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Nygunsookh brought from a party of pilgrims; he has shaved himself, and appears very hopeful. Another young man appears to be on the Lord's side, but his fear of his father and mother prevents his coming forward. An European lady has, I hope, been brought to discover her sinfulness, and the excellency of the Saviour, by a visit to Monghyr, which Providence brought about. She is mother-in-law to sister P. She appears to be brought from the state of mind of the boasting pharisee, to that of the contrite publican. Brother Capt. P. is not yet returned from the Cape, to which he went on account of the state of his health. We were rejoiced to hear from you, respecting brother Buck, as we had been very anxious on his account. Our sister Moore has been removed by death, and our brother Moore is in deep distress, and has been afflicted with a fever for a long time. I regret that I have to impart no welcome tidings respecting myself: I have been labour. ing under a cold ever since I left Diggah, and from the beginning of this year have been almost laid up. For a whole month I did nothing. My cough, which is very severe, is attended with asthma, and what will be the termination of my complaint is at present very dubious. I

am much debilitated in body, and do very little. I delight in the work of transla tions, and have my heart set upon the completion of two versions for the work of God. But my heart fails me. If my cough continue, what can I do? Pray for me, for I hope I shall not be beyond the reach of prayer when you get this. Peace and good will be to Ireland, and to France, and the Isles of the sea. Give the united love of his Monghyr friends to brother Buck.

"Ever,, my dear brother, your unworthy but affectionate brother,

J. CHAMBERLAIN."

NEws have been received of the safe arrival at Calcutta of Mr. and Mrs Sut. ton, and Mr. Adams.

A letter has been received from Mr.

Joseph Phillips, missionary at Java, by his father, dated Samarang. This station is upwards of 300 miles from Java. At the time he wrote, no one could go out except in boats, as the rainy season had set in. Mr. and Mrs. Phillips were well, though death had made great ravages among the Europeans. He can preach in the Malay language, and is applying himself to the Javanese.

Domestic Religious Intelligence.

ECLIPSE OF THE MOON.

the edge of the earth's shadow will be
projected entirely from the sea, the visi-
ble part of the shadow being at first
formed from the frozen parts of the
Southern Ocean, and afterwards from the
same ocean in more temperate regions.
There will not be another visible eclipse
till Wednesday evening, March 29, 1820,
when the Moon will rise eclipsed about
a quarter past six.
J. F.

ON Wednesday morning, the 14th of this month, there will be a visible eclipse of the Moon: but as she will not have approached her ascending node nearer than about 10 degrees, her latitude will be too much south to admit of her entering far into the earth's shadow, the cen tre of which never makes any sensible deviation from the ecliptic. The eclipse begins at 53 minutes after four, and ends at 24 minutes after six. The ecliptic op. position, or time of full Moon, is at 28 minutes and 25 seconds after five, (or 14 minutes and 39 seconds, mean time.) The middle of the Eclipse, or the nearest THE Committee appointed to superinapproach of the centres of the Moon and tend the Cases presented by particular of the earth's shadow, will be at 39 minutes Baptist churches, for assistance in buildafter five, apparent time, when the Mooning and repairing their places of worship, will be about two digits eclipsed. It may request, through you, to inform the also be remarked, that during this eclipse, friends of the denomination in the coun

CASES OF MEETING HOUSES.

To the Editors of the Baptist Magazine.

try, who may stand in need of pecuniary | Those deeds (among others) will be approved, which are drawn according to the printed form, circulated by the Committee of Deputies appointed to protect the civil rights of Dissenters.

That no person can be permitted to collect upon a case, unless he has an authority in writing from the church.

That the person who collects, be desired, once a week, to deposit the money collected with the Secretary, and that he

shall from time to time receive, and that the church do draw upon the Secretary for the sum paid him.

aid from London, that in order to obviate the difficulties that have been complained of, as to the length of time which cases, after presentation, have had to wait, previous to their being recommended, it has been determined that after the present year, "all cases presented to the committee shall be carefully examined, and when approved, the Secretary do inform the churches, that when ever they think proper to collect in Lon-report to the Committee the amounts he don, their case will be signed at any monthly meeting of the Committee." It is hoped, that this resolution will have the effect of preventing the impositions that have been lately practised, of persons collecting on behalf of churches, by whom they were not authorized; as it must be obvious to every reflecting mind, that if a church may collect under the sanction of the Committee, immediately upon their case being approved, there cannot be the least pretence for an attempt to collect without that sanction, unless the applicants should feel that their case would not bear investigation. For the information of those persons who may have occasion to apply, the Committee beg you to insert the following rules:

That the concerns of this Society be managed by a Committee, consisting of the minister and two messengers, annually sent by each of the churches belonging to it, and of one other person from each of such churches, (either a member or not,) to be chosen by the Contributors, at the annual general meeting, held in the month of June.

That no case engage the attention of the Committee from any number of persons not formed into a church, nor unless it be signed by the church, and recommended by at least two ordained neighbouring ministers.

That no case shall be dismissed or determined immediately on its presentation; but, on its first reading, shall be referred to the consideration of a subsequent meeting of the Committee.

That no case shall be determined on by the Committee, until the trust-deed of the meeting-house and premises, or a copy of it, is sent up for inspection and approved.

That where there are not as many as five Trustees, the Committee will expect the church to enlarge the number to at least nine persons, members of churches of the same faith and order; and that it is indispensable in all cases, that the choice of new Trustees should not be in the surviving Trustees, but should be vested in the men members of the church.

It will follow, from the above rules, that to enable the Committee to judge of a case, a statement in writing must be sent up, which should contain the reasons for the erection, enlargement, or repair; the nature of the property, whether freehold, copyhold, or leasehold. The number of members forming the churck; their profession of faith; the usual number of stated hearers. The amount of the whole of the expenditure, including purchase of ground, erection, deeds, &c. The amount collected by the church among themselves, and the amount collected in other places, which will of course shew the balance due. The case must be signed, on behalf of the church, by the pastor, deacons, and members, at a church meeting, and recommended by at least two ordained neighbouring ministers, in their own hands writing, and with the case, the trust deed of the meeting house, or an exact copy of it, must be sent up.

All communications for the Committee must be sent, post paid, to Mr. GALE, Solicitor, No. 70, Basinghall-street, their (gratuitous) Secretary.

BRANCH BAPTIST MISSIONARY SOCIETY,

A BRANCH SOCIETY in aid of the Baptist Mission, formed at Maidstone, Kent, on Friday, July 17, 1818, Mr. Hawkins in the chair; when several rese. lutions relative to the Society were moved and approved of.

Appropriate speeches were delivered by Messrs. Hope, Giles, Stanger, Cornford, Cranbrook, Rogers, Bentliff, and Dobney. A lively interest on behalf of the perishing heathen was excited, and it is hoped that this Society, formed at the county town, will stimulate all the churches in Kent that have not yet exerted themselves in this important cause, to follow their praise-worthy example.

Perishing millions are calling, in language that must be felt by every benevolent heart," Come over and help us." At the close of the above meeting, the following resolution was unanimously approved:

3. That in order to extend the operations of the Parent Society, by the increase of its funds, and at the same time to meet the moral and spiritual wants of the inhabitants of the southern vicinity of the metropolis, an Auxiliary Society That it is highly desirable that a be now formed, and called the South County Auxiliary Society, in aid of the London Auxiliary Baptist Itinerant and Baptist Mission, should be formed. That British Missionary Society.' The Rev. to promote this object, a meeting be held J. Edwards, T. Jarvis, of Jersey, G. C. at the Rev. Wm. Giles's Meeting-house, Smith, J. Hoby, and others, delivered Chatham, on Tuesday, the 29th of Sep- interesting addresses in support of the tember next; and that Messrs. Giles, resolutions. Nearly £20 were collectRogers, Shirley, Cornford, Hope, Ac-ed in the course of the evening. After worth, Davies, Laker, and Stanger, be appointed as a provisionary Committee, to carry the above into effect, by communicating with all the Baptist ministers in the county.

Maidstone, July 17, 1818.

Men of Kent, and brethren in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, it is hoped this infant commencement will be crowned with the approbation of the Head of the church, whose kingdom you wish to advance; and that the proposed meeting will be sanctioned with your presence, counsel, influence, and prayers. Remember, union is strength!

SOUTH LONDON AUXILIARY

Baptist Itinerant and British
MISSIONARY SOCIETY,

ON Tuesday Evening, August 18, 1818, a numerous and respectable Meeting was held at the Rev. J. Hooy's, Maze Pond, Southwark, for the formation of a

South London Auxiliary Baptist Itinerant and British Missionary Society. Thomas Thompson, Esq. took the chair at seven o'clock, and the following resolutions, (among others) were unanimously carried :

1. That the prevalence of ignorance and depravity, and the deficiency of religious instruction, as well in the vicinity of the metropolis, as in the numerous villages throughout the kingdom, are deeply to be lamented; and that it is, therefore, the imperative duty of Chris tians, of alt denominations, to encourage every effort for the salvation of their fel low countrymen.

2. That the successful efforts of the Baptist Itinerant and British Missionary Society call for grateful acknowledgments to the Giver of all good, for the tokens of his approbation of their la bours; and that the object and constitution of that Society are cordially approved by this Meeting.

singing "Praise God, &c." the assembly dissolved, and it is believed that all present were truly gratified.

