Good news for Peace August 20

This week’s lessons: Exodus 16:2-20, Mark 9:14-29

Hi all!

I hope you had a nice weekend. I had a good time helping my in-laws and enjoyed a family wedding.

There are at least three kinds of unbelief. One is a hopeful and almost desperate desire to believe. The second is passive indifference and ignorance. The third is committed rejection and denial.

These positions aren’t anything new. We see them in the ancient Israelites. We see them in the Bible.

This week, let’s address them. Jesus does. He doesn’t shy away from unbelief and neither will we - even the unbelief in ourselves.

God bless you until then!

Pastor Timmermann

Outdoor services and streaming resume this week!

• Outdoor services begin at 10:30 am at the pavilion

• We will be streaming our 9 am service. Join us from home!

Ministry Meals

Ministry Meals pick back up this week!

August 22nd @ 5 pm

Please check here for attendance.

Women’s Fall Welcome!

All ladies, come to Peace on September 9th at 1 pm to be reacquainted with old friends and make new ones! 

Refreshments will be served. Feel free to invite others. Weather permitting we will meet at the pavilion.

Can’t wait to see you!

BRING! Fall 2021

I bet by now you’ve started packing your bags with computers, notebooks, pens, and everything else you’ll need for school (unless you go to Otsego, then you’ve already started!)

Be sure to add one more thing. The gospel of Jesus. We bring the gospel and you can too.

Let’s gather starting September 12th to be filled with that gospel and bring it to others for the new year. I look forward to the time with you!

Work time on Children’s Education

I’d like to spend some time with anyone who wants to help with the education and activities for our children on Sunday, August 22 at 12:00. If you’d like to teach, help, provide music training, do crafts, and show the kids how to serve, please join me.

• The family or Ardelle Hutchinson

• students and families

(full prayer list)

• Christian Neighbor’s item for August is canned vegetables.

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• August 22nd, 12:00 Work time for Children’s Education

• August 22nd, 5:00 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• September 12th BRING! Fall start

• August Ushers: Larry Nitz and Mike Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• All our sermons Messages — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

• The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill - a really interesting series on a megachurch and a healthy congregation The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill | Podcasts | Christianity Today

• Over the last few weeks, we’ve heard a lot about the 2020 Census and results. You might find the 2020 Religion Census helpful PRRI

• A good explanation on the use of the lectionary The lectionary: A path for public worship – FORWARD IN CHRIST

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Please pray for the family of Ardelle Hutchinson

Ardelle Hutchinson

Dear friends and family of Ardelle Hutchinson,

On Thursday August 12th Ardelle was brought to glory to celebrate with his Savior. I am comforted to know that Ardelle triumphs with all the saints because of Jesus. I pray that you have the same comfort. She experiences what we can only imagine:

“Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude… shouting, ‘Hallelujah! For our God Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his bridegroom has made himself ready. Fine linen, bright and clean, was given him to wear.'” (Revelation 19)

Obituary: For Ardelle’s obituary, please visit Ardelle G. Hutchinson | Winkel Funeral Home | Otsego Michigan

Funeral: Ardelle’s funeral will take place on Monday August 16th at Peace Lutheran Church. The service will begin at 11:00 a.m.

The funeral is open to the public.

Concerning health, attendees are encouraged to follow state and local guidelines. Peace does not have any different protocols in place.

Information to participate remotely (livestreaming or phone) is available on our website, https://peaceotsego.org/worship.

Interment: Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Plainwell immediately following the service. Family and close friends are welcome to attend.

Luncheon: All are welcome to attend a light luncheon immediately following the service. Please encourage the family when they return from the interment.

Visitation: Visitation will take place on Sunday August 15th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Winkel Funeral Home; or from 10:00 - 10:45 am on Monday August 16th at Peace Lutheran Church.

Memorial To give a memorial to Peace in honor of Ardelle, please go to https://peaceotsego.org/give

On Monday, I pray we grieve Ardelle well and celebrate the victory Jesus has given her. May Jesus work healing and hope in us.

Serving the living Savior

Pastor Nathaniel Timmermann

Please pray for Ardelle’s family: 

Lord Jesus, by your victory over death you have opened the way to eternal life for all of us. Comfort Ardelle’s family in their loss. Point the way to life. Renew their joy each morning. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 

Good news for Peace August 6

This week’s lessons: Jeremiah 17:5-8, Luke 10:1-20, Matthew 10:32-39

Hi all!

“Here I stand”. Everyone has to figure out what their foundation is. What’s yours? If the gospel is right, that’s where we stand. I invite you to take a stand this weekend.

I’m thankful for the people taking care of our services and ministry for the next few weeks. We’ve got a great team and I’m proud of them.

There won’t be any news next week around August 12th. We’re taking the week off.

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Indoor services only for 8/8 and 8/15

We’re adapting a little during pastor's time off. Both services will be indoors on 8/8 and 8/15.

Service on 8/8 will include communion as normal.

Service on 8/15 will be a regular service with a shorter devotion and more singing.

Streaming on Facebook only for 8/8 and 8/15

We need to adapt a little during pastor’s time off as we handle technology. Peace will stream only on Facebook the next two Sundays (no YouTube).

Please know the sound quality will be different.

There will also not be any lyrics for following along on the video.

Temporary Cable

Just a heads up, I've run a temporary cable along the aisle on the north side of the sanctuary to test the new keyboard. We’ll leave it up for about a month to test it out. Please watch your step. I’d appreciate some help later to run the new cable more permanently.

Last call for Trunk or Treat Coordinator!

We are looking for a Trunk or Treat coordinator for this year. (Trunk or Treat is around the end of October, depends on the city). Unfortunately, if we don’t find one we may not be hosting Trunk or Treat this fall. If you are interested please let Pastor know.

Work time on Children’s Education

I’d like to spend some time with anyone who wants to help with the education and activities for our children on Sunday August 22 at 12:00. If you’d like to teach, help, provide music training, do crafts, and show the kids how to serve, please join me.

• Safe, restful vacations

(full prayer list)

• Christian Neighbor’s item for August is canned vegetables.

• We were able to secure a bed for a member. Thank you for the donation!

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• August 8th and 15th, 10:30 INDOOR service

• August 22nd, 12:00 Work time for Children’s Education

• August 22nd, 5:00 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• August Ushers: Larry Nitz and Mike Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• All our sermons Messages — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

• The Rock of Truth in the Storms of Fake https://www.1517.org/articles/the-rock-of-truth-in-the-storm-of-fake-news?

