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Services and studies
Dayspring Apostolic — Worship begins at 11:15 a.m. at the church, 2127 Doctors Park Drive, Columbus. On Sunday, the church will be inspired by, “The Base of Depression,” taken from Job 14:1 where, “…Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble….”
Every visitor will receive a free gift. The Sunday education session starts at 10 a.m. and covers deliverance from Pharoah’s army, as shared in Exodus 14:23-31.
Bible Study is Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. and is a group empowerment study sponsored by Heart Changers International, LLC on depression, stress and grief with handout questions, which help build personal empowerment.
Prayer of Power starts at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday and is preceded with requests and instructions on prayer. The Celebrate Recovery session starts at 6:30 p.m. for about an hour.
Ignite is the Youth Growth Session that happens every Third Friday.
For more information please call 812-372-9336, or [email protected].
East Columbus United Methodist — Sunday events begin at 9 a.m. at East Columbus United Methodist Church at 2439 Indiana Ave. in Columbus, with fellowship time in the foyer with beverages and snacks. Worship begins at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School begins at 10:40 a.m. for all ages and Bible interests.
First United Methodist — On Sunday at the 9 a.m. Traditional service and the 11 a.m. Celebration service, Pastor Sarah Campbell will deliver the message, “Joyfully Giving Thanks” at the church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus.
The scripture will be Colossians 1:11-20. Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:10 a.m. Childcare is available during both services.
Information: 812-372-2851 or fumccolumbus.org.
First Presbyterian — On Sunday, Reign of Christ Sunday, the children of the church will lead in worship. They will share the message of 2 Kings 22:1-20; 23:1-3 and explore how God calls believers to follow Him. Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. at 512 Seventh St., Columbus.
Infant and toddler care is available 9:15 a.m. to noon. The men’s and women’s support groups meet on Fridays at 7 a.m. and a second men’s support group (working age men) meets every Monday at 6:15 a.m.
People in the community in need of a meal are invited to our Hot Meals offered Friday at 5 p.m. (please enter through the glass doors on Franklin).
The church is LGBTQ-friendly, open and affirming to all.
Information: fpccolumbus.org
Flintwood Wesleyan — On Sunday, the Amplify (non-traditional) service begins at at 9 a.m. with Sunday School classes at 10 a.m. in the regular rooms. The Well (traditional) service starts at 11 a.m. Both services are in the the main sanctuary and led by the Rev. Wes Jones, senior pastor.
The Prayer Team meets at 8 a.m.
Sunday evenings Celebrate Recovery begins with a meal at 5:25 p.m. in The Friendship Center and the meeting starts at 6 p.m. in the main Sanctuary. The public is invited to attend.
Connections, a ladies’ study group, led by Pastor Teri Jones, is resuming. The group will meet the second and fourth Mondays at 10 a.m. in the Friendship Center.
In the Beginning, a small group Bible study, meets at 6 p.m. Tuesday in The Friendship Center. New members are welcome to join.
Wednesday activities begins with a meal at 5:30 p.m. The program, iKids (Ignite Kids) On Fire For Jesus! starts at 6:15 p.m. This program is for kids in Pre-K through the sixth grade. If your child needs transportation, call the church office. The bus will run on Wednesday nights. The prayer team meets at 6:15 p.m. in the Prayer Room. Youth meets at 6:30 p.m. downstairs in the church. Bible study is at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary.
Thursday: Cub Scout Pack 588 will meet when events are scheduled and Boy Scout Troop 588 will meet at 7 p.m.
Information: 812-379-4287; [email protected]; flintwood.org.
Garden City Church of Christ — In the December sermon series, “The Christmas Playlist,”a young lady, a priest, a host of angels, and an older man will bring listeners to the heart of Christmas.
The church is located at 3245 Jonesville Road, Columbus.
All are welcome to join worship on Sundays at 10 a.m., and for the Christmas Eve candlelight service at 6 p.m. Dec. 24.
The church is led by Lead Minister Brian Gilroy and Family Life Minister Bryan Graves.
Grace Lutheran — Pastor John Armstrong will deliver the message on Sunday. Worship is at 8 and 10:30 a.m., with Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m.
“Alpha, an introduction to the Bible” continues 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday with the topic “How Can I Be Sure of My Faith?”
Searching Scripture class continues 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, with the topic “The Lord’s Supper.”
Wednesday, Pastor John Armstrong will bring a special Thanksgiving message. Thanksgiving Eve Worship is at 6:30 p.m.
Old Union United Church of Christ — Scriptures for the 10 a.m. Sunday service on Reign of Christ Sunday will include Jeremiah 23:1-6; Colossians 1:11-20; and Luke 23:33-43. The message will be “Working for Christ’s Kingdom.” It is the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost.
Sunday school will be at 9 a.m. with fellowship at 9:40 a.m.
The church is at 12703 N County Road 50W, Edinburgh.
Information: Visit the Facebook page or call 812-526-9430.
Petersville United Methodist — The Rev. Stormy Scherer-Berry will deliver the message “Change” on Sunday morning at the 9 a.m. worship service at the church, 2781 N. County Road 500E, Petersville.
The liturgist Sandy Williams will share scriptures from Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, and the focus for the day will be “Everything changes, so look for God in the present.”
Teresa Covert will give the children’s sermon, and the choir will provide special music. Coin offerings will be directed to the Bishop Children’s Christmas Fund. Fellowship will follow the service.
The Monday night Bible studies will meet at 6:30 p.m. with Baker’s Dozen meeting at the home of Larry and Connie Nolting, and The Journey meeting at the home of Chris Kimerling.
“Sit and Stitch” will meet Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m., also at the Nolting home.
Prayer Time, led by Barb Hedrick, will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning at the church.
Information: 812-546-4438; 574-780-2379.
St. Paul Lutheran — Christ The King Sunday will be celebrated Sunday with Pastor Doug Bauman delivering the message, “Crown Him Lord of All” based on Luke 23:27-43 at the 8 and 10:45 a.m. services at the church, 6045 E. State St., Columbus.
Christian Education classes for all ages will begin at 9:30 a.m.
Vicar Daniel Fickenscher will lead worship at the 2:30 p.m. Spanish Service with Spanish/English Sunday School following at 3:30 p.m.
A Thanksgiving Eve service with Holy Communion will be held Wednesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. with Pastor Bauman delivering the message “Bigger Barns,” based on Luke 12:13-21.
Information: 812-376-6504.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbus — The Rev. Shari Woodbury and Nicole Wiltrout will present the message, “For the Earth Forever Turning” at the 10 a.m. service on Sunday.
The message will explore various themes of gratitude and thanksgiving.
Information: 812-342-6230.
Westport Christian Church — The church will host a Thanksgiving Praise Gathering at 7 p.m. Monday, and will include several participating area churches.
The church is located at 102 W. Mulberery St., Westport.
Information: 812-591-3807.
Westside Community — Pastor Dennis Aud will lead the service this Sunday at 10 a.m. at the church at the corner of State Road 46 West and Tipton Lakes Boulevard. The children’s program for birth through sixth grade meets at the same time as the 10 a.m. worship service.
For more info on studies or small groups that meet during the week, call the church office at 812-342-8464.
Events
Community Church of Columbus Celebrate Recovery — The Celebrate Recovery program has launched two new women’s-only Celebrate Recovery groups.
One group meets at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the new Hub headquarters for the Alliance for Substance Abuse Progress at the United Way building, 1531 13th St. The second meets at midnight Fridays at Community Downtown at 522 Seventh St. in downtown Columbus.
Information: 812-348-6257 or cccolumbus.org.
First United Methodist — From 9 a.m. to noon today, FUMC will host the annual Cookie Walk in Fellowship Hall. Create your own box of decorated and specialty cookies sold by the pound, and add peanut brittle, fudge, candy, divinity and more, including vegan and allergy-friendly options. All proceeds support local, state and international missions.
On Dec. 7, FUMC will host Santa’s Workshop, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome to a morning filled with crafts and projects that kids of all ages will enjoy.
Information: 812-372-2851 or fumccolumbus.org.
South Central Indiana Christian Men’s Fellowship — The fellowship will host a meeting Dec. 3 at Burnsville Christian Church, 2891 S. County Road 900E, Columbus. A meal will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will consist of ham and beans, cornbread, fried potatoes, slaw, deserts and drinks. A program with Kendall Wildey of East Columbus Christian Church will begin at 7:15 p.m.
The theme will be “Seeking Him by Faith” from Romans 10:17 and Deuteronomy 4:29. The theme song will be “Great is Thy Faithfulness.
All are welcome.
