https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/cacf7a0ff8d0b95ddd4b31a9048e330e.pdf 407d45603276edebca2a241f7717139a PDF Text Text JOURNAL OF LOIS S. HOYT JOHNSON From Dec. 19, 1836 to Dec. 20, 1838 HAWAIIAN MISSION CHILDREN'S SOCIETY LIBRARY �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Dec. 19, 1836 Page 1 A Journal dedicated to the use of L.S.H. Johnson. During her voyage on board the Mary Frazier from Boston to the Sanwich(!) Islands. Monday December 19th 1836 O 37 We are now five days out from Boston. Sailing in lat. 1 Ot 07 long. 43 10 under a fair breeze, havingsailed 120 miles sinceyesterday noon. Truly we have great reason to bless God for his great goodness to us. The health of our company is in a great degne-d(?) restored nearly all took their seats at the Table this morning, and seem to reslish their food quite well. Last eve for the first time since we have been on board we had devotional exercises. And it was indeed a season of refreshing. It seemed good to draw nigh unto the Lord and unitedly acknowledge his goodness to us, we are now to have prayers at eight in the evening and immediately after breakfast in the morning. Last Tuesday which was Dec. the 14the[i.e. 13th] was the day appointed our ship being ready for her embarkation according­ ly divine services were held on board at half past 10 A.M. but for want of wind we were unable to get out of the harbour so we remained on shore. The next morning the wind being fair we received eally orders to go on board and about ten o clock all things being in readiness we spread our Canvass to the wind and in a few moments our Aisle Barque was ploughing the broad Atlantic. Immediately after leaving the wharf we went below to arrange our cabins and �Dec. 19, 1836 Journal, LoissS.H. Johnson Page 2 prepare for Sea sickness but that did not wait for preparation-scarcely was the motion of the vesel(!) felt before we were obliged to take our berths and there we remained most of us for two days. Friday Dec. 16th It being a litle(I) more calm I made an attempt to go on deck. But it being the first timer-that I ever was out of sight of land and seeing nothing but the broad waters meeting the horison in every direction and the angry waves swelling and ; with untameable fury [it] was a sene(!) to[o] terific for me long to behold and I gladly soon returned below. Sat. Dec. 17th The sea being more calm I went on deck immediately after breakfast. The appearance of the ocean was more peaceful and the fine breeze after being confined in our state rooms seemed very exhilerating and at the sound of the diner bell returned below with a tolerable good appetite. Sabbath. Dec. 18th. It being a rough sea it affected most of our company unfavourably and we were obliged to keep our births(I). I could hardly realize that it was the Holy Sabbath it was so unlike our blessed sabbaths on our beloved America. No sound of a church going bell to remind us of its holy return. And one of the Sailors remarked that there was no Sunday over soundings ----- -------- Tuesday, Dec. 20th ----- ------ ------The Captain tells us that by obesrvation to day at noon that we were sailing in lat. 36°. 371. long. 50° 17 and that we had sailed 200 miles the last 24 hours. one thousands miles from our native land. gale seems wafting us pleasantly along. We are now more”than Thus far a propitious May the God of Heaven watch over us and safely guide our little Barque to its destined �Dec. 20, 1836 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson port. And 0 grant Father of mercies that Page 3 every soul on after having riden out the storms of life shores of eternity may safely anchor in that harbour board and coasted down the of rest where no wave of trouble can ever enter. Last night a flying fish came on board and was caught by the second mate.. This was quite a curiosity to those of us who had never seen a fish with wings. it was small and slim like a Pickeral about 10 or 12 inches in length and about the same from one tip end of its wings to the other. The sailors say that they are fine eating and the appearance of them 'indicate that we are sailing in the Gulf stream as they are never found in so high latitude except there. its colour I forgot.to mention was of a greenish cast. Wednesday Dec 21st. To day we are sailing in lat 35.° 59' and long 46°. 50’. The weather seems rather cold yet, but we get along very comfortably withoutnany fire, we do not think,if safe to have fire on board ship. There was put on board by our kind benefactors for our comfort a great number of Pigs and poultry of which about one half have already died from some unknown cause and the others seem faultering. Thursday Dec. 22d Our lat. is 35° 27’ long. 44°, distance sailed for the last 24 hours is about 150 miles. The sea to day is more calm and it [is] very delightful being on deck and viewing the graceful �Journal, Lois SYH. Johnson Dec. 22, 1836 movement of the vesel as she gently skims along. went on deck and the scene was truly sublime. Page 4 Last evening I The silvery Moon every now and then darting her resplendent rays from behind the fleecy clouds which were lightly floating along and the waves tossing mountain high as if they were about to ingulf moon and all in and all in' (1:). their abyss below, moment such who can. contemplate for a a scene without being made to feel the infinite power of God who measureth the waters as in the hollow of his hand and taketh up the hills as a very litle thing. what are we worms of the dust that so great and holy a being should take knowledge of us. Yet we are surrounded by his goodness, new every morning and fresh every moment. his blessings are surely we aught to render unto him the tribute of humble and grateful hearts. have had the smiles of Heaven upon our voyage, So far we we could not ask more our comfort and happiness have been regarded as far as posible. We have a fine vesel expressly fixed for our accomodation. every necesary want is suplied and our Captain is a man of so much skill and experience as to enable us to repose (?) implicit confidence in him. naturaly mild and amiable isshis disposition we can both love and respect him. The other officers to are men to steady habits and kind hearts and justly entitled to our respect. And may we who profess to love the Lord Jesus Christ be enabled to show unto them such an example of Christian love and union as shall en­ able them to say that there is a reality in the religion of Jesus. Friday Dec. 23d. We are advancing very slowly having sailed only 24 miles the last\;24 hours. 30T. our lat. 35°31r long 43°. I find that I can walk to day without fearing every moment �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Dec. 23, 1836 that I shall be thrown headlong across the vesel. Page 5 We must however take the wind and weather as it rises and remember to that it is the best. There seems to be a good spirit on board existing in the hearts of our dear brothers and sisters and I trust that we shall have many refreshing seasons.. May the Lord be with us and bless u s . Sunday Dec. 25th It was intended to have worship on deck this morning but the sea being very rough it was deemed in­ expedient by the Captain so we assembled around our table and held our exercises there, the Captain alone being present the others being obliged to be on duty. 4, v 11. Brother Ives preached from Matt. It brought to mind our priviledges in our dear native land and led us to feel that God may be worshiped on the Sea as well as on the land and thought our prayer ascend to him from the depths of the Ocean he will hear it and he is the same unchangeing being here that he is in every part of the Universe. we are to have a prayer meeting. We are now making tolerable good progress having sailed 146 miles since yesterday. long 90” . 49’ of the waters. This evening our lat is 32°.10T Last evening while on deck I witnessed the sparkling it looked like diamonds in the Ocean. It probably arises from some phosphorus substance in the water as it is only seen in the wake of the vesel as the sailors Teus.(!) Dec. 27th dull both in mind and in body. it. Awoke this morning languid and Yesterday our latitude was nearly the same as that of New Orelans. the temperature of the atmosphere however was like a faint spring morning. After a fresh fair breeze �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Dec. 27, 1836 Page 6 during thernight we find this morning a calm sea with scance [scant] wind to fill the sails. Thus our variety at sea consists in some­ times being tossed mountain high upon the waves then sinking in a valey between. Then again almost resting on the surface of the waters seemingly as if our little Barque like the ark of Noah had at last found a resting place. We were now more than two thousand miles distant from our dear homes and nearer the shores of Europe than those of our own beloved America. The Captain told us yester­ day that we were within about 600 miles of land. this was pleasing inteligence although I do not expect the previous priviledge of steping foot on it which although I have not yet been on the water but two weeks would be the greatest priviledge that I could wish for. I long very much to step my foot on the dry land. But not­ withstanding that I love a firmer(?) foundation I find a sea voyage is not without its pleasures/v what at first excited terror now excites pleasure. I love to see the foaming and dashing of the troubled bilows and to trace their varied beauties of form and shade till the mind is lost in admiration of him who invented all things. By a vote of made in order that we our company adivision of our time has been may be able to dispose of it profitably. From prayers in the morning till noon is to be devoted to study from 2 P.M. till 5 PM also. A part of our time is to be employed in thestudy of the language but as on board it is necesarly limited. we have but one vocabulary We find our latitude to day about 29°. 0 and long. 36°.371 distance sailed 158 miles. Wednesday Dec 28th One day after another passes away �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Dec. 28, 1836 and every day brings us nearer the judgement bar. Page 7 Nearer the eternal joys of Heaven on the everlasting misery of the world of woe solem and awful thought. aright. Oh how important that we setle it Heavenly Father help me to hander [handle] it well and to live for Christ, but what am I doing for his glory. faithful to my covenant vows. How un­ It is indeed of his infinite com­ passion that I am the spared monument of his mercy. 0 for a heart overflowing with love and gratitude to the blessed Saviour whose love to me so great. Was it my sins which brought him from his fathers bosom cruel sins that nailed him to the cross and may those sins all be washed away in that previous blood. 0 humiliating yet consoling thought. Hard as the nether millstone the heart C,bhi/'O that does not melt in c^>*s^i-tu-ti-on at this. We are. now nearly in the region of the trade winds and the air is extremely sultry, our latitude is 28°.05' long 35° 31' distance sailed 82 miles. Thursday Dec 29th season of prayer. he prays he lives. Last evenig(!) we had a precious Prayer is the Christians food and only while Let him feast his soul often then on heavenly joys by holy communion with our God. By daily experience from acquaintance with human nature and by remarks thrown out by per­ sons of discriminating observation who know well what the Christian should be and mark with an eagles eye their deficiences I feel the importance of exerting a high standard of piety for it is from cold hearted professors and not from the bible that the world forms iv 'thtLs \\ouuse^ 4 L)\S her eestimate of religion. In this way Christ is wounded ^ his ^ But let the Christian so live as by his o? example of holy life to recomend the religion^Jesus and not lead wounds bleed affresh. a^(L- �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Dec. 2 9 ,1836 Page 8 siners to say what do they move than others. Lat. 29° 38' long 33° 52' distance sailed 100 miles. December 31st 2000 miles. of the year. lat 25° 26T long 29° 50T distance sailed to day reminded that this, is the last day Is it posible another year has rolled away and its long train of accounts sealed up for the judgment!of the great day and with it thousand of our fellow men have entered the eter­ nal world, their fate unalterably fixed while I still linger on the shores of time, why is it Q God that I am still spared. is it that I may be the humble instrument in thy hand of doing some­ thing for my poor suffering fellow creatures and work out my own salvation with fear and trembl m g or is it that I may fill up the measure of my condemnation and be forever lost. 0 forbid Heavenly Father that this should be the case but grant that my name may be writen in the lambs book of life and whatever else thou deny me not an internest (?) in thy This year has indeed been an erarin my life never to be forgoten, an era of events of the most solem and interesting kind the results and influence of which Eternity alone can fully unfold. January 1st 1837 The Holy Sabbath has dawned upon and with it brought the commencent(!) of a new year. And now 0 God I would desire on this holy sabbath and at the commencnt(!) of this new year to concecrate-myself anew to thee and wilt thou enable me to keep my covenant vows. That should I live to see its close I may not again be compelled to mourn over my unfaithfulness. may I live entirely for thee. But �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 1, 1837 This morning we have Publick worship on deck. Page 9 the weather is calm and beautiful and officers and seamen were all present and to me it was intearesting (!) occasion. May God grant success to the word which was spoken raid may it prove the word of life to immortal souls. The latitude 21°30' longitude 24°26t distance sailed 193 miles. We are in less than three hundred miles of one of the Cape deVerd Islands. And just within the Tropic and notwithstanding it is January the atmosphere bears the aspect of a sumers day. Monday Jan 2 lat 20°,17 Ion 27° 12 distance 80 miles. this is a day set apart by the churches throughout all Christendom as a day of fasting and prayer for the conversion of a dying world. And we a litle body of Christians all alone upon the broad Ocean yet feeling that God is about us have resolved to pour out our prayers upon the Altar of God that they may come up as a memorial with those of our friends before his throne. I have indeed found sweet consolation in reading the holy scriptures this morning. Thy word is very fine therefore thy searvent(I) loveth it. thy promises to a fainting spirit are like the water brooks to a thirsty soul in a dry land. But 0 Father I acknowledge my entire unworthiness of thy great goodness and desire to take my proper place in the dust and by humiliation and prayer to confess my sins UJ before thee and £ilt thou dear Saviour apply thy cleansing blood to my soul and purify it from all its stains and grant me thy presence which is life and thy loving kindness which is better than life. in the evening we observed the monthly Concert, and found �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson it a pleasant season, Jan. 2, 1837 Page 10 notwithstanding we had no opportunity of reciv'eing (!) and communicating inteligence yet we could Se,Y)d up our humble prayer to God that he will cary on his great work con­ verting perishing siners to himself till this lost and rruined world is brought back to himself. Teusday(!) jan 3d 40 miles. lat 20°.06’ long 26° 41' distance This morning a Shoal of fish called the black fish were seen playing around the vesel. they are a large fish and their flesh is said to resemble beef arc both in color and taste and their inwards when fryed are like Pigs. at eve I for the w first time.since I have been on board witnessed the sun set clear. It was truly sublime, the my eyes were riveted to the scene to see king of day finally(?) sink in the horison till at length aparently burying itself in the mighty deep throwing back its silvery rays on the light and lucid (?) clouds skirting the western sky painting the gentle undulating waves of the calm and placial Ocean with a golden hue. Wednesday Jan 4th sailed 105 miles. lat 18°39T long 26°29’ distance St. Anthony one of the cape de Vend Islands bearing SE 1/2 E 180 miles distant. Early this morning my ears were greeted by the glad sound of a sail a sail., all hands hastened on deck and some s-trcking^'?) up their heads some £& jra^b up mast head waiting impatiently to catch the first glimpse of our distant neighbour. At last upon straining our eyes till we were most blind we saw a dark speck in the horison. were started at once. a thousand some thought perhaps that she was a d,d>\Vr£sS �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 4, 1837 Page 11 others what should they do if she was a Pirate others hoped that she was hound to America. So after waiting awhile and finding her to approach nearer and hearing the Captain say that perhaps we mi ght speak her all hands hastened below and such among our good friends to get something ready to send to their dear friends. I never saw. I more doubting, cooly set down to my Algebra till at length the Captain being desirous to learn something more of his neighbour ordered colors to be hoisted and after waiting awhile they in return hoisted theirs but our Captain could hardly by their introduction make out who they were and they seeming disposed to keep their own track and we ours passed along without farther ceremony after being in view about two hours, Heaving the impression however that we were not sole proprieters.ofAthe mighty deep. Fryday Jan 6th A litle more variety to cheer us on our way. no sooner were I up than the glad sound of land rested on my ear and I gladly hastened on deck almost expecting to discover the rocks and the mountains the hills and the valies, with here and there a spire glitering in the morning sun beam. but instead of this I could only see a distant rising in the apearance of a cloud yet to h-i-m, that itdwals]ilandscaused my heart to vibrate with a thrill of new joy. lat. 16°.15T long 26°.16 Friday January 6th sailed 188 miles. distance 150 miles. lat 13°19' long 25°28' distance We are now in the curent of the trade winds bourne along by a fhir breeze and although we are sailing in the �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 6, 1837 Page 12 the torid zone and approaching the equator yet we are fa/ed by the breath of Heaven and do not find the heat oppressive except in our state rooms, love and wisdom. And daily experience new evidence of his How wisely has he favored this great Universe setting one thing off against another. Thus, in the burning regions of the torid Zone he is gently fa$or±i£^ the heated atK mosphere with a constant breeze and in the frozen regions of the North to cheer its long and dreary night the silvery moon with her QJXX O TCU resplendent rays and the bright light up the Heavens with indescribable beauty thus enablingtthe poor native to provide his humble fare. On the parched plains of ? there grows a tree and underneath its green foliage the weary travellor finds a cool retreat, and from its leaves extracts a cooling draught of fin<f" water. I must go on deck. But a sail Ahoy again echoes and This morning flocks of flying fish were flying about over the surface of the water resembling in my view flocks of snow birds in New England. Saturday January 7th lat 10°32' long 25°47' distance sailed 176 miles. we are now 3,487 miles from Boston and every succeeding wave bearing us farther and farther. Thermometer stands at 77 degrees in the shade to day. was quite amused this afternoon by large fish looking almost like yearling calves jumping almost entirely out then plunging beneath the waves in pursuit of the flying fish which it seeks as its prey. brings, with it a charm. anything to break the monotany and it �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Sunday Jan 8th has now dawned upon us. Jan./ 8-, 1837 Page 13 never did I witness a lovlier morn than all nature partakes of its sacred stillness even the atmosphere seems to wear a holy charm, blessed day of all the seven the best. All voces All necesary business was dispached as soon as posiblee Seats arranged on deck which by the way is kept very clean. an awning spread over our heads to protect us from the rays of the sun. And at ten all on board ship exept(!) one or two whose necesary services detained them assembled dressed neat and clean with happy countenances to listen to the truth. Brother Conde ad­ dressed us from Habbusuch 2d 3d 0 Lord revive thy work in the midst of years. The object of the speaker seem to be to impress the necesity of a revival of Gods work and to present reasons why it was necesary and also to bring forward promises to en­ courage Christians to pray for such a revival and I trust it was the united prayer of all the Children of God that he would send his holy spirit to make the truth effectual, to the edification of his children and to the promotion of his glory--in the salvation of some poor siners. In the evening we had a precious season of prayer, a spirit of prayer seem to rest on the brothers and their hearts went out to God, I do feel that God is waiting to bless us. 0 may we walk softly before him and humbly rely on him taking our proper place in the dust, confessing before him our sins. 04°46’ long 25°28' distance sailed 166 miles. Monday Jan 9th 159 miles. lat. lat 95°28' long 25°,20T distance sailed I begin to feel as if we were quite in the vicinity of neighbours. Early this morning another vesel hove in sight �Journal, Lois S..H. Johnson Jan. 9, 1837 Page 14 with her white full sails spread to the wind proudly ploughing the mighty ocean and as her track seem so 1 we anticipated the pleasure of speaking her. our course We hoisted colours and saw in return the well known flag of our beloved America. Her Star Spangled banner floating on the gentle breeze filled our heart with Joy and awakened in our bosoms all the fond recolections of our dear native land. And our fancys ev'ry flight in an instant wafted us accross(!) the broad Atlantic. refreshed by a gentle shower. About 8 AM we we(!) were The day however has been excesively warm below but onr deck a fine breeze to fan our languid systems. The cloud indicate thunder showers now and if it would cool the air as it used [to] in New England it would be very grateful. Teusday Jan 10th sailed 96 miles. lat 03°,42T long 24°51 distance last night we were visited by heavy showers accompanied by thunder and lightning. This morning the air is very close and Sultry, the clouds indicating more rain. Our neighbour who came in view yesterday seems still to keep in our vicinity, once and in a while displaying her while sails to our view. about 5 PM the Heavens began to blacken and a thick cloud of rain from the distant horison came sweeping over troubled waves and in a few seconds the rain descended in torents. It was refreshing and I enjoyed being on deck exceedingly notwith­ standing we got a litle ^IelrMtg', .'Y^ A large Whale was seen by the first Mate close alongside of our vesel. neighbours might not be on amicable terms But he fearing his to negotiate for a treaty of peace, made sail to the windward and was off without giving us an opportunity to examine this Leviathan of �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 10, 1837 Page 15 the great deep. Wednesday Jan 11th lat 2°,8' long. 25°,15T distance 97 miles, distance sailed since leaving Boston 4000 miles. mometer 79 to day. yesterday it was 81. influence of the South East Trade winds. Ther­ We are now under the as an indication of this a shoal of Porpoises leaping and gamboling towards that point sometimes darting like an arow shot from a bow then sink­ ing as quickly again beneath the waves. they move in large companys in regular file like a battle ^tn. in array seting their strongest forward, females in the rear and their young in the midle and if any one of their number is atacked they defend him uttering fearful cries as if to frighten away their enimies. Was delightfuly surprised this afternoon by the approach of a vesel with our well known star spangled baner floating on the breeze and making towards us. in a short time she was along side of us and the usul [usual] salutations on such occasions were passed and although we have been out to sea only four short weeks yet to hear a human voice out of our own vesel gave new animation to my drooping spirits. Boston. Bound to It proved to be the Alceope 25 days out from uhOrvttJtt fox pepper. I think that they must have been quite interested with our company of Ladies for we were all gazing with intense interest as if we almost expected to greet the voice or recognize the countenance of some old acquaintance. But however to learn that she was from the port of Boston and to speak here 400 miles from there seemed like meeting an old friend in a strange land and after watching her as she magesticaly[majestically] rode over the proud bilious till she was wafted from our view and we returned below very much gratified. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 13, 1837 Thud'S . kcCt' 19-0 , <27. 3 Equator Page 16 fo4-yn\)e~s Friday Jan 13th Lat 00°,20T minuets (!) South of the H' long 28 02 V distance sailed 135 miles. Thermometer 82. To day we have passed the dividing point which seperates our world into two grand divisions. A cool breeze renders the atmosphere very tolerable. Saturday Jan. 14th sailed 161 miles lat 2°40’ long 29°14' Thermometer 81. distance Another week is now gone into eternity and we are still here to tell of the Lords goodness. 0 that I might praise him with my whole soul for his wonderful love to me. Sabbath-jJan 15th sailed 171 miles lat 5°, 26’ long 30°, 36 distance Thermometer 81 degrees -- -- -- Another blessed Sabbath has dawned upon our view bringing with it, all its holy and lovely charms. signaly blessed than ourselves. Never were beings more surely the Lord has crowned us with hissloving kindness surly his mercies are new every morning and fresh every evening. I will call upon my Lord and all that is within me to bless and praise his holy name. at 10 A M we all assemble on deck and have publick exer­ cises. all dressed neat and clean and seated around the speaker. The strickest attention is manifest and we read and sing and preach and pray and trust we get a faint foretaste of Heaven. In the af­ ternoon a prayer meeting was holden [held] in the Forecastle for the Seamen and in the mean while the sisters united in prayer that God would bless the efforts of our dear brethren for their salva­ tion. Manifestly the Lord is waiting to be gracious. He.is already �Journal, L:ois, S.R. Johnson hovering over us. Jan. 15, 1837 0 forrmore faith. Page 17 0 for more holiness of heart that this place might indeed be filled with the Holy Spirit and all these precious souls be born into thy kingdom. Here is indeed a field given us by the Lord and if we [are] unfaithful here how shall we stand aquited before God and expect that he will bless our labours among the heathen. abode here. 0 blessed Saviour condescend to take up thine And may a view of thy lovely character melt every soul into contrition and every voice be vocal with thy praise and our litle Barque indeed a floating Bethel on the great deep-- -- -- Monday Jan 16th lat 7°27’ long 31°37T -- distance sailed 144 Thermometer 82 Time passes pleasantly and nothing to record but the bles­ sings of Heaven. [The following line is written in the margin:] Jan 14th. Tensday 164 miles. nearest Port on the coast of South America 100 miles. Jan 17th lat~9°35 long 32°.5' distance sailed Another American vesel in view with our own national baner floating on the breeze and awaking in my bosom all the fond recolections of my dear native land. fondest sweetest recolections. Land of my birth land of my But much as I love thee thou fair portion of this fallen world would I return to thy fair shores. no not one fond regret mars my happiness. no longer my home. Ah Thou dear America art all thy endearments have lost their charms. I would be a pilgrim and a stranger here looking steadfastly towards the Heavenly Canaan the city of our King. Where there shall �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 17, 1837 be no kneed of the light of the Sun:'nor of the moon. Page 18 For the Son of rightneous shall be the light thereof whose pearly gates shall never be closed, whose streets are paved with gold, watered by a stream of puer(!) water flowing out from the Throne of God whose joaujvlta are Messed pn living green. thou find an inheritance there. thy home. 0 my unworthy sroul canst do not des-i-r-e me. Will this be yes it may Transformed into the image of thy Saviour, thou m-e-ryaes-t tune thy harp of gold and swell the song of redeem­ ing love Then no longer grasp at the pleasures of this world which will pierce thee with a thousand poisonous arrows leaving thee at last to bleed and die but strech thy wings and soar away to fairer worlds beyond thesskies -- -- -- -- -- -- Wednesday Jan 18th Latitude ll°48t long 33°38T distance sailed 150 miles, was interested in noticing a litle fleet of what e we called the Portuguse m£n of war. They appeared on the surface of the water rising and sinking with as much grace as as (’) a litle boat under sail, resembling in size and appearance large white eggs but they are not shell fish but a soft glutinous substance and have the power of expanding and filling themselves with air when they wish to rise and exhausting the air again when they wish to sink, when taken and dried they become transparent and are much valued by the naturalist on the account of their scarceity. Thursday Jan 19th distance sailed 159 miles. Latitude 15°12 longitude■35°21’ Last evening we held our Wednesday night prayer meeting as usal. VTidihxtfiw&TVS But there was less irae=fe±3iations of the presence of God than we have sometimes enjoyed. there did �Journal, Lois S..H. Johnson Jan. 19, 1837 Page 19 not seem to be that melting down of the heart and pouring out of the whole soul to God as we have experienced and I was led to inquire why is it that the Spirit [of] the Lord is stayed. is it I that hinders the spirit from decending upon these dry bones. 0 Lord search us and take everything from us which causes thee to withold thy blessing from us all. belongs to the[e] 0 God. the glory And we beseech thee that thou wilt glorify thyself in thee^ salvation of these poor per [i] shing 'rd-v&r-s- for thy dear Son sake save us from going down to the chambers of despair. Fryday Jan 20th sailed 168 miles. Lat 16°54' Long 34°39T A fair breeze still wafts Heaven smiles and we are happy. distance us gently along. And as I cast a look over our our(I) litle band.A litle world as it were all by itself bounded by the horison in all directions, And see one engaged in one way another diferntly employed, perhaps a litle group in some sequestered corner poring over Algebra with all the intense diligence of Aca­ demical students look a litle further and another group meets your eye searching for the hiden ~t-K'(L(L<5lLXQuS of the Hawaiian language, in some still retreat you will see a solitary one feasting on the scientific sweets of bygone days, in another shady spot a circle of Ladies busily plying the needle keeping up all the social chit chat of a New England sewing circle, one with his eye fixed steadily on the rolling deep, perhaps sending an anxious sigh rreumre on the floating Zephyn towards his loved shore. up and down the broad way of our deck you will see gentlemen and ladies promenading, enjoy­ ing all the beauties of the surrounding scenery. still cast your eye around and you will see one writing here, and another there. �Jan. 20, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Page 20 look a litle farther and you will see some making sails, some spin[n]ing ropes, some cooking some some (!) washing dishes some seting tables, so we have all the bustle and variety of a litle community. After a day spent in its various ocupations we go on deck to enjoy the evenings cool breeze and gaze with enraptured delight on Sols departing rays and on the beauty of a lovely twi­ light scene of a tropical climate. Tungue(?) would fail to give a description of this enchanting scene as I gaze and gaze beauties open to my view till I am lost in admiration. As the King of day with dasiling [dazzling] glory sinks in the horison lin^er?ng with a golden fringe the skirting clouds and polishing the curling waves with a sheet of silver till it apparently plunges in the briney liquid, sending up its efulgent rays to paint the Heavens with every varigated hue. here perhaps a dark cloud shaded with the bright orange bordered with a light green, others with all the colours of the rainbow blended to-gether presenting in imagina­ tion a thousand different figures, here and there a distant tree, here perhaps an extended plain interspersed with litle vilages. in the back ground you imagine hills rising into view with now and then a projecting rock juting forwadd. look again and you will picture to your view every variety of man, bird and beast, perhaps an Elephant Just waking from behind a hill, perhaps next you will discover Sampson carraying off the gates of Gaza, next an owl perched on a rock, then an old man bending under a huge burden, now a reindeer stands up with full speed before the grey hound, now a ship under full sail, now a steam boat--thus ever changing ever new, then to the west contrast the clean sky of and melowed to the richest tint with the �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 20, 1837 deep blue of the east is lovely in the extreme. -- Saturday Jan 21st distance sailed 160 miles. -- Page 21 -- lat 19°8T longitude -- (!) How fast time rolls away. Saturday afternoon reminds me that another holy Sabbat is near at hand. Sabbath Jan 22d This has indeed been a precious day and although our congregation consists of none others than are attached to our vesel and the deck our Sanctuary Yet we have precious priviledges. omy 32.31st. Dr. Lafawn [Lafon] preached from Deuteron­ Their Rock is not as our Rock our enimies being judges. lat 21°11T Long 37°00 Monday Jan 23d distance sailed 152 mils* Lat 23°42' Longitude 38° distance sailed 154 miles. Teusday jan 24th Lat 26°23T long 38°54' distance sailed 176 miles. I have spent this day in fasting and self examination and prayer and found it as I trust a profitable season to my soul. Was overwhelmed with a view of the love of Christ. worthy of anything but the wrath of God. his Holy word. I felt un­ But could not take up but what Christ appeared with a promise in his hands and I could do nothing but adore his condescension. 0 bles­ sed Saviour let [me]--never again lose ear view' of-thyigiorious charac­ ter. Thy approveing smile is worth more than all treasures of r Indian 0. make me mote like thyself and then I will praise thee �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson as I ought. Jan. 24, 1837 Page 22 As is our usal practice spent about half an hour in prayer with the sisters. It being impracticable to meet all at a time so we have made it a practice to meet in litle groups and spend a litle time each day before tea. they are. And precious seasons &2- And I trust our souls are sometimes fui with heavenly bread. Wednesdy January 25th sailed 182 miles. lat 28° 5 long 40°1'2-' distance As the winds are wafting us to our destined home so time with equal rapidity is huring [hurrying] us to our Eternal home. a few more rolling Suns and we shall stand dis­ embodied spirits before the throne of God and am I with the same speed making my way to Heaven. This is a solem inquiry which I ever wish to keep in view that I may indeed appear at last among the blood-washed throng around the throne, having this vile body changed into a glorious body clothed with fine white linen. Thursday Jan 26 192 miles. Thermometer 79. lat 31°45T long 41°45’ distance sailed The Heavens are overcast with threat- ing(!) clouds and the dashing and roaring of the swelling waves foretell the troubled state of the restless ocean. The skilful Mariner takes the alarm and puts his frail Barque in the best posible "tf/nro to stem the agnry Torent. Since I have been a sojourner on the deep I have often while reflecting on vicisitudes of our voyage have felt that it illustrates the voyage of life in a very striking maner. In a frail boat of a clay tenement we are tossed on the broad ocean of time, sometimes gentley gliding on a smooth and placid surface while the soft sunbeams of pros­ �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 26,1837 perity are smiling around us. Page 23 soon perhaps our bright sky lowers the black clouds of adversity frowns upon us, angry waves beat about us and we are almost overwhelmed in de[s]pair(?). Then perhaps a calm suceeds, we again dream that all will be tranquil and serene and gliding down the curent of time we are assailed by the storm of death and are swallowed up in [the] whirlpoor of eternity. But if t like the skilfull mariner we keep our life boat in and Christ is at our helm he will guide [us] safely into Heaven where no cloud can ever enter to darken our bright horison, where no storm can assail us to terify our peacefull spirits. ocean of love we will sail on forever Friday Jan 27th sailed 155 miles. Lat 35°1(P But on an -- -------- Long. 41°1' distance Went on deck early. thesSun had Just.arisen with unbeclouded beauty. a cool breeze was blowing briskly and §W \ the atmosphere and all combined to remind me very f-avribly of a September morning--------— — ------------------------------- Saturday Jan 28th miles. Lat 36°9’ longitude 41° awoke with a bad head ache and have not felt any spirit to enjoy anything which was passing around me. took a walk up and down our cabin, calling at the different state rooms. more dis. 121 found them like a Hospital than anything else, some containing one, some two patients. the closing up of a week brings to mind the closing up of life when all our labours will come to an end. And as I have sometimes sat musing in the lovely hour of twilight I have felt a sort of pleasing undefineable meloncholy steal over me and I have been bourne back to the early scenes of childhood �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Jan. 28, 1837 Page 24 and all the tender assosiations of those happy scenes come fresh to recolection----------- — ■— ■ — Sunday Jan 29th sailed 10 5. latitude 37°15 Services on deck at 10 A M. Bliss from Hebrews 2.3d. long 42°6' distance aertLoYu s-er-v-iG-e-s- by brother If ye neglect so great salvation how should ye escape. Bible class at 3 PM lesson 32 chapter of Acts. Prayer meeting in the evening as is usal Monday Jan 30th miles. Lat 38°24’ ------------- Long 43°13 distance 118 Within the short space of one week we have passed from an atmosphere heated by a vertical sun and fanned by a gentle breeze to an atmosphere frowing with angry clouds rudely swept by winters chilling blasts --- Teusday Jan 31st cailed 141 miles. Lat 40°23 Long 43°28 distance Fair breeze. Wednesday Febuary 1st. sailed 172 miles. — Ther 76. Lat 42^_2 5f long 45°38T distance This morning a shoal of Porpoises darting through the water with the speed of lightening exhibiting all the playfulness of kitens- — ■ jtilt dropped my pen and ran on deck to get sight of a Whale but lost my pains for he did not choose to stop for observation. Where can we go but we behold the wonderous works of an infinite God. All away for the deck again to see the capture of a porpoise. fine sport for the sd-alors I both to catch the fish and to see the curiosity of the Ladies. The fish was about five feet in length Having a thick smooth skin �Feb. 1, 1837 Journal, Lois. S.H. Johnson about one inch in thickness. tract oil from it. Page 25 the sailors call it bluber and ex­ the head is singular in form having a long bill like a ducks bill and an opening in the top of the head through which it breathes and spouts up the water like the whale. Birds are very numerous of various kinds, some called Albetrosses which are very large. they are many hundreds of miles from land and never go ashore except to rear their young. they are ever on the wing, no resting spot but but (!) the mountain wave. It often comes near the vesel to pick up an[y]thing that is thrown over and sometimes are caught by the sailors ----- -- z' Thursday Feb. 2d sailed 188 miles. Lat 45° 2 T Thermometer 64. long 48° 30' distance The last night was very rough, evrything"seemed moveable and on the move from place to place. But I have become so accustomed to noise and rocking that I mind it but litle. This morning we have enjoyed a fine rain. We have not yet experienced a storm such as we used to have on land since we have been at Sea. We have had but litle rain and that in showers. We trust to[o] that we have had a shower of divine grace to. And I feel as if ever a company of Christians ought to be humb[l]e and yet have their hearts overflow with gratitude we are that company. Our dear Captain who has been like a farther(!) to us has become doubly endeared by embracing as we hope the Saviour. God is indeed infinite in power and in mercy and to his name be all the glory. heart to Christ. We also trust that the second mate has given his If we do indeed belong to to (!) Christ our faith will be renewed and we shall go to "thirty^ 0f gXace increased earnestness and not give up or grow weary while one �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Feb. 2, 1837 soul is out of the ark of safety. Page 26 For God has shown us that he is willing to hear the weak and feeble petitions ---------------- Friday Feb 3d 116. Thermometer 56. lat. 46°11' long 49°53' distance sailed We are shivering to day in our state rooms with our winter garments on • — • --------------------------- Saturday Feb 4th miles. day. Lat 47°10' Long 51°36’ distance 115 We have experienced somthing(!) somewhat like a gale to The Ocean presented one of the most grand and sublime views that I ever witnessed. The roaring of the mighty waters, The waves swelling to mountain height, then bursting their green surfa and throwing up their waters in a shower of spray then sweeping along capt [capped] by a white foam, almost burying our litle Barque, and the plunging and labouring to contend against the mighty element was too sublime for me to describe ----------While viewing the display of Gods power in the world of waters spread out before us, I was led to reflect on his still greater power innturning the siner to himself. 0 that we might have a gale of divine grace which would sweep every impenitent soul into the kingdom of Heaven ----------- . [The following,—probably the beginning of a scratch copy of a letter or note, was written at the top of the page:] SATURDAY 4th. interesting volume. I thank my dear sister for the loan of her I fear that I have kept it to long, excuse me I thought I might counteract the wrong in part by commencing to morrow's journal but I cansonly say Saturday, and perhaps shall not [have] time to do that. Good bye. �Feb. 5, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Sabbath Febuary 5th sailed 144 miles — Page 27 .Lat. 48° 44' Long 52!46! distance ------------- Brother Conde address'd us from John 3d 16v. We still feel that the Spirit of the Lord is with us moving upon the hearts of siners. But we kneed more faith that we may take hold on the promises of God and then we shall see greater displays of his. power and those who are born into the kingdom will be no longer faint and trembling, hardly knowing whether they have life or not but they will be strong and vigours [vigorous], . Showing to all around them that they have indeed become new men in Christ Jesus. 0 the infinite mercy of God that he can accept such imperfect services of his children. So cold so litle concern for those around us, so litle regard for the glory of his great name. 0 my soul arouse. Shake of thy fetters of stupidity which so impede thy progress and so marr thine own happiness and take to thyself the whole c^tYyvo of faith. Could Christ weep over siners and shall I see them rush down to eternal death hJi'hyi dxlc A - Have I no bowels of compassion. 0 my Saviour forgive me and grant that I may breathe faith something of thy spirit and have my heart swell with that benevolence which brought the Saviour from a throne of glory and then and not. till then shall I live for the Glory of God ------- Monday Feb 6th 126 miles. Lat 49°43 Long 56°45 distance sailed We still are carried prosperously along. entered on the duties of a new week. And have And I now would concecrate myself anew to God and pray for Heavenly wisdom to direct me through each new day that I may guard every avenue of my heart, And thereby be enabled to recommend by example the religion which �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson I profess. Feb. 6, 1837 Page 28 this morning the sun rose in unclouded (?) splendor. Now its dusking glory is-shut in by darkening clouds which portend a storm. The sailors catch the threating aspect and prepares to meet it. So the siner who sees the shower of divine wrath gather­ ing over his head and hears the thunderings of Gods threatnings in his ears may find a safe refuge in fleeing to Jesus Christ 0 C/LOS8 blessed retreat. Dear Saviour let me ever cling tothy vews^T) . Grant me thy smile and it shall be Heaven. my Polar star tolead me to And I will not fear although all the powers of darkness against Teusday Febuary 7th sailed 23 miles. Satan should set in awa-yj my soul. Lat 50°29' Long 58°14T distance Last evening we observed the monthly concert. A spirit of benevolence for a world lost in sin. seemed to wv awake up the latent energies of the soul. And many ardent prayers were was (!) poured out before the throne of God for those portions of our world which are shrouded in the thick gloom of heathenish darkness. And I doubt not but what the united prayeis of Gods children will come up in rememberance before him. And he is faithfull to hear and answer prayer. the streamss of salvation And he will cause to flow onward till this vast wilder­ ness which is now cheered only by here and there a fertile spot shall bud and blossom as the rose. And that blessed light which now cheers but here and there a litle spot Shall burst forth with meridiam(?) splendour upon the whole world. And if even I felt my heart yearn over souls it was last evening. And I do rejoice and bless God for the priviledge of leaving my native land to. spend my days on heathen shores. I would not exchange my place �Feb. 7, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson with a Princes in kingly courts. No. Page 29 But had I a thousand lives gladly would I spend them all for the poor heathen -------------This has been a lovely day. phere mild. The sea calm and the atmos­ And we have been very much interested in examining a kind of sea weed which floats on the water. It Is of various shapes and appeances [appearances] somewhat resembling leather only of a different color. one branch measured about 17 feet. An Albatross was also caught and taken on deck without much in­ jury to the bird. It was twice as large as a goose, Its body was covered with white feathers beautifully clouded with black and of a glossy hue admirably calculated to defend its body--from the water. top to top. Its wings were brown measuidng about 10 feet from When on deck it did not attempt to rise, seemed perfectly tame and would allow us to handle him, to take him up or do anything with him as passively as if he had always been accostomed to It. And after we had examined sufficiently we put him over again into the water and the poor bird swam off glad inde to make his escape from his new acquaintance --- -- -- Wednesday Feburayr8th tance sailed 112 miles. Long 60° 38' dis- We are now near the Falkland Isajjxd-s • The weather cold and rainy. with a storm within. Lat 51° 41' But what is a storm without compared Although the howling winds rush madly on and the contending of the mighty elements bespeaks all nature In a turmoil Yet if the Sun of righteousness shine upon our soul all is calm peace and quiet. But If he hide his face Satan ralies his forces and sets them In array against us and the turmoil within is more to be dreaded than the contending of the mighty �Feb. 8, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson elements. Page 30 0 the blessed hope of immortality when we shall be freed from the storms of temptation. When these gloomy doubts and fears shall distress the soul no more, but our joy shall be full and our happiness complete forever and ever. A few rolling Suns and the batle is over(?) persevere till death and a crown is sure. This afternoon we have spoken [to] the ship Edward 4 1 / 2 months out from Hudson N York on a whaling voyage. We were very much in hopes to have sent letters by her to America. being in pursuit of a whale could not stop. But she So our hopes were disipoited [disappointed]. And our good friends who were on deck with their letters in their hands were obliged to return below and wait for another vesel. We also have passed very near several small Islands so near that we could discover the trees and rocks and it was indeed gratifying to the eye after being on the water for 8 weeks to behold something that reminded us of our own native h i l l s ------------------------- Thursday Feb 9th 178 miles. Lat 52°50' Long 68°42' distance sailed We are now about two days sail from the Cape with a good wind and fine weather. of whales but caught none. \ax^e^ This morning we have seen -hu-g-e shoals I was very favribly [favorably] reminded of that passage in Job where he is spoken.of as making the deep boil like a pot of ointment he maketh his path to shine after him. one would think the deep livihg/?). Jhe :'xLlustrations of the bible are very striking and beautiful. �Feb. 10, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Friday Feb 10th sailed 88 miles. Page 31 Lat 53°,56'. Lon 64° 52' distance I have been somewhat Indisposed to day In consequence of taking cold. How frail is human nature constantly exposed to pain and sickness. Let us be touched by the finger of the Almighty and we are laid low. Yet while In the enjoyment of health we sport along forgetful of our frailty. Till God In mercy reminds us of it That we may remember that this is notl our home - - Just before sun set went on deck to take a view of the land which lie streched along West South West of our course.. The shore is in full view and the soil seemed covered with a sort of course grass, distant mountains were towering in raged [ragged] peaks to the clouds and the Sun just sinking behind a distant hill made me almost imagine that I was on some shore of my be­ loved America. Saturday Febuary 11th sailed 84 miles. Lat 55°11' long 65°,30’ distance During the night we have passed the Sts between Staten land and Tere del Fuego In safety. And now we behold the Sun throwing his silver rays on the rag[g]ed mountains, the atmos­ phere clear and serene. The Ocean almost a perfect calm with scarce a breath to ruffle its glassy surface and our vesel setting like a beautiful Swan upon the waters. And while gazing at the near shore as it lie streched along on the east almost as far as the eye could reach and the rough and broken scenery beyond now rising Into hills covered by coarse moss, then towering Into.lofty mountains presenting their bold and rugged heads already painted by.Aurora golden beam above the lofty clouds. Then swining [swinging] �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Feb. 11, 1837 Page 32 my eyes to the opposite, Nothing but the liquid deep spread out before me, bounded by the deep blue of the clear horison, I was so lost in delight that I seemed riveted to the spot and could scarce turn my eyes off from beholding the scene. Sabbath noon Feb 12th sailed 106 miles. Lat 56°18T Long 67°52’ distance The Cape with which we have associated so much danger is in full view and we are sailing around it with a smooth osrd sea and a fair wind, no HH-l--wind— but moderately cold. strikingly manifest is the goodness of the Lord. 0 how It seems as if his special presence had been with us all the way as it was with his people ofrold when he led them up from Egypt to the land of promise. I hope that we shall not be left tofeel that we are the favourites of Heaven, and thereby provoke God to visit us ac­ cording to our just deserts [desserts]. This has been a day of but litle spiritual enjoyment so we notwithstanding that I am loaded with his blessings yet my heart is cold. It seems as if my heart would continualy overflow with gratitude and as if nothing but praise would burst forth from my lips. confused. But I am ashamed and 0 how ungrateful, when shall I love thee as I ought. 0 never till freed from this frail tenement of clay, my soul shall range the ethereal world of bliss where sin can never tempt me more. Our exercises were holden below. Ives from Revelation 33 20v. knock §c. §c. Sermon by Brother Behold I stand at the door and The plan of salvation was clearly presented and siners tenderly invited to open the door of their hearts and let the Saviour in. 0 why will they be so bent upon their own ruin as to refuse such infinite condescension. At three had our �Journal, Lois. S.H. Johnson bible exercise as usal. Feb. 12, 1837 enjoyed it much. Met sisters L and V [Lafon and VanDuzee] for our social season of prayer. heart a litle warmed and felt refreshed. Page 33 got my In the evening had our prayer':meeting and was not a little rejoyced to hear our Captain get up and speak for Christ and tell |us] what God had done for his soul. Monday Feb 13th 124 miles. Lat 59°17T Long 69°35t distance sailed The weather cold. Sea rough, sick from the motion of the vesel. many of our company Have been reflecting on the present state of religion as it exists And comparing it with primitive days, And find that so much worldly ambition, Pride and unholy motive actuate the professing children of God. I cant but conclude that there is great reason to fear and tremble lest God remove his candlestick from this people and raise him up a people to serve him who shall know and glorify his name -- Teusday Febuary 14th tance sailed 120 miles. Lat 58°, 22!. -- -- - - - Long^ 72°33T dis­ The motion of the vesel Is so violent to day that we can neither write nor study much. Some of our 'sisters ventured on deck and got a showering by the breaking of a wave which came rushing down the companion way as if we were about to be swept away. Wednesday Feb. 15th sailed 125 miles. Lat 57°36' Long 74° 9 T Still cold and rough. distance We have doubled the cape and begin to feel as if we were Indeed setting our faces towards our place of destination. The strange land In which we �Feb. 15, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H.4"'Johnson Page 34 are to find our new home - - - - - - - - - - - - - Thursday Feb 16th Lat 55°35' Long 74° 58' distance sailed 123 miles.. Went on deck for exercise with sister M, fell into conversation with Dr. Lafon about the low standard of piety. Had an interesting and hope useful conversation. Spent a short time in prayer with sister M., found sweet enjoyment. 0 how merciful is our Heavenly Father when we repent and return to him so ready to forgive our sins and lift on us the smile of his love. How can I be so base as to wander from him and grieve his blessed spirit. But 0 my treacherous heart. When I would do good evil is present with me. Friday Feb 17th. 166 miles. Lat 53°56! Long 78°46' distance sailed I have to day felt stupid in body and mind. an uncomfortable being. 0 I am I am astonished at Myself and can but adore the goodness of God. Nothing but divine grace can bear up my desponding soul. Saturday Febuary 18th 125 m. Lat 52°47 Long 81°9' distance The Sisters have enjoyed the priviledges of a united in a prayer meeting this afternoon. This is the first time we have enjoyed a season like this since we have been on board, there being obstacles in the way which are now removed. All our sis­ ters except three who were deprived the priveledge by sickness. It was a precious season and I trust our hearts were warmed by the Holy spirit. �Journal, Lois S'.II. Johnson Sunday Feb 19th sailed. 1st 16v. Feb. 19, 1837 Lat 51° 42’ Services below to day. Long 83'° 43T cSermon by Dr. Lafon. Page 35 132 miles Text Romans I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ for It is the power of salvation to every one which believeth. He presented the precious gospel of which the Apostle was not ashamed.with feeling and clearness and I trust the spirit of the Lord Is not yet wholey removed from us. encourageing. The meeting in Forecastle was very Three of the sailors came out and spoke for Christ. And we trust that like Mary have indeed chosen the better part which will never be taken from them. 0 may the Lord strengthen them and make them abound in e^ery good work-been very sick to day. Sister Lafon has May her heavenly Father sanctify this sickness to her and cause her to come forth like gold refined and purified from all dre>5^ v I looked forward to this Sabbath, hoping that I should have a day of pure enjoyment. in my soul. But It has been a day of darkness A view of my wicked heart has led me to feel as If God had hid his face from me and to feel as If It would be just In him to cut me off. of pardoning mercy. But blessed be his name that he is a God And does he permit one so unworthy to be numbered with his servants In his vinyard. 0 let me ever bless and praise his name. Monday Febuary 20th miles. Lat 49°54' Long 84° sailed 108 Spent most of last night In watching with a sick sister - felt It a priviledge to deny myself a litle rest if by that I might relieve the distress of a dear suffering friend. and misery this short life Is h & i r ' t e>O v 0 how much pain And is it that evil �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Feb. 20, 1837 Page 36 and bitter thing sin which has entailed this legacy upon us and must we inherit it till death. Till death did I say. evil consequences stop not there. If they did It would be tolerable. What are a few brief days of suffering. but a eternity, But 0 if They will soon be past how can we endure an everlasting suffering but we have entailed It upon ourselves, and we canot [cannot] atone for It jct^W we have broken Gods holy how then can we escape. 0 yes God saw our extremity and he has opened a new and living way. Christ has died and in his death has bourne the sins of the whole world and we through faith In his name may escape the just penalty of the law and instead of lying down in eternal wo[e] as was our just doom We may rise to a state of perfect and everlasting bliss. 0 gloriuos love. Shall we count anything so dear for Christ. Dear Saviour make me entirely thine And I ask no more. death I will not fear. Come life come I will rejoice in thee. A suden noise on deck and runing and hollowing [hollering] of the sailors together with the rolling and rocking of our little vesel convince us that there is a storm. main sail has been rent In peices(I). The‘:"wind is violent the But our Heavenly Father who rules the winds and waves can keep us in perfect safety. Teusday Febuary 21st sailed 133 miles. Lat 47° 56' Long 83° 3’ distance The storm still continues and there is so much motion we can neither write or exercise. Wednesday Febuary 22d sailed 140 miles. Lat 45° 34' Longitude 83" distance It still continues very unpleasant and we are obliged to keep below. many of our company have experienced a �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson return of sea sickness. Feb. 22, 1837 all need exercise. Page 37 And we do not profit by our studies as we should if we could enjoy more exercise - - - Thursday Febuary 23d sailed 150 miles. Lat 43° 14' long 81° 11T distance This day is set apart by the churches In our land for fasting and prayer for a desent [descent] of the Holy Spirit on the Coledges and Semnaryies of our beloved America, That fto Id/'t the youth there mole^te-d and s'oiling up the hill of Science That they may climb the mount Zion at the same time and be prepared to sound the trump of the everlasting gospel on the watch tower there­ of. We have observed the day on board ship. in our rooms. Spent the morning At 2 PM had a prayer meeting in the cabin and also in the evening. Friday Febuary 24th sailed 150 miles. Lat 41° 12T long 82° 45’ It is indeed a delightful morn, distance the clouds have dispersed the sky is clear anc^erene, the air soft and mild. And ■fee glorious king of day arising from his watery bed welcomes In the day. 0 that the Sun of righteousness would disperse the dark -Pe.oA' clouds of doubt and f^eem which brood over my soul and let the king of everlasting day enter -------------------- : -------- Saturday Febuary 25th Latitude 37°45' Long 82° 9' distance sailed 108 miles. Time with untiring step has brought o us to another Saturday eve and the long list of sins both of ^mision.' and comlsion of this week are about to be sealed up for the gredt day of reckoning. Grant 0 my Heavenly Father that they may be canceled by the blood of my Redeemer - - - - - - - - - -- �Feb. 26, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Sabbath Febuary 26th sailed 130 miles. Lat 37° 291 long 81° 42 This has been a precious day. Page 38- distance We have had two sermons to day and and (!) may the Lord grant his blessing Upon the truth delivered and make it effectual. morning by Brother Bliss. Thesalonians 5. 19v. 13th 24v. Text Genesis 6. C.. 3d v and 1st of In the afternoon by Brother Conde from Luke In the morning we shall not always strive the blessed spirit. Sermon.In the were told that God has said his spirit with man. And admonished not to quench In the afternoon that the gate which leads to Heaven Is strait and that many will seek to enter in and not be able, give ourselves rest till we know for a "^hen shall we certainty whether we are in the narrow way which leads to eternal life. Indeed I do not wish to rest and I pray that I may not till this point be setled In my own breast. And 0 my Heavenly Father If I am deceived on every other point. Forbid that I should be In this. Monday Febuary 27th 106) Lat 36° 18T We have fine weather again. Long 83. 12' (Sailed I was reminded of a May moring(!) by the soft and salubrious air while on deck this morning. But felt as If it was wanting in some of the sweetest charms which characterises a New England May Morn. One of which is the beauti­ ful green verdure and the sweet musick of the feathered songsters. But the--works of God are beautiful and show forth his wisdom and goodness in all parts of his Universe. And while charmed with the beauty of this fallen world which is moved by sin and groans under the curse of God I have been led to reflect on the all glorious beauty of Heaven, Which bears trace of sins blasting breath. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Teusday Febuary 28th Feb. 28j 1837 Lat 34° 461 miles saild) . Health not very good to day. to maloncholy(!) without knowing why. Page 39 Long 85° 5' (119 And feel rather inclindd I find a. very close connexion between my mind and body. If one suffers the other sympathises - - - Teusday eve we have new encouragement to stimulate us. The brothers who went to the Forecastle for for (!) prayers with the Sailors say they have not had so solem a meeting before. The Stewart [Steward] Is very anxious again and a spirit of prayer seems to rest down. 0 that we may yet see greater displays of Gods power In converting siners than we have ever yet seen - - - - Wednesday March 1st sailed 56 miles. Lat 34° 14’ Long 85° 451 We are again enjoying Sumer heat. distance Light and airy clouds flit accross our horison here and there obscuring its mellow hue. solem. Wednesday eve. Our prayer meeting has been unusaly surely the Lord is in this place and we witness his stately goings. 0 that we might hide ourselves In the dust. does his glorious work. While he One of the Sailors Induldging a hope arose and addressed us and told us what the Lord had done for his soul and invited his young friends to come to Christ. how cheering to hear new born souls speaking forth. of God. And another soul is rejoycing in hope. 0 the"'praises He says he loves the Saviour and loves every body.a all is peace and quiet now In his soul. Before all was dark and he could find no happiness. 0 shall not we rejoyce? Angels tune their harps to a louder nobler strain over repenting siners and shall not our hearts swell with praise to God for his wonderful mercy? I will call upon my soul and all that Is within me to magnify his great and holy name. �Journal, Lois S,H. Johnson 0 my soul is full. March 1, 1837 Page 40 Gladly would I stay In a frame like this. If God can so fill our soul here what will our enjoyment in Heaven be where our capacities will be enlarged for the reception of an infinite greater degree. I feel as If to spend this night in rejoyc- Ing in the Lord and praising him for his goodness would be a precious priviledge. Thursday March 2d sailed 60 miles. Lat 33° 37’ Long 86° 10’ distance I arose early this morning and went on deck to admire the infinite beauty and loveliness manifested in the works of God. Calm and peaceful was the mighty Pacific as if lulled 'wvov'i'n^ to repose and the gentle Zephyr playing over it just -erwrntb-n-g(?) its glassy surface Into little riplets as If faning its slumbers to make them more sweet. And Heavens arched vault seemed painted in a deeper hue In which still lingered the pale queen of night as If to welcome the return of the glorious king of day who had already decked the chambers of the East with curtains of gold And now comes forth like a Bridegroom rejoycing In his strength. Have had a few moments conversation with the First Mate on the all Important subject of his souls concern and think I discover in him a secret feeling that all Is not right. May the Lord con­ vince him of his guilt and show him his only refuge - - - - - - - Friday March 3d 108 miles. Lat 33° 45’ Long 88° 12 distance Last eve when assembled around our eMening altar for worship, We were led to Throngs of grace by our Captain. this morning by the Second Mate. the Lord has wrought. And We could but exclaim, See what 0 the power and goodness of the Lord. He �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson March 3, 1837 Page 41 can bring stuborn hearts low And perfect to himself praise from the lips of the scorner - - - - - - - - - Saturday March 4th L'at 32° 54T Long 89° 251 sailed miles (!) I have been busily engaged In sewing for one of the Sisters to day and have spent the day quite pleasantly. I think relaxation to the mind very mecesary and fear that we are not Inclined to take enough. This week have met In Sister Knaps [KnappTs] roomhhere(?) and sister Vanduze[e] for prayer. We have had precious seasons and I trust the Lord has been with us. Sabbath March 5th 189 miles. Lat 31° 48' long 91° 46' With joy we welcome In the holy Sabbath. sailed Sweet day that saw my Lord arise When he triumphed over death and came forth victorious. Sermonrby Brother Ives this morning from these words Paul may plant and Apolos water but God alone can give the Increase. The Sailors were present and heard with a great degree of solemnity. In the afternoon Sermon by Dr. Lafawn [Lafon] from 1st of Corinthians 3d c. 13 14 15 verses. The sailors not all present. abscented themselves probably from opposition of heart to the truth. Poor souls, they do not consider the worth of their immortal souls and that if they perish they alone must |?ear It. 0 that the Lord would send conviction to their hearts and show them their guilt before they go down to eternal death. Time is precious and I fear if they neglect the present opportunity that they will be found among those who in the great day will call upon the rocks and hills to hide them from the face of the Lamb --- --Meeting in the evening solem and Interesting. one of �March 5, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Page 42 the young converts arose and exhorted his impenitent friends to come to Christ to give themselves no rest till they come to the Saviour and find him precious to their souls. Monday March 6th miles. Lat 30°55T Long 92° 2 r distance 96 The air is fine and the weather delightful and the Lord is still prospering us on our way and multipling(I) our blessings day by day. prayers. Boston. This morning our Captain took the lead in our family How different his feelings from those with which he left Then he could hear prayer not because he delighted in it on the being to whom it was offered but for civility sake. Now he can pray to God because he loves him and feels it his priveledge. May the Lord make him strong in every good work. We are looking forward with interest to our Monthly Concert this eve when we hope to mingle our prayers with our beloved friends in our dear America around the mercy sent for that one great object the conversion of a dying world — ------- ----- ----- Teusday March 7th Lat 29 28 I have spent the morning in writing Long 93 34 sailed 111 miles to my beloved friends and it seemed almost like seeing them for it brings up so many assosiations that I almost feel as if I were in their presence. It Is indeed a precious priviledge for which with my other innumerable blessings I would desire to be grateful. It is a connecting link which binds together all rations through this medium although we may be separated by trackless oceans. yet we can converse with our friends and by the pen bring them so near as almost to taste the sweet enjoyment of their society. In what Infinite benevolence and wisdom has God �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson ordered all things. March 7, 1837 Let my soul praise him. tranquil day both within and without. Page 43 This has been a This morning we had family worship on deck In order to give the sailors an opportunity to be present. And I could not but feel Impressed, with the.sublimity of the men, as I looked about and beheld all except one or two on duty, collected on deck, with an awning spread over our heads to shield us from the direct rays of the sun, and the broad ocean spread out around us speaking forth in language more eloquent than tounge [tongue] can utter the sublimity and greatness of him whom we had met to worship and then to see. our Captain stand In the center and read a chapter from Gods words and then a hymn to be sung and then to see the sailors, while brother Bailey led us to the throne of Grace, bow their heads In the atitude of worshipers. 0 that every heart may become a true worshiper and stand around the throne of God and sing the never ending song of praise. I think I desire these souls but how little do I feel In comparison to what I aught. 0 how little of that benevolence which filled a Saviours heart when he spent whole nights In prayers to God and when he sweat as it were great drops of blood In the garden of Gethsemane for the sins of the world. Wednesday March 8th I have just wandered on fancys Lat 28° Long 95° 20’ sailed 127 mile airy flight back to my dear native land for a moment and felt all the suden associations connected::, thdf ewath/spfihgiSg'’up- in my'breast and remembered the parting tears of my dear Mother and Sister and was led to inquire would ye return again to them that ye may enjoy their love. But no as well as I love my dear friends, I cannot find a desire to go back �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson March 8, 1837 Page 44 and although I find myself 13,245 miles from my native shore yet no tear of regret starts from my eye. Do my dear Mother when you read this Infur from It that I do not love you as well [as] I used to. It Is not so never did my friends seem dearer. But If I may but have the meanest place In the vinyard of the Lord Is It not worth all my sacrafices, yea? priviledges. I count them not sacrafices but And though I never meet you again, I will look for­ ward to a glorious meeting in Heaven. there we shall meet our other dear friends which have gone before us and perhaps relate to each other the scenes of this life. And I desire to have my thoughts much on that heavenly home and consider myself a stranger and pilgrim here on earth wishing to have my affections in Heaven. Thursday March 9th 159 miles. Lat 26°.10T long 97°.30' distance Another soul trusts that he has found the Saviour, may he not rest till, [he] rests on the sure foundation and nothing shall be able to take it from him. He is a comon Sailor but Is a man of liberal education and good natural talent. A German by birth. e Y A l 7\ c C t ( > " He has been active in endeavoring to dis orfLminate universal sen­ timents among his associates and last Sabbath he Instead of coming and listing [listening] to the truth he collected together several of his -impenitent friends and endeavoured to confirm them in this belief. Yesterday and last night he was in an agony for his sin and cried out what shall I do to be saved. This morning he feels peace of mind and trust that he has found a Saviuur. May the Lord make him as faithful advocate for himself as he has been for Satan. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson March 10th March 10, 1837 Lat 29° 54' Saturday March 11th 138. Long 99° 20 Lat 23° 11T Page 45 sailed 130 miles. Long 100° 43T distance Another week has rooled [rolled] around and we are still alive floating along on the mighty deep. the Lord^is with us. to God. We still'trust that 0 for more humility more entire consecration I think I long after the salvation of these precious souls and feel as if I could not give up the point till I see their feet planted on the rock of ages. in comparison. But how cold and faint are my desires 0 for such a view of the souls worth as shall make me cry out in an agony to God for them. 0 God save us or we perish; vain is the help of man. Sabbath March 12th Services on deck. 20 v. Lat 21. 26T Long 102°. 12 (147 miles) r Sermon by Brother Bliss from Co\inthians 5 c. All were solem but do not know as there is any new cases of conviction. 5 c. 20 v. Sermon in the afternoon by Brother Conde from James And he gave us a very excelent sermon. He told us what would be some of the evidences of true conversion and the fruits it would lead to. And thus while the Christian was fed the note of alarm was sounded in the Siners ear. May the Holy Spirit accompany it with divine power and make it the Savior of life unto life to everyone which heard it. The First Mate is still anxious about his soul but will not come to Christ that he might have life. Says that he has been a great siner, does not deserve mer[c]y and so seems to rest there. May the Lord have mercy upon his poor soull although he has no mercy upon himself, and save him from everlasting woe. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Monday March 13th. March 13, 1837 Lat 19° 44' Page 46 Long 104,21! (159 miles We are rapidly sailing over the sea which seperates us from our destined port in another point of view we arerrapidly sailing ovelr] the sea of life and nearing the port of eternity. Will Christ be In our pilot boat to lead us In to the haven of Heaven. 0 how Importante(!)’that we so live as to get an assureance of hope. This is our priviledge and duty and why rest short of it. ctrncL God is willing that we shall enjoy it nadr will grant It to those who live above the world. Heavenly Father I desire to renew my consecra­ tion to thee and pray thee accept the unworthy sacrafice § wilt thou keep me near thee § let me never rest till I feel an assureance that I am thine, § then can I hope to do something for the upbuilding of thy cause. But what can a weak trembling doubting Christian do? who Is mourning continualy ove[r] his own fearful condition. 0 he will do nothing unless strengthed(!) by God but dishonour his great and holy name. Went on deck after prayer meeting to enjoy the cool even­ ing breeze § how enchanting the scene tongue cannot describe its loveliness. Psalm. I can only adopt the Language as uttered in the 19th Had some conversation with the First Mate upon his souls concern § he seems to talk like one exerciseing repentance and faith. And- I returned below rejoycing, To plead with God that he would search his heart and not suffer him to rest on a false hope § deceive himself. God knows his heart and may he not not (!) suffer him to rest short of the rock of ages — Teusday March 14 Thermometer 78°. Lat 17° 43' — — — — — — Long 106 10' ) 188 miles 0 how bus'sy[BusyC?)] is that dark(?) apostate — �Journal, Lois S.Hi Johnson March 14, 1837 who is an enimy to all righteousness. Page 47 He seeing souls here anxious about their souls has set his powers in array to destroy them § has artfuly seized Religion to the very thing with which he means d d.'X^qyt to do it. May the Lord de£ent_[_d-esfenrd] him § overrule all things for his g l o r y ----------------- :-- — Wednesday March 15th 165 miles. Lat 15° 51' Long 108° 12' distance The air, close and sultry this morning. oppressive in. our state rooms. Find it quite Have spent the day in secular em­ ployment . Wednesday eve. Have enjoyed our prayer meeting very much; and think I have found sweet enjoyment in coming to the mercy seat. Precious priviledges that we may flee to the Throne of Grace at all times § find there a friend who can be touched by a feeling of our infirmities. Thursday March 16th 122 miles. Calm and beautiful. Lat 14 40T Long 109° 30' sailed Our company have removed to the deck to day § it presents a buisy scene indeed. Could our beloved friends just see us as we are now occupied in our little happy world on this great ocean They would almost envy us our happiness. For I do not believe it posible to find a spot on earth presenting a more interesting view. all happy, all buisy, and the glow of health; and smile of content; tenance. forth in almost every coun­ and alfhoUgh gathered to-gether from various parts of the earth; diferently educated § having imbiled different views Yet dewling [dwelling] together in brotherly love. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson March 17, 1837 Friday March 16th [i.e. 17] Page 48 Lat 13° 19’ Long-1100 26’ (98 [miles] Last night we had quite a reffreshing shower. seemed £ina-e-(?) and delightful after it. We also had another shower during the night and some hail accompanied it. biht 1 7 fine this morning. The air The air very Have been buisily engaged in w^-sh-irc^ today. Have felt for a few days as if the spirit of prayer was declineing. The spirit seems to be stayed and souls are not converted. the Lord seems to be hovering over us Spirit from us. Yet he has not removed his It seems as If God-was in waiting to see If we will repent and humble ourselves and offer the pryaer of faith for these souls. shall we do it or let these precious souls go down to death because these rwho profess to love God neglect to offer for them the prayer of f a i t h ---------- After tea went on deck for exercise. Husband went aloft and droped his watch which was a valuable one overboard. The thought struck me Immediately as I saw It fall, I have reason to bless God that it was not my dear Husband. I will not trouble about the watch, the Lord well. all things and doeth all things dajt~ble^- oil the silver and gold and *Gu-tb-l-eT or a thousand hills are his § we and all that we are and all that we have were thine, help us at all times to hold it at thy disposal. And while we live may we serve thee with obedient hearts and willing hands § may we bind thy commandments to our hearts and may they be sweeter than the honey comb. Saturday March 18th miles. Lat 11°.54’ Long 111. 54’. distance 122 Again I feel reminded of the rapidity with which time �Journal., Lois S.H. Johnson March 18, 1837 flies by the return of another Saturday afternoon. Page 49 one day after another passes away and we are buisy in gathering flowers which will quickly fade. Not keeping in mind that life is made up of these little portions and before we are aware of it the night of death will be upon us. Let us be wise § pluck also those flowers which bloom only in eternity § forever exhale theirs odours with increasing fragrance. Sunday March 19th 102 miles. Lat 10 95' The services on deck today. from 2 Peter 3d 18v Grow in grace. Long 13 6' distance Sermon by Brother Ives He presented the the (!) subject in a very clear maner telling us what were some of the hindrances to our growth in grace § the necesity of a close watch over our hearts § near communion with God - - - - - - In the afternoon Sermon by Dr. Lafawn-from Hebrews 9c 27v It is appointed unto all men once to die after death the judgement. In a sollem and impressive maner proved to us that men do not re­ ceive their punishment here for their sins § that there must be a day coming In the world will be judged. For example he says now for instance if a man commits an hundred murders now if one murder deserves death how is he to be punished for the 99.. He says per­ haps It will be answered that they are punished by horror of conscience. But the reply Is No! before half that number is commited the indivenal [individual])?) ] will delight to imbone his hands in thee blood of his fellow creature. that there must be a future and punishments. that heard It. The argument was full and conclusive judgement and also future rewards May it prove a saviour of life unto life to all �Journal, Lois S .K . Johnson March 19, 1837 Page 50 after services we were conversing upon it § the Captain related' a circumstance which fell under his observation in Valpariso. The murderer was an Italian a fine noble looking man § had commited several murders § this man which he killed and for which he was afterwards executed was also a noble looking*nman at mechanick. He met him in a shop § spoke to him. He said it occured to him while he stood there that he should like to stick his knife into him. that he should like to see his blood run § accordingly he followed him out § to a bye place § came up and spoke to him 8 took out his knife and thrust it in his shoulder and reached his heart -- I could but exclaim what has restraining grace done were it not for this what would the world be. of (!) the heart. 0 the depravity of If left to ourselves Man. would delight in the 1 death of his brother. 0 humiliating thought. How glorious the plan of salvation just fitted to our lost condition. to our dear Saviour. We owe all This has been a sollem and interesting day to me - - - - - - Monday March 20th Lat 7° 4 ’ It has been a day of spiritual languor. long 114° 10’ sailed 138. My sins have hid my Fathers face Ji-etw&en a Holy dove return and sit § warm my heart (?) / Teusday March 21st Wednesday March 22d o Lat 5 581 Lat 4° 46’ Long 116° 44’ distance 180 Long 118° 58 distance 180 By calculating the distance that we havessailed, we find it to be 13,475 miles. We are fast advanceing a Heathen shore, soon if the Lord still prospers us, we shall step on foot on that strange �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson March 22, 1837 Page 51 land; § hear the voices of a strange tonugue (!'),. a people which worship not God. we may 0 may we be filled with the Holy Spirit, that them the way of eternal life, § thereby know that blessed cause for which we have left our own shores. --------Wednesday March 22d. 187. Lat 4° 46T Long 178° 59T distance Never'did I more fully realize the value of time. every moment seems precious, § I can hardly find time to write a few lines In this day by day. This leads me to reflect upon the mul­ tiplicity of cares which will In a few days devolve upon me. much is crowded into the short space of life. How It becometh us to improve this short hour for on it hang results as sollem as eternity. Thursday March 23d 1^0. Lat 3° 6T Long 120° 58T distance Last evening prayer meeting as usal.r And the young converts took a front. One of which is our German, a young man of fine natural talents, § weel [well] educated but one who has been, as Is often termed a wild fellow, § one who had great influence over his companions exhorted them affectionately to come to Christ. He is about 23 years of age. Left his country about 5 years since § has been to sea during that time. He is acquainted with five different languages § I trust, the Lord has something for him to do, § that he will be enabled to concecrate all his tallents § learning, to that cause, he has done so much to injure. Our hearts are cheered, while we behold the pleasing evidence around us, that the Lord has commenced a work of grace in some hearts here, which but a short time since were dead In sin § desined not a knowledge of God § had resolved that they would not listen to any warnings from his children. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Fri-day March 24th March 23, 1837 Page 52 Lat 1° 26’ long 122° 23. Feel as if the spirit of the Lord had withdrawn from us § why is it. Siners which for a time felt that they had precious souls to save or lose now have become careless § turn a deaf ear. Let us each one turn our thoughts within and examine our own hearts § repent and confess our sins before God who is faithful to forgive sins. sW ts That these souls perish not § our s4ein-s be found stained with their blood - - - - - Saturday March 25th miles. Lat 00 18’ Long 124° dls. 110 Our little band of brothers § Sisters in view of our past unfaithfulness have unitedly agreed to keep this day as a day of self examination § prayer before God. 0 we have reason to take the lowest place In the dust § to repent In sackcloth and ashes. May we take words In our mouths § return and may the Lord pardon our sins § pour(?) us out a blessing till there shall not be room to receive It. Sabbath March 26th. Lat 0° 48T Long. 125° 24’ distance 112. The stillness of all around; reminds us of the return of the holy Sabbath, § with it, a charm of holy joy. In as much as the plan of salvation was more glorious than the creation; § as Christ was the first first first fruits of the reserection so now Is the first day more glorious than the seventh. Brother Bliss preached In the morning from Acts 24c 25v. Go thy way for this time when I have a convienient (!) time I will call for.thee. It Is to be feared that many have thus excused themselves till It is forever to late; and I fear § tremble lest this may be the case, with some of this crew. �Journal, Lois, S.H.. Johnson March 26, 1837 Our Brother gave us a sermon rich with truth fj argument. Page 53 And I humbly hope that the Lord will bless the truth spoken, without the influences of the Holy Spirit the truth falls powerless to the ground - - - - In the afternoon sermon by Brother Conde from Matthew 6c lOv. Thy kingdom come, we had a sollem § interesting meeting; § think there is evidence that the spirit has not yet taken his flight. Prayer meeting in the evening sollem § interesting. Monday March 27th; 34 long 126° 82' distance 110 miles. We have a vertical sun to day and find it very warm. But I have suffered much less than I anticipated. our Heavenly Father has tempered his winds to his shorn lambs. I have had a sweet season in our little.prayer meeting with Sister Vanduze„§ am cheered by the inteligence that another soul have given his heart to Christ. He is an interesitng young man about 19 § is a Dane. May it indeed prove that he has become a new creatuer(!) in Christ § may he know God § exercise faith in Christ. Teusday March 28th miles, then 82. Lat 2° Long 127.59! distance 95 We have resolve to make it our object to spend a a (!) part of this day to pray-:for a preperation of heart to enter into that feild(!) of labour to which we are now begining to anticipate as near to us. 0 how much grace humility § love for the Heathen we kneed to enter upon that blessed work. 0 may we be enabled to trust in the promises of the Lord § go forward in his strength - - - - The weather warm § sultry with the appearance of showers. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson March 28, 1837 I have been much interested in viewing a water spout. something altogether new to me. Page 54 It was A black cloud was seen hanging low in the horison § from this the spout proceeded in the form of a trumpet reaching almost to the water the from the douds. and proceeding From the water was seen directly under it a nother (!) clouds ariseing(?) of a different form § almost meeting the one. hanging over it apparently about to unity § pour down by one great stream the contents of the cloud into the great deep. Wednesday March 29th 149. Some Lat 3° 35’ Long 125° 39T distance A Fine breeze this morning, of our sisters are engaged we are sailing rapidly along. in making a bethel flag to announce our arrival at the Islands. May our hearts also be prepared § ? an open set before us. And may our Father guide us safely there. My health has.rather suffered for a few days' in consequence of the heat. Every slight indisposition reminds us of our mortality. § I desire to keep it in mind that I may watch and pray § be in readiness to meet our Lord at any hour, that I may be prepared to enter into his i^est. Dying is only going home to the Christian. Thursday March 30th The air Lat 5° 35TN Long 131° 8T dis 131 miles close § oppressive with Thursday eve. appearances of showers. We have had a fine shower this eve. the air is cool § refreshing - - - - - - - - - - - - - Saturday Aprile 1st two days past, cool § cloudy. It still remains as it has been for We enjoy it very much. around with an unaccountable rapidity. Time moves another week has fled away �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 1, 1837 § my unprofitable life is still lengthened out. this evening quite Interesting. Page 55 Prayer meeting 0 that these precious souls which are still, enimies to God would become reconciled through Jesus Christ. Lat 9° Long 134° 58T dis 166 miles. Sunday Aprile 2d Lat 10° 16T The weather still remains cloudy § cool. Long 137° 9' dis 174 miles Sermon this morning from Mat. 5c 14th v( Ye are the light of the world. The Christian is truly the light of the world § if their light be darkness how great Is that darkness - - - Sermon by Dr Lafawn In the afternoon from 1st of John 1st c. 7v. The blood of Jesus Christ cleanses from all sin. was a precious sermon. It His first object was to show that the world was suffering the curse of sin, § that that (!) the earth bears marks of it. From this, he reasoned that men being conscious of their sin, were ready to do anything to atone for their sins but just what they are required; this they are •..unwilling to do, as for example, tell a siner that he is guilty before God, § get him to feel that he Is a siner, § he will immediately begin to try?, to do something, to recomend him to God, tell him that he must repent, § bleive(!) on Jesus Christ. 0 he cant do that; But he is ready to do anything to become a Christian, § he cant see why he is not. The very reason Is, he is not willing to do what God requires of him. To Illustrate It he says, supposing a man is overboard, § there Is no way for him to [be] saved, but by his regaining the ship, And you throw him a rope, § tell him to take hold of the rope, § he all the time keeps strugling, to keep upon the surface of the water, § you tell [him] to grasp the rope, or he will be �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 2, 1837 Page 56 lost, he still refuses, but insists that he is doing all that he can, So he is doing the best that he can to keep upon the surface of the water, but all the while neglecting the only posible way of escape. Just so with the siner. from all sin. The blood of Jesus Christ, cleanes Yet he will try every other way of escape, before thisd§ thousands rather than come to Christ § take salvation, as a free gift, choose to perish. It is just here as in other places, the siners heart is e (?).-against God, § he does not like to hear the truth, § will stay away ever, though he might hear it without pains. How strange that when life § death are set before us, that so many will choose death rather than life. Teusday April 4th We are bourne rapidly along. Lat 15° 19' Long 142° 15! distance 188 Last evening we had an interesting season of prayer for the conversion of the world. we expect to spend on the water. It is the last Probably before another season' rools [rolls] around we shall stand on heathen ground § witness the degnegatbns (!) of heathenish darkness. May the thousands of prayers which assend in unison for these perishing souls be had in .'remembrance before God § bring down his blessings Wednesday April 5th. 186. Lat 16° 10' Long 145° 3 T distance cool and delightful, § the breath of Heaven is wafting us swiftly along. Wednesday eve. We have had a precious meeting this evening, once more these precious souls have been invited to come to Christ. can they again go away and slight them, § �Journal, Lois S..H. Johnson April 5, 1837 madly rush on to eternal death. their condemnation — April 7th Page 57 if they perish how awful must be ---------— Lat 19 40' Long 151° 12' distance 212 Our vessel tires not, stops not, for the last 24 hours we have sailed after the rate of 9 § 10 knots per hour. expect to see the Islands. getting ready to land. To-morrow we We are all in confusion here today This together with the creaking § rock­ ing of the ship unfits me for writing. Saturday April 8th Lat. 20. 42. Long 154, 25 dis 202. We have been anxiously watching, to catch a glimpse of those Isles, to which we are bound; but in consequence of a smoky cloudy horison, it has not yet become visible. It is Saturday evening, And all seem to be nearly in readiness, to take their departure, from the Mary Frazier. It may be also Saturday eve In our journey of life with some of us, are we waiting for our sumons to eternity. I fear were this to be the case we might be taken by surprise. says watch and pray for the Son of Man cometh in an hour. Christ ye think not of. This eve prayer meeting again. Soon these precious priviledg of assembling ourselves around this board where we have so often mingled our vois.es in prayer § praise to God. will still assend to God from this vessel. But we trust prayer The Captain and second Mate have taken a decided stand on the side of Christ And their hearts swell with benevolence for those around them. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 10, 1837 Page 58 Monday Noon [April 10] off Honolulu Yesterday was the sabbath and one sollem as eternity, as the day dawned upon us our eyes opened on the Islands of our destination. We were In full view of Moloki(!) § passed so near it as to dis­ cover Mr Hitchcocks dwelling, there. The American Missionary located It was a framed house painted. We also so [saw] two other houses painted white one a meeting house provably(l) and the other .a school house. We also saw many Native huts along the shore. The land along the shore is levevel(!) § presents a pleasant pros­ pect. the back ground is rugged and picturesque rising into baren peaks then sinking into low vales covered with a lively green which was delightful to the eye after beholding nothing but the broad expanse of water spread out before us for four months. It was a lovely morning § we sailed along In sight of land watching the distant waves as they dash and foam over the coral reef and die on the distant shore. Prayers below. Morning service below. Brother Bliss From 2 of Corvinthians 3d 23v. on deck. Oahu in full view. Sermon was by after service went Thought it not expedient to have our afternoon exercise till we come to anchor. Oahu presents a more fertile appearance than either of the other Islands which we have passed yet its appearance was rugged and broken, some of the peaks presenting the appearance of extinguished volcanoes § no doubt they are for these Islands are all of volcanic origin. Some of the peaks lying back are clothed with forest. as we sailed along the beautiful groves of cocoa trees with natives houses intespersed(!) among them. Honolulu. about 2 we came In view of I was disapointed somewhat In the appearance of Hono- �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson lulu. April 10, 1837 Page 59 It Is very natural for us to picture in immagination places which we have never seen, and as often fail In forming a right Idea. Honolulu is situated on a level plain extended along the shore, the back ground is broken, covered with green forest or shrubery, I 'could not tell which. inhabitants. The vilage contains a few thousand of Two meeting houses one of which is painted white and has a steeple. this is a Bethel, framed houses finished and painted. many of the houses are some are grass huts shaded by the tall cocoa. about 1/2 past 2 we laid to § saw approaching us a native boat. it soon came along side § contained the pilot § 4 natives, they called for a rope and a rope was thrown over, and In one moment they were on board. The Pilot is an American a man whose head Is bleached by perhaps 70 sumers. he provably(I) has resided here for sometime for his complexion has assumed a tawny hue. At 3 PM anchor cast all sails furled § nothing but our beloved baner § bethel flag floating on the breeze. Two other boats came out in which were the british consoul and several gentlemen among which was mr Johnstone whose wife has been in America the paatT year § is on her return to the Islands having sailed from New ■York 3 weeks before we left. finding his wife. He was much disapointed in not After a few inquires(!) they all returned on shore. Sermon below by Brother Conde from 1st of John 3d 3v. In the evening Prayer meeting In the Cabbin. interesting. very sollem and was occasion. 7 of those with whom we have sailed § of whomrwe entertain hope that they are Christians, arose and thanked God for what he had done for their souls, § also for �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 10, 1837 Page 60 •she.Wing us -1ixi'theirrwayeirTheylseemed affected at the thought of our sepperation, § indeed it was an affecting thought to me,, but may God grant that we may meet again where sepperation is never known. A part of the evening was spent in thanking God for his great love to us § the signal display of his favour in bringing us safely and speedily accross the great deep to a place of anchor within about 3 miles of the shore § in full view of the Islands on which I hope to labour and die. A light from the shore this evening reminds us very forcibly of our native land for it is the first time I have seen a light out of our ship since leaving Boston which a hundred and 16 days which is a remarkable quick passage. Monday morn, our company arose very early delighted with the idea of going ashore, nearly 100 of the native boats were in view this morning, out for the object of catching fish. one veryysmall one came on board bringing us some milk, another came soon bringing us fruit from the missionaries. Several of the bretheren went on shore immeiadiately(!) after breakfast § quite soon many of hte missionaries came on board § invited us to go ashore. The brothers called at the mission house and on the King and Governor § then returned in the Kings Barge % the Ladies all went asshore § met all Brothers § Sisters at the mission hous(!) § received a hearty welcome § united our hearts in thanking God for his great goodness not only to. us but also to them in bringing help at a time. it was so much needed, for the field is. white for the harvest § the Lord is evidently among them giving them giving them (!) a willing mind to listen to the truth. 0 how infinite Is God. after our little meeting which consisted of singing a hymn then two prayers one by Mr. Bingham § one by Dr. Lafawn then singing a peice(!) writen by Mr Bingham a part of It at the �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 10, 1837 Page 61 leaveing of the Methodist Missionaries which put in here bound from the United States for the Oregon Teritory and left here last week and part writen since our ship anchored and then another hymn. After this we distributed to the different houses of the Mission to dine. My Husband and myself and Sister Smith and the Captain dined with Mr Tinker a pleasant family. they have been on the Islands about 6 years and have for(I) little lovely children. After diner Several of us returned on board the Mary Frazier to spend the night. It is home to us and a precious one too -- -- I forgot to mention one call which we made, our going to the mission house. previous to It was at a sort of a court house where we saw many of the nobility § waited sometime for the King but he did not return. The Ladles of the royale Family are re­ markably large and fleshy. some were recling(!) on mats. one stood at the door and received us § with as much dignity to as any Am­ erican T,adv. She was clad in a black silk robe. The house was made marks of perfect neatness. are high and airy, the floor carpetedzwith native carpet which is a kind of braided mat. There was a partition dividing the house, this was painted green and white, very neat. It contained but little furniture but that was arranged with good taste. a they I noticed soffa and rocking chair with other chairs quite a pretty look­ ing glass and bedstead with curtains § table — — — — --- But 0 what were my feelings when first stepping upon heathen ground § cast my eye around upon of these benighted pagans sitting in the region and shadow of death, whose very appearance tells their degradation - - - - - - 0 the blessed priviledges of the blessed gospel brought to us by �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson the death of Christ, April 10, 1837 Page 62 what do we enjoy that does not come to us through the blood of Christ. never did I feel more sensibly the value of that precious gospel than to day. Its points are Indeed joy and peace and love meekness § long-suffering § brotherly kind­ ness . it raises us from that low state of sin misery § degradation into which we have plunged ourselves to a estate of refinement § § prepares us- for a seat among Holy beings. As T looked' upon those poor benighted fellow creatures traveling to tB.e Bar of Cod with, us ignorant of the way of eternal life I think a spark of benevolence was kindled in my breast § I felt to rejoyce that the Lord had brought me here § I felt as if there was a great workto do and I long to enter into the labour. May the Lord prepare this un­ worthy worm of the dust to glorify him on this heathen shore.And now could that dear sister who felt as if she could not give up her sister look upon her now she would say stay sister, and labor till death. gladly will I give you to Christ. Monday eve. This is the evening observed in our America! to pray for Sabbath schools § as has been our custom we observed it notwithstanding our number was small. us § blessed it to us. But the Lord was with He has not brought us all the way over the great waters to leave us now. Let us never distrust that love which has been so signaly manifested towards us ----------------- Teusday April 11th Early this morning the pilot came on board § we came to anchor within the iner [Inner(?)] harbor near the wharf, being towed in by the natives. our things taken on shore as fast as posible. except two and myself have gone asshore. We are now having All the sisters I In the midst of the �Journal, Eois S.H. Johnson April 11, 1837 confusion sat down and have writen a letter. Page 63 Teusday afternoon. Bid farewell to the ship § returned to Brother Tinkers Where I met with a cordial reception. The situation which they occupy Is a delightful one as is also those of the other other (!) Missionaries. The house is built of coral containing three large airy rooms upon the ground § as many chambers neatly finished and painted doors and windows painted green. About the house Is a beautiful garden containing trees § shrubery § flowers. freshing shade. If affords a cool § re­ a sort of tre[e] called the hou tree Is beautiful for a shade, Is not a tall tree but Its branches § leaves are thick and of a dark and beautiful green. Brother Tinker has a litle grass house, int'the yard carpeteduwlthrnative carpet. delightful § refined(?) little house. this Is a Brother Knapp occupies this and has aranged his things there § feels quite at home, we occupy a chamber In Brother Tinkers house § a very pleasant one too. It overlooks the garden and Brother Kanpps little house and we have also an extended prospect of the surrounding part of the Island? The others are situated Two or three familys in a place among the Missionaries stationed here. We are to remain here till after the general meeting of the Mission which is holden here annuly to make arrangements for the ensuing year. All are expected to be present at this meeting from the different stations on dif­ ferent Islands. In the evening took a walk down the street a little way. The streets are broad clean § regular. the loveliness of the evening together with the loveliness § quiet stilness around made me almost for the moment forget that I was on heathen ground § imagine. I was on some well known spot In New England. But no one �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April II7 .I8 3 7 Page 64 kneeds more than the light of the day to-prove this to him. He will see multidudes(!) of them going Idle about the streets almost entirely naked, many quite except a little of something about the midle of the body. This would shock us In America but here It is so common it is soon scarcely noticed. Wednesday April 12th. Buisy in the morning sorting dirty clothes for the natives to wash. They take them to the river to wash and wash them In cold water. A request came from the King for all the Missionsaries to meet him at 12 o clock as he was to sail for Mowie. to go. We accordingly made our arrangements We met him at the house at which we called on the day of our arrival. We found all our company there together with many of the other missionary Brothers blonging(!) to the other Islands. %most of the persons of authority. The King was siting on a sopha[sofa] with his adopted Son a very pretty little boy about 4 years of age dressed In a little black tunic and pantaloons made just as child­ ren clothes are made in America. The King was dressed In blue broad cloth Spencer and pantaloons § black vest with a black saftey(I) chain to which was attached a very valuable gold watch. Brother Bingham introduced us § the King arose and shook hands with us in dignity and friendship. he then inquired if we were all there. Brother Binham(!) then showed him the Protections § read them in Hawian to him to which he listened with close attention. he wished to have the ministers rise that he might see how many § who they were. He then expressed his great satisfaction in our coming § bid us a hearty welcome § assured us of his protection § expressed his wish that we might do good Instead of evil, Brother Bingham �April 12, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H, Johnson acting as Interpeter(!) between him § us. Page 65 Dr Lafawn then arose and In behalf on the company thanked him for his kind reception and assured him of the deep interest felt by the American churches in this Mission. The Captain then requested Brother Bingham to say that he hoped this company would be as highly esteemed by this people 't'h g / as they had been by the company with whom they had sailed § means.'o.f~doing as much good. well. The King smiled § said that it was He said his business called him away § hoped to meet us on the other Islands. We were then Introduced to the Governour of Mow! § his Lady who Is next In authority to the King § is called Queen. She said she bid us welcome because God sent us. We were then Introduced to some other of the Nobility after which the King arose to take his leave. him § seperated. the company arose § shook hands with He is to sail this afternoon for Mow! to his Sister who died last December for burial. her death is about 900 dollars. one of which is Zinc. The expence attenting Her body Is put into 6 coffins one was a very elegant one. She is now to be carried to Mowi § to be buried in the house which she used to occupy which is now converted into a tomb. Great parade has been been '(!) made to show her remains proper honour. is a young man about 23 years of age. The King 0 that the Lord would inspire( his heart to seek an Interest in Christ § make him know his duty to God § make him feel that although he rules the Sandwich Isles yet there is a King who rules the Universe § before him things shall be judged. In the evening attended lecture at Brother Binghams. had a sollem § Interesting meeting which was lead[led] by Brother Tinker. He read the 10th c of Acts which he applied to us very aptly. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 12, 1837 Page 66 Our Captain Second Mate § most of the Sailor.ls were present. Closing prayer by Brother Bliss. Thursday eve [April 13] in C-Jj"Yvl) breeze of eve. his love. let § repacking my things I sit down to enjoy the cool 0 how merciful Is my Heavenly Father. 0 how great me never forget to praise him. Saturday April 15th band §• Brother after a day of toil § fatigue Brother Tinker together with Hus­ Knapp have gone to Canaoha [Kaneohe] another station on the opositeside of the Island to spend the Sabbath. The Lord is pouring out his spirit there and converting the poor heathen, they are eager to know what they must do to be saved. It Is only about 4 years since this mission at this station which I have just mentioned was established. hills, would They were then like wild goats on the away at the approach of the Missionary. Brother Parker was placed there alone unacquainted with the Lang­ uage. Now see how the Lord has blessed his labours. gathered a congregation, He has his Sabbath school contains more than 100 § the Lord Is now visiting him with a revival. Sabbath April 16th The day clouday(!) which makes It very comfortable at 1/2 past 2 AM. natives. I attended church with the Services by Brother Bingham In the native language. I could not understand of course. The church Is built of grass native style large enough to hold 4000. It Is generaly quite filled. There is quite a decent pulpit built up In one side of the House. It is getting rather old having been built about 8 years. Many �Journal, Lois.S.H.I Johnson April 16, 1837 Page 67 i of the natives sit flat down on the mat but some cary In seats Some dress after the american style § look quite noble. dressed in long white loose dresses. Some these I like quite ‘ well. A great many go quite bear headed some with nothing but peice of paper about as large as table cloth tied over one shoulder and hanging over their body. on. Some perhaps with a little short shirt But they are as orderly and attentive as a New England con­ gregation. The service was out at 11. I went Immeidateliy (!) from there to the Seamens Chapel which" is down by the water. It Is a new § very pretty two story building with a steople(!) finished neatly § painted white. the lower floor is divided into two rooms § as well supplied with reading as posible considering the means which the place afford. one room Is designed for Cap­ tain § officers the other for Seamen. The second floor Is designed for worship. finished with a pretty pulpit. blinds. The windows are shaded by green the house is cool § pleasant. tioned there, organised. it Is neatly Mr. Deal [DIell] Is sta­ he came out about 4 years: ago. As yet no church Is But wetrust that the Lord will build himself a church there § glorify his name in saving Seamen. At 3 P.M. an appointment at the native church for all such as wish to join the church or be received to communion to come forth § tell what the Lord has done for their souls. The Captain Second Mate- § Steward § one Sailor from the Mary Frazier came forrwar.d § related their experience, after which Brother Bingham acting as Interpter(!), several of the native church arose and spoke Brother Bingham interpitlng (!) to us. The first said he had beer, listening to what had been said § his heart went out to them § he re joyced �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson greatly, April 16, 1837- Page 68 he says how wonderful Is the goodness of God. Another arose § said It is very clear that you have been a great siner you have lived under the light of the gospel § you have rejected Gods mercy a great while but God had his eye on you, he marked you when you entered that vessel. he converts sinners. It is wonderful that It Is clear very clear that you hav e been . great sinners ----- ----Another says when you entered aboard that vesel your obje ct was to get gain, you expected pay. he says this Is nothing in my view but he says you have been visited with the love of Christ true riches, the other is nothing. this is Another arose SJ'inquired whether the Captain wished to join that church, on being told that he wished to joyn(!) the general church of Christ without sect or name, he says ays I was thinking of the declaration. Other sheep I have which are not of this fold them also I must bring. AnOth er said that while he had listened to what the Captain had said and what the others had said the tears had run down his cheeks § his heart rejoyced greatly, he says If you are sincere § wish to joyn this church my heart welcomes you. Another said other ships have brought Missionaries here but none ever before brought their crew to the house of God to tell what God has done for their souls. this we had a short exercise in native. After then Dr Lafawn addressed the people § Brother Bingham Interpreted it to them. then a native i hymn was sung § a prayer in native § the meeting dismissed having .j held three hours. Lecture to the Seamens Chapel In the evening. feeling fatigued with the exercises of the day did not attend - - 1 Who can know the exalted priviledges of a gospel land with■ i out contrasting them with heathen degradation. 0 that Christians �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson April 16, 1837 Page 69 would feel their obligations to God § to a world dying In sin. 0 what a great § glorious salvation has been wrought out by Christ for a world sunk in misery. A great work has indeed been wrought here yet a great work remains to be done before this people can be raised to the priviledges of a gospel land § without knowledge there cannot be any true enjoyment. I have now been permited to spend a sabbath on heathen ground § It has been a day memmorable § s.ollem as eternity. how awful is sin. Yet the Lord ha s been here E] planted himself a garden in this dry § barren wilderness § I could but exclaim see what the Lord has wrought as I heard the language of Gods children assend. Those ing Idols which their own hands who a few years since wer e worshiphad made, § who still bea r ab out in their bodies the marks of idol worship. Teusday April 18th Two deaths have occurred tlhis after­ noon quite near § the doleful sound of wailing is still heard, notwithstanding that it [is] now 17 years since Missionaries came among them yet the practice of wailing Is not done away entirely. Friday April 21st dined on board the Mary Frazier together with the brothers § sisters § also the missionary bretbaren § sisters residing here, also one of the cheif-(!) § Captain S who Is here from America. our good Captain seemed to enjoy seeing i his friends on board very much § It brought to mind the many pleasant precious seasons we have spent there. one secret wish to return in it to America. But yet had not It Is probably the last time that I shall step my foot on board the vessel irhich bore me from my native shore § when it spreads it[s] white canvas to �Journal, Lois S.H, Johnson April 21, 1837 Page 70 the wind § majesticly plows its way back to that dear land may we then be labouring for those dying heathen. Saturday April 22d dined at brother Diamonds[Dimond]. He is the book binder, came out here about 2 years since. tea at the Rev Mr Deals, he Is the seamens minister. Took came out four years ago, Is supported by the seamens friends society of America. Sabbath April 23d This has been a precious day. we have been permited to come around the table of the Lord § com­ memorate with his dear children here the dying love of our dear Redeemer § to renew our covenant vows. Captain Sumner Mr. Tread­ well § four 4'sailors came forward § took upon themselves the covenant vows of the Lord § were admited to the communion table. As I look upon these poor natives who have but just begun to hear of a Saviour I am led to think that many of these soulsswill shine brighter in the Kingdom of Heaven than many who have set under the meridian of the gospel all their life. The Lord knoweth.his children § keepeth them as the apple of his eye. May he keep those who have taken his vows upon them­ selves to day § gaurd(!) them from the firey darts of the adversary for they are but babes in Christ. Monday April 24th There are to ber-.holden a meetings on all the evenings of this week at the Seamens Bethel. This evening Brother Lafawn gave us a sermon from these words, The way of the transgressor is hard. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson May 15, 1837 Page 71 Monday May 15th Just returned from following the remains of a beloved ~ Sister of this Mission to the tomb. deep sollemnity. The occasion was one of A few days ago she had as fair a prospect for life as any one of the sisters. The Sabbath before yesterday she worshiped In the Sanctuary of the Lord. Last Saturday night about 15 minuets past 12 oclock she took her flight to the eternal world. She has finished her work §gone early her Saviours hand. Blessed to receive her crown from spiritshe now ranges (?) the world of bliss § strieks her harp to the new strains of redeeming love, would our fond hearts recall her back to this world of sin to share with us its woes; ah no! But let this sollem voice of Gods providence lead us to more holiness more prayerfulness more active zeal In the service of Christ that we may meet her in Heaven — --Heavenly Father wilt thou sancitfy it to me § prepare me to meet thee that when death comes be it sooner or later that it may be the messenger to Introduce me to my Fathers house. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. May my last end be like hers. Sabath May 21st 1837 This evening a Chruch was formed at the Seamens bethel of which Mr Deal Is Pastor. afterthe church was Lords supper was administered. organised the It was a sollem § Interesting occasion § our hearts were made glad. We trust that it is a vine of the Lords own pi aiting § that he will water § bless It § that it will be a rfountain from which will Issue streams to make glad the city of our God — ■ — — --- �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson May 27, 1837 Saturday eve May 27th Page 72 This eve our company which came out In the Mary Frazier presented their letters from the churches to which they had belonged § again renewed our covenant by sub­ scribing with our own hand to be the Lords." Sabbath [May 28] r.th the Mission church as a church held their annal [annual] celebration of the Lords supper as is their custom when they come together to general meeting. Brother Bing­ ham remarked that it was probably the largest Missionary church on the earth but since their last meeting around the table of the Lord two of the Sisters had gone to join the saints in Heaven. Sabbath June 4th Communion at the native church 38 members admited § Mr Bingham remarked that to come forward § join the church. But it is 400 more were desireous deemed expedient to wait awhile § see If they live consistent as a Christian ought'... there is undoubted evidence that the Lord has gathered a great multitudes of these poor people Into his fold § that they will be found In the great day on the right hand of the Redeemer while multitudes who have been born in Christian lands will stand on the left. Monday June 5th Fyi&yfich Took leave of the dear -Rraekfetrs at Hono­ lulu and embarked on a small vessel for Kauai Brother Alexander § Whitney. after a sail of in company with about 40 hours-during which time we were extremely sea sick together with the inconvenience of being crowed[crowded]'into a small vessel crowded with natives we arrived safely at Waioli the place of our destination f] were �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson June 5, 1837 Page 73 welcomed by multitudes of natives on the shore anxious to see their new teachers. Glad was I after being tossed about for six months to set my foot upon the spot which for the present is to be the field of our labours § a delightful spot to[o] in prospect; here perpetual spring smiles § the luxuriant soil spontaneously yeilds(!) her Increase. The situation of Waioli Is on a level plain extending in from the sea over which is Interspersed native houses. On all sides of this plain except that opening to the broad ocean there are first hills rising in regular order then lofty mountains hideing(!) their bold heads In the dark clouds. Down their ragged and almost perpendicular sides come rushing four beautiful cascades forming in the valey below a broad river which emptys its waters into the pacifick. But while the eye rests with Indescribeable pleasure on the fair book of nature spread out* the heart sinks within at the dark picture of degrada­ tion which her gable sons present. We are Indeed made to feel that sin is an evil an[d] bitter thing § to exclaim behold how It has despoiled the fair works of God. Brother W. § wife spent the day with us and at night went on board to U^feheir way expecting to reach home on the morrow. This evening have enjoyed a precious season In prayer, felt that God was near § my soul was refreshed. We are at present to remain with Brother A our grass house not being ready - - - - - June 12th To day made a feeble attempt to commence teaching. Sister A § myself concluded to take the girls of which there are over 60 under our care § devote as much time to them as can be spared from our families. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson July 12, 1837 Page 74 Monday eve July 12th This day we have entered uppon the new § untried business of house-keeping after a day of fatigue In arrangeing our little (!) Husband § myself sat down to a cup of tea In our own house § truly we have reasonsfor great gratitude for the Lord has been very mer­ ciful to us, he has not only brought us safely accross the great waters, but has has (!) preserved us till this present moment § provided for us a quiet comfortable home where we may dwell In saftey(T) even among a people whose minds are dark § degraged [degraded] by sin. surely the tender mercies of the Lord are very great. trace his hand in the dealings of providence. I love to To-night we have been permited to rear our own family altar § to dedicate ourselves anew ttogether with our new habitation to the Lord. 0 may he con­ descend to take up his abode here § bless us with his divine presence. July 31st It is three weeks tonight since commenced housekeeping § I find my time completely occupied In the cares of my family together with my school. § my health good. Is precious. But this is pleasant to me If I may only be useful it Is all I wish. Time 0 that I might spend It for for (!) the glory of God. The last week has been one of great excitement. Six vessels have been in our little harbour bring much news from our beloved fellow laborers at Honolulu by which we have been refreshed but our joy has been damped by the dark cloud which blackens our horison § seems to portend trouble, but the Lord reigneth § he will overrule all things § can make all things redonned(?) for his own r glory. This mission has long enjoyed the smile of prosperity § perhaps our heavenly Father sees It necesary to suffer persecution �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson July 31, 1837 Page 75 to arise, but let his children confide with perfect confidence in him § he will not suffer-the enfmy to triumph long - - - - - - - Teusday the 21st'[probably Tuesday, Aug. 22] been a day of hustle § fa-tiguge(I). This has Mr. Deill § family have left for to return to their home after having made us a pleasant visit f Sister Whitney has come around to spend a few days. this is un- usal at our retired station wh/ere we seldom see any of our friends. Monday [August] 28th Examination of schools to-day. Just at dark set sail in a double canoe with Husband § Sister Whitney for their station at Waimea expecting to be on the water all night. It was indeed a most beautiful night calm § serene. The broad canopy of Heaven was our curtain § as I lie gazing at its arched vault of deep blue bespangled with a thousand starry gem my thoughts rose to that being of infinite wisdom § power who spread out the Heavens § decked them with all their glory § by wK os-es -wfes-oe proteclng [protecting] power amidst dangers seen § unseen. Teusday morn landed in safty. Just after day-bereak(!) on the shore of Waimea met Brother W on the beach ready to welcome his beloved companion § us to his home. that I have taken cold. Feel much fatigued § find Waimea Is altogether unlike Waioli. is a hot dry place with scarce a green thing to be seen. It the hills are so parched that they resemble hills covered nearly with snow; Yet the location of the place is pleasant. an extensive view of the ocean. It Is elevated § comands �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Monday Sept 4th Whitneys schools. Sept. 4, 1837 Page 76 In the Morn attended 'Eo%'k.% of Brother See abundant evidence that his labours have not been In v a i n ----- 1-At 2 PM Set sail for our own station after having spent a week pleasantly § I trust not unprofitably with Brother Whitney. The wind was rough § I became a little frightened untill the sail was taken down. A little pased [past] nine oclock In the eve we put In at a place called Nualolo a sort of an oven in the where boats can run In safely for the night, boat, put In for the night. Paldi here we found another The natives kindled a fire on the bench and set down merily to their fish § -poet We made our re­ past of such as we had § retired to our bed but not to much sleep, our bed was on the boat which was drawn just on to the edge of the shore but the roaring § dashing of the waves was so loud that our sleep was not very quiet. before day break our company who had put in for the night started on their way § as soon as day began to dawn in the east we put our little boat to sea. about six in the Morn we landed at Halalau where we found Brother A waiting to meet us. This .Is a place In the Pardd jxilljg;.cwe.‘tpre the first missionaries who have ever landed there. Brother A § Husband took a walk back among the inhabitants leaving me on the beach to pre­ pare breakfast as well as I could from the food which we had brought along with us. The shore where we landed is one hung by an immense ledge of rock affording a shady resting place underneath its over­ hanging sumit for two or three hundred. Here we kindled a fire caught some water from the mountain stream of which we made us a fine cup of coffee'-, by this time Husband § Brother A returned § we spread our food on the ground § seated ourselves around It § �Sept. 4, 1837 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Page 77 after giving thanks to the bestower of every blessing enjoyed our breakfast exceedingly not less perhaps for the novelty of the scene In the meanwhile the people assembled being marched on to the ground in regular order by one who seemed to act as captain § apparently felt as much pleasure § pride as a General would In marching his regiment on t'osthe field. Brother A proceeded to examine them after which Brother A preached to them. We then took our leave § put out to sea having succeeded much better in geting through the surf than we anticipated. The sea was rough § arery few moments a waveswould break over us drenching us with salt water but after rowing hard all day against winds § waves we succeeded in reaching our home in safty, and thankful was I for -I was much fatigued § my face was burned nearly to a blister - - The Pa3vy-'baffles- all any' powers of .description, deed surpasses all that I have ever seen In sublimity. It In-It extends along the shore of the ocean for many miles § It almost seems as you sail along as if it[s] towering peaks which seem to reach to heaven sometimes appearing in broken ragged mountains sometimes shooting up in the form of a sougar [sugar] loaf would lose their balance § overwhelm you beneath Its ruins in the mighty deep. Here might the painter find scope for the boldest touch of his pencil § here the poet gather laurels for his brow. Monday Sept 18th To-day Husband and I have again com­ menced our labour of teaching. May the Lord guide us, that we may be enabled to point them to the Lamb of God who taketh away the sins of the world. that we labour. But if God add not his blessing it Is In vain �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Sept. 18, 1837 Page 78 Monday eve Sept 18th have had my soul harnassed with the suggestions of the V adversary § 0 how ready is my wicked heart to fyeild. It seems sometimes as if wicked one was determined to lead me captive § \ were It not for the almighty power of God which able to Iceep- all which Is commited to him - - - - Oct 8th Have awoke, undercircumstances of great mercy to behold another holy .Sabbath blessed day which commemorates the resurrection of our dear Redeemer which is our hope § our strength. Have had a precious season in prayer. What infinite mercy In God that he should permit one who deserves nothing but to be sent to eternal misery to sometimes enjoy a foretaste of Heavenly joy. December 30th 1837 to our trust. A precious little daughter was comlted 0 that our hearts might glow with gratitude for this new blessing § 0 may we have grace to train her up for Christ. It is indeed a sollem responsibility to have a little immortal com­ mited to our care; § 0 the anguish If through our unfaithfullness it should go down to the world of despair. 0 Saviour we dedicate her to thee, accept her ET bless her, sanctify § make her clean. u> through thine own blood § may she be one to smell the song of redeeming love In eternity. thee, th o u Thy promises are true. wilt accept our offering § make her thine. a heart to praise thee for thy-'goodness to me. love I would be entirely thine. we give her to 0 that I had Lord melt me in �Feb. 21, 1838 Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Febuary 21st [1838] on this Island. Page 79 We hear joyfull news from Waimea Trust that the Lord is doing a great work there § gathering many souls into his kingdom. Trust have some desire for his presence here § some longing after souls, have felt more a spirit of prayer of late but 0 what are my efforts either for my own soul or the poor perishing heathen, lament over my sloth § unbleif(!). with shame § confusion I resolve § resolve but, Alas! my weakness proneness to wander truly I can say with Paul that when I would do good evil Is present with me. 0 that I could keep at the feet of Jesus § be taught of him § drink deep of his spirit that my soul might be moved with some of that compassion which actuated our Saviour. quiry among the people. We think we see some spirit of in­ trust the Lord is hovering over us by his Holy Spirit, waiting to pour us out a blessing. I desire to get In the dust of humiliation § to walk softly before God that I block in the way of the salvation of these poor Immortal souls. Feb 22d The rainy Season has commenced § we have heavy falls of rain accompanied with thunder § lightinng(!). The cascades now which flow down the mountains appear like a sheet of foam § the noise may be heard several miles. Monday. July 9th 1838 This Morn husband left here for Honolulu In company with br DImond who spent a few days with us. How desolate all looks when husband Is away. May he be returned In due time that we may again recount the goodness of the Lord together. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson July 10, 1838 Teusday morn July 10th Wed morn.. last eve Br Parker Page 80 ma arrived. We have the pleasure this morn to welcome Br Smith ma: spot. It Is sweet to see our friends here In this lovely e.e-nS' It chews our hearts § we feel to labour with renewed zeal. Mon July 16th Our friends have left us for Koloa. Sat July 2Stir[i.e.28]•.Br•.'Castilema arrived this afternoon. Was gratified to see them § their little one. August 2d Husband arived in safety not a little glad to once more find himself In his own quiet home. Monday 9th [probably Monday, Aug. 6, 1838] ma Br Castle left to return to their own home. Monday 16th [probably Monday, Aug. 13, 1838] one of our natives for his misconduct. to do right In all was the case. But August 28 0 that we had wisdom § grace things, but 0 we are ^ Perhaps we were not patient enough. Sent away W P Os' /to trr May we be forgiven If that we must have trials § this is a slight one. have been employed all my leisure moments for a week past In writing notes § American letters. precious priviledge to converse with them even by pen. It Is a How often does the prayer arise In my heart that God will prepare us all to meet -In Heaven where sepperation Is never known. �Journal, Lois S.H. Johnson Sept. 12, 1838 Sept Monday 11th [i.e. 12]- Page 81 Husband left this morning to accompany Sister Tinker home after her visit here which was very pleasant to us all, yet short § how soon have the precious moments fled § brought us to a sepperation again. is every joy. Every sweet has its bitter. 0 how fleeting How often am I led to feel that all here is vanity § that this is not my home, that there are joys which are real laid up in Heaven. And yet 0 my soul wilt thou ever cleave to the dust § chase a phantom. 0 for the love of my dear Saviour it is more precious than toungue can tell. 0 for his spirit that I may be willing to devote myself entirely to his service § 0 for faith that I may offer the prayer of faith for such alone will the Lord hear. December 20th. 0 Lord my soul panteth after thee for thou alone art the source of all joy. 0 I beseech thee thou blessed Redeemer that thou will casue me to drink deep of the fountain of living waters, that my soul may be purified § made to reflect thy blessed image. Think I desire the salvation of souls but 0 how little do I realize the worth of the never dying soul. must come from thee. Lord It 0 give me such a sense of it as shall lead me to agonize at the throne of thy grace in the behalf of the chr lHldren(!) § people with whom:'! dwell. [This journal ends here.] � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Johnson Family Journals Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Johnson, Lois S. Hoyt - Journal - 1836-1838 Description An account of the resource Typescript Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives