Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 53, Number 301, Decatur, Adams County, 23 December 1955 — Page 6

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BREAK-DOWN IN (Continued From PMT* One) - aware county sheriff Frank Snear has called for "able bodied, husky" vojunteera. The sheriff seeks some 25 to 30 deputies to help enforce a court order against GUARDIAN MEMORIALS Rock of Ages Stock Colored Granites Monuments Mausoleums Markers ADRIAN WEMHOFF MEMORIALS Hi way 27 N. Phone 3-3433 “Wemhoffs since 1864”

KEEPING CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS ■■■l • How are you planning to spend thia IHhI C —- 'i; Christmas? If ever there was a season when ilfll U—people are tempted to put first things last and last things first, it is the season of ■F { Christmas. “ Unless we determine right now that for “S' FJ us this is going to be a Christian Christmas, ■rk / we shall be unable to withstand the pagan- ®* n ß pressure of the world about us. We / I*l,aH1 * l,aH succumb to the triple X of a pagan X-mas —the modern excesses of excitement, • extravagance, and exhaustion! / But how can we keep Christmas Christian? First of all, by acknowledging the £• \ Christ of Christmas as the eternal Son of ‘ God and the Savior of the world. Our high- _ &if. * - ! oy urin £ P 1 * 8 *® 1 days must find its roots in the conviction of the Prophet: "Unto us a Child is bom; unto us a Son b given . . . and His name shall be called Peace.” Isaiah 9:6. No gift, be it ever so great or ever so grand, daae overshadow the Gift of God in Bethlehem’s manger. No gladness, be it ever so high or ever so deep, dare match the gladness of our heart over the thrilling angel message: "Unto you is bom this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11. , , < Christmas is the birthday of our King. Let us keep it that. Let us bring our gifts of sacrifice, of worship, and of praise. Let • us crowd our Christian churches with fesIf you would Ukr “val throngs. Let us make the welkin ring " to Aoow Wore ebout with the jubilant strains of the teachings of tbe "Joy to the world, the Lord is come! Let Christian religion,or earth her King!” I® that way, and in no other, will we be and are h> need of able to rescue Christmas from the influences spiritual counsel, which would make it a pagan holiday.. In tieme write w. that way, and in no other, will we be able • to keep CHRIST in our Christmas! ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH West Monroe at Eleventh Street Edgar. P. Schmidt, Pastor SUNDAY SERVICES: 8:00 and 10:30 A. M. BIBLE SCHOOL: 9:15.

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mass picketing. Another development was a new exchange between IUE President James B. Carey and Westinghouse President Gwilym A. Price. Carey asked Price anewj to stap into the negotiations per-i sonally, but Price replied that he has a responsible negotiating team in action already, and that the present company delegates have full authority. Linton Man Killed As Auto Hits Tree WASHINGTON. Ind. (INS) —A 21-year-old Linton man was killed today when bis car collided with another on a narrow bridge and then slammed out of control into a tree.

Rural Churches UNION CHAPEL Evangelical United Brethren Lawrence T. Norria, pastor 9:30 a.m., Sunday school. Wendell Miller, superintendent. 10:20 a.m., worship service. Baptismal services following. Notice — There will be no evening service. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., prayer meeting. Omer Merriman, leader. 7:30 p.m., youth fellowship. Mary Speakman, president. Local Conference — Our Local Conference will be held Jan. 8, in the evening following the evening worship service. RIVARRE CIRCUIT United Brethren in Christ Carlyle Belple, pastor Pleasant Grove Located on*, mile east of Decatur and three miles north of route 224. 9:30 a.m., Sunday school with Warren Harden as superintendent. 10:30 a.m., worship service with message brought by the pastor, subject, "A Christ Centered Christmas.” . 7 p.m., Christian Endeavor. Wednesday evening at 7:30 is prayer time at Pleasant Grove. ML Zion at Bobo 9:30 a.m.. Sunday school. Thurman Bebout, superintendent. 10:30 a.m., class meeting with Mrs. Louise Bunner, class leader in charge. 7:30 p.m., is the time for the Christmas program presented by the children of the Sunday school. The public is cordially invited to attend the program. Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m., prayer meeting with the class leader conducting the meeting. ML Victory Located two and one-half miles north of route 224 on state line. 9:30 Sunday school, Chalmer Brodbeck, superintendent There are classes for all ages. . ...— — — 10:30 a.m., class meeting conducted by Mr. Gregg Knittie, classy leader. Wednesday evening at 7:30 the public is invited to‘ meet with the church for the prayer meeting under the leadership of the class leader. Monday evening, Dec. 26, and each evening during the week, there will be a class on stewardship conducted at the Bobo church by Rev. Paul Parker of Decatur. This meeting is sponsored by the Decatur zone of Auglaize conference. Rev. Parker is the author of the book that will be used as the textbook. Everyone who attends every meeting and spends an edual amount of time in outside preparation will be given credit in teacher training by the Department of Religious Education at Huntington. The public is also invited to participate in this class. We especially urge all Sunday school teachers to make special plans to attend all of the classes. There was such joy in heaven when Jesus was born that a heavenly choir joined the angel that announced Christ’s birth. As there was rejoicing in heaven when Jesus was born, so heaven rejoices when his life is born in the soul.

