The Press-Dispatch
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C-4 The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, December 11, 2013 ★ Church news Continued from page 1 Brenton Chapel Church of Christ 1194 E. Co. Rd. 400 N. Prides Creek Road, Petersburg Sunday morning Bible classes 10 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m.; evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 7 p.m.. George Fiscus, Minister Mt. Olive G.B. Church Hwy. 56, Cato Sunday school 9:30 a.m. We will be having communion service with the 10:30 a.m. church service, followed by a short business meeting. After the meeting, soup and refreshments downstairs. Come and join us anytime, it will make your holiday extra special. Bob Strain, Pastor Katherine Burkhart, Reporter ayrshire valley g.b. church Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Eric Hill, assistant; morning worship 10:30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting 6:30 p.m. Spread peace this Christmas "And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 'Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men'" Luke 2:13, 14). Christmas is a very important time of year. It's a time of year when the whole world is hearing the message of the birth of Jesus. It's a time when people are tenderhearted...the perfect time to plant seeds of love in the lives of those you meet. Sometimes those seeds may just take the form of a kind word in the middle of rush-hour shopping. Other times you may get the opportunity to pray and minister to someone. But whatever the situation, keep a sharp eye out for even the smallest chance to assist people. Spread the word about the peace that's available in Jesus. Tell about His goodwill toward men. You are welcome to worship with us. Have a great week in the Lord. Alec Hensley, Pastor Eleanor Bellamy, Reporter pleasant grove g.b. church Spraggins Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Kathy Miller, superintendent; Michael Miller, morning speaker 10:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. Sunday school lesson for Dec. 15—Zechariah's prophecies about his son, John. Last week's trivia question and answer: Mary said that future generations would call her what? Answer: Blessed (Luke 1:48). Next week's trivia question: How did Zechariah convey that his son's name would be John? Hint—Luke. Mini message: Special sons Throughout Biblical history, there were many Godgiven announcements of the birth of a special son. Sarah was blessed with Isaac, Elizabeth with John the Baptist. Family lines and family names were important to the Jews. It was through this Jewish lineage that the most special of all the sons born would be born to the virgin girl, Mary. Jesus was born into a world of sin to overcome that sin, to ensure a plan of salvations for every man, woman and child. This special son reigns eternally and so may we. Until next week—Live in the light. Fred Faith, Deacon Kathy Miller, Reporter First Christian Church 1400 E. Main Petersburg 354-8591 Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; worship at 10:30 a.m. with Ansil Harpold, singing and preaching. Second Sunday worship at 6:30 p.m. with John Paul Howard singing contemporary music and preaching. This Sunday, Ansil Harpold, serving with American Prison Outreach-ARM Ministries, will be singing and preaching. You won't want to miss this wonderful Christian man who loves the Lord very much. Next Sunday evening, December 22, Michael Cochren will be giving his Christmas concert at 6:30 p.m. If you haven't heard him, you need to come and be blessed. Many of you have heard him and I know you'll want to be here. December 24, at 11 p.m will be our Christmas Eve service. Everyone welcome. It will be a Candlelight communion service. Jack Howard, Minister twin oaks church Sunday school, Junior church and youth class 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening prayer and praise service 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to each service. Tim Miller, Pastor Martha Breidenbaugh, Reporter Hephzibah-Lit tles G.B. Church 743 W. Co. Rd. 125 S. Petersburg Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship and children's church at 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study and Wednesday night youth group 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14—Holiday dinner at the Fellowship Hall at 5 p.m. with singing following at the church by Sacred Calling. Sunday, Dec. 15—Christmas program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec.18— Church Christmas party and gift exchange. Wednesday, Dec. 25—No Bible study. Sunday, Dec. 29—Birthday and anniversary celebration with the children leading the service. Tuesday, Dec. 31—Watch night service. Keith Jenkins Sr., Pastor Jamie Jenkins, Reporter Oakland City Full Gospel 124 West Washington Service times: Sundays at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Oakland City time. First we apologize if we inconvenienced anyone last Sunday by closing, due to the weather. Sunday evening speakers: Elaine Young, Dec. 15, changed due to weather; Rev. Pat McCandless, Dec. 22; Allen Brock, Dec. 29. Sunday morning, Dec. 22 a candlelight communion service. If you have an elderly neighbor or one suffering with ill health, be sure to check on them during this time of changing weather patterns. W. W. J. D. Right? Henry W. Nelson, Pastor Elaine W. Young, Reporter Good Shepherd United Methodist Church 210 W. Harrison Street, Oakland City Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:30 a.m.; youth group meetings the last Sunday of each month 6-7 p.m.; community luncheons the third Tuesday of each month 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The community of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church exists to glorify God through Jesus Christ our Lord. As a body of believers, we pledge ourselves to allow the Holy Spirit to develop within us maturity of spirit, unity of faith, and knowledge of the Son of God, so that we may be prepared to share His love, mercy and grace through our words and actions, to a needy world. We extend an invitation to the public to come and worship with us. The Good Shepherd takes care of His sheep. Douglas Low, Minister Light house recovery center Come and be with us on Monday night at 7 p.m., with Paul and Mary Becker for the Overcomers class; Wednesday morning with Steve Kirby at 8 a.m. for the 12 step class and Thursday night at 7 p.m. and Sunday morning at 10 a.m. with Denny Wiscaver making Disciples. Saturday, Dec. 14, Gene Burkhart will be bringing the Word of God. Get what you can Some folks do not read the Bible because, they say, there are so many things in the Book that they cannot understand. It is said that these things which cannot be understood trouble them. Of course these are excuses. What does one do when he sits down to a Southernfried chicken dinner and finds there are bones in the chicken which he is unable to chew? Does he excuse himself, and say, "I can't chew the bony parts of the chicken, therefore I won't try to eat any of it?" Hardly. He merely puts the bones to one side and eats the edible part of the chicken. Why not put at least this much effort into Bible reading? One rescued sinner said, "The fact that I am alive and on my way somewhere really caused me anxious moments, until I found the answer in the Bible. When I found it, it prompted me to let the shed blood of Christ cleanse me from my sins. God saved me and gave me the assurance of it, and I began to study the Bible, digesting the parts God's Holy Spirit led me to understand, and setting the rest aside, until He opened my eyes to the Truth therein. As God showed me the answers, my worship of Him increased naturally. Oh, indispensable is the Book of books." Bob Shepherd, Reporter PAWS pet of the week What is that? There are no feathers. No bells. What do you do with it? It's Frosty the Snowman. This week PAWS is featuring an inquisitive little kitten named Oreo, who seemed enthralled by all the snow that fell this past week, even though he didn't get to venture out to play in it. This spirited little guy is always looking for a new adventure, which is of utmost priority to most growing kittens. 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. "Wise men...came to Jerusalem, saying 'Where is He who has been born King of the Jews?'" (Matthew 2:1-2 NKJV. It's said that the three most sought-out words on the Internet today are work, sex and God. Work addresses our need for security; sex addresses our need for companionship and intimacy; God addresses our need to be forgiven, to experience peace and joy, and understand our life's purpose on earth. Deep down we all have a need to experience something bigger than ourselves; someone capable of loving us, protecting and directing us. The good news of Christmas is, you can seek God and find Him, by coming to know Jesus as your own personal Saviour. Hosea called Israel back to God with these words: "Oh, that we might know the Lord. Let us press on to know Him. He will respond to us as surely as the arrival of dawn" (Hosea 6:3, NLT). Taken in part from The Word for you Today. See you in church next Sunday. Mel Camp, Pastor He is like a sponge soaking up each and every drop of possible understanding as he exams his new habitat at PAWS and the people who scurry in and out of it. Oreo is a short haired tabby with adorable black and white markings and is approximately eight weeks old and would be a perfect stocking stuffer for some lucky little girl or boy. To adopt, Oreo call 354-9894. Patok a Grove U.M. Church 1325 W. Co. Rd. 475 S. Winslow Church service 9:30 a.m. and Sunday school 10:30 a.m. God's people, the Israelites, witnessed many great miracles as he led them out of slavery in Egypt into "the land that flowed with milk and honey." Even after all of this, He had to warn them to not forget about him when they had gotten comfortable in this promised land. In this Christmas season, it's so easy to get caught up in the activity and buy into the materialism that the world offers and forget the true meaning of it all. "Father, we pray that we will not become so distracted that we forget your most precious gift to us, your Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. We thank you that you loved us so much that you would give us your only Son to be the Savior to the world and save us from our slavery to sin. In his name we pray—Amen." "He has sent me to comfort the broken-hearted, to announce liberty to captives and open the eyes of the blind" (Isaiah 61:1). Larry Stoops, Pastor Stacy McLain, Reporter st. john's lutheran church 6483 W. 580 N., Otwell Sunday, Dec. 15: Sunday school and adult class 9 a.m.; worship 10 a.m., Christmas Petersburg program "Room At the Inn" Holland united Holiness Church methodist church 5:30 p.m., fellowship follow5317 N. Knox Road ing program. 205 N. Second Ave. Phone 354-9446 Tuesday, Dec. 17, Bible 812-536-4862 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school classes 9 study 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.; Dec. 18, Confirmation 6:30 evening service 6:30 p.m.; a.m.; morning worship service 10 a.m.; Wednesday, p.m.; Friday, Dec. 20, Praise Wednesday evening prayer 5:30 p.m., Christmas pro- Team practice 6:30 p.m. and praise 7 p.m. Catherine Burnette, PasEveryone is welcome to all gram practice. Rev. Joe Kamman, Pastor tor services. Paula Mann, AdministraLogan McCullough, AsChad Searls, Pastor tive Assistant soc. Pastor Grace g.b. church Union Street, Winslow River Of Life Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Fellowship morning worship service 342 E. CR 300 N. 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening Petersburg Morning worship 10 a.m.; worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Sunday evening worship and Bible study 6 p.m. Les Coomer, Pastor Consumed youth group 6 p.m. winslow full Wednesday evening Bigospel church ble study and Extreme Kids 510 Main Street 7 p.m. Gospel singing and preachIf you would like a ride to and from church services, ing services on Tuesday and Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. call 354-8800. Larry Jones, Pastor Jim Gidcumb, Pastor Geneva Deen, Reporter Bring in this ad for 25 $ CASH toward products or services on your next visit!* 251 N. MaiN Street, OaklaNd City 812-749-3700 J. Clay Bigham, O.D. This week PAWS is featuring a little kitten named Oreo, who is getting into the holiday spirit by posing with Frosty the Snowman. To adopt Oreo, call 354-9894. Jeffrey D. Irvin, O.D. Adam J. Russ, O.D. Heather R. Russ, O.D. *Certain restrictions apply. For production or service at Oakland City Eyecare only. Not redeemable for cash. 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. As did many other churches in our area, our services were cancelled due to bad weather and road conditions. We hope all stayed safe and warm during the snow and ice. We will hold our "Hanging of the Green" service, Sunday morning, Dec. 15, at 10:30 a.m. We look forward to this wonderful service as Chris leads us in a time of decorating as we praise God. Everyone is welcome. Church council meeting, 6 p.m., Sunday evening, Dec. 15, at the church. Pike County's Christmas break begins following classes on December 20. The first day of winter, 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 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 St. Peter Lutheran Church Stendal Sunday school 9 a.m.; 10:15 a.m. worship, WOW Christmas Social, rescheduled; Church Council meeting; Tuesday, 7 p.m. WOW Bible study; Wednesday, 7 p.m. choir practice. Edwin H. Wicks, Pastor Continued on page 5