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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, June 13, 2018 C- 3 Continued in next column Continued from page 2 Pentecostal Presbyterian Nazarene Wesleyan Wesleyan Methodist Stendal Sunday worship service at 10 :15 a.m. Vacation Bible school, "Splash Canyon" June 18 - 21 from 6 -8 p.m. EDT with closing program on June 21 at 8 p.m. Bible Verse for the week: "For you were called to free- dom, brothers and sisters; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for self-in- dulgence, but through love becomes slaves to one anoth- er" (Galatians 5:13 NRSV ). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor Lutheran 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 812-749-3535 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. Douglas Low, Minister HOLLAND U.M. CHURCH 205 N. Second Ave. 812-536-4862 Thursday, June 14, 2 p.m. Senior balance exercise class; 8 p.m. men's softball vs Huntingburg UM/Salem. Sunday, June 17, 9 a.m. Sunday school classes and 10 :10 a.m. morning worship service. VBS: Monday, June 18 -Thursday, June 21 from 6 -8:15 p.m. at Augustana. Tuesday, June 19, 8 p.m. men's softball vs Zoar. Wednesday, June 20, 8 p.m. women's softball vs Zoar. Thursday, June 21, 7 p.m. men's softball vs Dale Bible. Keith Chanley, Pastor OTWELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 146, 10041E. Washington St. Otwell 812-766-3344 Facebook: Otwell Unit- ed Methodist Church & Jeff Pinney. Otwell United Method- ist invites you to join us this Sunday at 10 a.m. as we wor- ship the Lord our God in the name of Jesus Christ. Otwell United Methodist meets at 9 a.m. for Sunday School and you may also join us in class. "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his peo- ple 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 mature, attain- ing 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 Worship service begins each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. EDT. There will be a Father's Day presentation by the children. Sermon Series: "Com- pelled by Love." Sermon Title: "The Fa- ther's Heart of Us." Scripture Reading: Luke 15:28 -32. Theme Statement: Love is the very heart of God. However, understanding the meaning of the para- ble of the prodigal son will enable the church to bet- ter demonstrate his love to the culture that we live in. In this chapter we see how the waves of influence, moving outward touch the outermost fringe of human- ity. There are three ways the father's heart can touch others through us. 1. Hearing God's Heart. 2. Having God's Heart. 3. Hosting God's Heart- felt celebration. 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 SPURGEON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 11505 N. Hwy. 61 Spurgeon Pastor 812-922-5362 Church service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Bi- ble study, Thursday at 1 p.m. "Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord" (Luke 19:38 NIV ). People are still curious about Jesus, let others see Jesus. We honor God's name when we live like his chil- dren. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 in Bowman 812-582-8896 Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school 10 :45 a.m.; Thursday evening Bible study at 6:30 p.m. 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 righ- teousness; 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. Questions regarding church events, call 812-582- 8896. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 11, Petersburg, IN 47567. Terry Kamman, Pastor Judy Gumbel, Reporter ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Thursday, June 14, Mos- quito Fest meeting. Sunday, June 17, morning worship service and 10 :15 a.m. Sunday school classes. VBS: Monday, June 18 -Thursday, June 21, 6 -8:15 p.m. at Augustana. Tuesday, June 19, 8 p.m., men's softball vs Holland UM. Wednesday, June 20, 8 p.m., women's softball vs Holland UM. Keith Chanley, Pastor CHURCH NOTE DEADLINE 10 A.M. EVERY TUESDAY 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 service at 6 p.m.; eve- ning worship at 6 p.m. and Wednesday prayer service at 6 p.m. We need to be the church to the world around us. Ac- cording to Romans 16:1-2, there are three things we can do. We can be a sister to those around us—treat them like family, and show true love and care to them. We can be servants—en- courage those around us, show true hospitality, be kind and serve others well. Last, we are called to be saints—reflecting the glory of our Lord more and more as we serve Him. Our minds can become like Christ. Upcoming activities and services • Father's Day, Sunday, June 17. All fathers and grandfathers will be recog- nized in our morning wor- ship service, beginning at 10 :30 a.m. • "Splash Canyon" Va- cation Bible School, June 18 -22 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. All children are welcome to at- tend. • Birthday/Anniversary celebration, Sunday, July 1, following the evening ser- vice. Bring food to share. Need a church home? Stop in and visit us. We would love to have you be a part of our church family. David Warren, Pastor Jeannine Smith, Report- er WINSLOW NAZARENE CHURCH 106 W. Washington St. Winslow 915-490-8813 9 a.m. coffee and fellow- ship; Prayer at 9:30 a.m.; Sun- day school 9:45 a.m.; Sunday morning worship celebration 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday eve- ning Bible talk at 6 p.m.; wom- en's prayer, Monday from 10 - 11 a.m. Monthly birthday and anni- versary celebration is the first Sunday of the month at 6 p.m. Irene's Room Food Pantry will be open from 9 -11 a.m. Use the entrance on the west side of the building. If you are in need of food, come and see us. We will kick-off VBS, June 24 at 5 p.m. with registra- tion, food and games. The theme this year will be "Ship- wrecked—Rescued by Jesus." It will run nightly from June 25 -28 from 6 -8 p.m. Toddlers to fifth grade are welcome. On Sunday we will honor the men for Father's Day and Rev. Chris Hughes will bring the message. If you would like to donate to our food pantry, this week we are collecting toliet paper, laundry detergent, shampoo and bath soap. Pray for our children and teachers this week as they begin summer break. Also continue to pray for the Nazarene churches in Cuba who lost 10 pastoral couples in