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.

Please help us spread the word!

The Minister/Director of Worship Arts will serve as a visionary and creative leader responsible for overseeing, developing, innovating, creating, and executing all aspects of worship. The nomination form is on our website at www.poplc.org/jobs. The job description and option to submit a resume are also available on this page. 

*Make sure computer/phone volume and Vimeo video volume is turned all the way up. Closed Captions/Subtitles is also helpful.

Sara.Wilson@poplc.org

Oct 9 & 10 - School Chapels

Oct 10 - Bethany House Gala

Oct 13 - Grow Group Launch

Oct 14 - Church & School Offices Closed

Oct 20 - New Member Reception

Oct 23 & 24 - School Chapels

Nov 1-3 High School Retreat

Nov 3 - All Saints Sunday

Nov 3 - CROP WALK (more info)

Nov 6 & 7 School Chapels

Nov 9 - Jerry Nepodal Swim for Bethany House

Nov 20 & 21 School Chapels

Nov 27 - Thanksgiving Worship & Pie 7pm

Nov 28 & 29 - Church & School Offices Closed

Dec 4 & 5 - School Chapels

Dec 7 - Fall Clean-Up

Dec 15 - Christmas Concert

Dec 18 & 19 - School Chapels

Dec 24 - Worship 3, 5, & 7pm

Dec 25 - Worship 10:30am

Dec 29 - Jan 4 - Hypothermia

2025

Jan 11 - POP Annual Chili Cook-Off

Feb 28 - Mar 1 - Gather 25

Mar 29 - Noah at Sight & Sound in PA

Aug 4-8 - VBS 2025

For more details on all events read below, visit our website, or email info@poplc.org

Join women from around the country to discuss Faith-Shapers' October read, "Sent: Living a Life That Invites Others to Jesus" by Heather Holleman and Ashley Holleman on Zoom. The book invites us to grow joyfully with Jesus as we live out our true identity as sent to share Jesus with others.

If you can't join us this month, make plans to join us on Nov. 14, when we'll discuss "The Understory: An Invitation to Rootedness and Resilience from the Forest Floor" by Lore Ferguson Wilbert. Among the understory of the forest, the author discovers rich metaphors for living a rooted and flourishing life within the complex ecosystems of our world. Her tenderness and honesty will help readers grieve, remember, hope, and press on with resilience.

For more information and the Zoom link, email Jennifer Gross.

Come out and join us Sundays, 9:15 - 10:15 am, Room 24, in discussing James K. A. Smith's book "You Are What You Love". In this book, award-winning author James K. A. Smith shows that who and what we worship fundamentally shape our hearts. And while we desire to shape culture, we are not often aware of how culture shapes us. We might not realize the ways our hearts are being taught to love rival gods instead of the One for whom we were made.

Smith helps readers recognize the formative power of culture and the transformative possibilities of Christian practices. He explains that worship is the "imagination station" that incubates our loves and longings so that our cultural endeavors are indexed toward God and his kingdom. This is why the church and worshiping in a local community of believers should be the hub and heart of Christian formation and discipleship.

Please note that we will pause our book discussion to participate in the Grow Together study, starting on October 13th. Once the 6 week study is finished, we will resume our book discussion on Sunday, November 24th.

M.E. Sorenson

The Knit, Purl, Pray group will start meeting in person for the first time on Friday, October 4, at 10:30 am in room 27. Anyone can join!

Darlene McCoy

Hi, I’m Jerry Nepodal and once again I’m doing a solo swim-a-thon to raise money for the Bethany House of Northern Virginia on Saturday, 9 November 2024.

Bethany House has been serving our neighbors by providing short-term housing and life advancement services to women and children escaping domestic violence. 

There are two types of pledges you can make. One is simply a dollar amount for the entire swim. The second is a "Push Jerry" pledge wherein you pledge an amount/every minute beyond 4 hours.  I will take no breaks and will be swimming a combination of the breast, back, and free style strokes. Last year, I was able to do 6 hours, 10 minutes and we raised just over $10,000.  This year my goal is to swim a minimum of 4 hours, but will push for more with the "right incentive".

Our goal is to raise $25,000. For information on Bethany House of Northern Virginia and how to pledge, go to this website: go.rallyup.com/swimjerry24

Ever thought of leaving your life with your family? What a legacy!

Too often memories die with their owner, and too often time runs out without sharing those memories. Your life is packed with memories and stories of your past. Does your family know about them? Put those stories into a series of writings that can be a legacy for them.

Each week we'll have a short writing prompt for you. These writings will eventually create a record of your life and will also express who you are as a person. It will be a way to share how God made you who you are today! You will be surprised at how getting together with other people to write your story will trigger your mind on things of your past that you want to put on paper...how certain words can transport you back in time. Be your own inner storyteller and join this class. Classes will meet weekly on Mondays, 7-9pm, in room 24, until the end of May.

The total cost for the year is $10 for class materials. To register, please email Arla Albers and mention "MEMOIRS" in the subject line.

Hurricane Relief

Bring your ECHO donations to the church and put them in the big white bin in the hallway near the office. MOST NEEDED ITEMS LIST

Prince of Peace builds disciples of Jesus who know God, grow together, and serve the world.

What is Love in Action? Love in Action focuses on the "Serve the World" aspect of our mission statement. As a 501(c)3 organization, it funds mission outreach projects and provides financial assistance for individuals pursuing church worker education and training.

How Love in Action Serves the World

Love in Action supports church workers, indigenous leaders, and mission-oriented organizations that spread the Gospel and transform communities.

Board of Directors

The Love in Action Board is composed of Prince of Peace members, with three-year appointments approved by the Board of Servant Leaders (BoSL). The Senior Pastor serves as a non-voting member. Current board members include:

• Chair: Bob Coyle
• Aivars Baumanis
• Nancy Boriack
• Jaimie Douglas
• Jennifer Douglas
• Bill Klett
• Craig Mosford

Accomplishing the Mission

With the generosity of many donors, Love in Action has contributed over $2 million to mission-oriented ministries and church workers over the past 35 years. These donations ensure future generations are served by dedicated church workers who can effectively share the Gospel in a changing world.

Supporting Love in Action

You can support Love in Action through donations, which can be specified on your donation envelope or as an "Other" option on the online giving form. Your contributions are tax-deductible and will be noted on your Prince of Peace giving statement. Prayer support is also invaluable.

2023 Kingdom Impact

• $72,000 - Training and equipping 30 church planters in an anti-conversion area
• $40,000 - Supporting students at two indigenous pastoral seminaries in South America
• $10,000 - Young Life Fairfax, sharing the Gospel with local high school students
• $15,000 - LCMS Seminarian support for three students at Concordia Seminary
• $26,000 - Amharic Outreach Ministry

“How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” — Romans 10:14-15

Thank you for your support of Love in Action! Together, we can make a meaningful impact in our world and beyond.

Love In Action

Hello, Prince of Peace! Welcome to the GROW TOGETHER community! I am Sara Wilson, your dedicated Coordinator, thrilled to share some exciting news with you. Feel free to reach out to me for any assistance in getting involved. Let's embark on this transformative experience together! Sara.Wilson@poplc.org

We offer a designated room for nursing mothers or parents seeking a quiet space for their babies or young children. Located on the right after exiting the main Sanctuary doors, this room is exclusively for your use. Feel free to make use of this facility. A TV will broadcast the worship service, ensuring you can stay connected while in the room.