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Mrs. John Merck, Sr. and Mrs. John M. Merck, Jr. were co-hostesses for the first meeting of the new year of the Presbyterian Women of the Church at the Merck Sr. home, on the bayfront at Collegeport, on January 10th. The meeting was called to order by the president, Mrs. R. L. Corporon. The subject for study was entitled “The King Demonstrates His Power” as recorded by Matthew. Special consideration was given to the three miraculous healings by Jesus; the healing of the leper, the healing of the centurion’s servant and the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law. It was brought out how these incidents from the life of Jesus were a fulfillment of Isaiah’s words “he took our infirmities and bore our diseases” and these miracles were considered in correlation with present day miracles. It was announced that the District Women of the Presbyterian Church will hold a luncheon meeting February 12 in Bay City at the First Presbyterian Church. A report was given on “A Church Christmas Postcard.” This was a project to raise money for a special fund. Instead of the exchange of Christmas cards between the members of the church, this money which ordinarily would have been spent on cards and postage was deposited by the members in a giant Christmas card, designed and beautifully executed by Mrs. Gustave Franzen, placed in the church foyer. At the conclusion of the business session, refreshments of sandwiches, cakes, coffee and candies were served buffet style from the dining room, which had been decorated in holiday style. Those present were Mesdames R. L. Corporon, Bruce Kay, Fred Law, Gene Mixon, Percy Corporon, U. S. McMillan, Charlie Chaplin, Gust Franzen Sr., C. J. Williams, Roy Nelson, George Hejtmanek, R. L. Wells, Gerald Wells, Gustave Franzen and Dean Merck. Children present were Lamar and Kenneth Kay, Cheryl Hejtmanek, John M. Merck, G. W. and Derril Franzen.
Palacios Beacon, January 17, 1963 |
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The Women of the Church of the Collegeport Presbyterian Church met at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 12, at the church. Mrs. Gust Franzen, president, opened the meeting with the prayer "What Is A Saint?” from the book “Too Busy Not To Pray”. The Bible study “Measuring Motives” was moderated by Mrs. Dean Merck, with 2nd Corinthians as the text. Mrs. Russell Corporon, White Cross chairman, reported that 172 of the 200 bandages needed to fill the group's quota had been prepared. More sheets are now needed to fill the remaining quota. Newly appointed nominating committee members are Mrs. Dean Merck, chairman, Mrs. Percy Corporon and Mrs. R. L. Wells. Members discussed the new landscaping plan drawn up for the church and improvements to the church grounds. Mrs. Franzen read invitations to the group to attend a program and covered dish luncheon at the Methodist Church in Palacios on February 18 and a missionary program at the First Presbyterian Church of Palacios February 24 at 6:30 p.m. Hostesses for the meeting were Mrs. R, L. Wells and Mrs. Gust Franzen.—Reporter.
Palacios Beacon, February 19, 1970 |
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The meeting of the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport was held Thursday, February 14, in the lovely home of the vice president of the Circle, Mrs. Dean Merck. The moderator for the February meeting, Mrs. Fred Law, led in the group discussion “The King Delegates Authority” as outlined in the workbook, for the monthly study of the Gospel of Matthew. The keen interest in the study was evidenced by the spontaneity and participation of the entire group in the discussion. This study, according to the Gospel of Matthews, was a development of the chief theme running through each of the previous studies of “The Kingdom of Heaven.” Mrs. Gustave Franzen gave an interesting and thought-provoking talk on “World Missions” as out-lined in the Presbyterian Survey. An informal report was made by the six members who attended the District Women of Churches luncheon meeting given in Bay City, Feb. 12. An announcement was made of the approaching visit to Bay City on Feb. 26 of the missionary, Dr. Cummings, who will talk on Korea. It was decided that the members of this Circle will observe the week of prayer and self denial for world missions from Feb. 24 through March 3, and to this end, envelopes were distributed in which to place amounts of whatever money has been saved by individual acts of self denial. This money to be used for world missions. Following the business meeting, lovely refreshments were served buffet style in the dining room. Delightful to the eye, as well as the taste, were the red and white valentine hearts of cherry salad, jellied and decorated with flutings of whipped cream and served on sparkling crystal with luscious slices of red velvet cake. Carrying out the red and white valentine motif, an exquisite arrangement of white roses was on the buffet and in the living room, the hostess had placed a tree, blossoming with crimson roses. Assisting the hostess were Mrs. Gustave Franzen and Mrs. Gerald Wells. Those present were Miss Margaret Holsworth, Mesdames Fred Law, Roy Nelson, Gustave Franzen, Gene Mixon, P. V. Corporon, U. S. McMillan, George Hejtmanek, R. L. Corporon, R. L. Wells, Charlie Williams, also a visitor, Mrs. G. B. Kimport of Winner, S. D. Children present were Cheryl Hejtmanek, G. W. and Derril Franzen.
Palacios Beacon, February 28, 1963 |
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On March 11th, Mrs. Gustave Franzen, Jr. was hostess to the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport. Mrs. Franzen received her guests in her manor home of brick set atop a hill and reached by a driveway through acres of lush green grass. Mrs. Franzen, who was also moderator for the day, led a helpful and enthusiastic discussion of the four parables as recorded by Matthew and outlined in the current work book. In an effort to obtain 100% participation in the discussion, the moderator divided the circle into groups of four each, which studied the different parables and then each group shared the conclusions and results of the discussion with the whole group. The monthly emphasis on Evangelism was presented by Mrs. Bruce Kay who enthralled her audience by a stimulating and fresh approach to her subject. A survey of the week of prayer and self denial, observed by the circle, was made. Envelopes to be used for money saved through acts of self denial, and which had been distributed in February, were collected. Mrs. Gerald Wells, chairman of the White Cross, outlined what is expected from the Collegeport circle. The articles to be collected and sent to Japan and Africa include bandages, material, baby blankets, etc. Following the business meeting, the guests were served coffee, sandwiches, and sweets. The many windows of the dining and living rooms were open to the warm spring afternoon so that one had the feeling of dining almost al fresco. Assisting the hostess in receiving her guests were Mrs. C. H. Wilson and Mrs. Gus Franzen, Sr. Among those present were Mesdames: John Merck, Sr., R. L. Corporon, P. V. Corporon, Gus Franzen, Sr., Rob Wells, C. J. Williams, Clyde Ware, Roy Nelson, C. H. Wilson, Fred Law, U. S. McMillan, Gene Mixon, Dean Merck, A. A. Penland, Bruce Kay, Gerald Wells, and John Merck, Jr. Master G. W. and Derril Franzen played happy hosts during the afternoon to their little guests Kenneth and Lamar Kay and John Milam Merck.
Palacios Beacon, March 28, 1963 |
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Howard Ronald Turnbow, second-year student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 31. Mr. Turnbow attended Phoenix College and Arizona State University. Before entering the Seminary he worked as a highway patrolman in Arizona for five years. He has also served three years in the U. S. Marine Corps. He is married to the former Wanda Jo Scott of Avondale, Arizona. They have four children. Mr. Turnbow has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church of Chandler, Arizona.
