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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, March 31, 2021 C-1 CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg In October of 2017, our family visited the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky. We toured the impressive full-size ark. Of all the things we saw, what I appreciated most was the door. When God gave the instructions for the build- ing of the ark, He told Noah to put one door in the side of the ark: "the door of the ark shalt thou set in the side thereof" (Gen. 6:16). The ark is a picture of Christ. Being in the ark, Noah and his family were safe from the judgment of the worldwide flood. Likewise, being in Christ, we are safe from the ultimate judgment of the lake of fire. He is the "Ark" that delivers us from the judgment of God for eternity. Our world is in turmoil and disasters of every kind are becoming more common. As we search for the cause and the cure for the chaos in socie- ty, we should turn to God. The pandemic, social- ism, deception, and liberalism in our universities all should be a wakeup call. God still speaks to individuals and nations through His Word. The Bible says, "Righteousness exalted a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people." Our pop culture, with its emphasis on materialism and selfishness, has left God out in many ways. In many church- es there is an emphasis on self esteem and "feel good" religion. The elite media hammers away day after day on family values and Christianity. The elite ed- ucators, Union bosses, atheists and men like Mi- chael Moore and George Soros have declared war on Christianity. Our nation drifts farther from God as textbooks are rewritten and political correctness is promoted. The enemies of Chris- tianity speak out loud and clear, while Christians are slow to express their concerns. We have seen the mocking of God in our cancel culture and pri- vate lives. We have seen millions aborted and now face the shame of same- sex marriages. We must return to a God who guid- ed our nation's founding fathers and through eco- nomic crisis. Our moral decline is often spoken about in the Bible. God still speaks through His Word and offers for- giveness and restoration to all who repent. God speaks, "If my people, which are called by my Name, shall humble themselves and pray, and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways than will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land." (II Chronicles 7:14) 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 MK Farms Mike and Kay Anson Monroe City, Winslow — 812-890-5012 Play & Learn Preschool Campbelltown — 812-354-3999 Ramblings of my mind By Lowell Thomas See R AMBLINGS on 3 See VIEWPPOINT on 3 God is calling America Religious Viewpoint By Dr. Clyde Dupin See MINUTES on 3 The door Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Kevin Sadler Hello readers, Hope you have been well and happy this past week. A couple of our friends and my wife and I enjoyed the peace and quiet life around Kentucky Dam. There is a lot more to see than I realized, but it was still slow paced and sort of relaxing. We all needed the break and I think it did some good for us. We stayed in a three bedroom, two bathroom cottage at Kenlake State Park. We had four delicious breakfasts at the lodge and they were part of the cottage rental. We got there around one or two o'clock and was able to check in early to our cottage. We drove around checking things out and we ate the "Pond Restaurant" and their fish was good along with all you can eat beans and hush puppies. A f- ter we ate we checked out the "Hitching Post" antique shop. We had to go back later and buy something our son wanted after my wife sent him some pictures they had at the store. We must be getting older because we were watching televi- sion by seven o'clock and thinking about going to sleep. The next day we went to the "Elk and Bison prairie" where we had to take a couple of laps through to see any animals. We seen two differ- ent groups of elk and a couple of them got real- ly close to our vehicle. They were used to peo- ple watching them so they didn't pay much at- tention to us. They are lots bigger than our deer here in southern Indiana. A fter we left the prai- rie we ventured to "Green Turtle Bay" and ate one of the family rooms at the bay. You soon learn there are numerous coves and quite a few mari- nas places to leave a boat. The wives wanted to go to Murray to shop and eat out. Murray is spread out and looks like a huge city but only has a little more than 19,000 Continued in next column Continued in next column 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 Featuring seven Bible truths for why we celebrate Christ's resurrection - Easter! Egg toss to win prizes. Hot dogs, chips and drinks provided while learning Bible truths! Register to win grand prize, $50 gi card to Walmart. Drawing on April 4 at the end of Easter service. Easter Service, April 4, 11am EDT/10am CDT. For more information, contact: Kevin Easton 812-664-5454 or Angela Christie 812-664-5970 Union Community Church 3082 North CR 850 W., Hazleton, IN 47640 Saturday, April 3 2pm EDT/1pm CDT Annual Easter Egg Hunt crossroads BAPTIST CHURCH Saturday, April 3 1:00 PM CDT 2789 S St Rd 57 Oakland City Thousands of filled eggs will be "hidden" on the lawn at Crossroads. Groups are planned for children ages 14 and under, but all ages are welcome. Please contact Lori Cruse at 812-431-4416 for more info. Winslow C N COMMUNITY KIDS' Easter Egg Hunt April 3 at 10 a.m. EDT 106 W. Washington St., Winslow All kids up to Sixth Grade First 50 people get a free donut Co ee, juice and milk will be provided EASTER SUNDAY Breakfast at 9 a.m. Service at 10:30 a.m. 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 Wednes- day of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 2—Good Fri- day. Sunday, April 4—Easter Sunday; Sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 7—Bible study. Studying Psalm 120 - 127. Sunday, April 11, monthly business meeting after morn- ing worship service. Wednesday, April 21, Bible study. Studying Psalm 128 - 134. Sunday, April 25, fourth Sunday and morning offering to the building fund. Bible Trivia Last week's answer to: Ahab referred to Elijah as "he that ______ Israel." An- swer: troubleth. Reference: I Kings 18:17. Q: How did the disciples react when Mary Magda- lene and the other women old them Jesus was alive? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, 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 GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Easter Sunday we will have Sunrise service starting at 7:15 a.m.; Sunday school will be can- celled this week; morning wor- ship at 10 :30 a.m. and Wednes- day Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. Jesus suffered to pay the price for our sins, and because He did, we can find freedom from our sins when we accept Him as Lord and Savior. The troubles and suffering of this life may be many, but they re- mind us of Him and can help point us to the greater glory that awaits us because we have accepted the salvation He paid for on the cross. "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastise- ment of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed" (Isaiah 53:5). Dwight Howe, Pastor Karri Brock, 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. April 4, Easter Sunday, there will be no Easter Sunrise ser- vice. Services will be at regular time, with communion during the service. First Wednesday of each 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 month, Advisory Board meeting before Bible study and business meeting to follow. Next meeting, April 7 at 6 p.m. Social distancing is still in place. Thought for the week: "If you declare with your mouth, 'Je- sus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved'" (Ro- mans 10:9). 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 fight- ing 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