The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, Feburar y 9, 2022 D-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 Romans 4:12, the Apostle Paul declares that Abraham was the father, not of his physi- cal offspring alone, but also of those who "walk in the steps of that faith" which Abraham had. Have you ever noticed that God does not hold the great men of Scripture up to us be- cause of their personal virtues? Almost invari- ably their records are marred by failure and sin. But God bids us observe their faith and what their faith gained for them (See Romans 4:3, 9, 11, 12). There is a whole chapter on this subject in the Book of Hebrews. Hebrews 11 is properly called "the great faith chapter," and its heroes "heroes of faith," for it tells how Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and scores of oth- ers "obtained a good report" before God. They all faltered and failed again and again, but He- brew 11:39 declares that "these all… obtained a good report through faith." This is why Romans 4:9 -12 states that God's blessing is bestowed upon those who "walk in the steps of that faith," which Abraham exhib- ited, just as it was bestowed upon Abraham himself. This truth is driven home in Verses 3 to 5 of the same chapter: The church page is made possible by the following firms and businesses: Amber Manor Care Center Petersburg — 812-354-3001 Benner & Co. 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Although Pilate adjudicated Je- sus of any wrong doing, he permitted Jesus' execution for political expediency. St. Augustine, of Hippo, who lived in the 3-4th century AD, wrote that the city of God and the city of man are diametrically opposed. The city of man is corrupt, sinful, and tempo- rary, whereas, the city of God is just, righteous and eternal. The Bible reveals that the kings of the earth have always resisted God, perse- cuted His people, and ignored His statutes. Revelation and Daniel reveal God will destroy all governments and grind them into powder and command the four winds to blow it away. On March 25, 2020, our president an- nounced we must flatten the curve of COVID, or millions would die. State governors agreed and ordered that everyone except essential workers would shelter in place for about two weeks; afterwards we can emerge from lock- down in time for Easter and celebrate the hope of the Resurrection. The sooner we flatten the curve, the sooner we can get back to normal. They lied. It has become painfully obvious that governments at all levels have misman- aged the pandemic. While the big-box stores raked in billions, over 200,000 small business who were arbitrarily classified as non-essen- tial were forced to close and subsequently went out of business. The number of closures for 2021 are still being tabulated, but the expect- ed numbers look bad. The delta and omicron Covid variant are sweeping the country, causing widespread havoc and more governmental wringing of hands. More masks and more restrictions have Well I'll be if isn't time to write my Ram- blings again. It doesn't even seem like a week has passed since I shared thoughts with you. The storm named Landon sure did leave our area a mess of ice and freezing temperatures. I said a couple of weeks ago the snow lovers wouldn't be cheated this year and there was plenty of slick stuff to have fun in for awhile. It was hard for the snow plows to keep up and every time they would get an area passable it would ice over again. I think they done a good job and deserve our thanks. My neighbor came over with his four-wheel drive tractor and plowed our drive and he had trouble getting through to the ice. I shoveled some of it before he came to plow and it is try- ing to melt a bit. I started our generator last summer but it would not start when I got it out to get it ready for use. I finally mixed some gasoline with the old gas and used a little starting fluid my friend had brought over to help get it started. It finally started but thank the Lord we didn't need our generators. I started looking at whole house generators to keep from all the ado of getting ready every year or so. It sounds like it would be worth the cost just to be ready at all times. 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 Baptist Baptist Baptist Respect for Human Dignity • Quality • Justice • Stewardship • Compassionate Caring P F M 1003 East Illinois Street • Petersburg, IN 47567 • 812.354.3458 Now Offering DOT Physical Exams! Ben Stillman, D.O. who have lost loved ones and those who are fighting illness- es. May God bless each one. You are welcome to worship with us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter 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: face- book.com/AyrshireValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH 6100 S. Augusta Broadway Street Winslow Pastor 812-582-0756 Sunday morning worship at 10 :15 a.m.; children Sun- day school during the morn- ing worship; Cross Fit youth on Sunday evening at 6 p.m.; Consume on Wednesday eve- ning at 6:30 p.m. My times are in thy hand. All his saints are in thy hand. "The word of the LORD came unto him, saying, Get th- ee hence, and turn thee east- ward, and hide thyself by the brook Cherith, that is before Jordan. And it shall be, that thou shalt drink of the brook; and I have commanded the ravens to feed thee there."(I Business meeting Feb. 9, at 6:30 p.m. There will be no Bi- ble study. Jenni Caudel has taken over as Children Church and Youth Leader. Come and see what good things she has for our children. Thought for the week: "The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still" (Exodus 14:14). Be in prayer for the lost, the sick, our church, our country and leaders, and always each other. Gods blessings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love, because everyone is fighting 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 Jenni Caudel, Children Leader Kathy Henderson, Reporter Continued on the next page per fundraiser for the Goldy Family. Sadly, 31 year old Rae Goldy, of Oakland City, lost her battle with cancer on Janu- ary 20, 2022. The medical and funeral expenses are large, so we are having a soup supper fundraiser in her memory to help offset the incurred ex- penses. The soup supper will be from 4-7 p.m. CST, Satur- day, February 12, at Wirth Park, in Oakland City. A silent auction of assorted items are also planned. All proceeds will go directly to the Goldy family (husband, Nick; and sons, Jax- on, Declon, and Tucker). We hope you can come and sup- port this family in need. Crossroads encourages a family atmosphere at church. We are all brothers and sis- ters in love with Jesus, and the sacrifice He provided for all mankind. We are bonded by the blood of our Savior. We truly hope you are encouraged to come for a visit to Cross- roads. If you are searching for a church family, we would be honored with your visit. Curt Beadle, Pastor 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 CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH 2789 S. State Rd 57 Oakland City It's been a while since we have made a post, so allow me to remind you with our ser- vice times. Midweek Wednes- day Bible study occurs at 6 p.m., with a meal preceding the study at 5:30 p.m. The meal is typically simple meal that allows fellowship before the study. Besides the adult study (current study series called "The Sons of Encour- agement"), we offer multiple age groups of children activi- ties at 6 p.m. Sunday worship begins with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., followed by wor- ship at 10 :30 a.m. All times are CST. Also, I want to take this op- portunity to remind you of our outreach ministry. Crossroads reaches out to the communi- ty in Pike and Gibson counties via Easter Egg hunt (April), no-price yard sale events ( June and September), Back- to-school supplies (late July), Thanksgiving Day meal (No- vember), and Christmas Toy Giveaway/Baby Shower (De- cember). This year we have a new event scheduled in March for the Prom, keep looking for details coming soon. And, we answer the call for special oc- casions, such as a soup sup- 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. You are welcome to join us. ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61, Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Business meeting the third Sunday of the month follow- ing morning worship. In honor of Valentine's Day, the scripture from I Corinthi- ans says: "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand it's own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about in- justice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love nev- er give up, never loses faith, is always hopeful and endures through every circumstance" (I Corinthians 13:4-7). There is no greater love than the love the Father has for us. He is always calling and reaching out for us. His love is never ending. We are remembering those youth group meet Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. We hope to see you here. Michael Miller, Pastor