ANNIVERSARY SERVICES

Dominion, Volume 12, Issue 16, 14 October 1918, Page 9

ANNIVERSARY SERVICES

The anniversary services in cornice--tion with : .the Kent Terrace Presbyterian Church wore hold yestordas, and were conducted by the Rev. R. E. Harries, of Chalmers Church, Timarn. There; were lanw congregations,' and special and suitable hymns wore sung. The subject of the morning sormon was "The Separation, of Abraham,' , as set forth in Genesis 12-1. The points emphasised were, first, faith realises God., "Tradition,' , said Mr. , Harries, "said that the patriarch was'originally a maker and seller ..of heathen gods, and, of course, a worshipper of them. The story reminded one that the .romance., of conversion had not ceased, and that wo are not chosen for our merit. .The second point was that faith recognises life, it gave. a new purpose to life, There were still those who, like Abraham, were prepared to lead; sacrificing lives. Dr. Schofield was one of the most brilliant men of his age, and had .a large and lucrative practice, bui he resigned all prospects and went.out<ns a medical missionary and-died-in China."

The children present were not forgotten, and in the address given to them a very happy use was mado of a.recent incident when, King George exclaimed , when reviewing American troops in London on their way ■• •Iβ Franoe. "They put pep ihtd us." "Pep" ie an Americanism which means strength. Tile preacher told how boys and girls could obtain strength' themselves, and by their good' works give strength to others. ■■.■■■

In the afternoon Mr.'Harries conducted a specially interesting service for young people. His subject was "Lessons from the Life of Caleb," who served the Lord ■wholly, faithfully, and fully. There was again a large attepdiiiicf! at'iiM.rhf,, Mr". Godier, organist, was assisted' by a large choir; who rendered suitable -anthems andniusic. i°'\•l.lniTi'ps took forhis subject "The Holy Spirit." based on the words of text Jolin 14, 16-17. The collections for the day amounted to over £60, and additional amounts are expected. The Wesley Church Sunday School' held its seventy-seventh . anniversary yesterday. Special hymns worn sung b,v_ tho children, a real musical treat being provided. At the morning servico tho Rev. S-Bcekinitham preached tho sermon, the Rev. F. T. llcad spoke in the nfteriioon, and in the evening the service was conducted by tho liev. J. G. Chapman, minister of the church. Each service was attended by a'numerous'gathering of woi'shipppn, and the singing of the children's choir was greatly enjoyed. Mr.' H. Temple AVhito presided at the organ, and Mr. H. Blundell Strong acted as conductor of the. choir. The annual tea and public meeting will take place on Wednesday evening. At tho public meeting, which will commence at half-past seyon, the children will again contribute musical selections, ' .