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Founder of Welsh Methodism I REFUSED A LIVING BY HIS OWN PARISHIONERS. A little work of considerable public interest has been published recently at the Llan office, by the Rector of Llangeitho (the Rev D Worthing- ton), on the Rev Daniel Rowland, one of the founders of Welsh Calvinistic Methodism. It is commonly stated that Daniel Rowland was expelled from the Church, or, at least, that his licence was withdrawn by the Bishop of St. David's (Squire), and that he was inhibited from officiating in the diocese. Mr Worthington enters at some length into the question, and the conclusion is forced upon him that Rowland's licence was not withdrawn, and that his so-called inhibition is a mere tradi- tion, having no foundation in fact. Rowland was curate of Llangeitho from 1733 to 1760—a long period to serve as mere curate even in those days, when promotion was often slow and uncertain It iit difficult to account for Rowland's ill-luck in tbo Church. His brother was drowned in 1760, and, doubtless, Daniel itow. land had reasons to believe the living of Llan- geitho and Nantcwnlle would have been offered to him. But it was not to be. Daniel Rowland had he mortification, speaking humanly, of seeing his own son John promoted to trip rectory of Llangeitho, and one Isaac Williams becoming vicar of Nantcwnlle. Such treatment was enough to embitter his spirit, and the idea of being curate to his own son must have weighed heavily upon his soul. This incident marks a turning point in Daniel Rowland s career. In the same year in which his brother John, rector of Llangeitho, died.aud bis son was placed in the living, Daniel Rowland built his chapel. Rowland was his own architect probably, and his chapel was modelled on the parish church. It consisted of a nave and a chancel, in which was the altar. The reading- desk was erecteu in the chancel and the pulpit in the nave The communicants want to receive the sacrament at the altar, as in church. All Row- land's biographers are agreed that when he built his chapel he had been driven out of the Church," and the date of inhibition is given as 1763. It was asserted that Rowland was turned out of the curacy at Llangeitho by his own son John, the incumbent, and that he preached the I following Sunday form the words: O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom Would God I I had died for thee. 0 Absalom, my son, my son! J y Tradition has it that it was some misunder standiug between John Rowland and his father > Daniel Rowland, that led to the latter erecting his chape! in 1760. If the tradition has a basis, of fact, it is probable that the misunderstanding was due to the dismissal of Daniel Rowland from the curacy of l langeitho. The deed was d me, say one party, after Daniel Rowland had read the service at Llan- ddewi-brefi Church, and in response to the earnest wish of the congregation he preached fiom the churchy-aid wal!. It was after the service at Nantcwnlle Church, according to others. One version states that the incident occurred on a Sunday another that it hap- pened on a Christmas Day. What really did happen to Rowland? Some maintain that his licence at Llangeitho and Nantuwnlle was withdrawn, while others assert that he was prevented from officiating anywhere in the Diocese of St David's. These statements lack proofs, and even if the latter were true, Rowland might have gone to some other diocese. The Rev Thomas Jones, of Creaton, states that he heard Rowland preaching at Monachlog Fawr io 1764, a twelvemonth after his alleged inhibi- tion. A ray < f light, however, is thrown upon the case by the fact that the P'tron-isre of Llangeitho up to 1760 vras in the gift of the freeholders of toe parish. At present the patron is the Bishop of St. David s, and it is surmised that the living passed from the hands of the parishioners i to those of the bishop about the time of the death of John Rowland. Mr Worthington discusses the question why should the patronage have changed hands. The circumstances were peculiar- Daniel Rowland in 1760 was at the zenith of his popularity. It was his practice to hold communi- cants' meetings on the Saturday before commu- nion Sunday, and these meetings were attended by hundreds of people from far and near. The strangers stayed in the village and neighbouring houses over the Sunday. The church was a small edifice, and the strangers, to obtain seats, went to service long before the time to commence, and had filled the building by the time the par- ishioners appeared. The parishioners were thus excluded from service in Itheir church for a quarter of a century, and bore it patiently, but at last revolted against it. Wnen the incumbent died in 1760 the Parishioners petitioned the bishop against the appointment of Daniel Row- land, as the only effectual way of getting rid of he numerous strangers who usurped the churche tmonth after monto. They did not wish to injur Daniel Rowland, but simpjy took the only step possible to assert their rights. The bishrp could, perhaps, veto the appointment of Daniel Row- lands, but the probability is that the freeholders voluntarily surrendered their right of presenta tion ta their diocesan rather than assume the responsibility of rejecting Rowland themselves. In their petition they explained the circum- stances—the la k of devotion and reverence inthe services in the past, the disorderliness caused by the huge crowds which attended, the damage done to the church and churchyard, and the confusion which prevailed. Thns assuming tho circumstances to be as narrated by Mr Worthington, the conclusion is foiced upon us that Daniel Rowland, was not driven out of the Church."

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Abergele. Presbyterian Chapel. The Rev J H Davies, late of Ewloa Green, has commenced his ministry at the English Presby- terian Chapel, Pens»rD> and has already proved himself a torce to j0WIJ\ -^e chapel has lately been undergoing considerable renovation, and the heating apparatus brought thoroughly up to date. While this wort was in progress the con- gregation met in the schoolroom. On Sunday next they will re-assemble 10 the chapel, when special services will be held to celebrate the re-opening.

