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The Battalion
Tuesday, February
Recession woes hit church budgets
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lesday, F.
(AP) - God loves a cheerful
giver is the message still being
spread in the nation's pulpits, but
such donors are becoming scarcer
during a recession that has more
people knocking on heaven's door
for food and shelter.
The institution that fashions it
self a city built upon a hill faces
the same painful choices con
fronting governments, corpora
tions and other more worldly
groups as it seeks to fulfill its
mandate to care for the poor, the
hungry, the homeless and stay in
business.
The sacrifices in tightening
church budgets can be great.
The Rev. Robert Beck in Buffa
lo, N.Y., gave up his salary, then
his secretary to keep his down
town church alive. His benefits —
health insurance and housing and
are his only
car allowances
compensation.
"That's the only reason we can
handle the situation," said Beck,
pastor of St. Paul's and St. Mark's
United Church of Christ. "You
find ways of doiiig it if you have
to. That doesn't mean it's easy."
In Des Moines, Iowa, the head
of a local ecumenical organization
said it could easily spend double
the $2,000 a month it allocates to
meet emergency expenses for the
needy, but the funds are not there.
"You're getting caught at both
ends," said the Rev. Forrest
Harms, director of the Des Moines
Area Religious Council.
"Not only do you have in
creasing needs on the part of the
congregation and the community,
at the same time you have dimin
ishing resources to meet those
needs," he said.
Giving by church members in
nine denominations increased by
5.7 percent in 1989, from $345 to
$365 a member, according to the
1991 Yearbook of American and
Canadian Churches published by
the National Council of Churches.
Tuesday continued from Page 2
TAMU ROADRUNNERS: General meeting. 7
p.m. in 501 Rudder. Call Ron Heath at 693-8071
for more information.
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EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP): Position!
available for Student Development, F
Relations, Finance, OSA Chairman. 8 a.m. to'|
p.m. in 148 MSC. Call Verlon or Pamela at84S.|
4565 for more information.
The Rev. Eric Shafer of the
Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod
of the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America said recession
ary fears have made people afraid
of making large financial commit
ments.
"That fear that you hear about
and read about is certainly preva
lent in the church," Shafer said.
"Things are tough and things
are tight. I detect people would
like to do better for the church at
large, but are just being cautious."
ASSOCIATION FOR COMPUTING
MACHINERY: Bill Smith of Elite Software will be
talking about starting your own software
company. 7:30 p.m. in 124 Bright. Call Brent at
846-3544 for more information.
WOMEN IN COMMUNICATIONS INC.: Genera
committee meeting. New members welcome,
p.m. in 511 Richardson Engineering Bldg. Cal
Rachel at 847-2047 for more information.
STUDENT Y - YOUTH FUN DAY VII: General
meeting for Youth Fun Day VII Counselors. 8:30
p.m. in 200 Heldenfels. Call Dena at 847-0012
for more information.
STUDENT COALITION AGAINST APARTHEID
AND RACISM (SCAR): Organizational meetifijl
for upcoming panel discussion on “Plight of ttief
Nation.” 8:30 p.m. in 145 MSC. Call Andy:
847-2562.
AGGIES FOR DIABETES AWARENESS:
General meeting; new faces and “just curious”
welcome. 7 p.m. in 230 MSC. Call Regina at
693-3431 for more information.
WEDNESDAY
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meeting. Everyone welcome. Articles are due
for the March issue. 7 p.m. at Spanky’s
Restaurant located at 109 Boyett in College
Station. Call Danny at 845-3436 for more
information.
LIBERAL ARTS STUDENT COUNCIL. Generali
meeting. 8:30 p.m. in 504 Rudder. Call Stacey|
at 693-1687 for more information.
Phone: 845-0569 / Office: Room 015 (basement) Reed McDonald Building
STUDENT Y: General meeting and it’s still not
too late to join. 7 p.m. in 502 Rudder. Call
Christie at 847-4057 for more information.
STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICE: CAREER!
EXPLORATION: This workshop will include!
assessment of interest, values and personality R
styles using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and
SIGI-PLUS (a computerized, interactive and self-
paced system that assists individuals in the
career decision-making process. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m,
in 300 YMCA. Call 845-4427 for more:
information.
