing children. And so today the appeal of the " Save The. Children Fund" is brought to YOU in the great hope that YOU will do something to alleviate the awful distress that stalks abroad in Central Europe, in the Near East, and in Japan.

Winter is upon them. Only a feu, can be fed and sheltered. There are thousands more who MUST SURELY DIE, unless help reaches them in time. It costs but one shilling to provide a daily meal for a whole week to each child,

"In so far as regards Relief in the Near East the Save The Children Fund is co-operating with the Imperial IA'ar Relief Fund and the Friends Relief Committee in the All British Appeal."

HOW MANY WILL YOU SAVE FROM THE PERIL OF DEATH ?

YOUR CHILD ! What would you say of those who refused her food ?

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THE UNITED METHODIST. November 1, 1923,

Hints on Lesson Outline. At the outset the teacher should display map to show

the progress and position of Joshua and the nearness of the Gibeonite cities. Fear for their lives inspires the Gibeonite stratagem. (Don't over-emphasise either its smartness or success.) They lie both in act and speech. For the moment the falsehood succeeds. But the success of a lie is usually short-lived. Soon found out, they bring upon themselves the contempt and condemnation of Joshua. Their lie has degraded themselves even before their victim despiSes them. 'nu have marked themselves as scarcely lit for the lowest order of social service. A liar always brands himself and depreciates his personal and social worth. Trickery may appear "smart," but the trickster in the end pays a big bill. He reduces his worth in the currency of spirit.

In contrast with this story that of Peter and John should be given as an instance of the fidelity to truth that does not shrink from imprisonment and even death when these ,can only be averted at the price . of a lie. Note the secret of Peter's courageous truthfulness— verse 8. " Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost . ." Morality owes its stamina to religion. The one sound principle of conduct is stated in verse 19 : "Whether it be right in the sight of God . . ." Truthfulness its not a matter merely of speech. It is the purity of soul that finds expression, naturally and unswervingly, in straightforward honesty of speech and deed.

Abraham Lincoln's word is worth quoting and memo-rising. " I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be :true. I ant not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live up to the light I have. I must stand with anybody that stands right, stand with him while he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong."

Suggestions for Senior Class Discussion. What are the causes •and effects of the modern popu-

larity of the word and policy of "camouflage "? Is a promise binding under all circumstances, even

when the promise was made by the victim of deception? Is morality independent of religion? If not, wherein

does religion give.stability and force to morality? Illus-trate from the lesson stories.

National Children's Home and Orphanage.

Children in Peril. THE London Committee of the National Children's

Home and Orphanage, at its monthly meeting at Wesley's Chapel, the Rev. \V. Hodson Smith presiding. The great need that exists for this child-saving ministry was again evidenced by the appli-cations that had to be answered on behalf of forty-eight • children who, for one reason and another, were without proper shelter and care. Many of them were orphaned, some of them were worse than orphans, for their parents instead of being a blessing were a curse to them. One little cripple chap of eight years old, was the son of a drunken ne'er-do-well, constantly in and out of prison for brawling and theft. The home conditions were of the worst description, and to give the little lad a chance, he is to be received into the special Branch set apart for the care and cure of cripples at Chipping Norton.

The father of three motherless mites, came carrying two children and leading another. Since his wife's death some months ago, the father—a respectable workman—has had no one to help him with the care of the children, and with no work and little opportunity of looking for any, he has been reduced to destitution. The Children's Home will take the children, and the father will go to work to help support them.

In another instance, three little children under seven years of age, had been deserted by their mother, who is living an abandoned life. Their father could not come, but wrote : "I am a cripple without any legs, and have to put in about sixteen hours a day at my coffee stall, and find it a hard struggle to look• after them." The alternative for the children was to be left at home to look after themselves, or to put in long hours until late at night with their father at a street coffee stall. Now a third way is opened for them, and they come to join a host of others in the great and growing family of the Children's Home.

• THE- Rev. W. Hodson Smith, Principal of the National

Children's Home and Orphanage, has recently returned from a brief visit to the Canadian Branch at Hamilton, Ontario, where important developments are in progress that will materially advance the usefulness of the emigra-tion department of the Children's Home.

The reputation of the boys trained on Children's Home farms in this country must stand high_ when established in the land of their adoption, for there are this year ap-plications for eight times as many boys as can be sent out: Many a lad who, without some assistance would have gone to swell the ranks of the unemployed in this country, has found that the voyage to Canada has been the beginning of a new life of wider opportunity, assured work and steady advancement.

Mr: Hodson Smith, during his brief stay, was able to visit many of the Old Home boys, some of whom.are by this time settled in farms of their own, and it was grati-fying to find so many strong, robust men satisfied with their positions and prospects.

A very pleasing feature was a family gathering at lamilton, where a baptismal service was held for several

of the 1-tome's children's children.

Women's Missionary Auxiliary •

All items for this column to be sent to the Publication Secretary, Mrs. J. B. Brooks, 8 Windsor Terrace, Southfield Road, Middlesbrough.

PRAYER Topic for week - beginning November 4th : For Japan in her. tribulation and prostration. Isa. xl. 1-17.

Liverpool and North Wales District.—The autumn session was held at Duke Street, ,Southport. Glorious weather greeted the delegates, Nvho were heartily Nvel-corned and entertained 'by the members and friends of the Duke Street branch. A large audience met to wel-come Mrs. Rounsefell, the President of the W.M.A. At 3 o'clock the Rev. J. \Vallett opened the meeting, the Rev. W. Vivian offering prayer. Mrs. Rounsefell gave a very able and interesting address full of encourage-ment to the members. 'Dr. Brook, whose presence was highly appreciated, spoke of his experiences at the recent conference, and referred to the spread of Methodism on the Continent. Miss Windsor voiced the thanks of the meeting to Mrs. Rounsefell for her gracious presence and helpful words, and to Miss Crossley and the friends at Duke Street for their kind reception. of the delegates. The'. absence through illness of Miss Vivian, president of the District, was much regretted. Tea was served, and a delightful and refreshing session was thus brought to a conclusion.

llopetown, Castleford Circuit.—The Women's Bright Hour at Holietown is only small, but all its members belong and are interested in the W. M.A. At a recent meeting a collection made for \V. M.:1. funds realized the encouraging sum of

Sheringham.—A new branch with' about 30 members has been formed at our Sheringham Church, The mem-bers are arranging to meet every week, sometimes for missionary talks and sometimes for sewing, to work for a N.E. China Station. The missionary talks made a good start on October 11th, when Miss Parkinson gave an interesting address on her work in Jerusalem among Syrian girls. We heartily welcome this new branch and wish it every success.

JAPANESE EARTHQUAKE .DISTRESS FUND.—We beg to acknowledge the receipt of 3s. as the result of a col- lection from Chalkwell Park Church, -Westcliff-on-Sea, per. Mr. J. A. Godfrey.

News of Our Churches. MINISTERIAL ARRANGEMENTS.

Reed, H. E., has accepted an . invitation to the Cock-road and Hanham section of the Kingswood Circuit for next year.

Green; W. S., remains at Worksop, till 1925, a fourth year.

Wheeldon, W. H., has accepted a unanimous-, invita. tion to remain a fourth year in the \Vestmoor Road section of the Sunderland, Thornhill Girciut, after which he has decided to leave.

Perry, W. E., will leave the Hurst and Hyde Circuit in 1925.

Langdale, Marmaduke, has accepted an invitation. to become the Superintendent of the Hucknall Circuit, at next Conference.

Simpson, A. G., remains at Appleby a sixth year, until 1925.

Harris, R. J., has accepted an invitation to Boulevard Church, - Hull, Bethel Circuit, for 1924.

Bazaars. Halifax (Hanover).—A successful bazaar has been held.

Though not numerically strong, enthusia§tic work and generous giving have resulted in securing £1,502 by this effort for the clearance of debt and much-needed altera-tions and decorations to school and church.

