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December 5, 2007
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Children & Family
Middle School Youth
Senior High Youth
Young Adults/NeXt Gen
Senior Adults
Worship
Small Groups
Christian School
In this issue:
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| Pastor's Message |
This week's message is from our Missions Director,
Beth Daugherty . . .
As Christmas approaches I
begin to look at the past year of my life. So many things
have changed. I have gone from manager at Starbucks to the
Missions Director at Prince of Peace. Graduating seminary I
prayed to go overseas and be a missionary with Shaun, my
husband. God has bigger plans right now and Prince of Peace
is where He has called us to serve. His ways are so much
better than our own.
Rosaline Hyslop, Kathy
Stroman and I just returned from Lima, Peru. We were able to
see the orphans enjoy Christmas gifts and a wonderful
roasted chicken dinner thanks to our congregation. Allison
Schlack and I will be traveling to Kenya January 7-23 to
plan for this summer's trip.
One flight after another I
see the world and its hurts. Kenya and Peru are not the only
places aching for peace this season. Every 1st Saturday we
have been able to care for the hurting here in Carrollton
and Plano. It is amazing what one free cup of coffee or a
bottle of water does to someone. They pause. In the middle
of the hustle and bustle they think, "what was that?" and
"why did they do that?"
Let us pause this season and
remember who gave us the greatest gift of all - Jesus
Christ. Let us look for those people in our lives who are
needing peace this Christmas. A hurting person may be in the
next cubicle, next door or even in the same house. May we
love deeply and remember what true sacrifice was given when
God stepped down to this earth and became man.
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| A Quick Look at This Week |
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Thursday, December 6
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Senior Adult Luncheon 11:30 in the Conference Center
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NeXtGen Cafe: Join us from 7-10pm on the 4th Floor of POP for music, encouragement, snacks, coffee and games.
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POPCS Musical Production, Annie
Friday, December 7
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Middle School JAM, 7-9pm in the Youth Center.
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POPCS Musical Production, Annie
Saturday, December 8
Sunday, December 9
- Sermon Series: Burning the Christmas Candle at Both Ends: I CAN'T PLEASE YOU! Luke 18:18-26
- 8am - Classic
- 9:25am - Praise
- 11am - Praise
- 6pm - Emerging
Monday, December 10
Tuesday, December 11
Wednesday, December 12
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| POP Highlights |
Natalie Biagi Fundraiser - PRAYER WARRIORS NEEDED!
Rob Biagi has touched the lives of many POP families through his music ministry at VBS. His daughter, Natalie (2 1/2 yr old) has been diagnosed with leukemia. She is undergoing an aggressive treatment plan which has led to significant medical expenses for the Biagi family. We will be raising funds and Thrivent will match the dollars raised (up to $5,000). Make a donation and you will receive a PRAYER WARRIOR t-shirt and/or dog tag. Come by the Children’s Ministry kiosk in the Fellowship Center or the Welcome Desk in KidZone to make a donation. All donations must be received by December 23 in order to qualify for matching funds. Questions? Contact Barb vonBehren at 972-447-9887, x478 or barb.vonbehren@princeofpeace.org.
WANTED: Scripture Readers
Are you interested in being a Scripture Reader? We are looking for 40 people who will commit to one reading per quarter. Contact James Lavender, Worship Director, at 972-447-9887, ext. 411 or james.lavender@princeofpeace.org.
WANTED: Pipe Cleaner People Stories
Do you have a story you would like to share about your Pipe Cleaner Person? We want to hear from you! Please send your story to Sandy Ericksen at Sandy.Ericksen@princeofpeace.org. Please indicate if you want your entry to be anonymous.
Bible Study Challenge UPDATE
It’s Ice Cream Time!...Our pastors will be serving up ice cream after the Wednesday Advent service on December 19 in celebration of meeting our attendance goal for Sunday School Classes! Our goal was 425 people in class each week -- God led over 450 people to come hear and be in His word! We are truly blessed!
December Message Series
The Doorway
We are blessed that God has led you to worship with the Prince of Peace family. If you would like to find out more about Prince of Peace, please join us for food, fun and fellowship through The Doorway.
The Doorway will be your introduction to the church staff and Ministry leaders and learn what we believe; our Mission, Vision and our Values.
The Doorway is fun, informative and a great way to get to know Prince of Peace and our Ministries. More information can be found at www.princeofpeace.org
The Doorway is offered several times throughout the year. Our upcoming session is:
Sundays, January 13-27, 2008 at 9:30-10:30am
To register, please call Darlene Leiker at 972-447-9887 x 475, or email: darlene.leiker@princeofpeace.org. Reservations are appreciated but feel free to attend even if you can’t call ahead.
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| Coming Soon to POP |
Bea's Kids
Who are Bea’s Kids?
"Bea" an Angel-- Sponsor a Bea's Kids Angel for Christmas! Visit the kiosk in the Fellowship Center and choose a child to buy gifts for and join them and their family at the POP/Bea's Kids Christmas Party on December 16 at 3pm in the Fellowship Center.
A few names are still available to buy gifts for Christmas! Come by the kiosk TONIGHT before Advent worship!
NEW! We are in need of monetary donations to buy gifts for the younger siblings (ages 5 and under) who will be at the party on December 16!
1st Saturday Mission!
Next Mission Saturday:
January 5, 2008
9am - 2pm
Meet in the Conference Center
PURPOSE: Mission Saturdays are to INTRODUCE POP to our community! "But we have been at our current location for 10 years," you say. Well, the truth is our community doesn't know about POP. So, let's get out there and let the community know we are here to serve them!
Questions? Contact Beth Daugherty at beth.daugherty@princeofpeace.org or
972-447-9887, ext. 483.
Advent Dinners & Worship
Christmas
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Care
WANTED!
We are in need of a couch and an automobile for a family. If anyone has one they would like to donate or sell at a good price, please contact Carol Slawson at972-447-9887, ext. 451 or carol.slawson@princeofpeace.org.
Do you have any unwanted furniture? If so, please contact Carol Slawson. POP has many opportunities to help others and we would love to pass along any used furniture to families in need.
Food Pantry
And this is God’s command: To believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and to love one another as He commanded us. 1 John 3:23
Do you feel called to share Jesus’ love with the world in a more tangible way?
Scripture says that when all else is stripped away, all that remains is faith, hope, and love, and of these three, love is the greatest. We invite you to join us as our love for others goes beyond something we FEEL to something we DO. Below are a few of the opportunities available for you to express your love to those in need this holiday season. We thank you in advance for how your actions will testify to your faith in God, your hope in Christ and your love for our Lord and one another.
Donate gently-used coats
Holiday Dinners - $30 Donation
Sponsor a Bea’s Kid
Bring a Toy for a Child to help support Metrocrest
And please continue to stock our food pantry as you
have generously been doing! THANK YOU!
We ought always to thank God for you, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love every one of you has for each other is increasing. 2 Thessalonians 1:3
DECEMBER FOOD PANTRY WISH LIST
VELVEETA BISQUICK HEARTY SOUPS JELLY
COOKIES POPTARTS GRANOLA BARS SHAMPOO
SPAGHETTI SAUCE PARMESAN CHEESE PAPER TOWELS KLEENEX
Questions? Contact Dave Rahberg at 972-447-9887 or dave.rahberg@princeofpeace.org or Michele Eiland at 469-241-1349 ksucat87@swbell.net.
Children & Family
Family Movie Event
Join us on January 13 at 3pm in a theater at
Studio Movie Grill Plano that has been reserved for POP families and
friends! The movie is a new Veggie Tales production, The Pirates Who Don’t
Do Anything. Ticket price is $7 adults and $6 kids. Food and drink will be
available for purchase at the theater. Seating is limited.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Snowflake Ball
- IT'S NOT TOO LATE!!!
You’re invited to the 2nd annual Snowflake Ball (Dad, or special guest, & Daughter Dance) on Saturday, December 15 from 7-9pm in the Fellowship Center. This will be a night your daughter will always remember! The evening includes dancing, food, drinks, chocolate fountain and much more! Tickets are $30 per couple. Optional items include: corsage - $20, boutonniere - $15, or both for just $28. A premium package is available for $75 and includes tickets, corsage, boutonniere, nails, make-up and hair. There is limited availability with the premium package. Make appointment with Brenda Porter at brenda.porter@princeofpeace.org. A photo package will be available for purchase at the Ball.
REGISTER NOW!
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.
Christian School
God is so Good! POPCS will open a NEW Early Childhood Center in August 2008! Church and School families have the opportunity to enroll November - December 2007 before the general public!
More Information!
Middle School
Operation Christmas Gift
Looking for something amazing to do? Bring mom or dad along and join fellow students this coming Saturday,
December 15 as they head to the Dallas Convention Center at 659 S. Griffin from 9:30am – 3:30pm to give a hand at the nation’s largest Christmas party for the homeless, Operation Christmas Gift. If interested, contact Kay Sellers at 214-966-1062.
Parents . . .
Check out the Middle School Web Page for . . .
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An article written by LCMS Theologian, Dr. Joel Heck with details on the newly released movie, The Golden Compass.
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Information on the January Parent Meetings.
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What to bring to JAM on Friday, December 14.
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Calendar updates!
JAM - Jesus and Me!
This Friday, December 14 is our JAM Christmas Party!!! Students are asked to bring a wrapped gift of $5 or less to swap. If able, bring an extra one for anyone who forgets or is new. A few more parent helpers this night will be appreciated. We will also be making special kits to send to people in need through Lutheran World Relief in partnership with our Women’s Ministry.
FUEL – Bible Study
Confirmed 7th & 8th grade youth have two opportunities to attend Bible study: 9:25am in the Youth Center OR 11am in Room1056.
WANTED: Adults to partner with both classes on a regular basis during the school year! Please e-mail Serena at serena.pace@princeofpeace.org if you are interested.
NeXt Gen
SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES
Young Adult - 9:25 & 11am - Shaun Daugherty - 4th Floor
Join us for Bible Study & Discussion, plus lunch at 12:15 every Sunday.
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
Ladies Group
Beth Moore’s Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit. Call Jenny for details and directions at 214-403-0973.
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.
Women
Bible Study
Click HERE for a Listing of Classes
2008 Women's Conference - Register TODAY!
Prince of Peace Women's Ministry is having its first ever Women's Conference: High Time for Girlfriends, Laughter, & Tea!
Saturday, January 12
8:30am - 2pm
More Information!
Special guests are:
Motivational Speaker - Kathy Peel
Comedian - Kerrie Pomarolli
Singer/songwriter - Krista Remmers Morgan
Speaker - Patrick Carlove.
Purchase tickets at www.princeofpeace.org by November 10-January 10 for $40; January 11-12 for $45.
Questions? Contact:
Ann Nelson at 972-394-2788 or tarbnelson@verizon.net or
Debra Price at 972-473-2192 or rpanddeb@hotmail.com
More Information!
Women of Faith Conference
LWML Christmas Party
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El Nino Emanuel Orphanage
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| In Our Community |
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| POP FYI |
Job Opening: Director of Athletics
Seeking an individual who desires to serve the Lord on a daily basis by serving as the Director of Athletics for Prince of Peace Christian School.
Seeking an individual to administer the athletic program at Prince of Peace Christian School. This individual is to support and actively communicate the vision, mission and values of the school and athletic program to our school and community at large. Actively participate in the design, fund raising and construction of athletic facilities, which may include presentations and small group solicitation of financial support. Will mentor and supervise the Middle School Athletic Director and program to ensure program philosophy is communicated and implemented for each sport i.e. varsity coaches mentoring junior varsity and middle school coaches regarding fundamentals and skill development.
Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in education, physical education, or other related field; a teaching certificate; knowledge and experience in the fields of education and athletics; an active member of a Christian church which includes regular attendance at weekly worship services.
Excellent benefits package offered at employer’s expense.
Send resume to: Janet Gustafson at janet.gustafson@princeofpeace.org Or call: 972.447.0532, ext. 452
For specific questions regarding this position contact Craig Swanson at craig.swanson@princeofpeace.org or call 972.447.0532, ext 343
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.
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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