George Whitefield to Benjamin Franklin, May 27, 1748

Bermudas, May 27, 1748

My dear Mr. F[ranklin],

Inclosed you have a letter which you may print in your weekly paper. 7 It brings good news from this little pleasant spot. If you could print it on half a sheet of paper, to distribute among the Bermudas captains, it might perhaps be serviceable. The inhabitants here have received me so well, that I think publishing their kindness is a debt justly due to them. I am now waiting for a fair wind, and then we shall sail for England. The Governor’s lady 8 goes with me. His Excellency is very civil to me, and I believe many souls have been benefited by this visit to Bermudas. 9 I desire to give the Lord Jesus all the glory. You will remember me to Mrs. F[ranklin], and all my dear Philadelphia friends. I do not forget them, and hope they will always remember, dear Sir, Their and your most affectionate, obliged friend and servant,

G.W.