Category: Churches

Do You Take Time to Unwind, to Relax?

Winning the Battle for a Generation by: Pastor Rick Jones Early into my ministry, I discovered an important life-altering, life-saving principle, “to take time to unwind and relax.” I would often come home from my evening ministry meetings with young people all wound up, so much so that I could not come home and go…

Bethel College troupe to perform show about Eusebius Hershey at New Horizons Fellowship in New Haven

The Bethel College Genesians, a traveling drama troupe from Mishawaka, Ind., will perform Sunday, March 1st, at New Horizons Fellowship. The free performance begins at 6:00 p.m. Hershey is described as the first missionary in the history of the Missionary Church to answer the call “to serve Christ in ‘inhospitable lands.’” This season’s production is…

Contemporary Concert with Ryan Hirschy Ministries Rescheduled on February 28

A performance with Ryan Hirschy Ministries has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 28th at the Rockford Belle set to begin at 7:00 p.m. with doors open at 6:00 p.m. Ryan Hirschy and pianist Brad Byerly will perform a full contemporary, Christ-centered concert at 135 Market Street, Rockford. Together, they have entertained with an inspirational program…

What Are the Basics to Fulfilling Ministry?

Winning the Battle for a Generation by: Pastor Rick Jones There have been times in my ministry when I’ve had to take inventory: what is ministry about, what does it mean to “take care of business” when it comes to fulfilling ministry obligations? There has always been and probably always will be those who would…

Antwerp First Baptist Church Hosts Revival

On October 26-29 (Sunday through Wednesday), Antwerp First Baptist Church will be hosting a Revival beginning at 6:30 p.m. each evening. On Sunday Night, guest speaker, Pastor Levi, of the Latty Zion Baptist Church, Latty OH will be speaking. Following service, there will be pizza for everyone! On Monday through Wednesday, each evening, guest speaker,…

Clothing Giveaway at Melrose UMC

Melrose United Methodist Church will hold its annual Clothing Giveaway on Saturday, November 1st from 8:30-11:00 a.m. Any and all people are welcome to come get some of these free clothes. Anyone who is looking for something new, different or unique for their wardrobe is also welcome to attend this event. Donations can be given…

September at South Scipio

South Scipio United Brethren in Christ Church invites the Antwerp community to its September 21st outdoor worship service and carry-in lunch at the Antwerp Park pavilion. (Be our guests.  There will be plenty of food!) Music begins at 9:45 a.m. and the service will begin at 10:00 a.m.) The Agora on Waldo Hill will be…

Picnic in the Park in Antwerp to benefit Youth Center

On Sunday, September 14 at 12:00 Noon, the Antwerp Ministerial Association will be sponsoring a Picnic In The Park to benefit the Antwerp Community Youth Center. After church gets out, everyone in the community is welcome to gather together in the Riverside Park for a good chicken dinner made by The Country Chef. If you…

How do You Overcome Worry?

Will I lose my job? Will my children grow up to be healthy, responsible adults? Will I get a bad report when I take my physical exam? Will my marriage survive? Does my husband/wife still love me? Will I have enough money this week/month to pay my bills? And the questions that reflect our worry…

Weird Animals: Antwerp First Baptist VBS

Join Axl, Iggy, Milton, Shred and Fern as we embark on a Weird Animals Vacation Bible School adventure! Monday, August 4 through Friday, August 8 from 6:00-8:00 p.m., we will learn about how unique we are and how Jesus loves us ALL the time! We will have games, KidVid, crafts and stories that show us…