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C-2 Church Wednesday, December 12, 2018 The Press-Dispatch Continued in next column Continued in next column Continued from page 1 Kittens never strike a pose that isn't photoge- nic. This week PAWS is fea- turing a dramatic young kitten named Lotto, who is overly curious about ev- erything and wants to be in the middle of any ac- tion that is occurring in or out of the cat room at PAWS. He is quick to dart out the door and is fear- less if he meets up with an unsuspecting dog in the hallway. Lotto is also a very so- cial little fellow that loves to be petted and brushed. He is a short-haired tab- by with cute black and white markings, long white whiskers and is ap- proximately eight weeks old. He can be adopted, by calling 812-354-9894. PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the LOTTO Continued on page 3 Baptist Catholic Christian H e p H z i b a H - L i t t L e s G e n e r a L b a p t i s t C H u r CH 743 W. County Road 125 S., Petersburg Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. at the fellowship hall vest and we can suffer dur- ing this life patiently, for we know that in God's perfect time His Son will return as the greatest reward for the waiting and working believ- er. "He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city" (Prov- erbs 16:30). If at any time you have no church to attend, feel free to join us for services. Your presence will be greatly ap- preciated and I am sure you will receive God blessings. May God bless each and ev- eryone. Let us not forget the rea- son for the season—Jesus. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter 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 5 p.m. Business meeting third Sunday of the month, following morn- ing worship. Christmas program will be on Sunday, Dec. 23, dur- ing the morning worship service. There will be no evening service. "The hard thing to un- derstand is that faith is the one area in our lives where growing up means we must grow to be more like a child, trusting simply in the goodness and com- plete knowledge of a Fa- ther who has our best in- terests at heart"—Colleen Townsend Evans. We invite you to worship with us at any of our ser- vices. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Report- er FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 Welcome to our church family Sunday activities: 9 a.m. Praise Band practice; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for two yrs. old-adult and 10 :30 a.m. Sunday worship. Wednesday activities: 6 -7:30 p.m. Grub to Club. Everyone is welcomed to Grub (meal) from 6 -6:30 p.m.; Club for two years to fifth grade from 6:30 -7:30 p.m.; 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Adult Bible study; 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Youth: sixth grade through 12th grade. Bill Slaven, Deacon Chairman IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9659 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com Sunday adult Bible study and children's Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship at 10 :40 a.m.; Sunday evening ser- vice at 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Adult play practice at 6 p.m. • December 16, Christ- mas program, during the morning worship service and cookie exchange, af- ter the program, along with sandwiches and light re- freshments. Bring your fa- vorite Christmas treats to exchange. • On December 30, after the services, we will be hav- ing soup and sandwiches to celebrate. Mission Statement for 2018 New Beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nei- ther do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it give the light unto all that are in the house" (Matthew 5:14- 15). Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg 812-354-6942 Mass schedule: Thurs- day, Dec. 13 at 10 :30 a.m.; Saturday, Dec. 15, 5:30 p.m.; Sunday , Dec. 16, Third Sun- day of Advent at 11 a.m.; 9:30 a.m. CCD and adult Bi- ble study. The Rosary is prayed be- fore the Saturday evening mass and before the Sun- day morning mass. Individ- ual Confessions 30 minutes before the weekend masses at 5 p.m. and 10 :30 a.m. The adult Christmas par- ty will be Sunday, Dec. 16, at the church hall at 5 p.m. "Advent is the time to wel- come the Lord who comes to meet us, the time to look ahead, and to prepare our- selves for Christ's return"— Pope Francis. God Bless America. Pray for all the children. Frank Renner, Pastor Sue Willis, Reporter FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 Sunday school 9:30 a.m. and worship service and the Lord's Supper at 10 :30 a.m. My church right now is in the middle of an Advent Se- ries right now. For those who aren't familiar with the term Advent is the time of year where we remember the longing of Israel for a Mes- siah, and as we celebrate the birth of Christ we also long for his return. However, as I think about Christmas com- ing up, I think of a book on my shelf "Finding Bethle- hem in the midst of Bedlam." Many of us can relate just by reading the title. How are we supposed