April 2018

Newsletter

Volume 24 Issue 4

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Blessed Easter and Happy April Fool’s Day! Christ is Risen, He is Risen Indeed!,,,, and that’s no April Fool’s! The gospel of Mark seems the most surprising of the gospel accounts of Jesus’ resurrection! The women, “Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother and James and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb” (Mark 16:1-2). Surprise, shock, dismay, fear; as Mark describes, “They fled from the tomb for terror and amazement had seized them” (Mark 16:8a). It might have seemed like the biggest April Fool’s joke ever, there Lord and Savior, who had been crucified on the cross only three days before and had been buried in a tomb, as they were trying to figure out who would roll away the gigantic stone. I really like, I actually love the ending to Mark’s gospel, probably because it does not have an ending that fits nicely into the type of story we might expect. What most strikes me this time around is that the conversations between the first followers of Jesus as they are going to the tomb are about the logistics, the ways in which they will be able to get to Jesus, while Jesus is not there! But not only that, The young man dressed in white replies to the two Marys and Salome, “Do not be alarmed, he is not her. Look, there is the place they laid him. But go, tell his disci-ples and Peter that he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him, just as he told you” (Mark 16:6-7). Now you might be thinking, ok, God, even this young man in white is in on the act……tell them to go look and then Surprise! April fool’s! I appreciate and love Mark’s ending because it turns around all of my assumptions about Jesus and how God works, in the world, in our communities, in our very lives! Instead of this all being a huge “joke” or “trick”, Jesus keeps his promise, upending our desire to calculate and calibrate how Jesus operates. The young man proclaims, “Do not be alarmed, Do not be afraid” and the women, the disciples, us, we seem to do the exact opposite! “Terror, fear and also amazement seized them, and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid” (Mark 16:8). The women’s reaction would be my own reaction. However, in this unresolved ending, the gospel, the Good News of Jesus’ resurrec-tion does not stop with the women’s fear, does not stop with the times that we are unsure or uncertain about God’s activity in our lives…..It reminds us that God in Christ continues to confound and comfort us. Jesus rearranges our pictures, our experiences, and encounters with the living Lord and not even our lack of speech because of our own fear or worry will stop God. Jesus is on the loose! God is at work! Christ is Risen! No fooling, no joking! God grant us Easter eyes, resurrection vision, as the seeds Christ’s of hope, love, and courage bear fruit in our lives…..the beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ continues through you!

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: Karen McElhenny Music Director: Janet Robel Custodian: Mark Smith Preschool Director: Sue Ricco

OFFICE HOURS

Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Traditional Service – 9:00 am Fellowship/Sunday School – 10:15 am

(Contemporary Service 3rd Sunday of the month )

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April 21, 2018 at 7:30 am

Lilac Plaza Retirement Community 7007 N. Wiscomb

Likewise, the Spirit helps us in our weakness: for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words.

Romans 8 vs 26 NRSV

A very blessed Easter season to you all. As your Council President, I have once again been taught by God that I do not have all the answers. The unknown interrupts my sleep pattern as I think about church budgets and giving patterns. How can we improve on being a welcoming community? How can we enliven members to serve others in our church community and in our Indian Trail Area? How Lord how? As I pray, the Holy Spirit does give me comfort and perhaps more wisdom. “Be still. Be still, Cliff, and listen to the voice of God.” Amen!

Cliff Hendrickson

From The President

From The Treasurer

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Central Lutheran Clothes Closet

Thank you for your continuous support of this ministry.

Current needs: Blankets, Men’s dress shirts, Men’s jeans (sizes 28-36), Men’s belts.

If you have questions, please contact Judy flowers. A bin for these items is located next to the Caritas cart in the church hallway.

Prince of Peace Budget Comparison

2018

February February 2018 2018

Actuals Budget Actuals Budget

INCOME

General Offering $ 23,278.88 $ 24,250.00 $ 41,143.25 $ 48,500.00

Mortgage Income $ 910.00 $ 1,590.00 $ 1,380.00 $ 3,180.00

Interest $ 22.73 $ 22.59 $ 47.73 $ 44.39

Other $ 3,352.00 $ 710.00 $ 4,365.00 $ 2,320.00

$ 27,563.61 $ 26,572.59 $ 46,935.98 $ 54,044.39

EXPENSES

Mortgage Payment $ 4,714.00 $ 4,714.00 $ 9,428.00 $ 9,428.00

Benevolences $ 2,337.89 $ 2,425.00 $ 4,156.33 $ 4,850.00 Staff $ 5,679.21 $ 4,852.94 $ 11,604.67 $ 9,705.88

