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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1959
Page
2
A man recalls a sermon metaphor about a faucet and water supply. The faucet stands for divine guidance as the source of spiritual power. When attached to God as the source, a person can turn on a flow of spiritual strength and support.
Huntsville reports Maj. Gen. J B Medaris and Wernher von Braun say space exploration will not shatter faith. They argue religion and science can coexist, citing the Ten Commandments and the ongoing technological revolution as compatible with advancing space programs.
East Side Christians at 7th and Ohlapo Avenue organize a three day conference to shape this year’s plans. The meeting opens with an orientation period and ends Sunday night at 3 45 when the program is offered for acceptance and dedication. Rev Messer leads in the sermon titled An Unblemished Fellowship Sunday morning.
The Long Beach Chapter of the Greek Orthodox Youth Association and 240 U.S. and Canadian chapters will mark a National Day of Prayer on Sunday in memory of Archbishop Michael. Rev. Nicholas Hillius, pastor, will lead activities at 1653 Pacific Ave. A $150,000 Chapel Fund Drive supports the day, commemorating the ninth anniversary of G. O. Y. A. and the Holy Cross Theological Seminary in Brookline, Massachusetts.
The Rev. Robert J. Peterson has been ordained as assistant pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church on Molino Avenue. The ordination was conducted by moderator Jacolma Powersall with questions asked to confirm his holy call. Assistants included the Rev. Howard Steward, the Rev. Wilbur M. Franklin Th.D., and the Rev. Richard Irving. A Presbyterian Women’s Association reception followed.
Rev Dr Edwin Z Dalberg told Oberlin’s General Synod that churches must rise above denominational conflicts to guide mankind through the technological era. He urged science and religion to unite, citing an appointment for all people to walk together in faith and love despite differences. The National Council of Churches seeks ecumenical unity among 33 Protestant, Orthodox and Anglican communions.
Southern California Baptists will join delegates from around the world for the Baptist World Alliance Congress in Rio de Janeiro Brazil next June. The U S delegation will be led by Dr Rogers M Smith of the Foreign Mission Board Southern Baptist Convention Richmond Virginia. This marks the tenth congress since 1905 with previous sites including Philadelphia Stockholm Toronto Berlin Atlanta Copenhagen Cleveland and London. Arrangements for Southern California attendees are being organized by the American Express Travel Bureau.
Immanuel Lutheran Church at 345 Carson St will host identical services Sunday at 8:30 and 12:00 with the sermon How Can We Be Sure? Sunday school runs 9:40 to 10:40 A.M. Members of the Memorial and Furnishings Committee meet at 1:30 P.M. for a tour of neighborhood churches. The Thel Trio of Young Adults gather at 6:30 P.M. for Evolution Earl Revolution program. New members will be received at the 9:00 A.M. service Sunday July 28.
The Rev Milton Ellithorpe pastor of the First Foursquare Church at 2416 E 11th St preaches “The Responsibility of a Pastor to His People” in several sermons. Sunday he will reverse the theme and discuss “The Responsibility of the People to the Pastor” with a focus on failing faith in an evening service.
Rev and Mrs Al Russell host Sunday school at 2144 W West Long Beach. Morning service begins 1st and 11th hours with titlesClay in the Poltar's Hands and Barricadas on the Rend to Hall listed as program items for the day.
The fall Interdenominational Leadership Training School sponsored by the Long Beach Council of Interesting and Informative Churches begins Tuesday night Oct. 6 at the First Methodist Church 507 Pacific Ave. The four weeks offer courses for all ages from Kindergarten to adults led by Dr. Gerald LaRue with Rev. Miles Ackerly as dean. Enrollment costs 2.50 per person. Further information available from the Council Church office 1542 7th Street or by phone.
Veteran Lutheran pastor Dr. Gerhard E. Lenski ranks 20 faults of preachers, led by lack of sincerity, urging clearer speech, truer content, better organization, and relevance. He warns preaching is God’s work demanding sincerity and accountability in an educated age.
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