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Good news for Peace July 23

This week’s lessons: Deuteronomy 4:1-9 & Mark 7:1-23

Hi all!

“I care and I can”. I was glad to hear God’s encouragement this last week to care about the people who experience hunger, poverty, and all the other human problems. If you want to check out last week’s message, you can do so. I care and I can — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

I look forward to this week’s message on the Christian view of sin and getting right on the inside. I’ll join you at 9:00 and 10:30. Can’t wait to see you!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Congregational Forum

I’m thankful for those who participated in our congregational forum this past Sunday.

We talked about a number of topics including reaching out to new people, making disciples, the stove, freezer, the replacement of the flat roof, before and after school care, who is serving on the council (see the team Team – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church), and an evangelism study this fall.

For more of an update, click the button below.

Our latest ministry meal - a wonderful time and great conversation! Join our next one by contacting the office!

Fall Ministry

We’re formulating our fall plan for ministry - services, studies, events, and more. We’d love your input and help. If you have thoughts and suggestions, let’s talk!

We need all plans for fall ministry by August 18th so they can be published with the fall ministry plan. Please contact Pastor by August 18th with your plans so that we can get it on the list.

It’s hard to believe fall is just a few months away. We are already planning for our fall events. We are looking for a Trunk or Treat coordinator for this year. If you are interested please let Pastor know.

Teen Devotion - Pursue the right thing

• Hillary U wedding

(full prayer list)

• Christian Neighbors items for July - fruit juice and cereal

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

• We are in need of a refrigerator/freezer or a freezer. Please let Pastor know if you have one to donate.

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• Ministry Meals July 25th, 5:00 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• July Ushers: Richard Ueck and Dave Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• Our studies Studies — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

• Sermons on waiting for Jesus Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace July 16

This week’s lessons: Numbers 27:12-23 & Mark 6:30-44

Hi all!

We all know there is a lot going on with Christians in America, even if we can’t say what it all is.

One factor is a change in church attendance. Here are some examples:

• people who attended weekly now attend 3 of 4 weeks or 2 of 4 weeks

• people who attended 2 times per month now attend 1 time per month

• people who attended 1 time per month now attend every other month

  and so on.

I haven’t run the numbers for people at Peace. I can tell some things have changed. So can others.

At the same time, we believe that regular participation in our worship and mission is good and right. We expect people to be around at least once a month and encourage more. Know someone is missing? Please check on them and let us know. We miss you!

Speaking of attendance, we’ll have a short Congregational Forum on Sunday after services. Everyone is welcome to participate. Please bring your suggestions and questions. You can find pastor’s report, a few recent financial reports, and possible upcoming proposals posted here. July Congregational Forum – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church) We’ve also posted information to participate remotely.

Sunday services at 9:00 and 10:30. Can’t wait to see you!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Choir 2021-2022

We’d love to have people of all singing abilities join us in the choir for the 2021 - 2022 year. We have good fun together, praise our Savior and Lord, and declare his name! Practice runs weekly from mid-September through April.

If you might be interested, please contact the office church@peaceotsego.org, 269-694-6104, or reach out to Cindy Commissaris.

Thank you!

Fall Ministry

Pastor is currently hard at work with many of our people putting together our fall ministry. We’ll

• worship

• discuss

• study

• serve

• share

• give

• and love

What exactly that ministry looks like depends on what you want and what you will do. I’m especially looking for people who would like to lead groups of children and adults in the study of God’s Word. Let me know!

How will you be part of it? Can’t wait to be with you this fall!

Cleaning Crew

I want to thank all who have helped us work through the change in format and helped keep our facility clean. We still have 8 opportunities to help make the Lord’s house shine this year. Check out the list here (click link) or on the sign up sheet at church. Questions? Feel free to call Jane @ 269-680-9060

• None at time of print

(full prayer list)

• Christian Neighbors items for July - fruit juice and cereal

• We're looking for a couple of people to regularly serve at the next steps table. Check here for more.

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• Ministry Meals July 20th, 5:30 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• July 18th, 11:45 am Congregational Forum

• July Ushers: Richard Ueck and Dave Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• A deep dive on church attendance in America https://churchleaders.com/pastors/pastor-articles/139575-7-startling-facts-an-up-close-look-at-church-attendance-in-america.html

• Sermons on work and vocation Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace July 9

This week’s lessons

Ezekiel 2:1-3:4, Mark 6:1-31

Hi all!

2 weeks ago, good friends in China watched one of their teachers get arrested. She was attending a Bible study, admittedly with a minor, and in the home of a couple that was long accused of dissent.

They affirmed their commitment to stay and their willingness to endure their own arrest if necessary.

We talked afterward to encourage each other. One thing we connected over was that even though we don’t face obvious opposition in our pursuit of God’s goals, we face “death by a thousand cuts”. Something like Chinese water torture. Political conflict, bureaucracy, institutionalism, and institutional regulation, the breakdown of the family unit, declining birth rate, labor shortage, income and wealth inequality - we face much of the same opposition and it hacks away at us a little at a time.

We do God’s work as long as it is day - bringing people the gospel of Jesus - so that people everywhere can raise their hands in prayer and lead decent and godly lives. And if you’re like me, I bet you’ve experienced opposition, even conflict.

What opposition have you experienced lately? Let’s get stronger together.

Sunday services at 9:00 and 10:30.

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Choir 2021-2022

Cindy Commissaris, our choir director, is looking for singers for the 2021-2022 year!

We generally practice weekly from mid-September through April. We sing about 6-8 times per year.

We’d love to have people of all singing abilities. We have good fun together, praise our Savior and Lord, and declare his name!

If you might be interested, please contact the office church@peaceotsego.org, 269-694-6104, or reach out to Cindy Commissaris.

Thank you!

A choir teaser from last Christmas ….

Team and Task Time

God has equipped us with abilities, skills, and servant’s hearts to serve our church and our community.

We are creating a time for individuals and teams to collaboratively serve the people of Peace and our city. We have no strict agenda and encourage you to bring ideas.

This time will generally

• Meet the first Tuesday of every month @ 6 pm

• Start with a light dinner and work on whatever project we decide for the month (hard stop at 8 pm)

• Bring your ideas, helping hands, and cheerful heart

Due to the holiday weekend, the first time will be held on July 13th. We’ll be organizing a bike outing as well as fall ministry, plus whatever you want to work on! Hope to see you all there!

The Lord's Supper

The Lord’s Supper is an incredible gift and experience for our mutual encouragement. I so appreciate standing before the altar, pondering God’s gift and my soul, and hearing the words as if from God himself.

