PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MUNCIE, IN PERMIT NO. 304 VOL. 16, No.14 ALSO SERVING ANDERSON, MARION, RICHMOND AND NEW CASTLE COMMUNITIES JULY 19, 2007 July 6, 2007: An Historical Day for the Muncie Community School Board By Jeannine Lee Lake munities. Both have repeatedly had the Michael Gorin and honor of being "the first Julius J. Anderson have black to ever hold (fill a few things in common in the black position)," besides the fact that and despite having they're both African- endured prejudice at American men living in times, both are extreme Muncie. ly positive, encouraging They're both gradu people. ates of Southside High Two recent elections School, they're both have brought these men married to two smart together again, and now women ? Carnice Gorin both are serving on the and Belinda Anderson, Muncie Community and they're both long School Board ? time community Anderson as board pres activists who care ident and Gorin as a deeply about their corn- School board member Michael Gorin and President Julius Anderson continued on page 4 Coach Thompson's departure constitutes a Muncie hate crime Coach Ronny Thompson resigned after just one year into his 5 year contract. SeeThompson on page 3 for full story Mandela celebrates 89th birthday with grandeur and humility, this week in changed South Africa Nelson R. Mandela, who became a legend in his lifetime, turns 89 this week in a blaze of celebrations in the country that he transformed from a bastion of hatred and racism into an oasis of racial toleration and reconciliation. In a setting befitting the man who is recognized as the moral conscience of the world, Brazilian soccer great Pele and three-time African player of the year Samuel Eto'o of Cameroon delivereda special birthday gift Tuesday to South Africa's first democratically elected president and renowned soccer fan Mandela. Mandela, popularly known as Madiba, who spent 27 years in South Africa's prisons before leading his African National Congress to electoral victory in 1994, is arguably the most famous politiciancum-statesman in the world today. As befitting that iconic stature, as he turned 89, he introduced to the world Nelson Mandela a group of world leaders, including Bill Clinton and Kofi Annan, who will focus on international issues and struggles such as the war in Iraq. Gifts have begun continued on page 9 Page 2 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 EDITORIAL Despite attractiveness, visions of a United States of Africa premature In the buildup to the African Union's recent meeting in Ghana, West Africa, there was much discussion about a continental government that would be called the United States of Africa. It is an idea that has attracted varying degrees of interest over the years. Kwame Nkrumah, the iconic first president of Ghana, formerly the Gold Coast, is credited with first suggesting the idea that a united Africa would be a stronger Africa. Over the years, as all of Africa eventually became independent, the idea has ebbed and flowed. PanAfricanists, intellectuals,academics, politicians and sloganeers have discussed the idea, with various levels of seriousness, within Africa and in the Diaspora. It is an exciting idea, but little concrete action has been taken to make it a reality. That's what happened in Accra, Ghana's capital, recently: much talk but little action. The now-defunct Organization of African Unity (OAU) was supposed to be a first step towards an African government. The OAU languished at its headquarters in Addis Ababa, the Ethiopian capital. It became a talking shop. Many members did not even bother to pay their annual dues. It had no power and no authority. The OAU has been replaced by the 53-member African Union (AU), which is supposed to lay the groundwork for continental unity. But the AU is also proving to be a caricature of itself. It has yet to make a mark on governance issues. It has not tackled rampant corruption. Human rights abuses continue unabated. There is no accountability. There is no continent-wide commitment to democracy and good governance. Many countries have yet to pay their annual dues. Meanwhile, manyAfrican leaders come off as a fraternity dedicated to supporting each other and helping each other stay in office--without any regard for their citizens. On the major issues of the day, the AU is strangely quiet. It has said little and done even less to alleviate the suffering of the people of Darfur, in southern Sudan, who are daily brutalized and terrorized by their government. Despite the blood on its hands, the Sudanese government is accepted as an equal member of the African Union. Zimbabwe's 83-year-old Robert Gabriel Mugabe, in power for 27 years, is accepted as an AU statesman even though his government stands accused of gross human rights abuses, violence against the opposition, corruption, 85 percent unemployment and runaway inflation exceeding 4,500 percent. The diminutive president of Gabon, in power for over 40 years, wastes state resources on personal aggrandizement and no one complains. In Uganda and elsewhere, presidents change constitutions so they can stay in power indefinitely--yet no one complains. Ditto in the Congo, Libya, etc. So many of these leaders see staying in power as their reason for existence. Only a few of them, in Ghana, Botswana, South Africa, etc., seem to care about improving the lifestyles of their citizens. Africa is rich in natural resources:oil, gold, diamonds (gem and industrial), copper, iron, chrome. It has great agricultural and tourist potential. The idea of a United States of Africa is a grand one. Unfortunately it will take a new generation of leaders to bring that about. It will not happen under the present leadership. Too many of today's leaders are corrupt or support corruption. They want to live in style, while their citizens suffer and wallow in poverty, disease and despair. They are too busy building mansions and shrines to themselves, to care about their poor, defenseless and powerless citizens. They buy castles and villas in Europe or expensive apartments and houses in the United States. They stuff their bank accounts in Switzerland, other European and Asian capitals and the United States. They fly overseas for medical treatment and send their children and relatives to overseas schools and universities, while their citizens do without the most basic things. The United States of Africa is a wonderful idea, likely to be realized in the distant future. But that is unlikely to happen until there is a change in the culture of leadership and a realization that leaders are there to serve their people--not to get rich and fat, while their citizens starve and die or suffer unimaginable abuses. LETTER POLICY The Muncie Times accepts and publishes "Letters to the Editor" under the following conditions: ?The letter must indicate the writer's name, address and phone number where the writer can be reached during the day. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published. ?If the writer wishes the letter to be published under a pseudo- nym, that wish will be honored. 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It covers the communities of Anderson, Marion, New Castle, Richmond, and Muncie. All editorial correspondence should be addressed to: The Editor, The Muncie Times, 1304 N. Broadway, Muncie, IN 47303. Telephone (765) 741-0037. Fax (765) 741-0040. The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 3 Thompson from page 1 By Jayne R. Beilke, Ph.D. In covering the departure of Ball State University basketball coach Ronny Thompson, the Muncie Star Press stated, "questions lingered a day after Ronny Thompson resigned just 15 months into a 5-year contract" (July 14, 2007). Introduced with great fanfare, the expectations for Coach Thompson could not have been higher. A losing season and NCAA rules infractions took a toll. Still, other coaches have suffered through losing seasons and rules infractions and stayed on. Why did Thompson leave? The speculation surrounding his departure, has centered on his "style," personal and professional. According to the donors who were interviewed by the daily paper, he was not accessible enough. Others saw him as being too "East Coast." He and his family could not adjust to the Midwest or the Mid-American Conference. He did not recruit enough regional or local talent. Although those questions will continue to be debated, the membership of the Muncie branch of the NAACP requests that the focusbe shifted to the one incident that sets Coach Thompson apart: the racist notes shoved under his office door. In other words, Thompson was the victim of a hate crime. The dictionary defines a hate crime as "any of various crimes" when motivated by hostility to the victim as a member of a group." Coined by the U.S. Justice Department in 1985, hate crimes are acts of incitement, vandalism, assault, and ultimately murder. While the attention in the news has focused on his departure, we ask: What progress is being made in the university's investigation of this incident? This is not a sports story and -it should not be reported as such. This is a story about a hate crime, committed in a Midwestern community. Thompson's departure has brought "relief." With that, "BSU coaches [are] ready to move forward" according to the daily newspaper. He has made it easy for us to forget about the hate crime that occurred--and that is unfortunate. BSU President Jo Ann Gora is to be commended for expressing her outrage of the treatment Thompson and his assistants received. In addition, BSU Provost Terry King has made it clear that diversity matters at BSU. We urge the administration to identify and report this action as a hate crime, to press forward with the investigation, and to report the findings. As former U. S. Vice President Al Gore said, "We must send a clear and strong message to all who would commit crimes of hate: it is wrong, it is illegal and we will catch you and punish you to the full force of our laws." Jayne R. Beilke, Ph.D., is a Ball State University professor of education and president of the Muncie chapter of the NAACP Last week to sign-up for Wilderness Day Camp at Mounds State Park Are your kids the outdoor type? Mounds State Park is offering a Wilderness Day Camp July 25-27. This three-day camp has been specifically designed for 11-13yr olds. The days will be filled with fun activities that include wilderness explorations, outdoor skill games, and a hike into White River. Each youth will make something to take home with them to reinforce what he/she learns at this camp. These programs will help children to better understand the environment and professions in this field. Wilderness Day Camp ?July 25, 26, 27 -$35/child Daily schedule: Wednesday 9:00am12:00pm Thursday 9:00am12:00pm Friday 9:OOam-2:OOpm Each morning provides a variety of fun learning sessions, ending with a campfire cookout and award ceremony on the last day, which parents are encouraged to attend. Advance registration is required and space is limited. Children will meet at the Visitor Center each day at 9 a.m. and must be picked up at 12:00pm (Wed, Thurs) and 2:00pm (Fri) at the same location. Parents will beasked to fill out health/participation forms before their child enjoys activities on the first day. To register your little naturalist, or to ask any questions about this program, please contact the Interpretive Naturalist at (765) 649-8128. Hope to see you there! FLIP MEAN S'CAN'T FLIP! s has Q .ttes and should °Ant Woe 0s larvi 0s -0 'ric4lip' MIS VOL To ±k). %tress tt's Ike hoeing o bronti AeW Matna. TWIN SETS starting at $219.90, FULL SETS starting at S27' QUEEN SETS starting at 9* KING SETS starting at S67 Page 4 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 New MCS Board Member Michael Gorin swears in as his wife Carnice looks on continued from page 1 first-time member elected in May 2006. These two men's impressive resumes have shown a lifetime of service to others, and now both are excited to serve MCS with pride, showing the black community ? and the city of Muncie as a whole ? that African-American men do indeed care about the education of children. Anderson ? who served as vice president prior to his July 6 election as president ? succeeds former president Robert Kellams, who served two terms on the board. Gorin, who retired from Southside High School after 35 years as an educator, received nearly 40 percent of votes to gain his position, a testament to the many years he's spent educating some of Muncie's best and brightest at Southside. Gorin had been associate principal at Southside for eight years; prior to that he was a social studies teacher at the school for 15 years and dean of men for three years. As the first African-American to serve as MCS board president, Anderson said he -looks forward to continuing the good work that MCS is doing. Among its recent successes are after-school clubs, increased parental involvement, and higher awareness of the need for minority educators. Anderson ? who with Belinda has raised three grown children ? said he was elated to serve on the board with Gorin, a man who he considers to be a mentor. "I'm very happy about Mr. Mike Gorin coming on as a board member for the Muncie Community Schools," he said. "This is not the first time I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Gorin =when I was freshman at Southside High School he was my history teacher, as well as my track and field coach. "I will always remember how he coached me and one of my teammates in winning the city 880 meter-race ? it was a moment I will never forget," he said. "I still prefer to call him "Mr. Gorin," however as we both are on school board he prefers me to call him "Mike." But to me he would always be respected as Mr. Gorin." Anderson said Gorin ? father of National Football League player Brandon Gorin and Eli Lilly employee Shayla Gorin ? was a man who has affected many students of all races. He said Gorin was an educator who truly knows the "ins and outs" of the system, and will work hard for Muncie Community Schools. Gorin has a bachelor's of science degree in journalism and a master's degree in secondary education. "I esteem him much higher than myself as an educator," Anderson said. "He draws crowds wherever he goes. I know he will make a big difference for The Muncie Community Schools and I look forward to working with him and keep on learning from him." Gorin had equal praise for Anderson, a member of Indiana Black Expo and organizer of the IBE annual parade ? the city's largest. Gorin said, as president, Andersonwill be able to work well with many different personalities and groups ? a trait that is needed in the field of education. "Julius has always been the type to delve into something with both hands, to really work hard at a cause and enjoy helping others," he said. "I am excited to be on the board, and I'm looking forward to being a part of the MCS team." In addition to Gorin's swearing in and Anderson's election as president, the board elected Marilyn Carey as its vice president and attorney Jennifer Abrell continued on page 5 ? 