Advent: Looking Forward by Looking Backward
Our church calendar has come to an end, so now we look to a new year. The church year begins with a preparatory season called “Advent.” The word “advent” comes from the Latin word adventus, which means “appearing” or “coming,” referring to the appearing of a great king or even a god. In Christian usage, it refers to the appearing of Jesus Christ in two ways – first, his appearing as the Child born of the Virgin Mary, and secondly, his appearing in glory on the Last Day to judge the living. and the dead.
You see, Advent isn’t only about getting ready for Christmas; it’s also about getting ready for Jesus’ final appearing in glory on the Last Day.
We live in the last days, between Christ’s first and second appearances. He is always present with us, and always has been since the beginning. His presence is made audible and visible to us by the Spirit through the preached Word and his sacramental gifts.
Only briefly did the Son of God show His face some 2000 years ago; only at the end will we see His face again when He appears in glory. Until then, we watch and wait for His second advent as we celebrate His first. God’s gift to us has come, is still coming, and will come again. His name is Jesus, God with us, and He comes to save you from your sins, give you peace with God, and to give you real and eternal life. Blessed Advent!
-Pastor Darrin Sheek
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Prince of Peace Christmas Program: Dec 16th @ 7pm
"The cast of our Christmas play "All About That Baby" has been chosen! All students are involved in the program. The performance is Thursday, December 16th at 7:00 p.m. We expect all students to attend! Performing gives students self-confidence, an appreciation for music, and skill in working as a team to accomplish something." - Mrs. Smallwood (Principal)
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LAST CHANCE FOR SEE'S CANDY!
Our Fundraiser is
still going!
Be sure to pick up an order form from Heather in the school office!
Orders due by Friday, December 3rd
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2022 DIRECTORY UPDATES!
If you need an address, phone number or email added or changed in time for our 2022 Church Member Directory please let Kayleen, our church secretary know either in person or by clicking the button below and filling out our online form. Thank you!
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Dont forget to pick up your offering envelopes! |
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We have just received our shipment of offering envelopes for 2022! Please pick them up at the mailboxes in the narthex. If your family does not have a designated offering envelope number or a mailbox number, please contact Kayleen, our church secretary, so she may assign you one. Thank you! |
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Volunteer to be a Petal Pusher for The 2022 Tournament of Roses!
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Sign up to help The Lutheran Hour Ministries make possible the ONLY Christian float in The Rose Parade!
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The Lutheran Hour Ministries Float Committee is pleased that their 2022 Rose Parade float will feature Jesus teaching, surrounded by 12 modern day disciples. The float is entitled Jesus Teaches.
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Don't Forget about our Free Devotions! |
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Add to your daily routine with some inspirational spiritual reading! The church has many different devotional and prayer booklets to choose from at our free literature table, located in the Narthex. We receive new editions every few months so be sure to check back frequently.
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Please Join us this Sunday as we gather for worship. Service times are 8:00am & 10:30am. We are looking forward to seeing you this Sunday!
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Upcoming Service: Preparing the Way
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Elders
8:00am: John Henderson & Joshua Scott
10:30am: Randy Cade & Steven Sarandis
Readers
8:00am:Joshua Scott 10:30am: Cynthia Cade
Altar Guild
(1st, 3rd, & 5th Sunday)
8:00am & 10:30am:Cindy Sheek
Ways you Can Serve:
We are thankful for those who support our Divine Service every Sunday by filling much these needed positions. If you are interested in learning more about these roles, or how you can help during service,
Please Contact Pastor Sheek:
(949) 370-7198
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Sunday School for Ages 4-12! |
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This week we will learn more about Moses and the 10 Commandments, as well as the season of Advent!
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Children's Sunday School is held Every Sunday at 9:15am in the school building and is open to all children age 4-12. Sunday school students enjoy a Snack, Craft and Bible lesson. Please encourage your children to try out Sunday School and maybe even bring a friend from the neighborhood!
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Sunday Morning
Bible Study
Please join us this Sunday, December 5th at 9:15am for coffee and discussion.
Led By: Pastor Sheek
Topic: The Multifaceted Gospel Jewel: Light
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Tuesday Morning
Bible Study
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The Living Way Bible Study has resumed! Please join us Tuesday mornings at 9:30am for fellowship and discussion.
Led by: Elder Steven Sarandis.
Topic: The Book of James
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Wednesday Night
Bible Study
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Wednesday Night Bible Study is postponed until after the season of Advent. Class will resume January 5th, where we will continue our study in Ephesians 5. Please join us instead for our Advent Soup Supper and Service Dec. 1st at 6:00pm
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New Items Added!
Please check out our church bulletin board for some items needed by our teachers and church staff. Our giving tree is an opportunity for our congregation to support our church, school and preschool. Please choose a blossom and turn it into either the church or school office with a donation towards your selected item, or feel free to donate the item outright if it's something you already have!
Here are some items we are in need of so far:
Grade School:
KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM NEEDS
1st GRADE
5th/6th GRADE
BOOKS FOR 7th & 8th GRADE:
(16 copies of each needed, digital or paperback):
Crash - Jerry Spinelli
Knots in My Yo-Yo String - Jerry Spinelli
Hatchet - Gary Paulsen
My Life in Dog Years - Gary Paulsen
Guts - Gary Paulsen
The Egypt Game - Zilpha Keatley Snyder
2 Refrigerators for the Gym Kitchen (Used is fine!)
ALL GRADES
Small water bottles
Oat and Honey granola bars
Individual apple sauces
Capri suns
Field Trip Funds
STEM Lab Equipment
Tuition Help
Blue and Black Writing Pens
Masks (Adult and Child Size)
Preschool:
Child-Size Face Masks
Non-perishable Snacks and Small Waters
Church:
Garment steamer for tablecloths
Single-Serving Punch Packets
Staples Gift Cards for Office Supplies
Postage Stamps
Donuts & Coffee Fund
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We are happy to be able to live stream our 8:00 am service to our YouTube Channel for those that would like to view from home. You can find a link to our services and other videos on our channel. Please Subscribe to our channel using the YouTube icon below, and click the 'Notifications Bell' to ensure you are alerted every time we post a new video. Thank You!
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We thank God that our congregation remains healthy and so far, free from the Covid-19 Virus! We pray for everyone’s continued health and strength as we move forward!
- Pray for continued student enrollment at Prince of Peace School and Preschool and outreach efforts into the community.
- Members at Prince of Peace to grow in faith and love for one another, willing to give of our gifts and talents within the congregation, serving and sharing Christ with our neighbors, family, and friends.
- Tom Olmos – Prayers for recovery from ongoing illness.
- For Wanda Gielow, experiencing problems with her knees.
- For Pastor Trevor, for healing and care for cancer
- For peace and comfort for Joan McMasters
- For Elaine Kercher, for comfort and care.
- For successful healing of Dyke Lansdale, uncle of Kayleen Ojeda, undergoing treatment for prostate cancer, and for comfort and peace for Sandy Rosenkranz after the passing of her husband Karl, from melanoma.
- For comfort and peace for the families and friends of Cliff and Audrey Morrison, relatives of Elaine Girhing, who both passed from Covid.
If you would like to add a prayer request to this list, feel free to reply to this email or contact the church.
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Let us Pray for our Members of The Week: |
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Robin and Elizabeth Hierlmeier
Let us give thanks and pray for Robin and Elizabeth for the following:
- For God’s continued blessings of His gracious love and care upon them during this day and the days ahead.
- May our Lord continue to care for Robin and Elizabeth, providing all they need and giving them clear guidance for the future.
- For God to continue to enrich them in faith to believe and live under the promises of God made to them in the Lord Jesus Christ – promises of forgiveness, eternal life, and salvation.
- We give thanks for them and pray that our Lord would continue to use them as a support and blessing to His church, those they work with, and their family, friends, and neighbors.
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✯✯ BLAST FROM THE PAST ✯✯
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January 1961:
The Church in the Orange Grove
A newspaper clipping from January 1961 documenting Prince of Peace obtaining the land for our church! At that time it appears our moniker was to be "The Church in the Orange Grove" How cute!
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Have any vintage POP photos or Memorabilia? Please bring them by the Church office so we can share it to our 'Blast from The Past' section and add a copy to our church archives! |
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Pastor Sheek And Our Elders |
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Pastor Sheek and our Board of Elders continue to pray for you and are here to support you during these trying times. Pastor Sheek is available any time and can be reached via email or his cell for continuing support.
Email: PastorSheek@gmail.com
Cell #: (949) 370-7198
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Our Board of Elders have been reaching out and are hard at work to keep our flock in contact during this transitional time of distancing.
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We have been working hard to update our member contact information. We now have our printed Church Directories, which you can pick up either in your designated mail box or at the church office.
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Our goal is to send out a new “News and Updates” email to all of our members every week. This email highlights important upcoming events for both the church and school. You can even check out the scripture readings for upcoming Sunday Services ahead of time! Please be sure to check your emails every week.
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PRINCE OF PEACE NEEDS YOUR HELP TOO!
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During this time of uncertainty, your continuing support is as important as ever! There are several options for you to give this month to help our church succeed and grow in the challenging times ahead. Please consider pledging a donation on our secure donation page which can be found on our website or simply by clicking the Donate Now button below. You can also mail a check or drop off a donation to the church office at :
1421 W Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92802
Church Office Hours:
Monday -Thursday
9:00am -2:00pm
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