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■mo(’S ( 111 R('HES OF THE WORLD BY E. L. TINZMANN ■ Old Trinity Church—Newport, R. I. |T I ■ it. I iHI ■ I • teMßb *, • -

■Trinity Only ■ hurch Spared || in British Invade ’lie famous old churches! ■ 1 sited States stands Old nf Newport, R. i„ sur . with a glamour that historical association ■ •hurch was established in the congregation was aad * a building was ■, Sir Francis Nichelson. °f Maryland, was re‘or the movement. In ' 'Antes Honeyntede was j T * len a »<*w church was is was enlarged in 1772, ■t, d ’ '" <la >’ a « it did then. K.* ■ Dean Berkley visited ■u' remained thpre untjl ■inL. 11^3 ' 1H ' (I trt ' ( iuently tn ?■ and one of his chib ■ u "' a K'aveyard. Upon ° k" glan(l ' he sent to wits B ° l(ien °rgan Surtn a nii,re and crown. ■ '?® Ascription: fIL I' ft . 01 Ge °Tge Berkley ■ L rd Blß hop of Cloyne

Sharing With Others By Harlowe R. Hoyt The greatest joy in life is found I in giving. Lonesome, indeed, is the man I who lias no friends for the man I without friends is narrow, self-1 centered, and above all, selfish, j Giving is an expression of love. We find it in the husband and father who denies himself for his family; in tlie mother, who goes ■without that her children may benefit: and in the youthful lover, who showers gifts upon his sweetheart. For each one of these finds a more infinite satisfaction in this self-denial than would be possible in being a recipient. When the apostles took upon themselves the task of perpetuating the examples set for them by Jesus, they reduced the practical side of their religion to two btief preempts. One of these was the Golden Rule; "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. ' The second: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” With this in mind, they com-' munized much of their property. I Seven deacons were appointed, and it was their duty to see that the' poor of the little flock were cared for. It was not a question of whether the recipients were worthy 1 They had professed the teachings of Jesus. As such, they! were I Christians. Being members of the body, they must be ministered to, not only spiritually but physically as well. It is not to be presumed that all iof the early Christians were per- i ; feet. Human nature was no dis J ferent in that day than it is now. Men and women were subject to | the same temptations. They pos-1 sessed the same weaknesses I Miyiy. no doubt, backslid and fell by the wayside. But they were cared for and nurtured and, in the end. were brought back to the way of Christianity. Their example teaches us that | we, today, must not confine our | giving onl/ to those in whom we| are immediately interested. Ours is a greater duty. We must te- ! member the poor, the suffering, I and those less fortunate than : ourselves.

The organ stands today in the church as it did at the time of its ; installation. The iplace is filled with many historical memories. In the yartl is the tomb of Admiral De Terney of | the French navy, who died while the fleet and army visited Newport In the time of Louis XVI. The tomb was sent from France by the king. It is black marble with an epitaph in letters of gold. But the inclemency of the weather and passing years have sadly reduced it. Old Trinity was the only church spared by the British during their | invasion otf Newport. The other I edifices were transformed into hospitals. The pews were dismantled and used for fuel. The chimes were appropriated as ship's-bells or for other purposes, but Old TW'ntty was left untouched and services continued there while the British stayed. The church, which, of course, is Episcopal in its tendency, was founded by the Society for Propagating the Gospel in Foreign Parts. Untouched with passing years, he tells a vivid story of the past.

DECATUR DAILY DEMOCRAT SATURDAY, JULY 18, 1931.

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In order that they might come more closely together in the tenets of Jesus, the early Christians arranged to give much of their possessions to a I -ommon fund for the support of all. For the purj pose of administering this, seven deacons were I chosen. Stephen and Philip were the first. The other five were Procherus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nicolas.

