Greetings from Church of Peace 08/04/16

Greetings from Church of Peace,

It’s hot!  But in our lovely air-conditioned sanctuary on Sunday, we’ll be comfortable as we sing, pray, and hear the Word of God together. Our theme will be “What is faith?”  We will dedicate prayer shawls for Rev. Jim and Mary Klein.

Rev. Jim Klein remains hospitalized.  Rev. Jerry Schrankler is returning home today after a time in the hospital.  So please keep these former pastors in your prayers this week.

Monday is the last softball game before tournaments.  It will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Sabish Middle School. Come cheer on our team!

Construction news: Doesn’t the new addition look spectacular? Today the roofers are at work putting shingles on the canopy.  Late last week, a plumber was under the floor of Gammert Hall determining the next step for the family bathroom.

A week from this coming Sunday, on August 14^th, we will host our outdoor worship and church picnic at Taylor Park shelter at 10:00 a.m.  Please bring your own chair and a dish to pass (sub sandwiches, plates, utensils, and water will be provided). There will be a free swim at the pool from 1-4 for Church of Peace family and friends.

It's almost time for day camp! Wednesday, August 17^th from 9:00 a.m.—7:00 p.m. will be Church of Peace Day Camp at Pilgrim Center for families and individuals who want to have fun and experience what it is like to go to church camp.  There will be swimming, faith-building, a nature walk, crawdad fishing, and lots of great food.  All members of the church family are invited and children can bring a friend or two. Sign-up sheets are located in your Messenger or at the church office. 

That’s the news from Church of Peace.

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

A prayer for today: Loving God, I am grateful that you always stop and listen when I call out to you.  Open my ears to the call of the world around me and show me how to respond with your love. Shine your healing light upon Revs. Jim Klein and Jerry Schrankler. Amen.

Greetings from Church of Peace 07/28/16

Greetings from Church of Peace!

No one wants to come to the end of their life just to discover that they missed the whole point or that they lived shallowly. Our Scripture readings for Sunday address the question, “What brings meaning to life?” Come hear Jesus’ prescription for a life of satisfaction and purpose.  Pastor Jim will provide special music.

Darlene Luttenberger is hospitalized in Milwaukee.  Please remember her when you pray.

Our ten youth and two coaches are having a great time in Orlando, representing us at the National Youth Event of the UCC.  Again we thank the congregation for your generous support and for holding our delegation in your prayers. They’ll be back Saturday with lots of good stories and insights to share with us.

Monday’s softball game will begin at 8:00 p.m. at Cutler Field.  It’s really fun to cheer our team on, so join us!

Construction Update: This week, the roof girders have been put into place and are being covered with plywood.  Isn’t the profile of the new building beautiful?

That’s the news from Church of Peace.

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

A prayer for today: Today, O God, I bring before my concerns for Darlene Luttenberger as she recovers from surgery and our National Youth Event delegation as they learn and grow in faith.  May your Holy Spirit bless each one.  Bless me too as I seek to live this day as Jesus’ disciple.  Amen.

Greetings from Church of Peace 07/21/16

Greetings from Church of Peace,

Are you worried about many things? Does it seem like the world is stormy and unpredictable? Join us on Sunday for encouraging words on coping with life’s storms. We’ll be blessing our National Youth Event trip members.  Worship begins at 8:45 a.m.

Audrey Schaalma is in the hospital.  A funeral for Michael Gruenwald was held yesterday.  When you pray, please remember to ask for God’s comfort and healing strength not only for Audrey but for Michael’s family as well.

Tuesday at 2:30 a.m. (you read that right – a.m.) the National Youth Event team will be leaving for Orlando for five days of faith-building, service projects, and fun.  Please keep these twelve youth and adults in your prayers.

Our softball team will be playing at South Cutler Field on Monday night at 6:00 p.m. Come cheer them on!

That’s the news from Church of Peace.

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

A prayer for today: On this stormy day, I give thanks for your protective love which covers me throughout the storms of life. You are always with me, giving me strength.  Thank you.  Please shine your healing light upon Audrey Schaalma and the family of Michael Gruenwald.  And bless our youth and their advisors with a trip that is full of faith and fun.  Amen.