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3 Important Questions (open access)

3 Important Questions

Handwritten narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on Psalm 42 and related text from other Psalms. There is handwritten text on the back of the last page: "Bethlehem, Bonham 11 AM 9/15/63."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
50th Year with Christ: Celebrating its Jubilee, 1966. Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church (open access)

50th Year with Christ: Celebrating its Jubilee, 1966. Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church

Program booklet commemorating the jubilee anniversary of Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas, including statements and biographical information about church leaders, text describing the church history, the order of services held August 28, 1966, members of church groups, memories and remembrances of congregants, and advertisements from local businesses.
Date: 1967
Creator: Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Biography of Dr. Warren Sidney Brent, 1897-1966 (open access)

A Biography of Dr. Warren Sidney Brent, 1897-1966

Autobiographical narrative describing the life of Dr. Warren Sidney Brent, a Baptist minister who served at six churches in Texas. It provides background about his life, education, family, and work. It also includes the text of several sermons.
Date: August 28, 1968
Creator: Brent, Warren Sidney & Kirk, Irene Collins
Object Type: Book
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Cause & Cure for Insecurity (open access)

The Cause & Cure for Insecurity

Handwritten narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on Luke 10:27, discussing insecurities. There is handwritten text on the back of the last page listing churches with locations, times, and dates.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
"Devotion and Emotion" (open access)

"Devotion and Emotion"

Narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on Mark 12:30, which is printed at the top of the page (King James translation) regarding the nature of love and devotion.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
Dwelling To Close To Sodom (open access)

Dwelling To Close To Sodom

Handwritten narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on Genesis 13:10-13, discussing Lot and the city of Sodom. Some text is written on the back of blank, pre-printed forms labeled "Milner Hotel Statement" with lines for charges.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Flyer Featuring Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Choir] (open access)

[Flyer Featuring Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Choir]

Flyer featuring a group portrait above the text, "Compliments From The Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Senior Choir" and a list of officers. The choir members are all wearing dark-colored robes, posing in three rows inside a room.
Date: unknown
Creator: Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Funeral Program for Bishop Johnson Bradford Jr, June 30, 2007] (open access)

[Funeral Program for Bishop Johnson Bradford Jr, June 30, 2007]

Funeral program for Bishop Johnson Bradford Jr. The funeral was held June 30, 2007 at Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church, officiated by Reverend Lelious A. Johnson. Funeral arrangements were made through David Clayton & Sons Funeral Home.
Date: June 30, 2007
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Funeral Program for Elzora Adams Kindred, February 12, 1969] (open access)

[Funeral Program for Elzora Adams Kindred, February 12, 1969]

Funeral program for Elzora Adams Kindred, died on February 6, 1969. The funeral was held on February 12, 1969 at Mount Horeb Baptist Church, officiated by Reverend B. J. Bradford Jr. Funeral arrangements were made through Lott's Mortuary and she was buried in Lincoln Memorial Cemetery in Dallas, Texas.
Date: February 12, 1969
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Funeral Program for Paul E. Castle, June 14, 1957] (open access)

[Funeral Program for Paul E. Castle, June 14, 1957]

Funeral program for Paul E. Castle. The funeral was held June 14, 1957 at MT. Horeb Baptist Church, officiated by Reverend S. G. Gooden. Funeral arrangements were made through Hill Funeral Home and he was buried in Lincoln Memorial Cemetery in Dallas, Texas.
Date: June 14, 1957
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Funeral Program for Warren Sidney Brent, May 28, 1967] (open access)

[Funeral Program for Warren Sidney Brent, May 28, 1967]

Funeral program for Warren Sidney Brent. The funeral was held May 28, 1967 at Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church, officiated by Reverend B. J. Bradford Jr.
Date: May 28, 1967
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History
"Happiness is Not an Inalienable Right" (open access)

"Happiness is Not an Inalienable Right"

Narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on Matthew 13:44, which is printed at the top of the page (King James translation), with handwritten underlining in red and notes at the end of the text.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Invitation for Youth Choir Banquet, 1973] (open access)

