1 Corinthians 15:44 "It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a spiritual body." + 50 " Now this I say, brethren, That flesh and blood can not enter the kingdom of God: neither doth corruption inherit incorruption." We will again take a writing from the great Apostle Paul for a message that should remove all fear concerning the death of our flesh and blood body.

Have you noticed all the food items on grocery store shelves with labels that say "Natural", "Organic", "Local", and "Free Range"? Often these food items have a higher price tag than their traditional counterpart. It can be very confusing shopping. One third of all new food and beverage products launched in 2008 made "natural claims"

The children and house parents at Cherokee Home for Children were treated to dinner out and a Christmas party in Fredericksburg last week. Jeremy and Sheila Suggs spent Thanksgiving day with Doug and Cyndi Suggs. On Friday Doug and Cyndi Suggs went to Fredericksburg to visit Jeremy and Sheila and Sheila’s mother and go to Market Platz to see the Christmas Pyramid and Christmas tree lit.

Paul was on his way to Rome. The ship he was on was not able to withstand the storm and it broke apart when it hit a reef. Those who could swim were told to do so as they were near an island. Others grabbed anything that would float and made their way to shore.

40 Years Ago December 3, 1970 The annual Pancake Supper and Poultry Sale, sponsored by San Saba County Chamber of Commerce, will be held Tuesday evening, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. in the San Saba High School Cafetorium, according to Barney Sullivan, chamber manager. Immediately following the supper, the Poultry Sale of prize birds from the 4-H and FFA Poultry Show, will begin.

Still no rain up our way and we sure do need it. We were absent with the newsletter last week because there simply was not any news. I spent last weekend with Lanell Parson and family in Bangs. It was fun watching little Hannah and her new kitten. Marilyn Suber celebrated her birthday on the 19th by having the knee replacement surgery as planned.

We had a wonderful thanksgiving with all the friends and family and food and time together. We were so blessed but it got real interesting in meal preparations around our house. Everyone had to help or was given a certain job or assignment. I remember walking through part of the house and into the kitchen and seeing someone working on a task and others, maybe two or three working together on a particular project.

Reading Recommendations: The Cailiffs of Baghdad, Georgia, a novel, Mary Helen Stefaniak. Narrator Gladys Cailiff is eleven years old in 1938 when a new school teacher turns Threestep, Georgia upside down. A well traveled young woman, Miss Gracie Spivey believes in field trips, Arabian costumes and reading aloud from her ten-volume set of The Thousand Nights and a Night.

To the Editor, With regard to the Richland Springs ISD bond election on November 2, 2010, which failed by 11 votes, I offer the following. Some of the proponents of the measure either were being disingenuous or simply were no informed fully about the tax ramifications of the bond measure. The contention that those taxpayers aged 65 and over would not experience a tax increase is true - BUT that is only part of the truth. Generally, if the bond elec ...

If you read any of the columns I wrote last year around this time, then you know I am the Ebenezer Scrooge of hand-crafted gifts. Before you are too hard on me, remember that I am primarily a knitter and a quilter and those are the gifts I am reluctant to make for others.

Fiction The Killing Storm by Kathryn Casey You Better Knot Die by Betty Hechtman Stern Men by Elizabeth Gilbert Jr. F. The Ugly Truth by Jim Kinney Night Star by Alyson Noel Non-Fiction Simple Times Craft by Amy Sedaris Chocolate Wars by Deborah Cadbury

Well we are very thankful for a safe and nearly uneventful Thanksgiving holiday weekend. We had neither fatality, nor any serious motor vehicle accidents during this holiday weekend here in San Saba. We also had very few arrests over this weekend as well. I was very glad to say that we did not have one DWI arrest this holiday and only 6 or 7 alcohol related citations were issued by the Sheriff's Office.

The weather was windy Wednesday until night fall, then Thursday it was on the cool side and Friday sunny but cool and Saturday it was down in the twenties, but warmed up after the sun came out. All in all it wasn’t just a bad week except there was not a drop of rain which is still badly needed. The home of William and Jane Clark was a beehive of activity this past week.

In a land of make-believe, I’d refer to Mort as a "foster uncle," with hope that he might soon be adopted, taking his opinions, suggestions and cockamamie schemes along to "bless" some other family. I was down to my last nerve a few days back, and my 98-year-old uncle down in the thicket stepped on it.

I had to get up and check the calendar to see if the date was correct. How in the world did we get to December so soon? I’m sure someone, somewhere, is skipping months and brainwashing us into thinking the year is almost over. I know; it’s the wind. It has blown so hard, for so long that it sped time up and we lost some days.

