Calhoun Community Church
Welcome to the Good News from Calhoun Community Church. We are a multidenominational Congregation. Our church family gathers at 9:30 for pre-church food and fellowship. We use this special time for visiting with one another, welcoming guests as they arrive for Worship, and signing cards for encouragement for our card ministry. Jeremy Reed rang the church bell this morning to call our church families to worship at 10:00.
Those on our prayer list are Sondra and Jackson Short, Grayson Lowe, Debbie Joy, Wanda and Lynn Adams, Donald Hill, Dalton Conner, Paul Diaz’s father, Debby and Clint Land, Millie Redding, Amber, Patrick and Brecklyn Dittmer, Dave Burson and Joan Rasmussen. Special prayers for those folks in southeastern U.S.A. who are dealing with the aftermath of hurricane Helene and the threat of another hurricane. We 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 always thankful for Carol Lane for her delicious cookies, today they were “Everything Cookies”. Shirley Cardwell wanted to let everyone know that her daughter Carla Pickett was now home and doing very well and her great grandson Mason McNeely had a birthday and is the big 5 now. Wes and Tawyna Conner celebrated their 34th anniversary and we wish them many more. We were pleased to have LaDawn Burson in church with us today. Verna was pleased to share that her and Steve drove to Pleasant Hill to visit family and Verna got to meet her great, great grandchild, what a blessing for her. Tom and Barbara Colwell were absent as they took a short trip to Indiana to see Tom’s sister, we also missed Debbie Joy as she is taking advantage of her 1st month of retirement doing some traveling, and Linda Hawkins was on a trip also. We missed other members, but we all know that our church family lives are all busy ones. October is Pastor Appreciation Month and we sure want to recognize Pastor Jackson Short for all the great messages he has shared. Mason Keller lit the candles and then Brylee and Mason Keller served as usher today. Tonya Keller took Mason to the basement for children’s church and Brylee stayed upstairs and drew a portrait of today’s service, it is beautiful. We are thankful for everyone who pitches in when other members cannot be at church, especially Sue, who is there for anything needed.
Shelby Bicknell gave the message today, where he spoke about the “Power of Prayer”. It was a good message; Shelby is always willing to fill in when Jackson cannot make it to church. We were very fortunate to have special music from 3 of our members, Shelby sang a song that he makes up as he goes along, incredible talent, his song today was, “When I need you, you are there” Shelby reference this to Jesus, his church, his church family and his community, very well done. Verna sang a song about “On My Knees” We are so very lucky to have Verna and her singing talents. We then convinced Jeremy to sing a song and he sang about, “Get Back to the Basics of Life”, if you have never heard Jeremy sing, you are missing out, the final song sung by the church family was “How Great Thou Art” and Jeremy took that final verse to a whole new level, and it was amazing.
Harvesters Food Drop will be Friday, October 11th at regular time. We are a diverse group here at Calhoun Community Church. We try to have a little fun, show concern for each other, as well as Praise the Lord during our church experience.
We invite you to be our guest any Sunday morning at 10:00, come dressed as you are comfortable, bring the children for Sunday School, during the service and receive a blessing for your effort.
Church of Jesus Christ (of Latter Day Saints)
Free Community Family History and Genealogy training and support
When: Every Thursday beginning October 10th
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.
President Anspaugh (660) 351-3393, jerrybob1@charter.net
Brother Aldridge (405) 334-8255, aldridge.bob@gmail.com
Sister Box (816) 812-2434, katlen124@gmail.com
Please come join us for a fun and educational evening finding and learning about your ancestors, about who you are and where you come from. In these unsettled times in which we live, what better way to gain joy, happiness, and comfort in your live than to learn about your family history.
First Baptist
On Sunday, Pastor Pat Findley delivered the 4th message in the ‘In The Beginning’ series in Genesis titled “Random Chance or God’s Design”. Pastor Pat challenged members and guests to consider which idea of creation is more reasonable: that nothing exploded into something by random chance or that the complex design of the earth proves an intelligent designer. The Teleological case for God’s existence is that every design has a designer, the universe has a highly complex design, and, therefore, the universe had a designer. We do know that explosions destroy, rather than design. The more complex something is, the more important it becomes to have a designer. To believe that the intricacies needed for life to exist were created by random chance would require more faith than believing in God and His complex design. Creation is shouting that God exists, and deep down, we all have a sense of a higher power. The evidence points to design, and God reveals Himself through His creation.
MidWeek opportunities are offered at 6 pm on Wednesdays for kids, teens, and adults.
Celebrate Recovery is on Tuesday evenings at 5:30 pm at the Vansant location for anyone with hurts, habits, or hangups. GriefShare is offered on Wednesdays at 6 pm 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
How very blessed we are to have a God who is always with us. Even in the midst of the struggles and strife of life, He is with us. Because of his restorative mercy we are blessed, loved and forgiven. Thank you God! For the next three weeks the church will be using a different format of worship. A town hall style will be used as the congregation seeks the Lord’s will and direction in the future of First Presbyterian.
The Presbyterian Women met in Fellowship Hall Friday, 0ctober 4 th at 1:30 pm. Their Bible Study lesson was “Let Justice Roll Down: God’s Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation”. The women of the church make up this group of mission minded ladies. They are the hearts and minds behind the many mission activities undertaken by the congregation.
Sunday was the last day to bring items for the Festival of Sharing. Best Choice Labels, reading glasses and garden seed were collected. The donations of school supplies has exploded filling the shelves to capacity in the foyer.
Thirteen Blankets of Love were created on CUT & TIE DAY IN September. These soft, bright covers will be given to young girls and boys in our area when needed.
Tai Chi classes are still available on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 am in our Fellowship Hall. Join in the fun while you are strengthening your core and improving your balance.
Come visit First Presbyterian Church. An invitation is always extended. Friendly people will make you feel at home. Worship begins at 10:30 am.
Check out the monthly newsletter and calendar on our website fpcclintonmo.net
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 Sunday at 10:00 am and Wednesday at 6:30 pm.
Trinity Lutheran
Zoe’s Home is currently looking for people interested in sponsoring Halloween costumes for the children living there. If you can help, let Emily know by calling her at 660-351-1189, or email estocking03@gmail.com.
In one sense, the Christian Church is invisible. This side of heaven, we cannot tell with certainty who is a believer and who isn’t. But, the Christian church is not always intangible. It is not everywhere. While the Christian church does exist at its most basic level wherever two or more are gathered in Christ’s name, the primary and ordinary place where the Christian church can be found is in a church building where God’s Word is faithfully taught, and the sacraments of Holy Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are rightly administered.
Many Christians say they don’t attend church because it is full of hypocrites and unbelievers who are just pretending to be believers. Hogwash! It’s unlikely millions of unbelievers are going to get out of bed and attend Sunday services just to trick their friends and others into thinking they’re Christians. The fact is, those who are truly believers in Jesus Christ are much more likely to be found in church on Sunday mornings, rather than at home lying in bed.
The Holy Spirit works through Word and Sacrament to create and sustain faith in people everywhere. The primary place where this happens is at the Christian church founded by God’s Son, Jesus Christ. Attend church this Sunday. The Holy Spirit is waiting for you there.
“Jesus suffered the death on the cross that we deserved.” Pastor William Smith, Trinity Lutheran Church, Appleton City and Clinton.
Divine Service 1:00 pm. Adult Sunday School Noon. Church phone 660-885-4728.
Urich Baptist
Another beautiful day to give thanks and worship the Lord. Clint Keeney rang the church bell. Mrs. Julia Klinefelter led in the congregational singing with Mrs. Dixie Collins playing piano and Mrs. Rebecca Sowell playing violin. We rejoiced with Casi Miller on her birthday and with Michael and Julia Klinefelter on their 31st wedding anniversary. Randy Vogt and Clint Keeney rang the church bell.
The scripture passage from Pastor Joshua Sowell’s sermon was from Romans 9: 6-29.
This passage describes the simplicity of salvation. The Gospel simply says for us to repent of our sins and believe God sent His Son Jesus to earth to die for our sins so we could have eternal life in heaven. God loves us all the same and is merciful and just to all. His love is constant and endures forever. God shows His love through discipline, His care, and love. All we need is a true heartfelt love for our Lord and Savior. Share the love and have a blessed week.
Valley Center United
We pray for peace and justice for all people everywhere and that we may defeat the powers of hatred and evil with our love and hope. And we pray that we keep our hearts forever opened, allowing the space for the Spirit to come and heal the hurts, forgive the betrayals and grant the patience needed in our trying moments.
We are an open and affirming church and welcome all to come and worship with us next Sunday morning at 9 am.
What a fun and delicious “Sweet Sunday” at Valley Center this morning after worship service! We thank the Jim and Stephanie Neuenschwander family for hosting this event!
We are working hard preparing for our many friends and family that will attend our Valley Center’s 33rd annual Oktoberfest on October 19th, with serving from 3:00-8:00. In addition to the delicious food, we will have singing, many handmade items from the bazaar to buy and tons of fellowship! See you there!!
We know that many homes have Bibles in them, but how many have been used or even worn? Those worn Bibles are perhaps the ones that have places marked which have obviously been read over and over. Those special passages are ones that seem to have made a connection between us and Jesus. Those stories are our lifeline and our guideline.
Jesus asked the Disciples, “Who do you say that I am”? There were many answers, but Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God”.
It seems like we are always trying to justify ourselves about what we say or how we believe. We often question why and how. We may manipulate the rules and do just what we want. But, even when we are doubtful or in trouble, Jesus “gets us” and loves us.
We need to read our Bibles everyday and ask ourselves the very same question that Christ asked his Disciples, “Who do you say I am,” and everyday the answer should be, “You are Jesus Christ, the son of God and our Messiah”.
Jesus gave his life for our salvation. It is by faith that is in our heart and soul that we know that he is the Son of God.
