Minutes of the Magee's Creek Baptist Association, Washington Parish, Louisiana Terry's Creek Church, October 13th, 14th and 15, 1888 Submitted by Don W. Johnson Prepared by Carolyn Brumfield Henderson, February 5, 2000 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ************************************************ . TIPS FOR SEARCHING RECORDS ON THE INTERNET Netscape & Ms Explorer users: If searching for a particular surname, locality or date while going through the records in the archives or anywhere....try these few steps: 1. Go to the top of the report you are searching. 2. Click on EDIT at the top of your screen. 3. Next click on FIND in the edit menu. 4. When the square pops up, enter what you are looking for in the FIND WHAT ___________blank. 5. Click on DIRECTION __DOWN. 6. 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The manuscript was furnished them by me on November 1st, 1888, since then I had written several letters and receiving no answer called on them in person, the work not being complete I have placed it in the city to be printed and delivered, which I hope will be satisfactory. Respectfully yours, M. J. Pitman, Clerk. MINUTES OF THE Magee's Creek Baptist Ass'n, Held With The Terry's Creek Church, October 13th, 14th and 15th, A.D. 1888 ----------------- FIRST DAY The Magee's Creek Baptist Association met with the Terry's Creek Church, Pike County, Mississippi, October 13, A.D., 1888. At the appointed hour the Introductory Sermon was preached by Elder W. J. Fortenberry from Romans twelfth chapter and 2nd verse, "And be not conformed to the world. But be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." After thirty minutes intermission the delegates assembled in the house, sang hymn No. 197, Dyer's Psalmist; prayer by Elder Eady. The Moderator declared the Association in order for business. Brothers G. D. Lewis and Elder G. N. Bankston Were appointed reading clerks. Brothers Elias McDaniel and C. J. Burch were appointed a committee on finance. The Moderator called for the letters from the churches, which were furnished by the delegates, read by the clerks and statistics recorded. Elected officers for the ensuing year, Brothers M. S. Wilson and K. M. Johnson acting tellers, which resulted as follows: Elder W. J. Fortenberry, Moderator; N. Graves, Treasurer and M. J. Pitman, Clerk. Brother. R. N.McElveen was appointed to preach at the stand. The Moderator declared the Association duly organized for business. Rules of Decorum read by the Clerk. Next gave opportunity for the reception of churches, when Monroe's Creek presented a petitionary letter, together with a letter of dismission from the West Pearl River Association, was received and the Moderator gave her delegate the right hand of fellowship. Preaching Committee: Brothers T. F. Wilson, Howel McDaniel, F. M. Burch, Asa Pierce and Jason Bateman were appointed a committee to arrange preaching during the session. The Moderator invited visiting ministers to seats with us. Received correspondence: From the West Pearl River, a letter and package of minutes by the hand of our clerk, but no messenger. From the Mississippi River, a letter by the hand of her messengers, Brothers R. L. Drown and M. N. bond. From the Bogue Chitto, Brother V. C. Caney as messenger, but no letter. Arranged correspondence: To the West Pearl River, Brothers J. C. Lewis and H. A. Wainright; Brother J. C. Lewis to write. To the Mississippi River, Brothers Van Bankston and M. T. Alford: Van Bankston to write. To Pearl River, Elders J. B. Pound and T. B. Fortenberry; G. D. Lewis to write. To Bogue Chitto, Elders J. E. Davis and J. E. Bilbo; Elder W. H. Shilling to write. The preaching committee submitted a partial report, which was read and received as follows, viz: Brother R. N. McElveen to introduce the service at 10 1/2 o'clock by singing and prayer; Elder F. W. Eady to preach; fifteen minutes intermission; Elder W. J. Fortenberry to preach a sermon on Missions and close the service. APPOINTMENTS. On abstracts: Elder W. H. Shilling, and Brothers G. D. Lewis and M. J. Pitman. On Sabbath Schools: Elders G. N. Bankston and F. W. Eady. On motion adjourned until Monday morning at 9 o'clock, sang Hymn No. 3 Dyer's Psalmist. Closing prayer by Elder G. N. Bankston. SABBATH EXERCISES. The Sabbath service was conducted as per appointment. Brother R. N. McElveen introduced the service by singing and prayer. Elder F. W. Eady preached from Acts, chap. 11, verse 14, "Who shall tell words whereby thee and all thou and all they house shall be saved;" fifteen minutes intermission; Elder W. J. Fortenberry preached from second chapter of Paul to Titus, verses 13 and 14, "Looking for that blessed hope and the glorious appearing of the great God and Our Saviour Jesus Christ. Who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify unto himself a peculiar people zealous of good works." SECOND DAY. The Association met persuant to adjournment. Sang Hymn No. 285 Dyer's Psalmist; opening prayer by Elder J. N. Fortenberry. Called the roll and marked absentees. The preaching committee submitted their final report, which was received and committee discharged, to wit: Elder J. N. Fortenberry to preach at the stand at 10 1/2 o'clock and close the service. F.M. BURCH, JASON BATEMAN, ASA PIERCE, T.F. WILSON, H. McDANIEL. Letters of correspondence was read and adopted to the following associations: To the Bogue Chitto, West Pearl River, Pearl River, and Mississippi River. Voted on petitions for the association next year. When Smyrna was selected, three and a half miles east of Holmesville, on the Holmesville and Columbia road, Pike county, Miss. On motion, Elder J. B. Pound was appointed to preach the next introductory sermon, and Elder J. E. Bilbo, alternate. REPORTS The following reports was read and adopted: On sabbath Schools, see Appendix A. On Abstracts, see Appendix B. On obituaries, see Appendix C. On Finance, see Appendix D. MISSIONARY REPORT. Dear Brethren: In compliance with the appointment of your body I have served twelve days, traveled 183 miles, preached eleven sermons, received by experience four, baptized none. Respectfully submitted. W.J. FORTENBERRY On motion, Brothers G. D. Lewis, C. J. Burch and Jason Bateman, was appointed a committee on obituaries. On motion, the resolution passed last year holding the association alternately on each side the Bogue Chitto river, was recinded. RESOLUTIONS. Resolved, That the Moderator of this association be authorized to appoint a committee of two members from each church composing this association, as a mission committee to raise funds for the Mission cause, to be sent up to the next meeting of this body for the purpose of employing a Missionary to labor in the destitution. COMMITTEE New Zion - W. H. Moore and W. L. Davis Union - W. D. Holmes and J. K. Fortenberry. Bogue Chitto - F. M. Burch and Nelson Simmon. Mt. Nebo - M. T. Alford and Van Bankston St. Line - W. P. Crain and J. W. Pigott. Beulah - Asa Pierce and E. D. Crawford. Sharon - B. B. Hughes and M. V. B. Hughes. Pleasant Hill - S. D. McElveen and C. M. Breland. Terry's Creek - I. F. Wilson and James Travis. Line Creek - J. C. Wilson and Wm. Lee. Spring Creek - G. D. Lewis and R. Strickland. Zion Hill - Iddo Ball and Stephen Pitman. Franklinton - Jason Bateman and D. F. Fail. Mt. Olive - N. Pigott. Mt. Pisgah - C. J. Burch and A. L. Simmon Smyrna - K. M. Johnson and T. D. Richmond. Erwin's Creek - J. C. Lewis and Joseph Cutrer. Friendship - H. A. Halton and R. K. Breaden. Monroe's Creek - J. E. Bilbo, Sr., and Lewis Crain Hays Creek - L. H. Bankston and M. J. Pitman. Resolved, That the Clerk superintend the printing and distribution of 700 copies of the minutes and that he be authorized to draw on the Treasurer for funds to defray the expenses of the same. Resolved, That the Clerk be allowed $15 00 for his services, and that the Treasurer be authorized to pay the same. Resolved, That the thanks of this association be tendered to the brethren and sisters of Terry's Creek Church, and the good friends, for their kind hospitality offered us during our stay among them. Resolved, That this association pay her messengers $1 per day for their services, and that the Treasurer be authorized to pay the same on presentation of their vouchers at the next meeting of this association. Sang Hymn No. 252 Dyer's Psalmist; closing prayer by Elder W. H. Shilling. On motion, adjourned to meet with the Smyrna Church, Pike county, Miss., on Saturday before the second Lord's day in October, A. D., 1889 W. J. Fortenberry, Moderator. M.J. Pitman, Clerk. APPENDIX. A - Report on Sabbath Schools. We, your committee on Abstract, beg leave to make the following report, to wit: Zion Hill reports some accessions, T. B. Fortenberry, pastor. Pleasant Hill reports nothing of importance, nine accessions, T. W. Eady, pastor Mt. Nebo reports a spirit of prayer, some additions, good Sabbath school, W. H. Shilling, Pastor. Line Creek asks the prayers of the association, seven additions, Sabbath school, J. N. Fortenberry pastor. Hays Creek reports nothing cheering, W. J. Fortenberry pastor. New Zion reports peace and harmony, flourishing Sabbath school, some accessions, W. J. Fortenberry pastor. Union reports peace and in a growing condition, J. B. Pound pastor. Friendship reports gradual increase, good Sabbath school, J. R. Boham pastor. Smyrna reports nothing cheering, A. F. Davis pastor. Mt. Pisgah reports flourishing condition, good Sabbath school, J. N. Fortenberry pastor. Erwin's Creek reports peace, good Sabbath school, no supply. Franklinton reports revival, good Sabbath school, Chas. Sheppard pastor. Spring Creek reports prosperous condition, good Sabbath school, W. H. Shilling pastor. Sharon reports nothing of interest, J. N. Fortenberry pastor. Terry's Creek reports nothing of importance, good Sabbath school, W. H. Shilling pastor. Bogue Chitto reports gradual increase. W. J. Fortenberry pastor. State Line reports great revival, 33 additions, W. J. Fortenberry pastor. Monroe's Creek reports prosperity, good Sabbath school, J. E. Bilbo, Jr., pastor. Mt. Olive, not represented. W. H. Shilling, Chairman, G. D. Lewis, M. J. Pitman. C - Obits.... We, your committee on obituaries, beg leave to submit the following report, viz: That several of our churches have had loved ones removed since our last meeting, we report nineteen deaths out of 1757. To the bereaved we tender our sympathy. We herewith present what has been sent up from the churches. Two we can only give the names of, as their is no obituary from their churches - Clifton Cutrer and Thompson Anders. Mary E. Futch was born in 1840, died at her son-in-laws in Pike County, Miss., August 20, 1888; she married Thomas Futch, 1858; was baptized into the fellowship of New Zion Church in 1856, and lived a faithful and exemplary member; she was a faithful companion and mother, a kind friend, and was esteemed by all that knew her; was the daughter of C. K. and Narcissa Fortenberry; she leaves a husband, eight children and five grandchildren to mourn her loss. " Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, from henceforth sayeth the spirit. They shall rest from their labors and their works do follow them." Sarah A. Pigott. Sister Pigott was the daughter of Brother and Sister S. A. Blackwell; was born in Pike county February 9, 1867; she united with New Zion Church in August 1886, and lived an exemplary member until her death, in December 1886; she was married to Brother Charles E. Pigott, with whom she lived a loving companion until November 4, 1887, when death called her home. Alas! that one would be called so young; her funeral was preached by Elder W. J. Fortenberry. Cintha Warner. Sister Warner was the daughter of Thomas and Nancy Pigott; she was born in Washington Parish, Louisiana, October 6, 1847, and died August 1, 1888, aged 40 years 10 months and 25 days; she moved with her parents to Marion county, Mississippi, 1858; united with St. Line Church in 1864; she moved her membership to New Zion Church, Pike County, Mississippi, where she remained until her death; she married Eli Warner, December 25, 1866. Sister Warner was a good wife and faithful mother. Sarah R. Crain. wife of Deacon W. P. Crain, and daughter of Thomas Bickham and Cretia Bickham, his wife. Sister Crain was born in Washington Parish, December 28, 1856; she united with the church at State Line, August 1887; she died August 22, 1888, aged 31 years 7 months and 24 days; she leaves a husband and one child, with many relatives and friends to mourn her loss, yet we have an assurance of meeting her in that better land where the spirit of just men and women are made perfect and confirmed in the state of inconceivable perfection. Gehee Dykes. Brother Dykes was born in Tangipahoa parish, Louisiana, about the year A. D. 1833, and was about 55 years of age; was the son of Jacob and Catherine Dykes. Brother Dykes was taken sick in July 1887, and departed this life January 21, 1888; Brother Dykes married Matilda Bell January 7, 1874; united with Line Creek Church September 26, 1880, and remained a faithful member until his death; he leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss. Eliza Suter. Sister Suter was born in Pike county, Mississippi, April 7, A. D. 1819; was married to Joseph Suter January 2, 1834; united with Union Church, 1839; died September 25, 1888, aged 69 years 5 months and 18 days; she leaves an afflicted husband, one son, three daughters and twenty-one grandchildren to mourn her loss, but their loss is her eternal gain; her funeral service was conducted by Elder W. J. Fortenberry, text: "For I am not ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the Faith, henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge shall give me at that day, and not to me only but until all them also love his appearing." Lutetia McDaniel. Sister McDaniel was the daughter of Benjamin and Elizabeth Blades; she was born in 1863; married Charlie McDaniel in A. D. 1880; joined Spring Creek Church June 27, 1880, where she remained a faithful member until in the triumphs of faith she fell asleep in the arms of Jesus, February 22, 1888. Sister McDaniel lived as her calling demanded, a devoted christian, a good companion and a pious mother; she was ever ready to aid those in want, and admonish in that Christian like spirit it pleased our Heavenly Father that her affliction should be long, and when brought to the margin stream of death she called her companion and friends around her and spoke of the joys of heaven, and admonished them to meet her in that blest abode; her words will live while her body sleeps in the grave. Sister McDaniel left a husband and three children, but in six days it pleased the Lord to remove little Fannie, infant daughter, aged 5 months and 5 days, to join the celestial hosts. The funeral service was conducted by Elder W. H. Shilling: Text: "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth. Yea, said the spirit that they may rest from their labors, and their works do follow them." May the Lord bless the bereaved. When faith and love which parted from thee never, Had ripened thy just soul to dwell with God, Meekly thou didst resign this earthly load, Of death called life which us from life doth sever, Thy works and alms and all thy good endeavors, Stayed not behind nor in the grave were trod, But as faith pointed with her golden rod, Followed thee up to joy and bliss for ever. Love lead them on and faith who knew them best, Before the Judge who henceforth bid thee rest, And drink they fill of pure immortal streams. Sarah A. Brumfield Sister Brumfield was born December 17, 1835; was the daughter of Wm. Lewis; she joined Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church July 18, 1853, remained a member of the same twenty-two years eight months and twenty days, drew her letter April 8, 1876, and placed it in Beulah Church April 16, 1876; where she remained a member until death; she lived as her calling demanded, a true christian; she died March 3, 1888; she leaves six children and a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn their loss, but their loss is her gain, and may we all prepare to meet her pure and gentle spirit in the sweet land of rest. Home is not home, for mother's not there, Angels have taken her out of our care, Dark is her room and empty is her chair, She's gone to that home so peaceful and fair. Gone, and the seasons to come and to go, Wreathing her grave in blossoms and snow, Snow on the bossom that sheltered us so, Cruel and cold as the bleak winds that blew. Sleep, mother, sleep, thy toils are o'er, Sleep be thy rest so oft needed before. Well have we loved thee, but God loved thee more, He's called thee away to the bright, happy shore. Oft have thine eyes grown dim with sad tears, Guiding our wayward feet through the years, Planning our future with hopes and with fears, Faithful and true till the summons she hears, Will she remember the ones she caressed, Wept over, laughed over, hushed on her breast, With her glad lulabies into sweet rest Thy heart will ever, dear mother, be blest. CHILDREN Nancy E. Lewis wife of H. J. Lewis, was born October 3, 1855; was married to Brother H. J. Lewis December 20, 1877, died May 12, 1888, aged 32 years 7 months and 9 days; she was baptized at Bluff Creek Church, East Feliciana parish, 1874, drew her letter and united with Spring Creek Church December 26, 1875, was dismissed from said church by letter January 22, 1879, and went into the organization of Erwin's Creek Church April 12, 1879, and there lived as her calling demanded, a true and upright christian power, not only by works but by walks, being a good worker in the church and Sabbath school; sister Lewis leaves a companion and four little children, relatives and friends to mourn her loss, but while we have been deprived of our companion and friend, and the little children of a loving mother, we have a sweet hope that we shall meet her in that blessed land where trials will end. Then blessed are they that die in the Lord. A sleep in Jesus, blessed sleep, from which none ever wakes to weep. A calm and undisturbed repose, unbroken by the last of foes, A sleep in Jesus, oh how sweet, to be for such a slumber meet, With holy confidence sing, that death hath lost its venomed sting. H. W. S. Lewis Brother Lewis was born October 24, 1824, in Pike county, Mississippi, second son of Wm. Lewis, who emigrated from Georgia in 1810, moved to Washington Parish, Louisiana, with his parents W. and Elizabeth Lewis in 1846; was married to Tereca S. Morris, third daughter of Benjamin and Hallander Morris by S. D. Ellis, at the residence of A. C. Bickham, on December 26, 1849, moved to where he died in 1853; Brother Lewis united with Spring Creek Church September 26, 1861, by experience, was elected church clerk November 25, 1865, and served faithfully for four years; was elected deacon June 26, 1869, served in that office till his death, which occurred June 9, 1888, aged 64 years 4 months and 15 days; Brother Lewis lived a consistent christian, his life was a life of devotion, he was an affectionate companion, a pious father, a benevolent citizen; he was not a stranger to the writer, I have known him intimately for many years. He never turned one empty from the door, nor looked unpityingly upon the form of suffering and sorrow around him, his heart yearned for the desolate, wept over the unfortunate, and his means were the property of the needy; he was a good and useful citizen; he was very modest and retiring in his nature; he had acquired considerable information by personal observation and reading which constituted him an agreeable companion; as a friend he was warm, generous and reliable; he was ever faithful in his public life, working for the general interest of the people; his disposition was so sedate and reserved that none but the most intimate friends could fully appreciate his merit; he possessed an unwavered zeal for the cause of Christ; faithful in the discharge of his christian duty, looking to the prosperity of the church and the salvation of souls. Brother Lewis suffered much from affliction the last three weeks of his life, but his faith in his Master ever active burned with a brighter lustre under the affliction dispensation by which he was visited, and having accomplished the days allotted him he expressed a strong hope beyond this world of sorrow, and like the ripe fruit he was gathered to his Father's bosom. Free from the clogs of perishing mortality is now rejoicing with the hosts of saints. His remains were laid in the Spring Creek Cemetery with the usual Masonic honors, the funeral service was conducted by Elder W. H. Shilling, Text: Job 19 Chap. 25 and 26 verses. Masonic honors were conducted by our worthy Brother O. P. Amocher. We offer to his memory this small tribute of our affection in consideration of the love we bore for him, and in manifestation of our sorrow at the loss of our brother. Brother Lewis leaves a wife and eleven children, with a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss, but our loss is his eternal gain. May God's choicest blessings rest upon them. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. The weary are at rest. Josephine Cutrer. Sister Cutrer was born October 15, 1853; was married to Isaac W. Cutrer February 12, 1876, died January 12, 1888, aged 34 years 2 months and 27 days. Sister Cutrer joined Spring Creek Church and was baptized May 23, 1880, where she remained a constant member until her death; she leaves five children, a mother, one brother and two sisters to mourn her loss; she was while living made to mourn the loss of a husband; her last sickness was short, but severe, and she submitted to the will of her divine master; she was a cheerful and happy christian, a devoted wife and affectionate mother, a kind sister and a true friend; her funeral service was conducted by Elder W. H. Shilling, and her remains were followed to the grave by sorrowing relatives and friends. Died at his residence in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, November 5, 1887, our beloved brother, Samuel W. Varnado, aged 66 years. Brother