The last thing any property owner wants to pay for is damage caused by feral hogs. An increasing menace to urban societies, feral hogs destroy lawns, parks and even golf courses, and they are life-threatening hazards to Texas drivers. That damage, coupled with the extensive destruction to crops, fencing and other property, costs urban and rural Texans an estimated $400 million in damages each year. Decreasing feral hog numbers in Texas is critical to the well-being of much more than ...

It has been said, "The one who sings prays twice". Christians who love to sing the message of the Christ child during this holy season are joining together to present a gift to the community in two different places. For the second year in a row, members of churches around San Saba and Cherokee are practicing the same music in separate locations, yet joining together to make a beautiful and joyful sound on Sunday, December 12th and Sunday, December 19th. First United Methodist Church ...

On Wednesday, December 15th, the students in Religious Education will perform "A Christmas Legend." The performance will start at 6:00pm in the church and will last about thirty minutes. Parents are asked to bring a covered dish and participate in a fellowship meal in the hall afterwards. We have had a great fall and look forward to having a wonderful new year!! Los padres de los niños en clases de educación religiosa, el miércoles, 15 de diciembre, los estudiant ...

When I started this project, my intent was to compile a team of all-time players. From talking to people and coaches, it soon turned into a list of great players. The game of football has changed so much from the 1930s when Dean Bagley played to the modern game of Gary Gant, Jack Whitten and Tucker Cromer.

Marc William Cade was born November 1, 2010. He weighed 7 pounds 12 ounces and was 21.5 inches long. Parents are William and Brooke Cade of Jamestown, Ohio. Maternal grandparents are Brad and Gina Pickey; maternal great grandfather is Paul Hickman, and great grandmother, Flora Farmer, all of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Little boys are so much fun, we thought we’d have another one. Aurelius Andrew Pafford arrived on November 11, 2010, 7 pounds, 12 ounces, 19 inches long. Waiting with open arms, Parents, Conrad and Sonja Pafford and big brothers,Tristen, John Tyler and Xander Atreyu.

Joseph Raydean Wright was born November 16, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, TX to Rusty and Tiffanie Wright. Joseph weighed 8 lbs. 5 ozs. and was 19 3/4 inches long. He was welcomed home by big sister Lillian. Maternal grandparents include Phil and Gay Gagner of Tucson, AZ and Mick Mobley of Odessa, TX.

Fellowship of Christian Women's Luncheon will gather TWO WEEK'S EARLY next Thursday, December 9th in the San Saba First United Methodist Chruch Basement at 11:30 a.m. Ladies in their 40's will be treated and others may bring Christmas Holiday foods. A nursery can be available for preschoolers if you phone Sharon Hayes at 372-5683. Each church has an opportunity to participate with a Christmas song, poem or story for the Christmas program.

The youth and children of the First United Methodist Church have been hard at work preparing for this year’s Christmas Pageant. This Sunday, December 5 th, at the 10am worship service, the children will present the Christmas story. A stunning backdrop of animals and angels sets the scene for the twenty-four plus member cast all dressed in costume finery.

The next GED Test at Gatevsille High School will be given December 7 and 8. Individuals wishing to take the test at this time, must complete registration sometime between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. on December 1. Be prepared to spend 30 minutes to an hour when registering. You need to bring with you a current state or federal photo ID, Social Security Card, and $65.00 fee for the test.

There will be no stated meeting for San Saba Lodge No. 612 during the month of December. The stated meeting conflicts the annual communication of the Grand Lodge of Texas, which will be held in Waco December 2nd, 3rd and 4th. The next stated meeting of the lodge will be in January 2011.

The San Saba Scottish Rite Club will hold it's quarterly meeting on Thursday, December 9th at the lodge hall in San Saba. A meal of baked ham will be served at 6:30 PM and the stated meeting will begin around 7 PM. Members are asked to bring a complimentary covered side dessert.

The recent cold fronts and resulting cool spells have surely been good reminders of what ol’ Man Winter might be like this year. I seem to recall that some of the earlier prognostications back in the summer forecast a milder winter than normal this year, with being a bit more wet.

The "Take a Child Hunting" program of Operation Orphans, Inc. had 45 girls from eight Texas children's homes come to Camp Gene Ashby to enjoy a deer hunt November 20. This was the second hunt of the 2010-2011 season. Homes bringing girls hunting were Texas Baptist Home, Round Rock; Texas Pythian Home, Weatherford; Boys & Girls Country of Houston, Hockley; Children's Home of Lubbock, Lubbock; Cherokee Home, Cherokee; Presbyterian Home, Waxahachie; Hughes Foster Home, San Angelo; and Boys ...

The San Saba Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD), with technical assistance from USDA’s Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) and financial assistance from the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) has recently completed maintenance work on nine flood control dams in San Saba County. The 81st Texas Legislature appropriated funds to the TSSWCB for operation and maintenance and structural repair.

Delores Sue Williams, age 62 passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 in Brady.She was born December 12, 1947 to Milton Raymond and Daisy Jane (Fox) Morris. Delores married Johnny Dale Williams on August 5, 1966 in Brady and they had two children; Angela and Johnny Ray. She enjoyed working with her plants and flowers.

James Wyatt Jr, 65, of Richland Springs, TX, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2010 at Central Texas Medical Center Hospital in San Marcos, TX. James was born January 6, 1945 in Menard, TX, to James Wyatt Sr. and Edna Chadwick Wyatt. James and Rhonda Boldt were united in marriage on February 13, 2005 in San Saba, TX.

Juan Antonio Martinez, 79, of Goldthwaite, TX, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at his home. Juan was born September 4, 1931 in Linares, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Julian and Celia Cardona Martinez. Juan lived in Mills County most of his life, was a farmer/rancher, and was also a member of the Catholic Church. Juan was survived by two brothers, Genaro C.

Linda Sauceda passed away November 23, 2010. She was born in Seminole, Texas, February 18, 1960, the daughter of Juan Sosa Sr. and Gloria "Salinas" Reasoner. Linda is survived by her husband, Tommy Sauceda of Taylor, TX; 2 sons, Santana Pena of San Angelo, Texas and Malachi Sauceda of Taylor, TX; 2 daughters, Celia "Sally"

Students and staff arrived back Monday, rested from the Thanksgiving holiday. There are only three school weeks left in the first semester. The last day of school for the semester will be Friday, December 17 The Richland Springs’ 4-H club under the guidance of Valerie Gossett held their monthly meeting on December 1st after school.

The Richland Springs Coyotes escaped Moody Field with a much deserved win over the Calvert Trojans last Friday night and a Final Four spot in the State Six-man Division II Tournament. The highly anticipated matchup between the two powerhouse programs lived up to its’ billing and will be rehashed by the old-timers and the six-man loyalists for years to come. At a casual glance of the score, it appeared to be a horse race or a track meet, with both teams scoring at will.

The JV Lady Dillos have had a very busy schedule the past couple weeks, but thanks for Thanksgiving, the girls were able to get a nice little break before we get ready for another busy couple weeks heading into the Christmas break. Before the Thanksgiving break the girls’ played in the Hill Country Classic here in San Saba and got second place in the JV division.

The San Saba Lady Dillos captured two wins before the Thanksgiving break and took a well deserved hiatus from the basketball court. We played six games in six days. All I know is that we were about ten miles outside of Blanco the other night and the bus was "quiet as a mouse".

November 23, 2010 San Saba Coleman 1st 9 8 2nd 7 7 3rd 5 8 4th 7 4 Total 28 27 San Saba Individual Scores Will Cooley- 9 pts - 3FG 3FT Garret Welch- 8 pts - 1FG (2x3) Nick Guerrero- 4 pts - 2FG Emiliano Zapata- 3 pts -1FG Juan Gonzales - 2 pts - 1FG Ridge Smith - 2 pts - 2FT :

November 15, 2010 San Saba Bangs 1st 10 4 2nd 6 9 3rd 5 7 4th 5 4 Total 26 24 San Saba Individual Scores McKenna Maxcey- 7 pts- 1FG;5FT Ashlyn turner- 6 pts- 2FG;2FT Tori Bauerschlag- 9 pts- 4FG;1FT Hailey Osbourn- 4 pts2FG Great Team effort! : November 22, 2010 San Saba Bangs 1st 13 3

Many folks think that the University Interscholastic League (UIL) predominantly provides guidance and rule making only for sports. But, what most people do not understand is the rule making authority they have when it comes to academics. Most people know that the UIL requires students to be "eligible" to play sports; this is also known as "no pass, no play".

San Saba ISD will have 2 upcoming EARLY RELEASE DAYS. On Thursday, December 9, 2010 the DISTRCT, all campuses will observe an early release with buses running at 12:45 pm. This date is an Optional Flexible Day for San Saba High School and San Saba Middle School. As well, San Saba Middle School will be hosting the 6AA UIL Academic Contest on this date.

Today’s grandparents do much more than bake cookies. Sixty-eight percent of grandparents see a grandchild every one-to-two weeks and eighty percent of grandparents talk on the phone with their grandchildren at least once every few weeks. According to a national survey conducted in conjunction with the 2000 Census, there are 4.5 million grandparent-headed homes with children under 18 and another 6.1 million grandparents live with and share parental responsibilities for their grandchildr ...