October 17, 1764

1764 October 17 (Wednesday).  Mr. Green and other Pastors together with their Delegates being come, the Council was formed.  Mr. Green Moderator and his Son Scribe.  Mr. Stone’s Dismission from the Church in Lyn was read and he was admitted into the Church of East Yarmouth.  He exhibited a Confession of Faith — all were satisfyed, and every thing being prepared, we repaired to the Meeting House.  There Every thing was very Orderly, quiet and Solemn.  Mr. Smith of Marlborough began with prayer, Mr. Stone’s Father preached on 2 Tim. 2.12, latter part.  Mr. Green prayed and gave the Charge.  Mr. Josiah Lewis prayed after the Charge; I gave the Right Hand of Fellowship.  Young Mr. Stone appointed the Psalm and gave the Blessing.  May God pardon us and accept us all in Christ Jesus!