Greetings from Church of Peace! 06-16-16

Greetings from Church of Peace!

What an exciting Sunday this will be for Church of Peace as we officially break ground for our new addition!  Worship’s songs and Scripture will turn our hearts toward Christ, the foundation of our faith on whom we can build a strong and healthy life. Then we will move outside where 12 people representing various ministries of Church of Peace will prayerfully and joyfully move the earth with golden shovels. Finally, we will return to a social hour featuring a cake in honor of the ground-breaking.  Worship begins at 8:45, the ground-breaking will begin at 10:15, and social hour will follow.  Don’t miss this joyful time together!

Rev. Jim Klein, former pastor of Church of Peace, is hospitalized and in treatment for a brain tumor.  Please remember Jim and his family when you pray.

The softball team will play on Monday night at 6:00 in Evans field.  It is really fun to cheer them on.  Bring a chair.

Messenger articles for the July-August issue are due on Tuesday.

Church of Peace serves Loaves and Fishes on Wednesday night at St. Paul’s Cathedral.  We can use your help and your donations. 

Construction Update: The foundation for most of the new addition has been poured this week. 

That’s the news from Church of Peace. 

We’ll see you in church!

Pastors Jenny and Jim

A prayer for today: Thank you, Holy Friend, for your gentle guidance in my life which helps me make good decisions and leads me to fulfillment and joy. I pray that I will shine your light into every life I touch today. Bless Jim Klein with a return to health and strength. Amen.    

Greetings from Church of Peace 06-08-16

Greetings from Church of Peace!

Ever heard of Jezebel?  Come on Sunday and find out what fiendish plan the wicked queen concocted in our Bible story for this week.  The sermon will focus on coveting. This service of song, prayer, and Scripture will begin at 8:45 a.m.

Today’s Greetings from Church of Peace comes to you on Wednesday because both pastors will be at the Wisconsin Conference of the United Church of Christ on Thursday and Friday.  Ray Beilke will also represent Church of Peace at the conference.

Construction news: Work continues on plumbing installation and kitchen upgrades. The winding stairwell from the narthex to the sanctuary is gone. Look for a new banner across the front of the steps which will not only show what we are building but also invite people to come into the future with us.  Thanks to Badger Soft Water for the donation of a water cooler for Gammert Hall.

Next Monday’s softball game will begin at 7:00 p.m. at Evans Field.  We have a winning record so far this season!

Planning for the youth trip to the United Church of Christ National Youth Event in late July is coming splendidly.  Flight tickets have been ordered and all registration is complete.  Please continue to support our youth by buying Seroogy’s candy bars and Haitian bracelets, both available in Gammert Hall.

That’s the news from Church of Peace.

We’ll see you in church!  Pastors Jenny and Jim

A prayer for today: Thank you, O God, for this day in which I can serve you as I enjoy your many blessings in my life. Open my eyes to the needs of others and my heart to the delights of your nearness.  Amen.

Greetings from Church of Peace 06-02-16

Greetings from Church of Peace!

This Sunday’s worship service will feature Holy Communion, soothing and uplifting songs, and a spirit-healing sermon.  Join us at 8:45 a.m.

Please remember these people in your prayers: John Stepp as he is hospitalized and the family of Kathryn Pahl.  Kathryn died earlier this week.

This Monday’s softball game will be at 9:00 p.m. at South Cutler Field.

Construction news: Lots going on this week! In the kitchen, the plumbers are installing a new drain and grease trap.  Outside, they are laying plumbing and electrical applications for the new addition.  The front door area is also being worked on.

That’s the news from Church of Peace.

We’ll see you in church!  Pastors Jenny and Jim

A prayer for today: God of the glorious sunshine, God of the refreshing rain, bless me with an awareness of your presence today.  Help me to hear your voice leading me to wise choices and compassionate deeds.  Fill my heart with your peace.  I pray for all who struggle with illness and grief, especially John Stepp and the family of Kathryn Pahl.  I pray in confident faith of your loving heart.  Amen.