LENT SERVICES
Journey with our Savior, exploring the spiritual relevance of key points along the path of Christ’s passion in this series of six services for Lent.
The places where the passion of our Lord took place hold special meaning to Christians the world over. These places remind us that Jesus walked this earth and stood in locations we can still find today to carry out his mission of salvation. This was no sightseeing trip for our Savior. There was a serious reason he came to be at certain places and at particular times to suffer and die and rise again. He was fulfilling the will of his Father who desired that we be forgiven and given a place in heaven with him forever.
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Ash Wednesday: The City of Jerusalem
• Matthew 26:1-5: Jerusalem is the place of the Passover, where Jesus gathers with the crowds.
Week 1: Bethany
• Matthew 26:6-13: Jesus is anointed for burial by his friend Mary, at her home in this small town.
Week 2: The Mount of Olives
• Matthew 26:30-35: The disciples sing a hymn with Jesus before they head out to this place of prayer.
Week 3: The Garden of Gethsemane
• Matthew 26:47-56: Jesus is betrayed and arrested in this garden under cover of darkness.
Week 4: The Courtyard
• Matthew 26:57-69: While Jesus is put on trial before the high priest, Peter denies Jesus in this place.
Week 5: Pilate’s Judgment Hall
• Matthew 27:11-23: Pilate is positioned here to set Jesus free, but turns him over to be crucified instead.
Join Us for Epiphany!
ADVENT SERVICES
Prepare Ye –
The prophet Isaiah tells us: prepare ye the way of the Lord. So that is what we do through this Advent Bible Study. First, we ponder, as Mary did. We pray, as Zachariah did. We praise, as Elizabeth did, and we proclaim, as the shepherds did. All these actions prepare us for the coming of our Savior into our lives. With hearts, souls and minds prepare for him, we are ready to receive him with joy this Christmas season.
Week 1 Ponder Dec 2 11:30 am & 6:45 pm
In our worship for the first week in Advent we will consider ways in which we can ponder the meaning of the birth of our Savior through the reading of Scripture and through reflection. Mary serves as a model for us in this pondering in the Annunciation.
Week 2 Pray Dec. 9 11:30 am & 6:45 pm
In our worship for the second week in Advent we think about ways in which we can take more time during this season to communicate to our God through prayer as we wait for Christ. Zechariah, who went to the temple to pray, serves as an example for us of how hard that waiting in prayer can be.
Week 3 Praise Dec. 16 11:30 am & 6:45 pm
In our worship for the third week in Advent we will celebrate the upcoming arrival of our Savior through songs and shouts of praise as we prepare for him. Elizabeth, in her greeting of Mary, provides a benchmark for rejoicing with others over the good news of salvation in Jesus, even as we wait.
Come and join us at Peace!
Optional carry-out lunch available after the 11:30 am service in the Peace Center.
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FALL SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY
Beginning the Week of Sunday, October 18, 2020
It’s not too late to join a Small Group Bible Study! This is a 12-Week Study that will end sometime in February and beyond. Please feel welcome to join any of the groups in progress!
Sandy Kephart Rotating for shift work
Doug/Lynn Brown WED 12:30 Off Campus (full)
Jan Bakken MON 10:30 Rm 210
Cyndi Fallon MON 3:30 Rm 207
Debbie Koglin MON 6:00 Off campus (full)
Mary Henke MON 6:30 Off campus (starts end of Nov)
Nick/Les Brellenthin TUES 6:30 Off campus (full)
Paul Otte TUES 6:30 Upper Conf Rm
Pastor Bode WED Lunch 11:45 Peace Center
Marlys Palmer TUES 5:00 Upper Conf Rm
Pastors SUN 9:30 Rm 207
Unshakable HOPE
-Sandy Kephart 320-587-3031 or maizy@hutchtel.net
NEW YOUTH DIRECTOR
Meet Shannon Campbell! 
Shannon will begin her new role as Peace Youth Director for Gr 6 – 12 at the beginning of August 2020. Welcome Shannon!
NEW ROLE for SANDY KEPHART
Sandys new role began June 22nd as Christian Education Director/Outreach Coordinator and Custodial Staff Supervisor.
We wish Shannon and Sandy God’s richest blessings in leading Peace.
This is too bad that you are not having church services. I have been watching the streaming service online. I have a question. If we are not having service at church for the month of April how are you doing the Lords Supper? Just was wondering? Please let me know. Thanks. St. Johns Lutheran Church are having lords supper but only a family at a time and after each one commune they wipe the railings off.
Good evening Troy,
During this time of quarentine, the pastors and elders are making home visits for those requesting prayer or communion. They will be happy to visit you, please call the church office at 320-587-3031 for arrangements.
On Maundy Thursday at 5:15 pm, we will be holding a Drive-In Worship Service in the Squeaky’s Parking Lot. We will be serving communion at that service. All are welcome!
Visit Plchutch.org Home page, the Holy Week worship schedule is posted pertaining to all times and locations.
As you stay home to stay safe and also protect others, may God’s Peace be with you –
Blessings,
Lisa Kirchoff