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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, June 26, 2019 C- 3 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 1 MINUTES Continued from page 1 CHURCH NOTE DEADLINE 10 A.M. EVERY TUESDAY Continued in next column Continued on page 8 Continued from page 2 Vincent Christian Church 8264 E. SR 56 • OTWELL, INDIANA • 812-354-6414 Cornwell T wins from Athens, Ohio Bringing a gospel twist to the hits of the oldies! CONCERT Sunday, June 30 at 6:30pm Fellowship after concert. 4:31) when they acknowl- edged that God was hon- oring His promise to vis- it and redeem them from Egyptian bondage (Gen. 15:13-16). This leads us to believe that it is a form of worship when we today ac- knowledge and thank God when He honors promises He has made to us, such as that found in Romans 8:28. Next, the Bible calls it "worship" when the peo- ple of Israel brought "the first fruits of the land" to God (Deut. 26:10). Thus we believe that God con- siders it worship when we put God first in our lives. We well remember the day we asked one of the men in our church to help us with some work on the building. This faithful man listed all of the things that he had to do that week, then paused, and said simply, "But the Lord comes first." We be- lieve he worshiped God that day, when he gave Him the first fruits of his time and effort. As we come to Judges 7, Gideon "worshiped" God for the assurance He gave him that his little band of 300 would defeat the Mid- ianites (7:9 -14). Similar- ly, when we thank God to- day for all the assurances we find in God's Word, we believe God is thrilled with this kind of worship. Then when we consider the patriarch Job, it takes our breath away to see how he "fell down upon the ground, and worshiped" af- ter losing all of his children and possessions ( Job 1:20). Here we see worship char- acterized as a firm resolve to maintain one's spiritual "integrity" (2:9) in the face of even the most horren- dous ordeals of life. Add to this how David is also said to have "worshiped" God in the aftermath of his heart- wrenching loss (II Sam. 12:18 -20). The worship of God at times like these is a powerful testimony to the lost that we have some- thing they do not possess. Contributing financially to the Lord's work is prob- ably not commonly thought of as worship, but the wor- ship of the wise men is said to have included pre- senting the Lord with their gifts (Mt. 2:11), suggesting that giving to the Lord's work is an example of worship that is fit for a King. We don't always feel like worshiping God when a loved one is sick, and He does not extend to us the same "mercy" He grant- ed Paul and Epaphroditus (Phil. 2:25 -27). But when the Lord refused mercy to the Syrophenician woman, she "worshiped" Him any- way (Mt. 15:21-25), and her faith and her understand- ing of why He was refus- ing to help her touched His heart (vv. 26 -28). Surely God's heart is still touched when we are able to wor- ship Him at such difficult times, understanding that when He forbears to be- stow such help, it is so that we will "rather" learn to rejoice in His all-sufficient grace, and the perfecting of His strength in our weak- ness (II Cor. 12:9). If your heart longs to worship the Lord, but you find it difficult, remember that worship always comes much easier when you find yourself in the place where God has "appointed," just as the disciples did long ago (Mt. 28:16,17). Of course, in this dispensa- tion, God has "appointed" that we suffer "afflictions" for the cause of Christ (I Thes. 3:3), but there is perhaps no time when our worship is more pleasing to God than when we worship Him in the face of such af- fliction. Lutheran Methodist gets oiled and the rest just puts up with the change except to complain to our friends. There is nothing wrong with making our voices heard as well as the minority's voices. Concerning our main street flags not being out for Flag day,I would like to say the city doesn't have much to do with these flags being put out, because the people who put them out do it on the national holidays. I have helped them put out the flags and it takes a while to get them in place. There is a sequence which they follow. These peo- ple see great joy in seeing "Old Glory" flying and that is what they get for their ef- forts. So let's enjoy our col- ors when they are in place and thank the people who take the time to do their part to respect our flag. Thanks for the letter to the editor because it is good to hear from people who care enough to share their love of country. I was the guest speak- er at Camp Arthur Gen- eral Baptist church camp this past Sunday evening. I practiced my sermon on two groups before tak- ing it to the campers. The message concerned temp- tations and how to keep them from becoming sins. I only wish that becoming a Christian would be the end of temptations but be- ing Christian does give you a friend who can help shove the devil off your back. There are so many tempta- tions in this world today, we must stay strong enough to ignore them. The campers were very attentive and re- spectful while I was speak- ing. I feel that maybe I was able to help a few of them see how the devil can be put into his place and that isn't on your back. Well talk to you next week and I hope this week is kind to you. Let us go out into this world and help make it a better place for all. JULY 8-12 ESCAP E TO In just a few weeks, we're taking a journey back to ancient Athens, where the Apostle Paul stayed! You'll get to talk to Paul to find out what happened on his dangerous journey to share the truth about God. 6PM TO 8PM Bethel GB Church (Arthur GB & New Liberty) 4933 E. CR 900 S., Stendal, IN 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 Sundays 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 Center, you will find God-loving peo- ple who desire to serve and praise God with their heart, soul, mind and strength. Come and praise the King with us. We would be hon- ored to have you come and join us and see what God is doing here at the Gospel Center Church. Rodney Fretwell, Sr. Pas- tor LIVING FAITH CHURCH INTERNATIONAL 