Prince of Peace builds disciples of Jesus who know God, grow together, and serve the world. | | |
KNOW GOD THROUGH WORSHIP
Sunday Worship
8:00 am – Traditional
10:30 am – Contemporary
(9:15 AM Sunday School
for Children and Adults)
Spanish Worship
9:00 AM
Amharic Worship
3:00 PM
Live-stream
Sundays at 10:30 AM
| | Holy Communion is served at the 8:00 on the 1st & 3rd Sundays and at the 10:30 on the 2nd & 4th Sundays. 5th Sundays have communion at both the 8:00 & 10:30. | | |
We invite you to partake in a divine gathering on June 8th, unveiling a glimpse of heaven itself as our diverse congregations unite to honor the Lord and rejoice in the wondrous acts of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost.
Following our worship service, we will bask in the warmth of fellowship over a shared meal. Kindly bring a dish to contribute to our communal feast.
Please note, on June 8th, there will be no services at 8:00 or 10:30, nor will there be Sunday School; instead, we shall gather for the All Nations Worship at 10:00 am.
*This service will also be livestreamed at 10:00 am.
| | Important BOSL Information | | The Nominating Team (Rob Lansing, Dave McLean, Jessica Landon (Chair), and Pastor Michael (ex officio) is pleased to report the nomination of two persons for the Board of Servant Leaders: Patty Bryant and Jennifer Douglas. The Congregation will vote on these two nominees at the Voters Meeting on June 1. | |
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Patty Bryant and her family joined Prince of Peace in the summer of 2009. Since then, she has served on the Board of NOVACO (as the PoP representative), on the Senior Pastor Call Committee which called Pastor Michael, and for several years on the Care and Outreach and Personnel Committees. Patty and John have four children and one son-in-law. All four children were confirmed at Prince of Peace and their daughter was recently married at Prince of Peace.
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Jennifer Douglas has been a member of POP since 1985. She has served the church community in many capacities including reader, school board member, board member, call committees and nurture and care teams. Jennifer currently serves on the Love In Action committee and participates in a Sunday morning grow group. She retired from federal service last summer and lives in Fairfax Station.
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A Message from the Board of Servant Leaders (BoSL)
Regarding Proposed Changes to the Constitution & Bylaw
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Just as the Apostle Paul urged that “all things should be done decently and in order” (1 Corinthians 14:40), we believe it is wise and faithful to periodically review and strengthen the foundational documents that guide our shared life in ministry. In that spirit, the Board of Servant Leaders is bringing forward proposed revisions to our Constitution and Bylaws, as part of a broader and ongoing review of how we operate. As you may recall we recently updated the Policy Manual, but it has been nearly 20 years since the Constitution and Bylaws of Prince of Peace were last updated.
| | The Board of Servant Leaders invites you to our annual Voters' Assembly on June 1, at 4pm in the Sanctuary. Childcare will be available. Voting will take place for the annual budget, updating the church Constitution and bylaws, and BoSL members. You must be a confirmed member to vote. Email BoSL@poplc.org if you have questions. | | |
May 26 - Church & School Offices Closed
June 1 - Voters' Meeting
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June 2-6 - POP School Summer Camp
June 8 - All Nations Pentecost Worship & Fellowship Meal
June 9-13 - POP School Summer Camp
June 10 - POP School Authors and Artists Day 10am
June 10 - Kindergarten Butterfly Chapel 11:15am
June 15 - Father's Day
June 16-20 - POP School Summer Camp
June 19 - Church Office Closed
June 23-27 - POP School Summer Camp
For more details on all events read below, visit our website, or email info@poplc.org
| | | | Vacation Bible School is coming up on August 4th-8th and we need YOUR help to make this a memorable, faith-filled, adventure-packed week for the kids in our community! VBS participant spots are already full! In order to accept participants from the waitlist, we need more volunteers! Can you pitch in to help us share the Good News of Jesus with more kids? Sign up to volunteer today! |
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Envelope Fundraiser for
the Summer Youth Trips
| | Support the Youth Group through our Envelope Fundraiser! In the Narthex, you'll find a board with colored envelopes. Please take an envelope of any dollar amount and return it to the office or offering plate with your donation. All donations go toward our Summer Youth Trips! | | On June 1st, at both the 8am and 10:30am services, we will be honoring those who are graduating from high school, college, graduate school, trade school, apprenticeship programs, and the like. We will be offering a blessing and a small gift to all those registered. If you are graduating, we want to celebrate you! Please register by May 25th! | | Accessibility Ministry Action Team Survey | | The vision of the Accessibility Ministry Action Team is to foster a welcoming, inclusive and accessible atmosphere for all people at Prince of Peace. The team is seeking information to help us better meet the needs of everyone worshipping at Prince of Peace. Please take a few minutes to fill out the Accessibility Survey to let us know if you or a family member could benefit from extra assistance or accommodations. | |
Worship Ministry Updates and Dates
From Pastor Michael
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Dear Prince of Peace Family and Friends,
Every Sunday, the Holy Spirit gathers us together to KNOW GOD through worship. In these divine services, we receive His gifts of grace, encouragement, community, and empowerment for life. As I reflect on this past year, I am deeply grateful for how the Lord has guided our worship and for each of you who have stepped up to serve during this interim season without a full-time Director of Worship Arts.
Today, I’m excited to share some important updates and dates regarding our Worship Ministry.
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Introduction to Allison Schweitzer
Incoming Director of Worship Arts at Prince
| | Let's welcome Allison Schweitzer, our new Director of Worship Arts! Please bring a gift card from any of the following places: Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Farmers Markets, Target, Kohl’s, Nordstrom Rack, Old Navy, Trek Bike Shops, Dick’s Sporting Goods, or any Garden Store. Feel free also to include a welcome card for Allison. You can drop off the gift cards in a labeled basket in the church office. | |
New Adult Sunday School Study on Revelation
Every Sunday at 9:15 am next to the kitchen
| | Have you ever been curious about the Book of Revelation? Many find it puzzling or intimidating, but it’s ultimately a message of hope. Prince of Peace is offering a new class starting this Sunday at 9:15 A.M. to explore Revelation in a relaxed setting, with no homework or set duration. Join us next to the kitchen, bring your Bible and notes if desired, and uncover the powerful truths of this often-overlooked book. We look forward to seeing you there! Contact Arla Albers for more information. | | Grab one of the yard signs at the welcome center and put it in your yard to help us spread the word about our awesome school! | | Check out more in the buttons below! | | |
Our 2025 Vacation Bible School registration is LIVE! The list fills up quickly so sign up soon to ensure your spot.
Whether you have a child that wants to participant or you want to be a superstar volunteer, click here for all the True North details!
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Outdoor Ascension Day Service
at St. John's on May 29
| | Ascension Day occurs forty days after Jesus' resurrection, as we read in Scripture (Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:1-11). An informal, outdoor worship service with Holy Communion will celebrate our Lord's ascension into heaven on Thursday, May 29 (Ascension Day) at 7:00PM at St. John's Lutheran Church (5952 Franconia Road Alexandria, VA 22310). Please bring camp chairs from home for seating and park in the lower lot. The service will be held near the firepit where the cross is located. In the event of inclement weather, the service will take place in the Fellowship Hall. | | |
Donate Your Used Books
You will notice the big green book donation bin in the front parking lot facing Old Keene Mill. Your books will be put back into circulation and the proceeds of the sale will go to help finance the youth trips this Summer. What a great way to share those books that you have loved and bless others with them again.
Brad.Womble@poplc.org
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July 4 - Church & School Offices Closed
Aug 4-8 - VBS 2025 Sign-up today at www.poplc.org/vbs
Oct 4 - Oktoberfest 2025 12pm - 5pm
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Prince of Peace Sermon Podcast
Prince of Peace is now broadcasting our sermons on some podcast apps. Just search "Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Springfield VA" or use this link on your favorite podcast tool. You can also visit https://poplcva.podbean.com.
streaming@poplc.org
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There's an app for that!
Did you know that Prince of Peace has a directory app! You can even update your own personal information. Click the button for the directions on downloading the app and creating your profile. If you would like to know more please email info@poplc.org.
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