Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 55, Number 305, Decatur, Adams County, 28 December 1957 — Page 2

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I Comments #! on s.s. .artal | Creamed Comments on the Sunday School Lesson. The Church’* One Foundation, Matt. 16:13-19: Ephesians 2:19-22, for Sunday, January 5. Jesus is only a few months from Calvary in this lesson and He is anxious to test his disciples as to who they really think He is. With the revelation that Christ is the true foundation of the Church and all of life, the Epistle to the Ephesians deals with 'the divine nature of the church and its function in the life of of believers. V. 13. “When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Phillippi, he asked his disciples. saying. Whom do men say that I the Son of Man am?” The district of Caesarea Phillippi was Gentile territory about 25 miles north of the Sea of Galilee. Jesus’ reference to himself as the Son of Man emphasizes that He was human, but he was trying to draw out from his disciples their estimation of people’s reaction as to how He was more than human. Did people regard Him as merely another great BEGUN’S Clothing Store Far Men and Boys Phone 3-3208 IDEAL DAIRY Restaurant ». - QUR SPECIALTIES — Short Orders and ’ Fountain Service. A Good Quiet Plaee To Eat. Bus Station. 217 S. >nd St. Phone 3-4118 — DISTRIBUTORS OF MOBILGAS - MOBILOIL | PETRIE OIL CO. Cor. Bth & Monroe Phone 3-2014 RIVERSIDE I GARAGE We Repair All Makes of Cars Front Wheel Alignment , Batteries and Tires 24-Hour Wrecking Service 126 E. Monroe St. Phone 3-3312 ’ HUMMinMMoaaoaanroooMnMnoßunu ; BABER’S Jewelry Store DECATUR FOR FINE JEWELRY AUCTION SALES Experienced Salesmanship At Your Service RESERVE YOUR SALE DATE Livestock. Fann, and Real Estate Sates Midwest Realty Auction 00. J. F. Sanmann Corner First & Monroe Sts. PHONE* 3-3201 Go To Phil L. Macklin & 00. FOR Prompt, Courteous Service For Ail Makes of Cars 107 S. First St. Phone 3-2504 ■ in PONTIAC Dollar for Dollar You Can’t Beat a Pontiae U. S. Tires—DuPont Paints DECATUR SUPER SERVICE . 224 W. Monroe St. YOST Gravehßeadymix Inc. READY MIX CONCRETE SAND and GRAVEL — Phones: 3-3114, 3-3115 NJ I Ml. I For General Plumbing and Heating Needs, We Are At Your Service, Just Call BAKER PLUMBING AND HEATING 701 W. Monrtte St. Thohe 3-2609

ktilf iiim" , T»ia'i.rfiiT I W ■III prophet, another great teacher? V. 14. “And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias: and others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” Herod Antipas thought Christ was John the Baptist risen from the dead; the literal coming of Elijah was expected to precede the appearance of the Messiah, according to •the prophecy, of Malachi. Others regarded him as merely another prophet or one of the old prophets risen from the dead. V. 15. "He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am?” The time had come when Jesus wanted the disciples to express their own views as to who He really w&s V. 16. “And Simon Peter answered and said. Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Peter acted as spokesman for the group and doubtless expressed the sentiments of all when he declared Christ was the Messiah, predicted by the prophets, and as the Son of the living God, was divine. The word “Christ” means "Anointed One,” and, according to tjie prophecies, refers to that divine office by which the world one day will be ruled. The “Son of the living God" distinguishes true deity horn idols which are dead. V. 17. "And Jesus answered said unto him. Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, bpt my Father which is in heaven/’ Simon Barjous was Peter’s full name, meaning Simon, son of John. ' Flesh and blood" was a common rabbinic expression for the human, as contrasted with the divine. Peter had been given spiritual insight concerning Christ’s identity by God himself. V. 18. “And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” In the Aramaic language, the words “Peter” and "rock" are the same. The church is Christ's and he will build it, I though in so doing, he used Peter as well as the other apostles in very important ways. The disciples’ recognition of Christ as the Messiah warrants their being given special authority to carry out certain t|sks under divine guidance. Jesns assured Peter and the other apostles that, though the church may be persecuted, it will never be destroyed. V. 19. “And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven; and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shalt be loosed in hpaven." The teaching here is .that anyone who confesses Christ has the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Bind and loose are rabbinic terms for and “permit,” and the phrase means that anyone committed to Christ will make the right decisions about what is permitted and what is forbidden. „ *.. Vs. 22. “Now therefore ye are iie more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the Saints, and of the household of God; And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the 'chief corner stone;' . . . In whom all the Lord: . . . . In whom ye also are builded together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.” All Christian believers are members pf the household of God. and so not strangers to each really. This fellowship is built upon the faith of the apostles, with Christ, as the chief corner stone, holding the Church together, with the opostles and prophets providing the foundation on which Christ could build his church. The greatest thing human beings can do is to prepare a fit habitation for their God.

