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Vol. 19 No. 21
May 21, 2016
www.poplc.org
Prince of Peace is a …
• Hub of spiritual transformation using God’s Word, Sacrament, and Prayer,
• Equipping us to build networks of vibrant Christian communities,
• Extending to our homes, to our neighbors, and beyond, making disciples of Jesus.
The Prince of Peace C O M M U N I C A T O R
Thank You for Celebrating With Us
We the people of Nueva Vida Lutheran Church want to thank all the great people of Prince of Peace, St. John's, and Grace, and others from the SED that came and made our First Anniversary a beautiful celebration of love and partnership. Please keep us in your prayers, gracias again and bendiciones to all of you!
~Pastor Lopez, Nueva Vida Lutheran Church
The church office
will be closed
on Monday, May 30th
in honor of Memorial Day.
Welcome to Our New Members!
Prince of Peace welcomed and celebrated 18 new members (10 adults, eight children) who were received into membership during the 11 a.m. worship service on Sunday, May 8th. The new members include: Evan and Katee Hawker; Mark and Jessica Heyungs and children Nathan, Austin, Connor, Breeanna and Addie; Derek and Kathryn Larson; Bill and Jeannie Marks; and John and Lynn Straw and children Parker, Hudson and Campbell. Thank you to everyone who contributed in some way to the newcomer classes and events, especially Pastor Carl, Pastor Tim, and our Care Ministry leader, Gary Miller. We are so happy to have these new members become a part of our Prince of Peace family! Please pick up a new member bulletin insert in the Narthex and look for our new members, warmly welcome them, and include them in our church activities. If you are new to Prince of Peace and would like to consider membership, please watch the Communicator for future newcomer opportunities. ~Lori Stillman, Community Outreach Coordinator
Renew? Renew!
A Capital Campaign to fund the renewal of our church building launched April 23rd. This campaign provides each of us the opportunity to celebrate the constant renewal that is the work of the Holy Spirit at Prince of Peace. Our theme is “Renew? Renew!” based on Psalm 104:30: “When you send your Spirit, they are created, and you renew the face of the ground.” There are three gatherings scheduled to find out more about “Renew? Renew!” Families are welcome!
Sunday, May 22, between worship services in the Fellowship Hall
Sunday, June 5, following the 11 a.m. service
Saturday, June 11, following the Saturday evening service
Please choose the date that works best for you and RSVP at: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xypqh5dab&oeidk=a07eclrhwn6cd3c170e We are the people of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church and we are joyfully stepping into the next season of God’s work in this place. ~Don Anderson [email protected], Chairperson, Capital Campaign
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Holy Comforters Quilts on Display
The quilts on display have been made for Lutheran World Relief, 25:40, Inc. ASSIST and SALT. We have been working diligently from January till now, resulting in 115 quilts for LWR and 60 children's quilts. LWR serves 36 countries, helping more than 4 million people with 126 various projects, including the quilt campaign. Thank you to all who have so willingly contributed to the making of these quilts. We will resume in January. Please join us in 2017. Mary Lion (703) 451-5822 [email protected]
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Join us for
Sunday Morning ALIVE
Adult Education Classes
9:45-10:45 a.m.
Lord Teach Us to Pray (now – June 26) Fellowship Hall, Leaders: Pastor Tim and laity. Explore and practice different kinds of prayer. SENT – BEGINS JUNE 5 Room 26, Leaders: Stacey Crosson and David Mahen. Our God is a sending God. How would our lives change if we started viewing them through the lens of being sent? Each week we will explore an aspect of missional living and how God has specifically sent us, each uniquely, to proclaim the kingdom of God where we are.
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SUNDAY MEN’S FELLOWSHIP AT MILANO’S!
9:45-10:45 a.m. (Sunday School hour) Come and meet other men over
breakfast! For more information contact Mike Macrina at 703-569-5719 or
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Small Groups meeting on Sundays
9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
The MUG - NEW LOCATION: PoP Narthex Leader: Pastor Carl This come-n-go group offers flexibility for the busy person or parent.
Gospel of Mark - Room 26 Leader: John Storm
Acts of the Apostles - Room 30 Leader: T.K. Kearney
For more information visit: http://www.poplc.org/connect/mens-ministry/
Saturdays, 7:30–9am Leaders: Pastor Tim and Aivars Baumanis Location: Room 21 Call Tim at 703-451-5855 or [email protected] or text Aivars at 703-627-4305.
Tuesdays, 7:30–9pm Leaders: Jon Gross and Jeff Crosson Location: 9112 Fishermans Lane, Springfield. Call or text Jon at 571-332-4510 or email [email protected] or text Jeff at 571-480-1808 or email [email protected].
Wednesdays, 7:30–9pm Leader: Paul Summers Location: 8707 Flowering Dogwood Lane, Lorton. Call or text Paul at 703-606-5837.
Sundays, 9:45-10:45am Leader: Mike Macrina, Location: Milano’s Come and meet other men over breakfast.
STEPPING UP
Men’s Small
Groups
Wanted: 60 Empty Altoid Tins
for the Women’s Ministry!
Please drop them off outside Stacey Crosson’s
office in the white metal basket. Thanks!
RESTORE
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A Place to Heal 2nd Monday in June, July, & August
6:00 – 7:30 pm Eat + Pray + Connect
Come for all or part of an evening
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 8304 Old Keene Mill Road
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church invites you to
RESTORE every second Monday evening of the
month this summer. RESTORE will focus on the
healing power of Christ through connection,
understanding, encouragement, and restoration.
Come for all or part of the RESTORE evening!
6 p.m. Join us for a healthy, fresh meal
6:30 p.m. Healing Prayer Service
7 p.m. Connect Time (see description below)
June 13 “Safe and Life-Giving Relationships” led by Angela Sarafin, M.A., LMFT
Based on the book titled "Safe People" by Cloud
and Townsend, this seminar discusses how to
identify people who will encourage and strengthen
you versus those who are likely to tear you down.
The session will identify reasons we repeatedly
create relationships with unsafe, manipulative, or
abusive people, and suggests specific steps to
create healthier ones that bring glory to Christ. ~DCE Stacey Crosson, Minister of Care and Outreach
Southeastern District
Summer Outreach Event
Mark Your Calendars: July 29-30 Richmond, VA Join members of our district for an awesome Summer Outreach Conference – Tending the Flame. This is an event for everyone, all ages, anyone interested in connecting Jesus in your community, including our digital community. Bring the whole family! • Keynote speaker Keith Anderson • Five sessions of workshops • Bible study and worship • Jeff Smith, Christian entertainer • Teen/Youth Program • VBS-type program for school-age children • Childcare for little ones. More information is on our website at http://www.se.lcms.org/pages/page.asp?page_id=304957 or call the Southeastern District at 800-637-5737
Out of the Boat with Jesus
Sunday, May 29, 9:45-10:45am Fellowship Hall
with Pastor Wayne and Lynda Braun Trinity Lutheran Church Frankfurt,Germany
Come and hear their story of God’s call to leave their beloved state of Texas and move to Germany. Be inspired and explore the question:
“What would you do if you weren’t afraid?”
If you’re unable to attend, plese visit with Pastor Braun and Lynda at their information table located in the Narthex between worship services.
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A Community of Women Committed to the
Call of Christ www.poplc.org/connect/womens-
ministry
Women’s Devotions Written by women for women http://www.poplc.org/media/weekly-newsletter/?category=womens-devotions
Wednesday Mornings Resumes in the Fall on September 21, 2016 [email protected]
Faith Shapers Soul-Tending Reading Meets monthly on Tuesday or Wednesday [email protected]
Holy Comforters Quilt Making for Charity Resumes January 2017 Thursdays, 9am to 3pm, Room 27 [email protected]
Keep the Faith Make and take faith projects [email protected]
For more information: DCE Stacey Tasler Crosson Minister of Care and Outreach Email: [email protected]
Cell: 571.326.5580
Tuesday, May 24, 7-9pm Home of Agnes Harris, 8409 Chillum Ct., Springfield, VA And Wednesday, May 25, 12pm at Milano’s Faith Shapers is an opportunity for women to explore literary selections that will grow and shape your faith through reading and discussion in community. We encourage participation by women of all ages and stages in their faith life and invite you to bring a friend or neighbor. May’s selection is The Good and Beautiful Life: Putting on the Character of Christ by James Bryan Smith. The world presents and champions false notions of happiness and success.
Prince of Peace MOPS Seeking
Childcare Coordinator
This paid position is three hours, twice each month. Oversee the childcare program for MOPS called MOPPETS. This person will exhibit a dedication to meeting the needs of young children and understands their eternal worth to God. Communicates well with children, peers, and other adults. Must display sensitivity toward the needs of mothers with young children. Will select appropriate curriculum materials and develop programs and lessons for each classroom. Train and encourage workers. Work with the church and Leadership Team to establish policies and procedures for the MOPPETS program.
Please contact me if you are interested or would like more information.
Michelle Mosford (612) 812-1312 [email protected]
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Youth Ministry
Sunday School Grades K-6 begin in the Sanctuary 9:45-10:45am Living Water: Teen Praise Band Rehearsal 6-7pm Wednesdays FUEL: Wednesday Night Bible Study Senior High Youth Weekly 7-9pm For More Information: [email protected]
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Blessing of the
Graduates
Sunday, June 12, 11am
If you have recently graduated from college or graduate school (December 2015 and May 2016), or will graduate from high school this June, we invite you and your families to join us for this time of celebration.
****************************** Graduates, Youth, and Parents: Check out this inspirational message from Ravi Zacharias, author and apologist, “Postures of the Mind, Affections of the Heart” http://rzim.org/let-my-people-think-broadcasts/postures-of-the-mind-affections-of-the-heart ~DCE Stacey Crosson, Minister of Care and Outreach
Saturday, June 4 Pev’s Paintball, Aldie, VA Caravan from PoP at 10:45am Return 3:30pm WAVES and FUEL (Middle School and High School Youth), come out for a day at Pev's Paintball on Saturday, June 4th! Cost: $50 per person and is payable on the day of the event. Includes two hours of paintball and lunch (hot dog, chips, soda). Adult drivers are needed for this event. Adults are welcome to play as well! A Waiver and Release of Liability is required for each player. Please bring completed form with you. Link to form: http://www.pevs.com/about/waiver-and-release-of-liability/ Please sign up no later than May 31. As always, friends are welcome!
Please let me know if you have any questions. Blessings, Joen Schultz, Event Coordinator for Families and Youth [email protected], 703-451-5855
Board of Servant Leaders Erin Summers, Chair
Kim Robinson, Vice Chair
Leon Debolt, Secretary
Julie Eichhorst
Chris Martin
David McLean
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Ministry Staff Carl Gnewuch
Senior Pastor
Tim Christenson
Associate Pastor
Meghan Benson
Interim Director of Music Ministry
John Durkin
Minister to Families & Children
Stacey Crosson
Minister of Care & Outreach
Jennie Smith
Ministry Administrator
Lori Stillman
Community Outreach Coordinator
Nancy Sinclitico Accountant
Tiffany Sears
Administrative Assistant
Tanya Tucker
Receptionist
Cindy Holliday
Communications Assistant
Joen Schultz
Event Coordinator Families & Youth
Dieter Stach
Assistant Minister Families & Youth
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POPLC School
Cindy Deatherage, Principal
Marcel Page, School Registrar
Lisa Long, Administrative Assistant
To contact STAFF or BoSL use
their name in the format: [email protected] or [email protected]
To contact a PASTOR use:
CHURCH 703-451-5855
SCHOOL 703-451-6177
This newsletter is published weekly as a service to members & friends by
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church & School 8304 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, VA
22152-1695 • Church 703.451.5855 • School 703.451.6177 • Fax 703.569.0978
Worshiping on Saturdays 5:30pm, Sundays 8:15am & 11am
Sunday School & Adult Education 9:45am
Submitting Material to the PoP Communicator:
Submissions need to be sent via the web form page no later than 12pm on Tuesday
(early submission is encouraged). www.poplc.org/communicator
Please read through the “Newsletter Policies and Guidelines.”
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Meet and Get to Know Your BoSL
BoSL Listening Forum 1st Sunday of the Month, Church Office
Come share your ideas, concerns, and desires with members of the Board of Servant Leaders at the monthly BoSL Listening Forum. These opportunities are held the first Sunday of each month during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in the Minister of Care and Outreach office located in the main church office. Feel free to email your questions or thoughts to the BoSL anytime at [email protected].
Faith Stories
Sharing your faith story is an integral component in living out your faith. Your individual story makes up the greater story—the story of God’s redeeming His people for Himself. Our stories encourage other believers while God also uses them to reach those not yet connected to Him.
“The Divorce Care class I attended at Prince of Peace was a quiet, solid source of comfort and support. Our common “brokenness” is covered by our need for God’s grace, which we receive in abundance. Thank you Prince of Peace for providing this life changing class.”
“At the recent RESTORE evening, I was privileged to sit with
Pastor Carl during the meal time and shared how grateful I was for
the Divorce Care class I attended at Price of Peace. I applauded his
willingness to be the church to the broken; real kingdom building is
happening here.”
You can share your stories by writing them in the “Friendship Folder” at any worship service, or post your story as a comment on the http://popfaithstories.wordpress.com, or by sending an e-mail to [email protected].
Special Events Out of the Boat with Jesus, May 29, 9:45am Blessing of Graduates, June 12, 11am
If you’re not familiar with any of the events listed here, please don’t hesitate to contact us! 703-451-5855 [email protected]
Monday, May 23
10:00a Moms Club of Springfield 11:00a Senior Bible Study 6:30p TOPS 7:00p Boy Scouts Troop 1145 7:00p CHM I, II, III 7:00p Seekers 7:00p Stephen Ministry Meeting 7:30p ESL 8:30p Men’s AA
Tuesday, May 24
10:00a ESL 7:00p Financial Peace 7:00p Bible Journaling 7:00p BoSL 7:00p New Canticle Rehearsal 7:00p Small Group 7:30p Urps Bible Study
Wednesday, May 25
9:00a Bible Study 2:15p Girl Scout Troop 6617 6:00p High School Praise Band 6:30p Cub Scout Pack 1100 6:30p Toastmasters 7:00p Crossways 7:00p FUEL Teen Bible Study 7:30p ESL 7:30p Grace Ethiopian Prayer Time
Thursday, May 26
9:00a Holy Comforters 10:00a Infant Massage 6:30p Nueva Vida Praise and Prayer 7:00p GEC BoSL 7:00p NAMI Family Support Grp 7:00p New Testament with P. Carl 7:30p Chancel Choir
The master calendar can be found on our website at poplc.org/calendar. Not receiving the Communicator via email? Please let the office know and we will be happy to
add you to our subscriber list, [email protected].
Saturday, May 21
7:30a Men’s Bible Study 9:00a Infant Massage Training 9:15a Care Ministry Training 9:30a Embroidery Chicks 9:30a Women’s Bible Study 1:00p Thrivent Workshop 3:30p Worship Music Rehearsal 5:30p Worship w/Communion 6:45p Bible Study
Sunday, May 22
8:15a Worship (Communion) 9:00a Nueva Vida 9:45a Renew? Renew Capital Campaign 9:45a PoP Adult Bible Studies 9:45a PoP Children Sunday School 11:00a Worship (Non-Communion) 11:00a Ethiopian Youth 11:00a Jesus First Korean 11:00a Grace Ethiopian 11:00a S. Asian Church Sunday School and Worship 12:30p Grace Ethiopian 12:30p Jesus First Korean 12:30p S. Asian Church Fellowship 3:30p Le Cercle Francais 4:00p Financial Peace University 4:00p Junior Choir Rehearsal 5:00p HIMnals Rehearsal 5:30p Nepalese Worship 6:15p Ochestra Rehearsal 7:15p Bells of Peace Rehearsal
The master calendar can be
found on our website at
poplc.org/calendar
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Friday, May 27
10:00a ESL 10:30a Al-Anon 10:30a Bulletin Stuffers Party 7:00p Boy Scout Youth Leadership 7:00p GEC Prayer
Saturday, May 28
7:30a Men’s Bible Study 9:30a Women’s Bible Study 3:30p Worship Music Rehearsal 5:30p Worship w/Communion 6:45p Bible Study
Sunday, May 29
8:15a Worship (Communion) 9:00a Nueva Vida 9:45a Out of the Boat with Jesus 9:45a PoP Adult Bible Studies 9:45a PoP Children Sunday School 11:00a Worship (Communion) 11:00a Ethiopian Youth 11:00a Jesus First Korean 11:00a Grace Ethiopian 11:00a S. Asian Church Sunday School and Worship 12:30p Grace Ethiopian 12:30p Jesus First Korean 12:30p S. Asian Church Fellowship 4:00p Junior Choir Rehearsal 5:00p HIMnals Rehearsal 5:30p Nepalese Worship 6:15p Ochestra Rehearsal 7:15p Bells of Peace Rehearsal