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Vol. XXXVIII, No. 5 JANUARY 18, 1945 Registered at the G.P.O.. Sydney. for transmission by post as a newspaper.

A Monthly Record of the

ABORIGINES INLAND MISSION OF AUSTRALIA.

Edited by Mrs. R. Long.

2/6 per annum, post free.

CONTENTS: Page

General News 2 Editorial 3 Young Folk 5 Reports from the Har

vest Field 6 Our Aim Subscriptions

Acknowledged 12 Opening of Darlington

Point Church 13 Field Directory 16

THOU SHALT NOT BE OVERCOME

Jer. 1:19.

"He said not—Thou shalt not be tempested, Thou shalt not be travailed, Thou shalt not be afflicted,

But He said—Thou shalt not be overcome!" JULIAN OF NOEWICH.

Tempested on the sea of life; Travailed sore, amid earth's strife; Afflicted often, and sore dismayed, Look up, faint heart, be not afraid—

"Thou shalt not be overcome!"

Amid the cares and fears that fret, You question—"Does the Lord forget?" The battle's hard, and you fear defeat; Keep pressing on, with steadfast feet,

"Thou shalt not be overcome!"

Though "the reason why" we cannot see— Our Father knows, 'tis enough that we But trust His love, when our eyes are dim; Look up! Hold fast! though the fight is grim

We shall not he overcome!

Beyond the strife, there Mes the Goal, A prize awaits each pilgrim soul; A "Crown of Life" and the Lord's "Well done!" For a faith held fast, and a race well run.

In His strength we shall overcome! (The Life of Faith)

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GENERAL NEWS The sad news of the sudden

Home-call of our Associate Worker, Mrs. Warren, of Narromine, reached us just before Christmas. Our sister passed on to be with the Lord on the 18th December. Mr. and Mrs. Warren have been most helpful to our Missionaries, Miss Campbell and Miss Abbott , and Mrs. Warren is a distinct loss to us, as well as to her husband and two children, Dorothy (16) and Neville (9). Miss Abbot t endeavoured to stand by them in their hour of great sorrow.

We commend our brother and his family to the God of all comfort, praying that this bereavement may in God's own way be made a great blessing to all whom it touches.

The Director of Native Affairs in Queensland, while on an official visit to Cherbourg, delivered a beautiful reference Bible to our Native Worker, Warry Phillips, who has been ill in hospital since early November. The Bible is a gif t from the officers of the Department of Agriculture and Stock, and the accompanying card bore the words, "W i th best wishes for a speedy recovery, from the officers of the Department of Agr i culture and Stock." Warry had been loaned to the Department from time to time, and it is evident that he had made a deep impression on their minds by his conduct.

Mr. and Mrs. Harris handled a large quantity of gifts for our Stations from Christian Endeavour Societies, S u n d a y Schools, Squashes, Young People's meetings and individual friends. Parcels were sorted and 46 sent out as quickly as possible, and gifts of money amounting to £30 received for Christmas festivities and pic

nics have been distributed proportionately to all our Stations. W e tender thanks to every giver, and our reports on other pages give some idea of the pleasure they gave to the boys and girls on our Stations.

Amongst the Christmas tokens received by the Director was a Christmas card from a little boy in our Balranald Sunday School, Harold Kirby, and with it 3/6 from his brother, Hartley, for the Aeroplane Fund. Another was a hand-painted greeting card from our Missionary, Mr. Caddy. It is a beautiful piece of work, done by one of our Peak Hill Sunday School girls, Rita Bamblett.

On Boxing Day the Boggabilla missionaries gave a picnic to ten Scripture Union members on their station, who had read the Scripture Union portions for 20 or more weeks without missing a day. One girl who had not missed for the possible 25 weeks, received a special prize at the picnic.

We have been very grateful for the help of two Queensland school teachers, Miss L. Foster and Miss Rita Smith, who have given up the whole of their vacation to relieve on two of our stations. Miss Foster went straight to Woorabinda to allow Miss Carten to go to her home at Grafton, N.S.W., for a holiday, and Miss Smith is giving helpful service at Cherbourg and in the Mission House with Mrs. Bowen. Her assistance is greatly appreciated, as we have not been able to supply a third worker since Miss Cavanagh was transferred to the South.

Another school teacher, Miss T. A . Clarke, has been a helpful visitor at Boggabilla, and with her friends, Mr. and Mrs. Watson, spent a further fortnight at In-verell.

SIFTINGS God teaches His children pre

cious lessons from the blackboard of sorrow.

* * * I am determined, said an old

saint, never to speak of a man's virtue before his face, nor to speak of his faults behind his back. Noble determination!

* * * If Christ has made us kings, why

do we live as beggars? * * *

God hath two dwelling-places —the highest heavens and the lowest hearts—that is the habitation of His glory, this of His grace.

* * * To will what God doth wil l—

that is the only science that gives us any rest.

* * * The most abused men are often

most used. * * *

No man can have God's highest thoughts and be popular with his immediate generation.

* * * Before we put on our clothes,

let us put on our weapons. Let us arm ourselves for the day. Let us put on the Lord Jesus—this is our robe of day.

* * * Can you afford it? was asked

of a noble woman as she promised a costly offering for the Lord's work. " N o , " was her noble reply, "but I can sacrifice i t . "

* * * Trust grows spontaneously in the

praiseful heart. * * *

Oh, glorious Lord, Thou art my dearest Friend,

Who calls and saves and lovest without end.

Take me as bondslave, Lord, and let me know

Thy will for me in every step I

g°; Teach me to love Thee, Lord; to

faithful be; To ever grow in grace, conformed

to Thee.


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ABORIGINES INLAND MISSION OF AUSTRALIA Founded August 1, 1905

DIRECTOR: Mrs. R. Long; Hon. Sec: Miss F. M. Swane; Hon. General Treas.: Pastor A. L Perry, J.P.

Our Motto:

OUR God

IS ABLE

The Aborigines Inland Mission has for its object the evangelisation of the Aboriginal and half-caste people of Australia. It seeks to carry out the Lord's command, "Go ye therefore and teach all nations . . . Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you." Mat t . 28:18-20, with the establishment of aa indigenous Church and Native Ministry ever in view.

It is interdenominational in character. Membership is based on Absolute faith in the Deity of the three Persons of the Godhead; Absolute belief in the incpirattoa and authority of the Old and New Testament Scriptures and Absolut* faith in the power of God to meet every need of His servants and His work.

The Mission is supported by the unsolicited freewill offerings of the Lord's people given in answer to prayer.

T O be READY to every good work.

In Paul's letter to Titus he says much about good works. He is writing concerning the walk and testimony of those who have believed in God, who have been redeemed from all iniquity, and who are looking for that blessed hope and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour, Who gave Himself for us.

He exhorts all such to be a pattern of good works, to be zealous of good works, and to maintain good works, and TO BE CAREFUL to maintain good works. How well the Spirit of God knows us! It is so easy for us to tire or to slacken. Our Lord and Master Jesus Christ continued to work the works of Him that sent Him right up to the Cross. Archbishop Mowll opened his New Year's address with the following most arresting words of Kagawa: " I read in a book that a Man called Christ went about doing good. It is very disconcerting to me that I am so easily satisfied with just going about."

Let us ever remember we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works.

I A M not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for i t is the power of God unto salvation to everyone

that believeth. These are the words of Paul before he proceeds to describe in Romans the condition of man in all his fearful blindness, unrighteousness, wickedness, without understanding, unmerciful.

Paul believed and acted upon the command, Go ye into all the world, preach the Gospel to every creature, and that He Who gave the command had "A l l power." He knew that those who are "without understanding" in the darkness of hea

thendom could, by the preaching of the Gospel, have the eyes of their understanding opened by the Spirit of God. Paul believed there was no respect of persons with God, that wherever man is found, however darkened his understanding, however deep he was set in heathendom, with all its tyranny of "old customs," the Gospel is the power of God unto salvation, therefore he preached it wherever he went to people in whatever conditions he found them—without waiting for civilisation or education or anything else, but the Spirit of God to prepare the way and the Gospel message to do its work.

\ A / E can add our testimony to that of Paul. W e know and have proved a thousand times over

that the Gospel is the power of God unto salvation, and we have seen and know its transforming power in imparting new life.

Old things pass away—the new creation vitalises spirit, soul and body, the understanding is enlightened, the intellect responds, the whole manner of life is changed, not from without, but from within— brought by human hands, but the growth of a hidden new life. That which the Scripture calls the Power of God is a dynamic more effective than any application of the wisdom of man. Upon this Rock we stand.

The Lord early revealed to us that in the people to whom He sent us. He had prepared a platform for the display of His power, and wherever Man is found in all his desperate need, the preaching of the Cross is to them that perish foolishness, but unto us which are saved i t is the Power of God .


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Our Auxiliaries

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN

AUXILIARY.

Our December meeting was quite inspiring, when we were happy to have Miss Dinham, from Saints, with us. She told of her call into the work, of how the Lord had dealt with her through her Christian experience, the joy which had accompanied her full surrender and the seal the Lord had set upon her work. W e were stirred as we listened. Truly the Lord used her to set us thinking.

Several were absent through sickness or out of town, but nine were present, and the two litt le folk who always attend with their mothers and are truly part of our meetings. There were six apologies. W e were glad to have with us Narna, a dear Native Christian, who lives in the suburbs. She sang with Miss Matthews, "You must have Christ."

A report was presented to the meeting of the gifts sent to the two Northern Territory stations as our Christmas gifts to the work and workers, and also to Saints. All the goods within the parcels were the love-gifts of members and friends. We feel that the interest is growing, and we have much for which to be thankful, especially the results of our Christmas, over 50 lbs. of goods, apart from the parcel which Miss Dinham took to Saints.

Seasonal greetings were extended by the Chairman to all, and the meeting decided not to meet in January, 1945, but on the second Wednesday in February, God willing.

— M . Tate.

ROCKHAMPTON AUXILIARY.

We do praise God that the way was opened to form an Auxiliary in Rockhampton. Our meetings are held on the second Friday of each month at 8 p.m.

A t our November meeting it was decided to forward Christmas parcels of groceries to various Mission Households. Mr. H. E. Crow was appointed as Vice-President. A t this meeting we were privileged to have with us Evangelist E. W . Brainwood, who was returning from the North. He gave us very interesting news of the work in the Palm Island field, and also asked for very special prayer for that particular sphere. Gifts of stationery were brought to the meeting for distribution to the Missionaries.

A t the December meeting our Parcel Secretary, Mrs. Perkins, reported that the Christmas parcels to Missionary Homes had been forwarded. We would like to mention the fact that £5 had been handed in at the previous meeting for this purpose. Greetings were received from Mrs. Long, Miss F. Swane and Mr. N. M. Leeder.

— W . Perkins.

BRISBANE LADIES' AUXILIARY. The closing meeting of the

above Auxiliary for 1944 was indeed a happy occasion, as we praised the Lord for answered prayer, in sending us in sufficient funds to send a Christmas present to each missionary on our list, and also one to each child in the mission. Our God, indeed, gives good measure, "pressed down and running over," for since that day we have received an additional £3, and so were able to send that out as well.

We look forward to another year, secure in the knowledge that our Father has said, "Ask and ye shall receive."

—R. Thoday.

BALLARAT AUXILIARY.

We held the annual meeting of our Auxiliary on October 30, our President, Mrs. King, conducting the meeting, and Mrs. Barnett reading the chosen Scripture port ion, the central thought being, "That in all things He might have the pre-eminence."

This was our desire as we joined in supplication at the Throne of Grace for various projects of the Mission and the Missionaries.

Our Treasurer, Miss Jackson, read the financial statement for the year, total receipts being £30/5 / - . The election of officers was also dealt with.

Our meeting for November was conducted by Mr. Whiteside, who specially remembered in prayer those on whom the responsibility of the work rests. The "forward work" of the Mission encourages us to prayer, and grateful thanks were offered to God for loving ministries that are now becoming fruitful. Praise was offered for the Lord's undertaking for various missionaries, and we pray that other workers may be supplied to assist those needing rest and recreation. Miss Acland and others were remembered at the Throne of Grace.

— J . E. A. Thomas.

NATIVE WORKERS' TRAINING COLLEGE.

A special Christmas visit was paid to Singleton by the "College family" on December 22, and we found a goodly number, in fact, all who were available, gathered in the home of Mrs. Porter, waiting for us. Mrs. Miller, in whose home we usually hold the services, has been sick for some weeks, but was well enough to be present.

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H O W THE LITTLE FOLKS O N

OUR STATIONS ENJOYED

CHRISTMAS.

A t Menindee.— Saturday, December 23, was the big day for the boys and girls of Menindee, for it was the day set aside for the Christmas Tree.

Our morning round was constantly interrupted by anxious inquiries as to the time of this great event—not that it would make any difference, for there are no clocks in the homes at Menindee.

Several of the men had worked hard on the previous Saturday repairing the bush shelter in front of the Mission House, and two other young men brought us a dear little tree for the occasion. A t last the time arrived when we began to tie very interesting-looking parcels on the tree to the accompaniment of enraptured "oh's" and "ah's1 from a dozen or so early arrivals who were anxious to miss nothing.

The people did not take long to answer the call of the bell, and soon a good crowd had gathered to join in singing choruses and Christmas carols. O f course, Father Christmas came along to add a festive note and hand to each child and adult who has been coming regularly to our services a g i f t from the laden tree. These gifts were sent from the friends at Islington, Orange, and Headquarters to help brighten this wonderful season for the folk here. A party, in which all took part, followed, and consisted of bread-rolls and saveloys, cakes and syrup-drinks and sweets, which were provided by the Broken Hill C.E.

The novelty of the afternoon was "a lolly coat," worn by one of the dark men, who gave them a good run before they were able to claim the sweets.

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YOUNG PEOPLE

One little lad summmed it up well, as he peeped at us from behind a tree: " W e had a good party, eh, Mr. Mi lgate!"

—K. Milgate.

A t Saints.—The Christmas Tree was also held on the Saturday before Christmas Day in our new dormitory. Our friend, Mr. Mc-Lachlan, arrived at 3 o'clock, and chaired the meeting. After a few Christmas hymns, a recitation by Margaret McLachlan, and short story, Father Christmas arrived, much to the merriment of the children There were 23 adults and 53 children present. Al l received gifts from the Tree, and each child a packet of sweets. A party tea, served by the mothers, followed.

There was great excitement as the children prepared for bed on Christmas Eve. Each child, with utmost care, placed a shoe or sock on the end of the bed, so that Father Christmas would know where they slept, should he pass this way again.

He d id ! Long before 5 a.m., the children were about, with their toys and other gifts. Some

of these gifts came from mothers, sisters or brothers, who were away at work, and horses, tanks and planes were trundling along the verandahs.

— M . Shankelton.

SUNSHINE AND SHOWERS

AT HERBERTON.

"Oh , Mrs Weston, doesn't it look pret ty?"

This remark was passed by Isabel, aged 8 years, when she saw all the coloured streamers and flowers adorning the white tablecloth.

This year, gifts from the Lord's own made it possible for us to give our dear people a "sit-down" Xmas tea.

Most of the decorating was done by myself, with the help of one of the girls, but I must admit that I echoed Isabel's remark, especially when the Xmas cake, adorned with "Santa in miniature," was added.

While preparations were being carried on within, outside in the brilliant sunshine a game of cricket was in progress, but all knew by the bank of clouds at the horizon, and the intense heat, that sunshine would be short-lived. When all was in readiness we were startled by a fearsome roaring sound; through the trees we saw a storm raging in the town. Later we had our share, and what a downpour it was—cooling and refreshing, and life-giving.

Although the raging storm made speaking rather difficult, the glad Xmas message was given.

It was our intention to place a g i f t on each plate, but as there were more people than gifts we had to postpone that happy event until another day.

— E . Weston.


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THE REPORTS FROM OUR STATIONS

QUEENSLAND

BRISBANE'S CHRISTMAS TREAT.

Saturday, 2nd December, proved a happy day for the dark folk of Brisbane; an enjoyable time, in the form of a Xmas treat arranged by the City workers and interested friends, was spent.

The gathering began at 2.45, with community singing from Sankey's Hymnal.

Two highlights of the early portion of the gathering were the messages in song very feelingly rendered by Miss West, and the talk given by Mr. J. F. Sullivan, who was introduced as the people's friend; great interest was manifested in his mes-sage, taken from four little words—SO (loved), H O (everyone), N O (condemnation), S O (ye). The talk took the form of a Bible Quiz, and it was very evident that his message was from the lips of one sent by God.

After the message, the day's Bible Reading— Ps. 23—was given a practical illustration by the City Worker leading the dark folk to the good things provided, whilst other helpers took the place of Goodness and Mercy (the shepherd's dogs) to bring up the stragglers and see that not one went •stray.

Over 40 sat down to partake of the Xmas Feast, which was arranged on three tables; after the Xmas cake was cut and distributed and the food well disposed of, the children filed out one by one, followed by the adults, each receiving a suitable gift as they went by. "Jumping Kangaroos" held the interest of the children, and afterwards one found its way home to each family represented.

At the close of the gathering Mrs. Maeliar, on behalf of the coloured folk, expressed their appreciation of all that was done for them, and It is quite certain that each and everyone who contributed to make the day a success were well rewarded for their efforts.

—(Mrs.) A. E. McPhail.

N O R M A N T O N . Bush People in for Christmas.

Christmas is almost on us now, and our people are beginning to come in from the stations and from droving trips. Nearly every week we see a new face among those in the church, and a new name is learned. W e have been specially happy to welcome to our midst several people from Fish-hole, Delta Station. These are real bush people, speaking and understanding very little English, and knowing practically nothing of the Gospel message. It is such a joy and privilege to welcome them and give them the message of Salvation. Five of the children have been at school and have learned to use a pencil, probably something they haven't used before. They are trying to learn the choruses and join in singing, though many words are new to them.

School finishes this week, and then will come the Christsmas Treat. The children are very excited.

The rains have begun here. So far odd storms have brought some rain, and now it seems to have settled in for a while. W e praise God for this answer to prayer.

—Florence M. Rosan.

BOUNTIFUL PROVISION AT WOORABINDA. Much praise has been voiced to our gracious

Heavenly Father for the many lovely things which adorned the Christmas Tree yesterday, 17th December.

Friends from far and near, even oversees and at the battle front, were used by the Lord to make this bountiful provision. All would have felt amply repaid to have seen the happy faces of the children and their relatives as they came forward to receive the gifts.

Those present included the Matron of the Settlement, also the School Master and his wife.

Bright choruses and old Christmas carols were rendered by the children, who were packed into as small a space as possible near the Tree! All were reminded of God's greatest gift in the Person of His Son Jesus Christ, born at Bethlehem, to be the Saviour of men.

Miss Carten is on the eve of leaving to spend a holiday with her home folks in Grafton, N.S.W.,


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and our friend, Miss Lydia Foster, has come to help me in the work during her school's vacation.

The old watch-cries of the Israelite nation are ours to-day — "Ebenezer," "Jehovah Jireh," "Hallelujah!"

—F. M. Beasley. HAPPY DAYS AT CHERBOURG.

Friday, 21st December, was the day chosen to hold our Christmas function. Miss Rita Smith, from Ipswich, and I enjoyed ourselves sorting out toys, books, bookmarks, etc., for the Cherbourg children. Money was also sent and given to help make Christmas a happy one. We do thank one and all who helped in any way.

Phebe, the car, had had two trips, laden with gifts to the Settlement. Just before we left on our final tr ip, a thunderstorm broke and held us up for a while at the Mission House, but on our arrival at Cherbourg we were greeted by cheers. The children were all there, from tiny babies to our biggest boys and girls and all enjoyed raspberry syrup and eatables, each child receiving his or her gif t .

Our Native Sunday School teachers were a big help, and we gave thanks to our Lord for His wonderful provision for our Cherbourg boys and girls.

The services over Christmas were well attended. On Christmas Eve we had open-air meetings around the camp, and in front of the hospital. The Christmas hymns were enjoyed by all.

Our brother, Warry Phillips, who has been so ill, was allowed to spend Christmas Day with his loved ones at home. We praise God for his restoration.

Miss Smith, who has helped before in the work here, and who was transferred to Ipswich some months ago, received a very warm welcome back. She is staying with us and helping us during her Christmas holidays.

— M . Bowen. SANTA CLAUS VISITS EIDSVOLD.

All roads led to the Mission House on the Saturday before Christmas Day. Activities started at a very early hour for the Missionary and willing helpers. Mr. Beezley brought us a very fine pine tree, which was securely "planted' in the ground, and he also erected a large tent, which proved such a comfort and blessing.

It was indeed a delightful picnic. W e were again indebted to Mrs. W . Schafer for the huge Christmas cake and all the other good things she had made.

If our dear friends of the Arncliffe Y.P. and J.C.E. could have seen our gaily decorated Tree and witnessed the delight of the children, they

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And that, \nowing the time, that now it is high time to awa\e out of sleep; for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand—let us, therefore, cast off the wor\s of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. Let us walli honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. But put ye on the Lord ]esus Christ, and ma\e not provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof.—Romans 13:11-14.

would feel well repaid for the lovejy gifts they sent. May God bless- them and other generous givers also.

Santa Claus truly looked awe-inspiring as he came in our midst soon after tea; excitement was intense and for the next half-hour presents were being handed out on all sides. Games and races followed, and then in the cool of the evening we sat on the grass and sang choruses, which I know all sang from grateful hearts. Including visitors, 105 had gathered for the Christmas picnic, and a generous offering of £2 was handed in for our church building fund.

Opportunity was taken to welcome into our circle Mr. and Mrs. Randel Hamilton as Associate Workers. May God bless to them the fellowship of the A. I .M.

We give grateful thanks to God for sparing to us little Frederick Chapman, who has been very ill for some months in the hospital.

All praise to Him Who has led us hitherto and will surely keep us through 1945 and "while He • . i i

tarries. — N . S. Bellinger.

South Australia A FEAST OF G O O D THINGS AT SAINTS.

Christmas festivities are just over, and what a happy time it has been!

Numbers seemed small this year, and we missed those who have returned to their homes in the North.

Some of our people who came from Balaklava stayed at the Home for the week-end, making our family 50 all to ld.

Christmas service was held at 9.45 a.m. Al l our people now residing at Saints attended, 64 of us gathering in our little meeting room to honour and worship our Lord Jesus Christ. It was a lovely meeting, followed by a Communion service.


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Amidst all the festivities, which were enjoyed to the full, He Whose birthday we celebrated was not forgotten. He was truly acknowledged and frequently spoken of during the day.

A grand feast was provided for both dinner and tea. Our Heavenly Father provided bountifully, even in luxuries, through His servants and stewards. Praise His Name.

The Port Adelaide C.E. Union, through their President, Pastor Samuels, sent a beautiful 12 lb. Xmas cake, and two large boxes of sweets.

For these, and all other gifts, for the table, Tree and Christmas stockings, we would thank our many friends.

— M . Shankelton.

New South Wales BARMAH AND CUMMERAGUNJA.

W e have to report much "coming and going" among the people, and also with the Missionaries. This is the season when the majority of our able-bodied families move over to Shepparton and Mooroopna for the fruit-picking and cannery work.

On the 19th November we welcomed Miss M. Spohn as a new worker to the f ield; then we said farewell to Miss Presnell as she laid down the reins of management to go for a much needed furlough. W e do pray she may be refreshed and restored to health and strength among her "ain folk" in Tasmania.

