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March 5, 2008
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Children & Family
Middle School Youth
Senior High Youth
Young Adults/NeXtGen
Senior Adults
Worship
Small Groups
Christian School
In this issue:
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POP Highlights
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Spring Forward THIS WEEKEND!
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Passages in Parenting
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Easter Singers and Brass Players WANTED!
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March Sermon Series - Turning Points
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Where Will YOU Serve Easter Morning?
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New Member Services
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Hospitality & Guest Services
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Coming Soon to POP
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Lent 2008
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Town Hall Meetings
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POP Garage Sale!
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POP Ministries
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Care
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Children & Family
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Christian School
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Middle School
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NeXtGen
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Senior High
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Women
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POP Missions
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POP FYI
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Spring Forward THIS WEEKEND!
It time to Spring Forward! Set your clock ahead one hour before going to bed on Saturday, March 8!
Passages in Parenting – Raising Spiritual Champions from Birth Through High School
BEGINS THIS SUNDAY!
Lee Ann Cotton, a Christian educational consultant is leading this course in the Conference Center at 9:30am starting this Sunday, March 9. The topic is: Fostering Cooperation and Positive Behavior with Infants and Toddlers. You will meet some of our program ministry staff members. Judith Martin, LPC with Lutheran Counseling Services, a specialist in play therapy and developmental testing, will be there to help!
Easter Singers and Brass Players WANTED!
Easter is right around the corner! This year, all three morning services (8, 9:25 & 11am) will be identical and we will be doing all the great Easter hymns with full choir, brass, organ and piano. We have added a special EPIC Worship service at 9:45am in Studio 6.
If you sing, we would love to have you be part of the full choir! If you are a brass player, we would love for you to be a part of the brass group! Rehearsals for the Easter services will be on Wednesday nights from 8-9pm in Room 212 starting March 5 through Easter.
James Lavender 972-447-9887, ext. 411 or james.lavender@princeofpeace.org.
March Message Series
March 2: The Presence of Turning Points Genesis 13:1-18
March 9: The Power of Turning Points Genesis 19:1-38
March 16: The Peculiarity of Turning Points Genesis 17:1-27
March 23: EASTER: History’s Turning Point
March 30: The Promise of Turning Points Genesis 22:1-19
Where will YOU Serve Easter Morning?
Are you ready for the guests who will be coming to POP for Holy Week? It is a blessing when God sends us guests! We want to be ready to serve them just as Jesus served His Disciples when he washed their feet at the Last Supper - with joy and selflessness!
It takes EVERYONE in our church community to help our guests feel welcome! So...where will you serve? We need Ushers, Greeters, Communion Servers and Acolytes for Lent, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter. Sign up at the Information Desk on Sundays or...
HERE for Lent, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday
HERE for Easter Sunday
New Member Services
Hospitality and Guest Services
Welcome to Prince of Peace! If you are our guest for the first time, please stop by our Guest Services Desk in the Fellowship Center on Sunday. We look forward to meeting you over a cup of coffee!
Questions? Contact Darlene Leiker at 972-447-9887, ext. 475 or darlene.leiker@princeofpeace.org. |
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Lent 2008: Dinner and Worship - TONIGHT!
Lent Worship for KIDZ:
Wednesday Nights during the Lenten season, kids 3yrs – 5th grade will be dismissed from service to KidZone. Kids will experience personal time with Jesus through worship, games, activities and mission projects.
The nursery is available for kids under 3yrs beginning at 6:45pm.
Town Hall Meetings - Mark Your Calendars & Attend!
Sunday, March 30
Immediately Following 11am Worship
Fellowship Center
Tuesday, April 1
7pm in the Conference Center
The purposes of the Town Hall meetings are to:
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To provide Congregational members with important information regarding Prince of Peace worship menu & time changes scheduled for June of this year.
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Provide an update on building plans for the NEW Fine Arts Building.
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Provide update on new space for the Early Learning Center & The Zone (Extended School Supervision)
NOTE: The first part of the March 30 meeting will serve as a Voter's Assembly to extend a Call for a Pastor of Children & Family Ministry.
KidzCare for birth - 5th grade will be available for both meetings. Please make a reservation with Rachel Sosinski at rachel.sosinski@princeofpeace.org.
POP Garage Sale!
Click HERE for all the details!
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Care
Extended Hands Ministry
The Extended Hands Ministry need YOU! We need help in making calls each week from the prayer requests in Connections to let people know that we care for them and what they are going through! Would you prayerfully consider calling five or ten people every week for a month? Would you be willing to be a part of a team that calls those who have extended illnesses once a month? We need your help no matter how many people you would be able to call or how long you can commit! Please e-mail Anne Mock with the number of calls you can make and the length of time you can give at annemock@integrity.com or call her at 972-761-9795. Thank you and God's blessings to you!
Food Pantry
Easter Food Baskets
The POP Food Pantry Ministry will be preparing Easter Food Baskets with ham and all items needed for a nice dinner for approximately 20 to 30 families. If you would like to sponsor a family at a cost of $30 please make your check payable to POPLC, put "Easter Food Basket" in the memo and place in the offering plate. If you would like to mail a check, please send it to the attention of Carol Slawson. We have so much to be thankful for at Easter. Let’s share the blessing!
March Food Pantry Needs
Baby Shower Wish List:
Receiving Blankets
Crib Sheets
Bodysuits / Gowns & Sleepers
Hooded Towels & Washcloths
Baby Bottles & Nipples
Combs & Brushes
Rattles & Teethers
Burp Cloths & Bibs
Infant & Toddler T-Shirts
Waterproof Pads & Lap Pads
Bottle Brushes
Baby Healthcare Items
Diapers
***We need gently used paper grocery/shopping bas with handles
Children & Family
Family Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for the Family Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 22 at 10am in the Sanctuary. The egg-citement will include an egg hunt for the younger kids, a mystery matrix for the older kids, face painters, balloon artist, train rides, crafts, games, snacks, jelly bean guess game, door prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
New this year – Rabbits, Rabbits, Rabbits show which includes bunnies, magic and audience participation! Family photos available for purchase at the event.
Invite a neighbor or friend! The event is free but we need to know you are coming.
REGISTER TODAY!
We need donations of egg fillers and small prizes for the game stations. Drop off at the KidZone kiosk in the Fellowship Center or the 2nd Floor KidZone welcome desk. Thank you for your help!
If you would like to help stuff plastic eggs (all supplies will be provided) Contact Heather McBride (214) 677-7372 or heathermcbride@verizon.net.
Family Retreat:
April 4 -6 at Sky Ranch in Van, TX!
INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
SKY RANCH WEBSITE
Scholarship opportunities for all who wish to attend!
Questions? Contact Chris Elmer at elmersinc@verizon.net or 972-897-5100
KidZone
What is KidZone?
KidZone is an exciting new kids program offered at the 9:25am worship hour for children ages birth through 5th grade.
How do I register my children for KidZone?
Please register your children on the Children’s Ministry page at www.princeofpeace.org. Register TODAY! CLICK HERE!
Where do I drop off my children for KidZone?
Children ages birth through 3 years may be dropped off in classrooms at 9:10am. Children ages preschool 3 years through 5th grade should go to worship service. The children will be dismissed to KidZone after the opening songs. Parents pick up children on the 2nd floor after service.
Do you need volunteers for KidZone?
Yes! A successful program requires many people with various talents to serve our children each week. If you would like to serve with infants and toddlers contact Rachel Sosinski at rachel.sosinski@princeofpeace.org. If you would like to serve with preschool through Kindergarten or can help during the week assembling supplies, contact Diane Duda at diane.duda@princeofpeace.org.
Laundry Service
We are looking for volunteers to rotate on a weekly basis washing the lab coats used on Sunday morning. Lab coats may be picked up anytime after the 11am service and returned by Friday of the same week. For questions or more information, please contact Rachel Sosinski at rachel.sosinski@princeofpeace.org.
Are you or is someone you know EXPECTING?
Please let us know! Moms to Moms would love to pray for you and your baby during your pregnancy and provide meals for your family once the baby has arrived. Adopting? We would love to be there for your family during the process. Contact Rachel Sosinski at rachel.sosinski@princeofpeace.org.
Christian School
Book Fair
The POPCS library is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair THIS WEEK, March 3 – 7. We will be open from 8am – 4pm every day, except Tuesday when we will be open 8am – 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome!
Middle School Information Night
 The Middle School Staff invites you to learn more about the POPCS Middle School experience at the MS Information Night on Thursday, March 6, at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Center. We know that choosing a Middle School for your child is a very important decision. We would like to give you the opportunity to hear all that our Middle School has to offer. Meredith Arldt, Middle School Academic Director, and Karen Lusk, Middle School Director of Student Life Ministry, will speak about what’s going on in the Middle School and share the vision for the future. Mrs. Arldt, Ms. Lusk and Mr. Carlove will be available to answer your questions
Open House - March 9
POPCS Auction Gala
MORE INFORMATION!
Summer in The Zone
Middle School
RAW FUEL Lock In!!!
It’s coming FAST and FURIOUS on March 14-15! Make 700 new BFF’s! Want the best rate? Sign up ASAP! Let’s go CRAZ-EEE for God with the Joey Witham Band and at Game Works and the Ice Rink at Grapevine Mills. Everyone’s doing it AND it WILL make you feel GREAT! Parent partners wanted! See the Middle School webpage for details.
Club 56: ATTENTION CURRENT 5th GRADERS!
A fast-paced, fun and safe night of games, food, music and a message for CURRENT 5th Grade students. Parents who want to jump on board should contact DCE Serena Pace, Director of Middle School Ministry, at 972-447-9887, ext. 537 or serena.pace@princeofpeace.org. We’re looking for snack, games and music leaders! More details on the Middle School Web Site. Click on the “Club 56” icon.
SUMMER CAMP at Camp Lone Star!
It’s time to start signing up!
Check out the Middle School webpage for MORE details!
The REVOLVE Tour
FUEL Bible Study
Fill up on the truth from the Old Testament at Sunday morning FUEL Bible Study, 9:25 in the Youth Center and 11am in Room 1056.
Questions about MS Youth Ministry? Contact Serena Pace at serena.pace@princeofpeace.org or 972-447-9887, ext. 527.
NeXtGen
SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES
Young Adult - 11am - Shaun Daugherty - 4th Floor
We are new studying on the book of Acts. Join Us!
Young Couples - 11:00 am - Matt Emley - Room 1066
Join us for our current study Faith on the Edge. This study is based on a series that dives into the misunderstandings and mysteries about faith. Each week we’ll look at issues in science, technology, and spirituality from a biblical perspective. How prepared are you to defend the Bible to your family and friends in today’s generation? Come be a part of this exciting group. Contact Matt for more information at 214-450-5513.
TUESDAY EVENINGS
Men’s Group
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month in the NeXtGen Cafe (4th Floor of POP) for prayer and Bible Study. Call Shaun for more details at 214-514-3288. We occasionally meet at alternate locations.
NeXtGen CAFE
Join us on Thursday from 7-10pm on the 4th Floor of POP for music, encouragement, snacks, coffee and games.
Email Shaun at shaun.daugherty@princeofpeace.org or Jenny at jennyjackson02@yahoo.com to be added to the NeXtGen group email list.
Senior High
Click on picture below for information and registration:
MEDICAL FORM - CLICK HERE
Women
Women in Union with Christ Jesus - SIGN UP TODAY!
 Women in Union with
Christ Jesus Conference
THIS WEEKEND
March 8 & 9
Crowne Center Hotel
Teresa Schardt, the main presenter for the conference, will lead a Bible Study focusing on a Mustard Seed of Faith. Breakout sessions will include topics related to ministering to Muslim women in our community, roles of women in today's LCMS and how women can nurture their spiritual journey.
Contact Debbie Kelly at 972-380-8923 or Caree Rahberg at 972-612-8604 for more information.
Click HERE for a registration brochure.
Lutheran Women's Missionary League Monthly Meeting
March 11, 2008 at 7pm
Conference Center
Hostesses: Floss Intravaia, Henny Hughes,
Nancy Clair & Kathy Glinsman
We will be assembling Health Kits that will go overseas. WE NEED Metal Nail Files! Also, there will be a DVD Presentation on LWML Missions. BRING YOUR MITES!
ALL Ladies Invited!
Bible Study
New Monday Class:
The Women’s Monday Night Bible Fellowship will begin a new study on Elijah, March 10 at 7:30pm. The study’s author is Chuck Swindoll and we will be using the workbook and an audio. The study will be led by Letti Hall. Contact Karen Carroll at 972-466-2450 or carrollk@cfbisd.edu if you have any questions.
New Thursday Class
Are you feeling frazzled? Come to Thursdays Ladies Bible Study March 27 through May 15 at 9am in Room 212 to discover how women feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and in need of fresh hope and enthusiasm can actively and creatively apply God’s word to daily life. We will be using Cindi Wood’s book, The Frazzled Female, Finding Peace in the Midst of Daily Life. Contact Rhonda Williamson at 972-899-3844 for more information.
