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in vain. It required most of this time to assure myself that I could honestly, honorably and safely relinquish that Stewardship which God had [ unclear] entrusted to me here for four years in the Seminary and for twelve years in the church and the city. This was a peculiarly difficult and trying experience, not only because of the exceptionally vital personal relationships by which my heart was bound to the very diverse spheres in which I had lived and labored so long, but also because so many public institutions and interests were seriously involved in my decision.

When, however, It became clear that I must choose between the opportunities for service afforded by each field in order to decide to which of them the Master called me, I clearly recognized His voice in the [juncture of two plainly Providential?] indications.  Ten years ago I had been led by a new