Monthly Archives: December 2008

The Birth of Jesus Enables us to Become Citizens of Heaven

Posted on December 15, 2008 by admin

I’ve been reading some classic sermons as a part of my Advent devotions. This quote is from a sermon Martin Luther preached on the first chapters of John. In this sermon Luther comments on the significance of the Incarnation by … Continue reading →

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Memory Eternal – Marie Puntney

Posted on December 14, 2008 by admin

Remember, O Lord, the soul of Thy departed servant. Give, O Lord, to Thy servant, Marie, eternal rest, and memory eternal! Our sister in Christ, Marie Puntney, the mother of Francis Puntney, passed into her eternal reward on Friday, Dec. … Continue reading →

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Mary Teaches Us to Love and Praise God for Himself Alone

Posted on December 13, 2008 by admin

Luke 1:46-48 Mary, therefore, calls God her Savior, or her Salvation, even though she neither saw nor felt that this was so, but trusted in sure confidence that He was her Savior and her Salvation. This faith came to her … Continue reading →

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The Pastor Recommends – Great Books Published in 2008 that I Wish the People of Peace Would Read.

Posted on December 11, 2008 by admin

Please consider reading the following short list of books that were published in 2008. I believe that they would help you grow in worship, faith, and service. If you want to see my copy of any of these books simply … Continue reading →

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What is Christmas Really About?

Posted on December 9, 2008 by admin

This 10 minute video was made by St. Helen’s Bishopsgate, an Anglican congregation in London. That’s Christmas! from andy pearce on Vimeo.

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The Beauty and Glory of Jesus Christ Lead us to Humility

Posted on December 9, 2008 by admin

I’ve been reading an interesting book entitled Unpacking Forgiveness by Chris Brauns and I was struck by his insights on how our perspective on life can change when Christ is the focus of our attention. After a discussion of Matthew … Continue reading →

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Update from Steve Fladwood

Posted on December 8, 2008 by admin

  Steve Fladwood sent us these pictures of Chennai India where he is currently working. This is monsoon season in Chennai and there are no storm sewers in the city so when it rains the city just floods.

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People of Peace Serve at TLC

Posted on December 8, 2008 by admin

We were honored to do God’s will  by serving food to 17 women and children at the Transitional Living Center (homeless shelter) this Saturday, December 5th. Many thanks to the people who donated all the food and money!

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No Tuesday Bible Study on December 9th

Posted on December 8, 2008 by admin

Bad weather .. please stay home

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Come and Hear Sacred Music for Advent and Christmas by the Schoettler Saxophone Ensemble

Posted on December 5, 2008 by admin

The Schoettler Saxophone Ensemble is directed by Brian Schoettler and comprised of members of St. Mary’s Lutheran Church in Kenosha, WI. Formed in 2006, the ensemble continues to expand its repertoire and perform throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Their first CD, Rejoice! … Continue reading →

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Help Needed for Decorating the Church This Saturday

Posted on December 4, 2008 by admin

We need  your help on Saturday morning for decorating church. We’ll start around 9:00 and hope to be done by noon.

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What Does in Mean to be Created in the Image of God?

Posted on December 4, 2008 by admin

I want to encourage you to read a recent opinion piece by Amy Julia Becker  entitled Babies Perfect and Imperfect that was published in the November edition of First Things magazine. Becker challenges us to think about what it means … Continue reading →

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Mary’s Song- A Sermon Preached Sunday November 30, 2008

Posted on December 4, 2008 by admin

Sermon Text: Luke 1:39-56 In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a town in Judah,  (40)  and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth.  (41)  And when Elizabeth heard the greeting … Continue reading →

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How Should Parents Deal With Rebellious Adult Children?

Posted on December 3, 2008 by admin

Chris Braun the author of the recently published book Unpacking Forgiveness writes about how to deal with a wayward child: Pray and ask others to pray.  Support your church if it works through church discipline with one of your children.  … Continue reading →

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Monthly Reminder About Preaching at Peace Lutheran

Posted on December 2, 2008 by admin

I just wanted to remind everyone again about the importance of preaching in the life of an individual Christian and in our life together (Matthew 11:1-6; Matthew 28:18-20; Luke 24:44-51; 2 Timothy 4:1-4; Acts 10:34-42;1 Corinthians 1:17-31; Romans 10:1-17). Preaching … Continue reading →

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