The Mail-Journal, Volume 17, Number 22, Milford, Kosciusko County, 18 June 1980 — Page 9
North Webster News
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Church of God 100 years old
North Webster Church of God is observing the first 100 years since the founding of The Cbtirch of God by celebrating, Day” on June 22. The Gospel Trumpet, a periodical publication,; was founded January 1881 at Home City. The editor-publisher.'was Daniel Sidney Warner. , He was disillusioned with organized religion of the day and what he considered a lack of deep Christian committment by most churchgoers. The Gospel Trumpet grew rapidly and was moved to Indianapolis within months of its founding. In 1882 it was moved to Cardington, Ohio, and on to Bucyrus, Ohio in 1883. This move required three t£ams of horses. In 1884 the publication was relocated at Williamston, Mich., and in May of 1885 was reported to have 1,000 paying subscribers. In 1886 the publiction of song books and tracts was started. The year 1886 alsq saw another move. This time th Grand Junction, Mich. In the summer of 1898 a move to Moundsville, West Va. required p' special train consisting of two passenger coaches, baggage car and nine large cars for machinery.
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Again the publication out grew its facilities and in 1906 everything was moved to Anderson where it has been for the past 74 years. The last move required 26 large railroad cars. In the early days of Gospel Trumpet many women were involved as writers and editors as well as in most other phases of the publishing work. The Gospel Trumpet is now called “Vital Christianity” and produces a wide scope of written religious material. In the mid-1940’s Dr. W. Dale Oldham and Richard Lee Meichke, both capable broadcasters, founded the “Christian Brotherhood Hour.” Programming was started during the first week of January in 1947 with a grand total of 19 stations. Early programming was done in the nursery at Park Place Church, Anderson, where recording sessions sometimes lasted until 3 am. The Gaither Trio has been one of the popular groups to appear on the Christian Brotherhood Hour and much of the music used in programming is created by Bill and Gloria Gaither. As the radio ministry grew
Rev. Fidel Zamorano was persuaded to join the team and broadcasts in Spanish were begun. Evangelism has been of top importance since the inception of the Gospel Trumpet and hence the Church of,God reformation movement, There are Church of God missions throughout the world with great interest in Central America and the Carribbean. In 18d7 India became the first non-Christian country in which a Church of God mission was established. Campmeetings have been a tradition since the beginning of the Church of God movement and have always featured the most gifted speakers and musicians. It is estimated that 30,000 persons attended the Anderson Campmeeting in 1979 and more are expected in 1980. The growth of the Church of God has expanded to include not only publications, radio programs and international missions, but also institutions of higher learning. Anderson College and Theological Seminary started in 1917 with 65 students. At that time it was called Anderson Bible Training School, It was accredited by the Indiana Department of Public Instruction in 1937. In 1946 Anderson College was admitted to the North Central Association, Gulf-Coast Bible College, Houston, Texas, was founded in 1953 and Azuza Pacific College, of Southern California in 1968. Bay Ridge Christian College, Kendleton, Texas, was founded in 1961 and offers training of ministers and leaders of predominantly black congregations. Warner Pacific College, Portland, Ore., was founded in 1959 and Warner Southern College at Lake Wales, Fla., came into being in 1968. It is expected that the Church of God International Youth Convention to be held in August at Indianapolis will be the largest in church history. Activities planned for “Heritage Day” at North Webster Church of God are: 9 am., first service and film, “Heaven To Earth;” 10 am., Reformation Singers; 11 am., second service and repeat of film; 12:15 p.m., carry-in dinner; 1:30 p.m., historical tour and 7 p.m., evening worship and film, “We Reach Our Hands In Friendship. Rhoda Mock hostess for WCTU meeting Rhoda Mock was hostess for the recent meeting of Anna Bowers Chapter of Women’s Christian Temperance Union. Devotions entitled, “Channels Os Sharing” were given by Mary Wilcoxson. She read from the sixth chapter of Hebrews, verses one through 10. There was group singing of, “All Hail The Power of Jesus Name.” The treasurer’s report was read by Betty Barrett. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Eva Lock. Thoughts and ideas were presented on how to share Christian ways with others. The closing prayer was led by Mrs. Wilcoxson. Virginia Bockman win be hostess for the next meeting.