DECATUR CHURCHES First Baptist Church A. B. Brown "All Thy works shall praise j | Thee, O Lord, and Thy saints shall Hess Thee.”- —Psalm 145:10. Bible school. 9:30, C. E. Bell, superintendent. Morning worship, 10:30. Exposition: "The Model Church.” Evening service 7:30. The Rev. j H. H. Ferntheil of the Presbyter- | I ian church will deliver the sermon ' at the union service in the Baptist church. Those who express gratitude un- ' ceasing for “the liberty of the i children of God," are naturally! Regulars at church. Prayer meeting. Wednesday, I I 7:30. "Prayer and praises go in I ' pairs; They have praises who jiave I prayers.”, . Prayer Circle, Friday, 3:00. o Zion Lutheran Church Paul W. Schultz, pastor Divine services in English, 10:45 I ■ am. Divine services in German 9:00. Sunday school and Bible class 10:00 a.tn. o I Zion Reformed Church A. R. Fledderjohann, Pastor Let every one plan to be at the picnic tomorrow which will be held in the Lehman Park at Berne. There will be no services here at the church but both Sunday school and the worship services will be held in the park. Cars will be at the church at 8:45 o'clock to take those who have no way of conveyance. The Sunday school in the park will begin at 9:30 o’clock. Bring your lesson leaves and offerings. The wot ship service will follow at 10:30 o’clock v,*th a message by the pastor on the subject “The God of Nature Also The God of Salvation". Following the services a congregational fellowship dinner will be enjoyed Even in case of rain the picnic will be held, as the services

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While the disciples were being recruited to the early church, discontent arose among the Grecian speaking Jews. It was their contention that in the daily distribution of food and money, their widows were not given an adequate share. The twelve apostles assembled the disciples and ordered the oversight rectified without delay. — — - 4

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' will be held under the pavilion roof in the park. Let us make this an enjoyable occasion for all. The evening union services will ’ be held at the Baptist church with : | Rev. H. H. Ferntheil preaching. o United Brethren R. E. Vance, Pastor Therefore if any man be in Christ. : he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are' become new 11 Cor ’:l7. This experience may be yours if you will meet the conditions. Christ’s abiding presence may be the portion of every one if they will it so. Sunday School—9:ls, helps you to find the way to Jesus. Worship service 10:30, Theme: Looking to the Hills." Christian Endeavor —6:30 Junior promotion. Evening service 7:45. The Young People’s choir will have charge and present a program of music and song o St. Marys Church First Mass 7:001 Childrens Mass 8:30 [ High Mass *<<S| Prayer Hour Friday evening 7:30

SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON Acts 4:32-35; 6:1-7; 9:36-39. 2 Corinthians 9:1-15.

-'■ • Sunday School ? QUESTIONS ? With The Early Christians QUESTIONS 1. What was the first thing ordi ere<j by the when they ■ formed the first Christian organization in Jerusalem? 2. Did the early Christians give I all their possessions to a common ! fund? 3. Who administered the fund? 4. Who were the deacons? 5. What is the meaning of the word? 6. What were their duties*? 7. Tell the story of Dorcas. 8. What were the exact words of Peter and why did he use them? S>. When Paul wrote the Second Epistle to the Corinthians, what was he doing? 10. What was his reason for this? ANSWERS 1. Carrying out the precepts taught by Jesus, they urged their followers to turn their property into a common fund. 2. No. A goodiy portion was given that it might be ministered to those who were in need and | trouble. i 3. This fund was administered i by seven deacons, chosen by the | church ami ordained by the aposI ties. 4. Stephen was the first deacon. ■ Philip was the second. The names | : of the other five were Procherus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas and i Nicolas. 5. The word “deacon” is derive( ] from the Greek and means "to serve.” 6. The deacons were the treasurers and dlsbursers. They handlel the funds, purchased foods, saw that food and money were properily disbursed, and, in addition, taught the word of Jesus and ! spread Christianity. 7. Dorcas, a noble Christian I woman of Joppa, was noted for I her charity. When she died, Peter I was at I.ydda. where he had heali ed a bedridden man named Aeneas. | Peter was summoned to the bier of the dead woman and restored her to life. | 8. In restoring Dorcas, Peter said: “Tabitha, arise.” Dorcas in Greek means “gazelle.” Peter era1 ployed the Aramaic equivilent. 9. When Paul wrote the Second Epistle to the Corinthians, he was collecting funds from the Gentiles churches which he had founded : o assist the poor Christians of Jerusalem. 10. Paul had two reasons for so doing: persecution had placed the mother church in ‘need; he desired to prove to the Jewish oppon-

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One of the most earnest workers of the early church was Dorcas, a noble Christian woman who dwelt in Joppa, a seaport northwest of Jerusalem. She was generous and charitable, and spent her life alleviating the suffering of the poor and practicing Christianity. When she died, there was great sorrow among her beneficiaries.

