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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, October 30, 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 hasn't been the easiest decoration to erect. Friday was for the most part an inside day. We straightened up the house because we had an insurance rep coming to help us with our supplemental needs. She is from Evans- ville and we have become friends with her so we trust her opinions. Hopefully we will save a little because insurance is a big expense. Saturday was another rainy day and we were babysitting with Willow so we're not doing anything exciting but wondering where we could go. This didn't take long be- cause Connie had some Kohl's cash which had to be spent. We got back home and had a Mexican meal for supper. We were awakened by a phone call. The kids were wanting to take Willow to the emergency room and needed my wife to sit with Wyatt while they went to hospital. From being tired and having an upset stom- ach I called some of our church members and they suggested we just cancel for to- day. I don't like to cancel church but some- times with a small congregation it makes more sense. Well I'm going to finish for this week and I still say go out and prepare yourself to be a blessing to everyone you meet. Say only good things about others and reap all those blessing you can. In Eph. 1:9,10 Paul makes a statement re- garding the mystery which has baffled ma- ny students of the Word: "Having made known unto us the mys- tery of His will, according to His good plea- sure which He hath purposed in Himself: "That in the dispensation of the fullness of times He might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heav- en, and which are on earth; even in Him." This will be the glorious consummation of the mystery but we, of the dispensation of grace, are to show men and angels that true oneness is to be found only in Christ (Eph. 3:9 -11). The world knows nothing of this perfect oneness and, indeed, the Church does not experience it — except in Christ. There is no true oneness anywhere — in the world or in the Church — except in Christ. We might illustrate this by two members of the body: our two arms. They hang from oppo- site sides of the body yet work together as one. But wherein lies their oneness? The answer is: In the head. It is the head which makes my arms and hands operate as one, and so our oneness as members of Christ's Body, is in Christ, the Head. It is the recog- nition of Christ as our Head, then, and this alone, that can make us one, experiential- ly. Thus the Apostle says: "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus" (Phil. 2:5). Soon enough the Lord will take us out of this world and all those events will tran- spire which will finally bring in "the full- ness of [the] times," when all in heaven and earth will be "gathered together in one… in Christ! " "What a day of rejoicing that will be! " 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 Glorious Consummation Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Cornelius R. Stam The Marriage Covenant Religious Viewpoint by Clyde Dupin In recent years we have seen many moral failures and divorce among Christian lead- ers. Divorce is always a sad and hurtful ex- perience for any couple but especially dis- appointing when it is a member of the cler- gy. I sometimes wonder what we have do- ne with the transforming power of God. We talk about a God who can forgive every sin, heal every broken heart and solve every problem. I am one who still believes God's power can change difficult situations. The best place to start healing the divorce prob- lem is to avoid even the appearance of evil. The Bible, filled with love and forgiveness, is still the best marriage manual. The American culture, Hollywood, lib- eral media and the Internet all encourage unfaithfulness and divorce. The sad, sick messed up marriages in Hollywood should not be the examples we follow in marriage. There is nothing on earth more wonderful than a good marriage. All those with a good marriage value the relationship. A divorce usually begins with emotion- al distance and the breakdown of protec- tive barriers. Many people get critical of their partner and start thinking some- one else might be a better companion. These thoughts are wrong and a strong warning to rekindle the original flame of love, kindness and patience. Don't allow yourself to become defensive and negative. Ask God to help you and don't be embar- rassed to seek out counseling from some or- ganization like the American Association of Christian Counselors. A godly pastor with a good track record may be a good source. Always remember, your marriage was a lifetime covenant. Think of the children whose lives will forever be damaged and broken. Think of how you will forever be a covenant breaker and dishonest person. In times of stress and temptation remember your most sacred covenant is fixable. Hey I got a new way to start this week be- cause we took both kiddos to day care and drove to Cadiz, Kentucky for a few days. It was a rainy drive but nothing you couldn't adjust to so it was a good trip. It took us about two and half hours to make the trip and after we checked into the motel we drove down to Cadiz and enjoyed an afternoon of antiquing. The motel was about eight or nine mile from Cadiz and it has been remodeled and really comfortable. We could easily walk to many places to eat and buy conveniences if we needed. The antique stores were a little pricey but they had lots of things not found elsewhere. A quick word concerning exercise and that is you don't realize how much your body doesn't want to sit still. Although I have went to every other day the aches