The Press-Dispatch
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C-4 The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, December 19, 2012 ★ Church news Continued from page 1 Bethel G.B. Church Sunday school 9:30; morning worship 10:30; all Wednesday evening activities 6:30 except our Amber Manor service begins at 6:15. Wednesday, Dec. 19— we'll continue our Bible study of 1 Samuel 3 through 5 at 6:30. Sunday, Dec. 23—The fourth Sunday and our morning offering will go to the building fund. Christmas program titled "Operation Baby King" beginning at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome! We will not go to Amber Manor for our special service on Wednesday, Dec. 26 due to the holidays. Sunday, Dec. 30—Fifth Sunday and we'll have a communion service during the morning worship service. Wednesday, Jan. 2—we'll continue our Bible study of 1 Samuel 6 through 8 at 6:30. Sunday, Jan. 6—Assistant Sunday. The F.R.O.G.s and Tadpoles will have their special activities during the Sunday School Hour and the morning worship service. Thought for the week— Should He come in the dawn of morning, at noon or at twilight dim, I only pray that every day I'll be waiting and watching for Him. -Bearden Bob Deel, Pastor Alan Christmas, Reporter twin oaks church Sunday school, Junior church and youth class 9:30; morning worship 10:30; evening service 6:30; Wednesday evening prayer and praise service 7. December 19 we will go Christmas Caroling in place of our regular prayer meeting. Sunday, December 23, at 6:30 p.m. the Dan Plemmons family will give us a mini concert. Everyone is welcome to each service. Tim Miller, Pastor Martha Breidenbaugh, Reporter Holland United Methodist Church 205 N. 2nd Ave. Sunday – Sunday school classes 9 a.m.; morning worship 10 a.m.; Christmas Program 7 p.m. Tuesday – Christmas morning worship service 9:30 a.m. Marianne Hawkins, Pastor Logan McCullough, Associate Pastor Zoar united methodist church 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Sunday – Morning worship 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.; Sunday school classes 9:30; Christmas program practice 11:30 a.m.; Christmas play practice 1 p.m. Monday – Christmas Eve Program 7 p.m. Marianne Hawkins, Pastor Logan McCullough, Associate Pastor ABUNDANT LIFE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 409 S. 4th St., Petersburg Sunday services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Thursday 7 p.m., casual Bible study groups last Thursday of month at 7 p.m. God Came Near "His kingdom will never end" (Luke 1:33). She looks into the face of her baby. Her son. Her Lord. Her Savior. At this point in history, the person who best understands who God is and what he is doing is a teenage girl in a smelly stable. She can't take her eyes off him. Somehow Mary knows she is holding God. So this is he. She remembers the words of H Religious viewpoint Continued from page 1 ists or political correctness rob us of a Christ centered Christmas. There is a reason for this season and it is the birth of a savior in Bethlehem approximately 2,000 years ago. Christ came to change our world but first he must change our hearts. Our children must know and understand the great Christian traditions of our faith. It is time for religious bashing to stop in our schools and public life. This past year has been one of great turmoil, deception and wrong choices but let us still hope and pray for a better tomorrow. the angel. "His kingdom will never end." He looks like anything but a king. His face is red. His cry is the helpless and piercing cry of a baby. But he was God in the flesh. Majesty in the midst of human nature. Holiness in the filth of a dirty stable. The Divine in a place less than inhabitable. Mary was looking into the face of God! Oh wonder of wonders, how could it be, that God became man and came to me! May I always give myself to him, because He gave his all for me. Give Jesus the gift of yourself this wonderful season of the year. Merry Christmas from the Abundant Life Church Family! For questions or more information call 766-3474. Troy Johnson, Pastor Ron Ficklin, Reporter First United Methodist Church 801 E. Walnut St. Petersburg Sunday morning worship 9:30; fellowship 10:25– 10:40; Sunday school 10:40– 11:30. Dec. 23—Children's Christmas Program during worship service. Dec. 24—Live Nativity by youth group at 10 p.m. on church lawn; Christmas Eve service at 11 p.m. with youth in charge. ". . .Try something different this year. Before you dive into gift giving, partying or watching parades and ball games on television, gather your loved ones around and read them the Christmas story. Your children will never forget it. They might even make it a tradition