On December 3rd we welcomed Miss Cavanagh as she came to take charge of the work here, and do ask she may be upheld in prayer in this work.

After introducing Miss Cavanagh to the people, Miss Clough also went to her home for a short interval.

On 20th November Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Muir suffered a sad bereavement by the sudden passing on of their elder son, Charlie, aged 22 years. Mr. Austin conducted a short helpful service of remembrance in the Cummeragunja Church, and Mr. S. James, of Mooroopna, read the service at the graveside. W e pray Mr. and Mrs. Muir and Tom may be strengthened and encouraged in the confident hope, knowing it is only "t i l l He comes."

This station, too, is experiencing the rigors of the dry season, and the boisterous weather makes the river crossing difficult; however, the witness is maintained, showing "the Lord is in the midst of thee."

-B. Clough.

A NEW YEAR'S PROMISE.

Another year I enter, Its history unknown;

Oh, how my feet would tremble To tread Its paths alone!

But I have heard a whisper, I know I shall be blest;

"My presence shall go with thee, And I will give thee rest ."

W h a t will the New Year bring m e ?

I may not, mus t not know; Will i t be love and rap ture ,

Or loneliness and woe Hush! Hush! I hear His whisper, I surely shall be blest:

"My presence shall go with thee, And I will give thee rest ."

—Author Unknown.

BOGGABILLA.

December has been a busy month, but one in which we proved the Lord's continual power to bless and sustain. W e praise Him for all who have upheld us so faithfully at the Throne of Grace this year, and supported us so loyally in material ways. Our Lord truly gives with a lavish hand.

During 4th-13th December I visited the people at Bungunya for the first time, and Talwood, in Queensland, and Boomi, Weemelah, Mungindi and Moree, in N.S.W., giving out little presents at the first four places. A t Talwood one young man made a decision, and an enquiry came from another, while at Boomi six children (three of whom were white) accepted the Lord. I did not have the usual Christmas Treat at Mungindj, as Sister M. Wynter had kindly volunteered to give out little presents at Christmas time. In addition to her, Mrs. Pucky has agreed to hold Sunday School, which (D.V.) will be conducted fortnightly in future. I was much encouraged by a large attendance at the service held there, although few attended my "River-bank Sunday School."

There was also a good service at Moree on the Sunday; on the following day I held a Christmas Tree for the people on the East Camp and "Soapy Row," and on the following day held a picnic with the valued assistance of the Salvation Army, for the people of the Middle Camp and Reserve.

On the following Friday, back at Boggabilla, we had the joy of seeing four accept the Lord, and six return to Him after the open-air meeting. Following that we had a Bible-object competition at the Christian Endeavour meeting. Most of the objects were of good standard, a portrayal of


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"The Wonderful Haul of Fish" by a senior boy being particularly so. On the following day we held a A .A .M.M, stall, at which over £2 was realised, on behalf of our three College students. On the following Thursday the A .A .M.M, closed its year with a happy little social for the members.

On the 20th our friend, Miss T. A. Clark, arrived, and we are now enjoying a blessed time of fellowship with her.

We held our Christmas function on the Saturday before Christmas. The Tree, which was on the verandah of our cottage, had up till now been screened by a curtain, but was now revealed, and the presents given out. We would like to thank all those who gave so generously to provide such a large collection of presents. On Christmas Eve we sang carols at three different points on the Reserve, commencing at the Manager's house. The latter expressed appreciation of the singing, and kindly invited us in to supper.

On Christmas Day we gathered around the Lord's table, and also held a service in the evening, at which Miss Clark spoke.

— L . W . Watson. CONDOBOLIN.

Peaceable Fruit.

No chastisement seemeth . . . to be joyous, but grievous, nevertheless, afterward it yieldeth peaceable fruit . . .

1944 is almost gone, and ere these notes are read, will belong to the past, and a new year, with new opportunities and possibilities, will be with us. Perhaps not many would recall the dying year if they could. It has been a time of stress and strain to the nation, and to individuals.

One of our dark men said it seems to him that everyone is afflicted these times, and, in fact, the whole world is suffering affliction. We can scarcely wonder that i t should be so when the world at large is so far astray from God's way as revealed in His word. But for the Christian, "All 's well" rings out through the murky darkness. "The morning cometh," "Peaceable Fruit" is maturing.

The past month has been a full one, containing as i t did, two special events in the shape of S.S. Anniversary and Christmas Tree. Wi th the willing assistance of local church workers, including Mrs. Carey, of the Presbyterian S.S., Major Sayer, of the Salvation Army, and Rev. Quarmby, of the Methodist Church, the Sunday afternoon and evening and Monday night meetings passed off very well, as also did the Sunday morning, when Miss L Davis gave a helpful blackboard talk on the two ways—showing how gambling, stealing, lies, etc., are big features of the broad way.

Much ingenuity and time of various willing workers were put into making and repairing the many attractive books for prizes and gifts to the 80 scholars of the three Sunday Schools; and advice as to how to use and keep the helpful and beautifully illustrated little books was impressed on the little minds.

The Christmas Tree was a great time for the little folk again, and the bigger ones and the mothers, and even the fathers, also received some tangible reminder of God's great love gif t to us all.

The Church accommodation was taxed, as about 100 crowded in to see and receive the gifts provided from many different places by God's dear people, some coming just in time from as far as Gippsland, in Victoria, where a little bush Sunday School faithfully helps year by year in this way.

So one year of service ends and another begins, and thanks ascend for mercies received and to come, an instalment of the latter in our S.S. is a promise of 10/- for the purchase of a prize for best attendance in 1945.

Let us all pray and work that i t may be a great year of progress in our whole Harvest Field.

— A . C. Goulter. PEAK HILL.

"For God so loved the world . . ." A t this Christmas time we have been rejoicing

in God's Love-gift to this weary, sick world— Jesus Christ, the Saviour.

To mark the joyful season we had the usual Christmas Tree, which was very beautifully decorated by the women, and laden with beautiful gifts for which we are very grateful to the many young people who contributed. The gifts were given out by Mrs. Bennett.

Our Christmas service was a blessing to all, with a goodly number present, including a few white visitors. During the message, which was based upon the Christmas story, the children sang four carols and a chorus, each item illustrating the various incidents.

Our people need your prayers in the future, as we each one press on with the Lord in the New Year. We thank you for your help in the past.

—Wesley R. Caddy. MENINDEE.

Wi th much joy and praise to our Heavenly Father, I am able to report that the men's meeting commenced last night, December 26, as we hoped i t would.


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I rang the first bell and soon after Ben came up, and was the first to arrive. Shortly afterwards numbers increased, and there was a grand total of ten of the men present—young and old. Wi th the Lord's help and guidance, I hope to continue these meetings, and so be able to reach some of the men who otherwise do not come to the services. There are plenty of young men here, and much to be done among them, so we ask prayer on our behalf that we might be the means of bringing them to Christ, Who can save and keep them from sin.

The first man mentioned, a fortnight before knocked timidly at the door of the Mission House, and when we went out we found a full-blooded Native, originally from the Northern Territory, standing there. When asked if he wanted anything he said, "Yes, I want to be a Christian." W e brought him in and dealt with him, and we feel sure that he has entered into life.

—K. Milgate.

BALRANALD.

"Thanks be unto our God, our Guide, Counsellor and Friend."

Looking back over the year our hearts are filled with thanksgiving to God. His mercies are more than we can number. His eyes have been upon the land from the beginning even unto the end of the year. Sometimes the hills have seemed too steep, the way too hard, but God has brought us safely through difficulties, sorrow, defeat and heat and dust. One Christian, almost defeated, has won through to victory.

We thank all our friends who helped us during the year, in prayer and financial assistance, for the gifts of books, periodicals and tracts, some sent anonymously, some clothing and handbags, and for cottons and materials, sent by Y .W.M. Some pieces were made into tiny trousers for boys from 18 months to 8 years, and skirts for girls from 2 to 4 years, whilst others were used in making coloured balls. We thank the C.E. Societies from several churches and S.G.M.N.'s, who sent so many pretty and useful toys for boys and girls.