From the Rhyl Parish Magazine." Lent. The Season of Lent-the true Revival Season of the Church-has again come round, and it is my duty to call upon all the children of the Church to observe it. Rarely has there been greater need of this. We have recently passed through a time of great excitement, when passions were roused, and Christian charity forgotten. Questions affecting our material interests absorbed the attention. Lent recalls to our minds the claims of the spiritual life, brings before us the eternal needs of the soul, and their satisfaction in Christ, through tie use of the Means of Grace. Let the season quicken and strengthen within us the Spirit of Devotion. With a view to this I urge upon you- 1. The claims of the regular services. Think of the widespread neglect of the Sacrament of the Holy Communion. Many among us arc faithful and regular, but it is a sad reflection upon our Church life that such large numbers should live in habitual neglect of this chief meRilS of grace. Or, think of the number who regard attendance at Morning Service only as all that is required of them on Sundays. One of the saddest features of our time is the decay of public worship in our country. It is a danger that lies at the door of many of us, and I would urge you this Lent to make a stand against it. It is an insidious evil which tightens its hold upon us without our knowing it it is a contagious evil. affecting others in our circle, especially our children and. in its effect upon the religious life, it is a deadly evil. U toe the season of Lent to overcome it. Make it a rule to be present at the Morning and Even- ing Services. 2. There are several series of services ar- ranged for week-days. I invite you to select some one series, and make it your rule to attend throughout. We would do well to apply some of the methods of wordly business to our religious exercises. Regularity and thoroughness are as necessary for growth in grace as for prosperity in human affairs. 3. And while we lay stress upon the use of the public meaas of grace, we must ever remember that they are intended to bear fruit in the daily life. If the Lenten Services are to benefit us they must revive our private and family prayers, and deepen our sense of com- munion with God in our homes they must help us to practice self-denial and self-mastery, so that we may become "temperate in all things and they must open our hearts to be willing to spend and be spent" in the Service of God and His Church. For Lent is a call to Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. SERVICES. St. Thomas'- Wednesday Evenings, 7-30 p.m. Feb. 28, Ash Wednesday—8 a.m., Holy Com- munion 11 a.m., Litany and Commina- j tion Service 7.30 p.m., Evensong and Sermon.—The Vicar. Mar. 7-Rev. T. Jones, Vicar of Abergele 14-Rev. Canon Roberts, V. of Colwyn Bay 21-Rev. Dan Davies, Rector of Denbigh „ 28—Rev. J. Thomson-Jones, V. of Towyn Apr. 4—Rev. J. W. Thomas, V. of Holywell Thursday Afternoons, 3-15 p.m. A series of Addresses by the Rev. Gilbert C. Joyce, Warden of St. Deiniol's Hawarden. Subject: The Lord's Prayer." First Address, March 2nd. St. John's Church. Fridays at 7-30 p.m. March 2-Rev. D. R. Evans, Connah's Quay. 9-Rev. W. J. Davies, St. Asaph. 16-Rev. J. Thomson Jones, Towyn. 23—Rev. E. James Evans, Llandrillo. „ 30-Rev. C. F. Roberts, Llanddulas. April G-Rev. D. W. Evans, St. George. Holy Trinity Church (Welsh). Thursdays 7 p.m. March 8-Rev. 0. G. Pritchard, Llangower. 15—Rev. D. H. Evans, Mostyn. „ 22-Rev. D. R. Griffith, Abergele. „ 29-Rev. 0. J. Davies, Prestatyn. April 5-Rev. J. Walter Lloyd, Denbigh. Lenten Offerings will be collected at, each service. The balance after paving expenses will be given to the Curate's Fund. Notes. We heartily congratulate Miss Hugh-Jones and the friends of S. Ann's Church on the splendid results of their tea and concert. A full account of the proceedings will be found on another page, and we will only add here that the Committee wish to tender their thanks to Mr Warhurst and Miss Mabel Hughes for then- help at the concert. We are glad to notice that the S. John's Choir is again preparing to render The Crucifixion" on Good Friday evening. The branch of the Church of England Men's Society established in connection with St. John's Church is making very hopeful progress. At the last fortnightly meeting, the Rev. 0. J. Davies, Vicar of Prestatyn, read a most instruc- tive paper on the history of Elementary Educa- tion, and many of the members took part in the discussion that followed. On Sunday evening, Feb. :25, a service was held in St. John's Church at 8 o'clock, at which; 21 members were admitted to the Society by the Vicar. It should be explained here that although the: meetings are held in S. John Church, Church- men from all the parish are invited to join,1 and we hope to see the membership increase, so that the Society may become large and power- ful for good. Church of England Zenena Missionary < Society. The annual meeting of the Rhyl branch was I held in the Church House on Wednesday, Feb. 14th, at 8 o'clock. There was a large atten- dance, and a most interesting address was given j by Miss Bayfield-Clarke, a Missionary of the I Society for some time in South India. The E full report for the jear was not complete, but ] Miss Price-Roberts submitted the following IE brief account of the work :— i 1 18 The" Local Secretary sent up to the Society last! year £ 53 18s 2d, the full report of which is in the I Rhyl Churches Easter Statement of Accounts. So 1] far, this year, the sum collected has been £ 34 9s lid, E1 which includes £ 10 from the Christmas Sale of Work. It is hoped that the collection at this meeting and the opening of the boxes will more than make up the <- deficiency. The workincr party sent up a good box of trifts and work to Miss Chettle, Ernakulam. S. India, 1, a box of work to the Christmas Sale of Work in the Church House and to the London depot. ————— »