Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 61, Number 128, Decatur, Adams County, 31 May 1963 — Page 6

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RIVARRE U. B. CIRCUIT Stanley Neuenschwander, pastor MT. VICTORY Chalmer Brodbeck, S. S. Supt. Sunday School 9:30. Morning Worship 10:30. “HAPPY NAPPY?” Simeon J. Hain REPRESENTATIVE Lincoln National Lifo Insurance Co. • Life • Group jt * Retirement Annuity S • Mortgage • Hospitalization Health & Accident

WHAT: Mt. Pleasant Vacation Bible School At WHERE: Monmouth School. WHEN: June 3 through 14th at 9:00 a. m. to 11:15 a. m. THEME: Christ's Way, My Way. WHO: 3 years through 9th grade Welcome! Songs, Lessons, Crafts, Games, and Refreshments Thß DAMCO thrifty 6B HmR ~ MH HF TOP Quality at Law Cast, far YOU Now, Danuser Machine Works, Tulsa, Oklahoma, offers you a rugged, low-cost rotary mower for even Jthe — toughest field or right-of-way. mowing, cutting and shredding! The Danco Model DSM cuts a wide, 60-inch swath with ease, when hitched to your tractor. duty construction assies low maintenance; efficient* operation end long life. Other features.include an all-* u welded frame, heavy 45 H.P. gearbox as standard, ‘ safety covered driveshaft, puncture-proof adjustable tail wheel, and full-action free swinging spring steel blades. (Trail Model DSW also available for drawbar attach-' ment.) See it TODAY at your nearest DANCO dealer, or write for complete, descriptive information. "sXrT” *299-50 daie rnce — mrw Paul W. Reidenbach Equipment JOHN DEERE SALES and SERVICE 1 mile South of Decatur on U. S. 27 Phone 3-2159 '

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A Gideon Bible Society representative will speak during the morning service. An offering will be taken at the end of the service. Prayer Meeting, Wed. 8:00. MT. ZION Roman Sprunger, S.S. Supt. Sunday School 9:30. Class Meeting 10:30. C. E. 7:00. Evening Service 7:30. The film "Sun and Shadow” of a Jaapanese that left Communism will be shown. Prayer Meeting, Wed. 7:30. Three Graduate At St. Francis College Adams county students receiving degrees during ceremonies at Saint Francis College, Fort Wayne, Saturday will be: Dianne Linn, I Decatur, bachelor of arts; Marian Koontz, Decatur, bachelor of science in education; and Mary Voglewede, Decatur, bachelor of science in education.

Rural Churches ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (Friedheim) A. A. Fenner, pastor Divine Services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday SchoOl and Bible Class at 10:15 a.m. Monday 7:00 p.m. Sunday school staff will meet. Sunday School teachers will meet at 8 p.m. Tuesday Walther Leaguer will meet at school hall, at 8 p.m. Wednesday All Day meeting of Ladies Aid, with sack lunch. Thursday Annual church cleaning day for church, all member are asked to help. WREN CIRCUIT E. U. B. A. N. Straley, pastor BETHEL 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Prayer Service Special Children’s program 9:00 p.m. Evening Worship Sermon: “Pentecost 1963” WOOD CHAPEL 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Sermon: “Pentecost 1963” Annual Election of Officers THURSDAY BETHEL 8:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting WOOD CHAPEL 8:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Youth Fellowship Salem United Church of Christ H. E. Settlage, Minister 9:00 Sunday School. Classes for all age groups. 10:00 Worship Service, with Holy Communion. Tuesday 7:30 Women’s Guild Meeting. Thursday — All day Meeting of the Ladies’ Aid. Saturday 10 to 10:45 Children’s Choir Rehearsal. St. Paul Lutheran Preble Norman H. Kuck, pastor Early service 8:15 a.m. * Sunday school, Bible class 9:15 a.m. ,Late service 10 a.m. ST. JOHN UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST VERA CRUZ Robert R. (Meson, pastor 9:30 a.m. — Sunday School. 10:30 a.m. — Morning Worship Communion Service. 8:30 a.m. — Monday Vacation Bible School begins at Poplar Grove School. ST. LUKE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST HONDURAS Robert R. Oleson, pastor 9:00 a.m. — Morning Worship Communion Service. 10:00 a.m. — Sunday School. 6:30 p.m. — Wednesday, Junior Choir Practice. 7:00 p.m. — Wednesday, Adult Choir Practice.

