Church Briefs

'Not A Fan' series to start at Liberty

This Sunday, Liberty Christian Church in rural Brownstown will begin a new six-week sermon series titled "Not A Fan."
The series will explore Jesus's invitation to follow him – not to just be a "fan," but to be a completely committed follower.
The series will include small-group Bible studies.
For more information, call the church at 347-2271.

Holy Cross to study 'Batman' movie

Holy Cross Lutheran Church will offer a new Bible study on the movie, "Batman – The Dark Knight," on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. at the church.
The study will explore the issues raised by the movie, and will determine what the Bible has to say about those issues. Children under age 13 must be accompanied by a parent.
For more information, call the church at 283-1133.

Wild Game Supper, movie set for Jan. 15

Brownstown First Christian Church will be hosting its annual Wild Game Supper on Sunday, Jan. 15, at 4:30 p.m.
The public is invited to attend, and to bring a wild game dish and the trimmings to share with others.
Following the meal, the movie "Courageous" will be shown at 6 p.m. The movie follows the lives of four law enforcement officers who find the challenges of their job easy compared to the demands of fatherhood.
"Protecting the streets is second nature," the promotional material said, "but raising their own children in a God-honoring way – that takes courage."
Brownstown First Christian Church is located at the corner of First and Poplar streets in Brownstown. For more information, call 427-3687.

Vigil for life is Jan. 16 at Sacred Heart

Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Effingham will host a vigil for life on Jan. 16.
The service includes a 6 p.m. prayer service and a 6:30 p.m. Mass.
A business meeting will be conducted in the parish center near the church. At that meeting, a video will be shown and current pro-family legislation at both the state and national level will be discussed. Information on upcoming pro-life events will be shared.
The church is located at 405 S. Henrietta St. in Effingham. For more information, call Mrs. Jack Koester at 217-857-3060.