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• September 8, 1986
  ===== DSC04930.JPG ===== God Speaks To The Super Seventh Christian Leadership Congress God’s Word says that when the Lord first called the Prophet Samuel, he was a young boy who didn’t know the Lord and couldn’t yet recognize God’s Word. He was able to get in touch only after Eli the priest sent him back to bed with the proper response: “Speak, LORD; for thy servant heareth”. Those words from I Samuel 3:9 were the theme and clarion call in Columbia South Carolina as African Methodists from across the State and the Connection gathered for this year’s Seventh Episcopal District Leadership Congress. The Congress was the result of months of planning by the Leader- ship of the Seventh District’s Clergy and Laity, led on by our innovative and dynamic Presiding Bishop, the Right Reverend Frederick C, James. The Conference theme, in fact, was prayerfully suggested by our Bishop in the hope that it would motivate us to let the Lord speak to us. That theme was unanimously ap- proved by the Congress Executive Planning Committee. The wisdom of this choice was borne out by the words and deeds of the Congress participants, All week long, the voice of Jesus could be heard, The Lord spoke on the morning and into the afternoon of Tuesday, July 8, as the Presiding Elders of the Super Seventh made record break- ing reports. Records were set not only in the traditional report items, World Metho NAIROBI—Comprehensive economic sanctions against the apar- theid government of South African “to make possible a less violent resolution of the South African tragedy” was called for here by an international conference of Metho- dists from 90 countries. The 500-member World Methodist Council adopted a ten-point list of steps to “bring about a positive change, and to establish a free and just society in South Africa.” The ac- tion of the council then was confirm- ed by a virtually unanimous vote of the more than 2,500 persons attend- ing the 15th World Methodist Con- ference at the Kenyatta Interna- After the votes had been taken, it was announced that an unspecified number of members of the delega- tion from the Methodist Church of Southern Africa had abstained from voting on the state. Among other things the resolu- tion: * Calls on all Methodist bodies around the world “to divest their funds immediately from corpora- tions and banks that have direct or indirect ties to South Africa;” * Asks World Methodist Council member bodies “‘to advocate to their governments a policy of monitored, mandatory, comprehensive econo- mic sanctions, in order to make more possible a less violent resolution of Bishop F. C. James —_— the South African tragedy” and to make provision for economic aid to nations bordering on South Africa which would suffer loss because of sanctions, and assistance for in- dividuals in South Africa who would be affected;” ” * Calls for the “unconditional release of Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners and detainees, and the safé return home of South Africans in exile; * Asks an immediate end to the state of emergency declared by the Botha government, the withdrawal of the South African Defense Force, an end to violence and loss of life in townships, and a halt to raids by the South African government in neigh- but also in a strong kick off to the 1986 Self-Help Rally for Allen Uni- versity and in a special offering to our brothers and sisters in Africa, to be delivered by Bishop James and the South Carolina Delegation following the World Methodist Con- gress in Kenya, who will also go to Lesotho and Capetown, South Africa. In between Tuesday’s morning and evening reporting sessions, the Lord kept speaking in the Midday Partnership Service. The service, conceived by Bishop James, was an initial effort to promote a closer working relationship between South Carolina’s AME’s and black Bap- tists. At the service, God spoke through the Rev. S. C. Cureton, President of the State Baptist and Educational Missionary Convention. Rev. Cureton gave a hint of things to come. He energized those in at- tendance, dealing with Deutero- nomy 5:24 and using as a theme, “Let God Speak.” The Lord continued to speak in Christian Fellowship following the Partnership Service as ALL of those in attendance were treated to lunch at Columbia’s S & S Cafeteria, com- pliments of Bishop James. On Wednesday morning, the cam- pus of Allen University was alive with energy as the delegates began arriving for registration. It was ob- vious that God has been speaking continuous words of guidance to Dr. Collie Coleman, President of Allen, and the members of the Board of Please turn to page 7 dist Conference Calls For Sanction Against South Africa boring nations; * Supports immediate abolition of the apartheid system and a repeal of the Population Registration Act; and * Calls for the beginning of nego- tiations by ‘‘all South African peoples for a political and economic future in which all participate with equal rights.” Also called for is material aid by Methodist churches in the form of food, clothing, housing, education, scholarships and counseling to re- fugees in South Africa; study of the “Harare” declaration adopted late in 1985 at an international meeting of religious leaders in Harare, Zim- babwe, and the “Kiros” document Please turn to page 7 tional Conference Center here. = be 09-8 2181 Ar NORRIS oT PA RICHARD F. REY. 1135 BURRINGER 19119 ELPHIA, PHILADE ===== DSC04931.JPG ===== 2 The AME. Christian Recorder Seplember 8, 1986 Ecumenical Officer Leads Bicentennial Consultation On Continent The adventurous and ag- gressive Bishop Vinton Ran- dolph Anderson, who has been responsible for many “firsts,” now leads in another, Richard Allen-style. Bishop Anderson has given a comprehensive job description, with new meaning, to the duties of the Ecumencial Officer of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. One of those duties is the celebration of the church’s bicentennial year. Bishop Anderson, who is by no means finished with his mission, called for a Bicentennial Con- sultation on the Continent of Africa. The place was the Serena Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, West Africa. Present were bishops, general officers, connectional officers, episcopal supervisors, chaplains, deans, presiding elders, pastors, missionaries and laymen. In addi- tion, there were representatives from all the episcopal districts in Africa. The African representatives, who were called upon to address the issues, indeed, “undressed” the issues and gave significant reports on the African situation. There were sermons, seminars, papers and serious discussions that got very strong and positive recommenda- tions made for our work in Africa. Some interesting developments that none had anticipated includ- ed the more than thirty refugees from Southern Africa who attended the consultation. These refuges wanted to start an A.M.E. Church in Nairobi, thus planting the African Methodist Episcopal Church on the East Coast of Africa. That group, with some Kenyans, did meet to organize, and held their first worship service on Sunday, August 3, 1986. The first new congregation in the virgin field of Kenya has been referred to the council of Bishops of the church. ROBERT H. REID, JR. EXPANSIONISM One of the greatest growth periods of the early African Methodist Church, founded in America, was led by Richard Allen, Daniel Alex- ander Payne, Henry McNeal Turner and William Paul Quinn. The Bicentennial Commission has labeled them “the four horsemen of the early expansion.” One of the planks of the Bicentennial Commission is recruitment and expansion. So, at the end of 200 years, look for a new thrust and emphasis on the expansion of the Church of Allen. Bishop Anderson does not have to be modest about the response of this Bicentennial Consultation on the Continent. I believe the results more than justified the planning and execution of a very am- bitious agenda for this meeting. The echoes and responses of the at- tendees seemed to enthusiastically laud and applaud what is con- sidered a great expansion work well-planned and very well-attended. The Treasurer of the Church, Dr. J. C. McKinney, presented some 25 native baskets to the overseas consultation session for dedica- tion. These new offering baskets will be used at all connectional meetings. They are so very beautiful that I am sure the giving will be increased beyond one’s greatest expectations. Not all of the African consultation was meeting. Bishop Anderson planned several big feasts for our eating enjoyment. They were big, colorful and tasty. In the summer afternoon by the poolside, a whole lamb, roasted over an open fire, was, indeed, a delight to all of us, and each serving tasted like more. A variety of meats, fruits and fresh vegetables was served at each feast. Bishop Anderson, in con- versation with Editor Reid at the poolside festivities, said, this is just the beginning of a great birthday celebration for African Methodists’ 200th birthday year-long celebration. Since Editor Reid discovered at the Bicentennial Consultation on the Continent that he is going to have so much more to write about, he bought another fountain pen in Nairobi to begin this editorial on a very exciting and successful meeting. With his new editor’s pen, he writes a big CONGRATULATIONS! to the Ecumenical Officer, , Bishop V. R. Anderson and his congenial committee. NI MUTHENYA MWEIGA GUKU NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL (It was a very good stay at the Nairobi Serena Hotel) Today, half of the world’s refugees are in Africa. In the history of the yesterdays, Africa is the continent on which civilization began, where Moses led the Children of Israel to liberation, where our Savior Jesus found refuge and the land from which our forefathers came. Africa is the land of the future. Bible Born By Church And Not Vice Versa Letter To The Editor To The Editor: I would like to respond to Susie C, Frierson’s suggestion that at some point in history, a decision had to have been made as to which writings would constitute the Bible, The New Testament, the 27 books that were written in the first cen- tury, were not gathered into one book and added to the existing Bi- ble, the Old Testament, until the year 393 A.D. at the Council of Hip- po. The bishops of the Catholic these books alone are the inspired word of God. It was confirmed at the Council of Carthage in 397 A.D. by another council of bishops. From then on, it was definitely referred to as the New Testament and as part of the Bible. The Bible was a team effort— Christ acting in loving union with His bride, the church. It was our mother, the church, impregnated by the Holy Spirit, who gave birth to the Bible—not the Bible the church. Church gathered in council, prayed to the Holy Spirit for guidance, decided on those 27 and excluded other writings from the first cen- tury. They said these books and Mrs. Kathryn Valiquette Edry 627 Volunteer Drive White House 37188 (rr en nner n nnn nn nn nnn n-ne ~~ SUBSCRIBE! to the Christian Recorder The bi-monthly newspaper to keep you informed about your church for ONLY $15.00 per year Send check or money order payable to: A. Lee Henderson The Christian Recorder, Dept. SB 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181 Please print. Payment must accompany order. Allow 4 weeks for first delivery. Name Address City/State/Zip ee we me wee eee eee eee eee wen eee we eee eee eee dS Give A Gift Subscription To A Friend The A.M.E. Christian Recorder The Christian Recorder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (USPS 016880) is published bi- weekly by the A.M.E.C. Sunday School Union, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203-4181. 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Christian Recorder reserves the right to reject or edit any letter or article to conform with good taste, style and space requirements. ===== DSC04932.JPG ===== September &, 1986 The AME Christian Recorder The Voice of the Episcopacy Bishop Ming Delivers Special Men’s Day Challenge Bishop D. G. K. Ming Meridian, MS—Bishop Donald George Kenneth Ming, one of the most able prelates to serve our great church, truly stirred the minds and emotions of the assembled worship- pers at St. James A.M.E. Church on the occasion of the Annual Men’s Day celebration. Out of his text —Luke 9:58-62—Bishop Ming chal- lenged and inspired the men on the subject “Three Reluctant Men.” The hearers were admonished to shun excuses, to cease looking back, and to move forward by the power of the Holy Spirit. The life’s story of Bishop Ming served as an inspiring witness of what God can do in spite of all odds, if one only keeps the faith. Mrs. Edith White Ming, the queenly and congenial Episcopal Supervisor of the Eighth Episcopal District, was also in attendance, ac- companying her husband with gra- cious charm and poetic remarks. St. James A.M.E. Church, which is the first church on the Meridian District, was proud to have its very own presiding elder, The Rev. G.S. James, and his cadre of over ten pastors of the Meridian District in attendance to show support to the bishop and the Men’s Day obser- vance. St. James, which is called the “Friendly Church,” is blessed with progress and spiritual growth under the leadership of the pastor, The Rey. Joseph F. Whalen, Jr. Pastor Whalen and his devoted wife, Lynne, and family left the First Episcopal District in order to ex- perience the great opportunities of ministry under Bishop and Mrs. Ming in the “energetic and exciting”’ Eighth Episcopal District. Bros. Albert White and Booker Steverson gave exceptional service as chairman and co-chairman of Men’s Day. They also served as cap- tains, together with Smiley Bonds, Henry Burnett, A. G. Mathis, Ken- neth Parnell, Sylvester Parnell and Adolphus Ross. The theme was “God’s Workmen Breaking Ground For A Blessed Tomorrow.” The suc- cess of the effort was made evident by the immediate improvements made on the front of the church a few days later. To God be the glory! Rev. Joseph F. Whalen, Jr. Pastor The Tenth Episcopal District Of The African Methodist Episcopal Church ‘he Bishop Rembert E. Stokes Resolution WHEREAS, the Tenth Episcopal District is incontestably loyal to the African Methodist Episcopal Church, and; WHEREAS, the Love, Concern and Inexhaustible pride for Paul Quinn College is only surpassed by our Hope in the Risen Christ, and the day in which we will be “just like Him,” and; WHEREAS, Paul Quinn College, under the dynamic and forth-right leadership of this Academician Per- sonified, Bishop Rembert Edwards Stokes, is moving toward a new apex of excellence, and; WHEREAS, the Tenth Episcopal District (Texas) has been, is now, and ever shall be loyal and suppor- tive to Leadship, and; WHEREAS, the kind of leadership provided by Bishop Stokes is the kind of leadership in which the members of the Tenth Episcopal District, both Ministerial and Lay, .an exhibit a kind of Freedom of ex- pression and an Openness without fear of Episcopal reprisal as Texas is experiencing a new day in her strug- gle of Kingdom building, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Tenth Episcopal District (Texas) will follow faithfully as our Leader strides toward future high levels of ex- cellence in all endeavors concerning Paul Quinn College, the Ministerial ranks, and the Laity. BE IT ALSO RESOLVED, that this shall serve to refute any cacophonous messages relating to Bishop Stokes, or his administration in the Tenth Episcopal District. BE IT ALSO FURTHER RESOLV- ED, that Texas is SATISFIED with the present leadership and Thank Almighty God for a God-fearing Team such as we have in the Tenth Episcopal District. BE IT FINALY RESOLVED, that Texas with an eye single to God’s Glory, shall continue to undergird the entire program cf Bishop Rembert Edwards Stokes and Mrs. Nancy Phillips Stokes as we seek to be Beacon lights where we are for indeed Texas has a past to cherish and a Future to fulfill. Respectfully, THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE Rey. W. B. Langham Rev. C. A. Jones Rev. E. F. Boyd Rev. J. R. Anderson x al) Two Bishops Share In Historical Event The St. Paul A.M.E. Church Centennial Hall Dedicated by Deborah Esther Winifred Lowe As I reflect, it was on May 12, 1986, less than a year after ground- breaking, that Bishop F. C. Cumm- ings was the keynote speaker at a Bishop F. C. Cummings Dedicatory Banquet in Hamilton, Bermuda. The Rev. Wilbur Lowe, Jr., and the St. Paul congregation had completed the first phase of a Bishop Vernon R. Byrd 3.5-million-dollar project. In addition to Bishop Cummings, Bishop Ver- non Byrd, a former pastor of St. Paul, participated in the joyful occa- sion, preaching the dedicatory ser- mon on Sunday, May 11. St. Paul is the Mother Church of the Bermuda Annual Conference, with a near one thousand member- ship and a 25-year-old radio ministry ‘that reaches over 20,000 persons live on Sunday mornings. Under Rev. Lowe’s pastorate, St. Paul has con- tinued to be not the people’s church, but an institution that is heavily in- volved in the political and social events of this island nation. As far back as the Second World War, St. Paul has been involved with national crises of this country. In recent years, Rev. Lowe has shown leader- ship during the 1977 riot distur- bances and the 1982 Amalgamated Bermuda Union of Teacher’s strike, and, for nine years, he has been thundering God’s Word over the air- ways. In another milestone for Jesus, St. Paul has presented the Bermuda Annual Conference and the A.M.E. Church with a million-dollar multi- purpose hall, officially named ‘‘The St. Paul A.M.E. Church Centennial Hall,”’ which will seat over one thou- sand persons and is fully equipped to entertain many religious and civic events, ranging from wedding recep- tions to theatrical plays and con- certs. The Centennial hall is the first of a three-phase building programme. The next phase is an extension of the main church and the adding of class- room space. The third phase will be a five-story office complex that will serve the church and the City of Hamilton. The church has also just acquired other city property adja- cent to the church which presently houses two businesses and three residential units. The church has plans to invest in a religious bookstore and additional office space. Those attending the Dedicatory Banquet heard Bishop Cummings as he challenged the Church to break down the walls of hindrance and carry the gospel into all the world. The banquet speech turned into something of a “banquet sermon,” and, at the conclusion of his delivery, Bishop Cummings received a stan- ding ovation. The dedication of this new com- plex was a wonderful climax to the recently-held Centennial Conference of the Bermuda Annual Conference, which was held in March of this year. That historical event brought eight bishops, five general officers and a great many visitors from over the connectional church. The Centennial Conference of the Bermuda Annual Conference will go down in history as one of the most memorable conferences in the First District. To God be the glory and praise and honour! Remember One Half Of Your Conversation Is Listening SS ===== DSC04933.JPG ===== the AME Christian Recorder The Bicentennial Notebook From Peggy Pinder's Pen We are embarking on our 1987 Bicentennial Celebration and, from 1787 until the present, there have been a lot of beginnings. Here is a brief history of the African Methodist Church in Canada. October 28, 1830, Josiah Henson, his wife and four children arrived at Fort Erie, Upper Canada. Henson, in addition to becoming an important leader of the Canadian Black com- munity, is considered to have been the inspiration for Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe’s ‘Uncle Tom.” Henson, his family and several other refugee families began farming in Colchester. By 1838, Henson, Henry Shelby and Rev. Hiram Wilson chose a site at Dawn on the Sydenham River, as a place for a set- tlement of refugee slaves with a manual labour school in their midst. Throughout the 1840’s, the colony at Dawn grew with a mill as well as a school erected. The enterprise had the support of a congregational white missionary from Massachu- setts, Rev. Hiram Wilson and an English member of the Society of Friends, James Fuller, who col- lected $1,500 in England for the Dawn project. Meanwhile (1836), there was a resolution of the New York Con- ference to send missionaries to Canada and the first (upper) Canada Conference was organized by Bishop Morris Brown. Rey. Richard Wil- liams was the first A.M.E. elder sent to Canada. (1845) The Philadelphia Conference superannauted Bishop Morris Brown on $200 per annum. Josiah Henson, ordained in 1842, went in 1851 with a shipment of walnut wood from Dawn to the In- dustrial Exhibition of 1851 in Lon- don, England. Here he displayed his wood and was presented to Queen Victoria, Lord John Russel and the Archbishop of Canterbury. These splendid moments were darkened, however, by news of the serious ill- ness of his wife back in Canada and by serious criticisms within the black community concerning Rev. Henson’s use of funds for the Dawn project. Rev. Henson’s friends apparently accepted his denial of the charges Ms. Peggy E. Pinder and an English abolitionist, John Scoble returned with Henson to Dawn, Yet, the most persistent critic of Rev. Henson continued to be Mrs. M. A. Shadd Carey, editor of “The Provincial Freeman.” In 1856, the British Methodist Episcopal Church (B.M.E.) was organized at Chatman, Ontario, on September 28, and Bishop Nazrey was elected its head. Also, Wilberforce University was founded. Between 1863-1877, the Emancipa- tion Proclamation opened up large fields for the A.M.E. Church. Bishop Payne purchased Wilberforce Uni- versity, which was formerly named the Dawn School. Rev. Josiah Hen- son died and was buried near Dresden, Ontario. A petition was sent to the General Conference of 1880 by the B.M.E. Church asking for organic union and, in 1884, there was reconstruction of the A.M.E. Church in Canada. The Canadian A.M.E.’s are a part of the 4th Episcopal District, and, because of their great affection for Bishop Hubert N. Robinson, decided to celebrate their centennial during his tenure. Bishop Robinson retired at the 1984 General Conference held in Kansas City, Mo., and there were many tributes bestowed upon him; however, the Canadians, along with other members of the 4th Episcopal District, welcomed their new bishop, the Rt. Rev. Samuel S. Morris, Jr. There has been one bishop born in Colborne, Canada: The Rt. Rev. Charles Spencer Smith, 28th bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church was born there March 16, 1852. Wilberforce University includes Payne Theological Seminary, a graduate school of theology of the A.M.E.C. 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AMB EE EAG IH eet. 0s ve onl eck in ee eee ee $50.00 Quality Commemoratives Especially designed and carefully crafted for the Bicentennial BISHOP RICHARD ALLEN Bust Of Richard Allen This is a very significant commemorative that is being placed in many homes and churches throughout the world 3%” tall and cast in solid bronze. It can also be purchased in the following sizes: AB1-097581—10” Bust and stand. .)...2)0 cases «+ vw ne gta nsese nfateysin + =)n! alain ete menpanie Memb sees AB1-006482—18” Bust and stand ..............-..-ee ABI-005394—24” Bust and stand =). stew =< --1s AB1-00427 —48” Bust and stand ssn. c=. soe ee eee eee nee ee ee ers THE FOUR HORSEMAN x * * * Bronze medallion paperweight is 3” in diameter, with profiles of Richard Allen, Paul Quinn, Daniel Payne, Henry M. Turner. A94-09672 fiicte sin) sein oye ie win sieve pins pipaerntn $12.50 ===== DSC04934.JPG ===== September &, 1986 The AME Christian Recorder Hickman Temple Exceeds Financial Goal by Peggy EB. Pinder Philadelphia, PA—Preparations for Women’s Day 1986 at Hickman Temple A.M.E. Church began December 1985 with “Homecoming Day.” The committee contacted members who had not been seen for a while and some who had joined other churches, but who had main- tained a good relationship with the Hickman Temple family. The finan- cial goal was announced by Pastor Joseph D. Patterson; and, from that day, Mrs. Irene E. Suggs, the chairlady, the sisters and brothers, said, “*We can do it!” In some churches, $50,000 might seem an impossible goal, but Hickman Temple is a unique church, led on by Pastor Patterson and his family: Mrs. Joyce Alma Patterson, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel R. Patterson and Joe, Jr., Jewel and Jocelyn Pat- terson, all of whom are members of the church and involved in its total program. Hickman Temple entertained the Philadelphia Annual conference in 1984 and, prior to that time, there was a need for both exterior and in- terior renovations and some general cosmetic work on the church. The church family extended itself in the usual financial way; however, Pastor Patterson, the trustees and chair- persons were not satisfied with the reduction of principal and interest rates, and the membership caught the vision and decided to do something about it. Each member pledged $200, and many events were held both within the church and other places. It is noteworthy that although the church family was pressed to raise the goal set they did not lose sight on what the church is about. On a Saturday morning in April, the church opened its doors to allow the Christian community to enter and pray for Mayor W. Wilson Goode. A capacity congregation converged on Hickman Temple. Led on by Dr. O. U. Ifill, President of the Connec- tional Council, and Rev. Herman A. Rhodes, President of the Phila- delphia and Vicinity Preachers Meeting, the representatives of many denominations came together in a common concern. The Edward Waters College Concert Choir, tour- ing the Northeast, sang at Hickman Temple. The church contributed $1,000 to their treasure and Pastor Patterson invited them to return next Spring. Finally May 18th arrived and the scheduled Mother and Daughter Breakfast was held, with the fathers and sons hosting. The event was a first and the prayers of many unfold- ed with the help of the Almighty. The Women’s Day worship service that followed the special breakfast was highlighted by the gospel preaching of the Rey. Allyson B. Johnson and the singing of the Women’s Day Choir. Dinner was served by the good cooks at Hickman and the Christian Choral Ensemble of Chester, Pa., and vicinity was presented in a 3:30 p.m. service. The choir of Christian men and women sang the old and new songs of Zion and the church was blessed for having invited them. At about 5:30 p.m., the financial secretary for Women’s Day stepped forward to read her report. As her audience waited with bated breath, she read the name of each con- tributor and enumerated the special events, including the ‘“President’s Award Luncheon,” and then she was finally heard to say, ‘Total raised. . .$56,000, and to God be the glory!” Things As I See Them, Bob by Rev. Robert Lee Lilly Robert L. Lilly The only stewardship that is wor- thy of the serious attention of the Church is Christian stewardship. Its heart is Jesus Christ. It is believing in Him, obeying Him, surrendering my life to Him, because I know Him and trust Him and am everlastingly thankful to Him. It is living my faith in everything I do. It is serving Him with my whole life. Whatever I do or give is for Him. But the only way I can give to Him is to serve His children. “Even as you did unto one of the least of these my brethren, you did it unto me.” Such giving of myself—including my time, my talents, my prayers, my money—will be as natural as the shining of the sun, or the fruiting of a good tree. No one need compel it. Because I know that He is my Lord, who redeemed me with His death on the cross, I cannot help but be His, live under Him in His kingdom, and serve Him in everlasting righ- teousness and blessedness. No com- pulsion, other than my gratitude. I stand before Him. His eyes search me out. Finally my very soul must cry out, “My Lord and my God.” Then come His answering words: “T am the vine. Ye are the bran- ches. Herein is My Father glorified, that you bear much fruit. So shall you be my disciples.“ It is Christ that matters in stewardship. Look at these men. Bishop timber: Drs. R. J. Hampton, John R. Bryant, Gaul. wiWestrakes d= King, 102) B: Gillespie, T. B. Brown, E. 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We are living in a period of revolution where there is a broad feeling of re- jection to some of our most cherished ideals. Among these the teachings of the Church have not escaped and this points to the real necessity of emphasizing conversion through the means of the ministry of evangelism for our young peo- ple. RA1-200121 Please add 13% postage and handling PASTOR’S MANUAL of tho A.M.E. CHURCH VOLUME | TOWARD DEACONATE ORDERS: The Pastor’s Manual, Volume I & II by G. L. Champion provide helpful, “how-to”? methods and techniques to be employed in the pastorate of a church, large or small. RA1-46880 (Vol. I) RA1-46881 (Vol. ID) Please add 13% postage and handling Black Methodism Basic Beliefs, by G. Lovelace Champion, Sr. The book, in catechismic form, serves as an instruc- tional instrument for all youth, proba- tionaries, layperson and clergy of the chur- ches of Black Methodism and Methodist everywhere. 487-12347 Please add 13% postage and handling AN INTERMEDIATE RELIGIOUS READER AND STUDY GUIDE pl. age \ EDITH HOLLAND BRYANT BLACK METHODISM BASIC BELIEFS By @. Lovelace Champion, Sr. With articles by: Bishop John H. Adams-A.M E Bishop Clinton R. Coleman-A.M.EZ Bishop Chester A. Kirkendoll-C ME Bishop A. James Armstrong-U.M.C Or Harry V. Richardson Or. Josephus R. Coan Rev. “Working as one” With feature Article—'The Future: A Congress Of Black Methodism” (C.0.8.m) > PPO BOLO APP LALA. SSS SS—ooeoeouEeooem ===== DSC04935.JPG ===== The AME Christian Recorder September 8, 1986 In Sacred Memory Of The Late Dr. Gaar Melville Davis Dr. G. M. Davis Gaar Melville Davis, son of the late John and Cryilda Dunbar Davis, was born in Richmond, Indiana, December 26,1908. He departed this life Tuesday, February 4, 1986, at Middletown (Ohio) Regional Hos- pital. In 1929, in Richmond, Indiana, Rev. Davis was married to Meredith Naomi Herde. He answered the call to the Christian Ministry at Bethel A.M.E. Church, Richmond, under the ministry of the Rev. H. H. Black, the pastor. Bishop Blanton Parks was bishop. On September 26, 1937, he was ordained an Itinerant elder in the African Methodist Episcopal church by Bishop Andrew Gregg. His first charge was the Modoe and Fountain City, Indiana, Circuit. Later, he pastored in Noblesville, He Continues To Live In Our Memories The Reverend Edward Dewey Lewis, son of the Late Mr. Robert Lewis and Mrs. Rebecca Lewis, was born in Johnsonville, Tennessee. he departed this life on Tuesday, June 24, 1986, in Nashville, Tennessee. He received his early education in the Public Schools of Johnsonville, Funeral services for John Wesley Peters were conducted Saturday, May 24, 1986, at 4:00 p.m., at St. Mark A.M.E. Church, 700 Lester Street, Thomasville, Georgia, where the Rev. Walter L. Great is pastor. Mr. Peters, the son of the late Rev. John Matthews and Dollie Hat- cher Peters, was born in Thomas County, Georgia. He departed this life Tuesday, May 20, 1986. At an early age, he was converted and joined Bethlehem A.M.E. Church. Later, he moved his mem- bership to St. James A.M.E, Church and then to St. Mark Church, where he served for many, many years as a faithful steward and a loyal member, He also served the South Georgia Conference, Thomasville District Lay Organization, and was elected a delegate to the 42nd General Con- ference of the A.M.E. Church at Kansas City, Mo., in 1984. He loved the A.M.E, Church and the A.M.E. Church loved him, for he was a delegate in 1956-1980 and 1984 to the General Conference. He worked faithfully in the A.M.E. Church all of his life because he had been reared in the African Methodist Episcopal Church heri tage, being a member of the Peters family throughout the connectional church, Mr. Peters was married to Blan che McDuffie on January 15, 1935, and to this union five children were born—three daughters and two sons. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Mrs. Blanche Peters, daughters, Mrs. Johnnie Mae Ward, Home Going Service For John Peters Indiana, where, under his leader- ship, a complete, new basement was added to the church. Rev. Davis transferred to Ohio and the Third Episcopal District, which was presided over by the late Bishop Reverdy Cassius Ransom, and attended Payne Theological Seminary and Wilberforce Universi- ty. His first charge in Ohio was at London, a rural community. There he served a dedicated church and, due to his efforts, the Missionary Society with 35 women members did much community work and were ac- tive in the Ohio Conference Branch Society. Rev. Davis was a builder and a lover of people, and wherever he pastored, the church prospered spiritually and financially. The church at Lima, Ohio, where the late Bishop John Hunter was a loyal member, was renovated under Dr. Davis’s leadership. The church and parsonage at Trinity, Springfield, Ohio, were saved through his in- tervention. In Newark, Ohio, a modern parsonage was purchased; in Cleveland, Lee Memorial Church was relocated and a large church and modern parsonage were acquired. In the South Ohio Conference, at Mid- dletown, Ohio, Rev. Davis labored for 18 years and built and paid for a beautiful church in five years. The congregation grew. Tennessee. Later, he attended American Baptist Theological Semi- nary and Fisk University in Nash- ville, Tennessee. As a child he joined the Methodist Church of Johnsonville and served as a Sunday School teacher, presi- dent of the Epworth League and in Mrs. Dorothy Washington and Mrs. Ruth P. Brown, all of Thomasville, Ga.; sons, Charles Peters, Newark, New Jersey, and Howard L. Peters, Thomasville, one sister, Mrs. Virginia Thompson, Thomasville; brothers, Elijah Peters, Pittsburgh, Pa., Rev. Elisha L. Peters, Phila- delphia, Pa., Charles W. Peters, Plainsfield, New Jersey; daughters- in-law, Mrs. Rebecca Peters, New- ark; Mrs. Brenda Peters, Thomas- ville; sons-in-law, Hurbert Ward and Jimmy Washington, Thomasville; sisters-in-law, Mrs. Grace L. Peters, Pittsburgh, Mrs. Alverta Peters, Philadelphia; uncle, Alvin Fountain; 10 grandchildren and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends “HE MAKETH NO MISTAKE” ... My Father’s way may twist and turn, My heart may throb and ache, But in my soul I’m glad I know, He maketh no mistake, There’s so much now | eannot see, My eye sight’s far too dim, But come what may, I'll simply trust and leave it all to Him For by and by the mist will lift and plain it all He’ll make, Throughout all the ways, tho dark to me, He made not one mistake. Humbly sumitted, The Family With sincere wish to thank our many friends for their expressions of kindness during appreciat jon, Wwe our bereavement for our loved one May God bless each of you The Peters Family For fifty years, Dr. Davis pastored with loving devotion churches in In- diana, Ohio, Pittsburgh, Pa., North Ohio and South Ohio Conferences, including North Street A.M.E. in Springfield, Ohio, where the now Bishop James H. Mayo was a mem- ber; Bethel, Greensburg, Pa.; Bethel A.M.E. Church, Middletown, and St. Stephen’s, Cincinnati, Ohio. Gaar Davis served on many of the major boards of the A.M.E. Church and was a civic leader in each com- munity where it was his privilege to serve. A church builder and a devout Christian, he believed in dedicating his life to bettering the lives of others. In Lima, Ohio, he helped to get Black nurses into the hospitals there and, at all times in his pas- torate, he helped seminary students by having them preach in his church. He also was instrumental in secur- ing many scholarships for ministe- rial students to attend Wilberforce University, Payne Seminary and elsewhere. Rev. Davis served as the first Black president of the Middletown Ministerial Council and was a mem- ber of the Kiwanis East, Civil Ser- vice Commission, Director of the J. C.’s, a co-founder of the Human Resources Council and, for 15 years, a chaplain for the Middletown Police Department. An active and concern- Reverend Edward D. Lewis other capacities as he was needed. It was at this church that he was called to preach, while he was yet a young man. Upon moving to Nashville, he af- filiated himself with Saint Phillips African Methodist Episcopal Church. It was from this church that he was admitted to the Tennessee African Methodist Episcopal Con- ference and ordained an itinerant Elder, He pastored Rock Hill Cir- cuit, Gladesville Cireuit, Cedar Grove Cireuit, Saint Peter and Webb’s Chapel Churches, In his quiet, sincere Christlike manner, he made many friends and the churches that he pastored ac- complished many things. His pass- ing is a deep loss to his family, com- munity and friends. His outstanding service will long be remembered with affection, admiration and great respect, Cherishing the memory of Rev- erend Lewis are his wife, Mrs, Mary Dean Lewis; children, Edward, II, Gene, Paul, William, Anna Belle, Mary Ethel and Willa; one brother, Mr. Prince L. Lewis; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends God Wants Witnesses Not Debators ed Civil Rights leader, he partici- pated in the March on Washington under Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He was successful in helping both Blacks and Whites who needed assistance, from a fund, which, for the first time was made available to Blacks. Mr. Russell Weatherwax, President of Barnitz Bank, was chairman, and, later, Mr. Charles Beck was overseer. Today, over a thousand dollars are given out at Christmas time under the supervi- sion of the Middletown Behtel A.M.E. Church Senior Missionary Society. Dr. Davis served on the Trustee Board of Payne Seminary, served as a member of the General Board of the A.M.E. Church, and was a mem- ber of the Fourth Year Committee. His efforts in many areas were recognized and he received a dis- tinguished service award from the United Negro College Fund for ser- ving as Chairman of the Ohio drive to raise funds for Negro colleges. He received numerous citations trom the City of Middletown and from the State of Ohio for outstanding ser- vice. He received honorary degrees from Edward Waters College; Doc- tor of Laws, Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa; Doctor of Divinity, Allen University; Doctor of Divini- ty, Payne Seminary; Doctor of Humanities, B. F. Lee Theological Seminary; and Distinguished Ser- vice Award from Wilberforce University. Doctor Davis served under Bishops Blanton Parks, John A. Gregg, Reverdy Cassius Ransom, A. J. Allen, E. C. Hatcher, William R. Wilkes, Harold I. Bearden and Vin- ton R. Anderson. When he retired, Rev. Davis was pastor of St. Stephen A.M.E. Church, Cincinnati, Ohio, where he paid off a mortgage of several years standing and did much repair work on the parsonage. On February 4, 1986, after a long illness, Reverend Gaar Melville Davis died and was funeralized at Bethel A.M.E, Church, Middletown, and was buried in Woodside Mausoleum. Bishop Richard Allen Hildebrand preached the eulogy and Reverend Lawrence Thompson officiated. His memory is cherished by a devoted wife, Meredith Naomi Davis, a nephew, Edgar Davis, and a niece, Mary Ellen MeConnel, both of Rich- mond, Indiana; grand-nephews, nieces, cousins, a host of friends and the Bethel A.M.E, Church family. To my beloved: Today, my heart is heavy with sorrow and grief. I can only live in the cherished memory of a life spent in sharing, in caring, and in knowing that my loved one is not far away, but is with me in spirit every hour of the day, Good-bye, beloved; take your well-earned rest in the land of pure delight. “I will meet you in the morning.” —Meredith Naomi Davis He Who Stands For Nothing Will Fall For Anything ===== DSC04936.JPG ===== September &, 1986 The AME Christian Recorder God Speaks To Super Seventh Continued from page 1 Trustees. All around were signs of physical improvement that said loud and clear that Allen is moving and gaining momentum. The official opening of the Con- gress came at midday Wednesday, as the Keynote Service took place in Allen’s Chappelle Auditorium. At that service, God spoke through the spirit filled voices of Holly Hills’ Unity AME Church Choir, Rev. A. J. Blake, Pastor. God also spoke strongly through the Keynote speaker, the Right Reverend Richard Allen Hilde- brand, Presiding Bishop of the Third Episcopal District. Speaking from Luke 5:4, Bishop Hildebrand had words of inspiration for all present as he preached about “Going All Out to Achieve Personal Fulfillment.” On Wednesday evening, God’s voice again reverberated through Allen’s Chappelle Auditorium, as the Congress participants gathered for the Holy Communion Service. God made a joyful and exuberant noise with the voices of the fine choir of Charleston’s St. Luke AME Church, Rev. R. A. Leonard, Pastor. The highlight of the Communion Service was the spirit filled wit and wisdom of all Methodism’s Senior Bishop, The Right Reverend Decatur Ward Nichols. Bishop Nichols proved that he was most accustomed to letting God speak through him as he dealt with Luke 22:10-12 and preached about “Supper on the Top Floor.” Both these Episcopal Preachers made Wednesday an inspiring day. World Methodist Conference Calls For Sanction Continued from page 1 adopted earlier. The sending of a delegation to South Africa from the World Metho- dist Council was ordered “to ex- press our pastoral solidarity with those suffering in the present tur- moil” and to carry the statement adopted here to “all concerned par- ties.” The Council rejected a proposal by a federal district judge from the United States, Woodrow Seals of Houston, Texas, that the United Na- tions be asked to organize a commit- tee to present to the Security Coun- cil a bill of indictment against the government leaders of South Africa and, if the indictments were found true, to prosecute them under inter- national law of crimes against humanity. About 70 minutes were spent in presenting and discussing the reso- lution, but no one spoke in opposi- tion to its main provisions. The resolution was ordered sent to the heads of government of the United States and Great Britain, the chief opponents of economic sanctions against the Botha regime. Dr. M. Stanley Mogoba, secretary of the Methodist Church of Southern Africa, opened the discussion by ask- ing whether Methodists of the World “are prepared to stand by us in our ministry (In South Africa), to pray for us, and support the people of South Africa in this sad day, and the even darker days that lie ahead.” Dr. Kenneth Greet of England characterized apartheid as an “evil supported by evil means—a system of state thuggery that is merciless.” The action provided a prelude to an address to the conference by Archbishop-elect Desmond Tutu of South Africa, They proved to be a particular in- spiration to those youth present, as both of Wednesday's speakers were South Carolina born and bred. On Thursday, God started speak- ing to us before the sun came up, as we gathered for the first “Salvation at Sunrise” Service. There was a good, alert group present as God woke us up with the inspired preaching of Rev. Frank Moses, Pastor of the Newberry District's Mt. Moriah Circuit. Rev. Moses let God use him, as he lifted up Mark 6:31 to let us know that Jesus can help you when you’re “Burned Out.” Thursday Morning also featured a press conference at Allen’s Media Center. At the Conference, Bishop James and President Coleman em- phasized the good news of the Con- gress, and announced that Allen was not far off from seeking provisional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. President Coleman and _ this Reporter were also interviewed on Columbia’s WTGH Radio on Thurs- day in connection with the Congress activities. Special thanks go to those at WTGH, who were kind enough to give us free hourly congress pub- licity, and who made time available to air an hour of Congress highlights each day. Thursday’s midday leadership Service was proof positive that the voice of Jesus doesn’t have to use Ordained Clergy as its instrument. Dr. Joseph C. McKinney, Treasurer of the AME Church, bought the house to its feet as he told us how to avoid “Defeat by Default.” Thursday afternoon saw a new feature for the Leadership Congress as the Lord spoke through the youth of the Church. Because this is an im- portant year, an essay contest was sponsored with each young contes- tant speaking from the topic, “What Can AME Youth Do to Help Get Out the Black Vote in South Carolina?” The winner and recipient of a $25.00 first prize was Miss Jennifer Wilson of the Columbia Conference. Thanks also go to Mrs. Marjorie Amos- Frasier, a loyal AME and State Public Service Commissioner. Mrs. Frasier was so taken with the impor- tance of the topic of Voter Aware- ness, that she donated $51.00 to cover all of the necessary prize amounts. Thursday evening was the jewel in the crown of the Congress as the scene shifted to Columbia’s Town- ship Auditorium for the 1986 Debutante Showcase. The event, which premiered at last year’s Con- gress, served both to emphasize charm, poise and etiquette for the debutantes and their escorts, and to serve as a fund raiser for Allen University. The competition since last year’s Showease had been fierce, and the talent so terrific that many wondered how last year could be topped. The answer was quick in coming, as God spoke both through the beauty and manners of the Debutantes and their escorts, and through the talents of the YPDers of each Conference, featuring every- thing from ballet to dramatization to instrumental solos. The scene was one that affirmed that black is beautiful, as over 171 young ladies and their escorts pa- Please turn to page 8 \ his = Symphony Orchestra Bishop D. Ward Nichols and Dr. Joseph C. McKinney SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT DEBUTANTE SHOWCASE “JUST PROUD. FO. 9; Pine Grove members (Columbia, SC) around the Queen with Bishop, Presiding Elder, Pastor and their wives ene Bishop and Mrs. F. C. James at the Township Auditorium Bisnis 0 Ee ===== DSC04937.JPG ===== The AME Christian Recorder September 8, 1986 World Methodist Conference Calls For Sanction Continued from page 7 raded across the stage of the Township. The drama built as the Conference Queens were named and everyone wondered who Miss AME Debutante 1986 would be. The answer was soon in coming, After our quintessential Missionary Supervisor, Mrs. Theressa Gregg James, spoke to the young ladies about the goals of the Showcase, and after Mrs. Theresa M. Hawthorne, State YPD Director, thanked those who had participated and worked with the pageant, the lovely Miss Pamela M. Boyd of Pine Grove AME Church in Columbia, where this writer is privileged to be Pastor, was crowned Miss AME Debutante 1986 by Bishop Frederick C. James. Miss Boyd reported over $5,000.00 and the Showcase as a whole helped Allen to the tune of over $30,000.00! After the events of the night, one would have expected that few souls would be out on Friday Morning for the Salvation at Sunrise Service, but the Lord spoke and awakened a good group to praise God in the morning hours. Speaker for the Ser- vice was the Rev. Robert L. China, Jr., Pastor of Columbia’s Emmanuel AME Church. Rev. China let God use him and provided a divine wake- up call, taking his text from Mat- thew 13:13-15 and preaching about, “When the Spirit Can’t Hear.” The week’s activities came to a joyous end with Friday Midday’s Honor and Merit Closing Mizpah Service. Young people who had listened to the God of excellence were honored at the service for their academic and athletic achievements. There could hardly have been a more appropriate speaker for the oc- easion than Dr, A, Lee Henderson, Secretary-Treasurer of the AMEC Sunday School Union, Proving that he can let the spirit deal with him in the pulpit as well as the print shop, he sent us home spiritually fed as he lifted up Joel 2:28 and urged us to be “The Young and The Restless of The Super Seventh.” This report would not be complete without some mention of the voice of Jesus speaking in the many ex- cellent workshops held all week long. The Women’s Missionary Society of the Super Seventh met in Bishop Memorial AME Church, Rev. Rosalyn G. Frederick, Pastor. Under the professional and loving leadership of Supervisor Theressa Gregg James and State President Gerald S. Holman, the Missionaries took care of business and dealt with the theme of ‘Making Missions Relevant.” The Children’s Division filled Allen’s Gibbs Hall with bright young faces as the group leaders had fun with the theme: “ Back to the Basics: Unity Through God in Fami- ly, Church, and Community.” The Youth Division, meeting at Emmanuel AME Church, Rev. Robert L. China, Pastor, and at Chappelle Memorial AME Church, Rev. Willie J. Nelson, Pastor, had a spirited time sharing ideas on how God speaks to and through us and what it means to hear. The Minister’s Division, meeting in Chappelle Auditorium, had a special treat this year. The general theme was “Toward a More Rele- vant Ministry in the Seventh Epis- copal District.“ In addition to the many fine pastors of the District health coverage. INSURED MEDICAL SERVICES Below is a partial list of services covered by the A.M.E. Group Health Insurance Plan: Dr. Collie Coleman, President, Allen University and ministers. who led the discussion, we were also favored with the presence of Dr, Paul R. Gilchrist, International Bi- ble Scholar, Professor of Biblical Studies at Covenant College, and one of those who worked to develop the New King James Version of the Holy Bible. Dr. Gilchrist let God use him as he brought the Bible to life for us. In addition, through the efforts of our Bishop, who negotiated with a local bookstore and with Thomas Nelson Publishers, EVERY PAS- TOR in attendance at the workshops received a free giant print, leatherette copy of the New King James translation, complete with reference and a concordance, which was tantamount to being given $20.00!!! There was good reason for the broad smiles and contented looks at S&S Cafeteria as Bishop James again treated the entire Executive Planning Staff to lunch to close the week’s activities. 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Church. | Name of Church Individual to Contact Address | State Lip Phone Number 577 THIRD STREET * DES MOINES, IA 50309 ===== DSC04938.JPG ===== September 8, 1986 The AME Christian Recorder Regina Frazier Elected Ms. Regina J. Frazier REGINA FRAZIER, of Miami, was in- stalled as the president of The Links, Inc., and its philanthropic arm, The Links Foundation, Inc. during the as- sociation’s 25th national assembly in Nashville Nashville, TN—A Miami phar- macist, long active in civic affairs, has been elected president of the na- tion’ s most prestigious association of Black women, The Links, Inc. Regina Jollivette Frazier, 42, will lead The Links, Inc., and its 217 chapters with some 6,000 members in 38 states and the District of Co- lumbia, for the next two years. Vice president of The Links, Inc., since 1984, she was installed as president on the Fourth of July dur- ing the organization’s 25th annual national assembly here. She suc- ceeds Dolly D. Adams of McLean, Va. “We must examine our com- munities, determine the wide range of possibilities and opportunities for service, and act on them,” she charg- ed The Links membership during her acceptance speech. An association that has kept a low profile since it was founded 40 years ago, The Links, Inc., and its philan- thropic arm, The Links Foundation, Inc., have raised millions for Black organizations such as the United Negro College Fund. It operates programs aimed at pressing social problems such as drug and alcohol abuse by juveniles, teenage preg- naney and unemployment. “All significant change has been the result of one person who has an idea and conviction,” Frazier said. “We Links try to be the catalytic agents in this country and in our communities.” “For a long time we gave our monies, more than ourselves,” she added. “Now we are giving both.” Frazier has been a member of The Links since 1970, “I was invited to be a member of the Greater Miami chapter and attended my first na- tional assembly that year. I was very, impressed with the women | met there and promised myself | would be as active as I could be,” she said, Before being elected president, Frazier served two years as vice president and was the southern area director from 1981 to 1984, She was a member of the board of directors of The Links, Inc, from 1976 to 1980 and before that, held several offices in the organization’s Greater Miami chapter, On the local level, Frazier has been involved in the Links’ ‘Just Say No” Clubs which help elemen tary aged school children learn how to avoid alcohol and drug abuse by ‘just saying no.” She describes herself as ‘‘an ad “ President Of The Links, Inc. Dr. Dolly D. Adams Former President ministrative” volunteer and partici- pant in the Links’ Discovery.” Funded by a grant from the Women’s Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor, ‘Project Discovery”” was launched with a pilot program in Baltimore in 1984 and the following year, in eight other cities. “These were two and a half-day workshops for middle-aged, middle- income minority women who wanted either to enter or re-enter the work force or who otherwise wanted up- ward mobility. Although federal funding has expired, Links chapters are running these programs them- selves,” Frazier said. Frazier also represented The Links, Inc., last year at Forum ’85 in Nairobi, an international meeting of women from around the world. While admitting she spends more than 40 hours a week on work for The Links, Frazier is also Director of Pharmacy for the University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics, and she is a chairman of the Metropolitan Dade County Zoning Appeals Board. She earned an M.B.A. degree from the University of Miami and a B.S. in Pharmacy from Howard University. **Project She is active in numerous organi- zations, among them the Urban League, the League of Women Voters, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorori- ty, Zonta International, The Carats and the YWCA. Married to an architect, Ron E. Frazier, she is the mother of three children, Ron, Christophe, and Rozalynn. They too, are involved in The Links. “The Links is a family organiza tion. Husbands are called ‘Connec- ting Links’ and children, ‘Heir-o Links,’” she says Civie interest has always been a part of Frazier’s life “My parents were involved with the community and so were my grandparents (her grandfather, Henry E. S. Reeves, founded “The Miami Times,’’ the weekly newspaper serving the Black com munity in Dade County) “Community service has always been part of my life,” she “something you are supposed to do,” Says, Prayer Is The Mortar That Holds Our House Together. Woman Bishop Candidate Runs A Close Second-Best New York—A North Carolina priest was elected suffragan bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington June 1 in an election where a woman candidate ran a strong second. The Rev. Ronald H. Haines, 52, deputy to the bishop in the Diocese of Western North Carolina, was elected on the sixth ballot by lay and clergy delegates to a diocesan con- vention. The Rev. Mary Chotard Doll, 47, of Cincinnati, led on the first four ballots cast by clergy, but Mr. Haines had stronger support among lay delegates. As four other contenders, all male preists, drop- ped out or began receiving fewer votes, Mr. Haines picked up support of clergy. Mr. Haines and Ms. Doll were the only two candidates in the race from outside the Washington Diocese. As suffragan bishop, Mr. Haines will assist Bishop John T. Walker, who heads the Washington Diocese. Ms. Doll, daughter of a bishop, has been rector of Calvary Episcopal Church in Cincinnati for almost seven years. Before entering church work, she was an_ intelligence research analyst for a government agency. She was ordained a priest in 1979, three years after the Episcopal Church approved the entrance of women into the priesthood. Her hus- band is a classics professor. Ms. Doll’s name has been mentioned in other dioceses where elections of diocesan or suffragan bishops have been scheduled. Although several women have received votes in Episcopal bishop elections, no woman has_ been elected a bishop in the worldwide Anglican communion. Lively debate has taken place within the U.S. Episcopal Church over whether a diocese should consider electing a woman bishop before the Anglican Communion’s 1988 Lambeth Con- ference, which will discuss the topics of women priests and women bishops. Many provinces of Anglicanism do not ordain women priests, and the matter is a highly controversial one. Some Angelicans predict that elec- tion and consecration of a woman bishop in the U.S. church could create a schism in Anglicanism. Mt. Olive’s Pastor Is First Woman President Of Alliance by Harriet Ludwig Jacksonville, FL—Having women as pastors is nothing new for the African Methodist Episcopal Church, but the recent election of the Rev. Thelma S. Young, Mt. Olive AME pastor, as president of the Alachua County Ministerial Alliance is a first for that group. “AME has ordained women ever since the 1900’s began,” Young said. “Sometimes it was difficult for them to get a church. Many became mis- sionaries, but now an increasing number of women pastors are taking churches.” Reared in Albany, Ga., Young began her adult life as a licensed practical nurse. She first felt the call to the ministry in 1966, “but I resisted. I couldn’t believe the Lord really wanted me to be a minister. The visions and the calls continued, and in 1969 I entered Lee Seminary in Jacksonville and was ordained an elder in the AME Church in 1975,” She later received a bachelor’s degree in theology from the Interna- tional Bible Institute and Seminar?’ in Orlando (1975) and a master’s degree from that institute in 1984. Along the way she has pastored a number of small churches: St. John’s AME in Citra and Bethel AME in Orange Springs, with a combined membership of 27 which had increas ed to 39 when she left; St. Joseph's AME in Sparr with 90 members; the Evinston AME Church with 98 members; and the Micanopy Ward Chapel with only five members who were determined to have their own chureh In less than a year at Mt, Olive the 190 members, under Young’s leader ship, have paid off a $10,000 mort gage on the chureh and have pur chased a van to transport members to church and Sunday school, She is proud of the key to the city given to her on her arrival by then—Mayor Jean Chalmers. She is also proud to offer “a complete ministerial ser vices program of counseling, teach ing, preaching, visiting the sick and the needy. | literally wash faces and ——— The Rev. Thelma Young, pastor of Mt. Olive AME Church, has become the first woman president of the Alachua County Ministerial Alliance. She was appointed to this charge by Bishop Philip R. Cousin September, 1985. comb hair when needed.” Her long-term goal: “To pull up the community, to deal with the downcast and the outcast. 1 want the street people to feel welcome here. It boils down to love passion for everybody and knowing that there but for the grace of God, go I.” Black history plays a steady role in Mt. Olive church services. Three Sundays a month member Vivian Filer presents reports on outstand- ing black leaders as part of the church service. “I want to make peo- ple proud of their history,” Young said, “and encouraged to be better citizens.” Chureh played a major part in Young's life during her growing up years and she hopes Mt. Olive can do the same for its members’ children. “My mother was an AME and my father was a Missionary Baptist deacon,” she said, “I want Mt, Olive to do the thing for our children.” A new feature she has introduced at the church is the Pastor’s Report Card Club, All children are asked to bring their report cards to show the pastor, who will recognize outstand- ing students and find help for those who find school a struggle. A widow, Young has two children, Caroline Mabry of Ft. Pieree and M/Sgt. Ronald J. Shaw with the Air Foree, and four grandchildren. Despite her busy chureh schedule, she finds time to conduct her first career with a local nursing service, working three nights a week in area same hospitals —— ===== DSC04939.JPG ===== 10 The AME Christian Recorder Seplember 8, 1986 ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THIRD EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. R. A, HILDEBRAND WEST VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 17-21, 1986 St. Paul A.M.E. Church 61 Beechurst Avenue Morgantown, WV 26505 Church Telephone: (304) 292-7180 Pastor's Telephone: (304) 292-9561 The Rev. John E. Stephens, Host Pastor The Rev. Joe L. Jordan, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: The Rev. Sandy W. Drayton PITTSBURGH ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 24-28, 1986 St. Mark A.M.E. Church 1409 Montier Street Wilkinsburg, PA 15221 Church Telephone: (412) 371-2800 Pastor’s Telephone: (412) 462-8853 The Rev. Charles W. Buckner, Host Pastor The Rev. Paul Martin, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: The Rev. Edward Butler OHIO ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 8-12, 1986 Trinity A.M.E. Church 554 Selma Road Springfield, OH 45506 Church Telephone: (513) 325-1372 Pastor’s Telephone: (513) 376-4589 The Rev. Earl Thompson Host Pastor The Rev. W. C. T. Ayres, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: The Rev. Thomas E. Liggins SOUTH OHIO ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 15-19, 1986 Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 1149 Dr. J. F. Scott Pl. Portsmouth, OH 45662 Church Telephone: (614) 354-3798 Pastor’s Telephone: (614) 354-5156 The Rev. P. Robert Tate, Host Pastor The Rev. Virgil Cummings, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: The Rev. Ralph F. Newell NORTH OHIO ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 22-26, 1986 St. James A.M.E. Church 8401 Cedar Avenue Cleveland, OH 44103 Church Telephone: (216) 231-3562 Pastor’s Telephone: (216) 268-4087 The Rev. Elmo A. Bean, Host Pastor The Rev. Sheridan E. Lancaster, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: The Rev. Donald Jacobs FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. SAMUEL S. MORRIS MICHIGAN CONFERENCE September 9, 1986 W.M.S Conference September 11-14, 1986 Bethel A.M.E. Church 5050 St. Antoine Detroit, Michigan Church Telephone: (313) 831-8810 Pastor’s Telephone: (313) 956-7762 The Rev. N. Osborne, Host Pastor The Rev. J. Allen Parker, Host P.E. The Rev. Martin L. Simmons, Assoc. P.E. CHICAGO CONFERENCE September 23, 1986 W.M.S. Conference September 25-28, 1986 Bethel A.M.E. Church 4448 South Michigan Avenue Chicago, Illinois Church Telephone: (312) 285-5500 Pastor’s Telephone: (312) 924-7969 The Rev. D. C. Coleman, Host Pastor The Rev. Maurice J. Higginbothan, Host P. E. The Rev. W. D. Davis, Assoc. P. E. The Rev. Roy L. Miller, Assoc. P. E. YEAR'S PLANNING MEETING October 10-11, 1986 St. John A.M.E. Church 505 Beechwood River Rouge, Michigan Church Telephone: (313) 386-2288 Pastor’s Telephone: (313) 861-0281 The Rev. Armistice R. Polk, Host Pastor FIFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. H. W. MURPH COLORADO ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 9-16, 1986 Payne Chapel A.M.E. Church 120 Pueblo Street Colorado Springs, CO 80229 Church Telephone: (303) 635-9576 Pastor’s Telephone, (303) 574-3487 The Rev. Alvin N. Larkin, Host Pastor The Rev. E. B. Childress, Host P.E. The Rev. M. L. Shakespeare, Co-Host P. E. KANSAS/NEBRASKA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 15-21, 1986 Trinity A.M.E. Church 2201 North 5th Street Kansas City, KS 66101 Church Telephone: (913) 621-2306 Pastor’s Telephone: (913) 371-2810 The Rev. W. Bartlette Finney, Host Pastor The Rev. Don C. Stephenson, Host P.E. The Rev. T. R. Evans, Co-Host P.E. The Rev. A. T. Taylor, Co-Host P.E. NORTHWEST MISSOURI ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 22-28, 1986 Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 4125 Benton Blvd. Kansas City, MO 64130 Church Telephone: (816) 921-2151 Pastor’s Telephone: (816) 921-2801 The Rev. Edward E. Fields, Host Pastor The Rev. P. A. Williams, Host P.E. The Rev. E. Lewis Branch, Co-Host P.E. MISSOURI ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 6-12, 1986 Wayman A.M.E. Church 5010 Cabanne Avenue St. Louis, MO 63113 Church Telephone: (814) 361-4123 Pastor’s Telephone: (314) 991-0966 The Rev. Lonnie C. Wormley, Host Pastor The Rev. Cyrus Keller, Host P.E. The Rev. O. H. Brown, Co-Host P.E. FIFTH DISTRICT EVALUATION/ PLANNING MEETING October 13, 1986 St. Peter A.M.E. Church 47380 Margaretta St. Louis, MO 63115 Church Telephone: (314) 381-3345 Pastor’s Telephone: (314) 381-0498 The Rev. Chevienne Jones, Host Pastor ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND MEETING October 13, 1986 SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. FREDERICK C. JAMES PALMETTO SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 24-28, 1986 Bethel AME Church Corner of Broad and Duke Streets Georgetown, South Carolina 29440 The Rev. W. H. Settle, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (803) 546-4898 Pastor’s Telephone: (803) 546-4503 The Rev. S. A. Brown, Host P. E. NORTHEAST SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 8-12, 1986 Ebenzer AME Church 521 N. Smith Street Mullins, South Carolina 29574 The Rev. J. L. Rouse, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (803) 464-0341 Church Telephone: (803) 464-9921 Pastor’s Telephone: (803) 428-3029 The Rev. W. D. C. McClary, Host P.E. COLUMBIA SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 15-19, 1986 Turner Memorial AME Church 1122 Monticello, Street West Columbia, South Carolina 29169 The Rev, Charles Young, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (803) 799-0018 Pastor's Telephone: (803) 786-0229 The Rev, C. R. Hawthorne, Host P.E, SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 22-26, 1986 Trinity AME Church 677 Meeting Street Charleston, South Carolina 29403 The Rev, Clifton Miller, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (803) 723-5390 Pastor's Telephone: (803) 723-9788 The Rev. Alonzo Middleton, Host P.E. PIEDMONT SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 5-9, 1986 Bethel AME Church 808 S. Fant Street Anderson, South Carolina 29621 The Rev. J. J. James, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (803) 224-2609 Pastor’s Telephone: (803) 224-2609 The Rev. Castell Jackson, Host P.E. CENTRAL SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 12-16, 1986 Bethel AME Church 316 Railroad Avenue St. Matthews, South Carolina The Rev. R. A. Brown, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (803) 874-2616 Pastor’s Telephone: (803) 874-2616 The Rev. B. P. Boston, Host P.E. THE 1986-1987 SEVENTH DISTRICT PLANNING SESSION November 28-29, 1986 EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. DONALD G. K. MING MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 10-14, 1986 St. John A.M.E. Church 406 E. Division Street Biloxi, Mississippi 39530 The Rev. Nelson Taylor, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (601) 432-2874 The Rev. James Manley, Host P.E. The Rev. Joshua D. Watkins, Assoc. P.E. EAST MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 17-21, 1986 St. James A.M.E. Church 3706 Davis Street Meridian, Mississippi 39301 The Rev. Joseph F. Whalen, Jr., Host Pastor Church Telephone: (601) 485-7175 The Rev. G. S. James, Host P.E. The Rev. M. R. Mozee, Assoc. P.E. The Rev. E. A. James, Assoc. P.E. NORTHEAST—WEST MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 24-28, 1986 Turner Chapel A.M.E. Church 1108 14th Street, South Columbus, Mississippi 39701 The Rev. Earnest Hargrove, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (601) 327-1177 The Rev. E. C. Taylor, III, Host P.E. The Rev. E. A. Deed, Assoc. P.E. CENTRAL NORTH MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 8-12, 1986 Bethel A.M.E. Church Highway 61 Mound Bayou, Mississippi 38762 The Rev. Joseph Parker, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (601) 741-2864 The Rev. C. L. Woodley, Host P.E. The Rev. F. C. Stallworth, Assoc. P.E. NORTH LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 15-19, 1986 Allen Chapel A.M.B, Church 510 North 11th Street Monroe, Louisiana 71201 The Rev, Robert Boyd, Host Pastor Church Telephone: (318) 323-6382 Pastor's Telephone: (318) 325-8972 The Rev, C. Collins, Host PE. The Rev. G. K. Tomkies, Assoc. P.E. CENTRAL LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 22-26, 1986 Bethel A.M.E. Church 910 Meriam Street Plaquemine, LA 70764 The Rev. J. K. Holliday, Host Pastor Church Telephone. (504) 222-6832 The Rev. E. D. Williams, Host P.E. LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 5-9, 1986 St. Paul A.M.E. Church 420 Church Street Bogalusa, Louisiana 70427 The Rev. Joseph Cyprian, Host Pastor Church Teiephone: (504) 796-3495 The Rev. M. J. Black, Sr., Host P.E. The Rev. F. B. Hitchens, Assoc. P.E. The Rev. T. C. Johnson, Assoc. P.E. The Rev. Elijah Nelson, Assoc. P.E. PLANNING MEETING November 14-15, 1986 MISSIONARY CONVENTION MEETINGS To be held one day before the opening of each Annual Conference. NINTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. FRANK M. REID, JR. MRS. IRENE B. REID EPISCOPAL SUPERVISOR WEST ALABAMA CONFERENCE BRANCH WMS September 9, 1986 WEST ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 10-12, 1986 Bryant Chapel A.M.E. Church 3125 Spaulding Street South West Birmingham, Alabama 35221 Church Telephone: (205) 925-7151 Pastor’s Telephone: (205) 925-3153 The Rev. J. L. McIntyre, Host Pastor The Rev. J. F. Holmes, Host P. E. CENTRAL ALABAMA CONFERENCE BRANCH WMS September 16, 1986 CENTRAL ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 17-19, 1986 Metropolitan A.M.E. Church 750 Davis Street Mobile, Alabama 36603 Church Telephone: (205) 433-4282 Pastor’s Telephone: (205) 433-4175 The Rev. G. L. Washington, Host Pastor The Rev. H. O. Swanson, Host P. E. ALABAMA CONFERENCE BRANCH WMS September 23, 1986 ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 24-26, 1986 Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church 130 Fourth Street West Prattville, Alabama 36067 Church Telephone: (205) 365-7962 Pastor’s Telephone: (205) 365-7962 The Rev. J. D. King, Host Pastor The Rev. W. F. Thompson, Host P.E. Please turn to page 11 Nee ee ee ee, |! ===== DSC04940.JPG ===== September &, 1986 The AME Christian Recorder il ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Continued from page 10 SOUTH ALABAMA CONFERENCE BRANCH WMS October 7, 1986 SOUTH ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 8-10, 1986 Parks Chapel A.M.E. Church 1000 Montana Street Dothan, Alabama 36303 Church Telephone: (205) 794-4811 Pastor’s Telephone: (205) 792-5033 The Rev. C. C. Cummings, Host Pastor The Rev. J. C. Jarrett, Host PE. EAST ALABAMA CONFERENCE BRANCH WMS October 14, 1986 EAST ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 15-17, 1986 Nichols Chapel A.M.E. Church 215 - 11th Avenue Phenix City, Alabama 36867 Church Telephone: (205) 298-2570 Pastor’s Telephone: (205) 298-7891 The Rev. Z. D. Hardwick, Host Pastor The Rev. W. M. Boddie, Host P.E. NORTH ALABAMA CONFERENCE BRANCH WMS October 21, 1986 NORTH ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 22-24, 1986 St. Paul A.M.E. Church 141 South Cherokee Street Florence, Alabama 35630 Church Telephone: (205) 764-3900 Pastor’s Telephone: (205) 766-1059 The Rev. W. N. Huggins, Host Pastor The Rev. R. W. Hilson, Host P.E. TENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. REMBERT E. STOKES SOUTHWEST TEXAS CONFERENCE BRANCH W.M.S September 9, 1986 SOUTHWEST TEXAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 10-12, 1986 St. James A.M.E. Church 410 N. Richter Street San Antonio, Texas 78207 Church Telephone: (512) 226-1651 Pastor’s Telephone: (512) 226-0916 The Rev. L. E. Ausbie, Host Pastor The Rev. Q. C. Roberson, Host P.E. The Rev. O. W. Hodges, Assoc. P.E. TEXAS CONFERENCE BRANCH W.M.S. September 23, 1986 TEXAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 24-26, 1986 Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church 6822 Arabella Street Houston, TX 77088 Church Telephone: (713) 697-5657 Pastor’s Telephone: (713) 741-2264 The Rev. A. V. Hawkins, Host Pastor The Rev. O. L. Dawson, Host P.E. The Rev. L. W. Jenkins, Assoc. P.E. The Rev. X. L. Williams, Assoc. P.E. CENTRAL TEXAS CONFERENCE BRANCH W.M.S. September 30, 1986 CENTRAL TEXAS CONFERENCE October 1-3, 1986 Wayman Chapel A.M.E. Church 407 E. Avenue D Temple, TX 76501 Church Telephone: (817) 773-7890 Pastor’s Telephone: (817) 799-8576 The Rev. L. R. Emanuel, Host Pastor The Rev. C. C. Johnson, Host P.E. The Rev. Dubyer Harris, Assoc. PE ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV, PHILIP R. COUSIN MRS. MARGARET JOANN COUSIN EPISCOPAL SUPERVISOR CENTRAL FLORIDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 18-21, 1986 Mt. Moriah A.M.E. Church P. O. Box 541 (off 301 on Huey St. Wildwood, FL 32785 Church Telephone: (904) 748-0411 Pastor's Telephone: (904) 669-2888 The Rev. C. A. Reeves, Host Pastor P. O. Box 541 Wildwood, FL 32785 ORLANDO FLORIDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 25-28, 1986 Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 626 Second Avenue Daytona Beach, FL 32014 Church Telephone: (904) 255-1501 Pastor’s Telephone: (904) 252-8638 The Rev. B. H. Martin, Host Pastor 320 N. Lincoln Street Daytona Beach, FL 32014 SOUTH FLORIDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 8-12, 1986 Mt. Hermon A.M.E. Church 401 N. W. 7th Terrace Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 Church Telephone: (305) 463-6309 Pastor’s Telephone: (305) 462-7174 The Rev. Lewis Myers, Host Pastor 711 N. W. 4th Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311 TAMPA FLORIDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 16-19, 1986 St. Paul A.M.E. Church 506 E. Harrison Street Tampa, FL 33602 Church Telephone: (813) 223-3158 Pastor’s Telephone: (813) 621-8720 The Rev. H. E. Hannans, Host Pastor 3053 S. 78th Street Tampa, FL 33619 EAST FLORIDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 22-26, 1986 St. Paul A.M.E. Church 85 Central Avenue St. Augustine, FL 32084 Church Telephone: (904) 829-3918 Pastor’s Telephone: (904) 829-3918 The Rev. F. D. Richardson, Jr., Host Pastor 84 St. Benedict Street St. Augustine, FL 32084 BAHAMA ISLANDS ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 14-16, 1986 Robinson-Morris Chapel A.M.E. Church Nassau, Bahamas Church Telephone: (809) 322-1834 Pastor’s Telephone: (809) 323-7637 The Rev. J. M. Sands, Host Pastor P. O. Box 2344 Nassau, Bahamas EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING November 21-22, 1986 TWELFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. H. H. BROOKINS MRS. BONITA C. BROOKINS, EPISCOPAL SUPERVISOR OKLAHOMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE CENTRAL-NORTHEAST OKLAHOMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 16-21, 1986 St. John A.M.E. Church 1845 North Peoria Street Tulsa, Oklahoma Church Telephone: (918) 585-9425 Pastor’s Telephone: (918) 592-0161 The Rev. W. R. Norful, Sr., Host Pastor The Rev. B. S. Roberts, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: Rev. N. C. Irving EAST-NORTHEAST ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 1-5, 1986 Union A.M.E, Church 1825 South Pulaski Street (Wright Ave. & Pulaski St.) Little Rock, Arkansas Church Telephone: (501) 374-5328 Pastor's Telephone: (501) 663-9625 The Rev, Eugene Brannon, Host Pastor The Rev. J. J. Brown, Host P. E. Annual Sermon: Rev, Rufus K, Young WEST ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE CENTRAL ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE SOUTH ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 15-19, 1986 Visitor’s Chapel A.M.E. Church 319 Church Street Hot Springs, Arkansas Church Telephone: (501) 623-2975 Pastor’s Telephone: (501) 623-6873 The Rev. C. E. Horton, Host Pastor The Rev. R. J. Hampton, Host P.E. Annual Sermon: Rev. W. G. Wynn TWELFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PLANNING COUNCIL October 21-22, 1986 Bethel A.M.E. Church 815 West 16th Street (16th & State Streets) Church Telephone: (501) 374-2891 The Rev. J. J. Brown, Host P. E. SEVENTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. ROBERT L. PRUITT ZAMBIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 24-28, 1986 Bright Temple Kitwe MALAWI ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 18-21, 1986 Karonga Women’s Missionary Conventions to be held two days before their respective con- ferences EIGHTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. HAROLD B. SENATLE MOZAMBIQUE ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 19-21, 1986 F. C. James Chapel A.M.E. Church The Rev. L. Mboweni, Host Pastor/P.E. BOTSWANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 22-26, 1986 Fred Harrison Senatle Chapel The Rev. L. M. Mbulawa, Host Pastor/P. E. NORTHEAST LESOTHO ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 29-November 2, 1986 A.M.E. Church Quacha's Nek The Rev. M. T. Machefu, Host Pastor/P. E. LESOTHO ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 5-9, 1986 Johnson Baker Chapel A.M.E. Church Mafeteng The Rev. J. Kemeng, Host Pastor The Rev. H. H. Gewabe, Host P.E. SWAZILAND ANNUAL CONFERENCE December 10-14, 1986 Collins Chapel A.M.E, Church Mbabane The Rev. T. Mbambo, Host Pastor The Rev, Dr. I, S. Motha, Host P.E. NINETEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME CHURCH ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THE RT. REV. HAROLD B, SENATLE NATAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 16-19, 1986 A.M.E. Church, Bizana Bizana The Rev. J. C. Nyakata, Host Pastor ORANGIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 12-16, 1986 Xaba Chapel A.M.E. Church Heilbron The Rev. 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AMEC SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION 500 Eighth Avenue South Nashville, Tennessee 37203 inate peer rinhninae ===== DSC04941.JPG ===== 2 The AME Christian Recorder September 8, 1986 ee EEE Whitney Houston Honored By National Council Of NegroWomen pend For, Yourtopy Tales AMEC BICENTENNIAL HYMNAL The first new hymnal for the African Methodist Episcopal Church in 30 years— now ready for you! Singer Whitney Houston was honored by the National Council of Negro Women at the 12th Annual Bethune Recognition Awards recently in New York City. Sponsored by the Greater New York Area NCNW, the tribute to Women in the Bethune Tradi- tion salutes outstanding women in business, industry, education, community service and the arts. Dr. Dorothy I. Height, president of the NCNW, commented on Ms. The new AMEC Bicenten) Houston's selection: “It is fitting to honor Whitney Houston not only for the ex- cellence of her artistry, which we have watched develop first hand over the years, but also for the inspiration and positive role model she represents to all young people to- day.”’ Ms. Houston and her mother, Cissy Houston, have been long-time supporters of the NCNW. Ms. Houston, pictured in the center, received the award from Dr. Dorothy I. Height (left) and Aubrey Lewis, Vice President of F.W. Woolworth (right), al Hymnat ineludes: ® many new, contemporary hymns and many well-known “standards” and “favorites” @ more hymns from Black Americans as well as from African and Caribbean sources contemporary language in non-musical portion a three year lectionary Photo credit: Austin Hansen nany keys lowered 1ais St. John’s A.M.E. Church Pays Tribute To Former Pastors posers I € Former Pastors Called Back , authors, compos rs For A Special Day Of Honor —firt nes an tored St. John’s A.M.E. Church Norfolk, VA—Under the direction of pe the Reverend I. W. Knight, Sr., pre from 1978 to 1985. The former ; & I : All these assets < if ) the most up-to-date, complete sent pastor of St. John’s A.M.E pastor and his wife Phyllis spent the ste “ : . : . “ie 4 MEC hymnbook available in years! The four editions of Church, the only two living former weekend in Norfolk, bringing with oa 1MEC } pes a eee - ad at peagee from iow Bicentennial Edition back for a day of honor, esteem and Bethel A.M.E. Church and the cor I beneath wititu i hing page edges and BHiue § 1ité : ater pa ag an formal attestations. Rev. Knight is unity of Ormond Beach, Florida gold stamping known to be a benovolent, dynami The guests were domiciled at tne RAG-127267 $9.95 minister and pastor who believes Holiday Inn-Waterside Hote on armors e9 50 paying tribute t those wi nave Dr lelivered t preceded him and have laid a for both the eight ek and the Commemorative Edition strong foundation for the ehure! eleve elock worshi Ser es M ont On Sunday, April 27, the chure! The congregation re este celebrated “Family Day at whiact M Davis g a | at both se t he : es \ satin ribbon marke time the Rev. Walter L. Hildebra: vices, and et an high during RAG-127278 $50.00 who pastored St. John Church fron the entire day. A etar 1959 to 1966, delivered the eleve va ude to the church by the Large-Print Edition together in the hurch and a big he I be ~ s 4 A x family dinner for the entire churer Chur believe strongly that great RAG-127280 $35.00 was served free of charge [ollowing ribute {ue Re 1. W the services. Many fond memork Knight, Sr., for | far-sightedne Looseleaf Edition were recalled we e, He y ‘ On Sunde May 25, th hurel recognized as beit ad - n Sunday May e chu he y vit teteer sanae observed “Walter C, Davis Day” iz f God cee ee ceeeceeeeeeeesesesccececeeesesseseseeseeseseesses* honor of the Rev. Dr. Davis wit Florence R. Woedhouse, Reporter ; ' i 4 - ' } har God Speaks To Super Seventh ; ang $ ’ Prarsy xtra. Add sal ax if applicable H Continued from page 5 ; ' ' i man and the Staff of Allen | ‘ “ 4 1 Jas MN ' \ ' sity, and our most excellent a Maybe ( re ‘ " ‘ ' ; i capable Congré Co-Chairmai mething ' Mt ' Rev Allen W. Parrott, and Kev ' \ ' John H, Gillisor Rev. Joseph A. Darby ' ' Spec ial thank go to Bishop and Public Relations Staff ' ' Mrs. Frederick Jarre the Ey Seventh Episeopal District H ‘A ' } : Charge t ; copal team that i pr ! ' ' +} 4 H ' ; South Carolina, and have turned « : Seventh into the “super event! 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  ===== DSC03915.JPG ===== ih ii mar 1 3 2008 W {Ht OFFICIAL ORGA al -RIC i iAN OF THE at METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH RiSTAN. VOL. 157, NO. 10 GOD OUR FATHER + CHRIST OUR REDEEMER * MAN OUR BROTHER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 By Reporter - Birdie M. Boyd The 124th session of the West Arkansas Conference convened at Historic Vis itors Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Hot Springs National P i Arkansas. Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle, Presiding Prelate nh the 12th Epi : copal District, called the Opening Worship Service to order with the ne The Lord Is in His Holy Temple.” The choir, clergy, presiding elders, and ne bishop processed into the sanctuary to the Processional Hymn “Hol Holy Holy.” Bishop Chappelle presented the Worship Leader, Presiding Elder Dr Clarence V. Boyd, Presiding Elder of the Hot Springs District ond gave ae conference protocol and outlined the order of service. ‘ ; The Host Pastor, Dr. Clarence H. Guy, led the Call to Worship; Rev. Curle lined the Opening Hymn, “And Are We Yet Alive.” Rey. Angela Bieaes ofa the morning prayer. The Old and New Testament Scriptures were read by Rev Arthur Coulter and Rev. Richard Sutton, respectively. The Decalogue was led by Rev. Larry Banks followed by Gifts for Travel by Rev. James Clark Sr Greetings were brought to the conference by Mr. Raymond Frazier fou U S Senator Blanche Lincoln, and by Ms. Camera Seals from U.S. Senator Mark Pr o Presiding Elder Thomas W. Adair, Presiding Elder of the Magnolia District ones Bishop Richard A. Chappelle, who presented the preacher of the hour. Rey, James H Giles, Pastor of St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Arkadelphia, Arkansas, preached the ariel Sermon using as his topic “A Report That You Can Believe.” His text was from Isaiah 53:1-5 and Matthew 21:10-11. Rev. Giles set the tone for a “Mountaintop” conference After the acknowledgement of the many visitors, visiting presiding elders Si TOOOZ Sons of Allen 9 m MRT peiliiig vy aoa of the West Conference ended with the Benediction. After devotion by Sisters Natalie Thomas, Linda Butler, and Rev. James Andrews, Bishop Chappelle called the first business of the conference to order. The Conference Secretary, Rev. Lou K. Montgomery, called the roll. The con- ference was saddened by the loss of one itinerant ..Continued on p4 “IT'S PRAYING TIME: IT'S TIME TO RENEW OUR PRAYER LIFE” By Brother Kelvin J. Anthony | “Preparing Creative and Effective Leaders for the Church” It’s celebration time. February 4th—7th, 2008: Turner Theological Seminary celebrated its 114th Founders’ Convocation. This year marks the culmination of twenty-three years of service for President/Dean Daniel Editor’s note: Brother Kelvin J. Anthony is 16 years old! Jacobs. On Monday, February 4th, the Turner Student Fellowship hosted a “Purple Tie Affair” beginning at 7 p.m. in the Frederick H. Talbot Hall. Tuesday, February 5th, Bishop William P. DeVeaux of the Sixth Episcopal District addressed the Alumni Association at 8:30 a.m. at their breakfast, which was held in the ITC Refectory. Following the Alumni Association’s Business Session at 10 a.m. there was a forum for candidates of the Epis- copacy and general officers with the Rev. Ammie Miller presiding. This year a Memorial Service was held at the Georgia State Capitol in honor of the Founder of Turner Theological Seminary. Transporta- tion was available from the school to the State Capitol. Tuesday’s events ended at St. Philips A.M.E. Church, 240 Candler Road, with a Retirement Banquet Celebra- tion in honor of Dr. Daniel W. Jacobs, Sr. On Wednesday, February 6th, after continental breakfast in the Frederick H. Talbot Hall, we were blessed to have the H. M. Turner — W. R. Wilkes Memorial Lectures I and II by the Reverend Dr. Floyd H. Flake in the Franklin Auditorium at the IMGs Jes former U.S. Congressman, the Reverend Dr. Floyd H. Flake, Senior Pastor of Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York in Jamaica, Queens, and President of ilberforce University in Ohio | Continued on p5 After reading the newspaper earlier, I saw Satan at his work. Satan used two of his disciples to burn down 4 churches in Alabama. One of them was an A.M.E Church by the name of Greater Peace and Goodwill A.M.E. Church, Phenix City, Alabama. As I finished the article, the Lord spoke to me and gave me a word to say to the African Methodist Episcopal Church. In this article, I would like to stress the need of prayer in our lives and in the New Year. In this society and in the world in which we live in, many times you see that society itself has become alienated from itself. This is true in regards of helping our neigh- bors, helping mankind, seeking about one another and most importantly, praying for each other. Since the beginning of time, prayer has been the building block, the fabric that is woven to hold our society together. For example, let us look at Moses, and how he prayed unto God, and allowed God to use him, and with God's direction, led the children of Israel out of Bondage. This once great country in which we live in was built on the very basis and foundation of prayer. But nowadays, prayers in our society have taken a back seat to the other ways of the world. Isn't it amazing how when it comes to certain issues, it almost seems that the ones that involve in the church, how the minority of the individuals involved can change things? Look at this for a minute or two, it takes a majority of people to elect the pres- ident, but it takes only a few to eliminate prayer in schools. And since this elimina- tion of prayer in the schools, there has been nothing but hell and chaos in school. Children are fighting on a more regular basis, children killing each other, children talking back to their parents and teachers, and children having children. My brothers and sisters, the fact of the matter is that it is praying time and we need to renew our prayer life. I have come to the realization that that is the reason we do not know what it is that we are trying to do. Many people do not know that God .. Continued on p15 Walbentoree University is ONC. Conte) ===== DSC03916.JPG ===== 2 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 Dr. Calvin H. Sydnor II! On several occasions, | have heard Bishop T. Larry Kirkland sing, “I have had some good days; I have had some bad days...” The song goes on to say something like, “I have had some hills to climb and when | weigh my good days and my bad days, all of my good days outweigh my bad days; I won't complain.” This editorial was supposed to have been about “Change,” but a “bad day” experience doesn’t allow me to do the “Change” editorial. I was in Columbia, South Carolina for the ground-breaking ceremony at Allen University and had written the editorial in long-hand and it was in my beautiful leather portfolio that Dr. Clement Fugh encouraged me to buy, but which I did not want. His encouragement was fueled by my wife, Rev. Charlotte, and I succumbed and bought the too-expensive portfolio. I didn’t want to purchase it, because I just thought that I would lose it. I forgot it on two occasions, and on the first occasion, Bishop William DeVeaux was kind enough to Fed-Ex it overnight to me, and on another occasion, I had to go back to where I had left it to retrieve it. At that point, I had my name engraved on the portfolio, so when I left it, someone would know to whom it belonged. And guess what? I left it in Columbia, South Carolina and the Reverend Robert China to mail it to me. I am expecting it. The problem for me is that my editorial and reference materials were left in the portfolio. I have tried for two days, without success, to duplicate my thoughts in the editorial, but have been unable to do so. That’s the “bad day” part of this experience. I have wrestled with this sit- uation and have given up and I have decided to put the “Change” editorial in the next edition. SOME THINGS DON'T GO RIGHT; | HAVE HAD SOME GOOD DAYS AND | HAVE HAD SOME BAD DAYS... So, even the editor has had some “bad days,” but I have also had some good days. Let me share a “good day” experience with you about my experience at the Allen University ground- breaking ceremony in Columbia, South Carolina, But, before I share the “good day” I spent in the Seventh Episcopal District, where the Right Reverend Preston Warren Williams II is the Pre- siding Prelate and Dr. Wilma Delores Williams is the Episcopal Supervisor, I want to share a couple of “good days” I had in Atlanta where I attended the Evangelism Seminar and heard sev- eral of the candidates who are “running” for bishop preach dynamic sermons. I did not hear all of the invited candidates preach and there were other candidates who were not on the schedule to preach, but the sermons I heard were outstanding presentations of God’s Word. Those days at the Seminar were “good days” because I had opportunities to converse with many of our bishops and several of my fellow general officers. It was a “good day” because I heard a great sermon by the Right Reverend T. Larry Kirkland and I heard about the superb pre- sentation on India that was given by the Right Reverend John R. Bryant. It is always a “good day” to be in the presence of, and to fellowship with, A.M.E.s. It’s always a WU aa cannes ora wat AU LLCW friends from across the Connection. Dr. James Wade is the Executive Director of the Department of Church Growth and Development and the Right Reverend Preston Warren Williams II is the Commission Chair. The Right Reverend William Phillips DeVeaux was the Host Bishop for the Evangelism Seminar. (An article is forthcoming) Most of the guests arrived in Columbia, South Carolina on Sunday evening (January 13, 2008). The Christian Recorder was established in 1852. The Christian Recorder. DR. JOHNNY BARBOUR, JR., Publisher DR. CALVIN H. 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CHURCH, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181 for Send Check or Name $36.00 Per Year Money Order Payable to: The Christian Recorder 500 Eighth Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203-4181 We immediately went to the Marriott Hotel in downtown Columbia, where we were served a delicious meal and welcomed by Bishop Preston Warren Williams II and Dr. Charles Young, the President of Allen University. After the dinner, we were taken to our hotel. The next morning, we were picked up by the Allen University Bus and given a tour of the University led by Presi- dent Charles Young. A part of the tour included being taken to the shopping center that is being remodeled as a cafeteria, counseling center, bou- tique, and student counseling center, At the conclusion of the tour, we were taken to breakfast, which was followed by the formal portion of the ground-breaking ceremony that was held at the Bishop John Adams Gymnato- rium. The program provided more “good day” ingredients. The speeches, accolades, the choir and solos were superb. Dr. Jamye Coleman Williams, the ultimate communicator, spoke about the relevancy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and reminded us that Allen University was the first university in America that was named for a Black American, Richard Allen, the founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. From the formal event, we went to the actual ground-breaking location where the new men ma Steps eli I was so impressed with Allen University, which is fully accredited. The school is rela- tively small, but has the air of being elite. I would not hesitate to recommend Allen Univer- sity to the young men and women of my rela- tives and friends. Bishop Williams, President Young, and the Board of Trustees’ vision for Allen University is a noble one. The grounds were ,,. Continued on pi... - SUBSCRIBE! to The Christian Recorder Keep yourself informed about your church vA EW cONGREOATION, ‘ ywaToN weer y OF ‘Su oe mR wertHe EMBASS pe IND a f- = gr ERISCOPAL reAAINST "THe GENOC! Please PRINT. Payment must accompany order. Allow 4 weeks for delivery. Address City/ State/ Zip wenn tnd anna erst nme h drt tg ===== DSC03917.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP RICHARD FRANKLIN NORRIS MARCH 3, 2008 WMS Day MARCH 4-9, 2008 New Jersey Annual Conference MARCH 11, 2008 WMS Day MARCH 12-16, 2008 Bermuda Annual Conference APRIL 8, 2008 WMS Day APRIL 9-13, 2008 Delaware Annual Conference APRIL 21, 2008 WMS Day APRIL 22-27, 2008 New York Annual Conference APRIL 30, 2008 WMS Day MAY 1-4, 2008 Western New York Annual Conference MAY 13, 2008 WMS Day MAY 14-18, 2008 New England Annual Conference MAY 19, 2008 WMS Day MAY 20-25, 2008 Philadelphia Annual Conference SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AM.E. CHURCH BISHOP ADAM JEFFERSON RICHARDSON, JR. MARCH 24-29, 2008 BALTIMORE ANNUAL CONFERENCE St. John A.M.E. Church, Host Church Baltimore, MD Marriott Hote! at BWI/Thurgood Marshall Airport, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (410) 728-0809 The Rev. Dr. Peggy Wail, Host Pastor The Rev. Ernest L. Montague, Host PE The Rev. Dr Earle M. Brooks, Assoc. PE APRIL 7- 12, 2008 WASHINGTON ANNUAL CONFERENCE Union Bethel A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Churct Brandywine, MD The Rev. Dr. Harry L. Seawright Co-Host Pastor Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Washington, DC The Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Co-Host Pastor Ward Memorial A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Washington, D( The Rev. Dr. Conrad K. Pridgen, Co-Host Pastor Hemingway Memorial AM.E. Church, Co-Host Church District Heights, MD The Rev. Samuel Hayward, Co-Host Pastor Reid Temple A.M.E. Church, Glenn Dale, MD Conference site Pastor's Phone: (301) 372-6036 The Rev. Goodwin Douglas, Host PE The Rev. Dr Louis-Charles Harvey, Assoc. Pt APRIL 21-26, 2008 VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Third Street Bethel AME. Church, host Cr Richmond, VA Omni Richmond Hotel, Richmond, VA, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (804) 747-6265 The Rev. Daryl K. Kearney, Host Pastor The Rev. Paul C. Adkins, Host PE. The Rev. Chester W. Morris, Assoc. PE. MAY 5-10, 2008 NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE St. Philip A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Wilmington, NC The Rev. DeOther Melvin, Co-Host Pastor Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Wilmington, NC The Rev. Charles Davis, Co-Host Pastor St. James A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Castle Hayne, NC The Rev. Dr. Roosevelt L. Holmes, Co-Host Pastor Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Wilmington, NC The Rev. Dr. Anthony Watson, Co-Host Pastor Sea Trail Golf Resort and Conference Center, Sunset Beach, NC, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (910) 762-3573 The Rev. Evelyn Gail Dunn, Host PE. The Rev. Larry Stanwyk Hinton, Assoc. PE. MAY 19-24, 2008 WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church, Host Church Greensboro, NC Sheraton Hotel and Joseph S. Koury Convention Center, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (336) 273-5268 The Rev. Dr. Norman W. Handy, Jr, Host Pastor The Rev. Benjamin S. Foust, Host PE. The Rev. J. Bernard Wilder, Assoc. PE The Rev. Larnie G. Horton, Assoc. PE FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP PHILIP ROBERT COUSIN, SR. AUGUST 3-10, 2008 CANADIAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Grant AMEC, Toronto Crowne Plaza Toronto 416-449-4111 or 877-474-6835 Room Rate: $129 single; $139 double; $149 triple; $159 quad (Canadian/plus tax) Reservation Deadline: July 11; Free parking The Rev. Cory Millben, Host Pastor and P E AUGUST 18-25, 2008 MICHIGAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Ebenezer AMEC, Detroit, MI Hyatt Regency Hotel, Dearborn, MI 313-593-1234 or 800-233-1234 Room Rate. $109 s Reservation Deadline: August 8 Free parking The Rev. H. Michael Lemmons, Host Pasto SEPTEMBER 7-14, 2008 ILLINOIS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Hast’ Ward Chapel AMEC. Peoria Site to be determined The Rev. James Bailey, Host Pasto: SEPTEMBER 21-28, 2008 INDIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE t Central Indiana Ministerial Alliance OCTOBER 5-12, 2008 CHICAGO ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host Coppin AMEC, | 1GO, It Room Rate $ Walter Bauldri OCTOBER 23-25, 2008 FOURTH DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING ibie/tripie/quad pius tax Parking: $5 per day with in/out privileges for hotel guests only TENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP GREGORY GERALD MCKINLEY INGRAM FEBRUARY 13-16, 2008 FOUNDER'S DAY 2008 Hilton Hotel 113 S. University Parks Drive Waco, Texas Reservations — 254-754-8484 Deadline for reservations — January 18, 2008 FOURTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP DAVID RWHYNICA DANIELS, JR. FEBRUARY 13-17, 2008 SIERRA LEONE ANNUAL CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 12, 2008 W.M.S. ANNUAL CONVENTION Richard Allen A.M.E. Chapel Bai Bureh Road, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa The Rev. Matthew Quartey, Host Pastor The Rev. Isaac Showers, Host PE FEBRUARY 21-24, 2008 NIGERIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 20, 2008 W.M.S. ANNUAL CONVENTION Christ Love AM.E. Church lie Ife City, Nigeria, West Africa The Rev. Yemi Olanrewaju, Host Pastor Margaret Fadehan, Host PE FEBRUARY 28-MARCH 2, 2008 TOGO/BENIN ANNUAL CONFERENCE FEBRUARY 27, 2008 W.M.S. ANNUAL CONVENTION MARCH 7-9, 2008 GHANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE MARCH 6, 2008 W.M.S. ANNUAL CONVENTION Bethel AME. Church Accra, Ghana 2 Rev. Laillier L. Loleman, Host rasto he Rev. Emmanuel Ut MARCH 19-23, 2008 LIBERIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE MARCH 16-18, 2008 WMS. ANNUAL CONVENTION FIFTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AME. CHURCH BISHOP SAMUEL L. GREEN, SR JANUARY 3-6, 2008 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CONGRESS 2008 Port Elizabeth, SA MARCH 6-8, 2008 MID-YEAR CONVOCATION 2008 MARCH 8, 2008 GENERAL CONFERENCE DELEGATION MEETING St. Marys AMEC Kimberley, South Africa The Reverend T. J. Mogadile, Host Pastor The Reverend Senkgwane J. Dithipe, Host Presiding Elder MARCH 15, 2008 15TH DISTRICT DELEGATION Meeting at 9:00 a.m. TWENTIETH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP WILFRED J. MESSIAH APRIL 16-20, 2008 MID-YEAR AND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CONGRESS Gumtree A.M.E. Church Bulawayo, Zimbabwe The Rev. Eustace B. Ginya, Host Pastor immaculate and the buildings were well-kept; the students looked and acted like college students. Presi- dent Young stated repeatedly that Allen University was in the busi- leaders in corporate and civic America. He reiterated that Allen University was in the business of | training its students to be profes- | sionals. He went on to say that Allen University is not in the busi- ness of preparing students for the | hip-hop culture of BET and MTV. Bishop Williams is a master net- worker, It is evident that he knows | how to make and motivate friends in “high places.” He has a gift in leadership and has _ excellent | “people-skills” and it’s apparent | that those skills are God-given. And, let me say of all of our bishops; and I have had the oppor- tunity to watch them up-close. They are, to a person, dedicated to | the African Methodist Episcopal Church and to the work that has | been assigned to them, They are | concerned about ministry and about the laity of the Church, Our bishops have a difficult job because whenever they make deci- sions that make some individuals | happy, there are an equal number of persons who will be unhappy. And, I would be remiss if I failed to say that our Zion has the best general officers that can be found anywhere in any denomination, Knowing our bishops and gen- | eral officers gives me a lot of “good days.” Well, Continued on p15... ===== DSC03918.JPG ===== 4 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 SSS ..From West Arkansas on pl... elder, Rev. Ruby Guinn. Bishop Richard A. Chappelle called for the organization of the conference which was read by P.E. Clarence Boyd. The conference agenda was read and adopted. Presiding Elder Clarence Boyd made his summary report for the Hot Springs District followed by remarks from he and Mrs. Boyd. Rey. Thomas Adair made the summary report for the Magnolia District. He and Mrs. Adair Dr. and Mrs. Clarence H. Guy, Host Pastor Ordination Magnolia a siding Elder Thomas G. Allen, President ol the James Highsmith served as the Worship Leader The preac “Press Your Way Through the Crowd,” Matthew §:25-34 Power Worship Service. Rev. Rev. Lou K. Montgomery, preached from the subject made remarks about their years work. Visiting Presiding Elders Samuel Arnold and Clarence Reynolds, Revs. Jesse Wash- ington and Tyrone Broomfield were acknowl- edged. The Bishop then called for committee reports. They were as follows: State of the Country read by Dr. Anna B. Graham, Leg- islative Task Force read by Mrs. Sherrell Giles. Christian Education read by Dr. Clarence Guy, Deeds, Abstracts and Aban- 12th District Presiding Elders’ Council, for remarks her was introduced by P.E. Thomas Adair. The preacher, doned Property read by Rev. James Giles, Missions read by Mrs. Mary Wilson, Youth Activities read by Mrs. Sherrell Giles. Announcements and the session closed with the Miz’pah. Wednesday Night Ecumenical Service opened at 7:00 p.m. with Host Pastor Dr. Clarence Guy, presiding. The conference was blessed with music from the Roanoke Baptist Church choir from Hot Springs. They set the Sons of Allen os we : J re Debutante-Masters tone for their Pastor, Rev. Leon Massey, who preached from the subject, “No Other Hope But Jesus.” His text was | Timothy 1:1. After this sermon, we were reassured and ready to proceed with the business of the conference. The second day of conference was opened with devotion led by Revs. James Giles and Allen Yarbrough. Bishop Chappelle opened the “Confer- ence at Study” using the book entitled “Go Build a Church” written by Rev. James S. Miller. The study was informative and enlightening. Questions were asked, dis- cussed, and answered. It was difficult to close the session of study. Bishop Chappelle called for pastoral reports. Reports were given alternately from each Presiding Elder District. The Bishop acknowledged the presence of Pre- The session was adjourned for the Hour of After the offering, introduction ===== DSC03919.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11 2008 of visitors, the service closed with the Dox ology and Benediction The Afternoon Business Session opened with devotion led by Sisters Linda Butler and Natalie Thomas and Rev. James McGill. The Bishop continued with Pas toral reports. After the reports, Bishop Chappelle presented Rev. Diane Burl, Pastor of Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church, Fort Smith, Arkansas. Rev. Burl greeted the conference and announced her aspira Burl’s aspirations were endorsed by the confer- tion for the office of bishop. Rev ence. Announcements were made and the session ended. Thursday night, Sons of Allen night, opened with the the Sons of Allen in uniform making their entrance into the singing “We Are Soldiers.” Rev. sanctuary Cornelius Ordained Deaconsg THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 5 s ‘y { Ordained Deacon Hollingshed served as Worship Leader. Music was ren- dered by the Greater St. Paul Baptist Male Chorus, the Union Baptist Church Male Chorus, and the Bethel A.M.E. Church, Malvern, Arkansas, Male Chorus. Community Award was presented to Mr. Joe Lewis Brown, Business Award was presented to Mr. Stanford Ray, and the Youth Award was presented to Michael Turner Jr. Rev. Harriel White, West Arkansas Sons of Allen Coor- dinator, made special presentations to Bishop Richard A. Chappelle and Mother Barbara J. Chappelle. Visitors from other conferences and denominations were acknowledged. Closing Remarks were made by Rev. Har- riel White, Rev. Randolph Martin, 12th District Sons of Allen Coordinator, and Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle. The Doxology and Benediction closed this exciting Sons of Allen program. The third day of conference opened with devotion by Revs. Allen Yarbrough, Jettie Williams and Virgie Huff. Another enlightening Conference at Study began at 9:00 a.m. After much discussion and participation, the study session ended. Bishop Chappelle called for the continuation of com- mittee reports. The following reports were given: Temperance, read by Rev. Angela Piggee, Missions, Circuits and Stations read by Rev. Richard Sutton, Annual Conference Trustees by Rev. James Giles, State of the Church by Rey. Michael Harris, Incorporation of Church Property by Rey. Harriel White, Women in Ministry by Rev. Margie Williams, Judicial by Rev. Angela Piggee. The Financial Report was given by the District Accountant, Rey. Eugene Brannon. The Board of Examiners report was read by Rey. James Giles. ..From Preparing on p1... presented lectures at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Rey. Dr. Paula Whatley Matabane then ministered to us through a workshop entitled “Faith and Film in the Digital Age: New Avenues for Ministry.” Flipper Temple A.M.E. was the venue for dinner at 5 p.m. We ended the day with the 14th Annual Image Awards Worship Service with the Rev. Dr. Marvin Crawford, Pastor of First St. Paul A.M.E. Church, delivering the word. The honorees for the evening included Bishop McKinley Young of the Eleventh Episcopal District who received the Outstanding Episcopal Service Award, Rev. Dr. Marvin ...Continued on p14 Crawford who received the Outstanding Church Leadership Award and Dr. James C. Wade, Director of Church Growth and Development, who received the Outstanding Connectional Service Award. On Thursday, February 7th, after continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m., Bishop William P. DeVeaux hosted the Bishops’ Conversation with stu- dents in the ITC Chapel. Our Convocation Service was held at 11 a.m. in the ITC Chapel with the Bishop E. Earl McCloud, Office of Ecu- menical and Urban Affairs, as the Keynote Speaker. OOO ===== DSC03920.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 2007 A.M.E. PIEDMONT ANNUAL CONFERENCE From Monday, October Ist to Friday, October Sth, the 7th District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, which encompasses the entire state of South Carolina, con- vened in Greenville for the fifth of its annual conferences entitled the Pied- mont Annual Conference. This week long event was held at the Allen Temple A.M.E. Church and Family Life Center in Greenville, SC, where Rev. Samuel McPherson is Pastor. The Piedmont Conference is com- prised of the Greenville and Abbeville-Greenwood Districts and contains approximately 25,000 A.M.E members. This 98th session makes it the fourth oldest of six annual conferences held by the A.M.E. Church each year throughout the state of South Carolina. The following article is derived from the resolution which was sub- mitted by Rev. Myron Hill, Pastor of Cypress Chapel A.M.E. Church in Abbeville, SC, and the Piedmont Annual Conference Resolution Committee. For the second year in a row, the Youth Summit for the Piedmont Con- ference was a primary pre-confer- ence activity. Rev. Charles R. Watkins, Piedmont Conference Christian Education Director, was happy to register and see the 566 young people, ages 6 to 15, who par- took in this rich Christian educational experience. This year included 100 more young people than last year and we expect next year’s summit to be even bigger! This year the Debutantes-Masters Commission was guided by two neo- phytes, Sister Brenda Holland and Rev. Sterling Dowling. Although the Class of ‘07’ was smaller than in pre- vious years, it allowed the conference to get to know the 4 debs and 4 mas- ters, to hear of their future plans and to see them cross the threshold from adolescence into Christian manhood and womanhood. Sunday’s ceremony was moving indeed! Monday, the Women’s Mis- sionary Society, under the auspices of Conference President, Sister Vallery Smith, held a successful business session and luncheon. The missionary ladies were out in full numbers and regalia as they con- ducted their business and celebrated those who were honored for out- standing mission work. Monday night belonged to the men of the conference as Rev. Melton Aiken and the Sons of Allen spearheaded a spiritual worship ser- vice filled with singing and preaching of the gospel. Bro. Carroll Wells, Pastor of Shady Grove A.M.E. Church in Abbeville, preached a sermon from Judges 6: 11-16, entitled, “Are You the One?” Tuesday’s opening worship cele- bration was begun with the singing of the traditional Methodist annual con- ference hymn, “And Are We Yet Alive?” Rey. Hannie Milling Jr., Pastor of Mt. Carmel A.M.E. Church in Gray Court, preached a mighty word from the subject, “Just Come!” Against the backdrop of Jesus bid- ding Peter to come to Him on the water, the choirs of Allen Temple and Mt. Carmel lifted their voices to heaven in songs of praise! Tuesday night a sea of white angels, better known as the Piedmont Conference WMS, flew into Allen Temple’s sanctuary to hold their annual Night in Missions celebration. Rey. Lebbie Ligon, Pastor of St. John and Grace Chapel A.M.E. Churches in Abbeville, preached a powerful message entitled, “Are You Available for God’s Service?” Wednesday’s noonday service was preceded by a great outpouring of the Holy Ghost as Bishop Pre- ston W. Williams II, Presiding Prelate of the 7th Episcopal Dis- trict, asked the members of the Abbeville-Greenwood District to celebrate the goodness of the Lord here in the land of the living. After a song, the people gave God the glory and Bishop Williams quickly sent for the preacher — without for- mality — because the spirit was in the house! Bishop Williams com- missioned Dr. George Flowers, Executive Director of Global Wit- ness and Ministry, to preach the word. Dr. Flowers used the Beati- tude which says, “Blessed are those who are persecuted.” His message was helpful to those of us who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, and encouraged us to keep pressing forward in spite of our persecutions which are there to make the body of Christ stronger. Wednesday night was dedicated to the Young People’s Division which brought an awesome array and display of the talented youth of the conference, including a perfor- mance from the conference YPD Choir, a moving mime presentation, a melodious spiritual song by a former YPD’er, and our youth reminding us about the importance of prayer and discipleship. High commendations are extended to conference YPD Director, Sis. Misty Nance Gause, and YPD Pres- ident, Brother Bric Williams, for leading our young people well in the green and white agenda. Thursday is traditionally desig- nated ‘Education Day’ during the annual conferences in South Carolina and Rev. Dr. Charles Young, Presi- dent of Allen University, and the AU Choir visited the conference. Dr. Young preached about Jesus feeding the multitude and, once again, the power of God moved in the house and the saints gave God the praise! The Piedmont Conference gave a freewill offering to Allen University of more than $50,000! Love is what love shows and we showed Allen University that we love her! Thursday afternoon the ministers’ spouses, adorned in black, red and green, held their annual luncheon at the Allen Temple Family Life Center where they reelected Sister Barbara Jones to serve another year as Con- ference President. The following persons were duly elected to represent the Piedmont Conference at the 48th Quadrennial Session of the General Conference: Ministerial Delegates: Rev.’s Oscar Klugh, Jonathan Baker, Samuel McPherson, Wayman Coleman III, James Speed, Sr., and Carrie Samuel; Ministerial Alternates: Rev.’s Judy Richardson, Sandra Smith, Julius Johnson, Furman Miller Jr., James Louden III, and Charles Watkins; Lay Delegates: Mrs. Pearlena Morton, Ms. Jackie Goggins, Mrs. Mary McCier, Mr. Amos Wells, Mrs. James Tisdale Jr., and Ms. Myra Tate as Youth Delegate; and Lay Alternate, Ms. Brenda Holland. Thursday nights are dedicated to the laity of the conference and Bro. Joseph Benton, an employee of the South Carolina Department of Juve- nile Justice who works out of Bishop Williams’ office as the liaison between the DJJ and A.M.E Church, challenged our laity and entire con- ference to higher heights of service using the theme, “Running from Your Maker!” The committee wishes to commend conference Lay President, Mrs. Pearlena Morton, for an out- standing witness night! Friday’s noonday service pro- duced the ordination of two servants of the Lord: Rev. John Aiken, Itin- erant Elder, and Rev. Beatrice Coleman, Itinerant Deacon. After- wards, Bishop David R. Daniels, Presiding Bishop of the 14th Epis- copal District, preached from the biblical story of Jeremiah’s call by God into ministry. Bishop Williams spearheaded the conference in giving Bishop Daniels more than $5,000 for the work in the 14th District. During the closing service for this 98th session of the Piedmont Annual Conference, our Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Preston Warren Williams II, took the conference to its apex with the preaching of the gospel. Bishop Williams took his text from Romans 7:14-25, on the subject, “Not Yet Beyond Conflict!” Through the power of the pulpit our Episcopal father prepared the Pied- mont Conference to serve the pre- sent age in a more excellent way! This conference stands in awe of our anointed servant leader! We were visited by retired Bishop Frederick Calhoun James and Mother James, retired Bishop Zedekiah Lazette Grady, Bishop David R. Daniels, General Officer George Frances Flowers, various presiding elders from across South Carolina, candidates for the Episco- pacy from across the connection, connectional pastors, pastors and lay persons from throughout S.C., and even a local C.M.E. pastor. All who attended left this Piedmont Confer- ence bearing witness to the power and glory of God! This 98th session of the Piedmont Annual Conference will go down in history as the best conference to date! The fellowship was con- necting, the worship was awesome, the teaching was edifying and the spirit was high! This conference has seen the manifestation of the Holy Ghost from beginning to end. Pas- tors, delegates, and attendees should return to their local churches charged, fired up, and ready to do the work of the ministry in the name of the Lord and of the African Methodist Episcopal Church! The Host Pastor, Rev. Samuel McPherson, and the members of Allen Temple A.M.E. Church must be profusely thanked for their excel- lent hosting. Because of the beau- tiful layout and design of the church, we did not have to leave the grounds for anything. Every Allen Temple member was cordial, conge- nial and kind to us and the Piedmont Conference extends a most grateful note of thanks! We also thank the presiding elders, pastors and people, including the component groups and leaders, for making this conference a most spiri- tual one. Without the people of the conference, there would be no Pied- mont Annual Conference! Finally, the conference would not be complete without the full acknowledgment of our profound appreciation for the President of this annual conference, the Right Reverend Preston Warren Williams II, for dispensing his divine judgment, wisdom and loving-kindness. Our Bishop’s teaching, preaching and wit- nessing guided this conference from beginning to end! We are in continued prayer for the speedy recovery of our Episcopal Super- visor, Dr. Wilma D. Webb Williams, whose warm presence was greatly missed throughout the week. We thank God for Bishop and Dr. Williams and pledge our individual and collective support to see them return back to us after the 48th Quadrennial Session of the General Conference! goOO ===== DSC03921.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 7 BISHOP VASHTI MURPHY MCKENZIE ENCOURAGES BLACK CHURCHES TO SUPPORT THE SISTER STUDY NIH Breast CANCER RESEARCH SEEKING MORE AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN NASHVILLE, TN—Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie, the Presiding Prelate for the Thirteenth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church is encouraging more than two hundred A.M.E. church leaders in Kentucky and Tennessee to spread the word about the Sister Study, a landmark breast cancer study to learn how envi- ronment and genes affect the chances of getting breast cancer. Bishop McKenzie also challenges other faith leaders across the country to help spread the word to women in their congregations and communities. “When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, it affects her family, her church and the community in which she serves. African American faith leaders can motivate women to find ways to help pre- vent diseases like breast cancer that are plaguing our communities. African American women should join the Sister Study so our young sisters won’t have to face the disease.” said McKenzie. Much of what is known about breast cancer risk comes from research studies involving mostly white women. However, breast cancer occur- rence and survival are different for black women, who often develop the disease at a younger age and have more aggressive tumors, than white women. Even though white women are more likely to get the dis- ease, black women are more likely to die from breast cancer. Conducted by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sci- ences (NIEHS), one of the National Institutes of Health, the Sister Study researchers hope to enroll at least 50,000 women whose sisters had breast cancer. Since its national launch in October 2004, the Sister Study has successfully recruited more than 40,000 participants, but researchers hope to double the number of minority women enrolled so the study results benefit everyone. Bishop McKenzie serves as the 117th elected and consecrated Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Her historic elec- tion in the year 2000 represents the first time in the over 200-year his- tory of the A.M.E. Church, in which a woman had obtained that level of Episcopal office. In 2004, she again made history becoming the first woman to become the Titular Head of the denomination, as the Presi- dent of the Council of Bishops, making her the highest-ranking woman in the predominately Black Methodist denominations, Bishop McKenzie has been honored for her community service, outstanding achievement and being a religious role model by a number of diverse civic, educational, business and governmental leaders. She is also the National Chaplain for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., an interna- tional public service organization and life member of the NAACP. “We are extremely grateful to Bishop McKenzie for her support. One of the greatest legacies women can pass down to future generations is a better understanding of breast cancer,” said Dale Sandler, Ph.D., Chief of the Epidemiology Branch at NIEHS and Principal Investigator of the Sister Study. “If you're a woman of color whose sister had breast cancer, your participation in the Sister Study is especially important,” continued Dr. Sandler. “We want to learn more about how to protect future genera- tions — daughters and granddaughters — from this devastating disease.” Women in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, ages 35 to 74, may be eligible to join the Sister Study if their sisters (living or deceased) had breast cancer. Women who join the Sister Study must never have been diag- nosed with breast cancer themselves. Breast cancer affects women from every walk of life, so the Sister Study is seeking women of all backgrounds, occupations, ages, and ethnic groups. The Sister Study follows sound, ethical research practices, and keeps all personal data safe, private and confidential. Women who join are not asked to take any medicine, visit a medical center, or make any changes to their habits, diet or daily life, although they are free to make such changes over the course of the observational study. Other organizations that are in partnership with the Sister Study include the American Cancer Society, Intercultural Cancer Council, the NIH National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities, Sis- ters Network Inc., Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization. To learn more about the Sister Study, visit the web site www.sister- study.org, or for Spanish visit www.estudiodehermanas.org. A toll free number is also available 1-877-4SISTER (877-474-7837). Deaf/Hard of Hearing call 1-866-TTY-4SIS (866-889-4747).[) [) Cy) BISHOP ROBERT VAUGHN WEBSTER...LEGACY REMEMBERED On Friday, March 28, 2008 at the Renais- sance Hotel, 50 North 3rd Street in Columbus, Ohio, the bishops of the A.M.E. Church, the general officers, connectional officers, elected city and state officials as well as the officers and members of the 3rd Episcopal District will gather to celebrate the Retirement of Bishop Robert Vaughn Webster..... “A Legacy Remembered.” At the conclusion of the 46th Session of the General Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio, Bishop Webster and the late Episcopal Super- visor Mrs. Carol Ogleton Webster were greeted by the tired and enthusiastic Third Episcopal District delegation. From that moment we have been the bene- factors of his spiritual guidance and leader- ship along with his compassion and have witnessed his benevolence towards others. Bishop Webster’s ministry and commitment to the African Methodist Episcopal Church began more than 50 years ago in his home state of Arkansas. His commitment to African Methodism was further evidenced by his matriculation at Wilberforce University and Payne Theology Seminary. Upon his graduation from Payne Seminary, he pastored churches in Ohio and Florida. Then in 1992 he was elected and consecrated the 110th Bishop of the A.M.E. Church. Bishop Webster’s ministry on the Continent of Africa, the Caribbean and the Third Epis- copal District has ; : ...Continued on p10 PRESIDING ELDER REV. JAMES FORD PRAISES TEAM TYLER DISTRICT By Delanda S. Johnson, Special to the News On Saturday, December 8, members from Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Church in Malakoff attended the Tyler District Planning Meeting in Kaufman, Texas. Host Pastor Rev. Alton Paris and the members of the Macedonia A.M. Church rolled out the red carpet for approximately 200 people across the Tyler District. Worship Leader Rev. Reginald Houston ringed out praises for the congregation and welcomed everyone to the meeting. Rev. Houston said, “We are here to magnify the LORD.” By using demonstrations, Rev. Houston pointed out the meaning of a crunch bar. C—stands for Christ R—stands for Really U—stands for Understand N—stands for Needs C—stands for Call H—stands for HIM; so when you put all of this together it’s “Christ Really Understand Needs; Call Him.” Presiding Elder Ford stated to the excited congregation “when praises go up; blessings come down and this is what will make Team Tyler District great.” He commented that Team Tyler District was a District on the move and that other ministers wanted to come to this District. The speaker for the noon hour of power was the distinguished and awesome man of God, the Rev. John H. Holmes, Jr. Holmes is the Pastor of Hamilton Memorial A.M.E. Church in Texarkana, Texas. Holmes theme, “Inadequate Power,” briefly shows the difference between church members and believers. Holmes stated, “God wants us to work with HIM; not for HIM.” “If we look at the three Hebrew boys, they keep the faith and knew what God wanted with them. The king tried to burn them up, but God with God’s power stepped in and proved that God had all power in God’s hands,” said Holmes. Holmes wanted the congregation to know that your power comes for Jesus; and that God is a way-maker; and that God will make a way out of no way. After lunch, Presiding Elder Ford presented several ministers with their permanent appointments. The Rev. Bill Burton of Athens, Texas was assigned to St. Thomas A.ME. Church in Alto, Texas and the Rev. Frederick Moss of Cedar Hill, Texas was assigned to Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Church in Malakoff, Texas. ee ——— ===== DSC03922.JPG ===== 8 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 ~ Faithful, Fruitful, Futuristic ~ Committed to preserving the precious legacy and tradition of African Methodism through Evangelism Economic Development Equipping the Laity for Ministry Education Ecumenical and Global Witness “But be sure to fear the LORD and SERVE him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you.” — 1 SAMUEL 12:24 Or & ld issiorr MOUNT HERMON AME CHURCH Fort Lauderdale, Florida ===== DSC03923.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 9 THE REVEREND DR. RONNIE ELIJAH BRAILSFORD, SR. 2008 CANDIDATE FOR EPISCOPAL SERVICE Proven Leadership: Church Growth & Development: (15 years at Bethel A.M.E. Church) A.M.E. Church Leadership Ministry and Church Expansion: Evangelism (Beyond the walls): Credentials Committee (1996) * Established 62 new ministries * Television Broadcasts Episcopal Committee (2000) * Purchase of a $5,000,000.00 campus Thousands Reached Weekly General Board (2000-2004) of 1 1/2 city blocks * Radio Broadcast-Thousands Weekly Ministerial Retirement Board-Secretary 86,000 square feet of building space General Conference Commission 107 classrooms and offices ' Education & Economic Development: Executive Committee 4 Buildings: Sanctuary, Education, * 52 jobs for Church members and the Administration and Family Life Center community on Campus Community Leadership: 4 Houses Real Estate Property Former Chair of Columbia Urban League Board Chapel Established the Renaissance Foundation: Trustee, Sisters of Charity Foundation Cafeteria $5,700,000.00 Cultural Arts Center in process of South Carolina Completely modernized with campus Partners to provide 200 family housing units—- Trustee, Allen University upgrades of $1,400,000.00 generates $1,000,000.00 plus annually Chairman, Bethel Learning Centers Founded the Bethel Learning Centers: Board Member, Renaissance Foundation Membership: An accredited school--Presently, 277 children; * 1,700 plus new joiners new building will accommodate 200 additional Brailsford for Bishop 2008 * 1,000 plus conversions children P.O. Box 7004 $3,000,000.00 Project: New School Building Columbia, SC 29202 Annual Finances: Erected (2007)--Opens January 2, 2008 Phone: B0s;7 (60) » From $160,000.00 in 1992 to email: . bforbishopiiacl.com $2,200,000.00 plus annually-- Updated 11/9/07 www.brailsfordforbishop.com Church and School only ===== DSC03924.JPG ===== 10 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 ...From Bishop Robert on p7... impacted the lives and ministries of numerous individuals. In the Third Episcopal District where he presentl serves, Bishop Webster continued to give back to others through his benevolence to others across our connection ee A Legacy Remembered will be a time to celebrate and honor Bishop Robert Vaughn Webster of the Third Eplsconal District. The Celebrati will be held on Friday, March 28, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Columbus Renaissance Hotel, 50 North 3rd Street, Columbus, Ohio. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased by calling the Third Episcopal District Headquarter - ir Journal inf ion 4 i : : Scopal Dis quarters at 614-575-2279. Souvenir Journal inform: mat ‘ Episcopal District website: www.thirddistrictame.org. information is available on'the Third JOHNSON CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH, MALAKOFF, TEXAS HELD GOSPEL EXPLOSION TO HONOR THE MEMORY OF THE GREAT CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER By Michael V. Hannigan “> First Baptist Church of Malakoff; ¢* Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Athens; ** Sister Carol Johnson (solo) from Palestine, Texas; “* Church of the Living God of Malakoff; “* Mt. Providence Baptist Church of Athens; ** Antioch Baptist Church of Malakoff; “+ Sister Tonia Brown (solo) of Tennessee Colony, Texas; “* New Hope Corinth CME Church of Malakoff; Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Church held its annual Martin Luther King Gospel Explosion last Saturday to honor the memory of the great civil rights leader. Evangelist Alma J. Berry led the combination celebration and wor- ship service along with other area churches. Joining the voices of the members of Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Church, were guest choirs and soloists from: ...Continued on p12 OcLIeeerIs IIIs BIBLICAL RESOURCES-SEARCHABLE ONLINE BIBLE WEBSITES | Here is a great resource for sermons and Bible studies. You can download any passage of ] the Bible from this Zondervan Website and it also has the New Revised Standard Version = (NRSV) of the Bible: http://www.zondervanbiblesearch. com/ResultsPassage.aspx Pas- : | sage=mark+8%. : : I have found this site to be very user friendly. You can cut and pe biblical pas- : | sages into Word Documents or directly into email messages. k | Another biblical resource is Bible Gateway: http://www.biblegateway.com/pas- : || sage/2search=language=english. Bible Gateway can be accessed in languages other than English and has co: -| cordances and commentaries. . i. _ This Website, ‘htt //www. internetd namics.com/; ub/ve/bibles. him! Nee al FOUNDER'S DAY RICHARD ALLEN RESOURCE Preparing a message for Founder’s Day? The Reverend Jeanette Pinkston shared this resource, a new book about Richard Allen authored by Richard S. Newman: Freedom's Prophet: Bishop Richard Allen, the A.M.E. Church, and the Black Founding Fathers Richard S. Newman. NYU, $34.95 (342p) ISBN 978-0-8147-5826-7 In this elegant and insightful biography, historian Newman (The Transformation of American Abolitionism) offers a vivid portrait of Bishop Richard Allen (1760-1831), a tireless preacher committed to ending slavery and fos- tering equality for blacks in post-revolutionary America. Born a slave in Philadelphia, Allen converted to Methodism when he was 17 during a revival held at his master's house. After obtaining his freedom, Allen helped to establish two of the most important Black-led organizations in early America: the Free African Society, a benevolent organiza- tion, and Bethel Church, the birthplace of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church, one of the most powerful African American denominations in the United States. Although Allen is best remembered for his religious leadership, his work moved far beyond these circles. According to Newman, his ability to create independent Black organizations as well as initiate a published dis- course among free Blacks established him as one of the nation's founding leaders. Newman's beautifully written study is not only a first-rate social history of the early Republic and African American culture and religion, it also provides a detailed sketch of Allen that is sure to become the definitive biography of the leader. 4 OO [NCREDIBLY INFORMATIVE MASTERFULLY WRITTEN SPIRITUALLY EQU TEE iNss RIGHT ‘ON: 1A Bee Dr. Grecory G. M. INGRAM Gregory G. M. Ingram is the 118th elected and consecrated Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. For more than three decades, he has provided outstanding leadership as a preacher, teacher, and lecturer, with a particular expertise in stewardship DR. ARTHUR JONES TO PUBLISH NEW BOOK en war iB Arthur S. Jones Religious Enterprises announced the publi- S/ ATE EM AANUAT \ FOR cation, on Feb. 15th, 2008, of a new book by Arthur S. Jones, We ANIM METHOD] y creative and unique approach to helping people learn DISM noted author and President/CEO of the company. The book is titled “God and Me,” with the subtitle, “A Black Preacher Talks with the Almighty One-On-One.” about being a Christian and African Methodism is an VISEDels DITION excellent tool for pastors and churches to use. Bishop Philip R. Cousin, Sr., Senior Bishop People Are Saying... Bishop Gregory Ingram has written an incredibly informative, insightful, and inspiring book for new members and others who want to understand the church. From beginning to end this book captures your attention and keeps you wanting to learn more. His A.S.J. Religious Enterprises has recently published two other books by Dr. Jones, “The Birds, the Bees, and the A.M.E.S.,” a humorous look at life in the African Methodist Episcopal Church; and “500 Golden Proverbs,” a compilation of sayings from his 50-year career as a pastor in the A.M.E. Church. The new book will be offered for sale at the retail price of $18. In a statement, the author states: “Some will find this book provocative, perhaps even controversial. The format is a dialogue between God and me. However, I am convinced that those who read it, both clergy and laypersons, will find it enjoy- able, inspirational, and compelling.” For information and purchasing, interested persons may use www.jonesreligiousenterprises.org. the church. All worth reading attention. In matters of hist ian stewardship, Bishop Ingram has a proven track record; his definition and chapter on stewardship is fight on target Masterfully written, extraordinarily arranged, and well thought out. Not just a book of the present but a book that leads to a great future...Should be in the home of every AME. for their spiritual well-being Rev. Dr. Daryl B. Ingram, Executive Director AMEC Christie in Education Department | ; NOW AVAILABLE! ANIDOL Merle UNDERSTAND A.M.E. FOR TEACHING NEW meee WAY. en ORDER TODAY! RESOURCE @) <2 OTHERS WHO WANT TO UNDERSTAND THE CHURCH ~ Bishop Richard Norris GREGORY G. M . INGRAM ===== DSC03925.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 1 PREACHING OPPORTUNITY FOR NASHVILLE AREA PREACHERS Baptist Hospital Call for Chapel Preachers Note: This is an ongoing need. Baptist Hospital has a small 20 minute chapel service every Wednesday generally attended by 15-20 staff. In choosing preachers for the chapel service, the Pastoral Services Dept. at Baptist pulls from a list of ministers who have volunteered to speak for 5-10 minutes on a topic of their choice. The volunteer preachers tend to be Southern Baptist and Church of Christ and Pastoral Services would welcome Divinity students and denom- inational diversity. The hospital can't pay speakers, but does treat them to lunch with the (3-4) chaplains in the Physicians’ Dining Room after the service, which is always a nicely catered meal. If you're thinking about CPE, this is a good opportunity to visit. It's also a great way to practice giving a short sermon for a small, very appreciative group. Sign up for the new year with friends from your homiletics class! Chapel is Wednesdays from 12:00-12:20pm. Baptist is located at 21st & Church, a short walk from campus. To volunteer contact Kathleen Potts, Assistant to the Director of Pastoral Services, phone: (615) 284-7495 kathleen.potts @baptisthospital.com. HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES: SIGNIFICANCE STILL RELEVANT TODAY Church leadership must surmount and undo emerging ideologies and ideas of leadership that are currently practiced and are in vogue today. Few topics have been more studied and written about than the transformation and leadership style of Jesus. WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE AN EFFECTIVE SERVANT LEADER IN THE CHURCH? Church leadership must surmount and undo emerging ideologies and ideas of leadership that are currently practiced and are in vogue today. Few topics have been more studied and written about than the transformation and leadership style of Jesus. only $15.00 Equipping the Saints for Service seeks to break new ground in examining the biblical model of leadership and challenges the church to critically study our method of selecting and electing leaders by bridging theory and practice so we might build up the body of Christ in African Methodism. By William P._DeVeaux Equipping the Saints for Service explores this dynamic and others including: * The biblical model for leadership Editor’s Comment: The article was written by the Right Reverend William P. DeVeaux in response to an Op-ED article authored by columnist Walter Williams that appeared + Traits and qualifications for servant leadership + Leadership expectations, action and principles * The seven S’s of leadership Order Your Copy Today! Call AMEC Sunday School Union (214) 333-2632 or (615) 256-5882 the January 14, 2008 issue of The Atlanta-Constitution Journal. Walter E. Williams penned an article that advocates elimi- nating Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Mr. Walter E. Williams closes his article, “Historically Black Col- leges: Is Their Purpose Gone?” in the Monday, January 14, 2008 issue of the ACJ with the question of whether historically Black colleges and universities have outlived their usefulness. The answer to this question is a resounding no. If HBCUs were not available, thousands of African Americans would lose the nurturing and mentoring needed to insure their opportunity to make their stake in the world. Professor Williams’ article is largely based on negative anecdotal per- sonal observations and experiences of a now former professor of Stillman College, Professor Bill Maxwell. Mr. Maxwell’s account of the poor prepa- ration and misbehavior at Stillman also exists at majority institutions, but are often viewed as incidental to their mission and continued existence. The examples that Mr. Williams shares can be effectively addressed by communities and agencies working together. HBCUs do have resources to raise students to standards of excellence that majority schools often lack, but they are affected by all the same problems that plague majority institutions such as limited financial support and limited resources that complicate the work of any college, especially that of Black colleges. Even if the isolated personal reflections presented in Mr. Williams’ article contain seeds of truth, there are thousands willing to testify to feelings and experiences contrary to those presented by Mr. Maxwell. Since their needed inception, there have been many positive contribu- tions made by Black colleges and universities. More importantly, there are graduates of HBCUs who resolutely decide to send their children and grandchildren to Black colleges. Graduates such as these believe in the value of Black higher education despite their capacity to enroll their children in the school of their choice. The reality on the campuses of many HBCUs may be daunting (poor preparation and performance). However, we cannot allow nostalgic thoughts of the HBCUs of yesterday to drive us to unwisely forsake the pressing needs of HBCUs today. Until African American young women and men are on equal footing in every aspect of American life, we need the Black college. *Bishop William P. DeVeaux is the Presiding Prelate of the Sixth Epis- copal District and the Chairman of the Board of Morris Brown College. THE PASSING OF MOTHER CATHERINE PELONOMI MAKHENE, PRESIDENT OF THE WOMEN'S MISSIONARY SOCIETY IN THE PAST QUADRENNIAL Three days into the New Year, sadly, I notify you about the passing on of Mother Catherine Pelonomi Makhene. At the time of passing away, she was hospitalized after a long spat of ill health. Funeral details are yet to follow. Mother Makhene lived her life for the Lord and the people of God. She served the African Methodist Episcopal Church with diligence and dedication in various capacities, particularly as the President of the Women's Missionary Society in the past Quadrennial. She was a partner in mission to the late Rev. Dr. Andrew W.M. Makhene, with whom she dared to minister where many would not. Together, they ministered to men and women incarcerated in cor- rectional services and their families, contributing to their rehabilitation and preparation for reintegration into their families, churches and communities. What a mother she was! She was a teacher and preacher, counselor and comforter, a psalmist who dared praising God through service to people and a mentor to those ushered to know Christ as Lord and Saviour. Uphold her family into your prayers as they make the preparations to lay her down to rest. : The funeral was held on 11 January 2008 at 09HOO at St. Peter A.M.E. Church, Sharpeville. The burial was at Vanderbijlpark Cemetery. Ms. Mmannini Mahloko Mmannini@emfuleni.gov.za_ t+ t t ===== DSC03926.JPG ===== AE Kee | | 12 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SSS SSS SSS FEBRUARY 11, 2008 ...From Johnson Chape 1 A.M.E. Church on po... : * Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Sand Flat, Texas; and, * Tennessee Colony Community Choir, Tennessee Colony, Texas. The Gospel Explosion was the first big event for Johnson Chapel’s new Pastor, the Rey. Fred Moss. He served for two years as a youth pastor in Dallas. Rey. Moss is joined in this pastoral appointment by his wife, First Lady Monica Moss and their son, Tevin. In his remarks, Rev. Moss said, “We just want to make sure we are able to do whatever it is to bless the people of God and to make the - To the Editor: RE: Christian Recorder dated Dec. 4, 2006. Thanks for sending the Advent services information. You are always on top of things. Also, I wanted you to know that on yes- terday while waiting for my wife and children to get off of work and out of school I took the opportunity to read again The Christian Recorder dated Dec. 4, 2006. I want you to know that this time I really took time to read, because I had plenty of down time, the entire paper, and we should do so, your edi- torial article regarding your time spent in Anchorage, Alaska and an experience you had while “sitting around lamenting about some problems...” with several pastors from the area. In this article you mentioned how they were complaining regarding their local church offi- cers lack of faithfulness to their responsibili- ties, lack of attendance and participation by members, the lack of participation by mem- bers, and a failure to appreciate the ministry being provided by the pastors. Also men- tioned was poor attendance at Bible Studies and Prayer Meetings, poor stewardship, etc. It was interesting to me that all of this was being discussed in your group some 30 plus years ago, and sadly when I talk to some of my contemporary’s today, the church in 2007, its pastor’s and preacher’s in many instances are still experiencing and verbalizing about the very same difficulties in ministry right now. These pastoral conditions and complaints beg of the Church of God and of Richard and Sarah Allen to ask what does the local congregation really want and need and is that congregation authen- tically willing and ready to make the changes necessary to move the church to the next level? In recent editorial articles you listed some of the “sins” of the congregation, pastor, etc. and I have found myself looking forward to each one as they speak to some of if not all of the ills that affect us from pulpit to pew. The church is standing on the edge of greatness. It is ready to explode. First of all, we have required of our potential preachers and pastors that they be trained and prepared to lead the church. This comes not only through academic training but also through the experience that is gained by working under and with a pastor who is doing “good” work and also by getting out there and being willing to go where the Lord through the Bishop sends you to serve. Secondly, when the new pastor comes, fresh out of school or out of someone's pulpit, the “new” church body must be willing to accept this new man or woman of God and in the word's of retired Bishop Z. L. Grady “Give God a chance!” Many a preacher or pastor has been stymied and frustrated in ministry partly because they went to a church city of Malakoff proud of us as servants and leaders in the community.” Tevin, the son of Rev. and First Lady Moss, read from Psalm 100 Saturday night and invited those in attendance to “make a joyful noise.” Dr. King was an influential part of the civil rights movement, participating in many rallies and non-violent protests. He was arrested more than 30 times, Martin Luther King’s life was cut short when he was shot while standing on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee on April 4, 1968. He had been in that did not receive them well and did not give them a chance to fully exercise their gifts in ministry. Many a church’s growth has been hindered by members who fail to look to the Church or Company Name: 32 Yeare of Connectional Service Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle, Sr. Presiding Prelate of the Twelfth Episcopal District Of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and Dr. Barbara Jeanne Chappelle Episcopal Supervisor (riley, Sori 11, 2008 at 7:0lpm (Ticket Donation - $85.00) State House Convention Center One Statehouse Plaza RETIREMENT BANQUET SOUVENIR BOOKLET SOUVENIR JOURNAL AD CONTRACT FORM the area to lead sanitation workers in a protest against low wages and poor condi tions, His shooter was James Earl Ray, who was arrested in London, England on June 8, 1968 and returned to Memphis, Tennessee to stand trial for the assassination, At the time of his assassination, King was co-pastor with his father at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta and was serving as the Pres- ident of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, GF future and see that growth and greatness lies within their grasp. Speaking from personal experience, not every one of my appointments has been what ..Continued on p13 Contact Person: Address: City: Phone: Fax: Email: 1 Corinthians 12:31 Please select type of advertisement: DEADLINE — March 1, 2008 Make checks payable to 12" Episcopal District Mail to: The Banquet Finance Committee C/O Post Office Box 147 Little Rock, AR 72203-0147 a Outside Back Cover (taken) $700.00 Inside Front Cover (taken) $600.00 Inside Back Cover (taken ) $600.00 Gold Page $500.00 Silver Page $400.00 Regular Page (full page) $300.00 One-half Page $175.00 Quarter Page $100.00 Patrons $ 25.00 Pictures $ 8.00 Please send camera ready ads: hard copy; allow one and one-half inch margin s-left, right, top, and bottom (no borders). You may email your ad to: amebS 12@sbceglobal.net. For Room reservations: Peabody Little Rock «And yet shew I unto you a more excellent way.” | (501) 906-4000 Guest Rates: $125.00 Gn ===== DSC03927.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11, 20 ; ARY 11, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER THE INTERDENOMINATIONAL THEOLOGICAL CENTER IS OFFERING TWO GREAT OPPORTUNITIES — TRAVEL TO THE HOLY LAND AND TRAVEL TO KENYA AND TANZANIA — Editor’s note; Several A.M.E.s have been selected and have taken advantage of the free Holy Land Pilgrimage for Pastoral Renewal. You cannot be considered if you don’t apply. 13 Free Holy Land pilgrimage for pastoral renewal, April 3-18, 2008 The Interdenominational Theological Center is inviting applications from pastors who like to participate in the ITC-CF Foundation Program for Pastoral Renewal to be held in the Holy Land April 3-18, 2008. The only cost to each participant is a $300 registration fee to be paid if selected and is not refundable. Eligibility: An applicant must be a seminary graduate with at least a Masters of Divinity from an accredited seminary/theological school; must be serving as senior pastor (associate pastors may also apply) for at least five years following graduation; be in good health and physical fitness; and be between 35 and 55 years of age. A senior or associate pastor of any Chris- tian tradition who fits this description, and who desires to refresh his/her divine call and to return spiritually renewed enough to engage in a more effective ministry, is strongly encouraged to apply. Because this is an experience requiring a one-on-one encounter with God, spouses are not eligible to be on this trip. Please feel free to share this good news with other senior pastors in your area. To apply, a 2 page official ITC Holy Land Pil- grimage application form is available on e-mail (word document). Please reply to alumninews @itc.edu to receive the form by e-mail (printable) copy. Send the signed original copy by postal service. Simply indicate by e-mail that you are still interested in being considered for the April 2008 pilgrimage. If you have a question, please contact Dr. Mafico’s assistant, Stephanie Butler at sbutler@itc.edu or call 404-614-6367. Apply if you can meet the following schedule: Deadline for receipt of applications: November 15, 2007 + Acceptance notification by e-mail: November 30, 2007 ¢ $300 Registration fee due to the ITC: December 30, 2007 ¢ Compulsory orientation: February 4-6, 2008 ¢ Pilgrimage in the Holy Land: April 3-18, 2008 ¢ Post-Pilgrimage Debriefing: June 18-20, 2008 degree Please address your forms and correspondence to: Dr. Temba Mafico, Project Director ITC-CF Holy Land for Pastoral Renewal Interdenominational Theological Center 700 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Kenya and Tanzania, East Africa Travel Seminar The Interdenominational Theological Center Departments of Bib- lical Studies and Missiology, and the Mission Society invite you to take part in SETS (Study, Explore, Travel, Serve) — a 10 day study/service seminar to Kenya and Tanzania. _..From Letters To The Editor on p12... one would consider the “best” but I can honestly say that none of them have been the “worst” either. When one goes to the church with the mind that you are going to give God and the church a good days work, God will make some great things happen! We may not get the “plum” appointment initially, but as one of my former member’s always reminds me “You have to blossom where you are planted.” I could go on, but in the interest of not taking up too much of your time, I submit to you in closing that in your aforementioned article you stated that Bishop C. D. Williams of the COGIC stood up in that meeting of frus- trated pastors and said “I thank God for the good people who are sweet because they give me encouragement and they are a joy to serve. But, I also thank God for the contentious and complaining members; those who are fighters and who are uncooperative because they keep me on my knees in prayer and they keep me from being complacent in ministry; they keep me on my toes. So, I thank God for both groups. And I know that God’s program will never fail if we are faithful and obedient to His will in min- istry.” You stated in your article that the key words for clergy were, “If we are faithful and obedient to God’s Will in ministry.” God is calling for all of us regardless of station in life or church to be faithful to His will! Thank you, Dr. Sydnor for your genius in writing and encouragement to the church. Bruce L. Francis, M. Div. Macedonia A.M.E. Church Rex,GA O00 Under the leadership of Dr. Randall C. Bailey and Dr. Marsha Snulligan-Haney With Africa as our classroom, make plans to join this unique travel seminar as we learn from churches about their involvement with HIV/AIDS and other societal challenges, The purpose of the course is to enable participants to explore in an intensive manner the princi- ples, goals, and biblical mandates which undergird HIV/AIDS initia- tives in various African contexts. Participants will also examine their own personal and spiritual growth as Diaspora Africans returning to the Motherland, A key goal of this special travel course is for participants, upon their return, to develop a model of HIV/AIDS ministry education that can be used as innovative resource by congregations and their leaders in ones home context. Date: February 29 to March 9, 2008 Location: Kenya and Tanzania, East Africa Cost: $1300 Includes ground transportation, breakfast and dinner meals, accom- modations, tips, taxes, etc. It does not include round trip airfare from Atlanta — currently avail- able for under $900. For more information please contact Minister Vanessa Sharp at vdsharp @ hotmail.com Be Blessed! Shayla C. Perry Development Specialist/Alumni Relations Office of Institutional Advancement Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) 700 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Office: 404-527-7767 Fax: 404-614-6382 Email: sperry @itc.edu. African Americans are at increased risk for dangerous artery disease Learn more about P.A.D. during a FREE online training P.A.D. (peripheral arterial disease) means clogged arteries in your legs. It raises your risk for heart attack, stroke, and even death. P.A.D. affects 8 to 12 million people in the United States, especially those over 50, and is more common in African Americans than any other racial or ethnic group. P.A.D. does not always cause symptoms, so many people can have P.A.D. and not know it, The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, is partnering with the AMEC Health Commission to hold a free Web-based training where you can learn more about P.A.D. and the Stay in Circulation campaign. You will also get resources and ideas to help you share information about this common, yet serious, disease with your family, church members, and community. Where: Anywhere with a phone and computer (or just a phone, if you do not have Internet access) When: Tuesday, February 19 Two sessions: 7:00 p.m. or 9:00 p.m. EST (30 min. each) What: Stay in Circulation Web-based training How to Register To register and receive log-in information, please email your name, address, and phone number to aboutpad@nhbli.nih.gov or call 202-729-4170. www.aboutpad.org SE ===== DSC03928.JPG ===== 14 =©69THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SNE FEBRUARY 11, 2008 ..From West Arkansas on p65... The Sons of Allen report was read by Rev. Harriel White, Pre- siding Elders Salary and Upkeep by Rev. Arthur Coulter. The busi- ness session closed for the Noon Day Worship Service. Rey. Andrew Banks served as Worship Leader for the worship service. The conference was blessed with the presence of the Union A.M.E. Church Choir from the Arkansas Conference who accompanied their Pastor, Rev. Randolph Martin. Presiding Elder Eugene Brannon introduced his Pastor, Rev. Randolph Martin who preached from the subject “When We See Jesus,” Luke 19:5-6. Visitors from the Arkansas and Central Arkansas Conferences were acknowledged. The service closed with the Benediction. The third day afternoon busi- ness session opened with devo- tion. Bishop Chappelle called for the report of the Ministerial Effi- ciency Committee. Revs. Jettie Williams and Ber- nice Seamster were granted Supernumerary status. Rev. Viola McGowan was granted retirement. The Bishop then called for the delegates to the Electoral Col- lege. After instructions the Lay were dismissed for their election. The ministerial election followed. Ministerial delegates elected to the General Conference were Larry Banks, Angela Piggee, James Giles Clarence Guy and Gregory Guinn. The session was dismissed after the election. The West Conference as in pre- vious conferences celebrated Friday night ,with the Educa- tion/Lay Banquet. The Grand Ballroom of the Velda Rose Resort Hotel was the setting for the banquet. Rev. James Giles, served as Master of Ceremonies. The conference was honored with the presence of Dr. Rosa McCloud Baxter, Editor of the W.M.S. Magazine, as our banquet speaker, She was electrifying as she challenged us to support edu cation. The banquet in each con- Shorter College and the Lay Organiza- ference supported tion, This was a novel idea, and we salute Bishop Chappelle for his creativity. The Ministers, Spouses and Widows met on _ Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. for break- fast and fellowship. This was a special time for the clergy family to enjoy togetherness. A comedy skit was presented by PK’s Patricia Moore and Mary Wilson. Presentations and remarks were made. Breakfast was enjoyed by all. Bishop Chappelle opened the fourth day conference at study continuing the discussion “Go Build a Church.” The business session opened with a continua- tion of reports. Employment Security by Mr. Michael Jones, Lay by Mrs. Ethel Halton, Church Growth and Development by Mr. Donnie Tank, Church School by Rev. Gregory Guinn, Debutante-Masters by Mrs. Kathryn Guy. Electoral College results were given. Delegates elected were Patricia Roberts, Dr. Anna Graham, Lillie Gulley, James Davis and Corian Wilson, Youth delegate. Alternates elected were Patricia Wilson and Anthony Summerville. The session ended for the Ordi- nation Service. Bishop Richard Allen Chap- pelle was the Presiding Officer for the Ordination Service. The Memorial Committee memorial- ized Rev. Ruby Guinn and Bishop Robert Thomas Jr. Remarks for Rev. Guinn were made by Rev. Willie Toney. Remarks for Bishop Thomas were made by Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle. Bishop Chappelle introduced the Ordination Preacher, Rev. Willie R. Norful, Pastor of St. John A.M.E. church, Pine Bluff, Arkansas and the endorsed candi 12th District for Episcopal service, Rev, Norful used Daniel 3:16- 18 for his text and “Standing for a Cause” as his subject. His mes- date from the sage was challenging and benefi- cial for the ordinands and everyone present. Sisters Linda Butler and Angela Smith ordained itinerant deacons and Revs. Sarah Y. Green and Fugusta Neal were ordained itinerant elders. The very hum- bling service closed with Holy Communion, Announcements, Doxology and Benediction. The fourth day continued with a beautiful Christian Debutante Master Ceremony under the direction of the West Arkansas Commissioner, Mrs. Kathryn Guy. The Allenite presented was Imannie G. Harris, Debutantes and Master presented were I’nita Diane White, Monique Wim- berly, Danielle Cannon and Tyk- endrick White. These young people looked and performed admirably. Remarks by Mrs. Guy and Mother Barbara J. Chappelle The Y.P.D. program followed at 7:00 p.m. Their program theme was “Falling in Love With Jesus” The sanctuary filled with young people of all ages dressed in YPD colors and singing praises to King Jesus. The YPD’ers exhib- ited their wealth of talent from the Sunbeams to the Young People’s Division. The program closed with the recognition of the Episcopal Leaders, recognition of visitors, announcements and the Missionary Benediction. Sunday morning, the closing day of conference, opened with Church School with Rev. Gre- gory Guinn, Superintendent, in charge. Teachers and classes were dismissed to study the lesson. The review was given by Rey. Virgie Huff. Class reports were given and Church School were was dismissed, lhe Closing and Commis sioning Worship Service began at 10:30 a.m. with the choir, clergy, presiding elders, and the Bishop processing into the sanctuary. The Call to Worship was led by Dr, Clarence Guy, the opening hymn, “Blessed Assurance” lined by Rey. Larry Banks and the prayer by Rev. Andrew Banks. The conference choir lifted our hearts with the singing of “I’m Still Here.” The Scriptures were read by Rev. Curley Roberts and Rev. Angela Piggee. Presiding Elder Clarence Boyd presented the Bishop Richard A. Chappelle, the preacher of the hour. Bishop Chappelle preached from the sub- ject, “Launch Out Into the Deep,” Luke 5:1-5. The Bishop stressed the points that the Disciples expe- rienced work, failure, and suc- and so would we. He challenged us to launch out into the deep, and we would be depen- dent who has promised never to leave us alone. Our hearts were uplifted and strangely warmed as Bishop Chap- pelle preached as only he can. Resolutions were read, certifi- cates were cess, upon Jesus, presented, and appointments were read. The West Arkansas Conference of the 12th Episcopal District ended their last mountain top Annual Conference under the leadership of Bishop Richard Allen Chap- pelle and Mother Barbara Jeanne Chappelle. To God be the Glory for all the good things, the expe- riences, the beneficial teachings that this dynamic duo has brought to our conference and our Dis- trict. We salute them and thank them for all that they have done to encourage us to strive for excellence. 0 OO NEWS AND APPEAL FROM A.M.E.- MONTANA Our church delivered brand new clothes to the Cheyenne reservation on Tuesday, Dec. 11th. When we got to the Cheyenne reservation they were so happy with the clothes from the A.M.E. Church. They said it was the only donation they had gotten for Christmas for their foster children. We took five industrial size garbage bags of brand new clothes that I got from a department store that closed several years ago. They were overwhelmed because they said it was the only donation they had received for Christmas. Right now there are 80 foster care children that have no toys. The reservation is very poor; it breaks your heart to see such proud people with so little. It meant so much to them that the A.M.E. Church remembered them. Also on the way back we stopped at the Crow Reservation to visit with the Social Service director.and his assistant had attended a revival at Wayman Chapel in Billings, Montana and said she loved Rev. Teresa Kudos to Rev. Swift and her ministry for people traveled from the Indian reservation to hear the word. This is why I love the A.M.E. church because we are so inclusive. I thank God for our Presiding Elder who foster’s ministries to Native Americans. And I am proud that the Fifth District has set this precedent of ministry to native people. My prayer is that each district in the U.S and Canada will have Native American ministries. If ever there is a group of people that need the A.M.E. Church it is native people. Our church has done all we can do, but the Cheyenne need more help throughout the winter. 80 foster care children from newborn to 18 need help. I am requesting if at all possible that the Fifth District could send money or toys for the children. I am also asking for help from First AME. in Seattle; First A.M.E., Tacoma and members of the A.M.E. Church. Anything that is sent will be appreciated, especially toys. Northern Cheyenne Human Services Attn: Addie Baker P.O. Box 128 Lame Deer, MT 59043 God bless Pastor Denise Rogers ———S SSS. ===== DSC03929.JPG ===== FEBRUARY 11, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 15 FOR THE HANNAH JONES GROUP, HANNAH & ASSOCIATES, INC. Submitted by Brother Reggie Farris Nashville, TN, December 18, 2007 — Hannah & Associates Inc., d/b/a The Hannah Jones Group announced a series of strategic moves to boost its business presence in the Nashville community, including the hiring of former General Council on Finance and Accounting, the United Methodist Church employee Reggie Farris as the new Vice President, Director of Operations. Brother Reggie Farris is a member of St. John A.M.E. Church, Nashville, where the Reverend Antoni Sinkfield serves as Pastor. j As Vice President, Director of Operations, Mr. Farris will be in charge of overall company operations in Nashville, TN; Detroit, MI; and Orlando, FL. His overall responsibilities will include planning, directing and coordinating the operations of Hannah & Associates/ Hannah Murano and The Hannah Jones Group. Mr. Farris will also be responsible for formulating policies, managing daily operations and planning the use of materials and human resources. AsBouT THE HANNAH JONES GROUP Hannah & Associates, Inc was founded by Beverly Hannah Jones, AIA, in 1993 to provide professional architectural and interior design services. It was expanded to The Hannah Jones Group to incorporate additional design related services, The Hannah Jones Group offers a holistic approach to providing planning, design, related community support, as well as construction supports services for a variety of project types. The core companies of this unique enterprise are strategically aligned to provide a creative bal- ance of design and community. We strive to maximize the benefits of our services with this comprehensive methodology. The Hannah Jones Group’s range of expertise includes designers, architects and seasoned construction specialists. The fundamental prin- ciples of their mission remain the same and their commitment to pro- viding quality services which exceed our client's expectations remains their primary goal The Hannah Jones Group’s services include Architectural Program- ming, Space Planning, Architectural Design & Documentation, Con- struction Administration and Project Management. The Hannah Jones Group is one of twelve architectural firms owned and operated by a licensed African American female Architect in the United States. The Nashville area office is located at Nashville Office, 1616 West- gate Circle, in Brentwood, Tennessee. 4 OO A.M.E. CHURCH SPONSORS A BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN THAT SAYS, “IT'S OKAY TO SNITCH!” Baber African Methodist Episcopal Church is sponsoring a billboard campaign in Rochester. The billboards read "You Bet I Told" and encourage people who witness a crime to talk to police. The Reverend Marlowe V.N. Washington is the Pastor of Baber A.M.E. Church. The message will also be on buses and bus shelters. Some city officials say the campaign should be reinforced with a city sponsored better wit- ness protection program. Church officials say their campaign will include improving the Witness Protection Program. Editor’s Comment: Kudos to Baber A.M.E. Church, its Pastor, officers and members for taking a stand and reaching out to the community. ABC IS BROADCASTING “A RAISIN IN THE SUN” ON FEBRUARY 25, 2008 — 8:00 P.M. EST As a part of Black History Month, ABC is broadcasting “A Raisin In The Sun” on February 25, 2008 — 8:00 p.m. EST — starring the cast from the Broadway production. ..From It's Praying Time on pl... is there to help us through the rough times in our lives. Some people do not know what prayer is or how it works. You would be surprised at the number of individuals who would tell you that they do not know how to pray or what to pray for. It is not disturbing in this present day and time, because our society is growing at such an alarming rate, and is trying new things, but is failing at keeping in time with what brought us over. Prayer has always been a way out for those who believed in Christ. If we can just serve notice for a little while, we will see that God sustained his people then, and He will continue to sustain us now; we just got to be willing to hold on. Prayer was a way out for Daniel in the lion’s den, three Hebrew boys in the fiery furnace, Paul and Silas in jail, Jonah in the belly of a whale, Black people in the midst of slavery and the civil rights movement. How quickly we have forgotten “the bridge that has brought us over.” My brothers and sisters in Christ, prayer is simply being able to com- municate with the Lord. We must acknowledge Him for being the “King of Kings” and the “Lord of Lords.” You see, when it comes to prayer, we need to make this a personal situation because ever since the first garden experience, it is up to each one of us to decide who we are living for. It is time to pray and renew our prayer life. I believe in order for us to really see the goodness of the Lord as a world and nation, we have to be willing and pray. The Bible tells us that “if my people who are called by my name shall humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and heal their sins, and for- give their land.” We got to clean up our hearts, our minds, and our souls before we really can talk with Him, because we know He does not dwell in unclean places. Moses tells us that we must love the Lord with all our hearts, all our souls, and with all our might. I tell you today, that when the winds of change start to blow in our life, and the times seem to get really hard; we need to get down on our knees and pray. When life deals you with an unexpected blow, and it hits you with a setback, I want you to know that it's time to pray. When you are faced with trying to find the answer to your problems that you're having with your children, it seems as if they are caught in the pitfall after pitfall; it is still Praying Time! When you go to the doctor, and he tells you that you have to be con- cerned about how you are healed now, because you have deficiencies in your health now, it is still Praying Time! When you go to work on your job, and the supervisor tells you, we have to be concerned now, the economy is in such a mess now, we have the war in Iraq, gas and oil prices are constantly going through the roofs, all other input prices are high, and people don't have disposable income anymore to purchase our products, but It's Still Praying Time. You see, I am 16 years old and I know what prayer can do, and I am a living witness that God will answer prayers. I read the other day about Hezekiah who was sick and on the verge of death, but the Bible tells me that he turned his faced to the wall and prayed, and because of his prayer, the Lord added 15 years to his life. In conclusion, let us renew our prayer lives and let us start fresh anew. For any comments, please send them to kjanthony91 @yahoo.com. Brother Kelvin J. Anthony, Associate Minister, Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church, Bessemer, Alabama. O O From Some Things on p3... the visit in Columbia ended with lunch on the 18th floor of the Wachovia Bank headquarters building; the lunch was spon- sored by the bank. We dined and fellowshipped and Bishop Williams thanked us and bade us farewell; and it was a were with us and we all arrived home safely. And, the next day, Rev. China called to tell me that 1 had left my portfolio in his car; and suddenly, it w weigh my good days and my bad days; all of my good days outweigh my bad days; I won’t complain.” Editor’s Comment: In the next issue, an editorial about “Change.” The next issue will also honor some 0 heroines, Dr. Margaret Joan Cousin, was the pioneer in HIV/AIDS testing. “good day.” God’s traveling mercies as a “bad day.” But, I thank God, “When I f our A.M.E. heroes and heroines. One of the She had the vision long before the attention that is given to this pandemic today. She led the way and we need to say, thank you to Dr. Joan Cousin. O00 ===== DSC03930.JPG ===== 16 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY 11, 2008 he choice Camelear as Weep and white, Moe | ANTIOCH AME CHURCH, STONE MOUNTAIN, GEORGIA — 176 MEMBERS MORE THAN 2,500 ACTIVE MEMBERS $84 THOUSAND OPERATING BUDGET $2.3 MILLION OPERATING BUDGET 1.8 ACRES 80 ACRES NO DAY CARE CENTER CHILDCARE LEARNING CENTER FOR 85 CHILDREN NO GYM OR ATHLETIC MINISTRY 9,000 SQ. FT. GYM WITH A COMMUNITY ATHLETIC MINISTRY No FACILITIES FOR SENIORS A-PHASE SENIOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT WITH PHASE 1 COMPLETED (120 UNITS, $13.5 MILLION) PLAN FOR ACQUIRING LAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC) FOR FUTURE EXPANSION CKER, PASTOR ANTIOCH AME CHURCH
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  ===== DSC03963.JPG ===== THE OFFICIAL ORGAN OF CHRISTIAN VOL. 157, NO. 26 AFRICAN METHODIST ib AM EPISCOPAL CHURCH ~ Riconnin GOD OUR FATHER » CHRIST OUR REDEEMER « MAN OUR BROTHER SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 BISHOP DAVID DANIELS LEADS MINNEAPOLIS REVIVAL By Charles Hallman, St. Paul-Minneapolis District Reporter The church sometimes needs “a Holy Ghost preacher” to remind them that they are children of God. This is what the Right Reverend David R. Daniels, Jr., the 14th Episcopal District’s Presiding Prelate, did as he led a three-day revival at Wayman, Minneapolis August 11-13. He is “a Holy Ghost preacher,” says St. Paul-Minneapolis District Presiding Elder Rev. Dr. Alphonse Reff of Bishop Daniels. “The world needs interpreters who can interpret the Word of God,” the presiding elder and pastor of Wayman explains. “We need them to (tell) people that God has some- thing better for them.” With temperatures reaching 80-plus throughout the three days, Daniels’ nightly sermons brought Holy Ghost heat inside the sanctuary, as he implored the congregation and visitors “to get ready for your breakthrough.” “Tt is difficult to sing and shout when you are down and out,” said the Bishop. “That’s why we need God.” Isaiah 54:1-3 was his first night’s text as Daniels reminded everyone that they are God’s creation: “If we are going to get our breakthrough, we need to change what we are. God didn’t make a mistake when He made you. If you ...Continued on p4 Bishop David R. Daniels and Presiding Elder, Rev. Alphonse Reff URGENT PRAYER REQUEST NEWS FROM THE THE REVISED A.M.E. CHURCH MOTTO ——FRON-A.M.E_INDIA~————— -ADOPTED BY THE 48TH ~~ There has been widespread attack on Chris- By Brother Kelvin J. Antoni QUADRENNIAL SESSION OF THE 2008 tians in the state of Orissa and stray attacks on The book, “Calling & ICRA eraNarinee oe GENERAL CONFERENCE Christian missionaries in other parts of the the Ordained Life,” written by Bishop : country. These attacks are initiated by the right : — English: William H. Willimon, Presiding Prelate of the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church, describes the call of a minister and the character of a minister. He describes that the call and character of a min- ister is that of a servant. On July 28 — 31, 2008, in Mobile, Alabama, wing Hindu fanatics who have a lot of political clout in the states ruled by their people. Unfor- tunately due to the Christian theology of Love and Forgiveness, the Christians have never retaliated to such brute and ruthless attacks ever in the history of Indian Christianity. “GOD OUR FATHER, CHRIST OUR REDEEMER, THE HOLY SPIRIT OUR COMFORTER, HUMANKIND OUR FAMILY” As per the news reports a large number of houses and churches were torched by an irate mob in several areas including Nuagaon, Raikia, Udaygiri, Phiringia and Baliguda. Churches were attacked in Khurda, Bargarh, Sundergarh, Sambalpur, Koraput, Boudh, Mayurbhanj, Jagatsinghpur and Kandhamal districts as also in : ...Continued on p5 God sent a servant to the state of Alabama to serve the many congregations of the 9th Episcopal Dis- trict. On July 28th, 2008, the Christian Education Congress opened with a Consecration Service at Bethel A.M.E. Church, Mobile, Alabama. Bishop James L. Davis, our new Bishop, preached a superb homiletical message entitled, “I Am Tired of Being Pitiful” Continued on p5 THE 141ST SESSION OF THE KENTUCKY ANNUAL CONFERENCE *The Reverend William R. T. Hale Saint Peter African Methodist Episcopal Church - Harrodsburg, Kentucky The Rt. Reverend Vashti Murphy McKenzie, Presiding Prelate of the 13th Episcopal District Brother Stan McKenzie, Supervisor of Missions The Reverend Kenneth Jerome Golphin, Presiding Elder of the Lexington District The Reverend Ralph Boyd Smith, Host Pastor Preceding the 48th Session of the General Conference, darkness had come over the land.. and suppositions attacked our worst fears: “Would our Bishop return?”. . but, then.. the minds of some: “Surely she won’t return!”. . rumors _a faithless dread had gripped . a voice ned out into the darkness! The light of day arose over the land! And sho’ nuff, the “baddest bishop on the bench” — The * “Visionary” Vashti, “Magnificent” Murphy, “Super” Supervisor Stan McKenzie, stepped out from the light.. “Moving-Forward” McKenzie, our Chief Pastor, together with our _and so began the 141st Session of the Kentucky Annual Conference at Historic Saint Peter African Methodist Episcopal Church! The direction of the Annual Conference was set by our pre-conference ...Continued on p7 — Spanish: EL LEMA DE LA IGLESIA DE A.M.E. “DIOS NUESTRO PADRE, CRISTO NUESTRO REDENTOR, EL ESPIRITU SANTO NUESTRO CONSOLADOR, HUMANIDAD NUESTRA FAMILIA” SOME THOUGHTS FOR THE THOUGHTFUL “Im a world where celebrity equals talent and where make-believe is called reality, it is most important to have real love, truth, and stability in your life.” - - - Bernie Brillstein Film and TV producer “To know nothing, is bad........ To learn nothing, is worse.” - - - African Proverb “Don’t let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” - - - John Wooden “Education can’t make us all leaders --- but it can teach us which leader to follow.” - - - Anonymous ===== DSC03964.JPG ===== 2 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 Dr. Calvin H. Sydnor, Ill The culture of any church needs a reordering and a radical change when “raising money” becomes the primary focus of ministry. It is important for pastors and local church officers to reflect upon ministry and the mis- sion of their local churches as well as the Mis- sion and Purpose of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Often pastors seem to feel that the focus of their ministry is raising the budget and keeping the local church afloat. And, of course they are concerned about their salaries, about keeping the lights on, the utili- ties paid, the presiding elder assessments, the annual conference budget, and repairs to the local church. In fact, oftentimes, raising money becomes the focal point of ministry, so much so that programs are planned, not around evangelism or spiritual growth, but how much money can be raised. Revivals should be a spiritual event, but for many churches, revivals have become a fund- raising event. A guest preacher is invited based upon the size of his or her congregation, how many folks they can bring with them, and how much money they can raise. In many churches, Men’s Day and Women’s Day are competitive fund-raising events as are Home- coming, Friends and Family Day, Usher Day, Choir Day, Youth Day, Pastor’s Appreciation Day and a whole lot of other days. I suspect that the focus upon money impedes church growth. The focus upon money can make it appear that pastors and officers are hustling the membership. I have heard pastors give an appeal for people to tithe with the caveat that if they didn’t tithe, God was “going to get them” and something bad might happen to them if they did not tithe, or that they would The Christian Recorder was established in 1852 The A.M.E. Christian Recorder BISHOP RICHARD FRANKLIN NORRIS, ( DR. JOHNNY BARBOUR, JR., Publisher DR. CALVIN H. SYDNOR, Ill, The 20” Editor Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181 not be returned Som MINISTRY HAS TO BE MORE THAN RAISING MONEY The Christian Recorder The Christian Recorder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (USPS 01 6880) is published bi-weekly by the AMEC Sunday Schoo! Union, 500 Eighth Avenue South, |} Nashville, Tennessee 37203-4181. Periodicals postage paid at Nashville Tennessee Executive and Editorial Office: 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville Ten nessee 37203- 4181. Advertising rates are available on request. Subscription rate $36.00 per annum. Please make all money orders and cashiers checks payable to || hair of Publications Commuissior intended for publication who take the time to send us their comments Letters to the Editor, 512 Eighth} should be addressed to The Christian Recorder/Letters All photograph submissions are the property of The Chri Postmaster, please send address corrections to SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION OF THE A.M.E. CHURCH, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181 miss a blessing if they did not tithe. This past Founder’s Day, I had the privilege to preach at Mount Herman A.M.E. Church in Fort Lauderdale where the now Bishop John F. White was the pastor. I was impressed with an announcement in the church’s bulletin enti- tled, “The Bible teaches us how to give.” The announcement clarified what the Bible says about giving. The first of the three points in the announcement said that Christians are respon- sible for giving on a regular basis — weekly, monthly, or whenever a person receives income. The second point emphasised that the Bible says a lot about priorities and that loving and thanking God with our financial offerings should come first and that giving first, is a sign of trust that is much more important than the amount we give. I found the third point interesting because so often pastors and stewards think everyone is at the same spiritual level; they are not. The third point in the announcement was powerful and “cuts to the soul” of stewardship. The third point asked the question, “How much should a person give - 5%, 10%, 20% 50%?” A statement in the announcement said that the biblical guideline is tithing (giving 10%), but went on to say that the specific percentage was not as important as making a commitment. The announcement encouraged members to start the commitment process by committing any per centage of their income with which they were comfortable and then to gradually grow towards and beyond a tithe. The announcement closed by encouraging members to follow through on their commitment by setting aside whatever their decided percentage every time they received income and were encouraged to offer their pledge to God with joy and thanksgiving. The focus was not on the amount or the percentage, $36.00 Per Year Send Check or Money Order Payable to: Name stian Recorder and will } but on the commitment. In the parable of the Talents (Matthew 25), the master commended the servant who took the two talents and doubled the talents, and he also commended the servant who had five tal- ents and increased them to ten talents with the words to both servants, “Well done good and faithful servant, you have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.” The master commended servants for their faithfulness. They were faithful in the use of the talents that were committed to them. When we focus upon the money that we raise as the measure of our ministry, we take the focal point of ministry off God; and the center of min- istry becomes focused on how much money was raised or how much money was not raised. When churches focus upon ministry that meets the needs of people, the community and worldwide missions, studies show that the money will follow. Understanding how money works is probably a “science” because some pastors and congrega- tions know how to fund their ministries with little effort; but it appears that other pastors and congregations don’t have a clue on how to effec- tively fund their programs. There is a method that results in successful stewardship that results in vibrant ministry pro- grams. Vibrant ministry programs can be found in small churches, in large churches, in inner city churches, in rural churches and in suburban churches. Pastoral leadership, follower-ship and following biblical and sound administrative prin- ciples make the difference. Effective ministry is not achieved without hard word, extensive plan- ning and more planning, and strong leadership. Most of us are uncomfortable with beggars, even though we help Continued on p9 SUBSCRIBE’ to The Christian Recorder Keep yourself informed about aa church r ffice: 615-714-0986 / chsydnor@bellsouth.net / Fax: 615-658-5992 The Christian Recorder www.the-christian-recorder.0rg The Christian Recorder welcomes letters from its readers on matters of general } che oan penn interest. Letters must be exclusive to The Christian Recorder and must be signed including the writer's home address and business telephone number. 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CHURCH BISHOP CORNAL GARNETT HENNING, SR. SEPTEMBER 24-28, 2008 OHIO ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 20, 2008 LAY ANNUAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 23, 2008 WMS CONVENTION St. Jahn AMEC (Worthington) 7700 Crosswoods Drive Columbus, OH 43235 Phone: (614) 888-0894 The Rev. Jermaine Covington, Pastor OCTOBER 8-12, 2008 NORTH OHIO ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 4, 2008 LAY ANNUAL MEETING OCTOBER 7, 2008 WMS CONVENTION St. John AMEC 2261 East 40th Street Cleveland, OH 44103 Phone: (216) 431-2560 The Rey. Dr. Taylor T. Thompson, Pastor OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 1, 2008 THIRD DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING Renaissance Hotel Columbus, OH The Rev. Dr. William Wheatley, Host Pastor FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP JOHN RICHARD BRYANT SEPTEMBER 21-28, 2008 INDIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Site to be determined Vv. O< OCTOBER 5-12, 2008 CHICAGO ANNUAL CONFERENCE Wyndham Hote Lisle, Il Room Rate: $115 flat plus tax Reservation Deadline: 9/3/08 Free parking Host: Coppin AMEC, Chicago, IL Rev. Walter Bauldrick, Pastor OCTOBER 23-25, 2008 PLANNING MEETING Crowne Plaza O'Hare Rosemont, IL Room Rate is $99 flat plus tax Reservation Deadline: 10/08/08 Parking $5 per day with in/out privileges for hotel guests only SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP PRESTON WARREN WILLIAMS II SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 3, 2008 PIEDMONT ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 26-28, 2008 YOUTH SUMMIT Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Promise Land (Abbeville), Host Church The Rev. James Speed, Host Pastor The Rev. Oscar Klugh, Greenwood/Abbeville District, Host PE. The Rev. Jonathan Baker, Greenville District, Co-Host PE. OCTOBER 6-10, 2008 CENTRAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 3-5, 2008 YOUTH SUMMIT Liberty Hill A.M.E. Church, Host Church The Rev. Melvin Capers, Host Pastor The Rey. Malachi Duncan, Host PE. The Rev. Dr. Juenarrl Keith, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Clementa Pinckney, Co-Host PE. NOVEMBER 6-8, 2008 POST CONFERENCE CONVOCATION Columbia, SC *Dates subject to change based on hotel availability. EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP CAROLYN TYLER GUIDRY SEPTEMBER 24-27, 2008 CENTRAL NORTH MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE Bethel A.M.E. Church 305 Edward Street Mound Bayou, Mississippi The Rev. Timothy Stallworth, Sr., Host Pastor The Rev. James D. Holmes, Host PE. OCTOBER 1-4, 2008 NORTH LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Mary Springhill A.M.E. Church 4426 Linwood Avenue Shreveport, Louisiana The Rev. Demetrese Phillips, Host Pastor The Rev. David J. Campbell, Co-Host PE. OCTOBER 8-11, 2008 CENTRAL LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Allen Chapel A.M.E. Churet 1106 LeGrarde Street Thibodaux, Louisiana The Rev. Nelson Taylor, Host Pastor The Rev. Otis S. Lewis, Sr, Host PE OCTOBER 28-NOVEMBER 1, 2008 LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Mount Olive A.M.E. Chureh 2457 Second Street Slidell, Louisiana The Rev. Sherman Berry, Host Pastor The Rev. Malvin Black, Co-Host PE The Rev. Joseph H. Cyprian, Jr.,Co-Host PE The Rev. John K. Holiday, Co-Host PE. NOVEMBER 13-15, 2008 EIGHTH DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING Bonner-Campbell College Edwards, Mississippi NINTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP JAMES L. DAVIS OCTOBER 1-5, 2008 NORTH ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 1, 2008 WMS CONFERENCE BRANCH ANNUAL MEETING Saint Luke A.M.E. Church 2801 21st Avenue, North Birmingham, AL 35234 (205) 252-3717 The Rev. Horace J. Fitchard, Jr., Host Pastor The Rev. Dwight E. Dillard, Host PE. The Rev. Albert L. Hyche, Assoc. PE. OCTOBER 8-12, 2008 CENTRAL ALABAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 8, 2008 WMS CONFERENCE BRANCH ANNUAL MEETING Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church 410 Martin Luther King Street Selma, AL 36702 (334) 874-7897 The Rev. James Jackson, Host Pastor The Rev. W. T. Lesueur, Host PE. The Rev. E. A. Rouse, Assoc. PE. OCTOBER 15-19, 2008 WEST ALABAMA CONFERENCE OCTOBER 15, 2008 WMS CONFERENCE BRANCH ANNUAL MEETING Bethel A.M.E. Church 1524 Avenue D., Ensley Birmingham, AL 35218 (205) 780-4393 The Rev. Gloria Hall, Host Pastor The Rev. Myers Hawkins, Jr, Host PE. The Rev. Truman A. Reynolds, Assoc. PE. TENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP GREGORY G. M. INGRAM SEPTEMBER 22-27, 2008 NORTH TEXAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE bene PLANNING MEETING Milton, ocated in b Phone: (407) 827-3873 Fax: (407) 560-2108 Reservation Deadline September 5, 2008 Cost per night: $99.00 TWELFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH OCTOBER 6-11, 2008 SOUTHWEST TEXAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Metropolitan A.M.E. Church, Host Church The Rev. N. Jordan Mkwanazi, Host Pastor Crowne Plaza Hotel 6121 NIH 35 Austin, Texas 78752 Reservations: (512) 323-5466 Reservation Deadline: September 15, 2008 BISHOP SAMUEL LAWRENCE GREEN, Cost per night: $104.00 a OCTOBER 8-12, 2008 OCTOBER 20-25, 2008 EAST NORTHEAST ARKANSAS TEXAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Pie pg le AME Jones E. Church, Host Church OCTOBER 7, 2008 The Rev. Robert Green, Host Pastor Sheraton North Houston 15700 John F. Kennedy Blvd Houston, Texas 77032 Reservations: (281) 442-5100 Reservation Deadline: October 1, 2008 Cost per night: $99.00 EAST NORTHEAST ARKANSAS WMS New Bethel A.M.E. Church, Stuttgart, AR The Rev. Tom W. Scott, Host Pastor The Rev. Johnny Kelley, Host PE. OCTOBER 22-26, 2008 NOVEMBER 12-15, 2008 CENTRAL ARKANSAS ANNUAL PLANNING MEETING CONFERENCE Greater Allen Temple, Host Church OCTOBER 21, 2008 The Rev. Samuel Baker, Host Pastor CENTRAL ARKANSAS WMS St. James A.M.E. Church, Camden, AR The Rev. Clarence Reynolds, Host Pastor/PE. Hyatt Regency North Dallas (formerly The Richardson Hotel) 701 E. Campbell Road Richardson, Texas NOVEMBER 5-9, 2008 Reservations: (972) 231-9600 SOUTH ARKANSAS Reservation Deadline: October 29, 2008 ANNUAL CONFERENCE Cost per night: $125.00 NOVEMBER 4, 2008 ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT Fok: eer re age A.M.E. CHURCH Crossett. AR The Rev. Gregory Nettles, Host Pastor The Rev. James R. Hooper, Host PE. NOVEMBER 12-16, 2008 WEST ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 11, 2008 WEST ARKANSAS WMS Bethel A.M.E. Church, Malvern, AR The Rev. Richard Sutton, Host Pastor The Rev. Clarence V. Boyd, Sr, Host PE. BISHOP MCKINLEY YOUNG SEPTEMBER 20-26, 2008 NOVEMBER 19-23, 2008 SOUTH CONFERENCE ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Mt. Hermon A.M.E. Church NOVEMBER 18, 2008 17800 NW 25th Ave. ARKANSAS CONFERENCE WMS Miami Garden, FL 33056 (305) 621-5067 The Rev. Henry E. Green, Jr, Host Pastor The Rev. Jimmy J. Thompson, Host PE. Bethel A.M.E. Church, Little Rock, AR The Rev. James Thomas, Host Pastor The Rev. Thomas G. Allen, Host PE. DECEMBER 11-13, 2008 OCTOHER S28 EPISCOPAL DISTRICT WEST COAST CONFERENCE PLANNING MEETING New Bethel A.M.E. Church Place: TBA 2122 MLL. King Ave Lakeland, Fl 33805 (863) 687-1994 The Rev. Pearce Ewing, Host Pastor The Rev. F Bernard Lemon, Host PE. THIRTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH OCTOBER 18-24, 2008 EAST CONFERENCE Greater Grant Memorial A.M.E. Church 5533 Gilchrist Rad. Jacksonville, FL 32219 (904) 764-5992 The Rev. Tony D. Hansberry, Host Pastor The Rev. Dr. Robert L. Mitchell, Host PE. BISHOP VASHTI MURPHY MCKENZIE NOVEMBER 5-9, 2008 SEPTEMBER 23-27, 2008 BAHAMAS CONFERENCE EAST TENNESSEE ANNUAL Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church CONFERENCE Savannah Sound, Eleuthera Bethel A.M.E. Church The Rev. George Clark, Host Pastor 2460 Parkview The Rev. Howard Williamson, Knoxville, TN 37914 Presiding Elder (865) 522-6396 The Rev. Johnny Watson, Sr, Host Pastor NOVEMBER 20-22, 2008 The Rev. Kenneth Hill, Host PE. POST CONFERENCE ..Continued on p11 ===== DSC03966.JPG ===== 4 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 .fomp!.. BISHOP DAVID DANIELS LEADS MINNEAPOLIS REVIVAL want everything to be possible, you want to get with God. He is more than enough.” . Xe ur best is to your future and not in your past, continues Daniels. “Don’t miss out on what God’s best has for your life.” he preached, “God can’t lift you out until you know who you are. With God, there is no limit.” Daniels closed his opening sermon, “I don’t care what you are going through, God will be with you. He is able.” The Bishop spoke the second night from Genesis 40:14, explaining that Joseph is one of his favorite biblical characters, “He was a big dreamer.” Daniels points out. As with Joseph’s brothers, w rew ir br § i oe a ‘ AS Jos 1ers, Who grew to hate their brother, “When you dream big, people ar i i i g é : é , people are no ) ce 2 adde However, Joseph “went from prison to prime minister,” says Daniels. “Like hace you are pie oe _ Po oe fe a God but we don’t always accept that. If God i i [ aide tetera ( ae, . always accept that. 10d is going to use you, number one — you must be faithful, fruitful and focused. God is setting you up for a major blessing.” é Daniels presented a life plan as he preached from Jeremiah 29:10- > third < i AG. c if p ; plan | d from Jeremiah 29:10-11 on the third and final night. “God has some fantastic plans for your life,” he pointed out. “Your future is brighter than your past.” aegty He suggested that we “raise your level of expectation now. If you raise it, people will meet you where you place yourself.”; “God has more in store for you than you ever imagined: Break your barriers of your past, you've got to break away from your past.”; and “Become what you believe.” After each sermon, Daniels extended his hand to all those who wished to change their life, whether they already are saved or not. As a result, the altar over- flowed each night with individuals of all ages: many sought prayer; many others sought anointing, as the Bishop insistently touched each person who stepped forward. “Bishops are busy, but he is not too busy to come this way,” Reff says of Daniels. The two have been friends for years and he has preached several times at Wayman. “Presiding Elder Reff and I go way back, even before | became Bishop (in 2004),” admits Daniels. “We talk and fel lowship and his family are very special to me He is a guy who goes out and makes relationships, and never forgets those rela tionships.” Daniels also spoke at Wayman’s annual African Day service August 10. The A.M.E. Church’s 124th elected Continued on p12 ===== DSC03967.JPG ===== SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ..From News From on p1... from John 5:1-9 After the sermon, Bishop Frank C, Cummings led us into the Holy Eucharist. After the benediction, we went back to our hotels and homes to awaken to a Holy Ghost week of the Christian Education Congress. The Christian Education Congress officially started on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at the Renaissance Riverview Mar- riott Hotel, Mobile, Alabama. The Congress began with devotion led by the Dean of Studies, the Rev. Dr. Homer McCall; he asked Dr. James C. Burkes, the Pastor of Sad- dlers Chapel A.M.E. Church, Bessemer to give the Morning Manna Meditation. Dr. James C. Burkes centered his morning meditation on putting your hands in the hands of the Father which came from Luke 23:44-47. During the General Assembly, we were given instruc- tions to go our respected workshops. As I went to the Min- ister's Workshop, I was blessed to go into some rich workshops led by Dr. Roger Richardson who spoke about the New Kirkland Institute. Dr. James Rumph lectured and ..From URGENT PRAYER on pl... the state capital. 40 houses were set ablaze in Phulbani town, a Christian populated town in the area. Another report states that 50 village churches and six convents and other Christian institutions were destroyed or damaged in the violence. Minority com- munities are increasingly being targeted by the so-called protectors of Indian cul- ture and identity. VHP (Vishwa Hindu Parishad) activists have been blamed for at least three deaths and the burning of 60 churches in Orissa alone. A Christian nun was murdered, another Christian woman was burnt to death and an orphanage run by Chris- tians was set on fire in which two people were burnt to death, All the twenty chil- dren escaped unhurt. A.M.E,-India has two churches in this state in the troubled area, We have not been able to contact with them in this sit- uation. They are Pastor Saurabha Beborta and Pastor Dibya Jothi Limma. Kindly remember them, their families and their congregation in your valuable prayers, God's peace and protection needs to be established in the troubled areas and let us join together in prayer for the people affected, With much grievance and prayer, The Rev. Sarah Peddiny and the Rey. Abraham Peddiny Presiding Elders - A.M.E.-India taught us about, “The Means of Grace for Church Growth.” After the two workshops, the Ecclesiastical Father of the 9th Episcopal District, Bishop James Davis, met with the clergy of the district. After the meeting with the clergy, the Keynote Worship Service started and God moved in a mighty manifestation. As the spirit of God moved, the word of God was brought forth by Dr. Albert Tyson III. He preached a powerful, empow- ering, electrifying message entitled, “Your Assignment Is Not Transferable,” which came from Exodus 4:10-13. He said, “When God calls, it’s personal, the call is never convenient and God equips you.” After the Keynote Service, the Bishop called for a “Time with the Bishop” and he talked about how he was excited about being the Bishop. He gave com- mittee assignments, and he talked about some great things that the A.M.E. Church is doing in the state of Alabama. At 7:30 P.M., the missionaries took charge of the worship service. Dr. George Flowers, Executive Director of the Department of Global Witness and Ministry preached a very challenging message to the Missionaries, ministers, young people and laity. He reminded us to, “Stay in the boat with Jesus!” which came from the Mark 4:35-41. At 10:00 p.m., we were blessed with the Youth Explosion Concert with choirs, and the Gospel Rappers - Paper Boy and Breakthrough Boyz. On July 30th, 2008, the Congress went into Day 2. God moved in a pow- erful way during the Morning Manna Meditation Hour, the Reverend Char- lotte Green preached a powerful meditation, after which, we went to our respected workshops (Ministers, Laity, W.M.S., Youth, and Under-twelve- ers). Twelve noon was the Lay Hour of Worship and the challenger of the afternoon was Brother Robert Turner and he gave an excellent message. The W.M.S. Luncheon was held at 4:00 p.m. After the workshop, the Youth Explosion “In Praise” began at 7:00 p.m., and God moved in a pow- erful way at the last night of the congress as ..Continued on pil FRANK CURTIS CUMMINGS THIS LIFE-CHRONICLING BOOK IS PACKED WITH EXPERIENCES THAT OFFER LESSONS FOR EVERY READER WALKING AFTER CHRIST. HIN (UielD) A | DIE [ON ESTING IOUT Aleinks In doing God's work, we should all | It is important for all leaders to | And never forget, through every valley strive to be truly committed to the | know that we are called to serve | low and mountain high, through every roles which we have been entrusted, ion, | trial and triumph, and through every and we should not accept positions leave | struggle and succe wh just for the sake of holding an office. . BISHOP FRANK alist CUMMINGS As childrenf God, we are in His service. We are God's servants no matter who we are or what title we may have. From the highest ranking bishop to the newest member, we are all called to the ministry of servanthood. " RESERV, YOURSTICDAY! 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Looking back on this still incomplete caree! the veteran Christian educator can see where he has left his mark on many aspects of the church. He is most pleased to be part of a push for excellence in the understanding of the Christian faith and the teaching of our faith. After serving six years as pastor of Bethel A.M.E. Church in historic Lowell, Massachu- setts, Rev. Sawtelle was first appointed a Con- ference Church School Superintendent by Bishop Frank C. Cummings. He immediately began to modernize the position by estab- lishing a budget and yearly schedule of visits. In New England the Conference Superinten- dent makes the visits to the 27 churches and missions, scattered over the states of Massa- chusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island to teach, preach, and supervise. After organizing the Church Schools in New England he noted that the AMEC Sunday School literature needed to be upgraded. To this end in 1992, the Rev. Roger A. Sawtelle ran for the office of the Editor of Religious Literature. This was the General Officer that was responsible for the preparation and editing of the A.M.E. church school lessons. He enjoyed the opportunity to visit churches outside the First Episcopal District and promised that if he were elected, the A.MLE. lessons would be “second to none.” He was not elected in Orlando, because that was the year that the position was abolished with its duties given to the Secretary of the Christian Education Department Still he endeavored to do what he could to keep his promise that our literature would be “second to none.” In this regard the Rev. Sawtelle was a founding AMEC Writers’ Guild in 1992 and wrote Sunday school quar member of the terlies usually for the junior class on a regular basis until 2006, For 14 years he was very active as an A.M.E, member of the Committee for Uniform Series, which is the ecumenical group that plans the church school curriculum and provides the outline for the church school lessons for our denomination and Sunday schools worldwide. In this manner Rey. Sawtelle had the unique position of being directly involved in the plan- ning of the church school lessons, the writing of the Sunday school lessons, the supervision of church school classes, and the teaching of the lessons whenever he had the opportunity. Almost every week fall, summer, and spring, he was making a church school visit in his own conference or wherever he might be attending church. Another area that needed upgrading was the First Episcopal Church School, which at that time was not recognized, was not organized, and was not meeting. Through the initiative of Rev. Sawtelle and the other conference super- intendents they initiated the First Episcopal District Annual Church School Seminar and Annual Day in 1993, which provides a full day of inspiration, training, encouragement, and fellowship for teachers and superinten- dents throughout the northeast. Rev. Sawtelle was blessed with an excellent education, and sought to share the insights gathered though this education with all who care to listen and read. He was the product of a fine public school system of Wyoming, Ohio. He chose to attend college at Indiana U. in Bloomington, IN, which had the benefits of a fine large state university and the atmos- phere of a small college town. He made full most advantage of all the cultural and scholarly opportunities at Il He also spent two years at graduate school there studying Russian language, culture, and history in order to understand the conflict between the US and the USSR. Part of this education was a cultural exchange trip to the Soviet Union, Hungary, and Poland during the summer of 1961, the summer of the building of the Berlin Wall. Rey, excellent Sawtelle was also blessed with an education at Harvard Divinity School, With the conflict over civil rights in full swing and the war in Vietnam on the horizon, he answered the call to the ministry and entered seminary. During the summers he worked in the South doing civil rights work and working with Rev. James M. Lawson at Centenary UM Church in Memphis. Upon graduation from Harvard Divinity, Rev. Sawtelle served as pastor of North Kingstown UM Church, the Wareham and Marion, MA UM Parish, and the Brayton and Quarry St. UM Parish in Fall River, MA. He made the decision to leave the United Methodist Ministry and found employment working as a social worker for the Department of Public Welfare in New Bedford, MA, and later as a training officer and supervisor. In 1977 Rev. Sawtelle attended Bethel A.M.E. Church in Fall River one Sunday morning and never returned to the United Methodist Church. Soon he heard a renewed call to the ministry and was admitted to the New England Annual Conference in 1978. He was ordained deacon in 1979 and itinerant elder in 1981. He is the son and grandson of Sunday school teachers and superintendents. In 1999 he married the lovely Ann B. Jasper at Bethel A.M.E. Church in Bloomfield, CT. We all know that ...Continued on p10 nn rscen es cen BISHOP H. H. BROOKINS WILL BE THE FOCUS OF AN UPCOMING DOCUMENTARY / MOVIE ENTITLED, “THE KING MAKER” Bishop H. H. Brookins will be featured in a full length movie documentary. David Henry, an Emmy Award Winner, and Tonette Hayes (producers) are very proud to produce this film. Auditions for actors and other posi- tions will be advertised. Bishop Brookins has been a pioneer for many people, both clergy and lay throughout the United States where Bishop Brookins has served; and he has been an inspiration to politicians and civil rights leaders. We want the world to know the major achievements and the exciting lifestyle Bishop Brookins lived over the years. He is a living legend. Go to www.inkktnet.com to view the pilot. A casting call for actors and children is forth- coming. We will be looking for young actors to play Bishop Brookins as a child, teen and young adult. Interested persons should con- tact us through the web: www.inkktnet.com. We will also have job interviews posted on the Website in the next few weeks for pro- duction managers, assistants, and for other positions. We would like to hire from within the A.M.E. Church. Should you have any questions or concerns please contact us at www.inkktnet.com. Tonette Hayes and David Henry A.M.E. OLYMPIAN WINS SILVER MEDAL Hyleas Fountain, a member of Central Chapel A.M.E. Church in Yellow Springs, Ohio won a silver-medal in the heptathlon in the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing with a total of 6,619 points. She became the only American woman other than Jackie Joyner-Kersee to ever win an Olympic medal in the heptathlon. She has won numerous athletic events beginning in 2000 when she was the USA junior high-jump champion; she has won national and interna- tional athletic events each year since that time with the culmination of the silver medal in the 2008 Olympics. Fountain narrowly missed qualifying for Athens in 2004, when she fin- ished fourth at U.S. Olympic Trials. She attended Barton Community College where she won 5 National Junior College Ath- letic Association titles and was runner-up three times, and at the University of Georgia she won the NCAA heptathlon title in 2003 and the outdoor long jump championship in 2004. Her coach, Mr. Lynn Smith, is also a member of Central Chapel A.M.E. Church in Yellow Springs. Coach Lynn Smith’s mother is also an active member of Central Chapel. Coach Lynn is a survivor of the bombing at the 2000 Olympics in Atlanta. The Rev. Dr. Betty Holley is the Pastor of Cen- tral Chapel A.M.E. Church. *Submitted by Mrs. Leanora Brown and Mr. Orlando Brown, the sister and brother-in-law of Bishop William P. DeVeaux and Chaplain (Colonel- Retired) John DeVeaux ST. PHILIP MONUMENTAL A.M.E. CHURCH HELD “ALLEN AND TURNER DAY CELEBRATION” By *Mrs. Diane K. Coleman Pastor George A. Moore, Jr. and the St. Philip Monumental A.M.E. Church family in Savannah, Georgia celebrated Allen and Turner Day. The service was held on Sunday, September 14, 2008. There was only one wor- ship service at 10:15 a.m. for this day of spe- cial celebration. The Allen and Turner Day Celebration allowed us to look back at the lives of two of the “Giants” of African Methodism; Richard Allen and Henry McNeal Turner. We invited another spiritual “Giant” in ser- vice to the Lord, the Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr. to deliver the message to help us to pay homage to the outstanding giants of African Methodism. Our theme for this years’ celebration was, “God’s Grace Is Supreme.” Sister Sheren Ervin and Brother Charles Nelson served as Co-Chairpersons of this event. We cordially invited our families, friends and the community to join us on this momentous occasion. The Rev. George A. Moore, Jr. is the Senior Pastor of St. Philip Monumental A.M.E. Church. *Mrs. Diane K. Coleman is the Church Reporter for St. Philip Monumental A.M.E. Church ===== DSC03969.JPG ===== SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 7 ..From The 141st SESSION on pi... activities, beginning with a won- derful welcome by our hosts at Saint Peter, as the leadership of Harrods- burg and Mercer county were com- pelled to come and make us feel “right at home”; leading us into an invigorating day of learning, wor- shipping and Kingdom business, beginning with the Women’s Mis- sionary Society Prayer Breakfast where the Reverend Sherry Green laid down the kindling for the fire with the message, “God Is The Real Deal!”; then our own Sister Renee Scott-Smith continued that same theme, adding more fuel for the fire, utilizing Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” And then at the WMS ‘Night In White’ the Rev- erend Maxine Thomas ignited the spark that lit the church on fire, preaching, “Help Me, Somebody!” Along with the Minister’s Insti- tute, where our own General Officer, the Reverend Dr. Calvin H. Sydnor, III, Editor of The Christian Recorder, ministered to the clergy on the: “Role of the Pastor in the Public Square” and our own Pre- siding Elder, the Reverend Kenneth Jerome Golphin, reviewed, suc- cinctly, the new legislation from the 2008 General Conference; the expectations for a “Climactic Time” at this Annual Conference "were set, and we were ready to be taken to a Higher Level! The 141st Session of the Ken- tucky Annual Conference was called to order by our Presiding Prelate, and the roll was called. Our Chief Pastor kept us on a prayerful and spiritual path, setting the tone by introducing the new Quadrennial Theme of the African Methodist Episcopal Church: “A Great Past, A Greater Future, An Incredible Call To Serve: Influ- ence, Inheritance, Integrity and Innovation’!!! This years Connec- tional Theme “influence” became our focal-point during the Confer- ence Institute as our own Sister Renee Scott-Smith taught, “Grant Writing 101: Funding Your Min- istry” introducing the application, processes and issues pertaining to applying for a Believe Grant, so that our local churches can influ- ence their communities through funded ministries; and the Rev- erend Dr. Clement W. Fugh, our General Secretary & Chief Infor- mation Officer, taught the Confer- ence Institute, introducing the online system where the Annual Conference Pastors’ Reports are submitted and managed so we can better utilize technology to influ- ence our record keeping. The Pastor’s Reports gave us a positive testimony into what God is doing throughout the Kentucky Annual Conference: in spite of hard times, struggling memberships and the enemy on every side, the pastor and people stood to declare “We still believe!” The Committees’ Reports charged us to continue doing what the church is supposed to be doing: Going into Prisons, Being Persistent in Prayer, Taking Action to Win Souls, Being a Ser- vant like Christ, and Striving for Excellence in ALL we do! The Gates of Heaven opened up, and the Most High God poured Him- self out upon the Kentucky Annual Conference when the preachers of the Gospel led us before God’s Throne... first through the Reverend Troy Irvine Thomas who preached the Annual Sermon, "You Have What It Takes!"; then through our Sons of Allen/Nehemiah Nation preacher the Reverend MacArthur Pendleton, who asked 3 questions, “Where Art Thou?”, “Can These Bones Live?” and “Who Do They Say I Am?”; and at the Hour of Power, the Reverend Sherry Miller set us ablaze with, “It’s Time To Celebrate!” and at the Lay Witness Night, Sister Doretha Sanders (of Bethel A.M.E. Church, Campbellsville, Kentucky), minis- tered the hallelujah message, “God’s Delay Is Not God’s Denial!” And didn’t you feel the stirring of the Holy Ghost as our Young People shared with us their gifts of Praise and Thanksgiving?!! ... And didn’t our own Kentucky Annual Confer- ence “Whosoever Will” Choir bless us as they blessed the Lord with their Majestic, Magnanimous and Magnif- icent praise! A hero of the faith has been called home this Conference year, namely Brother Johnny Bonds, a member of Quinn Chapel, Lexington and a stu- dent of the Board of Examiners: Struck with cancer, which he fought with all his might, but consumed by a voice calling him to tell “the old, old story,’ he exemplified Paul’s faith, “To Live Is Christ,” and he left this world with the certainty of faith, “To Die is Gain!”... He is troubled by the pain of this world no more, heaven is his home! The Reverend Eugene Fuller, the Reverend Romiltia W. Shelton and the Reverend Cecil J. Napier, ser- vants of God and pastors of God’s People in African Methodism, requested that they might retire from the itinerancy. And though their request for Superannuation status has been “reluctantly” approved by this Annual Conference, let us not forget their contribution to Christ’s Church and the positive influence that their pastoral and teaching ministry will have for generations to come, such as the Reverend Cecil Napier’s retire- ment message to this Annual Confer- ence, “Take a Bucket of Honey with You Wherever You Go!” The Conference was blessed to elect and : ..Continued on p10 READER RESPONSE TO EDITORIAL AND OTHER ISSUES To the Editor Let me first congratulate you on your re-election. You are doing an excel- lent job and I pray that God will continue to enable and empower you, I thank you for all of the coverage that you provided on the 48th Ses- sion of our General Conference. I was in St. Louis from 7/1 thru 7/12 and still not able to witness everything. Your coverage provided all of the missing links and provided information that I shared with my congrega- tion and others via email. The coverage provided by The Afro-American was excellent. Thank you for sharing and I will be doing likewise. The Rey. Tim Timmons Finance Administrator Tenth Episcopal District 4347 South Hampton Road Suite 245 Dallas, Texas To the Editor Thank you once again my brother for your accurate reporting of the activities of the General Conference. It reminds me of the many years that I had been either a delegate or an alternate. When you have been a part of the policy-making of the A.M.E. Church, a feeling of loneliness creeps in when you realize, in time, that you are an “outsider looking in.” I did not have the finances to travel to St. Louis, but thanks to you I have the blessed opportunity to know what is going on daily with your excellent reporting of events. Should I be alive when the next General Conference convenes I may be both physi- cally and financially able to be in attendance, and from an observant seat somewhere in the auditorium reminisce of the by-gone days when I was a true part of the policy-making of the Church of Allen, the Church of Jesus Christ, and yes.... the Church of my Choice for forty-two years of Services for God, Country and whatever community my Bishop assigned at the Annual Conference. God bless you my brother, please keep on being the eyes and witness of what the next progressive advancement and/or landmark this General Conference will bring. The Rev. Dr. Harry D. Pierson To the Editor Thanks a million: Yours e-mail coverage of the General Conference was greatly appre- ciated. I waited in anticipation to get the daily reports. Your reports made me feel like I was there at the conference. Thanks for a job well done. Your report of the assignment really made me happy because Alabama received our son home; Bishop James L. Davis. Because of your daily reports and receiving a son to come home, it was a blessing to me. Keep up the good work and may God bless and keep you is my prayer. Edna J. Hatcher, Birmingham, Ala To the Editor RE: Editorial — Two Books - A Must Read for Pastors: Bob Briner's book on the Management techniques of Jesus is available on www.amazon.com. Judge Ted R. Newman Metropolitan AME Church Washington, DC To the Editor RE: Editorial — Two Books - A Must Read for Pastors: God bless you for the work you do with the Christian Recorder. As an FYI.... copies of the abovementioned book (Briner) may be found at abe- books.com. It is an excellent site for locating hard-to-find books. I bought the complete 13-volume set of the old Interpreter's Bible at this site for $98 (incl. s/h). It was in mint condition. This site was extremely useful to me as I progressed through the seminary and the Board of Examiners. I hope it may bless you and others similarly. The Rev. Andra D'Etta Hoxie First AME Church, Manassas To the Editor RE: Editorial - The Inwardness and the Outwardness of Worship I am always very proud any time one refer- Continued on p9 SSS eaeeerereornr ===== DSC03970.JPG ===== 8 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 A CALL TO ACTION: more arrican AMERICAN MISSIONARIES NEEDED By Richard Coleman, Director of Mobilization and Candidacy, The Mission Society The Mission Society, an Atlanta-based, non-denominational missionary sending agency, has one of the highest percentages of African Amer- ican long-term missionaries of any traditional missionary sending agency in the United States. With three African American missionaries out of 225 full-time missionaries in 32 countries, The Mission Society has an African American missionary population of 1.33 percent. As much as we'd like to feel proud about it, that small percentage is really nothing to boast about. Many American missionary sending agencies and ethnic groups around the world are asking the question: “Where are the African American missionaries, and where is the African American Church?” The Mission Society, founded in 1984 in the Wesleyan tradition, is using its resources and personnel to address this dilemma. While The Mission Society is a predominantly Caucasian sending agency, it invests a great deal of personnel and resources in mobilizing non- Caucasian individuals and churches. From Brazilians to Kenyans, The Mission Society works globally to mobilize the whole Church to take the whole Gospel to the whole world. In addition, The Mission Society sends representatives to a number of historically black colleges and universi- ties to recruit and mentor students, and to several churches to equip their members for local and international mission. The primary motivation for raising up a more diverse missionary sending force is not for diversity’s sake. Rather the motivation is to encourage the entire Church to play its role in advancing God’s Kingdom. At The Mission Society, we’ve begun to reframe the issue of missions and mobilization this way: It’s not a matter of if you’re called, but how. If you’re ready to help answer that question and want to learn more about The Mission Society, becoming a missionary or hosting a missions workshop at your church, please call 1.800.478.8963 or visit us online at www.themissionsociety.org. SENDING MISSIONARIES TO AFRICA AND BEYOND KNIGHTS MONUMENTAL A.M.E. CHURCH By Richard Coleman, Director of Mobilization and Candidacy, The Mission Society CELEBRATES 2008 LAY DAY On Sunday, August 24, 2008 at 3:30 p.m., Knights Monumental, Stockbridge, Georgia celebrated their Annual Lay Day with Annette S. Curry, President of the Atlanta North Georgia Conference Lay Organization, as the keynote speaker. The theme for the program was “Unity in the Body of Christ” with Ephesians 4:1-6 as the referenced scripture. She gave a phenomenal speech encouraging the laity and pastor to work together by serving God, church, community and each other. Annette Curry is a member of St. Phillips A.M.E. Church and has been elected to various offices including president and vice president in several organizations at St. Phillips. Annette received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Spanish/English from Morris Brown College and her “Mrs.” degree from Alonzo. They have one son, A. Chevez, and two granddaughters, Breyonna and Arianna. Also included on the program was Alice Watson, President, South Atlanta District. She did an excellent job introducing Annette Curry with grace and humor. Samuel Humphrey, President of Knights Monumental Lay Organi- zation, presented the “Lay Person of the Year” award to Mildred E. Reed. “The presentation was a total shock,” stated Mildred Reed. She was very humbled and ecstatically pleased to receive the award. Sister Mildred Reed % INCREDIBLY INFORMATIVE | MASTERFULLY WR eos anerrective | | §$P]RITUALLY EQUIPPING SERVANT LEADER IN THE CHURCH? RIGHT ON -PASBSGtEe Grecory G. M. INGRAM Gregory G. M. Ingram is the 118th elected and consecrated Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. For more than three decades, he has provided outstanding leadership as a preacher, teacher, and lecturer, with a particular expertise in stewardship. Founded in 1984 in the Wesleyan tradition, The Mission Society recruits, trains, and sends Christian missionaries to minister around the world. At pre- sent, The Mission Society has more than 225 missionaries in 32 countries. The Mission Society works to understand the cultures of the countries served, so Mission Society teams can communicate in culturally appro- priate ways. We help train personnel in effectively communicating the Gospel cross-culturally. Our global focus has a deep presence in African countries including Ghana, where we have been serving for more than 20 years in areas such as children’s ministry and nutrition programs for malnourished children, church planting and medical ministries. We’ ve been serving in Kenya for four years in similar areas, as well as the AIDS orphans ministry and housing program. We connect those called to cross-cultural ministry to areas around the world where the Lord has opened doors for us to minister to people’s phys- ical and spiritual needs. Our passion is helping individuals and churches realize their God-given vision. The Mission Society emphasizes entrepreneurship in ministry, providing ser- vices that help our missionaries become effective in ministry. We provide extensive training and preparation, counseling, prayer support, and centralized services to simplify missionary life. Our accountants track ministry funds, pro- vide health insurance, offer pension plans, and ...Continued on p9 Church leadership must surmount and undo emerging ideologies and ideas of leadership that are currently practiced and are in vogue today. Few topics have been __People Are Saying... _ Bishop Gregory Ingram has written an incredibly SAT MANUZ more studied and written informative, insightful, and inspiring book for new g i - a about than the transformation members and others who want to understand the ( ‘eo a) i and leadership style of Jesus. church. From beginning to end this book captures your AER IG AN M 1] HODISM attention and keeps you wanting to learn more. His Sect nd Pan creative and unique approach to helping people learn about being a Christian and African Methodism is an excellent tool for pastors and churches to use. ] $ l = OO ~ Bishop Philip R. Cousin, Sr., Senior Bishop on ¥, . The $.A.T. Manual for African Methodism is a gift to ANB the church. 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Not just a book of the ae STAND bridging theory and practice so we might build up the body of Christ in African Methodism. present but a book that leads to a great CHURCH future...Should be in the home of every A.M.E ippil i) i i ers including: for their spiritual well-being eee eth Equipping the Saints for Service explores this dynamic and others including: 3 re br Dart B. Ingram, Executive Director 4 * The biblical model for leadership AMEC Christian Education Department Gre + Traits and qualifications for servant leadership Order Your Copy Today! GOrY G. M. INGRAM + Leadership expectations, action and principles Call AMEC Sunday School Union * The seven S’s of leadership (214) 333-2632 or (615) 256-5882 ===== DSC03971.JPG ===== > 2 22,2 i : SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 9 ene nn ANS ...From Editorial on p2... able with preachers and stewards who beg Sunday after Sunday. Preachers and stewards who have to beg may not have developed an effective stew ardship strategy for their ministry. And as an aside, we need to stop com them; and church members are uncomfort plaining about what we don’t have; complaining does not inspire people, it discourages people. It may be that additional training is needed. If a church finds itself stuck in financial paralysis, it might be time for the pastor, along with the church leadership to ask the presiding elder or the presiding bishop to provide training for the local church or even for the presiding elder district. There should be no shame in asking for help. Too often, many pastors feel that they have to “run the race alone”; and they shouldn’t have to do so. Every community has resources and being “educated” is knowing where to find help. There are bigger ministry issues in which we should be involving our churches, such as HIV/AIDS, family issues, crime, youth and chil- dren issues, issues around foreclosures, joblessness and unemploy- ment, high fuel costs, excessive high school dropout rates, especially of black Americans; excessive numbers of incarcerated black Ameri- cans; global issues such as violence in Rwanda; ending genocide in Darfur; and the pandemic of HIV/AIDS in Sub-Sahara Africa. Local churches in the United States should be concerned and commit them- selves in helping the Connectional Church in providing educational and religious materials in the indigenous languages of our members in Episcopal Districts 14-20; that might be a great project for some of your youth groups. Ministry is huge and expansive and it should be more than “getting our praise on” or “getting a whoop” at the end of a sermon. Ministry is larger than, “Didn’t Reverend really preach!” Ministry is bigger than the choir and choir practices, bigger than the usher board or what colors we are going to wear. All of us need to re-read the Mission and Purpose of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and commit ourselves to it. Bishops, gen- eral officers, connectional officers, chaplains, presiding elders, pastors, stewards, trustees, Sunday School teachers, members both young and old need to read it and understand it and collectively live it. If we, with commitment and faithfulness, even in these austere times, fulfilled the Mission and Purpose of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the money would come and we probably wouldn’t have to beg for it because ministry is more than raising money. _.From Sending Missionaries to Africa and Beyond on pé... transfer funds internationally. Our membership in the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability gives donors the assurance of financial integrity and accountability. The Mission Society doesn’t seek to micro-manage mission- aries, but provides the logistical and decision support to help them thrive as they follow God’s call. The Mission Society receives no denominational funding and is not asso- ciated with any one denomination. Its church ministry department provides seminars, workshops, and mentoring for congregations in the United States and overseas, helping equip churches for strategic outreach in their own communities and throughout the world. For more information about The Mission Society, call 1.800.478.8963 or visit www.themissionsociety.org. THE A.M.E. GENERAL CONFERENCE HAS PASSED INTO HISTORY, BUT THERE IS STILL WORK TO BE DONE By “Dr. Jamye Coleman Williams The historic 48th session of the A.M.E. General Conference has passed into history. Three new bishops have been elected, and all bishops have been assigned. The WMS is preparing for its Execu- tive Meeting, as is the Connectional Lay Organization. In December the General Board will soon bring us together again. In other words, the Church is “back to business as usual” as it begins a new quadrennium. While we are about our activities as a Church, while the internal problems and issues command our attention, I would gravely remind us that the external world--the one that ought to greatly concern us-- does demand our attention as well. The mission of our Church--and more importantly the Great Commission--requires us to be con- cerned about the least of these. The condition of our country at this juncture in history makes it evident that we cannot be concerned only about our problems as individuals, as organizations, and as the Church. My passion at this moment is the upcoming Presidential election. At this historic time all of us -- Democrats, Independents, and Republicans -- should realize the importance of casting our vote in the November election. I, therefore, call upon our leaders to vig- orously utilize the genius of our system--from the bishop to the pre- ...From Reader Responses on p7... ences Dr. Howard Thurman as he is my uncle by marriage. I never met him but I was fortunate to meet his wife "Aunt Sue” in her later years, I've come to Know so much about him and his ministry in the last ten years or so, I'll be sure to forward this to his daughter, Olive Wong. Be blessed, Janice Brown To the Editor This comes to say thank you for how you are keeping us informed in everything that is happening in our church and in world today. The General Conference coverage was outstanding, I was in St Louis and you didn't miss a beat. Peace and Joy, Edna Martin To the Editor RE: Mentors Are Essential to Successful Ministry: As I read and reflected on the many ministers and chaplains and their wives who had a powerful impact on your life and ministry, I think of my own. While I have been in the ministry a short 17 years, I remember pas- tors and laymen in my home church, Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church in Panama City, Florida. Persons like the Rev. Dr. F.C. Griffin, Jr. who baptized me and my 11 siblings. He was the only pastor I knew for 18 years; a strong preacher, pastor, and teacher. I remember my Sunday school teachers, Iona Davis, Sharon Shivers, Alverna Smith who taught me all the way thru school, from the Catechism of Faith, to lessons on life in senior class, as well as on YPD events. I remember Stewards like Elton Byrd who taught me how to pray, read scripture, and line hymns during prayer meeting. As a young licentiate being under the leadership of Bishops Vinton R. Anderson, Vernon B. Byrd, and John R. Bryant, my father inaministry; Presiding Elder Finney, Si.; Presiding. Elder George (Tookie) Reed; Presiding Elder Booker Guyton; Chap- lain Carroll Chambliss; my first year instructor, Chaplain (Colonel) John DeVeaux; my dean of ministers, Dr. Kelvin Calloway and all of the pastors of the then Kansas-Nebraska Conference. It was experiences like these that caused me to follow God's will and minister in the church I love; serve in churches during seminary, rebuilding Christian education programs in Greater Allen A.M.E. and Trinity A.M.E., energizing persons in the work of evangelism. Presently, I pastor the Gospel Service at Eglin AFB. There are 17 lay ministers, 14 ordained under my leadership. I have poured every ounce of my soul in mentoring and teaching them the importance of servant leader- ship in ministry. While this is not an A.M.E. congregation, they are God's people, and they are sometimes peculiar people. Yes, they at times become rattlesnakes when asked to move in a new direction. I still love them. Your story has inspired me to continue the work of God in my Air Force ministry and when I retire I will resume my pastoral ministry in the African Methodist Episcopal Church; the Church that I love. You are a true mentor, inspiration, and an even better Editor. *Chaplain Shawn Menchion is assigned at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida siding elder, to the pastor, to the class leader, to the individual member--and engage us in voter education, voter registration, and “set out the vote.” There are enough members of the Church to make a real differ- ence. We will, however, have to wholeheartedly exercise the power of our leadership. No half-hearted, by-the-way announcements with no follow-up will suffice. We need at this time to make a concerted effort to reach all unregistered voters in our community. We need to urge them to register--even escorting them. We need to make a uni- fied effort to see that all registered voters go to the polls on November 4--even providing transportation, if necessary. Let’s all pull together and make a difference in this 2008 election! *Dr, Jamye Coleman Williams ts a retired General Officer of the A.M.E. Church ===== DSC03972.JPG ===== 10 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 NEW FACILITY TO ADDRESS MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL STUDENT HEALTH Prominent Paul Quinn women participate in jail fundraiser to support new counseling center DALLAS — Women for Paul Quinn members will become “partners in crime” to raise money for Paul Quinn College’s new mental health counseling center. Family, friends and corporate partners “bailed out” community and church leaders, authors and other well-known women who will voluntarily surrendered their freedom to raise $20,000. Volunteers walked on the wrong side of the law from 11 a.m. to | p.m. at the Plano-based Mil- lennium Jaguar dealership, 4422 W. Plano Parkway. “The real crime would be not supporting the new Paul Quinn College counseling center, ‘Healing for the Journey,” said Paul Quinn President Michael Sorrell. Students placed a high priority on bringing mental health services to campus in a college survey conducted last spring. “For Paul Quinn to produce well-rounded and strong servant leaders, we must ensure we address not only the students’ academic and spiritual needs but their mental health requirements as well,” he said. Paul Quinn received a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association, in con- junction with the Morehouse School of Medicine, to fund the center. The school is looking to raise funds to cover operating costs, which are expected to run roughly $20,000 annually. Some of the women who participated include: the Rev. Dr. Jessica Kendall Ingram of Dallas, 10th Episcopal District Supervisor; Dr. Jacqueline Cobbin of Houston, a past Miss Bishop Col- lege; Dr. Monica A. Coleman of San Francisco, the author of Mental Health Advocate and an African Methodist Episcopal Church Itinerate Elder; Tawnicia Ferguson Rowan of Miami, author and editor of several books and daughter of the late Honorable Wilkie Ferguson, and Julia Simon of Dallas, an attorney for Mary Kay Cosmetics. “I want every student to feel they have a safe space on campus where they can go and not be judged and experience beauty, serenity and guidance,” said event organizer and Paul Quinn Trustee Christal Jackson, who also needed to rustle up some bail money. The center’s doors opened August 25 to coincide with the start of the school year, with an official opening ceremony taking place Sept. 18. “Women for Paul Quinn” is composed of past graduates and college supporters. The non- profit group regularly adopts special interest projects, although the group plans to make this fundraiser an annual event. For more information, call Paul Quinn College at 214.302.3515 or visit http://www.pgc.edu. Donations will be accepted. About Paul Quinn College Paul Quinn College is a four-year private, liberal arts institution. Founded in Austin, Texas in 1872 by a small group of African Methodist Episcopal Church ministers, the College became the oldest historically black college west of the Mississippi River. Paul Quinn is fully accredited by The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and is one of the thirty-nine member institutions of The United Negro College Fund (UNCF). It was recently selected as the Tom Joyner Foundation School of the Month for April 2007. Our mission statement The mission of the College is to provide a quality, faith-based education that addresses the academic, social, and Christian development of students and prepares them to be servant leaders and agents of change in their communities. 909 From Presiding Elder on p6... education is the way forward in today’s world. Secular educa- tion needs to be linked with Christian education so our faith keeps pace with our mind. There is nothing wrong with the A.M.E. Church. Yes, she has weaknesses as do all churches, but her strengths and possibilities far outweigh the problems. We need to trust in the Holy Spirit to lead us to doing our part to strengthen our faith, our church, and the universal Christian community. The A.M.LE. Church has a special calling and mission to the African American community in the United States and around the world. That is true and incontrovertible. However, she cannot serve the Black community without addressing the needs of the greater community. Both Black and White communities need to understand and address this real situation. Rev. Sawtelle has served as president of the Merrimack Valley Branch NAACP. The greater community is facing three vital challenges. The first is intellectual issues in the Christian faith and the Western tradition caused by recent scientific and philosophical develop- ments. The second is the spiritual attack on our faith by Islam. And the third is the intellectual attack on our faith by scientism and materialism. Rey. Sawtelle as part of his education ministry has written two ground-breaking books addressing these crucial issues: The GOD Who Relates: African-American Trinitarian The- ology; The Complex One and The Simple One; Relational Christianity and Absolute Islam in Today’s World. He is currently working on a third book: Beyond Evolution; Christianity, Sci- ence, and Philosophy Today. These ground-breaking books step into the vacuum created by the sterile debate between fundamentalism, liberalism, and materialism to demonstrate the real power of relational Christianity to meet the needs of today’s world. They can be purchased through Amazon.com or his website, http://www.rightrelates.org. WE DEFINE OURSELVES BY HOW WE HANDLE OUR NEEDS AND OUR WANTS By *The Rev. N.T. Pitts It is reasonable for us to assume that most of our frustrations, most of our financial problems, most of our physical health problems such as high blood pressure, and nervous breakdowns are all the result of our pursuit to fulfill our wants and not our needs. : ings *t need to : We spend money we haven't got, to buy things we don’t n Continued on p11 ..From The 141" Session on p7... ordain three new Itinerant Deacons in the persons of the Reverend Revonda Bright,.. the Reverend Sharon Johnson... and the Reverend Stephanie May Raglin; and one new Local Deacon in the person of the Reverend Etolia Carolyn White; and to set the moment in time, the Reverend Dr. Clement W. Fugh, the General Secretary/Chief Information Officer of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, preached with power the Ordi- nation Sermon, “A Series of Unfortunate Events!” One of our own, a son of the Kentucky Annual Conference, with a proven track record and a leader in his own right, the Reverend Dr. Robert A. Strode, announced his intention to seek “the highest office in the land!” He has set his sights on the Episcopacy and with the support of this 141st Session of the Kentucky Annual Conference his campaign is in full thrust toward the Bishopric! May the Lord God Almighty bless his endeavor and have favor on his servant in 2012! We’ve been given our Marching Orders... the way has been made clear... our Bishop has been to the mountain top and brought us the Word from above... a message for every pastor, parishioner and community...: “You Can Do it... God Can Help!” Asking, “What Kind of Church Do You Want,’ but recog- nizing that the real question is, “What Kind of Church Does God Want?” Host Pastor Ralph Boyd Smith, Sister Yvonne Smith and the congregation and com- munity of Historic Saint Peter African Methodist Episcopal Church of Harrodsburg, Kentucky are to be given the Highest Com- mendations, for they hosted this 141st Session in the finest fashion, making us feel Highly Favored... like we was “some’n special!” In. 2007 we all wondered, “Who would host in 2008?” And look who stepped up!!! With a whole lot of faith and a spiritually positive attitude, Saint Peter Harrodsburg stepped up to the plate... and when the first pitch was thrown ... they hit it out of the park!!! They went above and beyond, making Bishop and Supervisor McKenzie, Presiding Elder and First Lady Golphin, and every pastor, min- ister, delegate, honored guest, and visitor who walked through their doors feel welcome and at home. May God continue to bless their community and their ministry! And the Church shouted, “Home-Run!” The new Presiding Elder has truly been “tried by fire”... but the vision, wisdom and tenacity of the Reverend Kenneth Jerome Golphin has truly proven to be the kind of leadership the Kentucky Annual Conference needed! He, together with the first lady of the Lexington Dis- trict, Sister Dianna Golphin, has prepared for and hosted his first Annual Conference as Pre- siding Elder with style and finesse! Our hope and prayer is for their swift return, sO we can continue the work they’ve begun!!! The Kentucky Annual Conference is Tray- eling Forward, and Moving Upward!!! Because We Know that Every Round Goes... “Higher, and Higher!” We’ve been charged up for the work and are ready to be the Dis- ciples whom God has called us to BE! Our Leadership has taken the lead! The issuance of Believe Grants to the Reverend Stephanie May Raglin for theological education, the Reverend Sharon Johnson for theological education, and Saint Matthew, Midway, for General Support, are evidence that the Church is giving back Continued on p11 ae ===== DSC03973.JPG ===== SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 11 ..From p93... «wwe Annual Conference Schedules OCTOBER 7-11, 2008 Clarksville, TN 3704( WEST TENNESSEE ANNUAL CONFERENCE (931) 647-4703 Saint James A.M.E. Church The Rev. De $ U. Lawsoi 600 4th St Memphis, TN 38107 (901) 525-6017 The Rev. Walter W. Reid, Jr, Host Pastor The Rev. Robert C. Finch, Host PE The Rev. Linda Martin, Assoc. PE pastors, host pastors Host PE Assoc. PE ee ee : ihe nev. hobert Kees The Rev. Troy Merritt NOVEMBER 6-8, 2008 THIRTEENTH DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING OCTOBER 21-25, 2008 TENNESSEE ANNUAL CONFERENCE St. Peter A.M.E. Church and Clarksville Area Churches 519 Franklin St St. Paul A.M.E. Church 251 N. Upper St Lexington, KY 40507 (859) 255-7945 The Rev. Troy Thomas, Host Pastor The Rev. Kenneth Golphin, Host PE the online edition is free. ...From The 141° on p10... and providing resources to help our local churches and congregations to do ministry. So let the Kentucky Annual Conference declare, “We’re ready!” Ready to influence our church, ready to influence our communities, and ready to influence our world! In the Kentucky Annual Conference, we’re ready!!! And so, when all was said and done, when the appointments were read and all were hopefully satisfied, definitely edified and certainly, spiritually electrified; and when we have adjourned “Sine Die,” that our prayer is, “Lord, help us to be agents of influence!” and “Lord, help us to run on and see what the end will be!”; and that the Kentucky Annual Conference has made up it’s mind to “Build The Kind Of Church That God Wants His Church To Be!” ... “With God’s help, we can do it!” *Pastor William R. T. Hale is the Pastor of Saint Paul A.M.E. Church in Richmond, Kentucky and serves as the Chief Secretary of the Kentucky Annual Conference and Chairperson of the Resolutions Committee _ The appointments at the 141st Session of the Kentucky Annual Conference: Bishop Vashti M. McKenzie made the following Pastoral Appoint- ments, with the Supply Appointments given by the Presiding Elder: The Reverend Kenneth J. Golphin — Presiding Elder of the Lexington District eThe Reverend Troy |. Thomas — Saint Paul, Lexington The Reverend Everett Hobson — Quinn Chapel, Lexington eThe Reverend Robert A. Strode — Saint John, Frankfort The Reverend William C. Jenkins — Saint James, Danville The Reverend James E. Smith — Saint Paul, Versailles The Reverend William R. T. Hale — Saint Paul, Richmond The Reverend Antonio Q. Stuckey — Saint James, Cynthiana eThe Reverend Wink Sweat — Saint James, Covington eThe Reverend Terrance J. Cato — Shorter Chapel, Paris (supply) eThe Reverend Joshua C. Hale — Davis Chapel, Somerset The Reverend Sherry Miller — Saint Matthew, Midway eThe Reverend Ralph Boyd Smith — Saint Peter, Harrodsburg eThe Reverend Fred Harris — Bethel, Stanford eThe Reverend MacArthur Pendleton — Bethel, Campbellsville eThe Reverend A.D. Reed — Barnes Temple, Elsmere The Reverend Kelvin Robinson — Saint John, Monticello eThe Reverend Richard Watts — Saint James, Ashland eThe Reverend Wanda Ryan — Saint Andrew, Winchester eThe Reverend Robert Taylor — Saint John, Greenup (supply) The Reverend Kelvin Robinson — Mount Zion, Frazier ¢The Reverend Avis Thompson — Saint Paul, Manchester (supply) eThe Reverend Everhart Walker — Allen Chapel, Moreland The Reverend Revonda Bright - Wayman Chapel, Barbourville (supply) eThe Reverend James H. Stowe — Wayman Chapel, Georgetown eThe Reverend Stephanie M. Raglin — Craig Chapel, Salvisa (supply) eThe Reverend Linda Murray — Perkins Chapel, Wilmore (supply) eThe Reverend Sharon W. Johnson — Wilson Chapel, Parksville (supply) eBrother Jeffery G. Washington — Jacobs Chapel, Turnersville (supply) The Reverend Kenneth J. Golphin moved that the Conference be closed sine die. The Reverend Troy I. Thomas seconded the motion. The motion carried and so rested the 141st Session of the Kentucky Annual Conference. 0 0 O -ANNOUNCEMENT= 4 You can access The Christian Recorder online by going to www.the-christian-recorder.org or you may subscribe to The Christian Recorder. The subscription to The advantage of subscribing to The Christian Recorder online is that you will receive Breaking News of the Church and also detailed “news forwards.” FIFTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH OCTOBER 2-5, 2008 CAPE ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 1, 2008 WMS CONVENTION Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church, Piketberg The Rey. Adonis Booyse, Host Pastor The Rev. Shane M. Appollis, Host PE DECEMBER 12-14, 2008 FIFTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING CPUT Bellville South Campus BISHOP WILFRED JACOBUS MESSIAH ...From News From on p65... the 9th Episcopal District Youth Choir sung with praises and adoration to almighty God. The young people expressed the various talents of their gifts through music, dance and acting. The preacher of the evening was the Reverend Kendra Jacobs, the Pastor of Salem Chapel A.M.E. Church, Salem, Alabama; she preached from the subject, “Still I Stand No Matter What, Here I Am!” Her text came from | Corinthians 10:13. After her sermon, a total of 57 young people gave there lives to Christ and then after the choir sung, the people shouted, danced and clapped their hands out of their seats into the aisles of the sanctuary. Bishop and Mother Davis gave their final remarks and the benediction was given. After the service, the Stellar Award Artist, “Like Paul” gave a concert for all of the young people and the whole church and it was crunk. In the end, you can say that the 9th Episcopal District was “Crunk 4 Christ.” We are crunk to have a new bishop. We are Crunk 4 Jesus and what he is going to do. The Congress ended with a charge and that charge is to stick with God and let him lead you and guide you in every direction. * Brother Kelvin J. Anthony, a teenager, is the Associate Minister of Ward Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Bessemer, Alabama. 400 ...From We Define on p10... impress people we can’t stand. And when trouble comes we pray and expect God to bail us out. How much space would you need if you got rid of all of the things in your house you really didn’t need? Paul wrote to the Philippians, “God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (4:19). Paul was writing to church folk. How many suits, pairs of shoes, hats, shirts and trousers do you really need? Do you need the expensive jewelry, diamonds, etc? How many automobiles do you need? You can only prove your superiority if you could drive more than one at a time. Many of us believe that we must “make a statement” and cars and things help us to make statements. Some of us believe that our “wants” are needed to define who we are. Our closets are crammed with clothes and shoes we will never wear; some still have tags on them. Some of us are like the foolish farmer. People are murdering their whole families and committing suicide; all because they cannot get or maintain their wants. Politicians and CEO’s destroy their careers because of their unethical shrewdness in trying to acquire wealth. Some people, and including some church folk, have brought disgrace on their families by their greed which resulted in failure; and they have to live with that for the rest of their lives. Yes, it is without a doubt; greed will grind you into grits. But we must let grace, not greed rule our lives. We come into this world with nothing and we will leave the same way that we came into the world. Paul also stated, “Not that I speak in respect of want; for I have learned, in what- soever state I am, therewith to be content.” (Philippians 4:11). This does not infer nor does it approve laziness. But we must not allow our wants to overshadow our need. So don’t let your greed make you gritty. *The Rev. N.T. Pitts is a retried A.M.E. pastor who lives in Eatonville, Florida (11th Episcopal district) OOO —SSS ===== DSC03974.JPG ===== 12 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 THE 46TH ANNUAL JAMES A.M.E MEN'’S CHURCH IN DAY AT. ST. DENTON, A legacy of firsts was celebrated and continued when the second oldest church in Denton County and only African Methodist Episcopal Church in Denton, Texas: 133 year old St. James A.M.E. Church, where the Rev. Dr, Sherryl A. Matlock is pastor, observed its 46th Annual Men’s Day with precedent setting speakers highlighting the Sunday, August 17, 2008, Morning and Afternoon Worship Services. Bringing with him a family and 19 years of experience, Denton’s first African American Fire Department Official, Captain Quentin Brown, a native of the Katrina-ravaged New Orleans, Louisiana area, spoke during the Morning Worship Service emphasizing the impor- tance of having and prioritizing and enduring relationships and allegiance, first to God, next to family and friends, and then to the workplace. He charged us to know who we are and to not forget where we came from; but rather to always return to our beginnings and give some- thing back to the community. Chief Roy Minter, Jr., Denton’s first African American Chief of Police, a native of Detroit, Michigan and a dedicated father with 25 years of prior police work in the Houston, Texas and Aurora, Colorado Police Departments gave the afternoon Keynote Address. He focused on the need for every community in Denton to work together to help toward ending the down- ward spiraling of our youth, particularly our young African American men who tend to grav- itate toward such infamous choices as drugs, street crimes, and other acts of violence which often result in dismal features, incarceration, or death. Because of such men of valor who by their accomplishments serve as role models to show by example how setting goals, putting forth effort, and being determined can bring about sat- isfying rewards; St. James A.M.E. Church and its men continue its legacy of recognizing precedence and perpetuating the faith through service to God and to man. Indeed, our church TEXAS motto: God our Father, Man our Brother, and Christ our Redeemer was exemplified. Sister Cassandra J. Jones-Reporting St. James A.M.E. Church Public Relations Chairperson _ THE MARION DISTRICT OF THE SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AT WORK - RECLAIMING, | REAFFIRMING, REVISITING: THE VISION ‘The Nation District Christian Education Conference was held May 30-31, 2008, under the dynamic leadership of Presiding Elder Dr. William Smith, Jr. The Conference convened at Bethel AMEC, Bethel Britton Neck, Britton Neck, South Carolina, where Rev. R. L. Brown serves as Pastor, Bro. Charles R. Graves (host, Christian Education Director) and Sister Miranda Davis, Assistant Director, Christian Education Director. The Conference theme: “Reclaiming, Reaffirming, Revisiting: The Vision,” background scripture Habakkuk 2:2-4. The Conference was well planned and orga- nized by the Marion District Christian Educa- tion Board (Dean-Reyv. Matthew Furness, Assistant Dean-Rev. Jonathan Greene, Assis- tant Christian Education Director-Brother Ricardo Washington, Members-Rev. R.L. Brown, Rev. Donnie McBride, Sis. Pamela Williams and Sis. Shirley Jones, Christian Education Director Sis. Phyllis Reaves and Presiding Elder William Smith, Jr. The Con- ference proved to be an extraordinary experi- ence, involving youth and adults of all ages. The Marion District has taken a pivotal role in educating and equipping members to become stronger, more knowledgeable disciples by providing informative training sessions. The Conference opened on Friday evening with the worship experience. The hour of power proved to be electrifying and soul stir- ring, as Rev. Dr. Charles Young, President of Allen University, Columbia, South Carolina delivered the message in accordance with the conference theme, “Reclaiming, Reaffirming, Revisiting: The Vision.” Dr. Young’s chal- lenging subject was, “People of Vision,” sup- ported by Isaiah 6:1-6. Dr. Young emphasized, “You either manage change or become a victim of change. People with a vision are able to manage change, and nquer adversity. Recognition of that ability coupled with resources creates ABSA A powerful, yet thought provoking message. The William Smith, Jr. Voices of Praise echoed the goodness of Jesus through the ministry of music. On Saturday, participants were encouraged - to expand their leadership ability, and properly organize effective functional ministries / orga- nizations. Nine informative training sessions were offered for the clergy, christian education directors/church school superintendent, lay Organization, Missionaries/YPD, DMC, Sons of Allen, Health Ministry, and Youth Ministry (Mime and Step), and RAYAC. At the conclusion of the training sessions, all attendees reassembled for a powerful plenary session led by Sister Kabrina Bass, the 7th Episcopal District Christian Education Director, entitled: “There is Strength in Unity.” Sister Bass emphasized the importance of one- ness and unity within the A.M.E. church. The Conference concluded with a panel discussion, with Rev. Dr. William Smith, Jr, along with workshop presenters. The panel discussion entitled, “Where Do We Go from Here?” The discussion offered departing direction and instruction for the District, endowing attendees with the necessary tools of empowerment to go back to the local church with a new “Vision.” The Marion District is an inclusive District of dedicated pastors and laity, working together for the cause of Christ, under the dynamic leadership of Rev. Dr. William Smith, Jr. and Mrs. Angela Hawthorne Smith. To God be the Glory for an educational, fruitful, and spirit-filled Conference. Respectfully Submitted, Ms. Phyllis Reaves, Christian Education Director The Rev. Matthew Furness, Dean of Chris- tian Education The Rev. Jonathan Greene, Assistant Dean of Christian Education ..From BISHOP DAVID DANIELS FOLLOW-UP ON EPISCOPAL PRAYER REQUEST: CHRISTOPHER BYRD, SON OF BISHOP AND MRS. BYRD Bishop and Mrs. Vernon R. Byrd extends gratitude to the bishops of the Church and all of African Methodism for the many prayers of petition issued on behalf of their son Christopher; for the many telephone calls received; cards of encouragement received; and for other acts of compassion and caring. Christopher’s condition is improving. However, Bishop and Mrs. Byrd request your continued prayers for their son, Christopher. THANK YOU FROM THE STAN MCKENZIE FAMILY I (we) would like to thank Bishop and Supervisor David (Irene) Daniels, P-E. Allen Parrott, the Rev. Dr. Ronnie Brailsford, the Rey. Cryor, and the host of other A.M.E. pas- tors, ministers, and laypersons in South Car- olina who surprised us by attending the funeral of my big brother. We are thankful for all of the courtesies we received... the care and concerns of the Connectional family. You didn't have to do it, but you did. Thanks again. Stan McKenzie and Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie and consecrated bishop, Daniels plans i. open a new school in Liberia, West Africa in January. “It will be a model school,” he points out. “It will be a community hall and a church on Sunday mornings.” It is part of Daniels’ “full ministry” there: “We are doing evangelism by providing clean -water (by building new wells in the villages), providing a school for their children, a com- munity hall where we can meet and talk, and a church on Sunday mornings where they can worship their God and souls can be saved,” he concludes. 900 MONUMENTAL A.M.E. STOCKBRIDGE, GEORGIA CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY The members of Knights Monumental A.M.E. Church, 224 Red Oak Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281 will be celebrating our 50th Church Anniversary on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. The preacher for the hour will be Rev. Kenneth E. Marcus, Senior Pastor of Turner Chapel A.M.E., Marietta, GA 30060. Everyone is invited to help us celebrate this most important year in our church history. For further information, you may con- tact E. Monique Johnson, Chairperson, Church Anniversary Committee at 404- 216-3435 or Mildred E. Reed, Committee member at 678-289-1775. oe ne eee Oo swnwewsaesrs_—o
