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 people bestowed good attention. Towards evening we held another meeting in the form of a love feast, with the natives. A time of rejoicing; I was much overcome with the labours of the day.

Monday 28th. — In the forenoon held a meeting with the leaders to inquire into the state of the Society — found that with the exception of two or three, the rest of the brethren had been faithful in the service of the Lord. In the afternoon explained the rules of the Methodist Discipline to them, and the necessity of observing these rules. At the same time I reminded the leaders of their duty, and the high responsibility they owed to God and their brethren.

Monday 29th. — At 10 o'clock held a meeting; one of the brethren repeated the Ten Commandments, and the congregation responded after him. I then explained the nature and design of these Commandments. We then went through the Lord's Prayer in the same manner. The power of the Lord descended on us, and there was a great shout in the camp. In the afternoon I held another meeting with them, and the good Lord was present to bless us. At this meeting the Indian brethren proposed to make up a small contribution for me. I told them that in coming amongst them it was not my desire to take their money, but to teach them the words of the Great Spirit, that they might be good and happy in this world, and in that which is to come; but if they felt it their duty, they might throw in a very trifling sum, as they were poor and needed all they had for their families. The amount contributed was about $17, which they gave with liberal, grateful hearts.

Tuesday 30th. — Accompanied two of the Indian brethren to see an island near a point of land, where some of the brethren desired to settle: we paddled our birch canoe about 12 miles before reaching it. On examination I found the soil excellent, and the site beautiful. The only objection seemed to be that