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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1938

Page

5

Lebanon Sunday draws large Lawrence County crowd

A large crowd attended the annual Lebanon Sunday event in Ellisville Lawrence County. Many residents and visitors from Danville and Cedar Creek joined activities. several named locals and visitors were present including Trannie Pula Aldridge, Hellen Teague, Marie Heidt, and others over the weekend.

Lebanon Trannie Pula Aldridge Hartselle Charles Pickens Louis Landers Danville James Dyars Bonen Hellen Teague Bula Aldridge Marie Heidt Felix Aldridge Clifford Aldridge Carrie Lee Oliver Orelle McNutt Lorene Aldridge

Assembly Begins at College Monday

The Intermediate assembly of the Methodist churches opens at Athens College Monday with registration at two o'clock. Delegates from the First Methodist church will meet at three o'clock and travel arrangements will be provided for the trip to Athens.

Athens College First Methodist Church Athens

Episcopal bishops to consecrate Alabama bishop in Birmingham

Distinguished churchmen will come to Birmingham on Friday for the consecration of Dr C C J Carpenter rector of the Church of the Advent as bishop of the Alabama diocese.

Birmingham Ala C. C. J. Carpenter Church of the Advent Alabama

Church Announcements From Decatur Christian Science Church

Sunday services at 11:00 follow Psalms and Jeremiah texts. Sunday School at 9:30. Reading Room hours 2 to 4 on Mon Wed Sat. Public invited to prayer and theme sermons. Conference Young People to lead 7:30 pm service with pastor. Offertory supports conference fund for camps.

Heaven Earth First Church of Christ, Scientist Decatur Alabama First Church of Christ, Scientist Boston Mass Zion Church Johnston Street Union of the Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor

Meaning and ministry in the mount of transfiguration study

The article explains Matthew 16 28 and parallel passages as a kingdom picture led by Christ in a glorified form with Moses Elijah and Peter James and John symbolizing various redeemed groups and nations. It also discusses First Corinthians 15 29 on baptism for the dead and notes the term elder brother is not in the New Testament.

Peter Jesus Christ God Holy Mount Earth Christ Moses Elijah James John Israel Apostle Jesus

First Baptist Church schedules services with two sermons

Jesse F. Ray, pastor, leads Sunday preaching at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Baptist Training Union at 6:30 p.m. Mid-week prayer at 7:30 p.m. The evening sermon centers on Pauls First Message on The Second Coming. Public invited to attend all services.

First Baptist Church Oak LaFayette Street Jesse F. Ray Baptist Training Union Paul

First Christian Church Service and Bible School Schedule

The article lists the East Moulton and Fourth Ave church with minister Edwin Wyle D Th and Bible School at 9 45 a m led by John B. Harlow. The Caravan Bible Class meets in the men’s room with the Suffering Servant topic from Mark 15 22 39 and 11 00 a m Divine Worship.

First Christian Church Moulton Fourth Ave Edwin Wyle John B. Harlow Mens

Sixteenth Ave Baptist revival services announced

Sixteenth Ave Baptist Church at 16th Ave and Wadsworth St, with Pastor Chas L Dobbs, hosts daily revival services led by visiting Evangelist Rev J Vernon Rich. Morning sermon at 11:00 am and evangelistic service at 7:30 pm, plus men only service at 2:30 pm and Bible classes for men at 9:30 am. All invited.

Sixteenth Ave Baptist Cor 16Th Ave Wadsworth St Chas L. Dobbs L Buck Rev. Rich

Ninth Street Methodist Church Set for Full Attendance

Pastor W L Spearman leads services at Ninth Street Methodist with evangelist Rev J F Sparks speaking at 10:20 a m school hour and 11 a m and 7 30 p m worship. Subjects: The Most Challenging Question and How Shall We Escape. Youth Department meets at 6 45 p m. Everyone urged to attend.

Ninth Street W. L. Spearman Guy Jones J. F. Sparks South Decatur

Westminster Church Activities Schedule and Welcome

Westminster Presbyterian Church at Jackson and Eighth Avenue posts a full weekly program with services at 9:30 a m and 11:00 a m on Sunday. Daily Vacation Bible School runs through the week with youth and auxiliary meetings including Women’s Auxiliary Circle and Boy Scouts. A Wednesday prayer meeting covers The Old Testament preparation and the church emphasizes a friendly, welcoming congregation.

Westminster Presbyterian Church Jackson and Eighth Avenue L. H. Ht Bob Sheppard Bob Hunter Westminster Church

Central Methodist Church Schedule Bulletin

Pastor J. H. Chitwood leads worship at 11:00 with the sermon When Everything is Good. Epworth Leagues meet 6:30, Dr. M. E. Lazenby preaches 7:30. Wednesday midweek prayer at 7:30. study resumes on Ephesians chapter six. Daily Vacation Bible School opens Monday at 9.

Central Methodist J. H. Chitwood Geo. T. Woodruff Epworth M. E. Lazenby Ephesians

Willoughby Presbyterian Church Services Notice

Willoughby Presbyterian at 6th Avenue 9th Street South announces Sunday School at 9 45 a m and worship at 11 a m with no evening service due to revival at Ninth Street Methodist. Mid week service planned. Ladies Aid meets Monday at 2 30 p m with full attendance urged and visitors welcomed.

Willoughby Presbyterian Ave William B. Strong

Little Stone Church Schedule and Vacation School

The Church of God at 6th Ave E and 4th Street led by Pastor RK B Conner announces worship and sermon from 9 30 to 10 30 a m Sunday School 10 30 to 11 15 a m Young People 6 30 p m Evangelistic Service 7 30 p m The pastor will preach at both services Vacation Church School begins Monday June 20 from 8 30 to 11 30 a m for two weeks ages 12 and under are urged to attend

Church OF God 4Th Street RK. B. Conner Little Stone Bee-Line

Bible Study and Sermon at Avenue E Today

The program lists a 10 a m Bible study and 11 a m preaching. H L Kirby will speak on The Thought of Saved By Grace. Come and study with us.

Church OF Christ Avenue E H. L. Kirby

St Pauls Lutheran Church Service and Meetings

The Rev. E T Town rector of St Pauls Lutheran conducts worship at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday with Sunday School and Bible Class at 8:30 a.m. The Walther League meets Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Mrs I D Carlisle's home along with Auxiliary activities.

ST. Paul’s Lutheran E. T. Town Sherman St Fourth Ave Trinity E. Seibert Walther League I. D. Carlisle

Changeless Christ Hosts Welcoming Visitors

A fragment notes Beenem and Mrs EB inviting visitors to a Changeless Christ event, with an open invitation and cordial welcome extended to attendees.

Beenem Mrs. EB Christ Chang

Memorial Drive Methodist Church Service Announcement

Rev R D Cook leads morning worship at 11 00 with sermon What Each Can Do by the pastor. Membership admission after service. Evening service led by Laymen at 7 30 The Pew Preaches theme and Laymen on program. Music directed by Joe Philpot piano Opal Holland. Everyone invited.

R. D. Cook P. Parker Intermediate League Joe Philpot Opal Holland

Grant Street Church of Christ Service Schedule

Lindsay Allen, Evangelist. Sunday Bible study 9:45 Worship at 11 Preaching The Terror of the Lord. Young People class 7 p m Preaching 7:45 The Blood of Christ Wednesday Ladies Bible class 3 p m Mid week Bible study 7:45 p m Thursday Men’s Bible class 7:45 Everyone invited Where the Bible speaks we speak where the Bible is silent we are silent.

Lindsay Allen

Westside Presbyterian Church Services and Activities

The Westside Presbyterian Church led by Pastor L. J. Kaylor offers Sunday School at 9 45 a m followed by worship and communion at 11 00 a m A Young People's meeting at 6 30 p m Worship again at 7 30 p m On Monday 2 30 p m the W M 8 meets with Mrs Tarpley and Mrs Edwards Scout activities led by H B Curry at 7 30 p m Tuesday none listed Prayer meeting runs Wednesday at 7 45 p m.

Westside Presbyterian the Friendly Church L. J. Kaylor G. O. Devine

Central Baptist Church Service Schedule

Central Baptist at Corner 4th Ave and Grant St lists Pastor Johns Cowell Jr and Assistant Homer Britton. Sunday School at 9:45 with J C Cowan as general superintendent. Baptist Training Union at 6:30 and Bible study at 7:30 Wednesday. Pastor will deliver messages at both services. Invite families to attend all services.

Central Baptist 4Th Ave Grant St. Johns Cowell, Jr Homer Britton J. C. Cowan Baptist Training Union

First Presbyterian Church Sunday Schedule

Corner Oak and Vine Streets services listed with pastor Edward V. Ramage. Sunday School at 9 45 a m and Morning Worship at 11 a m. Sermon and service details incomplete.

First Presbyterian Church Corner Oak and Vine Streets Edward V. Ramage

A Balance for Life and Loyalty to His Cause

Evening worship at 7 30 p m features a sermon titled A Balance for Life followed by another sermon Loyalty to His Cause. The program centers on faith and dedication within the church activity.

Fairview Baptist Church Schedule and Vacation Bible School

The Fairview Baptist Church at 16th Avenue Magnolia Street lists a full Sunday schedule with Sunday School at 9 45 a m preaching by pastor at 11 00 a m Baptist Training Union at 6 30 p m long service at 7 30 p m cottage prayer meeting on June 22 at Mrs Moates home and weekly prayer service also June 22 vacation Bible School begins Monday June 20 inviting all children ages 4 to 16 regardless of denomination with hours to be announced later.

Fairview Baptist Church 16Th Avenue Magnolia Street B. Carrol Carter G. W. Fowler Baptist Training Union I. R. Harrison

Bible Study and Worship Services Announced

Bible study at 10:00 a.m. and preaching at 11:00 a.m. by Brother God. Evening sermon by Brother Hood. All are invited to worship with us.

Brother God Brother Hood

Hartselle Churches Advertise Nazarenes Services

The Nazarenes announce Sunday School for all ages at 9 45 a m and morning worship with youth service. Prayer meeting every Thursday at 7 30 p m with Bible School at 10 a m. Rev R D Messerschmidt and Rev Frank T Smith listed as pastors.

the Nazarene Church R. D. Messerschmidt Seem Young Peoples Ing

Moulton Heights Baptist Revival Announced

W. W. Coffey pastor leads revival at Moulton Heights Baptist from July 3 to July 17 with Brother J. Vernon Rich preaching. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. worship at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. B T U at 6:30 p.m. classes for all ages. Come worship and bring someone.

Moulton Heights

Athens Churches Schedule and Leaders

Sunday School at 9 30 a m led by BE Miller Supt Morning worship at 11 a m with pastor's sermon Junior church at 11 a m led by Joel Whitt Christian Endeavor at 6 30 p m led by Clay Sherill Prayer service Wednesday 7 30 p m Choir practice 8 15 p m

First Presbyterian Church Payne Forrest BE. Miller Joel Whitt Christian Endeavor Clay Sherill

Father’s Day Sermons at First Methodist Church Pitts

The First Methodist Church U.8 Pitts announces Father’s Day observance with a Sunday morning service featuring a sermon by the minister on The Manhood of the Master and an evening talk for youth titled What is Life and How Shall I Invest It The Vacation Bible School concludes a successful week and will continue activities.

First Methodist Church U. 8 Pitts Methodist Church

Penn General Supt Preaches at Morning Service

The text outlines a church schedule with morning service at 11 a.m. led by the General Superintendent, a 6:45 p.m. training unions meeting, and an 7:45 p.m. evening worship with a sermon on Man's Call to God. The ordinance of Baptism will be administered after the evening service. You are invited to worship.

Church Services Outline for Rev Rudolph R Scott

Rev Rudolph R Scott leads morning worship with theme Manhood for God at 11am and evening worship with theme A New Creation at 7:45pm. Sunday includes 9:45am church school and 6:45pm junior and youth meetings. Wednesday church night at 7:30pm. A cordial welcome awaits.

First Methodist Church Rudolph R. Scott R, Currier God

Huntsville Church Homecoming Set For Sunday

Dr. L. D. Patterson and Miss Mary Vaughan Patterson will travel to Huntsville Sunday afternoon for the Victory Homecoming ceremony at the First Methodist Church. The event marks the dedication of the new educational building with Bishop J. L. Decell as guest of honor.

L. D. Patterson Mary Vaughan Patterson Huntsville First Methodist Church J. L. Decell

Julian Named President of National Insurance Commissioners

Frank N. Julian of Alabama assumed the presidency of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners at the convention's close in Quebec. He succeeds George A. Bowles of Virginia as the group elected during the annual meeting.

Quebec Frank N. Julian Alabama National Association of Insurance Commissioners Julian George A. Bowles Virginia Association

Morgan County News Roundup From Cotaco and Huntsville

In Morgan County many residents attend Cotaco gatherings and Huntsville camp visits. Waimilton recovers from pel twee ee sem Ota while Mrs. Hamilton shows progress. Families host and visit, Court in Decatur draws Auburn McKee, and cotton chopping dominates local life amid illnesses including diphtheria and whooping cough.

Waimilton H. R. Hamilton Roy Oden Cotaco Nancy Turner Tanner Anugh Ploise Ne Woodall Sranddeughtee Prances Taylor Co.co Huntsville Robert Clemon Moore O. J. Self Dick Mae McKee Decatur

Dixon to address Alabama County Commissioners meeting

Governor nominee Frank M. Dixon will address the Alabama County Commissioners Association in Birmingham during the three day convention. Clarke county president Joe McQuardle will direct the gathering.

Birmingham Ala Frank M. Dixon Alabama County Commissioners Association Joe McQuardle Clarke County

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Lawrence County Ellisville City Park Princess Theatre Church of Your Choice William Pettingill A. J. Rollings Athens Coc Irven Lee Dasher Bible School Valdosta East Tennessee Pleasant Valley M. A. Creel Capshaw Bennie Lee Fudge Pettunville John Hayes Jennings Chapel Revs C. T. and Bebe H. Patten 6Th Ave 8Th and 9Th Sts WMFO Memorial Drive Methodist Church Grant Street Austinville Frank T. Smith Hugh Huntsville Church Morgan County Rock Creek Dixon George Namie Mike Namie W. Vine Sr E. F. Margitt THE Decatur Daily
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