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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, November 13, 2019 C- 3 Continued on page 11 Continued in next column Continued from page 2 Several soups, sandwiches, drinks and desserts to choose from. Limited delivery available. Union Community Church SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 5-8pm (EST) • 4-7pm (CST) Thanks in advance for your support! suggested donations $ 5 per Adult $ 10 for Families Money raised will go towards building fund for much needed repairs. 3082 North CR 850 W., Hazleton, IN 47640 Questions or Delivery Pastor Kevin 812-664-5454 • Angela Christie 812-664-5970 We are again serving as a relay center for shoebox gifts this year! WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC Directions: Turn at McDonald's in Petersburg and take Hwy. 56 4 miles to Bowman. Bring your complet- ed shoebox gis with $9 donation for each gi to cover shipping. We will do the rest! Our hours will be: • Monday, Nov. 18-Friday, Nov. 22 from 4-7pm • Saturday, Nov. 23 from Noon-2pm • Sunday, Nov. 24 from 11am-2pm • Monday, Nov. 25 from 8-10am We will transport the boxes to the collection center. From there, they will be sent on their way to bring blessings and smiles to millions of children! Questions? Call Debbie Leslie at 812-582-8896 GOSPEL CENTER CHURCH Independent Baptist Church 420 E. Illinois Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9914 Sunday worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; AWANA clubs will meet Sundays at 6:30 p.m., the children will learn from the Word of God and have fun doing it; Bible study Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Gospel Center invites you to worship the King of Kings with us every Sunday. You will hear sound biblical and applicable preaching each week. At the Gospel Center, you will find God-loving people who desire to serve and praise God with their heart, soul, mind and strength. Come and praise the King with us. We would be hon- ored to have you come and join us and see what God is doing here at the Gospel Center Church. Rodney Fretwell, Sr. Pas- tor LIVING FAITH CHURCH INTERNATIONAL 601 S. 9th Street, Petersburg Phone: 812-809-4544 New location— 601 S. 9th Street, Petersburg (Former- ly the Wesleyan Church). Sunday study 9 -9:35 a.m.; Sunday services at 10 a.m.; Wednesday service from 6:30 -8 p.m.; youth service Sunday from 6 -7:30 p.m. When will we start living as though the Bible is true? When will we stop believing the lies of the enemy that cause us to not walk in what God has already made avail- able to us? At times we can sound like beggars on the street instead of children of the Most High God. He has provided us with everything we need that pertains to life and godliness (II Peter 1:3). He has made a way for us to have access to His heav- enly throne room (Matthew 27:51). Remember when Esther took her life in her hands by just entering into the throne room of the king (her hus- band). She could have been killed for entering unin- vited (Esther 4:11). How much more of an honor is it to have access to walk bold- ly into the throne room of our Creator, the One True God(Hebrews 4:16). He has already taken sick- ness, disease, poverty, sin, and death from us. He has defeated our enemy without us even having to lift a fin- ger. Sound familiar? Read II Kings chapters 6 and 7. The choice is yours. Believe and receive or back down and live below what Jesus al- ready paid the price for you to have. Check location and time for upcoming events, www. livingfc.org. Mailing address: P.O. Box 566, Petersburg, IN. More information at www.living- fc.org or call 812-809 -4544. Don and Christina Priest, Senior Pastors Ian and Samantha Rose, Youth Pastors Melissa Bowens, Reporter OTWELL CONTENDERS OF FAITH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednes- day prayer and Bible study meeting 6:30 p.m. William Breidenbaugh, Pastor PATOK A GROVE CHURCH 1135 W. C.R. 475 S. Winslow Pastor 812-239-6843 Sunday morning church service at 10 a.m. and Sun- day school 11 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. Jason Hill, Pastor PIKE COUNTY CENTER FOR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES Phone —812-582-8222 Office hours: Open Mon- day, Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m. till noon. Wednesday and Thursday, closed. Free peer counseling available, call 812-582-1486 or 812- 582-8222. Grief Share, Support group for those who have lost loved ones. Classes starting Mon- day, Jan. 6 -March 30 at 6 p.m. "For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you" (Matthew 6:14). "Forgiveness has two sides that are inseparably joined: the forgiveness each of us needs from God, and the forgiveness we owe to other human beings. Ma- ny prefer not to face up to the fact that God's forgive- ness and man's are forever linked. Jesus warned us that if we want the Father's for- giveness, there is only one way to get it: Start the flow of forgiveness between heav- en and earth by forgiving our brother from the heart"— Catherine Marshall. Chad Searls, Pastor Independent Pentecostal Nazarene Methodist Methodist Lutheran ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. Christmas program prac- tice; 10 a.m. worship and Ho- ly Communion—Cory Driv- er, worship leader. Wednesday, Nov. 20, 6 p.m. Christmas program practice and 6:30 p.m. Con- firmation. Thursday, Nov. 21, 1 p.m. Women of the ELCA Bible study. Sunday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m. Christmas program prac- tice, Praise Team practice 10 :15 a.m.; Thank offering Sunday—Holy Communion ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday school 9 a.m.; 10 :15 a.m. worship service church council and choir practice. Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Flea Market at the Lockhart Twp. Community Center. Bible verse for the week: "Who has made us compe- tent to be ministers of a new covenant, not of letter but of spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life" (II Cor- inthians 3:6 NRSV ). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor with Pastor Tim Holt, wor- ship leader. Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant CHURCH NOTE DEADLINE 10 A.M. EVERY TUESDAY 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 Street, Oakland City Church 812-749-3525 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. Janet Shomate, Secretary HOLLAND U.M. CHURCH 205 N. Second Ave. 812-536-4862 Thursday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m. Senior balance exer- cise class. Sunday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. Sunday school classes; 10 :10 a.m. morning worship ser- vice; 3 p.m. Charge Confer- ence and 4 p.m. Bible study. Monday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m. exercise class. 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 PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday school at 10 :45 a.m. Scripture lesson for Sun- day, Nov. 17: II Thessalo- nians 3:6 -13. Sermon Title: "Birds of a Feather." Paul worked hard to estab- lish Christianity in the Gen- tile world and in cities like Thessalonica. Imagine his disappointment when the converts began to misuse the teachings to become la- zy, to act in ways that made the church the laughing stock of the city. When he writes to the worshiping congregation, he does not question the faith of those who did not act in ways Paul felt appropriate. Instead Paul calls on those who would fol- low Christ to follow his be- haviors and to be good ex- amples not only to others in the church but to the total community. Which raises a good question: What kind of example are you? "Birds of a feather….", if those in the church act just like the rest of the world, what good can our message of salvation have to a world that doesn't see any value…because we are just the same as every- one else. Let's talk about it this coming Sunday. Michael (Mike) Punke, 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.; Wednesday evening the children and youth ministries meet at 6:30 p.m., during the school year; There is a casual Bible study Thursday evening at 7 p.m. 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 Church service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Thursday Bible study at 1 p.m. Today's reading: Psalm 9:1-2, 7-10. "I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonder- ful deeds" (Psalm 9:1). "We will never be able to finish expressing our grat- itude for all God's wonder- ful deeds. But we can start with a sincere thank you through our prayers. We can nurture a lifestyle of grateful worship, praising God and acknowledging all He's done and all He prom- ises He'll do"—Xochitl Dix- on. What would you like to thank God for on this day He's made? How can writing down prayers of thanks help us cultivate a spirit of grati- tude in all circumstances? Generous and loving God, please help us ac- knowledge the countless and wonderful ways You work. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 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 ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Thursday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. Bible study. Sunday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. morning worship service and 3 p.m. Charge Confer- ence. Monday, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. Bible study and 7 p.m. Board of Trustees. Tuesday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. Bible study. Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5:15 p.m. Confirmation class at Holland UMC and 6 p.m. EPIC. Keith Chanley, Pastor 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 Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. Bible study. Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 5 p.m. Confirmation class and 5:30 p.m. KIC. Keith Chanley, Pastor 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. It is the time of year for us to express our gratitude. Psalm 100 :4-5 says, "En- ter his gates with thanks- giving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithful- ness continues through all generations." Upcoming activities and services • Thanksgiving Church meal, Sunday, Nov. 17, fol- lowing morning worship. • Free Community Soup Supper, Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 4-5:30 p.m. Parking in rear. All welcome to attend. • Christmas Decorating at church, Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. Need a church home? Stop in and visit us. We would love 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 to have you be a part of our church family. 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 classes at 11 a.m. We should have a passion- ate desire to see the reviv- al fires burning across this great country, these United States of America. But it has to begin in a few individuals that put God first instead of their flesh. Will you be one? Pray for our great coun- try, our government, and our President. Remember those in hospitals, nursing homes, your family and friends by your daily prayers. In God's Service. George Bruce Jr., Pastor 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). We hear all the time that the Bible is just a Book, I can't really give a reply here, as there isn't room or time. I will say, that I am glad to have this Book in my life. It gives me hope beyond what this world can give. It al- so gives me a hope beyond this world. So I'm not see- ing that as a bad thing. Get one and read Revelations, then, compare it to what is going on now. Just a book? I don't think so, but if that is what you want to believe, only the Savior can change your mind. Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812-749 -1122 (leave a mes- sage).