land, and the general cause of Christian truth and Religious Liberty, call for increased exertions on the part of Unitarians. The meeting was then addressed by Rev. Mr. Stetson, of Medford, Rev. Mr. Parkman of Boston, Rev. Mr. May, of Brooklyn, Conn., Hon. Judge Story, and Rev. Mr. Dewey of New-Bedford. On motion of Rev. Mr. Hall, the resolutions were adopted by an unanimous vote. Our limits forbid a full account of the speeches. We give a few brief passages as reported by a gentleman present. Mr. Stetson, referring to the charge of sectarianism, said, The Unitarian Association has never acted on sectarian principles. it has never endeavored to build up a party. It has always discountenanced this. From the first, its aim has been to promote the great principles of Protestantism; the right of private judgment, and the sufficiency of the scriptures as a rule of faith and practice.-Its object has been to increase and extend a sincere faith in Christianity; to advance the cause of morality, righteousness, and true holiness; to diffuse sound principles in the community, to make men better, to make them Christians. The important influence of our religious principles and character as a people, on the stability of our political institutions, was thus referred to by Judge Story: Christianity must be the basis on which our institutions must rest. The signs of the times are fearful in this respect. There is rising up among us, in the very lower orders of society, infidelity of the worst kind. We In another part of our country, it is notorious that a different class of men,—that many in high stations of society are open infidels. Why is this? Simply because the forms of Christianity that have been presented to them, are such as they cannot believe. One great object of this Association, is to christianize this large class of our fellow citizens. wish to show them that we do not hold to any of those views which they deem so objectionable. We wish to send an Agent to these men, not to proselyte them to our doctrines, but to lead them to Christianity. Experience has shown that they will listen to us, that they will welcome our messengers, that they will embrace our views, that if we do our duty, they will become Christians. Mr. Dewey aid, I wish briefly to bear thy testimony in favor of the proposed measures. It may be advocated on broad and general principles. The great interests of mankind are concerned in every such movement as this. I did not believe ten years ago, that I should have had the fears for my country and the world, that I now have. There is now a mighty conflict of opinions. There is a movement going on in every sphere of society, an overthrowing of old established institutions, and a rushing to and fro of men's views and feelings in respect to the future. I cannot think upon the present state of society, without great and almost appalling fears. There is a call for us, an imperative call to do all we can to diffuse Christianity in the world so that all these commotions may lead to good. A PUBLIC MEETING OF UNITARIANS AT NEW-Bedford. meeting of the friends of Liberal Christianity was holden in Rev. Mr. Dewey's church, on the evening of Nov. 16th. The meeting was addressed by Rev. Mr. Dewey, and Alden Bradford Esq., at some length; explaining the objects to be promoted by an agent of the American Unitarian Association, and the importance of such an agent at the present time; accompanied by interesting remarks on the distinguishing views and sentiments of Liberal Christians. The meeting was adjourned to the evening of the 21st instant, when a committee before chosen reported several resolutions in favor of efforts for the cause. Several gentlemen addressed the meeting; Rev. Mr. Dewey, Mr. Bradford, Mr. Page, C. H. Warren, Esq., Messrs Morrison, Congdon and Clifford. A committee was then appointed to receive donations and subscriptions for the support of an agent. INSTALLATION AT PROVIDENCE. On Wednesday the 15th of November, Rev. Edward Brooks Hall, was installed as pastor of the First Congregational Society in Providence, R. I. Introductory Prayer and reading of the Scriptures by Mr Storer of Walpole; Sermon by Mr. Dewey, of New-Bedford, from Psalm xl. 9, 10. I have preached righteousness in the great congregation. I have not concealed thy loving kindness and thy truth,' &c.; Prayer of Installation by Mr. Parkman of Boston; Charge by Mr. Francis of Watertown; Right Hand of Fellowship by Mr. Farley, of the Westminster church in Providence; Address to the society by Mr. Stetson of Medford; Concluding Prayer by Mr. May, of Brooklyn, Conn.« INDEX. A. Adams, Hannah, lines on her Agency of the American Unita- Apology for Unitarianism, 72. Auxiliaries to Am. Unit. Assoc. B. Baker, Mrs. of Salem, 87. British and Foreign Unitarian England, Unitarianism there, 238. Extravagant doctrines illustrated by reference to Hindoo notions, 78. G. Gospel teaching by example, 209 -the principle of imitation peculiar to the Christian system, 213-perfection and pow. er of Christ's example, 216--this example a model of human excellence, 277---the virtues of Jesus, practicable, 217 -we must distinguish between the miraculous powers and the n.oral attainments of Jesus, 218. H. Harris, of Glasgow, Rev. Mr. his speech, 135. Harvard College, Orthodox complaints of it, 234. Human Ability, Dr. Wood's view of, 103, 168. I. Illustrations by Coleridge, 34. Imperfect influence of Christianity, 178. Impulses, Philosophy of Religious. 275. Ireland, Unitarianism there, 192, 238. Irish Unitarian Christian Society, 135. L. Locke on the Epistles, 186. M. Martineau, Miss Harriet, her books, 44, 190. 0. Oberlin, Memoirs of, 43. Ordinations, Rev. Ephraim B. Peabody, 46-Rev. Alanson Brigham and Rufes A. Johnson, 96. Philanthropic Society of the Divinity Schoo!, 85. Prayer, efficacy of, objections an swered, 145---immutability of the laws of nature, no objection to the efficacy of prayer, 148---God may influence some parts of the chain of causes and events without interfering with the known laws of nature, and thus may give efficacy to prayer without a miracle, 149, 151, 155---objections drawn from the inherent perfections of God, 157---though the essential character of God is unchangeable, yet his treatment of us may be varied according to our change of temper and character, 158-Prayer, its efficacy, 193-this efficacy promised in God's word, 194 ---is a rational doctrine, 197--prayer is a native instinct of the human soul, 197---prayer and effort never to be disjoined, 206---we must ask with entire submission, 207---doctrine of the efficacy of prayer, consolatory, 208. Preaching, its variety, 21. R. Reid, Rev. Mr, of Reading, his treatment of Mrs. Richardson, Religion, what is it? 241---cr- Religion of science, 97. 91. S. Sabbath, 1---the change respect- Salem Correspondence, &c. 86. T. Temperance, the Gospel virtue utility of our festival, 221--- U. 274. V. W. Well Spent Hour, 45. Woods, Rev. Dr., his views of |