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Birth Announcements—2B Lifestyles Teddy Bear Christmas Tea held by the Perry United Methodist Women The United Methodist Women of the Perry United Methodist Church held a Teddy Bear Christmas Tea at the church on Dec. 3, 1994. As the members and their young guests entered the sanctuary, they placed a teddy bear on the altar. These 85 bears will be given to the Police Department for use as they comfort children who are in crisis. A special part of this service is the presentation of Baby Memberships honoring children and grandchildren of members. Peggy Jeries presented these for Doris Clay who had recently undergone surgery. The children honored were: Richard Benjamin Walker, Lawrence Cohen Walker, IV, Haley Marie Gelow, Gray Allen Gelow, Applications being accepted for artist teaching posts The Artists-in-Education (AIE) Program of the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) will accept applications from professional artists wishing to teach in Georgia schools and communities during the 1995-% school year. Artists must be professionals in their fields (music, dance, theater, literature and visual arts), and must submit information on a standard application form, due January 30, 1995, with references and work samples. Application packets will be mailed upon request. For an application, contact GCA at 404- 651-7920. “Since we currently have a strong roster in most disciplines ” said AIE Program Director Cary Cleaver, “at this deadline we are hoping to fill specific needs. We especially welcome applications from artists of ethnically diverse backgrounds or whose work represents ethnic diversity, and artists from rural areas of the state.” Area DAR Chapter held meeting at New Perry Hotel Dec. 14 Members of the General Daniel Stewart Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, met at The New Perry Hotel at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, for their Annual Christmas Luncheon. After enjoying a delicxious meal, the ladies were entertained by Lona Bretz Stone, who sang three Christmas songs:; "The Birthday of Ttlentuf In order to give our Customer Service team members time with their families during this holiday season, Davis Company's QWIK STOP #l9 FOOD PLUS #2Ol Houston Lake Road Sam Nunn Blvd. will be closed Christmas Day, December 25th Both stores will re-open on Monday, December 26, at 6:00 a.m. The entire DCI team thanks our customers for their business this past year and extends best wishes for a great 1995! GOOD TIDINGS We wish everyone a wonderful holiday season. And we’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your valued patronage. Merry Cliristm dr Hippy Chmkh Dr. Spurgeon Green and Staff '“f' 987-5080 James Marlin Beeland, 111, William Rowland Jeries, 111, Thomas Hudson Jeries, Nicholas Andrew Kinsley, Zachary John Kinsley, Kristen Anna Ehlers, Samuel Joseph Ehlers, Samuel Joseph Bayless, Joseph McKibben Bayless, James Gillis Persons, 11, Smyth Louise Sexton and Madison Claire Flowers. She also presented five Lifetime Memberships to members honored by their circles. They were: Marie Daugherty, Carrie Hale, Lucy Talton, Dolly Kate Newberry and Grace Pace. The theme for the year has been ‘Touching the Lives of Children.” For the program, Mrs. Bobbie Nelson told a Christmas story to the children and ladies. Applications are also sought to balance the roster in the following disciplines: media arts, music (especially composition), and creative writing. The disciplines of visual arts and theater are strongly represented on the current AIE roster, and it is unlikely that many artists will be added in these disciplines unless they bring cultural diversity to the roster, including African-American, Native American, Asian and Hispanic backgrounds. “Our goal is to create a balanced roster of professional artists interested in sharing their skills and creative insights with students of all ages throughout Georgia,” Cleaver said. “By limiting the size of the roster, we intend to provide more training and technical assistance opportunities for roster artists to expand their teaching skills and understanding of how they contribute to a high-quality a King:, "Gesu Bambino" and "O Holy Night". Grace Cook, who had taught Lona in school, was in charge of the program and introduced Lona. Hostesses were: Grace Cook, Louise Lawson, Evelyn Money and Kay Allen. Gini English is regent of the chapter. jßi ' bl miW* imp Receiving lifetime member ships were Marie Daugherty, Carrie Hale and Lucy Talton. Afterward, in the Fellowship Hall, the children enjoyed a tea party at a special children’s tea table while the ladies had their traditional tea table. Jane Perfect was chairman of die tea, with members from each circle serving as hostesses. education in the arts in Georgia’s schools and communities.” Applications will not be accepted from artists residing outside of Georgia for the January 30, 1995 deadline. STORE CLOSING ■.• CONSOLIDATION SALE Strauther Harris, a 20 year family tradition md for quality jewelry at honest prices is... Hwcuosmig the DOORS at the J. Bryan Store in Houston Mall This magnificent inventory will be sold at the J. Bryan store and all Strauther Harris jf locations at Store Closing Prices! This consolidation is our guarantee to our J customers to continue to offer personal service, quality and value. t| YCMJ pay Dollar IIICT On Selected T' . Fine jewelry *tl Wm exa^leof 1 W RETAILDOLLAR Fine Diamonds Emeralds All Other Merchandise Will Be Sold At IfelKfelli STORE CLOSING PRICES! Rubies Sapphires Bridal and Trio Sets Lustrous Pearls 14kt Gold jewelry and Chains Watches Giftware Wednesday Dec. 21,1994 1B In search of the true celebration of Christmas Christmas began with a celebration as the angels sang on the Judean hill, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men," St. Luke 2:14. Who was that born to the virgin Mary in the animal shelter, wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger? He was the promised seed of the woman that was to bruise the head of the devil: Genesis 3:25. He was die promised seed of Abraham through whom all families of the earth would be blessed: Genesis 12:3. He was the promised sign of God coming to dwell among men: Isaiah 7:14. He was the promised Son of God who would become die Prince of Peace: "For unto us a child is bom, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful. Counsellor, the mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace theere shall be no end, upon 19:10. At last, all Adam's race had a saviour. Only one, but a sure savious: "Neither is there salvadon in any other: for there is none other EVERYTHING ON SALE! All Four Strauther Harris Stores Will Remain Open To Serve Your Fine Jewelry Needs. Sale Prices Good At All 5 Locations! A II Jewelers Houston Mall • Warner Robins ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED Discounts Off Original Retail / Sugg- Retail Prices. 01994SJC® Official Legal Notices—3B Houston Times -Journal Rev. A.C. Truluck Houston Lake Baptist name under heaven given among men, whereby we must he saved", Acts 4:12. Apart from the edperience of Salvation, no one can know die true celebration of Christmas. This the throne of David, and upon His kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and widi justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of die Lord of hosts will perform this", Isaiah 9:6-7. But greatest of all, dial celebration meant a promise of someone to save us from our sins. Sin which meant eternal death for us. But the saviour brought eternal life to us. "And she, Mary, shall bring forth a son, and thou shall call His name JESUS: for He shall save His people from their sins"", St. Matthew 1:21. The certain promise of God fulfilled in His Son. A -faUarrNk r^T^K^JEWELERSX^' OPEN^ Perry Marketplace • Perry Galleria Mall • Centerville Houston Mall • Warner Robins Hatcher Square Mall • Milledgeville saving from sin. "For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost", St. Luke writer used to experience Christmas with overwhelming joy. Santa Claus, fireworks, toys, fruit and family was the highlight of the whole year. However, it was not until the Christmas past my twenty-first birthday that I celebrated Christmas with real joy; because in October of that year, this Christ saviour saved me. Now I know the real joy of Christmas. Did you know that heaven celebrates every time a soul is saved?: "I say unto you that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that, and there is joy in die presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth”, St. Luke 15;7, 10. I hope you know die joy of forgiveness of sin. Only after that joy, can you know the real joy of Christmas. Thought for the week: Joy is spelled: lesus, Qdiers, Yourself. In that order. Classified Deadline for the Wednesday Edition of The Houston Times-Journal is Monday at 12 noon.