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GABBING ABOUT TOWN MB BY ANNIE H. THORPE TELEPHONE- 832-3029 CHRIST FOR ME The presence of Christ Is the joy of my life, The service of Christ Is the business of my life, The will of Christ Is the law of my life. The glory of Christ Is the crown of my life. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Birthday greetings are extended to the Rev. B.C. Young, Jr. of 716 E. Martin St., who will be celebrating another birthday on March 25. It is hoped that you will live long and hap py so that you will be around to celebrate many, many more and en joy the same. DISTRICT CONDUCTS PROGRAM Missionaries and Christian Educa tion Institute of the Central North Carolina Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church will conduct its program at Grace Chapel AME Zion Church, corner of Hill and Edenton streets, April 2-4. The motto will be “He That Has Ears to Hear, Let Him Hear.” Theme is “Power to Serve the Present Age.” Rev. W.E: Judd is the pastor. The Right Rev. John H. Miller, Sr. is the presiding bishop. Ms. Bernice Miller is episcopal supervisor; Dr. F.K. Woods, presiding elder; Ms. Mattie K. Woods, missionary presi dent; Rev. J.A. Boyd, president; Dr. J.W. Redfem, dean; Rev. Elsie Degraffenreidt, secretary. Classes begin each evening at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend. TO SPONSOR BAKE SALE The Cathedral Choir of Rush Metropolitan AME Zion Church will sponsor a bake sale at the church on Sunday, March 24, following the mor ning service. SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED Our love and deepest sympathy are extended to the Blalock family in the death of their loved one, William Blalock, Jr., last week. May God soon dry up all of your tears, and look for higher things. NOTE: Thanks for your calls and cor respondences. We’ll continue to look forward to your calls. BRO. JAMES THOMAS’ GOSPEL | WORLD Matthew Chapei Holiness Church, Hwy. 55, will have two nights of youth revival Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. Rev. John Wilson, assistant minister of the Church of God of Pro phesy, Apex, will be the speaker. Men’s Day will be observed Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the same location. Rev. Ruffin Turner will be the speaker. A fellowship night will be observed Friday at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Building in Apex, sponsored by the Ninth District Order of the Eastern Star, PHA. All members are asked to bring a covered dish. The Junior Usher Board of Faith Missionary Baptist Church will observe its 16th anniversary Sunday at 5 p.m. Rev. James Isaac, III, will be the speaker with the choir and con gregation of Oberlin Baptist Church. The Pastor’s Aides of Wendell First Baptist Church in Wendell will observe their fourth anniversary Sun day at 3 p.m. Rev. W.A. Morgan will be the speaker. Revival is now in progress nightly at the Church of God of Prophesy, Utley Street in Holly Springs. Sis. Betty Davis is the speaker for the week. The Capitol City Five will sing Sun day at 7 p.m. at Smith Temple Freewill Baptist Church for the September Birthday Building Fund. The Goldenalres of Haw River Bap tist Church, Chatham County, will sponsor a benefit program Sunday at 6 p.m. Rev. Stanley Burnett will be the speaker. ml. li_ n_n_« 4L. LaocUcea United Church of Christ will observe its 14th anniversary Sunday at 4 p.m. with the RTA Gospel Choir and the Garner High School Gospel Choir. Hie Senior Choir, formerly the C.W. Brooks Choir of Pleasant Union United Church of Christ, will observe an anniversary Sunday at 2 p.m. An Easter program will be presented Sunday it 3 p.m. at St. Augusta Freewill Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina. A 12 Tribes Rally will be held Sun day at 4 p.m. at Deliverance Cathedral of Love. Rev. Bona part will be the speaker. The 24th anniversary of Earl Royal Gospel Hour will be held Sunday at 7 p.m. at Johnston Central Alumni Center in Smithfield. A Praise, Healing and Deliverance Service will be presented Friday at 7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 2410 Creech Road. Rev. Patricia Jones will be the speaker. A musical baby contest program will be presented Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at Felton Grove Baptist Church, with the SHM Youth Choir of Apex, solo by seven-year-old Josha Anderson and two-year-old Charietta Renee Barnes of Fuquay, and others. The First Aides of St. Matthew Bap tist Church on Louis burg Road will sponsor a musical program Sunday at 3 p.m. The Church of God for All People in Fuquay is now celebrating its an niversary nightly at 7:30 p.m., with different speakers. The Willow Spring Gospel Choir will observe its 10th anniversary Sun day at 2 p.m. at WUlow Spring Freewill Baptist Church, Clayton. Sis. McNeil of New Jerusalem will be the speaker Sunday at 3 p.m. at St. Matthew Church in Zebulon. Pastor Willis Barnes and Freedom Temple House of Prayer will render service Friday at 8 p.m. at Bible-Way Holiness Church in Garner. Family and Friendship Day will be celebrated Sunday at 11:15 a.m. Evangelist Ronnie and Linda Jones will be the speakers. Services will be held Sunday at 4 p.m. with the Con gregational Holy Church and others at the same location. Sunday School is held each week at 10 a.m. with worship service at 11:30 a.m. at True-Way Church of God in Christ Jesus, 323 Lynch St., Apex. Tupper Memorial Baptit Church Senior Choir will render service Sun day at 4 p.m. at Mapel Temple United Church of Christ. The Mass Choir’s first anniversary will be celebrated Sunday at 5 p.m. at Jones Hill Baptist Church, with the Pilgrim Travelers, the Gospel Pearlettes, special guests the Mighty Golden Bells, and others. Bro. Elvis Harris and the Carolina Wonders will observe their fourth singing anniversary Sunday at Rolesville Elementary School, Rolesville. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the program begins at 5 p.m. St. John AME Church will have a memorial service for the late George Tucker Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Dinner will be served. The church is located at 3001 Try on Road, Raleigh.' Bishop Timpson and the Young Adult Choir will be in charge of ser vices Sunday at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Freewill Baptist Church in Willow iuc rauurci ouaiu wm spun sor a musical program Sunday art: 30 p.m. at the same location, with the Bracey Singers of Angier and others. Hie Travelettes and Co. will spon sor a spring celebration and gospel program at the Raleigh Safety Chib Sunday .The doors open at 4 p.m. and the program begins at 5 p.m. The Missionary Department of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. Marcus Ingram, pastor, will observe its anniversary Sunday at 6 p.m. Rev. Turner and congregation of Hollands Chapel will be the guests. The Chancellor Choir of First Bap tist Church in Franklinton will observe their second anniversary Sunday at 4 p.m. The Enloe High School Gospel Choir will be presented in concert Sunday at 3 p.m. at Mt. Vernon United Church of Christ, Clayton. Rev. Kenneth Lewis will render service Saturday at 7 p.m. at St. John United Holy Church In Zebukm. Music will be provided by Mt. Carmel AME Church, Bailey, and First Bap tist Church, Wendell. Noonday prayer is now bong held each weekday at Deliverance Taber nacle Holy Church, located off the Old Stage Road. Sunday School is held each week at 10:30 a.m. with worship service at 11:30 a.m. Evangelist Larry Badger will be the speaker Sunday at 3 p.m. at the same looition, for the Young People’s Program. Deliverance Tabernacle Holiness Church and Sylvia Oiapel will render service Friday At 7:30 p.m. at Green Hill Baptist Church. Bro. Teddy Harris and the Golden Wings will be at Macedonia Pentecostal Holiness Church, Nor folk, Va., Sunday at 1 p.m. Bishop M.S. Hussein will be the UNITED CHURCH FOR ALL PEOPLE Sunday School opened at 10 a.m. The lesson was “Guidance About Marriage,” I Corinthians 7:3-16. The morning service started at 11 a.m. with Bro. Chavis at the organ and Rev. Carter making the call to wor ship. The hymn for the morning was “O How I Love Jesus.” Invocation was by the pastor while the choir chanted “Pray for Me.” The second hymn was “At the Cross.” Scripture was taken from Isaiah 55. Gloria Patri was followed by the recognition of visitors by Bro. Massenburg and prayer time by Bro. Perry. A special selection of “Call Him Up” was led by Sis. Campbell. The morning sermon was taken from Isaiah 55:1 on the subject, “Gospel Invitation.” He said when you accept Jesus Christ in your life, your walk will be different, your talk will be different, and you wear a smile. When the Lord touches you, you can’t explain it to anyone, but you have a burning in your soul. Some folk feel they don’t need Jesus, because they have fine homes, cars, are doing fine. As soon as hard luck hits them, they call on God and say, “Just as I Am.” If you make one step, God will make two. Come to Jesus while you can. He will not turn you away. He said, "i go to prepare a place lor you.” He will not turn you away. Seek the Lord. Salvation is free. Let Him walk and talk with you. Put your hand in God’s hand. The closing hymn was “Christ is All.” Visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Joyner, the Wilder family, Sadie Donaldson, Wanda McMullen, Willie McCargo. ANNOUNCEMENTS Men’s Day will be held next Sun day, March 24, at 11 a.m. Rev. Burt will be the speaker for the day. Choir rehearsal will be held Satur day at 1 p.m. On the sick list are Ms. Rose Doves, Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Copeland, Alex Hughes, Christopher Whitaker, Ms. Christine Williams, Ms. Cora McAliley. We welcome Mr. and Mrs. Joe Perry to our church. We are so glad to have you. We have been praying that you would join. Church reporter is Hallowees Saunders. OAK CITY BAPTIST Superintendent James McFadden opened Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Classes devoted time to the discus sion of the lesson, “Guidance About Marriage,” I Corinthians 7:3-16. It was emphasized that marriage is to be a permanent relationship marked by mutual consideration. Morning worship began with an organ prelude by Ms. Cynthia Sanders. Music was rendered by the Male Chorus with Ms. Lorraine Davenport at the piano. Children’s Hour was conducted by Rev. Patrice Fields. After commen ting on the theme song, “Jesus Loves Me,” Rev. Fields repeated Psalms 133. She chose as her topic, “Relation ships.” She stated that one should have a good relationship with God and others. Pastor William T. Newkirk began a series of messages that will be con cluded on Easter Sunday. His topic was “Born to Die,” John 13:81-32. He stated Jesus’ purpose for coming into the world was to save man from sin. On Saturday at 7:30 a m., the men of Oak City met for breakfast and the organization of the Laymen’s League. Paul Pope, Jr. was elected president. Congratulations are extended to Paul Pope, Jr. on his recognition as a Black Achiever by the YMCA. He weas honored at the Black Achievers Banquet on Thursday night at the Holiday Inn. Some members of Oak City attending the banquet were Richard H. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Pope, Sr., Joseph Pope, Ms. Gertrude Pope and Ms. Lois Pope Hunter. The Raleigh-Apex NAACP held its annual Freedom Fund Banquet on Saturday night at Shaw University. Evangelist Shirley Caesar thrilled the audience with her speech. Congratulations are extended to fMs. Gertrude Pope and others who received life NAACP membership plaques. The Easter Cantata will be held March 24 at 3 p.m. The public is in vited to attend this program at Oak City Baptist Church. BRIGHT HOPE DIVINE HOLY CHURCH OF GOD, INC. We had a very inspiring lesson in Sunday School. The title of the lesson was “Guidance About Marriage.” Praise service was conducted by Evangelist Betty Crisp and Evangelist Deborah Gordon. The morning service began at 11:45 a.m. with Evangelist Annie Blackmor presiding. Music was rendered by the Bright Hope Male Chorus. Elder Charles Atkinson prayed for the sick and shut-in. Minister Joyce Alston read the scripture. Renee Wiggins welcomed the visitors and gave the announcements for the week. Evangelist Blackmon introduced the speaker for the morn ing service, Eldress Mary White, who delivered the morning message. The message was titled “Seek Ye First,” Matthew 6:33-34. The speaker stated that we were seeking the wrong things from God. Seek the kingdom of God first in everything and in every aspect of life. We must live here on earth before we can live in Heaven. While seeking God ask Him to remove old attitudes, un forgiving spirits, foolish talking, negative ways, old opinions and self. Self can keep us from receiving bless ings from God. We must learn to seek God for the smallest of things to the . .ROBERT MERRITT Funeral service* for the late Robert Merritt, of 10UW S. Wilm ington St., were held Monday, March It, in the Lightner Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed In the Raleigh National Cemetery. Surviving are daughter, Pam Pulley of Raleigh; slater, Annie L. Merritt of Raleigh; brothers. Un wood W. Merritt and Lester Merritt, both of lUleigh; and four grand children. Arrangements were handled by Lightner Funeral Home. WILSON BOYKINS Wilson $oykins, 1804 Boaz St., Raleigh, died March 14. Ar rangements were by Lea Funeral Home. MS. LILLIE MAE FELLERS BALL Funeral services for the late Ms. Lillie Mae Fellers Ball, 90, of 415 La mont St., were held Monday, March 18. at the Lightner Funeral Home speaker Sunday at 11 a.m. at Mission Temple Community Freewill Baptist Church. The annual Holy Union will take place Friday at Mt. Pleasant Holy Church, 1424 Sawyer Road. Pastor Curtis Reid will be the speaker. Pastor Ellis Keith will be the speaker Sunday at 3 p.m. at the same location. Morning service will be held Sun day at 11 a m. at the Greater Ebenezer Holiness Church. Pastor Overseer W.R. Turner will be the speaker. Rogers Chapel CME Church family will celebrate its church an niversary Sunday at 2f30 p.m. Rev. Bobby Best and congregation of Young Missionary Temple Church will be in charge of services. Dinner will be served. Chapel. Burial followed In the Carolina Biblical Gardens. Surviving are spouse, James H. Ball; daughter, Agnes S. Penny ; five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter^-Viola S: McLeod; one son, Luther