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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, November 4, 2020 B-5 VIEWPOINT Continued from page 3 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 3 Continued in next column Methodist Methodist Continued in next column Church Note Deadline 5 P.M. FRIDAY Lutheran Independent good families under stress and threatens their stability. God's loving purpose for peo- ple and families has become distorted. Always remember that God is at work in the difficult struggles Christians face in a world that is becoming more hostile to Christianity. Many families live with stress and fear because of the unex- pected changes in our world. Good and evil have been present since the beginning of time but it is more evident in our government, educa- tion, entertainment and the changing religious beliefs. As never before pastors must share the teaching of God's Word to give hope and pur- pose to those struggling with the evils of 2020. working with the displays are getting older. While talking about our beautiful park I would like to say, it is one of the most beau- tiful parks in southern Indi- ana. You really should take a drive through it just to look at the gorgeous colorful trees before all their leaves fall to the ground. This would be an excellent safe way to get out because unless you already have the virus there would be little risk to your health with a drive through the park. This is coming from me and not the officials who preach to you about the vi- rus, it is real and it will make you sick if you come down with it. Best advice is to stay home as much as possible. When you do have to go out stay out of crowds, wear your mask, stay at least six feet from one another and use an alcohol based sanitizer often. With Daylight Savings Time we will have less and less daylight so get outside as often as you can. Sunlight not only helps you physically it can help deter winter time depression. Winter depres- sion coupled with the COVID is going to truly be terrible if we don't focus on fighting it. I know in my own life the pre- cautions we have to maintain to keep from getting sick can get to you. Your personal doc- tor can advise you about vita- min supplements which can assist you in your fight with winter's maladies. My prayers are always there for people who are missing their church ser- vices and I too miss being with my friends but at this time we need to rely on the common sense God has in- stilled in us. I will keep say- ing this until we get it right, we can worship God without being in a building, although it does make life more enjoy- able to worship with your friends. What must we do then, pray for one another, call your friends to encourage one another and if you have to be out an about be a bless- ing to all. Talk to you next week. Presbyterian Wesleyan Nazarene Pentecostal Pentecostal Several soups, sandwiches, drinks and desserts to choose from. Several soups, sandwiches, drinks and desserts to choose from. Several soups, sandwiches, drinks and desserts to choose from. U C C Several soups, sandwiches, Several soups, sandwiches, U C C SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 58 (EST) • 47 CST Thanks in advance for your support! $ 5 A $ 10 F Money raised will go toward center improvements. 3082 North CR 850 W., Hazleton, IN 47640 Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! Thanks in advance for your support! 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Enjoy great music, upli ing teaching, heartwarming preparation for the holidays, combined with great friendships and connections. Twenty Immanuel Baptist LONGSLEEVE TSHIRTS will be given away this Sunday, Nov. 8 to visiting parents and adults who come to the 9:30 a.m. worship service. While supplies last. 295 W. Main Street, Petersburg (Next to Jay C) For more information, call 812-354-9659 even Weeks elebra Has everything of late left you tired and stressed? J n Us! Immanuel Baptist Church 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. "With the merciful you show yourself merciful; with the blameless, you show your- self blameless, with the pure you will show yourself pure and with the devious you will show yourself shrewd. As for God, his way is perfect; The way of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him" (Psalms 18:25, 26, 30). "God knows our hearts. Walk each day in the Spirit and do all things in Thanks- giving and in His favor"—In Jesus' name, Amen. Denny Wiscaver, Pastor David Sattler, Reporter OTWELL CONTENDERS OF FAITH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; wor- ship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday prayer and Bible study meeting 6:30 p.m. William Breidenbaugh, Pastor UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union Pastor 812-664-5454 Sunday school 10 a.m.; wor- ship service 11 a.m. Both ser- vices are EDT; children's ser- vice every fifth Sunday— geared toward children; Iron Sharpens Iron Wednesday night service is now for men and women at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to the First Friday Fun, the first Fri- day of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. EDT, to work on craft projects, scrapbooking, sew- ing, etc. There will be a Cri- cut available, along with other crafting tools for use. Bring a snack to share if you can. Con- tact Angela Christie at 812-664- 5970 for more information. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor service at 10 a.m. and Sunday school 11 a.m. Jason Hill, Pastor ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, Nov. 8, 9:15 a.m. Praise Team practice; 10 a.m. worship and Holy Commu- nion. Monday, Nov. 9, 6:30 p.m. Church Council meeting. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 6:30 p.m. Confirmation. Sunday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. worship. Paula Mann, Administrative Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 :15 a.m. worship and Church Council. Bible verse for the week: All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teach- ing, for reproof, for correc- tion, and for training in righ- teousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work" (II Timothy 3:16). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor ALFORD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1709 E. SR. 356 Petersburg Sunday school scheduled the first Sunday of each month at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship each week at 10 :30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to come and worship with us. Shane Springer, Pastor 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.; 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 allow the Holy Spirit to devel- op within us maturity of spir- it, unity of faith and knowl- edge of the Son of God, so that we may be prepared to share His love, mercy and grace through our words and actions 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. Neal Scifres, Pastor 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 Methodist invites you to join us this Sun- day at 10 :30 a.m. as we wor- ship our Lord Jesus Christ; PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world We are now having in-per- son worship service on Sun- days at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome. Bible study, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. "But whatever was to my profit, I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the sur- passing greatness of know- ing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rub- bish, that I may gain Christ" (Philippians 3:7-8). 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.; Sun- day school 10 a.m.; Friday Bi- ble study at 1 p.m. "This happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead" (II Corinthians 1:9, NIV ). God moves through our prayers to accomplish great good in the lives of His people. One of the best ways to love others is to pray for them, be- cause through our prayers, we open the door to the help on- ly God can provide. When we pray for others, we love them in His strength. There's none greater or more loving than He"—James Banks. How do you love others with your prayers? In what ways can you encourage prayer for those who are persecuted for their faith? "Loving and Almighty God, thank you for the amazing gift of prayer and the way You move through it. Help me to pray faithfully for others to- day"—Amen. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter WHITE RIVER CHAPEL UMC 3555 W. SR 56 Bowman 812-582-8896 Sunday worship 9 a.m.; Sun - day 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 into our lives and along with the busi- ness 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 un- to you" (Matthew 6:33). What things will be add- ed? God's order back into our lives—a peace that passes all understanding—He is in con- trol. Facebook: White River Chap- el 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 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 God bless. Michael (Mike) Punke, Pas- tor PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. Church 812-354-8851 Service times: Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. Praise and Wor- ship service, teen (7th-12th grades) meet separately; Wednesday at 6 p.m. Bible study. If you can't join us in person for Sunday morning service, join us through the airwaves. We have a drive-in service as well on Sunday mornings. Pull in to the church park- ing lot and tune your radio to 104.3FM and hear the service from the comfort of your car. We all face rough waters in our life; times when things we planned do not go smooth- ly. But there is One who can help calm those rough waters we are facing. Join us Sunday as Pastor Steve brings another message from the Gospel of Mark 4:35 - 41, about how having Jesus in your boat can help you calm the choppy waters of life. Visit our website www. petersburgnaz.com for ad- WINSLOW NAZARENE CHURCH 106 W. Washington St. Winslow 989-941-7190 Love, Care, Serve, Share Sunday morning service at 10 :30 a.m. Greetings to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. You are welcome to connect with our church either in per- son or online. Facebook: Winslow Church of the Nazarene. YouTube: Winslow Nazarene. Website: bit.ly/winslownaz. Irene's Food Pantry: Every third Saturday from 10 -11:30 a.m. Hope to see you soon. Joe Decker, Pastor ditional information. If the church can be of assistance to you, contact pastor@pe- tersburgnaz.com. We hope you will join us Sunday as we celebrate our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Steve Hamilton, Pastor 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 service 10 :15 a.m.; Sunday school at 11 a.m.; Thursday night ser- vices at 7 p.m. Every other Tuesday night at 6 p.m. prayer. Next prayer night will be November 17. Have you ever wondered where your life would be now if you had not accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour. Do you realize that the peace that is in your life would be gone without Jesus, that the home with family might not be ex- istent now? There is so much to be thankful for as a child of God, but yet many forget to thank Him for the life they have. Today would be a good time to give thanks while you have the breath. OAKLAND CITY FIRST PENTECOST Hwy. 64 East Sunday morning service 9:30 a.m. with children's Sun- day school during the minis- try of the Word; Wednesday and Sunday evening services at 6 p.m. All services are CST (Gibson Co. times). Song practice, second Fri- day of each month at 7 p.m. In I Samuel, chapter 17, we Pray for our country, our president and for our govern- ment to come together as one. Also, remember all affected by this pandemic, and those who are in hospitals and nursing homes. Keep your loved ones, the saved and unsaved, your neighbors and your friends in prayer. Lift your church and pastor up in daily prayer. George Bruce, Jr., Pastor see Goliath wearing down Is- rael. It says for forty days he taunted them. Bringing fear into their lives, telling them they would be their servants. But David, a lad at the time, rose up against him. In the name of the God of Israel and basically told him to shut up. Of course, the story goes on to say he slew the giant. America is being taunted by a giant, a virus, it is telling us we are its servant. Let's make November the month of redemption. Rise up in the name of our God and tell him, he is defeated. We will not sur- render. Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812-749 -1122 (leave a mes- sage). MAIN STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10th and Main Streets, Petersburg 812-354-6844 Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m. Come visit us, our doors are always open to you. When troubles hit "close to home" — either directly or indirectly — what a re- lief that God is home with us. "See, the home of God is among mortals. … [and] he will wipe every tear from their eyes" (Revelation 21:3- 4, NRSV ). When pain hits us right where we live, we ar- en't alone. Through Jesus, God makes himself at home with us, even in our strug- gles. And in time, he renews our joy. Office hours: 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Amy Melhiser, Secretary OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH 2277 N. Mechanics Street Otwell Pastor 812-354-3028 Praise and worship service at 9 a.m.; Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. morning worship at 10 :30 a.m. and evening wor- ship at 6:30 p.m. "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor for- sake you" (II Joshua 1:6). As humans we are bound to face good and bad times. It is at these times when these hid- den qualities get the opportu- nity to surface. They surface only when we believe in them, in ourselves. When we be- lieve that we are strong, cour- age comes from within to face any trouble and overcome it. When we're strong in the Lord and in the power of His might, then no power can stand against us because no power can stand against Him. As we face spiritual battles, God empowers us, assures us of victory, and promises He'll be there fighting right along with us. If anyone has a need, you can call the pastor at 812-354- 3028. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter CHURCH church Mon- till - Wednes- coun- 812-582- 9:30 Revela- church morn- evening Wednesday ser- to