BROOKLYN, N.Y., MARCH 29TH, 1944

BROOKLYN, N.Y., MARCH 29TH, 1944

Mr. S. McCallum.

Beloved Brother, — I note in your letter that you hoped to leave for the west on the 1st, and I send a line hoping it will reach you before you start. I was glad to hear from you and of the incidents relative to the Lord’s interests.

We had been grieved that your hand had been damaged, but I gather you are better, for which we thank God. I hope there is no permanent damage.

^[p. 340] I note the prevalence of illness in your parts when you wrote, but that there was recovery. We have had much illness also, and the Lord has taken four elderly brothers and sisters recently — our brother ——— will be buried tonight. He has been here for a long time, but, I regret to say, he has not been a help. This, however, would be contended by some in Manhattan, who made him a sort of a leader.

In regard to a stillborn babe, John the baptist, as you suggest, indicates that it should be regarded as God’s property — as created and redeemed — and should be cared for accordingly. Seemliness while administering burial, would be simple and own the sorrowful circumstances. We had one lately — John Elliott’s baby. The family and a few of the brethren attended. Ecclesiastes 12: 7 enters into this.

We shall be thinking of you as in the west, what a programme you have! and we count on your prayers for London. My wife and I were at Boston last weekend and found cheer indeed. The three meetings are now moving together in care, etc., and I believe are helped. Mr. Howell was at Summit and there are very good reports. Jim was at Montreal.

You will be aware that dear Mrs. Dean is with the Lord. Our hearts are with our dear brother.

My wife unites with love in Christ to Mrs. McCallum and you all.

Affectionately in Him,
James Taylor.