Sanders; and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Fellers. Arrangements were handled by Lightner Funeral Home. - FRED P. DEBNAM Funeral services for the late Fred P. Debnam, 62, of Route 2, Box 199, were held Wednesday, March 20, at the Good Hope Baptist Church'. Burial followed in.the church cemetery. Surviving are sons, Fred P* Deb nam, n of Dallas, Texas, Jerry P. Debnam and Kenneth C. Debnam, both of Greensboro; sisters, Renella Debnam, Virginia Seawell, Swtutola McKinnon and Phyllis Dunn, all of Raleigh; brothers, Garnell M. Deb nam, Judson H. Debnam and Clarence R. Debnam, all of Raleigh, Dwight C. Debnam of Washington, D.C.; and four grandchildren. Arrangements were handled b> Lightner Funeral Home. MS. HENLEN CANNADY Ms. Henlen Cannady, 1412 Lioni Way, Raleigh, died March 17. Ar rangements were by Haywooc Funeral Home. MS. ODESSA B. DENNIS Ms. Odessa B. Dennis, Hillhavei Convalescent Home, Raleigh, diet March 17. Arrangements were hand] ed by Haywood Funeral Home. WILUE M. MCCLAIN Willie M. McClain, 120 Carver St. Raleigh, died March 16.. Ar rangements were by Haywooi Funeral Home. largest. Many wonderful things will be added unto us after we seek the kingdom of God. In the evening service, Eldress Mary White continued the message about seeking the kingdom of God. Prayer and Bible study will be held Wednesday at 8 p.m. Prayer is held Thursday at 8 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Church reporter is R. La Sane. RUSH METROPOLITAN AME ZION It was the third Sunday, and Youth Day and Quarterly Conference Day were observed. The presiding elder, Dr. F.K. Woods, of Fayetteville was with the church and held his second quarterly conference for the Raleigh District. Church School began at 9:30 a.m. with the superintendent, Jesse Degraffenreidt, in charge. He con ducted the devotional period while all classes were assembled. At the close of these, the classes moved to their places and began lesson study periods. Returning to the sanctuary at 10:15 a.m., they listened to a general review of the lesson given by Ms. Eula Turner. Remarks and an nouncements followed. Then came class reports and the awarding of banners. With the singing of “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” and the repeating of the Church School miz pah, this phase of worship ended. At 10:55 a.m., the organ and piano preludes were heard, being played by Ms. Ethel Jeffreys and Mr. Cox. Then came the processional, led by members of the Junior Choir and Spiritual Chorus. As they paused around the altar, the call to worship, scripture and song of praise were given by the pastor, Rev. Claude E. Willie, III. The invocation and choral response followed. The first hymn of preparation was “Praise Him, Praise him.” The responsive reading was for the nth Sunday morning, led by the pastor. The gloria Patri followed. Scripture lesson was then read by Rev. Vann McClean from the gospel of John 19 comprising seven verses. Hie pastoral prayer was offend by Neal Sanders. The hymn of praise was “Near the Cross.” The members then reaffirmed their faith in the1 Apostles’ Creed. Announcements were given by the pastor. Then came, the ministry of kindness and altar call, with a soul-stirring prayer by Rev. Jean Thomas. Selections of “All I Need is In Jesus” and “God is Able” wen dm by the Spiritual Chorus. The pastor then introduced Dr. F.K. Woods, toe presiding elder of the Raleigh District, who delivered a powerful gospel message, having chosen Us discourse from I John 1:9 on the su bject, “It’s No Use.” He said if we make mistakes, John reminds us that God is sincere and able to bring us out of sin and degradation. If you want to win life’s race, when you fall, get up. One must always be faithful. as the invitation to Christian discipleship was extended, the choirs sang “Just As I Am.” The offering and recognition of visitors followed. Benediction and recessional were next, closing the morning service. Immediately after the service, the presiding elder held his second quarterly conference with all of the officers, groups, class leaders and presidents of boards answering to the roll call by reporting the progress and financial status of their groups. To these the presiding elder commented. Rev. Jean Thomas was presened to the presiding elder for consideration, at which time she presented her credentials. She will be a great asset to the church and districtd. She was gladly received. Remarks of toe elder and Ms. Mattie K. Woods, the presi- f dent of the district Woman’s Home | and Overseas Society, were followed by the benediction. Ms, Annie H. Thorpe is church reporter. Area Schools Introduce MOBIUS Program Aides - If your children say they’re learn ing trash in school, they could be more serious than you think. Recent ly, Browning-Ferris Industries, Inc. introduced