History of Valleyfield and Congregation

Fflohing @rectings TO THE PEOPLE OF VALLEYFIELD O

In the journey of life there are experiences that leave memories of special pleasure. They rise from the ordinary routine as prominent peaks in a mountain range, a part of

all, yet very distinct. Among my very pleasant memories are many from Valleyfield.

I first visited Valleyfield in 1919. In July 1920, I was inducted into the Congregation, remaining there till July, 1928. My first official act there was amarriage service, happy augury to eight years of abundant labors, agreeable fellow- ship, and heartiest co-operation by a large number of earnest Christian workers. 1 thank God for the fellowship and bless-

ings Of those years. # Rev. John A. MacLellan I am very glad to have this opportunity of extending my personal greetings and best wishes to the Valleyfield con- gregation on the occasion of this hundredth anniversary. Many changes have come since Douse’s Road was first opened up for settlers, but through them all Valleyfield has grown and prospered. Richly blessed with many of God’s good gifts and under the guidance of Divine Providence may we hope and pray that this historic congregation may con- tinue through the years to build and maintain the cause of righteousness in the community and beyond it’s borders.

Rev. D. M. Sinclair

1840-1940. What changes have taken place in that period I What advances have been made I Present day com- forts and conveniences contrast sharply with conditions of a century ago, as the accompanying historical sketch shows.

Our ancestors in this place were godly men and women; devout, prayerful folk. With all our scientific discoveries have we advanced on, or even kept up with them, in the cul— tivation of spiritual things? For new conditions demand new powers.

May this anniversary be another Pentecost giving us power for present and future living. May it also be an occasion for rededication to the spiritual ideals valued by our fathers and mothers, who in their day were witnesses to the things of God, and lights to point the wayfarer and young to Christ.

Rev. A. J. Ebbutt