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a monthly news publication
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DATES TO
REMEMBER:
Wednesdays
in Lent
(through March 20)
6:15 pm
Soup Supper
7:00 pm Prayer Service 7:15 pm Class with Pr. Pete Rudowski March 3
Camp Sunday
March 9 & 16
First Communion
Classes
9:30-11 am
March 10
Daylight Savings Time
Begins
March 16 & 17
First Communion
March 17
Annual Meeting
in the PLC
12:15 pm
March 24
Palm Sunday
(PLC set-up
after 11 am worship)
March 28 Maundy Thursday
7 pm
March 29 Good Friday
7 pm
March 30 Easter Vigil
Baptisms
7 pm
(no 5 pm service)
March 31
Easter Sunday
8, 9:30, 11 am
No Sunday School
April 6 & 7 Worship in the PLC
regular worship times
Sundays in April 9:30 am
Discovering
Membership
class
May 4 & 5 Receive new members
May 10 & 11 Rummage Sale
Click here for our online calendar.
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WEEKLY
SCRIPTURE
READINGS:
3 Lent
3/3/2013
Isaiah 55:1-9
Psalm 63:1-8
1 Corinthians 10:1-13
Luke 13:1-9
4 Lent
3/10/2013
Joshua 5:9-12
Psalm 32
2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
5 Lent
3/17/2013
Isaiah 43:16-21
Psalm 126
Philippians 3:4b-14
John 12:1-8
Passion /
Palm Sunday
3/24/2013
Psalm 31:9-16
Philippians 2:5-11
(5-10) 11-14
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Acts 10:34-43
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
1 Corinthians 15: 19-26 Luke 24:1-12
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FINANCIAL
January
2013
Fiscal YTD Giving to
Current Fund $674,607.98
Fiscal YTD
Actual Expenses
$682,163.87
Fiscal YTD
Budgeted Expenses
$719,463.69
January Only:
Contributions to Designated Funds
not including
Building Fund
$9,864.93
Contributions to
Building Fund
$21,699.80
Fiscal YTD
Building Pledges Received
$513,636.08 |
ATTENDANCE
January
2013
Average Per Week:
475
YTD
Average Per Week:
475
January 2012
Average Per Week:
388
2012 YTD
Average Per Week:
388
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From the Pastor
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In the 7th chapter of John's Revelation, he paints a beautiful image of the victory feast in heaven. He writes, "These are they who have come out of the great ordeal; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb." The strong imagery of Revelation always takes me back to the imagery of Isaiah. Whenever I feel alone, whenever I feel at a loss, whenever I feel that I have lost my way, it is these books, these visionaries that keep me steady on the path. "Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old. I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert." -Isaiah 43.
With Pastor Grant leaving and the deaths of Al Geisinger and Paul Leiter- this has been a season of loss here at Prince of Peace. It has been a time that it would be easy to get lost in the wilderness. Yet the Word of God, as Pastor Tom reminded us in his recent sermon, keeps calling out to us with a light that shines in the darkness, marking our path toward home.
When we light the new paschal candle this Easter Vigil it will burn a little brighter for me. It will be a bittersweet moment without Paul there to start the fire, or Pastor Grant standing next to me as we march into a new Easter season together. Yet the light comes. Christ's resurrection is made visible once again, and we will follow the light into the new thing that God is once again preparing in our midst.
As we reflect on the sacrifice of the Lamb of God in this Lenten season, I pray that we always keep one eye on the sacrifice and one eye on the redemption. We always hold at heart the tension of having a Christ who is both crucified and risen. The crucified Christ is essential for us knowing that God comes all the way into our suffering without holding anything back. God will not abandon us. And the risen Christ reminds us that, while God will not abandon us, God will also not let us remain where we are. God is always leading us onward into the light and into the new, more glorious future that God is preparing for us.
This is a Lent where the crucified Christ brings even greater comfort in the midst of loss and sadness that I know God shares with us. Thanks be to God for this presence. And thanks be to God that Easter is coming, the victory feast of the Lamb, our hope and our tomorrow.
