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Home My WebLink AboutSt. Paul's Lutheran Church History Microfilmed hy North Carolina Bepartment of Archives and History Division of Archives and Manusrripts Kaleigh,North Carolina CHURCH HISTORY VOL _ 6 ten UO Oh PAGES eel 10 14 65. RED RATIO 16 1 MRS PAUL FOX SECT RT 7 STATESVILLE ran tea j was a reé a of J qa viacne a aul's ot se it era arcr ;Ns i a \€ne ane cal Ww S = “full and overflowing as forver pastors,former members 2 leadership Op *ike 8 -ynd the current c nererati gatherec t celeorate Gne FL opme™ ‘Ee;3,1840 - church's one hunare and wwenty fifth niversary.t ..ai ns ce aca all es and:the il:Uvu o'clock service,Dr.F.L.Conrad,presidéent-’ emeritis of he Nort h Carolina Synod of the Lutheran i ober 9, irs,Y eC ~Sno a+her ‘’~y =Chure f America,.ather a .:y>vers and David Country ";hws ec ¢a LY ;al si ié¢ve.‘Cc neorouspessaonLionj)rte by ended the congregati e work already accomplisned : i Lents,‘ and urged continued unity of purpose i tL the need of rer,Charles , a growing industrial ic r ' Janielle. P <a z MX avid and ri Li ypen worship p od four confirmands \e -+8,Simeonreceivedito)«Gchurch me shi :Ba ey,, é .,ander M.Cerol Gibson,Donna Miller ¢Larry Leatherwood.ers rece ved by let’er spon cons :i faith were three :}a and heir/he i childrenr.and Mrs.Franklin Sloop anc t r/baptized children,coms churth, ty —ay ’»?‘:hodfr.Elbert Hoover,“r.and “rs.5en lhelm ai.d their pitlitain siaa two sons,nnie a Puddy.n y the gmairx acult i si choir wa built no ck the rep |art »deni deka ; ;Altar flowers were dedicated oO 7)ea r I -;e thirty-34.: Brawley by ‘rs.Browley and “r.and -Sam 6.teoucmeR ip David Lents Jr.Lovely rose azaleas wer lacec ac sid he ,Jotm Spook choir rail and an arrangevent of whice irish was an he piano,these béing provided by friends.In the pine By * ;RSITY and a 1 assenb]a ‘as a p c -,Sy kuxthe pareled @u)l assenbly room “ere w rofusion .oom <FOUNDATION of flowers in ones of white and gold.sessions.N STATES jeal Assistant Other teachers WierSTOWTSa Peal day-nf=*nw and-eled ‘iarpoJOY-aryrd-ried ress Ztz~stAtthe4300oclovkmnivesaryServieetr.fewer st retired i now li‘ing at &chfeld in °regan, elivered,tiie sain address.His was tne longest rv.ce to St. 1916 to 1928,part of this perdod being on a su ly basis,: ther special iests were the Kev.-ilfor PeriVv,~@Ce retary cf the r at mods ie heve. Don E.Hanberry,dean of uhe Centxrs stict;Dr.John oe oykes,presice oi the Sta.esv.lle area ninisier ’ assocition;wir.J.CKOXZ MaxmaAXXx Carner Haprnal ayor of Statesville.All spoke briefly,str«}: inance of a rural churc »mMinistcring in a srecial way to the communéty anid surroundings area . ~e :cxUtnersrecognixedwerers.‘ary 1 Henley whose pfx father wast.ul's FP4 ,Pastor 1340046.0 uinber of for-er pastors from ov 1 s »1 their wizws wives,and forver »sembera.anio 1gir :i of our Gathers"ond there wes srec:usic choir.The Anniversar;ce was t ic rx > for delay«d broadcast ev It 9st »*¢. The cay was fect for eating out.rs woere ig tables coverec in wiite linen were lade X*XAREEX time food of every description.T:su r followed the amiversary p :ad@ ther tise for co rsa' f a reminiscent ature any reca'ling happenines of the days of their childhood. 4 e table wes centered wit ‘ree uS armmiversary cake, A miniturecebyronmiier. and tiny pen- of their @hurch topped the tiered rectancler creation nants bearing the many pastors"names and dates ministry Other cecorutions were May baskets filled with leadership 3,1840 - es and ober 9, and David s Lents, ver,Charles Daniel David and tz,Simeon ander M. ‘esent church, mdation and i.A daya's it Jacob Lentz tkart thirty- t3;David Lents »John Speek of organ- sessions. deal Assistant Other teachers o Oe Country i By IRSITY and K FOUNDATION RN STATES ;fk” *“3 colorful spring flowers. Amons those wum@iux@xxxxcomine froa out of torn for the celebration were:a err -_— Dr.and Mrs.F.L.Conrad,Kure Baakh >ach,: Wme.Rev.J.|ilford Lyerly,lisbury;\.JON tanberryxVe,anc Mrs.Ke.M.Carpenter and dauthber irsHanberry,Landis,N.C.Rev.and (".Prsie¥ber son .uther ecéc rickésberréd ackotxer and kev./ir.sher' other,Mrs.L.V.Fisher,jbadin,hc.Ve S. R.A.Goodman,r.Villiam bulin,Mrs.and Percy Troutman,Mré@.Vance Wagner,all of Troutes Mrs.Carrol unt,Barium rime?;r.°XEXXHendleyandtheJ.H.Hewimtt,Jr.family,wl mwood 3 yce ’ytMr.dohn Lents,PubthtoMiyeiayxytex22endxt eexr2y 2x2. ’Brandon,fla...wr.Paul VeItZ,or.and ors.Von it anc sons,Doug and Andy,Burlington;r. Hoover,Greensboro;vs «herbert Lerts Mr.1 rs.George W.Barkley and grandchildren. and Byrén Horn and Mr.and Mrs.Joe Wagner S.ith rs 4 nCa ?_—?!winsStonmoalems;Lr.Key L.barklev eich;r+?-’” Barkley,Washington D.C. +{f the r ra au torium/ ip toy ape,|c extra cl a sag in Pudi “7 S practically fu leach Ooleadership ‘3,1840 - '—p es and € sober 9,Country,and David s Lents, ver,Charles ? Daniel David and ts,Simeon ander M, ‘esent church, mdation and i.A daya's it Jacob Lentz 54 tkart thirty- 53 David Lents »John Speek !By IRSITY and K FOUNDATIONoforgan- N STATESsssions.oo jeal Assistant Other teachers . r HISTORY OF ST.PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH ON SALISBURY ROAD NEAR STATESVILLE,N.C. St.Paul's Lutheran Church was first assembled as a congregation under the leadership of Rev,Benjamin Arey.He baptized children of St.Paul's as early as May 3,1840 -'e children of Benjamin and Margaret Cline,John and Mary Smithdeal and Charles and Susan Lents.‘But the first election of officers for St.Paul's was on October 9,*=Fountry Ae1840.At that time Henry Lentz and Andrew Rickart were elected as elders,and David Lents and Moses Raymer as deacons. On the first church roll we have the following names:Jacob Lents,Charles Lents, Moses Raymer,Benjamin Cline,David Honeycutt,Henry Lents,Archibald Hoover,Charles Barringer,Jacob Coleman,Andrew Rickart,John Smwithdeal,Dawald Beaver,Daniel Roseman,John Miller,Caleb Lentz,Davault Lentz,Bli Lentz,John Lents,David and kk Levi Klutts,Adam Lents,W.&.Freeland,James Haithcox,Jeremiah Lents,Simeon Lents,Paul Bost,Dayvault Harkey,Abraham Smithdeal,John M.Moyer,Alexander M, Miller,with many of their wives and kindred, The first church building was located about one mile westward from the present church, near the church cemetery.It was a structure forty by sixty feet.Its foundation and framework were hewn from timber by hand.Building operations began in 1841.A daya's labor for a man in those days was counted as fifty cents.lt is noted that Jacob Lentz 54 worked twenty-five and half days on the first church building;Andrew Rickart thirty- five days;Charles Lents eighteen days;Adam Lents twelve and a half days;David Lents twenty and a ahalf days;John Smithdeal fourteen days;and Jacob Rickart,John Speek i By IRSITY and K FOUNDATION and Ephraim Shuford "framed the house in planke," The first Sunday School was organised on May 27,1849.Its first article of organ- RN STATES ization was a requirement for "good order"laid upon all attending its sessions. A.M,Miller was the first Sunday School Superintendent,with John Snithdeal Assistant Superintendent,Thomas J,Barkley,Secretary and teacher of Bible class.Other teachers 4* : ny were Caleb Lentz,Elias J,Lentz, The following have served as 8 Church,Reverendg;Ben Jamin Arey 1640-46;W.H.Pink 1846-47; 7 W.G,Harter Supply in 1852;5,Sherer 1852—55;John Swicegood 1855 56;Paul c Country J.B,Anthony 1847—49;3,N.Hopkins 184,9—52 5Kistler1856—57;w,Gerhardt Supply in 1859;J.A.Linn,Supply in 1860;Gg,Stingley 3861-62;yy,L,Smithdea)1863-65;9g.S.Heilie ang W.Kimbal)@:intervals in 1865; Paul Kistler in 1870;4,H.Fesperman 1871-74;w.R.Ketchie 1875-79;5.>.Anthony 1880-2;H.M,Brown 1882-87;Whitson Kimball]1888~g9;tT.H.Strohecker 1889-90; D.W.Michael 1891-95;George 5s.Diven,Supply in 1895;>S.Brow 1896-994 R.A.Helms 1899-1902;ve.6,Ridenhour 1902-05;R,R.Sowers ZRitta 1906-07; C.R.Plegs 1907-08 ;H.W,Jeffcoat x2ep 1909-12;!.C.Parker 1913-15;¢,S.Norman and J,L,Morgan Supplied in 1915 and 1916;John L.Morgan 19l6=28;p,D.Risinger 1928-30;R.i,Kepley 1930-32;Roscoe B,Fisher,Supply in 1932;P,D,Risinger Supply in 1932-33;0,>,ae 1932_35;*.E.Moose 1935-38;J,L,Thornburg Supply in 1938;w.H.Dutton 1939=4,3 R,M,Carpenter 1943—49.Ww,“+Aull,1950 to date, On August 24,1885,under the leadership of Rev,4,M.Brown,it WAS decided to dismantle the old Church bukldi ng and build a new church at “he present location,The present church lot,Consisting of two &cres,was Gonated by Mr,and Mrs,J,W.Bost,3-54 The following en Were elected to direct the work of building the second church building:John C,Lentz,Sumter Hoover and R.E,Seaver,The new church,which ig the main Suditorium of the present church,was dedicated by Rev.H.My.Brown in 1886, nsored By The Sills and Some of the framing in the first Church was “S@d inthis Present church oie 3BUCK FOUNDATION ITHERN STATES It ig positively known that St.Paul's Lutheran Church has furnished the LutheranchurchsixministersoftheGospel.Their names are as foblows:Severends CeR.C,Lentz,A.W.Lents,D.3,Lentz,iH.Max Lents,J.i.Smithdeal and ‘iH,C,Haithcox,D.p.Rev.H.Max Lentz in his history of Boone County,Kentucky,(ountry states that st.Paul's church MAS proveded the church with seven ministers but wedonotknowthenameoftheseventh, These men proved faithful ministers of the Gospel.Rev.H.Max Lents,after eraduationfronGettysburgCollege,Pa.and Completion of his sSeninary Course,accepted work inKentuckyandlaboredinothermid-western States,at one time “e was Secretary ofCarthageCollege.The body of Rev,Caleb Lente is buried in St,Paults cemetery,Rv.Mr.Smithdea)preached in North Carolina and in South Caro)ind =he is bur:edatAncram,oe was forty-four years of age at the time of his death,TheRev.H.C,Hai theox »D.D.preached in Pennsylvania,Unio and 4ilinois, There is a record of two hundred and twelve (212)infants that were baptized bypastorsofSt,Paul's and an innumerable company of men and women being confirmedmembersofthesame, 93-54 The work of building Sundary Schoo)rooms and improvement of the church auditoriumwasdonein1939-40, neored By NIVERSITY and IBUCK FOUNDATION ITHERN STATES A a |7 ’rn 4 ee rid gr,e77f BRO 'ily ft 7 1 es 2 =s :‘:a Ly @i ve yY »f -, 7 :—i boi=@ |7 Vi L i ;‘ i]@®wher lahyr i ¢UA L vu "JON Yr,is t I t e :;,}Pme,ner pe ':f y,a *{ry to e ©ry Dr. .D ay . ‘="(4 +o ’ix t f ;: 2 .7 >&Yr.Ye \Y he -.i > t Yr >}ce oOAQnveYLY a yur ;t rioc 4 iu eY I ie Tr 7 .an _@?)~hairs ae een a =‘4 5 ..a - @ ?’~ry eir <+f°A)+‘5 eu tole «‘Y°¢j ? 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7? a wee 444"-— ee _AGRICULTURAL -COUNTY SEAT NEARBY 44000 STaTBSVILLE,N.C. 2 eddale 17,901 Statesville Jmily Record, redell county News,Statesvilie,N.C. YOUR NAME Mrs.Lois Barkley Knox Addre Route #7 Secretary of Congregation . en y t the Ce i ¢Put one ay Lf FOREWORD The Church has been the most powerful factor in American Life,Nowhere ?ve has the influence of the Church been more potent or more farreaching than in the a 'villages and small towns of the nation,A large percentage of our population lives in ha these areas,and they also furnish a large percentage of our state and national leader 5 es a ship.The Church on Main Street or at the crossroads draws people from far or near,bey”By ee They listen to the preaching and praying,join in the singing and enjoy the fellowship :of their friends and neighbors.Many of the most cherished experiences of life are associated with these little churches,Their influence is stamped on the lives of the xeople,and their teachings help to form the character of this nation,The Church needs :and deserves the love and support of the people,whether it be ina big city,a small town ora rural village.It is an influence for goc d,a source of strength,a tie that links humanity to God.The mission of the rural church is to make sure that an understandable :Gospel is really carried to all the rural people that there are no bare spots where th seed has not been sown,no classes of people who have been missed or exe uded,Th ‘’;rural church strives also to develop an appreciation for the mysteries of the soil,our basic resource,and to impress upon its membership that Christian stewardship inclu I iA land and men working in harmony with God's laws of nature s¢that the productivity of me the world's soil may be preserved and increased,Reverence for the land is built up bs and there is a realization of partnership with God who provides the chemicals in the soil and sends the sun and the rain so that the earth may bring forth fruit in its season, f ’(i ee oe”* ,&os 4%PROPOSED mie eeeme PUTURE a t ’ ’4 4 z sy as i EJ aBACKPARKINGARREA, \2siaiiiwedS =%”Lak rs ‘oie 2 Sore s >o \} <0 "7 )f 43 5s oe os }yo 3)}d \¢ry 7 4 &ay?a ars iume(‘WEL 9 ise oe ”,>nw ©AViLK ED.of 0. Pe ©So ee 2.'cEzE UILDING AA],y {.EVERGREEN S 7 /rh “8 |J We i iY \»’7 \be 2 O.O CweyeiBer:| o ae aon?9 \.7 FLOWERS ae af pf ‘a ot J \“——al a.a ~~3 ym lp,it RoR Z—_—ff a ce!Z al uz OZ |EJiame PosT ~ ae f h +%O I |m o 'a e .oe e |;hb.° ie lak \x {8 /Sei |o oi <3 w CF?)BIRD /*5 Sins <F Pa cae " ..)PLOT PLAN OF ry?ST.PAVULSS LU THRA N CHURCHaeBTeeik.CAR we eS Se a ecREYneRonen Too ,eT PongCHUeCcr|i \ sien7 a~a© : I. } | a ; Arey served as the first pastor.October 9,1840,th HISTORY OF ST,PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH SALISBURY ROAD,STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA St.Paul's Lutheran Church was organized May 3,1940.Reverend Benjamin »following officers were elected Elders,Henry Lentz and Andrew Rickart;Deacons,David Lentz ind Moses Raymer. The first church building was located about one mile west of the present building near the cemetery,a wooden building forty by sixty feet.The timbers for framing were hand hewn.Work on the building began in 1841.Carpenters at that time worked for fifty cents a day and the greater part of the work,possibly all of it,was done by members of the congregation. The first Sunday School was organized on May 27,1949,and A,M.Miller was, the Superintendent,John Smithdeal,Assistant. The following have served as pastor:of St.Paul:Benjamin Arey,1840-1846; W.H.Fink,1846-1847;J,B.Abthony,1847-1849;B.N.Hopkins,18491852;W.G.H Harter,Supply in 1852;S.Sherer,1852-1855;John Swicegood,1855-1856;Paul Kistler, 1856-1857;W.Gerhardt,Supply in 1859:J.A.Lynn,Su yolv in 1860;G.Stingley,1861 j Kimball at intervals in 1865 1962;dg.ks Smithdeal,1863-1865;J.S.Heilig and W. Paul Kistler in 1870;J.H.Fesperman,1871-1874;W.R.Ketchie,1875-187 ‘JB, Anthony,1880 1882:H.M.Brown,1882 1887;Whitson Kimball,1888 1863;T.Fi. Strohecker,1889-1890;D,W.Michael,1891-1895;George S,Diven,Supply in B.S.Brown,18961899;R.A.Helms,1899-1902;V.C.Ridenhour,1902-1905;R.R. Sowers,1906-1907;C.R.Pless,1907-1908;H.W.Jeffcoat,19091912;T.C,Varker, 1913-1015;C.E.Norman and J.L.Morgan supplied in 1915 and 1916;John L.Morgan, 1916-1928;P.D.Risinger,Supply in 1932-1933;O.G.Swicegood,19321935;P.E Moose,1935-1938;J.L.Thornburg,Supply in 1938:W.H.Dutton,1939-1943;R.M. Carpenter,1943-1949;W.B.Aull,1950 to date, August 24,1885,under the leadership of Rev.H.M.Brown it was decided to dismantle the old church building and build a new church at the present location,The present church lot consisting of two acres was donated by Mr.and Mrs,J.W.Bost. The building committee for the new church consisted of the following men:John C, Lentz,Sumter Hoover,R,E.Beaver,The sills and much of the framing from the old church were used in the new building.The pulpit was made by Emmanuel Beaver, The pastor,H.M.Brown,dedicated the new building in 1886, St.Paul's congregation has furnished six ministers to the church,They are R.C.Lentz,A.W.Lentz,D.S.Lentz,H.Max Lentz,J.L.Smithdeal and H.C., Haithcox,D.D.Rev.H.Max Lentz,in his history of Boon County,Kentucky,states that St.Paul's Church gave seven sons to the ministry of the Church,These men were all faithful ministers of the Gospel.Rev.H.Max Lentz was a graduate of Gettysburg Colleg,Pa.,and served in Kentucky and other mid-western states and was one time secretary of Carthage College.Rev.Caleb Lentz is buried in St.Paul's cemetery, According to the records in the Court House at Statesv lle,Iredell County,N. C.,a tract of land containing five acres and 57 poles was deeded to Andrew Rickart, Henry Lentz,Moses Raymer,«f Iredell County,on the fifth of June 1843,This deed was made by L.Q,Sharpe,Channgo County,Alabama,"Through his lawful agent and attorney,John A.Young,of the County of Iredell,State of North Carol na’.It was made "In trust for the sole use and benefit of the Lutheran Society of the North Carolina Synod,called St.Paul's congregation,The price paid was 'Thirteen dollars and thirty three cents,the receipt of which is hereby ac knowledged,"A deed is also on record for the same piece of land dated April 17,1854.This deed was made by Thomas A.Sharpe through his agent,W,P?.Caldwell,to John Smithdeal,Moses Raymer,and Henry Lentz for the "lutheran Society of the North Carolina Synod,called St,aul's Congregation",The amount paid this time was five dollar: The land upon which the present Church stands was deeded to St,iul's Chureh by Jacob W.Bost and his wife,J.A.Bost,on November 19,1885,containing two mre of land more or le ).deed }recorded at the Court House in Iredell County. Because of the proximity of St.Paul's Church to numerou churehe n nearby towns,it has never boasted a large membership,but ha:tood a i bulwark of faith during the 113 years of its existence,It has furnished many I iders whose influence has been felt not only in the community and in North Carolina,but tn numerous other tates,There is no way to measure the wide yread power for good in making a better community ind a better world that had its beginning in thi mall rural Church,Now, n the midst of a definite expansion program,with greatly enlarged facilities,its mem bership is preparing to meet the challenge of a fast gorwing communit which bring new avenues of service thirty three cents,the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged,"A deed is also on record for the same piece of land dated April 17,1854,This deed was made by Thomas A.Sharpe through his agent,W,P.Caldwell,to John Smithdeal,Moses Raymer,and Henry Lentz for the "lutheran Society of the North Carolina Synod,called St.Paul's Congregation",The amount paid this time was five dollar: The land upon which the present Church stands was deeded to St.Paul's Church by Jacob W.Bost and his wife,J.A.Bost,on November 19,1885,containing two acres of land,more or less,Thi deed is recorded at the Court House in Iredell County. Because of the proximity of St.Paul's Church to numerous churche n nearby towns,it has never boasted a large membership,but has stood as a bulwark of faith during the 113 years of its existence,It has furnished many leaders whose influence has been felt not only in the community and in North Carolina,but in numerous other tate There is no way to measure the widespread power for good in making a better community and a better world that had its beginning in thi mall rural Church,Now, n the midst of a definite expansion program,with greatly enlarged facilities,its mem bership is preparing to meet the challenge of a fast gorwing community which bring new avenues of service, Those Hara ‘est rhey say Yout! and dreaming:dream dean of active pastors in the Syn is a teen-ager,And some of the twenty years in the In my capacity a contact with Pastor last few montt ©long ago that the tirne ministry)ar roaching senilit a y Aull durin Years L Urivitizgg « But if that be the criteria,ther around fifty-three (who clair yt an edit ‘nad ast couple of t a re ongres scrapheap,willy-nilly Ordained in 1901 Carolina,after a mini evangelistic endez ten year pecan acant pari he war Statesville,| mrish re-alignment nlistment prograr ially the re-awakened lecided to call him a And so in Marct vith,as he i After all,he was only Elsewhere in thi raphic evidence of a building program,le tion buildi now St.Paul's cl most improved rural ¢ Recent letters give On Home Missior Conference and talked doing what they talked about I ruary 24th ilk vehechurch,Salisbury,Fel Didn't give one dollar On,Evangelisn Evan ch specialize x!Hear! ome of ading tendanc i I attended the meeting at Salisbury wand the t muh enthusiasm.OneItcouldinclosely united system o “ for outlyin egation I get impatient to°S8@ forme of our real power put into Past try har ter i y hi retired”n i exper PI ory ‘ 1954 ue «!NORTH CAROLINA ‘or—the is enter ongregation in one ‘indication i sor aid,“The Womer about North Caroli ynod mi Northern Conference “MentlyaboutHomeM for Home Missiot J.L.C.A.v xplained the remark wi Too mu nachinery,,>.18% gation®,BD tio Co just a bit on this great nee vet kids'Let the Men take over! when they talked pregramt,»There wasnt t CHURCH DIRECTORY Ae eea2aaa COUNCIL Glenn M,Barkley Mrs.Sam Hubbard William F,Taylor BV,Pex C.W.Knox Sam C.Troutman,Jr. Walter S.Gibson Mrs.Lois B.Knox Mrs.Maven Warren E.R.Guy OFFICERS TreasurerWalterS.Gibson SecretaryMrs.C.W.Knox TRUSTEES John H,Brawley R,A.Brawley Sam C,Troutman,Jr. SUNDAY SCHOOL Superintendent Sam C.Troutman,Jr.Secretary -Treasurer Samuel G.Hubbard TEACHERS Mrs.Maven Warren Intermediates Mrs.Paul Fox Nursery Mrs.Chas.Williams Beginner S.C.Troutman,Jr.Young People Mrs.Ray Warren Primary Mrs.C.W.Knox Women's Bible Class Mrs.W.F.Taylor Junior Rev.W.B.Aull Men's Bible Class Mrs.Virginia Lawson Organist Mrs.W.B.Aull Pianist WOMEN OF THE CHURCH resident Mrs.Lois B.Knox Mrs.Maven Warren Vice President Mrs.Paul Lentz Secretary~Treasurer Local Treasurer Mrs,Ray Warren Miss Mary Lou Lentz Counselor -Young People Mrs.E.R.Guy Children of the Church Note: The 1953-4 Town and Country CHURCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Toward A Better Church Inventory Section Make a survey of your church pr vrat !and ielp y lecide what projects you sh tld undertake this year.The follow ide wall probably be helpful MEMBERSHIP freak your membership down into tl following divisor that you can see where your strength 14 and I Under 4 ’,(ver Total Mal ||4 ek ae Dee |48 Fen 4 |44 \ae hoe 1. Total b 23 36 25 45 Chasaren baptized members not included in this total which is “*ACTIVITIES adult membership. Now list tl tivities in your rch ft f you are las mig t ing J pr ram tor al '(|t wom y PROGRAM Anal uur pr nt t !I j thus offering a balanced program of work tor ¢ner Worsnir,PREACH np M Does the appearance ot the sanctuary create a worshy ful,reverent atmosphere’Yes (x N Does your choir meet regularly for practice’Y N x Are your denominational hymnals,bullets thet aids to worship used?Ye x N 4.Does your church have well planned and orderly serv ices of worship?Te x No How many preaching and worship services do you hav t Every Sunday Yes (x N Three Sunday per m mth Tes No Two Sundays per m nth Tes N } One Sunday per m nth Yes N j Le than one Sunday per mont!Tes Yo ACTIVITIESAPRIL1,1953 CHILDREN OF fH CHURCH Baptized members but not incbuded in membersiip inventory AA Sunday Schook each Sunday morning,annual Bible School. &Special worship programs and some participation in choir 14 md Under but little definite training.Recreational facilities lack- ing,no definite program, 15-24 Sunday morning Church School,worship service with adult groups.Gome choir duties.No definite organization oar recreational activities. 2h-Adult departmnt opening worship each Sunday morning at Chureh School -Men's Bible Class and ladies Bible Class taught by competent teachers.Some choir participation. Few of this age group in Women of the Church organization. No planned recreational activities except at rare intervals. 4)-b4 Jame as above except more of the women members of Women of the Church group.No special activities except ona congre- gational basis. Our four members in this group are active and reguler attendants to all services of the church.Participate in adult activities, Are remembered as oldest members on special occasions, ob}and Over CONCLUG ION Church School fairly well organized for ell groups end thie is particular phase of training for all.Need more departmental opening services so eli may participate.Organization of choir and definite training one of greatest needs.Also a reguler program of recreational activities a need for all age groups. 2w~~~we Are there special services of worship during the year for: Rural Life Sunday?Yes (x)No()Christmas?Yes (x)No Harvest Festival?Yes()Nog )Easter?Yes(x)No Soil Conservation Sunday?Yes(x)No()Thanksgiving’Yes (x)No 4-H Club Sunday?Yes()No(x)Others? Does your church cooperate with other churches in community-wide observances,such as Easter Sunrise Service?Yes (x No If so,list such observances Kaster Sunrise Service,World Day of Prayer Have arrangements been made for flowers in the worship services?Yes (x No /( For ushering?Yes |No(x Are plans made to welcome visitors?No definite plan Yes No() EVANGELISM How many new members have joined your church in the last year?10 Has a religious census been made of your community in the past year?Yes()No(Z What methods of evangelism are used regularly? Lay Evangelism?7af 3 Qe,)Educational Evangelis:Yes (=No Revival Meetings?Yes()No(x)Other?Pastoral visits Are annual Church Membership Training Classes held?At random Yes(x)No Does your church have an active plan for reaching the people in unchurched areas?Visitation -Yes()Nof What has been or can be done?Should have more contacts by membership of church Does your church have an active prayer meeting or spiritual life group?’Yes()No(x)except thro’women's organizationApproximatelywhatpercentageofchurchfamilieshavedailydevotions?FO ey ° 2 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AND RECREATION Is there a year-round Sunday morning teaching program for all age groups’Yes (x No If not,what needs to be done?== Are there additional teaching sessions? Sunday Night?Yes()No()Week-day Classes?Yes()No& Vacation Bible School?Yes(x)No(/)Other?__.. Do the teachers and workers meet regularly to plan their work?Yes()Not) Has a visual-aids program been developed?To slight extent Tat )Net) Is the Sunday School literature approved by the denomination?Yes(x)No() Approximately what percentage of church families subs ribe to the church periodicals go How many children,young people and adults attended camps,institutes,and assemblies last year’3 > « 8.Does the church sponsor wholesome recreation for all age groups?Tat } List some of them_____Onlyonspecial occasions BibleSchool etc. 9.Is “Church Night”or other “fellowship meetings”a regular part of the church program?Some but not enough Yes (x) 10.Are young people encouraged to take an active part in such functions as ushering and greeting visitors?Yes (x ) STEWARDSHIP TRAINING 1.Have adequate methods been devised for keeping the membership informed about the budget?Some --Not sufficient 7a(J Does your Treasurer give a regular report of the financial condition of your church to the membership?Yes (x) 2.Are offering envelopes used by the members regularly?Yes (x) Approximately what percentage of the members use them?75 aa 3.Is the promotion of tithing a regular part of your church’s program?Yes ( Approximately what percentage of your members tithe?5 % 4.Has a program of stewardship training been developed?Yes (x ) What?Some but not e noug 2 5.Has your pastor's salary been increased within the past year?Yes / How much?i ne 6.Does the church sponsor Lord’s Acre Projects or similar programs?Yes / If so,list the projects: 7.Are church obligations paid when due?Yes| Weekly ()Monthly ()Quarterly (x )Annually ( 8.Is all the church property insured?Yes (x ) 9,Is there a properly recorded deed to all real estate?Yes (x) MISSIONARY CULTIVATION WorldQuestionsrelatingtothiswillbeconsideredunderthe“Toward A Better is an important part of the church program BUDGET 1.Would you include a copy of your budget for last year and for this year’ 2.Analyze your budget. What is the total budget? How much do you pay your pastor? What percentage of the total budget is paid the pastor? How much is spent for Christian Education?(Sunday School Sup plies,Bible Schools,Training Classes,Camps,etc.) What percentage of total budget is spent for Christian Education? How much is spent for Evangelism? What ae of the total budget is spent for evangelism’ Hote:Definite budget Yes/ vailable but statement of Sunday School No (x) Ni No [ 'No { Section.But it j No /x om this treasury.for 1992 attached.This is one of our strongest features,financislly end otherwWonen of the Church contribute apppoximately $200.00 to missionsse-most of our literature and supplies jeid for fr annually. 5 giving) ORGANIZATION 1.Is your church fully organized according to your denominational standards? 2.Have you used a denominational check-sheet or score card or attainment standard within the past year?* If not,could you securs one and use it? 3.Do your officials.meet regularly for business and planning? 4.Are careful records kept of all the church activities? 5 How much is given for Missions? What percentage of the total budget is given for Missions? How much has been spent on improvements? What percentage of the total budget is spent for improvements? How much is spent for other items? What percentage of the total budget is spent for other items? What is the per capita giving of the congregation to the budget?(Divide the number of members into the total budget to determine the per capita Could you include an organizational chart of your church,showing the various departments and leaders? LEADERSHIP -4. PASTORAL Is your pastor a resident of the community?Lives 25 miles away butisincOmmunityagreatDoesyourpastorgivefulltimetothechurch? If not,is he employed in another occupation? Does he serve other churches? If so,how many other churches? Number of years your pastor has served your church?__4 Does your pastor attend short schools and conferences in order to keep up with developments? Lay Does your church have a program for discovering and developing leaders? Are Leadership Training Schools held regularly? Is the total membership of the church represented on the Official Board? Do lay leaders attend conferences,institutes,etc.? OTHER Does your church use community leaders who are not members for special services? If so,list some that have been used recently Can you think of others who might be used?List them. Inadequate Now and then % 50 % $50.00 Yes x No { Yes No & les(y No / Yes (x /No f Yes i No Yes {x Ne f Tes {}No /dealTes/xX No Yes |No & Yes No (x Tes |x No i but inedequateYes(x No / Yes (No { Yes(x)No Yes(x)No() Yes(X)No() Farm Agent,Soil Conser.4-H ers “lf your denomination does not provide one,you can secure copies of “Rural Church Scoreboard”from The Progressive Farmer,Birmingham,Alabama SROUNDS,BUILDINGS,AND EQUIPMENT 1.Does your church have adequate land space?fair but want more 2.Are the grounds properly landscaped,drained,and grassed?fair but want addit ional beauty If not,could one of the projects be in this area? 3.Is there convenient and ample parking space around your church? Are walks paved or otherwise made weatherproof? 4.Is the building in good repair,painted,attractive,adequate?FAIR What are some needed improvements’ Yes Yes (y) Yes (X) Yes/ Yes( / Ni No (X No Additional parking spece,enlarged landscaping projects,peved walks church marker,additional space for recreation,more 5,5,rooms and kitchen ach {ities.Does your church have an attractive marker or bulletin board? 6.Does your church have adequate room space and equipment for all its activities’ Sanctuary?YesX J)Nog }Nursery Equipment? Sunday School Rooms’?Yes |No (X)Kitchen and Dining Space Rest Rooms?Yes No (X)Recreation Room or Study for Pastor?Yes()No(x Reimecnip Tal Outdoor Recreation Yes /No (X Does your church provide a home for the pastor? If so,is it located in the community? List the people who have worked on the “TOWARD ABE TTER CHURCH”section Sam C.Troutman,Jr. Sam Hubbard Ray B.Warren C.w.Knox Mrs.Maven Warren Noel S.Lentz Donald Russell Mrs.W.F.Taylor W.S.Gibson R.Re.Fox Mrs.Glenn Barkley R.A.Braikey Christine Russell Tes Yes | Yes ( Yes| The 1953-54 Town and Country CHURCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Toward A Better Community Inventory Section The church has to operate in a local community,so it will be well for you to take a look at your community.See what is happening to it,what is the church doing to a 7 make its relationships Christian,and what resources the community provides tor the :church POPULATION 1.If possible,see how many people were reported in your community the 194 census and in the 1950 census Not available to large extent Has the population increased &)decre used ()or remained the same (_) in the last ten years? s 2.Approximately what percentage of the population 1s whit 75 Negro 25 ©,other Qa %? 3.Does your church attempt to promote better under ‘standing of minority groups in the community?Yes (x No if If so.how?