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She J InternetJn*l UndorTO Sunday School I sworn B*ek(r»»< Sarl*t«r«l Luka 1:5-801 1:10-33. n«T»U«uI Rtadlnfi Isaiah 11:1-# Christmas Songs Lessee for December 25, 1955 DID the angels sing when Christ was born? Some prosaic and unimaginative people say they didn’t True enough, Luke never says there was nuuic. All he says is that tiu-"multitude of the heavenly host” (he does not even say they were angels) were praising God and ‘‘saying. Glory to God in the high- MESjF"*INfI est . . Surely Christian art and yr > Christian story is afc JS not wrong in j thinking of this as song, not mere , <fl recitation or speech-making. At fl any rate, if the fl| angels did not sing such words, the Foreman church has sung them. All down through the Christian centuries Christmas has been a singing time. You cannot suggest all that Christmas means in simple spoken prose; you have to sing. Beauty In a Jangled World Luke, who had an ear for such things, put Into his gospel not ' less than four poems connected with the birth of Christ Os these the “Glory in the highest” is the shortest The others are the words nfMary—lLuka 1:47 55). of Zachariah (1:67-79) and of Simeon (chap. 2:29-32), In the—RJSJ£ these preprinted as poetry, as they really are. (The reader will note other poetic passages, but these are the four most famous ones.) The church ‘ has set all these to music many times over, and tn some churches they are sung every week. Mary’s song like the others has been given a Latin name, from their first words in the Latin Bible: “Magnificat” for Mary's song, "Benedictus" for Zechariah's, “Gloria in excelsis" for the angels’, and “Nunc Dimittis” for Simeon’s. But modern church-goers do not always reafize that each of these poems was called -forth in some way by thfi birth of Jesus. This is as it should 'be. Whi.t poetry is to language and to sound, tne coming of Christ is to this world of humanity. In the midst of all the jangling, wrangling, maddening and often : meaningless noises of the world, in the midst of all the stupid ordi- ' nary soon-forgotten outpouring of talk, talk, talk, a lovely poem comes bringing beauty and meaning, like a rose in a junk-yard. So in the midst of our jangling world Christ comes bringing i meaning and joy and peace Some Will Not Listen To some—to too many—Christ- ; mas means nothing. “Silent i Night” is a tune to be tired of, ; nothing more. The angels might I as well never have sung, the Story never written. Readers of TIME ' magazine will recall an article last July 18 about a writer who is typical of many men and wornj en in these times. He knows there is such a thing as the way of Love, I for every cross on every church proclaims iL and every Christ- ' mas carol sings it. But he will j not accept it. He chooses the way of defiance and despair. To him, i life is a wandering in the dark, with nothing but his own candle I which will soon go out But Some Have Heard I On the other hand there are many, and among them some of mankind's best, who have found in the Christian faith something more than merely a story, a lovely legend, a song for little children, something which It would be pleasant, but Impossible, to believe. A good book to get for the new year is one called “This 1 Believe about Jesus Christ” (edited by J. C. Monsma; Revell & Co., New York). ft Is a collection of testimonies to Jesus Christ, by an impressive variety of men arwi women. College presidents, executives of great business firms, scientists, politicians, persona in many walks of life, all write on the same theme, what Christ has meant to them. Any one who thinks that Christianity is a religion only for weak characters ought to read thia book. Any one who thinks that Christ is attractive only to children, might well read this book and learn better. The writers by their testimonies show that not alone for ancient and legend-loving times, not only for simple peasants in primitive lands, but for modern men, hard-beaded, highly educated, burdened with great responsibilities, Christ brings meaning and beauty as well as power. Strong voices in every land join the heavenly host In praise to God who has given us his Son. The most inspiring musical'compositions center in the Child Jesus. The world was never quit* th* same after Jesus was born.

Rural Churches PLEASANT MILLS METHODIST H. A. Davis, pastor 9:30 a.in., Sunday uchool. Mrs. Harlen Jones, supt. 7:30 p.m., Thursday, prayer meeting. SALEM METHODIST H. A. Davis, pastor 9:30 a.m., Christmas program. 10:30 a.m. Sunday‘school, Maurice Miller, superintendent. 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, prayer meeting. ST. PAUL MISSIONARY Louis Klotzbach, pastor 9:15 a.in., morning worship. . 10:15 am., Sunday school. Lyle Frans, supt. Eddie McFarland, assistant. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., mid-week prayer service. MT. TABOR METHODIST Edgar Johnston, pastor Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.No worship service. Youth meeting, 7 p.m. Prayer meeting, Thursday, 7 p.m. WREN- CIRCUIT E. U. B. A. N. Straley, pastor Bethel 9:30 am., Sunday school. Hershel White, superintendent. 10:30 a.m., prayer service. Mrs. Margaret Akom, class leader. 7:30 p.m., annual Christmas program. Offering for Otterbein home. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., prayer meeting. Wood Chapel 9:30 a.m., Sunday school. Paul Henrey, superintendent. 10:30 a.m., morning worship. ‘"The Other Wise Man.” — A Christmas story. Thursday, 8 p.m., prayer meeting and youth fellowship. SALEM ■> Evangelical and Reformed H. E. Settlage, minister

Saturday, Christmas Eve, at 7:30 p.m.: program by the childrens’ and youth departments of the Sunday school. Sunday, 9 a.m., Sunday school. Classes for all age groups. 10 a.m., Christmas worship service, with Order for Baptism, (Reception of Members, and Holy Communion. Sermon, “God’s Promise Fulfilled.” ANTIOCH United Missionary Charles Collier, pastor Ellis Skiles, S. S. Supt. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Christ is the light of the world. “A Light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.” We would be happy to have you come and commemorate the Saviour’s birthday with us on this Christmas day. Morning worship, 10:30 ajn. The pastor will use as his text: "No Room” for Him. There will be no young peoples’ service in the evening/ Evening service, 7:30 p.m. Christmas program by the youth of our church. MONROE METHODIST Ralph R. Johnson, minister Christmas Day — Worship 9:30 a.m. Anthem by the adult choir, Baptism of babies. Stermon by the Minister: “The Coming of The King.” Sunday school, 10:30 a.m., John Christener, supt. No evening services today. Choir rehearsals Wednesday: Youth 7 p.m.; adults 8:15 p.m. Prayer services, 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Mrs. (Rowena Stucky, leader. Watch night service, December 31, 8-12 p.m. Worship, education, food and fellowship and fun. PLEASANT VALLEY Wesleyan Methodist G. R. Shaw, pastor 9:30 a.m., Sunday school. Tom Harrison, supt. <. 10 1 :30 a.m., morning service. Message by the pastor. 7:30 p.m., evening service. Christmas program. 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, prayer meeting in charge of Virgil Sprunger. ST. LUKE EVANGELICAL AND REFORMED, HONDURAS Louis C. Minsterman, minister 9 am., church service. 10 a.m., Sunday school. Celebration of Holy Communion. Baptism of Children — IRecption £f members. Offering for ministerial student fund. ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL AND REFORMED, VERA CRUZ Louis C. Minsterman, minister 9:30 a.m. Sunday school. 10:30 am., church service. Celebration of Holy Communion. Baptism of Children — Reception of members. Offering for the George Reusser fund. ra PLEASANT MILLS BAPTIST Oakley Masten, pastor 9:30 a.m., Sunday morning worship. Subject of sermon: “The Coming of the King.” 10:30 a.m., S. S. and Christmas program. 7 p.m., fellowship. Christmas films. ' 7:80 p.m., evening worship. Sermon: “His Star in the West."