Palacios Beacon, March 28, 1963 |
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James H. Carter, senior student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church next Sunday. Mr. Carter received a bachelor of arts degree from Southwestern at Memphis, Tennessee. Before entering the Seminary he was employed by a chemical firm in Houston. He is married to the former Margaret Jones of Lake Charles, Louisiana. They have three children. Mr. Carter has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church of Lafayette, Louisiana.
Palacios Beacon, April 4, 1963 |
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William Kimbro Hedrick, second-year student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, April 21. Mr. Hedrick received a bachelor of arts degree from Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina, in 1961. He was a member of the band, the male chorus, Pi Kappa Phi social fraternity, and Phi Mu Alpha, honorary music fraternity. Mr. Hedrick has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church of Warren, Alabama.
Palacios Beacon, April 18, 1963 |
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On April 11, Mrs. U. S. McMillan was hostess to the Women of the Church of the Collegeport Presbyterian Church. Their large, modern home trimmed with white iron grill work is located in Tin Top, where cotton is still King, attested by the fact that the McMillan Gin is the hub around which revolves the activities of Tin Top. As usual, the meeting was well attended and opened promptly. Mrs. John Merck, Sr. presided as moderator for the study and discussion of the prescribed topic, “The King Faces Opposition.” An exceptionally interesting and well prepared presentation of her subject let to complete group participation. The members listened with much interest to the representative for the monthly emphasis “Christian Higher Education.” Mrs. Gerald Wells, chairman of the White Cross gave a detailed report of the recent drive to collect bandages and other articles to be sent to Africa and other foreign countries. Mrs. Wells expressed much satisfaction with the response of the members. A social hour followed the business meeting during which a seafood salad plate, coffee and sweets were served the guests gathered in relaxed conversation groups throughout the spacious sun-lit rooms, from the family room with its magnificent gun collection to the more formal living room, its modern decorations pointed up by a white and gold piano. Among those present were Mesdames George Hejtmanek, A. A. Penland, Fred Law, Duane Corporon, John Merck Jr., Dean Merck, P. V. Corporon, Gust Franzen, Roy Nelson, C. J. Williams, Gustave Franzen, John Merck Sr. and Clyde Ware.—Reporter.
Palacios Beacon, April 25, 1963 |
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Steve Calvin Kerr, student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, May 5. Mr. Kerr received a bachelor of arts degree in sociology from Lamar State College of Technology in 1962. He was formerly employed by the Mobil Oil Company of Beaumont and has served three years in the U. S. Marines in Korea. He is married to the former Bobbie Brown of Beaumont. He has his church membership in the Second Presbyterian Church of that city.
Palacios Beacon, May 2, 1963 |
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The First Presbyterian Church of Collegeport will celebrate Holy Communion Sunday, May 25 at the 11 o’clock service with the Rev. Tom McGee conducting the service. A farewell covered dish dinner honoring the Rev. Mr. McGee will be held in the new Fellowship Hall following the morning service. Former members and friends are invited to join in this fellowship. The Fellowship Hall is a gift from two of our pioneers, Dean and Dorothy Franzen Merck, who came to Collegeport with their pioneer parents in 1909. The Sadie-Ellen Room was named for their mothers, the late Mrs. B. V. Merck and Mrs. Gust Franzen. The kitchen has been dubbed Carrie’s Kitchen, in honor of long-time social chairman, Mrs. Roy Nelson.
Palacios Beacon, May 22, 1969 |
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Mrs. A. A. Penland was hostess to the Presbyterian Women of the church of Collegeport at her home on Oyster Lake Road on May 9. Mrs. Fred Law was moderator for the day and led in the study and ensuing discussion of the topical subject "The King Is Identified," stressing the point that our experiences are the foundation on which faith is built. Mrs. John Merck Sr. was the representative for the "monthly emphasis," and an extremely well prepared and stimulating program was presented in the form of a playet, with the roles played by the members of the circle. Much concern has been felt for the plight of the poverty stricken natives of the Brazilian jungles. The detailed report from the missionaries, of the proposed highway to be built through the heart of the Brazilian jungle encourages the hope that the villages which will be built along the highway will bring about a new life to these natives, and an economic relief to those so urgently in need. A suggestion was proposed that the circle would make a study to find out if it would be probable to establish an outlet and limited market for the handi-crafts of these needy people. At the close of the business session, homemade ice cream, coffee and cookies were served by the hostess. Among those present were Mesdames R. L. Corporon, Duane Corporon, P. V. Corporon, Gerald Wells, Gust Franzen. Mesdames Roy Nelson, Dean Merck, Fred Law, John Merck Sr., John Merck Jr., Bruce Key, E. A. Nixon, George Hejtmanek and C. J. Williams.
Daily Tribune, May 22, 1963 and Palacios
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Thursday, June 13, Mrs. John Merck, Mrs. Gerald Wells and Mrs. Earl Cockburn were hostesses for the June meeting of the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport at the ranch home of the Cockburns, known as the old “Johnny Pierce Place.” The house has stood for almost three quarters of a century, a tall white sentinel on the banks of the Tres Palacios bay, whose waters are coming ever closer by the erosion of many storms and lashing waves, a legend and a landmark clearly visible for many miles. A house so built that from each room there is a view of the bay. When the meeting had been called to order, the topic for discussion, “The King Claims His Kingdom,” was introduced by the moderator for the day, Mrs. A. A. Penland. A fresh and vivid approach to the subject, welcome as breeze on a muggy day, was injected into the discussion by two visitors, Mrs. Bill Hodge and Mrs. Steve Kerr, both wives of young ministers. Views which were both stimulating and thought provoking, particularly in relation to the world crises and daily explosions of racial strife. A thorough and comprehensive report on the work of the nine General Fund agencies was presented by Mrs. P. V. Corporon. During the social hour, following the business meeting, a buffet luncheon was served from the dining room, consisting of tea sandwiches, punch, petit fours, other sweets and coffee. Among those present were: Miss Margaret Holsworth, Mesdames Duane Corporon, George Hejtmanek, Gustave Franzen, M. S. Holsworth, Ellen Franzen, John Merck, Roy Nelson, Rob Wells, Steve Kerr, Bill Hodge, Dean Merck, R. L. Corporon, Fred Law, Gerald Wells, W. L. Ellis, U. S. McMillan and Misses Lynn and Sue Hodges and Lenore Penland.
Palacios Beacon,
June 27, 1963 |
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Vacation Bible School was held at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church July 7 through July 11 from 3 to 5:30 p. m. A program which culminated the week’s activities was presented Sunday at 10 a. m. Mrs. Gustave Franzen, director, wishes to thank all who helped in any way to make this a successful Bible School. Our appreciation goes to those responsible for a really fine Vacation Bible School, Mrs. Franzen, director; Mr. Duke Kilgore, minister; Mrs. Gerald Wells, Jr., refreshment chairman; teachers, Mrs. Glenn Jurek, Mrs. Russell Corporon, Mrs. Duke Kilgore, Miss Nancy McMillan; pianists, Mrs. R. L. Corporon, Mrs. Duke Kilgore, Miss Nancy McMillan; pianists, Mrs. R. L. Corporon, Mrs. Jesse Derrick; helpers, Miss Linda Corporon, Miss Sandy Dabelgott, Miss Sylvia Schimek and Miss Carolyn Corporon. The average daily attendance was 34. The study centered around the Church and the Bible. During the week the children discovered more of the exciting story of how God’s word has been made known through the church since the beginning when there was only a tiny group of Jesus’ followers. The telling of God’s word to people in our own world presents many difficulties and problems, and depends as always, on the power of God’s spirit working through the church.
Palacios Beacon, July 17, 1969 |
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The July meeting of the Collegeport Women of the Presbyterian Church met on the afternoon of July 11, with Mrs. Fred Law and Mrs. Bruce Kay as hostesses. The study and discussion for the day was “The Passover Meal and Jesus’ Farewell to His Disciples.” Borrowing the drama and solemnity of that sorrowful occasion, the comments and discussion of the group members showed the awareness of each of the privilege of the personal emotional experience of their union with God. During the discussion of the use of “unleavened” brad, and its significance Mrs. Gus Franzen, Sr., one of the early settlers, reminisced about the days when the pioneer women used the foam from the top of the water of the bay to “leaven” their bread, when yeast was not available. The representative for the monthly emphasis, “Christian Citizenship” stressed the ever increasing responsibilities of the Christian citizens, in the state, the nation and the world. During the social hour which followed the business meeting, the hostesses served iced drinks, coffee, sandwiches and cookies. Among those present were Mesdames Steve Kerr, R. L. Corporon, Gerald Wells, P. V. Corporon, Roy Nelson, W. L. Ellis, Fred Law, E. A. Mixon, Bruce Kay, John Merck, Gus Franzen, Dean Merck, Gustave Franzen Sr., and George Hejtmanek Sr.
Palacios Beacon, July 25, 1963 |
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The Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport met July 17 at 3 p. m. in the Sadie Ellen Fellowship Hall. Mrs. Gustave Franzen, president, called the meeting to order and gave a devotional and prayer on “Christian Use of Freedom” based on 1 Peter 2:16. Mrs. Dean Merck led the group in prayer. Mr. Duke Kilgore moderated the Bible Study based on Jesus’ Ministry in Jerusalem, Scripture, Luke 19:45 and 21:38. Emphasis for this month was on Christian Citizenship. Mrs. Russell Corporon called to the attention of the women their Christian responsibility as citizens. The duty of every Christian citizen is the obligation to be informed, and then, to take action to bring society into harmony with the spirit of Jesus Christ. A short business meeting was held. Mrs. P. V. Corporon, secretary, read the minutes, members answered roll call with a verse of scripture and Mrs. John Merck gave the treasurer’s report. As the women take turns in providing flowers for the church, Mrs. Dean Merck volunteered to be responsible for them in August. Cards were signed for mailing to Mrs. R. L. Corporon, who is in Wisconsin at her brother’s bedside; Mrs. Alton Boyd, daughter of Mrs. L. E. Liggett who recently passed away. Mrs. Liggett was a former resident of Collegeport and very active in this church. The meeting adjourned with the Mizpah. Hostesses for the meeting were Mrs. John Merck and Mrs. Gustave Franzen. California salad and Ritz, chilled orange juice and coffee were served. Among those present were Mesdames P. V. Corporon, Russell Corporon, Gust Franzen, Dean Merck, A. A. Penland, Gerald Wells, C. J. Williams, also Mr. Duke Kilgore and John Milam Merck. The newly constructed Fellowship Hall, given by Mr. and Mrs. Dean Merck, has certainly been used and enjoyed. Approximately 70 attended the covered dish dinner on July 13 following the closing of Bible School. Various gifts have been given to the Fellowship Hall. The refrigerator, given by Mr. and Mrs. U. S. McMillan, was really enjoyed at our dinner. Other gifts which have been gratefully received have been given by Mr. and Mrs. Rob Wells, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Cockburn and Mrs. C. J. Williams.--Reporter
Palacios Beacon, July 31, 1969 |
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Situated for beauty, and standing high above the banks of the Tres Palacios River, is the W. L. Ellis home, scene of the August meeting of the Collegeport Women of the Presbyterian Church. The meeting was highlighted by the presence of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Kerr. Mr. Kerr, a Seminary student and pastor during the past summer has endeared himself to his many Collegeport friends by the dramatic simplicity and directness of his sermons. Mrs. Dean Merck was moderator for the day and her skillful handling of the discussion, “The King is disgraced,” together with the enthusiastic and vivid contributions of both Mr. and Mrs. Kerr, made the day one long to be remembered. Mrs. Kerr, who substituted for the absent representative of the “Monthly Emphasis,” awakened apathetic thought to the glorious possibilities of personal evangelism. During the social hour, the hostess, Mrs. W. L. Ellis, served coffee, iced drinks and sweets to her guests. Among those present were Mesdames Gust Franzen Sr., Roy Nelson, E. A. Mixon, Dean Merck, John Merck Sr., P. V. Corporon, R. L. Corporon, John Merck Jr., R. L. Wells, Gerald Wells, Miss Margaret Holsworth and the honored guests Mr. and Mrs. Steve Kerr.
Palacios Beacon, August 22,
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Richard Blyth Poteet, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday October 13. He received his bachelor of arts degree from Austin College in Sherman, where he was a member of the national classical languages fraternity, Eta Sigma Phi. Mr. Poteet worked forty hours per week in the newspaper business while earning his degree. Since his graduation he has served as simmer assistant minister of the Oakhurst Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth, summer chaplain intern at M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, and has done a year-long internship as assistant minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Beaumont. He is married to the former Alice Bell of Houston and has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church there. Palacios Beacon, October 10, 1963
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John O. Massey, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 20. Mr. Massey received his bachelor of science degree from the University of Arkansas. Before entering the Seminary, he was employed in insurance and public relations work. He is married to the former Virginia Reynolds of Conway, Arkansas; they have three children. Mr. Massey has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church on Merrilton, Arkansas. Palacios Beacon, October 17, 1963
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On October 10th, the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport met at the Corporon home in Citrus Grove. It was an unusually happy occasion because it was the first time Mrs. R. L. Corporon had entertained the circle in her recently completed home. Mrs. Corporon occupies a very special and warm place in the hearts of the members of the W. O. C. because of her loving and unselfish years of dedicated service to the Presbyterian Church. So each member of the group enjoyed in sharing with Mrs. Corporon her pride in the quiet beauty and dignity of her new home. The meeting opened promptly as scheduled with Mrs. Fred Law presiding as moderator of the day’s discussion and Bible study, giving a summary of the forthcoming year’s study of the Book of Psalms and emphasizing the importance and beauty of the lesser known and familiar Psalms, as well as those Psalms which are loved by all. Mrs. Dean Merck handled in her usual capable and interesting way the program on Christian Worship, stressing worship, service and study. Much time was given in the meeting to the planning of the different phases of the year’s work with regard to its aims and objectives. A review was made of the duties of the newly appointed and elected officers, chairmen and various committees. The duties of the hostess, Mrs. Corporon, during the social hour which followed the business meeting, were charmingly assumed by Mrs. Russell Corporon, the youngest of the circle and Mrs. Robert Keszler. Those present included Mesdames U. S. McMillan, J. M. Merck, Ellen Franzen, C. J. Williams, John Merck, Sr., Russell Corporon, A. A. Penland, E. A. Mixon, Fred Law, P. V. Corporon, Dean Merck, Gerald Wells and visitor Mrs. Robert Kezsler.
Palacios Beacon, October 24, 1963 |
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Edward H. Smith, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 27. Mr. Smith received his bachelor of arts degree in international relations from Southwestern at Memphis, Tennessee. Before entering the Seminary, he was employed as an engineer draftsman in Forrest City, Arkansas, and as a personnel supervisor in Memphis. He also served four years in the U. S. Army in Korea, Okinawa, and in the United States. He has his church membership in the Brooks Road Presbyterian Church in Memphis.
Palacios Beacon,
October 24, 1963 |
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The Collegeport Presbyterian Women of the Church met Sept. 11 in the Fellowship Hall at 2:30 p. m. for its regular monthly meeting. After Mrs. Gustave Franzen called the meeting to order, Mrs. John Merck presented a thought for the day by reading a poem “If He Came to Your House.” Mrs. Franzen led the group in prayer. Mrs. P. V. Corporon moderated the Bible Study and members of the group participated in reading and discussion of “Jesus’ Ministry in Jerusalem.” This lesson completed our year’s study of “The Gospel According to Luke.” Christian Training is the emphasis for September. This is a natural time for this emphasis when the back-to-school spirit is in the air, with the opening of public schools, planning for a new church year, and students going to college, Mrs. Franzen emphasized the purpose of this theme: That we share together in a deeper appreciation of the complex and ever changing “now” generation, and that we see the interdependence among the various educational forces—religious, cultural, secular, personal—that influence both youth and adults today. It is good to remember our students away from home, Larry Corporon at Sam Houston; Billy Hejtmanek and Miss Carolyn Corporon at the University of Texas and Kenneth Corporon at Wharton County Junior College. A short business meeting was held. Plans for a covered dish dinner to be held Sunday, Sept. 14, were made to honor Mr. and Mrs. Duke Kilgore and sons, John, Hill and Mike who were with us through the summer. Mr. Kilgore is presently at Austin Seminary, but will serve our church on alternating Sundays. The District Presbyterial meeting will be held Sept. 25 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bay City. The theme will be “God Calls to Decision in Our District.” Arrangements were made for members to attend. Hostesses for the day were Mesdames Gust Franzen, Dean Merck and John Merck. Those present were Mesdames P. V. Corporon, Russell Corporon, Gerald Wells, Glenn Jurek, John Merck, Dean Merck, Gust Franzen and Gustave Franzen, also Misses Kimberly Corporon and Sarah Beth Jurek. Following the meeting the Women’s Council met to fill out evaluation forms for the past year and goals adopted for the coming year. Palacios Beacon, September 25, 1969
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James Edward Foster, senior student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 10. Mr. Foster attended Odessa College and received his bachelor of arts degree from Austin College in Sherman in 1961. He was a member of Eta Sigma Phi, national honorary classical languages fraternity, and the baseball team. He is in the Marine Corps Reserve, and spent a year in active service before entering the Seminary. Mr. Foster has, for the past two summers, done field work at the St. Stephen and Ridglea Presbyterian Churches in Fort Worth. His church membership is in the First Presbyterian Church of Odessa.
Palacios Beacon,
November 7, 1963 |
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Frederick Lindsay Moffett, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 24. Mr. Moffett was graduated from Charles H. Milby High School in Houston, and received his bachelor of arts degree from the University of Texas in 1961. He is married to the former Martha Lynn Welch of Houston; they have two children. Mr. Moffett is a member of the Presbyterian Church of the Covenant in Houston.
Palacios Beacon,
November 21, 1963 |
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The Presbyterian Women of the Church met Thursday, Nov. 14, in the bay front home of Mrs. John Merck, Jr. A home where the spacious rooms are so richly decorated with heritage pieces of needlepoint. A study of the prescribed Psalm had been prepared for study and discussion and was moderated by Mrs. Fred Law. Much stress was placed on the structure and rhythm of the Psalms in relation to their place in the present day hymns, and the place they occupied in the lives and destiny of the ancient Hebrews. The Emphasis for November was upon Stewardship and was represented by Mrs. John Merck, Sr. Those who served with her on this program emphasized the importance of the woman as stewardess of the home, money, time, talents and the gospel. Following the business meeting, coffee and sweets were served. During the coffee hours, Terry Lyn, the lovely infant daughter of the Gus Franzens, was presented the circle and duly admired. Among those present were: Mesdames Fred Law, U. S. McMillan, Ellen Franzen, Roy Nelson, P. V. Corporon, Dean Merck, Russell Corporon, Gustave Franzen, John M. Merck, Duane Corporon, George Hejtmanek, Gene Mixon, Charlie Williams, R. L. Wells and Gerald Wells.
Palacios Beacon, November 28, 1963 |
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John O. Massey, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 1. Mr. Massey received his bachelor of science degree from the University of Arkansas. Before entering the Seminary, he was employed in insurance and public relations work. He is married to be former Virginia Reynolds of Conway, Arkansas; they have three children. Mr. Massey has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church of Merrilton, Arkansas.
Palacios Beacon, November 28, 1963 |
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Dan Terrell Hughs, second-year student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 8. Hughs received his bachelor of science and bachelor of architecture degrees from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1953, and worked as an architect in Dallas before coming to the Seminary. He was also architectural consultant for the Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas, of which he is a member.
Palacios Beacon,
December 5 1963 |
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John O. Massey, senior student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, December 15. Mr. Massey received his bachelor of science degree from the University of Arkansas. Before entering the Seminary, he was employed in insurance and public relations work. He is married to the former Virginia Reynolds of Conway, Arkansas; they have three children. Mr. Massey is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Morrilton, Arkansas.
Palacios Beacon,
December 12, 1963 |
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Thursday, December 12, the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport held its Christmas covered dish party at the U. S. McMillan home at Tip Top with Mrs. McMillan as hostess. In the front parlor, a Christmas tree heavily flocked in white with myriads of glittering ornaments in pink and gold set the decorative color scheme used throughout the house. Around 11 o’clock in the morning, the guests, some wearing gay Christmas dresses of red, began arriving laden with festive, seasonal dishes of roast turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce, various vegetables, salads, pies and cakes of many flavors and hues. The recent, tragic national events pointed up the study and discussion of the 20th, 45th, 72nd and 110th Psalm and ran like a blood stained ribbon of silver through the entire study session, and led to a unanimous resolution expressing deep sorrow and concern over the assassination of the President of the U. S., and a renewed dedication of the circle members to the destruction and outlawing of anything in daily life unlike the love which as Christians we profess. Mrs. Fred Law, as moderator, has aroused in the members an increasing awareness in the history and poetry of the Psalms as related to the songs used in the Presbyterian Hymnal. In repetition of last year’s project, a huge Christmas Post Card, executed and detailed by a talented young member of the church, has been placed in the foyer of the church as a receptacle to receive the money which otherwise would be spent in the exchange of Christmas cards among the members. The proceeds from this one joy Christmas card will be used for ministerial relief. The participation in the discussion by two visitors, Mrs. Carl Hansen and Mrs. Herbie Crane, were sparks which lent added and vivid brightness and spontaneity to the study. Singing of well loved Christmas carols brought to a close the day’s festivities and signed “Finis” to the meetings for 1963. Among those present were Mesdames Hattie Kundinger, Gerald Wells, Duane Corporon, George Hejtmanek, Bruce Kay, Gustave Franzen, Dean Merck, Fred Law, P. V. Corporon, Roy Nelson, Ellen Franzen, A. A. Penland, John Merck, John Merck, Jr., Russell Corporon, Bob Wells, R. L. Corporon and visitors, Mrs. Hansen, Mrs. Crane and the small fry Mike Hazen, Lamar and Kenneth Kay and Terri Lyn Franzen.
Palacios Beacon, December 26, 1963 |
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John O. Massey, senior student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Dec. 29.
Palacios Beacon, December 26, 1963 |
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Dan Terrell Hughs, second-year student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, January 26. Hughs received his bachelor of science and bachelor of architecture degrees from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1953, and worked as an architect in Dallas before coming to the Seminary. He was also architectural consultant for the Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas, of which he was a member.
Palacios Beacon, January 23, 1964 |
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On Thursday, January 10, Mrs. Percy Corporon was hostess for the regular monthly meeting of the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport. Acting as co-hostess with Mrs. Corporon was Mrs. Duane Corporon. The subject for the study and discussion was “The Five Psalms of Praise.” The meeting got off to an animated and enthusiastic start and held that tenor throughout the afternoon, with a full 100% member participation. Those assigned to lead the topical discussions showed that they had made a thorough and intensive participation of the subject. It was unanimously agreed that an enthusiastic and appreciative singing of the hymns based on the Psalms would be one of the ways in which church worship could be revitalized and thereby counteracting the seeming apathy and dullness of the present day church services. Also it was agreed that each member would begin her day by chanting and singing some particular or favorite Psalm. It was also suggested that while performing routine duties of the home, the housewife could spiritualize her thinking immeasurably by chanting or singing aloud one of the hymns of Praise, namely Psalms 96, 100, 117, 145, 150. Several hymns from the Hymnal based on these Psalms were sung in unison by the group, with joy and spontaneity. Plans for the meeting during the first quarter of the New Year, at which time the Collegeport Women of the Church will be the hostesses for expected visitors, were tentatively made. The representatives for the Monthly Emphasis stressed Christian Action as individuals and as a church. Following the close of the business session, tea, coffee, sandwiches and cake were served. Among those present were Mesdames R. L. Corporon, Fred Law, Roy Nelson, Gust Franzen, Gustave Franzen Jr., E. A. Mixon, John Merck, Dean Merck. C. J. Williams, Russell Corporon, R. L. Wells, George Hejtmanek and Mrs. Herbert Crane, a visitor from Baraboo, Wisconsin.
Palacios Beacon, January 30, 1964 |
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Richard Blyth Poteet, senior student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday February 9. He received his bachelor of arts degree from Austin College in Sherman, where he was a member of the national classical languages fraternity, Eta Sigma Phi. Mr. Poteet worked forty hours per week in the newspaper business while earning his degree. Since his graduation he has served as assistant minister of the Oakhurst Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth, summer chaplain intern at M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, and has done a year-long internship as assistant minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Beaumont. He is married to the former Alice Bell of Houston and has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church of Paris, Texas.
Palacios Beacon,
February 6, 1964 |
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Edwin Theodore Salvant Jr., senior student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, February 16. Mr. Salvant received his bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Louisiana State University, where he was elected to four scholastic honorary societies. Before entering the Seminary, he was employed by Humble Oil & Refining Company, and served four years in the U. S. Air Force. Last summer he was assistant pastor at the First Presbyterian Church in Tyler, and was student pastor at the First Presbyterian Church of Texas City this summer. He is married to the former Joan Usner of New Orleans; they have one child. Mr. Salvant has his church membership in the University Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Palacios Beacon,
February 13, 1964
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James Harold Sparks Jr., senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, February 23. He attended Texas Technological College in Lubbock and the University of Alabama, where he was vice-president of the Westminster Fellowship. While in college, he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, and received the Army ROTC Distinguished Military Student Award. His church membership is in the First Presbyterian Church of Lubbock.
Palacios Beacon,
February 20, 1964 |
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Richard Harmon Wood, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 1. Mr. Wood received his bachelor of science degree from Sam Houston State Teachers College in Huntsville. Before he entered the Seminary, he worked as a national field trainer for Rich Plan Corporation of Dallas, and taught school in Levelland. He is married to the former Violet Marie Walling of Austin; they have three children. His membership is in the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church of Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Palacios Beacon,
February 27, 1964 |
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Mrs. Gerald Wells and Mrs. Gustave Franzen were hostesses for the Collegeport Presbyterian Women of the Church, at the country home of Mrs. Franzen, Thursday, February 13. The meeting, with an excellent attendance, opened promptly at 2:30 p. m. with Mrs. Fred Law presiding as moderator. The topics for study and discussion were the 44th, 74th, 80th and 90th Psalms. These psalms are known as the Songs of Sorrow, as taken from Israel’s Hymnbook, and it was learned through individual and group study all of these psalms have a definite form. First, the cry to God, then a description of their present distress and then the prayer for deliverance. Throughout this discussion there was the awful awareness of the very real threat to American national existence, comparable to that which threatened the existence of Israel. The intense interest which pervaded these discussions was displayed in the almost 100% participation by the individual members. Again and again the question was asked, “What can I, as an individual, do toward meeting the calamities which are threatening our nation?” The emphasis on the world missions was directed toward the missions in Southeast Asia and the recognition of the serious implications which face the world conflict. It was recognized that should India, Pakistan and the neighboring counties in Southeast Asia fall before the advancing communistic ideology, the loss to the free world will indeed be calamitous. Following the business meeting, refreshments were served during the social hour amid a festive atmosphere of Valentine gaiety. The motif for the decorations in the living and dining area were the traditional red and white hearts and cupids and this medley of lacey hearts and red and white roses everywhere resulted in a scene of much loveliness. Decorated cakes and candies of white and red hearts were served with other refreshments from a table exquisite in a red and white net cloth with scattered lace hearts and cupids and centered with bone white candlesticks and a huge candy box of red with white taffeta ruffling. Among those present were Mesdames Fred Law, Rob Wells, E. A. Mixon, C. J. Williams, P. V. Corporon, Russell Corporon, Dick Corporon, George Hejtmanek, Gustave Franzen Sr., John Merck Sr., John Merck Jr., Dean Merck, Roy Nelson and guest. Mrs. Brent Kimport
Palacios Beacon, March 5, 1964 |
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Charles Johnston Freeland III, second-year student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 15. Mr. Freeland received his bachelor of arts degree from Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina, in 1962. He has his church membership in the First Presbyterian Church in Crowley, Louisiana.
Palacios Beacon,
March 12, 1964 |
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Richard Harmon Wood, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 22. Mr. Wood received his bachelor of science degree from San Houston State Teachers College in Huntsville. Before he entered the Seminary, he worked as a national field trainer for Rich Plan Corporation of Dallas, and taught school in Levelland. He is married to the former Violet Marie Walling of Austin; they have three children. His membership is in the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church of Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Palacios Beacon,
March 19, 1964 |
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Psalms 6, 13, 22, 42, 43 and 69, known as “The Psalms of individual lament” were the subjects for study and discussion by the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport, Thursday, March 12. The circle met at the home of the hostess for the day, Mrs. Dean Merck. The meeting was called to order by the President of the Circle, Mrs. R. L. Corporon. The study and discussion of the Psalms mentioned was moderated by Mrs. Hazel Merck and her introductory remarks and presentation of each psalm, was both thought provoking and inspiring. The discussion emphasized the thought that although afflictions and disasters frequently befall an entire nation, yet constantly with us are the trials and tragedies which beset us as individuals. The workbook pointed out that Bishop John Hooper, who died a martyr under the reign of Bloody Mary in 1555, commended these Psalms as of “great consolation” for those who are “in anguish of mind.” Said he, “These are the scriptures to fall back on, when the mind can take no understanding, not the heart any joy of God’s promises.” Like a breath of spring, was the fresh, unfettered, untrammeled presentation on “Evangelism” as presented by Mrs. Bruce Kay, representative for the Monthly Emphasis. During the business meeting, the envelopes, previously distributed and containing the money which each circle member had saved through some personal denial or sacrifice, were collected. The money thus obtained to be used for World Missions. A very happy and relaxing social hour followed the business meeting, during which the hostess served refreshments consisting of tea, coffee, cake and wafers with herb-seasoned dip. Among those present were the following: Mesdames U. S. McMillan, E. A. Mixon, Russell Corporon, John Merck, Jr., Roy Nelson, Bruce Kay, Hazel Merck, Gustave Franzen, Fred Law, Gust Franzen, Sr., R. L. Corporon and P. V. Corporon.
Palacios Beacon, March 26, 1964 |
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Donald M. Megahan, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest speaker at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, April 12. Mr. Megahan received the bachelor of fine arts degree from the University of Nebraska in 1938, and the master of music degree from Northwestern University in 1947. He also attended Eden Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. During the Second World War, he served for three years in the South Pacific with the U. S. Field Artillery. He has been a high school music teacher and has worked professionally in the Presbyterian Church for the past 15 years, serving as associate pastor of the First Church of Lubbock for five years and minister of education at the First Church of Tyler for four years. Mr. Megahan is married and has seven children. He is a resident of Lubbock and a member of the Presbytery of the Southwest.
Palacios Beacon, April 9, 1964 |
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The Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport held its April meeting at the country home of the president of the circle, Mrs. R. L. Corporon, who with her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Russell Corporon, were hostesses for the day. This meeting was a most special event, occasioned by the visit of Mrs. Carlton Crawford, chairman of Presbyterian District No. 1, and Mrs. R. G. Herlin of the First Presbyterian Church of Palacios. Mrs. Crawford explained in detail the revised orders and procedures of the organization and programs, so each member might understand her individual duty and responsibility to her family, to her congregation, to her community and to the universe. Mrs. Crawford, with undeniable talent of keeping a firm grasp on her subject material, possessed the unusual ability of arousing and sustaining the interest of her listeners by avoiding the heavy didactic pedantry which so often lulls the audience into lapses of dullness and apathy. The lightness, brightness and spontaneity with which she explained the several revisions was contagious and was reflected by all those present, setting the mood and tempo for the entire meeting. At one point, Mrs. Crawford in emphasizing the importance of church family related a personal experience which stressed the loving relationship between church family and personal family. Very informally Mrs. Herlin was called upon to give some highlights of the functioning of a prayer group, dedicated and successful, and which Mrs. Herlin was largely instrumental in organizing. The study and discussion of psalms 16, 23, 27, 91, and 121, known as the “Affirmations of Faith” were moderated by Mrs. Dean Merck. In an effort to incorporate and focus these studies upon our own problems and needs, Mrs. Merck asked for volunteers to give personal experiences of God’s care, provision and protection. Following the business meeting the hostesses served coffee, punch, sandwiches and cake to those present which numbered 19. Among those present were Mesdames John Merck, Gust Franzen, Duane Corporon, George Hejtmanek, U. S. McMillan, A. A. Penland, C. J. Williams, Gerald Wells, P. V. Corporon, Dean Merck, Bruce Kay, Roy Nelson, Robert Keszler, R. G. Herlin and Mrs. Crawford.
Palacios Beacon, April 16, 1964 |
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James E. Simmons Jr., second-year student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, April 19. Mr. Simmons is a graduate of The University of Texas, where he received his bachelor of arts degree in 1962, and is a member of Delta Tau Delta social fraternity. He is married to the former Kristin Ann Wyatt of Kilgore, and is a member of the First Southern Presbyterian Church of Austin.
Palacios Beacon, April 16, 1964 |
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Wilson Dee Webb, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, April 26. Mr. Webb received his bachelor of arts degree from Bellhaven College in Jackson, Mississippi, and has attended Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. He has served as student assistant pastor at the Central Steele Creek Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. He is a member of the Ensley First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham, Alabama.
Palacios Beacon, April 23, 1964 |
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Ronald Eugene Stevenson, second-year student at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary n Austin will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, May 3. Mr. Stevenson received his bachelor of arts degree in 1962 from Austin College in Sherman. He was a member of Sigma Tau Epsilon fraternity, the Student Court, vice-president of the Westminster Fellowship, and was awarded the Dan G. Lubbock Fellowship to Austin Seminary. He is married to the former Mary Carolyn Self of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and has his church membership in the Second Presbyterian Church of that city.
Palacios Beacon, April 30, 1964 |
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David Ray Black, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, May 17. He received his bachelor of arts degree from Midwestern University in Wichita Falls, and was a member of Alpha Chi scholastic honorary and Pi Gamma Mu social science honorary fraternities. Mr. Black has served as student assistant pastor for three summers in Maryvale, Arizona; Galveston; and Waxahachie. He is married to the former Lynn Chenoweth Schoemaker of Wichita Falls and has his church membership in the Ray Memorial Presbyterian Church of that city.
Palacios Beacon, May 14, 1964 |
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The meeting of the Women of the Presbyterian Church of Collegeport, Thursday, May 14, will be long remembered because of the moving and dramatic presentation by Mrs. Gustave Franzen, Jr. of the most urgent needs and demands on the church today, mentally retarded children and the care of the helpless and the aged. The meeting of these needs, one of the immediate objectives of the Women of the Church, also emphasized the birthday of this organization. Mrs. Franzen’s program was done in the form of a playlet. She was assisted by Mrs. Russell Corporon, Mrs. George Hejtmanek and Mrs. Duane Corporon, who read pitiful pleas from those in desperate need of help, factual and documental, taken from the files of the home which the Presbyterian Church maintains in Louisiana. Mrs. Duane Corporon, who has a deep and burning concern for mentally retarded children, shard with the group a “thank you” letter which she had received in appreciation for Easter gifts she had made and delivered to the class of mentally retarded in Bay City. This letter was signed by the various children, all of whom at one time had been classified as hopeless. Proving that where there is even the faintest spark of intelligence, with patience, understanding and loving care, this spark may be fanned into an ability to learn. Through this skit, Mrs. Franzen brought into focus, the alarming percentage of mentally retarded children born each year. . .also the desperate plight of the aged, the homeless, the destitute, living out their lives in quiet desperation, seeking a refuge, a home, a haven. Preceding this playlet was the usual study as outlined in the workbook, subject, “The Wonders of Creation” as given in Psalms 8, 10, 29, 104, 108, with Mrs. Fred Law as moderator, who emphasized that “The whole universe is seen as the theatre of God’s glory.” The coffee hour which followed was preceded by the business meeting conducted by the president, Mrs. R. L. Corporon. Hors d’oeuvres, sweets, coffee and Cokes were served by the hostess, Mrs. John Merck Sr. The napkins used in the serving of refreshments were of emerald green, blocked and lettered in black, and made for the occasion by Mrs. Dean Merck, who also made a flower arrangement featuring yellow blossoms and bells of Ireland, echoing the yellow and green of the maps featured in the skit. Among those present were Mesdames E. A. Mixon, R. L. Corporon, Dean Merck, Bruce Kay, John Merck, Jr., Gust Franzen, Gustave Franzen, Jr., George Hejtmanek, Russell Corporon, Roy Nelson, Gerald Wells, P. V. Corporon, Duane Corporon, J. Merck, Sr. and children, Kenneth Kay, Lamar Kay, Cheryl Hejtmanek and Terri L. Franzen.
Palacios Beacon, May 28, 1964 |
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The Presbyterian Woman of the Church of Collegeport held its regular monthly meeting on June 11 at the Cockburn farm home, on Tres Palacios Bay, whose rooms were decorated for the occasion with baskets sprayed pale green and holding large arrangements of white oleander. Assisting the hostess were Mrs. Gerald Wells and Mrs. John Merck. Presiding over the meeting was the president, Mrs. R. L. Corporon. The moderator for the day, Mrs. Fred Law, departing from the usual format of questions and discussions of the prescribed study, presented the liturgical Psalms 15, 24, 115, 118, 134 as they were chanted and intoned hundreds of years ago. Mrs. Law gave to each member of the group a certain role: priest, soloist, worshiper outside the temple gates, or within the temple. These stirring liturgies were performed by the circle in all their beauty and moving solemnity. A soloist, in the imagined crowd, read certain assigned verses, the priests within replied, then the procession of priests within sang out “Who Is the King of Glory” and those assigned to roles of the crowd, responded “The Lord of Hosts, He is the King of Glory,” and in this manner the liturgical Psalms were studies in all their stirring beauty and solemnity. Mrs. P. V. Corporon, representative for the monthly emphasis, the work of the nine general fund agencies, and her thorough and accurate presentation of facts and figures was made interesting by the illustration she used in demonstration, a large and amusing piggy bank drawn by her talented son, Larry. Following the business session, refreshments were served in the dining room, consisting of fruit punch, coffee, several dips, party sandwiches and petit fours. The petit fours were made by Mrs. Duane Corporon, a young lady of great talent and imagination. Each delicious petit four was swirled and festooned in white icing, encircling tiny bunches of purple grapes with pale green leaves. Among those present were Mesdames U. S. McMillan, R. L. Corporon, P. V. Corporon, Duane Corporon, Dean Merck, E. A Mixon, John Merck, Russell Corporon, C. J. Williams, Gustave Franzen, Guy Delaney, Gerald Wells, Roy Nelson; guests, Miss Shirley Jurek and Mrs. Eugene Corporon and the three hostesses.
Palacios Beacon, June 25, 1964 |
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Thursday, Sept. 10, was the appointed meeting of the Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport. This meeting was held at the farm home of Mrs. P. V. Corporon, who was hostess for the day. Mrs. R. L. Corporon served as president for the last time of her elected term of 1963 and 1964. Mrs. Fred Law was moderator for the day’s discussion of the final study of the prescribed Psalms, 1-34-37 and 119, known as the Wisdom Psalms. An interesting and animated discussion arose from the study of Psalms 37. The writer of this Psalm was confronted with the problem, which today confronts each of us, and has perplexed mankind from time immemorial, namely, “Why do the wicked prosper, while the righteous bear the burden of suffering and privation?” The writer in this 37 Psalm wrestles with the problem at such depth that religious students the world over unite in declaring this the masterpiece of the entire book of Psalms, known as the Psalter. It was noted that the early Christians used this Psalm as a regular part of their daily worship. Psalm 119 wrote finis to the year’s study of Psalms and it was fitting that this study closed with a quote from Calvin who says of Psalms, “All the sorrows, troubles, fears, doubts, hopes, pains, perplexities, stormy outbreaks by which the hearts of men are tossed, have been here depicted to the very life.” Mrs. George Hejtmanek was the representative of the Monthly Emphasis of Christian Teaching and gave an outline of the Presbyterian study of its responsibilities in Christian teaching, and outlined the program for the coming year. Following the business meeting, the guests were served coffee, chilled drinks and cake. Among those present were Mesdames Fred Law, Russell Corporon, George Hejtmanek, R. L. Corporon, Roy Nelson, Gust Franzen Sr., Gustave Franzen, Gerald Wells, Dean Merck, John Merck and the hostess, Mrs. P. V. Corporon.
Palacios Beacon, September 24, 1964 |
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The Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport met for its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, October 8, at the Gus Franzen country home, with Mrs. Gus Franzen and Mrs. George Hejtmanek as hostesses. The meeting was called to order by the incoming president, Mrs. George Hejtmanek, efficient, self possessed and gracious, another proof that this is indeed the age of progressive youth, and so long as the youth of our nation is channeled into the many and varied activates of our churches, the morals and safety of our nation is assured. Following the call to order and a prayer. Mrs. Dean Merck assumed her role as moderator. The subject for the day’s study and discussion was an introduction to the study of Ephesians, which will be the subject for each successive meeting during the coming months. Stress was placed on the apparent lack of unity among professing Christians, a lack of unity as reflected on the world scene and here in the United States; in the church, in the home. This broken unity has plagued mankind since the beginning of biblical history. It is most certainly not a new conception from a study of Genesis, we learn that even in the garden of Eden, man found himself out of harmony with God, with his environment and out of harmony with his wife. And because of the present discord in the entire universe, the church summons us, as individuals, to further God’s plan in bringing unity in the world, thereby bringing back to the church “The Glory that has departed Israel.” Mrs. Bruce Kay presented the monthly Emphasis on Church Extension and Stewardship and evoked a lively discussion on the various ways in which the rural church might more fully participate in active stewardship in spite of seeming limited opportunities due to sparsely settled communities of some suburban areas. The finis to a pleasant and profitable afternoon was written in the richly paneled dining room with its gleaming silver and sparkling crystal providing a luxurious setting for the buffet serving of the refreshments. Mrs. Madison, charming and vivacious, was a guest of the circle. Among those present were Mesdames Russell Corporon, P. V. Corporon, John Merck, George Hejtmanek, U. S. McMillan, Gerald Wells, R. L. Corporon Bruce Kay, Gust Franzen, Gustave Franzen, A. A. Penland, Dean Merck and Miss Margaret Holsworth.
Palacios Beacon, October 22, 1964 |
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Joe Tom Sheeler, senior student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 25. Mr. Sheeler attended Texas Christian University in Fort Worth and the University of Texas, where he received his bachelor of arts degree and was awarded a scholarship for Outstanding Senior. He has been fellowship chairman of the Northeast Presbyterian Youth Council, regional coordinator of the merger of the United Campus Christian Fellowship organization of Oklahoma and Arkansas, and youth and choir director of the Presbyterian Church in Pryor, Oklahoma. During the summer of 1961, Mr. Sheeler was student pastor at the Highland Park Presbyterian Church of Dallas, and served as student assistant minister in the Trinity Larger Parish, First Presbyterian Church of Bowie, Texas, this past summer. He is a member of the College Hill Presbyterian Church in Tulsa.
Palacios Beacon, October 22, 1964 |
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Louis W. Adams, second-year student at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastor at the Palacios Presbyterian Church next Sunday (Nov. 15), and Joseph A. Rice, a senior student, will preach at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church. Adams, a graduate of Texas Christian University, was a member of Alpha Chi honor society and the political science honor society while in college. Before entering the Seminary, he was a navigator in the U. S. Air Force. During the past summer, he served as resident student chaplain at the Huntsville State Prison. His church membership is in the Oakhurst Presbyterian Church of Fort Worth. Rice received his bachelor's degree in mathematics and physics from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, with honors in physics and membership in a national honorary mathematics society. He spent the last summer in clinical training at Austin State Hospital, and has been elected secretary of the Austin Seminary student body. Before entering the Seminary, Rice was an engineer and member of the technical staff of Teas Instruments in Dallas. He is married and has three children, and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Dallas.
Palacios Beacon, November 12, 1964 |
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John Sharp Pyles and William Guy Delaney, second-year students at the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, will be guest pastors at the Palacios and Collegeport Presbyterian Churches, respectively, on Sunday, March 7. Pyles received his bachelor of arts degree in 1950 from Southwestern-at-Memphis, and has also studied at South Texas College in Houston and Midwestern University in Wichita Falls. Before entering the Seminary, he operated and owned a paint and hardware company in Little Rock, Arkansas, and served two years in the U. S. Navy. Pyles his wife, the former Ardys Marie Marlin of Popular Bluff, Missouri, have two children. Delaney [at left] is a graduate of Texas A&M University, where he received his bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering. He was employed by Signal Oil & Gas Company and Sinclair Refining Company in Houston before entertaining the Seminary, and served two years in the U. S. Army. Delaney is married to the former Charlotte Van Hoy of Eastland, and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Pasadena. He was student pastor of the Collegeport Presbyterian Church last summer.
Palacios Beacon, March 4, 1965 |
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The Presbyterian Women of the Church of Collegeport held their Circle meeting Thursday, October 12th, at the home of Mrs. Gustave Franzen. A spacious home in a setting of rolling acres, its affluence attesting to the thrift and endless hard labor of its owners, a family of second generation Americans who are doing much to make this, the richest and most powerful nation in all history. The Circle met in humble gratitude that Collegeport was spared the devastation and destruction wrought by the recent Hurricane Beulah upon neighboring communities. For Collegeport may well weep with those who have lost much, having known so often first hand the unbelievable horror and havoc of hurricanes. The Circle members, and their guests, met Thursday as farm women who take pride in being known as “Farm Wives.” Wives of men who daily work in tilling the good earth and bringing forth an abundance of rice and cotton and cattle, to satisfy the needs in hand with God. And we pray that we may learn more and more to see in the lightning’s flash, the rush of wind and the roar of many waters, the handiwork of almighty God. At 2:30 the meeting was called to order, by the moderator, and after prayer, Mrs. P. V. Corporon, opened the study and discussion of the topics as outlined in the work book, namely “The Holy Spirit” and “Third person of the Trinity.” And the quotes from the New Testament, “The Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost” and “these three are one God,” brought about lively and animated discussion, due in great part to the varied religious backgrounds and diverse religious faiths of those present. We differed much in the little things, but in the great woman’s heart of us all, we were as one. All agreed that the Holy Spirit does abide constantly with those worthy to receive it. The fruit of the Spirit being “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, forbearance.” From this meeting came a determination to re-dedicate ourselves so that our Christian lives may be a bright and shining answer to youth’s query “Is God Dead?,” and that they may come to realize that the life of a Christian is the greatest adventure of all. Reports of the district meeting were given by Mesdames Ida Mae Franzen, Dorothy Merck, P. V. Corporon and Dorothy Corporon. The Circle regards as a signal honor the appointment of Mrs. Janice Corporon one of our youngest members, to the office of President of the Presbyterian Women of District One. After the business meeting, refreshments were served buffet style and consisted of “hors d’oeuvres,” old fashioned pound cake iced in pink frosting, coffee and cold drinks. Among those present were Mesdames P. V. Corporon, R. L. Corporon, Russell Corporon, Dean Merck, Gerald Wells, R. L. Wells, Fred Law, George Hejtmanek, Fred King, C. J. Williams, Larry Ellis, John Madison, Gus Franzen, A. A. Penland, and Misses Kim Corporon, Sarah Ellis, Wesley Earl Franzen, Terri Lyn Franzen and the Reporter.
Palacios Beacon, October 19, 1967 |
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Vacation Bible School was held at the Collegeport Presbyterian Church July 7 through July 11 from 3 to 5:30 p. m. A program which culminated the week’s activities was presented Sunday at 10 a. m. Mrs. Gustave Franzen, director, wishes to thank all who helped in any way to make this a successful Bible School. Our appreciation goes to those responsible for a really fine Vacation Bible School, Mrs. Franzen, director; Mr. Duke Kilgore, minister; Mrs. Gerald Wells, Jr., refreshment chairman; teachers, Mrs. Glenn Jurek, Mrs. Russell Corporon, Mrs. Duke Kilgore, Miss Nancy McMillan; pianists, Mrs. R. L. Corporon, Mrs. Jesse Derrick; helpers, Miss Linda Corporon, Miss Sandy Dabelgott, Miss Sylvia Schimek and Miss Carolyn Corporon. The average daily attendance was 34. The study centered around the Church and the Bible. During the week the children discovered more of the exciting story of how God’s word has been made known through the church since the beginning when there was only a tiny group of Jesus’ followers. The telling of God’s word to people in our own world presents many difficulties and problems, and depends as always, on the power of God’s spirit working through the church.
Palacios Beacon, July 17, 1969 |
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Blyth Poteet To Be Guest Minister At Collegeport Sunday
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O. Massey To Be Guest Pastor Sunday At Collegeport Church