By MARY LEE WILLMAN
Work week of Barbee A work week is planned at Barbee Community Church. Plans were made during the June 12 meeting of Barbee Ladies Christian Service. The work week is scheduled from June 16 through June 21. Group singing was enjoyed. The lesson study of the book of Ephesians was finished. Next month the book of First John will be studied. A carry-in dinner was served at noon with families of the ladies as invited guests. Meetings will continue to be held on the second Thursday of each month throughout the summer. Women's picnic held, new officers North Webster Church of the Brethren annual women’s picnic was held June 10 at the home of Viola Richcreek. Eva Lock, president, called the meeting to order and led the group in prayer. The treasurer’s report and minutes of the last meeting were given by Sandy Adams. Officers for 1960-81 were elected. They are: Mrs. Lock — president Annette Mock — vice president Mrs. Adams — secretarytreasurer Betty Shock — assistant secretary-treasurer Lois Royer, Mrs. Richcreek and Betty Barrett — co-aid directors Ruth Rose, Doris Dorsey and Janet Richcreek — emergency committee Virginia Penn and Viola Richcreek — nominating committee. Devotions were given by Viola Richcreek. She read two poems, “Life Is Worth Living” and, “I Didn’t Have Time.” Plans were made to have a booth at the North Webster Community Christmas Bazaar on November 1 at Camelot Hall. A meeting is scheduled for August 19 to make school and health kits. The kits will be taken to Camp Mack and used for mission work. Women’s Camp will be held September 10 and 11 at Camp Mack. Guests present were Jimmy Adams, Jonathan Mock and J. D. Adams. The meeting closed with Viola Richcreek reading the prayer poem, “Lord I Know.” Mrs. Dettwiler hostess for Goodwill Club Ivy Dettwiler was a guest at the June 11 meeting of Goodwill Club. Mrs. John Dettwiler served as hostess. Devotions, “Impressions Os A Father,” were presented by Mrs. Ray Darr. Group singing was enjoyed. Mrs. Eldon Watkins led as the pledge to the American Flag was repeated in unison. The lesson, “Clothing Selections For The Family,” was given by Mrs. Bernard Roberts. It was announced that the club received honor standard recognition at extension homemakers achievement night program in May. The club has been asked to babysit at the women’s building during the 4-H Fair in August. Blanche Kline discussed the American Flag as the cultural arts lesson. The topic of Mrs. Robert’s citizenship report was, “Cosmetics”. Father-son carry-in held There were 42 men and boys present for the June 8 North Webster Church of the Brethren annual father-son banquet. The carry-in salad bar and desserts were served in the church social room. Prayer was led by Rev. Paul Schreider. Everett Peters served as master of ceremonies for the program. He introduced Clar Brodrick who acted as narrator for a comedy fashion show presented by members of Tippecanoe Township extension homemakers club. He introduced guest speaker, Homer Kiracofe, Plymouth, who is an ordained Church of the Brethren preacher and family counselor. He talked about communications between fathers and sons. Women of the church who helped serve the meal were: Betty Shock, Marsha Miller, Doris Dorsey, Lois Royer, Viola Richcreek and Eva Lock. the closing prayer.
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Past Chiefs play euchre
Myrtle Greisinger was hostess for the June 11 meeting of Past Chiefs of the Pythians Sisters. Following the business session euchre was played. Eva Krauss placed high and Imogene Menzie placed low. The door prize was presented to Alice Kissinger. The location of the next
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MEMBERS OF the North Webster United 1 Methodist Church choir were honored guests on June 15 at a carry-in dinner held at the church. Rev. Chester Smith is choir director and Marilynn Nulf and Norma Roose are organists. Choir members are Ralph Walker, lvalue Turner, Retha Smith, George Switzer, Helen Anderson, Dave Boesenberg, Jean Coverstone, Sheila Bowen, Christie Boesenberg, Becky Ertel, Esther Schneider, Gloria Shipley, Steve McNutt, Bob Ritchie, Karen Parr, Carol Ritchie, Verna Lindemood, Olive
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20-YEAR AWARD — Janet Allen was presented her 20 year pin by Marilynn Brower, President of Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority, recently.
Janet Allen was honored and presented with a 20 year pin during the June 10 meeting of Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi. Mrs. Allen was initiated into Gamma Phi Chapter at North Manchester in May 1959 where she served as recording secretary.
meeting is to be announced. On June 10 the regular meeting of the Pythian Sisters was held at the North Webster Temple. Refreshments were served by Ethel Engle and Mary Alice Creemens. Friends Night is planned for the next meeting. A salad bar will be served.
Locke, Doug Fightmaster, Don Hoover, Dave Hillberry and Lucille Fightmaster —O'THEME FOR the United Methodist Women June breakfast was. “Sonnets and Bonnets.” It was held June 17 in the dining room at North Webster United Methodist Church. Members of Esther Circle served as hostesses. Helen Craner was chairman and Louise Weaver, co-chairman. —o— FISHERMEN ON Sechrist Lake last week end noticed a full grown domestic duck that was
Janet Allen honored
In 1965 she transferred to the Kokomo chapter where she also served as recording secretary. In 1973 Mrs. Allen became a chapter member of Theta Sigma Chapter. She has served as president, corresponding secretary and advisor of the local group.
