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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, Januar y 24, 2018 C-1 CHURCH Submit church items: Call: 812-354-8500 Email: news@pressdispatch.net or bring in a hard copy: 820 E. Poplar Street, Petersburg The Church Page is made possible by the following Firms and Businesses: Amber Manor Care Center Petersburg — 812-354-3001 Benner & Co. Heating and Air Petersburg — 812-354-3433 Computers Plus Radio Shack Petersburg — 812-354-9633 DougGlass DBA Hold Everything Self Storage — 812-354-1110 Four Star Fabricators Petersburg — 812-354-9995 www.fourstarfab.com Harris Funeral Home 7th and Walnut Streets, Petersburg Phone: 812-354-8844 Play & Learn Preschool Campbelltown — 812-354-3999 Solar Sources Coal for Steam and Industrial Market Petersburg — 812-354-8776 The Jewish people today The first book to read Religious Viewpoint by Clyde Dupin Minutes with the Bible by Pastor Cornelius R. Stam Baptist Baptist Baptist CHURCH CHURCH Notes Notes Notes Assembly of God Continued in next column Continued in next column Ramblings of my mind by Lowell Thomas The Jewish people and their history is proof that the Bible is the Word of God. In the old Testament we read about both the history and future of the Jewish people. Our President has confirmed this truth by moving our embassy to Jerusalem. In the world there are about sixteen million Jew- ish people. This means that the Jewish peo- ple comprise about one-third of one percent of the worlds population. Among America's 323 million citizens, almost six million are of Jewish heritage. Even though these are descendants of Abraham through the lin- eage of Isaac and Jacob, many do not have a strong religious faith. There are the Or- thodox Jews, the Conservative Jews, the Reform Jews and the Agnostic Jews. There are some who have accepted Christ as the Messiah. The astounding in- fluence of this small group of people can- not be explained apart from the Bible. They have excelled in politics, law, sci- ence, labor, the arts, medicine, journalism and the media. These achievements can be understood when we realize that this identifiable group have won more Nobel prizes than any other people. In my eight visits to Israel it is evident that the media is very unfair when reporting about happenings in the Holy Land. Some events are actually staged and others un- fairly reported. In years gone by, when life was simpler, men had more time to ponder over the real- ly important questions: What will become of me when I die? Is there a heaven — and a hell? Can I know God? Will He forgive my sins? If so, on what basis? What must I do to be saved? The materialism, commercialism and technology of our day, however, have so complicated life that secondary problems hinder many people from even considering at leisure that which is most important. Yet, despite all the hurry and anxiety, all the noise and distraction, there are troubled souls, hungering and thirsting for true satis- faction, for hearts cleansed from sin, for de- liverance from the awful burden of a guilty conscience. Such people should read Paul's Epistle to the Romans and meditate on its great mes- sage of salvation. In fact, this is the first book they ought to read. In Romans the inspired Apostle declares that "all have sinned" (3:23) and that "the wages of sin is death" (6:23). But this is not all. Romans also proclaims the good news that the Lord Jesus Christ "was delivered for our offenses, and was raised again for our justification" and that therefore we may have "peace with God through our Lord Je- sus Christ" (4:25; 5:1). More than this, Romans offers abundant grace to all who trust in Christ. "The law entered that the offence might abound, but where sin abounded grace did much more abound" (5:20,21). Thus believers are "justi- fied freely by [God's] grace, through the re- demption that is in Christ Jesus" (3:24) and "the [free] gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (6:23). We urge those who are not sure of salva- tion to read carefully and prayerfully this great Epistle to the Romans. You may be thanking God for the rest of your earthly life — and forever — that you did. January 20, 1968 was the day my wife and I said our wedding vows and began a life to- gether which could have been a best seller if it was a book. Our wedding was at 1 p.m. at the Peters- burg Free Methodist Church and was con- ducted by Rev. Browning. Huge wedding consisting of my parents, wife's parents and wife's aunt. My brother in-law was my best man and my wife's good friend was the maid of honor. A fter a few pictures were taken we were riding around in our blue 63 Ford con- vertible that you could hear for miles, be- cause all I had on it was resonators and no mufflers. Brother-in-law was driving and asked if it was okay to show off the sound. Two hours later I was under that car at Brad- field's station with a state patrolman watch- ing me put the mufflers back on. At least I didn't have to pay another fine. As you have read from some of my past articles that at times a good idea may sur- face from the peanut gallery in my head. Our grandson and his Mom and Dad along with Mamaw and Papaw was just passing colds and miseries back and forth like it was hot potato. Great idea why don't we keep the baby while everyone heals up? This worked and we were proud of our accomplishment until Continued on page 2 Gentle Shepherd Church of God host Derek and Sue Barton, January 28 The Gentle Shepherd Church of God, located at 8350 East 350 North (Fran- cisco) in rural Gibson Coun- ty, will host Derek and Sue Barton as its guests on Sun- day, January 28, at 6:30 p.m. (CST). There will be food and fellowship immediately after the concert. The pub- lic is invited. it was time for our 50th anniversary party on January 20, 2018 at the Moose lodge. Many, many people show up from all around and Connie and I come down with the stomach bug that we helped our grandson get through and the honored couple missed their 50th cel- ebration. Just one more chapter in a life that has certainly been everything but boring. We have been blessed to have so many great people in our lives and we sure thank everyone for all the great gifts and warm wishes. We love you all because God has placed you in our lives and we are all blessed. Well we are ready for another 50 and hope we all make it. As always be a blessing and be blessed BENEFIT FOR 13 YEAR OLD PARENTS: RONNIE & RITA TRAVIS MAKAYLA TRAVIS BENEFIT FOR 13 YEAR OLD PARENTS: RONNIE & RITA TRAVIS MAKAYLA TRAVIS Makayla has a rare ERF mutation, short stature, she is done growing, along with Scoliosis, Bone Dysplasia and other bone issues. She is scheduled for surgery Feb. 13. The benefit will help with cost of travel, meals and other needs so her parents can stay with her through this process. February 3 4pm-8pm Winslow Fire House 100 Walnut St., Winslow, IN Chili Supper & Silent AuCtion CHILI SUPPER PRICES: Adults $5 Children 10 & under $3 Free will donations or donations of items for auction are appreciated! For donation, contact: Dana Travis 812-677-7765 RIVER OF LIFE 342 E. CR 300 N. Petersburg Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m. and Con- sumed youth group 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 7 p.m.; Men's ministry meeting every other Thurs- day 10 a.m. If you would like a ride to and from church services, call 354-8800. Jim Gidcumb, Pastor BETHEL G.B. CHURCH 4933 E. Co. Rd. 900 S. Stendal Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. Bible study has been post- poned until further notice. Sunday, January 28 is the fourth Sunday and the morn- FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 7th and Poplar Street Petersburg 812-354-6582 or 812-789-3162 Welcome! A "Full Word" church reaching out in these final days of the "age of grace." Praise Team practice Sundays 9 a.m.; Sunday school 9:30 a.m., for all ag- es; morning worship 10 :30 a.m. Men's fellowship study each Monday at 7 p.m. at scheduled locations. Wom- IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH SBC 295 West Main Street Petersburg Church 812-354-9659 Pastor 812-890-9942 Email: awordfitlyspoken@ outlook.com 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. "Where two or more are gathered together, there I will be also." We had a small group attend Sunday school on Sunday, but several came in for church. We were hap- py to see those family mem- bers we'd missed; howev- er, sickness and slick roads still remain. Rev. Pancake's message centered around I Kings 19. We've all had a bad day. Elijah had several, but it wasn't until he listened to the still small voice of the Lord that he realized that God is with us in good times and in bad. Thank you, Lord, 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.; Sun- day morning worship ser- vice 10 a.m.; Sunday eve- ning service, Youth Group (6th grade through 19 years old), and Patch Club (4 yrs old through 5th grade) 6 p.m.; Thursday, prayer ser- vice 7 p.m. Scott Fulcher, Pastor en's studies meet on se- lected days. Contact the church at 812-354-6582 for details. Wednesdays: 6:30 p.m. Kids' Club for two years olds through fifth grade; Jr./Sr. high youth group for sixth-12th grades and adult Bible study. All adults and children are welcome to come to Grub (a full meal) at 6 p.m. If you are looking for a welcoming church that stands on the Word of God, a church that declares its dependency in Christ, then First Baptist could be the church for you. Visit us soon. We would be glad to have you. Van Ministry, Wednes- day evenings. Need a ride? Call 812-354-6582 Dr. C. Baxter, Jr., Pastor Sunday adult Bible study and children's Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; Sun- day morning worship 10 :40 a.m.; Sunday evening ser- vice at 6 p.m.; Wednesday, at 6 p.m. Adult Discipleship and Teamkids. Mission Statement for 2018 —New Beginnings: What would Jesus do? We will strive to be more like Jesus in all that we do. "Anyone who follows me will never walk in the dark- ness but will have the light of life" ( John 8:12). Joseph Roman, Pastor Clara Walls, Reporter for your listening ears and forgiving heart, even when we don't deserve it. Wednesday evening vid- eo series beginning at 6 p.m. January 28 will be assis- tant teacher Sunday and the offering will go to the build- ing fund. February 2 is Groundhog Day. Let's hope we don't have several more weeks of winter. On Sunday, February 11, we will have a regular busi- ness meeting following morning worship for the reading of the church letter to the association. Any other business will be discussed at this time. February 14 is Valentines Day, Ash Wednesday and prayer meeting. Monday, February 19 is Presidents Day. All feder- al offices will be closed, but Pike County schools will be in session. February 24 will be the United Association of In- diana Sunday School Con- vention at Camp Brosend in Newburgh. The meeting starts at 10 a.m. EST. New Liberty will be in charge of the noon meal. February 25 will be As- sistant teacher and build- ing fund Sunday. We continue working on the taking down of our build- ing in Jasper and hope to be- gin reconstruction of our new building in the spring and summer. Call Gary or Faron if you can help on Sat- urday. Our Mission Statement: Loving the 99, always look- ing for the one. Gary Pancake, Pastor Ivan Mason, Reporter