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There's An Answer (by INorniaii Vincent Pealc and _ Ruth Stafford IValt*} Women Preacher*? Q. I need some answers about women preachers. Is it right, according to the Scriptures, for them to be head of a church? A. We believe that it is right, and are not aware of any valid conflict with Scripture. The fact that preaching has, historically, been almost altogether a function of men does not mean that there is any reason why a woman may not also perform this function. • „ Doesn't Fear God Q. I am a 76-year-old retired man, active in my church and have believed in God all my life. There is one thing that puzzles me. In the Bible one very frequently sees the admonition, "Fear God." I know God loves us, but I find it very difficult, if not impossible, to fear one who loves me. I do stand in awe of all of His creations. Can you explain it to me? A I never liked the phrase, "the fear of God." And after much study and thought I believe that what it really means is a profound respect for God. Love and respect go together much better than do love and fear. Dlflflcalt to Like an Alcoholic Wife Q. I thought I was a good and considerate husband during 18 years of marriage, but my wife thought I was not. We discussed things only in anger at the tops of our voices. Her way of coping with my bad habits was with alcohol. Now she has joined AA and is not drinking. I have realized through Alanon that my actions were not in the best interests of a mature and happy marriage. But now my wife is distant and very unloving to me. I still love her, but sometimes I find it very difficult to like her. Is there anything I should do or say to improve the situation? A. You have written a very significant phrase: "I still love her, but sometimes I find it very difficult to like her." Understanding is very important. An alcoholic can be acutely sensitive and often there is a carry-over of unhappy attitudes even when the individual becomes "dry." Patience, thoughtfulness, esteem and loving concern should in time mitigate your wife's conflicting emotional holdovers. If there is something you would like to ask Dr. and Mrs. Peale to discuss in this column, write to them in care of Box 500, Pawling, NY, ,12564. If you would like to talk directly with a Prayer Partner, call Prayer Line (212) 532-2700. Reduced long-distance rates are in effect nights and weekends. Consumer Problem In New Energy Proposal Past 65 No Help For Unlisted Number The U.S. Department of Energy is considering a new rule governing the distribution of petroleum products that could create hardships for consumers, according to Frank Beal, director of the Illinois In­ stitute of Natural Resources. The proposed rule defines a process - "Downward certification" - in which the monthly supply of gasoline given to a wholesale marketer would be reduced if any retail gasoline station served by the wholesaler should close down. The downward cer­ tification would occur im- m e d i a t e l y a n d automatically. It then would be up to the refinery or oil company from which the wholesaler purchases fuel to determine where to distribute the unclaimed gasoline. "The overall demand for petroleum products rarely, ByCarlRiblet, Jr. Question -- "How can I find someone whose only connection to me is an unlisted telephone number that I have lost?" -- David B. Answer -- Once upon a time Bell system operators would contact the unlisted phone subscriber to learn if he or she wanted to talk with the inquirer. Not any morel Bell says its operators will not contact an unlisted number for any reason except great emergency, because it would be an in­ vasion of privacy. Look which pot is calling the kettle black! The Bell system is notorious for invading the privacy of its employees by monitoring employees' phone conversations. But there is another way David can attempt to find his friend. He can go to the post office and ask for help. In smaller cities the Postal Service has sometimes helped to locate people who receive mail and are known to them. Question -- "You wrote that people over 65 should pay tax on all income except SS. That's unture. We don't have to file until the income exceeds $6,400. You had better write a correction. " -- K.O.D. Answer -- K.O.D. is right and I will. An error was if ever, decreases for any given geographic area within Illinois and...the closing of retail sales outlets is primarily indicative of a shift in demand patterns from one supplier to another within the same geographic area," Beal noted in a letter to the U.S. Department of Energy. 'made in an attempt to simplify. If oneof a couple is over 65, the couple must file a tax return only if inncome, after deductions, is $6,400 or more. If both are over 65, then an income tax return must be filed only if the income is over $7,400. Question -- "My doctor limits me to one egg every other day. I boil it for five minutes. When I peel it, chucks of the egg meat come off with the shell. I read that's because the chickens aren't fed right. What can an old lady do to get an egg that is peeled, yet whole?" -- Adele H. Answer -- I asked a restaurant chef who then parted with his peeled-egg secret. Adele should take a thumb tack or heavy sewing needle and gently pierce the large end of the egg. Then boil it. The little hole will allow gas in the egg to escape while boiling. After boiling, she should plunge the egg into cold water and then peel. The shell will come off easily and the meat of the egg won't stick to the shell and be pulled off in chunks. It works! I tired it. Question -- "I am 30 years old, a real estate broker dealing in resort-retirement property with an jinterest in Weather Information 344-3100 REGISTER TO WIN *150.®° OF BEEF TWO DAYS ONLY FRIDAY & SATURDAY FEB. 29 & MARCH 1 Watch the Jenn-Air Grill-Range in action. See what good taste is all about. The amazing Grill-Range that does so many things so well is being demonstrated at your Jenn-Air dealer. See steaks sizzle up plump and juicy on the Char-Flavor grill. Watch chickens and roasts turning golden brown on the rotisserie, while eggs and pancakes cook to perfection on the non-stick griddle. The Jenn-Air demonstration will show you how to roast meats faster, juicier, and at lower temperatures. And you can see how easily Jenn-Air's convertible cooktops slip in and out--great for clean ups as well as cooking! What you won't see, though, is all the smoke, grease and odors that are whisked away by an exclusive built-in surface ventilation system. vJE NISI-AIR Seeing is believing at your Jenn-Air dealer. Demonstration Date: SATURDAY, MARCH 1 Time: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M. Serving th* McHonry Arwa for ov«r 50 Yocire CAREY APPLIANCE 1241 North GrMn St. MS-SSOO McHenry, II. helping the elderly plan for retirement property. Do you feel there is need for my service and could you help channel my interests into real service?" -- Dennis M. Answer -- Since Dennis is young, almost a kid to us elders, and a licensed real estate broker, he must have easy access to information from real estate sources that will help him better than I can. At any rate, I don't get involved in money making schemes. Question -- "I am 62, a widow and retired Army nurse, and bored. I do all the things such as adult education, bingo, visit my children and grandchildren once in a while and listen to gossip by the widows at the adult housing couples where I live. The gossip is mostly back-biting and I am sick of it. For years I've worked among men and I am not geared to this kind of life. Where do I meet men - even a pen pal? I am not especially marriage- minded. Freedom is great." -- Elizabeth P. Answer -- If Elizabeth wants to meet men she must go where men are in good supply -- unmarried men. They aren't so easy to uncover at 62. The best places might be a 60-to-70 singles club, parks, Golden Age meetings and gatherings where elderly citizens go to play games, read, dance, work at hob­ bies, and meet others. Many PAGE 3 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, BIRTHS Tim and Cindy Dobrovolny, 5004 W. Bromley drive, McHenry, announce the birth of a 7 lb. daughter, Lindsay Anne, born Feb. 16 in the McHenry hospital. The maternal grandparents are Reverend and Mrs. Walter Korsrud, Osseo, Wis., and the paternal grand­ parents are Mr. and Mrs. George Dobrovolny, Lawton, la. Mrs. Minna Dobrovolny, of Omaha, Neb., is the paternal great grandmother. Chuck and Vickie Martina, Jr., 8905 Oriole trail, Wonder Lake are the parents of a 7 lbs. 8oz. boy. Steven Michael was born at McHenry hospital Feb. 14. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Don of them are widowers, and attractive. (Many letters ask pointed id troubled questions about ^ell-by-mail . insurance companies that specialize in policies for the elderly. The answers will be given later. Meantime, make it a firm policy never to buy special insurance by mail without first getting the advice of someone locally who is in the insurance brokerage business; Someone you know and trust. . Williams, Sarasota, Fla. and paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Charles Martina, McHenry. Phil and Deanna Gardner, 3105 Hilltop drive, Wonder Lake announce the birth of their first son, Brent Philip. He was born Feb. 16 at McHenry hospital and weighed 9 lbs. 2 oz. The paternal grand­ parents are Mr. and Mrs, F. P. Gardner, of Wooster, Ohio. Caitlin Ruth is the name chosen by Catherine and Robert Prendergast, 3102 W. Charlotte, McHenry, for their third child. The baby girl was born Feb. 18 at McHenry hospital, and weighed 8 lbs. 2 oz. Dylan, 3 yrs. of age, and 19 month old Rory welcomed their new little sister at home. Mr. and Mrs. John Gammuto, Downers Grove, 111. are the maternal grandparents and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Prendergast, Sr., Chicago, are the paternal grandparents. Among recent births recorded at Memorial hospital for McHenry county, Woodstock, was the Feb. 22 birth of a girl to Mr. and Mrs. Brian Ackerman, Wonder Lake and also a girl to Mrs. and Mrs. Paul Vogelman, Wonder Lake. 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