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Decatur Calvary E. U. B. James Wise, pastor Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Worship service 10:30 a.m. Communion following. International Uniterm Sunday School Lessons Law of the Lord Lesson for June t, 1M Blbl. Material: Nehamlah S; Psalma It; lit. DxtUaul BaaUlafi Psalm 11S:S-MI TF YOU believe in God at aB, A there are only about three ways in which you can think of God’s laws. One is to think that God may have a law for Himself or for angels, but not for us human beings. He depends on us to find the right trails by instinct, He trusts pF us to the extent that He will not dictate us. He ** will not intrnd * upon our freedom, LMfrSJ® This is not the Bi- ■ ■■'i 'ESp ■ ble’s way of looking at it. God knows us too well. Dr. Foreman We are His children, to be sure, and just as parent’s who may not try to "run” . their neighbors’ children may have good rules for their own, so God would be a poor Father if He actually did not care what His human children do.

The handwriting of led But among those who believe that God does require obedience of men, there is a difference of opinion. Some think that right and wrong are like the rules of a game, they can be changed at will. Children often do this. They will play with chess-men but they will move the pieces in ways that the rules forbid. There was a little girl once who was the pest of the neighborhood. She was always asking people to play some game or other with her, but whenever she found herself being beaten she would suddenly change the rules of the game. No one could ever win a game from her, be- ~ cause if everything else failed she would kick over the card table. God is not like that little girl, making rules for no reason to speak of except that He wants to have His own way. The Bible knows of no such crazy, selfish God. Right is not right merely because He commands it; He commands it because it is right. His laws are not arbitrary rules that can be changed any time He pleases. They are the pattern of the universe. A carpenter knows the difference between cutting with the grain and against it. God’s laws are just the grain of the universe, His universe. His laws are expressed in the way He made it. The handwriting of God is to be seen not in some mysterious secret document but in the laws of mathematics, of science, and of human life. They are written in the reason and justice of all good human laws, they are written in the conscience of all men with a spark of goodness in them. Rejoining la the law of fled The poet who wrote the longest Psalm, the longest chapter in the Bible, wrote it about God’s law. That psalm (Psalm 119) has 17S verses and only two or three fail to speak of the law, perhaps using various other words meaning the same thing, such as ordinances, commands, statutes and the like. But this longest psalm not only speaks of the divine law, which for him was summed up in the laws of Moses, it sings of the law. .This is a poem of joy. The laws of God are felt to be, not a fence to shut us out from happiness, not a grim discipline like an obstacle course in a training camp for soldiers, but of an expression of the will of the God who wants only the best for His creatures. Years ago Walter Lippmann put the matter quite simply: Morality —he said—is nothing to crush vitality; morality is what vitality would choose if it knew what it was doing. Put that into Christian terms: Right thought and action ~ is what human beings would choose if we knew what we are doing. God’s laws are not chains, they are wings. The law of God is the will of God. Laws for body and mlod People wonder sometimes why the church is so interested (for example) in the liquor business, why in fact many churches simply make it a rule: No drinking I Christians who stop short of total abstinence speak much of temperance. And this not only in alcohol but in all things. A life of excess,—excess of emotions, of eating or drinking, yes too much work or sleep or play —an unbalanced life, this the Christian church knows to be harmful. The church hangs out warning-signs along here not to destroy innocent pleasures but because, as Christ’s voice and hancfs on this earth, the church is concerned to see that life,—of the body, the mind and the spirit—does not weaken itself by disobeying the laws of life which God Himself has made.

