posted Nov 23, 2009 9:17 AM by Church Staff
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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
- The first Pageant rehearsal is this Saturday from 10:00 to noon. Pizza will be served! A second practice will be held on Sunday at 9:00. Participants, please be sure to attend both practices!
- The Pageant will begin at 6:00 pm, Sunday, Dec. 6th!
- Members, please bring cookies and juice for the fellowship that follows the Pageant. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board next to the kitchen. Thank you! - Today is the last Sunday to contribute to the purchase of the items for the traditional Pageant Treat Bags for the kids. Please place your gift in the basket at the back of the Sanctuary.
ADVENT BEGINS
This Wednesday evening, at 7:00, is the first of three Advent Vesper services. Each service will last approximately 30 minutes and is kid-friendly. Volunteers are needed to read, no memorizing required, a drama for each of the three services. Interested, contact Pastor Otto.
CANNED FRUIT KINGS
Prince of Peace collects non-perishable food items all year long for the Iowa City Crisis Center. The holidays are approaching and the Crisis Center has a current need for canned fruit. We have set a goal to collect 100 cans of canned fruit before Christmas. Please add canned fruit to your shopping list! As always, the Iowa City Crisis Center appreciates all donations. Thank you to Leona S. for taking the donations to the Center!
TIME AND TALENT
Confirmed Members, thank you for completing the Time and Talent forms. If you have not filled one out, the forms are located on the table in the Fellowship Hall. Once completed, place it on the Office Secretary’s desk. The response this year has been fantastic—jump in and help out! |
posted Nov 19, 2009 8:32 AM by Church Staff
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
A blessed Thanksgiving to all! There are many reasons to be thankful. The congregation will gather to give thanks to God on Wednesday evening, at a 7:00 service. Family and friends are welcome.
The Church Office will be closed Thursday and Friday.
DEC. 6TH PAGEANT NEWS
- The first Pageant rehearsal is Saturday, Dec. 5th, from 10:00 to noon. Pizza will be served! A second practice will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6th, during the 9:00 Sunday School hour. Participants, please be sure to attend both practices!
- Remember the special time: The Pageant will begin Sunday evening at 6:00.
- Volunteers are needed to bring cookies and juice for the fellowship after the Pageant. Please see sign-up sheet on the bulletin board next to the kitchen. Thank you.
- A Christmas Pageant tradition is the handing out treat sacks full of fruit, chocolate and other yummy goodies to the children following the service. If you would like to contribute a donation towards the purchase of the treats this year, please place your gift in the basket located at the back of the Sanctuary. |
posted Nov 11, 2009 8:16 AM by Church Staff
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HOLY BAPTISM
At the 10:15 service, God will publically receive Elijah Dean G. into His Kingdom through the waters of Holy Baptism. Elijah’s parents are Ryan and Casie G. His Sponsors are Jim G. and Sarah P.
IN NEED
Even though this is a time of year to remember those who are in need, year-round Prince of Peace collects donations for the Iowa City Crisis Center. The drop box is in the Fellowship Hall. Right now, the items needed most include: peanut butter, diapers (size 5), baby formula, canned meat, canned fruit, canned vegetables, soups and stews, pasta and rice, and toilet paper. As you are shopping, please remember those in need. Thank you.
THRIVENT
Last Sunday, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans hosted a soup luncheon. The proceeds, $524!, will benefit the Christian Preschool. Your support is appreciated! Among other things, the money will be used to purchase a community drum for the Christian Preschool. Thank you to the Thrivent Committee, Roxanne D., Darcy K., and Myra W. for coordinating the event. Thank you to everyone who brought food. Thank you to everyone who participated in the meal and offering. |
posted Nov 9, 2009 6:44 AM by Church Staff
SOUP LUNCHEON
- Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will host a soup luncheon this morning following the 10:15 service. The free-will-offering will support Preschool Director Jenni Bounds’ “wish list” which includes a community drum, math toys, and parent resource books. Everyone is invited!
- Continue to bring your Campbell’s Soup labels (the bar code from the label is needed) and box top’s collection for the Christian Preschool. The labels and box tops are redeemable for toys, playground equipment or supplies for the Preschool. The collection box is located in the kitchen on the shelf. Your continued support is appreciated!
PIES, PIES, AND MORE PIES
Today is the LAST day to order your pies for the upcoming holidays from the Human Care Committee. Choose from apple ($10), pecan ($10) and pumpkin ($9.00). Order forms are in Member mailboxes. Proceeds will benefit Camp I-O-Dis-E-Ca.
“SPUDS”
Bring your family and friends this Wednesday evening, November 11th. Baked potatoes and toppings along with hotdogs will be served at 6:00 pm. The Luther movie and a children’s movie will begin at 6:30 pm. Kids, bring your sleeping bags and pillows. Planning to attend, sign-up sheet is located in the Fellowship Hall. Even if you did not sign-up, come any way!
LOYALTY SUNDAY
Members, next Sunday, Nov. 15th, is Loyalty Sunday. Last week you should have received a packet which included a 2010 Pledge form. Bring your Pledge next Sunday as the Pledges will be collected at each service. Your Pledge assists the Treasurer in planning the mission budget for the new year. If you forgot to bring your Pledge form, you can mail it or bring it to the church. The Time and Talent survey will be distributed next Sunday.
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posted Oct 29, 2009 8:34 AM by Church Staff
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YOUTH
The Youth Group will meet this afternoon from 4-6:00 at the Coralville Recreation Center. Come, play pool, basketball and participate in other activities. Pizza will be served. Bring a friend!
PAGEANT PREP
What does it take to put on the Christmas Pageant? Attend the meeting this Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 7:00, and find out. Volunteers are needed for compiling the treat bags, costuming, music, lighting, treats following the pageant, and more. Can’t attend the meeting but would like to help? Contact Sunday School Co-Superintendents, Mary O. or Roseann B. The Pageant is Dec. 6, at 6:00.
LOYALTY SUNDAY
Members, this morning the Stewardship Committee will hand out the Loyalty Packets. Be sure to pick yours up. The packet contains a letter from the Council Treasurer and the 2010 Pledge Form. The Pledge assists the Treasurer in planning the mission budget for the new year. Please return the packet on Sunday, Nov. 15th. The Time and Talent survey will be distributed on the 15th.
SOUPS ON!
- Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will host a soup lunch next Sunday, Nov. 8, following the 10:15 service. The free-will-offering will support Preschool Director Jenni Bounds’ “wish list” which includes a community drum, math toys, and parent resource books. Members, see the sign-up sheet to bring desserts. Everyone is invited!
- Don’t forget to collect Campbell’s Soup labels and box tops for the Christian Preschool. The labels and box tops are redeemable for toys, playground equipment or supplies for the Preschool. Already have a pile of labels and box tops at home? Bring them next Sunday!
THANK YOU
Thank you for your thoughts, your prayers, and meals brought to us since Merle’s surgery. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Merle and Kris K.
APPLE, PECAN, AND PUMPKIN
The holidays are approaching and wouldn’t it be nice to have your pies already made! The Human Care Committee is hosting their annual Pie Sale. Choose from apple ($10), pecan ($10) and pumpkin ($9.00). Order forms are in Member mailboxes. Proceeds will benefit Camp I-O-Dis-E-Ca. |
posted Oct 22, 2009 9:09 AM by Church Staff
VOTER’S MEETING
All Prince of Peace Confirmed Members, 18 years of age and older, are encouraged to attend this morning’s Voter’s Meeting following the 10:15 service.
YOUTH GROUP
Next Sunday, Nov. 1st, the Youth Group will meet at the Coralville Recreation Center from 4-6:00pm to play pool, basketball, and other activities. Bring a friend and join us for lots of fun! Pizza and drinks will be provided.
ALL SAINTS’ DAY
Next Sunday, Nov. 2nd, is All Saints’ Day. If you would like the name of a Christian relative or friend remembered during the services, please contact Pastor Otto.
POTATO AND A MOVIE
The Fellowship Committee invites everyone to attend the 6:00 p.m. dinner and movie event on Wednesday, Nov. 11th. Come, and pile all the fixings you can on a baked potato and enjoy watching the Luther Movie (Rated PG-13). A children’s movie will also be shown, bring the entire family!
SOUP
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will host a soup luncheon, Sunday, Nov. 8th following the 10:15 service. Sign-up to bring desserts or a relish tray. Proceeds from the luncheon will support the Christian Preschool. Items on their wish list include a community drum, math toys, and parent resource books. |
posted Oct 15, 2009 7:59 AM by Church Staff
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CONGRATULATIONS
Prince of Peace Members Kellen H.and McKenzie L. were married yesterday here at Prince of Peace. God’s Blessings to them!
VOTER’S MEETING
All Prince of Peace Confirmed Members, 18 years of age and older, are encouraged to attend next Sunday’s, Oct. 25 Voter’s Meeting following the 10:15 service. Plan to attend and see what is happening at Prince of Peace!
YOUTH GROUP
- The Youth Group members, their fiends, and their families are going to Bloomsbury Farm for hay rides, picking pumpkins, braving the haunted maze, and many other fun activities. All will meet at the church on Saturday, Oct. 24th, at 3:00 and carpool to Atkins. For more information, visit their website, bloomsburyfarm.com. This will be a great time and fun for the whole family. Please RSVP to Robert D., Youth Group Leader.
- On Nov 1st, the Youth Group will meet at the Coralville Recreation Center from 4:00-6:00pm to play pool, basketball, and other activities. Bring a friend and join us for lots of fun!
ALL SAINTS’ DAY
November 2nd is All Saints’ Day. If you would like the name of a Christian relative or friend remembered during the services, please contact Pastor Otto. |
posted Oct 9, 2009 8:44 AM by Church Staff
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SPECIAL GUESTS
Welcome to the Christian Preschoolers and their families! The Preschoolers will sing at the 10:15 service. Thank you to Director Jenni Bounds and Teacher Assistant Lynn H. for teaching the children the Good News of our Lord and Savior.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Next Sunday, Oct. 18, the Sunday School children will sing at the 10:15 service. Plan to attend!
VOTER’S MEETING
All Prince of Peace Confirmed Members, 18 years of age and older, are encouraged to attend the Oct. 25 Voter’s Meeting following the10:15 service. Plan to attend and see what is happening at Prince of Peace!
FOOD
With the holiday season approaching, remember the Iowa City Crisis Center and their need for paper supplies and non-perishable food items. Place donations in the tubs located in front of the secretary’s office. Thank you to Leona S. who each week delivers the items to the Crisis Center. |
posted Oct 2, 2009 7:06 AM by Church Staff
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HOLY BAPTISM
At the 8:00 service, the congregation celebrates the Baptism of Alexander R. Alexander was born and baptized on August 1st at the University of Iowa Hospitals. Alexander’s parents are Mike and Faith R. Ed and Patty Y., Alexander’s grandparents, are his sponsors and have provided flowers for the Altar in honor of Alexander’s Baptism.
PAINT BRUSHES, CLEANING SUPPLIES
Painting and cleaning are just of few of the tasks needing completed at the October 10th Camp IO-DIS-E-CA Fall Work Day. Come any time between 8:00 am—4:00 pm. Other tasks on the list include working on the camp’s challenge course, wood chipping and splitting. This is a great event for families, youth groups, and congregations. Contact Camp IO-DIS-E-CA, 319.848.4187 or Email, luke@campiodiseca.org to sign-up. Camp IO-DIS-E-CA is a year-round camp and retreat center affiliated with the Iowa District East of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. For more information about Camp IO-DIS-E-CA, see their website, www.campiodiseca.org.
CAMP IO-DIS-E-CA FALL FESTIVAL
Bring your family and friends next Sunday to the Camp IO-DIS-E-CA Fall Festival. Activities which include archery, hay rides, climbing wall, apple bobbing and pumpkin painting begin at 12:30. Also beginning at 12:30 you can purchase baked goods including pies and arts and craft items. An auction for quilts, gift cards, arts and craft items along with a silent auction starts at 3:30. Plenty of fun for the entire family! Directions to the camp are located on the Fall Festival poster located on the bulletin board. |
posted Sep 26, 2009 4:24 AM by Church Staff
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