Hello friends of Jesus and Peace

Sexuality

Otsego Public Schools recently held a forum to introduce some changes to the sex ed curriculum. The details aren’t all public. They are adding some terms like cisgender, transgender, and non-binary to the curriculum. Some parents and neighbors went; you might be able to get details by asking around.

Christians have great opportunities to honor God and love others even with their bodies. Jesus did not just redeem our souls; he redeemed our bodies too. He fills us - all of us - with his Spirit.

I’m glad to talk with you or anyone you know who needs guidance, encouragement, and wisdom in the matter of sexuality. The Bible, Christian history, science influenced by Christian convictions, and Christian teaching have more than enough to help us. I’m glad to walk this journey with you.

The WELS statement on sexuality is a helpful start on this tricky topic. The council has been reading it. You might find it helpful too. https://synodadmin.welsrc.net/download-synodadmin/en-cristo/?wpdmdl=3422&ind=1574366466395

Spring Work Day

Spring Work Day is Saturday May 4th at Peace 9:30 - 12:00. Work day is a day for us all to show up and make the property ready for use.

Spring Work Day is different from the regular maintenance work. The maintenance work is a small group of guys who focus on technical tasks to keep the property running. Work Day is a day for everyone to get the tasks done that take lots of time and energy - rake leaves as needed, stick pick up, trim trees, planting, cleaning out the building, and other large tasks.

Right now, we’ve got a pretty reasonable list:

rake leaves as needed
pick up trash along street
pick up sticks
clean up rocks in south lawn and put out dirt, seed
mow and trim
kill weeds in cracks
vacuum out light fixtures
paint kids classroom
Full list of tasks https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f3XjLUQ_WrwlqDg7K9BX4xW371Q7-tK1CERvBavqipk/edit?usp=sharing

We’ll have donuts and coffee to keep everyone going!

End of year student recognition and celebration

Our students will wrap up their Sunday morning classes June 2nd. We’ll have a recognition, lunch, and celebration. Church will provide hot dogs and hamburgers. Sign up here to bring something to share! https://www.PerfectPotluck.com/DOKN3083

Calendar

May 4th 9:30 am Spring Work Day https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f3XjLUQ_WrwlqDg7K9BX4xW371Q7-tK1CERvBavqipk/edit?usp=sharing

May 7th 6:30 pm Team and Task Time

May 9th 6:30 Christianity Explored

May 11th 2:00 pm Noah Szczembara and students piano recital

May 17th 11:00 am Ladies Guild

May 17th 6:30 pm Bunco

June 1st 9:30 am Evangelism workshop

June 2nd 9:30 am End of year celebration

June 15th 9:30 am Christian Theology class #1 https://peaceotsego.org/peacenews/christiantheology

June 15th WELS Taste of Missions https://tasteofmissions.com/

July 30th WELS Worship Conference https://peaceotsego.org/peacenews/welsworshipconference