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Christian Union.

The Christian Union has continued its meetings during the present term, and the addresses delivered, have been interesting and instructive:

The following is an account of the meeting held:—

June 10th.— A social was held on this evening, to which members of the C.U. and S.U. were invited . There was a large attendance. A programme consisting of songs, recitations and instrumental pieces was arranged for the first part of the evening, after which games were indulged in.

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June 24th.—" How Christ solves the Life problem of the Individual," was the subject of an address by Rev. J. J. North. He spoke of man before the time of Christ, showing how he lived for the grandeur of the state, which led to the establishment of an empire of brute force and slavery. Since Christ's advent, on nation could reach its greatest power while its subjects were bound. Christ had attached Himself to the individual and set him at liberty.

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August 5th. — Mr. E. K. Mules, Travelling Secretary, A.S.C.U. addressed this meeting. He spoke of the various phases of work of the C.U. and the methods of carrying it on.

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August 19th.—The General Secretary Y.M.C.A., Mr. H. N. Holmes delivered an interesting address on "The Social Problems of the City." He pointed out that, with the drifting page 44 of population to various centers, there would be found a certain amount of vice and crime which tended to destroy character. In cities were found many men untouched by any orgnisation, and an effort should be made to reach those whose redemption was possible. The civic authorities were doing their part to solve these problems, but that alone was not sufficient and we, as units in the community must also face them.

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September 2nd.—This meeting was addressed by Dr. Gibb, who had for his subject "The Resurrection." He dealt with the fact of the resurrection, which was witnessed to by experience, a valid testimony, though faith was an absolute necessity to reach certitude. The resurrection made the forgiveness of sin a fact; it completed Christ's own development, He having done the will of God; and it placed at our disposal the power necessary for holy living.