Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 56, Number 199, Decatur, Adams County, 23 August 1958 — Page 2

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Creamed Comments on the Sunday School Lesson, Temperance and Social Justice, Romans 13:1114; 14:1-4, 15:21, for Sunday, August 31. Jn this lesson Paul shows his great concern for the individual* Christian and his personal problems. These Romans lived in a pagan world of easy morality and loose living, so Paul felt compelled to prepare these converts for the speedy return of Christ. Temperance is a Christian obligation and should be a matter of real concern to individuals when they indulge themselves to their own hurt and to the hurt of their fellow men. Vs. 11, 12. "And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than we believed . . . The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us'therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light." Paul believed that the Second coming of Christ would occur JU lifetime. Habits of life are frequently symbolically regarded as garments which can be put off or on. Those habits which cause people to do things at night which could not bear the light of day should be cast off in favor of the armor of light, characterized by righteousness. sincerity and purity of thought and actions. Light or truth is the defensive weapon against the powers of darkness. Vs. 13. 14. “Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and

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drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying . . . But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfill the-lusts thereof.” Not only should evil activities be renounced but, more positively, one should cultivate the Christian graces which come through a close relationship with Christ. To walk honestly means to live as becomes a Christian, avoiding rioting and drunkenness, which are forms of intemperance, chambering and wantonness, forms of impurity, strife and envying which are the opposites of the qualities of love and brotherhood. Vs. 1, 2. "Him that is weak in the faith, receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations . . . For one believeth, that he may eat all things: another, whd is weak, eateth herbs.” Paul thought of faith not as belief in a creed, but as complete trust in Christ for salvation. One was weak when he did not have such trust, and who was scrupulous about unessential observances. Paul admonished against disputes over these unimportant observances. There were some Christians who were strict vegetarians; others would not eat 'foods forbidden by Jewish law. Paul’s appeal is to have harmony and not quarrel over these minor differences in religious observances. Vs. 3. 4 “Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him." The Church has always had members who try to have everyone conform to their own little scruples. God’s judgment alone is important, not man’s judgment of his brother. Vs. 15-17. "But if thy brother be grieved with thy meat, now walkest thou not charitably. Destroy not him with thy meat, for whom Christ died . . . Let not then your good be evil spoken of . . . For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink: but —righteousness*; — and peace, and joy in the 'Holy Ghost." Paul urged those who had no scruples about the eating of certain foods to do nothing which would hurt the feelings of those who had such scruples and possibly lead them to give up Christianity. It is of first importance to be right according to one’s own scruples regardless whal interpretation is put on one’s actions. It is immature to insist that conformity to a specific rule be made a universal principle Christianity deals with basic principles, not with specific rules of conduct: for a strong person to influence a weaker brother to violate his conscience in any matter is in conflict with a basic Christian-prin-ciple. Right relationship wth God should be one’s chief concern Vs. 18. 19. "For he that in these t h in g s- ser vetoChr is 4-4s-aeeeptttbkr to God, and approved of men . . ’Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith One may edify another." Contention is always to he deplored. Peace, and.uiuitual.-ups building are essential for a strong Christian church Righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit are the qualities that make one acceptable to God. Vs. 20. 21. “For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed “fire pure: but it is evil for that man who eateth with offence . . . It is good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor any thing whereby thy brother stumbleth. or is offended, or is made weak." Whether or not a thing is good depends on whether or not it tends to the highest good for one’s self and one's fellow men. —Based on copyrighted outlines produced by the Division of Christian, Education, National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U. S. A., and used by permission.