Manchester (Pendleton).—A grand bazaar was held to clear off the trust debt of £270, and raise funds for repairs and decoration of the church and school. Mr. G. H. Peace (of Malvern), who was originally one of the trustees of the church, and later the .mortgagee, gener-ously. promised that if £200 was raised he would give the balance 'of 410. The interior had been effectively decorated for the effort, and there were well-laden stalls. The opener on the first day was Mr. J. C. Jolly (of Buxton), and in the absence of Alderman J. Rothwell, J.P., Mr. T. W. Rothwell presided. On the second day, 'Councillor S. Finburgh, J.P., who_ was ac-companied by Mrs. Finburgh, was the opener ; chairman, Rev. H. W. B. Chapman (superintendent minister). On the closing day, Mr. F. Gregory, who made reference to his early associations with the church, and to the good work that had been done during the 48 years, in which it has been established; was the opener. Chairman, Mr. J. W. Holden. At the close of the sale the treasurer announced that 4238 had been raised, which has since been increased to L250. -

Port Talbot (Aberavon).—Opening ceremony was presi-ded over by Rev. C. G. Hawken aneMrs. R. T. Williams, supported by Dr. Williams, declared the sale of work open. The effort was inaugurated by the Ladies' Sewing Circle, in order to meet certain expenses which had been imperatively incurred in connection with the manse, as well as various repairs necessary to the church, and it was hoped a sum of £80 to £100 would be raised. The result, however, exceeded all expectation, having regard to the very moderate lines upon which the sale was based, and D.75 was the net total realized. A special meeting of thanksgiving and praise for this success, and that_ of the Harvest Festival was. held on October 15th.

Evangelistic Service. Radstock (Carlingcott).-Twelve months ago a re-

markable mission was conducted in our Carlingcutt Church, by the well-known Evangelists, Messrs. Thomp-son and Rhodes. Every church in the District re- ceived accessions. Over 90 per .cent of the converts are now active church workers. 'Most of them have been non-church-goers. It was decided to invite the brethren again for this year. 'Events have proved it was a wise decision : from the tfirst service the church has been crowded, and on Sundays overflowed into the School adjoining. The last Sunday of the Mission, even in the meriting- the church was crowded to excess; in the afternoon a large crowd of men ; and in 'the even-

. ing the church was packed an. hour before time, and the school was also. filled. There have been some most notorious characters brought to Christ : wonderful re- vival scenes have 'again been witnessed. This second mission, with all its success, 'has been due to the solid Work done twelve months ago, and the fact that the church has never allowed the revival fire to die out. This mining village has been transformed ;' the sole topic in the mine and in the homes has been the revival. Vie church is doing its utmost to shepherd those who have come out for salvation, some from homes where hither-to the influence has not been of the best. We thank God and go forward. •

Missionary Service. .Chesterfield (Marsden Street). — Recently Mr. _and

Mrs. Butler visited, this church. In the aftrenoon, under the presidency of Miss Eaton, Mrs. Butler spoke eloquently of the work abroad, and held her audience as she explained the work of our Church, and the need of the women out in the East. Tea was provided by the W.M.A. branch. In the evening Mr. Butler, J.P., gave a lantern lecture. Coon. Kenning, J.P., C.C., presided. The missionary zeal and enthusiasm were quickened.

Harvest Festivals. Bishop Auckland ('Newgate Street).—Preacher : Rev.

Frank Rhodes. The choir rendered an anthem, and Miss Stanslield and Mr. R. G. Kaines a duet. In the afternoon a Young People's service was held, when Mrs. F. Rhodes received the children's -cifts, solos being contributed by MiSs Slee and Mr. W. Maggs, and a recitation by Miss M. Watson. Mr. A. Handley pre-sided at the organ. On Monday evening, Mr. B. Wahl-strand's party gave a- miscellaneous concert,

Blackheath. — Preacher at the Festival, Rev. T. Jukes. In the afternoon an augmented choir ren-

"Truthfulness—Joshua and the Gibeonites."

BY GEORGE W. STACEY.

British Uniform Lesson (Intermediate Graded) for Sunday, November 11th, 1923:

Lesson Verses : Joshua ix. 3-27 ; Acts iv. 1-22. GOLDEN TEXT : " The lip of truth shall be established

forever : but the lying tongue is but for a moment." Prov. xii. 19.

Subect and Scheme of the New Series. The lessons for the year, so far, have centred on the

subject of Heroism. Fourteen lessons were given to the study of "The Hero of Heroes." " In the Footsteps of the Hero" was the -subject for eight lessons. Twenty-one lessonS have been given to the study of "Heroic, Pioneers." We complete the year with nine lessons on "Heroic Virtues." These cannot be successfully dealt with in the abstract. It should be the teacher's supreme aim and purpose to make these lessons as concrete as possible. Former lessons will provide material for this,

- and suggestions will be made in this column to this end from Bible and missionary literature. 'The Editorial Board is compelled. to rigidly restrict the space for these notes. They can - .be little but a series of hints stated in the baldest and briefest fashion. It will be well, therefore, for the teacher to fortify himself with one or more of the following books of reference :

" Yarns on Heroes of the Lone. Trail." By A.. P. Shepherd, M.A. Edinburgh House, 2 Eaton Gate, London, S.W.1. ls.

"Heroes of Missionary Enterprise." By Claude Field, M.A. Seeley, Service and Co., London. 7s. Gd.

" On Trail and Rapid by Dog Sled and Canoe." By \V. H. Cody, M.A. Seeley, Service and Co., London. 3s. Gd.

13etter still, if the teacher will find some concrete his-toric instances of the particular virtue which is the sub-ject of each lesson. To this end the teacher should look through the whole series at the very beginning.

"Truthfulness." Lesson A1111.—TO show that truthfulness is the hall-

mark of fine character and one of the flowers of true religion.

Method of Presentation. liy story told as briefly as possible to bring out (a) Contrast between the duplicity of the Gibeonites

and the loyalty of Joshua to his pledged word. (6) The cowardice that crouches behind a lie (Gibeon-

ites) and the courage that stands up boldly to speak the truth even at the risk of life. (Apostles Peter and John.)

Portland (Zion).—The chapel was well filled, to listen to a recital by the Rev._ Luke. Hicks. The growing ap-preciation of the audience as the 'recital proceeded; was most noticeable. ,Excellent musical items were ren-dered by Miss D. Stone, Mr. H. Brewin, and Mr. 'W. .Muller. Miss Allen was the accompanist. Chairman, Coon. A. G. Seeley. Proceeds for mission funds.

Runcorn (Widnes, Zion).—Three years ago this little church was faced with a deficit of 4150, on current account. By continuous effort, • this was cleared off. Then '136 was spent on repairs and decorations, the members lending the money free of interest in amounts varying from £1 to 410. Towards the debt of £130, £71 had been paid off; leaving £Gr. A sale of work has just been held, which •iealized £150 net, thus clearing off the debt and leaving a balance in hand for projected extension.

