“But I trust in you, O LORD;

 I say, ‘You are my God.’

My times are in your hand.”

(Psalm 31:14-15 ESV)

Dear Christian Friends,

Ponder the verse above as we enter a new year. It is the Year of our Lord 2014.

Ancient Job confessed, “The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.” (Job 1:21 ESV) We do not yet know what the Lord will send our way – what we might receive, what might be taken away. Some things will be considered blessings, some will be counted as trials.

God help us to receive it all with faith in His goodness. Especially, may the Spirit of God use every circumstance to solidify our confidence in Jesus our Redeemer.

Receive the year rejoicing in the One who said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” (Revelation 21:5 ESV) This He has done through the forgiveness of sins which He accomplished on a cruel cross and from an astounding empty tomb.

“But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in your hand.”

A blessed new year to us all!

Coming Up this Sunday at Prince of Peace…

9:00 Sunday School for kids, teens and adults

10:30 Holy Communion

Sermon: “Lord, Give Me Wisdom” based on Luke 2:40-52

Coming Up …

Knitting for Missions will meet at 7:00pm, Tuesday January 7. Join us as we knit for missions, this month at Susan’s home in OakvilleIf you are unable to make it or prefer to knit at home, just speak to Laila or June.

Men’s Bible Study Breakfast – An invitation is extended from Pilgrim Lutheran Church (1054 Upper Sherman Ave, Hamilton) to attend their Men’s Bible Study Breakfast at 8:00a.m. on Saturday January 11.

Ladies Bible Study Breakfast – join us on Saturday January 18 at 9:00a.m. for our women’s focused Bible Study.   We will also be receiving our prayer pals for 2014.

Other News …

Offerings by Electronic Transfer – If you would like to make your regular offering to the church by Electronic Fund Transfer directly from your bank account, there are forms in the coat room for you to fill in and return to Helen.  Laminated cards are available to place in the offering plate in place of your offering envelope.  If you have any questions or would like to know more, please speak to Helen.

New Year’s Day Resolutions abound with thoughts of better physical fitness and quitting bad habits. How is your spiritual fitness? How about adopting a holy habit? – daily Bible reading! Back in September of 2012 many members of Prince of Peace enlisted in and began a 2-year journey through the Bible. Currently we are reading the book of Amos (see schedule for the week below). In 2014 we will reach and complete reading the New Testament. If you are not yet in, it would be a great time for you to join the Bible reading effort. Ask the Lord to motivate you to read His Word this year. Just follow the readings. We have in the office copies of the Today’s Light Bible which divides the readings into days accompanied by devotional explanations to the readings.

Week 70 of the Bible Reading Plan: (January 6-11)

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

“Your testimonies are righteous forever; give me understanding that I may live.” (Psalm 119:144 ESV)

Online …

On the Road to Bethlehem: Rev. Dr. Stephen Chambers reflects on the early Christians tradition of travelling to Bethlehem. READ MORE

Revisiting the Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey: Rev. Ted Giese prepares us to watch The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (in theatres now) by taking a closer look at the first film. READ MORE

Why should I go to church?: ABC District President Don Schiemann examines common answers to the question. READ MORE

In your prayers, please remember:

• Those undergoing treatment for cancer
• Those whose life is a struggle
• University and college students beginning a new semester
• Ask the Lord to motivate you to read His Word this year.

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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