Thank you God for the new day that you are preparing for us. By your grace Lord, lift up our eyes so that we see the brightness of your dawning. Make a way in our wilderness. Make a river in our desert. God lead us by your pillar of fire, all the way home.
In Christ,
Pastor Jonathan
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A Key to Newsletter Articles
We are called to live balanced lives of discipleship. UP in relationship to God, IN in relationship with each other and OUT in witness and service to our community and world.
The articles in this newsletter are coded to show which ones are about UP, IN, and OUT. The image above shows you how we will be coding each article.
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Please join us at 7:00 pm each night for these most Holy Days when one service bridges over these Three Days.
Maundy Thursday (March 28), 7 pm
Gather for foot washing, Holy Communion, and the stripping of the altar.
Good Friday (March 29), 7 pm
Hear the Passion according to St. John, pray and reflect on the meaning of the cross.
Saturday (March 30), 7 pm
Gather for the Easter Vigil. We light a new fire and the paschal candle leads us into the sanctuary to hear portions of our salvation history in scripture. We will also celebrate baptism and Christ's Easter victory over the grave with the Eucharist.
Childcare provided for all Holy Week services.
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March 31 at 8, 9:30, and 11am
in the Parish Life Center
Christ is Risen!
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Childcare provided .
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If you are able to serve in worship
for any of Holy week or Easter worship services,
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Easter Serving in Worship Rehearsal
Wednesday, March 26
Are you scheduled to volunteer to serve in worship for the Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday, or the week after Easter? If so, we are holding a rehearsal on Wednesday evening, March 26 in the PLC to provide guidance on how things change in the PLC vs. a regular Sunday in the sanctuary. With over 1,000 worshipers here on Easter and Christmas, it takes some prior coordination to support these celebratory worship services. We continually improve each year, so even if you have attended in the past, please join us to be debriefed on the plans for this year.
- 6:30 - 7:00 pm Acolytes
- 7:00 - 7:30 pm Assisting Ministers, Ushers, Communion Assistants, and Crucifers
- 7:30 - 8:00 pm Usher Specific Guidance
If you cannot attend or have questions, please contact
Karen Skarda (kskarda@popluther.org or 683-4244).
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We need your help!
Easter PLC Set-up
We can't believe it ourselves, but it is almost time for us to set up the PLC again for Easter worship services. Many hands make light work! Our set-up is spread all across Holy Week, so there are several different opportunities to serve and help with the move.
Initial PLC Set-up: Sunday, March 24 10:30 - 1:30 pm
Chancel Furniture: Friday, March 29 8:00 - 8:30 pm
PLC Take-down: Sunday, April 7 12:00 - 2:00 pm
If you are able to help, please sign up on the UP bulletin board.
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We will be joining together for Soup Suppers in Lent on
March 6th,13th and 20th.
6:15 pm Dinner
7:00 pm Vespers
7:15 pm class with Pr. Pete Rudowski
Please have food in the PLC by 6:00 pm. Please sign up on the bulletin board to bring soup, bread, dessert, or beverages or to help with the set-up or clean-up. Your help is greatly appreciated with this special fellowship.
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TOP HONORS GO TO...
JODY PETERSEN
Second place, Sally Matson
Third place, Sheila Fein
Thanks to all who participated in, or enjoyed the wonderful food at the 6th Annual POP Chili Cook-off. The PLC was filled with the wonderful smell of chili while the judges nibbled their way through many varieties. Congratulations to our winners! A special thanks to the Supper Club for ensuring we had plenty of food to share.
View photos on our Facebook page HERE.
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 Our annual meeting will be held on Sunday, March 17 after the 11 am worship service.
Lunch and child care will be provided.
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Join us on a Lenten journey with Pastor Tom.
Former POP Pastor, Tom Stroeh has written a daily Lenten devotional, detailing his many experiences as Pastor at Prince of Peace. Click the image above to download the entire daily Lenten devotional book pdf or you can subscribe to day by day emails of this book by clicking HERE.
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First Communion at Prince of Peace
As Lutherans we love the Word and the Sacraments. We believe that we receive God's grace through them. First Communion is your chance to explore with your child what it means to receive God's grace through the Sacrament of Holy Communion. This is an important milestone for your child.
