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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1968
Page
6
The Rev Dr Carl F H Henry criticizes evangelical methods for harming Christianity urging a more constructive stance. He calls for unity among evangelicals and a push to engage culture with clear gospel proclamation without denouncing mainline churches.
Health Capsules provides cautious guidance on hypnosis, noting that a hypnotized person may describe events that are real or fantasies. The column emphasizes that the content is informational and not diagnostic.
The United Methodist retirements homes of Alabama and West Florida plan a 18 million open with Wesley Manor on Honeysuckle Road in Dothan. The 56 000 square foot single floor facility offers 60 single occupancy rooms eight two room units with private patios and central dining. Administrator Cecil Chaney reports 25 residency applications and October 1 expected opening.
Mrs. Robert Straub led St. John's Episcopal Church Women in a project to make Christmas stockings for patients in Bryce Hospital's women’s ward. The initiative, colorful felt stockings filled with gifts, will involve Morgan County Mental Health. New members include Mrs. Norman Harris and others. a tribute note from Dr. Robert Fletcher of Birmingham was read for handmade layettes.
Pvt Billy Wayne Robinson 20, military policeman at Ft Leonard Wood Missouri, completed basic at Ft Benning Georgia and MP training at Ft Gordon Georgia. He attended John Co Calhoun Technical School before enlisting February 12 1968. He is son of Mr and Mrs William F Robinson Falkville.
Raymond McLaughlin left for San Diego after a three week leave from his Navy duties. On active duty since December he served in the Pacific and off the coast of Vietnam. He is a Decatur High School graduate and the son of Mr. and Mrs. James J. McLaughlin of 1904 12th St. SE. The World Health Organization calls kwashiorkor the most widespread dietary disease. Children lacking protein develop this stunting illness.
Doctor Charles C. Moore will conduct revival services at Madison United Methodist Church from Sunday to Friday, daily at 7 p.m. He previously served as district superintendent for North Alabama Methodist churches and has held leadership roles on the Conference Board of Missions and Athens College Board of Trustees. Rev W J Alston is the church pastor.
Catholic bishops worldwide take varied stands on Pope Paul's encyclical banning contractions. The trend abroad and in the United States leans toward toleration of dissent, with some priests suspended or removed in Australia Ireland Britain and the United States.
The article contrasts the Esth er story with Purim and discusses Catholic reactions to a papal encyclical. It notes Mordecai and Esther in Persia and details the backlash among bishops and theologians in the United States and Europe. It cites Gregory Baum and surveys polls showing mixed Catholic views on birth control and papal authority.
A single biblical verse is cited, saying deliverance will rise for the Jews from another place if the speaker remains silent. The message questions whether one has been brought to royal power for such a pivotal moment.
The tale recounts Esther Morde cai and a plot by Haman to destroy Jews. Esther risks her life to save her people, the king overturns Haman’s plan, and Jews defend themselves. Purim is celebrated with feasting and gifts.
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