“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.”
(1 Peter 2:9-10 ESV)
Dear Friends,
Greetings in Jesus’ name.
I have a lot of books. There are a select few that I treasure more than the rest. One is called Homiletics. It’s a book about preaching. It is much richer than my description suggests. The author, Dr. Michael Reu, starts out by describing the essence of the church. Let me share…
The Church is the congregation of true believers in Christ. Faith, though primarily an inner attitude of the heart, cannot remain hidden in the heart, but must express itself outwardly in word and action. This is true of the faith of the congregation no less than of that of the individual. The faith of the congregation expresses itself in a common confession, in common praise and thanksgiving for the wonderful works of God, in hymns and prayers, in a … celebrating all (the) Lord means for the congregation, in mutual edification upon the basis of the one faith, in short, in a common worship or service. Without such common worship the congregation of believers, or the Church, cannot long exist.
Homiletics, pages 1-2. Wartburg Publishing House, 1924
See you in church!
Coming Up at Prince of Peace …
Second Sunday after Pentecost, June 7 Last Sunday of Sunday School and 10:30 service time
9:00 Sunday School and Adult Bible Class
10:30 Holy Communion
PoP News …
Seniors Lunch for June will be a trip to Oakville on Monday, the 8th. We’ll meet at Prince of Peace at 11:00 and have lunch at Swiss Chalet on Brant Street. We will be going to Oakville Museum, Thomas House, and the Oakville Historical Society which includes a WW1 exhibit. While that sounds like a lot, the individual tours are short and will also include coffee, tea and cookies at the conclusion of the tour. Please sign up in the lobby. Carpooling will be available from the church.
Next Weekend (June 13 & 14) will be a big weekend! …
Outdoor Concert at Prince of Peace! Get your tickets today for the outdoor Gospel concert at Prince of Peace, Saturday, June 13. The concert starts at 7:00 pm and will feature the Gospel group, “Heaven Help Us!” Their music is considered pop Gospel/bluegrass Gospel. There will be a tent set up and goodies to eat. It’ll be great! Tell and invite your friends! Tickets are $10, children under 12 will be $5.
Outdoor Service and Congregational BBQ is coming up next Sunday, June 14. There will a tent (larger than last year) and great food. It will be the first Sunday of our 10:00 am service time. During the Matins service new members will be received. The BBQ will follow. Sign up in the lobby for what you might bring to add to the feast.
Please join us in the lounge after the Worship Service on Sunday, June 21, to enjoy strawberries and ice cream along with some social time. Luscious ripe berries and Prince of Peace hospitality…irresistible! Sponsored by the Ladies Guild
Other News …
Pastor Cole 50 Years of Pastoral Ministry: There will be a special Service to commemorate 50 years in the holy ministry for Pastor Robert Cole this Sunday, June 7 at 4:00 pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 15 Wexford Ave S, Hamilton. The Service will be followed with a meal. The service will be led by Rev. Dennis Putzman with Rev. Robert Krestick as the preacher. You are invited to attend.
Online News …
Read Like a Lutheran Summer Reading Program: Check out this Concordia Publishing House sponsored site and programme by clicking here. It gives suggested books to read and an opportunity to order material from CPH.
Lutherans involved in making a film to show at the Niagara Integrated Film Festival in St. Catharines. Lost Penny, a story inspired by the parables of the Lost Coin and the Prodigal Son, brought various members of local Lutheran Churches into the filming process and the Niagara Area Lutheran Choir. You are invited to its screening Sunday, June 21 at 12:30 p.m. at the Landmark Cinemas, Pen Centre in St. Catharines. Tickets: $12.50/$10 for students & seniors. For ticket info: http://www.cubecity.org/
In your prayers, please remember:
- Those recovering from surgery
- Those who are ill
- Those who mourn
- Those suffering religious persecution in various parts of the world
The Lord be with you.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Pastor Kevin Walrath