We continue to offer the Lord’s Supper with pre-packaged containers as well as individual cups. We invite members of our Christian congregation and other WELS congregations to

• exit their row and come forward in the middle aisle to the front - right side first, then left

• take either wafer & wine or individually wrapped kit

• return to your seat by the side aisle and wait for instructions

• take and eat, take and drink at the pastor’s instruction

This is very similar to what our churches call “continuous flow distribution”.

I’m glad to receive this incredible gift with you and be assured of my forgiveness. I look forward to this weekend.

The apostle Paul admonishes us to recognize the body and to receive it in a worthy manner. We learn to recognize the body and to receive the Supper worthily through our basic instruction class. We invite only those who have completed it and professed faith with us or at another WELS church to eat with us.

We’re aware that some people, because of health concerns or other matters, are still staying home on Sunday. Communion remains available by appointment.

Cleaning Crew

I want to thank all who have helped. We still have 8 opportunities to help make our Lord’s house shine this year. Check out the list here (click link) or on the sign up sheet at church. Questions? Feel free to call Jane @ 269-680-9060

• Ardelle Hutchinson - moved to assisted living

• Samantha Holewa

• Cindy Commissaris - back surgery

(full prayer list)

• Christian Neighbors items for July - fruit juice and cereal

• We’d like to paint the rest of the lobby/entry area. If you are interested in painting (we have the supplies), please let pastor know.

• Pastor could use help installing conduit and cabling at the pavilion

• Is there any interest in a senior luncheon? Talk to pastor…

• We're looking for a couple of people to regularly serve at the next steps table. Check here for more.

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• Ministry Meals July 11th, 5:00 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• July 18th, 11:45 am Congregational Forum

• July Ushers: Richard Ueck and Dave Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• U.S. Religious Knowledge Survey | Pew Research Center (pewforum.org)

• Chinese Communist Party: “100 Years of Promoting Atheism” (bitterwinter.org)

• Sermons on work and vocation Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace July 2

This week’s lessons

Mark 5:34 “He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”

2 Samuel 12:11-25

Hi all!

I know we’re concerned about health. We spend thousands on it every year. We work out for hours every day. We discuss doctors, health care practices, and injuries.

We’ve long recognized the connection between faith and health. Many years ago, we started the Central African Medical Mission for just this reason. Our churches didn’t start hospitals like many other churches, but we got involved in international medical service early on.

We still believe faith and health go together. Don’t you?

Sunday services at 9:00 and 10:30. Happy 4th of July!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Congregational Forum

Even though we aren’t having a voters’ meeting in July, we’re having a congregational forum on July 18th. This will take place at 11:45 am. All are welcome to attend.

The forum is an opportunity

• to respond to proposals and initiatives

• to give public feedback on the work of the congregation (after privately sharing feedback)

• to make suggestions for future work

Please note that you are always welcome to bring feedback, thoughts, and suggestions at any time. We love being part of God’s work with you.

We’ll release more information as we get closer to the forum.

Team and Task Time

God has equipped us with abilities, skills, and servant’s hearts to serve our church and our community.

We are creating a time for individuals and teams to collaboratively serve the people of Peace and our city. We have no strict agenda and encourage you to bring ideas.

The team will generally

• Meet the first Tuesday of every month @ 6 pm

• Start with a light dinner and work on whatever project we decide for the month (hard stop at 8 pm)

• Bring your ideas, helping hands, and cheerful heart

Due to the holiday weekend, the first time will be held on July 13th. We’ll be organizing a bike outing as well as fall ministry, plus whatever you want to work on! Hope to see you all there!

Devotions Connecting Teens to Christ

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Cindy Commissaris - hip and leg pain

• Christian Neighbors items for July - fruit juice and cereal

• We’d like to paint the rest of the lobby/entry area. If you are interested in painting (we have the supplies), please let pastor know.

• Pastor could use help installing conduit and cabling at the pavilion

• Is there any interest in a senior luncheon? Talk to pastor…

• We're looking for a couple of people to regularly serve at the next steps table. Check here for more.

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• Ministry Meals July 11th, 5:00 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• July 18th, 11:45 am Congregational Forum

• July Ushers: Richard Ueck and Dave Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• Central African Medical Mission CAMM

• Christian Aid & Relief – WELS

• The new WELS hymnal Christian Worship

• Sermons on work and vocation Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace June 24

This week’s lesson: Mark 5:19 “Jesus did not let him, but said, “Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.”, also Job 38

Hi all!

Thanks for communicating with Jessica and me about the communication update. We’ve enjoyed hearing from you and are glad we got to talk.

We’ll take a moment this week at our services to welcome Paul, Lucyann, and Gabriel. We’re glad that we get to join them in following Jesus and we’ll be praying for them! They’ve been around for almost a year now, but COVID messed up our welcome. Please add them to your regular prayers.

If you got some Peace wear be sure to wear it so the rest of us can check it out! We’ve got so many options! Peace in Otsego (spreadshirt.com)

This week at worship God shows us how he manages external (natural disasters) and internal (demons, spiritual battles) so we can live our lives and do good. Look forward to worshiping with you Sunday at 9:00 or 10:30!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Prayer chain

Pastor prays for the people of Peace and the requests you make. Many members pray. We also have a prayer chain, a group of devoted who pray for specific requests.

If you have a specific prayer request you’d like people to pray about, please pass it on to pastor at 269-694-6104 or church@peaceotsego.org. You can email, text, or call.

if you’d like to join our prayer chain and pray for others, you are welcome to do so. Again, please let pastor/the office know and he’ll get you on the list!

Congregational Forum

Even though we aren’t having a voters’ meeting in July, we’re having a congregational forum on July 18th. This will take place at 11:45 am. All are welcome to attend.

The forum is an opportunity

• to respond to proposals and initiatives

• to give public feedback on the work of the congregation (after privately sharing feedback)

• to make suggestions for future work

Please note that you are always welcome to bring feedback, thoughts, and suggestions at any time. We love being part of God’s work with you.

We’ll release more information as we get closer to the forum.

Do you have a special event or celebration coming up and need space? Any space on-site except for the sanctuary can be used for non-ministerial events like graduation parties, baby showers, anniversaries, birthday parties, group gatherings, etc. We’d be glad to host your event! Please bring any requests to pastor or council for review.

To review the current facility use policy and see if your event is eligible, please click below.

