The Lutheran Pioneer St. Louis — 1918, Page 63

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The Lutheran Pioneer. 63

Missionary Items from the Colored
Field.

A Humsie Request. — May all those who have
the disposal of migsion-moneys in hand not forget
the great needs of our Colored Mission. The work
is progressing as it never did before, and as a matter
of fact its financial needs have increased in propor-
tion. Do not forget us when you celebrate your
annual missionary meeting.

Patriotic Activiry amMonGc Our Cororrp
BRETHREN. — It must be a pleasure to every pa-
triotie reader to hear of the many patriotic mect-
ings and rallies which we have reported in our Jast
issue of the Pronrer. These manifestations of loy-
alty hy word and deed must be a source of great
gratification to every American. By the way, would
it not be a fine thing if all our Colored congregations
could follow the plan of the little flock in Atlanta?
‘They helped Church and State, and yet did not get
them mixed.

Synopicat ConrerENCE.— The various District
Presidents within the bounds of the Synodical Con-
ference have concluded that, owing to peculiar con-
ditions and circumstances, it would be best for the
Synodical Conference not to convene this year.

Concorp, N. C. — On July third the congrega-
tion at Concord welcomed a stranger into their
midst, for on that day a strong healthy boy was
born to Missionary Schwehn and wife: May the
heavenly Father hold His protecting hand over
mother and child!

ALBEMARLE, N. C. — The Lutheran Colored Mis-
sion-school, at Albemarle held its closing exercises
on June third. The school has had a most success-
ful year, and all connected with it rejoice over the
good results attained. In his address at the clos-
ing exercises Pastor Foard spoke in earnest and con-
vincing terms of the great value of Christian train-
* ing, and showed how such a training was given in
our mission-schools. Rey. Foard’s remarks were well
received by his hearers, as was evinced by the en-
thusiastic applause given him.

An Enoovuracine Letrrer. — One of our mis-
sionaries recently received the following letter from
one who had been under his spiritual care some years
ago. The writer of the letter is described as a splendid
young man by the missionary. In his boyhood days
he had attended one of our mission-schools, and al-

ready at that time had the fervent desire to connect _

himself with us, but was prevented from carrying

out his intention by the persistent opposition of his
father and others. At last, however, he has taken
the long contemplated step. The letter tells his
sentiments after joining the Church: “Dear Pas-
tor: —I have at last carried out my intentions,
and I wish to thank you ever so much for your
kindness. I was confirmed this afternoon at three
o’clock, and three young ladies were confirmed with
me. I am now satisfied that I am a member of
the Lutheran Church, and I wish to continue such
until the end. I feel that I could not have done
a better thing, as I have been so wonderfully blessed
through life, and wish to thank God for the blessings
He has bestowed upon me. I have promised to assist
my pastor by teaching in the Sunday-school during
his absence. I am indeed glad to do all I can to
bring others to know God. I remain, ——.”
AtaBAMA Irems.— On the Fourth of July a
number of patriotic meetings were held in various
parts of our Alabama field. At Possum Bend Miss
Georgie Marsh had charge of the celebration. The
children sang patriotic songs, Miss Marsh read the
Declaration of Independence, and all left with the
renewed determination to be loyal to country and
flag. (The gentleman that sent us the above report
states that he was not able to stay for the celebra-
tion, because the people came late, and he was
obliged to attend another meeting. He asks the
Editor to call our readers’ attention to the tardi-
ness of the people upon this occasion, as well as at
other times.: He claims that if a kind reader would
donate a bell for the chapel at Possum Bend, the
people would never again be guilty of tardiness. We
think it would be worth trying. Will not some kind
reader donate the bell, so that the plan may be tried
out?) — From 350 to 400 people turned out at Mid-
way to listen to the very able patriotic address of Mr.
Donnelly, the postmaster at Camden. A new flag
was raised tipon the occasion. A collection was raised
for the Red Cross. A number of people had also
come across country from Wyland to attend the cele-
bration, and Miss Mattie Williams, the teacher at
Nyland, led the singing on the organ. Luncheon
was served by the members at Midway, and the pro-
ceeds from the sale will be given to the Red Cross.
The whole celebration at Midway was in charge of

Miss Rosa Young.— At Oak Hill they also had a

patriotic meeting and flag-raising, ,but we have re-
ceived no particulars concerning the event.

THe ALABAMA TEACHERS’ INSTITUTE.—The In-

stitute of our mission-teachers in the Alabama field
convened at Oak Hill, July 22 to 26. We hope to