had been done there recently? Matt. xxvii. 35.-18. Were the Jews forced to crucify Jesus?-19. Does every one act wilfully when he commits sin? Jas. i. 13-15.-20. How did God defeat the wicked purposes of Christ's murderers?

JUNE 2. PETER'S PENTECOSTAL SERMON-PART 2.-Acts ii. 25-36.

NOTES.

Ver. 25. 'David,' in Ps. xvi. Ver. 27. 'In hell,' Christ could not have gone to the place of the impenitent, hell here means the unseen world, a state of separation from the scenes of life; 'corruption,' all others go through corruption to life, but Christ did not; he arose before the intended embalming of his body was effected. Ver. 28. Ways of Life,' path to heaven. Ver. 31. His soul,' David, in

Ps. x. speaks of Christ's resurrection, not of his own. Ver. 34. The Lord said, &c.,' the Father speaks to the Son. Ver. 36. Both Lord and Christ,' Lord over all things, and Christ the anointed Saviour to his church.

QUESTIONS.

1. Of what is this portion a part?-2. Jesus was buried, what followed his burial?-3. This resurrection he anticipated, how did it influence him?-4. Why may christians expect their flesh will rest in hope of a glorious resurrection? 1 Thes. iv. 14.-5. Will the corrupting of the body prevent its rising? 1 Cor. xv. 35-44.-6. As we know so little of the unseen world, how may we suppose God will show us the path to glory? Luke xvi. 22.--7. What effect should this prospect have upon us? 1 Cor. xv. 55-57.-8. David wrote concerning Christ, what was the difference between his burial and that of Christ?-9. What station does he say Jesus now occupies?-10. What do you understand by being at God's right hand? -11. When he was exalted to supreme power and glory, what did Jesus receive and confer on his church?-12. Do you believe that Jesus is still willing to give the spirit to them that ask him? Matt. vii. 11.-13. What, beyond blessing his friends, can Jesus do now that he is on the throne of heaven? verse 35.-14. What may we understand as Christ's foes?-15. What awaits those persons who die opposed to Jesus? Luke xix. 27.-16. Why should all love and serve Christ?-17. Is it possible to be indifferent toward the Son of God? Matt. xii. 30.-18. What may we know assuredly from Christ's resurrection and ascension?-19. How should we now feel toward the Lord Jesus Christ?

Entelligence.

Hull.-SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION.-The twenty-fifth anniversary of this important institution was held on Easter Monday, the 8th of April. In the afternoon the town schools were assembled in Waltham Street, Salem, and Bethel Chapels, and affectionately addressed by the Revds. Newman Hall, — Marris, and John Pulsford. The hymns by Mrs. Gilbert, which appeared in our last number were sung. In the evening the annual meeting was held in the Wesleyan Chapel, George Yard, when the treasurer, James Henwood, Esq., presided. The chapel was crowded to excess, and a deep interest was apparently excited to promote Sabbath school instruction. From an able report which was read by the Rev. James Sibree, ye give the following extract:-'Though this union has

done much during the last quarter of a century, yet, after all, their efforts have not even kept pace with the increase of our population. The estimated number of souls in Hull at this time is about 70,000. From very accurate calculations made by those who are well versed in such matters, ONE SIXTH at least, of these should be found in our Sabbath schools, which would make the number upwards of 11,000. But from a very recent and careful investigation, it appeared that in ALL the Sabbath schools belonging to the various denominations of Christians, there are not even so many as 8,000 scholars whose names are on the books. It is to be hoped that the new and energetic measures now in progress by the Christian church will, ere long, remedy the sad deficiency which now prevails.'

The following statistical information will show the present numerical strength of the Hull Sunday School Union-viz., 160 schools; 3,500 teachers; 13,877 children, and 154 adult scholars; 6,837 scholars are able to read the scriptures; 7,898 scholars attend day schools; 28 schools have select senior classes; 122 schools have libraries for the scholars; 2,198 teachers are members of Christian churches; 1,591 teachers were formerly Sabbath scholars; 218 scholars have become teachers during the past year; 115 scholars have become members of churches during the past year.

From the DEPOSITORY have been issued since the last anniversary 22,325 publications, including 890 Bibles, and 1709 Testaments, and 53 library books. Grants of books have been made during the year amounting to £3. 2s. 10d.

Resolutions of a practical character, urging the importance of a vigorous effort, to improve existing schools, and to open new schools where needed, &c., were unanimously adopted; and excellent observations were made by the chairman, Revds. Messrs. Stratton, E. Morley, Marris, — Whitehead, and other friends. The annual sermon to the teachers was preached in the Baptist chapel, George Street, on the following evening, by the Rev. Wm. McConkey, from the 19th chapter of Proverbs and 2nd verse, That the soul be without knowledge is not good.'

Manchester.-The Sunday school at Chapel-street chapel has recently sustained a serious loss, in the removal from Manchester of its valued superintend ent, Mr. William Milroy. He had laboured many years, humbly, but efficiently, as an acceptable teacher, prior to his selection to the office of superintendent; and such was the confidence reposed in him by the brethren, that he was, along with his colleague, twice chosen to the deaconship by the unanimous voice of the church. The teachers of the schools, as well as many of the youth among the scholars, regretted his departure to Northampton. A special and deeply affecting service was held in the chapel on Tuesday, 2nd April, to commend him and his family to the divine blessing, and take farewell of them. On that occasion, as an expression of fraternal attachment and respect, a handsome copy of the 'Pictorial Bible,' Cruden's Concordance,' and 'Vaughan on Congregationalism,' were presented to Mr. Milroy, in the name of the teachers, in the presence of the pastor and many sincerely sorrowing friends. On the first leaf of Cruden's Concordance was written the following inscription:- Presented, (along with a copy of the Pictorial Bible, and Vaughan on Congregationalism,) to Mr. William Milroy, superintendent of the Sunday school, Chapel-street Chapel, Salford, as a token of affectionate respect and esteem from the teachers of the school, whose names are subjoined, and who unitedly commend him and his family to the covenant blessings which are made and confirmed in Jesus Christ our Lord. April

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2nd, 1844. Chapel-street Chapel.' (Here follow the names of fifty-three teachers and other officers of the school.)

Manchester.-CANNON-STREET.-On the evening of Good Friday a social and very interesting tea party, composed of the Sunday school teachers, the congregation, and friends of Cannon-street Chapel was held in the School room belonging to that place of worship, for the purpose of presenting a tribute of regard to their much esteemed pastor, the Rev. Samuel Bradley, on his retirement from the christian ministry. The memorial consisted of a handsome tea and coffee service, complete, with spoons, china, and trays, and bore the following inscription:- Presented by the Congregation in Cannon-street Chapel, to the Rev. Samuel Bradley, on his retirement from the pastorate, as a memento of the gratitude and affection with which they shall ever review his prolonged, zealous, and successful labours. Manchester, April 5th, 1844.' The friends testified their respect to Mrs. Bradley by presenting her with an elegant silver inkstand. The value of the articles together was £74 16s. There were from 400 to 500 persons present at the meeting, which was addressed by the Rev. T. G. Lee, and the Rev. William McKerrow, besides various members of the congregation.

Nottingham.--Arthur Wells, Esq., solicitor, of this town, has for many years been devotedly engaged in every work of faith connected with the Castle-gate Meeting-house. In the Sunday schools he has been prominent, happy, and beloved. At a recent tea-party held in Houndsgate school room, a presentation of a highly-chased and massive silver salver, valued at £30, was made to him as an expression of the cordial esteem in which he is universally held. The Rev. S. Mc. All delivered a very suitable address. Mr. Wells returned his heart-felt thanks; and various other friends then delivered their feelings. The salver has the following inscription: - Presented to Mr. Arthur Wells, solicitor, by the minister and various friends connected with the church, congregation, and Sunday schools of Castle-gate Meeting, Nottingham, as a memorial of their high esteem for his Christian character, and in respectful acknowledgment of his "readiness to every good work," April 18th, 1844.'

Oldham.- ST. JAMES' CHURCH, GREENACRES MOOR.-The Sunday school teachers connected with this church have lately presented to the Rev. W. F. Walker, M.A., a superb pocket communion service, together with a silver bread tray to his excellent and useful lady.

Stonesby.-The Rev. W. L. Fowke, on retiring from the curacy of this parish, had, among other proofs of affection by the inhabitants, an elegant silver penholder presented him by the Sunday school children of the village.

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[We copy the following heart-rending narrative from a recent number of the Madras Athenæum:]

'A Brahmin died, leaving a young wife, aged 17, and other relatives, but no children. On the morning of the 20th the woman deelared her intention of sacrificing herself upon the funeral pile of her husband; and a wealthy relative having offered to defray the expenses,