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tiered selections from Haydn's "Creation." Principals, Liverpool (Stuart Road).—Successful services were I Sunday evening, and Mr. J. CarlIOW . 011iCIatefl at the Aliss F. Hale (soprano), Mr. E. Ludlow (tenor). Mr. E. a .r. I 11 here. Preacher, Rev. Arthur Law. At each organ. Thc festival Was the be St lot' rt.:us. Davies (bass). Mr. Randell Cooke, conductor ; AIr. E. service anthems were rendered by the choir. In ' St. Austell ("/.ion).—Preacher, Rev. F. Sparrow, St. Parkes, organist, and Mr. A. Chatwin, chairman. Col- the afternoon a united gathering of ('hurch, Brother- Ives). Large congregations attended, and the effort was lections, etc., *-40 14s.. hood and School ryas 'addressed bv Rev. J. ri I . Johnson the most successful on record, ,._:-1:I lOs.

myth (West Cramlington).—Rev. W. G. Peck (Nev- (P.\1.), and presided over by Me: Edward Drurv. The Sunderland. South Durham Street.--After passing - castle) preached on October 11th. On the following Brotherhood Orchestra assisted the choir at this scr- through a long- period of difficult and iii,,couragemenl, Sunday an interesting children's service was held in thei vce. On Alonday, a harvest "At Home " was held ; the workers here have great reason for Holt:Mg in the afternoon. In the evening Alr. J. \V. Mitchell (Sheffield) host 1 I , ant. a0SteizS : Rev. A. and Mrs. Law. response that has now been made. At the harvest festival preached to a crowded congregation. Collections in ad- Liverpool South (Garston ('hurch).—Preachers : Coun.services, Rev. J. _ I_;rown (West Hartlepool) preached re vance of last year. Miller (:Anglican) and Rev. Samuel Spencer. In the congregations such as have not !wen seen in the church

Bristol (Gladstone Street).—On the Saturday afternoon afternoon, a service Was held. Chairman : Alr. Ilv. for many years, and also addressed a meeting of over a Rev. Percy Hoare (Milk Street Church) preziched an in- o 1 Dziro:s; speaker : Rev: S. Spencer ; soloist : Mr. J. l'. hundred men in the afternoon. On Nlotuhly zt success-spiring sermon, followed by the harvest home tea. In Jackson. On Tuesdziy a fruit banquet and entertain- Ito social gather ing was held. the evening a musical service was given by the choir ment Were held, arranged by the Ladies' Meeting. (leader, Mr. James Lewis) ; Mr. J. H. Howell presided. On Sunday, Rev. J. 'I'. Perry Oliver preached to good 31""lesfield (Stanley (-Thaw% Lindow).--Preacher,

Mr. V. D. Nicholson, - Of Drovlesden. Special solos, congregations. Soloist, Miss A. Thomas, anthems by the choir, accompanied by the Staple Hill String °relies- tra• Mr. Percy Brown presided at the organ. A special evening a special effort brought the total proceeds to L:2.0. YOUR due., etc., were rendered by the choir, and on Monday

musical service was given in the afternoon, and presided Manchester (Winton).—The services were very Sat-- over by Mr. F. NV. White. On Monday evening, a praise cessful. Preachers, Revs. A. Chadwick and Parry. In

lelujah Chorus" ("Messiah.") Addresses were given by Special anthems and solos were given by our own choir CHURCH MAGAZINE and-thanksgiving service was held, presided over by Mr. the afternoon the Charlestown Congregational Church W. E. Cox, and a united mass choir rendered the "Hal- Choir 0. :. ,ave appropriate selections from " Ruth."

Revs. Dr. Jones, M.A., E. Marshall Moyle and J. T. at the morning and evening services, Air. E. Ireland being Perry Oliver. Proceeds , -_,38 10s. the organist. Should Appeal to EVERYONE.

Burslem, Hill Top (May Bank).L-Preacher, Rev. R. E. Manchester (Denton).—Ilarvest festival services were Wilton. In the afternoon a musical service was held ; conducted by the minister, Rev. John J. Absalom, and Mr. B. Dutton, conductor. On :Monday, a hat-vest tea were attended by crowded cvngre:c

'ations. The choir MI-

Lere.,. excellent service at each of three services. The The inset used will largely decide this. and concert. Chairman at the latter, Mr. Alalken. I i Address. by Rev. R. E. Wilton. - Financial results very offertories realized 1;30. Over sixty parcels of fruit and satisfactory. flowers were sent out to the sick and needy after evening That is why scores of Churches of • all

Chesterfield (Marsden Street).—Preacher, Rev. F. G. worship denominations are now renewing their orders Stopard. Children's service in the afternoon.. when Mr. Nelson (Stanley Street). — Rev. F. M. Cooper for 1921 for the Melding- presided; and Mr. Ingham, ALSc. gave the preached to larg( congregations. The Nelson Or- address. Spetial singing by the choir, tinder \l r. C. , Watson. Coffee supper on the Monday. Procei.ds, , ,;20 14s. lid. Children's gifts were received by Mrs. poeus Glee l'nion, which includes several mein-

oers of our own choir, gave a musical service in FREE the afternoon. Alr. Arthur, Wilson conductor, and All-. Tattersall on the Sunday afternoon. Percy Stanworth organist. On Alonday, a lantern enter-

Darlington (Victoria Road).—Rev. J. A. Bedward way Lamment proved especially enjoyable. ReV. I:. NI. the preacher. In the morning the children presented Cooper presided. Proceeds, k;2:1 5s. CHURCHMAN "First Fruits," which were received by the minister. .\t

. New 31111s,—Cangregations were exceptionally .good.

the afternon service a cantata was rendered by the choir

Preacher, Rev. G. AL Beard. In the afternoon the chi) - (The Co-operative inset that focuses the hest

and children. MiSs Whitfield conducted, and Airs. II. dten gave an effective rendering of the cantata "Ilarvest thought Of ALL the Free Churches for the benefit Pearson was at the organ. At the evening service the Gleanings." Soloist (evening), Mr. Jos. :Ashworth, of of EACI I). choir rendered special anthems. On Alondav, the liar- Oldham. On Alonday a novel event was an apple dump-

vest home was held. Part-songs, duets and solos were. ling- slipper, and this attracted a large number of people. They prefer it to purely denominational or rendered by the choir. Chairman : Mr. J. Dixon. ,Alr. Rev G. Al. Beard presided over the social gathering'

general insets because they find it destroys Bedward gave an outline of the work in the church for , i'roceeds over j'15; the best fur many years. the coming winter. — (Albeit Road).—Preachers : Mr. Newport. Mon. (11111 Street).--Rev. R. S. Ilall (pastor) narrow " parochialism," keeps a congregation Cory, and Rev. J. A. Bedward. On Monday a lecture

was the preacher. The choir, under the organist, Mr. alert to the wider prospects and problems of was given by Rev. J. A. Bedward. Chairman : Air. U. F. II. Godwin, rendered anthems at each set-vice. Air.

Free Church .life, is a popular home Evan- Hodgson. G. Hartley was the soloist at the evening service. In Forest of Dean (Brean).—Preacher in the morning, the afternoon, gelist, appeals to every member of the family ine aliernoon, a demonstration was given in the nett

the Rev. D. AV. Murphy, who also conducted the after-

primitry department. On Nlonday evening; a successful and " grips" the interest of the outsider. noon service, which was of a musical character. The concert ryasgiven in aid of the choir funds. The chair choir (Mr. C. Cox, conductor) rendered anthems. Ttie was taken by 'Mr. - W. Mordey. SEE FOR YOURSELF ! Send postcard evening service Was conducted by Mr. T. Taylor. Offer- Plymouth, Ehrington Street (Col(brook).--Services to-day for advance .January issue. This ings, well up to the average. very happy and successful, the results being in advance

lieu& (Swansea).—Pastor and friends have been contains the bright and helpful programme of last year. Preachers : Mr. F. AV. Foxwell and Rev. greatly encouraged by the successful services. Finan -

W. P. Rhodes. The choir, under Mr. W. S. J. Cross, for 1924, a typical balance sheet and a cial proceeds, 630 10s., much greater than any pre- rendered a service of song in the afternoon, also special vious effort. ._ . anthems at each, service. Mr. F. G. Reeves presided SPECIAL FREE GRANT OFFER

Harrogate (Victoria Park).—Rev. H. Chatterton over a good gathering on Alonday evening-, which was that will. give a fine start to new localisers. preached to large congregations. On Monday, a social addressed by Rev. AN'. E. C. Harris and Rev. W. I'.

evening was largely attended. Elocutionist : Miss Al. Rhodes. Dawson ; soloists : Miss Patterson, Mr. AVrayther, and Sandbach (Elworth).—Rev. Leonard England con- Mr. T. Newton, Mr. H. T. Tuppin, with Mr. J. AV•

ducted the services. In the afternoon the choir een- GEO. S. HIRST (National F.C.C.), Driffield at the piano, and Rev. H. Chatterton, Mr. F.

tiered Maunder's cantata, "A Song of Thanksgiving." 6 Memorial Hall, London, E.C.4. Swire, and Mr. H. Thompson gave short addresses, The services were concluded on the following day by a with reference to the forthcoming bazaar. The gifts of harvest tea. Total proceeds, nearly .4:24. - fruit; etc., were distributed to the sick and to the hos- Scarborough (Claremont).—Preachers, Revs. G. AA' pitals. , .. . Olver (Wesleyan), and J. Strachan (Cong.) On Monday

Hartlepool (St: Mark's),—Rey. R. T. Worthington a public tea was given by Airs. A. Gill, followed by a (pastor) preached to good congregations. Mr. T. J. Job-

social gathering, presided over by Rev. George Parker, Births, Marriages, Deaths. ling presided at the children's service,' and Mrs. R. T. who gave zi very' encouraging and inspiring address. NOTICES of Births, Marriages, Deaths, etc., are inserted Worthington and Miss Annie Hopper received the baskets

Rev. F. L. Cull (P.M.) also addressed the meeting. Rev. at the uniform price of 28., unless they exceed 30 of fr.uit and flowers from the children. The choir ren- ,, eieorge Carver presented the report and outlined the win- words, in which case ed. extra for every eight words or tiered special music. The festival closed with a concert. ter's work. Various local artistes rendered effectual under is charged( Notices, together with Remittances, Chairman, Councillor C. IL Parkinson, G.C. Finan- should reach the office of the UNITED METHODIST, 12 help. , The outlook for the winter's work is most hopeful. cial results very satisfactory. Proceeds, ,4;68 ls. 8d., which constitutes a record. Farringdon Ayenue, London, E.C.4. not later than Tuesday

Huddersfield (Moldg-reen).—A most happy and helpful Sheffield (Banner Cross).—Large congregations as- 9 a.m, spirit pervaded the combined chapel anniversary and liar- sembled. Preachers, Revs. II. Williams and F. Spencer, REPORTS of Marriages, etc., Intended for Insertion vest festival services. On the Saturday a public tea. was lion. C.F. (pastor). In the afternoon a flower service in the Editorial Columns MUST be accompanied by a

followed by a harvest home gathering, the host and was held, %Olen Miss A. Fowl:es received numerous boo- prepaid advertisement, hostesS being Mr. and Mrs. S. Wilkinson. Mr. Henry

quets of flowers from the children, and afterwards made Hollingworth presented the annual report. An address

a few appropriate remarks. The chief speaker was Mr. MARRIAGES. was given by Rev. Alfred Booth. Miss -Doris Sheard E. Snelgrove. The choir rendered anthems. Mr. 11. (elocutionist) and the choir contributed items. The Sun- f .• la, , a , lCahill contrioiher. a solo at the (welling service ; organist,

OSTER—WHEATLEY.—On October 29th, 1923, at day services were conducted by Rev. Thomas Entwistle. Miss M. Rawlings, L.R.A.M., A.R.C.M. The services

During-. the afternoon the choir rendered Ilandel's "Acis were continued on Monday evening, when Rev. W.. IL South Street, United Methodist Church, Sheffield, by and Galatea." , Miss Edith \Vood, Miss Annie Berry, Mr. Nlildon preached. Proceeds (in excess of last year) are the Rev. G. W. Potter, the Rev. Joseph Foster, of Colwyn Kenneth G. Wrigley, and Mr. Albert North were the prig- to he devoted to the Church Benevolent Fund. Bay. to Mrs. Mary A. Wheatley, Sheffield. At home, cipals. Mr. Freak. 'Wrigley conducted. Mr Raymond Southport, Churchf own (Crossen).--Preacher : Rev. " Tegfan," Everard Road, Rh6s-on-Sea, from December McKie was the organist. A social was held on the Mon- A. j. Keeley. Before the beginning of the evening set-- 3rd, 1923. day. There were good congregations throughout. Pro- vice, the church was packed and many were unable to -._ _ _________. ceeds, over 35.—(Almondbury.) Preacher, Rev. Alfred gain admission. In the afternoon the choir, with M K

r. NIGHT—HOULTON.—On October 15th, 1923, at Booth. During the afternoon the choir rendered a service Kenyon conducting and Miss Gordon at the organ, gave -L. the Wesleyan Church, Bailgate, Lincoln, by Rev. H. of song. The connective readings were given by Miss an effective rendering of the cantata, "A Song; of Russ, assisted by Rev. A. Knight, father of the bridegroom, Beaumont, of Moldgreen. Mr. Collier conducted. Mr. Thanksgiving." Chairman : Coun. 'Fhornley. Soloist : Samuel Pollard, second son of Rev. A. and Mrs. Knight, A. Berry presided at the organ. On the Tuesday there Miss Doris Holt, of Haslingden. Collections amounted of Holloway, Matlock, and Nellie Houlton, daughter of was a social. Record congregations attended and spiri- to , -58. AVith the effort on 'Tuesday, the proceeds Mr. and Mrs. C. Houlton, of Glenthatn, Lincoln. tual power prevailed. amounted to L:85.

Lindley (Paddock).—Rev. W. IL Cockersole (resident Southport (Manchester Road).—Preacher, Rev. Harry minister) was the preacher. Special music was ren- Roe. The congregation at dui evening service was the DEATH. Rowe.

dered by the choir. Soloists : Mr. Stanley ,Pearson, Miss largest seen in the church for many years. The cantata,

HALL.—On Friday, October 26th, 1923, at St. Anne's- Mabel Beaumont, and Miss M. Mitchell. Conductor : cliaryest Thanksgiving," was rendered at the afternoon - on-the-Sea, Martha Hall, aged 81, widow of the late Mr. H. Clayton. Organist : Mr. J. \V. Whiteley. The service, Mr. E. W. Alakin presiding. On Monday a

flowers, fruit and vegetables'were afterwards distributed harvest social was held, -under the presidency of Mr. Jesse Hall, of Louth, Lincs. Address, Subiadp. Oxford to the tsick. J. H. Brearley, ALInst.C.E. A scheme for raising funds Road, St. Anne's-on-the-Sea, Lanes.

Littlehoronglt.—Preacher, Rev. J. AVynn. The choir. for renovating the organ and for repairing and painting (leader, Mr. T. 13. Cunliffe) rendered anthems; soloist, the chapel was laid before the meeting, and \vas gener- IN MEMORIAM. Mr. D. Wood. In the afternoon the musical flower sec- ously supported. Proceeds, L:I12 10s. for church funds.

- vice, "Flowers of the months," was given by a nuns- St. Ives (Carbis Bay).—Sermons were preached by Rev. JOHNSON.—In ever-loving memory of dear " Bob," beg of scholars, trained by 'Miss Briggs. On Monday, F. Sparrow and Mr. C. Pratt. The Bedford Road Choir 2nd Lieut. R.A.F., who died November 2nd, 191S a harYest social was held. Rev. J. AVynn presided. gave a programme of music on Sunday afternoon, when beloved son of James and Mary Johnson, of Lloyd Park Several glees were sung by the choir. Bunches of flowers Captain John Hain presided. On Monday the Hayle Church, Walthamstow: and parcels of fruit were sent to•sick and poor. Proceeds, Choir rendered a concert, Mr. M. H. Clemens presiding. " Some day with tearless eyes we'll see,

;622 10s. The Carbis Bay Choir rendered solos and anthems on And then we'll understand."

534

THE UNITED METHODIST. November 1, 1923.

Whitehaven (Catherine Street).—Rev. Harry Haynes

the preacher. Excellent congregations and tine spiri-

tual tone prevailed. Musical programme arranged by

-the organist, Mr. H. Lawton. Financial results satis-

factory. Coun. Turner in the chair at evening service.

