Nassau, Bahamas, Aug. 18,1926… Dear Brethren:-

You have no doubt heard of the terrible storm which has swept over these islands three weeks ago. So far the loss of life has not been made known for certain, but at least several hundred have perished. Especially among the colored people in the outlying islands hundreds of houses were destroyed, and thousands made dependent upon charity. Through the Lord's mercy none of our brethren were lost, though many lost all their fruit, fruit-trees, and crops. Five young men were drowned at sea from Cherokee Sound, four of whom were happily saved this Spring in the great awakening God sent us. So we thanked God for His great mercy in showing them mercy ere judgment fell. It has stirred up some who hitherto have been deaf to the voice of God, and we trust will still lead to much spiritual blessing.

I have just had six weeks' meetings, almost nightly, at Spanish Wells, where the hall was filled each night, many of the hearers being recently born again, and very anxious to learn more of Him. Quite a number have been received into the gathering there, and more are concerned. Persecution is keen, and it has stirred up the saints to be worthy of it. There is much interest everywhere in these parts, and blessing also. "The Evangel" was safe in the harbor at home-a great mercy, as at the last moment we put off an intended trip. Had we gone on that trip, it would have led to the inevitable destruction of the vessel, as in that section every vessel was lost, and many drowned. Good is the God we adore. We expect to have a few weeks' meetings here in Nassau.

With love in our blessed Lord,

August Van Ryn.

(Relief for the sufferers may be sent to August Van Ryn, Marsh Harbor, Bahamas, or to Loizeaux Bros., who will transmit without delay.)