July 04, 2008 08:42 pm
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St. Stephen’s
Episcopal
Services Sunday in the historic church at 217 N. Seventh St. includes Eucharists at 8 and 10 a.m. The children’s nursery opens at 9:45. Children’s Sunday is out for the summer.
After both services, join us in the Great Hall for camaraderie, coffee and conversation.
For more details, visit www.st-stephens-th.org or call (812) 232-5165 Tuesday through Friday.
The summer picnic has been rescheduled for Aug. 24 because of flooding at Fowler Park.
United Methodist Temple
Traditional Worship begins at 8:45 a.m., followed by Sunday school for all ages at 10, and contemporary worship at 11. Pastor Alan Rumble will preach from the book of Romans 7:15-25. Titled “For I Do Not Do.” This week, Merry Methodist will present the children’s message.
Kids Own Worship is a worship program for children ages 4 through third grade. Children will be dismissed from the sanctuary after the children’s message to attend.
Child care will be provided in the nursery for both worship services and Sunday school.
The church is collecting food to assist the families of the 14th and Chestnut Community Center. All donations many be dropped off in the Narthex in the barrels.
For a ride to church, call the church office 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and leave a message extension at extension 10.
For more information, go to www.terrehauteumtemple.org, e-mail: thumt@verizon.net, or call (812) 299-1898.
Unity Presbyterian Church
Worship service at 1207 E. Springhill Drive is at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. All are welcome. Unity celebrates the Lord’s Supper. Pastor Linda Peters sermon is: “Lighten Your Load.” The best things of life lie beyond words.
Every Thursday evening we invite you to our Praise and Potluck: praise at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30.
Call the church office at (812) 299-2206, visit www.unityth.com.
If you or someone you know needs food, call the Salvation Army or the church office.
St. George’s Episcopal Church, West Terre Haute
On Sunday, the Rev. Lorraine Coufal will lead adult Christian education from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. in the parish hall. Her topic will be “Mary Magdalene.” Coufal also will be celebrant for Holy Eucharist, Rite II, which begins at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. As is St. George’s custom on the first Sunday of the month, there will be prayers for healing after Holy Eucharist.
“The friendly little church on the hill,” is at 1337 N. Smith Place (on Ferguson Hill), West Terre Haute. For more information, contact Kelly Hammonds, bishop’s warden, (217) 826-5439; kellyjo829@yahoo.com or go to www.stgeorgeswth.indydio.org.
Coufal was ordained a priest in 1993 at Calvary Cathedral, Sioux Falls, S.D. In 1998, Coufal, originally from Nebraska, moved to Indianapolis where she is a staff chaplain at Indiana University Medical Center of Clarian Health Partners. She has been in chaplaincy since 1975 and has been chaplain in acute care hospitals, regional centers and psychiatric hospitals. She also was director of pastoral care at Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, S.D.
Coufal has a doctor of ministry, master of divinity, master of pastoral ministry and master of arts in teaching degrees.
Coffee hour with food and fellowship follows the 10 a.m. service. All are welcome to attend Christian Ed, Holy Eucharist and coffee hour.
Berean Baptist Church
The church is at 6770 N. Clinton St., and the Rev. Larry Lilly can be reached at (812) 466-4506.
The Bible Study Hour at 9:30 a.m. features Lauren Lopez teaching the junior class. The teen class will leave the church at 9:20 to meet at Burger King for their class. The Rev. Ron Marsh will teach the adult class in the auditorium in Berean this week.
The 10:30 hour will feature a sermon by Lilly titled, “Christ: Nice or Necessary?” This biblical sermon will clearly show that according to plain statements in the Bible, Christ is not only nice but absolutely necessary. People may think what they will, but human thought cannot change the truth of Scripture. This simple sermon may help you to grasp the true beauty of Christ and thereby embrace true hope, not only for daily living, but also for eternal life.
The Sounds of Victory will present a spirit-stirring song. John Lopez, trumpeter and congregation music leader, will sing a solo version of “The Lord’s Prayer.”
The 6 p.m. service will feature another lesson from “Gleanings From Daniel” with this week’s sermon titled, “The Information Explosion: Omen of End Times?” Lilly will point out the Bible verse that spoke of an explosion of knowledge as being significant of the nearness of Christ’s coming. Not only is this verse interesting, but several companion verses give insight as to how we should live with the increased light due to this information.
Ron Fivecoat will present special music.
Northside
Community UMC
Sunday school is at 9 a.m., Celebration of Worship at 10.
This Sunday, the church and pastor Frank welcomes missionaries Willem & Beth Charles from Haiti. The Charleses will present their mission and ministry in Haiti as well as reveal ways in which we can continue to support the wonderful things, God is doing in Haiti. We are excited about this presentation and would encourage anyone interested in International Missions to join us this Sunday. If you are looking for a warm, friendly environment; a safe place for your kids, and inspiring worship, Northside Community UMC is the church family for you. We are located on the corners of Maple and Fruitridge avenues.
Tuesday Morning Bible Study is at 10 a.m. We continue our journey through the Gospel of Matthew. This study is open to anyone in the community.
At 7 p.m., Wednesday, our small group will meet to begin our new study based upon Philip Yancey’s book “What’s So Amazing About Grace.” If you are interested in participatinga, call the office at (812) 232-2478 so we can order enough books. For more information about the study, call the church and ask for extension 11. Child care is provided.
At 10 a.m. every Wednesday, there is a chapel service for Stepping Stones Child Development Center, however, it is open to the public.
The Highly Energized Anointed Teen & Tweens Youth Group meets the first, second and third Sundays of each month. The first Sunday we meet at the church for a group lesson with snacks. We go to the Light House Mission on the second Sunday of each month to serve the residents dinner. On the third Sunday we do something fun as a group. Call (812) 232-2478 for more information. Last week’s trivia question: In what book of the Bible can you find the story of David & Bathsheba?
Answer: II Samuel, Chapter 11.
This Week’s trivia question: According to the Gospel of John, what town was Jesus anointed by the poor woman?
Central Christian Church Disciples of Christ
Our worship service will begin at 9:30 a.m. and include a children’s moment led by the Rev. Rebecca Zelensky. Children (and adults) of all ages are invited to participate. Throughout the summer we are having special music each Sunday by members and friends of our congregation. Everyone is invited to join us Sunday at 4950 E. Wabash Ave. Worship will be followed by a fellowship time with drinks and doughnuts.
Sunday school will begin at 11 a.m. Zelensky will lead one of our adult classes in a discussion from the book “Longing for Enough in a Culture of More.” Nursery care is provided during worship and Sunday school.
The church office or our minister can be reached at (812) 877-9959. The Web site is www.cccthdisciples.org.
“God calls Central Christian Church to be a welcoming and open faith community where Christian love, action and discipleship unite.” (Vision Statement of Central Christian Church.)
First Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Terre Haute
The church is at 1875 S. Fruitridge Ave., (812) 232-1193, uuputer@yahoo.com.
9:15 a.m. Sunday — “A Major Religious & Peace Issue: Poverty” will be the topic of the Rationalist Free Thinking Discussion Group, which includes members of the congregation as well as members of the community. The group discusses current socio-political events and trends.
9:15 a.m. Sunday — The Wisdom Circle will meet in the educational wing.
Sunday: T-Shirt Theology; Wear Your Favorite T-Shirt to Church” – Bill Carper and Miren Beristain. You will have the opportunity to share your beliefs as expressed by the T-Shirt you wear. Wear a T-Shirt to church with a statement or graphics that reflect your passion, theology, or beliefs and tell us why you enjoy wearing it. Let’s discover together if there are some common themes shared by our congregation.
Smith Park United Methodist
Pastor Ed Gladish and the congregation of the church invite you to worship with them at 9 a.m. Sunday. The sermon, “Come Unto Me” will be based on Matthew 11:16-30. Just as America has opened its arms to all people, Jesus also invites us to come to him. Traditional hymns and praise songs will create a joyful 4th of July worship experience.
During this month, “the church that cares” will celebrate Christmas in July by collecting board games for local schools. The church is north of West Terre Haute, on Ferguson Hill at 1512 N. Smith Place.
First Congregational Church
The Rev. Donald C. Mullen, senior minister at First Congregational Church, will preach Sunday on “Connected We Are Free.” His message will begin a sermon series on the heart and soul of congregationalism and the fellowship shared by autonomous churches. The Rev. Carlson will bring the children’s message.
At the heart of the gathering of this church, almost 175 years ago, was the spirit of congregationalism, begun with the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth, Mass., in 1620. Founded on the tenets of “faith, freedom and fellowship,” congregational worshippers believe in the autonomy of the local church and the headship of Christ in the congregation.
Join us for services, 8:30 (meditative) and 10:30 (traditional). A staffed nursery is available during the 10:30 service. All are welcome to share in the spirit of faith, freedom and fellowship at the church at 630 Ohio St. For more information, visit our Web site at www.FirstChurchTH.org.
Memorial United Methodist Church
The church is at 2701 Poplar St. At 8 a.m. Sunday, Partners in Prayer meet in the chapel with the pastors to pray for their work with the church and for their personal and professional needs.
At 8:45 a.m., the traditional service begins. The Rev. Jill Moffett Howard will be in the pulpit this week. Scripture will be Matthew 11:16-19, 26-30. The title of her sermon is “The invitation of all Invitations.” Jesus openly invites us to come to him and set aside our burdens so we may find rest for our souls if we only are willing to recognize and seek him in the unexpected, and realize that we do not always have to have all the answers.
Holy Communion will be celebrated.
9:45 to 10 a.m. – Fellowship and coffee time
10 a.m. – Sunday school begins for all ages
11 a.m. — Casual worship service
First Baptist
A Traditional worship service is at 9 a.m. and an informal service at 11:15. This Sunday, the Rev. Bernie Jackson will continue a summer sermon series on The Lord’s Prayer. The topic for this week is “On Earth and it is in Heaven” with Scripture text from Matthew 6:9-15. Special music will be presented at both services by instrumental soloist John Penry. Both services will include a brief patriotic tribute and the service of communion is also observed on the first Sunday of each month. A children’s story is included at both the traditional and informal services and children’s church for grades k-3 is provided during the 9 a.m. service. Sunday school, with classes for all ages, is at 10:15 a.m. and pre-school Sunday school and child care are available throughout the morning.
Members of the First Baptist youth group and their leaders are in Estes Park, Col., participating in the American Baptist National Youth Gathering. This event is held every four years and is planned for high-school and college-age students. It is coordinated through the National Ministries of the American Baptist Churches, USA. The theme for the 2008 Gathering is “More Than a Week” and it will feature with wonderful worship, dynamic dramas, energetic speakers and hundreds of youth and young adult leaders from throughout the country.
The First Baptist Music Ministry is planning a Children’s Music Day Camp for the week of July 28 to Aug. 1. Children from the church and community who will enter grades 1-6 are invited to participate. The featured musical will be “We Can Praise” written and arranged by Pam Andrews. Other activities include: drama, bells, banner making, creative movement/mime and creative writing classes. Cost for the week, if registration is received before July 6, is $20 per child, with a $5 discount for additional children from the same family. The camp concert will be at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 3. Early registration is requested as the enrollment will be limited to the first 30 children who sign up.
The church is at 4701 E Poplar Drive and more information regarding our services and ministries is available at www.thfbc.org.
Emmanuel UMC
Join us for Sunday school at 9:15 and worship at 10:30. Pastor Karen Bray will read from Romans 5:15-25 with the sermon on “Paul’s Riddle.”
Emmanuel is a host site for Angel Food ministries, where you can place an order for a “unit” of food, usually $65 worth, for only $30. The deadline for ordering a unit for this month is Sunday. The delivery date is July 19. For information or to place an order, call the church office.
The church is at 6076 U.S. 150, West Terre Haute, IN 47885, (812) 535-4218, eum1@verizon.net.
Central Presbyterian Church
The church at 125 N. Seventh St. will gather at 10:30 a.m. Sunday for traditional worship. Pastor Davis’ sermon, “Who will rescue me …? will be based on Romans 7:15-25a. The Lord’s Supper will be served, and volunteers will be commissioned for the upcoming youth mission trip to Lexington, Ky. Sunday school for all ages begins at 9:30 a.m. A time of light refreshment and conversation follows immediately after the worship service, downstairs in Fellowship Hall. Nursery care is provided. For more details, call the church office (812) 232-5049 or visit us online: www.thcpc.org.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel at the Carmelite Monastery
The Carmelite Monastery at 59 Allendale, will hold its annual public Novena in preparation for the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, from Tuesday to July 16. The services begin with Rosary and the Novena prayer at 7:30 p.m., followed by Mass. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available each evening.
Come and share in the spiritual renewal of these services of worship and inspiration. The officiating priest and homilist will be the Scripture scholar the Rev. Eugene Hensell, OSB.
Everyone is welcome.
Centenary United Methodist Church
The church is at 301 N. Seventh St. We invite you to our traditional worship service at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Deb Moore Hardin will preach, and Jennifer Shuck will provide the special music. Jerry Tennis will teach the Friendship Class at 10:45 a.m. Nursery care is provided. Ample parking is available behind the church, and the Seventh Street entrance is handicapped-accessible. After Sunday school classes on July 20, we will have a pot-luck dinner and displays of collections and creations. For information, call (812) 232-2319.
Trinity Lutheran Church
The church at 2620 Ohio Blvd. worships at 9:15 a.m. (summer single service). Pastor John Stacy’s message is “Double Citizenship” at 10:30 a.m., fellowship and group meeting time. Visitors expected.
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