(Moor Row).—Rev. W. H. Bourne the preacher.

The church was,filled both afternoon and evening. At

evening service the Word proclaimed meant that many

were convicted of sin, and several came to Christ. Gifts

of produce and gifts of surrendered hearts were made.

Rev. I-Larry Haynes conducted the Monday service.

Financial results excellent. Spiritual results better. -

(Workington).—Preacher : Rev. W. H. Bourne. Church

crowded and evangelical spirit prevailed. The Aeolian

Quartet provided an excellent sacred concert at close of

service. On Monday, Revs. H. Haynes (newly-appointed

superintendent) and V. H. Bourne addressed the public

meeting.

Whitley Bay.—Rev. E. F. II. Capey (Ex-President)

preached at 'both services. Special anthems were ren-

dered by the choir. In the afternoon, the Ex-President

gave a charming address to the Sunday School; - as-

sembled for their special service in the church, the gifts

of the children being received. On Monday, a musical

programme was arranged, followed. by light refresh-

ments. Organist : Mr. J. \V. Easten.

Willington (Oakenshaw). — Rev. W. Holroyde

preached to good congregations. In the after-

noon a service of song was given by the choir,

connective readings by Mrs. Holrbyde. On Monday an

entertainment was given by the choir.; Mr. A. B. Smith

conducted, Miss Gladys Lonsdale accompanied. Mr.

Albert Robbins presided. Proceeds lover £11.

Worksop (Potter Street).—Successful services were

held. Large congregations ; preacher, Rev. H. E.

Hamblin. The choir rendered an anthem, and

Miss Dorothy Wright, Manchester, was the soloist.

In the afternoon a children's service was held, presided'

over by Mr. A. Grafton, and addressed by Rev. H. E.

Hamblin. On Monday the harvest supper and sale pro-

duced a substantial 'sum for church funds.—(WhitWell).

Mr. W.. I,. Pickard (Creswell) conducted the services.

In the afternoon, the choir, under the conductorship of

Mr. E. W. 'Thompson, rendered a service of song. Mr.

Pickard presided, the reader being Mrs. H. Ward. On

the Monday, a well-attended tea took place.--(Stanfree.)

Services most successful. The congregations were ex-

cellent, and at night the church was full. In the after-

noon and evening, the choir, from our church at Clowne,

rendered anthems under the conductorship of 'Mr. G.

lenshaw, and with Mr. AV. II. Sharpe at the organ.

Several members of our Clowne choir also rendered solos.

Worksop (Ordsall):—Very successfuL 'Preachers :

Rev. H. E. Hamblin and Mr. G. Cressey. On the Mon-

day, a well-attended tea was held, followed by a service

of song, entitled " The Crown of the Year "; reader, Mr.

J. AV. lrcmonger. Mr. J. H. Chevins presided. Good

congregations, and proceeds very satisfactory. — (Din-

nington).—Preacher : Mr. S. Burnham. In the evening,

the choir rendered a service of song to a very large con-

gregation. On the Monday, tea was provided, followed

by a social. Finances very encouraging.

York (Monk Bar Central Mission). — Preacher,

Rev. T. 13. Reed. The choir rendered anthems.

On Monday, a faith tea was held, followed by

a meeting presided over by Mr. W. 1-1.. Hodgson (Wes-

leyan). Musical items were rendered by the Male Voice

Choir. Recitations by Miss Richardson. Songs by Mr.

Gawthrop (Church of England). Rev. T. B. Reed gave

an address. Financial results satisfactory.

Missionary Deputation. Accrington (Avenue Parade).--Mr. and Mrs. T: Butler

visited this church, when large and appreciative

audiences gathered to listen to the wonderful story of

our work abroad as. seen by the members of the deputa-

tion. Mrs. Butler addressed the W.M.A. in the after-

noon, and in the evening Mr. T. Butler, -.1.P., gave his

lantern lecture, describing the tour. Mrs. R. H.

llartleyTresided in the afternoon, and in the evening the

Mayor (Coun. E. Woolley, J.P.) was in the chair. Rev.

A. E. -.13owyer also took part in the meeting.

Presentations. Newport(Hill Street).—The presentation of a copy of

our Hymnal, with words and tunes, was made to Mr.

Joseph Cowling, J.P., on the occasion of the 50th anni-

versary of his membership of our Hill Street Church.

Mr. Cowling came to Newport from Tintagel, Cornwall,

and at once identified himself with his own people. He

is now the senior local preacher on the plan, and has

served in that capacity for many years. He is a

borough magistrate, and highly esteemed by his Litany

friends. Mr. and Mrs. John Clements also received a

presentation, on the occasion of their diamond wed-

ding. They, too, have been members of our church for

a rong period. They were entertained at a church

social, and congratulatory speeches were made by Rev.

R. S. Hall, Messrs. J. Cowling, J.P., W. M. Mordcv,

Garnett, Hartley, R. Bunt, J. S. Brown, and Major J.

Parry Brown. A bouquet, given to Mrs. Clements

by Miss Lyle, arid Mr. ordey made the presentation

of a wallet containing ten D. notes.

Anniversaries. Bradford (Shearbridge Road).—,I-tome Mission Anni-

versary services were conducted by Rev. F. H. Cham-

bers O.B.E., IIon.C.F. (Huddersfield). In the evening

special music was rendered by the choir, under the con-

ductorship of Mr. !Briggs. On Monday evening, despite

an incessant deluge, a goodly audience gathered to

hear Mr. Chambers speak on 'Home Mission WOrk :

is it worth while? " If T. \V. Grundy presided.

The Mission Reeort was read by the secretary, Mr. T.

A. Edge. Mr. Chambers spoke of his experiences as a

Home Mission Worker,' and the good- work being done

by the Home Mission Committee The anniversary ser-

vice was very successful.

Bristol (Bishopston).—Trust anniversary preacher was

Rev. C. Pye (President and former pastor). Large con-

gregations attended : it added greatly to the pleasure of

the people that Mrs. Pyc was present throughout all the

services. Rev. J. T. Perry Oliver was the afternoon

speaker, and Mr. Middleton the chairman. On Monday,

the usual tea was provided, followed by a public meet-

ing. Speakers : Revs. C. Pyc and J. Benson. Chair-

man (in the absence, through illness, of Ald. G. B.

Britton, J.P.). Coun. W. H. Eyles, .J.P., and Mr.

Rawlins led the singing, Mr. Andrews presiding at the

organ. It was a time long to be remembered.

Brixton (Mallinson Road).—At the 30th anniversary

of the church, the morning service was taken by Rev.

A. C. George, and the evening service by Rev. R. W. Gair (pastor).

'

:Special music was rendered by the choir

at both services. In the evening, Mr. H. 13owles was

the soloist. The services were continued on Monday

evening, when Mr. W. E. Davis, a trustee of the

church, presided, and an address was given by Rev.

S. Gordon. The absence of Rev. R. W. Gair, through

indisposition, was much regretted. Rev. F. Bavin

kindly filled his place. Rev. J. Payne was also present

and took part in the meeting. The treasurer's report

was very satisfactory, showing that all current accounts

were clear. The future is full of hope.

Cowling.—Successful church -anniversary services were

held. On Saturday evening a grand concert (over 500

persons present) was held in the schoolroom, sustained by

the following artistes of national reoutation : Miss Kate

Winter (soprano), Miss Muriel Brunskill (contralto), Mr.

Walter Hyde (tenor), Mr. George Baker (baritone), all

Of London. On Sunday afternoon, a musical service was

held in the church (nearly 1,200 present),. sustained by

the above artistes. At the evening service, Rev. A. C. Lockett (pastor) was the preacher, when solos were again

rendered by the principals and special music by the choir.

Conductor, Mr. John Bailey ; organist, Mine. F. Whitaker,

I,.R.A.M., A.T.C.L. Proceeds, 4107 11s. 9c1.

