The Press-Dispatch

C-4 Wednesday, May 7, 2014 The Press-Dispatch The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, May 7, 2014 C-5 H Church news continued from page 4 H Church news continued from page 1 PAWS pet of the week "Cats are like greatness: Some peo- ple are born into cat-loving families, some achieve cats, and some have cats thrust upon them"—William H.A. Carr. This week PAWS is featuring a debu- tante named Nancy, who showed up on the Reagan's doorstep one morning and they knew they needed to find a home for her, but not before giving her the name Nancy. It turned out to be quite a good name for the young feline as she has many of the characteristics of the former first lady. Nancy is very eloquent, and wants to look her best, and has a very confident air about her. She likes to perch herself on the desk in the office and read what- ever reading material is left there. She is a beautiful long-haired tabby with hues of black and apricot fur, and has a plumed tail that she carries high over her back. Nancy would prefer being the only cat. She is approximately one year old, spayed and ready for adoption. To adopt Nancy, call 812-354-9894. this week PaWs is featuring a beautiful long-haired tabby, who is very eloquent, has a confident air about her, and is hoping to catch someone's attention and be adopted. to adopt nancy, call 812-354- 9894. abUnDant life UniteD Pentecostal chUrch 409 south fourth st. Petersburg "Where life is more than just living! " Morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Thursday Bible study 7 p.m. Allen Lich, Pastor ayrshire valley G.b. chUrch Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Eric Hill, assistant; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6:30 p.m.; Wednes- day evening Bible study and prayer meeting 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 11—Rev. Roy Helms will be our guest speaker for the evening ser- vice at 6:30 p.m. Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doeth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life" (Prov- erbs 31:10 -12). For devotions, read Prov- erbs 31. If possible, attend church with your mother. If not, let her know how much you love her and appreciate all her kind words and deeds throughout the year. You are welcome to wor- ship with us in any of our services. Alec Hensley, Pastor Eleanor Bellamy, Report- er bethel G.b. chUrch Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; all Wednesday evening ac- tivities 6:30 p.m. except the Amber Manor service at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 7—We'll continue the study of II Sam- uel 21-24, and I Chronicles 20 :1-4 and 21. Wednesday, May 14— We'll have our regular monthly business meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thought of the Week— I've found a little remedy to ease the life we live and make each day a happier one: It's in the word "For- give"—Anon. Bob Deel, Pastor Alan Christmas, Reporter 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 christian holiness chUrch 1252 st. rd. 57 s. Located six miles be- tween Petersburg and Oak- land City junction. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Thursday prayer meeting 7 p.m. We extend a warm wel- come to everyone. Rick Walburn, Pastor first chUrch of GoD 2135 east Main street Petersburg Sunday services 9:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; children's church 10 a.m.; Wednesday night Bible study at 6 p.m. Work day at the church will be Saturday, May 10 from 8 a.m. to noon. Mother and Child Ban- quet is planned for Satur- day May 10 at 6 p.m., at the church. Come and join us during any of our services. Josh Bowers, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter first U.M. chUrch 801 e. Walnut Petersburg Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m.; fellowship 10 :25 - 10 :40 a.m.; Sunday school 10 :40 -11:30 a.m.; choir prac- tice, Wednesday evening. "Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all persever- ance and supplication for all saints" (Ephesians 6:18). Perseverance in prayer can be a challenge. A dear friend taught me some great lessons about prayer. She never gave up on her prayers. She never seemed anxious or questioned whether God heard her. She was persistent, patient, and confident. She was wise enough to know what I am still learning: God answers prayers in His time, not ours. When she went to be with the Lord, I thought about all those unanswered prayers. Then I realized the truth: just because she is with the Lord doesn't mean He has stopped answering the prayers she prayed. I saw one of those answers re- cently. Her perseverance in prayer then is still making a difference today. Father, may I persevere in prayer and trust Your timing. Taken in part from Open Windows. See you in church next Sunday. Mel Camp, Pastor GleZen G.b. chUrch Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. This Wednesday night will be our monthly business meeting at 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. Paul understood that sin binds those who have not found Christ so they think there is no way out of their sin, guilt and shame. But as Jesus said, He came to give sight to the blind, so they can see Him and find free- dom. As we share Him through our words and actions, we shine the light of His truth and freedom into the world's darkness, and echo His mes- sage and missions. "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life" ( John 8:12). Eddie Willis, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter GleZen revival center Sunday school, Phillip Sharp, superintendent, Rick Jones, adult class teach- er 9:30 a.m.; Sunday wor- ship service and children's church 10 :15 a.m.; Sunday evening service and youth worship in Life Center, both at 6 p.m.; Wednesday eve- ning Christian Education and youth class in Family Life Center at 7 p.m., class- es for all age groups. Thursday, May 8 —Moth- er's Day celebration in the Life Center at 6:30 p.m. Theme is "Tie Me to Your Apron Strings." The dinner will be catered for $5 per person. To register, give money to Dana Blackwell or Joy Wiscaver by May 5. Women's Exercise Work- out is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 p.m. in the Life Center. Cost $2 per per- son. June 16 -20 —Vacation Bi- ble School. We would like to give each family a CD of VBS for their children. Do- nations may be made to Rae Ann Brock, Vicky Phillips or Joy Wiscaver. Visitor Contest will begin May 11 and end August 10. Contest is for children and adults. June 26 -28 —Spirit Song for the youth at Kings Is- land. There will be several Christian bands perform- ing. Tickets include entry to Kings Island and the con- certs. Deadline to register for early bird tickets is May 19. Anyone wanting to at- tend either or both events, see Andrea Sharp, Michae- la Nordoff, or Joy Wiscaver. July 25 -27—Youth Con- ference with Perry Stone's Youth Ministry—Refor- mation Weekend at OCI in Cleveland, Tenn. For devotions, read Prov- erbs 7:1-3. See our Facebook page Glezen Revival Center, with the profile picture of our sanctuary. Website: grcent- er.net—E-mail address: glezenrevivalcenter@ya- hoo.com. Everybody welcome to all services. Jerry Blackwell, Interim Pastor Billie Grubb, 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 lun- cheons the third Tuesday of each month 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The community of Good Shepherd United Method- ist Church exists to glorify God through Jesus Christ our Lord. As a body of be- lievers, we pledge ourselves to allow the Holy Spirit to develop within us maturi- ty 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 wor- ship with us. The Good Shepherd takes care of His sheep. Douglas Low, Minister Gr ace 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. Rocky Wrye, Pastor hollanD UniteD MethoDist chUrch 205 n. 2nd avenue Sunday school 9 a.m.; Graduate reception 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 a.m.; Tuesday, Child pro- tection guidelines commit- tee meeting 6 p.m.; men's softball—Holland vs. Hunt- ingburg UMC/Salem 7 p.m.; Wednesday, choir practice 7:15 p.m. Joe Kamman, Pastor Logan McCullough, Asso- ciate Pastor hUntinGbUrG holiness chUrch Sunday morning service and Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday prayer and praise 7 p.m.. Everyone is always wel- come. For information or trans- portation phone 354-4273 for a ride. Brent S. Myers, Pastor iMManUel baPtist chUrch 219 West Main street Petersburg Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :40 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, prayer and Bi- ble study 6:30 p.m.; Thurs- day, church visitation 5 p.m. "It is God who works in you, both to will and to do His good pleasure" (Philip- pians 2:13). Larry Barr, Pastor 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 chil- dren 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. Mother with a mission Catherine Booth, wife of Salvation Army founder William Booth, was said to have read the Bible through eight times before age 12. In 1855, she married William, a Methodist minister, keeping the wedding simple so more money could go toward min- istry. Breaking with tradition, Catherine became active in the church, speaking in meetings and giving pub- lic testimony. While raising eight children, she raised funds for her work, which included helping alcoholics get their lives on track. Upon her death, this "Mother of the Salvation Army" received high praise from her husband. "To me she has been made of God, never-failing sympathy, re- liable wisdom and unvar- nished truth," said William Booth. "In short, all that is noble and good; and conse- quently a tower of strength, a mine of wealth, and an ev- er flowing fountain of com- fort and joy." Office hours: 9-noon, Monday-Friday. Phone: 354- 6844. Boyd Heldring, Pastor Amy Melhiser, Secretary Mt. olive G.b. chUrch hwy. 56, cato Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10 :30 a.m. Sunday, May 11 is Moth- er's Day. Remember in prayer—the sick and lonely, our country, the leaders of our country, our servicemen and wom- en, and their families, our churches, friends and neigh- bors. If you don't have a church of choice, you are always welcome to our services. Bob Strain, Pastor Katherine Burkhart, Re- porter oaKlanD city fUll GosPel Service times: Sundays 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Oakland City time. Guest speakers: Larry Jones, May 18, morning; Ed Hall, evening; Rev. Pat Mc- Candless, May 25, evening, (correction from last week's note) no evening service on Mother's Day, May 11. Remember: Women's Bi- ble study at Rumbletown Free Methodist, every sec- ond and fourth Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., Oakland City time. True friends are those that encourage you to be all that God wants you to be. Recognize the type of in- fluence "your" friends have over you. Inquiries: 812-789-6194 or 812-766 -9363 Henry W. Nelson, Pastor Elaine W. Young, Reporter otWell contenDers of faith Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer and Bible study meet- ing 7 p.m. William Breidenbaugh, Pastor PatoK a Grove U.M. chUrch 1325 W. co. rd. 475 s. Winslow Church 9:30 a.m. and Sun- day school 10 :30 a.m. The Proverbs 31 woman is described as a woman who is clothed with "strength and dignity." She is not a door- mat, but a woman of strong character, great wisdom, many skills, and great com- passion. Her strength and dignity don't come from her amazing achievements but from her reverence for God. In our world, much em- phasis is placed on physi- cal appearance but the at- tractiveness of the Prov- erbs 31 woman comes en- tirely from her character. This is the kind of woman God desires. God bless you and have a wonderful Moth- er's Day. Join us May 18 for an "old fashioned" luncheon after church. Everyone is wel- come. Larry Stoops, Pastor Stacy McLain, Reporter PetersbUrG chUrch of the naZarene 118 West Pike ave. church 812-354-8851 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; youth time 5 p.m.; children's Bible quizzing 5:45 p.m.; evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday, adult Bi- ble study and prayer 7 p.m. Hope to see you in church Sunday. www.petersburgnaz.net Come and join us as we… Enter to worship; Leave to serve. Michael P. Elliott, Pastor Home 812-354-6351 PetersbUrG holiness chUrch 5317 n. Knox road Phone 354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening prayer and praise 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to all services. Chad Searls, Pastor river of life felloWshiP 342 e. cr 300 n. Petersburg Morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship and Consumed youth group 6 p.m. Wednesday evening Bi- ble study and Extreme Kids 7 p.m. If you would like a ride to and from church services, call 354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor rUMbletoWn free MethoDist chUrch 1485 n. st. rd. 57 Petersburg Adult Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; no Sunday eve- ning worship; Tuesday Bible study 6:30 p.m. "If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves, and pray and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heav- en, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land" (II Chronicles 7:14 NIV ). A promise made long ago, but still relevant today. Want a better life, a better coun- try? Return to God. We in- vite you to come worship the living Savior with us this and every Sunday. The Rumbletown Church is located three and one half miles south of Petersburg on Indiana State Road 57. Church—812-354-8312 Jim Harrell, Pastor sPUrGeon UniteD MethoDist chUrch Sunday morning wor- ship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m. Pray daily for those on our prayer list. "Do not be rash with your mouth, and let not your heart utter anything hasti- ly before God" (Ecclesias- tes 5:2). Words spoken rashly do more harm than good. Everyone welcome. Honna Schloss, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter the chUrch alive WorshiP center 506 n. 9th st. Petersburg Sunday morning worship at 10 a.m. and Wednesday night worship at 7 p.m. If you are looking for a Full Gospel Church that be- lieves in the Gifts of the Spir- it in operation, and teaches the Five Fold Ministry is needed for the perfecting of the Saints, then Pastor Mark and First Lady Sandy would like to welcome you to come and join us. "But I tell you, on the day of judgment men will have to give account for every idle word they speak" (Matthew 12:36). An idle word is a word that is useless. It's a word that does nothing. If it does any- thing at all, it usually hurts somebody. To a large de- gree, the lives we have now are the results of thoughts we've meditated on in the past and words we've spo- ken. It's not due to bad luck or the devil. Much of it is re- lated to the way we think and speak. If we realize we're think- ing fruitless thoughts, we can change our thoughts by speaking what we want to think. For example, if I find myself thinking people don't treat me right, I can inter- rupt that thought pattern by thinking and speaking, the people in my life are not per- fect, but I am not either, and I am blessed in many ways. Choose wise thoughts and words. Choose to speak pos- itive, faith-filled words that agree with God. Hope to see you in Church. Mark Davis, Pastor Greg Davis, Assoc. Pastor and Music Director Vickie Robling, Reporter vincent christian chUrch 8264 e. state rd. 56 Morning worship and Lord's Supper 9:30 a.m.; Bi- ble school 10 :30 a.m.; eve- ning worship 6:30 p.m. You are encouraged to attend these services. Mother's Day This Sunday is Mother's Day and we plan to honor each mother with a gift. This Sunday we will have a guest speaker for the morning service. Dr. Kim Gyum Bae, a missionary to Myanmar (Burma) for 20 years. Dr. Bae grew up in Korea. He is also the Asian director of Christian Disci- pleship Ministries. Come out and hear of his work in Myanmar. Because He lives. John Manges, Minister WinsloW G.b. chUrch Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and chil- dren's church at 10 :30 a.m.; youth group 4:30 to 6 p.m.; Sunday evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, adult Bible study 6:30 p.m. The first Wednesday of each month Advisory Board meeting before Bible study. Business meeting following. Everyone is invited to join us for coffee and fellow- ship at 9:20 a.m. each Sun- day morning before Sunday school. We are currently taking donations for any canned or non perishable items for the new food bank that we will be starting here at the church for any family in the church in need. Leave dona- tions in the foyer. Any ques- tions? Ask Pastor Terry or Jim Dickerson. May 7— 6 p.m. Advisory Board meeting, with busi- ness meeting to follow Bi- ble study. May 11—Happy Mother's Day. "Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised" (Proverbs 31:30). Be in prayer this week for the pastor, the lost, the sick, our church, our coun- try and leaders, and always each other. God's blessings on you this week. Try to be kind and show God's love because every- one is fighting some kind of battle. If you don't have a church home, we invite you to any of our services. Terry Beadles, Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- porter WinsloW U.M. chUrch Sunday morning wor- ship at 11:30 a.m.; Wednes- day, May 7 at 6 p.m. Admin. Board meeting in the church sanctuary with Paula May- berry, Assistant Dist. Supt. This Sunday, May 11, cele- brating Mother's Day. Sunday, May 18, celebrat- ing May's birthdays and an- niversaries immediately fol- lowing morning worship. Remember to bring a jar of peanut butter for Some- body's Place. Good advice Columbus' Mother: I don't care what you've discovered, Christopher. You could have written. Michelangelo's Moth- er: Mike, can't you paint on walls like other children? Do you have any idea how hard it is to get that stuff off the ceiling? Thomas Edison's Mother: Of course I'm proud that you invented the electric light bulb, Thomas. Now turn off that light and get to bed. Albert Einstein's Moth- er: But, Albert, it's your se- nior picture. Can't you do something about your hair? Styling gel, mousse, some- thing..? 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 eve- ning prayer and praise ser- vice 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to each service. Tim Miller, Pastor Martha Breidenbaugh, Reporter Union coMMUnity chUrch 3082 n. cr 850 W., Union Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10 :30 a.m., followed with lunch and Bi- ble study. Kevin (Genna) Easton, Pastor Pleasant riDGe G.b. chUrch Sunday school 9:30 a.m. and morning worship ser- vice 10 :30 a.m. Everyone is always welcome. We want to thank God for His mercy, love, and an- swered prayer. Continue to pray for one another, the un- saved, the prayer list, for all who are traveling, for the sick and needy, for the ones in hospitals and nursing homes, for the military and their families, our President and his family, and all deci- sions that are made. Remem- ber to pray for our country and our religious freedoms. We want to extend our sympathy to anyone who has lost a loved one. Everyone needs to repent and get back to God if they want God to bless America. We need to follow God in obedience. The Bible tells us He wants obedience not sacrifice. When we do something wrong, sin...we need to ask for God's forgiveness and turn away from sin. We need to be praying for our country and for one another. "And we know that all things work to- gether for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). Remember: The best way to break a bad habit is to drop it. Have a great week. Dale Frederick, Pastor Lois K. Fowler, Reporter Parishioner's advice to the pastor: circa 1980's By E.C. Newton (deceased) submitted by Paul Newton Don't be slothful in your ministry! We—I am a member of your audience and I sit be- fore you in silent despera- tion this morning. I am a se- nior citizen, my wife is not well. My youngest sister has been hospitalized several times the last few months and her outlook is doubtful. I am blue and depressed. I have learned to hide my feel- ings so deeply that I almost fool myself. So preacher, when I sit in front of you on Sunday morn- ing, I don't want to hear all your family doings over the week. I do not want to share a few thoughts you gleaned on Saturday night. I do not want to be amused by a few off side jokes. I hurt, I want to hear of something sooth- ing and healing to the soul. My question to you is the same one asked of God's prophet Jeremiah 37:17. Is there any word from the Lord? arthUr G.b. chUrch Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and chil- dren's church 10 :30 a.m.; Business meeting third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Join us this Sunday after- noon at 4 p.m. for the Pike Central Swing Choir in con- cert. Refreshments will be served following the perfor- mance. We are remembering in prayer those in our church who are battling serious ill- nesses and those who have lost loved ones. We know we have a God who answers prayers and we know He will keep us in perfect peace no matter what our circum- stances are, if we stay fo- cused on Him. "The mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace" (Romans 8:6). "First keep the peace within yourself, then you can also bring peace to oth- ers"—Thomas Kemps. We invite you to join us in worship. Kyle Moore, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter first christian chUrch 1400 e. Main street Petersburg 812-354-8591 Sunday worship servic- es: Sunday school 9:30 a.m. and Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m., with John Paul Howard preaching from "The Story" chapter 11, from Shepherd to King. No second Sunday wor- ship as this is Mother's Day. Have a nice day with your Mothers. Jack Howard, Minister hoUse of Mercy We welcome those that are hurting, despondent, have no joy, or cannot find peace. We are a family orient- ed church with open arms, hearts to receive and touch through the preaching and teaching of God's Word. The Church is Pentecostal and we love Jesus. Services are 10 a.m. Sun- day morning with teen and children's classes at 10 :45 a.m.; Thursday night ser- vice at 7 p.m. Every fourth Sunday of the month we minister in song and the Word of God at Amber Manor in Peters- burg at 2 p.m. Habakkuk 2:4 states that the just ( justified just as you did not sin) shall live by his faith. I Corinthians says that we walk by faith, not by sight. God is call- ing us to live by faith (be- lieve and trust) in what Je- sus accomplished at Calva- ry. He spoke the words, "It is finished," meaning that He paid the price for our salva- tion, healing, deliverance, in other words, Victory. The same faith you had when you accepted Jesus as your Savior is the same faith to receive the promises that the Bible says belongs to a child of God. Just say these words, " Lord, help my unbe- lief, help me to believe (have faith). Turn your eyes upon Jesus. Unto God be the glory. George Bruce, Pastor Youth Rally, Friday, May 16 at PCHS The "We Are More" youth rally will be hosted by the Pike Central FCA, Friday, May 16, from 6 -10 p.m. in the high school auditorium. There will be food, prizes, guest speaker Adam Seitz, and music by Michael Cochren. Come out and have a night of fun and free- dom. Everything is absolutely free. This is a night for our generation. This is a night to become world changers. Second Time Around Laundromat & Tanning Salon OPEN: Wed. - Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat.- Sun. 10am-4pm, Closed Mon. and Tues. (812) 766-3453 ATTENTION: SECONd TiME ArOuNd LAuNdrOMAT ANd TANNiNg SALON WiLL bE CLOSiNg dOWN JuNE 1, 2014. Anyone who has a tanning package needs to come in and use up their tans by June 1. There will be no refunds given. I want to thank all my customers for the last five years. We will miss each and every one of you. Thank you, Tom & Nancy Miley neW liberty G.b. chUrch coe Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Ryan Edrington, Superin- tendent, Rev. Gary Pancake, Assistant; Sunday morning worship 10 :30 a.m. We appreciated all who attended and took part in our service on Sunday. Rev. Pancake had a great ser- mon about how Jesus is the answer to all of our needs. Call on Him. He is always listening. Mother's Day committee is getting ready for a spe- cial program on May 11. Program will begin at 10 :30 a.m. The Pike County Youth Rally for Christ will be at Pike Central on Friday, May 16. Michael Cochren and others will be involved. Our youth will participate in the 30 Hour Famine be- ginning at 6 p.m., Friday, May 16, and ending Satur- day, May 17, at noon. They will be taking pledges to help fight the war on hunger. May 17 is Armed Forces Day. Remember our Armed Forces, not only today, but every day. Help out our sister church in Spurgeon on Saturday, May 17, for the Method- ist church Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser from 4-8 p.m. EST, at the park in Spur- geon. Church Council will meet, Sunday, May 18, at 6 p.m., at the church. May 24 the men and boys will be going to the Military museum in Vincennes. They will meet at the church at 10 a.m. for their outing. Memorial Day is Monday, May 26. Be sure you remem- ber those who have gone be- fore us. Also, donate to the local cemetery if you can. Your donations are what keep the cemetery mowed and looking its best. With the interest rates as low as they are, and the cost of mowing more, they will ap- preciate your help. Pike Central will hold its graduation ceremonies fol- lowing the last day of school, May 30 at 7 p.m. EST. Come join us at our ser- vices. Everyone is welcome. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Ivan Mason, Reporter ARVIN'S LAWN & LANDSCAPING CONTACT: ( 812 ) 254-9162 SERVICES: • Landscape Design and Construction. • Lawn Fertilizing—Overseeding • Weed-Grubb-Mole Control • Mulching & Shrub Trimming Pregnant... or think you are? Call:1-877-257-1084 or Locally Call: 1-812-354-2814 • Free pregnancy testing • Free counseling and info. on pregnancy options. • Confi dential counseling for women & men who are suff ering from post-abortion syndrome. • Residential Care • Health and assistance referrals. • Training and education. • Assistance in getting baby and maternity clothes washpcc@sbcglobal.net www.washingtonpregnancycenter.com Happy Mother's Day. "May she who gave you birth be happy" (Proverbs 23:25). "You made all the deli- cate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother's womb" (Psalm 139:13). Terry Kamman, Pastor Devara Krause, Reporter PetersbUrG free MethoDist chUrch We appreciate Jan, Chel- sea, Betty and Steve for helping serve breakfast to our Petersburg Elementary teachers and staff on Mon- day, and also everyone who prepared a dish. Our Kid's Hope mentoring program likes to honor our school workers every year for their hard work and dedication. Summer is a busy time and our schedules are fill- ing up. Friday, May 9, will be a girls' night out at 6:30 p.m. I know Kim and Lo- ri have worked hard to put this together. I hope you can make it. June 7 is the Holy Open Golf Scramble. Let us know if you would like to enter a team. We have scheduled our VBS for June 16 -20. The program starts at 6 p.m. and ends at 8:30 p.m. Also, we have set our 90th Anniver- sary Celebration for Sunday morning, October 5. I hope you will join us for this cel- ebration. Normal weekly schedule is as follows: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m., with morning worship following at 10 :15 a.m.; Sunday night at 6 p.m., we have a casual evening service; Monday at 6:30 p.m. the Study Buddies meet in the new fellowship hall and an exercise group meets in the old fellowship hall. Wednesday evening our children and youth min- istries start at 6:30 p.m.; Thursday at 3:30 p.m. the Knitwits meet to knit and crochet. Peace and joy in the Lord. Mark Schlechty, Pastor livinG faith chUrch international P.o. box 556 Petersburg 812-809-4544 www.livingfc.org Living Faith is currently meeting at the Old Peters- burg Gym on Walnut St. in Petersburg. Sunday morning 10 a.m.; Sunday evening Bible study 6 p.m.; Sunday evening youth ministry 6 p.m. at Es- teem Coffee Shop on Main Street. the story continues "The former account I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, until the day in which He was taken up, after He through the Holy Spirit had given command- ments to the apostles whom He had chosen" (Acts 1:1-2). "You are our epistle writ- ten in our hearts, known and read by all men" (II Corin- thians 3:2). The writer of Acts was Luke. He had written the Gospel of Luke detailing the life of Jesus and he con- tinues the story with the life and ministry of the Apostles. Jesus made a statement in the book of John 14... "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father. And what- ever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Fa- ther may be glorified in the Son. If you ask anything in My name, I will do it." So, if we believe on Jesus, we can do what He did and greater because He goes to the Father. Why does that matter? Because 10 days after Jesus ascended in- to heaven, He sent the Ho- ly Spirit so that we could be baptized in Him and re- ceive power to do the things Jesus did and on a greater scale because Jesus could only be in one place at a time while on earth. Now with the power of the Holy Spirit fill- ing His church, we can be Je- sus all over the earth at the same time! The point is that the story of Acts didn't stop with chap- ter 28. We are the living epis- tles or letters of our Lord to the earth. The story of what God is doing in the earth continues with us, His body. We contin- ue the work that the Apos- tles started in the Book of Acts and we take His love, power, and message to peo- ple of the world. Let's go and tell the mes- sage of His love to everyone! More information at www. livingfc.org or call 812-809 - 4544. Don and Christina Priest, Senior Pastors John and Julie Marron, Youth Pastors Dave and Peggy Smith, Music Ministers Bring in this ad to receive $ 25 CASH Toward products or services on your next visit!* J. Clay Bigham, O.D. Jeffrey D. Irvin, O.D. Adam J. Russ, O.D. Heather R. Russ, O.D. 251 N. MaiN Street, OaklaNd City 812-749-3700 *Certain restrictions apply. For production or service at Oakland City Eyecare only. Not redeemable for cash. continued on page 5 coloring contest Winslow elementary student council sponsored a coloring contest for the kindergarten through second grade students. Winners of the contest received a Walmart gift card. they were second grade winner colton hickman, first grade winner Kaitlyn clark, Kindergarten winner brooklyn bount and Pre- school winner Kadon hickman.

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