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B-6 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 The Press-Dispatch Methodist Lutheran Church Note Deadline 10 a.m. Tuesday Church of Christ Catholic Independent Independent Christian Church of God STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg 812-354-6942 Email: frenner@evdio.org Facebook: Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Churches, check for the livestream Mass and bulletin announcements posted. Masses: (Latin for Mission- to spread the Gospel: Sched- ule (All times EST) —Check Church bulletin for schedule of services. Thursday mass: 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday Mass: 11 a.m.; No Saturday Mass un- til further announcement. The Holy Rosary, a story of the life of Christ is prayed be- fore the mass. CCD and Adult Bible study is on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. at the Rectory base- ment. Confession (Sacrament of Reconciliation) 30 minutes before each Mass. For those who still don't feel safe returning to church, the Sunday mass obligation will continue to be uploaded and recorded on Facebook. Continued adherence to the guidelines from Gov. Holcomb and Bishop Siegel will be in place regarding Church ser- vices. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is extended until further notice. The church is open daily for visits and private prayers. Ev- eryone is welcome. Mass readings for third Sunday of Lent, March 7: First reading: Exodus 20 :1-17; Sec- ond reading: I Corinthians 22- 25; Gospel: John 2:13-25. Way of the Cross, Friday, March 5, at 7 p.m. Cable T V/Internet program EWTN (Eternal World Televi- sion Network) available 24/7. Masses available 8 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and midnight. Local and World News 9 p.m. Rosa- ry recited at 9:30 p.m. daily. All EST. Catholic Radio Pro- gram available at 93.1 FM. Questions regarding the Catholic Faith and RCIA: Contact Fr. Frank Renner. Welcome to newcomers, wel- come to those who are inter- ested in joining our faith and those who plan to come back. We appreciated the faith- ful parishioners for your con- tribution of Time, Talent and Treasure to sustain the Life of our Church. Pray for an end to abortion. Pray for peace and an end to the Pandemic and violence. God bless America. God bless everyone. Have a blessed and faith filled 2021. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade, Deacon BLESSED SACR AMENT CATHOLIC CHURCH 11092 E. Lincoln Heights Rd. Oakland City 812-749-4474 Email: frenner@evdio.org Masses: (Latin for Mission- to spread the Gospel: Sched- ule (All times CST). Check church bulletin for sched- ule of services. Wednesdays: Confession 5:45 p.m.; Adora- tion and Benediction 6 p.m. and Mass at 6:30 p.m.; Sun- day Mass: 8 a.m. The Holy Ro- sary is prayed at 7:30 a.m., be- fore Mass. CCD Class, RCIA and adult Religious Ed class at 9 a.m. For those who do still do not feel safe returning to Church, the Sunday mass obligation will continue to be uploaded and recorded on Facebook. Continued adherence to the guidelines from Gov. Holcomb and Bishop Siegel will be in place regarding Church ser- vices. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is extended until further notice. Readings for third Sunday of Lent, March 7, First read- ing: Exodus 20 :1-17; second reading: I Corinthians 22-25; Gospel: John 2:13-25. Way of the Cross, Friday, March 5, at 6 p.m. Cable T V/Internet program EWTN (Eternal World Televi- sion Network) available 24/7. Masses available 8 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and midnight; Local and World News 9 p.m.; Ro- sary recited at 9:30 p.m. dai- ly. All EST. Catholic radio pro- gram available at 93.1 FM. Questions regarding the Catholic Faith and RCIA: Contact Fr. Frank Renner. Welcome to newcomers, wel- come to those who are inter- ested in joining our faith and those who plan to come back. We appreciate the faithful parishioners for your contri- bution of Time, Talent and Treasure to sustain the Life of our Church. Pray for an end to abortion. Pray for peace and an end to the Pandemic and violence. God bless America. God bless everyone. Have a blessed and faith filled 2021. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade,Deacon FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 One of my favorite lines from a book, comes from the Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis. Lucy asks their new friend Mr. Beaver, "Is he safe? " inquiring about this king they had heard of named Aslan. Mr. Beaver, pithy an- swer, "Oh no he's not safe, but he's good." Sometimes I won- der if we are just hoping that life in Christ will be safe. We can come to him, get salva- tion, feel good, and eventual- ly go to heaven when the time comes. However, that's rare- ly the case. Imagine the rich young rule or the other young man who came begging to fol- low Jesus, but once confront- ed by the reality that the fol- lowers of Jesus lacked a bed and shelter, or even that one would have to sell everything he had. The truth is, following Jesus wasn't safe then, and it isn't safe now. Still to this day when he calls a man, he bids him, come and die. Following Jesus means actively dying to ourselves and living for him. We have to decide that there is no safe shallow end follow- ing him. To enjoy a rich life in Christ, we have to cut the rope. DJ Bryant, Pastor VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 Sunday morning worship and the Lord's supper at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship at 6:30 p.m. Topic of study: Practical Christianity. We will meet in accordance to social distanc- ing and with face masks. You are invited to worship with us. Love "No cord or cable can draw so forcibly, or bind so fast, as love can do wit only a single thread." "The commandments, 'Do not commit adultery,' 'Do not murder,' 'Do not steal,' 'Do not covet' and whatever oth- er commandment there may be are summed up in this one rule, 'Love your neighbor as yourself,' Love does no harm to its neighbor, therefore love is the fulfillment of the law'" (Roman 13:9 -10). Because He lives. John Manges, Minister WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH Corner of Lafayette and Walnut Pastor 812-753-3539 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; We extend a warm welcome to everyone. Dr. Robert Asa, Minister BRENTON CHAPEL CHURCH OF CHRIST 1194 E. CR 400 N. Prides Creek Road Petersburg Sunday morning Bible classes 10 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m. and evening worship at 6 p.m. Tony Sims, Elder Ross Williams, Elder FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 2135 East Main Street Petersburg Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m.; children's church at 10 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :45 a.m. Collecting plastic can- dy-filled eggs for the chil- dren's Easter egg hunt. They can be brought to the church kitchen. "A Psalm of praise. Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands" (Psalm 100 :1). Don Fausnaugh, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter TR AYLOR UNION CHURCH 4107 N. CR 1000 E. Otwell (Two miles north of Otwell) Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, Tues- day at 5 p.m. at the church. If unable to attend, you may con- nect by calling 862-799 -9154. "So the Lord must wait for you to come to him so he can show you his love and com- passion. For the Lord is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for his help… He will surely respond to the sound of your cries" (Isaiah 30 :18 -19, NIV ). Dennis and Lisa Patton, Pastors CHRISTIAN HOLINESS CHURCH 1252 St. Rd. 57 S. Petersburg Located six miles between Petersburg and Oakland City junction. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Thurs- day prayer meeting 7 p.m. We extend a warm welcome to everyone. Rick Walburn, Pastor 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; Bi- ble 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 applica- ble preaching each week. At the Gospel Center, you will find God-loving people who de- sire 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., Pastor JESUS CHRIST OUR FIRM FOUNDATION 1415 N. Vincennes Ave. Petersburg 812-354-4424 or 812-582-0240 Sunday morning fellowship 10 a.m.; Church at 10 :30 a.m.; Bible studies: Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at Brian Eilert's house and Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. at church. "I came not to call the righ- teous, but sinners to repen- tance" (Luke 5:32). We are all sinners. This is why Jesus died, to redeem us from all our sin, past, present and future. So really there is no reason to wait.Everyone is worthy to Jesus. Like the great, late Billy Graham said, "Christ belongs to the all peo- ple, He belongs to the whole world"—Amen. I have been blessed to wit- ness to many, how God loves them and ask them if they are willing to except Jesus Christ as their personal savior. Most are surprised, even offend- ed that a total stranger would walk up to them and start talking about Jesus. Yet some will stop right there and ac- cept the Lord's salvation. A lot of people tell me that the Lord is their Savior already, Praise God. Unfortunately, most say ' 'not today' or 'I'm not ready yet' or 'I'm not worthy, because I still drink, smoke and live in sin.' And some say they don't know how. That's when my gift is put to use. If you haven't accepted the free gift of salvation, I pray that you will soon. It is free love from God our Father. Humble yourself at the foot of the Cross, kneel on your knees, if you can.Now pray these words from your heart and believe. "Father I am a sinner. I believe your son Je- sus died for my sins. I am ask- ing You, Jesus to come into my heart and my life. I believe you are the Son of God and I re- pent of my sins to You." Now you will feel the Holy Spirit if you really meant what you just prayed. He will help you live a Godly life. Repentance means change. You will notice a change in the way you look at life. You will become a child of the most high in heaven, a member of the body of Christ forever. Find a Bible and study it and walk in the favor of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ daily. Amen. Denny Wiscaver, Pastor David Sattler, Reporter LIVING FAITH CHURCH INTERNATIONAL 601 S. 9th Street, Petersburg Phone: 812-809-4544 Wednesday evening ser- vice at 6:30 p.m. and Trail Life from 6:30 -8 p.m.; youth group Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m.; young adults life group (ages 19 -29) will meet on Sun- day evening, March 21, from 6 -7:30 p.m. Kingsmen men's group will meet this Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. Evangelist Phillip Slaugh- ter will minister during both morning (10 a.m.) and eve- ning (6 p.m.) services on Sun- day, March 14. Join us for our online Sun- days at 10 a.m. and Wednes- days at 6:30 p.m. on Facebook live Living Faith Church Inter- national page. "So now I live with the con- fidence that there is nothing in the universe with the power to separate us from God's love. I'm convinced that His love will triumph over death, life's troubles, fallen angels, or dark rulers in the heavens. There is nothing in our present or fu- ture circumstances that can weaken His love. There is no power above us or beneath us—no power that could ever be found in the universe that can distance us from God's passionate love, which is lav- ished upon us through our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One" (Romans 8:38 -39 TP T). Check the website for loca- tion and time for upcoming events, www.livingfc.org. Mailing address: P.O. Box 566, Petersburg, IN 47567. More information at www.liv- ingfc.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.; Wednesday 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 ser- vice at 10 a.m. and Sunday school 11 a.m. Jason Hill, Pastor PETERSBURG HOLINESS CHURCH Pastor 419-340-5500 (C) Parsonage 812-354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and special junior church services 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednesday night prayer meeting 7 p.m. Trans- portation available, call 419 - 340 -5500. May 4-9, Spring Revival. Evangelist: Rev. and Mrs. Bil- ly McCoy. "O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together" (Psalm 34:3). There were sixteen church- es represented at this years' youth convention, and God's children, young and old alike, magnified and exalted the Lord together in all six ser- vices. When God's people worship Him in spirit and in truth He is pleased. He inhab- its their praise. The Rev. Jo- ey Pyle shared the desire of God's heart for our salvation, sanctification, and service. We look forward to seeing how God uses these young people now and in the years to come. Chad Searls, Pastor Allen Parks, Reporter PIKE COUNTY CENTER FOR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES Phone —812-582-8222 Office hours: Open Mon- day and Friday, 9 a.m. till noon; Thursday open from 6 - 8 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednes- day closed. Free peer coun- seling available, call 812-582- 1486 or 812-582-8222. New Bible study at 9:30 a.m. on the Book of Revela- tion. Bring your Bible. TWIN OAKS CHURCH 1911 E. Co. Rd. 650 N. Petersburg 812-354-6389 Sunday school, Junior church and youth class 9:30 a.m.; morn- ing worship 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening prayer and praise ser- vice 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to each service. God Bless America. Clark Gray, Pastor Doris Catt, Reporter UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union Pastor 812-664-5454 Sunday school 10 a.m.; wor- ship service 11 a.m. Both ser- vices are EDT; children's ser- vice every fifth Sunday— geared toward children; Iron Sharpens Iron Wednesday night service is now for men and women at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to the First Friday Fun, the first Fri- day of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. EDT, to work on craft projects, scrapbooking, sew- ing, etc. There will be a Cri- cut available, along with other crafting tools for use. Bring a snack to share if you can. Con- tact Angela Christie at 812-664- 5970 for more information. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor GLEZEN REVIVAL CENTER 245 S. Glezen Center St. 812-354-6738 or 812-582-9667 Sunday morning worship and children's church 10 :15 a.m. We will be providing hand santitizer and practicing social distancing. Until this is lifted we will not be having hand shaking or social prac- tices like we have in the past Sundays. Bible Study will be every Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Pray for our military and their protection. Also, remem- ber to pray for the USA, peace, health and for one another. Verses to Ponder "Glory in His holy name: let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice" (Psalms 105:3, NIV ). God bless you and keep you. We welcome you to all ser- vices. Come and worship Je- sus with us. See our Facebook page Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: grcenter.net – E-mail ad- dress: glezenrevivalcenter@ yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, March 7, 9 a.m. Bi- ble study; 10 a.m. worship and Holy Communion with Pastor Tim Holt, worship leader. Monday, March 8, 6:30 p.m. church council meeting. Wednesday, March 10, 6:30 p.m. Confirmation. Sunday, March 14, Food Bank Sunday; 9 a.m. Bible study; 9 a.m. Praise team prac- tice; 10 a.m. Irish service with Jeff Mann, worship leader. Paula Mann, Administrative Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday school 9 a.m.; 10 :15 a.m. worship service with Ho- ly Communion; Wednesday, Lenten worship service at 7:30 p.m. Bible verse for the week: "For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope. Then when you call upon me and come and pray to me, I will hear you. When you search for me, you will find me; if you seek me with all your heart" ( Jeremiah 29:11- 13). 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 PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 47567fumc@gmail.com Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world We will continue to have in-person worship service on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Every- one is welcome to join us as we use masks and social dis- tancing guidelines. We also broadcast our Sun- day worship service live on Facebook at Petersburg First United Methodist Church. "In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was coming up out of the wa- ter, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descend- ing like a dove on him. And a voice came from heaven, "You are my Son, the Beloved, with you I am well pleased." And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. He was in the wilderness for- ty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild beasts; and the angels waited on him. Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, pro- claiming the good news of God and saying, "The time is ful- filled, and the kingdom of God has come near, repent and be- lieve in the good news" (Mark 1: 9 -15). God Bless. Michael (Mike) Punke, Pastor PETERSBURG METHODIST As es decreases, ing to tivities We our rently ship Sunday. so live watch the we will an FM stay the church let people broadcasting to tune Sunday opens the will classroom. We Sunday Journey." ing. class. designed Scripture more class lievers to be if they sus Youth p.m. for our vice do a house have It your a way because church, be serving. Families part the their remain believe children play If en out ery place as a It wears reach that they hands. We ask tanced who We ilize vices. There ter the offerings. online org. There on our we and Peace Mark 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.; Fri - day Bible study at 1 p.m. "Do not judge and you will not be judged. Do not con- demn and you will not be con- demned. Forgive and you will be forgiven" (Luke 6:37 NIV ). "Almighty God, help us look at all people as your beloved children. Teach us not to judge others, because only you have that right"—Amen. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 Bowman 812-582-8896 Sunday worship 9 a.m.; Sun- day school 10 :15 a.m. We are exploring the words in Philippians 4:4-9 and how they can help us thrive in cha- os. So many trials come into 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 King- dom of God, and His righteous- ness; 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 passes all understanding—He is in con- trol. 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