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  ===== DSC03931.JPG ===== ! MAR 1 8 2008 ECEUW i& THE OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE AFRIC CHRISTIAN VOL. 157, NO. 12 Chaplain Brown Addresses Students at Edward Waters College On January 28th, Chaplain David R. Brown had_ the opportunity to address stu- dents at Edward Waters Col- lege regarding the unique ministry of the Navy Chaplain. Chaplain Brown, who is currently stationed in Atlanta, GA, serves as a chaplain program officer for Navy Recruiting Region East. Chaplain Brown was hosted by the Rev. D. Lovett Sconiers, JD, MDIV, who serves as the Director of Campus Ministry, Chaplain and Professor of Religion for the college. The students from the Introduction to Bib- lical Studies were shown a video presentation about navy chaplains followed by a brief period of questions & answers. After the presentation, the students asked a range of questions about chaplain ministry as well as military pay and benefits, deployment, family life, and travel. “I started out in ministry as the Pastor of a local church,” Chaplain Brown said, “and I really enjoyed it. Continued on p11 ___ Special Weather Report A.M.E.. HURRICANE “REED” Emerges on the Coast of Miami The forecast has just changed in South Florida; there is a hurricane brewing on the south side of Miami. There is no need to board up your homes or skip town. There is no need to call FEMA or even the Red Cross. This storm is coming to make saints out of lost souls. Don’t call for help or run for shelter; this is the Lord’s doing and it’s mar- velous in our eyes. The Rev. Dr. Anthony Reed, Sr., the electrifying Pastor of Martin Memorial A.M.E. Church, was awarded by Florida Senator Fredericka Wilson and gospel legend Dr. Continued on p10 St. Andrew Makes Contribution to Heifer International St. Andrew A.ML.E. Church in Little Rock, Arkansas where the Rev. R.W. Alexander, Sr., is the Pastor, made a contribution to Heifer International on January 25, 2008. The con- tribution totaled $744.00 and will be used to purchase animals and training to help families in Africa become self sus- taining. The funds were raised through the St. Andrew Church School. Superintendent of Church School, Charles Stewart, pre- sented the check to | Continued on p10 ee EPISCOPAL CHURCH HA RECORDER GOD OUR FATHER > CHRIST OUR REDEEMER * MAN OUR BROTHER MARCH 10, 2008 THE INTERNATIONAL TEACHING MISSION: Rev. Dr. Earl G. Harris and Dr. Jeanette Harris Journey to Africa on Educational and Humanitarian Mission By Loga Michelle Odom __ Dayton, Ohio: And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us. After Paul had seen the vision, we got ready at once to leave for Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them. Acts 16:9-10 Background Conversations among friends ultimately led to a journey to the motherland to share knowl- edge and resources gained here in America. The friends included Rt. Rev. Bishop Paul J. M. Kawimbe, Presiding Bishop of the Seven- teenth Episcopal District, Rt. Rev. Wilfred Jacobus Messiah, Presiding Bishop of the Twentieth Episcopal District, and Rev. Dr. Earl G. Harris, Pastor of Greater Allen A.M.E. Church in Dayton, Ohio, a candidate for Epis- copal Service. —What-started-as talks, took shape-as a plan, and climactically led to an educational and humanitarian mission. Eleven people from southwest the = U:S; con Ohio departed November 26, 2007, on a 15-day journey to South Africa, Southeast Africa and South-Cen- tral Africa with a training plan to expand the minds and resources to purify the water of their brothers and sisters in Malawi and Zambia. Because there was a natural connec- tion between the overwhelming need in Africa expressed by the bishops and the passion Rev. Dr. Harris has for educating our youth, the tour, sponsored by Rey. Dr. Earl G. Harris and his wife, Dr. Jeanette Harris, was assisted in part by grants from The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation, Proctor and Gamble Corporation (P&G), and Dr. & Mrs. David Ponitz. Participants The dynamic Harris couple was accompanied on the trip by members of the professional staff of Richard Allen Schools (RAS), engineers from Proctor and Gamble, employees of the United States government, and members of Greater Allen AMEC. They included: Michelle Thomas, Deputy Superintendent and Principal, RAS (Downtown Campus), Doc- toral candidate in Educational Leadership. Yolanda Clark, Principal, RAS (Salem Avenue Campus) and Master Teacher/Trainer, TOP: Dr. Jeanette Harris presents Susan Banda with a RAS t-shirt while Bishop Kawimbe and Rev. Harris look on. LEFT: Bishop Kawimbe and Rev. Dr. Harris present certificates to trainees. ..more photos p4-5. _.Continued on p6 NOSOU! ===== DSC03932.JPG ===== ww he 10. Pele ies 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — Calvin H Syenor il OF A PRESIDING ELDER . The presiding elder who is long-winded, holds long Quarterly Conferences, gives long-winded speeches at his or her District Conference and the same at the Sunday School Convention; talking about things of which very few folks are interested, especially when they are ready to go home. ' The presiding elder who tries to “pastor” churches in his or her district, especially the churches where he or she served as a previous pastor The presiding elder who interferes in the affairs of local churches on his or her district and who interferes with the local church pastor’s rela- tionship with the pastor’s ministerial staff. idinoe mW) v.18 > rae Wy > er) reacted 1 » ” acnaci: } irmi Pay The preaiding elder who Bases the phrase, “With the power invested in me...” especially when confirming stewards and who fails to have the mem- bers of the Quarterly Conference to vote to confirm the stewards. . The presiding elder who doesn’t treat all pastors and churches equally and favors certain pastors and churches over others. The presiding elder who does not have the courage to recommend in writing to the bishop that an ineffective pastor needs to be reassigned to another charge; or who fails to inform the bishop that the “marriage” of a local church and a pastor just doesn’t fit and impedes ministry. . The presiding elder who does not have the courage to stand up for a pastor in a situation where the presiding elder thinks that a pastor should not be moved; but who the bishop thinks should be moved. . The presiding elder who is just the collector of funds, and who fails to mentor and teach the clergy and laity of the district. The part-time presiding elder who fails to do a fulltime presiding elder ministry, fails to hold Quarterly Conference in every church and cir- cuit “every three months, four times a year” and fails to visit all of the charges in his or her presiding elder district. The presiding elder who fails to determine the efficiency of each pastor, the effectiveness of the ministry of each church, and who fails to give proper direction to all the affairs of all of the churches in his or her presiding elder district. The presiding elder who thinks that he or she is a bishop and mimics the behavior and demeanor of the bishop when he or she conducts Quar- terly Conferences; and when he or she presides at his or her District Conference and Sunday School Convention. The presiding elder who maintains inappropriate relationships with lay members in his or her presiding elder district, especially those who “milk” information about pastors and the local church. The presiding elder who serves part-time, does not maintain office hours and/or fails to provide professional and ecclesiastical advice to the pastors in his or her district. The presiding elder whose business cards have a P.O. Box, rather than a home or office address. The presiding elder who has not taken the time to learn how to use a computer and who refuses or is unable to submit electronic-reports to his or her bishop and to the General Secretary. The presiding elder who has not taken the time to be proficient about the contents in The Discipline. The presiding elder who fails to fellowship with the ministers in his or her district and who fails to have social functions, which allows the presiding elder and ministers to get to know one another more intimately and form deeper relationships that precipitates increased morale. The presiding elder who is a “taker” and not a “giver”; who receives gifts, but doesn’t give gifts. Retired Presiding Elder I. W. Knight, in the Virginia Annual Conference was an example of a “giving” presiding elder. 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AUGUST 3-10, 2008 CANADIAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Grant AMEC, Toronto Crowne Plaza Toronto 416-449-4111 or 877-474-6835 Room Rate: $129 single; $139 double; $149 triple; $159 quad (Canadian/plus tax) Reservation Deadline: July 11; Free parking The Rev. Cory Millben, Host Pastor and P. E. AUGUST 18-25, 2008 MICHIGAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Ebenezer AMEC, Detroit, MI Hyatt Regency Hotel, Dearborn, MI 313-593-1234 or 800-233-1234 Room Rate: $109 single/double/triple/quad plus tax Reservation Deadline: August 8; Free parking The Rev. H. Michael Lemmons, Host Pastor SEPTEMBER 7-14, 2008 ILLINOIS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Ward Chapel AMEC, Peoria, IL Site to be determined The Rev. James Bailey, Host Pastor SEPTEMBER 21-28, 2008 INDIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Central Indiana Ministerial Alliance Site to be determined The Rev. 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A I chee sehen sell cl «ley edhe W WT WY WY WY Lr VF BISHOP WILLIAM PHILLIPS DEVEAUX PREACHED AT CANDLER SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY Bishop William Phillips DeVeaux, the Presiding Prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District (State of Georgia) of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church spoke at the 11:00 a.m, Chape! Service in William R. Cannon Chapel at Emory Uni- versity in celebration of the A.M.E. Church Founder’s Day on Thursday, Feb. 21. DeVeaux is recognized in the field of theological education for his achievements as the Executive Director of the Fund for Theological Education Inc. During his tenure, scholarships to Black, Hispanic and students of other ethnic backgrounds were granted to support their theological education. DeVeaux attended Howard University where he was elected junior and senior class president and the Basileus of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. While a student at Howard, he answered the call to ordained ministry. He later served in the United States Army as a line- In addition to a bachelor’s degree from Howard Univer- sity, he earned a bachelor of sacred theology degree from Boston University as well as master’s and doctorate degrees from Vanderbilt University. He has served on the faculties of Meharry Medical College, Princeton Theological Semi- nary, and Howard University School of Divinity. The event is sponsored by the A.M.E. Connection, a student organization at Candler that seeks to provide educational support, networking, spiritual well-being, and a sense of com- munity for students who are members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The A.M.E. Connection also seeks to provide a connecting link between local A.M.E. churches and students, and develop ways of working together ecumenically with other campus organizations. Some of the organization’s recent projects include: pro- viding Thanksgiving Dinner for Alternate Life Paths Program Inc., a not-for-profit organiza- tion to assist “high-risk” and “at-risk” youths; and donating items to Big Bethel A.M.E. Clothing Bank. 90 ===== DSC03934.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — | iste I the ompletion ¢ the ministe jal cours 2 B Of Me ssiah ind Rev {arris CC ) N ] l ? 1 the completion of the ‘ 3ishop Messiah, Rev. Harris, and the ar Mayor of Kas ie artis, and the former Mayor of Kasungu award one of the min | ructional course. 3) RAS principal Aleta 7 Benson trains in Malawi. 4) Bishop Kawimbe and Rev. Dr. Earl Harris with teaching team in Lusaka. 5) Left to right: Jeanette Harris, Supervisor Kawimbe, and Susan Banda. 6) Kim \ berly Cockrell and Jeanette Harris train in Zambia. 7) Bishop Kawimbe and Dr. Harris with mand participants. 8) Dr. Jeanette Harris training on leadership PAGE RIGHT: 1) Left to right: RAS staff members Kim Cockrell, Michelle Thomas, Kelli Flucas, Aleta Benson, and Yolanda Clark in Malawi. 2) The 86-year-old former Mayor of Kasungu speaks to the teachers and pastors. 3) Aleta Benson and Michelle Thomas with students in Malawi. 4) Bishop and Supervisor Messiah along with Rev. Dr. Earl Harris and Mrs. Harris with some of the ministers who attended the training sessions 5) PSI staff purifying water for drinking. 6) Demonstration of the water purification by PSI staff. 7) Bishop Kawimbe speaking to the participants at the closing session In Lusaka. 8) A school in Kasungu. 9) Teachers that ttended the training in Malawi. 10) Bishop and Supervisor Messiah with Rev. Dr. Earl Harris, Mrs. Harris, and the teaching team in Lilongwe axes th ain Nal, 10) sop ad Superior Mesh wit Ro Ea Horie Me Has one SNS ===== DSC03935.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER : MARCH 10, 2008 — KC UE ~ ===== DSC03936.JPG ===== ..From The International Teaching Mission on pl... Master’s in Educational Leadership. Aleta Townsel-Benson, Principal, RAS (Hamilton Campus), Master’s of Education. Kimberly Cockrell, Director of Curriculum Development, RAS, BA in English Writing and Cinema and pursuing a Master’s in Education. Kelli Gilbert Flucas, Lead Teacher, RAS, BS in Elementary Educa- tion, and pursuing a Master’s in Education. Casandra Strudwick, Chemical Engineer, Proctor and Gamble. Christy Novomesky, Chemical Engineer, Proctor and Gamble. Michelle Hopkins, Chairman of the Board for Kids Count of Dayton, Inc., a school authorizing agency, and Chief of NATO for the United States government. Darryl Kinney, self-employed Licensed Master Carpenter associated with Greater Allen AMEC and Richard Allen Schools. Educational Mission The journey had three purposes: 1) train educators in curriculum development and instructional methods used by Richard Allen Schools; 2) provide water purification products and instruction in the use of water purification resources; and 3) train ministers in sermon prepara- tion techniques. Bishop Wilfred Messiah and Supervisor Carol Messiah hosted the team in Malawi, and Bishop Paul Kawimbe and Supervisor Kawimbe hosted the team in Zambia. The International Teacher-Training Summit began on Sunday, November 25, 2007, with Rev. Dr. Earl Harris preaching a sermon “Down, But Not Done” at Mokone AMEC in Soweto, Republic of South Africa, where Rev. B. J. Motaung is the Pastor. Mokone AMEC was formerly pastored by Bishop Messiah. Training for teachers and ministers was conducted in Kasungu, the former capital of Malawi, at Chayammba Secondary School and at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Lusaka, Zambia. “We trained approximately 300 staff, including 186 teachers and over 20 pastors in Malawi” said Rev. Harris. He conducted the training for the ministers and pastors, and Mrs. Harris and the RAS instruc- tional staff trained the primary, secondary, and high school teachers. Trainees included both A.M.E.s and non-A.M.E. teachers. “The quiet secret in the 20th District,” Dr. Jeanette Harris stated, “is that the 20th District has approximately 48 A.M.E. schools.” In Zambia, the team trained approximately 86 teachers and 15 pas- tors. The teachers in both countries were excited, enthusiastic, and eager to learn effective and innovative strategies to educate their stu- dents, regardless of conditions or lack of teaching materials. The attendees were awarded certificates totaling three Continuing Education Units which were authorized by the state of Ohio Board of Education through Richard Allen Schools. As agreed by the bishops of the districts, Richard Allen Schools will host at least three teachers from each district for a nine-week period, beginning August 2008. Humanitarian Assistance P&G was the key partner for the water purification portion of the mission. P&G, through Population Services International (PSI), developed a tablet to purify water. The Harris’s negotiated a favor- able rate with the company for purchasing the tablets, and the com- pany provided engineering staff who trained residents on how to use the purification system. P&G partnered with Richard Allen Schools, Greater Allen AMEC, the Third District Women’s Missionary Society, Bethel AMEC, Oxford, Ohio, and the South Ohio Annual Conference Women’s Mis- sionary Society to provide more than 50,000 tablets to purify 250,000 liters of clean drinking water for children and families. The team, along with P&G staff, arranged for additional water purification to be pur- chased by the residents for .05 cents per tablet. Each tablet will purify five liters of water. The introduction of resources to purify water gives hope by helping transform contaminated water into clean drinking water. All of the par- ticipants watched the purification of the water. To every individual in attendance, the purification process seemed almost miraculous. This innovative purification method dramatically reduces contami- nated drinking-water-related illnesses, thereby saving the lives of many children. Much of the local water is filled with pollutants, bacteria, par- asites, and viruses. With every drink, children and adults face the risk of illnesses, such as severe diarrhea, which can result in death. More than 5,000 children die every day from diseases caused by drinking unsafe water. The team’s goal is to reduce that number substantially. The students and other teachers of Richard Allen Schools were not — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — left out of this humanitarian mission, “About a month before we left.” continued Dr, Harris, “our students started raising funds for us to take something additional to the students in Africa. RAS students, moti- vated by what they learned in health class, wanted to share with chil- dren on the continent some of the personal care items they studied, The students bought toothpaste, tooth brushes, and flip flops to share with their brothers and sisters in Africa. The RAS faculty provided teachers in Malawi and Zambia with notebooks, pens, pencils, and other teaching materials.” Richard Allen Schools : Richard Allen Schools is well-qualified to take on the task of training educators. “In fact, Richard Allen Academy IJ (Downtown Campus) is the number one elementary school in Dayton, Ohio,” said Dr. Harris, “as rated by the state of Ohio.” Richard Allen Schools have been rated first, third and fourth in academic performance among 33 traditional and community elementary schools in the city of Dayton for the past four years. The schools are ranked by Performance Index Score, which is the state of Ohio’s measure of a school’s yearly performance across all tests its students take. “Richard Allen Schools visualize a future of unlimited achieve- ment and success for our students premised on a close partnership with our customer-families,” reads the RAS vision statement. “This vision is grounded in the conviction that students want and need to seek truth and knowledge in a wholesome, supportive, and rigorous school setting.” Richard Allen Schools are committed to educating students in the spirit of the life of the courageous leader Bishop Richard Allen. Each school day every student is challenged to emulate the ideals of our namesake, including self-discipline and self-reliance. The foundation of the Richard Allen Schools began in 1990 when Rey. Dr. Earl G. Harris initiated and directed a tutorial program for dis- advantaged students in the Dayton community named MAGIC (Max- imum Academic Growth in Church). Parents and community leaders were concerned about their children because of the declining educa- tional rating in the Dayton Public School District. The RAS school district started in 1996 with a private school, West- Park Academy. The first charter school, Richard Allen Academy, opened in 1999. “Our school district includes pre-K, starting with three year olds, to eighth graders,’ Dr. Harris continued. “We have been encouraged and entreated by our parents to open a high school and will probably start the high school next year.” Richard Allen has four schools in Dayton and one school in Hamilton, Ohio. RAS also manages a school in Atlanta named New Life Academy of Excellence. This school opened in August of 2007. Another RAS organization is authorized to license other charter schools throughout the state. “We have 13 schools that we license,” said Dr. Harris. Nearly 1,100 students attend Richard Allen Schools and the schools it manages. “When you include the schools that we actually license, and Richard Allen,” said Dr. Harris, “we are respon- sible for the education of over 3,500 students in Ohio.” Richard Allen has approximately 130 employees. Rey. Harris attributes the success of these schools to God and “the educational philosophy of the entire Richard Allen School district that failure is not an option.” Dr. Jeanette Harris believes that high educational standards reap high achievement and increases self- esteem. “Every child can and must learn,” she said. “This philos- ophy is reinforced throughout the schools in the curriculum and extracurricular activities. In fact, our curriculum, while age-specific and interactive, is more demanding than what is required at most public or private schools.” This journey of nearly 9,000 miles is a testament to what can be accomplished when great minds focus on doing God’s work. The friends — Bishop Kawimbe, Bishop Messiah and Rev. Harris — whose conversations served as the vision and impetus for this journey — touched thousands of lives with food for thought and pure water for the body. “Faith without deeds is no different than building a house on sand, which is quickly washed away.” Matthew 7:26-27. We are to reach out with the love of God to anyone in need, not with words, but with actions. We are to do so because Christ gave his life forus. 1 John 3:16-18. Mf ===== DSC03937.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — A.M.E. PASTOR TO BE INSTALLED AS PRESIDENT OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Rey. Latisha Stewart Smith, Pastor of Castaic Community A.M.E, Church Mission was installed as the Castaic Chamber of Commerce President March 1, 2008 at the Embassy Suites, 28508 Westinghouse Place Valencia, CA, 91355, 661-257-3111. Rey. Smith's relationship with the Chamber began in 2004 as the Pastor of Castaic Community Church. She was appointed to the Board of Directors in 2005, and became an integral part of the community by organizing grand openings for new businesses and providing counsel to individuals who sought her out for various reasons. Apout Castaic COMMUNITY A.M.E. CHURCH MISSION Rey. Smith planted the Castaic Community Church in 2004 with the The church is a growing ministry of the African Methodist Episcopal Church in the Los vision of building a multi-cultural congregation. SEARCH COMMITTEE FOR A NEW WCC GENERAL SECRETARY BEGINS ITS WORK Presided by an African woman, with a membership that includes three youth, eight women, four Orthodox and a strong representation from the South, the search committee for a new World Council of Churches (WCC) General Sec- retary has already begun to work. The 18-member search committee was appointed by the WCC central committee late evening on 19 February. The committee’s task is to screen candidates for the position of WCC General Secretary. The current General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Samuel Kobia, announced earlier at the 13-20 February central committee meeting that he would not seek an exten- sion to his term, which ends 31 December 2008. Ten of the search committee members were elected by the central committee through paper ballots. The member receiving the most votes, Dr. Agnes Abuom, was appointed as its moderator. The executive committee pro- posed six more members under procedures designed to provide for regional, gender, church tradition and age bal- ances. The two vice-moderators of the central committee serve-as ex-offictomembers.-_-"——“—~—~ OC~;~*S Some concerns were registered at the session in which the search committee slate was approved. One of them referred to the fact that 10 out of its 18 members are also members of the executive committee, which was perceived as a possible con- centration of power. Another concern referred to the compo- sition of the Orthodox representation, which lacked representatives from Slavonic Orthodoxy. Next steps Before Kobia ends his term as General Secretary in December, an Acting General Secretary will be appointed by the WCC executive committee at its meeting in Sep- tember 2008. The Acting General Secretary will assume office as from 1 January 2009 until the new general secre- tary elected by the WCC central committee at its meeting in September 2009 takes office, likely by the end of 2009. “Dr. Kobia has our full support to carry on his duties until the end of his term,” said WCC central committee moderator Rev. Dr. Walter Altmann, speaking at a press conference on 19 February. At the last session of the meeting, the moderator reiter- ated the heartfelt gratitude of the central committee for Kobia’s services to the Council. “My commitment to the WCC and the ecumenical movement is constant,” Kobia said at that session. “Ecumenism is in my blood and bones, and whatever I do next it will be a continuation of what I have done over many years,” he added. The search committee met for the first time on the evening of 19 February, after the WCC central committee invoked God’s guidance for its work. At its first meeting the search committee looked at its work guidelines and at the job description for the General Secretary position, which will be revised in consultation with central committee members. The central committee approved a timetable for the process. The search committee will conduct a thorough screening of candidates, and is expected to submit one name to the WCC central committee for approval. The search committee members are from the various faith group members of the WCC. For additional information, check out the WCC Website. Angeles Pasadena District of the Sth Episcopal District where the Rt. Rey. John Richard Bryant serves as the Presiding Bishop and Rey. La Grant Moore is the Presiding Elder. This accomplishment as the Castaic Chamber President is evidence of the church plant taking root in the Castaic Community. It affords Rey. Smith and the current membership the significant opportunity for achieving the church’s mission statement, “To create a multi-cultural ministry in the Castaic Lake region for whosoever will come to seek a soul saving fellowship with God through Jesus Christ, and a life of humble service.” Congratulatory messages may be sent to the Rev. Latisha Stewart Smith, 27305 W. Live Oak Road #A-431, Castaic, CA 91384-4520; email: castaicchurch @ aol.com; telephone: 661-877-5244. ACTION AMEC CORNER By Rev. John Q. Owens, Director “Social Imperatives Begging Our Attention Immediately” The Presidential Election for 2008, as important as it is, seems to be taking attention from other very important issues: health and wellness issues, energy and global warming issues, housing issues, safety issues, peace initiatives for a shrinking world issues and social issues in a global era. As the elected Social Action Consultant/Director, I am lifting up again, the recommen- dations that I submitted to the Social Action Commission, which received no action! I pray that each individual Episcopal district and local church will embrace these, along with whatever the local Social Action Team proposes! I Called to the Commission’s Attention the Following: ¢ Nuclear proliferation in many areas of the world. ¢ Nuclear waste disposal. ¢ The high cost of prescription drugs and other senior citizens’ issues. ¢ The school board issues of community or state oversight too quickly proposed. ¢ The funding of schools becoming a huge problem due to size of the areas’ tax base. ¢ The serious issues plaguing the continent of Africa, including genocide, rape, starva- tion, proper education, natural resource mishandling, oil revenue, inequitable educa- tion opportunities, disease, encroachment, refugee camps and tribal animosities! + Immigration issues from all parts of the world; with special notice of the number of drownings by the people trying to come to these shores in inadequate vessels. * The continuing loss of life and injury of American troops in Iraq and the hardship caused to their family and friends. * Global warming, deforestation, storm and fire damage to many of our states and the con- tinuing recovery of the Eighth and Ninth Episcopal districts from the ravages of Katrina. * As a member of the Chaplains’ Commission of the AMEC and ex-officio member of the Health Commission, I lift up the hope and prayer that all three commissions could join together before the General Conference to do something to lift the moral of our chap- lains, our troops at home and overseas, and their families in a very substantive way. *The issues of space exploration, ecology, the criminal justice system’s obvious inequities, high cost of living for the working poor, high gasoline costs, affirmative action issues, and unemployment due to outsourcing, are just a few of the issues facing us today “crying loud for our attention!” Recommendations I recommend that this Commission lobby Bishop McCloud, Ecumenical Officer, to sug- gest to churches uniting in Christ, “That an effort of joint concern for current social issues be explored and published!” I lift up the fact that Bishop Kawimbe and the Health Commission has suggested that the Social Action Commission join them in lobbying the leaders of our Zion to speak out forcefully in the next edition of our position papers on the subject of the AIDS pandemic, the forced family planning policies, as articulated by “Amnesty International,” and other related issues, such as forced labor, slavery, military incursion and genocide in the over- seas districts, as well as current problems here at home! “I recommend very highly this book, which is outstanding (Abingdon Press Studies in Christian Ethics and Economic Life): Christian Social Ethics in a Global Era by Max L. Stackhouse, Peter L. Berger, Dennis P. McCann and M. Douglas Meeks. I’ve never been more impressed with this reading, in all of my other research.” Here again, are my recommendations made to the General Board Meeting, 2007! Love, peace, joy and social awareness for this New Year 2008. For issues of concern, contact: DrJohnQOwens @aol.com www.senate.gov.com "oration information, check out the WCC Website) _ S20 eS ===== DSC03938.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — ~ Faithful, Fruitful, Futuristic ~ Committed to preserving the precious legacy and tradition of African Methodism through Evangelism Economic Development Equipping the Laity for Ministry Education Ecumenical and Global Witness “But be sure to fear the LORD and SERVE him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you.” — 1 SAMUEL 12:24 Gu & ig issior” MOUNT HERMON AME CHURCH Fort Lauderdale, Florida ===== DSC03939.JPG ===== THE REVEREND DR. RONNIE ELIJAH BRAILSFORD, SR. 2008 CANDIDATE FOR EPISCOPAL SERVICE "Pastor of Historic Bethel A.M.E. Church Columbia, South Carolina A CHRIST-CEN PEOPLE-ORIENTED, SERVANT LEADER “BUT SEEK YE FIRST THE KINGDOM OF GOD, AND HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS; AND ALL THESE THINGS SHALL BE ADDED UNTO YOU’. ST. MATTHEW 6:33 (KJV) Proven Leadership: A.M.E. Church Leadership Credentials Committee (1996) Episcopal Committee (2000) General Board (2000-2004) Ministerial Retirement Board-Secretary General Conference Commission Executive Committee Community Leadership: Former Chair of Columbia Urban League Board Trustee, Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Trustee, Allen University Chairman, Bethel Learning Centers Board Member, Renaissance Foundation Brailsford for Bishop 2008 P.O. Box 7004 Columbia, SC 29202 Phone: 803-779-0138 email: bforbishop@aol.com www.brailsfordforbishop.com Ministry and Church Expansion: Church Growth & Development: (15 years at Bethel A.M.E. Church) Established 62 new ministries Purchase of a $5,000,000.00 campus of 1 1/2 city blocks 86,000 square feet of building space 107 classrooms and offices 4 Buildings: Sanctuary, Education, Administration and Family Life Center 4 Houses Chapel Cafeteria Completely modernized with campus upgrades of $1,400,000.00 Membership: 1,700 plus new joiners 4,000 plus conversions Annual Finances: From $160,000.00 in 1992 to $2,200,000.00 plus annually-- Church and School only Evangelism (Beyond the walls): * Television Broadcasts Thousands Reached Weekly * Radio Broadcast-Thousands Weekly Education & Economic Development: * 52 jobs for Church members and the community on Campus Real Estate Property Established the Renaissance Foundation: $5,700,000.00 Cultural Arts Center in process Partners to provide 200 family housing units-- generates $1,000,000.00 plus annually Founded the Bethel Learning Centers: An accredited school--Presently, 277 children; new building will accommodate 200 additional children $3,000,000.00 Project: New School Building Erected (2007)--Opens January 2, 2008 Updated 11/9/07 ===== DSC03940.JPG ===== 10 — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — ..From Special Weather on pl... Bobby Jones, with the “Emergent Pastor 2007” award. It was a night to remember in the big city of Miami, Florida, where everything was jumping including the Holy Ghost. A young A.M.E. pastor, who is all the way outside the box and burning with fire, was highlighted and awarded top honors from state and local officials while being blessed by the one and only icon of gospel music, Dr. Bobby Jones. As a kick off benefit to bring forth the vision of Dr. Jones’ new multimillion dollar Gospel Music Museum Complex, the renowned artist highlighted four community leaders in Miami who are shifting the city by the power of God. Senator Fredericka Wilson and Com- missioner Michele Spence-Jones of the city of Miami were among the dignitaries who gathered at the Mahogany Grill in Northwest Miami to honor four community leaders within the city who deserved great honors for their contribution to community change and empowerment. The “Emergent Pastor” award went to a thirty-year-old spiritual giant whose gentle steps of grace and vision has led to the explosive growth of a mighty ministry in the Miami, Florida area. The Rev. Dr. Anthony Reed, who serves as the Pastor of what many call “The #1 Hangout on Sundays” or Martin Memorial A.M.E. Church, has led his congregation to experience incomparable growth. Although this young “Hip Hop” preacher has served the church for a short time, the church has taken on over 450 new souls in just a year and nine months. The church has experienced such growth that it has moved to three worship experiences on Sunday and is now one of the fastest growing A.M.E. churches in the state of Florida. A family man and accomplished musi- cian, Rev. Reed has led in the transformation of the Rich- mond Heights area of Miami. He is a 2002 Master of Divinity graduate of Turner Theological Seminary at the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Georgia and a 2007 Doctor of Ministry graduate of United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. He’s married to — Oe z Lady Karen Reed and is the father of Anthony Reed IL. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Bobby Jones, Lady Karen Reed, Rev. Dr. Anthony Reed, State Senator Fredericka Wilson, and city of Miami Commissioner Michele Spence-Jones When asked about the supernatural growth occurring at the church, his response is simply said in these words: “The Bible is unfolding everyday. When the glory of God is present, people will. come from miles and miles tobe made whole. Signs and wonders are being performed in and around the church by God and the Lord is adding to the church daily those that should be saved. The Lord’s name be praised. Hallelujah!” ...From Saint Andrew on pl... Jo Luck, President and CEO of Heifer International. Stewart said, “Our small church realizes that we can have an impact on changing the world and doing the work of Christ and showing his love through our sharing. Each Sunday morning, members of the Church School bring quarters to be placed in the Heifer Peace Pipe. The Peace Pipe is a clear plastic tube, approximately 36 inches high, on a wooden base, into which the quarters fit perfectly. Once filled each tube contains $120.00 which is the amount to buy a goat, sheep, or two trios of rabbits. During the year the Church School members, along with the Martin Luther King Heritage Center, filled over six (6) Peace Pipes to get our total.” Heifer International is a sustainable development program that uses livestock and other animals and training to help families become self sustaining. Heifer has programs in over 50 countries around the world and in 39 states in the United States. Charles Stewart is immediate past Chairman of the Board of Directors of Heifer International and a life long member of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Stewart recently led a study tour to Tanzania, East Africa, to see first hand the impact of gifts to Heifer on the poor. Stewart also thanked and recognized Rev. R. W. Alexander, Sr. for his leadership and support of the fundraising efforts of the St. Andrew Church School for Heifer. Article submitted by: Mr. Charles Stewart, Church School Superintendent Reverend R.W. Alexander, Sr., Pastor Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle, Presiding Bishop Mrs. Ann Gilkey, Arkansas Conference Public Rela- tions Director ===== DSC03941.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — ...From Chaplain Brown on p1.... Then | was introduced to a Navy Chaplain recruiter, and it completely changed my life.” One student asked Chaplain Brown to name some of his favorite places he has visited around the world. “Tokyo, Rome and Antigua top the list,” he answered. Chaplain Brown has been an Itinerant Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church for thirteen years and has been an active duty chap- lain for twelve years, As a chaplain program recruiter, he is responsible for the following Navy recruiting districts: Atlanta, Jacksonville, Miami, New Orleans, Nashville, Ohio and Michigan. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Paying for College Student Resource Guide is provided yearly as a courtesy of U.S. Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (Con- gressional District 34-CA). The 2008 edition of the Resource Guide contains info on national scholarships, internships, fellowships, books, and web sites. To download the Resource Guide, go to: http://www.house.gov/roybal-allard/2008 Resource Guide.pdf. Please share this info with any high school or college students with whom you may be in contact so that they can take advantage of these many opportunities. *Minority and African American Scholarships* For the young ones you know and love. This site has 5 pages of Minority and African American Scholarships & Internship Opportunities. http://www.littleafrica.com/resources/scholarships.htm. *Submitted by the Rev. Melvin E. Wilson, Pastor/Teacher, St. Luke A.M.E. Church, 1872 Amsterdam Avenue at 153rd St., NY 10031 “Make a difference for future generations of women. Get involved with the Sister Study.” —Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie Presiding Prelate, 13th Episcopal District African Methodist Episcopal Church Help find the causes of breast cancer. Visit www.sisterstudy.org Did your sister have breast cancer? or call toll-free Join the Sister Study today 1 -877-4-SISTER if you are a woman between 35 and 74 years old, (1 -877-474-7837). and you have never had breast cancer yourself, and you live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, Deaf/Hard of Hearing call and your sister, living or deceased, related to you 1-866-TTY-4SIS by blood, had breast cancer. (1-866-889-4747). THE It’s easy! No medicine, medical treatments, or changes to habits, diet, or daily y S i S I E R life are required. \ y . > IU. 2B @ Black women should participate in the Sister Study because we often Goethe disease at a younger age and have more aggressive tumors. In fact, we have Conducted by the National Insti f Environm: cal Health Sciences, one of the National Instituces : hn the UBS ce elth of dhe Ws. Department of Health and Human Services, with additional funding from NIE the highest breast cancer death rate of women i National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities wa ===== DSC03942.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — CLIMBING CANADIAN CONFERENCE HOSTS FAREWELL CRUISE AT THE SEAT OF CANADIAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE HONORING BISHOP AND MRS. PHILIP R. COUSIN This year’s Canadian Annual Conference marked the beginning of the Right Reverend Philip R. Cousin’s last conference circuit as an active bishop. It was with both great excitement and greater sad- ness that the Climbing Canadian Conference gathered in Toronto, Ontario this year. The Annual Conference was hosted by Grant A.M.E. Church in Toronto. The church is located at 2029 Gerrard St., E. Toronto, ON M4E 2B3. The Pastor is the Rev- erend Cory A- Millben, who is also the Presiding Elder of the Canadian Conference. Presiding Elder Millben, along with First Lady, Mrs. Carrie Millben and their two sons were the ultimate first family hosts. Anyone who has attended or par- ticipated in an Annual Conference knows first-hand that conference time is full-out work — workshops to attend, church business to sort and present, learning from our Bishop, and, of course, plenty of praise and worship. By the end of the day, which always seems to come later and later as conference progresses, one just wants to hit the pillow for a few hours of sleep. Not often is there time to relax, unwind, or be casual. Annual con- ference is a hectic time indeed. This year, however, the Climbing Canadian Conference planned time to do just that — relax, unwind, and be casual. On Friday, August 10th, approxi- mately 150 of us boarded the “Mariposa Belle” one of the Toronto Harbour cruise ships for a three-hour tour of the Toronto Islands. This was indeed an oppor- tunity to mix, mingle, eat, fellow- ship, and honour our Presiding Prelate, Bishop Philip R. Cousin, Senior Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. After a short delay and several jokes about a television program about a much-more-infamous- three-hour-tour, we were on our way. No event would be complete without greetings from Toronto Mayor, the Honourable David Miller. In his statement, he com- mented about what a comfort it is chers to assist with ministry at relocated to New York and Ath nd prospective candidates may co to witness a revival of religion in his city, and he attributed much of the success Toronto enjoys to indi- viduals of organizations such as the African Methodist Episcopal Church. He further noted that con- ferences are an occasion to reflect and to look forward. With those words read to us by our host for the evening, the festivities truly began. Throughout and after dinner, we were free to roam the ship, enjoy the two bands (jazz on the upper deck and calypso on the middle deck), and fellowship on the lower deck. As I walked the ship, I over- heard laughter, I saw joy, and I felt much love — love for each other, love for our Conference, and love for our Bishop and Supervisor. I also felt the love that our Bishop and Supervisor have for the Cana- dian Conference. _ When Presiding Elder Millben asked me to write an article for The Christian Recorder about the evening, I was overwhelmed and humbled. I was also grateful for the opportunity to talk with the minis- ters, licentiates, conference presi- dents, and everyone about our Bishop and Supervisor. Here is just a sampling of what was said. “There are literally hundreds of things that could be said about Bishop Cousin. He has had more influence than anyone on my ministry. He is a model pastor, bishop, and statesman.” (Pre- siding Elder Cory Millben - Grant-Toronto) “There's so much to say. He (Bishop) stayed down-to-earth to the last, having fun, intermin- gling, just being able to take off the title of bishop for a minute and get in touch with his youthful self. The manner in which he received the love shown to him shows his appreciation. Everyone knows he has done a marvelous work in the Canadian Conference and has left a solid foun- People Are Saying... Bishop Gregory Ingram has written an incredibly informative, insightful, and inspiring book for new members and others who want to understand the church. From beginning to end this book captures your attention and keeps you wanting to learn more. His creative and unique approach to helping people learn about being a Christian and African Methodism is an excellent too! for pastors and churches to use. ~ Bishop Philip R. Cousin, Sr., Senior Bishop The S.A.T. Manual for African Methodism is a gift to the church. All the material found in this manual is worth reading. One in particular must be given serious attention, In matters of Christian stewardship, Bishop Ingram has a proven track record; his definition and chapter on stewardship is right on target Masterfully written, extraordinarily arranged, and well thought out. Not just a book of the present but a book that leads to a great future...Should be in the home of every AME. for their spiritual well-being. sen ~ Rev. Dr. Daryl B. Ingram, Executive Director AMEC Christian Education Department dation that anyone after can build on.” (The Rev. Randolph Phillips Robinson- Montreal) “He showed us that we needed to get an education to be prepared, that we need to know what we are preaching about. He encouraged me to go back to school.” (Rey. Arnita Traylor - Campbell - Chatham) “He is insightful, he doesn’t make quick judgments but he feels you out, knowing what to tell you at the proper time. He encourages you in the proper way. This is what we need — to be told the truth with insight and love.” (Brother Milton Harris, Licentiate — Central Grove - Harrow) When asked about the Bishop’s influence or most memorable interaction, every minister com- mented on the moment of ordina- tion, when Bishop Cousin laid his hands upon their heads and blessed them. This year, I was presented as a licentiate to the Bishop. I must add my own sense of humility and power of God I received from Bishop Cousin. It is one thing to go before the Board of Examiners, but it is completely something else when Bishop Cousin asks you if you think you are called to win souls to Christ, and then tells you to now go and do it. You get up, and you go do it. INCREDIBLY INFORMATIVE MASTERFULLY WRITTEN SPIRITUALLY EQUIPPING RIGHT ON TAR G Eee Dr. Grecory G. M. INGRAM Gregory G. M. Ingram is the 118th elected and consecrated Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. For more than three decades, he has provided outstanding leadership as a preacher, teacher, and lecturer, with a particular expertise in stewardship. ~ Bishop Richard Norris RESOURCE FoR WHO WANT TO GREGORY G. M. At the end of the day, the acco- lades are distant memories, the awards gather dust. What matters is not what was said or presented; what matters is the footprint one leaves behind. In Genesis 12, “The Lord said to Abram, “Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.’” (Verses 1 — 3, NIV) Bishop Philip R. Cousin listened to God, and like Abraham, left your country, your people, and went to the land that God showed you. You have blessed this Cana- dian Conference, this Climbing Canadian Conference. When asked your reflection about the Canadian Conference, you said that Canadians are sin- cere, warm, open in spirit, and genuinely loving. Bishop, that is only us returning the love you and the Supervisor have given us these past few years. As Rev. Phillips said, you have left a solid founda- Hon Upen Continued on p13 a ri AN INSTRUC TIONAL Gu FOR TEACHING NEW MEA AND OTHERS NDERSTAND THE CHURCH INGRAM ===== DSC03943.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 200 PREACHING OPPORTUNITY FOR NASHVILLE AREA PREACHERS Baptist Hospital Call for Chapel Preachers WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE AN EFFECTIVE SERVANT LEADER IN THE CHURCH? ra Note: This is an ongoing need, Baptist Hospital has a small 20 minute chapel service every Wednesday generally attended by 15-20 staff. In choosing preachers for the chapel service, the Pastoral Services Dept. al Baptist pulls from a list of ministers who have volunteered to speak for 5-10 minutes on a topic of their choice. The volunteer preachers tend to be Southern Baptist and Church of Christ and Pastoral Services would welcome Divinity students and denom- inational diversity. The hospital can’t pay speakers, but does treat them to lunch with the (3-4) chaplains in the Physicians’ Dining Room after the service, which is always a nicely catered meal. If you're thinking about CPE, this is a good opportunity to visit. It's also a great way to practice giving a short sermon for a small, very appreciative group. Sign up for the new year with friends from your homiletics class! Chapel is Wednesdays from 12:00-12:20 p.m. Baptist is located at 21st & Church, a short walk from campus. To volunteer contact Kathleen Potts, Assistant to the Director of Pastoral Services, phone: (615) 284-7495 email: kathleen.potts @ baptisthospital.com. FOUNDER’S DAY only $15.00 Church leadershi ing i i i i RICHARD ALLEN RESOURCE carey patised and ef) segue today eset ape bees es sed ee ae transformation and leadership style of Jesus. Church leadership must surmount and undo emerging ideologies and ideas of leadership that are currently practiced and are in vogue today. Few topics have been more studied and written about than the transformation and leadership style of Jesus. Preparing a message for Founder’s Day? The Reverend Jeanette Pinkston shared this resource, a new book about Equipping the Saints for Service seeks to break new ground in examining the biblical model of Richard Allen authored by Richard S. Newman: leadership and challenges the church to critically study our method of selecting and electing leaders by Freedom's Prop tots Bic hop Richard Allen bridging theory and practice so we might build up the body of Christ in African Methodism. = > the A.M.E. Church, and the Black F ounding Fathers Equipping the Saints for Service explores this dynamic and others including: Richard S. Newman. * The biblical model for leadership + Traits and qualifications for servant leadership Order Your Copy Today! NYU, $34.95 (342p) ISBN 978-0-8147-5826-7 * Leadership expectations, action and principles Call AMEC Sunday cao Nae ( + The seven S’s of leadership (214) 333-2632 or (615) 256-5882 _In_ this elegant and insightful biography, historian Newman (The Transformation of American Abolitionism) offers a vivid portrait of Bishop Richard Allen DR. ARTHUR JONES (1760-1831), a tireless preacher committed to ending slavery and fostering equality for blacks in post-revolu- TO PUBLISH NEW BOOK tionary America. Born a slave in Philadelphia, Allen con- : verted to Methodism when he was 17 during a revival held Arthur S. Jones Religious Enterprises announced the publication, on Feb. 15th, 2008, at his master’s house. After obtaining his freedom, Allen of a new book by Arthur S. Jones, noted author and President/CEO of the company. helped to establish two of the most important black-led The book is titled “God and Me,” with the subtitle, "A Black Preacher Talks with the organizations in early America: the Free African Society, 4 Almighty One-On-One.” benevolent organization, and Bethel Church, the birthplace of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church, one of the most powerful African American denominations in “The Birds, the Bees, and the A.M.E-s.,” a humorous look at life in the African the United States. Although Allen is best remembered for Methodist Episcopal Church; and “500 Golden Proverbs,” a compilation of sayings his religious leadership, his work moved far beyond these —_ from his 50-year career as a pastor in the A.M.E. Church. circles. According to Newman, his ability to create inde- pendent black organizations as well as initiate a published discourse among free blacks established him as one of the nation’s founding leaders. Newman’s beautifully written format is a dialogue between God and me. However, I am convinced that those who read study is not only a first-rate social history of the early it, both clergy and laypersons, will find it enjoyable, inspirational, and compelling.” Republic and African American culture and religion, it also For information and purchasing, interested persons may go to www.jonesreli- provides a detailed sketch of Allen that is sure to become a : . Ns : g prises.org. the definitive biography of the leader. 4 O BIBLICAL RESOURCES-SEARCHABLE ONLINE BIBLE WEBSITES | Here is a great resource for sermons and Bible studies. You can download any passage of the Bible from this Zondervan Website and it also has the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) of the Bible: http://www.zondervanbiblesearch.com/ResultsPassage.aspx?Passage=mark+8%, I have found this site to be very user friendly. You can cut and paste biblical passages into Word Documents or directly into email messages. Another biblical resource is Bible Gateway: http://www. biblegateway.com/passage/?search=language=english. Bible Gateway can beoaccessed in languages other than English and has concordances and commentaries. This Website, http://www.internetdynamics.com/pub/ve/bibles.html, gives a list of biblical resources that might be helpful, i.e. commentaries, study Bibles, etc. ; A.S.J. Religious Enterprises has recently published two other books by Dr. Jones, The new book will be offered for sale at the retail price of $18. In a statement, the author states: “Some will find this book provocative, perhaps even controversial. The From Climbing on p12... which anyone can continue to build. ‘misses you and the Climbing Canadian Conference will continue the good Thank you, Bishop Cousin and Supervisor Cousin, for your love, your work that you have done and that God has started in us. faithfulness, your kindness, your straightforwardness, your patience, your Submitted by Sister Joann Foote, Tanner/Price A.M.E. Church, blessing, and your example. The Climbing Canadian Conference already Windsor, Ontario, Canada Oe ===== DSC03944.JPG ===== Accommodations: 14 SCHEDULE FOR CONVO XI, GENERAL BOARD MEETING, AND GENERAL CONFERENCE COMMISSION CONVO XI: 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 14 thru 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 15, 2008 General Board Meeting: — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER * MARCH 10, 2008 — A CHILD SHALL LEAD THEM... THE YOUTH OF NEW ALLEN SPEAK THROUGH “THE INN OF BETHLEHEM” Submitted by Mondella Woods The youth of New Allen African Methodist Episcopal Church, Memphis, Tennessee, put on a 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 15 thru 3:00 p.m., superb play to remind us that there was no room in “The Inn of Bethlehem” for the Christ child Wednesday, April 16, 2008 to be delivered, so Mary and Joseph were sent to the stables. You know the story. The spirit-filled performance made a great impact on the participants. Young people were able General Conference Commission: 3:00 — 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 16, 2008 Marriott Dallas/Addison Quorum by the Galleria 14901 Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX 75254 Group rate: $135.00 To make reservations, call (800) 228-9290 or (972) 661-2800 and ask for the “A.M.E. Church room block.” Deadline for making your reservation is March 14, 2008. to witness and fulfill the desire to make room for Christ in their lives and make a commitment for the year. The youth filled the front of New Allen’s sanctuary on December 23, 2007, in their costumes, spiritually renewed. The unique costumes, sheep, cattle, shepherds, Roman soldiers, women of Nazareth, Mary, Joseph and the Christ Child, were custom-made for this performance by the Youth Department Staff, Mrs. Louise Burton and Mrs. Wanda Marchie. An ensemble, under the direction of Mr. C. R. Strong, enhanced the performance with musical instruments and an Alleluia good time was experienced. At the end of the performance, the message from the youth was, there was no room for the Christ child in “The Inn of Bethlehem.” We often encounter people who have no room for Jesus today. Is there room for Jesus in your heart and in your life today? Mrs. Ann Williams, Director of Christian Education Mrs. Dorothy Prewitt, Youth Department Staff Ms. Karen Butler, YPD Director The Reverend Willie V. Woods, Pastor FOURTH ANNUAL A.G. GASTON CONFERENCE FEATURES REV. FLOYD HAROLD FLAKE AND BUSINESS MOGUL MICHAEL ROBERTS Newest “State of Black Business in Birmingham” Reports on Community Collaboration for Economic Empowerment Birmingham, AL (BlackNews.com) - The 2008 Annual A.G. Gaston Conference was set for February 19 and 20 in Birmingham, featuring renowned community leader, the Rev. Floyd Flake of New York, and the return of the 21st Century business mogul, Michael Roberts of St. Louis. “Building on the success of the 2007 conference, this year we wanted to focus on what can happen when an inner-city retail and housing entrepreneur like Michael Roberts meets with representa- tives of the faith community like Rev. Floyd Flake, to generate busi- ness development opportunities,’ says Bob Dickerson, one of the conference organizers. Dickerson, Executive Director of the Birmingham Business Resource Center, says this year's conference -- Economic Empower- ment through Community Collaboration -- brought these two power- house speakers whose experiences are setting the standards for economic development in under-served communities. “What we hope will come out of this conference are examples of the kinds of collabo- rative efforts African Americans should take to empower ourselves through business ownership and cooperation across various sectors of our community,” he said. The 2007 conference saw greater inclusion of the faith commu- nity, a theme that continued in 2008 with the Rev. Flake, Senior Pastor of the 23,000 member Greater Allen African Methodist Epis- copal Cathedral in Jamaica, Queens, New York. Under his 21-year pastorate, Allen A.M.E.'s annual non-profit operating budget has reached nearly $24 million. Flake and his congregation are nationally renowned for expansive commercial and residential developments, its 500-student private school, and its various commercial and social service enterprises. Its community-building efforts have made Allen A.M.E. among the nation's most productive religious and urban development institutions. If the church were a for-profit entity, it would be one of the nation's 100 largest African American-owned enterprises. Dickerson says Flake and his church started with buying and reno- vating old buildings and apartments; then they ended up with retail shopping centers. “These sorts of developments drive a sense of com- munity and set the groundwork for property appreciation, which upgrades depressed communities,” he says. He calls Roberts the 21st Century version of A.G. Gaston who, like his predecessor, founda need and filled it. Roberts and his brother worked to breathe new life into old retail outlets and build new housing in inner-city St. Louis, MO, communities where many bankers were not willing to invest money. The Roberts brothers' business acumen turned those investments into bigger deals that today include commercial and residential real estate holdings, hotels, radio stations and communications towers. “Together, Flake and Roberts represent what can happen when well- educated, smart and business-savvy entrepreneurs -- through faith- based organizations, families and other groups -- put their collaborative energies back into improving their own communities,” Dickerson says. The A.G. Gaston Conference continues to shine a light on the plight of black-owned businesses and its implications for the broader com- munity. Blacks are 30 percent of the Birmingham region's population, which should mean that they own a proportionate number of businesses that generate a proportionate percent of the revenue in this $100-bil- lion-plus market. “Unfortunately, the world is so far from perfect that black businesses in Birmingham generate only one half of one percent of the total market,’ Dickerson says. Statistics are similarly skewed in other cities across the U.S. In 2007, the conference's third annual “The State of Black Business in Birmingham” white paper found that, if blacks owned businesses at the same rate as whites, there would be 18,000 more businesses, with payrolls generating $720 million more than what they do now. That kind of money flowing through the black community would have a sig- nificant positive social impact and boost the entire region's economy, the paper concluded. The Rev. Gerald Austin, founder and CEO of The Center for Urban Missions, will author the conference's 2008 white paper entitled, “The Role of the Church in Community Economic Development.” The Fourth Annual A.G. Gaston Conference will also honor local small businesses and feature several general sessions with the keynote speakers as well as other special announcements. The conference was founded by Dickerson and Gaynelle Adams Jackson of Advanced Planning Services. About Dr. A.G. Gaston Dubbed “Entrepreneur of the Century” by Black Enterprise Maga- zine, Dr. A.G. Gaston (1892-1996), for whom the conference was named, was one of the richest black men in America. He overcame poverty and the lack of educational opportunities to become a virtual giant in the world of business and commerce. “Gaston made these phe- nomenal accomplishments during a period when abject and overt racial discrimination was the way of life in Birmingham,” Dickerson says. The conference holds up Gaston's time-honored principles and prac- tices as encouragement for other blacks who must overcome barriers as they strive to succeed. WOO ===== DSC03945.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 10, 2008 — EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL POSITIONS Cover letter to potential applicants The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is launching an exciting recruitment campaign to hire future air traffic controllers. We are seeking bright, professional, and highly motivated individuals to fill a number of air traffic controller jobs throughout the country. The air traffic controller occupation is one of the most rewarding and dynamic jobs in the Federal government. We are seeking your assistance to spread this information to your students: The qualifications for these positions are: * three years of progressively responsible work experience and/or * a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of work experience and college credits * certain kinds of aviation experience may be qualifying * applicants must be U. S. citizens * the maximum entry age is 30 The FAA will train the people hired for these positions. All selectees must spend up to 18 weeks at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and meet all other requirements before continuing their training at their air traffic facility. The vacancy announcements contain all the information on how to apply and will be published on line at http://jobs.faa.gov. At this time, we are recruiting for positions nationwide. The vacancy announcement may be found at http://jobs.faa.gov/asap_detail.asp?vac_id=102077. All selected applicants will be administered the AT-SAT examination. We encourage you to inform your students, community organiza- tions, and acquaintances about these upcoming announcements and job opportunities. Sincerely, Miriam A. Vega Federal Aviation Administration EEO Specialist Office of Civil Rights Tel: 202-385-8440 Miriam. Vega @faa.gov The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is soliciting interest for entry-level air traffic control positions throughout the United States. he various locations can be found at http://jobs.faa.gov. Salary range is based on duty location and will be determined at the time of placement. No permanent change of station or relocation expenses will be paid for initial appointment to these positions. Prior experience or training in air traffic control is not required, You may qualify for these positions on the basis of work experience, college education, or a combination of work experience and college credits. To qualify based on work experience, you must have three years of pro- gressively responsible experience that demonstrates the potential for learning and performing air traffic control work. To qualify based on education, you must have a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree. You may also qualify by com- bining your work experience and college credits. One year of under- graduate study (30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours) is equivalent to nine months of general work experience. The maximum age for applying to these positions is 30. You must be hired prior to reaching your 31st birthday. These positions are covered by the air traffic controller special retirement program, and specialists are subject to mandatory separation at age 56. U.S. citizenship is required. You will be interviewed. You must be proficient in English to speak over radios, intercoms, and similar com- munications equipment. You must also pass a medical examination that includes psychological screening prior to appointment, a security/back- ground investigation, and a pre-employment drug test. FAA will train you for these positions. As a new air traffic control specialist, you will spend the first several weeks of employment in an intense training program at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK. While attending Academy training, you will be on a temporary appoint- ment. Upon successful completion of the training program and other employment requirements, you will continue to train at your assigned FAA facility on a permanent appointment. To apply for these positions, please go to http://jobs.faa.gov and click on FAA Career Opportunities. Once there, choose 2152 in the Series drop-down box. That will take you to the open announcements. You will see “Click HERE to Apply Now” on the job announcement for your desired location. Be sure to include your cell phone number and e-mail address. You can also find the open announcements on www.Careerbuilder.com. RaisingLEADERS ChangingLIVES CONGREGATIONS that nurture Christian vocation shape young hearts and minds according to God's call and strengthen the church with gifted leaders. 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  ===== DSC03947.JPG ===== \ THE JARISTIAN VOL. 157, NO. 13 THE COUNCIL OF BISHOPS AND THE GENERAL CONFERENCE COMMISSION SUPPORT A CALL TO PRAYER ON SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 2008 AS A CONNECTIONAL DAY OF PRAYER By The Right Reverend Sarah Davis Prayer Makes a Difference Let Us Pray for: ¢QOur beloved “Connection” of General, Annual, P.E. District, and Church Conferences * The bishops, general officers, presiding Elders, pastors, clergy, and lay youth and adult mem- bers as we prepare for the 48th Quadrennial Session of the General Conference * One another as we seek to live ‘saved’ lives at home, at work, in the community and everywhere ¢ Salvation in our suffering world’s human and spiritual conditions Nature of the Prayer Call: * Sunday, April 13th - Prayer Worship Service(s) or Convocations * Saturday, April 12th - Prayer meetings, vigils, retreats, walks and related prayer centered, salvation-centered, Continued on p 10 eee ro cececoscerecceseceerence _ ST. PAUL A.M.E. CHURCH, LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY WELCOMES NEW PASTOR AND FIRST FAMILY By *Sister Doris J. Coffey Historic St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church in Lexington, Kentucky undergoes a spiritual trans- formation with the appoint- : _|ment of the dynamic _ “4 | ministerial team the Rev- erends Troy and Maxine Thomas from Philadelphia, PA. It happened on Saturday, December 2, 2007 at Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church in Nashville during the closing of the 13th Dis- trict Planning Meeting when to the surprise of some and delight of others the Right Rev- erend Vashti Murphy ...Continued on p10 THE ALLEGHENY SCRANTON DISTRICT CELEBRATES FOUNDER'S DAY, PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA The Allegheny Scranton District cele- brated Founder’s Day on Sunday, February 10, 2008 at Calvary A.M.E. Church in Braddock, PA. The Host Pastor was the Reverend Lois Thomas. Due to inclement weather, about a half hour before the service was to begin, the electricity in the church went out; but all in attendance shook Satan off our backs and the service began with candles being lit in the sanctuary. This was a surreal experience as to how Richard Allen and members of the African Methodist ..Continued on p10 | The Atlanta North Georgia District Conference was held at Big Bethel A.M.E. Church, Atlanta, Georgia, with Pastor Gregory V. Eason. This two-day conference of 2008 was a smashing success with Presiding Elder David B. Rhone, Jr. The Opening Friday Night Worship Service Sermon was preached by the Rt. Rev. Frank C. Cummings, Retired Bishop of the A.M.E. Church. The good Bishop preached a powerful sermon on the subject: The Church of Tomorrow. The points were given: A serving church, an obedient church, and a loving caring church. The background scripture came from Saint John 13:14-17. Words from the Elder’s Pen Dear North Atlanta District Family: “On a Mission to Serve; Economics, Education, and Edi- fication: Spiritual Transformation 2008” is the theme of this 2008 North District Conference. As we enter into this new season, let us ever be mindful of the need for us to become spiritu- ally transformed. Paul, God’s anointed prophet, instructs us that we are not to be conformed to this world’s systems and thought processes. But rather, we are to become transformed by the renewing power of the mind of God. God is moving us into a new harvest of the lost, the last, and the ‘least-of-these’ souls for the kingdom. We are truly “on a mission to serve.” The hymn writer was correct when he penned the words ‘To serve this present age, my calling to fulfill...” We are important to the work and the will of God. Therefore, let us lift up each other, edifying each ...Continued on p4 The Rev. Carl Moore, the Senior Pastor of Allen Temple A.M.E. Church, Woodstock, Georgia, who recently laid the cornerstone of his fast-growing congregation with Bishop William P. DeVeaux, preached the Saturday Closing Noonday Sermon. The preacher of the hour preached a powerful sermon on the subject: “Experience God's Deliverance.” Background scripture: Psalm 91:1-14. Congratulations to the first two first ladies of this North Atlanta District Conference: Mrs. David Rhone (left) and Mrs. | Gregory Eason. gs & ===== DSC03948.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — day’s editorial, in recognition »of Women’s History, Month (March), honors Dr. PAM DeVeaux, the convener of the 2007 Sixth Episcopal District’s Deliver- ance Conference and the women who were recently honored at the Deliverance Conference that was held at Turner Chapel Cathedral A.M.E. Church in Marietta, Georgia where the Reverend Dr. Kenneth E. Marcus is the Pastor and the Reverend Cassandra Y. Marcus serves as the Co-Pastor. Dr. Pam DeVeaux was the convener of the Deliver- ance Conference. The Right Reverend William P. DeVeaux is the Pre- siding Prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District. Dr. M. Joan Cousin, one of the honorees at the Women’s Deliverance Conference, was recognized in the editorial in the last edition of The Christian Recorder Online. The Women’s Deliverance Conference honored A.M.E. and non- A.M.E. honorees. Dr. Calvin H. Sydnor III - African Methodist Episcopal Church Honorees: Dr. Patricia Morris DeVeaux, Convener of the 2007 Sixth Episcopal District Women's Deliverance Conference: Patricia Morris De Veaux (“Pam”) was born in Wilmington, Delaware to Jesse Morris and the late Amanda Morris. She attended Bethel A.M.E. Church where she was an active member of the Sunday school, youth choir, orchestra and Young People's Division. She credits her leadership skills and spiritual foundation to the early nurturing she experienced at the hands of loving Bethel members. Her academic background includes matriculation and graduation from Howard University (B.A.), where she was inducted as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, George Peabody College (Master, Library Science) and Vanderbilt University (Ph.D.). Her vocational background includes positions as a librarian, medical periodical librarian, university adjunct professor, community college adminis- trator, program manager, and program director at the United States Department of Energy. At these positions’ she has held, much of her focus was concentrated upon developing and implementing initiatives designed to strengthen Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Since coming to the Sixth District, she has written two plays (The Loud Silence, 2005; The Preacher’s Son, 2006), and co-authored a book of poetry entitled Black Church Gems. Bishop and Dr. Pam have been blessed by the presence of six chil- dren and fourteen grandchildren. 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CHURCH, She strives to magnify God’s greatness through committediservice to humankind. - Honoree for Spiritual Growth - Ms. Patricia Raybon, Educator and Journalist: Ms. Patricia Raybon has been blessed with many talents that she has used to further the work of God’s kingdom here on earth. She is an award- winning author and journalist whose published book, a prayer memoir entitled J Told The Mountain to Move, was described by Publishers Weekly as “glorious... a powerful and personal book about prayer.” She has used her gift as a journalist by writing many personal essays on faith and family that have been published in renowned publications such as The New York Times, USA Today, and Newsweek. As an educator, Ms. Raybon inspired young people for more than 25 years in her role as a member of the jour- nalism faculty at the University of Colorado at Boulder, from which she recently retired as professor emeritus. She is a motivational speaker who is sought after by many organizations to present keynote addresses and conduct workshops. Her academic _ back- ground which includes a B.A. in journalism from The Ohio State Univer- . sity, and an M.A. in Journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder, was an excel- lent foundation for such SCHEDULE FOR CONVO XI, GENERAL BOARD MEETING, AND GENERAL CONFERENCE COMMISSION CONVO XI: 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 14 thru 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 15, 2008 General Board Meeting: 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 15 thru 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 16, 2008 General Conference Commission: 3:00 — 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 16, 2008 Accommodations: Marriott Dallas/Addison Quorum by the Galleria 14901 Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX 75254 Group rate: $135.00 To make reservations, call (800) 228-9290 or (972) 661-2800 and ask for the “A.M.E. Church room block.” an illustrious career. Ms. Raybon is married to J. Daniel Raybon and is the mother of two daughters and grandmother of two beautiful — Cgntinued on p3 SUBSCRIBE! to The Christian Recorder Keep yourself informed about your church for $36.00 Per Year eeoeoaeeaoeooeeoed Send Check or Money Order Payable to: The Christian Recorder 500 Eighth Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203-4181 Please PRINT. Payment must accompany order. Allow 4 weeks for delivery. Name __ = = Address City/ State/ Zip ===== DSC03949.JPG ===== FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP RICHARD FRANKLIN NORRIS APRIL 8, 2008 WMS Day APRIL 9-13, 2008 Delaware Annual Conference APRIL 21, 2008 WMS Day APRIL 22-27, 2008 New York Annual Conference APRIL 30, 2008 WMS Day MAY 1-4, 2008 Western New York Annual Conference MAY 13, 2008 WMS Day MAY 14-18, 2008 New England Annual Conference MAY 19, 2008 WMS Day MAY 20-25, 2008 Philadelphia Annual Conference SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP ADAM JEFFERSON RICHARDSON, JR. APRIL 7-APRIL 12, 2008 WASHINGTON ANNUAL CONFERENCE Union Bethel A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Brandywine, MD The Rev. Dr. Harry L. Seawright, Co-Host Pastor Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Washington, DC The Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Co-Host Pastor Ward Memorial A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Washington, DC The Rev. Dr. Conrad K. Pridgen, Co-Host Pastor Hemingway Memorial A.M.E. Church, Co- Host Church District Heights, MD The Rev. Samuel Hayward, Co-Host Pastor Reid Temple A.M.E. Church, Glenn Dale, MD, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (301) 372-6036 The Rev. Goodwin Douglas, Host PE. The Rev. Dr. Louis-Charles Harvey, Assoc. PE. APRIL 21-26, 2008 VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Third Street Bethel A.M.E. Church, Host Church Richmond, VA Omni Richmond Hotel, Richmond, VA, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (804) 747-6265 The Rev. Daryl K. Kearney, Host Pastor The Rev. Paul C. Adkins, Host PE. The Rev. Chester W. Morris, Assoc. PE. MAY 5-10, 2008 NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE St. Philip A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Wilmington, NC The Rev. DeOther Melvin, Co-Host Pastor Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Wilmington, NC The Rev. Charles Davis, Co-Host Pastor St. James A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Castle Hayne, NC — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — 3 Ww ye The Rev. Dr. Roosevelt L. Holmes, Co-Host Pastor Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Wilmington, NC The Rev. Dr. Anthony Watson, Co-Host Pastor Sea Trail Golf Resort and Conference Center, Sunset Beach, NC, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (910) 762-3573 The Rev. Evelyn Gail Dunn, Host PE. The Rev. Larry Stanwyk Hinton, Assoc. PE. MAY 19-24, 2008 WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Greater Bethel A.M.E. Church, Host Church Greensboro, NC Sheraton Hotel and Joseph S. Koury Convention Center, Conference Site Pastor's Phone: (336) 273-5268 The Rev. Dr. Norman W. Handy, Jr, Host Pastor The Rev. Benjamin S. Foust, Host PE. The Rev. J. Bernard Wilder, Assoc. PE. The Rev. Larnie G. Horton, Assoc. PE. FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP PHILIP ROBERT COUSIN, SR. AUGUST 3-10, 2008 CANADIAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Grant AMEC, Toronto Crowne Plaza Toronto 416-449-4111 or 877-474-6835 Room Rate: $129 single; $139 double; $149 triple; $159 quad (Canadian/plus tax) Reservation Deadline: July 11; Free parking The Rev. Cory Millben, Host Pastor and P. E. AUGUST 18-25, 2008 MICHIGAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Ebenezer AMEC, Detroit, MI Hyatt Regency Hotel, Dearborn, MI 313-593-1234 or 800-233-1234 Room Rate: $109 single/double/triple/quad plus tax Reservation Deadline: August 8; Free parking The Rev. H. Michael Lemmons, Host Pastor SEPTEMBER 7-14, 2008 ILLINOIS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Ward Chapel AMEC, Peoria, IL Site to be determined The Rev. James Bailey, Host Pastor SEPTEMBER 21-28, 2008 INDIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Central Indiana Ministerial Alliance Site to be determined The Rev. Samuel Sumner, President OCTOBER 5-12, 2008 CHICAGO ANNUAL CONFERENCE Host: Coppin AMEC, Chicago, IL Wyndham Hotel, Lisle, IL Room Rate: $115 flat plus tax Reservation Deadline: September 3; Free parking The Rev. Walter Bauldrick, Host Pastor OCTOBER 23-25, 2008 FOURTH DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING Crowne Plaza O'Hare, Rosemont, IL Room Rate: $99 flat plus tax Reservation Deadline: October 8 Parking: $5 per day with in/out privileges for hotel guests only TWENTIETH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH = BISHOP WILFRED J. MESSIAH APRIL 16-20, 2008 MID-YEAR AND CHRISTIAN Annual Conference Schedules x irx< x3 x97 % EDUCATION CONGRESS Gumtree A.M.E. Church Bulawayo, Zimbabwe The Rev. Eustace B. Ginya, Host Pastor ...From Women’s on p2... grandchildren. The Raybons are long time members of Shorter Community A.M.E. Church in Denver, CO. The philosophy that guides Ms. Raybon’s life on a daily basis is one of her favorite New Testament Scriptures, Romans 1:16: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salva- tion of everyone who believes.” - Honoree for Health and Wellness - Ms. Ola Smith, CEO of McKinney Community Health Center: A native of Charleston, South Carolina, Ms. Ola Smith settled in Waycross after years of service as the Travel Secretary for Bishop and Episcopal Supervisor Ming during their tenure in the Sixth Episcopal District: Ms. Smith’s years of service in the U.S. Army, educational training at Columbus State and South Carolina State University and pre- vious experience as a CFO at Southside Health Care in Atlanta prepared her for her role in Waycross as CEO of McKinney Community Health Center which she assumed in 1998. As CEO, Ms. Smith provides lead- ership for five medical sites, two outreach sites and a senior daycare pro- gram of a staff of fifty-five employees and a budget of more than one million dollars. Ms. Smith is a community service activist, belonging to the Kiwanis Club as Chair of Community Service, Chair of the Board of Okefenokee Technical College, Vice President for the State Technical College Direc- tors’ Association, member of the Public Health Board of Directors, Pres- ident of the M. L. King, Jr. Commission, past President of Leadership Waycross, member of Waycross Alumni Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and prior member of the State Workforce Investment Board. She has served on the executive committee for the Georgia Association of Primary Health Care (GAPHC) since 1997. She is a member of Greater Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, where she serves as a steward and Finance Director. - Honoree for Community Service The Honorable Georganna T. Sinkfield, Representative District 60, Georgia House Of Representatives: Representative Georganna T. Sink- field has been a civil servant to the people of Georgia for more than two decades. Elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 1982, she is the senior-tenured woman in the Georgia Legislature. Early in her career Representative Sinkfield established herself as an advocate for children and youth through her authorship of key legisla- tion, such as measures creating the Office of the Child Advocate. She also championed legislation for improvements in education, access to health care for senior citizens, for the uninsured, and for those with HIV/AIDS. She has also served on numerous state level task forces, commissions and councils related to children, education, homelessness, youth, the court system, and health care reform. Among the numerous honors, awards and recognitions Representative Sinkfield has received are citations by Georgia Trend magazine as one of the Most Influential 100 People in Georgia; The Georgia Gerontology Society Legislative Award for consistent support of aging issues that benefit older Georgians, the Council for Children, Inc. Friend of Chil- dren Award, the Shero Award from the Georgia Women's Legislative Caucus, the Vision in Action Award from the Georgia Campaign Ado- lescent Pregnancy Prevention. The South Carolina native earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Tennessee State University and attended Emory Univer- sity School of Law. A member of St. Paul A.ML.E. Church, Rep. Sinkfield and her husband, Richard H. Sinkfield, have two children, Rita Denise and Richard III, and five grandchildren. - Honoree for Economic Development Johnnie Lee Clark, Retired Educator: Dr. Johnnie Lee Clark was born in the small town of Graymont, GA, to the late John Henry Lee and the late Allie Mae Hubbard Lee. The first of seven siblings, she attended the public schools of Augusta, GA before obtaining a B.S. degree from Morris Brown College, the MBA degree from New York University, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Georgia. Dr. Clark is a regis- tered Certified Public Accountant in the state of Georgia. Dr. Clark has achieved an impressive career in the field of business education. Her first job after college was as Secretary to the late Dr. John Lewis, President of Morris Brown College. From that launching pad she moved on to serve as professor at Morris Brown, Atlanta University and ...Continued on p12 ===== DSC03950.JPG ===== ..From District Conference on p!... other as we build a Presiding Elder David B. Rhone, team on a God-sent mission to serve others Jr., the distinguished Presiding ; , ) Elder of the Atlanta North The Saturday Morning Agenda Georgia District Conference 7:00 a.m. — 7:30 a.m.: Intercessory Prayer. 7:30 a.m. — 8:45 Mlod e ieeutte Plead ning a.m.: Breakfast. 8:45 a.m. — 9:00 a.m.: Morning Praise and SiN Friday Night Sermon Worship by Rev. Mark Harkness and Rev. Jennifer Harkness : Allen. 9:00 a.m, — 9:45 a.m.: Workshop Sessions. Session One “Spiritual Transformation and Ministry Opportunities from Bib- lical Foundations.” Objective: To develop programs and resources that will help pastors and congregations become spir- itually transformed, using biblical stewardship principles. Con- vener: Rev. Dr. Jeffery Streator. Presenter: Rev. Dr. Lugenia Johnson, Senior Pastor- Mount Zion A.M.E. Church, the Mount Zion A.M.E. Church Legacy Project Committee. 10:00 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.: Session 2: “Spiritual Transforma- tion through C ommunity Partnerships. Objective: To encourage The Rt. Rev. Frank C. pastors and their congregations to meet their ministry needs g | Cummings, Retired Bishop of through creating covenant relations and community partner- "GUAT TCE TIE ships that produce economic development. Convener: Rev. very anointed sermon at the Lemora Dobbs. Presenter: Rev. Jennifer Allen, Gregory and Bubpta Nerh Georgia District Darlene Green. 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 noon: Session 3: “Spiritual lest sublet, slg Transformation through a Business Perspective.” Objective: To tae ty oak help pastors and their congregations become more effective in ministry through business opportunities; i.e. websites, business plans, 501(c)(3). Convener: Rev. Dr. McClellan Cox. Presenter: Rev. Comfort Ellis. Morris Brown College Update: Dr. Stanley Pritchard, President of Morris Brown College. An Overall View Phase 1: Pastoral Care. Purpose: To encourage and minister to mission and smaller churches in the North Atlanta District who may be experiencing difficulty in meeting their needs or obligations. Objective/Goal: To develop a congregational and pastoral care team who will identify and assess the nurture and care needed for the pastors and congregations. Duties and Responsibilities: Each pastor and congregation is asked to adopt one of the churches on the congregational care list and develop at least one activity with that congregation during the confer- § ence year. Each pastor and congregation on the congregational list will provide a need assessment and a plan of action. Plan of Action: 1. Congregational Care Committee will get a list of larger churches that will adopt a smaller congregation into one ministry of their church. 2. Congregational Care Com- mittee will get a list of smaller churches that would like to par- ticipate in the adoption program. 3. Congregational Care Committee and the adopted congregation will complete a needs assessment to determine the areas where assistance is needed. Commitments: 1. Smaller will participate in church growth Ji) and development programs sponsored by the Congregational Care Committee. 2. Larger congregation will host at least one activity to support the smaller congregation. 3. District will host one event to support the smaller congregations. Phase 2: Real Estate Development. Purpose: To enlist and bring together a Statistics Planning Committee of persons interested and skilled in business, finance, or real estate. To develop programs and resources to help pastors and their congregation in creating eco- nomic development opportunities. To train and hold workshops on church financing and budgeting and establishing church credit unions, investments, and housing. Objectives/Goals: 1. Community and land development. 2. Buy, build, and sell houses. 3. Investment group opportunity. 4. First home buyer workshop. 5. Create amen realtors (African Methodist Episcopal network of realtors). Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Each pastor is asked to recommend a person to work on this committee. 2. Each person is asked to attend the District Conference and Gathering Forces for Hope Conference. 3. Each pastor and congregation is asked to supply the mailing address and Ai email address of their church membership at the District Conference. 4. Bach member of Amen Realtors will give 1% of his or her commission, which resulted from the North Atlanta District Base. 5. Develop data- base with their local church and the North Atlanta District. Activi- ties/Events: The Gathering Forces Business (business, finance, and real estate persons are asked to bring their flyer/business cards). Phase 3: Economic Development through Community : re oe Pl . ores veanta he Rev. Kenneth Marcus, Worship Leader of the Friday Night Opening Service, and one of his powerful paras SP IES: gee te Brey e> Onno devel - ees singing choirs from Turner Chapel AME. Church, Marietta, Georgia, getting everything in spiritual order covenant relationship with the corporate business, banking, ,, Bishop Frank C. Cummings to bring a word from the throne of God government, and worship centers to Article Continued on p6 ===== DSC03951.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — 5 1) Pastor Gregory V. Eason of Big Bethel A.M.E. Church, Atlanta, gave a warm and heartfelt welcome to the mem- bers of the Atlanta North Georgia District Conference. The mega-church on Auburn Avenue was almost full to hear the various choirs sing, and Bishop Cummings preach the Opening Sermon. 2) Principal leaders of the North Atlanta District Conference, from left to right: Rev. Kenneth Marcus, the North District Board of Examiners, Rev. Gregory V. Eason, Host Pastor, Dr. Stanley Pritchard, President of Morris Brown College, and Presiding Elder David Rhone 3) The pastors and preachers of the Atlanta North Georgia District Confer- ence were in full attendance in support of their Presiding Elder. 4) Dr. Stanley Pritchard, President of Morris Brown College and Steward Pro-Tem of Big Bethel A.M E. Church, gave a very impressive update on Morris Brown College. The President is traveling all ac the state of Georgia telling the Morris Brown st ruiting new students 5) The Rev. Dr. McClellan Cox presents ministerial candidates to Presiding Elder David Rhone for his approval to be sent to the Annual Conference for further study before the Confer- Committee. 6) From left to right: Rev. Kenneth E s Chairman of the Board of Examiners of the North nference, Presiding Elder David Rhone, and two distinguished lecturers of the aturday Morning Work- shop along with Mrs. David Rhone, the Elder's wife _ ——___ nn ===== DSC03952.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER» MARCH 24, 2008 — THE BALM IN GILEAD, INC, MOBILIZES THE 19TH ANNUAL BLACK CHURCH WEEK OF PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF AIDS March 2-8, 2008 By * Sister Saundra Lucas, Calls on Leaders and Organizations to Support New Initiative to Help Fight HIV/AIDS in the United States and in Africa. Thousands of churches across the country joined the Balm In Gilead and its esteemed platform of religious and political leaders to mobilize the Black community in the fight against HIV/AIDS during the 19th Annual Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS, March 2-8, 2008. The week-long event, oldest and largest AIDS awareness program targeting the Black faith community, mobilized thousands of faith institutions and millions of churchgoers to cham- pion AIDS education, testing and compassionate care in the African American community. Churches and community-based organizations can find out how to become involved in the Black Church Week of Prayer by calling 888-225-6243 or visiting www.balmingilead.org. According to Pernessa Seele, Founder and CEO, The Balm In Gilead, the Black Church Week of Prayer is the organization's most vis- ible response to those who have criticized faith communities as being “silent” in the face of AIDS. “By uniting leaders at the national level and providing local churches with theologically appropriate methods and materials for addressing AIDS at the grassroots level, the Balm In Gilead and its programs empower Black ..Continued on p14 ...From District Conference on p4...__ build and maintain strong community. Objectives/Goals: 1. To develop a team who will research programs, grants, and investment group opportunities. 2. To fund small business and support for mission of the A.M.E. Church. 3. To train, equip, and establish programs in local churches in needed areas- after school program, housing for the homeless/single parent/affordable houses, Hope House for people, feeding the hungry, prison, senior homes. Duties and Responsibilities: Pastors are asked for resource persons in the area who are willing to house programs: Events: 1. Workshop: How to Start Your Own Business. 2. Writing a Successful Grant. 3. Eco- nomic Development Summit (persons who want to join investment group). 4. Economic Empowerment Center. The Closing Worship Service The Saturday Noonday Recommitment Worship Service started with the Rev. Jeffery Streator serving as Worship Leader. The Praise and Worship by Rev. Larry and Allen Temple A.M.E. Choir, the Prayer and Invocation by Rey. Joseph McKibbens. The scriptures: Old Testament by Rey. Henry Borbor. New Testament by Rev. Norris Walters. The Epistle by Rev. Eddie Henley. The Worship through Music, Allen Temple A.M.E. Church Choir. Worship through Giving by Rev. Gre- gory V. Eason. The Offertory Prayer by Rey. William Pope. The Presentation of the Preacher by Presiding Elder David B. Rhone, Jr. The Worship through SAGE COMMENTS SHARED BY NOTED AUTHOR AND PASTOR RICK WARREN; HIS WIFE, KAY, WAS TREATED FOR CANCER IN 2003 CELEBRATE OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY AT THE GENERAL CONFERENCE! BOOTH #902904 ROBES OF FAITH, Inc. Design and Manufacturer “In The Service Of Our Lord” The late Henri LWhite & F Danielle White Co-Founder Co-Founder and CEO Official Vestments for the African Methodist Episcopal Church Exclusive Robes and Accessories Bishops + General Officers + Presiding Elders Women In Ministry « Pastors « Ordination Pulpit Handkerchiefs Church and Organizational Stoles and Attire Alter Paraments Banners Communion Cloths Henri L. 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The Elder’s Words by Presiding Elder Rhone. The Doxology, Congregation, and Choir. The Benediction by Rev. Carl Moore. Stay tuned with this reporter. There is more to come. and onto God and others. # People ask me, “What is the purpose of life?” I respond: “In a nutshell, life is preparation for eternity. We were made to last forever, and God wants us to be with Him in Heaven.” 4) One day my heart is going to stop, and that will be the end of my body-- but not the end of me. 4 I may live 60 to 100 years on earth, but lam going to spend trillions of years in eternity. This is the warm-up act-the dress rehearsal. God wants us to practice on earth what we will do forever in eternity. 4 We were made by God and for God, and until you figure that out, life isn’t going to make sense. 4 Life is a series of problems: you are in one now, you’re just coming out of one, or you're getting ready to go into another one. The reason for this is that God is more inter- ested in your character than your comfort. God is more interested in making your life holy than He is in making your life happy. #) We can be reasonably happy here on earth, but that’s not the goal of life. The goal is to grow in character, and in Spirit likeness. 4) No matter how good things are in your life, there is always something bad that needs to be worked on. 4) And no matter how bad things are in your life, there is always something good you can thank God for. 4 You can focus on your purposes, or you can focus on your problems. If you focus on your problems, you're going into self-cen- teredness, which is my problem, my issues, my pain. But one of the easiest ways to get rid of pain is to get your focus off yourself 4 In Reference to his wife, Kay being treated for cancer in 2003: We discovered quickly that in spite of the prayers of hundreds of thousands of people, God was not going to heal Kay or make it easy for her. It has been very difficult for her, and yet God has strengthened her character, given her a ministry of helping other people, given her a testimony, drawn her closer to Him and to people. 4 You have to learn to deal with both the good and the bad of life. # We need to ask ourselves: Am I going to live for possessions and/or popularity? Am I going to be driven by pressures, guilt, bit- terness, materialism? 4 Or, am I going to be driven by God’s pur- poses (for my life)? 4 Every moment, thank God! 4 OO ===== DSC03953.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — “HOW MANY TREES WILL DIE FOR THE 48TH SESSION OF THE GENERAL CONFERENCE OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH?” By “The Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant Although to date, African Methodism has not been at the forefront of the call for environmental justice; a thread of eco-spirituality runs vibrantly through our worship. In our doxology we sing—— “Praise God from whom all blessings flow Praise Him all creatures here below.” In our confession of faith we open with these words—— “I believe in God the Father Almighty Maker of Heaven and Earth___” In our hymns, both ancient and modern, reverence for creation is extant: “O Lord, my God when I in awesome wonder consider all the worlds Thy hands have made I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder Thy power throughout the universe displayed.” Or “T believe for every drop of rain that falls a flower grows____ Every time I hear new born babies cry Or touch a leaf or see the sky, Then I know why I believe.” Surely, we realize that the God of our redemption is also Lord of all cre- ation. Yet we too, like other Black denominations, have sat in idle distrac- tion as our home——planet earth——was being openly and violently ravaged. We are under-prepared to face the consequences. The waters, the air, the ecosystem, the forests all that was “good” in the beginning is now toxic, weak, vulnerable and endangered. “Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us.” In his work, The Cosmic Circle — Jesus-and Ecology, Edward P. Echlin | writes: “Thirsty Palestinian Arabs and African peasants struggle to survive on fewer than 30 litres of water per day. In Britain, people consume an esti- mated 135 litres a day. In Las Vegas, people consume an estimated 1500 litres a day.” What about us? What about the African Methodist Epis- copal Church? Will we be guilty of perpetuating the holocaust against the earth? Will indulgence, excess and waste be our global ecological witness at the 48th General conference in St. Louis? Or will we as “stew- ards of the mercies of God” initiate policies, practices and liturgies for the renewal of the earth? “The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof. The world and they who dwell therein.” (Psalm 24:1) “They who dwell therein” includes the birds, the butterflies, the bees, as well as, all lions and tigers and alligators. To our shame, humanity is on a path that will render “the fullness” a wilderness. The Hour of Repentance has come. A radically fresh understanding | of our relationship to planet earth can emerge from prayer, reflection and honest discussion both locally and connectionally. Psalm 8:6 says that we have been “given dominion.” In humility, let us shape an ecological witness of grace and sustainability. Let us covenant in all things to acknowledge, preserve and protect the integrity of creation. Let us pass on to succeeding generations a legacy of Earth care and rey- erence that they will faithfully honor. I would like to offer to those who will receive them, 12 steps to Eco- logical Compassion, as we worship and witness in this nuclear millen- nium. May the ancestors, in the “cloud of witnesses” who surround us in St. Louis, rejoice and be glad! (Proverbs 3:19-20), (Proverbs 8:22-32), (Isaiah 63:17-18; 21-22) Bless Creation Daily (I Chronicles 29:10-13) (Psalm 145:6). Pack with Simplicity (Jeremiah 29:7) (Matthew 6:26-29). Recycle Daily (Matthew 16:19) (Galatians 5:25). Conserve Water (Psalm 8:6) (Psalm 23:106) (Matthew 9:13) Conserve Electricity (Ephesians 3:20) (IJ Corinthians 6:1-7). No Smoking (Romans 12:1) (I Thess. 1:5). Use Recycled Paper (2 Chronicles 7:14) (Hebrews 9:14). Walk (Genesis 17:10) (Isaiah 30:20-21). Minimize use of cell phones, iPods, computers, televisions, radios (I Corinthians 4:20) (Revelation 7:15). Minimize Credit Card Debt (Proverbs 10:4) (Hebrews 18:5). Portion Control (prevents excess and waste) (Deut. 8:3) (Matthew 6:16-18) (Romans 14:17). Plant a tree, dig a well, provide seeds, and/or donate a generator! At the close of the General Conference, give a personal financial gift to: Rebuild New Orleans (8th District) Development (Districts 14 — 20) Bless the Dalits of India (5th District) II Corinthians 8:1-9, 9:1-7 Colossians 3:8-17 Hebrews 13:16 Whoever in the Redeeming Love of Jesus Christ lives a life of Eco- logical Compassion will make heaven smile. You will evoke a new humanity, a more abundant posterity, a song of healing. The 48th Gen- eral Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church is posi- tioned to be God’s transforming presence in the world. We can exchange Sacrament for indulgence, simplicity for excess, humility for chaos, cleanliness for clutter and preservation for duplication as we struggle to restore the goodness of the planet. Let us make Kingdom use of all our time and all of our resources. “Sing, O Heavens, for the Lord has done it; shout, O depths of the earth, break forth into singing, O mountains, O forest, and every tree in it! For the Lord has redeemed Jacob, And will be glorified in Israel.” (Isaiah 44:23) *The Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant is the Episcopal Supervisor of Fifth Episcopal District Viewers most affected by the DTV transition will be those who rec antenna or “rabbit ears” attached to their sets (and not through a pai tinue watching over-the-air television after February 17, 2009, view to-analog converter box connected to an analog TV. Editor’s Comment: More information forthcoming. CALLING ALL FORMER 6th EPISCOPAL DISTRICT YPD DIRECTORS, PRESIDENTS AND YPDers Calling all former YPD directors, presidents, and YPDers of the 6th Episopal District, A.M.E. Church from 1966-1980. A YPD Reunion celebration will be held September 12-13, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia. If you plan to attend the Reunion Celebration please contact Mrs. Jackie Atkins, telephone, (404) 792-2768 or the former Director, Mrs. Helen Booth, telephone, (229) 838-4441 or email: helen- booth158 @bellsouth.net at your earliest convenenice. Additonal information is forth coming. THE BOTTOM-LINE FOR THE ISSUE OF TELEVISION BROADCAST STATIONS TO STOP BROADCASTING IN ANALOG FORMAT AND BROADCAST ONLY IN DIGITAL FORMAT eive only free over-the-air television through either a rooftop broadcast d provider such as a cable or satellite TV company). In order to con- ers will need either a television with a digital tuner (a DTV) or a digital- ===== DSC03954.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — yQ0 ~ Faithful, Fruitful, Futuristic ~ Committed to preserving the precious legacy and tradition of African Methodism through Evangelism Economic Development Equipping the Laity for Ministry Education Ecumenical and Global Witness “But be sure to fear the LORD and SERVE him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you.” — 1 SAMUEL 12:24 > tee 3" E CHURCH Fort Lauderdale, Florida ===== DSC03955.JPG ===== THE REVEREND DR. RONNIE ELIJAH BRAILSFORD, SR. 2008 CANDIDATE FOR EPISCOPAL SERVICE Proven Leadership: Church Growth & Development: (15 years at Bethel A.M.E. Church) A.M.E. Church Leadership Ministry and Church Expansion: Evangelism (Beyond the walls): Credentials Committee (1996) * Established 62 new ministries * Television Broadcasts Episcopal Committee (2000) * Purchase of a $5,000,000.00 campus Thousands Reached Weekly General Board (2000-2004) of 1 1/2 city blocks * Radio Broadcast-Thousands Weekly Ministerial Retirement Board-Secretary 86,000 square feet of building space General Conference Commission 1407 classrooms and offices Education & Economic Development: Executive Committee 4 Buildings: Sanctuary, Education, * 52 jobs for Church members and the Administration and Family Life Center community on Campus Community Leadership: 4 Houses Real Estate Property Former Chair of Columbia Urban League Board Chapel Established the Renaissance Foundation: Trustee, Sisters of Charity Foundation Cafeteria $5,700,000.00 Cultural Arts Center in process of South Carolina Completely modernized with campus Partners to provide 200 family housing units-- Trustee, Allen University upgrades of $1,400,000.00 generates $1,000,000.00 plus annually Chairman, Bethel Learning Centers Founded the Bethel Learning Centers: Board Member, Renaissance Foundation Membership: An accredited school--Presently, 277 children; * 1,700 plus new joiners new building will accommodate 200 additional Brailsford for Bishop 2008 * 1,000 plus conversions children P.O. Box 7004 $3,000,000.00 Project: New School Building Columbia, SC 29202 Annual Finances: Erected (2007)--Opens January 2, 2008 ay onennr com * From $160,000.00 in 1992 to ‘ : ie Updated 11/9/07 www.brailsfordforbishop.com sean a a : é u ===== DSC03956.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — ...From St. Paul on pl... McKenzie, Presiding Prelate of the Thir- a mi pt ; re : believe that God is able. Jude brings us to the teenth Episcopal District, appointed the Reverend Troy I, Thomas as | conclusion to commit to a God who is able to keep you from falling, not Pastor of Historic St. Paul, Lexington. only physically, but from falling out of spiritual grace and keep our The spiritual transformation began on Sunday, December 9, 2007 | spirits from falling, No matter what is said: God is Able when Reverend Troy and his family, the Reverend Maxine, Tricia, and | — February 3, 2008, Reverend Maxine Thomas was appointed as Assis- their daughters, Traci and Trina, arrived at Historic St. Paul for the first | tant Pastor of Historic St. Paul A.M.E. Church and delivered the time. He came in reviving, rejuvenating, and uplifting the congregation | morning message entitled, “God is not Through with Me Yet,” taken with his energizing manner of delivering the Word. As the members sat | from Ephesians 2:10. Rev. Maxine said, “We are all a work in progress,” in awe of this great transformation taking place, they were compelled to | Founder’s Day was celebrated on Sunday, February 10, 2007 with the get excited and proclaim that God is still in control and Jesus Christ is | congregation dressed in African attire and bright colors. The sermon for the King of our life. \ Before his sermon Reverend Thomas announced that he loves to preach (and preach he does) and he told the congregation, “If you don’t help me, I will preach all day.” His first sermon at St. Paul: “There’s a Blessing in | Pressing.” Philippians 3:13-14; Forgetting those things } i behind and pressing forward — too many believers give up, throw in the towel, become negative. Life gets tough, we all go through some stuff, but you have to learn how to forget some stuff, the good is in front of you St. Paul. God wants us to understand this morning | — that there is a blessing in pressing. i We are at a new level of worship, praise, celebration and commitment, pressing our way through believing everyday circumstances the celebration was “This Is My Story,” taken from Acts 3:6-10. The preacher focused upon the fact that all of us have struggled in some form or the other and all of us have a story to tell, Too often in the church we don’t know each other’s story. When God steps in our story gets changed, it is rewritten and new chapters are added. Whatever your story, it is just a foretaste of God’s love. If asked to describe Pastor Thomas the response would be, he is an enthusiastic, energetic, press-for- ward, spiritual motivator. With the brief sermon excerpts listed, I cannot begin to apprise you of the wonderful, motivating, uplifting, spiritually rewarding, soul-stirring, heart-changing sermons we -have been blessed to hear, since the spiritual transformation began that healing, deliverance and financial restoration will L : at Historic St. Paul; rarely do we see such energy, such come. Pastor Thomas implored us to see a brighter day ahead for St. _ enthusiasm, such excitement about the Word and understand the poten- Paul, to forget about yesterday and press on, the past is the past. _ tial possibilities of the church. And so it goes Sunday after Sunday, such sermons as: Where Is Your I feel privileged to see the change in attitudes toward praising. I am Faith? Hebrews 11:5-6; by faith we believe, we receive, we take back; | blessed by the joyful spirits of the saints, hopeful about the increased atten- What a Night! Luke 2:8-10, This might remind you of a night that was | dance in worship services, Bible Study and prayerful spirit of the church. not so holy, but in the Christian church, one night stands out above all | I am thankful for Bishop McKenzie’s foresight to reach beyond the others — a night God had already preordained — one night when God | boundaries of Kentucky and Tennessee and infuse some “new blood,” spoke. Every night ends with a day of rising. | with a fresh approach, a willingness to serve all people, and a return to January 2008, the first Sunday of the New Year the St. Paul Church | what we once knew at St. Paul Lexington. Truly we are experiencing the Family experienced first hand the realization of just what God has done, | blessings and favor of God. and is doing for us as a church when the dynamic duo delivered a dual | The Thomas’ are now native Lexingtonians; they reside at 1325 sermon entitled, “Do Something About It,” taken from Nehemiah 2:17- Copper Run Boulevard. On Sunday, March 9, 2009 we celebrated this 18. We have too many excuses — too old, too young, can’t pray, too | blessing of the Thomas Family with a “welcome to St. Paul and the Lex- busy, etc. The preachers encouraged us to develop a Nehemiah spirit — | ington Community program” and reception at 4:00 p.m. St. Paul when there is a problem, face it; God will give you the strength. See the | A.M.E. Church extended a welcome to everyone to come and share with us in welcoming the Thomas family. | about It. “My God Is Able,” from Jude 1: 20-25. God is beyond our *Doris J. Coffey is a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church need and rise to the occasion. Capture the vision and Do Something | ...From The Allegheny on p1... Episcopal Church worshiped back in subject, “Servants Called to Make a Difference” taken from I Peter the day when there was no electricity. 4:10-11. He stated “that which we have already, hold fast until I come.” The ministry of music being provided by various choirs of the Dis- The three things that everyone has are body, soul and spirit. With the trict, Wayman Chapel - New Brighton; Calvary - Braddock; and St. John - Bridgewater, the Holy Spirit was in the place. Feet were tapping and hands were clapping! Reverend Dr. Eric L. Brown, Presiding Elder of the Allegheny Scranton District, introduced the Reverend P. Robert Tate, Presiding you. With the spirit - we all can make a difference with God. body, we can’t make a difference without God. God’s church has many vessels which are planted but it takes water and cultivation for it to grow - God will give the increase. With the soul - God breathed life into Elder of the North Ohio Conference, Youngstown District; the Guest As we celebrate Founder's Day, Richard Allen was a servant who Preacher for the occasion. truly was called to make a difference! Presiding Elder Tate preached with power and conviction from the Submitted by — Shelly Brown, Allegheny Scranton District Secretary ...From The Council on p1... oe evangelical and therapeutic programs or activities Ad Hoc Prayer Committee for the 48th Quadrennial General Conference Commission: The Right Reverend Sarah F. Davis — Chairperson; Presiding Prelate, 18th Episcopal District The Reverend Dorisalene Hughes — Coordinator; Prayer Leader, 5th Episcopal District Exhorter Dr. T. Carlton Richardson — Assistant Coordinator; Prayer Leader, 2nd Episcopal District For Prayer Support and Materials: PrayerAMEC2008 @ aol.com or telephone: 202-674-PRAY/202-674-7729. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES *Submitted by the Rev. Melvin E. Wilson, Pastor/Teacher, St. Luke A.M.E. Church, 1872 Amsterdam Avenue at 153rd St., NY 10031 The Paying for College Student Resource Guide is provided yearly as a courtesy of U.S. Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (Congressional District 34-CA). The 2008 edition of the Resource Guide contains info on national scholarships, internships, fellow- ships, books and web sites. To download the Resource Guide, go to: http://www.house.gov/roybal-allard/2008 Resource Guide.pdf. Please share this info with any high school or college students with whom you may be in contact so that they can take advantage of these many opportunities. *Minority and African American Scholarships* For the young ones you know and love. . = This site has 5 pages of Minority and African American Scholarships & Internship Opportunities. http://www. littleafrica.com/resources/scholarships.htm. ===== DSC03957.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — FESTIVAL OF THEOLOGY FEATURED NEW TRENDS IN PREACHING “Young Voices in Homiletics” was the focus of lectures, sermons, and master classes during the three-day 2008 Festival of Theology at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, March 2-5. The annual Festival of Theology was open to the public, and the endowed Greenhoe and Caldwell Lectureships enabled Louisville Seminary to offer these outstanding learning experiences free of charge and to bring to Louisville, KY, nationally recognized theolo- gians, authors, teachers, and preachers. All lectures and preaching took place in the Frank H. and Fannie W. Caldwell Chapel on the Seminary campus. “This year’s Festival leans into the future by featuring four individuals who are breaking new ground in preaching in the 21st Century,” says Dr. David Sawyer, an LPTS Professor and Director of Lifelong Learning and Advance Degrees, who coordinated this year’s event with Director of Alum & Church Relations, Rey. Leah Bradley. Sawyer says participants thrilled to the voice of Anna Carter Florence, “Who is already established as a promising young leader, teacher and writer in the field of homiletics. They were inspired by the mes- sages of Otis Moss HI, admired by young Christians around the country and coming into his own as Pastor of the prestigious Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. And they were challenged by the visions of LPTS’ newest professors, Claudio Carvalhaes and Debra Mumford.” Each of them preached, presented a lecture about preaching, and provided a master class for individuals to explore their own preaching challenges with them. In addition to the preaching, LPTS alums returned for renewing past friendships with other alums during the annual reunion. Reunion events included a reflection on the current state of the Presbyterian Church (USA) with Stated Clerk Clifton Kirkpatrick, who spoke at the “Voices of the Church” dinner, March 4, 6 p.m. The following is a brief schedule of events. For a detailed agenda, visit: http://www.l|pts.edu/Alumni/ * Debra Mumford - March 2, 7 p.m. and March 3, 11:15 a.m. The Frank H. Caldwell Assistant Professor of Homiletics, Louisville Seminary. She is said to teach and preach with authority, creativity, and prophetic imagination as she guides future pastors in moving from text to sermon and from context to sermon in faithful proclamation of the Gospel. * Otis Moss HI - March 3, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago He is the author of Redemption in a Red Light District (Four-G, 1999), and his essays, articles, and poetry have appeared in Sojourners Magazine, Urban Spec- trum, and African American Pulpit, which recently named him one of the “20 to watch” ministers who will shape the future of the African Amer- ican church. Newsweek has cited Moss as one of “God’s Foot Soldiers committed to transforming the lives of youth.” * Anna Carter Florence - March 4, 10 and 11:15 a.m. Professor of Preaching and Worship at Columbia Theological Semi- nary, Decatur, GA. As a scholar and writer, her research interests are testimony, feminist theology, the role of experience in preaching, and the history of preaching women. She is the author of Preaching as Upcoming Reunion.asp. Testimony (Westminster John Knox, 2007) and the editor of Inscribing the Text: Sermons and Prayers by Walter Brueggemann (Fortress, 2004). “+ Claudio Carvalhaes - March 4, 2:30 p.m. and March 5, 10 a.m. Assistant Professor of Worship and Preaching, Louisville Seminary As a theologian and artist his focus on reviving worship for the 21st century is deeply informed by an understanding of worship around the world. Carvalhaes began teaching at Louisville Seminary in the Fall of 2007, and as a much sought after speaker, writer, and consultant, he has served with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in its peacemaking and immigrant groups ministries. All lectures, worship services, and master classes were offered free of charge. Michelle E. Melton * Director of Communications Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary 1044 Alta Vista Road Louisville, KY 40205-1798 800.264.1839 * 502.992.9358, direct * 502.609.5697, cell ¢ fe mmelton@Ipts.edu * www.lpts.edu “Make a difference for future generations of women. Get involved with the Sister Study.” Visit www.sisterstudy.org or call toll-free 1-877-4-SISTER (1-877-474-7837). —Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie Presiding Prelate, 13th Episcopal District African Methodist Episcopal Church Did your sister have breast cancer? Join the Sister Study today if you are a woman between 35 and 74 years old, and you have never had breast cancer yourself, and you live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, Deaf/Hard of Hearing call 1-866-TTY-4SIS (1-866-889-4747). BREAST CANCER RESEARCH Conducted by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, one of the National Insticutes of Health uae U.S. Deparement of Health and Human Services, with additional funding from NIH's and your sister, living or deceased, related to you by blood, had breast cancer. It’s easy! No medicine, medical treatments, or changes to habits, diet, or daily life are required. Black women should participate in the Sister Study because we often face the disease at a younger age and have more aggressive tumors. In fact, we have the highest breast cancer death rate of women in the U.S. National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities ===== DSC03958.JPG ===== ...From Women's on p3.... Kennesaw State College. She also served as Dean of the Clark Atlanta School of Business. She has served over the years in various capacities as educator, advocate (for Carrie Steele-Pitts Children’s Home since 1965), volunteer, board member, bank president, business consultant and proprietor, and partic- ipant in numerous civic, professional, and social activities. A member of Allen Temple A.M.E. Church, she is married to Charles E. Clark, Sr. They are the parents of Dawn and Charles, Jr., and the grandparents of Haley and Alex. - Honoree for Spiritual Growth and Deyvelop- ment The Rev. Dr. Jacquelyn Grant, Fuller E. Callaway Professor of Systematic Theology and Director of Black Women in Church and Society, Interdenominational Theology Center (ITC): Prior to joining the faculty at The Interde- nominational Theology Center (ITC), Dr. Grant taught at Harvard Divinity School. At various points of her twenty-four year tenure at ITC, she has served as visiting professor at Princeton Theological Seminary, Candler School of Theology, Christian Theological Seminary, United Theological Seminary, New York Theological Seminary, Bennett College, and Berea College. She has worked with the World Council of Churches, and remains a member of the Ecumenical Association of Third World Theologians. Dr. Grant earned the Master of Divinity degree at the Interdenominational Theological Center, Turner Theological Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia, and the Master of Philos- ophy and Doctor of Philosophy degrees from Union Theological Seminary in New York. Payne Theological Seminary at Wilberforce, Ohio has awarded her the Doctor of Humane Letters degree; Turner Theological Seminary at the Interdenominational Center awarded her the Doctor of Divinity degree. Dr. Grant is a trailblazer in matters of women, the church, and religion; and her innovative work in theology has led to the — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER’ MARCH 24, 2008 — development of Womanist Theology. Known as the mother of Womanist Theology, she has published many articles and authored the best selling book, White Women’s Christ and Black Women’s Jesus; edited Perspectives on Wom- anist Theology and co-edited with Randall Bailey, The Recovery of Black Presence. Dr. Grant is married to the Reverend Dr, John W. P. Collier, Jr., Executive Secretary, Department of Missions (retired) of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. - Other Honorees Honoree for Economic Development - Ms. Ernestine Bennett, President and CEO, E. B. Enterprise Unlimited, Inc., Wendy’s: Ms. Ernestine Bennett owns and operates six Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers restaurants in the Metropolitan Atlanta area. Inspired by her father, who owned a baker business in Greensboro, North Carolina, Ms. Bennett embarked on the road to entrepre- neurship after pursuing degrees at North Car- olina A& T State and George Washington Universities and a career in the federal gov- ernment. In addition to running a successful business enterprise, Ms. Bennett has utilized her business and entrepreneurship skills to develop young people through her involvement in mentorship programs at Southwest Atlanta Business Orga- nization and the development of an entrepreneur curriculum for Good Choices, a youth invest- ment organization at Cascade United Methodist Church. She has also served on the advisory board of the Westlake High School Entrepre- neur Department. The Atlanta Business League honored her as “Woman of the Year” in 2005 and as one of the “Top 100 Black Women of Influence” in 2006. She serves on the Board of Trustees at Cascade United Methodist Church and the Board of Directors of the Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women. Her civic involvement also includes the Advisory Board Member, Minority Recruitment for the American Red Cross, Southern Region and Atlanta Suburban Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. By Mrs. Clara Mitchell funding and suppott. gotten place. Honoree for Community Service Ms. Janice McKenzie-Crayton, President and CEO, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Atlanta: Ms. Janice McKenzie-Crayton is President and Chief Executive Officer of one of the oldest and largest mentoring programs in the South: Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, Inc. She has been at the helm of the organization since 1992, during which time BBBS has experienced significant strategic growth and has expanded its reach to ten Metro counties serving in excess of 2,400 children. Ms. McKenzie-Crayton held several notable administrative positions prior to assuming the CEO title at BBBS. She was Vice President for Development at Spelman College, and held administrative positions at Hampton University, and the John Hopkins School of Medicine. She also held an admin- istrative position at her alma mater, Howard University, from which she received both the Bachelors and Masters degrees. Ms McKenzie- Crayton has received numerous honors from groups and organiza- tions for her exemplary work. Recently she received awards from the Atlanta Business League, Concerned Black Clergy, and the Business to Business Divas Award. She is actively involved with community organiza- tions and serves as a board member for the Atlanta Partners for Education, Saint Joseph’s Mercy Foundation, and the Community Advi- sory Board of the Junior League of Atlanta. Ms. McKenzie-Crayton is married to Pernell Crayton, and they are the proud parents of two daughters, Janell and Carrie Rose. Editor’s Note: In honor of Women’s History Month, The Christian Recorder would like to honor other women heroines in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, especially bio- graphical sketches of active and retired Epis- copal supervisors, retired and active general officer spouses and female connectional offi- cers’ biographical sketches. Please send the short biographical sketch in a similar format as the biographical sketches in this issue. Hi i @ SEEKING JUSTICE AND JOY FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN WORLDWIDE The nation’s premier women in ministry planned a missionary endeavor that began on February 18th and is scheduled to end on February 29, 2008 to a little- known town called Wallacedene, just outside Cape Town, South Africa. The Rev. Dr. Claudette A. Copeland, Co-Pastor of New Creation Christian Fel- lowship Church in San Antonio, Texas; the Rev. Dr. Elaine M. Flake, Co-Pastor of the Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of Jamaica, New York; the Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Hale, Senior Pastor of Ray of Hope Christian Church in Decatur, Georgia; the Rev. Dr. Jessica Kendall Ingram, Episcopal Supervisor of the 10th District African Episcopal Church of Texas; and 100-plus doctors, nurses, teachers, ministers and professionals are traveling to the Motherland in an effort to reopen the Balm of Gilead Women’s Center that was built by Dr. Ingram in 2004 to serve the local women and children by offering diagnostic medical testing (especially for HIV/AIDS), basic job training skills, literacy classes, life skills workshops and spiritual development but sits nearly vacant, un-staffed and unused due to lack of These four life-long friends are banding together to move the Balm of Gilead Women’s Center forward and leave a legacy of caring in this little-known, for- ===== DSC03959.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER » MARCH 24, 2008 — ere en INI PPE 1%! 2? °° 7.555.000 8 By “Dr. Manning Marable In November, 1992, Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton defeated Republican incumbent Presi- dent George Herbert Walker Bush for the presi- dency by running his campaign on a simple theme: “It’s the Economy, Stupid.” The Bush Recession of 1990-1991 had largely disap- peared by late 1992, but millions of manufac- turing and middle-class jobs had disappeared, replaced largely by fast-food and service employment at minimum wages and without health care for workers. All Clinton had to do was to call for the federal government to create employment growth opportunities. Sixteen years later, we now have another Bush in the White House, who presides over a failed economy. What's truly bizarre is that all of the Republican presidential candidates who are run- ning to replace Bush are in deep denial that America has lurched into an “economic recession.” Technically, an economic recession is when, over a period of at least several months, there is a major slow-down or decline across the economy, which would represent significant drop-offs in wholesale-retail sales, real gross domestic production, and in the number of people employed. Historically, there’s an easier way to judge whether we’re in a recession. According to the U.S. Labor Department, during the past sixty years, there have been nine times in which unemployment rose 13 percent or more from year to year. In eight out of these nine cases, a recession had already begun when the increase in annual joblessness reached 13 percent. In the other case, the economic reces- sion started within ninety days. What’s significant about this is how eco- nomic history has a way of repeating itself. Back in December, 2006, the U.S. Labor Department reported that 6,760,000 Americans were out of work. Last December, 2007, the total number of officially jobless Americans Raising 13 percent annual increase Of course, that figure does not count the mil- lions of unemployed Americans who have dropped out of the labor market entirely, or who have accepted half-time and part-time jobs at minimum wage levels because they cannot find full-time employment. Based on history, as well as the current economic hardships suffered by every-day working people, it’s clear that the “Bush Recession of 2008” is already here. The continuing crisis in the housing mar- kets has made matters worse throughout the economy. Over one million American families are projected to have their homes foreclosed in 2008. Predatory lenders and subprime lenders got millions of people into houses they couldn’t afford, and now when their mortgage interest rates are scheduled to increase, there’s no rescue for most of them. The growing number of mortgage foreclo- sures has provoked fears that a surge in home- lessness will soon occur. There is already evidence that this is happening throughout America. The National Alliance to End Home- lessness estimates that about 1.2 million Amer- ican families are homeless for some portion of any year. About one-half of these families, 600,000 households, have a total of 1.35 mil- lion children. Despite the stereotype that most homeless individuals are single males with substance abuse or alcohol problems, the over- whelming majority of homeless people are in families who simply cannot afford housing. Many municipal governments have scram- bled to come up with solutions — but most lack the planning and resources to address the problem. An interesting study at the University of Pennsylvania may provide part of the solu- tion. The study tracked thousands of homeless people in New York City for several years. Researchers discovered that an average home- less individual used $40,000 annually in public services, including hospitalization and jail LEADERS ChangingLIVES CONGREGATIONS that nurture Christian vocation shape young hearts and minds according to God's call and strengthen the church with gifted leaders. To support congregations in this work, Calling Congregations provides a range of initiatives and assistance including: Coaching, grants and online resources Matching funds for seminarian support Workshops, conferences and training events To learn more or get involved, please visit our Web site: www.thefund.org/calling of @u@ Calling Congregations An Initiative of The Fund for Theological Education time. However, when homeless people were offered free public housing and human services such as job placement, health care, and coun- seling, the result was a dramatic improvement fewer homeless, less crime, at no extra cost, What's missing from the Bush administra- tion is a comprehensive federal policy to erad- icate homelessness. And that can only be addressed by establishing a federal commit- ment to provide decent shelter or housing to every U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Because when markets alone dictate the quan- tity and price of housing, millions of low income Americans are confined to sleeping in the streets and gutters of this country. The Bush Administration has also recently proposed a $145 billion “tax relief” package to stimulate the sagging economy. But the problem here is that Bush’s paltry proposal doesn’t put enough money into the hands of low income people and the working poor, who are the most likely to spend the money immediately, pro- viding the greatest stimulus to the economy. The Center on Budget Policy and Priorities, a liberal think tank, also has some excellent eco- nomic ideas for stimulating the economy. For example, why not give part of the tax relief as an additional tax credit for children? Or, per- haps, a tax credit that compensates workers for part of the Social Security tax deduction that comes out of their paychecks? These are the practical economic ideas that Democratic presidential and congressional candi- dates must talk about this year to defeat the Republican Right and the remnants of Bush’s cor- rupt regime. This election is about “Recession” and “War” — and what it will take to stop both. “Dr. Manning Marable is Professor of Public Affairs, History and African American Studies at Columbia University, where he also directs the Center for Contemporary Black History. The author and editor of over two dozen books, Dr. Marable’s most recent publication is Seeking Higher Ground: The Katrina Crisis, co-edited with Kristen Clarke. “Along the Color Line” appears in over hundreds of publications worldwide, and is available at Attp://www.manningmarable.net. ===== DSC03960.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER : MARCH 24, 2008 — (FORTHE Balin Ii Gilead, Inc. Mobilizes the 19th Annual Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS on pé... faith communities to respond effectively to this devastating pandemic.” SIMULTANEOUSLY ADDRESSING AIDS IN THE USA AND AFRICA To help mark the 19th annual year of the Black Church Week of Prayer, the Balm In Gilead introduced The Big Coffee Project, a part- nership between The Balm In Gilead and Sweet Unity Farms Gourmet Coffee, a Tanzania-based company, to support the elimination of AIDS both in Africa and the United States. This partnership will generate funding directly supporting programs designed to improve HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care services among people of the African Diaspora, which includes programs in the United States and Tanzania. Seele adds, “The Balm In Gilead, along with its national leader- ship, is announcing a call to action for all congregations, organiza- tions and the entire Black community to join the crusade for AIDS education, prevention, testing and compassionate care and services, By supporting The Big Coffee Project, we can raise adequate resources necessary to stop this epidemic among our children and adults. The Big Coffee Project also helps to provide the continuum of care to children and adults and bring clean water to poor villages in Tanzania. The Balm In Gilead has issued a call to action to individ- uals, organizations and churches across the country to support this project by purchasing Sweet Unity Farms Gourmet Coffee at www.thebigcoffeeproject.com. With your next cup of coffee, you can help save a life!" This is another historic moment for the Black com- munity in the fight against AIDS,” says Seele. HIV/AIDS AMONG BLACK AMERICANS According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of Black Americans living with AIDS increased by 33% between 2001 and 2005 and although Black Americans represent only 12% of the U.S. population, they account for half of AIDS cases, Black women account for the vast majority of new AIDS cases among women and while Black teens (aged 13-19) represent only 15% of U.S. teenagers, they account for more than 70% of new AIDS cases reported among teens, In Sub-Saharan Africa, an estimated 24.5 million adults and chil- dren are living with HIV. FOR MORE INFORMATION The Balm In Gilead is a 501(c) (3), not-for-profit organization whose mission is to improve the health status of people of the African Dias- pora by building the capacity of faith communities to address life- threatening diseases, especially HIV/AIDS in the United States and in Africa. Churches can find out how to get involved in The Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS and to support The Big Coffee Project, by logging onto the organization’s Web sites at www.balmingilead.org or www.thebigcoffeeproject.org. Information is also available at 888-225-6243. The 19th Annual Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS is being supported by Abbott Laboratories. Submitted by Sister Saundra Lucas, WMS National Health Director EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL POSITIONS Cover letter to potential applicants The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is launching an exciting recruitment campaign to hire future air traffic controllers. We are seeking bright, professional, and highly motivated individuals to fill a number of air traffic controller jobs throughout the country. The air traffic con- troller occupation is one of the most rewarding and dynamic jobs in the Federal government. We are seeking your assistance to spread this infor- mation to your readers. The qualifications for these positions are: * three years of progressively responsible work experience and/or + a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of work experience and college credits ° certain kinds of aviation experience may be qualifying * applicants must be U. S. citizens * the maximum entry age is 30 The FAA will train the people hired for these positions. All selectees must spend up to 18 weeks at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, Okla- homa, and meet all other requirements before continuing their training at their air traffic facility. The vacancy announcements contain all the information on how to apply and will be published on line at http://jobs.faa.gov. At this time, we are recruiting for positions Nationwide. The vacancy announcement may be found at http://jobs.faa.gov/asap_detail.asp?vac id=102077. All selected applicants will be administered the AT-SAT examination. We encourage you to inform your students, community organizations, and acquaintances about these upcoming announcements and job oppor- tunities. Sincerely, Miriam A. Vega Federal Aviation Administration EEO Specialist Office of Civil Rights Tel: 202-385-8440 Miriam. Vega @faa.gov The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is soliciting interest for entry-level air traffic control positions throughout the United States. The various locations can be found at http://jobs.faa.gov. Salary range is based on duty location and will be determined at the time of placement. No permanent change of station or relocation expenses will be paid for initial appointment to these positions. Prior experience or training in air traffic con- trol is not required. You may qualify for these positions on the basis of work experience, col- lege education, or a combination of work expe- rience and college credits. To qualify based on work experience, you must have three years of progressively responsible experience that demonstrates the potential for learning and performing air traffic control work. To qualify based on education, you must have a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree. You may also qualify by combining your work experience and college credits. One year of undergraduate study (30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours) is equiva- lent to nine months of general work experience. The maximum age for applying to these positions is 30. You must be hired prior to reaching your 31st birthday. These positions are covered by the air traffic controller special retirement program, and specialists are sub- ject to mandatory separation at age 56. U.S. citizenship is required. You will be interviewed. You must be proficient in English to speak over radios, intercoms, and similar communications equipment. You must also pass a medical examination that includes psy- chological screening prior to appointment, a security/background investigation, and a pre- employment drug test. FAA will train you for these positions. As a new air traffic control specialist, you will spend the first several weeks of employment in an intense training program at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK. While attending Academy training, you will be on a temporary appoint- ment. Upon successful completion of the training program and other employment require- ments, you will continue to train at your assigned FAA facility on a permanent appointment. To apply for these positions, please go to http://jobs.faa.gov and click on FAA Career Opportunities. Once there, choose 2152 in the Series drop-down box. That will take you to the open announcements. You will see “Click HERE to Apply Now” on the job announce- ment for your desired location. Be sure to include your cell phone number and e-mail address. You can also find the open announce- ments on www.Careerbuilder.com. ===== DSC03961.JPG ===== — THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER: MARCH 24, 2008 — THE REVEREND REGINALD T. JACKSON Candidate for Bishop 2008 First Episcopal District Church Growth » From 100 to 2500 members e Average age from 67 to 41 Children and Youth from 5 to over 250 GAC (Generation for Christ) Youth Church » Congregation 40% men » From 67" to 2™ of 104 churches in New Jersey Conference Builder Built two edifices Administrator ° Budget increased from $50,000.00 to $2.3 million e Full time Church Administrator e Full time Business Administrator » Church Bookstore 25» Pastor'6f St. Matthew/AME A 2% ’ Church all Orange, New Jersey i> dpe ‘af #6 e Founder, NIDA (neighborhood Improvement Development Association) Berwyn Street Project (affordable housing) e Hickory Street Project (affordable housing) ° Closed on more than $15 million dollars in mortgages for first time homeowners « Handyman Home Improvement Franchise ¢ Work First Job Training e Assist hundreds of low income families with utility assistance » Computer Training e Purchased headquarters building Educator * Chairman, Essex County College Board of Trustees » Former Board President, current member of the Orange Board of Education Rev. Reginald T. ACKS@® BISHOP 2008 Passionate, Prophetic, Productive Ministries e “No D’s” (No Debts, No Deficits, No Delinquencies » Juvenile Detention Center e Rites of Passage ¢ Lillian’s Closet (Free Children’s Clothes Boutique) e Food Pantry (open daily) * Physical Fitness Center (open daily) e HIV/AIDS e Health Ministry » Media Ministry e Radio Ministry Prophetic ° Executive Director Black Ministers Council (600 churches) e Led fight against racial profiling e Advocated Parity School Funding. State ordered to pay $8.6 billion * Organized to end the death penalty. Legislation signed by the governor e Leading advocate for Needle Exchange legislation. 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  ===== DSC04805.JPG ===== VOLUME 133. No. 30 given him by the Morris Brown Family. Bishop Bishop John Ellsworth Hunter, 101st consecrated bishop of the A.M.E. Church, died Monday, January 14, 1985. Bishop Hunter was the presiding bishop of the 19th Episcopal District, Southern Africa. The - funeral was held Friday, January 18, 1985, at his beloved St. Stephens A.M.E. Church, where he was pastor at the time of his election to the episcopacy in 1980. The Rev. Harold Huggins is the present pastor. Bishop Hubert Nelson Robinson, who was the bishop of the 4th Episcopal District at the time of Bishop Hunter’s election, delivered the eulogy. eS Morris Brown African Methodism mourns John E. Hunter by Dr. Robert H. Reid, Jr. Bishop John Ellsworth Hunter DECORDE THE OFFICIAL ORGAN E AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1985 Bishop Frank Curtis Cummings, Presiding Bishop of the First Episcopal District, keynote speaker, holds the special recognition award Bishop Hunter’s assignment as a bishop in 1980 was to the 15th Episcopal District in South Africa, and his last assignment was the brand-new 19th Episcopal District created by the 1984 General Conference. Historically, Bishop Hunter will be recognized as the first bishop to serve the new episcopal district. All of African Methodism mourn the passing of our beloved Reverend Father, Bishop John Hunter. The A.M.E. Christian Recorder staff and Family join the countless thousands who pray for his beloved widow, Mrs. Delorez Hunter. PRICE 50 CENTS Mrs. Nancy Stokes featured at Luncheon by Mrs. M. B. Prince Je nite Mrs. Nancy P. Stokes Waco, TX—Episcopal Supervisor Nancy P. Stokes addressed the Cen- tral Texas Conference Women’s Mis- sionary Society when they convened for their Annual Celebration. At a luncheon that focused on “Mis- sion and Ministries in the 80s,” Mrs. Stokes took her audience on a three- athousand-mile tour of the mission fields of Africa, with special emphasis on Lesotho. Through her eyes, those gathered for the occasion were in- vited to see the beautiful rivers and majestic mountains of that country. They also were made aware of the acute hunger which the people there endure daily, and of the need they have to acquire skills which will enable them to produce marketable items and, thereby, overcome economic barriers. In addition, they have a great need for leadership to provide essential training. The Continued on page 6 AME Celebrates by Peggy Pinder Philadelphia—Bishop Frank C. Cum- mings and Mrs. Martha C. Cummings, the Episcopal Supervisor, joined with the members of Morris Brown A.M.E. Church and their pastor the Rey. William Lamar Cody, and Mrs. Cody in the celebration of the church's 103rd anniversary. The Awards Ban- quet was held at the plush Marriott Hotel. Bishop Cummings, the keynote speaker, spoke of the history of Mor- ris Brown and the need to maintain accurate records for posterity. Morris Brown A.M.E. Church is one of the older churches in the A.M.E. connection. Founded in 1881 and nam- ed after the second bishop of the A.M.E. Church, it had its beginnings in a very small room over a store at Poplar and Vineyard Streets. The late Rev. Soloman Hood served as pastor of a groWing congregation and saw the need to purchase a larger building for worship. The building was located at Ridge and Montgomery, the same site on which the present church edifice is located. Under the leadership of the late Rev. John Harris, a decision was made to build a larger church for the congregation of Morris Brown that continued to grow. After worshiping in a hall on Montgomery Avenue, tem- porarily, the late Rev. W. R. Gullins moved the church family to 10th and Dauphin Streets, where the name was changed and Morris Brown was no longer a church of the A.M.E. Connec- tion. Years later, under the guidance of Bishop Heard, steps were taken to vacate the church on Ridge Avenue and to re-open it as an A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Paul P. Gaines as pastor. One of the greatest milestones in the long history of Morris Brown Church occurred on a Sunday in January, 1953, when under the leader- ship of the late Rev. E. J. Cross, the members of Morris Brown marched to the present location, where the church has become a monument in the services it has given to the communi- ty. The Rey. Henry A. Hildebrand, cur- rently serving as a pastor in the New Jersey Annual Conference and a member of the General Board of the A.M.E. Church, served as pastor of Morris Brown in the late 1950’s. In May, 1960, under the leadership of the late Rey. Kelsey G. Keeys, the church experienced its greatest triumph when the final liquidation of the in- debtness of the church was realized and a total renovation of the entire church building was completed. After the death of Rev. Keeys, Rev. Vernon R. Byrd was assigned to the pastorate Continned on page 2 eee aeons 5 =| AMEC EN F ALL BETHEL RICHARD PHILADELPHIA MOTHER 3-7 ===== DSC04806.JPG ===== we Continued from page 1 Morris Brown Celebrates at Morris Brown and, under his leadership, many new ideas were in- itiated and carried out. The church ex- tension and total renovation of the sanctuary were completed, Rey. Byrd was assigned to the New Jersey Con- ference in the late 1970's and, in July 1984, was elected a bishop of the A.M.E. Church, He is now presiding over the 14th Episcopal District in Africa. The present pastor of Morris Brown, Rev. Cody, began his pastorate there in 1979. In 1982, the Morris Family welcomed Mrs. Birdie Cody, lovely bride of Pastor Cody, and the family atmosphere of this great church continues. Pastor Cody presented Bishop Cummings with a_— special Humanitarian Award and said, “We are looking forward to eight great years with our new bishop.” Also, at the gala celebration, the church honored thirteen brothers and sisters of the church: Mary E. Carter, Laura Harmon, Louise Hickman, Yvonne Hutchinson, Mildred W. Lowdermilk, Janie Salley McCleary, Gilberta Mock, John Marion Patton, Sr., Elizabeth White, Kevin H. Mayfield, Sharon L. Pugh, Donna Melton and Monique Michele Smith. The Anniversary Committee, with Sis. Mabel Frank serving as Chairper- son, and Sis. Alice Rivers, Co- Chairperson, did a splendid job of pro- gramming the outstanding celebra- tion of 103 years of service of a great church, 9 Protestant churches Nashville Banner Baltimore—Representatives of nine Protestant denominations, represen- ting 23 million U.S. Christians, have moved closer to a merger envisioned for more than two decades by adop- ting a theological consensus outlining shared administration and ministry. The 70-page statement, “In Quest of a Church of Christ Uniting” was approved Friday by 99 delegates to the Consultation on Church Union, It calls for a gradual convergence of all Christian faiths, with a common or- dained ministry and shared worship, communion, administration and mis- sions. Bishop P. R. Cousin Jacksonville, FL—The Eleventh Episcopal District is moving to higher heights under the leadership of Bishop Philip R. Cousin, who was assigned by the Episcopal Committee of the 42nd General Conference to preside over Florida and the Bahamas. New directions are evident as a result of work accomplished in the Florida, West Florida, Central, Orlando and Tampa Annual Con- ferences. Bishop Cousin comes with visionary zeal heretofore unparallel- ed. In the spirit of Allen, the District is marching to the beat of its inspiring shepherd. move toward merger District Opens Ar The AME Christian Recorder MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1985 St. Joseph celebrates 115th Anniversary Durham, NC—Historie Saint Joseph’s African Methodist Episcopal Church recently celebrated its 115th Anniversary with dynamic morning worship services at both the eight o'clock and eleven o'clock hours. A memorable Fellowship Dinner was held in the Edian Markham Fellowship Hall of the church. se Rev. W. W. Easley, Jr. The Rev. W. W. Easley, Jr., serves as pastor of the historic church, which is listed in the Register of Deeds of Durham County as the oldest church in the city known the world over as “The City of Medicine.” St. Joseph’s was organized with only six members, in 1869, by the Rey. Edian Markham, a former slave who was born in Elizabeth City, NC, and sold from his mother into Ohio. From Ohio he escaped into Canada by way of the “Underground Railroad.” In 1869, Rev. Markham returned to Durham from New York City. Having taught himself to read and write, he began to teach the doctrines of the A.M.E. Church on the site where “Old St. Joseph’s” now stands, having been If adopted by the governing, bodies of the churches, ‘‘the differerit chur- ches would enter into a solemn cove- nant to do more and more things together,” said the Rev. William McKeachie, ecumenical officer for the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland. “In the long run, it would involve new structures and new local, regional and national bodies in which, in due course, more and more authori- ty would be divested pooling as much as possible of our resources and ministry.” The statement says separation of Christians into exclusive denomina- The District embraced, with welcome arms, Mrs. Margaret Joann Cousin, wife of Bishop Cousin and the Episcopal Supervisor of the District’s Women’s Missionary Society. The Lord God has worked miracles through this marriage and has blessed them with five male children; three are ordained ministers in the African Methodist Church. Bishop and Mrs. Cousin have five grandchildren, all boys. Mrs. P. R. Cousin Bishop Cousin comes well-prepared to serve one of the most outstanding districts in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. He labors to carry out the mission of African Methodism as envisioned by the forebears. He is the President of the National Council designated a National Historie Shrine. St. Joseph’s continues its leadership and service to the com- munity at large, under the dynamic and progressive guidance of the Rey. W. W. Easley, Jr., a spiritual and in- tellectual giant of a minister to a membership of more than 1200, More than 2,000 attend the regular ser- vices, Dr. Cecil Wayne Cone, Ph.D. and President of Edward Waters College of Jacksonville, FL, was guest speaker at the 11:00 a.m. worship hour and delivered an_ inspiring, enriching and educational address to a capacity audience which overflowed the sanctuary. Dr. Cone, a noted author, educator and AME pastor, challenged the audience with his an- niversary discourse based on the Dr. Cecil Wayne Cone theme for the occasion: ‘‘The Church’s Challenge: Remember to Reflect. ..Renew...and Respond.” He reminded the worshipers of their responsibility to the Christian church and to the historic uniqueness of the tions contradicts the “very nature” of Jesus’ teachings. The first step in a process of “‘con- yenanting,” or increasing coopera- tion, the statement said, called for not “a mere merger of denominations” but a new relationship emphasizing their common beliefs. All the denominations recognized the Apostles’ and Nicene creeds and three classifications of ministry: bishops, presbyters — or pastors — and deacons, although different tradi- tions and styles would remain intact. The gathered bishops, pastors and laity, who had been working out ms to New Episcopal Leaders __ of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. and is the first NCCC president from a predominantly black denomination. A noted expert in the study of black religion and worship, Bishop Cousin has led a distinguished church career. He has been active in stewardship, evangelism and Christian education. Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Edward Waters College, Bishop Cousin electrified the audience of the 1984 Fall Convocation. Included in his initial address to the college family and community at large, were new directions for the college, and the ways and means to fulfill the unfulfill- ed hopes and aspirations of the foun- ding fathers of Edward Waters Col- lege. Already, the State of Florida has taken note of Bishop Cousin as a dynamic leader who is returning to familiar surroundings, but with a determination to carry out the will of his Heavenly Father. The 11th District is thankful and privileged to have as presiding prelate Bishop Philip R. Cousin. Robert L. Mitchell, Ph.D. Director of Public Relations Black church, which has been a bulwark in any storm, with its conti- nuing leadership in the educational, political, social, economic and cultural aspects that enhance the development of Black people. For the oceasion, the Inspirational Singers of St. Joseph’s, a choir of young adults rendered special music that evoked great emotion from many of those present. The National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association was holding its meeting at the Sheraton University Center of the city and many members were thrilled to participate in the services of Durham’s great church about which they had heard so much, and took the opportunity to tour its facilities. A capacity crowd of members and friends enjoyed the fellowship dinner, and more than $22,000.00 was receiv- ed by the finance committee during the services. Serving as committee members for the anniversary were Messrs. James Tabron and Alexander Earle and Mesdames Rosalyn Alex- ander, Janeen Denson and Annie Ringer. Historic Saint Joseph's of Durham, NC, loves its first family, the Rev. and Mrs. W. W. Easley, Jr., and is ge- nuinely appreciative for the continued support and prayers of its many friends. Reported by Mrs. Elva P. DeJarmon Director, Public Relations St. Joseph’s or amendments to the long-anticipated theological agreement since Mondays, broke into song following tre unanimous vote, with See Amen, Amen and Now Thank We All Our God. ‘ The Baltimore meeting, the 16th plenary of the consultation, was described by various delegates and speakers as a ‘watershed,’ and “a} turning point” and a “significant new | phase” in ecumenical relations. At a concelebrated communion ser- | vice that closed the week of delibera- | tions, the Rev. William D. Watley, | associate general secretary of the con- | sultation, called the approved docu- ment ‘‘a vision of hope” for all the Christian churches. Watley said the agreement is “our understanding of what God wills for God’s church — not ours.” Representatives of the Episcopal, United Methodist, Presbyterian U.S.A., African Methodist Episcopal, AM.E. Zion, Christian Methodist Episcopal and Disciples of Christ denominations, the United Church of Christ and the International Council of Community Churches signed the document. The agreement must be ratified within each of the nine church bodies in a process expected to continue until 1988. Many details were deliberately left fuzzy so there would be, the document said, “room for the participating chur- ches to grow together in unforeseen ways as they work out the implica- tions of the covenant.” Although church leaders envisioned something like a corporate merger when they began considering con- vergence about 20 years ago, the elements of the statement approved Friday are not like that, McKeachie said today. Continued on page 6 C—O ===== DSC04807.JPG ===== MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1985 The AME Christian Recorder The Word of God Preached sua==ee Rev. Winton M. Hill, I Reverend Winton M. Hill electrified the South Ohio Annual Conference as he preached the Annual Sermon. He was a master of description. The spirit was high and the word was preached. Reverend Hill took Genesis 26P:18 as a text. Subject: The Wells From Which Our Father Drank. Bishop Richard Allen Hildebrand, Mrs. Hildebrand, Presiding Elders, Pastors, Women’s Missionary Society leaders, to the leadership of the Lay Organization, my Christian brothers and sisters. I greet you in the name of Jesus. I thank Bishop Hildebrand and the Presiding Elders for recommending me to preach the annual sermon for the South Ohio Annual Conference. It is with great anxiety that I ap- proach this opportunity, not so much because it is the annual sermon but because it is the “word of God,” to be shared among the people of God. I pray sincerely and I invite you to pray with me, as I attempt to share the “Word,” Remember well, the wells from which our fathers drank. Text: Genesis 26:18 .. And Isaac digged again the wells of water, which they had digged in the days of Abraham his father; for the Philistines had stopped them after the death of Abraham: and he called their names after the names by which his father had called them. It is interesting that we find that Isaac comes and again he digs the same wells. We should note that he does not dig new wells, instead he goes to the spot where the proven wells were. Isaac had enough sense to know that what his father had found to be good to him would also be good to him. I’m from North Carolina, you know, as a little boy sometimes in the summer our pumps would go a little dry and every now and then my grandfather would move the pump to a new location; but more often than not, he would simply leave a can of water next to the pump. As we moved the handle up and down no water into the pump and the water would come up. Isaac knew that is was easier to draw water from- proyen wells, than from new wells. Isac also knew that the wells of the father were wells rich in sentiment. When Isaac went back to where he had been with Abraham, old memories awoke. The water he drank not only quenched the thirst of body, but of spirit as well. The first well he named Esek, which means contention: The second well he named Sitnah, which means enmity: The third well, the herdsmen of Gerar did not follow, he named Rehoboth, which means enlargement, and he said, “For now the Lord has made News from the Northwest Texas Conference * (The Northwest Texas under the direction of Rev, 1. C. Cooper, Presiding Elder, met in a planning meeting with ministers, officers and laity of the conference on Saturday, November 10, 1984, at Gospel Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Slaton, TX. Rev. Edwin N. Scott, pastor, served as host. At 10:00 am., Presiding Elder Cooper and ministers assembled for business of the day. First on the agenda was the reaffir mation and appointment of officers. Secretary, Rev. W. L. Woodfaulk, Assistant Secretary, Mrs. Al Pearl Jones, Conference Dean, Rev. C. L. Boyd, District Dean, Elmer Wright, Associate, Rev. Leo Smith, Sunday School Superintendent, Mr. Cecil Houston, Assistant, Ms. Louise Hardeman, District Musician, Mrs. Fannie Burnett, Assistant, Mrs. W. L. Woodfaulk. Minutes were read for information, The high noon worship service con ducted by Rev. I, C, Cooper, Presiding Elder, was excellent and highly spiritual. The call to worship was done by Rev. Chenault, pastor of Johnson Chapel, Amarillo, TX. Hymn was lined by Rev. H. G Williams, pastor of Allen Chapel, Snyder, prayer rendered by Rev. Floyd Green, pastor, Simms Chapel, Stam ford, TX. Rev. Caiaphai Cain, pastor at Fabens, read the Old Testament scripture, Rev, E. L, Wright, pastor, Lee Chapel, Brownwood, read the New Testament The decalogue was given by Rev M. L. Goffney, pastor, St. Matthews, Monohans, TX. Presiding Elder Cooper presented Vernard Leaks, scripture. the speaker, Rev pastor, Tyree Chapel, Ballenger, TX. Rev. Leaks’ seripture was taken from 1 Kings 21st chapter. He chose as a subject: The Boomerang. This was a message that touched the hearts and souls of all present. Rev. Leaks said to the congregation, “to work together. If we do not work together, we will not reap the harvest.” Before the close of the meeting, Presiding Elder Cooper gave impor- tant dates of meetings to be held. The are: Planning Meeting, November 2, 1985, Bethel A.M.E, Church, Sweet water, TX. District March 15, 1985, Greater St. Paul, San Angelo, TX, Sunday School Conven tion and Continuing Education Workshop, June 12-14, 1985, Greater St. Luke, Midland, TX. Founder's Day, Paul Quinn, February 20-21, 1985, Waco, TX. Tenth District Budget, May 15-16, 1985 Hats off to Presiding Elder Cooper for a job well done thus far He is a man of God, a jewel for the Northwest Texas Conference, and a most inform ed and dignified leader, He } as his work together. Amen, Conference, The Missionary Society of the Northwest Texas Conference under the direction of Mrs, Ellen Ann Smith, Conference President, met ina yearly Planning Meeting on Saturday, November 17, 1984, at Baker Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, TX, Rev. D. Edwin Johnson is the pastor Registration was headed by Florine Goffney of St Matthews, Monohans, TX The meeting opened with a spirited worship period led by Mrs. Al Pearl sig Spring, —————— — room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the land.” Every good person’s life must seek to be like Isaac, in that it would not want to maintain itself at the place of contention or strife, but will seek the place where peaceful happiness may be enlarged. The miracle is not that God provided water in the desert — God can do anything — the miracle is that from Rehoboth, he went up to Beersheba and here for the first time appear the Words which are to echo and re-echo in the Bible — ‘“‘The God of Abraham.” The full reality of God, no language can describe ‘I am that I am.” But the meaning of God for any generation may be largely determin- ed by what the preceding generation has known. We often respond in like manner as reflected in our songs of faith. “T still remember mother’s prayer” or “Faith of our fathers.”’ Think of the enrichment which comes to a child when God is first of all “my father’s God,” the God of Abraham: from the beginning the Jewish people understood that and built their faith upon it. Religious inheritance which is transmitted through individuals, and through families, may become em- bodied in a nation. Consider the im- measurable results in history of the fact that for the Jewish race the God- to be worshipped and obeyed was the God of Abraham. Like the children of Israel we in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, we progress on our pilgrim journey, are not without a past. We have a patriarch in Richard Allen. He was born February 14, 1760 at Philadelphia, PA, born a slave to a Quaker lawyer the Hanorable Ben- jamin Chew, Chief Justice of the Com- mon Wealth of PA. Later sold to Farmer Stokely, sold as property, much in the fashion of horses, pigs or sheep. Like father Abraham, Richard Allen slaved a uni- que, intimate like altering relation- ship with the Divine. He said, of his experience in slavery ‘‘I had it often impressed upon my mind that I should one day enjoy my freedom; for slavery is a bitter pill.” The old old story had been transformed through the dynamics of the Holy Spirit into the new wine. Through the act of converting a slave, freeing him from bondage God had begun the process of creating a new wine skin. Capable of containing and disseminating the invigorating Gospel of liberation, which taught that Jesus Christ was born, live, died and resur- rected to end evil. And further defin- ed slavery and those who promoted, profited from it or accepted it as evil. This new revelation of God would determine and influence the popular piety of African Americans for the next 200 years. Men, women, boys and girls would be heard singing in fields of slavery songs of hope and liberation. People who never heard the name Richard Allen, would catch the fever of liberation theology and proclaim “I got shoes, you got shoes, all God’s children got shoes.”’ Many of the people who sang these songs would never literally wear shoes, but they understood that God had reveal- ed to them through the vision of Richard Allen that they were “the people of God.” Not only did God convert and free Richard Allen but he also led him to Covtimnwd an page & Echoes from the 13th Rev. C. E. Jenkins, Sr. Public Relations Bishop Harold |. Bearden, with Dr, R. A. Chappelle, General Secretary of the Church, and Dr, D, District H. Jackson, Paster, Cosmopolitan, Atlanta, GA. Clarksville, TN—The 117th Session of the Tennessee Annual] Conference, Thirteenth Episcopal District, the African Methodist Episcopal Church convened at St, Peter A.M.E, Church, Clarksville, TN. Rev, William F. Scruggs, Host Presiding Elder, Rev. E. M. Aleorn, Associate Presiding Elder and Rev. Kenneth E. Paris, Host Minister. This session of the Tennessee Conference will go down in the pages of history as one of the great conferences of the 18th District where Bishop and Mrs, C, E Thomas lead and the ministers and laity fol low. Looking over the registry of distinguished African Methodist one would feel that this was a “Connec tional Meeting” with Six (6) Bishops present; Three (8) Bishops wives; One (1) Seminary Dean; Six (6) General Of ‘ from ficers and wi ation Alabama and Georgia. Among those present were: Bishop and Mrs, C. E. Thomas; Bishop and Mrs, Howard Thomas Primm; Bishop and Mrs. H. A. Belin, Bishop and Mrs. Frank Madison Reid and his delegation from Alabama; and Bishop Harold Irvin Bearden, Dr, Clayton Wilkerson, Dean, Turner Theological Seminary, General Officers: Dr. and Mrs. A. Lee Henderson; Dr. and Mrs. R, H. Reid; Dr. and Mrs, Edgar Mack; Drs. Jayme C. and McDonald Williams, Dr. and Mrs. T. E. Cobbs; Dr. R. A. Chap- pelle, Sr. Other out of state vistors in- eluded: Revs. V. L. Brenson, Holt, pe Lewis Williams, J. C. Williams, McKinley Young, George Moore, H, £. Terrell, D. H, Jaekson and W. A. Williams. Coutinwed om page ===== DSC04808.JPG ===== The AME Christian Recorder MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1985 EDITORIAL **Our Daily Bread’’ A Universal Need The Thanksgiving season and the Christmas holidays are usually times for celebration and great feasting for Americans. In these special times when we are giving thanks for our many blessings, including our daily bread, we lift up our eyes to see the plight and need of our neighbors. This year, as we reflect, our attention falls upon the hungry people of the world. More than 25 nations have been adversely affected by the droughts that have caused severe food shortages. Because of the shortage of their dai- ly bread and the famine situation there, mothers, fathers and children, in- cluding infant babes in arms, are starving to death. This ill fate is claiming thousands by the hour. After viewing by way of satellite television the starvation conditions and the cruel hunger deaths of whole families, the haunting question comes, how ean such massive starvation deaths occur in times like these? Technology has satellites flying overhead in the heavens, photographing and recording these blighted desert conditions—conditions that allow real live human be- ings to drop dead like flies because there is no bread. National church leaders in an interdenominational meeting held in Washington, DC, reviewing the African famine crisis, have recognized that no fewer than 5 million helpless, hungry people will starve to death in this year. They focused on the Ethiopian situation as they weighed this food pro- blem, the futile plight and pitiful cries of the dying searching for daily bread. The starving people of the nations of a drought-ridden land claimed their whole concentration. Other groups and agencies are also coming to grips with this life and death struggle for the need of daily bread by these unfortunate people victimized by natural disaster. Church World Service, the relief and development arm of the National Council of Churches, has provided money to transport food to Ethiopia. The first ten flights of a month-long airlift to starving Ethio- pians began on October 26th to thousands who have absolutely no source of food. According to the Rev. Dr. Paul F. McClary, Church World Service Ex- ecutive Director, hunger and starvation in Ethiopia have reached mammoth proportions, exceeding, by far, the drought and famine of 1973. “At some point, we will look back and see that the Africa situation is the greatest human tragedy of this century.” According to Willis Logan, CWS Africa Director, the Christian Relief Development Association of Ethiopia (CRDA) plans to charter Hercules planes that have a maximum load capacity of 18 tons per flight for the aiflift. Even though we, as individuals, may turn off our television sets so as not to see the tragedy, we cannot tune out of our minds this international bread crisis. When you carve your turkey and slice that sugar-cured ham, your prayer can no longer just be, “‘give us this day our daily bread,” but, also, give them their daily needs; and make me an instrument by which this prayer may be answered for them and such others, all the days of my life. If you truly want your prayer to be answered, you ean help to make it so, You, as an individual, can give to the organizations and agencies that are set up to alleviate these cruel conditions, You can encourage church organiza tions, including youth groups, to join in a concerted effort to raise monies to contribute. You can introduce the idea to the fraternities, sororities and community and civic organizations you are affiliated with. You will then become the instrument you pray to be. Ethiopia: Church World Service Fields offers of help, urges long-term response A South Bend, IN, woman has offered to donate fees from her professional counseling service to famine relief in Ethiopia. A Fairbanks, AK, man raised money from a local bank for television air time for him to talk about the Ethiopia crisis. A Florida teacher is enlisting her class’s response to the situation in Ethiopia. These are among stories that Church World Service staff have heard about people seeking in spontaneous and often creative ways to extend their help to starving people in Ethiopia. CWS, relief and development arm of the National Council of Churches, has provided more than $500,000 in emergen- cy assistance to Ethiopia in the past six months. “The response has been quite overwhelming,” according to John F. Schultz, director of program interpretation and community affairs in CWS’s Elkhart, IN offices. According to Larry D. Hollon, CWS director of com- munications, New York City, “The calls have been coming continually for the past two weeks from people wanting to know how they can help.” In the first two weeks of November, Church World Service received near- ly $300,000 in contributions for Ethiopia from individuals and from National Council of Churches member church bodies. Other kinds of help also have been offered. “Dozens of doctors, nurses and former Peace Corps workers have telephoned in the past two weeks,” accor- ding to the Rev. Paul W. Young, director for overseas personnel in the NCCC’s Division of Overseas Ministries. “Graphic scenes on television of the terrible suffering have moved them to offer their services.’’ Church World Service will send a four-person medical team to Ethiopia before Christmas, Hollon said. f Willis H. Logan, director of the Africa Office of Church World Service, traveled to Ethiopia to discuss that country’s long-term food needs and ~ Church World Service response with CWS’s partner agencies there—the Christian Relief and Development Association of Ethiopia and the Ethio- pian Orthodox Church. MEMORANDUM TO: AME Christian Recorder FROM: Office of Ecumenical Relations and Urban Affairs The Rt. Reverend Vinton R. Anderson, Bishop RE: VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR CHAPLAINS IN VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HOSPITALS VAMC DAYTON, OHIO One Protestant full time GS — 11/12 VAMC SEATTLE, WASHINGTON One Protestant full time GS — 11 TO ALL QUALIFIED V. A. CHAPLAINS: VAMC DECATUR (ATLANTA), GEORGIA CHIEF OF SERVICE GM—13 Apply Immediately To: VACO — CHAPLAIN SERVICE, WASHINGTON, DC The A.M.E. Christian Recorder nist; Mrs. Sheridan Reid Editor. Dr. Robert H. Reid, Jr. Editor é ss of t vriter. The A.M.E. 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Church, Hot Springs, delivered the annual sermon on “Attitudes That Sustain; Faith to Endure.” Using a text from Psalms 27, Rev. Hampton was at his best as he stirred the congregation to a spiritual high. As he set the conference in motion, Bishop Brookins challenged the con- stituency to a new direction, spiritual- ly and economically. The bishop said that “we are worshiping like the white man used to worship, and the white man is worshiping like we used ‘to worship.” He charged the West to ‘put back into the church what used to be there. He further challenged the ’ West Arkansas Annual Conference to er join in the economic development pro- gram that has been implemented for the 12th Episcopal District. The Conference was well attended by members and visitors from across the Twelfth District, and was graced with the distinguished presence of Dr. G. H. J. Thibodeaux, a general officer and Director of Evangelism. Dr. Thibodeaux brought the message on Wednesday night during the Upper Room experience. On Thursday after- noon, the Rt. Rev. Decatur Ward Nichols, retired Senior Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, preached; and Rev. (“Gate Mouth”’) Moore from the Highth Episcopal District was the Thursday night preacher. The Rev. J. R. Williams did a superb job with the musical in- struments. “J. R.” really “put things in order.” Other features of the Conference in- cluded the Missionary ‘Night in White,” which was a beautiful occa- sion, as the women of the church reflected on its heritage in songs. Two young men were admitted to the an- nual conference on trial to preach, and four others were elected and ordained Deacons of the church. With a message on “New People in a New World,” Bishop Brookins clos- ed out the conference on Sunday, preaching from Revelations 21:1. The spirit was high all week, and it is ob- vious that the West Arkansas Annual Conference is on its way! Rev. Thomas W. Adair, Reporter Bishop Morris Bishop S. S. Morris Chicago, IL—Tonight is an occasion for remembering and reflection on an event in the life of David, found in 2nd Samuel 23:13-17. A tired army com- mander, weary with a day of march and conflict, sits before a campfire remembering earlier, more pleasant times. Cold food and flat, tepid water from his canteen, nudge memory into a barely audible ery—“Oh that one would give me to drink from the well of Bethlehem.’”’ Unknown to him three of his bodyguards overheard his ery. Slipping quietly away, they went through the lines of Philistines sur- rounding the city and returned, undetected, with a vessel filled with fresh water from the spring. They took it to David. He would not drink. “Should I drink of the blood of the men who went at the risk of their lives?” and he “poured it out unto the Lord.” No more can we consume for our personal pleasure and_ satisfaction that which represents the fruits of sacrifice and struggle of others. The water from the spring in Bethlehem is West African Delegates meet with Bishop Byrd Liberia—In a session. West Monrovia, conference pre- African delegates met with the bishop-elect of the 14th Episcopal District, the Rt. Rev. Vernon R. Byrd. On a hot Thurs- day afternoon, a gentle breeze blow- ing in from a nearby ocean became a part of a beautiful atmosphere of love and welcome for the District’s new episcopal leaders. Bishop V. R. Byrd The Prelate Mother Byrd Episcopal Supervisor Devotions having been held and proper introductions made, Bishop Byrd continued the meeting with the reading of a resolution from the District Laymen which proclaimed that the 14th District can no longer af- ford absentee episcopal leadership, a rr sets District Objectives too precious a gift to be profaned by common usage. “It’s only water,” some will say. “Drink it; it was brought for you,” say others. The water drawn from the agony of years of slavery and struggle is fit on- ly to be “poured out unto the Lord,” the God of our weary years and silent tears. So, tonight, we gather to initiate our Fund for Human Services. To those unaware, unseeing, unknowing, it is only water—and that scarcely enough to satisfy the needs and desires of one person. It is nothing when poured into the sea of human need. For us, it is a concrete expression of the historic and continuing commit- ment of the A.M.E. Church to pro- phetic witness and service. The Fund is one response of a Black church in a white society to the question of what the church can and should do today that has immediate and ultimate worth. A shrug of the shoulders will not do, nor will the callous reply of the cynic “So it was in the beginning, so it is now, and so it ever shall be.” The Fund is an expression of the calling, right and duty encumbent on Black Christians, as they collectively respond to the will of God, by speak- ing and acting in the public arena on public issues. Through this Fund, a continuing effort will be made to relieve human suffering, and to do so in ways that attack the cause as well as ameliorate the symptoms. Admittedly this commitment is a touchy issue at this moment in na- & Pictured here are delegates from Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Liberia. Also, in this setting tional history. The high visibility and vociferous cries from the religious right seek to deter those who wish to do more than bind up the wounded and comfort the broken hearted. Black churches cannot be turned aside from their mission; they need make no apology for this ready will- ingness to identify, define and describe public issues, to propose solutions, and initiate action deemed appropriate for their resolution. This is risky business. Such a posture readily lends itself to the assumption of final, ultimate, divine wisdom and authority before which all must bow. Always the church must speak and act in light of its highest level of understanding, but in full awareness of its limitation in wisdom and knowledge, of its own complicity in situations it seeks to address and change, and its own sinfulness. Yet, like Nat Turner, the Black church can do no other than take the risk, read and interpret the signs revealed in ears of corn, then speak and act with courage and conviction. ; Twin criticisms are leveled at Black churches: their purpose being to com- pel withdrawal from the debate over public issues such as, the racism ram- pant in every area of American life, the proliferation of nuclear weapons, environmental pollution, hunger, population growth, energy, the economic dislocation resulting from massive military expenditures, unemployment, the social impact of new technologies, genetic experimen- tation, ete. Continued on page é are Mother Theora L. Byrd, Episcopal Supervisor; Mrs. Randal, Overseas Connectional B'S OK Director; and Mrs. L. C. York, President of Monrovia Coilege. matter to which the General Church has given serious attention. Bishop Byrd proceeded to appoint an Episcopal Residence Committee to seek a proper place for the housing of the family. As of this writing, temporary quarters have been secured and negotiations for a permanent residence are well under way. Those attending the meeting heard each delegation from the respective countries outline their needs and con- cerns. A common request was that the Bishop and the Supervisor make pre-conference visits to their coun- tries. Further, reports revealed that episcopal 2000 AMEs had been lost in Nigeria. Bishop Byrd pledged to visit each country and conduct a Crusade For Christ and for new members for the Church of Richard Allen. Bishop Byrd assured the West African delegates that prayerful and financial support would be forthcom- ing from their sisters and brothers in America. Following beautiful remarks by the Episcopal Supervisor, Mother Theora Byrd, the meeting was closed in an aura of great an- ticipation. PRAISE GOD! Rev. George Wilson Secretary/Reporter ===== DSC04810.JPG ===== the AME Christian Recorder MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1985 A dinner was held for the members of the Executive Board of the Connectional Lay Organization, The Board of Incorporators of the African Methodist Episcopal Church met Friday, November 16, 1984, at the A.M.E. Sunday School Union, 500 8th Avenue South, Dr. A. Lee Henderson, Secretary-Treasurer. The President or Chairman of the Board is Bishop Richard Allen Hildebrand, Presiding Bishop of the 3rd Episcopal District. The following members of the Board of Incorporators were present, namely, (Left to Right) Dr. Jamye C. Williams, Secretary; Bishop Richard Allen Hildebrand, President; Rev. David Harris, Ft. Worth, TX; Mr. Robert Butler, Treasurer, Cleveland, OH; Dr. R. A. Chappelle, Church Secretary, St. Louis, MO; Rev. E. L. Daniels, Thomasville, GA; Judge Revius Ortigue, New Orleans, LA; Dr. Martin L. Simmons, Detroit, MI; Atty. Christopher Mercer, General Counsel A.M.E. Church, Little Rock, AR; Dr. Joseph C. McKinney, Treasurer A.M.E. Church, Washington, DC; (Not shown) Bishop Frank Cummings, Philadelphia, PA. Church Unity moves closer? Baltimore, MD—The churches of 23 million Americans will be asked to vote on extensive theological agreements reached over the last 15 years and aimed at eventual union, if all goes according to plan. Leaders of the nine-denomination Consultation on Church Union believe they have fashioned a consensus on unity, membership, faith, worship, sacraments and ministry which the 16th plenary session of COCU can adopt. Adoption by the 90 COCU delegates—10 from each denomina- tion—would send the agreements to the denominations for their individual action. It would be the second vote by denominations on COCU agreements in the 22-year history of the union movement. The first was in the 1970s, when the nine churches each favored “mutual recognition of member- ships,” the first step toward free inter- change of members. “Tt’s a watershed in Consultation life,’ said the Rev. Dr. Gerald F. Moede, Princeton, NJ, COCU general secretary. “If the agreement is adopted in Baltimore, common life will begin in earnest.” In anticipation of that agreement, Bishop Arthur Marshall, Jr., of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Atlanta, GA, and president of COCU, has invited historical figures of the union movement to participate in the event as guests. Three separate COCU commis- sions, made up of clergy and layper- sons from the various denominations, have been working on the material for presentation at the sessions in the Baltimore Hilton. United Methodist theologian John Deschner of Dallas will deliver the keynote address and the Rev. Dr. William Watley, associate general secretary of COCU and a member of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, will’ preach at the closing service. The consensus which will be voted on acknowledges the sacraments of baptism and the Eucharist, or Lord’s Supper, and sees the ordained inistry of a future “uniting church” as three-fold—including bishops, presbyters and deacons. Key to the gradual union process is what is being called “covenanting,” which involves acts and a process of developing rela- tionships that will bring the nine chur- ches closer together. Nowhere down the road is there envisioned one massive denomination that will eliminate diversity in tradition, style and ways of worship. In fact, an objec- tive is to retain and encourage this diversity while developing common life, worship and mission. One commission is proposing a series of steps in the covenanting pro- cess that includes the churches recognizing each other as true chur- ches in the ‘‘apostolie faith,” establishment of a single ministry and a regular sharing of the Eucharist across denominational lines, and in- itiation of common planning and car- rying out of mission. The ‘‘emerging theological consensus,” as it is called. developed out of principles of union enumerated in the 1960s, responses by the churches to an early ‘“‘plan”’ of union, plus experimentation with union models and consideration of sociological factors during the 1970s. The resulting work pays special atten- tion to the role that racism, sexism and prejudice against disabled per- sons play in keéping the churches divided. The nine churches in COCU repre- sent a broad spectrum of types of government, kinds of ministry and style of worship. Five of the nine have predominantly white memberships, one consists of black and white in ap- proximately equal numbers, and three are predominantly black. The nine churches are the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, the Episopal Church, the International Council of Community Churches, the Presbyterian Church U.S.A., the United Church of Christ and the United Methodist Church. Lay Organization in Executive Session The Executive Board of the Connec- tional Lay Organization of the A.M.E. Church met at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Downtown Nashville, November 15-17, 1984, with the Con- nectional President, Mr. J. D. Williams, presiding. Also present was Continued on page 7 Continued Prom page t Mrs.Stokes featured, . . women of the Missionary Society were challenged to respond to these needs, Edwards Chapel A.M.B. Chureh Was the site of the annual meeting and Mesdames Loretta Hill, president, and Elizabeth Brown, first vice president, presided, Activities of the day included a panel discussion on “Know Your Missionary Society” and a skit, “Children of the King,” presented as the main feature of the “Night in White,” The Episcopal District Planning Meeting for the Missionaries was held at St. Luke A.M.I. Church, with Episcopal President Mae Leonard presiding. At this meeting, the Episcopal Supervisor, Mrs. Stokes, set forth the goals she has chosen for the District, and procedures for achieving the goals, which include: (1) the raising of $75,000 beyond the cur- rent assessments for the District treasure; (2) setting in motion the adoption of the 18th District (Botswana, Mozambique, Swaziland, Lesotho) and the collecting of clothing to send to those countries; (3) to publish a quarterly newsletter at the state level; and (4) to develop a district WMS-YPD-Ministers’ Wives and Widows Directory. These and other recommendations were en- thusiastically received and commend- ed. a Continued from page 3 The Word of God Preached... - St. George Methodist Episcopal Church, where we find him seated in the balcony with other persons of col- or, they are involved in deep sincere and reverent prayer. When white brethren forced them from their knees, they all went out in a body to worship under their own fig tree and vine. This was the first well that our fathers dug, the well of human equali- ty, though poor, humbled by their social powerlessness. They refused to be treated as inferiors. All around our churches are battered and bruised victims of unempathetic, uncaring, misdirected government policies. Peo- ple who have given up, many who can neither read or write. One such man came to me a few weeks ago and said, “Reverend, poor folk can’t vote anymore,” “They changed the law.” During my in- vestigation of his concern I discovered that a woman had been ar- rested because she was attempting to register people to vote in the food stamp office. We must continue to dig the well of “human equality,” Richard Allen dug it but the oppressors have filled it in with stones. Let us remember this, the well of human equality and uncover the well. The second well our fathers dug was the well of self help. They decided to build their own church. Once com- pleted they called it “Bate-El” (The house of God.) They assessed their own needs then planned and im- plemented steps to resolve their dilemma. In 1984 we have other peo- ple who believe they have the answer to “our problem.” Richard Allen, did not rely on the ability of the Whigs or the Tory’s to analyze what was good for African Americans. He had dug and drank the water from the well called self help. The third well our fathers dug was the well of Union, the coming together, the sticking together and the sharing in the suffering and in the liberation of one another. In 1816 they formed the African Methodist Episcopal Church as a Connectional Church. In 1844 they started Union Seminary to educate their preachers. In 1863 they purchased Wilberforce University. They believed that with ~~ faith in God, the guidance and power of the Holy Spirit that nothing ‘was impossible. Whenever they assembl- ed in Jesus’ name the Holy Spirit came and filled them with fire and became in their lives, a very life giv- ing, continuously flowing stream of renewal within them individually and cooperatively. Our people in 1984 are scattered, we still have the light against the dark and vice versa. The educated against the uneducated, the black republicans against the black democrats. Let us re-dig the well call- ed Union, that was dug in the days of Richard Allen. Publisher’s Note: These are only excerpts of the wonderful sermon delivered by Reverend Hill. a ie Continued from page 2 9 Protestant Churches... “I’m not even sure that it matters that we have a single organization,” he said. ‘What matters is that we worship God in spirit and truth and that we’re doing it in as great a degree of unity and community as possible. “Instead of competing church agen- cies all kind of doing the same thing, more or less in competition with each other, we’d be doing it in common. No one denomination is complete in and of itself. “The denomination that tries to live by itself will die by itself. We have to live for and with and by each other.” ===== DSC04811.JPG ===== The AME Christian Recorder The claim is made that the Black church is so spiritual and other world- ly, as_to be incapable of addressing such concerns. Some, making this claim, stoutly declare this is exactly as it should be, for Black Christians should “seek first the kingdom,” and eschew the struggles of this world. On the other hand, the criticism is offered that Black churches are so secular and worldly as to be corrupt and therefore completely irresponsible and unreliable in their advice and counsel. Of course, Black churches are deep- ly spiritual, proclaiming a personal faith calling upon all to remember and serve the Lord, who brought them “out of the land of Egypt and out of the house of bondage.” Black chur- ches affirm the need to remember and “rock from whence they were hewn and the pit from which they were dug.” Thus Black Christians must lay hold of the unfailing source of strength and courage required to say “NO” to the NOs of a racist society. Some in Black churches may counsel sit down, servant, sit down.” Always, however, the response has been “My soul’s so happy I can’t sit down,” Black churches have ‘‘been in the storm so long,” have “been buked and scorned” but remain determined to “stay on the battlefield,” certain that “when the battle of life is over,” they “have a home in that land,” where “the wicked cease from troubl- ing and the weary shall be at rest.” One writer has noted that medieval piety has portrayed, Jesus as a droop- ing, pain drenched, bleeding, defeated figure on a cross. Such representa- _. tion, however, does not truly repre- _ sent the picture set forth in the New “Testament. There Jesus’ passion is not that of a passive victim. Rather, he is the one whose mighty victory over death and the grave put an end to the rule of the principalities and powers of this world. His passion was a mighty work of deliverance. So with Black churches. Their spiritual life has led not to compliance, accomodation, submission and sur- render, but to a resilient courage and power to speak and act boldly “in the liberty wherewith Christ has set them free.” There is no gainsaying the fact that secular influence has corrupted many in Black churches and erodes their capacity for faithful witness and ser- vice. The inner life and public witness of the church has been polluted by their acceptance and accomodation to the powers of the world. None can testify to this better than those who reside in major urban centers, such as Chicago. Such unfaithful leadership is an aberration which no more represents the main stream of Black church life than escapism represents the spiritual life of the church. Constant eternal vigilance is re- quired to prevent these derangements from absorbing our zeal and energy for public engage- ment in public issues. Not only is the quality of life under threat; survival itself is in question. il Black churches have a multiple role to play. They are centers of nurture committed to the Christian formation of persons, so they may live fully human lives in a world bent on their deformation. Our tradition of witness and service, noted above, will be handed on. So, too, will effort be made to cultivate and maintain a new, in- clusive perspective, which gives full view to global issues of which local National concentration on security at any cost compels Black churches to see and expose fissures in any plans for a peaceful future which depend on the needless escalations of the nuclear arms race. The terrible potential for dangerous and destructive side ef- fects consequent upon human failure or accident in handling nuclear materials cannot be ignored. Appeals to patriotism should not conceal the economic disruption in national welfare arising out of huge annual deficits incurred in underwriting the national defense budget. Black churches must call attention to the inequitable distribution of suf- fering which national debt and con- tinual inflation impose upon the poor and powerless. Their unenviable task is to help people see beyond the material relief that the arms race may generate. Instead the struggle to establish new grounds for a liveable, peaceful future for the next genera- tions must be advanced. Commitment to liberation and freedom for Blacks in the U.S. has its expression in concern and action to aid and support those in Southern Africa who are without power in their own country. This situation raises the question for Black churches regarding the manner and extent to which Black Christians can function in relationship to government which supports and provides resources for the oppressive government of South Africa. At the very least, every Black congregation can become a center for information about the Black liberation struggle in Southern Africa. Better still, con- gregations can offer support to agen- TE Oe ace the Chairman of the Commission Bishop Henry A. Belin, Presiding Bishop of the 15th Episcopal District, Worship Experience Sunday, November 18, 1984, was another high day in the City of Nashville. The 11 a.m, worship ser- vice of St. John A.M.E, Church, ‘The Mother Church in the State of Ten- nessee” was blessed with many of the dedicated A.M.E.’s who remained over for worship service. Rey, C, bE. Jenkins, Sr., is the pastor of St. John, The following were acknowledged and welcomed by the pastor and Dr. Jamye C. Williams, Editor of the AME Review and a member of St. John; persons Roosevelt Continned from page 6 News from N. W. Texas... Jones, Conference Worship Director. Presiding in the Morning Session was: Mrs. Winnie Wright, First Vice President. Plans for the year and appointment of Committee Chairpersons were made by President Smith. Appointed to serve as Area One Chairperson was, Mrs. Emma Carroll; Area Two, Mrs. Naomi L. Graham. Mrs. Smith gave clear cut informa- tion, directions, and instructions con- cerning work, responsibilities and ex- pectations of the Northwest Texas Conference Missionaries on the local, conference, episcopal and national Lawson, St. James, Newark, NJ; Margaret Ann Fields, Warren, Toledo, OH; Timothy Johnson, St. Matthew, Philadelphia, PA; Joel KE, McLeod, Sr., Turner Memorial, Washington, DC; Alma D. Mackey, Bethel, Dallas, TX; Harold Gray, Allen Chapel, Indianapolis, IN; Chur- chel Swarn, Bethel, Plainfield, IN; George C. MeLean, St. Matthew, Philadelphia, PA; Harriet Truman, New Bethel, Germantown, PA; Robert Butler, St. James, Cleveland, OH; Leona H. Butler, St. James, Cleveland, OH; Roselle Ellis, Greater Allen, Dayton, OH; Donald E. Ellis, Greater Allen, Dayton, OH; Albert B. Brewer, Ward Chapel, Houston, TX; Amanda Johnson, Metropolitan, Washington, DC, levels, She said, to the missionaries, and I quote, “There is work to be done, and we are going to do it.” Dates were given for important meetings, leaving no room for ex- cuses. The YPD under the direction of Mrs. Billye Wright, met in an organization meeting on the same date as scheduled above. Elected president of the YPD was Robert Wallis of Greater St. Luke, Midland, XS The meeting was well attended. The conference is proud of their leaders. N. L. Graham, Conference Reporter Continued from page 3 Echoes from 13th... restrict the sale of the Krugerrand, and investments by U.S. companies and banks in South Africa. If nothing else, churches could ask members not to purchase diamonds, most of which come from South Africa. Famine, the migration of displaced people, unemployment and other pro- blems belong on the agenda of every Black church. Black Missionary Societies do well to participate in studies sponsored by interdenomina- tional mission bodies; however, this in no way should interfere with or pre- vent a continuing study of the needs of Black people in the Caribbean, Africa, and Latin America. The Black Church lives with domestic problems. The discrimina- tion and exclusion built for genera- tions into education, health, welfare services, employment and other areas including access to and full participa- tion in the political life of the nation are a daily component of Black life. The Black future is under siege. Black churches must ‘declare to Jacob his sin and to sau his transgression.” True, no congregation nor any denomination can deal with all the above and their implications. But all are obligated to identify an act in- dividually and collectively on pro- grams contributing to Black survival and future. The following represent some steps open to the 4th District: First: In every city and metropolitan area, let the A.M.E. Church take the initiative in facilitating the organization of an in- clusive Black Church Council, the purpose of which will be to encourage and enable coordinated, cooperative action by Black churches on issues challenging Black survival. It is a ma- jor tragedy that in a city like Chicago, Continued on page & Rev. H. L. Parks, Rey. Earl Long, Deacon; Rev. Edith Billingsley, Deacon; Dr. Wilkerson, Rev. Jerome Overton, Deacon; Rey. Charles Jones, Rev. Pattie Hardimon, Deacon; and Rey. An- drew Hall. Dr. Elmer Martin preaches Planning Session ser- mon. Great Sermons This was a conference of great ser- mons by Revs: Sidney Bryant, Ken- neth S. Robinson, A. L. Williams and Bishop Harold Irvin Bearden. The Holy Ghost came and people shouted all over the Church. What a con- ference! What great preaching by these stalwart men of God! There was also great singing as the Tennessee Conference Choir led on by Mr. James Seandrick in their annual concert. Mrs. C. E. Jenkins, Sr., Dr. Chappelle, Mrs. Susie Thomas and Mrs. Mary Parks. Mrs. Vera Matthews, President of 13th District Missionaries for the past 8 years turn banner over to Mrs. Thelma Hooks newly elected Presi- deni, ee “The group turned the conference out and chairs went one way and people another. Nashville, TN—The Planning Session of the 13th District met following the series of conferences at St. John, Nashville, where your scribe is the humble servant. In this one day meeting Dr. Elmer M. Martin was the preacher of the hour and heaven came down and joy filled our souls. Bishop and Mrs. Thomas gave their program to the District and it was adopted. THE CHURCH IS MOVING ON. and parochial problems are a part. ===== DSC04812.JPG ===== 8 The AMF Christian Recorder MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1985 TT TOO Lay Organization accepts new challenge Kansas City, MO—Mrs. Marlyn Campbell, upon assuming the Presidency of the Northwest Missouri Conference Branch Lay Organization, challenged the organization to be a relevant force for good in the Kansas City community. Mrs. Campbell sug- gested that, since there had been re- cent reports in the news media re- garding a severe food shortage in the food banks throughout the city, the organization should start a project whereby each month a person in need could be helped. The Lay membership adopted the idea as a project for the coming year, and each member was asked to bring two canned food items to the monthly meetings. It was also voted to provide $25 per month for fresh meats. A service agency was contacted and the name of a 75-year- old widow, living alone, who had recently had open-heart surgery, Was referred to the Lay Organization. Recently, at the monthly meeting that was attended by approximately 45 members, including Mr. J. D. Williams, Connectional President, the manifestation of love and concern was overwhelming. Every person brought more than what had been asked for. Mrs. Darlene Bailey and Ms. Gloria Nichols, after consulting with the widow, shopped for meat and delivered her a food basket. It was a touching experience. The gentle widow, with her strong faith in God, stated that she had been able to at- tend church only twice during the year because of her poor health. Before her health failed, however, she was a regular and faithful church member. The response to the request for can- ned goods was so great that enough was provided to last throughout the winter. The Lay Organization is en- thusiastic about this new involvement and, under the leadership of Mrs. Campbell, looks forward to engaging in more Christian service. Reported by Gloria Nichols Canter wd from page? there is ne such city-wide organiza- tion through which Black churches can gather to meet and plan for witness and service. Second: In every city A.M.E. con- gregations are under obligation to discover ways-of contributing. tothe education of children and adults: Let congregations adopt a public school. Let congregations open their facilities for after school programs to help children with their homework. Let congregations share in pro- viding career and personal counseling for children and young people. Let congregations provide scholar- ship aid for young people who seek higher education. Let our churches organize their members to attend and monitor meetings of the Board of Education. Let our churches encourage parents to attend P. T. A. meetings, meet with teachers, counselors, and their own children, regarding their children’s education. Let our churches give attention to the operation, program and manage- ment of community colleges which now represent the only upper level educational opportunity for thousands of Blacks. Third: Black churches cannot escape the need to provide relief for human needs. Food pantries are necessary if people are to get food, for example. But the church must never mistake the alleviation of symtoms for a solution of the problem. The political and economic system which produces chronic hunger must be examined and dealt with at the same time “surplus” food is distributed. Fourth: Black churches represent the organized, basic, grassroots gathering so important to the development of political power. Politi- cians recognize this and exploit it to the fullest. Too often, Black congrega- tions become willing pawns to political interests that consistently work against the self-interest of Black communities. Gerrymandering, disproportionate representation in city, county, and state government, will continue as long as Blacks surrender to the manipulation and blandishments of politicians, Black or White, who are not accountable to Black com- munities. Voter registration, voter education, financial support for political bodies, among other activities, offer impor- tant avenues for Black church action. Note must be taken of what should be obvious, namely that political ex- ploitation and domination by Black politicians is as onerous as that by whites. Hence, while Black churches act to support and advance political participation, they must retain suffi- cient distance and perspective to review, evaluate and criticize the political scene no matter who is in power. Such a posture is not easy to establish. Material gain, potential preferments, the blandishments of praise and position corrupt and destroy the church which becomes too much in the world. Many of you will note, and properly so, that nothing has been said directly about Black families, crime and violence, health and health services, and other equally important and critical concerns. The church cannot do all things at the same time. Once local congrega- tions and our Annual Conferences engage themselves in the activities such as are noted above, there is every likelihood that the new life generated will be reflected in ready engagement in new areas of concern affecting the role and function of the church in the world. The Fund for Human Services, an expression and source of strength for what has been cited above, represents our considered effort to serve the pre- sent age. If our faithful witness and service becomes the spring for the water of which our children’s children yearn, it may be that they, too, will offer up the water in thanksgiving to God for what we have done in our day. For this, let us work and pray. Obituary 4 A Aritha White Peace The full life of Mrs. Aritha White Peace came to a close as she went home to be with the Lord whom she loved and served all of her earthly life. She was the second child of Julia Chenault White and Mitchell A. White, born in Madison County Ken- tucky. She was converted at an early age and joined the East End Methodist Church and later moved her member- ship to St. Pau! African Methodist Episcopal Church where she was a staunch member until her death. She served as President of the A.C.E. League, member of the Sunday School, and a member of the Senior Choir. At the time of death she served as Class Leader of Class #6, a member of the Hattie A. Gholston Missionary Society, teacher of the Adult Sunday School class, member of the Kentucky Conference Ministers’ Wives Club, and President of the Cornie Parks Club from the time of its inception. She was educated in the Richmond City Schools, received her Bachelors Degree from Kentucky State College, and attended the University of Michigan and the University of Ken- tucky. She taught for many years in the Madison County School System, and the Richmond City Schools from which she retired in the early 1970's. She was united in marriage to the Reverend Miller Peace in 1951 who preceded her in death. She shared a ministry with him in the cities of Rich- mond, KY; Clarksville, Chattanooga and Memphis, TN. She was active in civic affairs as a member of the Concord Homemakers Club, Richmond High Alumni Association, Retired Teachers Association, Kentucky State Alumni Association and the Women’s Literary Club. She leaves to celebrate her home going: Two sisters; Mrs. Sedalia C. Schooler,- Xenia, OH; Mrs. Melvina Hughley, Santa Monica, CA; Three brothers, Alonzo White, Ethelbert White, Owen Z. White, Sr., all of Richmond, KY; Four step children, four nieces, five nephews, three grand nieces, four grand nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. C.M.E. Bishop Dead at age 75 Memphis, TN—Bishop John Madison Exum, the 38th Bishop of the Chris- tian Methodist Episcopal Church died at his home in Memphis. He was the presiding bishop of Ghana, Nigeria and Liberia, He was chairman of the Pan-Methodist Bicentennial Celebration Committee. Senior Bishop Chester A. Kirkendall, of the C.M.E. Church, delivered the eulogy. Bishop Exum who was honorably retired in 1982, was recalled into ser- vice in late 1982, when Bishop James L. Cummings died. He was assigned to the Tenth Episcopal District, West Africa). According to C.M.E, Church law, the college of Bishops and the General Conference’s committee on Episcopacy will meet and_ recall another retired bishop as a “supply” to fill the vacancy left by Bishop Ex- um’s death. The retired bishop of the C.M.E. Church are, Bishops Elisha P. Murchison, P. Randolph Shy, and Henry C, Bunton. Sherman-Denison holds District Council Paris, TX—The Rey. A. L. Brown, Presiding Elder of the Sherman- Denison District, greeted those assembled for the Annual District Council at the Ebenezer A.M.E. Church by saying: “Since it has become ours to work together for another year, let us lay aside every thing that will hinder the success of the District. Let us work toward bet- ter relationships and brotherly con- sideration, find our places, and work for the building of God’s kingdént®, here on earth. Personally, I want to extend to those of you who joined me at the Planning Session in Waco, my sincere thanks. Also, for the feeling that was shown to those who were less fortunate and for sharing with them your feelings by assisting in a time of need, again, I say thank you. Let brotherly love continue.” The meeting was opened with devo- tions and a beautiful Love Feast and was climaxed with a sermon by the presiding elder, entitled “Hell is Nak- ed Before Him.” The worship service was followed by lunch, organization, roll call and business. The finance committee, board of ex- aminers and district officers were re- elected and plans for the ensuing con- ference year were made. It was an- nounced that 1985 will mark the 30th Anniversary for the Sherman- Denison District; and an anniversary celebration is scheduled for June 8 at Taylor Chapel A.M.E. Church in Quit- man, TX. A successful and productive Council session closed with those taking their departure leaving with this “Thought for Today”: Faith, then, must open the furrow, And hope, too, must drop in her seed. Love, then, shall gather her harvest. Go forth in earnest—take heed: “For they that sow in tears shall reap in joy.” Rev. Robert L. Uzzel, Director Public Relations Sherman-Denison District
• February 15, 1940
  ===== DSC09033.JPG ===== PAGE SIXTEEN , international athlete, FROM THE CITY ON THE BLUFF | significance that the Ford Motor Com- | race’s fills the] Mr. Levj Bradle M pany has secured generous space for | chair of the executive secretary, The the reports read . ae all g (Continued from page 1) the exhibit of their products. But the | General Chairman is the Pastor of|“The people ha pee <8 this thoy m executive committee, even at a financial | Greater Ebenezer A. M. E Church, mind a Ry : 1» Six members Joined the Cc Quarter. Rev. William w « nee Ge Local Preacher Lic i é ister A. W. Smith The Projector and guiding spirit of] At this time allen this exposition, Dr. Baber made mod-|Rev. John E. Chrichtovy est explanation as follows :—“The A. | Mass. ; Rey. Griffin of . M. E. Church has been foremost in}and Mrs, Moselle ek. contributing to race progress. The|Conn. The Stewards ae Exposition seeks to relate the church | Presiding Elder’s assessme to the progress of the race.” ; : Thru Dr. Baber’s influence the Michi- gan Legislature was induced to: make Jan appropriation that made the exposi- tion possible. é Verily, “The Morning Cometh.” Fort Wayne, Indiana. : a GRANT A. M. E, CHURCH BOSTON, MASS. we will reciprocate and help you elect sacrifice, has reserved adequate space the man whom you feel worthy. There} for the exhibits that shall represent are just any number of Brethren who Negro progress. Every church, school are in the race for the office of Bishop, | of our African Methodism will have an but only a few can be elected at a time. exhibit, from Wilberforce University I am writing my own convictions. Dr,]in Ohio to Wilberforce Institute in R. A. Scott, brethren, is the man for | South Africa. The great Tuskegee’s he has proven his ability. During the} exhibit will include George Washington seven years of which Scott has been] Carver's great achievement in the selec- President of Campbell College he has| tion of the many products of the sweet wrought a miracle, and he has never| potato and peanut. The progress of let the banner trail in the dust. In| the race in Art, Law, Science, Industry, the Mississippi Annual Conference you | Medicine, Agriculture, Education, Home will meet the Revs. S S. Stephen, I. | Building and Religion will be shown. H. Hunt, G. W. Winston, as minis- Two blocks from Greater Ebenezer terial delegates, and alternates, L. G.|A. M, E. Church in Detroit’s mamoth Moore, G. W. Smith, and the writer. Convention Hall, this International Ex- We all will be on the ground in May | position will be housed. Governor Dick- at Detroit working, planning, and talk-|inson has manifested his proverbial ing for Scott, a son of the soil of this/interest and friendly offices to such great old State, who stands one hundred degree that there will be sent out from per cent plus, the executive office of the great state }of Michigan a thousand certificates to Prominent men and women of the Ne- the pastor host of the 1940 General Conference of our Methodism, Dr. George Wilbur Baber. Te p. of ton, M. f Ha Part nt REV. J. G. DRAKE, Pre, REV, S. P. PER iding RY - =. a DETROIT, MICH IGAN St. Stephens A.M. E. Churet its second Quarterly Conferen Tuesday evening, January 2 Sunday, the Presiding | David A, Blake preached ye; sermons, both morning and , ’?1In the morning he spoke or © Oy The Third Quarterly Meeting was held at the Church with the Presiding Elder J. G. Drake on Sunday night January 21st. He Presented Rey. L. C “THE MORNING COMETH” Se gro race in America. The certificates ] Newby to bring the message and he ee ee oh Bethe : By William E, Guy will designate them as official represen-| preached an able sermon from Psalm ss eas e on the subject : Christ —-. tatives of their several communities and oth sermons were enjoyed ) 27:4. His message was an expression of hope, love, experience, and inspira- tion. Everybody seemed to have en- joyed the sermon, Monday night the conference was organized, Mr. John Raynor, Secretary; After the devotionals had } ducted Tuesday evening by Mr. Har Ward and Mr. Theodore Hu Blake read the Scripture, Gal. | took charge. After the roll call of of meee members of the Quarterly ( five race leaders of America form an|{ THE GREATEST Mrs, Irene Bender was elect international advisory committee, Thir- TEACHER tary and Mr. Hugh Barringt ty prominent Detroiters make up the s ans . = . - ii i vas held local advisory committee. Hon. M. L. Experience is truly a wonder- AM Bemmorl service was h teen deceased members, whic! Greater Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, the seat of the 1940 General Confer- ence of. our Methodism, summoned! all Detroit within its capacious walls on Sunday, February -Ifth. Governor L, D. Dickinson, chief executive of the state of Michigan, was the guest’ speak- er. In a formal address the governor announced the projected Internatioral Exposition that shall bring to Detroit thousands of Americans who will wit- entitle them to special consideration at the hands of the Exposition Managers. A suite of six rooms on the second floor of the Flat Iron Building at 650 Gratiot looks out thru well-lighted win- dows and is adequately designated as the Exposition Headquarters, Seventy- ness the Exposition of Seventy-five Walker, vice president and general ful teacher! 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Eddie Tolan, the THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER OFFERS A FREE TRIP TO The General Conference AND Seventy-Five Years of Negro Progress Exposition © DETROIT, MICHIGAN May 1-23, 1940 GREAT OPPORTUNITY—The Treat of a Lifetime Ist Award—All expenses paid ' 2nd Award—One-half expenses paid 3rd Award—Round trip ticket WALTER C. BECKETT 216 W. Coulter St. Phone: GERmantown 0585 The Christian Recorder is the oldest Negro Journal-- the Church’s premier paper and leading organ CONTEST CLOSES APRIL 15th Write today for particulars. Begin now. GEORGE A. SINGLETON The Christian Recorder 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Penna. ” £ 2 Qe —— > = Cos THER) £0D OUR fA S, PHILADELPHIA, PA. HRISTIAN GENTLEMAN THE REV. J, L. BUTLER Presiding Elder Savannah, Georgia Approved by his state to be a bishop} he church. in 1936. HE “NEW DEPARTMENT” g SCARECROW more than thirty years we have sd out a Pension System in our ‘ch which has not been at all satis- Our superannuated ministers, Ws, and orphans, have been very ich disappointed in their expectations ‘regard the benefits coming from @t fund. Several efforts have been ade to change the system, that our ants might receive larger stipends. lortunately every time a plan has offered we have been frightened silence and inaction by the “New tment” Scarecrow, That is to Y, we have been told that it will all destroy the denomination to add = expense of a “New Department.” lis Our ministers have been deluded ‘the past thirty years by these econo- fanatics, For thirty years they © been saving us this added expense ‘ey claim, and yet our poor superan- ‘d ministers, widows, and orphans, - (Continued on page 12) Received highest vote){rom the uttermost ‘all unsuccessful brethren at New | United States to behold the great trans- LOOKING FORWARD By Reverend Wayman A. Nennings Vernon A. M. E. Church Tulsa, Oklahoma I have just read the challenging arti- cle by Bishop R, R. Wright which ap- peared in the January 13th issue of the Southern Christian Recorder under the caption, “We Must Provide For Con- ference Beneficiaries.” I was born in an A. M. E, Parsonage, the son of the late Reverend L. W. Jennings of South Carolina who was (Continued on page 12) SOME THINGS AS I SEE THEM By Rev. I. T. Jefferson The Conferences of Tennessee were all wonderful in their spiritual, intel- lectual and financial successes. Be- ginning with the East Tennessee Con- ference in Chattanooga, through the Tennessee Conference and the West Tennessee. Bishop Edward J. Howard, the prince of prelates marched with signal’ success. When I saw Bishop Howard in action, in the first Confer-] ence he held in Tennessee, I said, “Tennessee is safe with such a man as E. J. Howard.” Men have traveled ends of these formation wrought in Tennessee by this great leader; a man of vision, an astute scholar, a profound thinker, a (Continued on page 12) THE REV. V. M. TOWNSEND President Connectional Council Little Rock, Arkansas THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1 \SIHER —— 940 D NSTHE-OFFICIAL ORGAN- e | OF THE-AFRICAN:- METHODIST: EPISCOPAL CHURCH. | SS MAN_OUR BROTHERD-—\_, = PRICE FIVE CENTS SHOPS IN COUNGIL AT ATLANTA, GEORGIA EPISCOPAL HOST ; SESSIONS OF BISHOPS CONNEC- TIONAL COUNCIL AND LAY- MEN AT “BIG BETHEL” BISHOP W. A. FOUNTAIN, SR. Sixth Episcopal District President Trustee Board Morris Brown College Atlanta, Georgia FACING THE FACTS By Rev. J. P. Q. Wallace Perhaps no General Conference in+ the history of the Church did so little for the progress of the Church, as did that of 1936. It was a rush, confusion, and fight from start to finish. When we adjourned, no one seemed to know just what we had. really done in the way of legislatior. Now we are paying the price for it. I was a constant attendant, but I do not know when that bill was voted not to haye three ministerial and three lay delegates from each Conference, neither do I know when the bill was passed relative to the Bishops’ salary as we find it written in the Book of Discipline. The reduction was alright but the ratio of representation of delegates was all wrong. The law relating to the Bishops’ salary is vicious, unsound, and lacking in wisdom. We were in the midst of the depression with a heavy debt hanging over us and many of our members in the bread line and yet, right in the face of these conditions we increased our oyer-head expenses. The present law makes the Bishops’ salary almost without limitation and also deprives the General Conference (Continued on page 13) THE REV. D. T. BABCOCK Episcopal Committeeman, Pastor-Host His work at Bethel has caught the eye of the church. The Council of Bishops and the Con- nectional Council are meeting this week in Atlanta, Ga. The episcopal and pastor-host are Bishop Wm. A. Foun- tain Sr. and the Reverend Dr. D. T. Babcock. Before the election of Dr. Fountain in 1920 he had _ distinguisht himself as an educator and president of Morris Brown. After to Georgia he put his heart and soul rict and the a premier in- his assignment into the work of the di institution. Today it is stitution stabalised financially and a part of the Atlanta University system, rated by the Southern Association of Col- leges and Second he ols and mem- ber of Ass ion of American Col- leges. Dr. Wm. A. Fountain, Jr., is the scholarly, dignified, industrious un- assuming president The Pastor of “Big” Bethel follows a tong line of able and successful minis- from Wesley J. Gaines to the present. In this regard the name of R. H. Singleton live. Dr. Babcock jis having large success, He is a member of the General Con- ference and of the Committee on Episcopacy. Many see in him a fu- ture bishop of the church. As pastor of “Big” Bethel he leads Georgia in all claims, connectional and local, in- ters will forever cluding support of the educational pro- gram at Morris Brown. BENE . CONFERENCE, MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN ===== DSC09034.JPG ===== PAGE TWO ae na Raia we be Rigs BISHOP D. H. SIMS ; First and Ninth Episcopal Districts, Philadelphia, Penna. BISHOP N. W. WILLIAMS Fifth Episcopal District St. Louis Missouri THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ~ “REVEREND FATHERS IN GOD” SENIOR BISHOP J. S. FLIPPER President of the Council of Bishops—Seventh Episcopal District- Atlanta, Georgia BISHOP G. B. YOUNG Tenth Episcopal District Waco, Texas BISHOP M. H. DAVIS Second Episcopal District Baltimore, Maryland BISHOP R. C. RANSOM Third Episcopal District and Kentucky Wilberforce, Ohio THURSDAY, ‘¥, FEBRUARY 15, 1940 W.N. McGrew, J. M, Johnson, and | R. T. Thomas. Sermon delivered by Rev. E. J. Davis; Text, St. John 3:14, :| Bishop E. J. Howard, presented and made timely remarks, Dr. C, W. Abington was given a donation of $50.00 to promote the permanent estab- lishment of the Journal of Religious Education. Raifrdad men presented Mr. M. B. Shaffer of M. K. and T. Line, Mr. Brooks of the Wabash Lines. Mr. W. G. Liyingston of the Missouri Pacific Lines, each in well arranged words represented their railroads. Mr. Livingston gave the different rates from Waco to Detroit and to Atlanta, Ga. The circulars were distributed to the delegates. Several changes were made of pastors by Bishop George B. Young. Terrell Station, Rey. Jones transfered to Louisiana; Rev. J. A. Corney, appointed to Terrel.. Rev. L. D. Cara- dine to Calvert, Rosebud. Rev. K. Kirk, C. C.. Camp, Waco, Rey. C. Z. Prince, Graham. Rev. M. L. Wil- liams, Texarkana. Rey. C. G. Grigge. Rev. P. E. Womack was expelled. Bishop George B. Young appointed the committee ‘on railroad transportation; Viz: A. S. Jackson, J. H. Smith, J. B. Butler, A. A. Jefferson and E. M. Bracey. Recess for dinner. ISHOP E. J. HOWARD ourteenth Episcopal District ‘Tennessee and Oklahoma Waco, Texas BISHOP J. A. GREGG Fourth Episcopal District ang A; 4 Secretary of Council of Bishops Delegates Get Together Meeting Devotional exercise by Rev. L. J. Sanders; Rev. J. B. Butler, master of ceremonies. .Rey. J. H, Smith read resolutions of endorsement of Bishop George B. Young, and Prof. -A. S. Jackson, The resolutions were unani- mously adopted. Prof. S.. M. Kirk read resolutions of endorsement. signed. personally by 30 elected delegates to our forth coming General Conference; the resolution commended Dr. R. S. Jenkins for his faithful service as the Chief Secretary and asked for his re- election. The resolutions were unani- mously adopted. Bishop George B. Young made a request for the endorse- ment and the re-election of Dr. L. L. Berry for the Secretary and Treasurer of the Missionary Department. The BISHOP R. R. WRIGHT, Jr. Fifteenth Episcopal District Capetown, South Africa resolutions were adopted; but Dr. L, L. Berry must meet “Miss Lucy”; not the Jimmey Scrivner of 22 yoices but a stubborn foe in the race. Dr. C. W. Abington was endorsed for election as the editor for our Sunday School Litera- ture and Religious Journal. Bishop George B. Young appointed Rev. H. A. Young, Dean of Religious Education, Paul Quinn College. Bishop George B. Young presented the names of Revs. J. H. Smith, M. L. Pender- graff, ministers and Prof. S. M. Kirk, and King Hughes, lay members for the Episcopal Committee. They were ac- cepted by the delegates. The other committees will be announced at the opening of the General Conference. BISHOP. S. L. GREENE Eighth Episcopal District Little Rock, Arkansas State Organization Rey. M. L. Pendergraft, State Chair- man; Rev. P. D. Saddler, Vice Presi- dent; Mr. Roy Washington, 2nd Vice President; Prof. R. T. Booker, Secre- : Mrs. T. D, Greene, Assistant Sec- Rey. Bracey, Treasurer. Rev. J. H. Smith was endorsed for Chair- man of the Episcopal Committee. In the elimination election for the Bishop- tic, Rv: J. B. Butler was chosen. The yote stood as follows: Rev. A. BISHOP W. T. VERNON, Rtd. 4 Quindaro, Kansas HE BIG DAY IN TEXAS-DELE- GATES MEETING v ednesday, January 3, at the call of ‘shop George B, Young, the Presiding ders and the Delegates elected to BISHOP H. Y. TOOK! the 31st A. M. E. General Conference Eleventh Episcopal District Jacksonville, Florida THE CHRISTIAN assembled in Paul Quinn College Chapel,! A. Carr, Devotional exercise conducted by Reys.!0. H, B ;and. guaranteed by RECORDER EY Endorsed Candidates Prof. A. S. Jackson for election Sec- retary Treasurer of the Financial De- partment; Rev. R. S. Jenkins for re- election as Chief Secretary of the Gen- eral Conference. Rev, C. 'W. Abing- ton, for election as Editor of The Sun- day School Literature and Religious Journal. There are other avowed candi- dates but not endorsed by the delegates. R. S. JENKINS, Dallas, Texas. DR, ALLEN STRIKES OPTIMISTIC NOTE IN EMANCIPATION ADDRESS By Rev. F. W. Thompson Pastor Bethel A. M. E. Church Tarentum Pa. Under the auspices of the Monn Valley Interdenominational Ministerial Association a large crowd gathered at the First Baptist Church of New Kens_ ington, Pa., January the first to hear the Emancipation address delivered this year by Rev.A. J, Allen of Cleveland, Ohio, Division Secretary of the Ameri- can Bible Society. His subject was- “Ts the Negro Free”? In outlining the economic and social background in the South during the years immediately preceding the War of the Rebellion Dr. Allen made it clear that the Civil War was pricipated | by constantly increasing problems aris- ing between free labor and slave labor. From this situation developed the op-| portunity-for-the moral issue to triumph | —tha‘ of emancipating the slaves. This substantiates the belief on the part of many that no moral has ever triumphed or prevailed permanently un- til it became through interwoven with some political or economic question. “T+ is my belief,” declared Dr. Allen, “that had there been in existence in the South during these stirring times a well organized labor union under strong and fearless leadership, such organiza- tion would have adyocated the emanci- pation of the slaves, and thereby placed itself on the side of the Union. action would have shortened the war and saved much to both North and South, in life and property. The Negro is free in the same pro- portion as he utilizes the advantages which were given by his emancipation the constitution. Many of the social and economic ills from which we suffer are very largely due to our own neglect. There is nothing in the law of the land which prohibits the Negro from learning and applying every principle of business and issue ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The Poople Praiss Him “Gospel Beacons” Just off the Press. “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies $3.50. 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. Write: EDWARD C. DEAS 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, Ill. Such | PAGE THREE ere 2;.Rev. W. A. Carr, 2; Rey. enns, 3; Rey. J. H. Smith, 7; Rey. E. W. Morgan, 13; J, B. Butler. 24, commerce to guarantee his economic independence and the use of the ballot to guarantee his political security. Even in the Southland there can and are being found ways and means whereby the Negro can employ the use of the ballot for his advantage, whereby he may be truly free. a ATHENS, GEORGIA ~“Bishop D. H. Sims 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dear Bishop Sims: I have read with much interest your article, “Our Church Publi- cations.” I wish to commend you on this courageous stand and to tell you that you have my sup- port. I wish more of our Bish- ops would have the courage to Propose and prosecute remedies for such ineffectual inefficient, and antiquated departmental work in our Church. The extravagance caused by this indifference to- wards correcting these evils, is appalling. I believe the general Church will line up behind you one hun- dred per cent if you will lead them in this effort to correct these unhealthy conditions along the lines of the remedy> which | you have so ably suggested. I |] offer you now my services as a lay co-leader in this or any other movement which tends towards | the elimination of waste by du- plication ineffectual and ineffici- ent methods, | To my way of thinking, the greatest trouble with our Church, and possibly its only trouble, is that of extravagance caused by teo much indifference in depart- mental efficiency. Believe me to be your friend and brother in the cause of our A, M. E. Church, and with every good wish for your health and success, | am Sincerely yours, R. B. HARRIS, Treas. of Morris Brown College. cc. Dr. George A. Singleton, Editor The Christian Recorder | Dr, John H. Clayborn, Editor The Southern Christian Recorder | HELP WANTED Male and Female Send one dollar for membership. Member-Agents wanted every- where. Salary $25.00 weekly in advance. World’s Relief Society Box 309 Muskogee, Okla. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian Recorder —1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please enter my name as a new subscriber to the Christian Re- corder for one year ing $1.50. Name Street or box .. City Am enclos ===== DSC09035.JPG ===== ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE HERCULES NEWS SERVICE Entered at the Post Office at Philadel- phia, Penna. as Second Class Matter Bell—KINgsley 0497 Published Weekly By George A. Singleton, Editor and Manager At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. ISTIAN RECORD CHR THE ment. Most of them which re-}commander who crucified him. ceive a part of the Dollar Money | Problems of theology and philoso- desire more. The church press|phy are not raised. But one does should come in for consideration, | see Jeshua, concious of Him mis- full and frank discussions. Then}sion and unique relation to the something definite and specific] Father, leading the sons of Irael should be recommended. We have |along new paths of redemption,— no doubt but that the fathers] service, peace and love. will discuss security and more} From the beginning to the last adequate provision for superannu-|six hundred ninety-eighth page ated preachers} widows and or-|the witchery of words and marvel- phans. Whatever may be done]ous power of description is grip- in Detroit if the claimants are|ping and breath-taking: Social life to receive more, there must be|in Tyre and Sidon, the synagogue more money paid into the fund.|scenes at Nazareth and K’far The working of a plan depends|Nahum, the portrayal of Mary Bishop D. H. Sims, President Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President Cou.tributing Editors: Stewart, Josephine T. ton, T. Jefferson Clement, wad D. Gregg, Milton H. Wesley, Juanita E. Richardson. 5 SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single Copy 5c Address all correspondence to: The 716 South 19th Christian Recorder, Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1940 WEEKLY THOUGHT | “Every man is said to have his pet ambition. Whether it be true or not, I can say for one that I have no other so great as that of being truly esteemed by my fellow men by rendering myself worthy of their esteem—Abraham Lin- coln.” WEEKLY POEM LINCOLN A log cabin, rude and rough— This was the house and home enough For one small boy; there in the chimney place With glowing face The eager young eyes learned to trace Staunch old tales of staunch old men; In the firelight there and then The soul of Lincoln grew— And no one knew! Only the great and bitter strife Of later days brought into life Great deeds that blossomed in the gloom Of that dim shadowy firelit room. ————000———_—_ THE BISHOPS CONFER The fathers of the church are conferring this week at Atlanta, Ga, This is an important meeting, the last before the General Con- ference convenes in Detroit. Many serious problems will engage their attention, such as the work of the various departments and recommendations for improve- Carlyle F. Washing- Ho- Se aE Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles Jackson- Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V. not upon the Bishops but the|Magdalene, the moving picture ministers themselves. A com-|of the Triumphal entry into Jeru. mittee of Bishops has been work- |salem, the man Bar Abba, and Ju- ing on proposed legislation for the |dah Ish-Kiriot, and in vivid, gra- General Conference which will be | phic delineation the crucifixion are followed then in all probability. |so real that the reader is present The Church fathers will perhaps }in thot. Jesus is presented in this agree upon the recommendation |book as he has never been before. of the number of Bishops to be]And why not? Is not the story elected, taking into consideration | from the lips of one who beheld the needs of our Bethel and our]and saw it all? He who gave financial abilrty to meet them. | Jesus on the cross a vinegarsoakt We are sure that the word which j sponge transmigrates and lives comes from the bench will be |again and again in successive gen- worth heeding. There will be ex- | erations. : pected an exprest opinion on so-| During the Lenten season this c‘ and economic conditions, the}book should be read. No one anti-lynching bill, and war. The who peruses its pages with an spearhead of African Methodist }open mind will turn away unre- advance is in Atlanta. © warded. Were this writer able ————000——— he would put a copy into the hands THE NAZARENE of every Christian in the world. — Many bear His name but do not Over nineteen hundred years|know Him whom to know is life have past into the night of the | eternal. centuries since Jesus was betray- *PUTNAM, New York ed by Judah Ish—-Kiriot, delivered 0 linto the hands of the Roman Pro- 2 jcurator, Pontius Pilate, by the | THE GENERAL CONFERENCE Jewish high priestly party and DELEGATION” was crucified on the ghastly knoll of Golgotha. Since that greatest] The Annual. Conference and tragedy in the history of the hu-|Electoral Colleges have all been man race upon this planet many jheld. Delegates to the General “lives of Christ,” and “biographies | Conference have been elected. A of Jesus” have been written.|check-up of the list shows that Books on Christology, Christian }602 will be the voting strength doctrine and dogma have ap- of the body. There are 70 women, peared. Rival schools of inter- 19 doctors and dentists, 13. law- pretation have arisen. Attempts|yers and 1 mayor. The body will have been made repeatedly to re- {be much lest wieldy than the| discover Jesus over against his[General Conference of 1936. historico-socio—religio - economic | There is almost universal dissatis- back-ground but no book extant |faction with the present 3-3 law portrays and delineates the Rabbi}and in all probability it will be as Sholem Asch in “The Naza—| modified. It twould be fair to retie.”* base representation upon the num- The author brings into play his}ber of lay members within the comprehensive knowledge of Ro-|confines of an annual conference. man, Greek and Jewish history] In the group of U. S. Army in reconstructing the environment | Chaplains only one has been listed. within which Jesus lived and|The others will be reported by moved. The entire picture is so}the credential committee. The realistic that the reader is held}Chaplains were seated at Louis- spell-bound. Withal it is a novel | ville in 1924. Subsequent action based upon the life of Christ from] was taken in Chicago and New the point view of the Roman j York, ; i ’ il a Ie e | became a Supreme EDITORIAL OF Typ WER 1A, THE NAME OF Neil Turner is immor_ RELIGIOUS JouRN, _ FACES ITS corpse" =e state for the church ften he rode the tender engines; went to bed boots on to elude the Klan mobs. He gave rch the W. H. & F. M. and the Southern Chris- corder. —O— _ GENERAL CONFER- 1876 met in Atlanta. The 1 was then on Wheat Street. in session from May. 14 _ Bishops D. A. Payne, A. layman, J. P. Campbell, J. orter, T. M. D. Ward and Brown, presided in turn, =O UR EDITORS OF THE stian Recorder were elected the episcopacy: Bishops Jabez Campbell, B. T. Tanner, DB. Month after month, news om of a defunct and failing relig; Periodical. This frightfy) i: ‘ according to the Christian A cate, is due to a general of religious Publications, o, the part of advertising agencies i the same practice were Carried j : the secular press the effects y ould be the same; they would cease The last church Periodicals suffer from this unfair attityg, are the Missionary Review oj the World, and The Christian Regis. ter. The former is to be disco. tinued. The latter is being turned over to a secular organization Events are repidly provin religious publications cannx ist without some kind of subs For people just will not pay thei subscriptions to religious paper, leaving them no alternative, to die, as they have no advertising accounts worthy of keeping then alive. Is this not a blot on our Chris tianity? Is it not deplorab! we refuse to keep alive the vey type of periodicals that have mate America the great country it is! The time will come people shall regret this neglect. By the way, is your subscri tion paid-up? Don’t let us lac eg, dy, Doyen ig thag last named is the only former itor alive. He served from 1909 1936. _ GEORGIA HAS GIVEN THE following Bishops to the-church: Wesley J. Gaines, H. B. Parks, W. H. Heard, J. S. Flipper, Wm. Johnson, Wm. A. Fountain, A. Carey. Georgia is noted for lection of two or more Bish- in the same General Confer— eé: Parks, Heard and Flipper 1908 Johnson, Fountain and when tie our corpse. ; y in 1920, an unequalled —Negro Journal of Keligion cord in the history of the church. a SOEs eum a ISHOP H. M. TURNER POINTED POINTS |i oo TTT THE “COUNCIL OF BISH ops” was organized in 1852 at te close of the New York Gene Conference. There were thre districts, presided over by bishoP Payne, Nazrey and Quinn. the Bishops assigned themselvs> =o— IN THE OHIO AN» UAL Conference of 1853, the see ries were Augustus R. Greea a Hiram Reyels. The forme! "J Editor of the Christian — Herald in 1848 and the latter came the first United States ae tor of color in the United Stat ent most of his ministerial life Géorgia. Bishop Sims came by * way of Georgia. —O— ID SAVE THE CHURCH im the money-changers and the ‘of Edom. We won't barter compromise this heritage and han’t. We shall not entrust and by in the days of battle. HE CHURCHMAN AFIELD altimore, Maryland. The Church- its in the “Pennsy” station await- | train for Philadelphia. Second this section. On Sunday morn- . he arrived to be guest speaker at f AFRICAN ican M. E. Church. Bal- EST: " : i , unlike aoa Fe scacs S Bes bec by overed with snow urch, Savannah, aren A. L. Standford, one 4° : id steward and in charge ° as ter Jeft Christian Recorder. He la A : 10 the connection and went the station on the morning the an met the Reverend Dr. S. H. Giles with whom he taught some years ago at Morris Brown as Dean of Theology. Mrs. Giles and little daughter arrived from a visit to At- lanta. —ae It had been several years since the Churchman had had the pleasure of worshipping with the Rev. Dr. ne BO) oa Walden, and had never served Waters, of which Dr. Walden is Pastor. There is a large South Carolina Club in this society, Three choirs Participated in the pro- cessional. The Churchman brot the message. One hundred copies of the Christian Recorder were sold, and sub- scriptions taken. Bishop M. H. Davis, of the Second Episcopal District was Present and made remarks. Follow- ing the service and entertainment by the Waldens the Churchman paid his respects to the Bishop of the District by visiting his offices. H. E. Walden, Jr., took the Church- man by motor transportation to An- napolis, Maryland where he was the evening speaker for the Rev. Dr. A. L. Criglar, and his fine people. Here is real African Methodist preacher with a passion for souls. From Ok- lahoma he comes via Wesley Chapel, Lee and R. R. Wright, Jr. | Houston, Texas. In the home the] Churchman saw photographs of Bishop and Mrs. E. J. (Dallas) Howard. Snow was deep in the city of the United States Naval Academy, but a goodly crowd was out. In Baltimore the Churchman heard the voices of Mesdames K. Bertha Hurst, and Minnie Gaines, widows of the late Bishops John Hurst, and A. L. Gaines. These good women are not forgotten by a grateful church. a LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ee Baltimore, Maryland Dear Dr. Singleton: We are asking that you publish in the columns of your paper the follow- ing letter, correcting two errors in a letter written by Rev. L. L. Berry to members of the Missionary Board, delegates and ministers of the A. M. E. Church. This letter accused the Bishop of the Second Episcopal District of the A. M. E. Church of appointing a committee and assessing the men for an obliga- tion which he states that the Missjon- ary Department knows nothing about. We beg to inform Rev. L. L. Berry that the Bishop of the Second Episco- the hands of those who failed! pal District did not appoint such a-church plant by decoration, alterations ! committee as he stated, and has made no assessment to collect the money which the Missionary Department should have paid. Furthermore, the Committee was self- appointed. The idea originated among the men at the mid-year session of the Virginia Annual Conference, and they sent it to the men at the mid- year session of the Baltimore Annual Conference. The men of these two Conferences joined with the men of the North Carolina and Western North Carolina Conferences to consider this obligation. This committee representing these Conferences, met in St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Raleigh, North Carolina, No- THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER vember 24, 1939; formed a general com- mittee representing the four Cotifer- ences, and elected €. ¢ Ferguson, Chairman, and H. E. Walden, Secre- tary. : When the Bishop heard of our meet- ing we had already appointed a com- mittee to visit the Missionary Depart- ment in New York City. The Bishop when he learned of our course, dis- approved the idea of going to the Mis- sionary Department, advising that there was no need for such a conference as Revihicdy Berry had already broken faith and gone back on his word. We then agreed to collect the money our- selves. Very sincerely yours, C, C. FERGUSON, Chairnian H. E. WALDEN, Serretary GRANT MEMORIAL, CHICAGO PUTS OVER BIG IMPROVE- MENT PROGRAM Dr. M. J. Keys Conducts Successful Revival THE REV. Wm. H. GRIFFIN Pastor After a record breaking report of $1657.53 for Connectional claims of which $110.00 was an increase jn Dollar Money, the Chicago Conference re- affirmed it’s endorsement of Dr, W H. Griffin for the bishopric in 1940. Immediately upon assignment back to Grant Memorial Dr. Griffin began to make improvements in the his and repairs. New cement side-walks were laid about the church and par- sonage: the choir loft has been en- hanced by a fine pannel work and the entire building decorated in egg shell green with brown and gold trimmings at a cost exceeding $2,000.00 all of which has been underwritten, During this Quadrennium our audi- torium has been re-seated with pews: twenty-five cathedral windows and a pipe organ have been installed and paid for and we are proud to boast of the most beautiful interior in Chicago. In keeping with his custom during these thirteen years Dr. Griffin felt that we should crown these achieve- PROF. E. A. SELBY Secretary Treasurer A. M. E. Sunday School Union, Philadelphia, Penna. Bishop John A. Gregg, Kansas City, Kansas; Mrs. E. E. Sims, Philadelphia, Penna.; Miss Valeria Caldwell Wil- liams, Mother Bethel, Philadelphia, Penna.; The Rev D. Coston, Pas- tor, Chicago, Illino: Nettie Marie frs . Cooper, Georgia; Mrs. Louise P. Sea- ton Rumford, Allen, Philadelphia, Penna; Dr. W. A. Truss, P. (E Pittsburgh Conference; Mrs. Hazel Crawley, Ward, Philadelphia, Penna.; The Rev. M. C. Knight, P. E. Ft. Scott District, Kansas Conference. I THINK, THEREFORE I AM By D. Ormonde Walker The Church is the sion of the Negro in / satest poss ‘a, not only in tangible a it is the conser best in Negro life. and its shortcomings it represents all that the Negro has produced in America in self government and in self discipline. It is ours to make or to brea i Whatev Because of this sense of I feel at liberty to ours to exalt to debase it is it is ours. self-possession, search, to inves and to criticize with the hope that criticism may help to cure its ills. It is to that branch of the Negro Church known as the African Methodist Episcopal Church that these*lines are written Bishop Sims said in his sermon in Charleston, South Carolina, in Febru- ary, 1937 that some of our departments needed a blood transfusion. Since that notable statement was made the opera- tion of transfusing blood has not been possible because of the variations in the blood counts of those who submitted themselves for blood letting. Today I will go further and say that what we need is not a blood transfusion but a surgical operation, and where a needle with a hole in it was necessary for a 1937, we now need a surgical operation in order to the patient from certain death There is such a thing in medicine as heroic surgery. That is when the pa- tient gets to the place where if he is not operated upon death will result, while if he is operated upon his chances for recovery are 1 in 100. The Church transfusion in save (Continued on page 16) (Continued on page 12) ===== DSC09036.JPG ===== Days may come that crush me With nights continuing sorrow But life is life with smile or tears Our hope renews tomorrow. —Y. Currin Bond. rE SNAPPY STORIES | SS ES BUT THEY GOT TOGETHER A tourist had stopped to quizz a mountaineer boy about life in the big hills. “My paw and maw had an awful time getting married,” confided the youngster. “Maw wouldn’t marry paw when he was drunk, and paw wouldn’t marry maw when he was sober. WHY FROWN? Those who are feeling deprest at the labor troubles through which we are passing would receive a good tonic if they took a walk through White- chapel, for on the notice-board of a certain church there the following piece of anatomical pleasantry has been to painted: It is easier to smile than to frown! To frown you use 64 muscles, but only 13 to smile! RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DEPART. MENT OF NEW YORK HOLDS MONSTER YOUTH MASS MEETING An outstanding event in the depart- ment of Religious Education of the New York Conference was held on Friday evening, December 29, 1939, at Emanuel Church, New York City, Mrs. Kay B. Nichols, Director. Youth was in its glory, expressing itself freely on topics of especial interest to youth. The Igeture room was crowded with old and young. Many churches in the con- ference were represented. We feel that we sold religious education to the Parents as well as to the offspring. Everyone was begging for another such meeting which we plan to have during the Easter vacation. The program began with a pep meet- ing, each church group having its own songs and yells. In order to get them in a more thoughtful mood after such hilarity, a five minute period of wor- ship was conducted by the director. The theme was “I am the Way.” Following this came the climax of the evening the discussions. The first topic was Freedom—‘How much freedom should young people want?” This discussion was led by Inez Maloney of Emanuel Church school. Miss Maloney did a fine job with the youngsters supporting her. The second topic was—“What do boys want to find in their ideal girl?” Led by Richard Hudley. The way this youngster quoted the scriptures was surprising. Then we discussed the op- posite to this “What do girls want to find in the ideal boy?” Led by Rox- anna Cooper of the Young People’s Missionary Department. She was superb. All of these discussions were on a high ship was in full evidence a few short} us?” Led by Sheila Alexander, repre- senting the League. Miss Alexander was especially suited to her subject. And again the parents had to prick their ears to hear the deep prayer thoughts coming from the youth. Music for the occasion was furnished by the ‘ Choral Group of Ebenezer Church and And arewe dct oO , : ; And see each other's face - the Junior Choir of Emanuel Church. a jee fini ° +, | Glory and praise to Jests give A very enthusiastic evening ended with 2 > cat : é For his redeeming grace! a social period when everyone was - served ice cream-and cake. Several | Preserved by powef Divine of the ministers were in attendance. To full salvation here, Again in Jesus’ praise we join, METHODIST YOUTH WORLD DAY] And in his sight appear, OF PRAYER greene a a HYMNS THAT LIVE ~ AND ARE WE YET ALIVE = What troubles have we seen To be Observed by Methodist Young What conflicts have we passed, Wednesday, February 21, 1940 Initiated Through the National Council of Methodist Youth, Chicago, But out of all the Lord Hath brought us by his iove; And still he doth his help afford, And hides our life above. The Richard Allen Council of Youth gether with all Youth of African | Then let us make our boast Methodism are called upon to share| Of his redeeming power, ; with Methodist Youth of the World| Which saves us to the uttermost - in this day of Prayer. Till we can sin no more. The reality of world Christian fellow- Lets take up the crete! Till we the crown obtain; And gladly reckon all things loss; So we may Jesus gain. months as young Methodists from] twenty-three different countries on six continents, delegates to the World Conference of Christian Youth in Am-_ sterdam Holland, met and expressed the deep conviction that Methodist youth must take an important part in building the world Christian fellow- ship. Out of those experiences has come the desire that Methodist youth should have a World Day of Prayer. In a world being torn asunder by war, we are calling African Methodist Youth to share in this vital and significant project. Whatever may be the type of pro- gram or mode of worship in it all we must hold up our hope in Jesus Christ. We know that in His way lie peace, love and brotherhood for all, We seek the enlistment and partici- pation of the young people of all our churches in this fellowship on Wednes- day, February 21, 1940, Sunday Schools, Allen C. E. Leagues, Young People’s Departments of our Missionary Societies should accept this challenge and lead the church to the altar in a service of confession, inter- cession and petition. SELLING OUR BIRTHRIGHT By W. K. Marshall, D.D. Pastor Burke’s Chapel A. M. E. Church To be chosen as a delegate to the General Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church at such a time as this places upon one responsi- bilities and obligations as sacred as those which rested upon one in the days of Jacob and Esau. That is to say, destiny will be written and sealed by the sincerity, honesty and devotion of all of us who are privileged to act for the more than 800,000 members of ‘We must rekindle the fires of devo- Episcopal direction is to destroy the ference and definitely decide the num- LK | ty conferences should have. To have erences with too eo. a) GRACE BEFORE MEALS — | |‘c™e Conferences wi daca! Our divine Father, we praise Thee | about continued unrest in our ranks. for the providence that has guided us | To neglect this is to sell our birthright. in the great crisis of our history. When] We should be fair enough with our- dangers have threatened the ideals we | selves to set aside a special ‘committee have cherished, then Thou hast raised | to study and present an effective pen- up to us those by whose wisdom and | sion system that will give more security steadiness of purpose we have been led |and dignity to retirement in our minis- out to safety and peace. For such|try. Articles by Bishop Wright, great spirits we thank Thee. And we|Dr. Witherspoon and others should be| pray that in accordance with the prin- | heard, Let's proverve ar ‘birthright. Ale a be i and not released unt | | Then we must not overicok and its need of of these thi right. If the church is to fust elect at least ageous, God-fearin, know the men we offer fo Kentucky knows Frank M the regoliréeful now St. Paul A. M. ings and We sell 80 forward ie Pastor of histo. . IE. Church, St. hal Mo., to be such a man. Having a : is tored nine churches most succ Whi : a jim this his home state during ¢ Peoria oA dd the World on _|Fightings arias sa within, 129 years of his ministry, we have beg Since we assembled last; able to see in him all of the qualita of leadership that the C We have known him as organize: and builder of the State Congress of Youth, as secretary and accountant to four Bishops, as pastor of a mission with 26 members, as pastor of our greatest Church, Quinn Chapel, We have known him as a true friend and brother who has exhibited the human touch in all things under divine guid. ance. Consider along with him such fin men as G. T. Stinson from my homé state; Joseph Gomez, John H. Claybora, the fearless editor. J. $. Johnson, 8.8, Morris, A. J. Allen; Drs. Scott and Barnes of Mississippi; J. L. Butler and D. T. Babcock of Georgia; A. D. Avery, C. E. Stewart, T J. Miles, J. B. Butler, J. W. Hall, 6. W. Baber, Griffin and Ward of the In doing these things we pre serve our birthright. Leader of Delegation of Kentucky Conference, Paducah, Ky. D. Ward Nichols, Fourth. GENERAL CONFERENCE DELE: t Central La. Conference—The Rey, ’|our communion who remain at home. |w_ 1]. Hall, 1541 Merian St., P quemine, La.; The Rev. E. C. Fore tion as it concerns our reverence and | an, 1113 Washington St., Alex respect for Episcopal leadership and|{4.- The Rev. P. W. Baptist: authority. To disregard the voice of | Willow St., New Orleans, La. Wm. Portis, Pastor Oak 2 dale; The Rey. J. W. Recorda, Fase We must study carefully the member- | Donaldsonville; The Rev. E. W. 1" ship in the bounds of each annual con- |ner, Elizabeth. ¥ ee ber of delegates that each of the nine- |* A NICELy Vestep. CH Does SPIRITUAL: =" Pibiad eee low prices characterize our Choir and Pulpit }\y needs, Catalog ay bec on request. DeMoulin B ToT ge ee Greenville; illinots ETH, “THE RANSOM OMMENTS”? regretted that the com- J. Louis Ransom, M.D,” e Christian Recorder of of December 28th were of troversial nature. But it is table that the Dr. is either ed as to facts or else pre- ) take his place with the type men who seeks to hide personal faults and failures by striking sterial and Episcopal supervision, id not like to feel that Dr. Ran- received the biggest appoint_ laymen at the hands of the siding Bishop of this District he was placed on the Financial the beginning of the Quad- would now seek to form an for his failure of being elected a sgate to the General Conference, u a mis-stated article as ap- cts about the remarkable sup- of Western University under able direction of Bishop Noah illiams are too well known in th District for anyone to give ttention to the unwise comments ly released. But that the Church arge might be informed it becomes essary that a few facts be given ich Dr. Ransom has the privilege of Ving untrue. Is it not a fact that tern University had suspended eration by the Church entirely for ral years, prior to the coming of op Noah W. Williams? Is it not fue that Dr. Ransom has made little or vorthwhile contribution to the progress of the. school? Does Dr. Ransom wish to swear to the authenticity of the act that the $12,000 or $14,000 salary et spoken of by him was raised firely by the churches of the Fifth istrict in the previous administrations ithout state aid? Does Mr. Ransom wish to challenge Tecord of the banker who held and holds the mortgage which to begin was $28,000 when he claims that 000 was paid on the mortgage, yet ‘the beginning of this administra- n the banker still held the mortgage $23,000, which fortunately has been lu ced to $14,000 in the past three 3? Ve ought to be true and beg enough the A. M. E. Church to differ on methings and yet give credit to hievement. hat has happened at Western Uni. ty under the inspiration of the at Vision of Bishop Noah W. Wil- Ms can now be stated. st, the mortgage has been reduced 000 and all interest paid. md, Ward Hall which was not ible has been improved to the extent More than $2,000 all of which has Paid and is now comfortably oc- ied by 30 Theological students. d, The School of Religion has est enrollment in the history ¢ Theological Department and one largest enrollments in the A. M. uirch all of the students being fed charge by the churches through i ‘method of cooperation in Who would discredit such method of awakening interest institution? urth, the Bishop and the Trustees red a well balanced faculty headed THE CHRIS —~ —__. his field in the Person of President Frederick D. Jordan, and have seen to it that the salary budget for each year has been paid entirely by the Charch which aggregates $4,500 per year without state funds, Fifth, he, the Bishop, has courageous. ly avoided any unpleasant political situa- tion by demanding full direction by the A. M. E. Church and by refusing to accept anything else from the state department and because of such peace Prevails. What does J. Louis Ransom mean? What is his Purpose? What does he hope to gain by seeking to minimize the achievements of an administration which has been so glorious? I am sure he does not wish to say that any funds have been misappropriated. If so, I am sure that those responsible for the direction stand ready to prove otherwise and demand an apology or some type of redress, because such would be an attack upon their integri- ty. I will not question why records, vouchers, checks of an institution should be held by heirs of an individual rather than by the institution which was being served, but I do pray that God’s richest benediction overshadow the Doctor and give him and others of his spirit a new birth so that malicious articles will find no place in the harmonious move- ments of our Church and District and in our Church papers. FRED A. HUGHES, D.D. Delegate from Puget Sound Conference CARE, COURTESY AND COMMON SENSE “Care, courtesy and common sense” (these three, but the greatest of these is common sense, form part of an old maxim that ever holds good in every profession and avenue of life. Philoso. phy, psychology and even evolution agree upon that fact. Hence, I count that one honored and endowed with a unique gift who possesses the ability to know when to use these three C’s to his best interest. What is true in the case of individuals also holds good, laws, send good men to the legislative group. Poor Richard said, “If you want good laws, send good men to the legis- lature.” It is an honor and a trust, also a great responsibility. Certainly, care, courtesy, and common sense (to say nothing about Christianity) are needed. Delegates to General Conference By this time all the delegates have been elected to represent the Church in the next General Conference which meets in Detroit, May, 1940. Under the law limit only three ministerial and three lay delegates to each Annual Con- ference could be elected. In many places, perhaps, it was a hard race; which is an evidence of the fact that we have many the equal, and in many instances better material left at home. However, we feel that we have the greatest representative group that has ever composed that body. The group back home will be (when these are in session) deeply interested anxious, read_ ing, waiting, and praying for the very best results. There are so many vital things to be considered that it will call for the very best judgment that is n those sent as representatives. Our Church Literature In the face of the advice of the law withir TIAN RECORDER ——_—__SECORDE! er st Pl aoa of our Church, there is a tendency among many of our members, and in pany, of our churches to discard our Periodicals, hymnals, Sunday School supplies, and other literature published by our own House, In all fairness we think that the Christian Recorder pub- lished by Dr, Singleton, the Southern Recorder published by Dr. Clayborn, the A. M. E. Review Published by Dr. Robinson, the Voice of Missions pub- lished by Dr. Berry, the Sunday Srhool supplies published by our Union, our hymnals and other literature published by our Book Concern will compare favorably with any other publications in the country. However, there is al- Ways room for improvement. And when We out-grow our literature, it is certain that we have the talent within our ranks able to revise and so improve upon what we have that even our modern churchmen would not be ashamed to use it, and teach the child- ren to have pride in the African Metho. dist Church. We think that our litera- ture should be sold to our people. Dr. Curry, the manager of the Book Con- cern in Philadelphia, has done, and is now doing an Herculean piece of work. He has saved that institution and kept it on the map. All praise to his name. In order to help that institution in its growth circulation, we feel that branch offices should be set up in many cities where a larger number of our people are found; and live, energetic agents selected to sell and champion the cause of our great Church. Through this medium thousands of members could be reached who know scarcely anything of our church, its tenets and doctrines. We believe that the result would be an unlimited influence for good in every sense of the word. [Election of General Officers It is very natural for those who are eligible and ambitious to aspire to high- er positions; but to strive lawfully would be in keeping with common sense. According to the papers each one of the general officers is taking care of his_position in grand style. Then why change? Would it be good sense to stop doing well to do better? All of the general officers are rendering noble service. Dr. Singleton can’t be beat. No mar has made a greater sacrifice than Drs. Berry and Curry. Election of Bishops The election of a Bishop is one of the greatest honors in the gift of the church; therefore, it should require constant pra tion. Since the last General Confer- ence three of our Bishops have passed er and careful considera- from labor to reward, the way of all earth. Their work was divided, and is being carried on to success, by the prince of Bishops, John A. Gregg; the matchless Bishép, D. H. Sims, with the aid of others on the bench of Bishops. According to reports all of the Bishops went over the top—that is to say they did their work well. What more could be expected as long as they are active and alert? It is useless to speak of retiring anyone of them except at his own request. Only three Bishops should be elected according to general feeling throughout the Church. To elect more than necessary (some think) would seem like speculation and abuse of privilege. The people are thinking now as never before. Care, courtesy, and common sense ought to guard well PAGE SEVEN about new territory? Fifteen Bishops can take care of all the new territory that may be acquired, until it is de- yeloped sufficient to warrant a Bishop. Think of the cost. Use common sense and keep the people in the attitude to work and support the Church. In our next issue we hope to name some pros- pectives. Wm. F. RICE, ‘ Lansing, Michigan PHILADELPHIA Y. M. C. A. OB- SERVES ROSENWALD DAY College and Fraternity Quartettes to Broadcast With Speakers The Christian Street Branch of the Philadelphia Young Men's Christian Association will memorialize the late Julius Rosenwald with three radio pro- grams on Sunday, February 4th over as many stations. From 3:00 to 3:15 P. M. Harold L. Pilgrim, member of the Philly “y” Board and President of the Mutual Alliance Service Corporation will broad- cast over Station WDAS. The Chey- ney State Teachers College Quartette will appear with him. From 6:15 to 6:30 P. M., G. James Fleming, journalist, will broadcast over ; station WIP. The Kappa Alpha Psi Quartette will accompany him. Dr. James H. Duckrey, “Y” Board member and Principal of the Harrison Public School will broadcast over sta- tion WPEN at 7:30 P. M. He will be supported by the Lincoln Quartette, Lincoln University. Mr. Rosenwald, besides erecting over 5000 elementary schools in the south for Negroes, gave over a half million dollars toward the erection of “Y” cen- ters for Negroes in 21 cities throughout the country. SUCCESSFUL REVIVAL BRYN MAWR, PENNA. Bethel A. M. E. Church just closed a successful Revival The Evange was the blind Rev. Herbert L. Jone well known in and around Philadelphia for his well founded sermons and his farreaching forsight in the service of soul-winning for Ch whose one ultimate motive is Kingdom Buildi We had two converts, and six a ns. The Reyival ran for two weeks. si At the culmination the stewards and stewardess had a fellowship meeting at which time refreshments were served. The Church is said to be in a much better spiritual condition as the out- come of this meeting than it has been in a number of years. Th* members say it is one of the most successful Revivals in the history of Bethel A. M. E. Church, The Rev. J. I Brown is the present pastor. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Christian Recorder -———1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please find enclosed’ $1.50 for re- newal of my Christian Recorder subscription. ===== DSC09037.JPG ===== MRS. J. S. FLIPPER President W. H. & F. M. Society, Seventh Episcopal District, Resides in Atlanta, Ga. COUNCIL’s HOSTESS MRS. D. T. BABCOCK Wife of the Entertaining Pastor, Big Bethel African M. E. Church Atlanta, Ga. LET’S BE TRUTHFUL ABOUT ARKANSAS Before the election of delegates to the General Conference in the Annual Con- ferences conducted in Arkansas by Bishop John A. Gregg, one of the great Bishops of African Methodism, he read the words of St. Paul to Timothy, “Yet, is not a man crowned except he strive lawfully.” We, the undersigned dele- gates and ministers of Arkansas feel ¥ that in the efforts of our candidates to reach higher places in the Church, that they should strive lawfully and above all things tell the truth. In the Christian Recorder of January 11, 1940, there appeared a release from Arkansas under the caption, “Southern Christian Recorder Editor,” in which certain re- ports were carried that could only have one purpose and one motive—and that to mislead the church. These statements were made regarding the candidacy for the bishopric of the editor of the Southern Christian Recorder. THE | byob Sabah Bead the true. Aftho she ig a mir THE WOI MRS. EDNA D. GULLINS IS A POET OF RARE ABILITY oat RISTIAN RE Bee awe a Js She has a tare gift aiid profouid ifitérést iti the good, the beautiful, : _. At . is 2 iistet’s wife atid Bresident of the Bhiladél- phia Conference Branch Mite, Missionary Society she, takes, time for brilliant literary outgivings. Her almost diminutive and frail body con- tains a soul of giant proportions. 1 ard over of the church and an indefatigable worker. She is corresponding secre- tary of the Partht W. M. M. Society. Mrs. Gullins is an ardenit lover of MISSIONARY, POET AUTHOR MRS. EDNA DREDDEN GULLINS President Philadelphia Conference Branch W. M. M, Society Philadelphia, Pa. I AM AMERICAN I am American—. Yea, verily! _ All the wild beauty of tempestuous jungles, All the proud virtue of the surging kraal Are tamed in me. Thinned to vague dilution in my veins The loveliness of pristine Africa— So little of my Fatherland is left— I am American. I walk the city streets unmindful of life’s barriers; Erect, with regal tread—gift of my noble sires. Those passing note my sunkissed brow— Brown like ancient maple wood. ’ Is there a touch of pity in their gaze? But I? I am not conscious of my stigma : I who am part and parcel of this land. They’ pity me? I too know pity for myself When there is time fom thought . That I’m content to pride myself in this— I who inherit Africa’s gorgeous pomp— To be hemmed in by city walls! Only tall cathedral heights of massive forrest ailses Should hem me in. And here I walk content in man-made canyons. I am American— Ah woe is me! That I,so proudly walk these city streets Thinking my greatness that I am as they— While underneath there pulses in my soul But— I am American. A culture beautiful, and old, and rare! ~ ae ieee rs EDNA DREDDEN GULLINS We have read the same misleading reports in the Southern Christian Re- corder. But knowing that the Church as a whole, realize that the Southern “Clayborn” Christian Recorder, owned and printed and circulated ostensively for the A. M. E. Church, but, primarily lin the interests of the editor, whose likeness appears so often and whose heroic deeds ars sung so regularly that the Church could expect the (“Clay- born”) Recorder to print the incarna- tion of the editor at anytime, therefore, we chose not to attempt any statement regarding the misleading and confusing statements made by the Southern (“Clayborn”) Recorder. But when our Mother Recorder, a real journal, whose editor has a passion for truth and con- structive thought is being used to cir- _ EPISCOPAL HOSTEsg MRS. W. A. FOUNTAIN, sp v5 Wife of the Presiding B Treasurer of the W. H, & F. Atlanta, Ga. culate reports to iislead the church YY our siletic: dence to such reports. For Zi we cannot, we will not hold c Now about the state meeting = the surface, one knows that 4g there aré two candidate field, that one candidate wou a Patty to any endorsement tha shut him out of consideration in the Dr. G. Wayman Blake! avowed candidate carrying s: dorsements for the bishopric. a bitter fight led against him by Dr Clayborn, -he was elected along with Dr. W. T. Eskridge, on the firs a delegate to the General Coni He was at the state me certainly did not vote to end we caittiot, race. Clayborn and shut himself out Southern Recorder said, a pri held. Dr. J. G. Robitison © that tio primary was held. Robinson has ceased his eva and editorializing and is going ° the church, at least he went Arkansas, conducting the Claybo paign, his interest being so great ‘ even though Dr. G. E. Curry Iss the Book Concern as the hom A. M. E. Review the last issu Review was gotten out in A at the Wonder State. It portable “cream jug.” Now, D inson said there was no Pr! fe in this instance, he told the truth Hence, there has been no vote 0! Primm 4 born Vs, Blakely. read the resolution written by Clayborn and given to Dr. to give to Rev. Primm. W' might be expeced of Rev. Primm to obey his Presiding Elder, Rev. M. Townsend, who when running for office himself, Dr. Clayborn’s campaign opric? (Dr. Townsend was date for Secretary of Church Exte and for Secretary of for What est is now 4 Rob- and n Clay Dr. d Townsen put Dr. he is ® manages the bist a candi nsion not Finance: yote 10 was not able to get a single Je hopes himself in the two attempts. to do much better The resolution did tell of Dr- great record as a 'from the Mission for Dr. pastor @ (“Onalask Claybor Claybors e way yy, up ! that vy station, (Bethel, third class charge in are the Metropolj- Atk: Bethel, Lit- record where Dr Clayborn d either of these charges. _ pastored a Metropolitan vere, it must have been katisas. At Bethel, Warren, irst, after a heroie j ait! staying fete s, his longest record di Sy on any Presiding Elder Dis- condly, he mortgaged the without the consent of the trus- ay his Educatiotial Assess- nd got avs} with it. Now if the ‘were voting to aéct 4 tran bed by the resolution, such 4 ter, if could be found, could be _atchbishop. The resolution that we do here reaffirm the en- t already given by Dr. Clay- the passage of the filotibti T. Eskridge, leader of the ion from the Mother Confer- of the State, Presiding Elder Augusta District, arose arid Plainly that if the reso- in any sense implied any tion of Dt. Blakely that the was on. To which, Dr. Townsend “we are endorsing otir candi- Since there was no foll call standing voté of the delegation, of ts who are stippotting Dr. ely, believing like Dr. Frank Madi- Reid in an open door policy for ail, ” | College. lid fot attempt to interfere with that part of the delegation desiting to re- endorse the distinguished editor. _ As to the publishing pfant, the time come to tell the truth. By this the Church knows that we have uilding in Arkansas since the edi- had to move out of the rented ing he was occupying with his 000 plant last year and asked the ch to help pay the drayage. Now @ second-hand printing equipment, ich was bought for less than $1,000, bm the old Mosaic Guide, is listed he records of Pulaski County in ‘natne of the Wonder State Pub- hing Company, the company that ints the Southern Christian Recor- He boasts of 25,000 subscribers. God knows how many people he ls free Recorders regarding his Paign at the expense of the minis- who must pay twice as much for subscriptions as other people. Shorter College. of treasurers Now regarding his report as treasurer Dear Reader: is it not occur to you that the re- of the Church ols are made at commencement ad at the opening of the schools? y then was Dr. Clayborn’s report last May, finally made in Decem- ? The fact is Dr. Clayborn would ‘submit a report to the General istee Board last May, contrary to former custom. As such he was elected treasurer by the General joard then, nor has he been subse- uently. And only on the insistence of 10p Gregg, who wanted a complete ounting of funds handled since he k charge of the work in the state nd the contention of Dr. Blakely, irman of the Auditing Committee of General Board of Trustees that the about which so much has been itten that was due last May was made in December. The re- ISTH, lease says for the first time it the history 6f the College a treasurer reri- dered his report dtd not one question was filed by members of (hi Board. Dear Reader: Only one thing ig in’ ordér when a report of this nature is made arid that is, a motion to refer tha report to the Auditing Committee and that wags What was done in this case. How could you éstion a report that could only be referred and con- sequently was not before the body? The report has not been adopted, for the Auditing Committee has not had a Charice to g6 over it. There are plenty of qliestioris to be asked. He exhibited checks alll rigtit, but they were checks of the Wonder State Publishing Com- pany and not of Shorter Collegé. lf the report was so good at this time, what abotit the other years he has served sitite his appointment as treas- urer? The releasé states that he turned over to Bishop Gregg $617.28. He really did not turn over anything to Bishop Gregg, he displayed the amount of money mentioned but nobody knows whosé trioney it was, He did not pro- duce a bank statement showing one penny’s balance to the credit of Shorter That would have beeti the only way that Shorter College could have laid claim to that balance. No- body knows whose money the editor was displaying but we do know that when the caretaker, hired last summer at a salary of $40 per month and who has recéived only a fraction of this amount asked the treastirer the next day for $15. The treasuret informed him that the school had no balatice. What became of the $617.28 between Tuesday night and Wednesday morn- ing? Was the treasurer right on Tues- day or Wednesday? Now the whole affair was worked up to show how great is the hold of the editor on Arkansas. He is great on working up demonstrations. He did so in New York at the last General Conference. When he visited the conferences in Arkansas this fall he would send a few of his followers ahead of him into the church to work up a demonstration and cheer for him when he came in the church. He did the same thing in one of the conferences in Louisiana. The truth of the whole matter is this, there are three candidates in the 12th Episcopal District (Arkansas and Okla- homa) Miller of Oklahoma, Blakely and Clayborn of Arkansas. There is no need for any one to claim that all of the votes are his. Drs. Miller and Blakely have made no such claim. Just as Dr. Clayborn has some friends so has Dr. Blakely. In fact, when when you find out that Arkansas is not attempting to force on way. We are for Dr. Blakely. to release: good editor has so often done. signed to the release task in this article regarding ~ y they did not write. that we ook gare os w. T. POPE Pp. L. JOHNSON Ww. CLARK WILLS WATT GREENE, we get to Detroit, don’t be surprised the church anyone that the church does not desire. Dr. Clayborn has some supporters i Arkansas, but not all of it by a long We strive to tell the truth. Nor do we believe in signing. the names of people s without their consent as the We apoligize to the members of the Rom: Publicity Committee whose names were | thou and do likewise. “Southern Re- corder Editor” and for taking them to} — elease AN RECORDER | Fair Play OHIO’S JOSEPHS By Rev. Charles Henry Young Cleveland. A. JOSEPH ALLEN battle with the Syrians and the children David as King, one time could have would not, and he said, “I will verily buy is att Advocate of “Fair Play.” The Episcopacy, in our Church is a t and floor and in the papers. hold our peace. The Apostle said. It is now connectionally known that “Lay aside every Dr. Allen was reared in a cultured where men and women drank the “wate was by the gate.” It can be said of t of the Lord nearly blameless. By the lofty environment and spirit this son, ag well as. the other children other children of the family, went from Schools of our country. he does not take umbrage at sensitive ; and under suspicions and hallucinations the Third. If there be h (choice) of God, be the voice (choice) © The number five ! the Jews, and it had its place in impr of the people Ye delegates to the ensull weigh, by applying to the personality of the five terms we have used ab Cardinals of the Roman of good cotirage and let us play the men for our people,” noble rematks, was just reflecting the spirit of his ¢ who on this occasioti was the personification of fair play. offering and his threshing instruments and the furniture for nothing, offer burnt offerings unto the Lord my God which cost me nothing.” Everyone of us from the h and from the biggest to the smallest when we write or speak abo all absorbing question, should play fair with the rules of the Allen of Cleveland, Ohio is in the race for the Episcopacy, a men better to reach a wise decision on the fitness or 1 for any office than to have some knowledge of that candidate’s background. both righteous before God walking in all the Commandments and individualism and to work out their cwn salvation And after sittins arose and like one of old said, “Veni, vidi, vi Dr. Allen in his pastoral meanderings, 0 Mission, Circuit and Station fields, thereby giving him a of and sympathy for his Jess fortunate brethren. 4 Up to now Dr. A. J. Allen has played the game fairly. He has been endorsed by every conference zt virtue, think on these things was a number to be oye in short, n Catholic Church do, Ohio JOSEPH COMEZ Joab one of the trusted Generals of King David, when about to enter into of Ammon said to his army, “Be Joab, in these eat leader, King David oxen for the burnt but he will I Here taken Araunah’. it of thee at a price; neitl opic much discussed on the platform 1est to the lowe encumbrance and run ace etc.” The Reverend Dr. Ale Joseph s of a candidate our country ulehem that home in a section « r out of the well of I he parents of Dr , they were ordinances home, tual atmosphere of that Allen taught of the were And A. J., with the there to attend some of g at the feet of our modern e and superst the paths of the i,” ignorar has come t hand knowledge He is not over picayunish matters; does not labor is a man after God’s Own Heart. of that pivotal Episcopal District, And let the voice f the people reckoned with in the subconscious mind of our Church in the early days of essiveness ng General Conference every man running for the Bishopric use them as a test, and as the when they elect their Pope, CHRISTIAN RECORDER VISITORS Bishop R. R. Wright, Jr. and Mrs. A. J. White, South Africa; The Revs. H. Y. Arnett, D. M. Owens, T. te Scott, Baltimore, Md. ; J. Leo Pot- tinger, J. L. Brown, E K. Nichols, J. Winsmore Mason, William Steven- son, George A. Mitchell, W. A. Dor- sey; Mesdames D. H Sims, Gertrude B. Lee. ===== DSC09038.JPG ===== ; ar re : was born in Fairmount, Mz land April 4, 1874 and departed this. siding Elder, Harrisburg District. New| Gillis, Testament Lesson—Rey. E. L. Knzer, President, Philadelphia Preachers’ Meeting. Solo—Mrs. Myrtle Porter. ary 13, 1940 at 4:30 o'clock A. M Resolutions, Letters and Telegrams—|age at death being 65 years, Announced by Rey, Willian P. Steven-}and 9 days. son. Solo—Mrs. Alice Baker. Obitu-] She was. converted at TRANSITIONS eS FUNERAL SERVICES OF —_,, Elder, West Philadelphia District. behalf of the Philadelphia Annual Con. | 1893 and to this union was born fou Rev. B. W. Arnett, Presiding Elder, —Mrs. Edna Gullins. Remarks on be- A. Singleton. Remarks on behalf]side, but my faith is in God.” of the Women of Philadelphia District— Gray. Eulogy—Bshop D. H. Sims, Solo—Mr. Earl Barnes. Speakers limited to three minutes. Interment—Eden Cemetery. Pallbearers Active—Rev. E, L. Kinzer, Rev. W. W. Jacobs, Rev. M. W. Thornton, Rev. M. M. Lewis, Rev. oT We Mason, Rev. J. R. Reed. Honorary—Rev. R. B. Smith, Rey. | fronted him. J.L. Russ, Rev. CH. Fountain, Rey. J. L. Link, Rev. J. R. Johnson, Rev. J. R- Groves. MRS. LILLIAN B. WATERS 1874—1940 Mt. Olive A. M. iE. Church, Wednesday, January 17, 1940, 12 o’clock Noon OBSEQUIES Master of Ceremonies REV. W. L. JOHNSON Presiding Elder, Philadelphia District Opening Hymn—Rey. J. Winsomre Mason. Invocation—Rey. K. G. Keeys. Selection—Choir. Old Testament Scrip_ ture Lesson—Rev. R, O. Napper, Pre- OBITUARY OF MRS. LILLIAN BELL WATERS her heart. and always achieved success, She loved her Church and her great- est joy was in serving, no matter how || humble the task or place. She was a dear lover of music and loved to sing and being a sweet songstress, many hearts which were downcast were lifted up and made to see the light through her sweet singing over the years. The work of the Missionary Society lay BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND | SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS close to her heart. She felt a keen CHOIR HATS interset in every phase of the work VESTMENTS and co-operated to the best of her Bec ability to help put over the program. ANGINGS She leaves to mourn their floss a Sa a a devoted husband, Rev. Hodson Waters; P> beth two sons, Hodson Junior and Theo- a C dore; a daughter, Mrs. Mildred Spain; TO NGS six grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. ACAD c Almira Waters and Mrs. Emma Mad. CAPS dox; two brothers Arthur and Herbert GOWNS AND Gillis; two daughters-in-laws; four brothers-in-law; one sister-in-law; two sons-in-law and a host of relatives and pecs “Servant of God, well done! ; Rest from thy loved employ; MAROON CAPS The battle fought, the victory won AND GOWNS t! ; In Poplins Enter thy Master's joy. and Neu Failles A voice at midnight came, She started up to hear; A mortal arrow pierced her frame; She fell, but felt no fear. , National Academic Cap and Gown| Company ; 821 - 23 Arch Street Send for New Catalogs. We carry a complete line of Crosses, Communion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin Boards, Hymn Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, etc. Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands. PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA rt Tell It Wherever I Go—10c Precious Lord, Take My — Hand wis ¢ue DOE at her home in Philadelphia, Pa., Janu- her 9 months > a very early ary—Rey. I. N. Patterson, Presiding|age and united with Centeniel M. E, Church. She was united in wedlock fies Solo—Mr. John Yancey. Remarks on|to Rev. Hodson Waters on April 12, ference—Rey. H. P. Jones. Remarks|teen children, of which number eleven on behalf of the Presiding Elders—| have preceded her to the great beyond. She was a very, very consistent Chris- South Philadelphia District. Solo—Mr. | tian and exemplified her ‘very firm faith Jacob McBride. Remarks on behalf}in her God in her daily life and even of the Philadelphia Conference Branch|in her illness, no matter how dark a Picture the doctor may have painted, Sleep on my darling husband— half of the General Officers—Rev. Geo.| she, always said—“That is the human She was not only a faithful and de- Mrs. Willie Kinzer. Solo—Mrs. Laura] voted wife and mother but was ‘a real helpmeet in the pastoral work of her G beloved husband. She always had a cheerful word of incouragement in edch struggle in the ministry of her hus- band and from the smallest to the larg- est of his appointments she was always willing to share more than her own responsibility, helping her husband’ to solve the many problems that con- She had a most pleasant and sun- shiny disposition and a smile that en- deared her to all with whom she _came | for in contact. Rather than hurt anyone | Mississippi Annual else she would suffer herself and kept ]a Presiding Elder of all these things and pondered them in trict, and several tim Whatever she was assigned| the General Conferences, died to do she put her whole life into it} home in North Gulfport bett needs so much. But through Christ which would last no more than - minutes. At this meeting you mic! _|have a minister or an older person 2'v¢ a brief talk on THE MEANING OF PRAYER. At the conclusion of ths talk there should be some specific SY gestions of what to pray for. Thies of € ist, well do raise be thy new employ * And while eternal ages rin, Tr Rest in thy Saviour’, joy.” e€ clude such ideas d oe rulers in high places with each other along — a The Pani, DEATH ei SHVILLE, TENNE ssp, peace treaties might be iii languages into actual fiairs. that the fires of passion for Rev. B. A. Bailey departed thi.» paniary 26,1956. He ic... forgotten. He left Us all a a how we miss him, Fou Passed away but it se day. ir- y that tilijiist atid disrespect- hight be converted to Christi- F Years hay ems lik © Yester, it the world might enjoy id be more pétiods of si an there are of uttered pray- Period should be preceded ifié suggestions; You might a few hymng that cétivey of a prayer for peace. be a splendid thing if all it Churches in each community e for this effort. This idea -earried out in a niiiber of Sleep on and take your rest, Bye and bye our trial And our souls will b $ will be oy © at rest er Some day I'll see you ‘od will understand and say Signed by Wife MRS. B. A. Bal EY And Daughter MRS. ANNIE HE< 4ain ang Well done head Gre tiés and I think it will prove ig al il yout community. If it is Poa ieee rf y xy) . DEATH é to Have 4 grouj meetitig, nals to joint the host of Prayers whch will be made oi BILOXI, MISSISsIPp; order that our Church might be ized as having contributed to servance I am asking each per- tho expects to observe this day p mea card. If you don’t write after February 21st let me know Rev. Hi J: Walker, 75 year rT many years a member Conferenc the Gulfpor es a Del * privately. I hope I shall be able féport to the Methodist Cotineil of thodist Youth that 50 of otir yoiing eople joined in the observance. as Magnolia Grove, Thursday at 6:9 P.M. The funeral took place Sind: P. M. from St. Andrew A. ME Church of which he was the postor With the Dr. J. J. Morant officiating minister and Presiding Elder of the deceased. Internment was in the Mic sissippi City Cemetery. CROSBY, MISSISSIPPI e first Quarterly Conference was d at the Union Chapel A. M. E. itch January 6, with the Presiding f in charge, Dr. S. S, Stephen. hing hymn No. 2, by Bro. Moody, by the pastor, Rev. J. P. Jack- Scripture Lesson, ®Rev. tsom, 6. The service was well rendered piritually and financially. ) Sunday morning, January 7, Sun- ‘School was opened at 9:30 with the intendent, Brother A. Griffin in After the regular form of open- the classes retired to their respec- places. hers of various WORLD DAY OF PRAYER By Andrew White National President Richard Allen Youth _ Council The call to pray for peace on Febru- ; ary 21 1940 comes to all Methodist youth. If we want peace we must pray for that spirit which would help us be peaceful. The world needs 'thing that it has not got. That thing will come only if we pray help. We of ourselves are unable give to the world that peace which tt classes took for we can do all things. ~ Some Suggestions All A. M. E. Churches might com bine to have a joint prayer meeting sion of Faith. ab. Collection—Adjourned. with the President Mr. A. in charge. for Strength. ices conducted by the Rev. : CHARLES H. CHEW, Jr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR fla. — vas in the entire services continue to burn in our i hier you observed it with a Sroup | 4; After a brief open- | scholarships. ie Teacher, Mr. Sherman Petter- | given m ok ch ge of the class which was|of Ward Chapel, beautifully discussed. Subject of Ave. What it means to Trust in] above. kson pastor. Text words :| than 50 and the b : heart be troubled. John|dents cut from both spiritually and financially. The Presiding Blades claims were paid in full. Two were added {6 the Church. A. GRIFFIN, Se KANSAS CITY, MO. el By Dr. F. F. Moten, P, E. I wish to say in tepty to an article written by Dr. Lewis Ratisoine of Topeka, Kans. (Who is my frietid aitd the son of one of the great characters of the A. M. E. Church and was pio- neer in the State of Kansas in Church as well as civic affairs, (the late Rev. J. R. Ransome). Quoting one Rev. Shelto De Leon of California, criticis- ing the présetit admitistration, saying: “The Chiirch ig dt togéther in the Fifth Episcopal District” Had the Rev. Shelto atid “Dr. Rarisome been present at these gtocery showers for the Noah W. Williams Séhool of Religioti upon which they base their coriéltision that the Church is not together and colild Have seen the enthusiasm demon- sttated by the people who brought and sent groéeriés from over the District, and the District extetids from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Coast. Not only a few ministers as they say, but laymembers, mén atid women ap- »plattding as the reports were read, | they would know that the Church is together and is sélidly behind Bishop Williams and his program for the School of Religion. As it relates to the past administra- ons the same ministers and people who were true to Bishops Parks, Carey and Gregg, are loyal to Bishop Noah W. Williams. He has visited every charge in the great area of the Fifth Episcopal District except 6 simall- er charges. The children love him, as well as the grown tps. The assessinents of the variotts Con- ferences have been cut almost 50 per cent. Bishop J. A. Gregg in his last two years ctit the assesstients on the churches 28 per cent. He cut the as- sesstnents of the pastors of the leading churches and the Presiding Elders from $25.00 to $15.00 each. Other charges from $10.00 to $5.00 etc. But Bishop Williams in his first year reduced the assessments for the churches 25 per cent more, because of the depression, and reduced the ministers personal assess- ments in their Annual Conference Rally from $15.00 to $10.00 for the Presiding Elders, and pastors of the leading Bemcieses--bible,) Mr. Alex. churches; for secondary churches from 0, No, 1, Mr. Russell Petterson, $5.00 to whatever the ministers could 2, Mr. Sherman Petterson, No. 3, pay; this was indeed a relief to the ry Class) Miss Elinor G. Tay- Laymembership and they have worked untiringly. Notwithstanding these re- bject of Lesson: The. Christian’s! s4ctions the Bishop has also reduced, the Board and Room of the Theological 200 o'clock the Presiding Elder | students from $130.00 per year to $000 the stand and preached. Text per year. Several do not pay ee This day I shall show myself} for they have nothing but a si disire to be prepared to preach the C. E. League met at 5:00] Gospel of Jesus Christ in this genera- tion hence the Grocery Showers and These are the. figures e by Rey. C. A. Williams, pastor ( 22nd and Prospect In view of the facts as stated The Churches assessments be- ing cut fifty per cent the individual 1 7 and presiding elders cut more oard and room for stu- $130.00 to $50.00 per pastors year, he Bishop and Trustees have paid h ISTIAN R ECORDER * amie es es debt from $22,000 to Cuba; Paid $532.10 on interest and I. the mortgage $14,000. the interest is paid up to December 1, 1940. Spent over $350.00 to get the bitilding in shape for sctiool, All cur- ent expétise paid up in cash—within| Mr. and Mrs. these 4 years. Dr. Ransome forgot to] Rey. and Mrs tell this, but this is (fe on my word | Mrs. and honor, As far as the Noah W.|ner. Williams School of Religion training misfits for the pulpit, Dr. Ransome Miss E should visit the Annual “Conferences ford, Pa; and hear imé# that have been in this family, School make their Fep6rts he would not Saunders, Denorah, Pa Eveti those that|C. I say they aré misfits. have not finished staid owt prominent- ly in their demeanor, theif dress and |ter, Amhearst, Noy their reports. Etta Moten sat iti the Marianao, Cuba; Nebraska Conference rie ae PAGE ELEVEN Miss Vera Bently, Eyanstown, From Uniontown, Pennsylvania: Miss Dora Mae Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Ellsworth Callahan and family, Stewart Harvey and son, - J. N. Carter, Mr. and John Jenkins, Mrs. ESE Cen- Rev. L. E. Overton, Meadville, Pa.; Collins and mother, Brad- Rey. E. H. Newsome and Bradford, Pa.; Mrs, Ada B. ; Dr. and Mrs. -. Anthony, Aliquippa, Pa. ; Rev. and Mrs. Churchstone Lord and daugh_ a Scotia; J. D. Clair, Antonio and Caridad with me and] Ortiz, Santiago, Cuba: Bishop R. C. picked each pastor who had been to] Ransom, Wilberforce, Ohio. Dr. Fred D. Jordan who is teaching these young men is certainly leaving his stamp upon them. Everybody in|Brown Chapel, Cincinnati, Ohio the Church knows that Dr. Jordan is ajC scholar and is well prepared to carry on]C A. McPherson, Youngstown ti€ School of Religion. Dr. Lewis}Mr. James Allen, Cleveland, Ransome Ws highly honored at the | Mr Ray Davis, Columbus, Ohio last General Coniteferi¢e by Bishop Williams, when he appointed him alc, McMillan, Cleveland, Ohio; member of the Financial Board, repre- seriting the Sth Episcopal District, the | non, Ohio; place that his father held for years, Yet]C R. Godgins, McK Dr. Ransome makes this unkindly and|L. Kicks, Xenia, Ohio: unwarrented thrust. The Church was so much together |burgh, Pa. Through Bishop Ransom Bishop J. A.- Gregg, Dr. Watkins, ; Rev. Rey, , Ohio; Ohio; ; Revs. A. C. Sumpter, Columbus, Ohio; S. L. Liggins, Toledo, Ohio; Alonzo C. Gresham, Mt. Ver- Young, Aleria, Ohio; Past a Joseph Gomez, Allen, Pitts- Pearl, Springfield, Ware, Ohi my Ek sport, Cleveland, Ohio; A. E BAG in the Karisas Conference that they |Ohio; Lincoln Cadell, Cleveland, Ohio; failed to elect fiim a delegate to the|T. B. Gary, W. Va.:F forth coming General Conference. The | New Kensington: F. H. Mas Laymeii 4s well as the minister's are}pus, Ohio; Herbert Robihs standing together iti asking the General] nati, Ohio; Dr Conference not to change the bounda-|herforce, Ohio, Rev. and Mrs. C ries of the Sth Episcopal District, and| Ferguson, Baltimore the return of Bishop Williams for an-|Mrs. E, J other four years. And we will give to the A. M. E.|pa.- Rey. and Mrs Connection a first class School of Re-|york, N ligion and a two hundred thousand}york, N. dollar property free of debt. THE REV. JARVIS THANKS FOR CHRISTMAS REMEMBRANCE Rey. J .W. Jarvis of Havana, Cuba wishes through the Recorder to thank mpson, Solum- Cincin- D. O. Walker; Wil- ice Md.; Rev. and Jones, Mt. Union, Pa.; Rebecca Saunders Jordan, Denorah Portlock, New Y.; Rev. A. E. Best, New ¥ Dr. A. S $ Washington, D. C QUARTERLY CONFERENCE AT EBENEZER, WASHINGTON, D. C. Rev. J. W. Bowie, Preiding Elder of the following persons for remembrance the Potomac District of the Baltimore during the Christmas season From Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania : Annual Conference held his last official A. M. E. Church meetings at Ebenezer G (o) $. is r nd 8th and- preached an y ‘ Mrs. M. Forrister,| January 7th and ‘ i bee ce aa rs Brooks, | inspiring sermon Sunday at 11 A. M Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Hendricks. Rev At this service one young lad: ame rs he altar confessed he anc Mrs. W. H. Trust, Rev. and Mrs.|to t e a Ne a and Mrs. J. C.}gave her heart to God Holy Com- ya ec Bat munion was nistered, and it was a Seen high day at E The spirit ran Mrs. A. E. Morris, Titusville, Pa.; Rev. and Mrs. G. E. Williams, New in excess of r Breighton, Pa.; Rev. J. Milton Jarvis and family, New York; Rev. and Mrs. A. C. Brogdon, Huntington, W. Va‘; Mr, Stanley Saunders, Ohio; Mr. Herbert Deveaux, Wilber-] ing: Monday even Presiding Elder called for reports from various departments. The following is Wilberforce, | the financial report since his last meet- $278.5 force, Ohio; Dr. Willa E. Easely, i A GER pacha Whiteville, North Carolina; Mr. H. a wee ee Grillo, Washington, D. C.; Rev. and Saha oie _ ne Mrs. M. S.. Parish, Denorah, Pa. ; neal moe Lae eae mes Rev. J. A. Jarvis and family, Johns- pangsy =a Saas gs “pa. Rev. and Mrs, W. M.| Missionary 3.28 pas peu ddbury, N. J.; Leona B. Trustees Aid ..... Ae) Nee pac Pa.; Mr, and Mrs. AS Ge: Sopaies dg Mates eA KS hee ae Gatlin, Monongahale, Pay: Nag Boar re oe St. Paul Missionary Society, oes iy oe 7 =e Ushi e iee woe Excelsior Club ........++ 4.47 as Hazel Edwards, tre hike cing Gall Miss Sylvia Grillo and mother, Havana, Ree oe, Soke, bane Cuba; a; Miss Adela Perez Havana, ae aaa Mrs, Zaldivar, Camagucy, Geta’ Mr. and Mrs, Henry, Camaguey, 3 idi Elder REV. J. W. BOWIE, Presiding E MRS, ELNORA WILSON ===== DSC09039.JPG ===== ~~ CETWELVE = ss THE CHRISTIA ra. 15, ty 4 = mi) 2 . But they | left FOR BOOK CONCERN MANAGER — = ! THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER THE NEW DEPARTMENT lars in their endowment fund her car, REC ; yytert : e at th SCA ROW all have salaried officers. And by the| father received no Ress death of N PAGE THIRTEEN (Continuied trom pace 1 way, The penal Church not only | Of cours ewe were ey aid at Ripe should be. more | auto or Wen cleine tors 0 ied officers, but pays the Ken-| think of t anate, “Rug duty. It should be a S ee ahae he greater numb, was passed, who was the author? They don’t get a penny more today than|tucky Title Trust Company, of Louis-| and child: er of wy ; : Wido entered int they got thirty years ago. Pray tell | ville, Ky., $151.00 per month just tolare sor. pepe are not, Br * “aaah ae ape much|must have thought our Bishops were A. M E MUSIC me where does all of this “saving” go? | help manage their investments, Breth sore in distress, Again, I Wha : Prayer. Give God | peculiar and hard to please. It is not ° ° T have a letter from Dr. John R. Haw-|ren. ae. lovg ea cag ssa po e ee Dee BES And inj, thing ete = it ihe glee ies a Bishop would demand all of HYMN ALS kins (deceased)- in Gmy possession in eae ‘ < church organizes now oda 2 evate to this high|these emoluments, but that an intelli- ing for nothing you are going to | fro: hich Ceparty I wish to offer to th bi which he stated (upon my inquiry) |be deceived. The A m which our fathers a,q ‘ ©) gent body would pass such a law know- : / r e A. M. E. Church} can obtai id i . nd mothe who shall assemble for this | ingl that the average payment to our pen- |has s i i i : Meee their deci q i aes Brand new A.M.E. Musi ; pent Nothing on its Pension De-| we mi h « Ming ‘The following men who stand| W. k i salts a sioners is $50.00 a year for our super-| partment for the lee a Ene Bs well’ “Stop hoy. 3 ; i € speak a deal about sacrifice for Hymnals, Bound i 7 ne irty years, and|and give up the keys” 0 **vin ripe and fit for the Holy | the church, but really the onl : Diy SECA 2 annuated ministers and $25.00 for our i * - Neral eee CYS. “8 - pauieant cae, ne Only. place sac- Morocco wi widows. Just think of it. A great de- ai np a Aa compara-| Bishop Wright says, “I write... pep in the Ss of God, |rifice is made is on the small charges, nae as Head Bands pomination ike aus’ ean pra " se at’s the remedy? as an older minister. | ie rt ee ecause they missions and circuits, as it relates to ar ifully stampel in Pension Department in thirty years that : D L WEEEREROON eee ote of the foie BR adorsed by a oe a0 eamhct GE ey Pri eo 5 ce Oy ‘nafs nier- | preacher ma i i Tices. will pay more than $50.00 a year to the | Pastor sper eiaat ae ee oe ee aM twe a district; for I have seen some | is ebsites Saker oa fs men upon whose tears and blood the Memphis, T. Sand to whom most ungodly men i hurch ete = , Tennessee. 5 % LA vy. inour church |more ‘per year plus hou tc. : very foundation of the denomination | 28 Tee iy a le 4 eee a Os Behn of the A by their Conferences for the | also note that it costs eae 3 a Single Copy ~— $1.59 rests after they have worn themselves LOOKING FORWARD » By A. IT am thin Fe. Bishop. I hereby offer men|church to intertain a Conference than out in its service. And yet they think ss oe ea will never become pi, I know. by personal acquaint-|the small ones. There may be some Half Doz. — $ 6.56 we are dumb enough to let them fright- (Continued from page 1) ir ie at suUDeran isly and officially, to be made | exceptions to this. en us with the “New Department” |for more than thicty. yearemintiineata Srecka widows and orphans of a ly and officiay, to be made} We further find that very few of One Doz. — $12.00 Men who are not likely to|our larger churches are organizing or arrogant, slave drivers, money | supporting missions. This is why we heiks, and pastor murderers, | are not making the progress we should. re Revs. George A. Singleton,|That part of our work is left with Morris, J. W. Hall, G. T.|the missionary preacher and as a rule , R. A. Scott, J. B. Butler, S. | he is left to root hog or die. There is mson, J. H. Clayborn, Prince }no money for mission work. It is up Jackson, George W. Baber, D. |to this General Conference to do some Nichols, J. L. Butler, Joseph | constructive work along this line for T. J. Miles, A. Wayman Ward, |the development of our Church. The Ried number of delegates have been reduced, ry A. S. Jackson, the true and |order should be maintained so that we JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS servant of the A. M. E. Church, }ought to know what is going on in a Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. Each bank is the nm who is deeply religious, morally} business session. To remedy this am- Sconvenient size, 134 x 234 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and ; intellectually strong and 100% | biguous law; I suggest that we pay our} bottom. The slot in the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be st will be elected Financial Secre-| bishops $5,000.00 per year plus $100.00] easily removed. Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the ‘Treasurer of the A. M. E. Church|for each conference held and stop at| collector. a yast majority. Drs. Hemming-|that. This will unify the pay of the yay, Adams, Selby and Curry will and| Bishops, most of our Bishops will not should be re-elected to their respective |take advantage of this infamous law, “departments; they have done a good|but some, will -take more than others, » work. Dr. J. G. Robinson should be}and those who do take the most are reelected Editor of the A. M. E. Re-|worth the least to the church. All view. He deserves it. I think the|but the $100.00 paid by the finance sonnection is in one accord in its en-|department. When we consider posi- sement of Dr. D. L. Witherspoon’s| tions opened to our group and our in to help the superannuated minis- | financial condition. I am sure at that and other dependents. I know|the A. M. E. Church will stand at man and I believe if his plan is|the head of the list. Then it will be sted by the General Conference, | definite. All will share alike. It will d a Bureau of Conference Claimants | leave no room for avarice selfish greed. t apart, and he is put at the helm,| If we are going to grow there must will make it go. Give his plan a} be more attention paid to home work. (Continued from page |) é In most every section of the church Clarksville, Tenn. |there are ripe fields waiting, but funds are lacking for their development. FACING THE FACTS —Indianapolis, Ind. (Continued from page 1) having any say about it, The whole atter is left solely in the hands of ; Episcopal Committee. I quote to A KANSAS LAYMAN CONGRATU A LATES e my statement Page 402 Section ope ticanisas Scarecrow into thirty years more of | Minister in the great church of Allen that kind of Pension System. As long | At his demise in May 1917, our mother Pp as the blood runs warm in my veins I |was left with ten iclildrert Very successful pastor, fine Christian shall dedicate every ounce of energy | whom were under fourteen gentleman, Has had 31 years experi- to the task of breaking this yoke of age. Today those three child; Gite in “USS. est aeace oa bondage under which we have bled, |made good in life and are members of | Officer or a Bishop and thorough knowledge of business, book- suffered, and died for the past thirty |the A. M. E. Church, supporting it] an open a, a eo my keeping and accounting. “I believe 1] ¥¢@'S: Thank God, these blind guides |to the best of their abilities. bend every effort to eo - . a can make the Book Concern go. The that have been misleading us for all My mother, Mrs. C. L. Jennings, | a Pension Department i possibilities are great. What the Book these years, will have a different set who served side by side with our Eyen my nearest frie ds for wh Concern needs is business. It is here|°f men to deal with in this coming | father during those thirty years now|T hate worked and Sis aa and I know I can get it.” General Conference, and they will find) lives with me. She is seventy-three | expect my support if er Flue: os te bet! a ee mig: to as old and is an ardent worker and clarify their position as to the Pen eee event us from legislating for our own | financial supporter of the church. Department. RT h I THINK, THEREFORE I AM | protection. These “New Department” It is quite interesting to hear her tell fone a ee a. of : Scarecrow counselors, and would-be about the hardshi i] fi h (Continued from page 5) leaders, are the most unreasonable and | in building homhen oe 7: iy oe vee illogical creatures I have ever read after. sch in ei ii i inclined therefore must take the 1% chance and They argue that you don’t need to Etre se . ei - Bic ae ‘ain 3 ee a. cut from the palsied hand the dead change the system, but that alt you |God a million times for sien R. R.|I am omen "3 ae finger; take from the bloated stomach | need is to collect the money according | Wright and I am happy to know that candidiates: I ce ine She the ruptured appendix, to our law.. Well, if you failed to col-|I was one who wrote, worked, prayed | have been anenifed by Becton M The gathering of great crowds at|lect it for thirty years under this sys-}and voted for his election. : article and because I have for ¢! our annual conferences to witness the] tem, how in the world are you going] Since 1908, when I read first the] eight years carried the burden of te humiliation of our ministers in the ap-|to collect it now under the same sys- | Christian Recorder to my’ father; and] all important matter on my h pointment by the bishops is no evidence | tem? Why haven’t you shown us how since 1919 while a student at’ Ganon And like Bishop Wright It of the continued growth of tke church | to collect it by this system in all these | Theological Seminary and receiving my | truthfully say in ating of or its permanent hold upon the life | years that have passed? It doesn’t take | first appointment under Bishop J. S. | Department—“I Be for it.” of the people. True it is that man is}a Philadelphia lawyer to see the fallacy Flipper, I have with great care. oad : incurably religious but religion can be|in that kind of argument. Listen to]all the issues of our paper ond I am|SOME THINGS AS I SEE THEM enjoyed in any of the various com-|the inconsistency of these selfish, nar- persuaded to say that this article by e munions of our country. If the Afri-|row minded (mis) leaders; this is what | the Bishop, appealing to the Biehon: can Methodist Episcopal Church is to| they say, “We insist that no salaried | General Officers, Ministers and ayer . survive, it must cease operating as a| general officers be created. We cannot | of the Church to come to the General] safe and sound adviser, and 2 Ct million dollar church upon ten cent] stand the expense and it is not needful,” | Conference and there provide for our | with unfaltering courage Y collections. In other words, what I|Now listen what they say in the very | Conference Beneficiaries, is one of the} have come and beheld a new Te" am trying to say is that we have ex- | next breath, “We trust our bishops, | most progressive, and Christ-like ex-| Progressive, aggressive and mor : panded our church beyond our capacity | who are our leaders, will have something | pressions ever appearing to the readers | than in former years, and on p< For eight year I have ady enion department, and be it the... three of| understood that I go to Gene; years of} ference declaring war on any ma ren have| who seeks to be elected a Genet THE REV. W. A. DORSEY Bethel, Woodbury, N. J. Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN T16-18 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Ne 8 Me. 4 fr | PUPS yp q) . PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER 3) Ne. 10 D. Size, 3% x 5% inches, holds $1.00 in dimes, with plain cover. $3.60 a hundred. 7 No. 2D. To hold $2,00 in dimes, with plain cover. Sise, folded, 2% x 5h. $400 hundred. LETTERS TO EDITOR soon these burden bearers who live|other denominations have di ‘ ; 1 i 1 Committee of the fi J e done, and|to the need of an active department tween 1912 to 1932 like the Ou he Episcopal Commit : . tend: No. § No, 6 Now 90D. | With ‘plain ‘cover, To) Bold. $500) ta and die as paupers will throw off this! how we suffer by comparison.” Now| which duty will be to assist the minister |. Sheba who visited Solomon eral Conference during its setting— ee uke ei upon the special] #0 © bundred, net $§ cents each, Postpald dimes. Size, folder, 3% x 5% Inches, $5.00 yoke and seek other avenues through|what is the use of considering the|in his inactive, non-productive age. In| claim, “Behold the half was eof shall consult with cach Bishop { the Christian Re- JUDSON COIN FOLDERS . * . - ; . which sheytigiel Waesthnek Caaeetiaet acide tad make an estimate of the amount | Woman's edition 0: the embarrassment incident to our tions along this fin ministry. of other denomina-|my fast article which appeared in an] me.” We need the leadership o! | i : d - | corder. e, if we are unwilling | October issue of 1939, I said it was| Howard in Tennessee for another ‘ ssary for their comfort ia cat The pleasing faces and writings of to adopt such methods as have en-|time for the A. M. E. Church to stop| years. Thousands of loyal layne" and Bjenc zeport the same to the Reh ome of the great characters among - a a eae ae the a baie abled them to succeed? You say youj“beating around the bush” and go to| every loyal, law abiding min - - a ir on ot ee the women of our church that pia , onférence ¥ and asking’ the majority of | dasict thar no calccs ‘ $e shes a ying, “Gi ll pay the same 4 “ w ‘on inspire as well as inform : those present to give serious considera-| be created. Tel ste oie Genshbiacs fades ies ee kbd pee Howard lee another e eer fhe worene ek peg, wandede of others among tion to the enactment of vital legisla-|in America conducts a Pension Depart-]a Pension Department adequately pro- years.” : E em oy acbeared fo, © me os ig) who are rendering creditable tion which alone will be able to save| ment with no salaried officers for that | vided to take care of our retired minis-| Some changes in our discipline “ pas the: General es Payee cin the missionary work and the Church from further disintegration. | department except the African Metho-|ters, aged wives, widows, and orphahs.| needed. There are contradiction: ° ? and note what follows on Be ier! thee activities of our church program. It is all right for those of us who are dist Episcopal Church. Every other de- There is the Mntherisond plan. Why in some cases omissions that sh!" ae aa Ber contort The African Methodist Episcopal ambitious to ask for greater expansion | nomination has a well organized Pen- can’t the Bishops along with the dele-| be straightened out. There are s° me een ofa Bist a “His salary | Church is, ue at reer ae eal of the Church, but it is a law of phy-|sion Department, operating under a]gates who will be in Atlanta attending| ambiguities in some places ©" a Beet ol 2 Bishop: for religious, cultural, socia) rT * 4 200.00 plus $100.00 for }agency ; datk) b+ sics that when a substance is scattered| Pension Board. The Executive Secre-| the Council come together and discuss | hardly sanely, interpret them ence he holds. Aand political development of the SPECIAL OFFERING CHRISTMAS OFFERING EASTER OFFERING Sa i c; + . . ‘< 9 : A - nferencts yorid. Our women, INLAY FOLDERS Y FOLDERS over a large area its power of resist- tary is continually ‘distributing fitera-|the article of Bishop Wright as well| that at this coming General Co f a and office, a house furnished, | race throughout ‘Sue ae aie INLAY ee i cicae wat eG 1, aes easter ance becomes less. While we may have] ture of all kinds selling the pension}as the Witherspoon Pension Plan? | we will pass a law to make the ae wiped and supplied. Also the An-|both the wives ani te acetl i A nen collector which de Thin cleo ates as Sa wide surface we will have little depth] idea to ministers and laymen, members| And the inevitable question that the| subject to suspension by E el 4 Conferences of his District are to | priesthood as a te laity are 3, = 5K, inches, 59, crate eer hea een ete $3 od is little depth there} and friends. They get out from a cir-| Bishop. has raised cannot as long be| subject to review by - a ot h him with a secretary. Now, |the St ec in the life of r A. M. E, BOOK CONCERN ass | is little resistance. Carrying this law] cufar letter to a book of 168 pages dis- evaded by the personel of this great| Conference, for neglect st what does that mean? Furnished, | indespenspic 1” Sates Philadelphia, Pa: into our Church, we can see that we cussing nothing but pensions. The re-| church. ¥ insubordination. Confer quipped and Supplied. When the African Meee ee 716 South 19th Street rey on | have expanded far beyond our capacity| sult is that some of these denomina- My mother receives five dollars per] At the forth coming Gener! “abit equipped and supplied are added, | With Sa shoot Nice __ EE (Continued on page 16) tions have more than ten million dol-|quarter and the three minor children| ence we must elect four or 1 ‘places no limitation on what is ee LOUIS RANSOM | furnished. It might mean an ne ===== DSC09040.JPG ===== ; PAGE FOURTEEN THE CHRISTIAN R Allen Day Rett Send All Allen Day Returns to A. M. E. Book Concern 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Care of REV. G. E. CURRY, General Manager the BISHOP D. H. SIMS First Episcopal District Ninth Episcopal District BISHOF G. B. YOUN Tenth Episcopal Distr of the Conference, and everyone will witness in saying that Sunday is an exceedingly heavy Plograin, vac... all of this every Pastor has been as- signed, and knows his field of labor before 3:30 P, Mj, So Brethren, especially the Delegates of the Sth District, as you board the train for Detroit to the General Con- ference; go with the determination of bringing back to the Sth Episcopal District none other but our own, Bishop Noah W, Williams. : M. L. HAWKINS. Re oe eee AN OPEN LETTER 3756 Sth Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota Dear Reverend Father in God: I humbly beg of you to consider the following suggestion at your Council in Atlanta, Georgia, in February 1940: That a letter be sent to every pastor in the A. M. E. Church throughout a few words as we think. In] the world to be read before his con- ie General Conference of the A. gregation, morning and evening, on a B. Church convened jn the city | certain Sunday designated by the Coun- York and assigned the Right] cil of Bishops. Let this letter contain end Noah W, Williams and wife | the Bishops’ pronouncements on such Sth Episcopal District. They | matters as Evangelism, War and Peace, EV. M. L. HAWKINS heir guidance an air of optimism | Political betterment; this letter to con- - They have truly come to]tain the unified opinion of all the gdom for such a time as this. 4Bishops of our Church on the afore- struggle has been great and our] said and other weighty matters which ms heavy, but with the coopera-|the Council may deem wise and neces- of our loyal Bishop, Presiding El-| sary to bring before the people of our , Pastors, and members we have | Church. m able to carry on. Too much can-} That such a letter, if sent with con- tt be said of the supreme loyalty |viction and prayer, will stir the minds of the members, and our Bishop during] and hearts of all American Methodists he past three years. In a very short] members and followers to a better un- pace of time the 5th Episcopal District | derstanding of the needs of the Church moyed from the Mission Status to|and will bring about a spiritual awak- BISHOP M. H. DAVIS Second Episcopal District eB BISHOP R. C. RANSOM Third Episcopal District and Kenucky BISHOP JOHN A. GREGG Fourth Episcopal District and Arkansas ALLEN BUILDING The A. M. E. Book Concern, Headquarters and Publication Department of the African Methodist E South 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. BISHOP NOAH W. WILLIAMS Fifth Episcopal District BISHOP W. A. FOUNTAIN Sr. Sixth Episcopal District SENIOR BISHOP j. S. FLIPPER Seventh Episcopal District BISHOP S. L. GREENE Eighth Episcopal District piscopal Church, 716-18 M. E. Connection, all because of great genius, a Chief among Execu- s and Supreme leadership of Bishop ms. you will let us stop and visit stern University School of Religion, d@ Douglas Hospital under adverse ions, this Prudent Christian leader ‘saved both. Western University 6 more a little isolated school under oud if smoke; but by removing the ents from the essentials of Ss and giving it a permanent “The School of Religion.” it become one of the Christian lights he world. c s spent much on improvements ; uuildings have been reconditioned, hany other improvements which been paid for as the work has done. Let us remind you that Bishop Williams’ first work of h Episcopal District, and in this, BISHOP H. Y. TOOKES Eleventh Episcopal District (Florida) Twelfth Episcopal District Further: fe among the leading Districts of the | ening is my sincere belief. Let this letter designate a certain day, long before the General Conference in Detroit, upon which all African Methodism shall observe a special season of fasting and prayer for Divine Guidance in the affairs of the world, nation, Church, and individual heart. Lastly, aside from this letter, I prayer- fully petition that on the opening day of the General Conference, after the opening services, all business be sus- pended and the entire day, or the greater part of jt be spent in medita- tion and prayer led by the Bishops and participated in by all general offi- cers and delegates of the General Con- ference: thanksgiving, praise, penance, confession, and seeking Divine Guid- ance being observed. IL believe earnestly that the above mentioned suggestions if carried out sin- cerely, will create a spiritual awakening ed Western University School+in our hearts and throughout the on at Quindaro, Kansas, and Church such as we have not experienced n to us one of the best Deans in many a day. eee field of Education in our De- sous te sd NE ae tion: Dr, Frederick D. Jordan. CARL . STE Church feels that at least four] The Daily Altar of the Christian yea 3 are necessary for comple- of certain phases of work already ed, and we all heartily indorse the snment of Bishop and his esteem- to the 5th District. | Christ-like Prelate has brought a well studied program, solid and id superior to any that we have had. We have visited many An- nferences, and no where have itnessed a program equal to our Recorder SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ————_—<— Telephone Established EVErgreen 2678 1890 JAMES H. IRVIN FUNERAL DIRECTOR Sacred Care of the Dead BISHOP EDWARD J. HOW**? Thirteenth Episcopal Distr'* (Tennessee) 14th District West Africa and Oklahom? hop. Whereas all reports are finish- than a day from the opening 743 N. 47th St. Philadelphia Lee eee eee ne El THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER new life to the District and Economics, and Social, Physical and| FELT BANNERS DA pie eee ee Made of fine quality felt. Finished in the best style. Price includes polish. ed hardwood cross sticks, cords, and Genuine brass ends. Ready for use, No. 1-A—Banner Class; 17x27 inches; blue; open Bible; white letters $2.25 No, 2-A—Banner Attendance Class; 17x 27 inches; blue, white letters. . $1.00 No. 3-A—Banner Offering Class; 17x27 inches. Same style as No. 2-A; blue; white letters. ............, $1.00 Oak Banner Poles, jointed, six feet With spGatclee nh dose TSe Banner Poles, oak finish, six feet WIMMISDEAI ese ias ia vce re es Cc PENNANTS oe! a ATTENDANe -y These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive, Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department Junior Department Intermediate Department Senior Department Young People’ Department Contest Workers Size, 12x24 inches, price.......... aSe PRICE LIST Book Concern of The A. M. E. Church, 716 S. 19th St., Philadelphia, Penna. G. E. Curry, Manager, Dear Sirs: Please find enclosed Postal Money Order or Certified Check for $.. for which please send goods ordered below to the address at the bottom ot this sheet. No. of articles ordered murs Presiding Elder’s Record morte A. M. E. Church Record Weta. Quarterly Conference eta Class Leaders Record ...... - Music Hymnal, Cloth Name of Article Record A. M. E. Discipline, 1936-'40 . 1936-40 Disciplines, per dozen Price of each Ape GARG Eas $1.75 Be eee 3.00... SB a owing hints taiels, cia’ 9.00... Re Cee NS ‘ .. Music Hymnal (per dozen) .. 2200. Si uccsee ..» Music Hymnal (per 100) .. 90.00. Sheet: WOLd bayminatyaie a aascy 90. Gers ee Word Hymnal (per dozen) % . 9.00. eas Word Hymnal (per 100) ...... . 70.00. Aseeas Hymnal for Pulpit (leather bound) aS Stee aa KO Mi Hymnal for Pulpit (Morocco bound and in Gold) . 4.50... EPL SHE PIS G08 Pe I C88 (1.0) ada ese gee a a0 : Dollar Money Envelopes, per 100 .............. L053 . Pastor’s Salary Envelopes, per 100 SA CURSU « . Presiding Elder’s Salary Enyelopes, per 100 .... .30. General Contribution Envelopes, per 100 ........ 30. . Educational Money Envelopes, per 100 ... : . Individual Communion Service Tray, 36 glasses 7.50 up Pastor’s Individual Communion Sets. Tray and 44 glasses Glasses, per dozen . 30 3.00. 9.00. 1.00. sk cae Patient Fillers eee te . Collection Plate ...... 2.50 up. . Communion Tray-Cover -. 2.50 up Pulpit Bible . 7,00 & 10.00 up Small Bibles. each 716 S. 19th Street . S. S. Teacher’s Self Pronouncing Bible . . Christian Workers Testament Picture of Bishop Allen 12%4 x 10% The A. M. E. Book Concern ~ 1.00. +50. Phildelphia, Pa. Rev. G, E, Curry, General Manager ===== DSC09041.JPG ===== lis ea PAGE SIXTEEN GRANT MEMORIAL CHURCH PUTS OVER BIG IMPROVE! IMENT PROGRAM. bess our eters with forty sere sols added to the church and Bitcen oe ‘We afe grate © God and Dr. Continued trom pase $) | Keys for this great vitton. She sets sud express cur apprecation to] great evangekeal preache? and wil oa by spire campaign for vould he ov in any plt ot cota ence, Evangelist Martha J Keye was [Graat wil woos het again Watcha ‘pastor Dr the fro wes ‘Grisso ot ‘Somparative study of our three week with the felling weal The’ Christian Recorder~Catu, Tach, 16; Advertsing, 18) News Inches, 608, Columns, 64; Cslamne pr pag, Length of Calne Pabtobed, Weekly Western Christan. Recorder Calum Inches 286 Ader calnn 1 ags Inchee mar, 1 Peabo Sem Which meane that the Christan Recorder prints almost trie at such actual sews. weebly s+ the Southern Chitin Recorder aad Slmost Tour tines ar much ab the Western Recorder” The Christan the Southern Recorder four pages f boven calm twenty-one and halt inces nes forty-two inches font page mast and block headboe, The Western Recorder carries sight pages of four columns, theca The writer doo mot have the gure indicating the production cont ‘of publishing the Southern Christian Recerdar or the Western Chi {ag Recorder. Sulfice ito my that the Elitor of the later hae been ‘ompild to publish and mal the paper twice « mouth. The Southern Recorder is pablat hy the Wotder Sue Publuhiog Company of Lite Rack, ‘Arkansas, supported by = chain of seca pera and secular adverthing”” For the Un slr ks ty be commends Bet {ruth isthe Souther Clritinn, Recorder, diacomaaced from the seal ‘eteran eilr ofthe Western Recorder that he has boom empeled Deblch the paper of the Wert every two weeks. Abd i the menting hee pies ths shenehoroperscinure Porn The Southern Christin Recorder beste af baying ives the che sn “Ht plant” Where docs the Wonder State Pulls Company cow in? Who has soem the papers? Who seceived them? How ar they drawn? Who eesirnd Gy plant? Wi med are for tude? Doce the word “pant” mean » but or both? If building, why did the company 172 IF pinine eelnints of what doe rue? What Sally became of the $100 wl aye teen ven tothe superannasted preachers fond? What became LR? No trace of fe over having been cashed has been fod fa th! Financial Department "The malty of 2 only was mentiooed: That io for the General Condorance ts desis Tha rious prone at expend lan nls ‘At such Ie cannot cary certain typer of adverdiing The Christan Recher bas ed onty aterm toed a yea anda tleatasee spder am Pator-Mannger. ity expense item ie erate than wither of {Se other two papers Contents more varied ‘The Chtton Recorder ns boon departmentalned and contains the Daily Altar, the Church ‘Grace at the Table; Hymne of the Christin Faith, The io ott and bl ancther peblcing tavincte The tine hay coms when {he church shad ook ator the papers, sable and Improve ther Not desir and-relletive competition Intweem perdi, But ‘operation. ‘The Chrinian Recorder i worth evry penny of the rake ‘rip price which hat eww determined by nw. "Give the people Aine aed they Al Bod hae wm ug a 1865 - SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS OF EXPOSITION MAY 10-19 CONVENTIO! ha denied Smet many oppotaia) fo vromote his own ial ted | evted inl to the mee ot chuck and community. "Dr Ge ever leaves un to male” exag| icv se newb ee Sc home: att by Gast, eadiy forward even ithe mi ef fie prensa wee | iced and truth. He fund or i htc she read anes oe oor heats and geal. ducourged Tfotay we ae pactaly ot of snd wostining God mnder oat ova ‘We onl ke to keep Dr ore bt fer that sent overs whieh ni the General Cart an bertow ofon i, he ape Therelorewe pees hi othe earch cease he worthy ned we ray tis he General Conternce wi ere io he high and ay ice a Gait J. G. PORTER, Trowtee 1 THINK, THEREFORE 1 AM (Coosinued tom page 12) to’ maintain crater ins rvpestabe Tam sherefre supueting that the following operations be performed ‘40 “aGreron 1 Give ap the work in the care ofthe Ac M. E.Zion Church Taek sey and tacel comme alt ha ove have to hee care with he beeing St God upon thea a osterng the war We eintot maintain bishop in Wes Alin because we hate 80 funds with Shck to promeate the wok Perhaps Sock a peoweam il wound ost pre bn remember pride foe belere de strocien. Let $e a6 forget tat oo secur shops were placed in ji a | West"Atries athe debtors prison for bts whieh hey. contracted inthe | name ot the African Methofist Epis: sal Chor ‘Operation 2._ Abolish al of the com eelnal beards and elect or hive certed. pubis accountant $0 set wo System Of bookkeeping inthe depare ents of our Church Let this enti abc accountant make bis rept Polly fo the Cael of Bishops who Srl discover ag a eel of is repo ftestion. The apes Pot of this needs ‘Operation Tic publication now boo Te the hands of eely pubis 5. 3 and Abe sucesso ave $800 per tents Operation 5. ici Ssshon 9f the Bis c al save the Chath eusdeensive Operate & Appa to teu he trets the sd om ln 1946 Rete all bon ie Fach the ac (64 Thi wil eck te: ishops ho. he hich ne ae ae witha Ser, Bs ret of wa fe pstat ne ‘STRIVING FOR The smcatines = i it wich ducted rect upon Ba he i “i and pest Wate! crept into the peration of the depart Thi wil ave the connection MORRIS BROWN COLLEGE ‘Atlanta, Georgia Tie CHRISTIAN RECORDER ‘WILBERFORCE Univers" Polowing Fie: suc Are at ene eee Tae thet” NEGRO PROGRESS IN HALL, DETROIT, | Dearee Cours Ofered = RDER a (SIHE-OFFICIAL ORGAN E TREAFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, Ne AS AFRICAN METHODISM MOVES FORWARD HASCAL SECRETARY —FTONORING OUR FOUNDER sors tse RELIGIOUS FREEDOM Cop OUR FANE! oun PAE PHILADELPRIA, PA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY. © pw RICHARD ALLEN Fender ian MB, Crh as RELIGIOUs EDITOR sie, RTHUR SMITH JACKSON He sakes nome at Waco, fe be gave evdzace td sts [eee Quinn te 112 be wat cee the erstent grow of cans a 4 Be history of te cach: HB Reerdy C. Rassoe, 3. T fed Joba B. Hawn marlable thing abut Dr. Jac Seaciaribie of Eucatoa be BS lected at cack. Gener | 3S" ce without postion and by| 1 fn When the noble aod Bettie tase vests] Ts Thary Sse ccs ue |] The CHRISTIAN RECORDER || $5 WE, a ecion wn 2 The mind of the churcs was Sak hn tie Pani Bo beloved “Jack” was uasnsnoss LK wat the toon of tel f ofice to which layman can) P<, YY ABINGTON Ltrs, nd SS err
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  ===== DSC09049.JPG ===== ee CHRISTIAN RECORD MAN OF GOD California. I am happy to say that I] enjoy all the cream. Have we Pn : have a letter in my files signed by the| short of good pastors, good presiding (Continued from page 1) Bishop of this District which says:]| elders. No, No. We stand in, too} “My dear Brother Glover: Your trans-| much. I think it would be better to| | j Editor of the Christian Recorder, and | fer received.” After speaking of several| stand out some times. We are. proud] | é A Z, ; I a Bishop by the same General Con- | appointments land Palace, New York City, Signed: Noah W. Williams, Bishop.” | sometimes. Let us elect men who are Bishop Howard presides over West |I shall be glad to publish it if doubt| not afraid'to speak the truth, Africa, Tennessee, where Athanasius | remains. i fe like he has stood like a rock in the By Dr. Jesse L. Glover as it’s Editor. THANK GOD FOR REAL MEN— [all of them? AND Seventy-Five Years of Negro Progress Exposition DETROIT, MICHIGAN May 1-23, 1940 GREAT OPPORTUNITY—The Treat of a Lifetime 1st Award—All expenses paid 2nd Award—One-half expenses paid 3rd Award—Round trip ticket 7 The Christian Recorder is the oldest Negro Journal-- the Church’s premier paper and leading organ CONTEST CLOSES APRIL 15th Write today for particulars. Begin now. GEORGE A. SINGLETON The Christian Recorder x Philadelphia, Penna. 716 S. 19th Street Z Men of he Church midst of a stormy sea, and Oklahoma.}| DR. T. J. CLEMENT NEEDS NO He is a churchman, but loves Texas. |INTRODUCTION. stood in the front rank as a writer, a MEN AND MEASURES Christian and an Educator. He will certainly improve the Review if elected| we have. Elect men like Dr. Collins, a We have some Editors} man among men. Dr. Gomez, a strong Los Angeles, California who travel and the Church knows about }*leader. Dr. A. J Allen, a master mind. them even in the far West. Why not] Dr. Clayborn, a big Brother. Dr. A. Some Editors are pub-| Wilson, a real preacher. Dr. C. E. The African Methodist Episcopal | lishing a weekly paper twice a month. Stewart, Educator. Dr. J. L. Butler Church should feel proud of the fine | Where is the Law for* this? men leading us forward. Much has | their salary is the same. been said about the men on the Pacific | business? Coast. We are proud to say each man |} office and you will have papers like | is doing his work. the Christian Recorder. Some will say Matter of a Transfer our Church should do better from all It was stated a few weeks ago in an | sides, and yet they will say put the old article entitled A VOICE FROM THE | brother back. He can’t serve us much, WEST that a writer had written | but put him back. Please tell me why.| a fine job. Think this over. false statements, and the writer was a| _. Return to the Five Year Law question of doubt to the Bishop if he | Why should a pastor stay on one has been transfered to this work in | charge eight, ten, and twelve years, and THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER OFFERS A FREE TRIP TO The General Coie EVANGELIST—ATTENTION! CALLING ALL EVANGELISTS!!! ; he closes by saying:|of our Church, our men and women. ference?” In 1936 it happened in Rock- | “Wishing you success, I am yours truly,} But we are not afraid to speak out He has always And yet]of Georgia. J. B. Butler of Téxas. Is this good| Dr. Babcock. Dr. Stinson, and many Put some young blood in| others. Give Dr. Hatcher the South- ® Please meet me at the BISHOPS’ COUNCIL in Atlanta, Ga., February 14—9:00 A. M. Let’s © get our heads together and decide upon what WE want to ask the General Conference to do for—EVANGELISM at Detroit next May. DR. N. H. JELTZ—(One of the Evangelists of the Church) 716 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Driving Day is Over Men with authority must not drive others. We must remember A BOSS driver. But A LEADER leads. We must elect leaders at the next General Conference to work with the leaders At Low Cc ost - Via SEABOARD Low Rail Fares in Air Conditioned Coaches to Atlanta E XCI. NO. 46 - ; PHILADELPHIA, PA. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1940 PRICE FIVE CENTS attle Creek, Michigan Church Mortgage Burned FROM One Way PA New York ......... $15.17 § a9 Philadelphia ....... 12.92 2395 Baltimore ......... 10.55 1995 UT WHERE THE WEST | WHY A SEPARATE PENSION DEPARTMENT ern Recorder. Remember we need young blood as Editors. Do not rest until we have destroyed the “Three-Three Law” for Delegates. Keep Dr. Selby over the Sunday School. He has done CONTINUES BATTLE CREEK CHURCH MORTGAGE MEMBERS RAISE $1,800 By Russell S. Brown Washington ....... 960 174 Richmond Shain (ee la oda The Rev. Dr. Edward B. Williams, who after paying off the $4,000.00 mortgage on the Benton Harbor Church, was sent to our Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church last September by Bishop J. A. Gregg, and in less than three months of pastoring here, had reorganized a divided and discouraged church and payed off an $1800.00 mortgage indebtedness which had burdened the church for 12 years. The amazing thing about the Battle Creek drive is that $1532.00 of the | $1800.00 came from the 165 members of the local church and that the pastor himself did not go out for outside solicitations. CUO 815 147 cities and towns in the east. TWO TRAINS DAILY TO ATLANTA Leave New York, Penna. Sta...10:30 A.M. 6:15 P\ 2 12:10 P.M. 38:01 PL Consult local ticket agent or Se board fics im principal cities « J. M. Stuart, A. G. P. A. 1423 S Penn Square, Philadelphia, Ps. Telephone—Rittenhouse 7154-55 ‘Evangelist Mrs. M. C. Burns is now ‘making up her Schedule for 1940, those desire a Woman Evangelist may write this Gospel Preacher. She has a National Reputation as a winner of souls, also a great FINANCIER. Ad- - dress 1124 E. Pulaski St., Fort Worth, =, PHONE: 2-7901. Many people all over the conference have inquired as to how he did this | remarkable work. My answer is that it cannot be explained in words, One | will have to see Dr. and Mrs. Williams in action to get the correct picture. | isters, widow e |that we are a g Pen gree th will not read them. I have tried toy BISHOP SIMS DEDICATES NEW | who gi 1 All the Delegates to the Gen-|teach them exalted ideas about God; emp |tend Conference are elected. I feel }and Religion, and the Church. Every Olean, N. Y. i y ddened to see a ead the delegation from |now and then I am sa : ome aut é ~ aieane Bee Se in |race paper which wants. to fill up its} Dedication of the new Bethe) AY “: | : Rete: of us are novices. | pages, write about the awfulness of] E. Church took piace on Sunday after_|a Ee 2 : d some are min- preachers and how insufficient is the}noon, January 14. Bishop David “ nth Stitch. In fact, as I see|church. They have a grievance with| Sims accompanied by Rev. lagna | c at noi of the fae church |some preacher and they display it so] Manning, F eae been e tp a i ell of the|1lo District of the New York Conier- RSC ; meet to hear reports of the Gen- a et eer harek ae Sick eee to Olean from Buffalo. This Thursday Of “4 r 0 some , Officers, make laws and plans, and | grandeu ) 5 4 ony ; Beton who shall join those fine ignorance of preachers—the terrible] A lar and enthusiasti¢ crowd greeted Ae abn = d Bench. I|conduct of certain Bishops,—how| the Bishop, both young and old were The CHRIST ready on the sacred Bench. aac RD r a well how the world was preachers should limit themselves to a SEABOARD RAILWAY (Continued on page 9) REV. RUSSELL S. BROWN Se Seal Denver, Colo. becomi KIRBY’S M-I-M Trade Mark Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. _ IRON TONIC AND ASTRINGENT KIRBY’S M-I-M is an iron tonic whose chief ingredient is from a natural source. It has been sold for five years, has been used by thousands and we have hundreds of snsolicite’ ‘testimonials praising the merits of our product. KIRBY’ M-I-M ‘contains no alcohol, narcotics or habit-forming drug : Do you feel unable to perform your daily tasks? Do you anxious to shake hands with him, for | been thirty e years since an tire easily? Do pou feel jittery? Peo Here: ® paced toe to see the smoke rise above certain area of LSS eer mutes voibeopate visit to these parts. oN Aes hae CE F. Stewart tite? Een << ith plenty tican when a Pope was to be|gest what sermon st ae is s as if] The new building replaces the old |The Church Schoo! : Don’t let these things get Fie eoume at you. “he a 1 Personally, I still- have the should use. Boy a eet: jah—| structure which was completely de- Se Ae Is Dead 4 of fresh air, sunshine, rest and KIRBY’S M-I-M a ay's Pieced or the Church and look | we lived again in the ete Se Da ished horned HeDRUay WO7 REVS | Ml peueaccaeusosee rc : should feel yourself again. Consider the low price of KI ty God’s representative in the}“ALL_ WE LIKE SH MS AN HAS| Marcel J. Broomes, the present in-| Not Silver and Gold......--00e ; M-I-M. Mail, One Dollar to-day Of:.8. five-weeks pape GONE ASTRAY; Se a ii fey cumbent was appointed here in May How We Lose Spiritual Power 4 delivered to your home. g read much written by church- TURNED TO HIS OW} AY. 1938. A new site was purchased and (Editorial of the Week) mble judgment, the time has ; 3 x |P >OINTS +d In my hu sit edifice completed in six | POINTED POINTS e - a d race citizens about what e for us to lift the level of our|the present ¢ sa c $ t Se ee eames: Geli yy’ ’3 | c t 5) Pty 3 ; Kirb: s Mineral Products ¢ done to save us, and what's es in all matters touching the months after his coming cc ae. The Churchman -Afeld te « . ntleman of vision a . 5 ; atter with the world. Often 1| thinking We have come| Christian gentleman of visi d teases Paes race and the church. to the point where what we asked the white sometime ago—to publish (Continued on page 13) ‘ i flicers were loud ades on this person and that officers were T often burn papers which I | so my three children—one “has a Masters from Ohio 15 FIKE AVENUE UNION, SOUTH CAROLINA - MALL ORDERS PROMPTLY FILLED ermination, The Alien C. E./ League re need to do—| termina ay oe sts dailies to do|in their praise and expressed their |yeys At A Glance ne ee ie ‘ood | gratitude to Bishop Sims for sending |‘Pransitions ..... es (Continued on page 9) Notices—Calendar ATLANTA, GEORGIA i 4 as ; oe ie Ne toy eee se i . GENERAL CONFERENCE, MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN ===== DSC09050.JPG ===== PAGE TWO ' THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER _ ple who are tiresome, stupi 2 RUARY 1, 1940 TH The Daily Altar |2ec2riere es: oe NECORDER PAGE THREE bring myself to it.” But God can} Haye love ot DEW ines iA cp eae Se : bring you toi He glen you cara Saray PME, tose a CHURCH SCHOOL Commitee and he i worker. Thea Church, Besemer, Al. the Rev J. acts a Ss in concert with these very] door” ‘ina oe Once “show si er seu rimaene obs kepeic Dandridge, pastor. whe meeting 4 people. You are to join in worship] color, — ON accouns ay AIS gaol words who always does the thing that|was largely attended and the Budget with them, sit with them, kneel with Bee oe a Christians i tly 2a ol pg yourself to God as a work. is needed to be done. Long on prac-| for 1940 was adopted which calls ra a them | at the Altar, receive the same] _ reyec erga ¢ : _ beca: ol straightforward dealing with the tice, modest in profession, such men and | united drive to come off on Founder's teaching, share the common life and and terra 1st Te Us how to — has no reason to feel any shame. es Fee ane nagar Send checks | day for Payne University, Allen's Day work joy. Will you do thisoDe ae = oe ate our Prayers into ae ae good causes, and do the work of returns, Easter Day and General Con- you love God, even a little? Then you 65 eds. Amen, =a. Vi February 11) the value of talk. It is action that i sarees ‘ 3 * ference Delegates Traveling Fund. The will see that He loves'those you dislike, ———_— BRILS OF REJECTING |counts. Think of all the words about|not whet ac vos eee eesti |iministers and laymen were present He directs you to them. I£ you obey, riday, February 9 CHRIST “peace.” / But what do we do to stop eee at a yea saying? from all parts of State and were highly trusting His wise love, a relationship a ‘ext: Matthew 21:28-43 jor prevent war? Think of all the ae eee elated over the fine plan Bishop Sims will spring un Sin Ghee pees ee - ooh oe gpeted thee, 0 En H chatter about “fair play”—and what Reena had outlined to take care of the State’s prejudice separated you. You begin to > and what doth the L what think ye? A man had|comes of it?) Three thousand sermons Program up to the General Conference. quire of thee, but to do in: vate and esteem each other. Where} jove mercy, and RA jae nd by you etect a real fault you protect the tly God? Micah 6- alk humbly With sufferer, Someone from whom you held Many ALE r. ie aloof proves very kind. When out- Church on the Bien he © that ¢ siders can say “See how these love one} not understand the i require By Roy L. Smith + ermi and he came to the first, and|and one convert. Millions of DIO-|- We must ze a. ae a mgiy ps witha strong determi- 0 work today in the vine-|fessions about faith in Christ, and Piti- | these ie ee NSty nOReCE that pete r oe os iS ag = ces oe pee we And he answered and said, I] able action. The Master knew men attitudes Bin Mibetoe Pas sce aaa one pantainsete se Sen meee but. afterward he repented] and he soon perceived this trait. There Publicans Bad Harlote can d h ie aoe aes ni Bares and went. 30 And he came to] is a fish in the Mediterranean sea which < dB res ana rst ha aged eeres Matarearaes eS ” and said likewise. And he] in time of danger squirts out a cloud of for their own redemption by taking the | tain delivered a very inspiring and help- another,” they will not long remain io) hai ng . ae meh ger squirts out a cloud of | attitude of penitence. ful address to men and women of Ala- rs us who are within be a liyi and said, I go, sir? and went} blue liquid and under that cloud makes Very few of us are as badly bothered] bama. Among the ert ae a = 4 what the Church can do. Which of the two did the will] good an escape. People do the same = A soe ‘i Sa Ae ¥ nee Siataneay You willnever find. timetor Pabine § ; as? : by the duties that are uncertain, as by} who graced this meeting were Mrs. . “ _ =? }as one great family that ¢! " father? They say, The first. | with words. A pastor studies his church Fa 5 A inate Brewed Tacs if you want time you must “make” it Z at t ? . : the duties that are perfectly plain. Pauline Puryear and Mrs. Naomi ee oe it. will love to enter in Sibi: h unto them, Verily I say un-|roster. Possibly half of the members It is amazing how many men who are | Parks. yer: From petty hatreds and little | faiture is not of kn a , that the publicans and the har-|are of no account, so far as actual work | behind in their accounts with God, ex- meannesses, Dear Lord deliver us. And but in lacking faith st ‘into the kingdom of God before} is concerned. They once stood up in he om , Fs ive us the Spirit of the Chri . ig faith and courag J 2 5 pect prompt payment of his debts tof Among the General Officers present gi ep aCe the Christ, for His} ing what we know. $2 For John came unto you in} front of the congregation and promised | them were Dr. G. E. Curry, Manager of Dear name’s sake. Amen. Prayer: Heavenly eather y of righteousness, and ye be-]|to obey Christ, but their actions, or} The man who cuts ‘himself of from |A- M. . Book Coricemn: Phila., Pa. not require of us who is not Ae ee. but ae essai and arate lack of actions, prove ex-| God always loses more than God does} who attended all of the Conferences in ts to obey in word and dee lots believed him: and ye, when] actly the contrary. They have a name \ pati dar ji Recreate daa by the transaction. State and who assisted Bishop D. H. 2 2 abe 2 ww it, did not even repent your-]to live but are dead. Ome da Se BPG lie Fa wae arcachiag ail oe so also is Christ. For in one Spirit | in an orde: i pees % SAS: Carlyle F. Stewar 5 7 m A x me day in every man’s life is ab-}Sims in a fine way preaching all of the were we all baptized into one body be aaane ete ee Oi wane ey coptinuing daily with: one Minneapolis, \ $ afterward, that ye might believe] This parable makes the idea plain as|solutely certain—the day when God| Ordination Sermons and who will be eee > P Jerre ae ac SN accord in the temple, and breaking 4 day. Two sons were asked by their|comes to collect the rent. supported in a big way by Alabama in whether Jews or Greeks, whether|Lord, Jesus Christ. For His sake, we bread from house to house did eat their; —————= a bondor free; and were all made to|pray. Amen. : a Hear another parable: There was] father to go and work in his vineyard. | Most of us condemn ourselves when|his race for the bishopric. Dr. A. J. The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. He will ful- fill the desire of them that fear him; he also will hear their cry, and will save them.—Amen. Prominent Visitors Present Saturday, February 3 tend to make us strong? Let Us grow in grace in an order way. “For as the body is one, and hath] Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, help many members, and all members of|us to grow in grace and the knowledge the body, being many, are one body;]of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ Wednesday, February 7 p a meat with gladness and singleness of n that was a householder, who} The first said: “I will not.” Later he’ we condemn others. Allen, whom Alabama considers her drink of one Spirit. —_— eS: heart: Read Acts 2:41-47. GRACE BEFORE MEALS nted a vineyard, and set a hedge repented and went to work. The sec- own son was given a big ovation and Lier eee vipat et Monday, February 5 This is the happy picture of the Early bout it, and digged a Ni Sey 7 in it,! ond son said: “I go, sir.” But he went PRAYER THOUGHT will receive wholehearted support from Family strength lies in the care and Church to which sc F nd built a tower, and let it out toloff about his own affairs and never By William Chalmers Co’ the men of Alab gether with so man; Tt 4 ers vert € men Alabama, together with concern we have for each other; our eens y people look} We are grateful unto The jusbandmen, and went into another |showed up at the vineyard at all. Emp- Teach us, O god, how using aright the ‘country. 34 And when the season of} ty words, vapid promises. Now what judgment ad Sacer ermal wh the fruits drew near, he sent his serv-| shall we say, or rather what shall we|\hich Thou hast blest us we may make » ants to the husbandmen, to receive his| go about this false attitude? We must wise and worthy choices in life. Pre- its. 35 And the husbandmen took] in some fashion impress upon people} vent us from hindering our pus joy “setvants, and beat one, and killed} the danger of rejecting Christ. It will} 344 usefulness here and marring our other, and stoned another. 36 Again, | be something to get people to see what destiny hereafter by heedless thought Bee oned senvants: more oe ite the Master taught about this. Con-| 244 casual decisions in matters of grave a and they did unto them in like} sider Peter. He was loud in his pro-| concern. May we be concerned for mer. 37 But afterward he sent|fession of undying loyalty and yet he those who without thought reject Christ them his son, saying, They will} sel) before the first temptation. A Retieedor dieitiives.’ SBring Christ in= unit in General Conference matters. rence my son. 38 But the husband-|jittie serving maid provoked him to to the ‘hearts of all Wild. today: open Other visitors included Drs D. “when they saw the son, said} profanity in his denial of Christ. Yet the gospels for study and meditation in Avery, of North Carolina who delivered Drs. J. H. Clayborn, E Adams, Geo. A. Singleton, L. L. Berry, S. S. Morris, L. H. Hemmingway, D. Ward Nichols of New York, who is the First District Standard Bearer graced the meeting. Dr, Nichol: First Episcopal District are working hand in hand with the Ninth District. Bishop Sims presides over both of them and they will be a “But continue thou in the things | back a ‘4 4 i 2 o s to a Golden Age gone forever. his m: i 3 SSi generosity, affection, watchfulness;|which thou hast learned and hast been Why can’t we make it return? - The ee neh ee 4 . . yes to s that all shall know and follow right] assured of, knowing’ of whom thou hast ies i “wi = : things. So with the Church communi-|learned them; And that from a child ae eee Boge ae ed a ih bake oa a a a E ty. It is not a religious board house,]|thou hast known the holy Scriptures,]in the Church for “one accord.” God BONS aaa any more than a family is. The Church | which are able to make thee wise unto] js no respecter of persons. We are all is a family, dedicated to living on earth} salvation thru faith which is in Christ | His children, members one. of another. with heavenly help, strong enough’ to] Jesus.” Read II Tim. 3:14-17. We have the love of one Master, our demand and provide a shepherd to min-] ‘We learn in our Church the skills of | Lord Jesus Christ. The Church aces ister to its deepest needs. In place of|}good and strong living. What the] ys all the same teaching, calls us to a the tie of blood, we have the deeper} Church is and does, what She wants us | common worship, welcomes us to the ; hr ties of a common faith, and common|to be, how She helps learn about re-|same Altar. Around us the Blessed ee soceca hopes, and common ideals. Let’s make] ligion. The Church tries to do this;/ones gather in the Communion of the Tener hatte Eord is God « themselves, This is the heir;| Jesus won him back. “Go call my dis-|t1¢ classrooms and churches of the|* St Ordination Sermon, A. Way- an honest effort to seek out and know | but so often it is poorly done. - You can|<aints. What is lacking? Perhaps we ae ee He ad be ei ; fet us kill him, and, take his in-| ciples—and Peter.” It is quite evident] jag. May the young find in their |™4" Ward, T. D. Babcock, G. T. our brothers in the Faith, so that we|help, if you will. Stand back of your|are holding aloof; not doing our part| ~ Sontag nce. 39 And they took him, and} that Jesus wanted Peter back. Heats wind responsetion the thes for | asen ino, delivered: ‘one pi ies can draw closer to them, understand | Church in its work with children. Help| in Christ’s family. = 4 forth out of the vineyard, and powerful Stinsonian sermons. T. J E : : Let us begin at] 17. i vithout our aid ; ne aan A and live with them as we should. your children with their lessons. Find|home. Unite the home group by to- are i arg formed sis 106% im. 40. When therefore the ase — nite i Gea oon : eeu es, xeorgia, P. i Prayer: Holy Father, may we do all}out what their teacher is aiming for 2 z yf the vineyard shall come, what F inh i {1 their. li I : her i +|getherness there. Let us come to : dering sh¢ 4 and faithful members must win them] and Friend through all their lives. In Sahil shacini in our power to make our Church the}See that they attend Church school} church with a good heart. See what aecie like wan % do unto those husbandmen? 41 back. Whefe is your wandering boy?|His name. Amen. Rogers, of La, Mr. Ira. T. Bryant, J. “ ee , ” * 3 say unto him, He will miserably ae +> B. Foxall, of Tenn. F. D. Jordan of Beloved Community, in Jesus’ name. regularly and on time. If “you have joy results as member after member He brought us to his fold age'" aa Rie cee cca ai Where is your careless pupil? Where Rega SreerakIDeeni Ty) NU Gray iaual ey Amen. god-children, take a sincere interest in| joins in “one accord.” xy those miserable ¥ ht is your luke-warm church member? DAILY BIBLE READINGS BAU CAE NY G/ADAll fof thealaeee them, and see that they learn what the} Prayer: As the disciples of old were ee eeaepconie; we his ca ut the vineyard unto other hus- Upon our shoulders, weary though they] M. Matthew 21 :28-32. sniGe . 3 the all know HYMNS THAT LIVE THE SOVEREIGN JEHOVAH We must not dismiss these indifferent] which Christ stands and be led in beau- church members too lightly. Pastor | tiful willingness to choose him as Guide = given a hearty reception and they all him the . :33- Sunday, February 4 Church has to teach. Ask your pastor | met together in “one accord” so may Our souls, and all our mortal ‘Sg eure ae Bee aith | ™¥ be, Christ Has placed. she burden}... Matthew 21 Sa made wonderful impressions upon the —— i i lass f dult: « : fay Dee re . their seasons. esus s: of seeking for the lost. Jesus not only} W. Mark 6:1-6. x0 ; eis ai to instruct you. Join a class for adults day be fi touching and agree e rea r F g The Delegation to General i ae we today be found ses 4 What lasting honors shall w emdeDid ye never read in the RenR HT Tt. OLS 1 8:1-9 meeting. e g The building up of the body of |if there is one; ask for one, if none ex-| ing on one thing;” may the Kingdom of ighty Father, to thy amie? e Ae won Peter back, but he fire wi ' : me Ng Gonrorcke elected thar Oticers mE Christ : till we all attain....unto a full_|ists. But be sure to learn—thus to|God be within. In Jesus’ name. Amen. pean , 4 es; Pte buildecerciected such enthusiasm that he sesh sia F. Jatin ais eA rolks wan: nanieds CRA grown man, unto the measure of the | discover what a Christian Churelman j JJ Wt og thy gates with thankit! ee She head of the oe ad pines ae eoenes 4 Bphesians 211-18. The committees for the General Con- stature of the fulness of Christ.”.Read | is, and how he gets there. And pray Thursday, February 8 sinas ‘ Peter be sinned, Seed ames | | ~The Mth Century Quarterty}{ ference were approved. Drs. E. C. Eph. 4:11-16. that God will bless all who teach and |————__————— .. A voices raisti had:had.an experience am : a Hatcher, L. V. Starkey, A. W. West, Hires q s re sree d|High as the heaven our ae s from the Lord, age. Do not forget that—Peter—he, es Real chveresaeleeted: amily, in Christian habits and power. | schools, colleges, seminaries. Pray that | Saul—tor, behold, he pray€ll, 200 0 ‘tongues, : herefore say I unto you, The king-} —” stialy weak in the hour of temp-| AND GENERAL CONFERENCE POM ae no SU ie a A family takes a little baby, with no] we all may follow Jesus more nearly,|seen in a vision a man named Ananias Shall fill thy courts with sounding God shall be taken away from - Pp Perse *tanie back Sandtmsde: DELEGATION HOLD GREAT |mecting went ye d as a gs P < ee * ig Ba : fey rT. = tation—! Saath Oe ON tcher for . Editor- habits and nothing but helplessness to} love Him more dearly, and know Him one in, ee ae his hand Cs ier praise. d shall be given to a nation as 4. MEETING IN BESSEMER, ete ae Se Beat a Ree gels o ea igs * sar vor’ 7 self-| more par herbs ee fed e sea = jhe echinpier (verses and forth the fruits thereof. d| The Master also noted the people apr re Preside corder, J. S. Brookins, for A. M. E. control. ithin the family he learns} Prayer: We are too satisfied wit! ‘urther on | Wi is thy comman® my. the way, an Bishop D. H. Sims, Presides > dynes , ide as the world is thy DEN TEXT: I am , who were always saying “Lord, Lord.” Much talking, little service. The gates of heaven would not open to such. Be doers and not hearers only, St. James bore down upon the talkers. He de- Review and Dr. Geo. T. Sims for Chief Secretary of the General Gon- ference. Alabama is following the Leadership of Bishop D. H. Sims and will be happy to work with all for the to walk, speak, and help until he is|half-knowledge, O God. Grant that] 10 to 22) we find a wonderful example full-grown and able to go on his own. |we may hunger and thirst after the|of what prayer can do. Like a great mother the Church takes | truth as it is in Jesus. Amen. ciple of the Christian Way was pray- babes in the faith into Her family and ing. Saul of Taursus (not yet “Paul Bishop W. A. Fountain Addresses Meeting E. C. Hatcher, G. T. Sims and J. S. Brookins Get Endorsement , and the life: no one cometh Father, but by me. John 14:6. Anani i ity thy love; Ananias, a dis. | Vast as eternity ; Firm as a rock thy tru When rolling years shal stand, th shall it cease to move: SON BROUGHT DOWN teaches them habits of self-control, of Tuesday, February 6 — the Apostle” except in God's eenitid)y v 7 E tablished _ TO DATE nded deeds as a proof of faith. One|Drs. G. st ee : =e * qn best interest of the A. M. E. Con- praising and loving God, of loving and ~ : _.| great need of help, was praying in his Telephone 1390 ‘ : rae best workers is a man who came pi re aie Pectign. Thermentng wentson: record 7 + rf e es: . . * » . ie ey a helping neighbor, of growing on from| “Beloved, if God so loved us, we blindness. God ufos both prayers. |] EVErgreen 2678 By John R. Ewers - into our church with his nose in the Bee Sih the Presiding Ei-| for the return of Bishop D. H. Sims strength to strength, more like Christ. | ought also to love one another.” Read | Ananias is led to put aside his fears, ; JAMES H. ¢ ; ‘ is dno use for any church. } On December 8th th Le Volgcad bern: About the surest one to acquire Chris- |I John 4:7-12 3 s and to go and receive Paul in Christ's ds, words.” Printed Jair. He ha ite whole thing. But|der’s Council and the Alabama Dele- < words, written words,} He laughed a’ : vords, sermonic words, conver-|he came back in two He words—words, words, words!|two months he had er aoe mine is very cynical about | and now he heads one of our imp cks. Within gation to the forthcoming General 11 of Bishop | Conference met at the ca igi D. H. Sims, in Allen Temple A. M. E. | tian habits is by following a rule of} Our Church is not a club where the|name. All Paul could do was to wait life. Why not adopt a rule of living | members must be elected by ballot. It|and accept. Are you loath to see the wherein we have firm habits of prayer, |is God’s greater family. “He has drawn | Church, God’s Family, grow? he daily devotions, regular church at-|ug together that we should love one| praying that many may be pohtal tendance, and all those things which! another. “What!” you say, “Love peo- Is there not someone to whom ‘hat SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Sacred Care of the Tia athse, ——Pbilede! ae ae aS, ===== DSC09051.JPG ===== SENATOR BORAH IS DEAD mourned and ye have not lament y PAGE FIVE The sea begins to joi THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER t begin to melt ipeers. where Will yoy pocalypticism With : “ta ance is re A long life of public service ie . and : . came to a close with the passing of the spirit of U. S. Senator Wm. E. Borah of Idaho Friday evening, Whig NOT SILVER AND GOLD. : The world has plenty of it but ived. It contains articles: “Mathe- ney ye Baltimore and Nashville, for he is set for the defense of the this church. os ee nee INS Ea GENERAL CONFERENCE DELEGATES MEMBERS ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS | BIRTHDAY GREETINGS a Vey Presented in 8 oleman, Jr., “Wilber- Tennessee Conference: CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE January 19. His rugged frame|lacks what the decrepit man at |Negro’s version of ,, .." tts ; LETTERS T HERCULES NEWS SERVICE finally gave way beneath the|the door of the Jerusalem temple }- _ Wdgre by the examining RE oe Adisbas ena aaa Ministerial Delegates— : excerpts from in- Rananolt “| Th polis, Md. he Revs E. S. Rose, 822 12th St. weight of years. Senator Borah|needed. Faith in itself, faith in MRS. ALINE My Dear Dr. Singl Nasi ar Dr. Singleton: Vashville Entered at the Post Office at Philadel- ae y * vile. Paden, “as Seed was an able man. His intellect }God. Many people whine, com-|Writes from Ok HARDIyg ow 3 eon ripe The 1 : A : : hine, 3 ahoma ci, ness” by Prof e letter written by Mr. J. B. Foxhall, Manes was massive. An -independent|Plain and beg when they should] ceived my first co Gty:T ae Bee Oh VV Gibson in! which he es fee TiN). Cole 1906 C aa Ie : ey é SOPy of then. “institution i says: “It is my|\° en artwright St., Bell—KINgsley 0497 Republican in politics. bestir themselves and work.|tian Recorder today 1 Oe North ee | paper, but for some reason it’s not so | Nashville : The tise bE appiniceecne late Thets-ace dehert whe die gue teri wpliftin y. fing i oon Tal As- | good or as good as it has been when & and : O eges. R. R. Wright was Editor,” arouses in | Ministerial Alternates Published Weekly Senator’s contributi i i it i ~ : : ribution to Ameri-|meed is money wh i t i y George sg Riera: Editor and cnn sata Gat ROMERO a : 7, en ag: is some Sorry that I have not been aad - me a mixture of emotion the reaction |/2¢ Revs. L. B. Douglass, a anager ets o e must ig else altogether. We are seriber before novy, | ut sub, PUR CHMAN ATIC to which I know not whether to laugh 2420 Chapel Ave., Nashville e Me y re ba e fe or prea Beck meee await the istorian of the future persuaded that the grace of God|always depend upon yp, YO gy AFIELD or cry. Without reflection on the J. W. E. West, Columbia ae ae and the perspective of the years. | 1S the world’s greatest need. With atid and Berber for y eee or your predecessor, the paper L. T. White, 2120 15th Ave., Nashville = 7 . AU iS su il ; But for all time he cannot escape | God at the center and hub of so- | tian Recorder in the fut chm: statement 10 igen ; Pal as @ | Lay: - : i ++ «“, iv tur C: an is 3 he Haber Di - Se President being catalogued “a doughface” a | ciety a new world order would be = Bec. SoS Be aah Sheard eter idtetiigta oes Messrs. Ira T. Bryant* RETA Bdito Vice = eos ent |“northern man with southern|born. The richest country on the} ST. PAUL AFRICAy RPP forthe) Reverend se ends Sona s Mey, Gib | NN Reynolds a] o M ty » sat aN ? B a ig rs: Carlyle F.| principles,” tho he cathe from the }earth has millions out of work|Church, Jacksonville, |} “ Bree or i hare ree oes te uta key treading the) Davis copies he received prior to the General th-needed vacation. Two per_ Stewart, Josephine T. Washing- $ . : : ton, T. Jefferson Clement, Ho- Awe = consistently oppos- |and on relief. first in monies reported fo; Bit te cheek add orescence oe ee oe wad) Ik Grees > Maltop oS -1< anti-lynching legislation on the cation, or $620. The pa erted. In every sense of the Respectfully, aie A. Lincoln Criglar ee mes Tabernacle is what the The Church- Reverend Thomas Wilf; Mr. Roy Frazier Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles | grounds that it was an invasion iscopal” . pal” means. Mrs. Ruth Harris ee OF THE WEEK | H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson-]of states rights. In thi » i - : is he was a ard. Mitchell, A. W: an : ‘i .. |COMMENDS eee Pare Ward, Harry V.| spiritual descendent of John C,| HOW WE LOSE SPIRITUAL sek ae eres worstoe WOMEN'S EDIMON Dei By Fe Burrus President Franklin D. Roosevelt Calhoun and Jefferson Davis. His POWER Maeve is. C. BE ac one reason sits fOr Te George A. Singleton 106 Merchant St., Mt. Pleasant Washington, D. C J moment after the choir re- * The Credentials ‘Of Ira T. Bryant Editor of The Christian Recorder The Rey, A. Wayman Ward, Pastor Bethel, Chicago, Illinois; The Rev. S SUBSCRIPTION RATES bias in this regard obscured his] There are many things that}Ppillar in the Philadelph: i i i Allow me to congratulate you on the are unsigned. His case -will’come be- 1 Year, $1.50; 6 2G; wot pare e. 5 $ Regis $1.00; Single | vision and prevented his rise to|make us lose spiritual power. ence Branch Mite Miss Peet acre ae eile oe ea, Conta Committee and the i : eal ! . i ‘ f ry fine issue hice we cet oe dee: the level of a great statesman. athe aesn things Been Disobedi-{ciety one Beep Dei oe coe cn nue The Re ee RTO ae ae General Conference’. for disposition. T. Bond, Salem, New Jersey; Mrs. is oe 2 7 cate a t rchman hear ishop D. H. ¢ F 5 =k {Charity M. Woodk oO} Zi Christian Recorder, 716 South , 19th ence to the commandments of|Christmas greetings ms deliver a very eloquent address refreshing to look into an issue filled a ala enh K shey ae ta Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. God. holidays. She resid me problems with which the Gen- with the fine qualities of those who DAYTON, OHIO Owens, Murphy A.M. E. Church make possible our success and give ‘ Chester, Penna.; Mrs. Pournelle A Conference will be called upon to THE VOICE OF ONE CRYING— Failing to read the Bible, Fail- burg, Pa. inspiration to our efforts se Pitts, Israel A. M. E. Church, Albany. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1 ‘ PB * i islati i Z , 1940 iis das ie ing to pray, ad praying Thy Sai e and much needed legislation. He Ginterely The First Quarterly Conference of | ©! - pedone THE INTERDE) s far-visional and prophetic. P W. Ki D Allen A. M. E. Church was held Sun- New York; The Rev. W. M. Mitchell s XDI m. . Dorsey day and Monday, December 17th and Pastor Quinn Memorial, Steubenville, the wilderness today, crying aloud RS | 1), | lifting up a standatd for the WEEKLY THOUGHT people.. Altogether too few are Using our time in gossiping tional Ministerial Al! about others. Criticizing preach-|s@, Okla., elected 1! Dr. Wayman A. Jenning _ It was a genuine pleasure to meet C. W. Abington, S. S. Morris, J. G. Robinson, Mr. E. A. Selby Woodbury, N. J. Lyman, Miss. Dear friend, Dr. Singleton: Ohio; The Rev. Montrose W. Thorn ton, Pastor Ward, Philadelphia, Pa. ; The Rev. Allen R. Cooper, Augusta, Eugene A. Adams, Sec- 18th. Rey. L. C. Ridley, our new pas- tor and Rey. T. D. Scott, our New Presiding Elder, were in charge. Georgia; Dr the articles received where the [© M h "As SP rs. Lucy M. Hughes. The All izati r ———————————————————E Z 3 = A s . a : ig i AG All organizations reported over doubled author is coming to grips with Failing to give God what be- of Vernon Chapel Ai was cordially received. I consider The Christian Recorder the |;,-rease under the leadership of such |'etary of Education Columbia, S. ( “1k ig hotthe place’ that It 4 real _ problems in the church. longs to him—tithes. Church to be their pre: ; sie te “ Jee tag since yout, high churchman and pastor, Rev The Rey. A. D. Burton, P. E. Law- exalts an _ ‘ . ee : ave taken charge of it. 8 i pe Pe Riek eater cher kl nN glorifies the man it is the man who From the episcopal row comes Re We have lost power because we 1S 1940. Boviadciohia the eraecnan It has become in my estimation the peoced CagudleyiRey. Ridley” and a BEES es ei ah seer lorifi » : - have lost our faith—Selected - yed to Washington, D. C., to i eee : wife came to Allert at a very opportune | Robert B, Horry, Mother Bethel, Phil- glorifies and exalts the place. R. Wright, Jr. with a stimulating Tp andilst i Beco or reprerentatiyes of |e of our connection for })."° The church is marching on, sur- |2delphia, Penna.; The Rev. M. R —Jewish Proverb |article on our pensioners. Frank Seved Taste ok ane “F ay CLAY B ' bi Wrest Confersnée Program Com- | ormation Sahay iabanuneimanyobstaclest<. Dixon, Jr., Pastor Alexander, Evans- . AS 3 Radiant Character |George was the 3 Boarding the train h Dre ours always, ; fae ais ship | Ville, Indiana; The Rev Walter K and free discussion “is the life of : ‘ : fos : bg a aon Bs ae Victoria Jiles A Junior Church with a membership ene Siac aes gates WEEKLY POEM tthe church. Daniel Lee Wither- . The Orchard Test—for kind Celebration speaker etry and Mr. W. F. Walker, goal of 200 members is well underway. SPS RSStOr GRACE RE i ares ‘ ; and quality. By their fruits ye|African M. E. Church. | ENA asgeomeen cally CHRISTIAN RECORDER An A Capella Choic of young adatts ville Tnglans Ti er ay Dh spoon 1s causing the church to y : i picture exhibition of mission- is an outstanding organization of the Pastor St. John, Wayne, Penna. ; The nee | think deeply and sanely about shall know them. Not every one Ohio, on January ! a els in Africa, at Payne Me- VALS Me church. : Rev. Mack Brooker, Pastor Calvary, 3 apd : that saith. first Negro to be appointed ; oe, ‘ : Philadelphia, Penna. ;,The Rev. M. E AMERICA’S tes superannuated preachers, widows unto me Lord, Lord Ss gro t ae PI Manat irs zero’) Webb; |, Each Sunday morning finds the seat- Bee cedar oath Diistniels Vike and orphans. The words of J. P shall enter—Matthew 7 :13-24. man of the Civil Ser io Schnectady, N. ¥.; Rev. and Mrs ing capacity much too small for the x pn ae eh é f 5 2. The Grain os i mission. The Rev. ‘ ashington the Churchman was aCe " |large enthusiastic crowds which throng | $"""* He studded it with sweet flowing foun- Q. Wallace are always vascular. FE € ms ies ee : : Dr. A. S. Jackson, Spiga: y oe ie woe Dea. the church. Rev. Ridley and the officers eu tains and traced it with long wind-|P. A. Nichols causes one to lay OBS one hun old and some | pastor. ; ecretary. Both awaited the ar- ae ay eae pee Gosche are planning to enlarge the auditorium conference as he had, because of his : ot z ‘ RECS pe 3 EI spare’ A. D.- Avery, Greens: |. : as he had, because ¢ ag Ea his writings down with,a feeling sixty and some thirty.—Matthew ps HE EDITOR’ nes Bishop and Mrs. J. A. Gregg. |). |’ C.; The Reverends J. Wins- es ites pits eee gi ‘a many outstanding qualities, been en . ge 2 33 - f -1- - YRS 0 3 € e Fae ae f >| are very grateful to Bish- |, \ “ t Tess keene He carpeted it with soft rolling prairies of disturbance. Vox Pop has just pares fe : Christ ae W. Baber came next) re Mason,,Henry Y. Arnett, Mont- = Poca 45 ay Ridleyand vhis dorsed by the A ees ada for ‘ B . . : i istmas . 7 7 vee . oh ge e editorship of > Southe is- and columned it with thundering | suggested basis for electing Gen- 3. The Labor Test. Blessed is has come ‘he ©)" Se rose W. Thornton, D. M. Owens,| tented wife also our Presiding Elder, “paar eR aoe Ware, E. K. Nichols, Jas. LaBoo, A. tian Recorder, This conference also : Rev. T. D, Scott. marks the beginning of his ninth year ee eral Conference delegates. Jefferson Clement has a very uni- ests and filled them with song, que way of writing that causes Then he called unto a thousand peoples | conviction.. But on the whole and summoned th avest : . : pee: e bravest among | there are too few prophetic voices whose burning words appear in They came from the ends of the earth, adat heating # Ge aaa 2 hope: the church press. No use to long for the years of the valorous The glow of adventure was in their $ eyes, and in their hearts the glory Payne, Tanner, Turner, ‘Chap- He graced it with deep shadowed for- "p_| that servant whom his Lord when | “The St. Mark Mess' he cometh shall find so doing.— letin of our church at Matthew 24:45-51. Wis. The work 1s 4, The Leaven Test—is your mimeograph machine faith contagious? The joy of ajtor and his wife. new kind of wine. John 15:6 and al Matthew 26:29. ; EVANGELIST N. ! 5. The Binding Test—Love. By |has just concluded @ this shall men know that ye are |evangelistic campaign " my disciples—John 13:34-35. _ |andria, La., with Bethel jn +e ying the city the Churchma dams, E. P. Blakemore an or Philadelphia. turchman and Dr. Baber call- e Secretary Hemmingway of th Extension Department. Be- committee on charters in ses- neys Calloway, H. E. Dud- ansom. Bishop M. H. Davis E. Walden arrived before the n and George W. Baber de- n d H. Hart, Chester; George W. Baber, Detroit, Mich.; William E. Caldwell, Mrs. Zelma Logan-Singletary ; Drs. Selby, Julia Stephens, TL, “ocote,: Evangelist of Baltimore, Md., Wm. A. Dorsey, Woodbury, Neil ecules ler Link, J. G. Robinson. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 1940 Christian Recorder S. S. Morris, C. W. Abington, E. A.- —Mrs. Sadye Nelson as Presiding Elder of the Ozark dis- OZARK, ALABAMA eet beh hk in + The most inspiring feature of the Presiding Elder E. C. Hatcher Closes Successful Conference The first quarterly conference of the St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Ozark, Ala- bama held December 1-3 was success- ful financially and most inspiring. This terly conference had many interest- conference were the presence of, and Rey. C. G \sermon delivered by i ation Hatcher, who stirred the congr as he did while serving the distr P. E, until his retirement. He succeeded by his son, our present P. E., Rev. E. C, Hatcher. Although en- dorsed as the Evangelist for the First scopal District where he is now qui ing aspects. It was the first conference | — of hope, pelle, and John M. Henderson. tthe Wee Tedex|M.°E. Church pastored = ‘And out of the bounty of earth and the | They are removed from us. ‘This Ree em ota verend D E. C. Forema™ | eee porns th pee Ch rage with our new pastor, Rev. J. J. Tipton, ‘ne in New York City, Alabama labor of men; day is ours. But our dogs are ——— nt ae “4 : tl ei ae es “tse en: Philadelphia, Pa. ey who has distinguished himself as a most fee ana Bb A.M : Church lot of tire lon ganuios Teas te ant ore i : ; eae ACKSOM eR : Began tits Oe Pleage enter my name 33 7 ‘ remarkable pastor. The spiritual fervor a fithrea batt Fasten. 2, ore of souls; pray! | dum aid dough ae gs POINTED POINTS meeting brot out over > fow'the cfioir and conerega- |] subscriber to the-Christian Re [| 14 seatof the members has increased pemnlays pins ss tip oe EN is ominous, dreadful, dangerous. eerie tt Ba oe the best he has “There’s a land that is fair- corder for one year. Am enclos. [rrr tcably ( Hatcher, Out of the memory of ages and the|OQnce we went up to Bethel, now al ? sons, one lay.” Woe is me if I preach ing $1.50. Another very interesting feature of| The church has been completely re “WHEN_ THE STARS IN THE sponsored. pel. It is God’s power unto Vitro chic pwaaes saenabeO” Sur neS this quarterly conference was the fact | organized under Rev Tipton’s admini- =. ee : a y stration and all things point toward hopes of the world; God fashioned a nation in Jove, btessed'| don’t even go up to Tawawa it with purpose sublime and called Chimney’Corner. There is no one it America. ~ |to say we have piped unto you, Rabbi Abba Hillel Silver | and you have not danced ; we have 5 ia raph of with} THE FIRST NUME ~ | “Wilberforce University ~ | elements are falling © And the moon dips away everyone that ut he just must needs jou believeth. ‘chman is constrained to g0 Street or box r- Ahate Pn eG. Hatcher was pro- ng his last first quarterly Master more and better work for the bably holdi + ===== DSC09052.JPG ===== ME Re a OZ SE THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE SEVEN ay ————— “3 PERCE EERE REE EE The Christian Recorder Pulpit pee we shall now proceed to discuss 3 new Testament scriptures to refer to the same thing (viz) the mind. Soul is mind and mind is soul. The mind has more names than one; for instance, the mind is called soul, and the mind is called spirit, and it is sometimes called breath, but all these appellations mean one thing and that is the mind of man. Man is proven to be dichotomic from any angle you take him and from { jthe four above named topics in order. TREASON GOD’S DICHOTOMIC WORLD A DICHOTOMIC WORLD Here where the lilies And daffodils grew, Snowdrifts are tumbled; Leaving no clue Of blossom or bud Or green curling leaf; FEBRUARY 4 We mean by dichotomic world, that it to say, a world composed of two Parts or a composition of spirit and matter, or mind and matter, anyway you take it, the whole world; earth and sky, IG TO MAKE OUR ‘RY CHRISTIAN y Kingdom Come” Phil. 2:9-11; Rom. 14:17 i A.A. p,! (Sines land and sea, man and beast, the world all the facts we can find about him. The garden is white the’ chair. s $ ean ip : being composed of mind or spirit and|Take him back to his formation and With a chill frosty ee The session opened by si, a month of celebrations. matter, and mind being the dominating | creation and the facts are that he is a No. 1, after which Reve bray ce it brings the birthdays or ruling force in it. £ composition of mind and matter. Here ihereltie hace by Rey. Ed: esta. Was otfey nd Washington, and so em- It is written in the Book of Génesis,| Let us read Gen. Fluttered tipsy with clover, Ist chapter. and Ist chapter 2nd verse. “The spirit or|God formed or hughed—Heb. (hasa) mind of God moved upon the face of }man out of the dust of the earth; that the waters or upon the matter. The |is to say, he made man’ body, man was great mind of God is in every atom of |dead, he had no mind, spirit, soul or his universe, moving it and controling | whatever name you may give it: he it, hence, Moses used the strong He-|was simply dead; could neither. see, brew word; ruah, meaning breath,|hear, feel, smell nor taste, but dead, wind and mind, wind and breath being] just like he is in our day, when his symbols of mind, hence Moses js trying | mind, soul, or spirit or breath leaves to tell us that the great mind of God|the body, he is dead, knows nothing, moved upon the waters of the caotic}says nothing, does nothing matter of the world and it took its] Now God looked upon man’s lifeless present shape and form and composition | body and by his creative (bara) breath as matter and mind. he created man and he became a living The master mind creating, (barah) if | individual. you please, and controlling this dichot-| Man became able to act, to will and omic world is God whose personality | to do, when he became inoculated with moves in every atom of matter in his}the mind or breath of God. Now he universe. ‘knows, now he is the image of God, The world being dichotomic it fol-| his mind is eternal, Holy writ) only tells lows, as the night the day, that all else}us here in man’s formation and) cre- in the world must need be dichotomic, }ation that God put two parts or ele- and thus, God has arranged every thing |ments in him. viz. dust, (body) mind, in the world to agree with his dichot-|soul, spirit or breath, all these names omic world. Thus, by this very ar-|mean the same thing, mind, thus man rangement God himself has declared is beyond all question a composition of the world to be dichotomic. matter and mind, We think we have proven the world| We call up witnesses: Jesus tells the to be dichotomic, now we leave the|devil in his temptation, that man does reader to reach his own decision, herejnot live by bread (arton) alone, but is much material for debate for the | by every word.that proceedeth from the theologue and the scholastic, get busy] mouth of God. By bread is m all now; if these facts be old fashion and man’s necess for his tem best elements-of citizenship ism. It also reminds all En- that on February 2, 1881, the ‘of Christian Endeavor had 1 in Portland, Maine, under the ip of the minister in the Willis_ ongregational Church, Rev. is E. Clark. Having read the scripture les presiding elder announ ie ready for business, Brother C. A. Dye, Sr. y | secretary. The reports fror ent departments were yery ing the church to be alive bot ly and financially. Peace and existed throughout the business mi ne SS Meet. Sunday was a high day. Th elder as usual preached a < sermon, his theme being « go through great tribulation ¢, heaven.” His discourse Made a impression on his hearers REV. J. S. McALLI REV. A. A. DUNCAN MRS. LIZZIE FE, DYE Blankets of snowflakes Are whitely spread over; Winter has conquered, Winter is king, But underground violets : Lie plotting with Spring. * F —Anne Mary Lawler aE SNAPPY STORIES One ced the uh harnog the Topic Clear superintenden* or the leader, or may bring out the following s guides to the Juniors in un- ling the topic.) words of today’s topic, “Thy fom Come,” are found in the heart prayer which the Lord Jesus left followers. | These words have prayed for nineteen centuries by tians, and the full answer is not tin sight. Why is this? We an- yer one, question by asking another: That things are necessary in a king- dom? There must be a king. He must be ‘willing, and must have the power of a _ king. God is pictured often as a great - King. When the Hebrews wished to peak of their connection with God hey called Him their king, and them- yes His subjects. When Jesus tried & oe the minds of the people toward Fod ories or parables ; ; CH é | heat ieee as alor similar statements in their own| absolute, and show us a better way and j!stence and by the word of God is meant THE REV. A. W. JACKSON We shall stress and discuss four topics : viz. (1). A Dichotomic World (2) A Dichotomic Man (3) A Dichotomic Christ (4) A Dichotomic Church. My first task is to explain or the term Dichotomic, or tell what the Sub- ject of Dichotomy imbraces or means. The English word dichotomy comes from the Greek term dikotomos, a Greek noun derived from the Greek verb, dikotomao, meaning I cut or di- vide into two parts, or pairs or divisions, Now the Greek adjective is dikotomea from whence we get the English word dichotomic, meaning appertaining to two parts or divisions. Now we think we have well defined the terms dichotomy and dichotomic, —— ‘ ABSOLUTELY A preacher in California owns a mule with a highly efficient pair of heels and a loud but not musical voice. One Sunday morning, while the preacher was delivering the sermon, the mule persisted in putting his head through the window and braying loudly. The preacher finally said: “Bredernt and sistern, is dar one among youall who knows how to keep dat mule quiet ?” “Parson,” replied a man, “if you will vs jes’ tie a stone to dat mule’s tail, he f will keep quiet.” AUGUSTA, ARKANSAS The first Quarterly Co: Ward Chapel A.M.E. gusta District was held Monday, December 10th an After a grand Sunday School con Rec a and sistern” said the ft a en. aw reacher, “let hi ho is wi i ‘ : See i Ns ara ; ‘Lsti we sper on who is widdout sin, Mahatma Gandhi, approached to sign a response to President Roosevelt’s ridge brought to us a soul message on moral rearmament by representatives of the Oxford Groups, not |™n from Matt. 11:28-30. F Gandhi Refuses to Sign Moral Rearmament Document » 5 25) rors 5 an’ eds for his mind, soul or spirit. KO PDaER only refused to do so, but intimated that others who signed had not carefully | WaS made to feel glad. words.) . ei Gor ee OanoL weaiall wale sherein, Be ee ae ninety ear to considered what they were doing. Gandhi’s position was that members of an| At 3 P.M. we enjoyed re must be people of the king. A] 1. Since the Risener vi Pe pate EE ea aa eienotcaic ey: Z 2 i gran iz 3 5 woe , the first s “ard you. laughing ater dence exploited nation, such as India, could not honestly mean the same thing when class meeting. A. C. E. | without subjects is like a church|up of good people, not of ba the irate Professor of his class. pea of moral rearmaments members of an exploiting nation, such as the held at 6P.M. ah? é “No camie: the-aheweesid chorus Titain empire. Before British citizens invite Orientals to share in a moral | °Pemng conducted by the pa “Well,” insisted the Professor, “what Tearmanient Progtam, he insisted, “let them shed their exploitation policy and J. R, Lowrey. Sermon BS else js there in the room to laugh at?” their immoral gains first.” Est: siding Elder which we all enia Monday night the business session held. Organization, Mrs. B. C shall, Secretary, N. T. Mathis shall, L. G. Greene, Repor Re ports and Disciplinary Questions, om death this quarter, Bro. Henry Gert ner. Monies raised this quarter SIél. 85. We certainly thank the Bishop and t i i i We now, present Bishop J. S. Flip- hout a congregation or an automo- need is that each of us give his heart tals x 4 Fae a ae AME. once vithout wheels. When the King-jto Christ. To do this we must openly Man is just as dic! jotomic as_th Sprig a RAE £ God is established there will be | accept Christ as our Saviour. world in which he. finds himself. He sh Pe Mise sede baa : ill t to dothe| 2, When the Kingdom comes there|constructed to suit the dichotomic } formost theolog fus Mee ee i ee Pee be Cat be much fentiness sympathy andj world and conditions in which he is sone in pereeit e at the Kit- ats 4 fi r onvention, sub) d. They ‘vill be in all the na-|mercy. Each Junior who puts these found and Discs Oe : e hs ae Ye nd of all races and languages. things into his life and urges others to} By ones Be Cae = must be some things for which|do the same is bringing the Kingdom assets peueets, fei siniere i dichatomis of the fest ee sue a oor “aes ier ny of the rules of God’s Kingdom } you put it the meaning will be the same, |!" his presentation of the facts and his i Spe gas eee is Seeks one another.” The things all these expressions have the same im- is stan > i is by no means, trichotomic, 4 i i i to be the opposite of} port. Man is by ne orce for lieve, fea ne as the scholastic world now seems* to} ™m¢an Fe a aE ESET INA Pat Seth 2 Sad fe RB Air PE Re OE eS He is ideal in his dealing with men.jtions satisfied, reopened and student When I speak of the Bishops great-|body to-day is around five hundred. ness, I am actuated by the knowledge |The faculty of Campbell is one of the I have of him. Bishop Greene loves| finest in the history of the College, and helps the laymen and minister |and the Bishop’s judgment in select- farthest down as quickly as he would |ing the president is amply vindicated the Presiding Elder or the metro-|for Doctor R. A. Scott is a man for BISHOP GREENE AND HIS AC- COMPLISHMENTS IN THE 8TH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT By Rev. G. T. Stinson P. E. Monroe District us lived, comes forth as nitude and , he shows him- Greek terms in the ce self an exergete, an expositor of no ability and he may easily be t 5 - —jealousy, spite, hatred, getting “lassed with Moffatt and other great politan Pastor. ~ : the post. Conference for the return of our P. E or music and culture, oo ne rie We Bea (iee now.| think, and thus, proceed to try to edu- wale ere a sddteae ae 4 ee ee pra Parjieig ees 2: peste i assi aud Dastor “Hope to do a belttr "7 ae’ et e fal ee e sure way of helping the King-| cate the world on these basis: they} ¢x¢ts¢ I am happy to make known to the | have passed resolutions asking the |, * lent Scott is ably assisted by under God the great purpose is tha . On 3 use of Greek terms are now before me, I myself, am a Greek student of the lamented Prof. W. S. Scarborough this year than we did last their leadership. "Rev. W. T. Eskridge, P. © Rev. J. R. Lowrey, Pastor Mrs. L. G. Greene the services of Dean S. L, Greene, Jr., who has lifted the Theological Depart- ment to a place of fine recognition. Bishop Greene helped _ struggling churches in Miss. and La. and saved many from the Sheriff's hammer. And perhaps his major feat is the fine brick church in Shreveport, La., which’ was lost eleven years ago, now in our Posesssion due to his leadership and’ sacrifice. This church was built at the cost of $35,000.00 and is one of the say train the head, the heart, and the great A. M. E. Church and to the General Conference for his return and hand, and this done, and man, is sup- public in general some of the great|the delegates from the Eighth District accomplishments of our Bishop S. L.} will be in Detroit to follow up these Greene. The better you know and the |resolutions to have our Bishop Greene more you work with him is to have | returned. . : more love and greater appreciation for Some Outstanding Work Done him. He is in every way fine brother Bishop Greene found our Campbell to those whom he serves. He exempli- College at Jackson, Miss. sold, and fies the Christ spirit in showing love | college furniture and fixtures seized to those who do not think with him. | and stored. Our Lampton College at He will not take undue advantage of | Alexandria was also fost. Campbell's a poor brother because he is invested | indebtedness was nearly $10,000.00 while le everywhere shall try to do|dom to come is to think, and talk, and would have them do. He is pray SN war, and for peace. Feeaagaellewra os tone ey ie aon etl a can Oe: The Kingdom a treasure. The scholastics use these terms: oe eee i cel Matt. 13:44-46. | heart and hand, putting parts for the ee i i thole, by way of figure of speech; to w i Kingdom increases. | W , by yo n SO “Thy eaoete: come! Doers ae SS ae 13:31, 32. | show that man Is composed of matter A NICELY VESTE CHOIR ould be making a solemn promise * verlasting Kingdom. } soul, and min 5 DOES SPIRITUAL. i i Ip to make it) W., Jan. 31. The ever z 5 head, they mean mind, Ske Cee ONS as bs meee hele Ps. 145:10-13.| By the term hea DEVOTION INSPIRE 2 ii by the term soul, they mean in- F rst the Kingdom and by n T., Feb. 1. Seek firs Luke 2:31, 32. definable, and eternal siguga?S they sete ae bea : cin saad é ver-the-less, they say Kk and pleasingly low know not what, never: rere oa pease (Continued on page 1S) ‘COMMON "SENSE The thought of death 's oe when men face problems brav‘) "that all avoid. Yet, in this 28 Sone mist somietimes think of the eans that the matter is not en- God’s hands. He will not ist is i da King. ; ‘the Kingdom by force, but|F., Feb. 2. Christ is seaeiere S7( lit is comethingr apart trom ihe mindand ; Choir and Pulpit e | ee s i its daily TATE f eat many ae é he body, now by the hand they mean oir wi eae finest structures in the city. Shreve- din; 1 as its da! ling help of a gr ‘ ring tribute. the body, : th the appointing power. I have|Lampton College was nearly $37,000.00. | (°° eL ald oilsiasa Aeeeen. ratte Heat! ie ae She We may be Gistan Endeavor is one of|S., Feb. 3. Christ receiving tributes | [ine ss einan, ‘These. scholastice Gowns worked in the cabinet with him for]After a conference with representa- Sieve meres |] trials and triumphs. overslook the fact that soul and mind State your needs, Catalos synonyms, both terms refer to one and and s the same thing, namely, the _mind. The term soul and the term mind sare inter-changeably used throughout the nizations that can have a = doing this, and on Christian En- rT ay have special reason to bout the things we can do. Rom. art Day.) .s may make the following 3 any ~ consulted in confidence about * aspect of funeral service. VALTER C. BECKETT f these years as one of his Presidin, es from La. a1 iss. it w eed [om iin bgt ee ae Elders; and I feel that I owe it to ih rk esr on ta ak Cems es Uae die en p myself, the church and the public to|pell College thus carrying out. Bishop Greene is greatly helped by Sive testimony of his fine work. The|order of the General Conference. | his hard working i | wife church will be a long time producing | The College at Jackson, Miss. has ‘marc another Bishop S. L, Greene. | been repurchased, rechartered, obliga- * +. . oe Sun., Feb. 4. Topic—1. “Thy Kingdom : | Base ” Matt. 6:10; Phil. 2:9-11; ‘ 14:17, (Christian Endeavor —Christian Endeavor World a ===== DSC09053.JPG ===== .THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE NINE ad ‘Song to attempt |Be proud, my Race, in mind and soul; four years to modern- | Thy name is writ on Glory’s scroll ‘ issions program and |In characters of fire. A 3 (Continnieds tit Dae) Be ich tn be link i oer s to the mechanics of the drive, I can very well explain that. The church : ¢ clouds of Fame’s bright | was organized int Ic ‘ ; te ; locally one third more ee oat into a mock annual conference, with reports being made each correspondingly profit by TRI beaee Eee Pad Gack 'hy sees y ee the tune of “The Church Is Moving On” and “We Shall Wear oved methods at home. And truth shall lift them highe : Bs ie f eae oes ee oe See Pe bore, oF 18 Mr Orearoetarn isa igher. 200 people, with the pastor leading the singing in a display of Terpeschorian sas women and to whom |Thou hast the right to noble pride, [2% that would vie with the enthusiasm and movements of the leader of the as wiven a definite tack | Whose spotless robes were purihed | CheetiRg section of the “peppiest” and most enthusiastic college football game Rretatddress I'zave at the By blood’s severe baptism. you have ever seen. Each member was asked to pay in $10.00 over a period of ee ccc et | Upon thy. brow the cross was laid, 8 weeks. As to how well they responded is attested by the record breaking tober 1939, “It ic 2 trek [And labour's painful sweet-beads made ["etults- There were 7 presiding elders, 35 pastors, and 123 members in the Mee ed fh us which we have A consecrating chrism. - mock conference. The presiding elder raising the highest amount over the ae 8 weeks period was to be crowned the “Dollar Money Queen.” 8th and BATTLE CREEK CHURCH MORTGAGE MEMBERS RAISE $1800.00 leaders. There were 1775 people from| but as the cho 70 countries—Y% from churches of the |more than en ee ag world, 1% from organized religious | ligious groups in all parts of the aos Xi > invil Esters snes fo Due oe program of the Conference fd elie. i. ‘ang brieg ; about 30 Negroes, | cluded 10 sessions at which were as- naa ie ee coe 39 of the States sembled all delegates to deca nae sae ae al on Nise ne os : m no occasion injence. Preceding each of the morning or mat, will hi ae 5 ‘S las so large a num- | full sessions all of the Conference had | to ee mae ber of American religious organizations | the opportunity of Pparticipati: i i Sa ame i been ‘tepresented at a conference. | service of - worship toca ore There were colored and white peoples— widely varying ways—b; hi such people as a Chinese teacher, an | tives of Christian eer -. TO THE WOmen. ems y ad ty ave from ry Impressions on me—but be for English Bank official, a ae - groups as far apart | ing with them— . in and it will ‘ Epes eye he ee nurse, | theologically as the Eastern Orthodox | how all of a like t¢ a a aoe a Sis to! No other race, or white or black final week's reports were sealed and the presiding elders were seated on student, a Dutch publisher, gu Tediae Chars and an African Negro-Church. | zationally, to us i a : Bien of the Chureh will ful ma ie Dio belies eittorie, thee on whlch rested « golien coor so : 3 7 asher, an Indian | It was inspirin: teres oye m the United «,. es i 0 seldom stoop t ieving ; . 5, “« +s as social-worker, an American telephone | Mays, Oe T was riding along in the , : the importance, the possibil- | No other race. ney rire eee ee eats ie ume te a = apg tie we = ke sy re # : - ? , as announc! y the presentation of a rose by the soloist, Mrs. repairer, a Hungarian lawyer, an Afri- | ington, th sity, Wash-/ Amsterdam, by way of structive work in our for-| Forgot th st ae > : , the Rey. D. T. Niles of India Cc z y of F ‘ got the past and proved them men|E. B. Williams, as she concluded her remarkable rendition of “My Garden of A i . 2 0} las our h 5 ate ; can pastor, a Swedish accountant—all} Miss Minna Soga of South Africa ‘ a ee Be OF Us w ion ea be pee ie ee: eae arn ee rot sons andi hoax’ stopping mpinent when) shel evddenky : Cooperatives in {] turned and handed this rose to Mrs. Betty Milner, who, with her had the : , , group, ha blended their discussion ar ound the|There were a Briti i 1 ¢ 2 sh Free Servic i i : common theme—Christus Victor—|French Reformed Ch ice, 4) navian countries). A young ie 22 2 ers n7 * come ['50/0m andl ap Our souls and eyes won the coveted honor by raising $341.78." Amidst cheers and tears the crown Chast Wadler: . urch Service, a | was sitting nea per | women will rise and call you | Shall follow thy continuous rise; ious. Hungarian Lutheran Service, an Afri-| Heh; ig near and I startey Myon (can make daily? tasks | Our ears‘shall list’ thy story was placed on her brow and the streamer across her breast by the pastor, who yi e had been a Fellow at p s 2 added the coronation kiss. Other total reports were made as follows: Mrs. It was thrilling to sit in thai can Christi i ‘ = i ; Ss te eh ag he nse es vet eGR Le aaa Switzerland during the year alee ahaa a See e So aie who from thy root shall! yrs,garet Stewart, second place, with $296.13; Mrs, Leola McDonel, third, with Amsterdam on thé. afe=aton: of uly Soren cere Wena Cette a i from Wilberforce,” he said Be eps cnirnie aweltine £ if Pea ire cide (ek Iyvesttorsing $211.05; Mrs. Lillian M. Staley, fourth, with $168.35; Mrs. Maxine Graham, 24, 1939, when the delegations to the | light of the conference F 2) ugh all things, Lam from Cedarvitte derprivile ed into home ae : Of Ethiopia’s glor yresito sin | fifth, with $140.00; Mrs. Carrie Warfield, sixth, with $102.31; and Mrs. pas Wild GonlerencesGhi ChesGiumevecen launione comes eo our com-j|I have been to Wilberforc. ;.. : Be Lely t sc 4 sae ae CSS Lane Terrell, seventh, with $58.44. The church then arose and sang “Praise MRS. REVERDY C. RANSOM <lyrere introduced. veil 1507 pee (REI caters atime, er euncuer mere” ee aicuor sims bepicaTes NEW. | C7 Som Whom Al Blessings, Flow” and “Tho Chueh i eee ae Tachdeas Chines ee MR RIS, BEN ae P 7 ee uae an Anglican Eu-| It is said that Christian \ Bee apis) Cn tear temp mee apes On Sunday, December 24, our mortgage was burned amidst sermon, oratorio, Wilberforce’ ota eee en BES |, flags from ist, a Lut! eran service and an Or-| tivities are better oreanizec MMs yc Pea Conti oratory, and pageantry. Dr. David A. Blake our beloved presiding elder ties around the bal- |thodox Eucharist. In the Dutch Re- | than almost an: pte Ss ae Pe ihe Gseouraeed CConbaued fominaee 1) preached the redemption sermon as Bishop Gregg’s special representative, es bring hope to the hopeless. In | to them such an excellent type of lead-|440 pishop being unable to be present. In Dr. Blake's fiery and oratorical i Her acquaintances call her ~Mrs.|cony (Yes, there was a single star, | formed Service somé 900 peopl I i Prem —— ” She oe wife of | there were stripes—flag of the Liberian ticipated. The ceremony, with 00 e0: bi ae ae » ne and presi les over the Republic). over the organ in blue and ple kneeling at one time, at a common | bulletin “Christian Action.” ¢ awawa Chimney Corner,” the home | white, Christus Victor, Seated on the | table with Christ, was impressive. a th tees. Hertha ie Lage popular by the-right of the stage was Prince Bern. ! Morning and afternoon hours of the are ee, : ; = op B. W. Arnett. Mrs. |hardt, who brought from her Majesty 10-day conference were spent in Bible | that is “alive” is unaw: ansom an her brilliant husband cele- | the Queen of the Netherlands, Queen | discussion groups related to the theme t ei. brated their Golden Wedding Anniver- | Wilhelmina, “good wishes to follow you | of the day set by the principal speaker diffe oy . sary two years ago. She is of a sweet |in all your discussions, to you, Youth }at the full session of the Conference Ee disposition, kind, motherly, and very | of the whole-world, who through com- | There was evident the estimation of ae d Fi ily, ‘the Ai devoted to her family. The Y. W. C. | mon thought and common work strive | value of the Bible in an approach to Wee the ia a ta in New York City is named for her,|after a solution of the problems which | daily problems. Among the speakers iBhesion oe ae * The Emma _Ransom House.” The | in these difficult times occupy the minds | were such leaders as Dr. Pail Braisted| W. belons ae h of us, t students at Wilberforce have a friend |not only of Youth, but of all man- |of the United States on “Our Different oe es es ors in Mrs. Ransom, to whom they go in | kind.” : Backgrounds and Our Common Call- Family ae Wome a oe In that assembly, there were people ing,” Reinhold Niebuhr on “The Chris-| Christianity IS vital to m — s io make this desert | whose skin was varied in color. They | tian in a World of Conflict,” the Rev. | in many lands. wore different types of clothing of G. MacLeod of Scotland on the sub-| It is possible to discover so! Our opportunities are unlimited and }ership. Total cost of the new structure | non, he compared the excellent work of Dr. Williams to that of Nchemiah “rust we will let down our nets where {seven thousand dollars, of which 4.0. he rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem. The Bishop sent a telegram of con are and not start chasing the will |amount all is paid except five hundred gratulations to pastor, wife, and people, in which he expressed his sincere ‘the wisp for what looks like fields }and ninety dollars. regrets at his inability to be present. Other speakers included the Rev. Dr. pees oo reer ore ger eenct-! From the text “Thou art Peter, upon| 4-5. Bogart, representative of the: Battle Creek Ministerial Alliance, and ~ The Church has said to the women, |this rock I will build my church,” Netebiey John W. Wagner, who encouraged the people to go on and build a “There is your field, go in and possess | Bishop Sims delivered an inspiring ser- community church and club house, saying, “This community will respect you as the land.” Millions of hands in West |mon. He outlined to his hearers the| oo. Before because you have shouldered your own responsibility. When ae ercents | Ae the clas 228 nan i ee a arced by Mes, Willams, cnt ae. ri NY ‘ S€\ Mt. Zion is moving on e senior choir, directe ” the surface. Our rural churches and | of the service an elaborate dinner was “Gloria” by Mo: : ‘city missions in our own land are plead- | served in the church dining rooms. The We praise God that Mt. Zion has regained her rightful place in the ig for help. With a long pull, a strong | Bishop and officers gathered at the community. We thank the bishop and presiding elder that they have sent to 3 4g a all fia ana es Sg ay os oe iss Se a us this miracle working man of prayer, re eS _cemcor by a charming will in the next four years be able to} Rev. an rs. Marcel Broomes. In d talented wife, whose magnetic persona ity is an indis to the Church, “We accept your|the evening hour the congregation Sea nek Mrs. E. B. Williams, who is the Conference Branch Secre. nge and task and We are pre- | united with the members of Trinity tary-Treasurer of the Young People’s Department of the Woman’s Mite ees: Fe @ to you our findings and re-| Methodist Church (white), Rev. Willis ary Society, is a genius in music, dramatics, and work among young people ab s A. Stackhouse, pastor, where our good | ""7 0" of music here, she has reorganized both church choirs into the best in national and i: pensable asset to her To blossom as the rose; . Sil . « ‘ ; ~ ;which the mest striking were the cos- |J&t Can Men Be Brothers?” the Rev. |arrive at solution t ; i E, A & a s to curren ‘ 2 z 2 2 , - " i . s ty, under Strew flowers in our rugged path, tumes of the Indian Chinese, Japanese, | Elie Lauriol of France, on “Our Daily | through study and applicatio- eta ert bishop banat moved) ¢ sec et singing units in this section of the state Soe < pelenndes eet d Pour sunshine o’er our woes.” the African. The del é ig_| Bread.” Of the general subj i _ ence in the most fitting language coU-| 5. givection of Mrs. Williams was guest at the First M. E. Church Sunday, Sake Hae Een eawal ca ODE TO ETHIOPIA pled with his experience, gained from| 5° °c, 31, where they rendered the complete service and program. OWt ee ee ee ferent languages. The conference used | lected for the discussion, the groups on} Each individual~ is respon: i T abroad: December She eee reine : ; the other group by their com- AN ADVENTURE IN WORLD By Algerita W. Jackson his fields of labor at home and abroad; stor and wife are making fine impressions on e : y 4 Ce Mie, addresses, social service and education as official lan 2 : the “World of Nations” ( iki BS : : ‘s guages: English, French, s” and “The| making the smaller communi Hinued from last issue—page 16) |from the text, “And as Jesus passed munity threading activities of mu g reclaimed FELLOWSHIP and German. It had requi: Church—It ission” ; i 4 quired months s nature and Its Mission” |he is a part, aware OF and « e e ki and old ones are bein ? 7 Virgini: + L z 2 | oe 1 Lawrence Dunbar forth from thence, he saw a man, i; dded to the church a) By igre a ee for sothe of the delegates to make the ae the first choice of almost exactly |TO the highest ideals of p * ae fee Ti pine veer WalthenED AHeriaiday of re- New ere oe ca Bs au, akkeah aitioes ad oe teed ol Wi i : 3 «eee ge é 5 2 : Cus ray ae ~ | at our altar fro da z . i ne ith ear lage Seats gai So Pies ce ee ame ine ena tat chrifization over pledge of faith unwavering, joicing Bishop Sims boarded his train) yooh say that never in the history of Mt. Zion have they seen the chureh wit y have now N. Tantsi, who built It was an $1800.00 balance on the $5,600.01 on Christmas Sunday afternoon, tribute to thy glory. at Olean about 11.30 p.m. bound for such a mind to work as the the pangs which thou didst feel, | Philadelphia. Long may he live to It was the late Dr. H Slavery crushed thee with its | guide and direct us in this great task parsonage 12 years age. Amsterdam. I talked with two Chinese were “Education,” “Christian Youth} may move forward. girls. One of them had traveled from |i the Economic Order,” “Exploring the aa the interior a month in order to take a Questions of Race” (See Dean Mays’} WOMEN AND OUR MISS (Continued from last issue) It is inevitable that youth be involved for young people have purposes, ideas our beautiful 10 room modern 0 mortgage IONART and lives which they are ready and | boat to sail; the tri ticl Ra : x eee A + the trip on the boat had | @fticles on ce as discussed at the PROGRAM a building. : d out forever able to give. ; P Aske: ep pe weoen . : of kingdom building : as enacted in 1927 that was wipe Se ng. Walker, M.D., Secretary taken some 24 days. The girl was to|Amsterdam Conference in the Journal thy dear blood all gory. —Thryphena Watts a a « Board of Trustees, 's were those—ah, sad indeed! rough the land the fruitful seed TALBOTTON, GA. Me Ziow A tter times was growing. —__. nt of freedom upward sprung, The East Columbus District Quarter- | ; ay read. its leaves so fresh and|ty Conference met at Philadelphia Cir-| 1p, yf, C. Davis, a gett Sows aa ee ne cuit, Ist quarter in the new conference a leader of men. He would make @ § Around the tables approximately three year. First we want to thank Bishop | ,ishop Bn un oe and, Guide—late August and early Sep- (Continued from last iss The other girl had come equally as far,|tember), “Christian Marriage and} Very recently I received she was coming to the United States Family Life.” Evening and afternoon |report from one of our fine | to study at Columbia. In our silence I | Sessions were addressed by such leaders | which showed that. her Bra thought, “Brave Souls, why have they |4s the Chairman of the Conference, |raised and spent locally one thi come so far?” Nothing was said. J] |Secretary of the World Council of |than had been reported for t! In no more real sense have the young people of the world been introduced to wae the ecumenical movement of the churches and allied organizations that at the World Conference of Christian Youth, Amsterdam. return almost immediately to China. with red and green tapers and large American Beauty roses. The Conference was sponsored by | answered myself with what I imagined |Churches—in formation, Dr. Visser’t | mate claims of the Missionary (oms now are blowing. TEY hundred age % ‘ 7 : : : rivet our P: E MRS. ORA B. CHANEY : such world organizations, as the Youth | was their response: “We can be reach. | Hooft, the Archbishop of York, T. Z. |Our societies raise enough 1 ey Fountain for the return of our Re MRS. OR/ sat in gorgeous spectacular formal ap- Section of the World Alliance for |ed. Though war continues in China,5 Koo, Dr. John R. Mott. : Stake care of our home and forei pend in this Suler is Shae, and Pastor, Dr. M. C vba a Se RE ee parel and dined of a sumptuous UF: Friendship through the Churches, the |and it will go on . . . we believe Chris-] A statement from the World Con-|in a fine way but it is not sem’. thiope’s swarthy cl Bs : Matchless P, E. of the S. W: eg ma FORMAL BANQUET AT ALLEN | joy dinner with all its tcp World's Student Christian Federation | tianity is a vital force.” ference reads in part: “We are 1500 | proper eharinel oo often we ©" ioe Te ae lea and the Rev. es 4s seg PAS CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH Mrs. Ina Stewart with a atatt ah se 4 (of which delegation F was a part), the| The Chinese girls might have re-|delegates from over 70 peoples. We|things I have noted above it . l aee pa Haske Rapin. Den TS ona eerhive” pert a nate the World’s Council of the Y.W.C.A., th i i ‘ Mode ‘i Bee 1 thereby taking th: mmers ring, their forges "Io, 205, “And Are We Yet Abve. —_ charge of the dining room. After eae el ee ee aaa on das aul : r ose for W ir in honest labour. Prayer by Rev. R. L. Albrooks after Thursday December 21st. the] ginner an elaborate program was ren- OKA Les ER Ten te DUTP t x Hapiky Allen the church auditorium, cading by the P E. to the | Stewar' dered in World's Alliance of the Y.M.C.A., the Universal Christian Council for Life and Work, the Provisional Committee of the World Council of Churches, the International Missionary Council. At the conference were gathered rep. resentative young people whose ages ranged from 18-35, with some: older in everything that goes on in the world, Stewardesses of O banquet 5 ed un) welcomes Rey.| Among the many program were the following, each brought hearty greetings from his or (Continued on page 16) me: “Yes, I am an American Negro. |are separated by denominational and America is a big country—it offers | confessional barriers, we are members numerous opportunities. . . There is,|of different Christian organizations. in place’, a vile race prejudice and in- | We are drawn from every walk of life— credible things happen. . .we are|and yet, we are here together because Christian.” 2 we belong together as those who have | eve! rest While contacts are most often in- | one calling and acknowledge one Lord.” in the home field though ov j ont dividual, the young people at the Con-| The World Conference of Christian | method is primitive, archaic a! ference came not merely as individuals | Youth at Amsterdam made four general | harmony with modern trends " the fields where honor calls; | which Scripture ds and ices sound through senate halls | After which greeting and thanks pel sponsor . d encourag- | Cha d wife ajes for their reports an + new pastor an pa jesty and power. people d by Morris Brown for their " CO Ridtey. The dining Rake thi hey |i hem to stan Mrs. % pees: the Seeing or eat School of Atlanta, lead on dg beautifully decorated ee tain. ae ‘ vere adorne ey, ane ey i ats he of |red and green. The tables were The church Js § they were raised and transfering the to local needs. OF We should always keep be! local church that fifty cents Od every dollar raised for missions ** participants on skies in beauty ring, older grow each hour. ===== DSC09054.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER a ee ge a ee | News At A Glance ‘Brown, white, April 1, Panama City,| Harvest, Alexander Nevsk Florida, Shot, convicted of first degree | of a Day and Robert Koch. _ chool by the Rey, eee for killing employer; Lee Snell, ng ae! youth director of the «obi Carged, puna Beach, Florida, shot,|2400 _-ANTI-LYNCHING < BUTTONS ee Mors than join rina atally injuring white} DISTRIBUTED ON FIRST DAY | ten del aay all of them 4,0. °% ava : fe taxicab ; Joe Rodgers, - OF SALE. . he first Organizatiy & t this time may I remind your read-| May 8, Canton, Mississippi, shot, S of the chapter on the Syra i Meeting ers of the pleasure which discarded charged with defending himself in fight} Orders for 2,400 anti-1 chi b . | Prior to the Christmas ate Efistms cards wil Ghee fo cialirey tk with a lumber mill foreman; M.|were filled on THidsiday Deceuaies bat a ee : Eggleston, sometime in the spring of} when the National Scociation f x i: z ‘LAUD DR. GOMEZ ary HY C , f, instead of throwing these cards| 1939, a national maritime union official, | Advancement of Colored Peopl ate CIVIC BANQUET Uae ae ‘onference jnterfere any with the busi- Conference fs : : away when they hay served their pur- New Orleans, Louisiana, drowned, al-|a nation-wide butt bey = ORERE d | A signal send-off to the 4; January 24 ages of the Laymen or the Electoral pieces ae the PS candidacy pose, identification marks and envelopes leged to have uncovered graft among} funds for carryi! On cam) paign to raise ‘campaign in the A. M s bi y <, one) Colleges; only when there was an ap- nan Madison Reid is not an ac- are removed and the remaining cards, certain reactionary union member: h ES hie a the fight to pass | Rev. Dr. Joseph Go: , < peal coming up from the Electoral Col- eiccuty cubis: Spune man sucierinae intact so far as possible, be delivered to The N.A.A.C.P. report Stace Eee pane anti-lynching bill, it was an-| James A cae lege by a member of that body asking By William E. G pont een ie 3 ssible, pha Sue nounced here today. ; a i i ec perrigtiol scnurches at the : yort favorite hoepital. thé happiness re {MAN iynehings havesuge comendelietels D : day. : Avenue, was given him to review the returns of the Elec-! The Quadrennial Missionary Conven-|and mad c at es a e same time flected on the faces Sf tie chibnen aq becanse. of tha new technique ater ete lone = : -an attractive color ar-}| Monday night when ‘s Ch lay College before he issues certi-| tion, held last October in Chicago, was Shure me pe ice each hn penicnt ck naenen Ob, BE : eo mateeite ther del ? ‘ oe , hat’s why Sain ouis re- satis will amply repay the offort ose pov who spirit away their} buttons, which sell for = Piel ee room of lege Bheced. Roo ee Rect oF Se Moho = pease, St ee ee lonor. victim: i - aise . z ot our Metho - Africa ost pastor of licity RET eet Lema ee ane legend, “Stop Lynching,” on the | and ae This was done in one instance and the | Methodist Women Wale hones om oe fee a ta et = a . . R i 5 2 an he . upper half ‘of aihie shiclis and “Baila lwishes fap ae a SD DING findings of the work of the college was|was a colorful atray of culture, char-} young man, a hamisa Sera. Fee is Democracy on the lower side, with the] Civic and — Pe i Ge ee corrupt that he ruled according to}acter and Christian personality. The|a dreamer who miates deeaenn coeene initials of the: associalioasamhecentes: ee ay coi eaders f i}. aa Bee eee tae t e rule of discipline and did not sign | womanhood of the future faces a chal_] true. eee officials said the button-| rally and united in a? % Maddox December 25th, 1939 an fear de ac faye Se ogy ge oi be a anmme eta atee selling drive will be carried forward in- | his al a ; Phe slaa ee ree eeu vcore nee ycats of American 4 i. * remony was conducted by Rev. | did with i : : e ? tensively- theouah is alert leadership and catho| id with Ananias and Surfira in days | opportunity. ghout the coun - | spit i . i i A a ee ee esi per-| New York, — (AP) — Disregarding der direction of Mrs. Daisy moran ae eee the tributes sae wet ue ee ae oe pale ot pate 28|assemblage. But it was not of theJat the same e plans for general , em white, lynched in the;Gone With the Wind ) kin, national fi | = -|D. R. Sharpe, executive s Y son -|who charged the Bishop of usurpation} ward type. It was statesmanic. There t cir United States during 1939, a . = ‘ ind as too late for sige 2 pees eld secretary. Mrs. | the Cleveland Baptist Maddox as they marched out} of power in the North Carolina Con- | we Reaves hh ces aga being aed a report aiduntce Wee praca ha ee tad _this year, the National PaO will maintain her headquarters |Dr. Harold ete which dinner was served by Mrs. | ference swould have been seat ee es re: iediive ay hae paces a Bc y by the} Board of Review has announced its se-| 2t 69 Fifth Avenue, New York for the|the Fi S Bees: | Maddox-and Misses Arrie and| The layme Caroli eee ee Ben ational Association for the Advance-| lection of Confessio: f i duration of the c: i ie bed ae peare a Baptist Church of G; ttie M Be eee wea rean a oores | and service Stabilized whatever of poli ment of Colocea Petate ssions of a Nazi Spy : © campaign, which will|Cleveland; Rev. O. M. Wa) ee addox. The couple left for| Conference have always been loyal to|tics evidenced itself. This great body Th ‘hig One Gee oe ene as the best film of 1939. ; tun for six weeks, culminating on Feb-|retary of the: Cle a a ‘on Lake on their honey moon. : g y miofesting whites, alloged."" ‘Thc’ oftes (10k, career ae eae eee Ben vi ig eer: eged. e other! the organization which r WCAC: pees oe pa grew out of differences between , men’s clubs and civic peste S. ih eh Bit on pee 7 employer and employee, and an aito-|the country: FAMILY SETS MARK IN SUNDAY Euclid Ave. Bartet Gann) nt. e list of lynch] Wuthering Hei : eee ch: mies ¥ 5 ig eights, Stage Coach SCHOOL ‘ . Saree bSchealsice a together | Ninotchka, Young Mr. Lincoln Cri. KIRKSVILLE, Mo. (AP)—The Mc. parity Caen a € z i s, J e - <7 * me, Wille: ae ai yi sis, Good-Bye, Mr. Chips, Mr. Smith} Cartney family of Kirksville wonders |of St. James; Sheriff M Pi heal oa een . = Heese Goes to Washington, The Roaring| Whether its children may have set some | Donnell, Mascipat Tidce L Z » , shot, allegedly | Twenties and U-Boat 29. Foreign |Sort of a record for Sunday School at-|ropp, ae former Pennciigan S for molesting white couples; Miles W i ; s W. | language films in order of preference:|temdance. Edward, 15, hasn’t missed|E. Craig, who acted as toastn ‘ attendance in five years and his two] Dr. Gomez belongs to ou sisters and a brother have perfect rec-| not only to the A.M.E. 3 ords for four years. : # own race,” said Dr. Sharpe, v sidered as religious spokesman land for the Rockefeller interes he is universally beloved and i oe! sally helpful.” _ WASHINGTON, (UP) = President} An interesting feature of t Roosevelt today assured representatives | monial banquet was the introd of the American Medical Association }a campaign song written espec'?! and hospital associations that ‘his pro-|Dr. Gomez by Elizabeth D« posed $10,000,000 program to build hos- | Cleveland poet and radio arti b Pitals for communities without them | was sung to the Arthur Sullivan ue! 0 does. not contemplate competition with |“Onward Christian Soldiers.” existing public or private institutions.| The candidacy of Dr. Gome ; ‘Roosevelt outlined the program dur-]| presented next May in Detro ing a conference with representatives | Quadrennial Conference of the ( of the Catholic Hospital Association,|Four years ago, Dr. Gome the American Protestant Hospital As- | prominent. candidate withdr: sociation and the-A. M. A. the fourth ballot when he Hospital representatives said thejin the race for election. His president gave them definite assurance |this time is widely conceded there would be no competition. ~ high in the councils of the Chu i —The Cleveland Herald NAACP. COLLEGE. CHAPTER .. FORMED AT-SYRACUSE U .. James }y PAGE ELEVEN DON’T DESTROY THOSE CHRISTMAS CARDS! writer that I have been a member and have attended every annual conference, every electoral college and every een eral suas that has been héld sine '. Jackson, the wife of the havite eit a ackson, 620 11th Street, , each, Florida passed away was held at Allen Temple, Peete: Let us respect them—stand |are going to be elected bishops at y them—and work with them; and if | Detroit. There are no old men in the = all cooperate together, we will be|field. We are more readily giving Ughe Nene ts : pa ae aet sg a greater church with Specs to ability and service. eae 3 t is genuinely significant that the 4 re ar Hated tee cigs THOMAS H. HOOPER |entire first episcopal district solidly ‘olina Layman of North Carolina|supports D. Ward Nichols for the . Campy, holiday, “THE MORNING COMETH” Pastor of « ret, 201 cae gee 18, 1940 Jan. 18, B. Campbell died this a.m. uneral 1 o'clock Saturday. —M. B. Harris the chy; Pastor in ,) T in op ess arde —R. L. WARE Ent poe FIVE LYNCHING IN 1939 ACCORD. ING TO N.A.A.C.P. Two Victims Are White NAZI SPY FILM VOTED BEST National Board Of Review Puts Wuthering Heights Second An enviable record as a church er Ebenezer. “Seventy-five years There was politics in that o Pro s is being promoted re are others. H. Mansfield C Carey A. Gibbs, D. the A. M. E. Church. I have worked|of women continues to grow more and|T. Babcock, J H. Clayborn, Joseph with them more than fifty years. They] more truly representative of the finest]Gomez, A. J. Allen, x Ss Morris, have always been loyal and they are} America has produced. es A pee remaining loyal. All they want is a] Some of our episcopal leaders un- ‘On January 7, the Reverend S. W-.! square deal, and that is what the bishop!avoidably were kept away from the alker, Superannuated Minister of the | of the North Carolina Conference has : f 4 ginia Annual Conference passed to} given us these eight years. He doesn’t 1 e great beyond. Peace to his ashes, | believe in mixing friendship with busi- Test to his soul. ness. He believes in giving a man —The Reverend J. A, Beckett |what he makes—If he makes 50, he gives him 50—if he makes 100, he gives him 100—if he makes nothing, he gets nothing, (And that is what all this hol- lering is about.) ». The Rev. J. W. Dixon passed to the} I want to say further that I have eyond December the 24th, 1939. He| worked with Bishop Wesley J. Gaines ‘had been ill since February, 1937 while | four years and Bishop Levi J. Cappins ‘the Presiding Elder of the Guthrie Dis_|eight years, Bishop J. Albert Johnson t; he was one of the church’s faith- | twelve years, Bishop A. L. Gaines two ministers; one that believed in the} years, Bishop William H. Heard two den Rule and practiced it. He was |years, Bishop M. H. Davis, my present fiecessful pastor and was always will- | bishop, eight years. The latter has to go where the church saw fit to done more for the elevation of the im. He has many friends among North Carolina Conference and espe- he pastored and presided over. cially for Kittrell College these eight as faught the good fight, kept the | years he has served us, than all the finished his course and was will- other bishops that I have mentioned r church law fit to | above. as Sore and told her he} The Laymen of the North Carolina going and said Hallelujah it is Conference shave learned that Bishop ‘Iam going home, my sufferings M.H. Davis is a Christian gentleman. ine home, I am on my way He is honest. He is just, and we feel ead : that if all of our bishops would stand together and take a stand as Bishop Davis took in the North Carolina Con- ‘Edna Webb, the wife of Rev. ference, we would break up these wild Webb, Chickasha, one son. John ruffians who are running around trying D on om ate Viola Walker to destroy the African Methodist Epis- r i i opal Church. art, Wayman Ward— y of Youth, Ability, a Power! Verily, “The Morning Cometh” Fort Wayne, Indiana quadrennium. But some of them were there. It would be difficult to forget Bishop Sim’s great sermon that opened the session. I quote one of his signi- ficant utterances: “God’s first thought is about persons. He evaluates the person above the institution.’ There has developed in our Method- ism a tendency to exalt the church as an institution above the individual. We seem disposed to take care of the work at any cost. The utter failure to evidence even due regard for the super- annuate, the conference widow and orphans is striking illustration. “God buries the workmen, but the work goes on,” we say. We fully agree. But God buries no man alive. The marvel- ous fact of human redemption lies founded on a love that will not let us go. The Peter who had gone fishing was the same Peter who became the rock upon which the Christian Church was founded. Bishop Abraham Grant was a great evangelistic spirit. One of his minis- ters seemed done for. He was down for the last count. The bishop sent for him. He took the time to counsel with him in the quietude of his study He admonished him of threatening failure. Then the bishop kneeled with this weak, failing minister, praying un- til a flood of tears streamed down New Missionary Mite ‘Box No. 1 Size 5% x 6% Price 20c each DEATH GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND| SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT. 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Please find enclosed $1.50 for newal of my Christian Record! subscription. _ NEW YORK—Completion of plans }/ for the formation of a college chapter || of the National Association for the Ad- || vancement of Colored People at Syra- || cuse University, Syracuse, New York, Formation of the N.A.A.C.P. unit followed a speech delivered at the : z Street or box ........---000'" | I'll Tell It Wherever 1 Go—10c Precious Lord, Take My "FUNERAL DIRECTOR THOMAS A. DORSEY — 2121-23-28 Christian St. P'* to mourn his passing. I am left to labor on enjoys rest. —WIFE eee WILMINGTON, N. C. al Conferences. Hill, mother, Lula: Hill, all of | © molia, Arkansas; one uncle, Don; Detroit, Michigan; and a host of | many of har sd him but God loved him best Biticle of December 28, 1939 |trouble,. tryin e heading TAKES ISSUE | rights; but they vriter refers especially to the p of the North Carolina Confer- take this method to inform the Our fathers have gone through too d-ships in this great A.M. E. Church, for us to falter or stop. The treatment that our fathers had from those white brethren who lead them in the year of 1787 to buy a church lot, and in the year of 1793 the house was built in Philadelphia and it was named Bethel; and for twenty-three yeats of g to get their religious finally succeeded, and anently organized April 7, 1816; YE" A LAY- | perm: : EcERVATION. That ar- |and on April 11, 1816 Richard Allen was fers to the position that some of hops are assuming in our Annual chosen bishop. Thus far the Lord has brought us— over 151 years. Let us, as laymen work together with all of our bishops. They ; yerything that we would not do e wae ks, do, but they are our like for them to That minister told me that he arose from his knees equipped with new pow- er. A congregation that had rejected him he was able to serve later on with becoming acceptability. He became a dynamic leader in our Methodism. “A growing regard for the person above the institution, 2 heightened re- spect for human personality is in evidence in our Methodism. We are taking seriously the candidacies | of young men of ability and consecration. Time was when a minister hardly hoped to reach’ the episcopacy before the age of sixty-five. Some aspirants were elected because “Tt will kill him if he doesn’t go in this time.” This, of course, in addition to unquestioned ability and service, But young men Mrs. E. Mae Richardson 137 Mather Street Hartford Connecticut ===== DSC09055.JPG ===== THE CHRIS TIAN RECORDER Psu aa " i na FEBRUARY 5 at ‘ Be . = > = Notices. Oya : | gee ey ye THE CHRIST P = @ ( 5 IAN REC TReBEREL _BISHOPS AND CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL A.M.E. CHURCH _ ¢ Ca | e HERE THE W aia PAGE THIRTEEN TES February 15-17, 1940 : a EST CON- | Religion; a more inclusive H ] Ls y TINUES i Cie lusive Hymnal, and | wouldn’t ad i Pe ‘ebruary 21—S A ti advocate putti y jouth Florida c erae ime to cultivate each other as friend: ing the Mission- | rate department will b FARES TO ATLANTA, GA 2 Miami, Fla. St. Pay) Onferencg ued from page 1) as we have such a short ti s friends; |ary Department under the supervision | en care of by th yeiaweptae Round Trip Regular Round Trip Pullman One-W. Young. Bishop Hy") 8 ace rather than the bad. |this lite together Bee Pe eaee, etal Department por the | der the tee Meee Clergy Clergy Coach 1 ay © 28 Central Florid, -°°**s allies began to do it. But 3 urch Extension under the eh panera s ae st Class Lower U; z Florida Kes, . « si € supervis- | Witherspoon Plan. Let = From Gaack. ts ipper Drawing T. Confe, ir race journals and church H ion of the Missionary D: i - Let us retain’ the t Class 15 days 30 days Berth 2 ampa, Fla. s Tene i i z I agree with the poet who sai 5 a y Department; nor | 25% of the Dollar M Nive York $19.50 $2 s Berth R . t. Paul e still washing dirty linen be-| “ ‘ 10. said, the Educational Departme: : r Money we now re. = 6.06 $26.95 $41.85 $6.85 Se James Murray, 506 » Rey. ; y What we need is ss Partment under the | ceive, let each minister 2% £ Philadelphia ten : - : $5.20 $24.15 3 ys Harrison ¢ children. We scuttle the| B supervision of the Department of Ri is Stes. Day: 274 (ont ge . 23.30 23.25 36.70 6.05 4 Ks Bishop H. y. T Son 2 : etter manners and sweeter |: fen = ‘ of Re-|his personal funds) of hi: 1 . . i 60 22.05 » Tookes then set it afire in order to Tt laws igious Education, and why ? i io : of his salary, let eT 14.00 20.40 19.05 31.05 9.28 4.08 «18.90 April aon en, Oe cost oe vlant In the Church and everywhere.” all of these have a largex Behe. ra ghee nae pay an amount equal on 12.80 19.20 17.30 28.75 5.25 4.0 18. ord, Del, R Mi. tdi oe 0 4% of their pastor's salary, and tl . z eS si 4.0 18.90 i ., Rev. J. w Ww discord and lack of confidence WHY s important function in the program of | will ee y, hat ° ‘6 astor, Bishop Davi + Whalen a is EPARATE PENSION our church i of |will mean that 6% of each pastor’s , ieee thousands of communicants AR \ urch than the Pension Depart- | salary w 5 ; Route—Pennsylvania Railroad, Richmond, Fredericksburg and P. 17—New Jersey Conf, TTY Sing hearts are heavy from the prob- DELS IMENT ment, or is it because we can ki sae Ryu come inte the en si Onaaanag cio fotomac Rail- erence abe pro (Continued f : n kick the | This alone will bring us close road, Seaboard Air Line Railway. Trenton, New Jersey, Mt >, they face in living, and losing | given thei ORR 1) Pension Department around without | 000.00 2 ME TUS (ClOSO ato $90,- Rev. A, C. Clark Pest t. Zion, cause of a confused state of a n ne all te establish and main- | particularly offending anybody? Re $80,000 ee eee = . , or, Bi ain. No Pay : ? - | $80,000. a eee SCHEDULE David Henry Sims. zi hey abandon the church and re- | shall the ai a perce how |member, when you ignore the interest Monee wesnltinate tant oe ce Teseday, Fabewacy 15ih i ladelphia, Penta, Zion A e Bee or ceclc relive at the tection which it ee oe 2 Mee “abn: ae. welfare of the ministers |with. The $90,000 00 f fia fe ceed 2 |—Thii ‘i es i - sery- jin the trenches 2 5 2 aN s s : Lv. New York .... eas 6:15 PM (E.S.T.) y 1—Thirty-First General ced § Or some recreational center |ing, self-sacrificing men? Can we ob- | th : renches, who have to do with |on interest for three years, so as to Newark . 6:30 PM a ence—Ebenezer African ta re they can laugh and try to for-| tain the desired result under ae ti e Broune wove Ok, this great institu: | make our-anouity fund substantial be 2 an M. R - ¢ our pres-|tion, we fail t i 7 reer . se Philadelphia—30th Street . 8:01 PM : ie 4225 Brush Detroit P.. Se ti ene in other |ent system? I am-frank to state that | foundation of om ee at Heal Gig te besin: Searing iret tte a 2 i 2 trojt ce ises a cnominational struc- fig hat rine sabes gton (RF&P RR) -10:45 PM ae os ai Bishop J. §: pip. ie tu. ae Bare and turn we ue We need a separate Pen-|ture. Why play politics with the pad ee t ae the principal plus the ichmond (SAL RY) Wed. .. 1:30 AM , Bishop J. A. Grege Ho, eS iti sion Department. First, because as|and meat of these fai i apound --antereat ama Raleigh .... 5:57 AM @merRev, R. S. Jenkins. a eee ee be ae on in these |long as it remains a iene of appendix | Adopt the pi enter ce auuptents to 2u that cbime, “After ane iex: » Sec; t of internal confusion, a si oa Ges n, and you |piration of three years ministers Hamlet 30 AM George W. Baber, Pasto- iS a sor! r to some other department, we can | will esults €e years ministers who “ 3 , Pastor ra ee cy , Bee , get results. banerednnnte 2 i Ar. Atlanta . et Nia 3:55 PM (C.S.T.) . 29—Philadelphia Conference—p}; , oS sie not eee se never impress its importance upon the | Now here are some facts to be con aes ae er receive half the sal- ATTORNEY HERBERT L, DUDLEY (Wednesday—Seaboard—Breakfast and Lunch) ae a ae ; ee eases and jealous fee or anybody else. The very |sidered—first, if we are to get more a ome a Sets ae ee urch, Rev. J. L, Mims et , -|psychology of the situation will be |out of the Pension Fund. Lana pica “As Connectional Presi 3 J. > Mims, Pastor, | The clash of intellects, the desire eee 5 = nd, ae aCe Ut is the principle upon which twenty ident of the Returning—Friday, F Bishop David Henry Sir A ite against its development. If we want |more into it; second, i 3 | = ch ey y Sims & ree : \ ; , in order that all }one Prote t der ations are = Laymen's Cillege or the Atian Meche. bis ees y, February 16th June 12 New York a aise nae Agencies within the |to get much interested in an institution |of us might have a deeper interest in ae t de Ean are now dist Episcopal Church, I am hereby Hamlet (Saturday) Flushing, N. Y., Rev. J M Da E Be hice Ook vadee meee of any kind, we must magnify its im- |the department, each ought be made to | te ie ss " sia = oa . & & ~ J. M. Daw. 4 nm a 5 . i Seccias ogre A nurch has ee: ec) a eats a meeting of all Lay Raleigh ins, Pastor, Bishop David Hen T HAVE IT AND SO AVEN'T eas and 1) place in the isa feel some personal responsibility; third, | working this plan Peepoe tig ie. elegates and alternates, to meet in Roker oe Sim - y ‘ % ings, not minimize it. econd, |we must put some one i ae % Ste irae : hen a S. » t i : x Ss One in control who |than tw rs. The others re ‘Atlanta, Georgia on Februaeg 151940 c! 2ond = 19—New Englan Me eeeet Ty Fine brains spend | because if we are going to really create |if we hope to develop the department, | beer : ae SR SIPS ae aiiihe eat ce ihe Bikeee zs » 1 ” Washington .......... Depa 1:05 PM © - ze Provid mgland Conference— months writing propaganda leading up}a Pension system ‘in our church, and will give it all of b i sf id ayes sbereting: fpr-a, shorter (SoEtses i ‘ishops’ uncil, to Philadelphi: pes rovidence, R. I. Allen A. M.£ to socialistic, communisti italisti i ES aS aa : < of his time and study; |time, bu succe Nowimen formulate plan. . 4 iphia—30th Street .... 3:49 PM oS ic, communistic or capitalistic | quit playing with jt, it will require + fourth, the cost of operati Rate aie ; hsbc ies = and opoaisid seein oe ee Ar. New York ........ sevesseseess 5:20 PM ee oe AG B philosophy or something else that seems | ability, time, study, and work. No man io cboneate Galante aie ei een Dusines®, lela He aN, z b . eeting ‘geeaeeeacenenessess < , Pastor. ishop I so innocent but in reality leads to more i i as 4ill be held wt Bag "Bethel fe AMEE ; a ae ) ae oe y e {can give his best thought, and his clos- JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS ta, R d hi 2 amare ’ servations made in order of application. Pul ivisions within. So many of us be-|est attention to two or three things at ; which the Rev. D. T. Babcock is|N qi : P 7 Iman car to leave from lieve that the time is here for ‘exal- ¥ Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. Eac ir Ro eb 3 lew York; for reservation make application’ direct to Mr. H. H Call aa eve. t e-Js here 4 the same time. No man, or set of men | conyeni ize. 134 5 Seuan is s.' (Bach: bank is the : : : Passenger Traffic D ahs Hig it ir. H. H. Lowber, 5 = ane can lehemiés are'made {| will ever ‘develop “a Pension Depart- convenient size, 134 x 234 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and lease address all communications | P} a partment, Pennsylvania Railroad, Broad Street Station, ix minute speeches by candidates our chances are thwarted. Good will |ment in our church as long as it re- aes DG aes the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be (a) Bishops (b) General is sacrificed and love is lynched. If|mains a side issue. The government na Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the hiladelphia aay : | collector. concerning this meeting to Attorney Herbert L. Dudley, at 4256 Russell Street, Detroit, Michigan. you don’t join this or that organization |is giving more time and study to old you are not a race man. Many people |age pension today perhaps, than to keep so busy with non essentials they }any other matter, except it be our Recess—Appointment for have no time for worship. Sunday | National Defense Program. They are service made jn noon session morning they are so tired. They are|not making it a side issue, and they THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15! ike the man who when he went to /are not giving it over to men who have jump a ditch—he went back so far to|other major interests. Third, because The annual sermon of the Bishops By ; Bieriibe tended hyiall in a bod ‘get a running start that he sat down | if we are going to keep pace with other we re-assemble in the afternoon—? on the wrong side to rest before he | progressive denominations, our methods THURSDAY AFTERNOON mped. We spend our time talking | and systems must be somewhat in ac- out ideals and fighting this evil or Seating Delegations, accord registration, highest numbe others follow in order. Street, N.W., Washington, D. C.~ Breakfast Tun ‘i reasonab| Toes fast and ch will be served at : le rates, both going and Make reservation on or before February 12th. For further information call George A. Singleton, Editor and Manager The Christian Recorder, KINgsley 0497. : re cs For reservation leaving Washington apply to Dr. A. S. Jackson, 1541 14th |*- 5 GENZRAL CONFERENCE BULLE- ya In view of the fact that we are build- ing a visual exhibit of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, we carn- Announcement cord with theirs. I have studied very estly request that you as paster send ® pleture of your charch (postal card size), and alse a pleture of yourself. We also urge Presiding Elders to cond their picture. It is our desire te have on display, the pictures ef one theus- and or more A. M. E. Cherehes and ‘heir pastors and Presiding Elders. GEORGE W. BABER Leea) Commission Chairman 4225 Brash St., Detrelt, Michigan The Connectional Council of the Af- rican Methodist Episcopal Church will meet in its regular Winter session at Atlanta, Georgia in Bethel A. M. E. Church, Wednesday, February 14th at a Noon. This is to be the most important meeting of the Quadrennium and all ; delegates, alternates, all ministers and ; laymembers interested in the welfare : of our church and the coming General Conference should be in Atlanta at Noon Wednesday, February 14, 1940. TENN. ANNUAL STATE COUNCIL meet at Jackson, Tennessee, February \ 28, 10:00 o'clock at Greater Bethel A. M. E. Church, Rev. Joseph R. Reed, pastor, are expected to be present, others in- terested are invited. Fraternally yours, E. J. Howard, Bishop The Mid-winter session of the Bishops’ Council will convene at Bethel A. M. E, Church, Atlanta, Georgia, February 15-16, 1940. The first session will open at ten o’clock, the morning of the 15th. The Rev. D. T. Babcock is the entertaining pastor. Senior Bishop Secretary BISHOP J, A. GREGG, PROGRAMME ofthe - CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL of the i AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH to be held in ATLANTA, GEORGIA FEBRUARY 14, 15, and 16, 1940 The Presiding Elders, Ministers, Con- | REV. V. M. TOWNSEND, President ference and District Officers and Lay-|2123 Cross Street, Little Rock, Ark. workers of Tennessee are called to|REV.J. D. HOWELL, Vice President | 6051 Whitewood, Detroit, Michigan REV. A. CHESTER CLARK, Chief Secretary ‘ 311 N. Montgomery St., Trenton, N. J. ca : ; ¥ This meeting is the Tennessee An- nual State Council. All of the To the Ministers, and Laity of the Afri- can Methodist Episcopal Church | Devotion Throughout the Connection, Greet- | Choir ings: Annual address by the Presider Grace Mercy and truth from Jesus | Music Christ Our Lord be upon us all. The | “Bishop Howard's attitude in th Connectional Council of the African _ ant case.” General Discussion—Led Methodist Episcopal Church, is called by Rev. W. A. Lewis. Tim to meet in the regular Winter Session Minutes, with three five ™ in the City of Atlanta, Georgia, Wed- speeches. nesday, February 14th at NOON. This |Report of Committee on legislation lation Other suggestions for legislat tha! meeting closes the Quadrennium and we may take pride in the progress made; yet there is much to be done at this meeting. We invite every candi- | Devotion date for any place in the church every | Address by Bishop H. Y. Tookes delegate ministerial and lay, and every | Music alternate to join in solving the problems | Volunteer suggestion for legislation of the Church ere we reach Detroit.) Recess for noon— The problems born out of Sunday FRIDAY AFTERNOON FRIDAY MORNING School Union, Bryant’s claim to mem- | Devotion—2:30 bership in our General Conference | Final report of committee on legi i ine Ne. Miscellaneous—Adjournment S Se QUARTERLY MEETING _ New Jersey Conference Branch which he defies, new and definite legis- lation, charters to our Churches etc., all should be worked out at this session. Let no one come to contend for any- thing except that which will advance our Church, No personal wishes or am- bitions are to be consideréd that does with the good of the The First Quarterly Meeting of the ‘New Jersey Conference Branch ’ a ty Ww! é at man’s Mite Missionary Socie Hf Sa held Wednesday, February 7, 1 i : _PROGRAMME St. James A. M. E. Church, seh 1. Devotion conducted by members City, New Jersey, Reverend M. * “ present from the Ist, Sth, 7th, 8th| Ward, Pastor. , Mrs. Annie F. Vanderho Mrs. Annie M. Collier, Cor. not harmonize Church. rst, Pres Secy: ~ and 10th Districts. 2. Remarks by the President—Roll y Meee ing. hurch Conduct. eed, viz.—HAPPINESS. step is to establish minima piness of everyone. st ride behind.” tain if we seek to do no violence t anyone. We are told to “Train up child in the way he should go.” at apply to the Church also. admit that evil has ne by, but so has good. New lew spirits and working out 2 will produce a better in the Church. A host of us will meet in to our Bishops for le ishops and General Officers. desire more good at evil that we don’t have time to age in a few samples of personal I feel that we need a CODE OF THICS. for Racial Conduct, and for We know by now hat all people ‘want and what they Our next criteria, whereby we may agree on essential for We have be- e us the old law of “THE SUR- AL OF THE FITTEST” in one of cruelest warfares known to man. We = told, “If two men ride a horse; one Why not let uscour guns fire. ize that ALL in a Race may ob- Let Let us |E. prevailed in times Let us RGET THE THINGS THAT Jand perhaps RE BEHIND” that are bad in this Day and spend our time training program humanity Detroit. We adership. At t less than twenty-five will be ie Christian liter- help us teach our young about carefully and closely the Pension Sys- tem of twenty one. Protestant denomi- nations, and not one of them attempts to operate a Pension Department as a kind of adjunct to another department. I am wondering if the men who contend that we don’t need a change in our system, and that all we need is to pay more money under the same set up; and the men who advocate the creation of a Pension Bureau within the Finan- cial Department, have ever taken the time to study the plans of other de- nominations? This catse is too sacred to be. shooting at random just to hear Consult the Pension Secretary of the Protestant 0 | Church, of the Presbyterian Church, of a|the Congregational Church, of the United Methodist Church, of the C. M. Church, of the A. M. E. Zion Church, or of any forward going Pro- testant denomination in our country, you will be enlightened concerning this Pension matter. Our great trouble is, we play politics too much in our church. We don’t think about doing the thing that will help the many who are concerned, but we think about doing the thing that will please the few whose influence we may want. re of these men who Brethren, the welfa s upon the altar of have laid their live: sacrifice for this church Episcopal 7 , is too sacred PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER No. 10 D. Size, 34 x 5% inches, holds $1.00 _ indies, with plain cover. $3.80 a hundred. No. 2 D. To hold $2.00 in dimes, with plain cover. Sire, folded, 34 x Sh. $4.00 0 bested: No. 3@ D. With plain cover. To hold $5.00 in dimes. Sine, folder, 3% x 5% Inches. $5.00 a bundred. No, $ No. 6 $4.00 a hundred, net $ cents each, postpaid Heo ab postpaid JUDSON COIN FOLDERS ——{[—> RE See Seana fe | |, (Serer ees | | mr Pag aatenl RNAR > FFERING ~ CHRISTMAS OFFERING EASTER OFFERING STRAY FOLDERS INLAY FOLDERS INLAY FOLDERS Holds ten dimes. 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They are the only terms used ¢ New Testament to refer to the whether it be God’s mind or ; mind; wherever you find them together in close succession, it Hebrewism, that is,to say, it is a tice of the Jews to use two or three erent terms to express the same idea, or to repeat the same thing: three imes to make it emphatic, the Jews be- ved in three or seven. C each SOME ORGANIZATIONS PREFER USHER HEAD AND CHEST BANDS it ee Head and Chest Bands are made from a high grade felt and can be had in either blue, green or red with white letters. These are used largely by women ushers. Size: 24 x 2. SPRCIAL FOR CHILDREN; : DAY? i THE STOCKTON PRESS IM CHARLES ST. aLTIMORE MD, ine Every evidénce in the New Testa- ment Greek or English proves beyond all reasonable doubt that there is noth- ing in man’s composition but mind and body or spirit and matter. 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Thus, being a man, he must be dichotomic to live in and redeem a dichotomic world and a dichotomic man; Christ is made to suit the world and man he came to redeem. Christ is not only dichotomic, but is theanthropic as well, and must needs be to be able to redeem man. Christ is the God-man nothing less or more could redeem a lost world, one moment he is man asleep on the ship and the next moment he is a God lulling the waves and winds to sleep as a mother would lui her babe, He is none other than both the theanthropic and dichot- omic Christ of the world. Having proven Christ to be dichot- omic, we now proceed to the dichotomic church which he established. A DICHOTOMIC CHURCH The church is as dichotomic as the world and the man, and the Christ who established it. Christ built the church to suit the world and man he had come to redeem. Thus, the church must needs be composed of temporal and spiritual things, it is both spiritual and temporal, like its founder. Though the church is dichotomic the spiritual side is infinitely greater and more important than the temporal and the spiritual has priority over the tem_ poral, “First seek the kingdom and its righteousness is the command of the Christ.” But these latter day saints are trying to reverse God's order and We have put our temporal program of him on the third day, as man hetgreed, office, pomp and self agrandize- PENNANTS These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive. Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department Junior Department Intermediate Department Senior Department Young People’ Department Contest Workers PAGE FIFTEEN ment before God’s program of his King- | our eyes to the things of the spirit and dom of righteousness, peace and joy |to the Kingdom of righteousness. Je- in the Holy Ghost. Who is seeking to|sus came to set up a kingdom, not do right now? office, gain and pomp, but righteous- What do the most of us care about |ness and this is to be in the minds of righteousness or the kingdom of God, |men. the most of us think in terms of what] Now for God’s sake let us not try © want and how to get it at any cost|the incomiums of men nor will many and by any means. Paul tells us Ro-|of them agree with me in what I have mans 14:17, that the kingdom of God|said, but what°I have written I haye is righteousness, peace and joy in the } written, Holy Ghost. Now for God’s sake let ut not try Pray tell me what nation, what {to dam God’s church with trickery and church group or any kind of group is|bribery at Detroit, 1940. Peter, put seeking first the kingdom of God which ]up your sword and leave your firearms is righteousness? I do not think my |at home. nation or group, no, net my own church} Now we commit this article to the group, is drunk on secking the kingdom |scholastic world, and to the republic of God, we seem to be drunk on seek- | of letters and my readers, if you belong ing office, gain honor of men and ease | to this family take your geological pick- in zion. Righteousness, peace, justice, }ax, mount your astronomical airoplane, love, and truth are the last consider-|speed up your theological auto and ations. Godliness, Character and Serv-| traverse the theological universe and ice have about lost their place in our|then return from your romance and minds. God gave us the church and tell us what you have found, if your the order of its arrangement: that is, | findings are better than what we have first the spirit, then the temporal, but |given you, we shall be gl we like Baalim are trying to reverse | with you and if not, we you to ac- his program and order; so we are put- | cept the facts we have given you, and ing the temporal things first then that}thus, you walk with me. Amen. which is spiritual, we too, like Baalim,} I am yours for success, I am an en- will find when it is too late that we can’t | dorsed candidate for the Bishopric 1940, kick against the pricks. wi ad to walk on the Jericho Road. Jesus said the church is to be a house} Louisville, Ky. of prayer, but we have made it a den of thieves or a frolicing house. Be- OLIVER, GA. cause the church is dichotomic, it does not mean that we should try to change The 1st Quarterly Conference of the God’s order and plan to operate it, and| Effingham Circuit convened at Thomas because God said the workman is|Chapel Church, E , Ga. December worthy of his hire, it does not mean|23 and 24. R J. L. Butler, the that we should take up all our time|Presiding Elder in charge. The three seeking the hire and putting the hire | churches : Thomas Chapel, Bethel first no the Kingdom first always, then }and St. Peter m the hire. The church is dichotomic|the various boards of their churches. truly so, we must have church building, | Bro. Robert Walker and Geo. Wz schools, parsonages, homes autos, and}|weré elected Marshals. all the necessities of life, all these be-|L. Ingram, Secretary. long to the temporal side of the church} We are thankful and proud of the and to life, we must have offices, bish- | return of our pastor, Rev. J. W. Mou!- ops, general officers and the places in|trie also P. E., Dr. J. L. Butler who God’s church; but all these are tem-|is an aspirant for the Bishopric. We de their report from Bro. James poral, and must have the second place |are praying for to be elected as in God’s dichotomic church. we feel he is a man worthy of the hon- The spirit must have the first place jor. with many of us the lust of office and Rey. J. W. Moultrie, Pastor greed, the love of power have blinded- Mrs. C. M. Walker A. M. E. MUSIC HYMNALS Brand new A.M.E, Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head Bands and Beautifully stamp | in Gold are offered at these Prices. Single Copy — $138 Half Doz. — $6.50 One Doz. — $12.00 Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage 2 A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN NIG-18 So, 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. —— ===== DSC09057.JPG ===== PAGE SIXTEEN FORMAL BANQUET AT ALLEN CHURCH (Continued from page 9) her church: Revs. P. A. Nichols, pas- tor of Wayman A. M. E. Church, M L. Breeding, pastor of C. M. E. Church, L. McNeil, pastor of Zion Baptist local pastor of Allen Chapel. Beautiful solos were ren dered by Mrs. Susie Hogans and Mrs. M. L. Breeding, who were both accom- panied by Mrs. M. Earley. Mrs. Ida Forte and Mrs. G. Goodnight, who were accompanied by Mrs. Roberta Words of welcome came from Mr. Robt. Fields, president of Viola Lewis, Executive Sec’y, Y. W. C. A, Mr. J. Green, Executive Sec’y, Y. M. Mr. Lansdowne, principal of Garfield School, Mr. H. P. Lorritts, president of N. A. A. C. P., Mr. K. Tate in behalf of the young people, Church, L. Sumlin, Hargrave. the A. C. E. League, Mrs. ChvA. Mr. L. Lewis in behalf of the busi- ness men, Mr. W. Gibson in behalf of the S. S., Mr. P. Phillips in behalf of the Stewards, Mr. Wm. Stewart in behalf of Trustees, Mrs. R. Thomas, Mrs. M. Upthegrove, Mrs. B. Harvey in behalé of the three Stewardess Boards. Mrs. E. Prear, Mistress of Ceremony, presented Rey. and Mrs. Ridley through a roar of applauses. Rev. Ridley withtof Monument Baptist Church. his matchless, magnificent oratory gave an arousing response which will long be remembered. Mrs. Ridley “in her sweet, charming, dignified manner responded with the eloquence of a queen. She concluded with the thought, Long, long be my heart with such memories filled! Like a vase in which’roses have once been distilled ; You may break, you may shatter the vase if you will, But the scent of the roses will hang round it still. MRS. SADYE NELSON CHATTANOOGA, TENN. Dr. G. M. Fleming, P. E. of the South Chattanooga District held his first Quarterly Conference in Howard Chapel Av M. E, Church Sunday, December 17, 1939 at 4:30 o’clock, The devotion was conducted by the pastor, singing for opening Jesus Keep Me Near The Cross. Prayer by Bro. M. M. Towers, Scripture, Acts 5. The pastor presented the P. E., who organized the conference: Bro. N. E. Turner, Secretary; Bro. M. M. Towers, Chair- man of the Finance Committee; Re- porters—Miss Lenora Acklin for the S. C. Recorder, and the Pastor for the Christian Recorder. We are happy to say this task of ¥ kingdom building is still a pleasure, and we feel that we are gaining ground for the Master. We have in our church two clubs newly set up >to work for the good of the church; namely, first the Lucy M. Hughes Club—This club works for the trustees; The Eastside Workers Club—This club works for the stewards. These clubs though young, are beginning to do their work. We have raised this quarter $61.89. We also raisel $1.30 for General Claims. Brother N. E. Turner was elected to represent the church at our Dis- trict Conference in June, 1940. We feel with the return of our Pastor and Pre- siding Elder, that the future holds great things for us. At 7:30 p. m. the regular devotional was conducted by the Pastor. Opening Hymn No. 133 A. M. E, Hymnal, Pray- er by Sister Atklin; Scripture Lesson Luke 2:1-10; Song. Then the Pastor presented the P. E., who preached to us from St, Luke 2:14. He’ stressed the idea of looking for Christ, and extending good will and glad- tidings to all men. Dr. Fleming preached a wonderful and strong sermon. It was- enjoyed by all. We had present with us two visitors: Mrs. Carrie Chapman and her husband, Mr. Walter Chapman We have really enjoyed this quarter- | ly visit with our Presiding Elder, and we are looking forward for the second quarter. TUCKER CIRCUIT Palestine, Texas The first Quarterly Conference of Tucker Circuit was held at Green Bay A M. E. Church, January 13-14, Rev. L. J. Sanders, Presiding Elder; Rev. T. H. Moore, pastor The business ses- sion was held Saturday morning, all auxiliaries reporting. Sunday morning 9:30 a lively Sunday School. Sunday afternoon the High School here ren- THE CHRISTIAN RECORDE ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praise Him “Gospel Beacons” Just oft the “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. ~ Write: EDWARD C. DEAS 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, II. DRi.NH, JELTZ—(One of the EVANGELIST—ATTENTION! CALLING ALL EVANGELISTS!!! Please meet me at the BISHOPS’ COUNCIL in Atlanta, Ga., February 14—9:00 A. M. Let's get our heads together and decide upon what WE want to ask the General Conference to do for—EVANGELISM at Detroit next May. Evangelists of the Church) 716 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. R= HELP WANTED Male and Female Send one dollar for membership, c Member-Agents wanted every- “where. Salary $25.00 weekly in advance. : ~ World’s Relief Society Box 309 Muskogee, Okla. dered a lively program. The Presiding Elder preached good sermons morning and night. Visitors were with us morn- ing and night. Our Bishop Geo, B. Young really has the man for the place, Rey. T. H. Moore whg is really putting things over. We are happy to have him and his good wife with us; they have been with us about six weeks and “to Atlanta in that time we have raised something over Two hundred dollars. We are FROM One Way now renovating our parsonage. Sister 4 P. A. Ellis was winner of year’s sub- BTR... $1517 § ag scription to Christian Recorder. Paid |] P! hiladelphia ....._. 12,92 Presiding Elder in full and $15.87 for Baltimore 10 Pastor; see Rev. T. H. Moore for in-|}. i - formation. Washingto® ....... _R. EVANS of Warren Chapel A. M. E. Church |] “tn ee | tee ow coach fares from alg Evangelist Mrs. M. C. Burns is now making up her Schedule. for 1940, those desire a Woman Evangelist may write this Gospel Preacher. She has a National ' Reputation as a winner of souls, also a great FINANCIER. Ad- dress 1124 E. Pulaski St., Fort . \ Worth, Texas. 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Turner ontinued on page 2) is too learned, nor no one is nt to believe that the church, months in France and in nine other|t European countries and Algeria, I was particularly impressed with one sen-|t tence: “There is so much more to know than I am accustomed to know, there is so much more to love than I am accustomed to love.” My thoughts went back to a specific, | i great experience of the year—attending |tions of unity are for the Negro and the World Conference of Christian |the Church which has been split and resplit. Youth in Amsterdam, July 24-August 2. It was the eve of European World War Number Two. Many nations were making a last desparate effort to mobi_ lize all their resources for the terrible struggle which has now begun. The Christian Church kind of “mobilization call” to its youth. It called them to bear witness *to the reality of the universal Christian com- munity which places allegiance to God above all national loyalties. During the last few years some peo- ple have been gaining a new conscious- ness of the Church as an ecumenical society. The layman has felt some of MITES MISSIONARY PRESIDENT | of the Methodist Church last spring in City, where were again united in one church 9,000,000 Methodists at what has been called the most important church eyent in the last century. an. increasingly widespread ecumenical spirit, and a structure for a world-wide church is in the making. There is no saying what havoc war may play upon issued a different | it. i fellowship has been born in spite of national, frontiers. hat influence through the unification | he great peace conference at Kansas Some are mpelled to consider what the implica- The year that just ended saw abroad AL MOE Church Women THE FIRST LADY A CHRISTIAN IN DEED But a wider and deeper sense of racial, and denominational Older younger people at the conferences of Oxford and Edinburgh in 1937 and Madras in 1938 have been thinking in terms of a world Christian communion. (Continued in next jssue) people and some W. H. AND F. M. PRESIDENT M HUGHES CHRISTINE S. SMITH WOMEN AND OUR MISSIONARY PROGRAM There is often confusion in the minds he real of many of our women as to tl purpose of our Missionary Society and its function in the lo to say often bewil We might enumerate some e not expected to do: v t up to do club work. dered along this same line. of the things we ar 1. We are not s¢ cal church. Strange some of our pastors are also This is being done efficiently by the women of the various denominations and we should not encroach upon their program, 2. We were not set apart to do the charitable work of the local church. The law of the church has been so planned that this need is provided for by the organization of the Deaconess Board and these women are consecrated apart for this very specialized and set ELEANOR The White House. ya My dear Mr. Si lam happy to wishes and to ¢ (Cc t 1 16) BETHUNE MARY McLEOD CHRISTIANITY AND RACE RE- LATIONS AT THE CROSSROADS By Mary McLeod Bethune In the last few weeks I have travelled through many of our States., Every- where I have been conscious of a sense of urgency, of impending crisis, which I think most of us feel in these caotic service. (Continued on page 13) PHE GENERAL CONFERENC EN ET NT ET (Continued on page 13) i a are E. MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN
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  ===== DSC09041.JPG ===== PAGE SIXTEEN GRANT MEMORIAL CHURCH PUTS OVER BIG IMPROVE- MENT PROGRAM (Continued from page 5) ments and express our appreciation to God by a spiritual campaign for souls. Hence, Evangelist Martha J. Keys was invited to come and began services Watch-night and during the two weeks THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FEBRUARY , a has denied himself “|, a blessed our efforts with forty-seven souls added to the church and fifteen persons converted, We are grateful to God and Dr. Keys for this great victory. She is a great evangelical preacher and will hold her own in any pulpit or occasion. Grant will welcome her again. Grant feels blessed to have such a wonderful pastor as Dr. Griffin who of extremely severe weather God KNOW THE TRUTH An editorial in the Southern Christian Recorder as of January 27th in which the editor discusses an article by Bishop D. H. Sims, which appeared in the Christian Recorder inspired the writer to make a close comparative study of our three weeklies with the following results: The Christian Recorder—Column Inches, 1180; Advertising, 180; News Inches, 6000; Columns, 64; Columns per page, 4; Length of Column, 13; Pages, 16; Inches in mast, 8; Published, Weekly. Southern Christian Recorner—Column Inches, 731.5;Advertising, 79; News Inches, 652.5; Columns, 28; Columns per page, 7; Length of Column, 21.5; Pages, 4; Inches in mast, 42; Published Weekly. Western Christian Recorder—Column Inches, 398; Advertising, 34; News Inches, 364; Columns, 32; Columns per page, 4; Length of Column, 13; Pages, 8; Inches in mast, 10; Published Semi- monthly. Which means that the Christian Recorder prints almost twice as much actual news weekly as the Southern Christian Recorder and almost four times as much as the Western Recorder. The Christian Recorder carries over twice the amount of advertising as the Southern Recorder. In fact almost three times as much and nearly six times as much as the Western Recorder. The Christian Recorder contains sixteen pages of four columns each, thirteen inches to the column, the Southern Recorder four pages of seven columns, twenty-one and a half inches, less forty-two inches front page mast and block headlines. The Western Recorder carries eight pages of four columns, thirteen inches in depth. The writer does not have the figures indicating the production cost of publishing the Southern Christian Recorder or the Western Chris- tian Recorder. Suffice it to say that the Editor of the latter has been compelled to publish and mail the paper twice a month. The Southern Recorder is publisht by the Wonder State Publishing Company of Little Rock, Arkansas, supported by a chain of secular papers and secular advertising. For this the editor is to be commended. But the truth is the Southern Christian Recorder, disconnected from the secular allies, would be seen in a different light. It is no reflection upon the veteran editor of the Western Recorder that he has been compelled to publish the paper of the West every two weeks. And in the meantime he has given the church a representative journal. The Southern Christian Recorder boasts of having given the church an “$18,000 plant.” Where does the Wonder State Publishing Company come in? Who has seen the papers? Who received them? How were they drawn? Who received the plant? When and where was the transfer made? Does the word “plant” mean a building, or printing equipment, or both? If building, why did the company have to move recently? If printing equipment, of what does it consist, and what is its value? What finally became of the $100 which was supposed to have been given to the superannuated preachers’ fund? What became of it? No trace of it ever having been cashed has been found in the Financial Department. The matter of a subsidy was mentioned. That is for the General Conference to decide. The religious press is not expected to stand alone. As such it cannot carry certain types of advertismg. The Christian Recorder has had only eighteen months, a year and a half of existence under an Editor-Manager. Its expense item is greater than either of the other two papers. Contents more varied. The Christian Recorder has been departmentalised and contains the Daily Altar, the Church School Lesson, Grace at the Table, Hymns of the Christian Faith, The Weekly Thot, The Weekly Poem, Women’s Page, Young People’s Page, News at a Glance, News from Churches, Book Review, Con- tributed Articles and an editorial page which fights the battles of the church. It is unreasonable to expect the Christian Recorder to do within one year what it has taken others eight years to accomplish. Then, the Christian Recorder, following the request of the Bishops, is being printed at the Book Concern. The editor has no authority to go out and build another publishing business. The time has come when the church should look after the papers, stabalize and improve them. Not destructive and reflective competition between periodicals, but cooperation. The Christian Recorder is worth every penny of the sub- scription price which has been determined by law. “Give the people light and they will find their own way.” PRY OE TRAN AE AAAS 1865 - SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS OF NEGRO 10-19 CONVENTION EXPOSITION MAY though a candidate for the bishopric ——————————————— 1940: to promote his own interests and has devoted himself to the work of the church and community. Dr. Griffin never leaves us to make excursions abroad when there is work to be done at home. That is why Grant has gone steadily forward even jn the midst of the depression. He is a. worker in deed and in truth. He found us with a hole in the ground and no roof over our heads and greatly discouraged. Today we are practically out of debt and worshipping God under our own vine and fig tree. We would like to keep Dr. Griffin for life but feel that he is entitled to honors which only the General Church can bestow upon him, the bishopric. Therefore, we present him to the church because he is worthy and we pray that the General Conference will elevate him to the high and holy office of bishop. J. C. PORTER, Trustee I THINK, THEREFORE I AM \ (Continued from page 12) to maintain ourselyes in a respectable manner, I am therefore suggesting that the following operations be performed in Operation 1. Give up the work in West Africa, turning the same over to the care of the A. M. E. Zion Church, lock, stock, and barrel; commit all that we have to their care with the blessings of God upon them in fostering the work. We cannot maintain a bishop in West Africa because we have no funds with which to prosecute the work. Perhaps such a program will wound our pride, but remember pride goeth before de- struction. Let us not forget that two of our bishops were placed in jail in West Africa in the debtor’s prison for debts which they contracted in the name of the African Methodist Episco- pal Church. Operation 2. Abolish all of the con- nectional boards and elect or hire a certified public accountant to set up a system of bookkeeping in the depart- ments of our Church. Let this certified public accountant make his report an- nually to the Council of Bishops who will discover as a result of his report any irregularities that may have have crept into the operation of the depart- ments. This will save the connection MORRIS BROWN COLLEGE y Atlanta, Georgia (Auspices of A. M. E. Church) LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE Courses Leading To BACHELOR OF ARTS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Rated by Southern Association of Col- leges and Secondary Schools. Mem- ber of Association of American Colleges. \ For further-information write to: W. A. FOUNTAIN, JR., President SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MeEeeeeeeeeretett * ee PROGRESS - 1940 N_HALL, DETROIT, MICHICY for a q Operation 3. Reduce all o Periodicals to one, abolish; My ern and W. in = _ 1 and estern Christian Reo This is in keeping With Bi hoe ay “ty suggestion. The argument a port of this need not be repeg Sy Operation 4, Place the cr publication now known Mata oe ett given as the in the hands of the edito weekly publication. Should 3 and 4 be successful, the ae save $38,400 per quadrenniym, Operation 5. Abolish the session of the Bishops Coun will save the Church aroun¢ quadrennium. Operation 6. Appojnt ae to redistrict the church into ty districts, the said commission to ; in 1944. Retire all bishops have reached the age of 75 o} 1944. This will result in 1 $50,400 per quadrennium Of am mindful that adequat, should be made out of thes; the bishops who are to nuated. Should the plan the church into twelve distri ed, there will be no necessity ing additional bishops in 1944 are twelve effective bish< time. As a result of what I | proposed -it will be seen program should be adopted be a resultant saving of $121 single quadrennium. Since I do not desire to articles too lengthy, I sha will follow with other su Eyes issues. Tig S Of ig 1 $8,009 be W T oy —Wilberforc wees STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE The smoothness and tion with which a funera ducted reflects upon the sk sympathetic understanding ‘funeral director. We make every eff every funeral conducted add to the immeasurable good- will and prestige that we 1 joy. WALTER C, BECKETT 216 W. Coulter St, Phila., Pa. Phone: GER. 0585 Se ene eee WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY _ WILBERFORCE, OHIO Founded 1856 Degree Courses Offered in the Following Fields: Liberal Arts and Science—Hi Teacher Training—Elementary To<) Training—Commerce—Health and Phy: sical Education—Vocational Education Home Economice—Agricultore Ms" SENIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRA ING UNIT ‘Accredited by North Central A of Colleges and Secondary For Information, Write THE REGIS! Wilberforce Universit? Wilberforce, Obio igh School soc Sch RAR GAN ME. XCI—NO. 47 NANCIAL SECRETARY ARTHUR SMITH JACKSON He is endearingly known from one of the church to the other as ” He makes his home at Waco, ere he was born, the only boy and Ingest of four children. Very early life he gave evidence and signs of cocity. He is an honored graduate Paul Quinn. In 1912 he was elected retary of Education at Kansas City. ng his incumbency he was a mem- the greatest group of orators history of the church: H. B. ks, Reverdy C. Ransom, H. T. ing, and John R. Hawkins. emarkable thing about Dr. Jack- ds that since his election in 1912 1 he Secretaryship of Education he ‘been re-elected at each General ence without opposition and by ation. When the noble and spirit of John Russell winged its ‘ing way to the hills of eternal the responsible position of Finan- Secretary was left vacant. It was ire that “Jack” should succeed in 1912. His election was as- The mind of the church was p, and when the Financial Board beloved “Jack” was unanimous- s African Methodism. chosen to wear the toga of the est office to which a layman can | the church. He is one rightest stars in the constellation PHILADELPHIA, PA. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY, 8, 1940 RELIGIOUS FREEDOM j PHYSICAL FREEDOM RICHARD ALLEN Founder of African M. ie Church and First Bishop, ° RELIGIOUS EDITOR ABRAHAM LINCOLN Preserved the Union, Restored a Race to its Birthright. MAN OF GOD CHARLES WESLEY ABINGTON Dallas, Texas Edits Church School Literature, and Journal of Religion. A man of ripe scholarship, and deep piety. ES This Thursday in The CHRISTIAN RECORDER EDWARD JAMES HOWARD 2 Waco, Texas 3] Bishop of West Africa, Tennessee, and The Superannuated Minister and the D. L. Witherspoon Plan—Rev. C. R. Hines . The ears ITO! ot iactriig Richard Allen.. The Man and The Place.. Texas’ Gift to the Church long The Line «.. Barrel (Editorial of “the Week) Pointed Points The Churchman Afield Young People’s Page + Allen C. E. League News At A Glance. Transitions Men and Things— Notices—Calendar ‘ Oklahoma, Ministerial life in Texas. 4 4 4 s c . 4] Bishop Howard has spent all of his 4 R A : ober Pa 5 | ministerial life in Texas. The writer 6| met him when he was a member of the Plath U. S. Infantry and the subject - I} was pastor of Wesley Chapel at Hous- | ton, One day while walking along S \STHE-OFFICIAL ORGAN: ‘ Kor Sorat -METHODIST-EPISCOPAL CHURCH, ROSMAN OUR BROTHERD SN, 4 College which he attended =CORD PRICE FIVE CENTS ! AR Se XAS AFRICAN METHODISM MOVES FORWARD HONORING QUR FOUNDER{ EPISCOPAL LEADER GEORGE B. YOUNG Bishop of 10th Episcopal District Waco, Texas. He was born and reared on a farm in Texas; converted when quite a boy and attended the rural schools. His sainted father sent him to Paul a ever d the He h *. Lee during which time he eall to enter the ministry the advice of Bishop E others to study at Wilberforce Univers ty, and completed the regular course in Payne Theologic: his return to Texas he was ¢ an elder- by Bishop Lee in the church was steady Seminar Upon ined His progress He s ed as Dean of Theology at Paul Quinn, and pastored the leading charges in his state. The General Conference of 1928 which met at Chicago, Illinois chose Dr Young to be a bishop in the church. Since his elevation he has served in South Africa, Arkansas, and Texas, over which he now presides. His heart is centered upon his alma mater, Paul Quinn, Its development and perpetua- tion constitute his major objective. Bishop Young is very unassuming, humble kind. He is a devout Christian and an African Methodist there is no guile. Texas honors him, the church loves him. in whom Dowling. Street in conversation about the’ church he “Would it not be a fine thing if you were said elected (Continued on page 16) _ GENERAL CONFERENCE, MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN ===== DSC09042.JPG ===== PAGETWO - THE CHRISTIAN RECORD A RE | GRACE BEFORE MEALS , FEBRUARY, 8 1% THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER but once; if there is any good deed/A.M.E. Church and their dependent that I can do; or any kind word that] families. And in conclusion may I say I can say, let me do it now for I|my dear delegates: If you are not fa- Of 11 Boards ‘only 2 fail are ed t full. We have a Wonderful, 3 Port i PAGE THREE Elder, Dr. J. A, Howard *esiding Accept our thanks, O gracious Lord, | Shall never pass this way again. And|miliar with the Witherspoon Pension morning his text “and : tnd THE CHURCH S things that belong to Caesar also belong TEAGUE, TEXAS for this food and for all the material |@sk ourselves the question, What shall Plan, you owe it to yourself and to those | a long ‘uppen.¢oom > ie show 2 ; CHOOL to God, and spiritual blesings we receive. |! render unto Him for all His Bessings | who gave their elfrage to make you a Up." After which our pest Mn Earnestly seek to commend yourself to God as a werk- {ict love men)" OPd MH? does] St Johns AM. . Church, “Our Forgive our sins and watch over us orth, opened th c ‘ beca is “straigh : A i ‘ rst Quarterly meeting held on the in Tene name. Amen. = acquaint yourself with it in order that | 51 ohcar (eal . the cha he : eid tforward dealing with the So many people love the Lord with| Teague Circuit convened in St. Johns THE SUPERANNUATED MINIS-|you may be able to labor and vote fr |Lord’s Supper Feceived 4 d of truth, has no reason to feel any shame. pe ald without loving him with | Chapel, the third Saturday and Sunday TER and the D. L. WITHERSPOON | this worthy piece of legislation which Rey. I, P ‘ E eir minds. : in December, Rev. A. G. Glass our HYMNS THAT LIVE PENSION PLAN , comfort in times of the ee eee 2 Man yy, .. i 7 new Presiding Elder, presiding. We | Bee period in the fife of ne ae iii + angee Sena ois Vil. February 18} all the propaganda that will be fae PRAYER THOUGHT are pleased to have him aud seorbind ; GOD BLESS AMERICA There can be no doubt in the minds |The time of old age. I am quite sure | the Presiding Et Bae tt With against us? Like poison gas it steals By Williara Chalmers Covert to make this a successful year on our GOOD CITIZENS AND Goop over our landscape. It NEIGHBORS SRN ser on O God, of the nations, wilt Thou in | District. Quite a number of our mem- these days of confusion and doubt show| bers and officers from Grove Island Thy people the way. Wilt thou cleanse | was Present and helped to make our of the thinking ministry of our Metho-} that Dr. Witherspoon will be glad to | over SGUGF ci Geastire in {ull ang dism as to the need of a safe and sane] send you his plan if you will only write eDiey eA, Howard PE Judge I may tell you that two influential While the storm clouds gather groups do not want us to enter the war: ax aeross hepa Departmental Bureau devoted especial- | him for a copy. His address is 403 Rev, I. P. Evans, Pastor jon Text: Matthew 22:15-22, 34-40|(1) Big business wants tovetays out the spirits of those who sit in places of] meeting go over the top. All of our Let us swear allegiance ly and specifically to the care of our] Cynthia St., Memphis, Tenn. (Mrs.) C. L. Barrett ] Not even large and quick profits tem ‘ authority. May high motives of service | our assessments were raised and a nice To a land that’s free; worn out ministers and their depend- Rev. C. R. Hines, pastor ae Then went the Pharisees, and took| these men. They know how a pee take possession of their hearts. Raise}amount given to our pastor, Rev. R. Let us all be grateful ants, whenever the time comes, that St. John A.M.E. Church ALLEN TEMPLE A.M. £. cy ounsel how they might ensnare him| followed the. last war—a slump that| "2, we beseech Thee, generations of]E. Elmore. The Presiding Elder made For'a- and 66: fi age or infirmity demands his retire- Mulberry, Tenn. ‘ GREENVILLE ee i URCH p his talk. 16 And they send to him| drank up all profits and left business citizens with ability and skill and ala wonderful talk, advising and inform- ec geen mente Andsbesyourwelluassured #Hat : » S.C, Beh disciples, with the Herodians, say_ | hollow and almost ruined. They do not | S°BS¢ of responsibility for the highest] ing us of our various duties in the In a solemn prayer. all of us are tending and bending to- “VIRGINIA CHAPEL SPEAKS” ~ Rev. B. S. Taylor, Esto, Teacher, we know that thou art] want that again, ‘They -have {learned welfare of their fellow men who will]church. He also introduced to our con. enlist in the work of the city, state and] ference Mrs. L. E. Gillispie, iur confer- nation, and render such service as unto} ence Branch President of the W. H. & Thee. Let all life be more and more]F. M. Society, who made quite a few pervaded by the ideals of Christian}remarks which were enjoyed, brotherhood and mutual helpfulness. Sunday was fair and quite a nice ward that day. The men in the pastor- ate for the most part are the base and} Virginia Chapel A.M.E. Church is] The first Quarterly Confe , Land that I love, pillars upon which rests the duty and}loud in its praises of Rt. Rev. R. C. | Allen Temple A. M. E. Chur i gt Stand beside her and guide her responsibility for the support of every | Ransom’s Godly judgment in giving us | ville District, was held co Z ae Through the night, with a light irom} department of the Church both local]an excellent Presiding Elder, Rev. A.| Dr. J. Cc. Quarles, Presidin bet , and teachest the way of God in]one lesson from history. (2) The ith, and carest not for any one: or} American Legion is on’ record against regardest not the person of men. | getting into this war. An ardent mem- Tell us therefore, What thinkest}ber of the Legion sent me a letter to jou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto| this effect. Burned once by a profit- God Bless America a3 ‘ : Ct “oe?, A y ” 2 B, st Zlas: ¢ above; and general and yet, sadly as jt may|J. Smoot and amiable pastor, Rev. A. presiding. On Sunday the i ni ae aes oe But Re a less war in Europe, fooled once in at- Dye pray: i See ae antics racian ae Sti gees, i iries— ~y i = . ‘ a nvstdt ‘ive <3 if i ie \< s rte! From the mountains, to the prairies—|seem; in this great Church of ours,|D. Tyson. Elder was at his best, he pr : cnet Ae She orld for democ DAILY BIBLE READINGS joined the church. After the Lord’s make ye trial of me, ye hypocrites? | racy, these ex-soldiers do not want Show me the tribute money. And]any more of it, To defend our own ley brought unto him a denarius. 20] shores is one thing; to rush across seas d nd he saith unto them, Whose is this] to mix in the poisonous mess of Europe image and superscription? 21 They]is quite another. Charles A. Beard, To the oceans white with foam, God Bless America, My home sweet home. IRVING. BERLIN there is almost no provisions made for] We have just closed our first Quarter- |two very profound sermons, The }, his economic security at the close of|ly Conference for the year 1940, and are Spirit was strongly manifested, the day. This most surely should not|pleased to report that we have made] On Monday evening at 8 o'ck be the case. There have been several | progress along all lines. Quarterly Conference assemb| M. Matt. 22:15-22 F. James 2:1-8. Supper, adjourned for dinner, 3 :30 found T. Matt. 22:34-40 S. Phil. 3:17-21. us in services again—Rey. Williams of W. Deut. 8:11-18. S. Romans 13:8-14.] the Baptist Church is Fairfield gave us T. Romans 12:10-21. a wonderful sermon. We all feasted as ock the Introduced by. Kate Smith proposals offered in the past to remit! The Presiding Elder preached Sun-!pusiness session of the Co a Mriants chin Clesae Then. saith id Rea es Rates 2 —The 20th Century Quarterly | he preached out of his very soul. Rey. Armistice Day—1938 ]this evil situation but all to no avail. | day morning at eleven o'clock and Sun_] which proved to be one of y he unto them, Render eee ee rene babi sea te iainie cal Be hsaey Mia Chil War tie And so today we have another proposal. | day evening, January 7, the Emma C. | and peace from beginning to th Caesar the eee that are Caesar’s;| Foreign asrela, It is aueriles BE eres OF MUSSIONS | sented, ‘also’ many, of our city: friends, THE NEW YEAR known as the “Witherspoon Pension | Ransom Missionary Society which was| The pastor, Rev. B. S. Taylo _ and unto God the things that are Gore peal for ieolgtion to not our es oe ae pourra ane eae - Plan.” And I feel sure that any one | organized one month ago, presented an | ducted the devotional, after wh 22 And when they heard it, they mar_ | business, to keep ar of European quar- BON Gale ots ¢ Reve see By Evangelist Marie M. Cook who will give this plan even a casual | excellent program consisting of musical | presented the Presiding Elde velled, and left him, and went away. Jrels. Pulpits all over the land are Fa ta ee ae class, Rrsaiding First A. M. E. Church review, will agree with me when I]renditions and readings. Dr. Smoot|C, Quarles, who arose in his u 34 But the Pharisees, when they|crying out against our entry. Religious Elder. ‘ : Gary, Indiana say it is by far the most sane and prac- |was presented by the pastor, after | dignified manner and stated he heard that he had put the Sadducees| conventions utter profound pronounce- SRE a eee tical ever offered to our Church at any | which a most: excellent and entertaining | proud to return as Presiding Ede Dear Editor: as the old year has passed |time. Dr. Witherspoon has long since |address was enjoyed. Although the| After some brief remarks out and we are entering into a New| proven his ability and honesty in hand_| weather was very inclement there was | into the business of the Co: Year; this question comes to my mind, }ling the affairs of the public trust, so|a very appreciative crowd attending. At|The reports from the various “What shall I render unto the Lord|that I deem it unnecessary to recount | the closing-of the program the S iety | ments were unusually fine. T! for all his benefits toward me?” Let|his record of past achievements which | presented the Presi i ith a|from the Setwards was giv us think of this New Year as an op-/are as numerous as the stars. Dr. lovely » |because of the fact they reported thet poitunity, another chance, and a| Witherspoon is not offering the Church] Monday night the business session $1,142.21 had been raised since the co blessing. On New Year‘s Day our] just something as a means of selfish}was held. This phase of the Quarterly ing of the present ‘pastor. 1! thoughts are turned back and we begin | publicity, but has given much time and | Conference was well attended, remind- | worthy phase of the Quarterly C to wonder just how we made it through. study to the matter and in my feeble|ing the vast audience of the Virginia | ence was the praise given the We think of our life as an open book] judgment is practical to the last word. | Chapel of old. -|the Rev. B, S. Taylor for ha‘ with many pages; as we turn those| More than a year ago this writer visited] We did not only pay the Presiding | complished such a noble work pages of 1939, we find that some are}his (Dr. Witherspoon’s) Office and went | Elder all the money due him for the | past three months. blurred, some we frown on as we read] over his plan in detail and after going | quarter, but no treasures were left ex-| The Presiding Elder, Dr. (Quarles them and some we can read with smiles | over it and reading it article by article, hausted, and money was handed back | commended the pastor for his « ie and some with tear stained eyes. On}we found’ nothing impractical or un-|to the Stewards to apply on such debts leadership, and feels that Rev. laylo' some of the pages we find that we did|reasonable. Dr. Witherspoon’has con-|as they saw wise. — will bring things to pass. some things that we should not have] sulted almost every church in the nation] During the quarter $354.27 was raised,| Allen Temple is destined for great done and said some things that we|who offers any annuity to its retired | one accession to the church was report-| things under our present pastor and should not have said and we are deeply | ministers and has selected the most ad- | ed, and improvements were shown along | his set-up. a grieved for our misdoings and we say,|vantageous and liberal parts of each of | all lines. Allen Temple is thanking God a “If we could live our life over again|them and has compiled them into one} Virginia Chapel with its efficient Pre-| Bishop J. S. Flipper for having a what a chance in my life there would | unique whole in order to be able to give | siding Elder and pastor is one hundred | this matchless and God-fearing |< be.” In 1939 we can note that many|to the Av M. E. Church a better plan | percent with the program of our Bishop, | here assisted by his queenly wile. of our loved ones have passed: there|than any ever given in any church in|and pray for his return to the third] Mr. J. B. Caldwell was elects a were deep gulfs of misunderstandings;|this entire nation. And now that the | Episcopal District. His wise judgment |gate to the District Conference a sickness, misfortunes, and yet we are! Rey, D. L. Witherspoon has brought! has given inspiration to this congrega- | Presiding Elder went away all arate here to see each other’s face. We are|to us so wonderful a plan for the relief | tion, we join our pastor in hoping and | His assessment was paid in full. Wat here to be thankful that the clouds of| of the superannuated ministers of our | praying that the General Conference of | Allen Temple. war are not hovering over us: That our] church and since some relief is so se- | 1940 will look wise in its election of MISS FLOR. land is not visited by the volcanic erup_|riously needed in our Methodism will| Bishops, and consider such talented} _ ‘ tion and earth quakes; thankful for] the delegates to the forth coming Gen-_| Christians and influential men as Drs. ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY to silence, gathered themselves together.] ments against participation in foreign 35 And one of them, a lawyer, asked | wars, - him a question, trying him: 36 Teacher,{ Yes, at the moment we are strongly which is the great commandment in the] against war, but can we hold that line? law? 37 And he said unto him, Thou] Have we any right to expect Europe _ Shalt love the Lord thy God with all]to take heavy losses while we take thy heart, and with all thy soul, and|none? Have we any right to profit by _ with all thy mind. 38 This is the great} Europe’s terrible misfortune? Can we and first commandment. 39 And aJrestrain our greed? Can we stay at | second like unto it is this, Thou shalt home, take our losses and mind our love thy neighbor as thyself. 40 OnJown business? Perhaps by the time ' these two commandments the whole law} you readsthis, we shall know more hangeth, and the prophets. than any of us do now. Can we learn : nothing? Must we again try to save GOLDEN TEXT—Thou shalt love thy | so-called “democracy” abroad? Must we neighbor as thyselfi—Matthew 22:39. | again rush off, like some fabled knight, 4 to slay a dragon? Must we send our THE LESSON BROUGHT DOWN | flag to protect our investments? Is it THE REV. H. E. WALDEN 4 TO DATE s imperative for us to take sides in a a By John R. Ewers quarrel thousands of miles away? Must " How much should*we give the govern-|we be the cat’s-paw to pull chestnuts “ment and how much should we give]out of the fire for any other nation? God? That most important question] Our boys must never again fight in a is not too easy to answer in these new| foreign war. “days. Those of us who are whole-} The government at Washington is heartedly committed to the idea of|our government. We, the people, still democracy find our conceptions chal-Jrule. “Government of, for and by the enged by dictators. In the land of the] people must not perish from the earth.” free, wise men cheerfully pay, their If we go se Ne in aioe ot give me their support for this office, | truthiul and interesting remarks. then Bares vise: men pote sae iter oe reas ee pe ecious free- | If I am elected to this position, I want preached a wonderful sermon in so ind energy to community betterment. perish. Let us ae pr have de_|to assure them that I will administer much there was one soul found. Also Aga’ st the crude and cruel dictator-|dom, In the U. S. A. we me _ ‘uni Carennceddd every Sinister |ave had Communion which was. very lips in Europe, we see our democracy | mocracy Caen ar ra in the A. M. E. Church, and will en-|inspiring. Then Sunday afternoon we in a new light and we appreciate it deavor to assist each Bishop, Presiding | were favored with a wonderful sermon MT. OLIVE A. M. E. CHURCH PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. We express the gratitude to God under the leadership of Rev, Hodson Waters for the progress of our Church both spiritually and financially. If there ever was a man of truth, honesty, and loyalty, he is one. And we pray God that next annual c rence he will be returned to us. We had our third Quarterly Conference the first day of the year, conducted by Rev. W. L. Johnson, our Presiding Elder which was very nice. Then on Wednesday night at our prayer meeting, we were favored with a most inspiring sermon by Rev. W. G. Collins, one of our local dea- 427 Aisquith Street | cons. Baltimore, Maryland Friday night Love Feast and general Mr. Editor: Class. Sunday morning at 10:30 Rev. This letter is to announce to my many | Waters called the flock together and friends throughout the A. M. E. Church | opened service for the day. Mrs. Elease that I am a candidate for the office of | McCall represents our A, C. E. League Secretary-Treastrer of Missions of the | which is the most outstanding organiza- A. M. E. Church, tion in any Church in Philadelphia and I want to ask my many friends | under the leadership of Mr. Horace S, throughout the A. M. E. Church to|Hopps. Rev. Waters made some very ENCE LYKES POINTERS living in a bible land; and to worship|eral Conference which meets in the|Frank Madison Ried, Joseph Gomez The P. Praiss Him more, We do not want to live in a oe nark sal Elder, and Pastor in building up the » afte a bt eden pron sere a h Let wople ° ai ar . . 32 yas. ver s . God as we see fit; and for Jesus Christ] great city of Detroit next May, have|and A. J. Allen. ‘ “Gospel Beacons” Just oft the country where the state is supreme iw Fe fora tian Jo be'e quod [mission points Of their conferences, I 32 which was very pir Be : here religion is regulated and regi: ace will apply the funds collected for mis- | evening there was a great inspiring as a mediator who.pleads for us; for] the grace and fortitude to stand by and] Under the leadership of~our compe Pre’ : a # re at if he is not a good neighbor. food, clothing, shelter and the oppor-| for those who struggle under the load|tent pastor we feel that we will not “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Vit? Race ‘ tw: 5 z es aes Since i i y he cause of missions. }sermon by Rey, Waters again A i in- | sions strictly for t The Pharisees were much more mented by the state, and where human 1 2:15-16. We have quite a number of “$c i F i to our m “Gates x i d. Rendering unto x d faithfully solicit your mas EE Ee ee hae ean a este ia ard baie pe a eat fe oa he this [aos eae g SE reitocss” ae Tings that are Caesar’s| terested in arguments than in the truth a ato ins chee been a brother | sick which are improving. One of our conditions as: well as they..are, sometimes thinly clad and bathe them | church property, will Re re iets: of Praise,” “Jubilee C ies is on ei i ae U. S. A. and quite |—in words than in ideas. ie cyiied to a position of greater | sick members is dear Sister Lillian B. The old year has passed, we know] the protection that they so richly de- | year. hss re ; Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. ©°? ane oe oH Italy, Russia or Ger-| So many people ask for advice when Jand i a I shall continue the spirit | Waters, she is very much better after what it carried but we do not know|serve in the days when they are no iM —Miss Cornelia Lewis % $3.50. i xtra a eed they really want confirmation of their a Sante to a larger number. her hard struggle. The Lord has brought what awaits us in the new year but|longer able to earn a livelihood for} 100 Copies $30.00. Postage Today Pie eicot the slightest doubt | own opinions. of bro’ Rejplettally. yours) her safe thus far, and we are asking to be dn the safe side, we must choose} themselves? And tnless some one WEST COLUMBIA, TEXAS on dozen or more. that a yast majority of our people insist | It is often a very safe rule to an- HE. WALDEN, Pastor | God's blessing on all. Jesus Christ for our guide and holding| comes forward with a better propo- — x Write: a i f the European war. | swer one question by asking another. Waters A. Mi Ei, Church, ELIJAH RILEY, Church Clerk to his hand he will lead us safely|sition, let that protection be the| The first Quarterly Conference of the EDWARD C. DEAS 0 ee sn ray ‘tine apainst We must never forget that even is es , i \ , | the 10, IB. through and as we ponder along let| Witherspoon Pension Plan for the|West Columbia Circuit was held 5718 Wabosh A: Chicas’ us remember that we pass this way|Superaannuated Ministers of the |17-18 of December at Mound Creek. —_—_<—<——<—<——— ===== DSC09043.JPG ===== CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE HERCULES NEWS SERVICE phia, Penna. as Second Class Matter Bell—KINgsley 0497 Published Weekly Manager At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. ais USS ORE RE EE TS Sane Entered at the Post Office at Philadel- By George A. Singleton, Editor and T Church down near the Delaware River where the bridge now cros- ses from Philadelphia to Camden, Arthur S. manhood to be segregated or jim- Abram Grant and Armstrong, aman. He is one of the greatest | off. M. M. Clark who men of all time. His blow for re-|of the Christian Recorder _ ligious freedom, lessons of thrift | 1852, generations. His figure domin- ates religious history like a collo- sus. As we honor him this month] om Missionary women under the well do we remember that the re- Bishop D. H. Sims, President Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President ' Contributing Editors: SUBSCRIPTION RATES Copy 5c Christian Recorder, Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylyania. ern, but impossible to enslave. —Lord Brougham. WEEKLY POEM SONNET By Helene Mullins Untrue it is to say that poverty know. Untrue to call it sweet and heavenly. Though Jesus and St. Francis found it so, For they were poets, and young. To other men The daily needs, unsatisfied, repressed, Are blunted pins to wound and wound again. | To soul distressed, within the flesh distressed, Grows timid and perverse. The flower- ing field Is but a patch of ground whereon to crawl, And men are despots aagered at a shield HONORING RICHARD ALLEN We have a lurking suspicion that the Church does not honor Richard Allen as it ought. He was born February 14, 1760, about ten years before Crispus Attucks fell fight- ing for American independence in Boston, A young man at the age of 27, he left Old St. George Carlyle F.}and not by others. 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single Address all correspondence to: The 716 South 19th ee THURSDAY, FEBRUARY, 8, 1940 WEEKLY THOUGHT ES Education makes a people easy to lead, but difficult to drive; easy to goy- Is good for the soul, to suffer and to|advertise his incongruity. Square demption and salvation of the race Society. Sister M. A. Carr heads must be wrought by ourselves, |the State organisation. The con- nection stands aside while the “egal Sermons Pee rar In 1940 we suggest that the |proud and faithful sons and daugh- ea ©. Gregg, Milton s, J,|Shurch celebrate the 180th anni-| ters of Allen in Texas pass. Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles |Versary of his’ birth, We must Pass ae H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson-|become more Richard Allen con- ALONG THE LINE Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V.| scious and recapture somewhat ‘ gererdson: of his spirit. Ours is the task ot] Aside from the persons whose teaching the race, the nation and|names have been mentioned and the world, more about the lasting | whose likenesses appear this week founder, religious genius and pa-|as loyal and self-sacrificing. Their even a proclamation. THE MAN AND THE PLACE a circuit — riders According to an old proverb, ee “Tt is not the place that exalts and glorifies the man; it is the man who glorifies and exalts the place.” And this should be the order, but in some instances the place overshadows the man. Take the right man out of a particular place and the world will recog- nise him nathless. Put the wrong white robes and wave palms of liams, and to that number which no man can 4 - number. man in a certain place and nearly every move he makes he will 3 | EDITORIAL OF THE WEEK pegs just don’t fit well into round holes. Beware of the musician who constantly defends his music. : ‘ 2 Good music has only to be played. | _ Abraham Lincoln, in an address It. behooves they Generak, Cone |et Edwardsville, on September ference delegates to seek out | !3,.1858, said: - elders to be elected to the Episco-} nd when, by all these mean: pacy who have the ability to|¥U have succeeded in dehumaniz- glorify, exalt and magnify the7mg the Negr o—when you have—s office. Not because he is a place- | Placed him where the ray of hope seeker, but- because the Church|iS blown out as in the darkness needs him: The unfit in mind,|0f the damned, are you quite sure heart and spirit will be hampered that the demon sou have roused in his work. He will be too place- | Will not turn and rend you? What conscious to serve effectively. Let |Constitutes the bulwar k of our Judah Ish-Kiriot, Bar Abba, and |©W2 liberty and independence? It Simon Magus be anathema. is not our frowning battlements, our bristling seacoasts, our army and our navy. These are not our reliance against tyranny. All of those may be turned against us.. Our reliance is in the love of liberty which God has planted in us. Our defense i BARRED TEXAS’ GIFT TO THE CHURCH The gift of Texas to African Methodism is of inestimable value. Today she is articulate in ‘the « affairs of the connection. Bishops G. B. Young, E. J. Howard, Dr. Jackson, C. W. Abing- N. J., because he had too much |ton, Lucy Hughes carry on where crowed. He was no hat-in-the|W. Reynolds, H. T. eee hand syncophant, but every whit | W. Rankin, and S. J. Johnson left : was Editor resigned on May 23, and racial self-help command the | 1854 because the church failed to loyalty and fidelity of successive support the paper, went to Texas and pastored Reedy Chapel. Lucy M. Hughes leads the mighty host banner of the W. H. and F. M.|- contribution and worth of this ours there are thousands of others just+ hi whi ‘prized liberty as 4 age of all men, in al] land where. Destroy this s you have planted the despotism at your ow Familiarize yourselves ‘chains of bondage and y' your own limbs to we __“Accustomed to trample on t rights of others, you have 10. the genius of your own indepe | dence and become the fit subje of the first. cunning tyrant y arises among you.” * * x On Monday,: “Abe Lincoln jn Illinois,” the motion Picture tel). ing the story of Limcoln’s Tise to the Presidency on the slavery js. sue, opened in Washington, Ne~ groes were banned from the thea- ter. he herit, SCV ery PIrit and Seeds of TN doors, With the ou Prepare ‘ar them, ne St n- Cts yo —Philadelphia Recor; —_—__ POINTED POINTS DURING \THE PAST Fi\\ tron saint. As we observe his|names are written down in the | days several connectional person- birthday this year there is not|Lamb’s Book of Life and will not |ages ‘have visited Philadelphi be known. until the great Assize and the Christian Recorder: |)r when all shall stand before Him|A. J. Allen, American Bible Socie. who shall sit upon the throne,|ty Secretary, Mrs. Christine S mission _ men, Smith, president of the W. M. \. evangelists, teachers, members, |Society and Lucy M. Hughes, preachers, all. ‘They shall wear | President W. H. & F. M. Socie —o0o—_ victory. Bracey, McGrew, ‘wil- MESDAMES SMITH, HUGHES, Browning, Moody, Celia Gregg and Minnie Gaines Booker, Brown, Sisters M. P.|Were house guests of Bishop and Hughes, Goins, Jackson, Abing- Mrs. D. H. Sims. Dr. Allen i ton and Burns. They tod belong | hopeful son of the Church. ——o0o—. DR. E. E. TYLER OF ALLEN A. M. E. Church, Jamaica, N. Y., has offered himself for the editor- ship of the A. ME. Review. He is very finely trained and an ex- cellent. man. - ——o0o—— INFORMATION COMES THAT the Third Episcopal District has We bite isi tor s,|Put its imprimatur upon Pas L. C. Ridley, of Dayton, for the same post. He is Editor of the Negro Journal of Religion. i. Jefferson Clement is “at the door and Brookins is coming from Ala- bama. — ‘ _ THE REV. DR. J. C. ANDER- son, Presiding Elder of the Pitts: burgh Conference has begun hav- ing each Quarterly Conferenc’ which he holds take out a yearly subscription to the Christian Re- corder. Says it was done with enthusiasm. With proper leader ship the Church will move in the spirit [higher ground, ed. Whatsoever a man that shall he also reap,” is fundamental and jn- ES HOP S. L. GREENE AND en of the Eighth Episcopal ve the thanks of the Christian order Editor and Manager for yery fine report and large list bscriptions to the Christian order. ; E CHURCHMAN AFIELD hall the Churchman continue this mn? For three years and nine nths now it has appeared in each @ of the Christian Recorder. A out and interested subscriber thinks might be discontinued for the good the paper. What say ye? ——o0o——_. is three-thirty o’clock in the morn- as the Churchman sits at his desk. bove is a large photograph of the ‘Quadrennial Convention of the W. H. & F. M. Society, which met at Tulsa ave gone in: Bishop W. D. Johnson, _ A. G. Wynn, J. A. Hadley and C. A, Wingfield. ; ——o00o—_ Whenever the Churchman glances up- ward his gaze falls upon Photographs of Benjamin Franktin Lee and John A. Gregg. The former was editor of the Christian Recorder from 1888 to 1892. Bishop Lee’s photograph was auto- graphed by himself and presented to the Churchman years ago upon a visit to his Wilberforce home. ——o00o0o——. ‘As the Churchman recalls the lovely _ service on Sunday morning a week ago at Jones Tabernacle, Philadelphia, in a moment of time he envisions this great church upon whose domain the sun “never sets. Wonderful have been the . DECEIVED. GOD IS five years ago. Many who were there! sults, You are laying well the founda- tion for the exalted position in the A, M. E. Church which js sure to be given to you, Yours brotherly, ALBERT LONG’ : d Durham, Nu.G: The Chtristian Recorder under its pres- ent management is easily the best peri- odical of our Church, It is always fresh, informative and inspirational. gratulations! Sincerely yours REV. J. A. VALENTINE, Con- Kansas City, Mo. My Dear Brother: Hearty congratulations on the fine Paper that you are giving us. Have noticed with increasing _ interest “POINTED. POINTS.” Our work continues to grow in His Name. Sincerely, T. J. BURWELL Minister Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church (Letters Continued on page 13) EAST FLORIDA ANNUAL A.M.E. CONFERENCE Jacksonville, Florida ¥ “achievements thru the years. Perpetu- ated it shall be down the centuries. As the Churchman writes and prays the “church passes in review. : ——o00o——. From Philadelphia to Baltimore. His- " torical associations of moment are called ‘forth. In the same breath the Church-7 "man breathes the name of Richard Allen and Daniel Coker, giants in those days. Rather than be treated less than men in the Lord’s house they walkt out. é ——o000o—_ ‘only last week a separate jurisdiction Negroes was proposed by some ‘southern Bishops in the Episcopal ‘Church, Alabama Methodist Church. Allen’s children do their own proposing nd disposing. ——o00o—— “The Churchman opines that it will be long time before some Christians Christ to be their Christ. , LETTERS TO EDITOR 5 Capeville. Va. T have watched with growing appre- ion the splendid expression of your adership, and your ability to get re- ae The Churchman is not surprised that BISHOP H. Y. TOOKES RESOLUTIONS Whereas, this conference and all the other conferences of the A. M.. E. Church in Florida are blessed in having for their episcopal head the Rt. Rev. H. Y. Tookes, D.D., LL.D., Presiding Bishop of the Eleventh Episcopal Dis- trict, and by his dauntless courage, broad humanitarian spirit, Christian love for all men, and integrity in dealing with all the affairs of the Church has shown himself to be a leader without a peer on any bench of Bishops, and Whereas, Bishop Tookes has gripped this conference and set our hearts aflame for greater service, with ad- dresses, instructions, advice and ad- monitions has made a deep impression upon our hearts and lives, and Whereas: Bishop Tookes has not only met every reasonable requirement as a Bishop, but has gone far beyond the most fanciful expectations of any- one. His vision and business sagacity made it possible for the mortgage of Edward Waters College to be burned some two months ago, Edward Waters College being, the only school of the A.M.E. Connection with no mortgage RISTIAN RECORDE R indebtedness, and is in better condition financially ang academically than it ever has been in all its history, Be It Resolved That this Conference thank Almighty God for giving li such a sterling leader as Bishop Tookes ; That we resolve in our hearts to catch his spirit of courage and fair dealing and let it operate in all the dealings of the Church. That we follow Bishop Tookes in his Programme for the evangelization of the world. That we put into immediate and con- tinued practice the fatherly advice and instruction that have fallen from his lips this week. That we let no opportunity Pass to show to Bishop Tookes now and every days of his life how much we really love and appreciate him. That we strive to match our interest in Edward Waters College with his and never cease until he and we achieve our goal, namely to make Edward Waters College the finest Christian college in America. That we build our Women’s dormi- tory within the next few months FREE of DEBT. That we continue to build each year a new structure until our needs have }been met. That we pledge ourselves for the re- turn of our Bishop Tookes from the General Conference to lead us on to new heights of service and victory for Christ. Whereas, this conference has reach- ed new. standards in efficiency, and Whereas, Rev. W. P. Mitchell and his loyal and faithful members have af- forded this conference entertainment that cannot be surpassed, and Whereas, this conference has been blessed by the holding of a daily In- stitute through the wisdom of our Bish- op, and Whereas, we have been inspired and uplifted by the presence of distinguish- ed visiting general officers, pastors, pre- siding elders and laymen, and Whereas, the State Primary has unanimously endorsed Dr. J. S. John- son for the Bishopric, Be It Further Resolved That this conference go on record as thanking the pastor, members, choir and all others whose efforts have made this week so enjoyable and profitable That we thank the presiding elders, pastors, and members of this conference for their loyalty during the past year. That we thank our visitors for their expressions of encouragement and for their sermons that have uplifted us and encouraged us. That we stand solidly in moral and, financial support behind Dr. J. S Ss Johnson and cease not until he is elect- ed a Bishop of the Church. Respectfully submitted: Reys. R. B. Sutton L. M. Moore Leonard F. Morse CHRISTIAN RECORDER VISITORS The Revs. T. L. Scott, Baltimore, Md.; E. A. Allen, Cleveland, Ohio; J. L. Link, Chester, Penna.; J. G. Robinson, D. M. Owens, J. Leo Pot- | BIRTHDAY GREETINGS THE REV. A. D. AVERY Presiding Elder Greensboro, N. C. tor Mother Bethel, Trenton, New J Mrs. Rt. Rev. E. T. Demby, The Prot The Rey. G. L. Hay Pastor St. James, St. Paul, The Rev. Wm. A. Dorsey, Bethel, Woodbury, N. J Slaughter, St. Matthew, Penna. ; Biloxi, Miss. ; Philadel; Mr. Raymond R DONORS AND NEW SUBSCRIBERS Mrs. E. J. Robinson, Memphis, Mrs. A. |E. Hubbard, Oklahoma City, Okla. .. ‘ Mrs. Ada Rembert, St. Augustine, Cora Bradford, Jacksonville, Fla Mr. Arthur Saunders, Xenia, $ Ohio ; ates Mrs. Annie Anderson, Jackson- ville, Fla. . Baas Mrs. L. E. B. Gillespie, Teague, Texas .... Morris B. Johnson, Jacksonville, The Rev. F. F. Moten, Kansas City, Mo. Miss Pearl Warren, Okla. < * Mrs. P. A. Ellis, Palestine, Texas Mrs. Clara Johnson, Pittsburgh, Lawton, Penna. vale es mt oy Mrs. Marion Bordley, Pittsburgh, Penna, PR tes ree Lottie B. Gilbert, Jacksonville, Deacon C. A. Simmons, Niagara Falls, N. Y... ‘ J. W. Davis, Ormand, F' tinger, T. M. Ivey, S. T. Boyd, Mesdames J. Leo Pottinger, E. A. Selby, Prof. E; A. Selby, Drs, S. S. Morris, C. W, Abington, Edward Philadelphia, Penna. Heke ¢ Mrs. Ella Horton, New Kensing- PORK icy ae ov eee Lance, ton, The Rey. R. A. Adams, Kansas City, Kans.; The Rev. Henry P. Jones, Pas- Philadelphia, |Penna.; Mrs. Azalee Clark, Mt. Z ion, Cordelia M. Barker, Wilmington, Delaware; The est- ant Episcopal Church, Southwest Pro- vinces, Memphis, Tenn.; Mrs. Lucille E. King. Harrisburg, Illinois; Mrs. L. L, Frierson, St. Peter, Delhi, La. ; Mr. L. H. Delphia, Layman St. John, Minn. ; Pastor ; Miss Elsie NINETY-FIRST ANNIVERSARY 1.00 1.00 1,00 1 00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.50 1.50 ===== DSC09044.JPG ===== To-day he lives in you and me While in the soil he rests His inspiration makes us see That we could stand the test. Through God his heart was big and great His works have covered every State We live through him from day to day The work he did in us will stay. —Margaret F. Chavers Lee Chapel A. M. E. Junior Missoinary Society Nashville, Tenn. SNAPPY STORIES ES TURNED DOWN One of the churches in a small West- ern town has a young woman for its pastor. She was called to the door of the parsonage one day and saw there a much embarrassed young farmer of German descent. “Dey said the minister lifed in dis house,” he said. “Yes,” replied the fair pastor. “Vell, I want to get merrit.” From all reports, letters and “To get married? Very well, I can |information received from the Reverend marry you.” Dr. J. W. Jarvis, the African Metho- “ LS 4 Oh, but I got a girl already,” was | dist venture in Cuba is moving steadily the disconcerting reply. ee THE FIRST CHURCH GARY “LOOKIN’ AFTER DE YOUNG Gary, Indiana LAMBS” eee Fa, By Mrs. Marie M. Cook A minister was accused by his| The First Church, Gary is one of official board of paying too much attention to the young girls of the con- gregation. He explained in this way: “You see, breddern, I’se de shepherd of de flock, and I was just lookin’ after de young lambs.” “Well, parson,” said one of the dea- cons, “hereafter yo’ let de ewes alone and look after de rams.” the leading churches in the Chicago Conference and is moving on with the new man of God, Rev. Lewis A. McGhee as shepherd. We are thankful to the good Bishop Gregg and the most spledid Presiding Elder S. R. Maguinez for their careful selection, diligent search and cooperative spirit manifested in us in appointing a pastor to fill the vacancy of the late Rev. J. W. Edghhill, who passed November 12, 1939, and whose ‘place was hard to fill. Notwithstanding. the bitter cold Sunday, the First Church was packed to its uttermost capacity to greet the new pastor, Rev. Lewis A. McGhee and his family. Every department of the church was, at their post of duty; the senior choir and gospel chorus were at their best singing anthems, spirituals and hymns which were full of the sp’ The presiding elder presented the new preacher with dignity and eloquence, after which Rev. Lewis Mc- Ghee delivered a heart stirring sermon on “Love and how to love.” The same was well taken, full of the spirit, inspi- ration and enriching to the soul. Amens and hallelujahs were heard as the new man of God gave to them his message from God. Rev, Lewis McGhee has already as- sured us that he is a Christian gentle- man, an efficient scholar, a silver tongued orator, a financier and a good shepherd, and the officers and mem- bers of the church have pledged their most hearty support to work side by side in helping him to put the pro- gram of the church over in a spiritual, P. E. WOMACK EXPELLED! BE IT KNOWN to the Presid- ing Elders and ministers of the Tenth Episcopal District and to the Church at large, that the Rev. P. E. Womack has been EX- PELLED from the A. M. E. Church, and hence, not to be ad- mitted into any of our pulpits. Done this 3rd day of January, A. D. 1940. Signed, GEO. B. YOUNG Bishop. Waco, Texas Jan, 12, 1940. 4 i cetensennRR RRR A. M. E. SUNDAY SCHOOL ' ful progress made by the District this Havana, Cuba forward. A foundation is being laid | makes his report at the Detroit Gener:| upon which we hope to build. Confi-| Conference. In this work Bishop dent are we that Superintendent Jarvis | Reverdy C. Ransom is deeply interes: d will be given rapt attention when he | numerical and a financial way for the glory of God. We ask your prayers for the success of the church for the ensuing year. Rev. Lewis A. McGhee has started on his way to success when he has already paid off an old con- ference bill to the widow of the late Rev. J. W. Edghill. » presence and gave us a very intere and inspiring talk. Mrs. D. H in her usual delightful manner pressed her deep appreciation fc occasion given in her honor a splendid co-operation given her women. In a masterful address op Sims congratulated all for t operative spirit of the Presiding and pastors, the ministers’ wive splendid organization and many similiar organizations thruout the trict. Closing with the hope th: the future, we would continue to ¥ together for succéss and that all \ have a happy and prosperous N: A delicious turkey dinner was serve The following presentations made: To Careve Davana, daughter ‘ Bishop and Mrs. Sims, by Mrs. J L. Brown, to Mrs. E. E. Sims, mother 0! the Bishop, by Mrs. Olive Drummonds to Mrs. Mayme Sims, wife of the op, by Mrs. Edna Gullins; to B D. H. Sims, by Mrs. Catherine © 1 er. Grateful responses were made Y each. Presiding Elder and Mrs ate terson spared no pains in making the occasion a highlight of the season : —Catherine H. Ivey CHRISTMAS PARTY The Ministers’ Wives of the West Phila. District gaye their Annual Christmas Party in honor of Mrs. | Mayme A. Sims at the home of Pre- siding Elder and Mrs, I. N. Patterson, 4036 Spring Garden St., Phila., Thurs., December 28th. from six to nine. Col- orful decorations here and there be- spake the joy and cheer of the season. Mrs. Catherine H. Ivey, Wayne, Pa. presided. Mesdames Edna D. Gullins and Blanche Martin were hostesses. The program was in charge of Mrs. J. W. Hudson. She presented the min- isers of the District who’gave short ad- dresses complimentary of the work of the District. Solos were rendered by | Mesdames Preston and Blanche Martin | .and a reading by Olive Drummonds. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION The entire evening was filled with thanksgiving and praise for the wonder- 1940 Christian Recorder 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please find enclosed $1.50 for r° newal of my Christian Recorder subscription. Quadrennium under the leadership of Bishop D. H. Sims and the success at_ tending the efforts of the organization of the ministers’ wives and associated bodies under the supervision of Mrs. D. Hi Sims. Rev. Yancey L. Sims, brother of the Bishop, brot greetings and good wishes from Metropolitan Church, New York City. Mother E.|] City ... E. Sims graced the occasion’ by her | tn P , Street or box .....--.---0000' olga. UARY, 8 1940 E. LEAGUE and chapels, and employ teachers, Preachers, and other leaders, e Fifth Junior : I am the printing press, : Print leaflets books, charts, and cards, carry the message o; i Make Our Country Christian | knowledge, I ae ee pina waiting people. What people read has large influence on what they do. If our country: is to be won for Christ I : ‘ must.do my full work. the Meeting Sixth Junior, and others: The pa- vance of the meeting, to some|geant may be prolonged and made uniors may be assigned these | more effectiye, by having the city, the fons as the basis for discussion| country community, justice, good will | their report are made: (1) When] for all races, and similar features which nation be said to be “for Christ”? | have relation to the winning of the S$ our nation now really “for| nation for Christ. When all have con- ? (3) If our nation may cor-| cluded, the points they have made may be called Christian, how may] be used.as the starting points for dis- © our part toward keeping it so? | cussion among the Juniors. our country is not Christian] Some Questions what steps may be taken to make 1. Do you think there will be poor Christ? people if our country is won for Christ ? the Worship Service 2. If our country was “for Christ,” | Prayer of thankfulness may be pre-| could it also be for war? -Why? by the Juniors’ statements of] 3. Is a nation to be governed by the nt evidences of the influence of} same rules of goodness as apply to one it in our country. The things they| of its citizens? ention ill be many churces, the | Daily Verses suse of the Bible, public services] M.Feb. 5. Can our country be like worship, laws establishing the Sab- Israel?—Deut. 7 :6-8a. bath day, and the like. For all these} T. Feb. 6. Righteousness is necessary. ngs God should be thanked. Prov. 14:34. prayer for pressing needs may] W., Feb. 7. Striving for peace. kewise be preceded by the making|’ Mic. 4:1-5. Of a list by the Juniors. In mentioning |T., Feb. 8. Nations healed by Christ. things that are unlike Christ they will Rey. 22:1-4. include widespread gambling, games of |i'., Feb. 9. Individuals must come. ‘chance, races, lotteries; the use of in-|, Matt. 8:19-22. toxicating drink in homes, at public|S., Veb. 10. Families must come. gatherings, and in taverns and tap Josh, 24:15. rooms; the employment of children of |Sun. Fed. 11 Topic—2. Our Nation tender years and undeveloped bodies for Christ.—Psalm 122; 33:12. in hard labor; unfair treatment of Ne- —Christian Endeavor World. _gtoes, Jews, Mexicans and other racial ee oups, and the like. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA low Can Our Nation Be Won for Christ? The West Florida Annual A. M. E. ‘To make vivid for the Juniors several | Conference was called to order by Rt. s of activity there should be pre-]| Rev. H. Y. Tookes, Bishop, at Allen ented a brief but carefully planned| Chapel A. M. E. Church, Pensacola, ageant, showing some things which | Florida. d to be done. The parts can be| After devotional services the Bishop ken by Junior boys and girls. The]introduced the Rev. F. C. Sanchez to ) owing suggestions are brief, but|preach the Annual Sermon, which was tuld be expanded according to local] enjoyed by the conference. The confer- ds. ence was addressed by the Bishop in First Junior (marching to center from|a most fatherly way, which electrified side door or side aisle): I represent|the entire audience. public school which brings educa-| The Bishop then proceeded with n to all of our country’s children. |the organization as follows: Rev. E. - our nation is to be won for Christ |Hanley, Chief Secretary; J. R. Davis, re must be complete and widespread | Recording Secretary; J. H. Tunsell, jucation. An ignorant nation cannot | Statistical Secretary; J. S. Johnson, be a truly religious nation. Reporter to Circular Press; and Rev. Second Junior: I am the Holy Bible. |W. H. Torrence, Reporter to Christian am found in many homes, but too] Recorder. : Often my pages are not turned, too often| The following ministers were present good words are not read. I am}and introduced: Revs. Frank Madison found in almost all the churches, but|Reid of St. Louis; D. B. Thorpe of not always taught in the best way.| Va.; Foxall of Tenn.; G. E. Curry, lo not go as often to the public school | Manager of A. M. E. Book at might wish. Penn.; W. P. Mitchell, Peers . Third Junior: I am the simple|der, of Tallahassee, Florida ; M ; ; ssage of the Gospel of Christ. I]Akery of Florida; H. E. Daniel o i Presiding Elder of Madison tve an appeal to men, women, and | Florida, ig of Florida ldren, and especially to all who are| District; A. L. Bennett aren in the ways of sin. I havea large | Presiding Elder of Tallahassee Dis : : . : isti: T. h Pastor of Bethel, Talla- in making our nation Christian, | N. Z. Gra am, Wie ender it I cannot play that part myself. | hassee, Florida; Dr. W. x Sead ‘ourth Junior: I am money—small| of Florida, Dean of brats . money, like nickles and dimes, but large | Waters College; Dr. A. : mcelosy oney, too, with big figures on my Florida, Assistant yaad A Miche e and back, I must come from the | Edward Waters aoe a in ckets of many Christians in the form|of Florida, hee of Ne “ ite missionary gifts, for then I can|Edward Waters College; &- it ona iN ida, Presiding Elder of ect schools and hospitals, churches | of Florida, Pr Pe PIC FOR FEBRUARY 11 Nation for Christ Ps. 122; 33:12 THE CHRISTIA N RECORDER y pcrvntc District and Candidate for Pp in 1940, who preached the Thanksgiving sermon, which brought to the conference a message of Thanks- giving. Professors Ira T, Bryant of Tenn. and E. A. Selby of Penn. All reports showed an increase. The conference was greeted with the pres- ence of the esteemed wife of the bishop, Mrs. H. yY. Tookes; A. E. Heath, the State President of W. H. and F. Missionary Society and Mrs. A. B. Williams of Jacksonville, Florida, State President of A. C. E. Leagues, The bishop announced that Friday would be given to the “Missionary De- partment which was presided over by Mrs. Lula B. Walker, the Conference Branch President, assisted by the Dis- trict and Local President. Friday Night—Educational Night— President C. S. Long, Jr. of E. W. C, Jacksonville, Florida, and Dr. W. G. Alexander were principal speakers. Lhe collection was ‘taken to the amount above $100.00, which was an increase. The delegates elected to the general conference were: Revs. J. S. Johnson and J. M. Wise. Tranfers: The Rey. T. C., Kelly, transferred. from the N. E. Conference to the West Florida Conference, ap- pointed Presiding Elder of Apalachi- PAGE SEVEN George A. Singeton, Editor of our oldest Church Paper. I wish to say at this writing that the Brothers looked in the right di- rection of election of delegates to our coming general conference. Was the outstanding Dr. J. W. Hall, who is a candidate for the Bishopric. He is ripe in experience and a leader among men; so give him your vote and jn- fluence. You will make no mistake in electing this worthy man to this lofty office “of our great church, for he is a Christian gentleman, and is alright because the West Tennessee Confer- ence has elected him as their leader. Another man I great want to call your attention to is Dr. D, L. Wither- spoon, who is looking well to the evening of our ministerial lives. After many years of toil and suffering to build up our Zion, this great man feels that we too should still have a living. After reading a letter from Rev. Shelto on his bed of affliction, who in these trying hours must have many _heart- aches, this has made me think more serious over the thought of Ministers Pension. The Mail Carrier, School Teacher, R. R. Employees are all re- tired on a Pension, Why not the poor old A. M. E. Preachers. On A Living Pension. Brethren, give to this great cola District; Rev. I. S. Roundtree, transferred from N. E. Conference to West Florida Conference, appointed pastor of St. Paul Station, Apalachi- cola, Fla.; Revs. J. S. Johnson, H. H. Zeiglar, F. C. Sanchez, B. J. Franklin transferred to East Florida Conference; Rev. J. H. Tunsell transferred to the Florida Conference, stationed at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, Madison, Fla.; Rey. A. L. Moore transferred to N. E. Conference, stationed at Bethel Sta- tion, Gainesville, Florida. The Dollar Money increase over last year was above $200.00. On account of illness of the bishop, he selected Rey. B. G. Dawson to preach the Ordination Sermon, who so ablely proved himself equal to the task, after which the bishop proceeded with the Ordination of the Rev. S. C. Sanchez and C. C. Clastine, who were ordained elders. The bishop then proceeded in read- ing the appointments: Revs. J. M. Wise appointed presiding elder of Mariana District; R. W. Whitehurst, presiding elder of Pensacola District; T. C. Kelly, presiding elder of Apala- chicola District; J. W. Walker, pre- siding elder of Panama City District Rev. E. Harley pastor Bethel Station, Pensacola, Florida; Rey. N. H. Leath, St. James Station, Marianna, Florida ; Rey. J. R. Davis, Bethel Station, Pana- ma City, Florida; Rev. L. R. Robinson, St. Paul Station, Blountstown, Florida, River Junction, Florida; Friendship Station, Rev. J. A. Porter; Apalachi- cola Circuit, Rev. W. H. Torrence; Greensboro Circuit, Rev. J. A. Pierce; Oak Grove Station, Rev. A. Yates; St. Joseph Station, Rev. G. R. Taylor, De- funiak Springs, Florida. REV. W. H. TORRENCE MEMPHIS, TENN. The Sixty-nineth Session of the West Tennessee Annual Conference has closed, which was quite a success. Lead on by the great Hero, Rt. Rev, E. J. Howard. Many distinguished visitors were present, including our own Dr. !'man your vote and influence, for he is looking just right. I can never forget in 1938 when my health had given down, the two big hearted brethren, Dr. J. W. Hall and Dr. D. L. Wither- spoon, when I was weak I could not do justice to my service, they came to my rescue; bringing funds from their churches and brought their mem- bers and preached for me, helping me to make a round report in conference So these two men are worthy of any consideration, for they are brotherl and will do the thing that Let ‘us rally around Brothers. God bless you all. REV. W. G. SANDERS is rig EDWARD CHAPEL Coldwater, Miss. Our first quarterly conference was held here December 31, 1939 with the Reverend R. C. Perry, presiding elder of the Senatobia District, officiating Rev. Perry delivered a powerful ser- mon Stinday morning and Sunday night. Dr. Perry, who succeeded Rev Wallace Jones on this district, made an everlasting impression on the peo- ple of Coldwater and the*neighboring communities. Rev. Thomas J. Brown, who recently succeeded Rev. J. M. Campbell here as pastor of Edward Chapel, had every- in tact. Reports went oyer in a big way. Rey. Perry was paid out. The Presiding Elder held a Minis- terial Council on Monday at 10:00 a. m. The meeting well attended by ministers and laymen throughout the district. $100.00 was raised. The district conference will be held at Edward Chapel in April. I, A. BALTON, Missionary President thing was Established 1890 Telephone EVErgreen 2678 JAMES H. IRVIN FUNERAL DIRECTOR Sacred Care of the Dead 743 N. 47th St. Philadelphia ===== DSC09045.JPG ===== __THE CHRISTIA = rn. The Church CREPE EERE EEE REE EEE REE REE REE ae eS N RECORE MISSIONARY FACTS, FIGURES, | our foreign field have been enlisted and | Certainly a new technic is needed for AND FACTORS it is astonishing, nothing short of amazing, indeed, the results they have achieved with pitiful resources. Many of them have been shamefully treated, until the thought intrudes, how long can we expect this kind of service with the sort of thing we do for them? Missionaries in our service have not only suffered personal privations for themselves and their families but those in residence more often than we like to think of have, in their effofts toward maintaining the dignity of our church, jeopardized their own property and too often have lost all they have for future security. Does anybody care? Is any- one interested? There is little place in my heart to criticize the Secrétary of Missions for the way in which the money in his office is used, but I do think that he should make it his first job to see that this church becomes seh- sitive to the needs of its missionariés. Then the Secretary of Missions should be the cement of the mission- I have before me the October 5, 1939 re i ak o ary structure. Only too often there is issue of the CHRISTIAN RECOR-|yo strong tie-up between _ brilliant DER, preserved because of the article |senieyement and a successful’ carry- of Rey... John L. Mims headed “The | through. The church will never have Secretary of Missions Makes a Re-| another Bishop Sampson Brooks, nor SB pO: intelligent digest |j, it likely soon to see a piece of work and well worth perusing, but its chief |t, equal his. His to inspire and build, interest for me lies in the occurence of enough surely for any one man, but a churchman taking time out to think | With no’ placement as to leer ee othe sapien Pe work at all. Our plans for conservation, this brilliant church is not missionary-minded so far beginning soon dulled into failure. And as the conduct of the work is concern- now Bishop R. R. Wright is topping “t: ee acta: at ee agree with his vast store of learning and exper- everything that Rev. Mims says tO |ience in things sociological and eco- welcome an opening of the subject of | nomic with the beginnings of splendid “se ara plans in South Africa. What can be From the report of the Secretary Of | done in four short years is now being Missions he makes the deduction that splendidly achieved by him, but ven : > out of every dollar collected for mis-|hefore this is printed he likely will be sions by the secretary, seventy-five |home for good. Brother Secretary of cents goes for expense. That, of | y¢:.<ions, what then? : course, is far ahead of the old mission- s Ree ary slogan that “it takes a dollar to The Secretary of Missions should act send a dollar.” In parenthesis I might |@S the balance wheel. When the say that for many years we women fathers of the church wish to reach out were proud to say that this was untrue |for strange adventure, interesting and in-our case. As things stand now, I |8!amorous, there should be his quiet would say that personally. most of us “Wait, brethren, until this job already feel that Dr. L. L. Berry himself is |Under way has been given comfortable just about all right. He finds himself, |Solution;” sad_indeed have been some however, in a situation not of his own | Of the commentaries of our men in the making but one inherited from all the field, fighting ignorance, disease, voodo- blunders “of many administrations. | ism, poverty, craving for the very life Many pleasant things can be said of |of their work a mere pittance of what the administration of the present in- |is so lightly spent in new and peculiar cumbent of the missionary office and I | Ways- ¢ f have said some of them in print but] If anybody cared, really cared, for certainly we all know that the mission- | missions, long ago the need would have ary work is the step-child of the A. M. |been discovered for competent distri- E. Church and I do not believe that our | bution of the missionary load. In the secretary is doing all that he might do | name of all that goes for common sense, about it. The first and most elemental} why should the women of five or six need is to make the church missionary- } districts do ALL the missionary work minded. He has fifty-two weeks four] of the great A. M. E. Church, while times a quadrennium to try his hand at |the other districts with their teeming this. Who cares about missions and | conferences, should be handed one field, missionaries anyway? And that is just | South Africa, WHICH IS NOT NOW too bad. Of all missionary boards of |AND NEVER HAS BEEN A MIS- any church or any race ours has been | SION FIELD? I do not know the fig- the most favored in its workers. With] ures now, but for a while the budget of no cost to us for their preparation |the Parent Mite Missionary Board was numbers of men have come to us al-|twenty thousand a year under which ready educated by other boards, at-|they staggered as well as they could, tracted by the fact of our being of | while that of the Woman’s Home and their race and perhaps giving to them a| Foreign was five thousand and they feeling of justifiable race pride. In| very lightsomely passed over even do- this and in other ways the: workers of !ing that! DOVIE KING CLARKE “ the missionaty fotces of our chtirch. And again Attention! Brother Secre- tary of Missions! Who is to hand out Some months ago wheti in our church papers-a ftiew Missionary ofganization was announced I flew to my typewriter with the intention of tapping ot an indignant protest. Atd then catite the sobering thought that, after all, this new movement was not a whit different from the mattier in which most of oti missionary work has been ‘started: the Mites started by a few devoted women meeting in a house in Washington, D. C. After they had gotteh off to a good start, Bishop Payne had the good thought to start tributaries iti the Third District and so the conference branches were givén birth. Then up in Michi- gan the then Presiding Bishop of that district, H. M. Turner, thought to help the General Missionary Board by starting a women’s organization and naming it the Woman’s Home and Foreign Missionary Society. From then on Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, and others were sometimes in the fold of the Mites and sometimes in the newer group, Florida holding out until the past few years. Until now anybody having what seems a good thought has gone to work on jt and so what!! Brother Secretary of Missions, don’t you think it is time for the church to do what it never has done, to have 4 unified organization for the serious work of missions? No, I certainly do not mean throwing the two worten’s organizations together, in that way cer- tain disaster lies. But there should be a clean stripping down of everything and starting from the ground up. I don’t know how, but I am sure that you do, lacking perhaps only the cour- age to do it. Why should some of us strive so hard for the work while others do almost nothing? Perhaps one good way would be an allottment to each district according to its strength, per- mitting direct action between that dis- trict and the mission field allotted it. If anything could stimulate interest such direct action would, and being a fifty-fifty proposition between home and- foreign work it would make for an uplook all along the line. In that way, too, many women and girls would be brought into the fold of service that are antipathetic now. And what quad- rennial conventions we would have then! And the Secretary of Missions, to guide and direct, to keep the checks and balances, would have to be a sup- erman. But how can he be a super- man when, after all, he must come up for re-election every four years? Wilberforce, Ohio. Quarterly Conference. We look SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian Recorder 1940 716 S. 19th Street : Philadelphia, Pa. Please enter my name as a new subscriber to the Christian “Re- “corder for one year. Am enclos-_ ing $1.50. 4 Name : Street or box .......ses00- pee ete eer veeseersees % | SS! the correct prescription if tot you? THE CHRISTIAN RECOR HERALDS OF A PASSION “THEY Be 7 FEBRUA DER » PAGE NINE WATCH FOR SOULS” MISSIONARY PRESIDENT > - 0. H. BENNS Dallas, Texas eral Conference Delegate Preacher of Power Je He SMITH, P. E: Ft. Worth, Texas General Conference Delegate Episcopal Committeeman MAUDE NEAL CRIGLA! Wife of the Rev. A. L. Criglar dent Missionary Society, Ori from Baltimore, African \ Church, Annapolis, Maryland She was a delegate to the W. Society Quadrennial Meeting in : Cay [ARD ALLEN—AN INSPIRA-jtop for live wires. Therefore, having TION TO YOUTH been aspired by this great man, boys and girls are not looking at resistances ~ L. PENDERGRAFF, P. E. : Brenham, Texas eral Conference Delegate Episcopal Committeeman LUCY MEDORAH HUGHES One cannot for a minute talk about African Methodism without mentioning the name of Lucy M. Hughes, president of the Women’s Home and Foreign P. D. SADDLER Austin, Texas M General Conference Delegate Missionary Society. Last year she traveled oyer our mission work in South Africa and returned with a wealth of claims. DAYTON, OHIO men “SOME LEADERS OF TEXAS AFRICAN METHODISM STATE LEADER T. JEFFERSON CLEMENT Wesley Chapel Houston, Texas Leads the State in Dollar Money Writes “Clement ” and “hopes to leave Detroit and all Com- " The inspiration that the life of an]as an unsurmountable obstacle but as | information. She was the first person |*5 Editor of The A. M. E. Review.” Last “month, Wayman 5 E idividual has on others is either better}a traction by which they are to go|in the connection to aid the Christian Church celebrated its 102nd, A r worse as a result of their work. and | forward. Recorder in observing its 91st Anni- SECRETARY ary. An ifiteresting program \ Gafluence. If the lives of boys and girls} It may be well said that he instilled | versary. At the Quadrennial Meeting ——— each night for one week. Or are betiefitted by the success of those|in us the desire to go on our own] jn Jackson she had the entire Executive R. S. JENKINS we were honored by the pr: our Bishop, the Rt. Rev. R 2a " som atid his charming wife usta the Bishop was at his best a livered an eloquent serition which wil not soon be forgotten. In the afternoon Brother Matthews was ordained to the | ate by our Bishop, assisted 5 L. C. Ridley, G. W. Williams dletown, Ohio who preached the nation sermon. Culminating this grand cel was a lovely banquet held in t! tion room of the Church. sponsored by Mr. H. P. the trustees of Wayman. T dies beautifully gowned = in clothes were hostesses to th affair, which was closed with time) © marks by our pastor, Rev. P. A.‘ chols Mrs. Daniel W. Cannon and culinary artists of Wayman s? pains in making the menu app" and delicious. f The last Sunday in the old ye*" W Quarterly meeting at Wayman T. D. Scott, our new Presidin preached a soul-stirring sermon" on Wednesday evening held « ho have paved the way, they are |resources; to tax our own mental pow- | Board subscribe to the “Mother Organ.” nd to be. There is no power that|er, both of government and support. | Lucy M. Hughes hopes that Texas will deprive them of the good that We do not have to look on any other |have-the honor of giving the church mies from the service they render;|race for our Ministerial instructions. |the first female General Officer in its wwise, none that may protect them | Boys and girls have looked forward | jong history. the harm that may come from |to their own studies, their own Leagues “Service not rendered. and Sunday Schools, and all religious the life of Richard Allen stands out instructions and support. In conclu- nently as a “Guiding Light for sion I must say: How could any boy and Girls of Yesterday and To-|or girl evade great inspiration from ” His personality was like a fine-|such a leader. Let us go to all the nt diamond that has reflected a|great Cities of the United States and tude of color flashes on boys and | follow up this great Christian Connec- tion, We will find Churches and va- the Fath-|rious seats of learning. How could we ever hesitate to see Our children and youth under culture of educated men and women giving the pledge of minds that has caused the world to know that he still lives in them? Richard Allen is not dead. His body is at rest while his inspiration lives not only in the heart of every girl and boy of his Religious Connection but he stands as a monument to every individual of the Negro ‘Race. of the 1924. for generations. lichard Allen was not only and Founder of the African Metho- I piscopal Convention of the United res but the extent of the conven- | through his instrumentality, and preachers who were ordained and ‘out by him, has reached from coast st, thus inspiring girls and boys nly in the United States, but to Foreign Islands as well as the of Africa. chard Allen was born a slave to njamin Chew of. Philadelphia. He h his mother and father and four “children were sold into Dela- State. There he remained until s twenty-one. It is therefore rio s that Mr. Allen had to over- et i, Dee ee seen ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH “THE CHURCH THAT SERVES” -. TROY, OHIO The first Quarterly Conference of the St. James A. M. E. Church was held r. S ae ott aNA B, PUGH difficulties and surmount many Meh at 720 PB: M. by ee i cles to reach his goal. And with- | on December _ a ie SLRAE = eee tuestion, his works as 2 founder the a8 A eana aah Sake bese 1e African Methodist Convention Elder of t The ene io Annual Conference. seh tas well pleased HELP WANTED Male and Female s that he was a man who knew Fem to stick to ideals. Presiding Elder was Very k San Antonio, Tex: ae and remarked at the improvement ove dism in Texas. General General Conference One of the landmarks of African Metho- Has been Secretary Conference since CONNECTIONAL CHARACTER A key man in the General Conference. Resistances for Richard Allen every- ere and jn all things apparent. By © Guiding Light of our Maker, he} that able to leave great inspiration for zations were : and girls to realize that if there ‘been coming ‘i : no resistances in Life and Relig- | and membership ae PereEweuidiiel noleroom at the |condition for son! Send one dollar for membe ae Member-Agents wanted “er - where. Salary $25.00 weekly advance. in fact it was reported |. yeral organi- f the severa Aaa Soon tant | Church has ta serra the leadership of our new pastor, Clifford Wesley Gordon. the reports, the reports © , the best since roy. The Chu nas been in a very poo: The Church Rev. jn need of repair but our hope the St. World’s Relief Societ¥ Box 309 Muskogee, Okla. = We ken on new life under will continue its the} ing the coming year James A. M. E, Church brilliant progress dur- MRS. JOHN KIRTLEY ===== DSC09046.JPG ===== News At A Glance MRS. J. A. DAMES’ MOTHER RUSSIAN SURGEONS USE CORPSE’S SKIN FOR HEAL- ING WOUNDS MOSCOW—(UP)—Newspapers ported today that physicians have work- ed out a method of treating wounds with the skin of corpses. Chemically treated skin from persons not long dead could be grafted on a wound, it was said, and pain would be relieved within three hours. Wounds ‘BRIDE,’ 10 CONS BIBLE TO BE BETTER WIFE JACKSONVILLE, Fla—Mrs. G. C. Bennet, 2001 Steele St., passed at her} ATHENS, (Q—(AP)—Ten-year-old home Wednesday, January 17, She|Mary Alice Limberg, was the widow of the late Rey. A. J.| marriage to a young Bennett for many years a prominent | ordered annulled, clu clergyman in the East Florida Confer-| Bible her husband gave her fo: mas as she packed for a trip to the Mrs. Bennett is survived by ten child. | Ohio Girls Industrial School near Dela- ren, four of whom are teachers jn other | ware. Parts of the state. One of her daught- ers is Mrs. Minnie L. Dames, the] her years in the school studying to be wife of the Rev. J. A. Dames of Pasa-|a better wife to Charles Schall, 21, when dena, Calif. Mrs. Dames was formerly |they remarry. Schall, starting a one- a dieitian of Homer G. Phillips Hospital| year term in the Nelsonville Jail, pro- in St. Louis, Mo. where Rev. Dames| mised to “wait” for the girl from was the pastor of St. James A. M. E. | whom he was se Church for more than ten years. Mrs. Dames arrived here Thursday, accompanied by Mrs. Ruby D. Langs-] SLAYER BOILS BODY OF ton to attend the funeral which will be held Monday at St. Paul A. M. E. Saturday. BUCHAREST—(AP) — Gendarmes heard. that John Hulka was having trouble with his mother-in-law. They broke into his house at Coloran today and found her body boiling in a large kettle. Hulka was arrested on re_)a murder charge. BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND | SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS CHOIR HATS VESTMENTS CHURCH HANGINGS EMBROIDERIES YARD GOODS TRIMMINGS STOLES ACADEMIC CAPS GOWNS AND and Neu Failles National Academic Cap and Company 821 - 23 Arch Street Send for New Catalogs. CHRISTIAN. healed within 15 days, jt was said. flavor of ice cream. Somewhat The newspapers reported success | cantaloupe, and good to eat, the melon and also in transfusing blood from corpses. | will be commercially used to flavor ice * cream and other food products. poets a LSS FORMER SLAVE. 105, 0 DAUGHTER > FORT WORTH, Tex— whose four-day Crayton, an 105-year-old ex. coal miner was|had outlived one of her y to alLucy, slave, today | of kno two children,’ es dead who collapsed recently when told of the death’ of her daughter, Clara Raleigh, 78, lives with her other daugh- ter Ann Rolla, 74, also an ex-slave. The child insisted she would spend WILBERFORCE TO DISCONTINUE ITS QUARTER SYSTEM ~ WILBERFORCE, O—Pres. D. O. Walker of Wilberforce University has announced that the school will discon- tinue the present quarter system and the change will take place at the open- ‘ool in the, fall of September, parated in a courtroom MOTHER-IN-LAW] °4 special committee was appointed by Pres. Walker to make a compre- hensive study of the matter, and reports that in view of the attendant circum- stances the number of students enter- ing quarters is not large enough to justify the continuation of the present quarter arrangement to facilitate the } corn syrup, ingress and agress of students during tion of foodstuffs. President Walker states if system was continued eight additional teachers would have to belcan be produced considerab! employed and under the new system|than corn syrup, chiefly bec only four additional names will be added potatoes can be to the college faculty. E. Stout, of Washington { gineering, says the sweet Potato developed after three years of re: is of industrial significanc Promises to compete succes ICE CREAM MELON GROWN IN| the quarter OGDEN, Utah (UP)—A new variety of melon developed by Arthur Combe is : Fi South Y : a double delight—it features also the puubeme alates than corn on the average corn lands COOK WON’T EAT CAKE yerted into starch, he says, ¢ CONCORD, N. H—(UP)—In the 42 cessing costs of converting the years Fred Smith has been a pastry Jinto syrup are about equal. cook for a Concord hotel, he probably has turned out several million rolls,| being water-white after puri muffins, doughnuts, cakes, pies and|concentration. The sweet pota’ puddings—but he never eats any. “I| however, compares favorabl\ don’t want any,” he says, “I see too ness with high grade corn s) |many of them.” SOUTH AFRICA GETS OWN MINT | ments that sweet potato : methods similar to those u CAPETOWN, South Africa—(UP)— } commercial production of corr South Africa is soon to have its own by heating a suspension o mint under the Union Government. The existing Royal Mint at Pretoria|ties of hydrochloric acid. will cease to be a branch of the British Mint. The Union Government is pre-| presented to industry with no to commercialize it for his ow ~ He predicts the discovery wi! ™ UGANDA HAS CLAIM AS CRADLE | far-reaching effects upon Souther s* culture and industry. water in the presence of sm paring a bill to that effect. JOHANNESBURG—(UP)—Uganda, in Eastern Equatorial Africa, has a strong claim to be the cradle of the ‘CHARLES H. CHEW, Jr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR - 2121-23-28 Christian St, Phila. SING GOSPEL SONGS V'l Tell It Wherever 1 Go—10c Precious Lord, Take My ‘ PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA ‘We carry a complete line of Crosses, Communion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin Boards, Hymn Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, etc. Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands. ter spending § east alae Prohaet Lowe, director of the bureg ology, is firmly convinced ay a Professor Lowe Visited ine the discoveries made ae ago E, J. Wayland, gealogical surveys, “As a result of th pod Afterra, oy Work a gr al of man in Fescds is plete from the end of ‘ie Period, that is, more ee. least. Uganda has ver: remains than any other P na mil Y much Part o ——— SWEET POTATOES YIE SYRUP po ee Scientist Says Discopery w; i Great Effect on South’ - SE LOUIS—(UP)—Devel,, a new industry for the Sout here as the result of the Produes for the first time of a commer from sweet potatoes by Dr Dr. Stout, professor of che: widely used in the Can Be Cheaper He asserts the sweet pot: grown After the vegetables havc | Both syrups are alike a Explains Method Dr. Stout says he proved b; Dr. Stout says the discovery SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER THE FINAL TRIBUTE It is eminently fitting that tH “parting tribute to a loved o™ should be beautiful—and a necessary hat it be free from"! possible embarrassment. Intelligent study ‘of func” directing problems and y¢"s g experience enable us to ‘lit? you of the trying responsibilities of the funeral arrangements, “4 to perform them in 2 ea that will win your approval * appreciation. ~ WALER C. BECKETT a 216 W. Coulter St. Phils. ° Phone: Ger. 0585 a have sustained a great loss—gi than we now express. As we now have no Missionary paper, we do thank the editor of this great papery our first paper of our great A. M. E. Church, for allowing us space to record to the memory of a true Missionary aid leader. We cannot for- get dear Sistet Brookins. Ofessor vc - mpbell 1940, Jan, 27 KS rt you left us ne g : You have helped us, Oy “You have proved tried and true— And when with sorrows we are beset ; There will come to us memories of you. iled to do your best, s true and tender, hard for all of us and Daughter-in-law ht, St., Providence, R. I. LD Ney Y OF REV. JOHN W. 8 Indust If we could forget. Iam sure, we will not. From the Missionary Society per LALLA M. JOHNSON. to be with God hope to join him round the throne od in the highest € we are safe at home. PASSINGsOF THE LATE 8. L. M. BROOKINS eeds be poor, let them rest + them float upon the unknown if to man, they yield a guiding en, let them live with things of firs. M. L. Brookins, having served ery position or office in the A. M. hurch until her death, has fought d nobly, especially for the mis- cause. Hier deeds, as they de- jould receive proud recompense more tangible way, than to ‘ew. tears on her remains. jefraud the illustrious dead of hhtful reward; for if we should, ike away from coming genera¢ strongest incentive to Church fo the love of service for His in recall the Christianly service Brookins in our Missionary x ot only in our local meetings, te and general conferences. erved us in the most menial est and each time with dig- gave to the race and church, lant daughters, who preceded death, but I do not intend to . extensively upon her life as @ trust, has been done; but as fies in the State of Oklahoma, | that, since, in her last mo- conditions of weather etc. were ature, that few were able to ir due reverence, it would not line, to say a few words in : Those who consecrate]the busy walks 0 s and lives to Christianity | ported to the glory wor se nd cour: i Individuals, | have lost er i Tae mewchaneha tiie am, she goes on. fie memories of the i i fa iti al Gee go back to the “leftover”, God that made them still “forgotten. Now as to the leftovers,” let me disa- buse your minds in the start of any awkward thinking as to may meaning. In general, we have reference to som of the leaders who attended the last | tha General Conference, and i ; sense, we are speaking concerning th were aspiran es in the General Church at ‘conference almost a quad_ : last General C ae ith 3 t | hard worker. hart ts and candidates Some of th the last General Conference have qui f time and have re- ot be forgotten. who had an opportunity to|the good ol posterity a vivid illustration }an ever rolling stre: er seryices—have done so, if | would not refresh ‘say that no funeral pomp nor |hereft families w silogy can do for her memory, | of many wh she has not done for it herself. |¢hem and who ss to Mrs. Brookins, ho suffered the when | the church, by c@ us last, in her annual duties, | ones who passe at I may ¢ell you, that the|the last Get uninistry, laity, school and home, | and are tookin There was a time, when most of the ministers before thee did bow But thy fame and help are half for- We pray that good memory may ever MEN AND THINGS By J. S. Benn, Jr. Sheffield, Ala. 1d, while others age to continue I lost ar and dear t also high up in fling the names of t since the sitting © 1 Conference but, ig forward to the comin: he ORDER ar ences AK 9 i pee a eater | General Conference in Detroit with aspi- rations and high hopes of the realiza- tion of them this time, the Lord and the brethren being their helpers. I re- member~quite well the article I sent to the church press shortly after the ad- journment of the ’36 General Confer- ence in which I pled to the “leftovers” who were candidates to not die but live and run again the next four years; and, perhaps, the Lord would bless them the next time; true enough, some of us are still living and are candidates Playing up the “left- overs” as a ball team plays in an en- gagement on a diamond, the following was their status and classification: for the bishopric, Dr. J. L. Butler had got- ten near the home base when all of a sudden, something happened, and he didn’t score, but he is still knocking at Drs, Wright and Howard were the runner ups in the next ending, and each made a four base hit, so the umpires of the ballot box pronounced safe and ordered their names placed on the score board. There were several who played on the bishopric team in ’36 but failed to score. G. T. Stinson, J. Gomez, W. H. Griffin, D. Ward Nichols, R. B. Smith, T. J. “The Forgotten Men and the Leftovers” | Miles, E. A. Adams, F. M. Reid, A. J. Allen, J. S. Johnson C. S. Long, “Awake thou that sleepeth and arise!L. L, Butler and J. E. Beard. from the dead, and Christ shall give thee] all got as far as the second base but, light.” In the early days of the present |they weére left in the running. Drs. Roosevelt’s administration the phrase,]C. P. Cole, J. J. Morant, Durden, “forgotten man” was quoted frequently | Walker, A. D. Avery, S. Sh Morris, in his speeches to the nation. So much|D. O. Walker, A. O. Wilson, Driver, so that, whenever it is seen in print}I. H. Bonner, J. W. Hall, E. E. Tyler, he is associated with the term. Not-|H. E. Walden, Haithcock, J. W. Hair, withtanding his addresses were directed | Thornton and others, all of whom made to the citizens of America, there as] good hits but failed to score. Only the milions of ‘peoples who are still “for-] score counts in a ball game. gotten” one way or the other in our|game proceeded to close, there were naticn. In every walk of life, there are| those who stood on the field while to be found hewoes whose acts of great-| others sat in the grand stand and watch- ness have never been heralded. There}ed the players play, but, they have are blaze trailers and path finders whose] joined the various teams for 1940 de- work and worth have never been ap-|claring that they are better players. praised and whose value to the organiza- | Some of them are: Drs. Gibbs, aig tion or institution, will doubtless, never | Collins, A. Wayman Ward, J. S. John- be known because of their own modesty | son of Pa., Allen Cooper, Bebcoces J. or intimidation. So like Queen Esther} B. Carter ,Dr. Davis of Soph y in the case of Mordecai, except some-|H. Clayborn, George W. Baber, R. E. one is generous enough to ampify the Brogdon a true worth and work of our great men, | nection Ww t women in the church and state, a a good job of t freee vi ir sacrificing andjagainst running y ae ee ee this aod is| gift of the church, whether you are a or a new member on the "AGE ELEVEN | to run against Dr. Wilson for the Western Recorder for he is doing a big job to keep it going. Dr. L. L. Berry and Mrs. L. M. Hughes both know the Missionary game and each expect a home run in 40. The game in the Church Extension Department, from the present set up will have three mem- Drs .L. H. Hem- mingway, Rogers of Louisiana; and D. L. Witherspoon; they all are good players but "40 will tell the winner. S. S. Morris prefers to leave the A. C. E. League team for a seat with the Bishopric; the position he now holds will be taken over by one of the following three contenders: Drs. A. P. Spears, Moore or Dandridge; they alf are cracker jack players and will make the office hum #f elected. The Educational Department will hold her own, no hits, no runs, no errors. And, what shall I say for the old cream jug, the A. M bers on its team: this time to win. <. Review, the head of which is the old veteran, Dr. J. G is still on the team and is still willing to pay but, it seems that Drs. T. J. Cement and J. Brookins want to give him a seat in the.emeritus rocker and let one of them show him how to play on the Tf all of these will play ball and play a fair game, the right team will win, and the right men on each team will be promoted. New Missionary Mite Box No. 1 Price 20c each Size 54 x 6% nd others throughout the con- ho feel that they can make Since there is no law Mite Box No. 2 May be used by any department of the church or organization. Size 5% x 6% »\team, you run, that you ma In my opinion, it is not necessary for anyone to put in his application D “Book Concern’ Dr. Curry has taken care of hole side amicably and it should his as long as he wants it, but, for lishments there e connection owes Price 20c each for a position on the e]team for in a stricter | be ose this herculean accomp for | in so short a time, th the | him a debt of gratitude; the pay: which should be a seat on the bench he Bishops as he is a deserving If the former is done, vriter will inherit the Book Concern as he is the m the 36 General Conference. Singleton js a team by orge A 4 ‘ tor Georg: i run against ‘him, imself, no one wl ede A. S. Jackson, Prof , ; Williams of Florida ‘ d Dr Travis an he captain for the 4 will get together on 2 Department team. d to the bench, Drs. E. J. H. Hall of Louisiana destiny of the Southern No one will be s John is elevate ¢|C. Hatcher or 1 | will guide t g Recorder. Mrs. E. Mae Richardson 137 Mather Street Hartford Connecticut ===== DSC09047.JPG ===== a 2 ter: Notices ~ LAY DELEGATES ATTORNEY HERBERT L. DUDLEY “As Connectional President of the Laymen’s College of the African Metho- dist Episcopal Church, I am_ hereby issuing a call for a meeting of all Lay delegates and alternates, to meet in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 15, 1940, at the seat of the Bishops’ Council, to formulate plans and to discuss vital and important legislation. The meeting will be held at Big Bethel in Atlanta, OFFICIAL RO! BISHOPS AND CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL A.M.E. CHURCH February 15-17, 1940 obi : FARES TO ATLANTA, GA. or) an ae oom Pla. St. pay Round Trip Regular Round Trip Pullman One-Way i ee Pibon H. y, , 1940 to be FE pic 1 me ris nee oa Gee “Tampa, Tia "gt Cun ‘rom ist y' ” t. % New York $19.50 $26.00 $26.95 $41.85 $6.85 - 20 $24.15 James Murray, 59, _ a - Religi Philadelphia 16.80 23.30 23.25 36.70 6.05 4.60 2. Apri BFL Y. Took, deme Baltimore 14.00 20.40 19.05 31.05 5.25 4.00 art Be Delaware Conse eet Sasa a we ae pin an : fee 18.90) ford, Del, Rey ey pon the Richard Al- f : a : f 4.00 18.90 Pastor, Bishop ae, \ ‘outh and all African ; so z ‘| 17—N. ents g) re in this great spirit- Route—Pennsylvania Railroad, Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Rail- ea om Conte : past, ed & this , Ss * ‘< e i ? €rsey fe road, Seaboard Air Line Railway : Rev. A.'C. Clark Pata 4 : » © “Str, Rial it to Pray David Henry Sims, SCHEDULE ‘, % ladelphia, Pen ; Tasday FE ; i nas Ma., Zio i ine Bs y, February 13th peti ge FE May 1—Thirty-First Sil. ion to Jesus Christ i il acl tea ee sp ci -S.T. ence—Ebenezer Riis 7 Wide Revival ae : ae lnscae stee ee se bel Church, 4225 Bish: A ted Ministers and Lay- lade: ‘Pp 30th Street .... 8: Mich. Senior Bishop J 7 Washington (RF&P RR) ....10:45 PM "per, Bishop J. A ¢ SH our Hearts, Home, Na- Rich: aie id = o>. Gregg = ve (SAL RY) Wed Bee The Rey. R.'s. yc s oe . 3: : George W. Baber. Pasion ristian Church and Afri- let 8:30 AM 29—Philadelphia Conf... } Aes Atlee 3. Ur cat cas vate vs... 3:55 PM (C.S.T.) = to Pray (Wednesday—Seaboard—Breakfast and Lunch) Returning—Friday, February 16th Tov) Atlanta 255) sos chun epenesaeees 6:30 PM (C.S.T.) Hamlet (Saturday) . . 3:45 AM (E.S.T.) Raleigh .......... - 6:20 AM Richmond .. -10:07 AM fs Washington ............... 1:05 PM 3 i} Philadelphia—30th Street .... 3:49 PM id Ar’ New. Yorkies 3250 c2n si seicames seen 5:20 PM SHRERESSESTSAOTEOES Reservations made in order of application. Pullman car to leave from of which the Rev. D. T_ Babcock is |New York; for reservation make application direct to Mr. H. H? Lowber, pastor. # Please address all communications concerning this meeting to Attorney Herbert L. Dudley, at 4256 Russell Street, Detroit, Michigan. 2 GENERAL CONFERENCE BULLE- The Connectional Council of the Af- rican Methodist Episcopal Church will meet in its regular Winter session at Atlanta, Georgia in Bethel A. M. E. Church, Wednesday, February 14th at Noon. This is to be the most important meeting of the Quadrennium and all delegates, alternates, all ministers and laymembers interested in the welfare of our church and the coming General Conference should be in Atlanta at Noon Wednesday, February 14, 1940, TENN. ANNUAL STATE COUNCIL The Presiding Elders, Ministers, Con- | REV. V. M. TOWNSEND, President ference and District Officers and Lay-|2123 Cross Street, Little Rock, Ark. workers of Tennessee are called to|REV. J. D. HOWELL, Vice President meet at Jackson, Tennessee, February| 6051 Whitewood, Detroit, Michigan |1__ 28, 10:00 o’clock at Greater Bethel A. M. E, Church, Rey. Joseph R. Reed, pastor, Passenger Traffic Department, Pennsylvania Railroad, Broad Street Station, 3 Philadelphia. : = : For reservation leaving’ Washington apply to Dr. A. S. Jackson, 1541 14th 4. Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. . 3 Breakfast and lunch will be served at reasonable rates, both gomg and returning. 5 Make reservation on or before February 12th. @ For further information call George A. Singleton, Editor The Christian Recorder, KINgsley 0497. : This meeting is the Tennessee An- Announcement nual State Council. All of the above | To the Ministers, and Laity of the Afri- are expected to be present, others in- terested are invited. Fraternally yours, E. J. Howard, Bishop ings: Christ Our Lord be upon us all. Connectional Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, is called to meet in the regular Winter Session in the City of Atlanta, Georgia, Wed- The Mid-winter session of the Bishops’ Council will convene at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Atlanta, Georgia, February 15-16, 1940. The first session will open at ten o’clock, the morning of the 15th. The Rev. D. T. Babcock is the entertaining pastor. Senior Bishop Secretary BISHOP J, A. GREGG, meeting closes the Quadrennium and we may take pride in the progress made; yet there is much to be done at The problems born out of Sunday and Manager THURSDAY, FEBRU The annual sermon of | will be attended by all We re-assemble in the aft can Methodist Episcopal Church | Devotion = Throughout the Connection, Greet-|Choir __ ©! Annual address by the President Grace Mercy and truth from Jesus | Music The | “Bishop Howard’s attitud nesday, February 14th at NOON. This|Report of Committee © this meeting. We invite every candi- | Devotion : date for any place in the church every | Address by Bishop H. Y delegate ministerial and lay, and every | Music alternate to join in solving the problems | Volunteer suggestion for leg of the Church ere we reach Detroit.) Recess for noon— ladelphia, Penna, Zio, AY Church, Rey. J. L. Mins », Bishop David Henry six. | 12—New York Conferencs_ Flushing, N. Y., Rey. J, \, 5, ins, Pastor, Bishop D2 Sims. 19—New England Conteresy Providence, R. I. A Church, . The R Shack, Pastor. Bishop Sims. Call. Six minute speeche (a) Bishops (b) G Seating Delegation registration, highest others follow in ord Recess—Appointment for service made jn noon evotions ool Assembly Public Service m Hour Watch ike this Christians should sly the “Kings business.” IONARY ARRIVES THURSDAY AFTERNOON n the Bg ant case.” General Di by Rev. W. A. Lew Minutes, with three f speeches. R. R. WRIGHT, JR. ‘ight, and family, Pres. A. Wilberforce Institute, and om South Africa January Jutch Ship, the Paulon Tont. end the Council of Bishops eral Conference. The york has been very success- Other suggestions for FRIDAY MORNING atid: ERFORCE UNIVERSITY FRIDAY AFTERNOON AME te School Union, Bryant’s claim to mem- | Devotion—2 :30 ; eda of the bership in our General Conference | Final report of committee o leg eave antes _CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL which he defies, new and definite legis- | Miscellaneous—Adjournm<n' © —— in t of the + lation, charters to our Churches ete., ——_——_ 3 AFRICAN METHODIST all should be worked out at this session. QUARTERLY MEET — ier EPISCOPAL CHURCH Let no one come to contend for any- New Jersey Conference es Phy- to be held in’ thing except that which will advance Rs, ring OM ATLANTA, GEORGIA —_ Jour Church. No personal wishes or am- FEBRUARY 14, 15, and 16, 1940 5 not harmonize with the good of the Church. eae 5 PROGRAMME REV. A. CHESTER CLARK, Chief Secretary — 311 N, Montgomery St., Trenton, N. J.}2, and 10th Districts. ae Remarks by the President—Roll The First Quarterly Mee 4 W bitions are to be considered that does|New Jersey Conference Z man’s Mite Missionary °° aA held Wednesday, February’ se St. James A. M. E. ae vt Devotion conducted by members| City, New Jersey, Rev? t from the Ist, 5th, 7th, 8th| Ward, Pastor. Pe present from the 1s y Mrs cAnnie F. Vanderhors! Bi Mrs. Annie M. Col —Vocational Education— -Agriculture—Music. IERVE OFFICER TRAIN- ING UNIT North Central Association and Secondary Schools information, Write THE REGISTRAR Branch ciety ™ ier, CO" = THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE THIRTEEN J LETTERS TO THE EDITOR INTEREST IN ANTILYNCH- . ING BILL Chicago, Ill. Dear Dr. Singleto: I have just read with interest your editorial on the Anti-Lynch- ing bill. j For sometime I have been try- ing to interest the various church leaders in DOING more and TALKING less about the bill, So far, annual resolutions or some other lame stereotyped action to “go on record” as favoring the bill is as far as we have gone. In the A. M. E. Church, the min- isters, and laymen must meekly bow in humble submission to the will of the bishops. So here’s ‘hoping the bishops will decree a day on which congressmen will be swamped with requests to pass the Anti-Lynching Bill. My plan is to have all A.M.E. and A. M. E., Zion bishops, and all National Baptist presidents (either thru meeting or corres- pondence) set aside ONE Sun- day, when each member of each congregation of each denomina- tion would send a telegram to his -or her congressman, asking that the bill be passed. By sending these in large numbers, special rates can be obtained. Make these telegrams THE IMPOR- TANT thing for that particular day. Don’t take four or five col. Iections gust“ befocchands) An- mounce the effort several Sun- days ahead so people will be pres- ent and prepared . The blanks can be procured from the local telegraph offices and distributed as the telegrams are paid for. They will all be sent by one clerk from each church on the same day. Other groups obtain results through cooperative effort, why can’t we? It is quite proper that the church, (as the “mother” of po-@ litical government according to historians), should reclaim her “prodigal son” before it is too late. Preaching what we do after death js all right; but it is also important that we be taught how to live and work together until then. Yours very truly, Zenobia L. Laws Quinn Chapel African M. E,. Church Ed.—Miss Laws holds the “M.D.” degree from the University of Chicago and has her master’s de- gree in Music. MORRIS BROWN COLLEGE Atlanta, Georgia (Auspices of A. M. E. Church) LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE Courses Leading To BACHELOR OF ARTS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Rated by Southern Association of Col- leges and Secondary Schools. sey American ber of Association of Colleges. For further information write to: w. A. FOUNTAIN, JR., President ———_ f Banks for all purposes. collector. ermy-a-Mea| Hymnals, Bound in JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS Handsomely printed in colors. -convenient size, 134 x 234 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and bottom. The slot i. the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be easily removed. A. M. E. MUSIC HYMNALS Brand new A.M.E. Music semi Morocco with Head Bands and Beautifully stampe in Gold are offered at. these Prices, Single Copy — $150 Half Doz. — $650 One Doz. — $12.00 Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage 3A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN TI-18 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa a —_————— Each bank is the Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the No. 5 No, 6 $4.00 a hundred, act 5 cents each, Poatpeld JUDSON COIN FOLDERS Ne 8 PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER in dimes, with a hundred. i a dozen; AL OFFERING STNLAY FOLDERS A new collector which dimes. 716 South holds This Size, . Se cents a hundred. dred. CHRISTMAS OFFERING INLAY FOLDERS collector holds $1.00 in di Size, 2% x 3% Inches. eee so cents "a doren; $3.80 a hun- lain cover, BE Viz aster Offering} No. 10 D. Size, 34 x SM inches, holds $1.00 $3.60 a hundred. $2.00 in dimes, with _— EASTER OFFERING INLAY FOLDERS Size, fold- Holds ten dimes, d, 2% x 3% Inches. “Cents a doren; $3.08 a hus- dred. A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN 19th Street +, CURRY, Manager Ps. | a ===== DSC09048.JPG ===== ibs, cet ae PAGE FOURTEEN INDIVIDUAL COMMUNION SERVICES ‘ THE “TWENTIETH CENTURY” SERVICE The trays contain 30, 35, or 40 glasses, each. One to four trays can be placed upon one base. Only the top tray requires a cover, as each tray becomes a cover for the one beneath. The base and cover are not absolutely necessary, but will add very much to the appearance. Our special Service of Aluminum is so finely finished that very few are able to distinguish it from silver when the two materials are placed side by side. The Aluminum is light weight, durable, and does not tarnish. aes Styls No. SGA: - Best Ouality Almaimmnn (Gpccisl Enh) No. 2. Tray with 40 plain crystal glasses Sea aw eee SOOO. No. 6. Tray with 35 plain crystal glasses ...... ey madepele penta uet (ec Oe! No. 50A. Base (one to four trays can be placed on base) ........ 2.59 No. 50A. Cover (one sufficient for one to four trays) ............ 2.75 Price of empty trays may be ascertained by deducting cost of glasses at $1.00 a dozen. PATENT FILLER With this Filler a large number of glasses can be filled in a few minutes. This does not appear or the table $5.50 COMMUNION GLASSES No. 66. Finest Quality ae Glasses No. 66. Height, 1% inches. No. 55. Height, 1 5-16 inches. No. 44. Height, 1% inches. Per dozen. 23. 23iieeguesotes 918 When filling orders for Communion Trays with glasses, No 66 is i supplied unless otherwise instructed. METAL COLLECTION PLATES » No. 1. Aluminum. Light in weight, durable, and does not tarnish. Complete with dark-red velvet mats. Diameter, 10 inches. $2.50 each Grained’ Mahogany Finish. This plate is an exact reproduction of * real any on an aluminum plate. Finished both sides in a durable, lasting finish. Diameter, 10 inches. The plate is pit. with ' removable red velveteen mat. $3.50 each, Class Book, the aim has been to provide “a practical and sim- ple method in keep-. ing a correct Tecord each schelae during the year. name appears only once ice the il months. 50 cents a dozen. No. 2. For forty-eight names. 10 cents; $1.00 a dozen. No. 3. For ninety-six names. 20 cents. ae ey SOME ORGANIZATIONS ‘PREFER USHER HEAD AND CHEST ‘BANDS Head and Chest Bands are made from a high grade felt and can be had in either blue, green or red with white letters. A These are used | largely by women ushers. Size: 24 x 2. “50 cent each. USHERS’ BADGE 31. Made of fine quality red or blue felt with “Usher” artistically lettered in gold Ray-O- Lite, and with fancy gilt bar at thetop. Size,1% - x 6 inches. 35 cents each; $3.00 a dozen, Please state which color is desired. Pastor’ s Individual At last a new inexpensive practical 5. and durable Pastor’s Individual Com- nunion Set. | The case is made from high-grade bakelite, the top lined with red velvet, fully equipped with three glasses, flagon 4 -and metal container for wafers. The size is convenient for carrying the set in your hand, or it may easily be slipped into the pocket. This little Communion Set will make possible a simple service at the bedside of those to whom the symbol of wor= ship needs to be taken—the shut-in, the sick, the dying. poet Size)—3% x x 6% x ~ PRICE Gn eeden case) . PRICE (in leather case) . PRICE (in leather case—containing six (6 In preparing The } Judson Improved — Sunday School These Usher’s Atm Ba, of attendance for thing new and very att The Of high grade felt mat. red, blue, 00 per doz. “Chief Usher” can be sy same price. SPRCIAL FOR CHILDR2y, DAY? Childrens ener 9 THE STOCKT¢ SUN OLARLES iT “PICTURE OF TRUTH’ A pageant for all occasions co: sisting of songs with muule, ra. ngs, and many Biblical pant attractively illustrated. Sold x The A. M. E. 716 S. 19th St. 35e per copy Communion Se ) glasses) ameter, 10 inches. $12.00 each. For sale at i M. E. Book Concern PHILADELPHIA. . CURRY, General Manager. 716 SOUTH 19th STREET GE No. 3. Siliarcghated, Heavily silver-plated on nickel bas*: and green, With and elastic band to No. 1. For twenty¢four names. Scontes ee 6% by 3% inch. Pet ies Ke Arh A Pageant We j : e hiss ate it rial, j hit lad t aroun Nd the, 4 es, at 3 eal DDlied y 10TH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT y Shiner, Texas Dal yy H. D. Davidson ; Centreville, Ala. The first quarterly conference of pe i the Shiner Circuit was held December he Presiding Bishop David H.) 16-17, 1939, in Little Bethel A. M. E. members of the General Con- Church, Shiner, Texas, Rev. A. T. Delegate-Elects of the Ninth} trarris, Pastor, Rev. T. F. Ferguson, District, embracing the State Presiding Elder. ama, and Candidates, Greetings: the committee pepomied by Bish- the leadership of Rev. Harris. The ms to submit recommendations) embers and friends of Little Bethel Church union and Church unity,| foci that he is the man for the place. f to submit the following as our) Rey Harris and his dear wife are t: We hereby state first our in-| joyeq by all who-know them. pretation of the words union and Owing to the splendid way in which mity. We shall treat the word union, |i, pastor and officers worked, we in this report, as the act of bringing | vere able to pay our presiding elder ether two or more distinct indepen-];, full, The P. E., Dr. Ferguson, t church organizations or religious into one body. The word “unity” morning. The Lord’s Supper was given. by treated as the state, work or] 4 large number partook. Sunday eve- n of the several bodies after Have united. Book Concen, Phila, Pa $3.60 per dow the following ministers with their con- matter of bringing together the gregations were present: Rev. W. B. E., the A. M. E, Zion, and Whales, Yookum Station; Rev. A DAS M. E. Churches into one gen- burch organization, has been un- ssion and advisement for quite of years, and we think that latter should not be delayed any Flatonia Station. Rev. the sermon. It was short, to the last word. again Shiner led. the present year, the great Episcopal, Methodist Episco- th and the Methodist Protestant hes have quit their bickerings united as one great body. it should be. ‘in union there is strength” ether we stand,” there is great or united effort. Times like these united effort on the part of Satan is bold, daring and ‘and we need, therefore to ard against the ramparts of vice, but we were were extended and two came. way. Yookum District might Presiding Elder, Dr. Ferguson. MRS. M. A. GLADNEY ; and er in the world and Beta the kingdom of God Christ. i erefore submit the following dations : hat the A. M. E., A. M. E. i the C. M. E. Churches be com” inited in one compact, united it the naked body be known nited Methodist Church or ich name agreed on by the rep- of the several bodies. this “Union” shall consist schools, auxilia ries and materials, beautiful vores and pleasingly low prices characterize our Choir and Pulpit Gowns our needs. Catalog and samples on request. Ws State ¥ PENNA THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER COMMITTEE ON | belonging to any and all of the several \TIONS RE. church organizations. ° Some Reasons Why These Churches Should be United (a) In union there is strength. Much more can be accomplished by union. Two are better than one and three are better than two. (b) There is so much duplication and similarity in our worship that we could do a larger, better and more efficient work if united. (c) If these churches are united, we shall have better churches and schools. The general church will be more influential in spreading the Gospel of Christ. Respectfully submitted, J. M. DAWKINS, Chairman J. C. JARRETT H. V. RICHARDSON H. D. DAVIDSON, Secretary “ Committee The church is succeeding nicely under preached a Roe sermon. Sunday ning we met in our union quarter, and Singleton, Cuero Station, Rev. Z. King, King preached but good The offering was arranged for, and The P. Ei took his departure after the 3 200 o'clock ser- blessed Sunday night with a burning message by our pastor. The privileges of the church The quarter was successful in every We are praying that not only the Shiner Circuit, but that our entire continue to grow and succeed under our lovable “solid phalanx” tO OVET COTS PAGE FIFTEEN [ee ee ———ee——— NS FELT BANNERS These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive. Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) , Made of fine quality felt. Finished in the best style. Price includes polish- ed hardwood cross sticks, cords, and genuine brass ends. Ready for use. No, 1-A—Banner Class; 17x27 inches; blue; open Bible; white letters $2.25 No. 2-A—Banner Attendance Class; 17x 27 inches; blue, white letters.. $1.00 No. 3-A—Banner Offering Class; 17x27 inches. Same style as No. 2-A; blue; white letters. ............. $1.00 Oak Banner Poles, jointed, six feet with spear Banner Poles, oak finish, with spear Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department Junior Department Intermediate Department Senior Department Young People’ Department Tk Contest Workers tc Size, 12x24 inches, price.. PRICE LIST Date Book Concern of The A. M. E. Church, 716 S. 19th St., Philadelphia, Penna. G. E. Curry, Manager, Dear Sirs: Please find enclosed Postal Money Order or Certified Check for $...... for which please send goods ordered below to the address at the bottom of this sheet. No. of articles ordered Name of Article nee Presiding Elder’s Record . A. M. E. Church Record . Quarterly Conference Record... . Class Leaders Record . A. M. E. Discipline, 1936-40 . 1936-40 Disciplines, per dozen Price of Betas Music Hymnal, Cloth . dS 75 ll ve . Music Hymnal (per do SUZOUs cchsc'e || seis Oar Music Hymnal (per 100) . 90.00... Sowa’ Word Hymnal . Word Hymnal (per dozen) . Word Hymnal (per 100) . Hymnal for Pulpit (leather boufid) RES Hymnal for Pulpit (Morocco bound and in Gold) . . Class Cards (per 100) Dollar Money Envelopes, per 100 . Pastor’s Salary Envelopes, per 100 é Eeeeys Presiding E y Envelopes, per 100 .... . General Contribution per 100 Educational Money Envelopes, per 100 _, Individual Communion Service Tray, 36 glasses 7.50 up Pastor’s Individual Comr munion Sets. 3.00.. .. Tray and 44 glasses .. Glasses, per dozen . Patient Fillers .. Collection Plate - , Communion Tray-Cover See Pulpit Bible . Small Bibles. each S. S. Teacher’s Self Pronouncing Bible . . Christian Workers Testament Picture of Bishop Allen AERIS x 10% The A. M. E. E. Book Concern Phildelphia, Pa. nvelopes, res) De90, 2.50 up.. 2.50 up . 7.00 & 10.00 up.. nee ee Rev. G. E. Curry, General Manager ===== DSC09049.JPG ===== MAN OF GoD [cattoria. tam happy to sy tht 1 — ave a letter in my flea signed by the (Comoued fom pige 1) |Dishop of ths District which tye zit shy dear Brather Glover: "Your ras ‘Bator of the Civ Recorder, and |ferrccved After speaking of veverall 1a Bidhp by the same Geacral Goa-|appoumnents he closes By ei f Z, ference?” In 19368 happened in Rock: |" Wishing yn secean, am you ze f| ind Palace, New York City, Signed: Neal We Wibats, Boh Bishop Howard presides over West|I stall be glad to pubah i if dont : d (| Arica, Temesse, ere Athansis | ea. (3: ‘mia tt wen te abd Oates | D8. 1.) CLEMENT NEEDS NO} a : : BA FICIAL ORGAN- Tc tra bile tse WTRODUCHON. Me tat aise [ace Bel STRSDER a = Za a IRR ee Pouca, posmmnasiaseeiaens stood in the front rank as a writer, a) must elect leaders at the next General is EMER — certainly improve the Review if elected | we have, Elect men lke 4 y By Dr. Jeu 1 Glover as is Eaton, We baye seme Edens ‘Via SEABOARD Tae Gers |Siaeantna chinese BER Aires THANK GOD FOR REAL, wen |st'of them? ‘Some Eats ate pub | Wien eal preacher x @, |. AX Coens ‘The African Methodist Episcopal |lishing a weekly paper twice « month. | Stewart, Educator. Dr. J. — il os Taser [0 coemn sue a vane as nfo te ae me ws | eg pace io ag in| dr ly i el as a ey Sey a Sette i article entitled A VOICE FROM THLE | brother back. He can't setve us much, lover the Sinday School, He has done = Shorter Church—Denver (oh Meron bnony geneoeepligan Pape erg question of dosbe to the Bishop if he | Why should a pastor stay on ont ‘cities and towns ia dee Pao ea ae TWO TRAINS Dart THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER "To ATLANTA OFFERS A FREE TRIP TO _ . New Yat, Pane 318 43 The General Conference a; 1. ¢ yo ba eis: Seventy-Five Years of Negro \ bs j as ei we» Progress Exposition a DETROIT, MICHIGAN ‘Evangelist Mrs, M.-C. Burns []] J. M. Stuart, AG. PAL | si i ek ates be fone alae May 1-23, 1940 te" ibi thn dete’ a Wenn ff] Pos Sere Pansies fe alee hon] | Cale ana Ist Award—Alll expenses paid ‘Repeiaion. 06 a lanes ot sens, BEABOARD See winced tas Weis if cceee ce Oe oret 2nd Award—One+ half expenses paid Pe a Be ay ooh RAILWAY - SAE Bae i oe Dr and Be a : ‘The Christian Recorder is the oldest Negro Journal eee ma me en) MANOR sins DEDICATES NEW ‘the Church's premier paper and leading organ oe c eee oo Onan CONTEST CLOSES APRIL 15th KIRBY’S M-I-M re q : Write today for particulars. Begin now, “Trade Mark Reg. U.S. Pet. OF ay vl ie ya GEORGE A. 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• February 22, 1940
  ===== DSC09025.JPG ===== Se, ee THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER A WOMAN’S ISSUE OF THE Whatever we might think of the for-] RAISING THE PAY OF THE |= CHRISTIAN RECORDER? mal religious views of Robert Nathan, in PASTOR MORRIS BROW _ WHY? his poem “This Faith, This Violence” ae N cote (Continued from page 9) he gives a pretty challenging statement (Continued fro: 13) ee capa Georgia 3 a : im page of ‘May we venture to look forward to a of the hungry, milling, seething man- Bees aS Church) time when the institutions of society kind that looks to the church for as the largest field for service, in spite of the smallest of pay. But I Promised each of them, now that my pay is Practically secure, I shall not rest until I have exhausted every : Possibility in my power of raising is not/the salaries of our ministers. I hope that some time in official boards, church almost a matter meetings, annual conferences; district conferences even the General Confer- ence, this question may be considered. T hope that the laymen’s moveniént will make this one of the most important topics for discussion. The great need of the Negro today is sPiritual leader- ship. No man goes into the ministry for profit, but every man deserves a moderate support - for his family, and something to save for his old age. . will at least offer no resistance to the human spirit in its attempt to rise above sensuality, greed and cruelty ; when the practices by which man se- cures his daily bread will not interfere with any desire he may have to love his neighbor as himself?” hateful or spiteful If we have the faith and the courage} it i, a matter for joy, 4 to assume the affirmative it must be of rapture a faith and a courage which can thrive That here on this earth between: the only on working for fulfillment. We. twos frees mates » cannot believe, as we have been so Not altogether burned by the sun or often told from church pulpits, that drowned by the wind God will work all things out for his In hunger and Pain and sickness and people. A backward glance at the way fear of death y God has ed i i 2 g x d has operated in human historye Von lives, builds cities, grows wheat does not prove that the Progress of civi- and goes to church.” 2 lization in all its phases is inevitable. Ed ny Stiae the talented wit oes iS e When it comes to the maintenance of} _- @ cosmic order, God requires no humar ob Reverdy.C- Ransom, III, a Professor z i TT in Wilberforce University. assistance; but when it comes to the achievement of a historic justice and Peace, he is dependent, to some extent at least, on human cooperation. Walter Rauschenbush very truthfully put it in his Christianity and The Social Order: “The church is only an agency to create the Kingdom of God.” For him the church derives her vitality from the fact that she can enter fhe day-by- “Faith in life jn ourselves in our destiny, in goodness and valor, Call it God if you like, or call it what- ever you please. It is strong and Positive, it For further informa W. A. FOUNTAIN, tion Write to: JR, President JUME XCI.—NO. 49 ES We who love the church, should seek ways and means to that end. Sugges- tions as to organization, publicity, etc., will be welcomed by me from any one who is interested in this matter, so that we may begin the movement for BETTER PAY FOR BETTER PAS- TORS. 3y G. W. Robinson, Pastor Little Zion Circuit SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian Recorder 1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. . Please enter my name as a new subscriber to the Christian Re- corder for one year. 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On” On’ to Detroit we am May for the purpose of enacting iS that shall be beneficial, not-only pthe rank and file of this our great We can hear much throughout connection from different ‘Writers, d office seekers, that we need more shops, that may be true to a great tent and I most heartily agree, but us not be sectional about the matter. eel that should we elect more Bishops y should be chosen not so much for i intellectual quality alone, but for achievement, and the things which have been able to accomplish. “Brethren, if a man is able to do thing great for himself, and rule n household well, why then he’s it person and we can trust our great @ge into his hands. 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Scott, D.D., Kirby’s Mineral Products ent of Campbell College, a man Mississippi, and Louisiana feel 15 FIKE AVENUE UNION, SOUTH CAROLINA MAIL ORDERS PROMPTLY FILLED Should he be elected will do honor OL 1865 - SEVENTY a Lifetime, GEORGE A. SINGLETON The Christian Recorder 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Penna. ‘Districts that are supporting their dates, but may I not suggest that Be (Continued on page 16) Fe Gecotere letov tat the -FIVE YEARS OF NEGRO PROGRESS - 1940 EXPOSITION MAY 10-19 CONVENTION HALL, .DETROIT, MICHIGAN -_--ooe her candidates and other Episco- ae” oe THE CITY ON THE BLUFF PHILADELPHIA, PA. eS ~THE-OF THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1940 Before the General Conference New Girls Dormitory at Edward Waters aN OEY Ee Bishop H. “Y. Tookes, George W. Baber, and Singleton in’ front’ of ‘the | Bishop’s: Jacksonville honie: On February 21, and 28, Bishop Tookes holds the South Florida Conference These are the last Florida Conferences|now dotting the country, the part these institutions are playing at Miami, and Tampa respectively. for the quadrennium. the death of the before an enthusiastic crowd of twenty thousand in the ball park at night. It was a great occasion and a notable event. Edward Waters is the only col- lege in the connection that is mortgage- free. In the meantime eyery interest of the church has been cared for. Souls have been converted and added to the kingdom, The Dollar Money increast, the salaries of teachers doubled, On Sunday afternoon of the East Florida Conference one hundred subscriptions to the Christian Recorder were given to laymen. The magnetic leadership of Bishop Tookes is bringing great re- sults. He has laid plans to erect a new girls’ dormitory on the beautiful Edward Waters campus, paying as he goes. Florida desires his return at the General Conference, now scarcely two months away. The. state is also asking and working for the election of the Reverend Dr. J. S. Johnson to the episcopacy. THE REV, J. S. JOHNSON, Pree Treasurer of Edward Waters College, Florida’s choice for episcopal eleva- tion. A period of successful labor will be officially closed. | Bishop Tookes was assigned to Florida from the 12th Episcopal District after late Bishop R. A. Grant. Shortly afterwards the mortgage indebtedness on Edward Waters College was liquidated and the mortgage burned FIC IAL ORGAN: sd SHOP TOOKES HOLDS LAST FLORIDA CON t e He is ander. He is one of in the THIS THURSDAY IN THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER The Daily Altar The Rev. Carlyle The Church School .. EDITORIALS: A Nocturnal Song . Heavenly Nostalgia . Gone With The Wind.. Negro Methodist Unity (Editorial of the W POINTED POINTS . The Churchman Afield Birthday Greetings Young People’s Pag The 1940 General Conference and The A, M, E Pottinger Dr. E. J, Od . Thomas News At A Glance. Notices—Calandar The Head of the B. F. Lee Theo-| logical Seminary js Dean W. G. Alex- the the most eloquent men church, mx Annus? a 6. 10 geil HE GENERAL CONFERENCE, MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN sions of the OF THE AFRICAN-METHODIST-EPISCOPAL CHURCH. S=MAN_OUR BROTHERD——\, PRICE FIVE CENTS ——SS FERENCES FLORIDA CHURCH CONFERENCE SUCCESSFUL—REPORTS IN- CREASE IN MEMBERSHIP AND GIVING ORLANDO—The 6th annual session of he Orlando Conference of the A. M. E. Church Closed its five day session here Sunday, when presidi Bishop H. Y. Tookes read the ministerial ap- pointments for the ensuing year. In size, in membership, in donations and in enthusiasm, formed only half a dozen years ago, showed definite progress Over previous years Educational night held on Friday vening was one of the featured occa- ssion. $1,200 was raised for Edward Waters College. Dr. Ar- thur S. Jackson, secretary of educa- jtion and acting financial secretary of the denomination, was the principal spéaker. In a brilliant address he traced the history of the A, M. E Church and contrasted the feeble efforts in providing educational facilities in the early days with the A- M. E He schools uded in training for Christian work and ser- vice, President C. S. Long, Jr., described the work of Edward Waters College and the mixed choral group glee club and soloists from that institution ren- dered a delightful hour of music, Claude A. Barnett of Chicago proposed a pro- embodiment o f} gram which would extend and empha- size the missionary work of the A. M bi ARAL E. Church jn rural districts ment and dignity.} Mrs. Lucy Hughes, connectional president of the Woman’s Home and Foreign Missionary Society and Mrs A. E. Heath of St. Petersburg, state president of that organization were present and spoke Friday afternoon in behalf of Missionary endeavor as did Mrs. H. Y. Tookes. Other highlights of the Conference were the morning theological institute, directed by Dean W. G. Alexander, head of the B. F. Lee Theological Sem- inary; assisted by Drs. A. C. Wells, S. B. Baker, Leonard F, Morse, B. D. A. Heath; the reorganization of Masonry in the state Thorpe and Mrs. under the direction of Grand Master D. D. Powell and Bishop Tookes and the ordination sermon preached Sunday morning by H. Milton Mickens. Two deacons and twelve elders were ordained by Bishop Friday night “high-noon” masonic sermon was de- (Continued on page 13) Tookes * ===== DSC09026.JPG ===== Nj mee Gott R asl Duties Sid et eal 4 se THE CH The Daily Altar The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. He will ful- | fill the desire of them that fear him; he also will hear their cry, and will save them.—Amen. : them wisely. ee | cipline. And that is why one who learns’ is called a disciple. Life cannot move forward without Saturday, February 24 “I have written unto you, fathers, . ._ | discipline. a: ve forwar because ye have known Him that is disciphue > eke eon we EON Ce 2 ad from the beginning. I haye written| life without it. For discipline ‘is é power under control. Hear the unto you, young men, because ye are strong and the word of God abideth in you, and ye have overcome the wicked one.” Read I John 2:13-17. A stanza of one of the less known hymns begins this way: “Bright youth and snow crowned age.” Together we see them, Experience and Youthfulness, under the same yoke—lending a shoul- der to a common task. But each must have sympathy for Proverb: “He that ruleth his spirit is better than he that taketh a city.” Young people: Are you making your school days count for a worthy future? Prayer: Dear Lord, Our Gracious Father, we grow restless and tired be- neath the disciplines of life, but grant us patience and strength. Renew our faith and keep us ever in the right path. Amen. Z oc es ISTI =our fellow men. An alert mind, a con- ments.” AN RECORDE of the heart as] T In Jesus name. | hig! those who attend be ] well as of the head. Amen. Tuesday, February 2700 : Seat = = There is “I beseech you therefore brethren, by greed and despair. But the mercies of God, to present your must never make peace With au bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable | these, Bring t6 the aa any of to God, which is your reasonable ser- the cure of joy and hope td 1 : ea vice. And be not conformed to this bose and stern courage, Thi. ae a world: but be ye transformed by the mean that we must avoid fac; nes of your mind.” << Read tie means thet we Must learn to ; omans 12. i i i e them unafraid, and with Sherwood Eddy asks each student to querable ag tlinism which a face this question, “Am I living in a pressed “Be~of good che a real world, or in a corner apart? | overcome the world.” 4 So many “young people keep their!’ ‘Braver: Dear Lord and H school-life in a water-tight compart- Father, forgive us who are old ment. That is a mistake. Education our failure to follow the Christ = is real life. If we are gaining our | jaye set none too fine an exay equipment for Life by going to school, | oy, youth. Strengthen them can we not also see what purpose the | 41) the problems of life in the os equipment will serve? It is not enough faith of the Christ. Amen : to just to have skills. We must use ‘ fear in the worlg today vy ang young p, te facing Teality Unteop. US ey. iT hay ee Do you Temember the tragedy of ia § Max — King Saul of Israel? A sentence de- Feder, ol Scribes “it: ““He- fell upon ‘his own |——————_-"— —— sword.” He had equipment, but mis- “Wherewithal shall a young may used ‘it. i He should have fought the cleanse his way? by taking hee enemy of his people instead of himself. | to according to thy words. Education is misused unless it is! whole heart have I sought thee dedicated to the high calling of serving}me not wander from thy Read Psalm 119:9 trolled body, an appreciative soul! With “My strength is the strengtl such one is ideally equipped for life. men, because my heart js pur Why not use them for Christ and His | Sir Galahad. Kingdom? =A Carlyle, in his essay on Burus s Prayer: Dear Lord, we give ourselves with characteristic keen insight away, is all that we can do.” all young people should know, wx TTT Roo —. ] ays: “We become men, not Wednesday, February 28 have been dissipated, and disa _ | in the chase of false pleasure; but aiter the other. Age must see Youth as it it. The elders must understand young cople by trying to appreciate their 5 neh ie spirit of their age. And| “And it came to pass, after three days Youth, in turn, must not thrust Age|they found him in the temple, sitting aside. Real friendship—a genuine in the midst of the teachers, both hear- comradeship will temper the impatience | #"§ them and asking them questions— of youth and put new heart into re-|And Jesus advanced id _wisdom and luctant Age. stature, and in fayor with God and Consider the good work done when |™en.” Luke 2:41-52. Z ' they have teamed together: Eli and| The theme of religion in education re- Samuel, Elijah and Elisha St. Paul and calls a conversation which Dr. Jacks of Timothy, Peter and Mark. These| Manchester College, Oxford, had with things can be done again. NOW!|0ne of the great school masters _of Wisdom can counsel Youth for God,|England. To the direct question, and Youth can give to Wisdom, power! | “Where in your time-table do you Prayer: Heavenly Father, féach: us teach religion?” the school-man re- thy way both in youth and age that+Plied: following Thee we may ever do the ¢ i things that are pleasing in thy sight. “We teach * all day long. In Jesds’ maine” Amen: We teach it in arithmetic, by accuracy. We teach jt in language, by learning to say what we mean—yea, yea,’ or ‘nay, nay’. We teach it in history, by humanity. “Know ye not that they that run in| We teach it in geography, by breadth a race run all, but one receiveth the of mind. } Trize? Even so run; that ye may ob-| We teach it in handicraft, by thorough- tain. And every man that striveth in ness. the games exerciseth self-control in all] We teach it in astronomy, by reverence. things.” I Cor. 9:18-27. We teach it by good manners to one Someone has figured that each day another, and by truthfulness in all spent in school has a value of ten dol things. lars. Some of us do not think that] We teach students to build the Church schooling could be worth that, That of Christ out of the actual relation- iy because we do not understand what ships in which they stand to their we are doing when we go to school. teachers, When we walk into our class-room, fellows.” we are walking on testing ground for tt i Life! How well we learn and do there] Prayer: For our Church schools determines how fine a life we shall| which exist thru the valiant sacrifices Monday, February 26 Sunday, February 25 live and how happy we shall be. That/of our struggling people, © Lord, we|souls. For my yoke is easy and my pray. May the education derivea by is why we speak of education as a dis- fog and to their school-| “Let no man despise thy youth; but false pleasure; but after we have as- be thou an ensample to them that be- certained, in any Way, what lieve, in word, in manner of life. in barriers hem us in thru life love, in faith, in purity. Be diligent in |‘t is to hope for contentment to o thése things; give thyself wholly to finite soul from the gifts of this them.” I 4:12-16. tremely finite world; that a 0 “Be an ensample.” St. Paul’s words | >€ sufficient for himself ; and tha to his young helper, Timothy. They suffering and enduring there hold good for young people today. remedy but striving and doing Take heed and use your opportunities. | Hood begins when we haye in an Learn to become the sort of person | Made truce with Necessity; beg: eve Christ wants you to be! when we have surrendered to Nece Do you remember the story Our|#S the most part only do; Lord told about the servants and the |Joyfully and hopefully only talents? The villain of that story | have teconciled ourselves to Ne wasted his opportunity. The heroes |@0d thus, in reality, triumphed « a felt that they owed it to their master | md felt that-in Necessity we are ir“ to make the best of what he entrusted] Prayer: Lord, Thou art the s to them. life and thou canst guide us to Your Church needs you! Your com-| light. May we acknowledge the: munity needs you. We owe Christ the | all our ways. Do thou eo : A gift of our entire life, its strength and|1n Jesus’ name, we pray. Amc enthusiasms, not’ just the left-overs} _ : after careless years have damaged us. ~ F : | GRACE BEFORE MEALS F ma = ——— the “Who answers Christ’s insistent call Must give himself, his life, his all, — Without one backward look. Who sets his hand unto the plow, ; And glances back with anxious brow, His calling hath mistook. : ae La f Christ claims him wholly for his own, | Thou didst give to this : Bon th He must be Christ's, and Christ's alone.” |ion and the mighty inspiration \'"" F —John Oxenham | able to lead our nation to pee rulers, . ___ | Continue Thy guiding of ou that all may have the courage a" sight to work out Thy mighty P\" ofl rn |i this’ Thy promised land of f°" Sd The glory shall be Thine. A™™ We thank Thee, O God, for memory of him whose birth we brate to-day. We thank Thee is man broad." at was cele that es Bp ws Apa poses _ “Take my yoke upon you, and le: of me, for I am meek and lowly in : heart: and ye shall find rest unto your SEE HYMNS THAT LIVE Read on page 3 burden js light. tt. 11:25-30. | 34 sais ae 4 HE UPPER ROOM Text: Matthew 26: 17-30 j Passover. il betray me. ato him every one, Is it I, Lord? me shall betray me. 24 The Son Nn goeth, even as it is written of but woe unto that man through m the Son of man is betrayed! good it for that man if he had not been 25 And Judas, who betrayed him, nswered and said, Is it I, Rabbi? He th unto him, Thou hast said. ‘And as they were eating, Jesus read, and blessed, and brake it; gave to the disciples, and said, €at; this is my body. 27 And K a cup, and gave thanks, and them, saying, Drink ye all of it: is is my blood of the covenant, ‘is poured out for many unto re- ‘of sins. 29 But I say unto you, not drink henceforth of this f the vine, until that day when new with you in my Father’s when they had sung a hymn, nit out into the mount of Olives. ‘of me. I Corinthians 11:24. ESSON BROUGHT DOWN _ TO DATE By John R. Ewers he strange words in the Bible ippall us. Think of it—not a certain of himself. “One of betray me.” “Is jt 1?” Con- close fellowship. For many these men had lived, talked and ‘together. They had become zed disciples of the Galilean. In they had preached; in his had done many wonderful best of all they had had earthly experience—they ed the Master as constant On mountain peaks, in ardens, beside the lake, in ‘forests of cedar, in holy tem- busy streets, while walking elds of grain, in the homes hey had known intimately tt of our Savior. If we the mind of Christ” or “the March 3] spirit which was in Jesus” disciples came to Jesus, say- e wilt thou that we make thee to eat the passover? 18 ith, Go into the city to such nd say unto him, The Teacher time is at hand; Ikeep the ‘at thy house with my dis- And the disciples did as Je- ted them; and they made ‘when even was come, he was meat with the twelve dis- 21 and as they were eating, he rily I say unto you, that one of 22 And they ceeding sorrowful, and began to he answered and said, He that his hand with me in the dish, DEN TEXT: This do in remem- yourself to God as a work- : they, of all men, enjoyed the best opportunity of understanding and comprehending, How often have we meditated about this cicle of disciples and how we have yearned for such an experience! To have seen the Master, to haye heard his voice, to have caught his smile, to have looked into his eyes, to have observed him as he taught and healed, to have seen divine indignation gather upon his fair. brow, to have felt his power—ah, what must that have been! And, now, in spité of all this, when Jesus says: “One of you will betray me,” each man answers, “Lord, is it 1?” him to sell his Master for silver? Had they caught the note of discord in his life?—the flaw in the diamond? For Judas was in his way the aristocrat among the group. He, alone, came from the south and his manners were more smooth and his speech more ele- gant. Did anyone suspect Judas? Probably it was not in the mind of any man that a deed~so base was possible in a company so-select. What wonder that all were shocked! 2 Those men faced the very same diffi- culty that you and I have—how to keep sympathy with spirituality in a material environment. Judas could not keep up, for, as Jesus developed his high and beautiful spirituality, he found himself slipping back into affairs of money, business and earthly consider- ations. Even a mother had asked Je- sus that her two sons—disciples—might be secretary of state and secretary of the treasury in the new kingdom? How dull, crude, earthly those men were! Now, if those early disciples found it necessary to cry out~ “Is it I1’??—how should we feel, we in this modern Amer- ica, two thousand years from the Mas- ter? I remember, once, going forward to kneel for the Holy Communion in Canterbury cathedral. I remember how unworthy I felt. “Unworthy, Lord, to gather up the crumbs.” Some of you must have been with me in that convention of Liberals, in a New York chapel when the late Dr. Norwood, in; our communion service, took the chalice containing the wine, and falling upon his knees in tears, confessed-our un- worthiness. It was one of the most impressive and uplifting moments of my life, because of its deep sincerity. We are unworthy; we are uncertain, we do hesitate, we do know the force of temptations. Each man knows in his wn truest soul that he might fall. “Lord, is it 1?” Struggling to keep the faith, battling to uphold the ideals, sure of his love for Christ, but knowing by, | bitter experience the pull of the world, every man of us cries out: “Lord is it I?” And it is then that a strong, divine hand lifts us up. POINTERS By Roy L. Smith The place for a religious service is | worshiper, The true Preparation for the com- munion service is within one’s heart, What would happen if the people made as careful Preparation for the worship service as the Preacher does? We do not come to the communion own table because we have earned the right to come, but because Jesus guaranteed us the right to come, What an experience jt would have been to have heard Jesus sing! believe in Jesus. to betray God. PRAYER THOUGHT By William Chalmers Covert love and joy we haye entered deeper and more understandingly into the pur- poses oi Thy life and death and the place Thou hast opened for us in the circle of Thy redemptive love. Wilt Thou draw together those that love Thee devoutly everywhere, that Thine own prayer for unity may be realized. Prosper Thy church in all Parts of the world, giving to all groups a clearer understanding of the possi- bility of their nearness to one another, as they draw nearer to Thee. In Thy name. Amen, so DAILY BIBLE READINGS M. .Matt, 26:17-30 F. I Cor. 11:20-28. T. John 6:41-51 S. Rey. 1934-10, W. John 6:52-59 §S. John 14:1-9 T. 1 Corinthians 10 :14-22. —The 20th Century Quarterly LOUISVILLE, KY. GREATER ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH Rey. L. A. Haynes, Pastor Monday night, January 22nd, Greater St, James A. M, E. Church celebrated their first anniversary at their present location, 1126 W. Madison Street. This date marked the close of a year of great achievements under the leader- ship of our most worthy pastor, Rev. L, A. Haynes a true son of Florida, who has fought untiringly to maintain St. James and to give to us a Greater St. James. Such achievements merit congratulations of the people he has labored with so earnestly. On this night the membership tendered a ban- quet in honor of Rev. Haynes, The tables were arranged in the au- ditorium and beautifully decorated with ee ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praiss Him “Gospel Beacons” Just off the Press. “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies $3.50. 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more, Write: EDWARD C. DEAS 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, Ii. pa a aces | ee AGE THREE: not so important as the attitude of the] Most of us believe in God because we lt is still a terrible thing for a man Dear Lord and Father of Mankind, enable us truly to sense the oneness in which as followers of Thine we are Did they know Judas? Did they for] bound! We bless Thee for the repeated -4 moment guess that it was possible for tellowship of the Upper Room! In its HYMNS THAT LIVE | Le KEEPING THE CHARGE OF THE LORD 1 A charge to keep I have, A God to glorify ; A never dying soul to save, And fit it for the sky; 2 To serve the present age, My calling to fulfill; O may it all my Powers engage, To do my Master’s will 3 Arm me with jealous care, As in thy sight to live: And O, thy sery ant, Lord, prepare, A strict account to give! 4 Help me to watch and pray, And on thyself rely, Assur’d, if I my trust betray, I shall for ever die cut flowers, A delicious turkey dinner followed by ice cream and cake was served by men of the church who were dressed in white coats and dark trousers. The ladies so beautifully attired in Vening dresses and the men in dark Suits lent an air of distinction to the occasion. Mr. C. A, Orton served as Master of Ceremonies, Beautiful readings and songs sung by different members of the church were impressive and gave honor to whom it Was due. The following ministers seated with the honoree spoke in high esteem him; Revs. G. Horace Jenkins, D J. Hugh- lett, J. Bryant Cooper, B. F. Buc an and Presiding Elder A. W. Jackson, Also seated with him were: Revs. S H. Etherly, A. A. Perry and G. A. Fisher, of We are thankful to God for this man who has sacrificed, labored and strug- gled with us to keep the ba James waving; ner of St. the crisis tho’ driven blow fate for he realized who when came never once complained to the with his head held hi wall took each of the glory was in doing and not in tro- phies won. Rey. G, A. Fisher pronounced bene- diction. MRS. NANNIE MULLIGAN en HELP WANTED Male and Female Send one dollar for membership, Member-Agents wanted every- where. Salary $25.00 weekly in advance. World’s Relief Society P Box 309 Muskogee, Okla. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian” Recorder -1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please enter my name as a new subscriber to the Christian Re- corder for one year. Am enclos- ing $1.50. Name eee et ee ee ===== DSC09027.JPG ===== MEMBERS ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE HERCULES NEWS SERVICE Entered at the Post Office at Philadel- phia, Penna. as Second Class Matter Bell—KINgsley 0497 Published Weekly By George A. Singleton, Editor and Manager At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. Bishop D. H. Sims, President Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President Coutributing Editors: Carlyle F. Stewart, Josephine T. Washing- ton, TT. Jefferson Clement, Ho- ward D. Gregg, Milton S, J. Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson- Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V. Richardson. SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single Copy 5c Address all correspondence to: The Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1940 WEEKLY THOUGHT The lenten season is pre-eminently the season of spiritual quickening in the church. It begins with Ash Wednesday, and ends with the Satur- day preceding Easter. During these days we are again reminded of our Lord’s fasting, temptation, suffering, death, and resurrection. This should make us think that He suffered and died for our sins. Many Christians make this a season of special self-denial, penance, fasting and prayer. Indeed we ought to think upon our sin, and ask God for Christ’s sake to make us truly sorry for our sin, and to wash us in the precious blood that cleanseth from all sip. We should ask Him to help us to show that we are really sorry by forsaking the sin, ‘\ WEEKLY POEM IN ASSISE These are the airs wherein he stood And spoke the unrecorded words That brought them fearless from the wood, The timid hare, the settling birds, That gathered round him in the sun, Upon his shoulder, at his feet, In easy friendliness with one Whose language was their own, and sweet. With syllables to quiet fear And win the wild heart to his own.... Let us be still and listen, here, And learn if any word or tone, THE CHRISTIAN RECORD May linger in the folds of_air So to instruct the heart and tongue, That going hence we go to bear Love’s language as a song that’s sung. —David Morton. A NOCTURNAL SONG the dampness of the Jordan on my brow and I long to go home.” Down from the pulpit he came and walking backward and for- - | ward in the chancel he sang: -|“My latest sun is sinking fast, “We are the stuff that dreams are] My race is almost run,” made of, ; And our little lives are rounded as} The conference welnigh broken a sleep.” up. There was weeping and shouting. Two young men came The profound words of the im_} forward. One was converted and mortal Shakespeare at once start joined the church. The other trains of thot. Manis the sum|ctarted back. Bishop Tyree said: total of his dreams and_ ideals. |wait, young man,” took him by Certain wise men-¢ell us that the }the hand and sang: gleaming ideal is the everlasting x real. Then dreams are real. The]o death, see in yonder city man who dreams in the day time}There is a home for everyone goes places and arrives some_} Purchased with a price most where. The dullard, shiftless who costly ; has insatiable, gargantuan appe-|*Twas the blood of God’s dear son. tite for the frivolous and non- essentials always remains on the} Tp that city, bright city social fringe. But when the} Soon with loved ones I shall be dreamer comes new inventions} And with Jesus live forever are perfected, new ideas born and] {py that city beyond death’s sea. new channels cut for civilisation] © z and culture. 5 : Here we’ve no abiding city When half-awake sometimes] Mansions here will soon decay we dream, that is we are con-] But the city God built for me scious of mental activity which is}]t shall never pass away. based upon previous experience and knowledge. Dreams have im_| prest mankind from the days of }was converted- Just think of his_simian and paleolithic ances-} Bishops Grant and Tyree being in] Where bondage was, liberty” tors until now. The psychologists }the same conference. The story and dreamologists may say what|was related by Herman F. Tyree they will but a few mornings ago | over a year ago while pastoring in the writer dreamed a dream. He Philadelphia. We thot of it last was not awake but the experience November the closing night of a NEGRO METHODIST UNIT! was more than real. He was sing-] Conference in Oklahoma when ing: without a sermon the power of ¢ to make more cotton to ivy .|tendant evils were ethi Needless to say the young man] Where there was strife | x Pe land to make more Cotton to, ‘ more slaves. All Attempt, 4 glorify, adorn and embellish a system fail. Slavery anq af Sat : $3 Cally a morally wrong. Human bein are not property, but Centers ‘ value. The destructive War a history, reaping where it ta sown. i “Gone with the Wind” are old days of a social order cre, upon the broad, bronze | Afric’s sons and daughters, Th slave-holders and the eng)... aliké sleep with wearers ,; blue and the gray in goj| watered by their blood and \. In life a gulf impassable |e, them lay, in death they , one. The slave-drivers’ \| no longer heard, and blow: bay no more. Gone, gone : wind, never to come again. 7 og who like Scarlett O'Hara ye, and work only for lau money, like her, will get thei: Over them the wind of ( s and indifference step- ill the plan which other- 1 good chances to succeed, atural fear of being “swal- a up,” while the larger A. h has not been willing to second mile.” hree bodies corner of the nation. nd-wearisome duplication Hence we inite. —The Star of Zion POINTED POINTS blow and they will be no mor VO MORE BEAUTIFULLY fanged Christmas Program has writer seen than that which Was received from Shorter Chapel Denver, Colorada. The Rev. Dr. Russell Brown, Minister. The back of thé program carries a 940 calendar. Se a EDITORIAL OF THE WEEK} oe “Under the stars an end is mai On the field the Southern blo: lies broken be : SIDING ELDER W. O. P. an of the West Savannah et, Savannah, Georgia sends Bishop Kyles, in his rec: copal address, very pointe! dule. The district motto: World for Christ.” z the discussions con- en the A. M. E. and Secretary of the jon Churches to a terial Association degree, even to the organisation. : ‘e the annual confer- he two denominations voted ‘to approve the Jurisdiction, Then it was that strife, thodism has always had | broadca » not to mention a becom-|1897 with three nse of Christian brother- They reported $4.54. At the last demand that Negro Method- | tw >| radio of January. She and her }- browses in a second-hand book store. S are faithful members of | Tht other day, he sought out a copy of HE REY. FRED E. STEPH- | must finish “I, Yahweh,” and “Environ- ) Tucson, Arizona is an ar- | mental Factors in Early Christianity. branch of the N. A. A.C, P., and Tueson Minis- an interracial He is also Grand Supervisor of Juvenile Work of the F. and A. M. of Arizona and Inc. Seven of the nine school teachers in Tucson are members of his church. There are six Negro preachers in the town. The Reverend Stephens sts his services over the local station. A new church edi- M. | fice is being constructed. FOR NINE YEARS MRS. competing | Constantine Perry has been presi- dent of the Missionary Society in Canada. The work was begun in local societies, © quadrennial meetings the or- ganisation reported $2,038.31, and $2,809.01. The Young People’s Work and that in Toronto are thriving under the supervision of Mrs. Vera Clark. THE REVEREND ©, J. HAY-| man, pastor of St. James African M. E. Church, South Norfolk, Va. is Announcer and Manager of broadcasting station, WTAR each Friday evening from 9:30 to 10 o’clock. He is an alter- nate delegate to the General Con- ference, and a graduate from Morgan College. THE CHURCHMAN AFIELD opy of his quarterly CONfereN Ce | The ministry of the Word. The Churchman went out to Bethel African M. E. Church, Ardmore, Penna., where he was the guest speaker at the Sunday your | morning service. The very fine pastor financial or domestic prob- is cultured and dignified J. Leo Pottin- | My dear Dr. Singleton: ger, His work is effective. In the ab- sence-of the regular organist Mrs. Pottinger who contributed an article record of staying at one|on church music in the Women’s edi- | M That | tion of the Christian Recorder, played| that I might commend you for the ea gale The Lord’s Supper was administered, The spirit of God was felt.. The Church- MOORE, man must confess that he himself was 3 er of Mr. and Mrs. Royal | under the spell of three books of very | that you have such a keen sense of “Conversations of “These Twelve,” and “The Naza- Especially the last. party wale From time to time the Churchman rene.” “What and Where is God” by Swain. Years ago he read it. He will read it again and share his reaction with the Christian Recorder framily. First he —_Qu— The Churchman spent a delightful hour at the Bethel, Ardmore parsonage ubscriptions. The Rever- and returned to the city of Philadelphia. local | Within a few minutes he was on his the Holy Spirit fell upon Bishop ‘ f “A charge to keep I have E. J. Howard and all present. aed ned ec: ° : ce A God to glorify Over a half dozen were converted ae Me = are 0 € for counsel in A never dying soul to save and united with the church: ist bo ae sate eu. P= ae And fit it for the skies But God’s children do get|™erser tO : § a is a statement on the church Sure I must fight if I~ would|pomesick for héaven at times, An| Sts © Jom tm that union in of a very fine pastor who paeniee a Z ibable longing to be with this failure is to be deplore’ reign. indescribable : ‘ a : t ed Mga kaleren tain pa C7 ae ef Bre pact oi nes He | for the service. When he awoke his pillow was | moil, stress and strain are never- |" pan oN Be our L ee rt wet with tears. That song in the|ceasing. False hopes, disillusion- fess = ees her . the people. night, a dream, inspires, and in-|ment and false friends. There ee es ey spirits. will come a glad day when He ee = Bs cay tho 4 s -Ishall wipe tears from weeping ‘ Be rain on? Orsay etaacisecent reading: HEAVENLY NOSTALGIA |eyes and bathe souls in seas of Bre bones a E 4 Ee ae et ieee Wh Id ministers get to ae Ser a white and Negro Methodis!s was graduated from the older = ¢ A shape: often talk about the} GONE WITH THE WIND find a basis for workabl: di ’ School of Beauty Culture oe Aieas Grant, who was a Y when the Negro Methodis's 5 i : . . Lee t. mighty preacher and singer in his] In scenario mimic action the not reach such ee te plan’ ented by the day. He was elected a Bishop at| great book and play “Gone with We know now ae ee aa ae eae Indianapolis in 1888. At Ennis, | the Wind” brings to sight and }organic union Se ir & ae r tian ; Tex., in 1905, Evans Tyree was|mind the long, dark night of | Negro we Pe en a a holding the Northeast Confer-|slavery and four years of bloody |M. E., ek Be roken a ence. When Bishop Grant spoke |fratracidal war to preserve the pie i ie 4 ht Oe tn and was about to conclude he said}union and set the captives free. first when th : : a by i oes ix covers with feeling: “I want to go home. | For two hundred fifty years, their apparently ‘in ee Reich, Soul I’m tired and I want to go home. Jagonising cries disturbed heaven's cae renee “ oe ig. be afl De Gh tie Ican hear the voices of those who|throne, while the plantation own- decided that i ae f ig have gone before me. I can feellers in the South bot more slaves vantageous to re THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER way to Murphy African M. E. Church, ; Chester, Penna, to hear the Reverend DET. b. Scott. in a revival. The People were present, The man ot God delivered a sermon on Elijah at Mt. Carmel with telling effect. no preacher like Dr. Scott in the church today, The Churchman will Journey far to hear him preach this sermon. Even now we can hear the breaking of twigs and see clouds of dust in the valley and.on the sides of Carmel as Elijah arrives on the scene to represent God. ee Murphy has a large, strong, wide- awake Allen C. E. League. This is unusual in most of our churches, so much so that when the Churchman finds a league largely attended he is constrained to make mention of it. GS Bishop R. R. Wright, Jr., one time Editor of the Christian Recorder, who has- just returned from South came by the Churchman’s de: last Monday. Prior to Bishop Wright's election to the episcopacy he wielded the editorial pen for twent ight years in three of which he was Editor and Manager of the Book Concern. The Churchman was glad to see hin. Q=3 “The Missionary Pregram in the A fri- can M. E. Church” was the subject of4 a talk made by the Churchman before the New Jersey Conference * Branch W. M. M: Society on Wednesday evening at Atlantic City. The aggres- sive and competent President is Mrs. J. F. Vanderhorst of Rahway. The meeting was inspiring. The Churchman arrived too late to hear the great de- liverance by Bishop D. H. Sims. LEG The Churchman was pleased to meet Presiding Elders J. F. Vanderhorst, J.L. Russ, and W. H. King; Pastors M. M. Ward (host), and W. A. Dor- There is Africa sey a ee LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ee Chicago, Illinois I am just in receipt of a copy of the “Woman's Edition” of the Christian Recorder, our official organ of the A. E. Church, and hasten to write splendid manner in which this issue heralds to the world information’ con- cerning some of our most noted women of the country. It is significantly gratifying to note appreciation for Women and a deep respect for the important part they have economic, always played in the civi business, social and religious life of our country. You have been instru- mental in giving to the world an ap- THE REV. R. H Presiding HARBERT Elder Pasadena, Calif. Bishop J. S. Flipper, 7th Episcopal District; Dr. L. L. Berry, Missionary Secretary, New York, N. Y.: Dr. R Reche Williams, Florida; The Rev. W C. Moreland, First Episcopal District; Mrs Mae Townsend, Arkansas; Mrs.’ T. H. Addison, Columbia, S. C Mrs. J. Leo Pottinger, Ardmore, Penna.; The Rey. Wm. J. Townsend, Elmwood, Penna.; Miss Sara Jane Cooper, Public School Teacher, P delphia, Penna.; Mrs. F. L. Bouey Mt. Lebanon, Due West, S. € My husband is already a subscriber and we always look forward with a great deal of anticipation to seeing a copy each week With kindest personal regards to you and each member of your staff, I am Sincerely yours, LaURSA SNELSON-HEDRICK Public Stenographer sraddock, Pa Mr. George A. Sing Di My dear sir and Brother I am a constant reader of this blessed old paper, the Christian Recorder. I don’t see just how I could do without it. Through jt I found so many of my old friends. May God ever bless you and yours REV, C. .L. LEONARD RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION portunity to know some of the women who are making a: tangible contribu- tion to world affairs, I have followed your closely during your editorship and am convinced that you are bringing much to bear in making the Recorder all that it should be. Of course I shall get subscriptions for you and shall do all that I possibly can to help you continue the good work periodical Christian Recorder 1940 716 S, 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please find enclosed $1.50 for re- newal of my Christian Recorder subscription, which you have so nobly wrought. wb eo See ===== DSC09028.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE SEVEN ———____SECORDE! ee oe EN study. If ever there was a time when | $200.00 to $250.00 per year, Class C will knowledgement by} (Vox De; i f : Vox P i aiden Re ae epee: = ae and not Vox| receive from $125.00 to $150.00 per year, Then he went back t ss the Voice of god! Class D, will receive $100.00 Saint Francis fee ae or ae ppl should be the Voice of the people and Ten sae ie ee f days in peace, 0 Ion h Jeet Of his | not vice ‘versa, -that time is now. said Department, Class A Mi es Srrhicaiee? ) ger the foe of the mi your Christ-like brotherly con- upon retirement. will” Seehee aee T : : _ | Sideration the synopsis of “The Murray | ¢s A P , Ev ie ie of this story is plain, Pension Plan,” follows: ; ® sell to $600.00 per year, Class B will A ery life, even boys and eee receive from $350.00 to $400.00, Class C Ej Let each Annual Confe i : be d rence hav, Y ceiv many enemies, waiting their chance to night know as “Retired Micros Rar pe ee daily so that he would not b ingry. e hi The wolf made ac 3 ; be : ONE WHO DARED NOT LOVE |THE 1940 GENERAL CONFERENCE AND THE A. M. £. REVIEW , : ae es take pride in the f % they. deliberately molq ot that As we stand on the thresho! ' the | by the way they present 4 ag Pig most epoc making General Conference \ an can be a con a Thoughtful churchmen and lay mem-|in the history of the church, specula-|of the Christian Recor AG, bers throughout the length and breadth | tion is rife as to what will happen there, Christian Recorder, Wester Goodby, I cannot call you less than friend, And yet, how could I call you more? The time has come that brings us to Make Our Community Christian _ Kingdom Come” in Me tant z : P= ma nC} get in an 5 Boe Class D will ceive $ aay of the A.M: F.Churchare now cerisus! | Some oe tHe matters that will come | Recorder nor feu. Ee ae eee ae Moen These enemies | Night” proceeds of which to be applied et ee — And leaves us there as lonely as be- | ly thinking in terms of the forthcoming | before us will be the matters affecting | Voice of Missions ie BE ‘Phil. 4: i Mite 2 ppietions, They|to the pension fund. Instead of 25%] shall receive $20.00 per eet of age ‘ F . mnie a i ee uy » vulgar and profane|of th eet Wecaie! LNe Tea fore, : : General Conference which will convene the Sunday School Union ; revision of publications Orthe A’ Mf; : words, strong drink, bad eupanee ae poss Money to the Pension] If I am elected to the Pension De- And we have said goodby in even |in Detroit, Michigan next May. In- the Discipline ; a consolidated board without reaching the conclus; as the Basic. tobacco, deceit, eeu cae me = re i it to 15%. Let each] partment I'l] attempt to establish my tones— : cluded in their thinking are a long list instead of nine separate boards; a Pen-|the aim of the said editor Topic @ great many others, Meany peonie ta eee make it rie that each| office at the A, M. E. Book ‘Goncern 3 Goodby! what was there else for us]of things which the Conference could |sion department and a Department of compilation of such news: ; lowing suggestions may be| to overcome these enemies by their own | the fe ne oe palary, toJin Philadelphia, Pa, The General Con- to say? do for the general advancement of the | Evangelism. 2 the opposite trend of tho. wn nnual Conference, on “retired ference can set my salary. With a com- the superintendent or leader strength. They usually do not succeed s to the introduction of the| at all. If they would do like Saint Fran- nd as preparation for the parts | cis, Putting all their trust in God, they iors will have in it.) could be sure of success. : hree meetings we* have talked ; he Kingdom of God. We have| THE JUNIORS TAKING PART r and over that it will come And both go on o’er life’s great step- | Connection. ping-stones And neither murmurs at the separate way. Ministers Fund.” 5% of the Ministers petent Pension Board, my personal ex- salary to be paid by whatever Church pense to the Church would only be my he is pastoring and the other 5% to be salary, : : paid by the minister from his salary. This makes a total of 10% of his earnings. A wide awake Minister can On this last matter—evangelism, Dr, In this release I shall discuss briefly | ©: J. Odum of Georgia js the leading the matter of the Editorship of the candidate. The church rejoices with A. M. E. Review as one of the offices | him that there is a growing, interest in which in all probability the General Con- | *¢Vitalizing the church, This oe evident ference will have to fill. The power of by the many articles appearing in the sin and destruction to, the of Christ Jesus our Lord. Su tem of propagating the doc Christ would mean, of cours. extend; to forward and advan. Saviour’s cause. Brethren whatever you do, don’t for- get the “Murray Pension Plan.’ ‘It will You have been kind to me; I shall re- not be any expense to the Church, In- i ar is 2 use his ingenuity and raise nearly the] stead of being a liability, it wi : : 3 2 aly eh men, communities, and na- Th “ i : eing a liability, it will be an } Your kindness with sincerest grate-|the press is only matched by that of | P@Pers concerning te sce ce also| Again our Church papers f ty find out Bad follow th il \f ee ate should ee dnestions | whole 10% by means of a Local Pension | asset to the Church, Our revenue from He oe the” allie: bead veces by: the: fcr that thirty-one bills were |most Gotesaie BPETEGY for ee ae ipsa a it zs ee of Saint Francis and| Fund Club; or by other suggestive] the Pension Department will be great t D EK : ide what other | discuss i i Z 5 : t ge And I haye been—your friend, and that |men speak are often forgotten except offered for evangelism in the last Gen- ne pends oF Ppouaht oe may or should do, and we at tar bees a ae ane, aco coughs fo pay me a salary and if the Be ees they are recorded by printer’s ink. The eral Conference. Our fight for a recog- | mind; spiritualizing the highe ly with Gables 4 fi ge of re ie Suides.) Presiding Elders can sponsor popu-| Church desire the financial Secretary jig Was all, what would we more or less? | acknowledged influence of the pen is nized. department of evangelism js in | placing the lower self under h of us must say somecting like ie Kin ie: ete ae mould larity contests in their District Confer-| will not have to pay me a Penny for 24 And yet, now we are parting—better |So preat that those who dre chosen tail Ime with our sister churches. They.are} The Scripture Quotations < Betine Rin edome ore Geass 16 | 5 fee i pe Se e e me? ence or Sunday School Convention, or anything, According to our Plan, the i o = odit ic" charell pcbefe dade eed making themselves felt in Innedont [imine andthe Se work a ere eres Joe rate n ime what the King- Keb oan means including a Pension] Pension Department will be fully cap- 5 a building and in meeting the challenge of |laymen and ministers | : : Sn ie ight. Every Minister and District | able of taki f itself. Arise ! ; i Sea haat pee ; g Ze ymen and ministers leayc 3 : pean ‘aking care of itself. Arise, Oh! I beer not that an hour to us be ae ea ie sees sit the Master to make disciples of all (surge, the abd. will: towar: a "ae oe He e ae the Kingdom js in me, how Conference delegate would be expected | sons and daughters of Allen and es- 33 spared— wees 7 j Ppy-go-lucky, careless} wi act toward other people? to pay 25c during the District Confer-| tablished the “Murray Pension Plan.” and reverence for our Gov minds of many. It is wc! among the regular readers . M, E. Church periodicals th There is one thing that I wish that you |in our ranks. might know; ’Tis this, I could have loved you had idual. I must take seriously the} 4. What good does it do one per- Is of Jesus, and must follow the|son to live a devoted Christian life? teaching in the Holy Bible. I ence Pension Night. Whatever amount }So mote it be, is raised will be used by. the Presiding Elder to apply to his individual Pension : ‘ Dr. Odum is the best fitted man in Tt is through the literature of any | the A. M. E. Church for this stupen- organization that thinking people ar-|dous task. First he has a strong mind _ . Sie x a have practices of mii i 2 ~ eT I dared, rive at some idea of its intellectual in- | 444 body; he has youth and high: in- [ganda is only used to further Bea soirit Lae will ie lite ee M, Feb. 19 ae Nowe Fund, _... _,| "®I| RESOLUTION ON PENSION FUND : & tegrity and moral strength, If we are Be Fae eat Stee € those o: > : clean heart. Those who are pessimistic will say,]| DEPARTMENT OF THE A. M. E, You smile, perhaps; yet if you knew* '8tty strength, Wwe are-tellectual qualifications to dignify the fof Christ. vhrist. I must have the welfare of Ps. 51:10-15]my salary is $3,000.00 a year, and if I CHURCH THAT WAS P the power to go forward and possibly gain new | department. = f The 3ist session of our Ge: ‘other persons in mind. I dare not live|T., Feb. 20 Right thoughts and words, raise or Rees 5% Of my Personal Bae TO THE DUNCENG et Of some hearts’ loving—if you knew, ground in our denominational set up; ee ference will be held in Detrc selfishly and at the expense of other Ps, 19:14.Jand collect the other 5% from my COUNCIL Sar I say, certain adjustments must be made. _ : His Plan ¢ in’ May, just a few ‘mont! people. I cannot be happy when they] W., Feb. 21 Forgiveness Church which makes a total of 10% a You'd understand me clearly when I| 1 am therefore asking the A. M. E. The Odum Plan seems feasible. First, | future and of course it is on ire not. I must take a firm stand against o Matt. 18:21, 22.] $300.00 per year to the Pension Fund. say this hour, Church to consider the Rey. Dr. Ed- create such a department in the forth- | of some of our laymen and evil, must haye none of it in my]|T., Feb. 22 Confidence. On the other hand if I deposit $300.00 Held In “If E-had dared!”—but there, go on |Ward Ernest Tyler for the Editorship coming General Conference, Second,}The names of many of ov - I must seek to make known to 2 Tim. 4:6-8] per year inva bank for ten years, my ATLANTA, GEORGIA of the A. M. E, Review. Dr. Tyler is one of a considerable number of well The mysteries of life are complex, | qualified but modest men in the ranks en the way of right living and|F., Feb. 23. Ready for service. tion, Only then can the Kingdom Rom, 1714-16 in me.” S., Feb. 24. Love—1) Cor. 13:1-13, elect a man whose fitness as a preacher | men ‘will be mentioned in ou and director of organized work will | papers, especially, such men reflect credit to himself and the depart-|W. E. Pruitt, J. W. I your way. Principle would be $3,000.00 plus $90.00 FEBRUARY 14, 15, 16, 1940 interest. Quite so, but according to pees our Pension Plan, upon retirement you By W. D. Shannon Ena, of our great church. He holds earned | ment. Third, so organize evangelism in| West Tennessee Conference; S. 5. Now for the story. It is of an ancient | Sun, Feb. 25. Topic—4. “Thy Kingdom | will receive from $500.00 to $600.00 per Indiana Annual Conference And hearts are riddles strangely hard | degrees from Howard University; | the church that its power will be felt, | Morris, J. H. Clayborn, F d one of the most pious and loy-] Come” in Me. Phil, 4:8, year, and if you live ten years; you to read; Drew University; Columbia University ; north, south, east and west... i Joseph Gomez, W. D. Miller, all Men in history. His name was Saint will have drawn between $5,000.00 and Recognition of a Separate Pension The human and divine so strangely |ang Union Theological Seminary. But Be: Odum’s Pian. points re such a/dates for episcopal honors and Dr ancis, and he lived more than seven] “THE MURRAY PENSION PLAN”| $6,000.00 and at your death, your wife Fund Department blend, these degrees which represent ripe and | movement properly organized and{ George A. Singleton who will b Mdred years ago in Assisi, Italy. His eee will receive $50.00 on burial expense and And love is made subservient to life's | sound scholarship are not all that he supervised will give this, our Bethel, a} mously re-elected to edit the Cis ile nature revealed itself especially] © By The Rev. A. L. Murray, Jr, | between $250.00 and $300.00 per vear.| ‘That the Connectional Council, be- need, is treatment of the animals and Warren, Ohio » whom he looked upon as part the family of God. More and more everyday I am be- e Wolf of Agobio. At a time when ginning to see the necessity of a more tancis lived at Agobio, the peo- | edequate provision for our wornout ere greatly frightened because of | Ministers, widows, and Orphans. The large fierce wolf which went all! main reason for the inadequacy in pro- tthe country, killing beasts and viding for worn-out Ministers, widows, ‘men. All their efforts to overcome | and Orphans is that we are not suf- memy were in vain, so they-were } ficjently interested in ourselves and care to stay within the city. Saint] to., about our neighbors. Usually you offers. He is a man of high ideals and has demonstrated that he is possessed | of a definite Christian experience, His or half the amount you received while cause of the inadequate provisions of our you were retired; as long as she is in present Pension Fund Department and widowhood, ~!*'l the embarrasi Ministers will be expected to retire at ation in whic the age of sixth-eight or seventy’ if| themselves afte they choose. With this Plan, “you reap J ficial se what you sow.” Hence it may be ad-|nize the visable to group them into four groups, fof an effectively planned and operated namely: A, B. C. and D. Class A will} Pension Fund Dep: be known as Ministers whose salary is from 53,000.00 to $4,000.00 per year.] Commitment to a Separate Pension Recorder and the Rev. Dr. °. 2 Coleman, the pastor of St. Joh: E. Church, Nashville, Tenn candidate for the editor of the S ern Christian Recorder. The African Methodism of today man who stood for the Church « ee ~) . | face of opposing obstacles in 1 DOES PROPAGANDA FURTHER] sce. And there are many other: THE CAUSE OF CHRIST? ~—|names are worthy to appc! quarter of a million’ new members in Ithe next four years. ; 2 Let us elect Dr. Odum in May and see our membership grow. “ J. THOMAS JAMAR Autaugaville, Ala. n situ- SNAPPY STORIES success and prominence as a pastor are too well known to require mention here. My association with him for the past The Anthem fifteen years has been and is yet so in- '|timate that no apologies are necessary Elder Watkins just back from the | for the claims which I make for-him. city, was telling his wife of the church} py. Tyler would in my opinion use ters find time of s 1 loes t e to the church, ¢ erative and immediate need tment he had CL ree he “Did you Rab any |the “Review” as a medium through = eat : ahs ParESS er Reis decided to help the situation,| cet out of life what you put into it,| Class B Ministers whose salary is is Bend) Depa ance Plan Ss of their songs? eee Ets No, Te- | which the best thought of the A. M. E, By Rev. A. H. Harris. se ee, Ganeerous poli ing all his trust in God, wentland hence, we pay a little into they {tom $1,000.00 to $2,000.00 per year] That the Sa oe coun shall plied the elder, “they didn t sing any-|Church would be offered and inter- Rock 'Vale, Tenn. Papers are filled ie ; ee ‘on into the country, all others| Superannuated preachers fund and con-| Class C Ministers whose salary is from | here and ‘now commit itself to oe thing but anthems?” “Well,” answered | preted to the world. : peepee lag eal aes eppuagande ota fraid to go along. As the fierce sequently we reap what we sow. 500,00 ua weer cusses tD eee a cobra pars ee the elder, “I can’t tell you just exactly, Me Dea en lf of the Revi i The Purpose of Propaganda is to}death to our connection. “made for Saint Francis with open TE onipattie Ministers of Atay Ministers whose salary is’ from $100.00 | tive Separate Pension Fund Depart- but if I'd say to you, ‘Betsy, the cows oe ee heating, [Present @ person, a cause, an article the man made over him the sign] yfethodism, would manifest equally. or ©. $400.00 per year. ment Plan not that of an irresponsible fledgling. T have faithfully subscribed to it for over sixteen years including the current year. Every honest churchman and lay | member in his or her thinking must agree that something needs to be done The first five years after the organi- zation of said Department, Class A Committee on a Separate Pension Ministers will receive on retirement | Fund Department Plan from $200.00 to $300.00 pear year; Class} That the members of the Connec- B Ministers will receive from $100.00 | tional Council shall forthwith request to $150.00 per year, Class C Ministers|the president of the Connectional or a course of action in such a way to curtail something else. The, propa- gandist seek to intensify the attitudes} . of those who are favorable to his pur-|_ DOES SPIR rhU At pose and reverse the attitudes of those DEVOTION INSPIRE * who are hostile and attract the indif- are in the corn,’ that wouldn’t be an anthem. But if I’d say, ‘Betsy, Betsy, Betsy, thr cows, the cows, the Hol- stein cow, the muley cow, the-Jersey cow, the spotted cow—all the cows are in, are in, the corn, corn, corn, Ah— etoss and spoke to him: “Come|paj¢ as much interest in the pension brother wolf, I command thee fund, things would happen. Worn-out ime of Christ that thou do no] Ministers, widows, and Orphans could @ nor to anyone.” conscientiously join in full accord with Was accomplished. The the Metropolitan Pastor and family, jn Jaws, stopped running} ynison and Praise; that the “Church is i i er place ~in i “Fine materials, beautiful aa a : At ive $85.00 per year, and Class | Council,Dr, V. M. Townsend to appoint % men!’ why, that'd be an anthem. Piaget ai in ae ate e ferent. The radio, newspap ; Ks work and pleasingly low and came to lie down at the) moving on.” “heaetbies ~ gj Wh Wer oe ick oh Riatcl's commitacch y pein a woe Wik ome t fis magazines, posters, s-meetings and _ prices charact ange friend, Saint Francis] The plan that I am offering is not ioe SaiematercPebsion “Mund © Departuient They Might Learn ore: to. him, and after a little}, haphazard impulsive avaricious tom him the promise that he} <cheme to popularize one self, but it is ‘more roam about to kill. In]. sound constructive plan that has been demonstrations of various kinds are} — among the media of propagan: atlas ro One of the most artful means of | Plan, This committee to consist of two (2) representatives (a minister and a A. M. E, Review and thereby help to push the race and the Kingdém of Six years after the organization of said Department Class A Ministers will ‘Gowns our needs. Catalog “Got any old clothes for the hea- State * layma fi ach Episcopal District then?” yy shseeiet is Zs propaganda consist of presenting inter- | aoe | fe eee carefully analyzed and scrutinized Lech oO aes Sune ee ikem ae ae page 11) “My daughter has some cast-off gar- J. LEO POTTINGER, D.D. |esting news in such a way as to fav DeMoulin.Bros. fy of th through years of concentration and lon retirement, Class B, will r ments, but I’m afraid the heathen} Pastor Bethel A, M. E, Church [a ; : p14 Shack Fourth 0) wouldn’t wear such clothes.” _ Ardmore, Pa, icy ===== DSC09029.JPG ===== orien = : i THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER re Peace NINE 6 nS CHRISTIAN BUSINESS-MAN FOR THE REVIEW aii it-] AN HOUR WITH THE BiBig en ay = a} rs of e forth Carolma Conference, iscopal District of the A. of the A.M.E. discipline, but they found out that he knew very little an nothing at all about it Mr. Burkett lost in this battle what he thought he might gain, thereby, went throughout the Conference try- ing to “bribe” the members of the A.M. Church with whom he came in contact. Members of the clergy offered advice, but the would-be po- tentate (Burkett), was of the opinion that no one could give him advice. He delighted in referring to them as being gangsters. On the 10th day of October, 1939, a trial committee was appointed to. in- vestigate charges made against Mr. Burkett, of which he had copies. Two charges had been preferred. One in substance charging him with OUR IMPRESSIONS OF _THE| Washington to Bermida; froni Ontario | sity atid her Committee found QUADRENNIAL CONVENTION |to Texas; Trinidad, arid South Ainéri- | teresting group aivaiting. ae OF THE WOMAN’S PARENT | ca to Boston, Massachusetts aggregat- The development of the varioiis finds MITE MISSIONARY SOCIETY ing four hundréd aiid tén delegates. |as the Sara Tanner Memorial Fuiid for | 0. Tf any of you lack wisdom, let hi, f God, that giveth to ail men {jj nd upbraideth not; and i 9, giveh hit. For Meditation —j,,.,.° CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, O€: Mts. Chfistitie S$. Sinith, president, }depeiideit widows and orphans of the la TOBER 11-18, 1939. A presided throughout the sessions with | foreign field a foresight of Mrs. Annie dignity and precision, with a fair mind | M. Wortham as a praise worthy effort. and impartial parlimentarian exactness,| The Mary Handy Student Fund for _ “The Seeker” skillfully blended so that no one stood worthy Students, the need was seen by I knocked at wisdom’s door above another. It was in the best | the prophetic vision of Mrs. Dovie K. She bade me enter Jin, sense,.a Conference, as no other in our Clark, past Recording Secretary. To listen, labor, watch, and kyo Church missionary history, Two returned Students Miss Mazie That treasures lie within, Second: It was youthful jn its make- Talbot of S. America who gave a good ae up. Seldom have delegates been drawn account of the first Kindergarten in I bade her fet me linger, from younger groups, many of whom British Guiana under her supervision, That I myself might know, ‘or Principles, Institutions or have years of usefulness before them. The joy, the pains, that she req : t is right that we should The friendships formed dnd plans out- Each mortal soul to know the names and memories of the the #hearsal of the things nspiréd. It abounds in atives of valor, chivalry, service. It tells of bitter individuals and nations who acrificed for the Institu- id principles nearest their hearts. re delight to honor the names who have gone forth and sac- Mrs. Alexina Washington Brown, Evangelist of promise expressed ap- i ‘ € sewing : lined will have long periods in. which er 5 5 . Fathers, who wrought wiser seeds of dissention and the other charg- ; ior develop. rea isis fences aid ao her I turned from wisdom’s doo than they knew. ing him with insubordination. - The a ‘Third? Chicago eaveoevidence: that at ve ay orce anes ‘S7Co- More studious, than before. men of God and the Church, reverend refused to meet the commit- i j the younger churches are coming of reania rae pen udent Saye us But still she calls.to.me Bayi sed; but their works follow ee : : tee as a “as been notified. He told 4] BE age. ‘They proved by thei deiner: a very charming Solo. “My child, there is more.” PT he fragrance of their lives is some of the brothers that he would | | . . ., | “Pilgrims By The Way’ a very laudable the desert air; but what a dif- MR. A. L. LEWIS not meet the committee because they 2) J tions that they were entitled to their s si * A THE REV. HOWARD D. GREGG didnot know wh | convictions. A few had delegates, | Pageant, presented by Mrs. Hazel T.|So tet me not depart it would ‘have made in their Jacksonville, Fla. Re oe Hity wereage graduated from colleges and universi- mez can be advantageously imitated From the path to her ope, d some of those roses, some of Mr. Burkett did not fully understand To my many friends throughout the ties but there seemed to be no™ fric- | bY the thirty Conference Branches. For there she has in store, Connection: I wish to announce myself jowers, some of this fragrance, A colorful figure in Florida African the statement, immoral conduct. He . oer : ; ; ila Se aS ater tion. The leaders were recognized on| We want to record most heartily the| That wisdom, that knowk eric Oo eee tas Cena He we See ae Chris-}as a candidate for the A. M. E. Re- ak emeged saci eae the basis of true worth and accepted | efficient Musical-and Literary achieve- human cannot know. 1 fhe fragrance and hear the ve ae eae eee ras Pee ae ets nee Eynbca tae feserves'toibey 66. 3 femine seductive point of MRS. MARY S. C. BECKETT |their rightful place. ment of the late Mrs..Sada J. Ander-| HENRI KATE WHITE, | ee scr eciation. Ee en ee ence blood’ of the. church snd I view. He didnot see wicked, unjust, Past Corresponding Secretary Fourth: It was a working Confer-}son in a wide spread service—“The- Chattanooga, doubt they would have lived long- School. The Rarer wae E ae Rae sche a Lbs abn ee *| dishonest, vicious, and dissolute : ence and from this standpoint its ut- | Manuel” and thousands of Tracts con- ee d would have lived better. We be- |... Patios when he pe Mek se se a eae airy cotton | The committee investigating charges We have been requested by a num- |terances and worth-while achievements |tributed by her netted the treasury Ss interpretations and shor © ae f f 2 5 de recommendations for his suspen- in giving some of this honor and |;. , delegate to the General Conference. | ¢h, imi Paro hie suspen Wh c B UB: é oa € 2 - © respect of similar publications ber of friends who attended, and many }|were acknowledged and appraised. | $800. ‘0 will follow in her steps? eee TO in life; hence this Resolution. Zl . cS ee z a 9 sion, and the Presiding Elder of the : owl ‘ THE CHRISTIAN RECORD: F eee ra ae ACNCSN | ebroughout the word, Vearnestly 00° |Dsi 6G on which he wae nacta, ' who were not permitted to go to the ; The coming minutes will deserve a care-}_ To the marvelous address of uN Wherever a group of people work! 1, surance Company, worth over a mil- licit the support of my many friends | oo. ded him (Burkett) ¢ ne os Twelfth Quadrennial Session’ of the|ful reading by all interested (also| President, Mrs. Smith we give unstinted a 2 ether for a common goal or end, onedoliare: Sea rindootsiciea the, very heat that ae ee Cemare eo ra . inte one . . eae . . y . + Sterial O Cla ies 0 1 A a Woman's Parent Mite Missionary So-|“Voice of Missions” Nov. issue) in |recognition for glorious achievements WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY there is always given 2 2 ire I have. Cineeh itt ties a oe vie 1 Go: > on 5 z wae : WILBERF ‘ i : = POSEN MURIEL SUH ciety, to give our impressions of the | World Missions. The School of Mis- |in developing our missionary Organiza- ORCE, OHIO the responsibility and uty of HoraeD Grace ie ee 4 be i 3 & ei 5 A + «age . Founded 1856 ERSHIP. Leadership pre-supposes 3 Bethel erence which would dispose of his Convention held at Chicago. This is an | sions was indeed a much needed de-|tion and activities during the number Pee Pa caiedse (rision, faith; abil: | Ministry. is being elevated, and mads Third St. Bethe re effort to present calmly and sympa-|parture. The painstaking competent | of years past. Major emphasis is being Degree Courses Offered in the " a es Ieee. i piace Restve aid A. M. E. Church Gi aad oe ea aS thetically, our impressions which grew | instructors of experience provided the }|made upon the problems that lie ahead. Following Fields: a ic Bee ond ee opal Distict oct WHEREAS: |We believe and lnow, Richmond, Va. aointed Se ae ne 5 i i out of that amazing gathering, also |classes with facts on missionary prob- | We quote a portion of the message : Liberal Arts and Science—Hic! ¢ ; A. M. E. Church has, for years, | that this progress and these accomplish- blessed with a leadership of the|ments are due, in the largest possible st and finest type. We have had | measure, to the unselfish and fine lead- |The General Conference of 1940, a ‘our illustrious leaders such high|ership of Bishop Davis; and copy sent to the Church and secular Teacher Training—Elementary Te: Training—Commerce—Health and sical Education—Vocational Educa members: of the Confe reviewing the multiple and various|lems as required in the new and |“My hope and prayer is that the women types of missionary growth and success | Christian road. Oceans jf {valuable }of the Church~ will fully realize the through the years which now presents | information were boundless, as we think | importance, possibilities and the oppor- If, but he Burkett might come to I trusted his judgment smart with . the committee and walked ot Bur- a challenge to the Christian Church. |of the challenge which will confront |tunities for constructive work in our Home Economics—Agriculture— ‘ a as the sainted Bishops B. F.| WHEREAS: The Program of this | papers, and a copy be spread on the |} 41; tought His-way was xiebt Our belief and close observation is that |the groups. It is difficult to over esti- | foreign as well as our home fields, and SENIOR RESERVE OFFICER ; w, W. J. Gaines, Levi J. Coppin, J.| District js unique; and essentially the | face of the Minutes of his Conference The -Good. Book: says, “There is a our work has gone on in boundless |mate the indelible impressions of this|in this realization understand that a ; ING UNIT Johnson, Abraham Limcoln| program of Bishop Davis; and of even date, as of record. Meyiwhich scemeth risht anto a man: i changes. ~The methods of the mission- | surpassing work. Too much _ praise | goal may be set that for generations to Accredited by North Central As , and Wm. H. Heard, all of| WHEREAS: We feel os oa _ Adopted by The Western ev Core Bavceuelleni thereat are the wanaoor ary enterprise have changed and are | cannot be given our Secretary of Mis-}come men and women will raise up and Cieicseeengeecndary 5 s memory. ees lola eae ee lina Cale ee m ae ae. death.” Prov. 14:12 aus ever changing. There are new forms |sions, Dr. L. L. Berry and Mrs. E. |call us_blessed. You can make daily For ° aaa ec crnat a Sse pente: = oh Pes tee bag beats ati eae ee | Neciti’ Carolina | mee aupncg te by newspapers, advertizing, radio, leaf-|B. Isaacs, Secretary of the Y. P.|tasks lighter, can help to make the : d ir day and g = Bese eee irra Wicicious Koc: | Caap xcncs Ghee wera prescnt. anc 2. wh oe ae s icin cic” complancated by. predcline | Deparment oa... Be cea ve Seuss oy eee es ten Ge shall coke back ‘to Approved and adopted by the Trus- oe ra aa vt A Rock I teaching, healing, which were methods |these and other classes we caught the }men, can help to turn the humble dwel- i — eter as us again, and go with, and before us,| tee Board of Kittrell College, Dec. 12,| (0°08) (0) | Bal TIN NO of our Lord tried and true, and the|vision and inspiration of God’s own]ling of the underprivileged into homes a was left to the Rt, Rev.|into the land of promise. 1939. Ban ee el SERA response of the Living Spirit who came | vision for the future and His wisdom ]|of beauty, can help make education ———— et 3 = H. Davis, a man of prayer, a) BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED: Respectfully submitted, he Sainted Bishon BaF. Lee! under to seek, and to save and to make the | for the present. All praise to the won- | available, to all people, can rear tem- +3 of Giion, ieyalty; learning, faith,| First—That we express by this Reso- J.D. COWAN. SAS NRE a NN ia oyy Christian Church the most powerful, |derful arrangement of the program by | ples of worship where none exists, can erience and love; and a leader, per- | lution, our appreciation and thanks to oe PELLED | mitted to the Conference, predicted that tireless and the most persuasive agency | the committee. It is not easy to put]}bring joy into the hearts of the dis- ifferent in some respects, from | Almighty God for this Leader, who has!pey. E, V. BURKETT neta he (Burkett) would give the Church of human history. We are to go for- |on paper the tremendous thrill that took | couraged and can bring hope to the who went before; but this differ- | a vision; and pledge to Larios ey 2 FROM A. M. E. C SHURA Gauhiés Began thelehadon ward with much improvement that will] possession of our souls. The Holy | helpless.” wais needed, for the . and apace to us for another Qu SORA aloe si me doubt; that rate ome to pass meet the obligations and requirements |Communion Service where seven hun-| We wish to express our deep grati- t task of restoring confidence, | ren é ‘ ne eee ‘he good Bishop’s prophecy has come \ of the new day jn the future. dred women arrayed in spotless white |tude, and friendly cooperation through fe itself to a discouraged constitu- “ene See a A.M, E. Expel Refractory P i true, Home Missions have, in a large meas- | seemed to catch a foretaste of that com-|the many yeats to our thousands of fais en aad pledatngrres operas By J. Cophes Jarrett We do not know just what the detec- ure, been the key to this situation and | pany which no man could number. missionary workers, who have, by kind- Il College, the Light-house of | ful roar qupport to: the limit of cour tives wanted him for in Jacksonyille, our opportunity. Hundreds longed for| Fifth: The Convention was only the ly words, appreciated our effort of lecond Episcopal District was al- ae Es epes Berke tao or heae reek aso there Florida, last summer; but we do ik this fellowship, and thought real help |beginning of our task, “To whomsoever | Missionary Information Keep Building. ost, and for a time did close, in | ability, Quite his record from the churches over which Third,—That further, we memorialize was a report to some of the papers, lead i i al Conference, meeting in ating that there had been ten churches Beaten citel Detroit Mich, May, 1940; stating that apni: from the connection. The and hand redemption to ve we appreciate the work of Bishop Davis, S pott bai as ay or igesy Inwns; hope |and need a continuation of his services |""7.. Roy, Mr. E. V. Burkett, who past = nd the and leadership, in orders fo cety ice has served several appointments in the confidence are resto an : son and develop: | 22° 5 de cane ee oving sea Med Sanam ‘onferences of the Ninth Episcop: Sse elit kaka District in géneral, and Rca ae an attempt to take the ees ie : ot Kittrell College in particular. St Paul Church, Ozark, Ala., of which ee Bi a Fourth—That we apnea ae he was pastor. Quite a number of p ently an: 4 f as pastor. : as ooo” selves to the approval and SuEP Ore the membership had aE sane i. SS) RE inistrations program: er 5 ctrines the reveren EREAS: This and, the other |the Usman : es of these Resolu- | erroneous doctrir one Sag suite District are enjoy- Fifth—That 2's LAA Davis, a copy teaching. They trus : Segroas ie : ity d tions be given to pag eetiy because they thought he knew the law ess and prosperity; an ‘ * f : HEREAS The standard of the |sent to the Episcopal Committee 0! : t esi would come like a ray of light, and|much is given of him shall much be - hope to the discouraged, and yet hope-= required.” Our work cannot be dull. |“o keep us building Master, may our ful, delegates. Did Chicago accomplish | Inspiration comes through daily devo-j] hands what was expected? Was it worth |tion, reading, leaflets, sermons, con- i og ee while? Chicago may not have accom- | ferences, vision and education. The in-| Ne’er falter when the dream is in our plished all that was desired, and yet in | spiring reports of Conference Branches hearts, . another phase it did more and actually | revealed much of routine application | When to our ears there come, divine set in motion, processes of fruit which |and study with cooperation of the commands ‘ may not mature immediately but in | members and which can only be accom-|_ - , ripe + to : the near future become the makers of | plished at the end of the struggle for | And all the pride of sinful will departs : strong, healthy students, missionary | the best spiritual power and faith in| yw, build with Thee,O grant endurance, also a great FINANCIER. i workers and leaders, our Saviour. worth. dress 1124 E. Pulaski St. Fo Several features were particularly | The school of Missions as carefully | ry : 2-790). ; i i iy . PHONE: noticeable, First: the assembly con-|and intelligently planned by Mrs. | Until the Heayenly Kingdom comes on paler thy Texas sisted of representatives from Yakima, | Frederick Jordan of Western Univer- earth.” . * eee iepeeme on end start over: ae he has served. Bishop Sims appointed him as one of the Presiding Elders of the South Conference. He never was able to take charge of the District; but the District took charge of him. Committee investigating charges: Revs. H. T. Coleman, R. L. Upshaw, Jx Gre Jarrett: Trial committee: Revs. R. B. Me- Millan, F. A. Anderson, A. Gordan, H. T. Coleman, H. W. Pouncy. Attorney for the church: Rev. M. C. Miles, Ss Evangelist Mrs. M. C- eg is now making up her Sche‘t for 1940, those desire a Wo" ‘l Evangelist may write this Gost” Preacher. She has a N er Reputation as a winner of 5°”, ase 3 A ===== DSC09030.JPG ===== , however, express our enthusiasm for your histrionic and musical achieve- ments alone,” the citation read. “We honor you chiefly as a man—a man of tremendous stature, energy and physi- cal dexterity; a man of brilliant mind, a man whose sensitive spirit makes possible your Penetrating interpreta- tions; and a man who, above all else, travels across the world as an exemplar of the humanity and the greatness of our democratic heritage.” son said that his enthusiasm for Hamil- ton College had been fired by a long acquaintanceship ‘with Alexander Woollcott, alumnus and member of the okie THE CHRISTI N R) Hamilton board of trustees. | News At A Glance | Mr. Robeson also expressed the hope that “If and when this troubled, war- torn world were reorganized, not only Western culture, but also that of Hin- serted. A clip on the tube enab! eats s : aii » surance Companie, . bather to release the flow of water and | por, tions, establish a Mationa! 5, th P in) turn it off at will. The bucket is filled solve the present mort with water and hung high up on a wall problem. oa orataig bracket or hook. An ordinary wash- He proposed to distrib NINETY-FOURTH MILESTONE | The African M. E. Church at New- “TRANSITIONS PAUL ROBESON GETS HAMILTON ey BECoeE dus, African and Chinese would each|tub may be placed below in whi the farmers and enact eta 2g Father ved the Sth: Birthday: of contrifuite-fo" the: realization" ot'a' iene | Bathe stands to catch the drippings. behalf, edi Larne ie 10 they Father Cannon a superannuated min- Be SP etaes ; , ped IN MEMORIAM ister on February 3, The Christian Re- corder congratulates the old veteran, the thoughtful congregation and pas- tor, the Rev. Raymond Grant Taylor, and lasting human culture.” i Concluding the exercises, Mr. Robe- son sang a group of selections, among them “Water Boy” and “Ole Man River.” Also heard was the Hamilton College choir directed by Professor Paul A. Fancher. ‘ College Confers Honorary Doctorate NEW NAZI BAN ON JEWS on eate a national Corporati, aly of Humane Letters le and distribution of small : os He advocateg legislation.“ . *. 3 ~ 2 ba 1} en agi Friends Who Receive Them May Be ‘Monopolies, the Construction of a Evicted by Landlords ee dwellings for workers, im employment aid, intensificai campaign against tuberculo, CLINTON, N. Y.—Paul Robeson, dis- tinguished Negro actor and concert singer, was presented with the honor- tay degree, Doctor of Humane Letters, DEATH The funeral of the Rev. S. P. Felder, BERLIN, (A.P.)—Landlords have the right to dispossess any tenant who | other disease: d : 2 eee in the Hamilton College chapel this es a eee See 5 5 x ene hog MARE AS ES, “Art ‘ u veteran retired minister and prominent iota a COMFORTABLE Cows ee oe rates are Mississippi churchman was had on : ic The degree was conferred at a spe- ——a s Panne ie istri Febr 6 at Bethel A. M. E, District Court of Koeslin, ruaty Oat Bethel A. M, E. Chueh, cial convocation presided over by Dr. Experiments for using rubber cow- Publicati ict j Las eae : s : : ublication of the verdict in the press fares W. H. Cowley, president. In the cita-]beds instead of concrete and straw indi i Y _ DEATH ) 3 1 z % today indicates it may serve as a prece- The bureau h: ; tion, Dr. Cowley described Mr. Robe-| have been going on for some time, as dent in other parts of Germany. Th eal as developed ...,.. Eases straw in some sections of the country ‘ye c candy formulas containing son as a “student, athlete, lawyer, ac- tor, singer and great American.” “In honoring you today, we do not, court held no German should have social relations with Jews, § = The Jews of Frankfort on the Main “Mrs, Melissa V. Jacobs, wife of the late Dr. Burchell G. Jacobs, former Pastor of Madison and Goultown, N. J. is costly, since it must be _ changed, regularly. And some agriculturists say it is unsanitary, The rubber bedding Percent whey solids. The y1,.. : not only ‘reduce the EXCESsive oy, mess of these candies, ani THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE ELEVEN a ee tne, SEEN A BISHOP DISAGREES RESOLUTION ON PENSION FUND DEPARTMENT OF THE A. M. E. CHURCH THAT WAS PRESENTED TO THE CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL (Continued from page 7) Tepresented in the Connectional Coun- cil. Fair-play to all authors of Pension Fund Department Plans That the committee on Separate Pen- sion Fund Department Plans shall in- vestigate all avai invite authors le plans and shall id plans to appear before the committee to clarify their Tespective plans Evolvement of Separate Pension Fund Department Plan That the co ttee shall were directed to stay off the streets during the coin-box collection of Win- ter relief funds today and tomorrow and during all future collections. They also were instructed to -stay in their own homes after 10 P. M. Previously, m they had to remain off the streets aft that hour, but could Visit friends. and mother of Donald, passed away at her home in Kingston, N, Y., Saturday, January 6th after an illness of three weeks. “Funeral services were held at the A.M. E. Zion Church, Kingston, N. Y., Tuesday afternoon, January 9th, Eulo- gy was delivered by the Rey, Mr. Ker- - tin, pastor of the church and remarks : AITS FOR US IN THE HOME] >y Rev. H. A. Garcia of Jersey City. BEAUTIFUL All the churches of Kingston were represented by their pastors. “Mrs. Jacobs was for years an ardent slab is fastened to the floor and the walls of the cow stalls. It needs no replacing, cleans readily and even the kicking of a cow can’t. cause any dam- age. their nutritive value, but, by d some of the more expensiy, ents, tend to lower the cost o n ture, - The manufacture of cloth; ES. ilk has passed beyond ¢} : er ‘ : r ISHOP ROBT. A. GRANT mental stage. Clothing mad Oe eee casein has a fiber with many characteristics of wool. Paten:. Process developed by the by aes been made available to all MEMPHIS, Tenn. (A.P.)—Thelios. _ Commercial Appeal, which once, dur-1 Casein fiber is not as strong ing the Civil War, was Printed with | but it has the same resiliency shoe-blacking for ink, celebrated its]the same dyes. 100th birthday the other day with a Z 5-pound, 328-page edition. Its ‘history | YOUR OWN SHOWER For a small. home, country or sea- BI shore bungalow and the like, a very simple shower bath arrangement can be installed for the mere cost of a show- er hose with sprinkler attached. A hole is drilled in the side of a bucket near the bottom and the rubber tube with a shower sprinkler attachment is in= ee ee PRINTS 328-PAGE NEWSPAPER m In accepting the degree, Mr. Robe- Home Beautiful. Truly we miss his by side with him in rendering loyal| © ti Christian Church is Bishop C. C, Alleyne, veritably a forward-looking pro- the African M. E. Church ought be ment. The good bishop is a subscriber nuary 31, 1939, Our dear beloved worker in the New Jersey Conference} to the Christian Recorder. He does Plan in to Law Robert Abraham Grant, husband Branch W. H. M. Society and as a| Ot agree ‘with the person who BUST | Phat. the, Connection shall adopt d Son-in-Law, passed from us to the help-meet to her husband stood side| ested that the column called “The the pre dopt any ay evolye One of plans presented or BISHOP C, C. ALLEYNE African M, E. Zion Church Philadelphia, Penna, a plan of its own Report of the Committee on Separate Pension Fund Department That the com ittee shall report to Council the plan fay- ored and shall mention. the names of One of the choicest spirits in the the Connectiona the authors of the three most meritori- het. He believes that his church and ous plans, ade one. With him we are in agree- Proceedure for Enactment of adopted Separate Pension Fund Department rred_ pl modification; 5 nued. But says it is “One of the best of or without nate one hurchman Afield” should be discon- CHURCH IN CUBA cessful Quarter both spirjtua MRCE HEAD IS DEAD IN OHIO REV. J. J. MORANT, Presidir MRS! B. L. CRI the February 28 election. He promised to enlarge upon Cuba’s friendship and commerce with the ; United States, to work for new treaties with other nations “based on strict reciprocity,” and ‘to reorganize- the diplomatic corps: where necessary for economic expansion, ti Dike a : : Batista pledged himself to reorganize] . Sie Church ee ae the treasury, pay public employes back $1 ‘ pe Jenuar ao ty, We Artes Wautitoke Hie cate Ahh tan en ii eSee eT POP bilize the peso on a par with the dollar, inant VO eid hope : pt tan {clear of all debt. Now we ! regulate by legislation the operations} '°#" Of + ; | fix roof and windows and rebuil i PEL. | " have whic fy burne¢ _ SING GOSPEL SONGS. _ J }sonage which was recent Becretar Til Tell It Wherever 1 Go—10c B. H. WOODFOLK, Se Precious Lord, Take My ae ota — She was. a conscientious christian whose Christ-like life was worthy of] / emulating. In the passing of. Sister Martin the church has lost a loyal mem- ber who always willingly did her duty. She was cultured, gentle, kind and loving. The things of life were great, helpful, noble, uplifting; Sister Mastin thought on those things. Surely ‘A great one in Isracl has fallen.” We are not thinking of her as dead, but of her as having moved from her earthly home to her heavenly home where she will endure no more suffer- i d pain, as pete. of God well done, Rest be thy well employ in Wilmington, Ohio and at force University. After her hus- ity closing up this work at Mit- Il in 1920. She moved to Cleve- id liyed with her children’ until ath, ressive funeral services were held lay with Dr: Joseph Gomez, pastor James A. M. E. officiating. iving are two daughters, L. Pearl ell, Cleveland: social worker with ‘she lived; Bessie Mitchell Wat- Los. Angeles, California; two sons, Lloyd Mitchell, Toledo, Ohio and il Mitchell, social worker; a hter-in-law, Mrs. Lucille Mitchell, SOMERSVILLE, TEXAS Rev. F. D. Holloway Pays Morts:s¢ ing National Academic Cap and Gown] Company Ponts 821 - 23 Arch Street co Paula Gace Send for New Catalogs. “We carry a complete line of Crosses, a de Siitachoomsel: 10c Broly ; You've fought the battle : CRE hg PGs ee eee Dc cE i leveland: tw rand-daughters, ou : Saar Communion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin How About You? SEF a 10c : — e Watkins. Pe Kadetes, Calif, and And the victory is in ter’s joy.” Boards, Hymn Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, etc. : : ves ‘Ghe Bes joa CHEW, Ji. McGee au Yok City and one You've entered the Mas eR eh Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. _ THOMAS A. DORSEY FUNERAL DIRECTOR Bhd { Mitchell, Cleve-| The funeral services were by her pastor, Rev. J. D. Boyd, assisted Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands, eed || | é Oakwood Blvd. Dept. G. "2121-23-28 Christian St. Ph» q E; ai ae —— a i Sister Martin was born in Abbeville} Glowi son of Calhoun Falls, Miss M Sam Adams, Mr. and Mrs. B. T, John- Arye shave son, Mesdames R. G, Massey, Sarah A. Ried, Rebecca Smith and many at large will help Oklahoma me i “Benial smile and constant care but we] corvice at the various charges he Be Sey ne 4 the — three ored au- goes back to the establishment in 1840 HATTIESBURG, Miss ae with joyful assurance that our] soryeq” columns in the paper. PRErE MS! SOME= Fh Ore oF plans, oF any one of ‘ts choice, of the old weekly Memphis Appeal, Pa oe meeting will be joyously and mutually H. A. GARCIA thing always Stripping in it. BsCaait beeen othe Sconce Separate Pension Hh | which was made a daily in 1847, During es Veni = om E Thappy; therefore, we shall ee ! a a rip ace Department Plan;) shall | the war the Uni i Pana em District. at H ue ful advance to the Home Beauti- DEATH : editor thanks Bis Alley ment its d in re e to th BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND |} ae neainice: Der Miss; Rey. G. W. Simth, p stor; Rey Berry Pee chet cian uctted = ie ne SE rae a General Conference in order that the S A V E M O N E Y ! Press into a box car, wandered over the |7~ J+ Morant, Presiding 1 ; y the Crystal Sea. Sire emaent oman of Watts) a] © a te e oF os venié a Bae eet ec ame the lass of = South for three years. The Commercial] their first Quarterly Conic be Lovingly, has passed Depa e genet , ; wee se WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF Appeal became a member of The As-|Uaty 14th & 15th, ) MAUD E. GRANT, Wife : yi par HN SY eas CHOIR GOWNS sociated Press in 1875 with charter} Zhe Rev. J. J. Morant ER. B; BROOKINS, Fathert-in-Law| On “December 13, 1939 the soul of et de PULPIT GOWNS No. 19. away on a very sad occasion hs a Sister Violet Martin, wife of the Rey.} by Rey. EF: Johnson and other minis- VOICE FROM OKLAHOMA CHOIR HATS oe ul Secs absence the worthy ae G ' iaace J. W. Martin took its flight to the ane the ene err: Sapulpa, Okla. VESTMENTS BATISTA PLEDGES REFORMS | - Smith, officiated. He heli « us IDOW OF FORMER -|Great Beyond, priate music was rende e choir, remarks of the beautiful One of the P nisters of the HANGINGS financially. He preached two ee County. The daughter of the late Mr.] Christian life were expressed by Mes- Oklahooia (Gs, Rey. M.D ‘ ’ s 5 and inspirational sermons, at | M. EV|ELAND, Feb. 9—Mrs. Mal-Jand Mrs. Richard Wade. dames Mary Pressly, Susie Devlin, Brookins, der 1 life January. ' EMBROIDERIES Strong Man’ to Seek Closer U. S. it : f Ohio's best known] She was a life-long member of Shady| Brothers A. Green andy). Pi Pr 2lst. This leaves only three ministers YARD Ties If He’s Elected President and 7 P. M, Sunday. Mitchell, one of Ohio's ey ; , OBI iatye Wee eae Boe ks Dae SITE pes DS 5s Monday night the Conferc as T Citizens and widow of Dr.}Grove A. M. E. Church where she was My 9 tlie was read by " rs of the Indian Mission territory con- GOO! — A oe cuartel i il- ctiv elped the vari- harton. The services were very lar ference namely, Revs. M. W: Austi ‘ held. Receipts rajsed this a el T. Mitchell, president of Wil-|an active member who help ‘ sat eis amely, { Austin, TRIMMINGS HAVANS, et i Wide-spread $489.77 With the leadership : ce University from 1884 until} ous pastors of the church all that she] ly attended with relatives and friends: oir and your humble ser STOLES economic and social reforms were pro- Loe ies —. 1 di me of her} could. At the Time of her demise she] Mesdames R. G, Searles and Corinne }y yy, Granberry, We have wit ee $ great-men and their wives, w death 1901 died at the hon could oe le ara ick, Mr. Hilliard ACADEMIC Posed today by Colonel Pulgencio Ba- failure. ghter, Miss L. Pearl Mitchell here] as a member of stewardess board No.] Freeman of McConmie , Mr, Hi Ea the growth of the State of O CAPS tista, Cuba’s “Strong man,” in his plat- REV G. W. SMITH, P Mrs Mitchell was 88 years old.}one and a loyal member of the P. B.| Dunlapp. and others of Mt Carmel, | from one to three annual conferences. GOWNS AND form as a candidate for President in epee 9 Bae” of Virginia, she taught], S.No. 35 Shady Grove. Mesdames Rena Hill and Nancy Daw-|} pave eos the Cliuisch ‘grow: from Baret mission field, to a Prosperous metro- Allen of Detroit, Mich, Mr. and Mrs polis, worked and helped the church, we are asking that the church ‘ d give others of Abbeville and other. places us a Bishop jn the person of Rey. W.D. that the writer didn’t get. Miller. This is the prayer and cry of Interment was in the church cemetery. | a4) o¢ Oklahoma. We have never had Mr. W. I. Peek, Undertaker of Ander- |, general officer from this State, We son, Was in charge. have been loyal to the Church and now There she was left by sorrowing rela- we are asking the support of all con- tives and a host of friends to sleep a cerned to elect Rey. W. D. Miller Bish- peaceful slumber under a blanket of op. Let it be clearly understood that flowers until the resurrection morn] wo don’t want to be selfish concerning when we'll meet to part no more in the | our wanting Rey, Miller to be Bishop ; realms of glory where there is peace} put our cry is HELP OKLAHOMA and joy, where angels are saying “Holy! ] elect Rey. W. D. Miller Bishop! Holy heaven and carth are full of thy REV. J. M. GRANBERRY glory!” SUBSCRIBE TO ELLA J. WHARTON THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER One who loved her ===== DSC09031.JPG ===== ta Oe a Poe ee eee FEBRUARY ea ga cat : . 2 iy rich in chs oe CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE THIRTEEN ‘ Church history and practical missionary Th fe 2S err eme g s eee N otices Mesdames Sarah Murphy and |helps and advice. He said in part: ne end d Serer nrEN ce oi IS THE THING. ES Georgie Murphy, Trenton, New Jersey; | “The: Missionary program includes the ; IN MEMBERSHIP You ‘may iat . d pl seme A M E MUSIC GENERAL CONFERENCE BULLE-| Leola Carr Jennings, Flushing, New|men as well as the women. How can | February 21—South Florida D GIVING Call eg cote se ee feos : . 3 Tm York; The Rev. Wm. A. Dorsey. we make it meet the needs of the | Miami, Fla. St. Payy Fonte mane aang ee, a ie etme HYMN Bee people? As we lengthen our cords we Young. Bishop 4. y ae XR inued from page 1) comb abevats ALS Im view of the fact that we are build- ing a visual exhibit of the African Methodist Episcopal Charch, we earm-| NINETY-FIRST ANNIVERSARY estly request that you as paster send a pleture of your church (postal card size), and also a pleture ef yourself. DONORS AND NEW SUBSCRIBERS must strengthen our stakes. The greatest opportunity the Church has to-night for missionary endeavor is in the State of Oklahoma; there are hundreds of towns where our people live that have no A. M. E. Churches. 0kes, - 28—Central Florida Con: Tampa, Fla. st. ie James Murray, 506 Harrigo ‘ Bishop H. y, Tookes, —" * April 10—Delaware Con Ce ference 1p) ford, Del, Rev. J. w. w, tended by a faithful few. But if there is a message when the Lord’s Day comes people will be there you may rest as- assured. They left the city of Jerusalem and went down to the Jordan, out into the country as it were, to hear a MES- ev. Hunter. of Jackson- sss Manager Johnson of Ed- ters College has been named a’s favorite son for the bishop- Brand new A.M.E. Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head Bands and Beautifully stamp. 1 in th : SAGE. The Gospel message is still Gold are offered at these We also urge Presiding Elders te send| The Rev. Joseph Gomez, Cleve- J Oil is everywhere ; in their backyards Pastor, Bishop David Hen; a John Clayborn of Arkansas, the great need of our civilisation, A Prices. their picture. It is eur desire te have land Ohio $10.00 [it is being pumped continuously, and \ 17—New Jersey Renferc. 4 the Southern Christian Re-| preacher may read all sorts of books & om display, the pictures ef ome theus | Mrs. E.-B. Mack. the people are receiving their royalties 7 Trenton, New Jersey, Mt. 7 also eae Floridians, was |and be very ‘conversant in the: same Sige and or more A. M. E. Charches and Maryland 1,50 | constantly, but no Church to care for Rev. A, C. Clark, Pastor Bish nd active throughout the con-|but unless and until one absorbs The ingle Copy — $199 their pastors and Presiding Elders. |Mrs<James O. Mackall, Drexel | their spiritual needs. David Henry Sims, | . Book, which is God talking to man, GEORGE W. BABER Park; Penna... ix) 1.50 The time has come when the A. M. ladelphia, Penna, Zion A \ Practical and human leadership | and spends time in prayer, which is Half Doz. a $ 6.56 Local Commission Chairman |M. C. Caldwell, Midway, Ala... 1.50] E. Church mus¢ cut down its overhead | May 1—Thirty-First General es shop Tookes was never better|man talking to God, one will be short 4223 Brush St., Detrelt, Michigan | Mrs. R. L. Peguese, Columbia, expenses, more money of what we re- ence—Ebenezer African ue ee oe age ron Peo ee ieee ae One Doz. — $12.00 — + »' e Di: 1 i Mu: Ss a comin; u SC ee ae 1,50 | ceive must be dovoted to the cause of Church, 4225 Brush, Detro, .. amy eye eee alee ne as a tHe a pan. TENN. ANNUAL STATE COUNCIL|Miss Glendora Smith, Bryn Missions. Mich. Senior Bishop J. s Flip. Megas ment, every s ; re! E The Presiding Elders, Ministers, Con- ference and District Officers and Lay- Re ee re The women of the Church are-the ack-bone of our Missionary endeavor. Subtract the women from the Church per, Bishop J. A. Gregg Hog, The Rey. R. S. Jenkins s.. Sec. George W. Baber, Pastor 4 every sermon always leading al- MAE Mion ging his followers to “come on} MUCH IS BEING said and quite a ‘ork of the Lord.” ~ deal is being done along the lines of Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage workers of Tennessee are called to Okla oa ee 1.09 {and you have nothing. 29—Philadelphia Conference_pj;, NT’S COMMENTS ig he ae oe a joan si A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN meet at Jackson, Tennessee, February] W. M. Washington, Kingston, Miss; | The Missionary spirit_is too often ladelphia, Penna., Zion A. \ E os ne 8 8 ue eeu, nee Dae Weieted TI6-18 So. 19th Street, 28, 10:00 o’clock at Greater Bethel A.|J. L. Harkless, Biloxi, Miss.; J, M. | found in our Churches in the giving of Church, Rev. J. L. Mims, Paster, 2; T. Jeff Clement to four bishops speak to the point of a Philadelphia, Pa. M. E. Church, Rev. Joseph R. Reed, |Quigless, Port Gibson, Miss; S. J. {Pennies instead of dollars. Bishop David Henry Sims eee acer Clemen! : more energetic projection of the old Pastors : E Burrus, Rodney, Miss.; L. G. Moore, Mary's missionary spirit on Easter ons ae New. York Conference jure is comparable to the stand- |time Methodism. There were three This meeting is the Tennessee An-| Port Gibson, Miss.; A. L. Dungeon, |Morning was, ‘He has risen as he said, Flushing, N. Y., Rev. J. M. Day. upon the vantage ground of |white and one colored. I am thinking JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS nual State Council. All of the above Eden, Miss.; T. J. Giles, Vaughn, |today there is no spirit to take the ins, Pastor, Bishop David Henry Pe Bacon. that it would be a mighty fine thing Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. Each bank is the are expected to be present, others in- Miss.; A. L. Cobbin, Tchula, Miss. ; 7 Message. Sims. eee jfor our own African Methodist bishops convenient size, 134 x 2}4 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and terested are invited. W. M. Watkins, Meridian, Miss.; I. | The greatest work that should en- 19—New England anference E ARE LIVING in a war torn|to cover the country in groups of say bottom. The slot in the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be Fraternally yours, -|S. Myrick, Bruce, Miss.; O. C. Wil- |gage the Church is the work of Mis- as — ME id- As 1 write this and as you} three with an awakening message about | easily removed. Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the E. J. Howard, Bishop liams, Slate Springs, Miss.; C. A. | sions. ate s cep ees ca 26 |, you may know that at this very |the advantages and, yes, conveniences | collector. PLEA OF HOPE Piette ata ne Miss.32 Da: New, Derseyais distinguished in this , : “ae moment there are thousands of people |of our great church. Our youth must Steele, West Point, Miss; A. W.|A. M.E. Church in having contributed Sims. we oe Se suffering because of the fact that we|know African Methodism or we shall ‘are in a war torn world. Men suffer|find them missing when tomorrow spiritually, mentally, morally and physi- | comes. cally all because of the hatreds, ani- KKK KK mosities, jealousies, envyings, prejudices, WHERE sAREO SOME) seven, candi: ‘ es and selfish strivings. IGNOR- dates for the editorship of The A. M. CE summarizing the whole mess Of > Church REVIEW now in the field! wilised existence. Ignorance and} ay of which seems to spell the call of ace of the will to do life the Jesus] -ditorship for a magazine with a great “Ah, what. a tangled web we) opportunity. Your servant will be ve when once we venture to de-| definitely in the race until the yotes .” Truth and truth alone, unal-}.+¢ counted in Detroit, He thanks you jed truth, is the great basis of our] vith assurance. ethodism and we must not vary from lat basis if we are to grow tall and 0 @ and firm among the denomina-| 4 pFRW NAMES IN SARDIS: ms of the Christian religion. Charles Wesley Abington, editor-in- aoe © chief of our Sunday School literature, ; v imself one of the ablest ASS of people who|has proven himse : e rity ba hat |and most capable scholars in America the youngest Bishop to the bench in 1880, when the Rev. Wm. F. Dicker- son, from Woodbury, N. J., was elect- ed. He was 35 years old. This State Presiding Elder after which : also produced the saintly and most ference was’ organized with 1 lovable Bishop, in the person of Ben-] prose Bland. Secretary and S jamin F. Lee, of Gouldtown, Ney Jessie Wheeler, reporter. The foundation of the missionary pro- The Disciplinary questions gram must be found in the local Church order, answers showing that ¢! Rogers, Duncan, Miss.; A. B. Boyd, We the officers and pastor of Mt. Leland, Miss.; W. M. Ashe, Friars Pisgah A, M. E. Church of St. Claires- Point, Miss.; L. A. Clark, Delhi, La.; ville, Ohio earnestly beg and entreat T. J. Jackson, McDade, La.; E. L. all churches of this denomination and Moory, Homer, La.; L. V. Blount, others who are interested to plase Rayville, La.; W. M. Causey, Bonita, raise a LOVE OFFERING to help in La.; A. D. Redding, Monroe, La.; erasing the indebtedness which hangs/J. R. Raymond, Lena, La.; C. S. over our church. We must make pay- Johnson, Dennis Mills, La.; L. Hall, ments every month, and your aid will Scottlandville, La.; L. R, Fisher, Clin- | 2"d society. sons were received during th: help in closing our mortgage. Each con- ton, La.; B. C. Gordon, Greensburg, The success of our great Church dur- | one Marriage and one death, Sister tribution will be acknowledged through La.; N. W. Granderson, Algiers, La.; | ing a century and a half has been made Fanny Taylor having passed our perodical, Homer Broomfield, Bolivia, La.; M. | Possible by the splendid foundation laid final reward. With love and appreciation, we thank Black, New Orleans, La.; I. Gilchrist,|>by Richard Allen, handed down to —Reports were called for and ‘1 you. Please forward donation to order | New Orleans, La.; J. T. Coaston, New | Posterity through Morris, Quinn, Payne, various auxiliaries splendid res of Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church, send-| Orleans, La.; J. H. Smith, Stanley,|Arnett, Grant, Heard, and Sims, who] were given. The Trustees ing same to secretary or treasurer. Miss.; J. L. Wynn, Lake Providence, | 8 holding the reins and is driving this $923.74 and the Stewards Board $ REV. F. W. WALKER, SR. La.; John Leonard, Omega, La.; P. J. | missionary cause for God and for King- as receipts for the quarter. r iS heligse w J Pastor Melvin, Omega, La.; John Bunn, Lake dom building. The P. E. commended pastor a! 4 ¥y Bpctiow Hata OR reat be|by the very fine work his office has ea AY PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER C. MARSHALL, Secretary Providence, La.; F. J. White, New| The First District is leading the con- gregation for the spirit of loy: Beece in, the papers. Hae and|turned out, both with the Journal and| {IZ | a 4 Ne. 10 D. Size, 3% x 5% inches, holds $1.00 JOHN WILLIAMS Treasurer Orleans, La.; Mrs. C. L. B. Marshall, |"¢ction in its missionary program. deyotion exhibited also for the splent Meczcepe extremely ca % pastor, Rev. J. F. Vanderhox The devotions were conduct Ke KK KK in dimes, with plain cover, $3.00 a hundred. Comment on the ex- 7 No. 20D. To hold $2.00 in dimes, with plain write in|the literature. . ANDY ROBINSON, Chambers, Miss.; Mrs. S. W. Wilson} Bishop Sims is making good, dressed reports mader enly careful about vias Behn: cellency of his splendid staff later...... Sra o are wi LAE Boece Ties : Trustee Chairman Sledge, Miss.; Mrs. Lula Terrell, Lula, |i! David’s armor, but after the next We regret to report our past papers and ae “In Memoriam”; | George A. Singleton, editor and mana ae Re, §, oa ee AG Wien plain cover Te bold as 7 Miss.; H. J. Brown, New Orleans, La. General Conference, he will come forth Mrs Ida B= Garcia, has been eee et. his Singleton, etn and mans a r il i he orgi I fail in truth and|ger of t r : — ” Boost-|serves the united support of the con. r | nection for his remarkable Peg. r i subscription building energy dis yed. Roe eon i educating the | subscrip ergy SECALORE y sake of ee ces is an-]The newest of our editors, he on SPECIAL OFFERING eo We Bice see our friends achieved distinction of ae pr & a e vi s. Wilson 0} e st- —Jessie W perl rrive” and then “Mr, World” exacts along with Drs. Wi they mak 00% ave fern RE RDE! n aybor: f the ECORDER and Clayb Mad Ee Me e€ good after they h r 5 LeMoyne College JUDSON COIN FOLDERS Memphis, Tenn. Any one having any information of importance concerning leading person- In the report of the ‘Battle Creek, }PtOgram by its social mindedness, its ‘ alities and their contributions to the Michigan Church Mortgage Burned”; S0Cial imagination, it has tried every- great A. M. E. Church, please mail to] issue of February 1, the report should | thing to build up its standards, but the me at once as I am completing my read for amounts raised Mrs. Leola| G0spel of the Lord Jesus Christ. dressed in his own armor. His Mis- CORRECTION sionary program will startle the world. The Church has sought to improve its quite a few weeks. We are that she is much improved an her missionary duties again We pray that the spirit of peac' love will continue to abide with us Ab ot Thy wisdom make me wise. g men is one thing, that is, just fo [Easter Offering | ES and senior thesis on “Negro Methodism” McDonel, third with $213.94, and Mrs.}| The pendulum is going to swing-back ined the coveted goals. Here's hop- Southern ea REECE OE which I hope to have published, I will Ella Ellis, fourth with $211.05 from the material to the spiritual. z COLLEGE Bea ing and praying that our | place for a strong syceanaey as give due credit. Do readers favor or- is pie The New Jersey Conference and the ey ein Sea will be set forth Journalism at eas ie you ganic union or greater cooperation of WOODBURY, N. J. First Episcopal District and this Sicat a ake M, E. Church) | chosen in Detroit in May and that = Hn ts ra reap ete Cup Wek Negro denominations? If Ae why, if : Church, are at the dawn of a New. Dey LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE African Methodist Church ek ae for the bishopric for your choice] |” peli =| OK ax yes, why. Who do. you think is the] p,. George A. Singleton, Editor of Rey. Wm. A. Dorsey Courses Leading To forward with new impetus. eas on Detroit.’ Think carefully and prayer- SG OFFERING CHRISTMAS, OFFERING EASTER OFFERIN ‘cog « * n Yr. FOLD! Pacan wee pre be io se nies ee de lay Ne suest BACHELOR OF ARTS Truth wnil set ee eis te: Ane fully, aside from North or South. aight: which holds This collector holds Leah in aoe, = git toa: “en hurch, y ny books, pamphlets | speaker at the evening session of the <a BACHELOR OF SCIENCE r entangling alliances. Meas ¥ < ere a0 dimes, Size, folded dimes. Size, 24 x ca pe eter arene etc. will be returned promptly. Thank First Quarterly Meeting of the New Rated by Southern Association of C°' ld be of great concern when we - mM x beers en dp icone dred. you so much. Jersey Conference Branch, Women’s JERSEY CITY, N. Nv. leges and Secondary Schools. Mem ther. So, not every one who rakes evant will report his observa a doren atoll 7y fr: 8 E F of a] Your Se efand A. M. E, BOOK CO) & R. C. D. TIEUEL, Jr. Mite Missionary Society, held at St. ber of Association of Americ" P—yes, “rakes up”—, the price { deductions as to men Philedelphia, Pi. ne Senior, LeMoyne College, James A. M. E. Church, Atlantic City,] The Third Quarterly Conference of 4 ions and 3.00 or $4.00 mat and a home made | tions a3 1 in Atlanta. 716 South 19th Street t om : Colleges. : : easures as he is impresse¢ . CURRY, Manager Se eee ae IN, J., Wednesday, February 6,, the|Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church, New || For Yurther information write '° ite-up is a true representative of Baie jon, G.E SUBSCRIBE TO Rev, M. M. Ward, pastor. Brunswick District, was held January W. A. FOUNTAIN, JR. President ogress, or the ideals of adyancing Houston, Texas. THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Dr. Singleton electrified his audience |22 at 8:30 p.m. Rev. H. A. Garcia, |} Seras Wethodiam, . * a “ y < ===== DSC09032.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE FIFTEEN Sixteen FT oa saat ee LT BANNERS PENNANTS A. M. E. Book Cones ee 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa, Care of REV. G. E. CURRY, General Manager These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive. Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) » Made of fine caality felt. Finished in the best style. Price includes ees ed hardwood cross sticks, cords, an genuine brass ends. Ready for use. \ Home Department Cradle Roll Department No. 1-A—Banner Class; 17x27 acts Beginners’ Department blue; open Bible; white letters $2.25 Primary Department | No. 2-A—Banner Attendance Class; 17x aniorsD) nt 27 inches; blue, white letters... $1.00 rE Rampal ‘| No. 3-A—Banner Offering Class; 17x27 THE REV. A. E. ALLEN Intermediate Department African M. E. Church St. James African M. E. Church inches. Same style as No. 2- A; Senior Depart: BISHOP JOHN A. GREGG Jamaica, New York Pittsburgh, Penna. blue; white letters. .........0.., $1.00 Sugita Fourth Episcopal District 5 ’ Oak Banner Poles, jointed, six feet Young People’ Department and Arkansas weeks ago attention was called to the fi rt bi th With spear oe... eee TSc BISHOP D. H. SIMS Se ea eee Contest Work. BISHOP W. A. FOUNTAIN Sr. Recorder by the fine pastor of St. SNH he sa James, Pittsburgh, Penna. At| Banner Poles, oak finish, six feet First Episcopal District Fourth District—Bishop J. A. Gregg Sixth Episcopal District fe of a Sunday evening service sixteen persons paid cash subscriptions. | With spear ...-.... ssc eeae. tc Size, 12x24 inches, price.......... MSc Ninth Episcopal District Rey. W. P. Henson, z : others subscribed to pay later. Subsequently, the church sent additional ha; “Porte Ind. nah cel: $1.00 ions. The next to join the class of Christian Recorder Jewels is the First District—Bishop D. H. Sims Rey. T. S. Henderson, Sat a3 rend E. E. Tyler of Jamaica, N. Y. He has just sent in fifteen cash PRICE LIST ‘Total pic yer ane $1,209.00 Aardca,:: TU Sr ae ieeee 2.00 " Z riptions. Sometime ago he was on the Christian Recorder Honor Roll Rev, W. F. Rice, sent in at least ten subscriptions. We wonder who will be next to Date a ; Lansing, Michigan ......... 5. - : - ee On ewels ar aa en ieee nm AE Datel eT a cacee, Cet ay rare et eae q Rev. W. J. Oliver, at BISHOP G. B. YOUN ne Concern of The A. M. E. Church, = z i. NG 1 16 S. 19th 32 Chester Mi ea . 1.00 Tenth Episcopal Distric WHAT OTHERS SAY experience as pastor, Presiding Elder] Gop) Kah. shear ao yenpa. Rev. J. H. Davis, ——— : and Evangelist. ve sate Springfield, I. ....... 2.02. 1.15 By Rev. B. W. Jones, P. E. enc Wie US Arm Sis: Rey. Brewer, Oak Park, Ill..... ; tr fi as Y. M. C. A. Secretary, and, also, 2 ee ; - ses oS ark, Il ‘ 1,50 Valdosta petact ccorgia ie Wino ie Bek te eee Please find enclosed Postal Money Order or Certified Check for tik ij ne Bk wepiee es i eure ae Daaiae be. | ave for which please send goods ordered below to the address at the bottom of f , Michigan...... e and measures ar - : —_. as we approach the 1940 General} Fourth—He is kind and decorus in this sheet. Total cue haa $16.65 tice. his dealings with people. He is easy No. Price of . : four or five men will be elected | to get along with. ; : Shes ticles each / ieceris to be a foregone con-| Fifth—He has very few equals in ordered Name of Article Total BISHOP M. H. DAVIS Second Episcopal District SENIOR BISHOP J. S. FLIPPER Seventh Episcopal District. BISHOP H. Y. TOOKES Eleventh Episcopal Distric (Florida) Twelfth Episcopal Distric Some of the General Officers Be-returned while others will be New Departments ms certain that two new De- ts will be established, Viz: n Department” and “Depart- Evangelism.” Pulpit Power. him as a preacher. tain, Sims, Greene, Tookes. not know his power. Sixth—He is a great organizer and if he is elected, he will cause hundreds and thousands of new members to be added to our rolls. Ask those who know Ask Bishops Foun- He does sie hes Presiding -Elder’s Record sseees A. M. E. Church Record .. A. M. E. Discipline, 1936-’40 .. 1936-40 Disciplines, per dozen - Music Hymnal, Cloth Quarterly Conference Record. Class Leaders Record Music Hymnal (per dozen) ..... Peete dite staan: that: should Let us elect him jn Detroit, May,} ...... Music Hymnal (per 100) ......... 7] a _ | 1940. Word SHymanalacscuiecs oe ise fe ee ca a, Word Hymnal (per dozen) . ees | sli of hi ‘ nee Word Hymnal (per 100) s 4 eg Bepedie se saa Telephone Established -. Hymnal for Pulpit (leather bound) .............. Biiat Baer prtcrs: can EVErgreen 2678 1890 .. Hymnal for Pulpit (Morocco bound and in Gold) . 4.50 x (oe ee for him. JAMES H. . Class Cards (per 100) > DR. ODOM I R V I N Dollar Money Envelopes, per 100 4 all of the gifts_and graces Pastor’s Salary Envelopes, per 100 .............. 30 ‘© fit him for that large aoe FUNERAL DIRECTOR . Presiding Elder’s Salary Envelopes, per 100 .... 30 eS pec: First, He is Sone physi- Sacred Care of the Dead = fy General Contribution Envelopes, per 100 ........ 30 lly, mentally, and spiritually. 743 N. 47th St. Philadelphia Educational Money Envelopes, per 100 ....,..... 30 BISHOP R. C. RANSOM has over 20 years of . Individual Communion Service Tray, 36 glasses 7.50 up Third Episcopal District oe iB . Pastor’s price Communion Sets. and Kenucky ; . Tray an glasses .. BISHOP NOAH W. WILLIAMS EVANGELIST—ATTENTION! Glasses, per dozen .... Rey. J. O. Edwards Fifth Episcopal District Wt Patient Fillers fae ies ‘ $2.00 CALLING ALL EVANGELISTS . Collection Plate .. Rey, A. S, Henri, Rev. E. W. Newton, ion Tray-Cover ; ‘ 2 4 > COUNCIL ., Communion ‘Afiiance; Ohio 3.00 Garden City, Kansas....../. $2.00 ; Be ee aes Please meet me at the BISHOPS’ C * Putpie Bible go ee 5 4 —S.. BISHOR, 5.0 {GREENE in Atlanta, Ga., February 14—9:00 A. M. Let's Sail Biblesbseact ae : ier eee ie Total $2.00 Eighth Episcopal District ‘ d decide upon what S. S. Teacher’s Self Pronouncing Bible ... Uhrichville, Ohio .... 2.00 Sot a ee IRE se Thirteenth Episcopal District get our heads together and dec Christian Workers Testament i doe Get oe ‘, i ‘ “i “di es Wacken, 14th District WE want to ask the General Conference to do Picture of Bishop “Allen 1254 x 1034. d ; aleigh, West Virginia....., 1.2! * ree, ; neat est Africa and Oklahoma ‘ xt May. SIRS PAE TEA at a is é = ELISM at Detroit nex 3 g sie Pcie ge ake snes Ringer _ Geran The A. M. E. Book Concern Mrs ‘aie eee ies 4 = Bh ‘i Sean he's eee 95.00 Be cone of the Evangelists of the Church) 716 So 716 S, 19th Street Phildelphia, Pa. Slickville; Pay s.52, = i eas - pe Tee Fe 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Rev. G. E. Curry, General Manager } ¥ Rey, I. W. Williams, oar Clifton, Tennessee e.. 1.0 : z ae —— Dotal:eiasamtatrrny chia oe ===== DSC09033.JPG ===== sp Na PAGE SIXTEEN THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PEER p =28 coed enn ac | ote eae age Me eBmo a the ior of The people hove S FY escuive commits ren at «Sond Oraicr Bente A. Me Eee The projector and eiding spice of | ° RCH bore hai ceerike teat : x CIN @ PRIEADELPHIA, PA THURSDAY, PERROTT kr the rain the dust In|the race in Ar, Law, Steno Tost {gan Leper a ine, Agtclure, Education, Heme Ion appropriation tay cw, G. W. Smith, and the writer. | Convention Hall, is Intentional ke GRANT AAC CADRGHI |= BE Soskeww Aa». LOOKING FORWARD Hriscopas nosr—sesslons oF sianors come. ‘hes il be et cu koa] The Thikd Charly Meeting wan] Stat te sen: ; Versa A BOE: Ghosh “THE MORNING COMETH |, % sed ae its second Qhariery ee Eide J. G. Drake on Sanday nigh have jot fad He chleagng ai ms aan went ofthe Ne- {Janay 216 He presented Ret. s ee by Bishop RR. Weigh coby to bring the message and he [iO teers a : pated the Jaa 1th Breached an able sermon from Palm [peg IN 28 Souter, Cnn Recorder 77 His menage was an expresso | thermos Ne _ te on Rrarybody seemed to have en: | wotge Tesi rei ‘Ts Born aa AMG grea * 1 oyed the semnon, bee eee 4 tie fon of the aie Reverend 1 srs the guest speak |the Exyenion Headuarters, Seventy: | =————— ns | ers the Ov SOME THINGS AS 1 SEE THESE address the governor five race leaders of America form an|] THE GREATEST hncalae: A he projected ate aternatonal advisory commince Tie || TEACHER acy and Me. Hugh Bar By Rex “Americans who wil it lea svn Commies. Hon ae | Exp ia the mors be wp The certicaes| iets Pererernce By Wiliam E, Gay iqnate them ay offal repre oon wale the Fle Trea Batding a 630 cat of the 180 General Conor eee tealy wonder «Stel ta at meaderial ther sowie ne OL. ce a ts eeeapie Cheat: peat ay | esecg thie rstabotenece Tat fone Quarter during Ree ginning with the Hast Tennessee Con- such genuine | Excutve Commitee. Eade Tolan, he THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER OFFERS A FREE TRIP TO The General Conference he merership center deal ang | AES am sarvaiy and tient, tints | [embers ore ts BUTLER ating fo the tay a wor] ie th Outer ter ‘er i ¢ WALTER © neckETT Alter th Boroncd by ts sine to be bboy as EJ. Bima Men have a some deli. 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  ===== DSC09017.JPG ===== —_— ) PAGE SIXTEEN “My purchase of a PASTOR'S }/ INDIVIDUAL COMMUNION SET was the best investment of $3.75 I have ever made! “I was surprised that such a practical and durable set could be so inexpensive! The case is made of lasting material, leather-cov- ered and lined with purple velvet. It_is completely equipped with three glasses, flagon and metal container for wafers or with small aluminum bread plate. The size is so convenient to carry—65 x 3% x1% inches—I usually slip it in my coat pocket. It makes possible a simple, im- pressive service at the bedside of those who would remember Him even under adverse conditions.” bread, For Sale A..M. E. BOOK CONCERN 716 S. ee 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. os THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER jris, who served as Treasurer of the | District’s choice and Revi cA S College for seven years to the time of} Wilson, the Connectional Candidate for his death. When Bishop Fountain |the Bishopric made kind sentiments came to Georgia, he called upon Dr. Jin the‘ Conference for their elevation Harris, the leading layman of the |to the Bishoptic in May. Church in the State, to take the office Appointments and duties of Treasurer, as his help-| Alexandria District, Dr. W, H. Hall, mate to rescue the College from its}Presiding Elder. Bethel, Alexandria, state of bankruptcy. Mr. Harris “as-|E. C. Foreman; St. James, Elizabeth, sisted his father with the finaneail pro- |E..W. Turner; Oakdale, Wm. Portis; gram of the College and supplied large | Natchitoches, T. D, Jenkins; De nn ~ OF CHELOR oF Scie Rated by Southern eecia leges and Secondary Sch 7 ol Oy ber of Association ool, My sums of money from time to time, which ; Quincy, Lonnie Wells; Leesville and Colleges. i were needed to rehabilitate the College, }Hood,-E. D. Williams; Fisher and . For further informatio He and his father rendered these valu- | Long Leaf, Joseph Washington; Foun- W. A. FOUNTAIN, jp a : able services to the reclamation of Mor- {tain Chapel, Alexandria, ‘L, Bens6n; in) ris Brown College out of their great Glenmora, S. J, Bullard; King Hill, loyalty, love and devotion to their great IC. S. Smith; De Ridder, Henry Tuck- A. M. E. Church, without thought |e"; Pine Grove, Mary & NeGreet; Clif- ton Ginn; Derry, J. W. Johnson; Mab, James Kimble; Marthaville, Tillman Elzy; ‘Aleo, D. J. Tademy ; Kurtwood, A. D. Redding; Weaver and Proyen- cal, James H, Webb: Kinder, William Blackman: Abbytown, T. H. King; Coaley Crossing, U. S. Byonne; Lena, G. Tademy; Lecoumpt & Bunkie, C. J. Dy» Feucha; Elton, Clifton Jones; Robeline Miss., J. R® Raymond; Con- ference Evangelist, M. J- Johnson; Campbell College, Elijah Anderson; Lake Charles District, Dr. Pp. W. Baptiste; St. Paul, Lake Charles, C. L. Mabry; Allen Chapel Thibodaux, to be supplied; Bethel, . Plaquemine, W. Willis; Nelson Chapel, Napoleonyille, O. C. Ferby; St. Mary, Addis, D. | of reward or compensation. Mr. Harris and his father have been shining examples of heroic service and usefulness to our great Church here in the State of Georgia. They person- ally financed the erection of three of our most modern, up-to-date and lead- ing churches in the State, namely, the | First A. M. E. Church of Athens, the | Campbell Chapel A. M. E. Church in | Americus, and the St. Paul A. M. E. | Church in Macon. During the past | two years, Mr. Harris scaled down debts | owed by thése last two named churches }and cancelled mortgages upon them, | waking a loss of more than $10,000.00. [Im all of the history of the Church in | Georgia, this \record stands as a blazing ‘Evangelist Mrs. M. ( is now making up her Se for 1940, those desir: a Evangelist may write ;glory to the memory of the work in|DPaniel; St. James, Franklin, F. J. Preacher. She has ; | our- great Church by his father, Dr. Jones; Lee Memorial, Morgan City, 1. Reputation as a winner of E. Fields: Friendship and Bethel, also a great FINAN | Harris, which ranks him with the great- ! jest laymen our Church has ever had History does not record where any layman over the entire Connection has- person- jally given more than $10,000.00 to, the | cause of our great A. M. E. Church | with the exception of this instance by Dr. Harris and his ‘son. j Mr..Harris recently offered his. ser- vices to the Church to fill the office of Financial Secretary made vacant at the Tunica, S.-J. Snell; St. Luke, Donald- sonville, J. . W: Recorda; Bethel, Amelia, C, Morrison: St. Matthews, Valverda, J. F. Salomon; Little Rock, Houma, H. P. Hawkins: Zion Chapel, Petterson, O. F, G. Ottis: Campbell Chapel, Baldwin, E. D. Prophet; St. Peter, New Road, Albert Southall: Christ Chapel, White Castle, M. J. Johnson. dress 1124 E. Pulaski St Po Worth, Texas. PHONE: 2.7yj ee SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 199 anywhere in fhe Connection. Christian Recorder 710 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please enter my name as a new Subseriber to the Christian Re death of Dr. John R. Hawkins. How- sp eS one year. Am enclos Z ever, the Church elected Mr. Arthur S. ing $1.50. SST Oy ne Jackson and Mr. Harris does not further desire to contend for this office as long as the Church is satisfied with Street or box in,Every Home This Makes a Better Home and Church , the services of the incumbent whose | ability, long record of past service, and Church experience, are greatly admired President Wilberforce University and appreciated by all who know him. lf and when there does come a time | when the Church wishes or needs an- other layman to fill the office of Finan- | cial Secretary, Mr. Harris will be avail- able and would be proud to have the opportunity and great privilege to serve the Church in this capacity. RODERICK B. HARRIS IL <p B EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT Helegate 1940 General Conference Treasurer of Morris Brown College Grand Secretary, Improved Order of Samaritans (Not a Candidate for any office— offers to Support, Serve or Lead Any Constructive Movement to Improve the Efficiency of Our Church.) Mr. Harris, for the past fiye years, has served Morris Brown College as its Treasurer and has given his services to the School and Church without any | tian Recorder 1940. Drs. J. S. John- salary compensation whatever. He | sen, Florida’s choice for the Bishopric succeeded his father, Dr. W. H. Har-| and Frank Madison Reid, the Fifth (Continued from page 13) assured her of their support in 1940. The conference made history for its self, by indorsing Dr. Stinson for the Bishopric for 1940.. Dr. W. H. Hall for editor of the Western Recorder, Dr. P. W. Rogers for Secretary Church Extension Department; Dr. C. ! G. 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WHY? “By Joanna Houston Ransom Tf I had two loaves of bread with fich to feed my body, I should sell P of them and buy white hyacinths th which to feed my. soul.”—A Chi- Proverb. & Woman’s Day in many churches, men’s pages in big and far-reaching Dlications, women’s editions and is- @s of this and that have become a tidedly acceptable practice in Ameri- M life. This brief article will make ‘attempt to analyze the practice for Soundness or unsoundness, but rather ily to call attention to the fact at here it is again in the form of Women’s Issue of The Christian ic > and to raise the question hat's the Use?” ¢ have just entered upon the year marks the five-hundredth anni- Y Of the Gutenberg invention of ing. No one’s mind can adequately om, in number of pieces the great Iss of printed material that has grown in these five hundred years—the St testimony we could possibly ————— The Spirituality of Dunbar A POET WHO SPOKE FOR HIS PEOPLE By Daniel Lyman Ridout Paul Laurence’ Dunbar has not yet won his rightful place among the poets of history. He was a Negro, an heir PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR (Courtesy of Zions Herald) Jof slaves. | pressed breathed the heartaches, longings, as- | j Like all great poets of op- suffering he | and peoples, (Continued on page 5) CHURCH BUILDER THE REVEREND JOSEPH GOMEZ ve to the importance which man at- mes to the printed word. In spite (Continued on page 8) St. James A. M. E. Church Cleveland, Ohio HISTORIC NAME | THE REVEREND A. J. ALLEN METHODISM ELECTED AT LOUISVILLE, KY., IN MAY, 1924 THE SILVER TONGUED REVERDY C. RANSOM Bishop of the District, and Kentucky BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH PITTSBURGH, PENNA. Rev. T. M. Greene, A.M., Pastor Bethel A. M. E. Church, Wylie Avenue and Elm Street, is the oldest (Continued on page 12) WRIGHT BISHOP R. R. RAISING THE PAY OF THE PASTOR By Bishop R, R. Wright, Jr, Ph.D, Mr, Editor: I thank you so much for publishing Secretary American Bible Society Cleveland, Ohio my article with reference to our Pension (Continued on page 13) THE GENERAL CONFERENCE, MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN ===== DSC09018.JPG ===== PAGE TWO The Daily Altar The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. He will ful- fill the desire of them that fear him; he also will hear their cry, and will save them.—Amen. Saturday, March 2 jfrom that very hour.” Read Matt. 15 :21-28. Whenever the sick are healed it is yy the power of God. All our healing art and science come from Him as His blessing upon our eftorts to discover and apply truth as it concerns our “A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a king- ib dom, and to return.” Read Luke 19:11- 28. CHRIST’S KINGDOM Here is a beautiful parable bearing close relationship with the parable of the Talents. It has both beauty and a note of strong seriousness. We may think of the nobleman as the Savior Himself who goes into the far country (heaven) to receive a kingdom for Himself (rule, authority and power) and to return at the Second Advent. The members of His Church are the ten servants to whom He has entrusted the pound of bodily, mental and spiritual resources. Wicked citizens rebel against His authority just as today the king- dom of evil wars against the kingdom of Christ.. There comes a time of reck- oning. Stewardship is a trust, The rewards go to the faithful. Judgment js pronounced upon the wicked, See how the good and faithful ser- vant is rewarded. His pound multiplies into ten pounds, as a result of diligent effort. He has taken his Master’s com- mand seriously. There was no trifling, idleness or waste. The nobleman’s com- ment was worthy the effort: “Well, thou good servant.” He is given au- fy thority over ten cities. The second! servant, a bit less thorough, less active, less constant, less diligent, misses the high degree of satisfaction expressed by the nobleman as in the first in- stance. He is the representative of easy-going discipleship and so merits a reward in kind. The third servant, thru anxious fear loses everything bi by doing nothing. Here is an example of lifeless, bloodless Christianity. It is more visionary than missionary. It shows the danger and defeat of neg- best physicians and surgeons will tell you that. But the downright stagger- ing difficulty in this Scripture lesson is the seemingly heartless manner in which Jesus deals with this poor woman before He heals her sick child. This difficulty grows less when we remember that He was training His disciples as well as healing the sick. He shows them how harsh and cruel their race- pride and religious exclusiveness appear when seen in the conduct of their Mas- ter. He reduces their position to the absurd, that He may teach them the world-wide nature of the Christian re- ligion. Christianity, salvation, healing is not for the Jews alone, nor for the Anglo-Saxons alone, nor for the cul- tured whites alone, nor for the blacks alone. It is for all. And the answer to any question we might raise about Jesus’ harshness here is that, after all. He healed the woman’s daughter in answer to her importunate prayer. Lord, I believe, Help thou mine un- elief,” Amen, Dis Sea ascent ie ie tl ie Se a eS Monday, March 4 THE BLIND SEE “What wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? And he said, Lord, that I may receive my sight.” Read Luke 18 :35-43. No doubt you felt deeply the cry of | ind Bartimeus when you read the les- son for the day. It is a soul-stirring plea for mercy. Physical vision that is able to see God’s wonder world should call for daily expression of gratitude. lect. ; ; How appreciative Bartimeus is of the Prayer: King of kings and Lord of | Saviour’s words and work! Three little lords: Our possessions are Thine to words: “Receive thy sight,” make him share; our time and talents are a sacred a Citizen of the world of fight: Faith trusteeship; our redemption was pur-| caves hig sight and soul. Without a chased at so great a cost, and such|moment’s hesitation amazing love demands our lives, our man souls, our all in the advancement of the King’s business. Amen, the sight-given becomes a follower of Jesus. He glorifies God, and all the witnesses ji of the miracle of sight and their praises to the Most High. Seiya t There is so much blindness in our THE SICK ARE HEALED world. There are many sightless eyes “And her daughter was made whole and more sightless souls, bodily well-being. All the wisest anddivine grace that enables us to live ineMever hold together. And that is a ring ECORDER ] Prayer: Beloved Light of the World: receive our gratitude this day for the blessing of sight; grant us, too, the blessing of spiritual vision. In Jesus’ name. Amen. a walk as in Thy presence Thee in’ everlasting ; te innocence and blessedness Am : + Amen THE CORNERSTONE |5 CHR “The stone which the jected, the same is become the he. the corner.” Luke 20 :20-9-19 a of In olden times, before Eemeai discovered and when mortar Was a the cornerstone of a foundation , most important. It was so cut a Placed that it actually held the two wd together. In many Old Testa writings, such as psalms and prophec; ‘ the cornerstone or headston; of te temple is spoken of in connection with the coming of Christ who Was to glorify it and to fulfill its purposes, Now Je. sus has come. He has driven money-changers from the temp| Priests come to Him and que right to do so. He tells parable and they recognize means them. They have farn people for their own advantage trying to drive Him out, Who js God only-begotten Son. Then He ¢| the parable to that of a buik show that without Him, the ¢ stone of God’s spiritual temple, i: and to Tuesday, March 5 THE THINGS FOR PEACE “The things which belong unto thy peace.” Read Luke 10:41-48. The world is much concerned about the things which make for peace. Preparedness, armaments, _ treaties, fleet, fortifications—what an endless list one might make of such things. More amazing still, how little all these things really make for peace! When will the world turn to Christ and learn of Him? At His birth the angels sang, “Peace on earth among men of good will.” But men can never be of good will toward one another as long as they cling to their selfishness, greed, hatred, and their blind trust in force as the only way to settle their differences. In our Churches we find peace, and learn to live together in Christian brotherhood. Here we find refuge from the world’s tumultous mobs. Here we enjoy a fortaste of the peace and happiness of its kingdom. Here we receive the forgiveness of sin, the re- newal of a right spirit within us, the builders te OUt the eC. The them this peace and amity with one another, |teday- We need Christ as the co: Thank God we have our churches to go | Stone of all our religion and liic. to in times like these! out Him we have no hope in this \ Prayer: O Lord, favorably -receiye | °F in the next. our prayers, that we being delivered Prayer: When we call upon { from all adversity, may serve Thee in} hy Church or home, O Lord, ¢ safety, and grant us Thy peace in our |S always with Thy loving kindness time. Thru Jesus Christ, Amen. shed Thy benedictions alway pe TO Af a those who worship Thee. For Jesus ' Wednesday, March 6 _ sake. Amen. THE AUTHORITY OF THE KING Friday, March 8 “Tell us, by what authority doest thou these things? or who is he that giveth thee this authority? -Read Luke 20:1-8. ; Jesus answers this question by asking a question which the chief priests and the scribes do not dare to answer. The questions of Jesus are in themselves a revelation of an authority which is above that of human wisdom. In all earthly kingdoms the authority of rulers is delegated, regardless of the fac* that many tyrants have claimed to tule by divine right. Kings and dic- tators as well as presidents today rule a. sight by authority which is delegated to them BEG plain metal of the ee enctll by the people. Rulers often abuse their |@24 size. If people get ae a power, and then come strife, war and| {0m the government, then Ee That revolution. The world today is bleed- their support to the Be, ¥ i iad ing under the yoke of misused power, all | 8 Simple honestly. But if t ae ofl because too many are ready to follow|** is much more true that we ‘ that we men who speak with mere human au- | thing a0 ie ae Neg oe fnocies aa thority and because too few are ready | Hav including even’our own r and out to hear the only One Who can speak Ponce ase wel aoe ee. nesty 1 with true authority. ee peel Pe saent it Jesus spoke and acted with the au- | 1res us to support our a lives {0 thority of God the Father because He |#/S0 requires that we la ving, and is one with the Father and the Holy God RAC eld ee a gifts f) Spirit. All who try to evade His au- |! Service to Hus oo . thority come to a bitter end. Men who | ™oney to support missio Mhcir iF try to break His Jaws find themselves | 47d all others who give broken. They hurl themselves against |© His work. Bhat a rock. Jesus pleads with us to accept | _ Prayer: Lord, gran| = 4 4 ia ;_ | acknowledge with gratitude a" His authority and live in peace and holi- Memento eked iiteaifts wit “Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar’s, and unto God the things which be God’s.” Read Luke 20 :20-27. The men who came to Jesus and ask ed about the payment of tax not honest. Jesus knew that the) trying to trick Him, so He rer them with simple honesty that any? could recognize. The emperor's was on the coins they used. Tha them value, just as the name United States give us coins much more of value than they would have if thy pastors wll tim? we may d retut py which " our Pape : Dear Lord Jesus, forgive | Thou hast endowed P Be ied our stubborn resistance to Thy Holy | Whole lives in Thy hands thet ‘gas to Will, and by power of Thy Spirit make | Yielding all we at Bey cast us willing followers of Thee and of |Who gavest all. In Jes Thy way of life. Help us each day to |ask it. Amen, ‘ prayed a third time, saying again the] Does not the great THE CHURCH SCHOOL n X. March 10] a student there GETHSEMANE: TRIUMPH _ THROUGH SURRENDER Lesson Text: Matthew 26:36-46 a he excelled in all sub- Jects except Latin. There was one young man who could always get better marks in that subject. One night, after Garfield had finished his work, he blew Then cometh Jesus with them unto | out his lamp and put up his shade. Then “place called Gethsemane, and saith| he saw. something that interested him: ito his disciples, Sit ye here, while I] across the campus the light was still yonder and pray. 37 And he took burning in his opponent’s room. He h him Peter and the two sons of] watched. Fifteen minutes later the bedee, and began to be sorrowful and light went out. Garfield drew down his e troubled. 38 Then saith he unto shade, re-lit his student’s lamp and put em, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, | twenty extra minutes upon his Latin mn unto death: abide ye here, and] lesson—and the next day, for the first itch with me. 39 And he went for-|time, he excelled his rival. After that rd a little, and fell on his face, and] he kept his lead. If they both had been prayed, saying, My Father, if it be| putting two hours a day upon Latin, it ssible, let this cup pass away from| was that extra fifteen minutes that €: nevertheless, not as I will, but as} made the difference. It is said that ou wilt. 40 And he cometh unto the] years afterward Garfield came back, isciples, and findeth them sleeping, and} when he was President of the United ith unto Peter, What, could ye not] States, and gave a talk upon “Margins” Watch with me one hour? 41 Watch] in which he told this tale and by which d pray, that ye enter not into tempta-| he sought to prove that success means : the spirit indeed is willing, but the} that you must “go a little farther.” One flesh is weak. 42 Again a second time] of Pittsburgh’s most successful men ie went away, and prayed, saying, My] gave me this motto, which he had kept Father, if this cannot pass away, except} upon his desk: “Success is doing just I drink it, thy will be done. 43 And he] ten per cent better than good enough.” came again and found them sleeping,} Is it not true? Does not the great for their eyes were heavy. 44 And he] violinist have that extra something, that left them again, and went away, and] last bit of artistry? Is it not true? football player 45 Then cometh he to} possess the extra punch? Is it not same words. the disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep] true? Does not the great preacher add on now, and take your rest: behold, the] that tongue of flame to his message? hour js at hand, and the Son of man is]Is it not true? Does not the great betrayed into the hands of sinners. 46] teacher add that finishing touch of Arise, let us be going: behold, he is]sympathy and passion? What did St. at hand that betrayeth me. Francis do when he turned from being GOLDEN TEXT: Not as I will, but| the wild young son of the silk-merchant as thou wilt. Matthew 26:39. to become a saint? He went forward a little—he took the last decisive step. I like the story of his behavior when his father came to the little chapel, which Francis was helping to rebuild, and demanded his money back. Francis THE LESSON BROUGHT DOWN TO DATE Few preachers have satisfied me, in E their published sermons, as has Daw-| went, singing, into a room and came son. He has a sermon on the subject, back bearing not only every penny of ' “And he went forward a little.” It has|his father’s money, but also the very erful idea still possesses me. clothes from off his back. “Here, father,” he said, “take everything, even my clothes, for I am now the servant It was that been years since I read it, but the pow- He de- scribes Jesus leaving the disciples be- ming hind. One group came as far as the}of the blessed Christ. 3 gate, three may have accompanied the] last step that counted. ' Master into the garden and then “he n went forward a little.” That little, says | reservations; we are almost, but not _ than ordinary men. The brave soldier complete acceptatnce, we dare not take. _ the world behind and brought one into|the gate, or we enter the garden but Too many of us are Christians with} Dawson, measured the distance from| quite, saints. We dare not “go for- the earth to God; that little margin left] ward a little.” We go only as far as a little way—that glorious step of com- the f holies. yrs lo plete obedience, complete renunciation, Great men are only a little better is only a little braver than the others. | Jesus took it and when he did he passed THE CHRIST IAN RECORDER _ than it does to fight. PAGE THREE 0 eee ee Even God loves company, It often’takes more courage to watch GRACE BEFORE MEALS Thou art the living God, near to Thy human creatures, and the same for- evermore. Accept our thanks for this We can always be sure that God knows how weak we are. God never expects the impossible of any man. A Nota Hay gone: ttroeh- Getkee! wey eee of Thy love and near- mane who has not come out saying, : a, “Not ny willsbut;Thinecbe done.” [0 ae mee i neg So many of us sleep through the HYMNS THAT LIVE | great hours of the Kingdom| ee | “SING PRAISES TO GOD” 1 Awake, and sing the song Of Moses and the Lamb; PRAYER THOUGHT By William Chalmers Covert O God, our Father, out of the deep Be ol ae al aa Tune every heart and every tongue, F To praise the Saviour’s name. meaning of complete surrender to Thy 2 divine will: May we recognize this holy pathway to spiritual power and victory. Enable us to cast out of our lives the low and unworthy purposes that now fill the earth with warring 3 nations and hating races of men. | Tell, in seraphic strains, Teach us as followers of Christ that we are to find the true triumphs of life and How he has taken off your chains, the blessings they bring through the And formed your hearts anew. complete harmonizing of our wills with 4 the divine will. Curb, we pray Thee, the self-assertion and relentless will to win that before our eyes violates the principles of human brotherhood andj makes nought of the ideals and tra- ditions of a Christian civilization. May we know that infinite love and wisdom moye together in all his plans, to the}and temporal, hay e been so marvelous, ultimate saving of men and the triumph] that the entire State including all races of the Kingdom of God. In Jesus’}and denominations and the connection name. Amen. at large, have been attracted by the work of this great Godly divine. And Whereas, the finances of our Church and School, Western University have been handled curacy, and have been so judiciously and economically applied, so that the entire State seems as a new beginning. And Sing of his dying love; Sing of his rising power; Sing how he intercedes above For those whose sins he bore. What he has done for you; His faithfulness proclaim While life to you is given; Join hands and hearts to praise his name, Till we all meet in heaven. DAILY BIBLE READINGS M. Matthew 26:36-46. T. Hebrews 2:5-12. Romans 8:18-25. II Timothy 4:1-8. Hebrews 11 :32-40. II Corinthians 4 :11-18. Whereas, He has made personal con Psalm 42:1-5. tact with all the churches in the Fifth —The 20th Century Quarterly | Episcopal District. Therefore, Be It Resolved that Con- KANSAS CONFERENCE RESOLU- | ference TIONS FOR THE RETURN OF |fadministration, and praying his return BISHOP WILLIAMS for another quadrennium, that he might es finish the great work started, and con- Topeka, Kansas. | tinue to lead us to further victory. To the Bishop and members of the Be It. Further Resolved That Kansas Conference, delegates elected at Conference, Greetings : be instructed to use their interest and Whereas, the sixty-fourth session of} power, for his return, that this resolu- the Kansas Conference of this our be-|tion be published in all our Church loved A. M. E. Church, has been pre-| papers, and a rising vote of thanks sided over with so much ease this quad-|be tendered our good Bishop for his rennium by the stalwart and forensic] faithfulness. of the Fifth Episcopal District, the Rt. Respectfully submitted, with honesty and ac- Pn go on record endorsing his the this Rey. Noah Wellington Williams with ONE Say Jr. i tiality and dignity, and JOHN ADAMS arene nat J. N. GODDARD Whereas, the accomplishments under The great poet is only a little better| from the world, with all of its tempta- than the common dreamer of dreams. | tions and tumults, into the very ae But to take that extra step, to go that] ence of God. You cannot hope to be 4 ‘ i that last step; you “Tittle farther’—that makes all the}a savior, without tha: P odjmust go forward a little. What a difference between a saint and a go our present administration, both spiritual = a manic a L ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY A. R, FOX 4 Let The People Praise Him R. A. ADAMS “Gospel Beacons” Just off the IRA J. GAMBLE, Secretary and Chairman, EE HELP WANTED Male and Female Press. “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” in! “Almost— % : man. Jesus had the courage to go _ SINAN wy ee Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies Send one dollar for membership. the way; he dared to leave the world | but lost. $3.50. Member-Agents wanted every- behind; he had the devotion to march POINTERS 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra where. Salary $25.00 weekly in straight on to God. “He went a little on dozen or more. advance. farther,” By Roy L, Smith Write: World’s Relief Society One of the legends which one hears at Hiram College concerns James A.| Jesus is always ready to go on a little Garfield. It seems that when he was| farther. ee ; Box 309 DWARD C. DEAS : Muskogee, Okla. 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, Ill. ===== DSC09019.JPG ===== erat Mics % Sat uae e : = c Fe eS a ra THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER | RSDAY, FEBRUARY 2 DAY, | JARY 29, 1949 T ; acc = = — E s logy : HE CHRISTIAN RECORDER THE COUNCILS MEET The Christian Recorder feels that eral Conference will comm ors and teachers are paid to date. | ihe Para i = : ~ it is discharging a sacred, moral committee of Bishops Eo the markable. President Fountain brother, oe Ap) worthy |she went to bed. Now she had the| On February 14-15 the Council back of the suit for Pees 10 are » a hard worker and very unas-|!arn about the fefinue Wes oe his Vey Of seeing this feeling for rhythm of Bishops and ministers from our Nashville plant ani oad of ing. true friend, President R, A. Scott of nieiiee pia gift of poetic ex- | BIRTHDAY GREETINGS~ | MEMBERS various sectionl of4he tharehenet TE Wit a Bick, Operty, es Campbell College, Jackson, Miss. Poctic Reidy wa triscts cane ae CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE jin “Big Bethel” at Atlanta, Ga.|the rumor. Where is the spirit of whole in their lea eas. as a RA T. BRYANT WAS pREs. oe army ; to get such employment a5 wo Ay ti bir Ser AG ce Tae EWS SEREe The sermon was delivered by Dr.| Allen? Where is our manhood? enact enabling legislatio, 4 and and in the right-hand “Amen|sion that it fey a esa * Bea The Blackness of at poet ambitions. | versity, Washington, D. C.; The Rev. Entered at the Post Office at Philadel-| Joseph Simeon Flipper, Senior Where is our religion? We pray dissolution of the old Beta, on rner.” He remained to hear the | the Souvenir Program was a eee of Me - ie Ee ees vile eons Presiding: Elder, Nash- phia, Penna. as Second Class Bishop. (The sermon in its en- that God Almighty might inter- GATE BS nex, a - gram from start to finish, |2"t : a ae ee a ie oe ue a ee ae c Bibs Bell—KINgsley 0497 aed is publisht in this issue. vene and stay the hand of those next step for the church is 6: oe owever he did not succeed in ap-! The Church ee eet Wages of four dollars a week, ts |The Reve W. "H. Shelby, Gineiinet —_____________] Bishop Flipper is the oldest citi-] who will stoop so low as to even ne pre ciates the earing before the Council of hops. A Committee of Bishops eard his request and disallowed But just as God put songs in the mouth of Robert Burns behind a Scotch plow, He put songs in the mouth of | General Conference to foll Ohio; Mrs. Mary Ellen Drayton, Moth- thru. er Bethel, Philadelphia, Penna.; Mrs. f Georgie Albright, Bethel, New York Scores of letters received from -inter- ested Teaders who protest the discon- tinuance of this column. It shall be Published Weekly zen in Atlanta, and is completing Ow think of buying an episcopal seat. By George A. Singleton, Editor and |his thirty-second year in the The bishopric is a high and holy At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. Bishop D. H. Sims, President SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single Copy 5c Address all correspondence to: The Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. SRE Ce EST SE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 1940 a ee | eee WEEKLY THOUGHT That he used to fill For ailing lads, His books, his kit, The doctor is ill! This constant friend, Whose courage and will Seemed without end, Lies stricken today, And our eyes grow dim, As we pause and pray With love for him! —Annie Campbell episcopal office. Bishop Wm. A. Fountain was the episcopal host, and had a very appropriate pro- gram. Bishop D. H. Sims deliver- welcome when the fathers, the General Officers and visitors were guests of the institution. Pastor efforts to make every visitor com- fortable and satisfied. 3 A remarkable thing about the dual meeting is the fact that every bishop was present, and every General Officer. The meet- and moved as one. The next meeting of the Coun- cil will be at New Orleans, La. in GOD SAVE THE CHURCH Now it has come to our ears that open and brazen remarks have been made about purchasing the episcopacy in Detroit. Many delegates to the General Confer- ence regret it and are mortified. D. T. Babcock was tireless in his | office. He who buys will sell. He who can be bought can be sold. We cannot believe that God has left us and deserted the church. checks. God, save the church. Never mind abouf me, but save the church. eS “KNOW THE TRUTH In the Christian Recorder of February 15, an editorial appeared on page 16 under coming General Conference. THE SUNDAY SCHOOL The business in Nashville is in the hands of a receiver. It is ob- vious that the Federal Court for the Middle District of Tennessee | is desirous to sée what will be the attitude of the General Confer- ence, We prophesy that the Gen- a POINTED POINTS LS , ‘daughter of The Reverend and Mrs. James Leonard of Marion, 1S. C. is visiting her uncle and his |wife the Reverend, and Mrs. C L. Leonard at 523 Sixth Street, Braddock, Penna. She “delights in reading the Christian Recor- der.”- AND DANIEL COKER WAS the connection, President Wm. A. Fountain speaking in the chap- el at Morris Brown said that the students. At that time it had only 2,Masters of Arts on the faculty, whereas it now has 18 Masters from leading colleges, and 2 Pro fessors holding the “Ph.D.” 4& gree. The institution also ow?’ 41 debt free acres of land for * pansion purposes, The Profes ‘BISHOP eDr.J. D. Howell, the Churchman speaker the second Sunday in February at St. Stephen, Detroit. It was a Breat and glorious service. House crowded. Excellent singing. For the “first time the Churchman heard St. " Stephen’s new pipe organ. Twenty persons were added to the society. At _3 P. M. the Churchman attended a “own as Sherman Town. Text: Romans 5:12, “Justification by faith.” nly seventeen minutes but he preacht the style of Joseph Simeon Flipper, inspired by the lamented T. M. D. Nard. - z The Churchman declines to mention ames of persons present because of JOSEPH SIMEON Flipper took only seventeen min- utes to deliver the Council ser- ag . __ Upon the invitation of the Reverend | ‘*!¢sates now turns his face toward | journeyed from Philadelphia tobe Mee where a new chapter will be written - continued. With every revolution of the car wheels the city of “Gone With the Wind” fame is teft behind. In fact The Churchman with six hundred odd Detroit and the General Conference in the history of this great church. Ane Stet Eee SS THE SPIRITUALITY OF DUNBAR (Continued from page 1) Pirations, joys, and sorrows of his own, forget the universality of Poetry would it be to ignore its racial significance. sense the poet of, for, and from among Paul Laurence Dunbar on a Dayton elevator and bade him sing. Some of the world’s most sublime lyric poetry was written between “runs” in that lowly place, In a very unexpected way, the op- unusual and alert audience, in which were some of the country’s best-known authors, and encore followed encore. Indeed, the remainder of the planned Program was forgotten by the listen- ers and the elevator by its poet-oper- ator. Certainly, as tragic as it would be to Dunbar’s He was in the truest I cises. Patil’s father having died when he was twelve, he became the support of on a hassock at his feet while he read t aloud to his wife, in the evenings, | f from Shakespeare, Byron, Keats, and Shelley. Although she understood lit- tle, if anything, of what was read, the cadence of the verses impressed her, | t health, he nevertheless cheers us on with such homely things as “Keep a- Pluggin’ Away.” presses a universal truth that the “loan seems small, but the interest is great,” as a result of sinful indulgence. With deep spiritual insight he senses he Master’s concern for the lost sheep, and she used to repeat it to herself as and expresses that concern in one of he result of his own folly, and he ex- | City; Edward Dirton, Allen Temple, Greenville, S. C.; Douglass Roseboro Williams, Harrisburg, Penna.; Mrs. LOE Thompson, Greenwood, Miss. ; The Rey. John T. Bond P. E , Balti- more, Maryland. Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President | €4 the response for the Bishops at|The church in Detroit will be] THE BETHUNE COOKMAN ren i, aie 4 ae gst a ie ection ety for more than local recog- é . 5 J . ” rr it Contributing Editors: Carlyle F.|the welcome Program at Bethel. | called upon, and expected to mag- College, Daytona Beach, Florida The entire deli . prob nate: the Churchman will spend Sunday ee ue fees pest foe his most delicate dialect poems, called Stewart, Josephine TT. Washing-| Dr. J. L. Butler represented the nify the name of the Lord and to celebrated the 35th Anniversary a e deliverance jis being Mate forthe secu Focus lan 2, ais - ge a por “Hymn ion, T- Spare Mig a ministers of Georgia. Bishop S. preserve what the fathers have|on ebruary 16.. The et : or See of Christian | Conference. From thence he will go| House and, to fiir Dies iid Tf Paul Laurence Dunbar were living ward D. Gregg, Milton §S, J. re : : Recorder readers. to Tampa, the home of the Reverend | or from | today he would be but sixty-seven ye H , gram, Dunb: ras ‘rie ) 1 sixty-seven years Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles arg oe ne a nae left us. No, the episcopacy must speaker was Mrs. Eleanor Roose- ; M. D. Potter, and R. Reche Williams, his Gag ee uae fe of age. He has been dead thirty-three H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson-|@t Morris Brown, ¢ ‘resident {not be bartered and sold even at| elt, ie Tac. His presentation of dialect posen 4, |Ye2S- As though he knew his’ life Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V.|of Morris Brown College rose to| the price of Christmas gifts and = RCHMAN AFIELD his own winning manner captivated that | WOuld be short, he achieved much in Richardson. great heights in his address of|presents tho they be in $100) MISS NADEN LEONARD, its brief span. Not many lives of so short duration as his have been more crowded with sorrows, nor have many radiated more sunshine. Above and beneath the pathos of his most dolorous sverses there is the ring of hope and triumph The late Dr. Davis Wasgatt Clark has described the burial of the poet and the dedicaticn of his monument in these words By some strange suggestive coinci- dence, Lincoln’s birthday was Dunbar’s th Bi It mass meeting at Ebenezer. At 3 P.M. | Thus we limit him by calling him “the ae ane ar ‘eee oe burial day. It was as if the Em < r : * e above caption.. has ere . he was guest speaker at St. Cyprian| greatest of Negro poets,” failing to|'S ‘at his fame rests almost entirely | vas grecting a chosen Teprese he bishops is private. An 3 ii to Africa. - <oeye ; 2 . iz iss is : pator was greeting a chosen representa at ng a ee Pees been brot to the attention of || the first missionary _ Episcopal Church. At 7:30 P.M. he |recognize that he was one of the great-|0" his dialect poetry. In it he takes tive of the emancipated race. A whole ees | Official release will come from the writer that The Wonder a aS was radio speaker in an Allen Day | est poets of any race, rs seat Here of the Southland, sets acre of people, mostly black, stood about AT THE OBSERVATION Bishop John A. Gregg, Secretary. State Publishing C. ® AN IMMORTAL RESOLU- talk at St. Stephen. Monday noon he} On June 27, 1872, at Dayton, Ohio, a a eens ya ONE oe Plantations, Jie fittle AFRICAN METHODIST POST The address by the Rev. V. M. . Bae tion: “Resolved that the people “met with the General Conference|son was born to Joshua and Matilda ie ue Pong e Sg pie EPISCOPAL CHURCH of which he By Rev. G. Lincoln Caddell > of Arkansas is a mere * ‘ 4 dall Housing Committee. Tuesday noon he | Dunbar, both of whom had been slaves, Ga rat BS > : was long a member. Uncovered. mute Townsend, president of the Con- PA th of Philadelphia, Baltimore, and al 5 ‘ : “ ; generation the days of slavery will have Rea A bookish man js never too F z 3 1 name” and “The Sou h Reald. unite began the trip to Atlanta, Georgia for | and neither of whom at that time could Been nine Toke ck cine BU eR and sad they stood during all the ser Satie nectional Council carried severa Christian Recorder is owned other places, who shou : the Council of Bishops and the Con-|read or write. The father suggested | iy Ae an Bs eater vice, of which they could not hear a Take his beak mars mace recommendations which evoked by the Afri ME.c with them shall become one body hectional Council in the company of|that the boy be named Paul. The inde See Liniarnss matte y a syllable. But the very air seemed " ee h di i A lution ad der th and style of the » the Canadian and Michigan ministers | young mother thought the name a little | "Ve Vanished, and ¢ Bi pas aehs ee electrical with sense-of.a triumph) let lost, muc 1scussion. resolutio: and publisht by the same.” under the name m Gnd laymen. At Cincinnati the group | “old-fashioned” for a baby im aoe hold no important place in our liter- hichsinotexwas) being ‘taken iden i ¢ i i . E. Church.’ ‘and laymen. / ncinnati 1p - a baby e was ne hice S Ae thomgh tos wore: ie mfg: Wee ae dopted usin em es i pen Mae O joined the remainder of the Fourth Dis-|day. But the father, who was con-|*Ue even across the sea $ ; z ; a papers * ° Pheer 1 ; ee j —Cleveland, Ohii Bishops in their leadership in the a dis publisht on’ SS trict delegation and the Third led by| siderably older than his wife, reminded | _ Therefore, Paul Laurence Dunbar’s It is as if Nature, with some sub- i d tk DR WwW JARVIS CON- 4 x « ‘1 2 vas | fame will ultimately rest upon his Eng- tle prescience of her lover yet unborn Sunday School Union case an Ss Christian Recor- ele : Bishops Reverdy C. Ransom, and R. |her that “the Bible says that Paul was | Cee : € prescien condemning Ira T. Bryant for his eecerdas Th ti tinues to write encouraging; R. Wright. i a great man,” and prophesied that the | !ish lyrics in which he even more beau-!had ages ago picked up one great rock derogatory statements and at af as e about the new venture of our ‘ child would be great some day and do Sage te piv ahd caro in ve for a memorial of him and transported = a : ee SOSA 2 nalf of his people, though not in their in her icy c e fre counted Lede area el mei i : the plant is ar occrcraie otll in Cuba. The competition The Churchman now sits in “Big|his mother honor. Rabie Bae oe eee it in i icy ¢ ; : om. un se titude toward the church. hundred doll Laos church in Cuba. e Pp Bethel,” Atlanta. All of the Bishops| At the age of seven, Paul Laurence | humble, en speech yesterye: leagues to very near the spot where he 9 !} (Quite naturally there was much z nr, tk with other denominational groups and General Officers of the church are | Dunbar shyly took his first poem to his} We laugh at the hombr and subtle} was to be laid “down beneag de willers i i to the Pension Fund at | is ke urvival and success ; 5 .|school teacher. Providentially, she | Philosophy of this master’s dialect Poe-|'in de grass” and take his “res’ at las 7 lat bout who will be the is keen. es Present WITHOUT EXCEPTION The doctor is ill speculation about who w 2 3 f : ; a id | ''¥;, We are moved by the tenderness of | The dedication of that unique, ideally : last General Conference was Storie ae Parise de- Re Babcock has thoroly |encouraged him, ae all: his teachers dia | ) : 1 His clever hands bishops elected next May. Rum- = It i of this missionary enterp : Pastor D. T. Babco _ thoroly | « he ii igh [his lyrics of love, and wwe are gripped located tmonument snade a rate crow F . * a cash transaction. It is h in which ‘Tenovated the auditorium which is a|in later years. When he was in hig yee Bag SS as : ; 3 ; Are useless and still ors flew thick and fast. Rumor & of th pends upon the manner Shing ih ReHoMbite |chool he lediled the school paper, die. by the power of his “race” poems, such | jn the annuals of a city in which such The sharp demands has it that the election of three|] Known the Editor the home base supports it. oR The aa ie aad: gallery playing such ability that his teachers |S “Ode to Ethiopia.” But let us not| events are not uncommon. Who that isti Recor-_ Beauty. ie main > a : A , |forget the deep. spirituality which runs.| he- d it can ever for, he impressive Of the telephone : Southern Christian ; : 3 t ould: bea |7orset the. deep. spiritu : j heard it can ever forget the impres ie cakdom neon bishops will be recommended and dex bas received tha appecedl RESS OF are crowded. Bishop Gregg is now }| were confident te ay ¥ me te dthrotigh nearly. Grery Wve, that ‘helrendering ct Denrens sais oan TPhotsh We Be presse the recall of Bishop W. T. Ver- his epi Sct. the IN A RINGING ADD ; Presenting Bishop J. S. Flipper, the notable place 4 t care we the Steele| Wrote, nor let us forget the abounding* by the Philharmonic Society of his His patients need! non. The meetings were char-! of episcopal district, welcome to the Bishops, Genera ‘Senior. He is now speaking. First He graduated, in at pies ae be- | Ptimism of his life. On, every hand/ native city, one hundred voices strong? s p s a A ah Twelfth, to be chosen one of officers, and visitors to the recent- ‘time a senior has ever been requested | High School, Dayton, a h hi [Uo Ch Re ONE The doctor is ifl! acterized ¥ ges ee wiper the bishops at the forth- fk ld councils of Bishops and to preach a Council Sermon. Thc |ing the ape eee Sey race, disappointed in love, broken in|] ong since in sore distress I heard one inti c ; | i is i hat was |was sung at the commencem xer- Prescription pads The fathers of the church acte y location of the church is in what w: s pray, and When storms arise, 94 CAS. : : i There is a veritable sermon in his | and mn i 1 _ Bishop i ing. |his mother. Matilda Dunbar, as a i ‘ of NT Cerne ace All his instruments Be ae students. _ Bishop E. J. Howard is praying aah soa othe Deke eile eure Seay hie i Without his wit February 1941. UNION E mater HBS oe 11 college The church is on its knees. at a |fittle slave girl in PARAS Sahm cre gaaen that his unhappy life is | That were distinction enough, but affec- i ; T STEP Eleven years ago it ha deliver: 2 Bishop: Fli reacht | permitted by her kindly master s y sugges ‘ ’ Lose their consequence! THE NEX Gkne Eioeertione > i tionate eulogies were also pronounced James Whitcomb Riley. was present Judge Dustin presided, and messages came from Mrs. Eugene Field, Brand Whitlock, Thomas Wentworth Higgin- son, and William Dean Howells. Zions Herald i a ===== DSC09020.JPG ===== Se ee ec TEACUP REVERIES By Virginia Simmons The Richard Allen of today says that you were born in a time of pioneering and just as the 49ers pioneers into the What's lovelier than a thin china cup? | western part of _ this great country, To sip therefrom is pure delight— fighting the Indians, cutting the roads & Delicacy, beauty, enjoyment— through swamps and even mountains, F But it’s so easily shattered. seeing their husbands fall, children Give me no friendship taken away and wives’ heads scalped, it a6 Like a thin china cup! was a part of the big job of pioneering. 5 Wilberforce ALL this happened just a few years ia before the Negro was freed. So the Richard Allen of today says to you, “Be a good pioneer, pay the price, don’t look up to any race. You were not born into an inferior race, but you were born in a time that all races must past through, a great time to be of service, Here is a unique and probably ap-|ot to feel down hearted or ashamed propriate news item: “The church pre- } but born at a time.to do something, sented Dr. Blank with a splendid car. |contribute something, make history. He asked the prayers of all Christian | Yes, plant a tree by the roadside and people.” place the emblem of another mile stone accomplished. STS SNAPPY STORIES ES, HE MAY NEED ’EM That the Negro’s Tomorrow and God’s : SAINTS KEPT BUSY ; Tomorrow Will Pass By and See It seemed that when Rastus and Sam died they took different routes, so | II. WE LIVE AND WE STRUGGLE when the latter got to Heaven he called Rastus on the telephone. Don’t let it be said about you, his “Rastus,” he said, “how yo’ like it |}mame was John Doe, he lived here in down thar?” Detroit for twenty years and died. “Oh, boy! Dis here is some place,” |Nothing else was said, nothing else replied Rastus.” de fire. We don’t work no more dan | struggle? two hours out ob de 24 down here. But tell me, Sam, how is it with you up|do, is struggle. yonder?” swering and saying, “Mah goodness. affo’ o'clock in de mawnin’ and gathah | other words struggle, struggle for the long.” IN THE CHURCH. This is religion. ter work so hard?” kin’ o’ short of help up here.” pieee SONA MES oo ate. MY INTERPRETATION OF THE | munity are to keep it clean, paint up, RICHARD ALLEN TODAY piece and quiet. and we struggle and we die!” The highway of life js not always just |straight, you are just as big as any- as you or I would have it. It does not |}body. Why not act like it? The matter if it is the desire of an individual | necessary thing in the government is that he or she is a Gentile, Jew or|to see to it that you are represented, Negro. But the fact that, that individual | bers in, see to it that he has the ability, must face, is, “You are what you are.” |go with the crowd, don’t get off into race man in. into one of God’s many chosen races. the races of men, must continue and|you vote for one and let the other yes down in the mud and carrying the at any time is any part of this great | husband, believe in each other to‘ the shine, in the darkness and the light. “All we have to doycould be said. He lived but he did not<them. is to wear a red suit wid horns an’|struggle. Well Mr. Richard Allen of year, one of Richard Alien’s great every now an’ den shovel some coal on | today, what do you mean by the word | Churches, namely St. Stephen had a T can hear him an-|had a Men’s Day and raised over “Do something, | $600.00; $1100 in less than one month. We has to git up |See to it, that it is done, fight!” In| Great work, yes, very great work. That is just about all we know and|then two or three weeks later, they | salary all his life, he should r in de stahs; den we has to haul in de |necessary things in life, in the COM- | tell them to do the same again for the moon and hand out de sun. Den we | MUNITY, IN THE GOVERNMENT, benefit of establishing a business so has ter roll de clouds aroun’ all day | IN THE HOME, IN THE RACE AND | that the young will have a chance. “But, Sam how comes it yo’ has} Yes, I planted a certain kind of re-|not only the salvation of our souls but ligion way back in 1816, but I intended | the salvation of our “Well, to tell de truf, Rastus, we’s |and expected that religion to grow, ex-|Since we do not have a strong press, pand enthuse, regenerate and to oper-|let the Church be the press. — The necessary things in a com-| III. ask the land-lord to clean up, have |have not considered this practical re- If you decide to sit |ligion, if you have not done anything, I believe Richard Allen would say if|on the porch take time and dress like |said anything and have contributed he were here, “We are Born, We live | MISS ANN, put on your shoes, take |nothing, you don’t die, you are just your feet down off the rail, sit up|taken out of the way. struggle to get one of your race mem-|A. M. E. CHURCH CONFERENCE i So tonight the Richard Allen of to-|groups but come together and vote| The forty-first Cape Annual Con- day says to you, “That you were born | whether or not it is your choice, put a] ference and Missionary Convention of 4 If nine councilmen are |the Chosen because it is in his broad pro-}to be elected, regardless to how good 'Church was held last week in Bethel gram that the great wheel, made up of |the eight records or their promises, are|A. M. E. Church. ‘ continue to turn, The part is down, | groups put the X by the other 8 names. |to the conference were given a civic The necessary things in the home |welcome by the Mayor of Cape Town, greatest part of the weight, will some- | are to have high standards by which to| Mr. W. Brinton, and the City Coun- time, soon! be at the top. But never |live.. Husband stand by wife, wife by |cillors. Dr. F. H. Gow presided. wheel without a great responsibility, | extent that it will take more than the |el doing its part, in the rain and the sun- | wagging tongues of the infidel to cause Quartet. a misunderstanding in your home, pre- | those present were Miss H. Adriaanse, So often we think in the terms of |serve it, keep it respectable. To strug- | who recited Kipling’s “If,” and Mr. J. races, instead of in the terms of time. | gle for the necessary things in the race | Adams, who sang ae Trumpeter.” RPE ref Mr. W. Brinton welcomed Gates on behalf of the City, Words of greeting were Biven 5 Mr. L. Greef on behalf of the Cin! [by Mrs. R. Ndimande on behalf the Missionary Society, and by it M. Eeles, who Fepresented the Yo, People. : Bishop R. R. Wright was Presenteq with a pair of stinkwood Candlestick, and a cross of gold. Mother Wright was given a cape and a fan Made of ostrich feathers. Bishop Wright in his address gai that wthout a cross there could be no sacrifice and without sacrifice no pro- gress could be made. When people ceased to live by the cross they died He expressed regret that the time was drawing near when he had to leaye South Africa. He would, however, be a very happy man if he were to be Te- appointed by the General Counci! Mother Wright expressed her thanks for the beautiful presents. She found great pleasure in the work a the people of Africa. Other speakers were Mrs. Fortuin and Dr. J. R- Coan. is to support every. worthwhile en- deayor. Don’t stand by and see an- other group move in and put your man’ out of business, he has something in there that is the same price and quality, The Richard Allen of today says to the Negro business man, when one of your customers comes in.Say: Good morning, May I help you? Thank you, if you are not satisfied, please let me know at once. Ican see Richard Allen today looking at his great CHURCH. Big men, Bishops, large and intelligent member- ship property and schools. Well done, so far, so good. But there is one thing that I think the Church today has over looked. In the past 10 years have you noticed the change in the world? Have you noticed the change today? Banks have failed, Insurance companies have gone under and most all other bus:- nesses and organizations have been lost or almost lost. But the Church has stood the test and is still leading. It is the only place jn the world where once a week at 11 o'clock, thousands and thousands of Negroes are together at the same time. Just look how the stage is set, thousands of them sitting at the same time with open ears.; What power, what influence, what a great op- portunity to get the message over to Why not tell them that last the dele. aA.) I THINK REV, AL. MURRAY’ PLAN IS UNSOUND—IT SEGRE. GATES, By H. A. Perry Ladies Day and raised over $500.00, After a Minister works for a equally as much as his Brother Minis- ter who has been living on the fat of the land most of his life. Indeed he should receive more, because the more fortunate minister should have laid a something. It is also harder Minister to raise or give five percent of his salary of $300.00 than it is to + give five per- cent of $3,000.00. If Dr. J. H. Clayborn is not Bishop in Detroit, I don’t see why is big-hearted and fair-minded I t He makes large and prints every sent him. He boosts everybody. A man like -that would make a good Bishop. Don’t you think so? = This said because I believe it! I may b¢ wrong. Richard Allen today says, why not for Tt can be done. The church holds made He economic life. WE DIE. Richard Allen of today says, If you 8 —Maceo A. Williams St. Stephen A. M. E. Church Detroit, Michigan SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDE® | _ SING GOSPEL SONGS “Yl Tell It Wherever I Go—l% Precious Lord, Take My How About You? Send Orders to THOMAS A. DORSEY African Methodist Episcopal On ‘Wednesday evening the delegates - Musical items were rendered by Beth- Choir and the Coleridge-Taylor Others who entertained FUNERAL DIRECTOR _ Sacred Care of the an i 743 N. 47th St. IARY 29, 1940 patie . C. E. LEAGUE THE LEAGUE ‘OPIC FOR MARCH 3 CHURCH THAT APPEALS _* TO JUNIORS Ours Is a Singing Church Ps. 95:1, 2; Eph. 5:19, 20 a Start on the Topic 3 the very earliest times as people 2 worshipped they have used their in song and, especially in later , in all sorts of beautiful music. elings of joy and happiness are ex- ed by singing more easily than in ther way. Long before the time ist the Jewish worshippers sang is Of praise to God. at is a Christian hymn? Would ike to try to answer that question? group of boys and girls said: “It ome poetry which tells of God or part of Christian belief or living, h can be set to music and sung as ‘expression of worship.” Do you k that was a good answer? jome very good Christian people say tt we ought to sing only the psalms the Bible. It is true that they THE REV. A. P. SPEARS Bake a wonderful spirit of worship}| When the honorable Charles Evans hen they are well sung. Verses about | Hughes was the Republican candidate sus, or praise for His salvation, or | for the presidency of the Unietd States, descriptions of what He has done as|one of his close friends reminded him the Saviour are very common. that his competitor had carried his Then there are many hymns which| speaking campaign into every section have to do with nature, or special days|of the country and warned him that n the year, or prayer, and other Chris- | unless he speed up his campaign Mr. tian practices. They are intended to| Hughes would find himself at a decided cause people to think about their bless- | disadvantage on election day. Mr. » ings, or their duties, or the way in|Hughes replied, “It is not the fellow which they should live. As the Juniors | who js first to get on the scene, but the speak they may answer the following|one who knows what to do when he Questions: (1) When a hymn is to be} gets there, that wins.” u ed ina service of worship, what} At the close of the decisive battle in points should be in the mind of the one|the rebellion of Israel against David, who is choosing? (2) Do you see|Ahimaas, son of Zadok, was over-anx- difference between a hymn and a song? | ious to be sent to break the king the (3) What kind of singing is best in a} news of Israel’s defeat, but he was re- on the king. Undaunted by the former rebuff, Ahimaas besought his captain to let him run also. Joab replied, “Wherefore wilt thou run, my son, secing thou hast no tidings?” But Ahimaas insisted and finally permis- sion was granted. He ran and by chance was the first to reach the king’s court, but because he had no tidings was commanded to stand aside. After- wards Cushi entered the court, delivered the tidings, and thus justified his com- mission, Dr. S. S. Morris, the efficient Secre- tary-Treasurer of the Allen C. E. League Department, has publicly an- nounced his candidacy for the bishopric, subject to the May election, when he der? To the persons present? (5) Tf you were to name your favorite hymn lat would it be? ‘or the Juniors (The following thoughts are typical what may be used.by the Juniors in heir own words.) 1. When things are going well for an ‘individual there is apt to be song on his. lips, and coming from his heart. Happi- ss is often expressed by singing. The ‘same should be true of Christian people in a church. If they are happy, they ll sing. 2. One ought never to sing a Chris- tian song without thinking about what it means. If it is too deep to beunder- ‘stood, it should not be used. $3. It is often good to know what T., Feb. 27. Sing and serve. caused a hymn to he written, and why Ps, 100:2, 4. “Some of its expressions are used. For), 1.4, 99. Grace in the heart. ‘instance, the wife of a bishop in Ireland ‘ Col. 3:16 as meditating about the call jofhetce T.. Feb. 29. Sing with understanding. d Andrew (Matt. 4:19). She picked] ”’ 1 Cor. 14:15. up pen and paper and wrote, F., Mar. 1. Sing with orn Ss. 4, ‘Jesus calls us; o’er the tumult Of our life’s wild, restless sea, Day by day His sweet voice soundeth, Saying, ‘Christian, follow me’.” M., Feb. 26. Salvation brings praise. ity Isa. 12;2-6. Mar. 2. Singing under affliction. ee Acts 16 :23-25. Ours Is a Sun., Mar. 3. Topic—I. Singing Church. Ps. 95:1, 2; Eph. 5:19, 20. _The Christian Endeayor World THE CHRISTIAN REC RDER GE SEVEN DR, SPEARS, A GOOD MAN For will haye rounded out five successive | y, quadrenniums in this Position. Siven good account of his stewa: both as pastor and general office: number of his friends Predict tha will be among. the number whom ensuing conference will delight to honor, And in my opinion fine bishop. He wou bench of bishops fine experience, cultural bearing and elements of leadership with w bless the Church of Tomorrow. In view of the above consideration, it |; is likely that the Detroit conference will be confronted with the duty of selecting a new officer for this depart- ment. Since this field is one of the most important in our connection no Pains should be spared in seeing to it that the man chosen to superintend this work be one who is consecrated in life, thorough in training, unselfish in ambition, forward in outlook, and a lover speaking their language. number for place, but few know w when put in charge;—a large number Woman’s Mite M of large number of At and there a Cushi. Carolina. fault for lending a hand to the less fortun-] =. Church better jn this country. ate, he would today be living in luxury. He is not a stranger to, nor a novice in the work of the League, for he has served as state president of this orga- nization for a number of years, and under his leadership one of the finest state organizations in the entire con- nection was developed; to which fact the fine South Carolina delegations at Washington and rennial meetings bear witness situations. strated at the New York General Con- ference u tee was involved in a most intricate controversy and this group was thought too large to handle the matter, it was referred to Dr. Spears as acting attor- ney, sult that the controversy was ironed out satisfactorily, a law-suit averted and a considerable sum of money saved the has tidings. a worthwhile, forward looking program which he has worked out for this de- partment, and which promises to re- oat [°) scholarship, of young people and at every conference seekin runners, but few It is the purpose of this release to ; Suggest to the voters a good man for}R this post and urge his election, I refer! have to the Reverend A. P. Spears, Presid-|of San Pedro de Macoris ing Elder of the Marion District, South the A. M. In point of consecration he} in the town takes first rank. As to training he is triangle steel of r. a product of Brown University. Touching ambition, and obsessed with the passion Philadelphia quad- skilled in handling difficult This acumen was demon- is He When the Episcopal Commit- and the contestants, with the re- connection. The subject of this release, like Cushi, is not running for exercise, but He will carry to Detroit Having } of other rdship, | tions. he will make a] elected. Id carry to the head of '@ |some improvements. hat to dofa choir. ‘amp and lift our League to the level great young people’s organiza- And may I add in closing that T, athe was the ranking defeated candidate t he} for this position at the General Con- the} ference at Cleveland and also New York. He came within thirty votes of being Shall we not place him at the this Department when we wide] meet in Detroit, and give him an op- _ other portunity to use his fine ability inspiring hich to}and mobilizing the youth of the church of Allen into a mighty army, co-ordinat- bodies in the work of building a new Christian world? R. L. POPE Sumter, South Carolina. ZION A. M. E. CHURCH San Pedrode de Macoris Republica Domini Cana I took charge of Zion A! M. E. apt in}Church on the 27th of August 1939. Pheré-are al Since that time the church has made We have robbed e-organized the onary Society. We hav v have tidings—a|We have put up a New Communion hismaases, but here | Rail, We have put up a New Bell for the first time in the church’s history. I was told by some who were in this epublic for over forty years that there never been a bell in our Church from the time E. Church was established This bell is made out of ail. It is only a local When | made bell but it can be heard far away. it comes to breadth of vision, he is! We have build a new pulpit, and had it always found among the progressives, dedicated. whenever and wherever the lines are|that our A. M. E squarely drawn. he is the personification of unselfness. If church loyalty is required his devo-}oiven or made for the Cl tion to his church js unquestionable. And if it be love for young people, scores of graduates from Allen Univer-| put all of this work sity whom he has inspired and helped through school will bear eloquent testi- It is said from the time Church was burned $s ago until the dedi- cation of the new one that has been We 1 down twelve 3 nurch have re-organized our Sunday Sc This is a very weak Missionary Field has been done with- in four months’ time There are other improvements to be ‘ mony. He is a fine business man and} made in the coming year D. V. Pray 4 Lie ic |j I tushi was chosen Ried x Rs itis z 5 Junior society? (4) How can ne see eames Tidtigs nen a He s to} 528 built a creditable instituton. But|for us in this hard Missionary Field, : ‘ Tr & . 1 of a society meeting be a help to the|to be the ru = 8 for the fact that he is generous to a}that God will help us to win souls for His kingdom, and establish the A. M. J. B. Boyce, Minister Rev SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian Recorder —1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please enter my name as a new subscriber to the Christian Re- corder for one year. Am enclos_ ing $1.50. Name Street or box City A Nicety, Ves (DOES SpiRiTwAL : "DEVOTION: INSPIRE * Choir and Pulpit Gowns State your needs. Catalog and samples on request. DeMoulin Bros, & Cos!) 119% South Fourth Se. Greenville, Mlinois ===== DSC09021.JPG ===== wa a ARAL The Church THE WOMEN’S PAGE FARRER EEE ERR h ib WRITER — ! JOSEPHINE T. WASHINGTON Cleveland, Ohio One time Preceptress at Wilberforce University. She is the mother of Mts. A. J. Allen. POET VIRGINIA SIMMONS A WOMAN’S ISSUE OF THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER? WHY? (Continued from page 1) of the radio and a rapidly increasing body of pictorial representation of facts, ideas and philosophies, the daily output of our printing presses would still indicate that we favor a slogan of more and better, printed matter. Taking over, therefore, any publica- tion, even for ever so short a time, gives to any group of persons, not only a very great privilege but a corre- spondingly tremendous responsibility. In the case of The Christian Recorder, both the privilege and the responsibility are special. In the first place the read- ers whose attention this publication is supposed to command are far too in- adequately represented in print at best. ] WIVES OF OHIO’S JOSEPHS Mrs. Jewett Washington Allen MRS. A. JOSEPH ALLEN MRS. JOSEPH GOMEZ St. James A. M. E. Church Cleveland, Ohio St. James A. M. E. Church Cleveland, Ohio THE POET”?S MONUMENT = > “BENEAF DE WILLERS IN DE GRASS” r corder, an issue that shall be their very own. This does not mean that in this one issue they shall reverse all the editorial policies of the publication, for certainly there is within the range of lays emphasis on the salvation of an individual n a world beyond; I refer to ministry to a soul that is torn with the struggle of buying food and cloth- ing, keeping a roof over his head, finding and holding a job, paying taxes, its usual practices adequate room for MRS. REVERDY C. RANSO\ Tawawa Chimney Corner Wilberforce University Ohi¢ THE POET’S MOTHER far too many things that men cannot do at all in which women can st so admirably. There is a feminine contribution be made to alleviating all our s¢ ills—a task to which the C church is going to have to addres itself more and more in order to m2!" tain itself. Women have a sensitivitY to human needs and suffering that * unknown to most men. Why mist! not let that peculiar sensitivity be linked with the superior training that womell have been receiving in the last gen’ tion or so? There might result some thing rather startling. ‘ Imagine the cooperate body of Ne gro Church women so arousc® Bi their real social responsibility that 1° to al eetings paged ghettos of sDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 1940 ——=$———— THE REV, J. 0. HAITHCOX St. John, Cleveland, Ohio gest Sunday School in the connec- General Conference Delegate. scopal Committeeman, Chairman ber ——— eee Product of Wilberforce and Western Reserve. tions, THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE NINE “TAM THE GOOD SHEPHERD” FINE PASTOR THE REV. A. E. ALLEN St. James A. M..E. Church Pittsburgh, Penna. Leads his conference in num- of Christian Recorder subscrip- THE REV. G. HORACE JENKINS sided over by Bishop Ransom. FROM KENTUCKY Quinn Chapel, Louisville The Kentucky Conferences are pre- FROM THE BLUE GRASS THE REV. HARRISON J. BRYANT St. Paul A.\M. E, Church Lexington, Kentucky DEAN OF PAYNE “TEACHING THEM TO OBSERVE ALL THINGS... * A MERCHANT StHE REV, Dr. C. S. SPIVEY Wilberforce University, Ohio And the church needs to support heological education in a larger way. | fayne should be accredited. | PROF. O. M. TRAVIS Monticello, Kentucky State of their health that would sound Something like this: We are so sickened by the disadvant- American life into hich many of our race men and women re pushed, that we are pooling all leminine powers to release their souls that they might live the abundant life which our churches tell them, Out Orporate nervous system is so shocke¢ Y the evil of lynching in America We are keenly aware that our pulse grows weak and our blood pressure runs low because of the inadequate social education of our sons and daught- ers inspite o : grees, because of their spiritual mal- nutrition inspite phy. wome } ing a body of printed f their social science de- of all their philoso- In other words, when Negro church n have the opportunity of dictat- material to be o their fellows, they should A JUDGE MR. PERRY B, JACKSON Attorney At Law St. John A. M. E. Church Cleveland, Ohio the General Conference. He is a police judge and member of “OBSERVATION POST” THE REV. G. LINCOLN CADDELL Cleveland, Ohio Thoughtful writer and contributor to the Christian Recorder. -— ' most intelligent and among them. the mission they must sesve—a program that will command the respect of the most energetic (2) Call to their assis® tance the best minds that the group affords, regardless of office-seeking op- shall we be able to present our soul- sick society with the white hyacinth that will cheer his sick room, lift his eyes toward the skies, and feed his soul. The very serious question of Dr. Ernest F. Tittle, in an article contribut- portunities, and harness that great volume of feminine energy so necessary to sustain a difficult program through repeated apparent failures. Only then circulated t consider it incumbent u at least two things: and announce a Pro their intelligence, thei stead of smug complacent m too much worn programs, "™ either in conception or execut! a far from the lives of the people aa claim to serve, we should find Be ed to the Winter number of Christen- dom in 1939 is pertinent to our theme. (Continued on page 16) all that this article would prescribe. I wish however to warn that is quite time for mature, intelligent women to educating children and rearing them respectably in an environment from which respectability seems to have de- parted. cease their boasting that women can There is yital and specifice reason for ;do many of the things that men do as that 2° that we feel in duty bound to discover ion, 10° { the one approach tc the intelligence 4nd self respect of an American public So stupid as to believe itself protected »y refusing to out-law mob violence. pon them to do (1) Formulate gram worthy of jr resources and In the second place the mission of The Recorder is very definitely jndi- cated in the term Christian. Surely there is in this word at least a sugges- tion of ministry to the soul. Here I ! do not mean ministry to the soul which a Woman’s Issue of The Christian Re-| well as men can do them, There are making a clean cut statemen! ° ===== DSC09022.JPG ===== STIAN RECORDER PAGE TER THE CHRI Nicene Creed, which even to this day} When the change was made e dat e News At A Glance is used by many of the Christian|was September 3, 1752, which became | churches. under the new system September 14, In those days, however, there were|1752. In the cities and towns through- WANDERING E ER! IT MAY in use many different mcthoils of}out England, mobs gathered, parades ‘AST reckoning time, and it wasn’t until after | and demonstrations were held, amid th. FALL ANY TIME ‘TWIX MARCH 1 Fy A ‘ S APRIL 25; WHY? the year of 664 that the English and the} cries of the people, that, “we’ve been z 5 Irish accepted the Nicene or Roman| robbed,” and demanding “give us back date for Easter, ; our eleven days.” a = | A TRIBUTE TO A FRIEND SADIE B. DIVERS .% ‘- __ MANILA, (AP)—Presiden, Quezon issued a Proclamatio, Any that the official Populatio, “ Ph Philippine Islands was re ty ay, ‘tt Jan. 1, 1939, when the censy vas \ pleted. A detailed Tepor Rios Americans in the islands, Servant of God well done Rest from thy loved employ The Battle’s fought, the victory won Enter thy Master’s joy. Sunday, Feb. 18th s R. Nelson, Presiding El- ‘ m. i i t showed 4 Very recently a gracious and noble Perhaps like countless other folks you Ever since the founding of the Nicene] The Gregoriam calendar hac now. heen [Unted ee not inclu n Centreville District, passed soul Weary of the strife and strain of have often wondered just why the im-| Council, the same method of determin- accepted by most of the world. Japan | Of the number, 3 oh apd Navy forces M. ae John A. M. | life broke the bonds of earthly ties and Portant holiday of Easter has no defi-|ing the date of Easter has been used. | started using it in 1873, China in 1912,}in Manila This cit aseticans ide NO ae Was borne on wings of prayer and nite date set, such as Christmas and/ Although since then, there has been a] Soviet Russia in 1918, Greece in 1923 oy aly, the larg —C. C. Ferguson faith back to its Maker. Rcd sitar commonwealth, had a 623,362. “A other religious holidays that are cele- | major calendar change, which of course, | and Turkey in 1927, Population 7 brated throughout the civilized world. | has affected Easter along with all the] The date of Christmas was definitely The religious festival of Easter may other dates. In March of the year 152, | fixed in the fourth century. But Easter occur on any date from March 22, to| Pope Gregory XIII, ordered that the| still remains after all this time a wan- April 25, inclusive, which as you can| Julian calendar, which was started by dering date on the calendar. ee see leaves a leeway of more than a| Julius and Augustus Caesar, should be} Ten ‘years ago, England took step: Golden Rule C. i month. abandoned in favor of the more accu-| to fix a definite date for ‘Easter, Parlia- a Xp It should be interesting to learn just|rate calendar worked out by the] ment passed the necessary laws, subject how the date is selected. During the} Neapolitan astronomer, Aloysius Lilius. | of course, to the approval of the other} AKRON, O (UP second century Asiatic Christians cele- | This calendar has since been known| nations, accepting the date recommend- Klapp. ; i ea brated Easter on the fourteenth day of | either as the Gregorian or the New| ed by the League of Nations committee Saare see her now as she humbly stands be- fore God and receives His benediction, “Well done thy good and: faithful servant, enter thou into the joys of thy Lord.” Yea, her soul has taken its flight from its casement of flesh and bone and she enjoys now that sweet blessing of dreamless sleep, yet, she is not dead. No shakles bind her but there will con- tinue the ties of love which endure when the heart no longer throbs, and DEATH ees ————_ PASTOR STARTS Hows : PROJECT T. J. Miles, the wife of Dr, les, Presiding Elder, Columbia, assed away Sunday A.M. 2:30 February 18. Funeral Tuesday o'clock, : ity in Aly, Begun to AID PARIS 4 G Church of God ministe; ; or of an idea which has r, DEATH BP er pera nagiel tobasms Spiers = —the first Sunday after the second]in the building of 14 homes a warm blood no more courses through Maca oe = mee € time that Pope Gregory made | Saturday in April. But so far the gen- | bers of his parish—a “golden rule” cal F. Boyd's remains were fun-]atteries. She mingles now with kings € upon what day of the week it} his decree, there was a difference of}eral approval of the nations is still | munity. ; at Spartanburg, February 1,]who loved their fellowmen on earth, occurred. And for this reason they|ten days between the “old style” and | lacking. S “When I was transferred here ; tev. Bo d was formal of Bethel were called “Quartodecimans.” the “new style” calendars, a difference —William McCombs | Detroit three years Ss a : iastk, from ea to. Man- had no idea of buying any prop ; District, Central Conference. “But one day a parishioner ; he got in bad health, and had to to drive out with him to look perannuated, and there he was that was for sale. It was a nice uated until his death which place, but he only wanted to } at Spartanburg February Ist. acre, and the owner refused + mpathy goes out to his loving parcel of it.” nd children who stuck with him The European Christmas howeyer,|that would continue to increase insisted upon celebrating the feast al- throughout the years, because of the ways on a Sunday. Julian or “old style” errors made in the Date Depends on Whim of the Moon reckoning of time. The Council of Nicaea, (the present-, Effort to Fix Date Made By England day Nice or Isnik, in Asiatic Turkey) | The Catholic nations of the world] WASHINGTON, Pa. (UP)—A tooth in the year 325, decided that the Easter | soon adopted the Gregorian system, but 125,000 years old has been unearthed by festival should be celebrated on the] it wasn’t until the year of 1752, that}# Construction crew, here. The pastor had seen the po ie end. Peace be to his ashes. first Sunday after the full moon, which} England and all of her colonies accept- The tooth, discovered about 15 feet poor living conditions of e would occur on or immediately after|ed it. And by that time there was a} below the surface on the bank of Parish. He decided to a th MAMMOTH’S TOOTH 125,000 YEARS OLD young people with whom she worked March 21. difference between the two systems of | Chartiers Creek, has been identified by plot, divide it into lots of 50 fee DEATH Peas doLDuSisent ie die: Divers were This same council also produced the | eleven days. Dr. Homer C. Porter, geologist of | and offer BHesE tor those in Fis catia 4 a part of that meeting. Her life was]ago. mes | VSN and Jefferson College as} who wished to buy them fhe Messenger of death removed} benediction to them and I am sure af 4 that the influence it wielded over them us, Sister Angelina Bishop on the of January, (Friday)-1940. Sister hop, lived one hundred and four rs and nine months. She was one ie Foundation Members of African 1odism in the Santo Domingo Re- ic. Though she-had lost her sight | 20 years, yet she was a faithful that of a mammoth—an elephant-like Easy Terms Offered animal which roamed the Northern Temperate Zone about 125,000 years ago ai in the pleistocene or late glacial period. will continue through the years. For two quadrenniums she had charge of the music in our devotional and Open Forum Hour. We who were so fortu- nate as to be in these meetings shall ever remember with what consecration she approached her task and with what “TI resolved not to press for | nd to let them have the lots o terms,” he said. The new tenants work by the rule.” Women mix paste and PASTOR 82, FEARS : ' {men hang paper in homes whic BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF : CHOIR GOWNS PU WN: RELIGION SLIPPING|"° their own but belong to familts mber of the A. M. E. Church for | awe and reverence our dear young peo- CHOIR ce : Nay NeeEn “down the street,” co mn years. She loved her|ple entered into the worship period. VESTMENTS: BUCYRUS, 0. (UP)—Religion has cu pate mavgue Bea bing, Sot -she loved her Church. One hour |Our souls ERS uplifted, our hearts CHURCH lost its grip upon everyday life, believes I’m a plumber, and you build 5 im half before she died; Rev. J. B. drenched with love and our ee HANGINGS the Rev. Addison E. Davis, 82, oldest | Pease you are a roofer,” is the Be) pastor in charge of Zion A. M. [lives deepened. She was particularly EMBROIDERIES active United Brethren pastor in the | 2ting idea behind Klapp court, 2 : Church, San Pedro de Macoris,| fitted—for this work and bee lace wil YARD United States until his recent retire- pais has been named jn honor of ik D. was at her bed-side, prayed} be oe "3 a “ aay oe pare parities her, and gave her the last Divine | somebody for he always has som GOODS « » oat i Residents Enthusiastic e in reserve for his work. TRIMMINGS ‘For years,” said the Rev. Mr. Davis, cae stion. Her interment took place on ‘ ae 4 STOLES who served 58 years in the ministry, “it The new residents, many o/ irday evening, January 6th by Rev.} Our hearts will ever hold her sacre ¢ i i “ home, 2 B memory dear. was easy to create interest in revivals,|"°Ver before owned a ’ B. Boyce. non F ACADEMIC but now it’. a real task because of the thusiastic about the idea. ¢ Memorial service was conducted In a sheltered Sia a see wae, ND radio and automobile which take people} | V¢ 40n’t have to worry about Rev) J.B. Boyce on the 28th of |part in familiar ways of the ear! fee end ee away from the church.” put out on the street now,” r ary, 1940. A number or several | heart Till tired it glimpsed tno the ares si During his service to his church, the | “*thony Salyers, happily pausi cers, members, friends and well-} wall a view of ha Cai i eae ak elderly pastor traveled more than | Wr of wall-papering. hers of the church testified of her} and blue. So it wan ian a a tek to see the 200,000 miles Mrs. Albert Oliver, raking « yt! g outstanding Christian life. The{the scented loam, i ie eee : d rf i aT tended. | had found a home. Shall we close Betccd. rial Service was well. at : sae Nea BLUE AND “Tt’s so much better than when ™ church (Zion) of San Pedro defgarden from the ses es axe awa, : used to live on a crowded street a coris, R. D. has lost one of its oldest | make of eth i braver will while Ss DRINKING ON RISE IN CHURCH |said. abers. Our profound condolence Let us trust with a braver wil wil roe ‘lles ANS School Close By F ndered through this medium to all ee page ee ae Sa The children, who attend a 1°" bereaved ones. nowing the ABSE. py and free in the Silver Dawn With a cheery smile and a loving kiss turn to gather ETERNAL BLISS. : —Evelyn Mae Miller CHICAGO, (UP)—Drinking is on| school, agree that it’s a “swell plc?" the increase among many of the most|call home.” 3 devoted church members, the eigh-| Each home has its pump and i's > e National Academic Cap and Gown c teenth annual convention of the Inter- drilled down to good drinkine mpany national Council of Religious Educa-|The street is a little bit mud 821 a 23 Arch Street ' PHILADELPHIA tion learned today. but the residents are planning 0 deb IN MEMORIAM well, eh ruary 17, 1929—Feb. 17, 1940. kev. S. L. Birt, D.D. As long as a ; and | last, ill always i PENNSYLVANIA P. R. Hayward, Chicago, editor of | cate their community to the city ink # cee aiid raew 3 Sead’ for Now Catalogs, We-canry x complete litie’ of «Crosses; the ye re said a survey ct a lias get it fixed up, life and Sons : eee atta OR Communion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin catia aa segs ts uae aah the Soe i ained that he ® Mrs. Maude R. Birt sic tene oar tian St, Phila. Boards, Hi Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, ete. nations showed drinking of intoxicants ie minister explaine aytich Samuel L. Birt, Jr. 2121-23-25 RETR now affects many~of the best church| limiting the number of homes members and “not merely a fringe of|can be built on the property—*° the less desirable, as was the case 25|always will be plenty of land “' : each home, — yeard age ‘ ? Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands. thest oun Ross Birt THE A. M. £. MINISTERS’ ALLIANCE OF NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE ENDORSES with commoners whose exalted works | eral Secretary Allen Christian Endeavor placed them near the throne on high; | League and Director of Religious Edu- and she looks with ecstasy upon the|cation A. M. E. Church who is being good deeds and loving kindness of her} presented by many of his friends, both loved ones and friends. which will | ministerial and lay, and who offers him-| ment has already won laurels by spon- sweeten her everlasting peace as she, self for the exalted office of the Bish- enters upon “life’s greatest adventure.” | opric in the African Methodist Episco- }and sending Sadie B. Divers was an accomplished | pal Church, is hereby endorsed for the | White, as a and useful woman, a great lover of| episcopacy for the following reasons: ference of Christian Youth which met 5. Record Memphis jn gether more the church, International America and for leadersh DR. S. S. MORRIS FOR THE EPISCOPACY the frame w people was published at this time. Christian E as General Secretary Al- len C. E. League since 1920: During this incumbency Dr. Morris has con- tacted and inspired thousands of young people in all sections of the church. He has promoted five (5) Connectional Young People’s Congre notable being the Sesquicentennial at s, the most 1937 which brought to- church leaders and young people than had ever assembled for a meeting of its kind in all the history of His contributions to such and World gatherings as ndeavor ‘ Conventions in Europe, World Sunday School Conventions and meetings of the International Council of Religious Education ar! e evidences of his capacity ip in national and inter- national affairs. 6. Relationship to the Department of Religious Education: In collabor- ation with the leaders of the church and his colleagues, Dr. Morris created york and built the structure Rev. Samuel Solomon Morris, Gen-]of our newest and most far reaching education adventure the depz rector of Re African Methodism. This new depart- ent of religious He becomes the first Di- ligious Education known to soring the Richard Allen Youth Council its president, Mr. Andrew delegate to the World Con- 1. African Methodist lineage: The |in Amsterdam, Holland, July, 1939. This untiringly. You could always count on| forebears of Rev- S. S. Morris were | department having enough young people in a meet- | numbered with the pioneers of African | Religious Education, an informative periodical which has Methodism of Virginia nearly a century is publishing the Journal of aken its place in the front ranks of wholesome enriching 2. Record asalayman: In Emanuel |religious literature A. M. E. Church, Portsmouth, Vir- ginia as a Sunday School teacher, Allen C. E. League President, assistant class leader and local preacher, his activities were marked with a sincerity and faith- fulness which merited commendation. 3. Record asa pastor: From a mis- sion point in the Atlanta, Ga., Con- ference to St. John Church, Norfolk, Va., a successful pastorate which in- cluded large conversions and conver- sions yearly, increases in all connection- al funds, missions established, mort- an itineran forthright probity an As an ex or discrimi More than thirty years experience as t minister has developed a personality of integrity, d high honor ecutive he is safe, sane, sym- pathetic and dependable In the pulpit he is a prophet with a message of light and life. Behind the desk as spiring and challeng As a bishop we bel the flock of Christ without fear, favor a writer he is in- e he will feed nation gages burned, church edifices recon- Wallicisevel hat hess ‘callearor, God ditioned with peace and prosperity Mis the Ch full evidence at the close of every con- ference year. Upon entering the min- istry he gave himself to thorough and crated to fistian ministry and conse- the task of rebuilding the social order through the building of the kingdom of heaven. systematic training, studying at Morris Wel Beliewetfuether that wt a tinie like Brown College, Gammon Theological, nia Union University and Garrett Biblical Institute. In 1918 Rev. S. S. Morris was Dollar Money King of the south, having been reason we Samuel Solo: this the Church of Allen needs Dr. 1 Morris and for that nt him and beg cooper- pr ation in his elevation at the General Conference of the A. M, E. Church, the first pastor below the Mason and | \hich will meet in Detroit, Michigan Dixon line to raise and report $1000 as May 1, 1940, for if elected the church Dollar Money, The same year $300) .\i1) find in him an able exponent of the Mas. fenorted jon \baster, Dayeand oe true genius and spirit of African on Children’s Day. This was during Rrattiodiscck - Pete Tone People’s Leader} We, therefore, willingly and prayer- in Virginia: Rey. Morris was the first fully qubscans our he enn corresponding secretary for the Vir- i L. Pinkston, P, E., Vice Pres. ginia State Allen C. E. League. After W. A. Lewis, x E, aoe years of service he was elected C, Hy ea Ey president and later state superintendent Theo. MN . Gaines which office he held for twelve years. N. B. orton. Large and enthusiastic groups of young F. J. McInnis, Secretary people gathered annually in the state “ E. cer meetings, thereby laying the foundation n ans Poe for our religious education structure in a A ap AN Sie 28 the Old Dominion, The Allen League Me y . as ig Visitor, a monthly periodical for young og 88 leman, ===== DSC09023.JPG ===== OS PLEA OF HOPE — We the officers and Pastor of Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church of St. Claires- ville, Ohio earnestly beg and entreat | Pastor. all churches of this denomination and others who are interested to plase raise a LOVE OFFERING to help in erasing the indebtedness which hangs over our church. We must make pay- ments every month, and your aid will help in closing our mortgage. Each con-* tribution will be acknowledged through our perodical, With love and appreciation, we thank you. Please forward donation to order of Mt. Pisgah A. M. E. Church, send- ing same to secretary or treasurer. REV. F. W. WALKER, SR. Pastor 35 MARSHALL, Secretary JOHN WILLIAMS Treasurer ANDY ROBINSON, Trustee Chairman eee Se ee LeMoyne College Memphis, Tenn. Any one having any information of importance concerning leading person- alities and their contributions to the great A. M. E. Church, please mail to| churches in the city, five of them hav- me at once as I am completing may | —AA AHH senior thesis on “Negro Methodism” | Thousand names. which I hope to have published. I give due credit. Do readers favor or- ganic union or greater cooperation of Negro denominations? If no, why, if yes, why. Who do you think is the greatest living figure in the A. M. E. Church, Why? Any books, pamphlets Louisiaria. etc. will be returned Promptly. Thank you so much. R. C. D. TIEUEL, Jr. Senior, LeMoyne College. named church located in under a heavy debt. After several years of hard struggle to help ourselves with a small member- BETHEL A. M. £. CHURCH ing come directly out of PITTSBURGH, PENNA. in operation with flourishi: tions ; namely, Brown Ch: Allen Chapel, St. all of the A. M. E Since the organization of besides Rey. William have been jn charge of this igregation. Three have been the bishopric of the church— apel, St. James, Paul and Trinity— - connection, (Continued from page 1) upon to contribute.” $5,000 a year, nearly every large city to help him in his work, James Murra. ' inued from page 1) Yi Tookes. Ty, April 10—Dela ford, Del, Rey ey Pastor, Bisho 17—New Jer. Trenton, New Jer Rev. A.C, Clark, David Henry Sim: ladelphia, Penna. 1—Thirty-First ¢, ence—Ebenezer om the number of per- written me and spoke gally, and from the number les published in your pa- the church is awake to and I feel sure the dele- it leave the General Con- ut making radical im- on our present system, our superannuates, widows, get much more than they ‘ated to the bishopric ALRS Green*, W. R. of the first Negro to United States senator, at that time, a resident of of Mississippi, W. H. Hun- , John G. Mitchell, e Theological Semi- find some way by which the pastor’s salary may be increased, I think one of the first ways is to make public senti- ment that will show forth the proper Position of the pastors to the communi- ty. In the public mind the preacher is usually looked upon as a poyerty- stricken Person, or a man on the charity of the community. People do not feel they are under any particular obliga- tion to support him and they never have been taught to give to him regularly. They have been taught to pay their doctors $1.00 to $5.00 a visit, and sel- dom do they complain about it. They are taught to give their lawyers $25.00 to $100 a case, and in some cases $1,000, and they seldom complain. But it is a very rear man who gives to the preach- era dollar a month. Many pay more for the movies, and even the dances. The psychology of the people with|bottom. The slot in the to reference to the preacher has got to | easily removed. My belief, backed up by | collector. my experiences, is that it is thoughtless- ness rather than hostility which keeps people from seeing their duty to pay their preachers. The preacher himself = mae i ten in an awkward position, in that ee Belore se come ee advocate for his own salary. He can grow, eloquent in appealing for missions, hospitals, education, etc., but not for himself, because if he should © call upon him at all hours | appeal as eloquently as he does for other things people would misunder- stand him and criticize him, for the preacher must not be money-minded. Still he has a wife, often an educated woman. He has children, often more than the doctor, lawyer, business man or school teacher, whom he loves and whom should be educated and inspired to do their part in the world. He has more expenses in proportion to his in- come than any other man in the com- munity. He asks for collections and he must lead off in them, must give every charity, must not turn the beggar from his door, and must open his house and table to the stranger. structure with a gable high as the curb on was added as athe state Proved too small, and when a larger auditorium was built the old - auditorium was used for lecture room. It was not until 1906 th: the present edifice was built under ¢ administration of Rev. J. M. Townse Mich. Senior Bis! Per, Bishop J. A The Rev. R. S. J George W. Baber, 29—Philadelphia C. Penna., Zion AY ev. J. L, Mims, Pal avid Henry Sin | York Conferencs_ Flushing, N. Y, ins, Pastor, Bisho ter, Lewis Woodson }]later Dean of Payn, ajnary at Wilberforce, Ohio, at}/bury, D. S. Bentley, he} P. A. Scott, I. S. Lee, nd,|way, R. H. Bumry, T. J. Askew James B. Gantt, and T. M. ent pastor, who is ‘serving his second year in this charge. Two members of the original purchas- ing committee of the Present location were living in 1897—Barney Mahoney * of Pittsburgh and Richard Gleaves, then living in Washington, D. C. In the early struggles of the church, one mem- ber known to the con, Father Collins walked from Philadelphia to re: of the church, so dee ested in its welfare, d In February, 1832, the colored people | ,, of Pittsburgh and vicinity met in the African Methodist Episcopal Church to organize the African Education So- ciety, to adopt a constitution and to make arrangements for opening schools of their own. The officers elected were: John B. Vashon, President; | Lewis Woodson, secretary; and A. D. Lewis, treasurer. A board of trustees was also appointed to manage the affairs of the society. Pursuant to the action of this one colored school was put in 1 operation but flourished for e with | only a short time, and then seems to ned, owing to the iting you today, however, on ject quite as vital, about should be a great deal of That subject is THE UR PASTORS. is one of the most useful R. H. Hurley, » J. W. Gazza- Te Anderson, R. Hatcher, H. June Greene, the pres- | times to serve in all capaci- must serve wherever there is He must go to the sick visit the prison; he must arry, and bury the dead. le come to him to get help lege; after they finish col- jobs. Mothers come to him sons or daughters get in hether it is to bury the pov- or impoverished r tO raise money for a hos- 001 or home or a mvement like mer C. P. or the Y. M.-C. pastor is called upon. Must serve on committees to get fess people; to get equal rights in 19—New England Conferens Providence, R. I. Allen ! The Rev. Ale Shack, Pastor. ort the progress | trati be changed. Ply was he inter- on is efficient, consery Dr. Greene was born in M on of Methodist parents: was an A. M. E. minister at Tuskegee Institute, and & M. College of his native stat: tered the Government service mail carrier, later entered the t profession and taught schoo! ; sissippi, Louisiana, Arkansas homa; over twenty-five y Itinerancy of the A. M. BETHEL, PITTSBURGH Rey. William Paul Quinn the pioneer Preacher, missionary and church orga- nizer in this vicinity, was the organizer of Bethel A. M. E. Church of Pitts- burgh. Bethel Church has assisted in the developement of all other Negro this, he must do his regular holding prayer class meetings, revivals, ral- His work is never done. ht and all hours of the day. y the local community depends but the general church, for he ise Easter money, ney, Educational money, Allen ney, and money for travel ex- donations, and a dozen other He is truly the servant of 3 He beareth all our burdens. Mr. Editor, I want to say a im, the pastor, and particu- We feel that if we | successfu will} can get 3000 persons to subscrib, $1.00 each that we will be able t date our debt. -; Bethel, Vicksburg, M Paul Lexington, Ky. Member Board, six years president of Davis Junior College, Oklahoma, taught in years president of Shorter College, l’ have been abando Your contribution will | lack of funds. be acknowledged in the church papers. Send all donations to Rev. E. D. Wil- son, pastor, 102 North 10th The first Negro school teacher in Pittsburgh, Lewis Woodson, this church in 1833. Later Templeton taught here and was assisted . Wesley D. Gazzaway, J. W. Gazzaway who pa the church in 1897. At that time, the 75th anniversary of the church. ee ets a standardized pay, and _ school teacher not as well d as the preacher gets twice his The politicians, doctors and ‘are well paid in comparison, not say that they give any ervice to the community, if as We are pleased to acknowledge the receipts of the following amounts and | of Rev. persons who paid: Bishop S. L. Greene $5.00, Dr. L. L. Berry $2.00, Rev. E. D. Wilson $2.00, 2Dr. G. T. Stinson $2.00. The follow- ing persons paid one dollar each: Dr. R. O. Pierce, Brother V. A. Ingram, Dr. C. G. Scrivens, Mrs. Bertha Alex- Ella Alexander, Mrs. Ophelia Burton, Mrs. M. E. Johnson, Monroe,| Rev. J. Sumerville, Mrs. Lena Lyles, Louisiana has struggled for a long time | Dr. A. Pullins, Ivory L. Jenkins, Mr. R. B. Boughton, Bro. Geo. Yow, Bro. A. H. Bouei, Eva Williams, Bro. J. A. Newkirk, Mrs. Carrie Jones, Rev. Geo. ship, finding it a hard struggle, rather | Jones, Bro. Sam Haynes, Bro. W. L. than loose our church we thought to| Haynes, appeal to the various departments, and | Hill friends of the A. M. E. Church to] Sim help us, by sending your contribution to Mrs. us by mail, and have your name listed | H. Callin, Samuet Watts, Mrs. Willie on the Book of redemption, of Three- Watts, Dr. L. H. Hemmingway. father | ent, pastor of historic Bethel of stored | burgh, Pa. * A. R. Greene was Editor 0 Christian Herald from 1848 to ! the administration of Rev. Gassaway the membership was. greatly increased, Rev. T. M. Greene, the present pas- tor, was transferred from the Kentucky Conference to the Pittsburgh Confer- ence, October, 1938, and appointed to the Pastorate of this charge. His first ma- jor effort in the form of a rally reached the sum of $2,020.25, and his annual conference uld turn our attention to ways ms by which our pastors would photograph—Ed. ¢ known people who have come church for special collections “and that who have confessed never put in collection as is $1.00 at any one time to help a Often those who com- host, do least, and this applies 0-called race leaders who want her to help in politics, social tters, etc., but seldom con- help the pastor. I have in One of the most distinguished America who, when asked to .00 to the church, told me was giving his life for the up- the race and did not feel called | RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Christian Recorder 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please find enclosed $1.50 for newal of my Christian Record! Bro. Theo. Hill, Bro. J. L. A. , Mrs. Virginia Hill, Mrs. Ofevia Bro. C. S. Gundy, Josie P. Allen, Wm. Watts, M. is. $50 cents, Rev. Greene Street or box .... marked increase over the reports of recent years. Nearly one hundred per- THE CHR He was earning and asking preachers in Often on the Stewards’ Board and among the leading members of the church, there are members who do not care to contribute to the preacher’s salary. I have known men who would give $5.00 to an outside cause who would not contribute $.50 a month to his pastor. We must get our heads together to I am writing this particularly to the laymen who love the church; who love their pastors. Far more important than electing Bishops, General Officers, is the job of getting good preachers. The pastorate must be made attractive for most pastors, not only from the point of view of spiritual helpfulness, but of i curity. : Pia ctor student of mine, said to me the other day, oe eee into Y. M. C. A. work.” I said, > not go into the Church? reas was, “I would if I could see a nee for my family, but I can’t.” Ano educati yho oung man with a fine education, wh y ities for larg- ed down opportuni r By ss if he should resign " sk me er pay, asked he needed from the ministry because fe the money to educate his mae me In both of these cases I urgs a n to stick to the ministry, young me e 16) (Continued on pag! ISTIAN RECORDER A. M. E. MUSIC | HYMNALS Brand new A.M.E. Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head Bands and Beautifully stampe'l in Gold are offered at Single Copy Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage 16-18 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. Each bank is the and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and p is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the convenient size, 134 x 234 inches, PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER Ne. 16 D. 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The girls of the Domestic Science Department had their display in one of the rooms of the Normal Recitation building, built by Bishop THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE FIFTEEN —T Pas Se es aT aes bright; other days cloudy but we were spared by the guiding hand of God to make the shore and be transferred to this new ship of 1940. Although the ship is only 7 days old, some of us al- ready have had some cloudy days. We must continue to serve God and hold fast to things that are helpful for us. We hope that the ship of 1940 will be able to dock and let us be trans- es ““My purchase of a 7 PASTOR'S ' INDIVIDUAL a R. R. Wright, Jr. Th a teases POC INE olf. God COMMUNION SET : : Fy » X. Wright, Jr. The room was made] should find Y ‘ 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. : cS es anc lovely by vari-colored spring PrenAr : eC eiccdie heii followed after was the best investment of 4 2 BISHOP D. H. SIMS First Episcopal District Ninth Episcopal District REV. G. E. CURRY, General Manager SMebouie, Mo. Rey. L. S. McNeil Fresno, Calif ....... Rev. W, R. Rutledge Riverside, Calif, BISHOP W. A. FOUN ~ Sixth Episcopal Di ee (Plorida) Ifth Episcopal District Here were exhibited assortments of sewing, knitting, and adult dresses, ‘made entirely by hand. One of these was of crepe and one of satin. The lighted with this work done by African girls. So pleased were the examiners with what they saw and the improye- ments made that they declared that for this practical examination they did not think there would be any failures. All are now busy preparing for the written examinations which will be held from December Ist to the 8th. The future of this product of African Methodism is bright, and with the increased support which will probably result from the new missionary interest aroused by the efforts and travels of Bishops Wright and Howard, Dr. L. L. Berry, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Hughes, we may confidently look forward to SHOP EDWARD J. HOWARD Thirteenth Episcopal District (Tennessee) 14th District West Africa and Oklahoma “Thirteenth District ‘Rev: E. S. Rose, greater things. —A. J. White SPARKS OF MT. MORIAH» A. M. E. CHURCH Annapolis, Md. Rev. A. L. Criglar, Pastor the sermon. Some partook of the communion because they would be un-| able to attend the Night Candle Light and Memorial Service at night. number of 30 persons or more communion for the first time, Master Sharp and Master Edward Brown are the two Allen Guild boys. The congregation was very much impressed by the young people. By next month we would like to have the whole number of the Junior Church plus many more who are coming in to commune. It did your heart good to see how the children took on to the Communion service. took Novain Great things are We are asking the Prayers of all the Christian people to make this Young People’s Church suc- cessful, At 4 P.M. the Sunday School gave the members the Christmas treat. All present had an enjoyable time. 6:30 P.M. until 7:30 P. M. isthe A. C. E. League or the Young People’s hour. Topic being, “God The Creator.” Re- turning to night with the spirit of God still burning in our hearts in store for them. service $3.75 I have ever made! “I was surprised that such a practical and durable set could be so inexpensive! The case is made of lasting material, Acather eae a q three i includi i 2 ¥ mae é ered and lined with purple velvet. It is Rey VTS Bare. 2.0) tree inspectors, including the chief The Young People’s Church who has completely “equipped swith. three | glasses, : hae = inspector of the Transvaal, were de-|been formed about 3 months with the Raton, New Mexico flagon and metal container for wafers or bread, with small aluminum bread plate. The size is so convenient to carry—6% x 3%x1% inches—I usually slip it in my coat pocket. It makes possible a simple, im- pressive service at the bedside of those who would remember Him even under adverse conditions.” For Sale A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN ashyille, -Tennessee....,,.- $5.00 ne : -{we witnessed. the Memorial and Candle E , , I. W. Williams, First Sunday in the new year was a|Light Service under the direction of| 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. — Clifton, Tennessee ..-....... 1. very nice day but cold. The service} Mr. began at 11 o'clock with the Organ prelude followed by the usual way of Richard Enbry, who also is a member of the choir. —George Mitchell a ae opening. Rev. Herbert Booth at his y i 1 assisti the pastor, BISHOP M. H. DAVIS FROM THE FATHERLAND ee cs i sae ing Pp Bees inannncns Sen nice i istri Transvaal, South Africa Pastor’s text was Acts 27:31, “Paul Seventh Episcopal . District Dur school year at Wilberforce In- | Except these 2 RUENG Shave cate . The A. M. E. Book Gara eee and Publication Department Mite is rapidly drawing to a close, |not be saved,” Subject “On Board the of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, 716-18 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, fact it ends December 8th. This Ship 1940.” = F sound a little strange for America,| Three importance facts to get on r Pennsylvania, v is the great school closing month, | board and to stay on are: : 2 = : : ere below the equator our summer I. Courage Biconmbeton, did: /2.- bea s in December. We pds espece These pennants are made of good Rey. J. W. Collins ie year’s work has been strenuous] III. Faith. Cedar Rapids, Iowa .. 2.00 Are. inte ready for the vacation days,] Courage is what we need to stay 2 felerand lace cvery jaliractive. Rev. (C. P. Jones * E feel greatly encouraged over the |board, because of the many deeds the Oakville, Ont. ........ 1,00 . Last week three government |people do to you. Some Jeep Attendance (Banner Class) BISHOP R. C Mrs. Mable Hicksman, : BISHOP S. L. GREENE Dp ctors came and held the oral kote tat sg a sa ae is bad, we Offering (Banner Class) P R. C. RANSOM Alton Ue ewe ae. TZ, Eighth Episcopal District ical examinations. These examina- | what is Third Episcopal District and Kenucky Rey. J. O. Edwards, Zulu and Xhosa. After this|person that the community aie No. 1-A—Banner Class; 17x27 inches; Piss Department Duquesna, Pa, ...... $2.00 ish, Afrikaans and Vernacular,|respect but you yourself can sti blue; open Bible; white letters $2.25 Rey. A. S 7 a ree hetaciiar included Sechwana, | respectable. s itl No, 2-A—Banner Attendance Class; 17x Junior Department ye i" agri Cie Fourth Episcopal District di, SesOtho, Zulu and Xhosa, After} III. Faith: O for a faith hab 27 inches; blue, white letters... $1.00 Patrcicdinte (Depaceneut é oe eg ee and Arkansas di, 3es oO, ination, all three in-|not shrink, ladies and gentlemen et No. 3-A—Banner Offering Class; 17x27 nterm ea - Olmstead, aa: ours was tHe best are in the Christian welfare, that 8 Snchcg ck Suniel tple (asl NGN Deas eine Department i. Come ac tried 200 Rev. W. P. Henson, 1 Bete eeanieyacl what we as a group must eri anc blue; white letters -. $1.00 Young People’ Department ev. C. C. Richa rj . BF ihe a8 Raleigh, W. rs erie ae 125\R Porte, Ind.......-...... $1.00 students then gave a drill, and|thru prayer we can.get see aad teft| Oak Banner Poles, jointed, six feet =) R pe - Fob se ; ay aa eRe, made a great impression—the boys} Pastor mentioned that we i es with spear ..... tee Contest Workers ev. R. L. Parker, Biltora é Weer Seas OsO0 oa oe, E ith yellow|the old ship of 1939 just seven days) bites, oak finish, six fee! os VCS ke 480 Brownsville, Pa......, severe 3.00] Rev. W. F. Rice, ting green blazers with y d we were transferred to the ‘thr spenh. 2. Pesce eeneanaat Ge Size, ~rherttad Mrs. Emma Sims Lansing, Michigan , 5.00} BISHOP NOAH W. WILLIAMS. 80 oof 194, We who were able| with spear . hased From Slickville, Pa. Di Mes: Wey Steere ee aEe entations Of a shield and assegar new ship of 100. Te Me ald be Can Be Purchas Rev G25 iui «eee FO et Cahaaaee eee 1.00 Fifth Episcopal Disteict eee i aitle wore light }to see the on 7G. B, Ee SE ee errr ae 2 F CO! i . Clearfield, Pa. . Rey. J. C. Kemp oe Summit’ Point, W. Va. 2.00 BISHOP JOHN A. GREGG Rev. J. H. Davis, Springfield, Il. i. ...eeeecces 1.15] Rev, E.. W., Newton, began witha demonstration of ical teaching by the seniors of rmal department. The teaching given in English, Afrikaans, Se- ith yokes in back and ~ puffed sleeves and would never be able to enter the ship. II. Self respect: This is something that you must obtain yourself, no one can jake this from you, you can be a thankful because we know some i“ a hardships that we witnessed and t Made of fine quality felt. Finished in the best style. Price includes polis! ed hardwood cross sticks, cords, and, genuine brass ends. Ready for use. Home Department os Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Se ti ga ee ee Some days have been _| Rev. Brewer, Oak Park, Iil..... 1.50 sees,, $13.25 | Rev. J. W. Wright, — Ann Harbor, Michigan. ..... EO reid ceed aun tes $16.25 |Rev. M. A. Lowe ' tes hip of 1939. Garden City, Kansas........ $2.00 aiewnite—these were | ship Rev. A, L. Washington . ? San Bernardino, Calif. $5.00 }Rey. C. J. Skinner® | ee en ee 5.00 B, YOUNG ict BISHOP G. ) Tenth Episcopal Distr ===== DSC09025.JPG ===== PASS ho tence THE CHRISTIAN & Womans issue oF THE | Winter ws might ako GuUSTIAN mcomDER? “| rapture ae Ne: ‘wiv tissue “Ts au This Ve — to look forward to a} Pe < ie Atlanta, i = ss and a secure, I shall f ope . ot intertee ss : FICIAL ORGA\ e wey ie my pone a lee arr 25-5 : aor N salaries of our ministers. 1 hope| — d CAN -METHODIST-EPISCOPAL CHURCH. : Oi oy OF REDEEMED OURBROTHED- Sy cs veh the Genta Coe t this question may be considered. UME Xcl_—NO.@ PHILADELPHIA, Pa THUR: ve CENTS m feeiee ray Nimes ences eee ae OTS Be a et eae pete eae SHOP TOOKES HOLDS LAST FLORIDA CONFERENCES = Before the General Conference aero fe € ¥.taom toe |New Girls Dormitory at Edward Waters) scarce tags and meant to that ead Suge a SURSCRIBE TO THE 3:16 organization, goblin] | haere CHRISTIAN RECORDER se weeomed hy me frome t2p ot eee ay ean the mone fer A 5 ae Prisha, Po JBETTER PAY FOR BETTER PAS. 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  ===== DSC09057.JPG ===== PAGE SIXTEEN FORMAL BANQUET AT ALLEN CHURCH (Continued from page 9) her church: Revs. P. A. Nichols, pas- tor of Wayman A. M. E. Church, M L. Breeding, pastor of C. M. E. Church, L. McNeil, pastor of Zion Baptist local pastor of Allen Chapel. Beautiful solos were ren dered by Mrs. Susie Hogans and Mrs. M. L. Breeding, who were both accom- panied by Mrs. M. Earley. Mrs. Ida Forte and Mrs. G. Goodnight, who were accompanied by Mrs. Roberta Words of welcome came from Mr. Robt. Fields, president of Viola Lewis, Executive Sec’y, Y. W. C. A, Mr. J. Green, Executive Sec’y, Y. M. Mr. Lansdowne, principal of Garfield School, Mr. H. P. Lorritts, president of N. A. A. C. P., Mr. K. Tate in behalf of the young people, Church, L. Sumlin, Hargrave. the A. C. E. League, Mrs. ChvA. Mr. L. Lewis in behalf of the busi- ness men, Mr. W. Gibson in behalf of the S. S., Mr. P. Phillips in behalf of the Stewards, Mr. Wm. Stewart in behalf of Trustees, Mrs. R. Thomas, Mrs. M. Upthegrove, Mrs. B. Harvey in behalé of the three Stewardess Boards. Mrs. E. Prear, Mistress of Ceremony, presented Rey. and Mrs. Ridley through a roar of applauses. Rev. Ridley withtof Monument Baptist Church. his matchless, magnificent oratory gave an arousing response which will long be remembered. Mrs. Ridley “in her sweet, charming, dignified manner responded with the eloquence of a queen. She concluded with the thought, Long, long be my heart with such memories filled! Like a vase in which’roses have once been distilled ; You may break, you may shatter the vase if you will, But the scent of the roses will hang round it still. MRS. SADYE NELSON CHATTANOOGA, TENN. Dr. G. M. Fleming, P. E. of the South Chattanooga District held his first Quarterly Conference in Howard Chapel Av M. E, Church Sunday, December 17, 1939 at 4:30 o’clock, The devotion was conducted by the pastor, singing for opening Jesus Keep Me Near The Cross. Prayer by Bro. M. M. Towers, Scripture, Acts 5. The pastor presented the P. E., who organized the conference: Bro. N. E. Turner, Secretary; Bro. M. M. Towers, Chair- man of the Finance Committee; Re- porters—Miss Lenora Acklin for the S. C. Recorder, and the Pastor for the Christian Recorder. We are happy to say this task of ¥ kingdom building is still a pleasure, and we feel that we are gaining ground for the Master. We have in our church two clubs newly set up >to work for the good of the church; namely, first the Lucy M. Hughes Club—This club works for the trustees; The Eastside Workers Club—This club works for the stewards. These clubs though young, are beginning to do their work. We have raised this quarter $61.89. We also raisel $1.30 for General Claims. Brother N. E. Turner was elected to represent the church at our Dis- trict Conference in June, 1940. We feel with the return of our Pastor and Pre- siding Elder, that the future holds great things for us. At 7:30 p. m. the regular devotional was conducted by the Pastor. Opening Hymn No. 133 A. M. E, Hymnal, Pray- er by Sister Atklin; Scripture Lesson Luke 2:1-10; Song. Then the Pastor presented the P. E., who preached to us from St, Luke 2:14. He’ stressed the idea of looking for Christ, and extending good will and glad- tidings to all men. Dr. Fleming preached a wonderful and strong sermon. It was- enjoyed by all. We had present with us two visitors: Mrs. Carrie Chapman and her husband, Mr. Walter Chapman We have really enjoyed this quarter- | ly visit with our Presiding Elder, and we are looking forward for the second quarter. TUCKER CIRCUIT Palestine, Texas The first Quarterly Conference of Tucker Circuit was held at Green Bay A M. E. Church, January 13-14, Rev. L. J. Sanders, Presiding Elder; Rev. T. H. Moore, pastor The business ses- sion was held Saturday morning, all auxiliaries reporting. Sunday morning 9:30 a lively Sunday School. Sunday afternoon the High School here ren- THE CHRISTIAN RECORDE ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praise Him “Gospel Beacons” Just oft the “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. ~ Write: EDWARD C. DEAS 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, II. DRi.NH, JELTZ—(One of the EVANGELIST—ATTENTION! CALLING ALL EVANGELISTS!!! Please meet me at the BISHOPS’ COUNCIL in Atlanta, Ga., February 14—9:00 A. M. Let's get our heads together and decide upon what WE want to ask the General Conference to do for—EVANGELISM at Detroit next May. Evangelists of the Church) 716 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. R= HELP WANTED Male and Female Send one dollar for membership, c Member-Agents wanted every- “where. Salary $25.00 weekly in advance. : ~ World’s Relief Society Box 309 Muskogee, Okla. dered a lively program. The Presiding Elder preached good sermons morning and night. Visitors were with us morn- ing and night. Our Bishop Geo, B. Young really has the man for the place, Rey. T. H. Moore whg is really putting things over. We are happy to have him and his good wife with us; they have been with us about six weeks and “to Atlanta in that time we have raised something over Two hundred dollars. We are FROM One Way now renovating our parsonage. Sister 4 P. A. Ellis was winner of year’s sub- BTR... $1517 § ag scription to Christian Recorder. Paid |] P! hiladelphia ....._. 12,92 Presiding Elder in full and $15.87 for Baltimore 10 Pastor; see Rev. T. H. Moore for in-|}. i - formation. Washingto® ....... _R. EVANS of Warren Chapel A. M. E. Church |] “tn ee | tee ow coach fares from alg Evangelist Mrs. M. C. Burns is now making up her Schedule. for 1940, those desire a Woman Evangelist may write this Gospel Preacher. She has a National ' Reputation as a winner of souls, also a great FINANCIER. Ad- dress 1124 E. Pulaski St., Fort . \ Worth, Texas. 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Turner ontinued on page 2) is too learned, nor no one is nt to believe that the church, months in France and in nine other|t European countries and Algeria, I was particularly impressed with one sen-|t tence: “There is so much more to know than I am accustomed to know, there is so much more to love than I am accustomed to love.” My thoughts went back to a specific, | i great experience of the year—attending |tions of unity are for the Negro and the World Conference of Christian |the Church which has been split and resplit. Youth in Amsterdam, July 24-August 2. It was the eve of European World War Number Two. Many nations were making a last desparate effort to mobi_ lize all their resources for the terrible struggle which has now begun. The Christian Church kind of “mobilization call” to its youth. It called them to bear witness *to the reality of the universal Christian com- munity which places allegiance to God above all national loyalties. During the last few years some peo- ple have been gaining a new conscious- ness of the Church as an ecumenical society. The layman has felt some of MITES MISSIONARY PRESIDENT | of the Methodist Church last spring in City, where were again united in one church 9,000,000 Methodists at what has been called the most important church eyent in the last century. an. increasingly widespread ecumenical spirit, and a structure for a world-wide church is in the making. There is no saying what havoc war may play upon issued a different | it. i fellowship has been born in spite of national, frontiers. hat influence through the unification | he great peace conference at Kansas Some are mpelled to consider what the implica- The year that just ended saw abroad AL MOE Church Women THE FIRST LADY A CHRISTIAN IN DEED But a wider and deeper sense of racial, and denominational Older younger people at the conferences of Oxford and Edinburgh in 1937 and Madras in 1938 have been thinking in terms of a world Christian communion. (Continued in next jssue) people and some W. H. AND F. M. PRESIDENT M HUGHES CHRISTINE S. SMITH WOMEN AND OUR MISSIONARY PROGRAM There is often confusion in the minds he real of many of our women as to tl purpose of our Missionary Society and its function in the lo to say often bewil We might enumerate some e not expected to do: v t up to do club work. dered along this same line. of the things we ar 1. We are not s¢ cal church. Strange some of our pastors are also This is being done efficiently by the women of the various denominations and we should not encroach upon their program, 2. We were not set apart to do the charitable work of the local church. The law of the church has been so planned that this need is provided for by the organization of the Deaconess Board and these women are consecrated apart for this very specialized and set ELEANOR The White House. ya My dear Mr. Si lam happy to wishes and to ¢ (Cc t 1 16) BETHUNE MARY McLEOD CHRISTIANITY AND RACE RE- LATIONS AT THE CROSSROADS By Mary McLeod Bethune In the last few weeks I have travelled through many of our States., Every- where I have been conscious of a sense of urgency, of impending crisis, which I think most of us feel in these caotic service. (Continued on page 13) PHE GENERAL CONFERENC EN ET NT ET (Continued on page 13) i a are E. MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICHIGAN ===== DSC09058.JPG ===== ee THE CHRIS WIVES OF PAGE TWO MRS. JOHN A. GREGG Treas. W. M. M. Society Kansas City, Kansas MRS. D. H. SIMS Mus. B, Howard University; Mus. M., Chicago Musical College; Student London University; Supervisor Mis- sionaries 9th District; Supervisor Missionaries Ist District. a WOMAN’S INFLUENCE (Continued from page 1) the home, and the school are the most potent factors in shaping an individual’s life. In all three of these character forming institutions woman js the sus- taining and guiding hand, although man has the role of the director or guide. It is the deacon board or trustee board that apparently guides or directs the program of the church, but I know, and you know, and the deacons and trustees know that the women of the church are the ones who are responsible for the success of the programs that are outlined. Imagine if you can a church being conducted for even the shortest possible time without the help of the women members. Even on Men’s Day the women are very much in evidence. In my experience of church attendance, I cannot recall a single Men’s Day when the organist at least was not a woman and the women far outnumber. ed the men in attendance. { MRS. J. S. FLIPPER ~ Pres. W. H. and F. M., South Car., Atlanta, Georgia, Wife of the Senior Bishop. In the schoolroom, most people learn- were given their first rules for playing the game of life, not from a man but from a woman teacher who helped them to endure their first defeat and realize that both success and failure are a part of one’s experience. It is true that the principal doubtless, the superintendent, and the board of trustees or board of education were men for the most part, but the success of the public school as a distinct American contribution to so- ciety rests with its women teachers who far outnumber the men in the teaching profession. In the home woman is the sustaining de . pee TIAN RECO R ed their a b c’s from a woman, and they j OUR BISHOPS MRS. NOAH WELLINGTON WILLIAMS ~ St. Louis, Missouri ~ Pres. Missionaries, Fifth District MRS. M. H. DAVIS 2nd Episcopal District, Baltimore, Md. force and guiding light in spite of the fact that we regard the man as the head of the home. Most children recognize the father’s presence, wel- come his return at evening time from the day’s task, but it is the mother on whom they consider the molder of their lives. The child says many more times mother said, rather than father said. Abraham Lincoln, the great emanci- pator spoke well when he said, “All that I am, and all that I hope to be I owe to my-angel mother.” The church, the home, and the school, have been almost exclusively woman’s whole world, but in the words of Tennyson: 3 He 3 Treas. W. H. and F. yw. Soc Atlanta, Georgia MRS. H. Y. TOOKES Supervisor W. H. and F. M. copal District, Jacksonville, 1lt “The old order changeth, yieldin to men And God fulfills himself in many ways Lest one good custom should corupt the world.” Woman’s influence and energy are being directed to sources and she is writing her on the pages of other fields of «™ deavor. And since Negro women a women too, the Negro woman is broae ening her horizon. ; The first lady of dark America 1004) is Mrs. Mary McLeod Bethune, * mother and a college president but also a ranking lady in public life, not ass tant director of the N. Y. A. but rector of the N. Y. A. among tt woman's other me ‘Negro youth in America. Dr. W. E. Du Bois in speaking of the Bethune Cookman College at ee ton, Florida said, “It is an insti? ° one does not easily forget. But 4 institution has been built and gene by the indomitable energy of one » i" woman (Mary McLeod Bethune) ; her enthusiastic spirit inspires it “ makes it live.” Another outstanding woman '6 E. Branch, president of Tillotson (Continued on page 11) Mary Col 25, 1940 CHURCH SCHOOL estly seek to commend yourself to God as a work- because of his straightforward dealing with the c truth, has no reason to feel any shame, breaking toil was the order. Or, if you do not think of your body as a ma- chine, you must think of it as giving significance in connection with the ma- Shine. What of that army of men and Women who stand beside the moving belt in our great factories? The carrier brings the unfinished machine to them, Each holds a tool and, in the brief dause, adds his small contribution to the general construction. In vast Slaughter-houses the body of the animal moyes along in much the same fashion. The man becomes merely auxiliary to mechanical forces. This is the machine age and the big question now is whether the man can ‘uaster the machine or whether the frankenstein will crush the human be- ing. Even in the great offices work moves mechanically, filing, typing, re- cording, buying supplies, selling pro- ducts, arranging transportation. A bank clicks like a vast machine. Now, the biggest problem in all this compli- sated and extensive mechanization is to keep the spirit alive. Men droop in die presence of coal, iron, smoke, noise, swift movement. They ask ,‘Why?” They are unable to find motivation, The sense and value of living fade. It is quite obvious that a man needs another conception of his body. Therefore, if St. Paul's idea can be accepted, the man begins to think of himself as a Oo? DING LIFE SACRED Genesis 1:27-31; I Cor. ; II Cor. 6:16-18; 7:1. :27 And God created man in age, in the image of God he him; male and female cre- ‘them. 28 And God blessed and God said unto them, Be nd multiply, and replenish the ‘subdue it; and have dominion e fish of the sea, and over the { the heavens, and over every ig that moveth upon the earth. d said, Behold, I have given herb yielding seed, which is ie face of all the earth, and fee, in which is the fruit of a Iding seed; to you it shall be for and to every beast of the earth, every bird of the heavens, and r thing that creepeth upon the h, wherein there is life, I have given ‘green herb for food: and it was 1 And God saw everything that d made, and behold, it was very . And there was evening and there S morning, the sixth day. ‘I Corinthians 6:19 Or know ye not that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you, which ye have * rom God? and ye are not your own; for ye wete bought with a price:|temple. In this church lives the Holy orify God therefore in your body. Spirit. What an amazing transforma- HI Corinthians 6:16 And what agree_| tion! What a stimulating ideal! A temple, of all places, must be kept sacred and clean. To defile a temple is the lowest possible act of irreyerence and blasphemy. If I put resolutely from me the Epicurean notion that my body was given me to enjoy, and if I also discard definitely the modern idea that my body is only a machine, and if I accept the theory that my body is a temple of God’s Holy Spirit, then cer_ tain things follow. I must keep this temple holy, I dare not defile it. It belongs not to me, but to God, to whom it is dedicated and by whom it is sancti- fied. As the light burns on the altar in the cathedral so God’s spirit burns in my heart. Intelligent and religious people know how not to defile the bodily temple. Since the world began there has never been such care in diets. We eat not for njoyment alone, but for the health of the body. Lust, the desire for al- coholic beverages, appetites—all are held in control by intelligent people, But it is the religious person who pos- sesses the strongest motivation. If you really believe that your body is Christ’s holy temple, that his spirit reigns in your heart, you not only will not defile the body, you will keep it sacred for God’s use. That is far from being a negative idea. To keep the temple clean is not enough. It js for God’s cause must be advanced. o worship. If beautiful, ut hath a temple of God with idols? ye are a temple of the living God; h as God said, I will dwell in them, walk in them; and I will be their id they shall be my people. 17 ‘ore ye out from among them, and eparate, said the Lord, ‘touch no unclean thing; d I will receive you, will be to you a Father, shall be to me sons and *s, saith the Lord Almighty. ing therefore these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from ent of flesh and spirit, per- glorify God therefore in I Corinthians 6:20. _ By John R. Ewers a reyolutionary idea—your ple. If accepted it would ew philosophy and a new be ern. You may have been, thinking of your body as a you saw ers, chained to the job, re- ir bodies as brick-laying, ig machines. Even if s they might find tired leisure ily and fun, the fact stood eight hours of the day were driven like engines, use. People must be led t 3 temple, your heart becomes a tiful dedicated, clean, and if the Holy Spirit is resident, God’s worship and work will be promoted by your life. That is the one important fact. THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER POINTERS By Roy L. Smith No man can debauch himself without debauching something of God. Men would not treat a fine car as they treat their own bodies. Any man has sinned when he has made his mind and his spirit a slave to his body. . A drunk in the gutter is the saloon’s most honest advertisement. Soft lights, classical music, neon signs and thick carpets are all powerless to take danger out of alcohol, No man ever became a drunken bum who never took his first drink. No man has ever built a temple so wonderful as the temple God gave him as a gift to start with. PRAYER THOUGHT By William Chalmers Covert We thank Thee, O God, that men here and now do love and adore Thy name and willingly dedicate their lives to Thy service. We acknowledge with joy and gratitude that Thou dost ac- cept and honor Thine own approval those who willingly and completely de- vote their lives to Thee. Wilt Thou enable us to present our bodies to Thee a living sacrifice which is our reasonable seryice and to do so with increasing ardor and abandon, not counting the cost since so much has been done for us by him. May we overmaster all tastes and habits that spoil our taste for high and holy things and limit our capacities for serving Thee. May there be in us daily such active influences of Thine own restraining grace that even the weaker among us may know the joy and liberty of victorious discipline. May doubt- ful and dangerous customs in homes and social groups give way to the prac- tice of the laws of love and Christlike consideration for others. In Jesus’ name. Amen. PAGE THREE STATE PRESIDENT Pet DAILY BIBLE READINGS M. Genesis 1 :27-31 Daniel 1: 1:17 Daniel Prove Isaiah IC MRS. W. SAMPSON BROOKS Bishop Brooks, New England Conference Branch President, | Widow of the late retired teacher city schools, New Bedford, Mass Member Bethel African M. E. Church, past President Federated Clubs Sak Negro Women ===== DSC09059.JPG ===== aRDER |*% war—millions have been slain|THE MISSIONARY. ary m to find fay .: q : With wh | idee -deny him equa) trean® j and equal rights ;, matt barter and trade. ‘Ana ea of views are held by |, ie the is Y lar, of whites all oye; - "Umber, with many millions more wounded : ki ho. and maimed. For three months] Ph Beet hice = sade tase Europe has been the scene of] The present development o our baie hostilities, with Germany, France |Church life makes greater de- ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS and England as the principals in]mands on the leaders of all) CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE hat we no longer | Eunice Dale-Pottinger of Ard- ith the crumbs that|more, Penna., and Lois M. Lee, COMPLIMENTS OF tables of other peo-| Pittsburgh, Penna. Lewis Tanner Moore, BIRTHDAY GREETINGS the tragedy of arms. And lately,}branches of our organizati F Philadelphia, Penna. 3 z. _ organization. |there j COunt ————— HERCULES NEWS SERVICE F E : ah Bis M Sno r , s : H. H. L ; , Russia has invaded and attacked Particularly is this true in the] one—for a see seni ur women play inj PROF. SIMMONS IS A A. M. Ee eo oe Entered at the Post Office at Philadel-|@ country that has a population missionary work. The pioneers Bc Bice i TN attitude, Tn the onomic and social life] North Carolinian, “A. B.” from Penna. General Conference phia, Penna. as Second Class of about one fiftieth of her own.| built well and have bequeathed | Tom” at € days of « Inch ig concrete results to-|Bennett College, and “A. M.” Debente Matter Thinking men view these happen- | thi A A Fz Passed, and las heretofore. Women| from Wisconsin. She has traveleq|| Raymond Pace Alexander, Bell-KiNguloy 0497 : s hese happ: ais generation a wonderful and | few, if any, rational Brac dering responsibilities|and studied abroad. The pictur Pe penne —~______.ings with grave misgiving for|rich heritage. In order to take| desire social intermis c°" fe teres The istered yee cathe Heswond Ire 3 Published Weekly the future of civilization. They | it to higher heights today, a new sense that prejudi § ing 1 the ‘A ison © € Iront page was made last Wife of the Rev. H. A. Ivey By George A. Singleton, Editor and | wonder if the world has gone|approach is necessary. The pro- ' Juiced whites in have widened the avenue |} year at Copenhagen. Fellow under Pastor St. John A. M. E. Manager mead ; vee ahthe y- Bee see ESED ECL: it. In the second he ess, they are the buying] the auspices of the Franco-Ameri- Church, Wayne, Penna. Ay the: Ai Maki Becks Conse Shika ble See js & a es ork depends on the civil rights and legal inal of the entire world. can Student Exchange, Institute}] The Rev: Wm. A. Dorsey, Pas- 716 S. Nineteenth Street hat % ie ; ie is ee see and training of the | should be the lot of every Anil ‘Negro Press is the only|of International Education, New i ee < ie eet Philadskkis Perna: at what is now taking place } leadership. sic ie ase Y Amer. ee hi fm codbury, N. J. : 3 y eave : through which we can ex-| York. Graduate of Bennett Col- Mrs, Ella Pawley, daughter of aaa ae Ge eee isa eae = a ae fee cae Since the study of missions has} For as long a time as ite find accurate and unbiased | lege, University of Wisconsin. She the late Rey. W. G. Fields, A. Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President |©P?@2 War—‘that 38 to say, that | grown to include along with wor- | been the practice of thi j ion of discrimination,|teaches French at Wilberforce. M. E. Church, Philadelphia, aE 3 : S country ta discriminate against the Negro c-) a citizen, for so long a time h; the nation failed to reach its f stature as a nation. It } Penna. The Rev. H. P. Jones, Pastor, MISS ZELLA R. TURNER IS Geel ALBEE, Checehs Gon. a product of the University of eral Conference Delegate, Phil- Kansas, the same as Etta Moten adelphia, Penna. Contributing Editors: Carlyle F.|the forces of brutism and greed|ship, social action, evangelization, Stewart, Josephine T. Washing-|got their start upon a rampage | medical and rural mssons and re- ton, T. Jefferson Clement, Ho-Jof unholy war and destruction |ligious education, the present day ward D. Gregg, Milton S, J-J]with the beginning of that con-|leader must C ; Weight, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles} a:4 wre ik ie mast be obit taj pope with s of our constitutional hich affect all of us. md its progress you find © Woman. She is unself- a as ul é aS never : De Luxe Barber Shop, 1513 South i. Wedke. touteas oe o not know whether this enlarged program. _ |been a matter of whether the le is the mother and back- and Eda Fouchee of Tulsa, Okla- Cee phindaiohis, ian, Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V.]0F not they are correct in their] He must be interested in country could get along withoy ¢ of her race. She alone will} homa. She holds a Phi Beta Kap-|} ya"). Owens Richardven assumptions, but we do know that | Christian social attitudes and ac-|the Negro. The Negro ney of unselfishly for the progress | pa key. Teaches in the city college Murphy. A. M. E. Church ss Bs : s - a . resident ) SUBSCRIPTION RATES the nations who stood by and/tion. Everyone has a responsi-|himself “off on the country but Sin et PC ee eek ber of ee ; yy % ‘onferen ; I Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00: Single watched the rape of Ethiopia are | bility to promote a sense of and|was forcibly brought into i Ik hen the President of our we oF ce Society Cony Se now either in the throes of war {practice in Christian brotherhood, jhis contributions had not bee, nation wanted Reecoae who | SADIE T. MOSSELL-ALEXAN- dos Gullme) President sc n of “ ” \ Address all correspondence to: The|themselves, or are fearful of be-|in which all are responsible for the | value, it is certain thet | id serve the race without fear|der, “Ph. D.” (University o Gonzella Hughes, Secretary Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th ing drawn into conflict dail avor, one who would fight | Penna.) She is a brilliant and suc- The Rev. Joseph Gomez & Family Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. y. It|physical welfare arfd economic] would have 7 eect of the bitter end for racial recog- | cessful member of her husband’s St. James African M. E. is quite different with them now|security of the other. accord. The whole question sions to view the charming English o THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 1940 | than it was when they stood on| He must realize that the way|a matter of “ifs,’ but one of re sr aera aoe ape nee ee at ee Mpa Ghee A.M. ear ae the sidelines watching the de-|to ensure the development of actuality. The Negro is act woman—Mrs. Mary McLeo Member o ; rie rican M. E. Pee hers dake |) “ vastation of crudely: armed Ethi-|abiding religious conviction. in| here and he is actually an ae me, O. M. DIGGS Phare, E hiladelpbia. ae eoriont Spear, thrill at having the en Perhaps, however, had ag-lour youth and to give them ajcan citizen, Prejudice eni . ant LOIS M. LEE, BETHEL, The Rev. E. L. Kinzer, Pastor Bees WEEKLY POEM gression against Ethiopia been] world wide vision of missions is crimination make him no Peecbereh Penna: pete Rie Campbell A. M. E. Church, Fellowship w stopped and’ she had thus been'|to promote religious education. | citizen, although they may ig Christian Recorder in the “smoky Ancelae? sypiecray AM | can be saved from conquest and destruc-| Rural areas where the unmet]}to curtail his rights and enjoy POINTED POINTS es eee Dees anate of Schen- |! ee ho donot ~ MY PRAYER tion, the situation which mow |needs are desperate will challenge | ments as such. Z Jey High School, the Iron City|] Douglas Memorial Hospital, | | " : grips the old world would never | him to action. He must be a “Wit-| For years, it has been Business College, and is studying Philadelphia, Penna. E ob- If I could gather to. my breast, have arisen, _ ness.” World peace will never be]up and down in this cot ‘ in the Pittsburgh School of Em- Bs WS sigecind role ee ing in ; oh ssa ne bd fare! wee Of course, that is a mere Possi- achieved without world evangeli- the best thing for the v _ “Full many a gem of purest painting. Miss Dee is Gonial Chair. phan! araddic; Pou: to know izzy, unst : a ein I’d feed each empty soul. bility. But it is not to be denied|2ation. “Ye are my witnesses”|tion is that the two «: ha man, Youth Council of the Urban|| the Rev. George W. Baber, Pas- Sli! abes ;that what has followed the Italo- | means the missionaries also. called, should live hap 0- he dark, nee peice caves League, and Vice President Jun- tor Ebenezer A.M.E. ene tare I'd give each weary heart a light |Ethiopian war has been“carried| The ministry of health and heal-| gether. And there is no ar of ocean bear. ion Achievement of the Y. W. ENE oe Sectoral To guide its feet to rest— out in much the same order. |ing is an integral part of the mis-| tion of social intermingli: at Geax | dann And let each spirit take its toll | Greedy nations have felt that they sions to which Christ has called|doctrine. The waste oi « ANY ARE THE FINE mo: ee OF pace a might take what they wanted | and is calling His church. A special | finance and time that has been % of the church who ee a THE CUT OF SARAH ALLEN | outers AN RECORDER Beyond this plane we know not what] Without hindrance, and have| obligation rests upon the mission-|casioned as a result of the aati n Sag Sens, never |Was made from a special sketch Gone aa 1940 The cost of life may be through the medium of armed|ary to make full proof of this ser-|Negro activities of prejulict A ee i h papers: and|DY, Mis. S. W. Smith of Murfrees-|] 716s, 19th Street But here on earth we meet and feel |force, sought. to satiate their | vice. os whites cannot be computed. Tie in t ec Sc ae at boro Tenn. The accompanying ar- Philadelphia, Pa. Yee Tie ee greed at the expense of the small-| Above all, he must have a sense | sensible thing for them to ‘ i chad Reece ee ee Py bp Ape era SoA Re eTCED an Re- Then help as God our lots to cast— as Ne de pee ae Ct esl. reels ete ee rremseive’ 5 the . feeble effort to pre- has rate artishic anny: Noriee for one year. Am enclos- As thro this vale we go sult is the ‘picture as the world | gift of interpreting and communi-|erroneous ways and me rl sr our women. WE REGRET THAT WE|] i= $1.50 Into sofne vast elysium » Jis presented today—a place where cating his faith, the capacity toap-|Negro to grow up to he 4 Dy Dea tmccieh pictuiew ot dese coe we F From out this world of woe. fear and insecurity, where insta-|preciate and cooperate with and|stature of American aa EDITORIALS ARE irae Bishops’ wives. We did|| City ree A happy, sweet and restful place— bality as jnspices ny cave, the (ple ability to identify himself with | There og a. vil buted by Mrs. D. H. Sims os have fier cuts. Apart from u ene i ‘he cldee whee peaney feats things most apparent to the most | the best interests of other people. will mean so smuch to a Philadelphia, and Olive M.lthe tikenesses which appear in A ROOK REVIEW pote Nor dark nor samp nor anything | Of us. And we are, with the other —MRS. D.H.SIMS |quility, stability and po? f£ the Chicago Sunday Bee,|inis issue there are other thou- SSS CAD GAL iat But peace can come again. anxious millions | wondering]_ © —__-o0e———_ * Jof this republic. piG6s Illinois. Mayme Osby | cands of loyal, faithful women in] MY RSE ah aire Wier ievatdd like in a’ foreigni um - ebro ee aN THEIR ERROR ats Editor of the Louisiana Africa, South America, Cuba, the Te Clieaiopnen elute Company, | versity? Is Lo os fi a baeeng lt tee Mier Sm ge gather assurance that out of this Se te ‘ a ly was prevented by illness | west Indies, Canada, Haiti, Ja- $150 : hey eae page ‘ ci What is sie ae present tirmoil will emerge a] The campaign for better race re- _ OUR WOMEN contributing an editorial.| mica and elsewhere who love "Whoever has pape nage ate pee, as eso) ee Genael And hope renews tomorrow. , world better for its present suf-|lations is very often misinter- a 4 importatt ‘Juanita Jackson-Mit-|the church of Allen and are serv- gn bac | Saya eet be beim gat worden toes in} stan —Mrs. V. Currin Bond} ferings. We can only wait, and |preted by, the narrow-minded and| . Women have i freedom Minneapolis, Minn. Spe-|ing God according to the dictates ae WONDERFUL YEAR with ac- | there are dag NS) e caneeel ‘ , scarcely dare to hope. Finally,| prejudiced whites. Some of them|roles in the struggle Be speett icles are contributed by|o¢ their consciences. ae satafeesiou? wie BORE wha kin : for aa ee PTE _|knowledge, out of the force of/ence upon being treated fairly |and other civil . Ives at! mith, Zella R. Turner, of |THERE IS es D. Nas How- ete zh naered she stops at this)|them’ or “What a variety of interest The picture presented by world] truth, that man’s whole scheme and equally before the law is an} portant that we tell ay ey Chapel, Houston, Texas, |from Sarah Allen to Da ae ee aed Spt by that literary shrine, or Jing sights to sec! pe f conditions today is anything but|of government has always been,|effort on his part to seek social|the entire world that imgort! irginia Simmons, Wilber-|ard who sing the Bete a0 of God. ae she goes on numerous little excur- RC SRC AON PaES ae pleasant to look upon. For a long | and still is/wrong. ___fintermingling. Others there are|and always has been - at hiversity, Ohio, and Mrs.| deemed around the thron time Japan and China have been -—O M. DIGGS | who think that the Negro has no| factor and : ve er hs . frsers We rs in the March © Ne ae : cs ra ===== DSC09060.JPG ===== PAGE SIx THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Pe SRiUsvpa TAS halle ghana eee ee OKLAHOMA, FLORIDA, VIRGINIA ANI BLANCHE C. FOUCHEE Graduate from the University of Kan- Head English Department, High Librarian in Sand Springs School, Member Vernon Chap- el African M. E. Church, Tulsa; Or- sas. School, Tulsa, Okla. ganist for Senior Choir, Young People’s Department, Teacher in A.C.E. League, Co-Chairman In- terracial Youth Movement. MRS. HOWARD D. GREGG Director, WOMEN IN THE AFFAIRS OF OUR CHURCH By Margaret Simms ‘ MARGARET SIMMS Born ina Patsonage, the child of a minister of our church (my father) and a pioneer missionary evangelist of our church (my mother), I have for the past twenty five years been connected actively in the work of this great organization. It has ‘been my happy privilege to know many leading Christian women and to observe their work. ; As I grow older, I can readily see and appreciate the sterling qualities of their personalities and many of the sacrifices which they have made for their race. These Pioneer Missionary Women ahd Ministers’ Wives were and are not the dramatic publicity seeking kind who parade fine feathers and shimmering robes for the sake of publicity and personal attention, but they have been and still are the sacrificing type, very often their own personal needs, for the sake of teaching and carrying to the people messages which they find helpful jn adjusting themselves to the civilization in which they are living and pointing them to’ lives of Christianity and service. These women have been interested in “Interior Decoration.” Not only of physical plants but of human beings. “Finally Brethren, Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, If there be any virtue and if there be any praise, think on these things”’—Thus admonished the Prophet and Poet, St. Paul when he taught the Philistines centuries ago, to spend at least equal care and attention and artistry on the decoration of their M.B.C.” Bethel A. M. E. Church|own interiors as to the decoration of physical plants; temples, public halls, Richmond, Virginia ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praiss Him “Gospel Beacons” Just oft the Press. “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies $3.50. i 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. Write: EDWARD C. DEAS 5718 Wabash Ave. Chieago, Il. castles, etc. The greatest thinkers of the world are practically agreed that living is a fine art, indeed that the making of life is the finest of all fine arts. It has to do with the most delicate and the most suttle of all materials—(1) Thoughts (2) emotions (3) inward experiences (4) aspirations—yearnings and longings. To play one’s part well and produce a life of the most refined and winsome quality, is a task to challenge the utmost ability of any one of us. The women leaders of our church have dared to tackle these problems and many others in the shaping of lives and fitting them for Christian service— teaching the youth of our race that everything in this beautiful world is ours that we can take in and make ourselves a part of. “The meek shall inherit the Earth.” No man can own this earth except by meek and modest practice of the art of appreciation. These are the teaching of the great Redeemer as given to us through his apostle. I Our great women have taught all of these beautiful lessons and many more by example and precept. Thus, we point to them and their accomplish- Les | Mets with pride in what they are, what they-tepresent and the places they fill CHARLES H. CHEW, Jr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR 2121-23-28 Christian St, Phila. LT TY tian Women, in our society. ; African Methodism has such women as our own Mesdames Emma Ransom, Christine Smith, Julia Fountain, Annie Heath, J. S. Flipper, John Hurst, John A. Gregg, M. H. Davis, R. A. Grant, M. A. Carr and the powerful spiritual leader, Mrs: Lucy Hughes. There are hundreds of others whom we cannot mention at this time but whose work speaks for itself, Lead on Great Chris- ate B. L. WILLIAMS Vernon Chapel A. M.E Tulsa, Oklahoma Accountant. Nine years 2 S Secretary of the churct Williams Beauty School (Th Se System) Very valuable re: holdings. MRS. U. S. ROBINSON Carey Temple A. M. E. Church Chicago, Illinois ell CONVENIENCE and COMFORT The modern funeral home designed to provide a place wher’ the bereaved family can perio™ all the duties of this trying pe with privacy and dignity, without the inevitable con!" of a residence visited by °“ Our establishment is 21°" and equipped to combine com fort and convenience for who mourn. WALTER C. BECKETT 216 W. Coulter Street Phone: GER. 9585 riod and oa those AY, JANUARY 2, 1940 OUR MOTHER a SARAH ALLEN Wife of our Founder A TRIBUTE TO SARAH ALLEN We would not be so ungrateful as to make this gesture without first thank- ing Dr. George A. Singleton for so graciously soliciting our help by giving women’s issue of this great A.M.E. Church Organ, The Christian Recor- det, which under his Editorship has been improved one hundred per cent. Also we thank him for allowing us space and privilege to say whatever we may deem wise, and beneficial to the paper and to the reading public, as well as to ourselves. This being Women’s Week, we are paying homage to the name of one of “our most distinguished and worthy jioneer women, Mrs. Sarah Allen, be- loved wife of our first Bishop Rt. Rev. chard Allen, founder of this great in- tution known throughout the Chris- in World as “The African Methodist iscopal Church.” “Mrs. Allen’s picture found on this Was made many years ago, the act date we do not know, and re- luced with pencil by the writer of article, which is presented to you a token of inspiration. | Although having long since passed the dim and lingering shadows of mystic unknown, we feel that her eet spirit hoovers over us like vapors burning incense from her altar of ect peace above and beckoning Ne- Us recognition as a contributor to the | ——— Women every where to follow the dom and produce high standards of Christian living, which is the basic foundation of true happiness and cul- ture. Our heritage today from this autiful life is the benediction of her , uniting ts into a strong band of erhood with interests in common d the high privilege to serve God ough our fellowman. This being fe of her, then our hearts should fill overflowing with love and a burning sire for the souls of men, and for the ghest and best which can be found in Him who said of the woman who jointed Him at the feast in Bethany: Matt. 28:13 “Verily I say unto you, resoever this gospel shall be preach- in the whole world, there shall also} Souls are grouping i THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER BRILLIANT ATTORNEY MRS. SADIE T. M. ALEXANDER, “Ph.D.” (Pern) Attorney-at-Law 19th and Chestnut Sts., Philadelphia, M. E. LEE MRS. GERTRUDE B. Steward, Bethel A. M. E. Church Philadelphia, Penna. Delegate to General Conference Treasurer Phila. Conf. Branch ga Sa ES Se ee this that this woman hath done, be told for a memorial of her.” The song “Pass It On,” because it so beautifully typifies her spirit and sentiment, we dedicate to her and as Christian women, let us adopt it as our own theme song. Have you had a kindness shown ? Pass it on; eam made possible by religious free- ’Twas not given for thee alone, Pass it on; Let it travel down the years, Let it wipe another's tears, Till in Heav’n the deed appears— Pass jt on. Did you hear the loving word— Pass it on; : Like the singling of a bird? Pass it on; Let its music live and grow, Let it cheer another’s woe, You have reaped what others sow, Pass it on. Have you found the heav’nly light? Pass it on; ‘ n the night, Penna. Member of Union African Church. MR S. ALMA POLK Trinity A. M. E. Church, Pittsburgh, Penna., General Conference Delegate Great Missionary Worker Daylight gone; Hold thy lighted lamp on high, Be a star in someone’s sky, He may live who else would die, Pass it on Be not selfish in thy greed, Pass it on; Look upon thy brother’s need, Pass it on} Live for self, you live in vain; Live for Christ you live again; Live for Him, with Him you reign Pass it on Truly her memory shall ever live in our hearts to buoy us onward. Today we love and honor her name, if for no other reason than that she was privileg- ed to stand, to labor, and to walk by the side of him who cherished an ideal, and had courage enough to dare, faith sufficient to trust God’s word and went forth to live by that ideal by building unto God an Holy Tabernacle, where PACE SEVEN MUSICIAN MRS. J. LEO POTTINGER Wife of the P. of Bethel, Ardmore, Penna. Orga , teacher of Music “THE PLACE OF MUSIC IN THE CHURCH” Out of the storm and stress of these turbulent days, m arises in this hour est boons of mafi- 10) as otie of the gre: (Continued on pag we His children might worship Him under our own vii ad fig tree. Chri Let us women follow as all in our power to e of the lowly Nazarene her lead by o7 further the ca by going about doing good, and mak- ing the world better for having-lived in it Dear Comrad, you cz 1e torch of blessed vy For your sisters y But behold! Ar whe! To insp: yet unborn You passed this torch to us bled cry must this—when tarnished, its Forevermore ! SAINT SARAH, this priceless heritage We'll cheerish As precious ointment for the Master's G Selfish praise of our virtues, we'll not utter * But throughout the world, let its frag- rance t he story Mrs. S. W. Smith Murfreesboro, Tennessee Fine materials, beautiful work and pleasingly low prices characterize our Choir and Pulpit Gowns State your needs, Catalog and samples on request. ===== DSC09061.JPG ===== Bie THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE EIGHT THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE NINE Pee TE Sie Sas Grae ee ae CHURCH AND BUSINESS WOMAN TREASURER YOUNG PEOPLE’S DEPARTMENT IRS. PAULINE PURYEAR MRS. W. D. MILLER James A. M. E. Church Avery Chapel A. M. E. Church Newark, N. J. O} : dt General Conference Delegate pei > ALGERITA W. JACKSON : Teacher - LOIS M, LEE use Gen Tae eae Siete | , , der, Bethel, Pittsburgh, P. | the Sunday School. Auditorium feof Schienl ae teacher, Booker T. Washington Ele- or b facie le mentary School. Member of the sys--+ mbalming. tem since 1927. “B. A.” from Fisk 4 “YOUTH LOOKS AT LIFE’ 1921. Has studied at the University of By Lois M. Lee aes Chicago, Colorado, and Northwestern. ; Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Only one life to live. \V Sorority. Miss Jackson’s father was to do our best with it. H | the late Allie W. Jackson of Waco, : accomplish the most with tt | br a long time trustee of Paul MRS. ALINE, AND DELORES DEL RIO HARDING = —... | A Websonc Adios ace tee Members of Avery Chapel, Oklahoma City, Okla. cee om Page MRS. MINNIE M. COOPER Sy | dette Wi Yadkion Paenedce ee ae ie a Choir Member, while Delores is a Junior Steward, and Missionary = Ae 3 : | Talsa Teachers’ Rerum om November ? Playing 1s an Bog aie ho aii apiece during the recent THINK IT OVER a Mrs. a M. ee is a Ste Senden and ayes e the se = € ahoma Conference. citizens in religious and civic circles. aving been reared in Quinn hape | reste N. E. Oklahoma Annual SE A.M.E. Church, she is still active in the church, filling many important offices ie me mx Mast ee i 3 - ; : She is a stewardess in which position she has served a number of years MRS. I SI I KI rT ster of Ceremonies, the Right |of the 31st session of the 12th Episco-jschool population of about 3,000 in ice otithe Sunday Scliod and tis Mite Missionany oie eee aa Pond Reverend E. J. Howard, General Offi- | pal District of the great African Meth-|action. You will find the following NE ee aly Ce = Scale cers, Ministers, Members, and Friends | odist Episcopal Church, I bring to you greetings and words of welcome from The Tulsa Teachers Forum. Never in my life has my heart been more deeply grateful as it no is for the privilege of performing a task. Perhaps some of you would like a word of explanation concerning The Tulsa Teachers Forum. It js volun- tary organization open to both class- room teachers and administrators of the separate schools of Tulsa, that has for its purpose the cultivation of the professional, cultural, and general in- terests of the teachers. Among this group you will find nineteen persons holding Masters Degrees and sixty-five holding Bachelors Degrees. There are sixty-two women and thirty-three men. ~So, if you are intrigued by the spell which this magic city jnvariably casts over all who enter her portals, and find yourself wending your way back to take up your permanent residence here, you need have no fear concerning the edu- cational opportunities for your. chil- dren, for they will be in the hands of this group of 95 well-prepared, pro- gressive teachers with experience in their profession ranging from one to twenty-eight years. It is hoped that during your deliberations you will find time to visit the schools and see the r principals graciously receiving you at the various schools: Profs. E. W. Woods at B. T. W. High School—a long-time trustce of this church; C. L. Cole at George Washington Carver Junior High School, our show school so far as architectural design and equipment -are concerned. He is a trustee of the First Baptist Church and Budget Director also; J. T. Braxton at B. T. W. Elementary School— Deacon of the First Baptist Church; J. W. Hughes at Dunbar Elementary School—Treasurer of the First Baptist Church. Incidentally Prof. Hughes has not missed paying his dollar money since Vernon A. M. E. Church first came into existence. Among the things CONNECTIONAL CHARACTER that educators of cooperation, respect for leadership, and the spirit of perseverance and loyalty. Because this great church is a manifestation of these qualities, The Tulsa Teachers Forum is very happy to welcome you here, realizing that in your coming you can bring to this our city a certain something hardly attainable from any other group. The mantle of self-respect which en- veloped the soul of the illustrious (Continued on page 9) MRS. JOSEPH GOMEZ Missionary Worker St, James A. M. E. Church Cleveland, Ohio 2 a BERTIE L. DeLYLES Tulsa, Oklahoma should giye to the youth are self re-> EAR ee x ‘W LEAF—THE NEW ¥ spect, a spirit of independence, a spirit THE NE Aa tH He came to my desk with quivering " The lesson was done. “Meal “Have you a new leaf for ™° ~ Teacher? ’ I have spoiled this one! + plated T took his leaf, all soiled 27° 4 all uns And gave him a new on od t I smilecy Then into his tired heart . “Do better now, my child! (Continued on pase raduate from Temple University. gacher, Philadelphia, Penna. Officer, ft, Pisgah A. M. E. Church. General ference Delegate. a A BOOK REVIEW g (Continued from page 5) tella Turner’s book is not, of me the experience of seeing three Hish kings, of feeling at home on lots cherished by a Robert Burns, a Walter Scott, or a Shakespeare! YY WONDERFUL YEAR is a time- resent-day contrast. Miss Turner dmirably presented a “London to ove’—and more. : Virginia Simmons iss Turner is a graduate of the Uni- sity of Kansas from which institu- he holds the A.B. and A.M. de- S as well as the Phi Beta Kappa She is chairman of the Depart- nt of English at Houston College. le University of London she spe- ized in Shakespearean drama. Upon return to the college she has given se, a complete guide of the places | simmer she was guest lecturer at Lin- Visited, but it is a lively and re- | oofn University (Jefferson city, Mis- g-account of her impressions, of } ,ouri) on Shapespeare and Negro liter- le and customs of other countries. |ature. She is an outstanding platform urer of the Young People’s Department of West Kentucky Conference. Mrs. Cooper is a public spirited citizen and is active in many organizations whose purposes are to advance the interest of all the people and render help to the less fortunate. She has for nineteen years been a member of the Public Aside from these multiplied interests she operates one of the largest Funeral A business that is successful in every respect Mrs the Iota Phi Lambda Sorority. Library staff Homes in the city. Cooper is also a member of long grea rganization, two series of public lectures on Shake_ | new civilization into which he was in- s m none but speare and Negro literature. This} jected Recognizing the need, they set h His Negro to work and established schools which } leaders es ion. Be- were the educational oases for our peo- | cause yo s y shown that ple. A few of these are Wilberforce | Ne 1 do y their lead- University in Xenia, Ohio, Edward | ers T um wel- fecturer, editor of a book of quotations | Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida, cme you Lee entitled GEMS OF LITERATURE and | Paul Quinn College at Waco, Texas, ; Persev e ¢ i a “i 2 f a play, COMIN’ THRU. Morris Brown University in Atlanta, important ¢ lives of youth and age a Cea Dears Georgia. I could name many more |i they would achieve success? How- LOVES HER CHURCH both here and abroad, but these will ever noble t purpos¢ none) pit ete (Continued from page 8) suffice. And the many communicants een Seen elead of this church, together with those of church membership, imbued with the Christ spirit of service and sacrifice have given of themselves along with their pocketbooks toward the establish ment and maintenance of these schools which offer, as they do, Christian founder of the A.M.E. Church, Rich- ard Allen, and the halo of independence that wreathed the head of that vener- able father have been bequeathed to those followers of his down through the years from generation to gener- .. Early the pioneers of African them keep on following the gleam of truth despite handicaps, they will not arrive. Out of hard trials and great tribulations you have come, undaunted by things that would chill those whose hearts were not warmed by the “Fire whose minds were not a of Love Divine,” ation. i For this reason, The Tulsa ' nN i ance of | Education. or this Feast", eo Pay Sa . Ti Methodist eae ee ashe ene Teachers Forum feels honored to wel-|inspired and illuminated by the Light formal education—not only the imp roup as this to the city. of Wisdom. Well might you say as -lc ch a @ f pdoean ;oome such did Dunbar in his “By Rugged Ways:” (Continued on page 16) nt the necessity © ; Negro would satisfactorily ter the problems of this tance of bt tion if the meet and mas The church of which this annual con- ference is’a branch is a direct and con- ===== DSC09062.JPG ===== EO at Se SE TEN ‘ ‘ormation concern- | into hollow wooa and metal ts ing our first musical instruments and|in the clouds of antiquity ; early music. In Genesis we find the | know that it has existed s first mention of musical instruments is ginning of all peoples. “THE PLACE OF MUSIC IN THE|our most reliable in CHURCH” (Continued from page 7) ining of thes handle the harp and organ. The harp | ancient instruments priceless safety valve greater than ever | was the most prominent stringed in-|to the old hand or; before, We are rushing ahead at a strument mentioned in the richest col- 1 speed ten times that of our grand-| lection of sacred poetry the world has fathers. Unless we take time for the| ever known—the Psalms. spiritual regeneration and recuperation | ed upon by David, the Sh such as that which comes from the!and the captive Hebrews playing of a musical instrument, inter- harps upon the pretation of the great works of the waters of Babylon. master’s, and the hymns of the ages, | the harp is the instrument most closely | gift of the Gods to m the race, is in danger. associated in the Christian mind with | never intended, as the fooli; Music calms the soul, rests the mind the Bible, for Art has depicted the merely to afford us idle pl; more than any occupation or any sport;}Angels in Heaven as playing upon |the contrary, music has for its ideal it snatches one away from beneath the them. Another musical instrument |and Purpose beauty. wheels of the grind of modern every- commonly and frequently mentioned in} love of the beautifal, day life. Civilization today needs| the Bible is the trumpet. It is the music as it needs bread. I cannot con- instrument frequently referred to as|c ceive of men and women existing in| used by Divine command. the emotional whirl pool of modern life, | under the command of Joshua, the walls ; en their hold upon the public. without the rest that comes through | of Jericho fell. Gideon with his com-|is always the determining ingre self expression and Particularly through | bination of trumpets and lamps put the | the longevity of musical composition. : Midianites to flight and Saul and others | It must first of all have melody. When Someone has said: “Music is the] of Israel’s warriors used it against their melody is combined with striking and handmaid of religion.” Indeed, since| enemies. Not only in warfare but in appropriate harmonies and both are so the ole beginning of Biblical times, | times of rejoicing and thanksgiving, of | arranged for instruments that they be- music has been closely associated with prayer and festival, its use is constantly | come a distinct entity, the composition the worship of God. Knowing the spoken of. The Shophar, the simple |holds its own indefinitely. We have as effect of music upon the emotions, it] ram’s horn, is the oldest wind instru- | some concrete examples: Handel’s well- is but natural that we should find in~! ment in present use in the world. Since|known and loved “Messiah”. (which terwoven like a golden thread through | the time of Moses it has been used, was written in 21 days); Christmas all the Bible, its associations with re- continuously and is today sounded in| Oratorio of Johann Sehactiays Bach; ligion. As music and rhythm are in-|the Jewish Synagogue at New Year’s|Oratorio: “Elijah” by Mendelssohn. separable and as both are ingredients | and the Feast of the Atonement. Time} and the Great Hymns of the Chorch of war, it follows that in the life of the | will not permit me to mention other}and numerous known and sung an- nations of that period music was as musical instruments used in Biblical]thems. These can stand the test of much a part of war as of worship. To| times. Just when man learned to pro-|real music and are able to survive the the scriptures, then, we must look for! duce sounds by blowing upon reeds and| popular song of today. The music of the immortals never grows old—never loses its appeal to mankind. In our churches we have been al- most swamped for the past two or three years with a type of music which is certainly anti-intellectual. It has no real worship value. It appeals to the emotions and to that part of our mod- ern life which is cheap and showy. Our church music along with preaching and It was play-]in our churches epherd Boy; | nating one. hung their Plato, wlio was Probably the mos: I think perhaps | this to say of music: ish suppose, lasure. BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND “SAVE MONEY! | WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS love good music. These are the same young people to whom: we minister in the churches on Sundays and during the week. Are we going to offer them second rate music in the church on Sun_ day after they have had and enjoyed the | best all during the week? It will simply be a matter of time and they will go where they can hear something better. — ! ’ This task of selecting and arranging the music in our churches is too great a one for the minister alone. He needs PHILADELPHIA pany 821-23 Arch Street *HUADELFHIA Send for New Catalogs. We carry a complete line of Crosses, Communion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin — Boards, Hymn Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, SING GOSPEL SONGS Tl Tell It Wherever 1 Go—10c Precious Lord, Take My -How About You? Send Orders to THOMAS A. RSEY ete. Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands. 2 wrapped | competent but we do] Music” is ince the be- a calling, The story of | sense as t! -reeds, and flutes in- valuable s gan, and its develop- church. ment through the years into the now magnificent pipe organ which we have t | This wi willow trees by the | musical Philosopher of all time, had eam Music itself is a en. But it was a endjor she honestly he and the sincere] shares its ideals w With the passing of the years many ompositions of music vanish from By its use| popular interest; while others strength_ Melody gets its proper balance an dient in] when he puts first thing CHOIR HATS the service itself including the prayers VESTMENTS should be one great medium by which CHURCH human life can be lifted up to a higher | past. HANGINGS level. EMBROIDERIES Not enough emphasis is being placed YARD upon music in our churches. This is GOODS an age of good music, whether it be TRIMMINGS classical, sacred or jazz. Our people STOLES can sit at home and at the turn of the | should be. ACADEMIC dial some of the best music can be CAPS heard. Our children are being taught | happened to be present GOWNS AND in the public schools to appreciate and | F ie SAY, JANY ARY help, more than a @ Vocation i, ; n hat of the mio choir-mast ‘ FE € . ervice to fh as q Certain qu ever, should be requir er. First of all he oO member of the A. M € | scientious alificati Ohs €d of such 5 °F § ve his ‘ e him or }, sympathetic understa many things in our ch member would not Nding ¢ urch appreciate. . 4, »|she should be a man or ne ig On | chooses to Serve the church } a hy dey lieves jy ith real en, The choir-master or dir = Servant and minister of t the minister of sacred music or her ministry, like that of th 1 unj realizes that the center of th life is worship; everything ols church’s activity must spring = Its pastoral and Missionar ligious education, social service ing and teaching, all fing here. How important then, i the choir, ministering at the ; way of the holy of holies self-discipline should be fo church choir! All of this only if the leader in the music or woman of high ideals religious convictions. It is commonly said that th house” of the church js loft. Unfortunately this great extent. But it shoul If the choirmaster and o comprehend what the se about and work as a tear pastor, perfect results can | and much friction can be avoide Since the center of the church's lift is worship—then surely we n¢ more thought to it than we have Often leaders in proach the service with no de gram worked out. It becomes miss proposition. The ri a A. M. E. Church is very fir is it used as the “fathers” intenc Every other past own version of it. Not so | RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Christian Recorder 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. : Please find enclosed $1.50 for newal of my Christian Record*t subscription. 1940 Street or box (Cis 2 a Birt... a E stablished _ Telephone 1890 EVErgreen 2678 JAMES H. -IRVIN FUNERAL DIRECTOR Sacred Care of the ae me, 743 N. 47th St. _-PhiladelP ty to have) i PAGE ELEVEN en jas a possible rival some day of the artistry portrayed by Marion Ander- son, In the field of literature, the names of the women writer are becoming legion. Georgia Douglass Johnson “Plumes” is a characteristic study of Negro life and for sheer beauty, her lyric, “I Want to Die While You Love S unsurpassed. al and peculiar abridg- Decalogue. Personally, I end or omitted entirely. rs ago I was talking to a in Baltimore, Md. concern- oh life there among our people. -me the Catholic Church js ty sweeping our young and older © its fold. When I asked how he accounted for this con- replied: “I have talked with tho have gone out from our here and they all say the order Juliette Demcote’s task was an un- finished one, but she had written her name in the social field, first as Nation- al Student Secretary of the Y.W.C.A. and I< er as Dean of women at Fisk 1es University. decorum of the Catholic Church Charlotte Hawkins Brown, founder ils to them; that they like the and principal of the Palmer Memorial tic type of service.” I would Institute at Sedalia, North Carolina, has all such persons to know it is proved the truth of Emerson’s saying, cessary for them to go to the “If a man preaches a better sermon, olic Church or Episcopal Church to makes a better speech, or builds a bet- 1c same things, for we have much ter mouse trap than his neighbor, ‘in our set up, but unfortunately our churches use it. It will be though he s in the woods the world path to his door.” at day when one can go from one arsely a field in which E. Church to another in the woman has not per ated. What will is ae day and find the same effect be on society of the broaden- 3 ia z f ng of woman’s horizon? If she can ntical order of service in operation ir voman’s | she ich and every church. reach out to new experiences and yet keep her influence in the three great hen I was in Chicago last October, 2 tended the Sunday morning service the Metropolitan Community Church. jome of you may recall the day when r sé people were a part of Greater Sethel. Our own Dr. H. P. Jones, ‘pastor of Bethel, Philadelphia, Pa. was ‘the preacher of the hour. It was a “most inspiring service from beginning to the end. Here they have gone in for this “ministry of music” in a big way. They have a director of music with two assistants who are active in ‘the service; and exceptionally fine or- ranist; and a choir of one hundred ert orc ter coe small sims ociate minister at Bethel A. M. ‘phony orchestra present who rendered Sagas ; a * : Ward, pastor. a ‘peas sie ae "Ha one She is the daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. Floyd Grant Snelson, a sical work of this entire e A : Tashi j-| Missionary for a number of years in Africa, South America, Bermuda a a. ses soaigenays dels West Indies, as well as held pastorates in California, Kansas, Mo., ¥ paeists re Coa Aviat suas Massachusetts, Ohio, Tennessee and Illinois. Paitos me Pe bls Mae ‘et e Bs nas She is a graduate of Wilberforce University. Is the Supt. Bethel Sunday with such a musical background? : ere here thas ie peas Bee ic private secretary to Bishop John A. Gregg at the present one i ot the sissies! Peer Acted as stenographer to the 12th Quadrennial session of the age eee ete cod tee Woman’s Mite Missionary Society of our Church, held in Chicago from: ‘ ch alata «111th to 18th, 1939, Mrs. Christine Smith, Pres. and Mrs. eke ae a ee he cece Os She is active in all types of civic and social service work of bieaet - ee 08 IE sire Sse well as served many of the business and professional men and women as aoe Deas aS et private secretary and stenographer. : freahmnaa ia ‘Woodrow ae IS ta She is the mother of two children, Banins Ci, Sra res cana Aneel ee ene Bas Wilson Junior College, Chicago, and Gloria a sophomore in Englew is and they too, are expectin: oie ees hecish aoe is a member of the Execu ; Leadership Training School of the character forming institu the the school and the ho ther ende , then should be no ors in these fields er th For wl honor could be great- een the great factor fe worthwhile Houston, in sh New Micsionary Mite Box No. 1 Size 54 x 64% Price 20c each LaURSA SNELSON HEDRICK Chicago, Illinois (Mrs.) LaUrsa Snelson-Hedrick, is the wife of Rey. B. C. Hedrick, an E. Church, Chicago, Rev. A. Wayman Mite Box No. 2 May be used by any department of tive Board of the Religious Education and |} the A.M.E. Church, Chicago. Size hurch or organization. x 6% Price 20c each ww—the congregation has a part to r in this worship program. What 6 more inspiring than good con- ional singing—starting the serv- off with a good lively hymn sung yim? Of all the features which /make up our church services, it hymns that most directly affect lverage man in the pew. In many shes it is in the hymns only that take an active part, and it is in proportion to his active share service that he will feel himself aber of a congregation rather an audience. I venture to state e Bible and the hymn book are © strongest external religious in- s. It is the one medium by all can unite in an inspiring act : ship. I have been in churches thr : the hymns and the scripture grea were being selected right in pit and the people in the con- 1 were sitting looking on. ras WOMAN’S INFLUENCE (Continued from page 2) lege and the second Negro woman col- lege president in the United States ‘In the business world which we have two race Surely there can be no point to such a j ‘¢ when no fore thought was o the whole matter. But how al part of many service, given t can our people become a rea this worship ‘service when in : cases they have neither hymn books nor Bibles? I trust that the day is not far off when these necessary worship aids will be found in the pews of every African Methodist Church. We can- not make bricks without straw. always considered man’s, ; women have made monumental contri- butions, not only because they made a fortune for themselves, but because of their contributions to mankind. I am speaking of Madam C. J. Walker and Madam Anna Turblo Malone. Who can ever forget Easter Sunday, 1939 when Marion Anderson sang in the shadow of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D. C. Critics the world over are enthusiastic over Marion ye derson’s voice. Tosconini said, “Its only once in a hundred years that such a voice as Marion Anderson’s is heard. {. E. Church]; 1PE MAGAZINE in the December In short, the music of the Spon architecture, the lighting, the con va of the service should all be as beauti for God is the Supreme And so, down this as possible, { Beauty of the Universe. * ough the ages has come to ma e—the gift of song- heritag —Bethel A. Ardmore, Penna. Mrs. E. Mae Richardson . 10, 1939 issue heralded Dorothy Manor’ 137 Mather Street Hartford Connecticut ===== DSC09063.JPG ===== MRS. J. A. Bethel African M. E. An ardent missionary worker. church lead the connection in reporting MRS. S. R. MAGUINEZ Wife of the Presiding Elder i : of the West Ch istrict She is a school teacher and received her : hi from the Y.W.C.A. College, Chicago. degree, “M.A.” WOMEN AND OUR MISSIONARY PROGRAM (Continued from page 1) 3. We were not set apart to do the “work of the Trustee Helpers. These omen have been selected by the local church to help with all the material lecessities which may arise in any con- regation. i work of the missionary society definitely planned and staged in ticle 11 of the Constitution govern- ‘the Woman’s Parent Mite Mission- F Society as set forth in the Discip- governing the A.M.E. Church. rovision is made for assuming the tus debts of a local church as is so MRS. WAYMAN A. JENNINGS baccalaureate degree She is pursuing work leadin: , — Vernon Chapel African M. E. Church, Tulsa, Oklahoma ie is a splendid type of a minister’s wife—makes and holds friends. In tensely interested in the succe Ss the ristian Recorder. S sored a 91st t cess of the Christia ord pi : : ¢ ON. Anniversary Program in her church which resulted in several s laymen. , ubscriptions from | ~~ PER mn reer ee i A CHILD OF THE PARSONAGE AN INSPIRATIO THEORGOOD The Allen Buildi ETTA MOTEN, “Mus. B.” OLIVE M. DIGGS * Editorial Writer—The Chicago Sunday Bee _ African M. E. Church, Chicago, Illinois ; : ‘ University of Kansas Bethel African M. E. Church, Chicago, Illinois Clinic Laboratory PORTLOCK Church, New York City Aided greatly in making her husband and Dollar Money to the amount of $2335. often done. One pastor was furious with me when he was informed that he could not demand nor take the mission- ary money in the treasury of that or- ganization to pay on the mortgage debt of the church. In no way am I saying that the women in the missionary so- ciety are relieved of assuming their share of the church obligations but I am emphatically saying that no part of the missionary funds may be used for said obligations. Every member of each missionary society should belong to a church auxiliary, the purpose of which is to provide for all of the phy- sical needs of the organization. (Continued in Next Issue) NN TO THE RACE AND BURTON ng, 716 So. 19th St. Philadelphia, Penna. MRS. JUANITA JACKSON-MITCHELL Min polis, Minnesota Contributes to the Christian Recorder. Eer article is wanting in this, issue because of illness. CHRISTIANITY AND RACE RE- | selves strong morally instead of with LATION AT THE CROSS ROADS | bullets and bayonets. (Continued from page 1) Christ has come to a showdown times. The .world, indeed, seems to we must decide now whether we are be at the crossroads. Nation is arrayed |to. accept it and be guided by it or against nation, race against race, and we will follow the e e of faction against faction. Even in our other peoples and reject its beloved country we find racial misun- Those derstanding, industrial strife and bitter by Christ and partisanship. Perhaps never in history rhood of God have we Christians been so challenged. man—give no We are at the crossroads. Which way sight of God will we take? r man’s broth We must stop, get our bearings, de- race, color or cide now how we as individuals and as d. Dem« y s founded on this a united nation can meet those prob- | ¢ stian principle and once we cease lems which beset us, problems which ng lip se and in ¢ actual bear on our economic life, our polit ractice 1ocracy will life and our moral and spiritual life, i have w s first and most rtant dividually and collectively. The world’s and then only can we be as- ills today are basically moral ones. We | sured that democracy CAN and WILL can cat as we will, in accordance with rh It is only on such a foundation those laws laid down by Christ, or we } that America ¢ »e made strong and can act as we will,.in accordance with arid hteor read cope suc- always bear in mind that it lies within that our power whether we shall seek the € As precepts of Christ that make for peace, ecide now or whetl we all seek sh anc ¢ k and fight materialistic greed, fear, e that Christian ideal, so is each nake for war and world unhappiness eve ne of us forced to decide Here in America, we are still free willing to work from the shadow of wat are not]a for bette terracial under- burdened by a totalitari tator or | star this country. a controlled press, we have not yet There js much talk today of how been subjected to race pogroms or to! Christianity has failed, of how we must the fear of concentration camps, but | sea ch for new ideals, new goals, new fifteen, twenty, and twenty-five years philosophies to set up and work toward, back neither were most of the other | However, it is not a question of new vations of the world. Christianity: then | goals to be set up, new philosophies or was the accepted religion of over half ideals. We must go back to the of the civilized world and nations had} old ¢ vals, we must resurrect the old cworn: fo be ruled by a government |ideals—the ideals set up by Christ which that was largely based on the principles | alone can su de us to security and suc- of Christ. What has happe ned to these | cessful living Why search for new nations within the past twenty years| goals? Why not try to revive and work can also happen to us. We must, there_ | out the old Christian way of living and fore, build up from within, make our- (Continued on page 16) ===== DSC09064.JPG ===== PAGE FOURTEEN e INDIVIDUAL COMMUNION SERVICES THE “TWENTIETH CENTURY” SERVICE The trays contain 30, 35, or 40 glasses, each. One to four trays can be placed upon one base. Only the top tray requires a cover, as each tray becomes a cover for the one beneath. The base and cover are not absolutely necessary, but will add very much to the appearance. Our special Service of Aluminum is so finely finished that very few are able to distinguish it from silver when the two materials are placed side by side. The Aluminum is light weight, durable, and does not tarnish. Style No. 50A. Best Quality Aluminum (Special Finish) . 2. Tray with 40 plain crystal glasses No. 6. Tray with 35 plain crystal glasses . 50A. Base (one to four trays can be placed on base) No. 50A. 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Music Hymnals, Bound in Morocco with Head Bands and Beautifully stamp, | in semi Gold are offered at these Prices. Single Copy ~— $1.50 Half Doz. — $6.50 One Doz. — $12.00 Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN T16-18 So, 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. ===== DSC09065.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIA Emanuel African M. E. Church, MRS. D. WARD NIGHOLS New York City Works With Young People LOVES HER CHURCH (Continued from page 9) “But twist our sighs and moans and tears, We still can smile, we still can sing, Despite the arduous journeying For faith and hope their courage lend, And rest and light are at the end.” Because you are possessors of this spirit of perseverance, loyalty, and a zeal to do, The Tulsa Teachers Forum welcomes you. That moving poem of Paul Lawrence Dunbar that he called, “An Ode to Ethiopia,” might well be called “An Ode to the African Methodist Church.” And The Tulsa Teachers Forum in its final effort to make you know that you are welcome dedicates this poem to you. “thine.” ourselves by. ia YOUTH LOOKS AT LIFE (Continued from page 8) is worthwhile? We all ask ourselves this question when we leave college E halls. But the first years out of college Be are apt to be anxious, unsatisfactory, f disappointing. The world does not Prove to be the same that it seemed to be in the quiet college surroundings. Duty is not so clear nor work’so well defined. We find that all the theories taught us fail. It is just a few things that “my life has found” that I shall life’s work. We may drop worry. Eternal life is |@ !ot of mental junk and spiritual debris oral Worry is that is not worth moving over into the no more than a disease, and there is) New Year. The best we can-do with no virtue in it. We may let go discontent. eternal years there is no word or place|Pride. Forget any grudges that we Take life,|™may have; hatred and bittérness never “As God gives it, not as we want it,”|™ade anyone happy. Then we should and do our very best with it. We may let go of our own self-seek- | life is beginning again for us at the ing. In eternal life there shall be no{ New Year. Let us learn New Year’s “mine” nor| Wisdom from Old Year’s Failures. serene it is not careworn. for any discontent heart. greed. There Pretence, worry, discontent and self_| fruitful method of clearing the track seeking, these are what we may let go. | for a successful race in the future is On the other side what shall we retain | by repentance, restitution and forgive_ to be wise in our judgment and to guide| €Ss of our past sins as we honestly _ Let us keep hold of work. But what|so that we may be free to go forward. é This one ques-| We do not deserve a glorious future tion meets us when we leave college. } built upon a wicked past unrepented of. There are questions | The first step, therefore, in facing the we must think of first in selecting our future is to FACE THE PAST. Is it legitimate? mine? Is it necessary? —I mean is it lawful or does it conflict with any} CHRISTIANITY AND RACE RELA- present day duty, secondly does it be- long to me alone, is this what I shall succeed in, and last will it help the community, myself and is it uplifting, inspiring, or strengthening. Let us not dodge our work. Let us| from it and the resu’* is not encourag- you have been able to do. I hope y% As long as we live] ing. Let us go back, then, and rebuild work shall we go to? We fear to err. not fail to see it. we have a work to do, let’s do it: (Continued from sti 8) Christianity Concentra; : the cross roads, tye bet yy T went to the throne, with trembling | speetly and throw th 48 look cited » heart. : Seas light within ang icy Prightes ty The year was done. ¢ us study our own Y Ourselves “Have you a New Year for me, dear | ness and eee Master? Sie : that purity, that a, And sgh I have spoiled this one!” that unselfishness tha ¥ that love He took my year, all spoiled and blotted, | the fog of fil Lift ug ae And gave me a new one, all unspotted, = s, S$ and seg human Unjustne § aboyy Our institutions which Then into my tired heart He smiled; Christian principle, ae pe baseg on “Do better now, my child!” ed. The test will pe a bei A dividual records of oy, fives. tet FACING THE PAST fore, we must one by onc, .;., __ te XCI. NO. 44 PHILADELPHIA, PA. white and black, old and yoy yx— % ad SUK DF \STHE-OFFICIAL ORGAN: R or THE'AFRICAN-METHODIST-EPISCOPAL CHURCH. we THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 1940 PRICE FIVE CENTS It is not enough to resolve to do bet- ter. The best way to begin doing bet_ ter is to face the Past, go back tu those whose hearts we have broken and heal them; wipe away some of the tears we declare ourselves in the | cardinal principles Bt Christi: In the days of the Cr warred for the Christian i overwhelming Physical HOP DAVID H. SIMS WRITES ON CHURCH PRESS have caused to flow from the eyes of those we have ill-treated, and lift some of the burdens off the minds and hearts of those we have burdened. Facing the past is a fine preparation for facing the future. It would be well for us to forget some things—throw some things away. Let us make wise use of our wastebaskets. The twelve months just Passed have seen the accumulation of SAYS “TOO MANY PUBLICATIONS” soldiers of Christianity wor ou: Turkish and Mohammed which threatened to annit day, physical prowess wil} , tianity—if the battle against to be won today it is oing t on the application of Chris everyday living. Last summer an inspiring , was received at a great r : Re-Armament—consi many of our leaders to b, necessity—which was held i: }nia. The message came {; the largest of the Negro tr Africa and read—“We se nine Bantu Races pledged to make ca God’s Own Country see great cloud on the Western Sly meaning Food and Life comes from the West. Will the Cloud send life-giving rain to the world? When a Bantu bride comes to a new village, people take ; clean the village. She brings n that are always acceptable the world cares to clean surroundings Go! shall come with new gifts.” The challenge is ours. Shall up, shall we look up, that Goc new gifts? What can I a simple message? Only thi and nations part company at t! roads. They meet at the Cro Washington, D. C. A BISHOP PRESCRIBES FOR CHURCH JOURNALISM (Albert C, Diefenbach, in “Religion Today,” Boston Evening Transcript, December 16) Methodists listened this week to their new bishop in the Boston Area, Dr. G. Bromley Oxnam. It was at the annual meeting of the Wesleyan Asso- ciation, a society of laymen which pub- lishes the 117-year-old Zions’ Herald. The bishop spoke on “ ‘Lords of the Press’ vs. The Press of the Lord,” chiefly a survey of the ‘state of the church paper in this country. Among the Protestant denomina- tions, the situation is bad. All the papers are declining in circulation and are facing difficult financial problems. Indeed, church journalism is in an all- it is to forget it. Forget a few of our In all| tights; they usually consist of false forget our failures. .Remember that Strange as it may seem, the most (Continued on page 8) DAVID HENRY SIMS UR CHURCH PUBLICATIONS face them and have them blotted out By D. H. Sims he purpose of this article and others ; : : follow between now and the Gen-|has to be very careful in forming his Conference is to focus the atten- | to debunk as rabid politicians begin to things which I think we should do | bishops while our overhead expense is Teak —tTulsa, Okla. in ‘ that it is a good thing that we have s. : its good. You will remember that TIONS AT THE CROSSROADS | ry FIRST LADY A CHRISTIAN IN DEED Sug ies gee hippers that several departments might worship God untrammelle ; church are sick. Without re- | Turner prayed for a trained ministry upon any individual, I maintain | Someone remind us that the A. M. E ne opinion now. vledge, and is quite evident in our 5 ch publications. Perhaps we are It is an assured ee x (Continued from page | thinking? We have come a long way may have continued succes Vv i 1, fact that we don’t ery sincerely y< And|the faith of our fathers. We must : attempt to write. in our work let us lay hold to happiness | choose our way now and give through Eleanor Roos , but the time has come for us ae a ae fee aed eae 2 I’m still in youth yes! but what of|and friendship, for a friend givesous | Our individual living the Christ inter- Bi seriously, soberly and courage. | trained, en selena rac a 4 disap- | pretation of the things we do and say.|FrRsT LADY WINS TOLERANCE If so—why not g that I find that life is large and great. | confidence. retain the whole of it in our so few |us. years of learning and no experience. is this: We may let go all things which we cannot carry into eternal life. “ “I am what I pretend to be, In our And I or we as youths cannot possibly | pointments and failures he comforts [The challenge is ours today, so let us Let us also take a fine grip on faith. ity be re lons ace What is necessary and worthwhile to |What good to us is-work if we go on | with its principle of idealism. “This is] League for Tolerance een a us? To start, what can we let go? |blindly without a light or purpose. |the day for united thinking’ in His|day that Dr. John ee By whom or what authority decide? | Faith, Christian Faith, holds our key |name. With the Christ spirit we must the Town Hall Community a All of us must reason out our own|to the blessedness of eternal life and|cross the racial lines, the economic] Mrs. Franklin D. Rooseve answer to these questions. I find, it |what is worthwhile. So to youth, let go ea things which confronts and may hinder | Christian brotherhood. Christian real- ; Te ike We may drop pretense, in eternity |us,—pretense, worry, discontent, and | ism calls for facing the world which ant deed of an there-is no place for them. Let us put |self-secking. Holding with a firm grip, | today is in upheaval. Our hope is that Catholic organization 28 6 and faith |the young people, who are less bound] Chapman, editor of e to hide, Let us say nothing untrue | and be worthwhile to those whose lives | by tradition and previous customs, be-| combat anti-Semitism. and we shall never fear. pee touch and make our goal in life. For | gin to take more advanced steps. One ‘Life is real, life is earnest About me there is no make believe.” | And it’s grave is not it's goal.” the unworthy | litical lines, into the great pathway of| woman of 1939. on nothing and we shall have nothing | work, happiness, friendshi out a new program. example, the Recorder. s Christian Recorder has sus- | Chi ne ublication. The Western Re-| papers under good when the Editor is able A report comes to us 7 see sh it, but like the others it suf-|left the connection in that, - ae $ lack of support: The church | wrong in that state. Here’s hoping ditor and without giving him | adjusted ‘Ip, ‘expects him to get out a|aspirants ; his is not right. Neither is it | only those with a Pp ess sense, or Christian. The | bless Frank Madison AWARD NEW YORK, (UP)—The Amer _ istian Recorder for having done rearm ourselves spiritually. a Christianity must be realistic along ere Se 7 an aul for the lofty offices in our lines, the denominational linés, the po-| lected as the most tolerant m * st tolem The league named as the most '" ge : Christian Recorder is sick. |men who have achieved nobly Dr. Eman ‘has worked hard and has |support their contentions. Voice,” ‘As we all look to De ite improyements, “but the 2 : he might have spent in his |the people that compos ‘oying and building a credi-| not pollute an gteash ? ontinued on page 13) very lives that it may live. A INCIL OF BISHOPS, FFB e it and is di oS The award was made to Mrs a i rae f who attends an interracial meeting of | velt for “her championing “a young people is thrilled with its hope of’ Anderson, the colored singer: Mati and that those churches return to the fold. hallowed by the memory of many Ww “Because I live, RUARY 15, 1940, ATLANTA, GEORGIA | CHURCH PRESS—PARAMOUNT PROBLEMS No subject to which the coming Uniting Conference in Kansas City, will address itself can Possibly exceed in importance the problem of the church press. Throughout the history pf Methodism, the church papers have receiyed relatively scant consideration. They have been all but starved to death. Seemingly, only a few leaders have ever begun to serse the possibili- ties that lie in well-guided and well- supported publicity. We Methodists have been foolish, foolish beyond all calculation in our niggardly policy re- specting Christian propaganda. The religious weeklies are sorely needed for the furtherance of cooper- ation and the maintenance of morale; they constitute the best link in a con- time low. Bishop Oxnam divided the |nectional system of church polity and (Continued on page 8) “OUT OF THE WEST” By Fred E. Stephens One reads many things concerning our beloved Church of Allen until one opinions. There is a lot of propaganda pull strings and go through their paces. of our great church upon some of | One hears some stupid office seeker advocating an increase in the number of all too heavy now. Then another s © many offices and so many periodicals. aid in Charleston, S. C. two years Yet I find the laymen wondering—I see unrest—I hear the well trained n the Council of Bishops’ sermon vigorous stalwart clergyman, both young and old clamoring against adding yered before my collegues, the Con-]more taxes to an already overtaxed constituency . W ay doesn’t somegne onal Council and a large group of remember that Allen founded a church pehieneicy the black man and woman , d—why can’t someone mention that Payne and to feed and enlighten our people. Will . Church is a church, and not a political is i i fi id, grafting, would be leaders. ommon | football to be bandied about by selfish, stupid, ; nuld | ’ acta Let us face Some realities: Do we need more bishops? It so—how many? need six more as some would have us then let us fill them with honest well- have papers like the A.M.E, Review? and give us a real periodical? However The | let us ‘hats off’ to Drs. Wilson of the Western Recorder and Singleton of the herculean work in the editing of fine he severest of handicaps. abama that over 12 of our churches have that is true, then something is radically hat whatever may be the difficulty will be May God bless all the beloved church but we hope to God that ure heart and a clean mind will find their goal. May God Reid and A. Wayman Ward, sons of illustrious parents— The West believes in such men and will troit may we remember that our church belongs to edicated to the glory of God, May we ho sacrificed their ye shall live also.” MR. W. P. BAYLESS PITTSBURGH, Pa.—l of an address on race pride W. P. the course Bayless, circulation manager of The Pittsburgh Courier, at E Church here, said: “Negroes more pride in things which be them. But they cannot have this pride if they do not know the history and im- portance of these things. Few mem- bers of the African Methodist Episcopal Church know that it was the first group of Negroes in America that revolted against discrimination [his denomi- nation’ was the first to publish a news- paper. Few know that it started pub lication right here in Pittsburgh; few (Continued on page 9) _ This Thursday in The CHRISTIAN RECORDER The Daily Altar— The Rey. Carlyle F, Stewart, The Church School,... as Our Church—The Rev. A, Lincoln Criglar EDITORIALS: Again Our Church Pres Bishop Wright Write The Antilynching Bil A Church Supported: Press. POINTED POINTS. Birthday Greetings .. Thé Churchman Afie Young People’s Page Allen C. E, League News At A Gla Transitions Notices—Calenda A Missionary Tho Just A Few Dots- eon BESsauuussae Belle Glover 15 a J. G. Robinson..
• January 18, 1940
  ===== DSC09065.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIA Emanuel African M. E. Church, MRS. D. WARD NIGHOLS New York City Works With Young People LOVES HER CHURCH (Continued from page 9) “But twist our sighs and moans and tears, We still can smile, we still can sing, Despite the arduous journeying For faith and hope their courage lend, And rest and light are at the end.” Because you are possessors of this spirit of perseverance, loyalty, and a zeal to do, The Tulsa Teachers Forum welcomes you. That moving poem of Paul Lawrence Dunbar that he called, “An Ode to Ethiopia,” might well be called “An Ode to the African Methodist Church.” And The Tulsa Teachers Forum in its final effort to make you know that you are welcome dedicates this poem to you. “thine.” ourselves by. ia YOUTH LOOKS AT LIFE (Continued from page 8) is worthwhile? We all ask ourselves this question when we leave college E halls. But the first years out of college Be are apt to be anxious, unsatisfactory, f disappointing. The world does not Prove to be the same that it seemed to be in the quiet college surroundings. Duty is not so clear nor work’so well defined. We find that all the theories taught us fail. It is just a few things that “my life has found” that I shall life’s work. We may drop worry. Eternal life is |@ !ot of mental junk and spiritual debris oral Worry is that is not worth moving over into the no more than a disease, and there is) New Year. The best we can-do with no virtue in it. We may let go discontent. eternal years there is no word or place|Pride. Forget any grudges that we Take life,|™may have; hatred and bittérness never “As God gives it, not as we want it,”|™ade anyone happy. Then we should and do our very best with it. We may let go of our own self-seek- | life is beginning again for us at the ing. In eternal life there shall be no{ New Year. Let us learn New Year’s “mine” nor| Wisdom from Old Year’s Failures. serene it is not careworn. for any discontent heart. greed. There Pretence, worry, discontent and self_| fruitful method of clearing the track seeking, these are what we may let go. | for a successful race in the future is On the other side what shall we retain | by repentance, restitution and forgive_ to be wise in our judgment and to guide| €Ss of our past sins as we honestly _ Let us keep hold of work. But what|so that we may be free to go forward. é This one ques-| We do not deserve a glorious future tion meets us when we leave college. } built upon a wicked past unrepented of. There are questions | The first step, therefore, in facing the we must think of first in selecting our future is to FACE THE PAST. Is it legitimate? mine? Is it necessary? —I mean is it lawful or does it conflict with any} CHRISTIANITY AND RACE RELA- present day duty, secondly does it be- long to me alone, is this what I shall succeed in, and last will it help the community, myself and is it uplifting, inspiring, or strengthening. Let us not dodge our work. Let us| from it and the resu’* is not encourag- you have been able to do. I hope y% As long as we live] ing. Let us go back, then, and rebuild work shall we go to? We fear to err. not fail to see it. we have a work to do, let’s do it: (Continued from sti 8) Christianity Concentra; : the cross roads, tye bet yy T went to the throne, with trembling | speetly and throw th 48 look cited » heart. : Seas light within ang icy Prightes ty The year was done. ¢ us study our own Y Ourselves “Have you a New Year for me, dear | ness and eee Master? Sie : that purity, that a, And sgh I have spoiled this one!” that unselfishness tha ¥ that love He took my year, all spoiled and blotted, | the fog of fil Lift ug ae And gave me a new one, all unspotted, = s, S$ and seg human Unjustne § aboyy Our institutions which Then into my tired heart He smiled; Christian principle, ae pe baseg on “Do better now, my child!” ed. The test will pe a bei A dividual records of oy, fives. tet FACING THE PAST fore, we must one by onc, .;., __ te XCI. NO. 44 PHILADELPHIA, PA. white and black, old and yoy yx— % ad SUK DF \STHE-OFFICIAL ORGAN: R or THE'AFRICAN-METHODIST-EPISCOPAL CHURCH. we THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 1940 PRICE FIVE CENTS It is not enough to resolve to do bet- ter. The best way to begin doing bet_ ter is to face the Past, go back tu those whose hearts we have broken and heal them; wipe away some of the tears we declare ourselves in the | cardinal principles Bt Christi: In the days of the Cr warred for the Christian i overwhelming Physical HOP DAVID H. SIMS WRITES ON CHURCH PRESS have caused to flow from the eyes of those we have ill-treated, and lift some of the burdens off the minds and hearts of those we have burdened. Facing the past is a fine preparation for facing the future. It would be well for us to forget some things—throw some things away. Let us make wise use of our wastebaskets. The twelve months just Passed have seen the accumulation of SAYS “TOO MANY PUBLICATIONS” soldiers of Christianity wor ou: Turkish and Mohammed which threatened to annit day, physical prowess wil} , tianity—if the battle against to be won today it is oing t on the application of Chris everyday living. Last summer an inspiring , was received at a great r : Re-Armament—consi many of our leaders to b, necessity—which was held i: }nia. The message came {; the largest of the Negro tr Africa and read—“We se nine Bantu Races pledged to make ca God’s Own Country see great cloud on the Western Sly meaning Food and Life comes from the West. Will the Cloud send life-giving rain to the world? When a Bantu bride comes to a new village, people take ; clean the village. She brings n that are always acceptable the world cares to clean surroundings Go! shall come with new gifts.” The challenge is ours. Shall up, shall we look up, that Goc new gifts? What can I a simple message? Only thi and nations part company at t! roads. They meet at the Cro Washington, D. C. A BISHOP PRESCRIBES FOR CHURCH JOURNALISM (Albert C, Diefenbach, in “Religion Today,” Boston Evening Transcript, December 16) Methodists listened this week to their new bishop in the Boston Area, Dr. G. Bromley Oxnam. It was at the annual meeting of the Wesleyan Asso- ciation, a society of laymen which pub- lishes the 117-year-old Zions’ Herald. The bishop spoke on “ ‘Lords of the Press’ vs. The Press of the Lord,” chiefly a survey of the ‘state of the church paper in this country. Among the Protestant denomina- tions, the situation is bad. All the papers are declining in circulation and are facing difficult financial problems. Indeed, church journalism is in an all- it is to forget it. Forget a few of our In all| tights; they usually consist of false forget our failures. .Remember that Strange as it may seem, the most (Continued on page 8) DAVID HENRY SIMS UR CHURCH PUBLICATIONS face them and have them blotted out By D. H. Sims he purpose of this article and others ; : : follow between now and the Gen-|has to be very careful in forming his Conference is to focus the atten- | to debunk as rabid politicians begin to things which I think we should do | bishops while our overhead expense is Teak —tTulsa, Okla. in ‘ that it is a good thing that we have s. : its good. You will remember that TIONS AT THE CROSSROADS | ry FIRST LADY A CHRISTIAN IN DEED Sug ies gee hippers that several departments might worship God untrammelle ; church are sick. Without re- | Turner prayed for a trained ministry upon any individual, I maintain | Someone remind us that the A. M. E ne opinion now. vledge, and is quite evident in our 5 ch publications. Perhaps we are It is an assured ee x (Continued from page | thinking? We have come a long way may have continued succes Vv i 1, fact that we don’t ery sincerely y< And|the faith of our fathers. We must : attempt to write. in our work let us lay hold to happiness | choose our way now and give through Eleanor Roos , but the time has come for us ae a ae fee aed eae 2 I’m still in youth yes! but what of|and friendship, for a friend givesous | Our individual living the Christ inter- Bi seriously, soberly and courage. | trained, en selena rac a 4 disap- | pretation of the things we do and say.|FrRsT LADY WINS TOLERANCE If so—why not g that I find that life is large and great. | confidence. retain the whole of it in our so few |us. years of learning and no experience. is this: We may let go all things which we cannot carry into eternal life. “ “I am what I pretend to be, In our And I or we as youths cannot possibly | pointments and failures he comforts [The challenge is ours today, so let us Let us also take a fine grip on faith. ity be re lons ace What is necessary and worthwhile to |What good to us is-work if we go on | with its principle of idealism. “This is] League for Tolerance een a us? To start, what can we let go? |blindly without a light or purpose. |the day for united thinking’ in His|day that Dr. John ee By whom or what authority decide? | Faith, Christian Faith, holds our key |name. With the Christ spirit we must the Town Hall Community a All of us must reason out our own|to the blessedness of eternal life and|cross the racial lines, the economic] Mrs. Franklin D. Rooseve answer to these questions. I find, it |what is worthwhile. So to youth, let go ea things which confronts and may hinder | Christian brotherhood. Christian real- ; Te ike We may drop pretense, in eternity |us,—pretense, worry, discontent, and | ism calls for facing the world which ant deed of an there-is no place for them. Let us put |self-secking. Holding with a firm grip, | today is in upheaval. Our hope is that Catholic organization 28 6 and faith |the young people, who are less bound] Chapman, editor of e to hide, Let us say nothing untrue | and be worthwhile to those whose lives | by tradition and previous customs, be-| combat anti-Semitism. and we shall never fear. pee touch and make our goal in life. For | gin to take more advanced steps. One ‘Life is real, life is earnest About me there is no make believe.” | And it’s grave is not it's goal.” the unworthy | litical lines, into the great pathway of| woman of 1939. on nothing and we shall have nothing | work, happiness, friendshi out a new program. example, the Recorder. s Christian Recorder has sus- | Chi ne ublication. The Western Re-| papers under good when the Editor is able A report comes to us 7 see sh it, but like the others it suf-|left the connection in that, - ae $ lack of support: The church | wrong in that state. Here’s hoping ditor and without giving him | adjusted ‘Ip, ‘expects him to get out a|aspirants ; his is not right. Neither is it | only those with a Pp ess sense, or Christian. The | bless Frank Madison AWARD NEW YORK, (UP)—The Amer _ istian Recorder for having done rearm ourselves spiritually. a Christianity must be realistic along ere Se 7 an aul for the lofty offices in our lines, the denominational linés, the po-| lected as the most tolerant m * st tolem The league named as the most '" ge : Christian Recorder is sick. |men who have achieved nobly Dr. Eman ‘has worked hard and has |support their contentions. Voice,” ‘As we all look to De ite improyements, “but the 2 : he might have spent in his |the people that compos ‘oying and building a credi-| not pollute an gteash ? ontinued on page 13) very lives that it may live. A INCIL OF BISHOPS, FFB e it and is di oS The award was made to Mrs a i rae f who attends an interracial meeting of | velt for “her championing “a young people is thrilled with its hope of’ Anderson, the colored singer: Mati and that those churches return to the fold. hallowed by the memory of many Ww “Because I live, RUARY 15, 1940, ATLANTA, GEORGIA | CHURCH PRESS—PARAMOUNT PROBLEMS No subject to which the coming Uniting Conference in Kansas City, will address itself can Possibly exceed in importance the problem of the church press. Throughout the history pf Methodism, the church papers have receiyed relatively scant consideration. They have been all but starved to death. Seemingly, only a few leaders have ever begun to serse the possibili- ties that lie in well-guided and well- supported publicity. We Methodists have been foolish, foolish beyond all calculation in our niggardly policy re- specting Christian propaganda. The religious weeklies are sorely needed for the furtherance of cooper- ation and the maintenance of morale; they constitute the best link in a con- time low. Bishop Oxnam divided the |nectional system of church polity and (Continued on page 8) “OUT OF THE WEST” By Fred E. Stephens One reads many things concerning our beloved Church of Allen until one opinions. There is a lot of propaganda pull strings and go through their paces. of our great church upon some of | One hears some stupid office seeker advocating an increase in the number of all too heavy now. Then another s © many offices and so many periodicals. aid in Charleston, S. C. two years Yet I find the laymen wondering—I see unrest—I hear the well trained n the Council of Bishops’ sermon vigorous stalwart clergyman, both young and old clamoring against adding yered before my collegues, the Con-]more taxes to an already overtaxed constituency . W ay doesn’t somegne onal Council and a large group of remember that Allen founded a church pehieneicy the black man and woman , d—why can’t someone mention that Payne and to feed and enlighten our people. Will . Church is a church, and not a political is i i fi id, grafting, would be leaders. ommon | football to be bandied about by selfish, stupid, ; nuld | ’ acta Let us face Some realities: Do we need more bishops? It so—how many? need six more as some would have us then let us fill them with honest well- have papers like the A.M.E, Review? and give us a real periodical? However The | let us ‘hats off’ to Drs. Wilson of the Western Recorder and Singleton of the herculean work in the editing of fine he severest of handicaps. abama that over 12 of our churches have that is true, then something is radically hat whatever may be the difficulty will be May God bless all the beloved church but we hope to God that ure heart and a clean mind will find their goal. May God Reid and A. Wayman Ward, sons of illustrious parents— The West believes in such men and will troit may we remember that our church belongs to edicated to the glory of God, May we ho sacrificed their ye shall live also.” MR. W. P. BAYLESS PITTSBURGH, Pa.—l of an address on race pride W. P. the course Bayless, circulation manager of The Pittsburgh Courier, at E Church here, said: “Negroes more pride in things which be them. But they cannot have this pride if they do not know the history and im- portance of these things. Few mem- bers of the African Methodist Episcopal Church know that it was the first group of Negroes in America that revolted against discrimination [his denomi- nation’ was the first to publish a news- paper. Few know that it started pub lication right here in Pittsburgh; few (Continued on page 9) _ This Thursday in The CHRISTIAN RECORDER The Daily Altar— The Rey. Carlyle F, Stewart, The Church School,... as Our Church—The Rev. A, Lincoln Criglar EDITORIALS: Again Our Church Pres Bishop Wright Write The Antilynching Bil A Church Supported: Press. POINTED POINTS. Birthday Greetings .. Thé Churchman Afie Young People’s Page Allen C. E, League News At A Gla Transitions Notices—Calenda A Missionary Tho Just A Few Dots- eon BESsauuussae Belle Glover 15 a J. G. Robinson.. ===== DSC09066.JPG ===== PAGE TWO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER CHURCH SCHOOL to commend yourself to God as a werk- because of his straightforward dealing with ths has no reason to feel any shame, at those things which were by the shepherds.—Luke 2 Broa Pe Through all the centuries. since that | _ first Christmas, Jesus has been the greatest question men have had to face. No one can dismiss Him. He]. remains to judge every situation, every policy, every life. Even after these nineteen centuries the world is still wondering at the story that is. still about Him. It seems so wonderful and so good, that it must be an importa- tion—He is not native to our earth. Dear Lord of Christmas, help me if January 28}Vout worshipers. Qut on the hills a multitude of people have been gather- ing. They have spread their garments in the road before the advance of the great teacher, they haye torn branches from the palm trees and have waved _DRAMATICALL MS HIS MESSIAHSHIP n Text: Matthew 21:1-16 eral Secretary-Treg Large pr. the Colored oe ford, and Delavan {Join the League in th; pf introducing to al that before the elevation o to the Bishopric that Morr} set aside to do honor to hi wrought so well {or ~| African Methodism, The me presided over by Miss re Reneau, and the followi was Offered: Opening song—Junior choir an gregation—All Hail th. ad when they drew nigh unto’ am, and came unto Bethphage,| them as they lustily cried: he mount of Olives, then Jesus] the son of David.” The Procession has disciples, 2 saying unto them,] swept triumphantly through the city o the village that is over against] gates up the streets and the Master has d straightway ye shall find an] entered into the temple. and a colt with her: lose them, | the streets asked : “Who is this?” Were 3 And if} they ignorant, were € say aught unto you, ye shall] were they scornful, were they preju- The Lord hath need of them; and] diced against him? itway he will send them. ‘4 Now] questions, come to pass, that it might be} Ushered into the holy city at the very] The coming of a man to a town may] these persons The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. He will ful- fill the desire of them that fear him; he also will hear their cry, and will save them.—Amen. ‘throughout this ‘next year. Forbi that I should lose the glow and glory that was, yesterday, so real. cee hee cat Tee ee Friday, January 19 = SESS TPIS? Sr Ne And thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his*people from their sins.—Matthew 1:21, It is a pretty safe rule to take se- ing them unto me. Saturday, January 13 come into their own since Jesus was PAGE THREE A a a a eae, | i ‘ iy ag ia “Yes? was the over which they boasted. With them, ys iperor—and his name is|then, Mr. Bryant is a general officer Christ.” Savonarola, sick of the sel-|and a member of the general confer- fish intrigues of Florence, baffled by the | ence by virtue of this office. misuse of power in high families, wrote; | of this, howeyer, they elected him a “Jésus Christ, king of Florence,” and] lay-delegate in their Electoral Col- he made a bonfire of follies and refused] lege. This is strong action indeed by to forgive the sins of the great Medicia. disciples of Mr. Bryant, who is such Jesus ‘himself was wise enough to avoid] a great champion of right, honesty and the crowds. He knew how superficial | fairness. It is quite obvious that these and capricious crowds always are. The] persons are trying every way possible crowd that hails you today crucifies you}to make their friend, Mr. Bryant, a tomorrow. Jesus chose a few personal]member of the General Conference. disciples. The crowd says: “Who is] They are much like the Irishman caught “Hosanna to| this?” Peter says: “Thou art the]in a severe storm who cried: “O God, Christ.” Can we capture the leaders|O devil.” for Christ? In view When asked why he called on both, answered: “I was not sure into which one’s hands I would fall.” This action bears the ear-marks of a person bent on having his way by By Roy L. Smith hook or crook. Since he lost his When it is said, “The Lord hath need| hook in New York , he falls back } of them,” that makes jt a preferred]on his old customary friend—“Crook.” | claim. By what str Crowds in POINTERS they indifferent, These are fair was dramatically filled which was spoken through the} peak of the greatest feast. Why did be of greater importance than the com_feral Conference will seat Mr Bryant Jesus Name. Invocation—Brother John P, Song—Junior Choir—Let born as a little child. And a certain woman named Martha} poor, the hungry, and received him into her house.—LukeJare all happier, today, because the Babe was born in the stable of Bethlehem’s Martha did the thing that a greatfinn: many moderns do—she received Jesus Prisoners, the} riously those things which Jesus seem- ed to considered serious, and dismiss rather lightly those things which he discussed as of small importance. There is a tendency in these times to speak | Responsive as if it were only an arti_ et, saying, 5 Tell ye the daughter] they not recognize and accept their|i™g of 4 factory. Because his kingdom-was aj he coming of Jesus will stir any Why did Judas become | *°W"- 5 i i cool as the spiritual quality of Jesus’] Men are still asking, concerning Je- ministry warmed? Why is it so difficult now to hold} How many things would Jesus upset] that this political esus appointed them, 7 and brought | men’s attention to pure réligion? This|# the modern temple? e ass, and the colt, and put on them|afternoon in Pittsburgh soldiers are It was not the selling, but the robbing|iruits of a ir garments; and he sat thereon. 8} drilling on our fields, students are rush-|i" the temple, that Jesus condemned. | Bryant is inc ‘And the most part of the multitude] ing by carrying books, football players] God have mercy on a church when the read heir garments in the way; andJare going out for practice, merchants lame, the blind and the needy cease hers cut branches from the trees, and] are selling goods, steel mills are boom-|©°™S to its doors. SEEN “spread them in the way. 9 And the] ing, cars and cabs are dashing through ats as 5 Be itudes' that went before him, and|the streets below me, women are at PRAYER THOUGHT SuSE gues) ne that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna}lectures or musicales or are playing to sign Mr. Br sehold, thy King cometh unto thee, feek, and riding upon an ass, ind upon a colt the foal of an ass. nd the disciples went, and did even Dear Lord of little children, and of, lightly of sin, into her house. without receiving Him|the joyless of the world, grant that into] ficial creation into: her heart. Gladys Strothers, and spes ; of the preachers. But|Song—Junior Choir—Big Bus As we usually come|my poor heart, this day, the spirit of] Jesus did not so dismiss it, neither near to Xmas day we are in great} Thy song may be born. danger of losing Jesus in the prepara- We become so fretted and harassed by the unusual labors and pressing responsibilities, that we lose all semblance of the Christmas Set me sing- 1 \ should we. Indeed, one of the most|A. C. E. League Pledge fo ing with that angelic choir this day. h important elements in the announce- ment of His coming was the fact that |He would save the people from their |Song—Junior Choir—America sins. Anything.that impels Heaven to Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, sacrifice Jesus for the sake of human- and see this thing which is come to Dear Lord of Christmas, honor our} pass.—Luke 2:15. the Morris Gheer led by ‘Tuesday, January 16 Address—High Lights on t ity is desperately serious. the Literature World-Ellis M as a member, by virtue of his office, and at the same time seat him a a lay- delegate from an Electora Do these persor M. E. Church has the A. such a level sus, “Who is this?” be crammed Or is it that tk are grabbing at every straw that offers ha ever has bew p Howard’s refusal Us to the son of David: Blessed is he that cards, housewives will soon be. pre- By William Chalmers Covert election”as a eee chess iy om jignore it only at our peril. Dear Saviour, show me mine own| Baskins. The gifts and|world has gone to many towns and|heart as it appears unto Thee. Let me| Works of Paul Lawrence Dunbe:-An- 2 It has] see how hideous my lusts, my hatreds, gcne to Paris and been amused. It}{my animosities are. Grant me the in- has gone to Washington and London} sight that will set me forthright to Solo—Evening §Prayer—Miss cometh in the name of the Lord; Hos-|paring dinner, Red-Cross units are just) _ Bring deeper conviction to our hearts, motion the proper 10 And when he| stopping work in the various churches. O God, as to the Lordship of Jesus in |lead to the latter’ as come into Jerusalem, all the city} Our people are busy, or at least they all our lives. Wilt Thou crown with jeral Conference. fas stirred, saying, Who is this? 11]are preoccupied. raat i Saws ee nd the multitudes said, This is the|town they might ask: “Who is this?”] Slory the active influence of our Lord’s |the Credentiz hearts by coming in and making it Thy dwelling place. glitter may all go if Thy spirit of peace} tound only disappointments. may come in. In its search for the way of life, the anna in the highest. brose Gordon. Solo—Peace in the Valley—Mis If Jesus came to immediate achievements of power and|Seerer, I venture the i i ife S S eC he circumstances seat Mr ophet, Jesus, from Nazareth of Gali-| Some of the preachers might not know life and truth, so that men shall recog-}no circumstances se Sunday, January 14 and been offered. only politics economics. It has gone to Hollywood And, lo, the angel of the Lord cameJand been offered pretense and make- upon them, and the glory of the Lord] believe. shone round about them; and they }set out, again for Bethlehem and sought ' [for the secret of life in the simplicities The miracle happened again in that]—a little child at its mother’s breast, field, that night, when the angel of the}a beautiful family circle, contentment Thee, Lord appeared to men while they were]in the midst of modest surroundings. engaged in the discharge of a common- The herding of sheep, doubtless, seemed to most men then, as now, a commonplace task. But the ¢simplicity. angels did appear to the shepherd—] Thee in the ordinary as it becomes glo-| LORD, SPEAK TO ME, THAT I Maybe I am too busy writing nize the reality of his reign here and|the General Conf 12 And Jesus entered into the temple | about him! God, and cast out all them that sold cleaning my own spirit, as Thou art|Address—The Negro Wo ; Jean Hodges, Rockford, II! Solo—When I’ve Done My Best- Thomas Scott. Miss Daisy Jelks, District of Chicago was presented a: the Morris Night Plan. ‘so lift we up our praise for the} Collection by Ushers: many blessings sent us. searching me. | GRACE BEFORE MEALS ) As the Pilgrim lifted up his thanks to We need not marvel too much that bought in the temple, and over-|the crowds in the streets of Jerusalem ew the tables of the money-changers, | did not recognize the Master. He was d the seats of them that sold the|new then, even if the country was res; 13 and he saith unto them. It is | small. itten, My house shall be called a} It is not*only in Birmingham that peo- e of prayer: but ye make it a den] ple go home and leave Jesus standing 14 And the blind and the} in the rain. ame to him in the temple; and sulting Jesus about the war? We are We go ahead and teach hate in- It is about time that we all were sore afraid.—Luke 2:9. But Jesus is neglected today. and N. Burke. Ode to Ethiopia—Mrs. Vivi Solo—All Alone—Paul Stro!! The Negro in Drama—Miss ku) $ = No, indeed. Are we con- Blessed Master of plain men and women, help me to find the secret of a great Christmas in the greatness of Grant me the eyes to see 15 But when the chief | not. ts and the scribes saw the wonder-| stead of love. Do we consult Jesus ngs that he did, and the children| about _ politics? re crying in the temple and say-| probably have some pull or some ax to ‘osanna to the son of David; they | grind in our selection of candidates. ‘moyed with indignation, 16 and] Does Jesus rule the Labor Union? Does nto him, Hearest thou these are] the C. I. O. or the A. F. of L. consult HYMNS THAT LIVE _ plain men doing their duty. the way God always appears, and yet, His every appearance is always_a sur- Blessed are plain tasks, then, for they open the way to God. Dear Father of plain people, look into | 2 :20. my heart, and see if I be worthy to hear good things of great joy. Cast|must have been the effect upon the O lead me, Lord, that I may lead out my fears and doubts, and let me]other shepherds in the field—the ones The wandering and the wavering feet; | who had gone in keeping watch over : their flocks—of the story their fellows had to tell of the event that took place This is | rified. Closing Remarks by Miss Ma! i president of the League, P. H.» thers, Sr., Supt. of Sun and the pastor, Rev. Wm. A. S ing Song—Abide With Me diction—Rev. W. E. i Pastor, Emanuel Baptist Ci MAY SPEAK Wednesday, Wanuary 17 Lord, speak to me, that I may speak -|In living echoes of Thy tone; i As Thou hast sought, so let me see! Thy erring children lost and lone. And the shepherds returned.—Luke - did ye never read, Out of the] swer. ; ‘ th of babes and sucklings thou hast | bankers and big financial men hold a Oné cannot escape the wonder what reception for him? You answer. And DEN TEXT: Behold, thy King] if Jesus came int , we know him? into the pulpit? This was indeed a big 1 marked the bringing together * group of high school Matthew 21:5. listen to Heaven’s best news.— O-feed me, Lord, that I may feed Thy hungering ones with manna sweet.|craduates and students © gr St College to pay a_ hie’ LESSON BROUGHT DOWN Monday, January 15 “Who is this?” Who is this Jesus of now. We thank Thee that Jesus does|he be seated? If reign supreme in the lives: of millions |the court rule in his of men and women around our world,|be guilty who evidence their faith in service and} Ii his f leadership on behalf of Thy kingdom. |air of the General ( May there be increasing fruits in the|savory fumes of their lives and characters of other millions|the General Coniere that a world now dismayed by the | Committ rampant power of evil may be con-|but candidly ‘M vinced that “Jesus shall reign where’er | officer, did at the sun doth his successive journeys | H s been | of open ds persist e shoul 1 we run.” May all enemies be put under |do not inter or you to taint the air his feet and the races of men in Thine]of this Gene Conference wit ; ede Mos NS own time crown him Lord of all. To} fumes of his exhumed remains.” After his name shall be all the glory. Amen. |this, cancel his creder and send him back to Tennessee just a mere DAILY BIBLE READINGS ordinary laymember of the A.M.E Church under regular BAD standing. @ “And Jesus saith unto them,|the Carpenter of Galilee? You ah) a Matthew 21:1-I1. —Annapolis, Md If Jesus came to town wi T. Matthew 21:12-17. ! Wee ES = ~ W. Psalm 45:6-11. SUBSCRIBE TO Pauibuvehes wound]: Lar Realm 2451-10, THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ) Would we invite him st f World We Rec. s) “Pealm 211-12. ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY is disciples? One wonders.) ~" . fecly Let The People Praiss Him ourselves his discip —The 20th Century Quarterly eae Boats" Yoae(8 tes RADE Eases SS Nazareth, this man of Galilee, this Son OUR CHURCH Press. in Bethlehem that night. ‘ oO strengthen. me, that while I stand Behold, I bring you good tidings of |avoid wondering what manner of men Firm on the Rock, and strong in Thee, great joy, which shall be to all people—} those same shepherds were thereafter. It is impossible to believe that they were Consider, today, all the people in the }ever the same men again. They might world who are singing because of the|not understand, but they could never birth of the Babe of Bethlehem. Wom- | cease thinking about it. : anhood, the world over, is enjoying a little more of the beauty of life be-] about Thy life and work that I cannot Even among the] understand, but I love to go on think- non-Christian nations the emancipa-|ing of ‘Thee. tion of women is going on because of | through my dulness and let me see the | Christian influence. Little children have | star again and hear the angels’ choir. Dr. S. S. Morris. Whereas these young people will gates to the general con lwill elevate him but are plu him and our own fou district friend, Dr. A. V another choice of the great Methodism. REV. WM. A. of God? Who is he and what has he to business, denominations, “Who unemployment, huge profits, “cash and munitions, politics? But John P. Robinson, he says, “They aS know everything down in Judee. After the last world war, when our f} boys were coming h a general is repo “What the world n “What,” asked the By John R. Ewers all the strange questions ever} say about war, is seems most strange. Crowds are apt to be super- psychology often goes Majorities may not always ex- he will of God. Lost cause I may stretch out a loving hand To wrestlers with the troubled ‘sea. : Dear Lord Jesus, there is so Church Paper ¥ in Every Home ion—it is the great day. of the usalem is packed with pil- t temple is thronged by de-’ peror. cause Jesus came. In some way, break i, MRS. GLADYS § “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates f Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” On the subject, whether or not Mr. State cane fe hea eet oom Ira T. Bryant is the rightful head of $3.50. our Sunday School Union and is there. si Coste 400.00. Postage exten by a general officer, his sueEener Sit ae Sa - renn, are blowing both cold and ret enter eo hd aye contended in the courts Write EDWARD C. DEAS and the courts ruled in wena This was a victory (?) 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, By A. Lincoln Criglar id: | hot. rfed to have said: ; eeds now is an em- that he was, startled | their favor. ===== DSC09067.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE FIVE i dah aOR SS SS r 7 Nearly every time the Churchman ot r all these Elsewhere in this issue of the Christian Recorder we are re- PRESIDENT FRANKLIN DE- al Property but Lar i j . aa lano - Roosevelt ‘ Passes thru the beautif: i i BIRTHDAY GREETINGS sey ee Printing two articles on the ee that the present plan 18 un- f , : Bees Spponnted in Cincinnati ene is a Bir MEMBERS : : : economical and does” © power of one’s | United States Attorney General cinnati he meets with some old ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS church press,—one by Dr. Albert oes. not’ help ccrue to the church|member of the U. S. Supreme , Preacher, lec- ae : ; turer, journalist and world traveler, enthusiasm, interest, | Court. Aside from being a bril-|Gordon B. Hancock. He was on his nal spirit, loyalty and |liant and able lawyer, Mr. Justice | Way to Detroit to deliver the Emanci- the bishops and edi-| Murphy is a member of the Board | 2tio® Day address. For several years ch an intensive pro-Jof Directors of the NAACP, |‘ Allenite and the Benedictite had either the paper or the church, Futhermore, alt of the other pa- pers of the church—The Southern Christian Recorder, the Western Christian Recorder, the A. M, E. Church Review, the Voice of Mis- CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE HERCULES NEWS SERVICE Dieffenbach, Religious Editor of the Boston Evening Transcript, oS commenting upon an address de- Entered at the Post Office at Philadel-|_ . “Ee Pane ees = livered by Bishop G. Bromley Ox- Matter nam of the Boston Area in the Bell—KINgsley 0497 Methodist Church on “Lords of Manager 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. At the A.M.E. Book Concern Bishop D. H. Sims, President Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President David Henry Sims, which now ap- ;Pears for the third time. We hope both of these far-visioned, thot- editors. ards and trustees, superintenden: 3. I recommend that all stew- of Sunday Schools, Presidents of |8™€SS is fronted with the Missionary Societies and Allen | 84"-Fish federal antily 000 ts| 48ain the Uniteg States THE ANTILYNCHinc By wnward, There is no on why the press of the hould not be virile, dyna- erful. The program calls not met. And South Carolinians all. “ € ie it a better supported : Published Weekly ‘| the press vs. The press of the eee Ne the Woman’s Christian head expense of a pe - press. It must work IN A CHURCH BULLETIN] In Detroit the Churchman was met By Goicge Ay Stagletie, Rdhnc cua} Lord” dhid the cofher py Bi kon ecorder—are all managed by the ange. e heads of the|which has been received by the] at the door of the Baber manse by the writer appears the following notice anent Christmas services: “TO. CONSERVE FUEL, we will not have the early Christmas ,» consecration, cooper-| morning service, as we sometimes | M- Landfair, the Rey. and Mrs. J. D. Mrs Churchman who had come over to spend a few days. the hospitality of Attorney, and Mrs. While in the city H. E. Dudley, Mrs. Withelmena Brown and Family, Mr. and Mrs. Je Endeavor Leagues be required to | Nearly two hundred ¢ oseph Ames says: “Souls|have. We have been making | 20Wel! was enjoyed. Contributing Editors: Carlyle F. have signified their in K printers’ ink.” The soul} regular monthly payments ontwo| And the Churchman had a chance to Stewart, Josephine T. Washing- r 2 support it. Passage in the H frican M. E. Church is in}old coal bills of several years|hear and to see Evangelist Willard ton, T. Jefferson Clement, Ho- Church Press. Again we say with many of our official famil has been conceded in om An unsupported press|standing, and at the same time|Leake in a revival campaign at Ebe- ward D. Gregg, Milton §, J, {all the fervor and dynamics at our i ie 3 amy Bet Senate, wher a Ak press ; a weak press is a] paying cash for the coal we use.|"¢2¢r: On Sunday morning seven per- Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles]command that the. press is the|‘® OM!Y information they have |* ea limite € to the church. ThelIt’s wisdom to economize.” That | 00s came forward and one convert. At THE REV. J. W. HALL H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson- right arm of the church, and t about the general church, from se- } Bere danger lc ss a1 <a ‘ Bes ill b ‘ f ee Reson aty Andrews Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V. |}, - 5 MUSE ae and sometimes hostile news. |Yet to be seen whethe; yeneral Conference must of churc! will soon be on its feet]one. When the Churchman left the Weriphic. Tenn Richardson. as ae Neck Gee adequately. papers. The Church will be far}™@" Nazi influence in ih : ty revamp it and make pos=|again. yy are Was capa ye Ebe-| Miss Azalee D. Clarke, Wilmington, 1sho 0a. Z illi i . _ i poner nezer is a wonderful church. J : arles Carlton Allbritton, SUESERIPIION RATES shop : Williams Kansas better off if its officers learn di-|Will be strong enous. _ a press that | will be s N. C.; Mr Goarle et a City Council of Bishops sérmon]—- ; ‘ os Sroughly representative of a] ENCOURAGING LETTERS eS: Philadelphia, Penna. ; The Rev. J. A. 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single} .-1) _: « ; tectly through reading church | te ends of democracy : F On Watch Night the Churchman |portiock, Pastor Bethel, New York, Goes ‘i ? still rings in our ears: “Hold fast ! - Th ill S : fore. The general “a church which boasts of up-|have been recently received from with hundreds of others was on hisly yu. W. CB. Lewle Kancar Address all correspondence to: The that which thou hast. Let no man Sean °y a enIOy. Fs and in the world will have it: of an hundreds years or-] JOSEPH ANDREWS, Winston | knees when the old year went out. At City, Mo.; Mrs. Daisy G. Wilkie Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th | take thy crown.” We must not € church will profit by it. ecordine to. th “% a life. Salem, N. C., A. J. HUGHLEY, noon of New Year’s Day a group went} \rother Bethel, Philade phia Penna. : Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylyania sit supinely by and permit th Bn nt epee = a. * e Christian Recorder, Nov.| Pilot Point, Texas. Both sent in| to Cadillac Square and laid a wreath at}, Rey, G. Hunter White, Pastor : ‘ P 5 y pe S BISHOP WRIGHT “WRITES has been recent terroris 1939 renewal subscriptions. The latter the base of the Soldiers and Sailors Sth) Andrews,.Andrews. S: C.:-T ' THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 1940 ee with their RELIG- : ; souri. Ku Klux Klanism ; ee Ren Phe Wasrern Chric’ ise beeacin the Afsican. ME monument in ee of Sars 2 S-} Rev. Samuel Nance, P j i AGES take our’ crown, : . va . ‘ eprinted, e sj M " —“|Grant. Among those who made short! ture District, South C On pensions for retired minis- Carolina and mob rule i tian Recorder, Noy. 16, 1939. |Church forty years, and has been |talks were Senator Diggs, Dr. Han- S98 S = Rice or We are the mother. If the great, ters, their care, and suitable pro-|sippi. These should a 3 eae ; Dae WEEKLY THOUGHT wealthy, Methodist Church must | vision for wido ws and orphans .jthe enactment of a federal | reading the Christian Recorder |cock, Mr. L. C, Blount, Eddie Tolan,|,. Rey. R. L Spencer, Pastor St subsidize thei ¥ es \thirty-two_years, Thanks. and the Churchman. Paul, Senatobia, Miss. ; cs ok ubsidize their organs, no argu-|He has been deeply imprest by |aganst lynching. Law, or ; White David, Emanuel, New Yorl = * A 4 . e om POINTS The Church t the formall a, mes | 171¢rt is necessary that the Afri- the multitude of voices Beir in decency, morality, lo “ POINTED THE REVEREND R. H. HAR- Se oe ee City ig | me y> 7 opening of the headquarters of the 75] _ can. M. E. Church should do the heard You will be whatever you resolve to be. Determine to be something in the 5 esas 3 world and you will be something. “| S€ntative, dignified, live and op- same. Our press ought be repre- ject. over the church on the sub- It is encouraging to note|lynching and mob law the bishop has put himself square-|likely ensue. religion are on the side oi STAR* OVER BETHLE- bert, P. E. of the Phoenix-Albu- | Years of Progress Exhibition. Several querque District, Colorado Con- ference sends a copy of his district |life were on the program. high ranking citizens in state and civic Senator the oldest pa have in the w ator | piled high with w« 4 : i i m,’ a Christmas Cantata was . : 3 Charles Diggs, Senator Allen Luding- an has been afield since oyes aye pati 9 anglais erate above the : level of flam- ly behind the movement. He isa] All are called upon to Mei. the) Senior Choit-of schedule. His motto might w o aR REAR Ch cles tationess daa’ the man (aIORL HAWES [i represents the Kinglos ot God, ee the NAAL irst African M. E, Church, |P¢ that of the Christian Recorder: |ehucchman. He heard Dr. Hancock| ‘the Churchman was happy to serv ms <_| It represents the kingdom of God, ing, deep piety and rich experi-|for the support of you i - Ree *|*No retreat must be beaten this deliver a brilliant Emancipation Day] .+ zion, Philadel; : jthe highest, the noblest the best ee For twenty-seven years he | sentatives and senator See ee Babes year.” The beloved C. L. Upthe-| address at Ebenezer. so hlshe stead j in i : z 24. e pastor ey Sa UR er ee WEEKLY POEM Editors should be free in inter- lsolemn duty of the church Beer i grove heads the district. Faith who has been preting news was Editor of the Christian Re- and expressing | corder. operate as never before. Reverend J. A. Dames who ful and loyal F. E. Stephens is at Next day on back to Philadelphia, was present and the work of sending forth weekly | 41, successfully about ten at St. James, St. Louis, Mo. ristian Recorder wishes nd Mrs. Dames well in their eld of labor. service opinion. We have just laid aside the last report made by Bishop |p NEW YEAR’S PROMISE It is well to face the facts now |ing and mob law must be Tucson, Arizona. i ; ! efore it is.too late. This is an|ed in an enlightened Chris! “What will the New Year bring,” said] Wright in 1936 as Editor of the age of emphasis upon social se-|mocracy, “in the land of t oe Christian Recorder. After twen- curity. The government is spon-|and the home of the bra\ “A happier age to make?” : Z eee ‘Ns inore! of faith in have to ee ty-seven years in office with soring it. Flashes come over the sions, ¢ “On the Sabbath, as His cust WOMEN’S EDITION A special Women’s Edition of the Christian Recorder is being planned and will appear in next week’s issue. Editorials will be Jesus went to church!’ I LETTERS TO THE EDITOR eee ee THE LIKENESS OF YE EDI- tor which recently appeared in the Pittsburgh Courier was the means £ ich d fit: 5 2 SS of being located by any old: cote written by Miss O. M. Diggs of hak Fagin e ea’: Than you will dare to take, years of = rich and __proit-/ether waves and we read about it EDITORIAL OF THE wes rade Lloyd Morris, Wichita, Kan-|] gy. Chicago Bee and Mrs, || The Rev. Harvey ame No more of faith in what’s to be able experience behind him each, lin the daily papers. We must THE HUNDREDS OF sas, The two served in Com-|| p.H. Sims of Philadelphia, Penn- Bee yc Stagleton: Throughout the year,” said I, all, and everyone of his recom- admit however that the “Hawkins mas Greetings received by ‘ ' : i i icles will be ; : ; ; E TED ies “TD” “M” respectively, |] sylvania. Special artic While reading the first issue of the “Of patience, or of strength of mind | mendations fell upon deaf ears in A CHURCH SUPPOR panies “I” and P re ; : : ; ote contributed by Mesdames Mary “ er,” eyes fell upon CSI BN Lethon Plan” failed because the pastors PRESS or which bore appropriat |aath U. S. Infantry at Camp Mc WTELcay Wovkaca' scale Mecsatio (| 2002 ren ny payin ply. the General Conference and were| did not raise and report the ten i : Bee oreatest 1 messages in poetry and! Grath, Batangas, Philippine Is- Pee Sele Mickel: =o wat “ am ee i Coen e gr A eroackty ate e E “What will the New Year bring, you |*urmed down. We reprint them: cents per member. On the other! “! believe that the g erhaps he was fascinated lands and taught post school. Mr. Morris is now in the postal serv- ice and is a member of the African M. E. Church in his home city. tO Crystal Bird Faussett, Lucy M. Hughes, Christine Smith, Bertie DeLyles, Wilda Robinson, and others. The work of the women of the church will be featured in of the Christian Recorder, which has come to my door for the last twenty- five years, I have always enjoyed reading it, and anxiously await its ar- rival every Thursday , Back in 1926, I here in order that the church and delegates might read, think and know. “Give light and the people wil) find their own way.” — ask, Your happiness to make? No more of honor to the task Than that you dare to take. s What glories shall the New Year hold hand a beginning has been made. |S°0S why our papers * , As the bishop writes: “IT CAN | ter supported is because * * eal BE DONE.” An organisation|mericans do not sul such as ours a million strong can|COmprehend the respon” uniqueness of the one from Brown College. It was a picture of the College tow- e eloquent than speech. be- ize i iption cam- Fi york, *% nt | pleture and story as never est ese i gubscrip! i Editor R. hi ithi: € di and magnitude of the wort: | ‘ fore. Missfonary officers, so- ign; which was a trip from Bermuda As weeks and months go by? Recommendations BY. do anything within ohare peas i is taken {108 THE CHURCHMAN AFIELD women’s || PEt. js Ipit, I No more, let now the truth be told, |R. Wright, Bishop of South|the proper and interested leader- ied FE ican Press,” # CIPAL H. D. Skee OEE Ease ki prale < et Zane 3 us Than those which you supply. Africa: ship. There ought to have been Sates: The Centreville Industria | SSS ) evang e late Irvine Gar dividuals are requested to get In peel portance of reading the Christian Re- corder. Wishing you continued suc- cess in the publication of same Yours truly, Harvey L. Gault (Continued on page 13) i he ma Nashville, Tenn. where t ; . Salant attended the hearing for a touch with the Editor without de - It fs a giant undertaking, i i Sunday School Un Jay. i - _|receivership of the § y, Schoo 5 gr eRe haa eee ‘a the Churchman went to Cincinnati, much time an enkul ARTE I Bea eenctal Conference, Ohio in company with Reverends J. D. are necessary. isti “| te requested—The Ed mber of the Christian Re-|troweif, and George W. Baber and Mr js requ E. A, Selby. = just as much interest in gathering, ] Old work by the la Ai have bt making and receiving the ten |land Penn. He mig’ f the Altt cents per capita for the Pension | referring to the oe. press 8 Fund as for the Dollar Money. }¢an M. E, Church. urch, J Whatever system is adopted it|the right arm of the fe cde a will not work unless those who |in most instances it pent F ought be interested are interested. |@ little finger. Chur oe 0 _ The volume of voices demand-|magazines do not belor “1. I beg to recommend that that part of the Discipline that Nothing is there, where’er you look, limits the number of pages for Except what mortals write. the use of the editor of the Chris- So wonder not what Time will bring} tian Recorder to four pages be To leave within its wake, stricken out. | Brie , But set your mind to wondering Sar as What splendid gifts you'll take,” 2. I recommend that the editor —Edgar A. Guest |of the Christian Recorder should « $ 4 a Centreville, “The year is nothing but a book Of pages, spotless white. ===== DSC09068.JPG ===== (HEHEHE ns SSS RS REE EEE EEE IAS Re ee THE BUDDING YEAR true that we are what we think we The year is in the bud now! , Its petals will unfold When spring is on the locust bough, And sunbeams flaunt their gold. The little year begins to flower When April warms the ground. The crocuses reveal Spring’s power, And miracles abound. they think they know. Marks of ligious growth in grace, manifests alness of character. There will more usefulness, more tenderness > bends down because it is ful What promises are hidden Within the bud of time! What happiness will bless us when The bells of summer chime! Sorrow may feed upon the heart Of the unfolding bloom, But the bluebirds of joy will dart Through grief’s encircling gloom. pillage his children and I find that grumbling Christian, than of His grace. Will any malign another because he is able The little budding New Year Looks up to changing skies. To us life’s meaning is not clear, We face with courage and delight But hopeful thoughts arise. The mystery time holds, For day will always follow night As the new year unfolds! —Annie Campbell | a, a SNAPPY STORIES except his own little war pets. reference to our election of bishops 1940, I do hope that, “to become come a great rascal.” As I look upon the empty pews, rrive at this conclusion, rouble with the church too many DEALS. AS THE EDITOR SAW IT “We are pleased to announce that the cuclone which recently blew over the Presbyterian Church did no real damage to the town.” THE PASTOR SAW “Did you see my two new diamond rings I got for Christmas,” ed the minister. “Yes,” he replied, “I saw them when you put that nickel in the missiona ry | soldier cares when he is sent where hi collection.” FACTS AS PRESENTED BY ST. STEPHEN A.M.E. CHURCH Enid, Oklahoma 3 A VOI ere ae eee ee And he answered and said unto them, “I tell you that their peace, the stones would mediately cry out.”—Luke 19:40. I have stood for the past thirty years and as I stand here cold and lonely, I| writer about whom the Bishop has have never before found it so necessary | doubts as to his ever being regularly that I speak; I hear so much of the transfered to this work. accomplishments of the ministers of say represents the tinanimou: different churches; how souls are be-|all three of the Pacific coast confer- ing saved, class meetings growing and ences, viz., The Puget Sound Confer- of their many admirable qualities, that ence, the California Conference and the I long for some of these blessings to}Southern California Conference. We fall upon. St. Stephen,—that enough | wish to affirm that since Bishop religious feryor could exist—that would |W. Williams has traveled ov permeate into the hearts of its mem-Jend of the Fifth bers. It is true, I notice, that a man’s | several times during this quadrennium, usefulness is about past, when that}and has visited every charge in each man and his friends are continually |of the three Pacific coast conferences, talking about the great things that he many of themon several occasions, and has done, and he should be so re-|has used the greatest care and wisdom warded by keeping him in such a po- sition that he can and will torture his few working laymen. It is not what we |of these Pa have done, but what are we doing now, pressed 3 should be the uppermost question with. three conferences, to remain in the in our minds. The sheep js not for| Fifth Episcopal District and have Bish- the shepherd, but the shepherd is for}op Noah W. Williams returned to this the service of the sheep. It may be] work for another quadrennium. No} im- er this cific coast conferences, ex- in unanimous votes by the but I don’t know many who know what self by its simplicity—a greater natur- especially some]. Pastors, is more greedy of God’s goods, help him, to do the Master’s work? Yet alas, how common is this heinous. crime amidst men of eminency in our church,—it is sadden still to be forced} to admit that all that eminency, wants is that all the war-dogs be muzzled, great man it is not necessary to be- I really hope that the ensuing Gen- eral Conference may make few or no mistakes in getting laborers to ad- vance the cause of the great A.M.E. Church. by electing God-fearing men, that our local churches may escape the tyranny of a dictatorship to which many of our churches are subjected; for the leader whoever he may be, is but an instrument to be used until he| _ a lady ask-|is broken and then to be cast aside ; and if he is worth his salt he will care pointed M no more’ when he is broken than a Trustees ii life is in forfeit in order that victory, may be won “Let the Church move on.” ' —Lalla M. Johnson CE FROM- THE FAR WEST We, a committee of ministerial dele_ , if these should hold|gates from the far western end of the Fifth Episcopal District to the General Conference can not afford to remain silent under the misstatements of a] Caro in selecting and appointing pastors,| f ; that it is the sincere desire of all three|the secretary of the C also a copy of are, | Te- |) it- befentire Distri of} and plans + conscience—more peace, more humility] setting of t —for ‘when full corn is in the ear, it} Detroit. l? The} Lord never lends us his power to] fe the to £ Stewards Choir _ League Rev.. M. is |. A. Electoral College, and to certify them | fo the General Conférence, when they were regular in all respects, simpl: someone, for. I want you to pul and — secret but five or six charges, Ministers of rence: Geo, ‘Hughes, Geo. P, Allen. Ministers of the California Confer- ence: Ralph R. King, workman x. cy Runyon. Ministers of the Southern ‘California Conference: F Brown, J. W. Price. LU ~ PAOLA, KANSAS The first quarterly meeting of this In]conference year wag held December in] 24, 1939. Our New Presiding Elder, a} Rev. M. C. Knight was here, accom- panied by his wonderful wife. - At 11:00 a. m. Sunday morning ser- I} vices were held, Rey. the great] Sunday night’ services were well at- government | tended and eve is that we have too few IDEALS and jual treat. Rev. Knight spoke high- ly of the work done this quarter. The following is a financial report for this quarter: sth “Prisstees sige Sunday School . - Presiding Elder ... E. Bryant is the inister here. Last year the in 4 quarters raised $101.68. BALTIMORE, MD. + January 4, 1940 In the Christian Recorder of Decem- ber 28, 1939 page 15, column one-under to caption “Take issue with ye editor,” _ “A Layman’s Observations” _ In this article written by Brother P. Richardson of Nashville, North i lina, paragraph 4 reads as follows :| “We have the same usurpation of | power in the North Carolina Confer- What. we]ence. Our Bishop has refused to recog. s action of | nize the undisputed returns from our who failed of election made}. Noah |a protest “to him 3 any influence over any member who was there. I did nember who to elect. ¢ I am sending a copy of the Puget Sound Con- F. Martin, Fred A. es Daniel G. Hill, le — j ry one received a spirit- De. the newly ap- L. * Be » I did not assert not instru t any Bishop Davis, Dear Bishop, mittee of the Electoral Lumberton, N.C. July 5, 1939 NE repo (29) ent leave to submit the followi dentials received and only ty, (28) persons appeared before Bishop Davis, Pr Warren Dix . eder Col © Wilmingto,, eee Presidin: 5 ig Bist North. Carolina oh As Secretary of the Cr. There were twenty-nine ittee for enrollment. Respectfully yor Signed: Warren dy COPY —_ Electoral College Wilmington, \ c Oct. 25, 1939 esiding Bishop of Conference Ntial lege Op edentia| (e College hey. the urs, Report of Chairman and Secretar a North Carolina Conference: ar Bishop, We beg to submit to you th ceedings and the results of th, E toral College of the N. C. Confer held in Lumberton, N. C. July 5, 193 The Credential fous twenty-nine (29) credentials but o:! twenty-eight (28) persons appeare fore the committee for member: Electoral (College). U; calling of the roll which we rec from the secretary there were twenty-eight enrolled. necessary for choice being 15 vote having been thrown out : 14 the number for choice. ) The following persons received tht | ‘following vote: The D. Middleton Fee Hooper aiva.:.:..... A contention arose and a secon t was asked for. illegal. Respectfully yours, Signed: H. K. Davis, Chairman S. W. Moore, Se ec M. H. Davis, Presiding Bisho? Ct er SUBSCRIBE TO Prompt, reliable service WALTER C. BECKETT 216 W. Coulter Street _ Phone: GER. 0585 Committee n This I regarded s THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER LS |] _ SERVICE is available from this organization at afl hours of the day or night, There is always a_responsib!¢ member of our organization 0” || hand to answer calls and bes" the constant attention which docs not end until the funeral servi is over. This immediate servic’ "is a great comfort to those wh? have suffered loss. Oct. 25, 1939 i Of the ret R JANUARY 21 E MOST FROM Ch, “13; Psalm 46:1-3 C Cte Cm, is. falls ‘short. tendent, to talk about ases of God’s help. } only suggested material. int 2 minutes.) God’s help? ¢ in a little while. piously hurt in a | lent, or when one i er we are not in danger. meed to make a quick decision, € Parsons did when a crowd ing Friday afternoon school ary yws, I can’t go he rememb ther, keep me from sin if anything should arise. s, I can’t go!” t way to answer this quest! simple as that. ve used every other © God as a last resor' leserve to be helped. time, every day, ¢ better to ask for God’ is ? ee Juniors should be prepared} ment? of time, with the aid of the} Questions to Be Answered three to other ideas and expressions. | ¢T? 3 EAE cle we ee T., Jan. 16. A token of help given.| Brewer and Daughter, M. M. Lewis, are in a tig! y for help. ‘Think how many prayers : ; ¢ Have gone up to God when the] W., Jan. 17. Paul’s testimony. S. ree fit By. Abe T., Jan. 18. Help comes through trust. | Acton Hill, Wife and Ann, Harvey L. Psalm 28:7-9. | Gault, V. C. Hodges, B. M. Hughes, ix, Wife 5 . 19. d’s help casts out fear.| A. J. Felix, T. J. Clement and Wite, AS brea ca ie sg. 41:10, 13.]I. N. Patterson and Family, William 20. We may ask for His help. | E. Guy and Sons, W. E. Richardson n automobile ac- lospital for an operation,—these are times for God’s help and we all] S-, Jan. w it. But often we need His help " Sometimes as of school invited him to join them so ould go skating on the pond. e one day of the year when the be perfect,” they said, ve that they were probably ia He wanted to go along; he] Noah W. Williams, 38 he could explain it to his]A. Fountain, Cc. C. ‘Alleyne, he was getting along in his}Henry Sims & nae easing > t in spite of all this he said, ] Bishops Edward J. Howard, J. =, “ flow and turned on|per, J. A. Gregg, Bishop ani Ss and went inside the school- idn’t think about it at the S. Smith, ered afterwards | mingway, the had said his morning to- da feeling that he would | Adams, dt feeling that made him say, can we get God’s help? The ion is} R. X (igh it jon’t Jr, ee tor Eee ne Samuel R. Higgins, C. S. help and | Pres! t we | Presi God | dan, nt only the hardest cases of | D very 1 | helper? There are many forms of worship, all of them good. Annie wor- ships God morning and night by say- ing bedside prayers. alongside of his father when the Bible breakfast. Arthur worships as a part of the Sunday School program each eds help as he goes along | Sunday. Margaret worships as she sits e? The answer is that|in the church service with her parents. Some need help more | Louise thinks she gets the most wor- , for not all have equal] ship when she sings in the Junior Choir. natural ability to get along | David makes his high point of worship ities. It is a very foolish} the times when he leads the Junior hinks he can work his| Christian Endeayor meeting’ it of doubt, disappointment,| ¢ ess, sorrow, lonesomeness,| all these children, for he was their d a lot of other things. | minister, and they Were in his Junior dence on other people helps | society. “There is no doubt that all of such as going to father, } you worship jn these ways, and that all ther, pastor, friend,—eyen| are good ways,” he said. “But I would There are| like to know some boys and girls who times when nobody can help| would find it possible to worship ‘in- And the great truth we|side’ even when they are in the school- to talk about today is that our} room, or on the street, or at a convert, leavenly Father is more than]or listening to the radio, or visiting a to help us whenever we call. | friend. es He helps us even when we] as never to be very far away from the touch of God’s hand.” s| Tanner Moore, Hi THE CHRI —_ I 3. How do we worship God, our Joel worships read at the close of each morning’s One day Mr. Perkins was talking to I think it’s possible to live so How true was Mr. Perkins’ state- 1. Does God help all who call upon 1 Sam. 7:12.) T. Acts 26:19-22. Heb. 4:14-16. Helper. Matt. 6:11-13; Ps. 46:1-3. isti Id | W. W. Harris, and Family, J. Bennett —Christian Endeavor Wor pet THE EDITOR ACKNOWLEDGES George W. Maybanks, Hiram S. and THE SEASON’S GREETINGS FROM THE FOLLOWING: BISHOPS eve, N. Y. Tookes, Sims and “Donald Duck.” GENERAL OFFICERS: Chri Rev. and Mrs. L. H. Hem- Forei iss, Dept., Dr. Home and Foreign Miss L. L. Berry, Rev. and Mrs. Eugene A. Editor J. H. Wilson and wife, Rev. and Mrs. John H. Clayborns, Rey. and Mrs. C. . Abington, A. S. Jackson. PY ORESTBENTS | President and as tt, President and Mrs. Hoantl President and Mrs. Long, Jr., sident H. Y. Tookes, Chancellor, dent and Mrs. Frederick D. Ex President and Mrs. E. F. G; A. Fountain, Jr., ent. ey AND MRS.: aes erbert L. Dudley. land Wilson and Es- DOCTORS: Rel wife. ther, Wilburn J. Pinkard and Prof. and Mrs. E. A. Selby, Stewart, J. G. Robinson, The N AN RECORDE MESSRS: George H. Hampton, J. B. Deans, N. C. Mut., Phila., F. C. Raffensperger, John L. REVERENDS: Henry P. and Family, Samuel Maguinezs, J. Leo Pottinger, Wm. Dorsey, The Collier Family, J. Valentine, P. D. Kingins, J. Campbell fi i i ‘kett, Howard L. Moore and Family, ‘he followi: Him for anything? 2. Why do some, Beckett, 1 a It ae people never know God as their help- |] Eugene Thompson, R. O. Napper and 3. How can God help us when] Family, F. L. Bouey, John S. Bryan, it? 4. How’ can we] D. E. Rice and Son, D. Ward Nichols, i Id talk for two or|we do not know it? 4. > cle Saar ra prepare to get God’s help this week? know when we need | Daily Verses i fe fo There is a big tempta-|M., Jan. 15. Help for a nation Deut. 4:5-7.|J. E. Reese, F. F. Wardean and Susan, W. C. Crawf and Josie, I. W. Wilborn, Robert Pope, S. L. Greene, Jr. and Family, Moten, H J. Miles, W. D. Johnson Mother, E. W lock, A. H. Hart, C. P. Jones and Family, W. A. Davis and S Sun., Jan. 21. Topic—3. God, Our} Russell Brown, H. Y. Arnett, J. W Armstrong and Family, M. C. Kni if Brown, Samuel Nance, L. Saddler, J. A. Port- Montrose W. Thornton, Albert Long, } Allen Johnson, Violet C. J. G. Drake, P. E., Edward. Ernest “Monnaie,” Pear! Tyler, G. Lincoln Caddell, T. E. Har_}| D per, D. L. Davis, G. W. Smith, B. J. Nolen, Julius E. Foster, Samuel E.} Cochran, — ( Churchstone Lord, Arnold D. Nearn,| Cobbs, Fan J. H. Deveaux, Fitz Herbert Alleyne, ‘Douglas and Family Henri, H. B. Threadgill, C. C. Fergu-} and Family, The McCray Fam son, J. E. Harris and Family, C. H.|/M. Jenkins, Herbert R. ¢ Boone, J. Lewis Powell, J. Francis Johnson, Ernest T Vanderhorst, J. L. Butler, W. R. Gul-|and Ernest lins, Jr., Elmer W. Newton, F. W. Thompson Churchstone Lord, K. J. Sidall, C. S. Stroud, G. H. White and Family, H. E. Stewart, A. Lincoln Criglar and Son, P. C. Williams, W. O. P. Sher-] J man, D. M. Owens, The S. Robert W. H. Baker, W. H. Marshall, | Elizabeth M. Collins, Ruth Robinson Luther Haynes, George and Randolph | Pressley, Walker, Charles J. Goldberg, Carlton Allbrittoa, PAGE SEVEN MESDAMES: Withelmina Morris, H. Butler, Edna Harris and Family, Charles | Catherine Long, Mamie Edwards and Charles E. Bailey,| Arnita Grandy, Mary Shaw, Fannie Samuel B. Thomas, G. A. McKinnie, | Morton H. H. Black, Dantel W. Spaulding. Dr Margaret Johnson, Rachel Williams Porter, Leola M. Jones, | Jennings, Blanche I Jacobs, Marie Robinson and Lowery Winters, sy B. Holeman, Beulah A. Tanno, Sva L. Johnson, M and g Lee, Helen Octavia H Sister Addie Hicks e “Suge xertrude Dona J. A. Dames, J. B. Boyce, A Chester|'and Family, W Sampson Brooks, Clark. Thennie Baten, M. S. C, Beckett REVERENDS AND MESDAMES:| MR. AND MRS.: Robert P. 1 aylor, J. E. Thomas, A. P. Spears, A. Seon} Albert Weinerman Robert L. 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Smith, Brown, Thelma Ward, Salina Francis, Ruth Marian illie Jordan, Dorothy ‘aper, eC Drexel is | F arce Hall, Helen Rhone, miei hee ne Thomas, Bessie Coleman, Alice Please find e newal of my Christiz subscriptior Name Street or box fe ity hilt | Mie Ss Se CHARLES H CHEW, Jr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR 2121-23-25 Christian St., Phila. Fine materials, beautiful work and pleasingly low prices characterize our Choir and Pulpit Gowns State your needs. Catalog and samples on request. BC gs) Fourth St. Greenville, ===== DSC09069.JPG ===== MRS. MARIE MAYHEW | ADDRESSES ing of the year. of gratitude for some year. social outlet, but to create a spirit Christian-sportsmanship and one with the other. After this peri Mayhew gave us food for thought a few months. “Along the "Eraik” training of young ministers. A.M.E. Church, Nichols, pastor. lock presented a very entertaining pro- gram into which the Yuletide spirit was injected by the exchange of gifts, one member to another. After which all were invited by the hostess to the dining room beaxtifully decorated with the seasons colors, candles and flowers served as the centerpiece, upon a lovely lace cloth, and a full Course Turkey Dinner, from soup to nuts was enjoyed by all. Thus closing with the Alliance members voting Mrs. Daisy Garrison, a very charming hostess. Kay B. Nichols, President - Lela Marie Morton Rey. ES I A BISHOP PRESCRIBES FOR CHURCH JOURNALISM (Continued from page 1) independent journals, like the Herald, A from the “official” papers like the four Methodist Advocates, which get sub- sidies from the denomination. He wants the press independent. But the free unofficial church papers have been disappearing or merging at an alarming rate. The four journals Printed jn Boston have declined 38 per i cent. in circulation since 1922. These | of 4 are Methodist, Universalist, Unitarian, ie and Congregationalist organs. the churches themselves. may be the imprint of their denomina-|t fe: tional life. At any rate, things have |i gone so far, it is time to call the turn. | struck the common denominator and |encing public opinion throughout the It is]made its contents agreeable in all | world. for The Methodist Church to maintain | points, it would not be worth reading. eS Bishop Oxnam has a proposal. the four official journals as at present, and grant subsidies to guarantee the | a! publication of independent papers that | a: have proved themselves worthy. os __ the hands of editors officially chosen by A. M. E. MINISTERS’ WIVES NEW YORK, N. Y¥.—Reyv. and Mrs. N. T. Garrison, of Corona, Long Island were host to the “A.M.E. Ministers’ Wives Alliance,” in their closing meet- The devotionals led | €CUtives is to choke its prophetic breath- by Mrs. Elenora Rodgers was joined in by all giving thanks and expressions out-standing blessing in their lives during the past | derstand, but it seems a disposition for Many stated that the Alliance |™en who administer churches to be- had served as a medium, not only for |©Ome bound in the meshes of institu- under- r standing among the women in dealing | thing, and make it the end and not the ganda; our amiable President, Kay B. Nichols presided, and in turn presented Mrs. Marie Mayhew, returned Missionary of Trinidad. Among many interesting | Church papers of the country. - points brought out in her address, Mrs, | Besides, an official is likely to show her detailed account of Mission work on | Stitutions of all kinds tend to be static. the “Field,” making us realize that | Anything new is resisted, especially in theory is alright in books but to reach |the realm of spiritual \ ideas. the hearts of hungry, naked men, {Angel Gabriel, it is related, after dis- women and children, “practical Chris- tianity” is the key. Mrs. Mayhew ex- Pects to remain in the U. S. A. for Much enthusiasm was | have an idea and I am going to spread schools, manifested in the plans for the Pageant depicting the life | nothing of the kind. I'll take your idea and early struggles of Daniel A. Payne | 2nd institutionalize it.” in giving to us an institution for the ‘i The | sition, sublime theological concept, for- alliance will present this pageant. Fri- day evening, January 19th, at Emanuel | good things fare better. D. Ward|take them up in a period like that, for|in comprehensiveness of service, the Mrs. Romaine Port- keeping the gospel of Christ pure and | millions into propaganda. They do not] = : : disturbing to the world. . This condition may reflect the life of you will be expected to The papers | that we will often disagree with, gome- | full well that they are building and sus_ These | that make the journals strong and that | methods, the church would take on a papers in the six jurisdictions of the} advance the catises for the common |new lease of life. new Methodist Church he would put in good. |the church and then given complete | now that they freedom in their office. This freedom nizi is the nub of the business. except administrative officers questions that to put a church paper out as an ecclesiastical house organ with every- thing channeled and directed by ex- eu church | paper. It appears that the leaders value their press far more than_most of the denominations. ‘ erficially remarks se phate “|“ought to gi The churches should look to their Pan Mu rae. what ¢ Papers: to follow their ideals; pro-| account ad, it is true, a mote human fellowship and solidarity | in Sate et S Of a great s throughout the world ; adhere to Chris- Did Jesus Reis ME canned tian principles in thought and action; lwanted? Hardly- ee What 4p, ‘ : apply their beliefs to concrete situa- they needed a © 82¥e them Whe of | tionalism. They are prone to work for tions; see the meaning of religion in pepe. a church pe, the church as a corporate or mechanical great issues and detect false propa- pete ers, it interpret events in the light of ing, hobble its militant crusading, and mute its evangelical spirit and power. Just why this is so, some do not un- Kae People wp. t Tt must lead. od | instrumentality of bringing in the king- | Christianity; explain the relation of es Be Bie line dom of God. That, they say, is what philosophic, scientific, and social move- press; hi 2S Beeetsy 1 the ch h occurs and has occurred, to the grave | ments to religion; be a watchman of eae Te ApDlication impairment of most of the official me ee oo ; desires a little individualistic «1, sheet” which will confirm his Prejudices, make no new Rebate and simply contribute to his 5 ay sonal comfort, Still another short-sighted crit; “Make ’em pay their Own way! cular papers with vast circulatic big advertising are indeed able ¢ their own way. But, for obvious sons, if the church press js to | to its calling, it cannot Pay j the advancements and retreats of the Problems: spiritual forces and a defender of the faith against errors and evils of the day; espouse reforms; pioneer in for- ward causes; counsel the family in the problems that threaten its welfare 2 The | furnish information about the church and news about all religious movye- ments, and provide a medium of pub- licity for the support of all enterprises of the church, its missions, colleges, hospitals, and homes for the The devil replied, “You will do aged and the orphan. rose It was in Zions Herald that the fore- going were published a decade ago as So ends many a magnificent propo-|some of the things that all church papers do. Say it agaim and again: It is true, many | there is no agency in any church that The churches } exceeds in usefulness, or indeed equals in | the characteristics of conservatism. In- OWN pe. covering a new truth, met the devil one morning, and in an enthusiastic greet- ing.said, “I am going to beat you; I ) it!” way. What should be the purpose church press? To be a virile, co ous harbinger of the coming kingdom of God; to be a lea creating and guiding true C Opinion. It is Let the men who have awoke. to warding. social plan, high time that Methodism the value and importanc h press, and to a deter upport it without any : t “making it pay.” I virile church paper were to require 1 $50,000 subsidy each year, it woul be “paying” in a big way. Let x get away from “special offers,” ; of Bibles or téa sets, ridiculously | subscription rates, and all petty c2‘ct example, from 1500 to the beginning of |church paper. the nineteenth century, and make|the control and the influence in all the dhe dchnee Progress on the whole. But in this}churches see this quickly. May the tion to s matter of the church press, it is keenly, | leaders in The Methodist Church set | tatt abou: even poignantly realized that it must be | the example! ' free. Bishop Oxnam is thinking hard on this crucial situation. He is among 2 the untrammeled, liberated breed of | CHURCH PRESS—PARAMOUNT bishops, like his confreres, Bishop PROBLEM 3 Francis J. McCénnell and Bishop Ed- (Continued from page 1) gar Blake. They are magnificent men. | government. Every subscriber added | penny schemes, andj lift the c Whether it would be possible for | to the circulation list of a Methodist | papers to a high plane of digni them to persuade the other bishops,|paper means the bringing of just so efficiency where they can do thei some of whom are. also genuinely free | much new strength to all our plans and} work. We are in depression times but from ecclesiastical-mindedness, and the undertakings. The church press un-|the church is the one instituti ‘laity, in the General Conference that | dergirds everything. And yet we say,] ought to lead us out of our diffi comes next spring in Atlantic City, is|by the implication of our indifference and the press is the right arm o a question which Bishop Oxnam raised |to the fate of these papers, “Let them} church. Why not ask every boa” in his hearers’ minds. He is aware of | take care of themselves.” the hazards of institutional commit-| The world is wiser than the church. ment. “He who pays the piper can call] The Nazis give first place to their pub-| the church press? Why not wu the tune” is a reality sometimes even | icity drive. They consider it just about | Book Concern to double or even in the churches. If it is not a natural]as important as an efficient war ma- law, it is the way men usually behave. | chine in their dream of world conquest. | subsidies? While the church p A church ought to be able to say to In Berlin, there is a “ministry of propa- | paying from three to five dollars a man, Go edit that paper, and exercise | ganda headed by one of the cleverest | for solicited contributions, such s* perfect liberty. It ought to say, We leaders of the nation. And how do| cular weeklies as the Saturday Fv believe that this is the only way to|the Nazis finance this department? Do} Post are purchasing articles at 2 make a real journal and the only means- they appropriate a few paltry marks a-sranging from one thousand dollars "© serving the kingdom of God and of |month to sustain it? No, they pour’ fifteen hundred dollars each. —Zions Herald That means | even attempt to tabulate the immediate —Reprint from The Christian write things | returns of their efforts, for they know corder July 6, 1939. society of the church to include a year in its budget in adverti its present provisions for church imes vigorously, but on the other hand taining that intangible thing call SUBSCRIBE TO THE ff we had a paper in which the editor |“morale” in Germany and are influ- CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian Recorder 1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. ! Please enter my name as 2 "°" subscriber to the Christian Re corder for one year. Am enclos ing $1.50. Name ....... Street or box City If in Methodism today, there were one one-thousandth as much un- In a measure it is true that the things | derstanding of the value of publicity || bout which men disagree, in religious | and faith in the instruments of propa- s in daily journalism, are the things|ganda as the Nazis display in their . 4 What is the purpose of the church I should like t see the Methodists, press? How should it be sustained? |) j Capetown, South Africa nearly 28 years my brethern onference ; Anuates, widows and orphans. I think | superannuated preachers, and still no- [ can speak frankly and from an en-| body hurt, but scores be made happier. tirely objective point of view. In the first place I am approaching the age]ourselves. Our preachers get at best " when men are superannuated. Most of|but poor pay. We now have advanta- * the men who started in the ministry | geous position, who represent the great Mrs. th me over forty years ago are dead.jmass in the general conference must he others like myself are beginning|take it as our bounden duty to do something better than we now have. The plans should be not mere generali- look back those forty years. How} zations, based upon emotions only, but nbitious we were! How we looked} concreate, hard boiled, common sense. And I hope some good preacher or lay- on small work, doing hard and}man or lay woman for that matter will not only come to the general confer- poor pay. Some have had sadJ]ence with a plea flor a new office, sag une, some have lef® wives and]|with a plan which is so business li! : n who have suffered. One of} and reasonable that it cannot be turne: friends in the hey day of his|down. I am for it. Thank you, was pastor of 3,000 people, got Editor. 500 salary and prerequisites and 2 candidate for the bishopric. One f said, “Old Man, buy a home; out some insurance. be old men and some are already iperannuated. : bright future. But most of them are crificing work for the Master, s to eke out a living. HOP R. R. WRIGHT beneficiaries—our You can’t higher unless you are made a and I confess I don’t see your He was defeated. ee years he was “aa xf his wife, she was scrubbing the Alle know the story of the promi- der who dominated his con-|was the 0 or 30 years ago; now super- of the and almost forgotten. What | that the not only as an older minister, | odist. a bishop. I have been one of | found nate few—there are now only was out of 8,000 A. M. E. minis- ‘whom has been entrusted the of the church. And I am|bers of one of my colleagues will pal Chu I shall now write. Be rai regularly. If we church, erannuated we will get half | one wo hat is about $2,100 per year. we retired some bishops on full Our widows will get $25 per church. te States Senate w: Few know that th . ed for higher Jearning in America why he or THE Yours, R. R. WRIGHT, JR. Woodstock, So. Africa ehany Mountains first Negro to sit in ide to know the history a “uot past and present, so each be able to tell the reasons she is a member of that 1d be proud to sub- You shou a eee uild scribe for and read regularly CHRISTIAN RECORDER month after our death, and each of our children under 14 years of age will get $20 per year, That is not too much, and I am not objecting to it, for after one is elected to the bishopric of the church, the church that has hon- ored him should not let him or his family become the mere objects of charity. But what I want to say is that it is high time that the leaders of D the church will do more than they have done for the hundreds of preach- ers who will never become bishops or general officers, the stiperannuated preachers and widows and orphans of our church. Some of our best minds ler, should study, the subject of Confer- ence beneficiaries thoroughly, not only in our church, but in all churches, and Present a concrete plan to the gen- eral conference. We made a start, but we have not gone far. My belief is that with a little thinking, exercising a little finan- cial ingenuity we can start very soon and guarantee our superannuates from $25 to $250 a year; give widows $50 to help bury their husbands, and as high as $120 per year or $10 per month. After a careful study of our gged” for a “little space” from me. | resources I am quite sure that can be ‘find myself “begging for a|done without hurting any body. And pace” from you to say some-|as the years go by the amount can hich has been on my mind for be \raised so that we can pay our: years, and about which I am superannuates as high as $300 per year, ed to see so many of our leaders ,and our widows half as much. We can expressing interest. It is about our j operate a home for our old ministerial super-|couples, with separate provision for My belief is that we owe this to MR. W. P. BAYLESS (Continued from page 1) z In less} know that Bethel is the oldest Negro dead. Last I] Church in Pittsburgh; few know that it was the first Negro church west of A that Bethel A.M.E. Church in St. Louis} first Negro church started west Mississippi River. and Few know the United as an African Meth- ¢ first school founded by Bishop Daniel i Methodist. Payne, an African : : “To acquire this information mem the African Methodist Episco- icient race hould have sufficien , at their of Mr. 2 PAGE NINE 7] _ Hae Recorder. It is the mother of |White Hall Church Sunday January Negro newspapers and has been pub- | 2Ist. lished regularly each week since it was] The pastor and wife were recipients started back in 1848. If you have one | of several delightful affairs during the iota of race pride you will become a holidays. They were dinner guests regular reader of The Christian Re-]of Mr. and Mrs. George Bonds Corder. This will result in fuller] Christmas Eve, Mr. and Mrs. Willie knowledge of your church organiza- | Williams Christmas Eve night, Mr. and tion.” Mrs. Charlie L. Whitmire, Christmas ay. Tuesday was spent with the NINETY-FIRST ANNIVERSARY | members of Little White Hall Church. DONORS AND NEW They left Wednesday for the lower SUBSCRIBERS part of the state where they were also royally entertained until their return Mrs. Elizabeth M. Collins, But- Sunday evening which was climaxed Popa 59) ssn $1.50 | by the lovely dinner party enjoyed with Mrs. Laura D. Johnson, Balti- friends at the home of Mrs. Jessie more; Ma ee Ae a 1.50'| Herndon. The Rev. M. E. Bryant, Paola, Rev, White said that “he had enjoyed Manasey srt ain tide. c ies 1.00|this Christmas better than any since The Rev. H. L. Smith, Coshoc- he has been in the ministry, and that ton Oblate rk Moki 1.50|the people of Trinity certainly know The Rev A. D. Avery, Greens- how to cook and entertain,” boro, N.C. .... 5.00] He also wishes to thank those mem- Mrs. Janie Brown, Philadelphia, bers who remembered him and family PPR R559 iv ams sine ata ad 1.50] with the le gifts and beau- Dora Solomon, Oklahoma City, tiful greetings ila Bere eats ons ee miienhers 1.50 Rey. and Mrs. White extend to Mrs. Rosetta Moore, Chickasha, each Best Wishes for a Happy and Oba Bre es Perel Rat es 1.00] Successful New Year J. A. Maloney, Boswell, Okla... 1.00 Rev. A. McNeal White, pastor Lucile Cross, Jacksonville, Fla... 1.00 Mrs. Christerlene Williams The Rev. A. L. Willams, East- ws FE a Yo RE Ah WANOy LOW Mv cess «Rn pinta e's 1.00 SIMON MAGUS IN ARKANSAS Mrs. Henrietta Perry, Philadel- By Rev. P. L, Johnson, Presiding Elder ila e Pema ce yatta ad 1.50 Forrest City District The Rev. Emmer Henry Booker, — -- Reno, Nevada ............... 1.50] The Great Editor of the Greatest Dovie Jeltz Page, Enid, Okla..... 1.00 | Periodical in the A. M E Church Mrs. G. A. Holder, Oklahoma The Christian Recorder, writing in the City Om aie ots kas gue c ss 1.00 | December 21st is f the Recorder Mr. Hughes W. Darby, Chatham under the editorial, “Simon Magus, Center, ON 268 iio essa as ies 1.50 |took high ground on the question of Adella Cagers, Spokane, political purity in the A. M. E Washington .........-..-.++ 1.50| Church. He stated * on Magus Mrs. M. C. Aldridge, Washing- lived in the Ap sere fo DAG Viens hy 1.50} Church and n the TRINITY A. M. iE. CHURCH Spartanburg, S. C. In the absence of the pastor Sunday morning, the pulpit was filled by Rev. C. H. Sconyers who brought us a wonderful message from the subject “The Unchanging God.” The service was well attended. Rey. and Mrs. White and Albert, Jr who were visiting relatives and friends in Orangeburg and Holly Hill, S$. C returned Sunday evening and : he preached and conducted the watch night service. Our first Quarterly Conference pre- sided over by the Presiding Elder, Rev T. H. Addison, closed on Dec. 19th with good reports from all auxiliaries and the Elder paid out in full The S. S. Christmas Tree for the pupils Christmas night was an enjoy- able affair this having been the first one of its kind for some time There were quite a few boys. and girls home from college for the holidays nd attending service Sunday. Also A. |three young men from Greenville, S C. who are students of State College They were all greeted and welcomed regation fies cont of Rev White who was very ill in Holly Hill js some what im- . is writing. We also have proved at this writing veo quite a few members and frien he the sick list and we pray for each o' Divine G “Simon Magus appeared 2 d $10.00 a er be that a and offerc conventi should a certain b defeated. He is in the church he will tend the General Confe Detroit and will at t to buy. the ly office of the b i Well, I do not know about the convention Editor ingleton mentioned, but I do know th: non was pre: at the Arkansas Conference of the A. M. E. Church , met in Bethel Chur Rock, November 1, 1939 however, wa Sin Little his Simon, re liberal than the by Editor Singleton. non mention He asked the men to name any amount and he would pay if they would only ve ainst G. W. Blakely and W. T. Eskridge. In one instance, he waved three five doflar bills in the face of a minister and told him that he could have that and more if he would only inst Blakely and Eskridge, In yote ag: another case a brother was asked what he wanted for his vote and the brother replied: “Give me $7.00,” and im- mediately Simon paid off Another brother was $8.00 short in his report, Simon hearing of his dilemna came to him and told him to come to the Won- der State Office and get $15.00. Said Sjmon to the brother, “T have plenty money to spend on my friends.” An- other veteran minister was offered $1.00 wrapped in a ballot and asked to yote the ballot handed to him He replied to Simon, “I have lost all respect for em a speedy recovery. : i athe Junior Choir will sing at Little (Continued on page 16) ===== DSC09070.JPG ===== DER Nay, let us take the radiant high road : - i 1 Jemployer and employee, and an aut of the loving heart, and go on. mobile accident. The list of pea nie oe, ae Wa victims, in chronological. order together | dicati ay with st ne dicating some Progressiy. es ip with the alleged causes follows : Walter Lee Frazier, vite age, but not Sufficien ; uary 29, Eldorado, shot, allegedly for molesting white couples: i Miles W. Brown, white, April 1, Panes ma City, Florida, shot, convicted of first degree murder for killing employ- er; Lee Snell, April 29, Daytona Beach. Florida, shot, charged with fatally in. juring white child with his taxicab; Joe = pea Se RACERS PROMI TET News At A Glance HAPPY NEW YEAR THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE ELEVEN To every man there openeth A way, and ways, and the way; The high soul climbs the high way, And the low soul gropes the low, And in between, on the misty flats, The rest drift to and fro. But to every-man there openeth A high way, and a low. And every man decideth The way his soul shall go. a straight forward, preacher. He leaves to mourn their loss, a loy_ tugged Gospel}George Richardson, Hartford, Conn. The favorite hymns of the deceased A | “Oh, For A Thousand Tongues,” MILLER DIES AT 76 |ing wife, Mrs. L. N. Dixon, a devoted |“Amazing Grace” and “O, For A Faith é daughter, Mrs. Edna Webb, a son,]That Will Not Shrink” were sung. John, and one son-in-law, Rev. J. J. Rey. R. H. Gross of Hartford, Conn. Webb and a host of devoted friends. announced the following telegrams: His funeral was attended from Ward | Mayor Lee Carney of New Bedford, Chapel Church, Muskogee, Oklahoma, Bishops and Mesdames H. Davis, R. by the Revs. R. W. Watson, U. G.|C. Ransom, D. H. Sims, W. A. Mitchell, W. A. Davis, and many |Fountain, S. L. Greene, E. J. How- Jyohn H. Upshaw, Bethel A. M. E. 5 Church, Pilgrim Progress Club, Boston, { Mrs. M. E. Handy, Boston, Dr. Uriel Gunthorpe and family, New Rochelle, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. Moses Williams, Mr, Wm. R. Kydd and family. Among out of town persons attend- h ing were Dr. Uriel Gunthorpe and of New Rochelle, Mrs. Susie and sons of- Flushi Leely By Joseph Fort Newton Happy New Year! The old year is over and gone, let it go. We never travel the same road twice. Life be- gins and begins again. A new year is a new start, opening a new road. With a new year, as with a new ‘ap — GIVEN. PENSION PLAN ee By Cincinnati Pres} * Miss Roberta J, Dunbar, Providence, BRURAUEATS ea a odgers, May”8, Canton, Mississinn; ytery—1j;. others whom the writer did not get.Jard, Dr. and Mrs. D. O. Walker,|R. L., Mr and Mrs. Gray, Plymouth = . = , ” ISSISSIPpi, | ~ e in| , Mrs. fs : » Mr. a Mrs. y, Plymouth, friend, we can begin anew, dropping NEGRO GROUP NAMES shot, charged with defefiding hikceclaie, May Retire From Service The funeral oration was delivered by} Revs. and Mrs. C. W. Abington, H.|Mass., Miss Susie Jones, Mesdames grudges, old griefs, old fears. If we SPINGARN ITS HEAD fight with a lumber mill foemarehe At 65 On Funds the pastor, Rev. R. A. King. L. Moore, A. J. Spratley, W, K.|Mary Luck, Nora Mumby, Harriett walk an unknown way, it is full of sur- ‘seer Prises, and we do not go alone. way led by an old Guide. the way we do not know; He is the way if we follow Him wisely. Our problem is not to add years to] our life, but to add life to our years. It is not how long we live but how|man of the association’s national deeply, with what insight, compassion | Committee for 23 years. and true understanding. REPT SER Saas ae attorney, president. 4 The new president was NEW YORK, Jan. (AP)—Directors God is the everlasting future, said a|Of the National Association for the seer, and it is thrilling to walk a new | Advancement of Colored People today Spingarn’ succeeds his brother, Col- nel Joel E. Spingarn, who died last because of th chair- | by lynch mobs, legal | victims quietly without attendant pub- licity. : Eggleston, sometime in the New Orleans, Louisiana, certain reactionary union ee : spring of 1939, a national maritime union official, | a drowned, al- leged to have uncovered graft among members. The N.A.A.C.P, report added that — The Cincinnati Pres} ytery suggestion of the Nationa! Pensions, whereby a Presbyte The resolution follows: ister, Teaching the age of 65 : ye W) W “In the Cross of Christ He gloried, Towering o'er the wrecks, of time; All the light of sacred story, Gathers around his head sublime. - Hopes deceive’ and fears annoy; Never the Cross He forsook; Lo it glows with peace and Eternal Light and love upon his way, From the cross the radiance streaming, Adds more lustre to his day hen the woes of life over took him, Joy. hen the sun of bliss was beaming, Hopes, Douglass Robinson, EL. Blake, J. G, Drake, Dr. and Mrs. Breedlove, |T Mr. and Mrs. Percival Smith, Mr. and|B Mrs. Harry Brown and mother, Mrs. |F Mrs. Annie Ferrebee, Dr. and Mrs. L. Amos, New York State Federation, | y man, Esther Bradley, Curly Gunner, Jon Rebecca Stiles Taylor, Mrs. Rhoda|G Page, Dr. Mary Waring, N. E. Women’s Evangelistic Association, | m Alice Scott, Mary Handy, Alice aylor, M.. Cravath Simpson, Rosa Brown, Cora Prescott, annie Lonon, Mamie Driver and Miss rown, Lucy ladys Holmes all of Boston. Mrs. Martha D. Webb, 92 years, nother of Mrs. Elizabeth Carter Brooks, died at her late residence, 211 L. Berry, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune,| Park St., Thursd: Dr. M. Cravath Simpson, Miss Mae|been remarkably She had tive for one of her e was taken ill three days Dec. 7. years until Mesdames, Helen Curtis, Lucretia Free-| before death Mrs. Webb was born of slave parents The past we master by mémory. It]5 LYNCHINGS IN 1939 ON NAACP is happy because there js no fear in it.| RECORDS; 2 VICTIMS WERE We can conquer the Present by cour- WHITE age; it will be happy, too, if free of fear. Hope wins the future. “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid,” “We desire to express our jy!) r fidence in the integrity—both ¢ Bare and blessing, pain and pleasure, By the cross are sanctified; Peace is there that knows no measure, Joys through all time shall abide.” TEACHER CAN’T WRITE Lottie Henderson, Charlotte Bell, M.] owned by Pres C. Lawton, Alice Thompson, Resolu-| Major Feb. 27, tions from the Home for Aged, Mission_] Va ary Union, Women’s Loyal Union, N. —Rey. W. A. Davis, P. E.|A. A. C. P., Elizabeth Oliver Mite Missionary So , Elizabeth Carter Brooks, Junior Girls, all of New Bed- John Tyler and John 1847 in Charles City, Her parents HINGTON, D. C.—Dean Kelly widely known educator, author, riter of a weekly column in The York Age and other national © newspapers, died here Friday at me, 2225 Fourth street, N. W. on the James River. sent her North to attend school and she eventually settled in New Bedford 0) She was the oldest mem- Church, an There were five persons, two of them | has been teaching school children the : white, lynched in the United States! Welsh alphabet in a Merthyr Sunday said a sweet during 1939, according to a report made i 76 years MRS. MARTHA D. WEBB PASSES ber of Bethel A. M. E : : c E YE fer- | active t for many years and the voice. Faith triumphs over fear, and|by the National Association for the anole oS to be to the gener an illness of ten days. He was| Historic Bethel A.M.E. Church, ; ford, on ea i heed aan me emennee é a: cae 5 Best ii i % S 9 S Missionary | last survivor of tt ss B love casts it out. When fear is dead, | Advancement of Colored People, Sat- age of the Presbyterian ( ars old and just a few days before | Kempton St., New Bedford, Mass. was ]ence Branch Women’s . an Tete aR fats is dead too, and life begins. urday. a a 2 ARECGERGENGED =O leath had written his last column. | thronged with sorrowing relatives and | Society. belted ee feet ese arate In spite of ills and evil omens, an AR. ENCED’ TO Go 10 B i innsb S. C., Dean Mil-} friends Sunday afternoon, Dec. 10, at}, Flowers from the following: Mr. and ber o NaS poet Bie the pall of war and let i ed whi Salted eho PPE ING CHURCH a ji mn How d University | the Leal of Mrs. Martha _Webb,|Mrs. Charles Williams, Women’s Loya!; Women’s M.~M. Society y and the pa : ee et us trust/ molesting whites alleged. The other BREAD -— - penis sed 2 ie ee ae pian Biren ete tpt et ete’ | Northwesterd Federation of Wonien's » hope much, an : =a i tl aduate School} mother of Mrs. : S- , Spies : J is St tee Sema a far not at all. |cases grew out of difference between KENOSHA, Wis Jan AP. ee aan Physics at Johns] The body, clad in Orchid yelvet lay|James E. Reed, Mr. and Mrs. Reval-| Cl se : a Ho ae pet a pen FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP)—Fed- Arthur Wahl and Osborn D Hopkitis University, finishing in 1889,]in a handsome casket _of imported |lion, E. C. Brooks, Junior Girls, Mrs. Be aah a ate opthe Held eral and State technologists, experi-! both 21; must attend church on Sunday and taught mathematics in Washington }broadcloth and silver amid a profusion | Susie Pierce Mason, of Flushing, iL er : vh poe ane =| @| menting at Colorado State College with for the next seven years—or go t: \ High School. In 1890 he joined the|of beautiful flowers. Pansy Embroidery Club of Besta, ape Siena Be Stee nt ce BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND] fff ina aio: i smsce cai sans cotd| Municipal Judge: Edvard eno Vcclon | Coaeee Mhethe Beiter “tteationai| Committee Chairan asd Matron. She i i is E i 5 r ges Educ: a 01 vege gt V ] ee eRe Se ae quite. ‘satisfactory |heard the men’s pleas of guilty to b Professor of Sociology from 1890 to}ice. They were the Revs. P. re feed aahiorages “hae Best Bea Sh at the Woildi's Loyal S A E MO NE y ! glary today and placed them 26 and also dean of the College of|Sterrett, pastor of Bethel who paid a/Union, Dr. and Mrs. J. G. aah Vice Plast of the Elie Oliver e < glowing tribute to the wonderful life of | Board of Directors of the Home for ean fae Pa athe: Mrs. Webb; Rev. E. Horace Brown]Aged, Northeastern Federation of sates ae ee Sees ye: of the Douglass Memorial Church of-|Women’s Clubs, Eliza Oliver M.. Me. me “ d fered prayer and Rev. H. Benton Har-| Society, Mass. State Union of Wom- ris, of Union Baptist Church read the }en’s Clubs, Miss Estelle Carter, N. E. Scripture. Other clergymen present | Conference Branch, Missionary So-: were Revs. J. G. Drake, P. E. New|ciety, Mr. and Mrs. vada England Conference, W. K. Hopes, | Plymouth, Mass., Afro-American, Mr Fts and Sciences. He received his degree from Howard in 1901 and - in 1903. ‘recent years his eyesight started “him and two years ago he suc- had cataracts removed from , but even poor eyesight did not pen and he seldom missed bation for seven years. He ruk failure to attend church every § day, without a satisfactory would be considered a violation of p bation. WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS A NEW BOOK ‘Vital Facts Concerning the African Methodist Episcopal Church” Established 1898 Telephone EVErgreen 2678 JAMES H. 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Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head’ Bands and Beautifully stampe’ in F. A. Seaton, superannuate, Virginia Conference is ill at the f his daughter, Mrs. L. Fisher, erford Ave., Phila., Penna. ers, Mrs. Louise P. Rumford of d Mrs. Francena Thompson of on, D. C. spent the holidays . a ° = . We pray for his recovery. : Pastor’s Individual Communion Set SS ae Gold are offered at these ; (J. W.) JOHN WESLEY Prices. At last a new inexpensive practical DIXON {arid durable Pastor’s Individual’ Com- S * —- $19 and Neu Failles ‘aunion Set. ers the Final Roll Call Single Copy ; The case is made from high-grade W. Dixon was called from Half Doz su $6.50 National Academic Ca bakelite, the top lined with red velvet, Beion Nov. 24th, aan : NA ' Hi | fully equipped with three glasses, flay dier’s Hospital in Muskogee, : atlo ‘ emic P and Gown band inedt Gupabsee oral ah is where he had been confined for One Doz. — $12.00 Evangelist Mrs. M. C. 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BOOK CONCERN 716-18 So. 19th Street, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, ete ship needs to be taken—the shut-in, thé over phia, ane oaaaaealiea i 3 # Me z at 1, st . Philadel; Pa. Worth, Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. sick, the dying, ~~ a Be Gatvie Districts. ——————_——— irch Flags and Usher Badges and Arm "(Pocket Size)—3% x 6% x 1% inches peter a great man has fallen; those = Rey. Dixon knew him to be ===== DSC09071.JPG ===== Raleigh ATTORNEY HERBERT L. DUDLEY : “As Connectional President of the Laymen’s College of the African Metho- dist Episcopal Church, I am hereby issuing a call for a meeting of all Lay delegates and alternates, to meet in- , Atlanta, Georgia, on February 15, 1940, at the seat of the Bishops’ Council, to formulate plans and. to discuss vital and important legislation. The meeting will be held at Big Bethel in Atlanta, Reservations made in order of which the Rev. D. T, Babcock is|New York; Dastor. Please address all communications concerning this meeting to Attorney Herbert L. Dudley, at 4256 R; Street, Detroit, Michigan. Ly. Atlanta Raleigh Richmond \.. ‘Washington Philadelphia. ussell | Street, N.W., Washington, D. C. returning. Im view of the fact that we are build- ing a visual exhibit of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, we carn- PROGRAMME estly request that you as paster send of the a pieture of your church (pectal card] | CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL size), and also a pleture of yourself. of the : We also urge Presiding Elders to send AFRICAN METHODIST their picture. It is our desire te have EPISCOPAL CHURCH on display, the pictures of ene theus- to be held in and or more A. M. E. Churches and ATLANTA, GEORGIA their pastors and Presiding Elders. Leeal Commission Chairman 6051 Whitewood, Detroit, Michigan REV. A. CHESTER CLARK, Chief Secretary 311 N. Montgomery St., Trenton, N. J. pleat A ca iin NE SEND NAMES OF GENERAL CONFERENCE DELEGATES Announcement To the Ministers, and Laity of the Afri- and Electoral Colleges are requested to send to the Editer of the Christian Re- corder names of ministerfal and lay delegates to the General Conference as Throughout the Connection, Greet_ soon as they are elected. zs ings: Grace Mercy and truth from Jesus The Connectional Council of the Af-|Christ Our Lord be upon us all. The |4. rican Methodist Episcopal Church will|Connectional Council of the African meet in its regular Winter session at| Methodist Episcopal Church, is called Atlanta, Georgia in Bethel A. M. E-|to meet in the regular Winter Session |5. Recess—Appointment for Church, Wednesday, February 14th at|in the City of Atlanta, Georgia, Wed- Noon. This is to.be the most important |nesday, February 14th at NOON. This meeting of the Quadrennium and all meeting closes the Quadrennium and February 15-17, 1940 FARES TO ATLANTA, GA. “ ee eS SS Route—Pennsylvania Railroad, Richmond, road, Seaboard Air Pome Railway. SCHEDULE ‘3 Washington (RF&P RR) ....10:45 PM Richmond (SAL RY) Wed. .. 1:30 AM (Wednesday—Seaboard—Breakfast and Lunch) ‘ Returning—Friday, February 16th Hamlet (Saturday) Philadelphia—30th Street Ar. New York ........... Cree SRR RERERSERERERS of application. Pullman car to leave from for reservation make application direct to Mr. H. H. Lowber, Passenger Traffic Department, Pennsylvania Railroad, Broad Street Station, For reservation leaving Washington apply to Dr. A. S. Jackson, 1541 14th Breakfast and lunch will be served at reasonable rates, both going and OO FEBRUARY 14, 15, and 16, 1940 |Let no one come to contend for any- GEORGE W. BABER | REV. V. M. TOWNSEND, President | thing except that which will advance 2123 Cross Street, Little Rock, Ark. | our Church, No personal wishes or am- ; 4225 Brush St., Detroit, Michigan | REV. J. D. HOWELL, Vice President | bitions are to be considered that does can Methodist Episcopal Church |2. tke 18.90 : The Rey. Vv. : Fredericksburg and Potomac Rail- Pres.; The Rev. A. ‘ Pastor. 15-17—The Council Sec.; The Rey. D. .. Char Calends : a ta ey — Round Trip Regular Round Trip Pullman One-Way January 24—Orlando F; : Clergy Clergy Coach Ist Class Lower Upper Drawing Orlando, Fla. 3 “oye rom Coach Ist Class 15 days 30 days Berth Berth Roon| W- H. A. Pickett, giv" 8 New York $19.50 $26.00 $26.95 $41.85 $6.85 $5.20 $24.15] ington Street, West AC — 16-80 23.30 23.25 36.70 6.05 4.60 22.95]. -Y. ‘Tookes. ae Baltinore igo 20-40 19.05 31.05 5.25 4.00 18,99| February 14—The Comnectional ¢ ashington ‘8019.20 17.30 28.75 5.25 4.00 ae Bethel,” Aten, rh 9 i “Big Bethel,” Atlant, sige oP Tuesday, February 13th op J. S. Flipper, Pres a Lv. New York . ‘sss. 6:15 PM (E.S.T.) J. A. Gregg, Secretary. Newark ... see yeeteeeeses 6:30 PM ~ “ Rev. D. T. Babcock, p,, a Philadelphia—30th Street .... 8:01 PM 2—South Florida Confo,.. : ida Conferena, Miami, Fla. St, Paul, er yo Conf, eet 8:30AM Tampa, Fla. St. Dank, pl Sire tereeesesees 3:55 PM (€.8.T.) James Murray, 506 Harrison g April 10—Delaware Trenton, New Jersey, --10:07 AM -- 1:05 PM -. 3:49 PM . 5:20 PM David Henry Sims. ladelphia, Penna., Zion ence—Ebenezer Africa Church, 4225 Brush, George W. Baber, Pas 29—Philadelphia Conference—Ph ladelphia, Penna., Zion Make reservation on or before February 12th : Rey. A. C. Clark, Pastor, B Mich. Senior Bishop J. per, Bishop J. A. Grege The Rev. R. S. Jenkins, Sec Bishop H. Y. Tookes. Conference—\ji, ford, Del. Rev. J. w. Whaler Pastor, Bishop David Henry Sin, 17—New Jersey Conference Mt hop A. ME 1—Thirty-First General Conin, mn M.&£ to A. ME Church, Rev. J. L, Mims, Pastor, : Bishop David Henry Sims Flushing, N. Y., Rev. J. Sims. alternate to join in solving the problems of the Church ere we reach Detroit, The problems born out of Sunday School Union, Bryant’s claim to mem- bership in our General Conference which he defies, new and definite legis- lation, charters to our Churches etc., all should be worked out at this session. David Henry Sims. Music “Bishop Howard’s attitude in ant case.” General Discu by Rev. W. A. Lewis. Minutes, with three five Ms ! speeches. not harmonize with the good of the Church. f : FRIDAY MORNING PROGRAMME Devotion 1. Devotion conducted by members Z present from the Ist, Sth, 7th, 8th 7 Music ; t and 10th Districts. Volunteer suggestion for legis! Remarks by the President—Roll | Recess for noon— 3. Six minute speeches by candidates, (a) Bishops (b) General Officers. | *1" » . Seating Delegations, according to Miscellaneous—Adjournment Si registration, highest number first, others follow in order. . Devotion—2:30- Final report of committee on leg’ = ine Die. night service made jn noon session. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18th | ference and District Officers a” The annual sermon of the*Bishops|workers of Tennessee are called © delegates, alternates, all ministers and|we may take pride in the progress | will be attended’ by all in a body, and| meet at Jackson, laymembers interested in the welfare | made: yet there is much to be done at | we re-assemble in the afternoon—2:30. | 28, 10:00 o'clock at Greater Bet of our church and the coming General | this meeting. We invite every candi- Conference should be in : , Atlanta at |date for any place in the’church every |Devotion = Noon Wednesday, February 14, 1940, | delegate ministerial and lay, and every | Choir os _ THURSDAY AFTERNOON _|M. E. Church, Rev. Joseph R. = " -- «© E pastor. rea This meeting is the Tenness¢ ins, Pastor, Bishop David 19—New England Conference— Cambridge, Mass., St. Paul, R H. L. Moore, Pastor, Annual addréss by the President Address by Bishop H. Y. Tookes - The Presiding Elders, Ministers, ©" Tennessee, Fe June 12—New York Conference— M the Report of Committee on_ legislation. Other suggestions for legislation ation FRIDAY AFTERNOON jslation. TENN. ANNUAL STATE COUNCIL ’ id Lay: pruary hel A Reed, e Ane NUARY 18, 1940 il. All of the above be present, others in- ited. _ Fraternally yours, E. J. Howard, Bishop THE CHRISTIAN THE YEAR’S TOLL "39 Bishop R. A, Grant, Jackson- ville Florida Mrs. M. B. Salter, Charleston, ae Penna. d Douglas, A. M. E. Zion Church, Philadelphia, Pa. T. J. Linton, Atlanta, Georgia W. P. Carolina, Charleston South Carolina John Harmon, Atlanta, Georgia B. J. W. Walker, Birmingham, Ala_ bama C. A. Wingfield, Atlanta, Ga. d J. Leo Pottinger, Anderson, Sister Evangelist, ‘Scelina Hobbs, Prof. E. yy; Reverends J. Leo Pot- . W. Mason, Hodson Waters, _ Patterson, H. B. Gantt, J. Q. m, Charles Fountain, J. G. Rob- L. H. Hemmingway, Washing- C.; The Rev. A. L. Williams, Va.; Miss Marion Richards. George W. Jones, Springfield, fi Illinois H. P. Anderson, Buffalo, New he Mid-winter session of the York hops’ Council will convene. at J. €. McClellan, Columbia, I hel A. M. E. Church, Atlanta, South Carolina gia, February 15-16, 1940, Senior Bishop Secretary BISHOP J, A. GREGG, Prof. John R. Hawkins, Wash- ||! Sisters: O. Sherman, Little Rock, Arkansas LETTERS TO EDITOR W. T. Eskridge, Little Rock, Ark. , 1 team of journalists team-work of which the church would EEE be proud. apologize. which was organized here by our be- loved Bishop M. H. Bishop of the 2nd Episcopal District. puggled ever since. The Bishop took ington, D. C, pared to make reports but aiter a RECORDER PAGE THIRTEEN a would result in| fatherly counsel by the Bishop. We 7 cannot forget to say too much about By thus pooling our re-|the Rey. H. W. Brown, pastor of sources, the paper would carry itself] Pethel Baptist, who heartily agreed to and yield an income for the church. To give Rey. : ee . R. H. Johnson their church y nothing of its prestige, and stand-| o¢ 130 years to hold the welcome pro- RECORDER VISITORS South Carolina ing. It will pay and yield large returns. gram. After all, it was on Sunday ‘oiee The Reverends W. Y. Delaney The present system the editors are not morning that Bishop Davis, robed like v. Marion Fuller, Chelsea, New York f fairly treated, the papers are under-]a Bishop, came to the hall and preached Mesdames I. N. Patterson, R. W. S. Drummond, Philadelphia, nourished and the church has tol until men were seen weeping. It was » L. P. Robinson, W. L. ‘ good to be there. The rest was the ordaination of Brother William Na- thaniel Thompson as Deacon, followed by the communion. The Appointments Rev. T. E. Culmer, Palmetto Point AHAMA ANNUAL CONFERENCE] Eleuthera; Rev. Dayid Gibson, Bethel Savannah Sound Eleuthera; Rey. W. We have seen the vision of our|N- Thompson, Deep Creek Eleuthera; ream; two days ago we closed the} Rev. R. fH. Johnson, Mt. Sinai Nassau rst Bahamas Annual Conference} N. P.; Rev, I. N. Gray, Christian Stead Virgin Islands. Rev. H. B. Bankley, Dayis, presiding|who was transferred, was appointed Presiding Elder May God Bless our Bishop REV. R. H. JOHNSON 211 N. 53rd St., Philadelphia, Penna. —Reprint from Christian Recorder, April 20, 1939 am sure our! people here have been R. E. Wilson, Chicago, Illinois the same time in appointing the various N N. P. he first session will open at ten J..N. Campbell, Little Rock, committees as he would have done in Bal clock, the morning of the 15th. Arkansas the Baltimore, or Virginia Conferences. he Rev. D. T. Babcock is the R. H. Hackley, Des Moines, A new day has dawned and al! have entertaining pastor. Ene Hone) away to ‘their’ homes’ feeling SUBSCRIBE TO iappy. The brethren were not pre-| THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS Mr Editor: A VOICE FROM MISSISSIPPI In consequence of your sound whole- some, constructive editorials, I am obliged to send you yuletide greeting and through you to the CONNECTION. Irene Perkins; Louisville, Ky. Precious Cummings, New Jersey H. E. Carolina, Little Rock, Ark. “There is no death! The stars go down To rise upon some fairer shore, And. bright in heaven’s jeweled Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. Each bank is the convenient size, 134 x 234 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top — i a oy Fe fs bottom. The slot in the top is so arranged that coins orice inserted cannot : 1 address of th easily removed. Space on each bank for the number, name and address 0 e collector. You made a great speech at Vicksburg ‘That speech does not*cease to ring in crown cently and you made friends also. They shine forever more.” i aaa Ete eee dataes ae organ, and the oldest paper owned and My managed by our group. The Editor is finely trained, courageous, loves the hurch and Works hard day-and night iT ears. istian Recorder for fiity rty one years as a minister. d goes back to the late B- ip oa an a . - . a. a . ee reat |to give us a worthwhile publication. ie Ke ieiaae 7 aay But he is handicapped. This young ote Se Ce Hf man is-heavily burdened and merits the ee sade: Pee opal 2 support of the connection. The paper a ek ee peers. is our largest and costs more to print ia iad % Mi issippi and than any other. All will readily agree he ee ores meio that it has been greatly improved by i F es ue te the | Editor Singleton’s management in @p- een we ered M. E. | pearance, contents, and value but ne 2 ty i We ge pushing Dr. | should not be expected to make bric ch. ust like . 2 i ‘or | without straw. : 5 Saas i iat nae How are we to deal with our te ‘opal honors at ee. i push | tions? 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Church) and they agree on the following co- operative service, Viz: In communities, where the population is of such, that only one: Methodist Church jis suffi- cient, and there are three struggling churches, to arrange, that the two smaller ones, dissolve, and the members go in the one, that is better prepared to meet the needs of the community. And, also, in any place, where the CONNECTION AND PROBLEMS _M. E. Church Review | ple method in keep- hy a correct record . _ Of attendance for oe om during the year. The Of high grade felt [ a ze x Pears only once for the twelye ‘ed, blue, and green No. 1. For twenty-four names, § cents; ‘imaries. we District primaries be. i convening of our General es. Some say, it is right and say not. 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PPlied at Episcopal Districts havelof one of the other denominational a inety-six names. 20 % hrough their Primaries, and churches, that said minister be given cen! e parties for the Bishopric.jan honorable transfer to the said de- rable thing for all candidates Bishopric in those Districts is to roll up their sleeves, and Detroit, and work for the one eived the nomination in their Why not?» You asked the es to support you, in the Pri- Thus, you were defeated, and prother won and the only fair honorable thing for you to do, upport the one who won the ignation. Then wait your time. nomination, without anything like him having to go through the form of Joining the church, etc., and that at any time, when he wishes to return to his former church, and it is for the good of the church, and for himself, that he be granted said privilege, with- out prejudice, or malice. - SPRBCIAL = IAL FOR CHILDREN, DAY? ———____—_ SOME ORGANIZATIONS PREFER ; INS PREFER USHER HEAD AND CHEST BANDS res. lrith Now, here is my National thought.Viz.: I think all who read these lines, know that I am a “Died in the wool Republi- can.” But, I belive if President F. D.' Roosevelt, will come out, and say to the public, that he “DOES NOT CHOOSE” to run for the Third Term, and that he wishes to preserve the traditions of our nation; and then announce a number of his well known policies, that he wishes the nation to preserve, and urge the citizens to elect a man, who will carry them out; and then name a number of leaders, whom he believes to be able to do so, and in naming them, name several leaders Head and Chest Bands are made from pf BEER felt and can be had in either blue, green or red with whi! letters. white : have had much to say of late t “ORGANIC UNION” of Negro iodists.: Well, all by now know tand along that line. 1 am against GANIC UNION” as such. But, “do believe the Glory of God can be onserved and the church on earth elped, if Methodists would and could agree on a plan of real Christian ser- vice, by having real Christian Unity through Christian Co-operation. 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Banner Class; 17x27 inches; ‘open Bible; white letters $2.25 ‘Banner Attendance Class; 17x es; blue, white letters.. $1.00 Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department . si Junior Department No. 3. Silver-plated. ameter, 10 inches. ‘Heavily silver-plated on nickel bas¢- Di Intermediate Department $12.00 each. | Senior- Department tment For sale at — Young People’ Depar Contest Workers 76 SOUTH 19th STREET PHILADELPHIA, PENN! Size, 12x24 inches, price E. CURRY, General Manages. “\ eay-¢ Ce things to my mind. pressing things is our Missionary So- ciety. considering jt from every angle, from the Mother Pearls to Adults. ushering in of our New Year causes me to think of all the blessings that have been dear to my heart in my church life, these 60 years. girlhood years about Missionary work. The dear old Fathers talked much about the need of Missionary workers. am praising God for a clear Missionary These pennants are made of good PAGE FIFTEEN who reads these lines, and let me know what you think of them. New Missionary Mite Box No. 1 Size 54 x 6% Price 20c each 235 N. Farson Street Philadelphia A MISSIONARY THOUGHT FOR THIS NEW YEAR, This New Year, 1940, Am I am thinking of Spirit. I am thinking about the late Bishop Turner, who used to speak so much about Africa and our race group as is there. Oh. its wonderf in what the Bishop Turner would say, I learned Today, 1940, I sek ae » 19401 —— brings many ong the most its greatness, The In my something Mite Box No. 2 May be used by any department of ul “how I drank | the church or organization. Size 5% x 6% Price 20c each t and how I desired to be a Missionary to Africa. portunity to go to Air tried to be a real Missionary worker right here in America. As I grew in age, Missions, the A.M.E. to me in later days work, joined St. Peter A.M ary spirit. Sorry t ary work at that time, the cause of the missi Missions in St. Peter ary workers. Mrs. the Grant Missionary the Secretary, missionary. I was Vi der the late Mattie years and when she the City, I was made t I am pleased to accepted as its 22 years now. ning over with the and his dear wife, Stovall, work for a greater ciety in St. Peter Ch a time when the me Peter Church though was enough money nual conference. Re my Presiding Elder, send up hundre did it. Cc. F. Stewart standard and throug! pr. C. F, Stewart, sions has grown so i for us to rais M ns. Now my New Yea SUBSCR' Well, I never had the op- spirit developed more and more. old Christian Recorder, the Voice of own Church, has been a real inspiration I came to Minneapolis in 1940. I late Bishop Brooks was the pastor. God bless his memory! He had the Mission- people knew very little about Mission- to raise any money worth while for Bishop Brooks started the spirit of by organizing the women as Mission- wife of Rey. R. E. Wilson, organized the first president, and Mrs. Fred Aby, who is still a faithful say that I have been Peter A.M.E. Church filled and run- to send to the an- ds of dollars” and we And our dear pastor, A has kept this high ica, but I have the Missionary The Reyiew of our of my church .E. Church, the o say that our and it was hard on at that time. ALM-E; Church Mrs. E. Mae Richardson 137 Mather Street Hartford Connecticut Fanny Wilson, Society, who was let me die a Missionary Wo honor to be called the Peter A. M. E. Church, now have the Mother of St ce President Un} 2m the oldest busy class leader. I Neal, for seven Jhave led Class No. 9 for 22 years. Dr. married and left); Stovall appointed me leader e eside’ d : i a he President and) .i, class when he was pastor of St. Peter. The class had 5 members at President ever since, | ih2+ time—it has 29 members now. I _ |love them and they love me as their Rey. Thos. B. Stovall came to St-Ji.ger and we all together love the Church and our pastor, and the Mis- priest a sionary cause. Oh! yes, I am the sec- Mrs. Esther I.} 0.4 oldest Stewardess living. joined wholeheartedly in the Wishing our Christian Recorder a Missionary S0- Happy New Year and thanking the urch, There was mbers of our St. t $15.00 or $20.00 Editor for printing this, my first effort to write, I am your sister in Christ, Mrs. Belle Gioyer Minneapolis, Minn. SING GOSPEL SONGS V’'ll Teli It Wherever 1 Go—I0c Precious Lord, Take My Hand .. How About You? Send Orders to THOMAS A. DORSEY TSS Oakwood Bird. Dept. G. Chicago, If Stovall, who is “Let's Vv. now said Rev. h the leadership of the spirit of Mis. high that it is now e large sums for resolution is to r’s IBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ===== DSC09073.JPG ===== ae. Ain THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SIMON MAGUS IN ARKANSAS (Continued from page 9) you today. If I weren’t an old man, I} his crowd, even though he is a member would spit in your face.” Now onfof his conference, that they came into Wednesday night before the election, | the conference that very afternoon and Simon put on a big feast. He secured elected Blakely and Eskridge on the the cafe operated jn the building owned J first ballot. Showing clearly to Simon by he Wonder State Publishing Com-Jthat he was still in the gall of bitter- Pany where the Southern Recorder| ess and the bond of iniquity. It is Plant is now located. Each man, more {™y Prayer that the great editorial writ than fifty in number, many of them be. ten by Dr. Singleton, ; PAGE SIXTEEN wane ee .————___ E . \THE-OFFICIAL ORGAN- e | OF THE AFRICAN-METHODIST: EPISCOPAL CHURCH. SAAN OUR BROTHER; | = E XCI.—NO. 43 PHILADELPHIA, PA. THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 1940 PRICE FIVE CENTS ees BENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH DETROIT TRIUMPHS AGAIN ‘1TGAGE _ BURNED AT| from Campbell College, Jackson, Miss. DR. AVERY SPEAKS By Atty. Herbert Dudley EL A. M. E. CHURCH These matriculations well prepared — »| Were as follows: 5 fin®nciat Re Pe Stewards and Trustee, Processional—Sing this Morn, Choir, Invocation—(Congregation Standing) : Part IIL es Carol—First Noel, Choir. a man really |Solo—Star of the East, Mrs. E. Purvis. Carol—O Come Alt Ye Faithful, Chott Solo—O Holy Night, Mr. J. Wilson, Anthem—Daughters of Zion, Choir. Scripture Reading— Meals ranged from 60c up, and Simon] where Simon Magus lift cae SN Satis itl a ca i noir, paid the bill. Now after the “Feast of -he will meet a similar fate to that in Part IV Belshazzar” Simon invited all.of his the Arkansas Conference. Let us say Christmas Address—Rev. A. L i guests into the “Sanctum Sanctorium”|to him as Peter said to Simon of old, | Solo—Seeking for Me, Mis ee —the office of the Wonder State, andf“The money Perish with thee, because Johnson, Nene according to the testimony of men pres-j thou hast thought that the gi j : Sifts of God | Offerto: —Hallelujah i om a money bag, containing several] may be Purchased with money. Thou zs Nees ee Joe undred dollars, was brought in and{ hast neither part nor lot in thi i i _ ! ie is matter ; | Recessional—Sin thi hee Merde placed in the midst and as each man] for thy heart is not right in the sigtit Carol—Draw Nigh i ae oF aah ig pay. was sworn in and pledged to vote thefof God.” Be ah Salliford 7—Mrs, Mabel Bel] a: 8—Mrs. Mattie Hal |’ Extras .... 3 ¥ Walter Will lett, Steward Geng Betied 2 Rey. E. J. Jones for the Ministry of] The Rev. A. D. Avery, Presiding] With the General Conference only & zs enediction—Pastor; Weer a ee Pe ord |. Mt. Uni Pp to-day, the Co: i f the A.M.E.| Elder of the Raleigh District in the]a few months away the members of ticket, S é . 4—Henr « . Union, Penna. 0-day, the mnection of e A.M.E. ie ig) in a Ss av ne S ie Simon paid off. Then the last 2915 Center Street, Chant—Mizpah, Choir, 5—M aie ne —— Church should keep its eye open on] Western North Carolina Conference of | Ebenezer A. M. E. Ch e demon- instruction from Simon Magus, who Little Rock, Arkansas ts. Mildred Hook was ably assisted by other Simons, one ReVsAIe Criglar is Pastor of the | 6—Hubert Pate © the efficient. and progressive this man for he truly is an asset to|the A.M.E. Church and a candidate strating their enthu church, and Emmett Nelson and Mr. his com- i * oe 2 eee hip of our dearly beloved astor,| the same. for the Bishopric (in 1940) returned to} ing event by the spendid manner in — being from Philadelphia, claim- eae re Wm. E. Brown are director and 7—Genevieve Burden Ric Jy Fes burned He last} The Rev. Mr. Jones came to this} Greensboro last week after visiting an-] which they are gy behind their ing to be on a preaching mission in his ANNAPOLIS, MD. ganist, and president respecti i alg, Today's Collection ge Sunday, December 17, 1939} congregation when they were in a state | nual conferences in the southern states. | pastor, the Rev. ( orge W. Baber. home state, was that each man meet in Mt. Moriah Xmas Program Monda: ; Ate Cun a Ten Weeks Rally which brought | of despondency, membership low as 45] He spent several days at the East| Just recently, to wit, on December 22nd, the office for final instructions at one z. he Sum of $795.00. Rev. Jones is} now stands at 125 in a small town like | Florida Conference in Jacksonville, the} financial effort of some six weeks O'clock the day of the election. But MARION, INDIA Lon) Miieader and preacher of the frst| Mt. Union, Pa. He came to us six] West Alabama Conference in Bessemer} duration came to an end and more to the eternal credit of the men of the Part I HM NA Total for the two boards, mitude. Rev. Jones being ajyears ago and started immediately to|and the North Louisiana Conference in 500.00 was laid on the table as conference they had so much respect | Prelude—O Littl An after collection was raised ct of the Moody Institute of| renovate the entire church from bottom| Shreveport; stopping for brief visits ; 2. a go and the White Side Memorial } to top at a cost of $1100.00 and paid off}in Vicksburg, Montgomery, and At-|will be used to further pauses the le School of Pittsburgh, he also at-|a Mortgage of $1200.00. Next in order | lanta. mortgage indebtedness which has now , nation of this rally. This money ;] Our first quarterly meeting and con. ference was held in Bethel A. M. E, Church December 17-18, 1939, Dr. a6 Grand Total Ist Quarterly Conference . ‘ is ; i “speaking | been reduced from al sum ae R sided the Summer School at Wilber-|he said is a house for the preacher to] While the trip was not a “spea a = GO. Wallace, Presiding Elder, Robt, September Sth to December 17 © University and two years ago (Continued on page 13) tour,” Dr. Avery was invited to address | of $40,000.00 to approx ecei = i e wo ve to go a long way to LOOK! EXTRAORDINA RY VALUE me Secretary, H. L, P, Jones, Receipts for the Quarter fas honored with the Degree of D.D. | (Continued on page 13) a rons. i n sa bee way aera i Stewards ...... z y ind a more loyal, energet a 06 Sunday at 11:00 a. m, the Presiding | Trustees ‘ sponsive group of African Met Elder preached and administered the Sunday Schoo! Holy Communion to the members at Building Fund .. Hill Chapel in the Weaver Settle- Sons of Allen ... 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  ===== DSC09081.JPG ===== a ee EMANCIPATION DAY ADDRESS] of the armed service of the By Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom In the Old Court House, St. Louis, Mo. Under Auspices of the Cooperative Civie Association—January 1, 1940 (Continued from page 8) Ree and men do we ourselves intend to be. Our goal should be not Negro education, but just education. We should insist Jer city, on nothing less than an equal share in| the reigns of power. the money provided for public school frespect cilities. State-supported colleges, uni- sible. versities, and professional schools must} weapon be opened to us on terms of equal] civic, social, or political affairs. freedom and opportunity. 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Those who have charge of the government, wheth- county, state, or nation, hold They have small for any group who can not, or education, the same equipment and fe- | will not, hold them politically respon_ The ballot is our most Potent for protection and defense, in It has been said of us that we are »} Weeare not alien in language, religion, or patriotic devotion to We are not alien in birth and have no hyphen- We are not un-as- already assimilated in the war now spreading across the everything American even to the fading of our skin and the texture of our Here we were born, here we have for more than three hundred and come what ever fate, here solutely the same conditions as our shall our children, and our children’s No one but men|it Unite States, whether it be on land, on sea, or in the air. If we are to sacrifice, suffer, and to die, Black Americans must be able to wrap about them the flag of their country with the same dig- nity and honor that await his fellow- ee si ee ru . =. d/and. black men have developed, is and defended this country. It is | Why ae Rio a to | common heritage, With America to-| It simply stir, ig day becoming almost | S UD strife the last refuge of liberty and the spirit of econ Americans of African descent must put the climax on the Perpetuity of our na_ tion by filling it with the’ spirit’ of brotherly cooperation and kindness, f with freedom and justice for. all, with-} out regard to race, class, color, or creed. Let us take the chains that bound our fathers to the prison ot feeling that their Tights Baye boc chal, lenged. Re- by round, above the clouds of Preju- | reports showing great dice and Oppression, into the clear sun- | Presiding Elder said th light of equal freedom and equality. at this church one of the best organized churche the conference as the work 18 being gi rected by the new Pastor, Rey, Sam 7 H. McBee, who is one of the leaded SS Ss S Of FACING THE FACTS But (Continued from page 9) ; 1 ; Pastors, eloquent, industrious, chil must be a more intelligent way of rous. We are very thankful to : teaching the Bible. Just as the schools bishop, Rt. Rey R. €.- Ranso a have found new mi a He came t he h te i » yet he has rapidb. i will be largely solved. his health, and Herik 74 The pastors are best suited for that ]on new life. In the sixty days he ri service, especially is that true of those} been with us he has worked Bt roicatt who know and feed their flock. I dofin bringing the church up. Unde not mean mere intelligence, but I do Rev. McBee’s leadership, the stewards “mean intelligence with every ounce of | Trustees, and all other departments of dedicated and consecrated to the the church have raised Over six hun. service of God.—Praying “Lord use | dred dollars. We are also Temodeling me.” ee ar ee jz} the church and the Parsonage, which There is too much strife of all kinds | will be one of the most beautiful edi- in the church. This strife engenders | fices in the conference. hatred and malice. How can the church aid in world peace, when it has | quainted and favorably impressed with its own warfare within? Drs, Joseph Gomez of Cleveland, A. There should be no strife between J. Allen of Cleveland, C. A. Gibbs of laity and ministers. Our cause is one. Florida, and Frank Madison Reid of Each should respect the rights of the | St, Louis, we sincerely hope they will other. No bishop has any judicial} be elevated to the bishopric of the A. authority over the actions of a lay col-] M. E. Church at the General Con- lege. His duty is to permit his con- | ference in Detroit in May, 1940, be- ference to record the actions taken by} cause of their brotherly ° spirit and the college. Right or wrong it is| qualifications for the bishopric. We pMone of his affairs. If those elected further visualize the same qualities in are vicious criminals, it is not his to pass this great pastor, Rev. Se H. McBee judgment. It is their business, but | whom the bishop has sent us and we when it comes to the General Confer- | are hoping that he will be elected bish- ence, where sovereignty belongs—there op in 1944, is judicial Power vested in the body | that condition our evan; Since our pastor is Personally ac. —Maude Clifford KIRBY’S M-I-M Trade Mark Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. IRON TONIC AND ASTRINGENT f - KIRBY’S M-I-M is an iron tonic whose chief ingredient is from a natural source. 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Green was the of the Reverend Augustus R. cen, who edited the Christian Herald gm 1848 to 1852, in Pittsburgh, Penna, ¢ haye not succeeded in getting the + general ELLUS MOULSON CLARK elected ss of the first editor. Editor of the Christian in 1852 and served with dis- “Like his predecessor Editor very brilliant. He aspired PHILADELPHIA, PA. HOP MONROE H. DAVI ——_—_—__ “PEN POINTS” Shall We Re-district Our Work? H. Mansfield Collins This seems to be the time for various Suggestions regarding certain issues to be considered at the forth coming conference ; that of re-districting our work or our episcopal districts and the Sth District comes in for its share with the claim that this district embraces too much territory. As one of the pastors of the 5th I wish to give this brief concern- ing the same, ; For the sake of argument we admit that the 5th District from the point of territory is the largest and most ex- tended in the United States and calls for more trayel doubtless than any other. But I would have you know that the stretch of territory has little to do of members or among with the number : churches we haye. I am quite sure all who know the geographical setting of our country will agree that the Wee is the most sparsely settled in America and more so with our Race group, a the problem facing our people Pb far West has been the getting ° ee s and thereby making @ livelihood ; : large per centage of the serestesn the years has been done by Orien piscopacy but was not elected. nt west and founded Reedy ne Galveston, Texas. For the] preciable 1 the history of the Chris- 1 our readers may behold sure a and Mexicans, thus there are ee . few centers where we have an me number of people. You rr of great work done by churches and them is; CIAL ORGAN: sf COURE ARRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH. Ne PRICE FIVE CENTS EST INDIES THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 1940 S VISITS W j “ =-—i__) 1 THINK THAT a man who has, for fifty-five years, kept his eyes °pen and his ears to the ground, asa teacher, preacher, presiding elder, pastor, secretary of the oldest institution for the higher training of the race, in America; heard the first and the last word spoken by bishops at the opening and closing of fifty-five sessions of annual conferences—thirty- three of which he was the Chief secretary; attended fifty-four sessions of District conferences and Sunday-school Institutes and Conventions; delegate to five || General Conferences—two of which he was one of the Assist- | ant Secretaries; built from the | ground up, two commodious churches; erected and remodeled || two parsonages; received 1252 |} members into the church, col- || lected $12,600.00 Dollar Money | and $11,250.00 Educational Money, and now, at the age of 75, pas- toring, with some measure of success, one of the most heavily involved financially, || in the entire Connection, should, I think, be prepared to speak, || ex-cathedra, upon some of the things which vitally concerns the church and race. THAT the character, tone, and quality of the delegates to the General Conference would be greatly improved if the bishops would exercise their prerogatives, in their election, as they do in other matters pertaining to their exalted office. Bishop Payne, fif- ty years ago, refused to permit BISHOP M. H. DAVIS to the presides ir (Cont churches, an annual conference over which he presided, to elect as its Secre- (Continued on page 8) eee nea EEnEnnee! ae CHRISTIAN RECORDER INDEX THE REV. DR, A. E. ALLEN ane Mey ae CLIC RUSE MOG aL) Se. ames Adrian My? Chureh The Guin soeai 3 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania EDITORIALS: : eg, Uk The New Yeat..+ss.++ # ; seo tig for alle Unless The Bishop Leads... 4] His pastorate at historic Alen SURE Ber ale ; 4fhas been successful and brilliant, He pont : 7 4 ig a product of | Wilberforce I ayne The Churchman Afield . * §| Theological Seminary, and W estern avon 28 My oe Pode : 6] Reserve. When the Editor visited St. Rivant 2, League id James a few Sunday nights ago the News At A Glance 4 progressive pastor appealed to his con- Notices—Calendar (Continued on page 8) (Continued on page 8) UNCIL OF BISHOPS, FEBRUARY 1940, ATLANTA, GEORGIA SS ===== DSC09082.JPG ===== times even in the homes of Chi Let us fill that silence with simple and natural words that make God a real Part of home, ¥ ie Among the things we can do: ‘ace before meals family prayer active share I ‘Prive your child of knowle. the Holy Scriptures and you 3 = oe of the richest legacy ever Siven pee tens finances were for Stewards, Trustees, 'y Roy L Smith Sunday School $747.50, ©} world. Let our h b tot Forgiveness is not a matter of mathe ORE Mar : : beers . ur homes sit ; : See in the life of our Church. Regular| pine“ © built on sy. ae HARTFORD. tan attendance at worship, children enrolled Prayer: Dear Lord pour ‘ ie i Senerous spirit does no book- in the Church school. _ or a Thy Spiri Gi! 4 SUE on iy ie & . The third Quarterly Meeting and ily life in our} Pt to guide us in all T,, Every man has enough in his own | Prayer; Let our daily life in our that we may ever ae 'Y Ways $ enough in his own life} C . crence held December 10th at mae boa ledge 7, lear by a parable. What folly ior Gog|to ce ee homes, O Gracious God, be such as land Thy word Which: yi aq Thee Para| hat folly for God 3 be forgiven to make him willing : to. forgive ean A forgive otf S to} Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church by the ; ; imes, i aoe Us np . * me, if T rush out from his Tgive others, Presiding Elder, J. G. Drake will manifest thee at all times, in Jesus, in spiritual ways. Amen, OBLEM OF FORGIVENESS Presence only to take my neighbor by The worst sin of the small man is in We a ween Gah acd upward i pene, Sire areca a 4 CARLYLE F, STEWART | ‘ eer: the throat and demand the last penny !|>¢ing content with being small. through the Ieaderalfin of Rey. Richard- ‘ 5 Minneapolis Minn, Matthew 18:21-35 Peter represents the lagalist, the man} It would be well fo? the masters to] son, Wednesday, January 10 ; ame Peter and said to him, The Presiding Elder was well leased with the reports. he 24th of May 1936, Sister Baten t ler with eight brothers met at the Spirit off hers. of Bro Westly Mar heart an who wants to teduce religion and ethics} 'Member that the slaves have learned F to a rigid system. How many times}™UCh of their way from their own shall I forgive my brother, until seyen | ™@sters. times? Seven would seem to be rather No man walks with any tolerant, would you not say? A man happiness who Carri€s in his Put on therefore, as elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies kindness, humbleness of mind, meek- it shall my brother sin , and I forgive him? until 22 Jesus saith unto him, unto thee, Until seven times - | GRACE BEFORE MEALS The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call n, and we P ‘ . nued this meeting eaca week until ss, long suffering; forebearing one} We do thank Thee again, ple, seventy times Seven. 23} lies about me and I forgive him (when |“"{0rsiving spirit. July the 17th. Then Sister Baten asked upon him in truth. He will fal- ie tt an pire have a Pee Saviour, and we do come with, ae the kingdom of heaven|he tries to correct the lies). The same} “ Studge is the heaviest load any} that we would go out and raise money another, if any man € Q , gratefy fill the desire of them that fear to a certain king, who would a reckoning with his servants. And when he had begun to reckon, mae brought unto him, that owed against any: evén as Christ forgave | hearts to the blessings which Thoy hast you, so also do ye. Read Colossians—| spread before us. Grant us, Lord, Thy 312-13, ‘e grace divine; help us to live for Thee Have you ever enquired your way|always, keep us free from sin ang y * ma ve ies. man cheats me and I forgive him (when | '‘"“" ¢Ver aie Someone oug start a good cours. he endeavors to make good the decep-|. °° ie panto 4 ey od course 2 z Pats : in forgetting, instead o tion). Three times I forgive this man s = va and build us a church and get Rey. him; he also will hear their cry, and will save them.—Amen. Charles Richardson to work with us. a memory- |} They all didn t agree. 5 training course, 3 and now if I add four more pardons, ae Br Two weeks later nderson Franklin came and asked : GEG) talents. 25 But for. * 1 x me to have R Richardson at the next and had someone point to the right} Wrong, and may our hearts be wholly : open 1 ith t a ae ai i glean ees PRAYER THOUGHT meeting and t ¢ did. That meet- meen . : Thine ror tie tiesediscne. h as he had ‘not wherewith to pay, enough? But the Master says “Until By William Chalmers Covert : Be “ ‘ At Sie é the holy level to which Jesus leads? | When he said: “left”? Which did you ? y “te d commanded him to be sold, seventy times seven’—or without limit. 5 ee was hicld 2 Eedugic aturday, January a BRS ? inting hand, or the|Amen. : 2 They will never forget it. They will|fUow? The pointing e, and children, and all that |, and payment to be made. 26 ervant therefore fell down and ipped him saying, Lord, have pa- with me, and I will pay thee ali. d the lord of that servant, being d with compassion, released him, forgave him the debt. 28 But that ant went, and found one of his fel. ervants, who owed him a hundred cape es word? The hand, of course. Children 7 3 honor us by inuitating us, 4 Knew this, Experts tell us that ign h—_______, also taught his disciples. And he said Prayer: For our parents who walked P 2 x babies learn in the atmosphere their HYMNS THAT LIVE unto them, When ye pray, say, “Our]in the way of truth and righteousness, hei a Father... 22. He : we thank thee, O blessed Father. Parents create and from their examp Life’s conduct patterns are set in the | Ree ae ie : home. Our era is very much aware WHY DON’T YOU PRAY FOR ME? Jesus drew His picture of God on of! psycholosy. terme; auch 2a Caner the lines of the family. His exalting of : 2 Fee nt oes Rae ——_ God as “Our Father” reflects dignity] Neither do men light a candle, and Paap rane es Pe ee CHORUS upon human parenthood. In the Chris- | put it under a bushel, but on a can- done sbi aadons, aaery ers contrtited’ tian family children learn what the dlestick; and it giveth light unto all = E Ai the clo As often. as i re puts himself in Almighty God, our Heavenly Father, the Position to be forgiven, ee must | wilt Thou set new barriers of Thy grace forgive him—if you are a nAstian. Va bove these defenseless souls of You see, it must be a Permanent atti- 5 ;__|#8 we meet the temptations to selfish- tude i you are to behave as a Chris- hess and personal pride? May we be tian, , -~|So completely filled by the Spirit o But now let us do a little careful Thy dear Son, our Lord, that selfish thinking about this affair of forgive-| which fills life with bitterness and ha ness. Often we make the same mistake may never find place in our hearts about it that we make about being al Let love and the spirit of forgiveness Sister Baten Lord, teach us to pray, even as John asked eeting would dus to his ) the service I'am Monday, Janunary 8 blessed us called Oh, why don’t you pray for me a times, ings: and ~ laid hold on him, and Pacifist. Gandhi, in his nonviolent vic-| control our lives. May the wi . y fearful or confident. Our children can Oh, why don’t you pray for me some- him by the throat, saying, Pay what tories, does not mean at all what many | to forgive become so dynamic and Drees lt pare ee ee oe beige wr BS Hs Bese tat se face anything in later life, if early the nies u owest. 29 So his fellow-servant pacifists evidently mean. They simply mastering in the lives of nations that It is only a step from this to under- All that are inhouse. : ve Pattern is set by goodness, truth, gen- Oh, why don’t you pray for me some- down and besought him, Saying, } state that they will not fight under any}a sure and permanent ground of peace Tink oe ee ree ae ke Hecate: es oi ae tleness, and love. z : times, i patience with me, and I will pay circumstances. That is easy and soft.| may be discovered and a sense of un- Think what it means to your childja light comrades — - Prayer: May the example we set 1 : sive to the best],. = you! What parents say and do form] linked in one! What a balance results £ oes Toe ive be ee mountain and I y i: i i ! > . a object lessons seized upon by the child. } when man and wife are comrades! Tie che et : ; = He patterns his life after yours hour] What a great thing a child can be to|2¢cePtable in thy sight. Am I’m up on the mountain an fe by hour. And in’ the family the child | his father, and the father to the child! that his picture of God js drawn from ing up of one life with another—and all 30 And he would not: but went But Gandhi resists with his blood, with derstanding brotherhood take posses- “east him into prison, till he should his life. Babu Ganu, as a protest to|sion of races and nations around the ‘that which was due. 31 So when trucks loaded with cotton cloth, passing| world. In the name of Him who ey | fellow-servants saw what was done,| out of a certain alley, stretched his]on the cross begged that those th were exceeding sorry, and came length across that alley and was crushed | crucified Him 1 might be forgiven.— ae come down, S v I Thursday, January 11 ¥ the mountain and I won't d told unto their lord all that was to death. Anything less than your life] Amen, CLEV apie OHIO finds the idea of the brotherhood of] The brother proud of his sister. The 3 E a Samora a fe, G28 Then his lord called Nass is too littievin war or in a proper non DAILY BIBLE READINGS RE ap Ran ae Be e i . : ai a gee Lea i : ihe 2 Fe eel hae j : aimee Gea sae} 5 M man. He gets it from having brothers grandmother looked: up to ior wisdom Except the Lord build the house: Oh, why don’t you pray for me. , and said to him, See es As cael violence. ue M Matt. 1821-35. F. Gen, 50:1 RowAdiion: Pate and sisters. His life with them is the and tolerance, which her life in turn they labour in vain that build it. Read]. A it, I forgave thee all that debt, : Neither is forgiveness mere soft tol-| 7, Eph. 4 5. 0 TERY. first step at putting brotherhood into ca eee "a es ne ae Bey. i 2 use ame: seusagei erance by wtich syous can oe ve Lie, 2 a S. Psalm 32:1-5 : Ree Rose Club foc. i ig 4 i i i - ere 1 i thing: ch a roverbs 19 :1-11. eb arc practice. ee that ae : ae ee aie Receive the Lordship of Jesus in your I’m working on the building and I wou't feige ae even es Thad mercy te anything. Son LSS An ¢ ae BOLE Ought , a rer: e g fey (2 - : y r= fo ce ma . —The 2 < ) e , Prayer: Deak Nees Bes ed ah ie ee i th ge at church,| ome. You will thus find more Le come down, ‘ theese 34 ie Berd Ge vroth) fatal. Tees must plan er oct SPaOnTeN ates . hi Keen ack homes, we bem and rs ie circles ble ee a ed "jee ae child’s fectly the picture of God. Marriage I’m working on the building and I won't GUM iets the torcieators: (°° pares ee ae As ae Ue del VASP OUASTERLY MERTING Sell. f understanding and sympa-|in play. ( e . ~ id ; 5 = can I softly say you, ‘ £ ee hame. ya z companions? What they read? What] Wil is pans oe oe cei oa YT st at en building and I won't Ihe should pay all that was due. 35 a it’s all right”? No, that is not SHREVEPORT, LA fort in ots : vy. 5 fe E 2 j radeship. ir m working on the bu: Q 0 3 Father do i : ; ; ae ees € not Ob Gentle ? Ik he hears? ,J0Y °% com ee ae shall also my heavenly Fa' ; veness involves. You : : ys i bet: < ve i eae ie devices? | be school of religion and a Ses EE © you, if ye forgive not every one Hoe cpp which will eventuate Holding his last Quarterly meeting ¢ to order Sunday, January 7 Do you = im ie is ee on ground for conduct. Oh, why don’t you pray for me. wee ee ae hearts, have ba r Petinstizelttiose lice: Untill ‘ros the year aad last before the Annatl i Lenard White, i es - could you not be It is the Church that plants the ; ‘ in heap ; have no power'to forgive| Conference at Shreveport. La, Rev eth vere! verde bile Pcp ihe Pe) Gk ga f isti In turn the home ss 3 i ve eS an Iways | ; left all who heard him de- |. : : tk coming fath d ther, and shall cleave ! Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, bless Christian home. 2 Es honk ete Ber won't TEXT: Forgive us our you. You see, forgiveness must a way: A Pullen ee ae ents T : ather and mother, : f h today and help all that are|ttansplants itself to the Church wi I know I have religion an fe also forgive our debtors. have two sides; on the one side the] {iver a most inspi tonal an¢ : to his wife: and they twain shall be]our lome fe, “ % P = f thy}Other homes in meeting the greater come down, fe ; Seo must be willing to set things} sermon at St. Ja nes A.M coe a I agg : Frain, go ae ae wh it cacilage king ¥ oY tg E 4 Ege ai 5 ae toi say hae ed Ee aa ti ht, so far as he is able, and on the] Mansfied, La The Sait t dey: Wes ea ne I es Ander- twain, mot one flesh. What therefore Mespdom, 1st Jesus wate. Pree ideal is taught, reinforced, and fostered. come down, T LESSON BROUGHT DOWN singe the offended must be willing to} Went A Little Farther,” Matt <0:9?- |more often erdertal vehi and God hath joined together, let no man lla eae pig are Prayer: For our homes we earnest-11 know I have religion and I wont ‘TO DATE Beat the overtures, sincerely made, |} subject : “Christian sone vain 800.82" ts wha a2 ee : ; lown, ¢ . as. W ended by Many; glorious talk which gave food to put asunder, Read Matthew 19-3-6, Tuesday, January ly pray, Eternal God, and that they come down, ; y John R. Ewers and write off the injury. Sunday =“ ia Eek pdheetd | *) es einen eh Pee i ore is $s 1 2 ye) r Kaur “ ’ With what respect and reserve Jesus ; i in th may ever be firm foundations of the Oh, why don’t you pray for me. uu, knowingly, call down con- j a » unless I am| members and 1 : ar PLDUWBMES lice a's beect, cots oeenee ae a treats marriage-man and wife, the basis] Bring your children up in the ge truths upon which Thou dost build pon your own head? You] Can God forgive me 1 unless 1) Copeland, Supt. and Rey. gs SUBS cata aor - ‘ i i. iti b ; : $ sh As 5 > y sin and Sky Mr ebster White gave 3 , er sesraty In His hands, ptt Ss me Sgr Cee thy Church. Amen. (Suen ri “Forgive me, as I for-} sincerely sorry for my "the effects of | Pastor. bats POE something that would keep your heart i is a holy thing. Man and wife are| Ephesians 6:1-4, : pikates i q rai ociehe eiiehyou| catnestly. try to remedy the ahs pee Se rake oe ; ’ i isti: ii - sadly : ; os : ot think so, God's CY, IL on Jesus. Roll callec : no longer separate but merged in each] The first Christian group were in the Friday, January 12 __ =. CHEW, sr. a grudge, if you have never} that sin? I do not am es eG QUIN PU Geke tiene ke “Svar a other:—God’s new creation. If¢ the|habit of meeting in the home. In ; = DIRECTOR le man or woman who has} attitude is entirely Sid case at me ae ur beloved Bishop | were served very dainty and liberal by pins < f; “ + . ii eh eas LO 3 verloo s ctober, 1939 o lo i ¢ : : ; bond of this unity fails, all social Colossians, St. Paul sends 2 See But continue thou in the things which FUNERAL ae pile what are you doing? Wel put can he softly tated of heart, or} pecan ns (oucibastir Here, the hostesses, Bautnevy uieehig wee ; bonds will fail. We see this all too|“to the Church that is in their house,’ AB Wane learned and hast been as- 2121-23-25 Christian we cemember that Goda son who hei Sank saiecrbect Grega _ ar. eWaciiBhaios UBince ailourned: with dhe Bedediction ba . o n Piet i 1 Fé e Re . <4 . > y TR res plainly in our day: worldliness making |True family life embraces all the We sured of, knowing of | thou hast w justice requires that the} who oS Saatienes is a two-sided i aan {cont the jist, sunday, nntl cs ae oi pe ORD. light of Jesus’ standards, playing fast|ments of religion. ei pri Pig 4 learned them; and that from a child] __ will not forgive, pee his was, That is the firm and solid today our Church has been crowded| MRS. IDAHLIA CLI FORI and loose with the — — bo aA ys P a irs Se thou hast known the holy Scriptures, ven. You can’t run a moral] process. What sends society down grade andjcontinuing s dl Yew members are con- ‘ sé wil 1 GS New mem i ke thee wise unto SING GOSPEL SON' Welaamt is the “broken home.” | mother first taught our pik po: whale dee tail fieh is in Christ] py Tell It Wherever 1 Go—10c Worldly married couples (not children) | our hearts to worship. - From our fam- | S4lv » 3114-17, ious Lord, Take My “break” the home. Our Lord helps |ily life we reach up into the noblest | Jests. Read II Tim Precious Lord, ives us as we for- . ctiviees hat kind of partiality, No,} reason why God Necdais awainst us. | 2 . — «atta gd ad bates 7 é who = Aga »} stantly ' . sh wines eg eee: be Sed ane | give Kn esty and justice must bey’ e surpassed all monies for several 1 5 only} Honor, honesty 4 ¢ ks of righteousness, hay. i ‘ first Quarterly 1 costs. There is ne revious years. At the first Q g Eo say 3 me 5 ho} preserved at al here should | prev pe Lat aay - ly Scriptures are a potent pean. Bigs sss ve forgiven someone w Beaten cna there se ie eh us here—to bear and forebear; not to] truths of our religious life. “The long- ae ara i marenttle OL OUE Tings Atal Vou? ss. 10c against you. The meas- easy way sa a Sistah ote es ou Breil Nes Ac asserh, Ou Prag Racal sie” Scent oy Don — i as children. Disdain the tendency to dis- S48 Send Orders to Y The foot-rule is precise. ris i when you have tried pera Brown had charge of = na ihe cipline <a Se aibReY ib, Seen € cht te beidlimephiiye pif count the Scriptures because they come - THO) A, DORSE G jorgiven exactly as long as} an x right. There is no forgiveness Several joined the Church, ai } love daily renewed, A most serious |To children, prayer is real when they frocita lena teed. Tha eanty ig 1" Blvd. Dept. G. acts a tin ih ; | thing in our children’s future is mar-|see their parents on their knees asking Gis Wiatish a ack He Oe value of Oakwood m a par tertiy to | riage and parenthood. What better | God to guide and bless them all, There | Pinte: torte Bihias ‘the richest — rd ea way to train them, than by living on| is a terrifying silence about God, some- het See ae Sie 2 ‘ 5 rr ’ A etlliy ===== DSC09083.JPG ===== MEMBERS ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE H. K. STRAUSER SERVICE Entored at the Post Office at Philadel London, with a sublime faith phia, Pemaa. as Second Class Matter Bell—KINgsley 0497 At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna Bishop D. H. Sims, President Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President Carlyle F. Stewart, Josephine T. Washington, T. Elizabeth M. Contributing Editors: Jefferson Clement, Thomas, Howard D. Gregg, J. Wright, G. Wayman Charles H. Wesley, Richardson. "SUBSCRIPTION RATES | Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00: Single} STeatest of these is selfishness. “Let me get mine.” We will sacri- fice anything or person to reach our goal. Shades of Machiavelli. Copy 5c Address al! correspondence to: The Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th Street. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 1940 WEEKLY THOUGHT ON LIFE’S WAY The world is wide, In time and tide, And God is Guide ; Then do not hurry. That man is blest Who does his best And leaves the rest, Then do not worry. —C. F. Deems WEEKLY POEM WINTER’S SHADOWS The sun climbs down the dark’ning sky And leaves a crimson afterglow, With long, blue shadows here and there Across the frozen wastes of snow. And ere ’tis gone’the moon peeps up Beyond the rugged poplar’s height, To spread a pale gold setting for Th twinkling diamonds of the night. The weary seek the cheer of home, Where warmth and refuge are akin. Tho frosty silence reigns without, Gay song and laughter sound within. —Harriet Nicholas THE NEW YEAR The year 1939 has passed into the ages. The mistakes therein made, unfulfilled hopes, unat- tained aspirations, unachieved ends are numbered with it. “The moving finger hav- ing writ moves on ....” The new year is here and we Published Weekly Blakley, Juanita E. Jackson- Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry Y. spiritual values, verities, Petrograd, Paris, Berlin time. The challenge is ours year beckons and urges us on. Someone said to the writer is very powerful. tor in the church could do it. them. the head and in front. selec Bide) See eI ALLEN SHOWS HOW A few Sunday evenings ago the writer was guest speaker at St. James African M. E. Church, Pittsburgh, Penna. Pastor A. E. Allen closed the service by having the church clerk, Miss Cunning- ham, sit at a table within the chancel and called for subscrip- tions to the Christian Recorder as Christmas gifts. It was an in- ‘y spiration to see twenty odd 1 cling to our ideals. In a war- crazed society dominated by old- world hatreds we still believe that forces are supreme and abiding. In spite of Tokio, Hong Kong calcined in times that try men’s souls we are the jasper-walled golden streeted city coming down from God out of eternity into }share in the glorious, all-absorb- ing of making real that for which Jesus lived and died. The new The. church is fronted with the Opportunity of making concrete its faith, dogma and doctrine. As Milton §,] of old its supreme tests are color, material goods and passion for power, its besetting sins are self- ishness, envy, jealousy and dis- honesty. These © four, but the UNLESS THE BISHOP LEADS a 5 SS few days ago while discussing the church that unless the Bishop leads, little or nothing of value will be accomplisht. To be sure the Bishop in the African M. E. Church is not almighty but he Our system vests him with power where and when he leads, the ministers and people follow. This writer has known the spoken word of the bishop to result in over one hun: dred subscriptions to the Chris- tian Recorder from laymen with- in less than five minutes. No Edi- The time has come when the church is ready and will follow the bishops as never before with- in thirty years. Not that they pos- sess superior wisdom but because we believe in them and trust their judgment. We respect and honor With all the leadership which may come from the ranks we look expectantly to those at men and women join Recorder family, ' and support worthwhile causes. It our intention to continue and journal that will meet the tive of the church of Alle to MAY THEY BURN May the words be burned in the consciences of every _Pastor-reader of the Chris- tian Recorder: “I am a sub- scriber to the old Mother Recorder, and believe it worthy. It should be read by others. I am determined to _ help increase the circulation and will not rest until I get a new subscriber. Should each subscriber send in just one new iption our Christian Recorder family would be doubled within one a POINTED POINTS Nevada, Bethel African M. E. Church at, Reno held the Diamond clamation and the California— Nevada African M. E. Conference. Among the speakers were Mayor August Frohlic of Reno, Presi- dent Lion Hartman of the Uni- versity of Nebraska, and Gover- nor E. P. Carville. The pastor is the Reyerend Emmer Henry Booker. The Nevada State Jour- nal carried a column length appre- ciation of the musical program in the “Reno Revue” by Gladys Rowley. Ba oe THE REV. G. LINCOLN CAD- del one of our rising young min- isters has recently received a cer- tificate from the Internationa ‘Council of Religious Education of Chicago, qualifying him to teach the course “Ways face | the Christian Recorder a religious | [, needs |is of our people, truly representa 1 On the other hand Dr, Allen gave evidence of his intense in- terest in the church, his ability as a leader, a man of vision by his incomparable deed. His is the type of leadership needed in more of our pulpits. How will the people know unless they read. The motto of the Scrippo Howard chain of papers has point: “Give light and the people will find their own way.” A. E. Alien has shown how. h Lemme! a 'srecessiul round of confe CONCURRENT WITH THE Diamond Jubilee of the state of Jubilee of the Emancipation Pro- £ Teach-| Church “Built and Owned by Christian his act reveals |, unmistakably the loyalty of our|Re. People and their willingness to |¥j S —__ THE _MISSIONAR ty of St. Luke Afri Church, Erin, Tenn, r the Te-appointment Ne De Thompson by Bishop 2 J. Howard for another year. Mrs Hattie Mark, Preident, Mrs p.. Dobbins, Sec’y. Nazarie Hu is church reporter. Earl BISHOP DAVID 4. SIMS as returned to Philadelphia aj in Alabama. He was radio Speak. er, Sunday evening, December 7 during the “Negro Hour” over WPEN. CORNELIUS LACY GOLIGH’?. ly won the $300 prize in the 8th Annual Competition offered by the New History Society of New York: His subject’ was, “What Influence would a Bible of Man- Spir tual morrow?” In a subsequent issue the essay appeared. THE REV. W. H. HALL, PRE- siding Elder of the Alexandria month, I am going to act to- || District, and the Connectional day.” Close your eyes and || Candidate for Editor-Manager of the Western Christian Recorder, May, 1940. He is the leader of the a id the undisputed Candidate of the 8th Episcopal District. Bishop S. L. Greene of the 8th Episcopal District, Louisiana and Mississip- position. Dr. Hall has been en- dorsed by Ark., Okla., Miss., Ala., Louisana, South Carolina and other States. THE STATE OF FLORIDA agreed to support the Reverend Dr. J. S. Johnson for episcopal honors in 1940, South Carolina is supporting Dr. T. J. Mles, Georgia is supporting Dr. J. | Butler, the First Episcopal Dis trict, Dr. D. Ward Nichols, and the Third Episcopal District, the Reyerends Drs. Joseph Gome?, and A. J. Allen. From other dis- tricts the writer has not heard. INFORMATIVE AND INSPIR- ing is the Souvenir Program a the 102nd Anniversary of i man A. M. E. Church, Dayton, It contains a picture of the Firs Y Socip can M. ie €joices over | Of the Rey ghes- kind exert on the World of To. | pi is solidly behind him for this | ifice was erected storate of the Rev. STEENTH ANNI- ebration of the Peo- ch of Christ and Metro- unity Center, Chi- rved Octobed 15-23, verend Dr. H. P. Jones, thel African M. E, hiladelphia, Penna. The ellent choir of Metropoli- cted by Prof. J. Wes- The pastor is the Rev. | THE CHURCHMAN AFIELD Dean Abram Simpson is speaking. The vast audience listens respectfully. Sus- tained applause. A brother says: “A h speech.” Bishop H. Y. Tookes is flankt by Dr. S. S. Morris. The pre- siding office is the Reverend Carey A. Gibbs. Long has it been since the urchman heard the eloquent Dean . G, Alexander of B. F. Lee Theolo- al Seminary. He stands before the icrophone, Culture, dignity, refine- ment, Christian character, grace. Dr. W. B. Coffey is leading a round of cheers: “What's the matter with the Bishop, Dean Simpson, President Long, Dean Alexander ....?” The spirit of Edward Waters is high, strong. Such enthusiasm this Churchman has not witnest in an annual conference. Bishop Tookes is now talking. He is talking. peal is being made. $1,582.95. ear it was 1,235.00, an increase in the evening. The Churchman historic Mt. Olive. The entire lelegation to the General Con- jas assembled for a feast of hurch was built by the Rev. ton, and was once pastored p R. A. Grant; also by the the late Bishop I, N. Ross. eet old hymn is being sung: y Mercy Seat, O Lord.” this the church of Mr. A. L. esident of the Afro-American ance Company. He has been ‘chool Superintendent for over 5. The Churchman notes many jal improvements under the astor, the Reverend S. G. has been pastor less than he “Silver Meteor” of the Air Line the Churchman Reverend D. Ward Nichols Mt. Zion is crowded on Friday night. j delphia, in Flori Louisville, Ky. Sprauled out across two seats on the blessed “L and N” the Churchman tried to regain some sleep which he failed to et last night im @ roomette with Prof. F, A. Selby, whom the Churchman joined at Pitts- burgh, where he was guest speaker at Bethel, and St, James. He also Visited the Pittsburgh Courier Plant and was y} YOu are one of Suest speaker on Monday for the In- terdenominational Ministerial Alliance at the Y.M.C. A. Prof. Selby apprised the Churchman that abroad the same train and getting off at Louisville was the celebrated Marian Anderson. When the train came to a stop in the Union Station the Churchman was fortunate to meet again, shake hands and chat briefly with the star of the first magnitude, an indication of the heights to which the race might attain. At the Nashville Union Station the Churchman met Bishop G. B. Young, Dr. S. S. Morris, F. D. Coleman, At- torneys Denny, and Allerson of Balti- more. A chat about the impending case and home to Dr. Morris’ with Prof, Selby. os LETTERS TO THE EDITOR nese A LOYAL AFRICAN METHODIST Rev. Geo. A. Singleton, Dear Sir and Brother: Enclosed find $3.00 which please acknowledge. I think you can use it at this time. Hope it will not be so long before the institution will be free of encumbrance and the worries and hindrances will be over. Then clear sailing on and on. It has gone thru “troublesome waters” for some time. I am also sending you a clipping from the Washington Evening Journal, where I was foreman for 15 years, until embarking in business for myself. y About 2 years ago I had a slight stroke and have partially come back on my right side, and that handi- capped me for my business so I thought I would get out and take care and take it easy. icy the Recorder and have been a reader of the paper for ns 50 years; when my grandfather was the subscriber then, then I took it up after his death in 1914, Glad to see the intense interest being daken, . the increase of the circulation now, te which I had spoken several teas if the clergy would have done se Bo towards the main mouthpiece o urch. ee ccss for it on oa Be er in Christ, ‘ie Aan L. BLACK Washington, Towa | Ed.—The above personal letter is er % the public because it lays ates ¥ and reveals the spit! < ath African Methodist, one of God's noblemen. Columbi Dear Dr. Singleton : Ses A am very proud of the fine way in which you are carrying on. To my mind the great leaders in : I have always admired your approach and your attitude to- wards making the church the institution that it should be. Very truly yours, SAMUEL R, HIGGINS ee NINETY-FIRST ANNIVERSARY DONORS AND NEW SUBSCRIBERS Miss W. N. King, Greenville -.. 1.50 Mrs. Elizabeth M. Collins, But- ler, Penna. . the church, Mrs, Laura D. Johnson, Balti- Bae MG lc ees ae E. E. Moody, Waco, Texas. F. D. Cranshaw, Hillsboro, Texas. R, Pitts, Birmingham, Ala F. R. Jones, Newbern, Ala. J. L. Beach, Birmingham, Ala. R. B. Hamilton, Greensboro, Ala, L. C. Grant, Newbern, Ala. E. L. Whitfield, Fairfield, Ala, J. C. Bonner, Ensley, Ala. He L; Harding, Weleetka, Okla. F. C. Mitchell, Rec Bird, Okla. A. C. Chatman, Delaware, Okla, N. L. Bentley, Boynton, Okla. I. C. Davis, Nowata, Okla. H. M. Nelson, Bartlesville, Okla. J. A. Jackson, Bristow, Okla. B. F. Boggers, Holdenville, Okla. L. T, Kyles, Okmulgee, Okla. W. C. Carter, Okarchie, Okla C. M. Curry, Stoud, Okla. G. W. Wilson, Pawnee, Okla. B. D. McIntosh, Guthrie, Okla. W. M. Henry, Kingfisher, Okla, E. T. Waterford, Frederick, Okla. I. H. Harlin, El] Reno, Okla. O. H. Hamilton, E] Reno, Okla. V. R Lee, Lawton, Okla. Ri. GC) Doughne Hobsrt Okla. E. T. Vance, Grandfield, Okla. PAGE FIVE BIRTHDAY GREETINGS BISHOP REVERDY C RANSOM Wilberforce, Ohio ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH BRENHAM, TEXAS ling Elder W. N. McGrew held his first Quarterly Conference at St John A. M. E. Church, Texas of the Brenham District. The Lov st Friday night was conducted Presic Brenham, | ! WOMEN’S EDITION A special Women’s Edition of the Christian Recorder is being planned and will appear in the near future. Editorials will be written by Miss O. M. Diggs of the Chicago Bee and Mrs Mayme Brown of the Louisiana Weekly. Special articles will be contributed by Mesdames Mary McLeod Bethune, Sadie Mosselle Alexander, Juanita Mitchell, Crystal Bird Faussett, Lucy M. Hughes, Christine Smith, Bertie DeLyles, Wilda Robinson, and others. The work of the women of the church will be featured in pleture and story as never be- fore. Missionary officers, ne cleties, clubs, groups, women’s organisations, evangelists and in- dividuals are requested to get in touch with the Editor without de. lay. It fs a giant undertaking, much time and careful planning are necessary, Your cooperation fs requested.—The Ed YY chstone hland Cir- Ishmael ch, Los > Robert- , Illi- W. Patience, Advisor, Junior Church, Wi by the Pr | Sunday Elder W. N. McGrew preached an inspiring ser- | mon, all present were benefitted by the lsermon. Sunday afternoon a wonder ful sermon was heard from Rev, F. D. Holloway. Sunday night the Presiding Elder again delivered a soul inspiring sermon Monday night the Que ended with a good report spiritually and fi- nancially. The Presiding Elder spoke encouragingly to the pastor and church May the Lord bless our Presiding El- der and strengthen him, Rev, W, N. McGrew, Presiding Elder; Rev. J, V. E asto rare L. V. FELDER ===== DSC09084.JPG ===== THE ¢ HRISTIA | N RECORDER PAGE SEVEN WHO am 17 er ck a dominant note “This Music stry Tam the most pow of faith, love,-h A GOOD TIME driving away the little children. He FIRST PRIZE PAPER eae erful creature in the in God's delive zee and 4 patient trust | reminded them that the recruits for the ae a ; eee ae re kingdom must come from among the 5 st~ From Worshi ea ae the universe, was the Posie dance rik Net eee 1 ae Gharch would make much i é & lost — ip eard in the wat Nic. aa interpreted when Negro , id’ progress if st w effec~ 4 : STs ee Bh 8 spoke Of these eterna} Four Meetings) Ba hela ta ok ers of the Nile; | spirituals were sung by the Diame, ; more rapid Progress if it would effee I’ve had a good time. In the 8th Annual Competition Offered | ; envisioned the illimitah, hk Ree Creator Sears € lowly streams in the] Jubilee Chorys in the prog, edocs ener thie, What ee i i a A 5 ch the a hej th 5 Ke Pte Nr ram pre-|doing to exalt childhood this Christ- Vinowt with rosy cheeks and tender By the se History Society, 132 more adequate technique *t oo ee might , 28-31; Gen. 1:1 And even in the darkest jungles of es an the: Civic “Auden ge Aa Is ie ’ baby pea as ast 65th St., New York, N. Y. rteeing hy ’ el eH Wisdom has ‘been COvers a Africa. z Cthel A’ M. E. Church, under the agents f e Across the mornin fields. to pl : a : emg human values. The n Ocial eof pcclests <i: Vere rf ee _ {Mrica. Wiican oe ter: Eeamen cy, te | tru service in your neighbarhosds m 6 Ree Ra ops frontier is Psychologically similar to de oma pesetical dogma, and Junior societies eee) Tride on the wildest winds and heaviest Boo 5 0. HS mitiister, Emmer Henry |Is there somett you can do to ex- e, the unfriendi nes Page tie antce | le of Manking Make. from private worship and drops of rain ker. tend its u And, oh, how glad We were, and But the ti 2 Tayersel the Savage. | al i sa romped along 4 ime is past for And laughed and kissed each other by ip worship during 1940, it] And fal +I worth while to spend several considering the objects of | And mak i¢ Make a pleasing sound as I fall, ‘materials for worship, and|I live in the thr ness? If there is none It had been & time since I had|let us as citizens heard Negro spirituz and T welcomed | the in the opportunity Thursday evening. I] This think there is y i 1 on the leaves and grass eteia liance upon supernatura’ the sea. arouse and organize st necessary to get one started. stmas, let e thankful for I've had a good time. 0 lo . ler folk musica ( id of love rt the tinsled kage: s a God of tinsled packages, rial lice Oats of birds and on the} than that of the Negro race—a people} bright bunches of holly. the gay Christ- of carrying on w EID. € I ees, who need no training to expres hem- | n: meetings for January aim to do|I am loved by Kings, aristocrats and Love came and met me hdlf way down the road: the store windows filled with many colorfu in them, deep in|the Christ as expressive of] the soft Oppression as jt is|b lye J selves in song. : 1 na tie ery things. ‘ Paupers alike. Music is born : : Z 5 ‘ : es I change alf hatred to love and excite Love 8 Se away, but there remained % the saddest heart to laughter, with me Pr. : T not only reign in Heaven A little dream to help me bear my load, — Part of Heaven. A something more to watch for by the Man marveled sea, bear 1 things, for that Wwe ang: their souls. Music the suffe ring of but-I am a expressive of their faith in ultimate | all delivery from an earthly bondage In the true spirit of tl often the most common and or- ary things are the most wonderful, rdly anything is more common than r, and yet water is one of the most 1 the altars and above be thankful —— (Continued from last issue) ~ The influence that this Bible of Man- kind will exert in the Worl for splendor at my strange but e usic, their | of and to able elements we know. Without| beautiful sound and called me Music. | selections were rendered apella. feel a deep sense of quietness, To : ld of Tomor- t. trees, flowers, or grain could Joseph Warren Fields. |'They needed no instruments; their} me, it seems that beyond the blue of I've had a good time. row is logically deterns without water all animal life IT Re voices alone told the story. the sky y of a little babe, Death came and took a rosebud from i Wd perish. And God’s wisdom was MUSIC And they need few words, Only a stil causing me to my yard; : such when He created all things that pee few reiterated phases, as in “By and| bend May God let 1 ve H + ae . ” eT . But after that, I think there walked | play in human lif. ae ou MY H ie water in great abundance|! am thinking of a beautiful city, By” (‘I'm going to lay down my L avy | the ery ring ir d teach us with me tute its philo om a ae pie b : iddi r the earth, to become a part of all} Of streets and pavements of gold, |load”) and in “P’ve Got Shoes (“Allfto live the essage of, i x sophy an set the norms | but ifici: i x In f. I heirolons God's childcen sais tex Fas tip ghee at ey od Will to & To prove me how the thin was n a : E Se n fancy I see their glory 30d’s children got heaven”) Nor can] “Peace « Ea ood Will tc hard Phe ee 5O oe neta! oe The role Is the | pries Now wherever we look in this world] As the pearly gates unfold any spelling give the d “heaven” as| Men” and let us ce te Christmas 7 Positive morale which incites overt so- : : hey sing it in long-drawn hur by honoring Christ let us honor An angel here 0 venit . eB e can find the master works they sing it in long-drawn hum by noring Ct us 4 f evenings by the sa. | cial action in order that the ideals may ours Dee caior The simplest story] am thinking of sweet flowers unfading te Christ byexal hildhood Folin ne be achieved. Thus we see that the of a gre: : 4 good time. Bible of Mankind is inti; * * * A good, good time, mately couz | be With perfume filling the air, But what of their fragrance and beauty, ‘of how these things were made is that nected with the told in the opening chapters of Genesis. Nobody knows ho and social aspe With nights an This program, presented by the only Negro church in Nevada, included a intellectual, emotional, | h 'W good a time but me, cts of religion. By id days of revel and is an ¢ thly Ree ascred Serif nm the beginning God created the| If there is no music there? a os oe. ios ie tee ¢ es ; tures. The Founders of the Gres i . and the earth.” ber of their race— f the greates ck logical analysis it follows that we may il. A New Spiritual Life for ligions were all social refo; : oa ae ioe T: Part Tam thinking of rubies and diantonds _| living Americans: Dr. G. W c of rhyme, speak intelligently of ite Gamueges oe Masked 2 py rmers. These The Juniors ‘aking i? f| And all that is precious and rare: who knows neither race nor nationality And tears and love and longing by the! thr A ae eis i gre; Prophets stand out just Decause _ (The following items are a few o i Haha , maplere it tne es conteibatione te waite a, es ee regions: ir “he field of the philo- of their emphasis upon human morality “many which may be thought of and|But would the joy be complete in a ie aa a ” sof, . mr ‘ r Ete Or aa z as % 7 k of s MOUNCE BYRD sophy of religion, in the realm of spiri-| A new Philosophy means a new per- | upon justice and Tighteousness and love _ developed by the Juniors.) Zz sie i, Slee ser icaaiic vast ae cea: pal Values, and in the world of social | spective of those aims at which re-|The failure of the Organized Faiths _ First Junior: I am thinking more of there were no music there? Seba IEA Gare faceeotaticn, ee re pate. a us then examine the ligion directs itself. We have called has been the inability to put these ideals 1 sing that comes from Mater Tain thinking of mansions—stately and | ive the industrial life of the South: Probable influence in each of these | those ends human yalues and in doing |into practical execution. In giving an hink of the vast oceans that divide many, has won world wide recognition Bai 3 so have -defined religion as an entirely | intelligent Perspective of religion to _ the continents, and that make a channel Beyond all earthly compare, This quiet old Negro, thi S We read the teachings of the 9| human and natural process, This|€ven the most humble and thereby for huge ships, and provide so much Of robes and crowns for the righteous, | tarian—who was SHE LOVED HER PASTOR Great Religions and compare them | naturalizing of religion means a redef-| Paving the way for a finer and more food for the human race. Then also That the saints may forever wear. Jin the last year of the lives Min bese uigee as we may so easily| nition of man’s spiritual fife in the | Constructive SPiritual life for all hu- the many fresh-water lakes which are so © when they are placed side | side in} World of apy rea A lady of a very aristocratic church si by side in d of Tomorrow. The 1 rigid dis_|manity, the influence of the Bible of one fine volume, we are convinced | tinction between the sacred and secu- | Mankind is no are identical. | lar can no longer be maintained, Sys. out his span at Tuskegee Institute, to beautiful and giye so much pleasure.| Yes there is music in heaven, dear nee The rivers and smaller streams carry Christian friends he moisture to the fields and supply water} And you in that chorus mes si sie 4 yr man and beast. Best of all are the} If on earth you are training ie Ss) Rue that sh out of the earth, To meet the great Savior our ing, ieee cantar ner : a a e, Aine water. —Miss Louwanna M. Cook, pure, . which Booker T. Washington years ago. Dr. Carver who, tle of what we call wealtt to be paid in other coin th Write MRS. M. C. BURNS 1124 E. Pulaski Street L is rooted | dom of God in the World of Tomorrow . In the past man’s|that it can exert such powerful and toler in the New Testament or ji soul has st. now why she wasn’t having her o: in the s starved Trdiann honors—unsought—that the world con Fort Worth, Texas whi Original influence that even our best econd Junior: My thoughts go above ae. bans fers, Hpony him Gree. pret She has a wide reputation as a wn} Vedas, whether the words of Con- oth ink have not fully comprehended rth to the wonderful things God See With a ecDuG y 2 ns se ae winner of souls eWay wit him. Her answer was: fucius or Abdul Baha, we see religion its possibilities, made in the sky. First, the blue Iie pace ii tlevata sald ban. Ae eee ern em Well, you see, my husband is very} pure and simple directed at human irit. In the fut re Our new religion of mankind, in order itself, then the millions of stars i Peete have iarodueed [28° GLADYS ROWLEY fore ih # contagious disease, and we salvation. Minus its organizational | realizes that his 5 tial votes to focus more sharply its aim and to in- it contains, and the messages] “...A Be Aenea the tives of ; Raitak : love esa = much we don’t want creeds and dogmas religion, we find, is} the Products of his intelli, ence. oe dicate more clearly the means by which five each night. Then the chang- sel ete adVerse circumstances, “XMAS MESSAGE Telephone Established him to run any risk,” Not primarily concerned with the adula. the gifts of the SR 2 Spiritual, it may achieve this goal, must empha- ut Pe ocautitul clouds, at opine oo music has been so free * ig Nee rake s ber She looks Sa tion of any supernatural or cosmic] Spiritual yalues are rooted in society | tically avail itself of the matter-of-iact veliest of God’s gifts. ip and|of the vindictive attitude in expression By Mrs. Marie M, Cook EDO K TO THE agency, but with humanity. From the}and compraise the heritage of the past methods of science. But the scienti- md moon which give nig! PASTOR words of the Founders of the Great rf he pres i as has the Negro music. PSG eich I R V I N roughout the universe. s ¢ a Tey FUNERAL DIRECTOR oe aaa nd one the busiest of God’s creatures? ag things,—grass and grain and} among ; Sacre 4 Dead il d Exalted on Christmas Reered: Care whthe fl What is} Sixth Junior: But we must not for- Childhoo: and trees and flowers. Sir * 743.N. 47th St Philadelphia Y atest work is man oe Bs eautiful than a pansy, or more|set that SS 2s Another year has rolled by whic in His own image, F Christmas season ary| whom God created in : ngs us into the Christm: a nt than a rose, or more Laie and whose greatest purpose is to do the ot a Ret ie arctadt ath In; ie > and s s alk of ue Nad more satisfying Creator’s will in the world. Tet us. be thankful forthe silent Jove HOTR lovely peach? Religions we begin to fully compre-| : hend that the essential nature of re-| sight, goodness that is harmonious ligion is a humanistic Weltanschauung.| of an awakened humanity are within | duce a positive morale that pease This conception, based upon our insight | the grasp of all those who are willing | the existing acquisitive and profit: into the foundations of all the World|to judge and to appreciate. For the| tivated society. The mere knowledse Religions, constitutes a new philoso-| comfort of the human soul in the} that our universe is self-existing ae phy. That thi. World of Tomorrow our new religion not created, that man faces his crises “Excuse me a moment, doctor, while’ I go put on my percolator.” “Oh” said the visiting clergyman, “you look all right with what you haye on,” teach a shared life in a shared world. ing | Emphasis upon fact alone cannot pro- ef ey he ‘ ay ily Verses * velopes us: thankful for t ; 4 | nm ah pe ody has yt men- | Daily ink about Him.| that en : This Christ-] "By Rar ca Se offers the works of the poets and the| alone, ‘that all aaa ie thi “a Sea the love-| M. Jan. 1. We should pale ee 14.] exaltation of eae : i al . * ‘ there can be scarcely a|artists, of the philosophers and of he institutions exist for the ult SO id h ith as mas ‘as we bow before the ma doubt. For the Philosophy made avail.| saints, In these things insity Beach ment of human life, will not of itself ls making the world happy able to all by the Bible of Mankind T. Jan. 2. Praise the Creator. Rev. 4:11 is confirmed by the findings of the new W., Jan. 3. Man, God's highest creation B ehem let us not forget the cradle : ae Bethlehem all ages. Too long has traditional re-| institute the radical changes necessa'y mong: all the beasts, wild a Fine materials, beautiful abes in our own city on Christ- work and pleasingly low \ Bs s 5 . s. These were all Gen. 2:7; 5:16. | of the eel = will give them toys fete se area hs ‘onfirn ligion hele human imagination within | for a socialized and Be iaibu- ‘ me ae world better and 4, The Creator guards us ee oy Nigh ihtiseictentanen inl Choir and Pulpit social sciences, ‘| the narrow confines of stultifying rituals muc order with an equitable dis oe Place in which man, the highest] T., Jan. 4 Isa. 43%x1, 2. } anc Goan alin SBUEMHayestyous eee bab a j -|and symbols. Generations of the masses | tion of the means of Bae eo 9 ire: could live. 5. Created for good living Ee ht of what kind of world are 5 ph tae fg pr oe i have fived in epirituat poverty, and at| not fundamentally a rational crea eae unior: I pead in behalf of the| F., Jan. § Eph, 2:10 senate es Foe Hage’ babien 2): Wall and s i times of great change when scientific, | He must have a guiding principle, ie llest parts of creation. The whole 6. He can remake us are a fettieeg be able to earn bread thinking threatened the foundations of, ae expression Fil tis tt ° Mere are wade be | Sy Jan. 6. Ps. 51-10-12 ie them? Will we give them an even inadequate religious conce tons, even Pass the means, the strugglings, : 4 : his poverty became 1 bank-|goal. UES POWEE EY. es spi a core | It is only recently, and largely, ae beauty,| the writings of the French philosophe ~ Continted on page 11) ee God, the .000 different kinds, —an Bei rig 3.00% Bice cceotures under the cate ~ Rey Wipers Gen. 1 ; i has not learne ne aearon Wa ns ete ee from the bee, The Christi -hance in the battle against disease and ae . 7s = Tesus rebuked his disciples for ee crime ===== DSC09085.JPG ===== ‘THINK : ve ; (Continued from page 1) (Continued from page 1) _ gregation and upwards of thirty per- ——— ~ sons took out Christmas Gift subscrip- tary, a man whom he considered tions to the Christian Recorder. The unprepared to do the work cor- pastor with such a connectional vision rectly. Bishop Lee pre-emptoral- _ REV. A. E. ALLEN ~ . —_ — ja blessing to this fa at Louisville it was th annex the coast con’ homa which was d F the purpose or reason for t which we feel was a fine ie historian aved England Jand not turned would have been f God stirred her was saved. Look in Taig. » fo the like among the nee ursing of funds ~ annual conference properly, while | states, under episcopal supervision of Bishop Ransom, a few months | Bishop Noah W, Williams the work ago, vehemently objected to put 1 a motion which was made and duly seconded, to elect a man as conference Treasurer, who stomachs are empty; ° breaks « can sreat Day of Pente- | graduates? _ . morale when he can’t feed his fami, he comes. Human na- has continued in an excellent manner | Empty stomachs provide an Encentin ‘ e, sin is a same and|mez and I were in and new life has been injected. And|to crime. We face a crisis ia. i same. Get behind] Michigan Annual C greater things yet will be done by a “a a do | like of which we have never faced he. Michigan, presided people with a contented spirit and that fool you into believing we are oyer-run with people. It might prove interesting to know that after leaving Kansas City one begins to find smaller groups of our people and by the time he reaches, let us say, Cheyene, Wyo. elected. Now, these actions of not want to be separated from the the above named bishops were |eastern part of the 5th District; it not, as some argue, a fragrant is the only thing they have known abuse of their authority but only | through the years and has given them | the cause to whatever- source you yill, the exercising of those preroga- inspiration which in turn has given|Bu it goes back in the final analysis: tives often necessary to keep substantial assistance.. Such a thing | Selfishness, carnality, lust, greed and the old ship on an even keel, .. done at this particular stage of the|human depravity. We have been go. The cause: Politics is blamed; some would like to put the whole responsi. bility upon the President; attribute a thousand people until he reaches the coast: coming the southern route thro western Kansas, lower Colorado, Ari- zona and New Mexico the same con- dition faces him. There are certain centers where we have fair communi- ties, such as Denver, Pueblo, Spokane, May each soul be re- from above, i . N. B. BOYD, Pastor lames A.M. E. Church | maladministration.” rd, Florida sem Rett: Roctend San Brice! aad THAT that Pres ent scrambling church work would prove unwise. In]ing about in a circle atid now at last ter now falls upon h D : set for the bishopric, by so many men the first place these conferences could | we have caught up with ourselves, # zi ge eile. Los Angeles, These cities represent zs : : ag 3 G. Lincoln Caddell ~ | dismiss from his mind the old belief & certain conferences, viz: Colorado, Pu- ee eee BB not in themselves Ces eles Only the gospel of the Lord Jesus Conference of the A.|that the A 1 C ve 4 : . - fice of its pristine glory and sac- _| pal district and will not be able to do| Christ can get at the cause of trouble. : eee get Sound, California and Southern California. Let me tell you of the mem- bership respectively ; Colorado has 3637, j Puget Sound 1200, California 2252, Southern California 5601. Just think an entire conference composed of 1200 communicants, not as many as consti- tute one large church in many places. Southern California Conference I wish to speak freely concerning the redness. The man who, knowing- so for some years to come. If left un-| Wise men know the only remedy {or ly permits himself to be elected disturbed however it will prove to be-the present crisis is a sweeping revival to this high and holy office thru | one of the finest fields in the church.}of supernatural religion capable of and by the tricks of the cheap Can you not see further that if a|transforming human nature. Unies politician cannot hope to receive division were made it would cripple | such a revival comes, there is no hope the blessmgs of a thrice holy not only our coast conferences but|of breaking the crime wave. Homes God, nor be the recipient of the also the eastern part of our district.| business houses, governments and «confidence and respect of his Taking the dollar money report as a|churches will cease to be safe unless brethren. basis of argument, notice this district |the consciences of the American peo- THAT the article from the paid $28,000.00 this year, a splendid|ple are taken into captivity by ht side for two reasons.! could not very well ould come together every|wants a “seat” in th church; to institute laws,{not, but work for correct irregularities; and} honor and prestige sons and daughters of |dism. id, that we shall have at : . Bi i sardonic lines and interest has a large place dismissed ho had — é ain dy, | 0 OWT ee & Well known writ- Methodi sai gsi sa fODECP ST BER 1000 men standing in a sing). Bd GO ler: “With glittering gold ant me ethodism. r conference secretary, {have proven embaras ome large city march; gle of the two visiting | gem they shine, but Sold and shining on the ground that, one having | change had served paren cent: mg by been a work of | 7 ees out apes and monkeys E. 1) ‘s each. WI Ove |are gods within,” a “PEN POINTS” an A. B. attached to his name | general conference ‘i ‘mean? Nothing. A pe ue tistead of an act of| Wit pie Steet F idk ok hiss abo ae SUE as Ly fey : pee Million . . 4 wise then to suspe: (Continued from page 1) re ee 1 the iss — ace = panapae Brea co iat Peoples /aortiot understand: what it j, rae ee ce. ae the Conference studies for four fe conference of the West but don’t let 2S . e former |all about. But they know that their ; “at Bees acpend on our Seminaries for their In August of ’39 Doctor Joseph Go- fore. Students of national affairs tell 3 eS viva! serene episcopate—Bishop Gregg, I was per sona non grata to him, | united district. = a ; us that financial h: lestroy evangelism then | heard the speech of his associ < he then can count noses; for through a : Ga oe jaliy We have not reacheq eneie ose. that la; Span of ils associate, Bishop Ricntava Wako Neva ane ome and named his Perference, who Hs ic By semen Seem the bottom. To say nothing of starting ( Boose that laid - a on the matter of minis western states he will not encounter ees d unanimous e conferences of the far-west do | to build up following the financial crash, is again. Fill our hearts perio 4 em iit faye of raising the educational standard of our ministry. I have made such hints in my districts, but I couldn't execute them for fear I would be charged for Now here is a Bishop up a tree; there are others like him jn the same predica- ment, but they are helpless. The mat- just atound the corner. | clearing house for votes, and that he ye are reverently obeying because of the scarcity of votes it will | dition and law of the fathers| bring for a delegate or candidate who in Convention to restate the}ence. May I admonish him to fear get the following attendance at the onference, Detroit, over by that most terial is attempt he must nference is only a Taise its standard! he General Confer- the future glory, of African Metho- —Cleveland, Ohio. ters Tookes. sity into 6—Death 7—Election tary of Africa. ca. Southern California Conference of e delegates of high cali- which I am a member. You read where this conference reported $5562.00 for dollar money this year, the largest re- ported in the 5th District. At the same time may I say this report represents jus‘ a few churches. “8th and Towne” alone pays more than one third of that amount and has more than a third pen of the brilliant Shelto, who report to be made, but the 12,690 mem-| fear of God, and evangelistic preach- is now lying afflicted in a hospi- bers of the west have paid almost |ing, only rugged evangelism can en- tal, at Springfield, Ohio, Oc one half of this amount. Left to them-|voive the conscience of our nation printed in a recent issue of the selves what would either end be able | now. I say more religion rather than Christian Recorder, under the to do? I am sure neither could made|more politics is the need of the hour eaption: “To the church at Phila- a commendable showing. You would|The solution of the worrying nations delphia,” should cause the lead- simply have two little, insignificant dis- |economic difficulties will come as in ers of the church, who are soon tricts (which would be very undesira-|the past when a great religious revival i s 5 to meet in Detroit, to think seri- ble) for which we would pay double.|sweeps the nation. This revival may ge ites Sasbenie es See ee ously upon some method of pro- Is this wise, is this economy? Most|not be in a different form than those story of the church since jal equilibrium in the cause of Afri- ] Brown. hat balance would it be, I am|B. DuBois. thel, L, A. and Santa Monica. How does that look for an annual confer- duty, as has Rev. Shelto, and | travel as one of the reasons, do you|His purpose and ambition of men ‘0 fo the Annual Conference. | J. Earl Gilbreath. MSE not leave them and their families, not know that the distance from Seat-|serve Him supremely, A revival est ence? Our great: salvation 15) that we to the mercy of an unfriendly tle or Portland to the lower part of | come, its on the way; it will not be Bove. one) os She mere Lis Saale world. The great industrial corpo- | Oklahoma is as great as that from|the product of prisional evangelism and pee aiesee, posites ease Sees rations’ which are accused of |St. Louis to Los Angeles? And not |tricky so-called evangelists will have of loyalty, no greater can be found in having no “souls” make pro- _|nearly as direct. Therefore if this be]no part in it. Can the forth coming this conference. It has 5601 members visions for those of their em- |the reason you will have the same revival be expected to come through and pays $5562.00 dollar money. The ployees who meet with misfor- | condition to face. If the reason be|the Apostate Channels of Modernistic Los Angeles district of said confer-)] Jo 5, the performance of their | that we want places'in order to make |denominationalism? Or will God met ence has a membership of 4946 and ge duty; and should the misfortune more bishops let us remember that | the present crisis by raising: ae pe -8 DD sas nips shige ot ate by become permanent, provide for the major work of the general con- voices through a divine strategy. # per cent and paying dollar for each the care of their families. The | ference is not simply the making of |ley was a freelance the ie member, The entire conference rates clicncls cask’ GU abot do lees bishops but furthering the work of the his day crowded him out of-the bea ps ee shi 2 Per cette Nok ntny dis- and hope to bring into its minis- Kingdom by advancing our cause as paths of denominationalism. oo. 1 Presiding Elder’s district in many bas pecsecdte ite week sis eae ie Ren inte ‘thea dé ; Paces re raannglate that scores large centers like Chicago, Philadelphia fully. “No provisions, dB 2 We thus earnestly pra: the epcete = * ctukd éachers and sincere evan Lg Sear 11 wisions,” the plaintif wail of eat church, in fairness to our |oF sturdy pESac iss toe of denomi- New York, Baltimore, Charleston, brother Shelto should disturb the with an eye s gelists are finding the jol i ‘g Jacksonville, Atlanta, Birmingham, heasbae! dk every, ogee ois ; national machinery unbearable. An cv ‘ New Orleans, Dallas re we pa in iter st be ch pecrent: ¢ increasing n pai ae o. Eve ; Bote iis leconc odiel 4 cube Pride bsg ped ae : dace eid bar aie tis, paen Mechanistic : f territory without finding one mem- peri ee ae destroying the t 1 elemen' ber. Less than one hundred members ‘preaching. Preachers everywher: ast with the standardized|H. E. Luccock. Communions or be sunk in sive melancholy. The train- reachers is important, so “Minister’s iat they must have the Morrison. nsecrated leadership as well nd initiative. hetic to see the pew rising ce superior to that of the McDowell. have no ministry of which ‘proud especially when we Carl S. Patton. nium to quadrennium re- “Highways of Chi e law on admission. We]S. J. Case. st raise the entrance re-| © 0 that of the completion of |G. C. Cell. high-school course. At ‘entrance requirement— J. Case, J. T. M “The Validity ence,” A. C. Knuds gives loop-holes to a super- f untrained men in our ho in many instances enter th grade or lower level. : ole I havn’t much faith in B. Brightman. er " | F a : e books nor time to acquaint er Rnb ae Recon fs te , : ds , ith the subjects. A course 1—The be : ke a quarter ora semester Case. a college or seminary is go if need be, but suffice it to say; we have territory but not members, nd we are not pastoring territories, dona taswaly acacse Ok ee dered to be the most intelli- THE MINISTER’S LIBRARY , enactment of the 3-3 law. “A Guide to Understanding the Bi- cause of this we expect the dele-| ble,” Harry Emerson Fosdick. es to give the Church a sound func-| “Being Made Over,” Charles R. Methodism. “Black Folk Then and Now,” W. E. delegates will not only con-] “These Twelve,” Glover. of supporting our Forgotten} “The Ministers’Job,” Albert W. Pal- _ balance is made up by Pasadena, Grant viding for the care of those minis- _| certainly not. ; of 1880 and 1890, but its essential pur- nnuated preachers, but will | mer. : epee x ge Chanel, Wand Chapel, San, Dicen Bee ters who fall at their posts of é Speaking of the long distance of | pose namely to arouse faith in God. ‘the scholastic standard for| “Individual Worth in a Social Crisis: M. E. Church must either] “The Acts of the Apostles,” 2 vols. “Preparation and Delivery of Ser- mons,” Carl S. Patton. Service Book,” J. D. “The Minister His World and Work.” William Adams Brown. “Jn All His Offices,” William Fraser “The Use of the Bible in Preaching,” “The Rediscovery of “Makers of Christianity,” 3 vols. S. de education or higher is | Sweet py atene ae “The Future © “The Art of Preaching,” . “ psa n 4 passing of | Brown. in the State of Nev., possibly three ted to the progra” : me! of study an eS i 4 i , “i f ie tudents as URCH EVENTS hundred in Utah, not as many in ip is put on saving Conference 8 4 | ouTSTANDING cH Idaho and Wyo. and so on we could ery fine work the records nor the examining comm IN 1939 2—Mortgage burned on E ristian Doctrine,” John Wesley,” Neil, and W. W- on. f Christianity,” E. ” Charles R. the Sunday School of Mi Negro quires 23—Bethel ing of of the meeting nez was at its I Maguinez Rev. Geo The dward Wa- ing on the College by Bishop H. Y, 3—Admission of Wilberforee Univer- 4—9Ist Annivers, Recorder, S—Mid-Year Conference, First Epis- copal District, $13,000 raised. : of John R. Hawkins, Finan- cial Secretary, ple’s Congress, Philadelphia, Penna. in June, Christine Smith to West Africa; andLucy M, Hughes to South Afri- | 13—Visitation of Commission to Cuba, and establishment of the church in the island. 14—Demise of R. A, Grant, 11th Epis- copal District. 15—The Christian Recorder completes | in 17\ months successfully under George A. Singleton as Editor and Manager with no debt to the Book Concern for printing or office rent. 16—Rebuilding of St. James African M. E. Church, Cleveland, Ohio by Jo- seph Gomez. 17—Appropriation of $7,500 by the state W. Baber for Exhibition of ly opened January 1, 1940. 18—Charles Street Church, Boston ac- 19—Bridge Street Church, Brooklyn, N. Y. purchases new home, 20—The clinic built by Bishop R. R. Wright in South Africa. 21—W. H. and F. M. Quadrennial Meeting at Jacksonville, Florida 22—W. M. cago, Illinois. Y. wrested Dollar Money leader- ship from First Church, Los Ange- les, California. 24—Fifth District celebration of Plant- anniversary of Bishop Noah W. Williams. 25—Bishop Edward J. Howard’s defense “THE RED-BRICK CHURCH ON | THE CORNER—ALLEN CHAPEL Rev. Geo. I, Holt, Pastor The first Quarterly Conference was held November 19th-20th, and it was a that will be long remembered Our Presiding Elder, Re Sabbath mornin gation was : f u best, and every thing was In readi ness for a great d the beautiful order Elder choose for his text, }5; CHRISTIAN RECORDER North Central Association. ary of the Christian | y sc ly S Education. of Bishops, and Young Peo- | ; a God has brougl chigan to the Rev. George Progress, which was formal- new home in Roxbury. M. Society Meeting at Chi- African M. E. Church, N. the church in the West and church in Tennessee. A. M. E.” y. S. R, Magui- with ws, on that beautiful g. and a large’ congre- present. The choir was lay in Zion. After of service, Rev. was presented by our pastor, Holt ais “Putt- Rev. Maguinez Quarterly Con of Arthur S. Jackson as |} re Financial Secretary. Pes i Election of E. A. Adams as Secre- | on “Love one another”. were also given. T' pastor ex 12—Visits of L. L. Berry, Secretary of |} i Missions to Canada, West Indies, Cuba, South America, and West Conferen ter in 1939, and wwe are PAGE NINE periaepeeee S ee ed a soul stirring sermon. The spirit was high, every one was uplifted. The Holy Communion was setved to a large number. Sunday evening 7:30, we re given another spirtiual banquet, by s he su ly fed our high.” Sure- dor of God na on | uls from the “) he-is an amb: On Monda ning we held our nee. Our Presiding Ider, presiding. After reading the cripture Lesson and prayer, exorted, After the Roll “a ; Call, the Eulogy, for our deceased, Ls Ee eee A M.|Brother Oscar Blackwell, expressions Cee acelphia, fo the|of his Christian life were given by the 10—Fifty th + < : E members and pastor ousand dollar gift to Morris The reports were then read by the Brown College, various Secretaries and 11—Council epresenting their clubs nd reports from the € nd auxiliaries, ss Leaders ssed his appreci. fficers of the hurch a al support, to the Church Mgt ng Elder, Rev ommended the take us 1940. Wi CHRISTMAS—1939 By Joseph Gomez eternal pe r per our emphasis or be a uni- se. lies tl tep back versal expe to sanity and te CHRIST MUST WIN! Sing on, my friend, sing on! Swell the « crescendo! Sing on, until irrest in uncon- r of human passions will yielc ditional surrender to the p¢ the mystic love of yonder r i ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH Cleveland, Ohio BOOKS RECEIVED “The Nazarene, A Novel based on the Life of Christ.” —By Sholem Asch Environmental Factors in Christian History.” Y —By J. T. McNeil, Matthew Spinka, and Harold R. Wil- Whole Armour.” He preach- loughby. ===== DSC09086.JPG ===== EDITORS AIDED ISAIAH 4 per cent in the number o 7 : ceiving general relief from publi NEW YORK—(PP)—The Book of|from October to Novembei Isaiah contains more material than that | amount of obligations incurr dealing directly with the prophet him-|less than 1 per cent, however. self. A series of editors of later date} The reports, from thir News At A Glance CASKET BOUGHT IN ERROR IS KEPT IN HANDY PLACE ¥ Marshall Maxeke, rforce and joined . ate marriage, taKing ‘ her and together be RECEPTION ‘Rev. and Mrs, Willia: Cranes dded to it. \ istrict m Ha. ery fertile field. GOAL, “GPTY We WactABY Phe added to i i reek eae vt oe peeing request the Pleasure of you, x “Clarke, survives ae F ‘grades is eg healthy] HEATLESS LIGHT NEARER, sic ee ee cee eS ete MArTiage eee at 76, but keeps his coffin in an out- SAYS JAPANESE IENTIST > SRY Is 1: sie Ren : arriet 5 . aunt aes Ake hoe SCIENTIS ALL OF IVORY IS USED | Vincil Henry Clay at thei, Soni ty years Charlotte i tie WASHINGTON—(UP)—Northi Several years ago,” he explained, “I} A young Japanese laboratory worker wasted in the ee — See was in a hospital. Back home I was|claims to have made substantial pro- : hee reported dead, so my folks got a casket} cress in the scientific quest for a method Since it was paid for, I decided to keep} of producing heatless light. it until I die.” Hiroshi Nakamura, 29-year-old re- search worker in the botanical section |DOCTOR CANCELS ALL BILLS AS SOME APPENDIX 1134 INCHES | of Tokio Imperfa University’s science GIFTS TO HIS PATIENTS LONG department, announced that he had A letter just received fro discovered a nutrient that will prolong By The Associated Pres huma Morake jn fai CHELGEA, Mass.—(UP)—An ap-|the life of luminous bacteria found in MILWAUKEE—This te al reads: te hae pendix 11% inches long—the largest in| sea water. was published in a newspaper here|Sad news of the death of Sister Chay. medical records hereabouts—was re-| He said that he had been able to Pro-_| today: ~ - lotte. She passed away Gon a a : moved today from Dr. Lewis Glazer 36,]long the light-giving period from ten “Wishing all my patients a Merry|ning at seven on the 16th.” The a ; assistant surgeon at Chelsea Soldiers’} days to more than six months, and also Christmas and a Happy New Year.|teenth of October; it had ta en re Home. a 3 to intensify the quality of illumination. |As a Christmas gift, I herewith cancel| months in this war-stricken time f Hospital officials said the longest ap-] Japan, which seems destined for a|all my patients’ balance indebtedness|the letter to come. Our sa nes, 3 pendix previously known to them was| long period of war-time conditions, was | to me up to date. Dr. C. O. Thienhaus, | Profound. ~ . i nine inches, and the average was only] interested in the news not only because 2,933 N. Hackett Ave., Christmas, 1939.”] During the closing months of the about 414, of the remote possibility of general illu-] The doctor declined to discuss the|mineteenth century we hear is}|South Park Avenue, Saturda » has without question r ; aps |December thirtieth, Nineteen hun most woman in South and shavings are carefully hoaded and|and thirty-nine, six to ten O'clock te a, t sremost of our race and made into dust for polishing, India ink} ° 2 and even food in the form of ivory jelly, , Y even was outstanding in all 7 Native councils, She orga- By Dovie King Clarke : antu women into a strong . Her counsel has con- sought in both personal atters. id she return to us for a Gregg aided in her com- slegate to General Confer- and for that we shall al- ful. Our Women’s Par- issionary Board paid her th ways and various confer- nches and local societies gave to make her visit worth rere glad to have her, and ee OUR CHARLOTTE Is DEAp — 4 m Eya Ma SE 18; South Ag. “This comes bringing YOU thy age . of ; * mination but because heatless light advertisement, but his wife estimated|@tOuP of student singers from Soul d her to know it. In the GRANDFATHER TO 56 DUE TO] would be particularly valuable in muni-| the debts amounted to $2,000 to $3,000. | Africa, traveling in the care of white course of things we could WED AGAIN tions factories and for use in interior | pe to see her again in this missionaries through Europe and America, raising money for a “school. They reached Cleveland and there they came under the notice of Rev. Reverdy C. Ransom, then now _ now we know we shall not gain-here and so we sorrow. “but in the radiant. There, j loved ones meet forever. And during air-raid “black-out” periods— FATTER AND CHEAPER HOGS CHICAGO—(UP)—The Cook county] (By U. P.) F clerk issued a marriage license to Thomas Gephart, 75, retired Effingham| URBAN RELIEF CASES TAKE 4 Agriculture Bureau Is Trying Out Principles Used On Corn (Ill.) farmer (who is father of 11, PERCENT DROP Of St. John, who with Bishop Amet hei grandfather of 56 and greatgrandfather —_—S WASHINGTON—(AP)—The Agri-|immediately started an effort to VEN’ ea — be. gri- adopt s of 1), and Mrs. Laura Thurston, 63,] WASHINGTON—(AP)—The Social culture Department, applying the same | these young people for our church gees agen acces ; Chicago mother of two, grandmother | Security Board said today reports from genetics principles used in developing |for our school. After months 0 CONFERENCES a of four and great-grandmother of five.|11 urban areas showed a decrease of | high-yielding hybrid corn, is trying to|tesPondence with South Africa, afte : develop hogs that will fatten more | Satisfying the contract with their teach. quickly and economically. “Jers and their parents this was accom The experiments are expected to re-|Plished, and this very attractiy quire several years of breeding opera-|became ours. Several young me tions. , z one young woman. Our first = daughter and how we loved her! And how worthy she was of being | Every youthful charm, every _ By E. E. Richburg (ANGEBURG, S. C—Williams A. M. E. Church on Glover as filled to its capacity with is and visitors for the opening session of the Central South Carolina Conference; the sixth and last of a series of annual conferences of the virtue, was hers. She easily ; i z . Mees 3 Africa Zpis 1 Church leadership on Wilberforce campus. Hers African “Methodist Episcopa C hae conyened here with the esteemed, ertud- it was to give advice; hers to bind wp ; 3 ‘ , s broken’ hearts, and hers was the first ite and venerable Senior Bishop J. ‘ i fe 4 siding. ear to receive confidences. And to her per of Atlanta, Ga., pre g Teligious services were conducted =} BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS : PULPIT GOWNS CHOIR HATS | | A NEW BOOK. “Vital Facts Concerning African Methodist Episcopal Church” Its Origin, Doctrines, Government, Usages, Polity, Progress belongs the distinction of introduci B : HANGINGS en S v Bishop, assisted by the three (A Socratic Exposition) the A. M, E. Church into South / pay eae P» B ; ge A ‘i By ee by her correspondence with her Uncle esiding Elders ve a aes GOODS James H. Smith, D.D. Mokone, leader of the new Ethiopian ape can ie Bee TRIMMINGS ie With an Introduction by Movement with its tens of thousands si Br re Districts Pe eae. STOLES : The Rt. Rev. Sherman L. Greene, }}°f native churchmen revolting ag : Presiding Elders were: ACADEMIC A.M., D.D. <u Be Sie Gabe aa 5 of ithe Genreetowi CAPS Price, 1.50 per copy _ She came to us as Charlotte Manyt. J. oy a et Se GOWNS AND Set all cedecatte Roe Feet 8 (oe eeeduztcd from Wie ee ciben Kinstree; J. HOODS " Smith, 509 Grove Street J|2"4 sailed for South Africa with the ag i" Ss Se Nea Fort Worth, Texas first degree ever earned by a native ‘ ms 2 " Ri SHE eae ease ema LT IE aes South African woman. Several yea's Bea ard, Edisto; I. W. Sint Ask to see the = H. D. Ramsey, Columbia; Bes new gee e ims, Greenwood; I. W. Janer- BLUE AND Pastor’s Individual Communion Set ence; T. HT. Addison, Spartan. MAROON CAPS sega 5 : Coe Bers 3 Z id J.C. Quarles, of the Green- AND GOWNS ; At last a new inexpensive practical gj y Te z In Poplins ,and durable Pastor’s Individual Com- : ee 3 lipper’s opening address was «and Neu Failles “nunion Set. De gh ren on ae tt S ‘with those made at his five National Academic Cap and Gov Company — a 821 - 23 Arch Street "Etinsrivania The case is made from high-grade : C ces previously held. He stress: bakelite, the top lined with red velvet, eel 5 ecessity of ministers living in fully equipped with three glasses, fla and harmony with each other. and metal container for wafers. stated that he did not want a "The size is convenient for carrying DELEGATION, but that he in yc ind, ¢ may | y , n elected who the set in your hand, or it ma ily be hree worthy me aki Ae Cacbak : ‘eventh Episcopal slip) d into the pocket. TEN ies present the Seven p ES _ This- little Communion Set will make j Fict. Tf his work does not “one j possible a simple service at the bed : : to South Carolina he didn t to whom { Be fo return. whom the symbol P ’ ( Peg: t ganization of the Conference fected in the election of Rev. milton, Chief Secretary; Rev. DeLaine, Recording Secretary, eporters to the secular and re- a en Send for New Catalogs. We carry a complete line of Crosses, Commanion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin © Boards, Hymn Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, etc. _ Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands. — . —_—______ THE ¢ HRISTIAN RECORDER: EASE REEVES me ee ee aera ake eheartedly joined] male ¢ 4 quartette and P, f of the State en-| ham, Bisel asi oe ee The Conference whol x other Conferences pre the return of Bishop Flipper | name. es tetas quadrennium, For Episco- catia Drs. T. J. Miles, Columbia, Sec Ra BE: Brogdon, Charleston, S.C age D. Ward Nichols, of New York N.Y. For A.C E Lea *\. \. I. League, Dr. A. P pes 4 ass S.C; Church rot ete Johen Pe Sst 3 Church | 1 : rorreston—Pete ISO age pers, Wash- Bishop Flipper then because of slight eet W. pe oe ‘ cern, P. if Sees - E. Book Con- indisposition in well chosen words pre-]G 1 Hill ‘Stukes » Prof. George H. Hampton, of|sented his son, D, strict P Columbia, S. C. ity, : Kansas City, Mo The following ministers were elected mi : Cypress Fork—W. C. Cain of the above Friendship—L. B. Burgess : Pired the Con-| Biggers—C. C. Burgess $ wit tew musical selections. The Conference Sunday School head- ed by Rey J. I. Hamilton and the re-] Re view by Bishop Flipper was the be-| Ga : the high spots of the Sunday Ex- | morning services. d institution who jns ference with a Goodwill and Santee—Tarleton Gamble Paxville—O. A. Morant Hle—M. M. Martin le—T. E, Abraham ginning of , ¥o July Stukes Carl Flipper of] District President of W. HO& Fi My , to preach the Ordi Society—Mrs. E. E. Walker ‘ation sermon. After a few remarks s Ss r S Ss Ss ie ey ks | D t Missic y—N Bessie Hi Clegates to the Genera Conference | relative his love a respect for his] District Ey st—A Blacl E ‘ t ngeli: kwe to be held in Detroit, Mich., May: Reys, | fathe 0k xt, 2 f E. A. Parker, B. F. Hilderbrand ee cue ee J. I. Hamilton Alternates: Revs. J A. DeLaine, D. J Nance. Lay ginning to end he held the congregation Wateree District -/spell bound. From all over the audi Gadsden and S.|ence could be heard AMENS and th : delegates: Messrs, L. B. shedding of tears. Rivers, R. G. Oliver, and H. L. Pinkney.| Bishop Flipper has immortalized him. St, Paut—L. D. King Alternates Mr. W. C. Jackson, Mrs.|self in South Carolina and the cry C. B. Black and Mr. H. Smokes. Dr.| from every corner in South Carolina is T. J. Miles was duely elected the choice| that he must be r 1 of the Seventh Episcopal District for] The the Bishopric May, 1940. General Officers present were: Dr Orangeburg District L, H. Hemmingway, of Washington Rev. S. Nance, Presiding D. C., Secretary of the Church Exten-| Williams Chapel—R. J. Jeffer sion Department, and Dr. E. A, Adams, | Shiloh—J. B. Jennings Secretary of Education, Coumbia, S. C.] Brown Chapel—B. J. Hodge Out of State visitors who addressed the] St. Peter—B. F. Sumpter Conference were: Dr.. A. Wayman] Mt. Olive—A. J. Thomas Ward, of Chicago, Ill.; the Rev. C.[ Live ( I. S. Gamble Baker Pearle, Rev. W. M. Wright, Parlorsville—Arthur Hampton Rey H. N. Robinson, Dr. Charles S. | Branchville—E. E. Richburg Spivey, of Ohio and Dr. D. Ward) Felderville—P. B. Brooks Nichols, of New York, N. Y. St. John—C. A. Harmon This Conference was no exception to | Goodhope—I. S. Taylor rand, Presiding Elder Sc. Coxum ul Carmichael appointments are: oe ‘illiams A. H. Mitchel vid Smith L. J. Randolph all of those presided over by Bishop | Bowman and Jerico—M. M.-Thomas ee es ‘eves au Flipper. Peace and harmony. prevail| Bethel—J, L. Adams throughout and success attained our} White Pond—T. W way. The reports of the Presiding El-| Salters—David Haigler : ders and pastors are evidences of pro- Macedonia— D Quatlebaum \ FIRST PRIZE PAPER egress for there were increases in nearly | District President of W.H.& FM all items. Society—Mrs. Mary Haynes Those who reflected much credit to] Conference Bra themselves by diligent study and mas Agnes Hilderbrand oe terly presentation of special sermons Manning District 1a were: Revs, R. J. Jefferson, W. K.| Rev. E. A. Parker, Presiding Elder Wilson, and B. H. Gre ¢ Liberty Hill M. J Sum te t On Educational Mass Meeting Ni ) Trinity—J. P Wa hington the Rey. G. B. Burgess read the Oaks—Edward Nise tional report and was followed by a, St James W. H powerful a by Dr. S. R. Higgi Pine Grove G B: Bur gions | President of Allen University el Hill—David Jame ata a ‘ P ~' Springhill—J. A. DeLain stick morale ak thet i cafe 10 T a lent was accompanied by A. M. E. MUSIC]|stit ree toms nae 0 eto HYMNALS — ||" Brand new A.M.E. Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head Bands and Béautifully stamp- in Gold are offered at these Prices. f action xt prophetic in- ts miracles alone. We s well as dream if we to achieve a free and universal Single Copy yet $ 1.58 where people voluntarily and Half Doz. — — $ 6.56} intellizent ly cooperate for the common ey — $12.00 May the year 1940 teach you from. the past, provide courage Mail Your Orders Today We Pay Postage for the present and faith for the future. WALTER C, BECKETT 216 W. Coulter St Philadelphia, Penna Phone: Germantown 0585 | A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN 4 716-18 So. Imdb Street, Philadelphia, Pe. ===== DSC09087.JPG ===== (Evangelist Mrs. M. C. Burns is now making up her Schedule for 1940. Those desiring a Woman Evangelist, may write Mrs. Burns, She has a wide reputation as a winner of souls, a Gospel preach- er. Also a great financier. She will be a great help to any Church and pastor. Her Address is 1124 E, Pulaski ~ Street, Fort Worth, Texas, Phone 2-7901. Bishop George B. Young is her presiding Bishop. —_—<$_______! Notices LAY DELEGATES Los Angeles, Cal, better known “Eight and Towne” has serv church and denomination faithfu conscientiously for a od of thereby doing his part in adding to worth of the. Church and Race. Also having been of m ue! ice, making contribution to the various phases of life in the communities whe: served, especially Los Angeles, __ And whereas he has made for himself Young. Bishop H. y. T and Church an enviable record, the re- 28—Central Florida Conf sult of which the Church has acclaimed] Tampa, Fla. St. p aul, R him the Dollar Money King because he James Murray, 596 Harrison x has lead the entire Church of the Afri. pubee HM: Tookes [ can Methodist Episcopal denomination] *P*! 10—Delaware Confer in raising of Dollar Money to spread neial Sec- ent be a mem- '1—South Florida ¢, fo Miami, Fla. St. Paul, Rey. 7 portant, a revised Dis- al was made to revise line in 1936, the same Okey The Mid-winter session of the ’ Bishops’ Council will convene at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Atlanta, Georgia, February 15-16, 1940. The first session will open at ten hich all laws or ing a certain action placed together to retation can be had im- deed a tremendous ae ford, Del, Rev. J. W. White, o’clock, the morning of the 15th. the i ' Pastor, Bi: i nt P 5 gospel of Jesus Christ and carry} _-Fastor, Bishop David Hen Si aponths:of study. I am The Rev. D. T. Babcock is the J]on the work of said church; 17—New Jersey a ith a general synopsis entertaining pastor. And whereas at the General Confer-} Trenton, New Jersey, Mt. 7) OMS aces BISHOP J. S. FLIPPER, Senior Bishop BISHOP J. A. GREGG, Secretary SS “As Connectional President of the| ‘The souvenir program of the forth- Laymen’s College of the African Metho- coming Council of Bishops to be held dist Episcopal. Church, I~am hereby | in Atlanta, February 15, will carry, issuing a call for a meeting of all Lay among other features, certain historical delegates and alternates, to meet in. data al dy i Athatis, Geonaia, ote Bebiiarg i lag [ooh Pas gs pr ck ee wa ieee for the bishopric of the A.M, E.4 19—New England Conferences Re bie ot Cou. at the seat of the Bishops’ Council, to|the leaders of the church. We are | Church. a ea. aes St. Bacl, Rey formulate plans and to discuss vital therefore, inviting you as one of the Be It Further Resolved That we send oe tbe eee et) Bishop and important legislation. The meeting | leaders of the A. M. E. Church to send | *.°0P¥ of such resolutions to members idee se) aay will be held at Big Bethel in Atlanta, ti OE Sy En of the General Conference, one to the of which the Rev. D. T_ Babcock is| statement concerning (1) your present | CY: Collins and keep one for. our jon, chapter and ‘aphs would also be to find what you id refer in this way :— ity of a Class Leader members” found thus. x 3, Article 11, Para- egards the Dollar Money under part V “Tem- ence to be held in Detroit, Mich, May,| Rev. A. C. Clark, Pastor, Bishop 1940 one or more bishops will be elected, | David Henry Sims. who jn turn should be men of splendid | 22° 5—Philadelphia Conference_pjj, character and quality; <> ladelphia, Penna., Zion A, \\. E And whereas we believe the Rev. H.| Church, Rev. J. L, Mims, Pastor, Mansfield Collins to possess those sterl- Bishop David Henry Sims” ing qualifications so much needed in a 12—New York Conference— great leader of the Church and Race; Flushing, NUY,, Rev. J. M. Day. | Be It Resolved That our Federation |. ins, Pastor, Bishop David Henry go on record as endorsing this great Sims. ATTORNEY HERBERT L. DUDLEY ths of study and com- ry available book of the latest codification ee Let’s make a law based upon the States Constitution : tor. record. : number of Lay-members of an Annual ’ : Paste address all communications men he Rag ee Signed: Conference, for example : ian Be or aveMENT concerning this meeting to Attorney Peas : Spates: Ada Brownlee, Pasadena, Cal. 1 Each Annual Conference entitled ; tions. If you z : a ‘ is a care Je ae = ae 2 Be Wilberforce, Ohio cture ae te ves =< ty McLoed Bethune, Daytona Beach we will be pleased to accept same also, The charges for this service shall be as follows: to one delegate up to 1500 Lay-members, 2. One additional Ministerial dele- *|}gate for each additional 1500 Lay. “{members. This would give a Confer- ence of average size (6000) four dele- gates. This would also help us to get the actual membership of the great African Methodist Episcopal Church. This is offered just to add to the think- ing. If you have a better one, submit to the Committee at Atlanta in Febru- ary. That’s just one of the important items for discussion, here is another: “Should we legalize the Connectional Counci!?” Can it have representation in the Herbert L. Dudley, at 4256 Russell Street, Detroit, Michigan. CENERAL CONFERENCE BULLE. Tw In view of the fact that we are build- ing a visual exhibit of the African Mrs. W. Sampson Brooksy:) 47:5 é - New Bedford, Mass. Mrs. S. Joe Brown, Des Moines, Iowa. Mrs. Sallie W. Stewart, Evansville, Ind. |Dr. Mary Waring, Chicago, Ill. _ Mrs Marlow Nottage, Berkley, Cal. The Race’s Distinguished Women. —— er —sSs—————e ~ ~ VOX POP SPEAKS — On The Discipline _ y Articles of Religion tion Catechism on Faith Special Declarations Part Ll The Constitution icle—Membership i General Rules Rules for Giving Band Societies Membership Constitution Class Meeting . Official Board - Church Conference Quarterly Conference District Conference Annual Conference General Conference their picturo. It is our desire te have on display, the pictures ef one theus- and or more A. M. E. Churches and their pastors and Presiding Elders. These charges include the cost of re sy the cut as well as the space for the} Nearly all the Conferences have been | General Conference until it is given statement about you, your church, or|held and the composition of the next recognition? And another: “How can the case may be. We are) General Conference is now practically | we better conditions for our Pension- requesting pictures instead of cuts be-| known. Vox Pop thanks God and the| ers?” Vox Pop recommends that the cause we want the pages of our souvenir | brethren for the confidence placed in| personal dues paid by Ministers at Program to present as much uniformity | him, in naming him one of the delegates.| Conference be standardized at three as possible. rie : After State primaries have been held|dollars and that ALL of it go to the SEND NAMES OF GENERAL CONFERENCE DELEGATES All pictures end materials or requisi-|the various committees will be com-|Pension Dep't. That the Department Bishops’ Council ” Sor amen tions for space should reach this office| pleted. Qur particular interest turns to| create and locate a home for those Lay Helpers nae Sceretaries of Annual Conferences| not Iater than January 10, 1940. The|the composition of the Committee on|unable to care for themselves. (Vox Stewards sey and Electoral Cofleges are requested to above stated fee for service charges }Revision, since that is the Committee|Pop has just the place in mind in the Class Leaders send to the Editor of the Christian Re-| should accompany all pictures, write-|on which Vox Pop served as Secretary} sunny South.) That we put the per Trustees corder names of ministerial and lay/|ups, or other statements. _ Jat the General Conference in 1936 and|centage of Dollar Money taken from Sunday School Sup't delegates to the General Conference as _____|has been named to-again serve. | Church Extension in 1936 to Pensions Missionary Presidents soon as they aro elected, i THE PROGRAM COMMITTEE | Vox Pop served as Secretary of that} definitely rather than just to finance. Choir Leaders _ Edw. C. Mitchell, Ass’t., Secretary | famed Committee and has been accused | Place a Penalty upon the Ministry for Deaconess’ The Connectional Council of the Af-|Morris Brown College, Atlanta, Ga.|of inserting the much | “Three-| failing to collect the ten cents ca Stewardess’ m rican Methodist Episcopal Church will — fla Mowed for Pensions. iiss Auxiliaries meet in its regular Winter session at NATIONAL FEDERATION OF COL. | Chur death of a minister his family Exhorters Atlanta, Georgia in Bethel A. M. E.| ORED WOMEN’S CLUBS EN- |ought b benefit graduated from Local Preachers Church, Wednesday, February 14th at| DORSES REV. H. M. CO! ought bi - five year service to fif Ht Part Il Noon. This is to be the most important i ae for twenty years service prov! “THE MINISTRY Preachers personal Life and Duties f Special Examination Courses of Study Duties of Pastors Preachers in Annual meeting of the Quadrennium and aff At the AnnuaF Meeting Held in] Men show ’ bao Ra Daye Att additional two Be delegates, alternates, all ministers and| - Boston, Mass. ‘ 8 Bea dues In:this eet _ laymembers interested in the welfare ie that the Pension a De- of our church and the coming General To the Bishops, art Of the By under Conference should be in Atlanta at and Delega’ f a field i to be Noon Wednesday, February 14, 1940, lence of the A.M. ie SNe pea | eS ee a THE CHRI ‘ - s TIAN RECORDER : PAGE THIRTEEN A Conference Deacons Tl. Sunday Sch ; 5 Elders TL Allen Des ee: it will be placed “On the Calendar” 6 oer Lague at the General Conference. Tesiding Elders G Part VII Yours { iscipli 7 Supernumeraries RITES AND CEREMONIES pe aw ei R 8 Superannuated (Remain the same‘ oes 1ORNSON, TR, é pe eee R. F. D. "Archery aes Plains, Ga. 10 Active Bishops E APPENDIX aie ains, Ga ll Reti 4 Chapter rae | ctired Bishops 1 . A. M. GREEN Part IV Conferences and Boun- = JUDICIAL 3 daries (Continued from page 1) Trial of Lay Members Districts and Assign- eee Sr Causes for Impeachment 3 ape of Editor en but the pic- I.- Trial of Iteneranit 3 Addresses of Bishops s son whic »pears above Preachers 8 Addresses of General by photogr r Scurlock Il. Trial of a General Officers 1 a wall Officer Part IX IV. Trial of an Active : INDEX Bishop As Secretary of the Committee on | tr V. Trial of a Retired Revision of the Previous General Con- X. Green had two s Bishop ference and a Member of the Com- d A. M VI eAnpeales oF Ts _|muttee to be vox pop would be g =: " TES zs ay Mem receive bills of proposed ceans BISHOP DAVIS VISITS WEST bers P ig Vil cAapeaeiecsenuners, would simplify the matter of INDIES Preschers and recording so reeeeenens VIN. Appeal of a General] "1% be ready re Officer On the first day, thus 1 States. 7 sishop IX. Appeal of a Bishop trom that great evil of e from X. Triers of Appeals ; x 2 Church Property Ages eet SU Tiaeat Bronercy the repealing clause (Gt If. General Church Prop- PO nee oo SO “A ee and your home a | I Chester oo ny ae the address given below, I ments : a Legal D t - Berea JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS I. Local Deed Il. Transfer of Property Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in color Each bank he TEMPORAL ECONOMY Articles of Incorpora- | Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 BOARDS AND SOCIETIES Chapter 1 Chapter 2 3 4 5 III. Mortgaging and Selling | Convenient size, 134 x 234 inches, and is ade Property bottom. The slot in the top is so arrang! soins once inse ‘ae IV. Disposing of and ac-| easily removed. Space on each bank for the number, name 4 ss of the quiring property collector. V. General Church Trus- tees VI. Bonding of General Officers Part V Ministerial Support . Support of Pastor Il. Support of Presiding Elder III. Support of a Bishop IV. Support of a General Officer V. Support of a Superan- nuate VI. Support of an Evange- list VII. Support of Widows and Orphans General Claims M PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER J. Dollar Money holds $1.00 No. 10D. Size, 3m x cover, suse a hundred, Etension in dimes, with plain cover. SAR ® iim aia ui, Church x Sit 5 ‘ - ee 0 } "i = Ct $4.08 a bemecod III. General Missions ve ~ ‘i cover. To bold Nat) T g i No, 6 1 S& inches. mg Ses eeiol $4.00 Role net 5 conte cach, powtoald ee V. Sunday ae ge a hundred, pos! S . VI. Allen C. E. League ay JUDSON COIN FOLDERS VII. Periodicals —_———_—— ; Auxiliaries ‘ 1. Parents Mite Mission- ary Societies é IL W. H..& F. 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Now abides in you that ever flowing love. Now Hope abides in you this way. Which one is the greatest? Faith abides in one’s confidence; Hope abides in one’s continuity of one’s in- dividuality; of course that me you are to have continued confidence in whom you are looking for something to be given vou or some favor granted by any individual, But Love is given you without either Faith or Hope. We don’t send love to anybody but we send gifts to our people because they have confidence in us, Then ought} The Love play the greater part in us? MRS. R. H. BURR, State Pres, W. H. & F. M PEORIA, ILLINOIS The Ist Quarterly Conference of the year was held at Ward Chapel A. M. E. Church, Sunday, December 3rd, Rev. J. A. Randolph, Pastor, Rey. C. E, Brooks, Presiding Elder. At 11:00 o'clock Dr. Brooks delivered a large and an inspiring sermon to appreciative audience. At 3:00 o'clock Rey. Ernest Scott, pastor of Bethel M. E. Church de- livered the communion sermon and his choir sang. His was also a splendid message, to the delight of all who PENNANTS These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive. Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department Junior Department Intermediate Department Senior Department Young People’ Department Contest Workers heard him, One hundred and throughout flity People communed Monday evening Quarterly Confer- ence was called to order by Dr. Brooks at 8:00 p. m. After the discip inary questions were completed the r cports from the cepartments of the church were read and the auxiliaries all of which showed in srovement over quarter. The Pre Elder was all smiles to not of Ward Chapel under t of Dr. Randolph, the increase he leadership We wish to 1 € special mention of tus work that he has done here since Cairo, he came one vear ago from Ilinois. We have remodele and » parsonage de and out; the membetship has ir eased both spirit- ually and financially The church is in fine conditio: bills being met when due. So \V Chapel can sing “Praise the Lord the fine leaders they have in th sons of Dr. Randolph p Pre 1 his and our eifi Brooks, The report showed that in ei weeks after conference they had raised $1,400 from all sources J. E. POWERS HARTFORD, CONN. Second arterly was held at Bethel A. M. EL December 10-11, The repor different boards and 0d. very S ing Elder, Dr. J. G. Drake, ir dignified and intelligent way an excellent sermon which elec the large crowd. Bethel is still one oi masterminders of the connection. N. C. McLEAN CHERRY STREET A. M. E CHURCH Dothan, Alabama The first quarterly conterer December 10th and 1th was qt spiring to the members and of Cherry Street A. M. E. Church. the tual fervor began with the i heen School period, and at the m evening service the congres over-shadowed with the Holy at which times the Rev. M. C Presiding Elder, preached t sermons, and the great Cher choir rendered enchanting music. Mond I conference was concluded night at whic liverec BG ference by Dr. I Shaw was presente C, Hatcher ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praise Him “Gospel Beacons” Just off the ye! Palms of Victo f Love,” “Palms © Nic Sn Nate of Gold,” ' Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies 3,50. 100 She $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. Write: EDWARD C. DEAS ‘si § Wabash Ave. Chicago, Conierence } auxiliaries were ay at 11:00 o'clock the Presid- the . leading Churches in New England with Dr. W, K. Hopes as pastor, one of the 4 { | T REV C. MILES, P. E DR S, BROOKINS, Pastor R. L. 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The pastor presented the Presiding El- a : presided Disciplinary Questions we: Officers for the Conference were elected, namely: Miss Catherine Bar- low, Secretary; Miss Nancy Hopes, Recording Secretary; Miss Lilla M. Wells. Reporter for the Christian Re- Prayer was led by Mrs. Townsend, | corder, and Mr. George Mathis, Mar- The roll of officers were called and $1.50 Music Hymnal t large number were in lowed by reports from all the clubs, Before the reports were adopted, Rey. W. K. Hopes commented on the reports and complimented all the clubs for the] Ch work which they are doing. Reports We also thank the Bj were then adopted, new pastor, Rey, F. G, ae for oy, Stewards were confirmed by the Pre- | his leadership we Batic, tt Undep siding Elder. Those Present were: will go forward. Me Me, Ziog Mr. Robt. Wells, Rufus Jones, Pete] . We are aiming at Harris, Walter Black, Roger Green, Praying to God for Hi Joseph Newsom, Robt Foster, Geo. members have been add Starling, Robt Travis, Edward Clark, | since Annual Conferen. Oliver Stringer, Wm. Clark, Simon] rett has organized tl McArthur and Jackson Laidler. ask you to read this p; Characters were Passed on the mem-| Zion grow. bers and found all in love and harmony} We were graced to have four with one another, Be Op an 18 blessing R ed to the Gu Ce and Rey hree clubs, , PEF and se Me on ministers present in this quarter a A rising vote of thanks was tendered} J. Q. Johnson, Revs. H. Bailey a the Presiding Elder for the splendid] Allen and WEE Brown, eh! way in which he presided the meeting. Conference dismissed singing, “God Be With You 'Till We Meet Again.” LILLA M. WELLS, REY. F. G. GARRETT p.,, DR. CC. TOWNSEND’ py MRS. 1. GILMORE. ae ee ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH Kinston, N. C, NEWARK, N. J. ; St. James A. M. E. Church Presented the Roland Hayes Glee Club of 50 voices on Thursday evening, December 14. in its debut recital at the Church. The affair was one of shining splendor, Each artist was a star of the first magnitude, H One would really have to hear the group to .appreciate the tone quality of their voices. Mr. George Rainey, a! fied manner how happy he was to senior of Wilberforce University, can-| the church take on new growth i not be complimented too highly for the ,# short period of time. After splendid way he has directed them to the Conference was Opened for b: success. And Miss Theresa C, Slade, |ness. Mrs. Harrison was elected S the accompanist, held. the audience ; tary. After «he Disciplinary Questions, spell-bound with the grace and ease | reports from all departments were read she displayed at the Piano. Only ob- | Sunday morning at 11 o'clock, Dr. I, H. jections of the superlative degree can | Alston spoke from Isaiah 62:11, subject describe her artistic manner. “The reward of the Holy.” In tt Miss Inez Vickers-gave readings which | afternoon he spoke from 1 Cor. Ist Were to every one’s liking. The unique | chapter, subject, “The Power of Go Quartet, and the Roland Hayes Quartet, | _ In the evening services he spoke fr: which is a special feature of the Glee Proverbs. It was a high day for S Club were encored. Other specialties | James A. M. E, Church. The messages on the program were solos by Mr. | will long be remembered in our hear John. Caviness, Miss Marian Porter, | Amount ‘raised $294.70, and. last but not least, Mr. George E. THRESA CREWS Rainey. Mr. Albert Cox, also a stu- dent of Wilberforce, displayed the genius of a seasoned orator by the ren-| The fourth and last Quarterly Con dition of Touissaint L Ouverture. The ‘ference of the Greater Hays Ch sole aim and purpose of the Glee Club A. M. E. Church was held with muc is to establish a scholarship fund to! success under the leadership of assist the young folk in their college able Pastor, Rev. W. M. Portis and « careers, and a worthy cause jt is. Miss much loved Presiding Elder, Dr. W. | Mary Louise Adams is President. The Hall. A man who sees no failure. \ advisory committee being, Rev. J. H. can say thank God our Presiding Elda: Slade. Mr, R. W. Edge and Mr. Roose-_ has led the Alexandria District Confe velt Lawson iy ‘ence safely thus far. We are askin the return of our pastor, Rey. W. | Portis and our Presiding Elder W. I MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE {Hall back to the District and Churc The Quarterly Conference of Mt. We were also graced with the presenc Zion A. M. E. Church was held Decem- | of Rev. and Mrs, C. J. D. Faucha, from ber 3rd, Dr. C. C. Townsend, Presiding the Fifth Episcopal District, Nort! Rev. A. J. Mattison, Pastor The first Quarterly Conference oj St. James A, M. FE. Church, Rocky Mount District was held night, December 8, 1939 at 7:30 0 The devotion was conducted by the pastor. After which the pastor int duced the Presiding Elder, Dr. I, } Alston who arose and stated in a digni- of the OAKDALE, LA. MINNIE HARDAWAY Elder. Rey. F. G. Garrett, pastor was ' Missouri Conference, also Mrs, C. ! present in Sunday School. The attend- Harvey. All reports _were good; the ance was large. Dr. Townsend encour- | Greater Hays Chapel is much pero’ & aged the young people. 11 A. M. he (under its present leaders. Total raise! preached a soul stirring sermon. His $200.37. ae ; text, Matt. 27:22, “What Shall I do! The W. H. & F. Missionary Socicty then with Jesus.” His subject was:!is doing fine under the present deader- “What will you do with Jesus.” Dr. ship of Mrs. L. C. Taylor, a woman 0! Townsend lifted our souls again in the no mean ability. She devotes all a evening services; he came back with best talent to her work. Piet a gospel message that seemed to suit the Elder’s eee Mrs. sie aes us casi i j Fas some very fine incouraging - ice his subject was: “Do you love 2 very Roe aur eens. SPECIAL ALL WOMEN’S EDITION, THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ne $FE ARTICLE ON PAGE FIVE
