IMPORTANT UPDATES – WEEKLY CHANGES - June 28, 2020
Contents (scroll down for each):
 
This Sunday
PLC Constitution Review
Call Committee Update
Care and Concern
Fellowship
Faith Formation Now
How to give your offering
Youth
Social Outreach
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH REOPENING - WHERE ARE WE NOW?

This Sunday
Join in live-streaming of the baptism of Adeline and Carter Abbott at 10am this Sunday.  The family and sponsors will gather around the font inside our worship space, while the congregation is invited to participate online.  Go to Peace website  www.peacelutheranlz.com  and click on the link ‘Holy Baptism 10am June 28” and follow along in the baptism service script provided. 
The Virtual Coffee Hour at 10am on Sunday will follow the live-streamed baptism.  The Zoom link is on PLC website home page. During this hour we’ll continue discussion of the book, Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the U.S. We are discussing chapters 3-5 this week.
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH REOPENING - WHERE ARE WE NOW?
Scroll down in this Prints of Peace to see answers to FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS about where we are now in planning for a return to in-person worship
In coming weeks, we invite MORE MUSICAL OFFERINGS. It is such a pleasure to see the talents of many – young and old.   Just record yourself doing a classical or spiritual music piece, and follow the directions in this File Sharing Tutorial to upload your selection for worship. For questions or help, email or call Ben or Karen Dahlke bkdahlke@gmail.com Ben- (847)757-8570; Karen- (248)921-4463
PLC Constitution Review
Draft PLC Constitution with proposed changes are available in hard copy or e-file. Call/email the church office for a copy: 847-438-4400 or email office@peacelutheranlz.com. Vote to approve the changes will be in a virtual congregational meeting on July 12.

CALL COMMITTEE UPDATE
Be sure to catch the announcements after this Sunday's service for an update from the call committee that you won't want to miss!

CARE & CONCERN
We pray for one another: We pray for those who need healing, safety and God’s watchful care.  This week we pray for Mike Wilms, Sherri Juveland, Greg, Lydia Home in Chicago, residents of Lexington in LZ, Chris and Stephanie Mitchel’s family. Brandon, Brad Baker. We pray for comfort and peace for Scott Abbot and family on the death of his father, Terry. We welcome prayer requests.  Let us remember to life up our needs, concerns, and joys – and those of others – in our prayer!  Make your prayer request by emailing Pastor Dale pastor@peacelutheranlz.com or the church office office@peacelutheranlz.com .
We care for one another: If you have any special need or know someone who does, reach out to the Caring Tree by contacting Jean Foltin or Pastor Dale.
How are you doing – you, your family or household?  Expect a phone, email or text.  A CONNECTIONS TEAM of volunteers and staff are checking in with all Peace households.  We are the church – connected!  
FELLOWSHIP
Trivia with Tracy!: Do you fancy yourself to be an expert in all things sports or geography? Are you a wizard of facts great and small? Come test your knowledge during Trivia with Tracy! We will meet twice a month via Zoom: Wednesday, July 15th at 7pm! Our trivia game will consist of five rounds, with one round being a secret theme/music round. All are welcome to attend and be ready to trash talk! If you are interested, please visit the virtual gathering section on PLC website home page for the Zoom link!
 
Brewing Questions is Back!: It's been a while since we have gathered for Brewing Questions, so let's do so....over Zoom! Everyone is welcome to join in for some great conversation, laughs and, of course, bring your beverage of choice. Our next Brewing Questions meeting will be on July 8th.  If you are interested, please visit the virtual gathering section on PLC website home page for the Zoom link!
 
‘Secret Sister’ Update:  We will be moving our Secret Sister Reveal until early fall.  In the meantime, it is always good to pray and we hope you have kept your “Secret Sister” in your daily prayers. We would encourage you to use the old fashioned letter with a stamp to send a warm thought to your secret sister on a monthly basis or if you live close, you can drop them off a goodie in their mailbox. They may have guessed who you were, but if not, the fun will continue!  At this time, if you pop in the church, please do not post any new notes on the bulletin board as it is not actively being monitored. Please reach out to Sherri Juveland and Sandy Hanna with any questions.  Stay safe and enjoy these summer days!
FAITH FORMATION NOW
For Families with Children:
Each Sunday you can access 10 Spiritual Activities for Families with Children on the Peace website that change each week with the Scripture theme.  
VBS: A VBS survey has been sent to all families with young children, so we can plan details for virtual VBS options this summer.  Watch for more information soon!
For adults:
Book Discussion during Virtual Coffee Hour of Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the U.S.  The book can be purchased at nearly any bookseller. This Sunday discussion on Chapters 3-5.
The Wednesday morning women’s bible study is again meeting.  We will meet at church At 9am. If the weather is nice we will stay outside so bring a lawn chair to use and a drink if you desire.  We have a couple more weeks of discussing “The Case for Christ” by Lee Strobel and then as a group will pick a new topic.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call Carol Wojnarowski at 847-540-8150
Men of Peace! Looking for a way to connect with other guys in the congregation during our ”Sabbath”from physical church? Join us at 8:00 am Saturday mornings for men’s Bible Study. And sports. And job stuff. And whatever comes up! Looking forward to seeing new faces we haven’t seen in a while! Go to www.peacelutheranlz.com and click on “Virtual Gatherings of Peace” to get the Zoom link.
The Labyrinth is open for your personal time of reflection and prayer.  
Access a daily 1-minute reading “Centering in the Psalms” on the Peace Facebook page. 
If you missed last Sunday’s worship, go to www.peacelutheranlz.com  to access at any time.
  