First Communion Class
Spring Session 2013
Saturday March 9, 9:30-11 am at POP
Saturday March 16, 9:30-11 am at POP
Children receive First Communion:
Saturday or Sunday March 16 & 17 in worship.
Please sign up by March 3.
This is a wonderful opportunity for your family to go deeper into your faith formation together and for your child to receive communion for the first time. First Communion materials are geared for 1st - 3rd graders, but if you as a parent feel that your child is ready earlier, or if your student is older than 3rd grade and wants to receive First Communion, talk to Pastor Jonathan and we will work to accommodate you.
Questions: Please contact
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Sunday, April 7, 12:45 pm
Everyone is welcome to join the POP crew on a visit to the Museum Center to see the Dead Sea Scrolls. The 5th & 6th grade youth group and their families will be going on April 7 after Sunday worship.
What: In 1947, a shepherd stumbled upon a hidden cave along the shore of the Dead Sea. Concealed inside were ancient scrolls that had not been seen for 2,000 years. After extensive excavation, a total of 972 remarkably preserved scrolls were found, including the earliest Biblical texts ever discovered. Now known as the Dead Sea Scrolls, they have been called the most significant archaeological find of the last century. On Sunday, April 7th, you can witness these ancient handwritten texts of the words that shaped the future of the Western world at the blockbuster exhibition, Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times. Join Mary Ellen and Sheryl as we carpool downtown to the Cincy Museum Center to see the Dead Sea Scroll exhibit.
When: Sunday April 7 - leaving POP at 12:45 pm- and returning no later than 4:30 pm. Meet in the atrium after the 11:00 service, bring and eat brown-bagged lunches, then drive together for our 1:30 pm group start time.
How: Sign up on the "UP" bulletin board. Costs are $19 per adult and $10 per student. Unaccompanied 5th/6th graders must have a signed permission slip turned in to Mary Ellen.
Reserve a space with us by April 2.
Visit this site to learn more about The Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit. cincymuseum.org/dead-sea-scrolls
Questions: Please contact
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Volunteers needed!
Matthew 25 Ministries
April 20, 9-11 am
We will work in the Matthew 25 warehouse in Blue Ash and process donations from local businesses that will be used in 3rd world countries. Work alongside POP members as we serve in this rewarding way! All ages are welcome!
Children and teens need to be accompanied by a parent. There will be a sign up sheet on the "OUT" bulletin board, closer to the date.
Please contact Sigrid Kluender
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A Day in the Life of an IHN Client:
Sunday February 10, twelve of us from POP attended a dinner hosted by First Presbyterian of Glendale. The purpose was to inform our IHN volunteers what the clients do during the day when they are not at our churches. Our hosts served up the same chicken dinner that they serve the IHN guests when it is their night to host. It was total comfort food-fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, baked beans, mac and cheese, broccoli and cheese casserole, applesauce, and cupcakes. We learned that the bus picks up our guests at 6:30 am at each church and transports them to the IHN Center downtown. Everyone gets bus tokens-the kids to get to school, the adults go to job interviews. Younger children attend a preschool at the Center, or if they are too young for that, they can stay with their parents. The IHN staff works on getting housing for their clients, financial classes, and addressing other issues. Many more families seek the help of IHN than can be accommodated in the churches all over the city. If they cannot be accommodated when they apply, they must spend one more night on someone's couch or in their car and then apply again. In the last year, IHN has noted that there are more 2 parent families seeking housing and the Moms are younger. Those attending from Prince of Peace were: Anita and Warren Winning, Glen Haugen (Kathy was sick), Barb and Mike Wood, Jeannie and Norm Kjos, Dale Mowry, Ruth Bell and Rudy Riedel, and Alan and Sigrid Kluender.
We will host again on March 8
at Forest Chapel United Methodist Church.
We will be housed in this church while Christ Church undergoes a building program. We hope you can join us in this ministry. To learn more about IHN visit
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Membership at POP classes begin
April 7 at 9:30 am
If you are interested in learning more about membership at POP, please sign up to attend the spring session of "Discovering Membership", which begins Sundays in April at 9:30 am starting April 7.
