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,...

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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.

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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...

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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.

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Michael Stetzler

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...

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...

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...

Suffering (pt. 2)

Suffering (pt. 2)

Today's devotion was written by Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Text: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 One...

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Suffering

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson Isaiah 52:13-53:12    ...

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FOOD

FOOD

RESOURCES & SUPPORT (ROSEVILLE AREA) Keystone Community Services Address: 1800 University Ave...

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Community Lunch

Community Lunch

Sunday, November 1611:45am Join us for our November Community Lunch on Sunday, November 16 at...

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Cloud of Saints

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes The Cloud of Saints is up in the Sanctuary. So...

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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...

Suffering (pt. 2)

Suffering (pt. 2)

Today's devotion was written by Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Text: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 One...

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Suffering

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson Isaiah 52:13-53:12    ...

read more
FOOD

FOOD

RESOURCES & SUPPORT (ROSEVILLE AREA) Keystone Community Services Address: 1800 University Ave...

read more
Community Lunch

Community Lunch

Sunday, November 1611:45am Join us for our November Community Lunch on Sunday, November 16 at...

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Cloud of Saints

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes The Cloud of Saints is up in the Sanctuary. So...

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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...

Suffering (pt. 2)

Suffering (pt. 2)

Today's devotion was written by Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Text: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 One...

read more

Suffering

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson Isaiah 52:13-53:12    ...

read more
FOOD

FOOD

RESOURCES & SUPPORT (ROSEVILLE AREA) Keystone Community Services Address: 1800 University Ave...

read more
Community Lunch

Community Lunch

Sunday, November 1611:45am Join us for our November Community Lunch on Sunday, November 16 at...

read more

Cloud of Saints

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes The Cloud of Saints is up in the Sanctuary. So...

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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.