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Since beginning my ministry, I have met much opposition and persecution. Once some men threatened to kill me when their wives accepted the message. Another time atfteftRand6 a man hired a minister of another church to condemn me, stating that I was a home- breaker. But the Lord intervened and gave me victory. The man who tried to Thavaram, India any other: for there is none other name kill me became very friendly, and later under heaven given among men, whereby studied the Bible with me and sent his N. RATHNASAMY • we must be saved." He expressed to me children to our college. Another man who that he should learn the Bible in order Thavaram is a village surrounded by had become angry and advertised my name beautiful mountains. Most of the villagers to find out the truthfulness of this verse, so he studied the 'Bible with me for a as "home-breaker," became friendly and are farmers, cultivating paddy, different sent his daughter to our school to prepare kinds of food grains, and also cardamon. short period and found that this state- ment was true, and, therefore, he decided her to be a missionary nurse. - These The majority of the people are Hindus, blessings of the Lord came to me, for I although there are some Christians and a to follow Jesus Christ in order to be saved. Since then he has given up all followed the Christ method—to help the few are Mohammedans. We also have sick and needy ones. about twenty baptized members. Our work his former beliefs and ideas. He has com- pletely stopped practising his caste cere- One time a man became angry when I in this place was started by free literature handed my papers to him, and he said, work. One man read our "Present Truth," monies. He was baptized on December 22, 1945, by Pastor S. Thomas, the superin- "I don't want to read any of your church and he was so much interested that he papers, for my church furnishes me good wrote to the office for a complete set of tendent of the North Tamil Mission. Soon after the baptism, his people excommuni- reading material." Later this man and his them. When he received them all, he wife asked me to give them Bible studies, studied them with a great desire to find cated him from them, and his wife also ran away from him. His difficulties and for they recognized our unselfish service. out the truth from the Bible. Then he I am thankful to be able to state that was Convinced that ours is the only mes- trials are many, but let us pray that God the Lord has given me the privilege of sage to the world that was sent from may keep him in the love of the truth till the end. organizing two churches and baptizing heaven. One evening, one of our lay preachers * * * nearly one hundred and forty people, in- cluding some of those who went back to was preaching to a large audience. A The Poiver of Love and Kindness certain man was listening to our lay Japan. Among these members there are preacher. At the close of his talk, the K. NOZAKI several -ordained and licen-sed ministers, lay preacher announced that there would The Spirit of prophecy tells us that "the and some are prepafing for the ministry be a special meeting at the S.D.A. Mission strongest argument in favour of the gospel in our colleges. I want to express our chapel in the same town on Saturday at is a loving and lovable Christian."—"Min- sincere appreciation for the support and 10 am., and . that all the audience were istry of Healing," page 470. encouragement of our conferences. invited to hear more about the truth he "While logic may fail to move, and Thus the seeds of real kindness sown by was preaching. This bother, named Daniel argument be powerless to convince, the our American people bear good fruit. Jabomoney, with his family and mother love of Christ revealed in personal min- Nat hurried to this place to attend the meet- istry may soften the stony heart, so that ing. At the close of it, the pastor of the seed of truth can take root."—"Christ's Resignation to God's Will the church came and inquired of him, Object Lessons," page 57. and this brother told him as to how he How true this is! Here is the true story When David was firmly established upon had come in contact with our message. of how I accepted Christianity:— the throne of Israel, he conceived the He was very glad to hear his interesting When I first came to America from the plan of building "a temple of such magnifi- experience, and Brother Jabomoney stayed Far East, I was a real heathen boy eighteen cence as should express Israel's apprecia- there for Bible study, together with his years of age, just graduated from an tion of the honour granted the nation in wife and mother. Our minister explained academy. the abiding presence of Jehovah their to him our message of prophecy for three Even though I wanted to be honest and King." But the Lord denied His servant days. After these studies he decided to live a good life, I worshipped our heathen this privilege upon which he had set his join us, and so while leaving for his gods. I always carried their guardian heart. David's attitude to this refusal native place, 'Thavaram, he requested our deities with me, which were made of paper, of his cherished purpose, as explained in pastor to visit his village to give him believing that these gods would protect me. "Patriarchs and Prophets," page 712, is further studies. Our pastor visited his But the true God who created the heavens worthy of our notice:— village and gave a series of Bible studies. and the earth kindly guided me to this "David knew that it would be an honour Finally he and his wife were baptized and to his name, and would bring glory to his added to our church. precious truth. It was in the providence of God that I attended the private English government to perform the work that he Immediately after this, the writer was had purposed in his heart to do; but he called to conduct an effort in this village. school which was conducted by Seventh- day Adventist members in San Francisco. was ready to submit his will to the will At the close of the effort several young of God. The grateful resignation thus people took their stand for their Master. While -I was attending this evening school to learn English, I was deeply im- manifested is rarely seen, even among Two of them were the brothers of Jabo- Christians. How often do those who money, who were brought to this message pressed with the kindness of these teach- ers. They were quite different from other have passed the strength of manhood through his influence. = cling to the hope of accomplishing some At the close of 1942, soon after the persons I had met, as they treated the foreigners with even greater consideration great work upon which their hearts are first baptism, a Sabbath school was or- set, but which they are unfitted to per- ganized with twenty members. Now we than those of their own race. form! God's providence may speak to have forty-two Sabbath school members. In those days there was strong - anti- them, as did His prophet to David, declar- Next to this village is Meenashipuram, Japanese and anti-Chinese feeling shown ing that the work which they so much where we have a branch Sabbath school in America; therefore, this real kindness desire is not committed to them. It is opened by the writer, with seven members. impressed my mind very strongly and led theirs to prepare the way for another to Last year we baptized three members