Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 45, Number 304, Decatur, Adams County, 27 December 1947 — Page 2

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Sunday School Lesson Discussion Questions Discussion Questions on the Sunday School Lesson, God's Eternal Rule,, for Sunday, December 28. 1. How is the fact of heaven an incentive today? 2. What features of heaven has the greatest appeal? 3. What is the difference between the future life and eternal life? 4. What are the conditions for en-’ tering the heavenly city? 5. What will likely happen if no preparation for heaveu has beeu made on earth? o If the New Year outlook is dark, try the uplook. Happy New Year! “There remaineth yet very much laud to be possessed.” A year of self-surrender will bring larger blessings than four-score years of selfishness. — Van Dyke.

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|c reamed pi | | B On Jo, Lesson Creamed Comments on the Sunday School Lesson, God’s Eternal Rule, Revelation 21:7-7: 21:22-37 for Sunday, December 28. John depicts the future life in symbolic terms, suggesting that it is beyond human description using plain language. Nevertheless the future’ life is so connected with the present life, so arranged that each day can be better than the last; this life is to grow in character, enjoy new victories each day. V.l. “And I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away: and there was no more sea.” The Christian life will change for the better continually, which, when lived in fellowship with others here and hereafter, will seem like a new heaven and a new earth. V. 2. “And I. John, saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.” As the Palestine Jerusalem represented the society of the redeemed on earth, so the new Jerusalem represents the redeemed in glory. The fellow-ship of the new Jerusalem is most beautiful. V. 3. “And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with tliem, and be their God.” The tabernacle suggested God dwelling with his people on earth; but the fact of God dwelling with his people is such an accepted reality that the idea of the earthy tabernacle is so evident that there is no need of an aid. It is important that the presence of God be experienced to insure the same in the future life. V. 4. “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death there, neither sorrow, nor crying; neither shall there be any pain; for the former things are passed away.” Here is described tjie ideal society. With God there will be no failure to make it so. V. 5. “And he that sat upon the throne said. Behold I make all things new. And be said unto me, light of it; and the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honOur Preacher w “Where do we go from here” is a popular saying and very apropos New Year's Day. We know where we have been; our record for 1947 has been made and it must stand; we wish that we might change some things in the record and so we may start at the place where we wish we had done differently and say to ourselves with all our will power from here we go forward, onward and upward with the help of God. 0 Lesson Prayer Lesson prayer: We praise God for a future life free from all the handicaps of this life where we may have perfect fellowship with God

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Write: for these words are true and faithful.” This verse Is written to re-inforce the truth of the preceding one. For these ar 3 the words of God himself seated on the throne. Let it be noted that this new society does not mean merely an eternal existence but a quality of life which accounts for the newness. V. 6. “And he said unto them, It is done, I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.” Alpha and Omega are the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet and represent God as the eternal one. Because he is eternal, his promises will be fullfilled. The fountain of the water of life is a figure of speech and represents salvation. Salvation is free today and forever; salvation is not to be make light of. V.7. “He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.” The victorious life is the overcoming life-overcoming self, sin, temptations, evil habits, enemies etc. It is written, ’We are more than conquerors through Christ who loved us.” Being God’s son is such a divine relationship that ail human relationship fade beside it. While it is a beautiful thought that we shall meet loved ones in heaven, greater and more beautiful is the thought that we shall be first of all a son of almighty God. V. 22. “For I saw no temple therein; for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it. “No temple is needed for the whole city is a sanctuary. V. 23. “And the city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it; for the glory of God did lighten it, and the lamb is thei light thereof.” Here is another beautiful expression of the heavenly state. V. 24. “And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the or in it.” The people of all nations who are saved from the lowest to the highest, such as the kings, shall forever be devoted to God; note j the emphasis of walk; if we walk with him here we shall walk with him there. Vs. 25, 26. “And the gates of it shall not be shut at all by day; for there shall be no night there. And they shall bring glory and honor of the nations to it. The heavenly city is secure at all times. The admission into the city is clear- i ly told in verse 27. While on earth i their name was written in the Lamb’s book of life. and the redeemed of the world forever walking with God in whatever he may ask us to do. We pray for such a heart yearning for all to enjoy this promised place of bliss that we will do our best to win them to our Lord, who is the way, the truth, and the life.” o I Wit I - and - J I Wisdom || o uni <oote One evening after a child had said its prayers, it asked its mother, “Why do you want me to pray? The mother answered, “We want you to pray so you’ll be good.” “But,” said the child, “Does papa pray?” the answer was, “No.” “Do you pray?” Again the answer was, “No.” Then the child said. “Don’t you and papa want to be good?” “O, yes,” was the reply. “Then dont you think, you and papa are expecting too much of a little fellow like me? Do you believe God wants me to do all the praying for this whole family? Seems to me you and papa might help me a little.”

