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–JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM– A Walnut Creek Holiday Favorite

–FROM THE DESK OF JAVON– Who Are These People? (Part 7)

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Journey To Bethlehem

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12 Days of Christmas

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The Real Meaning of Twelvetide

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A Vary Old Tradition

The Gift of Good Manners Keep the Spirit of Compassion and Goodwill Alive

From the Desk of Javon Miller

Who Are These People? (Part 7)

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By CINDY WOODSM A LL & ERIN WOODSM A LL

Reviewed by JILL SELL Amish Heartland Contributing Writer

ld Order Amish Amy Zook has had enough of helping her mother run the family dairy farm. Amy has dreams of owning a party planning business – wedding receptions, showers, birthdays -with a friend. But in the age of online bookings and social media, that idea seems out of reach as long as she remains Amish. In A Christmas Haven (Waterbrook, 2019), authors Cindy Woodsmall and Erin Woodsmall begin Amy’s personal transformation in summer. Amy is about to step away from her church just when other characters open her eyes to sometimes not-so-subtle viewpoints and their own needs. Her sister, Holly, must balance a wish to enter a traditional Amish marriage with a desire to provide medical assistance to the community. And when a car crash means a Swartzentruber Amish man and his ill sister must stay at the Zook homestead, Amy is forced to further examine her heart, ambitions and responsibilities. Christmas doesn’t appear in the book until the last chapters. But life changing events lead up to the holiday, along with all the possibilities of miracles, kindness and love that can happen during the season.

Along the way we find Amy’s small collection of Christmas decorations (frowned upon in Amish homes), including old glass ornaments. She has hidden them away in plastic containers in back of the hayloft. One in particular has a message for her that she never understood before. Will this Christmas be different?

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–Journey to bethlehem– A Walnut Creek Holiday Favorite

Story by J ILL SELL Amish Heartland Contributing Writer

MAYBE IT'S because the night sky is darker and the stars are brighter in Ohio’s Amish country. Maybe it’s the calming silence that hangs in the cold air surrounding farmhouses and barns. Or perhaps it’s because the region is home to Amish and Mennonite families who make religion the core of their lives. Whatever the influence, there is no doubt that Walnut 6

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Creek Township is a special destination during the Christmas season. The business community’s 10 Annual Journey to Bethlehem, Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, is a free, self-guided walking and driving tour that enhances the Christmas season for both

LEFT: The free, selfguided walking and driving tour begins at Walnut Creek Mennonite Church where viewers register and receive a map of other stops along the Journey.

visitors and locals. The event is 4 to 8 p.m. both nights and covers about three miles in length. Ok, Walnut Creek isn’t exactly Bethlehem. But the family-friendly stops on the tour encourage thoughts of the Holy Land before 4 BC, Mary and Joseph and the birth and search for the Christ child. Stops are aweinspiring and/or warm places to come in from the cold. Participants begin their journey by registering by 7:30 p.m. at Walnut Creek Mennonite Church, 2619 County Road 144, in Sugarcreek. (Inspiration: Joseph and Mary were required to register for census and

taxation purposes.) A map of the itinerary, as well as a special 10th anniversary surprise, will be given to those registering. Donations to Walnut Creek benevolence assistance programs can also be made at the church during registration. Church Administrator Matt Yoder said the church will be decorated “nice and Christmassy” for the event, the choir may perform and people may play the piano depending on schedules. Scrolls, not exactly the same kind used in ancient times, but close enough, will be set on tables for registration purposes. Church volunteers will also be on hand wearing Biblical-era attire.

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“Parents can read the written word about the meaning of Christmas and its associated events, but it’s also good to expose children to a drama. They can really experience what the busy marketplace or King Herod’s court was like,” said Yoder. “We are excited to be part of the event as we have been for the past several years,” said Yoder. From the church, visitors can visit other tour stops in any order. It is suggested, however, to drive into the center of town where parking is available and where most other destinations are a short walk. Shuttle vans from the church parking lot to the participating destinations are available. Among the participating businesses on the Journey to Bethlehem: Coblentz Chocolates, Carlisle Inn Walnut Creek, Carlisle Gifts Walnut Creek and Yoder’s Home and Hardware. Along the journey, visitors see costumed characters depicting shepherds in fields, angels on porches delivering messages (announcing the news of Jesus’ birth to the shepherds, etc.) and other Biblical characters. Visits to the throne room of King Herod (who ruled Judea when Jesus was born and who wished to put to death any potential rival) and the Bethlehem marketplace, are also on the map. “Parents can read the written word about the meaning of Christmas and its associated events, but it’s also good to expose children to a drama. They can really experience what the busy marketplace or King Herod’s court was like,” said Yoder. “It’s an additional way to explain the Christmas story to kids. The tour gives parents a chance to answer kids’ questions about how or why things happened.”

