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Brainerd, May 1, 1828. Respected Madam, I have long wished to write to you, but have had no good opportunity until now. I have felt a greater desire to write because you were anxious that there might be a revival of religion in this place. Perhaps you have no heard of the seriousness that has been at this station, if you have not it would no doubt, be interesting to hear of it. There has been much more feeling at this place upon the subject of religion since you left us. Many have felt the need of a Saviour. We were afraid it was decreasing and I do not think there is so much feeling in the school but we are more encouraged about the neighbours. We have great reason to praise the Lord for His goodness and for His wonderful works to the children of men. We lately received a letter from Mr. Holland which informs us that the Lord is carrying on His work there. They hope four are born again and many inquiring what they should do to be saved. he says there are six different places that he holds meetings besides the Sabbath. He likewise mentioned that last Sabbath there was the largest audience he ever witnessed, since his residence at that place. What glorious news to hear of sinners turning to the Lord It ought to rejoice the hearts of all christians. But to return to this station from which I have digressed. A few have hoped in the Lord Jesus. Eleanor North has left the school and married. She expressed a hope before she went away. Betsey Taylor still continues to go to school she expressed a hope a few weeks ago but has now given it up. Her Father and Mother hope