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St. Mary’s Church Very Rev. Msgr. Seimetz, pastor 6:00 a.m. Low Mass. 7:30 a.m. Low Mass. 9:00 a.m. Children’s Mass. 10:15 a. m. High Mass. 2:30 Sunday afternoon, Holy Hour. Holy Communion Sundays First Sunday, St. Agney Sodality. Second Sunday, Holy Name Society. Third Sunday, St. Mary’s Society. Fourth Sunday, Children of Mary. o First Baptist Church Carey R. Moser Carey R. Moser, minister 9:30 a.m. Sunday school. Ralph Kenworthy, supt. Be sure and have the whole family in God’s house this last Sunday of the old year. 10:30 a.m. Divine worship. Our choir will sing. Solo by Edward Moser. Sermon theme: “Facing The Future.” We believe our service will inspire and strengthen you, so come and worship with us. 7: Off p.m. Our Evening service. We will enjoy a preliminary service of praise, followed by a sound motion picture portraying the Bible record of the “Prodigal Son.” Plan to come and bring some friends for this great service. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, our midweek prayer service followed by our monthly business meeting. 0 First Presbyterian Church John W. McPheeters, Jr., minister 9:30 a.m. Church school. This | Sunday we want at least 75% of our Sunday-school to be present in our attendance crusade and all to stay for divine worship. Leo L. Nussbaum, general superintendent. 10:30 a.m. Divine worship. Sermon: “Life With the Father.” Solo by Mrs. Dan H. Tyndall. Toddlers’ room during the service. 6:15 p.m. Westminster Youth Fellowship. Leader: Jack Heller. Topic: “What Is the Youth Budget?” Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve service. Come and worship. There is no better way to begin the new year than in worship! Friday, 7:30 p.m. Called meeting of the Session to receive new members in preparation for Communion Sunday. Sunday, January 4, 1948, 9:30 a.m. Church School. 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion. 0 First Christian Church E. E. Isenhower, minister Fred Scheiderer, supt. Combined Services of the Adult and Junior Church in tlie basement, beginning at 9:30 Sunday Morning. The Juniors will have part of the services, and the Minister will speak on “Shut and Open Doors.” By request the Pageant which was given last Sunday, will be repeated this Sunday Evening at 7:30. This marvelous display of light, and perfect timing of all the characters. will give you a lasting impression not only of God’s Gift, but the cost and reward. The Friendly Church in a Friendly Town. o Zion Evangelical and Reformed William C. Feller, Pastor Church School at 9:00 a.m. Harold Hoffman, Supt. Installation of officers and teachers for 1948. Come and join in our attendance crusade. Worship Service at 10:00 a.m. A brief memorial service will be held for the members who departed this life during the past year. The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be administered. Every member of the • church is urged to be present. Youth Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. i in the church parlor. Senior choir rehearsal on Friday at 7:00 p.m. No catechetical classes on Saturday. Come and worship with us. —————o Church of the Nazarene North Seventh & Marshall Sts., Ralph A. Carter, pastor Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Jesse Edgell, Supt. Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m. New Year's message by pastor. Youth Service. 6:45 p.m. Christine Andrews, president. Evangelistic Service. 7:30 p.m. Message: “Saints In Wrong Places.” Wednesday 8:00 p.m. Prayer and

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Praise service. Wednesday 10:00 p.m. Watch Night Service. The Nazarene church of Monroeville will participate in this service. Rev. Doyle Lytle will have a part on the program. The public is welcome. 0 The First Methodist Church , Merrill O Lester, Minister Lowell J. Smith. Supt. “Happy New Year to All.” “You Choose the Way,” will be the New Year’s sermon subject by , the minister. 10:20 a.m. Junior Fellowship at 6:00 p.m. Senior Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Church school at 9:30 a.m. Let us get a fine start for a New Year’s record on this the last Sunday of the old year. ' “Candle Light Communion Serv ' ice Wednesday night at 9:00 p.m. Friends are invited; members are urged to “do this, as often as ye do it in remembrance of Me.” On Sunday January 4, 1948 the officers of the Woman’s Society of Christian Service will be installed. Let the newly elected officers take notice. 0 j Nuttman Avenue U. B. In Christ Gilbert A. Eddy, pastor Sunday School 9:0 a.m. Lawrence Michel Supt. Worship service 10:30 a.m. Sermon by the pastor. Christian Endeavor, 6:30 p.m. Gladys Raver, president. Worship service 7:30 p.m. Sermon by the pastor. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening 7:30. Edith Terrel Leader. Revival services will begin at Nuttman Ave. January 11th to 25th Rev. J. Clair Peters Huntington Indiana will bring the messages. The public is invited to attend. Go to Church Sunday. o— Bethany Church Evangelical United Brethren F. H. Willard, minister Sunday school 9:15 a.m. Gregg McFarland, superintendent. Morning worship 10:10 a.m. “Faith An Essential Quality for Life.” Youth Fellowship 6:15 p.m. The opening meeting of the revival meetings with Rev. and Mrs. Campbell as leaders will be held on Wednesday evening, December 31. 0 Decatur Missionary Church Corner of Tenth & Dayton Sts. H. J. Welty, minister 9:00-11:00 Unified Service. Mervin Rupp, superintendent. Message: “The Mission of Christ” as seen in the book of Isaiah. This is the last of the series of "Portraits of Jesus as seen in Isaiah.” 7:30 Evening service. Join your friends in this service of inspiration and help. Wednesday 7:30 —Bible study and prayer meeting. Sunday Jan. 4 will be the day when we will observe again the Lord’s Supper. You are cordially invited to attend all of our services. oi Zion Lutheran Church West Monroe and Eleventh Street Pastor-elect Edgar P. Schmidt Sunday school and Bible class 9:00 a.m. Divine services with the celebration of Holy Communion, 10 a.m. Vacancy Pastor Karl Hofman will officiate. Communion announcements are to be made by writing your name on a card and handing it to an usher or church officer. , A special collection is to be tak- ’ en at the door favoring a postage fund for overseas relief packages to Europe’s destitute. Sylvester Eve Wed- , nesday, 7:30 p.m. Student-pastor Kenneth Brieimeier will be the guest speaker. An envelope col- ’ lection that evening is to favor the Deaf-Mute Institute in Detroit. New Year’s Day Services, January 1, 10: CO a.m. with Rev. August , Buuck officiating. The Lutheran Hour, 11:30 a.m. Sunday. Radio station WOWO, Dr. Walter Maier, speaker. This broadcast is repeated at 7:00 p.m. over radio station WKJG, Ft. Wayne. Concordia College "Chapel of the Air” Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Radio station WGL. , Church officers for 1948 are to be installed at services on Sunday. r Guest speaker next Sunday, January 4, will be the Rev. Arno . Krentz, a graduate student at Concordia theological seminary at St. Louis. ; o A good motto for the New Year I —OTHERS. THIS ABOVE ALL .. PROTECT YOUR EYES DR. H. R. FREY OPTOMETRIST (Above Denjoerat Office)

