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2O2 4 – 2O2 5 GU I D E to Y E L LOW S P R I NG S 93 COMMUN I TY L I S T I NGS | 2O24–2O 5 GU I D E to Y E L LOW S P R I NG S 93 S P I R I T UA L COMM U N I T Y Bahá’í Faith CONTACT: Roi and Linden Qualls, 937‑767‑7079 EMAIL: ysbahai@gmail.com WEB: www.ohiobahai.org In the words of Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá’í faith, “It is not for him to pride himself who loveth his own country, but rather for him who loveth the whole world.” Bahá’u’lláh taught that there is one God who progressively reveals his will to humanity. Each of the great religions initi- ated by one of God’s divine mes- sengers represents a successive stage in the spiritual develop- ment of humankind. Al l rel igions are seen as one in spirit because, essen- tially, they share a common aim and origin.Bahá’ís regard Bahá’u’lláh as the most recent of these messengers, whose teach- ings address the ethical, social and spiritual challenges of the modern world. For more than a centur y, Bahá’í communities around the globe have worked to dissolve prejudices based on nationality, class, race, religion and gender. The Bahá’í Community sup- por ts children’s classes, junior youth spiritual empowerment programs, devotional programs and study classes. All these activities, including holy day celebrations, are open to the public. Bethel Lutheran Church CONTACT: Pastor Larry Bannick, 2731 W. Jasckson Road, 937‑323‑2471 Bethel Lutheran Church was founded in 1844 by Ezra Keller, who was also a co-founder of Wittenberg University. This ELCA church has developed from its traditional countr y heritage to serve a diverse con- gregation. It is a small, family- oriented church in which every member or visitor is valued. The Rev. Larry Bannick became the pastor in Januar y of 2006. Sunday school for children and adults is held at 9:30 a.m. and church ser vices are held at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays.The Kay Glaesner Community Center was completed by church and community members in 2006 and is available to rent for recep- tions and other events. The center has full kitchen facili- ties and accommodates up to 90 people. For rental informa- tion, contact Lois Pelekoudas at 937‑284‑0287. Central Chapel AME Church CONTACT: Rev. DeBora Duckett, pastor; 411 S. High Street, Church office, 937‑767‑3061 EMAIL: TheChapelOne@aol.com WEB: facebook.com/RevCCAME Central Chapel African Meth- odist Episcopal Church was established in 1866 in the Old Central School House on State Route 370. The church relocated to the corner of High and Davis streets in 1896. Members now worship in the second sanctuary built at that location. In order to better ser ve the congregation and community, an addition, the Education and Family Life Center, was built in 1998. The church has addressed and will continue to address the spiritual, civil rights, physical and educational needs of all persons in Yellow Springs and beyond. The A.M.E. motto is “God our Father, Christ our Redeemer, The Holy Spirit our Comforter, Humankind our Family.” Church school (9:30 a.m.) and worship ser vices (11:00 a.m.) are held ever y Sunday morn- ing both virtually and in-person. Call the number listed above to receive a Zoom link. First Baptist Church CONTACT: William E. Randolph Jr., pastor, 600 Dayton Street, Church office, 937‑767‑7659 or 937‑767‑7623 The First Baptist Church was originally called Zion Baptist Church when it was founded in May 1863. According to its records, it was formed to meet the needs of freed slaves. In 1876, members were able to purchase the new First Baptist Church building, located on Xenia Avenue. Members held a final ser vice on Aug. 17, 1997, and departed to the new location at 600 Dayton St. On March 25, 2006, the church celebrated the mor tgage burning for the new building. In 2012, Pastor William E. Randolph Jr. was selected by the church body to ser ve as its pastor. The church is cur- rently hosting in-person and livestreamed ser vices on Sun- days at 10:45 a.m., and Disciple- ship Training each Sunday at 9:30 a.m., also in-person and online. Midweek Bible studies are held on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. online. Livestreams may be found at facebook.com/first- baptistys.The church prescribes a core belief in the love of all mankind generated by the love of God and seeks to be in and transform the community for the glory of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ. Its mission state- ment is: “Making disciples who make a difference.” First Presbyterian Church of Yellow Springs CONTACT: 314 Xenia Ave.; Office hours: 9 a.m.–noon, Monday– Friday, Church office, Stefany Lewis, 937‑767‑7751 EMAIL: firpys@gmail.com WEB: www.facebook.com/FPCYS A welcoming communi ty committed to justice, kindness and radical inclusion, First Pres- byterian Church was organized in Yellow Springs in 1855. A new addition built in 1958 was dedicated for ministry oriented toward the community. The church has been racially inte- grated since 1949. A strong musical emphasis has brought excel lence and diversity to the church’s musical program, as well as making the church a center for community music programs. First Presbyte- rian Church also offers space for meetings by community groups as a part of its ministry. First Presbyterian Church is a More Light Presbyterian Church, working for the full inclusion of LGBTQIA+ people in the life of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and in society. The church states: “When we say ‘all are welcome,’ we mean it.” First Presbyterian Church welcomes all kinds of people to join the inclusive community of God’s people continuing Christ’s ministr y of justice, mercy and love in the world. Worship is of fered on Sun- days at 10:30 a.m. , with the four th Sunday of each month bringing worship that is a little more hands-on. Pleasant Grove Missionary Church CONTACT: Pastor Bryan Graham, 937‑767‑8011 EMAIL: pleasantgrovemc@ gmail.com WEB: thegrovemc.org; www.facebook. com/pleasantgrovemc The Missionary Church is a family of churches committed to Jesus Christ, the Bible and the Great Commission. The Pleas- ant Grove Missionar y Church has been a par t of the commu- nity since 1945, and the mission of its congregants is to love God, grow together and serve others. Sunday school classes for all ages begin at 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship and children’s church star ts at 10:45 a.m. A nurser y is available for all Sunday morn- ing ser vices. Sunday evening Bible study is held at 6 p.m. The church writes: “Join us as we worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” Saint Paul Catholic Church CONTACT: 308 Phillips St., 937‑372‑3193 EMAIL: office@ stpaulyellowsprings.org WEB: stpaulyellowsprings.org The cornerstone of the first St. Paul Catholic Church was laid in 1856 on a lot at the corner of West North College and High streets. In 1908 the cur rent church at the corner of Phillips and Elm streets was dedicated in a building that once housed the First Christian Church. The parish praises God in word, song and Eucharist in its Masses on Sundays at 11:15 a.m. Weekday Masses are Wednes- days at 6:00 p.m., Thursdays at