Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.

Psalm 34:8

Special Christmastime Opportunities

Please know how thankful I am for all your generosity to the Lord and the mission he has given us. You respond with abundance and generosity.

I know how many people ask you to give to certain causes and interests this time of year. Like you, I have things I like to support.

We at Peace want you to have a chance consider all your giving opportunities this season. I’ll put them all out there once and trust you to make a wise choice guided by the Holy Spirit.

God’s gospel demands everything from us. But it also gives everything to us. Nothing else in this world gives and takes.

May the Lord enrich your experience of his coming in Word and Sacrament this Christmas.

The Tree of Warmth

  • We’re collecting new items including hats, gloves, scarves, and socks to keep people warm

  • Donations will go to Dix Street, Washington Street elementary schools, Sylvia’s Place, and the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission

  • Donations will be accepted through January 3rd

The Giving Tree

  • We’re glad to help a family from Sylvia’s get some Christmas cheer!

  • Take a card from the tree

  • Purchase the gift

  • Return the unwrapped gift under the tree by December 10th with the card

Christmas Bags for Kids

  • We’ll hand out small gift bags to the children that attend our Christmas services

  • Thanks to everyone who donated candy, crayons, coloring books, Christmas cards, ornaments and so much more for this year!

  • We plan to give away 40 bags.

  • Drop off items in office by December 12th 

  • We can’t wait to share Christmas with your family and friends!

End of Year Donations

  • And finally please know that Peace is incredibly grateful for your gifts, your worship of God through giving, and your partnership in our mission. If you’d still like to give thanks to the Lord and join in our mission, please make sure your gifts are in by Sunday, December 26th to be counted as 2021 gifts. Gifts received after that date will be considered 2022 gifts.

  • Individuals 70 ½ or older should also know that they can receive some excellent benefits through the end of the year IRA charitable distributions. Since the explanation is fairly lengthy, please visit the WELS page that explains. https://mcg.welsrc.net/download-mcg/ira-charitable-distributions/. If you need help, please speak with Ralph Holewa, Jim Winkel, or pastor.

Thank you for your partnership as we bring people the gospel of Jesus!