718 E. Main Street, Petersburg Phone: 812-809-4544 Sunday study 9 -9:35 a.m.; Sunday services at 10 a.m.; youth service from 6 -7:30 p.m. and Wednesday ser- vice from 6 -7:30 p.m. Jesus (quoting Scripture): "Love the Eternal One your God with all your heart and all your soul and all your mind." This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is nearly as important, "Love your neighbor as yourself." The rest of the law, and all the teachings of the prophets, are but variations on these themes. (Matthew 22:37-40 VOICE). • Prophetic worship and teaching, this Wednesday evening from 6 -7:30 p.m. • Kingsmen men's group will meet, Thursday, June 27 at 6 p.m. • Young adults group, ages 19 -29 will be meeting monthly for ministry and fel- lowship. Date TBA. • Youth group Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. for 6th- 12th grades. • Sunday study from 9 - 9:35 a.m. Current study is on the book of Ephesians. Check the website for lo- cation and time for upcom- ing events, www.livingfc. org. Mailing address: P.O. Box 566, Petersburg, IN. More information at www.living- fc.org or call 812-809 -4544. Don and Christina Priest, Senior Pastors Ian and Samantha Rose, Youth Pastors Melissa Bowens, Reporter 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. This Sunday, June 30, all the churches will get togeth- er for service at 11 a.m. at the Otwell Community Cen- ter. A free will offering meal will follow the service. Fifth Sunday sing will be June 30 at 6:30 p.m. at the Otwell UM Church. 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 service at 10 :30 a.m. ( Jr. Church theme "The Armor of God"; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednesday night prayer meeting at 7 p.m. Transportation available. July 29 - August 2. Vaca- tion Bible School. "The In- credible Race." "The Lord is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous" (Proverbs 15:29). Seek entirely to depend on God for everything. Put yourself and your work in- to His hands. When think- ing of any new undertaking, ask, "Is this agreeable to the mind of God? Is it for His glo- ry? " If it is not for His glory, it is not for your good, and you must have nothing to do with it. Mind that! Having settled that a certain course is for the glory of God, begin it in His name, and continue it unto the end. Undertake it in prayer and faith, and nev- er give up! Pray, pray, pray! Let us be sure that we re- gard no iniquity in our hearts as we engage in prayer. If we do, the Lord will not hear us. Keep that before you al- ways. Then trust in God. De- pend only on God. Wait on Him. Believe on Him. Ex- pect great things from Him. Faint not if the answer tar- ries. Above all, rely only on the merits of our Savior that, according to His infinite merits, and not your own, the prayers you offer and the work that you do will be accepted—George Mueller. Chad Searls, 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. • There is a new six-week Bible study that started June 4 at 6 p.m. at the Center. Books are $15. For more in- formation and to reserve a spot, call 812-582-8222. THE CHURCH ALIVE WORSHIP CENTER 506 N. 9th St. Petersburg Pastor 812-354-6897 Independent Independent God bless you and keep you. We welcome you to all ser- vices. Come and worship Je- sus with us. See our Facebook page Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: grcenter.net – E-mail ad- dress: glezenrevivalcenter@ yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter 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 ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, June 30, fifth Sun- day special offering and 10 a.m. worship. Sunday, July 7, 10 a.m. wor- ship. Catherine Burnette, Pastor Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Adult Sunday school 9 a.m.; worship service 10 :15 a.m. Bible verse for the week: "For what will it profit them to gain the whole world and forfeit their life" (Mark 8:36)? Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor 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- OTWELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 146, 10041E. Washington Ave. Otwell 812-766-3344 Facebook: Otwell United Methodist Church and Jeff Pinney. Otwell United Methodist invites you to join us this Sun- day at 10 :30 a.m. as we wor- ship our Lord Jesus Christ; Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people 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, attaining to the whole mea- sure 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 10 a.m. and Sun- day school 11 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 RUMBLETOWN FREE METHODIST CHURCH 1485 N. St. Rd. 57 Petersburg Adult Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m. The church is located south of Petersburg on State Road 57. Hope Barnett, Reporter SPURGEON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 11505 N. Hwy. 61 Spurgeon Pastor Cell 812-202- 8903 or church office ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Thursday, June 27, 8 p.m. men's softball vs Hunting- burg UM/Salem. Sunday, June 30, 9 a.m. morning worship service. Monday, July 1, 7 p.m. Ad- ministrative Council meet- ing. Keith Chanley, Pastor 812-922-8215 Church service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Bi- ble study, Thursday at 1 p.m. Today reading: I Samuel 1:1-8. "The words of the reck- less pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing" (Proverbs 12:18). "Like Hannah, many of us have been left reeling in the wake of hurtful words. And some of us have likely reached to our own wounds by lashing out and hurting others with our words. But all of us can run to our lov- ing and compassionate God for strength and healing" (Psalm 27:5, 12-14). He lovingly rejoices over us—speaking words of love and grace. When have you been hurt by unkind words? What helped you to heal? Who needs to hear your grace- filled words? Lord, thank you for the healing and hope we find in you. Help us to bring our hurts to you and always to be mindful of the words we say. Give us the wisdom and pa- tience to think before speak- ing. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter