CHURCH OF CHRIST.

Colonist, Volume XLV, Issue 10415, 22 May 1902, Page 2

CHURCH OF CHRIST.

WELCOME TO MR. J./J FRANKLYN. /

A well-attended social Jwas held last evening at the Christians' Meeting House to welcome' their new preacher, Mr J. J. Franklyn, to Nelson. Mr Edward Lewte ably presided. After the devotional exerCIS6S The Chairman said he considered it an honor to occupy the position he did. Speaking of the object of the gathering, he said he felt sure Mr Franklyn would prove a good citizen, and one willing to help every good work in the community. As a preacher, Mr Franklyn would give them the Word of God in its integrity. During a visit to Christchuch he had heard many speak well of Mr Franklyn, and he had much pleasure in joining in welcoming Mr Franklyn. Apologies were noted from the Bishop of Nelson, several ministers, and Mr Calder, District Deputy of the Good Templars. After the choir had rendered an anthem, Miss Olive Page recited well "Beautiful Snow." A duet and chorus followed. Mr Page, on behalf of that Church, gave Mr Franklyn a hearty welcome, also Mrs Franklyn. He felt certain Mr Franklyn was the right man for them, and that his labors would be successful in Nelson. The excellent choir gave another anthem. Mr Jesse Piper, on behalf of the sister churches, extended a most hearty welcome to Mr Franklyn. In the course of his remarks lie noted the good work done by the late Bishop Suter, by Bishop Mules, Rev. F. W. Chatterton, and the Rev Mr and Mrs Smalley. _ . . Miss Combes gave an appropriate recitation, and the choir another anthem. __ Mr W. T. Bond welcomed Mr Franklyn as an addition to the Temperance workers. He recognised the valiant aid the preachers in connection with that Church had given on the Temperance platform, also the assistance their admirable choir had given when Temperance missions were held. Mr Franklyn in a happy speech acknowldged the expressions of kindness Mrs Franklyn and himself had already received. He said he had come to Nelson to do his duty, and he believed they would prove a responsive people. He desired them to work hopefully, to work wisely, and to work dependently. He believed God would give them a good time, and that Right and, the Truth would flourish.. He earnestly solicited their sympathies and prayers. After the company had partaken of refreshments, the' very pleasant social £was brought to a close with singing and prayer.