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Show L. ' V-- r 4 - h jrytfJeS - Vs T v" I- w JV- - t ' ' m &? it "?- - '&& , --m Transient Families Create Special Problems for Churches today is a highly mobile socii'ty, and families aw constantly moving from otic end of the world to the other. This causes some special problems for churches Arm-rk- percent of our etmrrti is membership all the time. said the Bei". Arthur f Johnson, Cottonwood Presbyterian Church. "Our net member sJnp of the past seven or eight u,jrs has held fairly constant "About 211 pas-gilo- are sent we have been losing and gaining about Ml members a to Salt Lake City for a specific function and then irarisfcrred. said the minister. vear of the first major jobs our church must do for these persons is help them to fully ""One- ""Normally a gain of Mi persons a year would be considered good growth, but not with the same number moving out annually.'' he said - understand their role in the said Pastor community. Johnson "Being Protestants m a culture dominated by another religious faith, they have many of the same feelings of inadequacy and other problems of minority cultures as eNewhere Majority of Membership The majority of the membership of Cottonwood Presbyterian Church is made up of minor executives and employes of large eorpoi atmns who We thus have a program of a positive giving persons understanding of their neighbors. he said. Differing Traditions Differing traditions of Presbyterianism around the country create differences among the persons who come to Salt Lake City and attend Cottonwood Church, he said. "All who these persons come in have their own traditions and concepts ol what a iumtti yX said the church shuuld be. minister. "We thus must help all tu sit down and listen, understand and evolve new forms of worship and church lifestvle." The constant movement of persons also creates an administrative burden for the church, as secretaries attempt to keep address lists current and communication lines open. We have a small group in the church which is perma- - long-rang- e "These persons have a tendency to hold back," he said. "Thus we face a constant challenge to involve them. There are a number of wavs rmtmm gyU.iaUBig NEWS OF THE SALT LAKE AREA nently located and which wishes to make plans. In the said Pastor Johnson. meantime, the other group which is constantly shifting feels no sense of permanence and may even regard the church as kind of a spiritual filling statipn." Ji. i If tV, 0a it m - R. McCoy Saturday. October - F I $ 7. 1972 7 7: Closer Relationships v ; . . i ?vJ .k S't M.f Clergyman Praises Liturgical Renewal Man has an opportunity of relaticloser establishing onships with Ciiid and with his fellow m an,- - which are" equally important, through re-liturgical newal. says a ' ' ?&- prominent Washington, DC., man clergyconduct- ing retreats William Wendt, rector of St. Stephen and the Incarnation Episcopal Church. Washington, D C., said liturgical renewal is the opportunity to relate to Clod, especially Jesus Christ, "in thiough forms and prayer that are very real to men's lives. Tribune Event Clerics Set Luncheon On Oct. 17 v r- - "This is the day which the Lord hath made.' and Today is the first day of the rest of your life' are thoughts of renewal which are related to the real common aspect of life the bread and wine of communion represent." he said Cari J. Nemelka. Salt Lake County Attorney, will be guest speaker Oct. 17 at the annual ministerial association luncheon sponsored by The Salt Lake Tribune in conjunction National with Newspaper Week (Oct. The illith annual luncheon cosponsored by the Salt Lake Ministerial Assn, will be held in the Royal Room of the 20ti S. Inn. Royal Temple, at 12:15 p.m. The event is used as a to discuss forum current will Mr. Nemelka issues. explain the position taken by Ins office and by the Salt I. ake County Assessor's office regarding church and related properties previously exempt Renewal Important Liturgical renewal is very important, said Father Wendt. "All of us are in need of coming closer to each other, and of being able lo have relationships with others that are loving," he said. "Cod has given us many wonderful wavs til life to do this. All are called In of the property question is the discussion church-owne- in Tribune Correspondent and be of d should great interest to church leaders. Mr. Nemelka indicated he would speak briefly on the decision. then answer questions from the audience. Site in City Another Starting The Church of Religious Science, or Science of Mind new Center, is establishing East, in quarters at the First Unitarian Church similar program is being initiated in the Roosevelt area. Sendees include one hour of A h study and a worship period. in On alternate Tuesdays Dutch John, a youth program building. 25fi Father Wendt was arrested for participation in the Peace Mass. Later court rulings permitted the service lo proceed. St. Stephen and the Incarna tion Parish is in the process of giving its land and buildings to an innercity neighborhood in the nation s capital, said the priest, and is also involved in many experimental liturgical celebrations in that area. Service for some 15 children is underway. directed by their mothers. "We feel we have a broader base in which to serve by working together in this way." said Mr. Coates. "Many persons moving into the area belong to neither of our but we can meet their needs in this manner. Drives 1211 Miles 170 miles each carry sendees Sunday and Larry Quibell loads packaged household items on truck. to "Love in Action." a program designed to enhance perbetween sonal relationships members and prepare them for the fall revival Oct. has been launched at llolladay Baptist Church. 27S0 E. 2900 South. membership constantly oil the move is both a problem and an asset. 2 "Participating members of the congregation should have received a telephone call from . . designed other members to encourage, offer friendship or express appreciation, said the Rev. Chester J. Bunch, The previous week, pastor. letters were exchanged with the same object in mind. "This week, we placed emphasis on personal ministries. Church members were to send or take some small token of appreciation to someone else, such as baked goods, flowers and so forth." he said. We re not encouraging gifts of great monetary value, but gifts of emotional expression. . will end The observance with a week set apart for personal visiting, in which members are to call on each other, he said. The Rev. Walton Ruth, retired exeeutixe secretary al Intled Presbyterian the Church in Utah an d Idaho, has named been minister of visitation Wasatch y t e r at Pres-t b a n Church. The position will require -a id Rev. Roth to Re. Roth on call and new memlonely, shut-ibers of the church, lie said n consciousness, teachings J(Mis and related subjects. Persons wishing further information may contact Sherie Moll. 3736 Barbara Way (3975 "I retired as executive secretary in 19I1H and have spent my time since acting as supply pastor in Buriey, Rngham Fork and Uitv, American ). X. . f try. In addition, it is a downtown church and serves couples who move to Hie suburbs and college students remaining only long their enough to complete studies. young-marrie- "It is very difficult to establish permanency in leadership in such a situation," said the Rev. Warren H. Sechler. pastor. "Just when you begin to depend on someone, he is transferred and moves away. Remain Short Time "We want to create a warmer spirit within our own fellowship." he said. "After all. members of the church still Lave emotional and social needs, which can be met through fellowship. Then too. good fellowship strengthens us for a better outreach." '"he idea for the in Action" month-lon- "Lc-- g program was given Holladay Baptist Church by an article in a national publication. has Response been good. said Pastor Bunch. Episcopal ST. MARKS CATHEDRAL WORSHIP 9:00 A.M. & 10:30 A.M. 8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 278-141- DURING SCHOOL SUNDAY I. SERVICES C. A. CHURCH & ADULT SCHOOL CLASSES 231 East 1st DoogtcM I. S.B.C. Cliitln Minister Day. -- PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD Southeast BETHESDA BIBLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH CHAPEl Str lost; North el n 13th View Utt A Uth South) Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 11a.m. 6:30 p.m.. 7:15 p.m. Morning Worship Youth Hour Evening Worship 9:30 a.m. Communion Sennet 4 Wed., Prayer S.S. 7:00 p.m. Evening Service Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study 4 SundoSctao! 945o m . HiOOom, 7:30p.m. AAorning Worship Erting Worship 7 30p.it). Poster, Chester lunch "BEAMS OF BLESSINGS" ZION LUTHERAN FOR INFORMATION ABOUT ZION CHURCH OF GOD Morgan Edwards, Pastor 1 070 Foothill 1 WORSHIP 11:00 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOl 9:30 A.M. MM3TS? First Sunday of tha Month 8:30 8 11:00 A.M. IN CHRIST LC.A. Listen In a friendly del uliimal i inrinp Jesus Christ to Mm Nelson Pastor Wilbur Each weekday morning 6:30 a.m. Dial KBBC Radio 1600kc 11:30 Uk lift $L ?,. 