“Then Solomon stood before the altar of the Lord in the presence of all the assembly of Israel and spread out his hands toward heaven, and said, “O Lord, God of Israel, there is no God like you, in heaven above or on earth beneath, keeping covenant and showing steadfast love to your servants who walk before you with all their heart, who have kept with your servant David my father what you declared to him. You spoke with your mouth, and with your hand have fulfilled it this day. . . .
“But will God indeed dwell on the earth? Behold, heaven and the highest heaven cannot contain you; how much less this house that I have built! Yet have regard to the prayer of your servant and to his plea, O Lord my God, listening to the cry and to the prayer that your servant prays before you this day, that your eyes may be open night and day toward this house, the place of which you have said, ‘My name shall be there,’ that you may listen to the prayer that your servant offers toward this place.”
(1 Kings 8:22–24, 27–29 ESV)
Dear Friends of the Risen Saviour,
Christian greetings!
The text from 1 Kings above was the Old Testament lesson for last Sunday. It is the prayer of King Solomon on the great day of dedication of the Temple.
My devotional idea for you today is simply since this is the 50th year of worship in our building at Prince of Peace, it is worth reading Solomon’s words while thinking about our facility.
For your information, here’s a little of our history: The Cornerstone of our church building was laid on October 2, 1966. The present church building was dedicated on November 27, 1966.
Oh, let us be humble, pray to the Lord in faith, and be thankful that He hears our prayers for Jesus’ sake! And let us be thankful for the facility the Lord has given us and not take our freedom to worship the Lord in our own building for granted!
The Lord be with you!
Coming Up at Prince of Peace …
Sunday, June 5, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost
10:00 Holy Communion
(Note the earlier summer service time!)
PoP News …
Worship at Prince of Peace begins earlier! This Sunday, June 5, we move to our summer schedule with worship at 10:00am. Bible Study and Sunday School will resume after Labour Day.
Church Outdoor Spring Clean Up will be this Saturday, June 4, at 9:00 am. We are looking at trimming shrubs, picking up trash, cleaning up the flowerbeds etc. Bring your garden tools and work gloves. We would appreciate if you could bring a few extra yard waste bags to help out – many hands make light work!
Please join the choir at a pot luck luncheon this Sunday, June 5, to celebrate the upcoming marriage of Margaret to Mathews. Margaret sings with us at our special Christmas services and was a faithful choir member until her education took her further afield. May God bless this couple as they prepare to commit their lives to one another in holy matrimony.
Alive through Faith in the Gospel of Christ, a study of Paul’s Epistle to the Galatians (A summer sermon series)
May 29 “Before Faith, I Followed a Gospel of Man” based on Galatians 1:1-12
June 5 “Before Faith, I was Dead” based on Galatians 1:11-24
June 12 “Before Faith, I was a Persona Non Grata” based on Galatians 2:15-20
June 19 Pastor & Carol on holidays; Rev. Robert Krestick preaching
June 26 “Before Faith, Bad Stuff was Evident” based on Galatians 5:1, 13-25
July 3 “Before Faith, I Thought I was Really Something” based on Galatians 6:1-10, 14-18
Volunteers Needed: As part of cost saving measures at Prince of Peace in 2016 the Trustees are looking for volunteers from our Church family to provide light cleaning services during our cleaner, quieter summer season. Duties would include a light cleaning of the sanctuary and bathrooms as needed. Garbage and recycling will be handled by the Trustees. If you are willing to be a part of the cleaning rotation, please sign up on the sheet on the bulletin board.
Seniors Gathering in Kingsville: All seniors are invited to a day of sharing, prayers, worship, and fellowship on Saturday, August 20 between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm. Guest Speakers are Rev. Paul Zabel , who will discuss “Cremation & Christians”; Rev. Robert Krestick, who will discuss “Physician Assisted Suicide”; and Mrs. Elizabeth Krestick, who will lead a discussion about “Age Friendly Congregational Life”. A BBQ lunch will be provided. Please RSVP: Eileen Wonnick gordonwonnick@sympatico.ca or 519-326-4841. It’s a distance but it would be fun if a couple of folks from Prince of Peace want to buddy up and take a field trip together. It sounds like an excellent programme.
Our Outdoor Service and Congregational BBQ will be held Sunday, June 26. There will an outdoor tent and great food. The BBQ will follow the 10:00 o’clock outdoor service. Sign up in the lobby for what you might bring to add to the feast.
Online News …
Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken and produced Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL. This week’s topics include: Has American Christianity Failed?, Vision Casting Leaders in the Church, Luther’s Later Years, The Apostle Barnabas and more. You can listen to what you want when you want at www.issuesetc.org and on the Lutheran Public Radio mobile app.
In your prayers, please remember:
- Those undergoing tests
- Those in mourning
- Friends and family struggling with cancer
- Those uprooted by the Fort McMurray wildfire
- Those who govern our land that they might work in accordance with God’s will and wisdom, especially the federal government commissioned by God to protect life
The Lord be with you.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Pastor Kevin Walrath