Varnado was born in 1821, in what was then Washington parish, Louisiana; was a son of Moses Varnado; was first married early in life to Narsis Ann Hogan, and his last marriage was to Mary S. Lea, the eldest daughter of Benjamin L. And Samantha Lee; four sons and two daughters from his first marriage and two sons from the last survive him to mourn their loss; he joined the Spring Creek Baptist Church and was baptised. on September 29, 1867, by Elder C. F. Crawford; was a consistent member of the church, a devoted father, husband and an honored citizen. Brother Varnado's last illness was of a long duration, but we can only bow in humble submission to Him who rules all things and say "Thy will be done;" his funeral service was conducted by Elder B. L. Lea. Mary Varnado was born April 24, 1842, and died April 15, 1888, aged 46 years. Sister Varnado was the eldest daughter of Benjamin L. and Samantha Lea. Early in life she united and was baptised into the fellowship of Spring Creek Church by Elder C. F. Crawford, where she remained until her death a consistent christian, a dutiful daughter and an affectionate mother and companion; was married twice in her life, her last union was to S. W. Varnado, with whom she lived a happy and contented life; she leaves behind to mourn for her two sons, an aged father and mother, one brother and one sister; her last illness was short and unexpected. While we mourn the departure of our esteemed sister, we bow with humble submission to the will of our Heavenly Father, believing that our loss is her eternal gain; her funeral service was conducted by Elder J. N. Fortenberry; her remains were followed to the grave by sorrowing relatives and friends. W. R. Ricks Son of John and Therza Ticks, was born June 21, 1864, died June 23, 1888, aged 24 years and 2 days. He joined Spring Creek Church September 28, 1883, in which he lived until his death. Brother Ricks leaves a disconsolate father and mother, three brothers and five sisters, with many relatives and friends to battle through life without him. May God console them in their bereavement. Brother Ricks bid fair for a long life, but amidst life we are in death. The funeral service was conducted by Elder W. H. Shilling; his remains were laid in the family cemetery to await the call of the Lord; while we sincerely lament his sudden death we bow with humble submission to the will of our Heavenly Father who doeth all things well. How soon hath time the subtile thief of youth, Stolen on his wing my fourth and twentieth year, Yet be it less or more, or soon or slow, It shall be still in strictest measure even. A. D. Ricks, wife of Felder W. Ricks, was born in Pike county, Mississippi, October 14, 1869; was baptized into the fellowship of Spring Creek Church July 27, 1884, by Elder W. H. Shilling; was married June 30, 1887, died March 20, 1888, aged 19 years 7 months and 6 days; her afflictions were short but painful, she murmered not but yeilded to the will of God. Sister Ricks was loved by all who knew her as a christian; she was zealous in her walk; her piety gained for her the esteem of all the church and the community in which she loved; she leaves a husband, seven brothers and four sisters and a large connection to mourn her loss. Asleep in Jesus! Blessed From which none ever wakes to weep. D - Report on Finance. N. Graves, Treasurer, In account with the Magee Creek Association. To amount on hand from last year..........................$125.40 Disbursed By amount paid Clerk.................................$15.00 By Printing Minutes................................. 20.00 By Postage, stationery, etc........................ 2.50 By amount paid J. E. Bilbo, Messenger.... ......... 3.00 By amount paid M. J. Pitman " . .............. 2.00 By amount paid J. E. Davis, " ............. 5.00 By amount paid T. B. Fortenberry, " .. ........ 8.00 By amount paid J. B. Pound, " .......... 7.00 Total................... $62.50 Received from the Churches this time..................72.60 Total on hand................................................$135.50 Mission Fund on hand last year .................... $28.60 Paid W. J. Fortenberry, Missionary...................$28.90 Received for Home Missions this time................ .$7.05 We your committee on finance beg leave to report that we have examined the Treasurer's books and accounts and find correct and fully sustained by vouchers. Respectfully submitted, C.J. BURCH.