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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, October 23, 2019 C- 3 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 1 Continued in next column Continued from page 2 learn and carry out the Great Commission to carry God's word to all the world. I am older and it is hard for me to sit that long and not fall asleep which I dozed off a few times and when I would wake I would be ashamed of myself. I'm glad I don't attend college because I would have trou- ble with their seminars and speeches. We did make lots of notes though and learned some things about the small churches we hadn't given a thought to. Well we didn't have church at Velpen this past Sunday but we did get to visit with Glezen Gener- al Baptist and bring them God's word. Their church building is very nice and comfortable. It's the people who make up a church and these folks have love which you can feel as you enter their as- sembly. I brought a mes- sage about being righteous with God's righteousness which happens when you allow your life to be guid- ed by the Holy Spirit. Lots of people think that doing good deeds can get you in- to heaven but I will tell now good deeds are called for, but you must be forgiven or they are just good deeds and they will not get you to heaven. Don't fail seek God while He may be found. Okay so this is the lon- gest Rambling yet so I'll let you rest and then go about being a blessing. Trunk or Treat 295 W. Main Street Petersburg, IN (NEXT TO JAY C FOOD STORE) IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Trunk or Treat from 6-8 p.m. Everyone Welcome DON'T MISS IT! For more info., call Pastor Roman 812-890-9942 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 bibli- cal and applicable preaching each week. At the Gospel Center, you will find God-loving people who desire to serve and praise God with their heart, soul, mind and strength. Come and praise the King with us. We would be honored to have you come and join us and see what God is doing here at the Gos- pel Center Church. Rodney Fretwell, Sr. Pastor 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. William Breidenbaugh, 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 Bible study enti- tled "Walk the Walk You Talk" by Kay Arthur will begin on October 7 at 10 a.m. at the center. The book costs $ 6. Call to re- serve a book. "Surviving the Holidays" will be offered on Novem- ber 9, from 2-4 p.m. Independent Lutheran ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. Sunday school and Praise Team practice; 10 a.m. wor- ship with Communion and Pastor Jane Rothman, wor- ship leader. Sunday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. Sunday school: 10 a.m. wor- ship with Jeff Mann, wor- ship leader. ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday school 9 a.m.; 10 :15 a.m. worship service. Bible verse for the week: "Therefore you are great, O Lord God for there is no one like you, and there is no God besides you, according to all that we have heard with our ears" (II Samuel 7:22, NRSV ). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant 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 812-749-3525 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- ist Church exists to glorify God through Jesus Christ our Lord. As a body of believ- ers, we pledge ourselves to al- low the Holy Spirit to develop within us maturity of spirit, unity of faith and knowledge HOLLAND U.M. CHURCH 205 N. Second Ave. 812-536-4862 Thursday, Oct. 24, 1 p.m. Senior balance exercise class. Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. Sunday school classes and 10 :10 a.m. morning worship 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 PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday school at 10 :45 a.m. Scripture lesson for Sun- day, October 27: Luke 18:9 - 14. Sermon Title: "Getting Over My Life Right." Jesus offers another com- parison parable. It isn't hard to see which one of the persons involved in their prayers Jesus prefers. In fact, he offers advice as to which one our Lord would have us model ourselves af- ter. Is it as easy as that? Sim- ply picking out good models and copying their behavior would seem a good way to live. On the other hand, our own sense of pride makes us think that we are do- ing so well when maybe we aren't as close to God as we think we are. The Pharisee thought he had it right… but he was wrong. The tax collector was sure he was wrong, but he had it right. Interesting thought? Let's talk about it this coming Sunday. Michael (Mike) Punke, 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.; Wednesday evening the children and youth ministries meet at 6:30 p.m., during the school year; There is a casual Bible study Thursday evening at 7 p.m. 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.; Thursday Bible study at 1 p.m. Today's reading: John 14:25 -31. "Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid" ( John 14:27). "There's plenty we could be uptight about in our ev- eryday lives. But we can grow in our trust in God by reminding ourselves that His Spirit lives in us—and He offers us His peace. As we draw on His strength, we can hear Him in the thera- pist's words: 'Okay, you can 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. Questions regarding church events, call 812-766 - 3344 or mail to: 3555 West State Road 56, Petersburg, IN 47567. Jeff Pinney, Pastor ZOAR U.M. CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-4862 Thursday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. Halloween party. Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. morning worship service. Monday, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. Bible study. Keith Chanley, Pastor 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. Janet Shomate, Secretary relax'"—Anne Cetas. What causes you stress? What characteristics of God can help you learn to trust Him more? Teach me, Jesus, to trust Your faithfulness, to know Your presence, to experi- ence Your peace, to relax. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter service. Monday, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m. exercise class. Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 5:30 -8:30 p.m. Trunk or Treat. Keith Chanley, Pastor Methodist Nazarene PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. Church 812-354-8851 Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and chil- dren's church at 10 :30 a.m.; children's and teen service at 6 p.m. There will be no Wednes- day service, Oct. 23 and no Sunday evening service, Oct. 27. Upcoming activities and services • Pastor Appreciation Meal, Sunday, Oct. 27, follow- ing morning worship. Meat will be provided. Bring sides to share. We are grateful for our interim pastor and family. • Church board meeting, Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. •Women's Ministry Brunch, Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. Bring a dish to share and a friend. 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 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 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. It is no secret what God can do through a willing vessel. Are you ready to be a vessel of honor for Jesus? Pray for our great coun- try, our government and our president. Remember those in hospitals, nursing homes, your family and friends by your daily prayers. In God's Service. George Bruce Jr., Pastor MAIN STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10th and Main Streets, Petersburg 812-354-6844 Sunday school 9:15 a.m.; Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m. We have a nursery for chil- dren up to the age of seven and we also have a van route in Petersburg to pick anyone up. Come visit us, our doors are always open to you. Unimaginable impact You don't know how many people have been strength- ened because you asked God to encourage them; how ma- ny people have been healed because you prayed for their bodies; how many spiritual runaways have come home because you prayed for their souls. None of us may ever know the true effects of our prayers this side of death. But we do know this: History be- longs to the intercessors. Office hours: 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Boyd Heldring, Pastor Amy Melhiser, Secretary Presbyterian Wesleyan 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. October is Pastor Appre- ciation month. Remember to tell your pastor how much you appreciate him. "Don't be afraid, for I am with you" (Isaiah 41:10). We invite all of you to come and worship with us. 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