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Thursday, July 25, 2019
Daughter of Vincent Price to present program at Church of Christ Aug. 18 Live FAT to Die Empty Janice Turner lived in the Atlanta, Georgia, area and was quite content with life until she sensed God placing a burden on her for the Lakota Native Americans in Allen, South Dakota. At the time, the call from God may not have made sense, since there were closer ministries to Native Americans, but for her, God’s call did not have to make sense. It was plain and simple to her, if God says go, then you go. So beginning in 2008 she made several 1,300 mile trips to build relationships and to enact a culture of change in an area that resembled a third-world country. Each December, she would take Christmas gifts for the children, each gift with the child’s name on it. She would bring troubled teens home with her so they could experience Atlanta. She addressed the problem of joblessness by helping to establish a bakery, a dollar store and a silk screen business. Her goal was to help unemployed residents find jobs and, through employment, help reduce depression that joblessness creates. As she built relationships, the doors for sharing the gospel of Jesus opened up and over the last several years she was able to see over half of the homes become led by Christians. On one such trip to South Dakota in 2013, she received a call from her doctor back home in Atlanta that she was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. The diagnosis did not stop her passion and drive to live out her call from God as she continued to make trips west until the cancer destroyed her health. In January 2016 she died. My friend Handel told me the story of going to visit her shortly before her death. His purpose was to encourage her, but as so often is the case, she encouraged him. As they were saying their goodbyes, she drew him close to her and in a weakened, soft voice challenged him by saying, “Handel, die empty!” When I was told that story I began to wonder, “How could I die empty?” How could I live my life in such a way, that when it was
all said and done, people would say of me, “David died empty!”? In an earlier conversation with Handel, he had shared an acronym with me that I believed applied to my question. The acronym was FAT - Faithful, Available, Teachable. We do not have to be a Peter, John or a Paul for God to use us. The disciples were a diverse group which included rugged fishermen, a despised tax collector, a day dreamer and at least one radical. God always uses people who trust their life to God daily and are willing to be “Faithful” in their obedience to Him in all the circumstances of life. When Jesus challenged the disciples to leave everything behind and follow Him they made themselves available to Him. Little did they understand what following Jesus would look like but they followed. Their response was much like Isaiah’s in the Old Testament when he made himself “Available” by telling God, “Lord, send me!” Another reason God used the disciples was they were “Teachable.” Even though they would spend three years with the greatest Rabbi of all time, they had a lot to learn, and not only learn, they would need to learn how to apply it to their lives. II Timothy 3:16-17 states, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” (ESV) We need to be teachable through studying and applying the principles found in God’s Word. Jim Elliot, who was killed along with four other men by the Huaorani people of Ecuador as they were trying to share the Gospel, once said “Wherever you are, be all there.” That statement has been a driving force in my life. Wherever God calls me, I must be all there. Furthermore, in order to “Die Empty” I must live FAT. Live FAT so you, too, can die empty. David Guess Pastor, Amsterdam Community Church of God
Amsterdam Church of God to hold VBS Aug. 5-9 The Amsterdam Community Church of God Vacation Bible School will be held nightly Aug. 5-9, 6-8:30 p.m. at the church, 8247 Bear Road S.E., Amsterdam. VBS is open to all children
from preschool to sixth grade. The theme this year is “In the Wild - Amazing Encounters with Jesus.” The children will spend an exciting week of games, crafts, singing, snacks and most of all,
learning more about Jesus. Children who attended VBS will perform a program at church on Sunday, Aug. 11, to show everyone what they learned. Following that morning service, everyone will be invited to
a social gathering of food and fellowship. The church’s annual school supply giveaway will also be distributed at that time. For more information, please call the church at 740-543-3927.
Victoria Price, author, inspirational speaker and daughter of movie icon Vincent Price will present the program, “The Price of Fear & The Legacy of Love”, when she speaks Sunday, Aug. 18, at 6 p.m. at the Church of Christ (Christian Disciples) at 353 Moody Ave. SW, Carrollton. The presentation will include a live and media presentation on the life of her famous father containing a message of love, joy and compassion. The program is free and open to the public, however an offering will be accepted to help cover expenses. Church Pastor Mark Statler says “It’s a program that you definitely don’t want to miss.... and this is a precious opportunity that most churches or communities don’t ever get to experience”. The program is powerful and inspiring whether you are a fan of Vincent Price or not and Victoria’s intimate and dynamic presentation is very
VICTORIA PRICE moving. For more information, contact Pastor Mark at 330280-0653. Price will have her books and photos for purchase after the program. All are invited to come and share in this wonderful intimate evening of Victoria Price’s “The Price of Fear & The Legacy of Love”.
Assembly of God plans back-to-school prayer Carrollton Assembly of God Church invites the Carrollton community to join the congregation for a back-to-school prayer gathering Sunday, Aug. 18 beginning at 6 p.m. Members will meet at the elementary school at 6 p.m. for a
short prayer and then proceed to the new middle school/high school for a short prayer. Come join the church members as they gather together to ask God’s blessing and protection over the students, teachers, and workers in the district.
Community Blessings Bruce Wells to perform at Chestnut Ridge UMC dinner set in Perrysville Bruce Wells will be singing Sunday, July 28, at 6 p.m. at Chestnut Ridge United Methodist Church, 1177 Cinder Rd. N.E, Carrollton, during its monthly gospel sing. From Akron, Wells has trav-
eled with Highest Praise, the Master’s Quartet, the Master’s Voice, Down Home Gospel Quartet, Four By Grace and Heart’s Desire Quartet in addition to singing solo for the last 35 years.
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Amsterdam Community Church of God Pastor David Guess Main Street, Amsterdam Phone 740-543-3927 Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. & 7 P.M. Children’s Programs Wednesday 10:30 A.M. and 7 P.M. Kilgore Evangelical Church 8114 Germano Rd. S.E. Amsterdam Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Eve. 6 P.M. Wed. Bible Study 7 P.M. 330-739-5035 AUGUSTA Augusta Christian Church 8150 Andora Rd., NE, Augusta Phil Fairchild Phone 330-738-3302 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:30 A.M. BERGHOLZ Bergholz Faith Community Church Pastor Chad Thompson Rt. 524, Bergholz Phone 740-768-2835 Worship 10:45 A.M. CARROLLTON Baxters Ridge United Methodist Church Rev. Richard Wallace Office: 330-735-3187 4006 Jade N.W., Carrollton Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship Service 10:30 A.m. (Handicap Accessible) Carroll United Presbyterian Church Rev. Lewis Johnston 265 Second St. S.W. Carrollton Phone 330-627-4109 Sunday Worship 9:15 A.M. Carrollton Baptist Temple Pastor: David L. Powell 1211 Lincoln Ave. N.W., Carrollton Phone 627-5124 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M., 6 P.M. Wed. 7 P.M. Wed. Kings Kids & Youth 6:30 P.M. Free transportation for all services Carrollton Bible Chapel “Community Fellowship in Jesus Christ” Senior Pastor Dr. Chuck Wilson 365 Steubenville Rd. S.E. Carrollton Phone 627-7376 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. Youth Groups Wed. 6:30 P.M.
He has attended numerous ministry training conferences, served as pastor, elder, deacon, music committee, Christian radio DJ, television program producer, concert promoter and artist management serving
when and where the Lord calls him to serve. Also playing the piano that evening will be Bobby Moser of Minerva. The public is invited to attend. A love offering will be taken.
A free Community Blessings dinner will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, at the Perry Township hall in Perrysville. The dinner is sponsored by
Perrysville and Pleasant Hill United Methodist Churches. Upcoming dinners will be served Aug. 28, Sept. 25 and Oct. 30. For information all 330-627-7359.
