The Press-Dispatch
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C-2 Church Wednesday, November 8, 2017 The Press-Dispatch Baptist "Gentle eyes that see so much, paws that have the quiet touch, Purrs to sig- nal "all is well" and show more love than words could tell. Graceful move- ments touched with pride, a calming presence by our side. A friendship that takes time to grow. Small wonder why we love them so"—Author Unknown. This week, PAWS is featuring an enchanting, sweet cat named Pipp, who has lived at PAWS for over a year, is very quiet and unassuming. She can of- ten be found sleeping un- der the kitchen sink or on a shelf in the office at PAWS. Pipp is a connoisseur of good food and is slightly plump, and has soft, plush white fur, with some tan and gray accents on her ears and tail. Pipp can be adopted by calling 812- 354-9894. PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the PIPP Continued from page 1 Continued on page 3 SOMETHING NEWSWORTHY? Give us a call: 812-354-8500 Church of Christ Church of God Independent Catholic Christian Union Bible College CHOIR CONCERT November 10 at 7pm 1911 E. CR 650 N., Petersburg 812-354-6389 • www.twinoakshc.com ily meal to the financial bur- den of buying gifts, the re- cent loss of a loved one and meeting everyone's expecta- tions. Just me writing this ar- ticle and or you reading it al- most would cause ones blood pressure to spike. The Bible always give us hope in times of uncertainty. "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of pow- er, and of love, and of a sound mind" (II Timothy 1:7). We have to remember that this kind of FEAR comes from Satan not from God. He loves to bring us down in a season of celebration of the coming holidays. Be- ing Thankful towards God for the country we live in and all the benefits we en- joy. The celebration of the birth of our Lord Jesus. And the new year that will bring Blessings into our lives. The Lord wants us not to be fear- ful and He wants us to have a peace of mind. Don't let the devil steal your joy confuse your mind and bring uncer- tainty into your life these last couple of months of the year. Bask in the love of the sea- son the power of the Holy One and keep our thoughts focused on the true meaning of the holidays. See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Ayrshi- reValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor ARTHUR G.B. CHURCH 5670 S. St. Rd. 61 Winslow 812-582-0354 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and chil- dren's church 10 :30 a.m.; Business meeting third Sunday of each month, fol- lowing morning worship. We were happy to have all our visitors Sunday morning as Charley Al- dridge gave his testimony and we welcome you back anytime. "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be bur- dened again by a yoke of slavery" (Galatians 5:1). When we accept Christ into our lives as our savior, we are released from the burden of sin that weighs heavily on us as sinners. We are free from the grip of sin, praise God. Let us be ever careful not to take that burden back. We are praying for those in need of the Lord's heal- ing touch, those who have lost loved ones, our coun- try and our leaders. We invite you to worship with us at any of our ser- vices. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Report- er GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut ins and our lost loved ones. As we seek the Lord through His Word and wor- ship, we find much more than wisdom and under- standing; His spirit trans- forms and renews us, cre- ating a heart of gratitude and love. This transforma- tion can only occur when we take our eyes off the world and keep them fixed on the Lord. God has always loved us; now we can have a reciprocal relationship of love, faithfulness and com- mitment to Him. "This is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after that time," de- clares the Lord. "I will put my law in their minds and write it on their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people" ( Jeremi- ah 31:33). Ken Reeder, Pastor Karri Brock, Reporter GR ACE G.B. CHURCH 1007 E. Union St. Winslow No Sunday School. Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Enrichment classes 6 p.m. Bill Chesser, Reporter MT. PISGAH G.B. CHURCH (Augusta) Broadway Street Winslow Pastor 812-582-0756 Sunday morning worship at 10 :15 a.m., children's Sun- day school during morning service; Celebrate Recovery at 6 p.m. at the Gathering Place in Winslow; Wednes- day night Bible study and youth at 6:30 p.m.; Second Wednesday of the month business meeting at 6:30 p.m. "Neither death nor life... nor things present nor things to come...shall be able to separate us from the love of God" (Romans 8:38 - 39). There are two ways to re- spond to adversity, discour- agement or trust. The prob- lem with giving in to dis- couragement is that it on- ly makes things worse, for with it may come bitterness, anger, jealousy, revenge and so forth. We may even try to escape through drugs or al- cohol. But do any of these solve the problems? No. God has a better way— the way of trust. Some- times He may show us that we were in the wrong. When that is the case, we need to confess it, repent and seek His forgiveness. Sometimes, however, we can only accept what is happening and ask God to help us endure it and triumph over it. If at any time you have no church to attend, feel free to join us for services. I'm sure you will leave feel- ing blessed. May God bless each and every one. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter PLEASANT RIDGE G.B. CHURCH 1738 E. Co. Rd. 75 N. Petersburg BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m.; all Wednesday eve- ning activities 7:30 p.m. We will have our regular monthly business meeting on Wednesday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m. We will continue our Bible Study of Ezra 9 through 10 on Wednesday, November 15 at 7:30 p.m. We will have an Old-Fash- ioned Harvest Day Celebra- tion on Sunday, November 19, with a noon meal follow- ing morning worship ser- vice. Everyone is invited to dress as they did in the old- en days! We will also have a special Harvest Day offer- ing. Thought of the Week Lead me, Lord, in tender mercy, leave me not to walk alone; let Your wisdom guide me ever, for I dare not trust my own - Reed. Steve Selby, Pastor Alan Christmas, Report- er BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH An Independent Baptist Church 4995 N. Co. Rd. 850 E. Otwell (Meeting in the Iva Union Church building) Sunday school for chil- dren and adults 9 a.m.; Sunday morning worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday evening service, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (4 yrs old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thurs- day, prayer service 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor Pastor 812-789-2348 Sunday morning service 10 :30 a.m. Everyone is al- ways welcome. "There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath tor- ment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love (I John 4:18, K JV ). "Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature" (Matthew 6:27, K JV )? Remember to pray for those on the prayer list and also remember "Jesus is a way maker. He can make a way when you don't see a way." Have a safe week. Dale Frederick, Pastor Lois K. Fowler, Reporter STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg 812-354-6942 Mass Schedule: Saturday, November 11 at 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, November 12 at 11 a.m.; CCD classes and adult Bible study at 9:30 a.m. in the Rectory basement. The Rosary is prayed be- fore the Saturday evening mass and also before the Sunday morning mass. Individual confessions are 30 minutes before the week- end masses at 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. Congratulations to our Brute Award recipients this year, Gary and Jill Keepes, of Sts. Peter and Paul and Barb Verly, of Blessed Sac- rament. "In the end everything has been entrusted to our protection, and all of us are responsible for it. Be protec- tors of God's gifts! A little bit of mercy makes the world less cold and more just" — Pope Francis. God Bless America. Frank Renner, Pastor Sue Willis, Reporter FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1400 E. Main Street Petersburg 618-783-5566 Call or Text Regular services: Sunday worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sun- day, service at 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday dinner at 6 p.m. for everyone. "Get a Grip on Basic" classes started Sunday, Sept. 3 and will continue on Wednesdays, at 10 a.m. for adults and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for everyone and Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. for everyone. "Like" our Facebook page. "Come and See" – John 1:46. Everyone welcome. Jeff Powers, Pastor VINCENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 8264 E. State Rd. 56 Morning worship and the Lord's supper at 9:30 a.m.; Bible school at 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship at 6:30 p.m. Studies in Christian Doc- trine. Topic: "Private Wor- ship." This Sunday will be our annual Thanksgiving din- ner following the service. You are invited to attend these services. Mission Sunday This Sunday, we have a mission family from North Andhra, India. They are Drs. Rajesh and Soujanya Paul. Dr. Paul is the son of T.B. Paul. The North Andhra Mission has a number of ministries. The mission holds preach- er training sessions, it sup- ports preachers on the field, it helps build church- es (around 50), it operates a children's home, it trains widows in sewing, etc., it op- erates a school, and it oper- ates a hospital as funds are available. You are invited to learn more about the growing ministry. Because He lives. John Manges, Minister 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 wor- ship 6 p.m. George Fiscus, Minister FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 2135 East Main Street Petersburg Sunday morning ser- vice at 9:30 a.m.; children's church at 10 a.m.; Sun- day school at 10 :45 a.m.; Wednesday evening ser- vice 6:30 p.m. On November 12, Minis- SUBSCRIBE TODAY! 