Hi, all you kind folks in Readership Land. My name is Angel and I’m a church mouse. I get to see a lot of things most folks are either too busy (or something) to notice.
I overheard this conversation Sunday as some of the parishioners left a local church.
“How could I forget Philippians,” one woman exclaimed. “How could I forget the ‘whatevers’?”
The speaker had used a familiar passage from her favorite book of the Bible - Philippians.
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, bring your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
“Finally, brothers, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – Think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me – put into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.” (Philippians 4:4-9 NIV)
“Well, why shouldn’t Paul be a Pollyanna. He never went through the trials I’m enduring now. Nothing ever went wrong in his life, did it,” another woman asked.
Let’s think – Paul was a prisoner when he wrote to the church at Philippi. He had gone from being a high ranking Jew to being blinded, survived shipwrecks, was bit by a poisonous snake and was beaten, to name some of his problems. And of course, there was that whatever-it-was “thorn in the flesh.”
When troubles come, and they will, let’s try to remember to put into practice Paul’s teachings, rejoice and think about the “whatevers.”
May the God of peace be with you.
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4-H news: Jivin Jacksons
The Jivin Jackson 4-H Club met Nov. 30 and visited Flatrock River Lodge and Millers Merry Manor, singing Christmas carols to the residents.
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Five generations celebrate birthday
Bonnie Crain (center) celebrated her 80th birthday along with five generations of family members: Bonita Abrams, Teri Lynn Copple, Stephanie Copple and Anna Michelle Copple.
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DECEMBER
TUESDAY (12/13)
l The Milroy Research Literary Club will meet at the home of Valerie Wilson
at 7 p.m. Members are reminded to bring a favorite cherished Christmas ornament.and Tell', and to bring a gift for the Christmas grab bag gift exchange. -
RPD Awards
Several Rushville Police officers recently received awards for their service to the community and the department during the past year.
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School menus 121011
Arlington Elementary School
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Breakfast: Cheese omelet, toast, juice, milk.
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church briefs
Main Street Christian Church
Main Street Christian Church announces their Advent and Christmas events and worship services. The overall Christmas theme of services and events, "The Gifts We Bring Honor the King," lifts up the gifts in heart and spirit that we have to offer Christ this Christmas. Series are held at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. -
SLIDESHOW: 10 most dangerous toys
As you shop for the kids and grandkids this holiday season, keep an eye out for potentially dangerous toys. The nonprofit consumer watchdog group World Against Toys Causing Harm, or WATCH, has released its annual list of the 10 worst toys.
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Homemakers On the Go Extension Club
Homemakers On the Go Extension Club met Nov. 15 at the Carthage Library.
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Grieving a loved one during the holidays
The holidays can be a particularly difficult time for anyone who has recently lost a close friend or family member.
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Rush County Community Foundation Thank-a-Teacher
As we enter the holiday season The Rush County Community Foundation wants to remind parents and students in all schools in Rush County that the Rush County Education Fund's Thank-a-Teacher is a great way to honor school system employees during the holidays with a gift that will give forever.
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