STORY MATTERS
2024 ANNUAL REPORT
God’s work. Our hands.
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. Julene used this statement by Dolly Parton in the prayers email on September 3rd and it got me thinking about the theme for this past Sunday, “God’s work. Our hands.” “I don't practice [faith] – I live it. I think people try too hard. I talk to God like He is my best friend. I just go around talking to Him sometimes. You live by example. You teach by example. You learn by example, don't you think? I think if somebody saw me in my house,...
Giving Statements
We continue to give thanks for the amazing generosity of the members of Prince of Peace! Your gifts of your time, talents and financial resources help us share God’s love in our local community and in the world. Giving Statements through the end of August were emailed on Monday, September 14th. If you didn’t receive your statement, or if you have any questions, please contact us as bookkeeper@poproseville.org.
Youth
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. I’ve been volunteering with the youth at PoP since 1988. I’ve now been able to see some of these youth as incredible parents, too. It’s always gratifying to get to see the youth I’ve worked with once they’re older, as there’s no guarantee how life’s journey will treat them, and it’s fun to catch up. I’ve also been fortunate to stay connected with many of them, and it’s always nice when they return to PoP. I’ve been asked many times how...
A Letter from the Pastor
Dear Friends,
What an incredible year it has been for Prince of Peace! As we reflect on all that we have experienced and accomplished together, I am reminded of the power of stories—stories that shape us, connect us, and inspire us to live out our faith in meaningful ways. That is why our theme for this year, Story Matters, has felt so timely and transformative.
In the compilation of this Annual Report, you will find the stories of our congregation: stories of faith in action, of hope shared, of lives touched by the love of God. These are not just reports of numbers or activities; they are glimpses of how our ministry teams are living into our mission to build the church and love the world.
MISSION
We are claimed, gathered, and sent to build the Church and love the World.
VISION
Our vision is for a vibrant community that seeks a transformational relationship with God, our neighbors, and one another, while responding authentically, creatively, and justly to the most compelling needs of our community.
More Ministry Stories
Reports from our staff and ministry leaders.
BUILDING THE CHURCH
Pentecost
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Steve Sveom. There are three primary festival days in the Christian calendar. Christmas and Easter are the first two. Jesus’ birth, death and resurrection are the focus. The third key festival is...
PoP Community Rosefest Celebration
Saturday, June 276pm-9pm Volunteers are needed to help on June 27 prior to Rosefest fireworks at PoP's "Party in the Parking Lot." Volunteers arrive around 5:30pm and help with hospitality, cooking, and welcoming those who are watching the fireworks from Prince of...
Semi-Annual Meeting
Semi-Annual MeetingSunday, June 2810:30amPoP Sanctuary
That’s the Spirit!
Today’s author is Prince of Peace member Bob Reichman. Acts 2: 1-21; Philippians 4: 4-7 I’m not very good at praying, especially out loud. I’m not proud of it, and I’m not ashamed of it, that’s just me. OK, I’m a little ashamed of it. You can ask some people to say a...
Sola Angor
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Anyone who has made more than a few trips around the sun has their month, their week, their day. May is my month. This week is my week. May 22 is my day. It was on...
The Christ Hymn?
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Scott Tunseth. Philippians 2:6-11 is often called “The Christ Hymn” (the Carmen Christi in Latin). But is it a hymn? And does it pre-date Paul, as many have suggested, or did Paul himself compose it? Let’s start with whether it...
Monarca Democracy Defense Training
Wednesday, May 27 | 6pmSt. Michael's Lutheran Church Many of you remember when several individuals from Prince of Peace attended Monarca's Legal Observer Training in January during the occupation. Looking to November, Monarca will be doing a non-partisan "Democracy...
Look to the Interests of Others
Christ crowned with thorns by Dieric Bouts, c. 1470. Today's author is Prince of Peace member Scott Tunseth. This week we hear the first half of the second chapter of Paul’s Letter to the Philippians. And what a profound and beautiful message it is. Paul is writing to...
