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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1984
Page
7
Delbert Regier, pastor of South Shafter Mennonite Brethren Church, reflects on Easter as a living Savior who brings peace with God and steadfast presence through every challenge, echoing Christ’s promise to be with followers always.
The sermon emphasizes Resurrection Sunday as God’s proof of life through Christ and the promise of eternal life for believers. The Church of Jesus in Shafter invites all to receive this resurrection power, with Pastors Rev. and Mrs. Tom Baker of Shafter Christian Assembly guiding the message.
The United Methodist Church offers Easter greetings inviting participation in worship and church school. It highlights faith, grace, and renewal through Easter, urging attendees to experience joy rather than explain it and to join services at 9:45 for church school and 11:00 for worship with special music.
A church message contrasts pagan Easter customs with Christian belief. The speaker cites Romans 10:9-10 and 1 Thessalonians 4:14, affirming Jesus’ victory over death and the promise of believers’ resurrection at the trumpet call. Bette B. Freeman of The People's Church in the Theatre delivers the message.
Daily events include CBMC Prayer Breakfast at 6:30 a.m. at Yee's, Kiwanis at noon, Vet's Hall, Lions at 7 p.m. at Shafter Motel. Birthdays and anniversaries listed for Riley Ashby Martinez, Brant Cotton, Mary Epp, Maryellen Newman, Wallace Ryker, Joyce Ryker, Seth Rollins, Bret Allen, Deanna Root, John Enns, Bill Schneider, Janice Schneider, Evans Wright, Callie Wright, Lynette Newman, Jean Channeson, Margaret Penner, Barbara Peters, Alma Smith, Joe Voth. Rotary noon at Elk's Club.
Giving thanks for six weeks since Ash Wednesday, St. Therese Church says they prepared for Easter by prayer, fasting, and alms giving. Now ready for the great Easter festival to thank the Risen Lord for all He has done.
The piece presents Resurrection Sunday as the greatest Christian day marking release from sin, renewal of life, rest in God's plan, and the promise of Heaven. It emphasizes faith in Jesus as the resurrection and life, and invites readers to join in the celebration of these four themes.
A 1984 reflection highlights the Cross and empty tomb as central to the Gospel, quoting I Corinthians 15 14 and declaring Resurrection power in stillness. The message invites readers to join in observing the Resurrection and its spiritual significance.
An Easter greeting recalling the early Christian practice of saying He is risen and He is risen indeed. The text highlights the resurrection, the empty cross and grave, and the celebratory message of Easter. It ends with wishes for a happy Easter.
The Wasco Shafter Home Lake Women's Auxiliary announces its 15th annual spring luncheon at Wasco First Baptist Church fellowship hall on Thursday April 26 from 11 30 a.m. to 1 30 p.m. Tickets are four dollars and available from Jerine Rekosh or at the door. Take out lunches and pies by the slice or whole pie are offered. Proceeds support Hume Lake Christian Camps housing for staff and participants.
Richland School District announces kindergarten registration for fall entry on May 1 to 3 at the Primary School Cafetorium from 1 30 to 3 30 p m Parents may register in alphabetical order by last name May 1 A through G May 2 H through P May 3 Q through Z Children born on or before December 1 1979 are eligible for kindergarten Those born on or before December 1 1978 may enroll in first grade Immunization and physical exam records are required and some exemptions apply Religious objection allowed.
Mr and Mrs Davis of Bakersfield welcomed Erica Leann born February 27 1984 at Greater Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. She weighed eight pounds one and a half ounces and measured 21 inches long. She is joined by sister Erin aged two years seven months. Proud grandparents are Herman and Anna Osborn of Shafter and L D and Jean Moshier of Bakersfield.
William and Carol Howard of Shafter announce the birth of their third baby girl Heather Leann born April 11 at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. She weighed 9 pounds 15 ounces and measured 22 inches long. She joins sisters Tracy and Laura. Grandparents are Fields and Rosella Caveness. paternal grandma Terri Harkema and great aunt Anna Hunter.
A son named Matthew Edward Brummett was born April 15 to Ron and Louise Brummett of Bakersfield. The newborn weighed 6 pounds 6½ ounces and measured 20 inches in length. A sister named Randi and proud grandparents Ed and Dorothy Brummett of Weldon and Roy and Lucy Ratzlaff of Shafter celebrate the new arrival.
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