• June 25th, 6 pm, 131 Youth Crew lock-in

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Jim Bartz, WELS pastor in Eau Claire, hospitalized with COVID

• Paul, Lucyann, and Gabriel

• Christian Neighbors items for June - Soup Beans: Kidney, Navy, Black,

• We’d like to paint the rest of the lobby/entry area. If you are interested in painting (we have the supplies), please let pastor know.

• Pastor could use help installing conduit and cabling at the pavilion

• Is there any interest in a senior luncheon? Talk to pastor…

• We’re looking for a volunteer to take the lead and oversee our maintenance team to keep the facility clean and running well. Maintenance coordinator – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church)

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• Ministry Meals June 29th, 5:30 pm Ministry Meals 2021

• July 18th, 11:45 am Congregational Forum

• July Ushers: Richard Ueck and Dave Grimm

  I’m studying and you could try

• Peter Gurry on the number of variants in the New Testament text The Number of Variants in the Greek New Testament: A Proposed Estimate (readcube.com)

• WELS new hymnal marriage rite cw-wedding-rite-overview.pdf (squarespace.com)

• Sermons on loving your neighbor Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace June 17

This week’s lesson: Mark 4:1-34 He also said, “This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man scatters seed on the ground. 27 Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how.”

Blessed Father’s Day to all you fathers.

Hi all!

I'm so glad the weather has turned nice. I think we've all enjoyed getting outside.

Nothing is growing! Not enough rain. Too hot! We planted our morning glory seeds (the end of our children's education for 2021) and nothing has come up.

The kingdom of God seems to be like this too. Individuals, families, groups, and denominations don't seem to grow. What's going on?

Suffering, social issues, economics, and competing ideologies all affect the kingdom.

But God’s Word will always be with you. The one. Can't wait to see you this weekend and hear it.

Peace wear - if you got some Peace wear (shop link) be sure to wear it so the rest of us can check it out!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

We’ve reached our goal and Cindy has picked up the keyboard! Thank you for your generous support and partnership. We’ll start using the keyboard in the next few weeks. We pray that this addition enriches our praise.

Ministry Meals 2021

Ministry Meals have been scheduled from June - October. Follow the link below for your meal date and more information. If you would like to change your meal date please speak with pastor.

Sound/audio plan

For a number of reasons, we’ve been working on the sound system for a while. You can find all the reasons and the steps we’ve taken in the longer explanation following the link below. We’ve decided to leave the system as it is for right now. The speakers will stay on the floor. The system will stay on a rack in the back. The organ will play from speakers in the rear and all other vocalists and instruments will come from the front. (We considered the cameras separately.) We’ve reviewed and generally agreed to an upgrade proposal from a local company that we intend to implement in the next 5 years.

• June 25th, 6 pm, 131 Youth Crew lock-in

Prayers (full prayer list)

• none at print time

• Christian Neighbors items for June - Soup Beans: Kidney, Navy, Black,

• We’d like to paint the rest of the lobby/entry area. If you are interested in painting (we have the supplies), please let pastor know.

• We’re looking for a volunteer to take the lead and oversee our maintenance team to keep the facility clean and running well. Maintenance coordinator – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church)

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• June 20th Father’s Day

• July 18th, 11:45 am Congregational Forum

  I’m studying and you could try

• What Christians Ought to Believe | Zondervan Academic

• “Be a Father of Faith” https://youtu.be/qM2zf9gHZ9I

• Sermons from Peace on “The End” Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace June 10

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Hi all!

“The school has switched over to Times New Roman. That's the best font for all the languages, including Greek and Hebrew.” “Really? Not Palatino Linotype? It looks so much better and works for all the languages.” “I'm not going to stand here arguing fonts with you.”

That was one of the strangest legitimate arguments I think I've ever experienced. We argued about the best font. I'm grateful that the other person ended the argument. But I still think I was right. 🙂

That is far from the last time I wanted to be right. The latest? Wondering if I’m on the right side of the “long arc of history”.

Jesus experienced the same conflicts. Was he crazy, or was he right? People even said he had the devil!

Jesus has help for all of us who feel crazy. See you Sunday to find out!

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Maintenance Coordinator

We’re looking for a volunteer to take the lead and oversee our maintenance team to keep the facility clean and running well. The volunteer will need:

• Flexible schedule

• Average 1-3 Hours per week

• Provide ongoing maintenance of all material onsite such as change furnace filters, replace light bulbs, etc.

• Great at communication and organization

Full position requirements in the link below. If this sounds like something you are interested in please let pastor know. Thanks to the few people who asked about the work last week.

Ministry Meals 2021

We had great success and a lot of fun with our 2018 ministry meals. I’m looking forward to our 2021 meals and all the opportunities they will provide.

We’ve scheduled the meals for the coming months. Check out your date and time at the list below!

Ministry meals are opportunities to bring everyone in the congregation together. We enjoy a meal, stories, and hopes for our gospel work together. We schedule everyone for the meals for the ease of scheduling. If you’d like to change to a different meal, just let pastor know.

Devotions for prison ministry

Devotion materials (Meditations, Grace Moments, Portals of Prayer) that are not more than a year old may be donated for WELS Prison Ministry. Please put them in the box in the far corner of the fellowship hall/family center.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Pat Greene's brother Michael - surgery

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Digital Keyboard Fundraising - We have raised $2,703 so far! Thanks for your partnership to get to our $3000 goal. For more, visit The Power of Praise: Summer Services 2021 — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

• Christian Neighbors items for June - Soup Beans: Kidney, Navy, Black,

• Many thanks to Dave and Julie for the TV donation. A big help!

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• June 14th Christianity Explored

• June 25th, 6 pm, 131 Youth Crew lock in

  I’m studying and you could try

• Biblical Principles of Congregational Management - a presentation I was part of this week

• Sermons from Peace on “Lent” Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

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Good news for Peace June 03

Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praises. James 5:13

Hi all!

What are 2 or 3 things in your life you’d like to see made right?

I find it easy to think of big problems “out there” I’d like to see made right. Hunger, water shortages, human trafficking, terrorism, and fascism.

I find it much harder to think of things in my life I’d like to see made right. It’s even harder to accept my part in the problems.

• I’d like to work on isolation, but am I willing to experience the shame and embarrassment that comes first?

• I’d like to improve my relationship with my wife, but am I willing to do the hard work of humility?

• I’d like to be appropriately assertive, but that means admitting shortcomings and knowing what I want.

The list goes on. I’d like to work on problems.

Jesus wants to make things right. Make that happen Jesus.

See you Sunday at 9 or 10:30 (outdoors!)

Blessings in Jesus!

Pastor Timmermann

Communication Update

In our weekly newsletter, we offer

• Spiritual counsel to add meaning to people's lives at this time and place

• Events to build community

• Service tasks to impact people.

We would love to reach as many people as possible through our weekly newsletter.

We’re going to work through an update process in the next few weeks. If you’ve subscribed to our weekly newsletter, we will be reaching out to you to confirm your contact information and communication preference is correct. If you have not subscribed, we’ll be inviting you to sign up.

If we can do anything for you during this process to communicate well, please contact us at church@peaceotsego.org or 269-694-6104.

Maintenance Coordinator

Peace is looking for a volunteer maintenance coordinator beginning July 1st.

As a result of the recent bylaws changes, this position is no longer a council position. There are no monthly required meetings. Regularly communicate with pastor. Attend voters’ meetings.

We’re looking for a person to take the lead in maintaining and improving the facility. A good person for this job will have some mechanical or construction experience and more importantly, the ability to work with people.

For a complete job description, click below.

Ministry Meals 2021

We had great success and a lot of fun with our 2018 ministry meals. I’m looking forward to our 2021 meals and all the opportunities they will provide.

We’ll be gathering people in the coming weeks for the meals.

For an introduction to the meals, please visit below.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• None at print time

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Digital Keyboard Fundraising - We have raised $1,952 so far! Thanks for your partnership to get to our $3000 goal. For more, visit The Power of Praise: Summer Services 2021 — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

• Christian Neighbors items for June - Soup Beans: Kidney, Navy, Black,

• Ushers for June: Tom Wright and Jerry Koenig

• We could use a TV with HDMI input for outdoor services - please let pastor know if you have one you could give us. Nothing fancy.

• The 2021 Lutheran Women’s Missionary Society convention is open for registration Virtual (lwms.org)

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• June 7th Christianity Explored

• June 25th, 6 pm, 131 Youth Crew

  I’m studying and you could try

• WELS “Let’s Go” Let’s Go – CongServe (welscongregationalservices.net)

• We mentioned this book last week at our Wednesday night study. Maybe you’re interested. The Secular Creed (thegospelcoalition.org)

• Sermons from Peace on “The Good Life” Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)
  
  
  
  

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Good news for Peace May 27

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. John 3:17

Services at 9:00 and 10:30 outdoors this week!

Hi all!

I like being right. Do you?

Admitting we’re wrong is a key practice of learning. Hopefully, we all have specific examples of things we got wrong in the last year.

• I used to think that I could lose weight through exercise. Now I realize that I need both diet and exercise.

• I used to think that I could get 20 or so tasks done per day. Now I realize that 3-8 is more likely, depending on the task and the day.

• I used to think WI beers were better than MI beers. Now I’m at least willing to consider that I was wrong :-)

What is something you got wrong?

When we pay attention to what we get wrong, we don’t just stay humble. We commit to getting it right over being right. And we keep watching for someone who will make it all right.

We might have some streaming hurdles, especially for the 10:30 service, this week. I’m working to get the infrastructure set up.

Pastor Timmermann

Student and Teacher Recognition

We were blessed to honor our students and teachers this last week. Watch and enjoy!

Fundraising for a digital keyboard

We have raised $1368 so far! Thanks for your partnership to get to our $3000 goal.

Christianity Explored

Begin praying and inviting friends to attend our next Christianity Explored class. This class is an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns for those curious about the claims of Jesus. It’s a great place to start if you’d like to make a profession of faith or be part of Peace’s congregation.

The next session starts on June 7th. More info and sign up by clicking below.

Next Steps Center

You’ll notice the entry area has a new table surrounded by a cloth. This is our new “Next Steps Center”. This area serves as a central hub. At this place, individuals can find opportunities to serve, sign up for events, and make other inquiries.

We’ll be trying to have someone at this table to make your time great. Please let us know what you think.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Scheppelman's wedding anniversary

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for May are assorted box cereal and oatmeal

• We could use a TV with HDMI input for outdoor services - please let pastor know if you have one you could give us. Nothing fancy.

• The 2021 Lutheran Women’s Missionary Society convention is open for registration Virtual (lwms.org)

• Check out who is serving and volunteer for tasks Volunteer calendar & sign up (you’ll need to log in to our church management software)

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• May 30th 10:30 am outdoor worship begins

• May 30th 11:45 am catechism

• May 31 Memorial Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• 2021 assignment lists from our seminary Assignment List | Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary (wels.net)

• Felt App - a way to send handwritten cards without the cards. Felt App – Handwritten cards for the modern world.

• What Does Paul Mean by “the Righteousness of God”? (thegospelcoalition.org)

• Sermons and study on “The End” Sermons "The End" — Peace (peaceotsego.org)
  
  

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Good news for Peace May 20

Scripture this week: In the last days, God says,

I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Acts 2:1-21, John 15:25-27

Hi all!

Every people group, every city, and every region has a unique culture.

I’ve enjoyed being part of this region and it’s culture. We’ve got a good clan culture - multiple generations of families get together to celebrate milestones. We’re frugal and generous if it is the right cause. And we’re private. Even if we like you, we probably won’t tell you :-)

I’ve learned a few others things about this area.

• We’re a little older

• We’re more likely to be divorced or widowed (the strong marriage culture is shifting)

• We’re slightly less educated

• We’ve actually got slightly smaller family sizes

• We tend to be slightly less wealthy

• We enjoy one of the lowest costs of living in the nation

What do you think is unique about people in this area?

This is one of the great things about the gospel and following Jesus. On the day of Pentecost, each person heard the gospel in their own language. “we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues”! This is Christianity! God does not need you to come to him and be like him. He will come to people, wherever they are, and make them into his people.

We’re celebrating Pentecost and the start of the Christian church this week. Services Sunday at 9 and 10:45 - last time! Can’t wait to see you!

Pastor Timmermann

P.S. Starting May 30th services are 9:00 and 10:30 with 10:30 outdoors!

Student and Teacher Recognition

We’ll recognize our students and teachers this year for their faithfulness and receiving of God’s grace. Please join me in thanking our teachers (Rachel T, Tamara H, Sarah G, Laurie B, and Macayla W) for all their hard work. Each parent attended each week so we could keep class with COVID protocols. Amazing dedication! I’m honored to be able to work with them.

Fundraising for a digital keyboard

We have raised $866 so far! Thanks for your partnership to get to our $3000 goal.

• Collect cans - donate aluminum cans and we’ll collect the proceeds!