 HOW TO GIVE YOUR OFFERING
Thank you!  Thank you as you continue your generous contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Congregation members are using these methods:  Mailing their check to church / Using their own bank website “send-payment” feature / Going to www.peacelutheranlz.com and clicking on “make a donation” / or, downloading and using the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app
 
 YOUTH
Special Treat for Graduates of Kindergarten, 5th, 8th and 12th grades at Culver's of Lake Zurich:  Culver's is generously providing students that are graduating this year a free scoop of ice cream-all you need is the coupon that you print at home. Treat the rest of your family too-it will be a great way to support a local business!
 
SOCIAL DISTANCING PICNICS!: Instead of doing the Virtual Zooms during the week of June 29th, the High School Youth Group and Confirmands will have social distancing picnics instead! Our High School picnic will be held on Tuesday, June 30th from 12-2pm and our Confirmation picnic will be held on Wednesday, July 1st from 12-2pm! Both picnics will take place on the Peace Lutheran patio and all participants must bring their own lunch, snacks, beverages and masks. We will have a Frisbee and possibly water balloons! All are welcome to join in the fun!
Virtual Confirmation & Youth Group:  Tracy has set up weekly Zoom meetings so our teens can connect, talk and spend some time together while we are sheltered in place. The Virtual Youth Group will be held on Thursdays from 4-5pm and the Virtual Confirmation will be held on Thursdays from 7-8pm. Tracy will email and text the Zoom link and meeting code to each family on Wednesdays so everyone can participate!
It's Community Garden Time! The weather is (finally) starting to warm up, which means it is time to begin work on our community garden! We will be practicing and following our social distancing guidelines during this time and Tracy will be working with the Confirmands and High School students to determine times/what will be planted. Congregation members: If you would like to donate vegetable seeds for the garden, please let Tracy know!
 
SOCIAL OUTREACH
Workers for Meal Support: As many of you know, one of our members is facing a serious health challenge right now. Mike Wilms will be undergoing surgery soon and will have a need for nutritious meals to help with his healing for an extended period of time.  To supplement the generous actions of people on the Caring Tree, we are looking for people to donate to a fund to purchase prepared meals to be delivered directly to his home.  In order to build up this fund, we are looking for:  1. People who would be willing to donate their time to help others by cutting grass, washing windows, laying mulch, etc.  The person receiving the service would pay for any needed materials. The person can make a donation to the Meal Support Fund as they desire.  2.  People who would like help with tasks!  If you can help in either of these ways, please contact Sue Koenig as soon as possible.  We would like to start doing the work by the end of June.  If you would just like to make a donation to the Meal Support Fund, please send a check to Peace indicating where it should go in the memo section.  Thank you!
“May” You Have Enough - final tally: Wehave concluded our fundraising efforts for the Northern Illinois Food Bank.  We raised $4850!!! A check will be sent to them soon and will go a long way in helping those in our community that need it.  Thank you all for your generosity!  You can continue to help:  St. Francis and the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry continues to be very active among more clients with food insecurity. To help supply food for local people in need, look for the blue donation boxes at St. Francis church and the ministry center in LZ.  They are taking non-perishable food, toilet paper, diapers and other paper products. 
Update on masks:  Sue Koenig will continue to make masks for anyone who needs one. Just let her know how many are needed.
 
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH REOPENING - WHERE ARE WE NOW?  
Frequently Asked Questions
 

1. The State of IL has gone into Phase 4 – what does that mean for Peace?  It means we can start to have groups larger than 10 persons return to in-person worship and other functions at our church. 
   

 

1. When will we return to in-person worship?  We are aiming for mid-July.  Who is working on this?  The PPC, working with our COVID and our worship and music teams, are utilizing guidelines from the Metropolitan Chicago Synod, the IDPH and CDC as a template for planning for Peace’s re-opening.  Is there any possible timeline that you are working on?  The tentative timeline is to have a truncated outdoor service on July 12th and then our first indoor service on July 19th.  When we get closer to these dates we will communicate with clear and detailed guidelines for all who gather on how to participate safely.What can we expect – short term? Long term?  When we first started the virtual services, we learned each week and each week our services got better.  The same will be true for returning to in-person worship.  The first few services will be different from a normal service. Practicing social distancing, no communion, reduced singing, etc. will make the service much different than in the past. As time passes, and the guidelines change we will make adjustments to the services. Hopefully each week they will also get better.  
   

 

1. Why haven’t we heard anything yet about returning to worship?  We have been working on these for some time.  We first had to complete the Phase 3 protocols.  We discussed these at the congregation meeting on June 7th. We also had to decide when we, as a church, were comfortable re-opening.   Each church in our community is proceeding on different timelines. It is an individual church’s decision on when it is right for them to return.  What is the process, what is involved? The first goal is to put together a meaningful service given all of the guidelines and protocols. It is also important to protect the health and safety of our congregation and Pastor.  The process is to walk through all of the parts and steps of a worship service and insert the recommended guidelines, like social distancing, wearing masks, communion, collecting the offering, etc.   What are possible scenarios you are considering?  You should understand that we are planning on continuing the virtual services regardless of the in-person services.  We understand that many members are still not comfortable coming back into the church right now. Based on capacity guidelines set forth by the state, we are looking at a smaller service. We will ask members to call or email the church by Friday if they are planning on coming.   That will give us some idea on the needs and be able to prepare to set up for that Sunday. 
   

 

1. Why is it taking so long for us to come back?  The PPC feels it is important that we balance the “want to” worship in-person with the safety of all of our members, staff and volunteers. We are following the Governor’s Restore Illinois Plan to the best of our ability.  We are taking into consideration all of the guidelines and how our physical environment fits within those guidelines.  As you all have seen, the guidelines and recommendations have changed based on the day to day results of testing and the number of people infected.  
   

 

1. What is involved in planning to come back?  Re-opening in-person worship will be very different from how we closed down.  Closing down in March was a fairly simple and quick process. We stopped having in-person services, we locked down the church and we started our virtual services.  Re-opening is a much more complex and slower process.  We have many guidelines to follow, we have to take into consideration our members and their health and safety and finally we have to make it work in our facility. 
   

 

1. How can I be sure it is safe for me to come back to in-person worship?  Before the PPC will re-open our church, we will make sure it is as safe as can be given what we know about the virus.  We have restored our cleaning services, we have added additional sanitizing procedures, and we are following all of the recommended guidelines. We fully encourage our members to make the best decision for themselves.  If you are a member of one of the high-risk groups, please stay home.  If you do not feel well, please stay home and call your doctor. If you have any concerns about your health please stay home.
   

 

1. What about out-door worship – could we do this now? Which is preferred?  We are looking at an outdoor service as our first in-person service in mid-July.  An outdoor service in many ways is easier to get up and running while still following all guidelines and requirements for safety. Peace has always enjoyed outdoor services in the past.   
   

 
We will continue to communicate as we get closer to reopening, so that you can be assured of safety in the expectation of worshipping - together.

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 IMPORTANT UPDATES – WEEKLY CHANGES 
Contents (scroll down for each):
 
This Sunday
PLC Office is Open
CALL COMMITTEE UPDATE
Care and Concern
Fellowship
Faith Formation Now
How to give your offering
Youth
“MAY” You Have Enough – final tally
Social Outreach

This Sunday
Happy Father’s Day! God bless all dads, father figures, and all who strive to offer love, nurture, guidance, strength and wisdom. Thank you! We love you!
Not only those who are called to the responsibilities of fatherhood, but we all are ‘summoned’ to follow Jesus. And in the faith community of Peace we join in this calling together, encouraging and praying for one another. What will following Jesus look like for you this week? Join in worship this Sunday. Peace website always has the Sunday worship script and link to worship video.
Book Study starting this Sunday, June 21:  Seeking understanding and wisdom to guide our Christian response to long unresolved racial tension in our society, you are invited to a book-led discussion during Virtual Coffee Hour at 10am on Sunday.  There will be ample time for “check in” with each other, followed by discussion of Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the U.S.  Purchase at nearly any bookseller. This week discussion on the Introduction and chapters 1-2.  The Zoom link is on PLC website home page.
Looking ahead: Join in live stream of the baptism of Carter and Adeline Abbot on Sunday, June 28 at 10am.  Here is your invitation.  Zoom access and baptism service script will be sent by email in advance.
In coming weeks, we invite MORE MUSICAL OFFERINGS. It is such a pleasure to see the talents of many – young and old.   Just record yourself doing a classical or spiritual music piece, and follow the directions in this File Sharing Tutorial to upload your selection for worship. For questions or help, email or call Ben or Karen Dahlke bkdahlke@gmail.com Ben- (847)757-8570; Karen- (248)921-4463
PLC office is open 
Following PLC Reopening Protocol, the PLC office is now open with limited hours of operation Tuesday - Friday, 9am-1pm.  Currently, Allison and Pastor Dale are rotating their days in the office to cover these hours. Tracy’s hours are 10am-1pm Wed and Thurs.  It is best to call, email or text ahead if you wish to meet face to face or just stopping in to attend to church business. And as usual, you can reach each of us by phone, text or email. 
We will follow all social distancing guidelines while meeting with anyone in the church office.  You can expect: 

• increased cleaning and enhanced cleaning procedures
  
• disinfectant wipes and spray, hand sanitizer available
  
• staff will be wearing masks, and you are expected to do the same
  
• maintain six feet of separation and avoiding physical contact
  
• please announce yourself before walking into the church office or any occupied space
  
• our staff will not come into the office if manifesting ANY symptoms of sickness – please do the same!
  

You can findPLC Reopening Protocols for Phase 3 on our website or call/email the church office for a copy.
 
PLC Constitution Review
Draft PLC Constitution with proposed changes are available in hard copy or e-file. Call/email the church office for a copy: 847-438-4400 or email office@peacelutheranlz.com. Vote to approve the changes will be in a virtual congregational meeting on July 12.

