of ceased brother. During the period that elapsed between his arrival at St. Louis, and that of the Baptist missionaries, frequent opportunities presented uniting in holy worship with the Presbyterians, who then enjoyed occasional preaching in town, which were never unimproved by him. On the arrival of Messrs. Peck and Welch, in 1817, he received them with open arms, and bid them welcome to his hospitable dwelling, until they could procure habitations for themselves; and in all their exertions in that place, Mr. Jacoby was ever found a zealous and faithful friend. He was one of the constituents of the Baptist church in St. Louis; was soon after elected deacon, which office he filled till his death. That church is greatly indebted to his exertions. In attempting to build their house of worship, he stepped forward from the first, and by his personal exertions, and liborality in advancing money, greatly contributed to their success. In the fall of 1820, he removed to St. Charles, but the interest of the church, of which he was a meraber, as well as the cause of Christ in general, still lay near his heart. His disease, (which was the first instance of sickness he ever experienced) was the malignant billious fever, and exhibited alarming symptoms from the first attack. He soon declared an opinion, that he should never recover; and on one occasion, when conversing on the subject, remarked, that were it not for the hope he might be useful to his family, and the church of Christ, he should never desire to be raised from his bed. Much of the time, from the violence of his disease, he was unable to converse, or retain clear ideas on any subject. To the writer of this, who providentially visited, and spent three days by his bed-side, he declared his unshaken conviction in the great truths of the gospel, his interest in the promises, his hopes of future glory; spoke feelingly en the low state of Zion around; ex pressed his anxious desire, that more enlarged and efficient measures might be adopted to supply the destitute settlements with regular preaching, declaring his hopes that God would pour out his Spirit, bless the means, and advance his kingdom. During the latter stage of his disease, for most part of the time be was in a lethargick state,-spoke but little, and died on Sunday morning, ten o'clock, September 15, 1822. His funeral was attended the same day by a very large concourse of the citizens of St. Charles, who testified their respect for the deceased, and their sorrow for the loss society had sustained, by following his remains to the "land of solemn silence." He left a widow and six children to mourn their loss. By this death, the Baptist church of St. Louis has lost one of its main pillars,-society one of its bright ornaments,--the cause of truth and justice, one of its firm supporters,the poor and affiicted, a sympathizing friend,-his amiable widow, a tender and affectionate husband, and his children, an indulgent father, who would have led them in the path of piety and virtue. The cause of missions, Bible Societies, and Sunday schools, found in him a steady and determined supporter. His usefulness was not confined to the church of which he was a member. The Missouri Association, and ecclesiastical councils found him to be one, who, with energy of mind, decision of character, and mildness of manner, could set things in order. Strietly honest in his dealings with all men; industrious in his calling; punctual in his engagements; strict and orderly in business; firm and affectionate in his friendship; his death has left a void in society not easily filled. He died lamented by those who best knew him, and particularly by Messrs. Peck and Welch, to whom he ever proved "a true yoke fellow" But, alas! he is gone! yet we trust, to enjoy that "rest that remaineth for the people of God" Drdinations, &c. On Friday, the 25th of April, brother Samuel D. Street was ordained to the work of the Christian ministry, in the Baptist meeting house at Stoney Point, Lincoln county, Kentucky. The ser vices were opened by elder Thomas Hand, by singing and prayer; the candidate was examined on divinity, by elder John Rice. After the ceremony of ordination, a sermon was delivered by elder John S. Higgens, from 2 Tim. ii. 15. Profound solemnity rested on the congregation. ON Tuesday, April 29th, 1823, the Rev. Charles Blanchard was installed at Shapleigh, Maine, to the pastoral care of the second Baptist church, and society in that place. The Rev. Thomas B. Ripley, of Portland, made the introductory prayer, and preached a very appropriate Sermon, from 1 Tim. vi. 11. The Rev. William Goding, of Shapleigh, gave the charge. The Rev. Zebedee Delano, of Lebanon, gave the right hand of fellowship, and made the concluding prayer. A respectable and crowded assembly manifested a lively interest in the services of the day. On the 14th of May, the Rev. Daniel Stevens was solemnly ordained to the pastoral care of the second Baptist church and Society in China. The services were introduced with prayer, by the Rev. Daniel Ricker, of Freedom, who also preached on the occasion, from 1 Peter, v. 2. "Feed the flock of God which is among you," &c. The ordaining prayer was offered by the Rev. William Allen, of Jefferson. The charge was delivered by the Rev. Coker Mar ble, of Vassalborough; and the right hand of fellowship was presented by the Rev. Jabez Lewis, of China. On Wednesday, 11th of June, Mr. John C. Welch, was ordained over the Baptist church and Society in Warren, R. I. The exercises were unusually solemn and interesting to a large and respectable audience. The introductory prayer was by the Rev. Mr. Borden. Prayer before sermon by Rev. Mr. Gammell. Sermon by the Rev. Daniel Sharp, from 2 Cor. v. 20. Ordaining prayer by the Rev. Dr. Thomas Baldwin. Charge by the Rev. Stephen Gano. Right hand of fellowship given by the Rev. David Benedict. Concluding prayer by the Rev. Silas Hall, Collections and Donations received for Female Schools in Burmaů, by Miş. Judson. Account of Moneys received by the Treasurer of the Baptist Missionary Society of Massachusetts, in March, April, 1823. March 6. By Cash from a friend, per Dea. May and June, 1823. Farwell, 3,00 Dea. Levi Farwell, 10,00 15. do. from Rev. L. Bolles, interest en Mr. Carnish's legacy, Mrs. Prudence Farwell, 10.0 05,67 Mr. E. Hovey, 1,00 April 10. do. interest on Stock, 8,00 Mr. Natban Russell, 1,00 12. do. from female friend, Randolph, 1,00 Mr. Josiah Hovey, 1,00 May 5. do. from Missionary Box, Kennebunk, per Miss Lewis, 2,00 Collection at Meeting-house, 21,58 Mission Bux, 18,42 29. do. of Rev. Mr. Chamberlain, 1,00 80.00 do. from Cambridge Church and do. Rev. William Gammell, 1,00 Society, viz. do. Rev. G. F. Davis, 1,00 Rev. Bela Jacobs, 2,00 de. Mr. Driuk water, 12. 