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Discussion Questions on the Sunday School Lesson, The Church’s One Foundation, for Sunday, January 5. 1. What does the New Testament teach regarding the deity of Christ? 2. What are the different expressions used in the New Testament to describe the nature of the church? 3. HoW does the Holy Spirit transmit Hia power to people and churches? 4. In what sense do all who con- > fess Christ have the keys of the [ kingdoms? 5. Upon what foundations other * than Christ are people building their lives today? Clericus Says Clericus says: The church is a fellowship of men and women bound in faith and love to one another and to God. The church is people — all kinds of people sometimes selfish, not always kind, ordinary people loke our-selves-but people with a vision beyond their grasp, a faith greater than their self-confidence .and a hope beyond human expectation, but all witlfin ithrnprovince and power of God. The Church is no fraternity house — it is a temple of which Christ is the corner stone —the house of God into which every one is invited to worship. Lesson prayer: Dear Father, we thank Thee that the Christian church came into being through Christ’s victory over sin and death. We are grateful that His only Spirit came to dwell in a small company of people who became the first church. Grant that we may realize that the Holy Spirit can impart strength and power to us today if we have a right relationship with Thee. May we remind ourselves continually that the only true unity is a spiritual unity, joining together in fellowship all those who love Thee. Amen. f The Rock of Ages is one rock which the geologist must leave unturned. Big boasters are often poor boosters. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 221 South Fourth Street Stuart H. Brightwell. Pastor 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Hour. Lester Mitchel, Supt. We have graded school with a class for every age group. k 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service. The sermon will be given by the pastor. The choir will sing, "The Light of the World is Jesus.” Mrs. Stuart Brightwell is choir director. Mrs. Eugene Lehman is church organist. 6:30 p.m. Baptist Youth Fellowship. 7:30 p.m. Evening Gospel Hour. The public is invited to the services of our church. You will receive a cordial Christian welcome. Church Activities Monday 7:30 p.m. Monthly meeting of the church board at the church. Tuesday New Year's Eve Service at the church. The Rev. Robt. Miller, missionary to Holland, Will be guest speaker. The service Will begin at 7 p.m. and close at 9 p.m. Hie service will conclude with a Candle Light Commuriion Service, Note: There will be no Midweek service at the church on Wednesday, Friday, 3:15 p.m. Junior choir rehearsal at the church. J

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ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH V. Rev. Msgr. Seimeta, Pastor Sunday Masses 6 a.m. ) 7:30 a.rn. 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Weekday Masses 6 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. TRINITY i Evangelical United Brethren Ninth and Madison Streets J. O. Penrod, pastor Church school at 9 a.m. Clifford Hoverman, superintendent. Pastor’s class at 9 a.m., meets in the parsonage. Morning worship at 10, a.m. We shall give special recognition to all of the college students from Trinity who are at home for Christmas vacation. Organist, Harold Mumma will play “Lead Hiou Me” by Nolte. The chancel choir under the direction of Walter Henkel will sing “Only One Life” by Merill Dunlap. The pastor's message will be "Go Back To Your High Moments." The Boys and Girls Fellowship will meet at 6:30 p.m. The youth fellowship will meet at 6:30 p.m. Evening worship for everyone at 7:30 p.m. Larry Andrews will lead the service. Several other College students will participate in the service. The sermon. “God’s Cure of an Inferiority Complex," will be give# by the pastor. The Boy Scout Troop No. 65 will meet Monday at 6:30 p.m. The Wednesday night meetings will not be held due to the holiday. The ladies aid will meet Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock. A shower will be given for the \church kitchen. The athletic program will be held !at Lincoln school on Thursday evening from the hours of 6 o'clock to 8 o'clock. The Work and Win class will meet Friday at the home of Mr. & Mrs. William Strahm at 7:30 p.m. Mrs. Ruth Williams and Mrs. Mabel Reed are assistant hostesses. ZION LUTHERAN West Monroe and Eleventh Street Edgar P. Schmidt, pastor The Church With Carillonic Bells 8 a.m., early worship. 9:15 a.m., Bible school. 10:30 am., late worship. "The Abundant Life,” John 10. 