[Invitation for Youth Choir Banquet, 1973]

Invitation printed on a plain, cream-colored card with a raised border. Text: "Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church Youth Choir cordially invites you to a Benefit Banquet / Friday, June 22, 1973 / Seven-thirty in the evening / Sheraton Kiest Motor Inn Room / 321 West Kiest / Dallas, Texas / Reservation $8.00 Reservation call: 352-3565."
Date: 1973
Creator: Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
Jesus Needs a Welcome to [Our] City (open access)

Jesus Needs a Welcome to [Our] City

Handwritten narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on Matthew 8:34. There is handwritten text on the back of the last page listing churches with locations, times, and dates.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
John's Vision of the Church (open access)

John's Vision of the Church

Description and analysis of a Bible text based on Revelations 1:12-16, which is included at the top of the page (King James translation). The text outlines the various analogies and symbols used in the verse in four parts: I. The Figure to which the Church is likened, II. The Quality of the Church, III. The Numerical Description of the Church, and IV. The Visibility of the Church is stated.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
Let us Raise the Standard (open access)

Let us Raise the Standard

Handwritten narrative text regarding the nature of "standards' along with a fable about strength in numbers. There is handwritten text on the back of the last page listing churches with locations, times, and dates.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Paul E. Castle - June 20, 1955] (open access)

[Letter from Paul E. Castle - June 20, 1955]

Letter from Reverend Paul E. Castle, the pastor at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church written to congregants discussing an upcoming "Home Coming Program" for members "scattered abroad".
Date: June 20, 1965
Creator: Castle, Paul E.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from W. J. Durham to Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church - September 18, 1958] (open access)

[Letter from W. J. Durham to Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church - September 18, 1958]

Letter from W. J. Durham to Reverend W. S. Brent and Trustees at Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church discussing a check for $100 to be applied to an outstanding balance.
Date: September 3, 1965
Creator: Durham, W. J.
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History
"The Ministry of Reconciliation" (open access)

"The Ministry of Reconciliation"

Handwritten narrative text and analysis of a Bible story based on II Corinthians 5:18, which is included at the top of the page (King James translation). The text discusses different kinds of estrangement and reconciliation.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History
Misplaced Values (open access)

Misplaced Values

Handwritten narrative notes regarding a story from Matthew 19:16-22 about a rich man who wanted to get into heaven.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Text
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Mount Horeb Ground-Breaking]

Reproduction of a photograph labeled "Ground Breaking" with a close-up view of a man at left holding a shovel with a small amount of dirt, and a large group of people standing in a semi-circle around the the spot, watching. A building is partially visible behind them. A copy of the Greater Mount Horeb congregation photo is on the back.
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History
Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church: Usher's Directory (open access)

Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church: Usher's Directory

Directory for ushers at Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church listing the name, address, phone number, and birthday for each person, along with the schedule of service, annual days by month, and a list of churches and presidents.
Date: 1978
Creator: Mt. Horeb Missionary Baptist Church
Object Type: Pamphlet
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Mount Horeb Senior Choir]

Photograph of the choir at Mount Horeb Baptist Church, wearing light-colored robes with dark-colored stoles, posing in a semi-circle around a piano and several wooden chairs. One choir member is standing in the front, with her right hand on the piano and a man wearing a dark-colored suit, identified as Rev. Paul Castle is seated in the front on the right side of the image. A lectern is partially visible on the far left side of the image and a portion of a religious painting depicting the baptism of Jesus is partially visible on the wall behind the choir.
Date: [1946..1988]
Creator: DeWitt Studio
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Mount Horeb Ushers]

Photograph of the ushers at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church posing together on a stage. The men are wearing suits and the women are wearing matching dark-colored, long-sleeved dresses with light-colored gloves and large decorative brooches or corsages over the left breast. There is a pulpit in front of them, in the center of the stage as well as a baby grand piano partially visible at right, below the stage, and an upright piano at left, along with several folding chairs. A painting depicting the baptism of Jesus is partially visible on the wall behind them, with the text of a Bible verse.
Date: [1946..1957]
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Photograph
System: The Portal to Texas History