Prisons and Prayer; Or, a Labor of LoveWheaton, Elizabeth Ryder
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Prisons and Prayer; Or, a Labor of Love
Wheaton, Elizabeth Ryder
Evangelistic work; Prisons
Yes, I have placed all my life in God's hands and have begun my
work here; but, being a convict, I am much hindered. Therefore,
in order to do a more abundant and faithful service, I desire my
freedom. If I get it, I will try and enter the Moody Institute
and take a course of training for the work. Mrs. K. is anxious to
have me do so.
Our chaplain will preside over our Christian Endeavor Society. I
recently sent out my report to be read at the Boston convention
in session the 10th inst., and I ventured, in the light of all
events, to place the following motto over our penitentiary:
"Wisconsin Prison for Christ" for the coming year, and by the
time of the next convention, I hope to be out to represent the
Christian Endeavor boys.
Brother H. told me of a song you sing. "Some Mother's Child" is
the song. Will says it is simply sublime and I ought to have it.
Such songs turn the mind back to home and to the memory of fond
parents and loved ones. Such pieces are always very sacred to me.
God bless you and spare you for many years to come, that you may
continue to be a Mother to the prisoners of earth. Write me when
you can.
I am your loving little son, "In His Name,"
ALBERT.
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Waupun, Wis., Nov. 27, 1895.
My Dear Mother:
Your excellent letter duly at hand. Both Brother Colgrove and I
were surprised, for we had concluded that God in His infinite
love and wisdom had carried you home.
I am at work here in the official building, in the office of our
dear chaplain. Brother Colgrove is in the hospital across the
hall from our office. I have talked with the chaplain about your
coming, and he says to tell you to come and stay two weeks. He
would like to have you spend two Sundays, and in the meantime we
will no doubt, under the present warden, be able to secure the
evenings during the week for a series of revival meetings.
Lovingly your son in the work,
ALBERT.
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