30. do. 52,50 90,00 93,00 46,80 6,67 8288,97 By Cash of Roxbury Church and Society, per Rev. Mr. Elliot, E. LINCOLN, Treas. 1823. Contra. May 26. By amounts paid for Missionary labours. $2820,77 Cr. 1939,90 By Balance on hand to new account, 880,87 The Treasurer of the Evangelical Tract Society lias received from females in Hanson, ten dollars, to constitute their Pastor, Rev. Joseph Torrey, a life member. POETRY. NINETEENTH PSALM VERSIFIED. THE heavens. O God, thy glory teach, No tongue is heard, or voices sound, Where'er he comes, the shades retreat, Right are the statutes of the Lord, Sweeter than honey to our taste, Who love the statutes of the Lord. Watch o'er my lips, my hands, my feet, Thon knowest all the words I say, O thou, my strength, Redeemer, Lord! To Correspondents. Two poetical articles from S, and two from D. W. E. have been received. Memoirs of H. B. and T. H. arè necessarily postponed till the next Number. J. L. is under consideration. We regret that the communication of C. C. K. arrived too late for insertion. An observer has been received. We shall offer some remarks on the subject in the next Number. MEMOIR OF REV. JAMES COLMAN. THE most intimate friends of Mr. Colman had indulged a hope, that they should see him occupy an important station in his native country. His talents were peculiarly adapted to a cultivated state of society. Had he remained at home, there is reason to believe, that he would have laboured with much reputation and success in the cause of evangelical religion. Although young, he was a workman who rightly divided the word of truth. He spake forth the words of truth and soberness, and yet there was a brilliancy of imagination, and a fervour of eloquence in his discourses which commanded the attention, and awakened feelings of interest in all who heard him. Perceiving these traits in his character as a preacher, attempts were made to divert his thoughts from missionary service. But when he made such a full disclosure of his feelings in relation to the heathen, and frequently declared that his future happiness depended on labouring amongst them, his brethren could no longer withhold their consent to his request. He was recommended to the patronage of the Baptist Convention in the United States, for Foreign Missions, during its session in Philadelphia, in 1817. On the 10th of September in the same year, Mr. Colman, in conjunction with Mr. Wheelock, was solemnly ordained to the work of the ministry as a missionary to Burmah. And on the sixteenth of November following, he embarked with his wife and missionary associates, in the ship Independence, for Calcutta. It was much to the honour of Messrs. Colman and Wheelock, that they did not forget their character and work while on their passage to India. They were sent to preach the gospel to the heathen. But they knew that the persons on board the Independence had immortal souls, and that repentance and faith were as necessary to their salvation as to the Burmans. Having therefore obtained the consent of the captain, they commenced their pious labours among the sai lors. On the sabbath they preached; and on other days, as they had opportunity, they taught the most ignorant of them to read, and also imparted religious instruction. To the honour of divine grace, it may be recorded, that these faithful servants laboured not in vain, and spent not their strength for nought. It was the pleasure of God to bless their pious instructions. Several mariners began to be awakened to a sense of their lost and guilty condition, and were finally brought to exercise that hope, which is as an anchor to the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil. Some of these men had been drunkards, swearers, and lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God; but the grace of God which bringeth salvation, taught them to deny themselves of all ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present evil world. In his first letter from Calcutta, after mentioning that the voyage had been very pleasant, he says, "but the most delightful circumstance which we have to mention, is, that the Holy Spirit was poured out upon the sailors, and six or seven of them, we humbly hope, were brought to the knowledge of the truth. Mr. Colman arrived at Rangoon, September 19, 1818. Some idea of his feelings as a missionary, may be formed by an extract from a letter which he addressed to his Pastor, dated naan did to the Israelites of old :the land of rest and promise. As we sailed up the river, we felt res al satisfaction in anticipating that upon its banks we should pitch our tents, and beneath its turf should lay our bodies. We found, upon arriving at the landing place, our beloved brethren waiting to receive us. For a short time, we could do no more than to take each other by the hand. The sensations of our minds destroyed the power of utterance. In about an hour, the females came on shore, when the whole mission family met, and by mutual expressions of love and joy, attracted universal attention. This was a memorable season. Such a combination of unusual feelings never rushed upon my mind before. We were immediately conducted to the King's Godown, where, according to the custom of the country, we were strictly searched. We then proceeded to the mission house. Imagine, if you can, our sensations when we stepped beneath its roof, and found ourselves in that dear company which we had so long desired to enjoy. That was a season of feasting. How swiftly the hours passed away! How varied, how cheering was the conversation! How fervent were the prayers and thanksgivings to Almighty God! The events of those sweet days can never be effaced from my memory; I feel something of their influence at the present time. J. COLMAN. Our deceased friend immediately commenced the study of the Burman language; his success was as great as might have been expected, and he began to look forward to the time when he should make known to this benighted people the way of salvation by Jesus Christ. But these delightful anticipations were not realized. Early in 1820, Messrs. Judson and Colman made a personal application to the emperor, that they might be |