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10A Daily News – Saturday, October 6, 2012 Religion Faith&Worship Voices of Faith How do you know you're following God's plan? START MOVING FORWARD The Rev. Holly McKissick, pastor, Peace Christian Church in Kansas City, Mo., and Overland Park, Kan.: "Go forward," she kept saying. "Go forward. Then take a left at the light." "Which way?" I asked. "Forward." I kept thinking, why doesn't she just say, straight, go Living on shifting sand or a solid rock? straight. Forward. If you ask another gay person, you might just get the same thoughtful response. My church mem- ber learned this expression when she was coming out of the closet 20 years ago. Go forward. It was not a put-down to folks who were straight. It was a call to live as she was created to be, to recognize that she was made in God's image. That was Jesus' challenge to the disciples. They were a part of the "inner circle," but at times they were clue- less. Jesus' words went over their heads. He called them to a new place, but they wanted to cover the same ground. "Jesus, everyone is looking for you, let's go back to our old stomping ground; they loved us there." Jesus responded, "No, let us go elsewhere, for that is what I came out to do." Elsewhere. This is the only place in the New Testa- ment where that word is used. It's a powerful word, a guiding word. As the saying goes, "if you are not attempting something you've never done before, you will never grow." If the road looks familiar, chances are good it's the wrong one. IS IT THE RIGHT THING? Rabbi Avi Weinstein, head of Jewish studies, Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy: Free choice is axiomatic in Judaism. The choices between right and wrong are usu- ally simple. tion regardless of what the consequence might be. This time of year is one of profound reflection for Did I do the right thing? It's always the right ques- in many ways. People want and need to feel safe and secure. As humans our number one basic need is survival. To be sure that basic need is filled, there are many who want others to take care of them and tell them everything is going to be okay. If we listen to what we hear on the radio, news, or even what is being said by others, the mes- sage can be confusing as well as alarming. For one who has been priv- ileged to have lived a long life, I am writing in hopes to give encourage- ment to others. Things are changing all around us talked about freedoms, he said he was troubled that so many people take for granted what we have. He reminded me of the free- dom I have to dress as I desire where others can- not; I can go to school and get an education where other women cannot; I am free to drive when and where I want, and Ican go out in public alone. Thinking back when I was young, I remember when I first started dri- ving a car back in 1902; the price of gas was twenty four cents a gallon. Well, it wasn't really in 1902, it just seems like it. Although that was many years ago, it is true never the less. We were free to come and go, drive with- out seat belts and ride without hel- mets. Since then laws have increased and freedoms decreased, while prices continue to soar. Time moves on and now we are in a new age with cameras everywhere and privacy a thing of the past. In the midst of all the changes taking place, there is one thing you and I can count on with certainty, and that is the God that doesn't change. He is the same yesterday, today and for- ever. He also promises that He will never leave us or forsake us. So when I wake up each day I remind myself, "New mercies I see every morning". I mentioned freedom because I The harder decisions are those that seem to be morally neutral, but they still have the potential to wreak havoc with life. the Jewish faith. Redemption awaits on the other side of the gate, and penitence is the key that opens the hearts to higher purpose. know my freedom came with a huge price. Although the 4th of July has passed, it never ceases to be celebrat- ed in my heart. Recently my neighbor was sharing his view of the 4th. As he I celebrate my spiritual freedoms by coming bold- ly to the throne of Grace. Although I am female, at one time that was not allowed either. I also cele- brate the reality of freedom to be "Me". I am free from the tormentor of my soul because Christ set me free from the kingdom of darkness and put me in the Kingdom of Light. He came to set the captives free. I am free from guilt, shame, fear, sorrow and darkness in every realm. What is the ultimate freedom? Freedom from fear, for fear has tor- ment. Fear of failure, or fear of suc- cess; whatever it is called if it makes us fearful it is torment. As we hear or see the news we know it will not be good. Therefore, in my own life, I am continually learning to accept the things I cannot change, and change the things that I can, while asking God for wisdom to know the differ- ence. That is freedom. Because others gave their lives and fought for our freedoms I get to live safely in