In the midst of heat and dust and blackouts, our cry was to God for a cool, clear, bright day. He answered and gave us a good day for the children's treat. Af ter five years of war, the tree was plentifully decorated with yellow ducks, green fish, and striped dogs, also many coloured balls, as well as books, games, handbaqs and some clothing. A black crocodile, beautifully and wonderfully made from cotton reels, was a great suc

cess. Our children called it a "goana." It ran well that day.

Bigger children put fresh bushes on the shelter. A large tree was planted and church seats carried outside. When all was ready, parents gathered. Christmas hymns were sung and the old story of Christ's birth told again.

The happy afternoon finished with sandwiches, cakes, tea and cool drinks.

The evening services have been well attended of late, though the morning meeting is small. W e commence another year trusting in the promise that God's word shall not return void.

— W . Ayl ing. DUBBO-TALBRAGAR.

As we enter this New Year, I do want to sound a praise note to God for His Wonderful Love, His dealings with me, and for His care and provision. A "thank you" to all who have upheld the work in prayer and interest in various ways.

W e have been saddened this last month in the loss of our helper and friend and associate worker, Mrs. Warren, of Narromine. She passed away suddenly on December 18. It is a loss to the Mission and to myself personally. She, we know, is triumphantly with the Lord.

The Dubbo gifts were hung on the branches of a peach tree in the Missionary's garden. Gathered around in the shade of other fruit trees were 90 children and 23 adults. Rev. Mr. Whiteman, of the Methodist Church, was our chairman, and speaker also in the service which preceded the tea and gi f t distribution.

While tea was being served outside, Santa Claus had a cup of tea inside, and then he came out ringing his bell. The children were greatly excited when they saw him. They received nice presents, and all the mothers also received small gifts, and all were grateful to those who helped to provide them.

— F . Abbo t t . DARLINGTON POINT.

The children were very excited when it became known that there would be a Christmas Tree and a tea party in the little church on December 19. The parcels arrived early, and there were lovely little gifts for over 40 children and a little gi f t for each of the adults as well. The day before the great event, one of the young women called with some goods for the feast, and stayed to help tie up the gifts. I was glad of her help and she thoroughly enjoyed it, although it meant being bound down to secrecy! She proved a very efficient helper. On arrival at the church next day, we found a nice little tree planted on the platform,


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and soon it began to look very pretty with all the bright packets, books, toys, parcels and gay decorations, and in the little room attached to the church everything was in preparation for the party. The women, with Mr. Charles's help, had been early at work cutting sandwiches, etc., and at 4 p.m., all was in readiness. The bell was rung and the doors opened, and the happy little children filed in, followed by the adults, and soon every seat was occupied, and a few minutes were allowed for them to admire and conjure up visions of what might be coming to them from that wonderful tree. Then followed a nice little programme and service of thanksgiving, and the happy moment arrived when the gifts were cut down and handed to the children. Af ter the children's gifts were distributed, two little girls came forward and carried a gif t to each of the women present, and two little boys took gifts to each of the men.

There was a spirit of satisfied happiness, and one mother said she felt like "Father Christmas," going home with her pram packed with her.children's gifts. Then the young women came with trays of glass cups filled with raspberry syrup, and the feast began, and later tea was served to the adults. There was something very "more-ish" about that tea, made from the Murrumbidgee River water. The feast was greatly enjoyed, and finally two of the bigger boys (willing messengers) arrived with five dozen ice blocks. This was a lovely wind-up to a very happy Christmas party.

The following Sunday we held our special Christmas services, and finally a service on Christmas night, and our thoughts were carried back to the stable, the manger and the Babe of Bethlehem, and the wonder of i t all, and our hearts rejoiced that "The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us," and "that the people that walked in darkness have seen a great l ight."

— M . Campbell.

Northern Territory The opening up again of closed doors in vul-

nerable parts of Australia because of the military situation does not now seem a far-off hope. The Military, who have been in full control of the Northern Territory, are passing over the control of the hospitals, which they had assumed, to the civil authorities, and other changes are taking place.

The hospital compound for Aborigines, set up by the Army as a wing of the Tennant Creek Hospital, has been closed. The numbers had dwindled and the remaining patients were dispersed; 26

were sent North, a dozen or so drafted to our Mission centre, where the Doctor will visit them weekly, and two cases of T.B. were sent to Alice Springs, one of them, Mick, a member of our Darwin A. I .M. Church.

Staff-Sergeant Harvey has done a far-reaching work for the Lord in preaching the Gospel in its simplicity to the many patients who have passed through the Compound, and in teaching many to read the Word of God .

Mr. Colley and Mr. and Mrs. Davy are engaged in the work at our Mission Centre at Tennant Creek. They rejoiced in a fine downfall of rain in early December, which relieved the situation greatly. The Native Affairs Branch contemplates the removal of all the Tennant Creek people to a much better locality, where water will be always available, and other facilities and amenities, which will greatly improve the conditions of living.

Mr. and Mrs. W . A. Long, at the request of the M.A.B., went to the compound prior to the dispersal of patients. Since then, while they have kept in touch with the workers at the Mission, Mr. Long has been engaged on preparations, especially the completion of his caravan, in order to go north to Katherine to re-open our work in that area.

For each place and each Missionary we covet more and more prayer, for the enemy is active and his forces strong, as he gathers them to contest the ground he has held with undisputed sway for so long.

Let us pray, remembering that the Captain of the Lord's host has never lost a battle, and we are MORE than conquerors through Him that loved us.

NORMANTON. N. QUEENSLAND. W e do indeed praise the Lord for the abundant

supply of gifts, etc. Both for ourselves and our people. What a joy we find in undoing the parcels! Some of our girls and boys did so much want a pencil box, and, praise the Lord, several came in one parcel. Mist Rosan also received e parcel of gifts in which were some dolls, so each of our girls received a coveted doll.

Then we had a lovely surprise when the minister from Boonah Baptist Church wrote to me and enclosed a gif t of £8 /10 / - to use as we wished for ourselves and the people, with gifts of groceries for ourselves and some beautiful toys for our children.

W e were busy, as were all our co-workers, gett ing gifts ready for the tree. Quite a number of the townsfolk paid us visits to see the beautiful array of gifts, and our girls and boys were the

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OUR STANDARD BEARERS

Miss PRESNELL is enjoying rest at Oatlands, Tasmania, where the weather is cool, the air free from dust, and everything around is green and fresh.

Miss CAMPBELL, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Charles, Native Workers, went across to Narrandera to the Christmas Tree, given by Miss Rich and her friends to the people, amongst whom they have laboured.

Mr. J O H N QUINN, Native Worker, of Pilliga, N.S.W., paid a brief visit to Sydney early in the year. It was occasioned by our brother bringing down a sick man to Prince Alfred Hospital.

Miss ABBOTT attended the Katoomba Convention this year, being included in the P.S.S.M. House Party.

Mrs. H. WILSON passed through Sydney and Newcastle just before Christmas on the way home from a holiday at Forster.

A cablegram has been received from Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Long, U.S.A., indicating that their passports, etc., are now approved, and that they will come to Australia in the first available ship. Our papers tell us of the acute shipping shortage and of the many in U.S.A. awaiting transport to Australia, but we know "Our God is Able," and we trust Him to make passages available to them and bring them safely to Australia.

Collingwood Free Breakfast Mission sent a donation of £7 from their Sunday School instead of gifts of toys, etc., this year. Our Council in Hobart, at its annual meeting, which takes the form of a gift evening for Christmas, also forwarded £7 as a contribution towards festivities on our Stations.

Miss CLOUGH went home to Lake Charm to gather some of her goods before coming on to Sydney at an early date.

Miss D INHAM had the pleasure of a visit from her brother, who was in Adelaide. He spent Christmas Day with her at Saints, and entered heartily into all the festivities.

Mr. KEN MILGATE has succeeded, with the help of Mr. Shi-nar, in completing the laying of the pipes and setting up of the tank, etc., for the water supply to the Mission House, Menindee. Mrs. Milgate writes of the great benefit i t is to have the water laid on to the house, and every time they turn on the tap they give thanks to God and think of the former fellow-workers who had not this comfort.

ANONYMOUS DONATIONS.

Gratefully acknowledged: 10/-received at A. I .M. Office, 22nd December, 1944; £1, Melbourne postmark, received by Mr. Robbins.

I want to scale the utmost height, And catch a gleam of glory

bright, But still I'll pray till Heaven I've

found, Lord, lead me on to higher

ground.

PAID THROUGH MISS W. H A L E : 17/6.

PAID T H R O U G H MISS W E A T H E R H E A D : f4 /12 '6 .

PAID THROUGH Mrs. E. BUTT: £2.

OUR AIM Subscription: 2/6 per annum

(Payable in advance).

"'OUR A I M " Manager:

Miss V. Morgan, 21 I Concord Road,

Nor th Strathfield, N.S.W. Victorian Agent: Mr. H. L. Darch,

Esplanade, Altona, W I 8 . South Australian Agent: Mrs.

Houston, 6 Arthur St., Prospect. Queensland Agent: Mrs. Elms,

Cotton Street, Shorncliffe, NE7. West Australian Agent: Mrs. Win

grove, Cr. Edinboro' and Robert Street, Osborne Park.

Tasmanian Agents: Door of Faith Library, 96 Bathurst Street, Hobart. Miss J . Ride, 25 Racecourse Crescent, Launceston.

Agent for Great Britain: Mr. W . Barrett, 28 The Dale, Sheffield 8, England.

"OUR AIM" SUBSCRIPTIONS. Received from Dec. 9 to 30, 1944.

MISSES: H.J.E., CD. , M.B., A.C., E.C.C., G.R., C., B.A.M., 2/6 each. S.L., C., W., 5/ - each. L., 2 / - .

MESDAMES: V.J., A.P., J.McK., H.N.C.H., L.E., F.M.G., A.T., M.P., E.L., G., 2/6 each. R., E.K., 3 / - each. W.S., 2/6 (don. 5/-) , M.G., N., 4 / - each. B.K., 3 / - (don. 7/-) , CD. , 2/-. W.A.L., 12/6. E.S., 10/6.

MESSRS.: N., H.P., W.B., 2/6 each. D.D., 10/6. G.A., 4/- . L.W., 1/6.

PAID THROUGH Mrs. ELMS: C.T., E.B., C , W.L., O.M.O., L.D., M.J.A., M.H., E.W., W.D., 2/6 ea. O.C.B., 2 / - . R.M.H., 12/6. H.M., 5/- .

PAID THROUGH MISS MATH E W S : D.P., J.G., I.C., D.S., E.A.M., 2/6 each.

PAID THROUGH Mr. DARCH: A.M.S., J.C., W.T.K., S., G.A., C , A.R.F., 2/6 each. G.O., 6/-. E.M.C., 4/- . O.B., M.T., 3 / - each. E.M.S., 5/- . S.B., 2/6 (don. 7/6).

PAID THROUGH Mrs. BELL: £1. (Continued in previous column.)


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RE-BUILDING OF DARLINGTON POINT CHURCH Darlington Point, over 400 miles inland from Sydney, is situated on the Murrumbidgee River, N.S.W.—forty miles west of Narrandera and 21 miles south of Griffith and 7 miles from Willbriggie, the nearest railway station

on the Hay line.

Running parallel with the publication of Treasure in an Earthen Vessel (the story of Bobbie Peters, Native Pastor of Darlington Point), and its first few months of circulation, a blessed work of God has been going forward at Darlington Point.

Miss Campbell was asked in February last to make this place of hallowed memory her centre for a while, and to have Miss Mavis Brown for her probation prior to the letter's marriage to Mr. Ken Milgate. W e asked Miss Campbell also to take in hand the re-building of Bobbie Peters' Church. It had been a lovely little building, but its wall-covering was only bagging, cemented and coloured, with wooden windows and no flooring. It has been a lovely labour of love in 1937, but had deteriorated, and was unfit for use as a House of God, and needed renewal. The timber used was still mostly in good order, and as much as possible of this was left intact, the size and contour remaining unaltered.

Again it involved sacrifice for the men, who had to leave their employment for a while to build and then return to work to earn money for necessities. Mr. Harry Williams came from Narrandera to help, and Mr. Clancy Charles, Native Worker at Darlington Point, did much of the slogging heavy work. Then when all were at their wits' end, Mr. Charlie Runga, the builder of the first church, appeared at Darlington Point, sent by God in answer to prayer. Mr. Runga took over the joinery, the cementing of the floor and platform, and the lining and ceiling of the building, and all other incidental work, being helped by Mr. Charles and others.

Now the building stands as a joy and credit to all. If is well seated (the seats being made by Mr. Williams), and outside it is nicely fenced in. Mr. Charles and Mr. Runga cut 1050 light poles and carried them from the bush in one day, to use as pickets, with the temperature at 109 degrees. The beautiful little thick mottled-glass windows are covered outside with hinged shutters, and the hanging lamps within worked on ingenious pulleys.

Beside the Church stands an entirely new Kindergarten room to be used also by the women for their sewing meetings, etc.

The Church building is now covered with galvanised iron, painted with dark red oxide, picked out with cream. This latter was not quite finished, but soon will be.

Alongside and at the back of this practical work, a blessed spiritual revival took place. Men and women and children were brought into living touch with God . Christians were filled and warmed. Some who had back-slidden were restored, and unsaved ones born again. Evangelistic work was carried on at "the Fruit Area," over 20 miles away. The Women's Branch of the A .A .M.M, met weekly, and made a beautiful variety of 41 lovely little garments, dresses, rompers, shirts and trousers for Tennant Creek, two patchwork quilts, eleven pot holders, and five handkerchiefs. These we asked them to place on display at the opening ceremonies. They also provided very nice maroon curtains to hang each side of the platform.

Truly a splendid nine months' work culminated on the Church opening day, and we could not but think that the story of Bobbie Peters, the hunchback Native Pastor, had stirred many readers to pray for Darlington Point, and that God had answered, and one and all ascribed all glory to the One Who is our "Saviour and a Great One." THE OPENING.

Saturday, November 25, was set as the opening day of the Darlington Point re-built Church. The Director had been invited down for the opening ceremony, and special prayer arose to God that sufficient strength might be given her to do so, and the Lord gave it.

Other visitors were Sister Rich and Miss Beryl Smith, from Narrandera, and Mr. and Mrs. Victor Robb and their little family from Wyvern Station.

A t 3.30 an introductory service was held outside and as Mr. Charlie Runga handed Mrs. Long the key, Mr. Clancy Charles read Psalm 126, and as she placed it in the lock, Mr. Jim Wickey read Psalm 122.

In the service inside the Church Mr. Robb took part, reading Psalm 100, and Miss B. Smith part of Solomon's dedicatory prayer. Mr. John Swift (blind), Native Worker, sang with deep feeling and clear musical enunciation, "Thou my everlasting portion," and the C.E. members rendered a


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specially prepared item. Miss Campbell read greetings from several friends, and then gave an address, telling of the building of the Church, all the loving labour bestowed and the full provision of all the money required, giving thanks to God for the wonderful way He had answered prayer. Sister Rich gave a greeting from Narrandera, and spoke of her great pleasure at being present and her delight in the lovely little building, especially the interior.

Mr. Runga also gave a short address, re-affirming his ready acceptance of an offer the day before to the Director that he go to other places as a helper or Church Builder for the Mission. Mrs. Long then gave the dedicatory address, choosing "The Lord loveth a cheerful giver" as her subject, and led through to the dedication of our all to the Lord Jesus, then in prayer presented the building and all it contained, and all the service rendered, to the Lord for His use and service, and then asked for silent prayer, in which all were called to present themselves afresh as a living sacrifice to God .

Following this memorable service, our women served a bounteous tea, at which a much-appreciated gift of four dozen glass cups and saucers, from the Leichhardt Congregational Church, was well in evidence.

A HAPPY EVENING.

Mrs. Long again presided over a most enjoyable evening session, during which a number of vocal items were rendered, which were interspersed with a description of the people and work in the N.T., given by the Director, and Mr. Clancy Charles addressed the children. Then, after supper, prepared and served by our women, the people remained and sang the Songs of Zion for a considerable time, as an expression of their joy in the day the Lord had made.

(Continued from page 11.) envy of many white children, as it is so hard to get gifts up this way. It seemed as though our parcels would be held up, as the plane crashed the week before Christmas. However, the rail motor picked up the goods and mail, our parcels among them, and they reached us on the Friday before Christmas.

W e had several invitations from the folk in town to spend Christmas Day with them; as the Matron of the hospital had asked us first we had our dinner there and had a very happy t ime. Our early morning meeting on Christmas Day at the camp was quite nice. Such a number are here

A MEMORABLE SUNDAY.

The Rev. A . V. Pearson arranged for his service in the Baptist Church at Griffith and came out (2 I miles) to Darlington Point, to conduct a baptismal service in the Murrumbidgee, and the morning service which followed. The three candidates, Mr. and Mrs. H. Gowans and their grandson, Jim Wic-key, were all converted during the progress of the Church building.

Mr. Pearson's ministry was most helpful and brotherly, and his sermon on I Thess. 1:8 will long be remembered. We could not imagine a more suitable message to our people, or any people, on such an occasion.

The Communion Service, conducted by Mr. Pearson, at the close, was a delightful season around the table of the Lord. The three who were baptised were received into Church membership by the Director.

The afternoon Sunday School was made an open meeting, and was conducted by Miss Campbell, Sister Rich and Miss Smith. Mrs. Long rested, as her strength is still limited since her accident.

A prayer meeting followed the Y.P. service, and then an evening gospel service, taken by the Director, in which the Holy Spirit's presence was real, brought a blessed series of meetings to a close.

The next day a very intimate little meeting discussed the ways in which the evangelisation of people could be helped forward by the Church at Darlington Point, all present being very conscious of the responsibility devolving upon them. Prayer, which Mrs. Long was assured was always rising for her, would be more earnest than ever. Mr. and Mrs. Charles gave her assuring messages from God's word, and a hurried farewell had to be taken, as every minute had been used, and soon the train was due at Wil lbr iggie, seven miles away.

now, and tents are erected in all directions.

On Christmas night Mr. and Mrs. Skinner, the local Protector and his wife, and Matron McRob-erts came and had tea with us and were shown the lovely gifts. They thought them very beautiful, and were amazed at such a large collection. W e decided to have one of our lovely shady mango trees decorated with streamers and toys and use the other three mango trees as a shelter for the people. Our neighbour loaned us a huge tent fly, and our girls and boys were able to sit under i t .

— S . Williams.


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Aborigines Inland Mission of Australia Headquarters: 242 PITT STREET, SYDNEY, N.S.W., AUSTRALIA. M A 2078

FEDERAL ADVISORY COUNCIL, SYDNEY, N.S.W.—Meets 1st Monday of each month: President, The Director; Vice-Presidents, Messrs. W. E. Porter, M.A., L. Scott; Hon. Secretary, Miss F. Swane; Hon. Treasurer,

Mr. A. L. Perry; Rev. A. L. Leeder; Messrs. N. M. Leeder, B.A.; R. J. 1 lender son, W D. Smith; G. Blacket, J. A. Evans, W. Hufton, R. Hind, Mrs. Small and Miss Spencer; Medical Adviser, Dr. A. M. Mcintosh and Dr. A. C. Crisp.

QUEENSLAND ADVISORY EXECUTIVE: Hon. Secretary. Mr. G. E. Lean, Deloraine Street. Wavell Heights. N.E.3 ('Phone: MY 6708) ; Hon. Treasurer. Miss E. Under

wood. The Pharmacy, Lutwyche; Mrs. G. Lean and Rev. A. T. Whale.

VICTORIAN ADVISORY COUNCIL: President- Rev. G. F. Dyson; Vice-President, Rev. G. McLaren; Hon. Secretary, Mr. W. W. Robinson, 52 Price St., Essendon,

W.5; Hon. Treasurer, Mr. J. Leitch; Messrs. H. L. Darch, W. L. Stirling and R. Rosan; Mrs. Stoneham and Miss V. Robinson.

TASMANIAN ADVISORY C O U N C I L — Meets 2nd Monday of each month: President, Rev. J. H. Price; Vice-Presidents, Rev. E. Roberts Thomson, Mr. R. C. Procter; Hon. Secretary,

Hon. Treasurer, Mr. and Mrs. Tate; and Miss D. Allen.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA: ADELAIDE AUXILIARY: President, Mr. Wichert (Phone: M 7691); Vice-President, Rev. A H. Betteridge; Acting Secretary

and Treasurer, Mrs. M. Tate, Smith-Dorrien St., Galway Estate, S.A.

AUXILIARIES AND THEIR HONORARY SECRETARIES:

NEW SOUTH W A L E S : Sydney Ladies' Auxiliary: Mrs. Seivers, 118 Church St.,

Cabramatta. 4th Wednesday, Bible House. Young Women's Movement: Miss J. Pidcock, A.I.M. Office.

Last Friday, 7.30 p.m., A.I.M. Office. Sydney Men's Fellowship: Mr. T. A. Young, 40 Station

House, Haymarket. 1st Friday, 6 p.m., A.I.M. Office. Newcastle Ladies' Auxiliary; Mrs. W. Gibbins, 178 Mait

land Road, Islington. 4th Wednesday, 2.45 p.m., Islington Baptist Church.

VICTORIA: Melbourne Ladies' Auxiliary: Mrs. Stoneham. Victoria

Street, Sunshine, W.20. Young Women's Movement: Miss H. Davey, 139 Victoria

Parade, Fitzroy, N.6. Ballarat: Mr. J. E. A. Thomas, Smythes Creek P.O. Geelong W.: Mrs. E. Butt, 144 Hope Street.

QUEENSLAND: Brisbane Ladies' Auxiliary: Mrs. Thoday, Venner Road,

Annerley, South Brisbane. Young Women's Movement: Toowoomba: Miss Lamont, 1 I Grenier Street. Kulgun-Kalbar: Mrs. B. Huth. Kulgun. Townsville: Rev. R. Farquhar, 183 Bundock St., West End.

TASMANIA:

Launceston:

WESTERN AUSTRALIA:

Perth: Mrs. A. Wingrove, Cnr. Streets, Osborne Park, Perth.

Edinbore and Robert

OVERSEAS REPRESENTATIVES:

GREAT BRITAIN: Mr. W. Barrett . 23 The Dale, Sheffield, 8. Isle of Man: Miss D. Cubbon, Awyn Beg., Ballafesson,

Port Erin.

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:

Re . E. C. Long, U.S.A.

Grand St., Michigan Center. Michigan,

W e held a short service, which included the singing of Christmas carols, items and two papers by the students on "What Christmas means to me." Then we were able to give each child and grown-up one or more gifts. Some of these were sent from Headquarters, and others came from the Newcastle district. This little ceremony was followed by afternoon tea, which consisted of

sandwiches and the students, kindly donated Ben Bartrop.

On Christmas paid a visit to lege, and many as funny things, pillow-slips on ing.

The Director

cakes made by and soft drinks by Mr. and Mrs.

Eve, Santa Claus

the Training Col-

wonderful, as well

were found in our

Christmas morn-

visited us for a

few days at New Year and we were all helped by her visit.

A t the December Examination, the students gained the following percentages: V. Bartman 80, D. Dennison 78, R. Wright 73, R. Lacey 73. Studies are commencing again on January 8, and we are looking forward to welcoming several new students early in the New Year.

—R. G. Collins.


