Hangchow, May 28, 'The torch of revival is' all aflam" in Hangchow these days. It is magnificent sight to watch the crowds flocking to the "Hall of Contemplation," the ornate memorial church erected by the Presbyterians. In this series of revival meetings one cin see a daily demonstration of joy in the making. History repeats itself, fond as of old, the Gospel message is ino respecter of persons, for the grace of salvation is singing its way into the Inearts of the people.
Such religious enthusiasm, accom: panied with sincere dedication and Feadiness to be "Under orders" of the Lord. Jesus Christ, dispels every vestige of doubt as to whether Chris: tianity hag become Indigenous in the and.
Dr. Song, the missioner, had a wonderful career, As a ' foreign trained student ho reached the apex lof achievement in scholarship, but Giscarded all honours and dedicated his life to Christianity. At three sessions daily an eager throng—hymn Book and Bible in hand—walt upon hig mes: age us he preaches.
The immediate benefit accruing from this special mission to the Hangchow churches is the help they will receive from the formation of preaching bands. On a former visit of Dr. Song, $0 evangelist bands were brought thro being. To this number, an addition of 40 bands has materialized in the course of the week's mission. The Hangchow Christian community is keyed up to a high pitch of receptivity.
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