The Wise Men have followed the brightest star in the night sky and are also on their way to Bethlehem, well, the manger at The Farm at Walnut Creek, ABOVE: A live nativity scene, the traditional anyway. Bearing highlight of the tour, awaits viewers at The gifts of gold, Farm at Walnut Creek. frankincense and myrrh (or good fakes), they also have come to see the holy child. Live animals, including cows, donkeys, goats and oxen, will also be in the barn on the property. Other animals, including llamas, Watuzi cattle and “lots of camels,” according to the farm’s owner, Henry Hampton, are part of the evening’s petting and feeding zoo. Cinnamon rolls, apples, cheese, hot chocolate, coffee, kettle corn and toasted marshmallows are available without charge. Journey to Bethlehem is never canceled due to weather conditions, and the last two years have attracted between 6,000 and 9,000 people.

And what kid (or adult) doesn’t like free refreshments? Different stops offer bottled water, candy canes, popcorn, cider and chocolate covered pretzels.

“There have been years when the snow was coming down so hard that we couldn’t light the luminaries (on Olde Pump Street) and we were sure no one would attend. But they did,” said Vicki VanNatta, a planning committee member for the event since its beginning and the public relations corporate staff member for Dutchman Hospitality.

For many, the traditional highlight of the tour is the live nativity scene at The Farm at Walnut Creek. A wagon ride takes visitors from the farm’s parking lot to the activities reached by pathways lit by luminaries.

The tour is sponsored by the employees and merchants of the Walnut Creek Business Association with additional volunteers from the community. For more information, call 330-893-4200 or visit cometowalnutcreekohio.com.

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–12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS– The Real Meaning of Twelvetide

"ON THE first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree.” The familiar lyrics of this tune are sung as part of Christmas caroling and holiday celebrations, reaching a crescendo each time singers belt out “five golden rings.” The song is an English Christmas carol that was written in 1720. While it references plenty of gift-giving, it’s easy to assume the song is about giving Christmas gifts. However, the 12 days in the song actually refer to the birth of Jesus Christ. The 12 days of Christmas, also known as the Twelvetide, refers to the festive Christian season that celebrates the Nativity of Jesus. In fact, the start of these days occurs on December 25 and extends until the evening of January 5th, the day before the Epiphany, known

as Twelfth Night. Each day corresponds to a remembrance of different religious events or people. Christmas celebrants can celebrate well into the new year. Commemorating the 12 days of Christmas can include small festivities from December 25 to January 5. On Twelfth Night, historically known for parties, modern-day fanfare can mark the culmination of the Christmas season — with the last of giftgiving occurring on the Epiphany. Gifting, hosting friends and family, attending religious services, participating in charitable events, or opening one’s home to neighbors and those who can use some companionship are all ways to make the 12 days of Christmas more special. HL19A349 Amish Heartland

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COOKIES and other baked treats are everywhere come the holiday season. It’s not uncommon to give cookies as gifts or arrive at holiday gatherings with cakes and other decadent desserts.

Cookies are a classic holiday treat, and some families even build entire traditions around baking Christmas cookies. Novice bakers making cookies for the first time may be a little overwhelmed when perusing recipes. Baking is a science, and sometimes it takes practice to get the results just right. However, there are some tips that can help yield better, buttery bounties.

Handle butter with care

Butter can make or break a cookie recipe, as butter is often the glue that holds the cookie together. Therefore, it is key to follow the directions carefully regarding how to handle butter. Smithsonian. com says to leave butter at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes to properly soften it. This takes patience, but fiddling with butter too much can damage its delectable integrity. While purists may say butter is best, margarine may be acceptable if it has a high fat content; otherwise, cookies may spread out and flatten. When it comes time to cream the butter with sugar, be sure to do so thoroughly to incorporate air into the butter and remove the grainy texture of the sugar.

