HEBREWS 11:6 "But without faith it is impossible to please God" More can be found concerrning faith than any other topic in the Bible. It is so emphasized it cannot escape the attention of any reader. Faith is very important, but it will become all the more important if the reader has a desire to please God.

For many, the holiday season is truly the most wonderful time of the year. It is a time for cross-generational gatherings, when families celebrate old traditions and create new ones. It is a time for sharing memories, and a time for giving to one another and caring for the less fortunate.

Health professionals have been suggesting to us for several years to eat less fat, sugar, and salt and to eat more fiber. These recommendations are reflected in the USDA’s MyPyramid.gov website. One way to help you accomplish them is to alter your recipes. Most people either fail to notice much difference or accept the difference that results when the following changes have been made: Reducing Sugar: For cakes and quick breads: use 2 tablespoons fat per cup of flour.

Robert, Vickie, Brissa and Gunner Baugh went with other family members to Disney World. Doug and Cyndi Suggs had family in for the holiday. Monica and Samual Baisden of Bacliff, Texas; Tiffany Suggs from League City, Texas; Payton and Sydnie Suggs also from League City, Texas, came in on Friday. After stopping by the Cherokee Village Christmas party they all went to visit Jeremy and Sheila Suggs in Fredericksburg Saturday night.

Over the years comedians have been able to keep us laughing. Some of the comedians are very good at doing impersonations. Years ago Rich Little impersonated several people and if you weren’t watching him you may think the person being mimicked was present. He appeared on the Johnny Carson show one evening and was doing some of his impersonations as he spoke.

25 Years Ago December 19, 1985 The Region 6 Public Health Clinic will no longer be held in Richland Springs. The clinic in San Saba will continue each Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 107 N. Harwood. During the past several years, police protection for the city has been provided by the San Saba County Sheriff's Department.

Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. There was a ship ice-locked in Lake Erie. Though the captain of the vessel no doubt had made every effort to run ahead of the freezing waters, they eventually had encompassed his ship and immobilized it. Now he will have to wait for warmer weather or an ice-cutting ship to free him from his predicament. Many people can identify with that ice-bound ship because that is exactly how they feel about their ...

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This week before Christmas has been quite a ride for the Sheriff's Office. We have seen a large number of transports, district and county court, had an inmate in the hospital for three days, and numerous calls for service. I am very proud of the way the staff at the Sheriff's Office has stepped up and pitched in.

A water tower in Ontario, Canada carries a message of love. The announcement, which runs vertically down the 100 foot tower, reads, "Maggie, I love you." Underneath, it's signed, "Andy." God has a Tower of Love. You'll find it on a hill called Calvary. There He wrote in his own blood, "I love you."

Sometimes, we have burning questions or are just curious about something….if you find yourself in this situation regarding San Saba ISD we have an outlet for you. New to the SSISD website is a link called "Ask the Superintendent". This link is provided so that folks can ask me a question they may have about our school district.

This holiday season, while many of us are fortunate to spend quality time with our loved ones enjoying the spirit of the season, there are many children across Texas and the country who are subjected to a much different experience. Child welfare officials and organizations often see a spike in reports of child abuse and neglect during this season, which some studies conclude is a result of the added financial stress of the holidays, more frequent use of alcohol among adults, and children spe ...

Tattoos are popular. People want to have marks on their bodies identifying them with mom or dad, some other person, organization, or cause. There are also earrings, nose rings, ornaments piercing other body parts. The Bible forbids tattoos. "You shall not make any cuts in your body for the dead nor make any tattoo marks on yourselves: I am the Lord"

For the world’s half-empty drink glass holders—and they are legion—Philip Pruitt is 50 years deep into a "dad blame it," tough luck, short straw kind of life. He could understandably whimper, "Why me, Lord?" Wailing through all verses of life’s saddest song could well be his refrain. Instead, this non-descript guy with the demeanor of Goober on Mayberry RFD, determination of Winston Churchill and faith of Helen Keller, takes the high roads.

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope everyone is ready for the big day. Mind you, if you work with the spirit of Christmas, or Christ Mass, then this should be an all year feeling. We should be looking for ways to share God’s gifts in June as well as in December. My daughter and grandson popped in Saturday evening.

The pecans Texans use to make pies and other treats during the holiday season are currently in abundant supply, but with an increasing export demand, pecan growers will soon be challenged to meet consumer demand domestically and internationally. The U.S. Department of Agriculture expects Texas pecan production to total 70 million pounds in 2010, up 10 million pounds from 2009.

Many well-meaning parents think that it is enough to take away car keys at their teen’s parties so the teens can’t drink and drive. Parents provide the alcohol or allow alcohol to be consumed based on the false belief that it’s a rite of passage, especially at prom and graduation parties. The "Parents Who Host, Lose The Most: Don’t be a party to teenage drinking"

General Rules for Youth Fair 2011 th grades. All participants may enter as many entries in each category as they want. No entry fees will be charged. th, on Friday, January 14th from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM and on Saturday, January 15th from Noon to 4:00 PM for public viewing.th grade. 1.

The Bend-Chappel Extension Education Club held its annual Christmas party at the Bend Community Center on December 13, 2010. All the traditional practices were observed, which included welcomed guests, a gift exchange, secret pal revealed and a wonderful meal. A report was given about the charitable activities of the club. Four names have been selected from the angel Tree and gifts purchased.

The West Texas town of Cross Plains was decimated by a massive and deadly firestorm in 2005. Three months later, a similarly-destructive firestorm forced the evacuation of seven communities in the Panhandle. More recently in 2009, another 14 counties — this time in North Texas — faced the same fate. "We just felt helpless.

Eta Omicron Chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma International met December 11, 2010, in the home of Mikie Bishop in San Saba. Present were Lavada McCoury of San Saba and from Lampasas there were Julia Phillips, Carolyn Butts, June Davis, and guest Diane Davis. After a brief business meeting chaired by President Phillips, a round of Chinese gift exchange was played as recorded Christmas Carols filled the room.

On Saturday, December 18, Eventide Nursing Home had their Annual Resident's Christmas Party. It was standing room only, as friends and family filled our home to enjoy food, fun, and fellowship with our residents. The entertainment was festive. Boots Patton and Santa Claus (Harrison Hamer) showed up with bells on, gifts were opened, the Volunteer of the Year was announced, (Sandra Key), and the refreshments were catered by Betty Ann Johnson and were scrumptious. Everyo ...

Sandra Key is a woman of small stature, but don't let her size fool you, as she has a big personality, a big heart and is eager to share all that she has to offer to our residents. Sandra is more than a volunteer. She has become like family to residents, employees, family members and visitors alike.

Reading Recommendations: Her Daughter's Dream, Francine Rivers, the dramatic conclusion to Her Mother's Hope Growing up isn't easy for little Carolyn Arundel. With her mother, Hildemara, quarantined to her room with tuberculosis, Carolyn forms a special bond with her Oma Marta, who moves in to care for the household. But as tensions between Hildie and Marta escalate, Carolyn believes she is to blame.

The next GED Test at Gatesville High School will be given January 11 and 12, 2011. Individuals wishing to take the test must complete registration some time between 5 and 7 p.m. on January 5. 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 fee for the test.

Several months ago a deputy's patrol truck was vandalized while parked at his residence. A lead was attained this past week and two individuals were questioned concerning this case. The questioning of the suspects lead to the recovery of the stolen property and the pending arrest of the two individuals invloved in this theft.

There’s something about Christmas that has always brought dreams of all that I longed and hoped for. And it seems I’m not the only one who’s had Christmas dreams. Clara dreamed of her Nutcracker Prince coming to life. Children had visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads. And others dreamed of home and a white Christmas.

We might be wondering if you were surprised as I was that ol’ man Winter was ushered in only a couple of days back? Heck, what with the sub-freezing mornings we’ve been experiencing the past few weeks, seems as if the season changed right after Thanksgiving. Speaking of Thanksgiving, seems like we might have some Turkey & trimmings left over in the freezer, and here we go, thinking of fixing some more of the same for Christmas dinner.

Receipts totaled 2465 head for the week. The market remains very active with packer cows selling $2 higher and packer bulls selling $1 higher. All classes of calves and yearling sold steady. In conjunction with the regular sale, the TBBA held a Brangus bull sale selling 50 bulls averaging a little over $2000 with the top selling bull selling for $5000.

Dora Hunt, 99, of San Saba, TX passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Eventide Nursing Home. Dora was born on January 30, 1911 in Moshine, TX to George Washington Hunt and Alice Parks Hunt. Dora was a very well known person around the San Saba area. She was a seamstress, so therefore did alot of sewing for the people of San Saba County.

Dr. James (Jim) Russell Saunders, Jr., age 92, retired veterinarian, died December 11, 2010. Jim was born in San Marcos, TX on February 27, 1918 to James R. and Minnie Maud Donahoe Saunders. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Dorothy Claudine Eisenhauer and brother, John Thomas Saunders and former wives, Betty Doran Saunders and Dorothy Schram Saunders. Jim is survived by is wife of 21 years, Velma Rehmet Saunders; seven children, Joellen Howle of Arlington, TX; James Ru ...

Glenn Edward (Eddie) Knight died on December 12, 2010, at his home in Cibolo. He was 68 years old. A ten-year cancer survivor, Eddie was a kind, generous and outgoing man who loved his family and especially his two grandsons. Eddie was born on August 5, 1942, to Beverly Stone Knight (and Glenn Edward Knight who died prior to his birth), in San Saba, Texas.

San Saba Coleman 1st 0 9 2nd 4 12 3rd 10 9 4th 4 13 Final 14 43 San Saba Individual Stats: John Faught: Total pts.4 Holt Oliver: Total pts. 1 John Welch: Total pts. 1 Logan Guidroz: Total pts. 2 Yason Aguirre: Total pts.6

San Saba Coleman 1st 2 3 2nd 7 0 3rd 2 2 4th 5 2 Final 16 7 San Saba Individual Stats: Romiro Coronado: Total pts.1 Omar Argote: Total pts. 2 Roy Argote: Total pts. 1 Emiliono Rocha: Total pts. 4 Ricky Villa: Total pts. 6 David Valencia: Total pts.2