min; but, say the Missionaries, "we soon became accustomed to them.""Provisions were very scarce and dear; milk and butter could hardly be procured for money; our coffee is at an end, and the water is hardly drinkable." Extracts from their Journal, from August to the end of 1815, will appear in a future Number. BAPTIST MISSIONS. [Concluded from p. 371.] THE BURMAN EMPIRE. 19. RANGOON.-At this southern port, Mr. and Mrs. Judson have taken up their residence, while Mr. Felix Carey has been called to Ava, the capital of the Burman empire, where it is probable he will in future reside. Mr. Judson is patiently but diligently pursuing his studies in the language of the country, earnestly longing for the season when he shall be able to declare to the Burmans, in their own tongue, the wonderful works of God; which we have reason to suppose is a period not very distant. The Palee also seems to have attracted his attention, as being, in some measure, necessary to a thorough knowledge of the Burman language. 20. AVA.--At this capital, should Mr. F.Carey be permitted to bring the press into use, as he hopes, a greater opportunity will be afforded for promoting the circulation of the Scriptures than could have been obtained had it remained at Rangoon. IN THE ISLANDS. 21. THE ISLE OF FRANCE.-On this island still remain the 22d regiment, in which was a church of 30 members on their leaving Fort William. 22. COLUMBO.- In this place, the capital of Ceylon, Mr. Chater is still labouring. He has nearly finished a Grammar of the Cingalese language; and is now able to preach in Portugueze, a language which gives him access to a large body of people, scarcely, if at all, differing from the heathen around them. He has a young friend, who wishes to unite with him in Missionary labours, and of whom he says, that his assistance would enable him nearly to double his own exertions. Three have been added to the church at Columbo. 23. Java.—In this island Mr. Robinson is labouring in hope. He has begun to preach in Malay, and seems to find great acceptance in that language, In aid of this mission, Mr. and Mrs. Trowt have arrived from England. Mr. Trowt is applying himself to the Javanese language. 24. AMBOYNA.--At this station Mr, Jabez Carey has arrived, with his partner in life, and has taken the charge of the native schools there, to the amount of 42, for which he receives a regular salary. He is applying to the Malay language, which he will probably soon acquire. The number and state of the Chinese there we have not as yet been able to learn; but it is probable, that his acquaintance with the Chinese language will not be wholly useless. JAMAICA, WEST INDIES. 25, 26. The Society has sent two Missionaries to the West India Islands, Mr. John Rowe and Mr. Lee Compeer; from the last accounts received, there appears a prospect of great usefulness resulting from their labours. AUXILIARY SOCIETIES. SOUTH-EAST WELSH AUXILIARY MISSIONARY SOCIETY. in aid of the Missionary Society, were According to appointment, meetings, held at Bridgend, Glamorganshire, Sept. 3d, 4th, and 5th. The services commenced on the afternoon of the 3d, in Welsh, at the Tabernacle. In the evening, the Rev. John Burder, of Stroud, preached. On the morning of the 4th, the services were renewed, at an early hour, in the same place; after which, a most animated Welsh sermon was delivered in Old Castle Church; and in the afternoon, a meeting took place in the Town-hall (the Rev. John Burder in the chair), at which many animated speeches were delivered, both in Welsh and English, and a society formed in aid of the parent institution, and denominated, The South-East Welsh Auxiliary Missionary Society. Here all was interest, the eye sparkled with pleasure, the countenance beamed with satisfaction, and whilst the miseries of the heathen were deplored, the anticipated triumphs of the cross diffused unutterable delight. The Rev. J. Burder preached at the Tabernacle in the evening. The morning of the 5th opened with preaching in Welsh; after which, the Rev. J. Williams, of Stroud, delivered a most impressive sermon at New Castle Church. In the afternoon, the sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered in the open air, to a considerable number of communicants, when it was expected that the exercises would close: but missionary fire having warmed the bosoms of the Welsh, they desired another service in the evening. With this the ministers complied, and although darkness had spread its mantle over the face of nature before the ministers concluded, the people appeared rivetted to the place, and continued there for a long time, singing the praises of the Lord, as This resolution, moved by the Rev. J. if unwilling to quit a spot where they Fletcher, of Blackburn, in a most elegant had heard such glorious and animating and effective speech, and supported by truths. Thus closed a meeting which the hearts as well as hands of all prewill long be remembered at Bridgend, sent, drew forth the acknowledgment of and which, we trust, has been the means 'grateful, joyful tears from the supporters of kindling a fire in that neighbourhood of other societies, and elevated the cause which will never be extinguished. MISSIONARY MEETING AT BIRMINGHAM, THE second anniversary of the Auxili. ary Missionary Society for the counties of Warwick, Stafford, and Worcester, was held in Birmingham, Sept. 10 and 11. On Tuesday even. the Rev. S. Lowell, of Bristol, preached in the chapel belong ing to Lady Huntingdon's connexion, to a very crowded congregation. At this introductory service a feeling of ardent zeal, mingled with the solemnity and spirituality of true religion, was happily produced, which lasted through all the engagements of the meeting, and it is presumed remained long after these were closed. On Wednesday morn. at seven o'clock, a prayer meeting was holden in Carr's Lane Meeting-house, to implore the blessing of God on all Christian missions and missionaries. From the number which attended at this early hour and the deep seriousness which marked the deportment of those who were present, it was delightfully evident that the friends of missions in this part of the kingdom are entirely convinced, that the cause amidst its growing popularity and sup port, depends upon the blessing of God for all its success; and that no plenitude of means can ensure its triumphs with. out the energy of his power. At eleven o'clock, a very crowded congregation assembled in Carr's Lane Meeting-house, to receive the report and pass the usual resolutions. The vast accumulation of pleasing intelligence. which has been received since the last anniversary, and especially the recent accounts from the South Sea Islands, which arrived in Birmingham the day before the meeting, gave a deep interest to the proceedings of this memorable morning. Amongst several other resolutions which were passed with peculiar approbation, the following united Christian candour, with the piety and zeal already excited, and gave the bond of perfectness to the whole. Resolved, That as every effort to extend the knowledge of Christ, by whomsoever made, is matter of delight to all true Christians, this meeting cordially rejoices in the existence of other missionary societies than that which it is assembled to support, recognizes them as co-workers in the same great cause, congratulates them upon their success, and most fervently prays for their increasing prosperity. of missions, where its true friends love to behold it, and where only it can be seen in all its glory, uncontaminated by the mists of sectarian prejudices, unob scured by the clouds of party zeal, and shining bright amidst the radiance of the Sun of righteousness. In the evening Mr. Fletcher preached in Livery Street Meéting-house, to a congregation literally packed; hundreds retired with disappointment at not being able to press within the doors. If we forbear to speak of the sermons, it is not because there is no ground for eulogium, but because any terms in which we should do justice to our sentiments would be condemned as flattery. Their best praise is, that they endeared both the cause, and the Lord of missions to our hearts, and drew forth our prayers and our property together for their support. The collections at the three meetings amounted to about £250. in addition to £700. more from the society at large. BRISTOL AUXILIARY MISSIONARY SOCIETY. The fourth anniversary of the "Bristol Missionary Society in aid of the Missionary Society founded in London in 1795," was celebrated on Tuesday the 24th Sept. last, and the two following days. The Rev. W. Nunn M. A., of Foleshill, Warwickshire, preached at St. Mary Redcliffe, and St. Philip's churches; and the Rev. J. Campbell, M. A. of Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, at St. Mary-leport church. Sermons were also preached at the various dissenting churches in connection with the society, by the Rev. Messrs. R. Hill of London, Fletcher of Blackburn, East of Frome, Adkins of Southampton, Burder of Stroud, and Hopkins of Tisbury. The sacramental service took place at the Tabernacle, at which the Rev. R. Hill presided; and the meeting for business was holden at the Assembly Room in Princes Street. The unexampled pressure of the times had excited a general feeling that the collections would fall short of their usual amount. But the silver and the gold are the Lord's; and the event put every unbelieving fear completely to the blush. The glorious cause for which the Redeemer bled and died, and "ever lives" to intercede, appeared to animate every breast; and it would indeed have been a reproach on the multitudes assembled, had the eloquent and affecting appeals made on be half of 800 millions of perishing heathens, with the Lamb," &c. In the evening, 66 been productive of any other result. By 66 £60 2 29 13 22 3 0 6 6 42 17 0 197 Tabernacle after the sacrament 54 Castle Green do. 0 125 0 24 After Public Meeting, including £20. from P. S. Esq. 63 12 Collection from the Pay Table of Mess. John Hare and Sons 8 Domestic subscription from Mess. Dando, Heaven & Co. 14 Rev. Mr. Kent