here, me to study the Bible with them, even accomplish it. •But instead of gratefully and this year a small group of men tare though it was contrary to my belief. submitting to the divine direction, many being prepared for baptism which may If they had simply argued with me about fall back as if slighted and rejected, feel- lead us to organize a separate church in Christian doctrine, I probably would not ing that if they cannot do the one thing this place. have accepted this precious message. which they desire to do, they will do noth- A staunch Hindu chettiar was proud Certainly their Christlike character, to- ing. Many cling, with desperate energy, of his religion, telling the people that gether with Bible truth, convinced me that to responsibilities which they are in- their religion is the oldest and truest one, Christianity is the true religion. Finally capable of bearing, and vainly endeavour and if at all people would be saved, it I gave my heart to Jesus and was baptized. to 'accomplish a work for which they are would be through Hinduism only. When I accepted this truth I had a insufficient, while that which they might By chance he attended our Sabbath strong determination to spread the mes- do lies neglected. And because of this school, and there the Bible topic was sage, but because of ill-health I was not lack of ,co-operation on their part, the Acts 4: 12, "Neither is there salvation in able to do heavy study. greater work is hindered or frustrated." 17/6/46 AUSTRALASIAN RECORD 3

of a few acres, about ten miles down the coast, 120 pigs had to be killed. While away recently, I secured a couple of automatic rifles, and am now looking forward to an (9,11,1 54tand gieed opportunity to bring home the bacon. This place surely has a firm foundation—solid rock—and that just won't grow yarns. "Twice now I have been to the Russell "Wisdom Is Better Than Weapons to help finish the gospel commission, we Islands. They are about half-way between believe the Lord placed a hedge around it Batuna and Guadalcanal, and have been of War" to preserve it. In one quarter on Mussau an American base. Recently it was closed The truth of these words penned by King seventy-seven were baptized, and before down, and so we have scored quite a few things from benefactor Uncle Sam. In Solomon seems evident in yet another won- leaving there recently I was requested to make preparations for the baptism of more fact, this typewriter is one of the gifts, derful story of deliverance, brought to us and it is as good as any I have used. by Pastor L. G. Maxwell from the St. than one hundred candidates. Our work Matthias group in the Territory of New on Mussau has not been retarded; it has "On the first trip I stayed for three Guinea. advanced miraculously, according to the weeks and turned engineer with Brother As they voyaged over the sea, Pastor sure Word of God: "So shall My word be Frank Aveling, so as to put in the 'Dada- Maxwell tells that it was a real thrill to that goeth forth out of My mouth: . . . vata' an engine that the Americans had given the mission. Every day was a trial see the island of Mussau appear on the it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto of heat endurance, and believe me, it can horizon. Later, seated under a shady tree get very hot in an engine-room. Then with Pastor Rongapitu, he learned from I sent it." t * * storms often blew up at night and inter- the lips of this good Solomon Islands rupted the hard-earned rest. But we' teacher that our people there had been survived. well treated by the Japanese. Adventures of a Missionary When the Japanese first came they "This time I went down in charge of the `Dadavata.' We left about 1.30 on circled the island for a whole ,day, then We are privileged to take some para- graphs from a -letter written by Brother Sunday morning, as it had taken me until the next morning they landed with an then.to get a kick out of the engine. There interpreter and were met by Rongapitu. Lyn Thrift, headmaster of the Batuna Training School, Solomon Islands. He were two other boats as well. Everything The following conversation ensued:— writes:— was O.K. until about four o'clock, when "Are there any white men on this island?" "It is now nineteen weeks since I left I was awakened by a hurrying about. It "No." the fair land of , and every day wasn't long before I was on my feet, for "Then who is in charge?" of it I have had a little longing to be back out of where the cooling water should "I am." for a while. Now don't misunderstand me have been coming was a jet of steam "And what are you?" —don't think I can't take the work here. squirting about six feet. And that engine- "I am a minister of the gospel—a mis- It is not that. But one does miss the asso- room! The air was blue with the reek of sionary." ciation of some people. oil fumes, and the .temperature was about "Which religion?" "When school opened at the end of 150 degrees. The water intake pipe had "The Seventh-day Adventist." January there was an enrolment of thirty rusted through and broken off, stopping "What is that?" odd, and this has been maintained. Some the water supply. About a quarter hour's "The same religion as you have in Japan." are bright, some medium, and others --. work had us going again, but we could As the interpreter was doubtful of this Studies have gone along in the usual have landed a nice kettle of fish with a last statement, Rongapitu went across to fashion, and the gardens are getting to seized engine if I had slept a little longer. the home of the late Pastor Atkins, and the place where we are hoping to get Native engine boys are good, but some get after a search found a copy of the "Review something soon—if the pigs don't get it lost when off the beaten track. and Herald" which he had read some time all before us. To be able to have a garden "On the way home we had some fun too. before. It contained the story of our work The weather blew up dirty when we in Japan and some pictures. The inter- wanted to come away, and one attempt preter read the report and said, "That is had to be abandoned. Brother Aveling true. When we have taken Australia and and I worked all Saturday night and Sun- defeated the Americans, you can get some day and then set out in the evening. It missionaries from Japan to help you with was rather bumpy, with the decks awash your work." all night. It would have been worse in The Japanese landed some forces and put daytime. I had a piano aboard (a gift our natives to work; but the interpreter from Uncle Sam), and about 9.30 we left a message for the commanding officer caught a couple of seas on the side and that our people were to have the Sabbath they sent us reeling, with the piano break- free. They were able to hold their Sab- ing loose and doing a waltz around the bath services, and often the Japanese came deck. I was trying to get twenty winks on and worshipped with them, though they top of the cabin when this happened, and my landing on the deck was not an did not understand the language. example of graceful action. But things Afterwards, when the enemy was driven straightened themselves out with the cap- from the island, 40,000 Americans were tain at the wheel all the rest of the night. stationed fifteen miles distant, on the Only two of the crew and I espaped the island of Emira. Every week they came in real-de-mer, and so I had again to act boats to Mussau and listened enthralled to as engine boy. This was the second night's the singing of the Adventist people, for work, and there was a heavy day of un- under the instruction of Eriman and To- loading to follow. mana (two Matupi teachers) they had learned many of the beautiful advent "There is a terrible lot of reconstruction hymns. On one occasion the Americans to be done here to get things into running took three hundred of them to Emira to order again. The boats that were used sing to their commanding officer. by the government during the war were pretty well run to a standstill, and have As these servicemen have returned to to be repaired. Some of the houses are their scattered homes across the seas, suffering the effects of the gnawings of carrying the memory of these joyous sing- white ants. Then the slipway and electric- ing believers, who knows what an abun- light system have to be rebuilt, and all the dant spiritual harvest may be reaped? Brother and Sister Albert Baglee and baby Susan who have gone to Vatuvcmu school, Fiji. Mrs. buildings have to be repainted. One has Says Pastor Maxwell: This island, just Baglee, formerly Miss Betty Hathaway, was born to just about work out a priority system. a few miles from the equator, has supplied in Fiji, where her father was in business. A few like the railways; but we're doing our best. a great number of mission teachers, and years ago she attended the Australasian Missionary College, and there she met her husband, Brother "Just the other day I took twenty boys because many more will be urgently needed Baglee belongs to Sydney. a few miles away, and we pulled out some 4 AUSTRALASIAN RECORD 17/6/46

logs for the slipway. They are of heavy timber, and we had quite a bit of fun pulling the thirty-footers through black mangrove slime over the tops of my boots. The boys thought it a great joke when one Chound the eanleitencea of them dropped a skid log into the slime and it sent mud all over me. Boys are the same the world over; but these are not a bad bunch. In any case, the little extra well. The attendances are good and the mud made no difference. Inspiring Radio Results in interest keen. "Somehow one loses sight of the rushing The mission at Whyalla will commence of the world out here. Apart from mail W. M. R. SCRAGG, President in a week or so, headed by Pastor Macau- days it seems strangely distant. Without Maybe the "Record" readers would like lay assisted by Brother R. Kranz and electricity my wireless has been dead, and Sister G. Barnett. I haven't heard a news broadcast nor read to hear some news from South Australia concerning the radio broadcasts and the Pastor R. Brandstater, who has just a paper since before leaving. It would be finished an Appeal trip on the west coast, difficult to write a book on current events mission work. out here. Financially, the radio work has done where they collected £80, visited the "This morning (April 5). Brother and wonders for us here. We have never had interested radio listeners around Kimba Sister Newman arrived on the 'Portal!-- to draw a penny from tithe to run it. The and Cootra. Forty farmers attended a meeting held at Cootra on the Wednesday from Guadalcanal. They have come from fund is supported by voluntary offerings night. With the workers now settled at New Zealand, and are to take up work from our own people and the public, and Whyalla this inspiring interest can now on Malaita as soon as the preliminaries at the present time is in a healthy con- be worked. One farmer is so interested have been settled. dition. "We have had a lot of trouble with the Recently we received the gift of a two- that he spent a whole day visiting and inviting the farmers to the meeting. broken-down boats; but it looks as though storied stone residence at North Adelaide, From Murray Bridge to Berri, Pastor- one of them is set up for a while now. near the city. This gift came from an The Gray engine has been installed in the Lock is caring for the interests of two aged lady and gentleman who have been churches and many companies and iso- 'G. F. Jones,' and in its trial runs today greatly blessed by the message. They it turned on a pretty good show. This lated members. At Mannum over forty heard it first over the air; then Sister are meeting in Sabbath school and service one is a really pretty boat and can give a Stratford and the writer studied with good turn of speed, but the engine has not once a month. Later Brother Lock plans them, and now they are with us soul and to organize a new church there. been run at full speed yet. Some thought substance. The house is valued at more it was doing about -ten knots as it was. Brother and Sister J. French and little thaq £1,200. Besides this, another property, John Barry have left for , and In any case, the bow wave came up about abut twice the value of the one just 2ft. 6in., and the stern went down like a Pastor and Mrs. E. Behrens are here to mentioned, is to come to this conference take their place in the hills of Adelaide. greyhound getting under the load. Every- from the same donors, making in all a one, and particularly the engineer, seems Pastors S. C. Butler and G. Palmateer grand gift to the value of £3,500. And this and Sister R. Stratford are working in the happy about it; but I guess that time will is the fruit 'of the radio work, under the make us wise to these things. The engine city and suburbs in pastoral and Bible rich blessing of our great Saviour. Some work. is a six-cylinder two-stroke which develops of our present biggest tithe payers have about sixty horsepower. We are praying and working for a good come in through the radio—men and year. We do invite the prayers of God's "Pastors White, Barrett, and Ragoso women of much substance, whose souls leave for Choiseul on Sunday morning and people that here in South Australia the have been so blessed and refreshed by our work shall continue to progress with power will be away about a fortnight. They grand message of truth that their joy should be bringing Padahiti back on their and success. now is to give to the forwarding and the return, and he will be able to take up his preaching of the gospel to the world. work in the school as first assistant." Our broadcasts the last fortnight on Auburn Church Baptism,' "Which Is the True Church Today?" have brought in over one hundred letters. And Melbourne The Missionary's Wife Becomes here are a few expressions from them:— H. F. RAMPTON Acquainted "We have a Church of Christ lady thrilled with the services. We wish to There was "joy in the presence of the Shortly after her arrival in New Guinea, congratulate you on your splendid and angels of God" on the afternoon of Sab- Mrs. F. Maberly wrote from Lae:— fearless talks." bath, May 25, when a large number "Sabbath we went out to visit some of "My wife and I are regular listeners. assembled in the Auburn church to witness our native teachers who are waiting to We both are interested in your talks, the burial of twelve candidates in the go to Madang. We had to go away out which I think are wonderful." watery grave of baptism. Even nature into the bush, then get out of the jeep "I don't like to miss a Sunday.", seemed to unite with us in praise, by bless- and walk through long grass and bogs "I do pray that the Lord will richly ing us with one of those perfect sunny bless you in this great and important days so fitting for such an inspiring cere- and over logs. The marys, with their mony. piccaninnies, were there to greet us, the work." "I have just listened to your bold and The preparatory remarks of Brother L. marys smiling and the piccaninnies crying. Rose were addressed to each one present. Sabbath school and church were held outspoken address. You speak with no uncertainty, but with divine inspiration He invited us to search our hearts and under a native thatched roof. I did enjoy renew our baptismal vows before God it. it is surprising how intelligent the through His Word. We are greatly moved, that is the laymen of our Methodist to see whether perhaps we had slipped native teachers and their wives are. The from the path of righteousness. children did not make a sound during Church. We want to know what the Methodist doctrines are today. We know It was an inspiration to all present to the meetings." see both old and young give evidence of Later, describing her first experiences she is full ofform and ritual. My dear brother, it is sure evidence according to their determination to take up the cross as a missionary in Inland New Guinea, and follow Christ, as Pastor Hawken bap- prophecy that the return of our Lord is Mrs. Maberly wrote to her mother, Mrs. tized them into the family of God. As R. Thrift:— not distant." each candidate was immersed songs of "We are settled in a little bamboo house This man has preached for the Metho- praise ascended to heaven to mingle with in Inland New Guinea—a very isolated dists for over fifty years. the anthems of the angels. spot but nevertheless full of interest. Each And so we could write on concerning Pastor E. G. Whittaker, on behalf of the day brings something new. I am sure our radio work. It keeps us busy, and that Victorian Conference, warmly welcomed you, would like it up here. It is far better means it keeps us happy. not only the twelve but also three more, than Lae. Evangelistic and Pastoral on their previous baptism, into fellowship "The weather certainly is ideal, cool with the remnant church. It was a special and yet not too cold. Our mission in the city, under the joy for Pastor Hawken and other mem- "We have just come back from one of leadership of Pastor L. A. Dyason, sup- bers of the Footscray mission staff to the bays' bamboo houses. One of the boys ported by Brother B. C. Grosser, Brother extend the right hand of fellowship to (Concluded on page 7) M. Stewart, and Sister Pedrana, is going these, and thus to see the result of the 17/6/46 AUSTRALASIAN RECORD 5

Holy Spirit's working on their hearts. We North Mission On the last Sabbath afternoon in re- praise God for allowing us to be co-workers sponse to the usual appeal for our overseas with Him. ANNUAL MEETING missions, almost £200 was received in cash It was the earnest desire of all that A. G. STEWART and pledges. The public and professional services of Dr. T. A. Sherwin were much as these new members mingle with the With the prospects of having real diffi- church of God, not only will they indi- appreciated, and a series of brief health culty in the securing of sufficient tents in talks preceded the preaching services at a vidually be blessed with grace and strength time for their annual meeting, the North for the journey, but that they also will number of the evening meetings. Pastor Queensland Mission Committee with good prove a blessing as they endeavour to hold J. B. Conley strongly led the public foresight obtained the use of a vacated aloft the banner of Prince Emmanuel. preaching services and Bible studies. Al- army camp about two miles distant from most every day the workers held special * the Townsville Post Office, with every meetings, when many phases of evangel- facility provided. ism were helpfully discussed. Rebuilding at Monamona While the recent flood waters had This general meeting will go on record Immediately following the North Queens- deluged the place, leaving a lot of sand as a very sweet and inspiring fellowship land camp-meeting, Pastors A.. G. Stewart and debris behind, willing hands had of the people of God in this portion of the and Dr. T. A. Sherwin proceeded to sufficient of the buildings, including the field, and should register a definite for- Monamona Mission, where two days were kitchen, all cleaned up in time for the ward step in the spiritual experience of spent inspecting the station, counselling opening of the meeting in the evening all who attended. with the workers, and conducting services of May 8. The gathering continued until * * with all the members of the community. the night of the 19th. The work of reconstruction is steadily The attendance was a little under two South Australian Conference hundred for the first week-end but in- being carried forward, and the new settle- 45th Annual Session Report ment will be a vast improvement on the creased to nearly three hundred for the present. A fine boulevard along the high second Sabbath. The weather throughout C. HILL, Secretary ground, with the European workers' homes was delightful, with cool nights and clear, warm days. From the opening service Commencing on the night of March 6 on one side, the homes for the aborigines and continuing until the 10th, the forty- on the other, and with dormitories for fifth session of the South Australian Con- the young people on both sides, gives a ference convened in the City church, 82 fine appearance to the settlement. Much Angas Street, attended by a representa- hard work has been done, and quite a deal The Faithful Witness Counsels tive gathering of delegates. remains to be done before the scheme is complete. The workers are well and of W. R. CARSWELL We were pleased to welcome Pastors H. good courage. "I counsel thee to buy of Me E. Piper, A. W. Anderson, and B. H. Mc- Gold tried in fire and raiment white, Mahon from the Union Conference, also * * That with the righteous thou may'st be, Pastor Rore, whom we were delighted to And walk the path of truth and light. have with us on this occasion. Pastor N. Ashstanville Easter Convention Anoint thine eyes that thou may'st see, A. Ferris acted as interpreter for Rore. The NOELINE HARDWICKE And open wide thy doors to Me." inspiring. meetings conducted by these brethren will long be remembered by those After the keen disappointment experi- We are but wretched, poor, and blind, who were privileged to be present. enced by the young people of the South And know not of our direst need, Following the procedure of past years, Conference at the un- The Spirit's power, that led by Him the Freemasons' Hall was secured for the avoidable cancellation of their Easter We may be used by Thee indeed. Sabbath services, and in order to accom- Youth Camp, the members of the Ash- So, Lord, we open wide the door— modate the large number which gathered stanville M.V. Fellowship, comprised mainly Come dwell in us for evermore. from city and country churches, the seat- of young people from Ashfield, Stanmore, Open our eyes that we may see ing capacity of this spacious hall was fully and Marrickville churches, were delighted Thy standard high in these last days; taxed. and thankful when they learned that in From ev'ry sin, Lord, set us free, Pastor H. E. Piper was given the respon- answer to prayer Pastor Wooller had been And fill us with Thy love and praise. sibility of addressing the congregation at successful in securing suitable cottage ac- Now, in this solemn judgment hour, the 11 o'clock service, and impressed his commodation at Collaroy for them. On O