we neglect them, He will consider us guilty of neglecting Him. If the Redeemer were now upon the earth, surely we should not permit him to want for suitable food and raiment ? Yet he has identified himself with his followers.

Many could (and sure it is not too much to hope that many will) give a penny monthly, or a shilling a year, or even more, without any inconvenience whatever. Such should conscientiously cultivate the spirit of liberality, that they may overcome those temptations and escape those dangers to which they are especially exposed. "How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!"

healthful piety, and deep-toned spirituality of some of the articles, with soul-stirring records of the triumph of truth in the conversion of scores of sinners, make them sweet cordials of luscious consolation to those who will drink from them.

Believing that they are calculated to improve the hearts, guide the consciences, and sanctify the lives of sinners, as well as comfort believers, I have read them to our congregations, and to our friends in their houses, which has not only excited sympathy, elicited praise, and provoked prayer, but induced many to become subscribers.

Your efforts, Mr. Editor, to render the Magazine increasingly valuable, are certainly praiseworthy. Would that ours to promote its circulation were likewise. I have a few thoughts and facts relative to this matter which I cannot now communicate.

I sincerely hope the circulation you were warranted to expect will be realized. Ought it not to be ? Yours, &c.

Feb. 4th, 1864.

BOURNE.

Thorne, Union Street, Plymouth. [May also be had at the Bookroom.]

This terrible calamity exceeds all we have ever heard or read of frightful scenes occurring in places of worship. It may shew what Roman Catholicism is in countries where it has undisturbed sway. The folly of such exhibitions, and the Jesuitical deception of a pretended correspondence with the Virgin Mary, could only be practised among a people effectually schooled in the Romish dogma, that "ignorance is the mother of devotion."

It manifests the depth of

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superstition prevailing where popery has no checks; and explains why the Pope denounces the circulation of the Holy Scriptures. Mournful as is the spectacle of such a hecatomb of deluded females, while attending a fanatical exhibition of popish mummeries in the name of Christianity, it will not have been in vain, if it awakens those British Statesmen to see the danger of the course they are pursuing, who are subsidizing Roman Catholic Priests from the National Exchequer.

Mr. BOURNE has well put this matter in the Sermon before us; which embodies a graphic statement of this melancholy occurrence; suitable animadversions on the proceedings of those infatuated priests, headed by the Jesuit, Ugarté; the denunciations against

the spiritual Babylon recorded in Revelations xviii; and closes by a solemn appeal to the unconverted to seek for mercy promptly, as the only way of escaping the fire reserved for the day of judgment and " perdition of ungodly men."

When delivered with the earnest

ness and pathos of the living voice so well known among us, this Sermon must have been very impressive. In its present form it cannot fail to do much good, and we shall rejoice in its obtaining a large circulation.

REVIVALS.

CALLINGTON CIRCUIT.-We have not been left without some tokens for good. At Harrowbarrow, during the past week, upwards of 50 have been brought to God. To him be all the praise! The good work is still going on. The friends are manifesting a deep interest. A few have been saved in many other places. May the spirit of revival be realized all over the Circuit, and all over the Connexion. W. CLARKE.

YARMOUTH, 1.0.W.-God has permitted us to see a gloriou revival of religion in this Mission. We commenced revival meetings in the first week in November at Yarmouth Chapel. Here we have much opposition; however we felt the Master of assemblies to be present with us, and the society was greatly quickened, and souls were saved.

Such

At Newbridge we had a society of nearly forty members. During our revival meetings in this place fourteen were added to the ranks of our dear Redeemer. Here our services were marked with a pleading spirit. meetings (I think) I was hardly ever in before. Much of the divine presence was felt. At the time appointed for the admission of the young converts into society, a heavenly influence pervaded our meeting. It was indeed a pleasing sight to see the newly born babes in Christ, with smiling faces, sparkling eyes, and lips ready to vibrate with songs of triumph. May the Lord keep them

all faithful until death.

At Brixton we held special meetings for a week. The conductor told the people on the first evening that his Heavenly Father never allowed him to hold revival meetings a week without seeing some soul or souls saved. Nor can this be considered presumption when we remember the passage which reads thus: "What things soever ye desire, when ye

pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them :" and are there not many such encouraging promises in the Bible? The first four days passed, and although there was a good influence no souls were saved. The fifth day was to us a time of earnest prayer, and anxiety. The question was asked, shall we have a revival this week ? On the evening of that memorable day, December 18th, the text selected was, "I will not leave you comfortless; I will come to you," John xiv. 18. The word was accompanied with mighty power; and there was a shaking among the dry bones. God's children had nearness of access to a throne of grace, and the Lord was present with his people. In the prayer meeting we desired those who wished to be saved to remain on their knees, and four wept, kneeling at the feet of Jesus, determined to get salvation before leaving the chapel. cheering cry was heard, What must I do to be saved. Lord, save me or I perish." All praise to God, the victory was on Israel's side. The weeping and wailing prisoners were set at liberty, their blind eyes were opened, their tongues were unloosed, they sang the song of deliverance, and went down to their houses justified. Thus we feel encouraged to go forward.

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At Brooke we had four members in society, and this place was so low that a short time since some person suggested its being left off the plan; and it was nothing unusual for the ambassadors of Christ to conduct their services here without singing.

Jan. 18th. We commenced our special meetings. A good influence was realized, and we felt confident that we should have a revival.

19th. Whilst we were conducting the service a man came in and said he had found Christ on the beach whilst on duty; (being in the coast guard.) "I am not ashamed now," continued he, "my sins

are all pardoned, and the devil is cast from my heart." Then turning to the minister he said, "I could not shake off your prayers and sermon last evening, for I could not sleep a minute all night." During that week we had several conversions. Believers were quickened. Backsliders were restored. The congregations increased. Our meetings continued until nine, ten, and sometimes eleven o'clock at night. Like the Psalmist the people seemed to have one desire, namely, to dwell in God's house and inquire in his temple." We often heard new-born lambs saying, "Those are the happiest days we ever had.”

Sunday, Jan. 24th. Several unaccustomed to attend God's house were seen wending their way thitherward. In the evening there was a rush to the penitent's pew, eyes were wet with tears, lips quivered with anguish, strong men bowed under a sense of guilt, and a consciousness of their danger, and cried, "God be merciful to me a sinner-Lord, save me or I perish-I believe thou wiltI believe thou hast-I feel thou hastGlory be to God! Praise the Lord!" Six were brought from darkness into light. What a blessed Sabbath was this. Our chapel echoed with the loud and joyful sounds of, Praise to God."

Monday, 25th, we resumed our labours. The Lord was present to save, two slaves were emancipated. Praise the Lord.

Tuesday, 26th. One weary and heavy laden with sin found Christ to the joy and satisfaction of her soul.

Then

Wednesday, 27th. Chapel full, people from far and near. During the service, whilst a brother was exhorting sinners to flee from the wrath to come, a man who had been seeking salvation for three months arose and said, "Allow me to speak, please, friend. I came to this chapel to get salvation, and I am determined to have it before I go." rushing from his seat, he asked, "Where is the penitents' pew p" Pointing to it he asked, Call this the penitents' pew, do you?" on being answered in the affirmative, he came forward, fell on his knees, crying" Pray for me." He soon found peace through believing, and another was added to our ranks the same evening.

Prior to the revival in this place, there were no class-meetings held, but on Sunday 31st, we commenced afresh. It was a glorious time. The babes in Christ received their notes of admittance. The experience of one was as follows, "The Lord has broken my old heart to pieces and given me a new one full of

love," and the experiences of the rest were similar. In the afternoon the text was taken from Acts xi. 23. Good meeting; the Lord was with us, and that of a truth. In the evening the text was taken from Isaiah lv. 1. The place was filled with the glory of the Lord. There was a Love-feast after, over 70 present. Our old standard in this place, Br. Hendy,said, "Although I have been a member over twenty-one years, I have never been in such a Love-feast in Brooke before." There was another brought from darkness to light before the meeting was closed. We have had twenty converted in this place, and they are chiefly men and women of families, who we hope will make very useful members.

If there is joy in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, what must there be over many! More than forty have been added to our societies in the past quarter. Before I close I may remark that our friends from Newbridge came to the places where we were each week and assisted us. The greatest harmony has prevailed among Christ's labourers in this work:

They all were of one heart and soul,
And only love inspired the whole.

