The candidate occupied three fourths of an hour with a statement of personal experience and reasons for entering the ministry.

This he made in a manner so clear, forcible, and satisfactory, that the council felt the need of asking scarcely a question.

To the congregation it was especially impressive, showing how far removed from the religion of forms, to which they have so long been bound, is that faith which works by love.

Three hours were then devoted to an examination of his theological views, and he gave unmistakable evidence of being a man accustomed to think for himself,--one who has well-defined opinions, and is prepared to defend them."[1] [1] _Missionary Herald_ for 1866, p.

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Mr.and Mrs.Walker, having recruited their health in their native land, were once more at their post in Diarbekir.