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Un des symboles suivants apparaitra sur la der- nidre image de cheque microifiche, selon le cas: le symbole — ► signifie "A SUIVRE", le symbole V signifie "FIN". The original copy was borrowed from, and filmed with, the lnvy. Versatile talents, social gifts, the power of attaching to himself all whom he knew, an aptitude for business which marked him out for eminence, and had already gained advancement, — all were his. But thest^ things he counted as loss for the excellency of the knowledge of his Savioiu'. In our many conversations about God and the future state, which possess such precious memories to me, we saw how Heaven comes near in this life to the believer, and that each one of the Apostle's maxims were embodied in his spiritual life. His last question to me was this: "Is it wrong to pray for release?" And I could only answer by reading to him St. Paul's dilemma, and his own solution to die is gain." His work on earth is done, rest. But the spirit, we believe, is fervent still. It has foimd new activities, — he serves the Lord for ever. The last words I read to him were the words of his favorite hymn : " I thank thee, Lord, that here our souls, Though amply blest, Can never find, althoug^h they seek, A perfect rest ; Nor ever shall, until they lean On Jesus' breast." statement of the same " To me to live is Christ, His diligence has ncnv its ill ir I .^ ts ■4 w u\ ill Is er lie its LHS he ite FAIRW f ,«.^ \h ^^•\ X\i')h:.^\vv p. ■•> >■ ' ' I I -> ,)!!'■ ■■ ! •' ■■^ •' , , ■ ■ :\' it' ^ 1 " '. . ■ I .- ' II,. .1 ■I ill..; ' : ..I. .1 : .1 ■!(( '.I'll " .1.. :il .,11 A i; - I , i ■-. , , . ■ I-' 1 . • V< : i ; I ■ i " ■" * i, ■. ■ \r-\\ '.'U . ! . , I I < < ' ' '• ' 1 ' li ^'^ l' .-• '< I''- ^ i i;v \^ I, -■ L •'it ^'I'M ; , J {".lit i ii" .-t'ii'" oal lii ; I -i . ' i ill' !i. 1.' \ ,. V • - • ) ■' V ■!m'\ ' r, .'. ii'.i , I I'i n 1(1 .<'/! Ill ., . ./ ,.,;•, i.hl.-: "1- (i! .^i til . .'.\Mr !- il\ i.' i- « f^!'' • ii lia> rr. Tl.c - ,: IMS iViV't'i!.- 1. s niii Nor '^''■oi' .•■■Un'J ■■••\ii ■ >r • >- *;■ I WALTER CARDWELL FAIRWEATHER. Died i:th Ni>vember, /«/',, ag<'<1 -'^^ IJears. THE STONE CHURCH BELL AND OTHER POEMS. THE STONE CHURCH BELL AND OTHER POEMS. FOR JESU'S SAKE. If I b\it one kind, gentle word could speak, To cheer the heart of some weak, erring soul, By loving act, some happy truth unfold. To lead but one, the path of peace to seek. The path that leads to Christian love and grace And ends in heaven's eternal rest and peace. And all for love of Jesu, blest. The Rock and Stay, the perfect rest. My life were not in vain ; For in the sight of God how dear is one Redeemed, through Jesus Christ, our Lord — the Son- And cleansed from sinful stain. What gladness, joy within the realms of light Resound, in songs of praise by angels bright. Worthy the Lamb, once slain, To ever live and reign, To whom all glory be, Now and eternally. THE STONE CHURCH BELL THE STONE CHURCH BELL. [St. John's Church, Rev. John deSoyres, M. A., Rector.] The deal' old bell in Gothic tower, Of church built eighteen twenty-four, Still calls the old and young to pray On festal and on Sabbath day, AV^ith ring as sweet and fidl of power As when it rang a joyful clang, By willing hands then made to bang, Telling the dawn of useful hoin-. None now remain who on that day, Rejoiced to praise their God and pray That He would ever bless th(> bell AVith tidings good to loudly tell. T was not there to raise my voice AA^ith those who did in heart rejoice. But I have heard it threescore years Amid my joys, my sorrows, tears. In youth I heard its mellow sound Filling with joy the hills around. And dearly love its note so clear, As it falls now upon my ear. I've stood beside it on the tower As it proclaimed the service hour; Have heard it send a joyful peal For those joined by the nuptial seal; And pansed to hear its lesson read Tn dismal tollings for the dead. E'en then its nuiffled mourning knell Upon the air with softness fell. Filling the mind with thoughts of love. Of peace and rest in heaven above. AA^ithin these sacred walls of stone The light of truth has ever shone, 1 I -■:■ •'^%^'' ''\.mW.^ r^:-. m- I"; '■ ' ^ IT": ' S " ''"tS.V ' ■■ - ' 4 - ■• -. 1 Kj- ■ I ^.. '^■jt Si3: -■— . ••' i-.:M If "~KfW 4-t4i»> / -*^;';>'r- SAINT JOHN'S CHURC"), P.lRiSH Of SAINT MARK. ■I ]\ ■■: :< .; *• 11 ,'« !• Pi If u i;i:ij.. . , . ,, 'i- ■■ r'Miii' ■ . , u illi!!'; ii-^'^-i ' '' ■ ' '■■!■• '■' ''nil-, 'l'li;!l 1 |f . \\ Olill ! ''N ll' l''r - I 111' ' !•■ \\ ii h litf ilia's ;;■'!( I'l 1 (> loii.'ily t'll. h-uI ti ! ill':. :-' i ■ 'i ri!lit'!\ a i' it \' - ! '•■■ :■ V)i,i .'h.-.'irls 1. •••I ■ •■ ••■ ' i'vc .-■! 'U ui i•('^■i.f;i( ii ■ III (!i>ui;ii l'»lr'(L'- fui ' •. i)i';ul. r:'iMt thci! it-. n,iin!i'il inoiuTiiJi.u- kr I' 1 jJini t ht' air \vi( ii sot) iicss t'<'!l. i''illiiiti iIm' iiii;i(1 svit li thinu;;!!* • •'! ^^'^'^ ( M" ](('art' and rest in lu^avn ab'ivi'. \\'ilhiri ihi'sc .sari-rtl walls oi' .^intif Ti..- li^iU 'if truth has I'vcr t-hi'iits . . I! I . ,,ra.l jU ia! s'':; A SAINT JOHN'S CHURCH, PARISH OF SAINT MARK. I i AND OTHER POEMS. And gt'iicrations passed awuy Have knell within these courts to pray, Where tindin^^ grace and peace and I'est, Now swell the nundier of the blest. Beneath the ai'ch the message true, Old as the hills, yet eve r new. Has been ]n'oclainied to old and young, God's goodness proved, His praises sung. The young were tiaight to know His love, And seek a blessing from above ; The old gained strength upon the way, licaning on Christ, the only stay. All, all have seen within this place. Some gleam of light, and thousands peace. Yes, here the gifted Doctor Gray, And saintly Armstrong, day by day AVith bm-ning words did counsel give. How God to serve, how best to live, That after death and conflict o'er. All, all might gain the heavenly shore. And still those paths of peace are shown, As Holy Writ clearly makes known. How grace is gained through Jesus' blood- A swelling tide, a generous flood — " And every virtue we possess," Is through the Son of Righteousness, Whom Christians all love and adore. And shall be praised for evermore. Of all the bells of olden time. There is none other left to chime Within the town ; it stands alone In use, and unimpaired in tone. On the same spot where first its sound Proclaimed redeeming love profoimd. Long may it sound in dale, o'er hill, Tidings of love, peace and good-will. 3 4 T II !•: ."^ T N H C II U K II 15 E L L A PRAYKH. O Jcsu l)U'st, upon my hoart outpour, Of gt'utUs loving influcnct', a store, That [ may Thee most reverently adore In hynm and prayer. O, SavioiU', who has eleansed me hi tlie tide Of sacred hlood from Thy most precious sitle.. O, ever with me graciously ahide, From day to day. And as this hrief uncertain life shall close, Grant that no evil thought may then oppose My happy entranc-e into sweet repose Within Thy fold. FRIENDSHIP. Upon this earthly scene, "this vale of tears," How sweet the intercourse of friends, how dear, And 'mid oxu- many trials, douhts and fears. How good the thought that God is ever near. He hreathes upon us through His Spirit hlest, The heart to warm, the wound of sin to hind, A Friend to all, of all the friends the hest. Beyond a mother's love, ahiding kind. When in distress what friends will faithful prove If aid will then a sacrifice entail. In loss of wealth, and)ition's goal, or love Of those whose power and influence prevail. In prosperous days we count our many friends, Enjoy their love and feel they are sincere. With trials stern, the worldly friendship ends,, God is the constant friend to love, to fear. AND OTHER POEMS. I WILL INB^OHM TllKK. Psalm xxxii. ■\Vh(» cjin r'^'^onnt the many iiicicii's, free To eacli, to ovcry soul, in kindness sent, The ninny dangers we escape and tiee, The blessings we enjoy, the eoniforts lent. Who ean foi-e-warn us of aijproaching night, When low the lamp of life shall dindy huin. And the imprisoned soul shall seek in flight, The sphere unknown, from whence none may return. Who can inform us of the life to come, Its paths of ])eace, perchance its woes and tears, The clear and bright celestial songs, of some, Despairing sighs, wrung out by others' fears. Who knows the sorrow, pain, He would not fiee, Who bear our sins in His own body, dear, With arms outstretched (m Calvary's tortiu-ing tree, That we by faith might unto Him draw neai'. We know that God is our abiding stay, And will inform ns of His paths of peace. His word fore-warns of dangei's by the way, And doth recount His works of love and grace. RETIREMENT. In some secluded dell, some pleasant nook, From turmoil far removed, and city din. Within a peaceful cot, beside a brook. Where love is found and quiet reigns theiein, How sweet to dwell ; of God, no doubts, no fears, This be my lot, in life's declining years. T T II !■; :S T X K C II U 11 II BELL TIIM GENTLER INFLUENCE. The K'cutlc l)r(H'/AS the rii>l>linK sticain, TIh' Ircmhling l«'af upon the tri'o, Tell of a 1>()W('V unseen, yet near, And turn our thou^'hts, O (io«l. to Thee. All were created by Thy l\and, And lend their aid to keep us pure, Keniindin^ us, from day to day, Thy gentler influence holds secure. That f^entler intluence, like a dov(>, 1 )escended first on Christ oui- peace, And throiigh His merit we enjoy TTie Holy Spirit's constant grace. THE TOILERS. The west reveals the sun's declining ray, Homeward the weary toilers take their way; In God they trust, whose mercies never (^'ase. And lay them down in hmnble cot in peiice; He looks upcm them from His throne uhove, To rich and poor, alike, "the God of love" Who wills that all shall ever safely dwell Within one fold; "He doeth all things well," Gujirding His people in their every need, Wlien Hun they serve in thought, by word and deed, No poor and meek escape His watchfid care. Whose kind and generous thonght is how to spare ; He'll judge the rich and poor, the pro\id and great. And scan their work according to their state. Dealing to all the measure of His love. As they are fomid in Him and faithful prove. AND OTHER POEMS. 7 AN ASriHATION. For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of Ood. Rom. viii. 14. O God, inspire us fvoiu above, AV'itii warm desire for worlds of love; Aid every act, bless every (liouj^ht. Of williiifjf service, hinnl)]y brought; Assist eaeli I'tt'ort of tlie lieart, 111 .striving for the better part; Let earnest jirayer, like ineen.se raise To Thecs witli fervent love and praise. Prevent upon life's rugged way, Thou, the firm rock, tne strength, the stay, Lead onward in the path of grace Thy sons, to peace, in heavenly place MUSINGS AT SUN RISE. Calm is the morn, and brilliant in the east. No ripple stir.s the lovely, i)lacid lake. The birds, on pinions bright, by mountain crest, AVith warble sweet their cheerful matins make. The dt^w drops clear, like crystals i)ure and bright, Hang on the trees and on each shrub and flower, Relic of gloom that's past, the silent night, Doomed to depart before that growing power. The beauteous orb of day, so full of good, Emblem of that eternal inner light, AVhich fills the soul with peace, with love to God, With longing for that land devoid of night. The throne of Jesu, Lord above, The home of light, of peace and love. THE STONE CIIURCII BELL EVENING. The shadows fall \ipon the scene, so bright, Darkness descends, that dismal mantle, night, Save distant voice, from boat on i)lacid stream, There is a hush, a calm, a hnely dream; A liush, as when Jehovah, on Horeb's peak, In "still small voice" did to Elijah speak. Hidden among the hills, in cavern drear, Momniing the evil days of Israel, dear; Calm as the night, when on .Tudea's steep. The faithful shepherds watched their flocks of sheep, And heard the joyful tidings of C.hrist's birth, Glory to God, good will and peace on earth. I dream of gentle voice that speaks within. Of love and peace in heart that's cleansed from sin, And of that land wdiere there shall be no night, For Christ the Lamb shall l)e the living light. THE STREAM OF TIME. Onwfird the stream of Time flows silently. Upon