We have received very interesting letters from our brother Woodhams and other members, of his party giving account of many details of their work. Through the Lord's great goodness they were able to make a prompt beginning with the real work of the gospel, although having their hands very full in preparing buildings and getting material matters well established, but all has gone on very happily. The sisters have found a ready field for their service amongst the children, large numbers of whom are going to the school for instruction. The Doctor, in addition to his professional work among the missionaries who have come from a distance for help, and with the natives who avail themselves in large numbers of his services, has also been enabled to preach the gospel in the language which is the general medium of intercourse between the tribes. Meanwhile the whole party are diligently studying the language peculiar to the natives in that section and are making satisfactory progress. It is a matter of real thanksgiving that the health of the entire party is excellent; indeed, distinct and marked improvement in health has been noticed. We add some extracts from the various letters that will be of interest and stimulate our prayers.

As announced in a previous number, we have had the great pleasure and profit of a visit from our dear brother Wilson from the Westcott Mission in Africa. He has given as much of his furlough as he felt free to devote to th's service, in visiting quite a number of Assemblies in the Eastern part of this country where his addresses on the Lord's work in Africa were greatly appreciated, and much
interest stirred and gratitude aroused in hearing of the large number of conversions and the manifest tokens of the Lord's blessing upon that work. Our brother had a number of pictures of African conditions which added to the interest. He has now returned to England to spend the remainder of his furlough there, expecting to return to the scene of his service in the early Spring. Our prayers and affectionate interest follow our dear brother, and we trust that this visit will strengthen the ties of brotherly fellowship between the saints on both side of the sea.

From the same work we have word that our brother William Amies is on his way to this country for his furlough. The climate there is so trying that foreigners cannot safely remain beyond the regular time recognized as the safety limit. We shall expect to learn even more of the details of the work from this visit of one well-known to many of us.

Before very long also, we are expecting the return of our brother Gross and family from Nigeria, where he has been engaged in work amongst the natives. It is hoped that this visit of our brother Gross will either make plain whether he should continue his work in that section of the country, or perhaps, on his return to Africa, form a station near our brother Woodhams where the work can be carried on in fellowship, although separated by some distance.

We have learned of interesting missionary meetings in various places, of which we hope to speak a little more definitely from accounts of those who take part in them. At present we can only express our gratitude for the work done in this way and press its importance upon all. The suggestion to devote one of the prayer meetings a month especially to the Foreign Work has been followed with good results in a good many places. It is probably not good to attempt to multiply meetings, and surely we can devote one meeting a month to this special department of the Lord's work in the "regions beyond."
FINANCIAL MINISTRY

We are glad to learn that a steady stream of ministry is coming in either through the Bible Truth Depot, or through the committee of brethren who have this special work in charge. This is cheering, as we cannot forget that those who are sent out are dependent upon the Lord for their support, and He looks to us, and we surely are glad of the privilege to be donors of the bounty to those who have "gone forth in His Name taking nothing of the Gentiles." Sometimes this ministry is sent directly to one field or laborer. At other times it is left to the judgment of the committee; but in any case the funds are sent to those for whom they were intended, and they are requested to answer directly to the donors. In this way a close connection between the laborers in the field and the saints is maintained. The purpose of the committee is not to eliminate this personal contact, but simply to act as agents for the saints. On the other hand very many who have a deep interest in the Lord's Work at home and abroad have no special reason for sending to an individual station or laborer, and leave such details to the discretion of the committee. Where this is done the donors are notified as to the destination of their funds, and letters are encouraged from the missionaries to these wherever practicable. It is the desire that all official character should be eliminated as far as possible from this service. We surely can thank our beloved brethren for their willingness to give their time and labor, and trust the Lord's rich blessing will follow it all.

FOREIGNERS AT OUR DOORS

Perhaps some feel that they are not privileged to be actively engaged in work among foreigners because they cannot go abroad, but God has opened a remarkable field of service in this regard at our very doors. There are vast numbers of Italians, Slovenians, Hungarians, Poles, and other nationalities, who are living in almost every town. Gospel tracts are printed in all these languages. It would be a very distinct service for the saints to visit these foreign sections with gospel literature which they would find often very willingly received by the people. We know of one place where the young sisters have visited in the homes of the Italians and secured the attendance of quite a number of the children at the regular Sunday School. Of course these little ones know the American language and go to the schools, but there are foreigners who need the gospel, and therefore can well come under the heading of foreign work. Are there not others who could find an opening of a similar kind? Perhaps they may not be able to reach many, but even if one foreign-born child is brought to the knowledge of the truth through the Sunday School work it will amply repay for all prayer and careful effort in this direction.

We add a few letters from other workers on the foreign field. Let us not forget to pray constantly to the Lord of the Harvest, that He will not only send forth laborers into His harvest, but guide, bless and sustain them in their labor of love.