Measure flour properly

Measuring flour the right way can ensure cookies come out right. The Cooking Channel says to spoon the flour lightly into a dry measuring cup, then level it off with a knife. Do not dip the measuring cup into the flour or tap the knife against the cup. This will pack too much flour into the measuring cup and result in dry, tough cookies.

Slow down the eggs

Add eggs one at a time to make sure each will emulsify properly with the fat in the butter. Adding eggs en masse may cause the emulsification to fail.

Use a bottom rack

Too much heat may compromise cookie integrity. The food experts at Delish say to try moving cookies onto a lower rack in the oven if they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t retaining their shape when baked. Put an empty cookie sheet on the top rack. That will block the cookies from the most intense heat that rises to the top of the oven. Mastering cookies takes a little patience and some trial and error. Once bakers get their feet wet, Christmascookie-baking becomes even more special. HL19A281

Chill out

Follow recipes that call for chilling cookie dough carefully. This process is important for making sliced and shaped cookies. By chilling, the dough becomes more malleable for rolling and even slicing. Amish Heartland

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Journey to Bethlehem

4 - 8 PM, Walnut Creek Village. Celebrate the Reason for the Season with us in the town of Walnut Creek! Self-guided tour - approximately 3 miles in length. Includes driving and limited walking.The first stop will be Walnut Creek Mennonite Church (2619 County Road 144, Sugarcreek, OH, 44681) where you will receive a map, and ends with the Live Nativity at The Farm at Walnut Creek. Admission is free and no pre-registration is required. 330-893-4200 | www.dhgroup.com/events

Downtown Churches Walking Tour

Downtown Wooster, Fri 5 PM. Come celebrate the holiday season by exploring our historic churches! www.mainstreetwooster.org/ upcoming events

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BALLET WOOSTER PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER

Wooster High School, 515 Oldman Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 330-988-8811| www.balletwooster.org/events/

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A Collingsworth Family Christmas

7 PM, Amish Country Theater, 4365 OH-39, Berlin, OH 44610. Featuring deft orchestrations of both vocal and instrumental talent, all in one family. 888-988-7469 http://www.AmishCountryTheater.com

Holiday Ornaments Workshop

Wayne Center for the Arts, 237 South Walnut Street Wooster, OH 44691 330-264-2787 | www.wayneartscenter.org

Christmas WITH THE CELTS

2 PM and 7 PM, Amish Country Theater, 4365 OH-39, Berlin, OH 44610 888-988-7469 http://www.AmishCountryTheater.com

Shopping Under the Stars in Berlin

5-9 PM, Berlin Main Street Merchants, Berlin, OH 44610 http://www.visitberlinohio.org

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THE CHRISTMAS TREE SHIP

This show will run through DECEMBER 28, 2019. Visit OhioStarTheater.com for full schedule and details. A ship. A storm. And one family's unsinkable determination to continue their father's mission of bringing Christmas Joy to all. Location: Ohio Star Theater, 1357 Old Route 39, Sugarcreek, Ohio. info@dhgroup.com | 855-344-7547

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The Nutcracker Ballet

$20.00 plus $4 fee, Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681 info@dhgroup.com Celebrate the holiday season at the Ohio Star Theater as the Holmes County Center for the Arts presents the beloved classic, The Nutcracker. Thru Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, this timeless ballet will whisk you off on an adventure through the imagination of a young girl to a journey around the world! Enjoy an evening with the family as local entertainers bring this fairytale to life. 1-855-344-7547 | http://www.dhgroup.com/ theater/thenutcracker

It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play

6 PM. $20.00 plus $4 fee, Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old State Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681 info@dhgroup.com Based on the classic holiday movie and staged as a live radio broadcast, this performance is the perfect way to celebrate the Christmas season with family and friends. A beautiful story of inspiration and determination brought to life in front of your very eyes, this show will capture your heart! 1-855-344-7547 | https://www.dhgroup.com/ theater/its-a-wonderful-life

12th Annual Cookie Tour of Inns

self-guided, $45.00, lauriej@holmescountychamber.com 330-674-3975 http://www.christmascookietour.com

A Christmas STORY FEATURING Point of Grace, Aaron Shust and Mallary Hope

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–WR APPING GIFT S– A Very Old Tradition

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While the wrapping paper many gift givers use today is a relatively recent phenomenon, the tradition of wrapping gifts is centuries old, with some historians even suggesting it dates back to ancient times.

