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Ke Sunday Ihool Lesson John Bcayboy, Salem MMonary BapMst Church 8mm4mD0c*mkmli, 1994 HoUOm f# Your Fmktk f MmkrnrJ 1:2-15 ? I. Jeka tk* lmftiry (Matt. 11:2-3) U. Jem* torn (11:4-*) 111. J*mu' AmrmtalUm ?f John (11:7-15) L J?4m foe Hmkat't tmmatry (M*L 11:2-3) ohti iiad aum preaching repen tance and ms^baptfosMjathe means thejpuoptehTtafced to^rmMnaay lulu wi the WM|c lad nbmh Now after baptizing If? IM imig afting him as the Messiah he hoe hero ml to prim. No doubt John h^dwAtstha )? PnSOn UKMoo^ liak Johfl (COl tWO discipiCStO<|lseB tisa Jem at lo whether He was the Messiah that he had be en preaching about, or did they need lobe looking for someone else Apparently John of prison, or maybe the devil was trying lo trip him up Whatever the case John had a tarnation in his aund ?to whether Jesus was the Messiah. Ik is easy to say you believe and trust God when you are on the mountain top. When you are in the valley mid it seams everything has gone sour for ao apparent reason, you can have a mmmcy to doubi ? het tier God will dtwhat He says He will do John was is prim for leiliag the truth, so one caa see how the devil could use that umatioa to question His hath. These i are times be our Christian lives that m have doubts' aud we aend aasur W*w uaew^F^^r u^mutws* uunwuw ^^rwr smn^s^un us^s^^^wo sKefrom Jesus that He is truly our IL Jesus ilespous. (11:4*) the aatwsr Jesus give lo the dw cglss was simple Go tell John about Iks nracfcsTnow the Mind see. the kpn use cleansed, the deafhear, the dead are raised, and the gospel . ? lM tin _ SK5 fobc it would dom ?cU to dunk about where He brougln klauLTlu^iw!' premtoa oT Rone, but kenToneele comfort and pve peace lo the jo- oi ?mWe need lo tarn in ditto* that God gave us when He mvedus Without Jesus there is no pence; uei ther is there a rclatioiulup with God When ?C have doubts about (? A lei no (top and listen for dun atiU small vwtowiarewnl asofwh* God m. Jems' Affinuden (11:7-15) After Join's disriplta departed Jons told the crowd about Join lie Baptist Even though Join thought he had fciled miserably Jean told the people that John had accomplished what he came to do. He had been seat to announce the coming oT the Mes siah, and preach the kingdom oT Heaven to the nation of Israel to pre athem for His coming. While doubted himself Jesns pro claimed Him lobe the Create* among men; yet m Heaven the ton* is grenler The message bearer is of great impor tancc, but Uxwc that receive the mes sage are equally important Some time we think link ofourselves when wc arc tryrag to do something for the Lord; but if we are sincere it tsju* as important to Ood as the well known evangelist that is leading numbers to Christ If you are God's child yon are important John the Baptist like you and I was human. Disappointments came his way and like mo* of us when the loach ness, heart break, or despair comes wc begin to doubt and feel sorry for ourselves. Let this les son find a lodging piacc in our hearts, tb* Jesus is what He claims to be and will do what He says We are impor tant to Cod, so important that He gave His only Son that we might have lift eternal If you are not Saved Please accept Jesus now as your personal saviour. In closing task Christians to Pray for our Sheriff Brother Glenn May nor He has an awesome job be fore him. Pray that God gives him Wisdom and courage lo carry out his duties God Bless You until Next Week ^ ??? Sanderson and Lowry to Wed Christmas Eve and Courtney Brook* Lowry mn om December 24. Mis* Sanderson, daughter of Vergie Sanderson and the late WU i. Hum Smndenon, graduated from South Robeoom High School in 1996, Pembroke Stmt* University in 1990, * and East Carolina University School of Medicine in 1994. She is em ployed by Pkt County Memorial Hospitml of Greenville, NC. Herfiance is the son of Mr. end Mrs. Marvin Lowry of Pambtoke. He graduated from Wool Robeson High School in 1996 and East Caro lina University in 1991. He is em h . Pji o./4,,, t /?/)A?pc/iM ui7/i? The wedding is planned for De cember 24th mt 3:00 p.m. at New Bethel Holiness Methodist Church, Rowland. Friends and Relatives are tmwkad So attend. [ Readers Forum ] Rep. Frances Cummings Responds . ? " THE STONE BUILDER RE JECTS BECOMES THE HEAD CORNERSTONE I am (be Honorable Frances McArthurCummings. an" A+" Leg islator Award rccipie at (NC AE) who has been extremely successful in the NC House of Representatives Being an educator of rover thirty years and was also the I . President of the North Carolina Association of Educators, 2. Associate Executive Director of the NCAE, 3. A seven year member of the Board of Direc tors of the National Education Asso ciation, and 4. A member of the Edu cation aad the Appropriation Educa tioti Committees in the General As sembly, lean take a bouquet for hav ing Pembroke Stale University in cluded in the extra appropriations to receive mi II ions of dollars to be added to its budget and thousands of dollars for scholarships for Native Ameri cans. Pembroke State University is located in Rep. Ron Sutton's District 85. I am always willing to give adults and children the opportunity to be educated because 'Education is The Key to Progress'. In the November 24.1994 Educa tion of Community News-Advertiser, 1 'never' mentioned the names who - were the 'irresponsible leaders', but there is an old saying, "Whoever the shoe fits, wearit Rep. Sutton knows himselfbetter than I or anyone else. Is he realty admitting to himself and others thai he is incaponsfole'? Had 1 ever believed Rep Sutton was ine sponsibie, I would have never given to him the opportunities lobe sealed ww MrrtwmitliyfYwImrAir. ingray 1992 Elections'activities and to appear as participant on my pro grams. thus giving him more expo sure as a candidate Abo. I would not have advised Rep. Sutton when he came to my office or desk during the 1993-94 session in the House of Rep resentatives Every intelligent person had known that I would'not have added my name to the Democratic Straight Ticket Ad, because there was a Re publican Candidate, and 1 will repeat, I am a True State Representative for Republicans. Democrats, and those who are not affiliated with any politi cal party. How could anyone believe 1 would have been so foolish to support only a Democratic Straight Ticket? I can be described as black; my constituents can be also described as black, white, or red, but we all have the same'Red Blood'flowing through our veins as Rep. Ron Sutton. We all are of the Human Race I did not make a 'Political Deci sion' not to add my name to the Straight Democratic Ticket, it was a "WISE DECISION". I regret I had remained for so many years as a Democrat. I have wasted Almighty God's 'Precious Time'. Being known as a Democrat did not give to me the Wiadom and Understanding 1 am Blessed with to revise and write new Stale haws for ALL People of Robeson, Hoke, and Scotland Counties ? District 87 to have Happier Years Ahead. In 1993 94,1 introduced ten bills; was suc cessful with eight, and two remained ; in committee I co-sponsored over 184 House Bills. Each vote cast for me in 1996 will be a Blessed Contri bution toward a Better Tomorrow' for the Voter, Family and Friends and less sleep for me. Rep Sutton remember, "When Almighty God be for you. no man can be against you " The Republican Party's symbol is the elephant This symbol speaks for itself - "STRENGTH". I am very Happy while a few Democrats have tried and failed to convince "Wise People" to listen and accept their expressed 'ill-thoughts' toward my re-election 1996. lama 100%Quali fied. Successful, Loyal Legislator for Robeson, Hoke, and Scotland Coun ties - District 87 ALL WISE REG ISTERED VOTERS will re-elect Me Looking forward to seeing Rep. Ron Sutton in the General Assembly in 1995 Rep. Sutton, JESUS said " MY PEACE I LEAVE WITH YOU" and SO DO I The Honorable Frances McArtkur Cammings, District 97. Carotiaa ladlaa Voice is published every Thursday by First American Publications 304 Normal St - College Plaza Advertise Your Business In Our Business Directory! "Feelings From the Heart" Contemporary Native American Art Exhibit to Open in Greensboro The Guilford Native American Art Gallery is pleased to announce the opening reception of 'Feelings From the Heart" a Contemporary Native American Art Exhibit by Connie Jenkins. The reception will be held Sunday, December 11,1994 from 2 S p m at the Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 North Davie Street. As part of the Opening Reception. Ms. Jenkins will present an artist talk and signing of her work. Connie Jenkins is an enrolled member of the Cherokee Nation of the Western Bank and resides in Lo cust Grove, Oklahoma. Familiar with the country and its ways, Ms. Jenkins has a great appre ciation for what she sees... "Knowing ' that it's here only for a season." "I've been blessed with a talent that 