Then children were brought to him that he might lay his hands on them and pray.
The disciples rebuked the people, but Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me
and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.”

(Mt 19:13–14 ESV)

Dear Christian Friends,

The scene was pretty dramatic when parents, who obviously thought Jesus was Someone special, brought their children to be touched by Jesus. The serious disciples thought this was not a good use of Jesus’ time – seeing that He was the Messiah and all.

But there He was – Jesus in the flesh – with outstretched arms to receive the children.

Jesus is not standing now before us in the way the disciples experienced. However, Jesus did promise He would be with us “always, to the end of the age.” (Matt. 28:19 ESV)  Also, the Bible tells us that we, His modern-day disciples, are His hands, feet and mouths in the world. “Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.” (1 Co 12:27 ESV)

So here we are with outstretched hands awaiting the arrival of children for VBS. It is not too late to gather some more. Jesus loves them too. Talk to parents and encourage them. I asked a Mom just last night while leaning over our fence at home. Even if they miss the first day we will still welcome them. Let’s do it in the name of Jesus.

Coming Up this Sunday at Prince of Peace…

10:00 Holy Communion

Sermon: “Owner’s Manual for the Human Mouth” based on selected Proverbs

Installation of Vacation Bible School staff during the service

11:00 VBS set up time

VBS News …

It starts Sunday at 6:30! – Fun songs, Crazy crafts, Yummy snacks, and More. It’s not too late to get someone to attend as we can register as they come in (Registration starts at 6:00). VBS is for kids going into JK to those going into Gr. 6. For more information, go online at poplc.ca or email Jenn at mailto:jenn@bellnet.ca.

We appreciate your prayers for Tell It on the Mountain.  Ask God to bring children to our program so they can know and grow in Jesus, our Saviour!

For all VBS volunteers and staff: during the service this Sunday we will be commissioning the staff and praying for you. Be sure not to miss it. It will happen just before the prayers.

VBS set up after service this Sunday: If you can help awhile we would welcome your assistance.

Looking Ahead …

PoP Group Trip to a Buffalo Bison’s Baseball Game: Saturday, August 24. The game begins at 7:05pm. Supper at Pearl Street Grill before game. If we get a “group” to go (20 or more) ticket prices are $9.25 each. If we don’t get a “group”, cost is $11 each. Leave PoP for Buffalo around 3:30pm. Passports are needed. After the game, enjoy an awesome Pyrotechnics Show! Let Catherine Neal or Carol Walrath know you are coming!

Would you still like to read the Bible in two years? – The Today’s Light Bible is divided into weeks and days. You don’t have to have started at the beginning of our two-year plan, you can start today! Two years from today, you will have read the entire Bible.   (We still have copies of the Today’s Light Bible available in the office for $29.)  May God bless your study of His Word.

Back To Church Sunday! On September 15 we are holding our first Back To Church Sunday. It will be an effort involving everyone! Think for a minute of someone – a relative who is not involved in a Christian congregation, a PoP member and old friend you haven’t seen in church for a while, a neighbor you’ve met, a co-worker going through a difficult time – you get what I mean. Begin to pray now about who you might invite on September 15.

Also, I would like some help with arrangements (refreshments, name tags, etc.). Talk to me if you’re interested.

Choir practices begin on Thursday September 5 at 7:45 p.m.   If there is anyone who would like to join the choir please speak to Diane Bates.  As always, new voices are welcome. However, in order to prepare for the September 5 practice, Diane would like to speak with newcomers before August 25.

Confirmation –classes begin on Wednesday September 4 at 7:00 pm for students in Grades 6, 7, 8.  If you haven’t already done so, please speak with Pastor if you know of someone who would like to join this year’s Confirmation class.

If you have any members/children who are planning on post-secondary education, September is just around the corner. If they will be moving away from home to attend school, we would love to help connect them with a local congregation. Please email campusministry@lcceast.ca with their names, email addresses, and the schools and in mid-August we will send them emails inviting them to a nearby LCC church and copying the pastor so he knows. We would also welcome info on returning students who have not yet found themselves a church home away from home.

           Thank you. East District Campus Ministry Committee

(P.S. Please copy the email to me at pastor@poplc.ca as I would like to stay in touch with them as well.)

Stuff Online …

Back to Church Sunday, September 15 at PoP. For more information about this special day, click here for some webinar-type info. Just click and listen in while you’re busy doing something else. Back To Church can be a great Sunday only if you get involved. Click here for more information.

On the lighter side, here’s a video called “Awkward Church Invitation: Goulash” about inviting someone to church on September 15, Back To Church Sunday. Click here .

Christianity and the Movies: Free Quest Course begins next month
Concordia Lutheran Seminary is offering a free Quest Course online discussing how Christians ought to approach movie consumption. Rev. Ted Giese will be leading the series. Click here for information.

_{­­­­­­­­­­­}Week 50 of the Bible Reading Plan: (August 19-24)

You can listen to the day’s reading by clicking the links on our Bible reading webpage. Go to poplc.ca. 

 “I will not forget Your word.” (Psalm 119:16 ESV)

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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