and pains I used to have has greatly decreased. The body was designed by God to move in a countless num- ber of ways and there seems to be an exer- cise to accommodate your body to help it keep mobile without so much pain. Thursday morning I vacuumed a couple of loads of leaves but after the wind storm Sat- urday evening there is about 15 loads waiting for my attention. It doesn't take that long to vacuum a load but it takes longer to empty a full load. I have placed my debris in the same area about 15 years now and we have raised the ground level at least three feet. It sure has made a great fill and the run off water around us doesn't seem to move those com- pacted leaves although only weeds will grow there (oh well at least weeds are green). The volunteers have started putting up more decorations this past week and we must have learned quite a bit since we start- ed, because the ice castle went the easiest I have ever seen it go up. The ice castle put six stitches in Max Barrett's head one year, so it Continued on page 2 Petersburg Holiness Church Revival continues through Nov. 3 The Petersburg Holiness Church is holding a Reviv- al through Nov. 3. Servic- es during the week will be at 7 p.m. with Sunday morn- ing worship 10 :30 a.m. and Sunday evening service at 6:30 p.m. Evangelist will be Rev. Tim Hamaker and sing- ers will be the James Kahler family. 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 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.; Wednesday, Nov. 6 Bible study canceled. Sunday-Wednesday, Nov. 3-6: G.B. United Associa- tion Revival services at 7:30 EST.; 3rd—Ebenezer; 4th— Centenary; 5th—N. Friend- ship; 6th—Mt. Gilead. Sunday, Nov. 10, regular business meeting after the morning worship service. Wednesday, Nov. 20, Bi- ble study. Studying Psalm 16 -21. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: How many times did the angel of the Lord speak to Abraham during the attempted sacrifice of Isaac? Answer: Twice. Ref- erence: Genesis 22:10 -18. Q: Where is the follow- ing verse found? "Chil- dren, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right." Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. "When we think about restoring to our fellowship those who have sinned, the story of the prodigal son and the response of his father should come to mind"(Luke 15:11-32). The son demanded his inheritance, then went and spent it all on wild living. This was the hard-earned money that his father had saved throughout his life. You would think the father would be furious with him. But when the repentant son wanted to return home, what did the dad do? He embraced him, forgave him, and threw him a welcome home party. The son knew he had done wrong. He asked for forgive- ness. In our churches, we need to embrace our "prod- igals," and welcome them back home, too. "Finally, brothers and sis- ters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you" (II Corinthians 13:11). Remember those on our prayer list, the shut ins and NEW LIBERTY G.B. CHURCH (Coe) 1820 S. Co Rd. 800 S. Oakland City Gary Pancake, Pastor 812-664-4716 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Faron McLaughlin, Superin- tendent, Gary Pancake As- sistant and Sunday morn- ing worship at 10 :30 a.m. and Wednesday evening Bi- ble study at 6 p.m. Luke 18:9 -14:9 "To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else, Jesus told this para- ble: (10) Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. (11) The Phar- isee stood by himself and prayed: 'God, I thank you 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 Bi- ble study at 6:30 p.m. First Wednesday of each month Advisory Board meeting, before Bible study and business meeting to fol- low. Saturday, Nov. 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. there will be a meet and greet fellowship cook- out with the new Youth pas- tor, Pastor Nyles Head and he will pastor the children's 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 that I am not like other peo- ple-robbers, evildoers, adul- terers-or even like this tax collector. (12) I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.' (13) But the tax collec- tor stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, 'God, have mer- cy on me, a sinner.' (14) "I tell you that this man, rath- er than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.'" Upcoming events: • There will be a fall get- together, for our church family, on Sunday, Nov. 3, around 4 p.m. The event will be at the McLaughlin resi- dence, in Algiers. We will have a pitch in with hotdogs, soups and desserts. Bring what you want. Plates, cups and utensils will be provid- ed. Bring your lawn chairs and come fellowship. Ques- tions, call Chris at 813-354- 4210. • November 3-6, will be General Baptist Revival ser- vices. We continue in prayer for our church family and those brought before us in need. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Chris McLaughlin, Re- porter church on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 10 :30 a.m. Make plans to join us. Thought for the day: "But now, O Lord, thou are our father, we are the clay, and thou our potter, and we all are the works of thy hand" (Isaiah 64:8). Be in prayer for the lost, the sick, our church, our country and leaders, and al- ways each other. Gods bless- ings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love, because every- one is fighting some kind of battle. If you don't have a church home, we invite you to any of our services. Gary Watson, Pastor Nyles Head, Assoc. Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- porter old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer ser- vice 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor