Turpin Leads Project Concern Medical Help Abroad
Dr James W Turpin founder of Project Concern, a rural hospital network in South Viet Nam and clinics in Hong Kong, moved to Viet Nam in 1964 with a staff of about one hundred from twenty nations. His wife Molly plans to study medicine as they pursue humanitarian work. He spoke at Valley Forge after receiving the Freedom Leadership Medal, saying we can win the war but lose the people.
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James W. Turpin
Project Concern
International Medical Relief Organization
Ashland
Jim
South Viet Nam
Molly
Women's Medical College
Philadelphia
United States
Freedom Foundation
Valley Forge
Turpin
Viet Nam
Five Generations At First Presbyterian Decatur
The Jones family lineage at First Presbyterian Church in Decatur spans five generations since 1904. Mrs. John W. Jones, now 62, joined at 12, with descendants Nancy Pinkston, Becki Caddell, and Kitty Caddell continuing the church’s tradition. The Lide family earlier established roots with hardware founder C. K. Lide and elder Frank Lide, while the church’s youth program remained active since 1904.
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John W. Jones
First Presbyterian Church
Decatur
Jones
C. K. Lide
Lides
Tennessee
Nancy Pinkston
Becki
Tom)Caddell
Caddell
Kitty Caddell
Frank ‘Lide
Birmingham
Jehoshaphat’s Reign Promotes Religion Over War
In Judah Ahaziah era ruler Jehoshaphat is praised for steadfast religious focus, supporting Levites and church officials to educate the people. He reigned twenty five years, sought to preserve spiritual legacy, and balanced flaws with strong moral leadership.
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Jehoshaphat
Jehoshaphat’s Reform and Challenge in Judah
The article surveys Jehoshaphat as a reforming king who tackled corruption in Judah’s courts and promoted Jehovah worship. It notes his mixed legacy, praising his push for justice yet acknowledging his rough methods and violent acts by today’s standards.
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Ahab
Jehoshaphat
Judah
National Council of Churches of Christ
U.S.A
Features
Pastors Vote To Hold Monthly Conference
Thirty Baptist pastors in the North Alabama area meeting in Decatur voted to begin a monthly conference instead of the quarterly gathering. The group from Decatur Huntsville Florence and seven counties will rotate leadership and continue Bible study and preaching sessions. The event at Oak Park Baptist Church drew 65 attendees with two county missionaries among the ministers and aims to boost ministry through frequent teaching and fellowship.
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North Alabama
Oak Park Baptist Church
Jerry Helms
Highland Baptist Church
Florence
Sam Wolfe
West Huntsville Baptist
James Ad
Decatur
Huntsville
A. Ray Lee
Oak Park
Clyde Presley
Limestone County
Morlees County
William Hacker
Southside Baptists Observe Enlistment Week
Enlistment Week will be observed next week at Southside Baptist Church on 9th St and 8th Ave SE. The event focuses on the Women's Missionary Union Young Women's Association and the Girls Auxiliary. Lois Privett will lead leadership training for the women. she is from Montgomery and Cullman native with 16 years in the state Baptist organization.
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Southside Baptist Church
9Th St
8Th Ave
Women’s Missionary Union
Young Women’s Association
Girls
Lois Privett
Baptist
Montgomery
Cullman
State Baptist Organization
Annual Pledge Service Held at Forrest Chapel
HARTSELLE The Women Society of Christian Service of Forrest Chapel Methodist Church hosts the annual pledge service. Mrs Harold Holland, church secretary, notes enlistment activities run nightly at 7 with Wednesday at 6 30 and conclude Thursday. Mrs D C Presley of Athens leads YWA training. Mrs Claude Schrimsher also of Athens leads Girls Auxiliary activities.
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Hartselle
Womens
Society of Christian Service
Forrest Chapel Methodist Church
Harold Holland
D. C. Presley
Athens
Young Women’s Association
YWA
Eee
Claude Schrimsher
Thieves Target English Churches for Loot Amid Rising Burglaries
London AP report details widespread church thefts across England with 1500 churches robbed in a year. Thieves steal chalices, candlesticks, lead from roofs, bells, and sacred altars while open doors and highway proximity aid quick escapes. St Pauls noted a stolen silver communion water box.
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Eddy Gilmore
London
England
St. Paul's
Chambers To Lead Revival At Harmony Grove Church
The Rev. John ny Chambers of Tulsa Oklahoma will lead a two week youth revival at Harmony Grove Holiness Church in Danville starting Sunday. Opening service at 2 30 p m daily services at 7 30 p m. Mrs Chambers assists as organist and is the daughter of the Rev and Mrs M E Furber. Church pastor Johnny Roberts is away in Mexico and Roger White will lead in his absence. Also notes warn churches to guard valuables with antique treasures mentioned including a priceless Elizabethan chalice valued around 5000 if melted down.
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Danville
Johnny Chambers
Tulsa
Okla
Harmony Grove Holiness Church
Harmony Grove Church
Kirby Bridge Rd
Chambers
Decatur
M. E. Furber
Phillips Court
Pledge Service Held By Local Women’s Club
The annual pledge service took place Monday afternoon with Mrs. Homer Jones presiding. Treasurer Mrs. J. M. King led pledge card collection for the coming year and the theme Dreams and Realities guided the event. Mrs. N. E. Bailey gave the devotion and several members assisted. A business session followed and Mrs. Roberts offered the closing prayer.
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Nnual
Homer Jones
J. M. King
N. E. Bailey
Jones
W.L. Woodall
W. P. Roberts
Jesse Pope
Roberts
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