1 Chronicles 17:4-5 "Go tell David My servant, Thus saith the Lord, Thou shalt not build Me a house to dwell in." + "For I have not dwelt in a house unto this day; but have gone from tent to tent, and from one tabernacle to another." 1Corinthians 3:16-17 "Know ye not that you are the Temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?"

Have you noticed anything new in the laundry detergent aisle? If you really look, you will notice a number of liquid laundry detergent containers that are smaller than they used to be. These detergents still pack the same punch when it comes to cleaning clothes. The Soap and Detergent Association gives the following information on concentrated detergents. Concentrated laundry products – also referred to as "ultra"

It is a subject of much controversy and heated debates today. You can find people with varying opinions and many strongly dedicated to their opinion. It is the question of the sexual roles of men and women. The Question for Christians is what does the Bible say? When God first created man, He made them male and female and said it was good.

Where do you turn when life tumbles in on you? Sometimes we turn to our friends. These are people who love us and are willing to help us. Sometimes they are able to give us great comfort. At other times, however, the advice they give is not what we need. Two examples of this are Jonathan and Jonadab.

We have had more winter weather this past week. It has been rainy and cold with a hard freeze predicted for tonight (Monday). We were sorry to hear of the passing of Rusty McPherson last week. We send our sympathy to his family. We were so shocked Sunday afternoon to hear of the passing of our friend, Wilma Lee.

Reading Recommendations: The Lacuna, Barbara Kingsolver. Born in the United States, reared in a series of provisional house- holds in Mexico, from a coastal island jungle in 1930s Mexico City, Harrison Shepherd finds precarious shelter but no sense of home on his thrilling odyssey. Life is whatever he learns from housekeepers who put him to work in the kitchen, errands he runs in the streets, and one fateful day, by mixing plaster for famed Mexican muralist Diego Ri ...

Wilberforce felt the slave trade ought to be abolished in England. Alone, and against bitter opposition, he began his campaign to free the slaves. Just when he was about to give up, John Wesley sent him this Bible verse: "If God be for us, who can be against us?" Inspired by God's word, he went on to victory. Has God called you to a task?

Does each day greet you with an unwelcome chill? Do your circumstances frown? Here is some perspective. Look ahead in hope. Because of God’s work within your heart, you confess "the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us"

Valentine’s Day started out really nice at noon the temperature was in the high 60’s and by 1:00 p.m. the dark clouds started forming and by 2:00 p.m. the temp had dropped down to the 40’s and with the wind it seemed colder than that. It was reported that the temperature for February was an average of 8 degrees lower than usual, which wasn’t any big surprise to all of us around the Bend. Bad Bob’s Bend Store reports that some nice catfish and some large ...

The Olympics are in full swing, and I’m loving the action! I have a ton of cousins in Vancouver. I hope they are enjoying the games in person. Like other Canadians, I was sweating the lack of snow. Vancouver is not known for snow. Mind you, once you get into the mountains there is plenty of snow.

Estate, death or inheritance tax - no matter what you call it, this tax is an important issue to Texas farmers and ranchers. If not properly addressed, this tax can threaten the family business when family members pass away and leave the land to a new generation. In a 225-200 vote, the U.S.

The Bend-Chappel Extension Education Club meeting was held Monday, February 8, 2010 with president Mary Jane Dennis presiding. Everyone welcomed new member Shannon Evans. Shannon lives at the Colorado Bend State Park. A nice thank you letter was received for the Christmas gifts that were given through the Dove Project. The recipients were very grateful for everything and wanted the club to know how much they were appreciated. There are several projects coming up that ...

Andrea Beth Pesek was born on January 30, 2010 at 10:55 am at Hill Country Memorial Hospital in Fredericksburg, Texas. She weighed 6 lbs. 14 oz. and was 20 inches long. Her parents are Jason and Katie Pesek (formerly Katie Crenwelge of San Saba, Texas) of Fredericksburg, Texas. She has one sister, Cecilie Pesek, who is 2 years old. Grandparents are Cecil and Lois Crenwelge of Fredericksburg, Texas, formerly of San Saba, Texas and Andrew and Jane Pesek of Hallettsville, Texas.