0.".1814.0.41. The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 5 continued from page 4 as secretary; Kevin P. Smith will also serve as a board member. At that same meeting, the board also established meetings for the 2007-08 school year to be at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, except when noted, in the boardroom at the Anthony building, 2501 N. Oakwood Ave. The public is invited to attend, and Anderson ?an advocate of more parental representation at school board meetings ? encourages all to attend. Mike Gorin: Biographical Information * Lifelong Muncie resident * S outhside High School graduate, 1964 * Ball State University graduate: B.S. in Social Studies (1969) M.A. in Public Relations (1975) M.A. in School Administration (1982) Experience: Teacher 1969-1984 Assistant Principal 1984-1995 Associate Principal 1995-2004 Hopes for the Board: * Support positive educational programs that help schools meet requirements of No Child Left Behind * Support policies that have been researched and have a positive impact on student achievement * Work to provide students with schools that are safe, well-maintained and have a climate conducive to the learning process * Work toward providing a work environment which values employ- ees, rewards initiative, and promotes excellence Anderson's Goals as School Board President: "I would like to be a school board president who truly wants to make a difference in the community in a very positive way thorough our young children. Education is the future." Biographica Information: Navy reserve retiree after 20 years of service 2006 distinguished alumnus of Ivy Tech Community College. Currently working as a supervisor for residence halls of Ball State University Active member of various social organizations throughout the city and state Worked throughout his life for the betterment of community and society as a whole. Encourages youth leadership and foresees children as the future of the nation. Muncie Homecoming Festival 2007 August 10, 11 and 12th Muncie Are You Ready? Plan your Family Reunion on August 11th in McCulloch Park If you have family & friends that you don't want to miss this great weekend, forward or send their names and addresses to our P.O. Box or web site. When email, be sure to put subject Muncie Homecoming Festival. Food & Retail Vendors write or talk to chairman of festival. Muncie Homecoming Festival Ron Jones, Chariman PO. 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July 19, 2007 ? Page 7 Sixteen to receive awards at Indiana Black Expo Governor's Reception INDIANAPOLIS (July 17, 2007) ? Sixteen Hoosier education, business and community leaders from across the state will be recognized today for their accomplishments at the Indiana Black Expo, Inc. 37th Annual Summer Celebration (IBE) Governor's Reception. "The success these individuals have achieved should be an example for us all," said Governor Mitch Daniels. "These leaders truly represent the backbone of Indiana Hoosiers who see that investing in their community and in their state will pay dividends for years to come." Award recipients were selected by the governor in collaboration with the Minority and Women's Business Enterprises division of the Indiana Department of Administration. Governor Mitch Daniels and Lieutenant Governor Becky Skillman will present the awards at a ceremony at the State House. Thirteen individuals will receive the Governor's Award for Achievement for excellence and service in the fields of education, business, technology, health and religion. Three individuals will receive specialized awards for leadership and community, service. Governor's Award for Achievement in Education recipients: ? Reverend Victor Davis (Gary), founder of Spirit of God Fellowship East ? George McCullough, Jr. (South Bend), principal of Washington High School Governor's Award for Achievement in Business and Entrepreneurship recipients: ? Barbara Johnson (Fort Wayne), president and founder of SheeKriStyle Academy of Dance, Inc. ? Reba Harris (Kokomo), founder of the Gilhead House, a not-for-profit organization that serves women with drug and alcohol addictions ? David Girton (Indianapolis), president and CEO of Liger Securities Corporation, a financial services company. ? Constance Robinson Blair (Evansville), president of HMR Enterprises, a distribution company, and member of the Evansville City Council. ? Venita J. Moore, Debra Simmons Wilson and Tammy Butler R o b i n s o n (Indianapolis), principals of Engaging Solutions, LLC, a management consulting firm. Governor's Award for Achievement in Technology recipient: ? Tracy Barnes (Indianapolis), founder of ENTAP, Inc., a technology consulting firm. Governor's Award for Achievement in Health recipients: ? John Young, M.D. (Indianapolis), cofounder of the Citizens Ambulatory Clinic and retired professor at The Methodist Hospital Residency Program. ? Terri Martin (Gary), executive director of the Gary Community Health Foundation, Inc., a localnot-for-profit organization that seeks to improve the quality of life and health for the citizens of Gary. ? Nancy Jewell (Indianapolis), president and CEO of the Indiana Minority Health Coalition. Governor's Award for Achievement in Religion recipients: ? Reverend John Ramsey, Sr. (Indianapolis), senior pastor of the New Life Worship Center. ? Sister Demetria Smith (Indianapolis), order- of the Missionary Sister of Our Ladies of Africa on assignment to the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Sam Jones Trailblazer Award recipients: ? Harold Calloway (Evansville), insurance agent with State Farm Insurance and president of the Southern Indiana Baptist Layman Association. ? Tony Dungy (Indianapolis), head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. Reverend Charles R. Williams Community Service Award recipient: ? Luscious Newsom (Indianapolis), founder of The Lord's Pantry, an organization of volunteers that helps feed the hungry in Indianapolis. The Advantage.... ...Of Home Care HOME CARE 4008 N. Wheeling (Across from Star Bank) 284-1211 DVANTAGE C.N.A. 's HHA's / RN's / LPN's Where's the one-on-one patient care? Where's the flexible work schedule? Where's the top pay? 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GE Honda Aero Engines is a joint venture between GE and Honda Aero, established in 2004 for the development, certification and commercialization of jet engines in the 1,000 to 3,500 pounds thrust class. The 102,400-square foot Honda Aero facility will consist of 36,000 square feet of office space, a 58,400-square foot production plant, and an 8,000-square foot engine test cell. Production at the new engine plant will begin in late 2010 with the manufacture of the advanced and efficient GE Honda HF120 turbofan engine in the 2,000-pound thrust class. Honda Aero will employ approximately 70 associates when the plant reaches its initial production plan of 200 engines per year within about one year of pro- f duction startup. The company will invest approximately $27 million for construction of the headquarters and manufacturing facility, including equipment. "This is a major step forward for our company, as we move to establish the home of our jet engine manufacturing operations here in Burlington," said Fumitaka Hasegawa, president and CEO of Honda Aero, Inc. "Just as our partnership with GE has created this class-leading engine, this facility reflects an important new partnership between Honda and North Carolina." With a higher thrustto-weight ratio, higher fuel efficiency, low emissions and the quietest operation in its thrust class, the GE Honda HF120 has been chosen to power two of the newest and most advanced products in the business jet market -Spectrum Aeronautical's Freedom and HondaJet, to be produced by the Honda Aircraft Company, Inc., a separate Honda company. The HF 120 is a higher thrust successor to Honda's original HF118 prototype engine, which has accumulated more than 4,000 hours of testing on the ground and in-flight. Honda research on jet engine , I 44444400W, technology started in 1986, with development of the HF118 engine beginning in the late 1990s. GE-Honda collaboration on the HF120 began in early 2005. The first core test of the GE Honda HF120 was conducted in early 2007, followed by full-engine testing later in the year. Combining Honda's original small turbofan engine technology and GE's sixty years of experience in the development and manufacture of jet engines, the GE Honda HF120 is the most fuel efficient engine in its class; and while there are currently no emission regulations for small turbofan engines, the HF120 is expected to surpass thefuture anticipated emissions standards by as much as 20 percent. About Honda Honda Aero, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., the world's preeminent engine maker, producing more than 22 million engines annually for a diverse range of products including automobiles, motorcycles, power equipment (lawn care products, generators, marine engines and general purpose engines). Founded in Japan in 1948, Honda began operations in the U.S. in 1959 with the establishment of American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Honda's first overseas subsidiary. Honda began U.S. production of motorcycles in 1979 and automobiles in 1982. Honda began making power equipment products in Swepsonville, North Carolina in 1984, producing engines and lawnmowers. The company has invested more than $9 billion in its North American operations, with employment of more than 33,000 associates, and annual purchases of more than $16 billion in parts and materials from suppliers in North America. * Honda products are produced using domestic and globally-sourced parts. Please Support The Muncie Times By Patronizing Our Advertisers. ! ! ! tf The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 9 continued from page 1 pouring in to Mandela, including tributes from Mandela's successor, South African President Thabo Mbeki and newly retired British Prime Minister Tony Blair. The milestone year will also see a dramatic shift in the repackaging of the Mandela brand. The chief executive officer of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Achmat Dangor, said that, at Mandela's insistence, the organization will be working hard to break down "the mythology around the man." From now on there will be a tangible difference in the work of the foundation.There is, for instance, usually little interest in the ordinary people who Madiba gets to meet, as opposed to celebrities who visit him. "In a sense it's our own fault because we haven't consciously gone out there to promote what he really stands for," Dangor said. From now on there will be a tangible difference in the work of the foundation, which will extend to new branding, including the replacement of Madiba's face with an image of his hand. So his outstretched left hand, replete with a gold wedding band, will symbolize the new ethos of the foundation. Dangor said the imageof Mandela's hand held up could suggest, for example, stopping the AIDS pandemic. Pictured held out, the hand would be a gesture of generosity. The new imaging and brochures will be unveiled on Sunday after the fifth annual Nelson Mandela Lecture, which will be delivered by Annan at Wits University. There would be no more banquets or "extravaganzas" held in Mandela's honor, Dangor added. Rather, the foundation would focus on Madiba's real legacy of encouraging dialogue and debate. Dialogue will be encouraged to seek solutions to disputes. The foundation will soon commission the Human Sciences Research Council to conduct research around protest hot spots, such as Khutsong. African youth will also be canvassed to contribute their views on what the continent's most pressing problems are. This will culminate in a Pan African Youth Summit in Johannesburg in the week preceding Mandela's 90th birthday. "The danger of the mythology that has been built around Nelson Mandela is, for instance, that you just have to get him to go to Khutsong and that that is going to solve the problem," Dangor said. "What's missing in SA is the art of listening and then speaking to each other. That is the Nelson Mandela legacy." Meanwhile, the soccer players were among 50 past and present international stars taking part in a soccer exhibition - "90 Minutes for Mandela" -to mark his 89th birthday. A smiling Mandela received an official shirt for the match with his name and the number 89 on the back. "I am deeply honored to receive this tribute ... but it must always be remembered that I was one of many who fought for freedom from tyranny and racism," Mandela said. 