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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, March 11, 2020 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 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 CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Ramblings of my mind by Lowell Thomas God's Word is Needed Religious Viewpoint by Clyde Dupin See R AMBLINGS on 3 Continued on page 2 Continued in next column Continued in next column There is an old saying that if March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb. So we will see what happens toward the end of March. I think we had some pretty conditions the first of this month, so it could be a little rough before long. The COVID-19 virus has things in a turmoil as lots of people are starting to panic about running out of things and not being able to leave their homes because of either having it or afraid of getting it. They are telling us to do the same thing we have heard over and over: wash your hands and limit the distance between you and others to six feet. If you feel sick, then please stay away from others and keep yourself as comfortable as possible so you can get over your ailment. It sounds as though this virus is a respiratory in- fection and can make it bad on those who have an underlying condition, which could make you susceptible to worse conditions. Just be careful and let us ride this thing out. The DSL played and entertained last Mon- day at River Walk assisted living complex. Peo- ple ask us where is River Walk? It is across the street from the downtown Deaconess medi- cal clinic and it used to be Welborn Hospital. It has six floors and many rooms for the resi- dents of this home. The people come from all over the building to hear us and we try not to disappoint them. We have been trying to add a new song or two each month. Wes Capehart has been playing along with us this month. He has a couple of songs he likes and they are really good. I like his singing of Paradise. It is a little community on the Green River which per- ished with the coal mines. It reminded me of Simms Ville as we knew it. It and the sur- rounding area are gone as they mined for coal. We need the coal, but lots of memories have been swallowed up by progress. I had two doctor appointments last week and my blood work was good, and it looks as though everything is working for right now. My blood work can't tell us about my liver's condition, but it can tell you that by the num- bers it is at least working, which is good news to me. I still think I have too many appoint- ments, but they seem to be keeping me going, so I suppose they are worth keeping. My wife has been trying to get me to take our shower doors down around our bathtub because we seldom shower there, as we use our built-in shower, so we really didn't need them. The silicone caulk which sealed the bot- tom track was set up so hard, we worked about all day trying to get it down to the tub. I have been thinking about getting one of those walk- in tubs because of the water jets in them and it would be easier to take a bath also if you desired. They make them look tempting and pleasant. It sounds like a small hot tub. This wind we have been having would sure make a kite fly high if it didn't turn the kite wrong side out. I haven't went out too much in the wind because being retired means there is little reason to get out in it if you don't have to. Maybe you could say I'm getting spoiled and soft. I have been doing my exercises and practicing on my music. People are still ask- ing when Mr. Banjo is coming out? Trust me, it is getting closer. My neighbor even said he is waiting for me to practice outside so he can hear it. He might have to go back in once I start. We set our clocks up an hour Saturday night and Sunday morning just didn't feel right. It's amazing how such a short period of time can mess with your mind and body. I can remem- ber when a power nap at work would allow you a burst of energy to finish your shift. I wonder if a power nap might be in order this afternoon. Make the best of the time because we should definitely have more daylight in the evenings, so one trade off for another. Got up Sunday and, as I said before, grog- giness was the plan of the day and as I was getting ready to brush my teeth, a crown just came off my tooth. I was looking in the mir- ror flossing and there was something shiny laying on my tongue. We'll see what the den- tist can do with it when I get the opportunity to get into his office. It doesn't look like there is any damage to crown or tooth, so maybe he The Bible remains the world's best-selling book. There is no book that has influenced America like the Bible. It is loved and read by millions throughout the world. Strange- ly, it never appears on the best sellers' list al- though no other book has sold as many cop- ies. At least 90 percent of the American peo- ple read it occasionally and many read it daily. More than 450 translations of the Bible into English have been written. Today there are study Bibles, paraphrases, new translations and formats every few years. The two most popular versions are The New Internation- al Version and the King James Version. The Living Bible is a paraphrase written in every- day language. One can read through the Bi- ble each year by spending about 20 minutes a day. My wife has read the Bible through faithfully for many years. According to the American Bible Society, the complete Bible has been published in 698 languages and the New Testament in 1548. There is a new bat- tle over the Bible as liberal theologians seek to re-engineer society and to make the Bible gender free and politically cor- rect. This is a danger- ous trend and should be opposed by Chris- tian people. The Bi- ble is very clear re- garding issues like abortion, homosexuality and cohabitation. Many seeker-sensitive pas- tors want sin to be less sinful and to make it easy for church members to fit into many of the evils in our culture. All true evangelicals believe the Bible makes a clear distinction between men and women. Christians must stand firm against all efforts to change the Word of God. In a world of chaos and fear on- ly the Bible gives hope. Assembly of God Baptist Baptist Baptist Continued in next column Ayrshire Valley GB Church Tonight at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. CHIZ RIDER For more info., contact Pastor Frank Coleman at 812-789-3968 Chiz is a nationally-known trumpeter, with jazz style of Christian and Gospel music. He has performed for the Billy Graham Crusades, and the U.S. Congress. Come join us and bring a friend. No admission, but a love offering will be received. Chiz Rider to perform at Ayrshire Valley G.B. Church tonight Chiz Rider will be in con- cert at the Ayrshire Val- ley General Baptist Church, 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S., Win- slow, this Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m., with doors open- ing at 6 p.m. Chiz is a nationally-known trumpeter. His jazz style of Christian and Gospel music has taken him all across the U.S., Virgin Islands and over- seas. There will be no admis- sion fee, but a love offering will be taken up. For more information, con- tact Pastor Frank Coleman at 812-789 -3968. 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. 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 Jesus as 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.; Business meeting third Sun- day of the month, following morning worship. Jesus said, "On the day of judgment you will have to give an account for every careless word you utter; for by your words you will be justified and by your words you will be condemned" (Matthew 12:36, NRSV ). How often do we speak quickly, without giving thought to the impact of our words? Do we really under- stand how powerful our words really are? Let us resolve dai- ly to use words of praise and encouragement, forgiveness and love. Remember to pray daily for those in need, whether it be illness, loss or need of for- giveness. We invite you to worship with us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter 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. Bible study will resume Wednesday, April 1. Spring Association Re- vivals: • Wednesday, March 11 at Heilman Mt. Olive with Revival at Twin Oaks Holiness Church will continue through Sunday with Evangelist Ron Beach The Twin Oaks Church, 1911 E. CR 650 N., Peters- burg, is holding a revival with Evangelist Ron Beach. The re- vival started Sunday, March 8 and will run through Sunday, March 15. Services will start at 7 p.m. nightly, at 10 :30 a.m. Sunday morning and at 6:30 Eternal Vision in concert this Friday Celebrating 30 years of ministry, Eternal Vision will be in concert at the River of Life Fellowship Church, 342 E. CR 300 N., Petersburg, on Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m. Eternal Vision at Old Friendship Church Eternal Vision will be in concert at the Old Friendship Church on Saturday, March 14 at 6 p.m. The church is lo- cated four miles east of Hwy. 61 on Hwy 68. in Lynnville. Free Lenten supper and service at St. Peter's Lutheran Church There will a free Lenten soup, sandwich, salad and dessert supper on Wednes- day, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Stendal. Following the meal will be a Lenten service, "By His wounds we are Healed," at 7:30 p.m. p.m. Sunday evening. 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 service 10 a.m.; Sunday evening ser- vice, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (four years old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer service 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor the Savior and Lord. See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Ayrshi- reValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor Rev. Dennis Taylor at 7:30 p.m. EDT. • Saturday, March 14, United of Indiana Presby- tery at 10 a.m. EDT At Win- slow Community Center, host New Liberty. Saturday, March 21, 160th Annual Session of United Indiana Association of General Baptists. Regis- tration at 9:30 a.m. EDT. Host: New Liberty at Win- slow Community Center. Sunday, March 22 is fourth Sunday and morn- ing worship offering will go to the building fund. Sunday, March 29 is fifth Sunday and we will be hav- ing Communion service. Continued in next column Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Unto every one of us is given grace according to? Answer: the measure of the gift of Christ. Refer- ence: Ephesians 4:7. Q: Moses wasn't al- lowed to go into the Promised Land be- cause? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter and from church services, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH 2789 S. State Rd 57 Oakland City Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday, meal at 5:30 p.m.