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March 13, 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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Please Note:
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Kenya Benefit Concert
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EASTER
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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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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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Men
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Middle School
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NeXtGen
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Senior High
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Small Groups
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Women
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POP Missions
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Kazakstan Missionaries
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LINC Has A New Website
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Local Mission: Let's Build a House!
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Peru & Family Mission Trip Opportunities for Summer 2008
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Middle School Mission Trip
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Kenya Update
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1st Saturday
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Ecuador
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POP FYI
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Please Note:
Kenya Benefit Concert - THIS SATURDAY!
Saturday, March 15 @ 8pm
Studio 6
MORE INFORMATION!
EASTER
On Easter Sunday, we will be serving lots of breakfast goodies and coffee between services in our Fellowship Center. Come enjoy the food & fellowship!
Note about Good Friday Service:
Dr. Doug Tewes will present The Physical Death of Jesus Christ. This is a multi-media account of the Passion told from a physician's perspective. Dr. Tewes has made this presentation to many congregations throughout the United States. ***Due to the graphic nature of the pictures used during the presentation, children under the age of 11 are encouraged to go to CrossZone (a special Holy Week program for children birth - 5th grade) during the Good Friday service.***
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? IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
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...
Maundy Thursday and Good Friday
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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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
Lutheran Marriage Encounter Weekend – April 4-6
Being married is a journey a husband and wife do together! Learn more about each other on a Marriage Encounter Weekend. For information, contact Allen & Jeannine Gray 817-246-9560 or allenandjeanninegray@yahoo.com. One scholarship available - contact Dave Rahberg at
972-447-9887, ext. 429 or dave.rahberg@princeofpeace.org.
MORE INFORMATION
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 bags 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
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
POPCS Auction Gala
MORE INFORMATION!
Summer in The Zone
Men
MORE INFORMATION!
Middle School
Dad/Son Middle School Paintball
Saturday, March 29. Deadline to sign up is March 25! Contact Serena Pace at 972-447-9887, ext. 537 for more info. or go to the middle school web page! Only 30 spots available! MORE INFORMATION!
SUMMER CAMP at Camp Lone Star!
NOW accepting registrations for MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP at Camp Lone Star… open to entering 6th, 7th & 8th grade students in the fall of ’08. Speak with Serena Pace or visit the middle school web page. On-line registration available! Just $310 before April 1!
REGISTER HERE!
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.
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
Small Groups
Check It Out!
Women
Bible Study
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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Kazakstan Missionaries
Missionaries Morris and Jean Olson have been working as LCMS missionaries all over the world since 1994 and most recently are in Kazakstan. They have been working for so long and have been struggling with the tough ministry life there and feeling alone in the fight for the gospel. They had begun searching for ways to grow spiritually while they work giving so much to the congregations there. They found a church to worship with through podcast that was LCMS and in Dallas, TX. Pastor Luke Biggs and the congregation at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church have been ministering to them all the way in Russia!!!
LINC Has A New Website
Check it out at www.lincnt.org!
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!
Peru & Family Mission Trip Opportunities for Summer 2008
CLICK HERE more information and applications for all of the summer mission trips!
Middle School Mission Trip
Middle School Mission Trip (grades 7, 8 & 9 in fall of ‘08) to Carthage, TX, July 6-11 ($75 deposit DUE NOW + $163). Contact serena.pace@princeofpeace.org. On-line registration available.
Kenya Update
A Note from Pastor Tobias:
March 9, 2008
Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ. I hope you are doing well. God gave me the honor of sharing His word at church today from II Cor.5:18-21 on the Ministry of Reconciliation. It was wonderful and I plan to continue with the same topic next Sunday. We had a total of 70 in the Main Service and a pastor who was displaced during the violence visited and worshiped with us today. In Sunday School, we had 42 kids in attendance. Please pray for a crusade meeting that we plan to have as from Friday the 21st to Sunday the 23rd of this month. I am really excited about your coming in the next three weeks and I have asked the church to be praying. I tried sending some pictures on Friday and they did not get through. I will send you pictures of the construction work going on tomorrow. Kindly remember to bring me audio CDs that have hymns as I had earlier requested you. God bless and pass my love to the whole church over there. Yours in Christ Jesus.
1st Saturday
See information above - Local Mission: Let's Build a House!
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. 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
Job Openings: 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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