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I love Easter. The music, the message, the lilies, the hope eternal. I love Easter. To get to the joy of Easter, we must first travel with Christ on a difficult path of betrayal, pain, suffering and death. The meal. The garden. The soldiers. The prison. The denial. It's too much for us the bear. We owe our salvation to Jesus Christ. Worship with us on Easter Sunday - and the days leading up to the joy of the resurrection.
Here's a quick reminder of upcoming schedules and events. |
| Holy Week Schedule | | |
 Maundy Thursday, April 21 - Holy Communion Worship at 7 pm
Good Friday, April 22 - Worship at 11am with lunch following; Worship at 7 pm (no evening meal)
Easter Sunday, April 24th - Celebrate the Risen Savior with Holy Communion Worship at 7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 10:30 am. Our own Jack Zimmer will be baking delicious cinnamon rolls to enjoy between services.
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| WHY JESUS? | | |
ACTS Adult Study Begins May 1st
9:00 am and 10:30 am, Room 7
 Take part in this 4-week adult bible study by David Nasser as he explores Jesus through a "man on the street" style interview.
Nassar also shares his personal journey of growing up in Iran and watching "religion" destroy his country. You'll learn about his move to America, forsaking Islam and finding God's love, grace and forgiveness for the first time in his life. To view the DVD trailer, click here. |
| POCKETS FULL OF HOPE BACK MAY 1st | |  Grass roots support for Feed My Starving Children 9-year-old Emma Verkuilen is on a mission to help hungry children in the world. She'll be back in the Welcome Center on Sunday, May 1st with her "pocketbook purse." They sell for $10 and are made with love by Emma herself. All proceeds go to Feed my Starving Children, a non-profit Christian organization that feeds children in poverty-stricken countries.
Using discarded jeans, ribbon, fabric paints and her mom's sewing machine, Emma creates pockets of hope. 100% of sales goes to Feed My Starving Children, thanks to a Thrivent grant for expenses. Visit Emma's table in the Welcome Center on May 1 or contact the Verkuilen family
to arrange a purchase. |
| WOMEN'S BRUNCH is May 7th @ 10 am | |  Ruth Bachman, Guest Speaker
A delicious brunch, fellowship and a time to celebrate spring! Join us and hear the inspirational message about Ruth Bachman's journey as a cancer survivor and amputee. She'll also share information about her foundation, The Hourglass Fund. All women are welcome. Tickets are available Sunday, May 1st. The cost is $10. |
| Youth Ministry News | | |
If you have questions regarding ministry to youth in grades 7-12 that is not found on the web, please contact Natalia 763-560-8958 or email her. There are no youth ministry programs on Wednesday, April 20th. We will resume April 27th with pizza at 5:45, Dodgeball at 6 pm, Axis at 6:30, iRev at 6:30 and Revolution at 8:00 pm.
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AXIS
It's our final Axis of the year! There are lots of things to do that night - but we're going to have small group parties, wrap up the year's lessons, have a MEGA quiz show with awesome prizes, and have conversations about what the summer holds for everyone. Join us at 5:45 for pizza, 6 pm for Dodgeball and 6:30 for Axis! For the Axis website, click here.
REVOLUTION
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER on April 27th! Professor Walter Sundberg from Luther Seminary will be here to discuss the devil, demons and all things evil. He has taught a very popular class at seminary called "The Demonic." Many of you had questions about this topic on the retreat, so here's your opportunity to get the answers! We'll be in the Youth Room at 8 pm!
iREV
Our small group high school Bible study will begin again on April 27th at 6:30 pm. |
| SUNDAY SCHOOL DATES TO REMEMBER | | |
April 24 - Easter - No Sunday School
May 8 - Mother's Day Crafts in Sunday School
May 13 - POPpers Mystery Event
May 22 - Last day of Sunday School |
| CEAP SPRING RAKING IS THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 23 | | Our team is working from 9 am - 2 pm
Bring your work gloves and your rakes! This is open to all who want to lend a hand to our neighbors. It's a wonderful way to reach out within our own community and help those who are unable to do yard work. Contact Dave Herzuck for more information. |
| CHURCH LIBRARY | | Food for the Soul
We give thanks and praise on this Easter Sunday. Here are good reads for today--
For Adults:
"In the Footsteps of the Master: Walking with Christ through the Holy Land" - Ellen Hohenfeldt
'Jesus, a Novel" - Walter Wangerin, Jr.
"The Greatest Moments in the Life of Christ" - Max Lucado
For Children:
"The Very First Easter" - Paul L. Maier
"The Story of Easter for Children" - Beverly Rue Wiersum
Stop in today!
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I have always looked forward to Easter morning with anticipation, excitement and a heart filled with the promise of hope. It's as if the church is transformed on Easter morning, with fragrant Easter lilies, the aroma of baked goods and beautiful, spirit-filled music. The message from the pastor is one of renewed hope, the promise of a Savior who is coming soon. What a gift!
It is with deep appreciation that I thank all those who volunteer on Easter Sunday. The choirs, musicians, coffee hosts, ushers, greeters, readers, communion servers - you all help make Easter a special time for worship. Thank you to all of you who share part of your Easter celebration with your church family!
Praise God!
LuAnn Ferguson
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church |
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