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The Spike: or, Victoria College Review, June 1909

[Review of the Christian Union]

SSince last session the Christian Union has worked under a reorganized constitution. Provision has been made for the separate working of the women's and men's branches; what before was a matter of practice has now become constitutionally confirmed. The Union has increased to 150 members, 77 of whom are women. As heretofore, meetings are held on alternate Saturday nights. The Mission Study Class, which this year is studying "Indian Missions," has an average attendance of 23. Bible Study circles have been formed. In the women's branch "Isaiah" is studied with the aid of Lenwood's "Bible study on Isaiah." In the men's branch Seeley's "Eeee Homo" is being used as an aid to the study of the Mission and Life of Christ. Leaders, classes are held each week by the leaders in both branches.

Mr. J. T. Lawton, Travelling Secretary for Men of the Australasian Students' Christian Union, was here at the end of April. He attended Men's Bible Circles and addressed meetings of men. On Tuesday, 4th May, he addressed a general meeting. Mr. Lawtou's enthusiasm is contagious and his visit has impressed upon many the need for workers in the Union.

The Union desires to convey to Miss England its appreciation of her kindness in again giving a series of lectures on a Biblical subject. Her Sunday evening lectures on the Book of Job are attended by 20 members.

An opportunity arose at the Easter Tournament of meting representatives of the Christian Unions of other Colleges. On Easter Sunday, at 10 a.m., a prayer meeting was held in St. John's Classroom, Willis Street. Subsequently at St. John's Church, Dr. Gibb made a special address to students. Both the prayer meeting and the following service were well attended by visiting and local students.