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I Comments °® s-a jSsI Creamed comments on the Sunday school lesson. The Good Shepherd, John 10:1-11, tor Sunday, February 28. Jesus continued encountering the Pharisees and Scribes. This called forth more teachings concerning himself aa the Messiah and also the condemnation of his critics. He was faithful in his task of God’s revelation to manv.l; "Verily, verily I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and robber." Christ Is the door tn that he is the way, the truth, and the life. The religious profession made by the Scribes and Pharisees was false; hfence, in their pretensions, they were deceivers. V. 2. -But we that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep.” There are ministers who truly believe and have the qualifications of a shepherd. Jesus gives credit and praise where it belongs. V. 3. “To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear hta voice, and ho calleth hia own aheap by name and leadeth them out.” Language of the day wm used in this parable. The porter was the doorkeeper to tile sheepfold. A true minister of the gospel lives close to his people and knows each member. By bis tender ministrations, ho is known and trusted by the sheep of hia flock; he furnishes leadership and spiritual security. V. 4. “And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him; for tey know his voice.” A shepherd went before his flock to lead them to the best pastures and to the watering places; and he warded off any danger. Here is portrayed Christian leaders who care tore the souls of men. VA “And. a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him; for they know not the voice of strangers.” Experiments hy strangers have been made' and the truth of this., versa has been certi-

TRINITY Evangelical United Brethren Madison at Ninth John E. Chambers, minister 9:ls—Sunday school; Chalmer Bollenbacher. general superintendent. There are classes for all ages with graded literature for every department. Come and study God's Word with us. 10:30—Morning Worship. The minister’s sermon subject is “Your Heart a Dwelling Place.” Harold Mamma is the organist and Evangeline Embler is the minister of music. The choir IS singing the anthem “Seek Ye the Lord” by Roberts: Marjorielu Hill is singing the solo. Our freedom of worship is our greatest heritage; let us use it. 2:o6—Special choir rehearsal. 6:3o—Junior Christian Endeavor and Youth Fellowship. 7:30 —The evening service. Mrs. Herald Hitchcock Is organist and the minister’s sermon subject Is “We Find Christ in Daily Choices.” Tuesday—7:ls— Sunday school Council meeting. Wednesday—7:oo—Mid-week services. B:oo—Choir rehearsal. i, t * Xjfe 9 to preserve peace be prepared tor -

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fied. Jesus taught that the true people of God will not follow false teachers — those who are proud, haughty, and self-seeking as were the Pharisees. Christians have spiritual discernment V. 6. “This parable spake Jesus unto them; but they understood not the things which he spake unto them.” Prejudice narrows the mind so that facts are not comprehended and instills a stubbornness of spirit so that one will not understand even when the truth is plain. The influence of such is disastrous to the spiritual welfare of all with whom they associate. V.7. “Then said Jesus to them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, -I am the door of the sheep.” The truth of the teachings Is made very dear so that there could be no mistake. It is by the merits of Jesus, hia intercession, his sid. and his appointment that entrance Into the kingdom is made. The sheep represent the church. V.B. "All that ever came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not hear them." The thought of verse 1 is repeated. Jesus reasons from effect to cause; the people of his day were in spiritual darkness for there was no saving truth in what the Scribes and Pharisees taught. V. 9. "I am the door; by me if any man enter In, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out and find pasture.” Here is the point John wants emphasized in his gospel, namely, that Christ is the Messiah. The word “saved” holds the essence of the Messlahship. Men will do well to ponder what the real meaning of saved Is. It is the opposite of “perish" as found in John 3:15. It is important that we often apply it and make sure that we, our friends, and all whom we contact are saved. V.lO. “The thief eometh not, but for to steal, and to kill and destroy; I am come that they may have life and that they may have it more abundantly.” A spiritual union with God through Christ produces life -r- here is the meaning of being saved. So important is this life that Jesus said, “I am the .good shepherd; the good shepherd gives his life for the sheep.” —Based on copyrighted outlines produced by the division of Christian education, national council of the Churches Os Christ in the U. S. A., and used by permission.

THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Eugene B. McAllister The Sunday School hour begins at 9:15, with classes for all age groups. Harry Hakes, Asst. Supt. The Morning Worship Service is at 10:36. The three groups will meet at 6:30. The Evening Service is at 7:30. The pastor will begin a series of messages tonight on the Book of Revelation. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear these messages on prophecy. There will be special music and gospel singing. There will be a pot-luck supper tn the lower auditorium of the church Monday night at 6:30. This is an important meeting in the history of our church. Please bring a covered dish, and table service. Coffee will be furnished. The Salamonle Youth Association will meet In Poneto Tuesday night at 7:30. The bus will leave the church at 6:30 or 6:45. The Mid-Week service is Wednesday night at 7:00. There will be no choir practice this week. The Philo ■Class will meet Friday night. Plans wil be announced later. Youth Recreation Saturday night 7:00-10:00. ■ ■■■ -- 7 -

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ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Very Rev. Msgr. Selmetz, pastor 6:00 a.m. First Mass. 7.30 a.m. Low Mass. 9:00 am., Children’s Mass. 10:15 a.m., Low Mass. Weekday Mass 7:30 a.m. Holy Communion Sundays. First Sunday, the Catholic Ladles of Columbia. Second Sunday, Holy Name Society, Third Sunday, the Rosary Society. Fourth Sunday, Children of Mary. BETHANY E.U.B. CHURCH Benj. G. Thomas, Minister 9:00 a.m. Sunday School, Richard Hammond, Supt. 10:00 am. Divine Worship Sermon: “The Importance of the Soul" Lt. Marcus Foreman, who is home on furlough, will sing “The Lord is My Shepherd" 4>y Mallotte. 6:00 p.m. The Youth Fellowship will have as their guest speaker: Miss Sigrun Karsunky who Is an exchange student from Westphalia, Germany. 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship Sermon: “A Man of Obedience". Monday 7:00 The Confmittee on Evangelism. Wednesday 7:00 Midweek Prayer Service. Wednesday 8:00 The Committee on Finance. “ Friday 7:00 The Choir Rehearsal. ASSEMBLY OF GOD 316 South 13th St. Don Rentschler, pastor Silam Liechty, Sunday school supt. Sunday morning 9:45; Suuday school for every one. We invite people of ail ages to study with us God's word. Sunday morning worship 10:45: Mess&ge by the pastor. Sunday evening 7:45: A special speaker. Rev. Edward Summerfield formally of Garrett shall deliver the evangelistic message. Thursday 7:45 p.m. prayer meeting and Bible study, Listen to our radio broadcast: Sunday WGL 8 a.m. “Hour of Power” 6:30 p.m. “Salvation Time” 10:30 p.m. WGL or any ABC station “Revinaltime.”

— _ FIRST METHODIST W, Monroe at Fifth St., SamuetEmerlCk, minister9:30 a.m. Church school assembly with Noah Schrock, general superintendent, in charge. Classes for all ages. 10:20 a.m. The worship service will begin with an organ prelude, “The Morning Light is Breaking” by Rogers, with Mrs. Edgar Gerber at the organ. The theme of the pastor’s sermon will 'be "The Lost Gospel”, The choir, under the direction of Mrs. Harry Dailey, will sing the anthem "Seek Ye the Lord” by J. V. Roberts. 6:00 Youth Fellowship. Mrs. Harry Dailey, our director of music, will assist the minister in presenting a program on the theme “Worship—and the Hymns We Sing.” 7:30 Evening worship. Our current series of informal Sunday evening services on the "Habits of the Christian Life” will close with the 7:30 service this evening. The theme will be "Habits of Christian Home Training.” Mrs. Sara Lou Collier and Mrs. Catherine Helm. »:ill be Ihe. speakers. Wednesday Evening 7:00 Choir Rehearsal. 7:00 Hour of Prayer and Study. The pastor will discuss“ The Petition for Forgiveness,” the next of the current series on the Lord’s Prayer. Prayer. 1 Thursday, February 25th. W.S.CJB. Meetings. -Mrs Raymond Walters, chairman. at the home of Mrs. Harve Baker. Mrs. Maynard Hetrick, chairman Dorcas circle, at the home of Mrs. Frank Crist. Mrs. Noah Steury, chairman, at the home of Mrs. I.eland Smith. Mrs. Adrian Baker, chairman, at the home of Mrs. Homer Lower. Let us impart all the blessings ve possess, or ask for ourselves, o the whole family of mankind.

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ZION LUTHERAN West Monroe and Eleventh Street Edgar P. Schmidt, pastor The Church With Carlllonlo Bella The pastor continues hia aeries of sermons on the Ten Commandments at both services Sunday, 8 and 10:30 am. The services are Identical "Am I my Brother’s Keeper?” will be the pulpit theme, baaed on the story of Cain and Abel, Gen. 4. 3-12, as an explanation of the Commandment: "Thou shalt not kill.” The choir will appear at 10:30 only, singing, "Psalm of Praise,” by G. Chase, Karl Reinklng singing the part of the cantor. David Embler is director. The public is cordially Invited to attend the worship services. There are Sunday school classes for all ages, from 3 years to 93, from nursery class to adult Bible class. All classes open at 9:li a m. A Saturday Bible school for the children of the grades is conducted each Saturday from 9:16 to 11:30 a.m. The junior confirmation class meets Wednesdays at 4 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 a.m. The Sunday school staff will meet for lesson preparation and teacher training on Thursday at 7 p.m. - • Choir rehearsal Wednesday at 7 p.m. Holy communion will be celebrated at both services Sunday, February 28. Announcements will be received on Friday, in the church, on the hours of 2,4, 5,7 and 8 o’clock. The Zion Walther league meets Sunday, the 28th, from 6:30 to 8:36. Jane Rentz, Carolyn McDougal, and Lorraine Walters are the committee. The Lenten Season opens on Ash Wednesday, March 3rd. Zion Lutheran will conduct mid-week. Lenten services each Wednesday of Lent at 7:30. CHURCH OF GOD , 628 Cleveland Street W. H. Kirkpatrick, pastor The church of the "Christian Brotherhood Hour” heard every Sunday morning over WKJQ at 8:30. The unified services open with the worship service at 9:30 a.m. The special choir number “Are Ye Able, Said the Master.” A trio number by Pauline Roop, Bonnie Watkins, and Edna Kirkpatrick. The pastor’s message “What Will the Lord Do Font's?” Youth choir practice at 6:30 p.m. Evangelistic service at 7:30 with the men of the church furnishing a chairman. The gospel message, “Prepare to Meet Thy God.” Destination unknown for the youth of church after service. Wednesday prayer service and Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Youth .fellowship at 7:30 p.m. Adult choir practice. 8:30 p.m. Thursday, missionary work meeting all day at the parsonage. Saturday, “Friendways” for all (uniors, meet at the church at one o'clock promptly. On Saturday February 28. there will be a youth rally for Fort Wayne district. The meeting is called for 2:30 p.m. at the Sherman street Church of God, in Fort Wayne, Ind. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Seventh and Marshall Romaine D. Wood, pastor Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Worship service, 10:45 a.m. Youth service, 6:45 p.m. Junior service, 6:45 p.m. Evangelistic service, 7:30 p.m. Midweek prayer service Wednesday 7:30 p.m. [ You are invited to attend these services. NUTTMAN AVENUE United Brethren in Christ Paul D. Parker, minister Sunday school, 9:80 a.m. Law- . renee Michel is the general superintendent. Bring the family and study the Bible with us. There are classes for all age groups. Morning worship service, 10:30 a.m. The pastor will speak on the subject; “A Summons to Advance". Christian endeavor. 7 p.m. There is fellowship and study groups for all. Evening worship service, 7:30 p.m. sermon, “The Wisdom of God.” Prayer and Bible study, Wednesday, 7:30. You are invited. He was an example of great duties done as simply as breathing.

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MISSIONARY CHURCH Tenth and Dayton Street* H. J. Welty, pastor 9-10:30, unified service. Ralph Myers, general supt. We have classes for all ages. Come and study the word of God. Violin solo by Rev. J. Pritchard Amstuts. Message, “Israel's Restoration." This is the second of a series entitled, “Knowing the Times.” The morning Junior church service will be in charge of David Zimmerman. 7 p.m„ senior MYF, The teenage MYF will present a special service to the senior group. 7 p.m., children's gospel hour. 7:30 p.m.. evangelistic service. Good Gospel singing. Message by the pastor. Wednesday. 7:30 p.m., mid-week service. Friday, 7:30 p.m.. the young ladies' circle will meet at the par sonage. Waneta Routt will act as hostess. We invite you to attend our services. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Mercer Ave. at Five Points Rev. Ray J. Walther, Pastor 9:15 a.m. Sunday Church School Lester Sundling Superintendent. 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Sermon: Go Ye Therefore ..." < Calendar of Church Events Sunday: Foreign (Missions Sunday in The Presbyterian Church. “The only kind of Church which can crack the modern world is one in which each man is a missionary. There are thousands of missionary tasks and each must find his own” — Elton Trueblood. 4:30 p.m. Junior Fellowship "Some inside information about the Church” is the topic and Dr. and 'Mrs. Windson Cravens will be on hand to lead the young people in a very interesting lesson. 6.00 p.m. Westminister Fellowship “Stories of Foreign Missions Today" will he the evening topic presented by the Rev. Ray J. Walther. Young people coming at 5:30 will find an occasion for games and fellowship. Wednesday 6:45 Junior Choir Practice. 7:00 Adult Choir Practice. 8:00 p.m. General Women's Association Meeting — A very interesting program has been planned by the Education and Social Action Department and Mrs. Jack Knudsen, the Chairman promises an evening worth the time of every woman of the Church. The MARY Circl ewill serve as Host for the evening. Thursday 6:00 p.m. Basketball Game —(Lincoln Gym. The Junior —Junior High Basketball team. This week they play the lads from Trinity. Be on hand to give our boys support. Saturday 6:15 Minister’s Dinner and Social in our Church Dining. Room. The Decatur (Ministers and their wives appreciate this fellowship afforded by these semiworthy monthly dinners in the various churches of Decatur, The Rev. Alexander N. MacLeod, Ph. D. Presbyterian missionary on furlough from Formosa, will speak at our Church on March 3rd. Plan to Attend. Lesson Prayer: Lesson prayer: Grant that we take life more seriously and not treat lightly such teachings as the awfulness of sin. the perishing of a soul, the judgements of God. n the light of truth, grant that we may earnestly seek the Saviour by whom and through whom ilone we are saved. Give us the ! oy of thy salvation that we may rejoice always.

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George Washington said, "It would ill become me to conceal the joy I have felt in perceiving the fraternal affection which appears to Increase every day among the friends of genuine religion. It affords edifying prospects, indeed, to see Christians of every denomination dwell together in more charity, and conduct themselves ZION EVANGELICAL AND REFORMED William C. Feller, Pastor Church School at 9:00 a.m. Robert Houk, superintendent. Richard. Schafer, Ist assistant Substitute, teacher s <will take over many of the glasses in the school on this Sunday. Come and bring your entire family. , Worship Service at 10:00 axn. Sermon by the paator, “Building a Brotherly World." The senior choir will sing, “Christian Fellowship” by Pierce. Visltore are always welcome. A nursery will cere for pro-kindergarten children whjle their parents attend the worship service. Youth Fellowship at 6:15 p.m. Devotions will be given by Marlene Snyder. Verlin lEgly will present the lesson. Ruth and Naomi Circle at the church on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. Youth choir rehearsal on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Friendship Circle in the home of (Mrs. Lawrence Rash on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Bethany Circle in the home of Mrs. Ralph Yager and Miss Matilda Sellemeyer on Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Senior choir rehearsal on Friday at 7:00 p.m. Catechetical classes on Saturday morning: seniors at 9, juniors at 10 a.m. Come and worship with us. FIRST CHRISTIAN Traverse Chandler, minister Morning worship services begin at 9:30 a.m. with the prelude by Mrs. William Bauman. e Reading of Communion meditations followed by the observance of the Lord's Supper. The choir, under direction of, Mrs. Gerald Strickler will sing the anthem “Forgive Me*’ by Sandon. The minister’s sermon topic is “TlHlMan!" Junior church at 9:30. Mrs. Edward Anderson will present the story “Bobby Learns about Prayer." 1 Bible school at 10:30 a.m. Gerald Strickler, supt., and Everett Faulkner, assistant. . Sunday 6:00 p.m. C.Y.F. meeting. The general meeting of the C.W.F. will be held at the borne of Mrs. J. E. Anderson, Willshire, Ohio, Monday evening at 7:30. Mrs. Homer Ruhl will lead in the worship services and Miss Ava Kraft „wtll present the program. The general theme of the meeting will be ; 6n;_ “No East Or West” by C. M. Yocum. Mrs. Elmer Darwachter will preside over the business session. You are always welcome to attend our services. Book Review The Douglass Sunday school lessons, 1954. by Earl L. Douglass, The MacMillan Co:, offers vitally interesting material for studying the international Sunday school lessons. The author gives suggestions for audio-visual aids foY each lesson, thus making the lessons applicable to the needs of every day living. There are also discussion questions, hints to teachers, and lllnwtratinns that highlight the major points of the lesson.

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