they carry on with their children, too: (1) Tell them that whether you are rich like the wise men or poor like the shepherds, Jesus loves you. Your social status makes no difference. He values you just as you are. (2) Tell them that when Jesus came, He never left. His Word says, 'I will never leave you nor forsake you. So we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper (Heb 13:5-6 NKJV).' (3) Tell them every prophecy concerning Christ's first coming came to pass, and that the prophecies in the Bible concerning His second coming are being fulfilled right now. So if they're wise they'll seek Him, surrender to Him, serve Him and be ready when He comes" (Taken in part from The Word For You Today). See you in church next Sunday. Mel Camp, Pastor glezen revival center Sunday school 9:30, Phillip Sharp, Superintendent; adult class teacher is Rick Jones; morning worship service and children church 10:15. No service on Wednesday, Dec. 19. The Praise and Worship team invite you to go Christmas caroling at 5:30 p.m. There will be a Christmas candlelight service on Sunday, Dec. 23 at 6:30 p.m. New Years Eve, Dec. 31 we will have game night in the Life Center. Bring finger foods and your favorite game. Nursery will be available at this time. God's precious Son Jesus, our Salvation "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16). "For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). "...while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8). "He was wounded for our transgressions...bruised for our iniquities...with his stripes we are healed" (Isaiah 53:5). "God sent his only begotten Son into the world that we might live through Him. Herein is love not that we loved God, but that he loved us, And sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins" ( I John 4:9-10). Jesus Christ is Lord. Come to Jesus, ask Him to be your Saviour. He will give you everlasting life. God is love. His mercy endureth forever. Jesus loves you. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. The church website— www.glezenrevivalcenter. org. Everyone is welcome to all of our services. Don Priest, Pastor Jerry Blackwell, Assistant Pastor Billie A. Grubb, Reporter This week PAWS is featuring a jolly young pup named Jax who has his stocking hung and is ready to be adopted by some loving family this Christmas. To adopt Jax call PAWS at 354-9894. PAWS pet of the week He's wrapped up in Christmas from his tail to his head, his stocking was hung above his small bed. He left Ole St. Nick his best tennis ball. Merry Christmas to one Merry Christmas to all! This week PAWS is featuring a jolly young pup named Jax. And even though Jax is the last pup from his litter, he is keeping his chin up and Santa hat on hoping that he too will be adopted by Christmas morn. Jax is nine weeks old and has Terrier and Rottweiler heritage. He has soft, short golden fur, with a touch of white on his chest and paws. His tail has some dark black fur as does a small area above his nose. Jax has a very laid back disposition and is very social. He has been in a loving foster home where he was well socialized and loved so he would make a terrific family dog. To adopt Jax, call 354-9894. PAWS is accepting donations of Rawhides, Nylabones, Dingos, Fiddlesticks, Sturdy dog toys, interactive cat toys and Temptations, paper towels, bleach, and high efficiency laundry detergent. We appreciate all the supporters throughout the year. I am a virgin?' The angel the Lord. . ." suddenly there night at 6 p.m., we have a answered, 'The Holy Spirit was with the angel a multi- casual evening service. will come upon you, and the tude of heavenly host praisMonday at 6:30 p.m. the power of the Most High will ing God and saying: "Glory Study Buddies meet in the overshadow you. So the holy to God in the highest, And new fellowship hall; Knitone to be born will be called on earth peace, goodwill to- wits get together Tuesday the Son of God'" (Luke 1:28- ward men!" (Luke 2:10-14). at 3:30 p.m.; Wednesday It is neat to note that this evening our kids and youth 35). ministry starts at 6:30 p.m. No matter how great you child was for all people. John Manges, Minister and our adult Bible study is think you are, no matter how at 7 p.m. insignificant you think you Petersburg free are, God can call on you at Peace and joy in the Lord, any time, sometimes for a methodist church Mark Schlechty, Pastor We had an outstanding great service, sometimes for a small service. How will you Christmas program this past glezen g.b. church Sunday school 9:30; mornrespond? Mary said: "I am week. The music, drama and children's portion reminded ing worship 10:30; Wednesthe Lord's servant." Come worship Jesus, God us of the joy of Christmas