The Press-Dispatch
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A-8 Wednesday, Feburar y 10, 2021 The Press-Dispatch 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 Ramblings of my mind By Lowell Thomas See R AMBLINGS on 10 What is happening in our schools? Religious Viewpoint By Dr. Clyde Dupin See MINUTES on 10 The power of the gospel of grace Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Cornelius R. Stam "…the gospel… is come unto you, as it is in all the world, and bringeth forth fruit, as it doth also in you, since the day ye heard of it, and knew the grace of God in truth" (Col. 1:5,6). How wonderful to see the gospel of the grace of God do its work! Paul had never even seen the Colossians. He had only sent missionaries to them from Ephesus with the good news of the grace of God, but this had produced amaz- ing results. Wherever the gospel of the grace of God is preached in its purity it produces results. No one hearing that message can go away the same. Either he will consider it utter fool- ishness and be hardened by it, or he will see When good people are silent and do noth- ing, bad things always happen. We have read and seen on T V about one High School in Col- orado. The students were forced to listen to a lecture encouraging them to use drugs, have sex and try homosexuality. This is a trage- dy beyond description. The Superintendent of Schools, Principal and many teachers ap- proved this attack on good behavior and en- couraged the most despicable of sins. In our efforts to be politically correct and do whatever feels good at the time, we are de- stroying a generation of young people. Our educators were once people of integrity who cared deeply about the well being of our chil- dren. Today many at high levels of academia are agnostics, politically correct and liberal in politics, religion, and family values. When evil prevails in our schools, bad things happen. Last year, in one large city school sys- tem, 28 students were killed by other students. Last year 80,000 peo- ple were killed in Amer- ica because we have lost our faith in God and love for our fellow man. I encourage parents to speak up and fight the System when it seeks to destroy and mislead your children. Pastors can be a strong force when they speak the truth and support Godly living. Many great voices for moral truth have been silenced through death or age. I think of men like Jerry Falwell, Pope John Paul, Billy Graham, Bill Bright and Adrian Rogers. Some- one needs to fill this vacancy and help save a Nation that is in danger. With moral decay within and terrorism without we face great danger as a Nation. I have no cute greetings this week but I do have a how you doing? The last time we vacationed at Myrtle Beach we shared a condo with our friends and we had excellent access to the beach. One afternoon a fellow condo renter was sitting on his deck and hollered out, "How you doing? " "I said just fine Pennsylvania." He asked, "How did you know? I told him how most people from Pennsylva- nia say how you doing almost like it was a mot- to or something. Our week started out without grandkids so we went to Evansville to have the oil changed in our CR V. With as much Covid occurring in Evansville, we were careful and aware of what we were doing and how we were doing it. Of course they told us about all the filters I had intended to get done were still showing their codes. I guess I'll have to do better. I have two things coming up which I have been working on and they both require a com- puter. I have to make flyers and plan how to make it enjoyable and meaningful. On March 13, I have been asked to bring a memorial ser- vice for the Lions from our district who have passed away. My friend and I have been work- ing toward making this a good memorial as a tribute to the fallen. We have candles to light with reading of each name, poems to be read, scripture to be read, and perhaps the song "Who's going to fill their shoes" sang by me as another tribute. CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Baptist Baptist Baptist Assembly of God RIVER OF LIFE 342 E. CR 300 N., Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m. and Consumed youth group 7 p.m.; Wednesday eve- ning Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministry meeting every other Thursday 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to and from church services, call 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. 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor 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; morning wor- ship 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 the Savior and Lord. See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Ayrshi- reValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m.; First and third Wednesday of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, month- ly business meeting after the morning worship; "I Love my Church Sunday;" Valentine's Day. Wednesday, Feb. 17, Bible study, studying Psalm 115 -118. Sunday, Feb. 28, is the fourth Sunday, morning offering to the building fund. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Who had four daughters who prophesied? Answer: Philip the evangelist. Reference: Acts 21:8 -9. Q: What minor prophet said the Israelites "enter at the windows like a thief"? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 American Baptist Church Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service at 10 :30 a.m. and Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. No matter what the zone says, we will have ser- vices in-house and online. Youth group is at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, verify with youth leader. Michael Miller, Pastor GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school will resume at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 7; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. This week's dis- cussion will be on John the Baptist. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. In this Valentine season, let us focus on words given to us from the Bible of how we should love. "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not eas- ily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not de- light in evil, but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres" (I Corin- thians 13:4-7). Dwight Howe, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St., Winslow Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 5 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 5 p.m. Henry Nelson, Pastor Bill Chesser, 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. Early service at 9:30 a.m. to coincide with children's Sun- day school; Sunday morning Bible study 9:30 a.m.; morn- ing worship at 10 :40 a.m. No Sunday evening, Wednesday or Thursday ser- vice. Celebrate and worship in the sanctuary while your chil- dren and youth receive Bible training. You and your family can enjoy great music, uplift- ing teaching and heartwarm- ing preparation for the great friendships and connections. "I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me. Riches and hon- our are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness" (Proverbs 8:17-18). 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 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 the morning worship; youth Cross Fit Sun- day at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening service at 6:30 p.m. Due to COVID-19, we are still practicing social distancing. Pastor Tuffy can be seen live on Facebook at 10 :15 a.m. on Sunday morning. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your understanding" (Prov- erbs 3:5). There will always be secrets and motives of God that lie be- yond our grasp. God knows ev- erything we do not. Only in Heaven will we understand God's ways more fully. As Paul said, "Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I al- so am known" (I Corinthians 13:12). But based upon what we do know about God's character demonstrated supremely in the Cross, we can trust that God is doing what is best for us. God says in His Word, "I know the plans I have for you.. plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" ( Jeremiah 29:11). If at any time you have no church to attend, feel free to join us for services. Your pres- ence will be deeply appreciat- ed and you will leave being blessed. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter WINSLOW G.B. CHURCH 600 E. Union Street Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday, adult Bible study at 6:30 p.m. First Wednesday of each month, Advisory Board meet- ing before Bible study and business meeting to follow. 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: Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life" ( John 8:12). 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 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.; Sun- day evening service, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (four years old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thurs- day, prayer service 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor 506 N. 9th St., Petersburg • 812-582-0075 WITH WORLD EVANGELIST Michael & Linda Livengood He is a mighty man of God! FEBRUARY 16, 17 & 18 beginning at 7 p.m. nightly Ignin Revial Fire For more information, call Pastor Greg Davis 812-582-1240 Jodi Davis 812-582-1841