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Calhoun Community Church
Greetings from Calhoun Community Church where everyone is somebody and Jesus Christ is Lord. We are located on the southeast corner of the Calhoun square. We are a Multi­Denominational congregation and gather for pre-church food and fellowship at 9:30 a.m. This is a special time for visiting, signing cards of encouragement for our card ministry, and welcoming guests for worship. Pastor Jerry Reed rang the church bell at 9:45 a.m. to call our church families to worship at 10:00.
We extend our Sympathy and Christian love to the family and Friends of Brian Bicknell, David Avery, and Joseph Azcona (police dectective in N.Y. killed by a 14 year old) who were called to their heavenly home this week. Others on our prayer list include Jan Reed, Chick Aker, Dennis and Marty Carter, Stanley and Elaine Egbert, Joe Goodrich, Patty Dump’s Mother Mary, Gerald Barrow, Taylie Stauber, Grayson Lowe, Sondra Short, Dave and LaDawn Burson, Amber, Patrick, and Brecklynn Dittmer. 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.
Joys to celebrate: We are grateful for warmer temperatures and signs of spring as well as being able to gather as a church family to glorify our Lord. We sang Happy Birthday to Linda Hawkins this morning and wishing her many more. Ms. Carol brought her famous Snicker-doodle cookies for our fellowship time, we extend our Thanks. Brylee Keller and Isabella Bradberry lit the altar candles and Brylee and Kesslyn Williamson served as ushers collecting the offering. Shelby Bicknell sang “My Brother and My Friend,” a song of his own composure for special music as a tribute to the memory of his brother Brian, and Jeremy Reed accompanied him on the drums. We were pleased to have Isabella Bradberry, Mariah Schrader, and Ron Hansen visiting this morning. Through the direction of Rev. Joe and Marlene Hall Harvesters Food Distribution will be at Calhoun Friday, March 14 at regular time. Volunteers are always welcome for this worthwhile program. “All things can be acomplished through Jesus Christ,” has a much deeper meaning for the seven ofus who stepped out in faith 2 years ago to restart our former UMC as Calhoun Community Church. Our growth has been amazing with 36 today. Praise the LORD!!!
We are a country church where country folk gather to glorify the Lord and socialize one with another. We are a diverse group and invite you to be our guest any Sunday for worship, we promise you will receive a blessing for your effort and we will be blessed also. Come dressed as you are comfortable and bring the children for Sunday School during the service. Follow us on Facebook each week@ Calhoun Community Church.

Church of Jesus Christ (of Latter Day Saints)
FREE Family History and Genealogy training and support to the local Clinton community, and the surrounding counties of Henry, Benton, Johnson and St Clair.
When: Every Wednesday
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: 297 NW 40 Rd, Clinton, MO 64735
We provide FREE access to the following ancestorial databases and websites:
Ancestry, American Ancestors, Family Search, FindMyPast, Geneanet, MyHeritage
We have access to a huge archive of historical documents, a record of key life events of your ancestors, to help you find and tell the story of your family.
Including: Cemetery records, Birth, death, and marriage records, Census Records, Obituary records, And much more.
We will have trained Genealogists on hand to answer any questions and guide you through the process. Contact info is below should you have questions or need help.
Caiden Wilkins (660) 351-4322, caidenwilkins14@gmail.com
Bodey Paulson (208) 217-0574, bubbaman2224@gmail.com
Sister Box (816) 812-2434, katlen124@gmail.com
Join us for a fun and inspiring evening as we explore the fascinating stories of your ancestors and discover more about who you are and where you come from.
In these uncertain times, what better way to find joy, comfort, and a sense of belonging than by connecting with your family history?

Church of Jesus Christ (Clinton Restoration Branch)
Pastor, Elder Duane Stowell
phone # 816-732-5574 our website is www.cmorb.org
Family Worship: 9:45 am, Sunday School: 10:00 am, Preaching Service: 11:00 am
We are located at 1311 Event Space, while preparing to build at 4079 N13 Hwy. in Clinton, MO.
We invite you to come and worship with us and share in the Glorious Gospel.
Our Epitome of Faith and Doctrine is: We believe in God the Eternal Father, and in His Son Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost. We believe that men will be punished for their own sins, and not for Adam’s transgression. We believe that through the atonement of Jesus Christ all mankind may be saved by obedience to the laws and ordinances of the gospel. We believe that these ordinances are, first Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, repentance; third, baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost. We believe that a man must be called of God by prophecy, and by laying on of hands, by those who are in authority to preach the gospel and administer in the ordinances thereof. ( Will follow with more in next Sunday’s Service.)
On Sunday 16th of March our speaker will be Paul Frinsthal, with pot luck following the service. We welcome you to come and worship with us.

Corinth Baptist
502 NW Highway N • Chilhowee, MO 64733
Rev. Dale W. Snyder • 660-351-9151
Sunday School 9:30 am • Worship Service 10:30 am.

First Baptist
On Sunday, Student Pastor Ryan Campos delivered a powerful examination of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness. Pastor Ryan invited members and guests to reflect on their own struggles with sin and temptation. The account in Luke 4 reveals how Jesus, though truly God, experienced real human trials. This reminds us that in our moments of weakness, we’re not alone. The Holy Spirit, who led Jesus into the wilderness, is also with us in our trials. We’re challenged to trust in God’s provisions, worship Him alone, and cling to His word when faced with temptation. Just as Jesus resisted Satan’s offers of instant gratification and power, we too can resist the temporary pleasures of sin by focusing on God’s eternal plan for us. This message encourages us to see our identity not in our failures, but in Christ’s victory. By His grace, we can overcome sin and grow more Christ-like, fulfilling our true human potential!
First Baptist Church services are streamed live on our Facebook page (FirstBaptistChurchClinton) at 11:00. You can also view services from our website www.firstbaptistclinton.church, and our app, which is available for Apple and Android products. For anyone with hurts, habits, or hangups, Celebrate Recovery is on Tuesday evenings at the Vansant location, following dinner served at 5:30 pm. For those mourning the death of a loved one, GriefShare is on Thursdays at 6pm at the Vansant location. 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.
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
Our Lord Jesus Christ is able to sympathize with us in our weaknesses.
We are sinners. Jesus himself was tempted as we are, yet He was without sin. We can boldly and humbly ask our Lord for forgiveness. We will find help and mercy in our time of need. Rev. Mary Anna Townsend delivered the message “Belief in Christ: The Sure Foundation”. Her scripture choice was Luke 4: 1-13 and Romans 10: 8b – 13. Rick Lingenfelter played the anthem “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” on piano.
All 124 plus cans of soup in a wide variety of flavors and sizes was delivered to the Samaritan Center Food Pantry. Thank you to all who participated in this collection. Stay tuned to see what mission project the Presbyterian Women sponsor next.
Tai Chi classes continue on Mondays and Wednesday at 10:00 am in our Fellowship Hall. Join in the fun while you are strengthening your core and improving your balance.
An open invitation is always extended for you to come be a part of First Presbyterian Church. A warm, friendly atmosphere will welcome you. Worship begins at 10:30 am. Be sure to check out our website fpcclintonmo.net. where you will find the March Carillon newsletter and calendar of happenings so you can stay informed.

Redemption Point Apostolic Church
115 W Henry St. Clinton, MO. 64735
660-386-0690 • 573-378-9251
Website: www.rp.church
Bible Study - Come and hear the truth of Gods word, the teaching of the plan of Salvation, Gods plan for Man.
Service starts Sun. at 3:00 pm and Wed. at 6:30 pm.

Straight Up Ministries
Pastor Tom and Vicky Smith
Now located in Deepwater Mo.
408 South 8th Street
Services start on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am and currently have Sunday School class at 10:45 am
You are welcome to join us around 10:15 am on Sunday for coffee and donuts and to stay for the wonderful fellowship.
Tom stated they had been around Clinton approximately 12 years and he feels the Lord has moved their growing congregation to Deepwater, where they have been welcomed with open arms. Tom stated they know GOD is in the middle of it, because their church family has grown since moving to Deepwater.
Eventually the church plans to have Sunday night service at 6pm and Wednesday night service at 6 pm as well.
They currently have fellowship, dinner after services every third Sunday, their motto is,”Loving GOD, Loving each other.”
They have plans to expand their Church parking lot and are having a good will donation breakfast Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the church from 8am to noon, proceeds to go to the parking lot fund.
Come join us, make our wonderful church family your wonderful church family.

Trinity Lutheran
Evangelism is important. Why? Because Jesus said it is.
Jesus said: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to the whole creation. He who believes and is baptized shall be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.” (Mark 16:15-16).
Even so, evangelism is considered by many Christians today to be an old-fashioned, out-of-date concept.. Those who oppose proselytizing argue, “If all paths lead to the same God, then what difference does it make what religion a person is? All that really matters is an individual be sincere in his religious beliefs and does his best to follow his beliefs, whatever they may be.”
Of course, this is nonsense. All paths don’t lead to the same God. There is only one true God...the triune God of Christianity...Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. His name in human form is Jesus. “And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” (Acts 4;12).
Every interaction we have with others is an opportunity for evangelism. We witness to others not so much through words, but by how we live and conduct ourselves as we go about our daily lives. Christians should live their lives in such a manner that others want the same faith in Jesus that they see in those they know who are believers.
If we do this, those around us will be interested and open to an invitation to attend church with us. There they will hear the preaching of the gospel and observe the administration of the sacraments. It is through these “means of grace,” Word and Sacrament, that the Holy Spirit works salvation and strengthens faith in all of us.
We don’t have to be Bible experts or great orators to witness to others. We don’t have to know the answer to every spiritual question someone might have. We don’t have to “convince” someone we know to become a Christian. All we need do is live our normal, everyday lives and let the Holy Spirit do the rest.
Invite someone you know to attend church with you this Sunday. You may be surprised when they respond, “I’ve been waiting for you to ask me.
Divine Service 1 pm. SS Noon. Ch. ph. 660-885-4728. Rev. William Smith, pastor.

Urich Baptist
All were blessed as we gathered to worship the Lord. Clint Keeney rang the church bell.
Mrs. Julia Klinefelter led in the congregational singing with Mrs. Dixie Collins playing piano.
We rejoiced with Lonny Bramell on his birthday. Randy Vogt and Clint Keeney collected the offering.
Steve Sowell filled in for Pastor Joshua Sowell to bring the message. The scripture passage from his sermon was from John 1: 19-28. In this passage John the Baptist was being questioned by priests and Levites asking him who he was. John denied being the Christ, or a Prophet, or a miracle worker. He said that he was a voice for truth and the one who comes after me is the Messiah, the Christ. Read scripture daily and be reminded of God’s truth. Have a wonderful week.