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I IP / Neuis I An Episcopal summer conference center in southwestern Virginia will be operated on a racial-ly-mixed basis in spite of protests from any white congregations. Cologate University received $600,000 from anonymous donors for a meditation center. The center, to be called Chapel House, will encourage personal religious disciplines through mediation, prayer and the study of devotional literature, religious art and music. A new version of the entire Bible in modern English, prepared by a group of American scholars, is scheduled f<ir release next January, Headed by Dr. Gerrit Verkuyl of Berkeley, Calif., an editorial committee of more than twenty translators has been ten years on the project. The work will be known as the Berkeley version of the Moder Speech Bible, to be issued on January 30, 1959, by Zondervan Publishing House, Grand Rapids. Mich. Nearly 100,000 patients were treated in Jordan last year by the seven clinics, including one mobile unit, supported by the Lutheran World Federation’s Department of World Service. The figures, reported here by the National Lutheran Council, show 55.2 per cent of those treated were children. Os the 99,256 total, 26.1 per cent were Christians and 73.9 per cent were Moslems. A $2,000,000 Fund for the advancement of theological education in Asia, Africa and Latin America has been made available to the International Missionary Council by the Sealanlic Fund, Inc. A like sum ,to be constributed in varying amounts has beenp ledged by eight foreign mission boards in the United States. i | Discussion on i Questions Lessons Discussion Questions on the Sunday school lesson, temperance and social justice, for Sunday, August 31. . What was Paul's attitude toward social customs that might have an immoral effect on certain individuals? 2. What should a Christian’s attitude be toward those who are weak and under great- stress and temptation? 3. What is the relation between alcoholism and social injustice? 4. What modern practices have a tendency to increase intemperance in our society today? 5. How important is a Christian’s influence today in his relationship to non-Christians and to those starting the Christian life? Clericus Says: Discerning what is right calls for a right relationship with God and a deep spiritual understanding. Then only do we crave a loving rgeard for the best interest of others and act accordingly. One should obstain from doing anything that might become a stumbling block to another. To the degree we fail, we cease to be guided by the law of love, which is the heart of the Christian teaching. One should be too busy during the daytime to worry and too sleepy—at night.

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Ls Sunday--1 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH V. Rev. Msgr. Seimeta, Patter Sunday Mattes 6 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a m. 10:30 a m. Weekday Mattes 6 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. ZION Evangelical and Reformed (United Church of Christ) Third and Jackson Streets William C. Feller, pastor Church school, 9 a.m. Wesley Lehman, superintendent. All classes will meet in the lower assembly room. A film, "South of the Clouds” will be shown. Come and bring your family. Divine worship. 16 a.m. Sermon by the pastor: "Honoring God." Special music will be presented by a men's quartet composed of Harold Cox. Leo Kirsch, Kenneth Nash and Earl DeWeese. They will sing "My Prayer.” An invitation is extended to all members and friends of the church to worship in this service. Ruth and Naomi Circle Carry-in dinner Wednesday at 12 noon at the home of Mrs. Rufus Kirchhofer. Come and worship with us. BETHANY Evangelical United Brethren Benj. G. Thomas, minister "O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good. ” Many persons have found it profitable to count their many blessings and see what God has done. It gives life a new perspective. Seek God’s face every morning and come to the Lord s house on the Sabbath day and worship with his people. Sunday school, 9 a.m. William Journay. superintendent Divine worship. 10 a.m. Miss Elenor Miller at the organ; Miss Sharron Sheets and Carl Sheets will sing a duet. Sermon by the pastor: “To live is Christ.” Monday. 7:45 p.m., the committee on evangelism. Wednesday, 7 p.m . the prayer service. 8 p.m. the finance committee. TRINITY Evangelical United Brethren Ninth and Madison Streets J. O. Penrod, minister Church schooLjvill be held at 9 a m.. Clifford' Hoverman, superintendent in charge. Morning worship will be held at 10 a.m. Holy Communion will be observed. A vocal solo "The Lord's Prayer" will be sung by James Habegger. Organ selections to be plaj’ed by the organist, Mrs. Walter Henkel are “Reverie" by Cooke and “The Church's One Foundation" by Wesley. The youth will leave’from the church at 12:30 p.m. Sunday-for a swimming party at Pine Lake. Swimming will be from 1 to 3 p.m The Board of Stewards will meet Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the church. The youth fellowship will meet at 6:30 p.m. Sunday evening. The recreation and leisure commission will lead. Evening worship will be at 7:30 p.m. The boys and girls of the children's department will present the summer Christmas tree program. The Boy Scout Troop No. 65 will meet Monday evening at 6:30 p.m Trinity Visitors club will ipeet Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Mid-week worship will be held Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. The youth fellowship executive council will meet Tuesday. August 28. 7:30 p.m., at the church. Book Review Jesus loved them, by Sam Patrick and Omar Garrison PrenticeHall Inc., is a boor, to be treasured as. the family Bible and family album since it combines a portrayal in pictures of the friends, followers and critics of Jesus so vivid and life-like as to make them seem real, and a dramatic story about each ol (item. Taken altogether. these portraits and stories bring to life great moments in the life of Christ — his meetings with the apostles, his miracles, his betrayal and passion.

