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C-2 Church Wednesday, December 23, 2015 The Press-Dispatch Our furry friends have the power to moti- vate and inspire us to be better people during the Christmas season and throughout the year. This week, PAWS is featuring a gregarious young hound named Ru- fus, who was found aban- doned near Sugar Ridge and was cold and very hungry. He perked up as soon as he knew he was safe and had people around to care for him. He loves to be with peo- ple and also loves to play with other dogs and pup- pies. He always seems to have a smile on his face and a vigorously wag- ging tail. Rufus is a Beagle Bas- sett mix, has soft, short fur that is white and brown. He has a perfect- ly round brown spot on his head that adds to his unique appearance and is approximately two years old. Rufus can be adopted by calling 812-354-9894. All the pets at PAWS want to wish you a Merry Christmas. Don't forget to pick up some rawhide chews or temptations for our pets and drop them by the shelter. PAWS pet of the week Church news Continued from page 1 Continued on page 3 This week PAWS is featuring a young hound named Rufus, who would love to be adopted by some loving family this holiday season. To adopt Rufus, call 812-354-9894. Don't forget the animals this Christmas. You can drop raw hides or temptations off at PAWS for a treat. LIGHTHOUSE RECOVERY CENTER Come and be with us on Monday night at 7 p.m., for the Overcomers class with Paul and Mary Becker; Wednesday morning at 8 a.m. with Steve Kirby for those on second shift for the 12 Step class and Thursday night at 7 p.m. Chris Hughes will be teaching the 12 Step Recov- ery. On Saturday, Dec. 26, Bob will be bringing the Word. Christ Lived among Men A missionary visiting a poor hut in a refugee district was challenged by a suffer- ing woman: "You tell us that you are interested in us and want to help us. But it's very easy for you to simply come to see us in our poverty-strick- en home. The question is, are you ready to bring your fam- ily from the clean and com- fortable home in which they live, in order to live in our dis- trict with all its poverty and suffering and sin? Would you do that in order to lift us up? " That is exactly what Christ did. "And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us" ( John 1:16). George Shepherd, Report- er MT. OLIVE G.B. CHURCH Hwy. 56, Cato Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; church service with commu- nion 10 :30 a.m. If you're searching for a church to attend this Sun- day, you're always welcome to join us. Remember those travel- ing during the holidays that they have a safe trip, those on our prayer list, the sick and lonely, our country, our churches, the military and each other. We hope to see you in church this Sunday. Bob Strain, Pastor Katherine Burkhart, Re- porter PETERSBURG HOLINESS CHURCH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and spe- cial junior church services 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednes- day night prayer meeting 7 p.m. Transportation available. Join us for monthly Bible study and youth night. Call for details. Chad Searls, Pastor 419 -354-5500 (Cell) 812-354-9446 (Church Parsonage) ALGIERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Highway 356 Sunday school 9 a.m. and worship service 10 a.m.; Christmas Eve service 7 p.m. You are always welcome to come to or friendly church and worship with us. Mike Atkins, Pastor FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Petersburg (Near the Post Office) "And I was glad to go into the house of the Lord" (Psalm 122:1). Sunday Praise practice 9 a.m.; Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10 :30 a.m. – nursery for infants up to four years old. Grub-to-Club 6 -6:30 p.m. (adults welcome), Children's Club and Senior High Youth (2-yr. old-high school) and adult Bible study meet on Wednesday from 6:30 -7:30 p.m. ABW meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24 – Christ- mas Eve service 6 -7 p.m. Pike County Ministerial Association meets the sec- ond Monday of each month. Encourage your pastor to be involved. New address is P.O. Box 306, Petersburg, IN 47567. If you are interested in find- ing a church to grow with, then FBC is the place. A Bi- ble based, evangelical church that depends on the inspira- tion of the Holy Spirit as its guide. We choose to be more Biblically correct, than politi- cally correct. Dr. C. Baxter, Jr., Pastor GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut-ins and our lost loved ones. At Christmas, Christians have many opportunities to retell the news that a Sav- ior has been born. People near and far are caught up in the festivities of the season, though they may not know why, and once the excitement fades, they are left with only emptiness. We need a reminder from God's Word: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulders: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace" (Isa- iah 9:6). That promise was partially fulfilled 700 years later when Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Thirty-three years after His birth, He paid the price for our sins on the cross and rose from the grave. Today, He is the Savior of all who place their faith in Him, giving in- ner peace and joy to those who know Him as we live in this sinful world. We also look forward to His return when as Savior, Lord and King, He will rule the world in peace and righteous- ness forever. As Christians, we have the wonderful hope in our hearts and can cele- brate it anew each Christmas. Eddie Willis, Pastor Karri Brock GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship service 10 :32 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6:02 p.m.; Wednes- day, Bible study 6 p.m. Rocky Wrye, Pastor HOUSE OF MERCY A church with a family at- mosphere and God's love. Sunday morning service at 10 a.m., with Sunday School classes at 11 a.m. Thursday night services at 7 p.m. Each month on the 4th Sunday, 2 p.m. at Amber Manor, minis- try in music and the Word. In- tercessory prayer Dec. 29 at 7 p.m. at House of Mercy. What an awesome time of the year, a time to celebrate the birth of a King, my Sav- iour and Redeemer, the Lord Jesus Christ, the son of the living God. May you give the greatest gift of all this season and shed the love of God in your heart abroad to those that are in a hurting and help- less state. The children's Christmas program was an awesome feat, they practiced hard and brought forth evidence of their labor. If you are unable to shed abroad the love of Jesus this season there is no better time than now to ask Him into your life. He is standing with arms open wide ready to welcome you into the fold. It is your de- cision. May you find peace and joy in your life in the week ahead. Our prayers are for our country, government leaders(federal, state, county and local), soldiers and their families, those in nursing homes and hospitals, loved ones and friends that are sick and afflicted, churches and pastors. Take time each day to pray and read the Word of God. Visit those in need and be- come a friend to someone who needs lifted up. Your days will be blessed and your life more pleasant. What is missing in Ch_ _ ch? Think about it. George Bruce, Pastor IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church Phone 812- 354-9659 Adult Bible study and chil- dren's Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday morning worship at 10 : 40 a.m. We are grateful that you came to be with us. It is our hope that you experience the love of Christ and His pres- ence during our worship. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanu- el shall come to thee, O Israel. Sunday service was opened with welcome, announce- ments and greetings; con- gregational hymn: What Child Is This?; Our thanks and prayers; mission mo- ments; scripture reading: Luke 1:39 -45; congregational hymn: We Three Kings of Ori- ent Are; choir hymn: God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman; Sermon: The Greatest Gift for the Fam- ily: Love Hymn of Invitation: Silent Night and Benediction. "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsel- or, The mighty God, The Ev- erlasting Father, The Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). Sunday evening service at 6 p.m.; Wednesday: Bible study, cancelled this week. The Kids' Gospel Project, cancelled this week. December 22 and 23, there will be a live nativity from 5 - 8 p.m. Baptism service, Thursday at 4 p.m. Baptismal service for Liberty Weisbred and Kaitlyn Roman. Anyone wishing to be baptized, feel free to join us. Christmas Blessings: Wishing all our church fam- ily and friends an abundance of God's graces this Christ- mas season. Joseph Roman, Pastor 812 890 -9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com Clara Walls, Reporter NEW BEGINNING FELLOWSHIP WESLEYAN CHURCH Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 :30 a.m. We are committed to the life-giving Christian faith that is guided by God's Word. Our vision—transforming lives, churches and commu- nities through the hope and holiness of Jesus Christ. You are invited to worship with us. Everett Freels, Pastor OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship service 6:30 p.m. Tuesday morning wom- en's Bible study at the fel- lowship hall 10 a.m. will be cancelled for the month of December. Sunday, Dec. 27, the adults will be meeting at the fellow- ship hall at 5:30 p.m. for a movie and pizza. The chil- dren will be having a late Christmas party at Marcia and Keith Hill's house, while the adults view the movie. "But the angel said to her, 'Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God. You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Je- sus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob for- ever; his kingdom will nev- er end.' 'How will this be,' Mary asked the angel, 'since I am a virgin? ' The angel an- swered, 'The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the pow- er of the Most High will over- shadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God'" (Luke 1:30 -35). May your heart be lifted in praise this Christmas for the wonderful gift of Jesus and the joy He brings to our lives. Have a wonderful Christ- mas and a Blessed New Year. We invite all of you to come and worship with us. Roy Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10 :30 a.m. Both services are CDT. Everyone is welcome to the First Friday Fun, the first Friday of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. CDT, to work on craft projects, scrapbook- ing, sewing, etc. There will be a Cricut available along with other crafting tools for use. Bring a snack to share if you can. Contact Angela Christie 812-664-5970, for more information. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH What a wonderful Christ- mas program we had this past Sunday. We are grateful to all those who came and helped celebrate the birth of Christ. We invite you back to worship with us. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; morning worship at 10 :30 a.m.; business meet- ing third Sunday of the month, following worship service. We are remembering and praying for comfort and peace for the many who have lost loved ones this Christmas season. Also praying for those suffering from health problems and any other kind of problems. We know the Lord is a Lord of peace and will help those who lean on Him. The angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the peo- ple. Today in the town of Da- vid a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a man- ger. Suddenly a great com- pany of the heavenly host ap- peared with the angel, prais- ing God and saying "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace and goodwill to men on whom His favor rests" (Luke 2:10 -14). We ask for God to bless you at this Holy Season. Kyle Moore, Pastor Marla Morrison, Reporter BETHEL G.B. CHURCH Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; all Wednesday evening activ- ities 6:30 p.m. except the Am- ber Manor service at 6:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27 is fourth Sunday and our morning wor- ship offering will go to the building fund. Wednesday, Dec. 30 – Noth- ing is planned. Sunday, Jan. 3 is Assistant Sunday. Thought of the Week – With each day my thought shall be of all that Christ has done for me; I'll think about His love and care, then face the day with faith and prayer – DJD. Bob Deel, Pastor Alan Christmas, Reporter HOLLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 205 N. 2nd Avenue 812-536-4862 Sunday school classes 9 a.m.; morning worship 10 a.m. Keith Chanley, Pastor PATOK A GROVE U.M. CHURCH 1135 W. C.R. 475 S. Winslow The Uninvited Guest Imagine your birthday be- ing celebrated by many ev- ery year. Thousands of peo- ple spending months saving, shopping for gifts, hanging lights and greenery, decorat- ing their tree, baking cook- ies, preparing meals, send- ing cards and traveling hun- dreds of miles to spend this special day with loved ones. There's only one person they didn't invite, You. Now imag- ine how Jesus must feel, many celebrating his birthday but excluding him from the party. Some being so busy that they forget to invite Him, some not acknowledging him or even allowed to mention his name. This year, take time to spend with your loved ones and enjoy the wonder and the beauty of the Christmas season, but most of all don't forget to invite Jesus to your celebration. He came into the world as a tiny baby in a manger, lived a sinless life on earth and died a horrible death on the cross for your sins to be forgiven. Give Him the praise he deserves. He is the true reason for the sea- son. God bless you and have a very Merry Christmas. If at anytime you need a church to attend, we welcome you to ours. Church at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday school at 10 :30 a.m. Larry Stoops, Pastor Stacy McLain, Reporter STS PETER AND PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 E. Walnut Street Petersburg Mass or Communion ser- vice schedule: Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. Commu- nion service; Thursday, Dec. 24 at 4 p.m., Family Christmas Eve. Mass; Fri- day, Dec. 25, Christmas Day 10 a.m. Mass; Satur- day, Dec. 26 at 5:30 p.m. Mass and Sunday, Dec. 27 at 11 a.m. Mass. The Rosary is prayed be- fore the Saturday evening and Sunday morning Mass- es. No CCD classes or adult Bible study – Christmas break. May the peace and hope of Christ's birth be with you now and the days ahead. Merry Christmas. Frank Renner, Pastor Sue Willis, Reporter WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH Corner of Lafayette and Walnut Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. Continue in prayer for those on our church prayer list. Read Luke 2:13-20. "Then the shepherds returned glorifying and praising God for all things that they had heard and seen, as it was told them" (Luke 2:20). They had been changed by their "moment of grace." As they stepped back into their real world, they car- ried the good news about Jesus in their hearts and voices. May we too take God's grace into the real world this Christmas and every day of the new year. Come and worship. Ev- eryone welcome. To each family "Merry Christmas." Dr. Robert Asa, Minister WINSLOW NAZARENE CHURCH 106 W. Washington St. Winslow 915-490-8813 Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship celebration 10 :30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m. Knowing, Living and Sharing Christ Fred Grenier, Pastor ZOAR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Holland 812-536-6862 Sunday morning worship service 8:30 a.m.; Sunday school classes 9:30 a.m.; Con- temporary worship service 10 :30 a.m. Keith Chanley, Pastor BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E. Otwell Meeting in the Iva Union Church building Christmas Eve candle- light service 7 p.m.; Sunday school and morning wor- ship service 10 a.m.; Sun- day evening service and youth group (6th through 12th grades) 6 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor The Press-Dispatch Join the new 812-354-8500 | www.pressdispatch.net *By enrolling in the Birthday Club, you agree to have your name, town and birth- day, or the person's name and town and birthday of whom you are enrolling, printed in e Press-Dispatch on the week in which the birthday occurs. You could win a FREE 3-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION to e Press-Dispatch! Joining is easy! Send your: Full name, address, city, state, zip code, phone number and birthdate to birthdayclub@pressdispatch.net.* One winner is drawn at the end of each month. Each week, a list of birthdays will be published in the paper!