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2013 Ownbey Blog

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December  29, 2013
Dear Ownbey Family, Tomorrow DURWARD will lead our lesson: 
"What Jesus Did NOT Say" -- i think the 
author is Palmer... and not sure 
that it's that's a book title or simply an article. We have one more Dec b'day: MEL ALLEN on New Year's Eve! And here are the January birthdays: Sun 5th - Martha Bledsoe Th 9th - Jane Pixley Mon 20th - Sandra Vaughan (Fri 24th - Marilea Grogan) (Tue 28th - Marie Pearce) Fri 31st - Emily Alyea Hope everyone had the merriest of Christmases, and that 2014 will 
be loving and wonderful for you and yours. Peace, Reatha - Sat - 9pm
[tomorrow is a 5th Sunday, so i'll be playing piano for the LS/RF Class -- carry on, and i'll get there when i get there!]
December  22, 2013
Dear Ownbey Family, Tomorrow will be our annual Christmas Readings, shared w/us lovingly by Lou And church-wide it's LESSON AND CAROLS, presented in the Sanctuary by the Chancel Choir... while those of us in CITR will offer THE CHRISTMAS STORY IN WORD AND SONG. On the last Sunday of 2013 (Dec 29th), Durward will present our lesson, entitled WHAT JESUS DID NOT SAY. Hmmm -- now THAT's a provocative title! Speaking of DURWARD... many thanks to him for arranging our Holiday Breakfast last Sunday... and to CONNIE for her lovely St.Nicholas decorations. We ended up w/32 folks, including KEN GARFIELD. BARBARA was able to drop by between her duties in the various services. ARLYENE's family (JAN and DAVID) joined us, and CHIP represented CAROL (who couldn't come due to some nagging pains). It was also a joy to see KEN (as well as ANNE, who gets to come most weeks). ...and THE Fred etc and jack etc -- ANN looking MUCH better than at our party when the bruises from her recent fall were still prevalent. OSCAR was able to come again -- his family usually worships at Calvary. I think the rest of us who were there are "regulars"... If i overlooked anyone who wants their name "in print" just let me know I was hoping that my sister would be joining us tomorrow, but her plans to come down (from Fairfax, VA) have changed due to her basement boarder's 101-yr-old aunt being hospitalized for pneumonia... Ann tends to the townhouse AND the cats whenever Claire come here. Looks like we'll be celebrating our "Adams Christmas" in a few more weeks -- all travel plans are on hold for the moment. Wishing ALL of you the happiest of holidays! Save travels... to kith and kin (or even just to church!) In His love, Reatha - Sat - 10am
December  15, 2013
Today we continued the Bedlam seties and one item we discussed was Memories of Christmas which led to comments on how we remember. I said one way I like to remember was with  the photographs I take of my family, sports, and church including the Ownbey class. We have available on line media covering many years of Ownbey including our 40th (1993) and 50th (2003) Anniversary Celebration and  many of the class sessions for the last 10 years. Class media  is on Smugmug and notes of our class over the years are in the Blog. I mentioned I wished more folks would go to the Blog (and Smugmug) - no matter as I keep it as my own diary of the class. After class I was reminded that I have not provided or reminded the class of the links recently as I once did and I promised to share the links. If you see incorrect info or media that needs editing or removal , please let me know. We also have a web presence on the MPUMC site in a more formal and concise form and is maintained by Reatha.



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December  14, 2013
Dear Ownbey Family,
For those of us who signed up to enjoy our Annual Holiday Breakfast, that happens TOMORROW!
Come to our classroom by 9:00 to join in the festivities  

I will conclude our Advent study FINDING BETHLEHEM IN THE MIDST OF BEDLAM after that, using the familiar Luke 2 as we recall our favorite Christmas memories.
And NEXT Sunday (22d) we will continue our celebration of the season with another beloved tradition when LOU shares various Christmas readings.
Lots of things happening 'round the church, too:
tomorrow at 4pm in Jubilee Hall:  KNEELING AT THE MANGER...and at 5:30 in the sanctuary:  LOVE FEAST
Peace, Reatha - Sat - 3pm
December  09, 2013
Dear Ownbey Family,
I will conclude our look at FINDING BETHLEHEM IN THE MIDST OF BEDLAM next Sunday (after our Holiday Breakfast).  The scripture will be the familiar Luke 2 as we recall our favorite Christmas memories.
Daily scripture to ponder...
Mon (9th) - Exodus 34: 1-9 - The Character of God
Where do you need to practice a deeper level of mercy, love, and forgiveness toward others?
Tue (10th) - Psalm 33 - Sing About God's Steadfast Love
How was God w/you during a hard time in your life?
Wed (11th) - John 1: 1, 14-18 - The Incarnation
What do you learn about God by looking at Jesus?
Th (12th) - John 3: 16-17 - For God So Loved...
Write down John 3:16, but replace "the world" w/your own `name.  Then read it aloud.  Does this personalization of the scripture put a different spin on it for you?
Fri (13th) - 1 John 4: 7-12 - God Is Love
How can you put love into practice this week so that others will know God's presence and activity?
Sat (14th) - Romans 8: 31-39 - God Is for Us
What does it mean that God is for you?
Peace, Reatha - Mon - 6am
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December 08, 2013
Dear Ownbey Family,
1.  If you didn't get to sign-up for our annual Holiday Breakfast which will be IN OUR CLASSROOM on SUN DEC 15th at 9am, please contact Durward ASAP (so he can contact Shebra w/our numbers by Tue).  Luckily, we have a surplus in our social coffers so there will be NO CHARGE for class members      However, if you bring family/friends, we ask that you pay $7 for each of them.  Thanks.
Call Durward:  
2.  I forgot to say in emails this past week that the Nominations Comm. gave its report last Sunday:  ALL current office holders have agreed to continue for another year      [yes, you are stuck w/me... yet again!]    A motion was made and seconded to accept the committee's report by acclamation.  It passed. Thanks to everyone for agreeing to continue to serve.