812-354-8500 We're not afraid to shed some light on the truth. terial Council budget meet- ing. "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatev- er is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy— think about such things" (Philippians 4:8 NIV ). Don Fausnaugh, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter GLEZEN REVIVAL CENTER 245 S. Glezen Center St. 812-354-6738 or 812-582-9667 Sunday morning worship and children's church 10 :15 a.m.; Youth Group Hearts on Fire will meet on Sunday at 6 p.m. in the Life Center. Bible study meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Novem- ber 15, refreshments will be provided. Invite others to Bi- ble study. Refresh and Renew La- dies' Group will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21. Bring comfortable walk- ing shoes for a walk after bi- ble study. Pray for our military and their protection. Also, re- member to pray for the USA, peace and for one an- other. Strength to the Weary He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak (Isaiah 40 :29, K JV ). There are many things in this life that make us feel weary or even weak. Thank- fully we serve a God that gives us strength and pow- er in such times. He loves and cares about us all, and watches over us like a par- ent watches over his chil- dren. This kind of love and understanding we don't de- serve, but as Christians and children of Christ, we are given by grace. Be thank- ful and remember that even when your road is long and the journey hard, God is there to give you strength to continue on and power to overcome the biggest obsta- cles on your path. We welcome you to all services. Come and wor- ship Jesus with us. See our Facebook page Glezen Revival Center. Web- site: grcenter.net – E-mail address: glezenrevivalcen- ter@yahoo.com. Joe Henson, Pastor Matt Haycraft, Reporter GOSPEL CENTER CHURCH Independent Baptist Church 420 E. Illinois Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9914 Sunday worship at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; AWANA clubs will meet Sunday's at 6:30 p.m., the children will learn from the Word of God and have fun doing it; Bible study Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Gospel Center invites you to worship the King of Kings with us every Sunday. You will hear sound biblical and applicable preaching each week. We are excited to bring AWANA back this fall as well. At the Gospel Cen- ter, you will find God lov- ing people who desire to serve and praise Good with their heart, soul, mind and strength. Come and Praise the King with us. We would be honored to have you come and join us and see what God is doing here at the Gospel Center Church. Rodney Fretwell, Sr. Pas- tor JESUS CHRIST OUR FIRM FOUNDATION On the corner of Sixth and Walnut Petersburg 812-354-4424 or 812-582-0240 Sunday morning fellow- ship 10 a.m.; Bible studies: Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at Brian Eilert's house and Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. at church. "When I call to remem- brance the genuine faith that is in you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eu- nice, and I am persuaded is in you also" (II Timothy 1:5, NK JV ). We are always teaching someone something, and our biggest influence is on our family. Denny Wiscaver, Pastor Pam Nutter, Reporter PETERSBURG HOLINESS CHURCH Pastor 419-354- 5500 (C) Parsonage 812- 354-9446 Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship and special junior church services 10 :30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; weekly Wednesday night prayer meeting 7 p.m. Transportation available. Join us for monthly Bible study and youth night. Call PIKE COUNTY CENTER FOR WOMEN'S MINISTRIES Phone —812-582-8222 Office hours: Open Mon- day, Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m. till noon. Wednesday and Thursday, closed. Free peer counseling available, call 812-582-1486 or 812- 582-8222. There will be a five-week Bible study on II Corinthi- ans on Mondays from 10 -11 a.m. at the Pike County Cen- ter for women's ministries in Campbelltown. Grief Support Group (to help after the death of a spouse, child, family mem- ber or friend) will begin Tuesdays 6 -8 p.m. from September 12-December 5 at the Pike Co. Center, 339 State Rd. 61 in Campbell- town. To register, call or text 812-582-1486.