CALL COMMITTEE UPDATE
Be sure to catch the announcements after this Sunday's service for an update from the call committee that you won't want to miss!

CARE & CONCERN
We pray for one another: We pray for those who need healing, safety and God’s watchful care.  This week we pray for Mike Wilms, Sherri Juveland, Greg, Lydia Home in Chicago, residents of Lexington in LZ, Chris and Stephanie Mitchel’s family. Brandon, Brad Baker. We pray comfort and peace for Scott Abbot and family on the death of his father, Terry . We welcome prayer requests.  Let us remember to life up our needs, concerns, and joys – and those of others – in our prayer!  Make your prayer request by emailing Pastor Dale pastor@peacelutheranlz.com or the church office office@peacelutheranlz.com .
We care for one another: If you have any special need or know someone who does, reach out to the Caring Tree by contacting Jean Foltin or Pastor Dale.
How are you doing – you, your family or household?  Expect a phone, email or text.  A CONNECTIONS TEAM of volunteers and staff are checking in with all Peace households.  We are the church – connected!  
Bulletin Board
Sandy and Eric Ruskoski are moving! “We have been members at Peace for 18 years and have truly been blessed with knowing so many of you.  We will always remember the welcoming congregation, the spiritual leadership and fun fellowship we have enjoyed with you over the years.  We have really appreciated the virtual worship that everyone has worked so hard on these last two months.  We will be moving to State College, PA where both Thor and Terry and Chelsea and Brad are living - and of course our new grandson Jackson Eric Keen! We will miss you but we are so thankful for our times together.  We wish you all the best in the future. Peace and Blessings, Sandy and Eric

FELLOWSHIP
Trivia with Tracy!: Do you fancy yourself to be an expert in all things sports or geography? Are you a wizard of facts great and small? Come test your knowledge during Trivia with Tracy! We will meet twice a month via Zoom: Wednesday, July 15th at 7pm! Our trivia game will consist of five rounds, with one round being a secret theme/music round. All are welcome to attend and be ready to trash talk! If you are interested, please contact Tracy at tracy@peacelutheranlz.com so she can send you the Zoom link!
 
Brewing Questions is Back!: It's been a while since we have gathered for Brewing Questions, so let's do so....over Zoom! Everyone is welcome to join in for some great conversation, laughs and, of course, bring your beverage of choice. Our next Brewing Questions meeting will be on July 8th. If you are interested, please contact Tracy at tracy@peacelutheranlz.com so she can send you the Zoom link!  
 
FAITH FORMATION NOW
For Families with Children:
Each Sunday you can access 10 Spiritual Activities for Families with Children on the Peace website that change each week with the Scripture theme.  
VBS: A VBS survey has been sent to all families with young children, so we can plan details for virtual VBS options this summer.  Please respond this week by Wednesday. Thank you!
For adults:
Book Discussion during Virtual Coffee Hour begins this week. After  ample time to “check in,” discussion of Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the U.S.  The book can be purchased at nearly any bookseller. This Sunday discussion on Introduction and Chapters 1-2.
The Wednesday morning women’s bible study is again meeting.  We will meet at church At 9am. If the weather is nice we will stay outside so bring a lawn chair to use and a drink if you desire.  We have a couple more weeks of discussing “The case for Christ” by Lee Strobel and then as a group will pick a new topic.  If you have any questions, please feel feee to call Carol Wojnarowski at 847-540-8150
Men of Peace! Looking for a way to connect with other guys in the congregation during our ”Sabbath”from physical church? Join us at 8:00 am Saturday mornings for men’s Bible Study. And sports. And job stuff. And whatever comes up! Looking forward to seeing new faces we haven’t seen in a while! Go to www.peacelutheranlz.com and click on “Virtual Gatherings of Peace” to get the Zoom link.
The Labyrinth is open for your personal time of reflection and prayer.  
Access a daily 1-minute reading “Centering in the Psalms” on Peace Facebook page. 
If you missed last Sunday’s worship, go to www.peacelutheranlz.com  to access it at any time.
  
 HOW TO GIVE YOUR OFFERING
Thank you!  Thank you as you continue your generous contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Congregation members are using these methods:  Mailing their check to church / Using their own bank website “send-payment” feature / Going to www.peacelutheranlz.com and clicking on “make a donation” / or, downloading and using the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app
 
 YOUTH
Special Treat for Graduates of Kindergarten, 5th, 8th and 12th grades at Culver's of Lake Zurich:  Culver's is generously providing students that are graduating this year to a free scoop of ice cream-all you need is the coupon that you print at home. Treat the rest of your family too-it will be a great way to support a local business!
Gift cards for dad: Looking for an easy perfect gift for that hard to buy for dad?  An order will be placed on Sunday, June 14 for gift cards - and will be available for pick up on Thursday, June 18.  Look for an email with an order form attached from Lori Schwartz.  If you did not receive an email, send me an email and I will send it to you.
Virtual Confirmation & Youth Group:  Tracy has set up weekly Zoom meetings so our teens can connect, talk and spend some time together while we are sheltered in place. The Virtual Youth Group will be held on Thursdays from 4-5pm and the Virtual Confirmation will be held on Thursdays from 7-8pm. Tracy will email and text the Zoom link and meeting code to each family on Wednesdays so everyone can participate!
It's Community Garden Time! The weather is (finally) starting to warm up, which means it is time to begin work on our community garden! We will be practicing and following our social distancing guidelines during this time and Tracy will be working with the Confirmands and High School students to determine times/what will be planted. Congregation members: If you would like to donate vegetable seeds for the garden, please let Tracy know!