___No trouble with negro race and cooperate in ang way possible to see they are treated fairly vg 4.Are the young people leaving th mmunity to find employment when they are old enough to work?average number ‘!-5.What percentage of the people in your community are od }served by your church?50 % oy ECONOMICS ‘*2.What is the principle source of income in your community ‘aexricultural and Ls‘e industrial *3.If yours is chiefly an agricultural community Is sufficient use being made of available helps to impr farm management?Yes (x No Doesthechurch encourage wise land use and treatment?Tes (x No } Do the members of the church use the services of the Soil Conservation Agent?Definitely!Yes &No() 6 The 1953-54 Town and Country CHURCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 44 ri abat:AND Cieyahx6 OUs©5 = Toward A Better Community Inventory Sectionees—), PetTeThe church has to operate in a local community,so tt will be well for you to take a look at your community.See what is happening to it,what is the church loing to make its relationships Christian,and what resources the community provides tor the church POPULATION It possible we how many peopk were reported im your mmut the 1950 census.Not available to large extent Has the population increased &)decreased ()or remained the same (_) in the last ten years’ nsus and Approximat ly what percentage of the poy ulation is whit 75 Negr 25 ‘%.other Q ©? Does your church attempt to promote better un standing of minority groups in the community?Yes (x No If so,how No trouble with negro race and cooperate in ang way possible to see they are treated fairly 4.Are the young people leaving the mmunity to find employment when they are old enough to work?average number What percentage ff the peoy le mn your mmunity are served by your church?50 % ECONOMICS mmunity?agricultural and ‘a 2.Whatis the principle source of income in your os industrial d If yours is chiefly an a micultural community 3 Is sufficient use being made of available helps to impr farm management?Ye x No Does the church encourage wise land use and treatment?Yes (%No } Do the members of the church use the service f the Soil Conservation Agent?Definitely!Yes &No } 6 Is it served by: 4-H Club? FFA Chapter? New Farmers of America Chapter Yes()No(xX Yes (KX)No() Yes (X)No(X) Farmers Club?Yes()No(xX Home Demonstration Club?Yes(x)No() Farm Bureau?Yes(X)No() Grange?Yes()No(x) Farmers Union?Yes()No(X) Soil Conservation District?Yes (X)No() Dairy Herd Improve- ment Association? Beef Cattle Associa- tion?Yes (X) Yo(Z)Met) No() Other farm organizations ee Crop Improvement Association’Yes()No(X) Agricultural Cooperatives?Yes (X)No ) Forestry Service?Yes (x)No() Agricultural Agent?Yes (x)Not Home Demonstration Agent?Yes(x)No() Soil Conservation Sert ice Technician’Yes (x)Nol P.M.A.Office?Yes (xX/No {} Farmers Home Adminis tration?Yes (X%)No() Vocational Agriculture Teacher’Yes (X)No() Rural Electrification Association?Yes (x)No() Production Credit Association’Yes (x No We are @ part of a wonderful setup so far as Farm agi all agricultural agencies are concerned in the county,from a county, If yours is a small town or industrial community ...state and Federal basis Is there a Chamber of Commerce,or similar organization?Yes No { Is there a Community Improvement Association?One planned Yes No (X) List the types of business which serve your community. Varied and high type of eli kinds needed,including FCX and other con _operative enter prises-some sma 0 industriel plants and farm mehy manufacturers. Can all the basic economic needs of the people be met in the Community?Yes (x)No! Has a survey been made to find out: a.What new business establishments are needed in the community?Yai )Met )This has b.What new industries are needed and could be brought to the community’Yes()No()peen taken If not,could the people of your church initiate such a survey,if needed?Yes()No()care of Is sufficient effort being put forward by all groups in your community to improve and to promote better ways of makinga living?Yes ( If not,what can your church do to encourage by Statesville C of C and our section is j No {/growing along thisWecooperateline.and support such efforts? Does your church emphasize the religious values underlying economic activity, the sense of stewardship,and the sacredness of all work?Tat )Nels If sO,how?We heave definite programs along this line and plen to Buve more. EDUCATION we 1.Is there an Elementary School in your community?Yes (yx)No/( Junior High?Junior and High Te(}“eT 7 High School?10 miles away,pupils go by bus jy,,ie) If so,how many teachers does it have?6 in our elementary school If not,how far is the school which serves your community?-miles. 2 Do(es)the school (s)in your community have Satisfactory buildings?Yes (Z)No()Sufficient,clean restrooms Yes (x)No() Overcrowded rooms’Yes ()No (xX)Hot school lunches’Yes (>No ( Enough well-trained Adequate library Yes (x No | teachers?Yes(X)No()ai Ria stertatinn Enough desks’Yes (x )No()Department’Yes (x No ( Adequate equipment Yes(X)No()Vocational Agriculture Seitibaciory tang ener Vedanta hepr own Department?Yes(®No/f ters for teachers’Tea(W-)Net )Modern school buses Yes (xX d eae wey Meiiet 3 Is there a Parent-Teacher Associations Yes (Xx Ni If so,do your members participate’Tes (y No 4.Are there adequate vocational training opportunities for boys and girls in your community?Yes (X No /( Does your community have public library service?Avoklable\in States-V«x No / .ville and in eciwols Is it served by a bookmobile Yes (X N a.If pot,could your church help secure library service?r-Ye Ni b.If there is library service,is there a good selection of general and reli gious books?Yes (X No / 6.Dox vur church cooperate in programs to provide week-day religiou education Tes No & ' ‘ 7 Are there other activities carried on by your church designed to strengther the spiritual and moral values in education’Yes (X)Noy , If so,list them Closest cooperation between schools and church in religious education,public prorams,¢tc. GOVERNMENT 1.Give the governmental organization of your community. 2.Give the names of the public officials in your community,county,state,or nation who are members of your church Name of Member Office Held Lex G.Barkley Vet.adm.Officiel-Truining Program Ww.F.Taylor On City Council,Statesville C.#.Knox With State Highway Commission Others take leading part in Faym organizations am their administration. -=.~-=m -a 3.Does your church cooperate with other agencies in your community to secure and maintain attractive,adequate,and well-kept public buildings,parks,and grounds?Yes(X)No 4.Does your church have training courses for good citizenship?Tat )Met 5.Does your church emphasize the moral and ethical principles underlying our democracy?Yes (x)No | 6.Does your church sponsor or cooperate in community forums in which problems and issues facing the people may be discussed from different points of view?Yes(/No (Xx 7.Does your church sponsor or cooperate in community programs to train and recognize young people as they become of voting age?Tat )M(z 8.Does your church cooperate with law enforcement officers and in crime pre vention programs?Yes(x)No’ 9.Does your church have a ministry to jails or prisons in the community?Yes(yx)No( 10.Does your church urge the citizens to study all sides of issues,platforms and candidates and to vote their convictions?Tat 2:Ae (y If so,how?____StWess good citizenship through Various programs HEALTH AND WELFARE 1.Are there adequate sanitary and health facilities and personnel in your community in terms of ?F ;lea 4 ?/oODoctorsWenderfulYes(X)No()Healthmobile Yes No | Dentists?setup Yes(X)Nof First Aid Station’Yes |No ( Veterinarian?Tor all ‘Yes ;x)Nof )——e ve Need more,for colored Pharmacists?°F Tes(z/Me 2 jor white ene corores es \o -these ;Adequate sanitation and ?w |;;Nurses in nearby Yes (x No(}health laws enforced Yes(x)Not ?Sus}Be Clinics!Statesville Yes x No |Adequate inoculation Hospitals?’Yes(y)No()Program?Yes;A)N Health Insurance Programs?Yes(X)No ) 2.Does your church cooperate with private and public welfare agencies in looking after disadvantaged children,adults,and families?Yes(x)Noy 3.Does your church offer its facilities for community meetings on physical and mental health topics?Yes (X)No In well-baby clinics?Yes(y)No 4.Does your church take opportunities to interpret the religious foundations of health and well-being?Yes (x)No if so,how?__Tnt ough school end health departments 5.Does your church have a ministry to the hospitals?Not definite Yes |No ( ORGANIZATION 1.List the organizations in your community All school orgenizations:PTA,4-H ets. Home Dem.Club -Watershed 9 2.Do these organizations promote activities for all the people of the community?Yes (x )No(} 3.Is there a community council or other organization to coordinate efforts at community improvement?Yes()No(y) If so,does your church participate in it?Yes()Noy If there is no such organization,could your church take the initiative in organizing one?One is being proposed Yes (xX No| 4.Does your pastor participate in community activities?Yes (X)No, 5.List members of your church who are leaders in community programs or organizations. Name of Church Member Title of Office Held and Name of Organization Mrs,Maven Warren —Home Dem,Officer Mys.Ray Warren Manager School lunch room Berbara Troutman Leader in 4¢H Club Ray B.Warren Community Improvement Program leader G.M,Barkley active in @ll Farm organizations 6.Does your church ‘take every opportunity to cooperate with other churches in projects of social and community-wide concern?Tes ty No BEAUTIFICATION 1.Has your church cooperated in or sponsored a Community Clean-Up Cam paign this year?Yes No (x wvHas your church cooperated in or sponsored beautification projects?Yes ¢Ne>If so,did they include beautification of Homes?YesX )No()Parks?Yes No (x Lawns Tes XK No()Public Buildings Yes No (X Sidewalks 7a 2 ter School Grounds?Yes(x)No() : Other:.:iitdaiabicnaiianat 3.Do church members participate in flower shows in your community?YesR )No 4.Are the cemeteries well kept?Improvement need here in our Yes(}No ,one which is little used If not,could your church initiate a project to clean them up?Yes (x)No( 5.Are there slum areas,unsightly vacant lots,grown-up farms,unpainted and rundown buildings,trasn or garbage dumps,dirty streets,or other conditions which call for further beautification?Few Yes()No(xX)acaIf so,list these needs:Condition fair but can always be improved upon - 6.What other organizations or clubs in the community carry on beautification projects?Name them tate Highway CommissionDoesyourchurchcooperatewiththem?—Yes(xX )No() 10 RECREATION 1.Does your community have or is it served by: Recreation Department Softball club?Yes()No() or Cub?Yes()No(X)Baseball club?Yes()No(f ) Athletic club?Yes()No(Xy Tank oul Yo()Net) Ppeas)PT Og.Oy Net Country Club?Yes()Not ) Aiidtebiens tee Bowling alley?Yes()Not public use?Yes()No(Xd Y.M.C.A.Yes()Not Movie theatre?Yes(X)No()Y.W.C.A.Yes()No/( Community center?Yes()No(&)?Boy Scouts?Yes (No | Swimming pool?Yes()No(x)Girl Scouts?met 2:met) Picnic grounds?Te()Nel wy Campfire Girls?Yes()No() Athletic field?Yes()No(x)Teen-age Club?Yes()No Other recreational facilities or groups? We have all of above at schools but not strictly in community and of course many of these facilities available in nearby town weIs the library related to a year-round reading program for children and adults?Yes(x )No() 3.Are the school recreational facilities available to your community on a year round basis?Yes(X)No(f ) 4.Does your church make its recreational facilities available to the community?Yes /Lighyea )manner 5,Does your community sponsor festivals of music,arts,handicraft and hobby shows?Schools do Yes()No&) 6.Are there unwholesome recreational activities and establishments operating in the community?Yes()No(X) If so,what could be done about them?__ : 7.Does your church interpret the moral and spiritual foundations undergirding wholesome recreation and the creative arts?Yes(x)No() If so,in what ways?__Try to steess in Sunday Sehool and Yacation Church School HOME LIFE 1.Approximately what percentage of the homes of your community have Per Cent Per Cent Dincic 6 8 BS.100 _Bibles 100 Running water.2.se:SO _Adequate room space 90 Bathrooms .ot faa tO Daily newspapers 90 Re.fei.oe ee ee Weekly newspapers 100 ee ae Farm magazines ga Telephones ...-.-‘.Religious papers 90 oromatey~| ( by wrsetaeeect Piano 5O Other magazines OO cen Library '-Well-kept lawns go 75 Painted and repaired houses 9 Yea(})Nof ) Yes(X)No } Yes()No(y) Landscaped yards Is there any sub-standard housing?Very little Does the church encourage family recreation?>vwAre there study groups and discussions on family life problems? 5.Does your church provide the youth of the community with counsel and training for courtship and marriage?nothing definite -Yes()No() If so,what?encouraged in church school 6.What other organizations or clubs exist in the community for the purpose of strengthening family life? PAT.A?Yes(x)No()Family Service Society?Yes()No/ Woman's Club?Yes()No(X)Future Homemakers?Yes(y)Nof Home Demonstration Club?Yes (X)Not ) Close cooperation with ell schoolp projectsOther Has your church sponsored discussions on the problems and importance of »! the family farm?Yes No (x 8.Has your church helped locate a family on a farm or in other oc upations?Yes(x)Nof ) Yes i)NogDoesyourchurchpromotefather-son partnership in farming?Have some but no definite program ‘y WHAT IS YOUR CHURCH DOING IN THE WAY OF 1.Furnishing leadership for community organizations and activities? BY PRSCEPT AND SAATPLEInitiatingprogrameforcommunityimprovement? Cooperating with other churches and groups for the good of the community? WHAT CAN YOUR CHURCH DO TO BUILD A MORE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY 1.This year?Continue support all organizatiom for good,give additional recreational ;facilies and definite training programe that leads to weli- 2.ta the feeuee!rounded citizenship List the people who have worked on the “TOWARD A BETTER COMMUNITY”section Rey B.Warren G.M,Barkley Lois B.Knox Goiv:Sigmon Paul Fox Glenn Rock Barkley Tate Bark ley Mrs.Paul,Lemz Phyliis Stradley KR.Barkley Se —— ’-The 1953-54 Town and Country CHURCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM . O,*4ly¥ Toward A Better WorldOwdyr¢etter OTIC |.____Inventory Section If at tt that lt re tt } mm t not n |natiected by w j nd \()t nt rur fat ft!tl on i :| tow!t!{!{t Petter WA isk.WI ill \ th ||{t {ti vorld t ‘k A BETTER AMERICA 1)I i t!t i ha with appropriate program Y«x N If which ones and how?By special programs at church end coopegation in county-Christmis,4th.of July,Armistice und ThanksgivingDoesthechurve members in the A i Yes (X N T ;\Natxakxpraesent with th } What By letter and church periodicals Dor ater pores rk int!t i ‘xX If Jen || t ul rr } i ,Nit t t t!t tr I |4 Does tl hurct ipport hor t t }X lf name the projects Support projects of the denomination through various organizations Are stud rout lealin with mation i home missions sponsored by the church Ye 1.\ If so,name tl Studied in definite way by women's groupe nation?)N lt so,list them and madiwat what moe Through Bible gchool ana other literature studied UNDERSTANDING OTHER PEOPLE I 2 6 Has your church had a study course recently on the minority groups of America? Has your church had a study course recently that dealt with the differentracesoftheworld?Yes(y)No( Have persons of other nationalities visited your church or community in the past year?Yes(|Nox) If so,how many and what nationality? Do any groups or individuals in your church maintain personal contact (letters or visits)with people of other countries?Yesq™)No If so,how many and where?Particularly through Women of the Church organization aith missionaries from our ow section Are study groups sponsored by the church dealing with: World Peace?Yes()No()International World Conditions?Yes()Nof )eee si:my United Nations organi zation,and programs?‘Yes()No/( Other study groups ébdave topics are always touched on by programs of church organizations throuh the year. Does the church join in the celebration of holidays of significance to World Peace?Yes (Xj)No ) List and describe them World Day of Prayer,union services LOOK AT YOUR MISSIONARY PROGRAM 1 2 Do you have a special committee or board in your church to promote missions?Yes (x No ( How much of your budget goes for the missionary programof the denomination Yes(J)Not What percentage of your total budget goes for missions’10 % What is done in your church to create a concern for missions?