the MOBIUS curriculum to the students of Wake County elementary schools. BFI, with input from teachers across North America, developed the MOBIUS curriculum to heighten awareness among fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade students about the impor tance and advantages of responsible management of solid waste and recycling. A quiz bowl was held at Bugg Elementary on Cooper Road last week. According to North Carolina teachers who have been introduced to the curriculum, MOBIUS will in fluence student attitudes and values, which may in turn affect parents. Furthermore, they say, the program seems to provide a well-defined, easy-to-follow curriculum. The MOBIUS curriculum teaches children about solid waste handling options, from recycling and landfills to incinerators and composting. By involving students in quizzes, class; discussions, art projects, skits, math games and puzzles, the curriculum makes the subject accessible—and fun—for children who learn in a Blalock, Former Educator Dies At Age 51 William E. Blalock, Jr., 51, of 707 Hadley Road, Raleigh, died Tuesday. Blalock had been a teacher at Gold Sand Middle School for almost six years. A native of Raleigh, Blalock was a graduate of J.W. Ligon High School in Raleigh, and had a B.A. from Shaw University in elementary education. Blalock taught in the Wake County School System from 1967 until 1972. Prom 1972 through 1974 he was a rehabilitation counselor with the State of North Carolina. He taught in Beaufort County for 11 yean, from 1974 to 1985, when he began teaching in Franklin County. " The funeral service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Rush Metropolitan AME Zion Church in Halelgh. Burial will be at Carolina Biblical Gardens, also in Raleigh. Blalock is survived by his wife, Ms. A. Willie M. Blalock of the home; daughten, Katesha L. Blalock and Kimberly Nicole Williams, both of Raleigh, Kimberly Harrington of Atlanta, Ga.; sons, Dr. William E. I Blalock, III of Nashville, Tenn., Mon tique L. Blalock of Raleigh; father, William, E. Blalock, Sr., of Raleigh, one sister, Ms. Eleanor B. Randolph of Raleigh; one brother, Rev. Charles F. Blalock of Morganton, and one ' grandchild. I Arrangements were by Lightner Funeral Home. variety of ways. The quiz bowl is one of eight activities provided by the curriculum. The cirriculum easily integrates in to existing lesson plans by enhancing science and math concepts. Reading skills through vocabulary recognition are also recognized. In addition, the activities MOBIUS provides offer great opportunities for ongoing student participation. Parents look forward to their children’s exposure to environmental education. As part of its push toward an im proved environment, Wake County, in conjunction with the City of Raleigh, has developed a processing center for the area. Instruction has begun, and the city hopes to have it completed by late spring. The facility will receive pre-sorted recyclable materials, such as glass bottles and jars, newspapers, aluminum and bi metal cans and plastic PET bottles. MOBIUS satisfies the state re quirements for environmental educa tion programs resulting from Senate Bill 111—An Act to Improve the Management of Solid Waste. Also, as part of the bill, the state plans to develop a more efficient system of managing solid waste to reduce at least 25 percent of the total waste BUVaiU uuvufu ft vwjtvuub wiftiwuj 1993. Counties are now required to develop and implement recycling and education programs. ' In November, Dr. Jake Brown, science consultant to the North Carolina Department of Public In struction, informed BFI that the state had approved the MOBIUS cur riculum for use in school systems throughout North Carolina. Accor ding to Dr. Brown, “The MOBIUS curriculum has been reviewed and meets the requirements of Senate Bill 111 as an effective recycling/en vironmental education program. The science section of the State Depart Ment of Public Instruction endorses the use of BFI’s MOBIUS instruc tional materials to assist students in learning selected environmental ob jectives in the North Carolina Stan dard Course of Study. BFI, the developer of MOBIUS, is one of the world’s largest publicly held waste handling companies. BFI collects, transports, treats, and disposes of commercial, residential, and municipal solid waste. The com pany also manages resource recovery facilities, landfilling, com posting, and recycling. BFI’s sub sidiaries and affiliate operate in ap proximately 423 locations serving nearly 880 communities in the United States, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Puerto Rico,. Spain, the United Kingdom, and Venezuela. The company’s corporate headquarters is iojiaiMtAn TnM * Submerge a lemon in hot water for 16 minutes before squeezing it to get almost twice as much juice.