Pray without ceasing
May 31-June 21 Worship Series Prayer is something we often think we should just be able to do because, well, we believe. We forget that Jesus had to teach his disciples how to pray. In our first summer series, we will be using the acronym ACTS to teach...
Sunday Forum is on summer break!
The forum at 9:40am will return in the fall!
In hope we were saved
Today's author is PrincePrince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. In hope we...
Suffering (pt. 2)
Today's devotion was written by Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Text: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 One...
Sunday Forum | December 7
Dry Bones “‘Da foot bone connected to ‘da ankle bone; ‘de ankle bone connected to ‘da leg bone;da...
You’re Invited to Hope
Advent 2025 November 30, December 7, December 14, December 21 Christmas Eve Worships at 3pm,...
Suffering
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson Isaiah 52:13-53:12 ...
Sunday Forum | November 30
9:40am Stories of Hope Stories of Hope - Bob and Marilyn Reichman on hope and loss....
What principle would you die for?
Today's author is PrincePrince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. Anne Lamott...
Let Justice Roll Down
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Paul Sponheim Let justice roll down like waters and...
Office Hours November 17-23
Monday (11/17)8:30-4Tuesday (11/18)8:30-3Wednesday (11/19)12:30-4Thursday (11/20)8:30-4Friday...
A just God, a just people
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Bob Reichman Amos 1:1-2; 5:14-15, 21-24. One of my...
FOOD
RESOURCES & SUPPORT (ROSEVILLE AREA) Keystone Community Services Address: 1800 University Ave...
Sunday Forum | November 23
Biblical Reflections The Transition Team will lead Biblical Reflections on Community....
Every Blade of Grass
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. Even though you...
Elijah – A Discouraged Prophet
Lonely – Frightened – Tired Today's author is Prince of Peace member Joyce Armstrong We continue...
Office Hours November 10-16
Monday (11/10)8:30-4Tuesday (11/11)8:30-4Wednesday (11/12)8:30-4Thursday (11/13)8:30-4Friday...
What are you doing, Elijah?
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Jim Armstrong 1 Kings 19:1-18 God says, Where are you,...
Advent Decorating
Saturday, November 29 | 9-11am All are welcome at this family friendly event.
Advent Wreath Readers & Lighters
Advent wreath lighting volunteers are needed for Sundays at 8:30am & 10:45am. 2 volunteers at...
Sunday Forum | November 16
The Suffering Servant in Isaiah Cameron Howard, professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary,...
Remembering the Saints
Today's author is Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. 1 Kings 19:1-18 My third year in...
Office Hours November 3-9
Monday (11/3)8:30-4Tuesday (11/4)8:30-4Wednesday (11/5)8:30-4Thursday (11/6)8:30-4Friday...
Confirmed in God’s Name and Love
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes On Sunday, four confirmands were confirmed in...
Community Lunch
Sunday, November 1611:45am Join us for our November Community Lunch on Sunday, November 16 at...
Spooky Music 2025
Recording Available If you were unable to attend Spooky Music and would like to watch, please...
All Saints’ Sunday
Sunday, November 2 Join us for worship on Sunday November 2 at 8:30 and 10:45. We will be...
Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie
Wednesday, November 26 Worship @ 6:30pm; Pie to follow Join us Wednesday, November 26 at 6:30pm...
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Wednesday, November 19; 7:00pm Join the Reconciling in Christ team and PoP Rocks Youth Group for a...
Cloud of Saints
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes The Cloud of Saints is up in the Sanctuary. So...
The Suffering Servant
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Anne Haugan Isaiah 52:13 – 53:12 According to Halley’s...
Sunday Forum | November 9
Bible Reflections on Community Led by the Prince of Peace Transition Team...
LOVING THE WORLD
Youth
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. I’ve been volunteering with the youth at PoP since 1988. I’ve now been able to see some of these youth as incredible parents, too. It’s always gratifying to get to see the youth I’ve worked with once they’re...
