Covenanter Witness Vol. 53 - Rparchives.org

TOPEKA: We are sorry to report thatMiss Eleanor Woodburn, after havingrecuperated from virus pneumonia, fellfracturing her shoulder. Although sheisstill confined in the hospital, shewill be returning home soon.ALLEGHENY: Mr. and Mrs. John P.Mitchell left the first of July for theirnew home at Rochester Mills, Pa. Theywill be greatly missed not only forthemselves, but also for their service inthe work of the congregation.COLLEGE HILL: On the second Sabbath evening, of June our congregationworshiped with the Union congregationat Mars. Thirty-two people made thetrip and felt well repaid. Dr. D. H.Elliott led the service and preached thesermon. Several of our members camefrom that area originally.On the third Sabbath evening of themonth our pastor exchanged pulpitswith First Beaver Falls pastor, D. Howard Elliott. This was in keeping witha practice started a year ago and approved by both congregations.On the last Sabbath evening of Juneour congregation worshiped withtheRose Point Congregation. Thirty-sixpeople made the trip from this areaand entered into the quiet worship ofthis fine old country church, Manyspoke with satisfaction of this opportunity to worship with a neighboring congregation. One of our elders, Mr. GlennMcElwain, came from the Rose Pointcongregation originally. We believe thatit is a good thing to visit the brethrenand to see how they do.BEAVER FALLS: A farewell party inhonor of William (Billy) Erath whoenlisted in the Air Force was held inthe Church basement, Friday evening,May 21.BillyAfter an enjoyable programwas presented with a Testamentand an Elgin wrist watch from members of the congregation.STERLING: The Vacation BibleSchool closed June 9 after a two weekssession. Teachers from our Church were :Mrs. Benhardt Fose, Mrs. ChristineMcCrory, Mrs. Louis Wilkey and Mrs.Margaret Reed, Helpers: Mrs. Joe McFarland, Armour McFarland, Mrs. WillBoyd, Dr. A. J. McFarland and MaryAdams.For the first time in the history ofthe PORTLAND congregation, a D.V.B.S. was held, from June 14 to 25. Weare very pleased to report the successof it. The total enrollment was 40, highest attendance 35, and the average attendance was 29.5. The offering duringthe school was $18.52 and on the closing night $15.20. The total, $33.72, isbeing sent for work in the Japanesemission. Our thanks to the followingJuly 21, 1954people who taught in the school and whoare hostesses for refreshments at theclosing program: Mrs. Thomas Chambers, Mrs. John Fonaas, Mrs. M. K.Carson, Mrs. J. D. Carson, Rev. J. D.Carson, and Miss Elizabeth Knight, MissOreta Everett, Miss Isabelle Chambers,and Mrs. Florence Woodruff.GENEVA: At the June social held inthe church yard, our Juniors elected thefollowing officers to serve during thecoming year: President, David Willson;Secretary, Jack McCready; Treasurer,Fred Lathom; Assistant Treasurer,Nancy Ruth McFarland.COLLEGE HILL: Ann and StewartLee took two weeks vacation and visitedher folks in Greeley, Colorado.The Men's Club had a fish fry on theevening of the 22nd. It was plannedfor the park, but because of heavythundershowers was held in the church.Mr. Albert Hardies arranged a tripfor the Boy's Club to the Williams WildLife Farm near New Waterford, Ohio,Saturday, June 26. Two carloads madethe trip and enjoyed the outing verymuch.BLOOMINGTON: Miss Mary LynnStone, who is to be married to RobertMcCracken on July 10 was honoredwith a shower given in the church basement by her aunts Mrs. Virgil Stoneand Miss Maudeline Faris, and hergrandmother Mrs. Paralee Riggs. Thetables were beautifully decorated andMary Lynn received many useful andlovely gifts.On Saturday, June 5, the PORTLANDSabbath School held a picnic at thefarm home of Mr. and Mrs. ThomasChambers. The picnic climaxed a contest for getting new people in the Sabbath School. Carol Kertzman was awarded a Bible for 39 weeks of perfect attendance in Sabbath School on June 20.BEAVER FALLS: Our Spring Communion was observed on Sabbath April25, with John Tweed as assistant. Wewere helped and enriched by all hismessages. The following were receivedinto membership of the congregation ontheir profession of faith: Mrs. MarianBoyce, Mrs. Esther Littell, Mrs. MarthaMcMahan, Joan Young, Evelyn Waite,Linda Rohm, Melvin Javens, RobertLittell, John Mandeville, Gale Shotsingerand Ronnie Wissner.ALLEGHENY: Daily Vacation BibleSchool was held from June 24 throughJuly 2. Although the session was shorter than usual, it was felt that much wasaccomplished and that the attitude ofthe pupils was fine. The pastor, Mr.Kermit Edgar had charge of the school.Mrs. Kermit Edgar, Mrs. HowardGeorge, and Miss Barbara Campbellwere the other teachers. The enrollment was 34, and the average attendance was 25.BLOOMINGTON: Miss Eunice McClurkin gave a very informative lectureon her work in Latakia. The meetingwas held in the basement of the churchand those attending not only enjoyed thelecture and slides but the coolness ofthe basement as well.COLLEGE HILL: Two ordination andinstallation services took place inneighboring congregations during themonth. Robert Tweed was ordained andinstalled pastor. of the Geneva congregation, and J. Paul McCracken wasordained and installed pastor of theEastvale congregation. Several of ourmembers attended both services.GENEVA: Kathleen Aiken and NancyRuth McFarland attended Camp Fernwood the week of July 4th. RachaelFallon spent two days there. All camehome with glowing accounts of the funand fellowship they had.HETHERTON: Lie. John Tweedpreached for Hetherton congregationfive Sabbaths during May and June. Hedelivered very fine sermons and mademany friends while he was with thecongregation. They all wish him God'srichest blessings as he takes up hiswork as pastor at Youngstown.STERLING: C. Y. P. U. had a swimming and ice cream social July 3. 18were present. Douglas Ward, Virginiaand Georgia Wilson, Stafford, andMartha Caskey, Clarinda, were guests.TOPEKA: The congregation enjoyeda 5th of July picnic at Forrest Park.The men worked up a real sweat playing ball and the children had a big timeplaying games.COLLEGE HILL: Several of ourmembers attended open house at theWest Mayfield chapel June 4. Manywere surprised at the improvmentswhich have been made in the building.Refreshments were served from the newkitchen. The new basement added greatly to the facilities of the Vacation Bibleschool. The school was small this yearbecause of vacations, but the trainingof the children in Bible was up to par.ALLEGHENY: Sabbath, June 27, wasour Children's Day Service. Members ofthe Beginners, Primary, Junior, Intermediate, and Young People's classes allhad a part in the program. Attendanceawards were presented by the Superintendent of the Sabbath School, Mr.Donald Fox. Ruth Bennett and MaryAnn Windisch of the Beginners' classreceived Testaments for having said all47