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CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes 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 The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, June 15, 2022 D-1 Assembly of God RIVER OF LIFE 342 E. CR 300 N., Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening wor- ship 6 p.m. and Consumed youth group 7 p.m.; Wednes- day evening Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministr y meeting ever y other Thursday 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to and from church ser vices, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor 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. Baptist AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S., Winslow Phone: 812-789-3968 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morning wor- ship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 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 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 Facebook) for a time of fellowship and Christ-centered instruction 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 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 Wednesday of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15, Bible study. Studying Isaiah 34-37. Sunday, June 19, Father's Day. Sunday, June 26, fourth Sunday, offering to the building fund. Vacation Bible School will be Monday, July 11- Wednesday, July 13. Bible Trivia: Last week's answer to: When was Isaiah "called" by the Lord? Answer: before birth; " The Lord hath called me from the womb;" Reference. Isaiah 49:1 Q: How many and name the books of the Bible called minor prophets? Answer to come next week. Steve Selby, Pastor Elaine Barrett, Reporter GRACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St., Winslow Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 5 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 5 p.m. Henry Nelson, Pastor Bill Chesser, 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.; Sunday evening service, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (four years old through fifth grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer service 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service at 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. "God is often at work behind the scenes to bring about something good in even the most challenging of times even though the results may not be easily or quickly seen. He reassures us that He has our best interests in mind and that He is always at work even when we don't know what He's up to. What He asks us to do is to trust in Him. He is after all Lord of all. And He will do what He's promised"—from David C. Cook, Bible study. "Then you will know that I am the Lord; those who hope in me will not be disappointed" (Isaiah 49:23c). Dwight Howe, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-486-3658 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com. Website: www. immanuelbaptistchurch. weebly.com. Early service at 9:30 a.m.to coincide with children's Sunday school; Sunday morning Bible study 9:30 a.m.; morning wor- ship at 10:40 a.m.; Wednesday at 6 p.m. Bible study and prayer. No Sunday evening and Thursday services. Celebrate and worship in the sanctuary while your chil- dren and youth receive Bible training. You and your family can enjoy great music, uplifting teaching, heartwarming prepa- ration for the great friendships and connections. New small group starting July 2 at 10 a.m. We will meet to discuss books, devotionals, sermon messages, or current events. Pastor Joe will be cook- ing breakfast. Come and join the group. New Youth Booster Club starting in July, date and time announced later. Support the kids and families of our church and have fun doing it. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. 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 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. Jenni Caudel has taken over as Children Church and Youth Leader. Come and see what good things she has for our children. Business meeting, first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. June 19—Happy Fathers Day. June 24 and 25th: VBS from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with lunch being served at 12:30 p.m. June 26—10:30 a.m. VBS closing program with lunch being served after worship service. July 6—6:30 p.m., Business meeting, noBible study. Thought for the week: "As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him" (Psalm 103:13). 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 Jenni Caudel, Children Leader Kathy Henderson, Reporter Catholic 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. Masses: (Latin for Mis- sion—to spread the Gospel: Schedule (All times EDT)— Check Church bulletin for schedule of ser vices. Thursday Mass: 10:30 a.m.; Saturday Mass 5:30 p.m.; Sun- day Mass: 11 a.m The Holy Rosar y, a stor y of the life of Christ is prayed before the mass. CCD and adult Bible study is on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. at the Rector y basement. Confession (Sacrament of Reconciliation) 30 minutes before each Mass. For Communion calls — first and third Wednesdays, Contact Fr. Frank. For those who still don't feel safe returning to church, the Sunday mass obligation will continue to be uploaded and recorded on Facebook. Readings for June 19— Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi): First reading: Gen- esis 14:18-20 (169C);second reading: I Corinthians 11:23- 26; Gospel: Luke 9:11b-17. Wednesday, June 15, Mass 6 p.m.; Parish Council meet- ing to follow. Saturday June 18, RCIA session 8 a.m., SPP rector y basement. Mark your calendars: Monday, June 27- Thursday, June 30, Vacation Bible school from 6-8 p.m. at the Social Hall. July 28,29,30—Parish di- rector y picture taking. Check bulletin for details. Cable TV/ Internet pro- gram EWTN (Eternal World Television Network) available 24/7. Masses available 8 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and midnight. Local and World News 9 p.m. Rosar y recited at 9:30 p.m. daily. Catholic Radio program available at 93.1 FM. Questions regarding the Catholic Faith and RCIA: Con- tact Fr. Frank Renner. Wel- come to newcomers, welcome to those who are interested in joining our faith and those who plan to come back. Pray for an end to abortion. Pray for peace and an end to the Pandemic and turmoil. God bless America. God bless ever yone. Have a blessed and faith filled 2022. 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 schedule of ser vices. Wednesdays: Adoration and Benediction at 6 p.m. and Mass at 6:30 p.m.; Sunday Mass: 8 a.m. The Holy Rosar y is prayed at 7:30 a.m., before 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 obligation will continue to be uploaded and recorded on Facebook. For Communion calls—sec- ond and fourth Wednesdays, Contact Fr. Frank. Readings for June 19— The Devil is alive and well After ever y mass shooting, they focus a significant amount of news broadcast time on guns and guns and guns. The same choir sings the same song after ever y mass shoot- ing. If we can do away with guns, this will curb violence. In the same breath, they convenient- ly sing most shooters are white supremacists and racists. The question never asked or addressed is which came first; the chicken or the egg? Newspaper articles, politicians, TV talking heads, and the man on the street all say these shootings are evil. The news media trots out their experts and they talk about evil. They encourage parents to discuss "evil" with their children. They spend hours of broadcast time talking about evil this and evil that, but never about the source of evil! Where does it originate? How can we get a handle on it? Is it a force? Is it a psychiatric disorder? Could there be a devil? Is it in the water? When was the last time you heard about Sa- tan or the devil? Satan has been characterized as a medieval church invention used to scare people into the church. Many Christians agree as they see nothing wrong with kids dress- ing up in Satan's costumes and celebrating Halloween with haunted houses sponsored by their church. They portrayed Satan as comical and harmless. Music praises him. People tattoo devilish symbols on their body and call it art. I've had church members proudly boast to me they don't believe in the devil as if their pronouncement carries authority. It doesn't! Getting lost in Bicknell Last week we filled in at Bethany General Baptist in Bicknell Indiana. It is defintly a beautiful church, but they have only a hand full of people attending and the ones who attend are ver y faithful. Bicknell is a amaller community and is full of great folks. They can give you directions but the streets do a strange tur n and if you don't watch while you are driving you can end up on a dif ferent street. It has happened to us three times now ,but we seem to always stumble around until we come upon the church. It doesn't seem as though any of our churches can attract younger people to take the place of the ones we are losing to get- ting older. The churches that are sur viving well are the bigger churches who can of fer basketball and other such things to draw the children. Lately many are of fering breakfast and other amenities. I'm not sure how to feel about this, but I suppose if the church can budget for these things and people are turning to the Lord we should be happy for them. Our local Lions Club is in planning stsge From a father to his son "Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus"(2 Timothy 2:1). As Paul prepared to leave this life, he longed to leave Timothy with a few parting instructions to encourage him in the faith. The apostle knew that his young friend was easily discouraged. Of course, some of the circumstances Timothy faced as he defended the faith would be enough to dishearten the most seasoned veteran of the Cross today (Acts 19:23-41 cf. 1 Timothy 1:2,3). Paul affectionately refers to Timothy as "my son." Although Timothy was not Paul's son in the flesh, the aged apostle had led him to the Lord; therefore, he was his son in the faith. As a result, there was a ver y special relationship between them. Timothy might have had ten thousand instructors in Christ, but he only had one spiritual father who loved him like a son. Thus, Paul challenges him to be strong in grace. Grace is God's unmerited favor toward those who are undeser ving. Points to Ponder By Curtis Bond Ramblings of my mind By Lowell Thomas Minutes with the Bible By Pastor Paul M. Sadler See PONDER on page 3 See MINUTES on page 3 See R AMBLINGS on page 3