The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, September 29, 2021 D-3 ical leaders often look the oth- er way, and a liberal news me- dia usually ignores these ter- rible tragedies. A fter the war in Bosnia, I spent several days visit- ing mass graves, hundreds of burned-out houses, rape camps and torture chambers. The stories broke my heart. This visit was like a drop of water in a vast sea of victims. In Nigeria, I saw churches burned and Christian hospi- tals abandoned. In many countries, Chris- tians are forced to sign papers of loyalty to Islam. Three- fourths of all Christians live outside the West. Most Chris- tians are not white, but live in Third World Countries. In Saudi Arabia, there is no free- dom of religion. VIEWPOINT Continued from page 1 Pentecostal Pentecostal Presbyterian Wesleyan MINUTES Continued from page 1 feited his life by sin, but the believer's new life can nev- er be forfeited, for this life is nothing less than the life of Christ, in whom the believer now stands perfect and com- plete before God. It is a law, a fixed unchange- able law, that sin brings forth death (Rom. 5:12; 6:23; et al). This is called "the law of sin and death," but the believ- er has already died for sin in Christ and has been given new life by the Spirit. Thus "the law of the Spirit," that of "life in Christ," has made the sim- plest believer "free from the law of sin and death." Thank God for "the law of the Spirit," everlasting life through the Lord Jesus Christ, who died for our sins. RAMBLINGS Continued from page 1 PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the DUKE Some people might disagree with me—but I swear that rescue animals know that they have been saved and will always re- member that. They repay you back with so much love. This week, PAWS is featuring a terrific fel- low named Duke, who is a handsome shepherd/ husky mix, full of zest for life, very high energy, ram- bunctious and would make a great watch dog. Duke has been at PAWS for almost a year and we are unsure why he is al- ways overlooked. He has a great personality and a beautiful coat of chocolate brown fur, with tan and cream-colored accents. He is about two years old and is way overdue for a forev- er family. If you could give this awesome dog a great home, call 812-354-9894. had to turn on our furnace al- ready. Let me tell you I am not ready for the snow to fly. My neighbor and I were talking and we have something that needs to be done before win- ter snow comes. He said if we prepare maybe the snow will bypass us this year. The grass seed we plant- ed has really come up. I was concerned that without put- ting straw over the new seed it wouldn't germinate, but it has done well. I got some more seed to over seed a cou- ple of trouble areas. I am sure satisfied with the new grass I did get. Where the ground was dug up it looks like a put- ting green. In case anyone is interested in what was plant- ed, we used "creeping red fes- cue". I have been asked to fill in for a band. I am happy to be able to entertain whenever I can. I have asked another per- son to play along and they are supposed to let me know lat- er in the week. I have really missed singing for the nurs- ing homes, but at the same time I don't want to get sick and I would feel terrible if I made anyone else sick. My family is supposed to bring the message next Sun- day at Shiloh Baptist Church in Bridgeport, Illinois. I al- ways look forward to sharing God's word with new friends and Christian brothers and sisters. The aches and pains from my shot will be worn off by then. Well this may be a record of sorts by being shorter than usual. No matter the length of the article I write as an Amer- ican citizen and I want our country to be the best it can be. Sso let's all get out there and do what we can do and while we are at it be a bless- ing to others. Nazarene Methodist Heavenly Father and Holy Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we're in your outer court and have come boldly before your royal highness to ask your will while seeking your face and knocking on your heart's door for mercy for our homes, our homeland and believers all around the world to be healed in mind, body, soul and spirit. Hear our cry. Heal our wounds and forgive us our sins and trespasses as we forgive our debtor, our enemies and persecutors. Help us to be like you in love and power to the glory of God, the Father. Holy Spirit, help guide and bless our govern- ment (in this one nation under God), its lead- ers, its citizens, and our friends and neighbors. It's all for your love in us, for your life through us and for the liberty we have in Christ. Your will be done in earth as it is in heaven; for yours is the kingdom, the power and glory for- ever and ever. Amen and Amen. Written May 6, 2021 on National Day of Prayer His HighWay Ministry 812-650-2664 Prayer Hear our 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 SHEPHERD METHODIST City 812-749-3525 wor- commu- Tues- a.m.-noon Shep- Church through Je- body of ourselves devel- spirit, knowledge of may love, our needy invitation to worship takes PETERSBURG FREE METHODIST CHURCH 202 Walnut Street Normal weekly schedule is as follows: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. with morn- ing worship starting at 10 :30 a.m.; Teen ministry on Sun- day nights at 5 p.m.; Wednes- day night children and youth ministry from 6 -7 p.m. Trans- portation will be provided for those who need it. Peace and joy in the Lord. Mark Schlechty, 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; 6 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 com- fort of your car. 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. We want to be a church meet- ing the needs of our communi- ty. If the church can be of assis- tance to you, contact us at pas- tor@petersburgnaz.com. 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 We hope you will join us Sun- day as we celebrate our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Steve Hamilton, 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. and Sunday school at 11 a.m. You can view our morning service on Facebook live, around 11 a.m. There is a song, Lord, I'm hungry for a mighty move of God. Lord I'm thirsty, pour out your Holy Ghost. For I want to see the hand of God move mightily inside of me. Lord, I'm hungry for a move of God. This should be the Christian's song, for if we ev- er needed a move of God, it is now. We see the signs of the times everywhere and we see things waxing worse and worse. The Bible states this would happen, but also a mighty move of God before we go home. The Church needs to get busy praying and fast- ing and into the Word. Let's make the devil nervous and get busy. Lift up in prayer your pres- ident, U.S. Congress, your state and local government of- ficials, as the Bible states that we might live a peaceful life. May your week be blessed and your journey's safe. 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; Wednesday and Sunday evening services are at 6 p.m. All services are CDT (Gibson Co. times). Ephesians 6:10, 11 tells us to be strong in the Lord....stand- ing against the wiles of the devil. What are wiles? Those things he knows will lure you away from your heavenly Fa- ther and a moral, healthy life. Those thoughts that come in- to your head, whether they be to do something, which you know is wrong, or to do your- self harm. These are not your thoughts. Don't meditate on them. If you do, they will take root and you'll eventually give in to them. Many people do not believe that the devil exists. Yet the Lord and the apostles both speak of him. Just remember you cannot resist what you do not believe exists. This is how all enemies both natural and spiritual defeat us. 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. Flagpole prayers Each September for the past 25 years, young Chris- tians across America have gathered around school flag- poles to pray. See You at the Pole (SYATP), which began at three schools in Burleson, Texas, is now an internation- al event, with about 3 million participants annually. Students organize prayer gatherings, usually at 7 a.m. local time. Teachers, parents and youth pastors often join them. The theme verse for this year's event, which oc- curs September 23, is Acts 1:14 — "They all met togeth- er and were constantly united in prayer" (NLT). Student-led prayer, even at public schools, is free speech protected by the U.S. Consti- tution. By gathering around their flagpoles, young people take a stand for Christ as they call on his name in prayer. 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. Kindness What is Kindness? Kind- ness can be as simple as giv- ing someone support in times of need with an "I'm there for you" feeling. It can be those comforting words of "I un- derstand you" to a sad person or simply giving someone a smile. However small an act of kindness is, its impact on others is deep. It can bright- en someone's day more than you imagine. When you show a random act of kindness, it is not only impacting or touch- ing others' life, but also im- proving your mental and emo- tional wellbeing. Imagine if we all start treat- ing others the way we want to be treated, think, feel and speak to others the way we want to be spoken to. So, how do we want people to treat us? With respect, empathy, under- standing and kindness. Right? "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithful- ness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law" (Galatians 5:22-23). Give someone a smile or a kind word this week. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter Meet you at the pole About 30 Pike Central students and faculty braved the cool temperatures and damp weather Wednesday as they gathered at the flag pole in front of Pike Central High School to pray. The group had a song, then prayed for the school and country, among other things, at 7:30 a.m.