"Discovering Membership" is a four-week class that provides an overview of POP, its ministries, and how you can live a life that is UP in relationship with God, IN relationship with our church family, and OUT in our community. Childcare is provided. At the end of the class, you are able to decide if membership is right for you. We will be receiving new members the weekend of May 4/5 at all worship services.
Please contact our church office by March 25
to get signed up (mbozman@popluther.org or 683-4244).
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Join us March 3 for CAMP SUNDAY!
A special celebration will happen during the Sunday School hour on March 3 and with a Parent Info Meeting following the 11am service. This summer, kids in grades kindergarten to 8th grade are invited to head to Camp Mowana for a faith-filled week!
Who: Camp is available for all kids in K-8th grade (especially elementary aged kids and catechism students). Students will spend the week with new friends, excellent counselors, and a few caring adults from POP will also be there. (Mary Ellen Helms is set to attend, other adults are being confirmed in the near future!)
When: Sunday, July 21-Friday, July 26
Where: Camp Mowana in Mansfield, OH
to register. (By registering before March 31, you can make
monthly payments, get a free t-shirt, and guarantee your spot
at camp.)
What else: We will be providing bus transportation from Prince of
Peace. Once you have registered, please put your name on
the bulletin board and mark if you would like to ride the PoP
Bus! By signing up on the bulletin board, you and others can
see who is going from our POP family.
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The clothing bank at First Lutheran
needs your donations!
Thank you so much for your generous donations for the First Lutheran clothing room! We served 51 people again in January. Because of the kindness of our donors, we are in pretty good shape currently, with only a few very specific needs. Here are the items we are out of or have very low supply:
We are in need of these items:
- disposable razors
- deodorant (men's or women's, any size including travel)
- XXL men's t-shirts or undershirts - gently used or new
- hoodies - XL is the most popular size so they can layer
- thermal underwear bottoms size L or bigger
- new women's panties sizes 7 - 12
- large size bras
- bath towels
- gently used men's jeans 34-36 waist, 32 or longer inseams
- a 2'x4' folding table in good condition.
Your donations are greatly appreciated! Please place them in the box outside the old kitchen.
Please contact Kristine DeAnthony
at kdeantho@fuse.net with any questions.
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"Notes from the Edge"
Happenings from the Edge House at UC
The Edge House is the Lutheran Campus Ministry (LCM)
on the edge of UC campus led by Pastor Alice Connor.
What We Do at the Edge House:
Each semester, we pack up our espresso machine and all the gear (several tubs worth!) and head over to the art school DAAP and to a nearby residence hall Stratford Heights. We set up a makeshift coffee shop and give away espresso drinks until the wee hours of the morning. Last semester, we served over 220 students. It's our way of saying that God loves them and that love is free.
--Pastor Alice
How You Can Get Involved at the Edge House:
- Adopt one Edge House student for regular prayer.
- Offer an hour or two a week as a greeter-particularly over lunch, we need folks to welcome students, answer the phone, and just relax in a fun environment.
- Help plant tulip/daffodil bulbs or spread mulch for the curb appeal of the house in March.
See what we're doing at the Edge House and get more information about how you can get involved at www.edge-uc.org.
Please contact Pastor Alice Connor
at aconnor@goodshepherd.com for more information.
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During the Lent and Easter season, POP is joining other congregations from across the nation by hosting a "Buck-a-Chick" sale. Proceeds support ELCA World Hunger.
For $1, you can purchase and decorate one of the paper chicks. A dollar is all it takes to provide a family living in poverty with a little chick. Soon enough, the chick begins producing eggs. Its eggs make nutritious protein-rich meals, and can be sold at the marketplace for income - helping a family escape hunger for good!
Buck-a-Chick coloring sheets are available at the Welcome Center. It's a fun project for the young and the young-at-heart. (Who doesn't like to color?!) The completed colorful, creative chicks will be posted on the walls in the Sunday School hallway.
Give your offering during Sunday School or at the Sunday School Welcome Table on Sunday mornings.
Mary Ellen Helms (mehelms@popluther.org).
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Stephen Ministry welcomes
Larry Bucher
our newest partner in ministry
Larry recently completed the 50-hour training and will be commissioned at the 9:30 am service on March 17. Pray for him as he begins serving in this role.
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BUILDING UPDATE
REBID: We have decided to rebid part of the project because the bid price from the preferred general contractor was higher than the estimate. The architects worked with him to find cost reductions and construction savings, but that still didn't meet our budgeted amount. The original bid requests were sent to only three contractors, but now we will open it up to the broader contractor community, still reserving the privilege of accepting the bid from the best and lowest contractor, not necessarily the absolute lowest. In a similar project for a public building, the architects recently received sixteen bids and found that the low bid came in less than the estimated cost, which suggests this is a good strategy. The bids for plumbing, heating and air conditioning, electrical, and fire protection came out in total slightly below the estimate and will not be rebid.
OTHER ISSUES: In our work to reduce the construction cost, the Building Committee has made a number of changes in finishing and trim items, but not in the size and footprint of the new Sanctuary and Education area, or in turning the existing Sanctuary into a Narthex. Once we have all the cost numbers, they will be shared with the Congregation along with the final design, and we will have a vote to accept the project and the accompanying mortgage on it. The work on cost and the rebidding will result in slowing the start of construction by a month or more, but put it into the more-favorable springtime construction season. We have also been told that we should expect a thirteen-month construction timetable, a month shorter than previously estimated.
GREAT OUTCOME: Sometimes not everything falls into place according to the initial timetable, but this is typical of building projects like this. We know the building will be built, we will be pleased with it and most importantly, it will be a fine place where the Lord is worshipped and His work is done, and the delays will quickly fade from our memory.
Rich Peters
Building Committee Chairman
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At Prince of Peace, the Discretionary Fund is a fund whereby members may contribute money (in addition to their current (general) fund and building fund contributions) which is then distributed to individuals who live in the Loveland School District or any POP member who needs financial assistance. Twenty dollar Kroger gift cards are also distributed to assist with the purchase of gas or food. There is a $200 yearly limit set for non-members. Currently, people in need can visit the church on Wednesday afternoons to request assistance. In January, thirty-seven individuals were served which is the highest in recent history. The fund is not always solvent and therefore people are referred to other organizations in the area like LIFE Food Pantry, St. Columban, North Star, and Good Shepherd. The following are the 2012 statistics: Contributions received: $14,613 Distributions: rent: $4,680 utilities: $6,283 misc: $1,545 Kroger gift cards distributed: 119 Requests granted: 182 times Requests denied either no funds or did not qualify: 77 times Thank you for your generosity in sustaining this fund. If you would like to contribute to this fund, please mark your donation for the "Discretionary Fund".
If you have questions, please contact
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POP CORKS
Saturday, March 9 at 7 pm
Explore Wines from the Land Down Under
POP Corks will meet at the home of Jerry & Kathy Martin on Saturday, March 9 at 7 pm. The theme this month will be "Wines from Australia and New Zealand". This group consists of wine enthusiasts who welcome anyone (21 or over) to participate in a delightful evening of fellowship and wine tasting. The gathering allows us to meet and get to know other church members of the POP community in a relaxed setting. Please bring a bottle of wine related to the theme (usually in the $10-20 range) to taste and an appetizer or dessert to share.
The sign-up sheet and directions will be posted on the "IN" bulletin board.
We look forward to seeing YOU!
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Saturday, March 9 at 9 am
All are welcome!
It's time to prepare the church grounds for the growing season
by raking, edging and trimming.
Bring your enthusiasm and yard tools.
Contact Scott Torrison at 774-0617 with questions.
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 A Look at What's Happening in
We are families striving to see God at work in our lives through regular times of play, prayer, and service.
February was a busy month for connect4! In addition to gathering for meals and faith sharing on the first and third Tuesday, we served at Kids Against Hunger on February 9. Twenty parents and kids helped pack meals for the hungry. (image above and left). Our other special event was our first ever connect4 Talent Show! Kids and adults shared their talents and silliness on stage on Friday, February 22.
We hope you can try a connect4 gathering or GODS Time with us in March. This group of families is a low maintenance, high fun group. If you're searching for ways to grow your family's faith - this is one way to do that alongside others who are committed to being families on mission.
March 5 & 19: Gather at 6 pm at the Eilerts' for faith, food, & friendship!
March 12: Go Out and Do Something by preparing and serving a meal to the Loveland community with the Supper Club.
As always, consider popping in for a time with no commitment - we'd be pleased to share a meal with you!
Questions: contact Suzanne Eilert (eilerts@cinci.rr.com)
or Mary Ellen Helms (MEHelms@popluther.org )
for more information.
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Vámonos!
Vámonos! was started with the knowledge that 'our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God'
(1 Corinthians 6:19). Vámonos! seeks to encourage relationships with each other and our Father through regular times of fellowship and prayer and, of course, by moving and dancing at ZUMBA ® fitness classes. March Gathering: Monday, March 25, 6 pm: Group walk on the Loveland Bike Trail. Let's hope that spring has sprung by the end of March! Meet outside Julian's deli to walk with Vámonos! friends and then gather afterwards in downtown Loveland.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ March Zumba® Fitness Classes Monday and Thursday Evenings in the PLC
All Welcome! (ages 12 and up)
Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 pm
No Classes March 24 - April 4
If Loveland cancels events for weather,
Zumba is cancelled too!
Questions? Contact Karen Skarda at
karenskarda@gmail.com or 312-9498
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The Supper Club March 12 & 26, 5:45 - 6:45 pm: Serve a meal in the PLC If you or a group you are involved with is interested in sponsoring and hosting a meal, please contact Danette Miller. Please join us! Bring your family and friends! Questions? Contact: Danette and Scott Miller at dmiller1@cinci.rr.com Rosann and Chad McLelland at rmclelland@cinci.rr.com Jody and Joel Petersen at jody.petersen@chca-oh.org ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
More Than Paws
In the December Newsletter, there was a mention of Cheryl Cowell's therapy dog, Angel. Therapy dogs can go to hospitals, nursing homes, libraries and several other places to bring joy to others! (They are not service dogs for the blind, this is a much more involved process)
Could your dog be used in this manner? - One way to find out is to go to the website TDI-dog.org. TDI stands for Therapy Dogs International. - Another way is to attend a screening session to see whether your dog has the needed temperment. The next one is Saturday, March 2 at University Hospital in Cincinnati. For more information,contact TDI evaluator, Sandra Kordis-Rubin at (513) 793-7082 or email: sandyandbarry@zoomtown.com. Leaders are Scott and Marylu Torrison mtorrison822@gmail.com or 774-0617.
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POP Kids Update
a ministry of Prince of Peace
Security Review:
In light of the tragedy at Sandy Hook in Connecticut, we felt that it was a good time to review our security systems at POP Kids, as well as, Prince of Peace, at least until we have our new building that will have better systems. We all believe that it critical to maintain the open/inclusive environment that is POP but still are sure we are doing what we can to create a safe environment for all.
How can you help?
When you enter the church during POP Kids School hours, please just greet the receptionist or front office and let them know what you are doing i.e., "I'm going to meet with Mary Ellen.", "I need to go to the loft to get a Christmas tree.", "Just going to my mailbox.", etc. It's easy and it helps us know who's in the building.
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Learning about good health:
We had fun this month learning about being healthy. The picture below is one of our classes learning yoga.
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God's time:
With Pastor Grant leaving, we decided it was a good time to revamp our God's time which Mary Ellen and Grant used to do every week. Now we do a bigger event once a month with Mary Ellen and the teachers expand on it in the classroom throughout the month. Our first one was a huge success; the teachers and children loved it. If you come to church during Holy week, be sure to look at our Lenten Walk in the halls of POP.
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The POP Prayer Team Ministry meets
the first Sunday of each month
after the 11:00 a.m. service in the atrium.
We pray over the POP monthly Prayer Concerns list and to pray for each other. Everyone is welcome to join the group or to come for personal prayer.
If you have questions, please contact
the POP Prayer Team Ministry coordinators:
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The card making group will meet on
Thursday, March 7 at 10 am.
We will be making Easter cards for the LIFE Food Pantry senior clients. Supplies are furnished and no experience is needed.
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Pieces for Peace
Join us for our monthly meetings:
We meet the 2nd & 4th Monday
of each month in room #6 at 7 pm.
Thanks to everyone for their continued support.
The fabric, thread and batting are always welcome!
No sewing experience is needed! REALLY!
Join us for any of our events!
We make quilts for those in need.
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2013 Rummage Sale
May 10-11
Large Item Pick-up - May 5
Vacation Bible School
week of June 16
Camp Mowana
July 21-26
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Click here to download a pdf of the prayer list
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Closing Thoughts from our President
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, grant us peace. These words are spoken or sung at nearly every communion service at Prince of Peace. As we experience this Lenten season, it seems more appropriate than ever to really reflect on these words. The murder of our beloved fellow member, Paul Leiter, has brought the evil of this world to our doorstep in a very personal and painful way. While we rejoice in the promise of the resurrection, we also struggle with the senselessness of such an act and are bound together by our grief. As baptized believers we know that God promises to be with us through the good and bad. I believe God gives us each other to lean on. One of the greatest gifts this congregation gives to its members is love and support. I pray that we will always be a congregation that provides comfort and support to those in need. May the merciful Lamb of God take away the sins of this world and wrap us in his comfort and peace now and always. Amen. As the Lenten season continues this month, please consider joining us for a midweek prayer service (Wednesdays at 7 pm) and Bible Class with Pastor Pete Rudowski that immediately follows in the sanctuary. Pastor Tom Stroeh has written some wonderful Lenten devotionals that you can receive as a daily email during the Lenten season. At the heart of these devotionals are individual stories of love and discipleship that Pastor Tom experienced as a Pastor at Prince of Peace for over 30 years. These are a great way to start your day and to realize all that this family of believers called Prince of Peace has meant to the community over the past 50 years! The month of March culminates with Holy Week and the resurrection of our Lord and Savior. Please check this newsletter for dates and times of services during this most sacred week of the church year. There are lots of ways to help during this very busy time. See this newsletter for opportunities to serve in a capacity such as an usher, acolyte or greeter or as part of a set up or take down crew as we prepare to worship in the larger PLC space for Easter weekend. Thank you for your help! I hope you have taken a few moments to glean the articles and announcements in this newsletter. There are many wonderful ways to become involved in ministry at Prince of Peace! I would encourage you to consider being a part of a missional community, the Interfaith Hospitality Network, the POP Prayer Team or a Matthew 25 volunteer. If you have not joined this community of faith yet and are looking for a dynamic and loving family of faith to be a part of, please consider attending our Discovering Membership classes that will begin on April 7. Finally, I hope you will take a moment to review Rich Peters' article on the state of the building project. While we all would like to be moving some dirt at this point, your leadership team wants to be sure we are getting this right and that we are being good stewards of the monies you have pledged to us for this project. The general contractor bids did not come in as we had hoped so we have decided to follow the advice of our design build firm (VSWC/Single Point) and do an open bidding process for a general contractor. We have also value engineered aspects of this project to bring costs closer to the original estimate for this project. We should have a more detailed explanation about all of this by the time we meet for the Annual Meeting on March 17. Speaking of the Annual Meeting, I hope you will plan to join us on the 17th around 12:15 pm in the PLC for that meeting. We will be ratifying our new council slate for the coming year at that meeting and electing a new nominating committee member for a three year term. I am very grateful to the men and women that have agreed to serve on council for the coming year. It is a very dedicated and gifted group of individuals that will do a great job leading us through a year filled with opportunities (for building expansion, calling a new pastor, celebrating 50 years of existence and growing ministries to support our mission and vision). We will report on the ministries that we have been growing over the past year and provide a glimpse of 50th Anniversary festivities. A light lunch will also be provided at the meeting. See you there! May the joy of the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, bring you comfort and peace. In Christ,
Kathy Weimer, Council President
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REMINDER!
All news articles for next month's newsletter are due to Cary Rohrer by the 15th. Email stories and photos to crohrer@popluther.org or drop it in my mailbox or by my office.
Contact info for our church:
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
101 South Lebanon Rd.
Loveland, OH 45140
513.683.4244
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