Our prayer is, that the Lord may continue to revive his work. We will say,

"Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy Name give glory, for thy mercy and for thy truth's sake."

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EAST RAINHAM, CHATHAM CIRCUIT.In consequence of the great increase of population in this neighbourhood, the Chapel is not large enough to accommodate the people, every seat having been let for som years past, and many more wanted. The total cost of the chapel, the school-room, and cottage, was about £160. This has now been reduced to I think £290. The Trustees intend to secure more room by rearranging their premises, and hope, with a little help, to re-open the chapel about the beginning of May next, without any additional debt. The meeting held to consider the best means of enlarging the chapel was an interesting one. Friend Garland was about giving out the doxology, and closing the meeting, when Br. Crane invited those persons who were in favour of enlarging the chapel to signify it, and I think nearly every hand in the crowded chapel was held up. "Now," said Br. Crane,

"you that are going to help pay for it, hold up your hands," and a very gratifying response was made, especially when it is considered that we collected that night over £23.

C. J. THOMPSON, Trustee.

SITTINGBOURNE.-The Anniversary services of Snip's Hill Chapel were held on Sunday and Monday, January 10th and 11th, 1864. On Sunday, Mr. J. GAMMON, from London, preached three excellent sermons to deeply attentive congregations. On Monday, a much larger number than was expected sat down to tea in the chapel; the presence of their old friend, Mr. GAMMON, Who is held in high esteem throughout this circuit, having attracted many from various places. The public meeting in the evening was presided over by Mr. PARROTT, Independent minister, of Milton, and addresses were delivered by Messrs WEbb, Britton, (Wesleyan Minister,) GAMMON, and PIPER. The meeting, we believe, was profitable, both spiritually and financially.

A gracious divine influence pervaded the meeting, and at the close we found that by collections, profits of tea, and promises, these services had produced the sum of £12 17s. 8d. The present debt on the chapel is £45, of which we hope next year to pay off £20. We pray that many souls may be born here.

T. P.

WESTON-SUPER-MARE.-Soon after Mr. Trewin came to the Weare Circuit, steps were taken towards securing a spot on which to build a chapel in WestonSuper-Mare; after much opposition and difficulty, a spot of ground was obtained. The chapel was opened Dec. 6th, 1862. Shortly after, a Bazaar was set on foot, which was heartily supported by the friends generally. The Bazaar was held in the new Town Hall, September 8th and 9th, 1863. A large number attended, though the weather on the first day was unfavourable. The proceeds amounted to £40. Great praise is due to Mr. and Mrs. Trewin and other friends. The first anniversary was held on Sunday, January 17th, 1864. Three eloquent sermons were preached by Mr. S. L. THORNE, to very large congregations. The following day, at 5 p.m., there was a public Tea, (the provisions were all given,) to which 160 sat down. Mr.

ROSSITER, Baptist, who presided over the public meeting, said he had known the Bible Christians for many years, and highly commended their zeal in promoting the cause of God. The writer made a statement of the accounts of

the chapel, and the meeting was further addressed by Messrs. DANIEL, C. EdWARDS (Free Church Minister,) THORNE, and TREWIN. The speeches were excellent. The anniversary services have made a good impression. The Society is united, and the congregation is on the increase. We have let between 70 and 80 sittings. The proceeds of the anniversary amounted to £12 1s. The debt on the chapel, exclusive of the ground rent, is £340. We want a revival; may we realize it, is the prayer of SAMUEL SHORTRIDGE.

A CASE OF PERSECUTION.

In the latter end of the year 1862, the Bible Christians commenced preaching in a parish called M, Monmouthshire. God signally blessed his word; and there were several pleasing conversions. The person in whose house we preached, removing, a member secured the same house, in order that the preaching services might be continued, but his master, a churchman. said, "If you have preaching in your house, you must give up my work." No other house in the parish can be obtained.

One of the converts, living in the adjoining parish, applied to his Landlord for permission to have religious services held in his house. He replied "Yes, every night in the week if you like." It is scarcely a mile from the former place.

The little society numbers only 7 members. About a week since I administered the Lord's Supper to them: at the close they all fervently prayed.

A servant girl has been lately told by her mistress, "You must go to church; you must not attend those meetings;" and so says the clergyman.

Will the friends of our Zion pray that this infant church may not suffer from the efforts of persons who ought to know and do better ? JOHN HICKS.

BIDEFORD.

On Wednesday evening, December 30th, 1863, the three senior Bible Classes had their usual Christmas Soirée in the School-room, when about 70 sat down to a capital tea provided by Mrs. Dannell, with her usual good ability.

After the tea, there was a social meeting, the respected Pastor of the circuit, Mr. MOUNTJOY, in the chair, who addressed the meeting on the great value of adult classes in Sunday schools, and said he was quite pleased to ob

serve the regularity with which the men attended.

Mr. JOHN LEWIS then read "How Rover got a Dinner," a clever satire upon those persons who are apparently desirous of doing, (and of course in the most disinterested manner.) every thing to please, but have really some object in view for their own benefit.

Mr. B. DANNELL, the worthy superintendent of the school, followed, and spoke of the pleasure and encouragement it afforded him to see so many men, both old and young, and also young women, attend the Sabbath school so regularly; and closed with a humorous description of two men, one with his head hollow and the other cracked, advising those present to stick to their work, and they would never be in the same condition.

Mr. CHARLES FRIENDSHIP, teacher of the adult class, next spoke of the delight it afforded him, Sunday after Sunday, to meet so many men, men who were past the age when most liked to be seen going to school; and believed, that as long as their adult friends continued regular in their attendance there was no fear of the younger scholars falling off. Mr. Friendship closed by reading a serio-comic piece on "How to break bad News."

I must not omit to mention the delight afforded by the singing of Messrs. Mules and Saunders, who, with

Mrs. Fulford, sang at intervals some beautiful Christmas anthems. Nor ought I to forget to state the pleasure afforded by the presence of Mrs. Mountjoy's class of young women, whose influence might have been seen in the cheerful faces of all present.

After the meeting, a plentiful supply of oranges, apples, and cake was handed round, and the company broke up shortly before ten, every one delighted with the pleasant evening they had spent. To God be all the praise. Amen.

Perhaps it will be well to state for the information of other schools, that the adult class was formed about two years ago, for those who could not read well, at which time only about 6 attended, but now it numbers nearly 40, many of whom can now read with great distinctness. The age of those who attend this class is between 25 and 50 years. Mrs. Mountjoy's class consists of about 30 young women, who attend with great regularity. The young men's class was formed only a few weeks since, and now numbers about twelve, but others are joining it almost every Sunday.

The school at Bideford is increasing greatly, and God has prospered the efforts of the teachers. Oh that they may have still greater success, and that souls may be saved as the fruits thereof, for the Redeemer's sake, Amen! JOHN LEWIS, Secretary of the School.

1. DIED suddenly, at Gerrans, in the Mevgissey Circuit, Nov. 20th, 1862, Mr. JOHN CRAPP, who was born in the year 1808, in the parish of Looe, Cornwall.

Br. CRAPP was born of poor but pious parents, who for upwards of forty years were members with the Wesleyan Methodists. They early taught him the fear of the Lord, and diligently laboured to guide his youthful feet into the way of life; but whatever impressions their religious tuition and pious example may have made upon his mind, the fruits were not manifested until he had grown into manhood. It is not improbable that his religious education was the means of restraining him from many vices to which youth and manhood are often addicted, and under the divine blessing the cause of his eventually deciding for Christ. Prior to his conversion, he was generally respected as a sober, industrious,

and honest man, and from his youth he had been in the habit of regularly attending the house of God; but like the majority of mankind he neglected the

one thing needful" until the youthful part of his life had been squandered in the service of the great enemy of his soul.

In the year 1839 he came to reside at Gerrans, and some two or three years after he united with us in church fellowship. I am not sufficiently acquainted with the circumstances of his conversion to detail them, but from all I can gather from persons who were most acquainted with him, and who are best prepared to form an estimate of his character, and to appreciate his moral worth, I find that for the last sixteen years of his life the genuineness of his conversion was evinced by a sound religious experience, and a consistent deportment, by resignation and confidence in God.

For a considerable time the preachers