BROOKLYN, N.Y., NOVEMBER 30TH, 1948

BROOKLYN, N.Y., NOVEMBER 30TH, 1948

Dr. Arthur Morford.

Beloved Brother, — Pardon the delay in replying to your letter of the 30th ult. which my wife and I were glad to get, especially as affording information of Mr. Ide’s departure to be with the Lord and his burial.

His services in Teddington and in the Tract Depot will be greatly missed. We think of dear Mrs. Ide particularly, but we are assured that God will help her and her family. She has learned to trust Him, I am assured. Her family, as surrounding her, will be a comfort and Alfred and Alex will, under God, furnish needed ‘business’ help. Our prayers go up for them all. I need not speak of how much we shall miss Mr. Ide, for he was always ready to serve us.

Alan Ghinn’s sudden death saddens us. We have heard of it from many quarters, indicating what a place he had among the brethren. The Lord would assert His rights in such a one and we must learn to bow. But we feel much for the dear young wife, also Mrs. Ghinn, Snr.

We are thankful to hear of you both, also your dear mother. We had a letter from her lately. We thank you much for your kind invitation and what goes with it, house accommodation, car, etc. You will be aware that Mr. Gardiner has also invited us to stay with him during the time of the meetings and that we have accepted.

^[p. 403] My health is fairly good for me, and I am enabled to get about to meetings. I thank God much for His mercy, as you can understand. But my limitations are considerable, especially as addresses are beyond me. Readings, however, I am equal to by God’s help. I am hoping to be at Washington at Easter and Rochester in May, God willing.

My wife feels much the continuation of her eye trouble, but proves mercy from God and is helped in her heavy responsibilities.

Affectionately yours in Christ,
James Taylor.