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  ===== DSC09073.JPG ===== ae. Ain THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER SIMON MAGUS IN ARKANSAS (Continued from page 9) you today. If I weren’t an old man, I} his crowd, even though he is a member would spit in your face.” Now onfof his conference, that they came into Wednesday night before the election, | the conference that very afternoon and Simon put on a big feast. He secured elected Blakely and Eskridge on the the cafe operated jn the building owned J first ballot. Showing clearly to Simon by he Wonder State Publishing Com-Jthat he was still in the gall of bitter- Pany where the Southern Recorder| ess and the bond of iniquity. It is Plant is now located. Each man, more {™y Prayer that the great editorial writ than fifty in number, many of them be. ten by Dr. Singleton, ; PAGE SIXTEEN wane ee .————___ E . \THE-OFFICIAL ORGAN- e | OF THE AFRICAN-METHODIST: EPISCOPAL CHURCH. SAAN OUR BROTHER; | = E XCI.—NO. 43 PHILADELPHIA, PA. THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 1940 PRICE FIVE CENTS ees BENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH DETROIT TRIUMPHS AGAIN ‘1TGAGE _ BURNED AT| from Campbell College, Jackson, Miss. DR. AVERY SPEAKS By Atty. Herbert Dudley EL A. M. E. CHURCH These matriculations well prepared — »| Were as follows: 5 fin®nciat Re Pe Stewards and Trustee, Processional—Sing this Morn, Choir, Invocation—(Congregation Standing) : Part IIL es Carol—First Noel, Choir. a man really |Solo—Star of the East, Mrs. E. Purvis. Carol—O Come Alt Ye Faithful, Chott Solo—O Holy Night, Mr. J. Wilson, Anthem—Daughters of Zion, Choir. Scripture Reading— Meals ranged from 60c up, and Simon] where Simon Magus lift cae SN Satis itl a ca i noir, paid the bill. Now after the “Feast of -he will meet a similar fate to that in Part IV Belshazzar” Simon invited all.of his the Arkansas Conference. Let us say Christmas Address—Rev. A. L i guests into the “Sanctum Sanctorium”|to him as Peter said to Simon of old, | Solo—Seeking for Me, Mis ee —the office of the Wonder State, andf“The money Perish with thee, because Johnson, Nene according to the testimony of men pres-j thou hast thought that the gi j : Sifts of God | Offerto: —Hallelujah i om a money bag, containing several] may be Purchased with money. Thou zs Nees ee Joe undred dollars, was brought in and{ hast neither part nor lot in thi i i _ ! ie is matter ; | Recessional—Sin thi hee Merde placed in the midst and as each man] for thy heart is not right in the sigtit Carol—Draw Nigh i ae oF aah ig pay. was sworn in and pledged to vote thefof God.” Be ah Salliford 7—Mrs, Mabel Bel] a: 8—Mrs. Mattie Hal |’ Extras .... 3 ¥ Walter Will lett, Steward Geng Betied 2 Rey. E. J. Jones for the Ministry of] The Rev. A. D. Avery, Presiding] With the General Conference only & zs enediction—Pastor; Weer a ee Pe ord |. Mt. Uni Pp to-day, the Co: i f the A.M.E.| Elder of the Raleigh District in the]a few months away the members of ticket, S é . 4—Henr « . Union, Penna. 0-day, the mnection of e A.M.E. ie ig) in a Ss av ne S ie Simon paid off. Then the last 2915 Center Street, Chant—Mizpah, Choir, 5—M aie ne —— Church should keep its eye open on] Western North Carolina Conference of | Ebenezer A. M. E. Ch e demon- instruction from Simon Magus, who Little Rock, Arkansas ts. Mildred Hook was ably assisted by other Simons, one ReVsAIe Criglar is Pastor of the | 6—Hubert Pate © the efficient. and progressive this man for he truly is an asset to|the A.M.E. Church and a candidate strating their enthu church, and Emmett Nelson and Mr. his com- i * oe 2 eee hip of our dearly beloved astor,| the same. for the Bishopric (in 1940) returned to} ing event by the spendid manner in — being from Philadelphia, claim- eae re Wm. E. Brown are director and 7—Genevieve Burden Ric Jy Fes burned He last} The Rev. Mr. Jones came to this} Greensboro last week after visiting an-] which they are gy behind their ing to be on a preaching mission in his ANNAPOLIS, MD. ganist, and president respecti i alg, Today's Collection ge Sunday, December 17, 1939} congregation when they were in a state | nual conferences in the southern states. | pastor, the Rev. ( orge W. Baber. home state, was that each man meet in Mt. Moriah Xmas Program Monda: ; Ate Cun a Ten Weeks Rally which brought | of despondency, membership low as 45] He spent several days at the East| Just recently, to wit, on December 22nd, the office for final instructions at one z. he Sum of $795.00. Rev. Jones is} now stands at 125 in a small town like | Florida Conference in Jacksonville, the} financial effort of some six weeks O'clock the day of the election. But MARION, INDIA Lon) Miieader and preacher of the frst| Mt. Union, Pa. He came to us six] West Alabama Conference in Bessemer} duration came to an end and more to the eternal credit of the men of the Part I HM NA Total for the two boards, mitude. Rev. Jones being ajyears ago and started immediately to|and the North Louisiana Conference in 500.00 was laid on the table as conference they had so much respect | Prelude—O Littl An after collection was raised ct of the Moody Institute of| renovate the entire church from bottom| Shreveport; stopping for brief visits ; 2. a go and the White Side Memorial } to top at a cost of $1100.00 and paid off}in Vicksburg, Montgomery, and At-|will be used to further pauses the le School of Pittsburgh, he also at-|a Mortgage of $1200.00. Next in order | lanta. mortgage indebtedness which has now , nation of this rally. This money ;] Our first quarterly meeting and con. ference was held in Bethel A. M. E, Church December 17-18, 1939, Dr. a6 Grand Total Ist Quarterly Conference . ‘ is ; i “speaking | been reduced from al sum ae R sided the Summer School at Wilber-|he said is a house for the preacher to] While the trip was not a “spea a = GO. Wallace, Presiding Elder, Robt, September Sth to December 17 © University and two years ago (Continued on page 13) tour,” Dr. Avery was invited to address | of $40,000.00 to approx ecei = i e wo ve to go a long way to LOOK! EXTRAORDINA RY VALUE me Secretary, H. L, P, Jones, Receipts for the Quarter fas honored with the Degree of D.D. | (Continued on page 13) a rons. i n sa bee way aera i Stewards ...... z y ind a more loyal, energet a 06 Sunday at 11:00 a. m, the Presiding | Trustees ‘ sponsive group of African Met Elder preached and administered the Sunday Schoo! Holy Communion to the members at Building Fund .. Hill Chapel in the Weaver Settle- Sons of Allen ... The many delegates and friends who iby Years of Negro Progress : will be coming to Detroit in May this year; may feel assured ment where will find a hearty and y e re ed ee oe oo se ¢ tion at E enezer. ak HYMNAL control the affairs of that section. Bas_ bade. ee BS ket dinners were served at the church.} Daughters of Allen ments, but in the fact and Mrs. Jennie Stewart served as secretary | Senior Stewardess . presenting to the Connecti of the conference, Junior Stewardess . Prof. Howard Weaver, Principal of | Choir the school is one of the leading charac- DISCIPLINE | pastor, the Rey. Geo Christian S. Smith, Mission fi as one of the Methodism, He is ters in that community. The financial Flower Fund |mamic spea cier, and TOGETHER teports of Hill Chapel prove good: {fo © 9° ibs cpu op sa x < pees C At 8:00 o'clock, Peecding 2Blden|=.: ©) Tots} $1246 = : ’ ; 2 Jis to aor ey es 2 Ree fe $1.50 Music Hymnal Wallace preached from the words “His aes nout he .: os Pacing aed ' Name Shall Be Called Emanuel.” Se a ae which have been ‘ Shouts of spiritual praises came from JENNIE STEWART built und s $.90 Disciplis.e pc SCSR OUR A CUBAN CHRISTMAS A $2.40 Value KI RB Y ue SH ’ M By Bishop R. C. Ransom =sj]-= Both For 2.00 S I M For over three hundred years the . ‘Trade Mark Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. Roman Catholic: Church: has: completes = ly dominated the religious life of the OK ‘ IRON TONIC AND ASTRINGENT : KIRBY’S M-I-M is an iron tonic whose chief ingredient is from a natural source. It has been sold for five years, has been used by thousands and we have hundreds of unsolicited testimonials praising the merits of our product. 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Patterson in 5 e Washington Carver. | \. ering with Dr, F. . of Dr. George Washing News / ee enezer Church, De- | tory of : Notices—Calendar i eR eR tT ~- , 1940, ATLANTA, GEORGIA ‘SPECIAL ALL WOMEN’S EDITION, THE SOUNCIL OF BISHOPS, FEBRUARY 15 ‘SER ARTICLE ON PAGE FIVE 10 716 8. 19th Street Philadelphia, Penna. ===== DSC09074.JPG ===== fe ae te = en eee ae cs : + PAGE TWO ‘THE CHRISTI didst not receive, why dost thou as if thou hadst not re a Grenada, St. Lucia and in more re- not lessen their guilt by letting the|cent years Po: Gentiles do their killing for them. A very great many people come wor- shiping and asking. T e x : : get that they y,.; THE CHRIST if he Dai ] yY A ] tar i jonas renew their Herength, Ame they | s IAN RECORDER PAGE THREE | ; ‘For who maketh thee to. ffcr frim Be Mines, eee Wany THE CHURCH SCHOOL priests and scribes. back to our childhood days in Trinidad, 4 : ~ another? and what hast thou that thou Bee The chief priests and the scribes did | ; 3 GRACE BEFORE yea), Riis wt ‘ yourself to God oa not received it?” — in who, because of his ightforward deali see a ihe ord of truth, has no reason to feel any shame. rto Rico, Martinique, so that while we were supposed to be 1 among strangers we were not foreign 4 to their customs, but, we were not Se ; I Cor. 4:7. Lord, grant that we may never rest in what we have; ea Accept. | . Pt our thanks for these bl * I differ from Thomas Carlyle in his “Essay on Burns” when he -declares : eins must be sufficient for him- i= eee self” but I agree wholeheart with SEARCH My him in his exclamation: aad mad|9 Lord (Oh Lord) em it is to hope for contentment to our infinite souls from the gifts of this extremely finite world!” ; (Search my heart) What large recipients we are; there]9 Lord (Oh Lord) Sear are such large gifts for us. Let us not|. (Search my heart) forget that satisfaction in what we have | Por you know when I’m Tight a can shut the door to greater bless- ‘Tm wrong. Ee ings. There is little of what we have that is worth our foolish boasting, |!’ your child (Oh Lord) S.., Read 1 Cor. 4:1-7, heart (Search my heart) Prayer: “Bless the Lord, O my soul,]!’™ your child (Oh Lord) §, nd all that is within me bless His} | heart (Search my heart) Holy Name.” Amen. x I’m your child (Oh Lord) Sea heart (Search my heart) Thursday, January 11 For you know when I’m right I’m wrong. ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT 3 “For we know in part.” 1 Cor, 13:9,| Take my hand (Oh Lord) § _ HYMNS THAT Liye Search my he (Search my heart) “a O Lord (Oh Lord) Sear ch my hey ch my hear, and will save them.—Amen. Saturday, January 6 2 A few days ago my wife lay serious- ly ill. The doctor came and with a “But I keep my body and bring it] troubled face pronounced her case in into subjection: lest that by any means, fhis judgment to be diptheria. The} ag, when I have preached to others, Ifonly positive method to determine was myself should be a castaway.”—I Cor.]to take a culture whereas her illness 9 27. was too grave to delay long enough to “Tt is not enough to preach purity, {hear from the results of a culture, He men must cease from lust; to exhort Jordered 20,000 units of antitoxin, which love, they must abandon hatred; tofhe injected, stating that if the case extol self-sacrifice, they must yield u: And as Jesus was going up to Je- lem; and the Son of man shall be de- ed unto the chief priests Il be raised up. ouldest thou? on say unto him, We are able. usalem, he took the twelve disciples} subject, who | » and on the way he said unto|much as facts, » 18 Behold, we go up to Jeru-Jis the best servai and | California, es; and they shall condemn him to] tise: safety, speed, skilled Pilots, y° 19 and shall deliver him unto] of achievement, food, beds, Gentiles to mock, and to scourge, | word—service. to crucify: and the third day he] cisco about hotels. I chose one on the educational system, Or maybe it is some inspiring teacher, in aimost any loves students quite as The greatest teacher nt. Get the literature about Planes to Notice what they adver- records costs; ina I wrote to San Fran- ground of service. Yes, it actually 20 Then came to him the mother of| seems that again the Master is right: sons of Zebedee with her sons, wor-| greatness is measured by service. A shipping him, and asking a certain thing} man is placed in “Who’s Who” not be- him. 21 And he said unto her, What} cause of the size of his house or the She saith unto him,]number of those who wait upon him, and that these my two sons may | but because of his service to humanity, sit, one on thy right hand, and one on|The merchant must serve, the singer y left hand, in thy kingdom. 22 But] must serve, the actor must serve, the Jesus answered and said, Ye know not} attorney must serve, the preacher must what ye ask. Are ye able to drink the] serve. cup that I am about to drink? They}man who most makes you want to be 23 He] good, to be like Christ. He must serve The greatest preacher is the for himself. The reason for the virtue of the ten may have been in the fact that they did not think of it as quickly as the two did. Count up those who are really great and see if it has not been their ministry which has made them great. PRAYER THOUGHT By William Chalmers Covert Our Lord, our Master, keep us, we pray Thee, mindful of Thine own ex- ample of humility, that there be not in us an undue sense of our importance. May we realize the simple elements of true greatness as revealed in Thy life and word and put away the cheap and fictitious standards by which we judge greatness in men about us. May we know the joy and power that lives in and flows from genuine humility and be permitted to harvest. the spiritual blessings that men reap when they ren-! had been preparing for several weeks and to the credit of the English people and the Cuban people, one of the finest programs ever executed was wit- nessed and heard by me and hundreds of others who filled our church house beyong its capacity, so that, standing room was at a premium; I am told that it was never thought the time would come when this church would be filled. The building is large but the most doubtful the successes were among the number who lavished praise upon the excellent exhibition. We are enclos- ing a program in part Spanish and English to indicate the nature of the work produced, as you will note it Was divided into parts, the first section which was occupied by the Ransom Jarvis College and the Children of the Church of God who Operate with a of Participants in this three of us in e functions. The section of which includes the Con- cert in English and Spanish by both x Choirs and an address by a young : t etre 1 my saith unto them, My cup indeed ye|you by stirring up your pure mind, by|4er service in Thy name. student’ whom we are preparing for seff; to vadora wit mee Sante te Toit ane ieee ie be “Lord grant that we may never rest i. Sins aise my heart) shall drink: but to sit on my right hand, stimulating your soul to noble action. Wilt a Shai rae ee the ministry, who is a Legs student ectese Ere Gh b pee 5 ey ; in what we know: ake my hand (Oh Lord) Se mm) and on my left hand, is not mine to Many a man loaded with honors, de-| Power those wh ‘e ow due to Graduate in June, t. Medado Di ci 7 ee e per: ect. : throat because the antitoxin or serum} Thy spirit hath much deeper things heart (Search my heart) give; but it is for them for whom it] grees and millinery fails to interest me, | STeatness by ruthless disregard of the 6f Sdutidgo de Cuba: d fimally, a James Allen, The Heavenly Life” | would completely destroy all diphtheria} — which he would show; Take my hand (Oh Lord) Sea: had Hae prepared of my Father. 24]I want some John the Baptist who is| tights of others and who in their pride Cantata, “Estrella de Belen” by the Each man is face to face with the] germs. In six hours true to the Phy-] We would know more from day to day, heart (Search my heart) And when the ten heard it, they were|burning up his soul in holy zeal and|hold not Thee in awe, nor respect the |p scla Domin its friends. The stern challenge of his own message; ]sician’s promise the soreness had van-| and wiser grow.” "| For you know when I’m right : moyed with indignation concerning the] service. The so-called church “service” | divinely bestowed rights of others. So renditions were very fine ‘and the ap- he himself decides whether he is al ished miraculously; and although quite 3 ici Wieia pea Olne: I’m wrong. two brethren. 25 But Jesus called them|may not serve at all. It may be only|honor, we pray Thee, those who serve) i356 tremendous, as usual it was zealous prophet with a searching mes-]ill for a few days, she soon recovered.| Jt is wisdom to know that we os 4 unto him, and said, Ye know that the|sounding brass and clanging cymbal.|in gentleness and humility, that men} oignioht when we repaired to our sage, or a contemptible charlatan, im-]The gift of science had saved her. for “resting in that little part. There |/™ prayin’ Lord (Oh Lord) S rulers of the Gentiles lord jt over them,]A church service serves when it con-|may see ota silos ani ae homes. piously chanting platitudes. There is no life so sinful that Christ will always be fragmentary. The range é heart (Search my heart) and their great ones exercise authority | nects _you with God. When simple ise fet e BSS iso ce ee Read I Peter 1:18-25. or God cannot redeem jt and make it of learning is too wide for an} ane Tm prayin’ Lord (Oh Lord) Search my over them. 26 Not so shall it be among and sincere, the service of hymns, aaa you Prayer: We lack, O Lord of life}every whit whole. Jesus remains God's man ever to comprehend. We Pa in heart (Search my heart) you: but whosoever would become) scriptures, prayers and sermon does|'t- er and Truth; but in whatever we fail,Jantitoxin for the dreaded disease of part. Nevertheless, that is no reason|!™ Prayin’ Lord (Oh Lord) S my great among you shall be your minister; | serve our esse ead : DAILY BIBLE READINGS may we not refuse to give ourselves | sin, for “resting” 4 i . Z - heart (Search my heart) 27 and whosoever would be first among] Today thinking men-are testing not ; . ; a ee ee ee resting” in that little part. There 5 Ch, Be hall be your servant: 28 even as| only every institution, but every word, Matthew 20:17-28. sermon in English but there were as up to the tremendous challenge off Read Eph. 2:1-8, are marvelous truths to be wrested| FOr you know when I’m right hen you: shall bey A ia wiitanalie the M. Matthew funy | Gubans ay Eaglishmieniany that the Living Word we bring. Amen. P We thank thee, O God, that from the universe: magic doois of I’m wrong. the e aes not sa et es He Pea ae peed piers re i (csr age a ap oa ceieenata rayer: We ee, a gee istered unto, bu minister, » UE ) ? a eter S:1-7. ° rites ‘ * = in | light await our entrance. Let us push ; 4 5 2 » Give his life a ransom for many. home, the stage, the farm, the school-) p> [uke 14:7-11. them worshipping side by side and beams sds the caael age eee forward. Tm Lea a ce a § ae TEXT: While we were yet |room, democracy, philosophy, oe F. Proverbs 22:1-9. ats ay a seth . ei, * : Read 1 Cor. 2:9-12, eae) eareh my hear A aate di s. Romans|science, recreation, music—every last 3 13-12-20. up with English peo ese RECAY POURING: Ou e 6 ae Prayer: Dear Lord, we see but a eee enon Lord) Search my = a ». | léis}| thing is being subjected to this labora- = ad 2:1-11. vices, so that, out of respect for their RADIANCE small beam from thy great universe heart (Search my heart) fd i hon tory test—what is it good for, what —The 20th Century Quarterly |sincerity we had to deviate somewhat “And they were all amazed....say- Taesday. January 9 of light. Quicken, we pray. our minds|1™ goin’ thru (Oh Lord) $<) 9) | THE LESSON BROUGHT DOWN {10 {ctl win! vader?” What good is with a pr the Lord's ing....What meaneth this? — Acts ¥ rorcauaisheud Thee. Halp ta cme heart (Search my heart) TO DATE the big college stadium? What good CHRISTMAS IN CUBA prayer in Eek, ae Se tobe th 2-12 ; aoe XCELSIOR wiser in the things of the Spirit. In For you know when I’m right a : By John R. Ewers is the Public Works? What good is (Las Pascuas) in Spanish, new Testament in English; Today men do not say of us, ‘What Not as though I had already at- I’m wrong. (As sung by Seni Tulsa, Okla.) Jesus Name. Amen. meaneth this?’ but rather they are ap* to say: ‘Whose funeral is this, and where is the corpse?” Rollin H. Walker. ‘ The great need of the hour is for that kind of men and women that the natives implored of a missionary as he was returning home and asked ‘ them what they wanted: “Send us,” Spiieiaeeeeuanen Eee “ < ” i is - ticks ese wvAre mon amezed at us or with ur? [eYe" We smuly “pat ouraslves on the | Wat ioe Gane ee Are we stirring men’s souls out of Pack and feel that we have scaled the| “<tting Go" a be aes smug complacency until they are po-]Steeps and reached the heights. “A hair a ‘datas, Fs on 4, ‘use eae sessed with spiritual discontent? Does |™’s teach should oc eee and find eaicney ae diversion itt our pastor give us soothing syrup or or_what's Heavens fort _| pursuits that Id ae thei gorien an energizing tonic? Do our hearts} The Period will not be placed be- ne ttieic ok ini x aie “burn within us” as we hear the Gos-|/ind progress in our day. te needed by all. Jes Gee tow toler pel message? cease to grow, we cease to live. sg He fina bed alee feengil ih Read Acts 11 1-12, Reade Gel 61-9. wihiae ake tained, either were already perfect.”— Phil. 3:12. ek “God grant that we may never rest in what we are; : There yet are glorious heights to climb, beateous but far; There is much progress still tho foes may bar.” Friday, January 12 “THE ART OF LETTING GO” “And he said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert. place, and rest awhile.” Mark 6:31, I read an article some time ago, from the trenchant pen of J. W. G. to make, The Master may not have set a new standard for greatness, but he certainly a sk why. It is great because of There you are—service. What good is education? What good is the church? What good is prayer? ‘stated the test of greatness in he all this talk about “peace?” What good triking terms when he said: “Thi, all this work for “relief?” What “greatest of a Te He Se sais good is war? These are testing days. ~. “What,” you say, are serv The hay, wood and stubble will go up at?” But now let us disinterestedly ina big bonfire. The gold, silver oe mine this idea. Name the greatest precious stones of real worth will en- taurant in your city. Name it sud dure. The testing fire is service. Every motive, word, deed, scheme, quality of the food, because os gi ambition must be put to one ek ection of the chef's art, because Of} ost does’ it serve humanity? ; lo ¥ © courtesy of the proprietor, because} 12.4 medicine? ‘Then let it serve. the excellence of what? The ser). need religion? Then let it serve. Do we need education? Then let it 0 is the greatest doctor in the serve. Do we need taxes? Then - ‘Think a minute now- The namelthem do people good. ane eat noted surgeon comes to mind, YS] | .sident is he who serves his = = ie name of ageneral practitioner.) 4.4 Is it not true? ‘ shi eae ‘Of these doctors are worked to pattern our lives on the idea 0! To the church through the Recorder remembrances of the seasons: One year ago we were in the good old U. S, A. in the city of Uniontown, Pennsylvania with our family and friends having hastened thereto from the city of Monongahela, where we had preached the Christmas sermon on the Sunday Morning, it was rather a snowy day but had cleared beautifully by the close of the morning service to per- mit us to find fair weather roads to our homes. The warmth of the greetings of my family and friends compensated for any inconvenience we may have en- countered on both ends of the trip, sitt- ing to a fine feast prepared such as a usual Christmas at home with all the ish, the filioque of which was in Spanish for the grati- the sermon was in E fication of our friends. Our daylight work was closed by the acceptance of an invitaion to a Christ- mas dinner at the home of the very fine family English people, Seven day adventist, one part of them, Epis- of copalian the other part; I shall not attempt to describe but it included all that you would have had the menu, in America plus some things left to the imagination; it was their intention to make us feel at home and not be lonely. We disributed more than 300 bags of ‘candy and other presents to the children and parents. I will report for Santiago later. GIVE US THE SUP- PORT WE NEED and we will give an account of ourselves. 2 3 4 ce ‘ : eap honors OF | trimmings. VIS withdrawing from the crowds and com- { h. They have little free time. ie rather than comfort, cheap h pears ason finds us out in the Ta Wy, rt lag ays Prayer: When we think how short ‘muning with His father. He was a : URNS ‘short, servants of humanity. 40 enjoyment. z abana, Monday, January 8 we are from the stature of the fulness | great lover of nature. Write. MRS. M. C. BUS of Christ, we are keenly conscious of] Read Isaiah 40:31, _ “ THE NEEDED ANTITOXIN our great need for improvement, O| Prayer: Lord God, Our Gracious “For by grace are ye saved thra|Merciful Father. Give us this day Father, may we find new strength and faith; and that not of yourselves: it) strength to attain, in Jesus Name.| renewed zeal in 1 f is the gift of God.”— Eph, 238. Amen. : | bodies and refresh minds. May 1124 E. Pulaski Street Fort Worth, Texas She has a wide reputation ** winner of souls. a ‘ou bring your ills, and they send y strong and well. Who is ést teacher? Very interest- he president of the college may best money-raiser, but who is’ falls POINTERS By Roy L, Smith It is a terrible thing when into the hands of any savior the chief southern Carribean midst the Latin people whose ability to celebrate the days of the Navidad or Pascuas is unsurpassed for our earliest recollec- tion with people of their type takes us SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER d, and conse: essing, It takes-as much intelligence to make quite prepared for the nature of the 4 ae erat y f i : pa ve 4 There are so many gifts from Thees| ¥se and us to Thy bees them to a EW oii January 21 the Sreatest teacher? Think again. rel Tequest as to make a wise|local celebration which begun practi- which we would crayer ns = eunanevof “TVICE, We ask § NI ANDARD OF Maybe it is some cultured, gentle soul ¥ cally a week ahead of time, and we 4 From foolish pride and lish ease| Be Pe viour, ‘ GREATNESS who presides over the lower grades, There are some things that even God | still are on the go. For our part we sel e r: i : ¢ > »} cannot do fi ‘ our spirits save.” Amen, Text: Matthew 20:17-28 who receives the little children into the Fa veo 208 a many RE must. do them ===== DSC09075.JPG ===== Sea Board Air Line Railwa: a is a 5 y, a| Court of Special S ro road which provides fast trains,| that he “has a ee fie cite comfortable accommodations wth | and has fir : Eracter t every modern convenience and| Mr. Paige happens to be a New ichols. ard :|_THE REVEREND a ___H. K. STRAUSER Cooper has been LLEN R _ ADVERTISING SERVICE TemMOoved from b at the Post Office at Philadel- phia, Penna. as Second Class Matter Bell—KINgsley 0497 Published Weekly George A. Singleton, Editor and At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. Bishop D. H. Sims, President _ Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President _ Contributing Editors: Carlyle F. _ Stewart, Josephine T. Washing- ton, TT. Jefferson Clement, Ho- & ward -D. Gregg, Milton § E _ Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson- Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V. Richardson. os other factors and selecting A arus ao THe He eons thought best fitted appointed oc 2 e job. i an M. E. Church, Pestkcna, = Ee ee DR. A. S. JACKSON, FINAN. cial Secretary attended the ba quet recently tendered Bish, H. Sims and Family and repre- | €conomy and efficiency the many departmental boards in the church should be done away with and [one connectional board set up in- stead, to which all heads of de- partments should make annual re- ports; that a certified public ac- countant make periodic examina- tions of the books and records. —— Certainly this wenn Deke ee THE QUARTERLY ‘5 CHE. sented the General Officers on the program. He left next morn- pensive. The tragic lesson taught |dule of the Beaufort Distri by the Sunday School situation | the South Carolina p ariieae ing for Waco, Teas, via his of. ought not be forgotten. On the] ference for 1940 has been ri P| tice tn Washington, D. C. . other hand the expense of holding | ceived from the Reverend Dr. 1. a board is too great for some de-| W. Wilborn, Presiding Elder a partments especially those which j receive no percentage of the Dol- as been African Texas, N. Y. TIMES a POINTED POINTS . [ ban- op D. OLD RECORDS OF BETHE,. Pittsburgh, Penna. have been dis- SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single covered by the Re d Dr 7 THE D y verend Dr. 1 Copy Sc lar Money. * cia} Sens EACONESS AND SO- M. Greene, Pastor, dated in 19% Address all correspondence to: The PORES EMS 9 aa OS lal Servic Departments of Quinn Interesting’ entries GA dhe ch Re Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th GOING TO DETROIT Chapel African M. E, Church, | record: “Traveli e churc h Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Louisville, Ky. is renderi g valua- Bishop Jabe L : Fed ag of = z ©. Campbell $4.60.’ ble service, having rece itly given THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 1940 financial aid to 5{ persons, . “Cash received and paid to ¢! Paid/Reverend Benjamin Arnei house rent for two families, made $10.10.” “Yellow fever Sffecers fie ea supplied two families | $20.00.” “Cash paid to Bishop Ta: Le ee pe ‘and spent: Over |ner as travelling expenses $6.84.’ .00 for Christmas baskets. The | “Cash received and paid to the Poiitie: G. Horace Jenkins is|Reverend S. T. Mitchell, Wilber- e SAterprising Pastor. — _ |force University as. Endowmen money, $23.59.” get there. But those who must do something else than visit Belle Isle, and Windsor. Important leg- islation is necessary. The Disci- You must consider that a prodigal pline must be revised as never course is like the sun’s; but not, like| before. The very best minds of his, recoverable.—Shakespeare. the church should be employed. Ambiguities, contradictions and| BISHOP D. H. SIMS WAS omigsions should be avoided. So| heard over Radio Station WPEN| IN 1886 REVERDY C. RAN. inany lawscpeed dobeuetaeeal at 4:00 P. M. Sunday, December |S©m was pastor of Manchest: aad “stated ae ee ohd’ Ge 24. He will be guest speaker at Mission. Today he is presiding guage. It is sincerely hoped that | Bethel, Philadelphia on Allen Day.| bishop of the Third Episcop:' parliamentary technicalities and rage T'do not fear to tread the path that | Politics will not be permitted to] ‘4NOTHER BEAUTIFUL PIC- i on ees: have long since trod; |obstruct the major objective,—a| tute of the African M. E. Sun-| CICERO SAID TO CATA et fae ie pals the gates and | good discipline. We must not let day School at Habana, Cuba has |line: “You shall live so long as In this world’s fight I’ve ne ae part it be said that the fathers did yes poo cs arene tue os merend nes = " ee ill since God is God He knows 4 |# better job than we. Signs pre-|J- W- Jarvis, Pastor and General {fate limits of Rome who will - well. saging improvement are yet to be Superintendent. : et seen. | EDITORIAL OF THE WEEK MERIT, NOT RACE WEEKLY THOUGHT WEEKLY POEM MY CREED THE.CHURCH PRAYS FOR the Reverend W. B. Baber, South Bend, Indiana, father of the entertaining pastor of the General Conference. fe will not turn His back on me and send me down to lowest hell; ecause I have not prayed aloud and _ shouted in the market place. is what we do, not what we say, that makes us worthy of His grace. +0 GOING TO ATLANTA THERE ARE 8,000,000 MEM- bers in the Methodist Church, resulting from the union of the M. E. Church, the M. E. Church South and the Methodist Pro- testant Church. The Bishops met | ee ————_—_____" in council for the first time the : MAN appoint- | first week of December in Chica- HE Saas a Myles Ajo. There was an urge for pace | ——==——— , of Special|and call to prayer. 8:58 A.M. Thursday, December 21, 4 . Sessions ought to surprise no one. ‘ é Me 1939. The Churchman sits with Dr. ruary 15-17, will necessitate much|M P. sf C. W. Abi the Federal Court 7 al, uc agistrate Paige worked his wa: “IF : + W. Abington in the Federal Cou travel, for a thousand or more th h 1. a ; A az We FAIL, THAT FAIL- of Nashville, Tenn. awaiting the hear- Mc hed axeuts ane rough law school, served as a/| ure shall not arise from a want of ing of the petition by the lawyers of will attend These being Peg fo ees: Spoentl oe the ict adherence to principle or at- the church for a receivership to be 22° : : . orkmen’s Compensation Divi- tion fideli int n chool Union. neetings before the General Con- : = sew te ee et ie Mintie ao De : , “Mayor LaGuardia’s The meeting of the Council of} ment. of Magistrate ishops and the Connectional Paige to the Court -ouncil at Atlanta, Ga., on Feb- : sion, and as Magistrate has|we assume.” : Chaplain H. E. Walden, and Dr. F- Re meets during the month | earned the good opinion of those} _—_- : : d e Sate Hae just entered. ee” of May at Detroit, Michigan. — | familiar with his work. Chief Jus-|_ EMANUEL AFRICAN M. E.|rsoby wno represents the ongesito _ We are urging the use of the|tice William R. Bayes of the Church, New York City on De-| has joined his associates, © Davies has just entered court standing. as stated the case. Attorne has spoken for the defendant. ‘Mr. Farmer is speaking for the n M. E. Church. Drs 80'S. [ii . Pinkston, N. B. Morton, Prof, A. Selby are here. r. Farmer represented the church r three hours without a break. The} 1 urchman sits again in . The lawyers are in place await. the Judge. The friends of the op- 4 ition are J. C. Caldwell, Jackson, E. S. Rose, J. B. Foxh P. Gray. The battle is about to again between right and wrong. udge has re-entered. speaks for the church. speaks | stand he is sworn. tions. money from Bryant. not present it. Had a reason. The case moyes on. ment for¢eful. facts. The Churchman prays. satisfactorily allegations made. cs adjourns. Caldwell, Gray, gathers around Messrs. Farmer, Denny, was a great moment. his rider were drowned in the sea. freedom. Yesterday the is, S. L. Howard, W. A. Lewis, |to us which the court | more jlems. n general. leaders of today. adopted Progress of our great Church? one who is in heart a strong advocate | ey G. L.} for young leadership in our Church. all, A.| We the pastors and laymen for in- begin | stance are duly satisfied with our pres- The}ent Bishop D. H. Sims, as Bishop of Mr. Farmer|the New York Conference and other And how he} conferences, I may add further that Bishop Sims has proved himself to be an efficient and stalwart young leader The defense calls Dr. Foxhall to the] and a true Judge of men with whom he He answers ques-|comes in contact, a big brother in the Claims he never received any|eyes of his men. The only weapon he Repeats it. The | brings to us is a small cane in his hand lawyer for the church confuses” him. | bearing the insigma, “Truth,” “Justice” All the while sees in the lawyer’s hand] and “Love” unlike others who carry a a canceled check for $300 made and | Big Stick. None of his men are afraid signed by “Ira T. Bryant” to J. B.|to approach him, No Sir! It may be on Foxhall in 1932, It had been endorsed | the sidewalks, in his office, it makes no and cashed. But held back and would] difference, he meets you with a smile and finds time to listen to your prob- But please do not for one mo- Mr. Farmer’s | ment think because of that loving smile mind works rapidly. Logic clear, argu.] you can swerve him from his opinion Marvelous array of|]or get him to see your way when your Finally | way is cloudy in his mind’s eye. the Judge gives an opinion that a Re-]other thing no one can persuade him ceiver should and will be appointed un- |against another. less lawyers for Bryant can answer | young leader is a keen observer and an Court |ardent listener in fact the term “small Foxhall,|men as generally used by some, re- Rose and G. L- Jackson quickly leave | ferring to men on Small Charges; this the court room while the Church group | does not come under the consideration of our Bishop. ; gives one a pl y | be looking forward each week for his subscribed copy. Your pen is bringing fresh inspiration and life to the Church “Christian Your work is an incentive fu N _ Proves the need of more] of the young intelligent minds as leaders of } sending our Church. Fresh impetus, fresh life Ww c and new inspiration, these are the main | in objectives. of our young and efficient |Q And so what can be| 10, 1939. to enhance the Tam An- Bishop Sims as a easure to| North Miss. Conference, Mound Bayou ALLIGATOR, MISS. District, St. James A.M.E. Church The members of St. James are thank- 1 to Rt.\Rey. S. L. Greene, Bishop Eighth Episcopal District for to us our new P. E., Rev. allace Jones and Rey. R. E. Hutch- son, Our new pastor. Our First uarterly Conference was held Dec. Rey. Jones chose for a text BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Matt. 11 :28-30. We had high services and he preached out of his soul and ery one who heard him was happy. We are proud of our P. E. and pastor and feel that under their leadership our church will grow stronger both spirit- ually and financially. —Mrs. Mary Charleston ATTAPULGUS, GA. The Bainbridge A. M. E. Church District Met at Whigham, Ga., Decem- ber the 14th, with Rev. W. B. Law- rence Pastor, who has always wanted to do something and those good sis- ters who had everything established on the ground. This was a Great Meet- ing. Rev. O. A. Flowers preached a noble sermon, one that suited the oc- casion. The Lord’s Supper was con- secrated by Dr. R. L. Smith, after which that loving Presiding Elder, Rev. F. Moore, made his address and asked for the expression of the brethren All of the new Pastors expressed them- selyes as being glad of being on the district and to stand by the program of the district; and all who were here He treats every man and Leftwich to congratulate them. It |alike according to his merit and so the The horse and| Delegates of the various Conferences are elected by their Brethren to go up to the 1940 General Conference with f The Churchman with Chap. H. E.|one objective that is, to bring back a Walden, the brave hero, and Prof.| Bishop Sims to us and let us fight for q Selby nears Harpers Ferry where in| the cause that lacks assistance for the 1859 a blow was struck for the Negro’s|wrong that needs resistance, for the Church of | tuture in the distance and the good that ‘Allen freed itself from the obnoxious |we can do by having Bishop Sims as }, domination of a would-be-dictator but ] our young Moses. Yours for success, Rey. Albert A. Medica now defeated, discredited, dejected, dis- owned, dishonored. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR —— NOT SO GOOD, BUT MINE i u Tampa, Fla. The Editor of The Christian Recorder Sir: Find enclosed check for one dollar and fifty cents for a year’s subscription to your paper. ITS MY CHURCH APER, but for some reason its not so good or as good as it has been when R. R. Wright was Editor, yet I feel it “my duty I should take itso Til try it iow for a year. Please see to it that Il get the 52 copies. Thanking you in advance. 5 Very truly, W.E Dr. Singleton: ’ rmit me here thru this medium to Gibson CHATTAHOOCHEE, FLORIDA forty. Conference, spiritually. The Presiding John 1:1-3 sermon and our feel glad and he spoke to ts. Sunday night 11;9-90, subject, ing for;” it was gratulate you in the efficiency of ing. He preached a w Oakgrove Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church Of the Apalachicola District Our Presiding Elder T. C. Kelley held the first Quarterly Conference of tthe conference year nineteen hundred Reports very good. We were very glad the good Lord with the new Elder in the chair. The conference was a high success Presiding Elder preached Sun- day at 11 o'clock, his text was found 1 His subject was “Love. vonderful soul-stirring hearts were made to did burn within us while his text was Hebrew “What are you look- another glorious meet- —Lilla Ford rejoiced for being in this meeting and A. BIVENS CAN THE A.M.E. CHURCH PAY ITS OBLIGATION TO ITS SUPERANNUATED Society has a permanent; deep root- ed obligation to its aged, its blind, its sick and unemployed It is a cruel illusion to pass laws which are mere promise without also ae WOMEN’S EDITION A special Women’s Edition of the Christian Recorder is being planned and will appear in the near future. Editorials will be written by Miss O. M. Diggs of the Chicago Bee and Mrs. Mayme Brown of the Louisiana Weekly. Special articles will be contributed by Mesdames. Mary McLeod Bethune, Sadie Mosselle Alexander, Juanita Mitchell, Crystal Bird Faussett, Lucy M. The Rev. G. Lincoln Caddelle Pastor Quinn Chapel Cleveland, Ohio W. E. Greatheart Mr. W. E Walker, partment, New York, N L kansas; The Greene, Little Re Rey. P. E. Womack, Austin, Texas; The Rev. F. L. Bouey, Pastor Due West Station, Due West, S. C.; The Rev. J. R. Groves, Pastor Bethel, Downingtown, Penna.; The Rev. S. H. Alexander, San Angelo, Texas; Evangelist Effie Manuel, Quinn Chapel, leveland, Ohio; Mrs Mable E. Groves, Bethel, Downingtown, Penna. Dr. J. C. And Presiding Elder, Pittsburgh, Penna. son taking measures to the fulfillment of that promise I don’t say close your eyes and have faith I say to you open your eyes look around 1 be convinced h 1 worship of God, a 2 heart was account- sacrifice witl ed ominous. s a limited and often led to secure some end or object ding many articles about uate minister, I thought I figures taken from re some report and the law ap- al report (1937-1938) shows, srannuates, 1806 widows and 299 ~hild children depe Discipline 1932, A.M.E, Revised page 397 reads thus: Class A $400 per year, Class B $300 per year, Class C $200 per year All widows of min- isters.50% of the class of their deceased husbands. Children under 14 years of Hughes, Christine Smith, Bertie DeLyles, Wilda Robinson, and others. The work of the women of the church will be featured in picture and story as never be- fore. Missionary officers, s0- cleties, clubs, groups, women’s organisations, evangelists and in- dividuals are requested to get in touch with the Editor without de. lay. It fs a ginnt undertaking, much time and careful planning are necessary. Your cooperation is requested.—The Ed 0 age $25 per year (This omitted in the 1936 Edition) All of the above beneficiaries to be paid as the condition of the Pension Fund will warrant Take Class B $300 per year for 397 ministers $118,800; 1806 widows at $150 per year $270,900; 299 children at $25 per year $7475, with a grand total of $397,175. ‘ In the same edition of the 1932 dis- cipline, page 396 (B) supplement. this fund by an annual assessment of 10¢ (Continued on page 13) ===== DSC09076.JPG ===== “ eral about two weeks ago? listic activities in the motor city for preacher and church builder who is a y ee Howell, the great preacher and much MH) OKO VD LIKE TO BE I'd like to be a friend of yours, A true, a faithful friend, The kind who loves you as you are, Ts loyal ’til the end, Not one who loves to laugh and joke And flatter “Just to stay,” i : But one who yearns to take your hand |e And help you long life’s way. nectional council, For this is all that I desire, To be forevermore Some one on whom you can depend When trouble stalks your door, ‘Someone in whom you can confide Your sorrows and your joys, And know you've trusted in a friend Who will not raise his voice. Sweetheart, I know life seldom grants Us more than but a bit Of all the cheerished little things We daily ask of Be And yet this bit is all I ask. If it will grant to me To be, forever, just the friend To you I’d like to be. SNAPPY STORIES | have a head.” ACCORDING TO THEIR MEAN. NESS “Befoah de plates war passed aroun’,”| View, on Friday afternoon. said Parson Johnsing, “I axed yo’ all| Milton Mickens delivered the morn to gib accawdin’ to yo’re means. after lookin’ at what de clooectors | preached at night ; isti brung back, I’se concluded yo’ hab gib-| visitors were Drs. L. L. Berry, Sec. ben accawdin’ to yo’re mean-ness.” of Church Extension; J. H. Clay- born, editor of the Southern Christian LIFE OF THE PARTY Recorder; R. S. Jenkins, Secretary of General Conferences; Mrs. L. Se aio A seryant girl announced to her mis_ Hughes, Connectional President tress that she was leaving. Pressed for a reason she said: say dat I was de life of dat funeral, hollered so. Swine to marry de groom corpse.” T. Stinson. ee ee eta OCCASIONAL FLASHES By Rev. Willard Leake I will begin my caledar’s year evange- 1940 as I did for the calendar year of | active, 1939, only this time I open with Dr. George W. Baber, the great scholar popular candidate for the Bishopric while last year I began with Dr. J. D. To Whom It May Concern: Council in Atlanta. e Smblah a ih ty hee Boers the head of this department should]at this service. Monday night at 8 an evangelist of ability. Any favor: }|SPend much of his time in those sec- shown her will be appreciated by '/tions where the church js weak and open of the denomination. = beloved pastor of St. Stephen. Dr. | Howell is the vice president of the con- vangelism, E. J. Howard and S. L. Greene, both have definitely declared themselves for the Central Okla. Con- ference. The writer was honored by |, to deliver the ordina- tion sermon. The Bishop also en- couraged the conference to endorse the port last week said among other things the church should have a department of. evangelism, said the Bishop “Any thing without a head can’t be of much The conference was great in every respect, the s fervor ran high and there was crease in all finances. The ordination sermon was preached by Dr. J. G. Robinson, editor of the A. M. E. Re_ piritual | Frank Madison Reid, the kind man; a. Texas, foremost president of the c ung | nectional council; J. H. Smith of Texas But| Message on Sunday and the writer and Prince F. Jackson of Texas; J. W. When|H. and F. M. Society, and V. M. Townsend, President of Connection: “Well, Miss Sally, you know dat fun-! Council and all the leaders of Miss. Dey do|and La. and J. B. Butler of Texas. T| Delegates elected to the General Con- Well, Miss Sally, P’se|ference were in the following order: of dat|Drs. J. C. Crow, John Jackson, and G. J. W. Hare, T. D. Driver and C. D.|P. E. al Hayden of Ala. Others in the field | but we are Dr. G. Wayman Blakely of Ark. P, and Dr. A. O. Wilson, Presiding elder of Greenville District, Miss. I will discuss general officers in next release. a a LE Why a Department of Evangelism: Because the work of an evangelist is to win souls to Christ and to revive individuals and collectives Christians| th that so often grow cold and become in_ I do not think we need to elect a Secretary-Treasurer of Evangelism to run revivals but I do think we need]a a departmental head to supervise | councellor.” evangelistic activities as is set forth g in my partial plan and the plan which| the music. I shall present in a more complete|the 7:30 Py form at the Bishops and connectional| dear pastor, Rev. E. L. Blake. This | I think the head|was another spiritual feast. “Daniel of this department should cooperate|saw the stone with the Bishops“in sponsoring and] not by hand.” We could ruthfully say should personally supervise great re-|it’s good to be ligious campaigns in various sections | went deep into the hearts of their au- of the church as the Bishops Council] dience as they opened the way to a new inspiration. The Senior Choir. sang | 17-18, 1939, Dr. J. G. Drake, P. E. Sunday, Dec. 17th at the A. M. serv-. ice, he delivered a powerful as weil as its amens. The Junior Choir rendered | made direct; however in my opinion P.M. the business of the quarter be~ gan. Devotion was led by the pastor, should conduct such efforts in small and | Isiah 35, “Jesus keep me near the cross” rural communities as will build up the| was sun ; membership and increase the influence|the P. E., Di _____|fiminaries the conference was or-|| prime, Ther com be reached at I have jast closed a great meeti i bert ec + L. Pole: i i Bro. David Redd an : ioe M. Thomas, Marshals ine sha Elizabeth Boone, reporter. Minut Y m sitting |the 2nd Quarter was Tead and Metropolitan A. tye M. E. Church of Ardmore, Okla. as Proved. Disciplinary questions: the guest of one of the finest women in i the church, Mrs. C, AN Clark Kei pees SEE. perree a great pastor and evangelist. This ‘ : blessed woman enjoyed a long and dis- | tinguished career as pastor and evange- list in the state of Texas and is now doing a fine work here. # $3,448.37 in treas. $203.80 Fisher and Mrs, Rebecca spoke on her work, missionary Sarizer. She is very anxious for the field: Drs. J. H. Clayborn, great Journalist, preacher and mal of men; Joseph Gomez, _ the great | was sung. Scholar, preacher and church builder] Bro. Geor, . é . Eliza Mason a nic Preacher, leader and big brother; D. ig oy 3 Ward Nichols, the scholar and friend; W. D. Miller, the great preacher; J. L. Butler of Georgia, the preacher and churchman; G. Wilbur Baber, leader with a smile; J. B. Butler also said he was a good member the fa Christian gentleman; his service j; of! the church was excellent. Peace had just passed on and much was of his good work. Then’the last vers: Hall of Tenn. who will present a fine booklet intitled “Church Money.” Dr. C. S. Stewart of Virginia; D. T. Bab_ cock and T. J. Davis of La.; J. S. and was loud in praise to both pastor Johnson and C. A. Gibbs of Fla.; R. {and members. This is the 3rd quarter A. Scott, W. M. E. Barnes, J. B. |but reports were asking for the return Walker, F. R. C. Durden of Miss. ; | of their pastor the 11th year. Also the He has not been with us long love him. Stewards paid the E. Conference closed by singing “God be with you ’till we meet again.’ Dr. J. G. Drake, P. E. Rev. E. L. Blake, Pastor —Elizabeth Boone P. E. was very pleased of the work _. Prescott, Ark. BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH Springfield, Mass. FRIENDLY COUNSEL When death occurs, or at any time, our door stands open for _ friendly counsel. We are always glad to-answer questions and show our beautiful funeral home and our complete, modern fa- _ cilities. But particularly at a time of grief, we offer our friendly counsel. The grief- stricken will find. unobtrusive "sympathy here and a_ ready willingness to take the burden of every detail off saddened shoulders. Ss WALTER C. BECKETT 216 W. Coulter St., Phila., Pa. - PHONE: GER. 0585 The third Onur Conference of € above named church was held Dec. spiritual-message. “The wonderful The church was loud in| This was followed up at M. by a sermon by our cut out the mountain here, for both messages g. Then the pastor presented Catherine R. Duff, gospel singer r. Drake. After pre now booking dates for ized. Mrs. Elizabeth | THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Se ee The Christian Recorder Pulpit By The Rev. Samuel W. Purvis, D.D. HOW FOLKS LIMIT GOD by the creatures He has created. wonder if any other of His creature: can so limit Him? Sreat scope of the universe, in its be- wildering vastness, amid its cosmic law. and forces, there is any! limit the Creator? there is not—not any thing is right here on FOR JANUARY 14 THE MOST FROM Ties d Rey, Mrs, &$ of . 6:9; John 10:15-17 ap- members this quarter 3 full Text: How oft did they Provoke him in the wilderness, and grieve him in Yea, they turned back and tempted God, and limited the Holy One of Israel. Psa. 78 :40-41. rintendent, leader, and the I committee of the society t down together and thought- a . d prayerfully consider together uestions: (1) Why do we have as part of a series on wor- he able to compel his return. like that, the Heavenly Father is limit. lem of the orig ed by perverse, obstinate, head-strong | casionally the human will from doing His own divine | evil. will for the children of men. enough, men _ have thought of God’s limiting them. He has} ness? been. saying, Thou shalt, and, Thou] pliment! Does God Men have thought all their] Whether He d limitations were thrust upon them by|t this illimitable God. The statement of the Psalmist shocks What particular points: can] Our notion of the omnipotence of God. But the thought of the writer is as God was delivering Israel, and they were limiting Him. He had brought them out of bondage, hymns that tell of the love and| divided the sea, led them with cloud of ess of God, that tell of Him as] smoke by day and pillar of fire by night. Have one or more Juniors|gave them water from the rocks and bread from the sky. There was no knowing how far and how much he would have done for His people, but, under what circumstances Jesus] according to the text, they provoked, Have the} grieved, tempted (tried), “and limited ler or the superintendent explain| the Holy One of Israel.” it is meant by the term Father applied to God. Then have the] offenses—their desire to turn back to iors point out all the things they} Egypt, murmuring ; k of when the term father is used, pointed Moses, their easy lapse into id see whether each of these qualities | idolatry, their hungering for leeks and Close with the] garlic and the fleshpots of Egypt. all of which, and more, we understand that the Israelites prevented God’s do- > God was never calied Father in the|ing certain things for them that He ' Old Testament. thought of Him then was as a far-away All reports fi i ‘aan showi s veloped from this meeting? Sete rh OBaRSR SS BRO. .C. MW. A it provide for the Juniors some | clear as the sun. d steps in their worship? 0 Do in the Meeting Jackson rive or- red to tell of instances when Je- ferred to God as His Father. Use d’s Prayer, taking care to ex- aniz , the the | missionaries to do full duty. Memoria) ker | service, Ist verse of “Asleep in Jesus” Silence prayer, all standing ge MacKenzie. His leade- it to His disciples. report of him. He was a member of the Trustee Board, Senior Choir, Big Brothers Club, and Male Chorus and a regular attendent of all. The pastor All Relative Things Limited The fact that anything is related to another thing makes that thing limit- conceit, selfishnes: rects us, as well and jay refer to God. ‘The Leader Explains on-|to his ashes. P. E. Wilson, a member of the N. Y. Conference for 50 years point beyond which education cannot and authority After thousands of years we way people} had purposed—but “they limited Him.” | help. ee aa ela Ab 900 B.C. the Israelites went out Being. He was the Creator, the Al-|can, and does, limit God. At first that|do not know yet how to govern our- | About 3 h : , , = i ible. mighty, the Judge. He brought sud-|seems impossil 3 ‘ selves | 7 a death on His enemies, He demand-| taught that God is omnipotent, that]is limited ed sacrifices on specially constructed i altars, and He punished sinners be- “cause of their disobedience. » But Jesus, who knew God best, been | selves or nations. Human conception|to battle against I ee Soe e oo We cannot conceive of But here and else-}anything beyond time or space, or be- where in the Scriptures we learn how] yond three dimensions. man limits his Deity. must be so; for if man can say Yes or|poetry for the Psalmist to speak so t jing toward Him. He| No to God, then is God limited. His] of the limitations of God's plans and cod war te perfect goodness may be thwarted by| purposes, of His being thwarted, if | t His children, and call-| the imperfection and intractableness of | we were not so familiar with that very ae oes ij is d when |the human material with which He is| thing in human relationships. ; oy cnt te wee Pot It seems strange that he] bring the truth down from the heights fl who were present knew that God|can be imprisoned in His own world; ] of Scriptural A Sonali is, all-powerful. id that God was loving, full of pity, sus prayed, and talked to His Father, | working. and everyday life. Su i i his| tell you of his purpose to do helpfu i them. 5. A father is generous to 3 h help a en nike When they ask he wants to}things for his people, but how bitter ‘so quickly or so surely into the | children. nce of God. While we ought to|respond. { Him in many other ways,—as 1 z o Jehovah, | Juniors decide In talking over these qualities let the | former will tell you how he has fought whether these things be-] for high idealism, but was defeated p : etites se whom he how should] the gross appetites of those w warmest, most|long to God. If they do, hov Sogdicn is will tell you how she is limited by hu- Almighty—our : ider means of approach is as children | they affect us? ne eer cart sities. So, too, the preach- God be a loving father and| man perversities. So, too, Hae ‘ er, teacher, editor, physician, even the “limited” by the Joying Father. e Juniors Talk there first be response to an st 1 ion, “What are the quali- ‘ he and let the answers | Father God to give to us? : 3. Can we think of God being our Father and not forgiving us? 4. How should we worship one who hem | js as near to us as 2 fat! ppearance,| Daily Verses his mind. | M., Jan. 8. Children {fl punish His children? ae ee 2. How much should we expect our nets pee ee reke Jesustoe Nazareth was the Son of Man-as well as the Son of God had miraculous power, and performed of a father?” t down on a blackboard. They appear something like this: : father shares many parts of him- with his children. H e, his character, his a dily features, and even father loves his children. sponsible for “Since Jesus was God, could He do a thing He chose?” The answer very like- ly would be, “He. surely could—any- 1 But He couldn't! Times and places there were when “He could do there no wonderful works.’ at Nazareth where He had been reared The reason His pow- + limited is given in the very next ‘o the statement of failure—“He marvelled because of their unbelief. All attempts upon human betterment may be valueless, because all good de- pends on human will and human char- Men limited Jesus’ works by of the Father. Matt. 5:44, 45a. _ Do the Father’s w eqaa os Matt. 7:21; 12:50 10. Pray to the Father them. He will|T., d them, educate them, a, antage within his] W., Jan. iti for 3. A father has ambitions a He wants them to be|T., Jan. 11. body and in mind, to become to have no wants in their F., Jan. f A father understands his He is patient with them|s., Ja are weak; he does not want suffer; he is not harsh with|§ ady. a eae since childhood The Father knows needs. Luke 12:27-30 12, The Father loves us n, 13. The Father's 14, Topie—2. God, Our PAGE SEVEN I|the Pharisees, the traditions of the S| elders; by their ignorance, and, mostly I wonder jf in the by their unbelief. Strange to say, if God is kind and benevolent in His in- s|tent toward men, there jis something thing else to]in the nature of man that can get back My surmise is, that | the limits of God’s graciousness. Right thing. . The only|here we can go. into deep water: Can this tiny planet—| it be that at times God sacrifices His man alone. In things that concern man,|divine omnipotence in favor of bene- man can block God’s benevolent pur- | volence ? Pose toward Him. If the father in the} mand, and men would parable was not able to restrain the} Woul younger son’s going away, neither was| The dilemma is as old as human folks Not un-}and human thinking. It is the prob- He could demand and com- have to accept. d there then be any evil extant? 1, continuance and oc- apparent triumph of Is God the Creator of the Devil— always | Prince of the air, and power of dark- That would be a doubtful com- permit evil? not, evil exists, and es like the g stumbled and staggered under the yoke|sanction pain? Hard questions! Our of His limitations how far, we could go, if it weren’t for} tion of some insc the limitations the Creator has put upon | would contai At least so it seems when we are trying to account for our lack of suc- en bay tree—at least Humanity has] for a time Does He will war, and We think how high, | only avenue of escape is the assump- rutable mystery which the solution of the prob_ lem if our human intellect could pene- trate so far How Do Men Limit God? I conjecture that we limit God in whatever way our ignorance, pride, in and will misdi_ Him geograph- ically, nationally, racially and even doc- trinally. mit Him to inspirational Notice how we woul our “great hours,” moments. We try to “place” Him! n-H ad, King of ated him the S ns signally gener- als of the to him “Their gods ar fore they were s let us fight a and surely we s they.” valleys! A not un ills; there God of the sometimes holier moments; we (Continued on SS CHARLES H CHEW, Jr. FUNERAL DIRECTOR 2121-23-25 Christian St. Phila. Telephone Established EVErgreen 2678 1890 JAMES H IRVIN | FUNERAL DIRECTOR Sacred Care of the Dead 743 N. 47th St Philadelphia A Nicey VESTED. C NDOES: SPIRITUAL: 'DEVOTIONMINSPIRE Fine materials, beautiful /(iM) work and pleasingly low prices characterize our Choir and Pulpit Gowns State your needs, Catalog ‘and samples on request. DeMauli 11M South Fourth St. HOIR =S Matt. 6:9; John 10:15-17. End by the formalism of “The Christian Endeay ; af ejudices, for their own good; and their. prej do wrong he readily forgives i ===== DSC09077.JPG ===== EMANCIPATION DAY SPEAKER | Street, Boston, where Crispus Attucks | and eighty thousand fell to offer the first blood to conse- b erate America freedom; Bunker Hill,} cumulated two and a half billion where the true aim of Peter Salem’s| lars of wealth. cee rifle helped stem the tide in favor of}- There are 23 Negro bank: American independence; Harper’s Fer- ry, where John Brown’s martyrdom | an annual business of about fifty million. lighted the camp fires of the Rhorthern | dollars. There are 30 Negro insurance. armies; and this Old Court House, here | companies naving in force 320,749,007, in St. Louis where the trial of Dred | premium income being $18,475,389.00. Scott, the escaping slave was held, | These companies employ ‘about nine | which trial resulted in the opinion by | thousand Negroes, several of whom are Judge Taney of the United States Su- a preme Court that “the Negro has no rights a white man is bound to respect.” This decision was one of the deciding | surgeons; 300 employed in the United influences in arousing the forces of]States Government Social Service freedom to strike for the destruction | Agencies; 1,246 lawyers; 2,732 of slavery. This decision made a]actors and 1,398 female actors; 1,500 potential slave catcher out of every} policemen and 50 policewomen, and white man and woman in the North. : In an opening clause in his decision, Judge Roger = Bg es “The | and achievement in the past 76 years of question is simply this: n a Negro, | freedom, this is no tim , BISHOP REVERDY C. RANSOM | whose ancestors were imported into | joice over the ones Ae tee this country and sold as slaves, be- : In the Old Court House, St. Louis Mo.|come a member of the political com- Under the Auspices of the Cooperative | munity formed and brought into ex- Civic Association January 1, 1940 istence by the Constitution of the | while some of the filth and mire of the} to the forth coming General Cont United States, and as such become en- 3 titled to all the rights and privileges: blood-hounds still on our trail. The|Gregg, the presiding Bishop and immunities guaranteed by that in- ‘ strument to the citizen?” Judge Taney handed down his de- When the discovery of Christopher ! Columbus snatched the Western Hemi- | cision sphere from the uncharted sea, there | wrought? What hath GodJ/afresh every day. The voice of our | for 1940. The unheard of thi In less than 84 years after | would-be masters still sell us down the | pened, he received the unanimou was set in motion the greatest influ- | Dred Scott was tried here in this build_| river into peonage, economic and in-|of the state. The resolution \ ence that has. ever touched the life} ing, we have by grace of the Demo-| dustrial bondage. of civilized man upon this planet. cratic Party a Negro judge, in the per-|ride among us this year of 1940 to re- | Springs (concured in by every The first European settlers here,|son of the Honorable Frank S. Bled- capture and drive us back into po-|present) telling of the great v found a vast continent of untamed |soe, presiding here, and the constable |fitical bondage. The Judge Taneys of | Dr. wilderness, wild beasts, undeveloped | here is a Negro, in the person of Mr.|today will be handing down decisions} circuit, station, metropolita: oF, that tear to shreds the-45th amendment | presiding Elder, and Editor of the This is a perfect yard stick to meas- | and deny us the protection of the law;|Southern Christian Recorder Indian refused to work with them for | ure the distance traveled by Americans | public sentiment is ceaselessly vigilant | viewed the entire career of Dr. (| its development, and the task was far | of African descent from Judge Taney’s | to “make the Negro know his place and |born, started as a public school beyond their numbers or their strength; | opinion up to now, and we have just|keep it.” Slavish Negroes, some of |er in his native state to the presen that is why they cast their eyes upon | fairly started on our way. the myriad millions of their brothers on the continent of Africa and brought |1940 in a men, unbridged rivers, an inviting cli- | Jordan W. Chambers. mate and a fertitle soil. From January 1, 1864 to January 1,|/hetray us to our enemies and op-| purchased by him, and his So: outstanding fields,|pressors. The flesh pots still tempt|to the A. M.-E, Church a: them here by force, to assist in the | Americans of African descent haye|many to turn back to the Egypt of in-|he had built up the Southern C tellectual, political, and social bondage. | Recorder, from a few hund The Negro Churches have approxi-|The spirit of slavery is not dead. It|scribers to more than twe The wave on wave of the black mil- | mately six million members. These are] stalks abroad to inspire intimidation |thousands. When he conclude: lions brought from Africa were held|served by more than forty thousand|and fear and with sepulchural voice to|ing the resolution for several These - churches~ support | speak against us in the hotel lobbies and |“CLAYBORN, CLAYBORN, 4 the Church and the State held that they | colleges for American Youth, which] drawing rooms of the North, while the] BORN”’—’HE IS PREPARED FOR were “naturally and inherently infer-|have equipment, plant, and grounds | bony fingers of its skelton hands spread] THE BISHOPRIC, HE IS RIPE" ior,” incapable of intellectual develop-| valued at about forty million dollars. | the virus of race and color prejudice in] Dr. Clayborn is Treasurer of Short The colored people have contributed | the citadel of civic life and social con-| College, has been for four y about four miflion dollars toward theif }tact, We must lay that ghost. Abra-]rendered the most unique and accur*t? Out of the backwardness of their | own education exclusive of the amount/ham Lincoln pronounced the death | report-last Tuesday at the State Trus: African inheritance, out of the depths | of taxes they have paid as citizens for|sentence upon slavery 76 years ago.|tee Board Meeting ‘we ever witne There |General Grant met General Lee at]He accounted for every penny system of slavery, faced with the de-]are 120 higher institutions of learning | Appomatox where’ both sheathed their | him, His records were exhibited, @ nial of the most elementary human] for Negroes with approximately forty |swords and pronounced slavery dead. }celed checks, receipts, vouchers atl rights and opportunity, scorned and| thousand students enrolled with about oppressed; there is nothing jn the his-| five thousand graduates. physical subjugation and development | achieved as follows: of our boundless natural resources. “to service and labor’—slavery. Both | ministers. ment, and in matters of religion “un- convertible.” of the degradation of the American|the support of public schools. Twenty-five |gird themselves anew to remove, Or| thousand dollars. He closed his tory of any people to equal the sur-shundred attend leading white univer-! circumvent, the barriers that are thrown , ports showing that the school, ‘ passing epic of the development and | sities and colleges in the North. About progress made by Americans of African | thirty thousand Negroes have descent in the past three hundred and | graduated from college. twenty-five years of their residence on American soil. across their path and courageously | College, had to its credit as * meet each enemy that challenges our | Balance, $617.28, this amount he turn advancement. We must never give place to fear and above all, we must cling to the abiding faith in God which upheld our fathers in a darker day than this. We must firmly resolve that it is our géal to attain the full and equal ‘enjoyment of everything America has to offer, in every department of its life. We must’ be free to make our contribution to all the things that will make our ‘country a better place in There are 315 recognized Negro news- 124 of these claim .a joint But we are met here today to cele- | circulation of 1,206,787; estimating that brate the seventy-sixth anniversary of | six persons read each paper, we have a Abraham Lincoin’s immortal Procla-| total of more than six million people But the|who read Negro newspapers. The freedom it proclaimed did not free the | combined real estate and machinery of slaves in Missouri, because the state of |twenty of the larger newspapers have Missouri was not in rebellion against }a value of two million dollars. the Government of the United States. They were later freed by act of the]of land, an area about equal to the states of New Hampshire, Vermont, There are certain places that hold | Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode historic value because of far-reaching | Island. Negroes own eight events that there occured. State | thousand homes, operate eight ht mation of Emancipation. Negroes own twenty million acres legislature of Missouri, kind of Negroes the white people want iis tbe, but what kind of Americans : farms, conduct | SOUT! HER seventy thousand businesses, have ac- | rf a * oa : EDitg e R ‘$, Capitalized at about two million dollars and doing est gift in our church. qualified actuaries. — - ; Negroes are active in many fields. There are about 4,100 physicians and we aoe male 4,601 soldiers. < Marvelous as has been our progress The walls of Jericho that confront us have not yet fallen down. Why look back along the road we have travelled THE REV. J. H. CLAYBORy Last Tuesday, the Arkansas « le 5 i ij mfer. slave pen still cling to us? There are}ence presided over by Bishop a wounds to our flesh caused by the slave | their state meeting, and unan driver’s lash may have healed, but the | endorsed Dr. J. H. Clayborn, » wounds to our minds and spirits bleed!only candidate for ‘episcopal ' open: e has ‘done his work as The overseers will}|by Dr. H. Thomas Prim, Clayborn, as an early it fight. ‘ 0. SHERMAN S. M. BALLARD J. W. NELSON S. E. KOLEN WM. EASON —Publicity Committee whom are in high places, continue to} He told of the great publishi -A CUBAN CHRISTMAS - (Continued from page 1) ed Americans of African descent must} every thing from five cents up ‘° te hurch. Because of that fact ed te th over to Bishop Gregg, the Preside | : of the Board and Chancellor of College, in cash. He was hailed # ARKANSAS’ greatest race financitt For the first time in the histor the College, a Treasurer rendered id d SO ae cece ee a ret th hundreds more waiting “members of the Board. Al! Pp" ee it as being correct and ite finest they had ever heard. Bis ; “ tale Gregg, then entered into the e at, if any, recogn! dred fifty in our school in personal appe which to five: aA 8s | meeting, and Dr. Clayborn was <i The question before us is not what|as the state’s only choice for ite Fe end send 1940, Detroit, Mich. He is en r first native Son to aspire to the © ] am printin oprie. Two other great men, Drs: | Continued on page 16) ly honored and respected by both white and colored, ago, his picture was pub- our leading daily paper, a splendid write-up con- s marvelous achievements less way in Arkansas. We ver known a race man’s cut up in one of our leading dailies, commending the one ikeness they carried. He is oughout the state as an traveler, author, business great preacher, big brother. will go to Detroit praying, g, voting for the election of Dr. layborn for Bishop. We shall stop- until we have convinced that he is what we know he that he is worthy of the office We shall work with those who illing to reciprocate. Help us one of our native Sons on the sh of Bishops-of the A. M. E. her, pastor, presiding elder, editor, e leader, civic worker. In more in- ces than one, he has put his life the altar for his race. He is fear- when it comes to taking a stand for the race’s right. In Louisiana, at Oakdale, 1938, attending an annual conference, he faced intimidations and all but death for members of our race. ie Associated Negro Press was loud ‘its praise of the stand he took in ple of Cuba. No Protestant de- §nation has been strongly repre- '@-in that island. Since the Revo- , a few years ago, hundreds of ands of Cubans have withdrawn that church and have no church ations or connections. It was the of thousands of these people “called the A.M.E. Church to “W. Jarvis, the superintendent } Confer kk there has a firm grip and District Council. jon of the situation as it relates : he , District met with S hurch, Pearson, Ga. Thursday, Dec. o'clock a.m. The op- hed by Rev. to me, the Christmas Sea-| C’ Be ene great festival of the | 14th, 1939 at 11 ekeee Bian a tits rand ce Wikon Aes : the young pastors of the District. After a highly spirit- nal opening conducted by Morris Brown, pastor Jones Chap- assisted by Revs. W. Lane, A. R- : and E. B. Anderson. The ad- Presiding Elder was a he laid special stress upon 1 urged the ministers o their God, them- Sanh. and their fellow conclusion of this very ce Presiding Elder was hurch was going to give to it. s ve four hundred students in| ual devotio i i i d| Rev. jal school in Santiago, an f ir Ha-| el Station, Waycross for|R. T. Brown, Ii -y city in Cuba, as soon as we | Cooper i Church and school to take} dress of the al to some of “Cooperation,” and i i Epi 1] and laity to ers in the Third Episcopa'| an y to ‘ just a little | selves, their church, us make a “Cuban | men. At the g the list be-| fine address th THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER were elevated to the |low to give the na and 1928 respectively ‘kansas, but both were sissippi. We are striving: ‘one of our own native . Clayborn, a man whom be worthy in every way those who cooperated in this work, ; We have taken it in; and sustain it. ple. Donations for Cuban Christmas Revs. C. T. H. Watkins—Brown C. A. McPherson—Youngstown, Ohio E. L. Liggins, Toledo, Ohio .... James Allen, Lee Chapel, Cleve- Ray Davis, St. Paul, Columbus, . Ohio A. C. Sumter, Mt. Vernon Ave. S. C. McMillan, Allen, Cleve- J. C. Gresham, Mount Vernon, Ohio Joseph Gomez, St. James, Cleve- A. E. Allen, St. James, Pitts- Cc. B. Pearl, North Street, Lincoln Caddell, West Park, I. H. Gary, Williamson, West Virginia .... ‘ C. F. Thompson, New Kensing- ¥. H. Mason, Bethel Church, Co- Herbert Robinson, Jones Taber- Grace Rossin, Newark, Ohio Wallace Wright, Middletown, P. A. Nichols, Wayman Church, Dayton, Ohio .---..-2ss05+ eee PASSES INTO HISTORY masterpiece; mes and amount of given a rising vote of thanks, for his good wise and fatherly council. L. Welch was elected secretary. Rev. Morris Brown, 4 Gaines Chapel A.M.E. Church, Way- cross, Ga. was introduced to the Coun- He expressed himself as being pleased to be associated with the Way- cross District, he also stated he was there to hold up his corner, and bring Gaines Chapel in with a round report. Rev. A. J. Glantar, pastor Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church responded. At 2:30 the council recessed for din- The new pastor of the Pearson Charge, the Rev. M. L. Zea the faithful members had things well Chapel, Cincinnati, Ohio .... $5.00] lined up. Heavenly providence laid Cuba on the door-step of the A. M. E. Church. we shall care for The money contributed reached Dr. Jarvis in Cuba before Christmas, so that in a sense, through him, the A. Church, played the part of Santa Claus to hundreds of Cuban peo- We were ushered on the out side of the Church where a long Leis Oe EE cea ita 1.00} table laden with every thing good to 8.00} eat had been spread, where we ate to land; Ohio en sees ae 1.00] Council re-assembled, the budgets for the year’s work were given out, the Se! oak eva 6.00] various committees made their reports Rev. L. W. Lane, the popular pastor Church, Columbus, Ohio .... 7.44]of the Homeville Charge where the session of the Georgia Annual land: Ohniowr (yao sas few ol « 1.00} Conference will be held, was loud in Alonzo Ware, Marysville, Ohio .. 1.00} his praise of Presiding Elder Stephens for his faithful service rendered the aA the past year, C. H. Young, Elyria, Ohio ...... 1.00} brother that he had proven to be, to IC. R. Goggins, McKeesport, Pa. 2.00' the ministers of the Waycross District G. L. Hicks, Xenia, Ohio ...... 1,55| The ministers and laymen pledged the Presiding Elder their Tani OIG seen tale cate as any an 6.80 | port. It is to be remembered that Presiding burg, Pennsylvania ......... 5.00 | Elder Stephens is the oldest minister in the Georgia Conference (from the Springfield, Ohio .......... 2.00 | standpoint of service) with an unbroken 1.00 | District PAGE NINE eS FACING THE FACTS By J. P. Q. Wallace The personel of the next general con- ference is fixed. It will consist of some six-hundred and twenty five delegates. It will be their responsibility to form. ulate a program-te regulate and guide our Allen for the next four years. The success or failure of our church rests with them. Our greatest problem will be to com- bat ‘selfish motives. and cope with tricksters who are now organizing cliques to defeat the will of the ma- jority. The interest of Christ’s kingdom and the church should be paramount in the mind of every delegate. The greatest need of the church today is a PERSON. AL CONSCIOUS VITAL CHRIS- TIANITY. There are too many non- Christian forces operating in our ranks, from the bench of bishops down 1 the pulpit and into the pew. They are religious and full of zeal, but Christ is | at of t lives. Christ is not tk as ¢ s controlling force lives are as a ship with- out a rudder In selecting Bishops, we must use care, to be sure, are choosing men for that office—not merely great scholars, gifted 5 iers or church builders, but b be sure that His thirty years of service as Cleveland, Ohio ......-.-..- 1.00|a Christian minister all has been in the Georgia Conference. He has never 1.00} failed in a report, has alwz care of any appointment given him, ton, Pennsylvania ......--.+ 2.00 | without complaining. He has pulled up by his own boot straps, and made his way in the church inspite of opposition. He pastored successfully for twenty nine years, and is making the second year as Presiding Elder of the Way- The ministers and lay- men of the District are glad of his re- turn for another year. large audience re-assembled, with the lumbus, Ohio ........++-+5+ 1.00 D. O. Walker, Wilberforce, O. 8.07 nacle, Cincinnati, Ohio ...... 2.00 cross District. ss i i iety) 1.2... 2.50 (Ladies Aid Socie y) Ret letas ODIO Perse esses eras 5.00 _ H. McBee, Clartown, Penna. 1.00 im anh spirited opening the Presiding ; presented Rev. L. W. Lane, pastor of Homeville charge to preach the ser- THE ANNUAL SESSION OF THE WAYCROSS DISTRICT COUNCIL thoughtful, the hous¢ with spiritual fire, we rejoiced in the God of our salvation this great sermon the , was rendered, Welcome in e Citizens of Pearson, Prof. Chatfield; Welcome in behalf o t A.M.E. Church, Miss Annie At the close of i oc yelcome Rey. D. W. Stephens, Presiding El- local. welcome der of the Waycross District, Georgia ence holds a “record breaking” The District Council of the Waycross - St. James A.M.E. y Sat Cox, Josephine Washington, Mrs. A. L. Stephens, the be- loved wife of the Presiding Elder in Thus closed one of glowing terms. : ttended councils the best and largest @ —Sister Sarah Gillyard A Chur they now poss te of the Christ-spirit—“T know and love the C rove the same by their daily activities We are fa A ne’ This old master has had its d un a bishops mus Christian. That will show its se his dealing with his 1al conference. If 1 be a big hers in ¢ brother, not a t abusive mas with that ty conferenc There ristianity there The men are cowards They serve a master fear—y they hate Christian ention to osters him—all ¢ spirit—so le the Christian character of the men we elevate. Is his life the proper type that tes the Christ life? Then add to emt this all of the other affects and achievements you can f nd at type, it does not make If he is ; any difference from what section of the church he hails He is God's man, snd God will use him to glorify his kingdom; but if not God’s man, woe be to the men who have to serve under him jf elected es We speak of having an evangelistic department. What good would it do? Today evangelism has come to be a financial racket. Many of those who conduct them have peculiar shady parts, and strong present suspicions. They may have gifts but not much grace and no real spirit power Emotionalism is not spirit power— neither are those sob mother stories, which wound the heart a new spiritual. Se ee eames So ate We must have a new type of evange- A Church Paper in Every Home Better Home and Church The progress of this age de- lism. nls mands it—meet to the conditions of to- day. What are the conditions? Just what our schools have made them. The Bible has not changed, neither has human nature changed but there (Continued on page 16) ===== DSC09078.JPG ===== PAGE TEN ee : News At A : 1 on from $68,000 to approximately $38,900. Under his direction, D. T. BABCOCK ACCLAIMED FOR RELIGIOUS WORK IN GEORGIA, “BIG BETHEL” PASTOR HAS UNEXCELLED RECORD FOR LEADERSHIP - ATLANTA, GA.—(HNS) — Unques- tionably one of the country’s foremost the monstrous | wood Broun, edifice has been renovated and the | p: beautifully appointed Plaza and Anti-, Room rebuilt. A graduate of Morris Brown College, the untiring Dr. Babcock has support- ed his Alma Mater one hundred per] in cent. For the past five years he has fight 18, at the age widely known for his outstanding con- Fear. for Cheetion. eduesign. tributions in the ministry is today be- — Be MEReer gaa has ° ing acclaimed by persons in all walks eased by - A firm believer in of life, as the result of Particular at- the higher etincation, of Nerves tention being paid to his remarkable work. Dr. Babcock, a native Georgian who started in life as a boy Preacher, was licensed in 1912. In 1916 he gained ad- mission to the North Georgian Con- ference of the A. M. E. Church, and having pastored from mission churches, case, the N.A he | the newspaper to the educational progress of many his effort to remain in school, has add- ed more than 1,000 members ‘to “Big | th Bethel” during his remarkable admin- istration. Considered to be the most e Committee, Cathedral here members, gained sufficient experience ber 20 cember 20. to enable him to maintain the magni- ficient “Big Bethel,” which today has a membership of more than 3,000. This distinguished religionist has been in Atlanta for almost 30 years, and has , been a constant contributor to things civic. A dynamic figure at all. con- ferences of his denomination through- | out the country, Dr. Babcock has maintained his Present charge in an exemplary manner. Within the short space of six years during which period he has labored assiduously in his min- isterial duties, he has succeeded in re- ducing the indebtedness of the church Persons everywhere, is presently busy making preparations for the Bishop’s Council mecting which will be held at his church in February. federacy “had HEYWOOD BROWN WAS MILI. the writer was TANT FRIEND OF THE NEGRO, SAYS WALTER WHITE a militant friend of the Negro, who day in and day out kept faith with his be- all Americans whatever their color or creed.” race, colored printer. BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS uary 1, 1940, he as eT nunion Set. > haiaeg. Send for New Catalogs. 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December of 51. the famous Scottsboro man was “always in the Ss € National Legal Ss) Thursday morning, De_ ai P h: gone with the wind,” born in Danville, Vir- 20 Now I am The second His name is Frank U. was one hundred years the or’s Individual Communion Set At last a new inexpensive practical ; and durable Pastor’s Individual Com- § union Set will make taken—the shut-in, the | hy} isters Alliance hayin fest, sincere helpmate, Arrington, back through association, have blazed the Your good wife has ever been p fulfilled promise of our dear his beloved disciples, “I wi] | you forever.” the darkest hou of your [if in your behalf. share with you your sorro thinks I hear the voice of . holds the key of death sa in the lis not dead but sleeping § writing ldead but i about a Htanguage of a) eae old. the Treasury Department a: the Government Printing off beer retired since 1922. Carolina, the son of Slay taught school, became a ju peace and served as a Cour missioner, in the Country State where he was born. government service was a printer ers of the Tntet-Denominat;,, Nal Mi? IS receivey 3 as an en) You, the ye embe Brot Brothe| Tothe | ides being the oldest m vangelism upon the Pacific ide as comforter. But rem ber th g nother comforter which Will abig We wish to assure you t rayers of your ministerj| . ave gone up to our Heaye We, each « Ot as others who have no ho: sleeping.” And another : He was formerly em d in Born in 1840 in the State His pests HATS ie the Government Printing at TMENTS Bee _ | Washington, D. C. where bh ed CHURCH Origin, Doctrines, Government, continuously from 1897 to 1922. He HANGINGS Usages, Eokias Progress owns his own home, is married to é EMBROIDERIES (A'Sceratic Exposition) noble woman to whom he gives grt! YARD _ By credit. He attributes his long life “? GOODS . James H. Smith, D.D. regular habits, wholesome food a’ ” TRIMMINGS - With an Introduction by [| plenty sleep.” STOLES The Rt. Rev, Sherman L. Greene, I am requesting longlifers ACADEMIC , AM. DD. H birthday card to this gallant cc: CAPS Price, 1.50 per copy Jjon his natal celebration. F Send all orders to Rev. J. H. do I urge printers and memb¢ Smith, 509 Grove Street Fourth Estate to help honor one of ~ - Fort Worth, Texas own, who so richly deserves hon a — —Thomas Wallace Swat Bare PAGE ELEVEN es THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 3 tro its kind s tr i always remember it, I accept this /remember that this holiday season rep “ al 5 » > & them by God. I i hes to the Sroup of work-| gift for her with mary, many thanks. |resents the birth of Jesus Christ, our His name |ers for their faithful service. I know Lord, and that you should not do any- beauty came. |that the success could not have been, ne be, lost if it had not been for you. I therefore join with you in praise and thanksgiving to God for leading us and keeping us to this day. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New. Year. Z MRS. WILLIAMS GIVES THANKS TO EMPLOYEES OVER LONG DISTANCE ’PHONE Dear Employees of the Book Concern of the A. M. E. Church: I received my gift this morning by special delivery, and itsis the dearest gift I have ever received. I have prayed that my son would render ser- vice to the church and to the public unselfishly, and thru him others would thing that will reflect upon Him. I present you these gifts as a token of appreciation for your faithful ser- vice this year, and I wish you a Merry Christmas, and a very Happy and Suc- cessful New Year. Miss Grandy made presentation te Manager on behalf of the em- ployees. The Christmas carols were sung. The Manager then led in prayer. Benediction by Bishop D. H. Sims. This lev some pain. e’s heavy load ‘© this one lend other to befriend. the arris, President lerick Mitchell, Sec. be blessed, and I am happy to know|closed a very cheerful meeting of that my prayer has been answered. |the employees of the A. M. E. Book 6 MISS. I am also happy to know that the Concern. employees of the A. M. E. Book Con- cern are so full of gratitude and courage, to express it by presenting to me this beautiful gift. I receive this with thanks and shall pray God’s choice blessing upon you, and that my son, George shall render greater service, and that he will con- Conference, Mound District - M. E. Church. FOR THE A. M. E. CHURCH REVIEW New Year—1940 a royal reception was loved pastor, Rev. R. who has successfully ral Officers Ject of the Gen- To the Bishops and Del t two years and led the t : District. Many gifts tinue to be a blessing to others. I eral Co ere given him and in wish you a Merry Christmas and a “eta i Re iat s he thanked the members Happy New ae ie: Tih ore : : i Ms ae Sia * 2 ei a TOUISE CURRY. WILLIAMS in the thought | of our Church. I Bee te: Pale P. O. Box 674, Rt. 6 am convinced that at no time was the Br haan South Jacksonville, Florida need more evident than Re marke The token for his loyalty the} yrrs, LOUISE CURRY WILLIAMS Raised in our last very our Churct To § MANAGER CURRY PRESENTS ; GIFTS TO ALL THE EMPLOYEES 2.50 50. Rev. George E. Curry’s Mother was ership asked the return of|honored by the employees of the A. self: N 3 < Concern. The presenta- s et : ‘u ev. C. S. Jones and Rey.|M. E. Book : aa : : Posse ge ag) hinso: BS another con-| tion was made by Miss Arnita Grandy.|My dear co-workers and Friends: i to i Ss ieee: cchinson She made the following statement: I am thankful to God ay ot ee se ee Ronis apts a r 5 is time, in this meet-| that faith and to sh¢ mately 3 Dr. George E. Curry, on behalf of|us together at thi Pea ticks os sieies ining i cee ing of fellowship. This day one year ago, we met in this room to give God thanks for His goodness towards us, and so, we are here again for the same purpose. and to di the employees of the A. M. E. Book AHASSEE, FLORIDA Concern, I present this sift to es 3rd Annual Session of the|for your Mother, to let_her know. oa la Conference met with Greater|we appreciate the service of her son, of those who hold in a constructive the relation of the fa E. Church to the J nd that we have enjoyed working AL, Heueshee tas relisict A. M. E. Church, Dr. U. Z. Se him as our Manager for this| J want to thank you for all you have volved in _comtemy a, pastor; Dr. E. J. W. Day,| with 5 z done to help carry on this year. I} thought ist If given the edito’ year. also want to thank Bishop Sims for the us this Rev. H. Y. Tookes pre- ey. C. J. Reed, pastor of preached the annual sermon E. Church Review, I It is true that we do not know work to make the Review f her in person, but we have learned to love her by the good work that great support he has given thi year in advice, money, and in spirit. high aims Ls iritual Wea : TRae y that I needed full of thought and a +,-|you have done. Please accept this gift) Many times it was moncy ae es Yours for an Effective Relig , pemuvon ae ae spl for her in the spirit it is given. to meet our payrolls, se ane a é Journalism, geek EM. Tookes, he The gift was received by Mrs, D. H.}always responded stab “ Sims for | EDWARD ERNEST TYLER e Presiding somal fe es Sims, who said, “A man’s weakness is him. I want to a we Bice ae Allen A. M. E. Church i eS ‘on- s, 2 i irit she has giv 8, PRE GeS Rate @ organization “of the his Mother,” and I am sure that when|the very fine spirit she Yamaica, No ¥ also for furnishing the music for si occasion. May the blessings ot 30d and that you may he Rev. C. H. Dudly, Chief & Rev. Willie Jones, Record- y; Rev. S. D. Cooper, “Secretary. Next the re- ‘districts were fine. The gates to General Confer- A. I. G. Richardson, Rev. ett, Rev. N. Z. Graham. you present this gift to Dr. Curry, your Manager, for his Mother, you have ; touched his tender spot, and he will be upon. you all, A. M. E. MUSIC | HYMNALS HOUSTON, TEXAS Rev. E. M of the Houston residing ishop, H. Y. Tookes is ign a unig eaneneta : : t cleven rk in Florida and we : His eee leads. Edward Waters Brand new A.M.E. Music Sisk Sa a veydu kent i . } i i Be a toe wi At eigh ing wonderful work. ae Hymnals, Bound in ise your promis with ope aig closed with success and 2 Morocco with Head Bands }| p. M. his subject w aS! Ciendabata = ee nd Beautifully stampc1 in J} in the business part of bic CON ee a everybody if they se be nou re offered at these Mrs. A. E re a e would not leave dis-j old a Secretary, and Mr. Jet estions Prices. Marshal. After disciplinary questions, I. Twiggs reports were read by the class leader, Be : F arious clubs, the : i — — $ B5B TP) ana chairmen of the various ¢ f cH TMAS MEET- sei tgs ae Elder commended the caer NT eee $ 6.56 ]| members for their splendid work. a Rie ia Half Doz. ne i. of the members seemed to be ve — $17.00 with our new Sates ioe re a ae inci x Le: - soved his fatherly advice. s delivered the princi- One Doz eG ic big year’s work cing forward for a c : pana We raised in the ng a total for The Presiding e and happy: L, E. Shilaw under his leadership V union quarter $40, maki the quarter $117.68 Elder left feeling fin —Mrs or the occasion. He Mail Your Orders Today fae ofthe A. M. E. We Pay Postage he best condition that fifty years. Dr. Curry, done the biggest job Book Concern that since Richard Allen. ed to have anyone ect our plant. It stands other concern of A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN TIG-18 So. 19th Street. Philadelphia, Pa SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER os ===== DSC09079.JPG ===== aut ig THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER BISHOPS AND CONNECTIONAL COUN February 15-17, 1940. PAGE THIRTEEN MORTGAGE BURNED AT BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH Therefore this regulation may fore show a good intention, but cannot be a law as it is impossible to carry it out. LAY DELEGATES FARES TO ATLANTA, GA. ference; Annual Conference and Gen- . eral Conference; Sunday School Con- vention, Presiding Elder Assessment, page 1) Round Trip _ Regular Round Trip Pullman One-Way | J2"@ry 240 a (Continued from page 1) Clergy Clergy Coach Ist Class Lower U; Pastor’ lary, zs las: peas Drees Orlando : : . astor’s salary, current expense, re- : From Coach Ist Class 15 days 30 days Berth Berth ae Ww. 4H . Me. g Taking under consideration that the|pairs, Taxes, improvements on old New York $19.50 $26.00 $26.95 $41.85 $6.85 $5.20 | ingto: a Picket, general officers are receiving 50% of| buildings, and funds to build new % P hia * ie Ga pa agi alia al ar Spy " v he Wey i rae salary, and that it will take as|churches and parsonages. ae 70. “4 3 a * ¢s. Wy much again to pay the superannuates A ces ‘ ss - eomprete 14.00 20.40 19.05 (31.05 5.25 4.00 18.90 February 21— Sout), al srePerould SHavee ts Saree tO iseaelh As oe the present law we will be sk = 12.80 19.20 17.30 28.75 5.25 4.00 18.90 Miami, Fla. ul Present assessment. Speone ae a ee eae = : 2,000, once. tis is possible Counting 3000 pastors in the active 2 then I agree that is a good law, other- service, means $60 a year to each pas- wise let us offer a plan that will do the Route—Pennsylvania Railroad, Richmond, Fredericksburg and Poestagi Rail- 4 road, Seaboard Air Line Railway. E ; » Fa. g . tor or $5.00 per month on an average, | work. “ i F ames Murray w .4 but how could the pastor who must re i ? 4 _ SCHEDULE — : Bishop H. a port $8.00 salary for a year, yet we COG eat ac pe count, let Sis ; ‘ : f offen ve Tock ia Bae y yet. We | member become a beneficiary. 250,000 : i 7 Apri elaware Cong pe geonnt bmn ou the 5000 active | members active, and eligible. Each : Tuesday, February 13th = ford, Del, Rey, ministers and when he superannuates | member in good standing in his church Ly. New York .........sececseee++ 6:15 PM (E.S.T.) Pastor, Bishop Day, on the rate of $300 per year pension. | pay $2.00 to this fund each year. Count ‘ Newark ............seeeseee4+ 6230 PM 17—New Jersey ag For the sake of figures as to the!s deaths to 1000 members es 1050 Philadelphia—30th Street .... 8:01 PM Trenton, New Jer a of 500,000 would have tol average deaths. Pay $100 to each Washington (RF&P RR) ....10:45 PM Rev. A.C. Chai, 74 pay 60c a year, or Sc per month. But)) onoficiary at death. About $105,000 we find that only one half of the church is paying, then, this amount must be raised to $1.20 added to what they are already paying, raising Conference Claims to $2.20 instead of $1.00 this would look reasonable if this was all, but we have been speaking only of Allow $2.00 for administration of death claims would pay $2000 $395,000 for superannuates Pen: expense. This would incre Richmond (SAL RY) Wed. .. 1:30 AM David Henry Raleigh . 5:57 AM ladelphia, Penns, 7 Hamlet 8:30 AM May 29—Philadelphi. ¢: Ar, Atlanta ..........0.000e0e0e4+ 3255 PM (C.S.T.) ladelphia, Pen; (Wednesday—Seaboard—Breakfast and Lunch) Church, Rey. ; : Bishop David A. D. AVERY membership increased, or gr ber affiliated. ATTORNEY HERBERT L. DUDLEY s in Alabama and he dination Sermon on This a possible sol “As Connectional President of the ‘Returning—Friday, February 16th W2—New York Confer hie dinati f th Bere ev andy pensions kinds > necessit he ¢ Laymen’s College of the African Metho- Lyy Atlanta- (see oe seers 6:30 PN Flushing, N.Y, R UG OS ee ag Now the same people must pay Educa-|°"° TESS! eee Fi PM (C.S.T.) ‘ é ers in the West Ala- — oT dist Episcopal Church, I am her Hamlet (Sa' 5 ins, Pastor, Bisho) Be : : tional, Missionary, Children’s Day, Al- T. H. STONER, Pastor . Pp: i : hereby ¢ O fale ree nbe 3:45 AM (E.S.T.) : , 4 2 é yc issuing a call for a meeting of all Lay : Raleigh ..... ae veces 6:20 AM Sims. 3 e ; : len Day, Easter Mission, Traveling and Bethel A.M.E. Church delegates and alternates, to meet in. : Richmond .. ..10:07 AM ia New England Coy was “vege dies yes THE REV. E. J. JONES Sustentation expense of District Con- Champaign, Illinois Atlanta, Georgia, on February 15, 1940, Washington ..... seceeese 1205 PM: Se aenides, Mass, he ‘ f A visited ! at the seat of the Bishops’ Council, to ae Philadelphia—30th Street 3:49 PM ete Moore Pac CODLCUCIICES + | live in, with-in twelve months a modern formulate plans and to discuss Het Ar. New ney See oe 5:20 PM David Hen: ; words of praise for the) parsonage was built, consists of seven JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS res jone by ministry and laity |;ooms and bath. The next problem Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. Each bank is the and important legislation. The meeting ideas dabetdvicst will be held at Big Bethel in Atlanta, Reservations made in order of application. Pullman car to leave from horch > of which the Rev. D. T, Babcock is|New York; for reservation make application direct to Mr. H. H. Lowber, ae ny pe pastor. -|Passenger Traffic Department, Pennsylvania Railroad, Broad Street Station, kee a a Mf Please address all communications | Philadelphia. ey pee Bishor concerning this meeting to Attorney For reservation leaving Washington apply to Dr. A. S. Jackson, 1541 14th Herbert L. Dudley, at 4256 Russell | Street, N.W., Washington, D. C.. Observed on the tour which | came before us was the heating system. | convenient size, 134 x 254 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and yo weeks and covered three/Rey Jones immediately offered the|pottom. The slot in the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be five hundred miles. aiben panacea, and the result was a sys-| easily removed. Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the a definite opinion concerning | tematic steam heating plant installed. | coffector. of the Church, Dr. Avery} ‘his congregation is proud to an- ‘replied, “Our Church is in @|,ounce to the Connection that on Sun- thier’ condition and is being more | qa, December 17, 1939 that the last whom represented in conference of Bishop Greene enjoys th Street, Detroit, Michigan. Breakfast and lunch will be served at reasonable rates, both going and | ,¢ serving on ex ytly administered in all ecclesias- dollar was paid, and the Church stands rs returning. ? x cine tate om a _ than ever before.” He re- | now completely out of debt. We now GENERAL’ CONFERENCE BULLE. Make reservation on or before February 12th. : Re ET Pe ae, especially to Atlanta and its |\,o% forward to connectional claims and Ta For further information call George A. Singleton, Editor and Manager invited a ee. “Where once there were bie our pastor's salary. We do thank our =] JUDSON ¢ Ser The Christian Recorder, KINgsley 0497. before 5,000 Pic trained pastors, college | Bishop R. C. Ransom for sending us = 20IN€ } In view of the fact that we are build- ing a visual exhibit of the African moe Be t é Methodist Episcopal Church, we carn- EPISCOPAL QUALIFICATIONS In our Methodism the program of the estly request that yeu as pastor send | WHO IS SUFFICIENT FOR THESE |church is shaped by the Bishops of the Hs aed 3 a pletare of your church (postal card THINGS — church and its execution is largely de-| "ard by his friends size), and also a pleture of yourself. ‘pendent on the Bench of Bishops. So ee a signal and 34 ; We also urge Presiding Elders te send The office of the Bishop of the A. | these men must be honest, upright, in- ee was % 4 their picture. It is our desire te have | M- ©. Church is one of the most hon- | telligent, thoughtful and awake to the Se a - om display, the pictures of ene theus- ored, the most powerful and the most | needs of the church. i phia ag a Le and or more A. M. E. Churches and| W¢ighty in the gift of not only the A.| Our Bishops must not only be pre- in = e = their pastors and Preeiding Elders. M. E® Church but the race. There are|pared to hold annual conferences and oa y- : a GEORGE W. BABER |‘°°™ qualities that are prerequisite to|serve our church and race, but the | ?!S20P ta t oe Local Commission Chairman | {tess for this high office. This new]world of humanity. They represent ceca a om 4225 Brush St., Detroit, Michigan generation of leaders is calling for | us at the World’s Conference of Faith ]'S Pusiing Dac soit é men first, with some moral background, |and Order where the best minds of the great continent of ~ , - SEND NAMES OF GENERAL o World Conventi Bieetets now occupy the more | ich a Christian Character as the Rev. COLLECTOR YI i or’ ony goaon YA.M.E. pulpits in that com-|y,, Jones; we truly love him, aud do Z oo adeasal hope that God’s richest blessing will Wess Se orty-seventh Annual Session | always rest upon him and his good tern North Carolina Con- | wife and daughter. He is divinely Jeigh (in November last) | known in Mt. Union, Father Divine as elected leader of the} the second. Truly we can sing in the he General Conference | spirit of Richard Allen, Quinn, Nazrey, et in Detroit in 1940. It| payne, Brown and Waters: The th time to be electedeto | Church is moving on. : conference in the Gen- —Robert Fortson nee which meets quad- ais. DoS fe has been elected leader | CaN THE A. M. E. CHURCH PAY n since 1932. He has ITS OBLIGATION TO ITS er of the Connectional SUPERANNUATED tion as representative Vie sa iscopal District since (Continued from page 5) / fy | QPP SPS Ne s} PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER we . Size, 3% x 5% inches, holds Ne alecas with plain cover. $3.60 a hundred. "2a D.. To hold $2.00 in dimes, with plain Ns Sire, folded, 3% x SK. $4.00 a by some formal fraining and some vision | world meet to discuss humanity’s re- The church has be! se fh|men such as Doctors “ CONFERENCE DELEGATES | {0° 2 tniversal.program that will meet |ligious needs. They represent us with} a 1 Oe Georgia, Sard administers the |, member counting 500,000 members SS B. With plats cover. To bold $508 ¥ the changing needs of the 20th Century the Federal Council of Churches in Re RATER. “Miles iy the General Church | 6. us $50,000. on 5), cas eck dimes, Sine, folder, He must also have the | America, the Ecumenical Conference |<" en; y a aicges and Dr. g Died ae Ficuivon pace 407. (B) ee Aang mez, Stinson, Butler Barnes, Scott, Hair, Cur", ; lins, Baber, but I kno’ on ting Secretaries of Annual human family. pan 4 3 fs * and Electoral Col ae Celok 1 to, COurage and intellectual ability té in-|and in all the great international re- wad Edit Chri telligently put his program before the ligious bodies. ’ —— 2 ine Re church, and the manhood to fight for It was Bishop Daniel A. Payne who an of the Auditing | -eads the assessment shall Se Board. member, this would be only $29,000. So a pastor in North| according to the Financial Report =| corder names of ministerial and lay i can come as near mce * foney for the 7 lits realization. 7 presided at the Ecumenical Conference 3 before “St. Stephens, Wil- tioned, Total Dollar Money in Lond ye: any man be : mentioned, Tot oe 3 pia a Pacer WRB Bs Beier ues end te Sei i a moral lie in Greensboro, Bethel whole connection was $287, 425, plus the making @ total soon as they aro elected. Bishop Parks the similar honor was ac- Hien een ate of ge corded at the Ecumenical Conference meee ‘ea ‘ 4 i The Connectional Council of the Af- boy? vene at field in Atlanta, Ga. It was Bishop W. |@%¢ Program; @ me’. ‘he served as minister rican Methodist Episcopal Church will Bethel A. M. E, Church, Atlanta, [1/4 Fountain who associated on the and evangelical in his e : pi F ord 006] entire Church debt of meet in its regular Winter session at Georgia, February 15-16, 1949. committee of arrangements and ably e's. s Mortis ; liquidated. Since then (| EA 1A), Special Fund $4261 $291,686. This shows that only of the 500,000 members pay Dollar Money, then we ca James in Winston- aul in Raleigh. Dur- a t little over 50% one dollar, n figure on as- a hadi Atlanta, Georuia in Bethel (A, 1. ,|| Toa fist session will open at ten fo resented our group. It was Bishop it. 10 1s Presiding Elder of the mbers paying the F r » M. morning wets 2 . ‘ troit is Presiding ; bout 250,000 me y $12,000. ee Church, Wednesday, February 14th at Pte ber 78 Pra go ; Smith who delivered that profound ad- i oo... 3 that reensboro Districts. In Bauer or netting us only eat a Noon. This is to be the most important |} set Sr ese : dress in Toronto, the peroration of mgt em ouch the H thirty-one years of |° Tam saying in figures that if all ne a ISTMAS_ OFFER! FASTAY FOLDERS cine of the Quadrennium and all ss so hes ; < HLIPPER: which has become a classic and mt Sk Ryevall may st Methodism sy of pillar Money collected added He speci FOLDERS Fa aaa ier $109 in Holds ten dimes, 1 Sis told delegates, alternates, all minist . oe 4 re the Ecumenical therin; re “God # ences in North Caro- Ps (eo sctal Rutid, we SOU lector which holds This cqieete, "sy inches, Od, he en: $3.00 a hun legates, i inisters and Carey at the i gathering Prophet Elijah that God nces in Nor required Special Presume ne A sen cae or oe folded dimes, Sey 7s ea 0 hun: genta a doren; $3.00 a hun nimously endorsed him e Bishopric at the ference. laymembers interested in the welfare|] _ Senior Bishop _ fifteen years ago who arose to the of our church and the coming General BISHOP J, A, GREGG, heights of the occasion and in dra- Conference should be in Atlanta at Seeretary [| matic but convincing style delivered a “Noon Wednesday, February 14, 1940. philipic in defense of his race and be able to mee Superannuated N.S. dependant Child Widows and La Earth-Quake but 2 Spi". I. T. Walker, P. » Suffolk, Va. Ministers, ren. ===== DSC09080.JPG ===== SERVICES THE “TWENTIETH CENTURY” SERVICE The trays contain 30, 35, can be placed upon one base. each tray becomes a cover for are not absolutely necessary, Our special Service of Al are able to distinguish it fr side by side. or 40 glasses, each. Only the top tray ri the one beneath. but will add very muc! luminum is so finely fi om silver when the two The Aluminum is light weight, du One to four trays equires a cover, as The base and cover h to the appearance. mished that very few materials are placed rable, and does not Style No. 50A. Best Quality Aluminum _ (Special Finish) 2. Tray with 40 plain crystal glasses 6. Tray with 35 Plain crystal glasses 5 5@A. Base (one to four trays No. 50A. Cover (one sufficient for Price of empty trays may be as, at $1.00 a dozen. 7.00 2.50 letters. 2.75 can be placed on base) one to four trays) certained by deducting cost of glasses PATENT FILLER With this Filler a larg $s € number of This does not appear or the t: glasses can be filled in a few minutes. COMMUNION GLASSES 66. Finest Quality Crystal Glasses No. 66. Height, 156 inches, No. 55. Height, 1 5-16 inches, No. 44. Height, 1% inches, ion Trays with glasses, No herwise instructed. When filling orders for Communi Supplied unless ot! : ae A name appears on months. No. 1, For twen’ 50 cents a dozen. No. 2. For forty-ei, ‘ight names. cents; $1.00 a dozen, ~ Be No. 3. cents, ee SOME ORGANIZAT =, BANDS Head and Chest Ban a high grade felt an either blue, These are used fa ushers. Size: 24 x 48 : USHERS’ BADGE -is desired. : _ METAL COLLECTION PLATES No. 1. Aluminum. Complete: with dark-red Grained Mahogany real grained mah durable, lasting finish. removable red velveteen mat, No. 3. Silver-plated. Heavily ameter, 10 inches. $12.00 each. ‘ $5 For sale at ple method ies = ing a correct record These Usher's Arm iS new and ver The of high grade fe ly once for the twelve Ted, blue, ff and ‘elastic band to Scents; Size 6% by 3% inc $3.00 per doz, “Chief Usher” Bang, Y attract; aterial in » With whi fit aroung hes, at Bee : Of attendance for each scholar during the year, ty-four names, Upplig, For ninety-six names, 20 en SPRACIAL FOR j IONS PREFER | ~ oN USHER HEAD AND CHE ds are made from id can be had in Sreen or red with white tgely by women 50 cent each. Seep No. SI. Made of fine i quality red or blue felt with “Usher” artistically . letfered in golg -Ray-O- Lite, and with fancy gilt bar at the top. Size, 1% x 6 inches. 35 cents _ each; $3.00 a dozen. Please state which color A pageant for all songs with music, The A. M. E. Book Concer 716 S. 19th St, Phila, Pa, $3.60 per doves Light in weight, aan velvet mats. Finish. This ogany on an aluminum fe le, and does not tarni Diameter, 10 inches. $2.50 ed exact reproduction Plate. Finished both sides if - Diameter, 10 The plate is fitted 1 $3.50 each. _ ted on nickel base. 2 PHILADELPHIA, PEN / ie he Master and His dis- ogues nor priests in the Tem- = Jordan. God’s directed healing FELT BANNERS Eee of fine quality felt. Finished yest style. Price includes polish- ood cross sticks, vie and . Ready for use. “ebay Class; 17x27 inches; pen Bible; white letters $2.25 Banner Attendance Class; gfe hes; blue, white letters.- see Banner Offering Class; 1 i Same style as No. 2-. 4 a white letters...----000007 7 Poles, jointed, six feet a ea, oak finish, six feet RDER PULPIT Teese Be leathern bucket ity’s need in dee f ly that God ca; the heights of camp|we think, ip grove! He may | sometimes se. But if we limit | beyond Go. rying through the streets of Capernaum ie or place, we miss|Him. Wh near to us in the com-|sick and the holy day to limit God in confin-|to Jairus. of human instrumentalities | is dead; why troublest t ersons. We think no one] further?” minister of His unless he has|was hope ed to a certain standard,|was dead. properly ordained, for-}son over at Bethany. Limiting the power of this en only, not scribes in] Holy One of Israel! I regret that sometimes men of my es Samuel at eight, and | profession limit God by the narrow: eighty. We limit Godin our]of their creeds. personal inspiration, and |ologian often limits God—he closes the ther holy men in other | denominational fence to shut out others. places as well as in the page|I have known folks to ask me to draw the synagogue or the] ing God! They do not know God! What while His voice may pro-jis our idea of God? Is it a heart of the earthquake, the whirlwind |a Being, cold, dim, aloof, unknown and ey hile He choses to speak irl] unknowable, with but a casual interest THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Aye !—God has no Tope, no » and the well of human- P! It doesn’t seem like_ n reach down that far, But He can! sé of our unbelief. We think there are things quite d, and do not like to trouble en Jairus’ little daughter was died, the servants went hur- They cried, “Thy daughter he Master any While she was living there of cure, but not after she They forgot the widow’s Nain, and Lazarus at ness The abstract the- God in our prayers. We]|much of our beliefs, depend on our idea “PICTURE OF TRUTH" -own time. We confine him] Ours is a great God; not national, E ected answers! We want |racial, tribal, or even denominational. to do things our way and accord- | He is not earth-bound, He is universal. 0 our lesire. We say, “Not Thy|I fancy we at times limit God thus by but mine, be done.” We} our poor idea of Him, and by our own od to do things the way we| poor lives. Every life i ‘ed in our minds. Notice|nel or a clog for God’s power among skepticism about the waters] us. ' What,-then, is the conclus’ ih that particular stream nearly | matter? Why, it is that God is Ete bed that feprous Syrian general of Jonly in His dealings with paman a 5 s cure. And are we not apt to mis- | responses and actions. Jesus, the Son udge God’s powers and His possi-|whom God sent to pare ccd a lities by our own lack? Said the|fested in the flesh—would have = rah oman of Samaria, at the well side] ed Jerusalem as a hen would ae ae near Sychar, when Jesus spoke to her chicks—but they we a ee about the living water, “Sir, Thou hast limited the Son of God i se is nothing to draw with, and the well is the Father PENNANTS These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive. Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department Junior Department Intermediate Department Senior Department Young People’ Department 2x24 inches, price....e0tt'* wilfulness, sin. But, are “all thin, God?” Yes; AMHERST, N, s. CANADA The satisfaction is mine, as is surely the case with thousands of others in Church at the selection of Dr. Jackson, formerly Secretary of Education, as Financial Secretary of Methodist Episcopal Church. He has come at last into that exalted Position Next to that of the bishopric, where his consecrated zeal and loyalty and devotion to all that solidify and can exalt African Methodism, will now enable him to exercise a more wholesome and peaceful influence that shall w than has been the lot of his predecessors in that office. Dr. Jackson has no enemies in the Church; he has no rivals seeking to dis- Place or to disqualify him in any office of preferment; he is polished, cultured, May be and a drawing card, so to speak, as a if public speaker; he is highly respected Size 5% x 6% among all the laity and the clergy of every denomination. either a chan_ ion of the worth limited because of human ing with us still; j Med honor him. We hope to continue him preferred sphere of usefulness. in this —Samuel E. Churchstone Lord |; Bethel A.M Elder of the First hymn lined by the PAGE FIFTEEN Perversity, obstinacy, and eventually | ——. ——————_____ the African unquestioned for harmony in our Church the many years of sacrifice and lab of love he has rendered to the Church and the race. And, we have him labor- | < thus we are glad to BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH Cleveland, Ohio Rey. S. D. Addison, Pastor The first Quarterly Conference ° . Church was held Dec. 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I am more than pleased at his eleva- tion to a larger and more effective sphere of wholesome influence in the Church and the nation. I had been thinking and talking that it might be possible to draft Dr. Jackson from the ranks of the laymen into that of the clergy, and elect him one of the bishops of our great Church; because he is hy and consecrated enough. But 5 a more judicious way under the circumstances of rewarding him for Or pastor, Rev. New Missionary Mite Box No. 1 e 54x 64 Price 20c each Mite Box No. 2 used b: ers was called, Dur- ne of our members Trustees Stewards Stewardess No. 1 1o. 2 Stewardess No. 2 Sunday School Missionary ...+++++* Grand total raised .. SING GOSPEL SONGS I'll Tell It Wherever 1 Go—10c Precious Lord, Take My Hand . How About Your Send Orders to THOMAS A. DORSEY 135 Oakwood Blvd. Dept. G. Chicago, If $211.57 209.00 1.00 17.00 6,00 ===== DSC09081.JPG ===== a ee EMANCIPATION DAY ADDRESS] of the armed service of the By Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom In the Old Court House, St. Louis, Mo. Under Auspices of the Cooperative Civie Association—January 1, 1940 (Continued from page 8) Ree and men do we ourselves intend to be. Our goal should be not Negro education, but just education. We should insist Jer city, on nothing less than an equal share in| the reigns of power. the money provided for public school frespect cilities. State-supported colleges, uni- sible. versities, and professional schools must} weapon be opened to us on terms of equal] civic, social, or political affairs. freedom and opportunity. We must gardless of political labels and party we should use it fearlessly to our enemies and sustain our ceaselessly agitate and work for the lines repeal of every law upon the statute punish books of the state or nation that in any | friends. way discriminates against American citizens on the grounds of race, color, or religion; any public convenience recreation, amusement, or necessity that ideals, customs, is labeled “for Negroes,” we should re- ject as an insult to our American citi- zenship and manhood. »fan alien and un-assimilable race. our country and our flag. ated allegiance. If our country jis to become inyolved similable, we have continent of Europe, we should now, as} color always in the past, defend it with our J hair. blood and with our treasure, but only | lived on one condition—that we fight on ab- years, white fellow-citizeus jn every branch children be buried. EXTRAORDINARY VALUE ee en ee LOOK! 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Those who have charge of the government, wheth- county, state, or nation, hold They have small for any group who can not, or education, the same equipment and fe- | will not, hold them politically respon_ The ballot is our most Potent for protection and defense, in It has been said of us that we are »} Weeare not alien in language, religion, or patriotic devotion to We are not alien in birth and have no hyphen- We are not un-as- already assimilated in the war now spreading across the everything American even to the fading of our skin and the texture of our Here we were born, here we have for more than three hundred and come what ever fate, here solutely the same conditions as our shall our children, and our children’s No one but men|it Unite States, whether it be on land, on sea, or in the air. If we are to sacrifice, suffer, and to die, Black Americans must be able to wrap about them the flag of their country with the same dig- nity and honor that await his fellow- ee si ee ru . =. d/and. black men have developed, is and defended this country. It is | Why ae Rio a to | common heritage, With America to-| It simply stir, ig day becoming almost | S UD strife the last refuge of liberty and the spirit of econ Americans of African descent must put the climax on the Perpetuity of our na_ tion by filling it with the’ spirit’ of brotherly cooperation and kindness, f with freedom and justice for. all, with-} out regard to race, class, color, or creed. Let us take the chains that bound our fathers to the prison ot feeling that their Tights Baye boc chal, lenged. Re- by round, above the clouds of Preju- | reports showing great dice and Oppression, into the clear sun- | Presiding Elder said th light of equal freedom and equality. at this church one of the best organized churche the conference as the work 18 being gi rected by the new Pastor, Rey, Sam 7 H. McBee, who is one of the leaded SS Ss S Of FACING THE FACTS But (Continued from page 9) ; 1 ; Pastors, eloquent, industrious, chil must be a more intelligent way of rous. We are very thankful to : teaching the Bible. Just as the schools bishop, Rt. Rey R. €.- Ranso a have found new mi a He came t he h te i » yet he has rapidb. i will be largely solved. his health, and Herik 74 The pastors are best suited for that ]on new life. In the sixty days he ri service, especially is that true of those} been with us he has worked Bt roicatt who know and feed their flock. I dofin bringing the church up. Unde not mean mere intelligence, but I do Rev. McBee’s leadership, the stewards “mean intelligence with every ounce of | Trustees, and all other departments of dedicated and consecrated to the the church have raised Over six hun. service of God.—Praying “Lord use | dred dollars. We are also Temodeling me.” ee ar ee jz} the church and the Parsonage, which There is too much strife of all kinds | will be one of the most beautiful edi- in the church. This strife engenders | fices in the conference. hatred and malice. How can the church aid in world peace, when it has | quainted and favorably impressed with its own warfare within? Drs, Joseph Gomez of Cleveland, A. There should be no strife between J. Allen of Cleveland, C. A. Gibbs of laity and ministers. Our cause is one. Florida, and Frank Madison Reid of Each should respect the rights of the | St, Louis, we sincerely hope they will other. No bishop has any judicial} be elevated to the bishopric of the A. authority over the actions of a lay col-] M. E. Church at the General Con- lege. His duty is to permit his con- | ference in Detroit in May, 1940, be- ference to record the actions taken by} cause of their brotherly ° spirit and the college. Right or wrong it is| qualifications for the bishopric. We pMone of his affairs. If those elected further visualize the same qualities in are vicious criminals, it is not his to pass this great pastor, Rev. Se H. McBee judgment. It is their business, but | whom the bishop has sent us and we when it comes to the General Confer- | are hoping that he will be elected bish- ence, where sovereignty belongs—there op in 1944, is judicial Power vested in the body | that condition our evan; Since our pastor is Personally ac. —Maude Clifford KIRBY’S M-I-M Trade Mark Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. IRON TONIC AND ASTRINGENT f - KIRBY’S M-I-M is an iron tonic whose chief ingredient is from a natural source. It has been sold for five ears, has been used by thousands and we have hundreds of unsolicited testimonials praising the merits of our product. KIRBYS M-I-M contains no alcohol, narcotics or habit-forming drugs. Do you feel unable to perform your daily tasks? Do you tire easily? Do you feel jittery? Do you have a jaded appe- tite? ; Don’t let these things get the count on you. With plenty of fresh air, sunshine, rest and KIRBY’S M-I-M TONIC you should feel yourself again. Consider the low price of KIRBY'S M-I-M. Mail One Dollar to-day or a five-weeks supply delivered to your home. ; a Kirby’s Mineral Products - 15 FIKE AVENUE — —_—sCUNION, SOUTH CAROLINA MAIL ORDERS PROMPTLY FILLED SEE ARTICLE ON PAGE FIVE a sea, ¢ : . ad CI.—NO. 42 | A.M, GREEN (Continued on page 13) * fhe Reverend A. M. Green was the of the Reverend Augustus R. cen, who edited the Christian Herald gm 1848 to 1852, in Pittsburgh, Penna, ¢ haye not succeeded in getting the + general ELLUS MOULSON CLARK elected ss of the first editor. Editor of the Christian in 1852 and served with dis- “Like his predecessor Editor very brilliant. He aspired PHILADELPHIA, PA. HOP MONROE H. DAVI ——_—_—__ “PEN POINTS” Shall We Re-district Our Work? H. Mansfield Collins This seems to be the time for various Suggestions regarding certain issues to be considered at the forth coming conference ; that of re-districting our work or our episcopal districts and the Sth District comes in for its share with the claim that this district embraces too much territory. As one of the pastors of the 5th I wish to give this brief concern- ing the same, ; For the sake of argument we admit that the 5th District from the point of territory is the largest and most ex- tended in the United States and calls for more trayel doubtless than any other. But I would have you know that the stretch of territory has little to do of members or among with the number : churches we haye. I am quite sure all who know the geographical setting of our country will agree that the Wee is the most sparsely settled in America and more so with our Race group, a the problem facing our people Pb far West has been the getting ° ee s and thereby making @ livelihood ; : large per centage of the serestesn the years has been done by Orien piscopacy but was not elected. nt west and founded Reedy ne Galveston, Texas. For the] preciable 1 the history of the Chris- 1 our readers may behold sure a and Mexicans, thus there are ee . few centers where we have an me number of people. You rr of great work done by churches and them is; CIAL ORGAN: sf COURE ARRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH. Ne PRICE FIVE CENTS EST INDIES THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 1940 S VISITS W j “ =-—i__) 1 THINK THAT a man who has, for fifty-five years, kept his eyes °pen and his ears to the ground, asa teacher, preacher, presiding elder, pastor, secretary of the oldest institution for the higher training of the race, in America; heard the first and the last word spoken by bishops at the opening and closing of fifty-five sessions of annual conferences—thirty- three of which he was the Chief secretary; attended fifty-four sessions of District conferences and Sunday-school Institutes and Conventions; delegate to five || General Conferences—two of which he was one of the Assist- | ant Secretaries; built from the | ground up, two commodious churches; erected and remodeled || two parsonages; received 1252 |} members into the church, col- || lected $12,600.00 Dollar Money | and $11,250.00 Educational Money, and now, at the age of 75, pas- toring, with some measure of success, one of the most heavily involved financially, || in the entire Connection, should, I think, be prepared to speak, || ex-cathedra, upon some of the things which vitally concerns the church and race. THAT the character, tone, and quality of the delegates to the General Conference would be greatly improved if the bishops would exercise their prerogatives, in their election, as they do in other matters pertaining to their exalted office. Bishop Payne, fif- ty years ago, refused to permit BISHOP M. H. DAVIS to the presides ir (Cont churches, an annual conference over which he presided, to elect as its Secre- (Continued on page 8) eee nea EEnEnnee! ae CHRISTIAN RECORDER INDEX THE REV. DR, A. E. ALLEN ane Mey ae CLIC RUSE MOG aL) Se. ames Adrian My? Chureh The Guin soeai 3 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania EDITORIALS: : eg, Uk The New Yeat..+ss.++ # ; seo tig for alle Unless The Bishop Leads... 4] His pastorate at historic Alen SURE Ber ale ; 4fhas been successful and brilliant, He pont : 7 4 ig a product of | Wilberforce I ayne The Churchman Afield . * §| Theological Seminary, and W estern avon 28 My oe Pode : 6] Reserve. When the Editor visited St. Rivant 2, League id James a few Sunday nights ago the News At A Glance 4 progressive pastor appealed to his con- Notices—Calendar (Continued on page 8) (Continued on page 8) UNCIL OF BISHOPS, FEBRUARY 1940, ATLANTA, GEORGIA SS
• March 14, 1940
  ===== DSC09000.JPG ===== DR. GEORGE T. SIMS CONCEDED | Conference Commission for several]and those of his family. CHOICE OF CONNECTION FOR CHIEF SECRETARYSHIP OF GENERAY CONFERENCE |beyond question an years which position he now holds. It is] wife as organist was at her place at Bishopric. : needless fo reiterate hiv pastorate here, | the pipe organ at every service, Our founding father for it is well known by the connection] I think the Church ought to konw 1940 that he has served in every capacity} what’ it has cost Dr. Morris to obey (Continued from page 1) _ of the Annual Conference, always re-|the orders of the Church. He was versified experience, honest and moral| flecting credit to the Church, Race, |settled in a good home with his office integrity, are imperative major re-|and himself. Because of his wit, cos-}in the Sunday School Union Building ; quisites to facilitate adequately and ac_|mopolitan knowledge in church craft, | having all of his A. C. E. League print- ideal Tan fg eae Shave Ig heritage in the Church. Many are not willing to see it fee fy) f : Bishop E. J. Howard has stoo ti ms A mighty Oak in the forest Ales i é y a DS _. leader of the Tennessee Son Scop YYa: : Some Ministers and layme “eTengg, i ay curately in this eventful and History|dynamic potentialities and strategic|ing done by the Stnday School Union.| highest praise, oo mm th TH E-OFFICIAL ORGAN: ® making advanced twentieth century, |Sagacity, we the State of Alabama pre.|for which he paid morte than $40,000] Many of us believe that the . F 5 = d THE AFRICAN METHODIST: EPISCOPAL CHURCH. To say that we can carry on in a day|sent him to the delegates and_his|during his connection with the Union, |of the Rey. Samuel eens . rs. Ss SS Pa like this, short of the qualifications | Many friends in the-connection for the | excluding. approximately $10,000 paid | will bring to the bench o ae : mentioned above, is to say that we are|above consideration. The Ninth Dis-| for Masonic Grand Lodge minutes and not careful about the composition of] trict will reciprocate with any other | other Printing. Ort f Dishop, other sane, safe, dependable Christi ligious organizations the world over: “A SQUARE DEAL” only answer was—the Sheriff serving a notice on him for a law suit, notwith_ (Continued from page 9) standing Rey. Morris had told him that he would pay all that was due the S. S, Union. Rev. Morris then agreed to pay and his election in the coming ¢ Conference in May of this year i Predicted. He was invited to p, the ordination sermon before th, ference in Detroit, Michigan, 5 ‘leader who will seek 2 7 V — - our minutes, discipline, and History | District for mutual uplift and victory, | When the Bishops ordered him to |and be a sympathetic . ae A 3 os eal PIU EADELPRIAT EDS THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 1940 PRICE FIVE CENTS which must stand the test of the age| The writer speaks for the State. Philadelphia in the Educational setup! Conferences in Michigan, Ka,..°2 Z a ee Es = either for or against our great Denomi- J. S: BENN, Jr. he wrote Mr. Bryant telling him of |lahoma, Florida, and Moniniess, if nation and meet the challenge of re. = the order of the Church. Mr. Bryant’s} endorsed Dr. Morris for the bis i . N ET ki 0 D § M His Back Ground, Fitness and Adaptability Dr. Sims needs no introduction to the ; fete eee : 4 2 i VETERAN EDITOR ence in the stead of the Reverend A.| SOUTH A. M. iE. CONFERENCE a R. Cooper. SETS NEW STANDARDS EPISCOPAL HEAD be elected Bishop. He paid it to the surprise of everyone, so he was elected : aS 5 ? A ‘ 5 3 The Rev. F. D. Coleman, pastor of a leaders in African Methodism for he 4 ne Sa Mine Jac ; 2 , ; is as well known by the entire connec- | at the next General Conference, At that $44 ee month. In addition to that he Mississippi, Dallas, Texas. Spe St. John, Nashville, Tenn. was named | Bishop H. Y. Tookes Proves to be Mer. | Beis ey eS a ° who |time I wrote that the Church should | 25 forced to g0 to Philadelphia, rent] dresses were delivered in Kansas ¢ a member of the Board of Home and vel of the Day | alse atotales 3 ia nese aT) wine Hina eerie an office and fit up the same at a cost | Birmingham, Atlanta, Oklahoma, Foreign Missions from the 13th District, as been acquainted with the Sims fam_ |& é Ape cds : of ‘tnore than b SHE e F i ah i : z ily for'any period of time wiould“gues. |. ae Wadeas Stearns ancecuEe Ike mor a thousand dollars, in-fand Abbeville, South Carolina from the Mr. A. L. Lewis President of the Afro- By Dr. Leonard F. Morse J. C. Caldwell was defeated for the | “Uns traveling expenses and renting bishopric and refused to stand for re- paren es Ie Philadelphia: * The Sunday School Union in Nash- C..E. League, theme “Deepening the Channe| Converging Streams,” S. L. HOWARD American Life Insurance Company from the llth District? The Rev. J. B.} In its annual session at Saint Paul Richards from the 14th Episcopal Dis-| Church Miami last- week the South trict. The Rev. F. H. Gow, 15th| Florida Conference of the A. M, E. Episcopal District. The Council agreed | Church outstripped itself and all other to continue the suit against Ira T. Conferences of the State of Florida in Bryant in an effort to regain for the| finances in, spiritual feryor and en- church full control of the Sunday School | thusiasm. Union property in Nashyille, Tenn.| Promptly at 9:30 A. M, Wednesday, It also concurred in a resolution adopted Bishop H. Y. Tookes, opened the 59th by the Connectional Council condemn- | session of the South Florida Confer- ing Ira T. Bryant for his attitude to- | ence of the A. M.E. Church. Dr. J. ward the church in the Sunday School] H. Young, the efficient pastor together litigation, and his slanderous remarks | with his officers and members assisted tion the intellectual back-ground and the ability of Dr. G. T. Sims to fill fs 5G: daperes election for the A. A a the position for which he aspires. I ae : ville then began to publish Endeavor} ~ Presiding Elder Columbia District haye yet to meet a Sims who wasn’t | therefore, I wrote that he should be|\~ z ot ‘ : J Sims 2 ars 5 - | Literature in competition with the de- | Tennessee Conference, Nashvill: T dueated. The family of Sims men-/elected in the next General Confer- artmen a r J i teen tioned above has been educated in some ag But “ combination of circum-; he ov pee a ee s : ze of the best schools in our country. /Stances defeated Boe the great Sesquicentennial, the greatest INVENTION PARTNERS Therefore, anyone questioning the back. Ave See Robinson has given us a efortotats kindegen staged er Aeiaae WANTED ground and fitness of Dr. Sims to fill} list of worthy candidates nua Methodism; his Young People’s Con- aie the Secretarial post in the General 2 connection and we agree that ‘they gress in Washington, D. C.; and the Peers WANTED Church will do so because they are]! are worthy. ._|recent Congress in Philadelphia at- Benet omer with eee not acquainted with his family -tree. As ex-pastor of Dr. S. S. Morris tended: by: hundeedeove voune Gieats to help to finance some fuel His Secretarial ability and clerical adap- I can speak with a clear conscience and and others, attest hig ahiley wlead aud coal and gas saving devices, tability peculiarly fits him to serve the | Say I know his true greatness and Joyal_ vision to plan ® vention in getting patents in [ concerning General Conference dele-|by Dr. Fayson of Bethel Church, BISHOP N. W. WILLIAMS v1S. *. % : . . . a * . > church in this capacity. He has served | ty to the Church. He was subject to Mile SBloveriacis cuohe iste nena Patent Office and Mfg. pari | gates in a cross examination during Miami and his members, had every- St? Louis, Mo. Le es 35 a ie < every call of St. Paul, even to serving : = terest, honest ., proposition the hearing for a receivership on De- thing well in hand from the state and on the secretarial staff of the General 5 > Os S| all fair minded delegates to the General , #Propos ; ‘ ‘ F contac aii E as a Captaih ok cee ortis te a r Scheme. Details, send seli- cember 28, 1939. Bryant sent a letter (Continued on page 12) Presides' from the father of waters Conference for almost twenty, years. | 4S Dp A RTOUDE AMGEUNE)| GGarknenee Notwithstanding these : See scad.” \se : Z he Pacific Ocea Was elected He has been Secretary of the General church conferences, paying his dues Tata is hae ig. th dressed stamped envelope. DR. J. H. WILSON to the Council and desired to appear | —_—________s__——"-| {0 the Pacific Ocean. as elected’ to s ary o _ hardships, Dr. Morris has borne all of JOHN D. HOBBS Los Angelés, Calif personally before the Bishops. This The Rev. S. H. Savage, 114.N. || the Episcopacy at Cleveland, Ohio in this without complaining? Therefore, 231. West 135th St ct : xe? : (Continued on page 12) Tamarind) Ave., West Palm 1932. Served in both _ the Spanish- THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER || sist sie ctor son gve nim aff] SS 18H St 40 Br ys ortien Basch Flite pnd aay at || ean and Wor War, The Bt Square Deal. His untiring efforts in. Ber. urday, March 9, 1940. Funeral tor of the Christian” Recorder met him i for the first time at Camp Pontaneganin, C Bishop Wiliams has traveled vely and visited Bible lands. The Editor once pastored his home- town church Springfield, Ill. Very forceful and eloquent speaker tor of the Western Christian Recor- CALIFORNIA’S COLLINS . arrangements are not completed as we go to press. OFFERS A FREE TRIP TO spire the youth of the race make him The General Conference iy SPRINGTIME IS TONIC TIME! AND : ¢ FRESHEN YOUR. WHOLE SYSTEM Seventy-Five Years of Negro WITH RICH RED BLOOD! Progress Exposition 7 d : Avoid A Run-Down Condition From Becomin DETROIT, MICHIGAN An Ailing One May 1-23, 1940 py Most everyone, especially of mature age. is run down and below par in the Spring. This is due to the cold and inactivity of a long Winter ; % s and lack of fresh vegetables from which the system derives its needed GREAT OPPORTUNITY—The Treat of a Lifetime Ist Award—All expenses paid : mineral and food elements. The average human vitality is lower in the 2nd Award—One-half expenses paid 3rd Award—Round trip ticket EPISCOPOI! nema - BY THE DISTRICT ere is no group of men in the il group comparable with the Bish- of the African M. E. Church. G represent one million members d numberless followers in the largest d most effective organisation among ople of African descent in the United ites and the world. Their prophetic fage reaches down from Richard m in 1816 ‘o E. J. Howard in . In the front of Negro advance y stand uncompromisingly for the herhood of God and the brotherhood man. Phese episcopal fathers in their Mid- mter Meeting at Atlanta, Georgia February came to very vital and rips with several problems which WEST COAST MINISTER PAYS | TRIBUTE TO BISHOP WILLIAMS OAKLAND, California — (A.N.P.) —The Rev. D. G. Hill, Jr. pastor | First A. M. E. Church, this city, last week paid tribute to the Rt. Rey. Noah W. Williams, presiding prelate of the Fiith District, for his wise leadership Spring than at any other season in the year, for which reason more sick people and more of the aged die in the Spring than at any other season. .., The main mineral element of the blood is TRON from which the blood even gets its red coloring. Iron increases both the blood count and hemoglobin, making it richer. ‘The human system in the Spring can utilize other valuable minerats such as calcium, potassium, phosphates, sodium, sulphur, ete. ALL OF THESE ARE IN KIRBY'S M-I-M TONIC, A PRODUCT OF NATURE WHICH CONTAINS NO ALCOHOL, NAR- COTICS OR HABIT FORMING DRUGS. Although on the market for only five years, KIRBY’S M-I-M TONIC and his te z ministry The pastor stated that the Confer- ences on the Pacific Coast have been unanimous in their request that the | Bishop be returned to the District by |the A. M. jE General Conference which meets in Detroit, in May of this The Christian Recorder is the oldest Negro Journal: - the Church’s premier paper and leading organ , r heern the church and race. Natural- VSSh ee Se wt is being used by increasing thousands of people as their Spring necessity ; B 7 : Describing a recent trip of Bishop CONTEST CLOSES APRIL 15th and we are receiving untold numbers of enthusiastic, unsolicited testi- the gathering was of great import i i SnD ; cs ae See he : monfals. TF YOU ARE RUN-DOWN DUE TO Pe CienOy Be THESE Be Pattie Ici” before Senior | illiams te : he * ser ee “ : . : VITAL ELEMENTS WHICH NATURE POSITIV! E 2 s PSA IA SERS ELS CoE District a is noyel method of in- Write today for particulars. Begin now. IF YOU NEED A GOOD TONIC TO HELP NATURE PICK YOU RUGHT op J. S. Flipper lets fall the gavel : ee aT MICOM RELIG hers cline sehen ebe nas ea ced UP, THEN MAIL ONE DOLLAR TODAY FOR A FIVE WEEKS SUPPLY Detroi6ih May dl: “A few. of the EV. H. MANSFIELD COLLINS REV. FRANK MADISON R terpreting the history, progra f DELIVERED POSTPAID, TO YOUR HOME WITH FULL DIRECTIONS. , Le ay REV. H. Mi St. Paul A. M. E. Church aims of the A. M. E. Church to com- GEORGE A® SINGLETON 3 We are cone you, like thousands of others, will thank the day Ings done by the Bishops were as First African M. E, Church st. evaaie, Wiha es SER STAT Cait « The Christian Recorder eyes KIRBY'S MINERAL PRODUCTS 3 : : Boe eiaeiee) (aurora “The Fifth Episcopal District, stretches sgt ap e , DEPARTMENT A UNION, SOUTH CAROLINA he Rey. W. R. Wilkes, pastor of at Approved by the District for the| from the Mississippi River on its eastern 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Penna. |; : en Temple Atlanta, Georgia was| Leader of Connection in Dollar Money| Apr 3 boundary to the Pacific Coast on the (Continued on page 12) IGAN signated to be Fraternal Messenger |and Easter Day Funds. The upward Episcopacy. Third on list of unsuccess- e A. M. E. Zion General Confer- | look. ful last time. THE GENERAL CONFERENCE, MAY 1, 1940, DETROIT, MICH < n <a ee : ov a, 1865 - SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS OF NEGRO PROGRESS - 1940 EXPOSITION MAY. 10-19 CONVENTION HALL, ~DETROIT, MICHIGAN ===== DSC09001.JPG ===== DR. TYLER—A. M. E. REVIEW By Rev. Samuel E. Churchstone Lord Halifax and Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada THERE are times in the history of individuals and of groups when an en- lightened and profound advocate is es- sential to their safety and well-being in the councils of the high and mighty. Never before in modern history has the Negro people been called upon to give evidenc of advanced religious con- victions, working toward national and inter-national well-being, to a critical, yet progressive, world as now. And, the African Methodist Episcopal Church—the Church founded on the vision and sacrifices of Allen and his compatriots—the first to actively make claims for-Negro manhood-rights and Christian brotherhood among the races —is expected to still lead today in ac- quiring for the race these higher, laudable aspects of participation. 3 But how is she to accomplish such 2 great task? Publicity is the want of success in any enterprise. Is it not, then, through the advocacy and publici- ty of ideals born of profound scholar- ship that her rights and achievements will find ready acceptance at the desks and in the libraries of men and women | of thought and culture and who make a search historical data on all sorts of subjects? for In all the conflicts of right against wrongs, victory has always been achieved by the workings of the ideas of the generals—the ripe thinkers. As a matter of fact, a race is accounted as having arrived only in accordance with its loftiest mental outreachings, and by the increasing number of its intellectuals, inventors and scientists. The same is true with regard to the religious denominations among men. Moreover, in order to enable our membership to cope with and to over- come the subversive isms that are try- ing to overthrow this present ordered civilization, we must, as a Denomina- tion, put out more and more, yea, the best kind of publicity; not only con- cerning our monetary and organizing strength, but also interpretative social and theological literature in a review manner demonstrating the righteous, noble thoughts of the intellectual sons and daughters in the Church of Allen. The weekly papers of the Church render acceptable and necessary service to our denominational set-up and ac- tivity that sets forth in a variety form items that for the most part are de- tachable from the wide interests of other groups in our race and of other races with whom we have need to keep in contact. But the A. M. E. Review has had, and should always continue to adorn with lustre that peculiar, lofty nitche which a long list of learned persons claims belongs to it in the literatare of the country. And this can be achieved by the election of Rey. Dr. Tyler to be the next Editor of the A M. E. Review. For, I verily believe that the coming General Conference, which is to meet in Detroit this year, would favorably consider a recommendation coming from the Bishops-in-Council to pension the present Editor, Dr. Robinson, who has given long and unquestioned valued THE pioneer service to the Church and the Race. Dr. Tyler is one of the best scholars of the race in the Church. His edi- torials, if elected, I have no doubt, will help to place the thoughtful of the Church on a sane, intellectual and theo- logical keel, and relieve the Christian Recorder from doing double duty—car- rying news and magazine matter—a variety feature in abbreviated form, mixed with political and connectijonal matter. And I am convinced already that Dr. Singleton like Dr. Tyler, is Our attention a again called to that all-important Festival which stands out distinctively as the heart and essence of Christendom—EAS- TER. On this occasion the promise of the Resurrection is reaffirmed and re-emphasized, and that, as He arose from the dead, so shall those who believe in this Resurrection arise from their sleeping tombs to an Eternal Glory. For many years it has been the very appropriate and beneficient custom of the Church to set apart Easter Day for an offering for MISSIONS; and it is most becoming that this one Sunday in the year should be given over entirely to this sacred cause. 5 The work of the Church in its mission fields has been greatly strength- ened, new stakes have been driven, cords have been lengthened, new opportunities have been embraced, with their corresponding responsi- bilities. The need for the spreading of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, be well as the Gospel of Peace throughout the land has never before been so imperative. : In the Home Fields with the unemployed millions, with an increase in the cost of living, with demands that are hard to meet, it is very necessary that we should put forth greater efforts to s' H = mission work, both at home and abroad; and as such, the Church is thoroughly committed to this task. The law of the Church directs that the entire collection on [Easter - Sunday, both in Churches and Sunday Schools, shall be devoted to missionary purposes, one-half of which shall be sent to the Missionary and the other half be sent to the Annual Conference Treasurers for Home Missions in the respective Annual Conferences of the Church. THEREFORE, We, the Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. take this method to call the attention of the entire Connection to this Easter celebration which is SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 1940, with the hope that everyone will do his full duty in this connection. Send one- half of all Easter money to Dr. L. L. Berry, Secretary of Missions, 112 West 120th Street, New York, N. Y., for which he will give you a receipt, which receipt you will bring to your Annual Conference bed an Syideaea of your having raised and reported your Easter contribution. “May the Spirit of Missions enter every heart” on this important Department for Foreign Missions, occasion. determined that rank and file of our Methodist hosts. WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS The Ft. Worth District Ministers and Workers Council was held in Anderson Chapel A, M. E. Church with the Rev. L, C. Young, host, February 7. The through his ripe scholorship he will give his full measure of devotion to rescue Allen’s Church from uncertainty, re-actionary tactics and haphazard manoeuyerings in the CHRISTIAN R newly elected Presiding Elder, y B. Butler, chairman. A highly inspira- | tional devotion conducted by Revs. af R. Carter and Sparks marked the open- ing of the session, after a brief but in- teresting talk by the chairman, the or- ganization was perfected. I. S. H. Curry was elected secretary for the meeting. The opening sermon was preached by Rev. Eford Barker; his text chosen from St. Matt. 20:4. Using for his subject: “Christianity.” Due to inclemency of the weather the attendance was far below expectation. EEE | EASTER MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOPS OF THE A. M. E. CHURCH Respectfully yours, JOSEPH S. FLIPPER : WILLIAM A. FOUNTAIN REVERDY C. RANSOM JOHN. A. GREGG * SHERMAN L. GREENE GEORGE B.- YOUNG MONROE H. DAVIS NOAH W. WILLIAMS DAVID H. SIMS HENRY Y. TOOKES RICHARD R. WRIGHT, Jr. |EDWARD J. HOWARD Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Church - : There were many interesting points brought out in the subjects for discus- sion. Among the visitors present were: Mr. Roy Washington, of Ennis, Texas who spoke on the subject: The Ne- gro’s place in the business world, and Prof. C. C. Trimble, member St. John Baptist Church and Business Manager of the American Woodman Lodge. Prof. Trimble stated that he had a special interest in the A. M. E. Church and | especially in Anderson Chapel because he is listed with its pioneers, his further e Rev. he was instry © grounds Where sad ‘ucture stands to. day.To this statement many Applause s were given at which time the Roy r W. Grant now pastor of St. Pay, * M. E. Church, Dallas, Texas sos. an asked the Chairman that the body as. sembled would tender to Prof. Trimble a standing vote of thanks for hi; very fine cooperation and Christian {eljoy,. ship. * : Other visitors, Rev. Wattley and his District Supt, of the United Methosig and the Progressive, Rev. B. T. Ale. ander, pastor Bethel A. M. E. Church, Dallas, Texas, and the pastor of Mt, Pleasant Baptist Church, Rey. J. Washington. Rey. Washington mage brief comments on the discussions; }. stated that the churches generally faced the same issue, saying that the church must succeed where it had failed: h. program, we utterly fail. ciety was presented and spoke br women’s work, and asked for the {ul would prosper spiritually as w financially. She also announced th the missionary institute, will be | ‘in connection with the District Conicr- ence. A paper by Mrs. L. A. Waller member, subject: “What plan can District advance that will crea was 100 per cent. REV. L. C. YOUNG, Pastor DR. J. B. BUTLER, P. ! MRS. A. M. WILLIAM SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Christian Recorder —1940 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. Please-enter my name as 2 "cv subscriber to the Christian Re- corder for one year. Am enclos ing $1.50. Name .....---+- Street or box ..- MORRIS BROWN COLLEGE Atlanta, Georgia (Auspices of A. M. E. Chur LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE Courses Leading To BACHELOR OF ARTS ‘BACHELOR OF SCIENCE “Rated by Southern Association © Secondary Schools. Me™ _ leges and Sp Amor f Cole For further information write 1°" fos further Jt Ww. A. FOUNTAIN, JR, Prev also said that we fail because of the lack of Faith in ourselves, and if we fail in finding a plan through Chris;'s Mrs. A. M. Williams, the District President of the W. H. & F. M. So. of the past accomplishments of the lest co-operation of each pastor and { missionary worker that the Ft. Distric High Lights of Evening Services greater Denominational Loyalty of our Lay Workers?” The closing sermor by Rev. F. W. Grant, financial report Mey ie Fn See ce ee THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE THREE a down from my pulpit and never attemp: ieee tee Elder took up the Disciplinary Ques- tions. Miss Carrie F. Williams was E 1 l POINTERS elected as District steward. Ri Nee Dm Se te commend q yourself to God as a work- Sen 4 Benson, pastor of Fountain A. 9 E. who, because of his straightforward d. li ith ¢h 'y Roy L. Smith Church, Alexandria was Present with One wonders what the rich man might have been worth to Jesus if he had come out for him before the crucifixion. It might be surprising if we stopped to add up all the things Jesus borrowed during his lifetime. In death he lay in a borrowed tomb. It would have been a very serious matter if Jesus had made another tri- umphal entry after the resurrection. What must Pilate have thought when he first heard the news! “Make it as sure as you can,” But it was not sure enough. .Most men remember the thing Jesus said which terrified them. The record says that Jesus cast seven devils out of Mary Magdalene. Such a woman would be pretty apt to stay near until the last. d of truth, has no reason to feel any shame. a representative membership from his Church, The Presiding Elder was paid his full assessment, $40.00; he is leading the District on in a successful way. We are glad to have him returned for another year also our efficient pastor, Rev. E. C. Foreman. Rey. W. H. Hall, Presiding Elder; Rev. E. C. Foreman, Pastor. MISS ANNA VEAL. f March 24]of existence are EPULCHER: TRIUMPH OVER DEATH aes significantly placed. Arist saves, as he wins one to imitate his way. Eternal life is a quality un- ending, ascending, the reward f n Text: Matthew 27:57-66; 28:1-6 | spiritual reality. were In our lesson today we are thinking bout the third term in the confession, Every pastor or teache: i ; : r who is out on d Joseph, who also himself was|the front line of defense and offense disciple: 58 this man went to] who is dealing constantly with all man- ‘ and asked for the body of Jesus. |ner of? men knows that there is not Pilate commanded it to be given | only indifference to this “glorious hope,” _ 59 And Joseph took the body and|but that there is plenty of a mig : i y of downright pped it in a clean linen cloth, 60] opposition to it. One night I sat in a laid it i nhis own new tomb, which | philosophical group and heard the presi- u d hewn out in the rock: and he|dent of the powerful corporation de- d a great stone to the door of the|clar: “I have never been able to be- , and departed. 61 And Mary |lieve in the life everlasting. I almost dalene was there, and the other|envy those who are able to hold this sitting over against the sepulchre. | faith. But I can honestly say that the ‘Now on the morrow which is|absence of that hope has not lowered lay after the Preparation, the chief |my moral standard, nor do I think I ts and the Pharisees were gathered | would be any better if I did believe in ther unto Pilate, 63 saying, Sir, we Jit.” At the opposite pole one of Eng- mber that that deceiver said while |land’s highest ecclesiastics told me, in was. yet alive, After three days I]the quietness of his own garden, that again. 64 Command therefore that|he had not the slightest doubt about sépulchre be made sure until the ]eternal life. or years I have made it ird day, lest haply his disciples come }a point to ask leading men in all walks id steal him away, and say unto the/cf life about their faith in the life ever- ple. He is risen from the dead: and | lasting. For your encouragement I the last error will be worse than the|have found that the majority of the first. 65 Pilate said unto them, Ye}greatest men I have asked, believe jn have a guard: go, make it as sure as |it. We can. 66 So they went and made he sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, he guard being with them. S:1 Now late on the sabbath day it began to dawn toward the first yy of the week, came Mary Magdalene nd the other Mary to see the sepulchre. And behold, there was a great earth- Wake; for an angel of the Lord de- ended from heaven, and came and led away the stone, and sat upon it. ‘Ais appearance was as lightning, ad his raiment white as snow: 4 and © fear of him the watchers did quake, nd became as dead men. 5 And the el answered and said unto the wom- h, Fear not ye; for I know that ye ek Jesus| who hath been crucified. He is not here; for he is risen, even jhe said. Come, see the place where GOLDEN TEXT: Now hath Christ m raised from the dead, the first lits of them that are asleep. I Co- nthians 15:20. « 7 And when even was come, there | a a rich man from Arjimathaea, PUEBLO, COLO. The second Quarterly Conference of St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Pueblo, Colo., was held Janua y 28, Dr. L, H: Smith, Presiding Elder; Rey. L. S. Goolsby pastor. The Presiding Elder preached an eloquent and stirring ser- mon in the morning, both choirs gave good music. At 3 P. M. Rev. G. W. Reed of Colorado Springs delivered another masterly sermon, his choir sang. Devotions by Rev. J. C. Carter. At the close St. Paul’s choir served re- freshments to the Payne Chapel choir. 6 P. M. Talking Pictures, and a talk by Presiding Elder, then invita- tion and two new members were added to the church. Monday night all fi- fnancial reports were one hundred per- cent, receipts for Sunday were $67.15. Mrs. Helen Jones, elected secretary ; Rey. J. L. Hill, assistant; Reporters : Mrs. Jessie Jones and the writer; after the business meeting all were invited down stairs where a reception was held. Presiding Elder, Pastor and family, visiting pastors and presidents of all clubs were honored guests. Tables were beautifully decorated with ferns and basket flowers, Mrs. Edna Stone in charge, it is said the quarter spiritually and financially. was one of the best ever held at St. Paul. JOHN ARMSTEAD PRAYER THOUGHT By William Chalmers Covert Clear our sight, O God, that today, with comforted millions of Thy people we may look knowingly into the empty tomb of our risen and glorified Lord. May a new sense of its reality lay hold on the fact of his rising in the dawn of that first Easter, as we again wor- ship and sing of the hope and joy of our faith in that life’ everlasting his tising brings to light, May those-whose hearts and homes have been shadowed by sorrow during the year that is past see today a new and joy-giving light break across the graves of their loved ones. May the life here with its urgent tasks have again for them its former zest and joy. Spread wide across a depressed world the Christian's hope of immortality through Christ and give to millions yet unaware of the comfort of our faith, the good news of our risen Lord. In His name we pray. Amen, There is a word of caution to be con- sidered here: do not base your faith, or your lack of faith, upon the testi- mony of scientists. A scientist who js a Christian has exactly the same right to speak as any other Christian—but no more. Therefore we will not be unduly elated when Compton Millikan, Jeans, Eddington, Einstein seem to con- firm our hopes, nor will we be cast down when noted men seem to deny such faith. Science has as its function] M. the business of describing, weighing,|T. Matt. 28:1-10. S. Il Tim. 221-12. measuring objective realities. Laws] W. I Cor. 15:1-11. S. Romans-8:31-39. are observed working; these laws, al-|T. I Cor, 15:12-19. ways subject to modification when new —The 20th Century Quarterly. facts come to light, are proposed to us. No man on earth more highly regards science or scientists than I, but I do not rely upon them for confirmation of my faith in eternal life; that is not their business. The man who special- izes upon the cure of souls can best speak upon spiritual things. What have the saints to teach us? Possibly very much in this realm, DAILY BIBLE READINGS Matt. 27 :57-66. F. Psalm 118 :14-24. GRACE BEFORE MEALS | For these-and all His blessings, God’s Holy name be praised for Christ’s sake. Amen. ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA | HYMNS THAT LIVE The First Quarterly Conference of Bethel A. M. E. Church for the year]! 1940 was held January 14-15, Rey. W. H. Hall, Presiding Elder. The Quar- terly Conference was a success although | the Annual Conference had just closed. Be: ~ _The Presiding Elder preached two in- THE LESSON BROUGHT DOWN Some things elude the scientists, such spiring sermons but the one preached 2 TO DATE as heroism, beauty, love, sacrifice for a on Sunday morning from Ezekiel 9:8, Ox cause, aspiration. How can you grasp, ‘Will linger on our minds for some time. _ ~ By John R. Ewers weigh, measure or even describe these | Text, ‘And it came to pass, while they Tf.I might be allowed to present a/fine qualities? My kodachrome camera | were slaying them, and I was left that sonal confession of faith after all|grasps a sunset, but it does not ap-|I fell upon my face, and cried and said, these years that you and I have|preciate it, nor glow because of it,|Oh Lord God! wilt thou destroy all the udied together, I would say that my |soulfully. Eternal life is a quality be-| residue of Israel in the pouring’ out of ith includes a grand trinity: (I) I|ginning now and here and flowering | thy fury upon Jerusalems Subject, eve in God the Father (but permit |out later. It gives dignity to Seen enene: “T was left alone Monday Nde latiudes in interpretation); (2) existence, it provides motivation for jnight the business session of the Con- eve in Jesus Christ as a Savior (but | noble deeds, it holds out a magnificent; ference met at 8 o'clock With a large lo not try to draw hard and fast defini- | hope. Death is but graduation into, attendance; the devotional was poaducts S); (3) I believe in eternal life|the glorious company of the saints and ed by the pastor, Rey. E C. Foreman, t do not seek to compel others to|sages of all time. Yes, “I believe in The Conference was Diraniees ete cept my own ideas precisely). God | the life everlasting,” and when I cease from classes and para ti La the f ework in which all the scenes holding that firm faith I shall step up which were all good. The Presiding ! The Saviour calls—let every Attend the heavenly sound; Ye doubting souls dismiss your fear Hope smiles reviving round. ear 2 For every thirsty, longing heart, Here streams of bounty flow; And life, and health, and bliss impart To banish mortal woe. 3 Here springs of scared pleasure rise To ease your every pain; (Immortal fountain! full supplies!) Nor shall you thirst in vain. 4 Ye sinners come; ’tis mercy’s voice ; The gracious call obey; Mercy. invites to heavenly joys,— And can you yet delay? 5 Savious! draw reluctant hearts, To thee let sinners fly, And take the bliss thy love imparts; And drink and never die. | \ | | Steele. ===== DSC09002.JPG ===== 1848-1949 MEMBERS ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS CALVIN’S NEWSPAPER SERVICE HERCULES NEWS SERVICE Entered at the Post Office at Philadel- phia, Penna. as Second Class Matter Bell—KINgsley 0497 ES Se ae ee a Published Weekly By George A. Singleton, Editor and Manager At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. Bishop D. H. Sims, President Bishop M. H. Dayis, Vice-President Contributing Editors: Carlyle F. Stewart, Josephine T. Washing- ton, T. Jefferson Clement, Ho- wad. Dv Gregg: Milton ~-S;.- J. Wright, G. Wayman Blakley, Charles H. Wesley, Juanita E. Jackson- Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V. Richardson. * pica ialionine ae pee ENSS aeh SUBSCRIPTION RATES 1 Year, $1.50; 6 Months, $1.00; Single Copy 5c Address all correspondence to: The Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 1940 WEEKLY THOUGHT Common sense is none too common. WEEKLY POEM ASCENT By Virgmia Simmons Ah, but I search and search I try and try. 1 climb the walls, they mount higher. Why, How shall I scale them? Weights on my arms, my feet, even shaded an eye; And yet, I climb—yes, over the top I see a brilliant red, then green— 'Tis Life! Oh men, women, children! 'Tis the Land of Freedom, O God, Thy world has come! —Wilberforce University GOD IS NOT PLEASED To be sure God is not pleased with the manner in which men fight and slay each other. The hapds on the dial of the clock of civilisation have been turned back- ward, The days of the Inquisition and the Middle Ages are being re- enacted. Many areas of the world have been stained with human blood, The sons of Israel are after the sons of Greece. Along the Mannerheim, Siegfried, and Maginot lines millions of men stand in martial array. Preju- dices, racial and class hatreds ar- ray one group against another. God is not pleased. The nations would destroy each other in the effort to achieve eco- nomic superiority. The principal highways of world trade must be controlled. Iron, diamonds, gold, silver, precious metals, oil and wheat are the modern gods before ‘whom the lords of the earth bow down. Men must have power, even at the cost of human life. God is not pleased. They who sow to the wind must expect to reap only the whirlwind. A WORTHY SON The church does not properly appreciate Professor E. C. Deas of Chicago. He is a writer of music and were it not for his con- tributions there would be prac-| tically nothing done along that line. For a long time he has been a familiar figure at Annual Con- ferences, standing behind a book- ladened table in the rear of the church, or singing his numbers and offering them for sale. Mr. Deas is a native of South Carolina and is a member of the first class which was graduated from Edward Waters College. Thru the years he has worn the laurels of his alma mater proudly. He is a worthy son of the church and will not be duly appreciated j until he is dead. AN EXAMPLE FOR US ALL Dr. George Washington Carver was born in Missouri in 1864. His parents were Negro slaves. He was separated from both while still an infant and was sold, or swapped, for a horse valued at $300. Today Dr. Carver, head of the department of agricultural re- products of agriculture. A list of tion in the p the commercially valuable items, United States. made from the yield of the fields space. Dr. Carver was; in 1939, given|of God,” the dean said. the Roosevelt award for science.} He added: “To exclude He was awarded the Spingarn| from public schools, medal in 1923. He is a member] surrender these scho of the Royal Society of Arts, of | sectarianism of atheism and ir London. A far cry from that Negro in- fant of 76 years ago. Beyond all his scientific achieve-| further and said with equal ac. ments, however, Dr. Carver has] curacy that wholly necessary dis. given to the world, regardless of | putes among race, something which can be of] their sometimes un-Christlike dis. greater value than all the pro-|trustfulness of one another, ducts of his research. That is the}ready have all but delivered the example, the inspiration of his|American schools to the malic) life. He has lifted himself from the most humble of beginnings, to a}/that a progressive exclusion of place where he is honored all over} God and religious and moral edy- the world. And the manner of that | cation from public schools ii personal advancement has been by! United States, and from steady, faithful devotion to the one thing he can do best, to the cause which he sees as providing best opportunity to his fellow- men. B Dr. Carver did not seek fame. Probably he never paused to con- sider whether the work to which he was devoted would ever be- come known outside the labora- tory and the desire to attain riches was the furthest of all from his thoughts. Had he wanted wealth, there are a score of the products of his genius which would have made him tremendously rich. But he has lived a life filled with satisfaction in service and he has the world, after he has gone. Regardless of race or circum- stance in life, there is, in- the character and the career of Dr. George Washington Carver, an ex- search at Tuskegee Institute, haszample which, if followed by mod- given his life savings, $33,000, for the establishment of a foundation to bear his name and to perpetuate his work after he has passed on. The foundation will be charged, | also, with the preservation of the Carver Museum, containing ex- amples of his research discoveries and of his paintings. No name Stands higher than that of this aged Negro, Dr. Carver, among researchers, He has de- voted his efforts, for many years, to discovering new commercial uses for the products and by-}aspect ern youth, would bring greater}, .4 communism, brutishness happiness, finer service and better blight on the gther. conditions of life for all of us. —Atlanta Constitution 1 | eprrorraL OF THE WEEK | , THE DEAN IS shorts * Speaking in Chicago, Dean enough funds to build a Luther A. Weigle, of the Yale | African M. E. Church, Cape /°' Divinity School, asked that re-|South Africa. Higion in its broader, nonsectarian 7 and the forests, which he has} j given to the world would occupy | separation of church and Rate many columns of newspaper |hinder the school’s acknowleq s be made a part of educa-| | “There is nothing in the ,,; eros prin. ple of religious freedom or th he to e- power and S00dness ere. AH GORHAM WAS THE woman the African M. E. h sent to Africa as a mis- ment of the religion Would be to ols to a . MLLIAM PAUL QUINN the first circuit rider preacher he African M. E. Church. the re- ligion.” What Dean Weigle said is plain truth, and he could have gon. ANIEL COKER WAS THE representative of the African E. Church to visit African. religionists, and JOHN BOGGS WAS THE al Church to visit Africa. q e FP elements he mentions. “IF I DID NOT BELIEVE IN Also he could have pointed ox; just God, I don’t know what I vould do in the face of injustice.” —R. R. W. colleges and universities, has hand in hand with marked dei ioration of public and private lio esty and morality, and with loss governmental reliability and scientiousness. In the last third of a cen the increase in America of | lessness, crime, moral cruden and cheap self-centered mater ism born of religious igno: and lack of ethical back-ground has been appalling. That the nation has stood up as well as it has, and that mi lions of young men and woi have come through the fire large!) unscathed, is no less than m the Central Florida Conference, Tampa, Florida’ were Bishops John A. Gregg, and R. R. Wright, Jr.; the Reverends John Clayborn, . A. Adams, and George A. Sin- gleton; Lucy Hughes; The Rev- rerends R. B. Brookins, T. J. _ Davis, W. T. Johnson, D. H. Stan- ton, T. J. Miles, J. E. Beard, B. G. awson, H. Milton Mickens; Mrs. R. R. Wright, Jr., Richard R. Wright, III, Mrs. Amos J. White, Mrs. H. Y. Tookes, Frank Madi- son Reid, and several persons from within the state. THE CHURCHMAN AFIELD St. Paul, Miami, Florida is crowded to the doors. Hundreds of worship- bers stand on the outside to hear the appointments of the South Florida Con- ference. This is February, but white hats and light attire are in evidence. Windows are open. Fans are used. This is Miami. The sermon is being delivered by the Rev. C. A. Gibbs. The Rey. J. S. Johnson is presiding. _ This afternoon the Churchman saw something new,—a mass meeting for education at Bethel. Raised by pledges $2,172, by cash $103.65, total $2,275.65. It was a great hour. Speakers: Drs. S. S. Morris, Lucy M. Hughes, J. H. “Clayborn, George A. Singleton, and E. A. Adams. Bishop Tooke was in a happy vein. He was ably assisted by Presiding Elders Akery, Adair, Brook- ens and Moore. badly seared. But the condition cannot go °" forever. We in America att reaching a point where we must choose between God, decency 2™ enlightenment on the one ! —The Detroit Free Press Sennen ant _ POINTED POINTS _———_——— WITHIN FOUR YEARS 1!" W. H. and F. M. Society 12 1¢€. vil, . Seats. Dr. Gibbs has closed his-sermon. Dr. Johnson “opens. the doors of the church.” Oh the singing of “Amazing 7] one’s very soul. “Through many dan- gers, toils atid shares I have already {come.” Tampa, Florida. On yesterday the Churchman left beautiful Miamj early in,the morning in a four-car motor- cade. The trip was up the East coast to Palm Beach where a visit was made to Dr. Savage, who js very ill. Then across the state to Fort Myers. Such long, straight roads thru rich farming country. Down here cabbage is green. Celery is in abundance. Oranges, ba- nanas plentiful. At Clewiston the Churchman saw 3000 Negro men work- ing in sugar cane fields. The cold weather had struck Florida for the first time in years. Here one seldom sees a house with a chimney, At cleven thirty in the night the ‘St missionary of the African M.42@"ty lead by Bishop H. Y. Tookes arrived in Tampa. Met by Dr. M. D. Potter. Soon all were refresht at the manse and domiciled. Tampa is the home of Dr. Reche Williams, promi- nent layman, and son-in-law of the late Bishop W. D, Chappelle. As the Churchman entered the par- sonage he paused to recall the meetings _ AMONG THE VISITORS AT Jot the Council of Bishops in 1932 when the sutviying members of the class of) 1908 were entertained in the same house. Bishops H. B. Parks, and Wm. H. Heard, members, W. Samp- son Brooks, R. C. Ransom. Drs. R. R. Wright, and D. H. Sims were guests. Also Mrs. Flipper, Ransom, and Brooks. The speeches made that evening still ring in the writer’s ears and are fresh in his memory. The Churchman has already caught a glimpse of Drs. E, A. Adams, John H. Clayborn, and Lucy M. Hughes. Wonderful is this land of sunshine and flowers. Wonderful is this great church. Sacred is the heritage which must not be sold. Bishop R. R. Wright is presiding at a Missionary Meeting in the South Florida Annual Conference. With him on the platform are Mothers H. Y. Tookes, R. R. Wright, Jr., Luella White, Margaret Simms, and Lucy M. Hughes, Secretary L. L. Berry, and H. Milton Mickens. The church house is crowded with an intensely interested audience. = LETTERS TO THE EDITOR nS Barbourville, Ky. -Dear Editor: “ You say “A devout and interested subscriber thinks ‘The Churchman Afield’ should be discontinued.” Well, I know hundreds of other subscribers who would feel it a distinct loss not to read regularly of the peregrinations of the Churchman. We are made to live over again the scenes which he depicts. It is like being there in’ person. Faithfully yours, J. Acton Hill Houston, Texas Dear Doctor Singleton, Do let me thank you for the inter- Grace.” No ovgan or piano, but the old hymn as the old time, How it grips _LUCY M, HUGHES WAS"! esting book review. I enjoyed reading the women’s edition of The Christian THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Recorder, among the subscribers, Please find ehclosed a check for $1.50 and send the Paper to the above address. wishes for continued success as editor of The Christian Recorder Cordially yours, (Miss) Zatella R. Turner New Orleans, La. Dear Rey. Singleton: Congratulations are in order when- ever one receives a copy of The Chris- tian Recorder. In addition to giving a clear view of the workings of the great African Methodist Episcopal Church, it teproduces the varied thoughts of those men and women who keep the church alive, and does so in a clean, well edited fashion. The editorials are usually im- pressive and certainly to be admired. To a new-comer to the ranks of the denomination, the last few issues haye been most informative. As the several personalities campaign for as many gen- eral officers and receive the endorse- ment or condemnation of others, one is able to gain interesting, informational facts about the leaders of the church more rapidly than would be possible in any other way. Your lack of bias in printing both sides of any question at- tests to your real editorial ability. Best wishes, and the hope that you will be returned to the post you now hold by the 1940 general conference Sincerely, MAYME OSBY BROWN (Mrs. Charles C.) OUR CHURCH By Rev. Jesse L. Glover We were made to feel proud of our Church jn Atlanta when Bishop Foun- tain, Dr. Babcock, and the good people of Georgia gave us a real big time while in their city. Dr. Townsend our Con- nectional President was full of smiles and every — session was interesting. The Connectional Fellowship Movement of which I am Treasurer, met at the “Y", More than three hundred at- tended this meeting. Dr. O. Sherman is our President. A very fine Chairman. Dean Hill of Morris Brown, is our Dr. f very fine Secretary, J. Lun- non, another fine man is our A Sec’y, with Dr. Lary our very fine Chief Marshal. Our Church Advancing We are advancing. Souls are being added to our Church, the spiritual fire is burning. The great sermon preached by Bishop Flipper, is still burning in our hearts. The Bishops looked well. We are proud of the fine work they are doing. Let us follow their leader- ship. Thank God for the fine article written by Bishop Sims, he told the truth about our Church papers. Thank God for Bishop Wright’s article on the CHRISTIAN RECORDER VISITORS Dr. W. F. Jerrick, Mr. Robt. Sax- on, Mrs. David Henry Sims, Mrs. Christine C. Smith, Detroit, Michigan; the Reverends Arnold D. Nearn, A. L. Augustus, H, C, Boyd I. N. Patter- son, Matthew Jones, W. M. Thornton, Wm. A. Dorsey, William J. Town- send. atid you may include me] Best |< +The ; PAGE FIVE BIRTHDAY GREETINGS MRS. LAURA C. WATERS Volunteer Social Worker Agent Christian Recorder Allen A. M. E. Church Philadelphia, Penna Mrs. Caddie V. Goins, St. Paul, Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. C. E. Brooks, Champaign Ill.; Mrs. Violette Robin- son, The Christian Recorder, Philadel- phia, Penna.; Mrs. Mamie Edwards, Ward A. M. Church Philadelphia, Penna.; Mr. Ernest Moore, Bethel A. M. E. Church, Conway, S. C.; R. H. McCauley, Currie, N. C.; The Rey. William H. Shaw, pastor Brown Chapel, Oil City, Penna. ; The Rey. A. .H Hamilton, pastor Grant Chapel, Albuquerque, N, M.; The Rey. Chas. W~ Abington, Editor The Journal of Religious Education, Philadelphia, Penna.; Mr. Dennis A. Hill, Printer, Philadelphia, Penna. ; The Rey.—George A. Brown, Presiding El- der, Springfield, Illinois; The Rev. G Horace Jenkins, pastor Quinn Chapel, Louisville, Kentucky; The W. Brent, New Jersey; S. Stone pastor St Rey Rev. Geo. The Rev, I. Paul, Springfield, Ill. ; Mrs. Ivy Jacobs, Mt. Zion, Nor- ristown, Penna.; Mrs. Oretha T. Hatcher, Dothan. Alabama; The Rey C. H. Whaley, pastor Bethlehem, Langhorne, Penna.; Mr. Shelby Gib- son, Allen Chapel, Indianapolis, Ind. ; The Rev. J. Waymon Henry, pastor Bethel, Richmond, Va.; The Rev. E. B. Johnson, pastor-Clear Creek F ville, La.; The Rev. A. T. Wilkie, Philadelphia, Penna.; Mrs. °~Mary Sloan, Edith Sloan and Alfred Sloan, New York City; Mrs. Isabelle Burns, |St. Paul, Springfield, Ill Pension Plan. Yes we need to follow Dr. Witherspoon’s plan, and do some- thing for our old ministers. Many in The Race There are many in the race for many Pogitions in our grand old Church Let them run, I love to see this interest shown in our Church. Dr. Wallace gave us a’ fine plan. He said, pay the Bishops $5,000.00 and $100.00 each An- nual Conference and that’s all. I think we could save by doing this. Among the fine men running for the Bishopric are: Drs. T. J. Miles, D. Ward Nichols, A. J. Allen, G. T. Stinson, Butler of Georgia; Batler, of Texas: Joseph Gomez, of Cleveland; Barnes, Hair of Mis ppi; Baber, of Michigan; G. E. Curry, of Philadel- (Continued on page 8) Geo ===== DSC09003.JPG ===== I only know she caine and went—Lowell Like troutlets i a pool—Hood Slie was a phantoni of delight: Wordsworth And I was like a fool!—Eastman ‘Otte kiss, dear maid;” I said arid sighed, = Coleridge “Oiit of those lips unshorn.”— Longfellow She shook her ritiglets round her head. —Steditian And laughed in merry scora.— —Tennyson Ring out ye bells to the wild sky, —Tetittyson You hear them, O my heart !— Alice Cary "Tis twelve at night by the castle clock. — Coleridge Beloved we must part!—Alive Cary grief —Campbell. My eyes are dim with tears— How shall I live through all the days, All through a hundred years? She blest me with her hand—Hoyt. We strayed together, deeply blest, Mrs. Edwards Into the Dreaming Land—Cornwall. The laughing bridal roses blow— Patmore To dress her dark-brown hair— —Bayard Taylor No maiden may with her compare: —Brailsfield Most beautiful, most rare!—Read clasped it on her sweet, cold hand, —Browning The precious golden link;—Smith HW “Come back, come back!” she cried in|their intent and meaning i) calmed her fears and she was calm— — Coleridge “Drink, pretty creature drink!” —Wordsworth And so I won my Genevieve,— — Coleridge And walked in Paradise—Hervey The fairest thing that ever grew— —Wordsworth Atween me and the skies—Osgood Life 1. Why all this toll for triumphs of an hour? SNAPPY STORIES ETE WHEN WE’RE CARELESS The pastor was examining one of the offered: have committed and haven't.” BITTER EXPERIENCE _ by girls. : - “The more experience I have of lip- church for THE POETICAL PATCH QUILT |stick” he declared, -warinly, “the moré distateful I find it” “GOES WITH IT” ANSWERS 1. Oitiega 9.- Blood 17. Battery 2. Tongs 10. Tuck 18. Key 3. Bones ii. Jetsam 19. Flow 4. Nafrow 12. Whey 20. Strain 5. Sotind 13.True 21. Sevens 6. Shut 14.Bar 22 Skittles 7. Ready 15. Balances 23. “Half 8. Gloriots 16. Dried s 24. Fauna 25. Bred THE LAW OF OUR CHURCH By Rev. Albert Long ~ To so codify the laws of our church as to~have them specifically express is vitally necessary for our church. As we ap- proach each General Conference, thi Bayard Taylor |same problems relative to the laws of our church are seen. It is well to ob- Mrs. Osgood | serve that we have many splendid, laws in our Discipline which are observed T. S. Perry | only HERE and THERE in our church. 'Twas in the prime of summer time—| Immediately after the adjournment of Hood | the General Conference, there are forces Jin our church which set aside any law that the General Conference may pass, and substitute their own laws of con- venience for the law of the church. In this course of action, men are often forced to accept this course of action with clearly implied THREATS. Take SECTION, Page 165 in our Discipline: “Pastoral Interference,” This is constant ly practiced in our church. There is a large amount collected in the A. M. E. Church for which there is no accurate accounting, There are TWO CLASSES in our church today with reference to the matter in question; those who are LAW-MINDED and those who are LAWLESS for PERSONAL gain. The one thing for all of us to face is the fact, that if it were lawfully handled, we could do more with the money now collected in our church than we are now doing. Just when some men have enough to live on, is not clear to the mind of the,church. Just how some men who are KNOWN ‘to be POOR men can be so short a time in a given place, and who can do so many things beyond even that that their SPLENDID salaries under normal con- ditions would permit them to do, calls for inspection by the General Confer- ence. This is done in the STATE, and why should it not be done in the CHURCH? Men hold money in our younger classes, and asked the ques-{church who have no RIGHT to hold} tion, “What are the sins of omission?” | it, and men DISBURSE money in our After a little silence, one young lady |church today who have no right to do so. We take things for granted in deal- “Please, sir, they’re sins we ought to | ing with men and measure that no business institution could take and pros- per. The thousands of dollars now MIS-DIRECTED in our church, if lawfully distributed would enable our A Bishop had been speaking with | church to do more than it can do today. some feeling about the use of cosmetics |aon, W- etaoin shrdiu emfwyp vbekq Take the Pension Department of our which earnest pleading is YOUNG PEOPLE'S PAGE sstanberhacbecdectontoctetacdot..t. in our church. A FACT-FINDING COMMITTEE by the Gereral Conifer- ence, would bring to it a better supp for that departitieiit. So log as LAW cai direct furids for ineasiires and ¢or- ditiotis without law with the view of personal GAIN, io NEW PENSION LAW passed wili do ary niore for WORNOUT PREACHERS than is now being done. Many thoughtftil minds visit otir annital conferences atid other teetings. They may not be on the in- side where many WRONG things are done. However, all that is doe on the INSIDE finds its way outside. Why, SPECIAL MEN on special committees always who do no more for our cause than other men do? Why must certain SPECIAL MEN irr special committees gatherings handle all of the money other men pay in, who are no more honest than are other men who collect the funds in question? Why should I want “MY FRIENDS” alone to handle funds which any responsible, honest. man of the GROUP can handle? The group of men thus SELECTED, never keep that that is done in secret. Just as soon’as they are released from such services, they come out at once and tell the other men that that has been HUMAN VALUE which was in the minds of our fathers in dealing ‘with their POORER brethren, can only be found here and there in our church today. There may be those who will fight a PENSION DEPARTMENT in our church. If such a department did nothing more than to demand and se- cure the money now collected for such a department in our church, our PEN- SIONERS would be better supported than they are today. The growing spirit of REBELLION in our church today, is not that our lay members are DIS- LOYAL, but the individual assessments placed on our churches by individual DIRECTION where no APPRAISAL of conditions have been made, Churches are thus assessed by how I FEEL about things without a knowledge of the actual conditions which the pastor and the churches face. What happens from this course of action? The peo- ple REFUSE to pay such assessments thus made and the pastor must STARVE to pay them or he is openly DISGRACED if he does not. Our government does not direct its work in this, way nor can our church suc- cessfully direct its work this way. There is too much abuse given to poor men in the A. M. E. Church by those All extra assessments church should be made by COMMIT- TEES and not by the individual WHIMS of any one. They should be so made that those assessed can be in- duced to the vitally responsible for them. .We just as well face this fact now. We can collect one fourth more for all purposes in our church than we can collect today, but our METHOD | must be changed. Scores of instances of accounting for that that we collected must be changed. Scores of instances ‘ now being dorie by sonie splendid meénh |can be cited LESS MINDED hieh iti olf clitrch|has dorie inore to bring POV; pty _|they did not do them? As they ! who have done nothing for the church. | directs them to do? Say w SE LESS- made in our%this is the SECRET of the LAW!” today in Which Ministe are assessed and NOT CHURCH), The success of our church in the {,y,. demands that we change this ; iéthod at ofice. This course of ure false top, to our iinisters and to create eon, sion in oiir ehtirctiés thai any thes one thing lias doe. It is both py EQUAL and in many well known ... ; unjust. It has HELPED some me» , succeed, and it has forced some jn, to fail. In either case thus noted, ; has HURT the A. M. E. Chur. The General-Conferetice should pas; law that all EXTRA ASSESSM made in out church shall be mad COMMITTEES, a part of whom be composed by those directly ass: If this is done we shall collect tnore from our churches than we can col: today and we shall separate our | ministers from elements of the po imposed upon them today. -As a c! out of that that we give, we are t: to do more than we are able We do some things through emot that have no practical APPRAISA the means with which they are | done. What happens when we such a mistake? Those of us wh the most are unwilling to tak: we have and meet the unwise cond +done on the INSIDE. The vision ofjcreated. ‘We then do the next thing. We place these burdens on ‘ who get LESS and have nothing, then falsely measure their SUCCISS by their ability to meet unwise tions which we had no legal righ’ create. The law of reaction is ait now in the culture and the busines capacity which hundreds of our min ters now have. As a church, we rebellion unless we change this at on‘ This is a ONE way track and we face it. Well, we are soon to mc‘! in Detroit, Michigan in another Genera Conference. What are we going ther for? One Brother says; to elect B H OPS and General Officers, and to ™°* LAWS to govern the A. M. E. Ct Who will keep such LAWS as you ™ make at the next General Conferen Who led in breaking such LAWS as W have since the last General Co ence? The LEADERS were dir to do some things by the last Genera Conference. Why have they not °°" them? What reasons have they () *"" to the next General Conference not DONE the things they we'< ° rected to do by the last General ‘ ‘ ference, what REASON have y°"' that they wil! do those BELIEVE things the NEXT General Confer hat you W! NESS in the A. M. E. Church to" “(Continued on page 15) Tolaphone Established EVErgreen 2678 - 189 - JAMES H. IRVIN FUNERAL DIRECTOR Sacred Care of the Dead N. 47th St. Philadelptie ‘The Church That Appeals - to Juniors Ours Is a Giving Church 2 Cor. 9:6-9 of This Meeting 2 bring plainy and pointedly to boys girls the financial program of the church and of the denomination; lescribe the ways of getting money the church, and of spending it to the best results; to present the prin- le of tithing and other ways of regu- giving; and to show how giving is lite as important as other parts of the Christian life. tefore the Meeting ‘0 get the facts about the finances of local church a small committee of or three Juniors should be named | week or two in advance to consult the treasurer of the church or the inister, about the total amount of mey handled by the church jn a year, id the various sums spent for sala- ties, the church property, missionary work, education, and other pieces of ork. The information gained should talked over by the committee and he superintendent so that it may be “reportd in the best way in the meeting. An Outline for the Meeting 1. Why a local church needs money. 2. Why the denomination needs money. 3. Other causes that need money. 4. Why Christians should support the church. 5. Best ways for Christian giving. 6. What is tithing? ‘ _ 7. What can children do as givers? _ Of course there will be more to thi meeting than discussion of these seven “themes. The hymns will be on devotion, service and missions such as, “Give of Your Best to the Master,” “Take My Life and Let It Be,” “Hark, the Voice of Jesus Calling,” “We've a Story to Tell to the Nations.” The prayers and testimonies will relat to the sharing of i Possessions and love for the unfor- inate. t ‘Help for the Leader and the Juniors _ 1. The local church. It is natural that any congregation wants to have a comfortable, well-equipped place in which to worship and,carry on its work. A minister is to be employed, and per- haps other workers. These salaries must come from the gifts of the people. ‘Then there is the cost of heating the rch, providing for a janitor, music, ‘ardess lighting, repairs, insurance printed mat- ter and smaller items. 2. The denomination. Most churches are parts of a denomination which car- “Ties on a program of missionary work, _€ducation, evangelism, church building, temperance, hospital work visitation md the like. Sometimes these are —8rouped into “missions,” or “benevo- _lences”; sometimes they come as special appeals to the local churches. Usually there are quotas or definite amounts expected from each» church for all hese works, : 3. Other causes. Every church should have larger interests than its own con- ections, There are general bodies, ‘Such as church federations, city mis- sions, Red Cross, temperance societies, aid from Christian purses. 4. Reasons for church support, Among the many reasons why Chris- tians should give to the church are these: Bratitude for blessings received ; desire to gain more inspiration; desire to share with others; wish to spread the gospel; urge to relieve suffering and bring joy into the world. To re- ceive the blessings of the church with- out helping to pay for them is an ex- treme form of selfishness. 5. Best ways of giving. All Chris- tian giving should be regular,—that is, daily, weekly or monthly. Some form of planned giving should be adopted, like a fixed amount each week, or a Percentage of our income, or the use of weekly envelopes, or the filling of a bank, or the making of a pledge. 6. Children as givers. As a rule children do not earn money, but some do, now and then. A great many are on allowance from their parents, and receive a certain sum each week which they may spend as they desire. Jun- iors should decide for themselves what share of all such money coming in should be turned over to the church, or to Sunday School, or to Christian En- deavor, or to some other Christian cause. } Certainly all Christians, of any age, should have a part in the Lord’s work, and it is just as important to tithe a quarter as to tithe ten dollars. Daily Verses M., Mar. 11. Systematic giving. DP Cor: 16,2. T., Mar. 12. Frequent giving. Phil. 4:10 15, 16. W., Mar. 13, Relief to sister churches. Arts 11:29, 30. T., Mar. 14. Glad giving. Rom. 15:26, 27 F,, Mar. 16. Sacrificial giving. 2 Cor. 8:1-3. Sun., Mar. 17. Topic—3. Ours Is a Giving Church. 2 Cor. 9:6-9. —The Christian Endeavor World BIRTHDAY PARTY The Stewardess Boards of Ward A. M. E. Church gave their pastor Rey. Montrose W. Thornton a surprise Birth- day Party at his residence, 524.N. 56th Street, Philadelphia, February the 2nd, Mrs, Mamie Garner the president of Stewardess Board B presented Mrs. Estelle Creekman to bring greetings from their board; Mrs. Creekman made a brief interesting talk. Mrs. Viola Goldman the president of Stewardess Board A, presented Mrs. hospitals, institutions for children and! for the aged,—and all ate deserving of | THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER FOR BISHOP DR. W. D. MILLER To the forth coming GENERAL CON- FERENCE, convening in DETROIT. MICHIGAN, MAY, 1940. GREEINGS: We are nearing that “law making body” the GENERAL CONFERENCE of the A. M. E. Church and since we must elect more BISHOPS among the other vital important transactions I am again writing. : : OKLAHOMA, is a part of the 12th Episcopal District, being led by that matchless and intrepid leader of men, a man whom the state loves to follow, the RT. REV. E. J. HOWARD, PRE- SIDING BISHOP, and in its state pri- mary endorsed as its “standard bearer” for BISHOP in MAY 1940 the REV. WILLIAM DAVID MILLER. DR. W. D. MILLER, | should be elected BISHOP in the forth coming GENERAL CONFERENCE — MAY 1940 for many reasons, (1) because he is physically sound, mentally sane morally safe and spiritually healthy; (2) because he possesses every qualifica- tion that the duties of the office require; (3) because he is a man with a’ vision and a heart that encircles the whole program of the church which our Lord purchased with His own blood ‘plus the back-bone and intelligence to give it to the church in systematic form and methods that are workable; (4) because he is the kind of leadership the times demand and there he does not live in the eternal past THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH needs above all else more cultured painstaking sym- pathetic, Christian leadership and we appeal to the forth coming GENERAL CONFERENCE. to help us elect DR } Irene V: Roseboro on behalf of Stew- Hart LER to the office of a BISHOP. Board A. Mrs. Roseboro brought greetings from her board. DR. MILLER. is a man, who could get the support and cooperation of the Bro. Pinkney Jones spoke on behalf people of this age in putting over a of the Stewards board. (This was Bro. Jones birthday also. Rey, Thornton in a very happy mood responded to these talks. The ladies served an appetizing re- past. Rev. Thornton received several use- ful presents. es ‘God be with you till we meet again was sung. : The party left after spending a very leasant evening. oe IRENE V. ROSEBORO. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praiss Him “Gospel Beacons” Just oft the Press. “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry,” “Notes of Gold,” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness ” Single Copies 35¢, 1 Doz. Copies $3.50 100 Copies $30.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. Write: EDWARD C. DEAS 5718 Wabash Ave Chicago, 11 PAGE SEVEN worth-while program for the church in such a time as this. 5 lf the Church will elect DR. MIL- LER to the office of a BISHOP—MAY 1940 it will have another man on its bench of BISHOPS who is ripe, scho- larly, consecrated, a preacher who js convincing and persuasive and an ex- ecutive of the priestly type. If the church will elect DR. MIL-~ LER it will have another man who is familiar with the philosophy of life and the needs of the pastors and pre- ‘ siding elders a man whose heart is full of sympathy for the brotherhood, whose every desire is to help the man that is farthest one who can and will hear the cries of the mission pas- tors. DR with a yoice and experience, he is a man who can launch out beyond that which, he can see and know, whose ability is not limited to the things we can sée, hear and touch, who can launch out into the undiscovered fields where there are larger opportunities and more fruitful service, a man full of good works, about his wisdom as a teacher. We should not elect DR. MILLER for what he has done only but what he is capable of doing he is a man who will put words into deeds and meaning and life into creeds a man who will bring GOD nearer to her bleeding min- istry in this church of ALLEN and lead herself out of her economic and financial chaos and the low morale and spiritual destitution of her membership down, MILLER is more than a man and stir the stagnant masses and at- tract them to her ways. GOD has prepared him, the people want him, this church of ALLEN needs him and we ask you (general confer ence) to help us to elect DR. MILLER —MAY 1940 at DETROIT. MICHI- GAN, I see others who must be considered at DETROIT, MICHIGAN, MAY, 1940, namely: DRS. J. H. CLAYBORN, SS. MORRIS, D. WARD NICHOLS J. B. BUTLER, J. L. BUTLER, F: M. REID, G. T. STINSON, J. S$ JOHNSON. L. L. BERRY FOR RE- ELECTION, A. S. JACKSON FOR RE-ELE ION and W. H. HALI FOR WESTERN CHRISTIAN RE- CORDER and others REV. J. H. HALI Oklahoma City, Okla. 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Temptation and Trials are Sure to come at the close of The day, just remain perfect And upright in your way. God in his holy word, Did promise every man Peace and perfect peace In that Eternal Land. . —Mrs. T. Clay Jackson, Tenn. THE ROLE OF NEGRO EDUCA- TION IN THIS DEMOCRACY By Mrs. G. Newsome Whatley I judge that my readers are a bit amazed when I say my subject is the role of Negro education, in this de- mocracy. I judge, that they feel that there should be no Negro education, but education for people, and that should be the same. But dear readers, fhere is a separate and distinct education for this darker race. There is a feeling of uneasiness on the part of our Cau- casion neighbors as to our ability and capacity. There is a feeling of con- cern about this education of the black man because in so far as a man be- comes intelligent and thinks further, the more unhappy he becomes in his pres- ent surroundings and seeks a_ right about face in one way or another. Therefore, we shall look upon the edu- cation of the two races under separate conditions. Yes, what is the role of Negro educa- tion in this democracy? With a weed- ing out of skilled labor from unskilled GAMMON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Announces a series of lectures on Women’s Work in the Church given by Mrs. Dan B. Brummitt of Evanston, Illinois in the Seminary Chapel, Thirkield Hall March 12-15, 1940 .. Each Day at 10:00 A, M, .. WILLIS J. KING, MRS. JONATHAN A. DAMES Charming helpmate of the pastor of First A. M. E. Church, Pasadena, California making a difference between the races, - with a government so planned that au- thoritative attention cannot be given to each community problem, it behooves us as college men and women to-be- come cognizant of the place of Negro education in this democracy of Amer- ica. 7 Suppose we see what has happened to our education since first it was con- sidered a-necessity. After the freedom of the slaves, the better class of Southern white citizens understood that the giv- ing of freedom to 4,000,000 black slaves required some sort of education, al- though they did not believe that they would_profit thereby. _ ne of the first acts of the new government was the establishment ‘of free schools. It is believed that with the accomplishment of the emancipa- tion not more than 5% of all the Ne- groes could read and write. With the birth of James W. Johnson, Du- bois, Hope and others 80% of the Negro population was illiterate. There was 10% illiteracy in 1836. Now what does all this mean? It means that with this educational progress, the Negro be- comes more and more displeased with his present state and with his dis- pleasure he asserts action, and with this assertion of action, his democracy becomes a greater problem. progress in the mind of the community, both black and white, and the grow- ing necessity for the possession of the tools of literate expression by the individual in every day adjustments to a more complex social organization, it behooves us as members of this panorama of world progress, to seek, share and grow in the light of our present sojourn from the land of ‘the unknown. “If the Negro is to be absorved into the mass of the population, whatever tends to create group cohsciousness atid accentuate differences should be avoid- ed,” says Charles S. Johnson of Fisk University.. He further said that Ne- gro students should be considered as individuals and. future citizens, rather than as a’ special group, and emphasis placed on those traits which are Amer- ican rather that racial. True, our government means for freedom of speech, freedom of action and elevation of ideals a goverhtent of the people, by the people and for the people, but in reality, we as a face are left to work out 8-10 of our own salvation, Theoretically, our government is jdeal, it worships: justice to all and malice toward none, but practically it points its fingers at some and declares its ex- ceptions. It is left up to this minority group to seek, share and grow for it- self. The Negro must rearm himself for this moral, mental and physical struggle. He must ally with those agericies which make for the betterment of his group’s welfare. saa Suppose we take the young Negro high school graduate who goes to col- lege. He goes secure in the behalf of labor, with local and state organizations | this new role of education—that after 4 years of study and ideal living, re- economic and social lethargy, that he will come forth ready to turn his world }around—making it a better place for his family, his friends, his community, his city, state, and nation. But in- stead he comes forth and finds his dream world a place of stone wvalls, from whence none have been able to conquer, capture or change. Negro |- This gradual infusion of the spirit of ; Now what role shall his education play to -meet- those immediate and re- mote needs. _ His needs which on the one hand sing “God Bless America” and on the other say “Make your way the best you can.” The answer to this is that he must be taught to feel that withinghis own race’s domain there is power arid there is a way. He must be taught racial integrity and responsibil- ity. He must be taught that only through the realization of his own peo- ple’s salvation can he expect for Amer- ica to say wholeheartedly “You too are America.” Not that we condone a division in the support of American principles but a consciousness that America will not accept him jn her scheme of things until he reasserts him- self economically, religiously and edu- cationally: Yes, America accepts George Wash- ington Carver, ‘Marian Anderson, Washington as real exemplars of Amer- ican culture and truth. We glorify in this fight. But what about this ac- ceptance? They are thought of as ex- ceptions to the generai run of the race, as just luck persons who received a gift from God Almighty by some mis- taken means. It is not for these\do we concern ourselves as to the role of our education in this democracy, but it is for those who sing an unheard song in this theoretical land of the free and home of tie brave. — Our full emancipation must not come only to those who are empowered by mote from the hum drum of political, < the will of God with the gilt o or poetry, but it must come ig who work by their hands and the of their brows. If this is true our education Must p, vide stimuli and impetus for Ree Tt must teach that we can ie power, that we can shoulder pero bility that we can efficiently hold o s and we can exemplify true living ideal It is only through this way that 3 shall be considered as part of Attieric It is only through this way shal be come a part of the plan of things f Song those SWeat fice We It is only through this way that Unbiaseg We consideration mist be shown us can not deny our economic. educati and religious progress, but we admit that there is much to do, » el that can be done and much that , be done. The weight of the res sibilities lie upon otr spiritual and im: tal education. When the school has taught us ; we can master and inanage stores Psupport out people, can afford to hy) from this man because he is a Negro then we are weil on the road to earn ig a practical democracy. When we have been taught spiritual to believe in each other, to b our God, as a just one and a non dis criminating one and to believe in selves, then this democracy will recog nize our place in its scheme ai can sing from the bottom hearts and the depths of our souls “God bless America Land that I love Stand beside her and guide her Through the night with a light ab From the mountains to the prairi: To the oceans white with foam God bless America My home sweet home. This is the role of Negro edticats THIS democracy. OUR CHURCH (Continued from page 5) phia; S. S. Morris, Ward, of Chicago G.-E; Stewart, of Virginia. Dr. Collins, Dr. Clayborn, Dr. Griffin Dr. Collins as we know, has serve’ from the mission charge to one 0! ‘ largest churches. He certainly knows the Church. “A worthy son of Allen. There are many seeking to be General Officers. Dr. Spears of South Care lina, for the League and Dr. Fred Jo™ dan, of Kansas, Dr Hatcher of Alabam@ He is the man for the Southern Recor der. A worthy servant. Dr. J. > Benns for the Publishing House: Dy T. J, Clement for the Review. W° must keep Dr, Geo. A. Singleton - his present position as Editor pr ON Mother Recorder. He has been the all. He has worked day and night '°* the Church. He has traveled in'? every section of the Church a senting’ the Christian Recorder t° ut Church. He has treated all men ae big brother. We must keep Dr. Singi® ton over this paper. pre- The fact is he * (Continued on page 16) - . EY HELP iRECTOR RELIGIOUS “EDUEATION DEAN F. D. JORDAN Western University The School of Religion Quindaro, Kansas Western University The School of Religion Quindaro, Kansas as received tlie endorsement of Annual Conferetices in different of he church and have been urged any of the church’s foremost ; THE CHRISTIA MAKE THE DISTRICT PROGRAM THE REV. CARL FLIPPER Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Kansas City, Missouri dets to seck election to the office of rector of Religious Education for the -M. E. Church at the coming General feretice in Detroit. For quite 20 years fie has been in- rested in this work. For more than ears he has been actively affiliated the departinent of contributor to ‘Periodicals atid literature and as cher in the Institutes and Congresses hich it has promoted. the Department of Religious Educa- j, authorized by the General Confer- fin 1936, it has been recently or- ized by consolidating the work of Sunday School Union, the Allen istian Endeavor League and certain Ctions of the Young People’s De- tients of our Missionary Societies. “Morris, the present Director, has ht well in making possible this vement, his successor, Dean Jordan would to this task a background of 3 ations in African Methodism; a fete academic and _ theological ning in Kittrell College, Howard and thwestern Universities and the Uni- of Chicago; 17 years of suc- ful pastoral experience in both mis- -and metropolitan churches ; 5 years’ lership in student life as faculty Mber and subsequently as Presi- t of Western University developing Noah W. Williams School of Re- On; and a fine faith in the youth the race and in the power of God DUgh Jesus Christ to make of them onstructive force in African Metho- m. He is well prepared to represent ‘Church in this department. His ct ion is generally conceded. » _ OCCASIONAL FLASHES By Willard: Leake, D.D. ter closing two successful meetings A GOOD MAN M RECORDER PAGE NINE SUCCEED ON THE COAST THE WEST CONTINUES THE REV. J.-A Bethel A. M. E. sadena, California DAMES Church THE REV, RUSSELL BROWN | Council exercises Shorter Chapel A. M. E. Church Denyer, Colorado In the masterly sermon by our Senior |Bishop, J. S. Flipper of welcome tendered by the great Sta The program te THE REV. R. H. HARBERT, P. E. Pasadena, Calif. He is a hard worker, a Christian Gentleman. TRUE AS STEEL poe Georgia lead on by Dr. W. A |Fountain and the local entertainment Iby Dr. D. T. Babcock and committee “Big” Bethel was most beautifully arranged and its artistic design com- mended the admiration of all present All praise to Dr. Babcock The outs€fnding fe Council re of the Con- s the president, A mild nectional Wi which was read on Thursday was this D vice- at enthusiasm Dr. J able During the cheers and g sessions presided over Howell of Detroit | president of the Council | by the very | Council all candidates of offices in the church were’ presented and given a The g | chance to speak neral impres- |sion given by the Council seemed to much con- ral Confer- indicate the possibility . of | structive work by the G ence in May. Evangelism it seems will have its day in courts. All of the Bishops and Delegates are in favor of a Con- THE REY. W. H. BURNETTE, P-E. | General Officers St. Louis, Missouri \nection, while perhaps personally I | fav. 9 itte ; |may not favor the plan as submitted Very dependable, a noble friend and |™4Y hob ta hae Ct | to the group of the Evangelist in At- hurchman,. lanta. I do appreciate the willingness of the E In angelists to cooperate. in the Motor City with Drs. G. W. Baber and J. D. Howell respectively the writer journed to Muskogee, Okla., campaign was A. King of assembled Dr. where an launched with Warren Chapel. ‘ At the opening of the meeting at Ebenezer, Detroit, we were graced with the presence Dr. and Mrs. George A. Singleton, and the editor in an altar prayer on Sunday convinced the entire audience and the Evangelist of his deep spiritual graces and that 1 in the old time Methodist R. of he believed fire. 3 ’ In the two Detroit meetings made more than a hundred persons were brought into the fold. Dr. Baber is making preparation for | such a spirit we may accomplish some- ference, and promises to give though the | thing. great exposition of Seventy-Fiye Years | Instead of a set up a large commis- of Negro Progress. \sion which would mean an extra load From Muskogee we went to Atlanta, |and added expense and the department where we attended the Bishops and | head. Connectional Councils. It is putting} Dr. R. A gee, Okla. it mildly to say the Council was great. |offered a for Evangelist, He thinks Evangelist A party of us motored the gay city. | which the writer appreciates In the party was Dr. P. A. King of Muskogee, delegate to General Confer- ence; Dr. W A delegate to General Conference; Rev G. E. Hughes of Tulsa, Okla.; Mr. Altus Williams of Camden, Ark., and the writer We Atlanta Wednesday in time for the first s¢ssion of the Connectional Council presided over by our very abl president, Dr. Vv. M. Townsend. There were many there should be so many campaigns conducted each year and that each campaign should be*put in charge the leading Evangelist and along with the preach- ing and regular Evangelist program One or two of the Bishops and each of the general officers should be fea- Davis, Ardmore, of some one of arrived in tured as an inspirational and informa- J tive means. Such a program would add dignity, the intertainment of the General Con- brilliant features connected with the (Continued on page 16) ===== DSC09005.JPG ===== News At A Glance 4 NEGROES SAVED FROM DEATH BY SUPREME COURT Black, Former Klansman, Delivers Opinion WASHINGTON, D. C—(AP)—The Supreme court spoke out sharply to- day against “secret, inquisitorial” police methods in reversing the conviction of four Florida Negroes sentenced to death for the robbery-slaying of a white man. In a Lincoln’s birthday session, the court found that confessions obtained from the prisoners thru five days of continuous grilling, even if unaccom- panied by physical mistreatment, yio- lated their constitutional right to “due process of law.” The circumstances were such, the court said, as to fill the prisoners with “terror” and “the haunting fear of mob violence was around them.” Klan Controversy Recalled. The unanimous opinion was read by Justice Hugo L. Black, whose appoint- other white citizens, in a fourth floor jail room where as prisoners they were without friends, advisers, or counselors, and under circumstances calculated to break” the strongest nerves and the stoutest resistance, ‘Terrorized for Five Days “For five days petitioners were sub- jected to interrogations culminating in Saturday’s all night examination. Over a period of five days they steadily re- fused to confess and disclaimed any guilt. The very circumstances sur- rounding their confinement and their questioning without any formal charges having been brought, were such as to fill petitioners with terror and fright- ful misgivings.” handmaid of tyranny,” said Black. “Under our constitutional system, courts stand against any winds that blow as havens of refuge for those who might otherwise suffer because they are helpless, weak, outnumbered, or because they are nonconforming victims of prejudice and public excite- ment, “Due process of law, preserved for all by our constitution, commands that no such practice as that disclosed by this record shall send any accused to his death. Maintains “Constitutional Shield.” “No higher duty, no more solemn responsibility, rests upon his court than | that of translating into living law and maintaining this constitutional shield] The court added that they “were deliberately planned ‘and inscribed for | practical strangers in the community” the benefit of every human being sub-|and that they were “interrogated by ject to our constitution—of what ever|men who held their very lives—so far race, creed, or persuasion.” as these ignorant petitioners could The Negroes are Isiah (Izell) Cham- | know—in the balance.” bers, Jack Williamson, Charlie Davis, SS and Walter Woodward ((Woodard). |NEGRO PAIR DEDICATES OWN They were rounded up with more than HOUSING PROJECT 20 other Negroes immediately after the |- ea killing of elderly Robert Darcy at Pom-| PHILADELPHIA—(INS)—A once pano, Fla... in 1933. No charges were | poverty-stricken Negro couple cele- 5 PAGE ELEVEN Sr ference. The Active Pall Bearers were the Revs. E. B. Johnson, C. A, Hay- ed with ever but with loy-| man, E. E, Hughes, aj? H. Cashen, L. swe thank our many friends |S. Penn, C. H. Blanks, Car: Malloy abounded expressions of ten-|and D, i, Fields, of the Centreville pathy for us during the ill-]} District, “death of our dear wife and Atlanta, Georgia 2 February 15, 1940 TO THE BISHOPS, GENERAL OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE CONNECTIONAL COUNCIL NOW HERE ASSEMBLED—IN BIG BETHEL CHURCH— The late Rev. Nelson was born June THIS CITY! 13, 1857 in St. Mary’s County, Md. and joined the Baltimore Conference in 1892, His was a long faithful, loyal and active career, He leaves to mourn his passing a devoted wife, Mrs. Annie Nelson and a number of other relatives y. W. H. Owens, pastor at|and friends. |, Pentia., passed away Monday L.-S..,PEN arch 5, 1940, Centreville Signed, . J. MILES and Children. GREETINGS !—Here we are—a thousand of us more or less—gathered from the four corners of the earth—in the language of one of the Fathers of the church—“HELPING THE CHURCH MAKE UP ITS MIND”—to do certain things at the General Conference in Detroit next May, DEATH N, Secretary District Conference. At this Ours, here in Atlanta is truly a ‘Ministry of Propaganda.’ point and in this place, we dare to venture n the Holy Task of Senti- ment Making—of Jaunching a ‘Thinking Campaign’ that we pray will culminate into Laws and Action—for the good of the Church—in the days just ahead. DEATH IN MEMORIAM In sad and loving memory of a de- Rev. J, R. Nelson, who since] voted husband Rey. Joseph Stiles, who been the Presiding Elder of] passed away March 2, 1930. nterville District of the Baltimore| Dear husband you are not forgotten re ce, passed away at his resj-| Though on earth you are no more 629 Edmondson Ave., Balti-] Still in memory you are with me Ad. Sunday, February 18, 1940] As you always were before. ‘att illness of several months. Devoted wife, = funeral was conducted on Thurs- ADELE february 22, at St. John A. M. Church, Baltimore with the Rt. Whereas, taking a retrospective view of Methodism from the Alders- gate Experience of John Wesley, down to and through the Camp Meet- ing, conyersion and inspiration of our Patron Saint—Bishop Richard Allen—we find that our great church—like kindred Protestant Eccle- siastical Organizations, was born out of the Flames of an OLD FASHION CAMP MEETING REVIVAL, and that its consistent growth from an humble beginning, down through the years and up to its present magnificent statue, haye been accomplished through the continued in- fusion of Holy Evangelism. STILES JUST THINKING brated ment angry controversy because of his one time membership in the Ku Klux Klan. He acknowledged at the time that he once was a klan member, but added that he resigned. “Today, as in ages past, we are not without tragic proof that the exalted power of some governments to punish]. manufactured crime eee is the filed until after confessions were ob- tained the following week. “Here the record developes a sharp conflict upon the issue of physical viol- ence and mistreatment,” the Supreme court found “but shows, without con- flict, the dragnet methods of arrest on suspision with warrant, and the pro- tracted questioning and cross-question- to the bench precipitated an ing of these ignorant. young colored tenant farmers by state officers: and BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND SAVE MONEY! . WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF * CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS part time chaplain of Southern Michi- CHOIR HATS gan prison by Corrections Director VESTMENTS /Edward G. Heckel, it was announced CHURCH Friday by Warden Harry H. Jackson. pineiuenres The Rev. 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Church Flags and Usher Badges and Arm Bands. the one hundred anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth by dedicating a low-cost housing pro: thirty-first Jject they are building in Philadelphia for the poor out or a $150,000 sweep- stake prize. — t Benjamin and Pearl Mason, who until a year ago were living with their two children on $11.40 weekly relief, have poured most of their surprise wealth into a’ modern apartment for the better, race. _ NEGRO CHAPLAIN AT PRISON NAMED ‘ The Rev. P. W. Walls, pastor of the Community A. M, E. Church, 222 E. Franklin St., has been appointed a ‘famous American series at the Tuske- gee post office April 7. _ WOMAN, 68, BEGINS CAREER AS LAWYER INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (U.P.)—Miss Alice McFarland, a retired school teach- er of 68, has taken up the practice of law in Indiana, with an intense dislike of idleness and a conviction that she will live to be 100. a “TI don’t want to waste a precious mo- a ee in these next 32 years,” she said oN ts . he ment of less-fortunate members of their Robert S. Abbott, edito lisher of the Chicago Defen: jthe country’s leading Negro r« died Thursday morning in his 4742 South Parkway. Edi: had been in jll health for s He was 69 years old at thy his death. /M. H. Davis, Presiding Bishop, ter of ceremonies. | by the Revs. J. M. Boston and A. Harris, Presiding Elders of the mn and Hagerstown Districts re- ely. Invocation was offered by ey. J. T. Bond, Presiding Elder ffimore District. Scripture Lessons ie read by the Rey. J. A. Young, residing Elder Richmond District of Virginia Conference and the Rev. . C. Hodges, pastor of Trinity, Balti- ore. Resolutions and telegrams were d by the Rey. John Hammond, pas- ‘of Handy, Baltimore. ef, timely and praiseworthy re- ss were made by Revs, W. A. ris, J. M. J. T. Bond, iding Elders in the Baltimore Con- pice ; also by the Revs. J. A. Young, Drummond, and I. T, Walker, iding Elders in the Virginia Confer- DEATH Dr. A. Wilberforce Williams Dr. Williams died in his | Monday morning of a hea He was 76 years old. Final held Wednesday morning ai St mund’s, with Father Samu pastor, conducting requiem | Burial was in Lincoln cem Boston, after being the only woman of 35 admitted to practice. is utterly abominable to me clared. “Idleness is my id nether regions.” thers spoke on behalf of the follow- “organizations :— Rev. R. E. Ford, ident of the A. M. E. Ministers’ lance of Baltimore; Rev. J. C. ett, A. M. E. Ministers’ Alliance = Washington, D. C.; Rey. Henry $3,000,000 SET ASIDE TO PENSION ‘mas, Centreville District; Rev. C. MISSIONARIES Ferguson, Baltimore District; Dr. H. Wesley, Potomac District; Dr. |. Mitchell, District Superintendent the North Baltimore District of the ishington Methodist Conference; and id Master Willard W. Allen of the onic Order. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (UP)—T! byterian Church of the Unite: (South) set aside a $3,000,000 { day to underwrite pensions ' ministers and 400 foreign miss who are not eligible for federal s“ security benefits. Potomac District was absent due ness. rhe Obituary was read by the Rev. P. Turner, pastor, Grace A. M. E. ich, Catonsville Md. Solos were Pressively rendered by Mrs. Mildred re and the Rev. H. R. Tomlin, : St. John’s choir dered the other music with Mr. C. ‘Chambers at the organ. \ comforting Eulogy based on a por- Hh of St. Luke 22:32, “I have prayed thee that thy faith fail not,” was ered by our beloved Bishop M. H. PERSONNEL AND EQUIP- MENT To render uniformly expe"! i, vice a well-trained personn<! *' modern equipment are essen In both respects this esa)!’ ment ranks among the leads the country. Every member i ‘our organization has had care! u training and knows his Our equipment is the mos! plete and up-to-date availablé WALTER C. BECKETT 216 W. Coulter St. Phils dt Pa ¢ Honorary Pall Bearers were the Hymns were] Competence for Superannuated Minis- he Rey. J. W. Bowie, Presiding j ters, Widows and Orphans, General Officers, Pastors and the Bench of Bishops “He That Handleth a Matter Wisely | Shall Find Good.”—Prov. 16:20. By Rev. I. W. Wilborn _Elloree, S. C. The writer thinks that, the bench of bishops, the general officers, presiding elders and pastors haye and are hand- ling the matters of the A. M. E. Church as wisely as could be expected of them. Every department of the church has been kept going. Every school has been kept in operation, every de- pendant has been given consideration and all schools have been supported with but little if any outside support. Every church paper has been kept in the field from the time it was started until now. It is true however that, many things have not been done as many would like to see them done, and there will never be a time when everything will be done to the pleasing of all, but due credit should be given both to those who have handled the affairs of the church, and to those who are handling them now. The ones who went before did well and those who are now on the ficld are doing well. Therefore let us be slow in Griticizing each work and worth, and jn fact it should never be done without legal basic ground on which to stand. So the writer is not criticizing any one nor his plan for the betterment of those ministers who have been superannuated and those who will be some day and those who will no doubt leave depend- ants, but is offering his for the consid- eration of the delegates to the coming General Conference and the whole me a line. (1) Let us observe the late Jno. R. Hawkins’ plan as it is often called. esiding Elders of the Baltimore Con- Phone: GER. 0585 a other’s | church and if it appeals to you, drop This plan called for 25% of the Dollar WHEREAS-—Be it resolved, that we petition through this resolu- tion, the forthcoming General Conference—To Appoint, Establish and Organize, A FOUR YEAR COMMISSION ON EVANGELISM. Be it further resolyed that this commission shall consist of ALL OF THE BISHOPS OF THE CHURCH AND ONE OUTSTANDING MINIS- TERIAL—EVANGELIST AND ONE OUTSTANDING LAY-MEM- BER FROM EACH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT. The same to be Ap- pointed by the Bishops from the district where they hold membership This appointment to be made and announced at the General Conference as soon as the Bishops have been assigned to their respective districts BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED—that this Commission shall be called to meet by the Senior Bishop in the June Council following the adjourn- ment of the General Conference and that plans of operations and support will be worked out at that meeting after organization. Mr. Chairman—I moye the adoption of this resolution— EVANGELIST—NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE JELTZ DEAR FRIENDS:—THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS PASSED THE COUNCIL HERE IN ATLANTA, AND THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL COMMITTEE TO TAKE IT TO THE GENERAL CONFERENCE WAS APPOINTED:—DRS. E. J. ODOM, Chair- man; N.H, JELTZ, Secretary; and MARTHA J. KEYS, WILLARD LEAKE, T. L. SCOTT, J. G. ROBINSON, and MISS PEARSON, of Alabama. nn each full member in the church and | from $2,500 to $3,000 salary, $30.00 one fourth of the A. C. E. League} (4) all charges paying from $2,000 to dollar, It got its portion out of two | $2,500, $25.00. (5) all charges paying from of these, but the other one floped and | $1500. to $2,000. $20:00. (6 rges therefore made impossible for him | paying from $1,000. to $1500. 00 all to do scarcely any more than was|charges paying from $500. to $1000 done, for; $10.00, all charges 1 x less than (a) There is on the’ pension roll | $300, $3.00 and each presid Ider and according to the last Financial report, } each ministerial general , minis- 403 suiperannuated ministers, 1831] ters teaching in colleges and not pas- widows and 308 orphans. Total 2542. toring, deans and college presidents (b) Funds for that Department are $15.00 per -year. With this plan the reported as being: (1) from 25% Dol-| writer feels that each superannuated lar Money $74,323.38. (2) special pen- minister will receive as much as $50.00 sion, $4,178.38, and (3) from % A. C. E. | per quarter, each widow $25.00 and each 18) dollars; $686.31. Total $79,188.07 orphan $10.00 (i) THE ABILITY OF THIS ) SUBSCRIBE TO AMOUNT TO DO, was for the 403 preachers $73.12, per year each and for] THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ——_— the whole, $29,457.36. (2) for the 1,831 widows at $25.00 each per year or for HELP WANTED 5,775.00, and (3) for the 308 Male and Female : nee MS ee Send one dollar for membership s at $12.50 each per year or es ioe All. Total $79,082.36. Bal-|] Member-Agents wanted every- ance left for other uses $106.02, asbinbe Salary $25.00 weekly ‘in > advance. Ill) AN OUTLINE OF THE ‘ ‘ TER’S” PLAN, (1) 25% Dollar World’s Relief Society WRI R ee (2): 4 Asw€. E. L. (3) All charges paying Money as now Muskogee, Okla. Money Fund, 5 cents per capita from money as now. ===== DSC09006.JPG ===== In view of the fact that we are bulld- | ejected bishops will be elevated by|pensation for the reception of ne ‘Ww ing a visual exhibit of the Afrieaa | their brethren to places on the bench}members. In a special meeting later Methodist Episcopal Church, we erm) of jeadership and great responsibility. THE CHRIS a eae TIAN it convenes again in Mid-Winter ses-|and women who were once square in sion at New Orleans three or four newly | the craft and stated a special low dis- in the session fifty men and women 11—Delaware Conf. ford, Del, Rev. J, Woe ‘Pastor, Bishop David Hen, le, 17—Baltimore Conference\\ Vas] commended for ordina- conate. Albert L. Shaw on trial. Robert W. Mc- d William Gary were pro- hé’second year class, Richard mes Knowles and Fred Con-’ promoted to the fourth year impressed was the confer- the high ground Bishop took as relates to the educa- ae - embership in the Con-{the stro: THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE THIRTEEN mgest, most forceful sermons ever delivered to a class of candidates. Revs. Lorenzo D. Bennette and Arthur H. Oates were ordained Deacons, Bish- op Tookes then consecrated the follow- ing as deaconesses: Sisters Mary E. Simpson, Martha Smith, Mary George, Lucy J. Graham, Julia Cold, Lolia Mc- Cloud, C. M. Fleming, Amanda Jones, Emma Bowens Nova Curtis, Mamie Sistrunk, Annie E. Wooten, Annie Jay, A. M. E. MUSIC HYMNALS Brand new A.M.E. Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head Bands and Beautifully stamp, 1 in estly request that you as pacter God bless the bishops in their holy] either returned or offered thei ington, D. C., Metrop litan 4 the ordination of Christian | N a pleture of your church (postal card | york and labor of nie. God tek for initiation into Masonry, April 18th see Church, Rev. J cy 7 that he was given a ios Plas Hee soIACars coffered sat) hess size), and also a pleture of yourself.) oni cave the church. "|was set for the date of initiation and ett, Pastor, Bishop M. i appreciation. This was occa-}| Holy Communion De oe lato We also urge Presiding Elders to cond TE ETE ee West Palm Beach was named the place. sa ade Jersey Conferencs, when he turned down a’ class] borne, Gibbs, Mickens Art ale S. ae their pictare. It is our desire to have/souTH A. M. E. CONFERENCE | The eae Clected! officerocanaentced trenton, New Jersey, uy x for Elder’s Orders and in-|son. Evadney Curlin, infant daughter Single Copy var $ 1.58 _ om display, the pictures of one SETS NEW STANDARDS Worshipful Master, Drs. L. M. Moore, Rev. ALC. Clark, Pastor, Bich member to go to Edward}of Prof. L. W. Curlin was baptized and or more A. M. E. Churches and Senior Warden, W. R. Avery mTEniCe David Henry Sims. % ; College for training at his ex-|by Bishop Tookes. The public offer- Half Doz. _ $ 6.50 their pastors and Presiding Elders. (Continued from page 1) Warden, S. W. Adair, Secretary, M. May 1—Thirty-Firet General Confer, B? ing was lifted to the amount of $44.29. GEORGE W. BABER P- Chappelle Trea uier RBG Erooe ence—Ebenezer African Mg ‘committee on redistricting the| The educational platform meeting at One D 5 =e P| 4 opp ee i Church, 4225 B on i Tdi ahs Cro — $12.00 Loca] Commission Chairman througholit the ehlre week afforded |ins, Senior Deacon, 1) D, Ford) Deacon, ; iy Tush, Detroy rence was the four presiding el-| Bethel Church Sunday afternoon was a 4225 Brush St., Detrelt, Michigan : : ; ie as Apeee: Mich. Senior Bishop J. 5. py, nd Revs. Collins, Fa Ford, | highlight of the C i . such entertainment that would delight }C. A. Holly, Tyler, G. W. MeHardy, +S. Ply Ee : Ripe Oyen de HEE get gee crence eq Watt DE, Mail Your Orders. Today the heart of a king. After the devo- tional services conducted by Presiding Elders Moore, Adair, Akery and Brook- Chaplain, J. B. Garmon, ~ The afternoon session of the first day was spent in receiving the pastors’ > per, Bishop J. A. Gregg y The Rev. R. S. Jenkins. sa George W. Baber, Pastor, ney and Mr. Thompson. They mended five Districts instead of and that they be called Daytona, J. S. Johnson presiding inspirational speeches were made by Drs. S. S. Morris, J. H. Clayborn, G. A. Single- ton, E. A. Adams and D, H. Stanton, We Pay Postage | 30—Philadelphia Conference—pj, ladelphia, Penna., Zion A. ME 3 4. M. E. BOOK CONCERN 716-18 So. 19th Street, Palm Beach, Fort Pierce, Miami, Miami. . M. Smith and Rey. H. W. WEST COAST MINISTER PAYS |ins, the Rev. C. J. Jenkins, pastor at | reports. Revs. H. W. Fayson of TRIBUTE TO BISHOP WILLIAMS | New Smyrna, delivered the annual ser- | Bethel, Miami, W. S. Savage of Payne and Mrs. Lucy M. Hughes. The theme of the meeting was the building of the @ (Continued from page 1) — west; of British Columbia’ to the Mexican }conviction of the message. border on the south. Over the District j the Bishop has traveled during his four years itinerary, and wherever he has gone he has carried the message of the Church as a preacher from the pulpit. He also used a moving picture trave- logue of his history-making visit to Europe and the Holy Lands. “The Bishop showed numerous audi- ences moving pictures of the schools and churches of the denomination. Our Bishop taught thousands of the members of the Fifth District the mean- ing and functions of the church by showing them living pictures of the church at work through its Book Con- cern in Philadelphia, (the cradle of African Methodism), the Sunday School publishing plant the Church Extension; historic churches throughout the de- nomination; the, Financial Department in Washington D. C.; the Missionary Department in New York and our new- est Missionary field in Cuba; and lead- from the northernmost outpost | fire as men’s hearts burned with the |lar Money increase, each one reporting mon drawn from Psalms 92:12 and|Chapel, West Palm Beach and George entitled “Palm Tree Religion.” The at-|N. Collins of Mount Hermon, Fort mosphere became charged with spiritual | Lauderdale led the Conference in Dol- an increase of $25. Rev. A. A. Wil- Bishop Tookes conducted the ritual |liams of Saint Paul, West Palm Beach) of the Holy Communion assisted by the ;reported $302 for 301 members. The ]- Presiding Elders of the Conference|total Dollar Money increase for the and Drs. J. S. Johnson, Secretary- | Conference was $325. Treasurer of Edward Watérs College,| Dr. Joseph Gomez of Cleveland, C. A. Gibbs, Presiding Elder of the prominent candidate for the Bishopric, North Jacksonville District, Joseph |was the chief speaker Wednesday night. Gomez, pastor of St. James, Cleveland, | Assisting all services were the choirs Ohio, George A. Singleton, Editor of of Saint Paul and Bethel. ‘ Prof. Clyne The Christian Recorder and L. L. Ber- | Baker of Texas did muck to enliven the ry, Secretary of Misgions. Immediately | sessions with his playing and singing. the Conference went into permanent} A high water mark of the Confer- organization as follows: ence was the daily Theological Institute Chief Secretary, Revs. C, Wesley |conducted by Dr. W. G. Aléxander, Mays Corresponding Secretary, W. E. | Dean of B. F. Lee Theological Semi- Gilbert Statistical Secretary, M, M. |nary assisted by Dr. A. C. Wells, Vice- Lindsay, Marshals, W. L. Gainer, L.C.|Dean, Dr. Leonard F. Morse, Field Bowers and J. Currinton, Chief Ac-|Agent and Director of Publicity, and countant, W. R. Whitehurst, Reporter Mrs. Annie E. Heath; State President to the church papers, J. A. Armstrong, | of the Missionary Society. Reporter to the secular press) M. Pe- Presiding with Bishop Tookes was ter Chappelle, Correspondent for the | Bishop R. R. Wright, Jr., Ph.D., of Associated Press, Leonard F, Morse. South Africa. His Missionary address The Finance Committee was the four | Thursday morning was one of the rare Church, Rey. J. L. Mims, Paste, Bishop David Henry Sims, | June 6—New York Conference— Flushing, N. Y., Rev. J. M. Day. ins, Pastor, Bishop David Henn Sims. 20—New England Conference Providence, R. I. Allen A. M2 Church, The Rev. Alexand Shack, Pastor. Bishop David . Sims. Bishop Wright later addressed th Conference on the subject of Evang: ism. Jt was all cream leading men see the sacredness of the call to th ministry in a new light. Addre heard from Drs. ‘S. S. Morr tor of Religious Education of t E. Church and D. H. Stanton tary of the American Bible Society Friday night was Educational Nigh! Bishop R. R. Wright, presided. 7 choir of Bethel Church Miami furnis! excellent music for the order of s and later sang several numbers « ing the appreciation of the cr church. The fifty voice chorus « ward Waters College gave 2 A on were voted superannuated re- The names of Dr. S. A. Harris ev. John Connor were reported he Committee on Memoirs. _L. M. Moore, then presiding of the Daytona District read a! lution praising the matchless record hop Tookes because of the un- lented achievements he has r and endorsing his return to Florida im the General Conference. Speeches | . Clayborn, Editor of the Southern fistian Recorder; S. S. Morris, Geo. Singleton, and D. H. Stanton. Saturday afternoon-the Confer- s Branch Missionary Society elected lowing officers : resident, Mrs. M. R. Adair, Ist s-President, Mrs. E. F. Smith; Vice-President, Mrs. Elizabeth sell; Secretary, Mrs. Lillie M. es; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Mces Bronton; Statistical Secretary, . J. A. Savage; Treasurer,*Mrs. Fayson; Secretary of Delegate yeling Expense Bureau, Mrs. M. lege. Bethel’s music. "Dr. C. A. Gibbs preached the ser- mon Sunday night to a packed church. Dr. the public offering a contribution was ht here in Florida in one brief |lifted for Dr. M. M. Smith, former, presiding elder in the conference. Rey. E. L. Pinkney read the resolutions for fayor of the resolution which was |the conference appreciation for Bishop hanimously adopted were made by Drs. | Tookes and asking for his return, also thanking the pastor, Dr. J. H. Young, his officers and members and all others who had been responsible for making the conference one of the greatest in the history of the Church. Adair was elected trustee for the pro- posed ministerial home. The Conference went on record as endorsing many of the prominent visi- tors for the office they seek, namely: Drs. John Clayborn for the Bishopric, George A. Singleton for the editorship of the Christian Recorder, E. A. Adams for the Secretaryship of Education. In addition to the prominent visitors already mentioned were: Prof. R. R. tS new dormitory at Edward Waters Col- Subscriptions -aised to the amount of $2172.00. and cash were choir furnished delightful Banks for all purposes. bottom. easily removed. . Johnson, presided. After Dre Says Handsomely printed in colors. conyenient size, 1}4 x 234 inches, and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and The slot in the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the Philadelphia, Pa. JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS Each bank is the Christe | Oferina SIF Mea 4 | ALATA () ery; Supt. Young People’s De- ment, Mrs. Allie Z. Clemons. he attendance banner and the ban- for finance were won by the Miami minute recital proving Mrs. A Morgan and Mrs. Alice Clayton a the best as conductors and di Mrs. Margaret Simms celebrat Wright, Il, son of Bishop Wright, Mrs. Wright, the wife of the Bishop, Mrs. L. G. White from Wilberforce ers of the clergy and laity. Thus mem- | Presiding elders and Dr. J. H. Young. | treats of the conference. An offering bers of the churches in the Fifth Dis- Bishop Tookes’ episcopal address was |Of $54.09 was quickly lifted for his trict were made to see the church at|# gem in eloquence and depth of | African work. Thursday afternoon wa's PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER Ne. 10 D. Size, 3% x 5% inches, holds $1.00 in dimes, with plain cover. a hundred. ‘o hold $2.00 in dimes, Ser wor folded, 3% x SK. $4.00 a br cover. Si i thought.. His theme was Manhood. |spent with the women of the Confer- 3 : = + : ‘i Institute, South Africa Mrs. C. S. C, te ee ae oe He teint his poueetid ais ou ith [ence Branch Missionary Department | ‘"@lto of Jacksonville, Bapevatct I ee he orstorical mous evangelist from Birmingham, No, $ Nes SO re yas rarenrsear Pp ‘u scourse wi audience with the rendition of “Ds" fest held Saturday night were: Miss | +10mas, $4.00 0 hundred, eet cents each, postpaid Sekandred a ; Dr. E. J. Jackson, presiding elder of the Fort Myers District; Br. M. D. Potter Presiding Elder of the Saint an appeal to all African Methodist |headed by Mrs. S. R. Adair, veteran preachers to be real merf? Under the |president of the group. She was ably eresa Smith of West Palm Beach, t prize and Mr. Charles Jenkins, Boy”. Dr. C. S. Long, Jr., Pre JUDSON COIN FOLDERS of Edward Waters College set 2 0" EPISCOPOI . (Continued from page 1) See a itted!| -WILBERF wersiry || Bishop R. R. Wright, Jr., presided on} i pelts "| Williams of Chicago. _ pong eth he ep. NT ee Mi toes Night ai a - tim ree the A. M. E. Church whose | E enc = oe Bishop Tookes read his appointments to make his request known to a com- WILBERFORCE, OHIO iss y Nie whic G address endeared him to his audien“ is, presided. The financial o er- Oe aa aa iont aah tole mittee composed of Bishops D. H. “Founded 1856 catise of missions was furhter enhanced : rt! the largest ever raised in any |at the Sunday nig! Sims, R. C. Ransom, and S. L, Greene. Bishops Sims, Howard, Young, Greene «and Wright constitute a committee to work out and recommend a more equit- inspiration and spell of the Bishop’s assisted throughout all the sessions of the department by Mrs. M. P. Tookes, State Supervisor, by sermons, addresses and _ suitable music, . Dr. George N. Collins’ report on The State of the Church was a’ master- Degree Courses Offered in the Following Fields: Liberal Arts and Science—High School Teacher Training—Elementary Teacher +A. Adams, Secretary of Educa high in oratory as he delivered E address. He was followed by Dr.” of Financial Reports for Education Miami District—Dr. Adair, P. E 9° West Palm Beach District— <0) Dr. Brookins, P. E.....-- prize. ie Sunday School session was a cess from every angle. Dr. L. M. s $485.02. All general officers esent declare this to lead the entire Petersburg District Dr. W. P. Mitchell of Mt. Zion, Jacksonville; Dr. George Revs. Lorenzo Bennette to the Cen- nnection, The three highest amounts | tral ference in the A. M. E.Church. |lows: Con Transfers ference; A. W, Williams to the Conference stationed at Eustis ; a so <7 sed were $70 by Bishop Tookes, $60 ce ase pars. Prof. | Job Jones, to the ‘thes 3 eh eee and the Gainesville District; J. C. Ban- With Bishop H. Y. Tookes presiding }"erman, to _the Central Sea Li morning worship services opened George N. Collins, to the Centra piece. Reports on The State of the Country, Temperance and Education were read. ‘ In an extemporancous address Bishop Tookes fired the Conference by his stand North Palm Beach District— Dr. Akery, P. E......-.--° Daytona Beach District— Dr. Moore, P. E......---" Northeast Conference |- L-—____ J able basis for delegates to the General a OFFERING SPECIAL OFFS Conference. The report of the commit- tee of Bishops on proposed legislation was received and the committee con- ” ‘Training—Commerce—Health and Phy- sical Education—Vocational Education— Home Economics—Agriculture—Music. SENIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAIN- 200) ERS is collector holds $1.00 in Holds ten dimes. Size, fold- ys Pen tiaras ote Me x 3% inches. ed, 2% x 3% inches. » So cents SO cents a dozen; $3.80 a hum- cents « dozen; $3.00 2 hun dred. dred, 492.0 15964 A new collector $1.00 in dimes, 4 x S%_ inches, tinued. It is composed of Bishops ING UNIT Reported from other sources... NB. Boyd, to the Central Ta u 3 ’ oat A ii ife i isti: os thi ‘ duced by | ference; * i nae) a dozen; $3.00 & red. Flipper, Fountain, Sims, and Davis. |] Aceredited by North Central Association ie paragens os a is the pares : eons ie 2 es fe Airight Gonference. A. M. E, BOOK CONCERN The Bishops agreed to recommend the of Colleges and Secondary Schools inistry. fais ts CISC CULEE YEA 2 Total for Education... ; iB elders, bishop Daytona Beach District : Phdedelphla Pe 716 South 19th Street presented ti ach the ordination oa ‘ G. E. CURRY, Menager fmon. His text was taken from I] Revs. rinthians 3:9. His subject was|der; E- Vorking Together,” It was one of able Pentecost was experienced when men and women were lifted to the very gates of heaven. It was a rare occasion seldom experienced by any man during his life time, ‘ ye R. B. Brookins, Presiding El- L. Pinckney, Mt. Zion, Day- (Continued on page 16) For Information, Write. THE REGISTRAR Wilberforce University Wilberforce, Ohio restoration of Bishop W. T. Vernon, Rtd, to an active status, and the elec- tion of three bishops. The several General Officers made reports and their recommendations filed. This report leads all other Conte ences in Florida. e On Saturday morning Revs. Lor vere D, Bennette and Arthur H. Oats be © aaaanenReaeeenememeaea! i. * ===== DSC09007.JPG ===== a. Wie Wises a with which it comes in contact and reas THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER BN i "PAGE FIFTEEN ; u r n § then finally eeroyeeaclin ce deb es which he has served. Due con-| == Send more interested in our suffering breth- aes should by all means be given | [yesseecesvescessesoen en a R et ren and their families than we are in ia Sa nie ee amp nee ures 1S. our Own promotion and we are bi eee as for the Editorship of ‘the 1€ re CaN Sonar mre ound) Review Dr. Howard D. Gregg is the ii at I should ever|man. A man of 2 ss “‘My purchase of a r@) Co allow a selfish thought to pass through | talent, t h medial ahr geese Se ¢ yk (@) my mind, while the welfare alent, together with his years of ex- ! g of erie ea ncern. worn out ministers who have sie he ff a Churchman, will if lected PASTOR 5 + the burdens and th Go PANE ee ee SMO! LO. Our, church one 716 S. io Sas i ; : at stake. 7’ © heat of the day, is| «i its finest publications. INDIVIDUAL ade. p ia, Pa ez Td rather die with my name| Let us by all REV G E ° unsung trying to help them, than to| Gregg. ee Cia ae COMMUNION SET * s A CURRY, General Mana gain fame and honor at their expense. 4 REV. L. M. T : Reh an ger I offered my Pension Plan.to the church | Pastor of Ebenexe hE eee ON was the best investment of : jayton, Ohio -...-.....++-.- 5.00 because it came as a result of months nezer A. M. E. Church $3.75 I have ever made! ev. J. Me Williams, of study and investigation, and is in gp icamond ave. “I was surprised th hi a Canonesburg, Pa. Sst hee a 6.00 keeping with the Pension systems of durable sep sae be peeren cate “ a pen J. Collins all other progressive denominations of} THE LAW OF OUR CHURCH ae z made of lasting material, leather sov- ss mabeth Bars. sect ey 2.50 the country, and because it will stand eamnletely see Sen ee et sage ae eRe Spy 4 ¢ ed with thre ye ee of Ray re Bow. ~ the rigid ie of business and financial (Continued from page 6) ns and metal container for wae illiamsport, Pa. <......... 3.00 ) 'ARD J. HOWARD scrutiny. Study it, compare it with bread, with small aluminum bread pl Ree” A. tse Murray, < teenth Episcopal District re px ote denominations, and then The first thing for the NEXT General The “size is so convenient ae ma 6x Warren .Obio tats seen 5.00 ennessee) 14th District UT DECC ARGEYY let us amend it until we | Conference to do, is to investigate this It makes possible a simple, im- Rey. J. N. Carter, st Africa and Oklahoma have incorporated in it all the provisions | ™4tter, and find out why its MAN- pressive service at the bedside of those who Uniontown: Paso nee 2.50 th District that we think will best suit our needs,| DATES have been thus disregarded mone: Pema? Him even ander adverse RISHOE DE ora Rev. B. Ross, Wheeling, W. Va. 3@0 - S. Rose, and let the Pension proposition go| No other business should be done until ; eed ee Z ; Rath shyille, Tennessee.......- $5.00 through. Don’t Block The Pension|# CLEARING HOUSE of this serious C7 ae oe be ayes District BISHOP NOAH W. WILLIAMS BISHOP ee GREEN! W. Williams, Traffic. matter has been dealt with. There : -piscopal District... .. $1,688.50 Fifth Episcopal District ‘on, Tennessee 1.00| Yours for better provision for our is no use to MINCE word f Ninth Episcopal Distri + e s about this ) Spiscopa istrict E Eighth Episcopal District superannuated ministers, widows, and | Matter. There are men jn the A. M ev. E. W. Newton $6.00 | orphans. E. Church who receiv SiMe rs ear rea , B ; ye more th f Ninth Episcopal District........ 250.00 Garden City. Kansas....... $2.00 D. L. WITHERSPOON |A- M. E. Church is es dae i Rev. A. L. Washin tae Memphis, Tennessee. |and there are * Fant epee gton emphis, Tennessee.|2%d there are others who receive 4 San Bernardino, Calif. $5.00 PURPOSE? ! MORE than they are WORTH q , - e i = € to the- 3 ake & J. ee ic aie DR. GREGG AND THE REVIEW fa of oh Church. If it is found out t 1% ours Mon Peco 2.00 - i sire to speak to the dele- ASS hat they have not done that that the t Rev. Vi J. Barnes \ of our coming General Confer-] Looking over the list of candidates} church in General Conference directed : Raton, New Mexico.. 1.00 \ As you know, I raised the cry|for the editorship of the A. M. E,| them to do, then there is nothing to be ; BISHOP JOHM AT GREGG: |" ew 5; Ehime azo for beiter provision for | Church Review, I find many fine men,| Co%¢ Unt fo Biv ee el : Fourth Episcopal District Fresno, Calif ....sss21- 2.00 superannuated ministers, widows, excellent in character and well quali- Say what you will, this situation will : . aiube Apes Rev. W. R. Rutledge . ad orphans. Hundreds of our ministers | fied to serve the office. But in this | !ce the next General Conference, and For Sal Twelfth Episcopal District Riverside, Calif: ...... eG Ad laymen as well, have caught the |group there stands one without a peer, | ll vitally concerned just as well pre- Stes ‘ Ravi Ad Newtauk Beatee Neb ae Strain and there is now a united chorus Dr. Tgp taiis D. Gregg. pare themselves to face it. We have A. M_E. “BOOK Rey. W. P. Henson. Rey. B. H. Moare Cheyanne eee ding throughout the entire con- . Gregg, the son of an A. M. E. hadso, much sentimental BABy BUSI- ew oT CONCERNS LawPartetnd Ww : , jon favoring the setting up of a|minister who served well his day and| NESS in the A. M. E. Church that F Es eit Pe eae $1.00 YORE sks at rere Be, 3:00: f Pension D fant pertclwenerat ea a ce RE Gen anes ae 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa Rey, T. S. Henderson Rev. M. E. Bryant, Paola, K; = Tey ERE a db As INE as ea eae he ga Dae Renton eee Wy BISHOP M. H. DAVIS Kean i Rev. T.J a ; if , Kans. se ant to express my sincere apprecia- | Church, the A. M. FE. Church in par-}@™e LAWS unto themselves, The time Second Episcopal District ev. W F Rice ee ie VY & ao) Mes eae Aes pe ae 20 Yo those who have helped to create ticular a son ae we should be well| as come for a show down. sin as x RD ae ae Ge S favorable sentiment® Now are we | pleased. —Capeville, V: tone aie Gale! ie peville, Va. Rev. Carl B, Brown, Wyaverille Rev W.y. ea sore tie 5.00 Epa ee eee ae 5.00 to allow selfishness to destroy Dr. H. D. Gregg, was soundly con- Va , $ 5.00 ones A a iver, mae e aif es iver, Mexico, Mo 5.00 we have already done and defeat | verted at a very early age, and has ren- FELT BANNERS ee Rg on Mer : ee TNs os. earner 1.00 ea te ak real pur} oe Ne : a : ae = pose? ecently Pension} dered a great service in our churches, Total... $ 5.00 ae J. Atos ~ Re = Joseph, MO. cece 2.00 have been bobbing up from all | both in the North and South, CE Si Jae atl A 2 Rev ee rove earn 1.15) "0 ie = ee ers. I know that it is the right} “\s far as intellectual qualifications— . Brewer, Oak Park, Ills... 1.50 tinadora, Kansas .......... 2.00 ° ivilege of every one in this church | he is rated among the best of our race Rev. J. W. Wright, a BISHOF G. B. YOUNG rs to aspire to any position within | He has served as Dean of Wilberforce : Ann Harbor, Michigan...... 5.00 Total becwptaw ine cepta eye $ 39.20 gift; but in this case our purpose University, and has also taught in artes A. Lowe Tenth Episcopal Distric! % to promote men but to promote | Howard University, Washington, D. C. Bloomington, Ind. .... $2.62 7 ise and a sacred cause. Our real} His manly and Chr'st-like spirit has Rey. J. W. Collins : ose is to set up an adequate Pen-|won for him the love and admiration Cedar Rapids, lowa .. 2.06. Department so let us not forget }of all who really know him. These penna: Fr agitet I PD we Pi nts are made of good Rev. C. P. Jones real purpose and begin to promote The Second Episcopal District has : 5 Oakville, Ont. ........ 1.00 interests. Let us not|endorsed for the office of editorship of felt and are very attractive. BISHOP R. C. RANSOM Mrs. Mable Hicksman, cee t so many plans that we get|the Review, Dr. Gregg. Third Lpiscopal District Alton, Uk =e te 1.25 confused and destroy our op-| All of us through the general Church Attendance (Banner Class) and Kenucky Rey. “Tore j : unity to help the sufferin: depend- | believe, will unitedly agree that some- Offering (Bann 1 Smith, Detroit, y Pp g : Sa : Fad i Zz ( er Class) Michi our church who are so anxiously | thing should be done in the way of aid- 4 F Re 5 BAN ak 00 x slate ce rime ae c vy J. O. Edwards, Rev: Moses (Witihenss Daston be g to us now for some immediate jing the developement of this publica- Made of aps soci felt. Finished Home Department Duquesne, Pa. ...... $2.00 Michi s, Detroit, I ot b Mies | t The present editor has ered the besr style. Price includes polish- 2 Rey, A. S. Henri ® x Doe SSNSat wonky tape eae 1.70 a 2 aed ape ae ee i i ponies 1 believe, many ed hardwood cross sticks, cords, and Cradle Roll Department _ 2 ‘Rev nd one plans why not amen | well, and has y Al haentess Ohne oe 3.00 H Black, Indiana- BISHOP: W. A. FOUNTAIN |Sr. P y 1 \ j/admirers, down th Seno he genuine brass ends. Ready for use. Beginners’ Department Rev. E. R. Olmstead ; polis, Ind, ...... * 4.00 Sixth Episcopal Distri al plan offered so tHabeat: wally friends anc 4 mmurers, No. 1-A—Banner Class; 17x27 inches; 2 Be. Re, ede on en Bae ten ae een ona é i i REI ORE 2.00 Rev, J. P. Hutchings, Detroit, pit whatever requirement you fe<] blue; open Bible; white letters $2.28 Primary Department 7 a et of Richardson pees ct? Mite gain as i ice a 1.00 en overlooked and let the proposi- RENEW YOUR Ne. 2-A—Banner Attendance Class; 17x Junior Department Raleigh, W gies Ne Rey. B. F. Kennedy, Ham- Bor throngh? Are. we going SUBSCRIPTION 27 inches; blue, white letters... $1.00 es < - Fs bid irginia,..... na tranck, Michigan 1.02 allow selfishness to enter into the Christian Recorder 1940 No. 3-A—Banner Offering Class; 17x27 Intermediate Department ORAL. Parasite £ SO gp pee ten ee aie ee ere 02 cs Hirowniaeitien -B Rev. C. H. Thomas, Harvey, Ill. 2.00 } tion and destroy the best chance 716 S. 19th Street inches. Same style as No. 2-A; Serlior. Department as ‘ ds tine OY cpl . 3.00} Rey. C. W. Stratton, Mound have ever had to get a real Pen- Philadelphia, Pa. blue; white letters. .....-++++++° $1.00 : : b aah the — City, IM ‘ cK Department? Does every fellow Please find enclosed $1.50 for re- Oak Banner Poles, jointed, six feet Young People’ Department ae ys Ss 4 fen civani abies 2.00] Rev. W. E. Smith : ant it said that he had his plan |} wal of my Christian Recorder with speat ...sarcereetenenenes TSe Contest. Workers e a; Se . Detroit Michioan ppted? Does every fellow think if ubscription. Banner Poles, oak finish, six feet P Teavheld, Pac cie: oy 1,00 Rev. T. Reeves, Chica es tll Pe: eM) Plan is adopted it will give him a S with spear ec Size, 12x24 inches, price....-.---- Se Rev, J. C. Kemp R age i dere 3 0 i iter chance for the position PRR eLAh Namie skaretevree erent ae Summit Point, W. V: ev. M. Davis, La Grange, If... 3.00 4 Can Be Purchased From ei |. GU aoe oe, SE ee 1.50 BISHOP H. Y. TOOKES reated? Brethren that Kind of |} oot or box wees” A. M, E. BOOK CONCERN . J. W. Curry, Meadville, Pa. 5.00 vera ale a ahr will destroy all the good we 716 S, 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. lone and all we hope to do. Set canen se hegre eee ‘Eleventh Episcopal District (Florida) SENIOR BISHOP J. S. FLIPPER Seventh, Episcopal District é « apoteice oe Mrs. Emmer McCullough, Total $ 48.7 ===== DSC09008.JPG ===== SOUTH A. M. E. CONFERENCE] OCCASIONAL FLASHES _| GENERAL CONFERENCE DELE. | ‘SETS NEW STANDARDS — GATES MEET pa (Continued from page 9) ie (Coutinasd from page 18) An Article was printed in the Cape Now Sept; | range york tnt "Genera Confers Dale R tona; HJ. Kincey, oc, Gibbs, Ormond; H.W. Wik | It was the writers privilege to hear at". The writer of this article Rims, Tinie, A. TL, ONeal. Mer-{many pension plans discussed at the| did not sign his or her name, there | c, Ww. W. White, Crescent City; ]Counell and at present to study two| fore it has no father. I would teat \_THE-OFFICIAL OR} ee ae et ce ou Hil [a by cblsan be Wateapabe fis 6 [aera easton eg mene TD = THE AFRICAN-METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, ‘West Palm Beach District cats. Tes interesting to lagi that be the Essa! hat HS years ietihe tec | fa fOLUME XCI—NO. 81 (DELPHIA, PA. THURSDAY = ae paniey, West Daytona; B.'T, Green [derstands it have been endorsed by|and mialeading to say the least. if] is-oow maiog tp her Goo T ; cri agree = Chappelle, Allen Chapel; W. C. Cold- | Ward Nichols, of New York; J. S.[lows: “The following eomsstees fom || Preacher. She has 3X1 2 McHardy, Hope Sound; J. C. Coppin, flina; Frank Madison Reid, of St./Cames, on the Episcopal Committee; ‘dress 1124 E. Pulaski Jcoloured brethren, Yet Cuba “Perla poi ee Sat J ees C.|Lonts, Mos W. B- Miler of Okta-| Mr, Warten Dich the Bounty Com |f Worth, Texas Ailes Aad teks fe | Pre de Las Anas i gateway to the old and new world | Mineral Ae james Farm: J. H. Knowles, homa’ G. T. Stinson, of Louisiana and] mittee; Drs. D. L. Grady, ‘T, H. 8, J | P hoke; ALE. King, Belle Glade; H. J. |. D. Driver, C. D. Hayden and {, H.]ments: 1 am frank to say, that 1 am|Carlyle Stewart has made « t Jen the corner of Neptuno and Leaitad chaplain o Des. Joseph Gomez, of | would not say too much, i 1 ere |siven to. the Chorch four Pees ok ee ee deoemen eT ae. sieoug, Cocoanat Grove; J- W. Brown, |of Virginia Pevsines Walter White, Key West; [| Cleveland, Ohio; HM. Colin Cali [to say, that each delegate minister [splendid service. Our Gene puree ie Sees Otspatay Tb. Re Brown;|sas; J. W. Hall of Memphis, Tenn,;[®%€ept one. That isnot all, there were |Mfler all we must aot gett aye obtained the information ag. pe [rom the rabid asails of persons 3 | Sonsry, Wo A. Batle, Distret Mis: |Simith, of Texas; W. L. Johnson, of | rough the back door were also placed ence. Philsdelphia,and CA. Gibbs, of Flor [om 3 committee. I'am sure everybody| Dr. Abington is without 2 Woes nest the A. A, Ey Church in spread [of education, Heard of Missions and 3 2h Mian ie eter BISHOP E. J. HowAaep |g. tans ronnd Peart Elder;|° or General Officers for the Chris|mén in the chutch ‘who spend all of lRentinan. A hard working so : Tye had the pleasure of worshipping | Church Extension mes, Eider; |" For General Off c acho spend all of Int wock ; 4 (Oetaen Tye fad she plessre of worshiping | Chuceh Ex Rem Red 5 WE Young, Sain Paul, Mami; A. [an Recorder: Dr_ George A. Single [ther tie Samos from mb to tinh, [Cross What beter service TL Gremes| For A. ME, Review’ Drs. J. G | si will ind you swe need to Keepin JOFENLETTER TOTHE A.M.E.|at ihe Ansan Hvoyal Conch in| vO" Stow Joiesh W. Jars + e = cHuRCH nye Hs anche leds very jan in Cab st there y he Bish Ped reer) “Ge Spread the Tidings Round? fone -of the leading choirs Jn Havana, Gata, |the Catholic Religion prevails, 1 know that the Protestant churches ace sidered secondary aad an ofcourse LC. Ridiey, of Ohio; [of the many rong things that dre done | as caretakers dhting hy sated ond happy. wile |Zoblafer, ev. J. WW. Hen Secs hen : L, D, MIDDLETON. | “The second Quarter Cane thes yar 1990 ae bel = 2° rene et 4 aera ow ho dale, A. D. Potter, Daisia; H. G. |S: Prookis Kf. Fear, Derfeld; J. R.[A. C. Chrk, of New Jersey ‘Thompron, Delray’ Beach; C. J. Jens] For the Southern Christian Recorder: Linn, Pompano: W. E. Cheever, Nava-[Drs. M. R. Dison, E. C. Hatcher, C. Fort Pleree District ic Sth. Epinconst iste. tess, WR. Akery, Presiding Eder; [Deine etaoia shea emtivyp. vbakabi us Take Wales, Du A. Anderson |E: Berty, be M. Hughes, of Texas: Cocoa; H.C. Capehart, Avon Park: | Walton, of Maryland. FM, Duncan, Sebring: JH. Wik | For ead ofthe Department of Bvange. liams, take Placid: J. €. Branton |lit: Drs. N. HL. Jeltz, Odum, of Ocheckobed; Me bt. jndeay, Mer | Georgia; Marihi J Keys snd Wika bourne: W. M. Postelie, Deer Parke; {Leake the writer {bers of Bethel A.M. E. Church, called }A. M. E. Church, by. Presiins CT juan He Packs Jc D. Gage It the names of any candidate for By the pasox: Re. TH Owens or) C. As Haris. Presiing Fr ansthing were omumited in this release Monday evening, Febraary 19,3 rere-| 8 high tribute to Rev. Ov iy dear Brothers and Sisters fa Cis. tee of D Whig the Grae of a series of letters: Sc ‘with tha-work in Cla, ad Co Peeromeced'ss eric to the|" ) (Comtiusd on page 12). | With the woe ln Cots, oa Cab MM. HE. Church, in which 1 hope of to, hat she (Cuba). wl com do my bit v0 eseoorage the snssiouary = eseming + cecenty started in this county, ns inelades 2 sho Petotat ny Pecson) experince of 2 desconesses, 4 mis progress which ls Been made, Bc: iat, Zorgained chareh fi is spectiy making. It slow, but Sand 4 congreeatons; as t0 the 9 © Ok course, your attention may es | neil side of the quention Be summoned 10 the caption | “GO. i 8 froper wih te four as SPREAD THE TIDINGS KOUND’ lading is hoo day e prone to ask, What inter. ize than 10 peop TGS is he to write this eter: Here i mal its work, eat Fcfett Bethel, Cito, be S. Joni please eal theftention of the writer sentative number of members attended, | Bethel Charch forthe splndi oF sate kage, et 0, Carnage fon, Wabasso; C.J. Watson, South ‘at the sane abd the ommission will bef The principal busincss of the meeting] in Which, this church is mai Ie ghonld. carciully read the 2 ; onment and Sant i nection, Engineering it all and permeat. sng t with his dyamic spirit of love and [in saving power ml be Rave son |ARKANSAS THROUGH THE LEAD. roney = ERSHIP OF DR, CLAYBORN, Dr, Hickman is a] Those aamed to the Trustee Board = [Sao Be Grane: eames ene ay ska [ve pasocsand enter ebalome lac | Heres eckeg Ce he cMiaiacsar, |al f2suitinnaniow Bea “the early date of Srekson, Py Le Jolinaon, WC. Mor] Church tome and grout ee oe H. Y, Tookes the Man of Mystery, bagi ea sageron! . te, with the # tty Mae of Col Al Forgamek| <n im Robert Lass We Hern | teraadh creeps o Et ghee, Thin ‘statement God for a man like Bishop Tookes. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA jand LW. ‘and. Sisters Irene |tor's salary and have comes Gut of a history too well-known We hail him; we honor him; we obey [Shepherd and Ella. Murphy. Brother WO 9SHE oa epoN. {You {0 bring before your atte ue Church mgeting of the mem: [and Sister Js W, Homphy were selected Teosencetal ivging (|| BISHOP SU. GREENE an flow bit we Tove him ae ae er - SEVENTY-FIV! S OF NEGRO PROGRESS — 1940 = Gg ce in Te wo Chicas di TEIN CONN LL, DETROIT, MICHIGAN z | EXPOSITION MAY __ 10-19 CONVENTION HAI EXPOSITION MAY_1¢-)) eee md Mire A. Grog
• March 7, 1940
  ===== DSC09008.JPG ===== SOUTH A. M. E. CONFERENCE OCCASIONAL FLASHES SETS NEW STANDARDS (Continued from page 9) (Continued from page 13) tona; H, J. Kincey, New Smyrna; Evangelist work. O. C. Gibbs, Ormond; H. W. Wil- liams, Titusville; A. L. O'Neal, Mer- ritt; W. W. White, Crescent City ; J. A. Prince, Wimona ; W. A. Gilbert, City Point; J. Currinton, Port Orange ; W. L. Byrd, Mims; L. C. Bowers, Georgetown; W. L. Gainer, Oak Hill; A. McPhaul, Shiloh; W. A. Spell, San Mateo; R. W. Shepperd, Bunnell; Thomas Stafford, National Gardens; A. West Palm Beach District Revs. S. W. Adair, Presiding Elder; Bartley, West Daytona; B. T. Green, | derstands Conference Evangelist. their District or States: Drs. J. H. S. A. Savage, Payne Chapel; M. Peter Clayborn, J. B. Butler, of Texas; D. Chappelle, Allen Chapel; W. C. Cold- | Ward Nichols, of New York; J. S. ing, Morehayen; W. M. Buggs, Stuart; | Johnson, of Florida; J. L. Butler, of Roosevelt Duncan, South Bay; G. N. McHardy, Hope Sound; J. C. Coppin, Jlina; | Frank Madison Reid, of St. Jupiter; J. W. Lewis, Laverne; C. | Louis, Mo.; W. B. Miller, of Okla- Long James Farm; J. H. Knowles, }homa; G. T. Stinson, of Louisiana and Indian Town; M. T, Haines, Lake |S. S. Morris. Other candidates for Harbor; T. B. Burnes Ritter and Bend- | the Bishopric are: Drs. W. M. Barnes, bow; Peter Anderson, Arzooka; Paul [R.. A. Scott) W.- Hare, Poa eC: Lee, Lake Osbornep J. B. Blake, Pe- | Durden, J. J. Morant, of Mississippi; hoke; A. F. King, Belle Glade; H. J. |T. D. Driver, C. D. Hayden and 1. H. Benson, Clewiston. Bonner, of Alabama; D. T. Babcock Miami District jand A. R. Cooper, of Georgia; J. E. Revs. L. M. Moore, Presiding Elder; | Beard, South Carolina; A. D, Avery, H. W. Fayson, Bethel; J. A. Arm- of North Carolina; and C. E. Stewart, strong, Cocoanut Grove; J. W. Brown, | of Virginia; Drs. Joseph Gomez, of Perrine; Walter White, Key West; I. | Cleveland, Ohio; H. M. Collins, Cali- D. Ford, Liberty City; L. J. Kennedy, | fornia;'G. W. Baber, of Detroit; W. Goulds; C. W. Mays; South Miami; | H. Griffin, A. Wayman Ward, of Chi- O. S. Jenkins, Metropolitan; W. M. | cago; G. Wayman Blakeley, of Arkan- Seniors, Olapata; L. R. Brown; | sas; J. W. Hall, of Memphis, Tenn.; Hialeah; C. A. Goodwin, District Mis-} A. O. Wilson, of New Orleans; J. H. Butler, District Mis- | Smith, of Texas; W. L. Johnson, of Philadelphia, and C. A. Gibbs, of Flori- da. hard to beat. ents. stonary; W. A. sionary . North Miami District a Revs. R. J. Jones, Presiding Elder; For General Officers for the Chris- J. H. Young, Saint Paul, Miami; A.|tian Recorder: Dr. George A. Single- A, Williams, Mt. Hermon, Fort Lauder-| ton and Dr. David 4. Norris, of Geor- dale; J. G. White, Allendale; L. Jack-} gia. son, Hammondville; W. M. Gregg,| For A. M. E. Review: Drs. J. G. Oakland Park; T. J. Jones, Ft. Lauder- Robinson, T. J. Clement, of Texas; J. dale; A. D. Potter, Dainia; H. G.|S. Brookins, of Alabama; E. E. Tyler, Parker, Pearl City; A. G. Dukes, Boyn-}of New York; L. C. Ridley, of Ohio; ton; R. E. Fear, Dearfield; J. R- A. C. Clark, of New Jersey. Thompson, Delray Beach; C. J. Jen-| For the Southern Christian Recorder : kins, Pompano; W. E. Cheever, Naza- Drs. M. R. Dixon, E. C. Hatcher, C. G. Scrivins who has been endorsed by the 8th Episcopal District. * Dela,c etaoin shrdlu cmfwyp vbgkqjj C. A, Holley, Fort Pierce; D. Ander- For Secretary of Missions: Drs. L. son, Lake Wales; D. A. Anderson,|L. Berry, L. M. Hughes, of Texas; Cocoa; H. C. Capehart, Avon Park; Walton, of Maryland. F. M. Duncan Sebring; J. H. Wil- liams, Lake Placid; J. C. Branton, |list: Drs. N. H. Ochechobee; M. M. Lindsay, bourne; W. M. Postelle, Deer Park; | Leake the writer. ‘ C. H. Hudson Hola Park; J. D. Gar- If the names of any candidate for mon Mount Zion, Gifford; W. M. anything were ommitted in this release Everett, Bethel, Gifford; L. S. John- Please call the “attention of the writer son, Wabasso; C. J. Watson, South ‘at the same and the ommission will be Melbourne; H. V. Hooks, Sebatian. | corrected. ‘ Thus closed one of the greatest con- The writer is now at the home and ferences ever held anywhere in the Con- | Pulpit guest of Dr. E. L. Hickman of nection, Engineering it all and permeat- | Paris, Tenn. Our meeting is gaining ing it with his dyamic spirit of love and in saving power. Dr. Hickman is a fine Chrstian brotherhood was Bishop | fine pastor and safe religious leader. H. Y. Tookes the Man of Mystery, Prescott, Arkansas. the Man of God. All Florida thank God for a man like Bishop Tookes. We hail him; we honor him; we obey and follow him; we love him. reth. Fort Pierce District Revs. W. R. Akery, Presiding Elder; Jeltz, Odum, of SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA At the Church meeting of the mem- 1865 - SEVENTY-FIVE YEARS EXPOSITION MAY power and would lead influence to our It was the writer’s privilege to hear many pension plans discussed at the Council and at present to study two or thrge*of them, The Curry plan is a good-one, I think also the plan by Dr. W. H. Peck of Detroit, however, in my opinion the Witherspoon plan is Let the next General Conference do something for our Conference depend- It is interesting to know that the following candidates as the writer un- it have been endorsed by Georgia; T. J. Miles, of South Caro- For head of the Department of Evange_’, Mel-| Georgia; Martha J. Keys and Willard. GENERAL CONFERENCE DELE GATES MEET ‘ An Article was printed in the Cap Fear Journal February 23, 1940, under the caption, “General Conference Dele- gates Meet”. The writer of this article did not sign his or her name, there- fore, it has no father. I would treat it with the contempt due it if my name had not been mention. The writer seems to have had the following ob- jectives in mind: First, to exhalt themselves as being what everybody knows they are not. And> secondly, to mislead the public in stating some of the things that happened in the church in the pass few days. It is erroneous and misleading to say the least. E shall speak of only one of the many erroneous statements, which is as fol- lows: “The following committees from the North Carolina Conference were appointed by the Bishop: Dr. G.-D. Carnes, on the Episcopal Committee; Mr. Warren Dick, the Boundry Com- mittee; Drs~ D. L.. Grady, T. H. Hooper, L. R. Pearce and Mr. L. D. Middleton were all well pleased with the committee assignments.” Please allow me to make the following state- ments: I am frank to say, that I am not in Position o speak for Drs. D. L. Grady, L. R. Pearce or Mr. T. H.4 Hooper they are of age and may speak for themselves. I think however, that I would not say too much, if I were to say; that each delegate ministerial and laymen who were honest to good- ness elected was placed on the various committees of the General Conference, except one. That is not all, there were some who were not elected who came in through the back door were also placed on a committee. I am sure everybody knows by this time, that there are men in the church who spend all of their time jumping from limb to limb, and at the main time think they are hid. But mark you my friend: Your sins will find you out.” I want it further understood now and for ever, that I am not a well wisher of the many wrong things that are done in the church of God. And as long as breath is in my body, I shall see to it, that no man can truthfully accuse me of standing by satisfied and happy while ungodly men practice high handed dirt in the Church. I feel as one, that the time has come-when our best thinking people should rise up and put down once for always these evils in the ‘church. : : . L. D. MIDDLETON. bers of Bethel A. M. E. Church, called by the pastor, Rev. L. H. Owens, for Monday evening; February 19, a repre- ‘sentative number of members attended. The principal business of the meeting was to elect a board of Trustees for the conference yeag and to select a caretaker for the church, Mr. and Mrs. Hepkins haying resigned, Those named to the Trustee Board were: Bros. G.. W. Thompson, C. Jackson, P. L. Johnson, W. C. Mor- gan, Robert E. Lee, J. W. Henderson and L. W. Laird and Sisters Irene Shepherd and Ella Murphy. Brother 10-19 CONVENTION H and Sister J, Ww. Hurphy were selected OF NEGRO PROGRESS - 1940 ALL, DETROIT, MICHI —- 4% ; ‘Evangelist Mrs. M. Bim is-now making up her Sched for 1940, those desire a Wi : Evangelist may write this Preacher. She has a National Reputation as a winner of souls also a great FINANCIER, 4, dress 1124 E. Pulaski St., Fort Worth, Texas. PHONE: 2-790), $e | OUR CHURCH (Continued from page 8) Oman Gospel given us a clean Christian Paper. D; Carlyle Stewart has made a fine con. tribution to the Christian Recorder, worthy young-man for any office jn the Church. 7 Dr. Selby has been faithful given to the Church four splendid service. Our General ( ence is our highest body and when elected Dr. Selby every Bish every District should support After all we must not get too bi obey the action of our General Cor ence, Dr. Abington is without a doubt an Educator, and aboye all a real Ch gentlman. A hard working soldi Cross. What better service co ask or demang than what we ha ceived from Dr. Abington. He js al- right, we need to keep him where he is. as caretakers. The pastor appointed Brothers Georgt Brown, Sr., Lee Brown, J .W. Murphy, W. L. McDonald) N. Newtor E. Zollicoffer, Rev. J. W. Henderson and Sister Rosa Bakar as Stewards Brother Morgan was elected secretay of the Trustee Board and Sister Mur phy, treasurer. Brother Jackson was retained as treasurer of the building fund. The second Quarterly Conference the: year 1939-40 was held at Bethel A. M. E. Church, by Presiding Elder C. A. Harris. Presiding Elder Harts paid high tribute to Rey. Owens and Bethel Church for the splendid mann in which, this church is maintaining its standard as the head of the San Dies? District. Very fine spiritual, as wel as, financial gains were reported by the twelve auxiliaries of the church The Trustees. reported a total balance of $2091.00 due on our beautiful $20,000: 00 Church home and grounds. The Stewards are up, to date, with the Ue tor’s salary and have been for the pas two years. ~ W. L. McDONALP GAN PHILADELPHIA, PA. ? a— Pe, =GORD Sap ~THE-OFFICIAL ORGAN: OF THE'AFRICAN-METHODIST-EPISCOPAL CHU THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 1940 tality of the A. M. E. Church to our coloured brethren. Yet Cuba “Perla dela Antilla” a land of tropical splendor, the gateway to the old and new world was not ,remembered until early in 1939. A few days ago I had the pleasure of entering a second-hand book store on the corner of Neptuno and Lealtad Streets, my eyes fell on a beautiful green covered book on one of the a” shelves designed for TEN CENTS books. It was the DOCTRINES AND DISCIPLINES ».OF . THE: M.. E. CHURCH.” I bought it, believing that it would have answered a question which I have repeatedly asked myself. What is the A. M. E. Church doing in Cuba? The preface from which I have obtained the information as per the aforestated question sent me back to the churches and definitely informed me-that the A. M. E. Church is spread- ing the ‘tidings round. l'ye had the pleasure of worshipping in this:church in the islands of Bermu- As da, Santo Domingo, Puerto Rico, St. Croix, etc. I was an active member of the Anglican Episcopal Church in BISHOP E. J. HOWARD Be » Waco, Texas N OPEN LETTER TO THE A.M. E. CHURCH important post as sexton, apart from “Go Spread the Tidings Round” one of the leading choirs in my days. the Catholic Religion prevails, ] know that the Protestant churches are con- sidered secondary and as ofcourse, the (Continued on page 12) Hayana, Cuba. My dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ : his the first of a“series of letters which I have proposed to write to the ~A.SM. E. Church, in which I hope to ‘do my bit to encourage the missionary work recently started in this country, based upon my personal experience of ‘the progress which has been made, ‘and is speedily making. It is slow, but sure’ Of course, your attention may be summoned to the caption “GO READ THE TIDINGS ROUND” nd may be prone to ask, What inter- has he to write this letter? Here is your answer. If you should carefully read the hristian era, or the history of the ‘hurches, you will find that the exist- ence of the protestant churches was sed upon prosecution and opposition from the early date of 1510. — In 1793, opposition was just as strong as in 1510, but at that time, it was a tion of colour. This statement of a history too well-known ‘ou to bring before your attention It is somewhat inspiring to GREENE BISHOP S. L. Little Rock, Arkansas ver through the instrumen*} Was e Tas Se e my home town, and even filled a very) My traveling to latin countries where | -lof toil, that she (Cuba) will come to lected in 1928 in Chicago, Illinois HABANA, CUBA Perla de Las Antillas Mineral Metallized Some things, the connection and its well wishers should know, first, this is the author of “The Miniral from Michi- gan” of 25 and an years ago, chaplain of the state legislature of said | ex- Michigan for 5 consecutive years, ganizver and Band Master of the “Car- thagenian Cadets.” Secondly, private | secretary to the late Rt. Reverends, | W. B. Derrick, C. T. Shaffer, and H. M. Turner of the 15th District. The frequent contributor to the Chris- tian Recorder the early days of Bishop Wright's career as editor and, who, defended, Dr. L. M. Beckett from the rabid assaults of persons who disliked his “The Proper Way to Wor- ship”. A former member of the board of education, Board of Missions and at present a member* of the board of Church Extension. This self introduction may not seem | or-| | in in our religious firmament, some of whom know Joseph W. Jarvis as the man in Cuba sent there by the Bishops’ | Council, but do not really know who he is and since horns are being tooted, sometime for trifling matters, you will pardon our pride if we play on the major scale. Now, then, with an in- timate knowledge of, and direct con- tact with the work in Cuba, and Cuba; lam saying officially, afer these months the General Conference presenting a Conference which includes 2 schools, 12 he aries, 2 Evangelists, 2-organized church- 2 deaconesses, 4 mission- es and 4 congregations; as to the nu- ing including its school, takes care of more than 1,300 people; Habana, taking in all its work, caters to an average of 500, Camaguey 300 embracing its en- vironment Santa Clara 200, We have among our followers, as yet some- what scattered, about 75 or more of among whom and the English group we render service. this It would seem ridiculous that much work and the types of organiza tions could be handled or has been handled with such little money as has come to us; the facts are that we have ltaken care of our own transportation ; the missjonaries work in their immediate environment at their will and pleasure. necessary but there are new elements | merical side of the question, Santiago | proper with its four missions surround- | (Continued on page 13) BISHOP J A GRE GG EIGHT YEARS EDITOR THE REV. J Little Elected at Cleveland, Ohio in 1932 H Rock, 2 ARKANSAS THROUGH THE LEAD- ERSHIP OF DR. CLAYBORN, CLAYBORN Arkansas HONORED BISHOP AND MRS, GREGG Arkansas outstripped herself in hon- oring Bishop and Mrs. J. A. Gregg in (Continued on page 9) ===== DSC09009.JPG ===== 4 | PAGE TWO. COUNCIL’S PREACHER BISHOP J. S. FLIPPER Atlanta, Ga. Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Rom. 5:1, In arranging for a sermon before the Council, it was the purpose of the Council that it be one on some doc- trine of the Christian church. _There- fore, in accordance with this purpose, I have selected as a text that which will embrace the Ninth Article of Re- ligion of the American Methodist Epis- copal Church which is as follows: “We are accounted as righteous before God only for the merit of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by faith and not for our own works and deservings.” | Wherefore that we are justified by faith only is a most wholesome doctrine and very full of comfort. Paul was the great Apostle to the Gentile world. He was the greatest preacher of his day; the greatest preacher of all future days. For it makes no difference how many diplomas a man may have from College, University or theological seminaries, when he preaches on any doctrine of the Christian church he must turn to St. Paul to prove what he says: This Epistle to the Romans in depth of thought and grandeur of expression, far surpasses any other Epistle written by the Apostle. He was of the school of Tarsus and a student under Gamaliel at Jerusalem—one of the wisest and greatest teachers of his day. He was well versed in Jewish and Roman law for everywhere he was arrested he plead his rights as a Roman citizen under the laws of the Roman Empire; and like his Saviour, he made use of everything that would convey a spiritual truth. Christ when in Gallilee talked of fishermen in Samaria, the sowing of sged and the farmers; in Judea the keeping of sheep. So St. Paul trans- fers the word justification which is a legal term to the spiritual realm and together with faith makes it one of the leading doctrines of the Christian Church and one of the most real terms of Theology. In Protestant Theology ; it expresses an act for divine mercy whereby the sinner is freed from the penalty of sin not on any account of goodness in himself but for the right- eousness of Jesus Christ. This doctrine is especially emphasized by St. Paul in his Epistle thereby causing some to think there jis a discrepancy between himself, and St. James. St. James says, “For if Abraham was justified by works he hath whereof to glory by not before God.” For what saith the scripture Abraham believed i, jis justified and not by faith only, Paul] was describing the inward reality of|tion for the promise that he should e justification, so to speak, in its origin | the heir of the word was =. ¥ a i is entirely independent of works. Its|ham or to his seed through the ae origin is the mercy of God. Faith is| but through his righteousness of faith; | active and that is the only kind of|for if they which are of the law be} faith a man can depend upon for his | heirs, faith is made void and the promise St. Paul in the Eleventh | ofnone effect. 1 Chaper of Hebrews says, “Now faith is | eth wrath for where no law is there is the substance of things hoped for the}|no transgression. Therefore it is of The | faith that it might be by grace to the word substance is from two Latin words. }end that the promise might be sure to ‘ under the *Stance”]all the seed; not-to that only which S meaning standing—therefore the thing |is of the law but to that also which is standing. In other words, a foundation |of the faith of Abraham who is the on which the sinner stands and looks | father of us all but for as also to whom with broken spirit and a contrite heart ]it shall be imputed. to God’s throne of mercy for the thing } him that raised up Jesus our Lord from hoped for. The salvation of his soul|the dead who was delivered for our and there is the evidence of things |offences and was raised again for our not seen; so then he realizes his salva- | justification. salvation. evidence of things not seen.” “Sub” meaning tion is dependent upon the God of Jesus Christ. solutely necessary to salvation. St. Paul takes his knowledge from Genesis result of faith. son upon the altar? necessity manifest itself in works. righteousness without works. Justification is not included in the we say that faith was reckoned ‘Abraham for righteousness. n was it reckoned, when he was in cir- cumcised; that righteousness might be God and it was counted unto him for righteousness. The other says was | wa not Abraham our Father justified by father Abraham which he had yet being works yé see than that by work a man | uncircumcised. ; : mercy, through the atoning blood of] Paul arrived at his conclusion—there- St. Paul emphasizes faith perse ab- | peace with God through our Lord Jesus 5:6 and he believed in the Lord and | com ‘ he counted it to his for righteousness. }a sinner and that there is no power St. James believed that a man’s faith}of salvation within himself, he turns was shown by his works and took.as-|to a higher power and through the surance from Genesis 22:1-14 in the] atoning blood of Jesus Christ surrend- offering of Isaac by Abraham. One |ers his all and seeks pardon and for- exalts faith as the prerequisite to salva- |giveness of his sins to the God who *tion and the other exalts works as thevis ever merciful and forgiving. Being St. James says—was | thoroughly convinced of his lost condi- not Abraham our father justified by|tion he agonizes over his sins until works when he had offered Isaac his|the love of God is shed abroad in his Seeth how faith | heart by the power of the Holy Ghost wrought with his works and by faith | which is given unto us. His condition was made perfect and the scripture |is such that like our fathers and mothers was fulfilled which saith—Abraham be- | when it was day he wished it was night lieved God and it was imputed unto him|and when it was night he wished it for righteousness and he was called |was day. . the friend of God. However seeming-| warrant for this expression? Turn to ly discrepany the writings of St. Paul|the Book I ye and St. James the truth remains that|eighth chapter sixty-fourth and sixty- God honors faith in the coming of a] eight verses, “And the Lord shall scat- sinner to God and this faith must of|ter*these among the, people, from the ‘THE CHRISTIAN RECORD The law does not embrace j Because the law work- If he believe on In harmony with these truths St. fore being justified by faith we have Christ. - When a person who is a sinner be- awakened to the fact that he is Do we have any scriptural of Deuteronomy twenty- one end of the earth even unto the St. Paul in the preceding chapters |other; and there thou shalt serve other shows that justification by faith is when | Gods, which neither thou nor thy fath- he says what shall we. say then that |ers have known, even wood and stone. Abraham our father pertaining to the | And among these nations thou shalt flesh hath found. For if Abraham was | find no ease, neither shall the sole or justified by works he hath whereof to thy foot have rest; but the sey a glory but not before God; for what |give thee there a trembling heart, np : saith the scripture Abraham believed | failing of eyes; and sorrow of mind; God and it was counted unto him for and thy life shall hand in doubt eee righteousness; but on the other hand, thee, aud thou shalt fear day an Paul defines justification by faith; but |night, and shall have none Bement to him that wofketh not but believed on }of thy life, In the morning thou on him that justifieth the ungodly. His |say, would God it were even? An al faith is counted for righteousness, even | €ven. me shalt say would God it were described the blessedriess | morning : of a eee whom God imputeth | wherewith thou shalt hear, and for the For fear of thine heart sight of thime eyes which thou shalt see, And thus we see that our fathers and! ordinances of God. Cometh this bless-. mothers imitated the Jews in their dis- edness then upon the circumcision only | tress. ; sin out upon the uncircumcision also; for }of the greatness of his sins before he i to| grants him the power of his salvation. with ee ye He then This is the period of conviction and|replace every charter in the 4. God makes the sinner conscious when God sets him free he is converted cumcision but in uncircumcision and he jor justified by faith, ee as received the sign of circumcision—a|don and favor with God throu a seal of the righteousness of the faith|efficacy of the blood of the Sage which he had. Yet, being of all them;|God, that He gave to eee tb st that believe. Though then, he not cir- | whosoever believeth upon Him s' thave ever lasting life. imputed unto them also and the father The, result of tsa eb ae of circumcision to them who are not {peace with God through our Lor i ision only, but who also| Christ who. sai ¢ Ce at ye of ie ‘faith of our|truth and the fife and no man cometh unto the Father except in and through by me.” Peace I leave with you, my Rey. B. G. Dawson .as pastor of ity in April, 1936, and since that the activities of the church have on new life and the membership has creased by more than 100. peace I give unto you, peace of peace of soul, peace with the bre est judical court id, “I am the way, the | THE REV. VIRNAL C. HODGES The Rey. Virnal C. Hodges, pastor of Trinity A. M. E. Church, Baltimore Md., who is more often known a *Rev. V. C. Hodges, is this w pastor, because of his unusual se not only to his church, but to the com munity at large. The Rev. Mr. Hodges succeeded 32 Active Organizations Trinity Church now has thirty-two active organizations is that the present nineteen are clubs, two of which art (Continued on page 15) “At the last session of the Coun Bishop Sims in preaching, said, “sl the departments of the Churct € sick,” but some since that time @' convalescing and onthe, way to © covery, and yet some are still sick The General Conference is the hi of the A. M Church and should operate in every department of the Church. This jual cial court authorized every department of the Church and wherever any e partment is regarded as rebellious, ‘"'s highest tribunal should cease to Sc08 nize jt as such. There is too ay manifestation of authority along a lines in the A. M. E. Church. — i tribunal should support a ae full authority to look into 3" Church. We have essentially 3!" too much authority to the ‘ie Boards of the department, thereby ™ , ing the creature greater that the She tor and as long as this state of afta E: exists there can be and will be a peace in the Church. If we have ee justified by faith and have peace * God through our Lord Jesus Chris 7 can have it in the Church if the e Conference will assert itself 3 ‘4 its house in order. No part © fe. Church is ever greater than the who! a 2 Pt a a | “ad We TRIUMPH THROUGH SACRIFICE as Text: Matthew 27:33-50, led Golgotha, that is to say, lace of a skull, 34 they gave him t rink mingled with gall: and in he had tasted it, he would not nk. 35 And when they had crucified hey parted his garments among , casting lots; 36 and they sat and ed him there. 37° And they set over his head his accusation written, his is Jesus the King of the Jews. hen are there crucified with him robbers, one on the right hand and on the left. 39 And they that sed by railed on him, wagging their ds, 40 and saying, Thou that destroy- the temple, and buildest it in three S, save thyself: if thou art the Son God, come down from the cross. 1 In like manner also the chief priests nocking him, with the scribes and eld- 's, said, 42 He saved others; himself 1é Cannot save. He is the King of Is- el; let him now come down from the oss, and we will believe on him. + 43 He trusteth on God; let him deliver him now, if he desireth him: for he said, I am the Son of God. 44 And he robbers also that were crucified With him cast upon him the same re- Proach. 45 Now from the sixth hour there as darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. 46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that » My God, my God, why hast thou rsaken me? 47 And some of them lat stood there when they heard it, Said, This man calleth Elijah. 48 And straightway one of them ran, and took ponge, and filled jt with vinegar, pand put it om a reed, and gave him to drink. 49 And the rest said, Let be; et us see whether Elijah cometh to we him. 50 And Jesus cried again th a loud voice, and yielded up his 7 GOLDEN TEXT: He was despised, ejected of men; a man of sorrows, ind acquainted with grief. Isaiah 53:3. THE LESSON BROUGHT DOWN 2 TO DATE _ By John R. Ewers The stone which the builders re- €d has become the head of the Orner,” « This speaks well for the stone, but does not say much for the judg- nent of the architects and builders. ‘Stone, good enough to become the % nerstone ‘of the greatest building of He centuries, should not be thrown t, do you think? But notice: “He despised and rejected of men; a nan of sorrows and acquainted with mief.” There was one hour when the CHURCH SCHOOL March 17] Plain people would have crowned him as king, their enthusiasm Was not easily restrained. Yes, and there was another morning when they spread their gar- ments in the road before him and waved palm branches, hailing him as “The Son of David,” But at Nazareth they led him out ‘to the brow of a WPrecipice to cast him down to death, and on the cross their hate destroyed him. And who was responsible for this great tragedy? The high churchmen, the builders, the blind leaders of the blind—the pontifical, ecclesiastical stuffed-shirts of that day. These sel- fish, narrow, bigoted, unspiritual men rejected our Master. If we know our church history, we know that the Chris- tian church began to lose its Christlike quality exactly when powerful ecclesi- astics began to control the church. The builders rejected. the best stone. They sought to destroy and entomb the highest religious genius of all ages. “Man chooses, but God disposes,” and so God made Jesus the cornerstone for the new temple of religion, known in our world as Christianity, When we laid the cornerstone of our new church, certain things were true: (1) the cornerstone was of the same material as the main walls, Dut it was the choicest quality we could find of that type; (2) it was given the place of honor, in it were placed the records of the congregation; (3) it was placed at a point where the superstructure rested and depended upon it for strength and worth; (4) it carried upon its face the name of our religious institution ; (5) the fact of its being placed assured the community that we had the re- sources and intention of completing the fine building for the purpose announced. All of these things can now be pre- dicted of our Master. (1) Every stone in the building of Christianity must haye the quality of Christ; (2) Christ carries in himself the records and the plans of his church; (3) Christ, being the chief cornerstone, holds the place of honor and supports his church; (4) his name must be our name—“Chris- tian”; (5) Christ being set as the cor- nerstone implies and insures the com- pletion of his church. Yet he was re- jected by the builders of his day. The best stone was cast aside. Historically we know what happened, but now we come to a far more im- portant question for you, personally: viz. Are you rejecting Christ? Have you made anything else the cornerstone of your life? A man sixty years old, worth twelve millions of dollars, whos was completely unhappy, was saved by getting interested jn a mountain college, He forgot his quest for fair weather all over the world, he forgot his arthri- tis and indigestion, he overcame his unhappiness when he gaye his time and attention to the mountain whites. That interest involved sharing and thateshar- ing involved setting Christ as the cor- nerstone of his life. Prior to that pro-— e e THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ¢ess he had been a formal Christian ; after that he became a warm, helpful, healthful, useful Christian. POINTERS > By Roy L. Smith No man can rail on Christ who really Stops to know him; it is only those who Pass by. The very fact that Christ was the Son of God made it impossible for him to come down from the cross. No man who gets busy saying others ever takes time to stop and save him- self. Suffering does not always make com- rades of men. A period of darkness follows every crucifixion. Jesus died with an unanswered ques- tion on his lips, but with a serene trust in his heart, PRAYER THOUGHT By Wlliam Chalmers Covert O Thou whose loye for sinful man- kind has no limit, make plain to us this fact as we pause again in prayer and meditation before Calyary. Let us not the cross on be lost in the s of the ages, in which so often the simple fact of that infinite love of God has been well nigh forgot- ten. May Thy children know of that true victory which comes through sacri- fice as the solemn season of Christ’s suffering again lays its spell on the world of believers. Wilt Thou, O God, accomplish Thy purposes of salvation, so irresistible and inclusive, in the face of the ingratitude and base denials of men in places high and low. O Lord, save Thy people, and Thine shall be the glory now and forever. controvers' Amen. DAILY BIBLE READINGS M. Matt. 27 T. Matt. 27 W. Hebrews 12: T. Psalm 22:1-8. —The 20th Century Quarterly F. I Peter 1:13-20. 6. S. Luke 14:25-35. 6. S. I Cor. 1:18-25. BISHOP E, J. HOWARD IN MEMPHIS Bishop Howard spent several days in Memphis, and his visit will be long re- membered. He was the guest of the A.M. E. Alliance, where the Dr. W E. Pruitt, Presiding er, of the North Memphis Distr is the Presi- dent. After a ry rich Devotional Service, conducted by the chaplain, Rey. A. S. Alexander, Bishop Howard President. A great ovation was given him by the Alliance. Among some of the great things he said, I am here on a mission was presented by the for the church, We are getting ready to go to the General Conference, and our success in the state depends on us here in Memphis. I thank the pas- tors of the city for their fine support they have given the church and how they have saved the A.M.E, Churches here. I am not here to join in a group of mem, against another group, but we must adjust ourselves for the cause of’Christ. He made an appeal for the pastors to observe the Universal Prayer Week, After he finished sev- eral members expressed themselves, and OTN NSS Sad Sai tc ae ac a ee | GRACE BEFORE MEALS Dear Lord, let jt be our earnest prayer to serve Thee better day by day as We grow in grace and trust to Thee for our wants in soul and body. Bless our humble home, where we trust Thee all and in all, and where Thou hast Siven bouniifully to such as would re- ceive Thee. Amen, 5 HYMNS THAT LIVE | SE PEACE HYMN FOR AMERICAN REPUBLICS Lands of freedom and of glory, Mid the-oceans of the West, Brotherhood of the Republics Of America the blest— Many nations, one in purpose, One in hope and truth and right, Strong for liberty and justice, Marching forw,: rd in the light. By the Southern Cross of courage, By the Christ on Andes’ height, By the Northern constellations— Freedom's stars that pierce the night— Lead our world from ancient madness, Grant our land the sure release From war's burdens and wars sorrows— Give us the victories of peace God eternal of our fathers, At Thy feet we bow in awe, Nations only rise to greatness As they follow out Thy law. Make us brothers and good neighbors, Banish hate and strife and War, Help us build to Thee a new world, Crowned with peace forevermore |! $$ thanked him. for his fatherly advice, ¢ their loyal support. his stay, he made a trip to er, where the Rev. C. H. in, is pastor. Several of the pas- tors were present there His visit there brought new life to the member- ship at large Sunday morning he worshipped at Allen Chapel, where W, T Couch, is the pastor. In the afternoon, he wor- shipped at Ward Chapel, where Dr D. S. Ransaw is pastor. Dr. J. G. Robinson, Editor of the A. M. E. Re- view addressed the audience at this service. . Among others present were Drs. J.. W. Hall, W. L Powell, Revs. M. L. Young, A. L. Alexander ,W. T. Couch. The churches are happy over the leadership of their Bishop as he is cer- tainly bringing things to pass here in this city W. T. Couch A. M. E, Alliance HELP WANTED Male and Female Send one dollar for membership. Member-Agents wanted every- where. Salary $25.00 weekly in advance. World's Relief Society Box 309 Muskogee, Okla. a ===== DSC09011.JPG ===== Church will follow. This is to|the country. This fact accounts] Oli; say that the fathers of the Church | for the widespread public discus- | 5 are leading as never before in a|sion and editorial comment which} ae, quarter of acentury. There is an| followed the recent action of the] From the Presiding Ege, impressive cohesiveness and | Social Service Commission of the | Rey. Dr. Charles J. Powell, o; the thrilling spirit of loyalty. The|Georgia Baptist Convention in|Columbus District, the Ohio se divisive and distinctive influences | vigorously condemning discrimi-| ference, has been received a ee shall not prevail against the |nations against the Negro. The|gram of De ict ike church. A solid phalanx of Afri-| commission specified inadequate | “Love never faileth.” The ae can Methodist Christians are set|public provisions for Negro edu-| Conference will be held on oa, for the defense of the gospel, the | cation, health and recreation, the | 26-28 at Uhrichville. ch perpetuity of the: Church,. and|persistence of peonage or debt]. > Sis 3 hastening the coming of the king-|slavery on a large scale, and the} Mrs. Jessie L. Brown, Evan A dom. The Church is safe. occasional outbreaks of lynching. | list, is pastor of the Junior sais ———0100———— Three days later the archbishop | ment of St. Stephen African Mp IT IS NOT TRUE and bishops of the administrative | Church, Detroit, Michigan, She board of the National Catholic }is a native of South Carolina, AS the writer travels the Church | Welfare Conference wrote a letter louder becomes the voices of pro- pleading that those “customs and end the South Florida Confer- is is a great state for flora un and African Methodism. day morning the Churchman was st speaker at Mt. Zion, the Rey. », Mitchell, Minister. In the after- he was the guest of Bishop H. Y. accompanied by Dr. B. G. on. At night the holy fire fell n heaven at Grant Memorial. The ptable pastor of this church is the rend S. H. Hunter. He is the of Bishop Tookes who built the ice years ago. et Entered at the Post Office at Philadel- phia, Penna. as Second Class Matter . Bell—KINgsley 0497 Published Weekly By George A. Singleton, Editor and Manager At the A.M.E. Book Concern 716 S. Nineteenth Street Philadelphia, Penna. was a real pleasure to return to Zion where a few months ago at East Florida Conference and the ting of the 11th Episcopal delegation Bishop D. H. Sims, President ~ Bishop M. H. Davis, Vice-President Coitributing Editors: Carlyle F. The present site of Morris Stewart, Josephine 7. Washing-|test against the rumors of filthy | practices which have placed on our | Brown College according to Bish. Churchman was unanimously en- ton, 1. Jefferson Clement, - Ho-|jucre being employed in an effort colored brethren the ugly burden|op J. S. Flipper, was known a; ed for re-election. wad D. Gregg, Milton § S, J. to gain an exalted and holy seat }of crushing social injustices” may | Diamond Hill in 1869 when he was , or the first time the Churchman is isiting the southern part of the state. She trip is by motor. St. Augustine, cg pt ni ee among our fathers. We resent eventually be broken down. It is}a student at Atlanta University * esley, uan Pee i Mitchell, A. Wayman Ward, Harry V. /it, and do not believe the Bishops | said that there are approximately |a few years after the Civil War THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER on fire. I want Jesus to tak harg: of the General Conference. No anal changers shall take charge of the church. In reference to the last named art Now the congregation sings : “Give me that old time religion.” This is pentecost. My soul! Shouts and screams are heard from all parts of the house. Now they sing: “Oh when I come to the end of my journey.” The scene beggars description, “Misunderstood, the Saviour of sinners, hung on the cross He was God’s only Son.” Mrs. Tookes had to stop him. Have mercy! Not|annuation from $50. to $100, and ther a dry eye, This man can write no more |after, $300 annually. Nad we did for tearblinded eyes and a burning | easily. heart. gates be strong enough to make it in that direction, Permit me to add, that before tl Let me say in conclusion, as. or nee | W710 is winding up his 43rd year in th LETTERS TO THE EDITOR itinerant service, that I am glad know we are sending delegates to tt General Conference who are thinkir THANK YOU BISHOP WILLIAMS [about the good of their Connectio Kansas’City, Mo. ; rather than their own selfish interest My dear Dr. Singleon: May this spirit prevail! cle, I want to say that I agree with Dr. Walker as to every “operation” suggested. I have also thought along these lines, and do hope that he will Present such a Bill before this coming General Conference, and that the dele- law. If such were done, the Pension Department could easily be established and the money hitherto used could go present system, Baltimore Conference Gave to its members upon their super- PAGE FIVE i BIRTHDAY GREETINGS a de e- it ne Le to ne ng | n, Tic hardacn and the delegates to the General three hundred thousand Negro Where the College now stands the t town in the United States, is} Enclosed find check for $3.00 for] With the best wishes for your own SEE eee SUBSCRIPTION RATES Conference are for sale. The Roman Catholics in the United|Union troops had thrown w * fae sh eae is very beauti-| which please mail the Christian Recor- | re-election, ; Portsmouth, Virginia eR eae Sree : : < 4 is in|ference, stationed at No: 3 3 = > EF ue SORE NOD ER EA CHBO Ree Copy Se fair escutcheons of this grand old!in view of the creation. of the —— MMe roo the reed pities: cedars’ [and'MriJ; WOden, (a ye we Rene BOSD Ee, Horst. Jeha, Greent Address all correspondence to: eb Church of Allen. God help, and| Central Jurisdiction for the wes ss, Bishop J. S. Flipper is the only ind ‘palms on either side. Again and|Mo. Conference, also a delegate to the) GREATER BETHEL A. M. E pees EO De le C F Christian Recorder, 716 South 19th save tis teen Negro Conferences which] member of a class of seventeen n the highway is near the Halifax, |General Conference, Residence 1808 E. CHURCH ee nha ee manos * : 3 2 ; : en + : : ron p : As dHenry Young Tookes acksonville, Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania- SOG were brought into the new church, |who joined the conference at enc aye nevescending)| 2th Sty, Kansis, City, Mo, Recast rier a erie ARD is the recent action of the South-|Cam bell Chapel, Americus, ( Stream of cars bearing license plates Oblige yours, Indianapolis, Indiana Rdisto Distri age ; ane tae THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 1940 FIGHTING H : ‘ amp! pel, §, Ga, “several states pass, in both “direc- F. D. L. McDONALD IER TS Cela REG ap SPL a ; ern Province of the Protestant |sixty yearsago. There were two ons. Biuis ny relucsliol the Bishop ve C. Scott, Baltimore, Maryland; Sir Philip Gibbs, war correspon- Episcopal Church. It decided to|hundred members in the confer 4 SSS The second Quarterly Conference of 7 Sace Iphia e me i. : Hae : sf WEEKLY THOUGHT dent on the Finnish front and |elect a Negro bishop for the first | ence. Bishop Flipper is the only ‘ si ee party re a a Sie spell ie . Detroit, Mich. eater Bethel opened Friday, Febru- | .,, Eaeadchin ASM hk Charek author of renown wrote about the time in history and to ask the|one ofthe group alive. For thirty eine penciled “The St "Pall Atticad sae poe ie apes fag aha ee River Junction, Florida; Evangelist eee 5 ‘ é a S « * . a = : - . v “east. e know hat the Te ec Ha arc Preside van lis condition of the Finnish -soldiers House of Bishops to form all-Ne-|two years he has been a bishop M. E. Church is across the street. | Under date of February 8, 1940, you|church is so wonderfully blessed to are B hie = a a a ee ~ If you can’t have your own way bas a few weeks ago and said they |gro congregations into'a mission-|and is the only member of the pis an inspiration to see the church |ask shall the Churchman continue the | have the presence of Dr. J. E. Brad-|C. . Wilson. Mt. Zion. Ws can’ at least keep out of other peoples weaker peak Bebe ings arejary district to be administered by class of 1908 alive. Today he is er, in different Parts be ee oe Ghirehnian’Aheld?” fe oe Hecyhrovenite ber aumanyolla. gy NW. w Mise. Mary Ee. Kenmare way. 2 ' if _ : ry. e conversation is enlivene: May I add my protest to the hundreds | God- e preached two very profound | Trenton, N. J.: Miss Lena Moore, S worst, and rally when they think the new prelate. There are fen the illustrious senior. contributions from Mrs. White, re- | of others who must feel that this par- | Sermons, and three souls were added | Sees Sane rfield, Ill.; Mrs. Mary Green a. they are up against a stiff task | thousand Negro Epscopalians in 9 ently returned from Africa. ticular column has become a vital part |to the church, making a total member-|s¢. Paul, Springfield, II Nani WEEKLY POEM and hard necessities. Perhaps: nine Southern states. The Reverend George N. Collins : . of the Christain Recorder. ship for the quarter, 32 Breen fe i re lanuehoNGovor hat is why these troops have been’ _The Christian Advocate.|has been pastor of Mt. Herman “And are we yet alive.” THe mem-| Most of us are delegated to spend| Greater Bethel could not keep from IN. Y.3 Mrs. Irma R. Wil Se that 1s why Afri M. E. Church, Ft. Lauder ers of the South Florida Conference |our lives within the confines of our |Prospering under such a great leader| Treas. Michigan Conference Branch _———— ES abled to successfully OPPOSE | oS rican M. E. oe : fing. This is the last session before | own city or state. We cannot hope to|@s Dr. R. C. Henderson. W. MoM Ack Mane Atee LOVE BETWEEN BROTHERS AND |, tly superior numbers so long. dale, Fla., for seven yeats. °™ fhe General Conference, “Let us take |see African Methodism in its entirety,] The membership has been increased | Michigan City, Ind.; Mrs. S. S. Morris Church has 360 members and re ported $330 Dollar Money, and 12 converts. Seven years ago tie SISTERS ip the cross.” The old hymn strikes a €sponsive chord. “What troubles have fe seen, what conflicts have we passed! fut out of all the Lord hath brought by His love.” So true. The Lord d Almighty cares for His own. sssed be His name. While war is to be eschewed ‘it is POINTED POINTS Whatever brawls disturb the street, evident that participants learn the here should be peace at home; lesson of endurance. Life of the ; e . : Where sisters dwell and brothers meet | camp, field and combat influenced Evangelist Jessie Thomas of fChurch Eas St. Paul to write “Endure hard-|Payne Chapel African M. E.| Money. ness as a good soldier of Jesus|Church, North Alabama Confer- Quarrels should never come. Birds in their little nests agree; — There was a Testimonial g!v" And ‘tis a shameful sight Christ.” Bicuineh ia iad eee E / ; i 5 ence, Birmingham, Ala., 3 Bie Rey Jenking bas’ just finisht i uot family hris , Be Ks 2 B h Carolina i Rev. Jenkins has just finis gee gee fide, oi fight! i 506 ee laboring in Florida and attended by the Western Nort eaching the annual sermon. And oa ; y 2 Conférence Branch, of The W H & F. M. Society, for Mrs. M. > Pearson honoring her in her for tieth year of Consecutive servi’, as President of the Conieren Branch. At Bethel, Greensbor® N. C,, February 28, 8 ’til t1 P.M OPEN SEASON the South Florida Conference at words, - Miami. Her motto-is “For the That are but noisy breath, This is open season for whisper-| greater glory of God.” She may eS ee oat nage isl ing campaigns, careless handling be reached in care of the Tampa Wg aril. ee a son of the truth, and political trickery. Bulletin, Tampa, Fla. To range against another; In Atlanta the tempo was high a So wicked Cain was hurried on geared. But the biblical reference] According to Bishop R. R. A I Bsc airman Till he had kill’d his brother. to Mordecai, and Haman is still | Wright, Jr., there are 406 teachers Nellie T. Herbin was oa The wise will make their anger cool Ii God be for you, who canJof schools in South Africa, the of the Committee on ar! 15th Episcopal District, and 12,500}ments. At least before tis night; But in the bosom of a fool piers we pi ea a Our little brawl remove ; \[sorromavo THE WEEK| schools in South Africa than ‘t “that, 1‘ er grow to riper age, | eprroRIAL OF THE WEEK | takes'to operate Allen University, —Dr. Tsaae Watts |g nygT RACIAL INJUSTICE] ward Waters College. NAIR CTS : F 5 THE CHURCH IS SAFE power. Now hear them sing: M83 ‘wasn’t for the Lord, what would I Hands are being clapt, accom- nied by patting and stamping of A brother stands and leads. A r to the Churchman’s left is shout- ; Now “Amens” are heard over the What a demonstration. Dr. omez says to the Churchman “It is onderful,” _ Hard names at first, and threat’ning true. - ‘ s against you? successfully stand ag: ¥: hop H, Y. Tookes is literally rock- d shaking the South Florida Con- ce. Something has come from ve. There is a steady rumble of with Bishop, and Mrs. H. Y. 10°" Pa oa Oaths Mrs. Luella G. White of Care 1", of the sons and daughters of South Africa, the Reverends oA en. Nothing’ like it have these eyes beheld. In a burst of impassioned Gibbs and J. S. Johnson, an Ae _ Deas is en route to Miam age tio - THE CHURCHMAN AFIELD Pardon, O Lord, our childish rage, Our hearts may all be love. Marie: Tender Cale ai AL ee Waters C % Ft, Pierce, Fla. The Churchmt? —- The Southern Baptist is con-| Phe very efficient organist of There is no question about it. |sidered to be the most conserva- | Mt. Zion African M. E. Church, | Where the Bishops lead, the|}tive Protestant denomination in| Jacksonville, Fla., is Mrs. M. We ’ fa ; ‘ re 5 ¥ ‘ able to visualize the enormity of the |holds its greatness. Church of Allen, and rejoice that we all means continue this column. ful wife, Mrs. R. C. Henderson. © Wishing you much success, I am Respecfully, siding Elder held the Quarterly Cor ker. pies Wednesday, February 7th, the Pre-| City: Prof MRS. MYRA PEGRAM.| ference. Sarah Relford, secretary. The|s_ YY but with your weekly visits we are |@s members go but the Church still | Nashville, Tenn As we speak of Dr.. Hendersosi, we | CHRISTIAN REGORDER VISITORS are a small part of that church. By also congratulate him for his wonder- | = C. G. Hatcher, New Yor! | E. A. Selby, Mes n- 1D. H. Sims, Eunice Pottir | The Rev Barker, D. M. Owens, S. T Trus*ee Department of the Church | Boyd J. L. Brown, C. W. Abington Baltimore, Md. _ | Wants to thank all officers and members | Dr. L. 1. Berry, New Y City: Mrs Dear Dr. Singleton: of the Church for the full cooperation | Minnie L. Gaines, B Md Just a word to commend and. con- that has been shown to them this | Rey. E. A. Wair, M 1 Spauld gratulate you upon the issue of the | quarter. in making this reprt successful. | jng, Dr. E. K. Nichols Christian Recorder of February 15. |The total receipts for the quarter | — - To my mind, it is the greatest isstre [$1,165.76. William Ford, Secretary; J. Mrs, Carrie Crump sedi ;I have read for many years. Aside; H. Courtney, Treasurer. Mrs, Frank Brown, Directress from your excellent Editorials, your The Class Leaders with the Presiding | It is fine to get 50 or 60 men together “Pointed Points,” your “Churchman Elder cabinet, Mrs. Sallie Martin, | to sing the s« of Zion Afield,” which I always read with much President; Stewardess Board No. 1,) The Church will ever be blessed with interest and pleasure, it has been an Mrs. Parthenia Crawford, President; | good singing as long as you train the added pleasure with which I have read | Stewardess Board No... 2, Mrs, Ada young Mrs. Bertha Howard has the special articles. anderson, President; Stewardess Board charge of a group of young people The thing that pleased me most was No. 3, Mrs. Sarah A. Samuel, Presi- | who are well trained in singing that these. writers were not boosting dent. These Boards have helped the} Rey. Henderson has been somewhat for office, but suggesting needed | Stewards department of the Church | disposed, but able to attend the Bishops’ hare I 4 and progress | to raise $808.65. | Council in Atlanta, Georgia Tepislanen ton the Bene ore Bethel Church has a number of| The Missionary Society Mrs. Julia Of our Ne “The ‘New Depart- Evangelists who assist the pastor in all | Jefferson; A. C Aa care, Mrs. Viola ath Ma ae paves A. | services Greater Bethel Church is|Dansel, President; The Sunday School piety Scarctan, by, a, ae Dr. J_{blessed with such a wonderful choir’|Mr. John Johnson, Superintendent Jennings; “Facing aces. . t There- A women chorus that sings with the | And about 16 other clubs. Some report es aes ch oles ite Wal- spirit. Mrs. Willa B’ Philipp, Presi- | over $100.00 in their Treasury fore 1 AM,” by Dr. D. Ormone dent; Mrs. Susia Goodman, Directress. SARAH A. MANUEL % Fs i & —— ===== DSC09012.JPG ===== SNAPPY STORIES VARIATIONS By Virginia Simmons The world is not as if painted all in pink, It is red, green, yellow, orange, violet, blue— And—pitch black, Blundering through Brink f® brink, One finds daubs of every hue. SNAPPY STORIES COLLEGE BRED “Papa,” said the small son, “what do they mean by college bred? different from any other kind bread?” “My son,” said the father, “it is a four years’ loaf.” RECOGNITION IN HEAVEN There is an English Church where a box hangs’ in the porch. It js use for communications for the pastor. Cranks put their notes in it, but oc- casionally jt does fulfill its purpose. Recently the minister preached, by re- quest, a sermon on “Recognition of Friends in Heaven,” and during the week the following note was found in the box: “Dear Sir—I should be much obliged if you could make it conveni- ent to preach to your congregation on ‘The Recognition of Friends on Earth,’ as I have been coming to your church for nearly six months and nobody has taken any notice of me yet.” WHAT GOES WITH IT? Each of the twenty-five words below is only half of the story. It’s up to you to fill out the other half of the phrase. You’ve run across these pairs in con- versation, on menus, in literature, on documents. You hear and use them everyday. Can you readily recall the missing word? A score of 23 is excellent; 22, very good; 21, good; and 20, fair. You'll find the answers on this’ page next week. 1. Alpha and... 0.7 2. Hammer and... 3. Skin and 4, Straight and 5. Safe and... 6 fd 8 Open and.. Rough and. . Grand and.. “9. Flesh and.. 10. Nip and...... Il. Flotsam and...... ie tle panna Ba Gants ands. oo cree caves Perey ee, 13, Fried. arid... 5+. 2: intl ex oe Peatav, 17, Assanit and.....-. i angles 18. Locke eas eeiei cis cadiovnad Tike CHWS HARES YOUNG PEOPLE’S PA Si ph | Sits 1h, gene I THINK By P. A. Nichols to Philadelphia, when he said: wouldn’t be clammering’ as you are, for white teachers to instruct your young children. It is the teacher in the class room who creates the thoughts; molds the opinions; directs the think- ing of the students and gives color to their ideals of life. were taught by Japanese instructors for a half century, they would think Japanese and have Japanese ideals and would finally, come to despise them- selves.” ms ’ From a multiplicity of evidences there Is it]}is some truth in what this Egyptian of | Student said. 4 THAT the following. on Race Preju- dice, from the pen of H. G. Wells, the famous English historian and pub- licist, after a visit to America, cannot be improved upon. Said he; “I am convinced myself that there is no more evil thing jn this present world than | face prejudice; none at all. single thing in life now. It holds to- gether more baseness, cruelty, and abomination than any other sort of error in the world.” THAT no other institution could have lived through the centuries;-overcom- ing almost unsurmountable obstacles; winning great victories without any financial backing except the free will offering of a greatful constituency, but the church of Jesus Christ. The fact that it has survived and is still going strong proves its divine origin. Stalin of Rus- sia, may tear down its houses of wor- ship; Hitler of Germany may imprison and kill its ministers ; critics and infidels may flount its doctrines and teachings, but the church has its roots deep down in the human soul and will never be destroyed so long as there be a human being in the world to bow his knees to God and look towards the moun- tains from whence cometh help. THAT enough money is paid to VIS- ITING MINISERS, in one year, by finance committees of annual confer-. ences, to liquidate the mortgage in- debtedness of any one of our colleges; the Book Concern; put the Christian Recorder on a solid financial basis, or erect a respectable building to house the students of Payne Theological Semi- nary. ¢ _+ Ministers visiting annual conferences ,- without being invited by presiding bish- ops and taking money from finance committees, to pay their traveling ex Se ce : E. Church, Stress and...... Sixes and... Beér and, 4 ve Half and.. Flora and...... fveueses bide Sears yacese REERSS THAT the Egyptian student “had some- thing” when, in conversation with me on the Race Question, while riding on the train, together from New York City, “If you Colored Americans thought straight you If white children | fulminations. ae RDER cE penses, are practising’a disguise fort of racketeering pure and sitiple. It should be stopped, atid no one cai do it but the bishops. Dap Peach THAT in this hurly-burly agé of doubt and’ uncertainty, the youth—e pecially thosé with visions of life’s fu- ture and struggling for solid’ ground upon which to build’ for future useful-| ness, need the strong ‘guiding hand of the church more thafi the them for Jesus said of the church, Matt. 10:18 what he did not say of youth. THAT no one thing in the history of the Church, has done more to weaken the force of Christianity, and bring the religion of Jesus Christ into disrepute, ville; the reception of the sixteen ¢ ‘ern RhodeSia* of more than ,; cent es = _ The outhtarditig features of ti. ¢ ference were the authorisation “" establishnient of eight new schoo. fou Northern Rhodesia, hires Southern’ Rhodesia/ and one in Nya e land; the sending of a pastor 4 i Belgian Congo in answer to p from persons in Sakania and Eli,. XtY. peg na mission stations. The las; was the work of two European ini. sionary ladies from America, wh, had worked for nearly twenty yea: id Rhodesia. g f One died early in this yea: The as the ‘custom of funeéralizing thé dead, }other thought that the work show| | Resolutions, obituaries and ministerial operations, eulogising’ the virtues; the ‘consistant Christian living” of the de- ceased are more often just the reverse of that contained in these penegyrical Is it any wonder that the observant and critical youth leave these occasions with doubts as to the earnestness of the church, and the sincerity of its ministry? ‘ THAT the law making it mandatory that bishops, at annual conferences, must issue certificates of membership in the General Conference, to lay dele- gates, brings their election under the “I write deliberately—it is the worst: perview of the annual conferences. It. is unthinkable that bishops are com- pelled to give certificates of member- ship, in the General Conference, to persons whom they know are not en- titled to theni, simply because they were elected by electoral colleges. The dele- gates to the forth coming General Conference should look into this mat- ter. 2 wg Xenia, Ohio. WILBERFORCE, OHIO . [Of the best sess’ . | were the best eve The Bishops’ Council meeting ‘in At- lanta, Georgia approved the orgatiiza- tion of the Cuban Conference and recommended the adoption of the same by the forthcoming’ General Conference. The delegates from Cuba are as fol- lows : “ a Ministerial e Rev. J: W. Jarvis, Rev. J. H, Wit- tick. = = = Lay Delegates: > Mr. John H. Deveaux, Dr. Cruz da Silva. =f ‘ Lay Alternates: Senior Santos Carrero, Dr. Tellez de la Torrez, Sra. Asuncion de Zaldivar. ° R. C. RANSOM, Bishop’ A. M, E. CHURCH IN THE "- RHODESIAS a Bishop Wright Reports Progress - Bishop R. R. Wright, of the A. M.. returned last Thursday from Bulawayo, where he held the seventh session of the Zambezi Annual Conference of the A. M. E. Church. ‘|The Bishop’ reported that this was ofle showing an increast « in membership i Northern and South- |responded to my appeal of ‘Self given over to the A. M. E. ( She said, “I knew Bishop Wri) America, where I visited his hon studied the A. M. E. Church o: recent visit there, and I am cony that God means that I work t) of my life in Africa with the A. \{ Church here.” Two’ of her young Native ta were accepted by Bishop Wrigh: « given bursaries for training as ters at Wilberforce Institute, vaal. Rev. J. M. Makone was cic to represent the Zambezi Coniere: at the A. M, E. General Con: in Detroit, Michigan, U. S. A May. “The most interesting | me was the zeal with which the ): ‘do something for yourself, | They brought not only mone many other things, among the lion’s skin, two leopard skins, bracelets rings, bags, etc. . These were sol turned into one. g Our presid from Nyasaland said he had col! 700 bags of mealies, which he hoped \ sell on his return.” ' Bishop. Wright’s son, Mr. & Wright, 3rd, B.Sc., M.B.A., a panied the Bishop to Rhodesia, | thence going to Swaziland for weeks, before returning to Cape 1 . Ed.—These articles appeared in | “Cape Standard,” a South A Weekly. We regret that Rec readers are not permitted to sce | accompanying — pictures of B Wright and conference delegates be entertained by the Mayor of Town at the Mayoral. é SING GOSPEL’ SONGS Tn Teir'It ‘Wherever’ 1 Go—!'* |) Precious’ Lord, Take My (cm Haitd"....... ~ How About'You? .......-- ite Send Orders to’ eo on _ THOMAS A. DORSEY “et _ Established “1890 Bie eto i gay - Satted? Caré! of “the Dea ¢ é | poms N. arth Ste PIC FOR MARCH 10 ch That Appeals to Juniors Ours Is a Praying Church ~ Acts 12:1-5, urpose of this meeting is to G thoughts of the Juniors to , not only as a practice for them- ut as a vital part of Christian ‘It affords a chance for the sup- endent to tell why and how there “many times for prayer in the f church activities, and to ex- ‘the different kinds of prayer used services of the church. . the Service ie hymns should be of two kinds: some about prayer, as “Sweet Hour rayer,” “Quiet Hours with Jesus”; some in the form of prayer, as, er, We Thank Thee,” “O Master, Me Walk with Thee,” “Open My »” “Tf I Haye Wounded Any Soul Poday.” ; ‘The forms of prayer should be de- cribed, the differences between public Prayer and private prayer, the reasons for using different names of Father, nm and Holy Spirit. Some of the pray- rs used should be directed—that is, ard certain objects or themes. fi Ghosts etaoin shrdluu cmfwyp oa Attention should be directed to the! ~ prayer hymns, with their méaningful | verses, and the attitude of the wor- shipper in using them. f Reference should be made to prayer the home, grace at table, the family tar, and the Quiet Hour. The explanation of the topic, the par- ipation of the Juniors, the discusson and the questions should fit into the whole period according to the needs of "the group. hat the Topic Means The best way a Christian has to get touch with God is by the use of ayer. Prayer is the act of offering erent petitions especially to God. en a person prays he goes to One 0 is stronger than himself and seeks btain a share of that strength at me point. When a congregation ys the prayer is the sum of the clings and longings of all the people sent. the ideal church is a praying church ought today to talk about all the in which a praying church works. the following .too large a list of to expect ? (Every church mem- praying in private; (2) family de- ms in eyery Christan home; (3) mal group meetings (cottage meetings) in-the homes of a sd; (4) a weekly meeting in the church building; (5) yer in the worship services ither by the minister or by the congregation. a church would practice all these ing statements should be ie at a time to the Juniors and their answers and comments en- couraged. If they think a statement is correct ‘they should give the reasons; if one is incorrect, or only partly ie rect, the reasons should be stated. They are intended to challenge thinking and start discussion, 1. The most important part of a worship service in a church is the min- ister’s Prayer. 2. Everybody should Practice private Prayer at home before going to bed at night. 3. Prayers read from a printed page or prayer book may be as valuable to the people in a congregation as prayers in their own words. 4. Prayers need not be spoken. They may be thought. 5. The homes which are the best are those which have family worship. 6. A mid-week Prayer meeting is a great help to a church. 7. The people in a church ought to pray for the same things day by day. Some Questions to Be Answered 1. , What results are supposed to come from the public prayer in a church service? 2. Why is it a good practice to have a definite time and place for private prayer? 3. Has prayer any relation to church attendance? 4. What good comes to you when you pray the Lord’s Prayer? 5. Why is it good for a group of neighbors to get together for prayer? 6. Why should every meeting held in the church include a time of prayer? Daily Verses M., Mar. 4. A place for prayer. Acts 16 :13-15. T., Mar. 5. Prayer builds up. Judge 20:21. W., Mar. 6. Stedfast prayer. Acts 6 :2-4, T., Mar. Z. Helpful prayer. 2 Cor. 1:11. F., Mar. 8. Pray for those in danger, Acts 12:5-9, 12. S., Mar. 9. Pray for church leaders. 2 Thess. 3:1. Sun., Mar. 10. Topic—2. Ours Is a Praying Church. Acts 12:1-5. —The Christian Endeavor World. “SOME THOUGHTS OF THE BLACK MAN” By Geo. M. Banks, Presiding Elder of the Paris District -A. M. E, Church Wes Tennessee Conference: A Voice Crying in the Wilder- ness—“God Moves Mysterious Way” in a THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER tat Tag $$ ve ~ + Methodism elected any greater, and any bigger Brother than Bishop E. J. Howard. He can’t be bribed or bought. We need this kind of leadership all over the church. We just attended one of the greatest Connectional and Bishops’ Councils in Atlanta, Ga. February 15-16, was ever held to my notion in the A. M. E. Church with the bench of Bishops all Present and very much concerned about the affairs of the A. M. E. Church, Bishop Flipper, the Senior Bishop, preached the Annual Sermon. The Lord was with him. He preached with power. May he live long. The Con- nectional Council made some fine Leg- islation and adopted many fine plans to be presented to the General Confer- ence in Detroit, Mich, May, 1940. The Pension Plan is one of the fine Pieces of work carried into effect to be offered at the General Conference We hope every delegate will help put it over in the defense of our aged minis- ters, widows, and orphans. The Dr. L. Witherspoon Pension Plan is the plan. Take it and study it. You will find that it is the plan, and he is the man. We must Legislate at this General Conference for the best inter- est of our Zion, and shape the policy of the church so that the departments of the church will be under the direct Supervision of the same, and not take anything for granted; let us safeguard the church. In regard to the Sunday School Union, the Connectional Council went on record to stand with the church; so mote it be. I am hoping that we will hav men on the Compila- tion of the Discipline, at the General Conference in May 1940 who will not change or let be changed, the rights of the church in no other way than the General Conference Body orders Delegates, let us be sober minded and do the work of the church the three weeks we will spend in Detroit. Our church paper, the Southern Recorder, and the Western Recorder, should be merged and known as the South West- ern Recorder. The A. M. E. Review needs a re-making over. Give Dr. Geo. A. Singleton another chance and let him edit the Christian Recorder another quadrennium wih some helpful advice by the bench of Bishops. Give Mrs Birdie L. DeLiles, the Voice of Mis- sions. She will make it Self Supporti Dr. A. S. Jackson, Financial Sec tary, Dr. L. L. Berry, Mother Hughes and H. E. Walden are in the field for the Secretary of Miss‘ons. Drs L. H. Hemmingway and P. W. Rod- gers are in the field for the Church Bishop E. J. Howard, the voice in Tennessee, er to give the last word to the regulars leading up to the General Conference. It was a God-sent blessing that this prelate a man of God, was assigned to Tennessee in a time like this when the church was sought to be destroyed. Inspite of criticism he has carried on, and the church sees a new day ahead in Tennessee. ; We are having a State banquet in connection with the State meeting to his honor; we all will make a special appeal to the General Conference for the return of Bishop E. is Howard. T church has elected many fine Bish- ops but there has been none in all Extension Society. Dr. G. E. Curry, the presiding Bishop of le hot elected Bishop, let him go back West Africa, Tennessee and Oklahoma to the Book Concern. Since'Dr. J. H. is calling the state of Tennessee togeth- Clayborn, many of the writers say, ORDER SONG BOOKS TODAY Let The People Praiss Him “Gospel Beacons” Just off the Press. “Gems of Love,” “Palms of Victo- ry.” “Notes of Gold.” “Gates of Praise,” “Jubilee Witness.” Single Copies 35c, 1 Doz. Copies $3.50. 100 Copies 430.00. Postage extra on dozen or more. Write: EDWARD C. DEAS T. J. Clement are in the field. Book Concern PAGE SEVEN “Elect him Bishop, Get him out of the way.” Drs. M. R. Dickson, F. D, Coleman and E. C. Hatcher are in the field for the Southern Christian Re- corder, for Secreary of Education, Give him a chance. Dr. S. S. Morris, Secretary of A. C. E. League if elected Bishop, Dr. Adams is in the field P. G. Kingings and A. P. Spears are looking for the place. The A. M. E. Church Reyiew: Drs. J. G. Robinson, A.M. E. Sunday School Union, Prof. E. A. Selby, and Dr. Abington, let them stay, they AoM. E: Drs. W. A. Dorsey, and Brookins are in the field. Recorder, Drs. J. H. Wilson, J. C. Brewer, W. H. Hall are in the field. Evangelist Leake, one of the greatest Evangelists in the A. M. E. Church has-but a few equals a Son of Thunder, let us join him in putting over the Evangelists Bureau at the General Con- ference (Leake) How many Bishops will be elected? Is another question. Te catrying on nobly. Western Some say three, Whatever number js elected to grace the Bench with the Chief Fathers should be some of. the best men, Cream of the Church, Men of Vision, Converted Concentrated men, that can feel his brothers’ care and can sympathize with the less for- tunate Brother; a lover of the church, one that has been all the way from the he the way of the humble preacher and lay- men; be it remembered that electing a man to office does not make him a good some say six men, mission up; who knows man. He must have the qualities of a good man before he is elected. If he is not a good man when you> elect him, you license that: man to do worse when you, give him more power. If he is a good man when he js elected, he will still be a good man. You can’t change the Leopard’s Spots. It should the matter of likes, it should not be beam the right man, to help direct the a of the A. M. E. in a time like this. I am pointing out Church some of the fine men of the A. M. E, Church high up on the ladder. Bishop Timber, elect from them: Drs. F. M. Reid, J: H. Clayborn, S. S. Mortis, G. W. Baber, J. W. Hair, Joseph Gomez, G. T. Stinson, D. W. Nichols, J. W. Hall, G. E. Curry, S. J. John- son, A. J. Allen, W. D. Miller, J. J Morant, W. M. E. Barnes, A. D Avery, W. H. Griffin, A. Wayman Ward, D. T. Babcock, J. L. Butler, J. B. Butler, F. R. C. Durden, G. .R Polk, H. M. Mickens, A. O. Wilson, |C. A. Gibbs, H. M.. Collins, T. J Miles A. W~. Jackson Prayerfully let us make a choice by the direction of the Almighty God. We will be on the Air Again! Does: Spirituar DEVOTION INSPIRE Fine materials, beautiful work and pleasingly low prices characterize our Choir and Pulpit Gowns State your needs, Catalog and samples on request. DeMoulin Bros. & Co. / MM South Fourth 8+. Greenville, Wlinois 5718 Wabash Ave. Chicago, m ===== DSC09013.JPG ===== PAGE EIGHT THE CHRISTIAN The Church t MRS. JOHN A. GREGG Treasurer W. M. M. Society Kansas City, Kansas ASSOCIATE EDITOR s MRS. BERTIE Tulsa Okla. Delegate, General Conference DeLYLES SHOULD CHILDREN BE PER- MITTED TO JOIN THE CHURCH? By Josephine Ne Washington mother? They*might have objected on the ground that the children did not realize what they were doing; that the girl went forward because it was her grandfather who extended the invita- tion, and the boy merely: followed her lead, as children often do. z They did neither. They believed in the sincerity of the children. That was sufficient, for théy remembered that our Saviour had said: tle children to-come unto me, and for- bid them not.” On another occasion three little girls sat with their mother in church. The pastor and the visiting preacher plead for the congregation to make open acknowledgment of God’s love and pow- er. The little ones whispered to their mother. She seemed reluctant; but at last yielded, and went with them. They sat in the front pew where al- ready were a few others. One of the officers, a kindly old gen- tleman who seemed to understand, came and spoke gently to the mother and then to the children. After a while they went back happily to their seats, walking close to their mother, their little faces shining with joy. What had the old gentleman said? Certainly he had not repulsed them. Another young person had reached with the ardor of his age, loving the true and the beautiful, when the invita- tion came to accept: the One All—True and all Beautiful Being, he was quick to respond. But his mother objected to his joining the church. “Some day,” of course, she wished him to take this step—bothy she and his father were church members—but he was now too young; he did not understand what it was all about. of The boy withdrew into himself, talked more about joining the church; after a while staid away unless. pressed to attend. His mother interpreted this to mean that her view of the matter had been correct. “He was too young; he had not understood himself.” Soon afterward I moved away and saw no more of the family. A few years later I heard that the boy—now grown to manhood—showed no interest in becoming a member of the church. Do you think this mother was right?’ When children wish to join the church should they be permitted to do so, or should they be discouraged and held hack? Unless parents or guardians have considered the question and formed some opinion, naturally they. will hesi- tate as to what they should do, or per- no The fittle girl rose gravely from her seat between her parents in the church ! pew. The boy on the other side of the mother also stood. Together they walked down the aisle to the altar. The minister fad just ex- tended a general invitation to the young people present to come forward and show a willingness to give themselves to Christ. This was the response from the pastor’s own family, What did the parents of the little girl do? How, too, did they meet, their responsibility for the little boy, the orphaned brother of the little girl’s haps impulsively refuse permission. The average parent is likely to think } of church membership, somewhat cas- | ually, in terms of his adult experience and observation. When the child makes the unexpected announcement that he is a Christian and wants to be in the church like other Christians the mother or father, who has to this point given no thought to such a question with reference to the youngster, may be puzzled, perhaps even dumbfounded. | What of church meetings and other requirements to which members are supposed to conform? Would my little “Suffer the lit- jthe stage of early adolescence, aflame | RECORDER ways to the seriousness that so many of the elders would desire eyen from them? What debatable questions and non-essentials of belief will be forced upon their childish attention? : This subject of children’s joining the church is, therefore, one to be consid- ered carefully prior to the period when the child may make his petition, © Indeed, just as thoughtful parents be- gin early to plan for the education of their child, so they consider what should be his future relation to the church. Religious education cannot be fittingly omitted from the meaning of education, which is too often made to include literary features only. : Yet, religious education does not necessarily include, in the carly years, the duty of joining a church, We refer to those occasions when the young child, of his own volition, makes the request. Is the child to be refused when he ,wishes openly to profess his love for God? * We-_answer, No. It is necessary, however, that _ wisdom be exercised. This statement pertains to pastor and people, as well as to parents. Emphatically, the child is not to be dealt with as an adult; but in accord- ance with child-nature. Under the tutelage of intelligent Christian parents he has been so taught and trained that he may not be able “to tell the day and the hour” that he began to know and to love God. He feels that he has al- ways loved God. If, with his increased development and gradual growth in knowledge, he claims that he is a Chris- tian and wants to join the church, like others, who should gainsay him? His conversion—if so it may be termed, has been a sweet and orderly procedure, unaccompanied by pain and remorse, fear of the devil and hell-fire. Such a child’s religion embraces simple faith | and love. What more is needed? SOME OBSERVATIONS As we approach the forthcoming ses- sion of the General Conference of the A. M. E. Church, we should give to that body our best thinking on all the problems which the delegates will be called upon to solve. Our missionary program should stand out pre-eminently in_the mind of every person who will GAMMON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Announces a series of lectures on Women’s Work in the Church given by Mrs. Dan B. Brummitt of Evanston, Illinois ~ in the Seminary Chapel, Thirkield Hall March 12-15, 1940 .. Each Day at 10:00 A, M. .. WILLIS J. KING, ot ||minded and does not carry out EEE EERE EEE EEE EERE EEE PEEP EE EEE EERE EE EERE EERE EEE EEE PEELE EEE — THE WOMEN’S PAG ae So ce ones be expected to change their ‘merry if Race ‘The MRS. S. L. GREENE Little Rock, Arkansas ———— ee MRS. W. D. MILLER Oklahoma City, Okla. Wife of Avery Chapel’s Pastor have the right of suffrage in that augus' body. Having visited practically «| of our mission fields except South Atr ca, I want to share some of my con: clusions with those interested in th upbuilding of Christ’s kingdom here 0! earth. No doubt, the 1940 General Con ference will follow along the lines of t! previous General Conference for the past decade or two. The dominan thought has been and is now: how man) Bishops shall we elect and who will be the successful candidates? Our Church papers are filled with pictures and glow- ing accounts of the achievements °' these men which include church buil: ing programs and successful pastor@'” in our various communities. In only # few instances is any reference made to the type of missionary work having been performed or the attitude of the candidates toward that very importa! part of our Church program and the only part which gives us the right to live and move and have our beine What is a Church for and what rich! has it to exist if it is not tiiasion2" the Master when he said, the world and preach ae 1 ‘ies See centage of our minis- reach in large cities to ions and may feel they f the Bishop should yinto a smal! community for preaching the gospel nd simplicity is imperative good Bishop refer to a here is a hue and cry of . This ought not to be. coming General Conference rate with very great care tion of the men who are to est office in the gift of the andid opinion that we should ission fields supervisors are on fir’ with the exten- od’s kingdom and who will to go into those fields and ell as if they were appointed t desirable district in Ameri- Africa have a resi- op who will give all of his e development of that work. e thoroughly understood that appointed to that field will, © circumstance, be appointed home conference no matter who! luring the quadrennium, West a cannot be developed by remote rol. The variotis Protestant Church- erating in that locality send their ervisors and missionaries out to stay field and do the job. There is rttinity to -buitd for African dism in West Africa, the finest it it has yet erected anywhere h It foolish for us to that we cannot live in West Tn fact, it is ignorant for us € any such statement. must is am saying for West Africa saying for the West Indies He America. It is my opinion, om personal observation, that ‘can never be developed as it ye without a resident bishop who all of his time to that work. ee, in the West Indies as well as Africa, untouched. fields that ome within the sphere and in- of the African Methodist Epis- ch. jis another mistake we have the past which Thope we will nd that is making it obligatory two men last elected to go “African and South Africa as Bishops. Men should be id the first man elected might not that of individual men. sions, _ CHRISTINE S, SMITH ef Detroit, Michigan these fields for their fitness t person to supervise in one eas. Let us get down to busi- some thinking. The General of 1940 should take a very step in formulating a program ill have for its objective the of Christ’s kingdom here on next article I plan to deal with THE REV. W. D. MILLER 1940 he Mircale Man of the Connection As Seen by “Men and Things” By Rev. J. S. Benn, Jr? Of Tuscumbia, Ala —South Carolina Behold I thought, but now I know. Seeing is one thing and knowing is another. ; Perhaps the most conyincing obser- yation it has been mine to exprerience was, a few days ago when I visited the state of Arkansas and was the guest in Dr. Clayborn’s palatial home, office and his well-mannered family. Yes, I mean‘all that the above term implies. He of the most beautifully situated and modern homes to be found anywhere, and his cultural family adds grace and dignity to the church and has one race. Yes, I visited the Southern Christian Recorder Office. and therefore, know for a positive fact, the half has never been told me. I mean relative to the Southern Christian Recorder’s situation, location and operation. It well equipped with modern machinery. and all of is manned by skilled workmen, pared staff to facilitate the plant. All before this time I\wvas simply in posi- tion to. tell you what. I thought and what Dr. Clayborn reported at the last General Conference, but now for a fact that it represents one of the + biggest achievements for the church since the days Allen walked out of Old St. George Church. It’s All Ours Yes, I heard. him report flattering ficures in 1936 at New York concerning his accomplishments,- almost unbeliey- able; and since that time, T am frank ss, I’ve been curious to come ngs for myself, to conf and see some of the ‘thir he reported. In as much as I have both heard, seen and examined the facts whom show ear-marks of a well pre- | sents the biggest gift ever made to the church by a single individual. the prominent that state and the City of Little Rock; > THE REV. V. M. TOWNSEND Avery Chapel THE REV. WAYMAN A. JENNINGS Little Rock, Arkansas Oklahoma City, Okla | Vernon Chapel President Connectional Council | Tulsa, Oklahoma ron J General Gonference Delegate DR. J. H. CLAYBORN FOR BISHOP | Recorder plant is ours, and it repre-]I usually speak my conviction and leave the results to the consequences; there- I saw]fore, if achievements nd accomplish- and talked with ministers records, many |ments count, if making something out id if business and of laymen of nothing counts, if ability, + and ig rugged hard- work count some of whom may have been Dr. | hustling ability counts, if admin ation Clayborn’s enémies ; but they all praised | and*accountability count, if advocating him in the highest terms saying: “He |the fundamentals of Afr 1 Methodism has given the church a great gift’ fcount, then Dr. J. H. Clayborn is most Besides, J found the people of his} worthy of a seat on the bench with state both white and colored alike have|the Bishop in 1940 at Detroit, Mich the highest respect for him and his|His elevation. will bless the Church family and said, “He is one of the most | He is treas Sh ¢ and worthy sons in the connection for|reccived the unanimous sement of Episcopal honors in the A.’ M. E, |his state for the Bishop: n 1940 Church.” He is a prince in his home, ee see eee ARKANSAS THROUGH THE LEAD- ERSHIP OF DR. CLAYBORN, city and state; and a ‘friend and big brother to all men. He and his queenly Rifeinale you welcome. HONORED BISHOP AND The J. H. Clayborn & Sons Newspaper _ MRS. GREGG Syndicate (Continued from page 1) Dey Cla vhord eal oon eeeTeaIHe AGL ene ei yr coneecny® beprusry 21st: Drs. Andrews and Roundtree, Co-hosts. All the Presiding Elders were present but 3. The Church, St. John beautifully and artistically decorated. H. Clayborn and Son’s Newspaper Syndicate Company, which owners of the J was they publish on th Southern Christian Recorder's aside from getting out the Southern Christian Recorder, a setup, . 2 It was the greatest affair Arkansas ever gave a Bishop. Arkansas was led by its leader, Dr. J. H. Clayborn, our only candidate for Bishop 1940 The following Presiding Elders were ae RY there and actively participated: Drs. nizations separate and distinct rigors SSE Koles VSM Towasende 5B Pot Parry, sd. Wii Stinson). Ji W. Nelson; ne |H. Andrews, E. J. Lunon, G. B. Ash- ford, O. Sherman, L. S. Overalls, A |Harris, J. H. Redd, Wm. Wingfield, |J. M. Turner, and J. R. White. All of the outstanding pastors were there. number of secular weeklies—News- papers. They own and operate the Wonder State Publishing Orga zation founded by his sons. These are orga- Southern Christian Recorder which plant belongs to the A. M. E Church as gift of Dr. Cla Sons. He has lost two brilliant sons since the 1936 General Conference but born has two more on whom he banks to carry on the -business ir erigcrman bork weresthere tin linen numbers, led on by Dr, I, A. Clark, President. The Missionary women were all there singing the praises of Bishop and Dr. J. H. Clayborn, our state leader. The Bishop—Bishop VJ. A. Gregg, declared himself out-right for A. M. E. Book Concern and|our only candidate for Bishop 1940, received almost two hundred Dr. J, H. Clayborn. The Bishop said, which is an indication of the fact that |“I regard Dr. Clayborn as a real leader {T ata known friends |and I am for him.” throughout the These S. M. BALLARD Dr. Clayborn is Worthy of Elevation I've traveled rather extensively and think I know the A, M. E having not missed but one General Con- ference since (1916) Philadelphia In 1936 I stood for election as manager Church, in of the yotes, and have some connection. for myself, I am prepared now to tell the world, that the Southern Christian friends multiplied by others know that Little Rock, Ark, ===== DSC09014.JPG ===== SDAY, ; MARCH z, wm i ____ CLEBURNE, TEXAs BDAY, HAREH's 100 The Second Quarterly Tone alters Chapel A. February 9-12, Rey. if in Northern Indiana. Only one tree |FREE TEXTBOOK BILL SIGNE on the property of a neighbor, Peter BY JOHNSON Johler, had survived the hard freeze X — See of that year and it produced a large | JACKSON, Miss.,—(A P'‘—Governor crop of peaches. Paul Johnson today signed the free News At A Glance THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGES ELEVEN . REMOTE GS se ae Se a JASPER, Ala.—(HNS)—The State M. 5 Johler gave Dr. Ogie seeds from the textbook: bill—minus the controversial Presiding Elder Mineral W, » Bolg TRANSITIONS Keladtae Goaicis of Alabama recently broke its old south- | tree and the professor raised 480 little | “Jim Crow” amendment which would|Rey. V. T, Herror Alls Dist a | February 15, 1940 ern tradition by appointing a Negro,|trees. These he budded into his*own|have given separate texts to white and » Pastor, k Friday night with Loy, day was high day, S Perry B. Swoopes for the first time|trees and three years later was re- © Beast IN MEMORIAM OF REV. H. W. Negro pupils—as the house ways and TO THE BISHOPS, GENERAL OFFICERS AND COLD-RESISTANT PEACH PRo- Kas bendered @ wonder known to many to serve on its federal warded by two remarkably hardy crops | means committee gave definite indica~]A, M. was well oni Sthog ee ite Ps, 87 +, ee sh RaW ete ae Fie a ONAL COUNCIL. jury. ! |—one a yellow-meated freestone and | tion the sales tax would not be repealed leadership of Pr ae Under thers I was born in the Se } e aie Cail tee es eer aac He js a product of Tuskegee Institute |the other white-meated. by this session. i Saye Bean tally peter. JL. Sweat eh and have lived in it all my| In loving memory of our dear father |} THIS ciTy! rq « . S F r Rs SSN. Stinday ar is lif februa pre man in Muscle Shoals, Sete ees Ogle ase! his| The textbook bill, bitterly contested ing 11:30 A. M. Presiding no Fok ee cs angus nee departed this life on February 22, GREETINGS !—Here we are_e is Fils y : samples to the Stark Nurse: isi- i i ext- | j i a : Ascher aa ae EAC pcs i tee ie The’ tas . ee ie hee bers oe ES wee ing brought tous a Wonderfyj Meee vadty- citi yest in-out min. ‘ from the four corners of the earth—in the eka Bee , a y : rst eight grades | —A Walk With God—Gey fi 4 Lote ait yore ae Fathers of the church—“ Coa Lloyd C. Statice Missouri, |i Gubee bene pchoole inc eee fag theraton 335 5 which began at Knoxville, Tenn.,| More atid more each day we miss him, . church—“HELPING THE CHURCH MAKE UP ITS analyzed and experimented with Ogle’s|the same educational standards. Mis- M. the the superintendency of the late| Friends may think the wound is healed; |] MIND”—to do certain things at the General Confererice in Detroit product: 3 ful 5 jop J. H. Jones. During this period] But’ they little know the sorrow next May, sissippi is the last state to furnish | After which the Popula DUCED ‘ eh) . Tity Conte quarter of a century I have scen| Lies within our hearts concealed, 4 t | eS ee of South Caro- psa ae SI Saunders g ice all the way up from a mission] Sadly missed by the children. ane: here in Atlanta is truly a ‘Ministry of Propaganda.’ At this ‘ | : ———— in eee ‘ e é : reater Mt. Zion Baptist ee 3 ; Point and in this place, we dare to venture n the Holy Task of Seni D » Rey, W. ointment on a piece of paper in- ? BnecLOy: Task: of Senti Species a From Single Tree SPEED SONGS : Anderson, of St. Paul eu y Reeenveiets wih to saa ment Making—of launching a ‘Thinking Campaign’ that we pray will & That Survived Freeze pel, a cet ie Bs: Lek: Billingsly, Shiloh Ba s si MeHCrctes tomy ‘present Shares: culminate into Laws and Action—for the good of the Church—in the i PORTALES, N. M. (UB)—The Hymns Recomm. ended For Fast ; V. T. Herron, Salters Chapel 4 i profoundly grateful to God for DEATH days just ahead. | 4 LES, : - Drivers TELEVISION RELAY DEVELOPED E. Church. Amount of $35.45 ay he has brought me and to the world has @ new peach tree and Dr. es BY RCA raised. A presentation of . Went ote Zio aid io2 cohat Pan Gas Whereas, taking a retrospective view of Methodism from the Alders- Andrew Fletcher Ogle, New Mexico MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. AP i id black aie 2 3 > hc Ait coagt s es x of gate Experience of John Wesley, down to and through the Camp Meet- 5 z rie p , silk robe by Sister £ d experience has tatight me. I} The wife of Rev. E. D. Fedd died : i Rapohers botanist, the surprise of his life—a sur-!—The motorists with ‘any regard for! NEW YORK—(UP) — Radio Cor-|on behalf of the choir and subscribed to all the programs| February 18th; departed this life leay-|] 18» conversion and inspiration of our Patron Saint—Bishop Richard 4 Prise that was 15 years in materializ-|his future abode’ should sing hymns as|poration of America has developed a|of Salters Chapel was may y church and am not ashamed of| ing three children: Curtis, Carr, Hassie || Allen—we find that our great church—like kindred Protestant Eccle- ing. _ [the speedometer climbs upward, Rey. |system of relay transmission which can | popular pastor, the Rey. V. 7 Work for the annals of the church| Davis, Essie Fedd, husband, Rev. E, D. CAME MEETS rity ern out of the Flames of max OLD HON Dr. Ogles, who is a Professor in A L. C. Miller said in a safety sermon |extend the range of television from|who thro’ the very fine coo, a at the Mennonite Church. 50 to 1000 miles, it was announced to-| his loyal members raised $22 Mexico Junior College, related the} - His selections at the different speeds : | day. The Church was beautiful! story of the new giant snowball peach} “At 25 miles per hour, ‘I’m but aj David Sarnoff, president of RCA, said | for the Occasion, with a crc which he has been developing since Stranger Here, Heaven Is My Home’;7the new development was the ‘missing | representative of all churcho. 1913. at 45 miles, ‘Nearer, My God, to Thee’; |link in television” and Predicted that it|city. Visitors present were : The professor had ‘been experiment-| at 55 miles, ‘I’m Nearing the Port and might lead to coast-to-coast television. Houston; Gospel Singer; Mi, ing in the development of new colors} Will Soon Be at Home’: CAMP MEETING REVIVAL, and that its consistent growth from an humble beginning, down through the years and up to its present magnificent statue, haye been accomplished through the continued in- fusion of Holy Evangelism. Udisclose that I have brought back Fedd. Four grandchildren to mourn my respective Bishops each assign-| their loss. Gone but not forgotten. At in far better condition than I] The Goldén Gatés were opened a géntle id them all of which is to be ex-|VOice said come and farewell unspoken sted. I have attended every General] he has sweetly called her home. erence and other important assem- af ®s of our Zion during this period. IN MEMORIAM i teacher education at Eastern New WHEREAS-Be it resolved, that we petition through this resolu- tion, the forthcoming General Conference—To Appoint, Establish and Organize, A FOUR YEAR COMMISSION ON EVANGELISM. Be ‘ % } at 65 miles, | broadcasts. _ |and the Reyerends Harris a; mad the privilege of casting a vote m it further resolved that this commission shall consist of ALL OF THE E and forms of tulips, dahlias and apple|‘When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder Me : of Ft. Worth, Texas, the Big Five on that eventful oc-| In sad but loving memory of my dear | BISHOPS OF THE CHURCH AND ONE OUTSTANDING MINIS- tress for many years. He began the Til Be There’; at 75 miles, ‘Lord, I’m - Sunday night pastor Herron sion when aspirants, tears in their mother, Mrs’ Mary Ella Allen who | TERIAL—EVANGELIST AND ONE OUTSTANDING LAY-MEM. ; $ peach experiments in 1913 at his home| Coming Home?” : a 2 ‘|tlte closing message, Subject: “A Coo €s were being weighed in the bal-| passed away March 5, 1939, BER FROM EACH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT. The same to be Ap- { HOME OF KIPLING TO BE Soldier.”"—II Tim. 3:2. Busine nees. Along with others I was elected |] pointed by the Bishops from the district where they hold membership MEMORIAL sion Monday night 7:30 P.M uetate to the General Conference of) “One sad ard lonely year has passed, || pps. adnoiitiment to be mode acd announced at the General Conference but finally served as an alternate—} Dear mother; since you went away : the Presiding Elder in chare BURWASH, Eng. (UP—Batemaps,|F: H. Washington, Secret the levely 16th century home of Rudyard | George Gates, Marshal: Kipling, with the death of Mrs. Kip- | Sisters E. E. Burnett, Sout! ( ling, may become a national memorial. | tian Recorder; Hazel Pollav: i Mrs. Kipling always wished that their |E. Review; F, J., Secular Pres home should become a national me- | Sister V. T. Herron, Christ morial. She preserved and cared for|der. After Disciplinary Ques as soon as the Bishops have been assigned to their respective districts 2 : | strange as it seems. Bue some day we will meet in Heaven BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED-that this Commission shall be eel ts | Certainly the Cause is God's, it shall] And we together there for Aye.” | BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER AND | SAVE MONEY! WE MANUFACTURE A COMPLETE LINE OF | CHOIR GOWNS PULPIT GOWNS meet by the Senior Bishop in the June Council following the adjourn- byail and the full triumphant will Sadly Daughter ment of the General Conference and that plans of operations and support imately be ushered in. In spite of ROSA WORLEY will be worked out’ at that meeting after organization faults, failures and slightings I Greensboro, N. C. Mr. Chairman—I move the adoption of this resolution— my church and shall forever keep EVANGELIST—NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE JELTZ it. But it does not require a Special- Mo discover that the church of to-| Justices of the Supreme Court of the DEAR FRIENDS:—THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTIONS PASSED | l eS CHOIR HATS it to the last for that purpose. : ee Elder aM is not quite what it was when| nation. THE COUNCIL HERE IN ATLANTA, AND THE FOLLOWING VESTMENTS Little was known of Mrs. Kipling, |Ports and read as follows Ss organized it two thousand years] Now docs that mean anything? SPECIAL COMMITTEE TO TAKE IT TO THE GENERAL CHURCH for she was of a shy, retiring nature) Trustees .................... ; 6. So quite naturally my cycle of ap-| Aside from prosecuting the work of CONFERENCE WAS APPOINTED:—DRS. E. J, ODOM, Chair- HANGINGS and” ‘disliked Publicity of any kind. SORE Talaeeee ie i 5 ciation runs backward ic the days|the diocese the moral, spiritual, educa- man; N. H, JELTZ, Secretary; and MARTHA J. KEYS, WILLARD EMBROIDERIES They were married when Kipling was a ae ‘those venerable chief superinten-| tional and economic security of the LEAKE, T. L. SCOTT, J) G. ROBINSON, and MISS PEARSON, YARD 28 and lived in a little bungalow in ey. mts, Allen, Turner, Payne and others] pastor, his wife, children and their of Alabama. America where he finished “Many In- A. Cc. E. League Gaereess - Bs, thein Ribs peal: The ser-| homes will be entrusted to some Bishop TRIMMINGS ventions” and began “The Jungle Book.” Senior Choir i int is worthy of his hite. as long as he lives. _ STOLES In these early days, she was his |JUnior Mission During their tenue of office these} Then shall we unwisely elect men to — = ae ACADEMIC secretary, banker, business agent and aictistee Aid). city.... inted Apostles drew their sustenance | be the life time custodian over these : ; dict eaHipearat toe ieachi eee ain GCP fle Gator coe nb liesana CAPS farm superintendent and even his sen- | Usher Board hes - the church and when the transi-| our inalienable rights. Unit FRY eifupie sv ed ‘all of the pastors |that the rabble and the cheap politi GOWNS AND try against those who would invade The aout of ee m came they bequeathed practically | these seat Hts been cba Fe aiteestors withic our prescribed | cians with their incomparable political HOODS his much loved privacy. during this quarter. ao ing of material consequence to the|the CHURCH exists for the people | are cas Eee ety Hated cade u Gest SER ET Neier *. |Bolding assured us his supp th irch—but what is more potential,}and not the people for the pastor, pre- ee Pca lmmceol brenieschandwimdustnyl: (oo let teteood meat the saltok the Ask ta sec the > . |complimented Ahe remodeling - by their sterling worth and char- | siding clder, the bishop or general Gales nie a SiC Se Lise nese Gl AHH comttuCR Cn RL TRG Church cefan ae . cf i Church, our progress and the eS Beles eSburnt in” sanétity “and er. There are some brilliant ao ret seri sonats is best served-by men|these allegations by conduct at th BLUE AND THE FINE ART OF DOING A_ | tive spirit existing, we ac dly reverence with which they es-|tions in our own paca mcasur ee ae aN possess not only scholarship, but |ensuing conference becoming ambassa MAROON CAPS 7 LITTLE MORE THAN YOU ARE |52Y there is a spiritua 2 ed their places as Bishops in the both church and i nee ROS ean’ wit arenageectatoned au [MoRior Griz AND GOWNS PAID TO DO = among the : membership a lurch—created a throbbing—moralfenjoy office long. wi ~ e Bel ciclieved a d experience. Rare-| Not so long ago I heard it said, that s Chapel. _ Pastor Ben “y 1, for id spiritual impact the life blood and} Some of Oe apenas si bee + ay ly have the fathers entrusted a metro-| the more notorious a mitiister becomes £ That's sige think GE it 20 betig oe to ea ae us of African Methodism today peaninely aia aa SNe aie Charde to young men of whom the more popularity he heaps unto him | Th Fine Art of Doin; Littl More Helping to oe ae Bp: HERRON: & ‘tomorrow. Men they were—but EN ta Rohoas as soon as|could write—characteristic abbrevia- self. If there be any truth here, we ° ° , ee You A is id ee . TERS, VT Nboding so much of God, they scaled Ja complete: metame ae oe tion after their names. So in these un- | will not have to wait long to see just Bi | National Academic Cap and’ Gown ty Bee ok ee Ne ip ures 4 : Alpine heights of consecration, |they are invested vies ea certain times it would be disastrous to} what influence the viciousness of the # ; : really fine art it is! And how few js A i Ill Duce and Stalin are not to | amateur with. episco= | hz ; riety vave in the en : Co: ead it! ei DISTINCT QUALITY crifice and serve to establish and] Hitler, icated’ just because they |clothe a novice or amateur with episco-| halo of notoriety as I : ee ; é ' Practices : on le African Methodism on an even|be excommunicated jus aus ) 1 authority suing elections. The church shoul 4 And how much better off most of |f of dignity is a part of our °°" : : ae cl for all time to come. are dictators. It is alleged that et Our preserit bench of Bishops satur-Jat the General srt a oe ed and imbued with the spirit of these} church adorn the robe of sie i minent fathers have not been a dis-]For the rest of the nee " ois Pointment to our church. can deny we have simon pure dic turn thumbs down on any aspirant that Company 821-23 Arch Street avetrnts PENNSYLVANIA Send for New Catalogs. We carry a complete. line of ,Crosses, _ Commanion Services, Altar Appointments, Electric Bulletin Literary attainments and a glamo- * . BER rag Mae * who us would be if we did practice it. I stant aim in “serving those not has been brought up on a diet of cheap ffici- | know of no surer rule for businegs suc- |] come to us. Courtesy on a a cess, and no truer Compass for the seas ency, coupled with service, 2: of friendship. Do. a little more than |’ the standards by which we rous political status may or may prove helpful, but nothing qualifies like | Po The result of our tragic| tainly everyyman has the right in our church to offer himself for any posi- politics and mere materialism Cer- experience. f ¥ erie z 3 , ‘ ‘ he |experiment of recent years in t : garg aye Sere Boards, Hymn Boards, Furniture, Electric Fixtures, ete, is expected! It's a key, that will make Sa bp geal KETT tis expedient that the morale of the |ship—to wit, note the eed tee has left an all time blot on} tion within the province of es ah Manufacturers of Clerical Clothing and Clerical Vest. - « almost any door spring open. Try it _ WALTER C. BEC a a nch be. strengthened from time to|hydra-headed ange iat De etrect sur escutcheon and a bad taste in our] But is being a cpa ey rae ovietical ing . y ¥ i F ent 4 48 sal to \< Pl ss ri amily score, pastoring a Church Flags and Usher Badges, and Arm,Bands. FY }on the boss. Try i pes a friend. u 216 W. Coulter St. 8 me, but let Us proceed cautiously. It) the SOE es aaa magieed by | mouths. It is. conimonly alleged and TAS s ee neat 2 15) Oe tell you there’s magic in it—Homer Phone: GER. 058 common knowledge that the bishop-|the merger is et cetera + does | published that little of GOD found it- (Continue Pag eee % Neither does ee 4 = in many-aspects is on par with the |the General Conference. Neither does i Sauer zy ===== DSC09015.JPG ===== PAGE TWELVE ™ AN OPEN LETTER TO THE A. M. E. CHURCH © Notices ‘& (Continued from page 1) Protestant ministers have never tried—, the tidings remain just within the reaches of those who know that it exists and seek it. I had the pleasure of taking part in the service, or in other words the congregational recep- tion of His Lordship the Rt. Rev. Dr, R. C. Ransom, on the night of 4th GENERAL CONFERENCE BULLE. Tm im view of the fact that we are bulld- ing a visual exhibit of the African Methodist Episcopal Charch, we carm- estly request that yeu as pacter cond a pleture of your church (postal card THE CHRISTIAN RECO RDER as their personal Sayiour without a middle man between them and their. Creator. It has been manifested, and Iam sure that the Bishops and Elders of the A. M. E. Church the world over will smile as Dr. Jarvis does on divers occasions when he sees a native child, whether man or woman coming into the church and looking for a hymn book instead of bringing a string of beads. Allthis has been accomplished | from July 11, 1939 to date through the effort of one man. The physical body 10—Delaware ford, Del., Rey, J. w __ Pastor, Bishop David He _ 7—New Jersey Confe, Trenton, New Jersey, yy zi Rey. A. C. Clark, Pastor Bias David Henry Sims, my 1—Thirty-First Gener, ence—Ebenezer Afri. Church, 4225 Bru April Mty Si ren, May ar Clg an M. H. Hall, presiding elder istrict, E. C. Foreman, _ Alexandria and P. W. esiding elder Lake Charles Alternates—Revys. Wm. tor Oakdale, J. W. Recorda, | i naldsonville and E. W. Tur-|t eth. t ij Sermons t -L. Mabry, Educational | \ The teachers at Santiago have a co- operative system in which they share— There ought to be some financial recog- nition, but no obligation—Here in Ha- bana the ree at te ce ee THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER A. M. E. MUSIC HYMNALS Brand new A.M.E. Music Hymnals, Bound in semi Morocco with Head Bands (Continued from page 1) school fee while small furn- HABANA, CUBA LS ae size), and also a pleture ef yourself. We also urge Presiding Elders to send their picture. It is cur desire te have om display, the pictures of ene thous and or more A. M. E. Churches and their pastors and Presiding Eldere. GEORGE W. BABER who addressed him in English on be- half of the English Colony resident in Cuba. Eight days later, Dr. Jigs We Jarvis arrived. His Lordship turned over things to him, not only to carry on an Episcopal work; but to spread the tidings round to a people whose in- herent qualities are based upon the Roman Catholic Doctrine and teach- July 1939. In fact * was the only one has undergone more than you can im- magine; therefore, it must be a super- natural spiritual force stimulating him, The tidings are to be spread in Cuba Tt has been called upon to do so by a voice. His Rt. Rev. Dr.. R. GC. Ransom is the Samuel in this case. Bishops, El- by the A. M..E. Church, Lordship the Dr. Jarvis is the Daniel. sh, Detrgs Mich. Senior Bishop J. So per, Bishop J. A. Gregg, j The Rev. R. S. Jenkins 5" George W. Baber, Pastor ' 29—Philadelphia Conference_p, Madelphia, Penna, Zion ALY Church, Rey. J. L. Mims, Pay Bishop David Henry Sims, 7 June 12—New York Conference_ . E. Fields, Missionary Ser- ermons preached by visitors— Clayborn, N. H. Jeltz, J. J. W. Howard, W. D. F. J. Jones and G. T. Stin- of the Noted Visitors .M. Townsend, president of tional Council, Ark.; J. H. ders, Stewards, officers in general of , Editor Southern Christian Flushing, N. Y., Rey. J. Dal ings, : Dr. Jarvis from that time has had and is still having a hard time in form- ing or organizing the A. M. E. Church in Cuba. Not from opposition, but for AN APPEAL ALLEN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH Monroe, Louisiana The arduous the A. M. E. Church, may I empha- size to you that you have a part to play in this programme also? Cuba is a large field. It must be developed. - ‘ins, Pastor, Bishop David Heng] Sims. ; 19—New England Conferencs Providence, R. I. Allen A My Ark.; R. S. Jenkins, Chief |; of General Conference, Dal- $s; L. M. Hughes, Head of the R. A. Scott, President of} ¢ ell College, Jackson, Miss.; I. be strengthened and will grow, ional W. H. & F. M. Society, gamating with other sections ‘for politi- 716-18 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, Pa Cuba must not be mutilated by amal- al purposes, her surest course is the shes a semi-satisfactory return so that and Beautifully stamp, | in he Principal helps take care of her Gold are offered at these Wo assistant teachers and they make Prices. he best’ of it. This school is attracting Wide attention, and is destined to be s quite a school in the near future and Single aed 2y <r onward. The whole program here is becoming more and more Popular, so Half Doz. rae $ 6.50 that from ~ this district, less factors, over which we have no control should One Doz. — $12.00 intervene, I am prepared to say, “the baby has grown,” it is ready for nutri- Mail Your Orders Toda: ; ment, will we supply it? It can offer We P; P. ”: : no financial return for it has not reached 4 eee | the productive stage, but, if we will ; upply some lubricant gradually it will 2 A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN Fj a + 5 Prayer for Help This is to certify that the above named church located in - Monroe, the lack of cooperation. task which he has before him, is too much for one man. How could he pos- sibly do so much without ~ the help . f t i -livi = Louisiana has struggled for a long time20, 200 her active God-living -worker under a heavy debt. — After several years of hard struggle to help ourselves with a small member- ship, finding it a hard struggle, rather than loose our church we thought to appeal to the various departments, and friends of the A. M. E. Church to help us, by sending your contribution to us by mail, and have your name listed on the Book of redemption, of Three- Thousand names. We feel that if we can get 3000 persons to subscribe with $1.00 each that we will be able to liqui- date our debt. Your contribution will be acknowledged in the church papers. Send all donations to Rev. E. D. Wil- son, pastor, 102 North 10th St., Monroe, Louisiana. We are pleased to acknowledge the receipts of the following amounts and persons who. paid: Bishop S. L. Greene $5.00, Dr. L. L. Berry $2.00, Rev. E. D. Wilson $2.00, Dr. G. T. Stinson $2.00. The follow- ing persons paid one dollar each: Dr. R. O, Pierce, Brother V. A. Ingram, Dr. C. G. Scrivens, Mrs. Bertha Alex- ander, Mrs. Ella Alexander, Mrs. Ophelia Burton, Mrs. M. E. Johnson, Rev. J. Sumerville, Mrs. Lena Lyles, Dr. A. Pullins, Ivory L. Jenkins, Mr. Surrounded by parasites of all kinds, | only an inspired man of God could undergo such a task with his hands still to the plough, with a smile on his face for every one, and -on his lips “FIRMES Y ADELANTE” Onward Christian soldiers. If ever a missioner needs your prayer and support it is Dr. Jarvis in his task spreading the tidings round. There are several other Organized Protestant denominations in, this coun- try, to wit, the Anglican Episcopal, The Wesleyan Methodist, the Baptist, and the Seventh Day Adventist, etc. But what have these organized churches done to spread the tidings round? Preaching the gospel to all people is not preaching it in your temples to Whosoever will may come, or: seek it as in the case of Americans and Brit- ish West Indians who are accustomed to it and seek it, Spreading the tidings round is to seek them who kad not the opportunity of knowing that their sins could be forgiven by other means than through confessing to a person (the priest) but that there is an Advocate with the Father Jesus Christ the Right- “There is work for you, and there is Church, The Rev. Alexanga work for me. Something for each of Shack, Pastor. Bishop D. dR us to do. Let us put on our armour Sims. and go to the field, toiling for the Mas- : 2 ter, and spread ‘the tidings round. = 5 fo) I am, Yours faithful in Christ H. A. CAINES San Nicolas No—1168 Havana, Cuba. * NINETY-FIRST ANNIVERSARY *. DONORS AND NEW SUBSCRIBERS Miss Florence Walker, Morris- tows ING We 42 eae eee lem The Rev. J. W. Jarvis, Habana, Cuba .. Dr. Gordon B. Hancock, Rich- mond, Va, . bi Sa eB ae Miss Jacqueline Williams, Phila- dtiphia, Penna:= 5... 6..2.. W. T. Gravitt, Normal, Ala..... EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT Closing Series of Annual Conferenw The Twentieth Session o tral Louisiana Conference Methodist Episcopal Church Bethel Church, Alexander, I 20-24, 1939. Bishop S. L. Greene, son of the Eighth Episcopal Dis: Jassigned to the district by fh Conference of 1932 held at Ohio. He has carried on ‘quadrenniums, taking care of ( College with Dr. R. A. Scot: dent. : Revs. W. H: Hall, P. W Presiding Elders of the ( along with the leading pasto Mrs. Maud Cabble, Staunton, Va. 1.00 fie opening Oe the conference Vvang. Major F. Ashford, Dix- ‘ VB Greene presented Rev. W. B OLSEN ei sits 5 cet a hee ea 1.00 fi 1 Miss Zatella R. Turner, Hous- ge agre’ annt: 7 ; i +50 Text St. Matthew 9:12, “The PORES Sous teas > ~"*"|whole need not a physician, but | Mrs. C. L. Bonner, Mineral thawarateicle?: WV elles Decay aes ten We tae 1.50 : John McClester, Harry Brown, Mary Love, Catherine Watkins, Ethel Bar- George Denard, nett, James Rawls, eous who is the forgiver of our sins. A call came from Cuba, but who called?—Who called? Was it altruis- A. H. Bouei, Eva Williams, Bro. J. A. |tic? His Lordship heard the call, he Newkirk, Mrs. Carrie Jones, Rev. Geo. Idid not stop to think or ask who called, | Jones, Bro. Sam Haynes, Bro. W. L. {for his thoughts were pure. He saw Haynes, Bro. Theo. Hill, Bro. J. L. A. |no necessity of going to the old priest Hill, Mrs. Virginia Hill, Mrs. Ofevia|Eli to be informed as to the caller, Sims. $50 cents, Bro. C. S. Gundy,| for the voice was so strong and clear, Mrs. Josie P.. Allen, Wm. Watts, M. | that he at once*recognized and answered H. Callin, Samuel Watts, Mrs. Willie]/“SPEAK LORD THY SERVANT Watts, Dr. L. H. Hemmingway. |HEARETH.” We have no biblical statement that Eli heard the voice; but he told Samuel to lay down again and if that he should again hear the The Mid-Winter Institute of the|voice what he should say. Samuel Young People’s Department Philadel-|heard it. He answered. Received a phia Conference Branch, Mite Mission-| message, Obeyed. His Lordship Rey. ary Society will be held on Friday,|Dr. Ransom, obeyed because he was , March 8, 1940 at Zion A, M. E. Church, | and is the designed of God to spread the 21st and Tasker Streets, Rev. J. L. |tidings in Cuba. Bringing before the Mims, pastor; Mrs. Alma F. Mason, | natives the knowledge of the possibility | Secretary-Treasurer. S of serving God and acknowledging him R. B. Boughton, Bro. Geo. Yow, Bro. Fs ‘i Bertha Thomas, Edgar Newton an James Hill of Jamaicay.N. Y, ‘ WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY WILBERFORCE, OHIO - Founded 1856 Degree Courses Offered in the Liberal Arts and Science—High School Teacher Training—Elementary Teacher 'Training—Commerce—Health and Phy- sical Education—Vocational Education— Home Economics—Agriculture—Music. SENIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAIN- ING UNIT — Accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools For Information, Write — 2 THE REGISTRAR ilberforce University ES _ Wilberforce, Ohio : Following Fields: A Dr. Willis is among the best ministers in the connection Communion was administered siding elders and pastors. Ed: Campaign for Campbell’ carrie the two districts was a success Organization The Revs. E. W, ~ Turne! Secretary J. W. Recorda, A Secretary and H. P. Hawkis ‘ tistician. The Bishop’s address E highly intellectual and spiritual reports showed that the presidin F ‘land pastors thad done a {ull a work. Dollar Money was 0°! |year. Dr. Frank Madison Reid dl great pastor, Fifth Episcopal Dis J an outstanding candidate for the ie opric brought greetings from Bisa Noah W. Williams. and the i The entertaining pastor render’ most excellent welcome progra™ ; W. D. Johnson, Jr. presiding < J the Sixth Epigcopal District 4 able response. - : Ordination Ree The sermon’ was preached >! th J. H. Smith, Texas. Rev. Ja™ 1 = d mi} Operation, strictly, through the Mis- sionary department but rather than have spasmodic Episcopal supervision, Miss.; N. H. Jeltz, it would be far better that the Bishop Washington, Presiding Elder, | of Florida, whoever he might be, to Rouge District, Louisiana; E. have missionary oversight.. We have hitfield, pastor Payne Memorial] given seyeral months of toil and care, rleans, La.; J. R. Brown, pastor | ye have not had enough money for aul, Bogalusa, La.; J. R. Powe,| operation, but we have guarded the St. James, New Orleans, La.;] doors as best we could from interlopers, Lumrzy St. Peter, New Orleans,| we send monthly financial reports to #.; 1. B. Granderson, P. -E., New Bishop Ransom, and to Dr. Drleans District, New “Orleans, La.; have _M. Starnes, P. E. Central New Or- kept their words with us; whoever fol- District, New Orleans; J. S.|jows must be prepared, not only to on, Presiding Elder in Eleventh speak the language, but to meet the opal District, Vla., P. W. Rogers, | conditions, including the ability to com- New Orleans District, New Or-| mand and get results without wounding ; Pay Wm. Barnes, PE. | to accept the fluctuating and the vaga- burg District, Miss.; S. L.|ries of festivities and pageantry. edt, &.. EB. Miss.; J. M. The window dressing stage has been , pastor Union Bethel, New Or-| past long since, and we offer realities int pastor Vicksburg Station, A. O. Wilson, Presiding Elder aville Dist., n ‘ Berry; we not suffered, the departments JUDSON COLLECTION BANKS Banks for all purposes. Handsomely printed in colors. convenient size, 134 x 234 inches, bottom. Each bank is the and is sturdily made with a bright tin top and The slot in the top is so arranged that coins once inserted cannot be easily removed. Space on each bank for the number, name and address of the collector. BILLS Ghrisfres is, La.; G. T. Stinson, P.-E. Mon- District, La.; E. D. Wilson, pastor mroe Station Monroe, La.; J, C. , Presiding Elder, Lake Provi- te District, La.; B. J. Jackson, or Shreveport Station, Shreveport, J. Jackson, Presiding Elder, e eport District, La.; Prof. H. R. fanco, Baton Rouge, La.; Mrs. C. Thompson, Connectional Repre- ative, Greenwood, Miss.; Mrs. ttle B. Henry, Corresponding Sec- of the Connectional W. H. & ™M. Society, New Orleans, La.; . S. L. Greene, General Supervisor the W. H. & F. M. Society, Eighth scopal District, Ark.; Mrs.-N. H. Eyangelistic Pianoist, Pa. ; Prof. Ker, director of Conference Choir Memorial Services conducted by Rev. W. Recorda. The following named ns who had fallen during the ts. Wm. Portis, wife of Rev. Portis; Bishop R. A. Grant, John R. Hawkins, Financial ur) Mrs. M. B. Salter, wife of shop Salter. Resolutions lution was read and adopted by _L. Greene. — S ‘onference for the return of Bishop and inyite visitation and investigation, as to the fact that we have a real thing that may be modified, but can justify its existence, even if the dress be made a little shorter. Finally, within reason Cuba has more to offer than Ontario, Bermuda, Santo Domingo, Noya Scotia, Haiti, Jamaica, We are willing to admit that t PLAIN INLAY DIME FOLDER Ne. 1@ D. Size, 3% x 5% inches, holds $1.00 m Uimes, with plain cover. $3.68 a hundred 7 No. ® D. To hold $200 in dimes, with plain cover. Sie, folded, 3% x 5%. $4.80 a b etc. oo there may have been some deception, Nae No. 39 D. With plain cover. "To hold $500 im some pictures overdrawn, some decep- cade a pecan nes cots each, tpaid dines. Sins, folder, 34 x 5% inches. $5.00 tive propaganda, and some attempts to eats JUDSON COIN FOLDERS control the operations, but we have refused to recognize any other authority than the African Methodist Episcopal Church and, it will take some time to properly indoctrinate the people who | will come to us. Now, until, we do as the other denominations (white) acquire property as an investment and support .to our institutions, we Veriewth look for returns and will be compelled always to furnish the I have served, financial means for operation. I am serving, I will serve. = = Your servant JOSEPH W. JARVIS. CHRISTMAS, OFFERING = EASTER OFFERING YL POLDERS INLAY FOLDERS fold- Jds This collector holds $1.09 in Holds ten dimes. Sire, A new collector ehleh (oided dimes. Sire, 2% x 3% Inches. ed 2% x ii tochen 7 ag inches, 59, conte 59 conte a doreny GLA a hua. “conte a doren: 1. yA oren; $8.00 a hundred. dred. pest [AL OFFERING SPECL Y FOLDERS lis a candidate for Missionary Society. A. M, E, BOOK CONCERN Ora The women of the Conference Branch South 19th Street Phiedsikle, Pr, ay. outh as well as the ministers in the Annual 716 G. E. CURRY, Manager Conference. gave their approval and 'M. Hughes, head of the al W. H, & Ff. M. Society (Continued on page 16) ===== DSC09016.JPG ===== Al Te n BISHOP D. H. SIMS First Episcopal District Ninth Episcopal District ‘THE 716 S. 19th Street REV. G. E. CURRY, General Manager First Episcopal District...... $1,592.50 Ninth Episcopal District. .¢...,. 250.00 Total g Arey iperrciettis shad” $1,842.50 BISHOP M, H. DAVIS Second Episcopal District BISHOP R. C. RANSOM Third _piscopal District and Kenucky Rev ). O. Edwards, Duquesne, Pa. ....., $2.00 Rev, A. S. Henei, Alliance, Ohio ....... 3.00 Kev. EL R. Olmstead, Uhrichville, Ohio .... 2.00 Rev.'C: C; Richardson, Raleigh, West Virginia Rev, R. L. Parker, : Brownsville, Pa...,.... ereee 3.00] Rev. W. P. Henson, . Mrs. Emma Sims, ; ila Porte, Ind, .., Slickville, Pa, ...., CR LAS: « $2.00} Rev, T. S. Henderson, Rev.oG@. Be Duff Clearfield, Pa, Revifecy Kemp The A, M- Pennsylvania. an a sa ee Rev. W. J. Oliver, Chester, Ill. Rev. J. H. Davis, Springfield, Ill. ... Rev. Brewer, Oak Park, Til. 2 Rev. J. W. Wright, Ann Harbor, Michigan...... Rev. M. A. Lowe ae Bloomington, Ind. ....:$2.62 J. W. Collins Summit Point, W.°Va. Rev. J. W. Curry, Meadville, Pa. Total BISHOP JOUN A. GREGG Fourth Episcopal District and Arkansas Twelfth Episcopal District ’ Aurora,. Ill, Eg. Rev. W. F. Rice, ' Lansing, Michigan ,,....... 5,00 2.00 ALLEN BUILDING Book Concern, Headquarters and Publication Department of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, 716-18 So. 19th Street, Philadelphia, 5.00 $21.25, Rev: Cedar Rapidsy Iowa .. 2.00 Rev. C. P. Jones Oakville Ontyisree: 1.00- Mrs. Mable Hicksman, Aton rs ps eat O75) Rey, T. H. Smith, Detroit, Rev. Moses Williams, Detroit, an Michigan ee 1.70 ‘Rev. H. H. Black, Indiana- DONE tad eee ee aes 4.00 Rey. J. P. Hutchings, Detroit, Michigan ...... ives Rev. B. F. : : “Michigan. .5-.003.. ( ssssee $1.00 Rev. C. H. Thomas, Harvey, Ill. 2.00 Rey. C. W, Stratton, Mound i tranck, 2.00 City, Tl. { Vota eceieicisies lens $3921 7 “or Fe Philadelphia, Pa. Rey. Kennedy, Hi 1.02 ———|SENIOR BISHOP J. Ss. : Seventh Episcopal Distr! Fr RPS RO Ade gat lg Ld ~ BISHOP NOAH W. Wi! TAMS Fifth Episcopal Distric Rey, E. W. Newton, Garden City. Kansas... Washington San Bernardino, Calif, $5 Rey. €. J. Skinner St. Louis, Mo. Rev. V. J. Barnes Raton, New Mexico.. 1.() Rey. L. S. McNeil Mresnoy Galt es /...:. 2.00 Rey, W. R. Rutledge Riverside, Calif. 5.50 Rey. A. Newton, Beatri t Rev*B.H. Moore, Che} Wyo. - Rev. M. . Bryant, Paola, Kans. 19 ‘Rev. T. J= Watson, Pubelo, Co Mrs. Evelyn Maloney, Pubelo Golo. 6 as Fl pPek os HOP S. L. GREENE f th Episcopal District BISHOF G. B. YOUNG enth Episcopal District “BISHOP H. Y. TOOKES Eleventh Episcopal District (Florida) ISHOP EDWARD J. HOWARD Thirteenth Episcopal District (Tennessee) 14th District SCATTERING—REMARKS (Continued from page 11) major charge, building churches or liquidating Mortgages, the prime pre- requisite for being elevated to the bishopric? God forbid, why these lat- ter things are mere perfunctory pieces of work—in the line of duty and scores of ministers can lay claim to such. None are more Vigilant than the men without the curtilege of the General Conference and they have been known to affect some telling combinations. The president of the United States realizes that he cannot be a master in all branches so he builds around him a versatile cabinet. No minister is a Peter and Paul all rolled into one, The problems: of the church are so diversified that we need men on the bench—some to preach, evangelize, mis- sionize, build and finance. There is something in a name or the Democrats would not have chosen the name Roose- velt to conjure with. America’s salva- tion is due to haying had two Roose- velts. Since we left old St. George, we have had only one ALLEN. The Church needs another ALLEN, alt the requirerments. Let us perpetu- ate the Founder’s name by drafting Dr. A. J. Allen in Detroit. How sweet the name of Allen sounds in an African’ Methodist’s ear. Then too, there is Dr. J. L. Butler of Georgia, left standing away out in front at New York, with a coveted lead which he sacrificed to his friends. He is a living asset to our church and will bring dig- nity and character to the school of bishops. If accomplishments mean anything then Dr. G. E. Curry the miracle man is an outstanding asset in our church at this time and the connection would be enriched by his elevation. If Curry is not needed on the bench then nobody ever was. We have in our Zion. scholars and orators galore now give us men who speak the language of the preacher ‘THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER A BALTIMORE PREACHER (Continued from page 2) the Emergency Circle and the Brother- hood, foundeq since the Rey. Mr. Hodges assumed his duties. The other organizations are auxil- jaries. A striking thing about these active organizations is that the present Pastor revived all but the two named Organizations soon after he came here. The church now has a total member- ship of 701, and for the most part, all of the members are active. Four years ago, there were only 500 or more mem- bers. On Christmas Eve; this church had an unusual event. It was the dedica- tion of mass electric bell chimes—25 of them—which were purchased and in- stalled through the efforts of the com- cycle of religious decline and God will ultimately take care of his own but it jis ever our indespensable duty to fight for the maintainance of the FAITH delivered to the saints. Young men for war but give us the hard disciplined and well seasoned fathers for our we have another Allen of the manor _ i b episcopacy. Let the young aspirants fee Fi é sabide their time. Why load up the Viewed from any perspective he meets on the mission charge and the humble people back home, : Men with creative minds plus a genius under their skin, who can originate something. Here are three men who would grace any bench of bishops and heir elevation will bring general satis- faction throughout the connection and the race. The primary function of the church remains the same and that is to estab- -jish the WILL of GOD in the hearts of men. Today the world see ks He destruction of the church, the C hristian religion, and the free preaching of the Gospel. Shall we retreat or yield one funda- mental? This is no time to swap horses or to harness the parvenu with episco- It may be just another pal authority. Ronn sea Total.. bench with ministerial embiciles who are yet unknown quantiies and whose lust for power would result only in a reign of tyranny. It would be disas- trous. For many years the church has balked at the idea of electing foreign- érs to supervise the work of their fath- erland and it would now be tragic to elect any such for the home work. Until the time is apportune let us keep our episcopacy American. Well, I“alrnost forgot the General Officers. According to the forecast of the old Sage, our friend Dr. J. G. PAGE FIFTEEN the general officers will all be re- elected. Not hardly so and my guess is as good as his. For right here in my district is Dr. Harvey. E. Walden, whose — technical training, business acumen, years of experience and scrupu- lous honesty makes him the logical man and puts him in line to be elected Secretary of Missions at the 1940 General Conference bined choirs of the of $400. In addition to this recent improye- ment to the church, the Rev. Hodges and his congregation have been suc- cessful in doing $4,500 worth of im- Provements to the church and property, which are nearly paid for, church at a cost Native of Virginia A native of Norfolk, Va., the Rey Mr. Hodges practiced law for eight years there before he went into the ministry in 1918. He had a eady at- tended the Norfolk Mission School and Howard University, where he did his graduate work and received his LL.D in 1917. In 1929, he began his seminary work at Gammon Theological Seminary in Atlanta. Since then, he has pastored the St. Joseph A. M. E. Church in Durham, N. C., where he remained more than six years, and the A, M. E Church in Hampton, Va. Married 20 Years Here in Baltimore, the Rev. Mr. Hodges is an active member of the NAACP, the A. M. E. Ministers’ Con ference and the Ministerial Alliance. He also belongs to the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Mrs. Hodges is the former Miss Annie Armstead, a native of Plymouth N. C., and in May, 1938, the Hod celebrated the twentieth anniversa their marriage Interdenominational —BAA FELT BANNERS Made of fine quality felt. Finished in the best style, Price includes polish- ed hardwood cross sticks, cords, and genuine brass ends. Ready for use. No, 1-A—Banner Class; 17x27 inches; blue; open Bible; white letters $2.25 No. 2-A—Banner Attendance Class; 17x 27 inches; blue, white letters.. $1.00 No, 3-A—Banner Offering Class; 17x27 inches. Same style as No. 2-A; blue; white letters, ..........545 $1.00 Oak Banner Poles, jointed, six feet PENNANTS co ATTENDANcE These pennants are made of good felt and are very attractive. Attendance (Banner Class) Offering (Banner Class) Home Department Cradle Roll Department Beginners’ Department Primary Department Junior Department Intermediate Department Senior Department Young People’ Department 5 with spear The Contest Workers Thirteenth District Banner Poles, oak fin Be ei Paka stew cs (Se Rev. E.'S. Rosey $5.00] with spear ...-..6seeeeeerees = , Nashville, Tennessee Heep PUN Ste Ren te Rey. I. W. Williams, 1,00 A. M. E. BOOK CONCERN Clifton, Tennessee +.+++-++5- : 716 S. 19th Street Philadelphia, Pa. fe OOO ee ===== DSC09017.JPG ===== PAGE SIXTEEN THE CHRIS N RECORDER his death, When Bisbon Four came to Georgia, he called ypoa Dr arrs, the leading ‘Chareh in the State, to take the ofie Jand dates of Treasurer, as his bel | Mer purchase of @ PASTOR'S / INDIVIDUAL COMMUNION SET was the best invesiment of $3.78 F have ever made! mate to rescue the College from ite | Presi |sate of Sankeuptey. Me, Harris as sisted his father with the fnaneail pro- | fram of the College amd suoplied large {Nal He and his father rendered these vale | Lon SLSR artic et ph pal and te i made ol ling materia, aercore_| cd and Ind. ith pape ehee- Tes |e Brown College oot of their great Glenn mpl salty, love and devotion to their great {C. 5. [AS ME. Chih. wan ig, Who served as ‘Treasurer of the | Distict's choice and” Rev. | Conege for seven years to the time of Win, the Connection the Bishopric made kind sentient in the! Conference fr. ther elevation tayman of the |'0 the Bishopric. May: THURSDAY, deny, Ao. Candidate fo ‘Appointments ing Eller Mesandela Distt, Dr. W. Hf, Hal Rethel, Alexandi Sums of money from fase to time, which [Guiney; Lonnie. Well tate the College. fHood, ED. Wi itis; Fisher and Leaf, Joseph: Washington Mr. Haris and his father have been ames. Kimble | shinina examples of heroic serve and | Ely = {Campbell Chapel A.M. E. Chueh in| Robel Americus, and the St. Papi A. ME. serene CCherch sm Macos. During the past | Camp ‘eo years, Mr. Hares sated damm dei | ake upon them. | Mabry bak of more than $loginad | opie sof the Chaech in | Willi Gori, this record sande as a blazing [- © Hares, which cas bins with the great has vera fot record where any AWM. E BOOK CONCERN ieee Nalerd TGS. 19h Street Philadelphia, Pa $ ause of our geeat A.M. Chereh Peter Mr Harris recently offered his ser. ees to the Church to fill the office of ‘nancial Sectetary made vacant at the] | death of Be. John Re Hawkins, How | ever the Chareh elected Mr, Arthur S Jackson and Mr. Harts does not a Yong a4 the Church ig satsied with he services of the incumbent whore (Continned from page 13) Grand Secretary, Improved Order of Samaritan assured er of their support in 1980. Not a Candilate for any office|The conference mate Wistory for ite ‘offers to Support, Serve or Lead Any] sell, by indorsing Dr, Stinson for Constructive Movement ro Improve the Hishopric for 1040. De, W. ff. Mall Flfcieney of Our Church) for editor af the Western Recorder Mr. Harris, for the past five years. Dr, P. W, Rogers. for has served Morris Brown College. as| Choceh Extension Depa its Treasurer and has given hie services |G. Serivens for eior 5 fo the School and Church without any | ian Recorder 194 salary “compensation whatever. He succeeded his father, De, W. HF heen Chris J. 8. job sem, Plori’s ehoiee for the Mishoyr and Frank Madivon ‘Reid, the Pith Ales, D. J 1 age great Chareh here ]A. D. Redding; Weaver a eal. James H. Webbs Kinder, Willams Coates Crossing, U fuely, e | F Tade bet Callege, Charles Di te; St. P cts Meth, Nelson Chapel, Napoleon Ferhy; St Mary S.J. Shell; St Lake, Donal a Ww C. More ia, J.-F. Salomon: 1 nf Houma, HP. Hawking; Zion Chapel, Bei Henson, 0, [Christ Chapel, White Castle MJ Lecoumpt © Bakie, C ouch; Ehoo, Citon. 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Woman's Day ia many churches, as page in big and aceacing| % | Of this and that have Become a | ly acceptable pracie in Amer- lifes This bist article wil make : a | tempt to analyze the practice for | Bly to call attention to the fact here it ix again in the form of Women's Issue of ‘The Christ rand to raise the question 6 the Use?” | Be fave just entered upon the year Net \q matks the fve-hundsdth sori y | f the Gutenberg invention of i. No onc mind can adeqeatiy im number of picces the great | ‘of printed material that bas own | fn these five hundred. years—the festimony we could. possibly REVEREND A. J. ALLEN Rs to the importance which man 3! Sede 0 the priated word. In spite (ostinved on pase 8) omez| TH THE REVEREND JOSEPH 1. E, Chace Cleveland, Oo leven, Obi IRD EPISCOPAL DISTRICT AFRICAN METH _ The Spirituality of Dunbar 10 SPOKE FOR HIS PEOPLE ELECTED AT LOUISVILLE, ity JN MAY, 1524 BETHEL A.M. E. CHURCH RAISING THE PAY OF THE By Bishop RR. 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  ===== DSC03987.JPG ===== VOL. 159, NO. 17 By Rev. Donna Anderson, M.Div. On January 12, 2010, millions of Americans watched the news in disbelief as reports regarding the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti were shown. Newscast after newscast reported staggering numbers of dead as the video portions revealed collapsed buildings and broken bodies. Knowing that Haiti, ranked 149th out of 182 coun- tries in the Western Hemisphere, lacks resources to respond to an earthquake of this magnitude, the Trinity A.M.E. Church YPD President, Hazelmarie Anderson, knew she had to help. With the full support from her pastor, the Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount, the Rev. Donna Anderson, youth director, and the com- bined youth ministries of Trinity A.M.E. Church, YPD President Anderson successfully obtained sponsors for donations of tickets and food for a Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser. This resulted in ...Continued on p9 $1400.00 raised for the A.M.E. Church and Darnel Presley INDIGENOUS LEADERSHIP IS STILL A HOT TOPIC IN THE A.M.E. CHURCH By John Thomas III* “Indigenous Leadership” continues to be a hot topic on the Connectional scene. There is no question that the AcIM.B. Church took the right step in 2004 by making the bench of bishops more culturally diverse. The election of three African bishops was a beginning, not a solution, to addressing the issues of leadership and development in districts 14-20. The differences of opinion regarding “indige- nous leadership” have become clearer since the watershed 2004 General Conference. The predominant understanding of indige- nous leadership is that persons from districts 14-20 need to be elected to serve in districts 14- 20. This perception is borne out of years of issues regarding the quality of Episcopal over- sight outside of the United States. The under- lying assumption for this viewpoint is that an indigenous Bishop will be better able to super- vise the work of the Church than a foreign-born Bishop. Many denominations have “indigenous leadership” and almost every denomination with the office of Bishop allows that office to be-a local person either elected or appointed by the denomination. The A.M_E. experiment in “indigenous leader- ship” through bishops is frequently touted at Con- nectional meetings as a success and there is no doubt that the three “indigenous” bishops have performed well. The current implementation of “indigenous leadership” has several structural conflicts which might make it untenable in the long-term. In the A.M.E. Church, bishops may serve no more than two consecutive terms in a given District before being moved. That means that a Bishop may be “indigenous” (i.e. serve their home District) for no more than eight years. In 2012, we will be faced with the fact that the “indigenous” bishops of districts 14 and 17 must be moved because they have served eight years in their districts. Some : ...Continued p4 MAY 2 7 2010 “GOD OUR FATHER = CHRIST OUR REDEEMER = THE HOLY SPIRIT OUR COMFORTER = HUMANKIND OUR FAMILY” TRINITY A.M.E. CHURCH YOUTH RAISE $1400.00 FOR HAITI QUAKE VICTIMS MAY 17, 2010 Front Row L-R: Ryan Reyes, Nigel Bullock; 2nd Row L-R: Cynthia Green, Janel Booker, Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount, Sophia Martinelli and Hazelmarie Anderson; Back Row L-R: Jahrell Sparks, Chris Cooper, Rev. Donna Anderson M.Div., Terrence Bullocks WARD CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI HOSTS FIRST EVER MIDWEST SOUTH DISTRICT CONFERENCE Kansas City, Mo, April 8-10, 2010: For the first time since the Midwest Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church consolidated from three presiding elder dis- tricts to just two, namely the Midwest South District and the Midwest North Dis- trict, the newly formed Midwest South Dis- trict, which encompasses A.M.E. churches in both Kansas and Missouri from Kansas City to the Oklahoma border, held its first District Conference under the capable lead- ership of Presiding Elder Steven A. Cousin, Sr., April 8-10, 2010. The host for this historic occasion was Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church in Kansas City, MO, and the Host Pastor was the Rev. Roger D. Jackson. The theme, which guided the worship, reports and institute, lifted from 2 Corinthians 4:7, ...Continued on p10 ee MACON DISTRICT ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE Service.” Wednesday, February, 17, 2010. “By the sweat of your brow you will eat your food until you return to the ground, since from it you were taken; for dust you are and from dust you will return.” Genesis 3:19 Macon District of the Macon Georgia Conference, Sixth Episcopal Dis- trict, African Methodist Episcopal Church held a Holy “Ash Wednesday The Reverend Alan Hale Wicker, Presiding Elder of the District, held this | ayers Lab! Holy Worship Service at Saint James A.M.E. Church in Macon, Georgia. The Reverend Dante Rome, Host Pastor. Sister Annie Marshall, Christian Education Director, Macon District. Clergy and laity representing twenty two churches were in attendance. The Macon District Choir under the direction of Sister Latrellis O. Dent opened the worship service experiences by invoking the spirit with Praise and Thanksgiving. Songs of Zion were interspersed throughout the Service. The Reverend Ernest L. Gordon, Pastor of Greater Continued p5 Presiding Elder Alan H. Wicker preaching the Word Ly ‘“NOLONIHSWM HLTT tETT tTo00z od dW0o OOf ALS MN ‘LS 4 NOSGHYWHOTY ‘ff *W dOHSId ===== DSC03989.JPG ===== 2 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 17, 2010 Dr. Calvin H. Sydnor Ill The 20th Editor of The Christian Recorder I said in a previous editorial, “Too many pas- tors function as team captains. They lead Trustee and Steward Board meetings, take over the choir, take charge of the Church School, lead youth meetings, sign all of the checks and actively involve themselves in the details and in every activity of the local church.” The reason some pastors/coaches join and play as an active player on the church/team is because the church/team is not very good and if the church/team is going to be suc- cessful, the pastor/coach has to function as a church/team member as well as a pastor/coach. I suspect that Michael Jordan was the coach, player and team captain for the Washington Wizards because, at that time, the team was not too good; and without Jordan, the team would have been more dysfunctional. Too many “pick up basketball games” type local churches It seems to me that too many churches function like pickup basketball games. Everybody seems to want to do his or her own thing and the actions of individuals take precedence over teamwork. Organizations in the local church function independent of each other. Team captain/officers and pastor/coaches are often in adversarial relationships, rather than in a com- plimentary relationship, which results in a lack of loyalty to the church/team. There is very little, or no, authority in a pickup basketball game. In a pickup basketball game, there are no referees or coaches. There is not a de jure team captain, except that the “baddest and best” player usually serves as the de facto team captain; the position to function as the captain is not formalized, just understood to be so. Whatever fouls a player can get away with is the rule of the game. Fouls are committed and arguments"and even tights start over an excessive foul or fouls that cannot be resolved. Whoever shouts the loudest or whoever is the “biggest and the baddest” usually prevails in disagreements over fouls in pickup games. Pickup basketball games tend to create conflict rather than order. Some churches function as an ad hoc organization Unfortunately some churches function like pickup basketball games — whoever is “biggest and baddest” prevails; sometimes it is the pastor and at other times it’s an influential member or members who might be rein- The Christian Recorder The Christian Recorder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (USPS 016880) is published bi-weekly by the AMEC Sunday School Union, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203-4181. Periodicals postage paid at Nashville, Tennessee. The Christian Recorder was established in 1852. Executive and Editorial Office: 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203-4181. Advertising rates are available on request. Subscription rate- $36.00 per annum. Please make all money orders and cashiers checks payable to he Christian Recorder. BISHOP RICHARD FRANKLIN NORRIS, Chair of Publications Commission DR. JOHNNY BARBOUR, JR., Publisher DR. CALVIN H. 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Postmaster, please send address corrections to SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION OF THE A.M.E. CHURCH, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181 Som She THE PASTOR IS NOT THE TEAM CAPTAIN forced by a large number of family members who belong to the church and/or by his or her relationship with the membership that developed over a number of years. Effective organizations have to have someone in charge. A successful team needs a coach, a team captain or captains and members of the team must be committed to the team, respect authority and follow the leadership of the team captain and the coach, and when those three entities work together, the result most often is a winning team! Winning teams have players who are committed to winning and win- ning teams know the importance of leadership and authority. I disliked my first football coach at Rahway High School. I knew he was a racist; no doubt about it. Other team members knew it too, but that didn’t stop us from giving our best because we wanted to be winners and we couldn’t be winners if we were whiners. You see a lot of whiners in pick-up basketball games and so often pick-up basketball games turn into melees and many of the games end abruptly. Player often quit in the middle of pickup basketball games. Players that work together as a team become committed to the team and know the importance of team loyalty. Successful teams have few quitters because quitters are viewed as losers; and winners do not like to be viewed as losers. There were many cold and snowy football prac- tice days at Rahway High School and I wanted to quit, but quitting was not an option because the peer pressure would have been too great and besides, I wanted to be a winner. Winners and losers There is a vast difference between effective churches and ineffective dysfunctional churches. Effective churches’ leadership and member- ship function as teams and experience growth; ineffective churches’ leadership and membership function like “pickup basketball games” and are most often dysfunctional and lack growth. There are warning signals for dysfunctional churches. If a church has been in the same community for 50, 70, or 100 years and its mem- bership is less than say 100 and it is struggling to make ends meet, and other churches in the area are growing; something is terribly wrong. There are a lot of large churches that are dysfunctional as well and there are warning signals for them too. Churches riddled with conflict, excessive membership turnover, high turnover, Continued on p7 SUBSCRIBE! to The Christian Recorder Keep yourself informed about your church for $36.00 Per Year Send Check or Money Order Payable to: The Christian Recorder 500 Eighth Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203-4181 Please PRINT. Payment must accompany order. Allow 4 weeks for delivery. Name _ Address ===== DSC03990.JPG ===== May 17, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 3 kek ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULES kirken SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP RICHARD FRANKLIN NORRIS MAY 20-23, 2010 WESTERN NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE MAY 19, 2010 WMS CONVENTION First Israel A.M.E Church 381 Hamilton Street Albany, NY 12210 Church Phone: (518) 463-8779 Pastor's Phone: (518) 427-6769 The Rev. Edward B. Smart, Host Pastor The Rev. Carlton Gibson, Host PE. MAY 26-30, 2010 PHILADELPHIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE ; MAY 25, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Bethel A.M.E. Church 450-512 E. Strawberry Street Lancaster, PA 17602 Church Phone: (717) 393-8379 Pastor's Phone: (717) 392-8559 The Rev. Edward M. Bailey, Host Pastor The Rev. Lawrence C. Henryhand, Host PE. SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP ADAM JEFFERSON RICHARDSON, JR. MAY 18-22, 2010 WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL : CONFERENCE St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Chapel Hill, NC The Rev. Thomas 0. Nixon, Co-Host Pastor : : St. Matthew A.M.E. Church, Raleigh, NC, Co- : Host Church The Rev. Marion Robinson, Co-Host Pastor Hilton North Raleigh Hotel and Conference : Center, Host Site 3415 Wake Forest Road The Rev. Larnie G. Horton, Host PE The Rev. J. Bernard Wilder, Assoc. PE JUNE 1-5, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE McCormick's Chapel, Co-Host Church Lumberton, NC The Rev. Dr. Judy Johnson, Co-Host Pastor Mt. Horeb A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Evergreen, NC The Rev. Ruth Pugh, Co-Host Pastor Ohovah A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Barnesville, NC The Rev. Janice Harris, Co-Host Pastor : Sea Trail Golf Resort and Convention Center, Host Site 211 Clubhouse Road Sunset Beach, NC The Rev. Evelyn Gail Dunn, Host PE The Rev. Larry Stanwyk Hinton, Assoc. PE BISHOP PRESTON WARREN WILLIAMS II : AUGUST 23-27, 2010 PALMETTO ANNUAL CONFERENCE Greater Goodwill A.M.E. Church, Host Church : Mt. Pleasant, SC The Rev. Herbert Temoney, Host Pastor The Rev. Charles Graves, Host PE. The Rev. Rosalyn Coleman, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Dr. Allen W. Parrott, Co-Host PE. AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 NORTHEAST ANNUAL CONFERENCE Bethel A.M.E. Church Conway, SC The Rey. Richard W. Crummy, Host Pastor The Rev. Dr. William Smith, Host PE. The Rev. Robert Cooper, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Dr. Robert McCants, Co-Host PE. SEPTEMBER 13-17, 2010 COLUMBIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Emmanuel A.M.E. Church Columbia, SC The Rev. Reginald Morton, Host Pastor The Rev. Sandy Drayton, Host PE. The Rev. Dr. James R. Glover, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Joseph Postell, Co-Host PE. SEPTEMBER 20-24, 2010 SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE St. Stephen A.M.E. Church Hardeeville, SC The Rev. Jonathan Roberts, Host Pastor The Rev. Samue/ Myers, Host PE The Rey. John H. Gillison, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Malachi Duncan, Co-Host PE. OCTOBER 4-8, 2010 PIEDMONT ANNUAL CONFERENCE Long Cane A.M.E. Church Abbeville, SC The Rev. Julius M. Johnson, Host Pastor The Rev. Samuel L. McPherson, Host PE The Rev. Judy Richardson, Co-Host PE. OCTOBER 11-15, 2010 CENTRAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE Butler Chapel A.M.E. Church Orangeburg, SC The Rev. Helen Zeigler, Host Pastor The Rev. Barbara Chisholm, Host PE The Rev. Dr. Juenarrl Keith, Co-Host PE The Rev. Harry Wilson, Co-Host PE EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP CAROLYN TYLER GUIDRY AUGUST 18-22, 2010 NORTH MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 17, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Faith Community A.M.E. Church 7340 Greenbrook Parkway Southaven, MS 38671 Church Phone: (662) 393-4740 The Rev. Johnny Johnson, Jr, Host Pastor The Rev. William Hardiman, Host PE SEPTEMBER 22-26, 2010 SOUTH MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 21, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Zion Chapel (Natchez) 228 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Natchez, MS 39120 Church Phone: (601) 442-1396 The Rev. Birdon Mitchell, Host Pastor The Rev. George W. Tyler, Host PE. OCTOBER 6-10, 2010 CENTRAL/NORTH LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 5, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 510 North 11th Street Monroe, LA 71111 Church Phone: (318) 323-6382 The Rev. Cynthia Harris, Host Pastor The Rev. Michele Goodloe, Host PE. OCTOBER 20-24, 2010 LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 19, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 6175 Scenic Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70805 Church Phone: (225) 356-0719 The Rev. Bland Washington, Host Pastor The Rev. David J. Campbell, Host PE. EIGHTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP ERRENOUS EARL MCCLOUD AUGUST 19-21, 2010 BOTSWANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 18, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Motsweli wa Botshelo A.M.E. Church, Host Church PO. Box 601693 Gaborone, Botswana The Rev. Mpho Moruakgomo, Host Pastor The Rev. Mpho Moruakgomo, Host PRE SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2010 MOZAMBIQUE ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 WMS CONVENTION * Grauziwe Chapel A.M.E. Church, Host Church Shipping Account Department Rua de Poder Popular 216 Beira, Mozambique The Rev. Flora Manuel, Host Pastor The Rev. Jose Bussane, Host PE SEPTEMBER 23-25, 2010 SWAZILAND ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 22, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Labotsibeni Memorial A.M.E. Church, Host Church PO. Box 34 Manzini, Swaziland The Rev. Sibongile P Nxumalo, Host Pastor The Rev. Solomon J. Nxumalo, Host PE OCTOBER 14-16, 2010 NORTHEAST LESOTHO ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 13, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Botha-Bothe A.M.E. Church, Host Church PO. Box 730 Botha-Bothe 400 The Rev. Solomon Libete, Host Pastor The Rev. M. T. Machefo, Host PE OCTOBER 14-16, 2010 LESOTHO ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 13, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Agnes Ball A.M.E. Church C/O PO. Box 223 Maseru 100, Lesotho The Rev. Beatrice Motokoa, Host Pastor The Rev. D.EM. Rafube, Host PE. TWENTIETH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E, CHURCH BISHOP JULIUS HARRISON MCALLISTER, SR. : JULY 28-31, 2010 : : MALAWI NORTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE : : JULY 27, 2010 : WMS CONVENTION kama AMEC, Host Church Buyonde Kyera, Tanzania The Rev. Dauden Mwaipinga, Host Pastor The Rev. Wilson M. Ngulube, Host PE. AUGUST 4-8, 2010 MALAWI CENTRAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 3, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Mdabwi AMEC, Host Church : Kasungu, Malawi = : The Rev. Manuel M. Chamamba, Host Pastor : : & PE. : : AUGUST 11-15, 2010 : > MALAWI SOUTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE : : AUGUST 10, 2010 : WMS CONVENTION Thomas Chapel AMEC, Host Church Salima, Malawi The Rev. Davison Moyo, Host Pastor The Rev. Vorster Nkhoma, PE. AUGUST 25-29, 2010 SOUTHWEST ZIMBABWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 24, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Ball Tabernacle AMEC, Host Church Nketa Drive, Mpopoma Bulawayo, Zimbabwe The Rev. Phillip S. Gava, Host Pastor & PE. SEPTEMBER 1-5, 2010 CENTRAL ZIMBABWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 31, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Gow Temple AMEC, Host Church Mucheke A. Mabyira 5 Masvingo, Zimbabwe : The Rev. Piet Muparuri, Host Pastor and PE. : SEPTEMBER 8-12, 2010 NORTHEAST ZIMBABWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 7, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Phillip Life Centre AMEC, Host Church New Marlborough Harare, Zimbabwe The Rev. Israel Chimuse, Host Pastor The Rev. Dereck Mapanga, Host PE “By the sweat of your brow you will eat your food until you return to the ground, since from it you were taken; for dust you are and from dust you will return.” Genesis 3:19 ===== DSC03991.JPG ===== 4 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER ____ 13TH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT TEAM-13 MAKING A DIFFERENCE L3TH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT JOINING FIGHT AGAINST PROSTATE CANCER MAY 17, 2010 he 13th Episcopal District will be joining forces with churches across the county in a nationwide Father’s Day Rally against Prostate Cancer .9 > : ° ay eo ‘ ane on June 20, 2010. Did you know that African American men have a 60% higher prostate cancer incidence rate and a 150% higher death rate than Aye . - . “ ‘ - S ‘ ALC “ all other men? This is the largest racial disparity for any type of cancer. To address this crisis Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) imple mented a “Father's Day Rally ag¢ 23 > Cancer” : . . ir affor he iy Rally against Prostate Cancer” and we will be joining their effort, For more information on the national campaign go to: www.RAPCancer.org. fon We will be asking each church in the 13th Episcopal District to participate. In the coming alli? weeks, you will receive more information about how your church can participate. 2010 Believe Grant Applications Due June 1, 2010 As most of you know, Believe Incorporated is a non- profit organization that represents the secular educa- tional, economic, community development and outreach efforts of the 13th Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church. Believe Incorporated seeks to identify new resources and pro- vide small grants to churches, organizations, and indi- viduals who are members of the 13th Episcopal District of the A.M.E. Church. If you are in a 13th District A.M.E. Church in need of financial support for a project or an individual needing help with theological training, please go to the Believe Inc. website to learn more (www.believeinc.org). 13th Episcopal District Has Official Facebook Page The 13th Episcopal District now has an Official Facebook Page. Become a fan and stay connected with The Washington Post On Faith 2@ the happenings in the 13th. The link to the page is www.facebook.com/team13a.m.e. Bishop McKenzie Is a Faith Columnist in the Washington Post Bishop McKenzie has been selected by the Washington Post to be an “On Faith” Columnist where she joins others including T. D. Jakes, Arch- bishop Tutu, Norman Lear, and Garner Taylor addressing key issues. Read her latest column at: http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/pan- elists/vashti_murphy_mckenzie/2010/04/obama_as_a_leader_and_a_black_man.html. In addition, you can hear a daily devotion by subscribing to www.thisisyourwakeupcallonline.com or get a daily prayer by subscribing to www.vashtimckenzie.blogspot.com. to serve people A to love God A to lead the Church Reverend Dr. Eric L. Brown African Methodis val Church GENERAL SECRETARY/CIO The Reverend Eric L. Brown, D. Min., Presiding Elder of the Allegheny/Scranton District, Pittsburgh Annual Conference of the Third Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church presents himself as the candidate to be elected as the 6 General Secretary/Chief Information Officer. His service is and has been both faithful and productive. Dr. Brown has in the interest of the African Methodist Episcopal Church traveled to South Korea, Australia, and Chile. Moving upon invitation, Dr. Brown has also traveled throughout the connection conducting workshops and sharing information about the Discipline of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. ..From Indigenous Leadership on pl... would argue that a Bishop elected from districts 14-20 has a greater affinity for those areas than an American and would still be “indigenous” to an extent. (That is akin to believing that a Mexican can be Bishop in a Canadian Church because both countries are in North America). Our “indige- nous” bishops deal with the same language and cultural barriers that our United States-born bishops have encountered due to the inter- national character of their districts. For instance, an English speaking Bishop presides over the predomi- nately French speaking 17th Dis- trict. The Bishop of the 14th District presides over five different countries. The Bishop of the 15th District spent four years as the “non-indigenous” Bishop of the 20th District before being assigned to his homeland in 2008. While having bishops from dis- tricts 14-20 is important, the issues affecting our churches in areas outside the United States cannot solely be resolved with “indigenous” Episcopal leader- ship. Because the 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th and 20th districts are composed of several different countries, the concept of “indige- nous leadership” is relative. Most of the day to day decisions in dis- tricts 14-20 are made by presiding elders and lay leaders. While the Bishop is the ultimate authority, the lack of a strategy to nurture and support capable clergy and lay leadership outside the United States has contributed to the uneven development of the church. This is the “indigenous leadership” which we need to be concerned with. The problem is compounded when countries are divided into Annual Conference and/or Presiding Elder districts with no clear national leader other than the Presiding Bishop. When an Annual Conference is a nation, a different approach must be used. ' The lack of such strategy has crip- pled the A.M.E. Church’s ability to deal with the political realities and structures of certain areas. For example, many of our nations do not have an A.M_E. office because the Episcopal District office is viewed as the Conference head- quarters. This absence of national presence weakens the A.M_E. Church presence. If the A.M.E. Church is truly serious about “indigenous lead- ership” for areas outside the United States, persons from the 16th, 18th, 19th and 20th Districts must be | Continued on p10 pe ===== DSC03992.JPG ===== MAY 17, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 5 ...From Macon District on pl... Turner Tabernacle A.M.E. Church, Macon, Georgia served as Worship Leader. He set the tone of the ser- vice with opening sentences and led the congregation in Praying the Prayer of Confession and the Litany, followed with the Hymn, “Lord Who Throughout These Forty Days.” A powerful Pastoral Prayer was delivered by Reverend Dante Rome. The Scripture Reading, Joel 2:1- 2; 12-17. The enlightment of the Occasion was given by Sister Annie Marshall, Macon District CED. The Macon District Choir lifted the roof off of the house singing several songs... “Have Thy Way Lord;” “Blest the Lord;” “The Lord Our God is Wonderful.” The Preached Word was deliv- ered by Elder Alan H. Wicker. His text was from the Book of Psalms 51:1-7 and he preached on the sub- By The MHAME Communications Ministry The Mount Hermon African Methodist Episcopal Church, 401 North- west 7th Terrace, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida celebrated its 104th Church Anniversary on Sunday, April 18, 2010 on this memorable occasion. The Guest Speaker was Bishop McKinley Young, the Presiding Prelate of the Eleventh Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church. The Reverend Willie J. Cook, Sr., M.Div, is the pastor. The theme for this church anniversary is “Empowering People, Impacting Communities and Changing Lives.” Mount Hermon African Methodist Church of Ft. Lauderdale has a rich and glorious history; founded in 1906, Mount Hermon is the oldest A.M_E. Church and the second oldest Black church in the Fort Laud- erdale area. With a humble beginning, Mount Hermon started as a small group of worshippers in the township of Fort Lauderdale who would gather on Sundays to hold religious services outdoors under a tree. A few of the worshippers from this group purchased property from the Dallas Land Company on April 25, 1906. The founders of this Zion ECUMENICAL LEADERS RECALL DOROTHY I. HEIGHT AS A TIRELESS SUPPORTER OF CHURCH UNITY Reverends Dianne Lewis (left) and Louise Smith Hill administering the ashes under the watchful eyes of Elder Wicker. named it “Mount Hermon African Methodist Episcopal Church.” They were led by the Rev- erend W.A. Woods and the Reverend Mark Smith, Annie T. Reed, Mamie McGill and I. H. Williams. HONORING PRESIDING ELDER REV. RALPH L. WILSON Washington, April 20, 2010 -- Dorothy I. Height, who began her AND activist career as a teenager marching in New York’s Times Square shouting, “Stop the lynching,” was remembered Tuesday as one of the last great voices of the American Civil Rights Movement. Height, 98, who led the National Council of Negro Women for four decades and continued to speak out on justice issues in her 90s, died early today. “We remember Dr. Height both as a civil rights leader and as a tire- less champion of church unity,” said the Rev. Dr. Michael Kinnamon, General Secretary of the National Council of Churches. “History will not forget the contributions Dorothy Height made to the cause of freedom and justice,” Kinnamon said. “We in the church will never forget the essential role her faith played in motivating her lifelong quest on behalf of persons of all ages, races and ethnicities. She knew that persons of faith can be an irresistible force for justice when we join hearts and hands, and she was a leader in that march throughout most of our lifetimes.” A United Methodist, Height was the first recipient in 2004 of the National Council of Churches J. Irwin Miller Award, named for one of the Council’s lay presidents, Kinnamon noted. Presenting the award was Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, and NCC President in 2004. “Briends, I cannot think of anyone who is more deserving ol thesls Irwin Miller Award than Dorothy Height,” Hoyt said at the time. “She is a living legend in the movement for civil rights in this nation. She has dedicated herself to improving the SISTER JOYCE WILSON A Celebration of Service Bishop Young was assigned to the Eleventh Episcopal District in 2004 by the 47th Quadren- nial Session of the General Conference of the African Methodist Epis- copal Church. This assignment places Bishop Young over some 440 churches throughout the state of Florida and the Bahamas. Bishop Young also serves as the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Edward Waters College, Jacksonville, Florida. Bishop |. Continued on p11 ject “Clean Me Up, God.” Some key points made: We must admit that we have sinned in God’s sight; Look inward to see how dirty we are; We must use these forty days to change our ways and go in a new direction and cleanse ourselves; Ask God to clean me up; You will receive for- giveness by God. The congregation repeated the General Confession followed with the Imposition of Ashes to the wor- shippers at the Altar administered by Elder Alan H. Wicker and assisted by the Reverends Dianne Lewis and Louise Smith Hill. The minister marks the forehead of each person with the ashes, using the fol- lowing words... REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE DUST AND TO DUST YOU SHALL RETURN BUT THE STEADFAST LOVE OF THE LORD ENDURES FOREVER. Fellowship greetings closed out this Sacred Holy Service. a Vou are thutted ta altend ~~ for Rey. Ralph L. Wilson and Sister Joyce Wilson Presiding Elder of the Tallahassee District of the Florida Conference of the 11th Epicopal District FRIDAY, JULY 9, 2010 AT 7:00 PM Alfred Lawson Center on the campus of Florida A&M University Tallahassee, Florida Ticket price: $50 For ticket sales please contact: Rev. Anton Elwood, Senior Minister New Moun! n AME Church Tallahassee, Florida 850-222-4201 Mrs. Eileen Warner _ Souvernir Journal Chair instruct926@aol.com Tallahassee, Florida, Co-Chair 850-576-7501 Continued on p10 of the African Methodist Episcopal Church For Souvenir Journal information, please contact For Additional Information please contact: Rev. Dr, Julius H. McAllister, Jr. Senior Minister Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church For more information: www.elderralphwilson.com rict and Florida Conference Superintendent ——————_ ===== DSC03993.JPG ===== 6 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 17, 2010 THE 143rd SESSION OF THE ALLEGHENY SCRANTON DISTRICT CONFERENCE CHURCH PRESS REPORT CLAIRTON, PENNSYLVANIA By Ms. Shelly Brown" On Thursday, February 18, 2010, pastors, delegates, evangelists, presidents of missionary societies, presidents of lay organizations and youth representatives were received with the Joy of the Lord and with open arms by the Host Pastor, the Reverend Dr. Judith Co ines a husband Mr. Leo Moore, and the members of First African Methodist Episcopal Church in Clairton, Pennsylvania. — ie Reverend James E. Murray, Jr., pastor of St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania led Bible Study which was taken from I Corinthians 12:27-31. In this chapter Paul begins to address the issue of spiritual gifts and that spiritual gifts, though diverse come from the same Spirit and are to be used for the benefit of all. ie a The Reverend Dr. Eric L. Brown, Presiding Elder (candidate General Secretary/CIO 2012), called the 143rd Session of the Allegheny Scranton District Conference to order. The theme for this District Conference was “Moving toward Christian Excellence in Service,” I Corinthians 12:31 The Reverend Linda Moore, Pastor of St. John A.M.E. Church — Bridgewater, Pennsylvania was the preacher for the Opening Worship Cele- bration. Reverend Moore utilized Mark 5:21-35 as her text. The theme was “Clear the Room.” Sometimes we have to show up where Jesus is Jairus’ daughter was dying and he went to met Jesus. On the way to Jairus’ house, Jesus was touched on the hem of his garment by the ites. with the issue of blood. Jesus is a multitasker (he can work on more than one situation at a time). As Jesus approached the house, people were weeping and said that the child was dead. Jesus told them that she is just sleeping and they laughed at him. Jesus “cleared the room” of all dis- tractions so that he could work a miracle. The Reverend JoElla Williams, Pastor of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church — Tarentum, Pennsylvania conducted Workshop #1 enti- tled “Planning the Year in the Local Church.” It is very important that every church follow protocol. It starts with the Bishop providing his cal- endar; then the Presiding Elder, and finally the Pastor of the local church. Plan your work and work your plan. A church violates The Book of Discipline of the African Methodist Episcopal Church 2008 if a monthly official board meeting is not held. The Reverend Dr. Helen M. Burton, Pastor of New Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church — Aliquippa, Pennsylvania conducted Work- shop #2 entitled “Evangelism: How to Catch Fish and Clean Them.” The Ecumenical Worship Celebration commenced Thursday evening with the Reverend Dr. William Calloway, First Mt. Olive Baptist Church — Clairton, Pennsylvania whose theme was “He May Not Come When You Want Him but He’s Always on Time.” The sermon was taken from John 11:21. Reverend Calloway compared the church with Mary, Martha and Lazarus. He expressed how they represented what every church needs; a worker, a worshiper and a witness. He also used the phrase “stay in your lane”. ie., complete your work and allow others to complete theirs. Friday, February 19, 2010: The morning business session began with Dr. Brown introducing Reverend Dr. Eugene Schoolfield II, Pastor, St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church — Erie, Pennsylvania. He conducted Workshop #3 —“Is Ministry a Calling or a Career?” Reverend Schoolfield declared that ministry must be a calling and not a career. Romans 1:1 states “ministry is by invitation only.” God will equip you for the job you need to do. You must meet these qualifications and prove the validity of your calling. Workshop #4 - “Where Do Our Conference Claims Go?” was conducted by the Reverend Kary Williams, Jr., - Pastor, Payne Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church — Duquesne, Pennsylvania. Our Conference Claims pay Mid-Year and Annual Conference assessments, presiding elders’ salaries, pastors and delegates’ travel, and other district and conference requests. God’s messenger for the Hour of Power Worship Celebration was the Reverend David W. Bethea, pastor Park Place African Methodist Epis- copal Church — Homestead, Pennsylvania. He referenced Luke 13:1-9. His sermon “A Servants Plea — There Is Still Time” calls for us to allow divine justice, divine mercy and divine grace in all that we do and ask for. The conference was blessed to have the following persons visit from outside of the Allegheny Scranton District: Presiding Elder Percy Tate, the Youngstown District; Presiding Elder James Harris, the Cleveland District; Presiding Elder James McLemore, the Pittsburgh District; Brother Bert Ogden, a member of the General Board and Campaign Manager for Dr. Eric L. Brown’s quest to become the 6th General Secretary; Miss Lauren Bethea, a member of the Episcopal Committee and Park Place A.M.E. Church in Homestead, PA; the Reverend Arthur Doctor, pastor of St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Washington, PA. : Friday afternoon’s Business Session began with Committee reports on the 7 Point Plan for Growth: Evangelism: The Reverend Acquanetta Osborne Gwendolyn Cooley; Pittsburgh Conference W.M.S. 2nd Vice Presi- Education: The Reverend Dr. Judith C. Moore Evaluation: The Reverend Melva Hartzog Expansion: The Reverend Kary Williams, Jr. Emphasis on Youth: The Reverend Chery! Ruffin Empowerment: The Reverend Dr. Helen M. Burton Economic Development: The Reverend James E. Murray, Jr. The 6th Annual Musical Extravaganza certainly had everyone’s feet tapping and hands clapping as pastors and guests rendered Spirit filled selections. Saturday, February 20, 2010: The 3rd Annual Sons of Allen breakfast meeting was called to order by the Allegheny Scranton District Sons of Allen Director, the Reverend Kary Williams, Jr. He explained the struc- ture of the Sons of Allen in the African Methodist Episcopal Church which is to bring other men to Christ. The organization of the 2009-2010 Sons of Allen of the Allegheny Scranton District is: District Coordinator: Reverend Kary Williams, Jr. President: Reverend Samuel Chambers Vice President: Brother Samuel Chambers Recording Secretary: Rev. Lawrence Haynes, Jr. Correspondence Secretary: Brother Vernon Kelly Treasurer: Brother David Moore Morning Business Session, Saturday, February 20, 2010: Greetings and updates from the following: Pittsburgh Conference Y.P.D. Director, dent, Barbara Lyles; Allegheny Scranton District Church School Superintendent, Valerie McElvy, Allegheny Scranton W.I.M., Rev- erend Chery! Ruffin on behalf of Reverend Melva Hartzog. The Board of Examiners Committee made the following recommen- dations: 2nd year course study: Licentiate Orbelle Henderson, Payne Chapel AME. Church — Duquesne, Pennsylvania. The Memorial Service chaired by the Reverend Samuel Chambers who paid tribute to those who left the church militant and entered into the church triumphant. Those names were Wynon Chaplin — St. Mark AME. Church, Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania; Delphia Hughes — Bethel AME. Church, Tarentum, Pennsylvania; Dina Gran Creighton — St. James A.M_E. Church — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Michele Day Moore — St. James A.M. Church, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Presiding Elder Eric and Lady Margo Brown expressed sincere appreciation to the Allegheny Scranton District pastors, officers and laity. They both expressed gratitude to the pastor and members of First African Methodist Episcopal Church for their willingness to serve and hospitality shown this District Conference. The Spoken Word for the Closing Communion Worship Celebration was given by the Reverend Dr. Darlene Jenkins, Pastor, St. Paul African Methodist Church — Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. Reverend Jenkins text was from Philippians 2:5-11. Her theme, “Utilizing the Name of Jesus,” taught us regardless of your circumstance Jesus is able ...Continued on p7 el ta i SOE SSS ===== DSC03994.JPG ===== MAY 17, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER LOCAL CHURCH ADDS ANGEL FOOD PROGRAM Murph-Emmanuel A.M.E. Church in North Highlands, California, for the past several months, has distributed free food and clothing to as many as 300 families residing in and around the working class North Highland neighborhood, =" Beginning this week, the 200 member congregation has taken steps to add an additional dimension to that outreach effort by becoming a host ee a national non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing affordable high quality food to First established in 1994 to provide relief to struggling families in the Macon, GA area, Angel Food Ministries serves hundreds of thousands of families across 42 states. In 2008, the Angel Food Program provided $120 million in direct food assistance to American famiting “ oi viding fresh, brand name food for a fraction of the retail price. By purchasing food in bulk directly from some of the top rales athe country, food is discounted by up to 50% of retail. A standard medium-sized box of food may be purchased for $30 and contains top quality food staples from every food group including chicken or beef, milk, eggs, vegetables and fruits. The menu selections vary each month and con- sist of both fresh and frozen items, helping individuals and families to save money without sacrificing quality. Participation in the Angel Food Program is Open to anyone and, according to the Rey. Michael Barta, Senior Pastor of Murph-Emmanuel, there are no income requirements limits on the quantity of boxes that can be purchased nor are there any applications or qualifications for eligibility. The program is nies equipped to accept participants from S.N.A.P. (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) According to Pastor Barta, the Murph-Emmanuel Congregation is committed to continuing both its free food distribution ministry as well as Angel Food, its reduced cost grocery distribution program, to the residents of North Highland and the greater Sacramento area. “The two programs serve different segments of our community” Barta said. “The free food program is designed to help folk with few, if any, resources while Angel Food is there for folk with access to some resources who just need a little help in getting through the month. Both needs are real given today’s tough economic climate and both groups deserve our help.” Murph-Emmanuel A.M.E. Church is located at 4151 Don Julio Blvd. in North Highlands, California. Persons interested in obtaining more information about either of its food distribution programs may call the Church at 916.332.7749 or in the case of the Angel Food Program, go online to www.angelfoodministries.com. ..From The 143rd Session on p6... to break barriers. The Resolutions Committee chaired by the Reverend Dr. Helen M. Burton marvelously entertained us as usual. Presiding Elder Brown was the Chief Celebrant of the Holy Com- munion. He was assisted by retired Presiding Elder Samson ...From The Pastor Is Not on p2..._ of church officers, a lack of young people in the congregation, a history of not accepting pastoral leadership, uninvolved lay participation, low-energy pastoral leadership, Sunday- only ministry, and sanctuary-limited ministry are a few of the warning signals for smaller and larger churches. Some large and small churches are so conflict-infected that church growth and ministry are severely inhibited and without outside inter- vention, will continue dysfunctional ministry. Change — Yes, churches can change, if they want to change Dysfunctional churches need to face and admit their dysfunction and seek ways to reverse their dysfunction. Dysfunctional churches with dys- functional leaders cannot continue functioning the same way and expect difference results. It takes a strategy to reverse dysfunction and it takes a radical strategy to reverse or turnaround long-standing dysfunction. The strategy has to have the active involvement of the pastor/coach, the offi- cers/team captains, and the members/players and often involves bringing Manoah Cooper. All hearts and minds were clear as we were dismissed from this 143rd Session of the Allegheny Scranton District Conference. *Miss Shelly Brown is the Allegheny Scranton District Administra- tive Assistant. in outside team-building experts. I am afraid that many churches do not want to change because they have become comfortable with their dysfunc- tion. A church that wants to honor the Great Commission must be Christ- centered and focused upon ministry. Anyone or any organization can change if they have the mind and a will_to do so. The coach, team captain, and team model works at all levels. On the Episcopal District level, the bishop is the coach, the presiding elders are the team captains and the clergy make up the team. On the presiding elder district level, the presiding elder is the coach, the pastors are the team captains and the clergy and presiding elder dis- trict officers make up the team. The local congregation is not the pre- siding elder’s team. The local congregation is the pastor’s team. As sport leagues have divisions and divisions of responsibilities, so the church has divisions and levels of responsibilities and it is impor- tant that each level of responsibility knows its boundaries. 2010 SOCIAL WORK CONGRESS WILL EXPLORE WAYS TO DEVELOP NEW GENERATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS Congress Engaged Social Work Students and Up-and-Coming Social Work Leaders WASHINGTON— The 2010 Social Work Congress brought together 350 leaders in the social work profession to create a plan to develop the next generation of social workers and address issues that challenge the fast- growing social work profession. The Congress, which was convened and sup- ported by 12 social work organizations, was held April 22-23 at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill. The event featured a briefing by members of the U.S. Congress who are social workers, a speech from Jared Bernstein, chief economist and economic policy advisor to Vice President Biden, and appearances by noted authors Daniel Brook and Kirstin Downey. Co-conveners were the National Association of Social Workers, Council on Social Work Education, National Association of Deans and Directors of the Schools of Social Work, and the Association of Baccalaureate Social Work Program Directors. “The social work profession is expected to grow faster than average over the next eight years and we must prepare a new generation of social workers to step into the roles and shoes of those of us who are retiring in the next decade,” said Elizabeth Clark, PhD, ACSW, MPH, Executive Director of the National Asso- ciation of Social Workers. “We are also facing huge social and eco- nomic upheaval so we will use the Congress to encourage leaders in our profession to step up and be heard,” Clark said. “That is why this year’s theme — ‘Reaffirm, Revisit and Re- imagine the Profession’ — is so fitting.” The Congress began with participants looking at a “diagnostic statement” drafted by the co-convening organizations. They then voted by group on a set of 10 imperatives to advance the profession. A 2010 Student Social Work Congress was held virtually in conjunction with the live Social Work Congress. The Student Social Work Congress connected 400 social work stu- dents in classrooms around the nation. The col- leges were geographically dispersed and included classes from historically black col- leges and universities and other minority serving universities. Students viewed the gen- eral sessions and the final voting process. They also chatted with one another live, participated in polls, and voted on final imperatives. NASW Assurance Services was the pre- senting sponsor. Event supporters included the Association of Oncology Social Work, the Association of Social Work Boards, Clinical Social Work Association, Association of Black Social Workers, National Network of Social Work Managers, Society for Social Work Lead- ership in Health Care, Society for Social Work and Research, and the Group for the Advance- ment of Doctoral Education in Social Work. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW), in Washington, DC, is the largest membership organization of professional social workers with 150,000 members. It promotes, develops, and protects the practice of social work and social workers. NASW also seeks to enhance the well being of individuals, families, and communities through its advocacy. ===== DSC03995.JPG ===== 8 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 17, 2010 Bishop William P. DeVeaux, our Sixth Episcopal leader of the state of Georgia, presented the First District Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Richard Franklin Norris, to preach the Opening Founder's Day Sermon. / The Sixth Episcopal District Founder's Day Celebration By Rev. Solomon Giles The distinguished native of Georgia preached a ® powerful sermon to a WR capacity crowd on this %} Founder's Day Celebra- Py | tion of Richard Allen. ‘neces tm DAY CREE SEs D ers VO neem Peale pee ay si sora ied Hee! Presiding Elder John W. Bass of the Southern r District gave the opening hymn of praise. sy - end ® PMG; PAM DeVeaux and Bishop William P. DeVeaux, along with Pastor George Moore, Jr., —— and Mrs. Shirley Taylor, the First Lady of the West Savannah District: Enjoying the beautiful sight of the Founder's Day Parade. Founder's Day Celebration in Savannah, GA-at the Mother Church, Saint Philip Monumental with Pastor George Moore, Jr. ===== DSC03996.JPG ===== MAY 17, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 9 THIRD EPISCOPAL DISTRICT MID-YEAR CONVOCATION COLUMBUS, OHIO, MARCH 18-20 By Rev. Gloria L. Sydnor Smith, Esq.* The Third District Mid-year/Founder’s Day Convocation, hosted by Bishop C. Garnett Henning, Sr. and Episcopal Supervisor Ernestine Henning, focused on social justice issues within the African American Community. Presiding Elder Wilton I. Blake (Cincinnati District) con- ducted an early morning Bible Study class that addressed social justice issues from a biblical viewpoint and also discussed the social justice issues that we face today; poor education, single parent households, ex-con re-entry, addictions, employment, and economic development. The Reverend Dr. Mark Kelly Tyler, Pastor of Mother Bethel, pre- sented a workshop on the history of Social Justice within the A.M.E. Church, entitled, “Richard Allen, Apostle of Freedom - A Model for Social Justice & Ministry.” Rev. Tyler pointed out that the A.M.E. Church began with the activism of Richard Allen and Absalom Jones for walking out of St. George’s when the Methodist Episcopal Church decided that African Americans should be subject to them rather than to God. Rev. Tyler effectively argued that church ministry is not lim- ited to “preaching Jesus” in the pulpit. But the church must go outside the walls of the church to address social justice issues in this nation and the world. There are social justice issues in our community that cannot be ignored. And African American churches need to do everything they can to address these issues. Later, there was a panel discussion (Rev. Earl G. Harris/Rev. Madonna Gray/Rev. Dale Snyder/Rev. Shane Floyd), entitled “A Min- istry of Social Justice,” on ways that the A.M.E. Church and its leaders can address social justice issues. There was a lot of discussion on jobs, improving education and the plight of African American children in the foster care system throughout the United States. African Ameri- cans need to invest their time and money in our children. We can create our own agencies and 501(3)(c) corporations rather than rely on others to “help” our children. Instead of reacting to social justice issues, we need to take action and do something. As Rev. Gray stated, “It takes a village to raise a village.” *The Rev. Gloria L. Sydnor Smith, Esq., is the Pastor of Whitman Chapel A.M.E. Church in Belpre, Ohio. DR. BILL DICKENS SHARES LITTLE- KNOWN FACTS ABOUT RICHARD ALLEN GLEANED FROM FREEDOM'S PROPHET AUTHORED BY DR. RICHARD NEWMAN By Bill Dickens [recently purchased and finished reading Freedom's Prophet, Dr. Richard Newman’s splendid 2008 biography on Bishop Richard Allen. The paper- back edition is organized into ten chapters covering approximately 340 pages. The book is well-researched and presents a balanced and fair picture of Bishop Allen without engaging in unnecessary deification of the person. We do this too often (deification) for both Allen and Dr. M. L. King, Jr. The book makes a compelling and convincing argument that Allen’s role in his- tory should be understood in the context of him as an early American Founding Father because of his keen understanding of the principles embedded in the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution and applying those principles in his quest for moral uplift of African people. Here are (at a minimum) Ten Interesting Things readers will learn from the biography. This book (Freedom’s Prophet) is truly a must-read for any AME. member serious about wanting to understand their Founding Father. 1. Richard Allen’s eulogy of President George Washington. 2. Walkout at St. George Methodist Episcopal occurring probably 1792 and not 1787. 3. Richard Allen’s remarkable business acumen as a chimney sweep businessman. 4. Daniel Coker’s contribution as the Ist elected (not consecrated) A.M.E. Bishop. Coker subsequently declined the position and yielded to Allen. 5. Jacob Tapisco’s role as Allen’s Associate Minister at Mother Bethel and co-author of the first A.M_E. Discipline. 6. Rev. John Emory’s (Emory University is named after him) role in hin- dering Allen’s quest for an independent A.ME. Church. Because of Emory’s obstinate behavior, Allen founded the A.M.E. Church without READER RESPONSE _TOEDITORIAL AND OTHER ISSUES To the Editor RE: “The Pastor 1s Not the Team Captain” In your article “The Pastor Is Not the Team Captain,” why is it that you did not include the class leaders? It seems to me that we under - estimate the importance of the Class Leader, when discussing the offi- cers of the church. Vertie J, Young Bethel A.M.E. Church San Antonio, Texas Editor’s Comment: Thank you for the reminder, class leaders are an important part of the team. Sorry for overlooking the class leaders. To the Editor I appreciate receiving and reading The Christian Recorder Online and regularly forward the articles (particularly those that might foster conversation) to my email contacts. Only yesterday, one of the items discussed and agreed on by several individuals at an Atlanta North Georgia Annual Conference Women in Ministry event was the need for the A.M.E. Church as well as Women In Ministry to develop strategies to market itself utilizing contemporary tools of communi- cation. Your remark in the submission only confirms and underscores the need for a marketing strategy utilizing contemporary tools of communication. Great job! On another note, the essay “The Black Church Is Dead,” sparked some FaceBook conversation, where some individuals agreed and others disagreed about the author’s conclusion about the Black Church. While I do not believe that the Black Church is dead, I will state that it (the church) might need some resuscitation to improve its vital signs. Dr. Cone is correct and it was also an appropriate way to conclude your article but sometimes we still do not like criticism even from within the family. are ; Peace! ~ “Fhe Rev. Velma E. Grant To the Editor I recently read a hard copy of The Christian Recorder and realized how much I miss receiving the paper. I think I will go back to a sub- scription. It is easier reading. z 'g To the Editor ee RE: Breaking News Thank you so much for these updates! Sister Monica Bailey Muskogee, Oklahoma the need for presiding elders. 7. Rev. Peter Spencer’s role in establishing the first independent black denomination (African Union Methodist Protestant Church in 1813). This occurred three years before the A.M.E. denomination was formed. 8. Allen’s repurchase of Mother Bethel for an amount of $10,000.00. A white Presiding Elder, using legal and financial chicanery, forced Bethel to be closed and put on an auction block. 9.A church split at Mother Bethel. Several disgruntled Bethelites regarding Allen’s management style breakaway and form the ‘Wesley Church.’ 10. Allen’s political economy support of: African Colonization (rebuked by his Bethel members who were staunchly anti-colonizers) Haitian Emigration (Allen wanted freed blacks to emigrate to Haiti in hope of economic prosperity and political freedom). _..From Trinity on p1... Haiti Quake Relief Fund. We praise God for allowing our youth to touch and transform lives for Christ! Trinity A.M.E. Church has 125 members and is located in Waukegan, Illinois. The Rev. Dr. Reginald Blount is the pastor of Trinity A.M.E. Church. ——————— as ===== DSC03997.JPG ===== 10 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 17, 2010 SS sensmseeeseeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeeeene mee eemasasasmamssemnamemmamueam eT ee ...From Ward Chapel on pl... was “An Excellent Ministry.” The Conference opened with worship on Thursday evening. As has become the custom of this team of presiding elders, Presiding Elder Donna F. Roberson of the Midwest North District preached the opening message entitled, “Watch Your Mouth” from Proverbs 18. Elder Roberson reminded us that “there is power in your words, so watch your mouth” and to consider four things before repeating information: “Is it true?”, “Is it complete?”, “Is it necessary?”, and “Is it kind?” The Ward Chapel Choir took us to higher heights in worship through song, reminding us that “He Made the Difference” and that we serve a “God of a Second Chance.” Following Roll Call of clergy and district stewards on Friday morning, the second day of the Midwest South District Conference was under-way with a conference institute presented by the Rev. Dr. Joseph N. Cousin, Sr., pastor of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Ann Arbor, Michigan and the brother of Presiding Elder Cousin. Dr. Cousin related excellence in ministry with putting God first and being dedicated to offering excellent customer service. Dr. Cousin, who is a graduate from Hampton University, Boston University School of The- ology and Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary, noted that “people rate churches by what they experience and will come back when they have received quality service” and that “we insult God when we present less than excellence in music, preaching and friendliness.” Dr. Cousin concluded the institute by leading us through the Vision (what we will become), Mission (why we are here) and Plan (how we will get there) of excellence in ministry to multiple standing ova- tions and shouts of “Glory, Hallelujah!” That Spirit of Excellence continued at the noon day Hour of Power worship experience as the Rey. Carieta Cain Grizzell, newly appointed pastor of Grant Chapel A.M.E, Church in Wichita, KS preached us happy from the subject, “Turn Your Mess into a Message” from the theme scripture, which was read by her husband, the Rey, Martin Grizzell, pastor of Myers Chapel A.M.E. Church, Great Bend, KS. She reminded us that “God has entrusted us with His ministry in spite of our mess!” That evening, the youth took charge of the wor- ship service during youth night. Youth from across the district took part in the liturgy which featured the Ward Chapel Youth Choir who sang, “Remember, God Is Standing By” and “Jesus Is on the Main Line.” Also featured were the praise dancers from Allan Chapel A.M.E. Church of Kansas City, KS and Ebenezer A.M.E. Church of Kansas City, MO. The Youth Night preacher was our institute leader Dr. Cousin, who focused on our theme scripture, admonishing us that “it’s not about us.” Dr. Cousin re-emphasized to us that “excellence in ministry is not about you, but it’s about God” and that “every excellent thing in our lives comes from God.” Youth night closed with an altar prayer being offered for the preachers and laity to be com- mitted to excellence in ministry. A gift of pew Bibles was presented by the pastors of the district led by Pastor Anthony Steele of St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Wichita, KS and Pastor Roger Jackson, to the pastoral team of Pastors Darlene and Adam Easley who pastor churches in Independence, Parsons, Coffeyville and Independence, KS. District. stewards, pastors, and component leaders from the Women’s Missionary Society and the Lay Organization were on hand throughout the District Conference to make reports on the work thus far this conference year and for the on-going work of the Church. At the final hour of power on the last day, we ended where we began in excellence in worship and praise. Special music was presented by the gospel ensemble “Inspired” from Boonville, MO, who sang “God Has Smiled on Me,” “Work on Me” and “(God Said) He’ll Make Things Alright.” The Rey. William Sheppard, pastor of St. Matthew’s Chapel in Boonville, MO preached us happy from Genesis 32:24-28, a sermon which proposed the provocative notion that, “There is a Wrestling Match within God’s Church.” Pastor Sheppard admonished us against “wrestling over stuff we have no control of’ and concluded that “God is tired of the wrestling match going on in our churches.” The spirit of excellence permeated throughout the District Conference from the sermons that were preached, to the reports that were given and the teaching that was received. The good people of Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church in Kansas City, MO, under the leadership of Pastor Roger Jackson opened their doors and hearts to the Midwest South District Conference making all attendees feel at home. In the wake of the Midwest South District Con- ference, under the leadership of a true pastors’ pastor, Presiding Elder Steven A. Cousin, Sr., we are on track to continue to purposely exhibit “An Excel- lent Ministry” for our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. ...From Ecumenical on p65... quality of life for African-Amer- ican women and children. She is known internationally for her work for human rights for all. The world is truly a better place because of the work and witness of Dr. Dorothy Irene Height. “Dr. Height is also an unas- suming and gracious woman of God. When you first see her, impeccably dressed from head to toe, with a soft smile, and a twinkle in her eye, you would not imagine what a powerful woman she has become.” Height was also honored by Church Women United in 1999 as a recipient of the CWU Human Rights Award. “Dr. Height was a tremendous supporter of Church Women United since our beginning in 1941,” said Djamillah Samad, Church Women United national executive in New York. Height and her friend Eleanor Roosevelt, then First Lady, saw the organization as an important witness for peace on the brink of the Second World War. “We are going to miss her greatly. It was through the leadership and guid- ance of women like Dr. Height that working with social justice issues from a Christian perspec- tive became and remains the focus of CWU today,” Samad said. In 1937, while she was working at the Harlem YWCA, Height met famed educator Mary McLeod Bethune, the founder of the National Council of Negro Women, and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, who had come to speak at a meeting of Bethune’s organization. Height eventually rose to leadership roles in both the council and the YWCA. In 2006, the National Council of Churches staff was invited to pre- view performances of a musical about the life of Dorothy Height, “If This Hat Could Talk.” The “hat” referred to Height’s wide-brimmed trademark hats that she wore throughout her life. ...From Indigenous Leadership on p4... eight year Episcopal term limit must be addressed. The current met bishops also needs to be evaluated. The United Methodist Church and the A.M ture without sacrificing their Connectional nature. Fully implementing “indigenous leadership Connectional Church. The process, however, must continue in a systematic and thoughtful fashion. elevated to the Episcopacy as soon as possible, more Episcopal districts are needed in Africa, and the hod of an American dominated General Conference electing and assigning . Zion Church made similar adjustments to their governing struc- ” has the potential to strengthen the work of the THE AMEC HIV/AIDS INITIATIVE AME. churches and disseminating information. By the end of the Annual The AMEC HIV/AIDS initiative was the fulfillment of a dream and answer to the prayers of the Rev. Bernard Smith. After numerous meetings with Bishop McKinley Young, members of the State of Florida Department of Health Bureau of HIV/AIDS, and the then active HIV/AIDS Action Com- mittee of Greene Chapel in Largo, Florida, the future began to unfold. Originally, seven churches within Hillsborough and Pinellas County, Florida participated in a pilot program, which offered education and free testing to their communities. This program was very successful and was funded by Abbott Pharmaceuticals. The evidence of this pilot was presented to Bishop Young and the Westcoast Annual Conference. Bishop McKinley Young then met with Tom Liberti, Chief of the Bureau of HIV/AIDS for the Florida Department of Health. The result of this meeting was the co-signing of a Memorandum of Agreement between the two. The purpose of the agree- ment was to establish a minimum of | A.M.E. Church in every county in the State of Florida. The HIV/AIDS Action committee began contacting the EEE CEC Conference, held during the month of July, 2009, a total of 80 churches signed up to be a registered test site or test location. WAD 2009 was celebrated by all the churches; this is what we can do when GOD show his FAVOR upon his work. Submitted by The HIV/AIDS Action Committee, Pinellas County, Florida Edith Ellerson The Rev. Bernard Smith St. James A.M.E. 1436 South Madison Ave. Clearwater, Fl. 33756 727-442-2336 727-480-6830 Cell ===== DSC03998.JPG ===== MAY 17, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 11 By Rev_N.T. Pitts” what he/she wants. God.” By Dr. Monica C. Jones* Matthew 7:24: Very truly, I tell you, anyone who hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life, and does not come under judgment, but has passed from death to life. Psalm 119:49-50: Remember your word to your servant, in which you have made me hope. This is my comfort in my distress, that your promise gives me life. These Holy Words say better than any writer what our Lord and Savior provides for us as we bid farewell to loved ones. We are human, and in our humanity we do not want to watch family members and friends die. Yet, as clergy and ministers of the Gospel, we, too, must shed tears while being a comfort to others. ...From Bishop McKinley on p5... Young served as the Presiding his BODACIOUS ROBBERS do, but one day he set aside to worship Him in Spirit and in truth. We have taken the six and most of the seventh and have reluctantly given God a couple of hours of His day; and we have the audacity to boast that we have not robbed God. How bold can we be? We have robbed God by not acknowledging His graciousness and we are taking the credit for our accomplishments. We have robbed God by failing to present our bodies as living sac- rifices holy and acceptable according to His will. We have robbed God by not using the time He gave us to teach our children His laws and statutes and using it for our own selfish pur- poses while our children are being led away captive by the tempta- There are numerous references in regard to thieves and robbers throughout the Bible. There is a difference between a thief and a robber. Their MO is dif- ferent but their goal is the same. The goal of a thief and a robber is to take the property of others by force and intimidation. The thief waits for the right time when he/she thinks that there is no one around or nobody is looking. He/she does not anticipate hurting or killing anyone but circumstances may impel them to do so. A robber has no reservations when it comes to killing or hurting an individual; he/she is prepared to do whatever it takes, and that includes killing to get The Old Testament book of Malachi asks the question, “Will a man rob God?” Malachi 3:8. Will a man/woman be foolish enough to even attempt to rob One who is omnipresent, omnipotent and omniscient? One has to be awfully foolish or totally insane to even think about robbing such a one with such great attributes. Many of us will hasten to say, “I have not, and I am not robbing Malachi said, “You have robbed God through tithes and offerings.” Many of us may boast that we have never robbed anybody, but don’t be too hasty in making such a declaration. In the Ten Com- mandments God gave humankind six days to do whatever he had to education by tions of the world. than “I was blessed.” WHEN WE GRIEVE As the Georgia Conference worshiped recently at the home going of a fallen member of the cloth in the Sixth Episcopal District, I watched solemnly as speaker after speaker spoke of the good works of this great pastor and our Presiding Prelate, Bishop DeVeaux, gave words of encouragement. I listened to the beau- tiful songs of hope and pondered about the apparent finality of it all. I did not know Rev. Benson personally, but I stood with dozens of others in his honor and shared in the grief that could be felt so deeply. Periodically, my thoughts went to how fragile life can be as I remembered other home going services that were taking place on that same day around the A.M.E. Connection. When death comes, whether unexpected or obtaining Church. This formed the Angola We rob God when we spend time talking about our good luck rather than about His good love. We are quick to say “I was lucky” rather We must keep in mind that the things we do may surprise some people, but we can never surprise God. Using the phrase used by some athletes we are saying to God, “In Your face.” Are you a bodacious robber? Think about it. *The Rev. N.T. Pitts (Ptaegar@aol.com), author, teacher, counselor, and humorist is a retired A.M.E. pastor living in Eatonville, Florida. not, we feel the pain; however, when it is sudden, the shock can paralyze us. No words seem to help. We cry. We hurt. We grieve. And yet, the Psalmist declares to us, that in our distress, this is our comfort: The Lord’s promise gives us life! When we grieve, we are being human. God expects us to cry. But if we are to truly be the Lord’s faithful children, carrying the banner, high, our grief must give way to gratitude — the gratitude in knowing that our God is still good, and when God calls our loved ones, they have passed on not to death, but from death to life. And so it is. *The Reverend Dr. Monica C. Jones is the newly appointed pastor of Flipper Chapel AMEC in the Savannah District, Savannah, Georgia. ode (eel Ne Se Bishop Young was re-elected to Bishop of the 10th Episcopal Dis- trict, (Texas) for the Quadren- nium 2000-2004. During this Quadrennium Bishop Young chaired the Board of Trustees for Paul Quinn College. From 1996 through 2000, Bishop Young was the Ecumenical and Urban Affairs Officer for the AME. Church, and the Endorsing Agent for all chaplains in the denomination. In 1992, Bishop Young was elected and conse- crated the 109th Bishop of the AME. Church; and was assigned to the 15th Episcopal District, which includes the southern part of the Republic of South Africa, Namibia and Angola. Bishop Young is a native of Atlanta, a son of the parsonage and a product of the public schools of Atlanta. He furthered degrees from Morris Brown Col- lege, Atlanta; Andover Newton Theological School, Newton Centre, Massachusetts; and the University of Chicago Divinity School, Chicago, Illinois. Bishop Young received the Doctor of Humane Letters (Honorary) from Morris Brown College and Paul Quinn College and a Doctor of Divinity (Honorary) from Edward Waters College. In South Africa, he led mem- bers of the 15th Episcopal District in the Centennial Celebration of the A.M.E. Church in Southern Africa. While serving as Secre- tary of the Council of Bishops, and Presiding Bishop of the 15th Episcopal District, he participated in the reception of 12,000 mem- bers of the Angola Independent Methodist Church into the A.M.E. Annual Conference of the 15th Episcopal District of the A.M.E. Church. Bishop Young Chairs the Board of Directors for A.M.E.-SADA, the Service and Development Agency of the A.M.E. Church providing leadership in Interna- tional Development. He also serves as Chair of the Commis- sion on Annuity Investment and Insurance. Previously, he served as President of the General Board, Chair of the Commission on Global Witness and Ministry, and Women In Ministry. He serves with honor and dis- tinction as a member of the Exec- utive Committee of the World Methodist Council, the Executive Committee of the Central Com- mittee of the World Council of Churches (WCC) 1998-2006. the Central Committee of the WCC at the Ninth (9th) Assembly in Porto Alegre, Brazil in 2006. Bishop Young is married to Dorothy Jackson Young of Boston, Massachusetts. They are the par- ents of Mr. Ron and Mrs. Karyn Young-Lowe; The Reverend Julius and Mrs. Deana Young McAllister; Mr. Roderick and Mrs. Andrea Young Jones, Miss Stephanie Lynn Young and grandparents of Little Miss Jennifer Renee Lowe, Master Julius Harrison McAllister, III, Master Peyton Leigh Jones, Master Colin McKinley Young McAl- lister, Little Miss Jessica Christine Lowe, and Master Dylan David Jeremiah McAllister. *The Reverend Edrena Houston Brown, MACE tributed to this article. con- ===== DSC03999.JPG ===== 12. THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 17, 2010 / 1, 2 @ arnican METHODIST eae CHURCH Gg" Episcopal Distriet Will Close their Doors at Uf 40 i We are taking the Witness to the Streets in Ou Own Communities from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 orm; BISHOPS’ COUNCIL AND GENERAL BOARD MEETING JUNE 27 - 30, 2010 7:00PM For more information contact the 9th Episcopal ‘i < < WI T H District Office at ‘ if} 205.326.4499 or =| SPECIAL www.ninthamec.org : ’ F GUESTS DR. ROBERT MICHAEL FRANKLIN KURT CARR PRESIDENT OF MOREHOUSE COLLEGE AND THE KURT CARR SINGERS ATLANTA, GA BIRMINGHAM JEFFERSON CONVENTION COMPLEX 2100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR. BLVD. NORTH * BIRMINGHAM, AL BLACK TIE AFFAIR - TICKETS $75.00 James L. Davis, Servant Bishop -- Arelis B. Davis, WMS Supervisor
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  ===== DSC03975.JPG ===== ee VOL. 159, NO. 16 CELEBRATING THE “A” IN A.M.E. - CONNECTION, COMMUNITY, AND COMMITMENT By Rev. Linda E. Mouzon* Words cannot always convey the dynamic flavor of an event. Such is true of the Second Episcopal District Founders’ Day convened by Bishop and Mrs. Adam J. Richardson, February 18 — 20, 2010 at Reid Temple A.M.E. Church in Glenn Dale, MD. The Rev. Jonathan Weaver and the planning committee led this spiritually uplifting experience. The theme, “Celebrating the “A” in A.M.E.,” engendered a greater appreciation for our history and heritage, increased our commitment to extending our ministry internationally, and re- energized our yearning for a more glorious future for the church of Allen. As Bishop Richardson sagely averred, “At some of our churches in Africa the name that appears on the cornerstone is African M.E. Church. Framing our name in this manner, | African M.E. Church gives credence to | Continued on p4-5 BISHOP SARAH DAVIS, PRESIDING PRELATE, 16TH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT, MAKES FULL HAITI EARTHQUAKE UPDATE/REPORT Memorandum To: Council of Bishops, African Methodist Episcopal Church Date: Wednesday Evening, April 14, 2010 Re: Haiti Update and Recap of Travel March 23-27, 2010 Greetings, from Port of Spain, Trinidad where we are in Annual Conference: Included are (1) Post Haiti Earthquake Onsite Visit No. 002 [Travel Narrative] and (2) Notes from our Post Haiti Earthquake Steering Com- mittee Meeting No. 01. During our initial session with the civil engi- neer we learned two things which could have significant financial implications for us in the “GOD OUR FATHER = CHRIST OUR REDEEMER - THE HOLY SPIRIT OUR COMFORTER = HUMANKIND OUR FAMILY” U.S. Senator Barbara Mukulski, Bishop Adam Jefferson Righardson e Whether a building can be rebuilt on its current loca- tion is a decision the govern- ment makes. No buildings can be rebuilt or renovated at its current location within the city limits of Port-au-Prince without first receiving the Government’s approval. HCONDEN MAY 3, 2010 = *, * a * + Pn ~ * - f te ' THE BLACK AMERICANS FOR ABSTINENCE AND PRO-LIFE TEENAGERS PROJECT (FOR GIRLS) By Kim Wilson* The Rlack Americans for Abstinence and Pro-Life Teenagers Project (for Girls) located in the Atlanta, Georgia area has helped many churches and ministries to increase their out- reach by implementing effective projects to help others throughout the United States and around the world, such as Goodwill/Jane Fonda Outreach Project; Atlanta Homeless Shelter for Women and Children; Christian Women’s Home Business Network; God’s Active People Anti-Drug Project (“Get High Bishop Sarah H. Davis months and years ahead: + None of the standing, yet damaged buildings will be approved with only renovation work being done to them. All post January 12, 2010 built buildings “must” be built to seismic specifications (ie., all of the yet standing A.M.E. churches and schools will have to be torn down and rebuilt). Accordingly, even after we receive the civil engi- neer’s report (projected for May), we still will not be able to move forward if the Government has not yet given us approval to build in the same location. Once the engineer’s report is in hand, we will pro- ceed to prepare a projected budget. To date we have disbursed $62,139.51 US dol- on Jesus; Crack the Bible”) and many others. The Black Americans for Abstinence and Pro-Life Teenagers Project (for Girls) pro- vides an effective workshop to help them avoid the negative consequences of pre-mar- ital sex (such as unwanted pregnancies, STDs (sexually lars of the $122,748.16 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS MOURNS THE LOSS OF SOCIAL WORK PIONEER AND CIVIL RIGHTS ICON DR. DOROTHY I. HEIGHT Pending National Social Work Reinvestment Bill is named in her honor WASHINGTON — Today, the nation lost one of the foremost leaders of the Civil Rights Movement and the social work profession. Dr. Dorothy I. Height was a renowned civil rights leader and a vital force in the struggle for human rights and equality in the United States for more than half a century. She most recently presided as Chair and President Emerita of the National Council of Negro Women, a position she held for more than 40 years. A proud social worker, Dr. Height earned her graduate degree at the New York University School of Social Work and began her career as a caseworker in the New York Welfare Department. Dr. Height went on to hold several leadership positions with the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA), where she led a national campaign to integrate all YWCA facilities. ...Continued p10 ...Continued p7 ...Continued on p10 PEW STUDY RAISES QUESTIONS FOR METHODIST LEADERS A UMNS Report By Marta W. Aldrich* Mirroring most other mainline U.S. denominations, United Methodists are generally older, whiter and wealthier in a nation that is increasingly populated with young adults, people of color and families with modest incomes. The United Methodist Church also is losing more members than it’s gaining, with its parishioners increasingly moving to evangelical Protestant churches or choosing not to affiliate with another religious group at all. That portrait of United Methodism was presented in a landmark study of religion in America released Feb. 25 by the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life. Based on interviews with more than 35,000 Americans age 18 and older, the study found that U.S. religion is increasingly diverse and fluid--"a vibrant marketplace where individ- uals pick and choose religions that meet their ...Continued on p9 Ta00Z Od ‘NOLONIHSYM “HITT bETT “¢ ‘WwW dOHSIG dWoo t OOf ALS MN “LS NOSGUYWHOTY ===== DSC03976.JPG ===== 2 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 3, 2010 AN AFFORDABLE EVANGELISM RESOURCE FOR THE px caivin. syanorm ~SMALLEST CHURCHES AND FOR LARGE CHURCHES, TOO The 20th Editor of The Christian Recorder he A.M.E. Church has got to keep rolling forward and The Chris- tian Recorder is committed to sharing information with its readers. The technology is in place; we just have to use it. So many things are available to us, i.e., conference calls, video-taping worship services, PowerPoint presentations, less paper, the use of MySpace, online Sunday School classes and online Bible Studies, whatever it takes to communi- cate the Gospel of Jesus Christ, should be utilized. If we hope to main- tain relevancy, we have to use a new paradigm of A.M.E. Church outreach-thinking. The address below allows readers to view the 36-minute video-clip of the worship ser- vice that was held at the A.M.E. Sunday School Union on February 20, 2008. The Rev- erend Roderick Belin was the preacher, Dr. Daryl Ingram was the worship leader and Dr. Richard Lewis introduced the preacher. The Flip video-camera http://www.theflip.com/ was easy-to-operate and purchased for $199 and the website http://www.vimeo.com/ that converted the file was free. The video camera takes two AA batteries. After the file is con- verted, voila, you have a link that can be emailed or posted on a website. Go here: http://www.vimeo.com/748675 And then click on the video to start the video-clip. You may need to install Adobe Flash 7; just follow the instructions on the opening page. There are other websites that convert files and if any of you discover additional sites and insights into the video-tape ministry, please share them with The Christian Recorder, chsydnor@bellsouth.net, so that we can share the information with others - “Alone, we can do little; together we can do much.” The Rev. Darryl Ford sent me the website http://www.vimeo.com/ that he uses to download his sermons. aad nae ite The Christian Recorder The Christian Recorder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (USPS 016880) is published bi-weekly by the AMEC Sunday School Union, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203-4181. Periodicals postage paid at Nashville, Tennessee. The Christian Recorder was established in 1852. 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Although we are unable to acknowledge those let- ters we cannot publish, we appreciate the interest and value the views of those who take the time to send us their comments. Letters intended for publication should be addressed to The Christian Recorder/Letters to the Editor, 512 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181. All photograph submissions are the property of The Christian Recorder and will not be returned. Postmaster, please send address corrections to SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION OF THE A.M.E. CHURCH, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203-4181 The technology is in place; we just have to use it. So many things are available to us, i.e., conference calls, video-taping worship ser- vices, PowerPoint presen- tations, less paper, the use of MySpace, online Sunday School classes and online Bible Studies, whatever it takes to communicate the Gospel of Jesus Christ, should be utilized. Here is my experience: | downloaded the video, and that was easy, but then I inadvertently made the file a “private” file instead of a “public” file that everyone could view; and of course I would think that churches would use the “public” settings. The private settings allow designated persons to view the video-tapes. I didn’t do any editing of the video-clip, and I am sorry to say that I didn’t read the directions. If you read the directions, your video-clips will be even better. Titles can be placed with the video-clips and other “bells and whistles” added such as zooming in and out. One down- side was that converting the video took a long time; a couple of hours. I have also done some further research and I believe that there are other video recorders that can do the same thing as the Flip, but I have not tested any of the other video recorders. In taping the service at the Sunday School Union, I just handed the video-recorder to Mr. André Wright, who works in the front office of the SS Union and asked him to video-tape the service; no tripod, no speakers, just hand- held. I returned home and downloaded and converted the video clip without any editing. Video-clips can be edited. The Flip has its own built in USB port and can video-tape 30 and 60-minute segments with the Flip. I purchased the 60-minute model. The website, http://www.vimeo.com, is a great start-up site, but there may be other sites and certainly other sites that may be purchased. As an evangelism tool, you can send video-clips to the sick and shut- ins, to college students, members in the military, members who are out of the area, and to people who may have missed attending worship because of work or because they just didn’t get out of bed to attend worship. % % % SUBSCRIBE! to The Christian Recorder Keep yourself informed about your church for $36.00 Per Year Send Check or Money Order Payable to: The Christian Recorder 500 Eighth Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203-4181 Please PRINT. Payment must accompany order. Allow 4 weeks for delivery. Name Address City/ State/ Zip _ downloading..video-clips..is..very..simple.You_ ===== DSC03977.JPG ===== MAY 3, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Ww FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP RICHARD FRANKLIN NORRIS MAY 13-16, 2010 : NEW ENGLAND ANNUAL CONFERENCE : MAY 12, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Bethel A.M.E. Church 1154 Blue Hills Avenue Bloomfield, CT 06112 Church Phone: (860) 243-5778 Pastor's Phone: (516) 771-8250 The Rev. Ron McCune, Host Pastor The Rev. Herbert L. Eddy, Host PE. MAY 20-23, 2010 : WESTERN NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE : MAY 19, 2010 WMS CONVENTION First Israel A.M.E Church 381 Hamilton Street Albany, NY 12210 Church Phone: (518) 463-8779 Pastor's Phone: (518) 427-6769 The Rev. Edward B. Smart, Host Pastor The Rev. Carlton Gibson, Host PE. MAY 26-30, 2010 : PHILADELPHIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE MAY 25, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Bethel A.M.E. Church 450-512 E. Strawberry Street Lancaster, PA 17602 Church Phone: (717) 393-8379 Pastor's Phone: (717) 392-8559 The Rev. Edward M. Bailey, Host Pastor The Rev. Lawrence C. Henryhand, Host PE. SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP ADAM JEFFERSON RICHARDSON, JR. MAY 4-8, 2010 VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Emanuel A.M.E. Church Portsmouth, VA > Renaissance Hotel and Waterfront Conference: Center, Host Site 425 Water Street Portsmouth, VA Host Site Phone: (757) 673-3000 The Rev. Granger Flythe, Host Pastor The Rev. William A. Dyson, Sr., Host PE. The Rev. Chester W. Morris, Assoc. PE. MAY 18-22, 2010 : WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE : St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church Chapel Hill, NC : The Rev. Thomas 0. Nixon, Co-Host Pastor : : St. Matthew A.M.E. Church, Raleigh, NC, Co- * Host Church The Rev. Marion Robinson, Co-Host Pastor : Hilton North Raleigh Hotel and Conference : Center, Host Site 3415 Wake Forest Road The Rev. Larnie G. Horton, Host PE. The Rev. J. Bernard Wilder, Assoc. PE. JUNE 1-5, 2010 . NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE McCormick's Chapel, Co-Host Church Lumberton, NC The Rev. Dr. Judy Johnson, Co-Host Pastor ? Mt. Horeb A.M.E. Church, Co-Host Church 211 Clubhouse Road Sunset Beach, NC The Rev. Evelyn Gail Dunn, Host PE The Rev. Larry Stanwyk Hinton, Assoc. PE SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP PRESTON WARREN WILLIAMS II AUGUST 23-27, 2010 PALMETTO ANNUAL CONFERENCE Greater Goodwill A.M.E. Church, Host Church Mt. Pleasant, SC The Rev. Herbert Temoney, Host Pastor The Rev. Charles Graves, Host PE. The Rev. Rosalyn Coleman, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Dr. Allen W. Parrott, Co-Host PE. AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 3, 2010 NORTHEAST ANNUAL CONFERENCE Bethel A.M.E. Church Conway, SC The Rev. Richard W. Crummy, Host Pastor The Rev. Dr. William Smith, Host PE. The Rev. Robert Cooper, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Dr. Robert McCants, Co-Host PE. SEPTEMBER 13-17, 2010 COLUMBIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Emmanuel A.M.E. Church Columbia, SC The Rev. Reginald Morton, Host Pastor The Rev. Sandy Drayton, Host PE. The Rev. Dr. James R. Glover, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Joseph Postell, Co-Host PE. SEPTEMBER 20-24, 2010 SOUTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE : St. Stephen A.M.E. Church Hardeeville, SC The Rev. Jonathan Roberts, Host Pastor The Rev. Samuel Myers, Host PE. The Rev. John H. Gillison, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Malachi Duncan, Co-Host PE. OCTOBER 4-8, 2010 PIEDMONT ANNUAL CONFERENCE Long Cane A.M.E. Church Abbeville, SC The Rev. Julius M. Johnson, Host Pastor The Rev. Samuel L. McPherson, Host PE. The Rev. Judy Richardson, Co-Host PE. OCTOBER 11-15, 2010 CENTRAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE Butler Chapel A.M.E. Church Orangeburg, SC The Rev. Helen Zeigler, Host Pastor The Rev. Barbara Chisholm, Host PE. The Rev. Dr, Juenarrl Keith, Co-Host PE. The Rev. Harry Wilson, Co-Host PE. EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP CAROLYN TYLER GUIDRY AUGUST 18-22, 2010 NORTH MISSISSIPPI ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 17, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Faith Community A.M.E. Church 7340 Greenbrook Parkway he Rev. Johnn hn l} > 2, 4 Yr j é nev. William Hardima, SEPTEMBER 22-26, 2010 SOUTH MISSISSIPP| ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 21, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Zion Chapel (Natchez) 228 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Natchez, MS 39120 Church Phone: (601) 442-1396 The Rev. Birdon Mitchell, Host Pastor The Rev. George W. Tyler, Host PE. OCTOBER 6-10, 2010 CENTRAL/NORTH LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 5, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 510 North 11th Street Monroe, LA 71111 Church Phone: (318) 323-6382 The Rev. Cynthia Harris, Host Pastor The Rev. Michele Goodloe, Host PE. OCTOBER 20-24, 2010 LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 19, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church 6175 Scenic Highway Baton Rouge, LA 70805 Church Phone: (225) 356-0719 The Rev. Bland Washington, Host Pastor The Rev. David J. Campbell, Host PE. SIXTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP SARAH FRANCES DAVIS MAY 6-9, 2010 EUROPEAN ANNUAL CONFERENCE MAY 5, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Grady’s Chapel A.M.E. Church The Netherlands, Holland EIGHTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP ERRENOUS EARL MCCLOUD AUGUST 19-21, 2010 BOTSWANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 18, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Motsweli wa Botshelo A.M.E. Church, Host Church PO. Box 601693 Gaborone, Botswana The Rev. Mpho Moruakgomo, Host Pastor The Rev. Mpho Moruakgomo, Host PE. SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2010 MOZAMBIQUE ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Grauziwe Chapel A.M.E. Church, Host Church Shipping Account Department Rua de Poder Popular 216 Beira, Mozambique The Rev. Flora Manuel, Host Pastor The Rev. Jose Bussane, Host PE. SEPTEMBER 23-25, 2010 SWAZILAND ANNUAL CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 22, 2010 tities ANNUAL CONFERENGE SCHEDULES tok kk eke kee Heed CONVENTION lo, Host Pastor The Rev. Sib é The Rev. Solomon J. Nxumalo, Host PE OCTOBER 14-16, 2010 NORTHEAST LESOTHO ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 13, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Botha-Bothe A.M.E. Church, Host Church PO. Box 730 Botha-Bothe 400 The Rev. Solomon Libete, Host Pastor The Rev. M. T. Machefo, Host PE. OCTOBER 14-16, 2010 LESOTHO ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 13, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Agnes Ball A.M.E. Church C/0 PO. Box 223 Maseru 100, Lesotho The Rev. Beatrice Motokoa, Host Pastor The Rev. D.FM. Rafube, Host PE. TWENTIETH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP JULIUS HARRISON MCALLISTER, SR. JULY 28-31, 2010 MALAWI NORTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE JULY 27, 2010 WMS CONVENTION lkama AMEC, Host Church — Buyonde Kyera, Tanzania The Rev. Dauden Mwaipinga, Host Pastor The Rev. Wilson M. Ngulube, Host PE. AUGUST 4-8, 2010 : MALAWI CENTRAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE : AUGUST 3, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Mdabwi AMEC, Host Church Kasungu, Malawi : The Rev. Manuel M. Chamamba, Host Pastor & PE. : AUGUST 11-15, 2010 MALAWI SOUTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE AUGUST 10, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Thomas Chapel AMEC, Host Church Salima, Malawi The Rev. Davison Moyo, Host Pastor The Rev. Vorster Nkhoma, Host PE. AUGUST 25-29, 2010 SOUTHWEST ZIMBABWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE : AUGUST 24, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Ball Tabernacle AMEC, Host Church Nketa Drive, Mpopoma Bulawayo, Zimbabwe The Rev. Phillip S. Gava, Host Pastor & PE. SEPTEMBER 1-5, 2010 : CENTRAL ZIMBABWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE : AUGUST 31, 2010 : WMS CONVENTION Gow Temple AMEC, Host Church Mucheke A. Mabyira 5 Masvingo, Zimbabwe : The Rev. Piet Muparuri, Host Pastor and PE. : SEPTEMBER 8-12, 2010 : NORTHEAST ZIMBABWE ANNUAL CONFERENCE : SEPTEMBER 7, 2010 WMS CONVENTION Phillip Life Centre AMEC, Host Church New Marlborough Harare, Zimbabwe The Rev. Israel Chimuse, Host Pastor The Rev. Dereck Mapanga, Host PE. ===== DSC03978.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 3, 2010 AY 35/2 CELEBRATING THE “A” IN A.M. - CONNECTION, COMMUNITY, AND COMMITMENT ight ' - 7OONS » CONTURDNCAS » a A. Bishop Adam Jefferso Richardson, Mr. Martinho Bachi Codo, First Secretary, Embassy of Angola to the United States; B. R.E.D. Presentation; C. Bishop Richardson, Rev. Weaver and Ambassador Oguin; D. Episcopal Supervisor, Mrs. Connie Speights Richardson; E. Ambassador Cyrille Oguin; F. Kan Kouran West African Dance Company; G. Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony Brown and Rev. Jonathan Weaver; H. Ms. Abiodun Koya; |. Mr. Johnny Moloto, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of South Africa, Mrs. Pamela Moloto ===== DSC03979.JPG ===== MAY 3, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 5 ..From Celebrating on pl... the significance of acknowledging our oneness and the pride in our roots that was emphasized by Richard Allen in advancing our Zion’s name.” The Rev. Harold Mayberry, of First A.M.E. Church of Oakland, set the stage during the opening worship. Our hearts were set ablaze by a relevant and powerful word. Scriptures were read in four languages. The Founders’ Day Symposium featured two prolific scholars. Dr. Cain Hope Felder of Howard University, and Second District resident bib- lical scholar, offered thoughtful insight into geographical, historical and archaeological evidence of the inclusion of Africa and African peoples in the scriptures. Dr, Dennis C. Dickerson, the A.M.E. Church’s Histo- riographer and Executive Director of the Department of Research and Scholarship, offered a comprehensive examination and critique of the life of Richard Allen, other early leaders, and the historical and con- temporary relationship of the African Methodist Episcopal Church on the African Continent. It would have been counterintuitive to celebrate the “A” without the inclusion of our siblings from African and Caribbean nations gracing the occasion. Ambassadors from several nations were recognized at a reception, followed by a banquet to the benefit of the Kittrell Develop- ment Initiative and the Religious, Educational, Charitable and Devel- opment Projects, Inc, (aka RED, Inc.). The event featured the KanK- ouran Dance Company that had us moving to the rhythms that have united us across the ages; and Nigerian singer, Ms. Abiodun Koya, whose melodious soprano in the operatic genre, lifted praise and thanksgiving to God. Our keynote speaker, His Excellency Segbe Cyrille Oguin, ambassador of Benin, spoke of a cooperative future in which peoples of color will help chart a better future for the world, Desiring the celebration to be memorable, Pastor Weaver spear- headed a shoe collection benefitting the peoples of Haiti, and outlined next steps to include on-going dialogue with ambassadors, establishing collaborative projects to promote somatic and emotional wellness, eco- nomical and spiritual growth, and infrastructure development. Since globalization is more than a byword, it is necessary that we build upon the foundation inherent in our name and celebrate the “A” in A.M.E. As Bishop Richardson pointed out, “Many people still don’t know that Africa is a continent with 50 countries and that the Middle East is located, in part, in Africa.” *The Rev. Linda E. Mouzon [revlindamouzon@verizon.net] is Asso- ciate Minister, Union Bethel A.M.E. Church, Randallstown, Maryland. A.M.E. ASTRONAUT STEPHANIE WILSON A CREW MEMBER ON NASA MISSION STS-131 TO THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION By Rev. Salatheia Bryant-Honors Texas Conference reporter Houston, Texas — On April 21, 2010, hundreds of family and friends went to Ellington Field to welcome NASA Astronaut Stephanie Wilson and other astronauts who flew on Space Shuttle Discovery. Wilson is a member of Reedy Chapel A.M.E. Church located in Galveston, Texas. Reedy Chapel is the “Mother Church” of African Methodism in Texas. The Rey. Reginald Honors is the Pastor of Reedy Chapel and the Rev. Salatheia Bryant-Honors is the Co-Pastor. Wilson and the other crew members entered Hangar 990 to the loud cheers of family members. The crew — dressed in their NASA uniforms — waved at the guests as they took their seats on the stage with a large American flag draped behind them. Each astronaut addressed the-crowd _ during the ceremony. The 15-day mission to the International Space Station was Wilson’s third trip into space. The mission brought together the largest number of women — four — in space at one time. STS- 131 was the 33rd mission to the space station. The mission launched on April 5 from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It safely landed on April 20, after a day’s delay because of poor weather conditions. On STS-131 were Shuttle Commander Alan Poindexter, Pilot James Dutton, mission special- ists Dorothy Metcalf-Lindenburger, Wilson, Japanese astronaut Naoko Yamazaki and space walkers Rick Mastracchio and Clayton Anderson. Wilson flew on STS-121 in 2006, and STS-120 in 2007. Commander Poindexter thanked each crew member individually for their work. He called Wilson “a robo pro” in reference to her robotics work during the mission. Wilson served as the lead robotics officer. “Stephanie was a mentor to all of us,” Poindexter said. “This was her third mission on Discovery so she knew the ship inside and out. Stephanie is a detailed-oriented person. She had great command and The 15-day mission to the International Space Sta- tion was Wilson’s third trip into space. The mis- sion brought together the largest number of women — four — in space at one time. STS-131 was the 33rd mission to the space Station. executed as a pro. Stephanie, you were awesome, thanks very much.” Wilson acknowledged her parents who were in the audience and also thanked those in the NASA family who helped prepare the crew for the mission. “We wish we could have taken all of you with us,” she said. The Rev. Salatheia Bryant-Honors, a co-pastor at Reedy, and other members attended the welcome home ceremony at Ellington Field. Reedy Youth members Bryant and Kennedy Honors waved signs hon- oring Wilson’s return. Pastor Salatheia Honors wore a blue cap with the words: “Stephanie Wilson’s Ground Crew” on it. The Principal of Ambassador Preparatory Academy, Dr. Patricia Williams, also a Reedy member, along with a group of students _from the Galveston-based charter school, attended the welcome home gathering. Wilson was able to greet her Reedy members and students from APA following the ceremony. During the mission, Pastor Reginald Honors led directed prayer gatherings. “We are grateful to have the opportunity to participate in her launch and safe return,” said the Rev. Reginald Honors. “Tt is good to have her back. Prayer works.” Wilson has been a member of Reedy for about 10 years. She sings in the choir and is a member of the Steward Board. Wilson has also served as a Trustee. Reedy Chapel is the “Mother Church” of African Methodism in Texas. Slaves were given the prop- erty at 20th and Broadway in 1848 to begin a church. After the end of slavery, Reedy was used as a school for freed slaves. The church is listed as a Texas Landmark and is on the National Registry of Historic Places for its Gothic architecture. Reedy was flooded with about 3 feet of water from Hurricane Ike, forcing its closure for more than 300 days. Wilson was among the vol- unteers who worked early on to clean the sanctuary of mud and debris left behind by the storm. A.M.E. IS STANDOUT BASKETBALL PLAYER AND HONOR STUDENT Late A.M.LE. pastor’s son, Ronald Nored, is basketball star for Butler University. Basketball star Ronald Nored is the son of the late Rev. Ronald Nored, who served as the Pastor of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Ensley, Alabama and Attorney Linda Williams Nored. Butler University played in the NCAA Men’s Final Four tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Tuesday, March 30, 2010 issue of The New York Times identified Ronald Nored as one of the players to watch in the Final Four. The article described Ronald as a “lock-down defender who will harass Michigan State’s hobbled backcourt.” His grandparents are former Presiding Elder Leonard Williams and Mrs. Deloris Kennedy Williams, former Connectional WMS President. They reside in Indianapolis. His grandmother, Sister Deloris Kennedy Williams, said of her grandson, “Ronald is also an honor student and a wonderful Christian” and went on to ask that we keep Butler University and Ronald in prayer. : Butler University was founded in 1855 by attorney and abolitionist Ovid Butler, and is located in Indianapolis’ Butler-Tarkington neighborhood. Editor’s Note: I didn’t know of any other A.M.E.s playing in the F inal Four, so I pulled for Butler University because of Ronald ae ie because his late father was an A.M_E. Pastor, his grandmother was the Connectional AMEC WMS President and his grandfather is a retired A.M.E. Presiding Elder. _————————— SSS. ===== DSC03980.JPG ===== 6 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 3, 2010 A.M.E. CHURCH AND THE CITY OF DETROIT - PANIC OR PLAN The city of Detroit, once a mighty capital of modern industry, has come to the reality that it must downsize its physical size to save itself. Dave Bing, Mayor, announced plans which may include moving residences and services to more populated areas. The vacant areas will be used for urban farming, industry and future develop- ment. The major challenge Detroit faces is that the most populated areas are located in the center and portions near the borders. The middle and east side areas of the city are virtually deserted. Why should the A.M.E. Church be concerned? There are twenty A.M_E. churches located within the city of Detroit. Of these churches, approximately 75% are located in areas potentially impacted by the planned changes. This represents almost a third of the churches in the Michigan Conference. Similarly, within the same Conference, the City of Flint is plan- ning a downsizing of city services as well. Three AME. congregations are located there. Moreover, these churches represent a large portion of the A.ME. Church’s budget, especially the Fourth Dis- trict. The financial impact can be catastrophic. This matter is only a symptom of the current state of our denomination; not only the prob- lems facing the congregations in the city of Detroit. The authors of “Legacy Churches,” Stephen Gray and Franklin Dumond wrote, There is no doubt the church in America is experiencing a crisis. We really have only two choices in the midst of this crisis: panic or plan. The crisis we face as a church can be viewed as a sign of the times, or as an opportu- nity to reengage the culture through the strategic, purposeful planting of new churches. It could be that we do a little of both by allowing our panic to force us to make good plans. We are at the crossroads over the next decade that could propel us into the future with greater effectiveness or cause us to fade away with nothing more than a quiet little whimper. The choice is ours, but we must make the choice with a great sense of urgency. Hopefully, the A.M.E. Church will not cede to panic, but develop proactive, soul-searching solutions. Instead of focusing upon the chal- lenges, this can be the potential starting point of future greatness. An opportunity to restructure our congregations with thoughtful transfers, mergers and yes closures is at hand. This will require brave leadership and not simply knee jerk reactions to a crisis due to external forces. The Book of Discipline of the African Methodist Episcopal Church 2008 does have a process for church development. The process is more grass- roots and does not have the macro-level processes and procedures needed for this type of project. What is needed are research and analysis done on the Conference and/or District level to provide prudent recommendations that will help the whole area and be the best use of resources. Local pas- tors and congregations should not have to face this crisis or make decisions on their own. This challenge can be considered a call to action to the Connection towards Church Development particularly in the United States and Canada. If the situation is handled prop- erly in the Michigan Conference, the lessons learned can be used as a model. We should not fear the changes because God promised in Jeremiah 29:11, “Pll show up and take care of you as I promised and bring you back home. I know what I’m doing. I have it all planned out— plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.” (The Message) Sources: Legacy Churches (2009) by Stephen Gray & Franklin Dumond. Publisher: Church Smart Resources; Understanding Church Growth, 3rd Ed. (1990) by Donald A. McGavran. Pub- lisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.; The Detroit Free Press/Detroit News. Orletta E. Caldwell St. Stephen A.M_E., Detroit LAISSEZ LES BONS TEMPS ROULER By Rev. D. Sinclair Forbes A Celebration of all celebrations in Key West, Florida as Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church under the dynamic leadership of the Rev. D. Sinclair Forbes celebrated the completion of a rededication of the church. The great officers and members celebrated in grand style as they wel- comed guests to an endless weekend of festivities. The Celebration began on Saturday, January 23 with the Junkanoo Parade from the Martin Luther King Pool to the newly renovated and refurbished church which was reconstructed from the rafters to the floor and from the choir loft to the vestibule. During the rededication worship service, Bishop McKinley Young, Pre- siding Prelate of the 11th Episcopal District, electrified the attendees from the South Conference with his homily from Acts 2 which was entitled “The Ideal Church.” Bishop Young reminded us that “Only God is Awe- some, Infinite, and Omnipotent.” We serve an awesome God. If we remain in God’s favor, we will be blessed. In this ecumenical worship service, Dr. Randy Becker, who addressed the congregation, reflected on the fact that the original church downtown was burned by members of his race who did not want a black church downtown in the tourist metroplex. But the members of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church had the courage and conviction to reconstruct Bethel from the ashes of racism and the smoldering fires of apartheid segregation. Pastor Forbes and the members of Bethel received the flag of the “Conch Republic,” which has as its motto: “We [Succeeded] Where Others Have Failed.” Bishop Young, the 109th Elected and Consecrated Bishop of the Church, led the congregation in the rededication ceremony: “In the Name of the Father, of the Son, and the Holy Spirit, We Rededicate Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church to the Glory of God and the Service of His Kingdom and the Human Family.” Attending this rededication ceremony were Bishop McKinley Young and Dr. Dorothy Jackson Young, Episcopal Supervisor of the 11th Episcopal District; Host Presiding Elder John L. Bodison; Presiding Elder Jimmy James Thompson; and Presiding Elder Vincent Floyd Mitchell. Other guests included: Presiding Elder Ralph Wilson and Presiding Elder James Oscar Williams; and a great host of clergy and laity from the South Conference and members of the community ecumenical body of Christ. Afterwards, a scrumptious meal in the style of the “Conch Republic” was served by the members of Bethel under the leadership of their erudite pastor, the Rev. D. Sinclair Forbes, who proved to be a gracious and humble host at the rededication of his charge at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church located in Key West, Florida. THE HISTORIC EBENEZER A.M.E. CHURCH PREPARES WOMEN TO BE “POSITIONED FOR HIS PURPOSE” The Reverend Sharon D. Moore, First Lady and Assistant Pastor of Historic Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church in Detroit, will spearhead the 2010 Journey toward Women’s Day with two exciting months of activ- ities with shared experiences that will encourage and train women to be “Positioned for His Pur- pose.” The Reverend Byron C. Moore is pastor of Historic Ebenezer A.M.E. Church. Reverend Sharon, who also facilitates the E.A.G.LES. (Expectations As God Leads Each Sister) Women Ministry at Ebenezer, says the theme “Positioned for His Purpose”, will offer insight regarding the necessity of spiritual posi- tioning to cultivate the God-daughter relationship. The spiritual relationship of each woman will inevitably be impacted by the intentional engage- ment in efforts that encourage spiritual growth, a ministry that will provide an atmosphere for women to be developed within the walls of the church. Women will then be equipped to minister to women inside and outside of the church. The journey toward Women’s Day began on Friday, March 26, 2010 with “Marathon March Friday.” The Women’s Retreat that was held at the Colombiere Retreat and Conference Center was a two-day event (Friday and Saturday April 9-10) that offered workshops, meditations and opportu- nities for women to bond and grow spiritually. Friday, April 23, 2010 was “The Women’s Preach Fest Service,’ where Detroit area women preachers provided ministry. On Saturday, May 15, the 4th District Super- visor of Missions, the Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant, wife of Bishop John R. Bryant, Senior Bishop of the A.M.E. Church and Presiding Prelate of the 4th Episcopal District, will hold a “Sisters Summit” at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church. The summit will be a version of the International Women’s Prayer Convocation which was headed by Dr. Bryant, Reverend C, as she is affectionately known, that was held in Toronto, Canada last year. The journey will end culminating with a Women’s Day Celebration of historic propor- tions at Ebenezer. For the first time in history, the only two Epis- copal supervisors who are ordained clergy will be ministering on Sunday, May 16, 2010. The 7:30 a.m. sermon will be delivered by the Rev- erend Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant and the 10:30 a.m. sermon will be delivered by the Supervisor of Missions for the 10th Episcopal District, the Reverend Dr. Jessica Kendall Ingram, wife of Bishop Gregory G. M. Ingram, the Presiding Prelate of the 10th Episcopal District. The Reverend Sharon Moore is excited by the choice of speakers for Women’s Day. We are honored to have them deliver the word of God to the people of God. The experience, no doubt, will leave women empowered, humbled and “Positioned for His Purpose.” ===== DSC03981.JPG ===== MAY 3, 2010 ..From Bishop Sarah Davis on p1... received in the 16th District directly from donors (As of March 31, 2010). We have not made any request for funds received in the CFO’s Office. These funds will be needed (and more) for the work ahead of us for construction of our churches, schools and multipurpose centers. I am preparing a complete report for presen- tation to the General Board in June 2010 with recommendations. Post Haiti Earthquake Onsite Visit No. 002 - Travel Narrative: Bishop Sarah Davis Port-Au-Prince, Haiti Tuesday thru Saturday, March 23-27, 2010 Travel to Haiti Commercial airlines are now flying into and out of Haiti and thus our flight canceled on three previous occasions prior to March, 2010, was on time and arrived safely at Toussaint Louver- ture International Airport, Port-Au-Prince, Haiti ([ATA:PAP), March 23, 2010. IATA: PAP is still under the control of the United States Air Force and yet serves as one of two operational airports near the epicenter of the earthquake (Jacmel Airport is the other airport in service and is under the control of the Canadian Forces). IATA: PAP is also serving as the Air Force camp, storage facility for shipments and control site for air operations. The movement of the hundreds of persons flying into to Haiti on Tuesday, March 23rd, was commendable. While the receiving and processing of incoming passengers through immigration and the handling of all luggages from plane to owners was being conducted in a ~ make-shift warehousé, the process took less than one hour once bused to the area from the air plane. It was crowded and hot, but surpris- ingly, the process moved quickly. American Airlines has done much to have adequate number of personnel on hand to give direction and to handle the processing of its passengers once they are at the airport in Haiti. Accommodations and Food in Haiti While much of life appears to be moving along with as much normalcy as can be expected with buildings still crumbled in places and debris everywhere and streets crowded, there still were no public living accommodations that we could find in Port-au-Prince. Some persons traveling to Port-au-Prince are staying in the homes of residents of Port-Au-Prince whose homes were not destroyed (example: Reverend Francois Murat’s aunt’s home still stands while his neighbors on either side of his aunt’s home were destroyed). However, power and water supplies remain issues for everyone in Haiti. Supervisor Claytie and I secured housing in Petionville in the eastern suburbs of Port-Au- Prince at one of several hotels which are open. [It should be noted that the prices of hotels, food, rental cars and supplies everywhere have been unbelievably inflated.] In Petionville, grocery stores are open and in full swing. In Port-au-Prince the street markets and vendors are as busy selling whatever they can. If the destroyed buildings, tent communi- ties and all the debris were not in front of you as reminders, one would think that all was as it was prior to January 12, 2010. THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 7 LSS SSS Ground Travel in Haiti Traffic has always been challenging, both in how persons drive and in the volume of traffic on the poorly maintained streets. In a post-earth- quake context, the traffic is three times as bad; the streets have pot holes the size of ditches and many streets are impassable due to brick, mortar and building debris which has been dumped on to the streets. Two lane streets have “four lane” traffic. Pedestrian traffic is almost as chal- lenging as the automobiles, busses and United Nations military patrol vehicles. The Mission on this Second Post Earth- quake Visit The purpose of this second trip to Haiti (first trip was February 15th by vehicle from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) was to visit each of the eight churches damaged or destroyed; to talk with the members of the congregations at the various sites; to meet with engineers, agency vol- unteers and NGO’s on behalf of our 398 families who have been displaced since January 12, 2010; to meet for a brief Annual Conference session to make presiding elder and pastor appointments for the 2010-2011 church year and resolve out- standing property issues; and finally to meet with persons named to the Steering Committee (Haiti) to plan our way forward and to discuss immediate needs now that the emergency phase of the recovery is behind us. Mission Activities Tuesday — Saturday Tuesday, March 23, 2010 Visit with SADA Staff at SADA office; met with Mr. Don Tatlock of Church World Ser- vices who had just delivered the four (4) boxes of medical supplies which we had requested of Church World Services after our visit February 15th through Dr. George Flowers, Director of Global Witness and Min- istry. Delivered to SADA were medical sup- plies which, in normal circumstances, would take care of 1000 families for over a four month period. Mr. Tatlock indicated that the 35 tents which were promised to 35 of our 398 A.M.E. families who have been displaced from their homes were still held up in the Dominican Republic, but should be delivered during Holy Week. Later that evening we arrived and met with Presiding Elder Mehu of the St. Paul P.E. Dis- trict and Reverend Francois Murat to review the agenda for the week of travel and meetings. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 9:00 a.m. — 1:30 p.m. Our first stop was at Mary Beckett A.M.E. Church. At 9:00 a.m. we met with members of the Haiti Annual Conference. The two pre- siding elders and 12 pastors were present along with approximately 50 lay members from the 13 churches of the Haiti Annual Conference. Following devotion the Bishop greeted the congregation and explained the purpose of the weeklong visit. Members were invited to share the status of their current situations. All were grateful for the emergency assistance given to heads of households (398 families) for food/medical and hygiene supplies/water fol- lowing Bishop’s February 15th visit. Presiding elders and pastors were given their 2010-2011 appointments back to their churches. Bishop emphasized that these appointments Were now current should any of the pastors need to present verification of their positions with the A.M.E, Church in carrying out the business of the Church during this post earthquake time. Bishop and Supervisor were given a very thor- ough tour of Mary Beckett A.M.E. Church, Croix-des-Bouquets, with Pastor Robert Petit pointing out the damage done by the earthquake. 1:30 — 3:00 p.m. Travel We arrived at our second church site: Christine Smith A.M.E. Church, Petionville around 3 pm. The Church and grounds are all damaged and the building and parsonage which was incomplete will all have to be rebuilt. About 30 members of the Christian Smith A.M.E. Church came to meet us at the Church; seven members and Pastor traveled by Bishop’s vehicle to the Church from the meeting at Mary Beckett A.M.E. Church. Bishop met with Reverend Murat and Sis. Elvire Douglas that evening to get an assess- ment of the emergency procedures, hear about the state of affairs of the church community from their perspectives and to receive input for the agenda for Friday-Saturday’s Steering Com- mittee meeting. Thursday, March 25, 2010 6:30 — 8:45 a.m. Travel Canaan Christ, Tombe Gateau, Rte. Jacmel Once at Tombe Gauteau, we were shown the damages of the Church and then taken to the two plots of land which were purchased prior to the earthquake for the Church, where the rebuilding of the Canaan Christ Revient A.M.E. Church might be realized. Next stop was at John Hurst A.M.E. Church, Gressier, where the entire roof and back wall were completely destroyed. The Pastor’s home and fencing are severely damaged and will also need to be rebuilt. The fence will need to be built post haste to protect our property from persons currently interested in claiming it. Loula Brokentong A.M.E. Church, Mariani, was the last church visited before traveling back to the St. Paul A.M.E. Church site in Port-Au-Prince to meet with the Civil Engineer. Pastor Marc shared with us that the congregation had grown almost 25% since the earthquake and even though they are meeting outdoors, the people are still coming. This church has major structural damages. 2:30 p.m. Meeting with Civil Engineer, Mr. Tommy Galbaud, at St. Paul AMEC Port-Au-Prince ¢ Mr. Galbaud explained that all post-earth- quake building work in Haiti will have to meet seismic specifications. It is doubtful that any of our churches will be able to be renovated as none had seismic specifications met in the initial building of the churches, thus it is suspected that not only the destroyed churches would need to be rebuilt, but also those which have been damaged. The Bishop inquired of the work done by Mr. Tommy Galbaud and whether he would be able to give the attention needed to do the work of the African Methodist Epis- copal Church in Haiti. He responded that he would be working primarily with the reli- gious community in post earthquake engi- neering and construction and could service the needs of the A.M.E. Church. He indi- that he had : ...Continued on p10 cated —— ===== DSC03982.JPG ===== 8 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 3, 2010 eee rr THE FREE AFRICAN SOCIETY Director of Public Relations of the Sixth Episcopal District Lay Organization of the AM.E. Church Local Lay Vice President of Cobb Bethel A.M.E, Church; West Atlanta District Lay Historiographer By Mr. Robert Thomas Matthews III" Every A.M_E. is, or should be, familiar with the Mission, Vision, Purpose and Objectives Statement of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, which states that we should be engaged in carrying out the spirit of the orig- inal Free African Society, out of which the A.M.E. Church evolved. But what do we do not know of the Free African Society is how it originated; what were its objectives, and what contributions it made. This treatise will attempt to answer these questions for our under- standing and clarity. The Free African Society was founded on April 12, 1787—approximately seven months before Allen and others left Saint George’s Methodist Epis- copal Church. It was a non-denominational organization which was formed to elevate the spiritual, economic and social status of the Philadelphia African American Community. Its principal founders were Richard Allen and Absalom Jones, but it also included other prominent black leaders as well as persons such as Joseph Clarke—a white Quaker who became its treasurer. The organization’s charter also mandated that Quakers would always occupy the office of treasurer in order to make the Society’s dealing with financial institutions easier. Each member of the Society was required to contribute one shilling per month to the organization’s treasury and support. The Society, though not religiously affiliated, proved to be much like a church in serving the black community. It gave aid to the widowed, the sick, and the jobless. It regulated marriages and kept record of mar- riages, since they were not recorded for blacks at the time by the civil government. The Society also taught thrift, censured drunkenness, con- demned adultery, and attempted to improve the morals of its members. It also established schools for blacks in the Philadelphia area, since at that time none existed for blacks and there were no provisions made for public schools for blacks in Philadelphia until 1839. Thus, one of the earliest Sunday Schools in America was begun at Mother Bethel Church in 1795 to teach blacks how to read and write. Cyrus Bustill opened a school for black children in his home in 1803 and Absalom Jones enlarged Bustill’s school and opened another one in 1804. Since its charter stipulated that the Treasurer would always be a Quaker, who was most often white, the society eventually began to take on a Quaker form of worship which deeply disturbed Richard Allen, since he preferred that the worship he attended be by and large the one which he knew to be Methodist. Being unable to accept these practices and verbal- izing his concern eventually caused him to be “Read Out” of the Free African Society on June 20, 1789. In 1791, the Society also decided to purchase a permanent place of wor- ship for its “African Members” with which Allen also agreed. History records that Dr. Benjamin Rush (a signer on the Declaration of Indepen- dence), Robert Ralston and even President George Washington supported this effort and made financial contributions to Richard Allen in support of it. Even though he was now disassociated with the Society, it appointed Richard Allen, Absalom Jones, William Grey, and William Wilcher with the task of locating and purchasing the property on which this church would be built. They purchased a plot of land from Mark Wilcox located at 6th and Lombard Street, which then was a very over-populated black community, Members then decided they wanted a church built at 5th Street, south of Walnut Street—a white community. Also, the church’s denomination was still uncertain; members voted to be Episcopalian, though Allen and Jones desired to be Methodists. As we often find today, Allen once again found himself parting ways with the Society over the appropriate worship style that was not Pente- costal, not Anglican, Baptist or Roman Catholic, but distinctly and unequivocally one that was Methodist. Allen was “stuck” with the property at Sixth and Lombard Streets. Using his own money and perhaps that of his first wife, Flora, whom he married in 1790, Allen bought this property and hauled the famous blacksmith shop to the site, were he fitted it for the a place of worship now know as Mother Bethel, and dedicated it on July 29, 1794. The Free African Society eventually decided that their church would become affiliated with the Episcopal Church and asked Allen to accept the role as its pastor. He declined the offer stating that he was, and would forever be, a Methodist. Absalom Jones accepted the offer and Saint Thomas Episcopal Church was born—the first “African” Epis- copal Church in America, with its first “African” pastor— which opened its doors on July 17, 1794 and still exists to the present day. Even though he disagreed with this group over the choice to become a part of the Episcopal Church —Richard Allen, with a spirit of good will, par- ticipated in the ground breaking ceremony of Saint Thomas Church. The Free African Society ceased to exist around 1885, though the rea- sons why it ceased to exist are unknown. One of the reasons is believed to be that it never quite recovered from the Yellow Fever Epidemic, during which it amassed a substantial debt. Additionally, it is also believed that the Society eventually ran out of dues-paying members and that its work was by and large replaced by other benevolent soci- eties and fraternal organizations such as the “Prince Hall ‘African’ Lodge #459” —to which many of its founding member belonged. Today the spirit of the Free African Society still lives and operates through the Mission, Vision, Purpose and Objectives of churches such as Saint Thomas African Episcopal Church and our own African Methodist Episcopal Church, as well as the schools, colleges and other institutions which would be subsequently founded by them. For more information and credits please see: “» http://www.motherbethel.org/museum.htm > http://www.docstoc.com/docs/2197296/The-Free-A frican-Society- of-Philadelphia-The-History-of / The Life Experience and Gospel Labors of the Rt. Rev. Richard Allen: To Which Is Annexed the Rise and Progress of the African Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States (1800; repr. 1960), + Wesley, Charles H. Richard Allen, Apostle of Freedom. Washington: Associated Publishers, 1969. *Mr. Robert Thomas Matthews, III is the Director of Public Relations of the Sixth Episcopal District Lay Organization of the A.M.E. Church, Local Lay Vice President of Cobb Bethel A.M.E. Church, and the West Atlanta District Lay Historiographer. PAIN AND DEVASTATION AT THE COURTHOUSE By Rev. Gloria L. Sydnor Smith* As atrial lawyer, it is fun doing trial work. I get to meet new people through jury selection. I get to paint a picture during opening statements. I get to ask the tough questions to police officers. I get to do a lot of fun things. But it is not fun to witness the pain and devastation at the courthouse. There is too much crime in the African Amer- ican community. It looks like we hate each other. Instead of blaming the white man, we need to take a serious look at ourselves. It is black on black crime that not only kills but separates black people from each other. So instead of being a community based on love and cooperation, we have become a community based on hate and paranoia. This is very painful, and we need to help ourselves because the judicial system was not designed to help us. It is designed to resolve conflict, plain and simple. We will never find true justice in a judicial system. The first priority is clearing the docket, not justice. The system does not care about who’s right and who’s wrong. It only cares that the case is resolved, right or wrong. That’s why innocent people are incarcer- ated and why guilty people go free. True justice only comes from the Almighty and Eternal God. We can’t get justice anywhere else, no matter how hard or how long we try. The judicial system attempts to provide for and be sensitive to everyone’s needs. Prosecu- tors are there to seek justice for the victim. The prosecutor’s office hires people to provide moral support to the victim and their families. Defense attorneys are there to represent the defendant and to make sure that his or her rights are pro- tected. There is no one there to help the family members of the defendant. They did not do anything wrong, yet they are treated like they are the defendant. But for all the things that the judicial system attempts to provide, it falls short. Everyone is overworked because of all the vio- lence and some people that work in the judicial system just don’t care. They don’t feel the pain because it is not happening to them. There is plenty of pain to go around in the African American community and only one solu- tion. We need to seek God with our whole hearts and truly turn all of this mess over to Him. There is no system that is greater than the Creator of the Universe. God loves justice (Psalm 11:7). There- fore, if we truly want justice, we will only find it by faith in Christ Jesus. And when that is done, what we will come to understand is that we need mercy more than we need justice. Lord, please have mercy on the African American community. *The Rev. Gloria L. Sydnor Smith, Esq. is the pastor of Whitman Chapel A.M.E. Church in Belpre, OH. ee Ng oan eem ===== DSC03983.JPG ===== MAY 3, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 9 Sesh ..From Pew Study on pl... needs,” leaving religious groups to compete for members. “There is no future for The United Methodist Church in the United States unless we can reach more people, younger people and more diverse people,” the Rev. Weems, a researcher and Professor of church leadership at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, regarding the study’s findings. “It’s not that we’re not making the efforts or spending the money to reach younger and more diverse people, but we're not focusing our efforts on outcomes.” Nearly half of American adults say they have left the faith tradition of their upbringing, either by switching to a different religious group or choosing not to affiliate with a faith tradition at all. Of the 53 percent who left the Methodist faith tradition of their childhood, the survey reports that 19 percent went to evangelical churches, 11 percent to other mainline Protestant churches and three percent to historically black churches that are not Methodist. Another 12 percent say they no longer are part of any faith group, and eight percent moved to a non-Protestant religion. “We found that people have choices when it comes to religion, and they’re ready and willing to exercise them,” said Gregory Smith, research fellow at the Pew Forum and one of the study’s authors. “... It’s a very dynamic climate that presents opportuni- ties for various religious groups--and for nonreli- gious groups as well.” said Lovett ‘Important foundational work’ The survey confirms much of the data collected in previous studies about both The United Methodist Church and religion in general in the United States. However, the breadth and depth of the survey provides a more detailed glimpse into trends that appear to be accelerating. The U.S. Religious Landscape Survey (http://religions.pewforum_.org/reports) estimates that, of the nation’s 225 million adults, 78 percent are Christian, five percent belong to other faiths and more than 16 percent are unaffiliated. Of those who profess to be Christians, 18 percent identify themselves with mainline Protestant churches, including 5.4 percent with the Methodist tradition. “This is important foundational work,” said Scott Brewer, director of research for the United Methodist General Council on Finance and Administration, which collects statistics for the denomination. “It’s really the most comprehensive study of individual religious adherence that’s been done in a long time.” As aresearcher, Brewer said he is pleased that much of the church’s previous data is being confirmed with a larger study. However, as a United Methodist, he is trou- bled by many of its findings. “For whatever reason, a sizable population raised in the Methodist tradition is no longer Methodist. Maybe we haven’t done a good job of showing what is unique and special and important about being a United Methodist.” The study shows that every major religious group is simultaneously gaining and losing mem- bers, and that those that are growing are simply gaining new members at a faster rate than they are losing them. Mainline denominations have generally experi- enced across-the-board losses, with the Methodist tradition suffering a net loss of 2.1 percent. The United Methodist Church’s own statistics show the denomination has 8 million U.S. members, a measure that has declined steadily for at least four decades even as membership has grown in Africa, the Philip pines and elsewhere The Pew study says the group experiencing the greatest net loss by far is the Catholic Church at 7.5 percent, but its decline has been offset by the large number of Catholic immigrants coming to the United States. The survey identifies nondenomina- tional Protestants as a “net winner” in the changing marketplace, more than tripling its population. Believing without belonging A significant finding is that one in six American adults today say they are not affiliated with any religious group, making them part of the fastest- growing segment of today’s religious landscape. More than 16 percent say they are unaffiliated, which is more than double the number who say they were unaffiliated as children. Among Americans ages 18-29, one in four say they are not affiliated with any particular religion. “We need to be cognizant of the fact that increasing numbers of people are choosing ‘none of the above’ when it comes to religious affilia- tion,” Brewer said. “It’s not really that we’re seeing agnosticism growing by leaps and bounds as it is that we’re seeing disengagement. It raises the question: Is our time and energy best used in competing with other faith traditions for the same decreasing share of active participants that go from one denomination to another? Or is our time and money better spent reaching out to those people not being reached by a faith community at all?” Of the 16 percent who are religiously unaffiliated, only about a fourth describe themselves as atheist or agnostic. Of the rest who describe their religion as “nothing in particular,” half say religion is not impor- tant in their lives, and the other half say religion is either somewhat or very important in their lives. Although The United Methodist Church works to attract “seekers,” some spiritually inclined people are also “institutionally suspicious” and wary of religious organizations that use such data to target them, said the Rev. Taylor Burton-Edwards, Director of worship resources for the United Methodist Board of Discipleship. “Every time we do that, we miss the point,” Burton-Edwards said. “Instead of adjusting our mes- sage to get those people with us, we should be working to be in mission with people, whoever they are, wherever they are.” Burton-Edwards said the study’s data is useful but shouldn’t be the focus in measuring the church’s vitality. It takes more than numbers, he said, to address the core question of whether the church is following Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. “We've got the paradigm turned around. ...It’s not about getting people inside of the church; it’s about getting Christians out,” he said. “It’s not how many people are in our organization, but what level of spiri- tual impression people are experiencing. How are they being imprinted with the likeness of Jesus Christ? And what is the impact crater around them as a result?” Demographic snapshot The study offered a demographic snapshot of United Methodists as mostly educated and married. There are more females than males, and a higher con- centration of United Methodists live in the South and the Midwest, followed by the Northeast and the West. Fifty-seven percent have an annual income of $50,000 or above. Though the vast majority of the U.S. population is under age 50, United Methodists are overrepre- sented in every age category above 50 (55 percent) and underrepresented in every age category below that, Approximately 1] United Methodists are ages 18-29, Seventy-two percent say percent ol they do not have children under 18 living at home. The 93 United Methodists are white. Two percent are identified study says percent of as black, 2 percent as Latino and | percent as Asian, with the rest being of other or mixed racial backgrounds. Church leaders, particularly with mainline Protestant denominations, have puzzled for decades over the shifting religious landscape. According to Weems, the pathway for choosing a church home has changed significantly in the days from the American frontier to the 1960s, when such denominations thrived. “Traditions and denominations don’t tend to be the beginning point for people today when they select a church,” he said. “The pattern today is belonging before believing. People have to feel like they belong first. It’s the sense of belonging that opens the door for people to move closer to beliefs. It used to be the opposite. A person believed and then they found a community of believers where they could belong and grow.” Belonging, he said, involves questions such as: Can I experience community here? Does this church help me connect with God? How does it meet my needs and give me an opportunity to serve others? “A lot of people say denominations and tradi- tions don’t matter any more, but I don’t think that’s the case. I think it’s just no longer the deciding point and often not the beginning point when people select a church,” he said. Mark Chaves, a sociologist at Duke Divinity School, noted that Americans have become increas- ingly tolerant of other cultures and other faiths. “Large percentages of Americans today say there’s truth in every religion and that one can achieve salva- tion through religions that are not their own,” he said. ‘A new thing’? While Protestantism has long dominated the reli- gious landscape and served as a driving force in American politics and culture, the United States is on the verge of becoming a minority Protestant nation, with barely 51 percent of Americans reporting they are members of Protestant denomina- tions. Moreover, the Protestant population is charac- terized by significant internal diversity and fragmentation, encompassing hundreds of denomi- nations that include evangelical Protestants, main- line Protestants and historically black Protestants. “Maybe what is happening ... is that God is leading us to an opportunity to learn to work with others in a way we have not contemplated before,” said the Rev. Jerry D. Campbell, President of United Methodist- related Claremont (Calif.) School of Theology. “In the mid-20th century, we thought it was a pretty good thing for Christians to learn to talk with one another, and that was the ecumenical movement. Now, we assume that Christians should talk with one another, and God is saying that the conversation should be even larger.” Campbell views changing religious affiliations as a God-given opportunity for people of a variety of faiths to work, learn and grow together. “We’ve got to get comfortable with change because God apparently doesn’t like static environments,” he said. “I think we have to realize that the fate of God’s future for humanity is not limited to the suc- cess of the institutional ...Continued on p10 ===== DSC03984.JPG ===== 10 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 3, 2010 SSSR ...From Pew Study on p9... church. Even it the church dies, God doesn’t die.” Whatever follows the “era of denomination- alism,” Campbell hopes the Methodist tradi- tion continues to be part of it. “Scripture in Revelation tells of the new Jerusalem, where God says, ‘Behold, I am making all things new.’ That’s a pretty expan- sive idea, and I think we’ve had ample warning and lots of signals that God is making things new. Perhaps this study is showing us just part of that.” INITED ME DIST RA SS Gender Female, 57% Male, 43% Age 30-49, 34% 50-64, 29% 65+, 26% 18-29, 11% ...From National Association on p1..._ Her tireless efforts on behalf of others exemplified the social work commitment to social justice and advocacy. In 2009, the Dorothy I. Height and Whitney M. Young, Jr. Social Work Reinvest- ment Act was introduced into the 111th Congress by U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski (MD) and U.S. Representative Edolphus Towns (NY). The bill would create a national commission to study the impact of social work interventions and fund social work training and research grants. When the Social Work Reinvestment Bill was introduced in Congress, Dr. Height said, “We take social work and social workers for granted. Social workers know firsthand what the issues are. We are prepared, but we also need support to keep contributing. What we need are more people with skill and commit- ment to help us deal with the nation’s prob- lems and to help us move forward. The ...From Bishop Sarah Davis on p7... refused the Government job offer in order to work with the religious community. Bishop Davis promised to send a formal letter requesting Mr. Galbaud’s services. Attending this meeting were Bishop Davis, Supervisor Davis, Presiding Elders Reverend Mehu and Reverend Maurice, Pastor Jean Bap- tist and Reverend Murat. Friday, March 26, 2010 7:30 — 9:30 a.m. Travel We arrived at Bethel A.M.E. Church, Cabaret at 9:30 a.m. to a crowd of more than 100 persons. Pastor Jacky Pierre gave Bishop the amended list of persons who lost everything they had due to the earthquake, but who were not on the initial list. Members of the congregation voiced their pleasure that the A.M.E. Church responded so timely after the earthquake. Many said this type of response helped them not to feel alone in their helplessness. Bishop canvassed the congregation to get a sense of where they were all staying since their homes were destroyed. Tents, medical attention and child care are immediate needs of people in the Cabaret area. Agriculture is the way of life in the Cabaret area and all is gone again. Help in getting the land back for farming and farming tools and seeding Race White, 93% Black, 2% Latino, 2% Other, mixed, 2% Asian, 1% Educational Level High school graduate, 34% Some college, 23% College graduate, 21% Post-graduate, 14% Less than high school, 8% Marital Status Married, 62% Widowed, 12% Never married, 12% Divorced or separated, 11% Living with partner, 4% Number of Children (under 18 living at home) No children, 72% proposed Social Work Commission provides a way for us to do just that—move forward.” “Words cannot express our sorrow in learning about Dr. Height’s death this morning,” says Elizabeth J. Clark, PhD, ACSW, MPH, Execu- tive Director of the National Association of Social Workers. “She, like pioneer social workers Jane Addams and Frances Perkins, made lasting change in the lives of thousands, while shaping some of the most important social shifts in American history.” Dr. Height was mentored by some of the most accomplished women of the Progressive Era, including Mary McLeod Bethune and Eleanor Roosevelt. And she mentored many of the nation’s most recognizable female leaders today, including Former Secretary of Labor Alexis Herman, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, media mogul Oprah Winfrey and poet laureate and author Dr. Maya are absolutely necessi- ties now. Before leaving the Bethel AMEC, the Pastor and people took Iwo children, 12% One child, 11% Three children, 4% Four or more children, 1% Income Less than $30,000, 23% $100 000+, 22% $30 ,000-49 999, 21% $50 ,000-74,999, 19% $75 000-99 999, 16% Region South, 46% Midwest, 29% Northeast, 16% West, 8% SOURCE: Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life *Aldrich is News Editor of United Methodist News Service. News media contact: Marta Aldrich, Nashville, Tenn., (615) 742-5470 or newsdesk@umcom.org. Used with permission of the United Methodist News Service Angelou. Dr. Height also remains the longest serving president (1947-1957) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, an international public service organization. The vast scope of Dr. Height’s many accom- plishments has earned her repeated national recognition. In 1989, President Ronald Reagan presented her with the Citizens’ Medal Award and in 1997 President Bill Clinton awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In 2004, Presi- dent George W. Bush awarded her with the Con- gressional Gold Medal and she was inducted into the Democracy Hall of Fame. Most recently, Dr. Height served as an advisor to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Dr. Height’s legacy was celebrated by the social work profession at the 2010 Social Work Congress (April 22-23). She is the recipient of NASW’s 2009 Lifetime Achieve- ment Award. ...From The Black Americans on p1... transmitted diseases), abor- tions and low self-esteem and experience God’s Best for their lives. I travel to churches and various locations/events throughout the United States and overseas to conduct workshops. I would welcome the opportunity to share this information with the pas- Bishop and Supervisor tors and denominational leaders of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. about 500 feet from the church up the mountain to a plot of land which the Church could be I am excited to share about this project with A.M_E. churches, as well as an opportunity to help the teenage girls in their communities to experience God’s best for their lives through abstinence and Pro-life. For additional information, contact Kim Wilson, 121 Ardenlee Drive, built, on should the peachtree City, Georgia 30269; Phone: (678) 491-8583; Email: owners sell. The Bishop im wilson@atnex.net; Website:http://new.vchurches.com/blackamericans- and people prayed over forlife/home.aspx2iid=126958. the land asking God’s favor with the owners. Around 11:30 a.m. we headed back to the Port-Au-Prince area to Rosetta-Lee A.M.E. Church. Pastor Jules Andre’ Pierre met us at Rosetta- Lee A.M.E. Church, Petite-Place-Cazeau, Port- Au-Prince, just before 1:00 p.m. We observed the damages to the church, school and the living quarters of the founder, Missionary Rosette lnees which was the Pastor’s home prior to January 12th. The Rosetta Lee A.M.E. School building including the second floor which was never com- pleted is damaged and will need to be rebuilt. The fence which provides security to the prop- *Kim Wilson is the Director of Black Americans for Abstinence and Pro- Life Teenagers Project (for Girls) located in the Atlanta, Georgia area. erty (school and church) was completely dam- aged and will need to be rebuilt immediately. Pastor Jules Andre’ and his family are back living in the tent in the back of the church and school as the tremors of the week of March 17th shook the bedroom so badly, they are fearful of returning to the house for any sleeping. We left Rosetta-Lee for St. Paul and the Steering Committee Meeting scheduled for 2:00 p.m. (See Steering Committee Meeting Report below) St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Port-Au-Prince is completely destroyed f ..Continued on p11 ===== DSC03985.JPG ===== MAY 3, 2010 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 11 ..From Bishop Sarah on p10... and was visited during Bishop and Supervisor’s February 15, 2010 Visit to Haiti. Saturday, March 27, 2010, 8:30 am. — 12 Noon, Steering Com- mittee Meeting, at St. Paul A.M.E. Church location, Port-Au-Prince Steering Committee Report: Steering Committee Haiti Members Bishop Sarah F. Davis, Presiding Prelate - 16th Episcopal District African Methodist Episcopal Church (AMEC) Mr. Claytie Davis, Jr., Episcopal Supervisor of Missions — 16th Episcopal District AMEC Sister Elvire Douglas, Connectional WMS Officer/Treasurer of Haiti Annual Conference / 16th District Disaster Relief, Coordinator/ Official Interpreter of 16th District Reverend Joel Mehu, Presiding Elder, St. Paul District, AMEC Reverend Joel Maurice, Presiding Elder, Mary Beckett District, AMEC Reverend Francois Murat, Haiti Conference Director of Youth Ministry/16th District Official Interpreter Reverend Jean Baptiste Jean, Attorney/Pastor St. Paul A.M.E. Church/Conference Trustee Chairperson Reverend Jacquet L. Michelet Mars, Educator, Pastor, Lula Brokentong A.M.E. Church Reverend Jacky Pierre, Pastor of Bethel Cabaret/Educator Sister Carolles Milburn, Educator - Office of Minister of Education/Haiti Conference WMS President Brother Claudy Philoma, Civi/ Engineer/Trustee Board Loula Brokentong Actions Taken e Three bids are currently being solicited for fencing John Hurst A.M_E. Church and property; the Trustee Board of the Haiti Annual Conference is in charge and will advise Bishop Sarah of bid selected so that funds can be released for the work. A Memorandum of Under- standing between the current John Hurst member who is staying on property to guard it, and John Hurst Church, speci- fying when he is to vacate the premise after the fence is con- structed is being drafted by Pastor Jean Baptiste Jean (Attorney). Once the MOU has been approved by Bishop Sarah, Pastor Maurice and Trustees will meet with the resident. Civil Engineer, Mr. Tommy Gal- baud, ARCHICODEC, 127, Ave La Hatte, Petit-Goave, Haiti, has been sent a formal letter of engagement from Bishop Sarah Davis, requesting an engineering evaluation of our churches which were destroyed and/or damaged by the January 12, 2010 earth- quake. Mr. Galbaud estimates that the work can be completed with 22 days of receipt of engagement letter May 15, 2010). ¢ Presiding Elder Wayne Anthony (16th District, Windward Island) has offered the use of one of his (Estimated ships to pick up and deliver goods collected around the Con- nectional Church to Haiti. We are waiting on him for the green light to make the announcements concerning which ports of call the ship will make and details concerning the logistics for those wishing to ship goods to Haiti via the ship. On-Going Work: Shelter: 35 tents from Church World Services were to arrive during Holy Week or week after; Presiding Elder Mehu is fol- lowing-up and will make distrib- ution as soon as the tents arrive in Port-au- Prince and will advise the Bishop of the shipment. Plans for other tents to be donated and / or purchased. Bishop to have persons check with those who have promised tents for Haiti to determine if we need to purchase tents for the families still without ade- quate shelter. Some church persons voiced desire for tarps vs. tents, and large plastic sheets. Food: Until jobs opportunities are available again and until farming-agriculture are restored, families will need some financial assistance for purchasing the life sustaining requirements. Lines are still very long; rice is the commodity being distributed daily. Water: Need large plastic con- tainers for storing water. Medical Mobile Clinics needed in inner city area of Port-au-Prince (St. Paul A.M.E. Church) and in our outlying church communities. Christine Smith A.M.E. Church — Kenscoff e Canaan Christ Revient A.M.E. Church — Tombe Gateau ¢ Bethel A.M.E. —Cabaret e Psychological /Social seling e Trauma Counseling ¢ Grief Counseling Coun- Concerns (1) Financial Assistance: Families have no income; stipends will be needed until jobs are available again and/or the farms are pro- ducing crops; ¢ Stipends for basic necessities *Stipends for light farm equip- ment and seedlings (2) Youth Idleness: months of May, June, July, August with no schools, the young chil- Summer dren and youth need activities to keep them focused. ¢New Skills (training classes) " DRIFTING CHRISTIANS By Rev. N.T. Pitts* Some years ago there was a song in the secular market entitled, “I’m drifting and drifting like a ship out on the sea.” I remember the days in my childhood when I used to throw things into the lake in my neighborhood just to see where things I threw into the lake would go. I saw them being tossed to and fro, bobbling as they drifted away from shore, destination uncertain. Drifting is a dangerous thing. If you are in a boat and if it is not anchored you will look up just to find that you have drifted out in the middle of nowhere. : A drifter has no control. When you drift you have no precise desti- nation. Even a lighthouse is of no importance to a drifter. There is an old spiritual entitled, “My soul’s been anchored in de Lord.” The trouble with some church folk is that they come to church, join, but they never anchor themselves to the Lord. When you are not anchored, you drift. ; Ihave often observed folks who attend worship services, but it seems that their minds are somewhere else; just anywhere except in the spirit of worship. They mentally drift; they are distracted by the vibrations of their cell phones; and by mentally planning what they are going to do after the worship service. Often I have seen some get up and tip-toe out of service just to answer their cell phones even in the middle of a sermon. I have seen pastors leave the pulpit to answer cell phones. _ Worship drifters sing with their lips but their heart is far removed from the lyrics. Some look as if they are-in-a strange and-unfamiliar- place — When you allow yourself to drift, you will wake up one day just to find that you have been marooned on islands of self-pity, self-right- eousness, criticism, skepticism, no fellowship and no compassion. And, there are those who drift from church to church, so much so that their families have a hard time determining from which church they should be funeralized. Drifting Christians are vulnerable to every wind and doctrine; they have no stability. The songwriter penned it well: Life’s sea oft-times is dark and dreary, _ And maddening billows loudly roar Oft hope is faint, oft trust is weary, I lose the light-house on the shore. But Jesus Christ is still my pilot I seek His face and learn His will. And then, I hear His voice so gently, Trust me, my child, I’m with thee still I cannot drift, I cannot drift, His love attends me every where. I cannot drift, I cannot drift, I cannot drift beyond His care. *The Rev. N.T. Pitts is a retired pastor who lives in Eatonville, FL. Computers/Music/Dance (3) Adult Encouragement/T raining: Ideas for Action: Revivals/Evange- lists/Services of Encouragement (People need to be reminded that Ideas for Action: Vacation Bible Schools ¢ Teams could come in for one/two God does love them) weeks periods of time and pro- ° New Skills (training classes) vide VBS Computers/Music/Dance/Sewing /Crafts as ===== DSC03986.JPG ===== 12. THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER MAY 3, 2010 PHN ‘si Sunday, May 4 2010 ALL CHURCHES IN A BAMA Will Close their Doors at kl 00am. We are taking the Witness to the Streets in@utr Own Communities from 11:00 a.m, - 3:00 ims BISHOPS’ COUNCIL AND GENERAL BOARD & MEETING JUNE 27 - 30, 2010 O fy THE INVESTITURE BANQUET For more information : B Pe Se contact the 9th Episcopal ‘ . WI TH 1. District Office at 5 - Je - ba: 205.326.4499 or | ee SPECIAL - et www.ninthamec.org =) x y* GUESTS ae DR. ROBERT MICHAEL FRANKLIN KURT CARR PRESIDENT OF MOREHOUSE COLLEGE AND THE KURT CARR SINGERS S ATLANTA, GA vy BIRMINGHAM JEFFERSON CONVENTION COMPLEX iy 2100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR. BLVD. NORTH * BIRMINGHAM, AL BLACK TIE AFFAIR - TICKETS $75.00 James L. Davis, Servant Bishop -- Arelis B. Davis, WMS Supervisor
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  ===== DSC03583.JPG ===== oe ) : Vol. 154 No.3 Bishop Samuel L. Green Held His First Annual Conference in Namibia by Albert Biwa Presiding Elder, Bureau Chief, Namibia (Reprinted- A.M.E. Herald) The 50th Session of the Namibia Annual Conference was held from September 1-5, 2004 at St. John’s A.MLE. Church, Wal- visbay. Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr., is the Presiding Prelate. Five hundred worshippers sang “And Are We Yet Alive,” one of the most popular hymns of African Methodism. The resounding voices filled the spacious Kuisebmond Community Hall on September 1, 2004. The Host Pastor and his wife, Rev. Albert E. Biwa and Mrs. Biwa of St. John’s A.M.E. Church, left no stone unturned in order to make the inlanders feel comfortable to the coastal winds and wet climate changes. The Rev. William A. Balie, Presiding Elder of the Hoachanas District and Pastor of the Richard Allen A.M.E. Church, Swakopmund, delivered the Annual Sermon on the theme, “Moving From Alpha to Omega People.” The preach- er encouraged the worshippers and said, “We Please turn to page 6 Po vee soe er The Desert Mountain One Hundred and Eighteenth Annual Conference Bishop Samuel L. Green Rev. Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant Right Reverend John R. Bryant Under the dynamic and innovative leader- ship of our Episcopal team, the Right Rever- end John R. Bryant and Rey, Dr. Cecelia Williams Bryant, Episcopal Supervisor, the dynamic Fifth Episcopal District is ready for another powerful, Christ-centered quadrennial. Our Episcopal leaders returned filled with the Holy Spirit and ready for continued progressive, creative ministry to the 118th Session of the Desert Mountain Annual Conference. Bishop John kept reminding us of the theme for this conference year, “That the World Might Know Jesus,” theme text, Matthew 28:18-20: “There- fore go and make disciples of all nations, bap- tizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything | have commanded you. And surely | am with you always, to the very end of the age” (NIV). “This is what we are about. Go ye into all the world and tell — proclaim Jesus!” he shouted with great joy. THE OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE AFRIC Li — | » \ AFRICAN MetHopist EpiscopaL CHURCH | BISHOP CAROLYN TYLER GUIDRY - (323) 574-4332 Chair, Social Action Commission A.M.E. Church A.M.E. CHURCH KICKS OFF VOTER MOBILIZATION FOR 2004 ELECTION (Los Angeles, CA) The African Methodist Episcopal Church (A.M.E.), a 217-year- old international body, has kicked off its A.M.E. V-Alert campaign for 2004 in the summer of 2003. The Council of Bishops endorsed the work and voter registra- tion was begun in 49 states, the District of Columbia and the Virgin Islands, spear- headed by the connectional Lay Organization (CLO). Now in the final stretch of Election Campaign season, Bishop Carolyn Tyler Guidry, chair of the A.M.E. Church’s Social Action Commission, challenges the sons and daughters of African Methodism to follow the example of CLO President Jesse Burns who received the torch begun in Philadelphia when Richard Allen and other freed Africans claimed not only their freedom from slavery, but their right to eco- nomic self-sufficiency and self-determination. “Our Council of Bishops led by Bishop Vashti McKenzie and our Senior Bishop Philip R. Cousin have called for support of the A.M.E. V-Alert movement. | join with her, and my colleagues, remembering that in Mississippi, where | was born, there appeared to be little knowledge that slavery had been abolished. In my early years, voting was a life-threatening event. Now, we must remind our young that it is their time to make a difference,” says Bishop Guidry. “It is no accident that God led our church’s leadership to give me this opportu- nity to serve to stimulate social action among our 6,000 congregations. 1 start with Election 2004!!! On November 2, 2004, we must be a formidable force in our communities, voting, insuring that at least five other people vote, providing trans- portation to the polls, volunteering to work at the polls, networking with other groups, and trouble shooting for those who are being intimidated and denied access to the polls and in general providing information,” Bishop Guidry urges. If you need assistance, go to the Lay Organization website at amec-connection- allay.org and the A.M.E. Church website at ame-church.com. The mission of the A.M.E. Church’s voter mobilization is to INSPIRE and ENCOUR- AGE and create a sense of urgency for a strong voter turnout in the states, cities, towns, communities, and neighborhoods where the churches are planted for ministry. It is GOOD STEWARDSHIP and consistent with the A.M.E. commitment to self-help, self-reliance, and self-determination. Spread the word! | Bishop Cornal G. Henning, Sr. Presiding Elders Michele R. Goodloe and Rev. Hilton The Resolution of the 94th Session of the East Mississippi Annual Conference Mrs. Yvonne Henning-Parks Bishop Senses Challenge and Change The Right Reverend Cornal Garnett Henning, Sr. Presiding Prelate of the Eighth Episcopal District Mrs. Yvonne Henning-Parks Supervisor of Women’s Missionary Society and Y.P.D. The Reverend Jacob W. Hilton, D.D., Host Presiding Elder The Reverend Michele R. Goodloe, D.D., Co-Host Presiding Elder The Reverend Ray Jackson, Host Pastor Please turn to page 4 :) N METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Price: $1.25 )) | | \\ BISHOP VASHTI McKENZIE Issues an A.M.E. Call to Vote 2004 The 2004 Presidential Election is critical to the progress, production, and prosperity of our nation. The future is in the hands of those who exercise their right and privilege to vote. Eve- ry vote is important and every vote will count in this election. There are a lot of grassroots intimidation and scare practices being reported nationwide. Inform our members that there will be a Vot- er’s Rights Hotline starting October 14 thru November 2, 2004. Attorneys will be available to take calls when voters are denied their right or to report illegal intimidation activities. The nationwide toll-free number is 1-(866) Our- Vote or 1-(866) 687-8683. More information is available on the Internet at www.unity04.net. Sunday, October 3i, 2004 is being desig- nated “Protect Our Vote and Our Voice Day.” Voters should be encouraged in all of our con- gregations to: + Locate your polling place prior to Election Day! Vote on Election Day! Vote Early! Every vote counts! Your vote counts! If denied your yote, call Voter’s Rights Hot- line: 1-(866) 687-8683 Report scare tactics to Voter’s Right Hot- line: 1-(866) 687-8683 Call four people to go vote on Tuesday, No- vember 2, 2004 Buddy Check — before the polls close check with family members, neighbors, and friends to see if they voted. Be sure that members on sick and shut- in lists and college students vote via absentee ballots. + Elderly or impaired members are provided transportation either via church van or in- dividual volunteers. This is an important A.M.E. Call to Action! We must guard against those persons and organizations that desire to suppress our vote and our voice. Our forebears fought long and hard for us to vote. Let’s do them proud and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” through the bal- lot box on November 2, 2004! Bishop Vashti McKenzie . vO vere . Report of the Committee on Christian Education The 104th Session of the East Tennessee Annual Conference Thirteenth Episcopal District THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH September 15-18, 2004 To Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie and Supervisor Stan McKenzie and to the East Tennessee Annual Conference: Please turn to page 7 Please turn to page 3 ===== DSC03584.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER November 8, 2004 Editorial Is It Ignorance or Incompetence That We, A.M.E.’s, Are Not Telling Our “Good News” to All of the World? S THE JESUS CHRIST that we preach about just the Messiah for our local churches? Is His saving grace for all of the world or just available to those who come to church? Do we take the “Great Commission” seriously? On numerous occasions, I have attended meetings, visited cities, and looked at weekend editions of the local newspapers to see if any of our A.M.E. Churches were list- ed in the church directory, and to my dismay, more often than not, our churches are not list- ed. That’s not the fault of the newspapers; that’s our fault, the fault of the pastors and the leadership in our local churches. I won’t even mention that I look in hotel directories to see if any of our churches are listed; I have never seen an A.M.E. Church listed in a hotel directory. Other churches are listed. A conversation with the hotel man- agement would probably correct the omission. And, oftentimes, A.M.E. Church information in the Yellow Pages of local telephone books is incorrect, not to mention the dated information on answering machines! What I am getting at is that some of us are not doing our “homework” in telling the “Good News” of Jesus Christ to “all of the world.” For far too many of us, Jesus Christ is just a “local” Savior; just for those who happen to attend our worship services. I have heard many preachers and lay persons lament about the folks who don’t attend church. Perhaps we need to find ways to SUBSCRIBE! to the Christian Recorder The bi-weekly newspaper to keep you informed about your church for ONLY $26.00 PER YEAR Send Check or Money Order Payable to: THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER 500 Eighth Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203-4181 Please print. Payment must accompany order. Allow 4 weeks for delivery. Name Address City/ State/ Zip THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER The Christian Recorder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (USPS 016880) is published bi-weekly by the AMEC Sunday School Union 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nash: ville, Tennessee 37203-4181. 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Many of us need to revise our paradigm for ministry and think beyond the walls of the local church. The Great Commission enjoins us to, “Go to all the world!” I hope that the leadership of this readership will answer as Isaiah did and say, “Here am I, send me!” Need More Articles From Qur Episcopal Districts I need more articles from our Episcopal Districts. We are doing a lot of things but we need to share the “good news.” We need news in “real time,” not weeks and months later. We are still look- ing for news from the Women In Ministry, the laity, the chaplains, youth, missionaries, from over- seas, and from some of the other groups in our church. We would like to hear from some of our bishops. Wouldn’t it be newsworthy to hear from some of our overseas bishops about their work and challenges? Wouldn’t it be interesting to hear about the ministry of some of our overseas pas- tors and their challenges? To hear from some of our service members who are serving in Iraq? To hear from some of our young people who have gone off to college and the challenges they face. Many of our churches are doing great things and we wish that they would share the “good news” and the challenges of their ministry. We are asking our bishops, presiding elders, pastors, and lay leadership to be more proactive in sharing the work of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. I have heard off-line that several bishops have to make numerous changes in their Episco- pal Districts. I would think that those changes would be newsworthy. Send your news to The Christian Recorder. Articles Are Needed \Well in Advance of Uoly Seasons and Special Observances We need articles now related to Thanksgiving, Advent and Christmas, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Black History Week. We need to be lining up those articles now. You cannot wait until December to send in your Christmas articles. We need to receive them now, and not later than the third week in November. Remember that the paper edition of The Christian Recorder has to be prepared 2 - 4 weeks out. I do not intend to put in, nor do you want to read, news that’s “after the fact” or “overcome by the event.” I would also suggest that when you write District-wide or Annual Conference-wide articles that you run it past your bishop. I am sure that coordination can, more times than not, be done telephonically. Articles related to the local church probably should be coordinated with the pastor. In the A.M.E. Church, we have a “chain of supervision.” We are not autonomous congregations. The online edition is another story because that news comes out immediately. There is not a delay in getting out news and articles. Articles and news can be processed and turned around immediately. Having said all of that, I still strongly encourage articles and opinions from individuals. Our leaders need to hear from you. 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Spouses Websites http://www.amemswwpk.org and The A.M.E./W.I.M. WEBSITE: www.amewim.org Website for the AMEC Connectional Lay Organization http://www.amec connectionallay.org/nome htm More A.M.E. News: www.ameherald.com http:\\www.connmswawo3.org ===== DSC03585.JPG ===== November 8, 2004 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER KNow YOUR CONNECTIONAL OFFICER THE CONNECTIONAL OFFICERS OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Mrs. Jamesina Evans, Presiden! Woman's Missionary Sooty Rev. Michael K. Boule. Presiden! Connectonal Council Rev. John Q. Owens, Director Social Achon Mr. Jerry Turmer, Jr, President Richard Allen Young Adult Council (RAYAC) Mrs. Loretta Hill, Administrator Christian Debutante-Master Atty. William A. Marsh, Jr. General Counsel AM.E. Church Rev. Vernon Lowe, President Presiding Elder's Council Mr. Willie Williams, President Connectional Music Committee Mrs. Paulette Cryer, Director Young People's Division Women's Missionary Society Mr. Jesse L. Burns, Jr., President Connectional Lay Organization Mrs. Gwendolyn B. Williams, Executive Director Health Commission Mr. Emile W. Gauthier, President Young People's Division Women’s Missionary Society Rev. Lois A. Poag-Ray, President Women In Ministry (WIM) Mrs. Ora L. Easley, President CONN-M-SWAWO + PK’s Rev. Henry Green, President Sons of Allen * Provided by Dr. Clement Fugh (with thanks to Rev. Joe Darby) CONNECTIONAL OFFICERS OF THE A.M.E. CHURCH LISTED ABOVE The Desert Mountain One Hundred and Eighteenth Annual Conference ——_— Continued from page 1 At the 47th Quadrennial Conference of the AMEC, the Colorado Conference was renamed the Desert Mountain Conference. This new name makes the conference title more descriptive of the five state radius that makes up the confer- ence — Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, New Mexi- co, and Arizona. The conference convened August 23-28, 2004 in Phoenix, AZ, hosted by Tanner Chapel AMEC. Tanner Chapel is called the “Diamond in the Desert” by the congregation. Pastor Benjamin N. Thomas, Sr., his wife Beverly, and the Tanner family pulled out all the stops and welcomed the presiding elders and their districts. Rev. Walter F. Fortune, Host P.E., Phoenix/Albu- querque District, and Rev. Andrew L. Simpson, Jr., PE., Rocky Mountain District, comprise the Desert Mountain Annual Conference. Women In Ministries (W.I.M.) on Monday moming began the day with worship, then moved into a full day of workshops entitled “Prepar- ing for the Practical Side of Ministry” and also “Taxes and Ministry,” facilitated by Rev. Shelia Johnson, Shorter Community, Denver, CO. The Hour of Power Worship Service at noon, and a 7:00 p.m. Worship Service with Bishop John, Rev. Dr. “C,” and a full house of worshippers in attendance closed out the day. On Tuesday morning, under the Spirit- filled direction of Rev. “C,” the Women’s Mis- sionary Society (W.M.S.) session convened Please turn to page 6 CONNECTIONAL DATES FOR THE RICHARD ALLEN YounG AbuLt CouNCcIL June 23-26, 2005 Connectional Young Adult Conclave Los Angeles, CA On-line registration will begin October 1, 2004 Go to: www.rayac.org BISHOP and DR. JOHN R. BRYANT Host Episcopal Leadership For more info please email: inforayac@rayac.org rly +H Allen Univer Morris Brown College Ce Telephone: 803-376-5700 Dickerson Theological Seminary Admissions Office 44 Delane Drive Columbia, South Carolina 29204 Telephone: 603-779-9226 Paul Quinn College Admissions Office 3837 Simpson Stuart Road Dallas, Texas 75241 Telephone: 214-302-3513 Edward Waters College Payne Theological Seminary Admissions Office Admissions Office 1658 Kings Road PO. Box 474 Jacksonville, Florida 32203 Telephone: 904-355-3030 Wilberforce, Ohio 45384 Telephone: 937-376-2946 Ecumenical Officer / Endorsing Agent / Bishop E. Earl McCloud, Jr. 1st District / Bishop Richard Franklin Norris Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York, Western New York, New England, Delaware, and Bermuda 2nd District / Bishop Adam Jefferson Richardson Baltimore, Washington, Virginia, North Carolina, and Western North Carolina 3rd District / Bishop Robert Vaughn Webster Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania 4th District / Bishop Philip Robert Cousin Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Minnesota, lowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan 5th District / Bishop John Richard Bryant Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri 6th District / Bishop William Phillips DeVeaux Georgia, Southwest Georgia, Atlanta-North, Macon, South Georgia, and Augusta 7th District / Bishop Preston Warren Williams, I South Carolina 8th District / Bishop Cornal Garnett Henning, Sr. Mississippi, Louisiana 9th District / Bishop Theodore Larry Kirkland Alabama 10th District / Bishop Gregory G.M. Ingram Texas, Northeast Texas, North Texas, Northwest Texas, Central Texas, West Texas, and Southwest Texas BISHOP DECATUR WARD NICHOLS BISHOP HENRY WENDELL MURPH BISHOP RICHARD ALLEN HILDEBRAND BISHOP FREDERICK CALHOUN JAMES BISHOP CORNELIUS EGBERT THOMAS BISHOP JAMES HASKELL MAYO BISHOP HAROLD BEN SENATLE BISHOP ROBERT THOMAS, JR. Historiographer/Director of Research and Scholarship/ Editor of A.M.E. Review Dr. Dennis C. Dickerson Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer Dr. Richard Allen Lewis General Secretary/CIO Dr. Clement Fugh Secretary/Treasurer of the Sunday School Union Dr. Johnny Barbour, Jr. Executive Director of Global Witness and Ministry Dr. George F. Flowers Lay Member: Dr. J.B. Flowers, Jr. Clergy: The Reverend Vonciel Hill The Reverend Leeomia Kelly THE AMEC —A GLOBAL CHURCH WITH A GLOBAL WITNESS RETIRED BISHOPS OF THE A.M.E. CHURCH GENERAL OFFICERS -OF THE A.M. ES*#CHURGH JUDICIAL C OUIN CTLs -O FEE A.M.E. CHURCH Judicial Council, Clergy Alternates: The Reverend Glenda F. Hodges The Reverend Delman Howard Shorter College Admissions Office Districts 16 - 20 Monrovia College Monrovia, Liberia, West Alrica 72114 ttle Rock, Arkansas R.R, Wright Theological Seminary 11360 Bodsa Road Republic of South Africa Turner Theological Seminary (ITC) Admissions Office 673 Beckwith Street, N.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30314 Telephone: 404-527-7785 Sianne School P.O. Box 55, Mpopoma Bulawayo, Zi Wilberforce University nh ee Admissions Office Wilberforce, Ohio 45384 Telephone: 513-376-2911 11th District / Bishop McKinley Young Bahamas, Florida 12th District / Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle, Sr. Arkansas, Oklahoma 13th District / Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie Tennessee, Kentucky 14th District / Bishop David Rwhynica Daniels, Jr. Liberia, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Nigeria, Cote D’ Ivoire, and Togo-Benin 15th District / Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr. Cape, S.W.A. (Namibia), Kalahari, Eastern Cape, Queenstown, and Angola 16th District / Bishop Carolyn Tyler Guidry South America, Caribbean, London 17th District / Bishop Paul J. Kawimbe Southeast Zimbabwe, Southwest Zambia, Northeast Zambia, Northwest Zambia, Zambezi, Congo Brazzaville, Katanga, Kananga, Kinshasa, Mbuji-mayi, Rwanda, and Burundi 18th District / Bishop Sarah Frances Davis Lesotho, Swaziland, Botswana, Mozambique, and Northeast Lesotho 19th District / Bishop James Levert Davis South African Provinces of Guateng and KwaZulu-Natal 20th District / Bishop Wilfred Messiah Malawi North, Malawi South, Northeast Zimbabwe, Southwest Zimbabwe, Central Zimbabwe BISHOP JOHN HURST ADAMS BISHOP FREDERICK HILBORN TALBOT BISHOP HAMEL HARTFORD BROOKINS BISHOP VINTON RANDOLPH ANDERSON BISHOP FRANK CURTIS CUMMINGS BISHOP HENRY ALLEN BELIN, JR. BISHOP VERNON RANDOLPH BYRD BISHOP ZEDEKIAH LAZETT GRADY Executive Director of the Department of Employee Security Dr. Jerome Harris Executive Director, Department of Christian Education Dr. Daryl Ingram Executive Director, Department of Church Growth and Development Rev. James Wade Editor, The Christian Recorder Dr. Calvin H. Sydnor, III Judicial Council, Lay Alternate: Tania E. Wright eee ooOooooooemerr res ===== DSC03586.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER November 8, 2004 The Resolution of the 94th Session of the East Mississippi Annual Conference, Bishop Senses Challenge and Change Continued from page 1 ~ Rev. Samuel Boyd HURRICANES, HEROES, AND HOPE by Bill Dickens, Church School Superintendent Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Tallahassee, FL 32310 The changing weather patterns in Florida over the last month have caused many of us to think a lot about hurricanes. Several years ago, actor Denzel Washington portrayed the Miami-based boxer, Reuben “Hurricane” Carter. The most dominant college football team in the country bears the nick- name “Hurricanes.” Even some popular bars and restaurants will offer their patrons a mellow liba- tion called “Hurricane Drinks.” At least, this is what I’m told since I happen to be a teetotaler. Changing atmospheric conditions in the tropics and the Atlantic Ocean cause most of us to focus our attention on the wind-patterns meteorologists refer to as hurricanes. Over the last month, Florida has received unwelcome visitors by the name of Bonnie, Charley, Frances, Ivan and prob- ably next, Jeanne or Karl. Who invited these guests? What is the purpose of their visits? Why can't they just leave us alone? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is the key Federal agency that tracks, monitors and conducts extensive research about the behavior of hurricanes. It is through the monitoring activities of NOAA that cities and communities can receive advanced notification about the pending arrival of hurricanes thus allowing for some type of orderly preparation and if need be, evacuation. It is important to emphasize that NOAA is not in the business of hurricane prevention only hurri- cane preparation. Once the NOAA computer models project the probable path of the storm, residents can use this information to determine how best to protect their loved ones and private property. What can the Bible provide to help our understanding of hurricanes and offer some semblance of hope? A survey of the Scriptures would show that the term hurricane does not appear in the text. That would make sense because the official usage of the term didn’t appear in Western liter- ature until 1555 long after the Bible was canonized. But, we know that the essential characteris- tics of hurricanes occurred long before 1555. If we use the word whirlwind or the dual occurrence of strong wind and rain as proxies, we find many references to “hurricanes” in the Sacred Text. The following passages are good references for hurricane research: Please turn to page 7 | ANNOUCEMENT | ols THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD! (Psalm 23) =. Reverend E. C. Faniel, Jr. NINTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT REVEREND R. J. KING, PASTOR AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH BISHOP T. LARRY KIRKLAND, OFFICIATING BisHop T. LARRY KIRKLAND PRESIDING BISHOP. SERVICES WERE ENTRUSTED TO BATTLE & DAVIDSON FUNERAL HOME PO. Box 1049 ® PHENIx City, AL 334-298-895 | (PHONE) 334-298-8940 (Fax) FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR Rev. E. C. FANIEL, JR. PASTOR OF ST. JOHN A.M.E. CHURCH (Fr. MITCHELL), PHENIX City, AL WHO PASSED AWAY ON SATURDAY MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE Ocr. 1G, 2cOO4. MAY BE SENT TO SERVICE — THURSDAY BATTLE AND DAVIDSON FUNERAL HOME OctToBEeR 21, 2004 aT 11:00 A.M. OR TO NICHOLS CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH P.O. Box | 293 St. JOHN A.M.E. CHURCH HiGHway 165 Fr. MITCHELL, AL 36856 334-855-4970 (PHONE) PHENIx City, AL 36867 334-298-2570 (PHONE) 334-298-2570 (FAX) CALL FIRST Reverend Phillip Loman CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY 1 14 EDEN AVENUE WaYNESBORO, PA | 7268 FUNERAL — FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2004, | 1:00 A.M St. Paul A.M.E.CHURCH 30 WesT KING STREET WayNEsBORO, PA | 7268 CHURCH TEL: 717-765-8111 Rev. JAHKIMMO SMITH, PASTOR PLEASE REMEMBER THE LOMAN FAMILY IN YOUR PRAYERS DURING THIS TIME OF VIEWING OF REMAINS — THURSDAY THEIR BEREAVEMENT SEPTEMBER 23,2004 7289 FM — 9700 P.M GROVE-BOWERSOX FUNERAL HOME #50 SOUTH BROAD STREET GOD BLESS! ORA L. EASLEY The Committee on lor stressed the meaning of the new District Resolutions desires greatly theme, “Enlisting, Equipping, and Launching to share the following: Leadership for Christ,” while challenging mem WI he 94th § bers to “look to the hills from whence cometh rp, a € Se » RR ” ld a the 94th Session of the East Mis our help” and develop the faith to bring others sissippi Conference convened at Turner Cha to Christ: “I sense both challenge and change.” . > 3 > - ‘ © m —p pel African Methodist Episcopal Church, said Bishop Henning in his opening message ireenwood, M on Sey tember 16, 2004, at Words of Rey, 3:8 speak an important mes- the call of Bishop ¢ Garnett Henning, St., sage about God’s faithfulness to the faithful along with our beloved Supervisor, Mrs. Yvonne Jesus says our material limitations will not {enning-Parks, who returned to us for four restrict our opportunities, only our disobedi- nore years; and ence and lack of faithfulness”; and Whereas, the message from our Chief Pas- Please turn to page 8 Investiture Banquet 2004 "FOR. OUuCLU.A TIME AS THis: Esther 4:14 Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie Bishop _ Gregory G. M. Ingram Preston W. Williams Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie President of the Council of Bishops Bishop Gregory G. M. Ingram, Secretary Bishop Preston W. Williams, Assistant Secretary Monday, December 6, 2004 GAYLORD’S OPRYLAND RESORT AND CONVENTION CENTER 2800 Opryland Drive Hotel Reservations: (615) 883-2211 or (615) 889-1000 Ask for A.M.E. Church or Code N-AMEB4 Journal Ad Space Available “ps3 f R : 3 For More Information Contact he Pt Nashville, TN * 7:00 O'clock PM. 1 3:h Episcopal District Office, A.M.E. Church Inner Circle Seating and Pre-Reception 500 Eighth Avenue South $100.00 Nashville, Tennessee 37203-4181 _ Regular Donation $75.00 (615) 242-6814 — Fax (615) 242-2496 December 2-5, 200A * Embassy Suites Hotel 400 Convention Boulevard Lot Springs, AZ 7190! Suite Rate: $109.00 ¥ Maximum 4 to a Suite For Suite Reservations: Call 501-321-4407 Group: A.M.E. Church Ministers’ Spouses Hotel Cut-off: November 2, 2004 RETREAT REGISTRATION: $100.00 Retreat Registration Deadline: November 3, 2004 HOST EPISCOPAL LEADERS Dr. Barbara J. Chappelle Bishop Richard Allen Chappelle Mrs. Ora L. Easley, President CONN-M-SWAWO+ PK S Dr. John Q. Owens Director of Social Action Bishop Carolyn Tyler Guidry Social Action Commission Chair WayYNESBORO, PA ===== DSC03587.JPG ===== November 8, 2004 THe CwaisTIAN RECORDER 5 Bethel Stamford’s Youth School Rally On Saturday, August 28, Bethel Stamford hosted its first Youth School Rally. (We started out planning for a Church School cookout, with each teacher contributing towards it. At the time, we didn“! know that God had another plan for us, for within 4 weeks from the first meeting of the vur first Youth School Rally that reached well beyond the Bethel community.) Now, being that this was the first time we hosted an event like this planning committee, the cookout morphed int we were not sure what to expect, but the response we received far exceeded our expectations Because of the generosity of various local businesses, individuals, and municipal departments, we were able to distribute over 200 backpacks filled with school supplies to children within our com munity, and outside the community. However, we weren't satisfied just having the children and their parents stop by to pick up a backpack and leave; we invited them to stay, fellowship, laugh, and joke along with eating the food we provided for them, with the Christian centered entertain- ment for the youth. Licentiate Carolyn Caviness from Israel A.M.E. Church in New York gave an inspirational word to the children; Licentiate Kevin McKeithen served as the DJ for the event, “Unspoken Word” from Bethel A.M.E. Church in Freeport, NY performed a MIME routine, and Jonathan Lewis and company brought us Christian rap. All of this was free to the public. When the day was done and all was cleaned up, Pastor LeRoy Ladson, Jr. led us in a “prayer SCENES FROM BETHEL by JAMES S. COOPER, Army Chaplain, Retired Pastor, St. Paul A.M.E. Shawfield Church Sumter, South Carolina More than two and a half centuries ago the pilgrims joined in thanks for their first harvest. We Americans still recognize that custom today. It is a special time for us to remember and rejoice in the message of our beautiful country. Although the tradition was continued, it was not until November 26, 1789, that Thanksgiving was pronounced as a holiday of our country by President George Washington. Thanksgiving reminds us of the deep need in human hearts to express thanks to a Divine Providence for all the things that brings happiness to our daily living ... so we can join in prayerful gratitude for those many things with which in most parts of the world today, we are considered to be richly blessed. May you pause for a moment and in your hearts, and in your own way express thanks for the food, for your place of service in our country, for health and happiness, and for the love of family and friends. In this I join.gladly with you, and pray also that we may prove worthy of the trust our country has placed in us ... to preserve this great nation, and its way of life for our children, and the generations that follow them ... a rich proud heritage for which we can all be truly grateful. Reverend Dr. James S. Cooper STAMFORD’S YOUTH RALLY vy tha g og” 7 ’ “se ; of thanksgiving” for this first time event being a success! Several of those who worked on this event expressed how good God is and what a wonderful work was done in our church. A few days ater, Rev. Ladson received e-mail from one of the parents whose children received backpacks Here's what it said vat et Dear Reverend LeRoy 1 just wanted fo thank both you and your congregation for the generous school supply donations you passed out this last Saturday in Stamford, of which we were grateful recipients I was very impressed by the positive spirit of everyone there, both of the congregation and staff We felt accepted and welcome at all times. This in itself should not be surprising to you as you know your followers, however I must point out the fact we are neither Methodist nor of African descent, When | explained to the woman giving out the school supplies that we were not members of the church (which | think she grasped on her own) and that we did not want to deprive any of the congregation supplies should they run out due to the demand, she pointed out that the supplies were for all children, mine included. ! want to thank you and your congregation for demonstrating Christ's teachings in action to my boys: generosity, brotherhood, tolerance, among others, and for sharing a positive experience with them. This allowed me to show my boys that if we can see each other as people and not auto- matically attach labels before we get to know each other, the future can be a brighter place for them. Although I was born in New York, I have lived over 40 years overseas. My experience has been that those with the least are usually the first to be ready to help out. Thank you for your gen- erosity and sacrifice by allowing us to participate. God Bless, Regards, Matthew Lund After reading an e-mail such as this, one is reminded that oftentimes it’s the little things that can make an impact on someone’s life and that we should always be mindful of our actions and our words. To God be the glory for the things He has done! Respectfully submitted, Bethel A.M.E. Church, Stamford Bipues, Books & HyMNALS- \REstoration! . 1052 Acorn Drive efinessee 37210 788 ® Fax: (615) 232:9977 . For more informaiten contact: / AMEC Sunday Schoél Union (Publishing House) (800) 648-8724 a — ===== DSC03588.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER November 8, 2004 ge THIRD EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP ROBERT VAUGHN WEBSTER THE THIRD EPISCOPAL DISTRICT ANNUAL PLANNING MEETING Thursday — Saturday November 11-13, 2005 Renaissance Columbus 50 North 3rd Street Columbus, OH 43215 Phone: (614) 228-5050 bd FIFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP JOHN RICHARD BRYANT PLANNING MEETING November 8, 2004 Host: Missouri Conference $34 SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP PRESTON WARREN WILLIAMS, II SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING December 2-4, 2004 Bethel A.M.E. Church 819 Woodrow Street Columbia, South Carolina 29205 Church Phone: (803) 779-0138 Pastor's Phone: (803) 750-0303 The Rev. Ronnie E. Brailsford, Host Pastor The Rev. Willie J. Nelson, Host PE. tod EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP CORNAL GARNETT HENNING LOUISIANA ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 8, 2004 W.I.M. Convention November 9, 2004 W.M.S. Convention November 10-14, 2004 Historic St. James A.M.E. Church 222 North Roman Street New Orleans, LA 70112 Church Phone: (504) 586-9989 The Rev. Martin D. Odom, Host Pastor The Rev. John K. Holiday, Host P.E. EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING November 18-20, 2004 Bonner Campbell Edwards, MS Church Phone: (601) 852-5401 The Rev. William N. Love, Administrator Soe EE en OTE i. ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP McKINLEY YOUNG THE EAST FLORIDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 8-12, 2004 Greater Grant Memorial A.M.E. Church 5554 Gilchrist Road Jacksonville, FL 32219 Church Phone: (904) 764-5992 The Rev. Tony DeMarco Hansberry, H. Pastor The Rev. James M. Proctor, Host PE. ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT POST PLANNING CONFERENCE November 18-20, 2004 Radisson Riverwalk Hotel 1515 Prudential Drive Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone: (904) 396-5100 FOUNDER’S DAY/MID-YEAR CELEBRATION March 17-19, 2005 Radisson Riverwalk Hotel 1515 Prudential Drive Jacksonville, FL 32202 od Bishop Samuel L. Green Held His First Annual Conference in Namibia Continued from page 1 must develop into Christian maturity, move away from division and focus the people on Jesus Christ, the Author and Finisher of our faith.” Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr., the 125th elected Bishop of the African Methodist Epis- copal Church, called the 50th Session of the Namibia Annual Conference to order at 3 p.m. and from the onset it was clear that “business as usual” would no longer be acceptable. The Church’s emphasis is three-fold: Spiritual re- vival and development to deal with the politi- cal aftermath of the past quadrennial, youth and young adult retention to empower young- sters to become full participants in all aspects of ministry, and evangelism whereby training would be provided to reclaim the zeal and zest of our predecessors by spreading the Gospel of Christ with new inspiration. The Conference was marked with inspira- tional preaching. Rev. Hans Isaak, Pastor of Purity A.M.E. Church, Wanaheda, delivered the Emmaus Walk Sermon, lifting our spirits that even the downtrodden will be comforted. Rey. Daniel Schmidt, Pastor of ZTT A.M.E. Church, preached the Missionary Sermon, en- couraging us that the harvest is plenty though the laborers are few. The Lay Commitment Sermon was preached with conviction by the Brother Charles Mutambo, who called us back to our first love and put forward forgiveness and reconciliation as important building blocks of spiritual revival. The Rev. J. Nakhom deliv- ered the Memoirs Sermon, and we remembered Rev. Edward Goeieman, one of the unsung heroes of African Methodism who also was a retired parliamentarian from the Namibian Na- tional Assembly. The spiritual revival was put in effect when three female itinerant deacons were ordained. The Reverends M. Kapere, A. B. Sauerwein, and B. Schroder, and one itinerant elder, the Rev. L. Leukes, was also ordained. The Rev. Crawford, visiting from the Ele- venth Episcopal District, delivered the sermon with power on the theme “A Charge to Keep and God to Glorify.” The Namibian Delegation to the 47th Ses- sion of the General Conference A.M.E. Church presented their report, and thanked Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr. and others for the hospi- tality extended during the delegation’s stay in Indianapolis. onference Schedules TWELFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP RICHARD ALLEN CHAPPELLE, SR. WEST ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 9, 2004 W.M.S. Convention November 10-14, 2004 Bethel A.M.E. Church 1220 Carmichael Street Malvern, AR 72104 Church Phone: (501) 337-7572 Pastor's Phones: (501) 332-4405/ (870) 562-3797 The Rey. Larry M. Banks, Host Pastor The Rev. Clarence V. Boyd, Sr., Host PE. The Rev. Thomas W. Adair, Assoc. PE. ARKANSAS ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 16, 2004 W.M.S. Convention November 17-21, 2004 Bethel A.M.E. Church 600 North Cedar Street North Little Rock, AR 72114 Church Phone: (501) 374-3685 Pastor's Phone: (501) 568-3437 The Rev. James Thomas, Host Pastor The Rev. Marcus H. Elliott, Host PE. The Rev. Eugene Brannon, Assoc. PE. DISTRICT PLANNING MEETING December 9-11, 2004 TBA tod SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER Sc aN SEVENTEENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. CHURCH BISHOP PAUL J. M. KAWIMBE Democratic Republic of Congo KATANGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 16th — 18th November 2004 Bulanda Kipushi, Host Church The Rev. M. Kapanda, Host Pastor The Rev. J. Mukanda, Host PE. MBUJI-MAYI ANNUAL CONFERENCE 19th — 21st November 2004 Mount Olivier, Host Church The Rev. K. Sombolayi, Host Pastor The Rev. Jean Mubayi, Host PE. KINSHASA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 23rd — 25th November 2004 Dibumba, Host Church The Rev. N. Richard, Host Pastor The Rev. M. Hockens, Host PE. KANANGA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 26th — 28th November 2004 Christ Notre Paix, Host Church The Rev. D. M. Kasonga, Host Pastor The Rev. G. Muana, Host PE. DISTRICT CONSULTATIVE MEETING 9th — 12th December 2004 Mother Lubemba, Lusaka, Host Church Venue-NRDC ot The Desert Mountain One Hundred and Eighteenth Annual Conference Continued from page 3 with a full day and evening of worship and workshops. The Diamonds and Pearls, Legacy and Destiny Luncheon with keynote speaker, Dr. Bobbie J. Primus-Cotton, Ed. D., M.P.H., RN., was held at the first class conference sight, the Ritz Carlton Hotel. The Fifth Episcopal District W.M.S. of the U.S.A. and Heaven’s Shelter House for Children of the Republic of South Africa have entered into a covenant to shelter and meet the needs of thirty (30) AIDS orphans, ages infancy to age seven (7). The pro- ceeds from the luncheon will benefit orphaned children who are suffering from the result of the epidemic of HIV/ AIDS in South Africa. See the website at www.the hungersite.com. The Opening Worship Service Wednesday eve- ning rang with the resounding, melodious voic- es of the Conference Choir and the congrega- tion singing “And Are We Yet Alive” as the opening hymn. The Reverend Jesse Brown, Jr., Payne Chapel AMEC, Colorado Springs, CO, preached the Opening Sermon, “The Church Image in the Age of Modernity.” His charis- matic singing and preached word invoked thoughts on “How does the world see our image — the church? How does the world see us — the living church?” The Conference Choir was in royal form and gave God the glo- ry with the enthusiastic participatory worship The delegation has recommended the fol- lowing candidates for Episcopal office in 2008: the Reverends Andrew Lewin, Julius H. McAllister, Sr., and John F. White. The election of the conference representa- tives to the Global Development Council took place. The clergy elected the Rev. W. Simon Hanse and the lay elected Sister Thusnelda H. Isaacks. Following the election and upon the recommendation from the Committee on Cir- cuits and Stations, the Task Force to deal with re-bordering issues was appointed as follows: Reverends Neels J. Simon, W. Simon Hanse, Albert E. Biwa, and Sisters Thusnelda H. Isaacks, Katherine E. Goagoseb, and Winnie. The Closing Commissioning Service was marked with traditional pomp and pageantry. The music was inspiring and the liturgical dan- from all in the “house.” A grand welcome recep- tion followed the Opening Worship Service. The week continued with conference busi- ness, pastors’ reports to Bishop John, Hour of Power worship services each day at noon. At Thursday’s Hour of Power, Rev. Noella Austin Buchanan of Highland, CA preached. The week was filled with visiting preachers, presiding elders, Nehemiah Ministries workshop, Minis- ters’ Spouses luncheons, Sons of Thunder Ecu- menical Worship Service on Thursday evening, the Lay Organization’s Lay Witness Evening Service which included a play and liturgical dance, the Memorial Service on Saturday morn- ing called out names of those members of the conference who died during the conference year. One of the names called out was our beloved soldier of the cross, Pastor J. Langston Boyd, who died, who went from labor to reward on (8/25/2004 in his home in Denver, Colorado. The Service of Word, Ordination, and Sacra- ment lifted our spirits in praise to our Lord Jesus. The Ordination Sermon, “We are Called to Make a Decision.” was preached by our newly elected and consecrated Bishop, the Rt. Rev. David Daniels, Jr., Fourteenth Episcopal Dis- trict. The Young People’s Department (Y.P.D.) met all day Saturday, closing with a celebrative Please turn to page 7 cers moved the worshippers to the Seventh Heaven. Bishop Green revived us with the word, “A Fresh Anointing!” The marching orders were very clear, and from the powerful preach- ing, it was obvious that our prelate had indeed received a revelation and vision from God. The adjustments in presiding elder and pas- toral appointments at first hearing sounded un- realistic, but as the Bishop moved on and made further adjustments it was clear that church growth was the clear motivational rationale. The Benediction was given to worshippers who were “pregnant” with expectation for the much-welcomed announcement of nationwide revival services, to be spearheaded by our Epis- copal leader, the Right Reverend Samuel L. Green, Sr. oon ===== DSC03589.JPG ===== November 8, 2004 THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER HURRICANES, HEROES AND HOPE conmocornow ences | KINGS 18:45 ISAIAH 40:24 JEREMIAH 10:13 JEREMIAH 25:32 JEREMIAH 30:23 EZEKIEL 1:4 PROVERBS 1:27 NAHUM 1:3 AMOS 1:14 ZECHARIAH 7:14 The passages emphasize that the impact of hurricanes described over two millennia ago remain with us today. It is undeniable that hur- ricanes produce a special 3-D effect: destruc- tion, death, and despair. This 3-D effect was true in the Old Testament and it is true today. Education, transportation, and economic net- works in Pensacola, Florida (home of the West Florida Conference) are in complete disarray due to the ferocity of Hurricane Ivan. The im- pact of Ivan has resulted in Pensacola public schools being closed for up to two months. Many families in Pensacola will be without electric power and telephone service for sever- al weeks. A major bridge near Pensacola has been severely ruptured and will be closed in- definitely. Economic damages resulting from Hurri- cane Ivan's arrival in the Florida Panhandle are estimated to be $8 - $10 billion dollars. This is more than the combined damages resulting from Hurricanes Charley and Frances. Eco- nomic markets are sent into chaos, family lives are shattered, utility infrastructure uprooted and the ecological system is irreversibly altered due to the ferocity of these storms. Further insult to injury is added when killer tornadoes spawn from hurricanes. In short, the quality of life in affected communities is significantly re- duced. Despite the 3-D effect-of hurricanes I'm al- ways amazed at the will of the human spirit to usher in countless unsung heroes who willing- ly respond to the challenge. I am humbled and profoundly appreciative of the many nameless volunteers who have displayed their kindness and compassion towards hurricane victims. The rapid response teams coordinated by local Red Cross chapters, Salvation Army and church and community volunteers have provided basic sup- plies, shelter, and food for our most needy res- idents. Utility workers are working around the clock to quickly restore lost power, water, and telephone service for their customers. It is through the dedication of volunteers and utili- ty service workers that allow victims to have a ray of hope. But, is there a way to avoid future calami- ties? Or, do we submit ourselves to a nomadic lifestyle by fleeing our homes and seeking al- ternative living arrangements while the storm passes over? These are difficult questions that require thought- ful and reasoned responses. I am of the opin- ion that our current attitude toward hurricanes is passive, lazy, and characterized by dull think- ing. The current approach to hurricanes is re- active. This is due largely to Federal, state, and local officials focusing only on hurricane prepa- ration, not prevention. What we need to be think- ing about is some form of creative pro-active strategy that can lead to a reduction in destruc- tion, death, and despair. I have often wondered why scientists haven't figured out a way to convert the energy of hurricanes into something for humanitarian purposes. What we need is the scientific equiva- lent of the famous Southwestern folklore char- acter Pecos Bill. Though an urban legend, Pecos Bill once harnessed an imposing tornado along the Rio Grande and used it to provide irriga- tion for drought-stricken southwestern Texas farms. I know many farming communities today who could use a modern day Pecos Bill. The Desert Mountain One Hundred and Eighteenth Annual Conference Continued from page 6 The complex forecasting models used by NOAA can tell us within a reasonable standard error where the hurricane will likely land. It would seem like a protective shield could be developed which would be strong enough to withstand 200 mph winds and wide enough to cover the outer bands of the storm, as well. In theory, this is precisely what former Presi- dent Reagan proposed in his “Star Wars” anti- missile defense system. A Nobel Prize is await- ing a skilled and clever scientist to come up with a technology that can prevent the devas- tation and transfer the energy to the power grid and minimize the probability of flooding. In addition, I wouldn't be opposed to taking creative military action against the storm. Why not adopt a preemptive smart missile strike that can put a black eye in the eye of the Hurricane and limit its speed at Category 1 as opposed to the destructive force of Category 4 or 5 hurri- canes? After all, these storms do represent a "clear and present danger" to human life. Now before I’m labeled a heretic for pro- posing steps that appear like tampering with “Mother Nature” or “Acts of God” remember by human ingenuity we are able to construct dams to control water flows and allow for effi- cient irrigation. Windmills offer a safe and en- vironmentally benign way to generate electric power. Furthermore, recall what the quality of life was like in the US at the turn of the 20th cen- tury. Many people died from common child- evening of a full house of green T-shirts adomed by the youth of our great Zion and their sponsors worshiping God. All these services, events, and fellowships mixed together and brought the conference to a hal- lelujah good time Sunday morning when our Bishop preached the Closing Service with a sermon titled, “That the World May Know Christ!” Matthew 28: Bishop John urged us, “ ... to go ... in the name of Jesus, to baptize not just with water but baptize them in Jesus ... ” He urged all to pray. He desired that the Desert Mountain Conference pray: fervently for the nation of Mozambique. “Each annual conference of the Fifth Episcopal District will be charged with prayer for a specific nation...to take back the nations ... Christ!” he proclaimed. so that the world might know The entire week of the conference with all the above and powerful “can’t stay in my seat” preaching of the Holy Word prepared us “to go ... .” return to our assigned work stations across the wide geographical miles of the conference. Although we are many miles apart, love, a coop- erative attitude, e-mail, and conference calls shortens the distance. We know that Bishop John and Rey. “C” are always close to the hearts of the people in the Desert Mountain Conference. by Reverend Lonzie Symonette, Reporter, B.C.C., A.P.C. Conference Reporter hood disease, Life expectancy was not quite 50 years of age, At the end of the century life ex- pectancy rose by over 32 years for the average woman and close to 30 years for the average man, The primary cause for this increase in life expectancy is due to technological advances in medicine. Smallpox, polio, influenza, and the plethora of cancers that killed millions of Ameri- cans before the turn of the 20th century are treatable today thanks to scientific ingenuity. Scientists and medical researchers were the unsung heroes who made it possible for all of us to enjoy the benefits of longer life. If med- ical researchers can improve the physical func- tioning of our bodies, which God created, why can’t scientists improve the functioning of our physical environment? I’m hesitant to concede that hurricanes are necessarily “Acts of God.” Several weeks ago, the Church School Lesson focused on the story of Noah and how God restarted creation after the 40-Day Flood. The sign of the rainbow is used as a symbol that God will not destroy the Earth again by water. If we accept this as truth then it is difficult to reason why the activity of hurricanes represent God’s will since the flood- ing associated with these storms is inconsis- tent with the rainbow's promise. The Psalmist declares, “The Earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof, the world and they that dwell therein.” Jesus compliments that by stating “I have come so that you might have life and have it more abundantly.” We cannot enjoy fullness and abundance if we concede destruction, death, and despair resulting from encroachment by hurricanes. Let's put our faith in Christ and our hope in science that a cure for hurricanes is right a- round the corner. We can and we will regroup, recover, rebuild, and finally we can all rejoice! Thank you and Good Day. *This essay was a prepared as a presentation for the Sons of Allen Organization at Bethel AMEC of Tallahassee, Florida, September 18, 2004. The author wishes to thank his fellow Sons of Allen colleagues Theodore James, Samuel Heyward, and William Huckaby for their thoughtful insights in the development of this essay. A special debt of thanks is also owed to his wife Jennie and their two chil- dren, Nia (eleven years old) and Joshua (nine years old), for providing constructive criti- cism. Dad doesn't always know best. Report of the Committee on Christian Education The 104th Session of the East Tennessee Annual Conference Continued from page 1 Christian Education is basically the process of making disciples, the process of helping in- dividuals who have received Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior of his or her life to grow up into spiritual maturity. Or to put it another way, it is the vehicle to help believers grow up in the faith. There are at least two key components to our Christian Education perspective and pro- cess: 1) Christian Education through a personal and family devotional life A. Personal and family prayer daily B. Personal and family daily Bible read- ing and discussion C. Personal and family goal of daily obe- dience to God’s Word Christian Education through the specific ministry of the local church A. C.E. through the Sunday School B. C.E. through the weekly church Bible study C. C.E. through the weekly or bi-weekly worship service D. C.E. through involvement in the min- istry of the local church iS) Much and most of the ministry of Christian Education in our lives should happen at home within the context of the Christian family. In the personal life of a Christian at home, every believer would be wise to set aside a spe- cial time each day to spend in prayer. This can and should be a blessed time of praise and wor- ship of our Lord, as well as talking one on one with your Heavenly Father and sharing your heart with Him, conversing very personally with Him. Also, every Christian should make a goal to read at least 2 or 3 chapters (or more, and more is always better) a day from God’s Word in his or her individual life. And of course, eve- ry believer should strive to live out and to walk in obedience to that which they have learned from the Word of God. In their home and within their family, a fa- ther and/or mother should make it a goal daily to bring the family together for a time of pray- er and a time of reading the Word of God. And of course take time to talk about the meaning of the passages read. Parents should take time to discuss with and teach their children how to live out their faith. And certainly, parents should strive faithfully each day to live their faith before their chil- dren. Through the ministry of the local church, the ministry of Christian Education can largely take place through four areas of outreach which in- clude the Sunday School, the weekly Bible study, the worship services of the church, and personal involvement in the outreach ministry of the church. Local church Sunday School participation is often a very key tool in helping a Christian to really grow up in their faith. Much spiritual growth happens in believers who are consis- tently coming together with other believers to read God’s Word within the context of the Sun- day School lesson, There they can discuss how the wisdom and insight found in the lesson im- pacts their lives. For many believers, weekly Bible study par- ticipation is very important in their spiritual growth. Much like the ministry of the Sunday School, weekly Bible study participation can help tremendously to build and strengthen a be- liever’s faith. In this context, Christians can read and study the Word of God, and look intently into the Word for guidance and direc- tion for every area of their lives. Weekly worship service participation is an- other vital part of the ministry of Christian Edu- cation. As Christians come together to praise and worship the Lord, sing songs of praise and thanksgiving, give of themselves to the Lord’s work, and hear the Word of God as it is pro- claimed and taught, the spiritual growth and learning that can happen in their lives is tre- mendous. In worship, believers learn about the Lord and His Word, they grow and are nur- tured in their faith, they are built up in the spir- it and empowered by the Holy Spirit to be more effective and fruitful vessels of God in every area of their lives. Believers become more and more like Christ with every single wor- ship service they participate in. And finally, as Christians become involved in the outreach ministry of the church, much Christian Education takes place in their lives. When believers choose to take on the respon- sibility of being a steward or a class leader or a stewardess, usher, an evangelism committee member, missionary, a believer involved in a feeding ministry, etc., something important hap- pens. The Lord reaches through them to touch others with His love, grace, and spirit. And in that process, He works on and greatly blesses the vessel — the believer who has made him- self or herself available to do ministry in the Lord’s service. Those believers will grow in their knowledge of God and in their relation- ship with Him. In concluding, each of these aspects of the ministry of Christian Education can be very important for the spiritual education and growth of individual believers and the spiritu- al education and growth of the church as a whole. Therefore, we, the members of the Christian Education Committee, would encour- age every local church and individual believer to embrace these areas of ministry in Christian education, and to seek to incorporate them into their lives. It is our hope that these local church- es and individual believers would choose to live out a life committed to making Christian education not a program to be temporarily engaged in, but a lifestyle to be lived — in Christ. Respectfully submitted, Committee on Christian Education: Reverends Joseph Parker, Michael Broadnax, Bro. Joe Askins and Sis. Fordie Franklin ===== DSC03590.JPG ===== THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER November 8, 2004 The Resolution of the 94th Session of the East Mississippi Annual Conference, Bishop Senses Challenge and Change Continued from page 4 Mrs. Yvonne Henning-Parks at Conference Whereas, Bishop Henning continued with the Annual Conference nightly revivals, as well as pre-conference Women In Ministry (Reverend Carolyn Thurman, Acting Coordinator) and Wo- NOVEMBER 15-16, 2004 Meeting of the Compllation Committee AML. Sunday School Union men’s Missionary Society (Mrs, Frances Jones, Conference President) business and programs; the missionaries capped eight new Conference members and pinned one male associate mem- ber; and Whereas, revivalist Presiding Elder David J. Campbell (North LA Conference, Shreveport District) preached with power from on high from the subjects, “Stop Tripping,” “Attitudes are Contagious: Is Yours Worth Catching?” and “KISS: Keep It Saved and Sanctified”; and Whereas, the East Mississippi Conference is thankful to God for the Christian leadership, which has emerged in recent years; we are ex- cited about the re-elected General Officer, Rev. Dr. Johnny Barbour, Jr., Secretary-Treasurer, the A.M.E. Sunday School Union; newly appoint- ed Presiding Elder of the Jackson-Meridian Dis- trict, Rev. Dr. Michele R. Goodloe; newly ap- pointed Episcopal W.M.S. President, Dr. Shirley Hopkins Davis; newly elected Episco- pal Lay Organization President, Dr. Melvin I. Evans. Praise God! Morning by morning new mercies we are seeing; and Whereas, Opening Worship Service was a high- er ground praise and preaching worship expe- rience, with native son of the East MS Confer- ence and biological son of mother and father preachers, Rev. Samuel H. Boyd, Sr., D. Min., Pastor of Pearl Street African Methodist Epis- copal Church, preaching the powerful, spirit- filled sermon from the subject, “Trusting a God Who Does Not Abandon.” His message assured this Conference that God is walking around in our fiery furnace situations; and Whereas, roll call and pastors’ reporting were conducted with Bishop Henning’s care, con- cem, and thought-provoking responses and ad vice, Both pastoral and literary reports provid ed useful information and oftentimes encourage ment to the leadership and Conference dele gates; Dr, Shirley Davis, along with Episcopal District Budget Committee members Rever end Donnell Allen and Dr. Melvin Evans, pre sented the proposed Episcopal District budget via PowerPoint, and the budget was adopted; and Whereas, throughout the Conference, sermons and speeches sparked synergism among partic ipants and appeared to unify lay and ministers Rey, Cathryn Amedee, Episcopal Women In Ministry Director, preached from the subject, “A New Thing”; W.M.S./Y.W.I Miss Stephanie Burks offered the W.M.S. Night in White med- itation and questioned, “What Does All the White Mean?” Sons of Allen and Bonner- Campbell Night, with Rev. Archie Smith as Con- ference Director, featured Rey. William N. Love with a message about outreach in our commu- nities, followed by the presentation of over 50 cases of food and clothing to the Greenwood Food Bank. Rev. Dock S. Cooper, III preached a dynamic Noon Sermon, “Can These Bones Live?” The Lay Night program presented the Honorable Bennie Thompson, 2nd Congression- al District of Mississippi, who offered challen- ges to the church in relation to Bonner-Campbell Institute enhancements and the power of the vote; and Whereas, the Conference praised and thanked God during the Memorial, Ordination, and Holy Communion Service. Memorialized were Mrs. Carole Overton Webster, Episcopal Supervisor of the Third Episcopal District; the legendary Rev. A. D. “Gatemouth” Moore; and stalwart mission- ary and lay member Mrs. Bettye Jenkins Caston. Two Itinerant Elders were ordained: Rev. Dock Sylvester Cooper, III, and Rev. Delisha Boykins Wilson. Five Deacons were ordained: Reverends Lorarine Loving, Amita Spencer, Kathryn M. Perry, Sylvia Stewart, and Arrie Patterson. Cau- tioning those ordained to be careful of what they do as they represent a Supreme Being was the great preacher and General Officer, Rev. Dr. Johnny Barbour, Jr., whose subject was, “Ste- wards of the Mysteries of God”; and Whereas, presenting our young people to Chris- tian society is a high honor, an evening of ele- gance was realized through the coordination of Conference Debutante-Masters Commissioner, Mrs. Chandra Phillips. Supervisor Parks, an ex- perienced Y.P.D. Director on most levels of the church, was proud to work with our Episcopal Y.PD. Director Malinda Watts, Conference Y.P.D. Order Today While Quantities Last Director Della Archie, and President Neal Arp, as the Y,P.D.ers showed themselves to be a spir ited group of singers, actors, liturgical dancers, and speakers. Former Eighth Episcopal District Y.P.D. President and now Pastor of Mary Spring hill A.M.B, Church, Shreveport, LA, Rev. Kevin Washington, preached from the subject, “Tur Your Pain Into Gain,” and this dynamic explo ration of the Prayer of Jabez was an engaging experience for youth and adults; and Whereas, Rey, Ray Jackson and the Turner Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church fa- mily were marvelous and accommodating hosts, negotiating with hotels about Conference atten- dee reservations, as hotels adjusted speedily to the influx of Floridians seeking shelter from Hur- ricane Ivan; the Pastor and Turner Chapel family worked diligently to provide the spiritual setting and sustentation for the Episcopal leadership, pastors, and delegation. May God bless them for their hard work and congenial attitudes! Be It Therefore Resolved, that the 94th Session of the East Mississippi Annual Conference is replete with servant leadership and followship, ready to do God’s will! God smiled on us and returned to us our compassionate Chief Pastor and Social Activist, Bishop C. Garnett Henning, Sr, along with the hard working, faithful, and illustrious Supervisor, Mrs. Yvonne Henning- Parks. As well, the Conference praised our Host Presiding Elder, Rev. Dr. Jacob W. Hilton, and looked favorably upon our newly appointed Pre- siding Elder, Rev. Dr. Michele R. Goodloe. Let It Be Further Resolved, that the East Mis- sissippi Annual Conference closed after study- ing to show ourselves approved under the lead- ership of Conference Superintendent, Mr. G. G. Young and Episcopal Superintendent, Mr. Henry B. Edwards. Following, the Conference re- ceived a word from God through the Chief Pastor, whose sermon subject was “On Assign- ment and Under Orders”; pastors were appoint- ed and members exited the city of Greenwood with renewed hope in a God who never fails and a Bishop who has great faith in the people of Louisiana and Mississippi and challenges the East MS Conference: “This quadrennium we must hear again the words of Jesus when He told His disciples to ‘launch out into the deep.” Thus, our business must now be to Enlist, Equip, and Launch leadership for Christ! The Committee on Resolutions Drs. Shirley Hopkins Davis and Patricia Jernigan; Mrs. Georgia Robinson, Ethel Garner, and Dora Evans; Revs. Andrew Stamps and Demetrese Phillips The AMEC Sunday School Union introduces an outstanding line of Denim Shirts, White Button-downs, A.M.E. Church Caps, Lay Polo Shirts, and Lay T-shirts. A. 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• April 30, 1979
