Please join us on Monday, January 30 at 6 pm in the basement classroom as we make our Valentine Care Packages for 44 students. We will be taking a Valentine picture so please wear red, white, or pink.    Hope you can join us!

 

 

A memorial service has been scheduled for Saturday, February 4 at 3 pm in the Peace multipurpose room to celebrate Steve’s life and hear words of comfort and hope from scripture.  Please come if you’re able.

 

 

Engage in faithful action for to the common good on Tuesday, February 14, 8:30 – 4:30 pm at the State Capitol in Olympia. Meet your legislators and voice your concerns for justice for all people. For more info, call 206-625-9790.  Want to go?  Contact Pastor John.

 

 

Training for new and current Assistant Ministers, Readers, AND Ushers will be on Sunday, February 19 after the 11:00 service. This is a mandatory training, looking forward to seeing you all there. Contact Lynn Shelledy for more information at 720-1894 or nana2times2007@aol.com.

 

 

The Worship Exchange Come and experience different ways to praise and worship the Lord! This is an opportunity to witness how neighboring congregations celebrate the Gospel in their unique ways! (All dates are Sundays.)

February 26 at 11 am           Peace Lutheran Church

March 11 at 10 am               Trinity Presbyterian Church

April 15 at 11 am                 Church of the Indian Fellowship

 

Check the bulletin board for more information and for the address of the listed churches. We hope to see you!

 

 

ONE is a grassroots advocacy organization that fights extreme poverty and preventable disease, particularly in Africa, by raising public awareness and influencing political leaders to support smart and effective policies and programs that are saving lives, helping to put kids in school, and improving futures. Want to learn more and see how you might get involved? Come to Urban Grace Church, 902 Market St., on Sat, Jan. 28, 10 – 11:30 am.  It’s free; refreshments provided.  A group from Peace is going.  Contact Pastor John or Margaret Moore (627-8805) for more info. 

Have you borrowed a hymn book?  We need it back!  We’re low on red and burgundy books in the sanctuary.  Contact Pastor John.

 

At the end of the year, consider giving to provide emergency food, water, and shelter for those suffering from famine in the Horn of Africa.  Ways to give:  Send a check to ELCA Disaster Response, 39330 Treasury Center, Chicago, IL 60694-9300 earmarked "Horn of Africa Drought," or use a credit card by phone 800-638-3522 or online through www.elca.org/Our-Faith-In-Action/Responding-to-the-World/Disaster-Response/Ongoing-Responses/Horn-of-Africa-Drought_July-2011.aspx.

 

 

Do you have a space heater you’re willing to donate to a family in need without heat in their home?  Contact Pastor John.

 

Sunday mornings at 9:45 am:  Beginning Sunday, January 8 Carol Plaehn will be a leading a Bible study on the Gospel of Mark, the foundational book of the four gospels and the gospel we’re using this church year for worship.  Start your new year with a renewed commitment to studying the Bible in community!

Wednesday evenings at 6:15 pm:  Beginning Wednesday, January 18 and running three consecutive Wednesdays through February 1, Pastor Plaehn will be leading a series on evangelism, reaching out in love with the good news of Jesus, called “Door to Door with Jesus.”  It’s based on his new book!  Ya’ll come!

 

 

We’re looking for a volunteer to take over the duties of one of our current members. You would be responsible for communion preparation once a month (including picking up the bread from Great Harvest) and readying the altar area for Sunday. Contact Barbara Hartness if you’re interested, 272-2780.

 

 

Fair Trade is a system of exchange that honors producers, communities, consumers, and the environment, rooted in justice and sustainability.  We drink Fair Trade coffee at Peace. Purchase some after worship—it makes a great Christmas gift for the coffee drinker you love!

 

 

Each Wednesday evening, you’re invited to a time of growing in faith for children, youth and families.  POW for youth and K@POW for children happens Wednesdays 6:00pm – 7:30pm.  The Community Bible Study for adults is 6:15-7:30pm.  Questions?  Contact Malcolm at malcolm@peacetacoma.org or 383-1317.

Please note:  Wednesday evening faith activities are on pause for Christmas and will start again on Wednesday, January 4.

 

Join a small group for young adults! They meet every 4th Thursday, 7pm at The Greener Bean in Fircrest.  For more info, call Gretchen Duggan (359-7797) or Greg Albert (906-7602).

 

 

 

 

Interested in being part of the Peace Softball Team? Games start in April. Contact Charissa Carroll (253) 267-9510 if you are interested in signing up. We’re looking for 15-20 people. Ages 16 and up can play. This is a co-ed team.

 

 

We are having a Women’s Retreat Friday – Sunday, February 17-19, 2012 (President’s Day weekend) at Black Lake Bible Camp. Lodging and meal costs $115 per person. Questions? Call Charissa Carroll at (253) 267-9510.

 

 

Need legal advice? Lawyer Eric Trujillo will be available at Peace the THIRD Tuesday of each month from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Call Abi in the church office to schedule at 30 minute FREE appointment.  Legal topics may include divorce, domestic violence, immigration, wills, landlord tenant issues, juvenile cases, personal injury, and more.

 

Attend Sunday morning Bible study at 9:45 am and/or a small group Bible study, such as the Wednesday evening Community Bible Study at the church at 6:15 pm.

•Read and study Mark’s Gospel, used for worship this year.

•Set aside a place at home to read the Bible (maybe with a table, chair, candle, notebook for writing your thoughts) and encourage your family to spend time with God in scripture and prayer.                                                                                    

•Set aside a time each day for family devotions.  As a family, share highs and lows for the day, read scripture, discuss, and say a prayer.  Mealtimes and bedtimes are good possibilities.

•On the table outside the sanctuary, pick up the “5 x 5 x 5 Bible Reading Plan” to read through the New Testament in a year OR the “Read the Bible in One Year” plan to read the whole Bible in a year OR find an appropriate Bible reading plan in your study Bible.  Commit yourself to it.

•On the table pick up a “Christ in Our Home” daily devotional.

•Use the 4 methods of Bible study and accompanying questions from the Book of Faith initiative.  See sheet on the table.

•Go to the Book of Faith website:  www.bookoffaith.org.

•Talk with Ami Schroeder, Pastor John, or Malcolm for ideas.

 

Thank you for your generous giving to Peace Lutheran Church and Peace Community Center. As you contemplate donations this holiday season, please keep the church and center in mind. Your contributions are needed for everything from special programs to basic operating expenses - all are deserving of your support. For your convenience, we offer electronic giving. Contact the church office for more info.  Thank you for your commitment to God’s work through Peace!!!

 

 

 

 

·         Angel Choir: Marcella Lee: 732-3201

   1st & 3rd Fridays, 4:30-5:30, at church

·         Artisans of Peace: Teryl Dirks: 572-2319

·         Bread for the World: Craig Cogger: 627-1630

·         College Care Package Team: Pat Ferguson: 627-1349

·         Community Bible Study: Pastor John: 383-1317

   Wednesdays, 6:15-7:30 pm

·         Cooking Small Group: Pat Ferguson: 627-1349;

   Nancy Heavey: 752-8450

·         Families of the Incarcerated Support Group:

   Teresa Jackson: 212-1040

·         Gospel Choir: Fred Triplett: 985-3263

   Saturdays, 9-11 am, at church

·         Men’s Breakfast Fellowship: Joseph Anderson: 573-0522 4th Saturdays, 8-9:45 am

·         Women's Bible Study: Ami Schroeder: 223-7864

    2nd & 4th Mondays at 9:30 am at Keri Anderson’s house

·         Women’s Bible Study: Vihollie Rice: 759-1433

    2nd Thursdays, 10 am, at church

·         Writing Group: Shari Shelton: 627-5955

    2nd Thursdays, 6-8 pm, at church

·         Young Adult: Gretchen Duggan: 359-7797 & Greg Albert 906-7602 every 4th Thursdays, 7pm