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Page 11 NAACP files historic lawsuit charging 14 lenders with racism in sub-prime mortgage lending The NAACP filed a landmark lawsuit in Los Angeles federal court against 14 of the country's largest lenders, alleging systematic, institutionalized racism in sub-prime home mortgage lending. This is the first known lawsuit that challenges such lending practices on a broad scale. The suit was announced at the NAACP's 98th annual convention, themed "Power Beyond Measure," July 12 in Detroit through. According to the lawsuit, African American homeowners who received sub-prime mortgage loans from these lenders were more than 30 percent more likely to be issued a higher rate loan than Caucasian borrowers with the same qualifications. "We are asking our members and all African American borrowers who bought or refinanced a home in the last 5 years to come forward and tell us their stories or at least re-examine their mortgages," said NAACP National Board` Directors Chairman Julian Bond. "They can help us correct these egregious, demoralizing practices that too often turn the so-called American dream of homeowner- tVragair.larilelt ship into a nightmare." Other studies cited in the lawsuit demonstrate that disparities are pervasive. In fact, upper income African Americans are more than twice as likely to receive higher cost loans as their lower income white counterparts. Just this morning, USA Today reported that the National Community Reinvestment Coalition's most recent study underscores this point, finding that dis- crimination against minorities persists in mortgage lending. The Federal Reserve Board, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the FDIC have all made similar observations. "Lenders named in the suit, on average, made high cost sub-prime loans to higher qualified African Americans 54 percent of the time, compared said NAACP interim President & CEO Dennis Courtland Hayes. Mortgage lenders named in the lawsuit include: Ameriquest, Fremont Investment & Loan, Option One, WMC Mortgage, Countrywide, Long Beach Mortgage, Citigroup, BNC Mortgage, Accredited Home Lenders, Encore Credit, Bear Sterns First Franklin Financial, HSBC Finance and Washington Mutual. "My credit record warrants a better interest rate," said Amara Weaver of the Waukesha County NAACP in Wisconsin, whose mortgage was shifted to a sub-prime lender immediately after closing on a property in her neighborhood that had been a drug den. "As a professional if I get treat- frustrating." "It's extremely frustrating," added Michelle Allison of the NAACP's Merced Branch in California's Central Valley. She refinanced with a major lender and was locked into a prepayment loan and now owes $100,000 above what she initially requested. "It's like being over a barrel. I just wanted to be treated fairly and receive the best service. I was not given options or enough information for me to make an alternate decision. I want to get back to where I was financially before I received my loan." NAACP branches across the nation are addressing the predatory lending issue. In Michigan, the Detroit branch's executive director Heaster Wheeler chairs the state's Predatory Lending Task Force. He and others have met with Gov. Jennifer Granhoim, who has instructed the state insurance and banking commissioner as well the state's civil rights office to coordinate with the branch to craft further legislation and use their authority more strictly to enforce current laws. C., NAACP branch has partnered with the American Association of Retired Persons. Through workshops, seminars, church meetings and other gatherings it has been discovered that the typical predatory lending victim in that city is an elderly African American female who is single and on Social Security. They are encouraged to refinance for home improvements and other reasons. The NAACP's Connecticut State Conference has a committee to address predatory lending issues and has been actively engaged in assisting individuals in their cases. They are also encouraging legislative action and are conducting community education initiatives. In addition to the NAACP's Legal Department, the organization and the proposed class of its members are represented by Feazell & Tighe LLP of Austin and Kabatek Brown Kellner LLP of Los Angeles and the law office of Gary L. Bledsoe. ed that way, I know those who are less fortunate are victimized more often. This situation lets me know I can't expect equal "The NAACP is treatment and that is bringing this suit as part of its longstanding demand that offending lenders stop discriminatory practices and bring their activities into compliance with federal law including the Fair Housing Act, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, and the Civil Rights Act," said NAACP Interim General Counsel Angela Ciccolo. Even when creditworthiness and other risk characteristics are accounted for, African Americans are still significantly more likely to get higher rate loans. According to the lawsuit, these statistical disparities are not mere coincidences, but instead are a result of systematic and predatory target- to 23 percent of the ing of African- time for Caucasians," Americans borrowers. Page 12 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 AnivAI A 11 maim tiosi rtaii 2007 SpizciAl ornbi5 Services - io:40 rik..4tor Xeith O'Neal to .501414 Christimi Cent. . Inbbotx Afternoon St iccs - 4:00 p. rAstor b 1-taties Grew,. St. john MissionAni -ptist Church Ohio At M. 1700 er Doris ong will be hetb: 11/4104514St St re The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 13 MUNCIE BLACK EXPO SUMMER CELEBRATION 2007 FUN FOR EVERYONE Saturday, July 28th Muncie Black Expo 4:00p.m. Princess Pageant Cornerstone Center For The Arts Ilirsday, August 9th Health & Employment Fair 5:00p.m, Delaware County's Largest Health Fair The Muncie Horizon Convention Center Saturday, August 18th Miss Muncie Black Expo Pageant 4:00p.m, Cornerstone Center For Me Arts Muncie Chaplet; Indiana Black Expo, Inc. For More Inlounation C.(111: MIDI : ollice "SUIIIIIICF Celebration (Iodine" - (765) - 1997 MIRE - l'rcident - Denietrim "Dee" 'Lurk (765) 215 - 0160 Page 14 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 TO BE EQUAL Slave tunnel found under Washington's Philly house raises interesting questions about ex-president Marc H. Morial Just steps away from - the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Philadelphia, archaeologists recently unearthed remains of a secret passageway that President George Washington's slaves used to enter and exit his presidential home in the late 1790s, when the city served as the nation's capital. Not far from where the Declaration of Independence was signed, nearly 230 years ago, there stands evidence of the hypocrisy that shrouded the burgeoning nation at its birth. "As you enter the heaven of liberty, you literally have to cross the hell of slavery," observed Michael Coard, leader of a group of Philadelphians working to have the slave tunnel recognized at the site, to the Associated Press. "That's the contrast. That's the contradiction. That's the hypocrisy. But that's also the truth." _ The father of our country represented a contradiction in terms. On one hand, Washington played an important role in securing our America's independence from England. On the other hand, he served as king of his Mount Vernon estate in Virginia. Like King George III, whose rule he fought to rid America of, Washington had his own set of subjects: over 300 slaves he had acquired through inheritance, marriage and transaction over the. course of his life. When he became president, he had a rotating cast of eight slaves living in his Philadelphia house, where there was_ a law on the books making slaves free after 6 months of residence. Hence, the rotating cast, which he reportedly aimed to keep secret from his staff and the public. When he began to soften his stance and express reservations privately. The sign-up of hundreds of free blacks to join his revolutionary army made him view slavery in a harsher light at least on a personal level. He stopped selling slaves against their will, to prevent breaking up families, and he was the only slave-owning Founding Father to emancipate them. This, however, didn't occur until after his wife died -- not during his own lifetime. His personal servant, however, wasfreed following his death in 1799. But as president, it was a different story. Washington concealed his personal misgivings over slavery from the public, which some historians consider a tragic missed opportunity, while others contend it averted the upset of a very delicate balance in the fledgling republic over the contentious issue. He signed into law the Fugitive Slave Act? which mandated the capture and release of fugitive slaves, even in states where slavery was outlawed. The recent discovery of the slave tunnel, under his home, has attracted thousands of Visitors, as well as prompted calls to incorporate the ruins into a new exhibit--as opposed to just filling the passageway in. It has caught National Park Service and city officials by complete surprise, causing an indefinite postponement of the exhibit, originally scheduled to open in 2009. In addition to the secret passageway, archeologists also found in their search an architectural precursor to the White House's Oval Office and a large basement that had never been recorded. "We never thought we'd be faced with this kind of decision" We would've been happy to have found a pipe. And so we don't want to proceed blindly or say, "This isn't in the plan," observed Joyce Wilkerson, chief of staff for Philadelphia Mayor John Street, to the Associated Press. Philadelphia Democratic U.S. Rep. Bob Brady has called upon federal and city officials to "rethink what we're doing here" and vowed a fight to keep 'it open. Before the tunnel was unveiled, the exhibit wasn't expected to display archaeological findings. But now the parties involved seem to be serious about incorporating the artifacts. As. Coard noted to the AP: "Nobody is saying, "No, it shouldn't be done." This bodes well that they won't attempt to cover up evidence of a dirty little secret in American history. The irony of a nation corn- Marc H. Morial president and CEO of the National Urban League. mitted to independence and freedom using slave labor to achieve those goals should never be lost on us, our children or our children's grandchildren. After all, without the contributions of African Americans, the fledgling nation would have remained a fledgling colony of Great Britain. Our nation owes a huge debt of gratitude to the thousands of slaves brought over here against their will from Africa. That is exactly why officials in Philadelphia should seek to incorporate these fascinating artifacts into their exhibit of the Washington presidential home. Marc Morial is president and CEO of the National Urban League. He can be contacted at: To Be Equal, 120 Wall St., New York City, NY 10005 (212) 558- 5 3 0 0 WWW.NUL.ORG The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 15 Non-governmental groups ask Bush, Congress to insure all kids WASHINGTON, D.C.--More than 1,000 prominent faith, public official, education, health and social services providers and child advocacy groups and leaders.representing tens of millions of people in America urged Congress and President Bush today to ensure health coverage for all uninsured children and pregnant women this year as the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) comes up for renewal. These diverse groups come from all 50 states and the District of Columbia and have a broad range of missions but share one common goal: to get Congress and Bush to provide health coverage for all nine million uninsured children now. Ninety percent of uninsured children live in working families. "The diversity and size of this broad coali tion reflect the fact that Americans know that covering all uninsured children is the smart, sensible and moral thing to do now. It is a moral scandal that children are struggling, even dying, for lack of health care in the richest country on earth," said Children's Defense Fund President Marian Wright Edelman. "Since the 110th Congress convened in January, more than 280,000 children have been born without health insurance, one every 47 seconds. In February and March two children died from untreated toothaches and abscesses that could and should have been treated inexpensively. A third child died from kidney cancer after unnecessary bureaucratic barriers wrongfully denied him treatment for over four months. "This is un-American, inhumane, unnecessary and costly. Our leaders in all parties have the power and responsibility to ensure all children the health coverage they need to survive, thrive and learn. Nine million uninsured children cannot wait until our nation acts on long overdue health coverage for everyone. Children's brains, bones and spirits are developing today." Endorsers of CDF's Healthy Child Campaign include a wide range of local, state, and national organizations and community leaders: "Faith leaders representing tens of millions of people including all four major black Baptist denominations with a combined membership of 14 million; all three African American Methodist denominations with 5 million members; the National Islamic Society of North America, the Interfaith Alliance, Sojourners/Call to Renewal, mainstream denominations includ- ing the Episcopal Church, the Presbyterian Church USA, and member communions of the National Council of Churches of Christ, which represent 44 million people of faith who believe child health coverage is a moral as well as practical imperative. "Elected officials including New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer and Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco; the U.S. Conference of Mayors (representing more than 1,000 cities and approximately 125 million people) ; the National Conference of Black Mayors; 63 individual mayors including Antonio R. Villaraigosa (Los Angeles), Gavin Newsom (San Francisco), Ron Dellums (Oakland), and Adrian Fenty (Washington, D.C.); and the New Orleans City Council. "Major education networks including the National Association of School Boards of Education, American Association of School Administrators, and National Association of Secondary School Principals serving approximately 50 million children in public school whose learning is profoundly impacted by health and mental health care. "More than 80 national civil rights and women's organizations including the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), National Action Network, National Urban League, the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, the National Council of Negro Women, Church Women United, the United Methodist Women, and the National Organization for Women (NOW), Jack and Jill, the Links, Alpha Kappa Alpha and Delta Sigma Theta. "More than 350 state and local advocacy organizations and providers including the Minnesota Public Health Association, Harlem Children's Zone, the Ohio Grandparent/ Kinship Coalition, Family Voices, and Youth Build. These supporters believe the -following principles of the Healthy Child Campaign must be included in any fed eral child health legisla- tion . enacted by Congress this year: "All uninsured children and pregnant women up to 300 percent of the federal poverty level ($61,950 for a family of four) should be guaranteedhealth coverage with the right of families above 300 percent to buy into the program. All children and pregnant women should receive comprehensive and equal benefits. The lottery of geography should not determine a child's right to survive, thrive and learn. * Enrollment and renewal should be automatic and simplified to ensure easy access for children and pregnant women to get and keep health coverage. The CDF-endorsed All Healthy Children Act, HR 1688, introduced in the House by Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) and co-sponsored by 55 others, was be introduced in the U.S. Senate this week by Sen. Bernard Sanders (I-Vt.) For more information about the Healthy Child Campaign including a complete list of endorsers, a summary of the All Healthy Children Act and stories of uninsured children, visit www.child rensdefense.org/healthychild. Also, visit http://www.electsusie.c om/ and sign 10-yearold Susie Flynn's petition. Susie Flynn is running for President as a voice for the nine million uninsured children to encourage adults in America to stand up for all healthy children now. Page 16 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 Five Steps to a "Greener" Car It doesn't matter if the car you're driving is new or old, big or small. There are preventive maintenance steps every I vehicle owner can take to make sure their car is as "green" or environmentally friendly as possible, according to the Car Care Council. By following five simple preventive maintenance steps, you can help protect the environment by improving gas mileage, which in turn saves money at the pump. 1. The first step is to keep your car properly tuned for optimum performance. A well-tuned engine delivers the best balance of power and fuel economy and produces the lowest level of emissions. A 21st Century tune-up for modern vehicles includes the following system checks: battery, charging and starting; engine mechanical; powertrain control (including onboard diagnostic checks); fuel; ignition; and emissions. A 21st Century tune-up can improve gas mileage by an average of four percent. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve gas mileage by as much as 40 percent. 2. The second step is to regularly check and replace dirty air filters. An air filter that is clogged with dirt, dust and bugs chokes off the air and creates a "rich" mixture - too much gas being burned for the amount of air - that wastes gas and causes the engine to lose power. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10 percent, saving about 15 cents a gallon. 3. The third step is have the spark plugs checked - if they haven't already been checked as part of the tune-up - and replaced if necessary. A vehicle can have four, six or eight spark plugs, which fire as many as 3 million times every 1,000 miles. This results in a lot of heat, electrical, and chemical erosion. A dirty spark plug also causes misfiring, which wastes fuel. 4. The fourth step is to maintain the cooling system of your vehicle. A cooling system thermostat that causes the engine to run too cold will lower the fuel efficiency of a car by as much as one or two mpg. There also are improved radiator caps on the market today that allow the cooling system to operate at a higher temperature before boiling over, increasing the system's efficiency and reducing emissions. 5. The last step toward keeping a "green" car is to prop-erly maintain and repair your car as outlined in the council's Car Care Guide. The guide helps drivers understand their car, the care it needs, and when it needs it and why. Single copies of the free guide may be ordered on the Car Care Council Web site, www.carcare.org. In addition to proper vehicle maintenance, vehicles can be more fuel-efficient if tires are properly inflated and if drivers observe the speed limit, avoid aggressive driving and excessive idling, and adhere to an errand list to eliminate extra trips to the store for forgotten items. For a free copy of the council's Car Care Guide or to learn more about how to maintain your vehicle, visit www.carcare.org. Rich White Executive Director Car Care Council 240-333-1088 Helen lost her eyesight. Not her love of reading. If someone you know has difficulty seeing words on a page, that's no reason for them to stop reading. Talking Books is a free program from the Library , Congress. Talking Books are for people who have difficulty reading normal-sized print, like that in a newspaper or magazine. Subscribers receive A special audiocassette player and can choose from thousands of available book and magazine tides. When they finish a cassette, they simply send it back in its self-addressed mailing container arid another is sent out to them. The player, the program and the postage are always fr., For those with impaired vision, Talking Books can be a lifeline, a connection to the world around them. Find out more today. A public service message from the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress. Call toll-free 1-888-1?71,S-READ. 1-888-657-7323 www.loc.govinls Talking Books NATIONAL L SERVICE The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007? Page 17 RELIGION CHRISTIAN STEADFASTNESS By E. Rohn _ Caldwell Idaho One of the greatest examples in all the Bible of Christian steadfastness we find in the life of the apostle Paul, and it was certainly not because found the way easy, for his life was continually in danger and in the end he was called upon to give up his life for the cause of Jesus in the earth. A good many people have the idea that as soon as they are saved their troubles will all be over, and are very much surprised when they find that just the opposite is true. As one evangelist said: "Becoming a Christian is just like enlisting in the army your real battles just begin." And why should this be true? Simply because before you were converted you were drifting with the tide going the way the crowd went. But when you took the narrow way you found yourself going against the current of the world. Not only that, but all the powers of darkness were arrayed against you, trying to get you to lay down the cross and take an "easier" route. But the way of thetransgressor is the hardest after al, for Christ and all the host of heaven are on the side of the Christian, and we have the promise that "greater" is He that is within you than He that is in the world." Although Satan is going to and fro throughout the earthy seeking whom he may devour, the Holy Ghost dwelling within can make us more than conquerors over all the powers of darkness. In Acts 20:23-24 Paul testifies, "The Holy Ghost witness in every city that bonds and afflictions abide me. But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear un to my-self" Paul had been through many severe trials, and knew that the worst of them were still awaiting him, but out of the steadfastness of his heart he declared, "None of these things move me." Paul was cruelly whipped five different times. Three times he suffered shipwreck, and once he was stoned and left for dead. Many who at one time worked by his side forsook him. He said that the suffered hunger, thirst, cold and nakedness, but in all of this he refused to be offended or to change the course over which the Lord had started him. In this face of this uplifting testimony you would be surprised if I would tell you what trivial things have moved a good many modern Christians. I asked one man why he had not gone on with the Lord after he had once given his heart to Jesus, and found that he had been cast into jail?- that he had been whipped or stoned?- no, that someone had made a remark that he was only a hypocrite! No wonder Paul marveled that some of the saints were so soon moved away from the gospel he had preached to them. Why, bless his heart, this man who was falsely accused, should have rejoiced that it wasn't so, and gone right on serving the Lord as though he had never heard the report. He wasn't the first Christian who ever got himself lied about. David said, "They laid ? to my charge things that I knew not!" A good many reports that got back to David's ears were all news to him. He had a host of enemies, and suffered a lot for the Lord, but David was the one who said, "Because he is at myright hand, I shall not moved." Ps 16:8. Jesus said, "No man having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit fort the kingdom of God." Luke 9:62. The Lord always commands His. followers to go forward, and never to retreat. When Jesus made this statement, He knew full well that each Christian would meet with opposition and disappointment, but it is very evident that He didn't consider any of these things an excuse for turning back. If being misunderstood and ill treated would furnish grounds for a retreat. Jesus would have had ample reason to turn back long a before He got to Calvary. What a tragedy this would have been! If the wrong doings of another's were any reason for losing out with God, every Christian on earth would have a perfect right to?backslide this very moment, for we have all seen professing Christians doing thins we felt they had no business to do. But thank God there is a great company of saints in the earth who mean what they say when they sing that chorus: "I'm going through, Jesus, I'm going through; I'll pay the price, whatever others do." In spite of Satan's work in the earth, our Lord has a restraining hand upon him, and he can go no further than Jesus permits him to go. However, we have heard remarks like these; "So and so wounded my feelings very deeply. Now just why does the Lord allow such things to happen?" Well, for one thing, it takes adversity to test the measure of our devotion to Christ, and to the truth He has revealed to our hearts. It determines whether we are following personality, or if we intend to support the truth God has poured into our souls. It is one of God's methods of separating the chaff from the wheat. "The ungodly are like the chaff which the wind drives away." Ps. 1:4 . The chaff will stay around as long as the sun is out and the weather is lovely, but just let the storm come along, and you will find them off across the country somewhere, perhaps try8ing out another church where the pastor won't preach so "hard". They are not likely to stay there continued on page 20 Page 18 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 Hillary Clinton to speak to black journalists next month in Las Vegas Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) will address members of the National Association of Black Journalists at the 32nd NABJ Convention & Career Fair, Aug. 8 to 12, at Bally's Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. With more than 3,000 media professionals expected to attend, the NABJ convention, this will be the largest gathering of journalists of color in the United States this year. The forum, "A Conversation with America's Candidates" will be held during the annual newsmaker plenary on Aug. 9. NABJ has invited the other major Democratic and Republican presidential candidates to participate in this series of conversations with black journalists, including Sen. Barad( Obama (D-Ill.), former North Carolina Democratic Sen. John), former Massachusetts Republican Gov. Mitt Romney, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, a Republican. The convention will be the candidates' major opportunity to address thousands of African American print, broadcast and online journalists. CNN White House correspondent Suzanne Malveaux will moderate the forum. "We are excited to have Sen. Clinton join us for the convention," said NABJ President Bryan Monroe, vice president Sen. Hillary Clinton is the first presidential candidate, Democratic or Republican, to agree to speak at the NABJ Convention in Las Vegas, Nev., next month. The former first lady is a Democratic U.S. senator from New York. and editorial director of Ebony and Jet magazines in Chicago. "Our members have a lot to ask her about the state of our nation, her views on black America and the role of a free and unfettered press." In the past few years, President George W. Bush, former President Bill Clinton, Sen. John Kerry, former Secretary of State Colin Powell and current Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice have addressed NABJ journalists at conventions. "I care passionately about the big issues we face in this country," said Mrs. Clinton. "After 35 years of working on issues like education, health care, and racial equality I am ready to lead and look forward to the opportunity to speak with the 3,000-plus members of the NABJ about my vision and plan for improving the lives of the American people." This year's NABJ convention, whose theme is "Revolutionizing Journalism, Transforming the Future," will emphasize changes in the media industry and how journalists can position themselves for the next decade and beyond. In addition to the opening session on Politics and Campaign '08, the 5-day gathering will feature major discussions on race, inclusion and the media with leaders in the news industry and a spirited debate on the role of entertainers and the media spotlight. For more information about the 32nd NABJ Convention & Career Fair or to register, visit www.nabj.org. THE BOTTOM LINE TAX & ACCOUNTING SERVICES THE BOTTOM LINE Tax Services TAMARA M. CLARK Accountant 1600 E MAIN STREET MUNCIE INDIANA 47305 Phone:(765) 741-8747 *COJZ,P0gtql.(3- P"OTt- PqZ0Pq'T" *Jtqt_.S 0 2^1r-gtq3" S FOR FAST AND EFFICIENT SERVICE: CAUL, 'TAMARA CLARK (765) 741-8747 or email at TCL,ARK 1040 @ YAHOO .com *MENTION THIS AD AND GET A 10% DISCOUIVT* The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 19 Indiana Highway-Rail Crossing Fatalities at 30-Year Low in 2006 INDIANAPOLIS ? An Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) analysis of railroad crossing crashes shows highway-rail fatalities in Indiana declined sharply in 2006, adding to a 30-year record of continuous improvement. 