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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, August 21, 2019 C- 3 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 1 CHURCH NOTE DEADLINE 10 A.M. EVERY TUESDAY Continued in next column Continued from page 2 Wesleyan able for your sins. The morning scripture lesson covered the deep subject of being evil. Are all sins evil? That is the question we attempted to answer. We agreed with one another that sins have to be repented of but the sins that intentionally hurt another either physical- ly or emotionally are evils that come from people who cannot exercise self con- trol or who don't even real- ize that what they are doing is wrong. Be careful with the word evil because even though all sin hurts others most don't mean to hurt. The devil delights in us do- ing evil so let's overcome by filling our lives with God so He can have all of our atten- tion and devotion. It's not impossible to start each day with "God deliver me from evil and temptation." Start now by being a blessing and accept all God's blessings. 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 six-week Bible study called "Forgiveness; Breaking the Power of the Past" will be offered July 22 at 10 a.m. Books are $ 9. Call to reserve a space. 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; Iron Sharpens Iron Wednesday night service is now for men and women at 7 p.m. 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 at 812-664-5970 for more in- formation. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor spirit, this wall was as big as the wall of Jericho. I felt it shatter and I broke (in a good way). The wall that I had used to protect myself, was also a wall that limited God's access to my inner be- ing. I had protected myself against people, their hurt- ful words, disappointment and judgment. But I had al- so walled myself up from al- lowing God to move in me to heal my emotional wounds. That wall crumbled in a sec- ond and I felt lighter and fre- er than I had in years. It was amazing. I soon learned that with- out that wall I could be hurt deeply by people's com- ments. Pain that went deep- er than it could in the past because that wall was no longer there. In that time of deep hurt, God came in and loved on me and told me that He is my strong tower. He is my defender. He'll fight my battles and He will pro- tect me. It's no longer my job. There is amazing free- dom to love others without fear of being hurt. We can choose to live our life ruled by our flesh and doing things the way we've always done them, or we can step out in faith and allow the Spirit of God to create in us a new be- ginning (Isaiah 43:18 -19). 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 Independent Lutheran ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, Aug. 25, 9 a.m. Praise Team practice and 10 a.m. worship—Confir- mation. Sunday, Sept. 1, 10 a.m. worship. Catherine Burnette, Pas- tor Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Adult Sunday school 9 a.m.; 10 :15 a.m. worship service. Don't forget—Items are still needed for LWR Promise School Kits. Bible verse for the week: "Or do you know that your body is a temple of the Ho- ly Spirit within you., which you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you were bought with a price, therefore glorify God in your body" (I Corinthians 6:19 -20). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor Methodist Methodist 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 Methodist Church exists to glorify God through Jesus Christ our Lord. As a body of believers, we pledge ourselves to allow the Holy Spirit to develop within us maturity of spirit, unity of faith and knowledge of the Son of God, so that we may be prepared to share His love, mercy and grace through our words and ac- tions to a needy world. We extend an invitation to the public to come and wor- ship with us. The Good Shepherd takes care of His sheep. Kay Bond, Minister HOLLAND U.M. CHURCH 205 N. Second Ave. 812-536-4862 Thursday, Aug. 22, 2 p.m. Senior balance exercise class. Sunday, Aug. 25, 9 a.m. Sunday school classes; 10 :10 a.m. morning worship ser- vice. Monday, Aug. 26, 6:30 p.m. Exercise class. Tuesday, Aug. 27, 6:15 p.m. Bible study. Keith Chanley, Pastor 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 Method- ist invites you to join us this Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. as we worship our Lord Je- sus 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 ma- ture, attaining to the whole measure 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 PETERSBURG FREE METHODIST CHURCH 202 E. Walnut Street Pastor 812-354-6646 Normal weekly schedule is as follows: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m., with morning worship starting at 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday night at 6 p.m., there is a casual Bible study; Wednesday eve- ning, the children and youth ministries meet at 6:30 p.m., during the school year. If you can't make it to church on Sunday, check out our live stream on Pe- tersburg Free Methodist Church Facebook page. Peace and joy in the Lord. Mark Schlechty, 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 812-922-8215 Church service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m. Today's reading: Isaiah 46:3-13. "Praise the Lord; praise God our savior. For each day he carries us in his arms" (Psalm 68:19, NLT). WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 Bowman 812-582-8896 Sunday morning worship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 :15 a.m. We are exploring the words in Philippians 4:4-9 and how they can help us thrive in chaos. So many trials come in- to our lives and along with the business of life. These things can easily choke out the Life of God in us. But praise God, "But seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things will be added unto you" (Matthew 6:33). What things will be add- ed? God's order back into our lives—a peace that pass- es all understanding—He is in control. Facebook: White River Chapel UMC, Jeff Pinney. ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Thursday, Aug. 22, 7 p.m. Bible study. Saturday, Aug. 24, 5 p.m. EPIC meeting. Sunday, Aug. 25, 9 a.m. morning worship service. Tuesday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. Bible study. Keith Chanley, Pastor We may not always be able to feel God's arms beneath us, but "the Lord has prom- ised that He will never leave us" (Hebrews 13:5). As we rest in His care and promises, He helps us learn to trust in His faithfulness. He lifts us above our wor- ries to discover new peace in Him. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter Questions regarding church events, call 812-766 - 3344 or mail to: 3555 West State Road 56, Petersburg, IN 47567. Jeff Pinney, Pastor Nazarene PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. Church 812-354-8851 Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and children's church at 10 :30 a.m.; children's and teen ser- vice at 6 p.m.; evening wor- ship at 6 p.m. and Wednes- day prayer service at 6 p.m. Matthew 28:16 -20 is the Great Commission given to us by Jesus. Jesus has all power, and He will share that power with us, if we will only ask. It takes effort to be a dis- ciple and follow this commis- sion. We must not be afraid, but do all that we can to reach others for Jesus. Jesus prom- ised that He would always be with us, even to the end of the ages. Go and make dis- ciples of those around you in your world. Upcoming activities and services • No Wednesday service tonight, August 21. • Children's mission les- son and meal to follow on Sunday, August 25, during and following the morning service. All children, par- ents and grandparents are welcome. WINSLOW NAZARENE CHURCH 106 W. Washington St. Winslow 915-490-8813 9 a.m. coffee and fellow- ship; 9:30 a.m. prayer; 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 :30 a.m. worship celebration; 6 p.m. kids' hour 1.5 (except on the last Sunday of the month). •Saturdays: Men's Break- fast at 9 a.m. (first Saturday of the month). • Irene's Room Food Pan- try distributes food on the third Saturday of the month from 9 -11 a.m. Use the door with the cross on the west side of the church. All services and activities are open to the community. Prayer requests: 915 -490 - 8812 or 915 -490 -8813. If you are looking for a church, we would love to have you join us for our ser- vices at any time. We look forward to meeting you. Fred J. Grenier, Pastor Need a church home? Stop in and visit us. We would love to have you be a part of our church family. Jeannine Smith, Reporter Pentecostal HOUSE OF MERCY CHURCH Corner of East and Porter Winslow Pastor 812-789-5229 A Church with open arms and a loving heart. Sunday morning servic- es at 10 :15 a.m.; Praise and worship at 10 :30 a.m.; Minis- tering of the Word and Sun- day school classes at 11 a.m. The Bible says we as Christians have been called out of the darkness into the glorious light of the Word of God. And being called out, we also have placed upon us a calling and/or gifts. Not just having received but al- so to be obedient to what God has given. We have a world with lost, helpless, and hurting people that are wait- ing for us to operate in our gifts and calling that are to be used to lead us, guide us, and empower us to tell them about Jesus and His wonder- ful saving grace. Are you obedient to God and what He has placed in your life? Rise up, take a step forward and He will strengthen you for the task ahead. Be blessed in the name of Jesus. Pray for those in hos- pitals, nursing homes, your neighbors, any that are sick OAKLAND CITY FIRST PENTECOST Hwy. 64 East Sunday morning service 9:30 a.m. with children's Sunday school during the ministry of the Word; Sun- day and Wednesday evening services at 6 p.m.; Recovery Road, every Saturday at 4 p.m. in the fellowship hall. All services are CDT (Gib- son Co. times). Sisters in the Lord, sec- ond Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Next meeting will be Saturday, Sept. 14. Speak- er will be Kelly Fehrenbach- er. To receive you must be a giver. Don't suffer from cir- rhosis of the giver. Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812-749 -1122 (leave a mes- sage). and in bondage and also re- member in prayer our pres- ident, government and Jeru- salem. I pray that many of God's children realize it is time for revival in our lives and in our churches. May reviv- al fire begin to burn in our churches again and may the harvest come in. In God's Service. George Bruce, Pastor OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH 2277 N. Mechanics Street Otwell Pastor 812-354-3028 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship service 6:30 p.m. Nursery available. Tuesday morning women's Bible study at the fellowship hall 10 a.m. Continue to prayer for Roy and Margie and for all that are in need of God's healing power. We invite all of you to come and worship with us. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter