Appleton City Trinity UMC
Trinity, Rockville, and Mt. Zion United Methodist Churches had messages that are part of a new sermon series entitled The Struggles: How the Bible Guides Us through the Challenges of Life.
This week’s message was Unity. Specifically, we learned how all Christians are called to be in unity. We see a growing division in every part of our culture from politics to the church. This disunity also is growing in popularity, as we seem to believe that we are stronger alone than standing in unity with each other. Nothing could be farther from the truth in scripture. As Paul declares: “For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and we were all made to drink of one Spirit” (1 Cor 12:12).
Christians must remain united in our love for Christ, that the world may know us by this love we have for each other. Even if we have differences of opinion, we can remain united in our love for Christ and one another for the sake of our mission, which is making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. We hope that you will come and worship with us! See you soon!
Calhoun UMC
Welcome to the Good News from Calhoun Community Church (formerly Calhoun UMC) our church
family gathers at 9:30 a.m. for pre-church food and fellowship. We use this special time for visiting one with another, welcoming Guests as they arrive for Worship, and signing cards of encouragement for our card ministry.
Our Sympathy and christen love are extended to the friends and family of Martin Fields who passed into the arms of Jesus this week. Others on our prayer list: Pam Fields and family, Joan Rasmussen, Eddie Roth and family, Jackson and Sondra Short, Barbara Colwell, Phyllis Richardson, Patty Dump, Jean Dittmer, Millie Redding, and Dave Burson. We continue to pray for our military men and women and their families, as well as others in service jobs that we depend upon daily. Special Prayers today for the situation between Palestine and Israel; and the families who are suffering because of war. We pray for guidance as we continue forward as a Community Church on the square in Calhoun, Mo.
Joys to celebrate: A cold wet morning greeted us Sunday but didn’t dampen the spirit of our worship service. Congratulations to Dianne and Kenny Mills and Barbara and Tom Colwell on Wedding Anniversaries. Forty-four years for the Mills and fifty-six for the Colwells both couples were married at Calhoun UMC. Happy Birthday was sung to Debbie Joy. Ms. Verna sang “He Saw Beyond My Faults,” for special music. The Trunk or Treat Celebration Sat. evening on the square was a huge success in spite of the cold and rain. Some of those passing out treats took refuge in the Colt Show Building with others braving the weather outside. Hot dogs and chips were free of charge with a dance following the parade of about 200 children in costume. The Fifth Sunday Singspiration was held at Calhoun Community Church preceded by a Chili and Soup Supper Benefit. Attendance was down due to the weather but those in attendance had a wonderful time. Especially nice was a solo by Victoria Weldeen, her first ever. Others singing specials were grand as well. Scott Brooks played the piano to round out the evening.
Should you be looking for a new place to grow your faith come by for a visit. Coffee and a snack at 9:30 in the Welcome Room with Worship at 10:00; come dressed as you are comfortable, bring the youngsters and be prepared to receive a blessing for your effort. We are a Concerned and Praying Nondenominational Church, should you find yourself in need of prayer we encourage you to join us any Sunday morning. We will be blessed by your presents.
Drakes Chapel UMC
On this rainy, cool, fall Sunday, God’s beauty was ever present at Drake’s Chapel UMC.
We are still praising the women from Hope Project. Last Sunday they shared their cardboard testimonies. Their presentation was so powerful and inspiring. It was wonderful to see how God is working in their lives.
Pastor Margie’s message spoke to our hearts as she reminded us of the 2 greatest commandments. “Thou shall love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and all thy soul, and with all thy mind”. “This is the first great commandment and the second is like unto it: Thou shall love thy neighbor as thy self.”
The message gave us pause, to think about how we can do better as Christ followers. To be a little more like Jesus. To reach out to love others as He loves us.
Each one in our congregation received a colorful fall leaf. Pastor Margie asked us to find a prominent place for leaf to remind us to do some act of kindness. Perhaps for a neighbor or a stranger we meet that may just need a smile or a kind word. Compassion is a gift from God meant to be shared with others.
Next Sunday we will celebrate All Saints Day. A special Sunday when we honor all those who have passed this year. It is a very holy time and day of reflection.
We hope if you are looking for a place of worship and a place to call home you will consider Drakes Chapel UMC. Please join us any Sunday at 9:00. If not in person, look for Margie Briggs on Facebook live. We are located 5 miles East of Clinton, right off 52 Hwy, look for sign on the road. We hope this week we can all look for an opportunity to be a blessing to others, if only with a smile.
First Baptist
On Sunday, Pastor Pat Findley delivered the 7th message of his fall sermon series, ‘Weakness is Greater than Strength’. In Judges 7, after God weakened Gideon’s army because He was about to show His glory, God guides Gideon to a place where he could overhear the enemy, the Midianites. There, Gideon hears a man describing a nightmare about what was about to happen. Though fearful, Gideon realized that the enemy already knew his name, and feeling even more reassurance, Gideon began to worship. God, the Creator of the universe, knows exactly what we need, exactly when we need it. God is with us every step of the way. He knows the fears of our hearts and the encouragement we need in His perfect time. God clearly promises His guidance, and He leads us, one baby step at a time. Are you trusting the Lord with all your heart? We are sinners and Jesus wants to be our savior! Jesus is Lord!
Trunk or Treat is Tuesday, on Halloween! There will be no Celebrate Recovery this week. Worship service times are 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School is offered at 8:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Youth and Children’s Ministries also align with these times. On Thursdays at 6 pm, GriefShare provides help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. For more information and upcoming events, please visit www.firstbaptistclinton.church or find us on Facebook at ‘First Baptist Church – Clinton, MO’.
We invite those without a church home to join us in worship of our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ. First Baptist Church exists to fulfill the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) by loving people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
First Presbyterian
We find ourselves today in a hurting world. People are in need of a kind word or act or even a smile. These good things show compassion to others. Let us always remember that as Christians we represent Christ to the world. Share His love and proclaim His goodness. Rev. Nancy Gillard finished the Love and Faith series with the message titled We Are All Beggars, It’s True. Matthew 15: 21 – 28 was the scripture of reference. ‘Is He Worthy?” was our anthem presented by the choral choir.
The Presbyterian Women will meet on Friday, November 3 at 1:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. There are studying lesson three, “A Woman Encounters Christ”, the unique encounter of a very ill woman with Jesus. All women of the church are invited to join in the study and fellowship.
Remember to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday night before bedtime. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 5th.
Tai Chi classes continue to meet here each Monday and Wednesday at 10:00 am. If you’re looking for something to help strengthen your core and improve balance then Tai Chi is the right fit. There’s plenty of room in the fellowship hall so plan on joining in the fun.
Are you looking for a church home? Please come join us. We would love to have you be a part of our friendly congregation. If you are unable to attend in person, our broadcasts are also available on-line at our website: fbcclintonmo.net or Facebook First Presbyterian Clinton MO. Stay updated on happenings at First Presbyterian by visiting our website. Our monthly newsletter, pictures and other interesting items about the church can be found there.
Mt. Calvary Apostolic Pentecostal
Luke 19:1-5.
God can change your life. People will judge others based on how they were raised. Christians feel this way too, however, anyone who is still breathing has a chance to be saved. God can heal someone on their deathbed.
God told Abraham to leave his country, and his kin, and he would make him a great nation. (Genesis 12:1-4)
Jos 24:2.
God’s ways are different than people’s. God saw something in Abraham that he pulled him away from his home country.
We are not to judge anyone. Give it to God he can pull anyone out of a situation.
When the Lord passed over Saul as King. He told Samuel to go to Jesse’s house. Both Jesse and Samuel thought each son that came forward would be God’s choice because they were of great stature and handsome. But God rejected them all and chose David, the youngest son. God looks at the heart. (1Samuel16:6-12)
Jesus told one tax collector that salvation had come to his house. The other tax collector he called to follow him. Matthew became one of Jesus’s disciples. He wrote one of the longest books of the New Testament. The Lord will call and save whom he wants. God Bless.
Urich Baptist
Cold air didn’t keep the faithful from worship service. Clint Keeney rang the church bell. Mrs. Julia Klinefelter led in the congregational singing with Mrs. Dixie Collins playing piano. Lonny Bramell and Clint Keeney collected the offering.
Interim Pastor Steve Sowell read Psalms 22 which describes Christ’s deity and explained His crucifixion that would happen 600 years later.
At this time crucifixion wasn’t done. Pastor Sowell then referred toJohn19:1-16. In this passage of the New Testament Jesus Christ is tried and sentenced to be crucified. This horrible and cruel way He died, he did to save us from sin. We need to give thanks daily for dying for our sins and the salvation He gives us. Have a blessed week.
Valley Center United
We are an open and affirming church and welcome all to come and worship with us next Sunday morning at 9 am.
We send our love and prayers to our dear Mary Chapman, who had a fall this past week. We continue our prayers for the Ukraine and Israel. We pray for the world and all the people in it.
God’s greatest commandment is one of love. He tells us, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength and love your neighbor as yourself”. Because of his powerful love for all of us, he sent his only Son to save us. We are obedient people when we understand that it is all about love.
Boundaries and restrictions are important. Jesus gives us laws to follow and a list of expectations and requirements for each of us. We can’t only do what we want.
We often have strong ideas and disregard what we are supposed to be doing. At times God wants to strip those ideas and opinions from us so we will do other things in our lives.
We need to stop and ask ourselves if we are doing the right thing and following God’s requirements as a faithful human. Are we feeding the poor, providing shelter for the homeless, or do we easily turn away those who are in need?
How refreshing it is when we use our energy to focus on what others need! When we take the opportunities to help others and to love all without judgment, we are obedient to God’s word.