  ===== DSC04794.JPG ===== VOL. 128, Wa. 39) » } LYN MONDAY, APRIL 30, 1979 PRICE .15 CENTS Le a a TS oe RS eT mo Ge memes ey AME Siaccah Founder’s Day attracts 2,000 More than 2000 guests from ©. Jordan of NYC, president of | Jones. Devotionals were conduc Maryland, Virginia, North the National Urban League, ted by Rey, Ernest R. Gibson, Carolina and the District of Presiding prelate is Bishop executive director of the Council Columbia turned out for the Henry W. Murph. Toastmaster of Churches of Greater Washing- Founder's Day banquet of the was William A, Marsh Jr., ton; and Dr. Sherman L. Greene Second Episcopal District of the assistant secretary and legal ad Jy., pastor of Wayman Goodhope African Methodist Episcopal visor of the AME Judicial Coun. AME Church. Church. Guest speaker was an cil. Dais principals were in- ardent AME churchman. Vernon troduced by Mrs, Annette C. Photos by Milton Williams PRESIDING PRELATE of the Second (Photos by Milton Williams) Episcopal District AME Church, Bishop Founder’s Day address at banquet in Henry W. Murph listens attentively as Washington. Jordan’s religious affiliation Vernon E. Jordan, president of the is with the African Methodist Episcopal National Urban League delivers the Church. CITY GREETINGS tothe more than 2,000 attendants at AME Judicial Council who was toastmaster; Mrs. the AME Church Founder’s Day banquet are extended Geraldine Murph, the bishop’s wife; and Joseph C. by Mayor Marion Barry. Listeners are William A. McKinney, treasurer of the AME Church. Marsh Jr., assistant secretary and legal advisor of the TABLE COMPANIONS at AME banquet H. Bryant, wife of retired Bishop Harrison are (L to R) Mrs. Pauline T. Mattison, J. Bryant; and Dr. Sherman L. Greene president of the Second Episcopal District Jr., Pastor, Wayman Goodhope AME Women’s Missionary Society; Mrs. Effi Church. Barry, wife of Mayor Barry; Mrs. Edith PROGRESSING WELL among the young AME Church relearn District Young People's Department; Rev. leaders are (L toR) Rev. Frank M. Reid 3rd of Greater Wendell Christopher of Poplar Spring Church in San- Bethel AME Church in Charlotte, N.C.; Rev. Ronald W. ford, N.C.; and Rev. Ricky Spann of Bethel Church in Murph of St. Paul Church in Chapel Hill, N.C.; Johanna Reidsville, N.C. N. Green, of Washington director of the Second MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT at the Preston,accompanist; Rosemary Garvin, AME banquet was provided by (L to R) soloist; and Roger Plater, soloist whose Lv Edwards, accompanist; per formance was described as a adden, soloist; Mozella J. “showstopper.” MINISTERS IN ATTENDA at the AME Church — of Macedonia C hureh in Milton, N.C.; William Jolley, a banquet included (L va R) Rey. Frederick Murph of St. student at Wesley Theological Seminary; and Rey. Dr. Paul Church in D.C.; Rev. Roger Hall Reed of Mt. Robert L. Pruitt of Metropolitan Church in D.C. Moriah Church in Annabeiisg Rev. Colin McC. Lambert Christian Century CHRISTIAN CENTURY HIGH- LIGHTS BLACK CONCERNS IN CONSECUTIVE ISSUES Continued on Page 2 & An independent, ecumenicall] 407 South Dearboen Street > weekly of opinion and news pub-l Chicago, Illinois 60605 APPLAUS appreciation responds to president. Event commemorated the lished by the Christian Century] 312/427- 5380 AME Church's Founders Day banquet church founder, Richard Allen, 1760 - 1831. : Cable: CHRISCENT ; Foundation : address by Vernon Jordan, Urban League ===== DSC04795.JPG ===== PAGE TWO A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER MONDAY, APRIL 30, 1979 The Christian Century Cortinued from page 1 What is happening in black churches? Is there a “black How popular is the discipline of black studies in colleges, universities religious and seminaries? Calling on out- standing black answers, The Christian Century scholars for addresses these and related ques- tions in its April 11 and April 18 issues. In an April 11 article, “Ten- sion Points in Black Church Studies.” Century editor-at-large Gayraud S. Wilmore, Martin Luther King memorial professor of black church studies at Colgate Rochester Divinity School/Bexley Hall/Crozer Theological Seminary, defines that discipline as the academic study of the religious traditions and ex- periences of Americans of African descent—and also as professional training in the special knowledge and skills required by those plan- ning to be pastors of black congregations. Wilmore emphasizes that pro- grams oriented toward the first definition ought to be ecumenical interracial and integrated; ALL students—black or white—should learn to appreciate the con- tributions of the black religious experience to the totality of Christian faith and life. In this context, the author notes the difficulties faced by black scholars working in an area long dominated by white-originated terminology and by white authorities—church historians, theologians and teachers. Wilmore is disturbed by the pervasive silence on the subject of black religion in schools. “Black church studies is doing well enough where it exists. The problem is that in too many of the so-called leading theological schools in the United States it simply doesn’t Moving from this analysis of black religious studies to a study of black churches themselves, the Century offers an April 18 article in its ongoing series “The Churches: Where from Here?”, in which Lawrence N. Jones, dean of the school of religion at Howard Uni- versity, considers the particular needs and goals of black churches. To begin with, there is no “black church” as such, stresses Jones. There are many denominations composed of congregations of black persons—but there is no _ over- arching entity combining them. Nevertheless, these various denom- inations share numerous character- istics—most important, “‘all are addressing themselves to the needs of an oppressed people.” Jones makes a number of informative observations: for in- stance, in contrast to white churches, membership in black churches has been holding steady. so, unlike their white counter- parts, black churches have not developed effective centralized bureaucracies. But the most significant occurrence of recent years has actually taken place out- side the churches; the growing awareness among blacks not affiliat- ed with the churches that reli- gious institutions are critical to the survival of Afro-Americans, The Christian Century, a non- denominational weekly journal of opinion and analysis, may be ob- tained by writing to 407 S. Dear- born St., Chicago, IL 60605 or by calling (312) 427-5380. A Cult: You May Be A Cultist By Rev. Dr. Roii B. Canado—R. H. Many contemporary religious groups and persons live in their peer’s parrot cage; Avers that what- ever they read is true because a well known or popular individual or rector over a fairly large congregation stated it thus-an-so. There are many and varied avocat- ions from the originals of religions and faiths starting with the Zoro- astrian religion, ancient and present according to portions of the Avesta, Mazdaism started thousand of years prior to Abrams contract with ‘Yawhew’ the period seemingly about the time of Sargon I. Since the Jonestown, Guyana frustrating catastrophe we have be- come cognant that ten percent of the ‘jokers’ joking about cults, may be jokes themselves. If I may be permitted to use Webster’s New World dictionary, and Elmer T. Clark’s Book ‘Small Sect In America’, I find they place many religious groups under the same comprehensive interpreted umbrella through the meaning of the word Cult, or should we say religious sect in history and the ritualistic societies of man. Regardless of what you would like, do like, or don’t like the word cult means ‘“‘a system of religious worship or rituals; a group of followers of a dogma of religion; or A set pattern of rituals; A sect etc, according to Webster Et Al. We have proof of over 2008 Sect, or Cults in western civilization alone, with over 1700 being habit- ated in the United States of America, as of this date; This in itself gives us much to think about before the next joke. Elmer T. Clark’s book “Small Sect In America” confirms the facts there are many religious groups in America, with hun- dreds of splinter groups. They are all religious sects or cults. Now, these sects or cults are di- vided into specific groupings; Sectarian, Advent Sect, Subject- ivist sect, charismatic Pentecostal Sect, Legalistic or Objectivist Sect; and part two legalistic or object Sect, Characteristic Small Sect; of course we have two small groups be taken serious is funny because 1 Ms waped Holy Bible ra we evaluate according to the not well known by many, the}way western civilization has ; Egocentric or Mystical bodies. To | amaligatedly oriented us, be able to classify and place each I know why I believe in my God “Jehovah,” a member of the christian faith, a member of the of these entities into their specific grouping, and what they grew out of, sometimes gives us an entirely | methodist denomination; and you new insight on our own dogma of} should know why you are affili- religion, and where we actually | ated with your religious group. | 0 EE PALS by Morrie Turner stand in the perspective of our religious heart’s desires. At the present time we find So says the VA... several good books by well known authors on religious sects or cults in Western Civilization, aside from IT'S GOOD To KNOW VA PROVIDES MEDICAL CARE FOR ELIGIBLE VETERANS Elmer T. Clark’s. There is one by Whitemore and Smith, and another by Pierce and Smith; so with thousands of cults or sects to classify we feel that you are perhaps a cultist if Webster’s New College dictionary is correct. After you have read “Small Sect in America,” I think you will agree with the Christ College Theologian Llewyn-Swit wyn-Swite that all Protestant \\ AN Pre S SO’ Zi ‘ groups are in reality according to the Oxford Dictionary cults. Each with its own dogma of ritualistic doctrine. I refuse to follow Elmer T. Clark’s projection and group each of the bodies into what class- ification they fall under. We have only tried to introduce you to a \S 4 < ; few of the many and varied types A Wisns2 IMS Qe of cults or sects that you come into . Contact nearest VA office contact with each day of your life here in the United States; And the (check your phone book) or a local veterans group. books mentioned herein are all availablé in your local library. But there are many more cults in the Near-East and Far-East than we have in Western Civilization; plus thousands of splinter or fringe groups; Some, hundreds of years older than Abrahams contract with} Some of these are EDITORIAL OFFICES News and Business matters may be addressed to the Editor at the office, 500 Eighth Avenue, South, Nashville, Tenn, 87203. ‘Yawhew’. THE A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER Of The A. M. E. CHURCH Published weekly at the A.M.E. Sunday School Union, Dr. H. A. Belin, Jr., Secretary-Treasurer, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203. Hind the original splinter from]f “Mazda”, Budhist, Taoist, Shin- toist, Animist, Brahma, Judaism. Since 614 A. 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Joseph Sanchez “Follow Me.” St. John 21:19 SUS, THE ONE MEN FOL- LOWED INTRODUCTION Jesus, DIS-| custom where he could take in money over handed for himself, but Jesus said to him, ‘Follow Me,” and he arose and followed him. On one occasion, one writer “Everybody after Jesus,” the blind men were declared: interested in following, the dumb, and the maimed. The rich and the poor the high and the low, the the -most fascinating figure in history, the central person- ality of the Bible, the mysterious and enchanting of all Israel. Jesus. the great controversial citizen of his and the ignorant. day, the one who had no formal training, but knew all things, he wrote no books, but more books WHY DID THEY FOLLOW HIM Was it because of his hands that were skilled in making chairs and plowshares in the carpenter’s shop? He did many a mighty works with his hands. With his hands, he touched blinded eyes and sight came to them; he laid hands on the sick and they re- covered; he used his hands for the good of the people and for the glory of God. thrown from the hands of Jesus: his hands never bore a sword. No wound was ever inflicted by the hands of Jesus. Ihave been written about him than anyone who ever came into this mean world of ours. He lived in the country, but was well acquaint- ed with the folks up town. who was never taught in school, but the Jesus became world’s greatest teacher. Jesus did not have a medical degree, but He could heal all manner of sickness and disease; He No stones were was not an optometrist, but He could give sight to the blind; He was not a pharmacist, but He could So if you would lead, you had better learn from Jesus that hands should not be used for hurting people, but in- make medicine out of spit and clay; He was not a dietitian, but He could prepare a meal for a group o stead for blessing them. twelve or a multitude of five Was it because of his eyes that they followed him? The eyes you know reflect the mind. thousand; He was not a magician but He could walk on the water with as much precision as a man could walk on the Rock of Gibraltar. Jesus was a being on earth who attained to heavenly heights. He was a God who walked on the earth like a man, and a man who walked with God on earth. He was a God who lived humanly, and a man who lived Godly. He was a friend to those who had no friends. Al- though He had no children, He is a father to the fatherless; though He had no home of his own, He is a If your mind is down, so will your eyes be cast down. The eye is the index of the mind. If you have not harmed or have not tried to harm anyone, you can lift your eyes and face the world. but if you intend to hurt or be low-down, you just can’t hold your head up in spite of yourself. If you would follow Jesus and have men follow you, you must be able to look up and have a pleasant countenance. home for the homeless. Explain John 21 LEADERS FOLLOWED John the Baptist was a most JESUS WORDS WERE interesting psychological and socio- WONDERFUL logical personality; his hair was never cut; he never tasted wine; he ived in the desert off the land. His meat was locusts and wild honey; “His words had a_ kindling power of stirring others to original effort.” lowers to asking and seeking and His words set his fol- his clothing was made out of camel’s skin. He was a great leader. knocking and finding. His words John was attractive; people came down from town and villages, stirred liberating spirits out of their complacency and sent them rom far and near to hear John reach in the wilderness. His erbal attack on the sins of his day as been described as a modern winning their way in new adven- took hold of con- and caused them to try the second mile tures. They vention-bound conservatives eapon. Jesus at his own request was baptised by John in Jordan. But John, being the great leader that he was followed Jesus. and turn the other cheek. There was something about the carpenter of the hill country which could lead four fishermen to launch out Jesus passed by the sea of}¢ on a comfortable livelihood into Galilee and saw four fishermen} 4), financially uncertain business in their own who were leaders They had hired men under of fishing for men. It was some- right. them; they were leaders; they were thing deeper than how new Jesus was. It was his power to inspire busy men in the fishing industry.}jewness of life in others. When but Jesus commanded that they you accept Christ, you hesome follow him, and they followed him. ], pew creature. running leaders are followers, the learned Jesus. A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER man named |WHAT IT IS TO FOLLOW Matthew at his lucrative seat of To follow is to come after, or move behind in the same direction; it is to bring up the rear, or come after in natural sequence. To follow is to go along with as a companion; it is to obey and be guided by. To follow is to accept as a guide or leader; it is to follow an example; to copy or pattern after: It is to adopt or duplicate. To follow is to comply with or conform to. It is to correspond with, be in agreement; it is to be in harmony with and adjust to. To follow is to be regulated by; it is to be in harmony with and adjust to. To follow is to be regulated by; it is to be consistent with and sub- missive to; it is to be in accord with the rule. emulate and keep up with. We must be careful who we follow (a) Hitler: (b) Nixon: To follow is to THE MAN TO FOLLOW The man to follow is the man, men have followed and that man is Just a few days ago I heard that a group of church members were going to march in front of a church because they didn’t want their present pastor. Now it’s alright to march but you need to be careful of what you are march- ing for. for: a. Better kept communities b. Better housing for the poor c. Better schools d. Quality medical service that we can afford e. Better job opportunities f. Get in the main economic stream of this great society g. Food for the hungry and poor Whatever your problem is, God will take care of you, .. . Be not dismayed what ever betide God will take care of you...... If we would but work in the name of Jesus. Jesus is the son of Mary, the son of man, the son of righteous- ness, the son of David, and the son of God. Jesus is the man of sorrow, and He is acquainted with the Galilean, The Jesus is the way, the grief; He is Nazarene. truth, the light; He is the way of life and the light of the world. He is the bread of life. Jesus is the good shepherd. He is the word Incarnate. He is the crucified one. He is Lord of Lords and kings of Kings. Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah and the anointed Savior, the Re- the inter- demmer, the mediator, cessor, and advocate. He is the judge, and the king of Jews. He is king of heaven and king of glory. Jesus is my shield, He is my rock in a weary land, my shelter in the time of a mighty storm. He is somebody to follow when you are seeking peace, for He is the “prince If there is anything wrong]study. We need to be marching lof Peace.” He is somebody to follow in time of war because He is a battle ax in battle.” When you have done your best. and you feel that no one cares: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Take my yoke upon you and learn of me, for | am meek and lowly in heart and ye shall find rest unto your soul. “For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” I just came to tell you why Jesus is worthy of being followed! Do not answer your critics—your enemies are not going to believe you anyway. Please God and it doesn’t any make difference whether you please man or not. E. B. Lovingood, Reporter Review Reading MOVER OVER, BUT NOT OUT More women are beginning to move into some of the country’s better-paying, higher-status jobs, according to a Conference Board The study finds that with our homelife today, Jesus willf}women, who now comprise over make it all right if we follow him.]40% of the labor force, made Our church would be better off if}steady if slow progress during the members would follow the Master. |first half of this decade. Women’ substantially increased their num- bers not only in clerical service and other stereotyped female jobs, but fessional and craft positions. also in management, pro- For example, the proportion of women managers in the U. S. economy rose from 16% to 19% in 1975. The gains, while not spectacular, signal the start of a major trend. The study examines progress be- tween 1970 and 1975 in im- proving job opportunities for women, Says the study: ‘‘Some- thing special—something that goes beyond what can readily be ex- plained by the business cycle, by the shift toward service industries, and by the growth in the female labor force participation rate— seems to have happened for women in managerial and professional ranks in the corporate sector”. —The Sales Executive, June 1978 CATCH THAT THOUGHT Is your creativity too often lost in the breach between thought and action? One method of coping with the problem, especially if you get your best ideas just before falling asleep at night, is to make a mental connection between your idea and specific item or location in your office. Then, when you get to the office, look around; your idea will be brought to mind when you see the office item that served as your mental “cue” of the night before. WHERE PERSONAL INCOME GOES Shelter and transportation are taking larger shares of personal in- come. Spending on shelter now constitutes 23% of personal in- up 21% ten years come, from PAGE THREE transportation 11% 10% a decade ago. Food absorbs a smaller share of personal income (16%) than ten years ago (18%). The percentage spent on clothing also dropped somewhat from 6% to 5%. percentage ago, and Vs. is The decrease in on food and increased percentage going for taxes are mainly due to a larger proportion of income receivers in higher income brackets now than in previous years. spent COBBS CORNER Rev. T. E. Cobbs CONDUCTING -A JOB INTER- VIEW Featuring mew, proven sug- gestions for interviewing minor- ities, THE EVALUATION INTER- VIEW by Richard A. Fear also offers important new guidelines for interviewing women applicants for executive positions in a re- vised version of the second edition. Fear emphasizes methods for evaluating an applicant’s abilities— mental, verbal, and numerical— without giving additional aptitude tests, a particularly meaningful skill because of current EEO re- In_ his approach to the interview, the strictions in this area. author also covers many aspects of human behavior and devotes time to practical observations on management. Examining the most effective ways to handle the interview and considerable to interpret the results afterward, this comprehensive work provides} eight specific techniques that are designed to establish rapport with applicants—allowing them to re- talk easily with the inter- viewer, and share the portions of their life histories. lax, revelant Three distinctive features of the book are the interview guide, which provides tested questions to use throughout the session; the in- terview rating form, which shows how to record the information gained; and interview write-ups, which give samples of actual re- ports used by experienced inter- viewers. Richard A. Fear, a personnel consultant for some of the nation’s largest corporations, owns and operates Interviewer Training Ser- vices. A past Vice President of The Psychological Corporation, he is an eminently qualified industrial psychologist and the coauthor o EMPLOYEE EVALUATION MAN UAL FOR INTERVIEWERS. ===== DSC04797.JPG ===== PAGE FOUR AM.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER MONDAY, APRIL 30, 1979 OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH READ THE Black mothers die in childbirth three times The program was presented in the beautiful Sanctuary of First 3 Trinity Church in South Norfolk, as often asi... .. Virginia. Mr. Robert Ware, District President, presided, dentists in the U. S., white mothers, Nutritional deficiencies are found twice as often among Rpts mantic black children as among white ones, For most white racial discrimination and overt prejudice are artifacts of the past, an uncomfortable era in our history, a stain on the American conscience re- moved by the civil rights laws and the anti-poverty programs of the 1960’s, was presented by the Youth Choir Rehoboth Chea- peake. The words of welcome were of Church in Americans, given by Layman Boone of First Trinity and the response by Lay- man White of St. Paul in Ports- ‘ n . Jmouth. on oe , Virgini For nearly every black American, racism and prejudice iia yes anks, Virginia are as real as the sun rising every morning, heat in the sum- ai ae Piotr itd ve REV. R.H. REID, JR. mer and cold in the winter. sg 1 ee ? , m i: » ROA. * : 7 : topic, “I Rise to Te. Perhaps the white respondents to Louis Harris’ poll ais rg EDITORIAL STAFF P 8 poll have My Determination.” A challeng- learned less how to love their neighbors and more that open hatred has become unfashionable. Public prejudice might ng, fo. ne ones ee REV. R. H. REID, JR., Editor presented to an attentive audience. Dr. J. W. Yancy. II, The Roving Editor; Rev. T. E. Cobbs, Religious Literature Editor; Mr. E. P. Wallace, Laymen’s Editor; Mr. H. L. Felix, Special Editor; Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Music Editor; Rev. Miss Nurjahn Govan, Ministries Editar; Rev. Chappelle Davis, Social Action Editor; Rev. Frank Waters, Jr., Public Relations Editor; Mrs. Thelma A. Wills, Contributing Editor; Dr. Jamye Coleman Williams, Colleve-University Editor; Mrs. Wilhelmina Law- gence, Youth Missians Editor; Mrs. Ruth Hill Jones, Consulting Editor. RACISM IS NO ARTIFACT By Julian Bond (Ediforially Speaking) Women Louis Harris tells us that the number of white Americans who think poorly of black Americans has declined pre- cipitously since 1963. At the same time, government data tells us that black Americans are still disadvantaged and in some ways worse off than in years past —when racist attitudes were more commonly (and openly) reported than today. The gap between what white people believe and the way black people live can be demonstrated in numerous areas. In education, for instance, young blacks are more likely than whites of the same age group to lack a high school school diploma or a college degree, and are likely to make less money than whites with less education. Sixty percent of blacks in colleges attend two-year community colleges or vocational and technical institutions. Half of the remaining blacks in colleges attend the histor- ically black colleges, which still produce half of all blacks in America who receive a BA degree. There has been both a percentage and numerical decline iin the number of black medical school students, even before Alan Bakke’s success. In 1977 there was only one black Ph. D. in metallurgy, and in nuclear engineering. No black received a doctorate in agriculture, mining or systems engineering. The percentage of blacks completing college increased from 4% male and 6% female in 1960 to 11% for black men and women in 1976. But 34% of white men and 22% of white women finished college that same year. College-educated black men earn 85% of the income of equally educated white men. In employment, blacks are more likely to be unemploy- ed, have less per capita household income and a greater chance of being in poverty. There are twice as many black people unemployed now as was true in 1969. The number of black men unemployed tripled between 1967 and 1977. One of every four black workers in the United States is out of work. From 1976 to 1977, the unemployment rate for black teen-agers increased from 37% to 40%. In health, only 1.07% of physicians in the U. S. are black. The ratio of white physicians to white people in one to 700. Among blacks, the figure is one to 3,000. Of 150,000 recede, but its private results are still felt. We might commission another poll of the secret beliefs of white Americans to discover why their perception fits so poorly with black reality. Conference Laymen VIRGINIA CONFERENCE LAY- MEN’S ORGANIZATION Newport News, Virginia—The Lay Organizations of St. Paul AME Church in Newport News and the Historic Bethel AME Church in Hampton were co-hosts for a Leadership Training Seminar for Lay Persons, youth, adults and The day long work- shop sessions were held in the ministers. spacious facilities of St. Paul’s Church. After registration and a coffee hour, the combined youth participants from Hampton and Newport News conducted the devotional hour. The Virginia Conference theme ‘Putting on the Whole Armor for Christian Commitment” was used. Participants attended the fol- lowing workshop seminars: Group I The AME Church—What We Believe—What we stand For Chairperson: Mr A. Armstead Presenter: Rev. H. A. Martin Recorder: Mrs. J. Wilson Group IJ The AME Church— Its Structure and Organiza- tion Chairperson: Mr. J. E. Tobin Presenter: Rev. S. W. Williams, Jr. Recorder: Mrs. E. Jefferies Group III The Position of the AME Church on Current Issues Chairperson: Mrs. S. French Presenter: Rev. F. S. West Group IV Stewardship and Re- solving Conflicts and Crisis in the Church Chairperson: Mr. S. Boston Presenter: Rev. W. A. Page Recorder: Mrs. J. Wilson Youth Group V Americans from Africa, Builders and Sup- porters of American Culture Chairperson: Mr. G. Boston Co-Chairperson: Mrs. C. Favor 1. Topic: The AME Church —Its History and Con- tribution to American Culture Presenter: Miss O. Churchill 2. Topic: The Black Family, A Phenomenon In American Culture Presenter: Mrs. B. Reese Recorder: Miss V. McCormick At the close of the workshop sessions, a fellowship Luncheon was served by the hosts. J. F. Banks, Virginia Confer- ence Organization President, was program facilitator and led the closing “Wrap-Up” session. The workshop was a_high- light of activities recommended and approved by the State organi- zation. These creative and innovative problem-solving workshops were intended to provide a wide range of information about some of the con- cerns of lay persons, youth and ministers in our church. In December, all of the Eastern Shore Churches met in a work- shop which was hosted by Bethel Church in Eastville. During the month of Jan., the churches in the Roanoke area and Southwestern Virginia hosted a similar workshop at Mt. Zion Church, Roanoke. Each local church organization has been urged to continue local study seminars. The Portsmouth District Lay Organization presented its Annual Founders Day program inviting all churches in that District. Closing remarks were made by Rev. T. R. Spensor, Host Pastor, and Rev. W. L. White, Pastor of Rehoboth Church. Co-Hosts: Mrs. Daisy Horne Mrs. Sophia French President: Mr. Robert Ware Double Announcement ANNUAL LAYPEOPLES’ SUNDAY —APRIL 29, 1979 Detroit, MI—The — Laypeoples’ Organization of historic Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church (5000 St. Antoine at E. Warren Blvd., Det.) will celebrate their Annual Observance Sunday, April 29, 1979. At the 10:45 a. m. Worship Service, Dr. H. Ralph Jackson of Memphis, Tennessee, will be guest speaker. He is the former Director of the Minimum Salary Depart- ment of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Dr. Jackson, a Civil Rights Leader, received the Co-Citizens Award of the Year for participation with the Labor Union on that organized the Sanitation Strike in Memphis. He is presently serving as Presiding Elder of the North Memphis District of the West Tennessee Annual Conference and is a candidate for the Bishopric in the AME Church. The days activities will climax with a Tom Thumb Wedding at 3:00 p. m. Twenty-two boys and girls, age four to nine will parti- cipate in the wedding which term- inates a contest to select the Bride and Groom. Mr. C. LeBron Simmons, Pre- sident, Mrs. Howard Gay, Di- rector of Lay Activities, The Reverend Maurice J. Higginbothan, Pastor. ===== DSC04798.JPG ===== MONDAY, APRIL 30, 1979 A.M.E, CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE FIVE TRANSLATED Rev. O. B. Gillespie announces that he is ready. He was born in Lee County Arkansas and attend- ed the public school there. He is a veteran of World War Il. After returning from the service, he attended the Jackson Seminary at Shorter College in North Little Rock, Arkansas. He also studied at the Moody Bible School. He is a Real Estate Broker and a Notary Public. He pastored some Shorter accepted the invitation to membership. | Holy Communion was administered by Elder Jenkins and the pastor of Bethel, Rev. W. E. McNealy. Mrs. Allie Campbell, Reporter Fred Armstead, respectively. The}mendation to Trinity and the Annual Conference will be hosted}pastor for the good work that is by Bethel. being done, he was especially high Mrs. Alice Peacock, Reporter}in his praise for the beautification of the church edifice, which has Memphis, TN—“Ingratitude” was}now been converted from a wood the timely subject of the Second] to brick exterior. Quarterly Conference sermon de- Following the business session, livered by Presiding Elder J. C.Ja delicious meal was served. Miller to the Bethel AME Church Serlyn Dunaway, Reporter congregation, of which the Rev. C. E. Ware is pastor. Rev. Miller sought to make his hearers aware St. Louis, MO—The Third Quarterly Conference of Wayman AME Church found Rev. Lonnie C. Wormley, dynamic pastor of the church, presenting Rev. H. L. Vaughn, who is now the Senior Presiding Elder. With the aid of the printed quarterly report, the Hamburg, Ark.—Jr. Superintendent Jack H. Hill, Ul, was in charge of the Sunday School that fell on the day of the Second Quarterly Con- ference at Soldiers Chapel AME Church. A very good review was given by Stevie Daniel. At the eleven o’clock worship service, speaking from the Ninth Chapter of Hebrews, Presiding Elder M. A. Brunson delivered a most inspiring message on the sub- ject of “The Coming of Jesus.” The three o'clock session was very well-attended. Rev. Charles Lovett, pastor of Quinn Chapel, presided and the Rev. N. Spencer, pastor of Ryles Chapel, brought the afternoon message. “Love in Tears,” based on Matthew 23:37 and Luke 19:47, was his subject. The District Choir, which furnished the music, was at its best. of the major charges in Arkansas for a number of years. He is now of the sin of being ungrateful to serving the church as Presiding Elder. He announces that he is now God for his constant blessings. Mrs. Sadie N. Miller, the queenly wife of the Elder, was present and brought beautiful words of praise and encouragement to the members of Bethel. The Young Adult Choir furnished the music of the morning. At the close of the afternoon business session, during which re- ports by all the church boards were made, the Presiding Elder com- business of the evening progressed rapidly. Rev. Garfield Williams ready for Episcopal Honors. MT. EVERETT CHURCH ga) she oy: MOURNS DEATH OF PASTOR Traveling With The Presiding Elders The memorial period for de- ceased members was followed by words of commendation from Rev. Vaughn to members of Wayman for having persevered through the rigors of winter. Not only was Wayman able to fulfill all con- nectional obligations, but to Rev. Garfield Williams’ Christ- ian service—in the third month o the sixteenth year as pastor of Mt. Everett Church—was terminated February 4, as he collapsed with a massive heart attack in the Dr. J. W. Yancy, II Director pulpit. of Public Relations of the Texas He seemed unusually alert}Area submits to this column the during the entire morning and the embark on a church renovation pro- gram. Rev. Wormley closed the mended those reporting on the splendid accounting of the very meeting with an expression of]fine work done by the pastor and thanks to Wayman’s loyal members, whom he challenged to love their members. He expressed the hope that the church would continue to “First Sermons” Texas Presiding Holy Spirit was evidenced in his]Elders preached at the outset of beautiful summary of the Sunday|their mew year after being School lesson as he admonished}appointed from an Annual Con- Christians to lead spotless lives; in]ference. Coming out of Bishop the exuberant sermon he delivered;] Adams’ “Cabinet”, they approach in the songs he sang, “Lord Have]their new work-in-sermon like a Mercy On Me” and “I Am Going}U, S. President in his “State of the To Work Until the Day Is Done”;! Union Message”’ to Congress. and in the appeal to Christian}Rey. A. J. Davis: “Fullness of Discipleship. church first and their pastor as}make progress and realize their themselves. He reminded them that] goal in the near future. if God is in the plan, it cannot fail and exhorted them to keep this in remembrance. Mrs. L. G. Walls, Reporter Viola Ware, Reporter Holly Grove, Ark.—Presiding Elder M. C. Johnson admonished those in attendance at the morning wor- ship service of the Second Quar- Lost and Found terly Conference at St. Paul AME that to have a long life one must]Williston, FL—On Sunday, Feb. obey the laws of nature, the laws}}g_ 1979, the members, friends of the land, and the laws of God.Jand pastor celebrated the 89th His thoughtful subject was “Is-l year of Allen Chapel. sure With God,” based on Job 5:26. Sunday School began at 9:30 A. successful business session}A- M. and morning service at 11:00 Jacqueline Jacob, Reporter Crestview, FL—The Second Quar- terly Conference of Mt. Zion AME Church, pastored by Rev. Calvin Griffin, got off in grand style when Presiding Elder C. E. Jenkins held the business session on Saturday God’s Promise” Psalms 23:1-3. Rev. A. L. Brown: “God Gives us Great Things”. Psalms 126:3. Rev. E. L. Burton: “Christ and the Lonely.” Jer. 8:21 Rev. F. D. McDonald “Strife Among the Chosen Few”. St. Luke 22:24 Rev. O. W. Hodges: “Keep Your Promise with God.” Judges 11:35 Rev. T. A. Steadham: “Expection The Prospect”. St. John 12:21 Rev. O. L. Dawson “A New Creature”, 2. Cor. 5:17 His death came just prior to the offering of the Holy Communion. night. Elder Jenkins gave remarks from St. Luke 24:32, after which all boards of the church made full reports. Rev. Williams was born July 26, 1908. Presiding Elder M. J. Black presided over the funeral services was held with all boards andjA-. M. Call to Worship by Mrs. On Sunday morning, Elder} auxiliaries making complete] Blondell Jones. Theme for the which convened Thursday, Feb. 8, 1979 at 8:00 P. M. with Bishop Frank C. Cummings delivering the reports. moming: “Where Do You Keep Jettie Rivers, Reporter Jesus”. It was given by Mrs. E. Thompson, after which we dined. Deland, FL—“The Lord is my shepherd and I have everything | Jenkins concluded the quarter by reviewing the Sunday School les- son and quizzing the younger students, much to their delight The 11:00 A. M. message was selected from St, Mark 1:32-45 Elder Jenkins chose his subject from Verse 44, “The Human Touch, Love.” By the time the eulogy. The 3 P. M. services at the Greater Bethel AME Church was conducted by Rev, F. S. Fason, He leaves to moum a wile, Helen Williams; two sisters; a need” was the subject for the brother; and the Mt. Everett}Rev. F. D. Thomas: “Struggles of A Christian 2 Cor. 1:5-7 Rev. M. H. Vanhoose “Con fusion—The Absence of God” Gen, 11:4-7 Rev. H. F. Dodson: “The Faithful Are Reapers”. Ruth 1:16 Rev. John DeLeon Walker: “Faith For the Unknown”, Heb, 11:8, 10 sermon delivered by Presiding Elder : Rev. H. E. Green at the Second who chose for his text St. Luke Bethel]4:18. “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me to preach the Gospel”. congregation Dorothy S. Sims, Reporter Quarterly Conference at sermon was over, the flow offAME Church The scriptural After the sermon, everyone got love could be felt all over the Candidate Talk reference was the Twenty-third happy. The Spirit was high. Chair- church Psalm, The message coming from man Bro, Sammy Darty called for A brief memorial service was}the Elder was truly comforting reports from all captains. The total for the day was $1,704.26 held for Sister Lizzie Freeman, who}and encouraging. As Rev. Cox passed away during the quarter Mrs. D. G. Griffin, Reporter extended an open hand and invitation to follow the good We want to thank Bishop Pensacola, FL—The significance of shepherd, nine people joined the 5 & Monk fr mame ow Tallahassee, Florida~A Succ essful the cross on which Christ died was church Hearts were filled with such a man as Rev. G, W. Layne. joy and God was gratefully thanked We were all lost, but thank God for the additional members who Rey the thrust of Presiding Elder [Second Quarterly Conference was ( I Jenkins’ message when he }held at Bethel AME under the came to Bethel AME Church for Layne found us, Since he leadership and direction of Pre-]| chose to follow the Good arrived here in September, mem- the Second Quarterly Conference, [siding Elder D, H. Jamison, with Shepherd bers and friends have gained new “For I delivered to you as of first fan inerease shown in all areas A memorial service was held vigor and strength. We ask for importance what I received, that |Porty-five people have joined the]for the three beloved members mee prayers all | over the Rev. O. B. Gillespie Christ died for our sins according |church during this period and ajwho had passed on since the last er ae to the scriptures.” 1 Cor. 15:3. |very substantial increase both conference . : : ; MY IDEA “And when they came to the place Jspiritually and financially was to Voloria Hadnot, Reporter Yours for Christ + or Rev, C, D, Rogers, Pastor called The Skull, there they crucifi- [be noted The N. Z. Graham | Warrenton, Ga Trinity AME - Scar ee White Springs AMI Church led him and the criminals, one on [Board, recently re-instated under Chureh and their pastor, Rev i ™ Sige oe Bearden, Arkansas the right and the other on the left.” [the leadership — of Mrs At A. L. Burnett, were hosts to the v ee ‘ : ae rene Pine Bluff District “Christ died” was the subject of the [Tanner, also reported Fourth Quarterly Conference of the Rt. Rev. S. S. Morris, Jr. Warrenton Circuit with the able Bishop > > Presiding Elder Rev. A. B, Wilson Rev. H. E. Hill, P.E Central Arkansas Conference Elected delegates to the Dis trict and Annual Conferences were Mrs. Victorine Blake and Mr Who is sufficient for these The church family was in Large his words of com things? creased by one, as Mr. Thomas in charge. In ¢ ===== DSC04799.JPG ===== PAGE SIX Thoughts for Thinkers Presiding Elder of the new Rey. R. J. Hampton GOD AND MAN By Reginald J. Hampton There is a God from whose hands it doth flow Infinite powers that Conquers any foe The Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost it is; Trampling sin and Satan, and work- ing their soverign will. The mighty forces of the universe, though strong and mighty they be; I stand before then undaunted and erect for the Trinity stands beside me. I do not know the pain, the sorrow, or woes I must endure, But my God is able and of this I am so very sure! Black Church Model Lexington District, Kentucky Con- ference, by Rt. Rev. Howard T. Senior Bishop and Pre- Bishop, 13th Primm, siding Episcopal District. The Third World perspective is enhanced by the travelogue of Dr. and Mrs. Mack to the fifteenth Episcopal District, embracing the Republic of South Africa and S. W, Africa. The world travel of Dr. and Mrs. Mack included Brazil, South America, and Egypt, the Land of the Pyramids and King Tut. The development of ethnic studies re- flects the commitment of admin- istrators and faculty to meet the new approach to the needs of a community of people who, of their cultural background, because ethnicity, have not had the opportunity for advancement and _ self-fulfillment, and be an integral part of the American way of life. color, The new model for specific content is part of a new resource book for leaders and teachers in The richness of ethnic heritage studies programs can contribute to the total society and the potential for human development and moral training in Sunday Schools, Allen Christian Endeavor Fellowships, Scouting, RAYC, Youth Groups and organizations. education and social service. We continue to be committed to academic excellence and relevance to different racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups in American life. The ultimate goal is better understanding of all people and the advancement of human dignity. Can the AME Church meet the challenge to contribute to the end of racism and the continuing || struggle and survival of oppressed Dr. E. L. Mack INTRODUCING A NEW MODEL FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION IN THE BLACK CHURCH CUR- RICULUM ON BLACK FAMILIES AND BLACK COMMUNITIES AT UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY Lexington, KY—Rev. Dr. Edgar L. Mack develops new Multi-Ethnic Educational Curriculum for clusion of Ethnic Minority people and different cultures in a plural- istic society. The New Multi- Ethnic Curriculum is addressed to the needs of Black communities, in- Hispanic communities and other color ethnic groups. The innovative educational materials focus on the particular needs of oppressed people in America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa and the Third World, or developing nations. Dr. Mack is professor in the College of Social Professions, Uni- versity of Kentucky and appointed j people? Let this be our agenda for Christian Education now and in the Twenty-First century. The jate Bishop R. C. Ransom “The Sage of Tawana Springs,” wrote: “The AME Church is the Morn- ing Star of all Organized Negro Movements for Freedom and Human Dignity.” Recorder In Texas CHRISTIAN RECORDER IN “TEXAS COLLECTION” The January 29 issue of the AME Christian Recorder which carried the front-page article on the Galveston, Texas Reedy Chapel Organ Restoration has been placed nthe Collection” of Baylor University, Waco. The Texas Collection at Baylor University is the most authenticat- ed Texas Historical Collection in existence. Other articles on Texas AME Historical aspects, published in the AME Christian Recorder in other times have been placed in the “Texas — A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER Lyndon B. Johnson Library, Uni- versity of Texas; the Texas Hibs- torical Commission Library, Austin; and the Rosenberg Library, Galveston. The letter of the Texas Collection about the January 29 issue of the Christian Recorder is below: THE TEXAS COLLECTION PO Box 6396 BAYLOR UNIVERSITY Waco, Texas 76706 30 March 1979 Dr. J. W. Yancy, Il, Director Public Relations, 10th Episcopal District AME Church 1116 Elm Avenue Waco, Texas 76704 Dear Dr. Yancy: Your letter and enclosed copy of the A. M. E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER arrived in this morn- ing’s mail. I appreciate your taking time to send the paper to us. We, like you, are eager to see that worthwhile materials related to black history in Texas are preserved. Thus, we are very happy to have a copy of your article on the Reedy Chapel Organ in Galveston which you wrote for this pub- We will see that it is re- tained in our subject files. lication. You are quite correct about Dr. Mayes—she is one of our good friends. However, as is often the case with friends who spend a good bit of time within a few hundred yards of each other, we seldom have an opportunity to see her as We will try to do something about that in the future. Thank you again for remem- much as we would like. bering us! Sincerely, Kent Keeth Director Chicago News Notes COPPIN’S MISSIONARY DAY A GREAT SUCCESS! MRS. GENEVA COLEMAN GUEST SPEAKER By Herbert L. Felix Coppin AME Church Dr. J. Haskell Mayo Pastor Chicago, Ilinois—Sunday, March 25, 1979, was indeed a big day at Coppin AME Church when our wonderful women of God observed ANNUAL MISSIONARY DAY! My friend and Pastor Dr. J. Haskell Mayo and Mrs. F. Johnson our selected a Geneva Missionary President preacher’s Mrs. Coleman as the guest Mrs. Coleman is a brilliant woman of God in the 4th district and the entire AME Church. She is the wife of my dear friend Dr. D. C. wife speaker! continued on page 7 MONDAY, APRIL. 30, 1979 —s — oor — oo oh or oor or ANNOUNCEMENT JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY Jackson, Mississippi Rt. Rev, Frank C. Cummings, Bishop Dr, Jimmie James, Jr., Director THIRD ANNUAL CHURCH MUSIC WORKSHOP Sponsored By The Eighth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church In Cooperation with The Departments of Music and Continuing Education June 25-29, 1979 Frederick D. Hall Music Center Jackson State University CONSULTANTS Dr. Wendell P. Whalum, Chairman Department of Music Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA Mrs. Edith W. Ming, Supervisor Fifteenth Episcopal District Cape Town, South Africa Mrs. Louise Jones Instructional Media Specialist Jackson State University Gospel Consultant to be Announced THE LORD IS A SAVIOR AND A FRIEND The Lord is a savior, and a friend. A friend that we can depend on when the problems of life begin. When mental depressiveness creates discomfort and disillusions too, God can restore the joy of living and your peace of mind too. MUSIC WORKSHOP— EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT— JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI Tution and Fees Graduate Credit 1 hr. $ 43.50 Graduate Credit 3 hrs. 114.50 Undergraduate Credit 1 hr. 39.50 Undergraduate Credit 3 hrs. 106.50 Non Credit O hrs. 25.00 For Information Contact: Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Director Church Music Workshop Department of Music Jackson State University Jackson, Mississippi 39217 (601) 968-2141 Accommodations Housing is available in University dormitory for small room/board charge. Registration: 3 hrs. Mon., June 25—8:00 a. m. 1 hr. Tue., June 26—8:00 a. m. 1 hr. Wed., June 27—8:00 a. m. Rt. Rev. Frank C. Cummings, Bishop Eighth Episcopal District Eighth District Administrative Office 2138 St. Bernard Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70119 (504) 948-4251 ===== DSC04800.JPG ===== MONDAY, APRIL 30, 1979 AM.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER from Newly ordained ministers have the budget of the local church, so that if this classification |the opportunity to “opt out” of change were made, the church and }s§ its Chicago News Notes Ile continued from page 6 Bore The ocial Security providing the ex- Coleman the dynamic pastor of resources suffer accordingly, Bethel AME Church—Chicago, IL. Bishop ‘Primm brought Dr. and Mrs. Coleman and Dr. and Mrs. Mayo. from the cold state of Colorado to add needed blood to the great 4th District a few years ago! mption Form 4361 is filed by thereby lessening the opportunity JApzil 15 following the second year in which more than $400 is earned The must be applied for on the basis of religious convictions, not for econ- for much needed salary increases to ministers, from ministry, exemption “OFFSET ALLOWANCES” omic or political reasons. One signs Each local church should in- clude in its budget a Social Security “offset allowance” to be paid to, It should be equal to that which the minister has to pay IRS for Social Security, Mrs. Coleman declared to a a statement that for reasons of great audience at Coppin that Missionary work means more than religious conscience, he/she does not believe in any form of govern- just wearing white. We must work] for, the minister. ment insurance. This is hardly an at home! We must also help our Bishops and honest declaration for most Christ- members in lands ian Church ministers, or at least the amount the church many miles away! Mrs. Coleman would otherwise be required to This has just returned from a visit with Bishop Ming and his wonderful people. We had many guests present including the one and only Mrs. Lucille Thomas! The following great women of Coppin played a significant role in the Annual Missionary Day Program: Mrs. F. Johnson; Mrs. Altha Terrell, Mrs. Alma Miller, Mrs. Shannon. Bye for now! By Herbert L. Felix A preacher’s kid out of Chicago, IL “OPTING IN” pay in “employer” taxes. “offset” would be reported to IRS as taxable income for the minister along with salary. Another alternative Ministers who, in the past, signed Form 4361, “opting out” of Social Security because of religious conviction, may now sign Form 4361A and revoke such and come into Social Security, if they act by April 16, 1979, paying the Social Security Taxes for 1978 at the self-employed rate. Once “in” as a minister, there is not pro- vision to “opt out”. The two Forms (Nos. 4361 and 4361A) may be secured from the IRS “fice. a a eee CONNECTIONAL LAYMEN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS § § is for the church to put the “offset allowance” into the Additional Benefits Tax- deferred Annuity Program of the There the tax liability is postponed to a time when it is less, or non-existent, BERMUDA April 5-8, 1979 Richard Allen AME Church Queen Street St. George’s, Bermuda Pension Fund. Essie and the minister’s funded pension Church ane Host Elder benefits are increased. “OPTING OUT” PDO QO ODO PID DELAWARE April 18-22, 1979 Bethel AME Church 602 Walnut Street Wilmington, Delaware The Rev. Elmo A. Bean, THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH$ Host Pastor Announces the 16th Biennial Session of the CONNECTIONAL LAYMEN’S ORGANIZATION August 5-11, 1979 SHERATON HOTEL NEWS BULLETIN § ENSION IN THE NEWS Submitted by J.M. Granberry, Jr. ) (302) 658-1676 Church FNISTERS PESOCIAL (302) 652-5218 Residence ECURITY 1979 Host Elder With the increase in Soci Security costs, there is a growin NEW JERSEY concern among ministers in the) (Headquarters) April 25-29, 1979 difficulty in paying Social Security, 17th STREET AND JOHN F: KENNEDY BLVD. Sr Jarkas AMERRUNN taxes and the burden this place PHILADELPHIA, PA ion personal budgets. DOV OVO OVO OVO OVO LIL The ustalk Atlantic City. NJ 08401 be Security ministers re-classified for)mMR. J. D. WILLIAMS, CONNECTIONAL PRESIDENTS Pastor Social purposes 5 MR. REUBEN H. LAMBERT, FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PRESS (609) 345-0179 Church employees” instead of having to REGISTRATION — $40.00 (609) 345-3465. Residence HOTEL RESERVATIONS: Mr. Joseph B. Inabinet, Chairman PO Box 19785 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143 pay the tax at the “self-employed” rate. Acti Eld There has been little supporth (Acting) Elder for such among most American ae tee NEW YORK religious groups, primarily because SOUVENIR JOURNAL: May 16-20, 1979 the “employer/employee”’ arrange- Mr. Albert Robinson, Chairman Bethel AME Church ment would actually increase the total cost. For others, it also raise the Church/State question. Pref sently, Social Security Tax pay- 234 Sixth Avenue 54.60 132nd St Long Branch, New Jersey 07740 = OT : Size of Journal — 8% X 11 Host Pastor ments by the minister are one and Full Page — $100.00 a half times what the minister, oe as 50.00 22) cane é (212) 926-9314 Residence would pay if treated as an Y, page - 25.00 The Rev. William mployee. If the minister was Patron = 2.00 (Mr. or Mrs.) Host Eldet taxed as an employed person, the} Patrons = 3.00 (Mr. & Mrs.) 5.00 total tax would then be twice " Business Patron— mployee’s tax. In 1979, a minister with ane annual salary of $13,338 (1978¢ average) will pay on the present§ basis, eee On this same compen- PHILADELPHIA May 23-27, 1979 St. Matthew’s AME Church 57th and Summer Streets Philadelphia, PA 19139 EXHIBITS: Col. Fred Leven, USA (Ret.), Chairman 1682 Daws Road Norristown, Pennsylvania SO OV OV OV OVO OP LOLI O OV OO IPOD LOL 1f-employed 19403 8.1%). sation, an employee would pay Exhibit Area — 30,000 Sq. Ft. $820.68 (6.13%), and the $250.00 for Booth Space mployer the same, for a total off MAKE CHECKS (CERTIFIED OR CASHIER) OR MONEY ORDERS§ 5 1,641.36 which is $556.94 moreé pay ABLE TO: FIRST DISTRICT BIENNIAL LAYMEN’S ORGANI-— Botha ZATION, AME CHURCH payments should ultimately come pe es ODO DLE DOP LPP DDD PD Host Pastor (215) GR2-4784 (215) GR4-2463 Residence DPV DPV OV OV DYDD ial“) than the minister’s cost. Host Elder Ye Cross Annual Conf. Schedule FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT Rt, Rev. R. A. Hildebrand, Bishop The Rey. C. W. Heard, Host Pastor (809) 297-0239—Residence Rev. Cyril S. Butterfield 19806 The Rev. Atwood J. Foreman, New York and Arctic Avenues suggestion is the alternative that) BISHOP RICHARD ALLEN HILDEBRAND, PRESIDING BISHOP§]., . poy William L. Cody, Host The Rev. William L. Cody, Host New York, New York 10037 The Rev. Henderson R. Hughes, L. Freeman, The Rev. Theophilus E. Harper, The Rev. Harry J. White, Sr. PAGE SEVEN NEW ENGLAND May 31-June 3, 1979 Bethel AME Church 1360 Main Street Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604 The Rev. Ellis Pastor (203) 576-1897 Church (203) 371-0214 Residence The Rev. Peter B. Walker, Host Elder Louden, Host SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT 1979 SCHEDULE ANNUAL CONFERENCES Bishop Henry W. Murph BALTIMORE ANNUAL CONFER- ENCE: Wednesday April 18th through Sunday April 22nd. Bethel AME Church, Druid Hill Ave. & Lanvale Street, Baltimore, Md., 401/523-4273 Rev. J. R. Bryant, Host Pastor Rev. F. G. Jones, Host Presiding Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- Bethel; Lay—Trinity AME, Rev. W. K. Woods, Pastor; Youth-Waters AME Rev. J. W. Duckette, Pastor and WASHINGTON ANNUAL CON- FERENCE: Wednesday April 25th through April 29th. Metropolitan AME Church 1518 M Street, NW Washington, D. C. 202/331-1426 Rev. R. L. Pruitt, Host Pastor Rev. A. J. Felix, Host Presiding’ Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- Metropolitan; Lay—St. Paul AME, Rev. G. Douglas, Pastor Youth—Ward Memorial AME, Rev. W. L. Hildebrand, Pastor VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFER- ENCE: Wednesday May 2nd through Sunday May 6th. St. John AME Church 545 E. Bute Street Norfolk, Virginia 804/625-8543 Rev. W. C. Davis, Host Pastor Rev. J. C. Fauntleroy, Host Pre- siding Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- St. John; Lay—St. James AME. Rev. H. A. Martin, Pastor Youth—St. Paul AME, Rev. G. Johnson, Pastor. NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE: Wednesday May 16th through Sunday May 20th. St. Stephen AME Church 502 N. Sth Street Wilmington, North Carolina 919/762-6623 Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- St. Stephen; Lay—Mt. Olive AME, Rev. J. A. Humphrey, Pastor Youth—Murph Chapel AME. Rev. J. L. Hall, Pastor ===== DSC04801.JPG ===== PAGE EIGHT AM.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER ol a TL eee PRO AE AERRCNAREM AHA eKeneKeteMeRewekehemeneHe SUMMER COUNCIL SOUVENIR PROGRAM BOOK Rev. L. O. Johnson, Chairman Rev. J. Leroy Weathers— Host Pastor Bishop Frank M. Reid, Jr.—Host Bishop Deadline May 1, 1979 Full page $150.00 One-half page 85.00 One-fourth page $0.00 Processing for each Photograph 7.50 Send all materials to: AME Souvenir Program Book PO Box 4837 Columbia, SC 29240 Make Cashier Check or Money Order payable to: AME Souvenir Program Book PO Box 4837 Columbia, SC 29240 jo@vdodocew@oved eMenedOMeNOUeUoMemeDOMemouoneRs HIE RR A EE HE ERR SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT THE SUMMER SESSION COUNCIL OF BISHOPS, GENERAL BOARD, AND RELATED AGENCIES OF THE AME CHURCH Myrtle Beach, SC June 17-21, 1979 Hotel Reservation Deadline: April 5, 1979 Howard Johnson All Rooms $45.00 Convention Bureau PO Drawer 1872 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Landmark Hotel Single — $42.00 Double — $46.00 - PO Box 2310 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Reservations for hotels must be made directly to Hotel and accompanied by 1 night's rent or Credit Card number. Frank M. Reid. Jr.. Bishop J. Leroy Weathers, Pastor eI AC A KA ACK A ACR AA CK ACK WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE: Wed. May 23rd through Sunday May 27th. St. Joseph AME Church 2521 Fayetteville Strect Durham, North Carolina 919/683-1379 Rev. W. W. Easley. Host Pastor Rev. J. N. Sheares, Host Presiding Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- St. Joseph; Lay -Emmanuel AME Rev. J. R. Crutchfield; Youth— St. Joseph Annex. The New Revised MEC. Hymnal Price: Red, Green $6.50 each RETREAT SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT White $7.00 each RETREAT: Monday June 2Sth through Friday June 29th. Lake Plus postage Junaluska Assembly, Lake JVI Engraving $1.50 per line Junaluska, North Carolina. 704/456-3660 1979 SCHEDULI Sixth Episcopal District Atrican Church Episcopal Residence 1212 Fountain Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 404/758-0616 Office: 208 Auburn Avenue N, E Atlanta, GA 30303 404/659-2012 Home: 644 Skipper Drive N. W., Atlanta, GA 30318 404/691-9642 . GEORGIA ANNUAL REST WEEK May 14-20, 1979 IV. . ATLANTA—NORTH GA Turner Chapel AME Church ANNUAL 548 Lawrence St CONFERENCE! Marietta, GA Rev. R. B, Fortson, Pastor Rey. T. | Elder Methodist Episcopal Harold I. Bearden, Presiding Bishop ONE DAY CONFERENCE CONVOCATION May 9, 1979 10:00 A.M. Ebenezer AME Church 44 Nassau Street Charleston, SC 29403 J. S. Hunter—Host Pastor SOUTH GEORGIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Suriname April 24-27, 1979 Conference Schedule The Rev. Helen Patrick Grant Chapel AME Church}(Caribbean—South America—] post Pass 316 West Central Avenue London Areas) Moultrie, GA 31768 ANNUAL CONFERENCE] yaMAICA ANNUAL CONF. Rey. J. S. Robinson, SCHEDULE Host Pastor Rev. Dr. T. J. Isom, Pre. Elder 1979 Frederick H. Talbot—Chief Pastor Sylvia R. Talbot—Episcopal Supv. Residence: 2 Clieveden Avenue Kingston 6, Jamaica 809: 927-7202 Headquarters: SOUTHWEST GEORGIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE May 1-4, 1979 Campbell Chapel AME Church North Jackson Street House Rev. J. R. Campbell, Host] 15 Swallowfield Road Pastor Kingston 5, Jamaica Allen Chapel AME Church] 809: 929-5062 Lee Street Rev. Elijah Smith, Host Pastor] VIRGIN ISLANDS ANNUAL Rev. Dr. Wim. P. Carter, CONFERENCE Presiding Elder July 12-15, 1979 Bethel AME Church 12 Queen Street Christiansted St. Croix 00820 The Rev. P. J. N. Stephen Host Presiding Elder 809:773-1742 CONFERENCE May 8-11, 1979 St. Phillips AME Church 613 West Broad Street Savannah, GA 31401 Rev. Dr. Benjamin Gay , Host Pastor Townsley Chapel AME Church 252 Eagle Street Rev. Dr. Jack Bradshaw, Host Pastor Rev. Dr. A. L. Washington, Presiding Elder Host Pastor 809:773-5620 CONFERENCE July 18-22, 1979 Sealy Memorial AME Church Upper Collymore Rock St. Michael Barbados Tel: 71046 The Rev. Flemming E. Joseph Host Presiding Elder AUGUSTA GEORGIA ANNUAL CONFERENCE May 22-25, 1979 Bethel AME Church 907 D’Antignac, Augusta, GA Rev. Dr. Frank Maddox. Host Pastor Rev. Dr. A. B. Wilson, Chaguanas Presiding Elder Trinidad Tel: 665-5732 MACON GEORGIA ANNUAL The Rev. Kenneth O. Osborne Gibbons CONFERENCE May 29—June 1, 1979 Grant Chapel AME Church 1319 Holcomb Avenue East Point, GA Dr. H. E. Terrell, Pastor Dr. Elder Host Pastor Blue Vista, Rockley New Road Christ Church Barbados Tel: Home 70730 A. G. Conyers, Presiding GUYANA ANNUAL CONF. July 25-29, 1979 AME Church Wilkes Memorial Kuru Kururu ANNUAL CONFERENCE June 5-8, 1979 Mency, Presiding SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRIC AND B. J. Finklea—Host Presiding Elder Frank M. Reid, Jr.—Host Bishop Sixteenth Dist. Annual Richard Allen The Rev. Hoover V. Adams-Gordon WINDWARD ISLANDS ANNUAL Linden The Rev. Hewley E, Hinds, Sr. , Host Presiding Elder 209 New Garden Street Georgetown Guyana Tel: 69031 The Rev. Geoffrey Thompson Host Pastor SURINAME ANNUAL CONP. August 1-5, 1979 New Bethel AME Church 140 Keizer Strant Paramaribo Suriname The Rev. E. E, Foster Host Presiding Elder 69 Orange Nassau Nieuw Nickerie August 14-19, 1979 St. John’s AME Church Palmer’s Cross P. A. Clarendon The Rev. Lebert Dawkins Host Presiding Elder Red Ground P. A., Clarendon Host Pastor The Rev. A. A. Branford Palmer’s Cross P. A., Clarendon HAITI ANNUAL CONFERENCE August 22-26, 1979 St. Paul AME Church Port-au-Prince The Rev. Phillip Van Putten Host Presiding Elder Tel: 40204 The Rev. Guillaume Ford Host Pastor Casier 1240 Port-au-Prince DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ANNUAL CONFERENCE August 28-September 1, 1979 Bethel AME Church Samana The Rev. I. M. Norman Host Presiding Elder Dr. Georg 35 San Pedro de Macoris The Rev. Julian Metievere Host Pastor Apartado 34 Samana LONDON ANNUAL CONF. November 1-4, 1979 The Rev. Moshe Sephula Host Presiding Elder and Pastor 43 York Way N. 7 London Tel: Office: 01-960-1165 Home: 01-485-3050 Note: The Yearly Annual Con- ference Booklet placed by a flexible, convenient, single “Workbook” for the 1978, 1979 and 1986 series. has been re-
• May 14, 1979
  ===== DSC04802.JPG ===== VOL. 128, NO. 41 TEXAS CONFERENCE BRILLIANT AS EVER By Dr. J. W Yancy, Il Director Public Relations, Texas Area - Bishop J. H. Ad Episcopal District ams, Prelate 10th Mrs. D. D. Adams, Supervisor WMS Missionary Visitor To Conferen Visitor To Conference 5 ce Bishop D. G. Ming, Prelate “Fertile” Fifteenth Episcopal Dist; Story begins on page 2 Bishop F. C. Cummings, Prelate Tenth Episcopal District COUNCIL PRESIDENT AND WORLD AFFAIRS U) BISHOP AND MRS. MORRIS GREETED BY CHINA’S PRIME MINISTER Story begins on page 2 MONDAY, MAY 14, 1979 CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION Bishop H. H. Brookins WARD CHAPEL AME CHURCH Rev. E. A. Scott, Pastor Junction City, KS—The Junction City-Ft. never forget Palm Sunday, 1979. Riley Community will The Rt. Rev. H. Hartford Brookins was chief celebrant at this 100th Anniversary event and he melted every heart and drilled his way into every Spiit with everyone agmeiig that he must visit us at least once each year and transform us again into radiant spirits. The day began with Dr. Don C. Stephenson as the Centennial preacher. He is now Presiding Elder of the Kansas City-Omaha District of this Kansas-Nebraska Conference. He was really at He was born here while Continued on Page 2 DISTINGUISHED HONOREE home. Ms. Alexzina Brown CONNECTIONAL WMS CANDI- DATE HONORED Alexzina W. Brown candidate for President of the WMS at the 1980 Quadrennial Convention was honored recently at a retirement Dinner at the Town Hall Alexzina Testimonial and Campus Banquet in New Jersey. retired March 1, 1979 from the Newark, NJ Public School System, as vice principal of Chancellor Union, Annex Elementary School. The dinner was given by co- workers and friends of Alexzina with the following persons officiat- Mrs. Devota Hooks, Mrs. Hamilton ing. chair- person, Sueretta PRICE .15 CENTS SPOTLIGHT ON MISSIONS AN INTERVIEW WITH BISHOP TALBOT By Catherine I. Thorne, Student in Mass Communication, University of the W. Indies, Jamaica Bethesda ‘AME Church, Chaguanas, Trinidad Member of the My whole thrust then, in the Sixteenth since 1972, has been a people-centered, people-ori- ented, human development approach. I have been more interested in what happens to people than to report on the number of projects start- ed and completed. Statistics has its place, to be sure! But I have always said that when we and motivate people, they will initiate the develop Bishop F. H. Talbot relevant form of development indicated by.their needs. Or let’s say, they will produce the Iola Thorne: Bishop Talbot, would you tell us your philosophy of missions and development, relevant, appropriate statistics. particularly as it relates to our|{ola Thorne: Bishop Talbot, when Sixteenth District? you came to us in 1972, you Bishop Talbot: Yes, lola. For me, outlined ten broad district ‘Missions’ is persons. It is the goals and later on added tangible expression of God’s another. On what were these mission which is to the world— goals based? to persons. Development is|Bishop Talbot: people, and authentic develop- These goals were based on the life and exper- ment promotes self-develop-] Continued on page 3 ment. In Memoriam 29, 1889, Trinidad, West Indies, and came to He was educated in New York and at born November in the United States as a youth. Wilberforce University. He joined Bethel AME Church in New York under Rev. R. C. Ransom. Bishop Gomez was graduated from Wilber- force University in 1914 with the A. B. degree and was one of the “ first two of his race to receive the ~ |Master’s degree from the Eden Fe Graduate School of Religion. Bishop Gomez was stricken fjand died April 28, 1979. His widow, Mrs. Hazel Thompson Gomez, two daughters, Eula Vivian and other family lines mourn, as does all of Bishop Joseph Gomez CHURCH MOURNS DEATH O ANOTHER REVEREND FATHER (RETIRED) Joseph Gomez, Sixty-Seventh Bishop of the AME Church, was and Annetta Louise, African Methodism, the translation of a great leader of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Co-chairperson, Wright, Mrs. Clark, Secretary and Mrs. ples iG Funeral services at Bethel AME More hurch, Detroit, Michigan, where than four hundred and fifty persons ae oe Anne Simmons Treasure. a ev. M. Joseph Higginbotham is were in attendance, many of whom P 88 pastor. Continued on Page 2 ————————— si i ===== DSC04803.JPG ===== MONDAY, MAY 14, 1979 GLORY DAYS continued from page 6 _ AM.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER a a | ee | ANNOUNCEMENT JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY Jackson, Mississippi Rt. Rev. Frank C. Cummings, Bishop Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Director THIRD ANNUAL CHURCH MUSIC WORKSHOP Sponsored By The Eighth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church In Cooperation with The Departments of Music and Continuing Education Bishop Primm discusses camp outlay with surveyor. June 25-29, 1979 Frederick D. Hall Music Center Jackson State University Bishop Primm leads on in the} prints of Primm on the sands of “BLESSED 13th Episcopal District] time. leaving wherever he trods foot- mena | READ THE Recorder —____ WITH REID § CONSULTANTS Dr. Wendell P. Whalum, Chairman Department of Music Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA ee o Mrs. Edith W. Ming, Supervisor Fifteenth Episcopal District Cape Town, South Africa CONNECTIONAL LAYMEN’S ANNOUNCEMENT Mrs. Louise Jones Instructional Media Specialist Jackson State University THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Announces the 16th Biennial Session of the CONNECTIONAL LAYMEN’S ORGANIZATION August 5-11, 1979 SHERATON HOTEL (Headquarters) 17th STREET AND JOHN F. KENNEDY BLVD. PHILADELPHIA, PA Gospel Consultant to be Announced | THE LORD IS A SAVIOR AND A FRIEND : The Lord is a savior, and a friend. A friend that we can depend on when the problems of life begin. BISHOP RICHARD ALLEN HILDEBRAND, PRESIDING BISHOP§ YMR. J: D. WILLIAMS, CONNECTIONAL PRESIDENTS MR. REUBEN H. LAMBERT, FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT PRESS When mental depressiveness creates discomfort and disillusions too, God can restore the joy of living and your peace of mind too. § § § 8 § § § § § § § | | | § s y | § § § y § 5 § § § § REGISTRATION — $40.00 § HOTEL RESERVATIONS: S Mr. Joseph B. Inabinet. Chairman : MUSIC WORKSHOP-— EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT— PO Box 19785 § JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143 § SOUVENIR JOURNAL: Sil fution ard’ Fees Mr. igs Robinson, Chairman N Graduate Crea Phe $ 43.50 234 Sixth Avenue ; : §]] Graduate Credit 3 hrs. 114.50 Long Branch, New Jersey 07740 § Race aoe i ay graduate Credit 1 hr. 50 : E N Undergraduate Credit 3 hrs. 106.50 ee : Non Credit O hrs. 25.00 ee oe ana § For Information Contact: % page 25.00 N Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Director Patron 2.00 (Mr. or Mrs.) § Church Music Workshop Patrons = 3.00 (Mr. & Mrs.) §|| Department of Music Business Patron— 5.00 § Jackson State University § Jackson, Mississippi 39217 EXHIBITS: SH] (601) 968-2141 Col. Fred Leven, USA (Ret.), Chairman : Accommodations a) € = ge 19403 ae is available in University dormitory for small room/board charge. Exhibit Area — 30,000 Sq. Fi. §}| Registration: 3 hrs. Mon., June 25—8:00 a. m. § $250.00 for Booth Space : 1 hr. Tue., June NS a.m. § MAKE CHECKS (CERTIFIED OR CASHIER) OR MONEY ORDERS, 1 hr. Nera fee aem: § PAYABLE TO: FIRST DISTRICT BIENNIAL LAYMEN’S ORGANI -§ Rt. Rev. Frank C. Cummings, Bishop § ZATION. AME CHURCH y Eighth Episcopal District ee nan * Aj | Eighth District Administrative Office 2138 St. Bernard Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70119 (504) 948-4251 PAGE SEVEN Annual Conf. Schedule FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT Rt, Rev. R. A. Hildebrand, Bishop NEW YORK May 16-20, 1979 Bethel AME Church §4-600 | 32nd St New York. New York 10037 The Rey. Henderson R. Hughes, Host Pastor (212) TO2-0100 Church (212) 926-9314 Residence The Rev, William L Host Elder Freeman PHILADELPHIA May 23-27, 1979 St. Matthew’s AME Church 57th and Summer Streets Philadelphia, PA 19139 The Rev. Theophilus E. Harper, Host Pastor (215) GR2-4784 (215) GR4-2463 Residence The Rev. Harry J. White, Sr. Host Elder NEW ENGLAND May 31-June 3, 1979 Bethel AME Church 1360 Main Street Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604 The Rev. Ellis Host Pastor (203) 576-1897 Church (203) 371-0214 Residence The Rev. Peter B. Walker, Hos Elder Louden, SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRIC 1979 SCHEDULE ANNUAL CONFERENCES Bishop Henry W. Murph VIRGINIA ANNUAL CONFER- ENCE: Wednesday May 2nd through Sunday May 6th. St. John AME Church 545 E. Bute Street Norfolk, Virginia 804/625-8543 Rev. W. C. Davis, Host Pastor Rev. J. C. Fauntleroy, Host Pre- siding Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- St. John; Lay—St. James AME. Rev. H. A. Martin, Pastor Youth—St. Paul AME, Rev. G. Johnson, Pastor. NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE: Wednesday May 16th through Sunday May 20th. St. Stephen AME Church 502 N. Sth Street Wilmington, North Carolina 919/762-6623 Rev. S. E. Haywood, Host Pastor Rev. D. S. Suber, Host Presidin Elder Election of Delegates: Ministerial- St. Stephen; Lay—Mt. Olive AME, Rev. J. A. Humphrey, Pastor Youth—Murph Chapel AME. Rev. J. L. Hall, Pastor ===== DSC04804.JPG ===== PAGE EIGHT AM.E. 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• March 13, 1978
  ===== DSC04769.JPG ===== L to R—Mrs. Gladys Allen, District Chairperson of Creative Arts Fifth Episcopal District, Seattle Washington; Mrs. Helene H. Brookins Epi- scopal Supervisor, Fifth District, Los Angeles, California; Mrs. Mary M. Kidd, Fifth District President; Mrs. Dorothy Jean Counts, Confer- ence Branch President, North West Mo. Conference, Kansas City; Mrs. Frances Cofield, Second Vice President, N. W. Mo. Conference. Picture taken at Hilton Hotel, Pasadena, Ca. during Fifth District Missionary Meeting. Fifth District of Women’s Missionary Society Presented A Spectacular Pageant <— ——- Pasadena, Calif.-When the Right|Society of the: Fifth ‘Episcopal Rev. H. Hartford Brookins became | District. He gave this his undivided the Episcopal Leader of this great| attention and as a result, it has Fifth Episcopal District, he was developed into a fast forward confronted with the task of re-|moving society, unified in mind organizing the Women’s Missionary] continued on page 2 THE YOUNG DREAMER establishment of a Renovation Fund which contained an escrow in excess of $100,000.00 in 1976. A man of profound faith, Rev. Ogden believes that with God all things are possible and can often be heard to say, “To God be the glory.” The total cost of the New Bethel Renovation. Project was Over, $280,000.00. The finished product, inside and out, is truly a thing of beauty. Its sixty-five foot tower is now a landmark. The Rt. Rev. Richard Allen Hildebrand, Presiding Prelate of the First Episcopal District, proudly dedicated the rebuilt edifice. By his side was the Rev. George T. Rev. Carl D. Ogden New Bethel A.M-E. Church, | Germantown Philadelphia, Pa. Philadelphia, Pa.—Unless some-}Rev. Harry J. White, Sr., Presiding one speaks on the matter, a very|Elder of the West District. The significant, historical chapter of the |huge church sanctuary, which seats MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1978 PRICE 16 CENTS GRANT GETS NEW | PASTOR My Class in Philosophy at Howard University Dr. R. L. Miller Dr. Roy L. Miller Assigned As Pastor of Grant A.M.E. Church! Dr. H. D. Gregg By Herbert L. Felix Chicago, Ill._On Sunday, Feb., 26, 1978, Bishop H. Robinson assigned the dynamic Dr. Roy L. Miller as Pastor of Grant A.M.E. Church. In order to get news from the HORSE’S MOUTH, I drove with a wee bit of speed from Coppin A.M.E. Church to Wood- lawn A.M.E. Church where Bishop Rovinrson-spuke -ts32-#2- a DAY! He made this appointment from the PULPIT OF WOOD- LAWN A.M.E. CHURCH! My friend Dr. Roy L. Miller will follow the late and great Dr. H. E. Walden who pastored Grant} tue that the most alert class I have AME. Church for almost 30 years! | 8°? in my entire teaching career Giinteis aeKEY: Church in the|@ 4 class in Philosophy at Allen great AME. Church ine aaa University, Columbia, South Caro- sure that Dr. Miller will do a great job there folks. Dr. Miller has indeed paid his AM.E. CHURCH DUES AS AN A.M.E. PASTOR! THE TRUE REID _TRADITION | Rey. V3. Byrd... ne , ™ Rev. k. W. Judge By J Howard D. Gregg, Ph.D. Historiographer, A.M.E. Church Atlantic City, N.J.—It is perhaps jlina. This statement is made cand- ‘idly even though I believe my teaching experience has been above average, as I have served as Dean continued on page 2 Dr. Walker-"Baby Presiding Elder” of Texas in Texas. Dr. John Walker comes from a large, productive family, he is the son of Rev. G. H. Walker, retired minister in the A.M.E. Church. This newly elevated Presiding Elder has sisters and brothers strewn through dll the land: Dr. Wm. R. Walker, Sr., Public _ School, Springfield, Ohio and form- er pastor of Trinity A.M.E. Church, Ohio Conference. Mrs. John Pearl Bryant, Public School, Springfield, Ohio; Mr. Robert L. Walker, Chi- New Bethel A.M.E. Church of Germantown and African Method- ism will go unhearlded. Three years ago our church was inspired to pursue a dream .of extensive renovation through the progressive, dynamic leadership of our pastor, the Rev-Carl D. Ogden, Sr. Indicative of his effectiveness is the increase of over 300 members to our congregation. Also the Sims, Jr., Presiding Elder of the Dr. John De Leon Walker cago, member of Coppin Chapel: a South District, Philadelphia Con- Newest P. E. of Texas Mr. Geo. H. W. Walker, Los An- ference (of which New Bethel is By geles, Postal Clerk; Rev. Roy L. a part). Also in attendance was the Dr. J. W. Yancy, Il, Walker, Pastor, Cherry Street, AME Director, Public Relations, Dothan, Alabama; Mrs. Nettie W. Tenth Episcopal District Northington, Public Schools, Waco, ‘ Texas: Mrs. Id4 B. Oliney, Los : Dr. John D W : 600 people, was filled to capacity ’ Rt. Rev. F. M. a aa s i ae Hees a a ee Angeles, County Clerk; S/sgt. S. Ww. with jubilant worshippers. Bilge ee a. ae re the North Teas Conte c ce Walker, U. S. Air Force, Shae We thank God from whom all ia it permion At NAY Pia in Delian. 4s a rs Neb.; Mr. C. J. Walker, retired, blessings flow. However, we also Coppin!—Founder’s Day Lace Ae Forth W s U. S. Air Force, Omaha, Neb.; Mrs. atefully acknowledge the untir- Speaker On the Radio! Presiding Elder of the Forth Worth), 1 Barmer, Los Angeles ees i eateriiip sof Rae District. This the last Presiding Saciabar ; 7 ing, inspired, : a, El Bish . Carl Ogden and his devoted wife, p By page its: John Hurst Adams}, Walker is married to the Herbert L. Felix, PRD. has made in Texas. Rev. M. H. . i Walk ted Forestyne, who possessed and ae former Miss Viola er, note transmitted to us the courage to Chicago, Ill. Vath Hock acne aol ae Evangelist; graduate from Payne 8 Waco-Temple District was the first s continued on page 2 Dr“J. Haskell Mayo, Pastor Presiding Elder Bishop Adams made| continued on page 2 continued on page 2 * f F igs / ===== DSC04770.JPG ===== PAGE TWO Clay’s Comments continued from page | and with a will to work Their first big program effort was displayed and dramatized at their Fifth District meeting of the Women’s Missionary Society of the African Methodist Episcopal Church; in Pasadena, Califomia at the Hilton Hotel, At that time, they adopted the words of Isaiah 1:18, “Come now, let us reason Church can boast of a great heritage coming from the African History and continuing in are talents the early days of bondage when they were not able to use the therapy available today, and the ancient sewing circles no to develop as longer exist the Women of the Methodist Episcopal Church have explored their talents so that they can thank God for having produced the following fields of endeavor: crea- tive arts, writings, acting, playing of music, oratory. Creative arts and activities with the Missionary Women of the Fifth Episcopal District is a way of life, inspiring them to bring forth further talents that have lain dormant for years. Their goal is to structure a pattern of creative activity that will include all phases of Women’s Missionary Society, which will enhance both the spiritual and material needs of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Now, may these conscientiuous Christian Women continue to plant their seeds of beauty, and reap the blessings of God in the abundant harvest which He will have ready this coming year. May these com- ments extend hearty congratula- tions to your dedicated Supervisor, Today, si African together.” The meeting was held in conjunction with the Southern California Annual Conference, al- though it was held prior to the WMS meeting; displaying the crea- tive beauty of God, the beholder of all beauty and art, giving His righteous approval as He viewed the handiwork of His dear servants as they endeavored to produce the fruits of the spirits. After reviewing the highlights of this spectacular meeting, I felt that the women were deserving of further comments. Missions came into its existence in the early biblical days when God, in His infinite wisdom, gave us each a talent that must be developed, if we are to become totally com- mitted to the service of God. Isaiah, who lived through the invasion of the Assyrian Empire in 701 B.C., told his people of their perfect pretense of piety, but their hearts were far from God. So God, through His prophet Isaiah, called the people together’ Mrs) Helen H. Brookins; your and said, “Let us reason together.” president, Mrs. Mary M. Kidd, and Through these results, the Women} the entire official family and of the African Methodist Episcopal | members. leaders in Young Dreamer continued from page 1 After New Bethel AME Church, | Germantown Herculean task. ““Where = ae ‘ ee 5 iesar ie the people First Episcopal District Planning perish.” We salute the faithful Session on June 9, 1978. members of New Bethel and con- cerned friends who gave sacrifi- cially to assure the realization of our dream. We arz scheduled to host the Renovation Committee New Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Germantown A, M, E, CHRISTIAN My Class in Philosophy continued from page | at Wilberforce Uni versity, Dean and teacher at Fisk University, and Howard University, and teacher Professor at Washington, D.C, From the class in Philosophy at Allen University, however, | believe I gained more than I gave, I am indeed indebted to this class, On the first row of this class- room at Allen University, as I recall, was a very bright, alert, and inquisitive Bishop Fred Talbot, who was then a student at Allen University. Near Talbot, also on the first row, as I recall, was the Rev, Vernon Byrd, a very diligent and student who was seemingly eager to know the “why” of all things. Rev, Byrd is now the very efficient pastor of Morris Brown A.M.E. Church in Philadelphia, Pa., and attempts to carry out the philosophy of Richard Allen in the City of Broth- erly Love. Not far away in this same group was the Rev. E. W. Judge, pastor of the Third Street Bethel A.M.E. Church of Richmond, Va., who is very active in all affairs of the Richmond community and recently had his Church listed as a state and national historic shrine. Both Rev. Byrd and Rev. Judge are candidates for the bishopric in the A.M.E. Church. Near these students was the Rev. J. A. Holmes, a member of the General Board. A very brilliant personality and a dedicated leader and thinker, who is Presiding Elder of the A.M.E. Church, who was always alert, agressive, and sincere. In the same class, too, was the Rev. A. W. Holman, the very efficient pastor in Georgetown, S.C., a member of the Palmetto Conference, who is a very influential member of the General Board as Secretary of the Bishop inquisitive Publishing Commission and Secre- |. tary also of the General Board of the A.M.E. Church. Rev. Holman has one of the most analytical minds in the entire A.M.E. Church and is a dedicated leader and a servant of mankind. As I cite the names above, readers may readily see that a Pro- fessor of Philosophy would be certainly lacking in judgment to face students of this caliber without being well-prepared for the job at hand. Personally, this was a very enjoyable experience, and I can certainly rejoice in the fact that I had the pleasure of meeting such dedicated and alert students as I enjoyed associating with in this class in Philosophy at Allen Uni- versity, Columbia, S.C. I believe I can sincerely say that I gained more from these students than I gave. God bless all my former students and all servants of our Great Church. Subscribe To The AME. CHRISTIAN RECORDER — RECORDER Dr. Walker continued from page | rheological Seminary, Wilberforce, Ohio Ster in her own right, She made her advent Texas, depeiting the fiery whirlwind Evangelist, filling churches She is an outstanding mini into to overflow capacity throughout Texas, These their children: Mrs, Schalottie M. Rhodes, Public School, Dallas, Texas; Mrs, Joan V. Warren, Assistant Director Child- hood» Development, Dallas; Mr. Charles D, Walker, U. S. Air Force, Victorville, Calif.,; Miss Janice FP. Walker, Accountant, South Oak Cliff Medical Center, Dallas. Presiding Elder and Mrs, Walker have four grand children; Nellette Rhodes, Jarvis De Leon, Jameila are Warren, Dallas; and Torrence B., Victorville, California. From the announcements of his first Presiding Elder’s Planning Council, coming from him at Rev. F. D. Thomas’ Planning Council of the Austin Metroplex District, held in Austin, one readily gets the idea that Dr. Walker will be an innovative Presiding Elder, con- temporary and provocative in his pursuits as Presiding Elder. MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1978 True Reid Tradition continued from page | Chicago, Ill.—Bishop Prank M Reid, Jr., is making a name for himself in our Great Zion in his own way. Sons who live in the shadows of outstanding fathers sometimes have great difficulty showing their own worth. I per- sonally admired the late Bishop Frank Madison Reid, Sr., and I also admire his two great sons who are closer to my age. Bishop Reid preached a moving. sermon at Coppin, He declared that there is plenty of work left for us to do, In short, don’t rest on what the people in the past performed, Dr. Mayo praised Bishop Reid beyond words folks! Dr. Mayo followed Bishop Reid as Pastor of historic St. James AM.E. Church, St. Louis, Mo. Bishop Reid went to Big Bethel in Baltimore, Md., to replace Bishop Harrison J. Bryant who was elected in 1964—Cinni., Ohio. Bishop Reid is our very fine Bishop of South Carolina, my place of birth. His father also presided over the 7th Dist., South Carolina. He followed the tall and distingu- ished Bishop Flipper. Come and visit Coppin any time Bishop == BS er ... THE HEART OF " QUR COMMUNITY Qe rr eee vane ee EDITORIAL OFFICES News and Business matters may be addressed to the Editor at the office, 500 Eighth Avenue, South, Nashville, Tenn, 37203. THE A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER Of The A. M. E. CHURCH Published weekly at the A.M.E. Sunday School Union, Dr. H. A. Belin, Jr., Secretary-Treasurer, 500 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203. Subscription Rates One year, $5.00; 6 months, $3.00; Single Copy, 15c. Make all Money Orders or Cashier’s Checks payable to H. A. 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Scott, Consultant Class C “Understanding the Extended Family and Single Parent Home:” Christella Cain, Consultant Class D “Communicating with the » | Law:” Richard Scott, Atty., Con- In the above picture of the Sunday School Worship Services are: L to R—Dr. F. D. Thomas, P. E. Austin, Metroplex District; Rev. E. L. Millett, Rev. Mrs. Velma Hayden, Rev. A. S. B. Jones, Dean of the Sunday School (standing), Rev. D. R. Goode, Rev. Mrs. Pearl Foster, Rev. C. L. Boyd, Rev. E. F. Boyd, Host Pastor. such a movie. Dr. F. D. Thomas Innovative “AG Entreprenevr” Youth singers of the various churches in the District formed themselves into a giant District B Dr.J.W et Hope ctoy choir, singing for the daily noon Public Relations, Tenth Ray wossPip services. Episcopal District Daily Course Schedule: CLASSES FOR WEDNESDAY Sunday School Noon Worship coe Times ted Services 10:00 - 11:30; 2:00 - 3:00; and 3:05-4:00 p.m. When I walked into the Austin Classes for Youth and Young District Sunday School Convention, Adults Class A held at Grant Chapel, Austin, I first thought of it as a miniatrue Texas Convocation, from WHAT I DETECTED GOING ON. Prior Faculty Meetings of all Sunday School Instructors, Coordinators, liaison people held me aghast. Rev. F. D. Thomas, ingenious Presiding Elder of the Austin Metroplex District is an adept at formatting programs for his District. Here for the Sunday School Convention he had congeal- ed an efficient staff, rivaling the staffs of the Convocations held on Paul Quinn College campus during the summer. Local Church experts, retired Army experts in their own fields, City and State Office Officials, men and women from the various Texas State agencies, all to make the Sunday School Convention a “beehive of activity and study.” Rev. A. S. B. Jones, Dean of the Sunday School Instructional Task Forces, coordinated all in- structional protocol, dispatching teachers and consultants to each classroom of the Educational Com- plex of Grant. Bulletins, tracts | and current literature from State agencies embellished the AME. literature prototype’ which was available from the Department of Christian Education and Church Literature at Nashville. Instruction and recreation were plotted on “Age Brackets” or the Students of churches attending the Convention. Video tapes and movies were added attractions, shown by officials from the Depart- ment of Health of Texas. One particular Movie: “Are You Ready , for Love,” was a highlight of the age-group children capable of seeing “Human Sexuality—A Divine Gift”—“Talking to Teenagers About Sex”—‘‘Boy—Girl Relation- ship”: Norma Lawrence, Consul- tant Class B “Abortion, Christian and Secular Viewpoints”: Rev. A. S. B. Jones, Consultant Class C “Vv. D. Epidemic Among Youth:” Miles Kallenbaugh, Con- sultant Classes for Adults and Youth Class D “History, Doctorine and Polity of the A.M.E. Church”: Rev. C. L. Boyd, Consultant Class E “Gospel in Depth:” Rev. George Willis, Consultant Class F “How to Study the Bible:” Sis. Alene Henderson, Consultant Classes for Children (Grades Kdg. thru 4th) All Children in this age group will be in seperate rooms for all class sessions. They will be engaged in programs on their level in mean- ingful Christian and Church School activities. Mrs. Leslie Jones, Instructor Mrs. Myna Mays, Instructor 4:15 - 6:00 Panel Discussion— “Human Sexuality, Youth Wants to Know” Panel Members—Janet Kautz, Counselor—Plan Parenthood, Kitty Lloyd, Counselor—Model Cities, Dr. Glen Johnson, Medical Doctor Small group discussions with question and answer period will follow panel discussion. CLASSES FOR THURSDAY Class A *! sultant; Julius Gordon, Consultant; Ned Anderson, Consultant Class E “Man to Man, What All Male Youth Should Know:” Marion “ Marshall, Consultant Class F “Improving Your Sunday School:”’ Rev. Sis. Bernice Daniels, Consultant; Bro. John Perry, Con- sultant Class G Education:” Thomas, Consultant 11:20 - 12:30—Panel Discussion— “Communication Among Youth and Adults” Panelist: Ora Scott Roslyn Bishop Marilyn McCullough Courtney Washington There will be a question and “Career Elton answer period after the panel discussion. CLASSES FOR FRIDAY Class A “Use and Abuse of Tobacco and Alcohol:” Theresa Lockridge, Consultant “Class B “The Drug Scene:” Jose Lawrence, Consultant; Louise D. Vance, Consultant Class C “Improving Your Sunday School:” Rev. Sis. B. Daniels, Consultant; Bro. John Perry, Con- sultant 12:00 - 1:00 pm.—Youth Com- mitment Service: Rev. Kenneth Waters, Guest Minister; City Wide Choir, Guest Choir 1:00 - 2:00 P M.—Lunch 2:00 - 3:30 P.M —Presentation of Awards and Group Reports Eval- uation 3:30 Activity 5:30 - 7:30 P.M.—Free Activity 7:30 - 9:00 P.M.—Laymen’s Night— Guest Minister & Choir Concluding Remarks—Rev. F. D. Thomas, Presiding Elder 5:30 P.M.—Recreational He Bore The Cross For Us All rhe Palestine District Area WMS and YPD of the Northeast Texas Conference Holds Quarterly Meeting Mexia, Tex.—The Palestine Area Missionary Society and YPD held its second quarterly meeting, Fri- day, February 4, 1978 at the St. John A.M.E. Church, Mexia, Texas. The Rey. D. G, Caldwell, Host pastor. Mrs. Annie L. Calhoun, Local president. Mrs. Della L. Johnson, Area leader, Devotional services were con- ducted by the chaplain, Mrs. L. Davis. Business session: Mrs. Della L. Johnson, Area Leader, and Mrs, Evelyn Livingston, co-chairman, presiding. Review on the progress of standing committees. Report on Conference Service Day Project by Mrs. Lottie Birdson, Chairman. We had a wonderful business session. There were 24 persons present. We were honored to have the presence of our Conference Branch Presi- dent, Mrs. Fannie Mae Kimbrough, also Presiding Elder, Rev. C. C. Johnson and Rev. L. C. Hammond, February being the month that we observe Founder’s Day and Afro-American Heritage week, Mrs. | Mary A. Grady, Chairman of Promotion and Missionary Educa- tion brought to us the following address on “Our Priceless Heri- tage.” OUR PRICELESS HERITAGE Let us look back at the begin- ning of the home Mission program of the churches in order to ascer- tain the nature of the program, and thereby kindle a keener apprecia- tion of what has been passed down in the form of a priceless heritage. Many fine things have been pre- served for us and in the practice of inheritance trends to exist throughout life. The very first heritage of any race came from God, when He passed on to all mankind one blood—Racial Heritage. In Acts 17:26, “God hath made of one blood all nations of man.” Our Religious Christian Heritage stemmed from Jesus Christ. The’ gospel writers—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John have written the familiar story of the life and works of Jesus. Our Protestant Heritage dates back to the Re- formation, when the Protestant churches split with the Roman Catholic Church. Christians who are not Catholic are called Pro- testants. Martin Luther, John Huss, and John Calvin were leaders in the reform of the church. Our De- nominational Heritage came from Richard Allen. The rich heritage of the AFRI- CAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH is a priceless jewel, and should be passed from generation to generation with pride. Our future today is challenging and it takes the same courage and daring} determination as our forefathers had to meet the challenge. The| AM.E. Church holds a unique place in history. It had its begin- ning because there was a need for spiritual and racial leadership. On Feb. 14, 1760, Richard Allen was born. He was a Slave, but he met this need for the birth of the AME. Church. Richard Allen was studious and industrious. He! purchased both his and his broth- er’s freedom in 1782. He joined St. George Methodist Episcopal Church, Philadelphia, Pa. in 1786. Allen was licensed to preach at an early age. He withdrew from the Methodist Church because his colored brethren were pulled off their knees to wait until the whites had prayed. In 1787 he sought out several of the brethern and organized the A.M.E, Church, This group bought the first church lot at Sixth and Lombard Street, Philadelphia, where they built Bethel A.M.E. Church. This church stands today and is known as Mother Bethel. This is the only piece of Real estate continuously owned by Negroes in America. Not only has the A.M.E, Church been interested in the religious life of the people, but other phases of life. In the field of Education, Wilberforce University. In Wilber- force, Ohio is the oldest negro school in America. In the field of Journalism, we have a wonderful heritage and leadership in the Christian Recorder, the oldest Newspaper published by negroes, and the A.M.E. Review, the oldest Negro Magazine. Richard Allen was the first black man to succeed in organizing and leading us in a program of self- help. Every church by virtue of the Gospel it represents has an obligation to perform certain func- tions for the people in its com- munity. Any Missionary society whether large or small is an integral part of the church and community. Our Missionary work dates back as far as Sarah Allen, the wife of the founder of our church, Bishop Richard Allen. Sarah Allen pioneer- ed the way because of the fact she started missionary work in her home by giving poor ministers lodging and food, and mending their garments while they waited. To her this might have seemed a | very small thing, but from this beginning, thousands of women have caught her spirit and have been inspired to do missionary work. This woman (Sarah Allen) had so little to work with but did so much for the cause of mission, because she was willing to serve. We pay special tribute to Sarah Allen, whom we call the Mother of our Church. The church today has over a milling members. It is the second largest Methodist denomi- nation in the world. It extends all over America, U.S.A., into Canada, South, Central, and West Africa, South America and the West Indies. There are 18 active Bishops, 18 General Officers, Approximately 300 Presiding Elder, and 8000 Ministers, and 8 Retired Bishops. Our Mission Districts are the 14th, 15th, 17th, and 18th in Africa, and the 16th in the Carib-. bean and South America. Our church must be fruitful and multi- ply. We must be good Stewards, and hold on to the principles of our founding fathers and carry them on to higher heights. May we that are in the church today see God as our Father, Christ as our Redeemer and Man as our Brother. Mrs. Dolly D. Adams, Episcopal Supervisor Mrs. Mary A. Grady, Chairman of the Promotion and Missionary Education Committee of the Palestine District N. E. Texas Conference Mrs. Della L. Johnson, Area Leader ===== DSC04772.JPG ===== Dr. Jimmie James, Jr., Ministries Editar; wence, Youth Missians Editor: PAGE FOUR A M.E, CHRISTIAN RECORDER ____ EDITORIAL PAGE OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH READ THE Recorder WITH REID REV. R. H. REID, JR. EDITORIAL STAFF REV. R. H. REID, JR., Editor = he hpenied Ml, The toving Editor; Rev. T. E. Cobbs, Religious Literature or; r. E. P. Wallace, Laymen’s Editor; Mr. H. L. Felix, Special Editor; £ ae Editor; Rev. Miss Nurjahn Govan, Women ev. appelle Davis, Social Action Editor; Rev. F: : . ; . Fran hay in TE. Public Relations Editor; Mrs. Thelma A. Wills, Contributing Ht amye Coleman Williams, Colleye-University Editor; Mrs. Wilhelmina Law: Mrs. Ruth Hill Jones, Consulting Editor. THE BURIAL SHROUD The anointing of the body after death and the use of burial spices was a semitic cultural rite that prevailed at the time of Jesus. The tradition and practices in funeral rites and burial customs are very different throughout the world and all generations. Cremation, cave burials, tree burials, earth burials, mummification and embalming represent various methods of disposing of the dead. The current claim that the actual burial shroud of Jesus is in existence to this very day bearing an image of his face and body, has been the cause of much discussion and investi- | gation. Computers, electronic equipment, scientific testing | and other methods for research by academic Scholars and Theologians are being used to measure the possibility of this Burial Shroud being genuine. The Shroud of Turin is a 2000 year old linen cloth which bears the imprint of a man’s pain-wracked body. The Sacred Shroud is the story of its origins, its authentication, and the gradual unraveling of the mysteries surrounding it. It is not a painting. It is like nothing else on earth. And, in the light of mounting archaeological and scientific evidence, it may prove to be the greatest of all miracles—a self-portrait of Jesus | celebration, scheduled for Sunday, Christ. This is what the preface word of the new book, The| Sacred Shroud, has to say. i Pope Paul VI is quoted here, **...and the face of Christ, there represented, seemed to us more true, more profound, more human and divine than any other image...” Newsweek made this quote, ‘An amazing detailed picture of a bearded man who had been beaten about the body, crowned with thorns and pierced with nails through the wrists and feet... of all the reputed relics of Christ’s crucification, none holds more fascination for believers and skeptics alike than the mysterious ‘Holy Shroud of Turin.’ ” As we get close to Easter Sunday again, we restudy and relive the ancient story of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, crucified. dead, buried and risen again as one of the great miracles of our faith. The Synoptic Gospels do point to a hasty and temporary burial for Jesus and that the ritual burial of Jews was not completed. This also allows for the understanding of what the women were planning to do early Sunday morning when they went with spices and ointments to the grave of Jesus. As for the linen burying cloth, St. Matthew 27:59 reads, And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it ina clean linen cloth... Mark 15:46 reads,...he gave the body to Joseph. And he bought fine linen, and took him down, and wrapped him in the linen,... Luke 23:52-53 reads, This man went unto Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. And he took it down, and wrapped it in linen... The Gospel of St. John also tells about the linen cloth after the resurrection on Easter morning when John and Peter arrived at the tomb. John and Peter by this record saw the linen burial shroud that was left in the grave. Now in 1978 we are reminded of the possibility that this 2000 year old linen piece is in circulation today. The miracle is not that it may exist, but that some sort of real image of the curcified Lord, depicting his wounds, sufferings and beatings are impriited on this linen shroud. Tl omas Humber’s book, The Sacred Shroud, is provoca- tive and challenging reading, and one’s mind engages itself | in some serious thought. However, with or without the 2000 year old linen piece, Easter is still to me what it has always been, God fulfilling himself in the affairs of men. ‘ My travels have carried me three times to the Holy Land and I visited much of its history and have seen several of the religious shrines, and walked through many of the guided lectures and tours. One thing I discovered was that common in all religions is prayer. But beyond that, was one experience I shall always remember. The Catholics claim one spot where the body of Jesus was buried and the Protestants claim another location. When I questioned my guide about this controversy, he gave a very sensible answer, said he, Mr. Reid, you see, both tombs are empty. Whether he was buried here or there, is not important. According to the scripture he has risen. Whether the Linen Shroud exists or not, is not important in proving that God does. The best way to prove God in the 20th Century is to see Him reflected in the behavior of men and women as we relate to the social, moral, political and economic issues involving the people of all nations of this world. The author, Thomas Humber, in his notes says: Through- out this book, the words “images,” “‘stains,” “imprints” and “markings” are used—often interchangeably—to describe the appearance of the body and wounds visible on the Shroud. Such use is strictly for descriptive convenience, since the actual, physical means by which the Shroud picture was formed is presently unknown. Readers interested in obtaining reproductions of Shroud photographs may do so by request- ing a price list from: The Holy Shroud Guild, 294 East 150th Street, Bronx, N. Y., 10451. OUR BIG DAY eee ies AME be entertained by children from 1S pi i Mrs. Gloria Todd—Publicity | “Remections and reba ce enaiouan MT. PISGAH’S WOMAN'S DAY—1978 Jersey City, N.J._The women of CHAIRMAN & CO-CHA Mt. Pisgah A.M.E. Church, Rev. TATE) Albert D. Tyson, Jr.—pastor, 354 Supervisor Forrest Street, Jersey City, New Jersey are focusing our attention on an ‘‘Annual Woman’s Day” Mrs. Marion W. Tyson General Chairman Ms. Helen Carter Co-Chairman Mrs. Jacquelyn McCleary Secretary Mrs. Louise Johnson Ass’t Secretary Ms. Denise Williams Fashion Show Chr. Ms. Thomasena Moss Co-Chairman Mrs. Lucille Hatcher Mrs. Mozelle Kirkland Youth In Action Chr. Mrs. Sandra Lewis Nelson Co-Chairman Mrs. Theresa Nelson Decorations Chr. Mrs. Sefronia Williams Co-Chairman Mrs. H. Jacquelyn Bradley Dinner Chairman Mrs. Gracie Stewart Assistance Girl Scout Troups no. 24 & 120 Finance Chairman Mrs. Ethel P. Brown Co-Chairman Mrs. Rose Stephans Flowers Chairman Mrs. Annie Edwards Program Chairman Mrs. Dorice Hunter Publicity Chairman Mrs. Gloria Todd March 19, 1978. Mrs. Marion W. Tyson, supervisor is ably assisted by Mrs. Helen Carter, general chairman and Mrs. Jacquelyn McCleary, co-chairman. The 11:00 a.m. worship service will be given by Rev. Alexzina W. Brown of Newark, N. J. At 4:00 p.m. a “Candlelight Pageant” is being planned by our program chairman, Mrs. Dorice Hunter. Mr. Albert Burkes, Mt. Pisgah’s minister of music will present the Woman’s Day choir to highlight the after- noon. Theme for the day is “In Cooperation With God.” FASHION SHOW Prior to Woman’s Day a “‘Fash- ion Show Extravaganza”’ featuring Emily Miles and the Belle Meade Models at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. P. S. no. 15, 135 Stegman Street, Jersey City, New Jersey on Saturday, March 11, 1978 promptly at 2:00 o’clock. Fashion show chairman is Ms. Thomasena Moss, co-chairman Mrs. Lucille Hatcher and Mrs. Mozelle Kirkland. YOUTH IN ACTION The youth of Mt. Pisgah will be busy promoting Easter candy and Easter flowers (Lillies and Azaleas) under the pee y oe Mrs. Cochaiinen Sandra Lewis cal o Pia Ms. Diane Robinson Mrs. Theresa Nelson. On Friday, Musie Devi March 17, 1978 a delicious dinner ; Mr. Albert Burkes will be served and those present will MONDAY, MARCH 138, 1978 : Special to the Recorder A Winter Scene I saw God wrap the trees one day In garments all frozen and bright, These trees were carrying a heavy load But made a beautiful sight. Many of these trees couldn't stand the load, With ice all wrapped around, So some of them had given up | And fallen to the ground. We who saw them were all amazed At such an unusual sight, But then recalled how beautiful it was | And considered it a great delight. We saw some very little trees, 'Which had just begun to grow | But now had fallen to the ground, ‘Overloaded with ice and snow. Many of these trees will never stand | tall - Something said to us, They must go back to mother earth And take their places as dust. | ' Some trees were tempting to re- spond To the call of the warmth of the sun, But slowly it occured to us That their growing days were done. From the weight of this heavy load of ice Some were leaning against the others, Seeking support from those nearby As if they all were brothers. These trees were all of many kinds All sizes and heights and colors, But all seemed satisfied just to wait Supporting one another. This beautiful scene was enough to show To all the passersby, That He who wrapped these trees in ice Was bigger than you or I. This icy forest was clear to us In the lesson that it taught, That this was not an accident It showed what God had wrought. No man can wrap trees in white Over thousands of acres of land, And hold it there indefinitely, Simply by His command. This icy coat was a therapy, Although this was hard to see, It penetrated every fiber In every single tree. When the winter season is over And spring returns again, This icy coat will long have gone And fertilized the land. We’ve seen God wrap the trees in ice before And have seen it melt away And we look forward to that time When He’ll clothe them another way. —William Reid Wilkes (Retired) Bishop, A.M.E. Church ===== DSC04773.JPG ===== | | | | MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1978 A.M. E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE FIVE AME VETERAN FUNERALIZED The ministry of the Rev. Love, 71, spanned more than 40 years as a pastor and presiding elder. Bom January 11, 1907, in La Junta, Colorado, the Rev. Love died February 20 of an apparent heart attack. He suffered a massive heart attack in 1971 and had bypass surgery last year. A graduate of Western University, he was called in the ministry while living in Arizona. His itinerant ministry began in 1933 in Winslow-Flaggstaff, Arizona and on to Kansas City, Atchison and Topeka, Kansas. The Rev. Love also pastored St. James A.M.E. Church, St. Louis, Missouri; Bethel, San Francisco; Bethel, San Diego, and ended his pastoral duties at Ward A.M.E. Church, Los Angeles. The Rev. Love was appointed to Ward, September 30, 1962. He served this church 10 years, where the total mortgage on the church properties and rental unit was liquidated. Remodeling, additions and many improvements were made during his administration. He retired from Ward in 1972 and was appointed the presiding elder of the Oakland-Sacramento District of the California Conference. He served the district until it was resolved. Recently he began to conduct seminars in the A.M.E. churches. He has conducted series at St. James and Price Chapel A.M.E. Churches. The Rev. Love was scheduled to begin a series February 26 at Bryant Temple AME. Church. — He was a member of many organizations including NAACP, Urban League, A.M.E. Ministerial Alliance, etc. He traveled extensively in the United States and around the world. Immediate survivors include his wife of 54 years, Mrs. Cleo B. Love; son, Edward J. Love of San Francisco; sister, Mrs. Willa Mae Durham and brother-in-law, A. D. Durham of Oakwood, Texas. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations he made to the Heart Association. By Virgie W. Murray ORDER OF SERVICE VIEWING OF REMAINS INSTRUMENTAL INTERLUDE ............... Sammie Reynolds “Medley of Common Meter Hymns” PROCESSIONAL-Scripture Sentences HYMN (ist & 4th Stanzas)i.c <2 ta. nee Jo. oo. oes Choir “My Faith Looks Up To Thee” Pe OCA TIONG dees eee ere Rev. Paul E. Kidd OA lee A oS eee ee Rev. C. D. Toliver “All The Way My Savior Leads Me” OLD TESTAMENT LESSON: Ente beanie too supe |. 2. ee. 12: cis. Rev. Cecil LsMumay, NEW TESTAMENT LESSON: Entire Romans 12.................- Rev. Warren Campbell SAXOPHONE SOLO......... .......Mr. John Griffin “Sunrise” TRIBUTES—(Two Minutes) Mr. William Ewell (Lay Friend) Rev. Jerry Ford (Longest Ministerial Acquaintance) Rev. M. A. Watley (Ministerial Alliance Southern Calif.) Bishop Fred Jordan ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS & RESOLUTION POM WARE AM home vote ee: ns ecw es Mrs. Irene Ewell HYMN~—(Ist & 3rd Stanzas) ies was planted by the following ....Choir | participants Mrs George tta “Savior More Than Life To Me” Donahue, Gilbert Memorial; Mrs Agnes Pitts, Willis Chapel; Mrs EULOGY Bishop H. Hartford Brookins | Marie Jordan, Willis Chapel; Mrs Dover Barbee, Ward Chapel; Mrs. VOCAL SOLO ‘ Miss Cecil Buchanan | Sandra Wallace, (soloist) Bethel: “He Lifted Me” Mrs, Erica Smith, St. John: Mrs. Betty Johnson (soloist) Flipper BENEDICTION Memorial; and Mrs. Dorotiy RECESSIONAL & POSTLUDE . . “Hallelujah Chorus” Counts, St. John. 50 years or more in the WMS Bessie Lee Bruce, R, N,, Effie Willie B. Fagan, Allen Sammie Reynolds Irvine, Annual Activ The Northwest Missouri Conference Branch Missionary Society Mrs. Joyce Bess, Reporter Kansas City, Mo.—The North- City Health Department; “Fifth west Missouri Conference Branch Missionary Society under the lead- ership of Mrs. Dorothy Counts, President, held its Annual Two-Day Convention at Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church, 22nd & Prospect Ave., K. C., Mo. The Extravaganza, which was held on the campus of the Uni- versity of Missouri at Kansas City, was packed with fantastic enter- tainment as Mrs. Naomi Shaw, First Vice President, and her com- mittee presented one of the most dynamic programs in the history of our conference. Using the theme, “The Nations of Southern Africa,” we moved on an imaginary tour from KCI Airport where a pro- clamation designating August 22, as Northwest Missouri Conference Branch Missionary Day in Kansas City was presented to Mrs. Helene H. Brookins, Episcopal Supervisor, by Mrs. Erica Smith, Second Vice President, St. John A.M.E., on behalf of the citizens of Kansas City and the Honorable Charles B. Wheeler, Mayor. During our imaginery tour we were entertained by the following African students wearing native costumes and giving soul-stirring, Christian testimonies: Mr. & Mrs. Sam Iyewrun—he attends UMKC while Rose, his wife attends Central Missouri State University, Warrens- burg, Mo.; Mr. Joseph Limo, who attends Park College, Parkville, Mo. The thrill of the evening came when we reached the HAMMEL HARTFORD BROOKINS CIVIC CENTER where we were thrilled by the Lincoln Jr. High School Drill Team’s precision performance, under the leadership of Mr. Willie Smith. Their attire of black tuxedoes with tails worn by the boys and white tuxedoes with tails worn by the girls added as Promo- tion and Missionary Education Chairperson presented the Missionary themes and introduced our study materials. Workship ses- sions were conducted by Mrs. Mary Lou Younge, Christian Social Re- lations Chairperson. Our theme, “Total Family-Life and Community Involvement,” was developed in four areas: Urban Education, Mrs. Jimmie Marie Thomas, formerly District Coordinator-Compensatory Programs, K.C., Mo. Public Schools, presently serving as Asst. Superin- tendent of the K. C., Mo. Public Schools, and is a member of Bethel AM.E. “The Elderly’? with re- source person, Dr. Marion Jones, staff member Martin Luther King new} _ ' es ae {Chapel; Alice Thurman, Iva B. Williams, Bethel—Chillicothe, Mo.; Anna Parnell, Cain-Grant; Frances Hospital; “Capital Punishment,” Hiclin, Rosa Powell, Ebenezer, K. with resource person Attorney] ©} Lucresia Mitchell, lola Smith, Shirley Wright, Circuit Court Mem- | Gilbert Memorial; Lela Simpson, ber and member of Bethel A.M.E.;|5t- Paul, Independence, Mo.; Seralda Ferguson, Handy Chapel, Marshall, Mo.; Eva Saunders, Mis- souri Wilson, Zion, Lexington, Mo.; 25 years or more in the WMS: Aline Scott, Pauline Fowler, Allen ity Session “Abortion,” with resource person, Mrs. Virginia Gill, Social Services— District Economic Development Program,” with resource person, Mr. Jim Brown, President, Ameri-| Chapel; Aaron Samuels, Kaulcie can Woodmen’s Life Insurance] Hames, Edna Potts, Evelyn Co.—Crusader Division, member of| Williams, Bea Schoolen, Myrtle First A.M.E., K. C., Kansas. Jackson, Bethel, K. C., Mo.; Our Annual Awards Luncheon | Emestine Noble, Flipper Memorial; was coordinated by Mrs, Jeri] Claudia B. Darden, Arlean Dupree, Morris, Recording Secretary (Conf.} Ann Alston, Ella Crump, Helen Br.), who carried out our color| Gonzales, Trulie Hall, Hazel Hord, scheme of red, green, and black, Cora Jordan, Alberta McDonald, using beautiful carnations through-| Zenobia Wilson, Ebenezer, K. C., out the area. The following persons} Mo.; Willie B. Mason, Emma L. received the HELENE BROOKINS| Wate, Sammie Randolph, Isabel Membership Award: Over 25 years} Randolph, Zora Cravens, Georgia in the WMS—Willie B. Fagan,| Jones, Gilbert Memorial; Parthenia Effie Irvine, (Allen Chapel) Aaron Oliver, Tommie Hutton, Ellen Samuels, Maulcie Hames, Edna Jones, Rosa Fair, Gregg Tabernacle; Potts, Evelyn Williams, Bea Willa McMen, Amber Kelly, Arzelia Schoolen, Myrtle Jackson, (Bethel); Gates, Ada Roberts, Rosie Smith, *Special mention was made of St. John; Juanita Bright, Stella the tremendous support given to] McInnis, Margaret Hall, Joetta the conference branch by Mrs.| Bright, Jamesetta Thomas, Saint | Armeta Holly, wife of Presiding Elder S. Jerome Holly, K. C.— side, St. Paul, Independence, Mo.; South District, air of elegance Edna Lockett, Marie Jordan, to their magnificent performance.| Maxine Younge, Willis Chapel; Entertainement in the MARY| Beulah Drew, Luella Williams, Mamie Smith; Bethel, Speed, Mo.; Sylvia Tindall, Handy Chapel, Mar- shall Mo.; Cecil Anderson, Millie Brooks, Willy Lou Harris, Effie Boldridge, Alfreda Hancock, Frances Ware, Marie Brooks, Zion, Lexington, Mo. CHRISTIAN SERVICE A- WARDS were presented to: Edna Lockett, Lucresia Mitchell, Parthenia Oliver, and Cecil Ander- son. *Special Mention..... Gifts were presented to each local president by our Episcopal Supervisor, Mrs. Helene Brookins, and our Episcopal President, Mrs. Mary Kidd. The gifts were Sand Dollar necklaces made by our Fifth District Creative Arts Chairperson, Mrs. Gladys Allen and her committee. Surprise awards were presented MAGDALENE KIDD INTERNA- TIONAL ROOM included two duets rendered by Mr. & Mrs. ‘Robert Dell Jones, Trinity United ‘Methodist Church; musical selec- tions by Mrs. Annette Washington, pianist Mr. Charles Kynard, Fifth District Coordinator of Music and organist extraordinaire; and Dr. Charles Wilson, organist, and our YPD Conf. Choir directed by Mrs. Dorothy Counts and Ms. Beulah Roberts. Waiting in the HELEN H. BROOKINS CULTURAL ARTS CENTER was outstanding dramat- ist, Mrs. Florence Hall, who thrilled our hearts with her dramatic presentations. Our ground and air stewardesses (narrators) Mrs. Cecil Anderson and Mrs. Bernice Washington, were so convincing in | their roles that many of us felt we to Gilbert Memorial and Grant iwere really there in southern Memorial, St. Joseph, Mo. for : recruiting men into their societies. frica. Each local society wore look- Our red dresses and leopard- alike costumes and three trophies} Skin tams made a lovely sight and were awarded for the most au-| Many compliments were extended by our Episcopal leaders, Bishop thentic and _ creatively-decorated d : ' table. First place winner—Gilbert and Mrs. Brookins and Mrs. Kidd. In their remarks, each of them Memorial AME, (Mary Elizabeth ‘ Society); Mrs. Georgetta Donahue, praised our first year of work and Pres.; Second place winner—Ebe- reminded us to continue striving nezer AME, (Claudia B. Darden for excellence. Society), Mrs. Claudia B. Darden, Newly-elected _ officers are: | President; Third place winner— Dorothy Counts, Preis Naomi Allen Chapel AME, (Sarah Allen cae ce Pi ieee ; MreiDarmell D | Pres, | Cofield, 2nd Vice Pres.; Jeri Morris, PO ee Recording Sec.; Agnes Pitts, Asst. Our Annual Convention opened te : with the Tanner Turner Memorial Rec. Sec.; Claudia Wills, Corr. Sec.; Breakfast, coordinated by Mrs. Johnella Newton, Chairperson. A Beautiful flower garden of memor- continued on page 6 Luke, Liberty, Mo.; Helen White- — ===== DSC04774.JPG ===== PAGE SIX Annual Activity Session continued from page 5 Arlean Bailey, Parliamentarian; Gloyd, His.-Stat.; YPD Director. We are proud to announce that fifty-three ($3) new members join- ed our conference branch this year. Welcome to: Jewell Gilkes, Ruth Suttles, Allen Chapel; Alfreida Brown, Virginia Allen, Janet Parette, Bethel, K. C., Beulah Dupree, Treas; Darlene Gloria Virginia Allen, Drew, Mamie Smith, Luella Williams, Bethel, Speed, Mo.; Agatha Coleman, Grace Hightower, Naomi Stewart, Cain-Grant; Patracia Fuller, Johnnie Mae Irving, Charlene Jackson, Jacquelyn Jackson, Gladys Hildebrand, Johnnie Littleton, Betty Madison, Mary McCollins, Ebenezer, K. C.; Geraldine Johnson, Ermestine Noble, Flipper; Ethel Benton, Naomi Jacks, Maomie Pearley, Sadie Macon, Suzette Ward, Charity Abemathy, Martha Miller, Eula Pendelton, Edy Sullivan, Gregg Tabernacle; Geraldyne Williams, Handy Chapel, Marshall, Missouri; Lucille Nichols, Dorsie Toombs, Mariah Walker; Maxine Shows, Dorothy Turner, St. James, Odessa, Mo.; Joyce Bess, Teresa Fisher, Mary Clay, Katherlyn Counts, Annie Martin, Ruth Patterson, Joyce Veal, St. John; Bernice Gantt, Willean Walker, St. Luke, Liberty, Mo.; Gussie Jackson, Helen Monroe, Lillie Nelson, Maxine Nelson, St. Matthew, Boonville, Mo.: Dover Barbee, Thelma Rhodes, Ward Chapel, K. C., Mo.;| Marshan Fields, Rita Tindall, Willis: Mary Pace, Zion, Brunswick, Mo. New presidents of local societ- ies: Pattie Barnes, Benton Ave., Springfield, Mo.; Lorene Shirley, Gregg Tabernacle; Betty Craig, St. John. New members transferred into our conference: Ernestine Brown, Cain-Grant; Mrs. Jerome Smith, Gilbert Memorial; Alma Branch, wife of Presiding Elder E. Lewis Branch—K. C. North District. ———— “The Chicago Bulletin” Dr. Russell Brown and Dr. J. S. Drake Command God’s Pulpits! By Herbert L. Felix Chicago, Ill.—It seems that the very moment that Dr. Brown and Dr. Drake retired from the great AME. Church, they immediately went to assist other A.M.E. Pastors! Dr. Brown went to Grant A.MLE. Church in Chicago to assist the late Dr. Harvey E. Walden and Dr. Drake went to Coppin A.M.E. Church to assist Dr. J. Haskell Mayo. Dr. Drake preached a moving sermon on radio at Coppin while Dr. Mayo attended the Bishops’ Council in February. I drove my car from Coppin to Grant on that same Sunday—February 19, 1978 and found the tall Dr. Brown in Grant’s pulpit folks! I had a long talk with Dr. Brown. I know that I was called by GOD to REPORT the news, be- A. M. E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER Afriea, Then and Now By Rey. Roii B. Canado Research Historian At this particular time in history, we find the countries were i uropean having quite a tussle trying to subjegate many of the different tribes; and finally they had to resore to anything goes so long as the purpose is fruitfully served, and the world tumed its head. Whole armies were sent in fully equipped with the very latest of the world’s armament from the arsenals of the civilized countries and their allies France, Britain, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Nether- land, Portugal and Italy, Russia followed suit after the Berlin conference. So through bribes whiskey, and collusion; together with hundreds of reporters from New York, Lisbon, Paris, London, Berlin, Rome, Madrid and Moscow whose duty was to paint two pictures—,“the savage and the hu- manitarian.” Among the reporters was Rudyard Kipling who openly blasted the inaccuracy of the many events an encounters that |were reported, never mentioning the atrocities that were being com- mitted by the “European men of the line.” Rudyard Kipling was with the British expeditionary forces in the sudan, the original soudan, when he wrote a literary gem, bemoaning his inner feeling about the natives. He called his poem—‘‘Fuzzy Wuzzy”—And this is the way it was; We’ve fought with many men across the seas, An’ some of ‘em s brave an’ some was not; The pathan an’ the Zulu an’ Burmese; But the Fuzzy was the finest o the lot. We never got a ha’porths change of ‘im; ‘E squatted in the scrub an’ ‘ocked our ‘orses ‘E cut our sentries up at Suakin, An ‘E played the cat an’ banjo with lour forces. So ‘eres to you, Fuzzy uzzy, at your ‘ome in the Soudan; ou’re a pore benighted ‘eathen but a first class fightin’ man; We give you your certificate, an’ if you want it signed we'll come an’ ‘save a romp with you whenever you’re inclined. We took our \chanst among the Kyber ‘ills, {The Boers knocked us silly at a mile; The Burman give is Irriwaddy chills, an’ a Zulu impi dis us up in style; But all we ever got from such as they was pop to what the Fuzzy made us swaller; We ‘eld our blooming ‘own, the papers say, But man for man the fuzzy knock- ed us ‘oller. Then ‘ere to you, Fuzzy-Wuzzy, an’ the missis an’ the kid; Our orders was to break you, an’ of course we went and did. We sloshed you with martinis, an’ it wasn’t ‘ardly fair, But for all the odds agin’ you, Fuzzy- Wuzzy, you broke the British square. In many cases the european countries discovered that many of their original maps were in error, jas repated to areas of influence and business; and on numerous cause it is a part of my life. Being occasions several detached army a family man with a wife and young children, my TIME is _ indeed limited. Be that as it may I must find time to write about men like Dr. Drake and Dr. Brown. They have indeed paid their dues and they are now paying some of our dues who are much younger! units were on the brink of total confrontation with alien forces to theirs from other countries. Ac- cording to Toynbee, greater reve- nues were being derived from the bosom of Africa, than from local and home enterprises. Dont be mislead, or mistaken Portugal and Britain were fast losing whatever friendship they pretended to have for each other, or that may have existed between two former bitter enemies. South of the German territory of Zanzibar lye the Portugese Mozambique, territory of extending to the Zambesi River and the Shire, a branch of which is the outlet of Lake Nuassa; the region about which Portugal was instituting late claims; But Shire has been in the undisputed possession of England for about twenty years. In the later part of 1889, a Portugese officer, Major Serpo Pinto, attempt- ed to annex to the Portugese territory in Mozambique a portion of this territory claimed by Eng- land. On January 11, 1889, Eng- land delivered her famous ultima- tum demanding the recall of all forces and Officials from the disputed tract of territory, with an intimation that a failure to comply within 24 hours would result in the withdrawal of the British legation from Lisbon. Portugal yielded und- er protest, reserving all her national rights. Riots ensued in Portugal, on Oct. 15, 1889 the Portugese assembled a new cabinet and named General Sausa as the new prime minister and quick like in 24 hours or less he repudiated the ltreaty with England. But for the extension of the “Modus Vivendi” for six months war certainly would have ensued. Portugal dispatched two regiments to Mozambique, while England had her gunboats to force passage up the Zambesi river, and one of her fleets remain- ed in the immediate neighborhood of Portugese waters, with orders to be on the alert, and ready for armed confrontation. You will be better prepared, and able, to understand Africa today after you have had a brief moment looking into a small part of the past histories that existed for hundreds of years, and espe- cially just before the turn of the twentieth century. } INDIANA NEWS Anniel Porter, Publicity Chairman Indianapolis, Ind.—Indiana Con- ference Branch Winter Board meet- ing was held at Allen Chapel AME, Indianapolis, Reverend Leonard Williams, Host pastor, Mrs, Delores Williams, Conference Branch Pre- sident. eee 40 or more journeyed from Kingston, Indiana women Indianapolis to Jamiaca, site of the Bishops’ Council. Bishop Frederick Talbot, Host. The group is repre- senting the Indiana Conference Branch Missionary Society with President Delores Williams. Mrs. Williams will lead a class on Leader- ship Development. a as Indiana Conference Branch Spring Area meetings will be held on the following dates: Gary—April 22, 1978; Jefferson- ville—April 29, 1978; Ft. Wayne— May 5, 1978; Indianapolis—May 20, 1978. a Consecrated Dollar The third annual rededication service will be held on Sunday, May 21, 1978 at 5:00 p.m. at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, In- dianapolis, Rev. Leonard Williams, pastor. KK Be a part of this great movement in which our Lord was the first missionary, we must go about our Father’s business, organizing, strengthening and extending the denominational progress at home and abroad. GOD’S MAN Rey. J. L. Denmarl Winter Park, Fla.—‘‘Legend of} Men Struggling for Christ,” was the theme for Annual Men’s Day Service at Ward Chapel AME. Call to Worship by Bro. James Bouey of New Bethel A.M.E., Altomante Springs, Florida. Invo- cation by Rev. H. Cleveland, Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Winter Park. Benevolent Offering, Rev. Alphonso Cobb of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Selections were rendered by Altomante Male Chorus. (St. Matthew 11:4-5). Rev. Bruce’s message was to the point. Man has been given the ability to send humans to the moon, transmit radio sounds, construct highways across the nation, but out of all man’s abilities we fail to help our brother next door. We fail to seek to find those whom we can help right across the street. “God’s Man,” what it means to be able to walk in the likeness of Christ, to deny ourselves, to help others. Only through seeking to know the perfect will of God, can we love our neighbors as we do ourselves. WE MUST have that personal relationship with God, wanting to know what I must do to glorify God, not man, but God Almighty. Rey. Bruce preached and sang to the delight of our hearts. To climax the Men’s Day service, many choirs join together from different areas giving praise to God through songs. This was a fulfilling day, spiritually and financially. The men of Ward, under the very fine leadership of Rev. J. L. Denmarl, proved themselves able and willing to handle the task put before them. Chairman of this great day Bro. Charlton Walker, co-Chairman Bros. Jene Fitzgerald, John Fields and The morning message was de-|Harold Charlton. A total of over livered by the dynamic and well- | $6100.00 was raised, this is the first known pastor, Rev. Y. B. Bruce |time the men of Ward have done of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Daytona Beach, Florida. Topic for his sermon was “God’s Man”) such a great job financially. G. Griffin, reporting | MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1978 Missionary Day Observance of the North Alabama Conference Branch Birmingham, Ala,.—The other observance of the Women’s Mis- sionary Society was held at Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, General Theme: The _ local church in God’s mission Area Theme: The Caribbean Crescent Program Theme: With love and cooperation, mission is now hap- pening, Mrs, Dorothy Moton, pre- siding. Organ prelude—Mrs. Willie J. Pogue. Welcome—Miss Barbra Grigsby. Selection — Combined choirs. The PCAP—Mrs. Dorothy Moton. Introduction of Panel Mrs. Lucille McPhee. Education: Mrs. Earline G. Hall; Social Con- cern, Lonely and Aged: Mrs. Willie J. Pogue; Politics: Mr. Jeff Germany and Reverend E. L. Blankenship; Stewardship: Rev, R. W. Hilson. Summary question and answer period. Mrs, Dorothy Moton was absent Chairlady at her church mortgage burning. Mrs. Lucille McPhee, President of the North Conference Branch was ill. Mrs. Mary B, Blankenship Con- sultant of the South Birmingham- Huntsville District was asked to preside. She headed and closed it in grand style. Remarks—Mrs. Joan Cousin, Episcopal Supervisor. Missionary Hymn. Missionary bene- diction. Rev. John Deviner, Host pastor. Mrs. Lucille McPhee, Con- ference Branch President, Mrs. Joan Cousin, Episcopal Supervisor. Rt. Rev. Philip R. Cousin, Presiding Bishop. GIANT FUNERAL HELD AT GRANT By Herbert L. Felix He Worked Until Death!! Dr. H. E. Walden Grant A.M.E. Church Chicago, Ill. Chicago, Ill.—The late Dr. H. E. Walden was an A.M.E. giant! He was from the OLD SCHOOL which stressed the AUTHORITY and POWER of the PASTOR and PREACHER! This philosophy he practiced right up to his death. In short, he knew how to survive as he pastored some of our great AM.E. Churches. Dr. Walden made his contri- butions to the great LOCAL and CONNECTIONAL or GENERAL CHURCH. Because Dr. Walden was on some powerful committees in our Connectional Church, he held great power in his hands as to the ASSIGNING OF A.M.E. BISHOPS, etc. I met Dr. Walden several years ago when he pastored the great WATERS AM.E. Church and my father pastored the great ALLEN AME. Church in Baltimore, Mary- land. They were great friends. The late and great BISHOP HEMING- WAY RULED THE 2nd DISTRICT WITH AN IRON HAND AT THAT TIME IN A.M.E. HISTORY! It will take a strong pastor to follow Dr. Walden at Grant. There are some great people at Grant and they deserve the very best. Until our wonderful Bishop Robinson finds that Special Pastor for Grant, the Presiding Elder with the help of the Assistant Pastor and Dr. Russell Brown will carry on folks! ===== DSC04775.JPG ===== MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1978 ALBERTA: QUEEN OF GLEN COVE COMMUNITY LOVE By Pat Kle Alberta and her daughter Inez Sharing, activity and giving have been the secrets to the rich and timely life of Alberta Hersey, a resident of Glen Cove. Being one of the city’s most active citizens throughout her lifetime, she has carefully designed her own philo- sophy for the art of living. She is a devout member of the A.M.E. Calvary Church who made a deci- sion at age 11 to devote her life to the church and its work. Since that time she has been involved in a number of organizations and chari- ties, in addition to a career as a caterer. As a younger working woman she was employed by Grumman Aerospace as a riveter during World War IJ. After studying and success- fully passing several qualification tests she applied for a job as inspec- tor. She was turned down the first time. Persisting through a number of obstacles she eventually became. the first female inspector at Grum- man. Alberta claims it was a mile- stone for herself personally as well as for her fellow workers. During World War II she served as garment chairman of the Ameri- can Women’s Volunteer Service in Locust Valley. Under the super- vision of the late Mrs. Lee Warren James, Alberta helped produce 850 garments for the war effort. When the war was over she began a catering business and soon became a favored caterer on the North Shore. Planning parties for artists, authors, the elite and diplomats. Alberta circulated through a variety of circumstances. Today she owns a photographic album containing pictures of ambassadors, embassy officials as well as letters from Presidents Ford and Carter. Perhaps more important to Alberta than her career has been her years of service to organizations and charities. As a young girl she joined a Calvary youth group call The Rosebuds. A first project was to raise enough money to buy a new clock for the church, It was the beginning of her many years of service in the community as a certified evangelist worker, officer and public relations manager for Calvary. One of the projects that she works with and especially values is the Hand of Love program which collects clothing for the needy Recently, work at Forest Manor Nursing Home has been occupying her time, where she delivers Bible messages and holds meditations, In exchange for her efforts she receives an emotional fulfillment from sharing with a group “longing for someone to care,” she said A. M. E. CHRISTIAN smiling softly. Throughout her life Allberta has been in a flurry of activity and has only recently begun to slow down. After she went through a period of illness several years ago, Mrs. Doubelday said to Alberta, “You'll live because God wants you to live and go on helping others.” ‘?’m involved with people, I like it and Tll continue until the day I die, instead of limping I run” says Alberta. She explained one of her goals is to set an example for senior citizens, that life is far from over after 65. The mother of two children, Alberta is also proud that both her son and daughter are enjoying successful careers. Her daughter Inez is an executive with the Long Island Lighting Company. Her son Adrian is presently employed with Grumman Aerospace. The life of devotion may not be every person’s choice of a life style, but for Alberta and others like her there is no other way to live. Her faith in the church is profound, to which she accredits her drive in addition to a strength of heart and mind. Alberta views herself and those who share her evangelical efforts as samaritans with a task: “There is a job we must do. The world remains the same, hands will always be extend- ed for help from someone.” Al- though she never statistized an exact age, she is an older woman, with the spirit of a growing child. Illustrious District Conference! Both Education, Informative, and Benevolent By Rev. Solomon Green, Reporter Delray Beach, Fla.—The Mayor of Delray Beach, the President of the local Ministrial Alliance, and also Mrs. Gloria Macon of Alpha Phi Beta Sorority brought us welcome, along with a fine pro- gram, presented by the local church and Mrs. Rhodes. Many visitors and delegates alike, marvelled and sat in “awe” as they observed the spirit-filled preaching during the opening and closing sessions of the West Palm Beach District Conference that con- vened at St, Paul A.M.E. Church, Delray Beach, Florida, February 7-8, 1978. Rev. James Grisby is Pastor, and Rey. J. B. Blake, Presiding Elder. Rev. J. B. Blacknell, and Dr. F. A. Allen found themselves responding to, as well as asking questions about such subjects as 1) should stewardesses direct peo- ple the correct way to receive communion? 2) when were the Articles of Association of the A.M.E, Church adopted? approved? 3) should the A.M.I cern itself with social, political and matters? If what is the nature of their concern? and, finally, 4) what are the quali ties most admire in a woman? Church con economic So, the community and church Mrs. Zadie Edwards expounded well in the qualities of an admired woman. she should be kind, then 2) converted, a member of the church and God-fearing, and 3) of such integrity, or goodness First that others may want to pattern,Bethlehem of Judea: RECORDER for thus or model their lives after her, tojit is written by the prophet. And name a few. Dr. J. B. Blake, the illustrious’ Presiding Elder, has truly put discussion of finance and pastorial reports in the backyard, and has brought forward spirit-filled wor- ship and informative institutes. Congratulations, Dr. Blake! The first message was brought Tuesday night by Rev. A. J. Mays, Pastor of Allen Temple A.M.E. Church, Riviera Beach, Florida. His text was taken from Ecclesiates 3:1, “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:” From this, he drew the “theme” GOD IS THE GREAT TIME-KEEPER. He watches over us. We should live so that we will not be sorry for our acts. Past acts are history, and cannot be amended. The noon day Sermon (Hour o Power) was preached by Rev. E. G. Bellamy, Il. The text of his sermon was Luke 2:30, ‘For mine eyes have seen thy salvation.” When we as Christians see and understand God’s salvation, we no longer worry about death, or this body of clay; but we are ready and waiting to meet God, and to join the heavenly congregation. Wednesday night, the final mes- sage was brought by Rev. E. J. Parker, Pastor of Hurst Chapel AME. Church, Riviera Beach, Florida. His Sermon was based on John 7:12, “And there was much murmuring among the people con- ceming him: for some said, He is a good man, others said Nay; but he deceiveth the people.” His subjects: JESUS, THE ONE WHOM THEY TALKED ABOUT! Rev. Parker preached from his soul an educational and soul-stirring mes- sage. He elaborated on how the opinion of God operates in each book of the Bible. For example, in Psalms, God is the Good Shephard. In Isaiah, He is the Wonderful Counselor, the Mighty God, the Prince of Peace, and in Jeremiah, He is the Balm in Gilead. In the New Testament, the book of Acts portrays Him as “Baptizer of the Holy Ghost,” and Revelation portrays Him as “Alpha and Omega,” the beginning and the end. The invitation to Discipleship was given by Reverend Leroy Washington, Pastor at Perrine. An offering was received for the retired ministers of the district. Rey. J. B. Blake, Presiding Elder. Rev. L. Williams, Organist. A Moment With God Monday WORD of GOD But thou, Bethehem Ephratah though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Isarel: whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting Micah 5:2 Tuesday WORD of GOD And when he gathered all the chief priests the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born. And unto him, and scribes of they said In thou Bethehem in the land of Judea, art not the least among the princes of Judea: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel. Matthew 2:4-6 Wednesday WORD of GOD But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, what- soever I have said unto you. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:26-27 Thursday WORD of GOD Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! Many are they that rise up against me. Many there be which say of my soul. There is no help for him in God. Selah. But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter of mine head. I cried unto the Lord with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah. I laid me down and slept; I awakened; for the Lord sustained me. I will not be afraid of ten thou- sands of people, that have set themselves against me round about. Arise, O Lord; save me, O my God for thou has smitten all mine enemies upon the cheek bone; thou has broken the teeth of the un- godly. Salvation belongeth unto the Lord: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah. Psalm 3 Friday WORD of GOD Thou shall not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above or that in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth: Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me: And shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments, Exodus 20:4-6 Saturday WORD of GOD Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple and in three days | will rise it up John 2:19 And lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have ever- lasting life as Moses John 3:14-15 PAGE SEVEN Sunday WORD of GOD When thou saidst, seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek. Psalms 27:8 NEWS BULLETIN Rey. J. M. Granberry Pension in the News Officially, the Carter Admini- stration is still committed to tax reform, but the long delay in drafting a proposal has killed the chances of enacting anything before the 1978 congressional elections. Instead, Administration spokesmen are now talking about a quick tax cut next year to stimulate the economy, with major reform postponed to some time in the future. This is a sad case of wasted opportunity. The country badly needs the kind of tax reform that candidate Jimmy Carter promised when he talked about simplifying the system, relieving the double burden on dividend income, and easing the bite of a progressive rate structure on incomes pushed into higher brackets by inflation. But time has run out. The problem now is to design a 1978 tax cut that will give the maximum sti- mulus with minimum inflation. This means, for one thing, that a substantial portion of the cut should go to business—part of it in the form of a reduction in the corporate income tax and part in the form of a liberalized investment tax credit. The 48% tax on cor- porate income not only forces pnces upward but also discourages new investment by doubling the pretax retum that a company must foresee to justify risking its money. Individual tax cuts should take the form of a reduction of rates in all brackets—not the flat dollar refund that the President proposed last year. And the Administration should make a start toward narrow- ing the difference between the top rates on eamed income (50%) and investment income (70%). With capital spending lagging below the level that the economy needs to grow, this is no time to cling to policies based on the fallacious idea that there is something im- moral about saving money and putting it to work. Some extra adjustment in lower- bracket rates may be necessary to offset the coming rise in Social Security taxes, But the nation does not need a huge infusion of pur- chasing power to keep the economic recovery going. It needs above all to take some of the burden off capital investment so that spending for new plants can create new jobs for the expanding labor force. ===== DSC04776.JPG ===== PAGE EIGHT RINGING ‘im — THE BELL re WITH BOB TIEUEL The Black Experience in Books: The number of black characters appearing in children’s books has significantly increased since 1965, but the vast majority of these books still depcits an all-white world, according to a recent Har- vard University study. The study by Dr. J. S. Chall, professor of education and three doctoral students found the per- centage of books with black charac- ters in text or illustrations increased from 6.7 percent in 1965 to 14.4 percent in 1976. It also found an increase in the number of black characters who were placed in more contemporary settings and who had more prominent roles. “However, much still remains to be done with regard to both quantity and quality,” the re- searchers concluded. ‘Perhaps the best way to improve the situation further is to encourage and recog- nize talented writers from various minority groups who will create the literature from their own deep experiences.” The study was based on the premise that books influence the way children view themselves and other people. Dr. Chall and her associates Sent questionnaires to 58 publishers who belong to the Children’s Book Council, asking how many books with black characters they publ- ished during 1973-75. The 51 publishers who responded issued 4775 children’s books during that time, and 689 depicted black characters. Black Heritage Month (Feb.) Recent great quotes: “Far too few of our children know who Paul Robeson was and what he stood for. Far too few of our children can give a reasonable overview on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., not to mention Frederick Douglass, or Benjamin Banneker, Marcus Garvey, or even Malcolm X...Let us reclaim the memories of Paul Lawrence Dunbar, Langston Huges, Jupiter Hammon, W. E. B. DuBois, Dorie Miller, Medgar Evers and all the hundreds of other black men and women who have played an integral role in the building of this nation we call home. This is what Black History Month is about—and we must never allow it to be forgotten.” From the Los Angeles Sentinel. New Black Stamp—Dedication of the historic Harriet Tubman commemorative stamp kicked off Black History Month activities February 1 in the nation’s capitol and over the nation. Escaping from slavery in 1849, Mrs. Tubman made 19 trips back into slave country as conductor of the sym- bolic Underground railroad to help more than 300 slaves escape to freedom. See “A Woman Called Moses” on NBC-TV later this year A. and buy Harriet lubman stamps at your postoffice Now as supply is limited Chimes: According to our bell- ringer sources, Oklahoma City is one of the most economical places in the nation to hold a convention The average cost to a convention delegate is about 13 percent below the national average. In New York City costs nearly double those in OK sheet City from Seen on a convention Los Angeles, listing estimated expenses for a delegate: “Whatever you do, bring money and lots of it. Chimes: After nearly 40 years in a grave without a headstone, the first black graduate of West Point is being reburied with full military honors. Henry Ossian Flipper was laid to rest recently in his hometown of Thomasville, Ga. He was the first prominent black civil and mining engineer in the United States and was assistant to the secretary of the Interior from 1921 to 1923. Pope Paul VI recently expressed “immense pain’ over resignations from the Roman Catholic priest- hoos, estimated at between 2,000 and 5,000 every year. In 1975, 4,000 priests out of a total of 405,000 quit the priesthood. The Vatican added that about 10,000 nuns left convents between 1973 and 1975. Many priests and nuns, whose vows require celibacy quit to marry, but many others leave in an open breach with Catholicism. Benjamin L. Hooks, new NAACP executive director, has made a ringing appeal for one million NAACP members in 1978. Hooks, a minister and a lawyer charged branch leaders from across the nation to return home from New York and begin a crusade for memberships. The big question facing black leaders of all—Negro communities and towns in 1978 is: Has the time for all-black towns had its day? There are those who say that with integration gradually taking place in all phases of American life, there is no need for all-black towns, churches, schools or any- thing else all-black, but that we must work for complete integration in every facet of American life. On the other hand, many black leaders confess that blacks with money continue to shy away from investing in all-black enterprises in black communities. Unita Blackwell is the first black woman mayor of a Mississippi town. It is Mayersville with 80 per- cent black. There are about 500 residents in the town (the last newly incorporated town that serves as the county seat of Issa- quena County. There are no doc- tors or schools to serve the residents of the county and chil- dren are bused 15 miles to Rolling Fork. The county sheriff depart- ment provides police protection. The yearly per capita income is estimated at $3,000 to $4,000. Is there hope for Mayersville? More later. Until later, Peace. Footnote: Some three thousand people are listed in Issaquena County. Subscribe To The RECORDEX M. E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER MONDAY, MARCH 13, 1978 SUMMER SESSION COUNCIL OF BISHOPS AND GENERAL BOARD JUNE 18-22, 1978 SHERATON - TWIN TOWERS ORLANDO, FLORIDA (Home of Disney World) Regus Answal Comieceann HOST CHURCH: Schedule of Annual Conferences First Episcopal District APRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH The Rt. Rey, Richard Allen Hildebrand, Presiding Bishop April 6-9, 1978 Vernon Temple AME Church Middle Road Southampton East, Bermuda Rey. Louis A. C. Davis, Pastor (809) 298-05 15—Residence Rev. C, S. Butterfield, Presiding Elder ST. MARK A.M.E, CHURCH 1968 Vineland Road Orlando, Florida 32805 Phone — (305) 422-6941 The Right Reverend S, S. Morris, Host Bishop The Reverend K. 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  ===== DSC04786.JPG ===== VOL. 127, NO. 48 2nd DISTRICT IN HIGH SPIRIT NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE SUCCESSFUL BISHOP’ H.W. MURPH The 109th Session of the North Carolina Annual Conference of the Second Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church was held at St. Phillip A.M.E. Church, 815 North Eighth Street, Wilmington, N. C., May 17-21, 1978, Rev. J. W. Smith, Host Pastor; Dr. D. S. Suber, Presiding Elder, Wilmington District, Host. Bishop D. G. K. Ming The “Fertile Fifteenth” Episcopal District Counts Its Blessings! We still hear the thunderous applause which followed the an- nouncement that Donald G. Ming was elected the ninety-seventh Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church! The tumult of the excitement of his being assigned to serve the Fifteenth Episcopal District was even greater! This was so because we knew him, and therefore we had voted for him constantly. He was no stranger to the Fifteenth Episcopal District, for he and his charming and talent- ed wife had paid the District a visit during 1974. They had then ex- pressed their love for South Africa and it’s people and had further shared with us their burning desire to serve God and man in a larger capacity—as a Father of the Church. Time has shown that they meant every word they spoke, for the words which fell from their] ere the voice of African Method- lips have been translated action! Even before the delegation of HIGHLY The Rt. Rev. Henry Wendell Murph of Washington, D.C. Pre- siding Bishop of the Second Epi- scopal District Presiding. Bishop Harrison J. Bryant of Baltimore, Md. a retired bishop of the church attended the conference and ably assisted Bishop Murph in the work of the conference. Mrs. Geraldine Murph, wife of our Bishop and Supervisor of the Missionary Society was at the Bedside of a seriously ill sister who passed during the conference ses- sion. Other Presiding Elders giving assistance were Dr. Claud L. Stephens, Fayetteville District; Dr. W. T. Holland, New Bern District; and Dr. H. Clarence Walker, Rocky Mount District. The Spiritual Tide was high throughout the Conference. The attendance was overflowing. The weather was ideal and the finance MONDAY, JULY 3, 1978 WOMAN OF THE YEAR ie Mrs. Shirley J. Reed, Pastor Rodger Hall Reed, Mrs. Susie Stevens— “WOMAN OF THE YEAR”, Miss Charlotte Brown. MOUNT MORIAH WOMEN USHER IN “THE DAWN OF A NEW DAY.” Annapolis, Md.—The women of Mount |iheir Annual Woman’s Day drive on Moriah A.M.E. Church, pastored by the |Sunday, April 2, 1978 with two wonder- Reverend Rodger Hall Reed, finished continued on page 7 PRICE .15 CENTS THE "P.K.” By V. Jeffers With an undergraduate degre from Yale American Studies, this aspirin e Univeristy in Afro- 8 Black man had every intention of entering law school. But early one moming in 1971, while visiting Cambridge, the Lord very quietly changed the career path of Rev. Continued on page 2 NEWS FROM 50 mM stretched. He had seen it. And he iIntO} ism had been heard for decades, but UTH AFRICA the 15th Episcopal District left the United States for home, Bishop Ming had a meeting with them. He told them, among other things, that he hoped to visit every Church in every District of the Fifteenth District. This was a gargantuan task which he assumed! But he knew what he was talking about. He knew how far the District meant every word he said. He further told the delegation that his priorities during this quadrennium would be to build Churches to the Glory of God and to improve the lot of the Ministry. He is doing just that. You have to see the amount of effort he puts into a day’s work to believe it! No sooner had he set foot on the soil then he toured the West Trans- vaal Conference. He had toured the Warmbaths District. He went to practically every point in that Di- strict. He later toured the Pieters- burg District. This took him close to the Southern Boundry of Rhodesia. The Bishop also toured the other Districts of the Con- ference covering thousands of miles in the process! He has, to date, also extensively toured other con, ferences, inter alia the, Cape Conference, the Natal Conference, the Cape Midlands, Namibia and the East Transvaal Conferences. What is of particular importance in all of this is that he went, not only to the Cities, but to the Rural Areas as well! His visit to these areas was a very effective form of He to places Evanglising! went Continued on page 3 Left to Right: Mrs. Pauline Mattison, 2nd Episcopal District Mis- sionary President; Mrs. Zula M. Jones, North Carolina Conference mz : ad 4 a — Branch President, Mrs. Bertha R. Stephens, Parliamentarian and ex- President. Wilmington, | NC—The Frank Madison Reid, HI. himself. But ministry for thought in mind. He called to share heart to preach. And so in August 1971, at Metropolitan AME Church Missionaries | Wilmington, North Carolina, at seven}in Washington, D. C., Rev. Reid dressed in white, ministers, and friends o'clock on Thursday night, during the | delivered his trial sermon, “We’ve began to fill the St. Phillip Church, Bishop V. R. Anderson Cambridge Ohio—Bishop and Mrs. Vin- ton R. Anderson led a retreat for the Third District Missionary Officers, the five conference branch missionary presidents, conference YP. D. Direc- tors, Lay district, Organization Officers, conference lay organization presidents and all lay leaders of the District, June 2-4, 1978. The retreat was held at the Ramada Inn in Cambridge, Ohio, a quiet place continued on page 6 Third Episcopal District Lay Leaders Retreat Mrs. V. R. Anderson nestled in the Ohio Hills, a well loc- ated spot for a retreat. It started Fr- day Evening at 6:00 P. M. with a “Fellowship Dinner.” Every one got to know each other on a more in- timate basis. Bishop and Mrs. Anderson set the tone for a relaxed atmosphere when they came in slack suit attire. After the fellowship of the meal Bishop Anderson gave introductory remarks and presented Dr. David Shannon, Dean Continued on page 3 of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Pittsburgh, Pa. He spoke to us on the subject, “Equipping of the Saints For the Work of the Ministry”. He beautifully outlined that the ministry is God’s plan, for God’s people and for God’s world. (Biblical background Ephesians 4:4-16). He emphasized the ministry that we are involved in is not an ego trip-not to get social connections. The me- only—ism must be laid aside in God’s ministry. Everyone remembered Dr. Shannon’s vivid illustration on program. planning that all leaders are confronted with. He the letters ROSE: R_Rationale — your purpose for the meeting O-Objectives for the meeting — your goals accomplish S—Strategy—plan for possible enemy action have multiple strategies used four to E— Evaluation —Did you achieve your goals? If not what else would we do in planning? continued on page 7 Although Rev. Reid admits he often suggested sermon titles to his father, he had little interest in the this particular morning back in 1971, Bro. Reid called the Rev. Frank Madison Reid, Presiding Bishop of the 7th Episcopal District of the A.M.E. Church, with a different a sermon topic but it was a topic that the Lord had placed on HIS ===== DSC04787.JPG ===== PAGE TWO continued from page | 2nd District NORTH CAROLINA ANNUAL CONFERENCE was all we could hope for. St. Phillip’s Church Choir gave inspir- ing music. RESOLUTIONS: To the Bishop, The Rt. Rev. Henry Wendell Murph, Presiding prelate of the North Carolina Annual Conference, of the Second Episcopal District, of the A.M.E. Church; and members of this the 109th Session of this our great conference. Whereas, Our Heavenly Father through His wise providence, has seen fit for us to meet once again, in the Great Church and City; at a time when human life seem to be at an all time low; at a time like this, Almighty God has poured out upon his greatest benediction, in that we are able to give an account of our stewardship for the past year. Whereas, when we began our journey towards this great seaport City, the greatest Sea-Port between Norfolk, Virginia and Charleston, S.C. We could feel a certain some- thing impelling us to keep on until we reach this Great Church and City. Whereas, when we arrived, the Rev. J. W. Smith and his very queeny wife, a very dedicated staff. of officers and members, had every thing in readiness in order that all of our needs would be supplied. They walked the second mile to make our stay a most pleasant one. Whereas, His Grace and Rt. Rev. Henry Wendell Murph, The Match- less Leader among all his consti- tuents, have presided over the sessions of this our conference with the dignity and poise of any Circuit; Annual Conference. renown diplomat. We pray God’s richest blessing upon Him, for his Godly judgment, and outstanding ability. Whereas, the sermons by the following ministers, Annual Sermon Rev. H. H. Parker, Richsquare Evangelist Night, Rev. Gregory Edmon; Thursday noon- day, Rev. Mason of the Virginia All of the above named ministers preached until our hearts burned within with Hallowed Fire. Whereas, Rev. Godwin Douglas, St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Washing- ton, D.C. presided over the Thurs- day night Session with much dignity and ease. Whereas, many of the very out- standing Presiding Elders, and Pastors from the Baltimore, Wash- ington, Virginia, and the West North Carolina Conferences were here during our sessions, applauding and wishing us God Speed. Whereas, ministers from other Churches of the City, and denomi- nations were present. Rev. N. H. Daniels, Price Cathedral; Rev. S. A. Robins, and Rev. T. D. Robinson of the AM.E. Zion Church; Rev. Fred Moore of the Baptist Church, and other ministers of the City whose names are too numerous to mention at this time. Whereas, the local program, Mrs. Alberta Pittman Presiding; wel- comed on behalf of the Church; Mrs. Rosie Lee Canty on behalf of the City; His honor the Mayor, Ben Halterman; Black Businesses, Rev. De’Other Melvin; Ministerial Alliance, Rev. N. H. Daniels. Whereas, the Presiding Elders of the Conference, their wives and AME, CHRISTIAN RECORDER SS MONDAY, JULY 3, 1978 Left: Bishop Harrison J. Bryant Retired and Visiting the Conference. Right—Bishop Henry W. Murph Presiding Bishop of the Conference. every minister, and delegate of the conference, gave of their whole- hearted support so this conference could become one of the greatest in the history of the Church. Whereas, The Ladies Night in White, presided over by the illu- strious Mrs. Katie Forman. Mrs. Zula Jones, Conference Branch President was the guest speaker. The President of the Second Episcopal District Missionary So- ciety, Mrs. Pauline Mattison, who gave a beautiful resume of our overseas work, and the optimism with which they shared, in sight- seeing on the Island of Jamaica. Whereas, the lay organization, with Mrs. Celia Trent, President with a very able staff of workers, presented the theme in three phases...Learning, Serving, and Dar- ing, also gave excerpts of their past work, and things they hope to do in the future. Whereas, the Conference Work- ers, Mrs. Dovie Anderson, Presi- dent, Mrs. Smith of the St. Mark Church, Rocky Mount Presiding; assisted by a dedicated staff of co-workers gave a very fine demon- stration of what the conference workers program is all about. Whereas, the Youth Night, Mrs. Fances Hall, Supervisor, Ms. Sharon Taylor, Presiding, gave every indication that the youth have risen to the occasion, and are now ready to take their places in the church of Allen; many youth and young people, choirs from across the Church could be seen in attendance, singing songs and reciting poetry, and you name it, Continued on page 3 ~ EDITORIAL OFFICES News and Business matters may be addressed to the Editor at the office, 500 Eighth Avenue, South, Nashville, Tenn, 87203. THE A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER Of The A. M. E. CHURCH Published weekly at the A.M.E. Sunday School Union, Dr. H. A. Belin, Jr., Secretary-Treasurer, 500 Highth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203. Subscription Rates One year, $5.00; 6 months, $8.00; Single Copy, 15c. Make all Money Orders or Cashier’s Checks payable to H. A. Belin, Jr. Second-class postage paid at Nashville, Tenn. 87203 s 1 B special nofice § ADVERTISING RATES tional issue. 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Smith, his officials, and all of ou. friends and their friends who helped in a most tangible way to make our conference great. Whereas, Our Great Dynamic leader, Bishop Henry Wendell Murph, the man that has no equals, whose competitors are way behi.4 whose contempories are far fetch, who stands tall, look low. He saw, He conqurered, let us pray that God will be with Him, and give Him a long life..... Whereas, Bishop Harrison J. Bryant, retired Bishop of the Church, so ably assisted our Bishop in presiding over some of the sessions of the conference, who preached Sunday Moming until the fire came down. He gave us a great challenge, ‘After Conversion, What then?’ Whereas, our conference was reduced from Four Districts to three namely, Southeastern Di- strict, Central District and North- eastern District. Seven ministers were admitted into the conference. One Sister was consecrated a Deaconesses. Two ministers or- dained Deacons. Five ordained Elders. We feel that the Church is moving on. Be it therefore resolved that we as members of the 109th Session of the Conference are one great family of God’s children, extend to all of the above mention persons and commend them to Almighty God. Rev. J. A. Humphrey, Conference Reporter Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church Wilmingtion, North Carolina News from South Africa continued from page 1 where no other Prelate of the Church had ever trod. He also went to those parts of the Country A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER volved modus operandi, which ensures that all money intended for church building is used solely for this purposes! In the West Transvaal Confer- ence, the “Committee of Church He never fails to say a word of prayer in every Church or at every Church site he visits. He always prays that he be given the strength and wisdom to develop these areas for African Methodism and the Glory of God! Bishop Ming has embarked with equal zeal on a programme of improving the lot of the Pastors. He has, for instance, shown great concern for their lack of security on reaching the age of retirement, He has presented the conferences with an insurance scheme which, it is hoped, will, if it is put into operation, solve the problem of the pension of our Ministers, It is also hoped that this scheme will serve the same purpose for our Ministers further afield. His concern for the plight of our Ministers has resulted in a great improvement in the number of young men who have joined the Ministry. This is evidenced by the increase in the number of students who have enrolled at the “R. R. Wright School of Reli- gion,” and in the individual commitment to the call of Christ of many who have stepped for- ward saying, “Here Am I, Send Me!” The Widows of our Pastors have recently seen their allowances increased. Bishop Ming has also been able to win new friends for the Widows of our Pastors. At the end of last year about five pastors’ wives, who had recently been widowed, received A Love Gift of $100.00 each from The Con- nectional Women’s Missionary Society, Miss M. E. Frizzell, Pres. On his current trip overseas, Bishop Ming has embarked on, yet another fund raising campaign! We have reason to believe that he will return bringing with him further evidence of the rich de- posits of Christian Charity found in the Brotherhood of Man! to miles and spent many days visiting the following places during 1977: Messina, Lebowa-Kgomo, Sekhuk- hune, Seshigo, Petgietersrust, Nab- bomspruit, Warmbathe, Nylstroom, Hammanskraal, Mabiskraal, Mabo- pane, Ga-Rankuwa, Bopong, Bronkhorspruit, Mamelodi, Mofolo Central, Westonorial, Randfontein, Krugersdorp, Lichtenburg, Taung, Vryburg, Mafeking, Calinan, Ven- tersdorp, Luke Phiring, and Maka- panstad. The following gives you an idea of the kind of development which is taking place in the Fifteenth. In the Warmbaths Di- strict, of which Rev. Peter Lodi is the Presiding Elder, eight Church Buildings are either in the process of being built or have been com- pleted! Three parsonages are also being built. We are experiencing a veritable ‘boom’ in Church build- ing! Many of these buildings have also benefitted from the campaign which our Bishop staged in the United States, in which he address- ed audiences telling them about the “Fertile Fifteenth” and its potentiality as well as of the ;opportunity which our brothers and sisters overseas have of help- ing to further develop this Area! The response from America has been very encouraging! As a re- sult, Bishop Ming has been able to distribute thousands of Rands to various parts of the Fifteenth District, assisting in the develop- ment which is taking place there. We believe that the fire which was kindled by the Bishop in his campaign will gain momentum and that much more monetary assist- ance will find its way to the “Fertile Fifteenth’? enabling us to till fallow fields and blossom into beautiful harvest for our Lord and Saviour and for the on-going of African Methodism! The Fif- teenth District also owes a debt of gratitude to the ‘Overseas Develop- ment Fund’ which has undergirded us with thousands of dollars for the development of projects. Never in the annals of the history of the Fifteenth Episcopal District has so much money been injected into the building pro- gramme! We further, particularly, wish to thank Bishop and Mother Ming for personally having raised Rev. P. M. Lodi—Chairman Att. D. Z. Tantsi—Secretary West Transvaal Annual Conference Church Extension Committee The “PK” continued from page 1 Only Just Begun.” Rev. Reid is quick to point out that his call was a “mystical ex- perience, but not an apocalyptic (prophetic) one.” He explained that thousands of Rands overseas for us and for having channelled all the money into the building pro- jects of the various churches. The money so raised has not only assisted in our building projects, but has also strengthened the bonds of brotherhood between ourselves and our brothers and sisters across the seas! It is further evidence of the fact that Bishop and Mother Ming are living instru- ments of the Lord and the Church which they love so much! Nothing seems to disturb Bishop Ming more than seeing a huge City in which the AME Church is either under-represented or not represented at all! You should see the distress and dismay on his countenance at the sight of areas where the Standard of African Methodism has not been hoisted! Any sign of development thrills him! where African Methodism had not made the conquests that await us. He came. He saw. He conquered. At least two Tribes are looking forward to his return visit for he has to, among other things, Baptise their Chiefs. Wherever Bishop and Mother Ming go they take with them a message of Love, of Peace and of Hope for a better day! And brother, what a joy it is to hear them! And how their words have enriched the lives of all around them! In all conferences the Com- mittee of Church Extension is very active! The Bishop has instructed those Committees to visit all Churches where buildings opera- tions are underfoot, as well as all places which have a need for development, and to report their findings to the conference. The Committees have themselves in- He there were no bells and no loud bugles sounding. But more an “inward and silent feeling of sacredness.” In his early years at Yale, Rev. Reid was very much involved in Black student affairs. He was there during the May Day crisis and the famous Bobby Seale case. Rev. Reid was elected President of the Black Student Alliance at Yale in his sophomore year. In his junior year, Rev. Reid was introduced to one of the most influencial books he had ever read, second only to the Bible—-The Autobio- graphy of Malcolm X. This gift from his brother stimulated the influence the Nation of Islam had on Frank’s life. Rev. Reid will receive his Master of Divinity degree from Harvard University in June of this year. looks forward to accepting PAGE THRE an assignment at that time, to the pastorate But the pastorate is not new MY IDEA for Rev. Reid from 1975-1976, he pastored in Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa, at the Eliza Tumer Memorial Church, named after one of Henry Turner’s wives, In summing up his experience in West Africa, Rev, Reid com- ments, “I loved it; pastoring, the country, the food and especially the people. I met some very good people.” One person who has had a tremendous impact on his life and will always be considered a close friend to Rey. Reid is Bro. Sparkman, (this is not Rev. Harvey Sparkman) a much older man, who left the United States 29 years ago. As Rev. Reid recaps, “that man taught me much about being a man and about being a man of Rey, C, D. Rogers Pastor of White Springs AM.E, Church Bearden, Arkansas Pine Bluff District Central Arkansas Conference The conference was held April 14, 1978, at Ward Chapel, Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Reverend W. T. Washington was the host pastor. Rev. O, Z, Horn, Pastor of the Macedonia A.M.E. Church, Beard- en, Arkansas, brought the annual message. Rev. Horn preached a wonderful sermon. Due to the death of the late Presiding Elder, Rey. D. L. Blair, the District is supervised by Rey. God.” Frank also speaks very T. D. Alexander, Pastor of St. highly of the president of that John, Pine Bluff, Arkansas and country, President Tolbert. He assisted by Sister Oler Blair, widow of the late Presiding Elder. Many topics were discussed. The institute covering nearly every phase of church and community life was included. The conference was graced by the presence of Bishop and Mrs. F. C. James, prelate of the 12th Episcopal District and Missionary Supervisor. The following Presiding Elders were present: Rev. W. C. Montague, Presiding Elder of the Hot Springs District, West Arkansas Conference; Rev. C. C. Akins, Presiding Elder of the Monticello District, South Arkansas Confer- ence; Rev. W. H. Huntez, Presiding Elder of the Camden District; and Rev. D. J. Webster, Presiding Elder of the South Pine Bluff District. Ministers and laymen from other ‘sections of churches were present. Also visitors from all sections of the conference and representatives from other conferences as well were present. Bishop F. C. James electrified the conference with an address such as only he could have delivered. The other ministers at first were reluctant to speak after the Bishop’s address, but they were so keyed up with the spirit that they found themselves following in his footsteps. Rev. and Mrs. Washington to- gether with the Ward Chapel family gave us a great entertainment. We dined heartily. Many thanks to Bishop James for his kindness to Mrs. Blair and his wisdom to choose Reverend Alexander to share his leadership with us of the Pine Bluff District. We respect his leadership. Mrs. Blair has been his right arm in assisting with the work. . cites Pres. Tolbert as being “one of the most intelligent leaders on the world scene today. It was a privilege to know him and to watch him formulate and develop policies.” There are a few philosophies that Rev. Reid has formulated and developed for himself that are interesting to note. He is very particular about the focd he eats. Although he will from time to time eat a piece of fish or chicken, his meals most often consist of vege- tables only. A typical dinner for him might be; cabbage, brown rice, lentil beans and a glass of juice—with perhaps a piece of fruit for dessert. He feels that eating right is essential to living right. Rev. Reid also maintains an interesting view on marriage in the ministry. He feels that a woman is called to be a minister’s wife, in much the same way as a minister is called to preach. Rev. Reid talks about the trials and tribulations of a minister’s wife.... “some make it and some don’t.” In talking with those who he feels are excellent minister’s wives, “they all seem to have a ministry of some sort...there is a call to minister to the minister.” He point- ed out that unfortunately many women see only the glamour, the visibility and the status being a minister’s wife. “But they don’t see the pain, the agony and the struggle that goes along with it... a minister’s wife has to be right for the individual and for the institu- tion.” Rev. Reid is an avid reader, especially in psychology, religion and theology (from a_ historical perspective). In fact, Frank enjoys reading as much as he enjoys a lively discussion. He ran across country in high school and has several track medals for his outstanding running ability. But his athletic enthusiasm does not stop there, for he will readily accept a basketball or football challenge. OUR CHURC A Sr ..THE HEART OF | R COMMUNITY } OU (MES ee In June Rev. Reid will take another step in the challenge of having accepted God’s call, as he looks forward to a_ pastorate assignment. We at St. Paul are appreciative of the time he has spent with us, and though we will miss him, we understand that he must move on and be about his father’s work. Our prayers go with him! Subscribe To The RECORDER ===== DSC04789.JPG ===== PAGE FOUR READ THE Recorder WITH REID REV. R. H. REID, JR. EDITORIAL STAFF REV. R. H. REID, JR., Editor Dr. J. W. Yancy, I, The oving Editor; Rev. T. E. 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AUDITED EXCERPTS—ANNUAL REPORT Bishop Howard Thomas Primm, Senior Bishop; Bishop Richard Allen Hildebrand, President of the Council of Bishops, Bishop Henry Wendell Murph, Chairman of the General Board; Bishop Frederick Hilborn Talbot, Chair- man of the Publications Commission; Bishop Samuel Solomon Morris, Host Bishop; all of our Reverend Fathers in God: Members of the General Board; Commission mem- bers; Brothers and Sisters of the African Methodist Episco- pal Church: Holy Greetings in the most blessed Name of God, our Creator, and Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord and Savior. ACKNOWLEDGMENT Again, I find myself offering gratitude to our God and repeating my thanks to the family of African Methodism, who have expressed confidence in my ability to serve as head of the Communications Ministry in the capacity of Editor of the oldest black newspaper on this continent. Ours is a great church with a goodly heritage. Our plat- form goal remains—that is, to give the connection and the world a paper worthy of its longevity its longevity. Since November, 1977, we have occupied our new and beautiful offices in the A.M.E. Sunday School Union Building, given to African Methodism by the inimitable Dr. Henry Allen Belin, Jr. NEW FEATURE AND PROLIFERATION We are realizing renewed interest from every sector and segment of our church. People, subscriptions, taking first-time subscriptions and giving subscription gifts to friends. The “SUBSCRIPTION KING OF THE WEEK” feature is bringing many new subscribers into the Recorder Family, increasing circulation among our laymen in the local congregation, We have designed a special LOGO for our offical stationery so the Christian Recorder can continue to call attention to its role in the NEW WORLD, HIGH PRAISE Our efforts to give literate respectability to the Christ- ian Recorder have been applauded. Compliments have come from many quarters—universities and seminaries, across denominational lines, the man on the street, our pastors and ministers, our over-seas readers, the professional and nonprofessional, ecumenical org: anizations. Bishops and Christian leaders in other comm- unions have written to our office or conveyed in a person- al message to the Editor expressions of appreciation for our new image and quality. WORLD PARISH, the inter- national organ of the World Methodist Council, reprinted scholars, 1978 edition. inary, foreign countries. rary of Congress, the State Libraries of most states in the generally, are renewing tennial Year 1987. A.M.E, CHRISTIAN RECORDER one of our editorials on their front page of the February The Garrett-Evangelical Theological Sem- has micro-filmed and filed the 1977 volume of the Christian Recorder and are filming the 1978 editions. 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The machinery should be set up soon to develop a unique year-long program, so that the whole world can rejoice and celebrate with us. The Commissions, Comm- ittees, and pilot groups should be authorized to get stud- ies under way so that no opportunity will be overlooked in this activity. These recommendations should be pre- sented early to guarantee that every A.M.E. the world over can participate. During the Bicentennial Year we ought to have as ma- jor emphasis and as a primary goal the recruiting of new souls for African Methodism and the Kingdom. DOUB— LE THE MEMBERSHIP. OBLIGATE EACH MEMBER TO RECRUIT ONE NEW MEMBER during the Bicen- The political Head of State occupying the White House in that year ought to issue an offical proclamation in favor of the sons and daughters of Richard Allen in celebration of our 200th year of relig- ious life in America. READ THE Recorder WITH REID as we pursue our work and develop the goals as were set forth and expressed in our which we hope to impli - MONDAY, JULY 3, 1978 ‘Women and ape from PTA Today Washington, D. C. ber of The num— women working in this country has more than doub- led since the period immedia— tely preceding World War 11. By the end of 1976, women comprised almost 41 percent of the labor force, and SO percent of all women were either working or looking for work. During the same period, the number of working mothers increased more than tenfold. By March 1976, nearly half—49 per- cent—of all mothers had taken a place in the work force. Of the nearly 38 million women working in 1976, 14.6 million were mothers, according to a report WORKING MOTHERS AND THEIR CHILDREN, published by the Women’s Bureau of the US. Department of Labor. About 5.4 million of these mothers had children younger than age 6. Income is cruciad to a sing ificant number of women raising children in homes where the father is absent. In 1975, seven million of the nation’s 56 million families were led by a woman alone. Nearly a third of these families live in poverty. In many instances, working women raise the family income above the poverty level. In 1975, for example, 20 percent of all working mothers were married to men whose income fell below $7,000 In other instances, too, mothers work to provide higher incomes for their families, the report shows. Among white families with both parents present in the home, the median income if the mother worked was $17,600, compared with $14,800 if she did not work. For black families with children, the median income for two work- ing parents was $14,500, compared with $8,900 if the mother stayed home. In general, today continue to hold jobs that require fewer skills and pay less than jobs held by men. Statistics from 1975 showed that 34 percent of all working mothers 18 percent women were clerical workers; service workers: 13 __ percent, operatives, and 17 percent, pro- fessional and technical workers. Only 5 percent were managers or administrators. Mothers of nearly half of our nation’s children, then, are at work—earning, or helping to earn, the familys living. These women find themselves at a finan- cial disadvantage. The average fulltime, year-round paycheck of a female worker was only 57 percent of the average man’s in 1975— and minority female even less fox workers, ===== DSC04790.JPG ===== MONDAY, JULY 3, 1978 By Dr. J. W. Yancy, I, Director, Public Relations Texas Area—~AME Church The Third Retreat of the Tenth Epsicopal District Young People’s Division of the Woman's Missionary Society of the African Methodist Episcopal Church was held at Latham Spring Baptist Encamp- ment, Aquilla, Texas (twenty-two miles from Waco), May 5-6-7, 1978. Having outgrown their former encampment site, Baylor University Center, Youth Camp grounds last year, the Latham Springs Baptist Encampment was selected to accommodate the grow- ing number of A.M.E. youths who surge to attend. AME. CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE PIVE Texas camping environment, and ex- periencing the freshness of God's presence amidst outdoor life, found the answers to all their longings here at Latham Springs Baptist Encampment, May 5-6-7 The Retreat Theme was “Toward Christian Commitment.” The 1978 Self-Denial Theme is “Share Some of the Love in Your Heart.” Mrs. D. D. Adams, Missionary Supervisor and Director of Pro- grams and General Arrangements for the Retreat spoke to the first Opening Meeting. Mrs. Adams, in opening remarks mentioned that the waiting list for additional retreat attend- ance was so great that next year the Y.P.D. Retreat would reserve her Mrs. D. D. Adams, Missionary Supervisor. Bishop Adams’ Nestled in Central Texas’ rolling countryside, 400 acres Latham Springs Baptist Encampment offer- ed Texas A.M.E. Youth a most fitting natural, spiritual and recrea- tional habitat for their three-day encampment. A facility with Dining Hall and Canteen, Tabernacle for religious worship and assemblies, eudcational buildings and a Prayer Garden, this offered a adequate accommodations for the Retreat. Recreational facilities of swim- ming, volley ball, tennis, boating, baseball, fishing, and horse-back riding were attractive to the AME. campers and counsellors. Young people searching for a meaning in a confused world, learning about God through lessons taught in Bishop John Hurst Adams, Prelate Tenth Episcopal District. Greetings | YPD. || President presided at the Opening the the entire compounds of Latham Springs for the Annual Retreat of Y.P.D. She called the youth to explore with the con- sultants the path toward a personal commitment and relation- ship with God. Bishop Adams extended the following words of welcome: Welcome to the Annual Young People’s Retreat. It is a great pleasure to share in this experience with the marvelous young people of the African Methodist Episcopal Church of Texas. Leadership development has been and is the keynote of our efforts and ministry in the Tenth Episcopal District. The young people of Texas are central to the fulfillment of this |with Rev. John Bryant,” held at 8:00 P.M. Friday. Rey. Bryant’s "| Reject God?” Many youth (even _jadults too) were so overwhelmed ‘|Catherine Wilson, Pres. N. Texas -|Conference; Hymn, Elroy Green, y ” YPD Retreat— Epochal Phenomena ministry We urge you to take maximum advantage of these teach the Enjoy the fellowship getting other Retreats. Leam @ Workshop Ses- rich to and in sions Statewide know each Use the recreational facilities to deepen and enrich your stay Probe the and consultants to get the best possible understanding. Make your life a home for here. teachers Peace, Power and Love Rey. John R. Bryant, pastor of historic Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Baltimore, Mary- land was the Special Guest to the Retreat, In presenting Rey, Bryant for his special message, Bishop Adams referred to him as a model A.M.E. young leader for the at- tendants of the Youth Retreat to use as an model. He related that during the 1977-78 Conference year, Rev. Bryant added 1000 members to Bethel Church. | The official speech agenda for Rev. Bryant was: ‘‘Rap Session ‘ sermon text was: ““Good—but Un- acceptable Excuses,” found St. Luke, 14:17-18. His message was geared to youth acceptance and |f youth experiences and problems of life. Rev. Bryant brought the message vividly to youth that “no excuse can justify the rejection of God.” His final burning exhorta- tion to youth was, “Why Do You themselves unto God. with his message that they were overcome spiritually and would not be controlled nor calmed down by the ushers. The Opening Worship Service had the following Y.P.D.’ers parti- cipating: Call to Worship, Miss Jan Hurst Adams, Central Texas Conf. Sec.; Hymn, Michael Jenkins, Connec- Pres. S. W. Conference Reading, James Coates, Pres. Texas Confernce YPD; Music, Donald Wilson, Pres., W. Texas Conference YPD; Presentation of Bishop, Miss The-sboretenjeving lugch duane (deeply engrossed in conversation Pres. N. W. Texas Conference Ms. Marian Owens, Texas Y.P.D.}} ocal Y.P.D., Boy-Girl Relations, Y.P.D. Leaders. Counsellors for the Workshops were: Mrs. Louise People, Mrs. Sarah Seldon, Mrs. Nancy Pau, Mr. Wayne Ball, Mrs. Beulay Barksdale, Revs. John R, Bryant and L. H. McCloney, Mrs.) June Meador, Mr. Jim Dunn, Worship session. The State Y.P.D. Choir furnished the singing. Ms. Owens the dynamic young President has since the retreat received her M.A. degree and been admitted to the medical school at the University of Iowa. The YP.D. is really moving forward. On Saturday at 4:00 p.m. the Youth had a “Rap Session” with} Bishop John Hurst Adams. To let it be known in Texas that “The Youth will have a Rap Session with Bishop John Hurst Adams” is like a glad rainbow from the sky. This was one of the highlights of the entire Retreat. The food menus at the Retreat were pleasureable to all. Plenty of food, delectable selections and careful and polite serving marked the joy of the week-end. F There were eight Workshops: ra Rey. John R. Bryant, Pastor Baltimore, M Y.P.D. Enjoying a Good Meal at Latham Springs 7 is aryland. Sie} t Youth Commitment Hour at Retreat RN Latham Spr roe ' After Rev. Bryant’s Sermon, the picture above shows the large group of Y.P.D.’ers who jammed around the Altar Railing to recommit the Retreat are: L to R: Bishop John Hurst Adams, Rev. John R. Bryant, Miss Madilyn Rose Adams with Reverend Bryant), Quenna McDonald, Miss Debra Sanford, and Miss Jan Hurst Adams. Revs. James R. Anderson and O. W. Duncay, Mrs. Mary Prince, Mrs. Vanessa Van Hoose, Mrs. Janice Duncan, Rev. K. L. Waters, Mre. Theressa Green, Mrs. Sallye Coleman. An exhibit of the color and manner of the Workshops can be seen in the picture below. Church Music, Rape Crisis, Arriving The above picture shows Mrs. Mary Prince, right and Mrs. Vanessa at Personal Christian Commitment, Vv Drug Abuse, Know Your Church, ; i the L YP.D.” Organization and Programming the] "8" ocal an Hoose counselling a Workshop Class in, ‘Organizing and Program- continued on page 6 ===== DSC04791.JPG ===== PAGE SIX Texas YPD Retreat—Epochal Phenomena continued from page 5 Young People on the Basketball Court There were “Recreation Breaks daily, This for narticipation in all available sports he pictures below exhibit some of the recreation activities which the Y .P.D.’ers took part in A Talent Show and Bible Bowl was given Saturday Night. Mrs Onie M. Wilson and Mrs. Verdene Austin had charge of this program Sunday moming at 7:00 o'clock the Communion and Rededication Service was held. Rev. L. E Ausbie officiated in this Service. He was period allowed assisted in giving the Sacrament by Revs, W. J. Morgan, LL. McCloney, M. Tramel, W R McDonald. The Retreat closed with an Evaluation and Recom mendation Period. The Missionary Benediction closed the Retreat COMMITTE! ASSIGNMENTS General Coordination Mrs | Theressa Greene; Devotional Ex periences, Mrs, Marian Owens and Conference Presidents; Evaluation Mrs. Woodye Givens, Mrs, Willis Jo Johnson; Registration, Mrs Louise People, Mrs. Woodie Givens Talent Show, Mrs. Verdene Austin Mrs. Onie M. Wilson; Recreation, Mr. James Spencer, Rev. W. M Johnson; Bible-Bowl, Mrs, Willie Jo Johnson; Music, Mrs, Louise People, Mr. Michael Jenkins; Public Relations, Mrs. Onie M. Wilson, Clean-Up, Mrs, Ellen Smith, Mrs Verdene Austin Overseeing the entire retreat experience was Mrs Theresa Greene, District Y.P.D. Director and Mrs. Sallye Coleman, Assoc Dist. Director. Mrs. Greene and Mrs Coleman could be seen {seriously or sharing moments of | NEW JERSEY GIANTS | judge others by your rules or God sj will judge you.” A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER and counsel to any who approached them. The young people of the district could be seen chatting } joy with these two dedicated and } productive leaders. | In evaluating the retreat the | young people praised the beautiful camp facility, the interested and knowledgeable consultants, their} own conference directors, the di- strict Y.P.D. Directors and their} own Bishop and Supervisor. Their] only complaint was that it was not} long enough! | | | I loy I am?” is given a new interpretation by author Morton Smith, professor of ancient history at Columbia Newark, N. J.—‘‘Just say two churches on opposite ends of New Jersey came together to fellow- ship,” said Rev. John G. Ragin of St. Luke A.M.E. Church of Newark New Jersey on Sunday May 7, 1978 as he referred to the after-]} noon service with St. James A.M.E. Jersey. St. James and their pastor, who > WUniversity. search of new data and a careful re-evaluation ments Churct f anti i | as urch of Atlantic City, NeWlpcus THE MAGICIAN (Harper & Row, San Francisco; published May COBBS CORNER Rev. T. E. Cobbs Jesus The Magician? The most famous question posed Jesus, “Who do men say that After a systematic of existing docu- Dr. Smith’s new book 17) argues that Jesus practiced After a little wait due to traffic,}ihe ancient art of magic and was thought by the majority of his as the guest speaker, Rev. William} -ontemporaries to be a magician. Cody, proved that those that wait shall renew their strength. He spoke} with evangelistic fervor that cap-f tured the joint congregations with] claps and testimonies when he| delivered his message on “Don’t} The introductory by Rev. Ragin with choir selections from both St. James and St. Luke added to the evening Rev. Cody, who is the Acting Presiding Elder of the Atlantic City District (which is compiled of roughly 50 sq. miles and 32 churches) is the pastor of the larg- est AM.E. church in Atlantic City.] He is a progressive pastor and is many phases of the} community that lend themselves to} the development of Atlantic City, which is why St. James is often] referred to as “The Fashionable] St. James.” | On the other end of New Jersey A | St. Luke is often referred to “The J Place where Friendly People Wor- | involved in ship,” because of the dynamic | leadership abilities of their pastor, | Ragin. For within his six (6)} 800 | members have joined and in addi- Rev years as pastor more than tion they have spent some $200,-] 000 in renivating the church to} make it a thing of beauty in the heart of Newark Rey. Ragin is also involved in many community aciiviles such as, | member the Board of Agency Relations & Allocations of United Way of Essex & West Hudson, Member of Essex County Black] of IE Clergy, Ir terdominational Minister-} * | ial Coalition of Newark & Vicinity.) } and Candidate for Secretary-) Treasury of Church Extension Department of A M.E. Church, just to name a Tew The two churches of Southem and Northern New Jersey are doing great things and understand the throughout the three days talking} peed for friendship and fellowship to young people, giving directions | jn these troubled times While most books about Jesus are based entirely on information that comes from his devoted followers, primarily the gospels, JESUS THE MAGICIAN investi- gates what the majority of the men of Jesus’ day—those who did not become his followers—thought of 7 him. By examining both insiders’ || about “Love and Friendship” along} and outsiders’ views Smith is able to make an important distinction between what he terms “the Jesus of history” and “the Christ of Faith.” There is strong evidence of the “outsiders’ view” in the reports of two Roman historians, Suetonius Hand Tacitus, who attacked Chris- tianity in the early second century. Suetonius writes: “Penalties were imposed on the Christians, a kind of men holding a new superstition involving the practice of magic.” Conference Leaders continued from page | Annual Conference. Theme: Together With Love Missions Can Happen. The offices was Mrs. Katie H. second Vice-president. Pro- cessional: Praise Him. Call to Worship- Rev Mrs Lucille Holman. After a well plannea and heart felt presiding Foreman, i devotional service, presentations were made by Mrs. J.W. Smith and Mrs Naomi Stanley to the Secand Episco- pal District President, Mrs, Zula M. Jones and other officers A skit written by Mrs. Foreman was presented, namely,“The Shadow in The Doorway” The superb, “The Shadow In The Doorway % performance was was about a dedicated missionary going from place to place knocking on doors getting new members to join the Miss- ionary Society After watching the skit we all were inspired and challenged to become more involved in the work of the missions Mrs, Mattison gave a travelog on the trip to Kingston, Jamaica Her presen tation was so good, it was as though we were there in Jamaica Two young ladies sang solos—I can’t remember their names, but they lifted MONDAY, JULY 3, 1978 These words appear in Suetonius’ list of Nero’s “praiseworthy” re- forms. Tacitus’ dislike of the Christians was equally apparent. ‘He speaks of “Christians’ magic and hatred of the human race.” Pagan philosophers, _ particularly Lucian, were contemptuous of the “mystery cults of Jesus.” Those outside Rome also held the non-Christian view of Jesus as magician. They depicted Jesus as the leader of primitive baptisms, all-night ceremonies that include magic, mesmeric incantations and even sexual stimulation. The Eucharist is seen as part of this magical rite. Smith finds strong parallels with contemporary gnostic cults. Dr. Smith’s research, spanning three decades, leads him to the conclusion that the Gospel stories of Jesus’ miracles enacted as the son of God were legendary out- growths from the basic historical material. He concludes that the Gospels were written in a world hostile to Christianity in order to present the Christian case. Smith suggests that “cures in Jesus’ presence” were understood by patients, observers and Jesus himself, as magic performed by him. Such magic made Jesus famous. Since true medical cures were rare in ancient Palestine, the miracle healing ascribed to Jesus was sure to be in demand. Smith reasons, “In the crowds that swarmed around him desperate for cures, cures were sure to occur. As the crowds grew, the legends about Jesus’ magic grew.” According to Smith’s book, the final importance of this “magician image” may have been in its re- percussions on historical events. Smith ascertains that Jesus would not have been crucified had he not been able to attract such enormous crowds. Likewise, the preaching of his “resurrection” could never have received such wide and ready acceptance had it not been for his popularity—a popularity largely based on the view that Jesus was a magician, our souls heavenward. Mrs. Lucille Cooke Pesident Emeritus and treasurer of the Conference Branch and Mrs. Bertha Stephens—Ex-President and Parliamentarian gave remarks filled with wisdom and inspiration, Both women are dedicated = workers, We were graced with the presence of Mrs. Johanna Green, Second Episco- pal District YP.D. Director, who bro- ught greetings and spoke about the plans for the Y P_D.’ers. Mrs, Jones came forth, thanked the committee for a delightful program and everyone for their co-operation. Mrs. Jones began the Candelight Ceremony with a moment of silent prayer, After prayer, scripture sent- ences were read for rededication, Mrs, Naomi Vice-President moved the altar Stanley, first to the center of *) with a large lighted candle. Wonderful coordination was shown throughout the whole congregation in the candlelighting. All Missionaries dressed in white ma rch- ed around the walls of the church singing “Walk In The Light”, with their lighted candles held high. This was a beautiful scene to behold. ===== DSC04792.JPG ===== MONDAY, JULY 3, 1978 Sn Memoriam OBSEQUIES TO THE SACRED MEMORY OF Rev. Azzlee E. McDade St. Luke A.M.E. Church Marianna, Arkansas OBITUARY The Rev. E. A. McDade, son of the late Mr. McDade and Mrs. Nettie McDade, was born May 31, 1892 in Cypret, Ark. He received his formal educa- tion in Shorter College. He was licensed to preach by Rev. W. M. Winston, Presiding Elder of the Newport District and the late Rev. S. W. Chandler, pastor of Antioch A.M.E. Church, Tupelo, Ark., Aug. 6, 1916. Rev. McDade was ordained Dea- con and Elder under the late Bishop I. N. Ross and travelled sixty (60) years, never missing a roll call. Served twenty-seven (27) appointments, taking in 1,563 members, The largest number was 81 at McCrory, Ark. Was elected delegate to the General Conference three times. He was united in Holy Matri-]4 mony to the late Miss Lucy Davis, To this union a son and daughter survives, In 1944 was married to Mrs. Lilla Tumer who was a faithful companion until his passing. He departed this life December 29, 1977 at 4:30 A.M. His survivors are: his devoted wife, one son, one daughter, five step-children, a host of grandchildren and great grand- children, son-in-law, daughter-in- law, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services for a Willow Oak A.M.E. Church Rich Square, North Carolina Rey. H. H. Parker, Pastor OBITUARY Malone Cola Ashe, the son of the late Early and Alice Ashe, was born in Rich Square, North Caro- lina on January 29, 1905. He de- parted this life on Thursday May 25, 1978 at Nash Memorial Hospi- tal in Rocky Mount, N. C. During his illness, he did not complain Kansas Governor Signs Bill For Sickle Cell Anemia Topeka—Gov. Robert Bennett of Kansas has signed into a law a bill which expands the state’s sickle cell anemia program to provide financial assistance to those suf- fering from the disease. “Several years ago the state Malone Cola Ashe : and always managed to radiate happiness when visited by his family and friends. At an early age, he became a member of Willow Oak A.ME. Church where he served in the following capacities: Superinten- ' dent of the Sunday School for approximately thirty-five Pastors’ Steward and Trustee. He was a member of the Epi- years, scopal Committee and a member of the Lay Organization of the * AM.E. Church. He was active in the Northampton Branch of the NAACP and served as trustee of Kittrell College for nearly forty years. He was married to Miss Bernice Steward on June 30, 1931. To this union three sons were born. One preceded him in death. He was a loyal and devoted husband and father who exhibited Christian principles at all times. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Bernice S. Ashe, two sons of Cola Earl of the home and Frank Steward of Silver Spring, Maryland and other relatives and friends. those who can least afford it to received adequate care and treat- ment,” Governor Bennett added. The bill requires the Secretary of the Department of Health and Environment to establish the pro- gram of financial assistance and to draw guidelines to determine who will be eligible. embarked on a program of blood Newport (Ark.) Daily testing and screening for sickle Independent—Pastor is ll anemia,” Governor Bennett : ee thie the bill. Selected by Institute “Tt was soon realized that many who suffer from this terrible disease do not have the resources Rev. Thomas G. Allen, pastor for adequate care and treatment) of St. Paul’s AM.E. Church, has and that some program of assist-)been selected for the 10th edition ance was badly needed. of the Book of Honor by the “The purpose of the bill which} American Biographical Institute. I have signed is to ensure that no}He has also been named a fellow person afflicted with sickle cell)member of the publication board anemia will be forced to use all his}of the ABI. or her resources for treatment, thus placing a financial hardship on the immediate family. “While this will not eliminate the pain and suffering caused by this disease, the program will help A.M.E, CHRISTIAN RECORDER Woman of the Year continued from page | Left to Right: Mrs. Almaria S. & Coates, 2nd Vice President; Mrs. Shirley J. Reed, Honorary President; Mrs. Vivian Simms, Ist Vice President, Mrs. Martha C. Grant, speaker; Miss Charlotte Brown, President ful worship services and a financial re- port of $2607.04 Using as their theme “THE DAWN OF A NEW DAY” the women under the leadership of Miss Charlotte Brown began a two month fund raising drive to prove once again that God never fails. Hampered by one of the most severe winters ever to hit this area and with only two months in which to work, Miss Brown and her staff were dete - mined to let faith in God lead them to success, The eleven o’clock service burned with the power of the Holy Ghost through the singing of a fifty voice choir of Mount Moriah women and the sermon delivered by Evangelist Geraldine Gatline Smith of Virginia Beach, VA. Honored at this service was Mrs. Susie Stevens, Mount Moriah’s Woman of The Year. A woman of deep spiritual piety and a stewardess for many years,. Sister Stevens represents the true qualities of finer christian ~~ womanhood. The speaker for the aftemoon wor- 3rd Episcopal Retreat continued from page | Dean Shannon closed his presentation with a gripping story that went like this—An old chief was confronted by a young man who brought a bird in his hand, who had connived with his friend that they would make what the old chief said be false. For if he said that life was in his hand he would squeeze the bird and kill it, and if the chief said the hand held death, he would open it to show a live bird. The old chief was wiser than the boys. He saw the feathers of the bird, so his answer was—“You have life and death”. Dr. Shannon’s final statement, “As leaders you hold the life and death of your group or organization.” Mr. Cortez Perrin, President of the Third District Lay Organization was presented by Bishop Anderson to conduct the discussion on what had been presented by Dean Shannon. Many made statements of having had a leaming experience. Questions were asked such as: If goals are too high what should be done? How does one deal with body language? What is the strategy for the silent one? The Saturday moming session opened with the group divided. The Mission- aries in one group presided over by Mrs. Coeany Drummer, President of the Third District Women’s Missionary Society. The Lay Leaders of the Third ship service was Mrs. Martha C. Grant, president of the Washington Conference Branch Woman’s Missionary Society and a member of Metropolitan A.M.E. Church, Washington, D.C. Following her heartfelt and warm address, as Pastor Reed extended the invitation, 1a young mother presented her child to God and His church. Praise The Lord! This Woman’s Day effort proved once again that Mount Moriah is truly a Gideon’s Army. In the last four years, under the leadership of our pastor, Reverend Rodger Hall Reed, our small membership of just over three hundred believers has been able to do great things for God. Truly we have become a people filled with the power of the Holy Ghost, willing to trust God. This year, in spite of the severe winter and resulting eco- nomic pinch God has blessed us to raise over $95,000.00 Mrs. Emma Pickett, Chairperson of Commission on Public Relations District in another group. Each group discussed “THE EQUIPMENT OF THE SAINTS FOR THE WORK OF THE MINISTRY” in relationship to the constituents of their group. Bishop Anderson was reactor with the Laymen and Mrs. _ Vivienne Anderson was reactor with the Missionaries. Some of Mrs. Ander- son’s reaction: She found that some had hang-ups about the word LEADER. Leaders must follow their superiors also. There are good and bad leaders then there are personality conflicts. The rationale of the leader—the leader is doing God’s work in God’s plan. Not knowing our specific roles, each may be doing his own thing with no cohesiveness. Leaders must leam to say no in the spirit of love. How} much are you willing to sacrifice in time and money as a leader. Leaders have had to read to grow. Keep grow- ing so that you can help others grow. In the evaluation some eXxpresslohy and suggestions were given for next year’s retreat. Sunday moming at 10:00 o'clock the retreat closed with Holy Communion, This was truly a moving experience. Twelve were seated at each table like Jesus with his Dis- ciples at the last supper. It was very effective. The visit of the Holy Spirit was evident. Everyone left felling that changes in their lives had been made by this christian experience. Mabel Little, Reporter less PAGE SEVEN Solar-Powered Electric Village to Serve Papago Indians National Aeronautics and Space Administration Washington, D.C. 20546 AC 202 755-8370 The first step toward construc- tion of a totally solar electric village power system was taken recently. Representatives of the Papago Tribe of Arizona, the U.S. Health Service and NASA’s Lewis Research Center, Cleveland, Ohio, announced the signing of a Memo- random of Understanding to pro- vide the Papgo Indian Village of Schuchuli, Ariz., with electric pow- er from the Sun by September 1978. “DOE’s program,” Mr. Paul Maycock, Acting Director of Photo- voltaics, Department of Energy, said, “is aimed at developing solar cell power systems which can provide a significant amount of the nation’s energy requirements |by the year 2000. The Schuchuli project is one of several which we hope will stimulate new near-term markets for solar cell power through cooperative cost-shared ex- periments with potential users.” People of Schuchuli presently rely on kerosene lamps for lighting. Laundry is washed by hand or taken 32 kilometers (20 miles) to the nearest commercial facility. Perishable foods and medicines cannot be stored. Water for domes- tic use and stock use is pumped by diesel engine which, because of cost of maintenance and fuel, is a drain — on the financial resources of the people. Introduction of solar electric power will change all this. Dr. Rosenblum noted that the application of solar electric tech- nology in the Arizona desert has worldwide implications. ‘‘There are more than three million villages without electrical power in the world today, mainly in the developed countries,” Dr. Rosenblum said. “The success of our experiments at Schuchuli is bound to influence the direction taken by developing countries to satisfy pressing energy needs of their large rural populations.” Because of potential benefits of solar electric power to people living in places remote from utility power, this project is receiving assistance from other concerned government agencies. The Four Comers Regional Commission has provided a grant of money to the Papago Tribe to defray costs of the domestic services building at Schuchuli. The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of Interior, is providing help in expediting contracts. Located approximately 32 km (20 mi.) southeast of Ajo, Aniz., Schuchuli is situated midst the Gunsight Hills within the western edge of the three-million acre Papago Indian Reservation. GNeo ===== DSC04793.JPG ===== PAGE EIGHT SCHEDULE OF ANNUAL CONFERENCES 2nd Episcopal District The Rt. Rev, H. W. Murph, Presiding Bishop RETREAT Second Episcopal District Retreat July 31-August 4 Lake Junaluska Assembly, Lake Junalsuka, N.C. 28745 1978 SCHEDULE OF ANNUAL CONFERENCES AND MISSIONARY CONVENTIONS FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT The Rt. Rev. Hubert N. Robinson 7220N. Illinois St. 317:253-6571 Indianapolis, In. 46260 Chicago Area Office: 312:326-2126 Note: Missionary Conventions meet Monday, Tuesday of each. Close by 9 a.m. Wed. Indiana Conference August 16-20, 1978 St. Luke AME Church E. Chicago, Ind. 46312 3543 Block Ave, 219: 398-0180 Pastor, D. R. Bendenbaugh 219:397-3930 3918 Grace St. E. Chicago, In. WMS. August 14, 15th Host P. E., Henderson Davis 317:546-9654 Assoc. P. E., Wm. S. Nelson Illinois Conference August 23-27, 1978 St. Paul AMEC Springfield, Ill. 62703 1116 S. 16th St. 217:522-4796 Pastor, M. D. Reed 217:523-2083 Host P. E., Rev. W. Walters, II 618:556-6277 Assoc. P. E., Rev. R. D. Smith Canadian Conference August 29—September 3, 1978 Campbell AMEC Chatham, Ontario King St. E. at Prince St. So. Pastor, George Burns 519:352-3309 Host P. E., Lloyd O. Jenkins 416:781-3750 REST WEEK-Sept. 4-10, 1978 Michigan Conference September 13-17, 1978 Quinn AMEC Flint, Mich. 48503 2110 Lippincott St. 313:238-5636 Pastor, F. D. Smith 313:239-6857 2001 McPhail, Flint 48503 Host P. E., Martin Simmons 313:861-1345 Assoc. P. E., J. Allen Parker Chicago Conference September 20-24, 1978 St. Mark AMEC Milwaukee, Wis. 53209 1616 W. Atkinson Ave. 414:562-8030 Pastor, Lovell Johnson 414:264-1682 Host P. E., C. W. Ellison 612:823-3778 Assoc. P. E., E. A. Hawkins Paul Turner Year's Planning Meeting October 5, 6, 1978 Allen Temple AMEC Detroit, Mich. 4101 Helen St. 313:921-8778 Pastor, A. R. Polk 313:922-7492 P.E., J. A. Parker Fri. 6 p.m, All Trustees, Committees Sat. 94 p.m. Plenary Sessions 13th Episcopal District Annual Conf. Schedule HOWARD THOMAS PRIMM Bishop Mrs. Mildred Elaine Primm, Supervisor Women’s Missionary Society EPISCOPAL RESIDENCE 1002 Kirkwood Avenue Nashville, Tennessee 37204 615: 383-8356 OFFICE 500 Eighth Avenue S.—Suite 215 Nashville, Tennessee 37203 615: 242-6814 KENTUCKY July 6-9 St. Peter AM.E. Church Harrodsburg, Ky. Rev. E. F. Hale, Host Pastor 734-9634 Rev. S. O. Ross, Presiding Elder WEST KENTUCKY July 13-16 Taylor Chapel A.M.E. Church Bowling Green, Ky. Rev. P. D. Alexander, Host Pastor 314 East 7th St. 842-3891 Rev. H. L. Parks, Presiding Elder EAST TENNESSEE July 27-30 Bethel A.M.E. Church Chattanooga, Tennessee Rev. Louis Adkins, Host Pastor 2004 Walker Avenue Rey. A. C. Griffin, Presiding Elder TENNESSEE August 10-13 St. Luke A.M.E. Church Rev. S. M. Davis, Host Pastor 901 40th Ave. North Nashville, Tenn. 37209 Rev. W. F. Scruggs, Host Presiding Elder WEST TENNESSEE August 17-20 St. Andrew A.M.E. Church Rev. Elmer M. Martin, Host Pastor 1292 Worthington Memphis, Tenn. 38114 276-2226 Rev. J.C. Miller, Presiding Elder ps ij i . One PARe MH Hh AM.E, CHRISTIAN RECORDER MONDAY, JULY 3, 197 I AY, JULY 3, 8 16th Episcopal District | 274 Dedication of Mt Olivet AME Pp p . Chureh at 4:00 p.m, on July 27, Annual Conf, Schedule | 197s) The Church needs today: More tithes and fewer drives: More action and less faction; More workers and fewer shirkers: More backers and fewer slackers; More praying and less straying; More burdenbearers and fewer talebearers, HAITI ANNUAL CONFERENCE August 10-13, 1978 Jean Hurst AME Church AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sixteenth Episcopal District Gressier The Rev. Philip Van Putten, Host Pastor & Presiding Elder Tel: 40204 SL He Bore The Cross Caribbean—South America London Areas Dedication of Jean Hurst Church Sunday, August 13, 1978 at 3 p.m, ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULI Frederick Hilborn Talbot Chief Pastor DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ANNUAL CONFERENCE VIRGIN ISLANDS ANNUAL August 16-18, 1978 CONFERENCE Green Memorial Chapel AME June 29-July 2, 1978 Church St. Luke’s AME Church La Romana Grove Place The Rey. I. M. Norman, St Cro Host Presiding Elder The Rev. David S. Williams, The Rev, Cornelius Lawrence, Host Presiding Elder Host Pastor Tel: 809:773-1669 Calle Dr. Leofilo Hernandez The Rey. Hoover V. Adams-Gordon | L@ Romana Host Pastor Tel: 809:772-0309 Laying of Coernerstone at Green Chapel—August 17 at 12 noon, For Us All _ a: WINDWARD ISLANDS ANNUAL CONFERENCE July 8-12, 1978 New Bethesda AME Church Montrose, Chaguanas Trinidad and Tobago LONDON ANNUAL CONFERENCE August 25-27, 1978 The Rev. Moshe Sephula, Host Presiding Elder & Pastor 43 York Way N. 7 London Tel: Office—01-960-1165 Home—01-485-3050 The Rev. Flemming E. Joseph, Host Presiding Elder Tel: 665-5732 The Rev. Philip E. Thorne, Host Pastor Tel: 665-5845 / it MNT Dedication of new Bethesda AME Church—Sunday July 9, 1978 at 4:00 p.m. SURINAME ANNUAL CONFERENCE July 14-17, 1978 New Bethel AME Church 140 Keizer Street Paramaribo Suriname : The Rev. E. E. Foster, , ee ee Cafe ea 0 are sil recente ovat naps ascmnaon cn ren J prison reform; (nitiate public of racist and political persecution. We are still p programs for the aged: keep Nieuw Nick ere prisoners of conscience despite the parishes—like those pictured above—have become effect meamngful change. involved and demonstrated their concern. The Because when justice is blind, your church can United Church of Christ is continuing its pursuit of generate not just the eyes to see and the ears to GUYANA ANNUAL justice unti| all 10 detendants are free. hear. but the mouths to speak out. This Is a most important form of social action. Doso . inthe name of ~+ CONFERENCE July 19-23, 1978 God knows what you can do Ebanezer AME Church for your onary ee Charles and Howes Streets Charlestown Georgetown The Rev. D. M. Morris, Host Presiding Elder & Pastor Tel: 68025 READ THE NEW CHRISTIAN RECORDER! “READ THE RECORDER WITH REID” Gree Baie tort vou Subscribe For Yourself or For a Friend Village—Tuschen Saturday, July ¥, he: : c * 22, 1978. If your subscription has expired—Renew it please! JAMAICA ANNUAL CONFERENCE July 25-30, 1978 AME Chapel of Christ Our Redeemer 15 Swallowfield Road Kingston Tel: 809:92-92053 The Rev. Roosevelt Whiters, Host Pastor Mt. Olivet AME Church Riversdale St. Catherine NAME ADDRESS —__—————————————— ne ZIP. CITY Ss 2 STALE PASTOR’S NAME CHURCH NAME PRESIDING ELDER ———____________— BISHOP. (One day Session in Rural Missions Ce ae: ae Get 1 full year for $5.00 — Send to Editor JAMAICA ANNUAL CONFERENCE CONTINUED The Rev. Joshua E. Meiklejohn, Host Pastor & Presiding Elder THE A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER 500 Eighth Avenue, South Nashville, Tennessee 37203 (Laying of cornerstone at 12 noon
• May 2, 1977
  ===== DSC04740.JPG ===== > Monday, May 1977 Bishop Hildebrand continued trom page | College page | oe Paul Quinn continued trom pastoral appointment to the im- Genera! Officers (Treasurer) of the partiality of the Bishop of the AME |A-ME. Church Church, the Rt. Rev. Richard Allen| Dr. Manning worked extensively Hildebrand, who is concerned, pri- |in the Fourteenth Episcopal Dis- marily, with ability and divine dis-|trict with Bishop Frank Reid, Jr. cretion in deciding pastoral ap-|While a resident of Liberia in pointments. Rev. Govan believes. 1973-74. He coordinated and con- the impact of the placement pro- ducted workshops in Annual Con- gram will effect an increase in the |ferences in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra number of women receiving pas- Leone, and Liberia, He frequently toral appointments in the future; contributed lectures at the A.M.E. particularly, in the denominations Missionary Schools in Liberia and involved in the parish placement also at Monrovia College Dr. Manning is currently in- volved in a project to promote greater visibility for Paul Quinn in the state of Texas. He is coordinat- ing the showing of a documentary film on AME. Colleges and the a ; work of the A.M.E. Church in the moved all hindering causes out |qeyelopment of higher education this Church and he left me here |s5, Bjack Americans. The film, 4a. = Pareles egioaay showing faculty, students, pro- i ecaa® grams, and A.M.E. campus scenes, Sas albiity. gcentinan con- was filmed and produced by the et in hotel ne ee and of you Gad your wife) and the was televised nationally in 1976. 3 This documentary, which was de- great service that you have given |_. one ie this Church through the years, signed to increase the visibility sags Seay all oad fae oe tiated by Bishop John H. Adams say to you the Church is great, and narrated by Dr. Manning. Serving on several major local but our hearts are still greater.” ; In accepting the award, an ob- Boards, Manning previously taught viously grateful Rev. Williams| biclogy at Bishop College, Langston sald, Spthes- Brown has :so University, the University of Li- forcefully reminded us of the beria and is widely known in high- history of Flipper AME Church. |& education circles for his re I accept this token—this plaque search and expertise in College that you have presented me as a Teaching and Learning Systems. challenge for future and even He is married to the former Jean better service. Although you have | Yvonne Bell of La Marque, Texas. had so many kind words to say Accreditation of Paul Quinn Col- which I feel that I do not de-|lege was recently reaffirmed by the serve, the best I can say is that Southern Association of Colleges I will do all I can to live up to}and Schools. Special recognition that which is expected of me.” |and commendation were extended Immediately following his ac-|to the Social Work, Business ceptance remarks, Pastor Wil- Administration, Biology, and Edu- \ liams had the Stewards stand for |gatidn Departments. Physical Edu- his brief and impressive message |cation, Student Services and _p of rededication: “As those of us{Freshmen Studies__also- received ~~ who have the opportunity to serve {high ratings. The College has an at this time, let us give it our enrollment of 536 students. best so that those who stand here ms program. Flipper Temple continued from page 1 A. M. E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER PAGE THREE a Trustee, Class Leader, Secreta- Honesty, decency, and propriety | courageous men, and dedicated ry of the Official Board, Pres-| are things of the past, and if you| men. I believe that they LOVE the ident of the Laymen's Organiza-| mention accounting to those in| CHURCH OF ALLEN, and they tion ist Vice President of the! authority, they spew you out. Our|know that Divine " providence Women 8 Missionary Society of] moral values have been destroyed | played a major role in their ELEC- the Puget Sound Conference, i3} through this revolution and this}|TION. And that God and the now Chairperson of the Promo-| thinking revolution has destroyed|God and the church is counting on tion and Missionary Education| all truth that is in us. Yes, I see| them for new and greater things and Public Relations Committee,| and hear men and women, some of| Yes, coupled with those that were ped ci pi her second 3-year) them preachers, pastors, and men|already there (ON THE BENCH) «hg Be anal Aah ee of God, who are supposed to be|we will have a new birth of free- Federation of Methodist Women, brenenent. oF FE OOUmaN, sand dom poder Cot Fae ser, Set eae Se eae cs ane on the floor of the Conference and|jacquainted with modern trends, Greater Seattle Council of Geclare that extra-assessments are|They are acquainted with modern Meats Waikinnten Btate legal. They know that they are}business practices, and they know Shae oi Churches, Gcalltion telling | a malicious hyperbole of|that they are dealing with a new a Westen "and Watiainn cod wake the strictest sort, and according to|member today from what they the book I Samuel 15:23: “For|were yesterday. And they know egate to the 13th World Method- ist Conference, Someone said “where there is a need, Ms. Bright has been there or is on her way there.” She is committed to mission and to opening avenues of communi- cation to agencies that will offer a helping hand to the less fortu- nate. WE, Church Women United are “On a journey toward whole- ness”. We want to create a deeper awareness of the effectivenss of this organization and its faith; locally and ecumenically. We are building on a solid foundation of Christian Women, hoping to in- volve more women from more congregations and denominationg. There is a world out there. There are people who need people. On spokeman for the group said, “we want Church Women United to play a major role in that which happens in the Seattle Community, the nation, the world. Maybe we will have to do a little more caring, be a little more daring, do a little more sharing and burden bearing. na Martin is Treasurer. We look forward to the next 2 years with excitement. Gwen Hilton is Vice President, Hazel Charland is Secertary, and Almi- rebellion is as the sin of witch-|that the word “Accountability” is craft, and stubbornness is as iniqui-|not a word to be written off as a ty and idolatry.” Brethren, why |by-word,. rebel against the very laws that} THANK GOD we left Houston, you made? How can you hope to|Texas, on a POSITIVE NOTE. “THE escape God’s judgment by lying? |COUNCIL OF BISHOPS RECOM- (Read Rev. 21:8. “All liars shall] MENDED that, “THE GENERAL have their part in the lake which}CONFERENCE AND THE MIS- burns with fire and brimstone:|SIONARY QUADRENNIUM CON- which is the second death.”) VENTION BE HELD AT THE With the feeling revolution we}SAME TIME AND SAME PLACE, have destroyed meaning with no}Congratulations, The Lord Bless. purpose of human existence. (If no-/ MAKE A FEW MORE POSITIVE body lives but me and my wife, |STEPS. Little John and his wife, us four| Take a good look at our Depart- and no more), the rest of you|ments, some of them could YIELD know where you can go. the church much revnue if we Now revolutions are not new,|would but take control of them but they seldom group as they are}as we should and ought. The time doing today, and particularly in the|has come for us to stop making Church of the Living God, to per-|millionaires out of some at the ex- petrate such evil debauchery.|pense of the rest of us. And shall Never has rebellion been so wide-]we then forever live, at this poor spread as it is today in the church.|dying rate. In every area of the church there] Fathers, THANKS for the LIFT. is rebellion, and if this rebellion]We Only Pray and Wait For More. continues, it is going to bring on| More to come. forced widespread revolution. S. M. (Sam) Davis A few weak leaders in the church| 320 9th Court West are permitting some Subs to take| Birmingham, Alabama 35204 over and control the Districts,|Phone 205-323-2950 which is contrary to all previous rules. Not even in the time of the] Soldiers Chapel AME - Church Holds Successful prophets did it successfully hap- pen. Read Isa. 14 and Ezek. 28. Quarterly Conference Hamburg, Ar—On March 13, ‘Lucifer—the bright and morning star, full of beauty and wisdom until iniquity was found in him. He created rules for Almighty God, (the Devil given rule over certain beings by God). But he lifted up An Age of Rebellion : ing Elder of the Crosett DiDstrict held his Second Quarterly Con- in future generations will know ference with the Soldiers Chapel his heart in pride and said, “I will 1977 Rev. M. A. Brunson, Presid- — that we have been here. . . I want to leave something for Flipper Temple. . . I know what your dedication is and I know what it has been.” He continued, “As long as you and I can work and keep the pur- pose that you and I know what God wants it to be, we will be doing what the motto of this church says: Building A Church Big Enough for God — even if the walls are dismantled and the bricks are torn down. Flipper Temple will pick up the pieces and go on.” In concluding he said, “As has been said by Brother Cleveland, we must try to extend this church beyond these walls .. . that is what God wants you and me to do—to which you and I are dedi- cated I know this is a Stewards’ rededication, but every- body in here needs to be dedicated to this service.” Finances raised for his event totaled $1.431.60, topping last year’s receipts. The entire effort was directed by Messrs. Olin Win- frey and J. L. Roberts, Vice-Chair- AME Elected Prexy Of CWV of Seattle BRIGHT to head Seattle Church Women United Ms. Jeraldine Bright. president of the Women’s Missionary Socie-|_ : ty at First A.M.E. Church was elected president of Seat tle Church Women United. Ms. Bright is well known throughout the northwest and the church community as well as the General African Methodist Episcopal Church. In the community of Se- attle she has served on the Audit- ing Committee of the of the East Cherry YWCA, Vice President of Women in Unity, Girl Scout Leader, Board of the Washington State Children’s Home Society, member of the Co- ordinating Committee of the Peo- ple Power TV Forum, Secretary of the Parent Teacher Organiza- tion of Dearborn Elementary School and Volunteer Coordina- tor Columnist for the Portland Observer Seattle Chairman for mien -of Steward’ Boards I and Tl, United Way where she received and it is generally agreed that they did an excellent job. OUR CHURCH ... THE HEART ¢ oF | OUR COMMUNITY _| t the P.A.T. Award for 1973 is on the State Nominating Committee for the IWY (decade) Confer- ence and the Outreach Commit- tee, is a member of Chinook Chapter of the American Busi- ess Women’s Association. She and her husband Milton own and in operate a small business |Southeast Seattle and are mem- Ibers of the Southeast ‘Chamber of Commerce, have a 13 lyear old son who attends St. Ed- ‘wards School In her local church and con- ference, Ms. Bright has served as Local NAACP. Board of Management DR. S. M. DAVIS bellion, the present genezation of revolution is symbolized with a clenched FIST raised towards hea- ven against Almighty God. Not only is .this true in the world, but it is also true in the church of Jesus Christ. And Brethren, God is not pleased with such action, for he declared that: “Stubbornness is as idcelatry, or bowing down to worship some idol.” The present revolution that is sweeping our church today is first of all a moral revolution, which has a tendency to destroy values. lution. It is a turning away from the truth; they have no absolutes in thinking—no good, no evil, no black, no white, no heaven, no hell, no God, no Satan. Thirdly, it is a the Church exists only for a few, and as for the thousands of others, proportion as their status if you are not a big liar, a stealthy crosier, or a notorious criminal, you are repudiated by the rebels. _Jexalt my throne above the stars of /|God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, Devil had the choice of doing the will of God or revolting against belled against God. He turned the people away from God to himself, We are living in an age of re And secondly, it is a thinking revo- feeling revolution. It has reached out for substitutes, declaring that the Church loses its meaning in de- creases. We have destroyed values through the moral revolution, and TOWER OF BABEL. Yes, most of most of them, are pretty decent A.M.E. Church, Rev. Allen Mack, pastor. Success is measured in many ways; but the success of this quarter was in the fact that the pastor, Rev. Allen Mack, re- ported thirteen persons ready for acceptance as full members. There was also great monetary success. But this istypical of the Greater Crossett District. But the greatest success was in the wonderful fellowship. Begin- ning with the message Sunday morning. From Matthew 12:29 Rev. Brunson talked about, Jesus Christ the strong deliverer. In his message. Rev. Brunson said that the forces of evil will some- times subdue. even the best of us. But we must submit our- selves to the will of God, for He is a strong deliverer. A very dy- namic soul-stirring message it was. This dynasty of African Meth- odism continued into the evening in the quarterly conference union with Rev. T. V. Simpson, pastor of Gates Chapel A.M.E. Church, Crossett, Arkansas, bringing the message. Rev. Simpson preaching from Luke 8:39 and delivered a highly spiritual message. The center of the message was fixed aroun “the man that Jesus made over.” The Cfrodssett District led by a lovable presiding elder has be- come a powerhouse in this great A.M.E, Church. But-it is no” won der, as we ‘are a part of the Great Twelfth: Episcopal District, led by one of the great Bishops of the church, the Rt. Rev. F. C. James, our beloved ishop. May God ever bless-him and all the leaders of this great church of ours. George S. Tucker, Reporter etc.” The God, but as is his nature, he re- and the Gogs and the Magogs were all organized against God. Beware you weak leaders, who permit these District Lucifers to rule your Districts, when you know anything they do will have the Districts organized against you, and you will find the Gogs and the Magogs arrayed against you. (You are the Bishop, and you had better be, or someone else will be for you.) It is purported in our church today, that a few men or people tell the Bishops what they must do in the District, who he must kill, and who he can let remain alive. And the reason is: Because the FEW ELECT THEM WITH THE CHURCH’S MONEY: They buy OFF THE ELECTION COM- MITTEE, and whether they are elected or not, Whosoever THEY tell the COMMITTEE to READ IN, THAT IS WHO. IS READ IN. THANK GOD, there remains ONE RAY OF HOPE, and that is SATAN, the Devil; deceived him~- self in his selection of THOSE that were ELECTED in Dallas and At- lanta. (That is, if he was in on THEIR SELECTION) and if he was, I believe that GOD CONFOUNDED his THINKING, just as he did the tongues of the people of ancient times in the building of the the them are young men; but, I think that some of them, and I might say men; men of integrity, daring men, ===== DSC04741.JPG ===== PAGE FOUR A . M. E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER Monday, May 2, 1977 OFFICIAL ORGAN OF AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sere toon 1 AY GPA G-:E READ THE Recorder WITH REID Editorial Staff Ree REIDSIR: REV. R_H. REID, JR., Editor Dr. J. W. Yancy. Il, The Roving Editor; Rev. T. E. Cobbs, Religious Literature Editor, Mr. E. P. Wallace, Laymen’s Editor; Mr. H. L. Felix, Special Editor, Dr. Jimmie James, Jr. Music Editor; Rev. Miss Nurjahn Govan, Women Min- istries Editor; Rev. Chappelle-Davis, Social Action Editor; Rey. Frank Waters, Jr, Public Relations Editor; Mrs. Thelma A. Wills, Contributing Editor, Dr Jamye Coleman Wulhiams, College-University Editor; Mrs) WUhelmina Lawrence, Youth Missions Editor; Mrs. Ruth Hill Jones, Consulting Editor. Woman: God's Afierthought According to the Book of Genesis in Chapter One, the world and creation are God’s original thought and man is God’s supreme thought. In the second chapter of Genesis (con- sidered by some to be the second report of the Creation), verse 18, it is recorded, “. . . the Lord God said, ‘It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him.’” This is where the conclusion is drawn that woman is God’s FINAL THOUGHT. As one re-reads the first chapter of Genesis, he might first say that God did not think the world into existence; He spoke it into being. (Genesis, Chapter One, verses 4, 6, 9, 11, 14, 20, 24 and 26.) Let me be quick to challenge you to accept the fact that’ asspoken word is a thought expressed. A thought in the mind is an idea; a thought on paper is called a plan; and a thought in existence is fulfillment and reality. The poet philosopher said, “God sat down and thought and thought, and then said, ‘I believe I will make me a world.’” God expressed His thought and said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. God looked at His thought and saw that it was good, and God called this thought DAY. He thought again and expressed His thought. God called this thought HEAVEN. His next thought He called EARTH; the next He called SEAS. ‘Trees, flowers, rivers and mountains are thoughts of God. The sun, moon and stars are God’s thoughts. The fishes in the waters are God’s thoughts; the fowl of the air, the fox and the rabbit, the animal of the pen and of the forest are God’s thoughts. The beast of the jungle—all living things— are God’s thoughts. Then, after the thought process that birthed the world of things full of idle beauty, with form and order, God’s supreme thought introduced humanity. Man is God’s supreme thought, functional and capable of partner- ship with his Creator. Man has dug down deep into the bowels of the earth to investigate God’s thoughts. Silver, gold, diamonds, rubies, oil, coal and uranium are all thoughts of God. This generation. of space-probers is nothing more or less than man wanting to know what else God thought. In examination of God’s final thought, WOMAN, we quick- ly conclude that man was incomplete without the woman. ‘To follow this line of reasoning, we must also conclude that the universe and creation were, also, incomplete without woman, Some strongly feel that woman is the total embodi- ment of what God was thinking when, in His first thought, He brought into being the world of things. God’s final thought is happy in girlhood; content in wife hood; and glorified in motherhood. Procreation by her is like God in the recreation processes. God’s final thought is glad that she is a woman and does not want to be a man. She does not have a gripe about her place in the Creation Plan, but is more concerned about her role in the total scheme of things, not only to be complete, but to make all else com- plete and beautiful. Woman is capable of molding the nature of her young and of being the strength in each one of them. Measure her by the mountain and she exceeds the glory and towering strength they symbolize. Measure her by the wisdom of the centuries and she remains full and her reservoir can yet supply an- other nation. continued on page 7 Across The Desk From The Desk of H. A. Belin, Jr. The African Methodist Church Publisher, 414 Eighth Avenue, South, Nashville, Tennessee THE KENNEDY, KING ASSASSINATIONS — INVESTIGATION OFF-AND-ON IN CONGRESS Will there be, or will there not be, a congressional investigation of the assassinations of John F. Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.? The select committee on assas- sinations was established last fall by the House of Representatives to make a “fresh” study of the assas- sinations of President Kennedy and Dr. King. Despite a seemingly endless se- nies of investigations, rumors, dark suspicions and public doubts persist about who actually shot President Kennedy and Dr. King. A poll has shown that 80% of the American people believe that both assassinations were conspira- cies—some think the Mafia, the CIA, Cubans or other communists killed President Kennedy. But the investigation, to a large extent, has been bogged down in (1) debate on the costs of an ex- tended probe, and (2) on whose to have the say about the leadership of the investigation, an action that could cost taxpayer millions of dol- lars on top of what has already been spent looking into this matter by the Warren Commission and other Federal Investigatory bodies. The committe got off to what now appears to have been a false start by hiring 30 attorneys, SO in- vestigators, 40 to 50 researchers, se- curity men, assorted administrators and 30 or so secretaries. It was reportedly gearing up to costs about $6.5 million a year, and have a life expectancy of at least two years and at most, actu- ally go on and on. Richard A. Sprague, 51, a tough-minded former district attor- ney from Philadelphia, was rec- ommended as the $39,600-a-year chief counsel of the investigation. But, right here, action came a screeching halt when Sprague and Rep. Henry Gonzales, D-Texas, committee chariman, begin to dif- Gonzales offered his resigna- tion. It was at first rejected by the committee members. By now, new developments were popping up and it looked like the committee had no alternative but to investigate! ~ ,, Gonzales resignation was ac- cepted, placing in the chairman’s seat, Rep. Louis Stokes, D.-Ohio, a black politician with both the will and the know-how to make the sub- committee tick. ‘Meanwhile, Sprague was having “his day.” He first asked a budget of $1 million. This jumped to $5 million. Then finally, Sprague pro- posed a $6.5 million budget. . .to cover salaries for his staff of 170, the lease or purchase of polygraph machines and copiers and the crea- tion of a computerized cross-re- ference system for the thousands of documents the staff, presumably, will sift through. But, atas, Sprague, too, left the committee by way of resignation. At this writing, though, chair- man Stokes, with the help of anew head counsel and legan staff, has begun an investigation. . . There has been nothing con- clusively new emerging from the probe to this date. . . . . .We read old names like Lee Oswald, Jack Ruby. . and James Earl Ray... . . .But, if Stokes’ committee digs deep enough, it might come up with new names and new evidence relative to the assassinations of Pre- sident Kennedy and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There are those who profound- ly hope for the truth to be reveal- ed in these matter. . . . . And, of course, there are the cynical who continually play-up the dismal while ignoring the spiri- tual strength both Pre. Kennedy and Dr. King brought to Ameri- cans! Here’s a new report the day fer strongly on how the business of'after the ninth anniversary of Dr. the select committee was to be con King’s murder was celebrated in ducted... Sprague stood his ground! “If Memphis. How would you rate the tone we are going to do this at all, we've of the report, dismal or showing got to do it right,” he said. spiritual strength? Memphis (UPI) —The march and the songs were the same, but the spirit that marked the civil rights movement of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. appeared to be missing. Only 800 of a hoped-for 5,000 marchers braved a drizzling rain Monday to walk the downtown streets in a mile-long memorial ser- vice marking the ninth anniversary of King’s assassination on April 4, 1968. The marchers, carrying umbrel= las, joked and laughed as they walk- ed 2% blocks to the Lorraine Motel where the Nobel Peace Prize winner was killed by a sniper’s bullet. Many marchers had to hum along because they had forgotten words to such civil rights songs as We Shall Overcome. A group representing the New York City Hospital Employes led the marchers and Hubert Carpenter, one of the members, said the group flew down just for the march. “We came down to keep the memory alive,” Carpenter said. “Martin Luther King will always be alive if there is something for work- ing people to work for.” The predominantly — black crowd clustered around a trashlit- tered swimming pool with bowed heads as a minister stood on the motel balcony where King died to eulogize him. Asking marchers to remember the “tone who lived, worked and then died on this spot,” the min- ister promised, “We will continue to hold his dream.” Speeches by labor and civil rights leaders such as Jerry Wurf, president of the American Federa- tion of State, County and Munici- pal Employes, and Ben Hooks, in- coming director of the NAACP, drew the crowd inside City Audi- torium where King’s dreams were relived in rhetoric. “You might have killed a dreamer, but you can’t kill the dream,’ Hooks said. ‘Tell it to the children that Martin Luther King died so we would have a right to live.” ===== DSC04742.JPG ===== Monday, May 2, 19777 13th District Mid-Year Convocation A Crowning Success by Rev. C. E. Jenkins, Sr., Director Public Relations 13th District Bishop and Mrs. Howard Thomas Primm Chattanooga, Tenn. — The 13th Episcopal District Mid-Year Con- vocation was held at the New Tyler AME Church, Memphis, Ten- nessee, March 23-24, 1977 with Bishop Howard Thomas Primm, Presiding Bishop; Mrs. Mildred Elaine Primm, Episcopal Super- visor; Rev. J. C. Miller, Host Pre- siding Elder; Rev. H. Ralph Jack- son, Associate Presiding Elder and Rev. Clement W. Fugh, Host Pastor Bishop & Mrs. Howard Thomas Primm Welcomed at St. Andrews Dr. E, M. Martin, Hest Pastor Bishop and Mrs. Primm were of- ficially welcomed to “The Blessed 13th Episcopal District’ at St. Andrews, Memphis, Tenn. Dr. E. M. Martin was host. The following persons appeared on the program with Rev. George White presiding: Revs. A. C. Griffin, J. P. Ashworth III, W. W. Reid. W. F. Scruggs, H. M. Greene and Mrs. Leona Jameson. Bishop Primm had this to say in his remarks: “I stand with many thoughts, I think of a man who said, ‘I never had a chance.’ You have given me the chance to bring out of you all of your potentials. If we are thinking about what the Bishop will do we have failed. We are waiting for you to give God a chance for the ‘outreach is un- limited—Christ is the answer.’ There are still possibilities if you give God a chance. God is waiting to ring the bell of chance in your life. You are expecting me to be- come a channel through which God will bless you. I will give God a chance in Evangelism, Christian Stewardship and Christian Educa- tion. Somebody else will pick up ‘the Book of Acts’ the acts of Primm and the acts of you.’” Box Office Attraction “Box Office Attraction” is the great force in the career of any person who lives upon the stage or screen and the way the public responds to their arts spells either Failure or Success to their per- formance. If the “Box Office” falls then the artist knows that “the end is near,” the popularity is waning, and eventually, the spon- sor will not renew the contract of the. performer. “Box Office Attrac- tion” is a scary feature But let the word go out, from the mountains of East Kentucky and Tennessee, the blue grass of } Kentucky and the plains of middle and West Tennessee and to African Methodism we had a sellout . . not one seat was vacant As the future is being reshaped in the Blessed 13th Episcopal Dis- trict to the extent that the ministry and laity are exclaiming. “We never saw it on this fashion ever before.” A. M. E. CHRISTIAN RECOR Mrs. Mildred Elaine Leads As Episcopal Supervisor—Appoints New Episcopal President The women (Missionaries and Minister’s Wives) were not to be left out. Mrs. Primm led the women, with Mrs. Sarah Garrett, in raising $7.695.00, which was re- ported by the same, This js team- work and we doff our hat to such motivation and leadership at a time like this. Bishop and Mrs. Primm appointed Mrs. Vera Matthews to succeed Mrs. Sarah Garrett as President of the 13th District Missionaries. Mrs. Garrett steps down because of positive law of the church. She served well her eight years as president Bishop E. L. Hickman Preached a gai — ~ 4a ° Episcopal Residence Paid in Full f The record showed an indebted- ness of $10.417.70 on the Eniscopal Residence in Nashville, Tenn. In this Mid-Year Convocation, some $20.606 23 was raised and Bishop Primm ordered the District to as- semble at 1002 Kirkwood Avenue, Nashville, March 30 at 12 Noon, to pay the mortgage off in full. For the first time since God said. “Let there be light and there was light,” the 13th District owns an Episcopal residence (Story to be released later.) BISHOP E. L. HICKMAN Bishop E. L. Hickman, 75th Bishop of the Church and a son of the 13th Episcopal District, de- livered the opening sermon and electrified the Convocation with spirit and insight as he set the tone for the meeting, speaking from the subject, “The Inspiration of Faith.” Text: I] Cor. 4:13 The Convocation was in spiritual rapture as Heaven came down and glory filled our souls Special Tribute to Bishop Hickman Bishop John Adams Present Bishop Primm set the stage fo a special tribute to Bishop Hick- man, friend, colleague, and son of the soul. The following persons| appeared on the program: Revs J. P. Ashworth III, S. J. Holly, C. E Jenkins, Sr., Howard Clark, Edgar Mack, E. M. Alcorn, J. C. Miller, J. T. Broadnax, Eugene Russell, H. L. Parks, Jr., and Mr. William Jones, with music by the New Tyler Choir. A reception followed in the lower auditorium of the church Convocation Seminar Dr. G. H. J. Thibodeaux, Director of Evangelism and Worship of the AME Church was in charge of Evangelism and Dr. Ezra Johnson, Director of Minimum Salary Dept., was in charge of Stewardship. Dr. Hickey, Dean of Payne Theoiogical Seminary, presided BISHOP JOHN ADAMS Bishop John Adams, Preside the Council of Bishops and Presid- ing Bishop of 10th Episconval Dis- trict, was present because of his esteem and respect for Bishop Primm. He stated he had to be present because of the welcomin of Bishop and Mrs. Primm and the special tribute to Bishop Hickma As usual and as expected, Bishop Adams did his thing and electri- fied and inspired the convoc with his presence and remarks, Bishop Primm A Computerized Bishop—District Business in One and One-Half Hours Bishop Primm took just one and a half hours to collect and conduct the district’s business. First half reports indicated there was $133,- 15.69 in finances collected. Bishop Primm stated: “You can’t demand staying on the bottom.” The 13th istrict rose to new heights to overpay its budget some $4,000.00; $2,000.00 at the Annual Conference Series; $2,000.00 in the Mid-Year Convocation Bishop Primm Gives July 1976-March 1977—8 Months L to R: Mrs. Primm, Mrs. Garrett, Bishop Primm, Mrs. Matthews. DER Outgoing President { p | teed MRS. SARAH GARRETT New President SUMMARY Churches Erected 3 Churches Built a Churches Visited 27 Conversions 809. Accessions 1,204 Adults Baptized 170) Children Baptized Raised Local Church $3,586,221.80 General Budget $169,054.35 Retirement Fund $43,221.13 “Subscriptions 3,685 There is a spiritual song and th lyrics read, “Let the work that I have done speak for me.” Certainly this can be said of Bishop and Mrs. Primm. The sunlight of a new day is dawning in the Blessed 13th as we “shape the future in church development and church growth.” Bishop Primm has men who will follow wherever he leads “Where he leads me I will follow. /|Pl) go with him, with him, all the mg iway.” St John Observes Women’s Day continued from page Wayne United Methodist Church; “Gomer,” Ms. Charline Fulton, St, Mary's Episcopal Church, Wayne; “Elizabeth,” Sister Eddie Lee Jones, Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, Devon (Berwyn); ‘‘Mary, Mother of Jesus,” Sister Elsie Fuller, Second 5 nt of| Baptist Church, Wayne; “Mary of Magdala,” Ms. Ruth Trainor, St. Katharine of Siena, and “Mary and Martha,” Ms. Jeanne Comegys, Cen- tral Baptist Church, Wayne. As soloist Joyce A. Moore, g Women’s Day Treasurer, sang “He Touched Me,” the speakers took n.|their candles and lighted those held by the audience. With the sanctuary bathed in candlelight ation|and the illuminated cross, the Rev. J. Williams extended the invitation to join the community of Christian Stewardship |delievers, All present extinguished heir candles as the soloist con- inued to sing. PAGE FIVE Plates for the financial worship were held by Sister Alice Gettys, Second Baptist Church, Sister Lillie McGill, St. John’s. Sister Gwendo- lyn Canzater, St. John’s acknowl- edged the presence of guests and remarks were made by Rev. Wil- lard McLendon, pastor and Sister Juanita Callahan, Sister Pearl Anderson aroused the spirits of those present with her rendition of “Just to Behold His Face.” The closing hymn of fellowship was appropriately “What a Fellow- ship,” at which time the congrega- tion joined hands and repeated the Mizpah. God had truly blessed St. John’s on this day. Respectfully submitted, Jeane B. Williams 251 Highland Avenue Wayne, Pa. 19087 The Role of the Black Mother In Our Society A TRIBUTE TO MOM By NORMA B. JONES All mothers play many roles dur- ing the process of bearing and rearing children, but the roles played by the black mother have been invaluable to the survival of the black race. There has always been something unique, courage- ous, and challenging about them. During the slavery period, they (black mothers) withstood trials and tribulations and often, en- countered many hardships. Not only did they care for their own children, but they also had the responsibility of rearing the chil- dren of the white slave owner. They were wives to their black husbands, and all too often, the abused sex object of the slave masters. their children good manners, re- spect, and above all, encouraged them to get an education. Today, the black mother has to play the role of both mother and father in many homes. While I do not minimize the role of the father, I must pay special homage to the black mother for the sup- porting role that she plays in keep- ing the family together. This racist society in which we live has not been too kind to our males, and the black mother has had to pro- tect her sons and assist her hus- band in keeping the family struc- ture together. Yes, the plight of the black mother has been fraught with hard- ships, labor, pain and suffering. But, these plights have been some- what diminished by prayers. She did regret her situation but al- ways hoped that through hér chil- dren, she could realize the dreams that never came true for her. The black mother continues to encourage her children; she con- tinues to give them advice that will help them to strive forawrd in life. The following excerpts from two poems by Langston Hughes seem to capture the desires of the black mother. (Mother to Son and The Negro Mother.) « So boy, don’t you turn back. Don’t you set down on the steps cause you finds it’s kinder hard. Don’t you fall now — For T’se still goin’, honey . . . I'se still climbin’, And life for me ain't been no crystal stair.’ «Remember my years, heavy with sorrow and make of those years, a torch for tomorrow. Make of my past a road to the light, Out of the darkness, the ignorance, the night. Lift high my banner, out of the dust, Stand like free men, sup- porting my trust. Oh, my dark chil- continued on page 6 ===== DSC04743.JPG ===== PAGE SIX ORDER YOUR FREE BROCHURES Featuring Items &ldeas For Plaques, Trophies Bowls, Write Today R. M. STANFIELD, SR. 262 S. 57th Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19139 215-474-2169 A. M. E. CHRISTIAN Yéuth Speaks of MOTHER A mother is someone special. She is more than just a woman, In my opinion, a woman is a female who has reached maturity accord- ing to the standards of society. In this sense, maturity means the supposed age at which one is no longer a, girl or child. Many peo- ple of the female sex can truth- fully say “I am a woman.” The changes from womanhood to motherhood is more than a series of biological changes. Far too often, a woman would bring a child into the world and become only a wom- an with a child. I thank God for being the son of a mother. In spe- ; cific terms, what is a mother? Use Through YourChurch etc. (1) A mother is a woman who gives her children the key to ope doors of righteousness in order tha Musician’s Corner By: Jimmie James, Jr. Ph. D. Director of Music Pesri St. AME Church and Coordinator’ of Graduate’Program in Music niversity Jackson State U WORKSHOP IDEA CATCHES ON I am grateful to those persons that continue to write concerning comments made in this cciumn. While it is not possible to mention all of the persons that have re- sponded, many have inquired about my availability for render- ing workshops during the near fu- ture. Mrs. Alma Harris of St. Paul AME. Church, St. Louis, MO and Mrs. Della R. Haynes of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Morroe, LA are two of those persons. Scheduling Mini-Workshops. I as- they might know and follow the laws of God. (2) A mother sacrifices several of her interests in order to give her children the best, and least of trouble along life’s highway. (3) A mother disciples her chil- dren appropriately in order that they may see some of the pitfalls of life. When I was very small, I’m sure my mother picked me up physi- cally to solve my problems. Now she picks me up spiritually when I have a problem, Dr. Jimmie James, Jr. Mother, I love you. Written by Latham L. Mills, Jr. Shorter Chapel AME Church Franklin, Tennessee MOTHER “brought up” in our tradition and it would not be necessary to “bor- row” musicians from other denomi- nations. i. Werkshop Reminder. AME mu- ieians from throughout the con- nection are urged to get their applications in for the big A.M.E. Church Music Workshop which will be held in Jackson. MS on July 19-21 at the beautiful Holiday Inn Hotel. The workshop is avail- able for one (1) semester hour of The tuition and fees are: By ARLYNE MURRAY One day while looking through the telescope of time God saw on earth, a mortal soul With attributes sublime, God watched in awesome silence As she cpadled in her arms, A tiny babe of human ficsh, shield- ing it from harin God took note of all she did credit. And smiled up her face RECORDER sure you that I would be happy to $43.50 for graduate credit, $39.00 schedule a workshop in your area for undergraduate credit, and and if we cannot arrange our $15.00 for non-credit. While this schedules to coincide, I will recom- writer will serve as Workshop mend another capable AME musi- Director, Dr. Wendell P. Whalum cian to serve as consultant for the of Morehouse College and Allen workshop. My goal is for the AME Temple A.M.E Church, Atlanta, Church to have at least one work- GA will serve as Guest Consultant. shop on each Presiding Elder’s Other consultants will be an- District during the conference nounced at a later date year. All interested AME musi- Mass Choir Presentation. A spe- cians should speak to their Pre- cial 500-voice choir will perform siding Elders and Bishops about on the evening of July 20 at the instituting such a program begin- Jackson Municipal Auditorium. The ning with the next conference choir members will be made up of year. persons from throughout the General Officer Speaks. Rev. An: Eighth Episcopal District and visi- drew White, Executive Secretary tors from other districts. Bishop of the Division of Christian Educa- Frank C Cummings, a “giant” tion, has written some complimen- among music consumers and the tary remarks concerning the AME Richth District Music Steering Church Music Workshop which will Committee are making every ef- be held in Jackson, MS during the fort to fill the 3000-seat auditorium month of July. One interesting with choir members, musicians and idea that he mentions is that in other persons interested in good some future workshops the idea of religious music placing emphasis on class piano Both the A.M. Church Music lessons for young people in our Workshop and the 500-Voice Mass church should be considered. I cer: Choir Concert, will be held in con- tainly concur with his concern junction with the Eighth District about the local church being re- Christian Education Congress. sponsible for piano lessons for children in the congregation. Rev. , Comments. Comments cancern: GR. Haughton, our pastor at ing this column should be mailed Alexandria, LA, has been an advo- a P.O wa er un cate of this idea for a number of 39217 on. ta,),tns mene Recorder, 414 8th Avenue, South, years. eas ee ” By implementing such a | i ee TR. gram, our musicians would be April 24, 1977 ne nel Said God, such tenderness I have not seen within the human race. He saw her when the night drew near As with a soft carress She gently soothed her young one’s fear And laid it down to rest. God saw this noble creature, from whose breast had sprung— Courage, hope and endurance To the old as unto the young. God watched this loving moftal From his vantage point on high Watched her speaking words of kindness To the stranger who passed by, God saw her wipe a tear of sorrow] Mother's Day, let us pause to pay When some thoughtless word or deed Had caused her heart to pain— He saw her smile when you kissed her Like sunshine after the rain God silently observed her, through every phase of life Chastising, when you need it—to set the record right Sometimes defending, yet shielding from all strife God assessed her virtues and to Himself He said: This mortal who gives counsel— Who teaches how to live To her the sweetest name on earth I give This one like whom on earth, there is no other She shall be called MOTHER. Monday, May 2, 1977, African Background by Faraiyi Sigauke Big Power Games We and the Russians really have, of power to the Black majority is the same objectives in Africa. Each} the pressure of guerilla war, and superpower wants to gain influ-| the freedom fighters owe arms and ence for itself, trade advantages,| aid to Russia. We shall not succeed exclusive client states if possible,| in putting our friends into power and perhaps a military base when] in Rhodesia to the exclusion of the needed. The Africans have inter-| guerilla leaders. The freedom ests in trade and aid, but don’t] fighters have fought too long and intend to be anybody’s client.) hard to be deprived of the fruits Rather, they must try to preserve| of their victory. their freedom of action by playing In the short term Russia’s clients one superpower against the other,| will win the wars of liberation in and thereby gaining the advantage] Africa. Over the long run we'll of help from both. It’s a difficult} have to swallow hard and learn to chess game in which African states} cooperate with the governments seem to change sides with bewilder-| who gained freedom by force of ing rapidity, when in fact they] Soviet arms. This is what Andy pursue a difficult balancing act to} Young means when he advocates stay independent. recognition of the Angolan govern- For reasons of trade and invest-] ment and recognizes that Cuban ment the U.S. has always support-| soldiers provide stability there. ed the continuing domination of] The Africans have no interest in whites in southern Africa, although] being Soviet puppets, and are look- our rhetoric spoke otherwise. The}ing to balance their dependence Russians, who have little trade and] with cooperation from the U.S. no investment, were free to sup-} We have a lot going for us in port guerilla wars for the past] Africa. Most Africans in most fifteen years. With liberation move-| countries prefer the U.S. to the ments securely in power in Angola} USSR, although they may criticize and Mozambique and soon to be in} ys and our racialist ways at times. Zimbabwe (Rhodesia), the Russians} We have much more to offer by are riding high. President Podgorny|way of trade and foreign aid than went on a tour of Africa to cash|the Russians, who have been down- in his chips and look to the next/right chintzy with genuine help. moves. The openness of the U.S. system With the crunch clearly apparent, |is more attractive to Africans than the U.S. is back pedalling furiously |the closely controlled Russian so- to disengage from the embrace of ciety. Only mistakes on our part the white regimes. We continue Jand a narrowminded refusal to co- insisting on a peaceful transfer of operate with free Africa will pre- power in Rhodesia as if the gueril-|yent the U.S. from keeping and las did not exist, But we have t|regaining the close relationship reckon the only reason Ian Smith |with Africans we wish. is willing to contemplate transfer | ————— a —— THE ROLE OF — continued from page 5 He Bore The Cross dren, may my dreams and my prayers, impel you forever up the great stairs As we honor our mothers on this special tribute. We thank Thee, O God, for blac mothers and the many efforts they have made to make our lives rich and fulfilling. Their prayers, guid- ance, encouragement and fortitude have been a source of inspiration for every generation. They are truly an institution inherent, neces- sary and indispensible to the black race. Subscribe To The For Us All aan tineteae A.M.E. CHRISTIAN RECORDER