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reception and
found a hearty desire on the part of the people to co-operate with him
in his work. The foundations of the parish had already been
well and deeply laid in the hundred years of its existence a line of
distinguished and able men had ministered to its growth. What
they were and what they did are elements in the church that life [live]
today. The results of a faithful pastorate can never be
adequately known: the far reaching influence of a pastor's life and
work in a community are not mere matters of statistics. Upon
us rests a great responsibility which is all the more urgent because of
the faithfulness which belongs to the past. We cannot sit
still and simply enjoy the fruit of other men's labors. We
must
"Forget the steps already trod,
And onward urge our way."
The truest
appreciation of past achievements are shown by those who are in living
touch with the present and who lay wise plans for the future.
Since the present pastor [Rev. D. G.
McKay] began his labors, much has been accomplished that
gives him cause for gratitude. There has been a steady growth
in the number of communicants added. Already
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Mrs. Hannah Kidd -
died 1900
Mrs. Nettie Mitchell Christy
- died 1900
Mrs. J. G. McFate
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