10, will be the. sermon theme and text at both worship hours Sunday morning. Holy Communion will be celebrated at the 10:30 service. Also, a class of six adults will be received into, membership of the church by the Rite of Confirmation. Sunday, school classes meet at 3:15 o'clock. The adult Bible class has been cancelled for this Sunday. A special New Year's Eve vesi per will be conducted Tuesday evening at seven o’clock. The service will be conducted by the pastor The newly elected church officers will be installed at this evening service. Church Calendar The junior confirmation class will meet next Saturday morning, Jan. 4th, at 9 o’clock. Saturday Bible school will not meet until January 11th at 9:15Both the 1957 and 1958 dhurch ouncils will meet Thursday evering at 7:30. in the parish hall. I Hie Zion school resumes classes in Thursday morning at B:2#. A cordial invitation is extended to all non-churched people of Decatur to attend services a| Zion Lutheran church. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Traverse Chandler, pastor 9:30 a.m. Morning worship service. There will be no Junior Church. } ’ The scripture lesson will-be Luke 2:1-20. Rev. Chandler will be present a special Christmas sermon “This Shall Be a Signv” The quartet will provide special music. 10:30 a.m. Sunday School. Church Activities Monday F. W. F. general practict at 6:30 p.m. Senior choir practice at 7:00 p.m . — ..... The First State Bank Decatur, Indiana Established 1883 Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.

ZION Evangelical and Reformed (United Church of Christ) Third and Jackson Streets William C. Feller, pastor Church school at 9 a.m. Richard Linn, superintendent. Let’s make this last Sunday of the year the best in attendance, with every member of every family present for the study of God's Word. There is a class for every age. Divine worship at 10 a.m. There will be the celebration of the Lord's Supper. Meditation by the pastor: "A Look Within.” The senior choir will sing, ‘‘Sanctify Me” by Ellerf Jane Lorenz. All members ol the church are urged to be present on this last Sunday of the year. Visitors are always welcome. The official board will meet briefly after the worship service. There will be no Youth Fellowship on Sunday and no youth choir rehearsal cm New Year’s Day. Heidelberg class meeting on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Christmas decorations will be taken down. Senior choir rehearsal on Friday at 7 p.m. Catechetical classes on Saturday morning; seniors at 9, juniors at 10 a m. Annual congregational meeting, Sunday, January 5. Come and worship with us. UNITED BRETHREN IN CHRIST Nuttman Avenue Paul D. Parker, minister Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Lawrence Michel, superintendent. The Christmas season was no doubt a wonderful experience in all of our churches. Why not carry the same spirit into the New Year? Start the New Year right by attending the Sunday school and church of your choice. We have classes for all age groups including a nursery. Morning worship service, 10:30 a.m. Sermon. “The New Year”. Christian endeavor, 7 p.m. “Resolved: For Christ And The Church" will be the study topic. Evening evangelistic service, 7:30 p.m. Inspiration time followed by the pastor’s message on the subject, "There Is No Use." Week end evangelistic services will begin New Years flight at 7:30. The Rev. Lloyd £by..our conference superintendent yili be the special speaker for these five nights of spiritual emphasis. The ' holy communion will be observed in the Sunday morning service of Jan. 5. You are welcome to attend any or all of these services. CHURCH OF CHRIST 12th and Washington Streets Carroll Myers, minister Happy New Year to all . . . Welcome to church. 9:30 a.m., morning worship and communion. Christians should commune with Christ each first day of the week. Come with us and we will do thee gopd. Sermon "First Things First." 10:30 a.m., Bible school with classes for everyone. Next Sunday will be promotion Sunday. Be in Church and Bible school this Sunday to show your love for Christ and your teacher. 7:30 p.m., gospel hour with gospel preaching. Sermon: "New Creature and Ambassadors." You will not want to miss a single evening service this coming new year, so start the last Sunday of the old year out' right by being in the Lord's house. Jan. 1: 7:30 p.m., Bible stud? -md -ver meeting. I can think of ao better way to start the new ear except oy being in the Houst of the Lord for Bible study and prayer. Don. Fifer is the scheduled leader. Start the new year right 4n prayer and study. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 7th and Marshall Street U. E. Lykins, pastor Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Oth< Suman, supt. Mrs. C. E. Lykins junior supervisor. Worship service at 10:30 a.m Sermon by the pastor. Young peoples’ meeting at 6:30 Sally Suman will be in charge Subject: “Be It Resolved.” Evangelistic service at 7:30 p.m with the pastor speaking. Watchnight service beginning a* nine o’clock Tuesday evening. Thi.' will be a united service with the Wren, Ohio, Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Floyd Suman will have, charge from 9 to 10:30, and Rev Lykins from 10:30 through midnight. The service will close with n candle light communion. Tht public is invited. Worshippers who •annot spend the three hours in the church are welcome to come o PHOTO FLASH BULBS and FILM All Sizes Holthouse Drug Co.

