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B-4 Wednesday, Januar y 6, 2021 The Press-Dispatch RAMBLINGS MINUTES Methodist Methodist Lutheran Pentecostal Nazarene Presbyterian Church of Christ Catholic Independent Independent Church of God Continued on the next page Christian BLESSED SACR AMENT CATHOLIC CHURCH 11092 E. Lincoln Heights Rd. 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. For those who do still do not feel safe returning to Church, the Sunday mass obligation will continue to be uploaded and recorded on Facebook. Continued adherence to the guidelines from Gov. Holcomb 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 further notice. Mass Schedules: Wednes- day, January 6, Adoration and Benediction 6 p.m. CST and Mass 6:30 p.m. CST. Mass readings for Sunday 8 a.m. CST January 10, The Baptism of our Lord. First reading: Isaiah 55:1-11; Sec- ond reading: I John 5:1-9; Gos- pel: Mark 1:7-11; 9 a.m. CST, CCD classes, RCIA and Adult Religious Ed Class. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade,Deacon FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 The other night I was watch- ing a Christmas movie with my wife, and in the movie there was mom, separated from her child, and in a moment of sheer desperation, with gritted teeth told someone; this is Christ- mas. The Season of perpetual hope. Maybe, you're like that. You believe this is a season of perpetual joy and hope, it is Christmas after all, but you say it more in desperation, gritted teeth, barely holding on. You may even be saying it at this point, because you need to con- vince yourself more than any- one else. We have been talking about faith, hope, love, joy, peace, as Christians for al- most two centuries, and now, for most of us, we are being forced to answer the question, did we really believe it? This is the time where the rubber meets the road for the church, and we come to find that we really believe in the hope, the hope of salvation, and the hope of true life of- fered through us in the per- son of Jesus. I believe that if we focus our eyes in this sea- son, on the greatest joy, found in the birth of Jesus, we will learn to tether our hearts to the great hope we have in his life, death, and resurrection. Hope does not put us to shame. DJ Bryant, Pastor VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 Church services have been cancelled this Sunday. Virtue "Virtue consists in doing our duty in the various rela- tions we sustain in ourselves, to our fellowmen, and to God, as it is made known by reason, revelation and providence." The Apostle Peter writes, "For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness, (virtue K JV ), and to goodness, knowledge; and knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, persever- ance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they keep you from being ineffec- tive and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ" (II Peter 1:5 -8). Surely good advice for the year of our Lord 2021. Because He lives. John Manges, Minister 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 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. Come and go Communion on December 24 starting at 7 p.m. "Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpress- ible and glorious joy" (I Peter 1:8 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 begin lat- er in the month, starting with I Thessalonians. "Love bears all things, be- lieves all things, endures all things" (I Corinthians 13:7, ESV ). God is so good to us. Dennis and Lisa Patton, Pastors CHRISTIAN HOLINESS CHURCH 1252 St. Rd. 57 S. Petersburg Located six miles between Petersburg and Oakland City junction. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Thurs- day prayer meeting 7 p.m. We extend a warm welcome to everyone. Rick Walburn, Pastor GLEZEN REVIVAL CENTER 245 S. Glezen Center St. 812-354-6738 or 812-582-9667 Sunday morning worship and children's church 10 :15 a.m. We will be providing hand sanitizer and practicing social distancing. Until this is lifted, we will not be shaking hands or socializing like we have in the past Sundays. Bible Study will be every Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Pray for our military and their protection. Also, remem- ber to pray for the USA, peace, health and for one another. Verse to Ponder "It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man" (Psalm 118:8, NK JV ). See our Facebook page Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: grcenter.net – E-mail ad- dress: glezenrevivalcenter@ yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter 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. 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. For all the fear and chaos, and evil that is going on in the world today, it seems to be closer to the end times, ac- cording to the Bible. This is why it is so important for those who don't know or have not ac- cepted the freely given gift of Gods salvation. Accept the grace of Jesus today, just by saying and believing in your heart that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and He died on the cross according to scripture, was buried and God rose Him up on the third day. We can take comfort in the words of Paul in Romans 8:28: "And now we know that all things work together for good, for those who love God, to those who are called ac- cording to his purpose." Denny Wiscaver, Pastor David Sattler, Reporter OTWELL CONTENDERS OF FAITH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday prayer and Bible study meeting 6:30 p.m. William Breidenbaugh, Pastor PATOK A GROVE CHURCH 1135 W. C.R. 475 S. Winslow Pastor 812-239-6843 Sunday morning church service at 10 a.m. and Sunday school 11 a.m. Jason Hill, Pastor PETERSBURG HOLINESS CHURCH Pastor 419-340-5500 (C) Parsonage 812-354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and special junior church services 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednesday night prayer meeting 7 p.m. Trans- portation available, call 617- 941-8131. Jan 15. Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Jan 29. Youth Night 6:30 p.m. Feb 25 -28. Youth Conven- tion. Evangelist: Rev. Joey Pyle Speak the truth in love Paul told Timothy, "Preach the word; be instant in sea- son, out of season; reprove, re- buke, exhort with all longsuf- fering and doctrine" (II Tim- othy 4:2). Martin Luther King, Jr. said, "He who passively ac- cepts evil is as much involved in it as he who helps to per- petuate it. He who accepts evil PIKE COUNTY CENTER FOR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES Phone —812-582-8222 Office hours: Open Mon- day and Friday, 9 a.m. till noon; Thursday open from 6 - 8 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednes- day closed. Free peer coun- seling available, call 812-582- 1486 or 812-582-8222. New Bible study at 9:30 a.m. on the Book of Revela- tion. Bring your Bible. TWIN OAKS CHURCH 1911 E. Co. Rd. 650 N. Petersburg 812-354-6389 Sunday school, Junior church and youth class 9:30 a.m.; morn- ing worship 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening prayer and praise ser- vice 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to each service. God Bless America. Clark Gray, Pastor Doris Catt, Reporter 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 without protesting against it is really cooperating with it." As Christians we have a great responsibility to up- hold the truth of God's word. "Righteousness exalteth a na- tion: but sin is a reproach to any people" (Proverbs 14:34). Chad Searls, Pastor Allen Parks, Reporter 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 ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, January 10, 9:15 a.m. Praise team practice; 10 a.m. worship and Holy Com- munion with Pastor Tim Krae- mer, worship leader; Annual Congregational meeting fol- lowing worship. Monday, January 11, 6:30 p.m. Church Council meet- ing; Wednesday, January 13, 6:30 p.m. Confirmation. Sunday, January 17, 10 a.m. ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 :15 a.m. worship service. Church Council following worship. Bible verse for the week: "Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor worship with August Bauer, worship leader. Paula Mann, Administrative Assistant 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; Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his peo- ple 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 mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ" (Ephesians 4:11-13, NIV ). Jeff Pinney, Pastor PETERSBURG FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 801 East Walnut Petersburg 812-354-6658 47567fumc@gmail.com Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world We will continue to have in person worship service on 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.; Fri- day Bible study at 1 p.m. "Though one may be over- powered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken" (Ecclesiastes 4:12). As human beings, we were created for community too (see Genesis 2:18). And in Ecclesiastes 4:10, Solomon describes how vulnerable we are when we're alone. "Pity anyone who fails and has no one to help them up." There's strength in numbers, he add- ed, for "though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken" (vs. 12). That is just as true for us spiritually as it is physical- 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 ly. God never intended for us to "fly" alone, vulnerably iso- lated. We need relationships with each other for encourage- ment, refreshment and growth (see also I Corinthians 12:21). "Together, we can stand firm when life's headwinds gust our way. Together"—Ad- am Holz. Josh Sanders, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter 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 Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us as we use social distancing guidelines. We are also broadcasting our Sunday worship service live on Facebook at Peters- burg First United Methodist Church. "However it is written: What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard and what no hu- man mind has conceived, the things God has prepared for those who love him these are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God" (1 Corin- thians 2: 9 -10). God Bless. Michael (Mike) Punke, Pastor 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 Naza- rene. 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 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.; Children's Sunday school at 11 a.m.; Tuesday night at 6 p.m. prayer. Next prayer night will be January 12. We have entered 2021. A new week and a new year. What are you going to do with this time that God has allotted you? Will you grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord? Will you be an instru- ment used for the wining of lost souls or just float through the year doing your own thing? God is waiting patiently for His Church to arise and be about His business more than our own. Pray for your president, con- gress, unsaved loved ones, those that are sick and hospitalized, nursing home residents, friends and neighbors. Also, pray for the 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; Sunday evening services at 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening ser- vice cancelled this week. All ser- vices are CST (Gibson Co. times). We ask that everyone attend- ing practice social-distancing, as we endeavour to keep our church open. Our prayers are with our pastor's household, as we pray for complete recovery. We hope to have song practice this Friday night at 6:30 p.m. CST (Gibson Co. time). Ron Vickers, Pastor Elaine Young, Reporter, 812- 749 -1122 (leave a message). peace of Jerusalem. May your week be peaceful and fulfilling, and be thankful for that which you do have. George Bruce, Jr., Pastor 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. Staying fed "How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! " (Psalm 119:103, NRSV ). Recently I was confronted with this question: If you fed yourself with food the way you feed yourself with God's Word, would you still be alive? It gave me pause. Do I eat enough spiritual- ly? — feast regularly enough on Scripture to keep up my energy and the health of my soul? Do I eat nutritiously? — take in a balanced meal of law