Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 108, Number 18, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 26 September 1984 — Page 5

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Banquet for Seniors

Pastor's meditation Please read Matthew 15:29-39. This miracle of the feeding of the four thousand is one similar to, but separate from, the earlier miracle of feeding the five thousand. Together they stand as two of the most dearly-loved of Christ’s miracles. Perhaps those who grew up in the church can recall the unique way a Sunday School teacher related the story of this miracle to you in your childhood. But this is more than just a story about loaves and fishes. It has some truths and lessons for us to consider and apply to our lives. This, after all, is what the Bible is about. D. L. Moody said it best when he said, “The Scriptures were not given to increase our knowledge, but to change our lives.” The first lesson has to do with compassion. In verse 32, Jesus expresses what He is feeling toward the crowd: “I have compassion on the multitude,...” Someone has well said that every time Jesus saw a multitude, He had compassion on them. He saw the multitudes, not as intruders, but as opportunities to demonstrate God’s love. Here are people who are hungry and helpless. Jesus “suffers with” (compassion) them and is moved to action. The world could use some compassion these days. We who claim to follow Christ are the ones best equipped to demonstrate it. And, yes, we are also the ones most responsible to do it: “But whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother in need, anl shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?” (I John3:l7>. A second truth in this story has to do with our resources. In verse 33, the disciples recognize the inadequacy of their resources. “Where could we get enough bread in the wilderness to fill such a great multitude?” They discover that all the food that is available are seven loaves and a few fish. Not enough food, not enough money, and, at this point, not enough faith! I believe that they really wanted to help, but what could they do with so little? Have you ever felt that way? Have you ever been faced with even your own personal needs, and been so overwhelmed with the realization that your resources for coping are totally inadequate? It is a terrible feeling, but it may lead to something positive if it leads us to the One who is able to feed the four thousand. This brings me to a third truth in this story, which has to do with Christ's power. In verses 35-37, we see Christ taking charge. When the disciples have admitted their own inadequacy, He begins to act. Isn’t it encouraging to know that Christ does not leave us in our helplessness and inadequacy? He is there, ready to. display His miracle-working power in our lives. This miracle-working power is available to us today. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. We can do everything through Jesus Christ who gives us strength. Trust Him in your inadequacies, trust Him for your needs, and trust Him to work a miracle for you! Gilbert Gomez Pastor Union Grove Brethren In Christ

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The Senior Citizens of the First Mennonite Church, Nappanee, gathered for a special banquet Tuesday, September 18. The meal preparations were under the direction of Rosemary La Rue, with the help of several volunteers. Following the meal, a program featuring gospel and blue grass music was presented by Sheryl Brenneman, Stephanie Brenneman and Dave Bohn, Elkhart. Approximately 30 persons were in attendance. The church is located at 000 W. Market St., and those persons interested in a smaller, warm and friendly congregation are invited to stop by to visit. Worship services begin at 10:30a.m. (AN photo)

Guest speaker Sunday at Missionary Church

Dr. Thomas Murphy, pastor of Your Worship Hour and the Gospel Center Missionary Church in South Bend, will be speaking Sunday, September 30, at 10:30a.m., at the Nappanee Missionary Church. The church is located two miles north of Nappanee, on SRI9. Thomas Murphy was born in Muncie, and graduated from Taylor University in Upland, with an AM Degree, in 1953. He attended Asbury Theological Seminary from 1953 through 1955. He has done graduate work at Indiana University, South Bend campus, with a major in psychology and a minor in sociology. He has completed a dissertation on evangelism in the local church, and was awarded a Doctor of Ministries Degree from McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago, in June of 1981. He was appointed pastor in the North Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church, where he served various charges from 1957-1970, at which time he became Pastor of the Gospel Center MisProject to benefit handicapped Mennonite Disabilities Committee is an inter-Mennonite work serving area churches in their needs with persons with handicaps or disabilities. M.D.C. began in 1976, and continues to be a primary source for counsel, information and assistance to those experiencing a variety of disabilities. One component of Mennonite Disabilities Committee is Project Promise. Project Promise provides opportunities for social, recreational and spiritual life for persons with handicaps. Another area of M.D.C. is Respite or Residential care. M.D.C. operates a Respite care facility east of Goshen. The Project Promise Committee of M.D.C. is selling High's barbecued chicken, Thursday, October 4, at the First Mennonite Church, 900 W. Market St., Nappanee, from 3-6p.m. It will be carryout only, with halves selling for $2.50 each.

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THOMAS MURPHY Guest Speaker throughout the Missionary Church, both denominational and district levels, as well as serving as the chairman of the board of trustees of Bethel College, Mishawaka. As of February 1, 1983, he has been pastor-director of Your Worship Hour International Broadcast. He has lectured and preached at various colleges, camps, revivals, conferences and camp meetings across the world, and has traveled through many mission stations. He has toured 30 countries, including, more recently, Mainland China. He is a regular contributor to “Emphasis” magazine. He is married and has four children.

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Awana program begins Oct. 19

The First Brethren Church, corner of Locke and Walnut Streets, NapHarvest meeting at Turkey Creek Sunday, September 30 has been set as time for Harvest Meeting at the Turkey Creek Church of the Brethren. Moses and Ada Beachy, Goshen, will speak and show pictures at lp.m. They have spent three months in Nicaragua, taking charge of “Witness in Peace”. The church is located four miles east of Nappanee on US6, and onefourth mile south, on CRI3 The public is invited to attend. Film shown Sunday at County Line “The Living Word”, a new film produced by World Wide Pictures, will be presented at the County Line Assembly of God, MarshallKosciusko Co. Line Rd, on Sunday, September 30, at 6p.m. The showing is free, and open to the public. Featuring narration by Billy Graham and Cliff Barrows, the film weaves together scripture passages, great works of religious art, music, and some of the most stunning color footage ever filmed in the Holy Land. The film touches the heart and mind of the viewer with its relevance to 20th century mankind. Rich in visual beauty, and enhanced by a powerful, original musical score, “The Living Word” brings the pages of the Bible to life in a fresh new way. The Rev. Ralph Holdeman, pastor of the County Line Assembly of God, extends an invitation to all to see this film.

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AWANA REGISTRATION Sponsored by First Brethren Church Corner Locke and Walnut Nappanee Telephone 773-4252 Wednesday, 6:30-8:30p.m. Child’s Name: Age: Grade: Telephone: Address: Church Home (If any): Pastor Ron App Telephone 773-4252 (Ba.m.-4p.m.)

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grade boys. Awana will be held Wednesday nights from 6:30-6:30, at the church, beginning October 17. You may enroll your child in Awana by calling Ron App at the church office, 773-4252, between the hours of Ba.m.-4».m. f or All out the form below and mail to: First Brethren Church, Locke and Walnut, Nappanee, IN. 46650.

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