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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1917

Page

3

Vine and Word: Sunday Lesson on Spiritual Truth

The essay contrasts a society woman haunted by cynicism with a naturalist’s water thrush to show spiritual discernment beyond material pleasures. It cites Jesus' true vine passage and Wilson’s address as modern expressions of Christlike justice, urging unity with Christ to power social reform. The parable of the vine frames life and suffering as divine pruning for fruitfulness.

Broadway Jesus Wilson United States Senate Christendom Woodrow Wilson Lloyd George

Abide and the Fruit Will Take Care of Itself

A commentator links the word abide in the Gospel to a prior term in John, reframing Jesus message. He argues Jesus invites believers to permanent unity with him, saying dwell with Christ, live at home in his presence, and let the fruit follow.

Jesus Heaven Christ

Saloonless Nation by 1920 Topic at First Reformed Church

The Christian Endeavor from First Reformed Church plans a gathering titled Growing As Christ Grew. Rev. Thena leads the session with the regular business meeting to follow. Public invited.

First Reformed Church Christ Thena

Executive Committee Meeting Notice

The executive committee of the First Reformed Endeavorers will meet Monday at 8 p.m. at J. R. Young’s home on White Oak Street. All officers and committee chairmen are urged to attend.

The First Reformed Endeavorers J. R. Young White Oak Street

Entertainment Committee Plans Delegate Housing for State Convention

The entertainment committee met at the chairman Mrs. L W McFarland's home to organize housing for about 300 delegates arriving from across the North State in June. Members from each C E society will tally how many delegates they can host and note preferences as churches prepare to offer accommodations for the convention in High Point.

L. W. Mc‘arland High Point C. E Wachovia Bank and Trust Company United States

Friends C E society meets at Miss Cox home

The Friends C E society gathered Friday at Miss Clara Cox’s home for a discussion on Fellowship With God then held a business meeting. A weekslong contest titled A Trip to the National Convention has two sides racing to recruit members with points awarded for each member’s work. The C BE expert work class progresses with 20 members now expert. Mrs L W McFarland presides.

Friends C. E. Society Clara Cox God C. BE L. W. McFarland

Reduce Dye Duty Now in Mexico Export Tax Change

Mexico City reports the dye wood export duty lowered to five pesos per ton on May 12. The adjustment aims to ease foreign trade and boost shipments of natural dye woods to international markets.

Mexico City Mexico

Tomorrow at the Churches in Greensboro

Tomorrow services announced at the High school auditorium by two churches. Bible school at 9.45 a.m. with Joseph D. Cox as superintendent. Morning worship at 11 o'clock and gospel service in the afternoon. First Baptist led by Rev. Jas A. Clarke with Sunday school at 9.30 a.m. Rev. Dr. Charles Nash to preach both morning and evening. Junior and Senior B P A meet at 7 p.m. Mid week prayer and praise Wednesday night. Public invited.

Friends Sylvester Newlin Bible School Joseph D. Cox First Baptist Jas, A. Clarke Tate Chas. UH. Nash Greensboro Lumior

Mother's Day Observed At West End Baptist And First Presbyterian

West End Baptist led by Rev. James W. Rose held morning and evening services with Sunday school at 9 30. The Queen of the Home and The Power of a Baby's Tears were the themes. Sunbeam work discussed at 3 30 and the Philathea class opened exercises. First Presbyterian under Rev. Charles P. Coble held Sunday Bible school at 9 45, with preaching at 11 in the morning and 8 in the evening. Mothers Day honored in both churches and revival activities noted.

West End Baptist James W. Rose G. W. Clarke A. E. Tate

East End Methodist Welcomes Parishioners for Services

East End Methodist invites all to Sunday school at 9 45 a m with W T Davis as superintendent. Worship follows at 10 a m and 7 45 p m led by Rev W A Barber pastor. Prayer meeting Wednesday night at 7 45. A cordial welcome extended to everyone.

East End Methodist W. A. Barber W. Tf. Davis

Church Services and Sunday School Schedules Noted

South Main Street Methodist led by Rev H H Robbins lists Sunday school 9 30 a m preaching 11 a m and 3 p m juniors league 3 and seniors 7 15 plus a Wednesday evening meeting. Green Street Baptist under Rev J M Hillard lists Sunday school 9 45 a m preaching 11 a m and 7 30 p m with midweek prayer and welcome to all. North Main Street Methodist Protestant led by Rev A G Dixon notes Sunday school 9 45 a m parents day with children present preaching 11 a m and 7 30 p m and prayer meeting Wednesday and Christian Endeavor Friday. all invited.

Iirst Presbyterian Charles P. Coble Bible Echool Caldwell, Jr South Main Street H. H. Robbins J. O. Connor Green Street Baptist J. M. Hilliard D. H. Parnell Sormor North Main Street A. G. Dixon A. M. Idol Christian Endeavor

Wesley Memorial Methodist Church Notice

Wesley Memorial Methodist with Rev. G T Rowe as pastor holds Sunday school at 9 30 a m led by W A J Idol. Preaching at 11 a m and 7 45 p m. Epworth League at 7 p m. Woman's Missionary society meets Monday afternoon at 3 36. Young Woman's Missionary society meets with Mrs P A Jones Monday at 3 30 p m. Ashe ville conference reports at both meetings. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7 45.

Wesley Memorial Methodist G. T. Rowe W. A. J. Idol Epworth League Woman’s Missionary Society Young Woman's Missionary Society P. A. Jones Asheville

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