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Congrats Graduates!

Congratulations to all of our graduates in all of their ages and stages and many prayers for families who have graduates making big transitions in these coming weeks!  
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Vacation Bible School

The theme this year is “Hero Hotline.” VBS week is July 31-August 4, from 9am-noon; for ages 3 years to 5th grade.  Please make sure to sign up the little ones, so we can prepare for the numbers. The cost is $25 a child, or $60 a family. Please let us know if the cost […]
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National Youth Gathering

National Youth Gathering is the summer of 2024, in New Orleans. At this time, our attending this event will depend on the participation we have from our 8th grade through high school youth. A decision will be made by the end of October as to whether or not Peace will take a group to New […]
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Reception for Emily Brown

This coming Saturday, from 4-6 pm, you are invited to a cake reception for Emily Brown.Emily is graduating from Luther Seminary and is preparing for her first call as a pastor of the ELCA. Emily is very grateful for the prayers, support, and encouragement from Peace Lutheran during her years of seminary training!
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Pentecost Sunday

Sunday, May 28, is Pentecost Sunday! Please wear red that morning. Also, please remember that the church office will be closed on Memorial Day, May 29.
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Final Spirit Time and Sunday school

Tonight, we have our last Spirit Time of the season. Confirmation classes ended last week, and the last day of Sunday School is this Sunday.  Our Christian Education team is now turning its energy toward preparing for Vacation Bible School! Please watch for announcements and emails for VBS and for upcoming youth
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Gerten’s plant orders

Thank you to everyone who ordered plants from Gertens to support the youth going to Camp Wapo!  You can pick your orders up by the playground area tomorrow (5/11) evening from 6:30pm-8:30pm.
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All Confirmation Dinner

There will be an All Confirmation dinner on Wednesday, May 10, at 6pm. This dinner is for all students, parents, and families of confirmands. We hope you will plan on joining us that evening. One purpose of the evening is to recognize our students who will confirm their faith next fall. The other purpose of […]
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Silent Auction Donations

We have planned a silent auction for the morning of May 10 as a fundraiser for Peace Lutheran. You are invited to prepare a basket for the silent auction. Please contact the church office for details. It should be a fun event! Thank you to everyone who has provided a basket and for those of […]
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Farewell to Kerri Tomandl & V. Jessie

On Sunday, May 7, we will have a farewell reception for Kerri Tomandl, our Preschool Director. Kerri has resigned her position with us, and we will celebrate her service. On the same day, we will have a farewell for Vicar Jessie Hodgson who is leaving for a year for his internship. Jessie will return to us […]
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Hosting refreshments

Hosting refreshments continues to be an issue. If you or a group you belong to would like to host Sunday coffee, please call the Church Office and sign up to do so. As you know, if no one signs up to host, and our paid host is not available that morning, we won’t be able […]
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Easter Sunday Celebration!

Our Easter Celebration will be at 8:30 am and 10 am, with cinnamon rolls, coffee and juice being served before the 8:30 am worship and between the two worship services. We will be livestreaming all of our services for those who cannot attend in person, and we hope you will be able to join us […]
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Wednesday Evening Worship

Please join us this evening for Wednesday evening, Lenten worship. We continue the presentations from our series, Promised Treasures. Chantal Branker is our worship leader this evening.
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Confirmation Retreat

This coming Saturday is the all-confirmation retreat, from 9am -5pm, here at church. Lunch will be provided. If your student has dietary restrictions, please contact Jessie Hodgson. This is a required retreat, so please contact Jessie if your student cannot attend.
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From the Cradle to the Cross Concert

Don’t forget the concert on Friday evening, March 24, at 7pm. Straight from the Heart Media presents “From the Cradle to the Cross.” This is presented by our friend Kris O’Brien, and her friends. It will be meaningful concert experience, and features our own, Trychia Borgstrom.Everyone is welcome!!
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EASTER FLOWERS

ORDER YOUR EASTER FLOWER(S).    Forms are available on the table next to the office door in the entry way. The beautiful spring plant(s) will decorate the altar on Easter morning.   You may take your plant(s) home to enjoy after the 10:00 am Easter Worship service or pick up on Tuesday, April 11, 8:30 […]
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YOUTH LOCK-IN FOR GRADES 3, 4, 5

FRIDAY, MARCH 31 – SATURDAY, APRIL 1 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, COST $15 FRIENDS ARE WELCOME! Fun night for youth!  We will play games, crafts, snacks, enjoy a Bible story and watch the movie “Homeward Bound” at the end of the evening.  Yes, the youth will be sleeping.  In the morning we will have […]
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Food Shelf Supplies are low

We need:             *Cake Mix and Frosting                             *Pancake Mix and Syrup             * Hearty Soups                                            *Mac and Cheese             *Peanut Butter and Jelly                            *Instant Oatmeal             *Canned Vegetables Note: we will be
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Food Shelf Supplies are low

Food Shelf Supplies are low, we need:             *Cake Mix and Frosting                             *Pancake Mix and Syrup             * Hearty Soups                                            *Mac and Cheese             *Peanut Butter and Jelly                            *Instant Oatmeal             *Canned
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YOUTH CAMP WAPO GERTENS’ PLANT FUNDRAISER

YOUTH CAMP WAPO GERTENS’ PLANT FUNDRAISER available now online only. To order: Log in at www.gertensfundraising.com Enter Store ID-444.  This will bring you to the page Peace Lutheran Church Preschool/PeaceYouthFundraiser. This is the order page. IMPORTANT – Please type in Karleen Fusenig name in the SELLER SPOT.
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LYDIA CIRCLE CRAFTS

LYDIA CIRCLE CRAFTS was canceled last week due to the weather.  It is rescheduled for this coming Monday, March 6, starting at 1:30 pm to clean out the storage closet, pizza at 5:30 pm and crafting at 6:30 pm.  Please join us when you are available.  Lydia Circle Crafts will meet weekly on Monday evenings, […]
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Ash Wednesday is February 22; the service at 6:30pm

Ash Wednesday is February 22; the service at 6:30pm.  Ash Wednesday marks our entry into the Lenten season, and I hope you will make worship on the Wednesday evenings of Lent a priority for your spiritual discipline. We are using the series, Promised Treasures. I think you will find it a meaningful experience. For
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Youth Camp Wapo Gertens Plant Fundraiser

Please help support the Youth going to Camp Wapo this Summer. The fundraiser is online only. Instructions to order: Log in at www.gertensfundraising.com. Enter the Store ID-444. This will bring them to the page that says Peace Lutheran Church Preschool/ PeaceYouth Fundraiser. This is the order page. VERY
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New Member Orientation and Welcome

The New Member Orientation is Sunday, February 12, after worship in the choir room. We will welcome New Members on Palm Sunday, April 2, at the 10 am worship. We look forward to seeing you at one of the orientations. Please contact Pastor Valerie if neither work for your schedule to set up a private orientation.
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Annual Meeting and Pancake Breakfast

As usual, Peace is a busy place!  Please remember the Annual Meeting this coming Sunday, February 5, at 11:30 am. There is a pancake breakfast hosted by the Men of Peace. The breakfast will be served from 9-10 am, and then following the 10 am worship. Check in for the Annual Meeting will begin at 11:15 am. All
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youth are going skiing Feb. 11

The youth are going skiing. The activity is Saturday, February 11th at Buck Hill in Burnsville, MN. Please drop off youth at 3 pm and pick them up at 8 pm. Send enough money for their ski rental, slope charges and refreshments. We are asking that those who are interested, please sign up on the youth board at
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Kids Winter Fun Night

The Children’s Ministry team is hosting a Winter Fun Night for children 3 years old to 5th grade. We would love for your child(ren) to join us!   When: Friday, February 3 Time: 5:30-8:30pm Cost: $10 per child or $25 per family   Please join us for pizza, games, music and craft. Parents you can have […]
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Upcoming Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting is coming up on Sunday, February 5. The meeting will begin around 11:30 am, with check in around 11:15 am. There is worship at 10 am, and a pancake breakfast before worship and for a little while after worship.
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Women of Peace Potluck

The Women of Peace are having a potluck on Monday, January 30, at 5:30 pm. All women are invited to attend. Following the supper, there will be a budget and planning meeting. Mark your calendars!
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New member orientation

There will be a new member orientation on Saturday, February 4, at 10 am, and again on Sunday, February 12, after worship in the choir room. If you know you are attending, please contact the Church Office. Everyone interested in joining Peace Lutheran on Palm Sunday this year is welcome to attend one or the
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Confirmation retreat cancelation

Because of the illnesses of staff and volunteers and their families, the confirmation retreat for Saturday has also been cancelled due to illness. We are sorry for any inconvenience that this causes, and you will receive information about the re-schedule of the confirmation retreat. Thank you for your patience and
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Peace Lutheran Annual meeting Sunday, February 5th

Peace Lutheran Annual meeting is Sunday, February 5th, following the 10:00 am worship service. We will have some refreshments after worship while we set up and begin checking in for the meeting. All members of Peace Lutheran are invited to the Annual Meeting.   We also welcome any guests, although, only members
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Pancake Breakfast Sunday, January 8th

I want to remind you of Epiphany worship this Sunday at 10:00 am! The Men of Peace are hosting the pancake breakfast.  Breakfast will be served beginning at 9:00 am, and again following the 10:00 am worship!  Hope to see you here!!
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Annual Meeting Sunday, February 5th

The Annual Meeting is on Sunday, February 5th, following the 10:00 am worship service. This will be a fun and interesting meeting this year, so please mark your calendars and plan to attend worship and the meeting. If you are willing to serve on Church Council, Endowment, Synod Representatives, or any of the
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New Year’s Day worship is at 10:00 am

This coming Sunday, New Year’s Day, worship is at 10:00 am and is in person. This service is not being livestreamed, as I am having my staff take the weekend off to be with their family and friends. I hope you can join us.
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Christmas food basket packing 12/19

Thank you to all of you who donated food for the Christmas food baskets, and all who were able to donate gift cards for the families and friends of our congregation. If you would like to help us pack baskets, please join us on Monday morning, December 19, at 9:00 am. We will pack the […]
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