1977, collisions between trains and vehicles in Indiana have trended downward, even as rail and highway traffic have steadily increased. "This safety improvement is the direct result of aggressive actions we've taken to improve our highway-rail crossings," said INDOT Commissioner Karl B. Browning. "Educating motorists about rail crossing safety, improving warning systems at high-risk rail crossings and ensuring trains operate safely have reduced highway-rail collisions significantly over the past three decades." (FRA) data, highway-rail fatalities were down 38 percent in 2006, from 21 fatalities in 2005 to 13 fatalities in 2006. Highway-rail crashes also declined 22 percent in 2006, from 175 crashes in 2005 to 136 crashes in 2006. The number of highway-rail crashes and fatalities is now at an all time low in Indiana. Indiana has 6.057 public railroad crossings ? only five states have more. On average, trains cross Indiana's roadways more than 84,000 times each day. Slightly more than half of Indiana's crossings include flashing lights or lights and gates. The responsibility of installing and maintaining warning devices is shared between railroad operators, local public agencies and INDOT. On local roads and county roads, rail crossings are the responsibility of the county, city or town with jurisdictionover the roadway. INDOT is responsible for rail crossings on state highways and U.S. routes. Routine maintenance of crossing traffic control devices is the responsibility of the railroad operator. Highway-rail fatalities fatalities in 2006. Although relatively rare, highway-rail crashes are a serious type of crash where cars and trucks are always at a disadvantage due to the larger size and high speeds of the train. Collisions between motor vehicles and trains generally result in a much higher proportion of fatalities and injuries than crashes between two motor vehicles. INDOT uses two funding sources to improve safety at Indiana railroad crossings. INDOT's federally funded Highway-Rail Hazard Elimination Program pays for enhanced warning devices at more than 30 of the state's highest-risk public rail crossings each year, regardless of who has ownership of the roadway. The distribution of these funds is determined by a com- prehensive statistical analysis of crossing conditions and crashes. The long-running program's firm reliance on crash data and risk indi- cators to determine project funding has played an important role in the continual decline of highway-rail crashes in Indiana. A second funding source, INDOT's Rail Grade Crossing Fund, helps counties and municipalities close rail crossings and improve crossing safety, Eligible improvements include adding signage, lighting, medians and pavement markings and making sight distance improvements. These funds are available to local governments as reimbursement funding awarded through an application process. INDOT also partners with rail safety groups, such as Operation Lifesaver, to promote safety at rail crossings. Nearly two-thirds of all highway-rail crashes in Indiana occur at crossings with active warning devices, such as gates and flashing lights. All too often, drivers disregard warning lights and go around gates in an attempt to beat the train ? a move that often results in tragedy. Safety education conducted by INDOT and its safety partners works to reduce the occurrence of these unsafe driving behaviors. 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Perhaps you feel that so and so sure is chaff alright just look at the way he lives, and yet he goes right on testifying and making such a great profession. But, "what is the chaff to the wheat? Saith the Lord." (Jere 23:28). If you are really wheat, why should all of this worry you? You have a race to run, a goal to reach, and there is no time for turning aside to watch the other person. Never mind if those who seem so undeserving are promoted faster than yourself. When the disciples feared John was to be more highly favored than themselves, Jesus said to them, "What is that to thee? Follow thou me." John 21:22. What a joy faithful saints are to the heart of a pastor, and what a joy they are to the heart of the Master. In Proverbs 25:19 we are told that confidence in an unfaithful man is like a broken tooth and a foot out of joint. Just recently a certain man told us how a bell clapper hit him in the mouth and broke off most of his teeth. When - they put a delicious steak in front of him, what a time he had! Poor chewing affects the digestion and is a drawback to the general health of one's body. And likewise unfaithful saints are a hindrance to the entire body of Christ. If you are a Christian and don't have a certain church home, by all means find one. And when you have found one, see to it that the pastor can depend upon you. When the clouds are dark and it begin to rain, the pastor can say. "This is going to be a bad evening and there may be only a small number out to church, but Bro. A will surely be there and Sister B never allows the weather to keep her away." If small excuses will keep you from the house of God, the devil will be too tired, and on Sunday evening compa ny will come. But company can soon be trained to learn that it will be no use to visit you on church nights, for you will simply not be at home. I some times wonder how it is that the saints expect the pastor to so inspire them on Sunday morning, when their empty seats have robbed him of inspiration all during the week! "Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them." Psalms 119:165. It is a greatinspiration to me when I meet people up in years who have stood true through many years adversity. Only a few days ago I heard an elderly saint of God give the reason for his steadfastness. He said, "I have resolved to allow no man to offend me." When I was called to preach the gospel, the Lord spoke to me and said, "Some of the very ones for whom you give your life will turn and crush your heart." This seemed almost too much to bear, when the scripture came before me and I was made to say, "Yea, Lord, but many for whom you gave your life have caused your great heart to bleed," and truly the servant is not greater than his lord." John 13:16. Do you feel badly because you cannot play the piano, or because you do not occupy some certain office in the church? Does the pastor displease you in some of his decisions, or does his wife not come up to the height of perfection you would like to see? Then listen to what Paul has to say again, "Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against sin!" Hebrews 12:4. He reminded the Hebrews that in spite of their trials they had better be thankful they had lost no blood as yet in the battle for Christ. Jesus endured the cross and despised the shame with the result that He is now in the glory. Wherefore, let us be "steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord," and in due time we too shall share in His glory. If You Want The Best ?Call The Best 1901 E. Memorial Drive Muncie, Indiana Phone: 765-284-2593 Fax: 765-289-3382 Trust ? Commitment ? Dependability Make Jones Auto Body Your First Call The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 21 SOCIAL SECURITY All parents need to get Social Security cards for their children own identity. We must o Identity. verify your child's birth record, which can add up * Show us documents to 12 weeks to the time it proving your identity. takes to issue a card. To verify a birth cer- Children 12 or older: tificate, Social Security Anyone 12 or older will contact the office requesting an original that issued it. We do this Social Security Number verification to prevent must appear for an inter-people from using fraud- view at a Social Security ulent birth records to office, even if a parent or obtain Social Security guardian will sign the numbers to establish application on the child's false identities. behalf. Why should I get a number for my baby? If your child is born in the United States or is a U.S. citizen born abroad, you need a Social Security Number to claim your child as a dependent on your income tax return. Your child may also need a number if you plan to: * Open a bank account for the child; * Buy savings bonds for , the child; obtain medical coverage for the child; or * Apply for government services for the child. Must my child have a Social Security Number? No. Getting a Social Security number for your newborn is voluntary. But it is a good idea to get a number when your child is born. You can apply for a Social Security Number for your baby when you apply for your baby's birth certificate. The state agency that issues birth certificates will share your child's information with us and we will mail the Social Security card to you. If you wait to apply at a Social Security office, you must show us proof of your child's U.S. citizenship, age and identity, as wq11 as proof of your How do I apply? At the hospital: When you give information for your baby's birth certificate, you will be asked whether you want to apply for a Social Security Number for your baby. If you say "yes," you need to provide both parents' Social Security Numbers, if you can. Even if you do not know both parents' Social Security Numbers, you can still apply for a number for your child. At a Social Security office: If you wait to apply for your child's number, you must: Complete an Application For A Social Security Card (Form SS-5); and * Show us original documents proving your child's: o U.S. citizenship; o Age Citizenship We can accept only certain documents as proof of U.S. citizenship. These include a U.S. birth certificate, U.S. consular report of birth, U.S. passport, Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate of Citizenship. Noncitizens should see Social Security Numbers For Noncitizens (Publication No. 05-10096) for more information. Age You must present your child's birth certificate if you have it or can easily obtain it. If not, we can consider other documents, such as your child's passport, to prove age. Identity Your child: We can accept only certain documents as proof of your child' identity. Anacceptable document must be current (not expired) and show your child's name, identifying information and preferably a recent photograph. We generally can accept a non-photo identity document, if it has enough information to identify the child (such as the child's name and age, date of birth or parents' names). We prefer to see the child's U.S. passport. If that document is not available, we may accept the child's: * Adoption decree; * Doctor, clinic or hospi tal record; * Religious record (e.g., baptismal record); * Daycare center or school record; or * School identification card. You: If you are a U.S. citizen, Social Security will ask to see your U.S. driver's license, state-issued nondriver identification card or U.S. passport as proof of your identity. If you do not have these specific documents, we will ask to see other documents that may be available, such as: * Employee ID card; * School ID card; * Marriage document; * Health insurance card (not a Medicare card); U.S. military ID card; * Adoption decree; or * Life insurance policy. All documents must be either originals or copies certified by the issuing agency. We cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies of documents. We may use one document for two purposes. For example, we may use your child's passport as proof of both citizenship and identity. Or, we may use your child's birth certificate as proof of age and citizenship. However, you must provide at least two separate documents. We will mail your child's number and card as soon as we have all of your child's information and have verified your child's documents. What if my child is adopted? We can assign your adopted child a Social Security Number before the adoption is complete, but you may want to wait. Then, you can apply for the number using your child's new name, with your name as parent. If you want to claim your child for tax purposes while the adoption is still pending, you need to contact the Internal Revenue continued on page 27 Page 22 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 What is Phishing? Phishing is an email fraud method in which criminals send out legitimate-looking email requesting personal and financial details from unsuspecting people. The messages normally appear to come from well-known and trustworthy Web sites. Web sites that are often used in phishing attacks include eB ay, PayPal, Yahoo, MSN, and America Online as well as the sites of a lot of big banks and retailers. Typically, the fraudulent emails direct victims to counterfeit Web pages that look identical to the companies' sites in order to fool you into submitting personal, financial, or password data. Phishingemails will almost always tell you to click a link that takes you to a site where your personal information is requested. Legitimate organizations would probably never request this sort of information via email. If you submit the information anyway, the scammer will be able to access your account and you are vulnerable to identity theft. Your money may be transferred away into the criminal's account or used to make online purchases. A couple of years back phishers mostly targeted big American financial institutions, but nowadays phishing attacks have spread to other countries and languages as well andalso target smaller companies. Swedish bank Nordea has suffered one of the biggest publicly known phishing frauds in history. Over 8 million honor ($1,200,000) disappeared in three months as a result of a tailor-made attack launched by Russian criminals. Reports indicated that 250 customers had become victims. The number of phishing attacks tracked by industry association the AntiPhishing Working Group (APWG) has multiplied 100-fold between January 2004 and May 2006 and the number has continued to grow since then. In April 2007 APWG detected 55,643 new phishingsites while 11,121 phishing sites were detected in April 2006. Phishing is mostly associated with spam, whereby thousands of messages are sent out at once in the hope that a few people will take the bait. Therefore, phishing attempts often appear to come from sites and companies with which you do not even have an account. The word "phishing" refers to the Internet fraudsters using email lures to "fish" for passwords and financial data from the sea of Internet users. The BullGuard Spamfilter protects The BullGuard Spamfilter is effective at detecting phishing attempts. Every email is analysed in a number of ways to determine whether the email is genuine, spam or a phishing attempt. In addition, the BullGuard Spamfilter is constantly updated to block the latest known phishing emails. When in doubt, BullGuard users can always get in touch with BullGuard Support, who will help you sort out any security related question 24/7. With BullGuard you get the most comprehensive phishing protection on the market. 