t exits of the Gentile mission that, these Gentile churches were with the Jewish Christians. o First Evangelical Church M. W. Sundermann, pastor “Remember the iSabbfath Day to keep It Holy ” This is the only one of the Commandments that the Almighty God opened with the word "Remember.” He must have had a special purpose in this. During these warm days folks are I prone to forget this command. Lakes and summer resorts may become a means of temptation instead of a blessing. The day should be kept Holy. Forget not to assemble yourselves for worship. The worship service at the First Evangelical ehurch bfegins at 9:15 under the leadership of the Sunday school board. There will be classes in Bible study for all ages. Following the lesson study, the pastor will preach upon: "The exalted Lamb of God.” This service will close at 11 o’clock. For the evening service this j church will unite in the union service to be held at the Baptist church. The Sunday school will have its annual picftic on next Friday at Lehman's Grove in Berne. o M. E. Church Rev. B- H. Franklin Let every one be in Sunday ] school and church. Sunday morning. ! The next two Sundays are always I low in attendance Let “-hold up 1 1 the red line this year. Church School at 9:30 I Morning worship at 10:30 Special music by choir Sermon by pastor. No Epworth League this week ] Prayer meeting. Wednesday 7:30 I Mr. W. O. Little, leader. o Presbyterian Harry H. Ferntheil, pastor There is a time for everything, under the sun. A time to work J a time to play, a time for rest, a time to eat according to the sage of old. Let us not neglect the time for worship for it is He who gives us the time for all these I things.. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. There] is a place for you. Remember you do have time. Any man can do that which he wants to do. Morning worship at 10:30 a.m. The pastor will preach using for his theme: "The Master Method of Life.” The Young Peoples choir will sing under the direction of Mr. Paul iSaurer. The union evening service will be held in the Baptist church. Rev. Harry H. Ferntheil will preach. The subject of the sermon is "The Glory of the Kingdom.” Every one is invited to be present.

Soon after the death of Dorcas, Peter came to Joppa. Word of his miracles had preceded him, and those who mourned the woman sent for him, extolling her virtues and weeping bitterly. Peter knelt and prayed by the bier. “Arise!” he commanded. At the words, the woman opened ber ryes and sat up. Soon after, she was about the streets of Joppa.

I Antioch M. B. C. Church Sunday School, 9:00 a.m. Preaching service, 10:00 a.m. No evening service. Mid week prayer service, Wednesday 7:30 p m. Come and enjoy these services with us. Rev. Simon Moore, Pastor First Christian Church C. R. Lanman, Pastor “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise; be thankful unto him, and i bless his name." Psalm 100:4. This is the ideal way to observe the ord's Day. There is probably no other day so shabbily celebrated. The day is generally observed as a day of recreation and social enjoyment, but not as a day of thanksgiving. The Lord’s Day should be used for cultivating the capacity for] gratitude, for recalling the acts of God's mercy and giving ample I thanks, if this day is never used for this purpose it is evident that no other day is used. Bible School is at 9:30 a. m. Come Land let us study the Word of God together. Worship and communion at 10:30 Preaching at 11:00 a m. Sermon:

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I "The Personal Element in Christianity.” Evening, •services at the Bautist church. Rev. Ferntheil will bring us the message. , ... Calvary Evangelical Church Sunday school at 9:30, Chalmer Miller, supt. Prayer and praise service at 10:30 by Otis Shifferly, I class leader. Worship with sermon by M. W. Sundermann on Thursday night. Decatur Circuit U. B. Church Pleasant Grove Sunday school at 9:30, Nettie Harden, supt. Lesson subject, "Social Service in the Early Church.” Prayer service each Wednesday evening at 7:30. Mt. Victory • • Sunday school at 9:30, H.« E. Baxter, supt. Class meeting at 10:30, Gregg Knittie, leader. Prayer service each Thursday evening at 7:30. Sunday school at 9:30, Mathilda Hower, supt. Morning worship at 10:30. Sermon by Rev. G. M. Sill, district superintendent. Christian Endeavor at 6:30, Hazel Chronister, president. Evening worship at 7::3O. Sermon by Rev. G. M. Sill. Prayer service each Wednesday evening at 7:30. Business session of the Quarterly Conference Saturday evening at 7:30. We shall be glad to have you worship with us in all these services. -— o Decatur Circuit M. E. Church Edgar L. Johnston, Pastor Mt. Pleasant Sunday school 9:30 E.S.T. JesseI Singleton, supt. Rrayer meeting | Wednesday evening, 9:00 EST. , Washington Sunday school 9:30, Harry Andrews, supt. Preaching service Sunday evening at 7:30. Prayer meeting every .Friday at 8 p.m. Pleasant Valley Sunday school 9:30, Harold Porter,, supt. Prayer meeting and Bible study every Thursday at, 8 p.m.