3.  ANN C suffered a fall in the parking lot at Southminster last Monday, landing face-first!  I was "sworn to silence" by their daughter , but then today ANNE L announced it in class -- seems that Ann (and Jack) felt well enough to attend our class party at THE T  on Friday night, so... guess it's no secret now!
Ann called me this aft'n -- she and Jack stayed "in" today -- she said she's beginning to feel better, even if the bruises are still visible.  We are grateful that she didn't break anything or chip any teeth or anything!
4.  Today's lesson (led by SYD) proved rather short, so he afforded us an "extra" lesson on The Magnificat   The three main points of LOVE CAME DOWN IN BETHLEHEM:  Love is more powerful than... 1) fame,  2) force,  3) money.  
PONDER:  Have you ever experienced the power of love at work in your life or in the life of someone you know?  If so, how?
The "Song of Mary" can be found in Luke 1: 46-55.  It would prob be a good idea to also read about Mary's cousin's pregnancy, too, in Luke 1: 5-25, and Gabriel's appearing to Mary in 26-45... and also an O.T. story which sounds quite similar:  1 Samuel 2: 1-10.
Look for another email w/daily scripture readings for the week.
Peace, Reatha - Sun... late
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December Sydnor substitutes lesson to look at
December 01, 2013 Class Lesson
Subject: FINDING BETHLEHEM IN THE MIDST OF BEDLAM
Date: Sat, 30 Nov 2013 03:03:53 EDT From: Reatha Andrew
Book by: book by James W.Moore
Daily scripture and points to ponder... 1st Sun (Nov 24) - Luke 2: 8-14 What is the Christmas season like for you? When have you experienced bedlam in your relationships w/others? Mon (Nov 25) - Isaiah 7: 10-17 In what ways have you experienced Immanuel (God w/us) during times of bedlam or confusion in your life? Tue (Nov 26) - Isaiah 9: 6-7 Which of the names for Isaiah's ideal king do you like best... and why? Would you give Jesus any other names? Wed (Nov 27) - Isiah 11: 1-9 How do you see Isaiah's vision fulfilled in Jesus Christ? Th (Nov 28) - Jeremiah 31: 31-34 When have your strayed from your relationship w/God? Fri (Nov 29) - John 14: 7-11 How does Jesus help you see God? Sat (Nov 30) - Colossians 1: 15-20 What does this "hymn" say to you about God's relationship to human beings? For our lesson this Sunday, led by Don H, please read Galatians 5:13-15. Peace, Reatha [and i'll try to be "on time" w/next week's scriptures...]
26 Nov 2013 09:01:50 EDT
Dear Ownbey Family, In class Sunday, we were invited to a Christmas party at the Thompson's at 5pm on Dec 5th. CHANGE: THE PARTY WILL NOW BE ON FRIDAY the 6TH -- still at 5pm. More details in a bit. [right now i need to scoot off to preschool...] Peace, Reatha - Tue - 7:45am
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Nov 30  Dear Ownbey Family,
1. Evelyn's new address: Evelyn Clark See Don or Reatha 2. And Tom's, too: Tom Stinson See Don or Reatha 3. MIRIAM, a church member who might visit our class soon (and who receives class emails), suffered a personal loss this month: her father died on the 15th. A service celebrating his life was held last Sunday at Tullahoma UMC in Tullahoma, Tn. Our condolences, Miriam. Miriam Hines See Don or Reatha for address DECEMBER B'DAYS Wed 4th - Joyce Allen " " - Wilma Miller ( " " - Oscar Moreno) " " - me! Th 12th - Marie Eppley Sun 15th - Mel Halpern (Wed 25th - Randy Brantley) ( " " - Bob Grogan) Tue 31st - Mel Allen Anything else? Peace, Reatha 
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November 2013 Classes

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Lessons:Nov 17th ON GOD'S SIDE -- by Jim Wallis by Jim Wallis led by Chick Nov 24th FINDING BETHLEHEM IN THE MIDST OF BEDLAM   by James Moore 
ch.1,by Reatha (11/24),ch.2, Don H (12/1)ch.3 by Sydnor (12/8),Ch.4 by Reatha (12/15) also Breakfast, served in our classroom ,
Dec 22d Christmas Readings by Lou Dec 29th TBA by Durward Jan 5th IS AMERICA A CHRISTIAN NATION? by Ace (Change) 
Jan 12th TBA  by Jim Jan 19th TBA by Cal Jan 26th EMPEROR CONSTANTINE by Eleanor
Calendar:   12/15 Christmas Breakfast in Ownbey classroom  at 9 am (25 needed).
Hot Menus:   Nov. 6  chicken breast,  Nov. 13  Spaghetti,  Nov. 20  Meatloaf,  Nov. 27   No meal

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November 24, 2013 Class Lesson
 Daily scripture and points to ponder...

November 17, 2013 Class Lesson by Reatha
(email from Reatha) Dear Ownbey Family,
1.  Tomorrow we'll begin our Advent study FINDING BETHLEHEM IN THE MIDST OF BEDLAM, by James W. Moore.  I'll be leading us as we revisit the familiar Luke 2: 8-14. 2.  Tonight at Freedom Park, 5-8pm, the Pilot Club of Charlotte's annual Love Lights will be on display.  {Anne Buker reminded me of this last Sunday]  The event will benefit Alzheimer's disease research.  You can still make a contribution in honor or memory of someone.  Mail your tax-deductible donation to Pilot International Founders Fund, 2419 Hatherly Rd (09).  
Any Q's?  Call Kay Dumas, 704-814-4567. 3.  NEXT weekend, Nova Voce will present its WINTER SOLSTICE concert:  Sun Dec 1 at 4pm  and  Tue Dec 3 at 7:30pm -- both times in OUR sanctuary  Tickets are $15 -- contact Mary Katherine for yours. 
4.  Got word earlier this week that EVELYN has moved to an assisted living facility in Monroe... to be closer to her other daughter.  Don't have the address yet, but will send it to you when i get it.  Also saw MARIE on Tue, and she asked me about Evelyn (not knowing what i'd just found out!)  After the latest batch of Prayer Shawls are blessed (on Dec 10th), she'll take one to Evelyn 
5. Time to scoot up to Huntersville to see Claire off.  (she's been here all week after Oliver's baptism last Sunday)
6. P>S>>  I heard from the BUKER's son-in-law (GILES FOUSHEE, my dentist) 
that they'll all be going up to Statesville tonight to visit and 
dine w/ANNE and KEN's g'son, PAUL and his brood (wife SUSAN and their 
3 little girls) who are driving down from D.C.
Peace, Reatha - Sat - 9:30am

 
 
 
November 17, 2013 Class
Lesson by Chick on  
Jim Wallis' book, ON GOD'S SIDE. 
Email from Reatha> 
Date: Nov 16, 2013 7:03 PM
Dear Ownbey Family,
>As i mentioned in last weekend's email, tomorrow's lesson will be led by Chick.  He'll explore another chapter or two of Jim Wallis' book, ON GOD'S SIDE.
>I'm sorry to say that i may have to slip out during our lesson.  Oliver is being baptized at the 11:00 service, along w/several other young-uns, so i'll need to help Jon's family find their way thru the crowd, etc.
>Tomorrow is also the yearly bake sale in the PLB lobby which helps support the Women's Retreat (which occurs in February, 2014).
>Don Hammer shared w/us that JANE GAGE is the "cover girl" on a recent brochure which provides information about life at Southminster  :-)    Way to go, Jane!
>The other week we were pleased to have Austrian friends of Brenny Thompson visit our class.  Sebastian's family has been friends w/the Thompsons for years.  [as usual, i can't find my notes where i wrote down his complete name or the name of his companion...]
>Did you see the article in the latest CORNERSTONE about the reunion of former MPUMC youth which CHIC CARIAGA arranged?  That group included...
1.  WENDY MAUNEY and CINDY CANUP, daughters of class member JANIE JONES
2.  ALLYSON WARE, daughter of PAT and FRANK CULBRETH
3.  SEBIA MIDYETTE PETROVICH, daughter of former members NENIE and GENE MIDYETTE
4.  LIZ LUMADUE, daughter of ANNE and BOB LUMADUE
>Speaking of the Lumadues... this past Monday was son SCOTT's 2d round of chemo.  We continue to support the family w/our thoughts, prayers, and love.
>Peace,Reatha - Sat - 6:30pm
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November 10, 2013 Class
Lesson by Don H on Revelation 
Email from Reatha>  
Dear Ownbey Family,
Did i use that same subject line when Ace led our class in a study about Revelation?
 This time, Don H will lead us in a recap of the Adults PLUS fall retreat (which was
held at Lake Junaluska last month).  The topic was Revelation, and the sessions were
led by Mark Edwards.
>We had a few changes in our upcoming lessons, so here's the latest line-up (and
CORRECT book titles):
(Change)Nov 17th ON GOD'S SIDE -- by Jim Wallis by Jim Wallis -- led by Chick
Nov 24th -- FINDING BETHLEHEM IN THE MIDST OF BEDLAM -- by James Moore -- ch.1, led
by Reatha
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Dec 1st Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam  -- ch.2, led by Don
Dec 8th Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam ch.3, led by Sydnor
Dec 15thFinding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam  ch.4, led by Reatha *** also our annual Holiday
Breakfast, served in our classroom ***
Dec 22d -- our annual Christmas Readings -- shared by Lou
Dec 29th -- TBA -- led by Durward
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Jan 5th -- IS AMERICA A CHRISTIAN NATION? -- led by Ace
(Change) Jan 12th -- TBA -- led by Jim
Jan 19th -- TBA -- led by Cal
Jan 26th EMPEROR CONSTANTINE -led by Eleanor
>I just realized that i forgot to list the author of the book for Jan 5th...  and (of
course) i can't find my notes at the moment!
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>Last Sunday we did NOT get to my scheduled topic of Potiphar's wife (note the
CORRECT spelling).  Instead we explored some areas of concern for our class (and
MP-SS, in general) which needed "airing."  I'll address those in an upcoming email,
but for now let me say that we DID get two volunteers to co-chair the Nominations
Committee:  Lou  and Eleanor  -- thanks sooo much!
>Barbara sent me the name of someone who plans on joining us for the Advent study.  I
called her tonight, and altho' she can't come to class tomorrow, she would like to
come on the 17th as well  :-)    So we're looking forward to meeting KARIN MARX at
that time.
>BTW:  for those of you who haven't been to class in awhile, perhaps you'd like to
"jump back in" during our Advent study.  We've been missing you!
>Peace,Reatha - Sat - 7:30pm

 
 
November 03, 2013 Class
Class Meeting 
Email from Reatha>  
Lessons:Nov 3 -- (another chapter of) BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE -- by Higgs -- (Potifar's wife) led by Reatha
Nov 10 -- A Report on Revelation (summary of the Adults PLUS fall retreat) -- led by Don H.
Nov 17 -- TBA -- led by Jim
Nov 24 -- Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam -- by Moore -- ch.1, led by Reatha
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Dec 1 -- Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam-- by Moore -- ch.2, led by Don
Dec 8 -- Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam -- by Moore -- ch.3, led by Sydnor
Dec 15 --Finding Bethlehem in the Midst of Bedlam -- by Moore -- ch.4, led by Reatha *** also our annual Holiday Breakfast, served in our classroom ***
Dec 22 -- our annual Christmas Readings -- shared by Lou
Dec 29 -- TBA -- led by Durward
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Jan 5 -- IS AMERICA A CHRISTIAN NATION? -- led by Ace
Jan 12 -- (another chapter of) ON GOD'S SIDE -- by Jim Wallis -- led by Chick
Jan 19 -- TBA -- led by Cal
Jan 26 -- EMPEROR CONSTANTINE -- led by Eleanor

>A few notes:  Advent really begins on Dec 1, but we're gonna start our Advent Study a week earlier.
>. This Sunday we might not even get to discuss Potifar's wife -- we need to talk about some class issues, (Note: Audio at link but no video of discussion) esp. the Nomination's Committee.  I've spoken w/several folks about chairing this group... to no avail.  So i'm throwing it open to volunteers      Anyone care to step up?
>As an "mature" class, established 60 years ago, almost each of us has served in various leadership roles... a few times over!  But perhaps we have missed a few who'd like to take part.  PLEASE SPEAK UP!!!
>I'm also serving on the church's Sunday School Planning Team which has reps from all age groups and almost each adult SS class is represented.  Even the younger classes are having pblms drawing new folks in, no matter how warmly they try to include visitors.  It's sorta the "nature of the beast":  the very things that draw us together as a class -- age, life stages, similar interests -- can seem cliquish to new folks.  I'd like for us to kick around some ideas that might encourage new members for our class.  I know we've discussed this before, but... we need to revisit it.
>Come w/some ideas  
>Peace, Reatha
 
During Class Lou and Eleanor agree to bne Co Chair of Nominating Committee. May Katherine presentented the report of our Treasuery with $ in Helping Hands and $ in Operating funds. A propasal to move $500 from the Operation Account to Helping Hands was put off until the first of the year. A deiscussion follwed about efforts in the church and our class to improve attendance. Don R reported that his tally shows 67 mebers who are on our active roll. of those 2 kive ibn other cities and are not expected to attend. 14 of the 67 seldom come though appear able and 7 appear unable to come leaving us with 44 who come off and on. We had 18 present today ot of the 44 or 67. (under construction, Panther time)opotential for attendance.

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Calendar:   Mon Oct 21 - James; Imam John Ederer: CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM, 12/15 Christmas Breakfast in Ownbey classroom on  12/??  at 9 am (25 needed).
Hot Menus:    Oct. 30 Tacos,  Nov. 6  chicken breast,  Nov. 13  Spaghetti,  Nov. 20  Meatloaf,  Nov. 27   No meal

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October 26, 2013 Sydnor Reminds us of Abraham, Hagar, Ismael, and Isaiah
 Sydnor lead the class and discussed the general question of Muslims and how Christians should react to them as they are descendants of Ismael (Abraham's son by Sara's maid) and promised by God to lead a nation. We mentioned Sydnor iii who was in Afghanistan and  involved some with Muslims and even visited their Mosque there. Here is a 
link to a YouTube Video  of his session
on this back a couple of years ago in Francis Chapel. Also some of us heard James and Imam John Ederer Monday night discuss  (click this for Audio) CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM and Here is a link to the Video of today's discussion.
(Info email from Reatha 10/26/2013)Dear Ownbey Family, 1.  Tomorrow Sydnor (will) lead our class.
Mary Katherine will be out of town (celebrating her b'day, no doubt) so we'll need to "step up" and cover her treasurer duties 
And i MIGHT leave class a bit early.  Tomorrow is Homecoming at Trinity UMC in Gastonia where Dad served back in 1958-61, and i'm debating about going.  I just got word about it a few days ago... and their service starts at 10:30...
2.  Scott L had a port inserted a week ago so that he can begin his chemo this coming Monday.  We wish him the best and continue to hold ALL the Lumadues in our prayers. 3.  Chick got some rather bum news:  until he's off certain medication for his stents, he CANNOT have his hip surgery...  So he's back in test-your-patience mode. 4.  Got word from Dottie's family that she has moved to Aldersgate!  I haven't yet memorized her exact address, but the general address for Aldersgate is 3800 Shamrock Dr (15). 5.  If i don't forget tomorrow morning, i'm to stop by our Missions' Ofc and pick up mission bags for each family in our class.  Some of you may have gotten one the other week after church services, but... if you didn't, you can get yours in class  Peace,Reatha - Sat - 9:30am
 Sydnor lead the class and discussed the general question of Musims and how Christans should react to them as they are descendants of Ismael (Abraham's son by Sara's maid) and promised by God to lead a nation. We mentioned Sydnor iii who was in Afghanistan and  involved some with Muslims and even visited their Mosque there. Here is a link to a YouTube of his session on this back a couple of years ago in Francis Chapel. Here is a link to the Video of today's discussion.
(Info email from Reatha 10/26/2013)Dear Ownbey Family, 1.  Tomorrow Sydnor (will) lead our class.
Mary Katherine will be out of town (celebrating her b'day, no doubt) so we'll need to "step up" and cover her treasurer duties  
And i MIGHT leave class a bit early.  Tomorrow is Homecoming at Trinity UMC in Gastonia where Dad served back in 1958-61, and i'm debating about going.  I just got word about it a few days ago... and their service starts at 10:30...
2.  Scott L had a port inserted a week ago so that he can begin his chemo this coming Monday.  We wish him the best and continue to hold ALL the Lumadues in our prayers. 3.  Chick got some rather bum news:  until he's off certain medication for his stents, he CANNOT have his hip surgery...  So he's back in test-your-patience mode. 4.  Got word from Dottie's family that she has moved to Aldersgate!  I haven't yet memorized her exact address, but the general address for Aldersgate is 3800 Shamrock Dr (15). 5.  If i don't forget tomorrow morning, i'm to stop by our Missions' Ofc and pick up mission bags for each family in our class.  Some of you may have gotten one the other week after church services, but... if you didn't, you can get yours in class  Peace,Reatha - Sat - 9:30am
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October 20, 2013 Cal does Toxic Charity III
 (from Reatha 10/19/2013)
Dear Ownbey Family, UPCOMING LESSONS   1.  I'll be sending out the Nov-Jan schedule next week but...
2.   . . . .  CAL will lead us in revisiting Robert Lupton's book, TOXIC CHARITY.
3.  And on Sun. Oct. 27th, SYDNOR will lead us.  Topic:  TBA.
HAPPINESS.  TOM had a b'day yest'y  :-)2.  ...and this coming week, we have several more b'days:
Mon the 21st - ANNE Tue the 22d - HELEN Wed the 23d - KEN  and also MARY KATHERINE  3.  On Sun Oct 6th, SYDNOR III received his Captain's epaulets in a special service at his church in Gastonia.  HARRIETTE and KELLY had the honor of "pinning" them on.  (our) SYDNOR was there, too.
4.  That same Sunday, CHICK filled in for Sydnor by teaching the Fellowship Class. 5.  Also on that Sunday, DOTTIE attended CITR w/daughter SISSY and son-in-law MIKE .  They came to hear young RAYMOND sing w/the Youth Choir (who sang w/the Children's Choir and Trinity Singers during the service). 6.  JOYCE  called me last Sat, and we visited for awhile.  BEN III will be at a symposium at the Vatican soon -- or he may be there now!  He will be meeting POPE FRANCIS  :-) 7.  I was gonna tell y'all about KEN  book about BILLY GRAHAM, but the article in THE CORNERSTONE this week is much more informative.

HEALTH 1.  Over a week ago we got the GOOD news that SCOTT 's surgeon apparently cut away ALL of the cancer while she was performing the emergency appendectomy  :-)    He will need to follow-up w/chemo, 2-3 hrs/day, one day a week, every other week, for 6 months. 2.  CHICK will be having his hip replacement soon and recuperating during November.  3.  MARK posted on fb earlier this week that BARBARA broke one of her ankles!  Just called her to check on things.  Her n'bor has had a lot of foot surgery and has loaned her a scooter which has helped her get around on the main floor, and she has a wheelchair on the uncarpeted 2d floor.  She will go to a sports med ctr for rehab starting this week.  [she will also let us know if she needs anything]

BBQ TOMORROW  :-) We have a good number of folks signed up for tomorrow's lunch.  I called BETTY an hour ago, and she's in good health, so i'll go pick her up after SS.  [had i told you that she had fallen at the grocery store the other week, sustaining just a few bruises?]  It'll be good seeing her again  :-)   My stomach is already rumbling in anticipation of Shebra's 'cue  :-)  Peace,  Reatha - Sat - 1:45pm

20131020 Cal talks about Toxic Charity 
Cal led a lively discussion of the  Robert Lupton's book, TOXIC CHARITY.


 
October 13- Reatha continues Proverbs
(Reatha read a Zen Prayer to begin  class. We had 9 people present at first, then got up to 14. Anne gave health and happiness report  including the encouraging words about their son. Reatha reported on the success of the current packing of meals. She then contined the lessons on Proverbs and today was on the influences of the surrounding  countries in Biblical writings.

October 6- Lou Ben and Paul discuss


(from Reatha 10/4/2013 11:02 PM) Dear Ownbey Family, 1.  ANNE and BOB are asking for prayers for their family:  older son, who is recuperating from an emergency appendectomy last week, got word that he has Stage 3 colo-rectal cancer.  He and wife sounded rather upbeat when Anne and Bob talked w/them yest'y -- her b'day.  . . . Already talked w/several folks who have beaten Stage 4, so he's encouraged by that.  As soon as he recovers from the appendectomy, he will begin treatment for the cancer.  I know that Anne and Bob wish they lived closer -- they are in  . . .  -- but we hold all of them close in our hearts. 2.  CONNIE and DURWARD are out of town this weekend, but you can still sign up (and pay) for our upcoming BBQ (Sun Oct 20th) this week during class.  [$7/plate] As part of our church's ministry, Connie called TED's son as follow-up.  CHARLES + wife + their two daughters are in town this weekend, clearing out Ted's house, getting it ready for the market.  They hope to visit our columbarium tomorrow, too.  Charles expressed his continued gratitude to us for our support and friendship.  If you'd like to contact him: ask Retaha or see this full email.  3.  HARRIETTE won't be in class Sunday.  She'll be at SYDNOR III's church for a special service, honoring his promotion to Captain in the Naval Reserves.  [gosh - now i'm not sure of the correct rank... and i erased Harriette's email...]  Since this is a 1st Sunday, "our" SYDNOR usually teaches the Fellowship Class, but i'm guessing that he'll be in Gastonia as well, celebrating Sydnor III's promotion. 4.  Got the following email from JOYCE: "What a wonderful surprise -- it was just great to hear from my Ownbey family on my birthday.  My small Bible study group in the (condo) neighborhood had a little party for me (the only Sept birthday) and for three who had had Aug birthdays.  It was on my day.  But y'all are like icing on the cake.  I do so hope you're all doing well.  I play for an older Sunday School class now.  They use the regular material from Methodist Publishing.  They don't discuss much.  So I miss the liveliness of the Ownbey Class, and I miss all of you.  I'm still settling into my house and will have a garage full of boxes for quite awhile yet.  Fortunately, I have a large garage -- the builder who developed this neighborhood used it for quite awhile for an office, so it's carpeted.  I do have a nice music room and am delighted to have my grand after storing it for so long.  Ben III was invited to preach recently in one of his 4-point charge churches near Asheboro when he first came back from England many years ago.  The Mt.Olivet church was 200 years old, and Bishop Asbury was there then to ordain the first minister of that church.  Since I get to hear Ben so seldom, I drove up, and it was a delightful weekend.  I believe he and Ann are doing better.  We've all had a tough, sad time. Thanks again for making my day so special. Love, and God bless you all... Joyce"
Peace, 0Reatha - Fri - 10:45pm
(From Reatha) Dear Ownbey Family,
This Sunday Lou will lead us in discussing Ben Witherington's book, A SHARED CHRISTIAN LIFE. Our own James Howell says this about the book:  "Imagine a feast set upon a table.  Seated on your left is the Apostle Paul, across from you is John Wesley, and on your right is Ben Witherington.  Picture the host who invited them and you to be nourished in the life of faith.  The fare is rich and filling, precisely the food we need for the journey." Also this Sunday, i'll be slipping out after i share our announcements to go next door to teach Genesis Class. This past Sunday, the sign-up sheet for our BBQ Luncheon began making the rounds.  We have c.15 folks who have signed up thus far w/11 of them already paying the $7/plate cost.  You can sign up this Sunday and the next (13th) since the date of the BBQ is Sun Oct 20th (12:15pm in Jubilee Hall).
Anne Buker has shared that she's talked w/Ginny Soule recently.  Not only do Ginny and Wes have birthdays this month, they have just celebrated their 70th anniversary!  If you'd care to send them a card, here's their info: Ginny and Wes Soule 5590 ..... 651......
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Remember: Joint Choir Concert tonight with Covenant Presbyterian,   Adults Plus Meeting Wednesday this week at 10:30 on Financial Issues in Retirement, Adults Plus day trip 10/04 to see West Jefferson Frescas, etc. BBQ dinner at 12:15 on Sunday 10/20/2013 Jubilee Hall, Christmas Breakfast in Ownbey classroom on 12/15 at 9 am (25 needed).
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August 25, 2013, Durward Facilitates
Reatha began class with a reading of a blessing she offered recently at a Reunion of former Faculty of West Charlotte 17 years ago . Timely in view of the current  MLK celebrations. Anne thanked the mystery Visitors brought by Sydnor and Harriette were Dr Richard and Elaina of the Cyprus. Anne thanked the mystery baker for the surprise cake recognizing 60 years of marriage as she and Bob were married at Sharon Presbyterian in 1953.Wilma Miller shared news that her  grandson Michael named one of the 3 finalist of News Cast at 64 University radio  stations all over the country. Uses the handle of Dewey Decimal.Anne asked Cal to comment on his recent change at UNC Charlotte  Cal has moved from an adjunct relationship at UNC Charlotte as he moves to full time position on faculty (and continues to practice law). Starts with classes of 191 and another or 240 and later an MBA class, Masters degree, Paralegal, and Estate Planning. Anne offered a quote of a writing " May there be peace within you . . . .  .  not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in your self and in others  . . . . may  you  be content with yourself just the way you are . . . . . let this knowledge  . . . . allow your soul freedom to  sing dance and love . .  is there for each and everyone . ." Richard H we were is leaving for Omaha for the trial of the murderer of his son. Chick getting along better and doing ok, per Sydnor. Hip surgery delayed.Writeup of Sunday school class in the current Sunday School brochure being distributed beginning today. Our choir combines in a performance with the Covenant Presbyterian choir tonight at their Church. Cal presented a request from Durward for $500 for the Men and Women Shelter to help with food for homeless. (Help edit, I cannot find an organization called the Men and Women's Shelter. Could it be the Mens Shelter?   http://www.mensshelterofcharlotte.org/) Committee recommended, Harriette moved and Tom seconded, and  the class approved. Don H gave out 16 two page articles to class members and asked that couples share with the class next week. The articles are about people making a difference. Durward moderated the class on  the book titled Last Third of Life. Durward ended the class asking that we write a letter to some one appropriate addressing five issues: 1>Values Which I live by 2> How they can find a faith  - or a better one 3>Do not go through Life together 4>Develop a life and career where your passion and needs of others merge.5> and I cant read  my notes for number five, help me Durward . .
August 18, 2013, Dr Hammer does Beatitudes  .
Reatha began class with a reading in honor of William Webb and Ted Bryant whose funerals were last Saturday and the previous Friday. In addition Don H read a letter he sent the family where he related the contributions Ted had made to the class including direction and installation of the audio visual equipment in the class; Ted financed a good portion of that project  along with other class members. Harriette related how he regularly sent $200 each year when she raised money by her run for Diabetes (I think it was). William Web's contributions and interests were also mentioned.
 
