ney, having made "the Lord their refuge," and arrived in safety at Ummerapoora. They were struck with its magnificence; but, like Paul at Athens, were afflicted on seeing "the city wholly given to idolatry." In the exercise of the influence which their residence in Rangoon had procured them, with their well selected presents prepared, and relying on the good providence of the King of nations, they attempted and obtained an interview with the Burman emperor. The hopes which were raised by the manner in which the "golden head" first addressed them were soon prostrated, and they had to leave the palace, with the assurance that their instructions were not wanted in Burmah. The breth ren becoming convinced that otl:er attempts would, at least for the present, be found unavailing, descended the river, adoring the Power whose footsteps are not known, and assured, nevertheless, of the ultimate triumph of the kingdom of their Lord for, "why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?" why do "the kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together a gainst the Lord, and against his Anointed, saying, Let us break, their bands asunder, and cast away their cords from us? He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh; the Lord shall have them in derision." In view of a scene like this, the primitive disciples offered the prayer, and we are encouraged to adopt it: "And now, Lord, grant unto thy servants that with all boldness they may speak thy word."

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Uncertain whether their continuing at Rangoon were at all practicable, and desirous of securing a place of retreat in case of their be ing ordered from Burmah, it was judged expedient that Mr. Colman and wife should visit the people of Arracan. Here the labours of the Serampore missionaries had already been blessed. The language of

the Arracanese differs little from the Burman, and the contiguity of the country to Burmah inspired the hope that, under the protection of the East India Company, they might still be able to make an impression on the country they might be constrained to leave. Mr. Colman has arrived at Islamabad, or as it is more usually called, Chittagong, and is actively engaged in acquiring the language. Scarcely had this brother sailed, before Mr. Judson was delighted with the discovery, that several Burmans were inquiring the way to heaven. They entreated him not to leave them. He resolved on acquiescing with their wishes, and has had the pleasure of baptizing ten of the natives, nine of whom are men, and among them one, whose talents, and influence, and ardour, inspire the hope that he will become a preacher of the unsearchable riches of Christ.

The consolations of the Christian missionary, like those of the private believer, are often mingled, or succeeded with painful considerations. While rejoicing in this precious accession to the Baptist church in Burmah, brother Judson had the affliction to witness the decaying health of his inestimable partner. It became necessary that he should convey her to Calcutta, for the purpose of procuring medical aid She was placed under the care of Dr. Chalmers, a gentleman eminent in his profession; to whom the Board tender the sentiments of affectionate respect and heartfelt gratitude, Dr. Chalmers often and cheerfully crossed the Hoogly, to visit his patient at Serampore, and notwithstanding his assiduous attentions, generously refused all pecuniary compensation. The God of missions will not suffer such services to lose their reward. Mr. Judson had at first concluded to return alone to the few sheep in the wilderness, leaving Mrs. Judson for a while in the bosom of Christian friendship, and under the shadow

of the wings of an almighty Protector. Her health, however, a little improved; and receiving some encouragement from a medical gentleman in Calcutta, she resolved on accompanying him to Rangoon.

Information has lately been received, that war has broken out between the Burmans and Siamese, and fears have been entertained that the mission may fall a victim amid the popular tumult. The Board cannot discover any rational ground for such apprehensions. The two nations have been engaged in frequent conflicts for many years. In the present instance, it would seem the Burmans are the aggressors, and will have to commence battle out of their own territories; so that Rangoon may be as safe as Ava. Besides, there is reason to hope that the public mind being turned to fields of slaughter, the religion of Jesus may be able to pursue, unobserved, a silent, extended, and triumphant course. It is nothing uncommon in the history of the church, for "the wall" to be built, even in troublous times." Amid scoffing and craft, rumour and menace, the wall of Jerusalem rose in the days of Nehemiah. "And it came to pass," says this distinguished reformer, "that when all our enemies heard thereof, and all the heathen that were about us saw these things, they were much cast down in their own eyes for they perceived that this work was wronght of our GoD." Should Mr. Judson be able to continue at Rangoon, the Board have made provision for his obtaining a printer; so that no obstacles may impede the circulation of the sacred scriptures, and of such religious tracts as may be thought adviseable. They have also had the pleasure of sending out to Calcutta, with a view of his settling in Rangoon, or Chittagong, as circumstances may dictate, Dr. Price, a young brother who, under the patronage of the Board, has pursued a course