1 do not understand lt'scomfort able and simple, doing each piece and having an understanding of what to do next. This is not of me, but of a higher power , this gift to create, for this I am thankful," states Ms Jenkins The feelings and memories that last a lifetime are what Ms. Jenkins shares with the appreciative eye and heart "My appreciation for nature and all her beauty has opened my eyes to what I am willing to offer, what I am willing to share and what I am open to accept, states Ms Jenkins "Nature offers man) simple pleasures. ..the touch, a smell, beaut) and feelings from the heart." From Contemporary design and style to the traditional Native Ameri can flat style, Ms. Jenkins works are available in fine art limited edition prints, original works in acrylic, gouache, pencil, wood carving and a new developing style in clay sculpt ing. With no formal training. Connie began her full time professional ca reer as an artist in 1986 Winning numerous awards in painting and sculpting, her works can be found in collections throughout the United States. Europe. Japan and Saudia Arabia. In addition to the reception on Sunday, December II. the Greens boro Cultural Center tenants will be sponsoring a Holiday Open House from 2-5 p.m The Open House will host international entertainment with performances by many local cultural groups and other activities for chil dren and adults. All performances are free and open to the public Also available for sale will be personalized Native American wooden ornaments., "Feelings From the Heart" will be on exhibit at the Guilford Native American Art Gallery from Decem ber II-February 25 Agnes Chavis Elected to Executive Committee Joseph Abcyla (Tewa. Santa Clara Pueblo) has been elected chairman of the National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) for fiscal year 1993. NACIE members cast their votes for Abcyta during a full-counci I meeting in Denver. Cofo. Nov . 14 17. 1994 Abcyta. currently superintendent. Santa fc Indian School. Santa Fc. N.M.. was among 1.3 individuals ap pointed to NACIE by President Clinton this summer As the newj) elected NACIE chairman. Abcyla has identified two key education related areas for council emphasis: working with the new Congress and working toward unity among all American Indian/Alaska Native organizations involved in Indian education. " It is obvious with the changes on the national scene, we must become organized to work with the new lead ership and present the most compre hensive agenda as possible that re sponds to the fthrralfon of Indian children and adults.' Abcyta said "There is a need for unity, and NACIE plans to work on coordinat ing efforts between Indian parents and cducalorsal the local level as w ell as with major American I ndian orga nizations at the national level." Abcyta has served as the superin tendent of the Santa Fc Indian School since 1979. He is currently working on his Ph.D.. University of Califor nia-Berkeley. He received a M.Ed., from Harvard University in Educa tion Administration and rtccivcd a B A from New Mexico Highlands in Education Administration and Soci ology In addition to thechairman'sckc tion. the following members were selected to serve on the council s executive committee: First Vice Chairperson. Sheny Red Owl (Rose bud Sioux) education director. Rose bud Sioux Tribe. Rosebud. S.D.: Sec ond Vice Chairperson. Janinc Pease Windy boy (Crow) president. Little Bib Horn Community College. Crow Agency. Mont: First mcmbcr-at largc. Warren J. Scylcr (Spokane) tribal chairman. Spokane Tribe of Indians. Wcllpirut. Wash; and Sec ond mcmbcr-at-largc. Agnes Chavis (Lumboc) retired educator. Pembroke. NC 521-2826 to Subscribe ?u Buy Your Christmas Fruit Now! 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The idea behind The Great Weight Race" is the I same as the "NuCiae" nutrition and exercise program, another of SRMCs many Wellness programs which also indude "Freedom From Smoking." "Supermarket Tours" nH nutrition awareness and "The Body Shop" for overweight young people. PVia, a variety of health screenings. tjjh If you'd Ike to turn over a new leaf, call Eileen at (910) 671^5895 for more information on our Lifestyle Wellness Programs, Filtm Harkins with participant 4 A ? * 4 V SOUTHEASTERN ? REGIONAL " MEDICAL CENTER Touching Your Life Through Education 300 West 27th Street, Lumheiton. NC 28359, (910) 671-5000
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