“Seek the LORD while he may be found;
call upon him while he is near;
let the wicked forsake his way,
and the unrighteous man his thoughts;
let him return to the LORD, that he may have compassion on him,
and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.”
(Isaiah 55:6-7 ESV)
Dear Friends,
Greetings in Jesus’ name.
These Sundays we are taking a closer look at “Noah – The Man, The Ark, The Flood” in the Adult Bible Class (see the notice below). I think about how things are today. People are not worried about God, they are worried about money, the environment, and their relationships. And yet, that is all people were doing during the decades Noah and his family constructed the ark. The last moment to care about God was that instant when they realized the earth was flooding over and they had no place to go.
I thought of that very reality when I read the first verse printed above. We should all “seek the Lord while He may be found.” The words imply there will come a time when, like in Noah’s generation, it will be too late to “seek the Lord.” The situation is the same today. There will come a day of Judgment when Jesus returns, history as we know it will come to an end, and people of every generation will be judged.
And it’s not some vague evaluation about whether someone says, “Well, I believe in God.” Specifically, what does one believe about God. Again Isaiah tells us, “Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that he may have compassion on him, and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.”
Specifically, I am talking about the pardon won for us by God’s own Son, Jesus. Can you appreciate how amazing this grace and favour of God is to us? If you can begin to appreciate it, you will also pray and speak like it is a lifesaver for those around you too. That is why the Bible and your pastor bug you about caring about the unbelieving people around you.
Coming Up this Sunday at Prince of Peace …
10:30 Holy Communion
Sermon “You Don’t Get What You Deserve” based on Matthew 20:1-16
The Lord’s Week Coming (unless Jesus returns before then) …
Ladies Bible Study Breakfast meets for the first time this fall on Saturday, September 20, at 9:00am. If you have ever attended you know what a blessing it is. If not, why not give it a try this fall. Regulars are encouraged to bring a friend.
The Bible’s account of Noah, the ark, and the flood is legendary: A man in his 500s with no power tools and only ancient technology builds a huge ocean-going ship able to hold two of every land animal. The flood covers the entire planet, topping the highest mountain by 20 feet, yet somehow this extra water all disappears.
To many people the Bible’s account of Noah’s flood sounds over the top – almost mythical. But the Men’s Network wants to know if it is plausible. In this study we go to the Creation Museum in Petersburg, Kentucky, to interview scientists and theologians who discuss the Bible’s account of Noah, the ark, and the flood. We also search for evidence of the Biblical deluge in the records of ancient civilizations, on the earth’s surface, and in the fossil record.
In the Sunday Adult Bible Class we will feature this video entitled, “Noah – The Man, The Ark, The Flood” and also ponder, “What might Noah’s flood mean to me?” Come and see! Sunday at 9:15 in the church basement. Coffee will be on!
Featured in the movie is Ken Ham. Here is a sample of his perspective. Click here.
Prayer & Communion Service is an informal midweek service where we gather prayer concerns and I pray through them. We finish with a brief communion liturgy. You are welcome to attend with your prayer concerns or simply another opportunity to partake of the dear body and blood of our Lord Jesus which feed our spiritual life. We begin this Wednesday at 8:00pm.
Let’s Talk! Next week after Worship we will have a congregational event with lunch and a meeting – no, more a discussion – following. What’s going on at Prince of Peace? What does the future hold? What are the possibilities? Pastor and Brad, our Chairman, will facilitate the discussion. Please join us for a potluck lunch before the Meeting. We are looking to have a light lunch. Please bring sandwiches, a salad or a dessert. There is a signup sheet in the foyer. Looking forward to seeing everyone there.
Tuesday Bible Study has returned for a new season. Our weekly study will focus on a theme from one of the readings for the coming Sunday. Coffee will be on for our 9:30 start and finish with prayer by 11:00. Come and join the fun!
LWMLC Ontario District Christian Growth Seminar is at the Quality Hotel & Convention Centre, Woodstock, on September 26 & 27. Theme “Heart Melody” (Ephesians 5:19), exploring the ‘ins and outs’ of our hymnal and all the ways we can use it.
Coming again in October! …
Free and Joyous Response:
Raising stewards of Christ, celebrating God’s gifts, and
the joy of giving and serving Him!
Free and Joyous Response begins in mid-October! During the Sundays of October 19-November 9 we will be taking a journey entitled “Free & Joyous Response.” It will be all about God’s gifts of love to us, the happy effect those gifts have upon us, and how they change our lives for the better.
Free & Joyous Response involves not only the Sunday service but also Bible studies. Are you saying, “I don’t do Bible study!”? Well, you could for a mere 4 weeks. There will be 3 opportunities for you to get on board:
- Sundays at 9:00 am (The Adult Bible Class) beginning October 19
- Tuesday Bible Study at 9:30 am beginning October 14
- Tuesdays at 7:00 pm (a special evening Bible Study just for the 4 weeks) beginning October 14
Sunday Morning Bible Study & Sunday School: Free & Joyous Response also includes the children.
Watch for upcoming opportunities to sign up for your involvement in “Free & Joyous Response” that begins October 19. Remember, Prince of Peace congregation is not “them” – it is “us!” Let’s do this together!
It will culminate with a Consecration Sunday & Luncheon on November 9. Save the date! More information will be forthcoming.
News …
Our LCC-East District Convention is set to meet May 3-6 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Kitchener. The convention theme will be “Rejoice, Pray, and Give Thanks” (1 Thes.5:16-18) with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Ken Fickenscher.
Every congregation in the district will send one lay delegate and the pastor as delegate to the congregation.
In addition, from now till November 14 we at PoP have opportunity to nominate people for the elections that will be held at the convention. Recommend names to me or members of council and we will arrange to make the nominations official. You need only pray and make suggestions. Here is a list of offices for nomination:
- Nomination of Officers:
- President
- 1st VP
- 2nd VP
- Secretary
- Nomination of Board and Committee Members:
- Directors-at-Large
- District Committee on Nominations
- Synodical Committee for Convention Nominations
- Election of Circuit Counsellors
If you are looking for more detail on the nominating and election process see the Handbook of the district online at this link (click here) on page 49.
Do you know any young adults off to college or university? We want to encourage them to stay connected to the body of Christ by worshipping in the city of their school. Please send an email to campusministry@lcceast.ca with their names, schools attending, and email addresses. Tthey will receive an email invitation to a nearby church. Debbie Gajdos manages this referral service on behalf of the district.
Online …
Why read the Bible? Mike Bieber reflects on the importance of digging into the Word regularly. To read more click here.
Mozambique’s Lutherans eager for first ordinations. Lutheran missions in Mozambique continue to flourish, with three new congregations established in the past year. The good news comes as the Church prepares for the ordination of its first class of pastors. To read more click here.
Who you gonna call again? As Ghostbusters celebrates its 30th anniversary, Rev. Ted Giese takes another look at the classic film. To read more click here.
In your prayers, please remember: Scott, resting comfortably following treatment for a heart attack
- Christians in Iraq who are troubled, distressed, persecuted, deprived and endangered, that the Lord would strengthen their faith, provide for their daily needs and grant deliverance
- Peace in places of strife: between Israel and Gaza, and in places like Syria and Ukraine
- Those who struggle with mental illness
The Lord be with you.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Pastor Kevin Walrath
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
1299 Brant St.
Burlington, ON
905-332-7671
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