Jesus is Risen! Now What?
Jesus is risen, so now what? The Easter celebration has died down; Easter Sunday is past and now we are back to our daily routines. Jesus is risen, what now?
Before our Lord’s resurrection, there were others. Jairus’ twelve-year-old daughter was still lying on her bed when Jesus took her by the hand and raised her from death by a simple command, “child, arise.” A widow’s only son was in the middle of his funeral procession being carried out of town to his grave when Jesus stopped the proceedings, touched his stretcher and commanded, “young man, I say to you, arise.” And of course, there was Jesus’ friend Lazarus who was buried four days in a tomb when Jesus amazingly commanded, “Lazarus, come out.”
Can you imagine the celebration, the hugs, the weeping in joy, the whirlwind of emotions and thoughts over someone, dearly loved, you thought was forever gone but now alive with arms wrapped around you? What happens next? Now what? I’m sure after the celebrations died down and the realization that the one who died was indeed alive and was going to stay that way for a while, it was back to work. Lazarus had a family to support, Jairus’ daughter and the widow’s son had chores to get back to. True, they may have gone back to their daily routines with a little less complaining and a little more gratitude, but they didn’t get a pass on doing those things that are needed to support daily life.
Jesus’ resurrection is of a different sort than those mentioned above. His resurrection means one for you as well, and this one will not be temporary but eternal. True, Lazarus and the others were raised only to die again; but in Christ, they, along with you and I, will be raised once for an eternity.
So now what? Our Easter is past but it is still future. Jesus rose and so will we. Now what? We live our daily lives with a promise and hope that this present life is not our final story. We enter into the day clothed with a resurrection promise that frees us to go into our daily life and routines with an ongoing Easter joy. Our resurrected life in Jesus frees us to return daily to those tasks and callings given to us to be of good service to our neighbor. This life and the one beyond the grave is all gift, and our Lord calls us into resurrection life in him to be a gift to others. I thank God we share part of this earthly life together here at Prince of Peace; may we do so by faith in all of our Lord’s promises for us and in resurrection joy that frees us to love one another.
-Pastor Darrin Sheek
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NOW ENROLLING 2021-2022 | EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT!
We are now enrolling for the 2021-2022 School
Year! Registration packets are available in the
School Office. Enroll before May 1st and be put into
a drawing for FREE REGISTRATION!!
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Everyone had such a fun time at our Easter Services and Pancake Breakfast this year! it was such a joy that we were once again able to gather. Here are a few snapshots of the festivities! Thank you to everyone that made it. |
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We need volunteers SATURDAY, APRIL 17TH for our Church & School Family Service Day to help with campus clean up! Refreshments will be provided. Please join us if you are able. We have projects that people of all ages and abilities can help with, even if it's only for an hour!
Please come any time between 9:00AM -12:00PM
Here are some things we need your family's help with:
- Cleaning the gym bathroom stalls
- Cleaning marks off the drinking fountains
- Help maintaining the gardens/landscaping
- Dusting classrooms
- Polishing Desks
- Removing smudges from door jams and light switches
- Assembling tables
- Retouching paint
Hope to see many of us participating!
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Sunday School Needs Volunteer Teachers! |
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We will be having a Lunch meeting Sunday, April 18th at 12:00pm for anyone interested in helping with our Sunday school program. For more information, Please contact the Sunday School Director, Kayleen, in the Church Office. Church@princeofpeaceanaheim.org
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9:00 AM Saturday, April 24th 2021
Christ Lutheran Church
820 W. Imperial Highway, Brea
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Bring your mask, your snack and water, wear comfortable shoes and walk a a block, a mile or not at all. After a welcome and a devotion, you can remain at the church for an activity, or take a walk for up to an hour. The church is a one block walk to Arovista Park, a lovely setting for a short walk, with tables and benches for resting. Cross the street and you are on Brea tracks, an opportunity for a longer walk on a protected trail through the city of Brea. Meet back at the church by 10:30 for closing prayers.
Use your phone or personal device to track you mileage for your mite donation ($$ per mile, for example) or make a donation of your choice directly to mites. An offering basket will be available to help Zone 14 with operating expenses.
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The church often receives extra books and study materials that we would like to pass on to you. Please visit the literature table in the Narthex to see what we have available. Help yourself to anything that sparks your interest! |
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Special Guest Speaker this Sunday |
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We are having a special guest speaker this Sunday, Reverend Tilahun Mendedo, to tell us about the Lutheran Bible Translators and their amazing mission work.
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Please Join us this Sunday as we gather for worship. Service times are 8:00am & 10:30am.
We continue to ask that congregants please practice social distancing, wear masks if desired, and be seated 6 ft apart. Hand Sanitizer will be available in the back for everyone to use. We are looking forward to seeing you this Sunday!
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Upcoming Service: Doubting Thomas
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Elders
8:00am: Joshua Scott 10:30am: Randy Cade
Readers
8:00am: No Reader Assigned 10:30am: Randy Cade
Altar Guild
(1st, 3rd, & 5th Sunday)
6:30am: Judy Vega 10:00am: Linda Henderson
Ways you Can Serve:
We are thankful for those who support our Divine Service every Sunday by filling much these needed positions. If you are interested in learning more about these roles, or how you can help during service,
Please Contact Pastor Sheek:
(949) 370-7198
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The Living Way Bible Study group meets every week through fall. The next study will be Tuesday, April 13th, and will be on The Gospel of John at 9:30am. Everyone is Welcome! We will meet in person and continue to practice social distancing. We have plenty of space so everyone can spread out! In the meantime, you are welcome to read ahead to get acquainted with the scriptures.
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Wednesday Night Bible Study
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Wednesday Night Bible Study will resume next Wednesday April 14th at 7pm. We will be studying the letters of John.
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Please check out our church bulletin board for some items needed by our teachers and church staff. Our giving tree is an opportunity for our congregation to support our church, school and preschool. Please choose a blossom and turn it in to either the church or school office with a donation towards your selected item, or feel free to donate the item outright if it's something you already have! Please check back frequently for new items.
Here are some items we are in need of so far:
General:
Postage Stamps
Lysol Wipes
Donuts & Coffee Fund
Preschool:
Child-Size Face Masks
Non-perishable Snacks and Small Waters
Grade School:
2 Refrigerators for the Gym Kitchen (Used is fine!)
New Office Chair for Ms. Steinert
Staples Gift Cards
Field Trip Fund
STEM Lab Equipment
Tuition Help
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We are once again live streaming our 8:00 am service to our YouTube Channel. You can find a link to our services and other videos on our channel. Please Subscribe to our channel using the YouTube icon below, and click the 'Notifications Bell' to ensure you are alerted every time we post a new video. Thank You!
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We thank God that our congregation remains healthy and so far, free from the Covid-19 Virus! We pray for everyone’s continued health and strength as we move forward!
- For all those separated from their families, friends, church family, and work during this health crisis, and for those suffering from Covid -19 across the globe.
- For all those unemployed or under-employed, that their daily needs be met.
- For our staff, teachers, students, and families at Prince of Peace, that our Lord would sustain them all through these days as we strive to continue and support the mission of our church and school.
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Pray for continued student enrollment at Prince of Peace School and Preschool and outreach efforts into the community.
- Members at Prince of Peace to grow in faith and love for one another, willing to give of our gifts and talents within the congregation, serving and sharing Christ with our neighbors, family, and friends.
- Tony and Donna Beltran – Prayers for their family members recovering from Covid
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Tom Olmos – Prayers for recovery from ongoing illness.
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Linda Olmos - Prayers for strength and peace during a difficult time
- For Pastor Trevor- Diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer
- For Stephen Ramsay, diagnosed with stage 3 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
- For Albert Ojeda Jr, diagnosed with heart failure, that his condition continue to improve
- Prayers for Matt Cooper and family: God’s blessings and care upon Matt and his children.
- For Ed Reese, neighbor of Judy Vega, who is recovering from a heart attack at UCI hospital
- For positive outcome and speedy healing of Joanne Harrold, Grandmother of Kayleen Ojeda, who is undergoing a 4th hip replacement revision.
- Liz Scott, That her surgery goes well on the 16th
- Ciara Donnelson-Loken, for quick healing and recovery of her injured ankle and foot.
- Prayers of Praise and Thanks from The Girhings for Katie Hulick (neice) who is recovering well from an infection. For Jackie Blind (Sister) as she was approved for a Kidney Transplant, and Jordan Taylor (nephew) who is recovering from Covid and Pneumonia.
If you would like to add a prayer request to this list, feel free to reply to this email or contact the church.
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Let us pray for our Members of The Week: |
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Albert and Kayleen Ojeda & Caleb, Erika, Esther and Emmerson Keith
Let us give thanks and pray for these members for the following:
- May our Lord continue to bless these families with health and provide for their daily needs.
- May our Lord bless their homes as they grow in faith toward God and in love towards each other.
- Bless their families; may they be kept healthy and nurtured in their faith in Christ and under God's gracious care.
- May God continue to use them as a blessing in the lives of others. We give thanks for their faithful service and are grateful they are a part of our church family.
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✯✯ BLAST FROM THE PAST ✯✯
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Pastor Wobrock Gives a Sermon: January 1965 |
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A young Pastor Wobrock delivering a heartfelt sermon to the congregation back in 1965! |
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Have any vintage POP photos or Memorabilia? Please bring them by the Church office so we can share it to our 'Blast from The Past' section and add a copy to our church archives! |
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Pastor Sheek And Our Elders |
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Pastor Sheek and our Board of Elders continue to pray for you and are here to support you during these trying times. Pastor Sheek is available any time and can be reached via email or his cell for continuing support.
Email: PastorSheek@gmail.com
Cell #: (949) 370-7198
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Our Board of Elders have been reaching out and are hard at work to keep our flock in contact during this transitional time of distancing.
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We have been working hard to update our member contact information. We now have our printed Church Directories, which you can pick up either in your designated mail box or at the church office.
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Our goal is to send out a new “News and Updates” email to all of our members every week. This email highlights important upcoming events for both the church and school. You can even check out the scripture readings for upcoming Sunday Services ahead of time! Please be sure to check your emails every week.
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PRINCE OF PEACE NEEDS YOUR HELP TOO!
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During this time of uncertainty, your continuing support is as important as ever! There are several options for you to give this month to help our church succeed and grow in the challenging times ahead. Please consider pledging a donation on our secure donation page which can be found on our website or simply by clicking the Donate Now button below. You can also mail a check or drop off a donation to the church office at :
1421 W Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92802
Church Office Hours:
Monday -Thursday
9:00am -2:00pm
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