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C-5 Wednesday, April 4, 2012 ★ Church news Continued from page 4 CHRISTIAN HOLINESS CHURCH 1252 St. Rd. 57 S. tween Petersburg and Oak- land City junction. Sunday school 9:30; Located six miles be- morning worship 10:30; evening service 6; Thurs- day prayer meeting 7. Jesus said, "Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). No matter how deep in sin Eucharist. The Easter cele- bration has begun—the Res- urrection of Jesus from the dead. The promise of life is in our midst. It is the cen- ter of our faith. Let us cel- ebrate it. Much prayer, much pow- er! Little prayer, little pow- er! No prayer, no power!— Anonymous Why not let Jesus take you have gone, his blood has gone deeper. He died, arose and is coming again. The dawning of that day could be today. May we be ready for his appearing. We extend a warm wel- come to everyone. Rick Walburn, Pastor VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH brate Easter beginning with a Sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. followed by breakfast and than a Sunday school lesson. Everyone is invited to these services. Resurrection Sunday Resurrection Sunday 8264 E. State Rd. 56 This Sunday we will cele- commonly called Easter is the celebration of an event that fulfilled thousands of years of prophecy. The Good News, the Gos- over your life? He can do far more with it then you can.— Anonymous Parish Hall Reservation: 354-3909 David Fleck, Pastor Don Haag, Deacon Lu Froehle, Reporter school 10. Thursday, Maundy Thurs- METHODIST CHURCH Church service 9; Sunday SPURGEON UNITED day services at 7 p.m. April 7—Easter egg hunt at Spurgeon Park at 10 a.m. April 8—Sunrise service morning worship and Chil- dren's Church 10:30; Sun- day evening worship 7; Wednesday, K4J and Teen class 6:30 and Adult Bible study will be Thursday at 7 p.m. We will be studying Angels. Everyone is invited to join Sunday school 9:30; WINSLOW G.B. CHURCH us for coffee and fellowship at 9:20 each Sunday morn- ing before Sunday school. April 5—Advisory meet- ing at 6:30 p.m. with busi- ness meeting to follow Bi- ble study. April 7—Easter egg hunt at 9 a.m. April 8—Easter Sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. with Breakfast to follow. No eve- ning service. Thought For the week: Je- at 7 a.m. Because of Jesus Christ's death on the cross and His resurrection from the dead, that place of safety is avail- able. Have you run to the cross? To escape sins curse, run to the cross. Everyone welcome. Hap- py Easter! Honna Schloss, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter pel, is that "Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures" (I Corin- thians 15:3-4). Reading further in I Cor- WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH morning worship 10:30; Wednesday choir practice 6:30. April 5—Maundy Thurs- Sunday school 9:30; inthians, you find these words, "But Christ has in- deed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep . . . For as in Adam all died, so in Christ all will be made alive. But each in his own turn: Christ, the firstfruits, then, when He comes, those who belong to Him" (I Cor- inthians 15:20-23). Remember the words of Paul, "For the Lord Himself will come down from heav- en, with a loud command, with the voice of the arch- angel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first" (I Thessalonians 4:16). "You are all sons of God sus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this? (John 11:25-26). Be in prayer this week for the lost, the sick, our church and always each other. Gods 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 work on a neighborhood home in Petersburg. They are two of 22 eastern Michigan high school youths who are spending their spring break on a mis- sion trip to Petersburg. Teens for Christ director Dan Baldermann said his group is getting di- Haley Foos and Dakota Rose begin putting away their gear after a day's Spring break mission trip rection from the local Tri-Cap organization for work projects. They are stay- ing at area churches in the evenings. The organization originated from the Eastern Michigan Conference of the Free Methodist Church. ence, some were just having tears flow down their face, others speaking in their heavenly language. Then the people wanted prayer for their faith was at a new level believing for that which they needed. God did not disappoint us home we invite you to any of our services. Note the new times and days. Terry Beadles, Interim Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- day community services at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday services begin at 9 a.m. No Sunday school or later services. Remember to pray dai- ly for everyone on the April prayer list. "A soft answer turns away the final word is not death but life. Hallelujah—Christ is risen. Everyone welcome to through faith in Christ Je- sus, for all of you who were baptized (immersed) into Christ have clothed your- selves with Christ" (Gala- tians 3:26-27) It was Jesus who said, "Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life" (Revelation 2:10). John Manges, Minister STS. PETER AND PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 8th and Sycamore Petersburg p.m. It gives us the oppor- tunity to celebrate the last meal Jesus had with His dis- ciples before the crucifixion during which time he dem- onstrated the call to service by washing the feet of his disciples. Good Friday service at Holy Thursday Mass at 7 Easter Sunday, April 8 at 10 a.m. with Evangelist Matt Downs. Revival services will continue each night at 7 p.m. through Friday, April 14. There will be a nursery provided for ages 0-3 and a children's program for ages four thru fifth grade. There will also be giveaways each night and Friday night, April 14 there will be a youth activ- ity after the service. There will be no AWA- Our spring revival begins GOSPEL CENTER NA on April 8. We hope you will join us for services. If you need a ride contact the church at 354-9914 and we will get you on our van route. Kid's Choir will contin- 1 p.m. It is a day of fasting and abstinence. Fasting for those age 18-59, and absti- nence, no eating of meat, for those 14 years of age and older. This day, we re- call the Passion and Death of Jesus. It looks as though it is all over—all is lost. The Church enters into a time of mourning—a time of death. There are no Masses cele- brated during these days of grief. As a point, we cannot have a funeral Mass on Ho- ly Thursday, Good Friday or Holy Saturday. If neces- sary, we can give a simple service with a funeral Mass being celebrated later—al- so no weddings are to take place on these days. Then we come to the Eas- ter Vigil at 9 p.m. Saturday night as we begin with the lighting of the new fire, the Easter Candles, the singing of the Exsultet, the reading from the Old Testament, the singing of the Alleluia, and the blessing of the water. We continue then with the cele- bration of the Liturgy of the ue this Wednesday night. If you have a child age four thru fifth grade who likes singing and wants to learn God's word, we would love to have them join us. Kid's Choir begins at porter HOUSE OF MERCY wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger" (Proverbs 15:1). Because Christ is risen, service 10 a.m.; Children's class 10:10; Teen class 10:45; Sunday and Thurs- day night services 7. We are a Full Gospel Church that believes the fullness of the Bible. We are a Pentecostal church and truly the Spirit of the Lord is in this place. If you are looking for a Sunday morning worship come and worship. To every- one a Blessed Easter. Dr. Robert Asa, Minister church that will welcome you with open arms and heart, that has a family at- mosphere, come and see. Nursing home servic- all our services. Sunday school 9:30; 812-354-8851 church We invite you to join us in 118 West Pike Ave. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PETERSBURG and we are rejoicing for that which we experienced and for what is coming in the ser- vices ahead. Can you rejoice that Jesus is your Lord and Saviour. If you don't know Him in a personal relation- ship, have the joy of the Lord as your strength, nor have that love for Him in your life no better time than now to have it, just ask Him in- to your life, turn your eyes, and heart upon Jesus, call out His name and He will be there in your midst. Become His today and morning worship 10:30; eve- ning worship 6; Wednesday, adult Bible study/prayer 7 p.m. Easter Sunday —Com- barrier between them and the Lord, with the result that mankind became depraved, rebellious, and a natural ene- my of God. Our sinful nature couldn't redeem itself; rath- er, it had to be redeemed by something greater and pur- er. A sacrifice was required- -one that was spotless and without blemish. Because our heavenly bined services start at 10 a.m. with special singing, children's program, and a message of hope! "For no one can ever be fill that emptiness that is in your life. Be ready for that day when He comes to take His children home. There is no greater joy in life than knowing our heavenly Fa- ther and a relationship with Jesus. Pray for your neighbors, es fourth Sunday of each month at Amber Manor in Petersburg at 2 p.m. and there will be no night ser- vice at House of Mercy on this day. Every other Tuesday night is intercessory prayer at 7, beginning February 7 at House of Mercy. We will be ministering at Lighthouse Recovery Saturday night May 19 at 7 p.m. The Bible says that in the last days God would pour out of His Spirit. We are in the last days because He poured out Sunday night in a way that we have not seen. We have been praying and believing for a move of God and He did just that. There was no way for the friends, and loved ones that are lost and for those that are sick in body. We pray you will be blessed this week and find joy in your life that is joy unspeakable. May good things come your way and you find a church this week in which you can wor- ship the creator of your life and have peace that passes all understanding. George Bruce, Pastor METHODIST CHURCH 205 N. 2nd Ave. HOLLAND UNITED preacher to preach after what God had done. Many were bowed before His pres- rise service here 7 a.m.; Sunday school classes and Easter party for kids 9; Eas- ter worship celebration 10; Thursday, United Method- ist Women 6:30. Rex Charles, Pastor Debbie Payne, Associate Holland Community Sun- Pastor 7 p.m. every Wednesday. Youth group meets every Wednesday night at 7, as well, in our gymnasium in the youth room. All teens 12-19 are invited to join us for Bible lessons, games and so much more. If your son or daughter needs a ride contact the church and we would be happy to provide transportation for them. Vince Stover, Pastor rise serve at Holland UMC 7 a.m.; Easter worship cel- ebration 8:30 and 10:30; Sunday school classes 9:30; Monday, Board of Trustees meeting 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Bible study 9:30 a.m., Unit- ed Methodist Women 7; Wednesday, youth group 6, youth choir 6:30; Thursday, Biggest Loser/First Place Bible study 6:19. Rex Charles, Pastor Debbie Payne, Associate METHODIST CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland Community Sun- ZOAR UNITED Pastor Luncheon Fundraiser Pike County Agencies for Kids 11am - 2pm • Wed., April 11 • Courthouse "Plaza" 8th St., between Main & Walnut Streets HAMBURGER OR CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH Chips & Cookies Lemonade or Tea $5 Donation Proceeds will help fund the annual Children's Safety Fair, scheduled for September 20 at the 4-H Building. Special Thanks to the Winslow Lion's Club for their assistance. For more details, call 354-6838 or 354-9716, option 0. 1101204.1 made right with God by do- ing what the law commands. The law simply shows us how sinful we are. But now God has shown us a way to be made right with him without keeping the require- ments of the law, as was promised in the writings of Moses and the prophets long ago. We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who we are" (Ro- mans 3:20-22). As Christians, we know that Jesus died on the cross for our sins. But why did He have to endure such an aw- ful death? Couldn't He have redeemed humanity in some easier way? To answer this question, we must first consider the righteousness of God. Be- cause He is holy, no one has ever seen Him and lived. Our sinful nature cannot exist in the presence of pure holiness. The Bible tells us that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23), and we know that "the wages of sin is death" (6:23). This re- ality leaves us in a lost con- dition, eternally separated from God. When sin entered the world, Adam and Eve fell in- to a state of mortality. Their transgressions created a Father created us for Him- self—to bring Him glory and to spend eternity with Him (1 Timothy 2:4)—He provided the only offering powerful enough to reverse the effects of sin and restore us to our original purpose. When Jesus died on the The Press-Dispatch cross, He paid the price for all sin, beginning with Ad- am and spanning the ages. His awesome love and mercy applies to you as well (Ephe- sians 1:5-6). He sealed you with the Holy Spirit (4:30), and you are forever His child, saved by grace for all eternity. Devotion written by Rev. Don Collins to Serve. Michael P. Elliott, Pastor 812-354-6351 Home morning worship 10:30; eve- ning worship 6; Wednesday evening 6. April 8—Sunrise service 16th and Walnut Streets Sunday school 9:30; PETERSBURG G.B. CHURCH www.petersburgnaz.net Come and join us as we… Enter to Worship; Leave 7 a.m. Breakfast will follow at the fellowship hall. There will be no Sunday school. Morning worship at 9:30 a.m. No Sunday night ser- vices. Come and visit us any- time. He is risen! Chalmer Burden, Pastor Loveda Burden, Reporter Continued on page 6 When "That will never happen to me" happens. I'm ready to help. There's never a good time for an accident to happen. But when it does, you can count on me to be there quickly so you can get your life back to normal. 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