If you have type 2 diabetes, you know there are so many medicines available to help you manage your diabetes. You may be taking quite a number of them. A common question is, "Why do I have to take so many pills and shots every day—it costs so much, especially when you add the cost of strips to test your blood glucose!" Diabetes is a terribly expensive disease.

Although Julian is a man of few words, (as you will see below), his actions truly speak louder than words, as he has such a big heart, and it shines through with his soothing voice and gentle spirit that brings peace and contentment to all of our residents. He is a wonderful part of our Eventide family. •Largest purchase you ever made?

Ladies of the First Presbyterian Church of San Saba invite the ladies of the county to the Fellowship of Christian Women's Luncheon to be held February 25th. The luncheon will be held in the church's Fellowship Hall at 11:30 a.m. Ladies in their eighties and up will be treated and everyone else is asked to bring a covered dish to share around the serving tables as fellowship is enjoyed. A nursery can be available if you call Sharon Hayes in advance.

Area local pageant queen Janene Alcalar, age five, was recently filmed by TLC Toddlers and Tiaras and will air on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 9 p.m. on TLC. The episode will show Janene preparing for the Universal Royalty Nationals in Austin, Texas. The episode will show all the tasks that Janene goes through to prepare for pageants as well as all the wardrobe, coaching, make up, hair and cost associated with pageants. Janene has won multiple titles since joining the page ...

Our resident's hearts were full of love as they celebrated Valentine's Day on Friday! The dining room was packed with residents, as well as some family members, and was decked out with festive decor, as they listened to love songs from the 40's and 50's era, as they ate their bright pink cupcakes with lots of sprinkles and had red punch! The much anticipated title of King and Queen of Hearts was announced, and the honor was bestowed upon Pete Sewell and Cozett Tyler. ...

Jim and Sue Harkey of San Saba celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 13, 2010 at a reception given by their children, Gordon and Cathryn Harkey of Brownwood Texas; John and Tammie Shea, of San Bruno, California; and Jarvis and Christi Harkey of Miami, Oklahoma; and their grandchildren, Riley Moore, of Austin, Texas; Tyler and Hanna Harkey of Brownwood, Texas; Trey Marshall and Mikayla Harkey of Miami, Oklahoma. The reception was held at the Martin and Frances Lehnis R ...

The Pierian Study Club met February 11, 2010 at the stately elegant home of Bebe Bagley with the Membership Committee and Telephone Committee, Susie Nettleship, Clione Rochat, Sharon Clawson, Zolly Jones, and Geanne Taylor, serving as co-hostesses. The following members were also present: Ann Allison, Donna Baker, Paula Barrier, Loy Nell Behrens, Millie Burnham, Barbara Gilger, Barbara Hardy, Kathleen Hawkins, Jeri Jones, Cherry Kay Lange, Joycelyn McRorey, Anita Miles, Dorothy Mille ...

During the past several KPAS seasons, the local presenter of world-class performing arts has brought to Kerrville the big bands of Artie Shaw and Glenn Miller! Each event has offered an opportunity for the audience to re-live the Golden Era of the Big bands in an era filled with a tradition of music that can be enjoyed by everyone! To expand this musical experience into a multi-dimensional production, the American Big Band Show will add singers and dancers to the standard big band fo ...

It looks like we’ve gotten the Ground hog out of the way as well as the lil’ Cupid fellow that makes us buy flowers, cards, & candy, and all the memorable Presidents as well. We are most certainly still serving our term of winter, and lots of places in the pastures are still too treacherous to transverse.

Receipts totaled 486 head and were limited for the week due to the rain that fell throughout the area. Packer cows sold $4 higher while packer bulls sold $3 higher. Feeder steers were selling $2 to $5 higher and feeder heifers sold steady to $2 higher. Stocker steers and heifers sold steady in a strong market. Steers: choice lightweight calves 112-121, choice medium weight calves 107-119, choice heavyweight calves 100-108.50 Heifers: choice lightweight calves 92-115, choice m ...

Abigail T. Najar, age 94 and lifetime resident of Llano, passed away on Friday, February 5, 2010. She was born on March 31, 1915 in Michoacan, Mexico, to Otilia and Jose Talancon. She married Catarino G. Najar, October 5, 1936 in Llano, Texas. She was the oldest member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church and former member of the Llano Chamber of Commerce.

Rumaldo J. Martinez, 71, of San Saba, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2010. He was born June 21, 1938, in San Saba County, Texas, the son of Doroteo Martinez and Socorro Jimenez. He is survived by his wife, Emmalinda Martinez of San Saba, Texas; his son, Rumaldo Huron Martinez Jr.

Wilma Marie Krause Lee, our special angel, made her peace with the Lord and went straight up to heaven. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, February 18, 2010 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brownwood, Texas with Rev. Msgr. Benedict Zientek officiating. Interment will follow in Cox Cemetery under the direction of Davis Morris Funeral Home.

The 5th/6th grade Dillos have gotten off to a 6-0 start in the 2010 basketball season. Team members include Yason Aguirre, Brendon Bush, Wyatt Deans, Carter Eden, John Faught, Logan Guidroz, Holt Oliver, and John Welch. SAN SABA 34, LLANO MAVERICKS 17: With only a 12-9 halftime lead, the Dillos would come out in the third quarter and outscore the Mavericks 15-4 to blow the game wide open and take a 27-13 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

On Tuesday, February 9th the Armadillos traveled to Coleman. The Armadillo came out on top, but not before making it a little too exciting for me. The Dillos opened up the first quarter taking the lead 13-9 with three field goals by Ryan Pannell and three by Tucker Cromer. The Dillos increased their lead in the second quarter 29-19 with field goals by Clayton Perry, Braden McBee, Chance Gotcher, Ryan Pannell Tucker Cromer and one 3 pointer by Luke Cox.

The District 29 champion Richland Springs Coyotes (16-1, 11-0) secured the top seed from the district and a bye into the area round of the playoffs with Friday’s 56-41 victory over the Eden Bulldogs. The Coyotes played their last district game at Richland Springs gym at 6:30 this past Tuesday.

Catherine Hodge and Ashley Pruitt, both sophomores at San Saba High School sold the most boxes of candy during the sophomore class fundraiser. Both girls worked very hard and sold seven boxes a piece. They were rewarded with Sonic cards. Thanks to everyone who bought candy and supported us!

The San Saba Lady Dillos went one and one in hoops play last week. We ended up District with a big win over Coleman and then lost our tie breaker game with Early. We will represent the District as the #2 seed. When this article comes out we will have played Jim Ned in Bi-District.

On Saturday the Boys and Girls Power lifting Teams competed in Brady. Most of our lifters had their best total of the year at this meet and they should be commended for their performances. This was an extremely competitive meet and our kids competed really well and for that we are proud of them.

The San Saba Tennis Team had a very busy weekend on Feb. 12 and Feb. 13. On Friday February 12 the tennis team traveled to Llano to play in the Llano Invitational Tennis Tournament. On Saturday February 13th the tennis team played Killeen Ellison and Copperas Cove. In the Llano Tournament the tennis team came in second place as a team behind Faith Academy on Marble Falls.

Shelby Hardy was named to the Dean’s List at Sam Houston State University for the 2009 Fall semester with a 3.76 GPA. To be named to the Dean’s List at Sam Houston State, a student must earn a minimum grade-point average of 3.50 while carrying a class load of at least 12 semester hours.

The calf scramble was held Tuesday, February 9 at the San Antonio Livestock Show & Rodeo. 4-H and FFA youth competed for $800 certificates to purchase breeding animals to exhibit in the 2010 San Antonio Junior Livestock Show. Twelve certificates were awarded last night to those who caught a calf. The first place winner was awarded a Platinum scholarship worth $1,000. The platinum winner was Stephen Thornhill of Richland Springs, Texas.

February 15, 2010-This article may be a little dry for some folks, but it covers a very important topic to all of us – property taxes, appraised value and exemptions. At the February School Board meeting, San Saba ISD approved action for San Saba CAD, Director, Randy Henderson to "protest"

HOW TO HOLD A CONVERSATION ABOUT DRUGS WITH YOUR TEENAGER, by Joseph Grenny, author of the New York Times bestseller Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High Our Crucial Conversations - research shows that better skills can decrease conflict, increase influence, and produce more successful conversations with your teen around important issues like drug and alcohol use. Here are some specific skills parents can implement when tackling the topic of ...