Savior of the nations, come, Virgin’s Son, make here Your home!
Marvel now, O heav’n and earth, That the Lord chose such a birth.
(Savior of the Nations, Come, – LSB 332, vs. 1
Sunday (December 10) here at Prince of Peace…
9:00 Early Service: Advent Service
9:00 Sunday School & Adult Bible Class
10:30 am Advent Service
Sermon: “Comfort – Tender and Real” based on Isaiah 40:1-11
Prince of Peace News …
Circuit Youth Night: Prince of Peace is hosting a Friday Youth Night this Friday, December 8 (7:00-9:00 pm). Youth from Prince of Peace; Trinity, Fisherville; Pilgrim, Hamilton; and other congregations will be here for a devotion and some fun. Are there any youth in your family you could encourage to attend?
Ladies Bible Study Breakfast: This Saturday at 9am come to church prepared to enjoy good food and good nourishment from God’s Word. Also, it’s time to reveal Secret Prayer Pals! Please bring a small gift for the person you have been praying for throughout the year.
The Great Deceiver: This Sunday the Adult Bible Class will be watching a video presentation on the topic of Satan. It’s not the Hollywood craziness you might think. It’s about the enemy of our Christian faith. You are welcome to join the viewing and discussion – Sunday, 9 o’clock downstairs. Coffee will be on.
Tuesday Bible Study: We are taking a break until January 2. In the new year, we will begin a study of St. Mark’s Gospel. Newcomers are always welcome to check out our group that meets from 9:30-11:00 am. Coffee and tea are served.
Love Came Down, Advent Devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries has begun. During the next few weeks, we’ll look at the story of how Love came down to earth from a variety of perspectives. You can still pick up your copy of the Love Came Down devotional booklet in the church lobby. (You can also subscribe to them online by clicking here.
Please join us as we celebrate Christ’s birth! …
If you haven’t already, it’s time to get real in your prayers to God and in your conversations with people about inviting and welcoming people outside our regular fellowship to attend Christmas Eve/Day services at Prince of Peace.
Below is our Christmas schedule. Also, there is an insert in your Sunday bulletin you can give away.
Finally, remember that your smile and engagement with others makes Prince of Peace a friendly place to worship.
CHRISTMAS EVE (December 24)
10:30 am Worship Service (no Early Service or Sunday School)
5:30 pm Candlelight Service
7:30 pm Candlelight Service
CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE (December 25)
10:30 am Worship Service with Communion
NEW YEAR’S EVE (December 31)
10:30 am Worship Service with Communion (no Early Service or Sunday School)
Online News …
Talk Radio & Podcast for the Advent Season: You can listen to Lutheran experts teach on subjects like: The Testimony of John the Baptist, Decorating Your Home for Advent, The Advent Hymn “On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry,” Ways to Observe Advent and more. Issues, Etc. is produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. You can listen live or on-demand at www.issuesetc.org and on the Lutheran Public Radio mobile app.
In Review: Rev. Ted Giese reflects on two recent major motion pictures: Thor: Ragnarok and Blade Runner 2049.
The Reformation’s impact on Church and Culture: LCC’s Reformation anniversary website has published a series of essays exploring the Reformation’s impact on art, worship, music, and more. READ MORE
Reformation anniversary marked in Alberta Legislature: Dr. Richard Starke, MLA for Vermilion-Lloydminster, made a Member’s Statement in the Alberta Legislature on October 31, 2017 to mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. READ MORE
Preparations underway for 2019 NYG: Youth from across the country will gather at Trinity Western University (Langley, British Columbia) from July 5-9, 2019 for LCC’s next National Youth Gathering. READ MORE
Criminal Code protections for clergy, worship services to be retained: Contentious plans to remove protections from Canada’s Criminal Code preventing interference with clergy and the disturbance of worship services have been reversed, following an outcry from Canadian religious leaders. READ MORE
In your prayers, please remember:
- Those recovering from surgery
- Those undergoing cancer treatments
- People struggling with emotional issues and grief during this holiday time
The Lord be with you.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Pastor Kevin Walrath
