Christmas Message by Rev John Hornor at Murray Bible Church
The sermon recalls prophecies about Jesus birth and asks if the meaning of Christmas remains in homes amid gift giving. It notes Malachi Isaiah Micah and Matthew references, contrasting ancient recognition with modern forgetfulness, urging worship of the Christ child.
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Town Lighting For Christmas Brightens Small Town
The Murray Bible Church extends Christmas greetings and invites all to worship. Reverend John Hornok, the pastor, promotes outdoor displays as a growing tradition in towns nationwide.
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No clear town credited for Christmas outdoors fighting idea
The text notes an idea to fight outdoors at Christmas time but fails to identify which town gets credit. It mentions uncertainty and lack of a named location.
Four communities share early spark for evergreen tradition
In 1913 several towns including McDonald and Germantown Pennsylvania Salem Oregon and Riverside California planned a holiday evergreen display. Each community lit or decorated its own spruce or large evergreen as a festive observance inviting all to attend their church of choice on the great day.
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Greatest Story Told Through Centuries of War and Faith
A feature recounts the enduring tale of a King among men told across ages and languages. It frames the story as an eternal message of hope and faith, noting how nations and lives rise and fall before the coming of the King, yet the narrative remains unchanged.
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