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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Mercer Avenue at Five Points Harold J. Bond, pastor 9:30 a.m., unified service. Every member of the Sunday school and church will meet at f|:3o a.m. in the sanctuary for the opening service. During the hymn before sermon all boys and girls through the primary. departments will go to their classes: Other classes will meet following the meditation. A trio consisting of Misses Anne, Margaret, and Mary Kocher will play a flute song, The Theme from Finlandia. In the absence of our own minister, Rev. Wilson Spencer of New Casle, Pennsylvania will deliver the sermon, using “Bridges” as his theme. Small children may be left in the nursery during the United Service. Adult supervision is provided. FIRST METHODIST West Monroe at Fifth Street F. Hazen Sparks, minister 9 a.m., church school. Fred Soldner, superintendent, will be in charge. We have supervised crib room, nursery and kindergarten classes for pre-school children. There are classes provided for all age groups. Bring your children and come to the church school. 10 a.m., divine worship. Our guest minister this morning, Mr. Robert Ochsenrider. will have for his sermon topic: "The Peaceful War." Mrs. Walter J. Krick will sing “The Lord Is My Light” by Speaks and Mrs. Edgar Gerber will play the following numbers: "Prayer for Peace” by Demorest; “Morning Song" by Van Denman Thompson and "Postlude Triumphal” by Sergisson. Wednesday, 7 o’clock, the fellowship hour for meditation and prayer. Also on Wednesday St 7 o’clock, the regular choir rehearsal. All members are urged to attend to assist in the preparation of the music for the fall and winter seasons. ASSEMBLY OF GOD George Yarian, pastor 1210 Elm Street Sunday school. 9:45 a.m. Sunday school is the strengthening arm of the church, and it will help strengthen your faith in the Word of God when you come. There is a class just for you, and we would be delighted if you would come for the class. Morning worship, 10:30 a.m. Sermon by pastor: "This Old House.” Evening service. 7:45 p.m. Sermon by the .pastor: "How Much Do You Own?" Wednesday. 7:45 p.m.. Bible study on the book of the Revelation. Saturday, 7-8 p.m., the hour of prayer. You always have a very special invitation tn attend the church where people from all denominations can meet to w'orship God. You will be inspired because you made an effort to come. MISSIONARY Tenth and Dayton Streets Gerald I. Gerig. pastor 9 a.m.. Sunday school hour. If you have been on vacation from church for 3 months, it is time to start back. 10 a.m.. morning worship hour. Pastor speaks on this subject: "What We Believe Concerning Separation.” Junior church and a nursery department for children ages 2 through 11. 6:30 p.m.. pre-service prayer. 7 p.m., youth meetings. 7:30 p.m., evening gospel hour. Pastor speakipg Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., prayer and praise. Friday. 6:30 p.m.. Friendship circle picnic at the park. Saturday. 7 p.m., men’s prayer meeting. Special revival services will be held in our church September I through 21. Our evangelist will be Rev. Billy Springfield. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 7th and Marshal Streets C. E. Lykins, pastor Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., class es for 'all ages. Worship service at 10:30 a.m Sermon by the pastor. Young peoples' meeting will be on a weeknight instead of Sunday evening this week. Evangelistic service. 7:30 p.m. with the pastor speaking. Prayer meeting at 7:30 p.m.. Wednesday. Special time of prayer at 7 p.m.. Saturday. A welcome to all.

