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and found a hearty desire on the part of the people to co-operate with him
in his work. The foundations of the parish had already been well and
deeply laid in the hundred years of its existence a line of distinguished
and able men had ministered to its growth. What they were and what
they did are elements in the church that life [live] today. The
results of a faithful pastorate can never be adequately known: the far
reaching influence of a pastor's life and work in a community are not mere
matters of statistics. Upon us rests a great responsibility which is
all the more urgent because of the faithfulness which belongs to the
past. We cannot sit still and simply enjoy the fruit of other men's
labors. We must
"Forget the steps already trod,
And onward urge our way."
The
truest appreciation of past achievements are shown by those who are in
living touch with the present and who lay wise plans for the future.
Since the present pastor [Rev. D. G. McKay]
began his labors, much has been accomplished that gives him cause for
gratitude. There has been a steady growth in the number of
communicants added. Already
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