• Buy swag - check out our new, fun line of Peace pieces. Customize to your taste! Peace in Otsego (spreadshirt.com)

• Donate - drop a check or designated cash in offering marked “keyboard” or “Power of Praise” or donate online. Be sure to change the account to “Power of Praise” Give — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a good opportunity for us to honor the men and women who have given their lives for us. As a Christian church, we don’t invest in politics; we invest in people.

We’d like to hear your stories of men and women who have given their lives. We’ll gather these stories for the next few weeks and share, with permission, brief lines from these stories on Memorial Day.

I’d love to listen to these stories. Please get ahold of me (pastor) if you’ve got a story to share or drop one in the blue box in the entry area!

Christianity Explored

Begin praying and inviting friends to attend our next Christianity Explored class. This class is an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns for those curious about the claims of Jesus. It’s a great place to start if you’d like to make a profession of faith or be part of Peace’s congregation.

The next session starts on June 7th. More info and sign up by clicking below.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Our students and teachers

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for May are assorted box cereal and oatmeal

• Pastor is looking for some candid pictures of people around the building for our website. If you have some or are willing to pose please let him know!

• Pastor and another person are installing the tech for streaming outdoor services on Saturday May 22 after 2. Love to have your help!

• Set up for outdoor services on Sunday May 23rd between services. Thanks!

• The 2021 Lutheran Women’s Missionary Society convention is open for registration Virtual (lwms.org)

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• May 23, Student and Teacher recognition

• May 30th 10:30 am outdoor worship begins

• May 31, Memorial Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• Weekly schedule for the highly effective people seven-habits-of-highly-effective-people-weekly-schedule.pdf (wordpress.com)

• 8 Magnetic Ideas for Community Outreach in Summer 2021 - Outreach Blog

• Sermons on “The Good Life” Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)
  
  

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Good news for Peace May 13

Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here I am send me!” Isaiah 6:8

Hi all!

“I don’t feel safe.” I’ve heard that plenty. I’ve probably even said it a few times.

This week we remember the message of Easter and the reality that Jesus sits on the throne. He asks for us to be safe. He may not give us the kind of safety we want right away, but it’s the safety we need.

Did you try out the Mother’s day kit? How did it work? Pastor would appreciate your feedback so we can do better next time.

Services Sunday at 9 and 10:45. Can’t wait to see you!

Pastor Timmermann

Fundraising for a digital keyboard

We have raised $570 so far! Please help us reach our $3,000 goal by:

• Collect cans - donate aluminum cans and we’ll collect the proceeds!

• Buy cupcakes - Lucyann Spencer (of Lucyann’s Custom Cakes) has graciously offered to donate all income from cupcake sales through May 14th. If you order now, she can bring them to Peace Sunday, May 16th. Lucyann's Custom Cakes (godaddysites.com) (Regularly pick up only)

• Buy swag - check out our new, fun line of Peace pieces. Customize to your taste! Peace in Otsego (spreadshirt.com)

• Donate - drop a check or designated cash in offering marked “keyboard” or “Power of Praise” or donate online. Be sure to change the account to “Power of Praise” Give — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a good opportunity for us to honor the men and women who have given their lives for us. As a Christian church, we don’t invest in politics; we invest in people.

We’d like to hear your stories of men and women who have given their lives. We’ll gather these stories for the next few weeks and share, with permission, brief lines from these stories on Memorial Day.

I’d love to listen to these stories. Please get ahold of me (pastor) if you’ve got a story to share or drop one in the blue box in the entry area!

Christianity Explored

Begin praying and inviting friends to attend our next Christianity Explored class. This class is an opportunity to discuss questions and concerns for those curious about the claims of Jesus. It’s a great place to start if you’d like to make a profession of faith or be part of Peace’s congregation.

The next session starts on June 7th. More info and sign up by clicking below.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Judy Bolenbaugh

• Larry Nitz

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for May are assorted box cereal and oatmeal

• Pastor is looking for some candid pictures of people around the building for our website. If you have some or are willing to pose please let him know!

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• May 23, Student and Teacher recognition

• May 30th 10:30 am Outdoor Worship begins

• May 31, Memorial Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• Sermons and studies on the “Unbelievable” nature of the Christian message Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

• Religion on Trial – Grace Evangelical Society (faithalone.org)
  
  

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Good news for Peace May 6

For your ways are in full view of the Lord, and he examines all your paths. Proverbs 5:21

Hi all!

I’ve enjoyed these small steps we’ve been taking after our Lord. This week I’m thinking about “what conversations has God given me with people on their way to becoming Christians?” I’ve enjoyed hearing a few of you who have had those kinds of conversations.

I’d like to share the teaching we’ve heard the last few weeks. You can find those messages at Sermons — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

This week, I’m ready to lead us in honoring dear women. Whether you’ve got sorrow or joy this Sunday, we’re ready to honor these dear women.

We’ve been pretty full lately at 9 am. I’d love to see a few of you at 10:45.

We’ll also start raising funds for our new digital keyboard this week. I’ll be getting us started.

See you Sunday!

Pastor Timmermann

Mother’s Day

We’ll honor our dear women at both 9 and 10:45 services this week. Feel free to pick up a kit after services.

Work Day

We’re cleaning and fixing up the facility this Saturday at 9:00 am. I won’t be doing it all myself. I’m glad to work with you!

May Work Day – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church)

Power of Praise: Summer services 2021

Two services each week

• 9:00 am indoors

• 10:30 am outdoors

Fundraising for a digital keyboard

We’re raising $3,000 for a new digital keyboard.

• Collect cans - donate aluminum cans and we’ll collect the proceeds!

• Buy cupcakes - Lucyann Spencer (of Lucyann’s Custom Cakes) has graciously offered to donate all income from cupcake sales through May 14th. If you order now, she can bring them to Peace Sunday, May 9th or 16th. Lucyann's Custom Cakes (godaddysites.com) (Regularly pick up only)

• Buy swag - check out our new, fun line of Peace pieces. Customize to your taste! Peace in Otsego (spreadshirt.com)

• Donate - drop a check or designated cash in offering marked “keyboard” or “Power of Praise” or donate online. Be sure to change the account to “Power of Praise” Give — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Judy Bolenbaugh and family - passing of son PJ

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for May are assorted box cereal and oatmeal

• Pastor is looking for some candid pictures of people around the building for our website. If you have some or are willing to pose please let him know!

• Pastor could use some help installing some cabling and a network device at the pavilion for this year’s summer services. Please let him know if you can help.