manifest Thy mighty power. hearers with the call to a demonstration Good Friday twenty-one gathered together No more lukewarm, with holy fire of greater spiritual life and power. A feel- at the opening of Sabbath worship to Fill all our lamps with burning flame; ing of deep interest and expectancy was thank God for His goodness and mercy in Be this our one supreme desire manifest as Pastor Rore related the thrill- bringing them together as a band of Chris- To glorify Thy holy name, ing story of God's care for His work in the tian young people. And by Thy grace bring souls to Thee, Solomon Islands during the years of war. The usual Sabbath services were held, To serve Thee through eternity. Regional meetings were later conducted in the theme of the church service being several country centres, and again the rep- "Youth with a Purpose," a topic which resentative of our island mission work, received a ready response from the young accompanied by Pastor Ferris, gave to our people to meet the challenge of the hour until the last benediction was pronounced, people a message of inspiration and en- in consecrated service. From the top of a the attendance at all the meetings was couragement. To assist in further develop- near-by mount which afforded magnifi- excellent. Our workers and laity seemed ing this work and spreading the message, cent views of the coast, hymns of praise greatly to appreciate the opportunity for the sum of £1,829 was received in cash and ascended as a very happy Sabbath ended. spiritual refreshing and a study of the pledges. It will be of interest to mention Varied activities were organized for each Word of God. Departmental, youth's, and that £1,000 of this was pledged by one day, beginning and ending with worship. children's meetings were well attended member, and was recently paid in full. Hiking, surfing, cricket, tennis, and other and helpfully conducted. Reports covering all departments of the games were much enjoyed. All helped with The superintendent, Pastor G. Peacock, work throughout the conference were duly necessary duties, and excellent meals were is giving a strong lead to the widely presented, and revealed much to encourage. provided. spread field, and he enjoys the respect The report of the conference president On Monday night the majority of the and co-operation of a loyal though not showed that during the year we added young people left to go to their places of large band of workers. fifty by baptism and previous baptism, and work, but eight remained throughout the The Book Department was well set out, after allowing for transfers the member- week. These were joined by about eight and a good supply of literature was taken ship now stands at 1,190. more who returned on Wednesday night to away by the brethren. The new "Church The Advent Radio broadcasts were well spend Anzac Day with the Fellowship. On Hymnal" has been adopted, and was received through the year, and much was Thursday night a stirring service was held, largely used during the meeting. being done to develop the interest which which was characterized by songs of praise Each Sabbath was a high day in the was rapidly growing out of this work. On and prayers of thanks for the privileges camp with well-attended and efficiently the West Coast, Eyre's Peninsula, and at and blessings of the Easter convention. conducted Sabbath schools. The preach- Murray Bridge and surrounding districts, Thanks are due to Mrs. J. Smith and Pas- ing services were richly blessed and much excellent results had been forthcoming. tor K. J. Wooller, who acted as chaperons. appreciated. This avenue of proclaiming the message 6 AUSTRALASIAN RECORD 17/6/46

is proving to be a great agency for mak- Secretary-Treasurer and Book and Bible church, and were assembled at three - ing known the truths of God's Word for House Secretary: C. Hill. o'clock in preparation for the sacred rite this time. We are entitled to entertain Home. Missions Secretary and Sabbath of baptism. After an inspiring address by feelings of gratitude and praise that under School Secretary: R. Brandstater. Pastor Branster, made even more interest- God we have been privileged to have a M.V., J.M.V., and Temperance Secretary: ing by Pastor Rore telling personal experi- part in making possible sound financial L. A. Dyason. ences relating to the service of baptism, provision for soul-winning work in this Publishing Department Secretary: C. A. Pastor Branster led four women and two conference. Tithe income amounting to Whitehead. men one by one into the watery grave. A £11,404 was received from our members, Assistant J. M. V. Secretary: Miss M. dedicatory prayer was offered, and words and revealed an increase of £115 as com- Hardy. of encouragement and , advice given to pared with the figure for the previous year. Executive Committee: W. M. R. Scragg them after the main service, and all left After meeting all- expenses we showed a (chairman), R. Brandstater, A. W. G. the house of God deeply impressed by the gain in the tithe fund of £527. Conference Davey, N. M. Green, E. C. Harris, W. N. Spirit of God, who was evident in our funds totalled £12,372, giving an increase Lock, R. Westerman. midst. At 7.30 p.m. our little church was again in present worth of £778. As we face the opportunities of the fu- The Sabbath school must be recognized packed with men, women, and children, ture, we arise in the power of our God- eager to see and hear the missionaries. as theinost vital and fundamental organi- given message, and with renewed conse- zation of the church. In this report we Pastor Anderson introduced the service by cration press on with every resource at our explaining the geographical setting of the measure the health of the whole spiritual command for the finishing of the work. body. We had in South Australia in 1945 Solomon, where he laboured for eighteen thirty-six Sabbath schools, with a mem- * * years. He also gave highlights of early mission history in this field which gripped bership of 1,125 and an average attendance A Great Day on the Tablelands of the attention of all. Pastor Anderson then of 947. £2,252 was given in offerings, which introduced Pastor Rore, and interpreted was approximately £100 more than for 1944. New South Wales for him. Active missionary endeavour is of vital CLAUDE D. JUDD Pastor Rore impressed all as being a importance to a people entrusted with the very humble and sincere Christian gentle- final message of mercy. Facts revealed by The tableland of Mudgee is a feast to the eye. after travelling eighty miles north- man. He spoke for nearly an hour telling the Home Missions secretary indicated a west of Lithgow through mining districts, of the thrilling experiences of God's de- steady rise in practically all lines of the timber, dust, and desolation. liverance during the Japanese occupation. work, and that which had become one of Sunday, May 26, was a glorious western He told of his head-hunting forefathers, his the most important features of our •evan- autumn day, with the, sting of frost still pagan tribesmen, then the change brought gelical efforts was the 20th Century Bible lurking around the shady corners when about by the entrance of our missionaries, Course. Many thousands of leaflets and our president, Pastor Branster, arrived the progress of the mission work during letters had been sent out, and up to the with Pastors J. D. Anderson and Rore. the war, and of its great need today. present 309 were enrolled in the course. Believers from twenty-five miles in one Reluctantly the Adventist church at Nineteen have thus far been awarded cer- direction and twenty miles in another Mudgee closed a great day and settled tificates. This is surely one of God's ap- were gathered with our Mudgee members down for another frost. pointed ways of reaching many souls who to share the special blessings in store. Our Many hearts are frozen hard in this otherwise would be left in darkness. little church was full and eager to partake town; ere they become frost-bitten and The Appeal for Missions effort for 1945 of the spiritual feast. die, we solicit your prayers on our behalf brought in the grand result of £1,551 12s., The church had worked hard for this as we work to save souls from the chill of while the Big Week offering and sale of occasion by building a much-needed bap- unbelief and eternal ruin. But we assure literature totalled £223. tismal font. Now it was ready to be you the hearts of God's people here are as It is the responsibility of the Missionary dedicated in the best way possible. Six warm as the sun, for they with you, dear Volunteer Department to see that our adult candidates had been faithfully in- reader, receive their warmth and life from young people are saved, and held and structed in the teachings of the remnant the Sun of Righteousness. trained and used for God. Altogether there were 18 societies operating, with a member- ship of 520, of which 170 were Juniors. It gave cause for great joy to know that The Bible a Morale Builder While they were in that posture, German twenty-six young people had followed their shells burst overhead and the pieces of Lord in baptism during the year. Incidents related by Mr. W. H. Bingham, shrapnel came down through the trees. of the British and Foreign Bible Society, cutting off the blanches. If you have Our educational work in this conference Sydney. is centred in our Prospect Central School, ever been in a similar position you know A French army chaplain had five services that the instinct of self-preservation bids which commenced the year with an enrol- one Sunday. He was just leaving the you take cover, but not a man moved. ment of forty-six. Owing to circumstances last of them, a congregation of eighteen Later, when the padre was saying good- over which we had no control, this number soldiers of all ranks in a dugout in the bye to them, one of the men, referring to was reduced to thirty-seven when school front lines. He had to go a mile through that moment, said, "It would have been an closed in December. One interesting fea- the woods to reach the road where a car affront to Jesus Christ if we had fled after ture relating to the financial side was the was to pick him up and take him back to listening to those wonderful words you record of fees. The total for 1945 was £92, headquarters. It was°,2 already growing were saying: 'Yea, though I walk through compared with £74 in 1944. dark, and he suddenly saw four men the valley of the shadow of death, I will The literature work has called for prac- coming towards him through the trees. fear no evil: for Thou art with me.' " tically a programme of rebuilding, which Earlier in the war this padre had walked There is no book like the Bible for keep- is now beginning to show results. Nineteen into a German patrol and had been ing up the morale of soldiers and civilians colporteur - evangelists were engaged in severely wounded by a hand grenade. So in time of danger. active service for the Master, of whom he thought prudence the better part of A soldier said to me, "I laughed when more than half were part-time workers. valour and hid behind a tree. they gave me a Bible as I was leaving for Sales amounted to £7,406, and 1,320 large However, the men turned out to be France. I had never been to church or subscription books were delivered. Under French soldiers who had lost their way Sunday school. No one of us thought of the leading of the Holy Spirit, this soul- coming to his service, and much regretted such things at home. Yet I read the Bible winning literature will play a big part in arriving too late. The padre could not given to me. Indeed, I don't know what leading precious souls to accept God's last let them go without a word, so gathering I would have done without it over there. saving message. We rejoice to know that them around him, he invited them to join When we were evacuating I had to leave through the sale of "Bible Readings" eight in the singing of a hymn well known to everything behind; but I clung to my families are being studied with, and in French Protestants: "Let Us Be Faithful Bible." each instance steady progress is seen. unto Death." The last verse implies the - I gave a soldier a Bible and he said, The report of the nominating committee renewal of a vow of consecration to God. "Thank you. When cigarette papers are was adopted as follows:— As it was then too dark to read the short I'll use the leaves of this Book." padre began to repeat the twenty-third When travelling to his destination he was President, Educational Secretary, and psalm. The men seemed to think he was violently sea-sick, and having nothing to Religious Liberty Secretary: W. M. R. praying, for they knelt in the mud—the read, he found the Bible in his pocket Scragg. whole countryside was mud at that time. and decided to look through it. When he 17/6/46 AUSTRALASIAN RECORD arrived on the "other side" he wrote to me enclosing a money order and saying, AUSTRALASIAN RECORD "This is the finest Book I know. I feel it Official Organ of the has done more for me than anything or AUSTRALASIAN UNION CONFERENCE OF anyone else in the world. Please find SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTISTS enclosed my first week's salary as a corporal to put to your great work." Editor: A. G. Stewart A missionary and a native stood watch- SCOTT.—John Tennant Scott, the hus- ing one of the first aeroplanes to arrive in Single Subscription, per year, post paid - 5/- band of Sister Scott and father of Sister the interior of Africa. The native was Order through your conference office, or R. Price of Stanmore church, passed peace- send direct to the Signs Publishing Co., lost in amazement that this machine could Warburton, Victoria. fully away in his sleep on May 25, at the stay in the air without falling. Then, All copy for the paper should be sent to The age of seventy-one years, and was laid to turning to the missionary, he said, "Yes, Editor, Record, "Mizpah," Wahroonga, N.S.W. rest the following Monday. Mr. Scott, al- I can see how it travels along the clouds, Advertisements approved by the Editor though he did not identify himself with but what does it do when it comes to the will be inserted at a charge of 216 each. this message, was nevertheless a consistent edge?" He watched as it flew on, and and active Christian worker. The sure seemed to be lost in thought. Then his Printed weekly for the Conference by the Signs Publishing Co., Warburton, Victoria promises of God were recounted in services face broke into a smile and he said, as if - conducted in the home and at the grave- he had made a great discovery, "Now I side by the local Presbyterian minister and know where you white men got the Word the writer. To Sister Scott and the three of God—you went to heaven in one of WEDDING BELLS children and other relatives we extend our those machines and got it for yourselves." heartfelt sympathy in the sudden loss * * * which they have sustained in this bereave- The Missionary's Wife Becomes WOODGATE-STAPLETON.—In the quiet ment. K. J. Wooller. sacredness of the Memorial church, East Acquainted Prahran, Victoria, on the morning of the JARRETT.—At her home, Campsie, (Concluded from page 3) 14th of May, 1946, Ruby V. Stapleton and N.S.W., on May 9, 1946, a dear old pilgrim Henry W. Woodgate were united in the in the person- of Sister Mary Jarrett, the has strained a muscle in his leg, and we beloved partner of our dear Brother Abra- went to see how he is progressing. The bonds of holy matrimony. Both the bride and bridegroom are well-known and re- ham Jarrett, fell asleep in Jesus. For hut was full of chattering 'monkeys' fifty-five years these dear ones had walked with smiling faces. They are cute little spected members of the Memorial church, where Brother Woodgate has long held the life's way together. A few years ago they fellows, full of fun. attended a tent mission conducted by "I get a lot of fuss these days. Kanakas office of-a deacon. As Mr. and Mrs. Wood- gate journey life's pathway together, their Pastors W. Morris and R. Brandstater, are coming for miles around to look at later attending the series of meetings con- `Mamma.' I couldn't count the number many friends wish them every happiness of a Christian home, and pray that God's ducted by Pastor J. B. Conley in Sydney, that have come. They peer in through the by whom they were baptized. Four sons cracks in the doors. It gives me the creeps divine blessing may be theirs. Llewellyn Jones. and four daughters, besides grandchildren when I turn round suddenly and see just and great grandchildren, sorrow but not one black eye or the shadow of a form without hope. May God greatly comfort through the semi-opaque windows. But JUDD-BARRON.—On April 19, 1946, in the members of the Jarrett family. really I am not frightened of them—they the Church of Christ church, Dandenong, A. H. White, are such a friendly lot. The most hideous Victoria, Brother Samuel E. Judd and Sis- part is the paint, feathers, and sticks in ter Eliza Barron were united in the sacred LEEDER.—On May 18 Sister Annie Leeder their noses, not to mention the smell. I bonds of matrimony. Brother Judd is well of Healesville, Victoria, passed away quietly have to go out and shake hands with them known to many, particularly in the Gipps- after a short illness. Miss Leeder, who was all. They grin, cock their heads on one land district, and Sister Barron has also seventy-nine years of age, came from a side, and make a noise like a clucking hen. won many friends through her colporteur pioneering family who took a prominent They look me up and downy feel my arms work. A large number of relatives and part in developing the district in the early and pass remarks about my' clothes. Once friends assembled at the church and after- days. She served her country and her I was in the house and heard some wards at the reception to convey their good fellow men as a nurse in the Boer War kanakas calling, 'Mamma, Mamma!' wishes to the happy couple as they start and in the influenza epidemic of 1919. Her "Yesterday morning I sewed some lap- out in their new experience. Our prayers nephew, Pastor S. Leeder, is well known. laps—I have about eighty to do. accompany them as they labour together in About six years ago she attended a series "The cook boys are coming on well, and the Dandenong district, where they are of meetings conducted by Pastor D. Sibley, Lizzie, Guibau's wife, does the washing making their home. P. G. Foster. and accepted the advent message, and and ironing. I am getting used to having since then her gracious presence has been the natives work for me. Here is our an inspiration to our little gathering there. programme:— WRIGHT-FORD.--Their many friends had lovingly decorated the Wahroonga She was laid to rest in the Healesville "Six o'clock, Lotu (worship). cemetery on May 20, Pastor G. G. Stewart "Breakfast. church on the evening of May 28, 1946, in honour of the marriage of Aubrey Frank speaking words of comfort and hope to the "Boys do house work while I do mission assembled relatives and friends. work. Wright and Emily Jean Ford. The bride- Marian Hay. "Boys prepare dinner under my super- groom is a carpenter of Kyogle, and the vision, and teachers meet at eleven o'clock. bride until recently was connected with COLLINS.—Sister Collins died at the age "Dinner at twelve. departmental work in the South N.S.W. of eighty-four years at the home of her "School 1.30 to 3.30. Conference. As they set up their home in daughter, Mrs. Edwards, Parkside, Adelaide, "Work for mission till tea time. northern N.S.W., our prayer is that it may on April 8, 1946, after taking ill on her way be a centre from which will shine a light "The trip in in the small plane was to the prayer-meeting. She was one of to lead some souls to the home eternal. God's most faithful children, and abounded great. It is wonderful country, very hilly, At the reception held at the Sanitarium and yet there are miles of kunai plains. in the love of Christ and His message. She Cafe, Sydney, following the wedding, the leaves behind five daughters to mourn their The pilot flew the plane low over the guests wished the newly married couple an mission, and it was a wonderful sight and great loss: Mrs. Kranz, wife of Pastor abundance of joy and happiness in their Kranz, W.A.; Mrs. Beall and Mrs. Edwards a real thrill. Omaura is a pretty place, future 'United life. L. A. Butler. and the mission is laid out with beautiful of S.A.; Mrs. Brooksby of Broken Hill; and lawns. Mrs. Appleton of Queensland. Sister Col- "From the drome, where all the natives lins.was the wife of Brother J. Collins, at Va. from' the mission ran to meet us, we set one time a worker in the message. We laid out for a couple of hours' walk. The her to rest in the West Terrace cemetery monkeys and teachers carried all the USED STAMPS WANTED until the great Life-restorer, Jesus, shall cargo. All along the way we met kanakas. Save your used stamps and help support call to life those who sleep in Him. To the One of the monkeys met us half-way with mission work. Forward them regularly to sorrowing bereaved we extend our sym- a billy of lime juice, which was very Pastor L. J. Kent, Home Missions Secre- pathy and the consolation of the blessed welcome." tary, Box 27, Hamilton, N.S.W. hope. W. M. R. Scragg. AUSTRALASIAN RECORD 17/6/46

