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Bayeux church celebrates second anniversary

BRAZIL (WGN)- The church in Bayeux, one of João Pessoa’s satellite cities, celebrated two years of existence Oct. 22 with a special Sunday meeting, wrote Joseph McKinney, Jr.

There were 36 present, including 15 from the João Pessoa congregation. David McKinney was the guest speaker, with cake and refreshments following.

One was baptized during the occasion, Elton, performed by Edmilson.

John Theisen

John Thiesen, managing editor of the Spanish edition of The Voice of Truth International, died October 23, according to Barbara Oliver. “That was a terrible loss for us. He was a great man, working for God up to the very end of his time here on earth, ” she wrote.

Further information will be added next week.

Wallace E. Skipper, 1932-2006

Wallace E. Skipper, a Christian minister for more than 50 years, died 18 October 2006 at his residence in Fayetteville, Tenn., according to the International Gospel Hour website.

Skipper was General Manager and Speaker for the One Gospel Minute segment of the IGH ministry.
The IGH website also provided this information:

A native of Huntingdon County, PA, he was the son of the late Sylvia Leona Dell and Martin L Skipper and the husband of Dauna Louise Leonard Skipper who survives. Mr. Skipper was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the U. S. Army. In addition to his wife, Mr. Skipper is survived by two daughters: Vickie L. Stubblefield of Huntsville, AL and Robin E. Harned of Tallahassee, FL, one son: Michael B. Skipper of Okeechobee, FL two sisters: Irene Brungard of Huntingdon County, PA and Delores Bruce of Akron, Ohio, seven grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, October 21st at Higgins Funeral Home with Brothers. Winfred Claiborne and David Sain officiating. Burial followed in Cedar Hills Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the International Gospel Hour % West Fayetteville Church of Christ, P.O. Box 118, Fayetteville, TN 37334

An interview with Johnny Ramsey

Editor’s note: The following interview is published by permission of Bill Burk.

 

An Interview With

Johnny Ramsey

 

Note: the following interview with well-known gospel preacher Johnny Ramsey was conducted 11 August 2006 by Bill Burk and Mike Vestal. A gospel preacher for nearly 60 years, he has written thousands of articles for gospel publications, preached in almost 1200 gospel meetings, and is affectionately known as a “walking Bible.” Johnny, now 76, has been greatly slowed in recent times due to heart difficulties and complications arising from diabetes. However, he still maintains the same indomitable spirit and great faith in our Lord that have endeared him to thousands across the brotherhood.

 

Question: “What would be the number one message you would want to get across to churches everywhere?” Response: The blessing and friendship of brethren. Once when I was a younger preacher my dad said to me, “Johnny, you had a great personality when you were younger. Why not use it today more as a gospel preacher?” Because I didn’t want to compromise the truth of God’s word, I sometimes withdrew and was too aloof. With good intentions, I may have blocked off others when I didn’t need to. I’ve come to realize even more the place and value of our brethren. There were some times I used “Woe unto you when all men speak well of you” (Luke 6:26) and “Do I seek the approval of men or of God?” (Galatians 1:10) to justify that aloofness. And while those verses make a point, there were times I took them farther than I should have. Over the years, I’ve come to better appreciate that one can hold to truth firmly and be friendly and gracious to others. My wife Iris has been such a role model in this regard through the years. She has always loved others and it showed! I loved others, but didn’t always show it the way I should have. We need to be careful not to alienate others when we could wisely and lovingly cultivate the soil. “By this shall all men know that you are my disciples, by your love one for another” (John 13:34-35). Read more

Johnny Ramsey, 1930-2006

Johnny Ramsey, a long-time minister in the church, passed away Oct. 5. Funeral services are scheduled for Oct. 9, at Centerville Rd. Church of Christ in Garland, Tex.

Cards may be mailed to his wife, Iris, at 627 Rodeo Dr., Mt. Vernon, TX 75457 . Please remember this family as they grieve the loss of their loved one.

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