Bradford, the Church and Society began to receive the benefit of a legacy of four thousand dollars, left by her former husband, Abijah Moore Severy, the income of which is only to be used for the support of the gospel and sacred music in connection with the church and society.
All but two or three of the original members have died, or are infirm and unfit for active duty, and we trust are patiently awaiting the summons to go home.
In conclusion, as we look over the record of this church, while sad reverses have sometimes beclouded its history, the eye of faith can see the hand of Divine Providence that has interposed in her behalf, and though assailed by the winds of adversity, her march is onward and upward, through the strength of our Lord Jesus Christ. The church now numbers one hundred members.
A Summary Declaration of the Faith and Practice of the Baptist Church in South Gardner.
Standing resolutions and votes of the Church.
Resolved, That it is the duty of the pastor, clerk, or one of the deacons, to visit, or write to any member of this church, who shall neglect to attend the church conference, or forward to the church some communication, once in three months.
Resolved, That this church recommend to its members,