The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, December 12, 2012 C-5 ★ Church news Continued from page 4 They were hoping for a large army, not a multitude of the heavenly host. They anticipated a bigger and better David, not the obscure rabbi who always seemed like an outsider when He visited Jerusalem. They probably expected an orator, but did not expect the speeches of this Messiah to leave people speechless. The very best things God does in our lives usually come as a surprise to us. So wouldn't it be surprising if we, who think we know so much about Jesus, would be startled to see Him in a Vincent Christian whole new way. Devotion written by Rev, church Don Collins. 8264 E. State Rd. 56 www.petersburgnaz.net. Morning worship and the Come and join us as we— Lord's Supper 9:30; Bible school 10:30; Sunday eve- Enter to Worship; Leave to ning 6:30. Everyone is invit- Serve. Michael P. Elliott, Pastor ed to these services. 354-6351—Home "Prayer" Nothing lies beyond the reach of prayer except that arthur g.b. church Sunday morning worship which lies outside the will service 10:30; Bible study of God. The Bible says, "Now this Wednesday at 6; Youth afis the confidence that we ter school until 5; Business have in Him, that if we ask meeting third Wednesday of anything according to His each month at 7. November and December will, He hears us. And if we business meeting has been know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that scheduled for this Wedneswe have the petitions that we day at 6. The annual Christmas have asked of Him" (I John program will be Sunday eve5:14-15). Remember to pray accord- ning, December 23 at 6. We invite you to join us for ing to His will. our services. John Manges, Minister Kyle Moore, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter Hephzibah-Lit tles First Church of God 2135 E. Main, Petersburg Sunday services 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Children's church 10; Wednesday night Bible study 6. Dec. 14—Worldwide Day of Prayer for Indiana. Dec. 15—Adult Sunday School class Christmas party at Bill and Betty Cochren's house at 4 p.m. Dec. 23—Christmas caroling at 5 p.m. Lisa Wilson, Reporter G.B. Church 743 W. C.R.125 S. Petersburg Sunday school 9:30; Sunday morning worship and children's church at 10:30; Sunday evening 6; Wednesday Bible study and Wednesday night youth at 7. On Wednesday, Dec. 19, we will be having our church Christmas party and Chinese auction at 7 p.m. If you would like to participate in the auction, bring an unmarked gift. Soup will be provided. Bring sandwiches or a dessert for the meal. Sunday, Dec. 30, we will be having our fifth Sunday night services at the church. There will be a meal at the fellowship hall at 5 p.m. followed by singing at the church at 6 p.m. 4 His Praise will be the guest singers. Keith Jenkins Sr., Pastor Jamie Jenkins, Reporter PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. 354-8851—Church We invite you to join us in all our services. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30; youth meeting 5 p.m.; evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday adult Bible study/prayer 7 p.m. "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord" (Luke 2:11). Some people think that "Christ" is Jesus' last name. Jesus Christ, like Joe Johnson or Audrey Smith. If you have thought that, don't feel bad. It is just evidence that over the centuries our understanding of Jesus as the Christ has become so solid in our thinking that we don't think of "Jesus" without "Christ." Jesus is His name, Christ is His title. Among all the titles He bears, Son of God, Son of Man, Good Shepherd, Alpha and Omega, it all begins in the gospel story with this one incredible announcement: "He is Christ the Lord." "Christos" in Greek, and thus, "Christ" in English; "Messiah" in Hebrew, which means "Anointed One." But what is the meaning of "Anointed One?" In the Old Testament, three kinds of people were anointed: kings, priests and prophets. So when we hear "Christ," we should think of Jesus in each of those three roles. He is a king, ruling in people's lives not just because they are in His realm but also because He is in their hearts. He is a priest, one who stands between God and humanity—One who sacrifices; One who intercedes, the mediator, the bridge. He is a Prophet. Prophets had brought the words of God to the people, but the Messiah is the Word of God to the people. In those days, when the heavy hand of Caesar Augustus dominated the Holy Land, people were looking for the Anointed One to come. sus did when He was upon this earth for He is our example. You will feel the presence of His Spirit and be refreshed and renewed. Remember to pray for your loved ones, friends and neighbors that are sick in body or facing problems of life. Only thing missing in ch-rch is you that don't know Jesus. Hope to see you in church Sunday. In His Service. George Bruce, Pastor Rumbletown Free Methodist Church 1485 N. St. Rd. 57 Petersburg Adult Sunday school 9:30; children's Sunday school 10; morning worship 10:30; evening worship 6; Wednesday Bible studies 7. "When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life'" (John 8:12, NIV). What a wonderful promise! During this festive Christmas season when we light our yards; light our houses; light our Christmas trees; isn't it comforting to know we never walk in darkness again. Jesus will light our life. Come worship "The Light of Life" at the little church with the big heart that stands beside the road. We invite you to an old fashion country Christmas Candlelight Service at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24, as we PLEASANT RIDGE celebrate the birth of our G.B. CHURCH King, Jesus. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; The Rumbletown Church morning worship 10:30; eve- is located three and one half ning song service 6:30. Ev- miles south of Petersburg on eryone is always welcome. Indiana State Road 57. We want to thank God Church phone—354-8312 for His mercy, love and anJim Harrell, Pastor swered prayer. Continue to pray for one another, the Zoar united unsaved, the prayer list, for methodist church all who are traveling, for 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 the sick and needy, for the Sunday morning worship ones in hospitals and nurs8:30 and 10:30 a.m.; Sunday ing homes, for the military school classes 9:30; Christand their families, our Presmas program practice 11:30; ident and his family, and all Christmas play practice 1 decisions that are made. If p.m.; Caroling 2:30 p.m. you need spiritual help or inTuesday, Bible study 9:30 formation, call Dale or Terri a.m. 812-789-2348. Wednesday, Youth group We want to extend our 6:30 p.m. sympathy to anyone who Thursday, SPRC meeting has lost a loved one. at Holland UM 6 p.m.; Bible The devil is at work sowstudy 7 p.m. ing his seed. He will do anyMarianne Hawkins, Pasthing to keep someone from tor following Christ—blind Logan McCullough, Assothem with the pleasures of ciate Pastor this world, distract them or confuse them, etc, even winslow g.b. cause misunderstandings church between friends or family. Sunday school 9:30; There will be a judgement day, so we need to morning worship and chilstay focused on God and dren's church 10:30; Sunto be ready to meet Him af- day evening worship 6:30; ter death. There will be no Wednesday, K4J and Teen mourning or pain in Heaven. class 6:30; adult Bible study All tears will be wiped away. will be Thursday 6:30 p.m. We need to live our lives in We will be studying in the book of Acts. the light of Jesus Christ. First Thursday of each Remember—If you will month Advisory Board honor God, He will honor meeting before Bible study, you. Thought: The words we business meeting will follow. Everyone is invited to join speak set the course for our us for coffee and fellowship life. at 9:20 each Sunday mornHave a great week. ing before Sunday school. Dale Frederick, Pastor December 23 at 10 a.m. Lois K. Fowler, Reporter Christmas program with adults and children's church house of mercy Sunday morning worship singing and uplifting messervice 10; children's class sages. And the angel said to 10:10; teen class 10:45 a.m.; Sunday and Thursday night them, "Fear not, for behold, services 7 p.m.; Nursing I bring you good news of home services fourth Sun- great joy that will be for all day of each month at Am- the people. For unto you is ber Manor in Petersburg at born this day in the city of 2 p.m. There will be no night David a Savior, who is Christ service at House of Mercy the Lord" (Luke 2:10-11). Jesus is the reason for evon this day. Every other Tuesday ery season. Be in prayer this week night is intercessory prayer for the lost, the sick, our at 7 at House of Mercy. There is a song, "The church, our country and Shadow of the Cross," and leaders and always each the chorus starts out, "are other. God's blessings on you living in the shadow of you this week. Try to be kind and show the cross?" The word shadow means to protect or shel- God's love because everyter. You are protected and one is fighting some kind of accepted and also you will battle. If you don't have a church find comfort in the shadow home we invite you to any of of the cross. Jesus took our place and our services. Terry Beadles, Pastor at the end His words were, Kathy Henderson, Re"it is finished." So everything you need to make it porter through life is in the shadHolland United ow of the cross. It is not the cross in itself that has any Methodist Church 205 N. 2nd Ave. power but what Jesus did. Sunday school classes 9; You are a valuable asset to the Kingdom of God so step morning worship 10; Joyful out and step up to God's plan Noise at Dubois Co. Musefor your life and receive a um 1:30. Wednesday, Children's blessing and let the Lord Christmas program practice use you. If you are looking for a 5:30-7 p.m.; Chancel Choir house of worship come by practice 7:15 p.m. Thursday, SPRC meeting and visit. We have a family atmosphere and people 6 p.m. Marianne Hawkins, Paswith big hearts of love desiring to see people grow tor Logan McCullough, Assoin a relationship with Jesus. We will show you mer- ciate Pastor cy and compassion as our JeContinued on page 8 Kindergarteners, Blaine Barnett, Jayden Bolin and Angel Belcher from Deb Smith's class stop for a picture during the costume parade on Friday of American Education Week. They are followed by Egyptian, Lily Deffendoll, behind them in the parade. About every country seemed to be represented in the student's parade. WES celebrated American Education Week The Winslow Elementary School celebrated American Education Week by going "Around the World" this year. The school was decorated for the week and the students had special lunches, speakers from foreign countries, crafts, and various classroom activities. The week included a staff sumo wrestling contest which some considered the highlight. All the classrooms planned educational activities and lessons centered around the different continents. As they walked through the halls, students could visit Egypt, Asia, Mexico, the Amazon, a castle and Argentina. They even ate lunch every day in Italy. Friday at the end of the week was a dress-up day. Parents and grandparents joined their children for a special lunch. The students and staff look forward to a new and exciting American Education Week each year. Winslow Elementary fifth graders walk down the halls during the costume parade on Friday of American Education Week. The parade has become a tradition for the students to show their outfits and to see how everyone else chose to dress for the day. Mike Higdon of Petersburg played the bagpipes for the Winslow students during American Education Week. He is shown with fifth graders Brandon Goeppner and Avery Dyer who are also dressed for the week. Riley Bolin from Lindsey William's kindergarten class is joined by her mom Jaime Bolin and grandmother, Marla Morrison at the special lunch on Friday. Why Wait for Better Vision? "When I came in, I didn't even know I had cataracts. After he did the first eye, it was amazing! I could see!" -Daria "Jean" Pierson Schedule your appointment today!