Cities birth of Christianity and Barnabas leadership
The essay traces Christianity’s rise from Jerusalem to Antioch, the city that defined the church’s global mission. It praises Barnabas for leadership that unites urban needs with gospel work, urging modern church leaders to adopt a city wide, collaborative approach rather than parochialism. The piece notes Antioch’s cosmopolitan makeup and its role in launching Gentile outreach, stressing that the Christian name began there and spread with a bold, inclusive witness.
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New York
Jerusalem
Christendom
Roman Empire
Antioch
Philadelphia
Ben Hur
Daphne
Christ
Stephen
Christ Jesus
Cyprus
Mediterranean
Phoenicia
Palestine
Syria
Lucius
Cyrene
Tripoli
Italy
Manaen
Herod
Law
Tarsus
Simon the Black
Simon
Jesus
Barnabas
Billy Sunday
Graham Taylor
John R. Mott
Charles Stelzle
Antioch Church
Saul
Charles M. Alexander
Faith through sorrow and trust in God
The passage argues that true faith survives bereavement and bodily pain by a tremulous, heartfelt trust in God. It distinguishes faith from stoicism, urging the heart to weep yet reach God, see his goodness, and find strength and comfort in Christ amid sorrow. It cites Job and the broken box as models of faithful devotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Job
God
Vea
Father
Christ
Physicians Should Hold Guilford County Coroner Office
The Guilford County Medical Society resolves that the coroner should be a physician, stating that medical training equips the officeholder to perform duties properly. Committee signs include Chas W. Moseley J T Burrus J W Long and officers W P Beall and Wm M Jones.
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Guilford County Medical Society
Guilford County
Chas. W. Moseley
J. T. Burrus
J. W. Long
W. P. Beall
Pres. County Society
WM. M. Jones
Antioch Church as a Model for Mission and Growth
The Antioch church defined Christ centered preaching, produced missionaries, and funded aid for Jerusalem during famine. It became a mother congregation, sending Barnabas and Saul outward to evangelize distant regions, shaping the missionary character of the Christian church. The test of a true church is sending ministers to the unevangelized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enmiea
Antioch Church
Christ
Jesus
Grave Cloud Over Loss Becomes Shared Mourning
A somber reflection notes the Master finds no fault with grief and weeps for both his own and another's loss. It suggests unbelief does not always accompany suffering under the heavy cross and invites contemplation of sorrow.
Foley Kidney Pills Promised Relief for Nocturnal Urges
Henry Rudolph of Carmi Illinois reports sleeping through the night after using Foley Kidney Pills. The advertisement notes that bladder weakness can signal kidney trouble and cites backache rheumatism and stiff joints as other possible symptoms relieved by the product. Mann Drug Co. advertises the pills.
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Henry Rudolph
Carmi
Mann Drug Co. Adv
Sunday church services and notices in two churches
Sunday at St Marys Episcopal Church Rev L W Blackwelder rector Second Sunday after Easter Sunday school at 10 00 am sermon and holy communion at 10 00 am Evening prayer with sermon at 7 30 pm Good music welcome First Presbyterian Church Rev Charles P Coble pastor Bible school at 9 45 am A S Caldwell Jr superintendent Preaching at 11 00 am and 8 00 pm ordination and installation of elders in morning service Christian Endeavor at 7 15 pm Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 00 pm Public is cordially invited
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St. Mary's Episcopal
L. W. Blackwelder
First Presbyterian Church
Charles P. Coble
Bible School
S. Caldwell, Jr
Christian Endeavor
First Reformed Church Sunday Services Schedule
Rev L A Peeler presides with Sunday school at 9 45 led by J R Young. Morning sermon at 11 00. Junior Christian Endeavor at 7 15 and teacher training at 7 15. Evening service announced with a general welcome to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Reformed
L. A. Peeler
J. R. Young
Junior Christian Endeavor
Revival services announced for South Main Street church
At the South Main Street Methodist Church Rev. H. H. Robbins will lead Sunday school at 9 30 a m with O Conner as superintendent. Preaching by the pastor at 11 a m and evening service at 7 45. All are invited to attend these revival services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Main Street
Methodist
H. H. Robbins
O. Conner
Morning worship and evening gospel at Mor-Bible church
Friends note a service schedule with Rev Sylvester Newlin as pastor and Joseph D Ox as superintendent. Morning worship at 11, Sunday school 9 45, evening gospel meeting, prayer meeting Wednesday 7 pm, and message by Olive R A Ryan of Ashboro. Other items include Saturday events at 3 30 pm.
First Baptist Church Services Announcement
Sunday school at 930 a.m. with A F Tate as superintendent. Sermon by pastor at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Choir to provide fine music.
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First Baptist
A. W. Claxon
A. F. Tate
Local church services and interurban timetable update
Fast End Methodist and Lutheran churches announce Sunday services with 9 45 a m Sunday schools and 11 a m sermons. Interurban Motor Lines shifts schedule May 1 1916 between Winston Salem and High Point with multiple departures from Zenzendorf Hotel and Sv Elwood Hotel priced 1.00 each way and 5c per mile for intermediate stops. contact O Arthur Kirkman at 58 High Point for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interurban Motor Lines, Inc
Winston-Salem
Winston
High Point
Phone
O. Arthur Kirkman
Wesley Memorial Methodist Church Meeting and Services
The congregation is reminded of the annual meeting and a full schedule of services led by Rev. G. T. Rowe. Sunday school at 9 30 a m morning service at 11 a m including communion and reception of members, and an evening service at 7 45 p m. Joint missionary society meeting Monday at 3 30 hosted by Mesdames Owen and Welson. Quarterly conference Monday 7 45 p m with Dr J H Weaver presiding. Monthly steward's meeting Tuesday 7 45 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 45 p m. Public invited to all events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Memorial Methodist
G. T. Rowe
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Promoted by S. W. McClinton
An advertisement for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy touts its effectiveness against whooping cough. S. W. McClinton of Bladon Springs Alabama reports his baby recovered quickly after using the remedy. The ad notes the medicine is obtainable everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
S. W. McClinton
Bladon Springs
Ala
Adv
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