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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, March 3, 2021 B-7 MINUTES Continued from page 5 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 5 Pentecostal Nazarene Nazarene Presbyterian Wesleyan teousness" (v. 3), the "knowl- edge" of verse 4 must refer to knowledge of the Scriptures, the only knowledge that can turn people to righteousness. In that day, "the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the LORD" (Isa. 11:9) since knowledge of Him will be in- creased. The subsequent context bears this out as well. When Daniel is told that "the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end" (v. 9), it is in the end times that "the wise shall understand" (v. 10), and it is then that knowledge of the Scriptures shall be increased, and God's people will use that knowledge to turn many to righteousness (Dan. 11:33). Methodist ment with her hair dresser. I don't understand how anyone can go to a stylist and come out looking so good while I could go in and come out look- ing the same(plain ugly). I was told once that they have to have something to work with before they can make you look good. The last time I had my hair cut in a beauty shop I was charged a search fee for find- ing any hair to cut along with the charge for a haircut. I finally broke down and bought a cabin air filter for our Honda. It was amazingly easy to change and certainly made a difference in the air- flow of our car. Maybe you wouldn't notice a difference if you change yours, but there is defiantly more air moving in the car. There is yet confusion about the COVID vaccina- tion about how safe it is and does it do any good at all. Ma- ny people are thinking they will be alright if they become sick with it and perhaps they won't even catch it. I've heard of people who have gone out in public knowing something was wrong. I hope these folks don't become ill and I also hope and pray that the vac- cine works like it should. I cover both modes of thought because I don't want anyone else to die from COVID. I hope those who have taken the shot stay happy and well. If you feel strongly about not taking the vaccine then don't, but I feel taking the shot may well be helping us all. Not too sure about our new President, because he has do- ne his best to become a one man government by all of his executive orders and doing away with many good things which has placed Ameri- ca in a better position in the world. For goodness sake why wouldn't we want our country to excel and not be a stepping stone for the rest of the world. I feel like we have already stepped back and became weaker, God forbid. This is not a political statement be- cause that only leads to hard feelings but everyone has an opinion and mine is for being an American who desires the best for my fellow mankind. Sunday morning we had church at Cup Creek and we had a good message about " where are you going? " There are maps and devices like compasses which will help you with directions. There is one destination to which you must seek forgiveness and ac- ceptance in order to even get on the right path, but once you are on the path you are helped everyday by God and His Son. Well it is time to shut off the Rambling Mind and send this to the editor but we are still challenged to share our bless- ings with everyone. Stay well and safe next week and always we love you. PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the STORMY Cats are like rainbows: Kittens are the joy at one end. Old cats are the trea- sure at the other end. This week PAWS is fea- turing a precious young fe- line named Stormy. Inquis- itive as the day is long, de- scribes this dainty ball of fur quite well. She exhibits the balance of a tightrope walker as she stalks what- ever she can find in the of- fice at PAWS, including a fellow canine's twitching tail as he sleeps on the floor. Stormy is a spotted gray kitty with a tabby face and promises to win your heart upon first meeting. To adopt Stormy, call 812- 354-9894. CHURCH 812-239-6843 ser- school ALFORD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1709 E. SR. 356 Petersburg Sunday school scheduled the first Sunday of each month at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship each week at 10 :30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to come and worship with us. Shane Springer, 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.; 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 allow the Holy Spirit to devel- op within us maturity of spir- it, unity of faith and knowl- edge of the Son of God, so that we may be prepared to share His love, mercy and grace through our words and actions 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. Neal Scifres, 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 Methodist in- vites you to join us this Sun- day at 10 :30 a.m. as we wor- ship our Lord Jesus 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 uni- ty in the faith and in the knowl- edge of the Son of God and be- come mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ" (Ephesians 4:11-13, NIV ). Jeff Pinney, Pastor PETERSBURG FREE METHODIST CHURCH 202 Walnut Street As the number of COVID cas- es decreases, people are start- ing to return to many of the ac- tivities they have been missing. We are returning to many of our regular activities. We cur- rently meet in person for wor- ship service at 10 :30 a.m. on Sunday. The messages are al- so live on Facebook, or you can watch the message later. With the weather getting warmer, we will start transmitting via an FM station, if you prefer to stay in your car and listen in the church parking lot. We will let people know when we start broadcasting and what channel to tune into. Sunday School for all ages re- opens at 9:30 a.m. Location of the classes has changed. We will help you get to the proper classroom. We have also started a new Sunday School class called "The Journey." Jodi Correll is teach- ing. This is not an age-based class. It is a discipleship class designed to help people know Scripture better, and become more like Jesus. It is a great class for young adults, new be- lievers and people who just want to be refreshed and grow, even if they have been following Je- sus for years. Youth Group meets at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. It is our goal for our youth group to be ser- vice oriented. The teens will do a work project at someone's house or other ministry, and have a brief devotional. It is important that we have your contact information and a way to contact each teen, because we may meet at the church, or at the place we will be serving. Families are welcome take part in the service project, but the parents are responsible for their children. The nursery will remain closed for now. We don't believe it is a good idea to allow children of different families to play together at this time. If your child needs to be tak- en out of the service, the nurs- ery can always be used as a place to change your child, or as a cry room. It is important that everyone wears their masks until they reach their seat. We also ask that people stay with the group they came with and not shake hands. We use every other pew, and ask that you stay socially dis- tanced from those in your pew who you did not come with. We make every effort to ster- ilize our facility between ser- vices. There is a basket as you en- ter the sanctuary for tithes and offerings. You may also give online through petersburgfmc. org. There is a link to our website on our Facebook page also, and we often put announcements and information on both pages. 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 UNITED CHURCH 812-202- office Fri- will con- con- will NIV ). look beloved judge have Sun- words how cha- into the things Life God, King- righteous- will (Matthew add- our passes all con- River church -3344 or Road PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. Church 812-354-8851 Service times: Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. Praise and Worship service; 5 p.m. Bible study; Teen activities; Wednesday at 6 p.m. Bible study. Sunday morning service is available via transmitter. Pull in to the church parking lot and tune your radio to 104.3 FM and hear the service from the comfort of your car. As we continue to celebrate this Lenten season, come hear Pastor Steve share a message on the resurrection power— God's power over life and death—from Matthew 9:18 - 26. Sunday morning services are available on our Facebook page—Petersburg Church of the Nazarene or look for us on YouTube. Visit our website www.petersburgnaz.com for additional information. If the church can be of as- sistance to you, contact us at pastor@petersburgnaz.com. We hope you will join us Sun- day as we celebrate our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Steve Hamilton, Pastor WINSLOW NAZARENE CHURCH 106 W. Washington St. Winslow 989-941-7190 Love, Care, Serve, Share Sunday morning service at 10 :30 a.m. Greetings to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. You are welcome to connect with our church either in per- son or online. Facebook: Winslow Church of the Nazarene. YouTube: Winslow Nazarene. Website: bit.ly/winslownaz. Irene's Food Pantry: Every third Saturday from 10 -11:30 a.m. Hope to see you soon. Joe Decker, Pastor 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 service 10 :15 a.m.; Children's Sunday school at 11 a.m. There will be no Easter Egg Hunt this year, due to COVID. The snow is gone, weath- er is beginning to warm up. I believe now is the time for the church to warm up. The church as a whole has been cold and indifferent and not as concerned about the loss. I be- lieve God is beginning to pour out His Spirit and it's time to be in that place to receive. I have a sermon prepared ti- tled "Are You Ready" to awak- en the church. Be blessed and be safe in the days ahead. Pray for your president, con- gress, unsaved loved ones, those that are sick and hos- pitalized, nursing home resi- dents, friends and neighbors. Also, pray for the peace of Je- rusalem. May your week be peaceful and fulfilling, and be thankful for that which you do have. George Bruce, Jr., Pastor OAKLAND CITY FIRST PENTECOST Hwy. 64 East Sunday morning service 9:30 a.m. with children's Sun- day school during the minis- try of the Word; Sunday and Wednesday evening services at 6 p.m.; Song practice the second and third Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m. All services are CST (Gibson Co. times). In II Kings 4, the prophet Elisha meets up with a widow on hard times. Creditors are about to take her sons. Elisha said to her, "What shall I do for you? " Yes, God knows our needs but we must pray to re- ceive. He's asking, "What shall I do for you? " The proph- et takes the only thing the wid- ow has, "some oil", blesses it and through her using what she had, God multiplied back to her several times over. If all you have is your faith, "use it." He will bless it to meet your needs. Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812-749 -1122 (leave a mes- sage). MAIN STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10th and Main Streets, Petersburg 812-354-6844 Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m. Come visit us, our doors are always open to you. God and your money What money? That's a good question. The sad reality is that ma- ny American families spend more money than they make. That should be a shocking fact for Christians. Why? Because Christians are supposed to be good stewards of all that we have: our time, talent, intel- ligence, energy and posses- sions, including money. Let's consider money from the Christian standpoint: 1. It is not sinful to earn all the legitimate money one can garner. In itself, money is not evil. It is the love of money we must resist. 2. It is important to save as much as one can — at least 10 percent. 3. It is vital to make a bud- get and stick to it. 4. God owns the world and gives us the responsibility to take care of it. It takes money to care for home and property. 5. We should strive to give at least 10 percent to God's work, which includes the church. 6. One reliable fact about stewardship: There is no way we can out-give our loving God. Ever! Office hours: 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Amy Melhiser, Secretary OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH 2277 N. Mechanics St. Otwell Pastor 812-354-3028 Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m.; 6:30 p.m. Sunday evening wor- ship service. Hope and Confidence in God Regardless of the many per- sonal problems, political prob- lems, and COVID, God is still in control. This world is filled with trou- bles, hardship, and pain that sometimes seem to be without solution. However, with Jesus as our Anchor, we have every reason to hope and believe for things in life to get better. In times of unimaginable hardship and pain, even when you can't sense His presence, God is there. So keep on praying and be- lieving, and one day, your bur- dens will lift, and it will be as a beautiful spring day; with the sun shining, the flowers blooming, and the birds sing- ing. Perhaps, with the realiza- tion that God has seen you through yet another storm, you will say, "I knew I could count on you, Father, thank you, it's a pretty good world after all"—Amen. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter net edition pressdispatch.net/edition Web, Smartphone, Tablet Streamline the Headline! The Press Dispatch PIKE COUNTY'S NEWS NETWORK