_Programs and Jiterat ure Have any of the young people from your church ever gone to the mission fields?)Yes ()No (x Does your church help support any specific missionarics?Yes(x )No() If so.who and where?__.Women of Church help support missionaries from ourstateandothersthroughtheirstateandnationalorganization Does your church contribute food,clothing,or other materials through such organizations as CARE,CROP,or Church World Service to people of other countries?Yes(y No( If so,how much,through what agencies,and where did it go?Generous contritutiong through Lutheran World action annually;,glso clothes to Korea -CROP and CAREprojects. :‘ 10 CeeEen Does your denomination have a program of Agricultural Missions’Yes (x)No() If 80,are you doing anything specifically for it?__Study and encourage giving to definite project Would you be interested in a specific rural mission project?Yes()No() I :Have sent seed pkts.to missionaries;alsofe,weke to money to SEEDS OF FRIENDSHIP COLLECTfoN THE KOINONIA FOUNDATION Pikesville,Box 336 BALTIMORE 8,MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL MISSIONS FOUNDATION 156 Fifth Avenue New York,N,Y If you are interested in a Mission Study Course,write FRIENDSHIP PRESS 257 Fourth Avenue New York,N.Y List the people who have worked on the “TOWARD A BETTER WORLD”section b.KR.Guy lire..Walter Gibson Eleie R.Guy Roy Barkley Mrs.C.W.Knox Mra.Sam Hubbard Maven Warren Juck Sigmon Mrs.R.R.Barkley ME BELIEVE IN aD SUPPORT OUR INSTITUTIONS We heve consistently peid our benevolent apportionment which includes support of each of our institutions.In addition,we have mde special contributions to each,through the Sundey School ani on special observance dates.Gifts to Memoriel Funds of each is also encouraged.We truly follow in the footsteps of the Mastor when we show com passion on all those in need end minister to those less fortunate than we ere. UFFER little children to come unto me, and forbid them not:for of such is the kingdom of God.—Luke 18:16 oe -~_Ow 4Titee- Home OF The South ’|x.At i?: 7"-4 r .ee ‘yr *"a a wthed 7 m ,1 +Se *7 oy ot .id ,aoe’!..ei -"- i i.Pe Aey a faye, ild'n@ -The dutheran Ch}Idvew's tg » ‘LFee? q*Jee :\, »‘al ”“We 7 eT 8ee ek Age eA Cdministraty'on Gu ogee AHAISTMAS UFFER little children to come unto me, and forbid them not:for of such is the kingdom ot God.—Luke 18:16 AGHAISTMAS ee?apa 2 Popes har |oR ve |we ' a7”’:A oe ef 7 ‘Py Cl Pitts er a let pea ae ‘. Md Lit ata te CATT ALG,Palen isSe TOSRn ed Administ raby'on Buildin e .The hutheran Children's Home oF The South Lowman Home Christ had compassion on the people for they were as sheep witpout a shepherd.There must be training of pastors to be shepherds who ghall lead their flocks in the work of God's Kingdom.We have had a pert in the expansion program of our own Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary which will result in filling a great need for pastors at hom amd abroed, Through the Women's auxiliary a better knowledge of the sem- inary,its needs and accomplishments have bem exphasized. Lutheran Theological Seminary Columbia,South Carolina ADMINISTRATICN BUILDING KNOW YOUR ITS EARLY BEGINNINGS The Southern Seminary has had a great and dis ished past and is destined to a glorious futur ied in 1830 in the days of Andrew Johnson three-fourths of our national history.Con he minds of such men as Backman,Schwart: zelius as an essential institution of the churc ntribution to the on-going life of the churc! 1 century has more than justified the sound the vision of the founding fathers.As thé wy has seen our nation develop from humblZ nings into the mightiest nation on earth srown and expanded into a tower thurch throughout the world. i ¢ t strengi ITS PROGRESS Beginning with a limited Faculty and only !with almost no facilities,the § consistently over the years until now it has tutiful campus with commodious buildings,a teach staff of eight professors and a student body men who are preparing for the highest calling arth.Over the years more than 700 me from this Institution to serve in the s places of prominence over the nation anda esion fields of the world. 7 ir v neSeminaryha: Dor MITORY SEMINARY TS PLACE AND PURPOSE Throughout its long history the Seminary has never sight of the fact that it is a servant of the church, i as a servant it is totally dependent upon the yurch it serves.Established for the purpose of pre ring men for the Ministry of the Gospel,it lays strong nphasis on high academic standards,and has nurture its students in sound,scriptural,evangelical 1d confessional faith. sought ITS VISION AND DEVELOPMENT Your Seminary now stands at the end of one era nd at the beginning of another.In the heart of a rapidly growing and expanding south,it is well on its vay in the development of an expansion program that sertain to lead to a greater Seminary for a greater nd a growing Church.The two must grow together Recently three young men of recognized ability have been added to the faculty,a new library building will be occupied this spring,the campus has been enlarged ind beautified,two new faculty residences are now nder construction and the student enrollment for next “led exceed any previous record STUDENTSANDFACULTYChrist hed compassion on the people for they were as sheep witjout a shepherd.There must be training of pastors to be shepherds who shall lead their flocks in the work of God's Kingdom.We have hed @ pert in the expansi on progrem of our own Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary which will result in filling a great reed for pastors et home amd abroed. Through the Women's auxiliary a better knowledge of the sem~ inary,its needs and accomplishments have bem exphasized. ale tad i ad —ae ,f y,ane Daniel Efird Rhyne Administration CPt ae <ements”> Si !7 INC ARDEN.N.C. 9 Lutheran Assembly Grounds of North Carolina.South Carolina and Georgia Alabama Synods HM 7C é «> \ fs ?<cin ,."a7GRECREATIONALBUILDING «~*~aca.»« s x wu »4 ?7)} x 4 . 4 * o -)7 ‘ ,7 ; .\.J THE REV.J.LEWIS THORNBURG,D.D é 5 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 126 FIFTH AVENUE.N.E .Hickory,N.C.Ly q (Dorm) i '--—= Lineberger Memorial Dining Hlall-Kitchen bunt THE CHAPEL 3 — KNOWLEDGE iS POWER An informed church is a working church,to know what our church is doing at home and abroad,adds interest and inspiratiogy.Our outlook is broadened,understanding of world problems is promoted and a desire for enlarged service is created, Our United Lutheran Publication House,with a main office in Philadelphia and seven branches,is the source of every type of religious publication and church furnishings and supplies. The promotion of a reading circle plan will foster a desire for good reading mtter to offset much undesirable reading matter in circulation today.Free literature on a great number of subjects is furnikhed the local congregations and distributed to members.The Bible in Daily Living and Stewardship of time and money has been given particular emphasis during recent years.The Muhlenberg Traveler,a mobile display of books and church supplics, brings service to the churches in many localities, Syngdabiays Pell Gn Full ——See Lage 4 ——A VOL.XXXII SALISBURY,N.C.,JANI TARY,1954 No.1 HEADLINES AND PICTURES TELL 1953 SYNOD STORY e 7 Norn ARQLINA LUTHERAN pt CARQUINA Lt THERANa Nor Car@itya L UTHERAN pOrams enous a New 7m MCAROLS |UTHERAN H yagi LUTHERAN wie 0 want at lasts CORNERTION aoe GasToeeCONVENTION BE HELD AT SALSBNRY m=mar Re e oy }>secs LUTHERAN Nong Cargiiya LUTHERAN es ute pio mr.)UTHERAN ems warts@war cestaane ComvENTe® - LETHED LIAGBERS BOLD ANESAL GEERT SaLeseerY is i oF 3. ¥ * e -;’ rogat’t THE REV.G.ELSON RUFF,Lirr.D Official publication of the United Lutheran Chur 2 »4 ;“netically America,with 150,000 subscribers,goes into prac joaliy ; th duced congvregationaeveryhomeinourchupchundertnejucedcongrege 1 a eed ) Pr.‘y }r i+srate.aA weekly publication,it wa ROSS IN NEW GUIN! 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BLESSED ARE THEY THAT DWELL IN THY HOUSE: R.They will be still praising Thee GLORY BE TO THE FATHER,AND TO THE SON,AND TO THE HOLY GHOST: R.As it was in the beginning,is now,and ever shall be,world without end.Amen. Message from Rev.F.L.Conrad,D.D.-President of North Carolina Synod Prayer:Accept,0 Lord God Almighty,this Ground;Let Thy blessing descend upon it as the dew from heaven,that here my rise adoration,thanksgiving, and the praise of Thy Holy Name;that here Thy Work may be declared and Thy Way revealed and taught;that here my be Thy House and the Place where Thine honor dwelleth;and,we beseech Thee,let Thy benediction ever abide upon this Place and all who gather here to worship and commune with Thee;through Jesus Christ,our Lord.Amen. ACT OF GROUND BREAKING LED BY DR.CONRAD In the Faith of Jesus Christ this work is begun and this ground is broken.In the Name and to the glory of the Father,and of the Son,and of the Holy Ghost; That true faith my flourish here and the fear of God and love of the brethren; and that this may be a place destined for prayer and the invocation and adoration of the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ,Who with the Father,and the Holy Ghost, liveth and reigneth,One God,world without end.Amen. (1)Chnm.of Church Council:W.F.Taylor (4)Rep.of Young People:Mary Leu Lentz (2)Chrmn.of Building Com:C.W.Knox (5)Rep.of Children:Mrs.Maven Warren (3)Pres.Women of Church:Mrs.C.W.Knox (6)Supt.of S.S.:Sam C.Troutman,Jr. (7)Ray B.Warren,Member Council and Contractor O God,from Whom every good thing taketh its beginning and through Whom it gathereth rice growth,always advancing to better things;Grant to us suppliatuts, we beseech Thee,that this which we undertake to the praise of Thy Name,we my, by the help of Thy Fatherly wisdom,carry through to completion;through Jesus Christ,Our Lord.Amen. Hymn -God of Our Fathers No.493 Panediction The Luthecea as lif" Sr.Paut's congregation,mear Sti stesyille wishing fo show appreciation to ‘Res and Mrs.W.B.Aull for having ¢out of retirement to serve them,unanimously voted to name their new educational center the “Aull Educational Building.”Mr.Aull is St.Paul's first full-time pastor =Peutetim hev WB ull,pastor.A Ground-Breakt‘©,prepara to the ¢nsnewEdueattoteloweas“The Aull Ed ing,” was held on.Sunday ly 10,1953,ateoTheSerenebestentainedoffi- nddebi ehed the Sel tort oehocea-.Participating in we oeneofthe.Bulldina Comeltten Oe of the apeslorot :a af 1.GUNRAD- GOING F Little St.Paul's Supere Uerch on the Salisbury road has outgrown itspresentfacilitiesandSundayaf-ternoon lifted the first spade fullofdirtonthenewedueetional building. Members of the church con- gregation felt themselves proud esterday at the service because br..F..Conrad,president of the North Carolina Synod,was, on hand for the service.Dr.Con-| rad delivered the address and | made the announcement of the | name for the new building. After ‘the ground had been | broken,Dr.Conrad began like this,“I have been asked to an-| nounce for the first time that this addition to St.Paul’s church will be named Aull Educational Building,after Rev.Mr.Aull and his wife.They have given much to the church or STATESVILLE DAILY RECORD MONDAY,JULY 20,1953 Church Breaks Ground |St.Paul's Evangelical Lutheran|church began to move forward Sun-day afternoon as they broke thegroundfortheAullEducationBuildingattheirchurchonSalis- bury road.*In an inspiring ceremony in the|yard of the church,Dr.F.L.Con-rad,president of the North Caro-lina Synod,congratulated the con gregation on their steady growthandtheirplansforerectinganeweducationalbuilding.“The forthrightthinkinganddevelopmentofthechurchhasbeenan_inspirationtotheentireSynod,”’Dr.Con- rad said.“Tt is ‘always encourgaging forustoseethataneedhasbeenrecognizedandyouaredoing something about it,”Dr.Conradtoldalargegroupofpeoplegath- ered for the service. For Education Buildi..g He said that man can not do alotofthingsbyhimselfbutthatthroughthegraceofGodalotcanbeaccomplished,“A gift in thehandofJesuscandoall,”he said. “People don't think far enough ahead to educate the children whowillbetheleadersofthefuture,” he said,“It is with this in mind that you are erecting this new building and it Is wellthat other churches take notice.” He said that it is always hard to get things for the church but that people should realize that you never lose what you give to the church.“We don't know how to measure things,”he continued. “We always get everything in order but ourselves.” Dr.Conrad then began te take the first spade full of dirt from the ground where the new educa tional building will be built,Then Rev.W.B.Aull took his turn. The following people took part in the service:.F.Taylor,chair- man of the Church Council;C.W. Knox,chairman of the buildings committee;Mrs.C.W.Knox,presi- dent of the women of the church; Mary Lou Lentz,representing the young people;Mrs.Ray Warren, representing the ehildren;Sam © Troutman,Jr.,superintendent of Sunday school and Ray B.War ren,member of the council and contractor for the building Dr.Conrad announced that the building would be named for Rev Mr.Aull,who had “given so much, NORTH CAROLINA LUTHERAN oe “Aull Educational Bul ‘SteesviteAtSt.Paul’s Church, along with his wife,to the develop St.Pa Lut Church,States ment of the church.”ville,havi ts present edue Out of town ——the a“cational {0 und on mony were:Mise Sara Aull of so ,, Houston,Texas;Mrs.Howard Cov Sunday,July |og eee ington and children,Florence and tional center to be |the “Aull Sandy of Lexington,Ky.;Mrs Educatioms!1 ofing _the Fave Johnson of Litwalton,Va yin Miss Grace Lentz and Mrs.Beau lab Bostof Hillsboro,Il) 's Lutheran church beganyeducationalbuildingattheirpomGenewbuildingwillberpoener.Ohno Sigs inthewanBrG2WeKen,Mr CW aad SAINT P.UL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERN CHURCH St.tesville,North Carolin Sentember 2¢3.953 Dear Church Members and Other Friends: This is to extend a cordial. 11,1953.You are asked to 7 food and good fellowship,25S Guest Minister:Dr———bn ; Hickory,Will bring 4 services Fellowship Dinner: -o our Homecoming on Sunday,October good preaching»good singing,good of the doy snown below. College; 11:15 morning Served on the church lavm at )or in our new ——aT ;anus building if weather 1s whe Afternoon Service:“°8 North carolina Lutheran music will be featured or Special offerinetsscationalunit received with gratitude We have a_large visio community.c pr and themselves 4s to the lives of o the We are not meet the We are looking former members» church in the Secretary of Mrs.C.Wo Box 1107 Statesville, .sident of our :,Cy,todofdedication.opecia+ if a generous friend. ‘shine of our6 remorials ure noVi1 and our frienas of us yhris brin is Gospel are looking forward will make possible» wrech striving to =-members, che little -MEMBERS PUSHING —Down In Iredel]is nothing if not oblig- ing. Elsewhere in today’s paper ap- pear a picture and story about the homecoming celebration at | St.Paul’s Lutheran church Sun- day. In addition,we received a “memo”from —Lois Barkley Knox,congregation secretary, saying the members of the chur- ch “are pushing with all their might to get everything in read- iness for a day of inspiration and fellowship.” Well,that’s a lot of doing;and if you want to see what gets done you have only to go out to the Salisbury road ehureh for the 11:15.service Sunday morning, tay for and then enjoy stay for Son program. Landis,Ne Ce A DREAM BECOMS REALITYSS—_———_--—-o—- 4.4.6 %%%%PLP OS POPSoo ddd 1840 1953 Home Coming Celebration Sunday,October 11,1953 Saint Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church SALISBURY ROAD STATESVILLE,N.C Reverennv W.B.AULL,Pastor Aull Educational Building “Then I told then i the hand of my God hich And they said.Let ua rise up and build.So they st engthe ned their hands for thie good work.”-—Nehe miah 2:18 6.4.44 Ab¢A Att AtZEEE 4,4. oe +4,OEROOOOCE E E LAALMM SPA EEEEEEE LEI IIE T OOF bth tet tA ALLE er.powee y Dee rayeer), ¢-.66,64 5t ete e*CPP ELE EO tet atet ett AOE ES +———___marrrtcitelllTTlTaTTlTLTeddTTlllddTLTDADLVTAA:AAttttttettttttQttPFiLEEALLLEEEEASEA>* * * . . * * s s * * * . + . . . 4 . * * \) . . * * * . * * . * . * * . . *. ‘ * * . . . . . . * . . . . . . . . * . * * . . * . ‘ ‘ ‘ 4 x % ‘ ) % . . % 5 ata . 4 * * ‘ * + . + Dear Church Members Other Friends: This is to extend a 11,1953.You are food and good felle Guest Minister:Dr Hickory,will bring services Fellowship Dinner: building if weatho Afternoon Service: North Carolina Luth music will be featu Special Offering: mG ational unit 4n received with grati We have a large vi community.vc pri and themselves as to the lives of ios14Our New Educations L To the enlargedch We are not a large meet the reeds of 4 We are looking forw former members,ior church in the grove Secretary of Congre Mrs.C.We.Knox Box 1107 Statesville,N.¢ S/TNT PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERN CHURCH ern Nineteenth Sunday After Trinity MORNING WORSHIP PRELIDB.............-..ie Mrs.Virginia Lawson,Organist Hymn 294—"O Worship the King” THe SERVICE The Introit Page 109 The Collect Page 109 The Epistle Page 109 The Gospel Page 109 The Creed Page 17 HYMN 199—“I Love Thy Zion,Lord” Tue SERMON “What Happens to You in Church?” The Reverend Voigt R.Cromer,D.D. President of Lenoir-Rhyne College OFFERING OrrerTory SoLo—“Come Ye Blessed”.....Miss Sue Johnson Tue PRAYER ANNOUNCEMENTS Hymn 493—‘“God of Our Fathers” THe BENEDICTION Tue DoxoL_ocy An afternoon service,beginning at 2:30,will follow a fellowship dinner on the grounds.The Wurlitzer electric organ presented to this congregation in May of this year by Christian Gordon Snyder of Chambersburg,Pa.will be dedicated and the new Educational Building opened.Reverend F.L.Con- rad,D.D.,President of the North Carolina Lutheran Synod,will lead the service and bring a message of inspiration. rl you naye vmy w gy vu uw)bie Salisbury road chureh for the 11:15.service Sunday morning, stay for and then enjoy the af program. HISTORICAL NOTES St.Paul’s Lutheran Church was organized in 1840 by Rev.Benjamin Arey.The first building,a structure forty by sixty feet,was located about one mile west from the present church.Much hand labor given then was counted at fifty cents a day.The first Sunday School was organized May 27, 1849,its first article of organization being a requirement for “good order.” In 1885,under the leadership of Rev.H.M.Brown this building was torn down and a new church erected on the present site on a two acre lot donated by Mr,and Mrs.J.W.Bost.This was dedicated in 1886 and is the main auditorium of the present church St.Paul’s bas furnished the Lutheran church six ministers,Rev.R.C. Lentz,Rev.J.L.Smithdeal,Rev.A.W Lentz,Rev.D.S.Lentz,Rev.H Max Lentz and Rev.H.C.Haitheox,D.D.Mr Snyder,the donor of our organ,is a son-in-law of the Rev.D.S.Lentz It is a significant fact that sixteen members of the congregation,includ- ing one young lady,served with military forces during World War IT and all returned home safely.This was one-fourth of the adalt membership! Extensive improvement in the church property was begun in 1939 an der the leadership of Rev,W.H.Dutton,with Sunday School rooms added in 1940.This was continued under Pastor R,M.Carpenter,with new pews purchased and a heating system installed For many years St.Paul's was associated with various other churches in a parish.Since 1950 Re W.B.Aull has been the full time pastor,serv- ing from his home in Landis.During this three year period the membership has increased more than twenty-five percent and the budget of 1952 was five times that of 1949.We rejoice that today Pastor Aull’s dream of an educational building is a reality.By unanimous vote of the congregation thi«is to be known as the Aull Educational Building,in appreciation of his leadership and help.This unit has been erected at a cost of around $10, 000.00,through the generosity of the pastor,congregation and friends,with temporary assistance from the Rrotherhood Loan and Gift Fund.The con tractor and builder was Ray B.Warren,a member «f the church council The flowers in the church have been given in loving memory f Mr.and Mrs.F.W.Lentz and Miss Olive Lentz by their family areaee prertey wy fu FiVitTi.y Ag ‘4 i DEDICATION SET—The Ault education building,recently completed addition to the St.Paul's Lath.ern church,wil]be opened Sunday,October iL.The photograph shows the addition to the right of thechurch.(Staff phote by Bob Piyier). Se FRIDAY OCT.,9,1953 a St.Paul’s * Good preaching good SingingRoodfoodandgoodfe lical Lutheran church educationalbuildingSunday,October 11.Located about four miles e@astofStatesvilieontheSalisburyroad,the cdiurch wil!observe theformalopeningofitseducationalbuilding,which has Just been completed Known as the Auli Educationbuilding,named in honer of thepastorofthechurchRev.WRBAull,the structure is 72 feet long,has an assembly Seat 100 persons classrooms ind kitchen facilities,The structure is ined tothechurchbyabreezeway The new addition about by the pastor congregationfriendsandtheLutheranBrothe;hood State Loan fund at a cost of$10,000 St.Paul's Lutheran church wasOrganizedin1840byRev.Ben-jamin Arey and the first churchbuildingwasbuiltjustoutofStatesvillenearwhatisnowtheBelmontsectionWhentherail-road came to town,the track waslaidthrougt:the church cemeteryUndertheleadershipofRev.HM.Brown,the present church waserectedonatwo-acre jot donatedbyMr.and Mrs.J.W.Bost.Con.struction of the building started in1885andonenewchurchwasdedi-cated i886 The ladies classroom of the educationalbuildinghasbeenfurnish.ed in memory of Mrs 7 ScottBarkleybyherchildrenRalphReavisofStatesvillepresentedthe |church with an electric Sent room Which wiltwolargeadulttoilet was brought stove in honor of his motherAlongwithotherceremonies Sun-day will he a dedication of thenewelectricorganwhichwaspre.sented to the church last May byChristianGordonSnyderofChambersburg,Pa.Mr.Snyder is theson-in-law of the late Rey.D.§Lentz,a former pastor of thechurch—Howship are !start at 11:15 o'elpromisedforallpersonsattendingtheopeningofSt.Pay!'s Evange- HOMECOMING..Bvervene en Dedication To Be Sunday,Oct.11 Sunday morning worship wij)ock with servicesconductedbyReyVoightR.Cromer,president of Lenoir Rhyne co!):ege, |A fellowship dinner will be seryedonthechurchlawnatlpm|and at 2:30 p,m Dr.F,b.Con|tad,president Of the North CarylinaLutheranSynod,will lead theServiceofdedication MONDAY,OCTOBER 12.1982 h f co oved the old fashioned plenie at the St.PThisisthebesttimeforfriendstohettogetheranddiscussoldtimesandexception,They are,left to rightMrs.Lanier recalled Sunday how she played in|(Staff photo by Bob Plyler), MMS L,,Mrs anter,|ee ot he cn hw eeeee meme aul ‘s Lathecan church Gulley.these three women,beandMra.Nora taltacee,er helped bnildthechurch, a.2PesAas2mle3Aa*rvsbak4~~SSiwal<<Oeeis——Ppp“ 3! for Easter Sun day at St.Paul's Lutheran Church, pr.Aull,r of the ch¢ch who to the jate|The pulletins were dedicated pasto died April 12 The pulletin had the dedication \pers of the congregation during 4 \nim.Mrs.Aull and members ;The picture above was taken \Aull’s portrait to ~=—«St Pa \eo Aull of Charlotte neph in the picture with her husband ¥ '_ message,1 :,mem period memorial to family ne of the prese The portrait was ¢ Aull.Mrs of the st the Ul ul's church WwW of Dr Saonn eat “*,eR edrere eref AMONG OUR CHILDREN New classrooms and adult assembly hall provided in the past year mekes it possible for our children to have & de partmentmental worship service ,with competent teachers and class room space for all groups.Tables and chairs scaled to their size make work more inter- esting and comfortable ani we are now in the process of beautify ing each class room,providing 4 worship center ami storage spece for each.Graded literature from the denomination's publication house is used which gives well rounded courses of training,building up e love end reverence for the church and a sense of brotherhood among Christians at home and abroad.New C ildren's Hymneals provided by the Sunday School will give emphasis to praise through song.An attractive nursery is now being equipped which will be used for both Sunday School and church services -Rurol people bring their babies to church$Th ough perticipetion in programs he children grow to sense 6 reponsibility end &love in service.vefinite training over &perioc time is émphastzed through the study of Luther's catechism and other religious helps.A great aid in evang listic endeavor has been the plan af the pastor to visit in the hore of each child to be confirmed to give %ris training.Not only has the child been helped but the contact with the family is most 4 lpful.Because of the fact that our members are scattered this un- usual plen hes worked to fine auve ntage.Today ow lutheran church is much concerned ebout whe loss between beptism er sonfirmation end means < trengthening +line i ry vital import. Shristien st rdship vangeli h t |++ran ¥re ently q ‘mnched L at rd 3 ir progren for al 1 groups.The 4 1 rer :the s)rch.St 4}4 t he ro est se, taught from the Nursery class ©)!an awakened .an?i >a +}.‘‘north?ity >t it “4 ;A ¥ the extension of the King « v ~et 4a)ure 1 4 ‘etic 4ivV Jove oo - heave included a "Friendship"Christmas tree ena mission projects o7 Vv rious types,along itt remembering those in our ow Children's Homes Our aim is to make our little ones really feel that "It ig morc blessed to give than to receive." A lom range program towera which we shall work is a corordinated program for children in line with the attached diagram. ae .THE CHILDREN'S PROGRAM (Up Throwgh Grode Six! vw den —aa “SUNDAY WEEKDAY VACATION i ror THI GAVE SQHOOL CHURCH SCHOO BURGH SEO!HOME -no .“ -.cerress-“*&~TO raeenTs =. -°- .=»@ rawr -—-@ =worm ac «fz v were es -—«.-eee “ 2 wueseny=*s « ~»=v >rou°;°ce .wi sseees oes 2°= ®ess +o « “@>s -«ss sTewanosmr -=wows-ss - st%@ ‘.®«-tof il 4 or -pa e008 z°°*a:~Tame ~_*=”- a.2 @ —=®<CumsTian ae Z ‘3 FaMmiLy ee -weer eo -— &=‘yi»-=PARENT.%-wanes 7ee)I.s (MarTiNSs &ins er a afte ee &” MOTI MeeeCunoetmsresvene—— aenviry eoceams ;?AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA TO MY FRIEND I have heard that you need pencils in your school.Here is a present from me. I pray to God just as you do.I singVVVVVVVVVVVVY “Jesus Loves Me.” Do you?YVVVVV MAAAAAZ -THEME ~- THEBIBLEJESUS St VACATION CHURCH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT ST.PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH JUNE 14,1953 VACATION CHURCH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT ST.PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCHJUNE14,1953 *Frocossional Onward Christian Soldiors PSH 293 CSB 379-1 &2 vs. Invocation Pastor Aull Twonty-Third Psalm Biblo School Groups Hymm PSH 228 Biblo School Groups Saviour Like A Shopherd Tho Anthom Psalm =2);Intormodinto-Soniors Hymn PSH 154 Lois Linda Gibson,Flieuirt Sing Thom Over Again To Mo STORIES OF FARAWAY TIMB Boginnore I'D LIKE 70 USE IT TOO,Primary A NEW LOOK’AT AN-OLD BOOK Juniors TWENTY BIG CENTURIES Intormodieto-Soniors Bolo Ann Lonts Saluto and Plodgos (Soo opposito pago) To tho Amorican Flag 1 ve.of Amorica To tho Christian Flag Stand Up for Josus 1 ve. To tho Biblo Sing Thom Ovor Again To Mo. 3rd.ve. Announcomont and Offering Prosontation of Hanwork Gifts Hymn PSH 190 CSB 54l-Saviour,Blossod Saviour Romarks Pastor AullHymnPSH121CSB167Lord,Koop use Stondfast SALUTE AND PLEDGES To thoAmorican Fing: I plodgo allogianco to tho flag of tho United States of Amorica,and to tho repuliic for which it stands,One nation indivisiblo,with liberty and justico for alle To tho Christian Flag: I plodgo allogianco to the Christian flagandtothoSaviourforwhoseKingdomitstands,One brothorhood,uniting all man-kind in sorvice and low. To tho Bible: I plodgo allogiance to the Bible and to tho God whoso Word it is -One Book Divino which daily helps mo to lovo,serve andoboyHin. TEACHERS BEGINNERS PRIMARY Mre.e Nollio Be.Williams Mrs.Ray WarronMissMaxinoWilliamsMrs.Coit Sigmon JUNIORS ISTERSE DLATE-SENIOR Miss Mary Lou Lontsz Mres Ce We Knox *Tho congrogation will join in singing. 5 ALm S wi de uy wietiie~ane RR HEMES O NG Oo UR ce wc fTtidaeOe HTHE a: a SPANISH-SPEAKING A M t » Home Mission Class At St.Paul’sNextSundayvesvilleDaily The Women of St.Paul's Luth- eran church on the Salisbury Road are sponsoring a home mission study class at the church on Sun- lay afternoon beginning at 3;30. The leader will be Mrs,B.D. Castor of Albemarle who is Secre- tary of Education and Mission Study in the North Carolina Syno- dical. Participating in this program are women of the other Lutheran churches In this area——St.John’s Statesville,Holy ‘Trinity,Trout- man;Amity Lutheran,Mr.Her- mon and Sharon.The subject will| be “The Church and Human Rights”based on the book “These Rights We Hold”by Brewnlee. Mrs.Castor is an outstanding leader in all phases of women’s work in North Carolina and recent. ly moved from Coneord to Albe- marie where he husband is pastorofSt.Martin's Lutheran ehureh. ees ere cordially invited to afternoon program.Mrs.’C.W.Knox is ident of |St.Paul's Women of the Church.| WO a, ANS A! M RCH ta| N fel ARO Wissious ta theSunday fF LN iat lack ot nwawh Miaivehn 8.Moose,Presidente!the Woman's Move nagprrBoc'ety gaat the United hutheran Church in “America ¥er 47TEACH)NO\Oa19-53-54 \! School ~ t bY most op lack ol ’ lee ' taks ‘ i lan of the tertal ~Vem M ’ |uilaeran rship Women Vita Mrs.Braw ley os au Lasth ‘ve he ¢ Na ne :,“ ) V\+ Li n ; .‘’a rey ‘’\ wa ‘wen e WMS o the SNorly Care ¥hevd at Lenoir Rhyne ( gust 22-24.given delegate Mra.¢ convention sel a e,Hickory Au by the growns W.Kaos The ord trom the standpoint of altendanece and inter eat with prowres noted’in resort on all phases of Womens Work in the la Dp 2 the bus was a discussion « vitiea In connie. educational build pletion adjac cnuren & tion Was given tot coming planned by tion on October thank offering © dedication at this There Waa a fellowship with ft vt io Ue nere plane and acti h’the new arng com present \co lera annual Hlome the congredgsa 11.The quarterly as presented for meetingperiod of "©heat social assia( ed bw her hushand,serving a re freshment made ite cream Brawley are the of St.Paw???enng tive and fartintul the clu plate including home M and Mere idiest memberse ation,wtall ae in the work of Mrs.T.Scott Barkley Died May 9,1949.Aged4years.Transferred to Membership byverchildren,through theWomenoftheChurch, st Paul's Chureh Statesville,N.C Under the lead in attendanc ’ihle .a }. Vee ava sua sale mAs and grounds,giving bor an ney.At and with ea definite program of worshi}m service umer i lan,Wi 4 be sustained.Immediate project w ll be improvement t he emetery,with an unused portion used |"Lord's acre”project.e "Congre I ys"7 planned for all ;,for fellowship al recreation. bd ane aa GOING WEST—Rev.W.B.Aull and Mrs Aull are shown here board ing a westbound train at the loc al station Sunday for Seattle,Wash., where they will attend the biennial convention of the United Luther an Church of America.Mr.Aull,pastor of St.Paul’s church on the Salisbury road,attended the first ULC convention in 1918.A larec part of his conrregation was on hand yesterday to see him and his wife depart.(Record photo by Summers). BID P :a%BLD J ASTON AND MNS.Lh TRIP ACROSS THE UN TRY 4Man sT.PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH SALISBURY ROAD STATESVILLE,N,C. March 16,1954 Dear Friend: ey Our church will observe "Rural Life Sunday"on March 21, at the 11:00 o'clock service and this is a special invitation for you to be with us on that date.A program is being planned tha is unusual and we believe will prove of interest and inspi ration, We should realize a partnership with Ged who provides the t chemicals in the soil and sends the sun and the rain so that the earth may bring forth fruit in its season,The rural church is particularly aware that the earth must have care and that conserv- ation is the answer. Our program will have as main speaker Mr.Roger Murdoch, Iredell County Farm Agent and there will be representatives of the various agricultural agencies who are working for the bettermen of the commnity.In this observance we show an appreciation their work and give emphasis to the values of living in a rural area, Come and worship with us on March 2lst. Sincerely yours, Wk,Rev.W.B.Aull,Pastor. t of STATESVILLE BAILYRECORD |Rural Life Sunday Set Announcement is made by the pastor,Rev,W.B,Aull,that the congregation of St,Paul's Lutheran chureh on the Salisbary road will observe “Rural Life Sunday”at he 11 o'clock serviee on March A program is being planned that ia unusual and should be of erest and inspiration to the community Main speaker will be Roger Mur, toe!lredell county farm agent, and there will be representatives of the various agricultural agencies whe are working for the hetter ment ef the community In this titled “The Gifts of Ruralservice,emphasis is given to the values of living '”a rural area The country church is partacularly aware that the earth must have) are and that conservation the | anawer.Man should realize @ part nership with God whe provides he chemicals in the soll and sends the aun and the rain eo that the earth may bring forth fruit in its Rural Sunday |At St.Paul’s~4 :~y et Rural Life Sunday t¢being 6b served at St.Paul's ladheven ebur jeh Salisbury road,Sunday morn ing at the I!o'clock service,with a large attendance from the sur- |rounding community expected.A ;worship program ‘The Gifts of Rural Life’will have as leader }County Farm Agent Reger Mur- doch,assisted by 8.P.Jones,Fran icles Pressley,Naney Mason and|Martha Stevenson,Halbert Rim.’ mer of Troutman will be guest,|soloist,using dhe ion ‘Thanks |Re to God”By lly|Bringing the servie®to a close will be “The Act of Recognition” led by the pastor,Rev W.RB.Aull jwith Tate Barkely,the Sam C|Troutman family,Maven Warren Phyilis an,and FE.R.Gumembers@fthecongregation,ta ing part :|A special section @&M be resery |ed for representativies of various agricultural agencies,county offi|clals and other leaders who work for community betterment, anmowt@mmen4wwST,PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH SALISBURY ROAD STATESVILLE,N.C. ST.PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA The Reverend W.B,Aull,Pastor THE GIFTS OF RURAL LIFE A Service of Worship for Rural Life Sunday March 21,1954 Prelude Mrs.Virginia Lawson,OrganistCalltoWorshipNancyHoneycuttHymn294"O Worship The King"THE SERVICE The Introit Page 73 or 108 The Collect Page 74 or 108 The Epistle Page 74 or 109 The Gospel Page 74 or 109 The Creed Page 17Hymn292"For The Beauty of The Earth"Announcements Offering Offertory Solo -"Thanks Be to God"Halbert Rimmer THE WONDER OF PARTNERSHIPForwearelabourerstogetherwithGod;Ye are God'shusbandry.I Cor,3:9 Roger Murdoc,County Farm Agent Francis Pressly,Nancy Mason, S.P,Jones Martha Stevenson Greetings from other Special Guests The Act of Recognition:Led by the Pastor The Gift of Bread -Tate Barkley The Gift of Babies-S,C,Troutman Family The Gift of Brains-Maven Warren The Gift of Beauty-Phyllis Stradley The Gift of Brotherhood-E.R.Guy Prayer -Congregation Standing (From Bulletin) Hymn 129 "Beautiful Saviour” The Benediction The Doxology The Postlude "God of Our Fathers" PRAYERForthegreatgiftsofThylowe,we give The thanks,ourFather,and we hereby accept the privilege that is ours.We now enter into partnership with Thee in the buildingofabetterworldwhereallmankindmayliveinpeaceandplenty.Continue to bless us with Thy presence andteachusThywaythatwemaynotdeparttherefrom;weaskintheNameofJesusChrist,our Lord,Amen A HEARTY WELCOME is extended to all friends and visitorswhoworshipwithustodayandweexpressappreciationtoallwhohavehelpedmakeourprogramoneofinterestandinspiration. IMPROVEMENTS AND GIFTS:Wurlitzer electric organ givenbyC.Gordon Snyder as a memorial to his wife;Aull Edu-cational Building erected through generosity of pastor,congregation and friends;women's Bible classroom fur-nished in memory of Mrs.T,Scott Barkley by her family;125 chairs for fellowship hall donated by members of theCuugegrolalion;eiectric cook stove given by Mr.Ralph Reavis as a memorial to his Mother;electric hot waterheaterbyMr.and Mrs,Walter Gibson;candle lighter byMrs.Lucille Dulin Smoot;parish register by mr.Lex G,Barkley;lectern for fellowship hall by Mr.H,H,Sig-mon and lectern Bible by Mrs,R,R,Barkley;Children's Hymnals by the Sunday School, QTHER IMPROVEMENTS include:Church marker,cement androckwalks,with general beautification of lawn andgrounds;purchase of additional woodland behind Church.RECOGNITION IN THE RURAL CHURCH OF THE YEAR CONTEST isourpresentchiefinterest.Win or lose we shal]havethesatisfactionofhonesteffort!Long range projectsinclude:improvement of the old cemetery,with a Lord'sAcreplanforanunusedportion;a church library andnursery;organization of Brotherhood;better organiza-tion and increased activities for children,young peopleandchoir, IMMEDIATE TTEDS ave hymnals which are being contributed as honor gifts or memorials;tables,china and silver.Loose offcring today will go towards these articles. | STATESVILLE DALY RECOR® |Rural Life Sunday Set Announcement is made by the pastor,Rev.W.B.Aull,that the congregation of St.Paul's Lutheran church on the Salisbury road will observe “Rural Life Sunday”at the 11 o'clock service on Mareh 21,A program is being planned is wnusual and should be ofthatandinspirationtotheinterest community Main speaker will be Roger Mur. doch,Lredell county farm agent, and there will be representatives of the various agricultural agencies who are working for the better ment of the commanity,In this service,titled “The Gifts of Raral 1 emphasis is given to the values of living in a rural area. The country chureh is particularly aware that the earth must have are and that conservation ts the anawer.Man should realize a part- hip with God whe provides he chenvicals in the sell and send: e sun and the rain so that the h may bring forth fruit in its ear season |Rural Sunday At St.Paul’s-=" ‘w atcard Rural Life Sunday t#being ae served at St.Paul's Lutheran chur sen Salisbury road,Sunday morn-ing at the 11 o'clock service,with! |?large attendance from the sur- rounding community expected.A worship program ‘The Gifts of Rural Life’will have as leader County Farm Agent Roger Mur-doch,assisted by 8.P.Jones,FrancisPressley,Naney Mason and|Martha Stevenson,Halbert Rim- }mer of Troutman will be guest, |soloist,using dhe “Thanks| |Be to God”By lly|Bringing the servic®to a close will be “The Act of Recognition” led by the pastor,Rev.W.BR.Aull, jwith Tate Barkely,the Sam ¢|Troutman family,Maven Warren,Phyllis y and EF.R.Guy,members af the congregation,tak.ing part :A special section WM be reserv-|ed for representativies of various agricultural agencies,county offi|clals and other leaders who workforcommunitybetterment, ©.9 Statesville Daily Record _Monday March,22,1954aeeacanonsneaenantes 'Rural Life Is Theme For Lutheran Service Rural Life Sunday was obse ved]Presenting these symbelg Were: at St.Paul's Lutheran church Sun-|The Gift of Bread—Tate Barkley; day morn with every pew ox he Gift of Babies--S.C.Trout cupied.Following a wusical pre}man Family;the Gift of Brains, lude by the organist,Mrs,Virginia |Maven Warren;the Gift of Beamty, Lawson,Nancy Honeycutt of Mt |Glavde Young:the Gift of Brother Mourne,Girl Scout and 441 club;hood,E.R.Guy.The congrega- leader,gave the Call te Woe tion then joined in ae prey:; e siemensdany ‘econo BOLL ef TO US This letter of appreciation is self-7 explanatory.Lest the credit be misdirected,however,we would like to point out that it was Bob} Pivier who went out on his day | off to photograph Rutal Life day | events at St.Paul's This newspaper is happy to as-::s sist the churches whenever poss-|ship Halbert Rimmer of Trout-|er of thanks and ph in @er- ible in promoting their services,man sang an offertory solo.)vie toward a world of peace and We ask only that we be not mis-/Thanks Be to God O'Reilly),|plenty understood when we cannot get with Mrs.Rimme ccompat A section was reserved for Spe.| around to all of them.vi Mymne were a Worship the cial representatives of ceva”,&| ‘ng »‘seats the itions and friends including a Here is the letter:Earth”and “Bea Sav Chairman of county board af Ge :To the Editor,County Farm Agent Roger M cation,Tate Leftin;chairman of doch led e progra which county commissioners,John fT, 9 Pi We would like to assure you of as its theme “The Wonder of }Alexande superintendent county Piha the very sincere appreciation we nershiy Mr.Murdoch refe fare department,Brent Youst; have for the fine co-operation to the seripture &“at ;conservation serviee,Jake you gave our St.Pau!community word i8 Grix gift te man and ewart.county health officer,Dr in our program in our rural life |that ma “i work ©God Ernest Wat president of Waywide ©)Sunday.The spirit of the people brtaging forth 0 |at ere eee ee was wonderful and gave assur-5.P “;y Rice:R.F.Do mail ear Yadkin Valley s tien d Car!Pope,representing raanceofworthwhileChristianwsic,Ken Abernethy ;service.trict.aa ‘e »atatios ;It is heartening,too,to know ito man’s respon \work Mr and William Pressley ac- eS nenhaae By *as partn h «cine companied their son,ot and r asize impor-‘enn ¢:vm |the lroup was recogn as hf tance of the service we render,plet H 'the Ma re Farm"family Also th because the Christian home and world he audience was Rev.J.1,Mor- See on —Ps Francis P ev,a ¢;dan,D.D,of Salisbury Sone yorld 1 ng law iding ‘winn {n yo emeritus of Nerth Carolina Luth- 5 >citizens and bringing peace to ORU RAL LIFE SPEAKERS—St.Paul's Lutheran church yesterday observed “Rural Life”Sunday with a |thee ‘n 1 ;,state and lesen oval ™ :the world.program ‘featuring community leaders in age cultare as well as several county officials,§ers shewn ition.now a eat at Erskine! Roger Murdoch,in eo-operstion above are left to right,S.P.Jones,lecal supervis Yadkin Soil Conservation district;Martha Steven |collope,Due \'S.C,was Be with all the poeple nacseiated —ae 7 —4-H club;Roger iurdock,county farm agent;Nancy Mason,presi-re aad 7 ul the pri ,ame ot irede club council;and Francis Pressly,who represented 4-H Youth of America eee oe saa aaa @ with him +gave us a wonderful Eistaff photo by Meh Plyter.)P ca last year lege of world 5 ership and the progam were so greatly ";a .responsibility of America in tead 5 #¥-S4 ne the world toward a lastinSheasedthatsomanyofthe ‘county officials were interested —7 7 oe peace.He stated that the friend in our program and took part in |»and fellowship among the it.We cannot measure the help Hi youth of many lands made poss : that can come from such good 7 :le by the National 4H founda publicity from the press and rad-i is one great step in the com 10 AS even of Ged eative plan fo ‘ng pray we may deserve your (7 the life of the world )good service.f Nancy Mason evident Irede ive Statesville lives from the farm.|97 County 4-H Club couneil,explained >)We have heard some very fine "779 the pledge of that organizatior )words of praise from people in ‘e in a special way to Sun |the county of the very excellent re a day's theme Martha Stevenson ‘spoke net giving her prive © work the Agricultural depart-(97 y ~~ment is doing under the direct- ion of your agent.Iredell ws &7 ‘superior farm,dairy,poultry t 9 and soil program, >Thanks so much for your |photographer and the fine story. wate W.B.Aull Tg Pastor St.Paul "The Little Chureh In The Woods” ning essay oF The Gevernment + Piace in AgricuRure” The Act of Recoenitimn,le’b the pastor,Rev.W.B.Aull,pre sented living «ymbols of the wo der af partnership with Ged gifts of rural life proviced by Tir to teach that man i*a co laborer in the building {H Kingdon COORDINATING the activities of the 21 Iredell 4.4 Clubs is one of the projects of the @ County‘ounci!.Pictured.above are the officers,reading f°om left to right,Joe Cansler,reporter,Troutman:zat ason,president,eee in Kufty,aysi tant reepeat leader,Scotts;Rache|Juemey,sec. ce ee .Ce taloe Statesville Daily Record Here we have one of our firm children " *<TIENT PATIENT—Timmy Fox,five-year-old son of Mr,and ~s.R.V.Fox of the Wayside community,seemed happy and content. ed at Central Carolina Convalescent hospital until régently,One at Iredeil’s first polio victims of 1954,Timmy has been ti the hospital since early January.Despite doctors’estimates that he will need two to three months more treatment,Timmy wants out and he has an excellent reason,He has a twoweek old bahy sister whom he has never seen 4 . 4 an x e °e °‘ed Ye a yn -a os " q et s At =ie .a +)}ye M ¥ ‘es erie cont during AONE 4 e 1 if e Se8 bati x 4 eeMembers af the congregation have cooperated in many cam- paigns am work in connection with the civie life of the community,such as Red Cross, Polio,etc.They have also been most cooperative in the work of farm agents end exten- sion projects,taking a lead in emery plan for comntnity betterment.Stewardship of the soil has been stressed with programs anong all groups. County government officials have often visited the church,es- tablishineg a felling of feélow- ship which will be a strong link in the chain of events vnich bring about good schools, good governmem am law en- forcement.While we believe in the seyaration of churfth and state,we feel that we must without question make our religion felt in the everyday walks of life.A church with vital,dynamic program always brings about better community life far all.The time has passed when people wear their Sunday Religion once a week end lay it aside as they go about their work and play.Our motto should be THE GiIURCGH FOR ALL AND ALL FOR THE CHURCHS The church is a home where the outcas®may come in,& hos pital where thebroken hearted may be healed,a haven where the weary and troubled may find rest. FSi*p ie aanpa7%a recent Merchants’Association parade In Statesville,N.C.,was this float "Christmas ther's Home,”sponsored by St)Paul's congregation outside Statesville.The “actors” ¥r after studying picture of the scene obtained with the help of several ULCA churchmen TO:ST.PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH Mrs.Lois Barkley Knox We wish to express to you our deep appreciation of your cooperation in our Christmas Parade.Your float was ex- cellent with your religious theme well portrayed and de- noted the time,thought and work spent in its production. We extend to you our best wishes for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Cordially yours, Howard C.Bishop, CHRISTMAS PARADE COMMITTEE 4 my)et ating2NNWMoy PAOAI.C wt NryeyNW Mch.8-12: Mch.21: April 7: April ll: April 15: April 18: May 2 : May 2-9 Mey 16 May 24 CALENDAR FOR MARCH,APRIL,MAY 1954ST.PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Lenten Week of Prayer and Self Denial Closing with Worship at church Merch 14, 3:00 P.M.Speaker,Rev.Carrol Yount, Wilkesboro,N.C.° Rural Life Sunday,County Agent Rog Murdoch leader;County officiels and Soil Conservation representatives special guests. Meeting of Women of the Church at home of Mrs.Glenn Barkley,7:45 P.M.Topic "“Whet Lutherans Believe." Palm Sunday -Confirmation class of seven;3%new members to be received by letter. py Week Service at ghurch 7:40 -meditationbythepastorontheLastWordsofChrist. Easter Service and Communion. Study class sponsored by Women of the Church with other groups invited Theme "The Life and Task of the Church around the World."Mrs. John F.Crigler,Charlotte,N.C.,leader "Christien Fami Week"-goel,more familyaltars,more Bible Reading. Lenoir Rhyne College Dey -special guests from the college,fellowship dinner at noon, br.J.Lewis Thornburg,executive director, will bring us a message on Lutheridge.Colored slides will be shown.Musical program to precede this at 7:45. DID YOU KNOW that our pastor has been visiting in the home of every confirmant during the Lenten season, giving religious instruction.This unique method has meant personal contact with the children and parents as well,giving interest and inspiration to the whole femily. News at an early date about orgenization of a Brother-hood.Mr.Percy Troutman,of Holy Trinity,will assist. 40 place settings of stainless steel table ware hes beengivenbyamember,we are nearing our goel fot the 10nicetablesrequiredforourfellowshiphall. |Day of World Prayer Called WASHINGTON (1 iP)—President Eisenhower has called on “‘all/mank 5 f ;men of good will”to join in a world a day of prayer Friday where “Prayer seems to bring closer rt os € together in mutual the people who un tice said the chief connection with the understanding,stpa’iiteinitrac exe utive special day of to find t way tow prayer sponsored by the I ‘peace wa Church of the National Council of dom and the the Churches of Christ in the United *States “yi ’te SPECIAL servick >=)0=5% There “Me 7 «special wor)Pp eervice a St Paul's LutheranchuontheSalisburyreadSuydayafternoonat3o'clock withRev.Carrol!Yount of W Iheshore“*guest speaker,This will bringtoaclosetheanngalWeekofPrayerandselfdenial*fhonsoredbyWomenoftheChurchandfs.Lenten serviee for the whole congregationwiththepublicinvitedherewillbeapecialselec'inne heMrs.Jean Baumgarner Haitheox and Mrs,Virginia Lawson organistRev.Mr.Yount is the father of thesupesintendentoftheIredelltyWelfaredepartment,Brent Y tates ille ec, la nnermost longing af peace peace for men every wie Whe take y of praver aimianty d the goa!of imph of tree nen “i men itly joi” DearFriend:DearFriend~OurwarehousereportstheLutheranWorldReliefisfromyou.Webegtoackn:sfroe4awarebousereportsthettheybavereceved’cs.c7Our'oureportassistanceinthisgreatesocal:ieeeten:fpt:cay‘a;youWebegtoacknowledgeandthankyouforyourkiadeens,bs“alsoaba:-owthatthesegoodswillbeshiebutareatokentothWecanassureyoutha‘assistanceinthisgreatenterpriseeaearliestpossibledate.,::goodswillbesbippedtowartorscountriesatparcelthetheseliestpossibledateAPoe~~oA‘eY’arBi:Yoursverysincerely,“A——s“Sl;C.E.EKrumbbols,Secretary,~~...ot,AdministrationCommittee,aLutheranWorldRelief,Inc.SCR a ls Se earz°ooaVU<aconda°>2=aa=_aod > se.V.E.Zigler inion Senpatade-—_—Printed paper Re jehmuadryS.India oe fil rd [praror tO Aan, rf:os We Jafio— CONTRIBUTION OF GASE OF CANNED MILK Licmute PowtezROCROPCOLLECTGN| rr i Ito :Joo (.:=~.a .horn,*“¢CONIRTBUTION OF CHILDREN OF HE GIURCHTOANNUALSEEDSOFFRIENDSHIPCOLLECTIONSPRING1954 NZBHONBNWScaoVwSo 2 QFtzti>29&hi i :=P 2 ry i 5 §9 n &;Er a;f #¢.;a wc 2 ‘or :3 ac ;g aw : > ou weamyvl 5 : r ©° >4m NJ nN WwW ; i ' ~S n 0 | 7 he F (a - EmperorHirohito of Japan is shown on arecentvisitto JialEn (the Colony of Mercy)at Kumamoto,where Missionary Maud Powlas super- vises the institution she founded.Standing before the children of the school, reading left to right:The Emperor,his Aide,a Japanese Pastor and Miss Maud Powlas.- The children of the Colony,dressed im clothes and aprons made from quilt seraps sent by North Carolina societies,are evidence of the need to continnue sending boxes to our missionaries in Japan. ee cee bestest Miss Clara SULLTV,. Communists releasedwoth MELT SOME OF OUR MI SSENGER FOOD WILI IN ‘AR-AWAY I m and Me.Joh kt.Morgarm N,CG.Mrs.Qeal was gre Lenoir Rhyne College in which she entered the Instit Eastern La .of Yai with her ee where.- pleted one year st yf dap ¢te dapananeselanguabefore in October,:‘ They lived year in Takyp where they eempleted forma!study before.being assigned te Nagoya aret 24 miles southwest of o.Rev ed inandMrs.Deal have been e ert,jaro ee fer .nn atorvathewwespastor of our ”sh . \NDS >OF p sred with Missionar ve Board Member,the |+ @ stories s.ub searchingwe The women sha ' have learned d the year.At Me are willin ,e present,empl being placed @n poln'!it the ‘in pitivate ppm the homes,“Bach uur world today,Allie the one teach one win one Heng OPEN DOORS ere sithrt,all reminded that Gap M ‘f us with wt in a sea of superstition OCG=>1WORLD ACTION around the earth. ea (eohtbooe-Qa Mid.prow See me December 16 4/957. q Ucn wa:)yeobkably Be Kk Chal wr 3 Mhhe OtEL peed tit :(26 pe trio.ad 4)Ave Mee,a 272 a /LevA M Zs bttZ |COPED AOfO GOorL tll h A Kp C7 “A :a<*>+Aaoe AMUAANL272€CL “ny hf _,*a ee ad dee a :| ULY Gag |Aofpe-CO /:S22 £Cat ak alin gece 2 we ),1p vee ft.forheor o Boot.sunday morn:ap t tine ond the Virol works tye 2 Cconvkede ppodus ring the bard daysofuajuatoent.tue to econosic¢ wry /a.Rel,GOL 77 |hottie.LfMt?of :appreciation f '~~ QC J A9 =¢,a 0!Me,Mae GOO are.:|, Loy OKAMGK Ay ~tt 470 Ss hop una ge D 0 an |(ve ak hontl ang marage hws +dae §4 wae Ly "g 74 bott2e RRR ARETE. (hi one LAL Lp Y Abril.4 :rceole ake.of Vibe Me,44 poe ‘Ot yen AS) A al Oool turtle pr Gf Y OC CALA fn “Yad Of.a o 7 fife yet are we lyeAL.flow ta ure , é 4 y Mtl Aye.SAC /y We —tf,A j Jy /Lb.ZA LOW bof , (a #atbth LO HL “fot J 1x peHOOTL A .'G/T ;/7 e N/A rf /‘¥fj A,p 7 yy JU /y J ff ’i Ad 7 7°49 ¥ °; Mf |he ds pti lana Ai Yi l/tly Y f A /\ort 4 i j (ahha.WeRichter”f a 100].Sunsez ave.a Laie yey?Ebina Ad Ali, =eRERRARYSTERNeeBSTEI |—ssssssrasrrsrsssaacmssmcissalalll4eng DEVELOPMENT OF ST.PAUL'S CHURCH AND COMMUNITY STATESVILLE,IREDELL COUNTY,N.C. The St.Paul's Lutheran congregation was established in 1840 and for many years was connected with other small congregations in a perish,all the while receiving only pert time service,first once and then twice a month.In leter years there were three congregations in this perish and St.Paul's was the least of the three. The parish was without a pastor and the people asked the Reverend W,5.Aull to serve them until a leader could be secured.After he had served three months they becam more confident of themselves and asked if he would agree to servs full time.He was pleased with the interest show,and especially with the re- sponse the young people gave,opening the wey for development.On March 19, 1950 Pastor Aull took over as regular minister enabling the people to have church service each Sunday morning.He visited the community often to interest and en- courage all families in building up attendance.‘There was no personage and with a home of his own in Landis,«small tom twenty-five miles away,none was needed so ot truly seemed an Act of Providence thet this arrangement could be made.The year previous to Pastor Aull taking over the totel budget was $1468.00,the con- gregetion offered a salery of $1500.00 with other considerations for traveling expenses.They had opportunity to get aid from the Mission Board but the pastor told the gynod they would not need to eskfor help.Some thought the first thing to plan toward was a parsonage but it was finally decided that an edu et ional building was the most pressing need end this was voted on unanimously.As stated, the year before the church went on &full time basis the totel budget was $1468.00, for the current year it will run to $5000.00,coming through the treasurers and from individuals.The past year's progress includes the completion of en Baw etional at $11,000.00 as the major accomplishment.In addition there hes building valued been general beautification and landscaping of the entire church acreage,,outdoor electric lighting,attrective church marker,gajor items of eo uipment in the new puilding -electric cook stove,electric water heater,chairs for fellowship hell. In addition,eleven lots 100 x 200 adjoining the church property have been pur- chased,valued at $100.00 per lot.‘This will provide parsonage site,play area picnic facilities and en outdoor worship center.The overall plan is to put into effect "Landscaping with a Purpose." During the pest year an electric Wurlitzer organ came as a memorial gift froma friend in far-away Pennsylvania whose Father-in-lew was a son of St.Paul's giving many years of fine service to the Christian ministry.This is giving inspiration in making music e greater part in our worship,dedicated to the glory of God. The Sunday School has doubled in reguler attendance and offerings are in line with this increase.In fact,for the past two years the Sunday School of ferings elong heve run over $1000.00 per year.The additional classrooms in the new building ere a great aid in providing greater activities that come with more room.The church auditorium has been gradually improved and beautified until it has become a place of beauty,to which men,women and children come with ea feeling that it is good to worship in this place of beauty.In a four year period forty-five members have been added to the church roll.This may not seem go large «number to our larger churches but in e small community close to town ami many other churches tiis is &record of which to be proud. Including outside improvemnts im a deep well that furnishes water to our new building,making kitch@ end toilet accommodations an important feature,Parking areas have beon gravaled and permanamt driveway entrances provided.A fine Christian community spirit prevails and visitors from far ani near marvel at the improvement.The stor seeks to help make people heppy as family groups "The earth is theendtomaketheirlivesblessedbymokingthemChristian. Lord's end the fullness thereof,the world end they that dwell therein”If men learns to make wise use of the gifte of God,if they are true stewards in =~ -3 - the giving of time and money the result brings happiness and contentment in a world where real freedom and peace is the greatest need.We can truly say thet everyoie has gained enthusiasm through working together on definite improvement ’projects.When the question arises as to how so much could be done in Go short a period of time the pestor turns to the Book of Books for the answer,“Then I told them of the hand of my God which was good upon me...And they said,Let us rise up end build.So they strengthened their hands for this good work."- Nehemiah 2:18. St.Paul's ‘Statesville,Inaugurates NewExpansi1Program;Enters Sears Contest| St.Paul's,stakeaville,formerly onc of a three-co tion rural parish assumed full self-support,and called the Rev ,B.Aull as pastor in1950.In the periéd since that time ad vancement has made in practi ally every area,ding to a recent report released By the pastor. Progress has gen such,says Pasto: Aull,that this year?the congregation ienteringtheSeat#®Roebuck Foundation contest for the most improved church in one year.The contest closes April ist During the foursyear peried,the re- port indicates,the affendanee at both Sunday School and ehureéh services ha: doubled.Contributions haye grown from less than $1500.00 to more thah $5800.00 vith the total climbing’last year to$8800.00,including special contributions Members added to the churéh mak« 60 per cent of the membership four years ago oe During 9953 an acre and _alMalf of voodland was purchased at the rear f the church ari@ the attractive néw ea cational building,shown abe aserectedandequippedwith"detequipment,hot and cold water,électric kitchen Fenge,and sinks.The which is de sui extra Glas: room space 4 al purpose will also serveum#'@@nter for fellowshi; meetings of @ii’kinds.It is valued at iround $12 00, - °NORTH CAROUINALUTHERAN EXPANSION . —--memeens ss ,Md DOA be Bere a <Ve &tye i,aes4 on « »*es mig ae ¥es JOINS IMPROVEMENT CONTEST—This is the newly improved St.Paul's Lutheran Church on the Salisbury road near States- |ville,The main building,built in 1886,has been extensively remodeled,a new organ installed and a new $10,000 educational building completed.In the four-year period since the church obtained the Rev. MONDAY,APRIL 26,1954 Ot ,oe Fs i EE agien‘ | ek, 'herlotte ObservdAllThingsTaken~In A Day’s Stride =,~We learn anything in a day'sstride.Some man tells us he isaboutreadytotakeatripoutsideourlittleworldboundary,spend an‘evening in another world and?come home the second evening.President Van Dusen,of |nion*Theological Seminary N.Y.givesusoneofthoseamazements,HereVitis:“Religion is gaining ground,‘morality is losing ground.”I wasrelievedhedidnotsay“Christianreligion.’ If he means that Christian reliSionisresponsiblefordeclineinmorals,then I close the door heopens.He mentions a man namedKinseyasauthorityonmoralde cline If we have many nore makingheadlinesandwritingsalaciousliteratureandsuggestingtheirthinkingtothegenerationcomingweneednotbetoomuchamaz-ed at youthful delinquency.It is alittlestrangethatamanwouldsetfiretoatankofgasolineandthenbepuzzledatthefireanddestruction W.B,AULLLandis. Xo” W.B.Aull as its first fulltime pastor,at- tendance has doubled and contributions have increased five-fold.The chereh has entered the Sears Foundation church de- velopment program which issounaes a total of $12,650 fn its search for 13 Rural churches of the year and the Rural Church of the South.(Max Tharpe Photo.) ae. THE RIDGE CITIZEN,JOHNS Thursday.April,29,1954 “Uncle Will”is one of the most remark- able persons we have known.He was 84 vears of age last Mareh.We couldn't |bring ourselves to say 84 years old,be- cause he has the appearance,the energy! and vigor of a man at least thirty years’ younger.\ Four years ago he came out of “retire- ment”and began to supply a little coun- try church that had been struggling to hold up a small end of a parish in which it was associated with a larger church in Statesville.We don't have the member- ship figures either for then or for new, but when we first visited the church a couple of years ago,the auditerium was) only a little more than half filled.This i Jest time we were there,it was so full we! had to sit on the front seat.And by all or) dinary stardards,we were there early en- !ough to have gotten a back seat. |The members of the church ‘are not |wealthy,but the church is now self-sup- porting.Our guess ws that its member- ‘ship it not more than @@@ at the outaide.| We spent a few minutes studying the Sun- day School Statistics board,and figured that the average contribution per member runs about 32c.From al)our experience | in such matters,that represents an aver- jage considerably higher than the aver- age,if we may be permitted an awkward) expression.; The church has recently completed ex- tensive repairs to the church,landscaped the grounds and installed a pump of the automatic variety at their well.Their most| remarkable accomplishment,though,has been the completion of a new $20,000 edu- |cational building,which includes an audi- |torium for the Sunday School,several |class rooms,and a completely equipped kitehen.A picture of the building and an |account of the dedieation appeared ih the |national publication of the Lutheran|chureh a month or so age.And this has _been accomplished under the leadership |of a young man of 84,who has been “re- tired”severa)times,but refuses to re- :main so.} |The congregation has entered the Sears Roebuck fontest for Rural Church Im-provement.We know that the improve-ments Were not made solely for theofwinningthecontest,but w win or not,they will haye the staofknowingthattheyhavesome rableaccomplishmentstotheircredit, ka tn lence ee Crinity Lutheran Church CLAUDE V.DEAL.Pastor Landis,North Carolina mr4)ril .l, ST.PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHUR(Hi R.Hugh Kepley,Pastor WR F.O.1 Newton,N.¢ April 15,1954 Ste Paul's lutheran Statesville Dear Pastor sll: tT have observed with keen interest the lendid progress which Ste Paul's Luthoran Chureh,Sta esville,has made during the past yoare [noreased attendance and ox ntributions,and the erection of 4 attractive Biucational Bus idin with modern fagilities are listed among the idences of your church'‘s rowth and influence in the conmnity.For this I most rtils ©md you ant ir aaj ro obhic 7? soomingly it task a shor >a a yooome a reality hecause the ‘ore *tr and ys .::0):’i ‘te Paul tse "had a mind tk work".(Neh.jar a);m,love a 1 loyait aa borne mach fruit. I extend t ou and Ste Paul's ngrege y artiest ongra ] i ur a mplishments during the past yeare It was mm py priviloge t orve as pastor of Ste Paults for tw yoars,19 )}to 19326. x.Hyg h ke No Y bors 7).aj ‘ COOPERATIVE PX TENSION WORK IN 1ONTH CAROLINA STATE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND HOME ao STATE OF NOT!)CAROL''A GSRIOVELTURE AMD ENC IN PONTH CAROLINA Coun TICS AND ERTENTION BERVICE COUNTY AGENT wOoRK ZTCONOMICS JNITEO STATES OLPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE COOPERATING Rev,W.B.Aull, Statesville,N.c, Dear Pastor Aull:- Two t)or ire¢timesprivilegeofpassingbyyourlittleplant, Permitcongreration,to say that + observe what you,torether withinsoshortatimetoaxethereisadeepfeelingof pass these this an 1 +},lis little + proved and recently I t.Paul's have had the Lutheran church e,88 a forver pastor of this littlewhencenternowand rifty people,have done lovely spot,ratitude passing over me which I Aunabletoexpressinwordswrittenorspoken, I grew up under the care of &rural churchmyself,I have also spent the rreater part of my inistry workingwithruralchurchpeople.I know what a cood rural church centereansforanyruralcomunity, You and your good people certainly deserveuchcommendationforthesplendidworkyouaredoing,ay this forward step and achieve ent inspire you on to createrhingsinthefuture,and ay the efforts of this little con-rregation furnish an example to «a;other rural church people, :the good Lord less al efforts to Fisrlory,is ~y praver, ra ernaldly yours,Phin Py ngaYereJohnL.Mofran $©tL WHIRNANT.CrAlnMan,fey ©W KINARD.OD.vice Crmw&7 BMoOble,stenerany CeCAnN Pitta THe aGQuMER ARDEN,N.C ner Assembly Grounds of the Lutheran Synoda of North Carolina,South Carolina,Georgia-Alabama,and Miasianippt EREV J LEWIS THORNBURG oo BAFOUTIVE DIRECTOR 120 FIFTH AVENUE NWN OF '*‘»‘ce ficKnony,N Ap!il j nade LVD4, Dear Lolet: vongratulational L have never seen the Like of a resurgence ofdiffeandactivityaseyoufolksaredisplayingatSt.aul'a,and nottoomanyyearsagotherewerethosewhosald,"Let'a close down", well well,Lt makes our heart «lad and rejoice with you, he £46rd.,ol May is my Lirst open undAy,and adtually aboutthelastbefore1takeof:for WULNOPIGe@ peru MenULY.s #leareCheckwithrastoraullandletmeKnowiimmeditelyifthiedateisnocceptable,i wii)hola 1t until id hear from you. ‘hen when 1 come down we oan discuss the other items in yourletter.in the meantime ji ¥Lil Gheek about the photoa, Sincerely yours, KL.Ho ¢ J -Lewlia tnoraburett IREDELL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Orrice or SUPERINTENDENT STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA Marc -John’s Lutheran Church Statesville,N.C. LASLEY.Pastor T FRONT ereeer eee tet eset (ONE COUNTY 6102 ~~witnih i W haweely and mam have 'St. ‘e, could at at the It is r con->peroelav n the “< fONE COUNTY 6102 Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church Rev,Paut E.Moose,Pastor ROUTE 6 Salisbury,N.C. March 20,1954 The Rev.W.B.Aull Landis, North Carolina Dear Pastor Aull: Let me take this opportunity to commend you andthemembersofSt.Paul's for the amazing work you havedoneduringthepastyear.When I think of little St.Paul's 19 yre.ago,when I began my ministry there,it is almost unbelieveable that so much progress couldhavebeenmadeduringthelartyear. It was a real pleacure for us to be present atyourHomecomingServicelactFallandseeatfirsthandthebeautifulnewEducationalBuildingandthewonderfulimprovementonyourChurchgrounds.I be-lieve this was done at a cost of about $11,000.It isreallyaninspirationtoseesuchprogress. Not only have you grown materially,but your com-muning membership shows an increase of about 20 percentovertheyearbefore.This,to me,is most in-portant,for it is building the Kingdom of God in theheartsofmen, Let me congratulate you and your congregationagainforthesplendidworkdoneinourMaster's Name,May God continue to bless little st.Paul's, Sincerely yours, a /)’Gaul &Prrvre Paul E.Moose March 18,1954 Rev.W.B.Aull Landis,N.C. Dear Mr.Aull: A copy of your general letter March 16,inviting your neighbors to attend services at St.Paul's on March 21 at 11:00 o'clock,at whichtimeyouwillobserve"Rural Life Sunday".I thank whoever is res- ponsible for giving Mrs.Barger and me a copy of that invitation. The program you have lined up for next Sunday should produce goodresults.More emphasis should be placed on farming by the church andtheschool.Were it not for the fact that we want to be in our ownchurchatthehournamedinyourletter,we would take the opportunityofattendingyourservicesatSt.Paul's. There are many rural people living in the vicinity of St.Paul's whowouldprofitverymuchbyattendingyourRuralLifeservice.|hope your church will be filled to capacity.I do not see how anything but good can result from such a service. With very best wishes,I am, Sincerely, P,.M.Barger PMB:ml Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary Columbia 3,South Carolin "October 31,1953. S&S.WB.Hahn,B.B. 1101 DUKE AVENUE j ‘rkley Knox, t té¢yy?. e - 7 ’ t t aU 4 t .‘ ]— t a 1 a +.4 neas —"; .~)rr +»1 in ‘y y ;L :v a : t >:]ike ;"y : I 1 ’ Y ,,,, 3 . , , ’.’rT , art Irie S :h c - 's ré :.*: , ‘|re Ss i >). V _~. > ‘. . - ‘‘ €>."’ , tpn i¥/ .‘i United Evangelical whittheiinn Synod Of Vorth eon HEADQUARTERS P.O.BOX 240 SALISBURY.N.C. F.L.CONRAD,D.D.July 23,1953 PRESIDENT Mrs.C,W,Knox Statesville North Carolina Dear Mrs,Knox: Please send me two copies of photograph of the Ground-Breaking Service for the new Educational Building,which were taken on Sunday afternoon,I would like to have one for my files and also one to be used in the "North Carolina Lutheran," write up a brief story with regard to d send it to Pastor David F,Cooper, rth Carolina,so that it might orth Carolina Lutheran," I would suggest that you the Ground-Breaking Service an 216 West Probarte Street,Brevard,No be published in the next issue of the It was indeed a thrilling experience to be with you people and to participate in the Ground-Breaking Service on Sunday afternoon. You deserve the commendation of the entire Synod for the aggressiveness manifested in developing the work of St.Paul's Church, With kindest personal regards,I am Cordially yours, A F,L,Conrad L COUNTY TTT pM VOR Be!mab y NEWS (prc 1954 Paul’s Enlists hurch Contest ;Evangelical Lutheran Salisbury road,is in pebuck foundation con- red by Emory Univer- »Rural Church of the day afternoon,May 2,the women of the church will be hostesses to groups from other churches in this area and Mrs.John Crigler of Charlotte will lead a study class FUTURE PLANS on “The Life and Task of the Church Around ‘the World”.Le-} ;h has en noir Rhyne day will be observed |PROJ MTS STARTED BUT NOT COMPLETED sligious work and there’at a later da and on Sunday,Ma an 2 .—os did spirit of community|23,Dr.J.L faeries,aauatve|*ear -servies Ieee See i of entire congregation- among its members,|director,will present Lutherige |elf of these already contributed, smbers alone but for the]showing colored slides of the as-| ty at large.The programs sembly ground.| hed out to include other)faster Sunday was another us| other groups of people)nificant day in the life of the| interests,along spiritual|.ongregation of St.Paul’s Lutheron | erment lines.Recently the)ehurch on the Salisbury road.| observed a Rural Life Sun-)-rhere was a record attendanceof | pa the program was given!simost one hundred in Sunday| hg people in Girl Scout and gehool with an equal number tak-| k with music by young pe0-|ing communion at the 11:00 o'clock| hoirs and with Iredell Coun-)|service,It was an inspiration for | agent Roger Murdock 28)the pastor Rev.W.B.Aull,tohave | for the day.S.P.Jones,number of his family members supervisor of Yadkin V4l-|present,these ineluding his daughb- jl conservation district,and|ter,Mrs.T.B.Lesemann,with her ‘is Pressly,student at Erskine’pushand and two children,Peggy| »and widely known in 41)and Ballard,Jr.of Charleston,S.| were on the program.C.,his nephews,Messrs J.L.Aull and Julian Aull of Johnston,S C.| Completion of furnishings for Fellowship Hall -table silver,dishes and mastonite tables -mare than half of all of these in hand. Completion of various landscaping projects in an overall beautification program,including worship center. Improvement end gradual beautification of old cemetery which 4s little used.Dedication of a two acre section of sam for a lord's Acre Project. Complete setup for 4 Nursery to be used both at Sunday School church has conducted a ; cael and Humbert Aull of the Salisbury|and Church hour. sign of beautification and im-Post,Sslisbury,N.C.Given spec: S al that shows —r ial recognition was Reverend L. —one mg os ”3 “|p.Boland,retired Lutheran min- r heen pep =..ister now of Cleveland,N.C.,a| ry wit -x00's Acre pian,’wonege classmate of Pastor Aull | ch library and nursery,OF \and ordained with him fifty-three ation of a Brotherhood,better |years ago.Rev syond Mr.Boland nization for children’s work)y.5 accompanied by Mrs.Boland fe choir and the work of young)anq also Mr.and Mrs.Larson P. ,le.Boland,Jr.of Barber.The younz| fev.W.B.Aull is the first full |¢F Mrs.Boland is a great graed- pastor of the church and un-daughter of Rev.Benjamin Age? his faithful leadership the under ee ae er rch is growing in interest and was organized In :er out)‘:,‘oa ce.The superintendent ofthe)of town members and friends in Worship center and appropriate appointments for all Suncay Jay School is Mr.Sam c,|cluded Mrs.Grace B.Sloan and School class rooms,promoting yeverence and appreciation tman,Jr.,and Mrs.Virginia |Joe Wagner Smith,Aberdeen;Mrs for the peautiful. son of Landis is the church|Inez B.Hoskins,Asheville;Mr.and nist.Mrs.John J.O’Connor and son, his church has never been a a —Black my geal ‘e one.Situated as it is between)™™™©.”ilkinson and son 1 as sville Cleveland and Salisbury ee ee aaa bal rches,its service has centered |#rs.Jack Sigmon and baby own immediate area,but od son,Albemarle;Mr.and Mrs.Carl| es have been built,new fo)¥:Smith and baby Gail,Atlanta,| have moved in,there has been Ga.Mrs.Lonnie Sprinkle,Bar- ady growth that gives to the |ae ee S.C.,Miss Mary Lou rch today the biggest member-\Colieg ee Lenoir Rhyne it has ever had.It is note-|“ee®mee: ”that in World War IIthis|Lilies in ie eee Meee rch had one-fourth of its adult |in memory of Mr.an rs.J.Alex gregatioA in active service.Barkley,by their children,Mr.and Dn Palm Sunday the church re-|Mrs.T.Scott Barkley,by their ed ten members,seven by con-children,Mr.and Mrs.Joseph M. imation and three by letter.Con-Taylor by Mr.and Mrs.W.F. med were Jerry and Denny Hall,ee yu beg time egg nie Ruth and James Franklin |te a in Sikes ne rkey,Lois Linda Gibson,Loy children ©ec mon,Jr.and Bobby Stevenson.direction of Mrs.Maven Warren transfer,Mr.and Mrs.William and Mrs.Ray Warren. ter Stevenson and Mrs.Jane =oe mS pore Russell.\ During the month of May eer Work toward a church parsonage fund in preparation for pastor's church home when one is needed. Setting up of a church librery for use of all ages. New chancel furniture,complete. Storage facilities for all purposes ~@loir robes,literature, comaunion service,eiter paraments. More femily altars,mare tithers,more Bible study anc other study clesses far all groups. will be a number of special ser- ces for the congregation.On Sun- GENERAL PROGRESS COMMITTEE Name of Church ST,PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Address of Church ROUTE #1,STATESVILLE,N.C. County IREDELL Name of Chairman Mrs.Lois B.Knox Mailing Address e Route #7m Statesville,N.U, In Charge of Better Church Projects _Sam C,Troutman,Jr. In Charge of Better Community Projects Rey B,Werren In Charge of Better World Projects Mrs.Mayen Warren Other Members of the Committee: +.Ms Bark]Ee Re Dan ceeeseeeselllin finAN ceenccerenecenenimenemnae ¥.S.Gibson (Use additional pages if necessary.Include in your "Report Of Progress") IN CONCLUSION We,pastor and people,are deeply grateful for the privilege of having a part in the "Town and Country Development Program"and voice our appreciation to its sponsors.Should we win an award or recognition for a task well done,our hearts will rejoice.But,we can not lose.Through this effort we have reviewed our steps of progress and taken note of long range projects toward which we shall strive.In planning and working together a spirit of fellowship and cooperation is being developed which is bound to strengthen the Church,improve the community and help to build a better world, THE BENEDICTION May the Silence of the hills, The Joy of the winds, The Peace of the fields, The Music of the birds, The Fire of the sun, The Strength of the trees And the Faith of a little child, Speak to us of the Father,Son and Holy Spirit, And may the Triune God draw us into a closer fellowship, AMEN Soarshelf! ing of time and take the easyroadoftherockingchairandcomfortablehouseSlippers,thislanky,likeable “young”mannowhasprefixedtohisnametheverydistinguishedanden-viable title of “Doctor.”ForPayinghonortowhomhonorwasdefinitelydue,thoughDoctorAullhimselfwashap-pily amazed by the action, Meneeat*1 Divinity.The citation,whichwasreadatthetimethishighhonorwasbestowed,stated inPart,“As an unassuming ser-vant of the Lord,a pastor ofdeepconvictionsandsoundjudgment,a wise counselor,re-Sponding to every call for hisservicenomatterhowhum.ble or obscure the Position,William Bowman Aull is pre.sented for special honor andrecognition.” On any Sunday morning,oratanytimeandPlacethatapastorshouldbeperforminghisduties,Doctor Aull,whoadmitshisage,but certainlydoesn’t look it,may be foundstillbusilyengagedinthepro-fession that has been his verylifeformorethanfiftyyears.And the members of the at-tractive St.Paul's churchknowhowtoappreciatetheeffortsoftheirhard-workinghead,for though this churchissmallinsize,it is definitelylargeinachievements. In 1950,this rural church,which in all its 114 years,hadneverbeforehadaregularpastor,called 80 year oldDoc-tor Aull to its Pulpit.Becauseofhisdeeploveforhischosenfield,Doctor Aull had neveractuallyretiredfromthemin-istry,but had continued to He“many men do youknowwhoarestillac-tive in their Profession at theageofeighty-four?.The Rev.Dr.WilliamBowman Aull,be- And because Doctor Aull hasrefusedtogiveintothepass- PhotosbyMaxTharpe Serve the Lutheran Synod asSupplypastorinanumberofchurches,among them his nowregularpastorateofSt.Paul’s.“With his unbounding en.thusiasm even aS a supply~pastor,Pastor Aull (it’s a lit-tle hard for his Congregationtogetusedtotheformattitleof‘Doctor’)had created suchinterestinourchurch,thatfranklywasabouttogounderforlackofactiveleadership,we unhesitatingly called himbackintoregularserviceinSpiteofhisgrandoldage,”Said Mrs.Lois Barkely Knox,President of the women of thechurch.“We realized that herewasamanalittleadvancedinyears,but we know with-out doubt that here also was&consecrated man muchyoungerthanmostinideas cepted the challenge of thischurchfouryearsago,he hasprovedthatitsfaithinhimwasmorethanjustified.ForSt.Paul’s,with a congregationof70membersin1950,hasnowdoubleditsmembershipandisstil]growing in size andimportance,as Statesville israpidlygrowinginthatdirec.tion,making it more of a Sub-urban church than a rural longest in other NorthCarolia towns,including Landis,where Doc ‘ighty-four Years OldATMAHTTMraITTIT By Sue Horner Sample Country Church developmentProgramsponsoredbySearsRoebuckfoundationandEm.ory university.For this outStandingaccomplishment,StPaul’s hasreceivedwidespreadrecognitionandacclaim.Duringthisexpansionprogram,an attractive new building wasaddedtotheoriginalchurchandwaslovinglynamedbythecongregationastheAulleducationalbuilding,and formal!ly dedicated to the cause ofGod. Doctor Aull entered the ministryin1901,after havinggraduatedfromNewberryCollege,near his birthplace inSouthCarolina,with the de-gree of Bachelor of Arts,andfromtheLutheranTheologica)Southern Seminary at Charles.ton,and theChicago Lutheran Service was mountain missionworkinVirginia,and hisfirstNorthCarolinapastoratewasatSt.Mark's in China Grove. in several South CarolinaincludingLoneStar,and Walhalla,hispastorateofall,and church So great has been St.Paul'sachievementsduringthepastfouryearsunderDoctorAull'sleadership,that last spring itwasgivenacovetedthirdPlaceawardinaTownand Since 1950,Doctor Aull,a nabledboththesizeof tor and Mrs.Aull still maintaintheirresidence..He hasServedinvariousSyNodicalpositions,among the:n a six yeartermasSecretaryoftheSouthCarolinaSynod Doctor Aull’s wife,the formerMabelDealofLandis,ap tive South Carolinian,has dou.this church and congregation. aN ‘ ! Dr.A.B.Aull,84-ye -old mi ife i : umes te Statesville”we minister sparks new life into his pears to be just as young and Thecouplelosttheirinherentmod active as her husband esty when asked about theifamily,exclaiming enthusiastically,just as any other parentswould,over their whom at Kinston,N.C.,,where he isanArmyPilotInstructor,and &nurse inthedaughterisCharleston Though Landis is some thirtymilesfromhisPulpitatStPaul's,this distance detersDoctorAullnutonewhit,asisevidencedbyhisfrequentvisitstomembersofhisconeregation.And to prove thatdistancemeansnothingtohimortoMrs.Aull,Just last Ma,they attended the biennial conventionoftheLutheranChurchofAmerica,which washeldinToronto,Canada,“Jtwasarealinspirationatone r a Sixdaughtersandtwosons,all ofarenowlivingindif of the meetings we attendedinCanadatosee8,000 peoploutforareligiousserviceorrainySundayafternoonDoctorAullremarkedinrvferringtothisconferenceWhileonthistriptoCanadaDoctorandMrsAullreturnedtothehauntoftheirhone, And speaking of takingsuchlongtripsattheirages,Doctor Aull Stated,“We aren'texpectingthistriptobeourlast--we are already planningtoattendthenextconventionwhichwillbeheldinHarrisburg,Pa’ This devoted and consecratedoctogenarianistrulymakingmanyyoungerministersoftheLutheranChurch,andotherdenominationsaswellSitupandtakenoticeoftheeffectiveworkheisdoingforthecauseoftheLord St.Paul’s Lutheran church near Statesville,N.C.isshowinggreatprogresswithitsoctogenarianpastor,shown here at thegreetingmem)_s of the Congregation. 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