and friends, Tabernacle, Trowbridge, including £4.18s. subscriptions of Juvenile Society Congregation at Ross, per Rev. Mr. King Friends at Shepton Mallett and Oakhill Missionary boxes at Chelwood and Clutton Friends at Kingswood, per Friends at Oldland Tabernacle, 3 6 4 11 56 8 4 0 4 0 Rev. Tho. Luke of Swansea, from Numb. xiv. 21. "As truly as I live, all the earth shall be filled with the glory of the Lord." Messrs. Rooker, Smith, and Gay engaged in the devotional parts of the service. The Rev. Mr. Gay of Braunton, preached on the preceding evening from Isa. li. 12. The next meeting of this society was appointed to take place at South Melton on the last Wednesday in May 1817." DESIGNATION OF NINE MISSIONARIES. At Surry Chapel, on Monday evening, Sept. 30, 1816, nine Missionaries were set apart to their important work, viz. Messrs. John Taylor, James Kitching. man, Evan Evans, John Brownlee, and Robert Moffat. These five brethren are designed to strengthen the various stations in Africa, which are continually increasing in number. Mr. Taylor and Mr. Evans had been previously ordained, the former at Chichester, the latter at Bala. The following are intended for the South Sea Islands, to strengthen the hands of our worthy brethren there, who are almost overwhelmed with the labours of their station, viz. Messrs. David Darling, George Platt, Robert Bourne, and John Williams. All the brethren are acquainted with agricultural or mechanical arts, and will be able to promote the civilization of the natives in Africa and Otaheite, while they diffuse among them the invaluable knowledge of the gospel. Mr. Rayson, of Wakefield, commenced the service by prayer; Mr. Leifchild, of Kensington, delivered an appropriate discourse, of an introductory nature, and proposed to each of the Missionaries 0 suitable questions, which were answered in a very satisfactory manner. The nuOmerous audience appeared to be deeply affected, when nine young men publicly 0 declared what God had done for their souls, their belief of the great doctrines 550 of the scripture, and their devotedness to the cause of Christ among the heao then. A Bible was then put into the hand of each, by Mr. Burder and Mr. 2 6 2 James, in the name of the Society; Dr. Waugh offered up to God the united petitions of the great congregation in behalf of the Misssionaries and their wives, who were present; after which, Dr. Winter and Mr. Campbell addressed the Missionaries in an affectionate and impressive manner. £792 2 10 NORTH DEVON AUXILIARY MISSIONARY SOCIETY. The annual meeting of this society was held at Ilfracombe, on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Rev. S. Rooker, of Bideford, preached in the morning, from Psalm lxxiv. 20. "The dark places of the earth," &c. In the af ternoon, Rev. R. Meek of South Molton, from Rev. xvii. 14. "These shall make war The brethren destined to Africa have just embarked at Gravesend in the ALACRITY, for the Cape of Good Hope. The Missionaries for Otaheite were expected to embark at the close of October in the Harriet. MISSIONARY CONTRIBUTIONS. [Collections and Anonymous Donations only, from 15th September to 15th October inclusive.] from English Money 10 18 3 Juvenile Missionary Society Dublin, £12. The Bible and Missionary Society, Galston, Ayrshire, Scotland, (in- Cornwall Auxiliary Missionary Society, by Mr. J. M'Dowall G. C. and Wife, by J. Eagle A Friend in the Country, by Mr. Jos. Garland 5 13 6 10 75 · 8 2 2 10 A few Friends at Plymouth Dock, by Ditto-per Rev. R. Stodhart Newport, Salop, by Rev. David Lewis: The Sunday School, by Misses Silvesters and Mr. Croucher 6 15 4 Young Ladies of Miss Bullock's Seminary 5 3 0 2 2 0 Collections and Subscriptions in aid of the Missionary Society, in the Barton, in Lincolnshire 12 12 7 Brought forward C620600 3 0 5 0 0 268 3 8 Do. Juvenile Society 144 10 603 19 8 2 0 0 Penny Subscriptions, collected by young Ladies CHESTER Auxiliary Missionary Society, by Mr. J.Williamson, Treas. 16 4 Q 21 18 6 0 5 4 43 6 6 Baptist Ditto Boughton Ditto Octagon Ditto Queen Street Ditto 7 0 0 10 0 0 · 24 5 0 Additional Donations Ladies Penny-a-Week Association, Queen Street Chapel, 8195228 36 10 6 5 8 Queen Street Sunday School Juvenile Society, Do. Male Penny-a-Week Association, Ladies Do. Do. Octagon Chapel, Do. Missionary Box in a Shop in this City, by J. R. 1 7 2. 10 0 0 6 7 8 10 Congregational Collections by the Calvinistic Methodists in the West part of Denbighshire, two places in Carmarthenshire, and one in Flintshire, North Wales, by Rev. T. Jones, Syrior, near Abergele, Denbighshire: LANCASHIRE Auxiliary Missionary Society, at the Anniversary held at Lloyd Street Chapel, after a Sermon by Rev. Dr. Waugh - 60 0 0 nett, and Rev. Mr. Parsons, and at the Meeting for Grosvenor Street Chapel, after the Sermon by Rev. Mr. James At the Missionary Communion Liverpool Branch Society, by Mr. Job, Treasurer A few Friends at Simondley A Penny per Week Subscriptions at the Factories of Messrs. James Brown and Sons, Stockport, Old Factory Sheepwash, Ditto 162 3 7 5 10 9 |