Derby (Becket Street).—At the choir anniversary, the

preacher was Rev. J. J. Absalom, a former minister.

His presence - vas very welcome in his old Church as

evidenced by the attendance at the.'morning and even-

ing services. The proceeds were well up to average.

"I'lw choir rendered special anthems ; soloist, Mrs. A.

Burgess. Mr. A. Burgess presided at the organ.

Eastleigh.—Church anniversary services recently held.

Rev. W. 13. Lee Cann (pastor) preached to good con-

gregations. In the afternoon a musical programme was

rendered by the choir (conductor, Mr. \V. H. Crouch);

Mr. G. •Cudmore presiding. The tea on Monday was

followed by the annual meeting, presided over by Mr.

P. S. Blackman (Southampton). .IN•lr. G. Ctulmore (trust

treasurer) presented the trust balance sheet. Speakers :

Revs. Sidney F. Lunn (Wesleyan) and W. D. Lee Cana.

The services were of a high order. Proceeds, for the

trust funds, 4-9 10s.

Leeds (Tong Road).—Church anniversary services

were conducted by Rev. T. Sunderland (Home Mission

Secretary). In the afternoon "Elijah " was rendered by

an augmented choir, under Mr. H. Abbott. There were

good congregations at each service. A largelattended

tea was held on Monday,- when a number of past mem-

bers and friends gathered. At the public meeting,

which followed, Mr. J. R. Wilby presided, and addresses

were given. by Revs. T. Sunderland F. H. Shimmin

(P.,M.), and F. 1-1 J. Thornton. Mr. Mitchell presented

the accounts, which revealed an adverse balance of

A thanksgiving meeting, to receive the accounts, was

held on the Tuesday, presided over by the pastor.

Great joy was expressed at the result. In a year of

great unemployment, the net result of the anniversary

was , -,79 13s. 4d., an advance on the preceding year.

Lincoln (Silver Street.—Preacher, Rev. \V. C. Jackson,

B.A., who entered the ministry from this circuit. The

visit was thoroughly enjoyed, the services being of a very

high order. The meeting on Monday evening was pre-

sided over by Dr. Godfrey Lowe (Sheriff of the city). He

and the Rev. W. C. Jackson gave addresses, which were

very much 'appreciated. The choir and friends rendered

anthems and solos.

Liverpool Norpt (Stuart Road).—The chapel anniver-sary- preacher was Rev. Paul Bacon, of Seacombe (Wes-

leyan). There were large congregations at each ser-

vice. Anthems were rendered by the choir, and a duct

by .Mrs. Bousfield and Miss Blyde. In the afternoon a united gathering of church and brotherhood was ad-

dressed by Rev. Win. Taylor (Presbyterian) and pre-

skied over by Coun. G. Platt.

Long Eaton (Mount Tabor).—The church anniversary

services were full of inspiration. Preacher on Sunday and

Monday, Rev. R. I-I. 13. Shapland, of Burton-on-Trent.

The choir n-endered special music. .At the public meeting

on Monday, Councillor J. A. Bush, J . P., Chairman of the

Urban District Council, and one of the trustees of the

church, presided, and Revs. R. H. B. Shapland and J.

Harding Jackson (WesleyanI'delivered addresses. Col-

lections £36 Ss. 10d. Manchester North (Failsworth).—At the 126th Trust

anniversary, Rev. W. D. Bainbridge, a former minister,

was. the preacher, the evening congregation being

particularly good. In the - afternoon a musical service

was held under the presidency of Rev. W. J. Hopper.

Mr. John Walton, of Clayton Bridge, gave an address

on Church Services, and Mr. Frank Greenwood, Mus.

I3ac., F.R.C..0., of Rochdale, rendered •a number of

pieces on the organ. 'Mr. Wilfred Pickering was the

vocalist. Financal result very gratifying, L:30.

Market Rosen (Normanbv).—All the services wei e

most successful. Rev. R. Trolley (Grimsby) was the

preacher. Public tea and meeting on the Monday.

Chairman : Mr. C. H. Smith (Market Rasen). Speakers :

Revs. R. Trolley and A. E. Nelson. The Rector of Nor-

man-by- was present at the public tea. Mr. G. Coles

gave expression of thanks to the numerous friends who

rendered great service and encouragement. The Wes-

leyan friends joind in all the services.

Newcastle-on-Tyne (Heaton .Road).=The 05th anni-

versary of the church community and the 21st of the

present building was recently celebrated. The special

preacher was the Connexional Chapel Secretary, Rev.

W. C. Jackson, B.A. Collections and gifts of the mem-

bers amounted to -f.;08. The annual sale, under the

presidency of Mr. George Alderson, a local 'Wesleyan,

was opened on the Monday by the Lord Mayor of New-

castle (Alderman \V. Bramble, - J.P.), accompanied by

the Lady Mayoress. A good number rallied for the tea,

which was followed by a public meeting, at which Mr.

J. G. Walker, J.P., presided, and Rev. \V. C. Jackson

gave a vigorous address. The sale was resumed on the

Tuesday, when the pastor (Rev. W. J. Teague) presided over a gathering that filled the schoolroom to overflow-

ing. Musical items were rendered by Miss Doris Varlet',

pianist Miss Erica King. (late of Odessa), soprano ;

Miss Gusthart, contralto, and Master Cecil Nixon,

bronze medallist Newcastle Tournament 1923. A three=

tier birthday cake was cut by Mrs. Teague (wife of the

pastor), and the toast of the Church proposed by the

Trust secretary, Mr. \V. C. Flann. The total proceeds

of the anniversary amounted to £220, which was con-

sidered gratifying in view of the fact that only two

months ago over '.150 was promised towards the clean-

ing and beautifying of the church.

Oldbury (Dudley Port, 'St. Paul 's).—At the church an-

niversary, Rev. E. H. Rowe preached to good congrega-

tions. In the afternoon a large audience assembled to

listen to an impressioned and eloquent speech by the

M.P. for the Division—Mr. A. Short—on the relation of the Christian Church to the social and political

problems of the day. Coon. A. Chatwin presided. On

the -Monday, over 300 sat down to a public tea, and the

school was crowded at night, when a concert was- given,

presided over by Mr. A. Fellowes. Proceeds, over 4'37,

an advance on last year.

Plymouth (Greenbank).—At the chapel anniversary,

Rev. M. \V. Chandler preached to large congregations on

the Sunday, and on Monday lectured on "Don Quixote

in the Twentieth Century," Mr. Laurence Spear taking

the chair. The attendance at the Wednesday tea and

meeting was large and enthusiastic, the chair being taken

by Mr. J. 13. Stenlake. The report by Mr. R. C. Davey

showed a fine record, and Mr. Chandler congratulated

the church on its continued prosperity under the leader-

ship of the Rev. J. I-I. Rodda.

South Shields (Deans).—Anniversary services were

conducted by Rev. A. H. Headley, of Bellingham. On

the following Wednesday a sale of work and tea was

held. The Mayor (Ald. Edward Smith), chairman ; Mrs.

W. H. \Vaggott opened the sale, Rev. F. G. Taylor taking

part. The public meeting at night was addressed by Rev.

A. H. Headley. Proceeds

United Methodist Church, , Moffatt Road, Thornton Heath

REOPENING Services SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4th :

Preacher Rev. WILLIS BRYARS II o'clock and 6.30 o'clock.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5th :

Rev. JOSEPH HOCKING (Preacher and Novelist)

will give his POPULAR LECTURE, "The World in the Melting Pot,"

at 8 o'clock.

Chairman : W. J. MALLINSON, Esq. (Carshalton).

Silver Collection in aid of RENOVATION FUND.

Old and New Friends invited to Social Hour at 7 o'clock.

Buses 49a & 68a to All Saints' Church. 7 minutes' .walk

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South Yorkshire Mission (Thorne).—Successful Sunday School anniversary has been held. NIr. James Alachturiir (Sheffield) conducted Sunday morning service. :1, chil-cken's gathering in the afternoon, and a song service, "Gracie's Gift," ably rendered in the evening before a crowded audience, with \1 r. \laclaurin as chairman. Mr. George Rimmington opened the proceedings on the Monday night, when "Gracie's- Gift " was repeated. -Miss Shirtliff presided at the organ.

Sheffield (Banner Cross).—The visit of Rev. Thos. Sunderland (Home Nlission Secretary) drew large con-gregations, on occasion of the trust anniversary. In the afternoon the . choir provided an excellent programme of music, assisted by Nliss Nlabel Smith, with violin solos. The accompanists were : Misses NI. Rawling, A.R.C.M., Fowkes, and Mr. Cyril Stanney. :Mr. J. Fox (choirmaster) con-ducted. Mr. H. Tymm (circuit steward) presided. The choir also rendered anthems at the morning and even-ino- services. On Monday; after a tea, an address was delivered by Rev. ThoS. Sunderland on "The Church in the Light of To-day." Mr. D. Flather presided. Pro-ceeds, in excess of previous year. — (Hanover).—At the trust anniversary services, a special effort was made to liquidate the trust debt and successfully completed. A gradually-increasing debt has accumulated on the cur-rent account, owing to the difficult financial conditions prevalent in Sheffield. After very careful and serious consideration of the position, the trustees decided to .ask the church to help in obtaining -,(600. Under the guidance and direction of the Rev. H. V. Capsey, scheme was prepared, whereby an endeavour should be made to obtain j;100 pee month. -\11 sections of the church responded with enthusiasm, and by the personal gifts of the trustees and members of the church and con-gregation, with the proceeds. of special efforts, the scheme has been completed. The services were con-ducted by Rev. H. V. Capsey, who was able to an-nounce at the .close of the evening service that the re-sponse to the appeal was .:6(.18 1k. Bd.. about 1:100 more than was asked for. A magnificent accomplish-ment, particularly in these difficult days.

Walthamslow (Lloyd Park).—The Rev. George Eayrs, F.R.Hist.S., recently celebrated his first anniversary as nastor of Lloyd Park Church, Walthamstow. Rev. J. Baden preached in the morning, and the pastor in the evening. On-Monday, Mr. and Mrs. Eayrs held a. recep-tion preceding the public meeting, at which the church treasurer, Mr. George Easton, presided. The chairman referred to the great task which confronted Mr. Eayrs on his arrival at Lloyd Park, and the able way in which it . had been tackled. Rev. George Eavrs outlined briefly the achievements of the past year, and made reference to the marks of God's blessing upon his ministry. the chief being that the membership had increased from 160 to WI, and that there had been a number of conversions. Ad-dresses _were given by Rev. W. E. Chivers. B.A. Mr. W. Murray (president of the Walthamstow Free Church Council) and Rev. E. \Voolhousc. Miss Cissie Brown rendered solos, and the choir, under Mr. C. H. Dudley's direction, sang an antheM.

Worksop (Whitwell).—Preacher : Mr. G. Renshaw (Clowne). In the afternoon, Mr. J. Burton (('reswell) presided over a P.S.A. On Monday, there was a public tea, followed by a meeting, over which ,Mr. E. W. Thompson presided. Addresses were given by Revs. W. S. Green and H. E. Hamblin. A very satisfactory report on the work of the church during the past year was submitted by Mr. W. Calladine. During the even-ing, solos were rendered by Mrs. J. Woods and Mr. J. Storks. The tone of these services were spiritually. high. — (Stanfree).—Preacher : Rev. H. E. Hamblin. In the afternoon, a children's service was held, addressed by Rev. H. E. Hamblin. At the evening service, solos were rendered by Miss M. Salt and Mr. C. Salt.—(Potter Street).—The anniversary of the Young People's class commenced with a concert given by Miss May Osticks's (Retford) Concert Party. Chairman Court. W. W. Skelton. On the Sunday, the preacher Was Rev. W. \V. Craig (;a former miniAer). Evening- service xvas crowded, the soloist being hiss Winifred Duke. L.R.A.M. (Sheffield): In the afternoon the church was packed to hear Miss Eva Rich's Sheffield Concert Party. Organist : Mr. C. V. Berry, F. R.C.O., and Mr. \V. Taylor. Chairman : Mr. .1. J. Rapps. Collections, nearly /-7.18—a record.

Quarterly Meetings. Northlew and Okehampt on.--11(.1d at Highampton,

Rev. R. James presiding. A hearty \\ IC( 411,. Was given to Rev. J. L. Orchard, the inventing minister. Report of the circuit garden party showed a net ledance of 1:105, which was deemed highly satisfactory. Special evan- gelistic services to be held in the Winter menths, and an invitation was extended to NIT-. and Mrs. M. and T. Thompson to conduct the same. commencing On Decem-ber 20111, and continuing to the end of Nlarch. Several friends spoke appreciative words of Rev. R. James's ministry, and a cordial invitation was extended to hint to remain a sixth..-year until 1925, and he accepted.

Week St. harry. — Held at Nlaxworthy, Rev. NI. de J. Lark presiding. The financial statement showed a balance in hand o f over it V1.A

d cid ed to ask earb church to take a Sunday's collection for the Japanese Distress Fund. Mr. J. Heard was nomi-nated for senior circuit steward and Mr. NV. Bate for junior steward. Mr. Lark was unanimously invited 10

remain till Conference, 1920, and accepted. Following the meeting, the church held its harvest thanksgiving services. A public tea was well patronized. Mr. A. Sloman (senior steward) presided over the evening ser-vice, addressed by Rev. M. de J. Lark-

Wakelleld.—Held at Ossett. Rev. Alwyn 1. Ellis in the chair. Mr. B. Elli4 (circuit steward) reported that as a result or new circuit levy. the finances had been placed on a sound basis. Rev. W. Reed was invited to remain in the circuit until 1925. Messrs. Fred Batley,

\V. II. Burdett, Joseph 11. Ellis, \V. NI. Boocock, and Edgar Ellis were received on full plan, after passing examination. The address of welcome was delivered by NIr. F. W. Wright, supported by Revs. Alwyn Ellis and \V. Reed, the latter remarking- that it must -be a unique occasion in that circuit for five of their own young men to be received together. The meeting was marked by deep spiritual fervour.

W hit elm yen. — Presided over by Rev. W. II. Bourne. Decided to embark upon twelve days' mission. Excellent report of year's activity rendered. Thirty members received during year at Catherine Street and eight at Barton. Connexional magazines had in-creased their sales five-fold. Each church in No. 1 sec-tion had, its Band of Hope and Y.P. society. A training class for local preachers had been formed. The meet-ing closed on a note of thanksgiving and expectancy.

. Weston-super-Mare.—There was considerable reason for thankfulness, as all the churches had so promptly honoured special assessments to meet the outlay in re-furnishing the Nfan se. About 1:1:10 worth of new fur-niture has been purchased, yet the quarterly account, showed a balance of over ,4;9. Arrangements have been made for a weekly Sunday School workers' fellowship meeting.

Memorials. Batley (Zion).—In the presence of a large congrega.

Lion, a service was held on October 21st in r-tsinernbrance of 21 young IMO belonging; to the church, who laid down their lives in the late war. The service, as was fitting, was of a simple and impressive character. Through the whole service one felt a devout spirit was operating. Rev. W. Cooper, who had charge of the service, spoke very impressively from the text, " Remember Them." At the close of the address, the Nlayor of Batley (\l r. Hamil-ton ('rothers) unveiled the memorial tablet, which con-sists of beaten brass, and has been erected \\1111111 the church.

