And so it continued. "The African". "The Polonesian". "The South American Indian". Mrs. Banker knew them all to a fault and she did not hesitate to reveal what that fault might be. It was with a great sense of relief that Bruce saw the group finish its study book that spring. There were other books in the series about people from all over the world but he knew when he was well off and he ordered no further books. He ignored the program in the hopes that it would go away. So it was that he was caught by surprise when the Bishop, during his annual visit, decided to sit on the Missionary Society's monthly meeting. "And how did you enjoy the study series ladies?", the Bishop asked, looking expectantly around the group. With mounting trepidation Bruce saw Mrs. Banker stand to speak. "With due respect your grace', she said, "We found it a trifle dull. I never learned a thing that I didn't already know." She resumed her seat and the meeting moved on and Bruce sighed with relief. Personally he had found it rather exciting! St. John's Anglican Church - 24