UNITED IN WORSHIP

 "Service days" also contributed to organizational unity.  The April 1 , 1923, issue of the Watch Tower announced: 
"That there may be unity of action . . ., Tuesday, May 1, 1923, is designated as a general service day. Likewise the first Tuesday of each and every month thereafter . . . Every member of every class have some part in the work."

Even young Bible Students shared in this work.  Hazel Burford only 16 years old at the time, recalled: "The Bulletin provided canvasses (similar to sample conversations) For us to memorize.  Along with Grandpa, I participated energetically in all these activities," However, sister Burford received some opposition from an unlikely source.  She reported: "One dear old brother strenuously objected to my talking to the people. At the same time, some did not understand that all Bible Students, including 'young men, and maidens,' should participate in praising our Grand Creator." (Psalm 148:12, 13, King James Version) But Sister Burford persisted. She went on to attend the second class of Gilead School and to serve as a missionary in Panama. In time, those brothers adjusted their attitude regarding young ones in the ministry.

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