General Conference Bulletin, vol. 1

RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED

L. T. NICOLA

Whereas, During the past two years, even in the midst of perplexities and difficulties, the prosperity of the Lord has been upon the various lines of work, and the new enterprises which have been started among us; and, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.2

Whereas, we see throughout the field the increasing evidence of God’s presence with us, and the influence of his Spirit upon the people, preparing them for the reception of the truth; therefore, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.3

1. Resolved, That we express to him our sincere thanks for the blessings which have attended our efforts in the past, and that we devote ourselves to him with renewed consecration for the future. GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.4

2. Resolved, That this Conference express its gratitude to the General Conference for the timely visit of Professor W. W. Prescott to Australasia, and its appreciation of the value of such a visit to the cause at this season; and further, that we extend to Professor Prescott a hearty welcome, and invite him to prolong his stay with us so long as he feels will be consistent with duty. GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.5

Whereas, The Foreign Mission Board, in harmony with the request of the Union and Australian Conferences, has consented to take the responsibility of the work in Queensland and Western Australia; therefore, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.6

3. Resolved, That these two colonies be treated as General Conference Mission fields, to be worked in harmony with the plans usually adopted in such territory. GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.7

4. Resolved, That we express our thanks to the General Conference Association for having taken over the responsibility of publishing the Bible Echo, and our gratitude for their appropriation of L200 toward defraying its editorial expense for the year 1894. GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.8

Whereas, We believe from the example of Christ, that ministering to the bodily infirmities of men, and instructing them how to live according to the laws of health, is an important part of gospel work; and, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.9

Whereas, The experience of our brethren in other fields has proved this kind of work to be the means of leading many souls to Christ and a knowledge of his truth; therefore, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.10

5. Resolved, That the Executive Committee be requested to take steps to commence such work in the various large cities of these colonies by the establishment of bath-houses, and depots for the supply of health foods, sanitary clothing, etc., as the way may open. GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.11

Whereas, The Southern Sentinel has been received with favor and appreciation, and has exerted a good influence in behalf of the truth, upon those among whom it has been circulated; and, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.12

Whereas, The efforts already put forth to increase the circulation have met with encouragement and success; therefore, — GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.13

6. Resolved, That we approve of the sentiment of the journal, and recommend both tract societies and individuals to give it a wider circulation by taking clubs for sale and gratuitous distribution, and by a systematic canvass for subscribers, in harmony with the plans recommended for this work. GCB January 1, 1896, page 655.14