Click HERE for a Listing of All Ladies' Bible Classes
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LOCAL MISSION: Let's Build a House!
As a church we are building our community! Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to build a great home for Eiron Young in Plano, TX. To sign up to build or to donate finances or resources such as bottled water, please contact Beth Daugherty: beth.daugherty@princeofpeace.org or 972-447-9887, ext. 483.
Praise the Lord for volunteers! We have over 55 people signed up to help on the Habitat build in Plano. We still need more help!
Mission Trip Opportunities for Summer 2008
CLICK HERE more information and applications for all of the summer mission trips!
Middle School Mission Trip to Carthage, TX July 6-11 ($50 deposit + $545)
Kenya Update
John Seale, Allison Schlack and Beth Daugherty have scheduled a trip to Kenya on March 31 – April 13. Please pray for a continued sense of calm in the government and throughout the country as we prepare.
While in Kisumu, the missionaries will spend time with the leaders of the congregation and check on the construction work going on at the church.
This trip will be difficult emotionally. Please pray for John, Allison and Beth as they prepare to face a different kind of Kisumu. Pastor Tobias has said they may not recognize the city of Kisumu. The missionaries hope to be good listening ears to those seeking healing after such a traumatic couple months.
1st Saturday
Next 1st Saturday: April 5
See information above - Local Mission: Let's Build a House!
Questions? Contact Beth Daugherty at beth.daugherty@princeofpeace.org
Ecuador
Jamie's Blog
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Maiden's Quest Mother-Daughter Retreat
A free, informative and insightful session on the topic of courtship vs. dating will be presented by the father of two of the girls on the Maiden’s Quest team during Saturday afternoon at 1:30pm of the retreat. This session is for anyone who would like to attend; especially for fathers and those of courtship age.
Mr. Riddell is the father of four daughters, and will be speaking from his own research and personal experience with the courtship and marriage of his eldest daughter.
More Information
Registration Brochure
www.maidensquestministries.com
Early Learning Center Teacher Assistants
Part-time, year-round positions. The new POPCS Early Learning Center (ELC) will serve children from 6 weeks through 2 years of age. ELC will be open 7am until 6pm year round, including school holidays. Assistant shifts will be 5 hours per day, 5 days a week.
Teacher Assistants, Preschool through 5th Grade – days and hours vary depending on the classroom. Assistants will work on school days only.
For more information, please contact Meredith Brady at 972-447-9887 ext. 453 or Meredith.brady@princeofpeace.org.
Job Opening: Sunday Morning Supervisor for Toddlers & 2’s
Job duties include welcoming parents and kids, light administration duties and assisting the Infant/Toddler Coordinator and shepherds. A love for Jesus and kids is a must. For more information, please contact Rachel Sosinski at 972-447-9887 ext 489 or rachel.sosinski@princeofpeace.org.
Prayer Garden
You are welcome to visit the Prayer Garden for prayer immediately after the worship service. A Prayer Host will greet you and receive your requests if desired. A Pastor and lay members are available to join you in prayer if you wish.
Altar Flowers
If you would like to remember a special event or person with altar flowers, please notify Sue Bontrager: 972.447.9887, ext 430; sue.bontrager@princeofpeace.org. Cost is $40 per vase. Click HERE for a Flower Form.
Prayer Requests
To Add a Prayer Request to a Prayer Chain or Sunday's Prayer Ministry Page telephone Sue Bontrager: 972.447.9887 ext 430 or email: sue.bontrager@princeofpeace.org. Sue's hours are Monday - Thursday, 7:30am-3:30pm. If you have an urgent prayer request that needs to be addressed when Sue is not in the office, please contact Carol Slawson, ext 451 or carol.slawson@princeofpeace.org.
Cyber Prayer Warriors
The Cyber Prayer Warriors invite anyone with an internet connection to join us in lifting the needs of friends and family of Prince of Peace. To join our e-mail prayer list or to submit a prayer request, e-mail Janice Mieritz at jmieritz@netzero.net.
Update Your Information
Please help us keep our member and guest database up-to-date by letting us know of any changes in your information: home address, phone numbers (home, work, and cell, email addresses, etc. Please email updates to cathy.weiss@princeofpeace.org.
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God's Blessings on Your Week!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON SUNDAY!
INVITE A FRIEND! BRING YOUR BIBLES!
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