1765 March 24 (Sunday). A great Storm; but few at meeting — fewer p.m. Read Eccl. 5. Preached a. and p.m. on 1 Joh. 5.21. By reason of the unusual Difficulty of the Season I omitted to Read p.m. Deacon Tainter, John Maynard, his Brother Antipas, and Timothy Parker dined here. The Storm prevailed and was impetuous; Timothy Parker tryed to go home, but could not. He returned here and was obliged to lodge with us — though we are concerned lest his Brother etc. Should think he is overcome by the violent Wind and drifting Snow. Blessed be God we are in Safety! May it please Him to Pity all the distressed!