This new Auxiliary is formed on a plan similar to that of the Auxiliary Tract Societies. One-fourth, at least, of its funds will be annually transmitted to the Treasurer of the Parent Society; it is intended, with the remainder, to establish Sunday Schools, and open new places of worship, in Southwark, and its vicinity, where the spiritual necessities of the numerous population loudly call for the aid of Christian benevolence. The Parent Society will thus be benifitted in a two-fold manner; by the improvement of its funds, and by the execution of its designs. May the time soon come, when, contemplating the success of our labours,we shall be compelled to exclaim, with grateful admiration, "This is the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes!"

Subscriptions and donations will be thankfully received, by Thomas Thompson, Esq. Brixton, President; Mr. T. Pewtress, 67, Newington Causeway, Treasurer; and the Rev. J. M. Cramp, 1, Buckingham-place, Kent-road, Secretary.

NEW MEETINGS OPENED.

WOLSTON, WARWICK.

ON Wednesday, April 22, 1818, a small neat Chapel, in the Baptist denomination, at Wolston, in the county of Warwick, was opened. In the morning, the Rev. James Jones, of Monk's Kirby, commenced the service by reading the scriptures and prayer; the Rev. J. Burder, of Stroud, Gloucestershire, preach. ed from Psalm cxxii. 6, 7, 8; and the Rev. F. Franklin, of Coventry, from Job, viii. 7.

In the evening, the Rev. J. Jerard, of Coventry, preached from Acts, v. 20; Messrs. Sheffield, of Bulkington, Bromiley, of Leamington Spa, and Shakespear,

of Southam, were severally engaged in the devotional exercises of the day. The services were truly interesting, and well attended, though the weather was very unfavourable. £25 were collected towards the expenses of the building, which leaves a debt of upwards of £180 for the liquidation of which, it will be necessary still further to solicit the aid of the benevolent public; upon whom the peculiar situation of the place, the poverty of the people, and encouraging prospects of usefulness have powerful claims.

BRAYBURN LEES.

JULY 30, 1818, was opened a plain and neat chapel at Brayburn Lees, about five miles from Ashford, in the road to Folkstone. Four years ago, Messrs. Skinner and Scott, occasional preachers belonging to the Ashford church, hired a dwelling house in the place, for preaching and for establishing a Sunday-school. A few children at first attended, which has since increased to 150; and their

was opened for the public worship of God.

Half-past ten, A. M.-Mr. Larom pray. ed; Mr. Mann, of Shipley, preached, from 3 John, 2; Mr. Neale, of Osset, (Independent minister,) concluded.

Two, P. M.-Mr. Scarlett, of Gildersome, prayed; Mr. Stephens, of Rochdale, preached, from Phil. i. 3—5; and Mr Hale, of Heckmondwicke, (Independent minister,) concluded.

Six in the evening. Dr. Steadman prayed and preached, from Acts, xiii. 26, and concluded.

A collection was made after each sermon, which in all amounted to £17 5s. 11 d. towards the liquidation of the debt. The debt yet remaining on the chapel is about £64. The day was interesting in a high degree to the friends of religion; nor can we forbear to add, that the prudence of our friends at Thornhill, in applying the money they have raised, as well as their diligence and generosity in removing their debt, merit high commendation.

improvement has been very encouraging NEW MEETING OPENED, AND

CHURCH FORMED.

SOUTH SHIELDS.

It was at length determined to build a place of worship, which has been done at the expense of £150. Fifty pounds of the money has been collected of the neighbours, and of the friends at Ashford; and £21 on the day of open- AGREEABLE to the Resolutions passed ing. Mr. Broady of Ashford, preached at the last Northern Association of Bapin the morning; Mr. Giles, of Ey- tist Churches, a large and commodious thorne, in the afternoon; and Mr. Marsh, room has been taken on the foundation of Hythe, in the evening: Messrs. Skin- of the Northern Baptist Itinerant Soner, Scott, Coppin, and Carpenter, en-ciety, in the large and populous town of gaged in prayer. All the services were well attended, and the pleasure generally felt on the occasion will not soon be forgotten. It may be proper to add, that four persons, to whom the preaching has been blessed, have been baptized, and united to the church at Ashford.

THORNHILL.

In the year 1813, the Baptist Itinerant Society for the counties of York and Lancaster, introduced the preaching of the word into the neighbourhood of Thornhill, a village near Dewsbury, in Yorkshire. In the year 1814, five were baptized; and in the year 1815, four more, in the river Calder, by Dr. Steadman, who were the fruits of these itinerant labours. For some time divine worship was carried on in a school-room; this, however, could not be continued, and a chapel has been built, 12 yards square inside, without galleries. This building has cost upwards of £300. On Monday, August the 10th, 1818, it

South Shields, which was opened for divine worship on the 28th of June, 1818, by Mr. Winter, a student from the Bradford Academy, under very favourable circumstances. On the following Sabbath a Sunday-school was begun, which consists of 90 scholars.