Chick had 4  stints a couple of weeks ago and last week had a defibrillator installed.  Don Hammer filled in for Chick in leading the lesson and used the occasion of the Beatitudes read at William Webb's funeral as the basis of a good portion of the lesson.
August 11, 2013 Don Hammer discusses the Library, specifically Periodicals.  Twala presided and read for the book of prayers Reatha has been using.  Anne L reminded us of  the last Charlotte Cafe outing Wednesday night. We welcomed Jim and Nancy back from up North !. Don Hammer discussed the Library and specifically the periodicals.
August 4, 2013 Reatha does Proverbs Reatha opened class by reading a prayer written for Hiroshima Day which is the 8th. Harriette came by on the way to give  a concert in Gastonia at 3pm in young Sydnor's new church assignment, Myers Memorial. Hymn Sing at 5:30 today. Reviewed the finacial report by Mary Katherine again. Reatha continued in leading us in the study of Proverbs. Some of us asked who wrote them and various answers included David, Solomon, and the word of God
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 July 28, 2013 Lou, More Niebuhr Reatha opened class with prayer attributed to R.Niebuhr and later Lou lead a lesson on him and discussed the prayer. Mary Katerine's successes in Cleveland Ohio Senior games were related as she placed in the top ten in about a half dozen categories. Anita did well too. MK reported we have in the treasury  and mentioned she is going to Seattle for a tour of the North west Pacific National Parks over the next two weeks. 23 Signups for the next dinner at Charlotte Cafe. Durward gave dates of last Sunday October for  bbq upstairs and 2nd Sunday in December for Breakfast.   Harriette did a beautiful recital in Aspen and drove 3,600 round trip while Sydnor slept. Parick and Jimmy have organ concert tonight. Will have Hymn sing next Sunday. Mentioned Miriam might be visiting us next week. Birthday card  sent to Cal  and get well to Chick who had 5 stints last week; hip operation 9/11. Don R told of the commotion brought about by changing seating at the 8 30 service.Mentioned Linda was at Lake Junaluska at a meeting.Lou shared the book by  R Niebuhr with us concentrating on the epilogue written after he had several stokes which slowed him down.