the May 18 plane crash. If you are looking for a church, we would love to have you join us for our services at any time. Looking forward to meeting you. Have a blessed week. Fred J. Grenier, Pastor Corinna Williams, Report- er 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 worship service at 10 a.m.; Sunday school classes at 10 :45 a.m.; Every other Tuesday night, prayer at 7 p.m. The natural seasons have been changing and it now feels like summer. Are the seasons of your life chang- ing and you are entering a new arena of life in Christ Jesus? Have you begun to grow in grace and knowl- edge of our Lord and Sav- iour and fulfilling the plan and purposes of God in your life? It is time for change to begin to reach this world with the gospel. Pray for your country, our President and government, your local government, our soldiers and all Pastors. Re- member to pray for the sick and afflicted and those in the nursing homes and hos- pitals. Also pray about the elections. Be a friend to your neigh- bors, co-workers, any with whom you come into con- tact. To have a friend, you need to be a friend. Jesus said what you give out is what you will receive back. May you find peace and joy in your life this week. God's servant and friend to humanity, George Bruce, Pastor MAIN STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10th and Main Streets, Petersburg 812-354-6844 Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m.; Youth group Monday evening at 6 p.m. Come vis- it us, our doors are always open to you. Pentecost Petals The Pantheon, dedicated in 126 A.D. as the home of ancient Roman gods, is now a Catholic basilica. In a tra- dition dating back to the sev- enth century, on Pentecost Sunday thousands of rose petals are dropped through the roof's opening onto wor- shippers below. The red pet- als symbolize the Holy Spir- it descending on Jesus' disci- ples, as well as the blood Je- sus shed on the cross. To accomplish this "rose rain," five firefighters climb to the roof after mass. While the choir sings the ancient hymn Veni Creator Spiri- tus ("Come Creator Spir- it"), firefighters empty sev- en bags of petals through the building's 27-foot-wide ocu- lus, or eye in the sky. Office hours: 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Boyd Heldring, Pastor Amy Melhiser, Secretary HUNTINGBURG HOLINESS CHURCH 813 N. Washington St. Huntingburg Pastor 812-354-4273 Sunday morning service and Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday prayer and praise 7 p.m. Everyone is always wel- come. For information or trans- portation, call the Pastor. Brent S. Myers, Pastor NEW BEGINNING FELLOWSHIP WESLEYAN CHURCH 9th and McCoy, Petersburg Pastor 812-632-0773 Sunday morning worship 10 :30 a.m. You are invited to worship with us. Richard Comer, Pastor 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 wom- en's Bible study at the fellow- ship hall 10 a.m. Help Somebody It was a cold winter's day that Sunday. The parking lot to the church was filling up quickly. I noticed as I got out of my car that fellow church members were whispering among themselves as they walked to the church. As I got closer I saw a man leaned up against the wall outside the church. He was almost laying down as if he was asleep. He had on a long trench coat that was almost in shreds and a hat topped his head, pulled down so you couldn't see his face. He wore shoes that looked 30 years old, too small for his feet, with holes all over them, his toes stuck out. I as- sumed this man was home- less, and asleep, so I walked on by through the doors of the Church. Someone brought up the man who was laying out- side. People snickered and gossiped, but no one both- ered to ask him to come in, including me. A few mo- ments later church began. We all waited for the Preach- er to take his place, and to give us The Word, when the doors to the church opened. In came the homeless man, walking down the aisle with his head down. People gasped and whis- pered and made faces. He made his way down the aisle and up onto the pulpit. When he took off his hat and coat my heart sank. There stood our preacher... he was the "homeless man." No one said a word... the room was silent and still. Then the preacher took his Bible and laid it on the stand. "Folks, I don't think I have to tell you what I'm preach- ing about today." Then he started singing the words to this song—"If I can help somebody as I pass along, If I can cheer somebody with a word or song, If I can show somebody that he's traveling wrong, Then my living shall not be in vain"—Author Un- known. "This is my command- ment, that you love one an- other as I have loved you" ( John 15:12). We invite all of you to come and worship with us. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter NOTICE OF A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION FOR CITY OF PETERSBURG FOR FUNDING THROUGH THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE RURAL DEVELOPMENT TO PROVIDE WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS The City of Petersburg is filing an application with the United States of America Department of Agriculture Rural Development for funding of a water system improvements project for their existing water system. There will be a public information meeting on June 18, 2018 at 6:30 P.M. (Local Time) at the City Hall located at 704 East Main Street, Petersburg, IN 47567 to discuss the proposed project. A representative of Midwestern Engineers, Inc. will be there to explain the current situation and the improvements planned for the system. Improvements include a new water treatment plant, a new groundwater supply well, a new elevated water storage tank, rehabilitation and recoating of the East Side Tank and Hornady Park Tanks, water meter replacement, water main replacement projects, and asset management implementation. Any questions the public might have on the project will be welcomed during this meeting. Kiwanis Saturday, June 16 6 p.m. to ?? We play the old-fashioned way. Shutter cards are furnished. Come and Go as You Please! Come Help Us Help Our Kids! NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS AND NO SMOKING IN THE BUILDING. INDIANA GAMING LICENSE # 125109 Play for Cash!!! FOOD & DRINKS AVAILABLE at the VFW in Petersburg. 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