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Antioch Baptist Church
3501 Hwy 828
Farmerville
318-368-3591
Early Worship – 8:30 a.m.
Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.
Bethel Temple Pentecostal Church
2144 Hwy 33 N.
Marion
Sunday School -11 a.m.
Sunday Worship -12 p.m.
318-608-6766
Canaan Baptist Church
502 Canaan Church Rd.
Spearsville
Sunday School -10am
Sunday Worship -11am
870-312-3440
Bro. Brian Williams
Conway Baptist
Church Homecoming
4323 HWY 549
North of Farmerville
Dean Baptist Church
2309 Hwy 827
Marion
Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.
Sunday Worship – 11 a.m.
Wed. 6:30pm
318-292-4463
Sunday school and church attendance was up some from last Sunday. Ellie Kennedy and Havyn Foster sang a special during the worship service. It is a blessing to have youth and children be a part of the choir and sang specials.
There is a Sunday school class for all age groups. We would love for you to join us Sunday. If you are looking for a home church we would love to have you at Dean.
Upcoming events:
08/23- 50th Wedding Anniversary honoring Virgil and Sharon McKinnie 2 PM 09/10-12- Union Parish Men’s Retreat link to sign up: upfallretreat. rsvpify.com
Opportunities to worship:
Sunday School 9:45 AM, Worship 11 AM, Sunday Night 5 PM. Wednesday night 6:30 PM
Bro Aleck is preaching through the book of Matthew on Sunday mornings and will start Acts Wednesday and Sunday nights.
Mark your calendars for Homecoming October 11. Bro Marty Black will speak at the AM service. Revival will start October 11th in the evening service.
10/11 Bro Rubin Weaver 10/12 Josh Luellen 10/13 Robbie Lawson 10/14 Luke Hockenjos
Zach Smith will lead music.
Downsville Baptist Church
9535 Highway 145
Downsville, LA 71234
318-334-7777
Dr. Alan Miller, Pastor
Evergreen Baptist Church
1380 Par Rd. 4410
Bernice
318-285-9484
Farmerville Methodist Church
301 Anthony Street
Sunday School – 10 a.m.
Sunday Worship – 11a.m. Nursery Available
GLOW Kids – Wednesdays @ 5pm
Youth Meeting – Wednesdays @ 5:45
318-368-3840
Rev. Hank Hamilton
Hello friends. Most of us own a Bible … or 2. And most of us have a Devotional book as well. This Devotional “lesson” was posted by.one of our dearest congressional members a few weeks ago. Hebrews 12:1 “Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.”
Many times, we need a prayer request answered. AND Sometimes, we have friend in need of solace. Hopefully we are pursuing that same “peace with all people” for ourselves, as well. Pray that this message brings the peace that only God/ Jesus can give us. John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
R e f l e c t i o n Have you ever received news that felt like the end of your story? One moment Hezekiah was leading a nation, the next he was facing death, turning his face to the wall as tears became his only prayer. The prophet’s words still hung in the air: ‘Put your house in order.’ Final. Devastating. Hopeless. But between his tears and heaven’s answer was only a courtyard’s distance. Before Isaiah could even leave the palace grounds, God stopped him with words that would change everything: ‘I have heard your prayer; I see your tears. I am with you.’ Don’t miss the tenderness here. The God who commands armies of angels notices tears. The One who holds the universe together pauses for a broken heart. He doesn’t just see—He responds. He doesn’t just hear—He moves. No committee meetings in heaven, no lengthy deliberations. Just pure love answering pain. Maybe you’re facing your own impossible today. Let this truth sink deep: the same God who noticed Hezekiah’s tears is noticing yours. Your tears aren’t wasted. Your prayers aren’t ignored. Between your pain and His comforting response might only be a courtyard’s distance. Ask Yourself What burden can I pour out to God today, trusting that He hears and cares? Is there a prayer I have given up on, that I need to bring before God again?
Prayer of the Day
Dear Father, Some days my heart is so heavy that words fail me, and tears are my only prayer. Thank You for catching every one of them. Thank You for meeting me in my brokenness, even when my prayers are messy and my emotions are raw. Today, I bring You my deepest hurts, trusting that You not only hear my cries but hold my heart. Help me rest in the truth that You are already working, even when I can’t see it. Thank You for loving me always. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Quote of the Day “Our prayers may be awkward. Our attempts may be feeble. But since the power of prayer is in the One who hears it and not in the one who says it, our prayers do make a difference.” — Max Lucado
First Baptist Church
Farmerville
400 N. Main St.
318-368-3848
Pastor Kurt Auger
Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.
Sunday Worship -11 a.m., 6 p.m.
Weds. – 6 p.m.
The Outcome of the Thorn ~ 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
In today’s scripture, Paul describes a thorn in the flesh, a suffering that came to him by God’s own hand. In verses 1-6, Paul describes being called up into Paradise to see and hear things he was not permitted to repeat.
Because of what God allowed him to experience, because of his heavenly vision and experience, God gave Paul a thorn of suffering to keep him in a place of humility, to keep him from exalting himself.
We aren’t told exactly what this thorn is, but we will focus on its outcome. Paul expresses that this painful, tormenting thorn was a valuable addition to his life. He had come to eventually accept the thorn because of its purpose in his life.
Paul asked God three times to remove this figurative thorn in his side, but deliverance did not come. The humility resulting from his suffering allowed Paul to know more fully the grace and power of God in his life.
It is oftentimes life’s most difficult experiences that lead us to know God’s grace, power and strength. God’s grace doesn’t lead to salvation alone. It also provides the power in our weakness that allows us to not only endure, but to be content in whatever circumstance we find ourselves.
Why did Paul use the imagery of a thorn to describe his suffering? Maybe it was because of the thorn-crown that adorned the brow of his Savior on the day He suffered torment for the sin of the world. That day, Jesus bore the wrath of the Father so that we could know the grace and forgiveness of God.
Join us every Sunday morning for worship at 11 AM, 400 No. Main, Farmerville. Or visit us via our Facebook page, FBC Farmerville, or on Roku. Pastor, Bro. Kurt Auger; Choir Director, Bro. Ronnie Parks.
First Baptist Church
Marion
3097 Taylor St.
Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship – 10:30 a.m.,
11:30 a.m.
Sunday Night – 6 p.m.
Wed. – 7 p.m.
318-292-5411
Pastor Bubba Hoggatt
Mike brought our special music this morning, the uplifting “He Saw it All”.
Bro. Bubba’s message was based on the parable of the marriage feast. Matthew 22: 1-
14. Jesus Likened it to the Kingdom of Heaven. The king was giving a marriage feast for his son. When the feast was ready, he sent servants to tell the invited guests. They refused to come. He then sent the servants to invite everyone else. The invited guests represented the Jewish people. Jesus came to them first and was rejected. The others who came were the Gentiles, all who were not Jews. God loves all people, Jew and Gentile. He wants all people to come to know Jesus as their savior and spend eternity in Heaven with him. There was one who showed up at the wedding feast who was not covered with the wedding garment. This represents those who expect their works, wealth, or something else to save them. Only faith in Jesus, God Son, and the blood shed at Calvary will save them. There is no other way for salvation. The saved are the Bride of Christ and will spend eternity in Heaven with Him.
The 2026 Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home Food Round Up is underway. This years theme is Fill Their Plates, Feed Their Future.
Haile Church of Christ
270 Mina Parker Rd., Marion
Sunday Worship – 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m.
Weds. – 6:30 p.m.
Hopewell Baptist Church
1578 Lem Rd., Spearsville
Sunday School – 10am
Sunday Worship – 11am
Sunday Night Worship – 5pm
Wednesday Night Bible Study – 6:30pm
Lakeview Missionary
Baptist Church
10078 Hwy 15, Farmerville
Sunday School – 10 a.m.
Sunday Worship – 11 a.m., 6 p.m.
Weds. – 6 p.m.
Liberty Baptist Church
325 Liberty Baptist Church Rd.
Linville
318-292-4177
Liberty Missionary Baptist Church Spearsville
Bill Styron, Pastor
Sunday School – 10am
Sunday Worship 11am
Sunday Evening – 6pm
Wed. – 6pm
318-558-1581
Litroe Church of God in Christ
357 Riley Trestle Rd Marion LA 71260
My Father’s House
4774 Hwy. 151 Downsville
318-278-9301
Mt. Patrick Baptist Church
1232 Patrick Church Rd. Bernice
New Hopewell Baptist Church
113 Plum St., Bernice
Rev. Greg Williams
Sunday School -9:45am
Sunday Worship -11:15am
Wed. -6:15pm
Bible Study Teleconferencing # 605-562-8401 Access Code 6708350
Christ Ass. Union Food Pantry every last Thursday of month 1-5pm. Will need copy of license/ID and a bill proving address (Union Parish Residents Only)
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic
600 E. Water St., Farmerville
Saturday Mass (Spanish) -7 p.m.
Sunday Mass (English) -11:30 a.m.
1st Weds. Mass – 6 p.m.
Confessions Saturdays 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
318-368-9239
Spearsville Baptist Church
259 Spearsville Rd, Spearsville, LA 71277
318-778-3291
Redeemed Church of Marion
3062 Taylor Street
Sunday Worship – 10 a.m.
(318) 201-5306
Pastors Richard and Mickie Hinkle
Pastor Richard Hinkle would like to invite you to Redeemed Center of Marion. We are located at the former Marion High School Gymnasium on 3062 Taylor Street in Marion. We meet each Sunday at 10:30 for praise and worship, as well as an uplifting Word that will inspire and encourage you to rediscover your purpose in life..
Rocky Branch Baptist Church
Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.
Sunday Worship -10:45 a.m., 6 p.m.
Weds – 6:30 p.m.
Associate Pastor Stephen Murry
News: Brenda Pace
John 10:9 – I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture. However, some of the saddest words spoken by the LORD … many, I say to you, will seek to enter and will not be able. When once the Master of the house has risen up and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, Lord, open for us,’ and HE will answer and say to you, ‘I do not know you … Luke 13:22-29.
The ‘door’ can close due to age. Remember now your Creator in the days of your youth, before the difficult days come … Ecclesiastes 12:1. Youth is a time one is searching for life’s answers, so do not hold these back. Hearts can harden over time. Bring them to Jesus, while they are still young. However, do not pressure children before God has spoken to them, or else they may later become confused as to whether they were truly saved. We all should come as a little child; merely by understanding Jesus died for our sins, and receiving His salvation for oneself.
The ’door’ can close due to something happening causing one to become emotionally disabled, possibly through an accident or an injury or sickness, I.e. a stroke. If one waits, anything can happen causing it to be too late. And of course, the ‘door’ can close due to death. Death can come at any time, at any age. God decides when the door closes. It is up to us to be ready! Where will you spend Eternity?
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening – 6:30
Woodlawn Baptist Church
Sunday School – 9am
646 Hicks Frazier Rd.
Farmerville
Sunday Worship 10am
Wed. Bible Study 6pm
Rev. Adrian Nelson
Zion Hill Baptist Church
899 Cypress Creek
Farmerville
Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church
1409 Zion Hill Church Road
Dr. Tommy L. Carr, Pastor