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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, March 20, 2019 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 The Church Page is made possible by the following Firms and Businesses: Amber Manor Care Center Petersburg — 812-354-3001 Benner & Co. Heating and Air Petersburg — 812-354-3433 Computers Plus Radio Shack Petersburg — 812-354-9633 DougGlass DBA Hold Everything Self Storage — 812-354-1110 Four Star Fabricators Petersburg — 812-354-9995 www.fourstarfab.com Harris Funeral Home 7th and Walnut Streets, Petersburg Phone: 812-354-8844 Play & Learn Preschool Campbelltown — 812-354-3999 White Stallion Energy Evansville — 812-473-0700 Baptist Baptist Baptist Assembly of God CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Continued in next column Continued in next column Ramblings of my mind by Lowell Thomas The Mighty Power of God Minutes with the Bible by Pastor Cornelius R. Stam Continued on page 2 A Shepherd for the Church Religious Viewpoint by Clyde Dupin In today's libertarian culture does the church need a shepherd or CEO? In the Bible spiritual leaders were compared to shepherds. The shepherding metaphor is the dominant biblical one for Christian leaders. In the beautiful 23rd Psalm it says, "The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want." Both Moses and David were shepherds be- fore they became great leaders. The pastor as spiritual leader in the New Testament was referred to as a shepherd. Some large churches today are seeking CEO's rather than pastors with a shepherd's heart. There are many skills a good pastor needs but none is greater than a compas- sionate heart. The true shepherd is one who provides for, protects and sacrifices for his sheep. A true pastor will care more for the spiritual needs of his flock than for the ma- terial needs of the church. A true pastor is more concerned about the spiritual health of his congregation than for his personal power and prestige. It is more important that the pastor be a person of prayer rath- er than one of power. CEO's have an im- portant place in our modern world as they lead powerful organi- zations. The pastor in the 21st Century needs many skills but most important is to be a shepherd of God's peo- ple. Our Lord's last words to Simon Peter included "Feed my sheep" ( John 21:17). I have a strong feeling the person in the hos- pital would prefer a visit from a pastor rath- er than a CEO. Strong pastoral leadership is important but never at the neglect of the pastor's heart. In 1866 Alfred Nobel invented an explosive made of nitroglycerin absorbed in a porous material. It was by far the most powerful ex- plosive that had so far been invented. When Nobel and his friends saw what his in- vention could do, and had to decide on a name, they sought for the strongest possible word for power — in any language. The word they final- ly chose was the Greek word dunamis, from which our word dynamite is derived. This word, in Greek also the strongest word for power, is used again and again in the New Testament and is generally translated simply "power". When our Lord wrought miracles, for ex- ample, St. Luke testifies that "the power [du- namis] of the Lord was present to heal" (Luke 5:17). In promising His apostles that they too would work miracles, He said: "Ye [shall] be endued with power [dunamis] from on high"(Luke 24:49). When the Sadducees questioned the resur- rection, Jesus answered: "Ye do err, not know- ing the Scriptures, nor the power [dunamis] of God" (Matt.22:29), and St. Paul declares that Christ was "declared to be the Son of God with power [dunamis]…by the resurrection from the dead"(Rom.1:4). Using this same word, Paul, by inspiration, declares that "the gospel of Christ…is the power of God unto salvation, to every one that believeth…" (Rom. 1:16). This is because, ac- cording to this gospel, or good news, "Christ died for our sins", and "the preaching of the cross", he says, is to believers "The power of God"(ICor.1:18). But not only are believers saved by the power of God; they are "Kept by the power of God" (IPet. 1:5). Indeed, the adjective of this same word "dunamis" is used in Hebrews 7:25, where we read that the Lord Jesus Christ is "able…to save…to the uttermost [those] that come unto God by him". Thus the Bible us- es the very strongest word for power to show how secure is the salvation of those who trust in Christ. Ramblings of my mind by Lowell Thomas Have you ever had a day that was planned out and all at once your plans change because of Murphy's Law." If anything can go wrong it will. That has been the rule for a couple of weeks now. The humidifier leak is still leak- ing, the floor is still raised up from swelled plywood and now the septic system is trying to act up. The sewage people we had helping us said perhaps with all the rain our field has flooded. This may be a repeat of info, but it is another week and more problems have aris- en. It will all be okay one of these days. Tuesday was a brighter day for us because our granddaughter was born. She gave us a little scare when we heard that they had trou- ble getting her to breathe on her own. She must be a fighter because she is doing fine now. I am biased but she is the most beauti- ful baby I've ever seen. Mamaw and I made several trips to the hospital so mamaw could hold her. Her brother doesn't know quite what to think of her yet, but he loves baby sis. I'm sure it would be strange to all of us sharing mom and dad with a new comer. I was shocked last Friday as I was having Bible study with Golden Living residents when I was asked to visit the room of a resi- dent who was not doing so well. When I ar- rived at the room I soon recognized the cou- ple who was there with their father. Always nice to visit with your friends but you would rather it be in different circumstances. I on- ly hope my visit helped take some of their cares away for awhile. As we age we come to the realization that our time on this earth is definitely is short at best. Our Sunday school lesson covered the ap- pearance of Jesus to the apostles as they were grieving the loss of Jesus. Jesus affirmed that He had started His ministry. Now they were to carry on as He has done with His ministry. As Christians we have been sent out to the world to teach and preach about the lov- ing forgiveness of Jesus. I want everyone to know your life will always speak louder than your words. People will watch what you do and how you handle your life experiences be- fore they will read the Bible or hear what you have to say. I only hope and pray they see the love of Jesus in my life each day. The scripture lesson was about our lead- ers teaching and preaching without using fancy words nor trying to impress people to follow the preacher rather than heeding to what God desires of us. Our scripture talked about how beautiful heaven is and we don't have an adequate enough descriptor of heav- en's beauty. We have heard of crystal clear rivers, streets paved in gold and walls of all the brilliant gems, I can only wrap part of that around my imagination. I've heard people say they don't care what kind of a mansion they have in heaven just let me in and I agree with that line of thought. Well time to go out and do what we have learned from God and make a blessing out of what we do for Him. Gentle Shepherd hosting Tacos and Testimonies The Gentle Shepherd Church of God will be host- ing an inspiring night of ta- cos and testimonies on Sun- day, March 24 at 6 p.m. CDT. The church is locat- ed at 8350 E. 350 N., Fran- cisco ( just west of Oatsville on the Oatsville/Wheeling blacktop). There will be an evening of food, fellowship and inspiring testimonies of God's work in the lives of people. Everyone is wel- come. Supper 5:30 p.m. • Auction 7 p.m. Walnut Grove UM Church 13599 E. Governors Rd., Monroe City Corner of S. Petersburg and Governors Roads. Watch for the large white sign along Hwy. 61, 4 miles south of Monroe City. SATURDAY, MAR. 30 SUPPER & AUCTION 36th ANNUAL Many items for sale, including: BAKED GOODS, CRAFTS & LOTS OF MISCELLANEOUS! Benefits Walnut Grove UM Church 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 WASHINGTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 320 S. Meridian Street Washington Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday evening dinner and Bible study at 6 p.m. and from church services, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S. Winslow Phone: 812-354-3862 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; 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 Bible study at 6 p.m.; Thursday, April 4, balloon tying class. Mission Statement for 2018 New beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. "I beseech you there- fore, brethren, by the mer- cies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacri- fice, holy acceptable unto God, which is your reason- able service. And be not con- formed to this world: but be WINSLOW G.B. CHURCH 600 E. Union Street Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening soup and sandwich fellowship at 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday, adult Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Ev- eryone is welcome. • First Wednesday of each month before Bible study, Advisory Board meet- ing with business meeting to follow. • Youth Group has been cancelled, until further no- tice. Thought for the week: If it was a sin 100 years ago... it's still a sin today. Don't water down the gospel, because someone may get offended. Be in prayer for the lost, the sick, our church, our country and leaders, and always each other. God's blessings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love, because every- one is fighting some kind of battle. 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 first and third Wednesday of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, March 24, fourth Sunday and morning worship offering will go to the building fund. • Sunday, March 31, fifth Sunday and we will have Communion service during morning worship service. • Wednesday, April 3, Bi- ble study. • Sunday, April 7, Assis- tant Sunday. • Sunday, April 14, Palm Sunday. Regular business meeting, after morning wor- ship service. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Q: Where can a treasure be put so that moth and rust do not corrupt it, and thieves cannot steal it? Answer: In heaven. Ref- erence: Matthew 6:19 -21. Q: Isaiah prophesied during the reigns of what four kings? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter ye transformed by the re- newing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God" (Ro- mans 12:1-2). Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter If you don't have a church home, we invite you to any of our services. Gary Watson, Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- porter Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morn- ing worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sun- day 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.