Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 62, Number 303, Decatur, Adams County, 24 December 1964 — Page 2

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March of Dimes Volunteers Help Parents of Birth Defects Children

Picture a child crippled I by a severe birth defect. A tragedy? Unmistakably, I But how aevere are the effects on the parents of this child? What is the extent of their shock and suffering? Dr. Hans ZellWeger, a wellknown professor of pediatrics and genetics at the State Univesity of lowa College of Medicine and medical director of the March of Dimes-sup-ported Birth Defects Center there, reports that in his experience 80 per cent of the parents of defective babies harbor unwarranted feelings of guilt. He believes that they, like their afflicted child, need help. For that reason he ir about to organize group therapy "classes" in which troubled parents can talk among themselves and with medical experts to discuss the problems created by this family tragedy. Dr. Zellweger points out that more than a quarter of a mil-, lion babies are born every year in the Uriited States with birth defects— among them blindness, deafness, missing extremities, imperfect spines and nervous systems, and many other crippling disorders. Feelings of guilt and humiliation in the parents of these children are commonplace and have been for centuries. He explains that unfortunately this sense of shame persists even in the "enlightened” BOth century, although the individual pediatrician today does all he or she efin to combat it. Help Is Expanding Help for those grief- and guilt-stricken parents is being provided by March of Dimes chapters on a growing scale in several sections of the country. "Actually, most of these parents aren’t in need of medical treatment, but they are in need of some psychiatric help and the opportunity to talk over their problems with others similarly afflicted,” according to Dr. Virginia Apgar, director of the division of congenital malformations of The National Foundation-March of Dimes.

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1 Q. —< I *m 86 years old and a construction worttwr. 1 earn over 17,000 a year. Someone told me that I could still get, some social security benefits if I did not work in some of the winter months. Is • this true? A.— Yes, regardless of how much you earn you can receive your monthly benefit for months in which you earn no more than SIOO in wages and do not actively engage in self employment 2 CJ. —1 will be 72 years oio in December and I’ve been receiving some monthly benefits each year. In the past, I have always had to make an estimate of my earnings at the end of the year if 1 made over $1,300. This year I will earn about $1,400, but since I will be 72 this year, do 1 still have to report my earnings? A.— Yes, you are required to report your earnings after the close of the year, even though you are 72 years old, in order . that the social security administration can determine if you are eligible for any benefits for the months before you were 72. 3 Q — When I applied for monthly benefits' earlier this

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MARCH Ol* DIMIS votonteers aid in easing (he psychological and other problems confronting parents of children with birth defects. Above, at Mankato, Minn., parents and members of March of Dimes chapter listen to lecture on birth defects by Dr. Warren Warwick, pediatrician, of University of Minnesota Medical School.

“Also, they are in need of a healthy dose of truth about birth defects,” she adds, "That truth is that so far as medical science knows, by far the majority of parents of a defective baby have no reason to reproach themselves, or to point the finger of suspicion at the other partner in marriage.” March of Dimes chapters in five Minnesota counties now hold meetings of parents each month to discuss means of riddine themselves of their unjustified feelings of self-re-proach. Usually they are also addressed by a pediatrician and are informed about the progress of March of Dimes research grants in birth defects at leading universityaffiliated medical centers and .laboratories across the nation. At Houston, Tex., the Harris County Chapter has established a Spina Bifida Educational Association which meets monthly in a seminar room at Texas Children's Hospital. Fifteen to 20 sets of parents attend the

year, I estimated my total earnings tor 1964 to be $2,150. I just got a raiso in salary and 1 wonder if I should change my estimate? A.— Any time you feel thut your estimated earnings for .this 'year will change, you should 'report it to the social security administration and give them your new estimate. 4 Q If my estimated earnings for this year are $2,500, and I am laid off work before I earn that amount, what should I do? A Ketxirt to the social security administration that you are ix> longer working and give them your new estimate of earnings. 5 Q I estimated my earnings tor this year to be $1,600. if 1 get a S2OO bonus at the end of this year, whaf effect will it have on my pavmentu? —— —■*— A.— The bonus you receive will cause an overpayment of benefits unless you report it promptly. It's important that you report getting this bonus and revise your estimate as soon as possible to avoid any large overpayment. 5 Q. —■ I did not expect to earn over $1,200 th'i* year. But a good

evening lecture, exchange "tiaumatic” experiences, and discuss such practical problems as getting their handicapped small children into the elementary school!. Volunteers Well-Informed Up to 75 parents attend the monthly gatherings of the Child Development Center Parents Group, at Children’s Hospital, San Francisco. Half of the necessary financial support comCs from the funds of the March of Dimes-financed Birth Defects Center at the hospital. All the sponsoring chapters find enthusiastic and well-in-formed volunteers at these meetings on whom to call for help during the March of Dimes campaign each Jenuary when funds arc raised nationOther March of Dimes chapters around the country are planning similar projects to "banish needless feelings of guilt among parents of children'with defects.

job has been offered to me which would make my earnings over $1,200. Do I have to turn the job down since 1 rejxirted that 1 would not earn over $1,200? A.— Whether you take the job Or not is entirely up to you. You can always report a new estimate to the social security ud mini station if you' expect your earnirijja’ to change. 7 Q. — I estimated my earnings for 1964 to be S6OO. I expect to do some part time work now and earn about S4OO more. Should 1 let social security know of my plants? A— You should notify social security only if you expect your earnings to be over $1,200 for this year. Robert Heller Ends Term Os Commission Robert H Heller, - nsurance agent, and fafmer speaker of the Indiana house'of representatives, was succeeded by Donald R. Aley of Fort Wayne, on the Anthony Wayne Parkway Commission. Gov. Matthew E. Welsh announced Wednesday. Heller was appointed earlier this to the state insurance board. The parkway commission has not been active for several years as no appropriation has been made by the state legislature.

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■ Mm i rwsj IkJi MM Wise Maa's Gift] Lesson for December 27,19 M Back«r«n*S S«rlvt«r»i Matthew 8. IMteUeaai BeaSlaei iMiah *0:1-*. T IKE GOLDEN GLEAMS of " light in a dark house of mystery, the wise men of Matthew’s story come and go. They came from the east, they brought their gifts, they went home another way. How many there were,

what were their names and where their homes, no one knows. What was the star that led them? Did they know who the “King of the Jews” really was? Did they forget all the adventure, as the

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years grew cold? The church has never known exactly what to make of this story. Some count it a legend that has found its way into the original story. Some supply details not In the Bible. , They did not know who ho was 1 The wise men celled the Child they were seeking "King of the Jews.” Followers of this Child would find higher names for him in time. They would call him Savior, Son of God, even God only-begotten. It is very doubt- ; ful whether these visitors could have passed a good examination in "Christology.” But they brought their gifts all the same. If they had known who he was, ; they might have come or sent messengers, from time to time during the years. They might have waited till the Child was grown, and sent "some one to learn what wisdom would come from his mind. When the story of his life had been written, they ; might have asked for a copy. No,; all they saw was a Child born to be a king. That he would be king of the world and not of the 1 Jews only, that his throne would be not in Jerusalem’s doomed walls but in the hearts of men, i they did not know and could not know. They did not wait till they knew all about him before they made their gifts. They knelt to him as the highest they knew. They paid him tribute they paid no other. So it may be with us today. Do you know who Jesus is? The wisest man can never quite put into words the full meaning of Christ. But do you know his superior? Some superChrist? There is none on the road, none promised to mankind. It will be time to apeak of a greater if God sends one. Meanwhile what Christ requires is loy« alty, not explanation. Following brings understanding. They, brought what they had The gifts are interesting. Gold we can understand; that would befit a king. But myrrh and frankincense? These were spices such as one could buy in any bazaar. For some reason it has always been supposed that these wise men were rich, even kings. Alas, wise men are not always rich in this world’s goods. It da just as likely that they had spent all they had simply on the journey. and ooald spare only the little they had left for gifts. There was nothing to go with the gold; no pearls, no silver, no jewels. These were humble gifts, myrrh and frankincense; but if that was all they had, they gave Jt and gladly. So it may be with us. We read stories of great and gifted men, and we think how much we could do for the kingdom of God if we were only men like Saint Paul, Saint Augustine, Martin Luther William Carey. We doubt whether we could really endure to the end as martyrs if we fell into the hands of communist secret police. So because we cannot offer Christ great heroism, or outstanding genius, or immense wealth, we offer nothing at all. They did not ask Io be repaid The gifts of the wise men were gifts, not loans. Not bribes. These men sent no statement of accounts payable. They did not think the Child, even a royal child, owed them some generosity in return. They were never repaid, never reimbursed for the expense of the long journey. A gift from them was a true gift, it was not something on account. Once more a thought for these days when it is still Christmas; how many of our gifts we made, how many of the generous thoughts wo had, how much of what we may have done for Christ in his church, was really given? rtva£re circuit " United Brethren in Christ John O. Goodwin, pastor MT. VICTORY CHURCH 9:3o—Sunday School. ! .... 10:30 — Morning Worship 7:30 — Wednesday — Prayer Meeting.

St. Jahn United Church o< Chrtot Vera Cres Robert R. Mun, pester 8:30 a.m. Sunday school 10:30 a.m. Christmas Communion Service THURSDAY 8:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship New Year Watch Party FRIDAY January 1 , 9:30 a m. Annual Congregational meeting St. Lake United Charek of Christ Honduras Robert R. Oleson, pastor 8:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School THURSDAY December 31: 3:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship New Year’s Eve Watch Party FRIDAY January 1: 1:30 p.m. Annual Congregational Meeting Pleasant Dele Church of the Brethren. Deter Ritchey, pastor Sunday School 8:30. Loren Liechty, Superintendent. Director of Children’s Work, Valera Llby Morning Worship 10:30. Sermon subject, “Our Church, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.” We will also have a mortgage burning service. This is also the celebration of the 75 anniversary of the church. Evening services 7:30 Sermon subject, “The New And the Old.” Bible study and Prayer meeting Wednesday evening 7:30. New Years Eve. and Watch party Thursday evening at the home of Edwin Bryan for the C. B. Y. F. St. Paul Luthrean Church . Preble Norman Kuch, Pastor SUNDAY B'and 10 a m. worship service 9:15 a.m. Sunday school and Bible class New Years Eve 7:30 p.m. Vesper service New Years Day 10 a.m. worship service. Installation of church officers. MT. ZION CHURCH “9:00 — Sunday School. 10:00 — Class Meeting. 7:00 — Christian Endeavor. 7:30’ — Evening Worship. 7:30 — Wednesday. — Prayer Meeting. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. — Youth Retreat at the Decatur U. B. Church, Nuttman Ave. 7:30 — Thursday — Watchnight services for North zone of conference. This wil Ibegin at the Decatur U. B. Church. 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 2:00 p.m. Sr. MYF Council meeting 6:45 p.m. Jr. Hi MYF WEDNESDAY 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir rehereal THURSDAY 9:00-12:00 p.m. Wa.tch Night Service. Fellowship, refreshments, and Holy Communion. SATURDAY 6:00 p.m. Pairs & Spares S. S. Class Holiday Party, potluck sup-per-and Hockey game. All college students are invited. UNION CHAPEL EVANGELICAL UNITED BRETHREN “The Chapel at the Crossroads” Kenneth P. Angle, Pastor Leroy Walters, S. S. Supt. Devotions for all age levels 9:30 a. m. Bible study, 9:45 a. m. Lesson theme, ‘Wise Men Come to Jesus.’ Scriptures: Matthew 2:1-12. Text, Isaiah 60:1,3. Organ prelude, "He Is the King of Love.” Ackley. Mrs. Earl Chase at the organ. Offertory music. “An Evening Prayer,” Battersby. A Chat with the Kiddies—Pastor Angle. Duet, Mrs. Paul Brown and Mrs. Lee Wolfe. “Precious Memories,” by Wright. Anthem. “Ring the Bells of Meaven,” Cushing. Sermon: “Draw Nigh to God,” Pastor. Installation service. All officers will present their persons at the altar. Evening .Worship 7:30 p. ni. Pastor’s sermon subject, “Remembering.” Bring the family and spend one hour with us CALENDAR Monday 7:00 to 10:00 p. m. AH church Skate at the “Happy Hours Rink.” Bring the family They will cnjby this good clean fun. Wednesday No Midweek service this week. It will be on Thursday evening. Thursday 9.00 to 12:00 M. New Year’s services. There will be films, games, visiting and refreshments during the first two periods. We will share in Holy Communion at the last period. 11 to 12 M. Come for all the periods, dr for part of them. Friday New Year’s Day. “Nineteen Sixty Five. Let’s Be More Alive! ’ A very happy New Year to all! (for failures this past year can serve as stepping stones to greater service to our God and others.

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Message to Oar Friends by Rev. J. R. Meadows As I have been a patient at the Adams county memorial hospital since Nov. 16, when x-rays showed 1 was the victim of that incurable disease, cancer, and was in my last sickness, I have been unable to prepare the articles tor this page, but depended on my friends to keep this page going. I do want to thank each one of you for your kindness to both my wife and myself, and for the prayers that are being offered that the Lord will continue to use us for His glory from my hospital bed while he permits me to remain this side of eternity. ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH (Friedheim) A. A. Fenner, Pastor Divine services at 9 & 10:15 a.m. Communion service at 10:15 a.m. Sunday School and Bible class, 10:15a. m. Monday 8:00 p. m. Sunday school teachers will meet. 9:00 p. m. Bible class teachers meet. Wednesday Choirs will rehearse at 7:30 p.m. Thursday Special New Year’s Eve services at 7 and 8 o’clock, everyone welcome to attend. Friday Divine service for New Year’s day, with the installation' of church officers. PLEASANT MILLS & SALEM METHODIST CHURCH Joseph Gibson, Pastor PLEASANT MILLS Sunday School at 9:30 a. m. Divine Worship at 10:30. The Holy Comrpunion will be observed. M.Y.F. evening meeting at 6:00. Bible study and Prayer meeting New Year’s Eve, Thurs., 8 p. m. SALEM Divine Worship at 9:30 a. m. with the Holy Communion service. Sunday School at 10:20. Prayer meeting with Ukele choir prrfbtice Wed. at 7:30. Beginning January 3, Divine Worship will be at 9:30 at Pleasant Mills, and 10:30 at Salem. •

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I want to say that Adams county can be proud of this splendid hospital in their midst being urgler the management of an able Christian, Thurman I. Drew, and his able staff of doctors and nurses, who do all in their power to make your stay here as comfortable as possible. I have never before been in a hospital where so much kindness is shown to the patients, and the Lord has given me a great opportunity to witness for Him. Wife and I feel the effects of the prayers that are being offered up to God in this hour of need by the different pastors of this area, and God’s people from near and far that He will get glory out of an illness. We did not realize we had so many friends, and we do pray and trust we will meet you all in that “Land Where We Never Grow Old.” We wish you all a most Merry Christmas and a Happy arid Fruitful New Year in God’s work, and that you will keep up this Christmas spirit during your journey through life. James Robert Meadows & Wife Room No. 340 Adams County Memorial Hosp.

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