to slow down and focus on the birth of Christ when we're just so busy? It seems like every year Christmas just gets busier and busier, shopping to be done, friends and fam- ily to visit, gatherings to at- tend and plan for. And while we go crazy wrapping pres- ents, gathering our children, and the plethora of things we do this time of year, we miss the greatest gift. The gift of a son. Take time this advent season, VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 Morning worship and the Lord's supper at 9:30 a.m.; Bible school at 10 :30 a.m.; Evening worship at 6:30 p.m. We are studying the book of Ephesians. You are invited to take part in these services. Festal Days Thoughts This is the time of year many Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus. There are manger scenes, stars, songs, gifts and reminders that God so loved us that he gave his Son for our salvation. One, "We believe that Bethlehem's star outshines man's satellites." Two, "We believe that the Wise men's gifts have not suffered from inflation." I hope that there will be more next week. Because He lives. John Manges, Minister to prepare your heart for a king, who came in a man- ger but will return in glory. Blessings this Christmas season from the First Chris- tian Church. Check out our new web- site petersburgfcc.net Everyone welcome. DJ Bryant, Pastor Church of God Church of God FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 2135 East Main Street Petersburg Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m.; children's church Traylor Union Church 4107 N. CR 1000 E. Otwell (Two miles north of Otwell) Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m. and children's Sunday school at 10 a.m. Bible study of the Gospel of John will be Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 5 p.m. The fifth Sunday sing, nor- mally December 30 will be Sunday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Contenders of Faith, Mechanics Street, Otwell. Dennis and Lisa Patton, Pastors at 10 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :45 a.m.; Wednesday eve- ning service 6:30 p.m. Upcoming Activities: • Dec. 16, Christmas Car- oling at 4 p.m. • Dec. 19, Pastor Open House from 6 -8 p.m. • Dec. 23, Children's pro- gram in the morning ser- vice. • Dec. 24, Come and go Communion from 6 -7 p.m. "And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manager; because there was no room for them in the inn" (Luke 2:7). Don Fausnaugh, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter Independent Independent CHRISTIAN HOLINESS CHURCH 1252 St. Rd. 57 S. Petersburg Located six miles be- tween Petersburg and Oak- land City junction. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Thursday prayer meeting 7 p.m. We extend a warm wel- come to everyone. Rick Walburn, Pastor GLEZEN REVIVAL CENTER 245 S. Glezen Center St. 812-354-6738 or 812-582-9667 Sunday morning worship and children's church 10 :15 a.m.; Youth Group Hearts on Fire will meet on Sunday at 6 p.m. in the Life Center. Bible study meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 12, refreshments will be pro- vided. Invite others to Bible study. Refresh and renew group will meet Tuesday, Decem- ber 18 at 6 p.m. Pray for our military and their protection. Also, remem- ber to pray for the USA, peace and for one another. Little Prayers, Big Power "Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge." (Psalm 16:1, NIV ). This verse stands as a re- minder that even the small- est of prayers God hears and answers. This specifically reminds me of something I heard a pastor preach on, he called them last minute or emergency prayers. An emergency prayer is where you pray "keep them safe," "protect us" or really any short pray just as a protec- tion or a cry for help. You know, some people believe that you need some long drawn-out elegant prayer in order to be heard, when all you really need is to talk to God. He does hear the long prayer and it is power- ful, but don't think that you can't just talk to him; be it a quick short "protect us" GOSPEL CENTER CHURCH Independent Baptist Church 420 E. Illinois Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9914 Sunday worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; AWANA clubs will meet Sunday's at 6:30 p.m., the children will learn from the Word of God and have fun doing it; Bible study Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Gospel Center invites you to worship the King of Kings with us every Sunday. You will hear sound biblical and applicable preaching each week. At the Gospel Cen- ter, you will find God-lov- ing people who desire to serve and praise Good with their heart, soul, mind and JESUS CHRIST OUR FIRM FOUNDATION 1415 N. Vincennes Ave. Petersburg 812-354-4424 or 812-582-0240 Sunday morning fellow- ship 10 a.m.; Church at 10 :30 a.m.; Bible studies: Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at Brian Eilert's house and Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. at church. "Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encoun- ter various trials" ( James 1:2). Often we grumble and complain about our various trials, but how can we be called overcomers unless we have overcome somethings through Jesus Name? Denny Wiscaver, Pastor Pam Nutter, Reporter LIVING BY GR ACE 511 S. Franklin St. Oakland City 812-677-2508 Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday night at 6 p.m. He Made It Simple "But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent be- guiled Eve through his sub- tilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the sim- plicity that is in Christ" (II Corinthians 11:3). Pure, simple devotion to OTWELL CONTENDERS OF FAITH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednes- day prayer and Bible study meeting 6:30 p.m. The fifth Sunday sing, nornally December 30 will be Sunday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Contenders of Faith, Mechanics Street, Otwell. William Breidenbaugh, Pastor PETERSBURG HOLINESS CHURCH Pastor 419-340- 5500 (C) Parsonage 812- 354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and spe- cial junior church services 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6:30 p.m.; week- ly Wednesday night prayer meeting 7 p.m. Transporta- tion available. • December 14—Carry-in Church Christmas supper at 6:30 p.m. • December 15 —Jr. Church Christmas party at THE CHURCH ALIVE WORSHIP CENTER 506 N. 9th St. Petersburg Pastor 812-354-6897 Service times: Sunday morning praise and wor- ship 10 a.m.; children's Sun- day school 11 a.m.; Wednes- day night praise and worship and Bible study 7 p.m. I hope God will see you at church somewhere. Mark Davis, Pastor TWIN OAKS CHURCH 1911 E. Co. Rd. 650 N. Petersburg 812-354-6389 Sunday school, Junior church and youth class 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening prayer and praise service 7 p.m. The children's Christmas program will be December 16, during the morning ser- vice. There will be a carry- in, following the morning Christmas program. Everyone is welcome to each service. Samuel Kinnaman, Pastor Doris Catt, Reporter UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union Pastor 812-664-5454 Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship service 11 a.m. Both services are EDT; children's service every fifth Sunday— geared toward children. Everyone is welcome to the First Friday Fun, the first Friday of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. EDT, to work on craft projects, scrapbooking, sewing, etc. There will be a Cricut available, along with other crafting tools for use. Bring a snack to share if you can. Contact Angela Christie 812-664-5970 for more infor- mation. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor PIKE COUNTY CENTER FOR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES Phone —812-582-8222 Office hours: Open Mon- day, Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m. till noon. Wednesday and Thursday, closed. Free peer counseling available, call 812-582-1486 or 812- 582-8222. A new class, called "Be- coming Mom Strong" from 6 -7 p.m. Grief Share from 6 -8 p.m. and will be a 13 week study. 10 a.m. • December 16 —Christ- mas program "It's Still Good News! " at 10 :30 a.m. • December 19 —Christ- mas caroling around Peters- burg at 6:30 p.m. • December 23—Candle- light service at 6:30 p.m. "And many resorted unto him, and said, John did no miracle: but all things that John spake of this man were true" ( John 10 :41). He who is the bread of life began His ministry hun- gering. He who is the wa- ter of life ended His minis- try thirsting. He who was weary is our true rest. He who paid tribute is King of kings. He prayed, yet hears our prayers. He wept, but dries our tears. He was sold for thirty pieces of silver, yet redeemed the world. He was led as a lamb to the slaugh- ter, but is the Good Shep- herd. He died and gave His life, and by dying destroyed death for all who believe. Chad Searls, Pastor Christ, what a life to live. It is not hard or difficult, nor impossible as many per- ceive it to be. Some think to serve Jesus is to give up ev- erything enjoyable. But the truth is, all we give up is ev- erything harmful, and those things are replaced with the wonderful things God has to offer. Sadly, so many minds are broken when tricked by the enemies of God. To many people desire a hand in their salvation in- stead of just giving in to the wonderful, simple plan that God has provided. When their way fails, they may assume all is lost. but with Christ there is hope. Jesus died that we might live. He has provided every- thing that we need to com- plete this journey to heaven. He had the hard part, that we might have the simple part. Don't complicate salvation. All you have to do is ask, and He gives. God Bless You. Gene Burkhart, Pastor or a long talk with the clos- est friend to your heart. God knows what you are going through. Talk to him often for he hears you. God bless you and keep you. See our Facebook page: Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: glezenrevivalcenter.com – E-mail address: glezenreviv- alcenter@yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter