Prints of Peace - March 1

​PRINTS OF PEACE
March 1, 2020
Welcome visitors! We are glad you are here.
This Sunday
 
8am Service of Holy Communion
9:15am Sunday School /Coffee & refreshments/ Adult Education / Middle Schoolers Triple D      
10:30am Service of Holy Communion
 
TODAY (March 1) at 9:15am  – The Pastoral Call Committee will update and lead us in a discussion as they prepare to begin the interviewing process. Learn what’s in our “Ministry Site Profile” submitted for candidates to read.
 
JOURNEY FROM ASHES TO EASTER
Thursday evenings
Beginning this week, March 5, 6:15pm
Enjoy soup supper / Brief worship Holden Evening Prayer
Sharing “Faith Journeys” by PLC members 
 
YOU are helping to end hunger! Thank you!  Thank you!  The Peace congregation contributed gifts totaling $1,897 (including PPC matching gift) to end hunger, joining hands, hearts, and resources of Lutherans everywhere through the ELCA World Hunger Program “Until All are Fed.” 100% of these gifts support immediate relief, education, advocacy and development efforts.
 
The Peace Lutheran Pastoral Call Committee is made up of Ben Dahlke, Lin Hodkinson, Tim Harris, Liz Hopman, Samantha Rozema, Nicole Thurow, Grace Trumbull.  Each member is accessible to the congregation; you can reach the whole team with any correspondence at callcommittee@peacelutheranlz.com .  
 
Prayer Request sheets are located right under the Prayer Request box by the church office door.  Let us remember to lift up the needs, concerns, and joys of others in our weekly prayers!
 
We pray for one another: We pray for those who need healing and wholeness.  This week we pray for Mike Wilms. If you know of someone for whom you would like prayers, make your request known to pastor or complete a prayer request located in the hallway immediately next to the church office door.  
 
We care for one another: If you have any special need or know someone who does (e.g. dinner for new moms, meals after hospitalization, short term help like lawn cutting or snow removal) reach out to the Caring Tree by contacting Jean Foltin or Pastor Dale.
 
Prayer for Peace – Thank you for many prayers for Peace written and submitted last Sunday. We offer up these prayers in worship on Sundays in Lent, as well as on Facebook. Follow Peace Lutheran on Facebook to support your journey from Ashes to Easter.
 
This Sunday (March 1) Scripture Reflection: Lent is a season of faith renewal throughout the church as well as here at Peace.  We start the season with Jesus 40-days of temptation in the wilderness.  At the beginning of his public ministry and through to the end, in all things he remained faithful.  Jesus joins us on our journey through trials and temptation to new life.  Read Matthew 4:1-11 and join in the journey of faith from Ashes to Easter.
 
Next Sunday (March 8) Scripture Reflection: We are focused these weeks of Lent on sacred scriptures that reveal the heart and goodness of God toward all God’s creation, all people and nations. For next week read John 3:1-17 and find yourself searching with Nicodemus for new life, and be renewed in the Spirit of the One who “so loved the world that he gave his only son.” 
Adult Education:  9:15am – beginning March 8: “A New Family: Opening the Doors of the Church” Rachel Held Evans was a gift to the church, seeking to channel the heart of God for all peoples.  She was a person who reached for the outsider and brought their voice and perspective into the fold. She inspired change and sometimes provoked resistance. Tragically, Rachel died in 2019 at the young age of 37.  We will explore some of the many gifts she left behind. Drop in any Sunday or all five (March 8 – April 5) for video and discussion.  Her hope – and ours – is to start more conversations than end them. 
 
Pick up the monthly PRINTS OF PEACE PLUS to stay informed and connected about ongoing   opportunities.  You will find this green Prints of Peace supplement on the table in the narthex or at www.PeaceLutheranLZ.com.
Youth
 
Gift Card Orders:  Our next gift card order will be placed March 1. Cards will be available Thursday, March 5. If this will be a donation for the Spaghetti dinner, please note that on your order. Questions on gift card orders, contact Lori Schwartz.
 
It's Spaghetti Dinner Time!: Our first high school mission trip fundraiser, the Spaghetti Dinner and Auction, will be held at Peace on Saturday, March 7th! In order to make the event a success, we need some help! Please consider signing up on the bulletin board to donate food items, make pasta or spaghetti sauce, bring a dessert, donate an item for the auction or help with set-up, clean-up or in the kitchen! It is always a fun night for all!
Social Outreach
 
Mobile Food Pantry at the Chapel in Lake Zurich: will be Saturday, March 14th.  If you would like to volunteer, please use the link below. Thanks for making a difference! If you or someone you know needs food, please plan to attend this event between 10-12:00.  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAAA723AAFD0-mobile31
 
Flightless Honor Flight: March 15, 2-4 pm at LZHS Performing Arts Center.  This is a free special event for veterans and their families who are unable to fly to Washington D.C. to see the memorials built to honor their sacrifices.
 
First Aid and CPR: Due to the weather we had to cancel the class on Jan 18 and has been rescheduled for March 28, 9 - 2  Please plan to attend as we would like to have as many people from Peace trained in these areas as possible. This class is open from teenagers to all adults and friends can also sign up.  If you have questions, please call Sue Koenig.
 
Feed My Starving Children Event:  Please sign up and join us in packing food at the Feed My Starving Children event on May 9th from 9-11 am at the Libertyville location. There is a sign-up sheet in the hallway for the 25 spots that we have reserved. Feel free to invite a friend.  You must be at least 5 years old with an adult to attend and you should plan on removing all jewelry prior to our packing session.  Maybe this would be a fun activity for your family in honor of Mother's Day which will be the next day! Please call Sue Koenig with any questions.
                                                                                                                       
Adult Mission Trip: Trip-We will be going to Wisconsin June 21-27 to help rebuild homes affected by severe flooding in 2018.  A $25 non-refundable deposit is now due to reserve your spot.  We have 35 spots reserved. Make your check out to Living Lord Lutheran Church with adult mission trip in the memo section.  You can send it to Lynn Marinelli at Living Lord or just put the check in an envelope and place it in the adult mission trip mail slot in the office at Peace. If you are able to help sell Lou Malnati's pizza coupons for our upcoming fund raiser, please let Sue Koenig know when you are available or sign up for a time on the sign up sheet in the before mentioned mail slot.  We will be selling the coupons before and after each service starting on March 15 and ending April 5. Other dates to keep in mind are:  Culver's Fund Raiser in Lake Zurich on April 20 and team building dinner at Peace on April 19 starting at 4:30.  Final payment of $100 and your skill assessments are due at that time. Please call Sue Koenig if you have any questions.
 
This Week at Peace
 
March 1          8:00am            Worship (Holy Communion)
                       9:15                 Sunday School / Adult Education / Coffee and Fellowship
                      10:30am           Worship (Holy Communion)
March 2         7:00pm             Al-Anon
March 3         6:45pm             Bell Choir
March 4         9:00am             Women’s Bible Study - Deer Park Panera
March 5         12:30 - 6:30     Voice Lessons
                       6:15 - 7:30       Soup Supper / Lenten Service
March 7         8:00am             Men’s Bible Study at Dunkin’ LZ
                       10:30               Joyful Noise Makers
March 8         8:00am            Worship (Holy Communion)
                      9:15                  Sunday School / Adult Education / Coffee and Fellowship
                      10:30am           Worship (Holy Communion)