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Newspaper
Nonconformist
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Apr 14, 1869
Page
3
A speaker argues for disestablishment of the Church of England, claiming it would curb state control, reduce sectarian conflict, and promote voluntary religion. He cites Scotland and Ireland, noting national feeling and Popish influence, and discusses Nonconformist roles in upcoming changes.
The Notts Congregational Union held annual meetings on March 22 and 23 at Albion Chapel and Schools. James Anziori read the financial report showing over two hundred twenty pounds raised in the year and a slightly reduced treasurer’s balance. Rev. J. Marugson reviewed the year’s change and urged greater energy and union.
The Association of English Congregational Churches for Glamorganshire and Carmarthenshire held meetings in Cardin on Wednesday and Thursday with larger attendance. A service was held at Hannah Street Chapel led by the association secretary, and Thursday saw a conference at Charles I Street Chapel presided by Rev J Waite. A petition to Parliament was agreed to be sent, signed by the chairman.
Members discuss the bill securing Nonconformists rights in parish burial grounds with broad support and some points to be altered in committee. A committee is set to revise the association's constitution. Rev Dr Rees preaches in the evening and funds are raised for English Congregational churches in Wales.
The spring gathering at the Independent Chapel Uttoxeter conducted by Rev. James Legge included a devotional service and business session with Mr Nicholson elected Chairman and Rev J Hankinson as secretary. The union approved grants to several chapels, reported no vacancies, and highlighted a new iron chapel at Dresden seating 200 with growing Sunday school attendance. An evening public meeting featured talks on Religious Equality Independency and Union history.
The United Presbyterian Church in Lower Abbey street opened for public worship on Sunday the 4th. The Rev Dr Eadie of Glasgow preached both services to crowded audiences and collections reached 302 7s 6d. A public soirée at Metropolitan Hall featured addresses by several ministers and drew over 1,000 attendees amid lively, sometimes heated, reactions to Ireland debates and Gladstone policy.
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