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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, May 15, 2019 C- 3 OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH 2277 N. Mechanics Street Otwell Pastor 812-354-3028 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship service 6:30 p.m. Nursery available. Tuesday morning, women's Bible study at the fellowship hall 10 a.m. "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a fu- ture and a hope" ( Jeremiah 29:11). We invite all of you to come and worship with us. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter RAMBLINGS Continued from page 1 Continued in next column Continued from page 2 ties which could use the funds and there are always things we could donate for them to sale. Not being a lawyer I don't know what hurdles one would have to jump through but it sounds like a good idea to me. Our local Lions met last Thursday for our monthly meeting at the Village Inn. We have a few new mem- bers and they are going to be good for our club. We are still in need of more members and if you are approached by a Lion and asked to join, please con- sider it because it is one of the best things you could ever do. Our next project/fund- raiser is the Hokum Carem run at Hornady park start- ing at 9 a.m. beside the Pe- ter Brenton cabin. Chair- man of the event is Calvin Biddle and he has a mile circuit laid out for the run- ners. The event is for two person teams where each member runs a mile, tags their partner and waits to run again as their partner finishes their first mile. This is done until both members have run three miles. It is a team timed race. Walkers are welcome too but they walk for three miles together and their times are combined each mile. There will be fruit and melon available for the runners and walkers. Run for Sight medals will be awarded to the winners of each age class group. Hope to see you 9 a.m. Sat- urday, June 8. Church for Mother's day was the usual faith- ful group and our Sunday school covered Paul tell- ing the church at Corinth there was one God and one Holy Spirit and they guid- ed a Christian's life. They were told there are many gifts given and each per- son is to use their gift for the uplifting of others. The greatest thing we should al- ways remember is there is no Mr. Big except for God Almighty and it takes all of us working together to up- lift our brothers and sisters in Christ. I know this is a repeat, but it should be repeated often enough that we final- ly get the message. Our scripture lesson mostly covered obeying and honoring our parents, even if they are gone from us we still know how they would have liked for us to live and act. I can still hear my mother's friends telling others this is Millie's son and how proud my moth- er would be of me. I only wish I had time to do over some of the mean disgust- ing things I done in my ear- lier years, because I sure would never have disre- spected my mother the way I did at times. I learned how to be a good son later than most children, but man when I got it right my mother was the best. When the scrip- ture said that charity(or love of a mother as we used it Sunday) beareth all things they surely had my mother in mind. On another note as we were driving home one evening a couple of boys riding bikes were playing by acting as though they were going to dart in front of on coming traffic. I was a boy once and I know how lucky I was to get by with what I got by with, but not all kids will be so fortunate. Please watch for these chil- dren and be careful around them because they don't re- alize how dangerous their game of chicken can be. Well I got my preaching done, my project talked about and we are going to start planting crops one of these days, so I better close this article and go about my trying to be a blessing. Pentecostal Nazarene Lutheran Methodist Methodist ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, May 19, 9 a.m. Sunday school and 10 a.m. worship. Friday, May 24, 6:30 p.m. Praise Team practice. Sunday, May 26, 9 a.m. Praise Team practice and 10 a.m. worship. Catherine Burnette, Pas- tor Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday school 9 a.m. and worship service 10 :15 a.m. A fter the worship service, there will be a carry-in meal and farewell in the fellow- ship hall for our exchange student from Denmark. Bible verse for the week: "Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective" ( James 5:16, NRSV ). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor ALGIERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Highway 356, Petersburg Sunday school 9 a.m. and worship service 10 a.m. You are always welcome to join our friendly church and worship God with us. Mike Atkins, Pastor GOOD SHEPHERD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 210 W. Harrison HOLLAND U.M. CHURCH 205 N. Second Ave. 812-536-4862 Thursday, May 16, 2 p.m. senior balance exercise class. Sunday, May 19, 9 a.m. Sunday school classes; 10 :10 a.m. morning worship ser- vice. Monday, May 20, 6:30 p.m. exercise class. Tuesday, May 21, 6:15 p.m. Bible study. Keith Chanley, Pastor OTWELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 146, 10041E. Washington Ave. Otwell 812-766-3344 Facebook: Otwell United Methodist Church and Jeff Pinney. Otwell United Method- ist invites you to join us this Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. as we worship our Lord Je- sus Christ; Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become ma- ture, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ" (Ephesians 4:11-13, NIV ). Jeff Pinney, Pastor PATOK A GROVE U.M. CHURCH 1135 W. C.R. 475 S. Winslow Pastor 812-749-4477 Sunday morning church service at 9:30 a.m. and Sun- day school 10 :30 a.m. If you are looking for a church, we would love for you to join us in the white church on the hill by Wil- liams Cemetery. Larry Stoops, Pastor PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 We are Christians following Christ and serving Christ with compassion Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school, following at 10 :45 a.m.; Wednesday night Bible study at 6 p.m.; Wednesday choir practice at 7:30 p.m. Scripture reading: I John 4:7-12. Sermon title: "Five Marks of a Methodist." Theme Statement: The Father of Jesus is the God of Love, whose love is man- ifested in the sending of Christ and is perfected in the love displayed among His people. Love, it has been said, has many faces. The word love (Greek is: agape) dominates. (I John 4:7-5:3). There are five marks of a Methodist, they are: 1. Loves God. 2. Rejoices in God. 3. Gives thanks. 4. Prays constantly. 5. Loves others. Leon Pomeroy, Pastor PETERSBURG FREE METHODIST CHURCH 202 E. Walnut Street Pastor 812-354-6646 Normal weekly schedule is as follows: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m., with morning worship starting at 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday night at 6 p.m., there is a casual Bible study; Wednesday eve- ning, the children and youth ministries meet at 6:30 p.m., during the school year. If you can't make it to church on Sunday, check out our live stream on Pe- tersburg Free Methodist Church Facebook page. Peace and joy in the Lord. Mark Schlechty, Pastor RUMBLETOWN FREE METHODIST CHURCH 1485 N. St. Rd. 57 Petersburg Adult Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m. The church is located south of Petersburg on State Road 57. Hope Barnett, Reporter SPURGEON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 11505 N. Hwy. 61 Spurgeon Pastor Cell 812-202- 8903 or church office 812-922-8215 WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 in Bowman 812-582-8896 Sunday morning worship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 :15 a.m. We are exploring the words in Philippians 4:4-9 and how they can help us thrive in chaos. So many trials come in- to our lives and along with the business of life. These things can easily choke out the Life of God in us. But praise God, "But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things will be added unto you" (Matthew 6:33). What things will be add- ed? God's order back into our lives—a peace that pass- es all understanding—He is in control. Facebook: White River Chapel UMC, Jeff Pinney. Questions regarding church events, call 812-766 - 3344 or mail to: 3555 West State Road 56, Petersburg, IN 47567. Jeff Pinney, Pastor ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Thursday, May 16, 7 p.m. Bible study. Saturday, May 18, Steve Hunter softball tourney. Sunday, May 19, 9 a.m. morning worship service. Monday, May 20, 6:19 p.m. Bible study. Tuesday, May 21, 10 a.m. Bible study and 7 p.m. men's softball vs. St. Mary's. Keith Chanley, Pastor Street, Oakland City Church 812-749-3535 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10 :30 a.m.; youth group meetings the last Sunday of each month 6 - 7 p.m.; community luncheons the third Tuesday of each month 10 a.m.-noon CDT. The community of Good Shepherd United Method- ist Church exists to glorify God through Jesus Christ our Lord. As a body of believ- ers, we pledge ourselves to al- low the Holy Spirit to develop within us maturity of spirit, unity of faith and knowledge of the Son of God, so that we may be prepared to share His love, mercy and grace through our words and ac- tions to a needy world. We extend an invitation to the public to come and wor- ship with us. The Good Shepherd takes care of His sheep. Kay Bond, Minister Church service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Bi- ble study, Thursday at 1 p.m. "He himself bore our sins" in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed" (I Peter 2:24, NIV ). Enjoy a new life of love and freedom. Jesus carries the burden of our sins, so He could give us the bless- ings of life. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. Church 812-354-8851 Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and children's church at 10 :30 a.m.; children's and teen ser- vice at 6 p.m.; evening wor- ship at 6 p.m. and Wednes- day prayer service at 6 p.m. As we think about godly mothers, we can look at the scripture and read about Eunice and Lois, Timothy's mother and grandmoth- er. They shared their faith with Timothy, just like we can with our children and those around us. Not on- ly did they share genuine faith, but they also communi- cated their faith to Timothy and all those around them. Their faith was influential. Do we display this kind of faith to our families and all those around us? Upcoming activities and services • Church family cookout and birthday/anniversary celebration, Sunday, May 26 at 5 p.m. Bring meats and side dishes to share. • Church elections, Sun- day, June 9, during morning worship. • Cool Fun in the Hot Sun summer party, Saturday, June 15 from 2-5 p.m. Water games, pizza and ice cream WINSLOW NAZARENE CHURCH 106 W. Washington St. Winslow 915-490-8813 9 a.m. coffee and fellow- ship; 9:30 a.m. prayer; 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 :30 a.m. worship celebration; 6 p.m. kids' hour 1.5 (except on the last Sunday of the month). •Saturdays: Men's Break- fast at 9 a.m. (first Saturday of the month). • Irene's Room Food Pan- try distributes food on the third Saturday of the month from 9 -11 a.m. Use the door with the cross on the west side of the church. All services and activities are open to the community. Prayer requests: 915 -490 - 8812 or 915 -490 -8813. If you are looking for a church, we would love to have you join us for our ser- vices at any time. We look forward to meeting you. Fred J. Grenier, Pastor served. All church kids wel- come. • Father's Day recogni- tion, Sunday, June 16, dur- ing morning worship. Need a church home? Stop in and visit us. We would love to have you to be a part of our church family. David Warren, Pastor Jeannine Smith, Reporter HOUSE OF MERCY CHURCH Corner of East and Porter Winslow Pastor 812-789-5229 A Church with open arms and a loving heart. Sunday morning servic- es at 10 :15 a.m.; Praise and worship at 10 :30 a.m.; Minis- tering of the Word and Sun- day school at 11 a.m. We celebrated our Moth- er's Sunday. If it had not been for mothers, there would be no church today. In years past, the mothers were the ones who went to church, most men stayed home. So we should really recognize the mothers of today and yesteryear. Thank God for the mother of Jesus, who brought salva- tion into the world through her Son. Brought us into re- demption from sin and free from bondages. If you don't have a church, come by and visit. We will welcome you with open arms and an open heart. Pray for those in hospitals, nursing homes, your neigh- bors, any that are sick and in bondage. OAKLAND CITY FIRST PENTECOST Hwy. 64 East Sunday morning service 9:30 a.m. with children's Sunday school during the ministry of the Word; Sun- day and Wednesday evening services at 6 p.m.; Recovery Road, every Saturday at 4 p.m. in the fellowship hall. All services are CDT (Gib- son Co. times). Sisters in the Lord, sec- ond Saturday of each month. June's guest speaker will be Sue Caldwell. A special group called "The Ordinary" will be with us Saturday, May 18 at 5 p.m. CDT (Gibson Co.) We hope all mothers were blessed on their special day. Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812-749 -1122 (leave a mes- sage). I pray that many of God's children realize it's time for revival in our lives and in our churches. May reviv- al fire begin to burn in our churches again and may the harvest come in. In God's Service. George Bruce, Pastor Presbyterian MAIN STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10th and Main Streets, Petersburg 812-354-6844 Sunday school 9:15 a.m.; Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m. We have a nursery for chil- dren up to the age of sev- en and we also have a van route in Petersburg to pick anyone up. Come visit us, our doors are always open to you. The official flower of Mother's Day is the carna- tion, the favorite flower of the mom of the holiday's founder, Anna Jarvis. Over time, the custom arose of wearing a white carnation on Mother's Day if your mother has died and a red one if she's living. In fact, many carnation colors have special mean- ings. Pink carries the rich- est Christian symbol. Ac- cording to legend, car- nations first appeared on Earth as Mary wept while watching Jesus carry his cross. Where her tears fell, there appeared pink carna- tions, symbolizing a moth- er's undying love. According to one theory, the English word for car- nation comes from carnis, Latin for flesh. Thus, carna- tions remind us of our lov- ing mothers, as well as our loving Savior. Office hours: 9 a.m.- noon, Monday-Friday. Boyd Heldring, Pastor Amy Melhiser, Secretary Wesleyan Want to share your news with others? The Press- Dispatch can help deliver it to Pike and the surrounding counties. NEWS! 812-354-8500