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The Press-Dispatch Church Wednesday, Januar y 1, 2020 C- 3 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 1 Continued on page 8 Continued in next column Continued from page 2 Psalms 128:1, NIV JESUS CHRIST Our Firm Foundation 1415 N. Vincennes Ave., Petersburg • 812-354-4424 May 2020 be the year of your blessings. HAPPY New Year GOD bless your 2020 Main Street Presbyterian Church Petersburg • 812-354-6844 With best wishes to you and your kin, We're so grateful for your dropping in And before another year gets into gear, We'd like to wish you Happy New Year! See You Next Year! Ficklin Auto Supply, Inc. 12th & Main Streets, Petersburg • 812-354-6000 myself and I feel good after exercising. You might be lucky enough to feel good all day long. It is good to have fami- ly traditions but sometimes as our family members leave and start a family of their own our traditions are often altered. Why do some get so upset by this. You should be happy you have helped the Lord establish a new family to carry on as needed. We need to face it, as we age things are going to change and if you want to be a part of their life you may have to alter your thinking. Our sons have grown up but they do their best to be with Mom and Dad at least part of each holiday. My wife and I are smart enough to know we can't control their lives nor can we live ours through theirs. I've been making a plea to everyone about volun- teering your time and ef- forts to the many positions in our community. Today I'm making a plea for you to seriously consider join- ing the Lions because we could definitely use many new members. Our organization is a ser- vice minded club. Some of our many projects include: cancer control, eye sight help, support of the gamma knife at IU med and diabe- tes awareness. This is not a complete list of the many things we do, only a sam- pling of our many involve- ments. If you have a heart for your fellowman and would like to make a difference then consider us as a means for you to help. We meet every second Thurs- day night at the Village Inn at 6:30 p.m. You can always get in touch with one of us or you can call me at 812- 354-9597 and I'll be hap- py to help you get into Li- onism. Our Sunday scripture lesson will be about mak- ing promises and not keep- ing them. We sometimes promise God things and welch out, which brings you to judgment. We seem to forget a good name is easy to lose if we don't keep our word. It also in- volves, saying what you mean and meaning what you say. Should be interest- ing where God will take us with this subject. As always I ask you to go and be a blessing to some- one each day. Pentecostal Methodist Independent LIVING FAITH CHURCH INTERNATIONAL 601 S. 9th Street, Petersburg Phone: 812-809-4544 Sunday study from 9 -9:35 a.m.; Sunday service at 10 a.m.; Wednesday service from 6:30 -8 p.m. and Youth service Thursdays from 7- 8:30 p.m. No Wednesday service this week. Prayer week is January 5 -9. Some see God as a cold taskmaster. He's laid down the law and you either turn or burn. That is NOT our God. Our God carefully planned out and spoke the universe into existence. He then lovingly crafted a beautiful garden filled with delicious foods, animals, plants, insects; even down to the smallest organism that was created with such precision. And then with lov- ing hands, He formed Adam and breathed His very own life into Him. God cared so much that He gave Adam a companion and wife in Eve. The biggest show of God's love for us came next when He gave them free choice. Everything had been loving- ly set up and created for His children, even a way to bring them back into relationship with Him if they messed up and walked away from Him. Yes, there were the 10 com- mandments that God gave to Moses for the Israelites, but that was to show them how they weren't capable of being righteous in and of 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 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: "Jesus loves you snow much;" evening wor- ship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednesday night prayer meeting at 7 p.m. Transpor- tation available. "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven" (Ecclesiastes 3:1). Time is a treasure; how shall we use it? We can make useful, or we can abuse it. Only the Giver can make our hearts wise, teaching us daily the New Time to prize. Time is a treasure, so view it, my soul. Keep all its spend- ing 'neath watchful control. Employ each new moment in God's holy fear, and He will ensure you a Happy New Year! 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. Grief Share, Support group for those who have lost loved ones. Class- es starting Monday, Jan. 6 -March 30 at 6 p.m. A new Bible study called "Armor of God" by Priscilla Shirer will begin on January 13. It's a seven week's study from 9 -11:30 a.m. To reserve a book, call 812-582-8222 or 812 582-1486. PATOK A GROVE CHURCH 1135 W. C.R. 475 S. Winslow Pastor 812-239-6843 Sunday morning church service at 10 a.m. and Sun- day school 11 a.m. Jason Hill, Pastor 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 themselves. They needed a Savior. God not only loves us, He sacrificed Himself to show us just how much He loves us. He is a Good Father and He only wants the best for us. Check location and time for upcoming 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 Lutheran ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, Jan. 5, 9 a.m. Sun- day school; worship team meeting; 10 a.m. worship— Holy Communion with Pas- tor Dan Fugate, Worship Leader. Wednesday, Jan. 8, 6:30 p.m. Confirmation. Friday, Jan. 10, 6:30 p.m. Praise Team practice. Sunday, Jan. 12, Food Bank Sunday; 9 a.m. Sun- day school and Praise Team practice; 10 a.m. worship , Holy Communion with Pas- tor Tim Kraemer, Worship Leader and Annual meeting following worship. Paula Mann, Administra- tive Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday school at 9 a.m.; 10 :15 a.m. worship service, with Holy Communion. Tak- ing down Christmas decora- tions, following the service. Bible verse for the week: "I will recount the steadfast love of the Lord...according to all that the Lord has grant- ed us" (Isaiah 63: 7, ESV ). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor Lutheran 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 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 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 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 reading: Romans 8:31-39. "If God is for us, who can be against us" (Romans 8:31)? Through the uncertain- ty of this world, God can be trusted completely, know- ing that nothing, absolute- ly nothing, "will be able to separate us from the love of 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 God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Romans 8:39). When you face seemingly hopeless situations, how do you typically respond? What promise of God can you cling to, knowing He is faithful to fulfill it? Faithful heavenly Father, thank You for Your love for me. Thank You for Your Son's sacrifice so that I can have eternal life. Thank You that, no matter how gray life may seem right now, I can trust in Your promises. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter 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. 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 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 eve- ning services at 6 p.m. All services are CST (Gibson Co. times). Recovery Road resum- ing Saturday, Jan. 4 at 4 p.m. CST. "Living without Jesus in your life is like being a puzzle with pieces missing. You'll never get the whole picture"—Jesse Duplantis. Begin the New Year by becoming a new creator. Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812-749 -1122 (leave a mes- sage). CHURCH NOTE DEADLINE 10 A.M. EVERY TUESDAY