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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2016 Soup’s On to discuss evolving civilization On Monday, Feb. 15, beginning at at 6:30 p.m., everyone is invited to join a group from diverse spiritual paths who will discuss the topic: “An Ever-Advancing Civilization.” Humanity, the Bahá’í writ- ings explain, has passed through the stage of child- hood and now stands at the threshold of its collective maturity. “That which was applica- ble to human needs during the early history of the race can neither meet nor satisfy the demands of this day, this peri- od of newness and consum- mation...” say the writings. The evening will begin with bowls of seafood soup, homemade bread and vegeta- bles, followed by the eve- ning’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. Everyone is invited to attend. The Heintz home is at 875 Seventh St. For more information, call Suzanne Mann-Heintz at 541- 590-0779. St. Valentine letters to be read at UU Sunday On Valentine’s Day, Sunday, Feb. 14, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Florence Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, the Rev. Ruth Miller’s message is titled, “St. Valentine’s Letters from Prison.” “There are many explana- tions for this day, and the lit- tle cards and gifts we associ- ate with it, some of them rooted in our Judeo-Christian history,” Miller says, “others in the pagan traditions of this time of year. We’ll explore the symbols and their begin- nings, their current meanings and possibilities for the future.” The UU Fellowship, 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road, is wheelchair accessible. Each service concludes with refreshments and dia- logue circle to explore the questions that come up dur- ing each service. For more information visit www.uuflorence.org or call 541-997-2840. Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $10 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. 5 A Let go of the dead stuff in your life Have you ever hired a pro- fessional to prune a tree in your yard? Dave and I hire someone to do that for us and there are times when he cuts the branch- es back so far that I’ve said to him, “There is nothing left. You have totally destroyed our tree.” But he says, “You just watch and see.” And sure enough, before long the tree is much better looking than it was before. Just like trees need pruning from time to time to remove dead branches or areas where there is overgrowth, you and I need to be pruned or reshaped at different times in different areas of our lives. We may not enjoy the pruning process, but when it’s over, we’re much bet- ter off than we were before. You see, God wants us to be at our very best — spiritually, emotionally and physically. John 15:2 (AMPC) says, “Any branch in Me that does not bear fruit He cuts away; and He cleanses and repeatedly prunes every branch that con- tinues to bear fruit, to make it bear more and richer and more excellent fruit.” It’s good for us to stop and evaluate our lives sometimes and ask God to show us if there are things that need to be cut off because they are hindering our growth in our relationship with Him. Ask yourself: Am I dragging around “dead branches” in my life? Maybe it’s a bad relation- ship, an old wound from your past, or a negative attitude that keeps you from enjoying life to the fullest. It would be nice if we could see what God sees and say, “Yes, God. Let’s get rid of that dead branch.” But many times we’re too afraid to give up what we know for something new that we just can’t see or under- stand. The truth is you can be mis- erable dragging those dead things around or you can go through the pain of letting God “prune” them away. Even though it’s uncomfortable, the best thing you can do is let God prune you, because after the hard part is over, you will see some amazing results. God doesn’t want to see you struggle. He loves you so much that He will never give up on you. As we allow Him to speak into our lives, He teaches and trains us to be kind and gentle, peaceful and patient, loving and forgiving like Him. But we can- not develop that “fruit” on our own. John 15:4 (AMPC) says, “Just as no branch can bear fruit of itself without abiding in the vine, neither can you bear fruit unless you abide in Me.” In other words, we need to spend time with God. Our relationship with God is about much more than going to church on Sunday and reading the Word as a religious duty. He wants a personal relationship with each of us. When we stay connected to God through meaningful Bible study and prayer, we’re abiding in Jesus. God wants us to be so rooted and grounded in His love that nothing can shake us- so we’re able to bear good fruit in even the hardest, most diffi- cult seasons of life. God has a good plan for your life. He wants to take you to the next level in your relationship with Him, but there are some things that He wants you to leave behind — past hurts, inse- curities, or anything you look to for a sense of security other than God Himself. Don’t ever be afraid to sur- render to God so He can prune the things that are hurting and hindering you from moving for- ward in your relationship with Him. The apostle Paul said, “One thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize to which God in Christ Jesus is calling us upward” (Philippians 3:13-14 AMPC). Make a determined decision to let go of the past and press on to experience a fuller, richer, more abundant life in Christ. Pray today: “God, I’m tired of dragging this heavy load around with me. I’m ready to let it go so I can get on with my life and experience a new level of relationship with You. Help me to know that You love me and that You will work every- thing out for my good.” If we will totally give our- selves to God, He will give us His best for us. It may not be what we thought we wanted, but it will be exactly what we need. And it will be greater than anything we could have asked for. Christian women to gather for conference IF:Gathering is holding a conference Friday, Feb. 26, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a break for lunch, at the Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. Seating is limited, so regis- To be included in this directory contact the Siuslaw News at 997-3441, or drop off information at 148 Maple St., Old Town, Florence. J OIN U S I N W ORSHIP 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 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Located at Munsel Lake Road and North Fork Road Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday All are welcome! 541-997-7268 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 FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1st Sunday of Month Worship 10:30 All other Sundays Worship 9 A.M. & 10:30 A.M. 2nd & Kngwood • (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) 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. 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 CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE CHURCH-UPC 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 1525 12th St., Suite 24 •541-991-9398 Sunday Services: 10am and 6pm Tues. Bible Study 7:00pm FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 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 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. 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 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 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Reverend Greg Wood Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 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. tration is required. IF:Gathering brings togeth- er women from all over the world to humbly seek God and equips them to better live out their callings. It is a raw, authentic and community-driven global gathering for women who desire to invest in and love one another across denomina- tions, generations and cul- tures. The gathering seeks to model, resource and empower women so that they can create fresh, honest spaces in their local places to wrestle with essential questions of faith such as: IF God is real ... then what? IF God is real, then we want more than anything to live like it. To register, visit www.if gatheringFlorence.eventbrite. com. Hear stories of faith at New Life Lutheran New Life Lutheran Church will be hearing the “Faith Stories” of lives of faith. This has been a faith practice around the season of Lent at other churches, where atten- dees can learn through shar- ing their experiences of faith and healing with others. Lenten Services are each Wednesday at noon and 6 p.m., with soup and bread after the worship. The Holden Evening Prayer song book will be used for the music, which celebrates the season of Lent. The Lenten worships dates include Feb. 17 and 24 and March 2, 9 and 16. New Life Lutheran is at 21st and Spruce streets, between Florence Food Share and ABC Preschool. All are welcome to share their own stories of faith, or just come to listen. Presbyterian Church hosts ‘Simple Suppers’ Wednesdays At 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays throughout Lent, the Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw will have a simple supper and a time of fellowship and wor- ship to prepare for Easter. This Wednesday, Feb. 17, will be a service of song and meditation; Feb. 24 will be renewal of Baptismal vows; March 2 will be a service of healing and wholeness; March 9 will be worship with a more contemporary feel; March 16 will be art and music and March 23 will be a traditional Seder meal. The Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw is at 3996 Highway 101 north. Sunday service is at 10 a.m. Call 541-997-7136 for more information. VOICE YOUR OPINION! Write a Letter to the Editor: E DITOR @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Group Wed. 7-8:30 p.m. Online Worship Service@ www.fl orencenaz.com 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. 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. Pastor Randy Benscoter 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. 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 Visit us online: www.TheSiuslawNews.com.