July 21, 2013 Ellen on Worship  Reatha opened class with a reading about how a small drop of water brings life. She reported the L..... is in Jubliee Hall this week, bring food contributions.. Next Sunday afternoon an Organ recital and then the next the Hymn sing with hot dogs.  From Reatha before class: Dear Ownbey Family, 1.  Our Curriculum Committee will meet tomorrow, Tue Jy 16th, at 7:30pm in our classroom (110).  All are welcome, or you can contact me or DON HAMMER -- -- with any ideas for upcoming lessons.2.  Speaking of upcoming lessons...This Sunday, Jy 21st, we are happy to have ELLEN ROBISON lead us in discussing her role as Minister of Worship and the Arts.3.  And speaking of ministers...You've read in recent editions of THE CORNERSTONE about the new directions our fomer ministers KEVIN WRIGHT and STEVE JAMES are taking.  But had you heard that JOE HAMBY, who'd been working at the Cokesbury store on Tyvola (which closed in April), is now working at The Men's Shelter uptown?  And BERNARD is currently in Asbury (out at Aldersgate).  At first, my source had told me that he'd suffered a mild stroke, but it turns out that it's Bell's Palsy.  While he's at Asbury, CAROL (who suffers from Alzheimer's) is staying w/their daughter in Wilmington (i think it is).4.  Our July birthdays...Th 11th - Fred  Th 18th - Ralph Fri 19th - Ace  Tue 23d - Cal  (who presented a sprited lesson yest'y, involving lots of discussion... which will prob lead to a follow-up lesson -- thx, Cal)   More H&H to come... not sure just when that will be!  [going up to Amanda's this aft'n to help her clean and prep for the soon-to-arrive baby.
July 14, 2013 Cal  using the Jim Wallis book ON GOD'S SIDE, and his lesson is entitled "The Good Samaritan Goes Global." Reatha started class with readings of prayers and comments of Nelsom Mandela. Also the summer intern spoke of last night's verdict  as "unbearable words."  She mentioned  that Marion Hymes might come to class as she is looking for a Sunday School home. Billy Tobias had a son last week, and Dottie is the mother. Had a good dinner. Mentioned the effort last week to fill the Emergency Bags (see last week's notes). Harriette and Sydnor are in Gastonia for son's first  day with his new church. They will be driving to Aspen soon.   . Anne mentioned Fred appreciated the birthaday card signed by  many members of the class. Wilma's daughter is having a hip replacement . William Webb spent some time in hospital last week and is back at Summit now. Have curreculum meeting Tuesday night. Wednesday morning Amanda is to have her new baby.  James likes RSV over using NRST, by the way. Steven Polis age 63 had a stoke recently, he was commissioned to do two musical pieces for us in recent years.
Reatha's email about lesson: Dear Ownbey Family, Tomorrow's lesson will be led by CAL.  He's using the Jim Wallis book ON GOD'S SIDE, and his lesson is entitled "The Good Samaritan Goes Global."  I'll send a Health-n-Happiness report in a little bit, including a list of July b'days -- late Happy B'day to FRED SADRI whose BIG day was this past week! Peace, Reatha - Sat - 9pm
July 07, 2013 Jubilee Hall Mission Project  The class met with other classes in Jubilee Hall to help prepare Care Packages and a couple of members went to the Fellowship Class to  hear Sydnor teach a lesson on the three Temples (the original by Salomon, the next by Herod, and the next by the Muslims). I have audit recording of Sydnor's lesson at the usual link as well as some Video. Also audit and video of the class proceedings. One thing I like they do is $1 bragging whereby people can tell things they want to brag about or thank people for a dollar. They also have  a prayer before the offering and a formal report of the Health of the group. They report attendance which was was 22 plus 3 visitors. Sydnor teaches the first Sunday of each month in Fellowship. On last Wednesday night the class met at Charlotte Cafe, next there is 2nd Wednesday in August. Curriculum Committee meets soon.
There was a  reference in the church Corenerstone about our class (and Luther Snyder/Ruth Fisher Class) being some of the folks who helped assemble 164 UMCOR health kits last Sunday?  It was sorta confusing at first... esp. if you were down at the "far end" of tables (as i was) where we were simply sorting the myriad of hotel soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions, bath gels, toothpaste... w/the help of very eager youngsters.  [my main job:  reading the "fine print" on those hotel toiletries so the kids would know into which bowl to sort them -- lots of them were written in gold/silver "leaf" making it really hard to decifer (even w/my trifocals...)]The "Hang-in-There!" award for our class goes to ARLYENE   :-)    I don't know how many kits she put together, but she was there till almost the "bitter end." A brief note about the kits.  Each one had:  1 handtowel, 1 washcloth, 1 bath-size soap, 1 toothbrush, 1 metal nail file (or 1 pair nail clippers), 1 (non pocket-size) comb, and 6 (reg-size) Bandaids.  Later i was asking BARBARA about that "funky" number of Bandaids.  Here's THAT scoop:  whenever a shipment reaches its destination, there will be random content checks.  If any kit does not have EXACTLY what it's supp'd to, the entire shipment could be in jeopardy and refused.  The kits we packed will go to Mooresville where EACH ONE will be doublechecked before being sent on.  [the reason we send toothbrushes but no toothpaste is due to shelf-life:  some kits might be stored for years before being needed]
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June 30, 2013 Bob L and Don H lead us in Poetry 
Twala led the class beginning with the prayer often attributed to Saint Francis , " Lord, make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; More...." It was reported that Ken and Anne were celebrating their 66th wedding aniversary in Little Switzerland;  Durward, Connie, Cal, and Eleanor were in the mountains; and Lou and Martha were in Albemarle leaving us with only about a dozen present. We were honored to have Barbara B with us. We heard from Anne L that Grace was looking good at the Methodist Home.. The class on Violence by Don was mentioned as still open and the Bible Class on God in the Old Vs New Testament by intern Tom Fetter begins in a couple of weeks. Reminded that the Charlotte Cafe out is second Wednesday in July and August and next is July 10..  Linda recently put together information to help users of the Library know how to do Book Reviews. A copy of her instructions may be found in the pictures for this date at the link above. Several class members have done Reviews including Jim H, and we hope to have more. The class was our annual Poetry Readings by the class with Bob L and Don H leading off followed by Carol N, Chick T, May K V, and Jim H. II suggested we move this to another time of year in that we have so many people missing around the 4th of July. Curriculum Committee is next on July 11.
June 23, 2013 Don H and Jim Discuss the recent  Men's Retreat  Reatha started the class mentioning  locking her keys in her car this morning and AAA was there in 20 minutes. A visitor was present. Carol Needy reported some Gwen/friends were visiting town. We asked about Arlene and Emily. Don H encouraged folks to take the Violence In America on Tuesday morning or Wednesday night.  Reminded to bring poetry or prose next week.Wednesday July 10 at 6pm is next Charlotte Cafe outing (oops same night as Don's Class at 7pm). Bible school finished this week with over 250  children and adults.  The next Curriculum meeting is July 11. The "lesson" today was a discussion of the Men's Retreat held recently at Lake Junaluska. Also discussed was  the role and status of the Men's  groups at MPUMC in that it appears they are difficult tom get going. 17 people attended the Retreat with 6 from the small groups. The success of the Women's Groups was discussed too and reasons for the differences. Here is an email from Reatha about this discussion:
Dear Ownbey Family, Jim Hatfield and Don Hammer will lead our lesson tomorrow, talking about the Men's Retreat which occured a few months ago. One thing they'd like us to consider -- those of us who have attended the annual Women's Retreats over the years:  why do you think the Women's Retreats have been so "successful"?  App. the Men's Retreats have not garnered much interest. Guys, answer me this:  wasn't this the first year for a Men's Retreat?  Or had they tried in past years only to meet w/little response?
And looking ahead to our lesson on the 30th:  Don will return, joined by Bob Lumadue, for our Annual Poetry Session.  Each of us is encouraged to bring poem(s) to share      Perhaps you like a particual Psalm... in a favorite translation.  Or you like an inspirational poem that holds special meaning for you.  Or you like a silly poem, recalling that God appreciates joy -- remember:  "Isaiah" means "laughter." BTW:  Happy (offical) Summer... and enjoy the Super Moon tomorrow night  Peace, Reatha - Sat - 1pm
June 16, 2013 Sydnor tells the Benefit of Doubt We were glad to welcome Sydnor III to our class along with his daughter Angela and wife Kelly. Sydnor III just returned from a tour in Afghanistan and will serve as Minister at  Myers Memorial (Methodist) in Gastonia. Church.  Reatha began the class with quotes from Tom Brokaw and Warren Buffet - Tom: "In pursuit of your passion, always be young; in relationships with others always be grown up." Warren: "You only have to do a very few things right  in your life so long as don't do too many things wrong." She mentioned a session by our intern Tom Fifer  Wednesday night on God and whether it is same one in both parts of the Bible. Don H reported his Tuesday  Class is fine but Wednesday needs some more (people) - for his 6 week study on Violence. Reminded us of the Adults Plus trip to view the Frescoes in the mountains.  Bob and Anne's  son (Scott) is home safely from a recent trip to Istanbul, site of violent reaction to financial problems of that country. Scott's wife Becky was at a retreat near the recent  raging fires there did not come near her. They both live near Denver. Jim and Nancy missed as visiting their son's church today and then viewing a play by their grand daughter in the early afternoon. Jim and Don H will use the class next week to share their experiences at the recent Men's Retreat at Lake Junaluska. In two weeks is the annual Poem session and Don H asked us to be thinking about content to share.  Sydnor's lesson was on the book by Frank Spencer on Benefit of Doubt (of our religious beliefs). Spencer, a 20-year Habitat volunteer and CEO for recent years, retired in 2010 as chief executive of Charlotte-based Cogdell Spencer, a publicly traded health-care real estate investment trust.Education: Union Presbyterian Seminary, Harvard Business School, UNC Chapel Hill. Complete video and  audio at links above.
June 9, 2013 - (I was in Cincinnati watching my twin grand daughters graduate high school.  You can see details at my family Movie Blog - Click here)
 June 2, 2013 Revelation Part 2 led by Ace    (While the sound was as good as usual in the class room today, for some reason, the it  was lower on the video and audio recordings making it hard for me to  get all the details of class business. Help me complete if you can. Reatha started class with a quote from Marcus Areies (I will spell it later), "You have power over your mind not outside events, realize this and you find strength." We received a thank you for our $500 Helping Hand gift in February to  (please tell me). Summer Sunday School will consist of a Jubilee Hall Group meeting for most classes at 9:45 and then classes at 9:55. We will follow our own schedule, however, except for July 7 having to do with First Aid Kits. The Adults Plus! outing at the  McIntosh's is Wednesday June 12 ($5) and that night is our outing at Charlotte Cafe, sign up for both. Don Hammer is leading a 6 week class ($10) on "Violence in America-What can I do." on 10-1130 on Tuesday and 7- 830 on Wednesdays beginning 6/18 and 6/19. Contact Christine or Don to register.  Reatha mentioned my twin grand daughters will graduate from high school in Cincinnati net weekend and I will be there. We learned that  Eleanor grandson is graduating from ????? and will go to UNC for graduate work in ??????.  Also Cal is to be "full time"  as a lecturer at UNC Charlotte in Business Law. Harriette ran a 5K unexpectedly on Memorial Day and their son Sydnor is now home. from Afghanistan. Sydnor and Harriette today celebrate 66 years of marriage

