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The Press-Dispatch D-1 Wednesday, December 21, 2022 CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg Klaus Schwab, founder of the World Eco- nomic Forum, recently Tweeted ,"God Is Dead'" and the WEF is "Acquiring Divine Powers." At first glance, his pronouncement is laugh- able. Men have been declaring God is dead for centuries. Marx, Freud, Nietzsche, Steven Hawking and a host of other luminaries have boasted of God's demise. They are dead and people still believe in God. To use a phrase attributed to Mark Twain, "The report of my death was an exaggeration." Saying there is no God is benign. Declaring God dead acknowledges God was once alive! Most people believe in something. Seventy percent of the world's population are adherents to either Christianity, Islam, Judaism, or Hin- duism. These folks haven't got the message that God is dead or irrelevant. Those who pro- mote the idea that God is dead have fallen in- to the satanic trap sprang on Eve in the gar- den. Man is God! There is some truth to this statement. Jesus quoted Ps 82:6 "I said, You [are] gods, And all of you [are] children of the Most High." Human beings are created in the image of God. Jesus outlines the difference between God and man: "Can any one of you by worry- ing add a single hour to your life? " Or "I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear him who, after your body has been killed, has authority to throw you into hell." That is power! Jesus says the first and great commandment is, "The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength." His statement is the core of the first two command- ments given by Moses. Moses said there will be no other gods for you. You will not make any idols and you will not bow down or serve any idol. Rounding out the Ten is the last command- ment which says, you will not covet. Paul says the love of money is the root of all evil. Money does strange things to people. Ma- ny people will sell themselves for a few coins. Judas betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver. Je- sus said it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to en- ter into the kingdom of God. Wealth becomes the idol. Henry Kissinger said, "Who controls mon- ey controls the world." Kissinger is implying wealth is power. Wealth is god. Many politicians enter elected office having small bank accounts and leave office wealthy. Let's get ready to ramble and see what thoughts arise today. It is hard to tell what will come from this mind. I know for certain Christ- mas Day is quickly approaching and I am not done with all my shopping. I try to get what my wife wants but for safety sakes I let her help pick out her present. Often times I can get her to find a few things she re- ally wants and then she lets me pick from her choices. Doesn't sound like a surprise but at least it will be something she has liked. At 74 years old I would rather be a little sure rath- er than disappoint her. Earrings are always a good choice because she really isn't into too much jewelry. I want to thank everyone who helped make our caroling in the park a success. I believe we had 14 or 15 singers. Our little throw- togeth- er choir really sounded great. I was amazed at the number of vehicles which stopped and actually got out to hear us and take pictures. It was really chilly tempera- ture-wise but it wasn't anything we couldn't put up with. I already have plans to have our singing again next year if we are all still able. It was nice to see Mrs Claus on the porch with us and waving to all the people going by. During the Christmas season she is quite busy and can be seen at many functions around the community. I thank the Nazarene church for opening their fellowship hall for hot cocoa although we didn't have any takers. Pastor Steve Hamilton said next year we will have our hot cocoa out at the park so more people can enjoy it. Thanks again for all help because you all made me very happy with the results of our first caroling ad- venture on the porch. I have heard from the singers that there were truly many blessings from our efforts. One day last week we were picking up and straightening up the house when my wife re- minded me that one of our clothing storage bins had the drawers falling out so with a lit- tle thought, we were able to cobble up a fix for the failing drawers. I guess I haven't lost all of weird ways of get- ting a little more run time out of things. When I worked at IPL, there were many times my- self and couple others would be asked to get a few more hours out of a piece of machinery un- 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 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 CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Ramblings of my mind By Lowell Thomas See NOTES on 2 God is alive Points to Ponder By Curtis Bond See POINTS on page 2 See R AMBLINGS on page 2 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, call 812-354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor WASHINGTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD 320 S. Meridian St., Washington Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday evening dinner and Bible study at 6 p.m. Baptist ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61, Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship with chil- dren's church at 10 :30 a.m. Business meeting the third Sunday of the month follow- ing morning worship. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S., Winslow Phone: 812-789 -3968 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6:30 p.m. 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. We hope to see you here. Michael Miller, Pastor BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E., Otwell (Meeting in the Iva Union Church building) Sunday school for chil- dren and adults 9 a.m.; Sun- day morning worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday evening ser- vice, 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 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 Wednes- day of each month, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Steve Selby, Pastor GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service at 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday evening service at 6:30 p.m. Dwight Howe, Pastor GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St., Winslow Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening wor- ship 5 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 5 p.m. Henry Nelson, Pastor IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-486 -3658 Pastor 812-890 -9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com. Website: immanuelbaptistchurch. weebly.com. Early service at 9:30 a.m. to coincide with children's Sun- day school; Sunday morning Bible study 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :40 a.m.; Wednes- day evening prayer service at 6 p.m. There is no Sunday eve- ning or Thursday services. Joseph Roman, Pastor HEPHZIBAH-LIT TLES GB CHURCH Church Sunday service at 10 a.m.; Sunay youth at 6 p.m. and Sunday evening service at 7 p.m. "Feed the Vision" dinner, every month on the first Sat- urday at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join us at the Se- nior Citizens. Deb Hamm Reporter MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH Augusta Sunday morning worship at 10 :15 a.m.; Children's Sunday school during morning wor- ship; Cross Fit youth on Sunday evening at 6 p.m.; Wednesday night Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Jerry (Tuffy) Blackwell, Pastor NEW LIBERTY G.B. CHURCH 1820 E. CR. 800 S. Oakland City ( Just south of Coe on SR 61 Worship Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. 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. Gary Watson, Pastor Catholic 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 CST). Check church bulletin for sched- ule of services. Wednesdays: Confession 5:30 p.m.; Adora- tion and Benediction at 6 p.m. and Mass at 6:30 p.m.; Sunday Mass: 8 a.m. The Holy Rosa- Christmas Christmas time time BRENTON CHAPEL CHURCH of CHRIST SUNDAY SERVICE TIMES: Sunday School ������������������� 10 a�m� Worship ������������������������� 10:30 a�m� Night Worship ��������������������� 6 p�m� 1194 E. C.R. 400 N. (PRIDES CREEK ROAD) PETERSBURG East of Prides Creek Park ELDERS: Ross Williams 812-789-6444 • Tony Sims 812-582-2319 CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE Every good and perfect Gi is from above, coming down from the Father of the Heavenly Lights. James 1:17 ry is prayed at 7:30 a.m., be- fore Mass. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mr. Gary Keepes, Deacon STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg 812-354-6942 Email: frenner@evdio.org Facebook: Sts. Peter and Paul and Blessed Sacrament Catholic Churches Masses: (Latin for Mis- sion—to spread the Gospel: Schedule (All times EST) — Check Church bulletin for schedule of services. Thurs- day Mass: 10 :30 a.m.; Satur- day Mass 5:30 p.m., begin- ning Nov. 5 starting at 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Mass: 11 a.m. CCD and adult Bible study is on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Rec- onciliation) 30 minutes before each Mass. Fr. Frank Renner, Pastor Rev. Mr. Gary Keepes, Deacon Christian 1ST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 812-354-6775 (Office) 941-730 -6324 (Dennis Randall) Adult Bible study at 9:30 a.m.; praise and worship at 10 :30 a.m. and children's wor- ship at 10 :45. Come as you are to a wonderful time of exalt- ing God. Dennis Randall, Minister VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56, Otwell Sunday morning worship and the Lord's Supper at 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school at 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship at 6:30 p.m. You are welcome to worship and study with us. John Manges, Minister WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH Corner of Lafayette and Walnut Pastor 812-753-3539 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to our services. Dr. Robert Asa, Minister