We add, as far as space will permit, a number of interesting letters.

468 Shimo Shibuya, Tokyo.

Beloved Brethren:Nov. 20,1925.

My wife and I with our two little boys, are rejoicing over the coming of our brother and sister Gustav Koll from Barmen, Germany, to join us in the work of the Lord here in Japan. The Japanese brethren and sisters also heartily welcome them.

Yesterday we had a happy fellowship meeting and tea at our house, expressing our thanks to the Lord and our welcome to them, with prayer for the Lord's guidance and blessing. 22 were present, and more would have come if they could. Brother Koll gave news of the work with which he was associated in China for the past 12 years, illustrated with maps and pictures. I interpreted for him.

We have found a house for them not far from our place, and they are staying with us until it is ready.

On the way from Germany they passed through England and the United States, visiting many assemblies of the Lord's people on the way. They both speak English well.

Brother G. C. Willis of Shanghai (associated with some brethren working in the southern part of China) also happened to be in Japan at the time our brother and sister arrived, and with me met them at the steamer. Brother Ando of Fujisawa was also with us at the steamer. Brother Willis came over from Shanghai to meet brother and sister McDowell of Montreal and bro. Dr. Dashwood of Atlanta, Georgia, who arrived at Yokohama four days later on their way for a visit to China. We do hope and pray that ere long their company and our company and others who meet in like manner in the Lord, may be again together in truth and in love as our Lord desires.

We anticipate that brother and sister Koll will be a great help in the work here. They have made a good start at the language already. Brother Koll's knowledge of the Chinese characters and his experience in China, will be of help to him.

The work in the Hinghwa district of Kiang-Su Province is going on nicely. There are now two couples, one brother (brother Gustav Koll’s brother, Wilhelm), and four sisters in connection with the work there; beside half a dozen or so of the Chinese brethren who engage more or less in the work of the gospel.

So brother Koll believes the Lord has called him now to enter the needy field of Japan. His wife, whom he married in Germany last April, is of one mind with him in the work.

They expect to make a visit to the brethren in China in February, the Lord willing. And I am looking to the Lord as to going with them, for the purpose also of visiting some of the Japanese communities over there with the gospel, as I did seven years ago. We think too of visiting brother Kautto in the north of China, seeing the work there and giving him some cheer from the Lord. Thus, the Lord so prospering, we shall return through Manchuria and Korea, where there are multitudes of Japanese.

May the Lord send others to help brother Kautto in the needy field where he is. Oh, that the Lord's people (ourselves included) were more keenly awake to the value of the souls of men in the sight of the Lord!

I have lately produced several new gospel tracts in Japanese. Some are translation from the English, some also are reprints.
There is a wide open door and much inquiry constantly, and souls are coming on in the knowledge of the true God and His Son our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, in the midst of the prevailing darkness and idolatry.

I could write more items of interest but have not time.

We feel the need more than ever now of a larger and more suitable meeting and preaching place in Tokyo, a matter which I have mentioned several times in the News Letters.

We count on the prayers of our brethren and sisters.

We all here send much love in the Lord to all who receive these tidings,

Affectionately yours in Him, E. B. Craig.

Los Angeles, Calif.

Beloved Brother:- Dec. 23,1925.

We have abundant cause for thankfulness in that gospel literature supplied by us is in great and ever-increasing request. There are many open doors and there are many adversaries who are doing all in their power to keep the literature out of the hands of those for whom it is intended. Thank God, what they are doing is turning out for the furtherance of the gospel. We trust we may soon be able to respond adequately to the appeals for help addressed to us from Russia; consequent upon restrictions imposed by the government of that country we can only send small supplies by mail, via Poland. We are looking to the Lord in regard to this. W. H. Crabteee.

Tonneins, France.

Dear Brethren in Christ:-

The Lord is still encouraging us and there is much to do. The field is enlarging; new doors of service are opening and we see others that could be opened up, but we can only look at them as we are alone and have our hands well filled. Day by day I ask the Lord to raise up laborers as I see the great need around us far and wide. Last month I was on a trip for two weeks, and the Lord brought me in contact with new people.

You will be glad to hear that, with the help of Mr. and Mrs. Lacombe, I have started to publish a gospel paper for children; it is sent free to all. I have already received many encouraging letters.

Yours in our coming Lord and Saviour, Louis J. Germain.

New York, N. Y.

Dear Brother:- Dec. 22,1925.
In company with brother West we reached Portuguese, Indians, Cingalese, Scotch, English, Hindu and Chinese sailors. Had a very profitable talk with a Captain A. J. Philip, he is not far from the Kingdom of God. Will you kindly remember this man in prayer.

J. Campbell, on S. S. Ansonia, has since accepted Christ as his own personal Saviour.

Very affectionately yours in Christ, Walter Peters.