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B-6 Wednesday, September 30, 2020 The Press-Dispatch SAME DAY SERVICE • Complete plastic lab on premises • Quality eyewear by Karen Memering, Optician • Professional eyecare by Dr. Steve Gregory • Most insurance plans accepted WE FILL ALL DOCTOR'S PRESCRIPTIONS Complete Contact Lens Care & Service *In most cases **Some restrictions apply. Call for details. 812-254-6594 Corner of Hwy. 50 & 57, Washington, IN VALLEY OPTICAL 812-254-6594 MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH 6100 S. Augusta Broadway Street Winslow Pastor 812-582-0756 Sunday morning worship at 10 :15 a.m.; children's Sunday school during morning wor- ship; Crossfit for the youth at 6 p.m. on Sunday evening. Pastor Tuffy can be seen and heard on Facebook at 10 :15 a.m. on Sunday morning. We are having services, but we are practicing social dis- tance. There will be no chil- dren's church. "You shall surround me with songs of deliverance" (Psalm 12:7). Someone has said that when faith is strong, troubles become trifles. That doesn't mean our troubles aren't re- al, or that we act as if they didn't exist. God takes them seriously, so seriously that He sent Jesus Christ into the world to deal with their cause, which is sin, but just as Jesus triumphed over death, so He helps us triumph over trouble. Even in the midst of troubles, the Bible says, "will turn their mourning into joy" ( Jeremiah 31:13). How does it happen? By looking in faith to God. He has not abandoned us and He has plans for our future. He can even give us an optimistic spirit, somewhat like the En- glishman that was heard about during World War ll who stood looking at the deep hole in the ground where his bombed-out home had once stood. If at any time you have no church to attend, your pres- ence will be greatly appreciat- ed and I am sure you will leave feeling blessed. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61 Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday morning worship at 10 :30 a.m. Business meeting the third Sunday of the month, following morning worship. We continue to take pre- cautions by social distancing as much as possible and ask that everyone wear a mask. We want to be able to contin- ue to worship together. "Wherever I am, though far away at the ends of the earth, I will cry to you for help. When my heart is faint and overwhelmed, lead me to the mighty, towering Rock of safety. For you are my ref- uge, a high tower where my enemies can never reach me" (Psalm 61:2,3). When emotional injuries that were buried long ago come to the surface of life, they transform from past scars to raw, gaping wounds, brand new and scorching. Earthly bandages cannot completely heal the pain. We need God's healing touch, His balm of tenderness up- on us. Only He is our safe refuge when we are afraid to walk through the pain. We have to let God walk us through the healing process. We are safe in His care and He promises to heal our past hurts and keep us safe. Cast your cares, past hurts and disappointments on Him to- day. You are welcome to wor- ship with us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9659 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com Website: www.immanuel- baptistchurch.weebly.com Sunday morning Bible study at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :40 a.m. There will be no Sunday evening, Wednesday and Thursday services. "And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou lies down, and when thou ris- es up" (Deuteronomy 11:19). Mission Statement New Beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter 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 Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, Adviso- ry Board meeting at 6 p.m. and business meeting to follow. There will be no Bible study. Social distancing is still in place and until further notice, there will be no children's church or Sunday night fel- lowship. Thought for the week: In ev- erything I do, may Jesus be the one who is always glorified. Be in prayer for the lost, the sick, our church, our country and leaders, and always each other. God's blessings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love, because everyone 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, Reporter GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday worship at 10 :30 a.m.; No Sunday school; Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. Every day, minute and sec- ond, ungodly things are hap- pening around us. When we look down or around, we find envy, disorder, selfish ambi- tion and conflict. We need the wisdom of God to direct us and keep us on the right track. If we don't seek heaven's wis- dom, we will surely serve the world's wisdom. As James says, all good gifts come from God above, so we must look up to find the wisest way to live. "But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, consider- ate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere" ( James 3:17). Dwight Howe, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E. Otwell (Meeting in the Iva Union Church building) Sunday school for children and adults 9 a.m.; Sunday morn- ing worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 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 Church Note Deadline 10 .m. Tuesday PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the MIA "A dog will show his love by jumping on you at the front door. A cat will show his love by ignor- ing you, and then curling up next to you when you need it most"— Danielle Asson. This week, PAWS is fea- turing a graceful young fe- line named Mia, who is a plush tabby with soft gray fur, white accents, mys- terious topaz eyes, long white whiskers and has a smudge of gray on the tip of her nose, which gives her character and pizazz. To adopt this little gal, call 812-354-9894. Catholic Christian Christian Continued on the next page Independent Church of God Baptist Church of Christ ADMISSION Ages 4 to 11 ......................... $5 Ages 12 to Adult ................ $6 Ages 3 and Under .......... Free Every Weekend in October Friday – Saturday – Sunday Visit www.LylesStation.org for more details. 812-385-2534 • 953 N. 500 W., Princeton Friday – Saturday – Sunday Friday – Saturday – Sunday Haunted Maze Oct. 31 8-10PM STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg 812-354-6942 Email: frenner@evdio.org Facebook: Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Churches, check for the livestream Mass and bulletin announcements post- ed. New mass schedule until further notice: Holy Rosary at 5 p.m. EDT and Saturday mass at 5:30 p.m.; weekday mass on Thursdays at 10 :30 a.m. No 11 a.m. mass on Sundays un- til coronavirus is eliminat- ed. All services are EDT. For those who still don't feel safe returning to church, the Sun- day mass obligation will contin- ue to be uploaded and record- ed on Facebook. Continued adherence to the guidelines from Gov. Hol- comb and Bishop Siegel will be in place regarding Church ser- vices. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is extended until November 1, 2020. The church is open dai- ly for visits and private prayers. Everyone is welcome. CCD and adult Bible study Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Daily masses, rosaries, ado- ration, programs are available through cable T V and Face- book at EWTN network. Cath- olic Radio at 93.1FM. Mass readings for 27th Sun- day in Ordinary Time, Oct. 3-4: First reading: Isaiah 5:1-7; sec- ond reading: Philippians 4:6 - 9 ; Gospel: Matthew 21:33-43. Continue to pray for an end to the pandemic, for our gov- ernment officials and everyone who serves in every capacity to sustain the life of our Nation. Also pray for those who have passed away from this illness and the entire world, especial- ly the sick, hungry, the lonely and isolated. Stay close to Je- sus, stay away from the virus Pray for the healing of our na- tion, so many tragedies taking place. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade, Deacon BLESSED SACR AMENT CATHOLIC CHURCH 1416 IN-57 Oakland City 812-749-4474 Email: frenner@evdio.org Facebook: Blessed Sacra- ment Catholic Church check for the livestream Mass and bulletin announcements post- ed. Mass schedule: Holy Rosary at 7:30 a.m.; Mass on Sundays 8 a.m. and Wednesdays Adora- tion and Benediction at 6 p.m.; Mass at 6:30 p.m. All services are CDT. Continued adherence to the guidelines from Gov. Hol- comb and Bishop Siegel will be in place regarding Church ser- vices. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is extended until November 1, 2020. Mass readings for 27th Sun- day in Ordinary Time. Oct. 3-4: First reading: Isaiah 5:1-7; sec- ond reading: Philippians 4:6 - 9; Gospel: Matthew 21: 33-43. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade,Deacon FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 This past Sunday we wrapped up our series, We are the Church, looking at how the New Testament calls us all as a church to go, and be disci- ple makers. Though we all in the body of Christ have differ- ent gifts, we all have one call. If you missed any of the three messages from this series I in- vite you to find them on our Facebook page. For many of us the season during this pandemic has been tough, plans have changed, 2020 didn't go the way we ex- pected it to. And some days we don't know what is next. But I remain encouraged that as we go on we can still find hope. We still find hope in God's sov- ereignty. Joseph in the Old Testament told his brothers "You meant this for evil." Meaning they intended evil for him, to beat him, sell him to slavery, and ultimately hope he would die in Egypt, and never to hear of him again. But he continues "God meant it for good…" Jo- seph doesn't say that God de- cided to show up in the midst of the chaos and work with what was there. Not even while his brothers were wishing and doing evil, God was setting up a good that no one could fore- see. So, while the enemy us- es pandemics, pestilence, dis- ease, violence, and death for evil, God is working for the ul- timate good. The good we see when we see Christ on the throne, and as the psalmist says the earth has been made his footstool. Continue to take heart, and have hope. I know I will. Join us this week as we be- gin a two-week series on the book of Jude. Can't wait to see you. DJ Bryant, Pastor VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 Sunday morning worship and the Lord's supper at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :30 a.m.; Evening worship at 6:30 p.m. Topic study: Practical Christianity. We will meet in accordance to social distanc- ing and with face masks. You are invited to worship with us. This weekend there will be a preaching rally at Camp Il- liana. Love "Love will find a way, indif- ference an excuse." WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH Corner of Lafayette and Walnut Pastor 812-753-3539 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; We extend a warm welcome to everyone. Dr. Robert Asa, Minister Continued in next column "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life" ( John 3:16). Because He lives. John Manges, Minister BRENTON CHAPEL CHURCH OF CHRIST 1194 E. CR 400 N. Prides Creek Road Petersburg Sunday morning Bible classes 10 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m. and evening worship at 6 p.m. Tony Sims, Elder Ross Williams, Elder FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 2135 East Main Street Petersburg Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m.; children's church at 10 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :45 a.m. Ministry Council meeting, Sunday, Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. "Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you dou- ble-minded" ( James 4:8 NIV ). Don Fausnaugh, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter TR AYLOR UNION CHURCH 4107 N. CR 1000 E. Otwell (Two miles north of Otwell) Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m. If unable to attend, you may connect by calling 862-799 -9154. Bible studies will be on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. at the church, or you may connect by phone at the above number. "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and hum- ble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light" (Matthew 11:28 -30, NIV ). Dennis and Lisa Patton, Pastors 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 do- ing 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 people who de- sire 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 do- ing here at the Gospel Center Church. Rodney Fretwell, Sr. Pastor JESUS CHRIST OUR FIRM FOUNDATION 1415 N. Vincennes Ave. Petersburg 812-354-4424 or 812-582-0240 Sunday morning fellowship 10 a.m.; Church at 10 :30 a.m.; Bible studies: Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at Brian Eilert's house and Thursday night at 7 p.m. at church. "Oh, satisfy us early with Your mercy, that we may re- joice and be glad all our days" (Psalm 90 :14). I believe this is more a re- quest for realization that the Lord's mercy is satisfying. If we realize it early in life, we will be happier longer. The Lord offers mercy to all, but most people don't seem to want it, because they refuse Him, too. Instead, they look for satisfaction in things that won't last. Where are you look- ing for satisfaction? Denny Wiscaver, Pastor Kimberly Flynn, Reporter We're not afraid to shed some light on the truth. 812-354-8500 SUBSCRIBE TODAY!