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The Press-Dispatch ★ Church news Continued from page 4 morning worship and chil- dren's church 10:30; Sunday evening worship 7; Wednes- day, K4J and teen class 6:30 and adult Bible study will be Thursday 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 May 20—There will be a 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, day Bible School planned. Details to follow later. Thought for the week: Gideon speaker during our morning worship service. Come to hear what he has to say. June 30—There is an all "Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God"—Corrie Ten Boom. "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11). Be in prayer this week for 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 morning worship 10:30; Sunday evening song ser- vice 6:30; Everyone is al- ways welcome. We want to thank God Sunday school 9:30; PLEASANT RIDGE G.B. CHURCH the lost, the sick, our church 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 honoring our graduates. This year we have Brandon Cropper, Morgan Henson, Brieanna Smith, Nick Gen- try and David Zenthofer. We will dismiss Sunday School at 10 a.m. and start church at 10:30 a.m. so we can spend some time with our gradu- ates. Our VBS will be June 18-22 this year. On Sunday night, we are METHODIST CHURCH On May 20, we will be PETERSBURG FREE learning how to be bold in our faith and intentional in our efforts to share our faith with others. I believe this se- ries will be a good opportu- nity for all of us to become better equipped for the min- istry of the "Great Commis- sion," and will also be quite enjoyable. Our normal weekly sched- home we invite you to any of our services. Note the new times and days. Terry Beadles, Pastor Kathy Henderson, Re- porter OTWELL WESLEYAN CHURCH en's Bible study at the fel- lowship hall 10. Youth group every morning worship 10:30; eve- ning worship service 6:30. Tuesday morning wom- Sunday school 9:30; Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the fellowship hall. All area youth are invited to attend. W.K.F.M. (Wesleyan Kids sympathy to anyone who has lost a loved one. God tells us that love is pa- for His mercy, love and an- swered prayer. Continue to pray for one another, the unsaved, the prayer list, for all who are traveling, the sick and needy, for the ones in hospitals and nurs- ing homes, the military, and their families, our President and his family, and all deci- sions that are made. We want to extend our tient, love is kind and that as a mother comforts her child so will He comfort you. He tells us that a mother speaks with wisdom and faithful in- struction; and the unfading beauty of a gentle and qui- et spirit is of great worth in His sight. "Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain; but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised" (Proverbs 31:30). Thought: She is clothed 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. May God bless you this week. Roy C. Stilwell, Pastor Pam Lemond, Reporter school 10. Read Proverbs 18:1-15. "Let no corrupt word pro- METHODIST CHURCH Church service 9; Sunday SPURGEON UNITED ceed out of your mouth" (Ephesians 4:29). Our words have the pow- er to build up or tear down. Everyone welcome to our services. Come and wor- ship. Honna Schloss, Pastor Sherry Julian, Reporter service 10; children's class 10:10; teen class 10:45; Sun- day and Thursday night ser- vices 7. We are a Full Gos- pel 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 church that will welcome you with open arms and heart, that has a family atmosphere, come and see. Nursing home servic- HOUSE OF MERCY Sunday morning worship with strength and dignity. Remember: "Strength and honor are her clothing and she shall rejoice in time to come" (Proverbs 31:25). Have a great week! Dale Frederick, Pastor Lois K. Fowler, Reporter RUMBLETOWN FREE METHODIST CHURCH 1485 N. St. Rd. 57 Petersburg 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. Peace and joy in the pow- 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 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 erful name of Jesus, Mark Schlechty, Pastor 1194 E. Co. Rd. 400 N. Prides Creek Road, Petersburg BRENTON CHAPEL CHURCH OF CHRIST classes 10; worship 10:30; evening worship 6; Wednes- day evening Bible study 7. George Fiscus, Minister Sunday morning Bible ship 10:30; evening worship 7; Wednesday prayer and Bi- ble study meeting 7. William Breidenbaugh, Sunday school 9:30; wor- CONTENDERS OF FAITH OTWELL Pastor children's Sunday school 10; morning worship 10:30; eve- ning worship 6; Wednesday Bible studies 7. "Be joyful always; pray Adult Sunday school 9:30; 10. Everyone welcome. Lloyd Lamar, Pastor Sunday morning service PETERSBURG WESLEYAN three and one half miles south of Petersburg on In- diana State Road 57. Church phone—354-8312 Jim Harrell, Pastor continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" (I Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV). Rumbletown Church is WINSLOW CHRISTIAN CHURCH morning worship 10:30; Pray daily for those on our Sunday school 9:30; May prayer list. Next Sunday's sermon from Matthew 4:1-11. Read Psalm 118:19-29. "This is the day that the 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. We will be ministering at the Lighthouse Recovery Saturday night, May 19 at 7. The moving of God's spir- it has been at W.V. Grant's healing crusade meet- ings. The Spirit is moving at House of Mercy also. There is a stirring of indi- viduals spirits believing for miracles, healings, and the greatest miracle, the sav- ing of souls. God has called many to House of Mercy, but they are looking with natural eyes and they need to be looking with spiritu- al eyes and listening to the voice of the Spirit so their lives can begin to find and feel joy. If you don't have joy, you new reasons to praise the Lord. Come and worship. Every- one welcome. Dr. Robert Asa, Minister METHODIST CHURCH 205 N. 2nd Ave. HOLLAND UNITED 9; Sunday school classes 9; morning worship 10; Tues- day, men's softball HUM vs. Santa Claus UM 8 p.m. Rex Charles, Pastor Debbie Payne, Associate Church breakfast 7:30- Pastor Lord has made; we will re- joice and be glad in it" (Psalm 118:24). Each new day gives us King, superintendent, Er- ic Hill, assistant; morning worship 10:30; evening wor- ship 6:30; Wednesday eve- ning Bible study and prayer meeting 6:30. A living example of love "And hope maketh not Sunday school 9:30, Jim AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH by hosting "Muffins with My Mommy." The children sang songs and recited poems about their mothers. The children and their mothers decorated flow- er pots together. Muffins and fruit salad were served. Mothers were present- ed with stepping stones created by their children. Mrs. Michelle Bennett and her kindergarten class celebrated Mother's Day 'Muffins with my Mommy' side me . . . that it has been shed abroad in my heart. So today, I resolve to remove ev- ery obstacle that would keep that love from flowing freely into the lives of others. I put resentments behind me, and I forgive all those who've done me wrong. In the days ahead, cause presence will be greatly ap- preciated and you will leave being filled with the Spirit. Josh Luker, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter me to increase and excel and overflow with Your love. Cause me to be what this world needs most of all . . . a living example of love Amen. Join us for any or all our services. Alec Hensley, Pastor Eleanor Bellamy, Reporter UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH ship service 10:30, followed with lunch and Bible study. Kevin (Linda) Easton, Pastor WINSLOW FULL preaching services on Tues- day and Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. Jerry Newkirk, Pastor Geneva Deen, Reporter Gospel singing and GOSPEL CHURCH 510 Main Street another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God." The love of God is shed "Beloved, let us love one MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.—Ye have not re- ceived the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adop- tion, whereby we cry, Ab- ba, Father. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the chil- dren of God.—He that be- lieveth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself. In this was manifested the not having enough love in- side you. The Word says God's love is shed abroad in your heart by the Holy Ghost. What you need to do it make a decision and let it flow. Pray this prayer today: In Jesus' Name, I make ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us" (Ro- mans 5:5). Don't ever worry about a fresh and strong commit- ment today to live the life of love, to let the tenderness of God flow through me and heal the wounded hearts of those I meet. Father, teach me to love love of God toward us, be- cause God sent his only be- gotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.—In whom we have re- demption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, ac- cording to the riches of His grace.—That in the ages to come He might shew the ex- ceeding riches of His grace in [His] kindness toward us through Christ Jesus. Intercessory prayer each Sunday school 9:30; wor- 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union at 10:15. (We will save a pew for you.) Cluster meeting—Thurs- Sunday morning worship WINSLOW U.M. CHURCH day, May 31 at 6:30 p.m. at The Jordan Park in Spur- geon—Planning Bible School. Bible School will be at the Jordan Park on June 12, 13 and 14 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by The Pike County Seekers. Theme "SonRise National Park." Age groups Pre-K, K, 1, 2 and Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6. Funny Side of blessings of God—the gifts that add beauty and joy to our lives, that enable us to keep going through stretch- es of boredom and even suf- fering—friendship is very near the two." Bring a friend with you to "When we consider the church on Sunday. Carl Meeks, Lay Minister Devara Krause, Reporter had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Je- sus my Lord. For His sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ" (Philippi- ans 3:7-8). We can often get caught Morning worship 10:30; Evening worship 6; Wednes- day Adult Bible study/ prayer 7 p.m. "But whatever gain I all our services. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; up in the relationships of our lives. They might be with a spouse or loved one, may- be a good friend, or even someone we disciple. Should these relationships be the most important things to us? From the verse we have Sunday morning at 8:30; morning worship at 10:15; Sunday school for children and youth during morning worship service; Sunday night; Celebrate Recovery at 6 p.m.; Celebration Sta- tion Ministry for ages four, including fifth grade and youth meeting also at 6 p.m. Bible study on Wednesday even when things go wrong. To be patient and kind when the children are underfoot. To overlook the spiteful words of an angry spouse. To rejoice when someone at the office gets the raise that I thought I needed. Teach me to talk in love, to lay gos- sip quietly aside and to take up words of grace instead. Lord, Your Word says that Your love is already in- for today, probably not. Our goal in life should be know- ing Christ above everything and from there letting Je- sus affect our relationships. In essence, we should first work on our vertical relation- ship and then let the love of that relationship influence the horizontal relationships we have with those around us. night at 7; fourth Sunday of the month Nursing Home services at 2 p.m. Youth band practice every Satur- day from noon to 2 p.m. There will be a Men's Bi- ble study on Tuesday eve- ning at 7. All men are invit- ed to attend. Vacation Bible School will be the week of July 16. All kids are invited. We have a lot going on and ministry look like if I focused on my vertical re- lationship first and then learned to bend that verti- cal fruit of love to all of my for you to ask yourself as you meditate on this verse today: 1. What would my life Here are a few questions 118 West Pike Ave. 354-8851—Church We invite you to join us in CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PETERSBURG family we're growing, the re- lationships I'm building, and the ministry I'm starting all really about Jesus? 3. Am I trying to pray God horizontal relationships? 2. Is the life I'm living, the Wednesday, May 16, 2012 C-5 into my agenda and my plans or am I faithfully responding to who He is and what He's doing? 4. What if following God's path leads to greater suffer- ing and sacrifice than I an- ticipated- is Jesus worth that much to me? 5. Is everything in my hor- izontal life the overflow of a vibrant vertical love relation- ship with Jesus? Devotion written by Rev. Don Collins. www.petersburgnaz.net Come and join us as we— Enter to Worship; Leave to Serve. Michael P. Elliott, Pastor 354-6351 (Home) STS. PETER AND PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg man to sell all his posses- sions and follow Him. When the man heard this, gloom spread over his face, and he went away sad, because he was very rich" (Mark 10:22). A Peruvian boy found a p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. (One day Jesus invited a priceless pearl. "My wor- ries are over," he thought. "I'll sell it and never have to work again." But when the boy tired to sell the pearl, the buyers put him, off. Lat- er, he was attacked sever- al times. Now he knew the pearl buyers wanted to rob him and possible kill him. He had to choose between the pearl and his life. With the pearl buyers looking on, he went down to the bench, took his pearl, and threw it into the sea. The boy's action contrasts Masses: Saturday 5:30 sharply with the man in to- day's gospel reading. It in- vites me to ask: What kind of hold do material posses- sions have on me?—Mark Link S.J. Vision 2000 before me right now, what would I feel not about Him, but about myself?—Saint Augustine (slightly adapted) Why not let Jesus take toward giving: Grudge giv- ing, Duty giving, and Thanks giving. Grudge giving says, "I hate to;" Duty giving says, "I ought to;" Thanks giving says, "I want to."—Rose- mary Rodenmayer (slight- ly adapted) If Christ were standing There are three attitudes over your life? He can do far more with it than you can.— Anonymous Parish Hall Reservation: 354-3909 David Fleck, Pastor Don Haag, Deacon Lu Froehle, Reporter and at any time you have no church to attend, feel free to join us for services. Your W.V. Grant Final Days need to accept Jesus as your Saviour, have the joy of the Lord as your strength, have a love for Him in your life and for others, just ask Him into your life, turn your eyes, and heart upon Jesus, call out His name and He will be there in your midst and bring you peace. Become His today and Thru Friday, May 18 7 P.M. EDT nightly The Church Alive Pastor Mark Davis at 354-6897. 506 N. 9th St. (Hwy. 61 N), Petersburg For More Information call REVIVAL With Dr. John Hundley River of Life Fellowship Miracle Healing Crusade Services 10am & 6pm Sunday, May 20 7pm, May 21-23 Mon. – Wed. 342 E County Road 300 N Pastor Jim Gidcumb