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and go as necessary; Start the New Year right. Attend services in the house of the Lord. - I ASSEMBLY OF GOD 1219 Elm Street George Yarian, pastor Sunday school, 9:45 a.m. During this busy season, many people have forgotten to do some important things, but please do not forget to attend Sunday school tomorrow. You will enjoy your class, and your class will enjoy having you. Morning worship, 10:30 a.m. Sermon: "Going Forward." Evening service, 7:45 p.m. Sermon: “The Seraph's Wings.” Thursday evening, 7:45 p.m., special service with Jimmy Jones bringing the message. This is a service- you will not want to miss. Saturday evening, 7-p.m., prayer meeting. This is the power of the church. You always have a very cordial invitation to attend the church where people from all denominations meet to worship God. There will be a blessing waiting for you when you come. DECATUB CHURCH OF GOD 028 Cleveland St. Huston Bever Jr. Faster 8:30 a.m. "The Christian Broth- . erhood Hour”, Dr. N. Dale Oldham speaker. This is one of America’s leading radio programs. 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship — David said, "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord.” After enjoying the many blessings of the Lord during this Christmas season, surely we should go into His house and give thanks unto Him. Come and worship with us this Sunday. The Pastor's message will be, “The Value of a Fixed Heart." 10:40 a.m. Sunday School — This is a very important hour for everyone of us. We invite you to attend the class which has been prepared for your age group. 6:30 p.m. Youth Fellowship — There will be a film shown in the Fellowship Hall. ’ 7:30 p.m. Our evening services are growing, but we still need you. The pastor’s message will be, “What of the Night." Wednesday 7:00 p.m. — Prayer Service. The public is invited to these servicees. BETHANY EVANGELICAL UNITED BRETHREN CHURCH Benj. G. Thomas, Minister 9:00 a.m. Sunday School. Karl K. Kolter, Superintendent. 10:00 a m. Divine Worship. Miss Eleanor Miller will preside at the organ. There will be baptism and reception of new members into the church. The sermon: “Follow Christ" Mark 1:17 "Follow me and < will make you to become fishers of men.” ; “ After the sermon the Sunday School officers and teachers for the year 1958 will be instated. Hence, there will be no extended session for the children. 6:00 p.m. Tne youth fellowship discussion hour. Thursday The Units No. 1,2 and 4 will meet. Unit No. 3 is postponed for two weeks. This is the end of the quarter and officials are reminded to make out their reports. To be humble when you are praised is a great and rare attainment. — St. Bernard. People who are down in the mouth have the V for victory tamed upside down. Much knowledge and little wisdom is like dynamite in a child’s hand.