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UNION CHAPEL EVANGELICAL UNITED BRETHREN Kenneth P. Angle, pastor Tom Gaunt, S. S. Supt. Group Devotionals 9:30 a.m. Bible Lesson 9:40 a.m. Lesson Theme — “Light from God’s Law.” Scriptures —Ps. 119:33-40. 105111. Divine Worship 10:30 a.m. Anthem ——“The Shepherd of Love.” By Reitz. Mrs. John Frank, Mrs. Thomas Harrell, Mrs. Thearl Stults and Mrs. Leroy Walters. Sermon — “That Historical Pentecostal Visitation was not suffice for Today.” (We need also, a visitation of Him within our hearts today.) Special Vacation Bible School Program — 7:30 p.m. This is a service that the public is welcome. All the pupils be present at 7:00 P.M. sharp. The procession starts at 7:30 p.m. sharp. Monday Local Conference — 8:00 p.m. This has been moved up because the W. S. W. S. Branch Convention convenes on Tuesday, 4th. All members please be present. This will be the last one prior to the Annual Conference. ■ Tuesday Branch Convention convenes at Oakwood Park. Wednesday Branch Conventiion convenes at Oakwood Park. This is “Drive In Day.” We hope that some will drive down that day. Some of our ladies will be attending all the Convention. Wednesday Good News Club will meet at the church — 7:30 p.m. Sing time, prayer time, and a Bible Study for youth and adults at the church — 7:30 p.m. -- Thursday Branch Convention adjourns at 12:00 noon. All Circles meet at 7:30 p.m. Ladies, be sure and attend these circles. Friday Christian Crusaders Class will meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ferris Fox — 8:00 p.m. Saturday The Senior Y. F. will meet at the home of David Speakman. Time — 7:30 p.m. Bring your date. PLEASANT MILLS METHODIST Joseph Gibson, pastor Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Divine Worship Service at 10:30 a. m. A member of the Gideons will speak and receive an offering on the open Bible at the close of the service. Intermediate M. Y. F. at the Parsonage Friday at 5:30. MONROE METHODIST CHURCH Charles E. Elam, minister 9:30 a.m. — Morning Worship. 10:00 a.m. — Children’s Choirs. 10:30 a.m. — Church School. 11:00 a.m. — Youth Choir. 6:30 p.m. — M. Y. F. There will be no evening services. Wednesday 7:30 p.m. — Mid-week prayer service. 8:15 p.m. — Adult Choir practice. PLEASANT DALE CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Dolar Ritchey, pastor Sunday School 9:00. Oscar Geisel, superintendent.’ Director of Children’s Work Barbara Barger. Morning Worship 10:00. Sermon subject, “THE MISSING LINK.” Evening Services, 7:30. Sermon subject, “TRUE INTEGRITY.” CBYF at Parish hall following Church Sunday evening. A film, "TEENAGER’S CHOICE” will be shown. Prayer meeting and Junior Wednesday evening 7:30.

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TUNNELS OF TROUBLES Rev. James R. Meadows In a mountainous country, we sometimes pass through long dark tunnels. We may be admiring the beautiful scenery. The hills and mountains are covered with green. All nature is dressed in a gorgeous robe, and with admiration we behold the scene as we ride on. But suddenly all things are changed. We enter a long, dark tunnel. We fee] the chilly dampness that pervades the atmosphere around us. We find ourselves shut in from the beautiful sunlight which flooded the world above. However, on looking ahead through the darkness, we see a faint gleam of light in the distance, which grows clearer and brighter as we avance until we once emerge from the darkness of the tunnel into the beautiful morning sunlight. Thus it is in our Christian experience. We are journeying through life, surrounded by the blessings of God. We feel the warmth of His love. We rejoice in His forgiveness, and His peace fills our souls. His presence is with us and the joy of salvation is ours. But suddenly there is a change. We enter dark tunnels of trouble and grief on our journey homeward to the Land of Rest. We do not understand why we are called upon to pass through such trials. Has God forsaken us? Has the Lord forgotten to be gracious? Has He cast us off forever? Why does He permit us to pass through such trying hours? What is the meaning of this experience? Again we look ahead. We see a gleam of light in the distance, beckoning us onward. It is the smiling face of our Father’s love. He has not forgotton His own. He loves His children still, but trials are needed to perfect character. He wants us to learn the lesson of implicit trust in Him and His hand in all things. THIS WEEK’S BIBLE VERSE “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.” — Romans 5:1, 2. SALEM METHODIST Joseph Gibson, pastor Divine Worship Service at 9:30. Sunday School at 10:20. A Gideon will also speak at this service and receive the offering at the close, as the people pass out the door. Prayer Meting and Bible Studay Wednesday night at 8:00. Vacation Bible School will open Monday, June 10th.

