This Weekend's Announcements
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July 5 and 6, 2008
Outreach Pastor Recommendations Requested
Last Sunday, at a special voters assembly, the congregation voted overwhelmingly to move forward on POP’s long-range strategic plan. One of the first steps is to call a full-time Outreach Pastor to our staff. This pastor will be the leader of our church planting effort in Lake in the Hills and oversee the missions and evangelism work here at POP. The call committee needs your help in identifying possible candidates. If you know of an LCMS pastor who might be a good fit for this position, please fill out a recommendation form at the Welcome Center today.
Help Support Our Haiti Mission Trip
We are sending 16 high school students and adults to serve children in an orphanage in Haiti this summer and you can help! The children have many needs and the mission team will be able to bring these items with them. Watch for a sign-up clipboard at the Welcome Center to donate needed supplies. Items vary from food to light bulbs. Donations should be placed in the tub by the Welcome Center by Tuesday, July 8. Thank you for supporting our very first mission trip to Haiti!
Coming Soon—Feed My Starving Children Food Packing Event!!
Just a quick reminder that the Feed My Starving Children Food Packing Event will be held here at POP on Friday and Saturday, July 11 and 12. If you signed up to be part of this special event but have forgotten which shift you chose, be sure to check the sign-up sheets at the Welcome Center or call the church office to confirm your shift. Thanks to all who signed up to be part of this exciting service event. We look forward to seeing you there!
Mark Your Calendars for Capital Campaign Orientation Seminar
In order to implement the newly adopted long-range strategic plan for POP, a capital campaign will be conducted this fall. The congregation is invited to attend a one-hour Capital Campaign Orientation Seminar with our fundraising consultant, Jock Ficken, from Capital Funding Services, on Sunday, July 20th at 9:15am in the sanctuary.
"Ask the Pastor" Sermon Series—You Select the Topics!!
Pastor Glover and Pastor Christenson will be preaching a very unique sermon series throughout the month of August! The series is called "Ask the Pastor," which means YOU get to select the topics of the sermons! If you have a question or topic that you would like the pastors to preach on during that series, please submit your ideas today at the Welcome Center.
Altar Flowers
The flowers decorating the altar this weekend are provided by Beth, Tod and Kay Kruse, in loving memory of Beth and Tod’s mother, Marian Martens.
Palatine Township 2008 Apple Tree Campaign
POP Mission Partner, Palatine Township, is kicking off its annual back to school program, the "Apple Tree Campaign," to collect and distribute new backpacks and school supplies to economically disadvantaged children from Palatine Township and they need your help. Check out the flyer at the Welcome Center for a list of needed supplies. Donations should be placed in the bin by the Welcome Center from Saturday, July 12 through Sunday, August 3. Please consider donating these needed supplies so that these students can begin the new school year prepared and ready to learn! What a wonderful way to serve underprivileged children right here in our own community!
Haiti Mission Trip Prayer Cards
Haiti Mission Trip Prayer Cards are available at the Welcome Center. Pick one up today and keep our students and adults in your daily prayers as they serve the Lord and spread His Word in Haiti.
Yellow Pages Delivered to Your E-mailbox
Get the news about upcoming events, Bible studies and volunteer opportunities on Friday! Sign up for the Yellow Pages ONLINE! at the announcements page on our web site at www.reachgrowserve.org/announce.php There's a link at the top where you can subscribe. Questions? Contact Gloria Freres at gloria@reachgrowserve.org or 847-359-3451, ext. 118.
Student Ministry News - www.student-ministry.org
Junior High Tuesday Night Out
Students entering 8th and 9th grade are invited to join us Tuesday, July 8, at 6pm for Tuesday Night Out! We’ll continue our study of the Fruits of the Spirit. It’s Pirate Night! Dress the theme, join us for dinner on the patio (cost: $3), small group Bible study, sand volleyball, dodge ball, water balloons, and more! Be sure to sign up at the Welcome Center today! Questions? Contact Joy Kaufmann at 847-359-3451, ext. 124 or joy@reachgrowserve.org.
Magic Waters Outing
All students entering 7th grade through high school are invited to attend the Magic Waters outing this Friday, July 11! Cost is just $12. Be sure to bring your towel, sandals, and a change of clothes and invite your friends! Pick up a registration form at the Welcome Center. Return the completed form and money to Joy Kaufmann. For more information contact Joy at 847-359-3451 or joy@reachgrowserve.org.
Don’t Experience a "Fuel" Crisis!
Join us this summer for a high school Bible study for current students and 2008 graduates. Powered by "Fuel!" and led by Kyle Johanson, this study will cover a range of topics picked by you! When and where do we meet, you ask? We get together Tuesday nights from 7:00-10:00pm at Kyle and Aaron Johanson’s house. Snacks and drinks provided! For directions and/or more info, please contact Kyle Johanson at johkyle@bethel.edu.
Sports Life Camp Coming Soon!
Monday through Thursday, August 11-14 from 9am-noon, Sports Life Camps are bringing their sports and arts-themed summer camp to Prince of Peace to deliver a four day camp experience centered on loving kids, loving Jesus, and loving His church. The program is designed for 6 - 11 year olds, and is built on a foundation of incredible staff, innovative curriculum, and outrageous fun! The theme for 2008 is "Just Jump!" We will follow biblical stories of ordinary people who made some outrageous jumps for Jesus! Unlike VBS, space is limited, so don’t wait until the last minute to register! Registration is open through August 1. For registration forms and information go to the Welcome Center. Questions? Contact Jeni Walker at 847-359-3451 or jeni@reachgrowserve.org.
Christian Growth Opportunities
Coffee and Conversation with the Pastors
Come to room 17 this Sunday, July 6, at 9:15am for another opportunity to discuss any questions you may have regarding the Bible and any of its teachings, how biblical teachings apply to current day issues, and more. You pick the topic! There’s sure to be plenty of interesting and lively discussion!
Faith Alive Café (junior high students) and XTREME Café (senior high students) will return in the fall as Café 78 and Fuego Café. Watch for details! Want info about our student ministries? Contact Joy or Tim Kaufman at 847-359-3451.
Study Your Bible (SYB) is on summer break and will resume after Labor Day on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 and begin a new study of the book of James. Questions? Contact the church office at 847-359-3451.
Your Prayer Life
Weekend Prayer Opportunities
Stop by Room 8 on Sunday at 7:30am as we pray for our church, its volunteers and staff, and those who attend worship.
Prayer Chain Prayer Support
Diana Moreno
Marlene Mahn (marlene@mahns.com)
For Your Personal Prayers This Week
GOD’S HEALING for John Fabel, Sylvia Gintz, Gerda Holzman, Ann Mainiero, Arlene McQuade, Rosario Molina, Diana Moreno, Dorothy Nielsen, Elly Sifuentes, Russ Smith, and June Strzelecki;
God’s blessing on the 16 students and adults who will travel to Haiti next week to serve children in an orphanage.
GOD’S PROTECTION for POP families and friends who are traveling this summer.
Calendar
July 2008
- Sunday
8:00am Worship
9:00am Jr. Salt Team Meeting
9:15am Coffee and Conversation w/Pastors
9:30am Stephen Ministry Supervision
10:30am Worship - Monday
- Tuesday
6:00pm Tuesday Night Out
7:00pm Board of Directors
Building & Grounds Ministry Team
Haiti Mission Trip Packing Party - Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
9:00am Feed My Starving Children Event - Saturday
9:30am Feed My Starving Children Event
5:00pm Worship - Sunday
8:00am Worship
9:15am Coffee and Conversation w/Pastors
10:30am Worship - Monday
- Tuesday
6:00pm Tuesday Night Out
6:30pm Pastoral Care
7:00pm Endowment Committee - Wednesday
- Thursday
6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision - Friday
1:00pm Hope Shawl Ministry - Saturday
7:00am Men’s Bible Study Breakfast
5:00pm Worship
Prince of Peace's Core Values
Personal Evangelism — We believe sharing our faith is most effective and best received when it happens in the context of personal relationships.
Loving Relationships — We believe in demonstrating our love in commitment and action.
Relevant Teaching — We believe God's Word is intended to be understood and applied to daily life.
Intentional Discipleship — We believe spiritual growth can and should be actively pursued by every believer.
Total Involvement — We believe the church is most effective when all members serve using their spiritual gifts.
Outward Focus — We believe the needs of people outside the church should take priority over the preferences of those inside the church.