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• May 8th, 9:00 am Work Day

• May 9th, Mother’s Day

• May 23, Student and Teacher recognition

• May 31, Memorial Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• Ken Reeves, The Whole Church The Whole Church by The Rev. Ken Reeves: Congregational Leadership Guided by Systems Theory

• “Revelation” - a study I’m doing lately with a group of adults. Let me know if you want a copy of the materials! https://online.nph.net/the-book-of-revelation-christ-light.html

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Good news for Peace April 29

What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived - the things God has prepared for him. 1 Corinthians 2:9

Hi all!

What good have you been up to this week? I found it amazing that God asked us what we could be up to, and almost immediately opportunities presented themselves. Was that the case for you?

If you missed the message last week, check it out here.

Small Steps: What good can we do around here? — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

We’ve got one more small step to take as we follow Jesus. I hope you’ll join me this week as we see where God is at work among people who have questions, wonder, and seek his powerful presence in their lives.

I’m also looking forward to our new worship plan. We’re a few weeks out, so take this time to share with your friends.

We’re about 80% full at 9 am and 30% at 10:45. See you then!

Pastor Timmermann

Power of Praise: Summer services 2021

Beginning Sunday, May 30th, we’ll have the following summer 2021 worship life together and we’re raising funds for a new digital keyboard to offer live music!

We hope offering two services means everyone, including friends and neighbors, has plenty of chances to enjoy the gospel.

Two services each week

• 9:00 am indoors

• 10:30 am outdoors

Service notes

Both services will be the same as far as content and we’ll work for live music in both services.

Communion will be offered the 2nd and 4th services of the month. We’ll participate by continuous distribution and eat together in our seats.

We will try to live stream both services.

Fundraising for a digital keyboard

We’re raising $3,000 for a new digital keyboard. This keyboard will be used for live music for outdoor worship as well as provide needed support for worship indoors.

April Youth Crew

Many thanks to Kart W, Jeanne M, Shelly W, Hannah K, and Team T for awesome help with our Youth Crew event.

Registration for Michigan Lutheran Seminary summer camp is now open. For more information on dates, times, and prices, visit: Michigan Lutheran Seminary (mlsem.org)

Mother’s Day 2021

Mothering is a concept filled with profound complications, but it is still beautiful - and worth honoring.

I look forward to consoling hurting mothers, celebrating serving mothers, and honoring dear women with you on Sunday May 9th.

Cleaning process update

We'd love to see everyone put some of their own physical time into the ministry of Peace, just as we all put our heart and our gifts into it.

One easy way to put our physical time into ministry is to keep the facility clean.

We have decided to update our cleaning practice. We're continuing to pay a service to clean the facility 2 times per month.

We're asking volunteers to clean just the entry area and bathrooms 2 times per month. We'll need to ...

• take out trash

• vacuum

• clean toilets

• clean sinks

• replace toilet paper and towels

• take out recycling

Please consider taking either the 1st or 3rd weekend of the month. You can find a signup sheet on the bulletin board at church.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Jim Walkley - recovery after a brief hospital visit

• John Ward - at home trying to recover after burns and many medical complications

• Students graduating from elementary, middle school, high school, and college

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for April are peanut butter and jelly

• Ushers for May are Terry Brower and Dave Levett

• Pastor could use some help installing some cabling and a network device at the pavilion for this year’s summer services. Please let him know if you can help.

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• May 8th, 9:00 am Work Day May Work Day – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church)

• May 9th, Mother’s Day

• May 23, Student and Teacher recognition

• May 31, Memorial Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• The Cost of the Decline of Mainline Protestantism - Podcast #32 - The Masculinist

• Generation to Generation: Family Process in Church and Synagogue (The Guilford Family Therapy Series): 9781609182366: Medicine & Health Science Books @ Amazon.com

• “CS Lewis: The Most Reluctant Convert” (142) C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert (2017) | Full Movie | Ken Denison | Max McLean - YouTube

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Good news for Peace April 22

In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. Romans 8:37

Hi all!

What was Jesus saying to you in his Word this week? He has risen from the dead and made the greatest story the world has ever known come alive. It’s the only story that says no matter who you are or what you’ve done, the only way to stay in the story is repentance and forgiveness. Click below to check out last week’s message (and the one the week before too!)

Small Steps: What is Jesus saying to me in the Word? — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

Small Steps: What is God saying to me and what am I going to do about it? — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

To keep taking these small steps requires a specific commitment: a commitment to do good in the world, whatever it costs. Jesus puts it this way this week “The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”

What good can you and I do in the world?

Love to see you Sunday at 9:00 or 10:45!

Pastor Timmermann

We want to listen to the questions and concerns our friends and family have about the gospel of Jesus. Christianity Explored is an opportunity to discuss those questions. 

This class is especially for those curious about the claims of Jesus. Christians are encouraged to bring friends and neighbors. 

This is also the place to begin if you’d like to make a profession of faith and be part of Peace’s congregation.

Begin praying for and inviting your family and friends to attend.

The next session starts on June 7th. More info and sign up by clicking below.

Middle school and high school students are invited to great discipleship, study, and fun! We’re meeting for some Wacky Olympics April 25th @ 4: 30pm.

If you are available to help please contact pastor.

Registration for Michigan Lutheran Seminary summer camp is now open. Fore more information on dates, times, and prices, visit Michigan Lutheran Seminary (mlsem.org)

Mother’s Day 2021

Mothering is a concept filled with profound complications, but it is still beautiful - and worth honoring.

I look forward to consoling hurting mothers, celebrating serving mothers, and honoring dear women with you on Sunday May 9th.

I don’t want to just honor these dear women at the service. We’re preparing a small kit that you can use at home to honor your dear women.

Please invite family and friends to join us in honoring these dear women on May 9th.

Let pastor know if you’re willing to help prep our Mother’s Day kits.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Hannah Skinner - surgery went well

• John, Sharon Ward’s brother - burns

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for April are peanut butter and jelly

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• April 25th, 4:30 pm 131 Youth Crew

• May 8th, 9:00 am Work Day May Work Day – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church)

• May 9th, Mother’s Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• New Testament Manuscripts and Why They’re Important (logos.com)

• He is risen – FORWARD IN CHRIST

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Good news for Peace April 15

In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. Proverbs 16:9

Hi all!

In Easter, God has shown up in the world and done a new thing. It is impossible to overstate the magnificence of the resurrection. No one else can claim to have opened a door to eternity and let in the light.

If you missed this good news on 4/11, please check it out

Small Steps: What is God saying to me and what am I going to do about it? — Peace (peaceotsego.org)

If you want to hear more clearly what he says, turn to his Word. That’s what we’re doing this Sunday, April 18th. It’s the greatest story ever told.

Let’s take these small steps together forward!

Love to see you Sunday at 9:00 or 10:45!

Pastor Timmermann

All middle school and high school students are invited to our upcoming event, “Wacky Olympics”. We’ll have a good discipleship study and have fun with students from area congregations.

Pastor is looking for a crew of people to help put on this event. If you’re willing to help, please contact the office 269-694-6140. Thanks!

We want to listen to the questions and concerns our friends and family have about the gospel of Jesus. Explore Christianity is an opportunity to discuss those questions. 

This class is reserved for those curious about the claims of Jesus. Christians are encouraged to bring those who might be curious or skeptical. Begin praying for and inviting your family and friends to attend.

The next session starts on June 7th.

Please talk to the pastor if you would like to help get this class ready.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Hannah Skinner, Jim Walkley - surgery

• Jim Keith - low oxygen

• Addison Sylvester - confirmation

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for April are peanut butter and jelly

  Upcoming events (full calendar)

• April 18th 10:45 a confirmation

• April 25th, 4:30 pm 131 Youth Crew

• May 8th, 9:00 am Work Day May Work Day – Peace Lutheran Church (peaceotsego.church)

  I’m studying and you could try

• Can a scientist believe in the resurrection? Three hypotheses. - The Veritas Forum - The Veritas Forum

• The Best Rolling Stone Tomb in Israel — Khirbet Midras | HolyLandPhotos' Blog (wordpress.com)

• What do you measure? | PLI | Christian Leadership Training (plileadership.org)

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Good news for Peace April 8

From the Lord comes deliverance. May your blessings be on your people. Psalm 3:8

Hi all!

Thanks for the wonderful Easter celebration. I’m grateful we were able to praise the Lord and take the good news of Jesus’ victory to heart.

Let’s grab on to that excitement and keep moving forward in the gospel.

Join me to take some Small Steps forward in the coming weeks.

We’ve got clear teachings that are the main ideas of Christianity: God, creation, humans, Jesus, salvation, the means of grace, and the end of all things.

We’ve got simple morals: don’t steal, don’t murder, don’t commit adultery, don’t lie, and honor those in authority.

We’ve got helpful spiritual practices: resist temptation, pray, commune, and suffer.

These are the big truths of the Christian life.

Sometimes the easiest way forward is small steps. The big truths can be more than we can apply on a daily basis.

• How did we see God at work this week - bringing peace and wellness?

• What has God been teaching us in his Word this week?

• What good can we do around here - are we people of peace and gentleness?

Let’s take these small steps together forward!

Love to see you Sunday at 9:00 or 10:45!

Pastor Timmermann

Have some hope with Easter “hands of hope” cupcakes

Easter Thank you

Many thanks to all the people who helped us have a wonderful celebration of Jesus’ victory over sin and death.

Thank you to our musicians - Cindy C, Kaitlyn N, Sharon W, and Charlie K

Thank you to our tech team - Charlie K, Clara T, and Lillian T

Thank you to those who donated food and candy. We had so much! Appreciate your generosity.

Thanks to our food and breakfast team - Frieda W, Ann K, Cindy H, Carlene K

Spring Work Day

Please come help clean up the building and grounds for spring at Peace!

Spring workday will be May 8th at 9:00 am.

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality

Are you spiritually healthy if you’re bitter? Or what if you’re constantly angry? Or lonely? Our emotions can both help and hurt our spiritual relationship with God.

Beginning April 7th at 6:30, all our study groups will take a look at Emotionally Healthy Spirituality (i.e. Wednesday on site at 6:30 pm, Thursday online at 8:00 pm, and Sunday at 8:00 am).

If you’d like to be both emotionally and spiritually more satisfied, content, and secure, this is a great course. I’d love to enjoy it with you.

You can take a quick assessment of your emotional health.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• The Rimson Family

• The Rounds Family

• Lyndsay Hatten’s mother in law hospitalized with COVID

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for April are peanut butter and jelly

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• April 18th 10:45 a confirmation

• April 25th 4:30 pm 131 Youth Crew

• May 8th 9:00 am Work Day

  I’m studying and you could try

• China Is Detaining Christians In Secret Facilities Forcing Them To Renounce Their Faith Or Be Tortured: Report | The Daily Wire

• Religion is a driving force behind the gender wage gap, study finds (psypost.org)

• EHD Book / Discipleship / v2 | Emotionally Healthy Discipleship

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Good news for Peace March 25

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

Dear friend,

Everybody worships something.

Everyone says something or someone is worth a lot to them. They esteem and highly regard that person.

Who or what do you worship? Let’s work on that this weekend as we raise our palms in praise.

God be with you until services at 9:00 or 10:45.

Be sure to join our palm processional before each service!

Pastor Timmermann

We’ll have a light Easter breakfast between services Sunday April 4th.

We’re providing a pre-served meal that you can eat in or outdoors as you feel comfortable.

Food will be handheld so you can enjoy the egg hunt and fellowship.

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality

Are you spiritually healthy if you’re bitter? Or what if you’re constantly angry? Or lonely? Our emotions can both help and hurt our spiritual relationship with God.

Beginning April 7th at 6:30, all our study groups will take a look at Emotionally Healthy Spirituality (i.e. Wednesday on site at 6:30 pm, Thursday online at 8:00 pm, and Sunday at 8:00 am).

If you’d like to be both emotionally and spiritually more satisfied, content, and secure, this is a great course. I’d love to enjoy it with you.

You can take a quick assessment of your emotional health.

Prayers (full prayer list)

• Pat Greene home after rehab

• Rick Moll treatment going well

Other notes (more ministry items)

• Christian Neighbors items for March are boxed potatoes and rice sides

• Peace is looking for a volunteer maintenance coordinator beginning July 1st

Upcoming events (full calendar)

• March 28th Palm Sunday

• April 1st, 6:30 pm Maundy Thursday worship

• April 2nd, 6:30 pm Good Friday worship

• April 4th, 9:00 and 10:45 am Easter worship

• April 4th 10:20 Easter egg hunt

  I’m studying and you could try

• New Dead Sea Scroll fragments, world's oldest basket found in the desert cave - The Jerusalem Post (jpost.com)

• 1 Simple Solution for Reaching People | PLI | Christian Leadership Training (plileadership.org)

• New missionary family to Ecuador https://wels.net/behmer-missionary-family-landing-report/

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