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 sermon on the occasion was from Heb. v. 1, 2 verses, and will never be forgotten by the writer of this history, neither by the dense mass of human beings who thronged the church to its utmost capacity upon that memorable occasion. If the hearty responses and warm greetings of the multitude, if the cordial shake of the hand as the right hand of fellowship was given, if the cheerful smiles of some and the deep emotions of others are any proofs of cordial welcome, and should act as reasons why the relation of pastor and people should be perpetuated, then the strongest reasons exist that the pastor and his flock will dwell together as brethren in Christ, and in the unity of the spirit and bond of faith, which may God grant. It is not for me now to say what are the future prospects of the church; this must be left for the future historian to record when I too shall be called hence to sleep the sleep of death. It remains for me to record that the church at present comprises a membership of one hundred and eighty-two persons who are communicant members; these, together with others who are, pew-holders and stated worshippers, present, at present, a very interesting congregation; there are three ruling elders, Mr. Thomas Black, John Birch, and Jacob C. White. Thirteen trustees govern the finances of the church, and they so manage the affairs of the church through the tact of their "foreman, Mr. James Clay, that it can be said they "owe no man anything." Connected with the church is a Sabbath-school, numbering about forty scholars, Mr. J C. White being the superintendent, assisted by Mrs. Sarah Hawkins. From this school, established by Mr. Gloucester, have risen up and gone forth, bearing precious seed, several ministers of the Gospel; Mr. Gloucester's four sons, all