Now even more the report about him went abroad,
and great crowds gathered to hear him and to be healed of their infirmities.
Alleluia.
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In the Word: this week at Prince of Peace
Sunday Morning Christian Education Hour at 9:00 AM
Sunday Morning Divine Service at 10:30 AM
Wednesday Evening Bible Study at 7:00 PM
Thursday Evening Catechism Class at 6:00 PM
Friday Morning Bible Study at 10:00 AM
Pastor Zakel is available by appointment for Holy Absolution.
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POP:Connect
For those unable to attend in person service due to health or mobility issues, Prince of Peace continues to livestream the Service of the Word (the link for this coming Sunday is: https://youtu.be/ML02HCzfLeE).
Christians have always rejoiced in the ability to gather together with other brothers and sisters around our Lord’s Word and Sacrament, especially in difficult times. Through this gathering together we encourage one another (and are encouraged) to run with endurance the race set before us, looking to Jesus as the author of Hebrews writes. If you have not yet returned to Church, please be encouraged to do so, and all the more so as we see the Day drawing near (even if we don’t know when it is).
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In your personal and/or family devotions this week
You might consider looking ahead to the propers for this coming Sunday. They are: Ruth 1:1-9a; 2 Timothy 2:1-13; Luke 17:11-19; and Psalm 111. The hymn of the day will be LSB 846: “Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old”.
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Mid-Week Bible Study
Mid-week Bible studies continue Wednesday evenings and Friday mornings; come join us as we dig into our Christian Faith.
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Christian Education Hour:
This coming Sunday’s lesson (drawn from Genesis 24:1–4, 10–28, 50–67) is “A Servant’s Mission.” Abraham tasks a faithful servant with finding a wife for Isaac from Abraham’s homeland. The servant prays for a sign and waits at a well outside the city of Nahor. Rebekah appears, offering to draw water for both man and beast—the sign the servant had asked for. Rebekah invites the servant to come to her family home. Having received gifts from Abraham, Rebekah’s family sends her to Isaac with their blessings.
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Thanksgiving:
The Altar Guild will gratefully accept donated items for our Thanksgiving display. If you can, please bring them to the church by Saturday, October 8th. You can collect your items after the Thanksgiving Day service.
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Did Someone Say BBQ?
The elders would like to host a congregational BBQ on Sunday, October 16th following the Divine Service. The format would run similar to the Spring BBQ, where the elders would provide the meat and beverages; sides, salads, and deserts would be provided potluck style. Pastor seeks forgiveness for the late notification of this church family event. All are welcome to join in this family meal!
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Save the Date!
LCC youth, young adults, families, and friends alike are invited to go for a hike on Saturday, November 5th at Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Following our walk together, we will travel back to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Burlington for a shared meal (courtesy of Trinity, Fisherville), social time, and to listen to our guest speaker, Rev. Saulo Bledoff (of St. John’s, Snyder) speaking on the theme of “Walking Together.” We will continue our theme with an opportunity to worship together as brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus. Stay tuned for more information!
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Harvest Day at the Seminary
Come and join us for Harvest Day at the Seminary – Saturday, Oct. 15th. We can gather in-person to see each other, meet the current students, and support the seminary community with our gifts. The Presentation will be a musical offering by Eduardo and Daniela Farias, two talented musicians who are here in Canada from Brazil to teach music while Eduardo studies God’s Word in the MTS program at the seminary. The Lunch will be a shared hot meal, catered by Antipastos. Please register by October 5: $3 to attend and $14 for lunch. We are arranging a car load and will be meeting at the church so we can all go together. We will also be collecting food for the Seminary. If you would like more information download the newsletter here. This is the perfect occasion to fill the Seminary food pantry shelves and freezer: food donations are being collected in the narthex at PoP and will be taken to the Seminary on Harvest Day.
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Lutheran Public Radio
1 THESSALONIANS BIBLE STUDY… The Word of the Lord Endures Forever is a daily 15-minute verse-by-verse Bible study produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Will Weedon. Pastor Weedon recently started a study on The Book of 1 Thessalonians. You can listen on-demand at thewordendures.org, the LPR mobile app and your favorite podcast provider.
