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B-8 Wednesday, June 30, 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 It is strange but true that most people — even the great majority of religious people — do not know what a church is. Ask the average man what a church is, and he's apt to reply: "Well, anybody knows that! A church is a building where peo- ple go to worship God." But this is not correct. The word translated church, in our Bibles, simply means assembly. A church is not a building, but the assembly that meets in the building. Techni- cally, a church is not even a religious gathering, for the same word is used in Acts 19:32 of a riot- ous mob which had assembled at Ephesus, and this verse says that this assembly was confused and that "the greater part knew not wherefore they were come together." Perhaps this could Religion is very important to millions of young people returning to public schools af- ter the pandemic. Many will get mixed messag- es about religion from teachers who have a hos- tile attitude toward religion. There are many scare tactics used by teachers, school adminis- trators and the media. The teachers' unions are one of the greatest enemies of free speech and religious liberty. Many will be taught philoso- phies that contradict what their parents have taught them. Parents should be involved and know what is being taught in school. Most young people in America have a de- sire to learn more about God. More than half of all teenagers attend church related activi- ties on a regular basis. Nine out of every ten young people say they developed meaningful relationships at church. Almost the same per- centage developed a deeper relationship with Christ by attending church. Since religion is so important to young people, no teacher should be hostile toward religion. Christian- ity should be accommo- dated within the bound- aries of the Constitution. The Constitution allows students to pray individ- ually or in groups and to discuss religion. This in- cludes the history of reli- gion and the Bible as lit- erature. Student expres- sion of religious beliefs through sports, artwork and homework are constitutionally protected. Religious clubs have the same right to meet and have announcements in campus publications. Students are allowed to wear a cross or shirt that has a religious symbol. The ACLU is the most dangerous organization in America and silently walks the halls of our schools attack- ing our religious freedoms. Interested parents, educators and lawyers may obtain good infor- mation by writing, "Religion in Public Schools," 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 10 Welcome God in our schools Religious Viewpoint By Dr. Clyde Dupin See MINUTES on 10 What is a church? Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Cornelius R. Stam Well hello there folks, how you doing this week? We had a vacation last week and it was good to get away from here for awhile. If you ha- ven't left your troubles and cares to sit for a spell and get a fresh look at them. Take a day or two to let your mind find some rest. It helps to just to do something different for awhile. We drove to Branson, Missouri last Sunday and stayed for four good days. We saw and did some great things. Monday we started out going to Tanger Outlet Mall, but we also went there an- other day too. They had a few bargains but they also several items which were expensive enough you had to want them to pay the price. Our wives really liked the Vera Bradley store because they had 80 % off on lots of their purses. I think my wife already has a couple of totes full of them now. If you haven't experienced Branson's old town you should. They have lots of stores which used to be in almost every town such as their 5 & 10 cent store. If you can't find what you are looking for in this store then it might not exist. We saw "The Petersen Family" bluegrass show on Tuesday afternoon at the Little Opry. This show was really a great show. I mentioned to my wife about two songs I hoped to hear and both of them were in their program. If you get to Bran- son please see the Petersens because they are not only a group of great performers but they are genuine good people who are very friendly and approachable. You would never realize their po- tential fame and standing in the bluegrass world. My cousin D.K. Brewster and his family live in Branson, so we had a meal with them and en- joyed a good visit. His wife is busy as she works two jobs and hosts a radio program as well. She has to help D.K, because he is old enough now Upcoming Events Upcoming gospel concert July 31 There will be an upcoming gospel concert in Peters- burg at God's House at 402 E. Illinois Street on Saturday, July 31 at 7 p.m. EDT. Featured are The White River Quar- tet, Brian Free and Assurance, and the LeFevre Quartet. There will be a freewill offering taken up. For more infor- mation, call 812-236 -4351. 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 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 573-587-5444 (Grades K-6) July 5-9, 2021 9:30A.M. - NOON EDT Call or Text for van pickup Winslow G.B. Church 600 E. Union Street, Winslow • 812-789-2469 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 CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH 2789 S. State Rd 57 Oakland City Sunday morning service times are: Sunday school 9:30 a.m. CDT; Worship ser- vice 10 :30 a.m. This Wednesday, we begin another chapter of MacAr- thur's Twelve Extraordinary Women. This week is Mar- tha and Mary. They are well- known for their various roles they perform upon Jesus' vis- it to their home. Martha busi- ly prepares the meal for Jesus while Mary, her sister, simply sits at the feet of Jesus, hang- ing on His every word. The ac- count is written in Luke 10 :38 - 42; make plans to join us this week. The study starts at 6 p.m. CDT and is preceded with a meal at 5:30 p.m. Also, remember we have children's activities while you are study- ing Luke 10. The younger children have started a new summer series called "Bible Circus" and it is filled with fun activities, challenges, games and Bible lessons. The older children (sixth grade and up) are en- joying RC4JC (remote con- trol cars) on our dirt track, following their Bible lesson. We hope you and your chil- dren can join us on these fun- filled Wednesdays. Mark your calendar. Our next outreach ( Vacation Bi- ble School) will be coming July 19 -23 and the theme is "Scar Force" which is a par- ody of Star Wars. The Scar Force theme will be lots of fun. Be sure to watch for more de- tails coming soon in an ad in this paper. Also, while mark- ing your calendar, reserve Ju- ly 17, which will be our Back- pack Giveaway. I know it is too early to be thinking about re- turning to school, but marking your calendar for this back-to- GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. Four Fundamental Elements of Prayer 1. P—Praise the Lord. The Psalmist said, "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him" (Psalm 100 :4). 2. R—Repent of your sins. Paul tell us, "The Spirit helps us in our weakness...he who searches our heart...inter- cedes for God's people in ac- cordance with the will of God" (Romans 8:26 -27). 3. A—Ask for yourself and for others. "I will give you the keys of the Kingdom of Heav- en...whatever doors you open on earth shall be open in heav- en" (Matthew 16:19). 4. Y—Yield to God's will. If you don't know what God's will is, prayer is the starting point. And if you already know and you're not doing it, prayer will convict, correct and chan- nel you in the right direction. "Pray in the Spirit on all occa- sions" (Ephesians 6:18). 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 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6 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 at 9:30 a.m.; morn- ing worship 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. July 14, Adult VBS from 6 -8 p.m. Come one and all, enjoy the learning and fellowship. Any questions, call Pastor Jo- seph Roman at 812 890 -9942. "It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord" (Lamentations 3:26). 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 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 school event will ensure you don't miss it. Have you found your place to worship? We would love to have you as part of the Cross- roads family. Come join us this Sunday. Curt Beadle, Pastor VINCENT 8264 Morning Lord's Sunday Evening has welcome This the tion. Church ebrated May a nation creator right pursuit never found The "Now and Lord