young people are cautioned against apply- A Letter from an Old Friend ing unless they have a determination to finish the course and take the final ex- From the Theological Seminary, Wash- ington, aminations. Dr. L. H. Wood recently wrote to `BREVITIES one The course presents an excellent oppor- of the Union Conference staff:— tunity for prospective missionary workers "We were delighted to get your letter containing the doings of the conference Miss Ruth Stockdale, for some time a to gain a thorough knowledge of the prin- ciples of healthful living and how effi- session, and we were very much interested member of the Union Conference treasury in the reports that Brother Branson ciently to treat and care for the sick. Such staff, has been transferred to the Towns- brought back from your part of the world knowledge and experience, in conjunction ville Conference staff. Brother Lance concerning the creation of a larger divi- with a recognition of God's call for service, Butler has returned to the treasury de- sion for that corner of the globe. should bring blessing and help to all con- partment after some years in army service. "We were very pleased and quite sur- cerned as they seek to follow the divine prised to get a letter from Alan Wester- - Master's example in winning souls for the On May 29, Sister R. A. R. Thrift left man after he arrived in New York to Sydney to join her husband, Pastor Thrift, kingdom of God. attend Columbia University. We had him in Lae, New Guinea. At the present stage, Intending applicants are advised to make down for a week-end for a visit, and it life out there is very primitive, but like all inquiries immediately. certainly did seem good to hear reports other missionaries, Pastor and Mrs. Thrift The Board of Management, from home. It made us homesick to see have gone out rejoicing in the call to Sydney Sanitarium and Hospital, all you dear folk again. He is a fine out- service. Secretary, G. E: Adair. standing young man and one that Aus- At the publishing house, Warburton, two * * tralia can be proud of. He is very bright new members have been welcomed to the and keen intellectually and an excellent staff. Brother Derrick Heyde from West The Advent Correspondence speaker. He is anxious to teach in our colleges here for a few years before going Australia, recently discharged from the School back, so that he may study our methods, Forces, has joined us as a linotype oper- and I see no reason why he cannot fit in ator. Brother A. D. Porter of Maryborough, H. VETTER, Principal over here and be a big help. Victoria, has come to engage in general "Before the student there is opened a "I am glad you liked the book 'Mysteries carpentry work. path of continual progress. He has an Unveiled.' It had a good circulation here. object to achieve, a standard to attain, The Review and Herald disposed of almost Pastor R. Brandstater writes from South that includes everything good, and pure, 35,000 copies. We have had a great many Australia: We are very happy to announce and noble. He will advance as fast and favourable comments from all parts of the the success of Brother Roy Scragg, son of as far as possible in every branch of true field, both from Adventists and non- Pastor and Mrs. W. M. R. Scragg, in his knowledge. But his efforts will be directed Adventists. I think the idea of having a final examinations in Medicine at the Ade- to objects as much higher than mere sel- book like this for daily study will be a laide University. We do thank God for fish and temporal interests as the heavens permanent one. This year one of the these staunch young students who, un- are higher than the earth."—"Education," preceptresses of long standing in our affected and unashamed, maintain their page 19. colleges has written a book, 'Draw Nigh spiritual poise through years of study and In the world today the advantage of to God,' which follows much the same line association in a secular institution. We possessing suitable training and education as the book published last year. When believe that Dr. Scragg will be a strong is being more fully realized as time goes things reach normal again I imagine there influence for good wherever he is called to on. Worldly educational institutions are will be a call from overseas for these books serve, and take this opportunity of wishing thronged as never before by those whose the same as for the 'Morning Watch.' him God's richest blessing as he takes up ultimate objective is, in most cases, a "Please give our love to the many dear his work. well-paid job or improved social standing. friends in Australia." With the true child of God the urge to self-improvement will be no less than with the worldling; his final aim, however, Six O'Clock Referendum The Sydney Sanitarium and will not be to secure more of the material Hospital Within the next few months on a day comforts of this life, but to enlarge his to be fixed, the people of New South Wales sphere of usefulness. The purpose of the TRAINING SCHOOL FOR NURSES will be called upon to record their vote on Advent Correspondence School is to help the question as to whether liquor bars shall Applications are invited from young in the attainment of this objective. close at 6 p.m., 9 p.m., or 10 p.m. In spite ladies and young gentlemen over the age A number of new and extended courses of persistent and cunning liquor propa- of eighteen years who are desirous of join- are now in preparation. For full details ganda, six o'clock closing has been a splen- ing the 1947 Nurses' Training Course at of studies now available by correspondence did and worthwhile reform. My organiza- write to The Advent Correspondence the Sydney Sanitarium and Hospital. The tion will meet the challenge on all fronts, necessary application forms are available School, Hardy's Chambers, 5 Hunter but we need the co-operation of our friends Street, Sydney, N.S.W. on request from the Sanitarium and our right throughout the state. Will ministers Missionary Colleges at Cooranbong, N.S.W.; and laymen take the initial steps to call Carmel, W.A.; and Longburn, New Zea- meetings to form a local committee? The land; also local conference offices. GENERAL CONFERENCE Alliance will supply literature and infor- The educational standard required of all REHABILITATION FUND mation gladly when the date of the refer- applicants is clearly outlined in the forms endum is announced and before. We also mentioned above, and a certificate must Will all workers, church elders, and ask for financial assistance. As our oppon- be held for one of the "acceptable" exami- members please note that on Sabbath, ents can spend and will spend thousands nations listed. In addition to this, all July 27, a special offering will be lifted of pounds, let us make the best showing applicants will be required to take a test in all the churches throughout the possible. examination set by the A.U.C. Education Australasian Union Conference, for a 0. A. PIGGOTT, Department on or before July 31, 1946. rehabilitation fund. This has been General Secretary, All applications should be addressed to called for by the General Conference, 77 Castlereagh Street, Sydney. the Secretary, Board of Management, Syd- and will be dispensed by them. The ney Sanitarium and Hospital, Wahroonga, Australasian mission field's needs will N.S.W., and should be in his hands not be considered with all others. Let all LIFE EXPECTANCY later than August 31, 1946. The Board will our readers prepare now to make this a large offering. On the basis of prewar figures on life convene early in September to select the expectancy, New Zealand leads the nations new class, and successful applicants are The goal set for this field is E6,000. This is almost double the amount re- of tfie world with sixty-five years. Aus- required to present themselves at the Sani- tralia follows closely with sixty-three tarium for enrolment not later than De- - ceived in our Annual Week of Prayer Offering. Let us endeavour, by the years; Sweden, the United States, and cember 28, 1946. England then follow in order with approxi- As failure to complete the course after help of the Lord, to reach it. Re- member, "God loveth a cheerful giver." mately sixty years.. In Italy the life having once started creates embarrassment expectancy is fifty-four years, while in for both the trainee -and the institution, India it is only twenty-seven years.