On Wednesday, the 2d of September, a church was formed in the above-mentioned meeting-house, of members of different churches residing there, according to the order of the Particular Baptists. The service commenced at two P. M. Mr. Winter began by reading and prayer; Mr. Whitfield described the nature of a gospel church. The letters of dismission from North Shields, Monkwearmouth, and Newcastle-uponTyne, were read by Mr. Pengilly; after which the members were requested to signify their union as a church by holding up their right hands. Mr. Whitfield gave them the right hand of fellowship, and offered prayer on their behalf; Mr. Williamson preached to the newly formed church, from 2 Cor. xiii. 11

Mr. Sample concluded by prayer; after which the ordinance of the Lord's Supper was administered, at which Mr. Whitfield presided.

HORHAM.

ON Thursday, August 7, 1817, Mr. Matthew Harvey, (of Hadleigh, EsMet again at half-past six.-Mr. sex,) was ordained pastor over the Fisher began in prayer; Mr. Pengilly Baptist church at Horham, Suffolk, Mr. preached, from Daniel, ii. 44, 45; Mr. Tidd commenced the service, by readWhitfield concluded the interesting sering the 4th chapter of Ephesians, and vices of the day, which were numerously

attended.

ORDINATIONS.

PENNEL.

Ox Tuesday, the 24th of March, Mr. Thomas Harris, late student at Bristol, was ordained pastor over the Baptist church at Pennel, in the county of Monmouth. Mr. Lewis, of Chepstow, introduced the service, by reading and prayer; Mr. Jones, of Cardiff, explained the nature and order of a gospel church; Mr. Edmunds, of Trosnant, prayed the ordination prayer, and gave the charge to the minister, from Rev. ii. 10; Mr. James, of Pontrhydyrun, preached to the people, from 1 Cor. iv. 1; and Mr. Morgan, of Bethany, concluded in prayer.

KIDDERMINSTER.

In the year 1809, a small Baptist in

terest was formed in this ancient and once highly honoured town, which has since considerably increased. The late excellent minister, the Rev. T. Griffin, having removed to America, Mr. S. R. Allen was called to the pastorate; to which office he was solemnly ordained on Wednesday, July the 29th, 1818. The Rev. B. H. Draper, of Coseley, delivered the introductory discourse. The usual questions being put, and replied to, the Rev. T. Waters, of Pershore, offered the ordination prayer; the Rev. H. Page, of Worcester, gave the charge, from Colos. iv. 17; the Rev. T. Morgan, of Birmingham, preached to the people, from 3 John, 8; and the Rev. M. Thomas, of Abergavenny, preached at the Independent meeting-house in the evening.

The devotional services were conducted by the Rev. Messrs. Helmore, Thodey, and Redford, (Independent.)

Kidderminster is a most important station, containing a population of ten

thousand souls. It has been honoured

with the labours of a Baxter, and the distinguished piety of a Joseph Williams. The prospect of usefulness is highly encouraging.

praying Mr. Cowel, of Ipswich, stated the nature of a gospel church, asked the usual questions, and received the confession of faith; Mr. Simpson, of Diss, offered the ordination prayer; Mr. Ward, of Diss, gave the charge, from 1 Tim. iv. 6, and concluded the morning service,

Afternoon. Mr. Hickman, (Independent,) of Denton, prayed; Mr. Payne, of Ipswich, addressed the church, from 1 Tim. iv. 12; also Mr. Tidd preached, from Heb. xii. 22; and Mr. Smith, of Carlton, concluded the pleasing services of the day.

STRADBROOK.

ON Thursday September 25, 1817. Mr. Thomas Goldsmith was ordained pastor over the Baptist church, at Strad brook, Suffolk. Mr. Harvey, of Hor ham, commenced the solemn service of the day by reading and prayer; Mr. Ward, of Diss, stated the nature of a gospel church, asked the usual questions, and received the confession of faith; Mr. Simpson, of Eye, offered the or dination prayer, Mr. William Shenston, of London, (Mr. Goldsmith's late pastor) gave the charge from Deut. xxxi. 23, and concluded the morning service. In the afternoon, Mr. Payne, of Ips. wich, began the service by prayer; Mr. Cowell, of Walton, addressed the church from 1 Cor. i. 10; Mr. Cooper, of Stoke Ash, concluded in prayer. Met again in the evening, Mr Farley, of Wattisham, commenced the service by prayer; Mr. Francis, of Colchester, preached from Psalin cxviii. 25; Mr. Goldsmith concluded the important services of the day in prayer.

N. B. The church in this populous village is a branch from the church at Horham, and was formed February 20, 1817, of nineteen persons; since that period it has increased to fifty-three: twenty-six have been added by baptism, and eight by letter. There has been no dissenting interest in the village for more than a century past. There is a large population, and the church enjoys a pleasing prospect of an increase: a Sunday-school is established of

than one hundred children.

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