Page 6, Portland Observer, November 18, 1987
Methodist News Briefs
New Curriculum for UM Church
A new Black church ministries curriculum launched by United Theo
logical Seminary here in Dayton, Ohio, is an attempt to teach future
United Methodist pastors how to make cross-racial ministries and commu
nity action work and foster related understanding and Christian commit
ment.
Beginning in fall 1988, students working for master of divinity degrees
at United — one of 13 United Methodist-related seminaries — will be re
quired to take at least one course in the Black church ministries program.
Offerings include preaching, Black church history, social ethics and Black
theology.
Although the courses are required for M. Div. candidates, they are
open to any United students. Of the 298 students in degree programs in
United, 21 percent are people of color, and most of those are Black.
Rev. W eidman Named "C om m unicator of Year"
The Rev. Judith L. Weidman of New York, editor and director of the
interfaith Religious News Service, was named "Communicator of the Year
by the United Methodist Association of Communicators.
Ms. Weidman was also one of seven denominational communicators
who received top media citations at the association's annual awards dinner.
In selecting Dr. Weidman for the honor, the judging panel noted her
significant contributions to Religious News Service (RNS) since becoming
its head three years ago. Facing financial collapse, RNS had been taken
over by the United Methodist Reporter organization based in Dallas.
Florida Memorial College
Press Publishes History of
the Black Baptists of Florida
"History of the Black Baptists of Florida, 1850-1985," just published
by the Florida Memorial College Press, Miami, FL, is an engaging and
inspiring account of the "N egro" movement and black Baptists in the State
of Florida, and the unfolding of Florida Memorial College. This work chro
nicles the important events and personalities which have played a signifi
cant role in Florida black Baptist history since the ordination of the first
black preacher in the State, Elder James Page.
The book, which contains many photographs and illustrations, in
cludes highlights of the Missionary, Primitive and Free Will Baptists in the
State, the story of the development of Florida Memorial College, the socio
economic milieu within which the denomination has moved forward, the
interracial organization relationships, and accounts of current movements
and leading men and women involved.
The book began with the late Rev. Dr. George P. McKinney, Sr., pre
sident of the Baptist General State Convention of Florida and of Florida
Memorial College (Like Oak), and was continued by his son, the Rev. Dr.
Richard I. McKinney, professor of Philosophy Emeritus, Morgan State Uni
versity, who completed his high school education at the Florida Institute,
now Florida Memorial College. He received his bachelors degree at More
house College, the B.D. degree at Andover Newton Theological School
and the Ph.D. at Yale University.
Other publications authored by Rev. Richard I. McKinney include
"Religion in Higher Education Among Negroes" and the "History of the
First Baptist Church, Charlottesville, Virginia 1863-1980."
Commenting on the book, Florida Memorial College President Willie
C. Robinson said, "this fills a vital gap in the history of the Baptists in the
State of Florida and fastens the College to a rare brand of courage and
faith."
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The Rev. Dr. Lester T. Whitelocke, Florida Memorial College s Howard
Thurman Professor of Religion, said, "the History of the Black Baptists of
Florida' is one of the most scholarly and informative books of its kind. The
author has gone to great length to research original sources and has docu
mented factual and non-controversial information regarding the Baptists
roots." Dr. Whitelocke gives the book a high rating as a seminar and theo
logical resource on the founding of the black Baptists of Florida.
Twi-Light Tea
The Mt. Olive Grand Chapter, O.E.S. of Oregon, Past Matrons' Council
will hold their Twi-Light Tea Sunday, November 22, 1987, from 5:00 p.m. to
8 90 p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Sylvester, 3143 N.E. 14th
Avenue, Portland, Oregon.
P.G.M. Julia M. Ganter is Chairman of the council and P.M. Luella
Jackmon is Chairman of the event.
Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration
St. Andrew Church is hosting its
2nd Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
and all are invited. It will be held
at the St. Andrew Community Cen
ter, 4940 N.E. 8th (off Alberta),
from 1:00-3:00 on Nov. 26, Thanks-
Black Press an
Church Urged to
Unite in War
on Drugs
works."
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Dr. Gordon was referring to the "Free Yourself..." concert in Pasadena
year before last presented by Pasadena's Black churches in cooperation
with the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Gazette. Featuring Natalie
Cole, Billy Davis, Jr. and Marilyn McCoo and Chuck Jackson, it was at
tended by about 1,500, of which 61 came forward for counseling and refer
ral by church members who had been trained for the occasion.
"Our Community newspapers can be the catalyst everywhere, putting
the "Free Youself..." Blueprint into action," says Gordon. "Where else but
the Church can we find such a willing cadre of workers, committed to com
bat the moral evil of drugs? Like you, the publishers, they want to do some
thing about it. But the Church is skirted by government-funded drug abuse
programs because they do not understand the central, cultural role the
Church occupies in our Communities."
"By re kindling the historic reliance upon one another of the Black
press and the Church, we can take a giant step in this 'war' together. And I
am willing to share the "Free Yourself..." Blueprint with anyone who wants
to use it."
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125th Church Anniversary
The First African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church of Portland, Ore
gon, celebrates their 125th Church Anniversary. Rev. Willie B. Smith is
the present Pastor. The celebration will take place November 18-22, 1987,
at their present location 4304 N. Vancouver Avenue. Theme: "Jesus the
Light of the W orld."
The Rt. Rev. Herman L. Anderson, Presiding Bishop, Ninth Episcopal
District of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, will be the guest
speaker of this honorable milestone on Sunday, November 22, at the 11:00
a.m. morning worshop service.
This historic Church formed in Portland, Oregon, in the year 1862 in
the home of Mary Carr, would graciously like to invite past members and
community of the Greater Portland area to join them during this prestigious
event. Worship programs are planned Wednesday through Friday evenings
beginning at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, November 21, in the social hall of
this great church, a banquet honoring present members with Thirty years or
more of faithful service will be held at 6:00 p.m.
For further information, you may contact the Church Office at 287-
1969
We Want to Help
Parent Child Services, Inc. is a 5013C agency that serves low-income
families in Multnomah County with children aged 0-3 years.
"Parent Child Services will be serving USDA reimbursed meals twice
per day commencing 10/6/87. The benefits of this program are available to
all enrolled children without regard to race, color, sex, handicap, age or
Parent Child Services, Inc. is located at 909 N.E. 52nd Avenue, Port
land, Oregon 97213. Contact them at (503) 284-6267.
ALLEN TEMPLE CME CHURCH
Corner of 8th and Skidmore
giving Day. Families and friends,
come together to celebrate in a
community setting — at no costl
If you would like to volunteer to help
serve or to donate food, please con
tact Jerry Nihill at 281-1005.
cers for 1988.
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The Caucus' purpose is to plan and coordinate activities for Black
Catholics in the church environment, train and sensitize white clergy an
religous providers, provide advice and guidance for the Bishops on pro
grams and strategies that affect the Black community.
Everyone is welcome to attend both the Mass and the meeting.
Scholarship Deadline
High school students who are interested in applying for $1,000 college
scholarships should request applications by December 1 1J®7 from
tional Communications Scholarship Foundation, 721 N. McKinley Road
Lake Forest, Illinois 60045. To receive an application, students should send
a note stating their name, address, city, state and zip code, approximate
grade point average and year of graduation.
"Bethel Bakers" Sale
The "Bethel Bakers" of Bethel Lutheran Church will hold their annual
Bake Sale from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, November 21, 1987, at
the church, 5658 N. Denver & Jessup.
Baked goods, lefse and Scandinavian pastries will be for sale. There
will be demonstrations of lefse-baking and Krumkake-making.
Lunch of homemade soup and sandwiches, pie, coffee or tea will be
served. Everyone is welcome.
DENTAL CARE YOUR
FAMILY CAN COUNTON.
Edward E. Ward, DMD
General Dentistry
• Prevention oriented
• Friendly professional staff
• Insurance gladly accepted
• Sedation for sensitive patients
• Fees discussed prior to treatment
• Visa/Mastercard accepted
• Convenient downtown location
Dr. Edward E. Ward • New patients welcome
• All bus lines/validated parking
• ADA member
Phone (503) 228-3009
610 S.W. Alder, Suite 1008
Hours: M-F 7AM-7PM/SAT. 8AM 5PM
•Convenient, affordable dental care fo r your family.
Grace Collins
Memorial Center
Day Care
Kindergarten
• Pre-School
4Latch Key Program ’
Children 6 wks.
to 11 yrs.
Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
Sunday Worship 1:00 a.m.
hristian Youth Fellowship 6:00 p.m.
(second and fourth Sundays)
• Breakfast
Phillip S. Nelson (Pastor)
• Hot Lunches
• Snacks
"A warm spirit of fellowship always"
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Bible Band
7 30 p m
Thursday
Choir Rehearsal
7 00 p m
Sunday
• Sunday School 9 1 5 a m
Morning
11 15a m
Worship
6 30 p m
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The agenda will include: Video of Pope John Paul Il's visit, presen
tation and discussion of Black Catholic Pastoral Plan, and election of o ffi
Francisco •
Dr. Gordon is Chairman of the American Gospel Arts Fund, which
sponsors the "Free Youself..." Youth Drug Abuse Prevention Program,
and is an evangelist and pastor of the Divinity Baptist Church of Pasadena.
"The Black media can actually organize a 'War on Drugs' if it is willing
to work with the Community's historic, cornerstone institution, the Black
church," says Gordon. "The Church is the only place the Black press can
find the ready and willing pool of workers needed to enter the battle against
the evils of drug and alcohol abuse that are plaguing our young."
"I know what I'm talking about. We've tested it in Pasadena and it
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The Portland Black Catholic Lay Caucus will hold its 11th Annual Meet
ing, Saturday, November 21, 1987, at Holy Redeemer Church, located at N
Portland Blvd. & Williams Ave. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Pau
Waldschmidt at 5:30 p.m. followed by the meeting to be held in the Small
"It is not enough for the Black press to print the news that drugs are
bad," says Dr. W.C. Gordon of Pasadena, speaking at a "W ar on Drugs”
panel at the West Coast Black Publishers Association Convention in San
YOU ARE WELCOME TO WORSHIP AT
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Portland Black Catholic Lay Caucus
11th Annual Meeting
Saturday
Morning Prayer
9 00 a m.
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S M K v ir A A II« M M D «
M on-Fri
6:30 am • 6:00 pm
Call
281-6930
128 N.E. Russell St.
Noon Day
Prayer
Friday
"The Pastor Speaks
7 30pm .
4-year old kids at Graca Collins
Memorial Center learn how to
make cookies.
&
5-year old kids at Grace Collins
study hard on school work
before going outside to play.
Grace Collins
Memorial Center
Day Care