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Carrollton Believers Fellowship “A God Experience for the Whole Family” Pastors Frank & Fran Leghart 3006 Waynesburg Rd., Carrollton Phone 330-627-4848 Mailing address: PO Box 146, Carollton, OH 44615 Services: Sunday 10 A.M. Wednesday 7 P.M. Children’s classes & Nursery at all services BLAZEYouthMinistry-Weds.7P.M. Carrollton Church of God Pastor Jarron Fry 371 Moody Ave., Carrollton Phone 330-627-4406 Sunday Worship 10:30 A.M. carrolltonchurchofgod.org Carrollton Church of The Nazarene Rev. Grace Baughman 274 Fifth St., N.W. Carrollton Phone 330-862-8016 Sunday Worship 11 A.M. Sunday School 10 A.M. Chestnut Ridge United Methodist Church Pastors Lee Iden 1177 Cinder Rd. NE, Carrollton Phone 330-614-4395 Sunday Worship 11:45 A.M. Church of Christ (Christian Disciples) Mark Statler 353 Moody Ave. S.W. Carrollton Phone 627-4451 Worship 10:00 A.M. Sunday School 9 A.M. The Family Worship Center Full Gospel Church Pastor Diana Bowling-Ruoff 225 N. Lisbon St., Carrollton Phone 330-627-5589 Sunday Worship 10:00 A.M. Children’s Church after Praise & Worship Wed. Night Prayer 7-8:00 P.M. First United Methodist Church Rev. Kimberly Arbaugh, Senior Pastor JP Snyder, Associate Pastor 253 S. Lisbon, Carrollton, 627-7671 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 8:15 A.M., 10:45 A.M. yellowbrickchurch.org The Bridge (Carroll County Fairgrounds) Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Harsh Bible Church Minister Ed Good 4236 Lunar Rd., Carrollton Phone 330-494-7559 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:30 A.M. Sunday Evening Service 6 P.M. Wednesday Bible Study 7 P.M.
Bud’s Flowers & Gifts See us at our new location! 80 W. Main St., Carrollton * 330-627-5114 The Ashton House Museum Open April-December 120 3rd St. NW, Carrollton *330-627-2682
First Presbyterian Church Rev. Mike Doak 200 N. Lisbon St., Carrollton Phone 627-4330 Church Service 10:30 A.M. Heaven’s Edge Apostolic Church Pastor Bill Grimes 1196 Brenner Rd. NE, Carrollton Phone 330-324-7969 Sunday Service 10 A.M. Thursday Bible Study 7 P.M.
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Herrington-Bethel United Methodist Church Pastor Allen Hill 4009 Arbor Rd., Mechanicstown Phone 330-627-5291 wwwHerringtonBethel.com Worship Service at 9:30 A.M.
Damascus Friends Church Malvern Campus Malvern High School, 401 W. Main St. Mark Wells, Campus pastor 330-605-8435 Contemporary Sunday Services: 9:30 Adult Sunday School 9:30 A.M. High-middle school 11 a.m. Children’s Reign Forest, both services
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Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Rev. Vernon Palo 89 Canyon Rd. S.W., Carrollton Worship 9:45 A.M. Sunday School 11 A.M. Office & Church Phone 330-627-2219
Christ Community Church Pastor Scott Welch 20 East Main St., Dellroy, Ohio Phone 330-735-2127 Men’s Group 8 A.M. L4 - Learning for Life 9 A.M. Worship Service 10 A.M. Kids Church 10 A.M. www.mychristcommunity.org
North Suburban Church of Christ Minister: Steve Wilsford 1067 N. Lisbon, Carrollton Phone 330-476-9749 Sunday - Bible Study 9:45 A.M. Sunday Worship 10:55 A.M., 6 P.M. Wednesday Bible Study 7 P.M. Free Bible Study Correspondence Course - P.O. Box 613, Carrollton,
Dellroy Church of the Nazarene Pastor Damon Spurgeon 7 Liberty St., Dellroy Phone 735-2609 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:30 A.M. Wed. Kids ROCK 5:30-7 p.m. Ladies Bible study 6-7:30 p.m Youth group 6:30-8 p.m.
Old Path Bible Baptist Pastor David Crisco 295 E. Main St., Carrollton Phone 330-575-4773 Sunday Bible Study 10 A.M. Sunday Service 11 A.M. WednesdayBibleStudy 6:30P.M.
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Seventh-day Adventist Pastor William Rodriguez 450 12th St., Carrollton 330-627-7777 or c: 440-465-4299 brboggess@juno.com SaturdayServices Sabbath School 2 P.M. Church Service 3 P.M. Thursday Bible Study @ 6:30 p.m. Handicap accessible Trinity Lutheran Church Rev. Andrew Riggs 275 N. Lisbon, Carrollton Phone 627-4840 Worship 11 A.M. Sunday School 9:45 A.M. Wesley Community Chapel Rev. Gordon Warner 569-12th St. N.W. Carrollton Phone 627-2917 Sunday School 9:45 A.M. Worship 10:45 A.M. Sunday Evening Service 6 P.M. Wednesday 7 P.M. Youth and children ministries VoAsh Lake Chapel Non-Denominational Church 6702 Morningside Dr. SW, Carrollton Pastor Ben Boggess Worship: Sunday, 10 a.m. Bible Study: Monday, 6:30 p.m.
Harrison Hills United Pentecostal Church Pastor Phillip Spellman 87800 Cadiz-Jewett Rd., Jewett Phone 740-946-2851 Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Worship 10:45 AM, Youth Service 5 PM Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 PM KILGORE / HARLEM SPRINGS Kilgore-Harsh Memorial United Methodist Church Rev. Mark Thomas Kilgore Kilgore Worship 9:30 A.M. Sunday School 10:30 A.M. Harsh Memorial Harlem Springs Phone 739-3472 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Tuesday Contemporary Praise and Worship Service, followed by small groups and youth group - 6:30 to 7 P.M. MAGNOLIA Sandy Valley Baptist Temple Pastor Matt Smith 530 Elson St. P.O. Box 482 Magnolia, Ohio 44643 Ph: 330-866-3254 Sunday School 10 A.M. Sunday Preaching 11 A.M. Sunday Evening 6 P.M. Wednesday Evening 7 P.M.
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First Christian Church of Malvern Kenny Thomas, Senior Minister Brandon Schwartz Jr./Sr. High Youth Minister Kevin Crater, Children’s Minister 4046 Coral Rd. NW., Malvern Phone 330-863-1303 8:30 a.m. - Heritage Service 10 a.m. - Connection Service 11:30 a.m. - Connection Service Malvern United Methodist Church Pastor Frank Zugaro 121 Wood St., Malvern Phone 330-863-0009 Worship: 9:30 A.M. Sunday School: 11 A.M. Youth: Sunday evenings at 6:30 P.M. New Vine Baptist Church 423 East Porter St., Malvern Pastor Steve Gilreath Phone 330-627-5972 Sunday Morning Worship: 11 A.M. Sunday Evening Worship: 6 P.M. Adult Bible Study and Youth Group: Thursday at 7 P.M. Resurrection Lutheran Church Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod Pastor Kevin Mcleod 105 S. Reed Ave. Malvern (location former the Village Florist) Services: Sunday at 9:30 A.M. Sunday School follows Service 330-205-2359 or 330-863-0178 www.resurrectionlutheranonline.com MINERVA Catholic Community of Minerva and Malvern Pastor Rev. Fr. Victor Cinson Office 330-868-4498 P.O. Box 275, Minerva, OH 44657 St. Gabriel 400 W High St., Minerva Saturday: 6 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Weekday: Tuesday & Thursday 9 a.m. St. Francis Xavier 125 Carrollton St., Malvern Saturday: 4 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Weekday: Monday & Wednesday 8 a.m.
Grace Chapel 22797 Ellsworth Ave., Minerva 330-868-6700 www.gracechapel.cc Sunday services meet at Minerva High School (501 Almeda Ave) Visit website for times and details Mt. Zion Church of God 13353 Lincoln St., Minerva Pastor Leamon R. Whitehead 330-868-1016 Sunday morning service 10 A.M. Sunday evening service 6 P.M. Thursday evening service 7 P.M. Pleasant Grove-Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Pastor John Carpenter 330-895-2011 (Cell) 740-262-8103 Pleasant Grove 5230 Arrow Rd. N.W., Minerva Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Mt. Zion 2004 Bellflower Rd., Minerva P.O. Box 163, Augusta, 44607 Phone 330- 895-2016 Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 A.M. Bible Study every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. (Vertical chair lift available, elevator like) PERRYSVILLE Perrysville-Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Pastor Dixie Hendricks Rt. 164, Perrysville Sunday School 9:30 A.M., Worship 10:30 Pleasant Hill Scio Rd. S.W. (Rt.332), Carrollton Worship 9 A.M. Sunday School 10 A.M. SALINEVILLE Greenbrier Non Denominational Church Harold Barber, pastor 330-738-3301 5207 Apollo Rd., Salineville Worship Service 10 A.M. Riley’s United Methodist Church Pastor Linda Barker Rt. 39, Salineville Worship 9:30 A.M. WAYNESBURG St. James Church Rev. Joseph Zamary, Pastor 400 W. Lisbon St., Waynesburg Phone 330-866-9449 Mass Saturday 4:30 P.M. Mass Sunday 9 A.M.
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