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mat I Mercer AnMt M >l* Potato Harold J. Bond. Minister Sunday School Services at 9:15 a.m., Royal Friend, Superintendent. Classes for all ages are taught by consecrated teachers. 10:30 a.m. Morning worship. The Pastor will speak on the subject, “Forgetting the Past.” Organ selections will include the Prelude. "God’s House” by Loucks. Special Music will be -a solo sung by Mrs. Clark Maydin, “I Wonder as I Wander.” The Offertory will be i "The Gentle Shepherd” by Wallace, the Postlude will be "Yuletide March” by Simper. Small children may be left ,in the supervised nursery during worship service. If you are new in Decatur, we welcome you to the faith, fellowship and friendliness of our church. Through the week. Today: 4:30 p.m. The Junior Youth Fellowship will meet. There will be a special program. AU boys and girls 9-12 should plan to be in attendance. Mrs. David Langston is the advisor for December. 5:45 p.m. The Westminster Fellowship will meet. There will be a Movie, “No Other Gods.” Saturday: 7:30 a.m. Men’s breakfast. Followed by Prayer and Bible Study; January 5, 1958. The Winter Communion January 9, 1958. Congregational Meeting. Reports of all Organizations and Board of the Church are to be made writtag. Election of Trustees, Elders, and Deacons for 1958 will be held. MISSIONARY CHURCH Tenth and Dayton Streets Gerald I. Gerig, Pastor 9:00 — Sunday School Hour. Bring the entire family tomorrow. The true test of what you think of the church is not your attendance on Christmas Sunday but the Sunday after Christmas 10:00 — Morning Worship Hour. Junior Church for children ages 4 through 11 and a Nursery Department for children ages 2 and 3. Message by the Pastor. 6:30 — Pre-Service prayer. 7:00 — Youth Meetings. 7:30 — Evening Gospel Hour. The last church service for 1957. Make an effort to attend. Wednesday No women's prayer meeting. 7:30 — Prayer and Praise. Saturday 7:00 — Men's prayer meeting. We invite you to worship with us at the Missionary Church. - r 11 FIRST METHODIST CHURCH West Monroe at Fifth Street Virgil Wesley Sexton, Minister 9:30 a.m. Church School. Mr. Fred Soldner, superintendent, will be in charge. We have classes for all age groups, iT'nursery for prekindergarten children, and a supervised crib room. Bring your children and come to the church school. 10:20 a.m. Divine Worship. Rev. Sexton will have for his sermon topic this Sunday, "Rounding the Ship.” The special musical number will be a solo by Mr. Leland Neueh, "When I Kneel Down to Pray” by Acker. Mrs. Leland Neuen will play the special organ selections. This Sunday is Student Recognition Sunday when we honor our college students who are home for the holidays. The Senior Methodist Youth Fellowship will hold a Pizza Party for college students Sunday evening at 5:30 o'clock. Members of the Fellowship will be charged 50 cents per person. The college will be guests. Bruce Voshell,wiU be in charge of the devotions. Mrs. Jack Baumgardner and Mrs. Virgil SeXton will be in charge of the kitchen Guides of the Way are Mr. and Mrs. Leland Smith. he Intermediate Fellowship will hold their regular meeting in the Recreation Room at -5:30 p.m. Sunday. The Junior Church will hold their Christmas party Sunday afternoon at 1:00 o’clock p.m. at the Church and there will be a 15 cent gift exchange. ’The Wednesday evening Fellow-

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ship will meet in Memorial Chapel on Wednesday night at 7:00 o'clock. They will begin this week a new study of "The Great Religions of the World”. As a basis for the discussion, they will use a series of colored films prepared by Life Magazine. You are invited to attend. The Annual Midwinter Institute of the Fort Wayne District will be held at the First Methodist Church in Bluffton on January 3 and 4. Four youth from our church will attend as official delegates. The Rev. Willard J. Doyle, minister of the Simpsin Methodist Church in Elkhart, will be the Inspirational speaker. As the firefly only shines when man mind — when at rest, it darkon the wing, so it is with the huens. — Landon. GORDON’S Western Auto Store AUTO PARTS—ACCESSORIES HOME APPLIANCES “Lowest Prices in Town” 152 N. 2nd Decatur i DECATUR FARMS CASH BUYERS es POULTRY and EGGS WE DO CUSTOM DRESSING 419 8. 3rd Phone 3-2148 DIERKES Implement Sales Sales A Service FERGUSON and MASSEY HARRIS TRACTORS FARM MACHINERY Hi-R.y 27 Phone 3-3311 Wt I -138 S. 2nd St. PRONE 3-3939 CENTER ICE CREAM 719 Jefftrson St. Phone 3-3015 UHRICK BROS. Complete Lino of FURNITURE CARPETING APPLIANCES W. R. MORRIS LOCAL and LONG DISTANCE MOVING 429 Winchester St. Phone 3-4107 Oorte»aa-Rfft<*ieat SERVICE on all makes and models bums ~~ HARDWARE “Firmerly Lee Hardware Co.” Genera! Line of Hardware Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Paints Maestro Colors Free Parking While Shopping In Our Store 236 W. Monroe Phone 3-2021 ASHBAUCHERS’ TIN SHOP Established 1915 HEATING - AIR CONDITIONING ROOFING - SIDING BPOUTING - AWNINGS INSULATION BUILDING SPECIALTIES —_ A DECATUR LUMBER CO. i “ Home of Homes” Builders’ Supplies and Coal Estimates Free Phone 3-3309. 11l Jefferson St.