The Press-Dispatch
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C-4 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 ★ Church news Continued from page 1 Ryan Edrington, Superin- tendent, Rev. Gary Pancake, Assistant; Sunday morning worship 10:30. Many of our church fami- Sunday school 9:30 a.m., NEW LIBERTY G.B. CHURCH Coe 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 ly were unable to be with us this week. We hope they feel better and are back with us next Sunday. Keep them in your prayers. There is no school, due to an unused Snow day on Fri- day, April 20. April 22—Earth Day. April 25—Administrative Professional's Day. April 29—Fifth Sunday fellowship dinner, following the morning worship. You are always welcome at New Liberty G.B. Church. Come and see what God is doing through His people. Our Mission Statement: children and youth minis- tries start at 6:30 p.m. and our Adult Bible study is at 7 p.m.; Thursday at 4 p.m. the Knitwits meet to knit and crochet items for peo- ple with illness. Mark Schlechty, Pastor 1135 W. Co. Rd. 475 S. Winslow PATOKA GROVE U.M. CHURCH of his miraculous signs, Je- sus performed at Cana in Galilee. He thus revealed His glory, and his disciples put their faith in Him. The Lord works in the av- John 2:11 (NIV), The first Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Georgia Mason, Reporter ing worship 10; Sunday eve- ning worship 6. Wednesday evening Bi- Sunday school 9; morn- 342 E. CR 300 N. Petersburg RIVER OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP ble study and Extreme Kids 7 p.m. Thursday evening Con- sumed youth group 7. If you would like a ride to Willis, Pastors and from church services, call 354-8800. Jim Gidcumb and Eddie unexpected to shock us out of our comfort zones long enough to allow God to move. In those amazing moments, God finally gets our attention and we turn to him in humility, prayer and repentance. That was the scene at Petersburg Free Methodist Church this past week. My friends, our minis- METHODIST CHURCH Sometimes it takes the PETERSBURG FREE tries are being affective on multiple levels. Foremost is the level of trust and humil- ity people are showing in their brokenness. God hon- ors that spirit in worship and ministry. We thank and praise God for everyone who was healed and or set free in our worship service and oth- er ministries this past week, and we look forward to his continued work in us and through us. Saturday, May 5, will be The Press-Dispatch PETERSBURG FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH (across from the post office) morning worship 10:30; eve- ning worship and Sr. High youth Sunday at 6 p.m. "Kids Club", two years Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; old through fifth grade and adult Bible study each Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Kids Club will take a break between May and the Au- gust kick-off. The men's Tuesday study group meet April 24 from 7- 8 p.m. This is for all men of the church and those inter- ested. We meet every sec- ond and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Pike Central Swing choir erage, everyday, run-of-the- mill mundane moments of our lives. A relationship with a God who was interested in only the big issues of life would be no more personal than our relationship with the emergency operator on the telephone. But our infi- nite, almighty God chooses to relate to us on an intimate level, not from Mount Sinai but in our homes. Are you listening? April 21—U.M.W. Spring Service at Holland U.M. Church. April 22—Dinner at Pa- toka Grove after morning church services. We're the little church on the hill with plenty of love and room for you. Come join us anytime. Larry Stoops, Pastor Jeannine Potter, Reporter 10th and Main Streets Petersburg PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MAIN STREET day worship 10:20. 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! Volunteer perks teer Week (April 15-21 this year) by meeting a need in your church or community. Volunteering not only Celebrate National Volun- Sunday school 9:15; Sun- will be here April 29 at 6 p.m. The community is in- vited. May 13 is our Mother's Day service. There will be a few special mothers recog- nized, but all mothers will receive a token of our love. May 20 will be the last evening worship until school starts in August. However, mid-week study will contin- ue at 7 p.m. Tune in each Sunday from 9 to 9:30 a.m. for "The First Baptist message" on WWBL 106.5 F.M. We are blessed to wit- ness God's love within our church family and rejoice to see those who respond to it. If you are considering a place to start attending, a family oriented and solid Bi- ble preaching church, con- sider First Baptist. We are anxious to greet you. Dr. C. C. Baxter, Pastor OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH morning worship 10:30; eve- ning worship service 6:30. Tuesday morning wom- Sunday school 9:30; en's Bible study at the fel- lowship hall 10. Youth group every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the fellowship hall. All area youth are invited to attend. W.K.F.M. (Wesleyan Kids for Missions) will be ev- ery second Sunday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at the church. We invite all of you to come and worship with us. A simple prayer By Peggy Porter our Mother/Daughter Lun- cheon at 11 a.m. And, of course, Mother's Day is May 13, this year. On May 20, we will be honoring our grad- uates. This year we have Brandon Cropper, Morgan Henson, Brieanna Smith and David Zenthofer. VBS will be June 18-22 this year. Our normal weekly sched- ule is as follows: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. with morning worship fol- lowing at 10:15; Sunday night at 6, we have a casual H Religious Viewpoint Continued from page 1 formation age to change our faith, hope and relationship with Jesus Christ. At a time when gas prices are soar- ing, the economy is weak and socialism is taking over, we must keep faith in God. We are troubled by the ene- mies of Israel and the threat of war. Let's stop the land- slide of doubt, fear and un- belief and turn to God. helps the people we serve. It also has surprising bene- fits for the volunteer. Serv- ing others builds social and relational skills, increases self-confidence and boosts physical health. Studies show that volunteering can even ease chronic pain and heart disease. So do yourself—and oth- ers—some good by follow- ing Jesus' example of serv- ing. Visit www.Volunteer- Match.org for short-and long-term local opportuni- ties. Church phone—354-6844 Boyd Heldring, Pastor Amy Melhiser, Reporter vice and Sunday school 10; Sunday evening worship 6; Wednesday prayer and praise 7. Everyone is always wel- HOLINESS CHURCH Sunday morning ser- HUNTINGBURG years old and had been in Cub Scouts only a short time. During one of his meetings he was handed a sheet of paper, a block of wood and four tires and told to return home and give all to"dad." That was not an easy task for Gilbert to do. Dad was not receptive to do- ing things with his son. But Gilbert tried. The block of wood remained untouched as the weeks passed. Finally, mom stepped My son Gilbert was eight in. Within days his block of wood was turning into a pinewood derby car. A little lopsided, but looking great (at least through the eyes of mom). Then the big night came. Tumble, who are approximately 10 weeks old and have quite an exuberant approach to life. You can adopt these two felines by calling PAWS at 354- 9894. This week PAWS is featuring two fuzzy little felines named Tangles and PAWS pet of the week that the whole world is con- cerned with keeping them entertained"—F.A. Paradis De Moncri. This week PAWS is featur- "Kittens are convinced ing two fuzzy little felines named, Tangles and Tum- ble. These little gals are ap- proximately 10 weeks old and have quite an exuber- ant approach to life. my shy eight year old ask if they could stop the race for a minute, because he want- ed to pray. The race stopped. Gilbert prayed in earnest. Then he stood, smile on his face and announced, 'Okay, I am ready." Gilbert finished just sec- by balls, feathers and the twitching tails of other cats, and they still tend to fall over when changing direction while running. They can of- ten be seen perfecting their climbing techniques or ex- ploring some mini-wilder- ness in the kitty condos at PAWS. Tangles and Tumble are to fix the out come, Gil- bert asked God to give him strength in the outcome. Perhaps we spend too onds before Tommy's car. The Scout Master came up to Gilbert and asked, "So you prayed to win, huh,Gilbert?" To which my young son answered, "Oh, no sir. That wouldn't be fair to ask God to help you beat someone else. I just asked Him to make it so I don't cry when I lose." Children seem to have a wisdom far beyond us. Gil- bert didn't ask God to win the race, he didn't ask God much of our prayer time asking God to rig the race, to make us number one, or too much time asking God to remove us from the strug- gle, when we should be seek- ing God's strength to get through the struggle. "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength" (Philippines 4:13). Roy C. Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter 10. Everyone welcome. Lloyd Lamar, Pastor Sunday morning service PETERSBURG WESLEYAN They are enchanted tiger-stripped tabbys. Tan- gles has pale, gray fur with thin black strips while Tum- bles has dark gray fur with black ringlets which gives her a very unique appear- ance. These little gals are sure to bring smiles to who- ever adopts them. To adopt these two little vice 8:30 and 10:30; Sun- day school classes 9:30; Tuesday, Bible study 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednes- day, youth group 6, youth choir 6:30; Thursday, Big- gest Loser/First Place Bi- ble study 6:19. Rex Charles, Pastor Debbie Payne, Associate METHODIST CHURCH 8818 W. Old Rd. 64 Sunday worship ser- ZOAR UNITED Pastor lowed by a short worship service; Wednesday Bible study 7. Mary Kathryn Gray, Re- porter Continued on page 5 Service Agreements ruudac.com Sales & Service SOKELAND HEATING & AIR Fort Branch, IN come. For information or trans- worship service 10:15. 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