of concurring circumstances, have feared that the blessing we once expected would never be realized, and that the day for effecting any thing important has been suffered to pass unimproved; but I have learned to dispel anxious fears, and patiently to wait and humbly hope in the Lord. In his own time, in his own way, and by his own instruments, he will work all his pleasure, and his poor people who trust in him, shall never be made ashamed.In this confidence, my dear Sir, we may put up our prayers in faith, and rest assured that if we do not, yet our successors will, see the goodness of God to his chosen, and rejoice in his mercies upon Zion."

"Whenever I come in the northern quarter, I promise myself the pleasure of making you a visit ; but I have no expectation of being able, during the present season, of going so far from home. In the mean while, let me unite with all your other friends, in recommending great attention, and that you do not, by any undue exertion of mind or body, weaken or injure what yet remains of health. The Lord pitieth them that fear him, for he knoweth our frame. He remembereth that we are dust.Accept of my wishes and prayers, that the Lord may strengthen and continue you still a blessing to his church; that he may comfort you with his presence, and give you great peace and joy in be

lieving; and believe me to be, with sincere respect,

"Reverend and Dear Sir,

"Your affectionate friend,

"And brother in the Lord,

" J. H. LIVINGSTON..

"Rev. Dr. Romeyn."

The other being short, is presented entire.

"New-York, May 31, 1803.

"Reverend and Dear Sir,

"Frequently since your kind and very acceptable letter came to hand, I have determined to write to you. But whether ordinary duties require more attention than heretofore and press with greater weight; or whether a languor, in the least exertion, marks our advancing years; so it is, that between duties and languor, I neglect what was once my delight, and I have not done what I intended to perform in this instance."

"I wish very much to see you, much to see you, and hope you will find yourself able to be present with us at the approaching session of the General Synod. We reside at so great a distance apart, that unless we meet upon such occasions, we have little hope of enjoying each others company. The subjects you

mentioned in your friendly letter, are very important. They are worthy of our maturest consideration and joint efforts; and I shall be happy to unite with you in promoting the peace and prosperity of our precious Zion."

"Endeavour, my dear brothre, to meet me at Poughkeepsie. Summon up the energy requisite to undertake the journey. The exertion may be of service even to the languid body; and it will, no doubt, refresh your mind. The Lord strengthen and comfort you, preserve you on the way, and render our interview pleasant to ourselves, and profitable to his Church! Accept of my sincere love, and be assured of the respect and esteem with which I am,

"Reverend Sir,

"Your affectionate friend,

"And brother in the Lord,

"Rev. Dr. Romeyn."

"J. H. LIVINGSTON.

The next extract is from his letter to the Rev. Mr. (afterwards Doctor) J. B. Romeyn, upon learning the decease of this gentleman's father.*

*The Rev. Dr. T. Romeyn was one of the brightest ornaments and most useful ministers of the Dutch Church.-In vigour

"New-York, April 26th, 1804.

"Reverend and very dear Sir,

"Yesterday evening your favour came to hand, which announced the departure of your worthy and venerable parent, whom I have been happy to call

of intellect, learning, piety, and zeal, there were few superior to him-and the letters of Dr. L. to him, afford a strong attestation of his eminent worth, and of the great influence which he had in her several assemblies. Of four or five-Dr. Westerlo, Dr. Hardenburg, Dr. Meyer, Dr. Romeyn, and Dr. L. whose heads, and hearts, and hands, had been very remarkably united in some of the most important business of the Church, and who had laboured with equal zeal and perseverance to promote her best interests, the latter was now the only one left.

The following tribute of respect to the memory of Dr. Romeyn, is given in a volume of the sermons of his distinguished son, the late Rev. Dr. J. B. Romeyn, of New-York, as an extract from the funeral sermon, preached on the occasion of his death, by his colleague and successor, the late Rev. John H. Mier. (See Vol. 1page 194.)

"The reverend Dr. Romeyn possessed a mind strong and energetic, and more than ordinarily comprehensive, capable of viewing things in their natures, their connexions, their dependencies, and ends. His apprehension was quick, his understanding clear and informed. His judgment was sound and mature, and his memory remarkably retentive. In the application of these powers of mind, he was chiefly bent upon his professional studies. In these he most delighted, and laboured most of all to excel. He was versed in the circles of general science, well read in his

my friend and brother in the ministry, for many years. Nearly of the same age, we commenced our labours almost at the same time, and have ob

tory, and had made no mean attainments in the philosophy of the human mind."

"In the discharge of his ministerial functions, be proved himself an able minister of the New Testament, a watchman that needed not be ashamed. As he had loved the doctrines of grace, and had experienced their power and influence on his own heart, so also he insisted upon them in his public ministrations. His theme uniformly was Christ and him crucified. His manner was bold, intrepid, and daring. In the execution of his duties he was neither daunted nor moved. He was the Boanerges of the day. When he reproved, the sinner trembled. When he pronounced Ebal's curses against the wicked, it was like the thunders of Sinai. He, however, was not incapable of the pathetic. He could, at times, move the heart and melt the audience into tears. His discourses were solid and interesting, oft-times enlivened by historical anecdotes. In the introduction of these, he was peculiarly happy.. He always entered deep into his subject. His delivery was animated and unaffected, without ostentation, and becoming his subject. He aimed at nothing but what was perfectly natural."

"In his intercourse with the world. he supported a becoming dignity. Independence of sentiment marked his path through its busy rounds. He knew not how to dissemble. He was polite to all, familiar with few. This rendered the circle of his intimates contracted, and the number of his confidential friends small. In his conversation he was interesting, always instructing. His family in him have lost an affectionate relative, a watchful guardian, and a great example; the church a pillar, and society an ornament."