Communions.
Dingwall, first Sabbath of February; Stornoway, third. Ullapool, first Sabbath of March; Tarbert; Harris, second.
Letter from Rev. J. B. Radasi, Matabeleland.
We had a short letter from Mr. Radasi in December, from which the following is an extract:—”Some of our people here have also gone to the war in German East Africa, some as drivers of waggons, while others have joined the Matabele Regiment which was formed some time ago. The effects of the war are felt here too, as everything has gone up in price, and is still going up; and the failure of the crops this year has been a heavy blow to the natives, as many of them are starving. I have not heard for some time now what progress is being made in Lovedale about the printing of the Psalms. Our people are always asking about them. . . . I hope you will not forget us in your prayers. We need the prayers of the Lord’s people. With kindest regards to all the friends I know.—Yours, etc., J. B. RADASI.”
The late D. Graham, Flashadder, Skye.
We regret to announce the death of Mr. Donald Graham, Clachanish, Flashadder, which took place after a short illness on 17th January. Mr. Graham’s death is a heavy blow to the cause at Flashadder. He was latterly the only male member in full communion in the district, and his removal at the age of seventy-five years is sadly regretted. He led a quiet, unobtrusive, and consistent Christian life. The interests of the cause of Christ lay near his thoughts, and he mourned for the desolations of Zion. His words were few, but his exercises indicated a “life hid with Christ in God.” May the Lord raise the children instead of the fathers, that they may be made princes in the earth! We extend our profound sympathy to his sorrowing widow and family. A. M.
London Mission—Change of Hall.
We desire to call attention to the fact that our people in London have been compelled, owing to circumstances arising out of the War, to leave Conference Hall, Eccleston Street, Victoria, S.W., and to meet in another Hall, at 109 Eaton Terrace (Ebury Street end). The new address is five minutes’ walk from Conference Hall. It is matter of regret that the Eaton Terrace Hall is not at all so suitable as the other was, but it is hoped that a better place may be yet secured. Our London people, at the present crisis, deserve the sympathy and support of all friends interested in the cause. The Services, which are conducted by Mr. Mal. Macewan, missionary, are held at the usual hours—Sabbath: English, 11 a.m.; Gaelic, 3.30 p.m.; and English, 7 p.m.: Wednesday, 8 p.m.
Mission to Naval Men in England.
The Rev. Murdo Morrison, Lochinver, is now conducting the Services for Naval Men at Chatham and Portsmouth. As travelling and other expenses have greatly increased, it is desirable that the “Mission to the Forces” Fund be well maintained.
Chaplain to the Forces.
We are pleased to state that the Rev. Andrew Sutherland, C.F. (of Ullapool), who was absent from Ripon for a short time owing to health, is now back there much improved, and is carrying on his work as Chaplain to the Forces. His address is 5th (R.) Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, North Camp, Ripon.
One or two Obituary Sketches are held over (D.V.) till next month.
Of how many mercies is discontent the grave! How does it make the heart, where it is harboured, like the sandy desert, receiving a rich abundance of blessings from on high without yielding, in return, one grateful acknowledgment, but remaining, after heaven’s richest showers of mercy have fallen upon it, as barren and unfruitful as before.—White.