Catherine Dower

Minister's Wife, Maryland

Let's Try It!

MY HUSBAND and I were asked to hold meetings in Hartford, Connecticut. I was to hold some cooking classes and give food demonstrations following a Stop-Smoking Clinic conducted by the pastor and Dr. Agatha Thrash. My husband was to conduct an evangelistic revival series. . .

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By His Side

Dear Shepherdesses: In my mind's ear I can hear the strains of "Silent Night, Holy Night" and "O Come, All Ye Faithful" ringing out on the night air as our people carol for missions during this holiday season. I know it is a busy time for us all Ingathering, evangelism, church duties, families to care for, and the extra excitement of seasonal festivities. . .

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By His Side

Dear Shepherdess: In the Garden State Shepherdess newsletter Lois Albers, a minister's wife in Hackettstown, New Jersey, shares her thoughts on mixed blessings. She says, "Are you ever confused a bit about your blessings? I am. Part of me is so glad, so really grateful about the many blessings I have. But another part of me is ashamed for taking so many wonderful things for granted— and even worse—for complaining about my blessings. . .

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Easy Does It

Plan-ahead foods for a carefree summer. . .

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A Thank You and a Welcome

Four and one-half years ago Mrs. Dollis M. Pierson, wife of our General Conference president, at our request assumed the responsibility of writing, collecting, and editing material for the women's section of The Ministry—By His Side. She spent many long hours in get ting this section on a solid foundation. . .

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