Prince of Peace

Weekly Update


 August 5-11, 2022


"Enjoy the little things,

for one day you may look back

and realize they were the big things."


- Robert Brault


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WORSHIP IN AUGUST


We continue to worship together Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in the building, in-person or on Zoom, Facebook Live, or webpage (princeofpeacebrookfield.org).

 

  • The wearing of masks is now optional.


  • Social distancing by staying in household pods and staying six feet away from others is still encouraged.


  • Please sign in upon arrival.


  • We have a seasonal bulletin to be used each week. Please return the bulletin to the tall table to be used again.


  • Communion can be received around the altar. Please pick up a communion kit. 


  • The offering will be gathered when worshipers arrive and brought forward during the service.

 

Sundays at 10:00 a.m. will also be on Zoom and streamed to our Facebook page.

Join Sunday 10:00 a.m. Service via Zoom
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GUEST PASTOR

THIS SUNDAY


Please give a warm welcome to Pastor Ned McMillen who will be our guest Pastor this Sunday.

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CONFIRMATION CLASS


If you have a confirmation age child - that would be a student going into 6th-8th grade - please let Heather Pontonio know. 


She is in the back of the sanctuary on most Sundays recording the worship service for zoom.


She can also be reached at 203-947-9744 or

heather.pontonio@gmail.com.


We are organizing a confirmation class and want to meet with the parents first to set up what would work best.

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IT'S TIME FOR THE CAMP CALUMET WALK THE WALK 2022!


You can still register!

 

The button below will provide you with all kinds of information about the walk AND

the button under that will allow you to register.


We will start recording miles on July 1st and continue through August 31st.


Spread the word and let’s all start walking/running/

biking/swimming for Calumet.

 

Dogs are invited.

 

Invite your friends and neighbors and their dogs, you don’t need to be a member of POP to join our team!

 

For more information, please contact our Prince of Peace coordinator - Marci Sharp at

(203) 947-4413 or e-mail her at bowmanrae@aol.com.

CalumetWalk the Walk Information
Register for Walk the Walk
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We are looking to institute the Mutual Ministry Committee. What is this committee? 


This is a small group of people that nurtures and strengthens relationships for the sake of the ministry and mission of our congregation. 


If this is something you feel called to get more information about or be involved in, please reach out to Lorraine Lavery at marc.lorrainelavery@gmail.com or 845-416-0900. 

HUNGER IN OUR COUNTRY
AND THE WORLD 
 
The Pandemic has interrupted all sorts of services and products in the world. Our country is wealthier than most but we continue to have children dying of malnutrition every day. As we prepare
to have wonderful dinners with our families and friends, we can remember to share some of our resources with people who need them. 

One of the most direct ways is to donate money so that food banks can purchase food at discount prices for the hungry people. Food donations are always accepted but monetary gifts go further.

We know that children need nutrients for their minds and bodies to develop. When not fed properly, illness is inevitable, and many times, death. When enough nutrients are not provided, brain 
development and intellect suffers greatly. Children become handicapped mentally and need constant care. They don’t grow up like our kids, who will go to school and become independent. This is a serious problem.

Please give generously to the Danbury Food Pantry by clicking below. Click donate.
It’s easy!

You could also give money in our church collection or leave money in the mailbox for the office. Remember, $10.00 buys a good amount of food.

Another wonderful place to give is Lutheran World Hunger. This organization can funnel help to the most needy. 
All money goes directly to the need, without cumbersome administrative costs. Please click below to donate.

We are truly grateful that you will support these responses because we have God’s work to do with our hands.

Peace and Love, in Thanksgiving for our comforts,

Nan Carlson and
Mary Weisensee
Click here to donate to the Daily Bread Food Pantry
Click here to donate to the Lutheran World Hunger Program
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The church office will be closed from Friday, August 5th - Friday August 12th.


It will re-open on Monday August 15th.


For pastoral emergencies during this time please contact Lorraine Lavery, Council President, at

845-416-0900 who will connect you with Rev. James R. Wheeler. 

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Rev. James R. Wheeler a retired Episcopal Pastor will graciously be assisting Prince of Peace with emergency pastoral care during the summer months. 

AUGUST SUPPLY PASTORS


Please help us welcome the following Supply Pastors that are scheduled for the month of August:

 

August 7th 

Pastor Ned McMillen


August 14th   

Pastor Laurie Anderson


August 21st   

Pastor Laurie Anderson


August 28th

Pastor Dewey Strohmeyer

 

  DRESS A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD


We will meet on Wednesday mornings in the Green Room.

We will start at 9:00 a.m. and stay until about noon, but come when you can.

 

The plan is to make kits as we did before so we need people to cut fabric and iron on interfacing. Fabric should be pressed before sewn and we have a bunch to iron. Feel free to pick up kits and sew at home when able. Please contact Nan Carlson for more information


203-778-1171

nancsew@gmail.com

A little about Friday Night Live…

 

FNL is an evening consisting of adult couples and individuals, with good food and fellowship. We usually meet the 3rd Friday evening of the month. We usually meet at a host home, or the host can decide to have it at church.

 

Vaccinated Adults of all ages are welcome!

 

If you would like to attend, there will be a sign-up sheet in the Narthex at the church or you can e-mail the host. Couples bring an entrée to serve eight and either an appetizer, a side dish or a dessert. Individuals bring one item. 


Upcoming Friday Night Live Dates

 

August 26th at 6:00 p.m. 

Hosts: Lorraine and Marc Lavery

 

September (date t.b.d.) at 6:00 p.m.

Hosts: Nancy and Juri Tolmoff

 

If you are able to host FNL please add your name to the sign-up sheet in the narthex. If you have any questions please call Laura at (203) 270-8644 or email her at l.duffy@charter.net.

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As Prince of Peace is transitioning to a new phase, Council has put together this brief survey for you to share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns with us.

You can complete this multiple times, so feel free to submit whenever you have something to share. 

If you prefer to talk directly to a Council member, their contact information is in Blueprints - feel free to reach out anytime.

There will also be a hard copy in the narthex with a designated box to hand in the form. 
Click here to fill out Survey
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July Council Highlights

  from July 13, 2022


New council members: Paul Adam, Linda Sutton Burns, Liz Davies (returning), Meegan Lepler, Heather Pontonio and Donna Vitetta


Congregational Council Members


President: Lorraine Lavery, Assistant Vice President:

Nan Carlson

Assistant Vice President:

Liz Davies,

Secretary: Meg McLoone

Paul Adam, Linda Sutton Burns, Laura Duffy, Meegan Lepler, Heather Pontonio, Donna Vitetta, and Monica Walsh.


Church Committees

and the Council Liaison


Property Committee:Laura

Faith Formation: Monica and Heather

Worship & Music: Donna Social/Caring Ministries: Nan

Fellowship: Laura & Liz

Mutual Ministry: Meg

Finance Committee:  Paul

PoP Preschool:  Meegan


Transitional Pastor – Pastor Ned spoke of the importance of a transitional pastor. Council is working with Synod to secure a transitional pastor to begin working with us in the Fall. As we go through this transition period, we will be gradually working toward restoring some of the things we’ve become accustomed to prior to Covid.


Organ Status - Brian Muller gave us an overview of the condition and status of our organ.  He will be sharing an update with the congregation and offering tours soon.


New Church Sign – Council approved funds for the purchase of a new sign to be placed on the front lawn closer to the roadway.


Youth Room – Council approved funds to update the youth room with fresh paint and new furniture.


Financial Secretary – A stipend for this position was approved by Council.

SPECIAL REQUEST
FROM DAILY BREAD FOOD PANTRY

Please note that the food pantries are especially looking for pasta or noodles. The Connecticut Food Bank has not been able to supply. Please consider adding these items to your next donation.
203-775-9070
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