1921 David O'McKay in Bejing China, in a small corner of The Forbidden City
Me--Sister Darcey's part to fulfill:
In this land there are millions who know not Thee nor Thy work, who are bound by fetters of superstition and false doctrine and who have never been given the opportunity even of hearing the true message of their redeemer. Countless millions have died in ignorance of Thy plan and salvation. We feel deeply impressed with the realization that the time has come when the light of the glorious gospel should begin to shine through the dense darkness that has enshrouded this nation for ages.
May the Elders and Sisters whom Thou shall call to this land as missionaries have keen insight into the mental and spiritual state of the Chinese mind. Give them special power and ability to approach this people in such a manner as will make the proper appeal to them. Reveal to thy servants the best methods to adopt and the best plans to follow in establishing Thy work among this ancient tradition-steeped people. May the work prove joyous! And a rich harvest of honest souls bring peace to the worker’s hearts which suppasseth all understanding.
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