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ZION LUTHERAN West Monroe and Eleventh Streets Edgar P. Schmidt, pastor The Church With Carillonic Bells 8 a.m.. early worship. 9:15 a.m., Sunday school. 10:30 a m , late worship. The Rev Wilfred J. Schnedler, chaplain of the Fort Wayne Lutheran Hospital, will conduct the services Sunday while the pastor is on vacation. If the services of a minister are needed during the week, members are asked to phone one of the elders, Gerhard Schultz or Edward Wolfe. The pastor will return to his ofSunday school teachers will meet fice Thursday morning. Thursday evening at 7:30 o'clock. Holy Communion will be celebrated at the eight o’clock service next Sunday morning. August 31. Announcements for the celebration will be received by the pastor at' devotions conducted in the church Friday, August 29. on the hours of 2. 4, 5. 7, and 8 o'clock. Thursday, Zion Lutheran Sunday school teachers’ staff, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Zion Lutheran Communion devotions in church on the hours of 2, 4. 5,7, and 8 o’clock. CHURCH OF GOD 628 Cleveland Street Huston Bever. Jr., pastor 8:30 a.m., “The Christian Brotherhood Hour.’’ over WKJG. This program is heard around the world with two-hundred stations ’participating. - __ - .... 9:30 a.m.. morning worship. Lite can only know the highest, as it knows the will of God. That is the purpose of our morning worship service. We hope that the messages brought in song, by the congregation, the choir, and the quartet will both inspire and challenge vou. Our pastor will bring another vital message entitled, "Living With Caution.” We invite every member of your family to attend this service.-• = 10:40 a.m., Sunday school. Come prepared to enter into* the discussion, with both questions and answers. In this Way you can help and also be helped. 7:30 p.m., evening service. We have appreciated the visitors we have had from time to time, and we want to continue to extend a warm welcome to all. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., prayer service. We are studying Eph. 6. THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 221 South Fourth Street Stuart H. Brightwell, Pastor 9:15 a. m. Sunday School Hour. Don Sliger, Supt. We have a graded school with a class for every age. 10:30 a. m. Morning Worship service. “The Great Imperatives is the sermon by the pastor. Special music will be a vocal solo by Jeroid Lobsiger. Mrs. Eugene Lehman is church organist. 7:30 p. m. Evening Gospel Hour. The evening message will be given by the pastor. Miss Jane Bedwell will play the organ. — Church Activities — Tuesday, 7:30 p. m., Salamonie Baptist Youth Rally. Wednesday, 7:00 p. m.. Midweek Hour of Prayer and Bible study. The services of our church are open to the public. If you are not attending another church, you are invited to visit us. To buy immunity from suffering by crushing love is to forfeit life’s greatest good. Shut your mouth, open your eyes, and you’re sure to learn something to make you wise. Self-control is more often called for than self-expression. — ■ William Comfort. No man is free who cannot command himself — Pythagoras.

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r Religion, and partlbularly public worship, can do much not only to prevent but to cure the disease of modern life. In worship we gain a sense of direction of life, a new attitude toward life, and, by being free for a while from the pressures of living, our minds and hearts are open to the inspiration of beautiful music, helpful messages and moments of meditation which direct our thoughts upward. When we become composed, with an inner serenity, forces within

THE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Jefferson at Second Street William L. Burner, Minister Vacation days are rapidly drawing to a close; school bells will be ringing; people will be back at thein regular posts; work and life will be normal again, and the Church bells will have a new meaning as they call us back to God and to Worship.' First Christian Church will be ready to serve you then as it is seeking to serve you now. The program for tomorrow includes: 9:30 a. m. Worship with the Lord’s Supper. The sermon theme will be “Dedicated Talents.” The quartet will sing, with Mrs. Bauman at the organ. Glenda Scheiderer. Marcia Jessup and Linda McClain will give reports of their week in Barbee Camp. This is one of three conference grounds maintained by the Christian Church in Indiana. Each carries a full year round program of religious training and conferences for church leaders. 10:30 a. m. The Church School follows the Worship with Mr. E Faulkner, Jr. Supt. The Uniform lessons are followed in the adult department and with classes for all ages. 5:00 p. m. The Willing Workers class (Young married couples) will hold their annual outing in the Berne Park. Their children and friends will share this happy occasion and the picnic dinner which comes at 6:,00 p. m. Bring well filled baskets. —■ Wednesday, 7:30 p. m. The August meeting of the Christian Women’s Fellowship will be held in the church with Mrs. Wm. Kohls leader; Mrs. Edward Anderson in charge of the worship and the business will be conducted by the president, Mrs. Paul Daniels. The Christian Church opens wide its doors in the name of Christ and invites you to share in its worship arid ministrations. ■r'im-'Tir-iii __ Standing Alone -- — -- There are some circumstances in life when it is both necessary and wise to stand alone. Noah built the ark and sailed alone. His neighbors laughed at his pecular ways and they perished. Abraham wandered and worshipped alone. The Sodomites smiled at him, followed the crowd, and were victims of the flames. Daniel dined and prayed alone. Elijah sacrificed and witnessed alone. Jeremiah prophesied and wept alone. Jesus loved and died alone. It is human to stand with the crowd: it is divine to stand alone. It is human to drift with the tide; it is God-like to follow a principle, and stem the tide. It is human to compromise conscience and follow the current social and religious activities for the sake of gain or pleasure; it is divine to sacrifice both on the ahar of truth and duty. The better things of life cannot be experienced without personal riscipline. It is bad to have an empty purse, but an empty head is worse.

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ourselves are released so that we may meet the problems that confront us more effectively. True worship had a healing effect upon our minds and souls, enabling us to have a closer relationship with God and with dur fellowmen. The church provides a place of worship to heal anxious minds, heavy hearts and jaded spirits. Why not accept the invitation and come to church next Sunday? —

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