In Prince George circuit, a writer is gloriously prevailing in this section observes:-"The work is reviving of his moral vineyard. Oh Lord sweep gloriously. Our congregations are the earth, and shake the nations, unti generally large. They hear with deep all proclaim thee God." and solemn attention, the words of eternal life, which are calculated to make them wise unto salvation, while the mighty power of God overshadows us, and we are able to worship him under a sense of his reconciled countenance which produces the most pleasing and delightful sensations of inind, while the powers of darkness are falling, and the mighty arm of our all conquering King is made bare, in the conviction, conversion, and salvation of immortal souls. "We have received between fifty and sixty on trial since our last conference, which set in April. We are praying, labouring, and looking up daily for the mighty outpouring of the Spirit of God in this section of the work." Athens district, Geo.-Letter from the Rev. Thomas Samford, dated July 18, 1827: The Lord is in this place, and many are coming to the knowledge of the truth. There is an extensive revival of religion through the district generally. Persecution has well nigh ceased, and men of all ranks are taking upon them the Christian name. Our numbers are increasing almost daily. But whether our piety is increasing in proportion to our numbers admits of a serious doubt. However, in the bounds of the Gwinnett circuit, there is a glorious work going on. Sinners are coming by scores to the knowledge of the truth, and into covenant union with God. Also old professors appear to be striving for holiness. Since the beginning of the present conference year, the preachers of Gwinnett circuit have received on trial about two hundred. "In the Walton circuit there is a good work going on-a work that may be called more than ordinary. I am not prepared to give a particular account of Athens at this moment; but I am of the opinion that there is not so great a work of God going on in that place at present as there was some six or eight months ago; but in one thing we rejoice, and that is, for the most part those persons who became the happy subjects of converting grace, in the late revival in Athens, appear to be following Jesus in the way. So on the whole the Redeemer's kingdom Jefferson circuit, New-York conference.-Letter from the Rev. Alexander Calder, dated August 1, 1827: "Having occasion to write to you for some books, I thought it would not be amiss to give a short account of the state of religion on our circuit; as nothing can be more delightful to the readers of your publication than to hear of the prosperity of our Zion. We cannot boast of our scores of converts, but thanks be to God for individuals. The Lord has been pleased to answer prayer in the conversion of near a score since the first of June on this circuit. But what enables us to rejoice more particularly is the happy prospects of a general outpouring of the Spirit. The people of God are thirsting after holiness; and some are rejoicing in the fulness of God, and shouting from the tops of the mountains; while others feel resolved to give a throne of grace no peace day nor night, till they have learned the perfect art of loving God with all their hearts. Oh that God would increase the desires of all his people for holiness. It is truly delightsome to climb these mountains and carry the glad news of a present and full salvation to a people ready to hear and look to God in the use of the means. Although our prospects for worldly gain is but small, we are not discoura ged; for we thank God that we feel rich, having the promise that all our privations shall be made up to us a hundred fold in the world that is to come. We hope we shall have an interest in the prayers of the lovers of Jesus, that the word preached may have its desired effect; that we may return to our conference at its next sitting, bringing our sheaves with us, and saying,the best of all is, God is with us.' Paris, N. Y.-Letter from the Rev. J. S. Mitchell, dated July 26, 1827:-"We continue to have encouraging prospects on this station. Some have been recently converted and united with the church. Our congregations continue very large. Our house is filled every sabbath. Oug prayer meetings are becoming peculiarly interesting. At the last towards the close eight or ten young persons manifested a desire to receive the benefit of the prayers of Christiansfell upon their knees, and such was their agony of soul that they could not think of leaving the hallowed spot till a very late hour. It was truly affect ing to hear their heavy sighs and the successive bursts of grief, which seemed to express in very emphatic language the depth of that work which God in mercy had begun in their hearts as they moved slowly through the dark from the house of prayer. I hope we shall be able to say more of this important matter soon. The cloud of divine mercy seems just ready to burst on this for a long time barren soil. Every one seems to be anxious for a reformation. It is worthy of remark, that even some of those who do not profess religion nor appear to feel any desire for it, have lately betrayed their secret emotions on this subject, by expressing a strong desire for a reformation. Surely such prayers are not an abomination in the sight of God. I expect to send you better tidings soon. Pray for us that our expectations be not blasted." Jefferson circuit, N. Y.