“MAY” YOU HAVE ENOUGH – Final Tally
For Hunger-Update -We have concluded our fundraising efforts for the Northern Illinois Food Bank.  We raised $4850!!! A check will be sent to them soon and will go a long way in helping those in our community that need it.  Thank you all for your generosity!

You can continue to help:  St. Francis and the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry continue to be very active among more clients with food insecurity. To help supply food for local people in need, look for the blue donation boxes at St. Francis church and the ministry center in LZ.  They are taking non-perishable food, toilet paper, diapers and other paper products. 
 
SOCIAL OUTREACH
Workers for Meal Support: As many of you know, one of our members is facing a serious health challenge right now. Mike Wilms will be undergoing surgery soon and will have a need for nutritious meals to help with his healing for an extended period of time.  To supplement the generous actions of people on the Caring Tree, we are looking for people to donate to a fund to purchase prepared meals to be delivered directly to his home.  In order to build up this fund, we are looking for:  1. People who would be willing to donate their time to help others by cutting grass, washing windows, laying mulch, etc.  The person receiving the service would pay for any needed materials. The person can make a donation to the Meal Support Fund as they desire.  2.  People who would like help with tasks!  If you can help in either of these ways, please contact Sue Koenig as soon as possible.  We would like to start doing the work by the end of June.  If you would just like to make a donation to the Meal Support Fund, please send a check to Peace indicating where it should go in the memo section.  Thank you!
 
Update on masks:  Sue Koenig will continue to make masks for anyone who needs one. Just let her know how many are needed.

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 IMPORTANT UPDATES – WEEKLY CHANGES - June 14, 2020
Contents (scroll down for each):
 
This Sunday - video intro
REOPENING PLC OFFICE
Congregational Meeting in the books
CALL COMMITTEE UPDATE
Care and Concern
BULLETIN BOARD
Fellowship
Faith Formation Now
How to give your offering
Youth
“MAY” You Have Enough – final tally
Social Outreach
 
This Sunday
While we are apart from each other on Sundays, we look to make the virtual worship experience in-your-home as engaging as possible, with as many faces and voices and talents of PLC people as possible. On June 14 our Sunday School children will be featured participants and leaders! Watch for the worship link coming to you by email early Sunday morning!
In coming weeks, we invite MORE MUSICAL OFFERINGS. It is such a pleasure to see the talents of many – young and old.   Just record yourself doing a classical or spiritual music piece, and follow the directions in this File Sharing Tutorial to upload your selection for worship. For questions or help, email or call Ben or Karen Dahlke bkdahlke@gmail.com Ben- (847)757-8570; Karen- (248)921-4463
Reopening PLC office
Following PLC Reopening Protocol, the PLC office is now open with limited hours of operation Tuesday - Friday, 9am-1pm.  Allison and Pastor Dale will rotate their days in the office to cover these hours. Tracy’s hours are 10am-1pm Wed and Thurs.  It is best to call, email or text ahead if you wish to meet face to face or just stopping in to attend to church business.  We will follow all social distancing guidelines while meeting with anyone in the church office.  You can expect: 

• increased cleaning and enhanced cleaning procedures
• disinfectant wipes and spray, hand sanitizer available
• staff will be wearing masks, and you are expected to do the same
• maintain six feet of separation and avoiding physical contact
• please announce yourself before walking into the church office or any occupied space
• our staff will not come into the office if manifesting ANY symptoms of sickness – please do the same!

 
The first ever PLC virtual congregational meeting is in the books
More than 70 people were ‘counted’ in the meeting to join in the first PLC virtual congregational meeting. We heard about current finances, approved nominations for PPC, protocols for returning to the building, the pastoral search and call process, and changes to the congregation constitution.  Important documents were shared, and are available here:

• “Reopening Protocols for Phase 3” are available to download from PLC website or call/email the church office.
• Draft PLC Constitution with proposed changes are available in hard copy or e-file. Call/email the church office for a copy: 847-438-4400 or email office@peacelutheranlz.com.

 
CALL COMMITTEE UPDATE
 
Be sure to catch the announcements after this Sunday's service for an update from the call committee that you won't want to miss!
 