Exeter (St. Thomas).--In the presence of a large congregation, a simple but beautiful memorial to the late Miss resale--for more than 4O years organist al the church—was dedicated to the service of God. The memorial is in the form of four solid brass vases for the Communion table, with simple and effective ornament, and bearing suitable inscription. Miss 13realy had for many years provided and arranged the tic for the sanetualy, and being of a retiring- ;and gentle nature, it was felt that this was an appropriate form for the memorial. Rev. L. II. .Court preached an impressive sermon, and after the hynm. "For all the saints, who from fro their labours rest," Mr. W. I fawke %spoke in bigh terms of the splendid service deceased had rendered the church and said that the contributions had been most freely made by friends of the church and congregation, and by some from afar. 'He asked the minister's accep-tance of the memorial, on their behalf. 'Mr. Court, on behalf of the trustees and church, accepted the gifts, and after placing- them in position, offered a prayer of dedi-cation, and expressed the thanks of the church to the donors. The work \vas carried out satisfactorily by Messrs. Whippell and Co., the well-known church fur-nishers, of Exeter and London, and the memorial makes a fine acquisition to the sanctuary.

General. Bristol South (Ashton Gate).—The newly-formed

branch of the Guild of Venturers, in connection with the above church, held their first rally and church service on Sunday morning, October 14th. .\ special sermon was preached by the president of the branch (Mrs. Herbert Bolitho). There was an excellent attendance. An in- teresting presentation took place recently of lounge chairs

NIr. and NIrs. C. Allward in recognition of many years services. Mr. Allward has filled the office of church secretary for over 'Pi years, Bright Hour secretary for wer 30 years, :Ind has been a member of the choir for nearly 40 years. Mrs. Anwar(' has been a member of the choir and also Sunday School teacher for 40 years. Rev. II. Bolitho uhc the presentation.

Conaresbary.—Great interest was shown when the new organ, recently installed, was dedicated and opened. The chapel was packed, extra seating- accommodation having to he found. A. M. B. Griddle (of Work') teesided. Rev. F. Collins offered the dedicatory prayer. Rey. J. Job, with a few well-chosen words, dedicated the organ to the glory of God, remarking. on the fitness or the inumorial to the splendid Christian work of the late Nirs. Percy Sheppy. • NIr. Stanley Walter (secre-tary) gave the report. showing the cost to be ,4::180. The funds had reached 4;:140, but it wa.: estimated that ;mother L.:10 from that evening, would leave a deficit of

::10. Nil-. T. II. Sheppy, the senior member of the c hurch, presented to Nliss Blanche Hunt a gold wristlet watch a token of the esteem of the congregation for her valued services as organist. Miss Hunt replied, showing her .appreciation : the gift was a great surprise to her, but as a recognition she accepted it with grati-tude. Mr. F. A. Wilshire, of Bristol, was the organist. Soloist, Nladame Eva Bright. An augmented choir, under the conductorship of Mr. R. Roberts, rendered several anthems. It was at memorable meeting.

Ilexham.—The annual circuit gathering was well at-tended, representatives being present from neatly every society. The chairman of Newcastle District (the Rev. T. W. Colman) preached in the afternoon, and addressed a meeting in the evening, the Rev. H. R. Barry pre-siding. The country churches provided provisions, etc., for the tea, and the same service was rendered by the Hexham Church for the evening supper. An interest-ing item took place during the meeting, when Mr. E. Snowball, at the request of the friends, presented Mr. J. Dent (54 years a local preacher) with a handsome umbrella, duly inscribed, " In appreciation, of long and valuable services." The financial result will he equal to previous efforts.

Leaden (Jubilee).—The Laymen's "Nlissionary Fellow-ship recently formed at this church have promised to make themselves responsible for raising- L.10 towards the 4,'ZI0,000 :Missionary Scheme. The secretary, Alf. J.

Geleit, with Nit-. C. Pearson, 4trranged a jumble sale, and succeeded, with the kind help of. the friends of the church, in raising the required funount.

London, Hackney (Pembury (;rove).—A gathering unique in the history of the church was recently held. A few months ago one of the former members put forward a suggestion in the church magazine, that a gathering of past and present members should he convened, and that it should be called "Remembrance 1)ay." It proved a positive inspiration.. The idea was taken up with enthusiasm, and the day saw a wonder-ful reunion of old friends. From all parts of London and the countryside they gathered—friends who had not seen each other for years. Between the concert items which followed the tea, old members recounted their reminiscences. It was one of the happiest gather-ings ever held at Pembury, and it revealed the wonder-ful work that has been accomplished there, and by mem-bers who hme. gone forth to initiate \sliat are now successful churches elsewhere.

Wakelleld (Market Street).—Ceder the auspices of the worm,,,,, own, att Attieri t.„, tea was held to ra t s,

funds. N1r. and Nirs. G. F. Andranev acted as hostesses, when the opening ceremony was performed by :11th. Charles Royle, (1layor of Stockport), the Nlayoress of Wakefield presiding.

Uhilehaven.—A Local Preachers' Training Class has been formed under the directi(m of Rey. W. H. Bourne. Over twenty young men and women :Ire regular attend-ants. .\ background in Christian Evidences and the Teaching of ('heist is taught. The classes are conducted in' an atmosphere of devotional study, and close with prayer from the students.

The Subjects Committee of the \Vorld Conference on 1:ailli and Order requests that all groups ‘vhich have been considering the second series-- Ottestions concern- ing the y ill the -reunited Church will mail their reports so that they Will reach the General Secre-tary at the above address on or before 1)ecember :11st, 1923. The Committee has prepared a third series, on the ('hutch, which will be mailed as soon as it call be printed. .\ fourth series The Christian Moral Ideal and a fifth -Fries---'the Sacraments—have been prepared, which will he !nailed after the .reports on the third series have been received.

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THURSDAY, Nov. 8,1923

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Methodist Magazine. CONTENTS POR NOVEMBER.

EDITORIAL. Has Preaching bad its Day ? THE FIRTH'S ALMSHOUSES, SHEFFIELD.

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Rev. T. Letcher (Port.) Mr. Price Lewis, J.P., Woiv erhampton (Port.)

WORSHIP AT THE FIRESIDE. By Rev. W. J. Southern.

THE MIRACLE OF FAI TH. By J. W. Townson. DIFFICULTIES OP A VILLAUB CHURCH.

II. 7 he Social Programme for Winter Evenings. By Rev. H. E. Reed.

RESTING FROM THEIR LABOURS. Rev. Jabez Percival (with Portrait). Rev. H. Walker Slott. Rev. W. G. Jolly.

JOHN GILL-OPTIMIST. (Serial Story.) By Rev. Samuel Horton.

LABOUR AND THE DRINK TRADE. By Ernest G. Allighan.

BOOKS OF TO-DAY. By Rev. J. G. B. Corks. THE GUILD OP VENTURERS.

By Rev. G. H. Kennedy. THE DENOMINATIONAL OUTLOOK.

By Watchman.

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The Missionary Echo CONTENTS FOR NOVEMBER.

EAST AND WEST IN KENYA. Rev. R. T. Worthington.

FRohl THE MISSION HOUSE. Rev. C. Stedetord.

CHINA FOR THE FIRST TIME. Rev. F. W. Cottrell.

OUR ANNUAL SUMMARY OF PACTS. Rev. E. E. Lark.

LIGHT AND SHADE IN %VEST AFRICA. Rev. W. S. Alicklethwaite.

ON COMPARING OTHERS WITH OURSELVES. Rev. W. A. Grist.

IWO EASTERN WEDDINGS. (1). Miss S. Gertrude Ford.

THE SILVER LINING. (Young Polk). Rev. T. Nightingale.

SAM POLLARD FOR SCHOOLS. A Review. Rev. T. A. Jelled...

AGGREGATE CONTRIBUTIONS FOR OVER- SEAS MISSIONS.

A v ISIT To KOPU-LAND. Rev. F. J. Dymond. PRAYER UNION. OUR WO HEN'S AUXILIARY. Mrs. J. B. Brooke.

Christian Women of Wenchow. Mrs. T..W. Chapman.

A Week-end Among the Miao. Nurse N. B. Raine.

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