fol- day Bible study 6:30. Remember those on our with us, at the little church lowing the tragedy in Conprayer list, the shut-ins and with the big heart that necticut. Rumbletown Free stands besides the road. We are so grateful for our our lost loved ones. Christmas is one of the Methodist Church The Rumbletown Church security and blessings. Yet 1485 N. St. Rd. 57 at the same time, our hearts best times of the year to is located three and one half Petersburg miles south of Petersburg on break for the families that share the light of Jesus with Adult and teen Sunday Indiana State Road 57. lost so much because of the others. People seem to have school 9:30 a.m.; children's Church phone—354-8312 evil attack on innocent chil- a spirit of good will and they Sunday school 10 a.m.; dren and school staff. We want to share joy with one Jim Harrell, Pastor morning worship 10:30 Eddie Bennett, Associate continue to pray for them as another. What could be they grieve and try to make more joyful than sharing a.m.; evening worship on Pastor the light of Jesus with those sense of a senseless act. hiatus until March 9, 2013; Tuesday Bible study 4 p.m.; Vincent Christian There will be no Sunday who need it? church "For unto us a child is Christmas Eve Candlelight evening service this coming 8264 E. State Rd. 56 Service 9 p.m. Sunday. Christmas Eve, Pas- born, unto us a son is givMorning worship and the tor Paul will be serving com- en. . .and his name shall be "The angel went to her and said, 'Greetings, you Lord's Supper 9:30 a.m.; Bi- munion between the hours called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The evwho are highly favored! ble school 10:30 a.m. You of 4:30-6 p.m. The Lord is with you.' Mary are invited to these services. On Dec. 31, we will meet erlasting Father, The Prince Christmas was greatly troubled at his at the church at 7 p.m. to of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). First Church There will be a Gideon The wise men came and take down the Christmas words and wondered what of God kind of greeting this might worshiped the Christ child, decorations. If you are able, speaker this week for morn2135 E. Main, be. But the angel said to her, and gave him gifts of gold, we will stay until after mid- ing worship. Petersburg Kyle Slygh - Interim 'Do not be afraid, Mary, you frankincense, and myrrh. night to snack, play games, Sunday services 9:30 have found favor with God. The shepherds came to the and pray in the new year. Speaker a.m. and 6 p.m.; Children's You will be with child and baby Jesus in a manger. Af- Bring a snack to share, Karri Brock, Reporter church 10 a.m.; Wednesday give birth to a son, and you ter seeing him they made something to drink and night Bible study 6 p.m. Union Community are to give him the name Je- widely known the saying your favorite game. This is Church Dec. 23—Children's sus. He will be great and be which was told them con- a great time to have fun and 3082 N. CR 850 Christmas program. Christ- called the Son of the Most cerning this Child. focus on prayer. W., Union mas caroling at 5 p.m. The angel had said, "Do Our next men's breakfast High. The Lord God will Sunday school 9:30; worMerry Christmas to all give him the throne of his fa- not be afraid, for behold, I will be January 5 at 8 a.m. and peace on earth. ther David, and he will reign bring you good tidings of Our normal weekly sched- ship service 10:30, followed Lisa Wilson, Reporter great joy which shall be to ule is as follows—Sunday with lunch and Bible study. over the house of Jacob forKevin (Linda) Easton, ever; his kingdom will nev- all people. For there is born school starts at 9:30 a.m. Pleasant Grove to you this day in the city of with morning worship fol- Pastor er end.' 'How will this be," G.B. Church Mary asked the angel, 'since David a Savior who is Christ lowing at 10:15; Sunday Continued on page 5 Spraggins Sunday school 9:30, Kathy Miller, superintendent; Michael Miller at 10:30. Everyone welcome. Sunday school lesson for Dec. 23—Live in the light. Last week's Trivia question: Paul encourages us in Ephesians to maintain the "blank" of the Holy Spirit. Answer: Unity—Eph 4:3. Next week's question: Who did Jesus ask this question—"Art thou a master of Israel and knowest not these things?" Hint—John. December birthday— Happy Birthday, Jesus! Call 812-885-3044 to schedule your colonoscopy today. Mini message: You are a reflection of light Just as children imitate Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer. It claims more their parents, we should folthan 50,000 lives a year. And worst of all, 92% of the time it is completely low God's example. curable. But only if you catch it early. 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