Parish Ministry $ 7,919.00 $ 8,081.68 $ 16,083.93 $ 16,260.32

Facility $ 3,845.80 $ 4,881.08 $ 8,316.32 $ 10,158.66

Office Expenses $ 723.40 $ 891.00 $ 1,306.43 $ 1,458.00

Council/Committees $ 495.14 $ 420.00 $ 1,103.21 $ 1,045.00

$ 25,714.44 $ 26,265.70 $ 51,998.89 $ 52,905.86

Net Income: $ 1,849.17 $ 306.89 $ (5,062.91) $ 1,138.53

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The field trip to Hope School for the deaf and hard of hearing illustrated what amazing progress can be made in teaching children to clearly speak and understand speech. We want to continue our support. Quilters are busy sorting and pricing merchandise for the WSQ yard sale. If you would like to attend, it's at the West Central Community Center, Saturday, April 7 from 8-1130am. If you do any kind of sewing you will find bargains galore. The quilters will have two quilts in their raffle this year. You'll want to buy tickets for both. All proceeds from the Yard Sale and raffle will benefit the quilt fund. Baby Quilters meet April 10. Charity Quilters meet April 24. Everyone's help is needed. We continue Bible study on April 4. at 9:30. The topic is the Prodigal Son, written by Mark Allan Powell. Sharon Anthony

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Thank you for all the calls, cards and notes….I did appreciate them very much. I don’t know when or if I’ll be back with you. I’m living at Greenbluff with my youngest daughter, Janet, and her hubby, John. I’m attending their church (1st Presbyterian) where they are very active. I don’t drive anymore. Think of you often.

Love, Virginia Odeen

************ Dear Members of Prince of Peace, Thank you to everyone who either bought butter braids or donated money towards my Washington DC trip that I will be taking in June. I greatly appreciate your generosity and how you always support me.

Thank you, Andrew Liezen

Lawn Mowing

The lawn mowing sign-up sheet has been posted. Each block is for a two week period. Feel free to partner with some-one. One to do both, the riding lawn mower and the other to do the walk behind mower. If you have not mowed here at the church, see either Joe Rock, Don Rogge, Mel Nebelsieck or Bernie Polikowsky. Any of us would be happy to get you started and explain the equipment. Your help would be appreciated.

Weeding

The weeding chart has been posted. If you would like to keep the exterior of your church looking nice choose an area that you or your family wouldn't mind taking responsibility. The areas are color coded and numbered. If you are will-ing to sponsor an area for the summer just put your name in the appropriate block. Normally, monthly attention is all that is needed but you can decide. Obviously weeds can get out of hand if we don't keep on top of them. If you feel that shrubs in your area need light trimming.....have at it.

Thank you, Property Committee

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Serving You This Month

April Ushers Altar Guild Worship

Assistants Deacon

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Joe Rock Mel Nebelsieck

Sue & Paul Parrish

Joy Liezen

Margaret Clark

Doug Elliott Orv Kirkevolc

Sue & Paul Parrish Joy Liezen

8 Sue & Paul

Parrish Ginny Zimmerman Mike Sanborn Iris Pehan

15 Karen & Don

Rogge Karen Heimbigner Rebecca

Hendrickson Randy Fleiger

22 Rick & DeAnn

Schied Marie McMahon Susan Ames Margaret Clark

29 Donna Claypool Orv Kirkevold Susan Ames Curt Froscheiser Iris Pehan

Bible Readings for the Month

Sunday, April 15

1st Reading: Acts 3:12-19

Psalm 4

2nd Reading: 1 John 3:1-7

Gospel: Luke 24:36b-48

Sunday, April 22

1st Reading: Acts 4:5-12

Psalm 23

2nd Reading: 1 John 3:16-24

Gospel: John 10:11-18

Sunday, April 1

1st Reading: Acts 10:34-43

Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24

2nd Reading: 1 Cor 15:1-11

Gospel: Mark 16:1-8

Sunday, April 8

1st Reading: Acts 4:32-35

Psalm 133

2nd Reading: 1 John 1:1, 2:2

Gospel: John 20:19-31

Sunday, April 29

1st Reading: Acts 8:26-40

Psalm 22:25-31

2nd Reading: 1John 4:7-21

Gospel: John 15:1-8

Pastor Joel will be on vacation

Monday, April 2—Friday, April 6.

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WHITWORTH AUXILIARY ANNUAL

SPRING TEA AND STYLE SHOW

Whitworth Community Presbyterian Church

Tuesday, April 24, from 1-3:00 p.m.

