I have great confidence that these brethren will bring good tidings to the Conference in 1880. ORDINATION. The church at Terrebonne asked that Samuel Smith, who had for several years exercised his gifts as a preacher, and who was known to the brethren as a thoroughly good man, be ordained to the Gospel ministry. The church at Lafourche Crossing presented the name of William Reed, who had supplied their pulpit for one year; and Thomas E. Hillson, of New Orleans, who was licensed two years ago, applied in his own name for ordination. The examination of the candidates was faithful and searching, and was well sustained. It was unanimously approved, and the public services of ordination took place on Saturday night, in the presence of a very large and deeply interested audience. THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. I have reserved till now the narrative of one of the most wonderful and precious revivals it has been my privilege to witness. Occurring in connection with the sessions of the Conference, it seemed like the Divine benediction upon our work. The pastor, Rev. Wm. Butler, said to me on my arrival, “We want revival services every night. I have announced them, and the people expect them.” No special services had been held, and no conversions had occurred; but the people were anticipating the Conference with great expectations of good. The first night the church was filled. As Moderator I preached the annual sermon to an attentive and tender audience. At the conclusion of my sermon the pastor said to me, “Call out the mourners.” I said, “No; wait until to-morrow night.” In my heart I did not expect a revival to begin the first night. The early morning prayer meeting was a rich spiritual feast; the discussions during the day were marked by perfect harmony. At night the church was packed. The spirit of God was manifestly present. Mr. Hall and Mr. Ward preached effectively. Those desiring to become Christians were invited forward to the “mourner’s seat.” Thirteen responded. The good work had begun, and we had only to “wait and see the salvation of God.” An inquiry meeting was held in connection with the morning prayer meeting. Those who came proved by their words and manner how deeply God had convicted them of sin, and their need of a Saviour. Night came again, and with it an eager, crowded assembly. Mr. James preached earnestly, and the number of inquirers was increased to twenty.