Highland Chrch

(1891-?)

The Gospel Messenger Sept. 1, 1891 page 541 Vol. 29 No. 34

Church Organized. – I have just returned form the Dayton country, Washington, where we had some meetings. We met in council to consider the propriety of organizing and getting into working shape. It was decided to unanimously to organize in the general order of the Brethren, and to be known as the “Highland” church. We proceeded to elect one minister and one deacon.  The lot for minister fell on Ernest Hopkins; for deacon on Wilbur Hopkins.  Both are brethren of fine talent, and both were duly installed with much solemnity.  The Brethren at this point seem to be very hopeful for the prospects of the future. Isolated as they are, they have no meetings unless some ministering brother stops with them.  We agreed to meet with then once a month until they get fairly started in the work.  We expect to have a Communion at this point sometime during the coming fall. – S. Hodgden, Moscow, Idaho, Aug. 18.