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CLWR Raising Funds for Flooding in Pakistan
In response to the flooding emergency in Pakistan, CLWR is joining leading Canadian aid agencies in raising funds to rush assistance to those in need. The priority is to provide emergency shelter, food, mosquito nets, safe drinking water, sanitation, and health care. Learn more or donate at clwr.org/pakistan.
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The Lutheran Hour
Hear inspirational messages from the Lutheran Laymen’s League every Sunday morning. They can be accessed as pod-casts or mp3s or read in text form on their website: www.LLL.ca (click on Watch & Listen) or go to www.lutheranhour.org/programguide.asp
October 9
“Thankfulness, Eh?”
Guest Speaker: Rev. Cody Cooper
It’s only right to be thankful for what we have and what we are. The question is, to whom are we thankful?
(Luke 17:11-19)
Updates and future program topics are available at www.lutheranhour.ca or www.lutheranhour.org/programguide.asp or by phoning Lutheran Laymen’s League of Canada 1-800-555-6236 or e-mailing info@lll.ca.
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LCC Ukraine Aid Fund
If you would like to financially support the mercy work of the pastors and people of our sister Church in the Ukraine during this time of crisis you can do so through Lutheran Church–Canada’s website: https://www.lutheranchurchcanada.ca/. Click on the banner, and it will take you to the donation portal. For a brief update on the efforts of our people in Ukraine, click here: https://www.canadianlutheran.ca/ukraine-update-serving-god-by-serving-his-people/
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Upcoming Events at Prince of Peace:
- Day of Thanksgiving – Sunday, October 9, 10:30AM Divine Service
- Fall Church BBQ – Sunday, October 16, after the Divine Service
- Council Meeting – Wednesday, October 12 at 6:00PM
- Ladies’ Bible Study – Saturday, October 22 at 10:30AM
- Walking Together – Saturday, November 5 Family Event, Dundas Valley
- PoP Annual General Meeting – Sunday, November 13, following the Divine Service
Upcoming Events in the Circuit, Region and Synod:
- October 13 – Pastors’ Winkel, Port Colborne
- October 15 – Harvest Day at the Seminary, 9:00AM
From Around the Circuit, Region, Synod, and Beyond:
The following are articles, podcasts, and interviews which Pastor would like to share with you for your Christian edification. Enjoy!
- “Christian Apologetics, Defending Christian Truth Claims”
an interview with Dr. N. Almodovar, (Issues, Etc.) - “Teaching Children Chastity for Life”
by Mrs. K. Schuermann, (Lutheran Witness) - “Darwinism and Racism”
an interview with Mr. J. Pauling, (Issues, Etc.)
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In your Prayers
Prayers of Thanksgiving
- For the gift of wisdom and learning, and for all who teach.
- For our brothers and sisters in Christ, and the unity of the Faith given to us in Christ Jesus
- For our Pastor, Rev. David Zakel, and Pastor Emeritus, Rev. Kevin Walrath.
Prayers of Supplication
- For those impacted by war and natural disaster.
- For all our members (especially those long away from the Lord’s House) that they would joyfully return to His presence, praising Him, along with their brothers and sisters in Christ for all He has accomplished for us.
- For the aged and infirm, as well as those in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
- For all those suffering from mental and spiritual afflictions.
- For all those suffering any need, especially those looking for employment.
- For all those affected by, suffering from, and recovering from ongoing health issues.
- For those being treated for cancer, and for all caregivers, family and friends, that the Lord would comfort them with His Love as they seek to minister to their loved ones.
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Supporting My Home CongregationFor your convenience, there are three ways to make financial contributions to Prince of Peace, other than with your offering envelope: 1. LCC Web site
You may also link directly to the payment portal at https://lutheranchurch-canada.tng-secure.com/ 2. Monthly EFT 3. Personal Cheque Heavenly Father, You have richly blessed us through Jesus Christ, our Lord. |