it we are drifting to the end. The closing scene, from w^hich we cannot flee, Nor earthly power, or worldly wealth, defend ; The fleeting pleasure, and the daily task Will soon alike be buried with the past. Aw^ake ! in earnest prayer, sincerely ask, That we may faithful prove and trxie at last, Faithful to Christ, whose life for us w^as spent, True to that inner light, divinely sent. ANDOTHERPOEMS. a "I WILL BE WITH YOU." O God, be with me in the path of life, Amidst its joys find sorrows and its care, O'er rngged road, in peacefid walk, 'mid strife, In daily toil, or scenes more bright and fair. Grant power to trace the Saviour's footprints, bright With works of love, of mercy and of grace. And guide me, by the Spirit's gentle light. To heights of joy and bliss in heavenly place. CITY OF ST. JOHN, N. B. The varied charm of rock and rill. Of flowing stream and rugged hill. Of steep ascent, by mountain side. Where stunted tree and shrub abide. Presents a pleasant scene to view, Bold, brilliant, lovely, ever new. On svich foundation, fixed and sure, Of solid rock, firm and secure, Rests that bright spot, the home we claim, Oiu' own St. John, dear is thy name; Here breezes waft the cool sea air. O'er rocky shore and beaches fair, Here strangers from a warmer clime Enjoy sweet rest 'mid scenes sublime, And gaining strength by sweet repose, Send back their praise in glowing prose. Their lot has been to mark the fall Of enterprises, great and small ; Disaster stern, by flood and fire. 10 THE STONE C II U R C 11 ^ B E L L Have trouble brought and ruin dire, But God in mercy stnys His hand, In goodness keeps our home, our land. May He, whose every thought is love. Look on our dwelling from above. To guide and guard, and ever bless With peace, content and happiness. All those who faithfid to her cause. Seek Him in prayer, obey His laws; By effort for her welfare, state. Gain for her favors good and great. May all in power ordained to rule, Without respect to party, school, ('ondenm the wrong, maintain the right, Uphold the truth with all their might. So shall we dwell from discord free. Sustained and blessed, O God, by Thee. I WILL LAY ME DOWN IN PEACE. rsalm iv. Beneath Thy sheltering wing in peace T sleep. For thou dost o'er me watch and safely keep. May every thought be holy, pure and bright. By angels stirred. Thy messengers of light. Thy grace extend, O Lord, by night, by day, To guide my feet upon, the narrow way That leads to blissful scenes beyond the sky, ■ To world of light, the throne of God most high. AND OTHER P E M S . 11 NEW BRUNSWICK. New Brunswick hills are fair to view, Its lakes and streams how j^rand, The waving fields of ripening corn Are seen throughout the land. The marsh, the trees, the winding course Of K'asis* lovely stream, A picture show that chai-ms the heart, Like pleasant, lovely dream. The varied scenes of hill and vale That boimd thy shores, St. John, Enchant the eye, with rapture fill All those who sail thereon. The Jemseg's deep and narrow way. Abounds in rural charms — Of lovely tree and quiet nook And sloping fertile farms. It leads to lake of grand extent, Where mines of coal abound. And gardens yielding rich produce Beside its shores are found. Unnumbered lakes of beauty rare, Where sportsmen ply their skill, Smround oiu' homes on every hand. Adorning dale and hill. With finny treasure in her bays, And plenty on the main, In peaceful, free and happy homes Her hardy sons sustain. * Kennebeccasls. 12 THE STONE CHURCH BELL In foit'sts fair to view are seen Great wealth t' various wood; To meet the numerous wants of man — For commerce, lire and food. Her ships sail over every sea, Are foimd in every clime, For strength and beauty unsurpassed, In sailing "up to time." Her sons are ready, true and brave, And answer duty's call — To keep oiu- homes, to guard ovir shores Firmly, whate'er befall. Her da\ighters fair, as fair can be, Brighten this pleasant land ; Of tender heart and cheerful mien. And thrifty, skilfiil hand. The Sabbath day is honored here. To God we bow the knee. His word we read, His name we praise, Triune, eternally. THANKSGIVING DAY, 1891. By God preserved, this favored land. Shows bounteous store on every hand. Its garners full, 'mid peace content. And blessings great in goodness sent, For which we praise His holy name ; Who ever was and is the same Kind Father, Friend, Redeemer, Lord, By men and angel hosts adored. f AND OTHER POEMS. la WINTER. The blizzard wild now fills the air, The snow is drifting high, The driving wind more fiercely blows. The forests moan and sigh. Biit fairer days and brighter nights Are seen and much enjoyed. For winter brings a hai)py side, Its pleasures unalloyed. The frost-bound stream, with mirror face. Entice the skaters gay, The brilliant moon, the clear blue sky, Charm others in the sleigh. The merry bells, the joyful shout. Proclaim enjoyment great, AMiile ringing huigh is clearly heard From th(ise who ply the skate. Within the house, the (^jen fire Burns freely, clear and bright, And gives a pleasant, cheerful look, With comfort, warmth and light. The merry dance, the simple game, Beguile the passing hoiu'. While happy converse, pure and good. To soothe the aged, hath powei-. Thus in the joiirney of this life, The cold and cheerless part Can be made happy, pure and bright,,. By love that warms the heart. But let us not forget to praise Our ever present Lord, Who times and seasons overrules,. And blessings doth afford. 14 'i'lIE STONE CHURCH BELL THE APPROACH OF SPRING. The sun has passed behind the western hill, The wind blows briskly and the air is chill ; No perfume sweet is wafted on the gale, For frost and snow abound on hill and dale ; The flowing stream is hidden from the sight, Its surface glistens in tlie moon-lit night, The snow, like lovely mantle, white and pure, From killing frost affords protection sure To field and hiwn, to plant and biu-ied flower, To tree and shrub, and vine which forms the bower. But soon the gentle shower and s\m"s wai-m ray Will clear the fields and swell tlie stream and lake, AVhere nestles safe the welcome flower of May, In mossy bed, beneatli the vine and brake. O joyful season, brilliant, happy, spring. We'll greet thee well, the bright and sunny hours. Thy lengthened days, thy birds that sweetly sing, Thy budding trees, green fields and opening flowers. O best of seasons, joyous spring, Fit emblem of new life, through Christ our king. How full of hope, what love thou dost inspire. For Him, who purges with celestial fire, And trains each thought and effort of the mind, A purer life to gain, His peace to find. AND OTHER P E M S . 15 JUNE. On every hill, in every vale, Beside the stream and lake. Fresh foliage green of many shades, AVith vine and shruh and brake. Adorn the landscape bright and fair, And brilliant picture make. The fruit tree bloom, of varied hue Adds to the pictiu-e light, "While gi'ass and fern complete a scene That's pleasing to the sight. The swollen brook rims swiftly on. The river floods the land. The happy singing birds are heard So sweet on every hand. The thrifty farmer plys his skill In hope of rich return. All teach of goodness, power and love, May we the lesson learn. And each in his appointed sphere God's gracious hand discern. AUTUMN. The flowers are touched with frosty dew, The vines present a brilliant hue. The morning air is clear and chill. Stirred by the breeze from yonder hill. The colors bright on hedge and gi'ove Adorn the landscape fair, but prove That winter cold will soon be here With all its joys and X'nias cheer. 16 THE STONE CHURCH UELL A sadiu'ss fills the mind to sec The fading flowers, the swallows flee, The falling leaves, the trees so bare. The withered vines our constant eare. Yet flowers will grow again in spring, And with them joy and brightiu-ss hring,^^ The fields and lawns "with verdure clad," All nature bea\iteous, sparkling, glad. Meanwhile the winter evenings long, AVith pleasant converse, sport and song, AVill (piickly pass and leave behind Sweet thoughts of friends both good and kind. As every season comes and goes,— O'erruled by Him who ever knows What's best for each and good for all,— May we ne'er cease on God to call. By prayer and praises from the heart, By effort for the better part, To Jesus Christ still firndy cling. Till death shall give eternal spring. A NOVEMBER EVENING. The deepening gloom, the lowering sky, Presage a storm, a tempest nigh. The fitful gusts with sleet and rain Beat loudly on the window pane ; The quickening tread of passing feet Resound upon the cold, dark street. A dismal night and chill and raw, Renew the fire, the curtains draw. Shut out the gloaming from our sights ■ AND OTHER POEMS. 17 Let saddening thoughts he put to flight. Within is peace, contentment, love, Kind faces sent from heaven ahove. And let us not \nnnindful he, Nor fail the giacious hand to see, J^^ver stretched forth to guaid and guide 'Mid dangers oft on every side; But let \is rather in our joy The heart uplift, the tongue employ, In praise and prayer to God alone, Who is the sure foundation stone, And ask that He will ever spare And keep in His protecting care, Mid storms of trial, dou])t and sin. And give ahiding peace within. 'fill BRIGHT BEAMS." Let Thy hright heams, dear Jesu, shine Within the chamhers of my soul, O, make and keep me ever Thine, Each thought and word and act control. A spotless life was Thine, O Lord, Redeemer, Saviour, ever near, A saving strength Thou dost afford. Through the Blest Spirit sent to cheer. Make me, O God, both good and pure, To others useful, helpful, true, Give faith and love which shall endure. The heart each day cleanse and renew. 1 18 THE STONE CHURCH BELL THE CLOSE OF DAY. The distant hills reflect the last faint ray, With joy the toilers greet the close of clay, And homeward turn, with pleasant thoughts of rest. Within that hallowed spot, so sweet, so blest, Save gentle breeze, that stirs the perfumed air, A ([uiet reigns over the scene so fair. The twinkling stars grow brighter to the si^-ht, The twilight fades away in gloom of night. So fades the day of our brief life on earth, Ending in gloom, the final scene of death; In that last hour, may we in (piiet rest. By faith upon the gentle Saviour's breast, In hope of that eternal day of joy. When service bright, shall all our powers employ, Service to Christ, who in redeeming love Prepares a place for us in realms above. To whom be endless praises freely given Bv saints on earth and angel hosts in heaven. STRONG IN FAITH. While on the threshold of the life to come. And strong in faith, I seek the heavenly home. Thy love shall ever be my theme of praise. And to Thee, Lord, my grateful heart I'll raise. And as this fleeting life of care shall end. Be near to bless, O Christ, the sinner's friend. And through the valley dark, direct my way, Till gleams the light of heaven's eternal day. 1 Reverend JOHN deSOYRES, M. A. IM, I .1 • 'I M Ids i .MAS. \- 1- ,• i 'il ' ' i , I 'h.. li ( -III ,. Ill • 'f I ■ •> ' .'H I 1 1 ' .) \'v \'^ |iiii|(. \'. ill ' ! ;i|t|MtiL,''«* '.;' ■ ■•!'>, I'liil,'. li-iVi- N > I \i • I It < < >ti> i|ii li' I iiu; ,. i.-CMr! Ill i(li' (• I \ ml soiiikI ( ' • '\']h' lu'ill I '»\ ». 'liic <;i..T, ! 'lis. I '5. ' !it ani. I »ii( p>\ ! ,il in (li ■. Aini iii;iy (iiir Ii»'nr'.- ,'>»• stin' ' TIu' ( 'hris! iM 111 «;*n. Thf Micphfi-ils U)\vi\ }'f>\\\ • In. IJtllilchriii's iiiangof law, AihI iimuhk' rcveii'iice si.i't, direct, insi)ire. Thy chosen ones assembled there At Pentecost, in praise and prayer. Heard the great soimd in faith and fear, And knew the Holy Spirit near. And in the strength of that new life, Went forth to danger, hardship, strife. Sustained to fearlessly proclaim. Salvation gained through Jesu's name. That quickening power will ever strive Within the heart and keep alive. Deep love for God, His law, His day, And guide upon the narrow way. O God om^ Heavenly Father, Friend, Still guide and guard, protect, defend; Through Jesus Christ, Redeemer, Lord, The Holy Spirit's aid afford. AND OTHER POEiMS. 28 THE COMFORTER. O Spirit blest, whose kindly aid, Dost influence every thought and woi'd, When to onr God, our prayers ai-e said, Through Jesus Christ, Redeemer, Lord, S\iccor, in oiu' deepest need. Every thought in mercy read. And in goodness ever lead, To living streams, When refreshed with heavenly grace. We in spirit clearly trace, The brightness of Christ's gentle face, Who grants a home. (When things of time, are of the past. And all things, new and bright appear). To those found constant, at the last. In heights, where He is ever near. ^ PEACE, BE STILL. On stormy lake. He sleeps in peace. Unmoved by danger on the wave, Trvists and relies upon the grace, Of power Divine, to keep, to save. He wakes, at the disciples' prayer, And speaks the word., which brings the calm. Revealing there His rjiatchless power, As wind and sea, their God proclaim. Jesu, in mercy, give us grace. To seek Thine aid, when storms prevail, And in Thy goodness, grant us place. In Heaven, where storms cannot assail. 24 THE STONE CHURCH 13 E L L EVIL DREAMS. When evil dreams disturb the mind, O God, our Father, good and kind. Look on us as we rest in sleep. Guard, influence, bless, in safety keep. O God the Son, our Saviour deai', Plead for us then and linger near, And in that silent, darksome hour Extend to us Thy (luickening power. O God the Spirit, pure and bright. Illume the soul with holy light. The bands of sinfid thought release. And softly whisper words of peace. Peace that shall dwell within the soul, AVhile time's unending stream shall roll. To aid in prayer and praise to Thee, Great Triune God eternally. PSALM IV, 4. Dear Lord, I would revere Thy holy name. And fear Thee to offend, by word, in thought, To quench the Holy Spirit's gentle flame Within the soul, by Christ so dearly bought. Touch Thou, in love, the heart, reveal Thy light. And aid to brighter views of Thy great care, And in the stillness and the calm of night Thy peace to me extend, through Jesus spare. AND OTHER POEMS. 25 THE SABBATH DAY. How calm the Sabbath clay, on which we meet Within the courts of Christ's own house of prayer, In simple emblems there His presence greet, And joyfully our faith and hope declare. The cares of daily life are laid aside. The mind is fixed upon redeeming love. The Holy Spirit does with lis a))ide. And looks upon us from His throne above. We realize a foretaste of that peace, The peace which comes to those who love the Lord And seek the path He trod, of duty, grace. So plainly marked in His most Holy W^ord. O strengthen that within us, by Thy power. That wavering thought, that faint desire for Thee, Guai^d \is, O God, in love, guide every hour. Through Jesus Christ, grant peace eternally. EXCEPT YE ' ^ * BECOME AS LITTLE CHILDREN. O calm and happy childhood. From care and trouble free, A time of brightest sunshine. When hearts are fiiU of glee. W^hat thoughts of joy and pleasure, And plans for future years. Fill heart and mind with gladness— Excluding gloomy fears. 26 THE STONE CHURCH 15 E L L The months nnd years are lonjj:i'r, In that most charming day, And often seem to linger, And slowly pass away. Fnll soon the vision changes, When childhood's snn has sit. And cares and troubles deepen, And anxious thoughts beset. Then let us give them pleasure, We, whose experience, rife, Know happy childhood is the time. The happiest time of life. O let us not by harshness, So wound the trusting heart. As cause it pain and sorrow. To feel the venom smart. But rather be reminded That God, in heaven above, Looks down upon His children In goodness, kindness, love. And that we all are children, Many too old to bend. But much in need of kindness, P>om God, our Father, Friend. May we be "little children," At Christ's most gracious cjiU, And haply gain the mansions He has prepared for all. AND OTHER POEMS. 27 KF]EP THOU MY FEET. When youthful zejil hold efforts prize, And actions rash — not always wise — Woidd lead nie on to folly great, To he found out when ([uite too late, Let Thy kind presence, gentle, sweet. Be near, O Christ, keep Thou my feet. When manhood's prime shall on me rest. And my surroundings shall he hlest, When strong temptation's suhtle power, Sliall closer cling each day and hour. May firmer faith Thy presence greet, Jesu, Saviour, keep Thou my feet. And when I reach declining years. Remove all douhts, allay all fears, Giant strength upon the downwai-d way. That from Thy paths I may not stray. Give counsel, aid and hlessings meet. Redeemer, Lord, keep Thou my feet. ^ A BRIGHTER SPHERE. The pattering feet are heard no more Resoimding on our chamher floor. The hands are folded on the hreast Of her dear form now laid to rest. The winning ways, to us so sweet. Shall never more oiu' coming greet. For she, beloved, to us so dear. Rejoices in a brighter sphere. J28 THE STONE CHURCH BELL E'en now in thought we can (liscern,— As yearnings deep within us burn,— A lovely form of radiance bright, Safe in that home of joy and light. And we, by faith, rejoice to know That she in Heaven and we below, In sweet conununion through Cnnist's blood Still join in prayer and praise to God, Mav that bright thought, from day to day, Cheer and assist on "life's ro^igh way," Jesu, give now abiding grace, Hereafter rest, in that bright place. THE HOLY TRINITY. O Father, kirid, who did this world create, And form our parents in a perfect state, Be not extreme to mark our evil way, But ever be to us a guide, a stay. O Christ, our Saviour, who with grace profound, A light and ransom, for om^ souls hast found. Through shedding of Thine all sufficient blood, Grant us to profit by that sacred flood. O Holv Spirit, who in gentle love. Dost light upon us shed from heaven above, Vouchsafe to dwell forever in the heart. That we may now secure the better jiart. O Trinity of power. One only— God. Look Thou upon us, for our utmost good, And so dispose and train us, in the strife, That we may gain at last Celestial life. AND Tin: 11 POEMS. 29 A MINISTKRTNG ANGEL TllOl'. Tho prayer is .said beside the mother's kiu'c, When she is near all troubles (niickly Hee. Her soothing voiee and touch, so gentle, light, Dispels the phantoms of the silent night. Quick is her ear to hear the slightest cry, And fleet the foot to minister, reply. She gently chides, with loving, earnest word. And tells how great the love of C'hrist the Lord, And ever strives, 'mid duty, care and joy. To live near God, and every i)ower employ To make the home a little heaven below, To soothe each sorrow, lighten every woe, To bind up every wound, give word of cheer. With whispers soft and low, so fond, so dear, Lighten's the gloom of dark affliction's hour. By kind and loving tlunight, a gentle power. The pillow smooths, as we depart alone. And lingers near, when death has claimed its own, Faithful and true, denying self to prove A "ministering angel" bright, of peace and love. PROTECTING LOVE. The snow falls on the frozen earth. Pure, sparkling, lovely, bright. Protecting early spring's new birth — Sweet messenger of light. On fields these kindly mantles rest, Till sun and gentle shower Draw verdure from responsive breast, , With bud and leaf and flower. 30 THE STONE CHURCH IJELL The inllucnc'c of the Si)irit blest, Sent ironi the liciKlits alM)V('. Upon the pure in liciivt sluill rt'st, In kind, luotectinK' love. And they, responsive to His eare, Shall seek to know Him well, The inner life, the so\il prepare, With God to ever dwell. EVENTIDE. When falls the deepening; shades of night, The (piiet eveninj< honr, How sweet to eonteniplate His love, •Om- Father dear, in heaven above, Think of His gentle power. All nature seems to rest in peace, A.cidm pervades the scene, A reverence deep dwells in the heart, There's longing in the inward part For light and life unseen. And as the mind dwells on God's love. His wondrous work and way. We feel an influence gt)od and bright., See gleamings of a heavenly light, Constraining us to pray. That He will guard with outstretched wing, Our life, our work, our way. At early morn, when shadows fall. Each day and hoiu', whate'er befall, And ever be our stay. AND T H E R P EMS. 31 A MEDITATION. I'll inoditiito upon Thy word, And think of all Thy love and care, The str('n}i:th and aid Thou dost alVord, Tlu' gentle hand, so strong to spjirt', The rt't'ord of Thy boundless love, Of mercy great from age to age. In plenteous showers sent from above, Are written on that sacred page. 'Tis there we learn of saints of old, Led by the i)ower of that strong hand, \Mid dangers gi'eat, lumger and cold, In Thy great service, fearless, grand. Of all who served with faith and fear, 'Mid scenes of wild and godless strife, A glorious record, bright and clear, Shows us the way to brighter life. The way to Thee, great Soiure of Light, Almighty Father, love divine. Whose dwelling-place is ever bright, And life and light alone are Thincs And there we read of love more kind. Supreme in all its depth and height. Beyond the gras]) of finite mind. Known only to the infinite. The gentle life of Jesus Christ, And all His great redeeming love. His entry into perfect light, His constant care in Heaven above. All there set forth that we may find The path His bruised feet have known, And seek to know His love so kind. And claim His merit as our own. 32 TIIK STONK CIIUIKJII H i: I. I. IJICAItlOTII ALL TIIL\(JS. I. Cor. xiii. 7. The chjiiif^c mikI cli.incc of life wiUi finmicss heir, Its cloiul and sMiisliiiic, luipjiiiicss and caic, And count, .ill trial, hut, experience j^ood In njercy sent, to (h"i\v more near to (iod: AV'itJi weak fi'lends hear, lliou^h fickle and perverse >e just, and true 'mid fortune's cold reverse, A kindly spirit show, a jifcneroiis heart,, To do and (hire, to act, a nohle part; Slow to i-esent, a slij^ht, nefj;lecl oi- wi'onj^', '^'el in kind lU'cd and woid, he hrave and st ronj^. Let, life and work with charily he hii^ht. So shall the way ho smooth, tlie l)urthen li^lit; I<]xtend to those; who struf^^le on the ro.ul. Stooped with many a care, a heavy load. A helpinf< hand, a word of clieei- and love, That road, whicli ends in pence and rest ahove. TIIK KTKRNAL HILLS. The path that leads to "the eternal hills" Is i-u^ged, steep, heset with many ills; And he who would a footing surely hold Must onward firndy press, he fearless, hold. At (^very turn is s(H;n a hrighter way, Alhu'ing j^y^ which temj)t the weak to stray. But prayer dispels the vision from the sight. The pilgi'im sees the distant holy light. Each weary day heholds a triumph won Through the; inspiring power of God tlu; Son, And as tlu; times and seasons onward roll. Trusting in God each weai-y ladened soul With firmer step, with love ahounding, strong, Hoars the faint (^cho of the lu^avtudy song. AND OTHER POEMS. 0'> AN KVKN[N(i MKI)ITy\Tl()N. Soft brcc/cs, Wiil'lcd from the IVjlilc leas — I'crfimu^ liulciicd fi-oiii wild ilowcr, wood and brake, .lust sway llic lofty lops of slatcly ♦i-ccs, And stir tlic placid surface of the lake. The daily work is o'er, all silent lliere Where late tlu^y ^at-hered ti-easure from i'le soil, Th(f 'locks ai-e safely kept, with thou^htfi I caic. Sweet sleep rewai'ds tlu^ hardy sons of toi., The ^loi-ious oi-h of ni^ht. full and sereix', lii^lits up the charmin^^ summer eveni;>LC si eiie Of sparklinj^ wavelet,, meadow, j^i'ove an i hill. Enchanting to the sight, so soft and sti)., (!onvicti()n strong, within tlu^ inneir sh? ine Of consciciiice, thrilled by trutli, spirit divine. Awakes to welcom*' a celestial light. The pai-doning love of Ohi-ist, so gentle, bright. And, thankful heart, renders with fervent woid. Praise, deep, sincere, to Christ the Saviour, Lord. "AiiiDK WITH rs." t St. Luke, XX iv. 29. 1'hey walk together on tlie lOnnnaus road. And comnuuK^ of events now noised abroad ; With heavy hearts they talk of (Jhrist who died. Their faith in Israeli's hope is sorely tried. Doubt's heavy clouds, no silver linings mark, But all is drear and dismal, sad and dark. Unknown to them, .Jesus Himself draws near, And asks them of tlu'ir convcu-se and their fear. To whom they tell the wonders of the day. And as they [)ass with Him upon the way, c 34 THE STONE CHURCH BELL They are enlightened, as to God's intent, In sending Christ on mercy's en-and bent. To their wondering minds, stoi'es of love reveal, How Christ must die, and with His life blood seal Mankind's redemption, ere He could ascend To glory, and fulfil His gracious end. Their destination near, the day is gone, And He would seem to pass the way alone. " Abide with us" they pray, and Christ the Lord Passes within and joins them at the board. O, Christ, who dost in every heart abide, That seeks Thy love, in paths where Thou dost guide, " ^ bide with us," and be to us a stay. That we may walk with Thee the narrow way, And as they knew Thee at the breaking bread. May we ne'er fail to seek where Thou dost lead, Through outward sign of simple bread and wine, And there to Thee our inmost hearts incline ; Be ever present with us on the road. The heavenly road that leads us to our God; " Abide with us" and make the heart Thy home. So shall we to Thy heavenly mansions come. To dwell for evermore in endless light, 'Mid angel h' sts, forever in thy sight. THANKSGIVING. O Thou who ever lives to bless and spare And hast in love withheld the chastening rod. Accept our heartful thanks for this Thy care. Thy mercy, goodness, O Almighty God. ' Grant us to know Thee as the constant friend - The great all-Father full of pardoning grace. AND OTHER POEMS. 35 Into our lieai'ts Thy Holy Spirit send That we may find through Christ, abiding peace. Bless our dear ones — restored to us in health — With Thy most Holy Spirit's "kindly light," That they may comprehend Thy hidden wealth. And ever guide in paths, both pure and blight. [nto Thy sacred courts we will repair, And yield to Thee thanksgiving, praise and prayer. Tliere all Thy servants love to seek Thy face. And ask through Christ for pardon, strength and grace, With contrite hearts may we before Thee kneel, And there accept with joy that precious focxl, The pledge of love and grace, salvation's seal, O Jesus, Saviour blest, the perfect good. ABIDING PEACE. With thankful heart I will connnend The God of wondrous grace ; A willing service freely lend. And pray that he will ever send A sweet abiding peace. Abiding peace, that gentle guest, Which calms the troubled mind With thought of that eternal rest W^here angels bright and spirits blest A sweet communion find, In daily round of toil and rest May my best thought abide With that great Friend, the truest, best, In every ill, when sins molest, The constant, tender Guide. 36 THE STOKE CHURCH BELL The Giiido whose promises are sure, Who leads in paths of peace All those who suffer and endure With softened heart, holy and pure, And blesses with His grace. May the short space to uie assigned, The closing years of life, Be blest by Hun who, ever kind. Does every wound in mercy bind, 'Mid trial, anguish, strife. In death's dark h(nu' may my thought be Of peace and Jesus' love. Redeeming love, so full and free. And may it be my joy to see His face in Heaven above. WITHIN THY COURTS. Within Thy coiu'ts, so calm and stdl. The place Thou dost with glory fill, May we have knowledge of Thy will, And learn of Thee. There earnest souls, with loving heart,. Seek grace Thou dost in love impart. Aid us to choose the better part. Thy love to see. Within that sacred, hallowed place. Bless all who kneel to seek Thy face With larger measure of Thy grace— And Thy dear love. AND OTHER POEMS. 37 O let Thy mercy ever flow — On us, on all Thy love bestow, That we and they may truly know Thy boundless grace. Thy boundless grace, great One in Three, Was, is, and evermore shall be, While ages roll eternally, Jehovah, God. ^ MAYFLOWER. Welcome, little Mayflower, Peeping through the snow. On the mossy hillock. Meeting the sun's glow. Harbinger of summer. Soon to bi'ing us flowers, Plenty on the hillside. Fields and woods and bowers. Bieezes blow more softly, Showers more gently fall. Snow is disappearing. Hear the robin's call. Hills begin to brighten, Fields with verdure clad. Swelling brooks are flowing. Birds and beasts are glad. For these blessings many. For the pi'esent good, Man and nature joining, Praise Almighty God. 88 THE STONE CHURCH BELL THE NEW MOON. A gein suspended in tlie west, The crescent new, the Turkish crest, Demands from all admiring gaze, And for our God a s(ing of praise For all His works, beneath, above. Kept by His power, His goodness, love. As that bright gem grows and expands. Lighting the night in many lands, What beauteous scenes delight the eye, Spread out beneath the soft lit sky. The landscape bright, the placid lake Where paths abound, which lovers take, The moon and drifting clouds, as seen, With tree and shrub and grasses green, Reflected in the mirrored stream, A picture show like fairy dream. And where the snowy mantles rest. On hill and plain and mountain crest. And ice has bound with solid chain The flowing stream, the pond and lake. Till spring, bright spring, shall come again, And by warm rains their fetters break. What sparkling beauty is revealed By the pale moon's enchanting light, A while by drifting cloud concealed. Emerging brilliant to the sight. A brighter gem beyond the sky, Invisible to mortal eye. Sheds forth the beauteous light of grace. The spirit pure and holy peace. O spotless Lamb, dear Saviour blest, Who bore the cross, the Christian crest, Shine Thou in every contrite heart And faith and hope and love impart. AND OTHER POEMS. on THE LOVING KINDNESS OF THE LORD. Psalm cvli. 43. The power of God is seen and marked By all who love His na ■, And seek in every phase of life, 'Mid peace, content, or worldly strife, His goodness to proclaim. 'Tis seen in every trivial r(nmd, In nature's wondrous range, In foliage green, in si)reading sky. In every season's change. The snow-topped mountain's lofty peak, And Afric's hurning sands. The ice-hound shores of polar seas. The hright and cheerful strands. Are all within His watchful care — To guard and guide, to hless and spare, The people of these lands. All they who hrave the mighty deep, And have their business there. Behold the wonders of the Lord, As written in His Holy Word, And know His loving care. And while the sea in raging might Proclaims His wondrous power. Their prayer to God, who stills the wave. For succor in distress, to save, Is answered in that hour. We who in peaceful homes rejoice, Would heartfelt homage bring. And offer earnest prayer and raise A song of loud and joyful praise To Thee, our God and King. J 40 THE STONE CHURCH BELL "EAKLY IN THE MORNING AVILL I PRAISE THEE." When early morning's brightening rays Fall softly on my wakening gaze And mind resumes its sway, Mv first and brightest thought shall be Breathed forth in prayer, O God, to Thee, Who guards by night, by day. For Thou alone canst safely keep The soul, when nature rests in sleep. When dreams disturb the mind. And in the daily path prevent By influence good in mercy sent By Thee, "All Father," kind. Still keep and guard upon the way. Be with me ever, night and day, And guide in paths of peace. The paths which lead to rest and light In heavenly mansions, pure and bright, The home of every grace. THE FOOL HATH SAID IN HIS HEART, THERE IS NO GOD. Psalm xiv. t. Go, foolish one, and learn Of nature's grandeur in the mighty hills, The spreading plains, the gently flowing rills, The trees upon the mountain top and plain, And humbly seek a knowledge there to gain, The hand of God discern. Who sends the frost and cold, the early shower. The seasons in their order, leaf and flower. AND OTHER POEMS. 41 The hills and vales with verdure clad, The birds that sing so sweetly, glad, Tell of His goodness, power, and prove His watchf\d care, His thonghtfnl love. The vastness of the mighty deep explore From deepest treasure bed to \itmost shore, The firmament, its beauty, ponder o'er. Who gives its brightness? learn to love, adore. From east to west, from polar frozen sea. Eternal frost and never ending cold, Lands of luxuriant foliage, gems and gold. And mountains snow-topped, grand, majestic, bold, All, all proclaim the power, the majesty Of God, who was and is, shall ever be. ^ THE SECRET OF THE LORD IS WITH THEM THAT FEAR HIM. Psalm XXV. 14. The finite mind may look in vain. The knowledge infinite to gain, And scoffers bold shall never know Where streams of knowledge freely flow. Locked is the heart, the ear, the mind. The soul is cold, the eye is blind. Faith, simple faith, sees all in love. And humbly bows to God above. Looks on the stars and seeks to trace His gracious hand in boundless space, Admiring with a searching eye The grandeur of the vaulted sky, 42 THE STONE CHURCH 15 E L L Adoring still thfit woiuVrous power, Which j^uards aiul keeps each day and hour. God will His secret now impart, To those who fear with loving heart, And will enlightiMi, gnard and bless, Filling the soul with righteousness. IN THE SEA'S DEEP BED. The war-ship " Victoria " collided with the war ship " Camperdowu '■ in the Mediterranean sea, June 22, 1893, and foundered, entombing 40u m "n, including Admiral Tryon and many officers. That floating fort of powerful mould, With banner bright, crew sturdy, bold, *' Victoria" shall ne'er again So proiidly plough the ocean's main ; A casket huge, for England's dead. She rests in Mediterranean's bed. Not by the thimdering battle shock. Not by the treacheious hidden rock. But 'mid the peaceful grand array, AVhen all was happy, bright and gay. The fatal crash, the riven side. The ship is helpless in the tide. A forward lurch, an after bound. The sea's deep bed is (piickly found. The blow was struck by friendly hand, Which laid bold Tryon and his band— A noble crew, both true and brave— Deep, deep beneath the restless wave. Great Britain's sons and daughters weep For those entombed in mighty deep Resting in death's cold, still embrace Within that mighty iron case. AND OTHER POEMS. 43 Until tlu> finul tnuniH't cull Witli blu.st prolonged, shall suiunion all. Tht'ir's is not the heroic name That 's written on the page of fame, Of victory won for Queen and land, Death in the struggle, noble, grand. But sad the tale which sj)eaks their fate. An awful death, disaster gi-eat. To duty true, th(nr work well done, These be their laurels, fairly won. Cheer Tho\i, O God, the mourners all, Let Thy sweet peace upon them fall. TOUCHING THE VISIT OF LORD AND LADY ABERDEEN. Almighty Father, whose most powerful hand Moved into space this world, in whom we stand. Author of all things pure, of life and light. Whose majesty supreme and power and might Controls the universe — so grand, so vast — Now in our time, as ever in the past, And in thy boundless, never-changing love Will ever look in mercy from above, Poiu' down upon us with Thy gracious hand Abundant blessings and protect our land, Make us a people godly, faithful, free, Dwelling in peace, our hope and trust in Thee. Our rulers bless with wisdom to discern Thy presence, and from Thee to humbly learn. That so with wisdom true and holy fear In duty's path may walk, with conscience clear. 44 THE STONE CHURCH BELL For him cjiUcd by our Kiufious Queen to ^uido Within this fsiir doumin — to here nhide — And for the partner of his honored life — At courtly scenes, in home, 'mid jjubhc strife— We pray Thy blessing on their regal roinul, And may warm greetings and sincere aboimd. Give them and theirs great happiness and ])eace, And guide and bless with Thy abiding grace. GOD SAVE THE QUEEN. On this, the twenty-fourth of May, We sing with joy and humbly pray, God save the Queen. To her may life and strength be given In boundless store from highest heaven, God save the Queen. May her long life, so good and pure, A reverence chiini which shall endure — God save the Queen. Within the heart of Christians all, Tn every land both great and small, God save the Queen. 'Mid trials great, affliction's rod, Her trust was in Almighty God,— God save the Queen. The same who kept great Israel's King, Who can alone true honors bring, God save the Queen. AND OTHER 1' OEMS 45 JVIiiy \U\ our (i()(l, all F.dhcr kind. Tho gicjitcr Hiitiiiii finiily biiul, God save thr Qiuu'U. That we her loyal subjects blest, In peace an