“And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work.”
(2 Corinthians 9:8 NKJV)
Dear Friends,
Greetings in Jesus’ name.
A message from Lutheran Church-Canada regarding Wednesday’s violence in Ottawa:
“This is truly tragic news,” said Lutheran Church–Canada President Robert Bugbee. “We thank God for the service of our police officers, who prevented the gunman in Parliament from doing greater harm. And we ask that God guide the authorities as they seek additional suspects.”
“I call on our churches around the nation to lift up the situation in Ottawa in prayer,” he continued. “May God grant courage to the people of Canada in this difficult time, and may the love of Christ be a source of comfort to us all.”
“If the threat of terrorism rears its head in Canada, we must turn to God in prayer,” said President Bugbee. “First, that He would grant our authorities wisdom in dealing with these threats. Second, that our people would share the comfort of Christ with their neighbours around them. And third, that God would work in the hearts of those who would commit violence, that they would turn from their evil ways to find the God of mercy, Jesus Christ.”
“We ought also to pray for Christians in Iraq and Syria,” he continued, “as well as other places, who face deadly persecution for the faith on a daily basis. May the Holy Spirit be with them, to give them courage and comfort through Christ our Lord.”
Indeed, we need to look to God in prayer for our wellbeing and that of our country and people everywhere. Lord, have mercy.
Coming Up this Sunday at Prince of Peace …
8:50 Breakfast – (for all Sunday School & Adult Bible Class participants)
9:10 Sunday School Classes & Adult Bible Class
10:30 Service of Prayer & Preaching
Sermon “God’s Supply Abounds All Around” based on 2 Corinthians 9:8
Coming Soon …
It’s that time again! Our Fall Clean Up date is scheduled for next Saturday Oct. 25 (rain date Nov. 1). A SIGN UP and ‘to do’ list is posted on the bulletin board. Choose your preference and bring rakes, gloves, pruning shears, bags, a smile and willingness to exercise the body and the mind. Please note: COFFEE, JUICE AND MUFFINS SUPPLIED.
Chilifest 2014 – Prince of Peace is holding a Chilifest on Saturday November 15 at the Waterdown Legion (79 Hamilton St. N, Waterdown). Mix & mingle at 5:30 pm (cash bar) and Chilifest beginning at 6:00 pm. Bring your best Chili for a prize (people’s choice). Live entertainment provided by IN2U, door prizes, auction of baked goods & other items. $15 for adults, $5 for children (under 10). Homemade Mac & Cheese with Hot Dogs for the kids. Tickets available in the lobby. Donations of baked goods, items for auction, or pots of chili for the competition would be most welcome!
Attention All Young Adults: This is your invitation to the East District Lutheran Young Adults (EDLYA) fall retreat! If you’re between the ages of 18-35 we would love to see you at the fall retreat taking place November 7-9 at Grace Lutheran Church in St. Catharines. The topic is “Why We Worship the Way We Do.” There will be fun times and delicious food had by all! To register for the retreat, please visit http://www.edlya.ca/ and click on retreats.
Been to Nicaragua? Planning to Go? Would like to Go? The Nicaragua Group from LCC churches in the Niagara/Burlington Area is planning an informal gathering for information and idea sharing open to everyone who has a love for our Lutheran brothers and sisters in Nicaragua. We will be hosted here at Prince of Peace on Saturday, November 22, starting at 10:30 am. See you there!
News:
LCC President calls for prayer following Ottawa attacks: News of multiple shootings in downtown Ottawa left Canadians reeling Wednesday morning. Shots were fired at Canada’s War Memorial, where one Canadian soldier was shot and killed. Parliament was also targeted, with as many as fifty shots fired inside the Centre Block today, according to The Ottawa Citizen, Canada’s major parties were holding caucus meetings today in Parliament, but the prime minister and the leaders of the NDP and Liberal party were all confirmed to be safe. One Parliamentary guard was wounded in the leg during the incident, and … Click here to read more.
Christmas items needed – As part of Prince of Peace’s Family Christmas on Sunday December 14, the Ladies Guild will have a table of Christmas crafts, gently used ornaments, working tree lights, etc. available to purchase by donation. If you have anything ‘Christmassy’ to add to the collection it can be left by the cupboard area in the basement.
Free and Joyous Response:
The Bible Study series, “Matters of Heart” is underway. Week #1 was great! And you can still come aboard. Invite someone else to come along with you! The same study for the week will be offered 3 times:
- Tuesday @ 9:30am – The Tuesday Bible Study
- Tuesday @ 7:00pm – Available during the four weeks of FJR
- Sunday @ 9:00am – The Adult Bible Class
Sunday Breakfast: During the Sundays of Free & Joyous Response, breakfast will be served to Sunday School children and to adults attending the Sunday Bible Class option for the “Matters of the Heart” Bible study. We will say grace and begin eating at 8:50am. Then we’ll have a short opening downstairs before dismissing to our classes.
The Sundays October 19 through November 2 are organized around the theme, “God’s Supply – Our Trust.” Hudson Taylor spent 51 years in China as missionary during the 1800s. Being an early missionary to China, Taylor worked under the most challenging of circumstances. Yet he was able to believe and say, “God’s work done in God’s way will never lack God’s supply.” That is true still – for your home, for your local congregation here at Prince of Peace, and for our entire synod. It is an encouraging message!
Consecration Sunday & Luncheon is set for November 9. Sign up to attend this luncheon celebration that concludes our Free & Joyous Response emphasis. The meal will feature sausage and sauerkraut and all the fixings.
You didn’t hand in an Attendance Commitment Form? Just come to stuff! People grow in faith when they attend to God’s Word. That is what Free & Joyous Response is all about. So don’t be shy! We’ll see you in church and in Bible study!
Online …
Here is a video by Brother Rachid. He is a former Muslim who converted to Christianity. Click the following link to hear his testimony: http://vimeo.com/88380968 . We should pray for that part of the world!
Do you like to sing hymns? – during the week? – or even just to listen to hymns? Check out this YouTube channel entitled “One LSB Hymn a Week” based on the Lutheran Service Book. Here is a sample, All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name (LSB 549). To listen click here .
In your prayers, please remember:
- Christians suffering persecution in various parts of the world
- Those who struggle with mental illness
- The members of Prince of Peace congregation as we seek to grow in faith and spiritual life during Free & Joyous Response
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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