Phone 3-3181 * Decatur, Ind. H A M M Oi D FRUIT MKTS., INC. Fresh Fruits & Vegetables -In Season 240 N. 13th St. Phone 3-3703 IM——— Hi-Way Service Station 24 HOUR WRECKER SERVICE Body Shop—Complete Garage Night Phones Decatar 3-2024 or 3-9368 1013 N. 2nd Decatar 3-2928 Frits Ellsworth GERBER ’~S~ .Sheets furniture 150-152 S. 2nd St. Phone 3-2602 Decatur FEDERAL LAND BANK FARM LOANS Thomas E. Williams, Mgr. Rose M. Gase, Field Office Clark 216 8. 2nd St. Phone 3-3784

—kelLV^s — Fabric-Care Center Dry Cleaning — Laundry Fur Storage Coin Operated Laundry A Dry Cleaning 427 N. 9th St. Decatur “FOR THE BEST AT CLAIM TIME” BURKE INSURANCE SERVICE 239 N. 11th St. ' Phone 3-3050 PHOTOGRAPHY by Dave and Edith Cole EVERYTHING FOR YOUR WEDDING. Portraits Today Are Priceless Tomorrow. 1409 W, Monroe St. CaR 3-3841 JENNINGS COUNTRY CHARM RESTAURANT . Home Style Cooking A Sunday Dinners Phone 3-9775 We Cater to Parties. South on U. 8. 27 1 Mlle CLARK W. SMITH BUILDER “A Complete Home Building Service” Tke Hi-Way Trailer Coart. one of Indiana's leading trailer oourte, is located on highway U. S. 27 near the south city limits of Decatur. Ind. A modern laundry, outdoor playground, new Indirect lighting, picnic area, a recreation building and a tennis court are provided for the convenience of the residenta. Phone S-0825 JOHNSON'S STUDIO Candid Weddings Portraits, Commercial, Baby A Confirmation. Roll Film Developing-All Kinds 119 8. 19th St — Decatur Milter’s Grocery Groceries, Fresh Fruit, Vegetables, Meat. Ice Cream 937 N; 2nd St. Phone 3-3307 Fleet-Wing Products BEAVERS OIL SERVICE, IRC. Dependable Farm Service Phone 3-2795 ROTH ELECTRIC Electric Heat A WU'tae Home Komfort Insulation FREE ESTIMATES Phone 6-5191 Monroe, Ind. QUALITY PRODUCTS, Plus Courteous, Prompt Service. DIAL 3-2561 DECATUR READY-MIX CORP. ADAMS COUNTY Farm Bureau Co-op Berne - Williams - Monroe Pleasant Mills - Geneva Everything in Farm Supplies Treon’s Poultry Market Fresh Dressed Poultry Fresh Eggs — Free Delivery Phone 3-3717 SMITH DRUG CO. , 149 N. 2nd St. Phone 3-3614 Your Rexall Drug Store "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord.” Psalms 122:1. REYNOLDS ELECTRIC

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lU6fflhoff ™ n “ tal * HIWAY 27-33 N. DECATUR, IND. • Phone 3-2060 GUARANTEE-BOND Gillig & Doan FUNERAL HOME _ Thomas N. Sefton, Mgr. ammemem«emnsamaasan« STIEFEL GRAIH CO. PURINA CHOWS . SEEDS — FERTILIZER ’ Baby Chix Check-R-Mixing aeawsaaaeaatoamaoaeooi"" HARMAH’S MKT. GROCERIES - MEATS PRODUCE ■ 610 Adams St. Decatur BOWER TEEPLE GENERAL TRUCKING Daily Service Between Fort Wayne and Richmond. Phone 3-2607 ’ STUCKY J FURNITURE CO. r _ «■ MONROE, IND. SMITH PURE MILK CO. Your Local Milk Merchant Grade “A” Dairy Products 134 S. 13th at Adams V. F. Hurst and Son ORNAMENTAL IRON WE FINANCE Phone 3-4489 Mt N. 15th St. Decatur, Ind. . . . . . GAY'S MOBIL SERVICE 13th and Monroe Sts. Phone 3-3609 1315 W. Adams Phone 3-2971 : Tbs First Stale Bask .DECATUR, IND. Established 1883 r Member F. D. I. C. Decatur Equipment Inc. Sales and Service MHiway 27 North i ADAMS COUNTY c TRAILER SALES, Inc. NEW and USED TRAILERS Decatur, Ind. j 803 N. 13th St. Phone 3-3138 LAWSON Heating - Plumbing Appliances Sales and Service Phone 3-3626 1835 W. Monroe St. If No Answer Call 3-4530 PRICE MEH’S WEAR QUALITY CLOTHING for MEN and BOYS ! 101 N. 2nd St. Phone 3-4115