Church of God Cleveland St. Bernice A McCurdy Dwight R. McCurdy, Ministers 9:30 a.m. Divine Worship, Sermon, “Christ and the New Year.” 10:30 a.m. Church School, Mrs. Floyd Mitchel, Supt. 6:45 p.m. Shining Lights. 6:45 p.m. Youth Fellowship, vices. 7:30 Evening Evangelistic Ser--6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Girls Choir Practice. 7:30 p in. Wednesday New Year’s Eve Service. 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sanctuary Choir Practice. What our church stands for: What our church stands for: For the Christ of Galilee. For the truth which makes men free. For the bond of unity which makes God’s children one. For the love which shines in deeds. For the life which this world needs. For the church whose triumph speeds the prayer: “Thy will be done.” A Christian welcome to all. “Where a Christian experience makes you a member.” oTrinity Church Evangelical United Brethren Madison at Ninth Street Charles E. White, Minister “Organ Dedicatiorv” 9:15 A. M. — Sunday Church school, Curtis Hill, Supt. Classes with separate rooms and capable teachers for all ages. Urge your friends, guests and neighbors to attend. All are welcome. Do your part to make the Nelson attendance campaign successful. 10:30 A. M. — Divine Worship. Dedication of the new three manual pipe organ by Bishop Grant D. Batdorf, assisted by Dr. Benj. F. Smith, Conference Superintendent and Dr. Charles E. White, Minister. Anthem and music by Vested Choir and organist, Mr.j Harold Mumma. It will be a high and holy privilege for all of our friends and members to attend this service. The public is welcome. 6:30 P. M. —Christian Endeavor societies. 7:30 P. M. — Evening service. “An evening with the new organ.” Informal program of organ music played by our organist, Mr. Harold Mumma. All are cordially welcome to attend this program. 7:00 P. M. — Wednesday Midweek service. 8:00 P. M.—Wednesday choir rehearsal. Sunday. Jan. 4 at 10:30 subject: “The Church Organ” by the Minister. 7:30 Dedicatory recital by Dr. Wm. H. Barnes, noted organ architect and recitalist. Author of “The Contemporary American Organ” now published in fourth edition and associate editor of “The American Organist,” New York. “This is a Church of Christian Cordiality, A Churchly Church, yet a friendly Church, with a home-like spirit.” o I Church Igg i FonimSj What are some cf the values of New Years Day? Taking stock is the business man’s program as with the first of the year he takes an inventory; by this plan he can tell how much he

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J. Edgar Hoover says I am a church member: Because I am a religious being. Because the church was established by Christ. Because I would not live in a community without a church. Because of my influence. Because the church was my inspiration when young. Because I shall not live here always. Because a child has a highly de-

is worth. But this program makes life a financial matter and Success is measured by the dollar mark. In retrospect we count up the good in mankind, the moral virtues, the helpful influences, the cherished memories. Most of us are made tender as we think of some who have left us the past year and we feel poorer because they have gone. Then we take a new hold upon ourselves and with a grim determination we resolve to do better and be better for this may be our last year and we want to leave nothing but the sweetest memories behind us. It is a good custom to make New Year’s resolutions and then with a firm determination see to if that they come true.

Attendance at Protestant religious services in Austria has increased 50% during the past year. The present number of Protestants there is 342,436. Practically all Germans of today concentrate their hopes on the Marshall Plan for the reconstruction of Europe, and on the idea of a “United Nations of Europe,” it was stated in a report issued here by Hilfswerk, the relief and rei construction agency of the Evangelical Church in Germany. Describing the grim situation in Germany today, Hilfswerk’s report declared that “the general state of mind turns to the materialistic needs of bare existence, and spiritually to nihilism.” Ten thousand Russian Bibles have been presented by the American Bible society to Metropolitan Gregory of Leningrad and Novgorod, Russian churchman who is visiting America. In addition, Russian New Testaments and Psalm Books and Greek New Testaments have been given him. The gifts are designated as Christmas presents for the churches and people of Russia. o I* DO YOU KNOW? *1 Can you finish these verses —good to keep in mind this New Year? 1. “Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; —” 2. “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace—” 3. “The world passetb away and the lust thereof; —” 4. “Let us not be weary in well doin; —” 5. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed—” ANSWERS TG “DO JfOU KNOW?” • « 1. "—and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matt. 6:33). 2. “ —whose mind is stayed on thee”. (Ksa. 26:3). 3. “ —but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever.” XI John 2:17). 4. “ —for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” (Gal. 6:9). 5. “ —do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.”

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