The Chalice

From the Pastor's Pen

Rev. Dr.  Paul H. Saddler    

 Today, we give God the Glory for his wisdom and guidance.  God never fails to lead us into the paths of  righteousness as his love encourages and sustains us toward his eternal  promise .His faith is everlasting.

 In the fall of 2007, the Lord blessed Twelfth Street Christian Church with the four phases of “Vision Divine."  This powerful vision was given  by the Spirit of the Lord.  Vision Divine is  a call for renewed  vitality and growth, a new and improved image, wider and increased visibility in our  immediate community  and a renewed and revised  ministry of  community service.  When we look back over the last four years, we count it as joy as we testify of  the  miraculous changes and growth we now celebrate.  Our obedience to God's vision  remains the key to our success.  At times, our success endured some skepticism and doubt, however,  the results of Vision Divine speaks for itself, absolute!.  Our obedience has  been  tried, tested, and proven to be the key  to our survival and ultimately, our  success.  There is no limit to what God can do when we act within his will.

Beloved, to add to our good news, we  welcome back in circulation, THE CHALICE, the authorized newsletter of TWELFTH STREET CHRISTIAN CHURCH.  We give God the glory for His eternal message of truth and the rewards he gives to those who put their faith and trust in his blessed word.  The Psalmist says, "The Lord is faithful to all His promises and loving toward all he has made." (Psalm 145:13b)  God gave our founders a  vision some 96 years ago. Today, we build on that divine promise. God does not change and certainly, he will remain faithful and will never forget us.  The same love and guidance he shared with those who  strove and persevere  before us, still endures today. Thank God for “VISION DIVINE."  

Paul Monteiro Visits

A Reward for Diligence

 On January 28, 2010, Twelfth Street Christian Church presented rewards to students at William Lloyd Garrison Elementary  School who excelled academically by increasing their grades and proficiency standards in math and reading. Each student received a $5 gift for their success.  Pastor Saddler spoke to  approximately 100 students and praised them for their worthy efforts as "today's scholars."  Presiding Elder Vandy Miller stressed the importance of remaining focused on academics as the key to their future success.  The awards were provided by the generosity  of Twelfth Street Christian Church and Pastor Saddler presented awards  individually as  Elder Miller, Deacon Sylvia Miller and Elder Lucy Ward congratulated each student.  Principal Rembert Seaward shared his deepest gratitude to Twelfth Street Christian Church for having such committed interest in Garrison students.  Congratulations Twelfth Street for answering the call to service at Garrison Elementary School!            

Pictured: (L)Students with Rev. Saddler, Elder Vandy Miller, Elder Lucy Ward, Deacon Sylvia Miller, and Principal Seaward.(R) Pastor Saddler and Elder Miller and one  award recipient.

 Ways and Means by Jarrod Johnson

The Ways and Means committee would like to thank our church family for stepping up to the plate when asked to go above and beyond. We look forward to sponsoring more events such as the New Years Eve Black Tie Extravaganza.  A wonderful time was had by all that attended. If  you have not had the chance, please stop by the bulletin board downstairs and view the pictures that are posted. If you have any suggestions, the committee is always willing to listen with an open ear.   Jarrod Johnson, Editor