Wed., June 18,1980 —THE MAIL-JOURNAL
Theta Sigma donates to several charity events
Donations to charity were made during the June 10 meeting of Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi sorority. Pat Wright was hostess for the meeting. Donations were made to Riley Childrens Hospital, Indianapolis for two wagons; to the North Indiana conference for the Deaf Camp being held at Camp Adventure this summer; for an electric typewriter for the North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Public Library; to the North Webster EMS unit; and to Carol Ritchie for the Sounds of Hope concert tour of Europe. Plans were finalized for the Mermaid Festival taco stand. Ideas were discussed for the November 1 community Christmas bazaar. It was reported that 19 members attended a theater party on June 4. Preceding the theater production 14 members enjoyed
nnttfF" Fjr AIJP w I 11 wB . It K .4 IJI NEW OFFICERS — Shown above are the new officers of the North Webster Theta Sigma Chapter of Psi lota Xi Sorority. In front are Sandy White, corresponding secretary; and Kathy White, conductress. In back are Sally Gillum, vice president-advisor; Linda Hoy, treasurer; Marilyn Brower, president: and Marian Breyer, recording secretary.
swimming fast and seemed overly excited. Suddenly a large bass came to the lakes surface. To the amazement of the fishermen the big fish was in hot pursuit of the duck. The bass grabbed the duektby the leg and tried to pull it under. The duck, who by that time was making an awful racket, pulled free and raced for shore and safety. The veteran fishermen agreed that they had never before witnessed anything like it. That’s a very ducky fish story, -oTHERE WERE 62 youngsters ranging from nursery school through sixth grade in age who attended vacation Bible school at North Webster United Methodist Church. Anita Sincroft and Karen Parr served as co-directors for this year’s school. Teachers were Dave and Christie Boesenberg, Diane Carmichael and Kathy Ross, nursery; Judy Wagoner, Lynn Stackhouse, Ann Engle and Amy Smith, 3-4 year olds; Diana Bowman and Becky Ertel, kindergarten; Maxiene McNutt and Becki Rinker, first and second grade; Karen Parr and Jeanette Keim, third and fourth grade; Diane Lawson and Jeri Waalewyn, fifth and sixth grade; Sheila Bowen and Linda Hoy, music; Bobbi Hillberry, refreshments; Mrs. Sincroft, worship; and Peggy Mattix. balloon launch. —o— ORPHA FOSTER attended the Swayzee High School alumni association banquet held June 7 at Swayzee. -o— A FILM entitled. “The Strong Willed Child” will be shown at the June 29 evening service at North Webster Church of God. —o— A PIG roast was sponsored on June 14 by Double Dip and Dunk It. When this reporter passed the place at about 5:30 p.m. the Wawasee High School Jazz Band was jumping and rocking in the parking lot. The pig roast was just
dinner out and visited Marilynn Brower’s art show. Mrs. Brower is president of the group. Sally Gillum was presented with a past presidents pin. It was announced that a summer beach party is planned for July 19 at the home of Mary Waltz. Sandy White and Mrs. Brower will serve as delegates to the sororities national convention being held June 26. 27 and 28, at Indianapolis. Mrs Waltz and Betty Richcreek will accompany the two delegates. Members of the local chaper who will attend the convention on June 27 are: Becky Rhodes. Marian Breyer. Mrs. Gillum, Jan Brindle. Kathy White and Karen Parr. The next meeting is scheduled for the second Tuesday of September.
something a little special to help thank their customers. Double Dip is celebrating its fourth year in business. —o— IN THE hospital — Pauline Gunkle. Helen House and Rev. Earl Clayton, Parkview, Fort Wayne; Vera Ring, Marion General, Marion; Raymond Clark and Ellis Koher, KCH; Pearl Shock, Goshen Hospital. Goshen; and Rev. Ernest Lawshe. Methodist Hospital. Indianapolis. —O'SHIRLEY SMITH spent last week visiting with friends at Indianapolis and Carmel. —o— BOUQUETS TO Janet Allen who has received her 20 year pin from Psi lota Xi Sorority. Janet is a charter member of Theta Sigma Chapter and is known as a hard worker and is one of the sorority’s biggest boosters. -oTHERE ARE red and yellow roses growing on the same bush in a yard at Irish Lake. —o—- — balloons, with return post cards and messages attached, were released by 62 children on the last day of vacation Bible school at North Webster United Methodist Church. / The balloon released by Denise Boggs was found north of Columbia City off Ind. 9. Balloons sent skyward by Anita Sincroft, Jama Roose and Sean Breyer turned up in the Backwater area at Camp Adventure. —o— ROSE FOR Friendship Week — do something nice for someone. UNUSUAL BEHAVIOR -a Purple Martin has built its nest under the ear port at the home of Bev Coldren and family. —o— REV. HENRY McCray has just returned home after spending last week in Kansas. He served as Music Evangelist for the Kansas State Church of God Camp meeting. —O'till NEXT week...
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