Switzerland Baptist Church

06/03/2026

Churches can’t out-entertain the world, but they can out-love and out-community it. The new “cool” is authenticity, a deeper mission, real hope, and actual connection.

There was an era when simply being a cool church helped churches reach unchurched people. That time is over.

06/03/2026

Wednesday isn’t flashy. It doesn’t come with fresh starts or big finishes. But sometimes, that makes it the hardest day to show up and trust that God is still present in the grind.

So let’s take a midweek moment to pause, breathe, and invite God into the middle of your week.

This Wednesday prayer is simple and honest. It’s meant to help you reset your heart and mind. Whether it’s Wednesday morning or Wednesday evening, this prayer will invite you to connect with God’s grace, presence, and peace in your mid week day.

“Heavenly Father, as this Wednesday morning starts, help me slow down. Fill me with calm assurance and remind me that Your Holy Spirit is with me. Let me experience Your peace in the tasks, conversations, and interruptions that might lie ahead. Help me seek Your guidance and trust You no matter what happens today. In Jesus’ name, amen.”

06/02/2026

Don’t miss this community event!!! June 28*6:00pm in our historic sanctuary!!!

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06/01/2026

Anyone who enjoys singing and bringing smiles to people, please join Mark and I at Swiss Villa tomorrow morning from 9:30 - 10:30.

Singing on key not required. 😄

05/31/2026

05/30/2026

Prayers for the Daugherty family today. And throughout the coming week.

Esther L. Berner, 85, of Cross Plains passed away at 8:55 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026 at her home. She was born near Fairview in Switzerland County on June 27, 1940, the daughter of Charles and Bertha Rump Knigga. She was married to Leon Berner on February 20, 1960 at St. Peters Lutheran Church at Bear Branch and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2015. Survivors include one son Michael (Linda) Berner of Cross Plains; two daughters Kathleen (Robert) Daugherty of Vevay and Debra Berner of Mooresville; 7 grandchildren Erica (Kyle) Bechman, Natalie (Josh) Wheeler, Kevin Berner, Jenna (Jason) Kaylor, Steven Berner, Ashley (Adam) Crafton, Dakota (Andre) Crafton, and 10 great-grandchildren Jesse, Easton, Addi, Bryce, Jackson, Everly, Logan, Ava, AJ, and Andre; sister-in-law Eileen Knigga of Tell City. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Dilver Knigga. Mrs. Berner was a 1958 graduate of Vevay High School and she worked for several years at Dillsboro Manor and at the Silver Bell Nursing Home near Versailles. She enjoyed feeding her birds, gardening, and helping Leon on the farm. Esther was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dewberry for over 65 years where she participated in the Ladies Aid. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 2nd at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dewberry with Pastor Jared Tucher officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 5p.m to 8 p.m. at the Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home in Versailles and from 10 a.m. until time of services Tuesday at the church. Memorials may be given to the church or cemetery in care of the funeral home.

05/30/2026

Before you dive into your day, center your mind on stillness and surrender. Take a deep breath and let go of any urgent to-do lists, anxieties, or distractions so you can truly listen.

A grounding, powerful focus for this morning comes from lingering quietly with the Word.

• Release Control: Surrender your day's schedule, your worries, and your need for certainty to God.
• Practice Gratitude: Acknowledge His faithfulness in the past and thank Him for His presence in your life right now, before you present your requests.

• Ask for Discernment: Pray for the wisdom to see the opportunities around you and the strength to handle whatever challenges the day may bring.

Take this moment to breathe and connect. Your quiet time is yours—embrace the peace of this day!

Psalm 46:10

"He says, 'Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.'"

What it means: God invites you to step out of the rush, release control, and simply rest in His supreme power and peace.

2. For Experiencing His Peace and Presence
Philippians 4:6-7

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Pray now guided by the Spirit. By His Words, not by your own thoughts.

Amen

05/30/2026

Sunday Night Hymn Sing

The Hymn Sing at Mt Sterling is at 6:30 pm Sunday May 31st.
There will be no refreshments at 5:30 pm.

05/22/2026

Update on Pastoral Care Network:

Update

Hi Brian-

Thank you for reaching out! I checked in with John Keesler on the status of the pilot modules. The videographer is wrapping up editing on the first couple of videos now and John’s module content is complete. He hopes to have the paired content available soon for a first review (though the precise date is still pending). You will definitely be the first to receive notice when the pilot material is available. Of course, we will understand if some participants are not available to review the pilot material when it is released, though we are hopeful they will find it interesting when it is ready.

Thanks,

Kyla

Kyla Cox Deckard
Executive Director
Center for Rural Engagement

Gayle Karch Cook Center
for Public Arts and Humanities
Maxwell Hall
750 E. Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47405
(812) 855-4992 office
(812) 219-9993 cell
[email protected]
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