'till next week The BullGuard Team ie 111 %P. LAM EP MI6, Pk Mill M rr ram nn to§ cir ark &Tat m re ci CELEBRITY BASKETBALL GAME larurinng PO'?? Me CeiebTiN Pit,Citub: Harvey: America's WrITcip Herrin lipnson and 'Indianapolis Caft. ;ROI no ri Jim MUSIC HERITAGE', FESTIVAL CONCERT Fiwatiaring-z Arihur ,xt! wvwv:Whiteljes.tv FREE CONCERT NEW AND EXCITING EXHIBIT FLOOR 8a r 'ill IS IS 'NH VVEs4t n All tickets on sale at the IBE box office and TicketMaster outlets For a full calendar of events visit: wwwindianablackexpoicom (317) 925-2702 MITZELMITT filar.viaiy,,!7;wAn-or AremiK Ca(!traT10,7 IN MA.N, UNIVEM$ETY terprise if fit! f,, The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 23 Take Charge America Offers 5 Tips for Financial Peace of Mind PHOENIX ? ...Are you in need of some extra cash flow this summer? A financial tune-up could help you squeeze some more cash out of an already stretched budget. "It's important to reexamine your cash flow on a regular basis," said Mike Sullivan, director of education for Take Charge America, a national non-profit credit counseling agency. "Small moves can yield big savings over time. As our life circumstances change, so do our finances. What worked six months ago may be holding you back now." Sullivan offers five tips for your mid-year financial tune-up: ? Examine Retirement Savings ? Forgoing an available 401(k) plan could be considered the cardinal sin of financial planning, especially if you are eligible for an employer match. You are essentially passing up free retirement sav ings. If you're not enrolled, now is the time. If you are already enrolled, consider upping your contribution if possible. If you aren't eligible to receive a 401(k), consider signing up for a Roth IRA. ? Negotiate Credit Card Rates ? Your credit card rates are not set in stone. They are negotiable. You can call your credit card company to find out if you qualify for a lower rate. It's as simple as asking. Keep in mind that you will be more likely to receive a lower rate if you pay your bills on time and maintain a low balance. ? Adjust Tax Withholding ? Did you receive a fat refund check from Uncle Sam this year? Guess what ? that's not a good thing. A large refund check likely means you're withholding too much money from each paycheck. To remedy this, adjust your withholding to match your tax liability. You can see how your tax withholding affects your net pay with the free paycheck calculator on www.PaycheckCity.co m? Stock Your Emergency Fund ?Everyone needs one, yet many of us don't have them. According to SMR Research, about 43 percent of U.S. households have less than $1,000 in liquid savings. If you are one of them, a car problem, medical emergency or job loss could blow your entire savings and thrust you further into debt. This is why it's important to have at least three months worth of expenses on hand. Acquiring the funds may be easier than you think. Track all of your spending for one month. What do you come up with? How much are you spending on eating out, dry cleaning or gas? Cut corners where you can and stash the extra cash in a liquid savings account. It will start to add up quickly. ? Seek Professional Help ? If your financial situation is overwhelming you or you just need a nudge in the right direction, consider seeking the advice of a professional. Credit counselors and financial advisors can break down the jargon, help you get out of debt and save for the future. To find a reputable financial expert, visit the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org. About Take Charge America Founded in 1987, Take Charge America, Inc. is a non-profit organization headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz. TCA offers a variety of services including financial education, credit counseling, and debt management. To learn more about TCA or its programs please call 1- 800-823-7396 or visit www.takechargeamerica.org. Mcg)Gone??? But Not Forgotten By KinseY In 1915, Regret became the first filly to win the Kentucky Derby. It would be 65 years before another filly won the race (Genuine Risk). In 1927, Frank E. Tylecote reported in "The Lancet" a notable rise in lung cancer rates. He stated that "in almost every case I have seen and known of, the patient has been a regular smoker, generally of cigarettes." In 1956, Astronomer Royal Sir Richard van der Riet Wooley claimed the possibility of man traveling in space was "utter bilge." In 1923, the first popsicle is invented when a man accidentally leaves his lemonade mix on an open windowsill overnight. 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Legal name changes and other exceptions do not count toward these limits. For example, changes in noncitizen status that require card updates may not count toward these limits. Also, you may not be affected by these limits if you can prove you need the card to prevent a significant hardship. We recommend that you keep your child's Social Security card in a safe place. It is an important document. Do not carry it with you. Social Security number misuse If you think someone is using your child's Social Security number fraudulently, you should file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission by: * Internet www.consumer.gov/idtheft; * Telephone"1-877- IDTHEFT (1-877-4384338); or * TTY"1-866-653-4261. It is against the law to: * Use someone else's Social Security number unlawfully; * Give false information when applying for a number; or * Alter, buy or sell Social Security cards. Your privacy When you apply for a Social Security number, all information provided is kept confidential and is not disclosed, except when required by law. Contacting Social Security Our Web site is a valuable resource for information about all of Social Security's programs. There are a number of things you can do online. In addition to using our website, you can call us toll-free at 1-800-7721213. We can answerspecific questions from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. We can provide information by automated phone service 24 hours a day. (You can use our automated response system to tell us a new address or request a replacement Medicare card.) If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call our TTY number, 1-800325-0778. We treat all calls confidentially. We also want to make sure you receive accurate and courteous service. That is why we have a second Social Security representative monitor some telephone calls. ENTERPRISE BAIL, BOND!!! You can call us at anytime 24/7 or stop by the office at 1302 N. Gavin to talk to Frank, Carolyn, or Odell. Our telephone numbers are: (765) 284-6853 (765) 287-0352 (765) 284-0035 Frank Scott President Carol Barnes Vice-President Odell (Scotty) Scott (CEO) (765) 289-4030 (765) 741-6636 3rd Annual "Praise In the Park" Where: Heekin Park When: July 29th What: All day praise from 9:45 - 5:00 pm Food, Fun, Games ...Great accappella choirs ... Minister F. Florence II of the Central Heights Church of Christ in Indianapolis, IN. 30th year Anniversary .. Celebrating 30 years of Faith Midtown. Church of Christ The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 29 State Licensed Facility 700 North Jefferson Street Muncie, In 47305 (765) 284-4869 Accept g Applications for enrolfinenc Infants through age 3 .or hiring: Loving and Enthusiastic Caregivers Contact the center office for appointment: (765) 284-4869 Ministries 6 4 North Jefferson Street Muncie, Indiana (765) 284-1783 KORNERTM D CARE CENT ER CI -447+:4- ................. Page 30 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 BRAIDEDRIVER® SCHOOL OF INTERCESSION Thy kingdom Come Thy Will Be Done On Earth, as it is in Heaven. It is the mission of the BraidedRiver® School of Intercession to develop Masters in the area of Intercession. These Masters will guide the paradigm shift of 21st century church leadership. They will also impact and compel the atmosphere to release in the earth what has already happened in heaven. The BraidedRiver® School of Intercession is available to come to your Church and/or Ministry. Contact Dr. Juanita Johnson at 765287-8765, M-F loam-4pm. COST: $50 (Includes registration fee and 2 books) Name: Address: City: Phone: Make checks/money orders payable to BraidedRiver® Ministries Send Registration and Fees to: BraidedRiver® Ministries, P. 0. Box 2083, Muncie, IN, 47307 (You may also register on site.) Schedule and Locations: Resurrection Temple, 335 W. 14th St., Anderson, IN o Mondays - 6:30pm Level II & III Trinity UM Church 1210 S. Hackley Street, Muncie, IN o Tuesdays ? 12Noon Level II & III o 6:30pm ? Level I Resurrection Temple, 335 W. 14th St., Anderson, IN Wednesdays - 6:30pm Level III Trinity UM Church 1210 S. Hackley Street, Muncie, IN o Fridays ? 12 Noon Level II & III Resurrection Temple, 335 W. 14th St., Anderson, IN o Saturdays - 9:30am Level II & III New Hope UM Church, 1503 Louise St., Anderson, IN Saturdays ? 11:30am Level II & III Joel 2:17 Let the priests, who minister to the Lord, Weep between the porch and the altar; ... Why should they say among the peoples, 'Where is their God?' " Please indicate day/time. Intercession Level I: Introducing the Ministry of Intercession. The spirit and soul of the Intercessor is exposed. Intercession Level II: The Structure of Braided Intercession. Deliverance I, Spiritual Warfare I. Intercession Level III: Identifies and explores stratagems, methodologies and models used in the Ministry of Intercession. Deliverance II, Spiritual Warfare II. Intercession Level IV: The Ministry of Intercession in the local church. This includes the prayer counseling ministry and the altar ministry. Each level of intercession will provide opportunities for practicum to be included. Each level of intercession must be mastered in sequence. Whether you have been an intercessor for years or are just beginning to explore this exciting ministry, you will be instructed and inspired. REGISTER NOW! REGISTER NOW! REGISTER NOW! The Muncie Times? July 19, 2007 ? Page 31 SACRED DANCE MINISTRY (TABERNACLE OF PRAISE) FOR ALL YOUT SPONSORED BY THE NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES SATURDAY AUGUST 4, 2007 1300 S. BROTHERTON ST. 12:00 NOON GUESTS: NEW VESSELS MINISTRY (OF ROYERTON) JOE CLEMONS TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES )1N -:",g5P1 Page 32 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 MEMBERSHIPS SO POWERFUL, THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY IS STRENGTHENED. How? Simple. The Y reaches out to the community by offering a wide range of programs and services. Whether it's through youth sports, child care, fitness, or swim lessons, we emphasize the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Anyone who would benefit from participation at the YMCA, but cannot afford the full cost, may apply for financial assistance. Call 281-YMCA for more details Muncie Family YMCA about YMCA membership or visit us online at WWW. muncieymea. org. The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 33 POETRY CORNER A Cup Of Comfort Inspirational Poetry Some people are hugger; some aren't. Me? I'm always ready With open arms. May be it's because I'm so often on the go, When day is done, or whenever there's a little break in the Action. . . let's have a hug. I'm amazed and thankful that the Lord understands our Human need touch, for warm contact with other people and Even from Him. No, we can't physically enjoy God's touch, but He does have a way of reaching into our hearts. The prophet Daniel needed that touch, and when he received it, he gained renewed strength. Do you need a touch from God at the moment? The wonderful thing is that God has empowered His people-all those living in His kingdom to administer that healing contact to each other. So step closer. . .here God bless you. CMW Resignation I recently wrote a resigna- tion letter: Dear past, I have endured the burden of working with you for the past Thirty five years. In that time I have not thrived under your Under your constant scolding. I feel that with the lack of promotion I have experienced, I need change; therefore, I tender my resignation. I have been offereda position with an organization that offer forgiveness and change: The Future. Consequently, I am not open to the consideration of a counter offer of either guilt or condemnation. Thank you for the opportunity to sow sorrow and reap tears during the last few years. But I have absolutely no intention of completing the rest of my shift in this environment full of self loathing. Its An Action Word People can be so exasperating! Sometimes we are selfish, sometimes we are rude, sometimes we are just hard to get along with. Sometimes we aren't so very lovable. I have to remind myself that love isn't just a warm,. Fuzzy feeling. Rather, it's a commitment to choose certain attitudes and actions. Basically, love is an action word. The true test of love isn't how I behave when I feel loving but how I behave when I feel otherwise how I behave toward those who are as selfish and irritating as I myself can be. This kind of love doesn't depend on how someone is treating me. It depends on my com- mitment to obey God's Word and let him love through me. Leaving the Nitty Gritty My aunt was a neat, clean person, always well groomed. Her house was generally clutter free, and I never once saw dishes left in the sink. But one chore she absolutely refused to do. "Why bother dusting?" she would say to anyone nervy enough to commenton the delicately layer gracing her coffee table. "It just comes back. Besides, there are important things to do!" I have to admit that Auntie knew what she was talking about. In her younger days, she'd been a world traveler, even visiting Cambodia during the middle of the Vietnam War. As she grew older, and her health declined, she focused her energies on giving to charities and sharing her wisdom with nieces and nephew. Her house wads never dirty, but dusting was one nitty gritty detail that just didn't matter. Moving Metaphors What can a soldier, an athlete, and a farmer have in common? How about a mother of two year old twins, a concert pianist, and a master gardener? Hey, these examples work for me! I'm willing to watchfully endure and play by the rules if I can take a bite of the fresh picked, juicy prize at the end of the season. Yes, these metaphors are a bit mixed up, but the point is, Paul's words motivate. What gets you going? For me, it's knowing that the days ahead will be challenging at almost every level personal, and even national, as a terrorist threats continue around the world. I understand clearly what lies ahead plenty of sweaty perseverance, discipline, patience and focus. Thanks, Paul, and thanks, Timothy message received. Get set and go because it's time to move out. Giving Up Control Do you ever try to control people?" the voice on my Clarence Motley and Friends car radio asked. No way not me," "I answered aloud. Then I recalled some-thing that happened only days before. I had had several family commitments when a friend called to invite me to din- ner. "Id love to, Annie," I said, "but I can't right now." I explained my situa- tion. "Oh," Anne replied, after a long moment of silence. "Well maybe I'll try," I continued, aiming to please. Now it hit me! Although my friend had tried to control me through her attitude, I was guilty also. Because "people pleasing" is a way fo controlling others too altering my behavior to gain approval. I had to wonder: How else might I try to control circumstances or people through my words, facial expressions, or even by withdrawal of my love? Hidden Fruit Mmm, mmm, Lush sweet raspberries. Is there anything better? Those red jewels will bring a taste of summer in January when I'm trying to remember if there really ever was a warm day. I thought I'd picked the vines pretty thoroughly,but my four year old granddaughter kept pointing out berries I'd missed. I got down to her level, on my knees and sure enough from that position I saw many more. Daniel knew the impor- tance of getting on his knees. When we are on our knees and looking up, we can see fruit that we can't see from any other position. And what better place from which to offer thanks? If we get on our knees and give thanks, we'll find jew- els to be thankful for. Chatia f Bauman Writers If you have an appropriate short story or a poem you would like to have published; please submit them to us by email. themuncietimes@comcast.net Page 34 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 COOKI Cook Up Your Garden Baked Lima Beans 2 10 oz. Lima beans 1/2 c chopped onion 2 T butter 1/4 C brown sugar 1 C dairy sour cream 1/4 c. ketchup 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper Cook bean in boiling salted water until tender. Drain. Meanwhile cook onion in butter until soft. Stir in remaining ingredients & blend. Stir in lima beans. Place in 1 _ qt. Casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees 25 minutes. Green Bean Salad Put bean into bowl. Slice onions thinly and put into bowl with beans., Dice and fry bacon till crisp. Do not pour off drippings. Add vinegar, sugar, salt to skillet with bacon. Heat to boiling, stirring well. Pour vinegar mixture over beans and onions. Toss lightly. May also be heated in oven for use as vegetable dish instead of salad. Sweet Sour glazed Beets 2 bunches fresh beets 1/4 c sugar 1 T. cornstarch 1/4 tsp. Salt dash of pepper 1/2 c cider vinegar If using fresh beets, cook until tender. Slice beets. Combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, dash pepper add vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and bubbles. Add beets to sauce, heat about 3 minutes. New Cabbage with Tomatoes 2 T chopped onion 2 T bacon fat 3/4 C boiling water 1 tsp. Salt 1/4 tsp. Sugar 1 med. Head cabbage (approx. 2 lb) 2 c tomatoes fresh 1/4 c fine dry bread crumbs 2 T butter melted 3 T grated parmesan cheese Sauté onion in fat for 5 min. Add water, salt, sugar and the cabbage that has been trimmed and cut into wedges. Boil vigorously, uncovered about 8 min. turning over once during cooking. Add tomatoes, reserving some of the juice to combine 3with flour to make a paste. Add paste to the cabbage, cook until thickened. Serve with buttered crumbs on top. Carrot Salad 2 C. grated raw carrots 1/4 C raisins 1 T. Honey 1/2 tsp lemon juice 1/4 tsp nutmeg 2T mayonnaise Grate carrots , mix refrigerate Carrot Cookies 1 C oleo 3/4 C sugar 2 eggs 1 cup mashed cooked carrots Add: 2 C. Four 2 tsp baking power 3/4 c coconut 1/2 tsp salt Bake at 400 degrees 5-6 minutes on slightly greased cookie sheet. Corn Chowder Diced turkey ham 1 small onion Salt and pepper 2 diced potatoes 1 pint half & half 2 cups fresh corn off cob Sprinkle paprika Chopped fresh parsley Cube turkey ham and fry in a soup type dutch oven pan. When pieces are brown, add one small onion finely diced and cook until the onion is translucent. Add 2 cups water and potatoes. Then add salt and pepper and cook until the potatoes are tender but not mushy. In another pan heat the 1/2 and 1/2 and add corn. Simmer on very low until corn is tender. Serve with a sprinkle of paprika. Dilled Cucumbers 2 T salt 4 large fresh cucumbers 1 onion sliced 1 c white vinegar 1 water Sugar to taste 1/2 tsp pepper Slice, but not too thin. Slice onion and alternate layers. Mix salt with water to cover cucumbers. Add ice cubes to chill and then refrigerate for 3 hours. Drain cucumbers and onions. Mix water, vinegar, sugar and salt and pepper to taste. Pour over cucumbers and refrigerate for 3 hours or more. Can be made the day before. Eggplant Parmesan 2 med eggplant 1/4 c chopped parsley 2 cloves garlic chopped fine 4 T tomato paste 1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced thin 1 cup tomatoes chopped fine Blend tomato paste with tomatoes. Add 2 T oil a pinch of salt and simmer in saucepan for 20 minutes. Wash and dry slice eggplant crosswise into _ inch of hot oil for about 5 min. or until eggplant is browned on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Mix bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, garlic and pinch of salt and pepper. In a casserole or baking pan place one layer of eggplant and sprinkle with bread crumb mixture, pour some sauce over this. Alternate layers until ingredients are used. Top with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 25 min. in 350 degree oven. Pepper Relish 12 hot peppers 12 bell peppers 14 onions 2 cup vinegar 3 tsp salt Grind onions and peppers. Add sugar and salt to vinegar, bring to boil. Add peppers and onions. Cook 5-8 min. Can in hot sterilized jars. Stuffed Acorn Squash 2 acorn squash 1 lb turkey-sausage 1 small onion minced 1 1/2 c bread cubes Dash pepper, basil, thyme, parsley 1/4 c chopped celery Cut squash in half, steam cut side down in 1 inch water tile tender. Put Put pat of butter in centers. Mash meat with fork and sauté make stuffing with test of ingredients. Bake at 375 for 25-30 minutes. 6 slices bacon - 2 small onions 1 lb. green beans cooked tender 1/3 cup vinegar ingredients Peel cucumbers, make ridges down cucumber with a fork. The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 35 The Muncie Times has served the community for 16 years. We have delivered the paper throughout the African American community, provided papers to local churches, businessmen and all Marsh stores. We have delivered the paper free throughout the community. 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While all ethnic groups are represented in Nielsen Media Research's national sample in proportion to their percent of the population, only the two largest ethnic groups -- African-Americans and Hispanic-Americans -- are reported in Nielsen Media Research's standard ratings reports. This report, which is released weekly, looks at television viewing only within African-American television homes. The ratings above are a percent of the 13,450,000 African-American Television Households in the United States. as lwers,P2 agar 2 and old Note: All wingestimatesm s on this page include Live plus Same Day DVIR Playback. The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 37 Students participate in Congressional Black Caucus Foundation internship program Pictured (from left to right): Sean Roker, from St. Albans, NY; Laurence Wilson, from Florissant, MO; Ralph Tyler, from Cleveland Heights, OH; Jefferson C. Boyce, senior managing director, New York Life Investment Management, LLC; Lynn Jennings, internship program manager, CBCF; Argatonia Weatherington, from Miami, FL; Elan Mitchell, from Atlanta, GA; Ashley Johnson, from Birmingham, AL; and Jermaine Alexander, from Jamaica, NY. (BLACK PR utives from New York allows talented under- Weatherington is intern- grant from the New WIRE)NEW YORK-- Life questions about graduate students to ing for Rep. Kendrick B. York Life Foundation. (B US INE S S WIRE) - - their personal and work- work on Capitol Hill Meek (D-17-FL); Ms. Through its Nurturing Participants in the pres related achievements. with a member of the Mitchell is interning for the Children initiative, tigious Congressional Seven of this year's 41 Congressional Black Rep. John Lewis (D-5- the Foundation supports Black Caucus selected interns are pic Caucus. Mr. GA); Ms. Johnson is organizations, programs Foundation (CBCF) tured with the event's Roker is interning for interning for Rep. Artur and services that target Internship Program moderator and senior Rep. Gregory W. Meeks Davis (D-7-AL); and young people, particu- attended a reception executive from New (D-6-NY); Mr. Wilson Mr. Alexander is intern larly in the areas of held at New York Life York Life Investment is interning for Rep. ing for Rep. mentoring, safe places Insurance Company on Management, LLC and William Lacy Clay, Jr., Charles B. Rangel (D to learn and grow, and Friday, July 13, 2007. At a representative from (D-1-MO); Mr. Tyler is 15-NY). educational enhance- the reception, interns the Congressional Black interning for Rep. This -is the seventh ment opportunities. asked a panel of young Caucus Foundation, Inc. Stephanie Tubbs Jones year the program has African-American exec- This summer program (p-11-OH); Ms. been funded in part by a Page 38 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 Governor orders property reassessment in Marion County INDIANAPOLIS Governor Mitch Daniels today ordered a reassessment of all real property in Marion County property based on evidence that business assessments were either left undone or performed inaccurately, contributing to an unfair tax burden on homeowners. The governor also said he will freeze tax bills for Marion County at 2006 amounts and recommended that the county issue provisional bills until the reassessment is completed and new bills are issued. "We're here to solve problems, and we're beginning with the immediate -- at least in Marion County -today. People need relief now, and we can't have people losing their homes because of unfair taxes," said Daniels. As he addressed immediate property tax problems in Marion County, Daniels also announced a plan to seek long-term solutions for reform and restructuring of local civil and school government. He named Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Randall T. Shepard and former Governor Joe Kernan to co-chair a commission that will examine and make recommendations on suchtopics as what local government offices could be eliminated to achieve efficiencies and cost-savings and how local governments might restructure or consolidate to reduce overhead and other expenses. Daniels decided to order the Marion County reassessment after receiving a recom- mendation from Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) Commissioner Cheryl Musgrave. The DLGF and the state's government efficiency group have been poring through parcel data for the county in recent days. Musgrave outlined findings that prompted her recommendation in a memo to the governor. For example, assessed value for nearly three-fourths (16,000 of 22,100) of commercial and industrial parcels in Marion County did not change at all over a six-year period. The state will take charge of the; commercial and industrial reassessment in Marion County using professional assessment assistance and instruct county officials to do the residential work. Marion County property taxpayers will receive bills with a new 2007 amount promptly after the reassessment is cornpleted and tax rates certified, a process that is expected to take six to eight months. To begin the formal process of initiating a Marion County reassessment, the DLGF has issued a resolution that calls for a public hearing in 10 days. Following the public hearing, DLGF will issue an order to reassess. The governor said it is likely that reassessments will be ordered for other counties, but so far, many have not complied with state law to provide the detailed parcel information they are required to send that will enable analysis of assessments. The DLGF has begun to review information for Gibson County, whose homeowners have received property tax bills with average increases of more than 35 percent. Aggregate tax data for that county indicates a problem similar to that of Marion County. The DLGF will send a demand letter to counties that have not sent their data to the state or have provided noncompliant data. Counties for priority attention include Elkhart, Delaware and Jefferson, but all will be closely examined. There are only 18 counties in complete compliance. Daniels again asked legislators to consider his proposals for use of a local circuit breaker to provide direct relief to those who need it most and to convert the rebate to a property tax credit that would be more immediate. On July 14, the governor sent legislative leaders a letter suggesting that counties be given the ability to use their share of $300 million appropriated for property tax relief this fiscal year to target property tax relief to those hardest hit through a locally-designed "circuit breaker". That could come in a number of forms, including capping bills at a certain percentage of a home's gross assessed value, at a certain percentage of the owner's adjusted gross income, at a maximum percentage or dollar amount increase, by