THE HOLIDAY season is rife with tradition. One of the most recognizable traditions involves wrapping gifts. While the wrapping paper many gift givers use today is a relatively recent phenomenon, the tradition of wrapping gifts is centuries old, with some historians even suggesting it dates back to ancient times. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis® notes that many ancient cultures celebrated various holidays that included exchanging gifts, adding that it’s very likely that, even in ancient times, gifts were wrapped to surprise their eventual recipients. Bojagi is a traditional Korean wrapping cloth that might have begun being used some time during the Three Kingdoms of Korea period, which began in 57 BC and ended in AD 668. The Japanese tradition of furoshiki, which can be traced back to the 17th century and possibly as far back as AD 710, involves using a traditional wrapping cloth to transport certain items, including gifts. As for the gift wrap familiar to today’s holiday celebrants, that traces its origins to the early 1900s. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis® notes that Eli Hyman and Morris Silverman founded the first gift wrap company in the United States in 1903. Unfortunately for gift givers back then, adhesive tape had not yet been invented in 1903, and wouldn’t be for another 27 years. HL19A278 Amish Heartland

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– A tt r act i o n s – 3 Behalt/Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center 5798 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

22 J.M. Smucker Company Store & Cafe 333 Wadsworth Rd., Orrville

33 Guggisberg Cheese 5060 SR 557, Millersburg (Charm)

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–Dining & Food– 57 Kauffman’s Country Bakery 6013 CR 77, Millersburg (Berlin)

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31 Miller’s Bakery 4280 TR 356, Millersburg (Berlin)

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60 Troyer’s Home Pantry 668 W. Main St., Apple Creek

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–Lodging & Camping– 55 Donna’s Premier Lodging 5523 East Street, Berlin

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56 Holmes with a View 3672 TR 154, Millersburg (Berlin)

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40 Scenic Hills RV Park 4483 TR 367 NE, Millersburg (Berlin)

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13 Kauffman Lawn Furniture 4540 US Rt. 62, Millersburg (40.568729°, -81.784071°)

16 Mt. Hope Fence 7102 CR 77, Millersburg

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–Shops & Such– 4 Berlin Leather & Pets 4363 SR 39, Millersburg (Berlin)

22 Hershberger Country Store 50938 Township Rd 220, Baltic

2 Peddler, The 3239 SR 39, Walnut Creek

6 Berlin Village Gift Barn 4755 SH 39, Millersburg (Berlin)

26 Holmes Sew & Vac 4897 W. Main St., Berlin

39 P. Graham Dunn 630 Henry St., Dalton

5 Charm Harness & Boot 4432 CR 70, Charm

27 Homestead Furniture 8233 SR 241, Mt. Hope

40 Pleasant Valley Poultry 3160 Pleasant Valley Rd. SW, Baltic

7 Country HIll Furnishings 4356 Co Hwy 160, Millersburg

28 House of Lace & Primitive Curtains 4550 SR 39, Millersburg

43 Sol’s in Berlin 4914 W. Main St., Berlin

15 Eastwood Furniture 4722 Kidron Rd., Kidron

29 Jake's Handcrafted Oak 8239 TR 562, Holmesville

46 Swiss Country Lawn & Crafts 2131 SR 39, Sugarcreek

17 Erb's Stove Center 4100 SR 39, Millersburg (40.54607° -81.77139°)

34 Lehman's 4779 Kidron Rd., Dalton

50 World Crafts 13100 Emerson Rd., Kidron

19 Gospel Book Store 4900 Oak St., Berlin

36 Mt. Hope Harness 8129 SR 241, Mt. Hope (40.6201379° -81.7842065°)

51 Yoder Bargain Store 7802 Salt Creek Rd., Fredericksburg (40.6750668° -81.834396799°)

21 Greenhouse Shoppe, The 3649 Cleveland Rd., Wooster

38 Parsley Pot 697 CR 1302, Ashland

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–the gift of go od manners– Keep the Spirit of Compassion & Goodwill Alive

The HOLIDAYS are a time for giving and gathering with loved ones. Because the holiday season is such a social time of year, it can be wise for celebrants to revisit social manners in the days ahead before the holiday party season hits full swing. Practicing good manners is especially poignant during the holidays to keep the spirit of compassion and goodwill alive.

