Christian Chronicle (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 22, No. 34, Ed. 1 Friday, May 28, 1965 Page: 2 of 4
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CHRISTIAN CHRONICLE
What About the Church?
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on Revelation — Lewis
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. —Clarence DeLeech shared
a sermon outiine with
those oresent.
The meeting began at 10 a m.
and ended at noon. A noon meal
wag enjoyed at Wikner Cafete-
ria in Parkersburg.
The next meeting te scheduled
In October with Walter Sexton
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Our purpose was to find out
how they accomplished this., 1
believe we learned much that
wHl help us tremendously to con-
duct a successful area meeting
in 1967.
Several outstanding speakers
were on the program, including
Bob Hoover, Danny Cottrell,
many of our Bill Young, Lloyd Smith, John
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Allen. Alan Bryan and others.
Vital Areas Covvarad
These men discussed such vi-
tal themes as planning, organi-
zation, personal work, advertis-
ing, assignments, budget, physi-
cal facilities, leadership, re-
sponses, fellowship, publicity,
pitfalls to avoid, spiritual im-
plications, etc.
The primary and ultimate
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DeLoach and Stevens Attend
Dallas Campaigns Workshop
By Clarence DeLeach. Jr. MB■■■
Ohio Valley Editor
DALLAS, Tex. — The work- ■
shop on "Conducting Campaigns
for Christ’’ held in Dallas, May
13 and 14, waa truly a thrilling
experience.
Marion Stevens of Lynn Street
congregation tn Parkersburg, W.
Vir., and 1 had the privilege of
attending this workshop
Eighteen states were repre-
sented by preachers, elders, and
other church workers. More
than 100 registered for the work-
shop. Our trip to Dalias was
in conjunction with our
area wide meeting planned for
July of 1967.
We went at the request of the
Lynn Street elders and other
interested brethren to learn
from experienced men how to
go about planning and conduct-
ing such a meeting.
Firsthand Information
We felt it unwise to go into
such a venture blindly, but to
get firsthand information from
those who have conducted suc-
cessful campaigns.
The Dallas evangelists meet-
ing resulted in more than 700
responses, the Memphis meet-
ing more than 600, and the (
Springdale, Arkansas several
hundred each. These meetings
were successful because those
who needed to be baptized were i
gotten to the meeting. 1
The reason so i _ ___ 1_____
meetings fail is simply because Crane, Paul
we do not get those out to the Smith,
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By J. M. Mankin
Several months ago the Readers Digest carried
an article about the "Miracle Valley,” meaning
’ the beautiful, productive Ohio Valley. Business, in-
dustry, and education are looking to this area of
the country for great things.
What about the church?
We realize that this area is rich in Restoration
history with such people as Campbell, Scott, Burnet
and such places as Beth- I
any, New Lisbon, and the ■
Western Reserve. But this I
is mid-way of the challeng- ■
ing 60’s and the church ■
must advance in this time I
too. I think there are things ■
that local congregations ■
can do to enlarge their W®
scope of usefulness. gtia
First, I would suggest I
that each congregation plan ■
for an annual gospel meet-1
ing. I am convinced that I
the day of the "big meet-
ings” are not over, but to-
day we must work, pray,
and sacrifice to have a suc-
cessful effort.
Our own people need a revival of interest in
spiritual things, in love, in fellowship, in dedication,
in loyalty. We can still use this means to reach the
lost for Christ. Often it is well that a congregation
have a “set time” for meetings, usually spring or
fall, so as not to conflict with others nearby.
VBS Suggested
Second, I would strongly recommend that each
congregation have a vacation Bible School in the
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Improvement Desirable _________
Such a class could be aimed at the improve-
ment of the eldership We also desperately need
I classes that help train our Bible teachers. A co-
( operative effort along this line is excellent in many
I areas where four or five classes are devoted
I specialized training at various levels.
Also there is the need for classes in personal
work and visitation. Some members of the church
can best use their talents in this way, but often
they need to be trained. Of course, any class that
fits in the needs of the local program should be a
part of that congregation’s activity.
Works Needed
In the fourth place, I feel that we need to be do-
ing Christian works that would put the name of the
church before the people. This includes help to or-
phans, ministry to shut-ins, fellowship to the lonely
and aged, concern for world missions, interest in
Christian education, use of every available means.
Meeting Held for Belpre Men
BE1ZPRE> 9***° — Several —"The Preaeher and Hw
preachers and other interested
individuals met at the Belpre
church building May 10 for the
tost such program of the year
The final program was a bit
different from previous pro-
grams in that it lasted longer
and contained more varie-
were^is fotk>?ram sp**rt,es
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Biblical Introductions—"
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and young people, as well as adults. It provides the
access into many homes Too. we teach more Bible
in five days than we normally do in classes for a
month or two. *
Vacation Bible schools are also one of the most
effective forms of advertising, apd a means of great
enthusiasm. Both day and night schools can be con-
ducted with signal success.
Third, it seems good to me to be able to have
I some form of leadership glasses each year. It is
well for the preacher or some other qualified per-
' son to have a class for men in training them to
serve in various ways in the congregation. Some-
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Nichols, James W. & DeLoach, Clarence, Jr. Christian Chronicle (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 22, No. 34, Ed. 1 Friday, May 28, 1965, newspaper, May 28, 1965; Abilene, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1313229/m1/2/?q=%22%22~1&rotate=180: accessed July 16, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Abilene Christian University Library.