setting aside a certain percentage of the county fund for those on fixed incomes, or by any other method fitting the local situation. Counties not choosing a targeted approach would stay with the formula established by the General Assembly, which would provide relief to every homeowner, whether their taxes went up or not. But Daniels has proposed converting the current rebate checks into a credit to deliver the relief sooner and with less administrative expense. Earlier, the governor took these additional actions: ? Extended by two months the deadline for counties to decide to use other available revenue tools to help them reduce local property taxes. Legislation enacted this year gives counties the authority to adopt local option income taxes. The August 1 deadline has been moved to October 1 ? Directed the Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) to approve any county's application to permit homeowners to pay their property taxes in installments and to extend bill due dates. ? Directed the Indiana Bond Bank to facilitate short-term financing by local governments that need cash while awaiting installments. A link to the DLGF Commissioner's memo and resolution may be found at: http://www.in.govkligf /news/07182007.html The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 39 The Necessity for Weight Loss in the African American Community By Dr. Valentine Burroughs, MD, MBA Dr. Valentine Burroughs, MD, MBA ( BLACK PR WIRE) Today, the rates of obesity and overweight among multicultural groups in the U.S. are significantly disproportionate compared to White Americans. Tragically, 76% of African American and Hispanic American adults are considered overweight or obese! As a physician in Harlem, I've witnessed a lack of recognition and awareness of the health risks for overweight and obese African Americans. In fact, in our community, there is a cultural acceptance of excess body weight. A full physique is considered a more "ideal" body type, whereas extreme thinness is not. The patients at the highest risk for obesity are African American women from a low socioeconomic status. Sadly, this group receives the least support and education about the crucial importance of not being overweight. This came home to me personally and it was a kind of turning point in my consciousness. I was treating a patient, a young African American, single mother, trying her best to raise her kids. She had gained weight during her pregnancies. In the stress of her situation, despite many attempts to help her lose weight, she ended up obese. She then suffered the many health consequences of overweight and obesity, eventually requiring emergency surgery., After undergoing surgery, due to her many co-morbidities and overall poor health, there were severe subsequent complications. This young mother-- my patient--died. I had long been sensitive to the issues of weight loss and obesity. I have practiced in the areas of endocrinology and metabolism for over 25 years. But the loss of this young woman, a clear and direct result of the obesity that overwhelmed her, galvanized in me a determination to make a difference. I've been able to institute programs at North General Hospital in Harlem, New York, which make little dents in the obesity problemin the community. Like a program for obese teenagers over 400 pounds and a "makeover" program for patients with obesity and diabetes. Physicians need to constructively educate patients on weight control for total well-being. Every day, it seems, I'm asked about weight loss gimmicks that I know won't work. That's why I'm excited about GlaxoSmithKline's new alli weight loss program directed at overweight adults dedicated to losing weight. alli is the first FDA approved weight loss product available without a prescription.alli product support program gives adults some solid knowledge about eating a low fat healthy diet and weight management. The alli starter packs includes Welcome and Companion Guides, a Guide to Healthy Eating, a Daily Journal, a Calorie and Fat Counter, Quick Fact Cards, and free access to an individually tailored online action plan on the website www.myalli.com. When used as directed, alli's program can help people lose weight, adopt healthier eating patterns and maintain that weight loss. Dr. Valentine Burroughs, MD, MBA is Chief Medical Officer and Chairman of the Department of Medicine at North General Hospital in Harlem, NY. Page 40 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 LOCAL CHURCHES Antioch Baptist Church 1700 E. Butler Sunday School ? 9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:40 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ? 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Church: 288-4992 ? Home: 289-8572 Pastor Eddie Long BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH 1431 EAST WILLARD MUNCIE, INDIANA 47302 PASTOR REV. LARRY McCOY Sunday Morning 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. CHURCH (765) 287-1655 HOME (765) 289-9355 Christ Temple Church 654 N. Jefferson Sunday School ? 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Friday 7:00 p.m. Fax: 284-4041 Phone: 284-1783 christtemplemuncie.org Pastor S. Michael Millben Faith Center For All Nations 600 S. Blaine St. Morning Prayer ? 8:15 a.m. Sunday School ? 9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 5:30 p.m. Sunday Youth Night ? 6:00 p.m. Phone: 282-1915 Fax: 282-0341 Pastor Larry Carther Philadelphia SDA Church 200 E. Ninth Street Muncie, Indiana 47302 765-288-8598 Services Sabbath School, 9:30 AM Sabbath Worship, 11:00 AM Prayer Meeting Wednesday, 7:00 PM Pastor Charles M. Willis 11 Kirby Avenue Church of God 701 Kirby Ave. Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 284-8676 Pastor Thomas Stanton Church of The Living God 1120 E. Washington St. Sunday Morning Worship ? 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer ? 6:00 p.m. Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. "The Church with a total worship experience" Phone: 286-4322 Pastor Kevin Woodgett Greater Grace Church 319 W. Howard Sunday School ? 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ? 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 284-2399 Pastor Kendrick Winburni Berea Apostolic Church 1615 E. Williard Sunday School ? 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 6:30 p.m. Phone: 289-3418 Pastor Renize Abram Calvary Baptist Church 1117 E. Jackson Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 11:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Phone: 288-7511 Pastor J.E. Moorehead Prayer House of Deliverance 1805 Wall Ave. Sunday Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Deliverance Service ? 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ? 6:00 p.m. Thursday Victory of Praise Service ? 6:00 p.m. Church: 288-8990 Pastor John L. Smith Perfecting Tabernacle of Praise 920 E. 1st Street Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service 10:00 a.m. Prayer Wed. 6:00 Bible Class Wed 6:30 p.m. Pastor Robert L. Brown Ambassadors of Christ 700 S. Madison St. Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning ? 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening ? 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 6:00 p.m. Prayer ? Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. Church: 288-7214 ? Home: 289-3663 Pastor John Slaughter Bethel AME Church 1020 E. Jackson Sunday School ? 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 11:00 a.m. "Oldest African-American Church in Muncie" Church: 288-5473 Cathedral of Praise Church 2505 N. Walnut Muncie, IN 47302 (765) 287-9789 Sun. Morning Prayer: 10:00 am Sun. Morning Worship: 11:00am Every 1st Sun. Dinner served after service Every 1st Sun. Evening Service: 5:00pm Tues. Bible Study 12:00pm and 6,00pm "The Church Where Jesus is the center of attraction" Pastor Adrian Lea Yell Deliverance Temple 903 S. Pershing Sunday Service & Class Free Indeed 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Tuesday Bible Study 11:00 and 6:00 p.m. ednesday Mens Group 12:00 and 6:00 p.m. Thursday Rising Above 7:00 p.m. Friday Worship Service 7:00 p.m. Phone: 282-7852 288-2671 Bishop H. Royce Mitchell Walking By Faith Ministry 1901 N. Walnut Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Phone: 216 - 3261 Come as you are! We do not go by appearances; just the heart! Pastor Harvester "Smoke," hyor House of Prayer for All People 2725 S. Hackley St. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 11:00 a.m. Church: 287-9883 Home: 284-9687 Pastor Edith Hutchinson The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 ? Page 41 LOCAL CHURCHES Greater Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ 1524 E. Butler Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Y.RW.W. ? 6:00 p.m. Tuesday Prayer & Bible Band ? 6:00 p.m. Friday Night Pastorial Teaching 6:00 p.m. Phone: 289-6262 Pastor Charles Coatie New Hope Baptist 524 E. Willard Sunday School ? 9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 5:30 p.m. Womens Ministry 5:30 p.m. Youth Church 5:30 Single Ministry 6:30 p.m. Phone: 288-7023 or 284-4459 Pastor W C. Edwards Paramount Community 1405 E. Willard Sunday School ? 10:30 am. Sunday Morning Worship ? 12:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 10:30 am. WXFN 1340 am Broadcast ? 9:30 a.m. Phone: 284-1722 284-7169 Pastor Leroy Thomas Trinity United Methodist Church 1210 S. Hackley St. Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Phone: 284-4515 Pastor James M. Nave Destiny Christian Center International 3540 N. Broadway Muncie, India. 47304 765-284 - 4125 Services Sunday Worship, 11:30 AM Thursday Prayer, 6:00 PM Thursday Bible Study, 7:00 PM It's more than you think! !! ! Pastor Keith O'Neal REPAIRING THE BREACH INC. 2902 N. Granville Ave. Muncie, IN 47304 Sunday Morning worship 11:30 A.M. Prayer Mon. Wed. Fri. 6:00 A.M. Thursday Prayer and Bible study 6:00 P.M. We believe that no man is beyond repair If it is broke God can fix it. 289-3921 Pastor Kevin Ivy Sr. Mt. Zion Baptist Church 820 S. Penn St. Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship /11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ? 12 Noon & 6:00 p.m. Phone: 284-0138 Morning Star Ministry 2000 S. Hoyt 287 - 0021 289 - 5436 Services Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. Friday Worship, 7 p.m. Pastors Gladys M. Maina Simon Maina Mungai Shaffer Chapel AME 1501 E. Highland Ave. Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting Wednesday Bible Study ? 12:00 Noon Wednesday Evening Study ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 284-6890 Pastor Dorothea Norwood True Vine Holiness Tabernacle 1205 E. Willard Sunday School ? 9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. & Thursday 7:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday Prayer ? 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Phone: 286-3031 Pastor Wade Sloss Shiloh Church of God in Christ 820 N. Blaine Sunday School ? 10:15 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 12:00 Noon Evening Y.P.W.W. ? 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Friday Worship ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 282-1869 Pastor Buddy Kirtz New Liberty Baptist 1615 N. Elgin Sunday School ? 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ?6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Church: 284-8231 ? Home: 642-4012 Pastor L.D. Clay, Jr. River of Life 5350 W. Bethel 765 - 287 - 1200 Services Sunday Worship ? 10:00a.m. Sunday Evening ? 6:00 p.m. Tuesday Service ? 7:00p.m. "Where the river flows everything shall live." Ezek. 47:9 (NIV) Spiritual Baptist 1201 E. Jackson Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 282-1034 Pastor Mack Moses Terrestrial Temple Church of God in Christ 2112 N. Turner Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 6:00 p.m. Thursday Worship ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 288-8181 Pastor James Lawson Union Chapel Ministries 4622 N. Broadway Saturday Services Evening Worship ? 5:30 p.m. JC Junction Children's Church 5:30 p.m. Commonway Worship 7;00 p.m. (180 Bldg.) Sunday Services Sunday School ? 9:00 am. Sunday Morning Services ? 9:00 a.m. & 10:45 am. 180 Youth Event ? Sunday 6:00 p.m. Phone: 288-8383 Office / 213-3977180 Office . ? Word Of Life Christian Church 1401 E. Kirby Ave. Sunday Prayer ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:30 a.m. The Zone (Youth Service) 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ? 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 284-16269 Pastor Bryant R. Crones Union Missionary Baptist Church 1103 N. Macedonia St. Sunday School ? 9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 7:00 a.m./10:00 a.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer ? 10:0 a.m./6:00 p.m. Wed. Children's Bible Study ? 6:00 p.m. (annex) Children's Church (1st Sun. 9-13; 3rd Sun. 3-8) Phone: 284-7274 "A 21st Century, New Testament Church: empowered by the principles of God's unchang- ing word, with ministry: relevant to a changing Pastor Willie J. Jackson, St, world" Page 42 ? The Muncie Times ? July 19, 2007 LOCAL CHURCHES The Spiritual Israel Church And It's Army 915 E. Memorial Dr. Muncie, IN Sunday School ? 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Church: 288-3264 Home: 260-745-5353 Ex. 4:22 Israel is my son even my first born Rev. JR Carswell Fig Tree Ministries 501 S. Tillotson Muncie, IN Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:00 a.m. Monday ? 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ? 7:00 p.m. Phone: 281-1636 Home: 759-7872 pastor kaymorehouse@hotmail Pastor Kay Morehouse Holy Ghost Temple Church of God in Christ 1518 E. 17th St. Sunday School ? 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 11:30 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer ? 6:00 p.m. Friday Worship ? 7:30 p.m. Phone: 282-9158 Pastor Jerry D. Rumpus The New Testament Christian Ministries 6207 W. Taylor Rd. at Hoffer Sunday Bible Study ? 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ? 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study ? 7:00 p.m. "Ambassadors for Christ Radio Broadcast 1340 AM ESPN Every Sunday at 10:00 a.m.. Phone: 282-7666 ntcm I @net,ero.com Midtown Church of Christ 901 E.Willard 47302 Church 284-6748 Office number 748-8996 "Where God is Magnif