CARE & CONCERN
We pray for one another: We pray for those who need healing, safety and God’s watchful care.  This week we pray for Mike Wilms, Sherri Juveland, Greg, Dr. David Anderson at Lydia Home in Chicago, residents of Lexington in LZ, Chris and Stephanie Mitchel’s family. Brandon. We welcome prayer requests.  Let us remember to life up our needs, concerns, and joys – and those of others – in our prayer!  Make your prayer request by emailing Pastor Dale pastor@peacelutheranlz.com or the church office office@peacelutheranlz.com .
We care for one another: If you have any special need or know someone who does, reach out to the Caring Tree by contacting Jean Foltin or Pastor Dale.
How are you doing – you, your family or household?  Expect a phone, email or text.  A CONNECTIONS TEAM of volunteers and staff are checking in with all Peace households.  We are the church – connected!  
Bulletin Board
Sandy and Eric Ruskoski are moving! “We have been members at Peace for 18 years and have truly been blessed with knowing so many of you.  We will always remember the welcoming congregation, the spiritual leadership and fun fellowship we have enjoyed with you over the years.  We have really appreciated the virtual worship that everyone has worked so hard on these last two months.  We will be moving to State College, PA where both Thor and Terry and Chelsea and Brad are living - and of course our new grandson Jackson Eric Keen! We will miss you but we are so thankful for our times together.  We wish you all the best in the future. Peace and Blessings, Sandy and Eric

 
FELLOWSHIP
Trivia with Tracy!: Do you fancy yourself to be an expert in all things sports or geography? Are you a wizard of facts great and small? Come test your knowledge during Trivia with Tracy! We will meet twice a month via Zoom: Wednesday, June 17th at 7pm! Our trivia game will consist of five rounds, with one round being a secret theme/music round. All are welcome to attend and be ready to trash talk! If you are interested, please contact Tracy at tracy@peacelutheranlz.com so she can send you the Zoom link!
 
Brewing Questions is Back!: It's been a while since we have gathered for Brewing Questions, so let's do so....over Zoom! Everyone is welcome to join in for some great conversation, laughs and, of course, bring your beverage of choice. Our next Brewing Questions meeting will be in July, date TBA. If you are interested, please contact Tracy at tracy@peacelutheranlz.com so she can send you the Zoom link!  
 
FAITH FORMATION NOW
For Families with Children:
Each Sunday you can access 10 Spiritual Activities for Families with Children on the Peace website that change each week with the Scripture theme.  
VBS: A VBS survey will be coming soon so we can figure out details for virtual VBS options this summer.  
For adults:
Book Study seeking understanding:  In light of current widespread protest after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, we come face to face with long unresolved racial tension in our society. Seeking we awareness, deeper understanding and taking positive steps – begins with us.  Sunday morning Virtual Coffee Hour will offer ample time to “check in” with each other, followed by discussion of Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the U.S.  The book can be purchased at nearly any bookseller. We’ll begin on Sunday, June 21 at 10am.
The Labyrinth is open for your personal time of reflection and prayer.  
Access a daily 1-minute reading “Centering in the Psalms” on Peace Facebook page. 
Read this message from Bishop Curry of our Metropolitan Chicago Synod on the events of these recent weeks.
Listen to another Holy Trinity Sunday sermon? Here is our ELCA Presiding Bishop, Elizabeth Eaton, reflecting on news of today and the Holy Trinity.
If you missed last Sunday’s worship, go to www.peacelutheranlz.com  to access it at any time.
  
 HOW TO GIVE YOUR OFFERING
Thank you!  Thank you as you continue your generous contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Congregation members are using these methods:  Mailing their check to church / Using their own bank website “send-payment” feature / Going to www.peacelutheranlz.com and clicking on “make a donation” / or, downloading and using the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app
 
 YOUTH
Gift cards for dad: Looking for an easy perfect gift for that hard to buy for dad?  An order will be placed on Sunday, June 14 for gift cards - and will be available for pick up on Thursday, June 18.  Look for an email with an order form attached from Lori Schwartz.  If you did not receive an email, send me an email and I will send it to you.
 
Virtual Confirmation & Youth Group:  Tracy has set up weekly Zoom meetings so our teens can connect, talk and spend some time together while we are sheltered in place. The Virtual Youth Group will be held on Thursdays from 4-5pm and the Virtual Confirmation will be held on Thursdays from 7-8pm. Tracy will email and text the Zoom link and meeting code to each family on Wednesdays so everyone can participate!
2020 GRADUATES PARADE: Last Saturday, May 30th, 15 cars met at Peace Lutheran to celebrate our NINE high school graduates!! We decorated our cars, honked our horns and we were LOUD in showing our love and pride for our graduates! Simply put, the parade was AMAZING! It was SO COOL to see the smiles on the faces of our graduates and their families!! There was lots of excitement and joy in the air - we are SO PROUD of each of our grads! Job well done!!
 
It's Community Garden Time! The weather is (finally) starting to warm up, which means it is time to begin work on our community garden! We will be practicing and following our social distancing guidelines during this time and Tracy will be working with the Confirmands and High School students to determine times/what will be planted. Congregation members: If you would like to donate vegetable seeds for the garden, please let Tracy know!
 
“MAY” YOU HAVE ENOUGH – Hunger Relief
For Hunger-Update -We have concluded our fundraising efforts for the Northern Illinois Food Bank.  We raised $4850!!! A check will be sent to them soon and will go a long way in helping those in our community that need it.  Thank you all for your generosity!
 
You can continue to help:  St. Francis and the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry continue to be very active among more clients with food insecurity. To help supply food for local people in need, look for the blue donation boxes at St. Francis church and the ministry center in LZ.  They are taking non-perishable food, toilet paper, diapers and other paper products. 
 
SOCIAL OUTREACH
 
Update on masks:  Sue Koenig will continue to make masks for anyone who needs one. Just let her know how many are needed.
 
