ST. JOHN’S A. M. E. CHURCH “The Friendly Church.” Rev. L. P. Bryant, Pastor Sunday, March 10, was a line day at St. John’s. Iiev. Bryant preached both servises. 1 he at tendance and- collections Were fair. The Sunday School attendance is still improving. The men’s Bible Class is still inviting you men to come and be a part of it. The Christian Endeavor, at 6 p. in., each Sunday invites both young and grown-ups to come to its meetings. Rev. Thomas Ruck er is very anxious to build up the attendance of the Endeavor. The Wednesday night prayer meetings are very interesting to those who are attending. Why not come and get the spiritual food that is in s.ore for you! The prayers in the meeting are all to gether voluntary, no one is called on to pray. That, in itself, adds a deal to the interest of the meet ing. Nex Sunday, March, 17, is Quar terly Meeting Day. The pastor and officers are very anxious that all the reports come in good and on time. If you arc behind with your obligations, please try and get them all paid up. Now ,tlie time for the closing of the Rally is drawing near, and some have not paid their captain anything. Sec your captain, and pay a little along at the time, and it will not seem so hard. Sunday, March 31, at 3 p. m., is the time and date set for the big spring musical at St. John s when- a'l the leading colored church choirs of Omaha will be the guests of St. John’s. This promises to be one of- -the most interesting rnusial events of the year. This will lie one event you cannot afford to miss. Come and see all these choirs. March in and give yourself a great musical treat, and a Gospel message through song. Visitors are always welcome to St. John’s Mrs. L. L. MeVay reporter. ST. BENEDICT’S PARISH NOTES. By a special permission, the blessed sacrament is being kept up the altar during the lenten sea son. It is remarkable what a dif ference the presence of our Lora can make in any place he abides. The Holy Name Society receiv ed communion in a body last Sun day, and almost the entire organi zation had breakfast with the Altar Society in the dining hall after the mass. Father Wilwerd ing, was the guest of honor. The Altar Society entertained its members and a few friends tft a small pre-lenten party, at the lioine of Mrs. Henerietta C laxton, early last week. The hostesses were thanked for a very enjoy able evening. Mesdames Redmon, Glass, Car penter, Bass. Cosby and Claxton, were responsible for the delicious supper served, after many rubbers of bridge. One of the famous St. Bene dict’s Chicken dinners will be given Sunday. March 24 in the school dining hall. This dinner will be personally supervised by Mrs. T. P. Mahammitt, the well known Cateress, and instructor under the vocational classes, spon sored by the Board of Education. Don’t forget the date, March 24th, from 12:00 to 8:00. Lenten devotions are being held every Wednesday and Friday nights. You are invited to attend. Six members of the Altar So ciety made their monthly visit to the Douglas county hospital last Sunday afternoon, carrying Cath olic literature and fresh fruit to all the colored patients in the sick and T. B. wards. The children are being prepared to render a program of songs and music at the next meeting of the P. T. A., by Miss Willis, the music teacher, sponsored by the princip al. Sister Mary Edith. MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday school was opened on time with the superintendent Mrs. A. J. Johnson in charge. All teachers were at their post. The Sunday school is sponsoring a contest. Miss Zelma Prutt and Andrew Johnson are the contest ants. At 11 a. m. praise service was conducted by the deacon board. The pastor then ascended the pul pit. He chose for his subject. “A Wonderful Counselor.” Lesson, text, Isaiah, 9:6 chapter and 6th verse. The spirit was high our The junior B. Y. P. U. was clos ed Sunday with a grand success. One of the main attractions was a Hog Killing contest contest be tween Little Audry Maurice Wil liams and Little Miss Loraine Morris. Audry Maurice proved himself a master Hog Killer, when; it took only one blow for him! to kill his hog, while it took sev eral for little. Miss Morris. A splendid program was then ren dered. Among the numbers was a solo by Deacon Wilson, whom is konwn as “Daddy Wilson.” He sang and demonstrated, I’m Go ing Through. It was enjoyed by all. Dad is fast approaching his seventy-ninth bir.hday, but he is still active and willing to help put the program over. Gera'dine Hayden, the junior B. Y. P. U. president, gave a very timely talk on the behavior of the behavor of he junior B. Y. P. U. Master Jay Lee McGee .the nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. McGee, served as master of ceremonies for the juniors. He handled the pro gram with the skill of a veteran. The juniors went over the top financially. Their ogal was set for $20.00 and they went over the goal raising $22.59. At 8 p. m. ihe Rev. J. Riggins, of Salem Baptist Church, brought to us a wonderful sermon. His subject was, “Without Confession of Christ, He will not own You.” Last week Mrs. V. B. Lewis was the hostess to both the Heart to Hear, and the Willing Workers Clubs. We are proud to say that the clubs are progressing nicely. On Sunday, March 17, there will lie a tea given by the Sunday School at the home of Mr. An drew Johnsen, 2617 Parker St. All are invited to attend. Come to Morning Siar. You are welcome. Rev. F. B. Banks, pastor, Mrs. G. AY. Stromile, reported ST. LUKE’S BAPTIST CHURCH. 2528 Lake St. Rev. J. C. Crowder, pastor. Prayer meeting every Wednes day evening. 7:30, Mission meet ing every Tuesday at 2:00 p. m. Subject for Sunday March 3, at 8 o’clock. Servie was “The Blood Will Make You Clean.” Sunday school, 9:30. Service, 11:00. B. Y. P. U., 6:30, Service, 8:00. The St. Luke’s Baptist Mission will hold its monthly program Sunday, March 24th. at 3 p. m. at the church. A lovely program is planned for the afternoon. A few high-lights on the program are the girls’ quartette from Rev. Johnson’s Spiritualist Church. Mother Wilson will give a short talk. She is a member of the Morning Star. Mrs. Austin, from Pleasant Green, will have a paper. Mrs. Avgnt, of Pilgrim will also have a paper. Lincoln Spencer, from Pleasant Green, will offer a piano solo. Mrs. Morris will act as mistress of ceremonies. Her two small daughters, Lorrine and Agnes, will respond behind Lucille Ren frew, who will offer the weleomp address. These are just a few of the interesting events of the pro gram. All are invited. M ETROPOLITAN SPIRITUAL CHURCH. I Sunday school opened at its usual time, 1:30 p. m., with the president, Mrs. Arnold in charge. Rev. Arnold took his text from Galatians, 6:14. the subject of which was “Glory in the Cross.” All visitors are welcome. We have services each Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday nights. The sick list includes, Mrs Jack son and mother Houlcher. Mrs., G. Peoples is able to be in service again. —— SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH. 22nd and Seward Sts. Rev. E. H. Hilson, pastor Sunday school was opened at 9:30 with the assistant superinten dent in charge. The lesson, “Peter Preaches to Gentiles.” was splendidly reviewed by Elder Pettis . During the 11 o’clock service, the spiritual aspect was very good. Elder Pettis preahed both morning and evening. He preach ed a wonderful sermon from the subject, “The New and Old Cove nant, Hebrew, 10:8. His sermon contained good logic and practical views. “Through the disobedien ce of one everlasting life was granted us all. The gospel is only for those who are unsaved.” Sunday was nice, and the visit ors were present in quite a large number. They were Miss Irene Harrold, Miss Ceola Nelson, Mr. Carl Davis, Miss Zola Franklin, of Pilgrim, Mr. Scott, of Pleasant Green, Mr. H. M. Salughter, of Mt. Cavalry in Muskogee, Okla., and Dr. A. S. Mayfield, also of Muskogee. The Mission Circle convened at the residence of Mrs. A. D. Turn er, 1605 N. 27th St. Wednesday afternoon. Mr. J. W. Harrison, is not yet through thanking his many friends for their kindness during his illness. Mrs. Onie Redden i* sail ill at her home. The prayers of all the church are with her, and with Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy, whose son went to St. Joseph’s hospitals to undergo an operation. The funeral secretary of the B. Y. P. U. Miss Mae Vaughn was a member of the March graduat ing class of Technical High School. Group No. 1, presented a very pleasing program. Mr. Young gave the opening address, and the Mystery Quartette rendered two selections with Mr. Henderson making the closing remarks. The passage of scripture for tie/ evening service was Colossians, 1 :26 ‘‘The Mysteries Hidden From Generations and From Ages, Is Now Made Manifest to The Saints.” This sermon proved very fruitful. Visitors as well as mem bers are always welcome to Salem. Bertha Pa.terson, reporter. CAMPCHATTER Company 1728. Liberty, Missouri I am very sorry not to get in the news for the last two weeks. How ever, I have been kept so busy that I haven’t had the time. We are expecting more boys in camp by April 6. To the newly en rolled, and to the over sixty-eight thousand men who have hoisted an chor and set sail for a three month’s cruise in the C.C.C. this message is intended. It is from an old timer, or vet, as they are called, who has been through the mill. He was one of the first to enroll in the corps back in April, 1933, and who has re-enrolled twice. It is a hard life, at first, and tough going, but after three months, in which men will lead an entirely differ ent life than they ever could imagine, they find their niche in the world, and begin to prepare themselves for their future work, and to become better American Citizens. The C. C. C- Camp offers numerous opportunities, also. While doing your daily work, you still learn much. Some build roads, work on erosion' projects, plant trees and radicate disease. The foresters, under whom you work, will be glad to teach you all they can. One gets the chance to study na ture and its extraordnary accomplish ments. Then, too, the foresters, camp superintendents, army officers and local teachers are devoting much time to teaching various courses in camp. There are classes in short wave radio, typing, auto mechanics, and many other interesting classes. There are various sport activities in which one may participate- The recreation halls have special reading rooms for those who wish to spend a quiet evening with their favorite author. Harry Sampson, Reporter PROVERBS AND PARABLES By. A- B. Mann. (For The Literary Service Bureau ) The Mill and The Water “The mill cannot run with the water that is passed,” is one of the many reminders that loss comes through delay. “Seize time by the forelock”, “Do it now”, Be wise today, are expressions which convey the same lesson of timeliness. The idea is of the old-time mill on the bank of a stream, and with the great wheel forced on by the water of the stream. When the water has turned the wheel and has gone on in course down stream, no human power can bring it back for use again in turning the wheel. So, an opportunity once past is forever passed. But as there is more water up stream that may be used to turn the wheel there are other opportunities to be utilized. Under these conditions one should not become discouraged and despair when opportunities are past, but lay hold on those which follew. HAPPINESS in SERVICE By R. A. Adams (For The Literary Service Bureau ) No matter what others may boast, The thing which I would covet most, Though oft denied what I deserve, Is just the privilege to serve No matter what may be my lot, Not e’en a tittle or a jot From line of duty I would swerve, Happy that it is mine to serve. Though heavy be my load of care. Which none in sympathy will share, Struggling and straining every nerve 111 t alter not, but gladly serve. The path of life may rugged be, And end impossible to see, Yet, spite of grade and dang’rous curve, I’ll press my way and gladly serve. I SUNDAY j International II SCHOOL' *:* LESSON-:-; By REV. P. B. FITZWATER, D. D„ Mmbtr of Faculty, lfoody Blblo Institute of Chicago, c Weatorn Nawapaper Union. Lesson for March 17 PETER DELIVERED FROM • PRI80N LESSON TEXT—Acta 12:1-1#. GOLDEN TEXT—But prayer was made without ceasing of the church Unto God for him. Acts 12:5b. PRIMARY TOPIC—How Peter Was Freed From Prison. JUNIOR TOPIC—How Peter Was Delivered From Prison. INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—How Prayer Helps. YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—The Power of United Prayer. The young church had met and overcome some serious difficulties. She first had to face religious perse cution at the hands of Jews. Then came Internal troubles as to the support of certain widows. The separating wall of Pharisaical legal ism was broken down in the admis sion of Gentiles into the church, but finally she had to meet the naked sword of civil authority. Through all these tests she was more than conqueror. I. Peter's Imprisonment (vv. 1-4). 1. By whom (v. 1). Herod, the grandson of the wicked Herod who slew the innocent children of Beth lehem. His half-sister, Herodias, secured the death of John the Bap tist 2. The reason (v. 3). It was to gain the favor of the Jews. Herod , was not a Jew but an Edomite. Therefore, he knew that his success was dependent upon his having the good will of the Jews. He seems not particularly to have hated the church, but to have loved popular ity, for the sake of which he mani fested a deep sympathy for degen erate Judaism. Since the church had so developed as to be a success ful rival of Judaism, he saw an op portunity to curry favor with the j Jews by putting forth his hands against it. 3. The method (v. 4). He was arrested, put into prison and guard ed by sixteen soldiers, one group o* i four for each watch of the night. Humanly speaking it was impossi ble to escape. They had doubtless heard of Peter’s escape from jail be fore, so they thought they would take no risks this time. However, | they reckoned without God II. The Church of God in Prayer (v. T>). The church was at a crisis. James, one of the brethren of the church. was dead, and Peter, the most prom- J lnent of all, was In prison. In this desperate strait, they betook them- j selves to prayer. This was a note worthy prayer. 1. It was unto God. All true 1 prayer is unto God. 2. It was united prayer. There is peculiar power in the united prayer of God’s people. 3. It was more than unceasing prayer. It was the intensely earn est desire of the soul stretched to ward God. 4. It was definite prayer. They specifically offered prayer to God for Peter. III. Peter Delivered by an Angel (w. 6-11). This occurred the night before Herod’s plan to make a public dis play of him. 1. Peter sleeping (v. 6). This shows that he was not disturbed over the matter. The Lord keeps In perfect peace those whose minds are stayed on him (Isa. 26:3). 2. Peter leaves the prison (vv. 7 10). A heavenly light shone In the prison. The angel smote Peter on the side. The chains fell off. Peter put on his clothes and passed by one guard after another, througn the iron gate and Into the city. The whole transaction was orderly and leisurely, showing that God is not in a hurry. 3. The effect upon Peter (v. 11). [ Although the matter was so wonder ful to Peter, who thought himself in a vision, when he came to him self he knew that God had miracu lously delivered him from Herod’s wicked hands. IV. Unconscious Unbelief (vv. 12-19). 1. The behavior of Peter and the church (vv. 12-17). Peter went to the house of Mary and knocked. The knock was answered by Ithoda, who was so overjoyed that she for got to open the gate, and went right in and told them that Peter was at the gate. The disciples were not prepared for such good news, even accusing Ifsr of madness. She, un daunted, insisted. They offered as an explanation that perhaps it might be Peter's guardian angel in bis likeness. Peter rehearsed unto them the Lord's dealing with him. 2. The behavior of the soldiers (w. 18, 19). There was great agita tion among them as to what had be come of Peter. This was a serious matter, since they were responsible for him. Not being able to account for Peter’s escape, Herod command ed that they ne put to death. After this, Herod went down to Caesarea, where he was adored as a god. I’.e cause he arrogated this honor to himself, the Ixird smote him. Herod died, but the word of the Lord grew and multiplied. SWEET GEORGIA BROWN HAIR DRESSING Men and Wvmen earn up to *35 a week as agents lor Sweet Georgia Brown Hair Dressing, Face Powder, Bleach Cream; -SOT products. Just send name and address for FREE SAMPLE and Money-Making [Agent's offer. Write Quick I Valmor Prod ■ffV c»- 5«p‘- *lfi- Cottage Grove Ava, Chicago, BL, V.&Jk. CALIF. NEWS MONROVIA, CALIFORNIA NEWS Miss H. Robinson, 1246 Sherman Avenue entertained about fifty friends at a birthday party. They wined and dined and all had a good time. Mi. R. El Springfield, Miss H. Rob inson and many other Monrovians at tended the handicap race on February 23rd, 1935. Miss'M. Bonner, Miss H. Robinson, and Mrs. R. E. Springfield were guests of Mrs. Murray at a buffet supper in Pasadena. Miss Naomi Crosley, who has been in New Orleans, has returned to our city. We are still trying to pick them and have a few more days to try our luck, or no luck. Mr. D. Francis, who is making his home with Mr. and Mrs. Cooper, 312 E. Walnut, knows the race game and is giving many people good advice, for which we thank him. TO FIGHT DISCRIMINATION IN ECONOMIC SECURITY BILL New York, March 14—The Ibib lic Affairs Committee of the Na tional Board of ihe Young Wom en’s Shristian Association has written to President Roosevelt hat it is “encouraging its large membership to continue to give concentrated study to the various sections of the proposed Economic Security bill, in order that there may be an intelligent public opinion regarding this important measure.” “Our study of the hill from the point of view of justice to the Negro race leads us to believe,” the letter continues, “that the bill should be strengthened by the addition of provisions against dis crimination on account of race, creed or color n the administra tion of all benefits.” The N. A. A. C. P. which is lead ing the fight on the racial discri minatons in the bill ,s condemning the plan to exclude farm, domestic and casual workers from its pro visions. FORCE HOTELS TO HOUSE DELEGATES . Springfield, 111., March 14.— In the shadow of the burial place of Abrahitm Lincoln, and under the nose of the Governor of the State, delegates to the Conference for the Repeal of the Criminal Syndicalist Law forced hotels and restaurants, which refused t