7 XiA EndAcScncefna) LOOK IN THE METH0DIST OF YOUR R. E. ffiJRRINGTON, 552 CHRIST 1 1 2375 rmyum LUTHERAN CHURCH other communities." he said. "I have preached virtually every Sunday since my retire- ment. Gonsequently. tins new job will almost be easy com- pared with what I have been doing." The 1929 graduate of Union New Theological Seminary. York City, has spent most of his ministry in executive positions My greatest challenge has been making the church an effect i v e instrument for righteousness." he said "This involves programs for eduea tion and missionary outreach " Rev. Roth s wife Charlotte was the first woman elder selected at Wasatch Presbyterian Church Their iwo children arc awav from home. State 30 o.m. Clou 10:39 e.m. 3500 Anchor- - Svodoy School A ftiMo Wonbp Servka Martin t. Scbeoie, 3147 leovelt Ave. To). In nulrfierhhnt: fritthlh Uihh i rntrrnl ehutrh Nw 1880 E. Out 180 North Mom ASSEMBLY OF GOD SundoyStheoJ Naming Wonhip Sundoy Youtb Sarvtca Stxxkiy Evaning Wad. ftibia Study Paitar l.E. Moor 5 a.m. 11:OOa.m. 4:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. las. Phana: Sunday services 11 a.m. Wednesday services 8 p.m. First Church, 352 East Third South Second Church, 1165 Foothill Drive Millcreek Church 2505 East 33rd South Mil ....... 945 Rev. L Smuy Tto TnA Thar 10 CM. (WH- O- Mnster ta Gordon ?. Hjwitoy Walt Chiriefr 4 Twildi Mtts Worshp Lie" Service -1- 1:X &fRli9iofaSdenp: AM. Gospel Service 7 p.m. FILM: "FiShing For 1 1 bVa Sri GERAIS PARK CITY 1.. Presbyterian Men" COTTONWOOD First and Second Church Sunday Schools t. Millcreek Sun. School Sun. Oct. 8 3:30 P.M. Sadhu Balwant S. Grewal India Lecturer "Art of Meditation" AOuN WORSHIP SERVICE. "The - ItftStrvcM Qitut 9 50 . 5609 South SCHOOL Wonfcp Scsnoi miJ.m- Associate MIDVALE Thurs., Oct. 127:30 p.m. "Basic Ideas" Science of Mind 33rd South E Stitity BAPTIST CHURCH So. Clarke C. Odden Dr MINISTER WtaThrt Sout- h- PRINCE OF PEACE lake Avdtorivni Sun. 6:45 P.M. 569 So. 13th Eml (Unitarian Church Bldg.) "The Power That Heals" UNITED" YELLOW PAGES 292-424- 5 So. SoH NEW TIME NEW LOCATION SMjSMlHSiA I. EV. Conservative Baptist M lost 3900 South er 77 .9:45 Ml ntOQa.m. .7:30 pm ... BAPTIST Bible Study 7 p.m. Charles A Crane, Minister Ed McOueen, Youth Minister MT. Morrwv Wooiwp Ewmeltstic SemKt.. Thin. BiMe Study ) SBC- CHURCH 4 SjtdjySctooL.. fS3 last Mi Sou Pator. HOLLADAY lurks, Poster 62 East 4800 South 277-64- "INDEPENDCNT 196t Zeff 6876 HIGHLAND DR. BETHEL CHURCH 9971.3900 South Worship 11:0047:30 T.U.6:30 PrayerService7:30 a JR. Ufab, Having a transient memin bership is advantageous that ideas are spread and he said. shared, SS. 10:00 tNuwy) 3409 "Too many church members can become lost in the shuffle of big city life when they move from one city to another frequently. he said. Transient Persons Helped "The approach of the minister can be a great help in situations transient involving persons," he said. "When I make my initial call on new members, I almost always have two or three little jobs in BAPTIST CHURCH 1 NHniif Woryit 9:30 a.m. "There are many stresses and strains that come to such families." he said. "For example, some depend on both the husband and wife working. It is usually the husband who gets transferred, and the wfe must find a new position. MILLCREEK 2!50FccthiiDr!' Ovch Sctiool effort to make the more relevant to the stresses that come to persons living a transient life is Pastor Sechler's means of meeting these problems. An our congregation and decided all this transiency is more of a strength than a weakness." he said. "Persons come here knowing they can only stay a short while and consequently give greater energy to their efforts. CHURCH EUCHARISTS 9:30 a.m. hall CM. DM 746 Power Hour Wed., 7:30 p.m. Pastor Thomas H. Millar Worship 1580VineSt.(6!00So.) Church School 10 am. 10:00 76 Rnv. ?68 West 1 st South JAPANESE Church School 10:30 to 1 277-475- 1 130 a m. Arthur C. Johnson, poster 363-32- Worship 10:30, 12:30 Tha Rov. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WASATCH 1 Worship 9:00 UnjilIntUiurdu in the I ..V(. Sunday School 9 45 o m. Worship Service 11 00 a m. 'The Fullness of God's Love" Youth Time 6 00 p m Evening Service 7 00 p m Wednesday Evening Service 7 15 p n. t nwriean SALT LAKES CHARISMATIC CHURCH Welcome 777 S. Phone 13th East 1 & The WESTVALE 1 Pool At. Koto postor 7th East 1:00 a.m. 1 487-757- 6 Church School 9:50 a.m. Rev. domes P. Dowdy, The Rev. Francis M. Kirk 36 10 South 4400 West Church School 9:45 Worship The Rev. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 298-7991 1 2 a.m. Gerald V. So. Temple & "C" St. Church School 10:00a.m. Cow, poster 363-388- Worship 9:00 9 11:00a.m. & Hebert W. Hodgens, Minister MT. OLYMPUS . Dr John W. Fitzgerald 7th South, i church "Just recently we analyzed FIRST CONGREGATIONAL . "We have another problem' transient church ' regarding members w hich is unique to the Intermountain Area, he said. "Many come here knowj ing they can remain for only a short time. Thus they are anxious to enjoy the hunting.. camping and fishing facilities while they are here. Too often ' the church is left by the-- ' wavside. Becomes Discouraged is a tendency under for the such circumstances pastor to become very discouraged." he said. "I have compensated by being fully aware of what I was moving into before I came to Layton." Vet the only real drawback to such transiency, as Pastor Mayer sees it. is, "I just hate to see persons I feel close to suddenly get orders to go someplace else." -- OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN 2 2500 E. 3900 So. William W. Klover Jr., Pastor to. The Church of the Holy Spirit. RandleU: St. Elizabeth Church, Neola; and St. Martin's Church in Roosevelt. All are mission congregations. Growing membership in the is only small congregations slightly offset by residents transferring out of the area, said Father Maui and Mr. Coates. A Baptists Open Love in Action Project 1:00 a.m. Family Bible Hour Father Mason also drives Retired Minister Named To Presbyterian Post of J. . kind of spiritual filling station. & India. Also, beginning the week of Oct. 23. two classes will be offered. One will cover Science of Mind," a text by Ernest Holmes, and the other class will cover mysticism, cosmic Jnn. "We began trying to hold the service there about two The vears ago." he said. as to known is many Pentagon the citadel of war and we felt it was important to take our services where strategy and methods for killing persons are plotted." (WhcoMbi Synod) E. 9th South. Sunday services will be held a! 7 p in. each week at the new location, rather than at 11 a m . the previous time. for the group Spokesmen emphasized the change is not venture but a church-sharinan arrangement to increase facilities for the Church of Religious Science via a lease. inauguration activities of the church in its new quarters include a lecture on the art of meditation and the Truth of the World Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Balwant C.rewal, by Fadhu lecturer and teacher from , for the spiritual needs of residents in the Uintah Basin serthrough vices recently established in two outlying areas. The Rev. Gerald Mason. v icar of the St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Vernal, and Jack W. Coates, minister of Kingsbury Community Church. Vernal, take turns twice a month on Tuesday evenings in carrying services to 12 families in Dutch John, Daggett County. twice-monthl- Gets New South Vernal churches are jointly providing Mind Center Former quarters were at vo VERNAL-Tv- m "There Twice-Monthl- y By Alice White Suit Like City minister says some -me nil mts of his constantly changing pastorate muv regard the elnireh us a ( said the pastor. membership. "Thus. I and others who have served as pastor are very much the key men in this organization. Already this year several key leaders of the congregation have left Trinity Lutheran and moved on, he said. a 2 Churches in Vernal Join tax rolls Much helpful and meaningful, of members large numbers connected with mobile mdiis- is very difficult to build a solid, congregaof tion without continuity in per- Father Wendt was among 1 "It sons coming alive through the power of the Holy Spirit to share God's love, he said. Joined Ieace Mass Rev. The great believer Mach week we hold a large hour after the wor- Lay-ton- Celebration of life in this conlext means being aware of all the structure of life, includman's joy, ing suffering, needs, poverty, war and so forth, he said. a Right to Question member; church "Here, ms naturally look at my prog and have a right to question am very much, them, but , looked to for ideas." said Pas-tor Mayer. . Centra! Christian Church W with another congregation Almost the entire parish of . Trinity Lutheran Church, is made up of military and civilian personnel from Hill Air Force Base, said the Rev. Martin E. Mayer, pastor. "cele- very which' the been similar to his work in the l .S. Air Force chapliancy. or renewal 'Some use the term bration of life'." "I'm and lectures in Salt Lake City this past week. ( arl J. Nemelka 'I o Address ( lergv liturgical renewal, of life in Christ. in dynamic parish is membership much more willing to change he said. "I and experiment. don't feel nearly as stifled here as I have in the past wade pastonng large churches in very staid communities. a Pastor Johnson said his experience with transient conmembership gregation Il ! Fdited by Patricia irst St H Mil VVV L N I 1 prov.de prochurch that speak to humans in need at he said. every age level, These must be set up in a flexible manner so persons can participate and leave in a short time feeling they have gained something. At the same time, such activities must be enough to meet the needs of persons who are permanently located. fellowship ship service during which new and old persons can get acquainted. he said. - 7 in Church try' to in the "We -- - i yf almost imme,-- , plunges persons the into programs of dlately and they feel the church, outset. the at very needed lot "Transiency brings in a of new ideas and lets us have said. grams ::V This the church to offer them. to meet the challenges raised by a mobile congregation, he Programs t 3280 East 3900 South Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 277-- 5 1 Ooncid 1:00 F. 1 38 o.m. Sturm, Postot . |