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C-2 Church Wednesday, December 20, 2017 The Press-Dispatch Baptist Baptist Continued in next column Continued in next column Dear Santuh Klauz, Plz bring katnip, and take the dog! This week PAWS is fea- turing a captivating young cat named Jane, who has written Santa a letter in hopes he receives it be- fore Christmas. Jane has lived at PAWS since she was a young kit- ten and is hoping she finds a home in time for the holi- days. She is a very person- able feline, loves human attention, approximately six months old, has plush, golden fur with white ac- cents, spayed, has all her shots and can be adopted for $ 30, by calling 812-354- 9894. Remember the pets at PAWS this Christmas. The cats love Temptation treats and the dogs love chews and nylabomes or deer antlers. PAWS WEEK PAWS WEEK Pet of the JANE Continued from page 1 Continued on page 3 Independent PETERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 118 W Pike Ave., Petersburg • 812-354-8851 COMMUNITY SOUP SUPPER THURSDAY December 21 4:30-6:00 PM SOUP AND DESSERTS SERVED Parking in rear ALL ARE WELCOME! If you don't have a church home, we invite you to any of our services. Terry Beadles, Pastor Kathy Henderson, Report- er 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.; Sunday evening Bible study at 5 p.m. Business meeting third Sunday of each month, following morning worship. Join us this Sunday morning for our Christ- mas Eve service at 10 :30 a.m. Sunday school will be dismissed this week. We will have New Year's Eve service on Dec. 31, from 8 p.m. until midnight. Bring in the New Year with your church family. Every- one is welcome. "But the angel said to them, Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Sav- ior 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 appeared with the angel, 'Glory to God in the high- est and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests'" (Luke 2:10 -14). Praise God for the great- est gift of all time, His son, Jesus, who came to save the world from sin. AYRSHIRE VALLEY G.B. CHURCH 1947 E. Co. Rd. 375 S. Winslow Phone: 812-354-3862 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Jim King, superintendent, Paul Couts, assistant; morn- ing worship 10 :30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6:30 p.m. Merry Christmas. There will be a special Christmas Eve time this week. Morn- ing service will be at 10 a.m. EST, instead of 10 :30 a.m. No Sunday school and No evening service. If your church has cancelled Christ- mas Eve services. Come and join us at 10 a.m. You will GLEZEN G.B. CHURCH Corner of Center and Sycamore This Sunday there will be no Sunday school morning worship at 10 :30 a.m. and no Bible study on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Remember those on our prayer list, the shut ins and our lost loved ones. "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior had been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger." Sud- denly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rest" (Luke 2:10 -14). Merry Christmas God's good news. 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 5 p.m.; Wednesday Enrichment classes 5 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 morn- ing service; Celebrate Re- covery from 6 -7 p.m. at the Gathering Place in Win- slow; Wednesday night Bi- ble study at 6:30 p.m. Business meeting has been changed to every other month, instead of the second Wednesday of each month. The next business meeting will be January 10. Wednesday night, Dec. 20 at 6:30 p.m., we will be go- ing Christmas Caroling. We will be having services on Christmas Eve from 9:30 - 10 :30 a.m. New Year's Eve service will be at normal times, with Communion being served. "The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, who call upon Him in truth" (Psalm 145:18). Have you ever thought about what has happened because Christ has come in- to the world? That Babe in the manger of Bethlehem grew up to become our cru- cified and risen Savor and the world has never been the same. His compassion has made the world more compassionate. His healing touch has made the world more humanitarian. His selflessness has made the world more self-effacing. Christ drew a rainbow of hope around the shoulders of men and women and gave them something to live for. If Christ had not come, this world would indeed be a hopeless world. There would be no access to God, there would be no atonement for sin, there would be no for- giveness, and there would be no Savior. Yes, Christ came into the world and made it a better place. He will do the same for you, if you will open your life to Him. If at any time you have no church to attend, feel free to join us for services. I'm sure you will leave feeling blessed. May God bless each and every one. Remember Jesus is the reason for the season. Jerry "Tuffy" Blackwell, Pastor Sharon Kendall, Reporter NEW LIBERTY G.B. CHURCH (Coe) 1820 S. Co Rd. 800 S. Oakland City Gary Pancake, Pastor 812-664-4716 Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Faron McLaughlin, Super- intendent, Ryan Edrington, Assistant and Sunday morn- ing worship at 10 :30 a.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study at 6 p.m. We always anticipate Christmas. The eyes of a child bouncing waiting to open that first gift. Two bib- lical names you may never have heard of were antici- pating Christ's birth; Sime- on and Anna. So what are you looking for this Christ- mas? In Luke 2:22-38, we find Simeon looking for the Christ waiting for the con- secration of Israel. He was promised he would see the Christ before dying. He found what he was looking for. He was looking for com- fort. Then we find Anna, who had waited and prayed at the temple day and night and at the age of 84 found what she was looking for. She was looking for forgive- ness. So what are you look- ing for this Christmas? Look for Jesus Christ. Program practice this Wednesday and Friday nights at 6 p.m. December 21 will be the first day of winter. Christmas Break for Pike County Schools will begin on Friday, Dec. 22 and will resume January 3. Sunday, Dec. 24, will be our Christmas program, during morning worship. Gary and Ruby Pancake will be in charge of the program. Let them know if you'd like to help. Spend your Christ- mas Eve with Jesus. It will al- so be Assistant Teacher and Building Fund Sunday. December 25 is Christ- mas Day. Give thanks to God for His wonderful gift. December 31 will be New Year's Eve. Prepare for 2018. There will be no Fifth Sunday fellowship. Be much in prayer for those who are hurting this Christmas. Many need a word of encouragement, a small gift of hope, and a word of compassion. Even a smile and a simple "Merry Christmas" can bring that smile back to you. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Ivan Mason, Reporter 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. On Wednesday, Decem- ber 20, we will continue our Bible Study at 7:30. Our Christmas Program will be on Sunday, De- cember 24, beginning at 9:30 a.m. during our Sun- day school hour and go through the morning wor- ship service. Everyone is welcome. Nothing is planned for Wednesday, December 27. Thought of the Week When others view our lives today, Our honesty is on display; Lord, help us point the way to You by do- ing what is right and true - Branon. Steve Selby, Pastor Alan Christmas, Report- er MT. OLIVE G.B. CHURCH (Cato) 6187 E. State Rd. 56 Winslow 812-354-6397 alexbenefiel@gmail.com December 24, regular Sunday service at 10 :30 a.m., as well as a short can- dlelight "midnight" service at 11:30 p.m. at the church to bring in Christmas Day. There will be no 6 p.m. ser- vice this Sunday. Regular services: Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; wor- ship at 10 :30 a.m., children church and nursery avail- able; Sunday evening mens/ womens and children groups at 6 p.m.; Wednesday, God's Little People and the God Squad, ages 3-12th grade meet from 6 -7:30 p.m. The children are served a full meal at the beginning of youth groups. On December 17, our youth presented their Christmas program during our morning worship ser- vice. It was the story of Je- sus's birth, with a bit of co- medic relief. The children did a great job. We had 85 in attendance and had a won- derful time of fellowship fol- lowing the play. On December 31, the Ot- well area churches will gath- er at Mt. Olive for the Fifth Sunday singing. Everyone is welcome to bring a special song. We are excited to bring in the New year worshiping our Father. Following the singing we will be hosting a fun-filled, safe New Years Eve party. We will all gath- er to play games and watch the ball drop at midnight. Ev- eryone is welcome to attend any of the above mentioned events. You are welcome to vis- it one of our services if you are without a home church. Helping others Know Christ, Grow in Christ, and Go forth to serve Christ. Alex Benefiel, Pastor Crystal Benefiel, Reporter welcomed to worship with us. New Year's Eve Sun- day will be regular service times. See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Ayrshi- reValleyGB. Frank A. Coleman, Pastor Christmas is not an easy time for everyone. Ma- ny have lost loved ones and many are alone in the world and don't have fami- lies to celebrate with. We pray that God will bless and comfort each one who is in need this Christmas and may we be open and re- sponsive to those in need. Remember He is only a prayer away. May God Bless you this Christmas and in the year to come, and if you don't have a church home, we invite you to join us. Ralph Newkirk, Pastor Marla Morrison, Report- er Catholic STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 711 Walnut Street Petersburg 812-354-6942 Mass Schedule: Saturday, Dec. 23 at 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 24, Fourth Sunday of Advent; There will be no 11 a.m. Mass; No CCD and adult Bible study—Christ- mas break. The Rosary is prayed before the Saturday evening mass and before the Sunday morning mass. Indi- vidual confessions 30 min- utes before weekend Mass- es at 5 p.m. and 10 :30 a.m. Christmas Eve family Mass at 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 25, Christ- mas, a Holy Day of Obliga- tion Mass at 10 a.m. "We all possess God-giv- en talents. No one can claim to be so poor that they have nothing to offer others"— Pope Francis. Merry Christmas. Frank Renner, Pastor Sue Willis, Reporter Christian 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. You are invited to attend these services. The Son of God "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counsel- or, Mighty God, Everlast- ing Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his gov- ernment and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David's throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with jus- tice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this" (Isa- iah 9:6 -7). Because He lives. John Manges, Minister Church of God 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 service 6:30 p.m. December 20, Open House at the parsonage from 6 -8 p.m. December 24, Christ Birthday offering and Com- munion, come and go, from 6 -8 p.m. "Thou shalt call his name Jesus" (Matthew 1:21). Merry Christmas to all. Remember Jesus is the rea- son for the season. Don Fausnaugh, Pastor Lisa Wilson, Reporter Church of God 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, Decem- ber 27, refreshments will be provided. Invite others to Bi- ble study. Women's Christmas party at Log Ends will be held on Thursday, December 28 at 6 p.m. Be sure to bring your $10 gift exchange present to the party. RSVP to Joy Wis- caver at 812-582-0264 so that we have a count on how many will be attending. Pray for our military and their protection. Also, re- member to pray for the USA, peace and for one an- other. Immanuel for Christmas "Therefore the Lord him- self will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel." (Isaiah 7:14, K JV ). During this time of year, we not only celebrate Christ- mas and the spirit of giv- ing, but we also celebrate the birth of our Lord Je- sus Christ (Immanuel). The word Immanuel means God with us. How wonder- ful is that? God gave us the greatest gift ever for Christ- mas, his son Jesus to save us from harm and deliver us from evil. So remember that for Christmas God gave you the gift of always being with you (or Immanuel) and nev- er against you. Have a Merry Christmas. 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 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. The account of the Wise Men at the manger look- ing at baby Jesus we have all seen portrayed for many years. But is that really how it is portrayed in the Bible? Look at Matthew and Luke side by side. In Luke chapter two angels appear to shepherds proclaiming the good news of the Christ be- ing born, and the shepherds see the babe in a manger. Matthew II, the wise men came into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother. We can accept the story the way we have been caught (by T.V ) or we can look to the Bible and teach it as it really happened. Merry Christmas, Jesus is the reason for this season. 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. UNION COMMUNITY CHURCH 3082 N. CR 850 W., Union Pastor 812-664-5454 Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship service 11 a.m. Both services are EDT; children's service every fifth Sunday— geared toward children. Everyone is welcome to the First Friday Fun, the first Friday of every month from 6 to 10 p.m. EDT, to work on craft projects, scrapbooking, 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 Chris- tie 812-664-5970, for more information. Kevin ( Janna) Easton, Pastor