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$10 for 20 words running 5 days, if your merchandise is priced $1000 or less
(price must appear in ad). For private individuals, not businesses. Guaran
teed results or you get an additional 5 days at no charge. If item doesn't
sell, advertiser must call before 11 a.m. on the day the ad is schedule to
end to qualify for the 5 additional insertions at no charge.
Business Hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday through Friday
KOREAN AGGIES ASSOCIATION (KAA): 2nd
general meeting. Discuss upcoming picnic and
softball practice. 8:30 p.m. in 230 MSC. Call
Woo Chang at 847-7158 for more information.
CARIBBEAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION:
Short meeting to discuss events of International
week. 7:15 p.m. in the Basement of Bizzell Hall
West. Call Tim at 764-6745 or Nicholette at 696-
7398 for more information.
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Help Wanted
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WORKING YOUR WAY
THROUGH COLLEGE?
Smetana Grocery has positions open for Clerk/Cashier
Trainee's. Freshman and sophomore students are
preferred so that advancement is possible. Interest in
environmental issues at a practical level desired. Very
flexible hours. Advancement encouraged. $4.75/hour
starting. Call 775-9337 (ask for Robert Davis) or come by
Smetana Grocery (1/2 mi. before TAMU Riverside
campus on Hwy 21 West)
Mobile home 14x70 2bd/1ba, close to campus, Island
kitchen 775-9218.
CHI ALPHA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP:
Weekly worship and fellowship meeting. A short
meeting on the subject of the annual business
meeting will be conducted. All active members
need to attend; everyone is welcome. 7 p.m. at
the All Faith’s Chapel. Call 846-3119 for more
information.
SIGMA PHI EPSILON: Information booth with
applications available to students and
organizations interested in the 16th Annual Fight
Night competition. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the MSC,
Call Doug Jones at 696-8850 for more
information.
Four month old male ferret. Neutered and de-scented.
With some supplies. $90.00. Call 696-6796.
1988 T-bird Turbo coupe fully loaded extra; keyless entry
equalizer, more. 50,000 miles $7300 693-0058.
'85 80cc Riva Scooter with helmets. $550. 845-1568,
776-1588. Ask for Tony.
1984 JEEP CJ-7, brown with hard top. Call Brandon 847-
6397 $4,300.
ALPINE RACING BIKE - Shlmano components 14 speed,
black, chromoly frame, 1 yr old, $325. Jim 846-3909 or
BCS 696-6581.
STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICE: TEST
ANXIETY WORKSHOP PART II: This workshop
will focus on managing anxiety before, during
and after tests to help students achieve the score
they truly deserve. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in 300
YMCA. Call 845-4427 for more information.
1985 Honda Rebel Motorcycle. Black, Excellent Condi
tion. $700. 696-6194
Upright piano $600 696-3901.
Black 1981 GL 1100, gold wing 24,000 miles, front farring
side and back bags, drive shaft, water cooled. $1599.
779-8702.
ASSOCIATION OF BIOENGINEERS: Guest
lecture with Dr. Szygenda. 7 p.m. in 119A
Zachry. Call David Quarles at 696-3712 for more
information.
REPUBLICAN WOMEN OF THE BRAZOS
VALLEY: Estelle Teague, Vice President of the
Texas Federation of Republican Women will
speak on “Importance of Precinct Conventions.”
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Briarcrest Country Club.
For reservations call: Mary Frances McHam at
846-5575 or Perian Bishop at 776-7374 for more
information.
Suzuki GS450. Runs and looks brand new! Only 500
miles. 847-5305.
BACK PAIN STUDY
Patients needed with acute
(recent) onset of muscle
spasms (back pain,‘etc.) to
participate in a consumer use
research study with an FDA
approved drug. Medical
evaluation at no cost to
patient. Eligible volunteers
will be compensated.
G & S STUDIES, INC.
846-593^
NEW ENGLAND BROTHER/SISTER CAMPS - MASSA
CHUSETTS: Mah-Kee-Nac for Boys/Danbee for Girls,
counselor positions for program specialists: All team
sports, especially baseball, basketball, field hockey, soft-
ball, soccer and volleyball; 25 tennis openings; also ar
chery, riflery, weights/fitness and biking; other openings
include performing arts, fine arts, newspaper, photography,
cooking, sewing, rollerskallng, rocketry, ropes, and camp
craft. All waterfront activities (swimming, skiing, sailing,
windsurfing, canoe/kayaklng). Inquire: Mah-Kee-Nac
(BOYS) 190 Linden Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028. Call
1-800-753-9118. Danbee (GIRLS) 17WestmlnsterDrive,
Montvllle, NJ 07045. Call 1-800-729-8606.
Aggie quilts. Twin, full or king 1-632-6712.
Diamond marquise engagement ring; .66 TW, new, very
good color/clarity $1000. Will negotiate. 776-2069.
Yamaha single disc player with cordless remote, excellent
condition $150. Negotiable. If interested, call James at
693-9911.
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SIGMA PHI EPSILON: Information booth with
applications available to students and
organizations interested in the 16th Annual Fight
Night competition. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the MSC.
Call Doug Jones at 696-8850 for more
information.
TAU KAPPA: New member information
meeting. 7 p.m. in 301 Rudder. Call Matt at 847-
1341 for more information.
LUTHERAN STUDENT FELLOWSHIP: Evening
prayer and supper. 6:30 p.m. at the University
Lutheran Chapel. Call Martin at 84 7-1835 for
more information.
CRUISE LINE Entry level onboard/landside positions
available,.year-round & summer (813) 229-5478.
Computers
40,000/yr! READ BOOKS an TV Scripts. Fill out simple
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TEM 6.X/7.X DISKETTES, GAMES. $650. 260-1678,
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UPSILON PI EPSILON: General meeting with
officer election and pizza. 6:30 p.m. in 131
Bright. Call Todd Smith at 696-6688 for more
information.
HISPANIC BUSINESS STUDENT
ASSOCIATION: Speaker meeting with U.5.
General Accounting Office. Business alto
requested. Meet in 160 Blocker.
IL CIRCOLO ITALIAN© (ITALIAN CLUB): Film
“I tre fratelli” (The Three Brothers) in Italian with
English subtitles. 7 p.m. in Language Lab #1 of
the Academic Building. Call Anne at 847-0696
for more information.
"STREP THROAT STUDY"
Volunteers needed for streptococcal
tonsillifc/ptiaryngitis research study
comparing two antibiotics, (one of
which is an investigational drug).
Qualifying symptoms inciude:
fever (100.4 or more), pharyngeal
pain (sore throat), difficulty
swallowing. Rapid strep test will
be done to confirm diagnosis.
Eligible volunteers wilt be
compensated.
G & S STUDIES, INC,
846-5933
60-100 hrs/wk Alaska Fisheries hiring now! R-T air, room/
board provided! to $5,000+/mo. Extensive fisheries
report gets job or call refunded. 1-900-443-7274 ($3/min.,
complete program four minutes).
AMIGA 500, 1 Meg, 2 drives, monitor, printer, word
perfect, manuals, extras, $700. 693-5422.
Lost & Found
Earn up to $200 a day stuffing envelopes for major
corporation. Rush long BASE to: USTB Marketing Dept.
A-1, P.O. Box 6504, Kingwood, Texas 77325.
EARN CASH! $110/mthand up. Be a plasma donor! Safe
and easy procedure provides guaranteed Income. Join
thousands of A&M students as regular donors.
WESTGATE PLASMA CENTER 4223 Welborn Road
846-8855.
Lost male miniature Schnauzer. Silver, gray, untrimmed,
silver choke collar. Southwood Valley 2/6/92. (YOYO).
Reward! 696-9285 or 764-8570.
Personals
TEXAS ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
COALITION (TEAC): General membership
meeting. Everyone interested in environmental
concerns are invited to attend. Organization
works toward recycling and waste reduction,
energy conservation and protection and
restoration of endangered species and forests. 7
p.m. in 202 Francis Hall. Call Christy at 846-
1204 for more information.
SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS (SWE):
High School Recruiting Committee meeting to
elect a new chairman and work on project. A
reminder — if you would like to receive a
postcard reminding you of meetings, please call
and leave name and address. 7 p.m. in 204
Zachry. Call Jennifer Jadwick at 696-4159 for
more information.
Healthy males wanted as semen donors. Help infertile
couples. Confidentiality ensured. Ethnic diversity desir
able. Ages 18-35, excellent compensation. Contact
Fairfax Cryobank, 1121 Briarcrest Suite 101, 776-4453.
Gun Club
THE
GREENERY
is
interviewing for land
scape team members
9-11 a.m., M-Th.
1512 Cavitt
Bryan, Texas
ARROWHEAD GUN CLUB, Non-members welcome.
Skeet-Pistol-Trap-RifleRanges. OpenTues-Sun, 10a.m.
Hwy. 6 S.1/4 mile past Texas World Speedway. 690-
0276.
TALK LIVE 1 to 1
Share your private thoughts
with beautiful, caring women.
1-900-535-KISS (5477) $2.95/min.
Live Hot Phone Talk
1-800-735-KISS (5477)-MCA/ISA/AM
AAA Talk Miami, FI. 18 or older.
Services
Curl Up & Dye Hair Design. February First Visit Special.
Guys $9.00, girls $11.00. 846-HAIR.
A+ VCRepair
693-8694
•all models
•service visits
•pick up available
•estimates include cleaning
SINGLE, HANDSOME COWBOY LOOKING FOR COW
GIRL TO GO DANCING. DINING OUT, MOVIES AND A
LASTING RELATIONSHIP. CALL PAT AFTER 774-
4604, 5:00 P.M. M-Fri.
MODEL UNITED NATIONS - SPONSORED BY
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION,
STUDENT GOVERNMENT & THE MSC
JORDAN INSTITUTE: Informational meeting #2
- handbooks will be handed out. Delegate
positions are still available for the U.N.
Simulation on Feb. 26 & 27. 8:30 p.m. in 501
Rudder. Call 845-8770 for more information.
CENTER FOR ACADEMIC ENHANCEMENT
Free review session for the TASP writing section
Will, include skills necessary to succeed on the
test, types of questions likely to be on the test
and general test taking strategies. Register in
advance in 243 Blocker. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
in 246A Blocker. A systematic method of taking
thorough notes will be demonstrated, as well as
tips on taking different types of exams. 4 p.m. to
5 p.m. in 165 Blocker. Free. Register in
advance in 243 Blocker. Call Pat or Venesa at
845-2724 for more information.
Travel
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: General
discussion from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call the
CDPE at 845-0280 for more information.
SPRING BREAK 92 WITH COLLEGE TOURS; Mazatlan/
$399, Cancun/$379. Air, hotel, parties, nightly entertain
ment. Callfor more information, and reservations. Teresa
1-800-395-4896.
LA TERTULIA (SPANISH CLUB): Poetry
reading by Dr. Eduardo Espina titled, “Los
anticuerpos del amor.” Refreshments will be
served. 9 p.m. in 701 Rudder. Call Anne at 847-
0696 for more information.
RECEPTIONIST/SECRETARY. PART-TIME, GENERAL
OFICE SKILLS REQUIRED, CONTACTJAN/COVENTRY
GLEN REALTY 846-2894.
Graduate student couple needed to manage a small
apartment complex. Furnished apartment plus salary.
Send information to 1300 Walton Drive College Station,
TX 77840.
Professional Word Processing
Resume Services
Reports & Merge Letters
Typist available 7 days a week
ON THE DOUBLE
113 COLLEGE MAIN 846-3755
Hello, I'm your Continental Campus Representative and a
Texas Aggie. I was hired by Continental solely to assist
the students with travel information and planning. Let me
help you with spring break or general travel plans. Call
775-4335.
GRADUATING SENIORS; Have a job in your field waiting
for you. (401)782-6546.
College Scholarships available. Recorded message gives
details. 846-7391 ext. 402.
TR 10:30-4:00. Flexible $4.25/hr. Shop clean up, some
study time. Call 846-5091.
CPR LESSONS. GET CERTIFIED FOR SUMMER NOW
$15.00 PER STUDENT 693-9533.
Student needed from the following cities to survey child
safety seat use for the Texas Transportation Institute
during spring break: Amarillo, Beaumont. Brownsville,
Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Lubbock, San Antonio, Tyler
and Waco. Two students from each city will collect data
TYPING-$1.50 per page. Call Steve at 260-2699. Leave
a message.
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CALL EDITING SERVICE 764-7191.
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FACES (FRESHMEN ADJUSTING TO
COLLEGE EXPERIENCES): Core Committee
Meeting. 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. in 203 MSC. Call
Nicole at 847-1054 or Gloria at 845-9804 for
more information.
UNITED CAMPUS MINISTRIES: Weekly Aggie
Supper, good food, fun and fellowship. 6 p.m. to
7:20 p.m. at the A&M Presbyterian Church
(behind the Dixie Chicken). Cal Brian at 693-
6874 for more information.
TAMU SAILING TEAM: General meeting in 104
Zachry. Call Dean Pledger at 696-0994 for more
information.
AGGIE TOASTERS: Meeting of A&M Chapter of
Toastmasters International, a widely-respected
organization devoted to the improvement of
public speech. 8:30 p.m. in 504 Rudder. Call
Tammy at 823-4512 or Charity at 847-0975 for
more information.
A.L.O.T. (AGGIE LEADERS OF TOMORROW):
We will have a special guest speaker. 8:30 p.m.
in 212 MSC. Call Stephanie Erwin at 847-0224
for more information.
at designated daycare centers and shopping centers.
Approximately 4 days work plus training $5.25/hr. Call
Julie at 845-2736 between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. for interview.
SUMMER JOBS. Warehouse work. 3 shifts, eight hours
each. Two locations. Dallas (214)-869-0250), Houston
(713) 820-3820).
Waitresses/bartenders needed immediately at Yester
days. Apply 4421, S Tx. Avenue Bryan, 846-2625. No
experience required.
Losers Wanted! We pay you to lose 10 to 180 pounds. Call
Rosemary 512-452-4901.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. Summer Jobs! Hir
ing over 2,000 for our hotels, restaurants and support
operations. Room and board. Recruiters interviewing on
campus, Monday, February 17th- sign up in the Place
ment center, Rudder Conference Tower. TW Recre
ational Services, PO Box 165, Yellowstone Park. WY
82190 406-848-7481 or 307-344-7901, ext. 5323. AAJ
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COTTON VILLAGE APTS. Ltd.
Snook, Texas
$0 w/RA $200-$357 for 1 bdrm.
$0 w/RA $248-$428 for 2 bdrm.
Call 846-8878, 774-0773 a/5 p.m.
Equal Opportunity Housing/Handicapped Accessible
Sevilla Apartments 1b/1ba available, $295/mo. Shuttle,
pool, and nice Call Stacy at 693-2108.
2b/2ba, w/d connect, shuttle, $400/mth.. Call 260-1069.
Spring Break!
CANCUN
12th MAN FOUNDATION - STUDENT
ORGANIZATION: General meeting with guest
lecturers: Track and Tennis coaches.
Organizing Football Trip to New Orleans to beat
the hell outta LSU. 8:30 p.m. in 308 Rudder.
AMERICAN HELICOPTER SOCIETY:
Helicopter orientation flight informational
meeting. If you are interested in flying a U-12
this Saturday, then this meeting is a must. 7 p.m.
in 124 HRBB. Call Jim at 764-1718 for more
information.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: General
discussion from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call
the CDPE at 845-0280 for more information.
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5-Star Resorts, Airfare, Parties & More!
1-800-BE ACH-BXJMl
(1-800-232-2428)
HOSPICE OF BRAZOS COUNTY: Reservations
for the Hospice Hoedown and Celebrity auction
are now being taken. Music for dancing by
Donny Waller. Celebrity auction with lots of
items donated for sale. Tickets are $40 per
person. Reservations must be made by Feb. 18.
Event is Feb. 28 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Call
776-8793 for more information.
AGGIE ANTHROPOLOGISTS: General
meeting. 8 p.m. in 214 Anthropology. Call Alicia
at 696-5466 for more information.
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