1. MATTHEW 24:24 “ For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall show great signs and wonders; in so much that, to seduce if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect. (This probably describes the false rapture theory as seen very often.)2. Mark 13:22 “ For false Christs and false prophets, shall rise and show signs and wonders to seduce if it were possible the elect.” 3.

Hello San Saba loves, Patches here and I thought I would give you a whole new perspective on life. Instead of looking through Lindy’s window today, you guys will see the world through Patches’ vision so get ready for a little fun. Hey, you over there, you need to bend down a little more because you are still way too tall.

Who influences what your child’s eating habits are the most? You. In some ways that is scary. How good are your eating habits? Do you want your children or anyone for that matter following your example. One of the 10 tips Nutrition Education Series of My Plate is on being a role model for children.

Each summer Wayland teaches a rope course at camp. He does not teach how to make a knot or to lasso an animal, though I am sure he could. I have never been on a course but there are great lessons he teaches. Some of the things he does are low to the ground and some are higher.

60 Years Ago September 11, 1952After an extended drouth, the rain began to fall on Tuesday morning and continued slowly throughout the day and night. San Saba county received 2 1/2 to 3 inches of moisture and it continues cloudy and threatening.The Tommy Brook Ranch of San Saba has entered 15 head of Aberdeen - Angus in the Aberdeen - Angus Show of the 1952 State Fair of Texas, Oct.

We are sure in need of a good rain. Some is predicted for later in the week. There will be no community meeting this month due to the rodeo workers appreciation supper on the 15th. On October 20th we will have another gospel singing instead of a community meeting. Mark your calendars and plan to attend.

Reading Recommendations: 102 Minutes, The Untold Story of the Fight to Survive Inside the Twin Towers, Jim Dwyer and Kevin FlynnAt 8:46a.m. on September 11, 2001, 14,000 people were inside the twin towers, reading e-mails, making trades, eating croissants at Windows on the World. Over the next 102 Minutes, each would become part of a drama for the ages, one witnessed only by the people who lived it, until now.Of the millions of words written about this wrenching day, most have been from the ...

Proverbs 14:23: "All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty."Winston Churchill once asked an author if he wrote every day. The man responded that sometimes he had to wait for inspiration."Nonsense," replied Churchill, "go to your room every morning and write for four hours." The writer asked what one should do when de did not feel well or words simply would not flow."You've got to get over that,"

2 Pedro 2:1-13 Pero hubo también falsos profetas entre el pueblo, como habrá entre vosotros falsos maestros, que introducirán encubiertamente herejías destructoras, y aun negarán al Señor que los rescató, atrayendo sobre sí mismos destrucción repentina. Y muchos seguirán sus disoluciones, por causa de los cuales el camino de la verdad será blasfemado, y por avaricia harán mercadería de vosotros con pal ...

I know, I have it all backwards. Spring is the season of renewal with the daffodils blooming and Easter eggs and baby bunnies and all, right? Yes, Spring brings renewal in nature, but to me Fall is the season of renewal. I would bet that many share that feeling. The most obvious example of Fall renewal is the beginning of the new school year.

The Ladder-backed Woodpecker is among the more common Hill Country birds, yet this diminutive woodpecker lives with little fanfare and attention. You are more likely to hear the male's "whinny" cry as he and his mate search for beetle larvae in dead or infected trees before you see him. Their call note is a sharp "pick."Birders can often rely on the name of a bird to have a good clue in helping to identify him.

There is really nothing that can be said about the weather except for the cool mornings that we have enjoyed for the last couple of days, but if we don’t receive some rain before too long there is not going to be any green weeds or grass for this coming fall and winter.

It’s early Sunday morning and I can’t imagine a more perfect day. This is one of my more enjoyable days here in beautiful Texas. The air temperature was crisp and refreshing and I wake so refreshed after a cool night. I don’t have to worry that it will be freezing cold during the day; we are supposed to have low 90’s this week.

Last week I was walking in a small pasture which was difficult because of the thick woods and heavy underbrush. To my surprise I came upon a stand of small trees with fruit on them. It was hard to get to them because all the other non-fruit producing trees had almost covered them up.

It is a privilege to announce a book signing of Mike Millican's book, “DOWN the ROAD and around THE BEND.” The book signing will be held at Millican Pecan Company,1101 W. Wallace Street, San Saba, Texas on Saturday, September 15th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.Mike grew up on a ranch in the Colony Community located in San Saba County,Texas.

Something funny is about to happen! San Saba’s First Baptist Church is excited to announce an entertaining evening open to the public featuring comedian Jeff Allen. Jeff Allen is regularly heard on XM Radio, Jones Radio Network, Focus on the Family, and locally on 99.3 KPSM. The event is in conjunction with National “Back to Church Sunday”, part of a national movement of churches across America as an initiative that is “Inviting America Back to Church.” It seeks ...

Terah Sealy has been named September Employee of the Month at Pecan Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation.Terah grew up in Richland Springs and attended Richland Springs School. She has two children, Aubrey who is 5 years old and McKenna, 15 months. Terah enjoys playing with her girls and reading stories to them and she likes to watch reality TV and loves fishing but doesn't get to go as often as she would like.Terah stated that she loves working with the residents at Pecan Valley because they ...

More than 10 million Americans become victims of identity theft each year, as crooks steal names, Social Security or credit card numbers and use them to commit fraud or other crimes. That personal information is as good as gold to criminals and they will go to any means to get it.It is amazing to many Americans to learn how easy it is to obtain the needed information without even breaking into a house.

Alpha Naomi Cobb and Joe Roy Ragsdale became newlyweds on September 15, 1962. On September 15, 2012 they will be married "50" years so they will officially become oldlyweds. On Sunday, September 16, 2012 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Father's House they will be honored with a reception.

Robert B. Parker’s Fool Me Twice - Michael BrandmanLast to Die - Tess GerritsenTrickster’s Point -William Kent KruegerZoo - James PattersonDelusion in Death - J D RobbGone - Randy Wayne WhiteThe Last Victim - Karen RobardsThe Inn at Rose Harbor - Debbie MacomberTaming the Wind - Tracie Peterson

At 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, members of the San Saba Garden Club gathered for the first fall meeting at the Garden Club House in Mill Pond Park. Our special guests and program for the afternoon were the ‘Traveling Trunk’ team, presenting “Is Water Our New Gold?” Leading this ‘trunk team’ were Mikie Bishop and Celia Bell.

The Sharon Club met for a salad supper on September 4, 2012, for their first meeting of the year with Jymmie Linzey, President, presiding. Phyllis Silver served as hostess and Glennetta Sanderson was co-hostess. Gaylee Smith, Program Chairman, described the programs for the coming year. At the conclusion of the meeting, the members gave Dorothy Gage a surprise Birthday Party.

The Daughters of the Republic of Texas will recognize Texas military heroes on September 18 with Texas Heroes Day. The DRT has designated the day to honor and preserve the memory of the volunteer soldiers who died defending the Republic of Texas and her independence, and to pay tribute to the men and women of the military, both past and present, who serve Texas.

San Saba – Texas Outdoor Family, a Texas State Park family camping program, announces a family camping workshop at Colorado Bend State Park on October 27th to teach families the basics of camping and enjoying the great outdoors. The program offers low-cost weekends to help families “unplug” and reconnect with nature and one-another.

Receipts totaled 2077 on Thursday with no sale being held in Mason on Monday due to the Labor Day Holiday. The tone on Thursday was very strong on a choice offering of calves and yearlings along with a large number of weaned cattle which were in high demand. The stocker steers and heifers sold steady to $2.00 higher after last week’s $15.00-$20.00 increase.

Dorothy Mae Gatliff Duncan, 78, of San Saba passed away on Sunday, September 2, 2012. Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M . at The Father’s House in San Saba. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at 10:00 A.M. at The Father’s House in San Saba.Dorothy Mae Gatliff Duncan was born on November 10, 1933, to Clifton Edward and Gertie Trucella Gibson Gatliff in Spur, Texas.

Juanita Faye Gage, age 90 passed away August 31,2012 in a local nursing home.Juanita was born February 22, 1922 in San Saba to Arnold Lynn and Mary Elizabeth Rogers. She is survived by one son, Jimmy Lynn Gage and wife, Sharon of Mullin; daughter, Juanice Gage of Temple; a grandson, Floyd Ray Gage of Killeen and two great-grandchildren.

Mary Lucille Whisenant Ellis, 93, a lifetime resident of Sloan Community in San Saba, Texas, passed away surrounded by loved ones at her ranch home September 10, 2012.Mrs. Ellis was a descendent of Texas pioneer families, born to Elmo Volney and Alice Susan Woods Whisenant on August 6, 1919. After graduation, she visited with her sister in California.

Prudencio R. Coronado, age 75 of Lampasas, Texas died Monday September 3, 2012 at Rollins-Brook Community Hospital. Prudencio was born April 28, 1937 in San Saba, Texas the son of Roman Prudencio Coronado and Hilaria (Ramirez) Coronado. He married Mary Lou Gauna on April 6, 1968. Prudencio was a wood worker, and a fence builder.

Riley “Ronnie” Fulcher, 64, of Crane, passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2012 at his home.Rosary was held at 7pm on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at the Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home Chapel in Crane. Funeral services were held at 10am on Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at the Funeral Home. Arrangements were under the care and direction of Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home of Crane.Ronnie was born on February 4, 1948 in San Saba County, Texas.

Pictured above are some of the members of the San Saba Junior High and High School Girls Basketball Teams that played in the Summer Basketball League. The league was held in San Saba at Armadillo Arena. Teams from around the area including Cherokee, Richland Springs, Lometa, Brady, Goldthwaite, Llano, and Mason played in three levels consisting of JH , JV& Varsity.

The 5th and 6th grade Armadillos opened up their football season with a dominating win over the Lampasas Badgers 32-0. A stingy defense mixed with a brutal running game made for a big win. On the defensive line this week where: Cameron Hayes, Efrain Patino, Daniel Herrera, and Mauricio Rodrigues.

Thanks to everyone for supporting our Dillo and Lady Dillo Cross Country teams this past Wednesday, and congratulations to all the runners for their great effort. I would like to also thank everyone for their support at our JV game (see article) and our Varsity game (see article) this past week vs.

The San Saba Armadillos escaped Longhorn Stadium in Early last Friday night with a 20-17 win. A 21-yard field goal by Rodney Ortiz with 2:03 left in the 4th quarter proved to be the margin of victory. Early drove down the field after the kickoff but ran out of time deep in San Saba territory to preserve the win.Early won the toss and deferred to the second half.

In last week's edition, the first winner of San Saba Band Boosters' "Best Seat in the House" contest, Michelle Hensley's guests should have been identified as Alvino and Lisa Valdez.

A child has only one shot at an education. Parent support and involvement is crucial at both school and at home. This week is the end of the first 3 weeks of school. Three-week notices will be sent home next week. Please look for notices concerning your child and contact your child’s teacher as necessary to ensure your child is successful.

Please pardon the interruption in coverage of the Richland Springs football program. Unscheduled business and family matters had this reporter on weekend road trips to the Midwest and California as well as Houston and numerous jaunts to the MetroMess in the last few weeks. The Richland Springs Coyotes kicked-off the season with dual scrimmages against Zephyr and Rochelle, and the following week against 2011 Division I champion Throckmorton, and a third ranked Division I team from Valley.

Name: Magali Estrada Instrument: Flute (Section Leader) Grade: 10th Grade Reason for Honor: Magali has yet to be late or absent from any rehearsals. She is the perfect example of a punctual student!

Name: Sarita Vega Instrument: French Horn Grade: 9th Grade Reason for Honor: Sarita has high expectations for herself and her fellow band members. She has shown exemplary leadership!

FRIDAY, September 14, 2012 SAN SABA @ Ballinger - 7:30 pmCHEROKEE vs. Richland Springs - 7:30 pm RICHLAND SPRINGS @ Cherokee - 7:30pmFRIDAY,

I have heard of Christmas in July but I have never heard of Christmas in September. I have now seen Christmas in September. We were very nice to Early and gave them an early Christmas. We lost to them 30-26 because we gave up four big play touchdowns.At times we played very well and at times not so well.

The San Saba Ladies Golf Association met September 5, 2012 for the monthly business meeting with the following members present: Sandee Hartley, Debbie Lee, Hattie Rogers, Dorothy Sterner, Jo Ann Snow, Jo Anne Hardy, and Anita Miles. President Anita Miles called the meeting to order and called on Hattie Rogers to open the meeting with prayer.

The 3rd and 4th grade Little Dillos struggled to run the ball against a very strong Lampasas Badger defense this past week at Rogan Field in San Saba. With little running success, the Little Dillos turned to the air and thrilled spectators with a number of pass completions by Risien Shahan to Ryan Mathis, Logan Glover, and Brighton Adams.

PTC had its first meeting of the school year this past week. Officers were elected and they are: Perry Covington, President; Keith Davis, Vice President; Victoria Tedder, Secretary; and Kaci Morrison, Treasurer. Individuals and families are encouraged to join PTC. I’ll speak as a teacher and a parent when I say our PTC is a great organization that works hard for our students and campus.

September 11 - Richland Springs 4-H Club Meeting at 3:35 in the school library.September 18 - Sticks & Strings Project Meeting at 4 p.m. at Rylander Library.September 18 - San Saba 4-H Club Meeting at 5:15 p.m. at Rylander Library.September 18th - Cherokee 4-H Club Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Cherokee Home Library.September 22 - 4-H Food Fun Day at San Saba ISD’s Homemaking Building at 9 a.m.

On Wednesday, September 5 at 2:00 pm, the sun was high in the sky, the temperature was 105 degrees, the wind was still and over 200 athletes from 7 school districts and more than 20 community volunteers were at Mill Pond Park preparing to run and help organize the San Saba Invitational Cross Country Meet.

Parents with children between the ages 0-and 5 years of age were given backpacks filled with books and reading activities last Tuesday at San Saba’s elementary cafeteria. The opportunity was made available by the Texas State Literacy Grant. San Saba was awarded the Texas Literacy Grant in February 2012. All thirty-six backpacks were given away.

WHAT: Stripes Convenience Stores kicked off its 3rd annual 4-H fundraising campaign on Monday, September 3rd, 2012. The 4-H and Youth Development Program is a recognized leader in developing life skills, empowering youth and volunteers, and facilitating effective partnerships to create capable and responsible citizens.WHY:• As part of its commitment to children’s health and education programs, Stripes is proud to support the 4-H program and hopes this year will be the biggest fund ...

San Saba ISD will be holding New Substitute Training on September 25, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. This training is for those wanting to substitute for the first time or for those who have not been though the substitute training in the past. The training will be held at the San Saba High School Cafeteria.

School districts across the state and the nation implemented a concussion management policy last school year and were required to further revise that policy in the 2012-2013 school year. At the regular monthly meeting of the SSISD Board of Trustees, the Board reviewed the policy and was informed of the concussion management oversight team.