The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, July 17, 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 Where "rightly dividing the Word of truth" (IITim.2:15) is concerned, our spir- itual leaders are like a group of people, each one of whom holds a part or several parts of a jig-saw puzzle, but who fail to put them to- gether and so never get to see the picture. One sees clearly that the so-called "Great Commission" was a Kingdom commission and not ours. Another sees that the "one baptism" of Ephesians 4:5 must be the di- vine baptism which makes believers one in Christ. Another sees that Paul's apostleship was wholly distinct from that of the Twelve. Another sees that Romans 6:3,4 does not contain one drop of water. Another sees that the Christian's position is spiritual and heavenly in character. Another sees that the Body of Christ, the Church of today, was never prophesied — even, that it did not be- gin at Pentecost with Peter and the eleven, but later, with Paul. But while each sees some component part of "the Mystery", Satan has used tradition to blind him to the rest. The result is that confusion continues to prevail and they still have a puzzle instead of a picture. If only they would put the pieces together! What a clear picture they would see of "the Dispensation of the Grace of God", and how eagerly they would join us in "The preach- ing of Jesus Christ according to the revela- tion of the mystery" (Rom. 16:25)! 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 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 Puzzle or Picture Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Cornelius R. Stam Continued on page 2 America the Beautiful Religious Viewpoint by Clyde Dupin I have traveled in 46 countries and ob- served a few things. There is no nation quite like America. It should be called "America The Beautiful." In America we have been blessed in many ways. We owe our exis- tence to God and the faith of our founding Fathers. As we celebrate Independence Day, we should count our blessings and re- flect on what is good about America. Don't listen to the socialist and liberal politicians. It is true we do live in a desperate hour in a dangerous world. There WAS a 9/11 that we must never forget. Thousands of our fin- est men and women are on foreign soil to keep us free and help others to experience freedom. I was in Russia an Easter Sunday after the fall of Communism. I was there when Alexander Solzhenitsyn addressed the na- tion on his return to what he calls his moth- erland. He said, "The suffering, poverty and shame of 70 years was brought to Rus- sia because she for- got her God. He told the American people that we have placed too much hope in po- litical and social re- forms and neglected our spiritual life. The Bible talks about nations that sin and how they need to repent and return to their faith and dependence on God. Today more than ever we need a spiritual revolu- tion in America. We need to return to our core values of family, honesty, moral values and a faith in the living God. The Bible tells us His mercy endures forever. We must not allow our sins to separate us from God. We must honor God in our homes, work and by worshiping Him. Well it's Sunday evening and time to write or should I say ramble on about all kinds of topics. Most people who know me know that I write about like I talk and that is on and on. First thing on my mind this week is that built in clock which keeps waking you up at the break of dawn because for years you had to get up and get ready for work. Your mind and body is yet set for the time to get up. My wife has no trouble sleeping in. When we are home I can always do some- thing to entertain myself, but it gets hard if you are staying overnight in someone else's home. I was looking for a document I needed from our file cabinet and ended up having to clean out many old papers only to not find what we were looking for. My wife found it the next day so all turned out good. It was a life insurance policy which I need- ed help with. Check your policies and see if they are still in force. We had ours long enough that we were close to it being out of funds. Don't be afraid to ask your agents to give you ad- vice about the coverage you have left.Our policy had accumulated some interest and they were using from our interest to help fund our premium and it was the interest that was running out. We ended up having little recourse except to redeem what we could. A couple of our old retiree friends set up a breakfast at Cakes and Coffee and man did they have a huge turn out with many friends I hadn't seen since I retired. Sure was good to hear some of the stories which were go- ing around. Many thanks to the guys who set this up because it was a great success. See R AMBLINGS on 3 Hamline Chapel UM Church 189th Homecoming July 21 The Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church, in Monroe City will be cel- ebrating their 189th Home- coming, July 21. There will be a carry-in meal at noon. Bring a side dish to share. Starting at 1:30 p.m., guest speaker will be Rev. Jarrod Chattin and music will be by the Woolsey Band. Ev- eryone is welcome. Otwell Holiness Camp July 15-21 The Otwell Holiness Camp, located on Hwy. 56, one-half mile east of Hwy 257 junction, will be having services July 17-21. Services will be 7:30 p.m. EDT night- ly, with Sunday evening ser- vice at 6 p.m. Evangelist will be Rev. Joey Pyle and song evangelists will be The Py- le Family. For more information, call Rev. Brent Myers at 812- 354-4273 or Rev. Tony Fran- kum at 812-644-7124. Sunday, August 11 Bethel General Baptist Church 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S., Stendal SERIES FOUR presents a message from God's word on: PART Sunday, July 21 Sunday, August 4 Sunday, July 28 10:30am e eological Problem of Evil Find out what the Bible has to say to questions like: Why do bad things happen to good people? How can a good God allow bad things to happen or evil to exist? What is a Christian response to long-term illness? How do we cope with long-term illness? How do we comfort those with long term illness? What to expect when you suffer loss. (Stages of grief) What is a Christian response to grief? How do we comfort others facing grief? Things you should know whether facing the death of a loved one or your own death. How do you prepare for death? How to view death. Dealing with long-term Illness Facing Grief Facing Death 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 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 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. A fall revival is being planned for Oct. 13-16. Rev. Matt Hoffman will be the evangelist. Keep the reviv- al in your prayers and plan to join us. When nothing else or no one else in your life re- mains and is faithful, you can rest assured that God will be both. "Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all gener- ations. Before the moun- tains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlast- ing you are God" (Psalm 90 :1,2). As God's child we must never feel forsaken. Glori- 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 the 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.; first and third Wednesday of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. We appreciated all the children, parents, leaders and volunteers of New Lib- erty G.B., Arthur G.B. and Bethel G.B. churches for helping make 2019 VBS a great success. Bethel is grateful to New Liberty and Arthur for combining with us this year for VBS. • Wednesday, July 17, Bi- ble study. Studying Job 24- 28. • Sunday, July 21, title of Pastor Steve's sermon: "The Problem of Suffering." • Sunday, July 28, is the fourth Sunday and the morn- ing worship offering will go to the building fund. Title of Pastor Steve's sermon: "Fac- ing Grief." Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Who said he had fought FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 Welcome to our GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow Sunday school 9:30 ; Sun- day morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening wor- ship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bi- ble study at 6 p.m. Bill Chesser, Reporter 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.; Thursday: The Closet Door at 6:30 p.m. August 10, from 1-3 p.m., there will be free haircuts for school age children. There will also be snacks and games. BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E. the good fight and kept the faith? Answer: Paul. Reference: II Timothy 4:7. Q: Job said the old li- on perishes for lack of ___________. Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter "And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent" (St. John 17:3). Mission Statement New Beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter 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 ous grace has connected us to the One whose pow- er and love doesn't shift with the times. Grace has connected you and me to the One who is the ultimate dwelling place, the ulti- mate place to which we can run and never feel alone. Remember those in need of prayer, our country and our leaders. We invite you to worship with us at any of our ser- vices. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Report- er