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B-4 Wednesday, March 17, 2021 The Press-Dispatch Methodist Lutheran Church of Christ Catholic Independent Independent Christian Christian Church of God Baptist Sometimes God removes our trial, and it isn't neces- sarily wrong to ask Him to do that. But often the trials re- main, and when they do, we should accept them and ask God to teach us from them. Peter Marshall once put it, "God will not permit troubles to come upon us, unless He has a specific plan by which great blessing can come out of the difficulty." It is through suffering, the tests and trials of life, that we can draw near to God. When God tests you, it is a good time for you test Him just as much as your trials have rendered necessary. 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. May God bless each and ev- eryone. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter FBC Petersburg 8th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 American Baptist Church Our Vision is to Engage with God and equip Christians to Reach Out, Show Love, and Serve our Community. Join us on Sunday morn- ings at 10 :30 a.m. in-person or online ( YouTube or Face- book) for a time of fellowship and Christ-centered instruc- tion from God's Word. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. for all ages. Adult Bible study and youth group meet Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. We hope to see you here. Michael Miller, Pastor 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 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 posted. Wednesday, March 17, Mass at 6 p.m. and Parish Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Social Hall. Masses: (Latin for Mission- to spread the Gospel: Sched- ule (All times EDT) —Check Church bulletin for schedule of services. Thursday mass: 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday Mass: 11 a.m.; No Saturday Mass till further announcement. The Holy Rosary, a story of the life of Christ is prayed before the mass. CCD and Adult Bi- ble study is on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. at the Rectory base- ment. Confession (Sacrament of Reconciliation) 30 minutes before each Mass. For those who still don't 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. The church is open daily for visits and private prayers. Ev- eryone is welcome. Readings for fifth Sunday of Lent, March 21: First read- ing: Jeremiah 31:31-34; sec- ond reading: Hebrews 5:7-9; Gospel: John 12:20 -33. Way of the Cross, Friday, March 19, 7 p.m. All services EDT. Cable T V/ Internet pro- gram EWTN (Eternal World Television Network) available 24/7. Masses available 8 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and midnight. Lo- cal and World News 9 p.m. Ro- sary recited at 9:30 p.m. daily. Catholic Radio Program avail- able at 93.1 FM. Questions regarding the Catholic Faith and RCIA: Contact Fr. Frank Renner. Welcome to newcomers, wel- come to those who are inter- ested in joining our faith and those who plan to come back. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade, Deacon BLESSED SACR AMENT CATHOLIC CHURCH 11092 E. Lincoln Heights Rd. Oakland City 812-749-4474 Email: frenner@evdio.org Masses: (Latin for Mission- to spread the Gospel: Sched- ule (All times CDT). Check church bulletin for sched- ule of services. Wednesdays: Confession 5:45 p.m.; Adora- tion and Benediction 6 p.m. and Mass at 6:30 p.m.; Sun- day Mass: 8 a.m. The Holy Ro- sary is prayed at 7:30 a.m., be- fore Mass. CCD Class, RCIA and adult Religious Ed class at 9 a.m. For those who do still do not feel safe returning to Church, the Sunday mass ob- ligation will continue to be up- loaded and recorded on Face- book. Continued adherence to the guidelines from Gov. Hol- comb and Bishop Siegel will be in place regarding Church services. The dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is extended until fur- ther notice. Readings for fifth Sunday of Lent, March 21, First read- ing: Jeremiah 31:31-34; sec- ond reading: Hebrews 5:7-9; Gospel: John 12:20 -33. Way of the Cross, Friday, March 19 at 6 p.m. Cable T V/Internet pro- gram EWTN (Eternal World Television Network) available 24/7. Masses available 8 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and midnight; Lo- cal and World News 9 p.m.; Rosary recited at 9:30 p.m. daily. All EDT. Catholic radio program available at 93.1 FM. Questions regarding the Catholic Faith and RCIA: Contact Fr. Frank Renner. Welcome to newcomers, wel- come to those who are inter- ested in joining our faith and those who plan to come back. We appreciate the faithful parishioners for your contri- bution of Time, Talent and Treasure to sustain the Life of our Church. Pray for an end to abortion. Pray for peace and an end to the Pandemic and violence. God bless America. God bless everyone. Have a blessed and faith filled 2021. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mark Wade, Deacon FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 One of my favorite lines from a book, comes from the Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis. Lucy asks their new friend Mr. Beaver, "Is he safe? " inquiring about this king they had heard of named Aslan. Mr. Beaver, pithy an- swer, "Oh no he's not safe, but he's good." Sometimes I won- der if we are just hoping that life in Christ will be safe. We can come to him, get salva- tion, feel good, and eventual- ly go to heaven when the time comes. However, that's rare- ly the case. Imagine the rich young rule or the other young man who came begging to fol- low Jesus, but once confront- ed by the reality that the fol- lowers of Jesus lacked a bed and shelter, or even that one would have to sell everything he had. The truth is, following Jesus wasn't safe then, and it isn't safe now. Still to this day when he calls a man, he bids him, come and die. Following Jesus means actively dying to ourselves and living for him. We have to decide that there is no safe shallow end follow- ing him. To enjoy a rich life in Christ, we have to cut the rope. DJ Bryant, Pastor VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 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. Presently we are studying the topic: "Practical Christi- anity." We will meet in accor- dance to social distancing and face masks. You are invited to worship the Lord Jesus Christ with us. Love "Let your love be an anvil against which the hammers of hate are shattered." The Apostle John wrote: "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers. If anyone has mate- 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 rial possessions and sees his brother in need, but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him? Dear chil- dren, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth" (I John 3:16 -18). 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. Saturday, March 13, work day starting at 9 a.m. Collecting plastic can- dy-filled eggs for the chil- dren's Easter egg hunt. They can be brought to the church kitchen. "So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rath- er, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus TR AYLOR UNION CHURCH 4107 N. CR 1000 E. Otwell (Two miles north of Otwell) Sunday morning service at 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, Tues- day at 5 p.m. at the church. If unable to attend, you may con- nect by calling 862-799 -9154. "For, all people are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of the Lord endures forever" (I Peter 1:24- 25, NIV ). Dennis and Lisa Patton, Pastors before the beginning of time" (II Timothy 1:8 -9). Don Fausnaugh, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter 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 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 doing it; Bi- ble 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 applica- ble 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 hon- ored to have you come and join us and see what God is doing 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 Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. at church. On Sunday, March 14, JCFF ordained 10 people for teach- ing children, jail ministry and one baptism. "Do you not know that the unrighteous will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Don't be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sod- omites, nor thieves, nor covet- ous, nor drunkards, nor revil- ers, nor extortioners, will in- herit the kingdom of heaven" (I Corinthians 6:9,10). "If a man lies with a male as he lies with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination. They shall sure- ly be put to death. Their blood shall be upon them" (Levit- icus 20 :13). I didn't say this, it's what the Bible says. Take heed to the word of God. "Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of a woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shame- ful, and receiving in them- selves the penalty of their er- ror which was due" (Romans 1:27). People water down the word of God. They want to some- how leave some parts out, if it doesn't suit their needs. They don't want to be preached to about hell and damnation. But they will listen if it tickles their ear. Beware of false teachings. God doesn't want anyone to go to the Lake of Fire, that's why he sent his Son Jesus to re- deem us of our sin. All He asks is for us to have fellowship with Him and be- lieve in his Son Jesus, and love each other, as we love ourselves. My prayer is that you will do this and we can all be to- gether in our Father's king- dom someday. Peace to you. Denny Wiscaver, Pastor David Sattler, Reporter LIVING FAITH CHURCH INTERNATIONAL 601 S. 9th Street, Petersburg Phone: 812-809-4544 Wednesday evening ser- vice at 6:30 p.m. and Trail Life from 6:30 -8 p.m.; youth group Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m.; young adults' life group (ages 19 -29) will meet on Sun- day evening, March 21, from 6 -7:30 p.m. Kingsmen men's group will meet Thursday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for our online Sun- days at 10 a.m. and Wednes- days at 6:30 p.m. on Facebook live Living Faith Church Inter- national page. "So they (the Sadducees) arrested Peter, John and the man who was healed and kept them in jail overnight. But during these few afternoon hours between the man's mi- raculous healing and their ar- rest, Peter and John already had convinced about 5,000 more people to believe their message about Jesus" (Acts 4:3-4, VOICE). A couple of hours, on one afternoon, Peter and John preached Jesus and saw about 5000 saved. How many hours have I spent mindlessly watch- ing T V or being distracted by other things? If I set my heart on things above, I could allow God to work through me to bring countless people to Je- sus. The Spirit of God says, "Wake up." Wake up to the op- portunities. Wake up to those who are dead in this world. Those who are dead to the living God, because they don't have His Spirit living within them. God's desire is that we be a living sacrifice; holy and devoted to God (Roman 12:1). His plans, His purposes, His pursuits ever present in our minds. Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth, good will toward people. That's the Father's heart. Check the website for loca- tion and time for upcoming events, www.livingfc.org. Mailing address: P.O. Box 566, Petersburg, IN 47567. More information at www.liv- ingfc.org or call 812-809 -4544. Don and Christina Priest, Senior Pastors Ian and Samantha Rose, Youth Pastors Melissa Bowens, 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 ser- vice 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 419 - 340 -5500. March 19, Youth night at 6:30 p.m. May 4-9, Spring Revival. Evangelist: Rev. and Mrs. Bil- ly McCoy. "And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel" ( Judg- es 3:31). Shamgar's story is short. He is mentioned in only two verses: Judges 3:31 and 5:6. But we can learn much from his shining example. Shamgar did not have to wait until he had a sword or a spear or a bat- tle-bow to fight. He took as a weapon the thing that was in his hand and turned it against the enemy. Similarly, God wants whatever resources that are at your disposal. He asks, "What is that in your hand? " (Exodus 4:2) and Moses' rod, Dorcas' needle, Shamgar's ox goad, David's sling and stone, Joshua's ram's horn, the lad's five loaves and two fishes ,and the widow's little can of oil are all that He requires for His mightiest victories and His grandest ministries. Give Him what you have, be faith- ful where you are, do what you can and He will do the rest— A.B. Simpson. Chad Searls, Pastor Allen Parks, Reporter 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. Sunday, March 14, at 6:30 p.m. the Cressman, missionar- ies from Honduras will be with us. We are all faced with a series of great opportunities brilliant- ly disguised as impossible sit- uations. 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 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 santitizer and practicing social distancing. Until this is lifted we will not be having hand shaking or social prac- tices 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. Verses to Ponder "Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy." (Psalms 126:5, NIV ). God bless you and keep you. We welcome you to all ser- vices. Come and worship Je- sus with us. See our Facebook page Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: grcenter.net – E-mail ad- dress: glezenrevivalcenter@ yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter ST. JOHN'S LUTHER AN CHURCH 6483 W. 580 N. Otwell 812-482-7623 stjohnsboonetwp@ gmail.com Sunday, March 21, 9 a.m. Bible study and worship team meeting; 10 a.m. worship with Augie Bauer, worship leader. Wednesday, March 24, 6:30 p.m. Confirmation. Sunday, March 28, 9 a.m. Bible study and Praise Team practice; 10 a.m. worship with Brenda DeMotte, wor- ship leader. Paula Mann, Administrative Assistant ST. PETER LUTHER AN CHURCH 10529 S. Church Street Stendal Sunday school 9 a.m.; 10 :15 a.m. worship service; Wednes- day, Lenten worship service at 7:30 p.m. Bible verse for the week: "...but in your hearts sancti- fy Christ as Lord. Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you" (I Peter 3:15). 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