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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, September 12, 2018 C-1 CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord." — I Corinthians 15:58 Probably the most commonly asked ques- tion of a seven year old is, "What do you want to be when you grow up? " Usually the little one is so frozen with fear that the one inquiring must resort to a form of in- terrogation: "a doctor, lawyer, policeman; I know, a fireman! " These are noble profes- sions indeed, but why are children almost never encouraged to pursue the ministry? Is the Lord's work any less meaningful? Are the callings of pastor, evangelist, mission- ary and Christian counselor unworthy of our children's consideration? Parents do well to remember that there is no higher calling in life than the Lord's service. Sadly, our young people are so precondi- tioned to aspire to worldly professions that the ministry is not even a viable option. Tim- othy's mother had no way of knowing wheth- er or not God would call her son into full- time service. But to her credit, she trained Timothy from a small child in the Scriptures to prepare him for the things of the Lord. Shortly after his conversion to Christ, he was called into the ministry, where he de- livered many from a Christless eternity (II Tim. 1:6). During those formative years, we need to encourage our young to seek the face of the Lord as to what area of Christian service the Lord might use them. Not much has went on this past week which would cause us to form opinions about so I feel fairly safe to just ramble along about whatever comes to mind. My wife had a birthday on Labor day and I took her shopping without being the grump which I can usually be on such outings. I must say we did manage some major sav- ings at a couple of the stores we shopped. The prices even had an old miser like me buying. Needless to say the old man bench at the front of the stores got used and I was fortunate enough to have conversation with a couple of gentlemen from Illinois who were also on the bench. We finished the utility trailer floor and even if I say so myself it looks pretty good. We took our mower to Velpen in the trailer to mow the church yard and it sure felt saf- er on a solid deck. Sunday morning our Sunday school les- son covered day four through day six of God's creation. God gave the darkness light and allowed for two lights which was the sun for day and the stars and moon for the night. Later on as man inhabited this world they saw that the moon was a reliable source to set as a schedule of time keeping. Day five God created the fish and the liv- ing things which live below in the waters. Again as man inhabited the earth the fish became a source of nourishment for them. Day six God created the animals which walked on the earth such as those who herded together and those who kept popu- lation of some animals in check. These too The Church Page is made possible by the following Firms and Businesses: Amber Manor Care Center Petersburg — 812-354-3001 Benner & Co. 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Today there are millions of children who long for a sober parent. They want to be loved and cared for as their friends in homes where there is no alcohol. It costs industries billions each year in lost work time and ac- cidents. Every night good wives cry them- selves to sleep and thousands of children live in fear of an alcoholic dad. A former Surgeon General said, "Even an occasional serving of alcohol during preg- nancy can lead to physical deformities, men- tal retardation, learning disabilities and mo- tor-skill problems in offspring." A recent study shows there is an increase in preg- nant women who now drink alcohol. Alcoholism is a se- rious problem that affects almost ev- ery family. Should the government deal with this evil as it has with tobac- co? Has the church failed to warn people about this evil? Once the preacher spoke out on issues like alco- hol. A silent pulpit, without doubt, has en- couraged many evils to plague our society. Someone needs to stop this killer disease and destructive problem in our society and even the church. would be a source of nour- ishment for the inhabitants of the earth but God would set rules of what to eat and what not to eat. As hard as it is for us to see there is a pur- pose for each and every cre- ation from God Almighty. It has been said that God had a sense of humor when He created the Duck-billed platypus. I must admit this animal is strange looking. Our sermon covered James 1 and as usual it held some powerful lessons for us to place in our hearts. We are to count it a joy whenev- er we are tempted and our faith and patience overcome its enticing draw. Avoid do- ing things which cause oth- ers to look on us with judg- ing eyes just because in their eyes it is evil. We live in a world of peo- ple who seem to make some- thing evil out of everything. I have said before in an open confession that there are ar- eas which I need to work on. We should be slow to speak and quick to listen. I often think I am so smart I can an- swer a matter before I have RIVER OF LIFE 342 E. CR 300 N. Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m. and Con- sumed youth group 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministry meeting every other Thurs- day 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to and from church services, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61 Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and chil- dren's church 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening Bible study at 6 p.m. Business meeting third Sunday of the month, following morn- ing worship. "Do nothing out of self- ish ambition or vain con- ceit, but in humility con- sider others better than yourselves" (Philippians 2:3 NIV ). Jesus is the ultimate ex- ample of such humility. Al- AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S. Winslow Phone: 812-354-3862 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morn- ing worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6:30 p.m. My hope and prayer for all people who read this is that you will make a decision to confess the past, repent from your sins and accept Je- sus as this Savior and Lord. See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Ayr- shireValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; and all Wednesday eve- ning activities at 7:30 p.m.; first and third Wednesday of each month Bible study at 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, Sept. 16, Rev. Ed Stevens Day. There will be a special offering. • Wednesday, Sept. 19, we will continue Bible study of Zechariah 1-3. • Sunday, Sept. 23, fourth Sunday and the morning worship offering will go to the building fund. • Sunday, Sept. 30 is fifth Sunday. There will be a Communion service dur- ing the morning worship service. • Wednesday, Oct. 3, we will continue Bible study of Zechariah 4-6. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Q: What young prince was hidden in the temple by his aunt for six years to avoid the wrath of Queen Athaliah? Answer: Joash. Reference: II King 11:1-3. Q: Whose bones did Moses take when the Isra- elites left Egypt? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 Welcome to our church family Praise Team practice Sundays from 9 -9:30 a.m.; Sunday school from 9:30 - 10 :15 a.m.; morning wor- ship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednes- day Bible study from 6:30 - GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow Sunday school will be starting this Sunday from 9:30 -10 a.m.; Sunday morn- ing worship 10 a.m.; Sun- day evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6 p.m. Bill Chesser, Reporter MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH (Augusta) Broadway Street Winslow Pastor 812-582-0756 Sunday morning worship at 10 :15 a.m., children's Sun- day school during morning service. Wednesday evening devo- tions and fellowship at 6:30 p.m., in the fellowship hall. Ladies' Bible study, Word Group, bi-weekly, September 12 at 9:30 a.m. For more in- formation, call 812-582-0756. Revival services, October 14-16, with Matt Hoffman bringing the message. Times will be announced later. "Let your requests be made know to God; and the peace of God, will guard your hearts and minds" (Philippians 4:7). No troubles distress the mind and wear upon the nerves like borrowed trou- bles. As has written, "Wor- ry is an old man with a bent head, carrying a load of feath- ers he thinks is lead." Wor- ry about what might happen makes even the smallest trou- ble seem huge. Nervously an- ticipating trouble that may never happen can crush our spirit. Instead of "borrowing trouble" by constantly wor- rying about the future, listen instead to Jesus' promise: NEW LIBERTY G.B. CHURCH (Coe) 1820 S. Co Rd. 800 S. Oakland City Gary Pancake, Pastor 812-664-4716 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Faron McLaughlin, Super- intendent, Ryan Edrington, Assistant and Sunday morn- ing worship at 10 :30 a.m. We will not be having our Wednesday night services for the next few weeks. They will resume on October 10. We appreciated all who at- tended our services Sunday. We loved seeing our church family. It was so good to have Chris back with us. Gary's message was about sacrifice and the scripture was from Malachi 1:13-14 and was about "Sacrifice." Are you giving God what he deserves, a true sacri- fice, or the crumbs and left- overs? We were grateful for the wonderful message. As we had our election of officers on Sunday, we'd like to welcome Ray Brooks back to our Church Coun- cil and we appreciated Ru- by Pancake for serving this past year. The United of Indiana Presbytery will be Saturday, September 15 at 11 a.m. at Cornerstone G.B. Church. Sept. 15 is Ed Steven's Day and we will take up a special offering for our mis- sionaries in Niger. September 21 will be Peace Day. We will celebrate "Back to Church" Sunday on Sept. 23. We invite everyone to come and join us. Sept. 30 will be our Sun- day School picnic and fifth BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E. Otwell (Meeting in the Iva Union Church building) Sunday school for chil- dren and adults 9 a.m.; Sun- day morning worship ser- vice 10 a.m.; Sunday evening service, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (four years old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer ser- vice 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor though he is Lord of all, Je- sus became a servant to all. The Bible says we should adopt a similar attitude. Even when we are in posi- tions of authority, we can assume the role of a ser- vant by looking out for the interests of others, as the apostle Paul tells. By do- ing so, we can make a dif- ference. Don't forget our annu- al church picnic, Sunday, Sept. 23. Meat and drinks will be furnished. Bring a covered dish, a friend or two and join in the fellow- ship. We invite you to worship with us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Report- er 7:30 p.m. and Jr. High/Sr. High youth from 6:15 -7:30 p.m. Summer Club will be Wednesdays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. "Because He lives, we can face tomorrow." Bill Slaven, Deacon Chairman Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be trouble, neither let it be afraid" ( John 14:27). Whatever is worrying you right now, give it to Jesus and trust Him to take care of it. Let His peace replace your worry. If at any time you have no church to attend, feel free to join us for services. Your pres- ence will be greatly appreciat- ed and I am sure you will re- ceive God's blessings. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter Sunday Fellowship at Jor- dan Park at 11 a.m. There will be no Sunday School at the church that day. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Ivan Mason, Reporter