of medical studies, and whose whole heart seems engaged in missionary work. Himself, his wife, and infant daughter, have sailed in the Acasta, from Salem, Massachusetts. It is hoped he will prove a blessing to the mission as a physician, and especially as a preacher of the everlasting gospel. The Board are grateful to their brethren in Boston and Salem, who superintended the outfit of Dr. Price and family, a duty which the early sailing of the ship prevented the Board from having fulfilled in Philadelphia. They have heard that Mrs. Wheelock, the widow of the deceased missionary, is married, and resides at Calcutta. On a general review of the station in Burmah, much is seen to excite sympathy and supplication, and much to awaken pleasing expectation and grateful praise.

Prophecy assures us, that "the heathen shall fear the name of the Lord." Its declarations are to be considered, not merely as affording assurance to the anticipations of the servants of God, but as prescribing the duties which it becomes them to discharge. If the nations are to be converted to the Messiah, and converted through human instrumentality, then every prediction relative to the enlargement of the church, involves in it an injunction to holy exertion. In justification of their turning to the Gentiles from the Jews, who judged themselves unworthy of everlasting life, Paul and Barnabas said—" So hath the Lord commanded us, saying, I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvation unto the ends of the earth." Prophecy and injunction were viewed by the apostles as, in a manner, the same. The western, as well as the eastern ends of the earth, have a claim on our pity, our prayers, and our toils. In addition to the numerous channels opened in the providence of God, by Christian benevolence, along which

streams of salvation are flowing, who is not cheered at the sight of the refreshing influence now spreading through the forests of the West? Never, since the first settlement of America, has the condition of our Aborigines presented a prospect of melioration equal to the present. Solitary exertion is no longer employed, as in the days of Eliot, and Edwards, and Brainerd. Whole bands of christian missionaries have gone out to teach the wandering native the arts of civilization and the way to heaven; large societies are formed for their support, and the national government is contributing of its influence and funds to promote the glorious design. The Convention has sought a share in this blessed charity; and the Board have the happiness of announcing, that the stations under the care of the Rev. Mr. Posey and the Rev. Mr. McCoy, the one among the Cherokees, the other in the northeast section of Indiana, are prospering. About 30 Indian children in each of the principal schools, are receiving subsistence and instruction. In addition to these, several associate schools, it is expected, will soon be in operation.

The sums necessary to bring the stations into a state of stability, and to prepare them for useful exertion, have far transcended the expectations of the Board, and, we believe, of the missionaries themselves. This circumstance created some anxiety. The Rev. Mr. Posey has been induced to visit the Board, at its late annual meeting, and state explicitly the unavoidable items which occasion an unexpected expenditure. These, in the case of himself and of the Rev. Mr. M'Coy, the Board have examined with the utmost care. They have also compared the demands of these their missionary brethren, with the demands of other stations under the direction of other Christian societies, and are satisfied that, though great, they are not extravagant or

unnecessary. It will be recollected, that the purchase of improve. ments, the erection of buildings, and the securing of stock, whose increase will supersede the procuring of future similar supplies, are not to be placed to the account of monies that have vanished in the using. On the contrary, they embrace a body of existing property, under the care of the Convention, and sacred to missionary service.

To impart the greater efficiency to the Indian stations, the Board have selected in their respective vicinity, brethren of well known piety and discretion to fulfil the office of superintendents; who, by their counsels may direct the views of the missionaries, and by the voice and hand of encouragement invigorate their efforts. Auxiliaries, at each station, are greatly needed; particularly a miller, a blacksmith, a carpenter, a farmer and others, who would be willing to unite with the families, and consecrate their abilities to the improvement of the Indians, and the promotion of the cause of God among them. Surely, among the thousands of Christians amply qualified for this labour of love, there are those who will cheerfully come forward and supply the lamented deficiency.-To assist in clothing the Cherokee children, a number of ladies in Baltimore have formed themselves into a society. A considerable quantity of garments have been already made and transmitted. It is confidently hoped that other ladies, in different parts of the Union, will imitate their fair and generous example. Several presents of valuable articles have been made to brother Posey, for the use of the Cherokees, both in Philadelphia and Augusta, for which the Board beg leave to tender their grateful acknowledgments. They return their cordial thanks, also, to the benevolent friends who have contributed to the comfort and pros. perity of the station under the di