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This you can circulate in your neigh bourhood, and send a copy to the Society for insertion in the Periodical Accounts. And how will it delight the Society thus to witness every one of their missionaries sharing their labours, and each bringing from his own station what the Lord shall give him there! How will it encourage the friends to increased exertion at home, when they contem plate the various Auxiliary Societies formed in India with the same object in view! And what a rich re-action will be produced in India, when the Periodical Accounts, containing the aggregate of the whole done in India and Britain, shall be read at each station! As before said, the friends at the Lal Baazar Chapel have already begun, and probably those in Fort William will follow. We would indeed now do it at Serampore-but the fact in reality is, that we have done it for many years, not only with a view to supporting our own station, but to propagating the gospel throughout India; but our drawing the funds almost wholly from our own labour, and thus being ourselves both subscribers and Committee, has rendered it needless, and therefore ostentatious to publish annually an account of what we do. Be encouraged then, dear brother, and the Lord will be with you; and if each of the Society's missionaries in India thus form an Auxiliary Society around himself, however small it may be, we may hope, through the Divine blessing, to see the Mission not only established' in India, but in a few years increased to double, and even treble its present extent and efficiency.

"We are, dear brother, your affectionate brethren and fellow-helpers,

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Mongyhr, April 1, 1818. "My Dear Brother,-Well, you will say, what prospects have you? What have you been doing? What shall I say? I will tell you all I can. In last November, my family and I went to Diggah, to meet our dear friend Mrs. W. from Agra, who came all that way (400 miles) to follow her Lord in his ap pointed way. Then I had the happiness to baptize a person, whom I can look upon as the fruit of my former labours. A letter from her, received to-day, says, that she went on her way rejoicing' all

the way home again; and in her journey distributed about 700 gospels and pamphlets amongst the people in the towns and villages by the river side. I rejoice in this, as my work is thus carried ou by others, while I am engaged in another department.

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"On the 27th of December, (1817,) Glory be to God, Hingham Misser, a native, was baptized in the Ganges, just below our house. His conversion and baptism have made a great stir among the natives. On the day he was baptized, some said, Monghyr's Kanak Kata gye:' i. e. Monghyr's nose is cut off.' By which expressive phrase, great disgrace is intended. Hingham Misser is a Brahman, of very respectable cast and connexions. He had been employed as a reader of the scriptures for more than twelve months, during which time he had shewn such an attachment to Christianity, as to separate himself from all his connexions. He was visited by illness for some months, during which time none of his relations cared for him: none called to see him. On his recovering, he was enabled to make a profession of his faith in Christ, before many witnesses: to do which, he has left a wife and five or six children, and his home. Two lads, his eldest sons, saw him baptized in the river as though they saw him burned, and they have not spoken to him since: they may be twelve or fourteen years of age. To one of them the father sent a pair of shoes, which he threw away with contempt. The relations unite to support the family, and many others unite with them to preserve the whole from becoming Christians. I suspect, however, that this will not last long: the benevo lence of a native is seldom a perennial stream. Of all the professions of Christianity, which have been in this country, few have been attended with such triumphant circumstances as this has been. Hingham Missar is a very meek man, very humble, very diligent, and of a good understanding in the scriptures ; he is daily employed in the instruction of the people here, amongst whom he boldly declares his profession, and meets with more attention than in his circumstances could have been expected. Brindabun, our aged native brother, has been greatly encouraged by this instance of Divine favour. He is now gone to Diggah, in company with Nygunsookh, a young man who was baptized about & fortnight ago. He was sent by the brethren from Diggah for instruction, and remained here upwards of two months: he was originally from Joypore. We have one inquirer whom Brindabun and

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 Diggan, 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 un worthy but affectionate brother,

J. CHAMBERLAIN."

NEWS have been received of the safe arrival at Calcutta of Mr. and Mrs. Sutton, 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- CASES OF MEETING HOUSES. position, or time of full Moon, is at 28 iminutes and 25 seconds after five, (or 14

minutes and 39 seconds, mean time.)

To the Editors of the Baptist Magazine.

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

try, who may stand in need of pecuniary | Those deeds (among others) will be ap

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 London, 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:

proved, 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 de sired, once a week, to deposit the money collected with the Secretary, and that he report to the Committee the amounts he shall from time to time receive, and that the church do draw upon the Secretary for the sum paid him.

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 church; 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 show the balance due. The case must be signed, on behalf of the church, by the pastor, deacons, and

That the concerns of this Society be managed by a Committee, consisting of the minister and two messengers, annual-members, at a church meeting, and rely 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.

commended 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 resolutions 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 lan-
guage that must be felt by every bene-
volent heart, "Come over and help us.'
At the close of the above meeting, the
fallowing resolution was unanimously
approved:

3. That in order to extend the opera tions of the Parent Society, by the in

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crease 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 com. municating 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

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

Baptist Itinerant and British labours, we shall be compelled to exclaim,

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 Christians, of all denominations, to encourage every effort for the salvation of their fellow countrymen.

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,

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, Se

cretary.

NEW MEETINGS OPENED.

WOLSTON, WARWICK.

ON Wednesday, April 22, 1818, ą 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, preached 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.

was opened for the public worship of God.

Half-past ten, A. M.-Mr. Larom pray. ed; Mr. Mann, of Shipley, preached, from S 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, aud 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.

NEW MEETING OPENED, AND
CHURCH FORMED.

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 improvement has been very encouraging. 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 have been collected of the neighbours, and of the friends at SOUTH SHIELDS. Ashford; and £21 on the day of open- AGREEABLY 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 di-
vine worship on the 28th of June, 1818,
by Mr. Winter, a student from the Brad-
ford Academy, under very favourable
circumstances.
bath a Sunday-school was begun, which
On the following Sab-
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, ac cording 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

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