Today in Worship • “Faith That Speaks Life” • Genesis 32:22–30; Psalm 121; 2 Timothy 3:14–4:5; Luke 18:1–8 • There are so many voices in our world, so many platforms for people to share what they think ( “share your truth,” people say). How does one cut through the noise? What words are true, life giving, enduring and eternal? Our faithful God has given us words of life, powerful and true—”God breathed,” in fact. His Word is powerful because it connect us with Jesus and creates faith in Him, the One who has been called the “Word that became flesh and dwelt among us” (John 1:14). Jesus’ words are powerful. He speaks and sin, guilt, and shame are cancelled. His word gives power for us to live as the people of God. How is God speaking to you through His word today? How is He equipping you to speak life into others?
About our Sermon Series: Great Is Thy Faithfulness: Our faithful God is the One who has shown His faithfulness in every circumstance: His mercies are new every morning. He keeps every promise. He has been faithful to give His Son, Jesus, for the life of the world. And He has granted us faith to trust and rely on Jesus—pouring into us a faith that responds to His faithfulness and lives to make a difference in this world through the power of Jesus’ love.
Today is LWML Sunday • We celebrate the ways God uses the women of the LWML to further Christ’s mission. Read more here.
Bible Classes
Adult Sunday Morning Bible Class at 10:00 am • The class is led by Jim Essig. We are looking at the Gospel of Luke. Classes are in the Music Room during our 10:00 am Education Hour, between the 9 am & 11 am worship services.
SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR AGE 4 – GRADE 5: Foundations of Faith • Kids will make crafts, play games, and learn the basic truths about God using both Old Testament and New Testament stories. Kids will walk away from each class with a new “God is…” statement (i.e. “God is powerful” or “God is kind”). Sunday School meets upstairs in the Family Life Center classrooms from 10:00-10:45 on Sunday mornings.
“Kid Video” every week: Did you know that DCE Eric Gerken produces a weekly kid video that ties into the Foundations of Faith lesson? Great for kids, families, and adults. The video is posted weekly to our Facebook and YouTube channels. (Tip: start a faith-conversation with your kids or grandkids using that video as a starting place.)
YOUTH SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS (6th-12th) • “Word One Bible Studies” – a mixture of discussion and experiential learning – come check it out – in the far, upstairs classroom in the Family Life Center from 10:00am-10:45am.
Mid-week Bible Class for Adults • Wednesday Mornings 9:30am – 10:30am in the Board Room. Our topic is looking at Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday’s theme. Led by Pastor Ken.
Nursery Ministry – position open • We are in the process of looking for a new Nursery Attendant for Sunday morning. (We regret that we will not be offering Sunday morning nursery until we have a qualified staff person attending to it.) If you are interested in this position or know someone who might be interested in serving our children and families in this way, please let Eric Gerken know. eric.gerken@poporlando.com | 402-620-5877
LWML Peanut Sale – Order Today, through November 6 • The ladies of LWML are taking orders online or in person! Orders can be placed in-person on Sunday morning between worship services or you can print the form by going to the link provided below to place an order during the week. If you have any questions, contact Kathy McCartin at kathymccartin@gmail.com. | https://poporlando.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2022revPeanutorderform.pdf
Lunch & “Jeoparty” – Thursday, October 20 at 11:30 am • This month Jim Essig is hosting a Lunch & “Jeoparty,” in the Family Life Center. The winning table will receive prizes. Please RSVP to Jim by phone, text, or email at (407)446-7147 or jim.essig@poporlando.com, by 12 Noon on Monday, October 17. We hope that you can join us!
Trunk or Treat – Volunteers Needed! Sunday, October 30 at 4pm • We are having our Annual Trunk or Treat in person event for kids and families from our church, preschool and our neighbors! We are seeking candy donations and volunteers to decorate trunks. If you can help with either or both, please sign up online. You can leave candy donations on Sunday in the narthex or FLC, or during the week at the church office. https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/trunkortreat21
Lutheran Haven’s Fall Flea Market – October 22 at 8am-2pm • There is going to be a fall flea market Located at the Lutheran Haven (2041 W. State Rd 426 Oviedo 32765) selling clothes, appliances, artwork, collectibles, etc. Food and Drinks. Stop on by if you’re interested!
Raise Right – Formerly Known as Scrip • In the next several weeks PoP Youth will be rolling out a rebranded version of the Scrip Gift Program, now known as Raise Right. You can purchase gift cards to businesses you already use without buying them at church or the store! This program works with hundreds of your favorite stores, restaurants, gas stations and more! This will be an excellent way to provide ongoing funding for the faith education of our students. DCE Eric Gerken will be providing more information soon how to download the RasieRight app, purchasing gift cards and designating the funds for PoP Youth.
Our Sunday School for Children is always ready to welcome new children! • Sunday School is an amazing opportunity for a child in your sphere of influence to learn about God in a safe place in a developmentally appropriate way. Contact Eric Gerken or register at https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/childregistration.
PoP Preschool • Do you know someone who might be looking for an amazing preschool for their child? While our infant and 1y/o classes are full, we still have limited openings for 2y/o through VPK. Call (407) 275-6703 to learn more!
Altar Flowers • If you wish to sponsor Altar Flowers at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in celebration of a special occasion or in memory of a loved one, please fill out a form online or contact our church office. https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/flowers
Fruits of Faith
Worship Attendance: October 9
9:00 Traditional: 109 | 11:00 Contemporary: 39 | 11:00 Spanish: 86 | TOTAL: 234
Giving: Thank you for your faithful engagement in our ministry through your gifts and offerings.
September 25 offerings: $23,575
October 2 offerings $9,130
October 9 offerings $10,215
needed each week: $11,202
PRAYERS
New Life: We thank God for the new life being given to O’Marley Abasi Ritter, Jr., son of O’Marley Ritter & Amy May, as he is brought into God’s family through Holy Baptism this morning.
Hospitalized: Chuck Boogher
Prayers of Comfort: A reminder that we will have a celebration of life for Carlene Lemcke this Saturday, 10/22, at 3pm. You can read Carlene’s obituary here.
Healing and Strength: Dave & Mary Ann Ault, Rebecca Brooks, Delores B, Michael B, Donna C, Karin Collins (friend of Nina Cavalli-Rojas), Danny Conlin, Gail Eaton, Judy & Jim Finnie, Ginny Fussell, Rev. Dennis Glander, Bob Hahn, Merle Kroeplin, Nitza Rohena, Nancy Schloemer, Cindy Sibley, Meridith Swanson (back), Sonia Tellez, Cricket Winters, Leon W, Linda Zamsky
Receiving Treatments: Barbara Browne, Rev. Amy Bradley, Sarah vB, Jan Fry, Kent Jespersen, Dorothy R, Rev. Brian Roberts, Elena Santana, Marleen S, Cathy Smith, Jeff S, Joni S, Janet V, Debbie W, Dayton Whites, Brenda Williams
Continued Care: Kelly DeFrietas, Eleanor Eaton, Colleen E, Linda House, Minnie Hutchinson, Linda Jackson, Bill Jordan, Joan K, Mary K.M, Joyce Miller, Todd O, Annette Royal, Betty Schnell, Caitlyn Thoms, Michael, Noel, & Roger V, Harry Wahl, Gloria White
Special: Lord God, You are faithful to give us Your word of life, connecting us with Jesus and the power of Your Spirit. Let us drink deeply of Your word so it would be living and active in us, not only to create faith, but also so we would be faithful in carrying out Your work and doing Your will, bringing life in Jesus’ name to others. • We thank God for the mission heart of the LWML, for the ways these women serve God and support Jesus’ mission. • We pray for our Preschool, asking that Your love and Your world would make an eternal difference in the lives of those we serve. • We continue to pray for recovery efforts for Hurricane Ian. • We ask the Lord to be with President Biden, members of Congress, and the Supreme Court, as well as all state and local leaders. • We pray for those who serve our nation in the armed services. We also ask the Lord to watch over and keep our first responders safe.