May 2020

Newsletter

Volume 26 Issue 5

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,

A warm May greeting to you and your family! Thank you for your support through prayers, your time, and financial resources during this last month and a half with the stay at home orders. I pray that you and your family are staying safe and finding ways to connect with others, even in the midst of this uncertain time. There are many things that I’m not sure about: when we can gather again in per-son for Worship, when we can have other church related activities in person, when we can go and visit people without the barrier of a window, screen door or the like.

Yet, I am certain, that God in Christ walks with us, even right now! The last Sun-day in May will be the celebration of Pentecost, when over 2,000 years ago, God gathered people from every nation in the known world and gave them the power to communicate with one another about the might deeds of God in their lives. The story in Acts 2, reminds us that God’s Holy Spirit is at work in ways that we might expect, but also in ways that surprise and confound us. The hymn, “God of Grace and God of Glory”, entered my thoughts, to me, a sign of God’s Holy Spirit at work. The first verse begins,

God of grace and God of glory, on your people pour your pow’r; crown your ancient church’s story; bring its bud to glorious flow’r.

After Jesus resurrection, the disciples, Jesus’ closest followers, are locked in a room because of fear. Their leader, teacher and Savior had been publicly cruci-fied and it had been three days! Jesus enters the room and says Peace be with you and then breathes on them! Eeeeeeew, gross! Some translations say breathe into them, reminding of the creation story when God breathed life into Adam and Eve (Genesis 2:7). On the one hand it might be gross to think of someone breath-ing on you! Yet this breath, the presence of God’s Holy Spirit, was a sign that Jesus was alive and through his breath, the disciples received life in Christ’s name, renewing and expanding God’s life giving presence to them and in them. It was a sort of pouring into them the very power and presence of God.

God continues to grant us His grace and glory, granting us glimpses of the Spirit of Christ, Jesus’ love, hope, and compassion in our lives, even in these days!

New life is springing up around us, more so in my neighbor’s yard, with their beau-tiful blooms and bushes, buds opening up to reveal their flowers! Only a few weeks ago, they still looked dormant. But now the flowers are starting to bloom, continuing to reveal their beauty.

God in Christ continues to do the same through us. Continues to walk alongside you, working and filling you with Christ’s presence, faith, hope, and love. As the hymn continues,

Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, for the facing of this hour, for the facing of this hour.

There is so much uncertainty and so many things that we can’t control. And guess what, it’s okay to feel like that, our experience of the stress, strain, and worry during this time is normal. And God continues to intercede and meet us right where we are. We can offer our concerns and we can also pray that God grants us wisdom, courage, patience, persistence and strength as we venture for-ward in these days. God’s Holy Spirit is with and among us, even from a distance. I am grateful for you as we walk together as the people of Prince of Peace, cling-ing to the promises of Christ working in and through us, breathing and pouring life into us each day.

Christ’s peace, Pastor Joel

From Pastor Joel Skindlov

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

publishes a monthly newsletter for members, friends and churches in the area. News articles, address changes, questions or comments should be

addressed to:

Newsletter Editor Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

8441 N. Indian Trail Road

Spokane, WA 99208

Phone: (509) 465-0779

Website: www.popspokane.org

Email: officemanager@popspokane.org

Pastor: Pastor Joel Skindlov Office Manager: Ami Elliott Music Director: Janet Robel Custodian: Mark Smith Preschool Directors: Sue Cole & Stephanie Perreiah

OFFICE HOURS

Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Closed on Fridays starting in May)

SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Traditional Service – 9:00 am Fellowship/Sunday School – 10:15 am (Contemporary Service 3rd Sunday of the month ) Worship currently streamed.

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TBD if meeting will happen because of Covid-19

Saturday, May 16th

POP Fellowship Hall — 7am—Start cooking

8am—Discussion begins

We will discuss

Acts—Chapters 19 & 20

Greetings to all of you at Prince of Peace. Hopefully all of you are doing well during these unprecedented times. Historic times might be a better way of stating it. Not many of us can say that we have been through a pandemic, let alone the possibility of recession or worse depression in the months ahead. Our leaders locally and in Washington need our Prayers more than ever in the days ahead. We at Prince of Peace our doing well. Pastor Joel has done an excellent job bringing worship into our homes. Others have stepped up mowing the yard and in yard maintenance. Ami has been in the office every day. Good things are happening at Prince of Peace during this crisis. Perhaps by next month we will be able to meet again as a family. Yes, this has been a challenging time. Let us not forget that while most of us have been staying at home there are those who have had to be out there every day to serve the rest of us. A special thanks to those health care professionals, first responders, grocery clerks, transportation employees and many others. Next time you see one say thank you if you haven’t already done so.

Yours in Christ

Curtis

From The President

Starting this month the church office hours will be Monday–Thursday 9 am—3 pm. The office will not be open on Fridays.