In hope we were saved
Today's author is PrincePrince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. In hope we...
Suffering (pt. 2)
Today's devotion was written by Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Text: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 One...
Sunday Forum | December 7
Dry Bones “‘Da foot bone connected to ‘da ankle bone; ‘de ankle bone connected to ‘da leg bone;da...
You’re Invited to Hope
Advent 2025 November 30, December 7, December 14, December 21 Christmas Eve Worships at 3pm,...
Suffering
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson Isaiah 52:13-53:12 ...
Sunday Forum | November 30
9:40am Stories of Hope Stories of Hope - Bob and Marilyn Reichman on hope and loss....
What principle would you die for?
Today's author is PrincePrince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. Anne Lamott...
Let Justice Roll Down
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Paul Sponheim Let justice roll down like waters and...
Office Hours November 17-23
Monday (11/17)8:30-4Tuesday (11/18)8:30-3Wednesday (11/19)12:30-4Thursday (11/20)8:30-4Friday...
A just God, a just people
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Bob Reichman Amos 1:1-2; 5:14-15, 21-24. One of my...
FOOD
RESOURCES & SUPPORT (ROSEVILLE AREA) Keystone Community Services Address: 1800 University Ave...
Sunday Forum | November 23
Biblical Reflections The Transition Team will lead Biblical Reflections on Community....
Every Blade of Grass
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. Even though you...
Elijah – A Discouraged Prophet
Lonely – Frightened – Tired Today's author is Prince of Peace member Joyce Armstrong We continue...
Office Hours November 10-16
Monday (11/10)8:30-4Tuesday (11/11)8:30-4Wednesday (11/12)8:30-4Thursday (11/13)8:30-4Friday...
What are you doing, Elijah?
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Jim Armstrong 1 Kings 19:1-18 God says, Where are you,...
Advent Decorating
Saturday, November 29 | 9-11am All are welcome at this family friendly event.
Advent Wreath Readers & Lighters
Advent wreath lighting volunteers are needed for Sundays at 8:30am & 10:45am. 2 volunteers at...
Sunday Forum | November 16
The Suffering Servant in Isaiah Cameron Howard, professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary,...
Remembering the Saints
Today's author is Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. 1 Kings 19:1-18 My third year in...
Office Hours November 3-9
Monday (11/3)8:30-4Tuesday (11/4)8:30-4Wednesday (11/5)8:30-4Thursday (11/6)8:30-4Friday...
Confirmed in God’s Name and Love
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes On Sunday, four confirmands were confirmed in...
Community Lunch
Sunday, November 1611:45am Join us for our November Community Lunch on Sunday, November 16 at...
Spooky Music 2025
Recording Available If you were unable to attend Spooky Music and would like to watch, please...
All Saints’ Sunday
Sunday, November 2 Join us for worship on Sunday November 2 at 8:30 and 10:45. We will be...
Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie
Wednesday, November 26 Worship @ 6:30pm; Pie to follow Join us Wednesday, November 26 at 6:30pm...
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Wednesday, November 19; 7:00pm Join the Reconciling in Christ team and PoP Rocks Youth Group for a...
Cloud of Saints
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes The Cloud of Saints is up in the Sanctuary. So...
The Suffering Servant
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Anne Haugan Isaiah 52:13 – 53:12 According to Halley’s...
Sunday Forum | November 9
Bible Reflections on Community Led by the Prince of Peace Transition Team...
MINISTRY SUPPORT
Youth
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. I’ve been volunteering with the youth at PoP since 1988. I’ve now been able to see some of these youth as incredible parents, too. It’s always gratifying to get to see the youth I’ve worked with once they’re...
In hope we were saved
Today's author is PrincePrince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. In hope we...
Suffering (pt. 2)
Today's devotion was written by Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Text: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 One...