-Extract of a letter from the Rev. Cyrus Silliman, dated July 16, 1827:-"We have recently had a camp meeting on this circuit. The sky was clear; God listened to the voice of prayer; his word was clothed with power; and a fresh spring seems to have been given to the work. What rendered this camp meeting peculiarly interesting was, one of our fellow labourers, who had long prayed for his wicked sons, had the satisfaction of seeing two of them and a daughter in law converted to God. To God be all the glory.' Grand River circuit, Ohio district, Pittsburgh conference. The state of religion in this circuit has been very low for about four years past, partly owing to the ill state of health with the preachers who were appointed to travel here, and partly owing to the dissensions sown among several of the societies. At present, however, there seems to be a general excitement and anxiety among the members of society for a revival and spread of the holy work among us. Some have been converted, I think, in every month this year, and a goodly number have been added to several of the classes. So that we are in pretty good spirits and looking for better days. May the time speedily come to favour Zion in these parts. OBITUARY. DEATH OF MRS. HANNAH M'KENNEY. We regret that we have not been able to obtain a more thorough knowledge of the early life of this servant of God. The following events have been communicated by a friend who knew her well and highly appreciates her example. She was converted A. D. 1788, under the ministry of the Rev. Messrs Gill and Thomas. The former of these servants of Christ, particularly, she has been heard to speak of, in terms of the highest respect, and with more than ordinary pleasure. From the time of her obtaining the religion of Jesus to her death, she was an acceptable member of the Methodist Episcopal church; and adorned its doctrines by aiming constantly at a greater conformity to the divine image, and deriving her chief happiness from the performance of her heavenly Father's will. To her fellow creatures she was benevolent and kind. She was to be seen by the bed of those who were about bidding a final adieu to time, and all its concerns, not only attending with assiduous care to their bodily comforts, but endeavouring by her conversation and prayers to render the soul calm and tranquil in the prospect of death. Having been at different periods of her life severely tried by the visitations of Providence, she knew well how to administer comfort to those similarly situated. And there are those now living who can testify to her diligence and success in calming the tumults of the troubled spirit. She was indeed (allowing for infirmity which cleaves to all,) diligent in the discharge of every social duty. As a friend she was sincere and obliging; as a wife, dutiful and affectionate; as a parent, in an eminent degree devoted and tender. Regardless of her own health and comfort she would at any time voluntarily sacrifice them at the call of maternal affection. Neither was she inattentive to her children's eternal interest. But endeavoured to “bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." (The writer is pleased to add that she lived to see the greater part choose Christ for their portion.) She possessed "a neek and quiet spirit," and acted in a greater degree than most persons in obedience to the apostolic injunction, "live in peace with all men.' She had not been able to attend the public worship of God for more than two years before her death. The last time she enjoyed this privilege was in the summer of 1824, and then being almost deprived of the use of one side by a paralysis, could not walk even a short distance without assistance. After this, her infirmities in creasing, she was confined almost entirely to the house, and was severely afflicted. Yet she did not arraign the wisdom of God or murmur at his dispensations. As in health the religion of Jesus had been her choice and delight, so when affliction came upon her she experienced its comforts. She had always highly valued the society of the pious, especially the ministers of the gospel; and it was doubly dear during her long confinement and absence from the sanctuary of the Lord, although the above mentioned disease had in the last twelve months so affected her speech that she could not converse with ease; but would listen with pleasure, and was evidently gratified when religion was the theme. Through the last summer her strengthi gradually declined, though her health appeared as usual. Her children and friends who were constantly with her were not sensible of the change. But to those who saw her occasionally, it was evident her race was almost run, and that she would soon obtain the prize for which she had so long and earnestly contended. She too appeared conscious that the time of her departure was near: would frequently speak of it with calmness and composure, and gave satisfactory evidence that her soul was matured for heaven. On the 15th of August she was attacked with the bilious fever, which did not assume an alarming appearance till the eight day, when it was discovered that the power of speech was fast failing. At that awful crisis a beloved daughter who had watched by her with affectionate anxiety, asked her if she still loved God and felt willing to depart, if it should be his will to remove her? she exclaimed earnestly and audibly, though with difficulty, "Oh, yes!" These were nearly the last words she uttered. Soon after a stupor came on, which lasted two days; and on the evening of the second she expired without a groan, surrounded by affectionate relatives and friends. POETRY. DEATH A SOLEMN HOUR. "In the pride sweet In glory's arms exultingly to meet ; "Hush, fond enthusiast! still obscure and lone, Yet not less terrible, because unknown,? ERRATA. In p. 333 instead of WEIM, in the memoir, read WINN. In p. 390 line 17 from the bottom, read LAUD instead of USSHER |