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Show North 4 i Davis T tec ttt rtUlvLrl JLIrE b4 cupper today. THURSDAY, November 25, 1999 "D JLI Season of Advent is time of preparation BY MELINDA WILLIAMS r Advent can be described as a time for looking backwards and forwards, backwards in the sense of remembering and preparing for the birth of Jesus Christ, and forward in the "sense of preparing for Christ's second aimi- Elder & Sister Bamlilln Elder John Ray and Sister Donna Hamblin, have been called to serv e in the St. George Visitor Center Saints. Mission for the Church of Jesus of Latter-da- y will 1999 10:45 am. in November at 28, on speak They the Fruit Heights Ward Chapel, 24 S. Country Lane. Friends and family are invited to visit with the Hamblins at their home Nov ember 28. 1999. ng. The season is the beginning of the Christian year and traditionally IE y A Witness at the Cross gives readers the opportunity to experience New Testament events through the men and women who were there. This new book by David and Trina Clark tells the story of the atonement, crucifixion. and resurrection of Jesus tic. time, however. Advent one of the newer Christian seasons. The earliest observance was in 581 AD and originally began on Nov 1 1. Orthodox churches still begin the season mid-wa- y through November. el Elder Scott Newman, son of Wayne Newman and Linda Coldwell. has returned home after successfully serving in the Brussels Belgium Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. He will speak on November 28. 1999 at 1:00 pm at the Fruit Heights 4th Ward Chapel. 30 Country Lane. I Elder Ryan Scott Langton. son of Brad and Marilyn Langton. has returned home after successfully serving in the England Birmingham Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. He will speak on November 28, 1999 at 10:30 am at the Oakridge 10th Ward Stake Center. 1988 'S.'350 El Kaysville. 7 Friday. Nov. 26, 7 p.m., chronicles the life of one of America's most controversial religious figures. Narrated by Academy Award winner docuGregory Peck, the two-homentary is part of History's Best on KUED-Chann7, a weekly block of prime time programming devoted to American and world history. Smith came of age in the aftermath of the American Revolution, when ur Americans questioned established ideas about government, society, and God. An uneducated American w ho was greatly influenced by the religious fervor of the times. Smith claimed to have unique insights. American Prophet," presented by Vermont Public Television, airs 155 years after his death at the hands of an angry mob. . Through Peck's narration and firsthand accounts of Americans taken from journals, letters and newspapers. American Prophet" illuminates Smith's life. The 19th-centur- y' Mill I Elder Creed J. Smith, son of Craig and Janet Smith, has been called to serve in the llagan Philippines Mission for the Church of Jesus Chnst of Latter-da- y Saints. He will enter the MTC on December 22, 1999. He will speak on November 28, 1999 at 9:00 am in the Layton Park Ward Chapel. 275 Park Ave., Layton. l Elder Robert J. Condie. son of Richard Condie and Nancy Condie, has been called to serve in the Canada Edmonton Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. He will enter the MTC Dec. 8. He will speak Nov. 28 at 10:50 a.m. in the Kaysville 9th Ward Chapel, 200 S. 600 East, Kavsville. d Jerusalem. To him. all religions were a waste of time. His time at the cross, however, set in motion a series of events that would change his life forever. Readers experience the inner turmoil and eventual peace that accompanies Darius sincere investi "IBBtSSMMISS documentary features period photographs, sketches, and artwork, as well as stylized recreations of events that made Smith's story uniquely American. Lending their vocal talents to the program are Megan Follows (Anne of Green Gables) as Emma Smith and Mark Peckham as Joseph Smith. Filmed in England, Vermont., New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Missouri, and Utah, the program visits Smith's birthplace as well as the various sites where he supposedly experienced his divine visions. Smith's religious quest, bom on a spring day in 1820. brought him followers. infamy, persecution, and, ultimately. death. America Prophet explores his beliefs and their effect on established religions and communities. The documentary also examines the reasons for., Smith's success, ,at attracting disciples. Smith's struggle exposes the darker side of the national character, as politicians, militia, and competing religious figures called for Smith's assassination and subsequent o University; Dr. Richard Bushman, Columbia University; Dr. Larry' Moore, Cornell University; Dr. Ross Peterson, Utah State University; and Brigham Young University's Drs. Grant Underwood. Robert Millet. Ronald Esplin. and Carol Madsen. American Prophet is produced by the same team behind the critically acclaimed documentary "Trail of Hope: The Story of the Mormon Trail; w Board's hich won the Film Advisory Award of Be A Pnt Of Jfn i - mides Youve seen Disneys Electric Light Parade, and now you can be part of an sven more exciting tradition with the annual Clipper Electric Light Parades. No- I - Para de No. 7 O Bountiful, friday, - Kaysville November 26tb and ClocDfield, Nonday, November Cities, police and fire departments, schools, church groups, business and individuals are encouraged in either or both events. There is no entry fee. to participate Call us 1 (Bountiful) or today at Fax or the entry form below to The - oc o 295-225- experts at Design Werks 547-980- will (Layton) to 0 1 (Bountiful) or reserve your place or 547-137- 4 Cupper Electric Light Parade Entry Form n, .Day Phone: Contact Person: Let others know Address Do you haw a son, daughter or other relative, going on or returning from a If you'd like to let others in the community know, just drop by the Clipper Today offices at 197 N. Main, Layton. If you'll bring a photo with )iU, we'll prcnide you with special forms to help you with the wording. The cfast is just $5.50, and we'll mail the photo back to you. Dont forget weddings, Eagle Scout awards and special announcements. complete information, call Clipper Today at 4, Type of .Evening Phone: City . Entry. Lwill be in the . Kaysville-Clearfie- (Layton). interested parties light up their entries. help Simply fax this entry sheet to us, or detach and return this portion to Bountiful, John Buist, Davis County Cupper 1370 S. 500 W., Bountiful, Utah 84010 Kaysville-LaytoMarty Ehman, Cupper Tooay 197 N. Main, Layton, Utah 84041 Organization Name:. o o 29tk Sponsored by the Clipper Today, The North Davis Chamber of Commerce and the Kaysville Chamber of Commerce, this parade begins in Kaysville at 6 p.m. Then its on to Clearfield with the parade startinq at 7:15 p.m. 295-318- Eagle Scout: Kevin Stubbs Excellence. - Sponsored by the Davis County Clipper, this parade will be held Nov. 26, starting at 7 p.m. It starts at 300 North and travels south along Main Street to Five Points Mall. . Kevin P Stubbs, son of Phillip and Karen Stubbs, recently will receive his Eagle Scout award on November 27, 1999. He is a member of Troop 360 sponsored by Kaysville 17th Ward. Phillips Stubbs is his Scoutmaster. Kevin earned 37 merit badges and for his Eagle project he organized a troop band which performed songs and told jokes to care centers in the area. He is in the eighth grade and attends Kaysville Jr. High. He is the grandson of Eugene and Joan Stubbs of Twin Falls and Brooks and Glenyce Poulson of Richfield. celebrated the deed. A collection of historians and scholars offers observations on Smith and his legacy, including Dr. Gordon Wood, Brown Univ ersity: Dr. Robert Remini, University of Illinois at Chicago: Dr. Martin Marty University of Chicago; Dr. Nathan Hatch, Notre Dame University; Dr. Mario DePillis. University of Massachusetts at Amherst; Dr. Jan Shipps, Indiana University-Purdu- e University; Dr. Richard Hughes. Pepperdine ly o Qwist mas Electric Chapel, 1039 E. Crestwood Road. 547-980- erature that inspires and uplifts people. David has also authored a series of books for young readers entitled: "The Ammon Adventures. - O Elder Jeff Dopp, son of Bruce Dopp and Marlene Dopp, has returned home after successfully serving in the Mexico Mexico City South Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. He will speak Nov. 28 at 3:30 p.m. in the Crestwood Ward lt gation into the life and message of Jesus Christ. It is an emotionally powerful story of introspection and conversion to which many readers can relate. David and Trina Clark have been married for nine years and have two young children. Their work with others made them aware of a need for lit- z D Parade Emission? is Advent most frequently observed today within the Roman. Orthodox, Catholic, Lutheran, Anglican and Episcopal churches. is 'American Prophet' examines life of Joseph Smith American Prophet: "The Story of Joseph Smith. airing on KUED-Chann- s However, in 600 AD Pope Gregory I changed the date to the fourth Sunday before Christmas. The church in England continued to observe the longer period for some thoughts and feelings ran through the heart and mind of this veteran soldier? He had been trained to kill by the Great Roman Empire, yet he testified of the div inity of Jesus Christ after he executed Him. Darius wanted nothing to do with the God of Israel when he came to Christ. The reader follows Darius, the Roman centurion who presided at the crucifixion of Jesus. Mark records (in Mark 15:39) that after the death of Jesus Christ, the centurion who stood at the cross was heard to say, "Truly, this man was the Son of God. WTiat Elder Dustin Kendall, son of Brent and Georgette Kendall, has been called to serve in the Peru Arequipa. Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-da- y Saints. He will enter the MTC on December 1, 1999. He w ill speak on November 28. 1999 at 2:50 pm in the South Weber 4th Ward Chapel. 7989 S. 2250 E. .4- Brant believes the key to true Christmas joy is in the preparation for the future. He said much of todays celebration is shallow and materialis- pare." Book explores New Testament from new angle Elder Jarum Stone, son of Brad and Gretchen Stone, has returned home after successfully serving in the Puerto Rico, San Juan Mission for the Church Saints. 1 le w ill speak of Jesus Christ of Latter-daon November 28. 1999 at 10:30 am at the Rock Chapel. Brookhaven. top of 400 N. and Hwy 89. TiTTiTTn the fourth Sunday in November. But more than a calendar beginning. Advent "is most importantly the first celebration of God's gift to mankind, his son's Christ's birth, said the Rev Richard Axmann, pastor of Clearfield Community Church. The Rev. Phil Brant, pastor of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Bountiful, said personally. 'Advent encourages me to stop, listen and pre begins Clipper Today Sta ff Writer ld Float, vehicle, chchr, marchers, etc.) parade 4-- WILL BE IN THE BOUNTIFUL PARADE be in Both Parades. if you have ques-tion- s, oo o oo o ' |