Some of Peace's Ministries
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Worship |
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From the earliest days of the Church, Christian worship has been marked by a pattern of Gathering, Word, Meal, and Sending. These basic elements -- revealed in the New Testament, the writings of the early Church, the Lutheran Confessions, and ecumenical documents -- constitute the center of the Church's worship. Holy Communion is celebrated weekly at Peace, in response to our understanding of this sacrament as an event that unites us with God in Christ, with each other, and with the Church's mission in the world. In this meal we receive the forgiveness of sins and are connected to the saving grace of God. By Jesus' own invitation and through his mercy, all baptized Christians, regardless of denominational affiliation, are welcome to join in the celebration of Holy Communion at Peace. The Lutheran Church affirms and proclaims the real presence of Christ in the bread and wine. To guests, strangers, and all in need, the Church offers these good things of God's grace. |
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Music Ministry |
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Peace Lutheran Church's music ministry is served by many fine and dedicated musicians who recognize the value and importance of quality music to the celebration of the liturgy. A liturgical musician's primary ministry is to support the prayer and singing of the congregation. Peace features a pleasing blend of traditional and contemporary styles of Christian music. For anyone who feels called to this ministry, Peace provides the following opportunities: Sanctuary Choir, Two Handbell Ensembles, Brass Ensemble, instrumentalists of every kind (guitars, flutes, violins, cellos, bass, percussion, etc.) and the opportunity to sing vocal solos. |
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Small Groups |
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God has called us to live together with Jesus Christ in mutual care and support. In order to build this Christian community, small groups of people come together to share their lives and care for each other. This is the Church in its smallest and most vital unit. This is where people find community, roots, fellowship, and belonging in the Church. Some examples of the small groups ministries at Peace include Men in Mission, Sisters of Peace, Dinner Groups, and Via de Cristo groups. To find out more about this ministry, click here. |
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Youth Service and Fellowship |
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The Board of Youth and Family encourages youth together with their families and people all age groups to participate together in service and fellowship ministries. The youth minstry at Peace also responds to the challenging spiritual, intellectual, social, and psychological needs of our young people through a variety of activities, Bible study, recreational excursions, service projects, and much more. This ministry is organized into the "Elementary & Families Group" for Grades 3 - 6, the Confirmation Group for Grades 7 - 8 and the High School Group for Grades 9 -12. Find out more about Youth Service & Fellowship |
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Educational Opportunities for All Ages |
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Peace Lutheran Church believes that a growing knowledge of the Scriptures is part of a maturing relationship with Jesus Christ. Our goal is to create a strong foundation of faith in our children and adults as they experience the love of Jesus Christ through the study of God's Word in a caring Christian community. Christian Education is a lifelong pursuit and a vital part of our spiritual lives. A variety of opportunities are available for all ages, including Sunday School classes, Confirmation Ministry, Vacation Bible School, First Communion Class, Sunday Morning Adult Sunday School, Pastor's Tuesday Evening Bible Study, Wednesday Evening Adult Bible Study, Women's Morning Bible Study. |
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Community Service |
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As Christ's presence in the world, the Church follows Jesus' way of humble service and love as it responds to the social needs of the community from a Gospel perspective. We serve within Peace, and Peace together provides service and financial and volunteer support to many agencies, programs, and social ministries in our local community. We also provide support on a national and worldwide basis through our financial support of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Find out more about serving. |
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Stephen Ministry |
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Peace Lutheran Church is a Stephen Series congregation, providing care and support for people experiencing various crises in their lives. Stephen Ministry is a one-to-one confidential ministry by trained, caring lay people who are commissioned by our Church. |
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Preschool - Peace Lutheran Children's Ministries |
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The preschool program at Peace Lutheran Church serves children ages 2 through Kindergarten. Program days are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. For more information, call 401-6001. |
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Labyrinth |
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Peace Lutheran Church has an outdoor labyrinth, which is patterned after the classical eleven-circuit labyrinth embedded in the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France. The labyrinth is not a maze, or a puzzle to be solved. There are no confusing choices, dead-ends, or cul-de-sacs in the labyrinth. Walking the prayer path of the labyrinth is a tool for meditation and spiritual growth. By following the path to, and from, the center, the seeker can use the labyrinth to quiet the mind and to find peace and illumination. Along the way, one realizes that the labyrinth serves as a metaphor for one's spiritual journey. You are invited to walk our labyrinth's peaceful path with an open heart and an open mind. |
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About Peace's Location and Physical Facilities |
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Peace Lutheran Church is located in an area which has experienced rapid population growth in recent years. It is conveniently close to several residential subdivisions, as well as excellent schools and shopping areas. Our beautiful facilities include a worship center renovated in 1997 which houses our accessible sanctuary, offices, nursery and smaller meeting rooms. Our education building was completed in 2007 and added 12,000 square feet of classrooms and meeting space to our campus. This building is home to Peace Lutheran Children's Ministries, Sunday School and Bible Study classes. Peace has adequate paved parking, and well-cared-for landscaping. |
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