Peace Lutheran Church 8240 Blue Ridge Kansas City, MO 64138

April – The month of renewal

April Newsletter

Sunday Worship Services

Traditional 8:30 a.m. Adult and Children Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Contemporary 11:00 a.m.

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April 2016

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 Pastor’s day with family

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3 8:30 am Traditional 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary 12:00 pm Confirmation Class

4 9:30 am Sewing Bee 7:00 pm Alpha Circle 7:00 pm Worship/Music Board

5 10:00 am Knit/Crochet 10:30 am OWLS 6:30 pm GIP Board Mtg.

6 9:00 am GIP Chapel 11:00 am Bible Journaling 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study 7:30 pm Church Council

7 9:30 am John Knox

8 Pastor’s day with family

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10 8:30 am Traditional 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary 12:00 pm Youth Club

Food for needy

11 9:30 am Sewing Bee

12 10:00 am Knit/Crochet

13 9:00 am GIP Chapel 11:00 am Bible Journaling 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study

14 9:30 am Tri-Circuit Pastor Conference

15 Pastor’s day with family

16 8:00 am Grow in Peace work day

17 8:30 am Traditional 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary 12:00 pm Confirmation Class

18 9:30 am Sewing Bee

19 9:30 am Topic Leaders 10:00 am Knit/Crochet

20 9:00 am GIP Chapel 11:00 am Bible Journaling 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study

21 9:30 am Pastors Conference 5:30 pm Knit/Crochet

22 Pastor’s day with family

23 Earth Day (Arbor Day)

24 8:30 am Traditional 9:45 am Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary 12:00 pm FPU celebration 6:30 pm Men’s Club

Mite Box Sunday

25 9:30 am Sewing Bee

26 10:00 am Knit/Crochet 7:00 pm Elders Mtg.

27 9:00 am GIP Chapel 11:00 am Bible Journaling 9:30 am Book Club 6:30 pm Adult Bible Study

28 9:30 am John Knox

29 Pastor’s day with family

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Adult Bible study will resume on

Wednesday April 6th at 6:30 pm in

the Fellowship Hall

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A King In America the idea of a king can be a difficult concept for us to

understand. It goes against our culture. Sure we have a president, but a king who

can do whatever he wants, and subject the people under him to whatever his heart

desires? That just doesn’t seem right to us. Even our own president has limitations

on what he can do, because we are against anyone having complete authority. The

problem, however, is not in the concept of a king, but rather in our understanding of what a king does.

History shows us that most kings act like dictators, living life for their own pursuit of happiness or worldly gain.

This is not a king I would want to serve anymore than you do. A king’s real responsibility, however, is nothing

like a dictator. A king’s responsibility is to rule for the purposes of allowing His subjects to flourish and

prosper. A king protects his subjects, and administers justice to those who abuse or take advantage of his

people, even if it means sacrificing his own life to save the lives of his subjects. A king does not subject the

people under him to slavery or burdens meant to serve himself, but rather is there to serve the people by

listening to them, supporting them, and protecting them. Unfortunately, a true king is not easy to find,

especially if the people aren’t looking for one.

We didn’t go looking for a king, but the Good News is that our King came looking for us, His people.

Unfortunately, we rejected our King and despised His rule. We live our lives like we are the king of our own

castle, all the while not realizing that this rejection of our true King only leads us to death. How wonderful that

our King, Jesus the Christ, not only came looking for us but that He overcame us, death, and the devil.

And after His battle on the cross, Jesus rose victorious over all on Easter morning. Today our King reigns on His

throne and rules with authority, justice, and power. Not like a dictator in this world, but like a king was meant

to rule, with love. Our King “shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

(Romans 5:8) Like a true king, He came “not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for

many.” (Mark 10:45) Our King listens to us when we pray. He supports us in every aspect of our life letting us

know that He is with us “always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20) Our King took on human flesh and

walked among His people, to share in our sufferings in this world. He gave up His own life in defense of ours,

so that we could be won back from death and the devil.

We live now, knowing that we have a King who won the battle. And we know that Jesus will reign on His

throne forever. (2 Samuel 7:13) Our victorious King loves us and serves us, and one day He will take us to His

new kingdom where “He will wipe away every tear from [our] eyes, and death shall be no more, neither

shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore.” (Revelation 21:4) That’s a promise our King makes to

us and that’s a King worth serving. All hail the King, Jesus the Christ!

In the service of Christ, Pastor Rolf

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Peace Luther Church Peace Lutheran Church 8240 Blue Ridge Kansas City, MO 64138 peacelutheranlcms.org Phone: 816-353-3813 Pastor: Rev. David Rolf Pastor Emeritus: Rev. John B. Schmid Secretary: Debbie Baldwin Director of Grow in Peace Child Care Center: Carla Hamilton Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Bulletin and Newsletter Items: Send bulletin items by Wednesday to the Church Office at peacelutheranlcms@att.net

Send Newsletter items by the 15th of the preceding month to Sheila Dalen email sheiladalen6@gmail.com

Prayer Chain Requests: Sheila Dalen at: sheiladalen6@gmail.com or 816-585-7715 You can also contact the Church office at: peacelutheranlcms@att.net

Wednesday Evening Bible Study

Come join our Adult Bible Study led by Pastor Rolf. We are resuming our

study on April 6th in the Fellowship Hall. Join us every Wednesday evening

from 6:30 until approximately 7:45.

New Bible Journaling Group

This is a new group and everyone is invited. If you like to doodle, draw

pictures, color with coloring pencils, or just underline; then please join us

for this new group of fellowship and doodling in our bibles. Journaling is a

great interactive Bible Study method. It helps you to interact with God’s

word by recording your thoughts on what you’re reading. Going back

through your journal can help you reflect on what God has shown you in

His Word. And you have an heirloom that will be special to your family.

This should be a lot of fun interacting with others and learning more

about God’s Word. For information contact Deb Baldwin or Carol Malone

at 816-365-7397 or the church office at 816-353-3813. We will meet on

Wednesdays at 11:00 am.

Soda Machine

It is up and running!! All proceeds will go to the Youth Group

The cost is only 75₵ a can and the machine will take bills.

Support the Youth Group and have a can of soda!

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LWML (Lutheran Women Mission League) The topic for April 2016 Circle Meetings is found in the Spring Quarterly on page 18 and is entitled “Milestones of Faith” authored by Shari Miller, wife of Rev. Larry Miller. She has served LWML in many capacities, recently as LWML Strategic Planning Facilitator. She is past District President of the LWML Montana District. She lives in Helena, Montana and has written numerous articles and studies for the LWML

Milestones of Faith” – a Milestone is a meaningful moment in the life of an individual. Our faith is also formed through significant milestones. Through God’s word and means of grace our Benevolent Father has provided us with stepping stones to guide us on our faith journey. (submitted by Kathleen Jarvis)

Roll call word is “Faith”. Alpha Circle will meet Monday, April 4, 2016. The meeting will be held at the Church in the Fellowship Hall with Elaine Nolen hosting the meeting with Cindy McCubbin as her co-hostess. The topic will be led by Jean Roberts. Carol Head will check the acolyte robes for laundering or mending needs. For more information, please call the president of Alpha Circle, Elaine Nolen at 816-358-1773. Lydia Circle (our newly formed circle) will meet Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 2:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Wilma Seutter and Peggy Noah will host the meeting. Joyce Shropshire will lead the topic.

+++++ “Miss Leading” – The LWML Leader Development Committee is introducing LWML’s own “Miss Leading” – She is a “Leaders Leader”, creating unity and rapport among her group, she’s a true servant of her lord, exemplifying leadership qualities among us. What does a leader look like to you? We often think a leader as the one who takes charge and gives directives. She’s the unquestioned voice for the group, the decision-maker and expert. The group looks to her for the definite answer. God has gifted LWML leaders with many different qualities such as the ability to get along with others, listen and love as Christ loves. These leadership qualities focus on relationship. Perhaps you are that kind of unifying leader who thinks sharing a hug now and again is good for the group. What qualities has God given you to use in leadership? Are you thankful for the God-given gift of hugging? Try it, you might like it.

+++++ +++++ “Mites, Mites and Mite Box” – Based on the biblical account of the widow’s mite (Luke 21:1-4), the Mite Box is intended for regular contributions of “Mites” offering above and beyond the support given to congregation

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and the LWML. Mite Box contributions amount to millions of dollars that fund district and national “Mission Grants” and implement the LWML Program. Districts retain 75% of Mite offerings – National 25% Mission goal for 2015-2017 Biennium: $2,000,000.00 Amount Received $883,107.34 Amount needed $1,116,892.66 Give from your heart, the widow gave out of her poverty.

+++++ +++++ +++++ “Conventions, Conventions” – Missouri District Convention will be held in Cape Girardeau at the Osage Center on June 3-5, 2016. The Theme – “God’s Love Spans the Centuries” based on Matthew 28:20b and “Surely I am With You always, to the very end of the Age”.

++++ +++++ ++++ ++++ Upcoming LWML Conventions:

2017 Salt Lake City, Utah June 22-25 2019 Birmingham, Alabama June 27-30 2021 Lexington, Kentucky June 24-27

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“Zone Rally” – Kansas City South Zone 2016 Spring Rally to be held Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Holly Trinity Lutheran Church, 5901 East 135th Street, Grandview, MO Registration: 9:00 am Opening devotion: 9:30am Cost: $5.00 (includes lunch) Please call if babysitting is needed: 816-763-3211 The Themes “Sing and Make Music in Your Heart to the Lord”. “Speaking to one another in Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual songs, singing and making music from your heart to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:18). Karen Engebretson will share her musical talent.

“Jesus lives!! The victory’s won!! Alleluia, Alleluia!!!

Blessed Easter to each and everyone!! Ruth Oexman, LWML Publicity

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Sewing Bee

The ladies plan to meet every Monday in April. We meet in the Fellowship Hall at 9:30 am. Bring a sack lunch and stay into the afternoon. By mid-March we had completed 32 quilts this year. An average of 7 ladies come and we would be happy to have others join us. Please save your Best Choice UPC’s, “Box Tops for Education” and “Labels for Education” from

Campbell’s and other products. Also save your cancelled postage stamps and leave a ¼ inch margin of envelope around the stamp. Containers for all these are on the shelf in the Narthex.

A Word from the Spinner

“The Spinner” actually is a spinning rack in the entryway that most people walk by every

Sunday without giving it another thought. But wait a minute! Would this simple wire

contraption actually be a way for you to give comfort to someone you know – or witness

God’s love to a neighbor? There are pamphlets available covering a variety of topics. Why not

give it a spin and see if one fits a need that you know of.

Two new topics have been added. Hopefully you’ll never find a need to read or share one, but

it you do…

“The Unbearable Sorrow – When Suicide Hits Home” The taking of one’s own life is one of the most shocking

events of human nature. The finality of the act leaves us bewildered and full of questions. Why? How could

this have happened? What was bothering this person so much? What more could I have done? What more

should I have said? These are the questions of suicide’s survivors – those left in the wake of emotion and

confusion after a loved one has taken his or her life.

Written in part by one who has been there, this Project Connect booklet examines this tragic event. Blending

a firsthand account of a recalled, final conversation, with honest observations on what it means to grapple

with such a death, this booklet concludes with spiritual insights into suicide and how God works through all

things – even surviving the suicide of a loved one.

“Finding Peace-Overcoming Anxiety” Anxiety has become epidemic. Many of us are frazzled by family

problems, stress at work, financial woes and a thousand other hassles. If you are chronically troubled by

fatigue, edginess, a churning stomach, heart pains, trembling and shaking, dizziness and/or migraine

headaches, you are not alone. Like millions of other people, you may be struggling with anxiety, panic attacks

or phobias.

There is help. Read the true stories of three people who recovered, finding hope and healing for the physical,

emotional and spiritual problems caused by anxiety.

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FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL

MAY 14TH Excitement is building at Peace Lutheran! Save the date May 14 for the celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Grow in Peace.

The “Family Fun Fest” will be open from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Volunteer your time to be where the fun will happen and/or contribute monies to the cause. Looking forward to hearing from you. Evangelism Board 816-920-1477

What was the March issue of The Lutheran Witness About?

Here are just some questions posed in various articles in the most recent issue? What do

you think the answers were?

What is the essence of being a Lutheran Christian in mercy?

Why should our congregation do acts of mercy?

What can we do as a congregation to show mercy?

Which acts of mercy can help our congregation grow?

How do we begin doing acts of mercy as evangelistic outreach?

Why does God allow suffering?

If something bad happens to me, is God punishing me for my sin?

Can anything good come out of bad things?

What do I do when I feel like my life is falling apart?

This issue offered a 360-degree view of mercy, from its biblical foundation to how it looks in daily life. You

would’ve discovered what mercy in the midst of suffering looks like on the mission field, why showing

compassion is an important part of congregational life and how you can make the case for mercy in difficult

conversations, even regarding topics like end-of-life issues.

“The Lutheran Witness” is the official periodical of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and is published 11

times per year by Concordia Publishing House. It provides Missouri Synod laypeople with stories and

information that complement congregational life, foster personal growth in faith and help interpret the

contemporary world from a Lutheran Christian perspective. If this sounds like a magazine that you want in

your home and thoughts, check with the office or Pastor for further information.

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Book Club

“A Thousand Tomorrows” Karen Kingsbury

A talented young man, angry and isolated. A mysterious women with a secret. The two are national champions, top of their game, alone and intent on staying that way. How could they know what would happen when their two worlds meet? And what fears must they face if together they ignite a love that burns brighter than both of them? Cody Gunner is a nationally renowned bull rider—cocky, brash, a legend among his peers. On

track to the top, Cody has rejected everything about his past—his famous father, his hurting mother, and every woman who ever came along. His heart has room only for his young handicapped brother. Ali Daniels is the most recognized horsewoman in her sport. She embraces life, making the most of every moment and risking everything for her passion. Along the way, Ali seeks to fulfill the dreams of her little sister, a girl who died before she had a chance to live. And so competing is all she needs until the day Cody discovers what Ali has been hiding so well. Reluctantly Ali allows Cody into her private world. Despite their fears, they bare their souls and love finds them in a way that it seldom finds anyone. In a breathless race for time, their love becomes the one part of them that will never fail, never die. In the end they find something brilliant and brief—a thousand tomorrows.

Heits Point Music Program Save the date: Sunday, April 10th at 3:00 p.m. Karen Engebrestson will present a musical program, The Gospel According to Broadway on April 10, @ 3:00 p.m. at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 700 NE Chipman Rd, Lee’s Summit, Mo. This unique program brings scripture passage and parables to light through story lines and songs from American musicals to benefit Heit’s Point Lutheran Ministries.

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Peace Lutheran Church Sunday Worship schedule

April 2016

April 3 April 10 April 17 April 24

Second Sunday of Easter

Third Sunday of Easter

Fourth Sunday of Easter

Fifth Sunday of Easter

Liturgy

8:30 Divine Service One

Page 151

Divine Service Two Page 167

with communion

Divine Service Three Page 184

Divine Service Four Page 203

with communion

11:00 Contemporary

Contemporary

with communion Contemporary

Contemporary

with communion

Ushers Reed McCubbin, Cliff Noah, Carl Repper, Joe Rice

Elders 8:30 Gary Thurnau, Ron Johnson, Dave Loesch, Ed Seutter

11:00 Mike Benavides, Keith Kirchhoff

Greeters

8:30 Gary/Wanda

Thurnau Dennis/Carol Head Cliff/Peggy Noah Lathy Boehm

11:00 Punky McDaniel Jeff/Linda Gardner Homer/Ruth

Oexman Punky McDaniel

Altar Guild 8:30 Dale/Sandy Olson

11:00 Homer/Ruth Oexman

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1 Iva Pickler 2 Tyler Ledgerwood 3 Bruce Johnson 4 Blayne Halling 5 Jim Cooper 6 Jana Harms 6 Williams Okpewho 7 Signe Cochran 9 Michael Bartlett 9 Val Rieger 10 Edie Kirchhoff 12 Clara Staehling-Hampton 15 Zoey Schroeter 15 Gisela Anderson 17 Timothy Ruth, Jr. 17 Robert Brown 18 Stan Christopher 19 Rick Ledgerwood 20 Elaine Nolen 21 Stefon Griddine 23 Jennafer Larkworthy 14 Sheila Dalen 24 Betty Halling 24 Ruby Rapp 25 Carla Hamilton 25 David Petrus 26 Jennifer Cooper 27 James Autrey 28 Cynthia Slater

1 John Bartels 2 Ina Huth 3 Connie Shepard 4 Cara Ewart 5 Ben Brackman

11 Ron Miller 11 Peggy Noah 12 Dayle Olson 12 Luke Harms 12 Ryan Shropshire 13 Katie Biddix 13 Cindy Thurnau 14 Megan Johnson 14 Jason Nutt 15 Daniel Vachalek 17 Christina Wall 17 Kimberly Benavides 21 Alex Hamilton 21 Val Rieger 22 Diana Worthington 24 Tyler Ledgerwood 24 Lisa Noah 25 Larry Borchardt 27 Michael Bellach 28 Mark Brackman 28 Ernie Jarvis 30 David Ferber 30 Mickey Olson * Linda Bartlet

* Date unknown

7 John/Ruth Brackman 1973 10 Tom/Mae Walter 1955 11 Morris/Dolores Heselton 1953 21 Howard/Jean Tieman 1957 30 David/Jenny Schultz 2005

Christine Grace, Jesse Pilcher Bryan Pilcher Julia, Cindy and Jordan Rolf

Sara Kirchhoff Jackie Simon

Baptism

Archer James Selbe

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Grow in Peace Child

Care Center News March, 2016

www.gipchildcare.com

director@gipchildcare.com 816-353-3910 main (353-7826)2nd line

**Please be sure and program our phone number into

your cell phone. Then you will know when GIP calls and

you can answer it.

Jesus, You are our Savior and Lord! Thank You

for Your grace and mercy. Help us to love others as

You love us. AMEN!

Welcome to Grow in Peace – New Enrollments Nialana Wyatt - Preschool

May God bless the early learning you will

receive from us!

Upcoming Dates to Remember April 16 – GIP WORK DAY April 22 – Earth Day (Arbor Day) April 23 – Passover

Future Dates

May 6 – Grow in Peace Celebrates 20 Years May 8 – Mother’s Day May 14 – Family Fun Fest 11 am until 3:00 pm

WORK DAY is scheduled for Saturday, April 16 starting at 8:00am. Bring your rakes, gloves, and cleaning gear!

We will need manpower and womanpower to pull weeds, trim bushes, rake leaves, remove debris from grounds, spread new woodchips on playground, clean windows, wash vans, power wash concrete areas, and touch up paint on walls. If you can help with any of the above items just show up that day ready to work!

Open Invitation to Attend Church Services We extend to you a standing open invitation to come and

explore Peace Lutheran Church and the ministries it serves. Listed below are the times for services. If you would like

more info, please ask Ms. Carla or call the Church office at 353-3813.

April, 2016

816-353-3910 main (353-7826)2nd line **Please be sure and program our phone number into

your cell phone. Then you will know when GIP calls and

you can answer it.

FAMILY FUN FEST Save the date! Everyone is invited to attend

Grow in Peace and Peace Lutheran Church for a FAMILY FUN FEST on May 14th beginning at 11:00

am and ending at 3:00 pm. There will be food, face painting by Ms. Calvon,

games, fun, petting zoo and community information.

Come early and stay late and help us celebrate 20 years!!

Look for more info coming soon – GIP Philosophy Statement

Grow in Peace Child Care Center shall provide a safe Christian

environment with loving, experienced, and professional staff that

recognize parents have the primary responsibility in skill development

and Christian training for their children. As an outreach ministry of

Peace Lutheran Church, we strive to set an example of Christ's Love

through God's Word and assist in the spiritual, intellectual, emotional,

social and physical development of the children entrusted to our care.

“Helping children grow in wisdom and in grace.”

GIP is asking for donations of items for classroom usage: large playground equipment (gently used or NEW), jump ropes, balls,

and hula hoops.

***We would gladly accept monetary donations!

Grow in Peace can give you a tax exemption!

Donations are always welcomed and very much needed for Grow

in Peace Child Care Center!

Opportunities for worship and Bible Study include:

Traditional Service at 8:30am on Sunday's

Contemporary Service at 11:00am on Sunday's

Sunday Bible Study 9:45 to 10:45am on Sunday’s

Midweek Bible Study 6:00 to 7:15pm on Wednesday’s

Look for the Church on the web at www.peacelutheranlcms.org

and on facebook at

http://www.facebook.com/#!/PeaceLutheranChurchKansasCity or

visit in person during one of the service times or Bible Study times.

Peace Lutheran exists to encourage and equip Christ followers to

grow their faith, live their faith and to share their faith.

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