Xi Shengmo took hold of the work with such skill and energy that the missionaries stood aside, to a considerable extent, as he established clinics and churches. One of the towns where he worked was Hwochow (modern Huaxian) in Shansi; after his time, Mildred Cable and Evangeline and Francesca French worked there as missionaries for 21 years until they left in 1923. "The ramifications of the Church under the direction of the Chinese Pastorate, in immediate succession to the foundation as laid by Pastor Hsi ... were the joy and gratification of the whole community."
Xi Shengmo managed the work with exceptional dexterity and energy, enabling missionaries to withdraw as he set up clinics and churches. One town where he operated was Hwochow (modern Huaxian) in Shansi; after his tenure, Mildred Cable and Evangeline and Francesca French served there as missionaries for 21 years until they left in 1923. "The outcomes of the Church under the direction of the Chinese Pastorate, following closely on Pastor Hsi's establishment ... brought joy to all."