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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, December 4, 2013 ★ Church news Continued from page 6 Otwell Wesleyan Church Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m.; evening worship service 6:30 p.m. Tuesday morning women's Bible study at the fellowship hall 10 a.m. Youth group every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the fellowship hall. All area youth are invited to attend. Fun time with Margie will be 2 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month at the Otwell Senior Housing. God's Christmas Gift Christmas is a time when nearly every person's thoughts turn to gifts and giving. Some of us may open our gifts on Christmas morning while others may open them on Christmas Eve. There may be a few that will wait to a later date to open them, but every gift is given with one purpose, and that is that it will be opened by the one who receives it. Giving one another gifts has been a part of the Christmas celebration for many years. It symbolizes the love we have for each other, and it is a reminder that God loved us so much that He gave a wonderful gift for each one of us. Consider the greatest gift of all—God's Christmas gift to all of us. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16). Have a blessed day. We invite all of you to come and worship with us. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter main street presbyterian church 10th and Main Streets, Petersburg Sunday school 9:15 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. We have a nursery for children up to the age of seven and we also have a van route in Petersburg to pick anyone up. Come visit us, our doors are always open to you. Advent season This starts the beginning of the Advent season. The word Advent means "coming" or "arrival." The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and the anticipation of the return of Christ the King. Advent also symbolizes the spiritual journey of individuals and a congregation, as they affirm that Christ has come, that He is present in the world today, and that He will come again in power. The beginning of Advent is a time for the hanging of the green, decoration of the church with evergreen wreaths, boughs, or trees that help to symbolize the new and everlasting life brought through Jesus Christ. The Advent wreath is a circular evergreen wreath with five candles, four around the wreath and one in the center. There are three purple or blue, one pink, and one white in the center. First candle lit means, Hope, second Love, third Joy, fourth Peace and finally the one in the center is the Christ Candle. It is lit on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. You can also do this in your home each Sunday to teach your children the importance of the Christmas season. Office hours: 9-noon, Monday-Friday. Phone: 3546844. Boyd Heldring, Pastor Amy Melhiser, Secretary Petersburg Holiness Church 5317 N. Knox Road Phone 354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.; mt. olive g.b. evening service 6:30 p.m.; church Wednesday evening prayer Hwy. 56, Cato and praise 7 p.m. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Everyone is welcome to all worship service 10:30 a.m. services. If you are not attending Chad Searls, Pastor church anywhere, you are always welcome to our servincent christian vices at anytime. church Remember in prayer our 8264 E. State Rd. 56 churches, our country and Morning worship and the leaders of our country, Lord's Supper 9:30 a.m.; Bi- that they will make the right ble school 10:30 a.m.; eve- decisions for all. Remember ning worship 6:30 p.m. You the sick and lonely, our serare invited to take part in vice men and women, and these services. those on our prayer list. Epigrams Bob Strain, Pastor "To sin by silence when Katherine Burkhart, they should protest makes Reporter cowards of men."—Abraham Lincoln. winslow u.m. "Life is tragic to him who Church has plenty to live on and Sunday morning worship nothing to live for." at 10:15 a.m. Special Christ"There cannot be two mas music by Jacey Fears. masters and one supreme This Sunday following loyalty." morning worship, we will Jesus said, "No man can have our Holiday dinner. serve two masters; for either Meat and drinks will be he will hate the one and love furnished. Bring a covered the other, or else he will be dish. Don't miss a delicious loyal to the one and despise meal and fellowship. the other. You cannot serve On Birthday/Anniversay God and man" (Matthew Sunday each month, bring 6:24). a jar of peanut butter. SomeBecause He lives. body's Place is in need of John Manges, Minister peanut butter. Place jars on pew in foyer and Devara will zoar united methodist church deliver. Gift 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 As Christmas season is Sunday morning worship service 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.; upon us, we find ourselves Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; reflecting on the past year children's Christmas party and are reminded to truly noon; Monday, First Place appreciate those who have Bible study 6:19 p.m.; Board helped shape ourselves, our of Trustees meeting 7 p.m. families and our businesses. Christmas is a wonderful Tuesday, Bible study 10 time to spread not only good a.m.; UMW Christmas party 7 p.m.; Wednesday, EPIC cheer and tidings, but also to youth group 6 p.m.; Thurs- spread the word of our Savior-Jesus Christ. The greatday, Bible study 7 p.m. est gift of all was delivered Joe Kamman, Pastor Logan McCullough, Asso- in a manger, NOT a sleigh. Wally Cullen, Lay Speaker ciate Pastor Devara Krause, Reporter glezen revival center Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Phillip Sharp, superintendent, Rick Jones adult class teacher; Sunday worship service and children's church 10:15 a.m.; Sunday evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening church service and youth class in Life Center 7 p.m., classes for all age groups. Jesus warns against mere profession of salvation Jesus said, "Not everyone that saith unto me Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say unto me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me ye that work iniquity" (Matthew 7:21-23). Jesus died for our sins on the cross and told us to be born again of the Holy Spirit, to serve God and obey God's Word. We should love God in our heart, not just have a religion. God is love. Jesus loves you. Church website:www. glezenrevivalcenter@yahoo. comChurch website: www. glezenrevivalcenter.net. Jerry Blackwell, Interim Pastor Billie Grubb, Reporter Grace g.b. church Union Street, Winslow Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Bible study 6 p.m. Les Coomer, Pastor Cup Creek G.B. Church State Road 257 just north of State Road 64 Sunday activities: Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Donna Russell; Sunday school Superintendent; morning worship 10:30 a.m., Jeff Crowe Pastor and Rich Russell Associate Pastor; children church 11:05 a.m., Amber Riesenbeck, Julie Riesenbeck and Beth Goeppner, youth leader, adult Bible study, youth group and Noah's Park 6 p.m. November Deacon of the month: Edward Uppencamp and Trustee of the month: Ray Wellmeyer. This past Sunday was our annual Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. Specials at the morning worship were: Choir "Manger Medley, Julie Riesenbeck "The Rebel Jesus." Upcoming Events: Christmas play, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. at the Lockhart Community Center, in Stendal. Dec. 14—From 4-9 p.m., Baby Sitting Fundraiser at Fellowship Hall. Dec. 15—5:30 p.m., Business meeting. Dec. 20—6 p.m., Christmas Caroling at the Waters Nursing Home, in Huntingburg. Dec. 22—2:30 p.m., Nursing Home service at the Waters Nursing Home, in Huntingburg. Dec. 24—5 p.m., Christmas service. Dec. 29—Singspiration service 5 p.m.; Fellowship 6 p.m. If you seek evidence of fear within the world, the world will provide you with your fill. But, instead have faith beyond your fear, and you shall reap the abundance God has for you. A special appreciation goes out to Mike and Janet Vaughn for their donation to C-5 This week PAWS is featuring a lively young gal named Lacey, who is getting all excited about Christmas. To adopt Lacey, call 354-9894. PAWS pet of the week "I always find it endearing when a Labrador, that most mature and dignified of breeds on the surface, reveals the puppyishness which is never far beneath"—Gerald Hammond. This week PAWS is featuring a lively young gal named Lacey, who wanted to be right in the middle of the action when volunteers began getting out the Christmas decorations at the shelter. She was happy to wear some antlers our flea market. They were instrumental in our success this fall. Remember those on our prayer list, Missionaries and our Military Troops. Jeff Crowe, Pastor Lisa Clark, Reporter FIRST U.M. CHURCH 801 E. Walnut Petersburg Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m.; fellowship 10:2510:40 a.m.; Sunday school 10:40-11:30 a.m.; choir practice on Wednesday evening. Remember the Holiday Dinner here at church following the services next Sunday morning, December 8. "Certainly God has heard me; He has attended to the voice of my prayer" (Psalm 66:19). "When we pray, the Lord hears our words and knows our hearts. Truly we can say with the psalmist, 'Blessed be God, who has not turned away my prayer, nor His mercy from me!' (v.20). Our prayers become the avenue to a deeper relationship with Him. At all times, even in our hours of deepest need, He attends to our words"— David McCasland. "My Savior hears me when I pray, upon His Word I calmly rest; In His own time, in His own way, I know He'll give me what is best"— Hewitt. We always have God's attention. Taken in part from Our Daily Bread. See you in church next Sunday. Mel Camp, Pastor adorned with Christmas lights to get into the Christmas spirit. In fact, she acted like a child who couldn't wait to see what was in the boxes that were being opened. Lacey is a 16-month-old Yellow Lab who has short, soft fur with a hint of white fur on all four paws. She has warm brown eyes and a personality that will melt your heart. Lacey is spayed and ready to find her perfect family. To adopt Lacey, call 354-9894. New Liberty G.B. Church Coe Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Ryan Edrington, Superintendent, Rev. Gary Pancake, Assistant; Sunday morning worship 10:30 a.m. It was a great day to be at New Liberty on Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. Pancake went on vacation to New York to visit Josh and his family. Ryan Edrington brought us an inspiring message based on "The Sermon on the Mount." If you get a chance, read Matthew 5, 6 and 7. What a wonderful message. As we begin December, remember Pearl Harbor on December 7. On December 7, Ruby will host "Christmas at the Pastor's Wife's House" beginning at 4 p.m. Bring finger foods and join us for a time of fellowship. We will have our "Hanging of the Green" service on Sunday evening, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. This is always a wonderful service. Church council meeting at 6 p.m. on Sunday evening, Dec. 15, at the church. Pike County's Christmas break begins following classes on December 20. The first day of winter will be December 21. Christmas program Sunday, Dec. 22, at 10:30 a.m. Come and join us as we celebrate our Savior's Birth. Don't forget all of those who are on our prayer request list. It seems to grow each week. May the power of the Lord touch the hearts of His people—Amen. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always looking for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Ivan Mason, Reporter Oakland City Full Gospel 124 West Washington Service times: Sunday 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Oakland City time. Speakers for Sunday evenings: Elaine Young, Dec. 8; Pastor Nelson, Dec. 15; Rev. Pat McCandless, Dec. 22 and Allen Brock, Dec. 29. Monday, Dec. 9 at 1 p.m. we will be decorating the church. Bring some cookies for fellowship. Sunday morning, December 22, candlelight communion. In these days when God's morals are being rejected, beloved we must hold fast to the only truth. The Word of God. Don't get confused with the facts. The facts are never the full truth and sometimes facts, as we as mere flesh know them, have no truth. The truth is, Jesus was born. The truth is Jesus was crucified. The truth is He still lives and went to prepare a place for you and me. But we must hold fast to the truth. Jesus is Lord and King. Don't get confused by the facts. Inquiries: 789-6194; 7669363 Henry W. Nelson, Pastor Elaine W. Young, Reporter Continued on page 8 2013 Snowflake ChriStmaS Parade downtown PrinCeton event SChedule - 2-4Pm • carriage rides around the courthouse • photos with Frosty the Snowman in the gazebo • enjoy Kettle corn and hot cider in the gazebo lighted Snowflake Parade beginS at 5 P.m. immediately following the Parade • photos with Santa in the new Santa house on the west side of the square • Live music by the holiday brass in the gazebo Organized by: additional hourS for Saturday, Dec. 14 1-3pm Saturday, Dec. 21 1-3pm in cOOperatiOn with: GibsonCommerce County Chamber of