Ace will lead our class this Sunday, continuing the Book of Revelation.  He sends the following:
I won't ask you to read Revelation.  It's too scary.  But look at the following outline in preparation for our discussion.
ABBREVIATED OUTLINE OF REVELATION
1.  The Revelation is given to John (1: 1-20)
2.  Message for the Seven Churches (2:1 - 3:22)
3.  John appears before the Throne of God, surrounded by 24 Enthroned Elders (4:1 - 5:14)
4.  The Seven Seals; Four Horsemen; Souls of Martyrs; and Earthquakes (6:1 - 8:6)
5.  The Seven Trumpets - More Calamities:  fire, floods, etc; First Woe (8:7 - 11:19)
6.  The Second Woe (12:1 - 13:18)
     a.  Woman in labor w/male child
     b.  War between the Dragon and the Angel Michael
     c.  The Beast emerges from the Sea
     d.  Another Beast emerges from the Earth w/the mark "666"
7.  The Third Woe (14:1 - 16:21)
     a.  The Lamb on Mt.Zion w/144,000 "first fruits" for redemption
     b.  Proclamations of three Angels ("Woe to those that worship the beast.")
     c.  Earth "reaped" by one "like a son of man"
     d.  Babylon subjected to "the winepress of the wrath of God"
     e.  Seven bowls of pestilence and disaster - preparation for final battle
8.  Armageddon and the Fall of Babylon - the Great Harlot (17:1 - 18:24)
9.  The Marriage Supper of the Lamb.  Celebration of the Fall of Babylon (19: 1-10)
10.  The Millennium (19:11 - 20:6)
     a.  Judgment and 1000-year imprisonment of Satan, the Beast, and the False Prophet
     b.  Resurrection of the Martyrs and 1000-year Reign of Christ
11.  Post Millennium (20: 7-15)
     a.  Satan is released and makes war again, but is defeated
     b.  The Last Judgment when the Wicked and Satan are cast into the Lake of Fire
12.  The New Heaven and New Earth (21:1 - 22:5)
     a.  No more suffering or death
     b.  God returns to Jerusalem and dwells w/the People.  New Jerusalem described.
13.  Final Assurance of Christ's Return.  Admonition against Changing Revelation (22:6 - 21)
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