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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, March 10, 2021 B-5 MINUTES Continued from page 3 RAMBLINGS Continued from page 3 Pentecostal Nazarene Presbyterian Wesleyan Church Note Deadline 10 a.m. Tuesday sand years, and a thousand years years as one day." Mark well, this is not our feeble explanation now as to the delay in Christ's return. This statement was made at the beginning of this time of waiting, at the dawn of the age of grace. But let us go on with Peter's declaration: "The Lord is not slack con- cerning His promise… but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to re- pentance" ( Ver. 9). So the delay in Christ's re- turn to judge and reign should not be counted "slackness" or laxness, but longsuffering. Thus the Apostle goes on to say: "And account that the long- suffering of our Lord is salva- tion…" Where did Peter get this in- formation? How did he know about "the dispensation of the grace of God"? Verse 15 explains: "Even as our beloved broth- er Paul also, according to the wisdom given unto him, hath written unto you." To Paul particularly was committed "the gospel of the grace of God" which we pro- claim today (Acts 20 :24). Peter recognized this (Gal. 2:2,7,9), and closed his second epistle with the exhortation: "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" (II Pet. 3:18). net edition PressDispatch.net/Subscribe It's the paper. Just digital. Methodist miseries that some people suf- fer, if we did the right thing or not. I still feel the shot is good tool to overcoming a malady which has held us hostage for a year now. The price of everything seems to be rising and some things are even hard to find. Here we go again so let's play the blame game and it usual- ly always comes to rest on fu- el and its higher costs. I was going to say perhaps it could be a wee bit of greed but when you try to limit the use of gas- oline and fuel oil when our na- tion isn't ready for the change, there will be major problems ahead. I said in an earlier arti- cle our elected officials have high expectations and hopes, but few preparations for initial success. I almost forgot to in- clude my example, we need- ed a new seat for our throne so we checked out the avail- able seats and quickly found out how prices have escalated. A few years ago we could buy a solid oak seat for less mon- ey than the enameled seat we opted to because of the prices. This is a funny example but it shows something has affect- ed the cost of everything. We went to church Sunday and Channel 25 was there to interview how our church was doing since Bro Jeff has passed away. It is not the same without Jeff being with us but his mentoring and teaching us has left a little bit of him- self in each of us so we keep on doing as he would have ex- pected. The thing I remem- ber most is how he gave peo- ple a chance and didn't have predetermined expectations about anyone because he was a friend to everyone. He was always ready to listen and help. These are the attributes I try to place on my ministry and often time Bro. Jeff and I would hold one another up so yes I miss my friend. Bro. Rich is doing a good job filling the pulpit and his lessons are becoming some- thing to look forward to from week to week. As always I ask you to be a blessing and tell someone how much Jesus means to your life so maybe they will want to find peace for their lives. PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the DERRECK If people had hearts like dogs, the world would be a better place. This week, PAWS is fea- turing a fun-loving fel- low named Derreck, who has had a long stint at the shelter, as he tested posi- tive for heartworms when he arrived at PAWS some- time ago. He is just about through his treatment pro- cess and is currently look- ing for a forever family. Derreck is a terrier mix and appears to have some characteristics of the Bor- der Terrier, Irish Terrier and Wheaten Terrier. He is cheerful, energetic and alert. His coat is light red, with wiry, dense fur. He has dark eyes with a sen- sitive expression and a lit- tle white beard at the tip of his chin. He is sure to make a loyal family mem- ber, if given the chance. To inquire about Derreck, call 812-354-9894. CHURCH between City a.m.; a.m.; Thurs- p.m. welcome CENTER —812-582-8222 Mon- till from 6 - Wednes- coun- 812-582- 9:30 Revela- AN Street 10 :15 and ser- wor- week: shall with your mind. first second your (Mat- Pastor PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 West Pike Ave. Church 812-354-8851 Service times: Sunday at 10 :30 a.m. Praise and Worship service; 5 p.m. Bible study; Teen activities; Wednesday at 6 p.m. Bible study. Sunday morning service is available via transmitter. Pull in to the church parking lot and tune your radio to 104.3 FM and hear the service from the comfort of your car. Practicing our faith can be uncomfortable but it forces us to set aside our fears and put our trust in Jesus. Join us Sunday as Pastor Steve brings the message "Jesus Strength- ens Our Faith" from Matthew 14:22-33. Sunday morning services are available on our Facebook page—Petersburg Church of the Nazarene or look for us on YouTube. Visit our website www.petersburgnaz.com for additional information. 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 If the church can be of assis- tance to you, contact us at pas- tor@petersburgnaz.com. We hope you will join us Sunday as we celebrate our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Steve Hamilton, 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 CHURCH 10041E. Otwell United Jeff Methodist in- Sun- wor- Christ; the the and people that be uni- knowl- be- the fullness 4:11-13, FIRST METHODIST 47567fumc@gmail.com have service on Every- us as dis- broadcasting service Peters- Methodist dwell in And rooted may with how and and surpass- may be the (Ephesians Pas- PETERSBURG FREE METHODIST CHURCH 202 Walnut Street As the number of COVID cas- es decreases, people are start- ing to return to many of the ac- tivities they have been missing. We are returning to many of our regular activities. We cur- rently meet in person for wor- ship service at 10 :30 a.m. on Sunday. The messages are al- so live on Facebook, or you can watch the message later. With the weather getting warmer, we will start transmitting via an FM station, if you prefer to stay in your car and listen in the church parking lot. We will let people know when we start broadcasting and what channel to tune into. Sunday School for all ages re- opens at 9:30 a.m. Location of the classes has changed. We will help you get to the proper classroom. We have also started a new Sunday School class called "The Journey." Jodi Correll is teach- ing. This is not an age-based class. It is a discipleship class designed to help people know Scripture better, and become more like Jesus. It is a great class for young adults, new be- lievers and people who just want to be refreshed and grow, even if they have been following Je- sus for years. Youth Group meets at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. It is our goal for our youth group to be ser- vice oriented. The teens will do a work project at someone's house or other ministry, and have a brief devotional. It is important that we have your contact information and a way to contact each teen, because we may meet at the church, or at the place we will be serving. Families are welcome take part in the service project, but the parents are responsible for their children. The nursery will remain closed for now. We don't believe it is a good idea to allow children of different families to play together at this time. 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 If your child needs to be tak- en out of the service, the nurs- ery can always be used as a place to change your child, or as a cry room. It is important that everyone wears their masks until they reach their seat. We also ask that people stay with the group they came with and not shake hands. We use every other pew, and ask that you stay socially dis- tanced from those in your pew who you did not come with. We make every effort to ster- ilize our facility between ser- vices. There is a basket as you en- ter the sanctuary for tithes and offerings. You may also give online through petersburgfmc. org. There is a link to our website on our Facebook page also, and we often put announcements and information on both pages. Peace and joy in the Lord. Mark Schlechty, 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. There will be no Easter Egg Hunt this year, due to COVID. In the last days, God said He would pour out of His Spirit. He can and only will pour in- to those that are thirsty and hungry. I thank God that it is happening in our little church. The desire for more of God is very present in lives that are not satisfied with the norm. Are you hungry for more? The only hindrance is you. Pray for your president, con- gress, unsaved loved ones, those that are sick and hos- pitalized, nursing home resi- dents, friends and neighbors. Also, pray for the peace of Je- rusalem. May your week be peaceful and fulfilling, and be thankful for that which you do have. George Bruce, Jr., Pastor 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; Sunday and Wednesday evening services at 6 p.m.; Song practice the second and fourth Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m. All services are CST (Gibson Co. times). Hebrew 11:7 reminds us that Noah built the ark by faith. There had never been a flood before. This was an unexplain- able experience that was about to happen. By faith, we Chris- tians know that Christ is com- ing again to take His children home and pronounce judg- ment upon the earth. An un- explainable experience. Christ is the light in the darkness of this society. Get out of the dark and enter in- to the ark. 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. Good St. Patrick On March 17, many church- es, especially those with a large Irish population, will celebrate the life of St. Pat- rick. He grew up in a Christian home in Britain, but wasn't very religious until a major event changed his life. As a teen, he was captured and sold into slavery in Ireland, but escaped to Gaul (France) after six years. The years of enslavement strengthened his faith. He later wrote, "In that strange land [Ireland], the Lord opened my unbelieving eyes." He was led by God's voice to return to Ireland where he converted people to Christianity tribe by tribe. Because Ireland is called the Emerald Isle, those who celebrate St. Patrick's Day will wear something green. Some Christians will even color food or drink green. Many Chris- tians will also eat corned beef and cabbage and decorate ta- bles with shamrocks. Sham- rocks are actually three-leaf (not four-leaf ) clover plants. Legend has it that St. Patrick used the three leaves to teach about the Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Office hours: 9 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday. Amy Melhiser, Secretary OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH 2277 N. Mechanics Street Otwell Pastor 812-354-3028 Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m.; 6:30 p.m. Sunday eve- ning worship service. A Hole in the Fence There was a little boy who had a bad temper. His Father gave him a bag of nails and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must ham- mer a nail into the back of the fence. The first day, the boy had driven 37 nails into the fence. Over the next few weeks, as he learned to control his an- ger, the number of nails ham- mered daily gradually dwin- dled down. He discovered it was easier to hold his temper than to drive those nails into the fence. Finally the day came when the boy didn't lose his temper at all. He told his father about it and the father suggested that the boy now pull out one nail for each day that he was able to hold his temper. The days passed and the young boy was finally able to tell his father that all the nails were gone. The father took his son by the hand and led him to the fence. He said, "You have done well, my son, but look at the holes in the fence. The fence will never be the same. When you say things in anger, they leave a scar just like this one. You can put a knife in a man and draw it out. It won't matter how many times you say I'm sorry, the wound is still there. A verbal wound is as bad as a physical one." Friends and loved ones are a very rare jewel, indeed. They make you smile and en- courage you to succeed. They lend an ear, they share a word of praise and they always want to open their hearts to us. Water your relationships with kindness... and they will grow. So be careful little lips what you say.... And you won't chase friendships away. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter