An Archive of Previous Issues of "The Tidings" from 2011

. . . with just a few examples of the articles included in each issue.

February 2012

January 2012

December 2011

November 2011

October 2011
Join the conversation - from Java with Jesus to Theology on Tap. Connect with fellow Disciples. Get ready for the Christmas Musical. Read about story-telling at the ELCA Churchwide Assembly. Walk with Jesus and give generously. Enjoy Rally-Day photos. Catch up on Music and Worship, the Book Group, scouts and religious awards, Wonderful Wednesdays, and mission trips, and Council Clippings.

September 2011
Rally Day and Picnic; Confirmation classes begin; educational opportunities for adults and children. Faith stories sought for mutual encouragement. Singers and ringers get back into the swing. Thank yous for congregational generosity. Reports from Confirmation camp and VBS. Plan now for youth in New Orleans next summer. Activities for all including Fall Hike, Wonderful Wednesdays, Book Group.

August 2011
Vacation Bible School is 8/8-12. The theme is Re-New. Rally Day is coming on September 11 - Picnic at Noon. This fall, host congregational conversations. Be a Bibilcal Story Teller. On 8/28, hear about the ELCA churchwide assembly which takes place in Orlando, Florida from 8/15-19. Read an encouraging note from a Sunday School Teacher. Plan to participate in the upcoming photo directory. Mark your calendars for the ELCA Youth gathering next July - and informational meeting 9/18. YouthWorks youth thank you for the car wash proceeds.

July 2011
Summer worship at 9:30; coffee and conversation following at 10:30. Pastor Lutz shares questions about the changing society and the role of the Church. Feel free to reciprocate and share your concerns. Summer music ensembles - bells on 7/31, choir on 8/14, orchestra on 8/28. Report on the New Jersey Synod ELCA Assembly in June. VBS is coming August 8-12. Find ways to share your gifts.

June 2011
The Easter season ends on June 5 with Confirmation Sunday. The Next Steps Task Force will report on June 26 at a Congregational Meeting between worship services. Read the Stewardship Essay about learning to fly. Plan to attend the Missions Fair. Also inside - the pillow project; clothing drive; Valentine thank-you; Cherry Tree club news; Lord's Prayer artwork; Spotlight on High School Graduates; new disciples.

May 2011
A month of Easter Sundays... Bosnia trip preparation, welcome new disciples, First Holy Communion, our relationship with Jesus, youth-led worship. Where have you seen God's amazing grace and transformative power at work in your life? Additional highlights - Mission Fair on June 4; new music CD "Gifted by Grace;" photodirectory announced; work-day success; thank-yous from Redeemer's Food Pantry and Mercer Street Friends.

April 2011
Before Easter arrives, tell someone what being a Christian means to you. Share your faith through music. Youth earn a Religious Emblem Award. First Communion will be May 15. Property work day, April 2. Easter baskets due April 10. News of Wonderful Wednesdays, Book Group, Youth Group, and Prince of Peace disciples inside.

March 2011
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent on March 9. Disciples use "Unbinding Your Heart" to deepen their prayer life and share their faith in preparation for Easter on April 24. This Lenten season also includes Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer. New Jersey Synod Conference on Congregational Ministries takes place March 19. Scout Sunday March 20. Read about new council members.

February 2011
"Unbinding Your Heart" - Lent begins in March with prayer and faith sharing. Storytellers are invited to participate in worship. Be who you are; see what you have; do what matters. Thank you to Scott Hawkinson, Al Parker, Karlfried Froehlich and Jane Wiese for the new brochure introducing Prince of Peace’s stained glass windows. More news inside on First Communion classes, Parish Care, Social Outreach, book studies, Wonderful Wednesdays, and the Youth Group. Meet Ted Wells.

January 2011
Joyful disciples live their faith through Synod Hunger Day, book discussion, second-mile giving, Valentine boxes, Thanksgiving dinner, Advent Giving Tree and Operation Christmas Child. Learning continues for Pastor and Disciples alike, from young to old. News includes year-end finances and 2011 budget, Youth Minister, music ministry, and reception of new members. The Congregational Meeting is February 6, 2011.

December 2010
Prepare for Christmas - Musical, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, First Sunday of Christmas! Bring a friend! First communion classes start in January. Stephanie Kuhn reports from Kenya. Envision yourself being involved with the Book Group, Parish Care, Mission Trip, Cherry Tree Club, Youth Group, Second Mile Giving. Welcome new Prince of Peace Diciples.

November 2010
With Reformation Sunday, All Saints Sunday, and the culmination of the church year on Christ the King Sunday (11/21), music at Prince of Peace is in full swing. It is also the season to pray about giving, and, for those participating in Thrivent, to designate "Choice Dollars." The new year begins on 11/28 with the start of Advent. The Christmas Dinner is set for Sunday, 12/5. The Christmas Musical will take place on Friday 12/17. From discussion groups to service, find ways to connect with other disciples, and grow in your walk with the Lord.

October 2010
This tidings is full of opportunities - for adult discipleship training, to prepare for the Christmas musical, to plan for Youth Works next summer, and to be involved with other disciples in small groups. There is also a recap of August and September, with VBS and Rally Day, and comments from the neighbor survey.

September 2010
Prince of Peace is the place to be as we kick off the new year. Neighbors are invited to Rally Day on September 12. Highlights include Biblical Story telling and the annual fall picnic. Orientation for discipleship training and confirmation (now for 6,7,8 graders) is the following week. The music program is in full swing for all ages on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Youth engage in a mystery lockin, and, on the 26th, present last summer's Youth Works trip. Plan now for next summer. Be a joyful disciple living the Faith.

August 2010
Get to know folks inside and outside of the church during August, and gear up for September. Take a look at the Master Plan, and envision what you would like to see at Prince of Peace. Reflect on how God has gifted you, and get involved. Opportunities abound, including Parish Care, Youth Group, and music. Update your calendar, starting with VBS 8/16-20, Property Work Day on 8/28 and Teacher Training on 9/11. Read what the Cherry Tree Club means to parents. and thank you for visiting us online.

July 2010
Fostering Community - at Prince of Peace and in your neighborhood. 9:30 Worship followed by Study and Stroll. Events - Disciples confirmed 6/6; Back-to-Church Sunday 9/12; Baobab Blast 8/16-20; Youth gatherings. Opportunities - acolyte training; summer worhsip music; Vacation Bible School; Summer Reading; Book Group; Giving Tree. News and Articles - Synod Assembly report, Oil Spill update, Thrivent Choice, Ordinary Time and Miracle Time. Stay in touch - bring back a bulletin; chat with the Pastor.

June 2010
Pr. Paul Lutz Introduces the Summer Experiment. We celebrate with First Communicants. We anticipate Confirmation, Blessing, Ministry, Spiritual Gifts, and the Master Plan in June. Minister of Music Doug Helvering expresses his gratitude for disciples at Prince of Peace. Karlfried Froelich's family and friends bless us with music from our Lutheran heritage. We are getting ready for Vacation Bible school. Other ways to be involved: Luke study, Campus Ministry, Christmas in July, Youthworks, Youth Group, and Nursery. Get acquainted with our high school graduates in the "Spotlight."

May 2010
Easter Season culminates in Pentecost on May 23. Learn what you can do to unify the body of Christ and grow God's kingdom. Celebrate with the First Holy Communion Class. Receive a blessing as children and youth choirs lead worship on Mother's Day. Get ready for Vacation Bible School which will take place August 16-20. Also coming - the Summer Reading Club. Serve God in faith through daily life. Connect with other disciples at Prince of Peace, as well as our neighbors. Pray for one another.

April 2010
Easter Season begins. Retreat for all disciples on April 24. Music news. Openings for worship leaders. Fellowship opportunities - Theology on Tap, Book Group, Property Work Day. More Valentine "thank yous." Bob Durie to succeed David New as congregational president. Thoughts and plans for a vital congregation. Youth fundraising dinner April 17.

March 2010
Opportunities for worship, study and service during lent. All disciples are encouraged to use the devotional guide "Water for Your Soul." Invitations to discussion groups, including Theology on Tap, the Book Group, and the Wednesday 12:30 group. News about the Conference on Congregational Ministries, the congregational meeting, scouts, music, Wonderful Wednesdays, and youth. Upcoming events: workday on April 10; concerts on April 16 and May 2; first Holy Communion May 2. Thank yous - Valentine care packages and Nava Jeevan ministry. Informative notes on alleluias and finances. Spotlight on Joe & Cathy Zuccarello.

February 2010
A call for renewed discipleship as Lent begins on Ash Wednesday (2/17). Opportunities include
"Water for Your Soul" devotional reading, storytelling on Palm Sunday (3/28), family activities, and Wednesday soup suppers followed by Evening Prayer. A reminder of the Souper Bowl of Caring. Announcements including the monthly book group, music education and events, Scout Sunday on March 14. Also, the History of the Bible at 12:30 on Wednesdays, and Living the Questions at 8 PM. The Spotlight this month is on Kathy Slothower.

January 2010
Recall the excellent Christmas musical, and reflect on gift-giving. Come to the Annual Meeting on January 31 from 9:45-10:45 to hear updates on ministries and plans at Prince of Peace. Rejoice with Ann Rosendale at her ordination. Plan to hear the St. Olaf choir. Decide how you will be involved - Wonderful Wednesdays, First Communion classes, Book Group, Religious Youth Emblem, Musikgarten, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, Parish Care, Valentine's Packages, Youth Group, Adult Study of Galatians, Java with Josh. Receive "thank you's" for your many contributions. Pray for those connected to Prince of Peace. Anticipate! Celebrate!

December 2009
Disciples prepare for Christmas with "Advent Reflections," and thinking of friends to invite to worship with us. Christmas events include the musical "Jesus, Light of the World," Christmas Eve, and Christmas day worship services, and Lessons and Carols on the First Sunday of Christmas. First Communion Classes begin in January, 2010. Learn about folks from Prince of Peace who are involved in community music, plays, and other activities. See photos from the CROP walk.

November 2009
The congregation moves forward to create a master plan, which will provide a coherent setting for growing our ministry. During November, disciples are encouraged to experience personal growth through increased giving. Seasonal events include the Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Worship, advent wreath making, the Prince of Peace Christmas Dinner on Sunday, December 6, musical celebrations, and Taise-inspired worship at Princeton University Chapel. Outreach opportunities include the advent giving tree for Lutheran Social Ministries and operation Christmas Child. The Spotlight is on Lindsey Santamaria, a student at Princeton Theological Seminary, who will be our new Youth Minister. Enjoy photos from the September Youth Group lock-in, and plan for the Youthworks Mission Trip in Washington DC next summer.

October 2009
Sets forth the Adult Training Opportunities from "Java with Josh" to "Invitation to Journey" a course that explores using "Faith as a Journey," "Taking the Bible Seriously" and others. An article asks: "What is your best Evangelism/Mission Idea?" The PoP Music Schedule is under construction by Doug Helvering. Scott Hawkinson's Work to be performed by the Rutgers Alumni Wind Symphony Concert on 12/19. Information about the "Musikgarten" at Prince of Peace. Upcoming Events for the Youth Group, and "Theology on Tap" returns! Read about what it offers. Crop Walk is set for October 18th. Youthworks Mission Trip is oganizing for Summer of 2010. Rally Day pictures, and a Spotlight on Megan and Doug Helvering.

Sept 2009
Property Work Day; Rally Day activities (9/13); Congregational Meeting announced; Sunday School and Confirmation Orientation; Ministry positions open for Spiritual Gifts Coordinator and Youth Minister; Welcome Dr. Doug Helvering as Minister of Music; Wonderful Wednesdays parent meeting 9/16; WW includes God's Children Sing for birth to 5 yrs; Youth Bell Choir reheasal time may change; ELCA Youth Gathering was fun and inspiring; SPARK Curriculum inaugurated; Book Groups read "Passage to India" by E.M. Forster and "The Shack" by Paul Young; Lutheran Campus Ministry; Christmas in July was success; Spotlight on student seminarians Josh Scott and Alex Martini.

Aug 2009
Summer Worship and Forum Schedule; Vacation Bible School explores Disovery Canyon (8/17-21); Nava Jeevan Lutheran Mission is born; Bell choirs announced; Musikgarten open house; Fall mission trip to Biloxi being formed; Summer Reading Club continues; Book Group resumes in September; Core Values of the NJ Synod described; Presiding Bishop calls for prayer for ELCA Churchwide Assembly (8/17); Report on Youthworks Trip to Lynn, MA; Ministry positions open for Minister of Music, Spiritual Gifts Minister, and Youth Minister; Survey anticipates Congregational meeting on 9/27.

July 2009
Affirmation of Baptism and Confirmation of 9 Disciples; Summer Worship Schedule and Forums; Musikgarten can be accessed at www.musiciansinthemaking.com; a Thank You from Christin Barnhardt; VBS begins soon; Meeting of the Book Group to read: "My Life in France" by Julia Child; Information from the NJSynod Assembly; Youth Group going to the ELCA National Youth Gathering in New Orleans; The "Giving Tree" in July - what is it?; Thrivent's "Simply Giving" program explained; Usefulness of the "Book of Faith" and how it supports Congregation Leaders; Spotlight on 3 High School Graduates.

June 2009
First Communion Class; Christin Barnhardt, Minister of Music, leaving to serve a church in Winston-salem, NC; Affirmation of Baptism and Rite of Confirmation; PoP Children's Choirs recognized; Youth Car Wash between Services; Musikgarten coming to PoP; Summer Reading Club's year long goal of reading 400 books!; Julie and Jason Lillis leaving for their new positions in NC; Youth Picnic; Cherry Tree Club Sunday; Looking for a new member of the Finance Team; Mercia Bachmann and her example of leaving a gift in her will; Bishop encourages congregations to Pray for the Church-wide Assembly in August; update on our Ministry Dreams/Goals planning; 15 New Disciples at PoP; Eric Somers awarded the Eagle Scout Award for his work on a Genealogical Project; Article by Ann Rosendale "The Third Place"; an introduction of new Disciple, Lindsey Long.

May 2009
"How Lutherans Interpret the Bible" is a class facilitated by Pr. Lutz from 4/29 through 6/10/14; Pentercost Sunday, sign up to speak in a Language other than English; Community Christian Choir Schedule; Central Jersey Wind Ensemble 5/2; Adopt a Garden; Creating Community Emails sent twice weekly; Summer Reading Club coming; First Holy Communion Class; Faith Formation Clinic with Pr Lutz, 5/30 LTS-Philadelphia; CrossRoads Camp; College Aid available through the Wurffel Memorial Fund; Spring Schedule for the Youth Group; Spring Clothing Drive; Camp Noah looking for Volunteers; We are now in Phase Three of our Mission; Spotlight on Bente Ott.

April 2009
Holy Week and Easter Worship; Easter Sunday Brunch signup; New Young Adult Ministry called Theology on Tap meeting for 4 wks at TGIF; New Disciples being welcomed by Baptism and Affirmation of Baptism; The "Book of Faith" join the conversation; Upcoming Concerts at Prince of Peace from Saturday 4/4 to 6/13; Property Work Day; Assistant Minister position; Easter Egg Hunt; Council Clippings; the new Spark Sunday School Curriculum and other information.

March 2009
Come "Soup" with us on Wednesdays with the Lenten Soup Suppers; Lenten Mid Week Services and the Holden Evening Prayer Service; Lenten Wednesday Night Study - "The Lord's Prayer for Everyone"; Your Secret Prayer Partner; Inviting to Church; Confirmation Students to lead Service; Who Me - Assisting Minister? What would I need to do?; Scout Sunday on March 15th; 20th Annual Conference on Congregational Ministries; The "Spark" Sunday School Curriculum, and other information.

February 2009
Lent Begins!; The Souper Bowl of Caring; Christmas Musical can still be heard by going to our website; What will you do - or not do - this Lent? A note from Pr. Lutz; Planning Scout Sunday; PoP Facebook begins; About the "Lutherans in Diaspora" annual conference; First Communion Classes have begun; Online Confirmation Class begins in this Lenten Season; In Phase two of our Mission Development Program; Summer Mission Trips being planned; Spotlight on Phyllis Church; PoP Culture Youth News; Council Clippings.

January 2009
A detailed description of the many Small Groups active at Prince of Peace Church during 2009; Note from Pr. Lutz regarding Gift-Giving Christmas practices; Congregational Meeting Sunday, Jan 25; Bishop Mark Hanson holds Open Forum for the NJ Synod; Christmas Musical a big success; Wonderful Wednesdays Meals for 2009; the several phases of God's Mission for Prince of Peace Church and where we are at this time; Book Group and First Communion Classes described; Valentine's Day Packages for our Students; "What New" at our Website; New Members; Council Clippings and others.

December 2008
Christmas Dinner 12/7; an Open Forum with ELCA Presiding Bishop, Mark Hanson, 12/6; Advent Devotionals available; "Behold that Star" a special Christmas Celebration Event; Concerts by the Central Jersey Wind Ensemble and Kinnara - a choral Christmas Concert; "God's Mission - Our Purpose"; Decorating for Christmas; Pop Website has been redesigned; First Communion Classes; About the Cherry Tree Club; Christmas Traditions at PoP; Spotlight on Dave and Nancy Herrington.

November 2008
Music News: Sinfonetta Nova, a newly formed orchestra based in West Windsor, will perform Beethoven’s 4th and 7th Symphonies; POP Concert Series (POP-CS) will have its second concert at 7:30 PM on December 6. The POP-CS provides local musicians the opportunity to perform in our
church. Beth Garber has joined PoP as our Student Seminarian; Fall 2008 Adult Grow - Study Opportunities; Prayer Requests, Birthdays, Anniversaries as well.

October 2008
Fall 2008 Adult Grow - Study Opportunities; The new PoP Purpose statement and card were introduced on Rally Day. We are in the midst of a seven week sermon series where we are exploring what it means; PoP Welcomes Music Intern Chris Casciello to work with the Adult Choir; PoP’s Very Own Christmas Musical: Under Construction; VBS Rain Forest Takes Over Prince Of Peace! Task Forces Meet to Start God Is At it Again Planning.

September 2008
Rally Day; Blessing of the Backpacks; Affirmation of the Ministry of Education; PoP Picnic; Website page now with Christian Trivia; Forums available onLine; Choirs and Bell Choirs restart; Wonderful Wednesdays begin again and Cookbook Sale to benefit Hurricaine Relief, and many other subjects.

August 2008
Forum Series; Refurbishing our classrooms; the Summer Reading Club; Mark Fields serving in the Intervarsity Christian Fellowship in Egypt; Notes from the Council Meeting; Thrivent Builds in Trenton;
Eric Somers participated in the American Legion Boys State Program at Rider University, and others.

July 2008
Confirmation Class; Our Student Seminarians graduate; "Opening the Book of Faith"; the Marks of Discipleship; Fourth Annual Summer Forum Series; "God is at it again" - what is this about?; From the NJ Synod Convention; "Pillows for Marines"; the Christmas Tree in July and others.

June 2008
Church Sundays in June; Ringers to Tour Handbell Factory; Affirmation of Baptism and the Rite of Baptism; Strawberry Social; Cherry Tree Sunday; the Christian Focus Group began to study Classic Mythology; Remarkable Women of Christian History; the Summer Reading Club and others.

May 2008
Special Sunday Services in May; Pentecost Sunday; PoP Concert Series launched; Fuma Sacra
Concert; Remarkable Women of Christian History; "Souper Bowl" fundraiser in support of the Food Pantry; the Rainforest VBS is coming!; the Wurfell Memorial Fund for College Aid, and others.

April 2008
Studying Bible Texts We Don’t Read in Church, with Julie Lillis; Nightingale Ringers "on the road"; Linda Fields will be presenting a Musikgarten Spring Preview for prospective teachers; Akaloo and the focus
for Easter; Women's weekend retreat; the "Valentine Care Packages" arrived! and other subjects.

March 2008
Holy Week Worship Services; Easter Brunch; Calling all Scouts!; Newcomers' gatherings; God Is At It Again! as told by Martin Rexroad at the Annual Meeting; Property Work Day; "Go to the Movies at Prince
of Peace" - featuring "Conversations with God"; Christian Seder; Summer Youth Mission Trip and others.

February 2008
Lent begins; Souper Bowl of Caring; Guest Choir Director, Andrew Megill coming to Prince of Peace Church; First Communion Classes begin; OnLine Confirmation Classes; Ministry Recognition -
Worship & Music Team, Martha Winder, Karen Pontell; Spotlight on Rick Day & Ellen Gakis-Day.

January 2008
Welcome Fuma Sacra, PoP’s Ensemble in Residence, you’re Invited to BachFest on January 26; Christmas Program appreciation; Learn More About the Roots of Christianity this Lent; Ministry Recognition - Stewardship:Joan New; Youth Group News and others.

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