my own country. I am not, nor ever will be politically cor- rect in some eyes. I am a true inde- pendent American and a patriot at heart who is eternally free. I know what my rights are. Free- dom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom to bear arms are my rights, not some government granted privilege. Because I am a Christian I have other rights and freedoms. I am free to be me, to love God, to love my neighbor as myself. I am free to forgive and to be for- given. Brenda Ballentine GodTalk to enjoy it. Our soldiers are the gate keepers who are protecting our free- doms. I pray we all remember to pray for them, and do our part to real- ly love one another and pray for each other. We are blessed to have the privilege and responsibilities that come with living in this great coun- try, our country, America. Please pray especially during this time of elections that God will be glorified and remember…"Let Freedom Ring!" I do not wait to celebrate my freedom one day a year. I celebrate life and freedom every day. I realize the ulti- mate price of freedom came at the cross. Our country was built upon that founda- tion and gives us the liberty Brenda Ballentine is a licensed clinical social worker with an MA degree behind her and a doctoral degree in her future. She is best known in Tehama County for her work with burn survivors and first responders through the Northern California Burn Foundation. Rabbi Simcha Bunim of Peshischa, Poland, a great Hasidic master, once said that the definition of humili- ty is to be able to sincerely see yourself as you truly are. Such awareness of strengths and flaws is what we have the potential of knowing, and with this awareness it is possible to know what we are supposed to do with the choices that are presented to us. It will also help us improve and grow as this season of penitence and atonement requires. There might be many paths that one may choose, but a true sincere spirit will have God's approval, and God willing, his support. Send your questions for our panel of religion columnists to Helen Gray at The Star, 1729 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, MO 64108. Send email to hgray@kcstar.com. to prophecy Prophecies of Hope, an introduction to prophecy and the book of Daniel will be at the Red Bluff Sev- enth-day Adventist Church, 720 Jackson St., in Red Bluff on Sunday, Sept. 30. A light supper will be Introduction day, Conflict through the Centuries; Friday, Conflice Over False Worship. To register call 1(888) 837- 2694. Pastors Appreciation Dinner served at 6 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 7 p.m. The event continues through Friday, Oct. 5 as follows: Monday, Cosmic Warfare; Tuesday, The Controversy Begins; Thurs- The annual Pastors Appreciation Dinner will be Oct. 13 and help is needed. There is a need for seven more people to help set tables and serve dinner to make the evening enjoyable CHURCH CLIPS There is also a need for for the local pastors attend- ing. financial support as $400 more is needed to complete- ly fund the meal. Any con- tribution will assist the effort. Tax deductible gifts may be sent to Attn: Pastors Din- ner, First Church of God, 1005 S. Jackson St., Red Bluff. For more information call 209-7791. the word out about your Submit items If you would like to get Tehama County Church Directory CHAPEL OF THE FLOWERS 816 Walnut St. - Red Bluff FD 652 HOYT-COLE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP — 21080 Luther Rd. — Pastor J.E. Heitman 528-2499 — WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM & 6PM Red Bluff.... ANTELOPE HOME FELLOWSHIP(SBC) — Berrendos School — 401 Chestnut St 200-4112 — Pastor John Bohrer — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:45AM APOSTOLIC ASSEMBLY — 1321 Nelson Dr., Red Bluff. — 527-8541 Pastor Rudy Cepeda — WORSHIP — Sunday 1:00PM & Friday 7PM BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD — 625 Luther Rd. — 527-0445 WORSHIP — Sunday 10AM & 6PM CALVARY CHAPEL — 12375 Paskenta Rd. — 527-8219 Pastor Gilbert DeLao Jr. — WORSHIP — Sunday 9:00 & 11:00 am CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS — Antelope-545 Berrendos 529-2506 — Bishop James Beeman — SERVICES Begin Sunday 11:00AM CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS — Red Bluff-545 Berrendos 527-7012 — Bishop Earl Wintle — SERVICES Begin Sunday 9:00AM COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH — 598 Round -Up Ave. 527-4203 Pastor Dr. Paul Wright — WORSHIP — Sunday 9AM & 6PM CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF GOD — Hwy. 36, Jorgenson 527-9210 — Pastor Roy Duggins — WORSHIP — Sunday 10AM & 5PM FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH — 501 Pine St. — 527-4361 Pastor Bruce Cloutier — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:15AM FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH — Hickory & Madison — 527-4688 Pastor Dan Woolery — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM FIRST CHURCH OF GOD — Jackson & Luther — 527-5717 Pastor Rod Thompson — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:15AM FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE — Johnson & Hickory — 527-3361 Pastor Jesse Morris — WORSHIP — 10:30 AM FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH — 585 Kimball Rd. — 527-5083 Clyde Brandt — WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH — 525 David Ave. — 527-5754 Pastor Nancy Pharis-Cure — WORSHIP — Sunday 11:00AM GATEWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, IND. FUND. — 12830 Glasgow Dr. — 527-2964 Pastor Jeff Eldred — WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM & 6PM GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF RED BLUFF — 22630 Antelope Blvd. —530-727-7344 Pastor Carl Miller — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30am AM at Antelope School LAKE CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY CHURCH — Lake Club — 347 6970 Jim Bredow, Pastor — WORSHIP — Sunday 8:30AM-10:15AM LUTHERAN CHURCH, ST. PAUL — Jefferson & Elm — 527-3414 Pastor Dallas D. Dubke — WORSHIP — Sunday 8:30AM & 11AM NEIGHBORHOOD CHURCH — 1625 Johnson St. — 527-8134 Pastor Vern Milliken — SERVICE — 10:00AM NEW HOPE FOURSQUARE CHURCH — 925 Walnut St. — 528-0642 PastorS Steve and Linda Priest — WORSHIP — Sunday 10AM — Youth, Thurs. 6:00 PM NORTH VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH (Ind.) — 345 David Ave — 527-0543 WORSHIP — Sunday 10:50AM NUEVA VIDA — 11841 Hyw 99W — Red Bluff — Spanish-speaking Pastor Freddie Villasenor — WORSHIP — Sunday 11:00AM OPEN VISTAS AWARENESS CENTER — 900 Walnut St. — 529-9285 Rv. Tresha Wing — SERVICE — Sunday 10:00AM OUT OF THE BOX MINISTRIES-COWBOY CHURCH — 585-3070 Tehama District Fairground, Bull Sale Barn –– Wednesday 7:00PM –– Sunday 10:00AM Red Bluff.... PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH — Jefferson & Hickory St. — 527-0372 The Rev. Beth Hoyt — Worship Service 11:00 AM, Sunday School 9:30 AM, Child Care Available PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD — 370 Kimball Rd. — 527-6346 Pastor Mike Cox — WORSHIP — Sunday 11:00AM RED BLUFF COMMUNITY CHURCH — 1920 Park St. Pastor Stan Kolbert — SERVICES — Sunday 9:30AM — 282-2248 RED BLUFF GOSPEL ASSEMBLY — 836 Washington St. — 529-9909 Pastor John A. Partsch — WORSHIP — Sunday 1:30PM - Wednesday 7PM RIVERHOUSE CHURCH Pastors John & Connie Christenson Meets Saturdays at 6 pm at Red Bluff High School Cafeteria SABBATH COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN — 705 So. Jackson St. — 529-1890 Pastor Ron Largent — WORSHIP — Saturday 10:45AM SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH — 515 Main St. — Father Joyle T. Martinez MASS — Saturday 5:15, Spanish 7PM — Sunday 8:30AM, 10:30AM, Spanish 12PM THE SALVATION ARMY — 944 Walnut St. — 527-8530 Major Kit Wetter, Pastor — SERVICES — Sunday 10AM & 11AM SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRUCH — 720 S. Jackson — 527-3733 Pastor Jon Spoolman — WORSHIP — Saturday 10:45AM SHEPHERD HOUSE OF PRAYER — 601 Monroe St. 529-5350 — Pastor Brent Kohler — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:00AM ST. PETER'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH — Jefferson & Elm — 527-5205 Rev. Maryly Adair — Sunday 9:30AM, Holy Eucharist Rite II SUNRISE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP — C.B.A. — The corner of Cedar & Jackson — 527-6818 Pastor Byron Shaw, Pat Hurton — WORSHIP — 10:50AM — Bible Study 9:30AM TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL — 8529 Placer Rd., Redding 243-5726 — For service dates & times — 529-9246 TRINITY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH — 20920 Hampton Rhodes Drive — 528-8668 WORSHIP — Sunday 10:45AM - Wednesday 7:00PM TRUTH TABERNACLE — 285 Gilmore Road, Red Bluff — 527-5533 WORSHIP — Sunday 1:00PM - Sunday School 9:30AM UNION SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH — 1256 Walnut St. Bidwell School Cafeteria — 840-6177 Pastor Robert M. Wheatley — WORSHIP — Sunday 3PM only UNITED CHURCH OF GOD — 645 Antelope Blvd. Suite 13 — 824-3657 Pastor Herb Vierra— WORSHIP — Saturday 11:30 AM VINEYARD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP — 738 Walnut St. — 527-2449 Pastor Steve Igarta — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM WALNUT GROVE CHRISTIAN CENTER — RHEMA Bible Church 435 Round Up Ave. — 527-9065 — Pastor Michael Ragsdale — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM ZION CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES — 836 Washington St. 529-1836 — Pastor Joshua John McKim — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:15AM COMMUNITY CHURCH — Bowman Rd. & Landes — 347-6130 Pastor Mark Lugg — WORSHIP — Sunday 10AM Bowman... This directory sponsored by: Los Molinos.... COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH — Sherwood & Josephine — 384-2656 Coordinating Pastor Nancy Pharis-Curie—CLayM Pastor Ray Watkins — WORSHIP 11AM MILL CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH — HWY 99E and Taft St., 384-1564 Pastor Carl DeBiase — WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM & 6PM SPIRIT OF LIFE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD — 25235 Orange St. — 384-0100 Pastor Richard Tucker — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM & 6PM Corning... BELIEVERS CHURCH OF GOD — 783 Solano St. — 824-6502 Pastor Dan Steigmn — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:00AM BETHEL CHURCH — 1520 East St. — 824-0175 Ron Cottingham, Pastor — WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM CHURCH OF CHRIST — 1418 South St. — 824-3603 WORSHIP — Sunday — 10:30AM CHURCH OF CHRIST — 1440 Yolo St. — 824-4333 David King, Minister — WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM & 6PM CHURCH OFJESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS — Marguerite & Blackburn — Bishop A. Daniel Drum — WORSHIP — Sunday 10AM CORNING FOURSQUARE — 404 5th Street — 824-5776 — Sr. Pastor John Gehrung WORSHIP — Sunday: adults 9:15, 10:30 AM — Tues.10AM prayer meeting FAMILY BIBLE CHURCH — Marin & Pear Sts. — 824-0989 Pastor Joycel — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:45AM & 6PM FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH — 506 Colusa St. — 824-3490 Pastor Chris Fissori — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:15AM — Sunday School 9AM FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH — 1421 Marin St. — 824-5739 WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH — 824-5535 — Marguerite & McLane Pastor Howard Sanborn— WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM HARVEST CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH OF GOD — 1006 6th St. Corning 824-2091 — Pastor Michael Sharp — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:00AM IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH — 824-5879 — 814 Solano St. Father Juan Manuel Ponce — MASS — Sunday 10AM, 12:00PM - Spanish MT. OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH — 341 Solano St. — 824-5530 Pastor Dallas D. Dubke — WORSHIP — Sunday 9AM NEIGHBORHOOD FULL GOSPEL CHURCH — 901 South St. — 824-2323 Pastor Ken Killinger — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:50AM & 6PM NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY CHURCH — 824-3426 Pastor J.R. Gonzales — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:00AM - Sunday School 9AM OLIVE BRANCH BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP — 565 1st St. — 824-3661 — SERVICE — Sunday 10:30 AM SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH — West & Butte — 824-2153 Pastor Jose Torres — WORSHIP — Saturday 11AM ST. ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH — First & Marin Sts. — 824-4979 Rev. Diana Lueckert — CHURCH — Sunday 11AM Capay... COMMUNITY FRIENDS CHURCH — 4TH & MOLLER AVE. — 865-2806 Pastor TONI BROWN — WORSHIP — Sunday 9:30AM AUTO ELECTRIC INC. 1055 Main St. - Red Bluff RED BLUFF 527-5170 Cottonwood... FOURSQUARE CHURCH — 2400 Rhonda Rd. Rev. Paul Shrum — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM & 6PM Dairyville... CONE COMMUNITY METHODIST CHURCH — 11220 Hwy. 99E — 527-2329 Coordinating Pastor Nancy Pharis-Cure — CLayM Pastor Chris Bauer —WORSHIP — Sunday 9AM El Camino... COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH — Hwy. 99W — 385-2314 Pastor Nancy Pharis-Cure — WORSHIP — Sunday 9:30AM SHADY REST FULL GOSPEL CHURCH — 7211 Hwy. 99W 385-2155 — Pastor Andrew Dalson — WORSHIP — Saturday 7PM Gerber... BAHA'I FAITH OF TEHAMA COUNTY — 385-1091 Prayer meetings Fridays 7:30PM Brickyard Creek Apartments FAITH HOPE LOVE MINISTRIES — 21941 Chard Ave. 385-1431 — Pastor Ina Driggers — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM GERBER BIBLE FELLOWSHIP — 301 Samson @ Ventura 385-1718 — WORSHIP — Sunday 10AM Manton... MANTON COMMUNITY CHURCH — Forward Rd. — 474-5156 Pastor Michael Stiener —WORSHIP — Sunday School 9:30 Sun. 10:45 Paskenta... Platina... PASKENTA FLOURNOY BIBLE CHURCH — 13140 Round Valley Rd. Pastor Doug Maitia — Sunday 10:30AM — 833-0557 ST. HERMAN OF ALASKA MONASTERY — Begum Gorge Rd. Abbot Herman — LITURGY — Sunday 8:30AM Rancho Tehama... Tehama... COMMUNITY CHURCH (Non-Den.) — 585-2526 WORSHIP — Sunday 11AM CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRIES — 585-2975 Pastor Don Luke — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM/6:00PM ASSEMBLY OF GOD — Third St. — 384-2603 Pastor Walter Bright — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM ST. STANISLAUS CATHOLIC CHURCH — 824-5879 Corner of 4th & D — MASS — Sunday 8:00AM - English Vina... VINA COMMUNITY CHURCH — 5th & D Street — 839-2340 Pastor Larry Peterson — WORSHIP — Sunday 10:30AM & 6PM church's upcoming events, send us an e-mail at clerk@redbluffdai- lynews.com or fax it to us at 527-9251. To ensure that your information will get in on the requested Saturday, you should send it to us by the Monday before. Events can include special speakers during regular services, Vacation Bible Schools, classes and meetings, fundraisers and dinners and announce- ments of new clergy members or volunteer leaders.