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Our Christmas Message Rev. J. R. Meadows Once again we celebrate the birthday of our Saviour. • Once again an awareness of His sacred presence steals Into our hearts as we recall the tremendous event that occurred many years ago in the little town of Bethlehem. May all of us in spirit join the wondering shepherds to tread the MORRISON FARM fIILISCHfIIMERS • satis anp siavtcs, "WORKING FOR YOU" MONROE GRAIN & SUPPLY, INC. Feeds • Seeds • Fertilizer Coal and Farm Supplies MONROE, INDIANA 1315 W. Adams Phone 3-2971 Rose Hill Dairy, Inc. BUY THE GALLON AND SAVE 351 N. 10th St. Decatur Sherman White & Co. KRAFT BUILDING Winchester St Cream — Eggs — Poultry Victor Kneuss, Mgr. Phone 3-3600 Stucky Furniture Co. 30 Years of Continuous Business MONROE, IND. STIEFEL GRAIN CO. PURINA CHOWS SEEDS — FERTILIZER Baby Chlx Check-R-Mlxlng SMITH DRUG CO. Your Rexall Drug Store 149 N. 2nd St Phone 3-3614 Treon’s Poultry Market Fresh Dressed Poultry Fresh Eggs — Free Delivery Phone 3-3717 Zwick ■ Wemhoff MONUMENT CO. Corner Monroe & Fourth Sts. (Down Town) i ■—Baarf ~ Zuercher Music Store U. S. No. 27, S. Berne, Ind. Full line of band and string Instruments and Accessories Pianos, Organs, Accordions * We repair all Instruments. SMITH PURE MILK CO. Your Local Milk Merchant Grade “A” Dairy Products 134 8. 13th at Adams GILLIG & DOAN FUNERAL HOME 24-hour Ambulance Service Phone 3-3314 312 Marshall St Decatur, Ind. LAWSON Heating - Plumbing Air Conditioning Appliances Sales and Service Phone 3-3626 West Monroe St aMaMWBaHWMMMWUWMammwawaaaMmweBawaWaBB—aaWB—ADAMS COUNTY TRAILER SALES, Inci New and Used Trailers Regular Bank Interest Rate* -> Decatur, Ind. Maier Hida & Fur Co. Dealer In All Scrap Metals Telephone 3-4419 710 Monroe St ADAMS COUNTY FARM BUREAU CO-OP Everything In Farm Supplies Berne - Williams ■ Monroe Pleasant Mills - Geneva

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Htraw-strewn stable with reverence and devotion. As we gaze into the face of God’s Son, let us joyously cry out, “O Come, let us adore Him! He is Christ our Lord!” Truly on Christmas morn God came near to His children and they saw the light of His glory in the face of the Bethlehem babe. Christmas Is not an isolated event, which happened once in the Bethlehem stable — it Is a continuous experience. As Jesus was luminous with the light of God, so in some real sense Jesus would use His follower to make Him real to others. A real? Christmas experience takes place when a light is turned on within the human heart through the indwelling Christ. In the face of that person people are looking for the truth that God moves among men. If God has shined in our hearts, we, too, shall become luminous with light. As Christ came to reflect God, let us, in turn, be reflectors of Christ, that He may be glorified in us. Go to church next Sunday and find out how you can best serve God. THIS WEEK’S BIBLE VERSE “I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people, for unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour which is Christ the Lord.”—Luke 2:10, 11. Sonship is the highest possible relationship with God. KHAPP SERVICE Cor. Second & Jackson Sts. Decatur, Ind. AUGUST CAFETERIA 222 N. 2nd St Decatur, Indiana Fine Food - Fast Service Open Sun. 7 a. m. to 1:30 p. m. Phone 3-3305 , BEAVERS OIL SERVICE Dependable Farm Service Phone 3-2705 COLES MARKET MEATS and GROCERIES 237 W. Monroe St Phone 3-2515 DECATUR HATCHERY Decatur Chicks & DeKalb Chicks and Kelvinator Appliances "—P—————ha—— Decatur Equipment, ■ Inc. MHlway 27 North Sales and Service Phone 3-2904 Decatur Music House Pianos, Organs, Instruments Sales ■ Service Sheet Music — Records 254 N. 2nd Bt. Phone 3-3353 The second best Is never as good as the best Try Our Ready-Mlx Dial 3-2561 Decatur Ready - Mix Inc. Engle & Irwin Motors NEW and USED CARS Your Studebaker-Packard Dealer Winchester & U. 8. 27 Decatur

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