Calhoun UMC
Welcome to the Good News from Calhoun United Methodist. We are a diverse group of folk pleased to gather in fellowship and love, to praise the Lord with church family and guests. We ring the church bell at 9:45 to call the “flock” to 10:00 Worship. Our service is live-streamed for face book.
We extend our Sympathy and Christian love to the family and friends of Mike Jones, Sharon (East) Friar’s daughter Alyssa, who passed into the arms of Jesus recently. Others on the prayer list are Sharon (East) Friar and family, Danny Stevens, Macayla and Jaden Hawkins and baby Kehlani, Audrey’s daughter Lisa, and the Burson family. We are asking for prayers for our church and congregation as we take a hard look at what God has in mind for us next.
Joys to celebrate: We were blessed with a good crowd for church this morning. Today was Ascension
Sunday as well as Arm Forces Day. We thank all service men and women for their service. Special music was “Softly and Tenderly” on CD. Linda Alford reported that nephew Kyle Houts had a 3 month checkup recently and everything checked out good. Pastor Margie was pleased to attend a baby shower for her newest grandson to be born in a few months. Marie Miller attended the High School graduation of
Granddaughter Lilly, who received a full athletic scholarship (wrestling) to Avila Collage in K.C. She was also pleased to have Granddaughter Mickey Hughes in church today. Steve Siercks attended Classmate Gary Jones’ funeral and was pleased to meet three other classmates there, Kim (Bilbruck) Weston, Terry Warner, and Mary (Bradley) Antwiler.
We welcome visitors any Sunday morning for worship, 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
church if you find yourself in need of prayer we encourage you to join us any Sunday morning. We will be blessed by your presents.
First Baptist
On Sunday, Youth Pastor Joey Conway used Matthew 28 to illustrate the Great Commission. He reminded members and guests of how Jesus came as a baby, began His ministry in his thirties, and commanded all of us to make disciples of all nations. When Jesus ascended into Heaven, He left us with the Holy Spirit, which He assures us is even better than having Him beside us. As we go, we can be confident that His power dwells in us through the Holy Spirit. Pastor Joey continued, describing how Jesus must appear as the King of Heaven, according to Revelation 1. Although this image may be intimidating, we are encouraged to know that He is for us, and that we should fear not. Because of this, we can have confidence to do what He calls us to do. Jesus is with us always!
Vacation Bible School will be held July 16th-21st. Children’s and youth camps are also approaching, and more information can be found at www.firstbaptistclinton.church. Celebrate Recovery is on Tuesday evening, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at FBC Vansant, for anyone with hurts, habits and hangups. Worship services are held at 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. For more information, please contact the church office at 660-885-2211.
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
In the brief time Jesus walked the earth, he demonstrated faithful love, the power of God and how to live a joyful and abundant life. His instructions are clear on how to live our earthly lives. Let us serve others and through this service flood the world with God’s love. Using 2 Timothy 4: 9 – 22 Rev. Nancy Gillard brought the message Asking for Directions: Holy Friendship. Pat Brock beautifully played the anthem which consisted of a medley of old time favorites.
We were blessed to have with us Carmen Rathert from The Pediatric Place. She shared with us about the center which is designed to support children with autism. Children with this diagnosis will receive behavioral intervention, social interaction, and speech-language therapy, dietetics, and/or counseling as needed. Their goal is to support these children and improve their ability to function daily. The Autism Center is scheduled to be an addition to the Clinton clinic location this year.
The Presbyterian Women have asked us to donate toothbrushes for the Samaritan Center. Toothbrushes are an essential part of our daily hygiene and health care routine. Your help is appreciated for this mission project. Donations may be placed on the shelves in the foyer.
The “Children in Africa” project continues with the addition of new dresses weekly. Our talented sewers are putting their skills to use. Everything you need to sew these clothing articles is available in the foyer. Ask a Naomi Ruth Circle lady for answers to any questions.
Tai Chi classes continue here each Monday at 10:00 and 11:00 am and Wednesday at 10:00 am in our fellowship hall. Tai Chi helps strengthen your core and improve balance. There is room for you to join in.
Come worship with us. You will find a friendly group of people greeting you. If in person worship is not an option watch the broadcasts available online at our website: fpcclintonmo.net or Facebook First Presbyterian Clinton MO. Stay updated on the happenings at First Presbyterian by visiting our website. There you will find our monthly newsletter, pictures and other interesting items about the church.
Mt. Calvary Apostolic Pentecostal
“Art Thou He That Should Come, or Do We Look For Another?
Mat 11:2-3. (KJV)
John the Baptist preached in the wilderness for all to repent of their sins and be baptized. Many came to him and he did baptize them. (Matthew 3:1-6)
It says in
Mat 3:7-10. (KJV)
John let the Pharisees and Sadducee know that there has to be enough fruit in a person for them to be saved.
They believed because they were sons of Abraham, that would be enough. John explained that they needed to repent individually for their sins.
Mat 3:13-17.
In all that John saw, he asked, if this Jesus was the one or should they look for another. Jesus wanted John to know that his disciples were witnesses to the miracles of Jesus.
John paved the way for Jesus. He preached repentance and baptized with water. When Jesus came, he baptized with the fire of Holy Spirit.
With the arrival of Jesus, nobody had to burn a sacrifice to atone for their sins any longer.
Mat 16:13-17.
It was important to Jesus that his disciples understand who he was. They would not be able to go out and preach about him if they did not know who he was.
In our present day, people struggle with understanding who Jesus is because they do not have the Holy Ghost. Those who aren’t saved do not understand how God is in everything.
The Apostle Paul explained that
1Co 15:50-53. (KJV)
There is no other Jesus. The Jesus John was questioning the disciples is the Lord, Jesus Christ. He is the same Lord we look to connect with today. God Bless.
St. Paul’s Episcopal
1837 East Hwy 7
2 miles past Walmart
St. Paul’s will celebrate The Feast of Pentecost, the day the disciples received the Holy Spirit, this Sunday. Everyone is encouraged to wear red, the color associated with flames of fire of the Holy Spirit.
“When Pentecost Day arrived, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound from heaven like the howling of a fierce wind filled the entire house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be individual flames of fire alighting on each one of them. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages as the spirit enabled them to speak (Acts 21-4).”
THE Pentecost Day must have been something so dramatic we can hardly conceive it. Flames on their heads! The ability to speak different languages! But Jesus had told his disciples in the last chapter of Matthew that he would be with them until the end of the ages, and the Holy Spirit DID come, and led the disciples through the work of continuing to spread the Good News.
The Holy Spirit continues to be with each of us even today. While we don’t have flames on our heads, God is with us throughout each day, helping us along the way -- always, sometimes speaking though our hearts or even the words and support of friends and family. The risen savior is with us, and we need to open ourselves to His presence.
Visitors are always welcome at St. Paul’s!
Trinity Lutheran
Thank you so much to everyone who made our 2nd Annual Fish for Life crappie tournament and fish fry such a success. Some $4,000 was raised in support of Zoe’s Home! Emily Stocking, Director.
The statement, “America is a Christian nation,” was completely non-controversial and widely accepted by evangelical Christians and most Americans for 250+ years. Today, however, it is considered by many to be a racially insensitive comment, and a sign those who subscribe to this view are, in fact, “White Nationalists.”
These days, many secular people, and even some Christians, commonly refer to White nationalists as “White Supremacists,” and Nazis. In fact, there is a movement underway to try and prevent evangelical Christians, aka “White Nationalists,” who believe America was founded on Christian principles and is still a primarily Christian nation from serving in the United States military!
The truth is, the United States of America has long been considered to be a Christian nation, especially blessed by Almighty God. This belief is reflected in the lyrics of the song, “America the Beautiful.”
Written in 1894, this patriotic song is considered by many people to be the nation’s unofficial national anthem, along-side The Star-Spangled Banner.” The lyrics reflect the idea that the USA is indeed, a Christian nation, blessed by God:
O beautiful for spacious skies,
For amber waves of grain,
For purple mountain majesties
Above the fruited plain!
America! America!
God shed his grace on thee
And crown thy good with brotherhood
From sea to shining sea!
Divine Service 1 pm; Sunday School, Noon. Ch. ph. 660-885-4728.
Urich Baptist
God blessed us with another beautiful day to worship him. Clint Keeney rang the church bell. Mrs. Julia Klinefelter led in the congregational singing with Mrs. Dixie Collins playing piano. Jim Kelsay and Clint Keeney collected the offering.
The scripture passage from Pastor chad Pollett’s sermon was from John 8: 39-47. In this passage Jesus is still at the Jewish festival being interrogated by the Pharisees who want to arrest and kill him. Even after all Jesus said and the miracles he performed they still didn’t believe who he was. Jesus said, (v.47 “He who belongs to God hears what God says. The reason you do not hear is that you do not belong to God.”) Every person must decide whether to be slaves to sin or choose to be a believer and servant to God. Choose God and be blessed and be with him and all believers for eternity. Have a great week.
Valley Center United
What does God require of us? To do justice, love kindness and to walk humbly with our God.
We are an open and affirming church and welcome all to come and worship with us on Sunday mornings!
We came on this beautiful day to praise God and give him all the glory! We congratulate Sean and Debbie (Neuenschwander) Van Slyke on their 35th wedding anniversary! There were four generations of their family in attendance today! What a great day of celebration!
We send our prayers of love and healing for those who are recuperating from or facing surgery. We continue our prayers for the people of the Ukraine.
There are many “Yes’s” and “no’s” in our lives. When we dream and yearn for something that becomes reality or when we work hard to finish a project, it is always great to hear or say, Yes! I did this! I kept focused and achieved my goal!
But there are times when the answer of ‘no’ comes to us, when actually we had expected a ‘yes’, and we are brokenhearted. But with this unexpected ‘no’ answer, comes an opportunity to look at ourselves. It forces us to work harder and to have more faith.
Jesus’s followers asked when he would come again, he answered, “No, it’s not for you to know”. If Jesus had told them the time or date, most would have sat around waiting, anticipating and worrying. Our churches would not have become the faithful places for teachers and leaders to share the good news for all to hear.
Until Jesus comes again, our job is to live every day, giving and helping others, loving thy neighbors, and to feed the hungry. It is a time for great opportunities, to find justice where there is injustice and a time to work harder to achieve what is expected of us.
We cannot just sit around and wait. Our reaction to the yes’s and no’s in our lives becomes who we are. We need to remember to reach out and listen before choosing what to do. Hearing ‘no’ is not the end, but an opportunity.
We thank you God for being in our lives and for the many opportunities that we have been given! Amen!