Sunday Forum | December 7
Dry Bones “‘Da foot bone connected to ‘da ankle bone; ‘de ankle bone connected to ‘da leg bone;da...
You’re Invited to Hope
Advent 2025 November 30, December 7, December 14, December 21 Christmas Eve Worships at 3pm,...
Suffering
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson Isaiah 52:13-53:12 ...
Sunday Forum | November 30
9:40am Stories of Hope Stories of Hope - Bob and Marilyn Reichman on hope and loss....
What principle would you die for?
Today's author is PrincePrince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. Anne Lamott...
Let Justice Roll Down
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Paul Sponheim Let justice roll down like waters and...
Office Hours November 17-23
Monday (11/17)8:30-4Tuesday (11/18)8:30-3Wednesday (11/19)12:30-4Thursday (11/20)8:30-4Friday...
A just God, a just people
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Bob Reichman Amos 1:1-2; 5:14-15, 21-24. One of my...
FOOD
RESOURCES & SUPPORT (ROSEVILLE AREA) Keystone Community Services Address: 1800 University Ave...
Sunday Forum | November 23
Biblical Reflections The Transition Team will lead Biblical Reflections on Community....
Every Blade of Grass
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. Even though you...
Elijah – A Discouraged Prophet
Lonely – Frightened – Tired Today's author is Prince of Peace member Joyce Armstrong We continue...
Office Hours November 10-16
Monday (11/10)8:30-4Tuesday (11/11)8:30-4Wednesday (11/12)8:30-4Thursday (11/13)8:30-4Friday...
What are you doing, Elijah?
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Jim Armstrong 1 Kings 19:1-18 God says, Where are you,...
Advent Decorating
Saturday, November 29 | 9-11am All are welcome at this family friendly event.
Advent Wreath Readers & Lighters
Advent wreath lighting volunteers are needed for Sundays at 8:30am & 10:45am. 2 volunteers at...
Sunday Forum | November 16
The Suffering Servant in Isaiah Cameron Howard, professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary,...
Remembering the Saints
Today's author is Intentional Interim Pastor, Steve Sylvester. 1 Kings 19:1-18 My third year in...
Office Hours November 3-9
Monday (11/3)8:30-4Tuesday (11/4)8:30-4Wednesday (11/5)8:30-4Thursday (11/6)8:30-4Friday...
Confirmed in God’s Name and Love
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes On Sunday, four confirmands were confirmed in...
Community Lunch
Sunday, November 1611:45am Join us for our November Community Lunch on Sunday, November 16 at...
Spooky Music 2025
Recording Available If you were unable to attend Spooky Music and would like to watch, please...
All Saints’ Sunday
Sunday, November 2 Join us for worship on Sunday November 2 at 8:30 and 10:45. We will be...
Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie
Wednesday, November 26 Worship @ 6:30pm; Pie to follow Join us Wednesday, November 26 at 6:30pm...
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Wednesday, November 19; 7:00pm Join the Reconciling in Christ team and PoP Rocks Youth Group for a...
Cloud of Saints
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes The Cloud of Saints is up in the Sanctuary. So...
The Suffering Servant
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Anne Haugan Isaiah 52:13 – 53:12 According to Halley’s...
Sunday Forum | November 9
Bible Reflections on Community Led by the Prince of Peace Transition Team...
VALUES
THIS IS WHAT WE VALUE…
We welcome all of God’s children through open doors to be in RELATIONSHIP with one another and with God in ever deepening ways.
We respond with GENEROSITY to the world, reflecting the abundance of God’s love present in our lives and made available to all.
CARING for each other, our neighbors and all of God’s creation as we are inspired to offer genuine compassion and love.
We nurture the FAITH given to each of us, listening for how God’s story informs our own and practicing our response.
We are always LEARNING, remaining curious about God’s ever-changing world and our place within it.
Addendum to the Annual Report
Reports from our partners in ministry & detailed financial reports of the congregation.





















