SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2015 Determination is a must God is the Chief of Change. He is always doing a new thing, always working in our lives. However, His promises for us don’t just automatically happen. There are some things that can hinder us from moving forward in life. One is an old mindset. Mark 2:22 says “no one puts new wine into old wine- skins; if he does, the wine will burst the skins, and the wine is lost and the bottles destroyed; but new wine is to be put in new wineskins” (AMP). In other words, your mind needs to be renewed. You need a fresh new out- look based on God’s Word and His promises. Knowing God’s will for your life will help you in your determination to keep mov- ing. Now when you decide to move forward, be prep- ared because you will be opposed. The enemy will not make it easy for you to do God’s will. It will be up to you to stay determined and keep pressing on. One of the tactics of the enemy is to lie to you. For example, he may tell you, “It’s too late.” You may be thinking of going back to school after many years. Or maybe you need to make up for some past mistakes. It’s not too late. You might have had a big dream at one time that you FLORENCE VINEYARD CHURCH Th ursday, July 16, at 6:00 p.m. Florence Vineyard Church will host the “Singing Balladeer & Prophet” Dick Williams Dick has operated in the prophetic gift s, for many years and has been blessed with an acute sensitivity to the leading of Holy Spirit. His gift ing as a musician and vocalist is both inspiring and uplift ing . . . Refreshments & Meet & Greet at 6:00 p.m. Service at 7:00 p.m. Florence Vineyard Church 541-268-2025 • 2610 Kingwood, Florence, OR never fulfilled. It’s never too late for you to follow your passion. Don’t believe Satan’s lies. You can always begin again. One word of caution: Don’t start if you aren’t deter- mined to finish. The reason I say this is because the enemy certainly won’t stop fighting your advance- ment. He is determined to stop you, so you must be unwavering about moving forward. What if I had given up when I felt that rejection? I would not be fulfilling God’s call on my life today — and I would be miser- able, because this is my pas- sion. Have you asked God to use you? If you are feeling a real passion to do something that aids or brings peace and encouragement to other people, it’s very likely that it is from God. And if you don’t do it, you will probably live a frus- trated life. Also as you move for- ward, beware: The devil wants to set you up to get upset. That is another part of his strategy to stop you from making progress. He will use people to distract you, criticize you, or outright reject you. And if that doesn’t stop you, he will likely attack other areas of your life to try and discourage you. Just remember: Greater is He that is in you. (See I John 4:4.) You have all you need, through Christ, to endure and outlast the devil. As you press in and press on, don’t look at your- self. Look at God. Ignore oth- ers’ criticism and unbelief and follow your God-given dream. Be determined to press past every lie of the enemy, every discouragement, and even rejection from others. Whatever you do, just keep moving. When you feel disheartened, keep moving. When others con- demn you, keep moving. Determination is a must. Take a lesson from David who was anointed 20 years before he became king (see I Samuel 17). He endured and overcame many obstacles in the mean- time, including a bear, a lion and a giant. Like David, don’t be afraid to face your enemy. Remember the things God has brought you through before and talk about your past victories, knowing that He is with you now. As long as you lean on, trust in and depend on God, it will never be too late for your victory. 5 A UU to discuss French Revolution’s roots The Rev. Ruth Miller will lead the worship service this Sunday, July 12, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Florence Unitarian Universalist Fell- owship. The title of Miller’s talk is “Religious Roots of the French Revolution.” “Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité” was the great shout of the students and workers in the streets of Paris almost 225 years ago. Where did they get those ideas? Why do those ideas matter to us? Miller will address these questions and more. The UU Fellowship Hall is located at 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road. FUUF is wheelchair acces- sible and each service concludes with refreshments and a dialogue circle to explore the questions that come up during each ser- vice. For more information, visit www.florenceuuf.org or call 541-997-2840. Soup’s On to discuss needs of others Monday Monday, July 13, at 6:30 p.m., everyone is invited to join a group with diverse backgrounds who like to dis- cuss some of life’s big ques- tions. This week’s subject will be “The Needs of Others.” Bahá’u’lláh said, “Be anxiously concerned with the needs of the age ye live in, and center your deliberations on its exigencies and require- ments.” The evening will begin with bowls of cheddar cheese soup, fruit, homemade warm bread and vegetables. Then follows the evening’s topic until 8:30 p.m. The gathering will end with prayers for the requests left in the prayer pole in the garden of the Florence Playhouse and those shared by the group. The discussion will take place at the home of James Heintz, 875 Seventh St. in Florence. Call 541-590-0616 for more information. Deadlines for press releases and news items are by noon Mondays and Thursdays. Email them to: P RESS R ELEASES @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM . Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $9 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. To be included in this directory contact the Siuslaw News at 997-3441, or drop off information at 148 Maple St., Old Town, Florence. Choice, luxury and d J OIN U S I N W ORSHIP Here at Spruce Point we provide assisted living as well as Alzheimer’s and dementia care in our Expressions community WATCH! 3 ANGELS BROADCASTING NETWORK (3ABN) TV UHF Channel 48. 24 hour Christian TV highlights Bible studies of prophecy, inspirational music, health lectures, healthy cooking and more. BAY BERRY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SINGSPIRATION You are invited to come and sing your favorite old time gospel hymns Every Friday night at 7pm • Non-denominational Bay Berry Square; 101 at Sutton Lake Dr. /milepost 185 N. For more information , please call 541-997-2681 COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. –Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD Corner of 10th & Maple –- 997-3533 Bible Study at 9:00 A.M. Services: Worship, 10:30 A.M. fl orencecrossroad.org • offi ce@fl orencecrossroad.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Dr. Marvin Owen Series ‘Through the Bible’ on Wednesdays 6 p.m. A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. Sun.; 11am & 6pm, Sunday school 9:45am. FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship & Kids Sunday School 10:00 located at 2nd & Kingwood (541) 997-6025 “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. – Youth Group: Sat., 6 p.m. Website:fl orence4square.com FLORENCE VINEYARD (GOD’S POWER HOUSE) Managed by 375 9th St Florence, OR 97439 Prestige Senior Living Ph: (541) 997-6111 Move In Specials! www.spruce-point.com 2610 Kingwood, Florence • 541-268-2025 Sunday Worship @ 10:00 a.m., experience the Power of the Holy Spirit Pastors: George & Beverly Sisemore Intercessory Prayer & Worship, Thursday night @ 5:00 pm fl orencevineyardchurch.com Wed-Sat 10-7 At City Lights Cinema 1930 Highway 101, Florence NEW LIFE CHURCH-UPC 1525 12th St., Suite 24 •541-991-9398 Sunday Services: 10am and 6pm Tues. Bible Study 7:00pm NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Adult Forum 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship services; Sun. 10:30am & Wed. 6pm. Pastor Lori Blake www.lutheranchurchfl orence.com BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER FRESH OUT OF THE BOX 541-991-0539 (we welcome call in orders) 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Pastor Steve Knowles Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 1833 Tamarack Street (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. www.churchofchristfl orence.org RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) “War is still not the answer.” FCNL We worship in homes at 11am Sundays Call 997-4237 or 902-9511 for locations. FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 Sunday school for all ages 9:15 a.m. • Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Group Wed. 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday School (for all ages) 9:50 a.m. RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. Dan Wurster, Pastor FLORENCE EVANGELICAL CHURCH 1318 Rhododendron Dr. –- 997-2523 – Worship at 11:00 AM –- Sunday School at 9:30 AM – Variety of Sunday evening activities - 5 PM Wed. Bible & Children classes at 6:00 PM Call for details. FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP N.W. Corner of Heceta Beach Road & Hwy. 101 Every Sunday at 10 a.m. All are welcome. (541) 997-2840 ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 The Rev. Georgia C. DuBose, Vicar 8:30am, Tuesdays, Morning Prayer Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. HOMETOWN STORE FLORENCE SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH Masses: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 NLY SAT. July 11 O Clearance Event Extra 10% OFF All clearance, closeout, & reconditioned d. in -k -a of e- on LOOK FOR . SUN. and MON LY N July 12 & 13 O VIP Event Extra 10% OFF ng Almost Everythi Storewide! BIG SAVINGS ON CLEARANCE, CLOSEOUT, RECONDITINED AND ONE-OF-A-KIND MERCHANDISE THROUGHOUT THE STORE! 685-A Hwy. 101 541-997-3273