Small Group Helpers:  Are you someone who likes to go on mission trips or someone who wants to help others but your time is limited? We are looking to put together small groups of helpers that can help people in our community by doing projects such as lawn care, simple carpentry, some painting or other odd jobs that they might find difficult or that they could just use a little help with. Let Sue or Bill Koenig know if you are interested in helping or would like some assistance with a task.

​PRINTS OF PEACE 
Looking to Sunday June 7, 2020

 IMPORTANT UPDATES – WEEKLY CHANGES
Contents (scroll down for each):
 
This Sunday - Holy Communion
Care and Concern
Sharing Hope and Joy
Fellowship
Faith Formation Now
How to give your offering
Youth
“MAY” You Have Enough – final tally
Social Outreach

THIS SUNDAY - Holy Communion-in-your-home
All will have an opportunity to observe Holy Communion this Sunday, June 7, by accessing Peace online worship and preparing bread and cup at home. May the risen Lord, present to us in Word and Sacrament, renew your hearts and strengthen your faith as we are one in the Spirit and physically apart.  While offering communion in this way, we also recognize that it is OK to ‘fast’ or abstain until we do again celebrate it in each other’s physical presence. While Holy Communion is a means of grace, we give thanks for all the ways the risen Lord graces us with his presence through the Good News and moments of fellowship we continue to share!
Holy Communion - How to Prepare at Home
1.     The bread: Use bread from your own kitchen. Or as an option, use the Peace communion bread no-yeast recipe (at the end of this email). 
2.     The wine:  Choose the drink (wine or juice) appropriate for your household.
3.     Take out a plate and napkin, and goblet or cup. As an option you may choose one that has special significance for you, remembering why this is a special plate or cup.
4.     You may bring out and light a candle for your table.
5.     Print out the Sunday morning email which includes the entire order of service with parts to join in along with the worship video.


A prayer for times of conflict and crisis
O God, where hearts are fearful and constricted, grant courage and hope.
Where anxiety is infectious and widening, grant peace and reassurance.
Where impossibilities close every door and window, grant imagination and resistance.
Where distrust twists our thinking, grant healing and illumination. Where spirits are daunted and weakened, grant soaring wings and strengthened dreams.
All these things we ask in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Evangelical Lutheran Worship, p.76


More musical recordings for worship please! It has been a pleasure to see the talents of the many members of our congregation young and old, contributing to our time of worshipping together at home! We are now looking for even more recordings of people performing classical or spiritual music.  Just record yourself and follow the directions in this File Sharing Tutorial to upload your selection for worship. For questions or help, email or call Ben or Karen Dahlke bkdahlke@gmail.com Ben- (847)757-8570; Karen- (248)921-4463

CARE & CONCERN
We pray for one another: We pray for those who need healing, safety and God’s watchful care.  This week we pray for Mike Wilms, Sherri Juveland in midst of surgeries, Greg, Dr. David Anderson at Lydia Home in Chicago, Chris and Stephanie Mitchel’s family, Brandon, and Brad Malloy. We welcome prayer requests.  Let us remember to life up our needs, concerns, and joys – and those of others – in our prayer!  Make your prayer request by emailing Pastor Dale pastor@peacelutheranlz.com or the church office office@peacelutheranlz.com .
We care for one another: If you have any special need or know someone who does, reach out to the Caring Tree by contacting Jean Foltin or Pastor Dale.
How are you doing – you, your family or household?  Expect a phone, email or text.  A CONNECTIONS TEAM of volunteers and staff are checking in with all Peace households.  We are the church – connected!  

SHARING HOPE AND JOY
Watch this inspiring video A “Peace” of Good News – bringing you hope and joy from members of Peace, brought to you by Peace Outreach Team.

If you missed it on last Sunday, you can still view the 690 member virtual choir singing “O Day Full of Grace”.  Can you pick out Peace members, Diana Franklin, Andy Heroff, and Stan Sanderson? 

FELLOWSHIP
Trivia with Tracy!: Do you fancy yourself to be an expert in all things sports or geography? Are you a wizard of facts great and small? Come test your knowledge during Trivia with Tracy! We will meet twice a month via Zoom: Wednesday, June 3rd at 7pm and Wednesday, June 17th at 7pm! Our trivia game will consist of five rounds, with one round being a secret theme/music round. All are welcome to attend and be ready to trash talk! If you are interested, please contact Tracy at tracy@peacelutheranlz.com so she can send you the Zoom link!


Brewing Questions is Back!: It's been a while since we have gathered for Brewing Questions, so let's do so....over Zoom! Everyone is welcome to join in for some great conversation, laughs and, of course, bring your beverage of choice. Our next Brewing Questions meeting will be Wednesday, June 10th at 7pm!  If you are interested, please contact Tracy at tracy@peacelutheranlz.com so she can send you the Zoom link!  

FAITH FORMATION NOW
For Families with Children:
Each Sunday you can access 10 Spiritual Activities for Families with Children on the Peace website that change each week with the Scripture theme.  
VBS: A VBS survey will be coming soon so we can figure out details for virtual VBS options this summer.  
For adults:
Book Study seeking understanding:  In light of current widespread protest after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, we come face to face with long unresolved racial tension in our society. With many emotions and questions, it is good to explore together what we can do to bring deeper understanding and peace.  We can begin with us.  Sunday morning Virtual Coffee Hour will be dedicated over the summer weeks to “check in” with each other, and also to take up a book to read and discuss together:  Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the U.S. by Lenny Duncan.  The aim is greater awareness that leads to positive steps we can take. The book can be purchased at nearly any bookseller. We’ll begin on Sunday, June 21 at 10am.
The Labyrinth is open for your personal time of reflection and prayer.  Come outside by yourself, breathe in the fresh air, and walk the labyrinth.  The Labyrinth was made for such a time as this! 
Access a daily 1-minute reading through the Psalms on Peace Facebook page.  View today’
If you missed last Sunday’s worship, go to www.peacelutheranlz.com  to access it at any time.
  
 HOW TO GIVE YOUR OFFERING
Thank you!  Thank you as you continue your generous contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Congregation members are using these methods:  Mailing their check to church / Using their own bank website “send-payment” feature / Going to www.peacelutheranlz.com and clicking on “make a donation” / or, downloading and using the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app
 
 YOUTH
Special Treat for Graduates of Kindergarten, 5th, 8th and 12th grades at Culver's of Lake Zurich:  Culver's is generously providing students that are graduating this year to a free scoop of ice cream-all you need is the coupon that you print at home. Treat the rest of your family too-it will be a great way to support a local business!
Gift cards for dad: Looking for an easy perfect gift for that hard to buy for dad?  An order will be placed on Sunday, June 14 for gift cards - and will be available for pick up on Thursday, June 18.  Look for an email with an order form attached from Lori Schwartz.  If you did not receive an email, send me an email and I will send it to you.


Virtual Confirmation & Youth Group:  Tracy has set up weekly Zoom meetings so our teens can connect, talk and spend some time together while we are sheltered in place. The Virtual Youth Group will be held on Thursdays from 4-5pm and the Virtual Confirmation will be held on Thursdays from 7-8pm. Tracy will email and text the Zoom link and meeting code to each family on Wednesdays so everyone can participate!
2020 GRADUATES PARADE: Last Saturday, May 30th, 15 cars met at Peace Lutheran to celebrate our NINE high school graduates!! We decorated our cars, honked our horns and we were LOUD in showing our love and pride for our graduates! Simply put, the parade was AMAZING! It was SO COOL to see the smiles on the faces of our graduates and their families!! There was lots of excitement and joy in the air - we are SO PROUD of each of our grads! Job well done!!

Teen Devotions: Tracy will also be doing weekly devotions via a 5-minute video for our teens. These devotions will be emailed to families as well as posted on the Peace Lutheran  Facebook page.
2020 HS Mission Trip to Knoxville, TN Update: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Next Step Ministries has decided to cancel all 2020 mission trips. Therefore, our High School mission trip to Knoxville, Tennessee will not be happening. However, please keep the week of July 19th-25th open! Tracy is working on some options for a local mission trip, as well as keeping an eye on our state regulations. 
It's Community Garden Time! The weather is (finally) starting to warm up, which means it is time to begin work on our community garden! We will be practicing and following our social distancing guidelines during this time and Tracy will be working with the Confirmands and High School students to determine times/what will be planted. Congregation members: If you would like to donate vegetable seeds for the garden, please let Tracy know!

“MAY” YOU HAVE ENOUGH – Hunger Relief
Watch this Sunday's video for a final tally for our collection for the Northern Illinois Food Bank.  We surpassed our goal big time and that money will go towards feeding the hungry in our community.
You can continue to help:  St. Francis and the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry continue to be very active among more clients with food insecurity. To help supply food for local people in need, look for the blue donation boxes at St. Francis church and the ministry center in LZ.  They are taking non-perishable food, toilet paper, diapers and other paper products. 
 
SOCIAL OUTREACH
Lou Malnati's Pizza Coupons are in! If you ordered pizza coupons from Lou Malnati's, you should have received them in the mail this past week.  Once you receive them, (if you have not already paid for them), please send a check to Peace for the correct amount and put Lou Malnati's Fundraiser in the memo section.  Thank you for supporting adult mission trips!
Adult Mission Trip: Due to the uncertainty of group gatherings extending into the summer, the decision was made to cancel this summer's trip.  For those of you who paid the deposit, you have two options.  Please let Sue Koenig or Lynn Marinelli know which of the two options you prefer by June 15.  Your options are 1.  Have your $25 deposit put in the scholarship fund for future trips to help those who have a desire to help but can't afford it 2.  Have your deposit refunded directly to you.   Look for us to come back next year and have another great trip to help a community needing assistance to recover from a natural disaster.
Update on masks:  Sue Koenig will continue to make masks for anyone who needs one. Just let her know how many are needed.
Small Group Helpers:  Are you someone who likes to go on mission trips or someone who wants to help others but your time is limited? We are looking to put together small groups of helpers that can help people in our community by doing projects such as lawn care, simple carpentry, some painting or other odd jobs that they might find difficult or that they could just use a little help with. Let Sue or Bill Koenig know if you are interested in helping or would like some assistance with a task.