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tion of God's love flowing in their lives. These words of Jesus to His Disciples ap- ply to all who will hear and accept His words, "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name." (John 15:16) We must always be on guard against the rebellious and independent nature that lies within us. Prior to these words of comfort and en- couragement to His disciples Jesus said, "I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. (John 15:5) The words of Jesus make it ver y clear that all Spiritual fruit comes from our abiding in Him and His living His life through us. The fruits of the Spirit are indeed fruits of the Spirit, not attributes of the human heart. Beware of the idea that you can produce Christ like qualities from within yourself. "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." (Gala- tians 5:22) No one is able to resist temptation or endure the council of ungodly men ef fectively without depen- dence and surrender to God. All of the disciplines that we incorporate into our daily behavior should give testimony that we are sub- missive to God's will and that we desire to obey Him without regard to cost or consequence. As a result of our surren- der to the laws of God and our confession that He alone is our strength, we experi- ence peace, prosperity and know that we are useful and fruitful parts of the body of Christ. is absolute truth, also makes people think you're crazy. Dogmatism is uncommon and unacceptable in a soci- ety that demands tolerance. When you say that, based on the Word of God, some- thing is the absolute truth, the world will think you're crazy. The Word of God, however, is an absolute. It is our authority. When it says that there is only one way to God, and it's through the Lord Jesus Christ, that's the truth, and we must proclaim it, even if people call us cra- zy. As we follow Paul as he followed Christ (1 Corinthi- ans 11:1), we too, like Paul, should have a deep-seated devotion for the Lord, con- sumed with a zeal for the things of God, living for un- seen, eternal things. This will make people think you're out of your mind, but that's good. It's good to be called crazy for the Lord. Like Paul, we remember that if we appear to be out of our right mind because we hold nothing back and are zealous and dogmatic, "it is to God," it's to please, honor, and glorify Him. of health problems. Then came the inevitable question, "What was her fa- vorite Bible passage?" Granny considered for a moment, and then respond- ed, "All those places where it says, 'and it came to pass.' That let me know, that how- ever bad things were, they hadn't come to stay, they had come to pass." Ever y coin has two sides, and, eventually, that coin will flip–possibly even, during our time in this benighted world. The Psalmist, too, knew that. While he denied nothing of reality, admitting, "Thou, O God, hast tested us; thou hast tried us as silver is tried. Thou didst bring us into the net; thou didst lay affliction on our loins; thou didst let men ride over our heads; we went through fire and through wa- ter… And yet: "Thou hast brought us forth to a spacious place." South Gibson Star-Times Tuesday, June 28, 2022 B-5 K of C Chicken Dinner set for July 31 By Ann Minnis Scribe The Daughters of Isabella Haub- stadt Circle #151 met on June 20 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Haub- stadt. Regent Kris Lutz opened the meet- ing. Chancellor, Becky Siewers, read the opening prayer. Pledge to the Flag was said and regular repor ts were giv- en. Sue Alston repor ted sending bir th- day cards to Lillian Kr use, Doris Welte, and Mildred Lindauer. A get-well card will be sent to Karen Gries. A sympa- thy card and Mass have been sent to Tammy Hayes. The Knights of Columbus Sommer- fest booth was a great success this year, with many German bologna and porkchop sandwiches and pork burg- ers; as well as some 2,125 kraut balls sold. Circle #151 volunteers spent hours ordering and assembling in- gredients in preparation; and on June 6, 7 and 8 mixing, rolling, packag- ing, counting, and freezing the kraut balls. In spite of shor tages & other woes and a mishap with the Knights of Columbus mixer, all tur ned out well. Thank you to the welders at JD Machine Company in Haubstadt who came to the rescue and repaired the mixer at no charge. And thank you to Jancey Smith of Small Town Living who came to the Sts. Peter and Paul Cafeteria to document the assembling of the kraut balls. The Knights of Columbus Chick- en Dinner fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, July 31. This is carr y-out only. Members of Circle #151 will be bringing the desser ts & are asked to put their names on any dish they want back. Volunteers are needed by 8:30 or 9:00 am to cut and box the desser ts. Please contact Regent Kris to volun- teer 812-768-6456. The K of C/D of I Family Picnic is scheduled for Sep- tember 18. There is an ongoing need for volunteers to help at the Tuesday night bingos (which benefit the Cath- olic Schools); if interested, phone Patti Seib 812-483-2118. The Respect Life Repor t: The Right to Life Father's Day Ad featured D of I member, Linda Kissel's husband, son-in-law, and new grandson. Linda chaired the Beautiful Baby Contest at the Sommer fest and repor ted that the granddaughter of D of I member, Wan- da Engler t, and the son of Jason and Mi- chelle Rainey, D of I member & Grand Knight of Haubstadt K of C Council, won 2nd and 3rd prizes. She expressed gratitude to all par ticipants and gen- erous donors. A Safe Haven Baby Box Billboard is now in place near Oakland City. Inquiries and plans are beginning to create a Pregnancy-Aid Facility in Gibson County & will require much cooperation among churches, donors, health professionals, volunteers, etc. The Family Game and Card Par ty to benefit Right to Life is scheduled for Sunday noon, July 24 at Sts. Peter and Paul FLC. Call Carolyn Spindler 812- 768-6941 or Ann Minnis 812-664-7695 for reser vations or to donate auction items. Becky Siewers read a reflection on the Beatitude: Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righ- teousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matt5:1-12) Regent Kris adjour ned the meeting. Brownies and ice cream and drinks were ser ved by the committee chaired by Ruth Lash- er, Kris Lutz, Kathy Mar tin, and Sha- ron Hillyer. The half pot was won by Barb Spindler who donated it back to St. Elizabeth/Coleman for pregnan- cy-aid. The next meeting will be July 18 at 7:15 pm at the K of C Hall in Haubstadt. Dawn Hasenour and Barb Frohbieter are chairladies, with Deann Dunkel on committee. Sunday school 9 a.m.; worship ser vice 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday night prayer ser vice 7 p.m. OWENSVILLE BLYTHE CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST One mile W. of GSHS Owensville Rev. John Baylor, Jr. Worship 9 a.m. DAYSPRING COMMUNITY CHURCH 120 N. Main St., Owensville 812-724-4114 Scott Burr, Pastor Sunday Ser vice Times: Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. (Kids Church and Nurser y available)Disci- pleship Hour: 10 a.m. Prayer Ser vice: 6 p.m. Monday: Uncommon Youth Ser vice (Grades 6-12): 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study: 7 p.m. Uncommon Youth and Kids: 7 p.m. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 4680 W. St. Rd. 168, Owensville (Old Orchard Curve) Bart W. Newton, Preaching Minister Phone: 812-724-4181 E-mail: fccowensville@frontier.com Sunday school for all ages of youth and Adult Bible Fellowship 9 a.m.; worship ser vice 10 a.m. The church is a non-de- nominational church. MAUMEE GENER AL BAPTIST CHURCH 9482 W. SR 165, Owensville Pastor Kevin R. Miley Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning wor- ship 10:30 a.m. Children's ministr y (ages four through fifth grade) 10:30 a.m. For more information about our wor- ship ser vice or other ministries, call 812- 729-7230. Come be our guests. We would love to see you! OLD UNION CHRISTIAN CHURCH Hwy. 165 S. of Johnson Baret Fawbush, Pastor Bible study 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:15 a.m. OWENSVILLE FIRST GENER AL BAPTIST CHURCH Corner of Brummitt and Mill Rev. Bob Douglas Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday ser- vice 10:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday night worship 6 p.m. Bible study, prayer meeting and men's prayer group meet 8 a.m. ever y Sunday. All men welcome. Disciples and Jr./Sr. youth meet ever y Sunday evening at 7 p.m. All youth are in- vited to attend. OWENSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Third and Brummitt, Owensville Pastor Marsha Bishop Sunday school for all ages 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. Transportation is available for all by calling the church or call 812-724-4041. Ever yone is welcome to worship with us! SOUTH GIBSON APOSTOLIC CHURCH 6144 S. 1075 W. Owensville James Freels, Pastor Sunday worship times are 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. prayer and Bible study. For more information about the church ser vices, home Bible studies and transportation to the church, call 812-729- 7231. PRINCETON BETHEL MEMORIAL CHURCH 1520 S. Main St., Princeton Pastor Kevin Wilson Asst. Pastor Kyle Powell Phone 812-386-6202 for information. Ser vices: Sunday 8 a.m., 10:40 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday Children's Youth Min- istr y (Awana) 6 p.m.; Adult Bible study 6:30 p.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PRINCETON 800 W. Faith Blvd., Princeton Jim Saunders, Senior Pastor 812-635-9200 Sunday school 9 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening ser vice 6 p.m. OUR SAVIOR LUTHER AN CHURCH (ELCA) U.S. 41 and State Rd. 64 Princeton Sunday worship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10:30 a.m. Princeton Christian Church 219 N. Gibson St., Princeton Gar y Fair, Evangelist Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Wednesday Bi- ble Study 6 p.m. SALVATION ARMY CHURCH (non-denominational) 201 S. Gibson St. Princeton Capt. Chris Marques Phone 812-386-6577 Sunday morning breakfast 9 a.m.; Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning wor- ship 10:45 a.m.; evening ser vice 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 6 p.m.; Men's Club and Home League at 7 p.m. Ask about boys' and girls' clubs. WARRENTON ST. STEPHENS COMMUNITY CHURCH 12152 S. 200 E., Warrenton Pastor Brian Pullum Sunday Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.; Bible Study at 7 p.m. on Thurs- day evenings. CHURCH Continued from page 4 MINUTES Continued from page 4 INSIGHT Continued from page 4 REFLECTION Continued from page 4 entire neighborhoods have been torched by peaceful dem- onstrators. Sporting events, concerts, and award ceremo- nies have turned into social protest venues. As we reflect on current political and cultural devel- opments, we should consider how far 'We the People' have drifted from the rights and privileges granted to us by the Constitution including three of the most important rights being: freedom of speech, as- sembly, and religion. Benjamin Franklin said, 'Freedom of speech is a prin- cipal pillar of a free govern- ment; when this support is taken away, the constitution of a free society is dissolved, and tyranny is erected on its ruins. Republics… derive their strength and vigor from a popular examination into the action of the magistrates.' — Pennsylvania Gazette, No- vember 17, 1737. Franklin also said, 'Or- daining of laws in favor of one par t of the nation to the prejudice and oppression of another is cer tainly the most erroneous and mistak- en policy...An equal dispen- sation of protection, rights, privileges, and advantages, is what ever y par t is entitled to, and ought to enjoy.' — 1774. John Adams said, 'We have no government armed with power capable of contend- ing with human passions unbridled by morality and religion. Avarice, ambition, revenge, or gallantr y would break the strongest cords of our Constitution as a whale goes through a net. Our Con- stitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.' — October 11, 1798. Our only hope is the liber- ty found in Christ. 2Cor 3:17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. Real liberty is Spelled JE- SUS! 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