The Whitworth Auxiliary invites you to its Annual Spring Tea and Style Show — “An English Country Garden”. Enjoy an elegant tea and the latest fashions from Audrey’s Boutique.

Tickets are $25. Proceeds benefits Whitworth University stu-dents MARK YOUR CALENDAR, as this popular event fills up early. Please contact Margaret Clark at 509-466-0727.

St. John’s Lutheran Church of Sprague 33rd Annual SAUSAGE FEED—

April 8, 2018—11am-3pm Sprague Community Hall—3rd and C Street, Sprague, WA

Adults—$12 6-12—$6 5 & under—Free Menu: Smoked Sausage, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Sauerkraut, Home-made Applesauce, Dessert

Sponsored by Thrivent

Saturday, April 21st 2018

at the Historic Davenport Hotel

The 34th Annual

Chocolate & Champagne Gala

Champagne, Chocolate, Dinner & Auction

A fun evening that supports a serious cause

All proceeds support the

Sexual Assault & Family Trauma Center

and other programs of

Lutheran Community Services Northwest

Tickets on sale now ~ $95.00

www.lcsnw.org/ccgala

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Caritas served 673 individuals during the month a February and disbursing 16,262 pounds of food. For the year they have served 1389 individuals and disbursed 30943 pounds of food.

Caritas not only assists our community with food and necessities but has also been able to give assistance in other ways. Kelsie - our project manager - has been able to obtain grants and other donations to assist clients with vouchers for fuel, day passes for STA transportation. (They also have the option of purchasing 15 or 31 day passes for individuals with long term travel needs ( Series of medial appointments, starting a new job, etc.

Thank you all for your gifts and generosity and it is only through these that Caritas is able to provide for the needs of those individual in our community that require some temporary assistance in their lives.

My wife and I are presently in the process of moving to Riverview and I am looking for someone to take my place as a board member at Caritas. The board meets once a month (for about 2 hours) to make decisions and vote on neces-sary items in order to keep Caritas running in its smooth form. They can always use more volunteers for a variety of positions - helping clients, packaging food and other items for clients, picking up food from various locations, and general assistance to the running of Caritas.

If you are interested in any of these positions, please let me know or call Kelsie at Caritas. 509 326 2249.

SAVE THE DATE! For Young Life's Annual Half-Fest Fundraiser

May 12, 2018 RSVP no later than April 20th

Please register as soon as you can so we have an accurate count for food :) Call or text Cassie (253) 886-1236 with any questions or

additional registrations. Looking forward to celebrating with you!

This spring Young Life will be having it’s 9th Half-Fest Fundraiser. Half-Fest is Young Life’s annual adult German celebration that falls approximately halfway between the annual Deutschesfest in Odessa, WA. All proceeds from Half-Fest will be donated towards the ministry happening through Young Life in Spokane. A suggested $30 donation helps to cover the costs of food and drink, which in-cludes 8 types of homemade German sausages and brats, 10 beers on tap, wine, Kraut Ranza, beans, potato salad, and snacks. Lawn games will begin at 4 p.m. prior to the event and our hilarious MC will coordinate games and entertainment throughout the night.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

Lefse Baking is scheduled

October 11, 12 & 13

DETAILS

Who: Anyone and everyone interested in supporting Young Life and having a good time! When: Saturday, May 12th, 2018, 4p.m. - 11 p.m. Where: Mukogawa Fort Wright Banquet Facility: 4000 W Randolph Rd, Spokane, WA 99224

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God has called each of us to be stewards through our baptism. In baptism we have been claimed as God’s chil-dren and receive God’s grace. As stewards, we live out our callings as children of God by sharing God’s grace with others. We can share God’s grace in our everyday lives.

We are the Church that shares a living God, daring confi-dence in God’s Grace. Our faith comes through the good

news of Jesus Christ and gives us the freedom and the courage and leads us to boldly participate and share His word with the community we live in. We are stewards of God’s good news and are called to share God’s story with each other and the neighbors around us.

Personal Care Kits A special Thank You goes out to everyone who contributed toward the Personal Care Kits. We received 54 towels, two more than last year. We got more than enough of all the items that go with the towels to make the 54 kits. You are all so giving and we thank you. Right after Easter, we will assemble the kits and box them up for shipping. They will ship the first week of May to Lutheran World Relief. From there they go around the world to communities suffering from natural disasters, disease or famine. We are helping others who aren’t as blessed as we are. Again, thank you.

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