Host/hostess gifts

A gift is a great way for holiday celebrants to express their appreciation to holiday hosts. It doesn’t have to be a lavish gift; a bottle of wine, baked goods or a decorative trinket each make for thoughtful gifts.

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Promptly RSVP so hosts can plan accordingly. A text, phone call or quick email will suffice.

Because the holiday season is such a social time of year, it can be wise for celebrants to revisit social manners in the days ahead before the holiday party season hits full swing. Be helpful to others

Consider those people who may have a difficult time getting holiday shopping or other jobs done, such as an elderly neighbor or a friend who is feeling under the weather. Find out if you can maximize your trip to the mall or supermarket by getting them some things they need.

Ask before bringing a guest

While the more the merrier is often the case, be sure hosts are fine with an extra guest or two. Remember, he or she may have gifts planned for those in attendance, and an unexpected face may lead to an embarrassing shortage of treats. Manners and etiquette can make the holiday season even more enjoyable. HL19A204

Accept gifts with grace

Whether you planned to exchange gifts or not, if someone gives you a gift, accept it with a smile and express your appreciation. It may not be what you need or desire, but do not let the gift-giver think you are unhappy with the gift. It’s alright if you have nothing to give in return. Don’t feel as though you have to rush out and get a reciprocal gift.

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recipes. ingredients • 3 T. all-purpose flour • Salt & freshly ground black pepper • 21/2 lb. veal medallions, pounded thin • 3 T. extra-virgin olive oil • 1/2 c. fresh lemon juice • 4 T. unsalted butter • 1/2 c. pine nuts, toasted • 6 whole sage leaves plus 1 T. thinly sliced fresh sage leaves • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 11/2 lb. dried spinach fettucine • 12 fresh chives, thinly sliced

directions 1. Combine the flour with salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Dredge the veal in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, and set aside. 2. Warm the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the veal and pan-sear for 11/2 minutes; flip and cook for 1 minute longer. Transfer the veal to a plate to rest. 3. Return the skillet to the heat, add the lemon juice, and cook, stirring up the browned bits in the pan. Add the butter and stir into the lemon juice; allow the butter to melt and thicken slightly. Add the pine nuts, the tablespoon of sliced sage, the garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. 4. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettucine to desired doneness according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta, and then spin the fettucine into the sauce with tongs. 5. Transfer the pasta to a large round plate and top with the veal medallions. Garnish with the whole sage leaves and chives and serve immediately. PC157317 22

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Sage Veal Medallions

servings From John Hall's 'The American Craft Beer Cookbook’

Spicy Cheese Balls ingredients • 1 8-oz. package cream cheese, at room temperature • 1 c. grated sharp cheddar cheese • 1 T. minced garlic

makes

35-40 balls

• 1 T. chopped fresh parsley • 1 T. cayenne pepper • 1 T. freshly ground black pepper

• 1/2 T. kosher salt • 1c. finely chopped walnuts

directions 1. Put the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, parsley, cayenne, black pepper, and salt in a food processor. Process for 5 to 10 seconds, until well blended. Scrape the mixture into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour. 2. Spread the chopped walnuts on a plate. Shape the cheese mixture into 35 to 40 small cheese balls, each about the size of a large marble. Roll each cheese ball in the walnuts, coating the outside (you may to press a little to ensure sticking). 3. Serve the cheese balls on a large platter. You can put a toothpick in each ball, but you could also surround them with crackers and let guests use their hands. It all depends on what kind of party you're having.

From A.J. Rathbun's 'Party Snacks!'

" Ev e r y mome nt of w or r y w e ake n s the soul for its daily combat." – Ami sh Prove rb

Cinnamon Rolls ingredients • • • • • • •

4 T. yeast 2 c. milk, scalded and cooled 3/4 c. sugar 1/2 c. butter 1 tsp. salt 2 eggs, beaten 6 c. flour

ICING: • Melt 1 stick oleo • Blend in 1 c. brown sugar, 1/4 tsp. salt. Cook this for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add 1/4 c. milk • Remove from heat and add: 21/2 c. powdered sugar, 1 tsp. vanilla

4-6 servings

directions 1. To lukewarm milk, add yeast, sugar, salt and last, the eggs. 2. Work in flour and shortening well. Let rise to double, punch down and let rise again. 3. Roll out dough. Spread with butter and sprinkle with 1/2 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon mixed together. Cut. Let rise again and bake.

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–FROM THE DESK OF JAVON– Who Are these People? (Part 7) Submitted by Javon M iller | Amish Heartland Contributor

“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” M A RK 1 6 : 1 5

JOHN 15: 15-16 “Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth; but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you. Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.” This article is the longest of the 18 articles. It pertains to the ordination of ministers and servants within the church. I fully appreciate the way that we have our church leadership and ministry. We have a bishop, who is the 24

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lead Shepherd of the church. He fulfils the baptisms, marriage vows, final burial rites, serving the sacraments of communion, and leads out in presenting decisions that need to be made within the church. However, he does not have full control and authority. Almost all decisions are made with the unanimous voice of the church, the laity. We have two ordained ministers, teachers, that are instituted to assist in the leadership roles. They are teachers that are to fully expound the Word of God to His flock. They assist in the communion sacraments but do not perform the baptisms, marriage vows, etc.. One deacon rounds out the plural ministry. The deacon works closely with the bishop in addressing issues that arise. He is also responsible to distribute

the alms funds and see to any physical needs with the church and community. The deacon also teaches with the scripture readings and opening sermons, however his main responsibility is to see the needs of the people, whether physical or spiritual. Our methods of choosing new ministers is done by lot, this way God does the choosing. We begin with a teaching on the qualifications that should be evident in a person's daily life. I doubt if any one of us is fully qualified to meet these "spec's" to perfection, we are all fallible humans. However, God can take an imperfect life and create a "perfect" person for His purpose. The church members then give their nomination of the brethren, we do not ordain women into leadership. We feel that according to the scriptures God has ordained these positions to be filled by men. When a member has a predetermined number of "votes", this is not majority, he is then included in the lot. Once that all nominations have been given, the ministry presents all that are in the lot. Once that all nominations have been given, the ministry presents all that are in the lot. They then take new song books, our Ausbund hymn book, so that there is no difference to be noted and insert a slip of paper with the call to ministry on it. These books are shuffled by various people so that no one knows which book has the slip of paper in it. The members of the lot then take a book of their choice and seat themselves by order of age. The presiding bishop will then open the books one by one and with whomever the paper is found, the lot has been cast. We know of a surety that this method allows God to have full control. God directs every member of the lot which book to choose. In this way we can be comfortable in knowing that God's choice is followed. In the past, they say, the nominees outnumbered the new books. For some reason the paper was inserted in the single older book that was used. This was verified by the ones who saw it inserted. Much to the clergy's dismay, the paper was not found in the old book but in the new one. Truly God did the directing!

and has given commandments concerning the same, as to how each one should walk therein, give heed to his own work and calling, and do it as it becomes him to do. Ephesians 4:11, 12, “And he gave some, apostles: and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ.” For he himself, as the faithful and great Shepherd, and Bishop of our souls, was sent into the world, not to wound, to break, or to destroy the souls of men, but to heal them; to seek that which is lost, and to pull down the hedges and partition wall, so as to make out of many, one; thus collecting out of Jews and heathen, yea, out of all nations, a church in His name; for which (so that no one might go astray or be lost) He laid down His own life, and thus procured for them salvation, made them free and redeemed them, to which blessing no one could help them, or be of service in obtaining it. 1 Peter 2:25, “For we were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.” Matthew 18:11, “For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.”

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Ephesians 2:13, 14, “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ. For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall partition between us.” John 10:9, 11, 15, “I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and go in and out, and find pasture. I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. As the Father knoweth me, even so I know the Father: and I lay down my life for the sheep.” And that He, besides this, left His church before His departure, provided with faithful ministers, apostles, evangelists, pastors and teachers, whom He hath chosen by prayer and supplication through the Holy Spirit, so that they may govern the church, feed His flock, watch over, maintain, and care for the same; yea, do all things as he left them an example, taught them, and commanded them to do; and likewise to teach the church to observe all things whatsoever He commanded them. Ephesians 4:11, 12, (Previously given above.) Luke 6:12, 13, “And it came to pass in those days, that he went out into the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God. And when it was day, He called unto him his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom he named apostles.” Luke 10:1, “After these things the Lord appointed other seventy also, and sent them out two by two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come.” Matthew 28:20, “Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Also that apostles were afterwards, as faithful followers of Christ and leaders of the church, diligent in these matters, namely, in choosing through prayer and supplication to God, brethren who were to provide all the churches in the cities and circuits, with bishops, pastors, and leaders, and to ordain to these offices such men as took “heed unto themselves and unto the doctrine,” and also unto the flock; who were sound in the faith, pious in their life and conversation, and who had – as well within the church as “without” – a good reputation and a good report; so that they might be a light and example in all godliness and good works; might worthily administer the Lord’s ordinances – baptism and sacrament – and that they (the brethren sent by the apostles) might also, at all places, where such were to be had, appoint faithful men as elders, who were able to teach others, confirm them in the name of 26

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the Lord “with laying on of hands” and who (the elders) were to take care of all things of which the church stood in need; so that they, as faithful servants, might well “occupy” their Lord’s money, gain thereby, and thus “save themselves and those that hear them.” 1 Timothy 3:1, “This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work.” 1 Timothy 4:14-16, “Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery. Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all. Take heed unto thyself, and continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.” Acts 1:23,24, “And they appointed two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias. And they prayed, and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen.” Titus 1:15, “For this cause I left thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee.” Luke 19:13, “And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, occupy until I come.” That they should also take good care (primarily each one of the charge over which he had the oversight), that all the circuits should be well provided with the almoners, who should have the care and oversight of the poor, and who were to receive gifts and alms, and again faithfully to distribute them among the poor saints who were in need, and this in all honesty, as is becoming.” Acts 6:3-6, “Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to do the ministry of the Word. And the saying pleased the whole multitude, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Phillip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas, a proselyte of Antioch: whom they set before the apostles; and when they had prayed, they laid hands on them.” Also that the honorable old widows should be chosen as servants, who beside the almoners, are to visit, comfort, and take care of the poor, the weak, afflicted, and the needy, as also to visit, comfort, and take care of widows and orphans; and to further assist in taking care of any matters in the church that properly come within their sphere, according to their best ability.” 1 Timothy 5:9, 10 , “Let not a widow be taken into the

number under threescore years old, having been the wife of one man, well reported of for good works, if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints’ feet, if she have diligently followed every good work.” Romans 16:1, 2, “I commend unto you Phoebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea: that ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in what business she hath need of you: for she hath become a succourer of many, and of myself also.” And as further regards the almoners, that they (particularly if they are fit persons, and chosen and ordained thereto by the church) may also in aid and relief of the bishops, exhort the church (being, as already remarked, chosen thereto), and thus assisted in word and doctrine; so that each one may serve the other from love, with the gift which he has received from the Lord, so that through the common service and assistance of each member, according to his ability, the body of Christ may be edified, and be the Lord’s vineyard and church be preserved in its growth and structure.” 2 Timothy 2:2, “And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.”

our ministers from common people. They all hold day jobs to pay their bills. If they need help, we are there to help. Our ministers do not have a degree theology. They rely on the Bible, the wholly inspired word of God. Our messages are presented in simplicity so that all may understand it. Our ministers are fallible humans and recognize it, but God does the qualifying and gives them grace and strength to fulfill His calling. God truly does lead out in choosing His servants. This calling is for life. We do not “fire the preacher” because we do not like his message. We do not have trial runs, to see whether we like their style or not. Therefore we have a variety of presentations and inspirations. This provides safety and openness to God’s direction. We provide a benediction of two or more voices from the congregation at the conclusion of the service to verify that nothing was taught outside of alignment with the scriptures. Hebrews 4:12. "For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart."

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Respectfully submitted,

So I will simply close with this conclusion. We choose

Our ministers do not have a degree theology. They rely on the Bible, the wholly inspired word of God. Our messages are presented in simplicity so that all may understand it.

J.M.

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