The article entitled, "Peace In The Valley,"
on page 2, was written by Tom W. Butterfield March 4, 1969, almost
40 years ago. I received it recently and sincerely commend it
to all of our readers. We are publishing these words with the
prayer that the peace of God that passes all understanding will
prevail in the Lord's church everywhere, as we all speak the same
thing and are perfectly joined together in the same mind and in
the same judgment. 1 Corinthians 1:10. Brother Butterfield died
in 1994, after many years of faithful and effective gospel preaching.
He, like Abel of old, being dead, yet speaks, and his work continues.
Hebrews 11:4.
The Pennsboro church of Christ is busy planning
and preparing to host the 2007 West Virginia Christian lectureship
September 9-12. Read their listing of topics and speakers in this
issue. I pray you are making plans to attend. Several fine lectureships
are coming up in our area. These are excellent opportunities for
concentrated study, fellowship, and edification.
We are thankful for all of you who subscribe to
and read the paper. Our circulation last month was 2,684. Our
prayers and efforts continue for 2,800. We need your help. Albert.