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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1914
Page
8
Christmas services will be observed at most churches in the city. Programs including Christingle plays and age appropriate ceremonies will be held. Faith leaders will oversee services and administer sacraments as scheduled.
The First Methodist women prepare a White Christmas program in the main auditorium for 4 o clock with an 11 o clock service in the Sunday school room. They invite gifts of heart and service and monetary or material aid to the poor, directed by the social service committee.
The church plans morning and evening services with a children and youth program. Morning tunes include U ewe of Name Paseeth By and Et Came apor thee Midnight Car. the quartet sings O Zion that Bringest God Tidings. Evening program features songs recitations and gifts for the poor with member offerings.
The Parker Memorial church plans a 4 PM Christmas service and a special White Christmas program similar to a Fir Methodist church event. The advisory committee prepared decorations and tree festivities. gifts should be wrapped in white paper with writer’s name on the outside and funds donated to aid destitute residents.
Special services will be held at Second Presbyterian Church this morning with further arrangements announced for Thursday evening.
In San Francisco a heated analysis by the Advertising Council examines why pews stay unfilled. A report from a committee spanning four denominations cites low attendee loyalty, insufficient paid members, and weak promotional strategies as key factors, urging churches to convert audience interest into regular worship attendance.
A Church of Christ announces a Christmas concert Monday at 7 40 PM to benefit the Iphans Home. A free will offering will be taken at the concert and all are invited to attend.
A critical letter argues churches fail to market spiritual teachings effectively. It condemns outdated theology and urging change in methods to boost receptivity, unity, and support for ministers. The author emphasizes truth in advertising and urges organizational reforms for church growth.
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