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A.I.M. FIELD DIRECTORY Headquarters ' Addresses:

Director: Mrs. Retta Long, 62 Johnson Street, Chatswood, N.S.W. Phone: JA 5622.

Miss M. Acland, 8 Hudson Street, Lewisham, N.S.W. Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Harris, Parcel Agents, 274 Mowbray

Road, Chatswood, N.S.W. Mr. and Mrs. G. Blacket (A.Ws.), 5 7 Boulevarde,

Lewisham, N.S.W. Miss B. Clough, A.I.M. Office.

Victorian Deputationists and Parcel Agents: Mr. and Mrs. J. Leitch (A.Ws.), 58 Peel St., Kew, E4, Vic.

NEW SOUTH WALES: PINDIMAR NATIVE WORKERS' TRAINING COLLEGE,

Dalwood, N.S.W., Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Collins and Miss G. Davey.

SINGLETON: KARUAH:

Mr. and Mrs. F. Dates (N.Ws.). Mrs. W. Brown (A.W.), 14 Roslyn Ave., Islington.

WALCHA. Armidale, Uralla, Woolbrook, Kentucky Creek, Ingaiba:

CAROONA: Quirindi, Curlewis: Mr. and Mrs. D. Ferguson (N.Ws.), Pine Ridge, via Quirindi.

LONG GULLY (Tingha), Strathbogie, Ashford, Bundarra: Mr. and Mrs. H. Weymouth, A.I.M., Tingha. Mrs. Blair (N.W.).

BOGGABILLA. Mungindi, Boomi, Toobeah. Tallwood, Nindigully, Neeworra:

Mr. and Mrs. L. Watson, Boggabilla. Mr. John Knox (N.W.). A.I.F., prisoner of war. Mrs. John Knox (N.W.).

MOREE. Terry Hie Hie: PILLIGA:

Mr. John Quinn (N.W.). Mr. and Mrs. W. Naden (N.Ws.).

WALGETT, Quambone, Wee Waa, Narrabri, Bourke, Collarenebri, Angledool:

Mr. and Mrs. WMtehquse (A.Ws.), Fox Street. FINGAL HEAD, Beaudesert ( Q ) , Eurekabah, Tabulam,

Dry Dock, Cudgen, Parry's Estate, Cobaki Road: Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Robbins. Fingal Head, Tweed River. Mrs. and Miss Forbes (A.Ws.), Mrs. J. Paulson (N.W.).

BILLINUDGEL: Mr. L. Browning (N.W.).

NARROMINE, Warren, Dandaloo: Mr Warren, Eureka, Narromine.

DUBBO: Miss F. Abbott. Miss D. Giles (apptd.) , 29 Edwin St.,

Dubbo. TALBRAGAR:

Miss Abbott. PEAK HILL:

Mr. W. Caddy, c /o Mr. C. Bennett, Euchie St., Peak Hill. Mr. and Mrs. C. Bennett ( A . W s ) , Euchie St.. Peak Hill.

BREWARRINA, Dennawan, Weilmoringle, Goodooga: Mr. Herbert Marsh (N.W.).

KATOOMBA: SYDNEY CITY WORK (Redfern-Alexandria):

Miss M. Acland. COWRA. The Rocks, Noonbinna, Goolagong:

Mr. and Mrs. H. Wilson, c /o Erambie Station, West Cowra.

Mr. W. Wilson. Mr. J. Buchanan (A.Ws.) . Mr. J. Simpson (N.W.).

CONDOBOLIN. Euabolong, Murie: Mr. A. C. and Miss E. Goulter, Orange St., Condobolin. Miss A. Goulter (A.W.). Mr. G. Barlow. Mr. C. Grant, A.I.F. (N.Ws.). Mr. and Mrs. G. Cormier (N.Ws.).

MENINDEE. Wilcannia. White Cliffs: Mr. and Mrs. K. Milgate.

BROKEN HILL: Mrs. Harvey (A.W.).

YASS. North Yass, Brungle, Narrandera: Miss E. Tyler. 82 Meehan Street, Yass. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Armstrong (A.Ws.) , Murrumbateman.

PUDMAN: Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Southwell (A.Ws.) .

DARLINCTON POINT, Griffith: Miss M. Campbell. Mr. John Swift and Mr. and Mrs. Clancy Charles

(N.Ws.) . LEETON:

Mr. and Mrs. L. Crant (N.Ws.).

BALRANALD. Moulamein, Lake Boga, Trescoe, Kyalite: Miss W. Ayling, Balranald.

MOONAH CULLAH. Deniliquin, Barham: CUMMERAGUNJA:

Miss A. Cavanagh, Miss M. Spohn.

VICTORIA: BARMAH:

Miss C. Presnell. SHEPPARTON-MOOROOPNA:

Miss Kipping. LAKE BOGA:

Mr. and Mrs. Macnaughton (A.Ws.), The Doon. Lake Boga.

ORBOST: Miss M. Tatlock Brown.

QUEENSLAND: NORMANTON:

Miss S. Williams and Miss F. Rosan. HERBERTON, The Springs, Mareeba, Milanda. Chillago:

Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Weston, Herberton. RAVENSHOE, Millaa Millaa:

Mr. L. Delves (A.W.), and Mr. and Mrs. Weston. PALM ISLAND, Fantome Island, Lazaret:

Mr. and Mrs. E. Buckley, Private Bag, Palm Is., via Townsville.

Deaconess. Mrs. Kyle, W. Corbitt (N.W.). WOORABINDA, Baralaba, Springsure:

Miss F. M. Beasley. Miss L. Carten (N.W.), Perch Creek, via Duaringa.

Paddy Flynn, George Cross (N.Ws.). SAND HILLS (Rockhampton):

Mr. and Mrs. J. Oakrnan ( A . W s ) , Sand Hills. EIDSVOLD, Cracow, Hawkwood, Camboon, Monto, Mun

dubbera: Miss N. Bellinger, Eidsvold.

GAYNDAH, Ban Ban Springs: Mr. Davison and Mr. Rose ( A . W s ) ; Mrs. Scott, Pialba

(A.W.). BIGGENDEN:

Mrs. J. Ruddell (A.W.). CHERBOURG:

Mr. and Mrs. K. Bowen. Box 9, Murgon. Mr. and Mrs. N. Smythe (A.Ws.), Pastor Avery (Chap

lain) . Mrs. Kina, Mrs. Collins, Mr. and Mrs. J. Demlin, Mr.

and Mrs. W. Phillips, W. McKenzie, Mrs. M. Byers (N.Ws.).

MITCHELL, Augathelia, Charleville, St. George, Dirrin-bandi:

Mrs. Jukes (A.W.) . CUNNAMULLA, Tinnenburra: Vacant. BRISBANE CITY WORK, Myora:

Mrs. McPhail and Mrs. Elms (A.Ws.), Frederick Street, Toowong.

NORTHERN TERRITORY: Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Long, Mr. K. Colley, Mr. and Mrs.

J. Davy, Box 25, Tennant Creek. Aboriginal ' Hospital Compound: S/Sgt. B. J. Harvey

(A.W.) NEWCASTLE WATERS:

Mr. and Mrs. I. Thomas. KATHERINE:

Mr. John (A.I.M. Representative). MATARANKA, Pine Creek, Delissaville, Darwin:

(At present untenable) . DARWIN: Mrs. Alice Fejo (N.W.).

SOUTH AUSTRALIA: SAINTS (N.T. Wartime Set t lement) :

Miss M. Shankelton, Miss G. Dinham, Saints, via Balaklava, S.A. 'Phone: 103.

Mrs. R. Gibbons (A.W.), 54 Brunswick St., Walkerville.

On Leave: Miss Ginger, Miss Lawson, Miss Sutton, Mr. R. Peaker (A.I.F.), Miss Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Flood, Miss G. Bailey.

Supernumeries: Miss Crebbin, Miss Barker, Mrs. Whit ridge. Miss Firmin.

Accepted for Service: Rev. and Mrs. E. C. Long,

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