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STEWARDSHIP

My Stewardship Story Growing up in church I knew dad served on council, mom worked in the kitch-en, and both made me get up as a teenager to attend Sunday services after my Saturday night outings with friends. It wasn't until my late thirties, when I joined Prince of Peace, that I developed a curiosity about what stew-ardship really meant. So, I decided to become a council member. I wanted to understand the inner workings of the church. As I sat through my first few months of council meetings, I experienced an epiphany. WE are the light bill, the phone bill, the heating bill, salaries, and the toilet paper suppliers (OK, I just had to throw that in with the current state of affairs). While I always knew people in the church took care of the lawn, and provided fellowship, mu-sic, maintenance, and Christian education, I never realized WE are the fi-nances of the church as well. Of course, my parents always gave my siblings and me our dollar bills each Sunday for the offering, but I never fully under-stood what purpose giving money served. I just knew we gave money. As my stewardship has ebbed and flowed these many years at Prince of Peace (I have been on council, committees, and even had another epiphany one Sunday as I helped in the kitchen that I was now my mom!), my financial giving has remained steadfast. While stewardship means time, talents, and tithing, my journey's lesson has been that without the finances, a church weakens. Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 8:12, Whatever you give is acceptable if you give it ea-gerly. Tithing is the hardy meat and potatoes of stewardship while our time and talents are the sweetness of dessert. Let us all sit at the table and en-joy a complete meal served with gladness.

In Christ,

Debra Trujillo-Gilbert

Dear Members of Prince of Peace,

We want to Thank You for your continued support for Prince of Peace during this Pan-demic. The Church and our Pastor does continue to operate and serve you. Even if we are not there physically the Church is still functioning. Please continue to make your donations whether by mail or on-line. You can do it on-line by accessing the Churches web site, http://popspokane.org and going to “Donate”.

If you are receiving the Government stimulus payment, please consider donating a por-tion to Prince of Peace. It will help us to continue to operate and pay our ongoing

expenses.

Yours In Christ

Stewardship Committee

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May Meetings suspended because of COVID-19

Bible Study: Baby Quilters:

Charity Quilters:

Edith Zimbelman

Caritas Monthly Report March 2020

Caritas Outreach Ministries Served 735 individuals from 299households: Children (0-18) 225 Adults (18-54) 322

Seniors (55 & over) 188 We distributed 17,189 lbs. of food through the Table of Plenty and Food Pantry.

We had 59 volunteers put in 646 hours of service. We helped families with $118 in emergency utility assistance.

We connected households with $1,334 worth of hygiene and cleaning supplies. We gave out $10 in fuel vouchers for transportation assistance.

The updated monthly report for Caritas doesn’t arrive until after the Newsletter is sent out, but April’s numbers will be staggering. Please keep Caritas in your prayers.

At this time monetary donations are recommended. Donations can be mailed to

Caritas, 1612 W. Dalke Ave., Spokane, WA 99205 or made online at www.facebook.com/CaritasOutreachMinistries with PayPal.

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Bible Readings for the Month

Sunday, May 17

1st Reading: Acts 17:22-31

Psalm: 66:8-20

2nd Reading: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Gospel: John 14:15-21

Sunday, May 24

1st Reading: Acts 1:6-14

Psalm: 68:1-10,32-35

2nd Reading: 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11

Gospel: John 17:1-11

Sunday, May 3

1st Reading: Acts 2:42-47

Psalm: 23

2nd Reading: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Gospel: John 10:1-10

Sunday, May 10

1st Reading: Acts 7:55-60

Psalm: 31:1-5,15-16

2nd Reading: 1 Peter 2:2-10

Gospel: John 14:1-14

Accessing Facebook for Worship Services

On the computer search window go to facebook.com

If you have an account and remember your password, log in. If you have forgotten your password you will have to click on “forgot account?” and they will send you an email or text with a link to reset the password.

If you don’t have an account, you can set one up in the sign up area. It can be made using your cell phone number or email. Email is easier to access for most people.

Once you have a Facebook account, on the day and time of the Worship Service to be streamed log in and go to the “Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Spokane” Facebook page. You will look for this page using the magnifying glass symbol at the top of the page by entering “Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Spokane” in the search window. The page has a picture of the church building. Do all this at least a couple minutes before the worship service should begin. Once you have found the page click on “Home” on the left side of the screen. You might have to click on “Home” a couple times to refresh the screen if the video doesn’t start at the stated time. Make sure your volume is turned up on your computer or device before the service begins.

Past videos can be accessed on the Facebook page when you click on “Videos” on the left hand side below “Home”.

Altar Flowers

Some members who have signed up to provide altar flowers have used Cheryl Crowley at the Five Mile Rosauers, Floral Department 328-1260.They were pleased with the bouquets that she made for them. She will work with the price you set. If you take your own vase or one from the church pantry you will save money. She makes the arrangement and you pick up and deliver to church.

Sunday, May 31

1st Reading: Numbers 11:24-30

Psalm: 104:24-34, 35b

2nd Reading: Acts 2:1-21

Gospel: John 20:19-23

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Church Chuckle (The following appeared in church bulletins or

were announced at church services)

Low Self-Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7pm. Please use the back door.

Prince of Peace Yard Sale We will hold a yard sale in the church parking lot on June 13th. Please save up items to donate. Great time to clean out garages and storage areas. Items formerly saved for

Granny’s Attic will be sold here. More information about dropping off donations to follow.

Rebecca Hendrickson

Save the Dates Mark your calendars now!

Lefse preparation will take place on Thursday, October 8th and

Friday, October 9th.

Spring Clean Up

An organized clean up is not scheduled, however Congregation members have been working individually on separate areas of the church grounds. Please bring your

own tools and lawn bags if this is of interest to you.

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Save the Date

Young Life’s Annual Half-Fest Fundraiser

Postponed until July or August!

Shriner’s Event Center

Live music by Stagecoach West

Community Events

22nd Anniversary

8 Lakes Leg Aches

“A Scenic ride with a Touch of the Burn”

Saturday June 20, 2020

(Back up date of 7/18/2020)

All proceeds from this event benefit vital pro-grams for children and families.

Register at

Lcsnw.org/8-lakes-bike-ride

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