STORY MATTERS
2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Bus Driver
Today's author is Naomi Sveholm. Naomi is a missionary with Central Europe Teachers teaching English at a bilingual Lutheran high school in Bratislava, Slovakia with her spouse and two children. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsR7oPHBN08 The song “Bus Driver” by Caedmon’s Call tells the story of a bus driver faithfully orbiting the town. Although the Ashbury sign is gone, people still wait, knowing the bus will arrive. Regular riders include bank and retail workers, whose jobs the driver...
Peace
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. His final day of ministry was Sunday, September 6. We thank Steve for his gifts and wish him well as he ventures onward from Prince of Peace. “If you greet only your brothers and sisters, what more are you doing than others?”Matthew 5:47a I’ve been tooting Prince of Peace’s horn since before I came to serve as your interim, dating back to June of 2023, when this congregation went out of its way and was so welcoming...
Open Doors: Going God’s Way
September 20-October 18 Worship Series As we begin our program year our overall theme will be “Open Doors.” God’s door is always open and inviting us in. Do we enter individually and as a church? How does the door swing the other way to let God into our lives? And finally, how do we open our doors to the world around us and go out the doors to serve? Our theme of the first series of the program year is “Open Doors: Going God’s Way. "This series will look at how biblical characters reacted to...
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
Restoration
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Debbie Jorgens. God will restore you, even if your body has to die first. The other day I was reminded of a sweet, simple hymn that endeared itself to me years ago: “Have No Fear, Little Flock” (ELW 764). In difficult times or...
Life Haven Make A Meal
Sundays | March 22, April 19, May 17 LifeHaven Transitional Living provides short-term transitional housing for young women, ages 16 and 17 and their children, who are experiencing homelessness. We offer a safe place where the mothers can work on life skills and...
2026 Masterworks
The Body of Christ Once again, Prince of Peace Chancel Choir “and friends” will be presenting a spring Masterwork entitled The Body of Christ by Pepper Choplin. We invite all interested singers to join us to rehearse and perform this cantata that follows the...
A Word of Promise
Text: John 4:46-54; 5:1-18 Photo: Ales Krivec on Unsplash Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Debbie Jorgens. The writer of John’s gospel gives us two back-to-back contrasting stories about healing - the first centered on an official whose young son is near...
Lenten Worships | Personal Perspective
Wednesdays: February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 256:30pm Have you ever walked down a well-worn trail when it became new to you because you are experiencing it for the first time in the moonlight or during a different season? Oftimes, such a change in perspective...
Sunday Forum | What is Power?
Lent Series: PowerFebruary 229:40am During five Sundays in Lent, members of the adult education team will lead us in an exploration of five different aspects of “power.” We live in a world of power struggles and competing powers. How do we navigate in such a world?...
Befriender Training
Sunday, February 1512pm Thank you so much for your continued work as a befriender or for your new interest! We invite you to join us for an informal befrienders meeting after the 2nd worship on February 15th at noon. We will be going over our current list of members...
Private & Public Belief
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pastor Steve Sylvester. With his second sign, it appears Jesus decided to up the ante. Sign number one, you will remember, was changing 120 to 180 gallons of water into wine. To be clear, this was...
Sunday Forum | February 15
Hymns and Worship for the Ages Kathy and Scott Tunseth will lead a historical look at hymnody in church and how it has shaped worship forms and styles. Hear interesting stories about hymns and hymn writers and experience the hymns as we sing some of them together....
A New Song
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Jean Olson. (Based on John 4: 1-42) As you read the following devotion, consider it to be a conversation between a SONG —The Road Home (Music: Stephen Paulus; Text: Michael Dennis Browne) and a REFLECTION by Jean Olson. The...
Call and Response
As I shared yesterday, Jesus called the twelve not because they were perfect, powerful, or privileged, but because they were willing to follow. In Luke 6, we see how Jesus redefines belonging—not by status, but by purpose. As followers of Jesus today, we are also chosen, not for our own sake, but to participate in God’s mission of love and justice. Here are five ways we can respond to God’s call…
Sunday Forum | Sunday, February 2; 9:40am
Sabbath is an important part of the biblical story from creation, to the ten commandments, to...
A Whole New Way
“Jesus did not call isolated individuals to follow him. He formed a community, a movement, a new way of being human together.” – Diana Butler Bass This Sunday, we’ll read Luke 6:1-16 when Jesus calls twelve disciples to follow him, an act that marks a turning point in his ministry.
Lent Skits
Dates: March 9, 16, 23, 30; April 6, 13 (Palm Sunday), 20 (Easter) Thespians of all ages and...
3 y/o & 3rd Gr Bibles
Sunday, March 30; 8:30am or 10:45am Worship 3 year olds born between April 1, 2021 and March 30,...
First Communion Class
Sunday, April 6; 12-1:30pm Children accompanied by at least one parent or guardian are invited to...
A New Way of Recruiting Worship Volunteers
Starting February 9 we will no longer be asking readers and greeters to sign up ahead of time to...
Rewrite the Story
Worship Series for February 9 - March 2 Jesus’ ministry is marked by a radical reimagining of what...
An Introduction to Our Sacred Settlement
For Anyone Curious to Learn More Sunday, February 16, 4-5:30pm In 2022, Prince of Peace began a...
Seniors’ Winter Social
Thursday, February 27 | Social: 11:30am; Lunch: 12:00pm The Statue of Liberty: Two Decades of...
Live with Love
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Milt Warkentien. What do you think of when you think of...
Community Dinner
Sunday, February 16 5:30pm Prince of Peace and friends will gather on Sunday, February 16 at...
Mending Social
Sunday, February 16; 4:30pm Please join us on the third Sunday of the month at 4:30 in the Common...
Tanzania Travel Information Session
Sunday, February 16; 12:00pm We are planning to visit our Tanzanian Companion Congregations of...
Called to Deeper Waters
Yesterday, we listened to Jesus’ call to the disciples in Luke 5:1-11. So too, Jesus challenges us to leave behind the familiar and step boldly into God’s transformative work. When Peter follows Jesus, he leaves behind his livelihood to embrace a mission of justice, compassion, and inclusion. This same call reaches us today, urging us to respond in ways that reflect God’s love for the world. Here are the four ways I suggested that we can respond to Jesus’ call to deeper waters…
The Unity That Challenges Us All
In her sermon during the Jan. 21 Service of National Prayer and referencing Jesus’ own preaching, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde reminded us that unity is not achieved through avoidance of conflict or shallow consensus. Instead, it requires the hard work of seeking justice for the marginalized, reconciling with those we’d rather avoid, and being courageous enough to disrupt systems that perpetuate inequality.
From Pastor Peter
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.
Build A Church Sphere
By Deborah Cordes God is up to something good at Prince of Peace! I am certain of that! As...
Process-Relational Discussion Group
Saturday, February 8; 10:00 - 11:30am @ Johanna Shores The Process-Relational Theology group will...
Property Management Team
by Steve Sveom The Property Management team has a balancing act. Our building is aging, and...
Semi-Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 26; 12pm https://youtu.be/oSoPpz0kYPc Join us on Sunday, January 26 for our...
Jesus Brings Life
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Joyce Armstrong. Luke 7:1-17 Our verses today show us...
Keyboard Concert to Support Keystone Community Services
Thursday, January 30; 6:30pm You are invited to a Keyboard Concert benefiting Keystone Community...
Ministry Support Sphere
by Steve Sveom My role as a co-chair for the ministry support sphere has been mainly to work...
The Challenge of Good News
Yesterday, we read from Luke how Jesus begins his ministry with a bold proclamation: God’s good news is for everyone—not just for those we expect or prefer. This radical inclusivity angered many in his hometown, just as it can unsettle us today. Yet it is precisely this boundary-breaking love that reveals the heart of God.
Dough-Nation Night at Toppers Pizza
Monday, February 10; 4:00 - 9:00pm Toppers Pizza located at 1539 Larpenteur Ave W has partnered...
The Risk of Good News
“Faith is not a private wager but a public risk that Jesus is worthy of trust when no other hope can be trusted.” – James M. Edwards
In this Sunday’s gospel story from Luke, Jesus returns to Galilee and delivers a provocative message in his hometown synagogue. Quoting Isaiah, he announces that God’s Spirit has anointed him to bring good news to the poor, release to the captives, sight to the blind, and freedom to the oppressed.
Living the Promise
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Scott Tunseth. In the Gospel of Luke, the baptism of...
Sunday Forum | Sunday, January 26; 9:40am
A revised plan has been developed to place a set of fixed solar panels on the flat portions of our roof. This Forum will be a presentation that details the specifics of this new proposal and offer an opportunity for the congregation to ask questions prior to the Semi-Annual meeting.
Bringing the Church to Others
by Debbie Jorgens Late last fall, David Johnson stopped me after worship one Sunday morning to...
LOVING THE WORLD
Open Doors: Going God’s Way
September 20-October 18 Worship Series As we begin our program year our overall theme will be “Open Doors.” God’s door is always open and inviting us in. Do we enter individually and as a church? How does the door swing the other way to let God into our lives? And...
Call and Response
As I shared yesterday, Jesus called the twelve not because they were perfect, powerful, or privileged, but because they were willing to follow. In Luke 6, we see how Jesus redefines belonging—not by status, but by purpose. As followers of Jesus today, we are also chosen, not for our own sake, but to participate in God’s mission of love and justice. Here are five ways we can respond to God’s call…
Sunday Forum | Sunday, February 2; 9:40am
Sabbath is an important part of the biblical story from creation, to the ten commandments, to...
A Whole New Way
“Jesus did not call isolated individuals to follow him. He formed a community, a movement, a new way of being human together.” – Diana Butler Bass This Sunday, we’ll read Luke 6:1-16 when Jesus calls twelve disciples to follow him, an act that marks a turning point in his ministry.
Lent Skits
Dates: March 9, 16, 23, 30; April 6, 13 (Palm Sunday), 20 (Easter) Thespians of all ages and...
3 y/o & 3rd Gr Bibles
Sunday, March 30; 8:30am or 10:45am Worship 3 year olds born between April 1, 2021 and March 30,...
First Communion Class
Sunday, April 6; 12-1:30pm Children accompanied by at least one parent or guardian are invited to...
A New Way of Recruiting Worship Volunteers
Starting February 9 we will no longer be asking readers and greeters to sign up ahead of time to...
Rewrite the Story
Worship Series for February 9 - March 2 Jesus’ ministry is marked by a radical reimagining of what...
An Introduction to Our Sacred Settlement
For Anyone Curious to Learn More Sunday, February 16, 4-5:30pm In 2022, Prince of Peace began a...
Seniors’ Winter Social
Thursday, February 27 | Social: 11:30am; Lunch: 12:00pm The Statue of Liberty: Two Decades of...
Live with Love
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Milt Warkentien. What do you think of when you think of...
Community Dinner
Sunday, February 16 5:30pm Prince of Peace and friends will gather on Sunday, February 16 at...
Mending Social
Sunday, February 16; 4:30pm Please join us on the third Sunday of the month at 4:30 in the Common...
Tanzania Travel Information Session
Sunday, February 16; 12:00pm We are planning to visit our Tanzanian Companion Congregations of...
Called to Deeper Waters
Yesterday, we listened to Jesus’ call to the disciples in Luke 5:1-11. So too, Jesus challenges us to leave behind the familiar and step boldly into God’s transformative work. When Peter follows Jesus, he leaves behind his livelihood to embrace a mission of justice, compassion, and inclusion. This same call reaches us today, urging us to respond in ways that reflect God’s love for the world. Here are the four ways I suggested that we can respond to Jesus’ call to deeper waters…
The Unity That Challenges Us All
In her sermon during the Jan. 21 Service of National Prayer and referencing Jesus’ own preaching, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde reminded us that unity is not achieved through avoidance of conflict or shallow consensus. Instead, it requires the hard work of seeking justice for the marginalized, reconciling with those we’d rather avoid, and being courageous enough to disrupt systems that perpetuate inequality.
From Pastor Peter
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.
Build A Church Sphere
By Deborah Cordes God is up to something good at Prince of Peace! I am certain of that! As...
Process-Relational Discussion Group
Saturday, February 8; 10:00 - 11:30am @ Johanna Shores The Process-Relational Theology group will...
Property Management Team
by Steve Sveom The Property Management team has a balancing act. Our building is aging, and...
Semi-Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 26; 12pm https://youtu.be/oSoPpz0kYPc Join us on Sunday, January 26 for our...
Jesus Brings Life
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Joyce Armstrong. Luke 7:1-17 Our verses today show us...
Keyboard Concert to Support Keystone Community Services
Thursday, January 30; 6:30pm You are invited to a Keyboard Concert benefiting Keystone Community...
Ministry Support Sphere
by Steve Sveom My role as a co-chair for the ministry support sphere has been mainly to work...
The Challenge of Good News
Yesterday, we read from Luke how Jesus begins his ministry with a bold proclamation: God’s good news is for everyone—not just for those we expect or prefer. This radical inclusivity angered many in his hometown, just as it can unsettle us today. Yet it is precisely this boundary-breaking love that reveals the heart of God.
Dough-Nation Night at Toppers Pizza
Monday, February 10; 4:00 - 9:00pm Toppers Pizza located at 1539 Larpenteur Ave W has partnered...
The Risk of Good News
“Faith is not a private wager but a public risk that Jesus is worthy of trust when no other hope can be trusted.” – James M. Edwards
In this Sunday’s gospel story from Luke, Jesus returns to Galilee and delivers a provocative message in his hometown synagogue. Quoting Isaiah, he announces that God’s Spirit has anointed him to bring good news to the poor, release to the captives, sight to the blind, and freedom to the oppressed.
Living the Promise
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Scott Tunseth. In the Gospel of Luke, the baptism of...
Sunday Forum | Sunday, January 26; 9:40am
A revised plan has been developed to place a set of fixed solar panels on the flat portions of our roof. This Forum will be a presentation that details the specifics of this new proposal and offer an opportunity for the congregation to ask questions prior to the Semi-Annual meeting.
Bringing the Church to Others
by Debbie Jorgens Late last fall, David Johnson stopped me after worship one Sunday morning to...
MINISTRY SUPPORT
Open Doors: Going God’s Way
September 20-October 18 Worship Series As we begin our program year our overall theme will be “Open Doors.” God’s door is always open and inviting us in. Do we enter individually and as a church? How does the door swing the other way to let God into our lives? And...
Call and Response
As I shared yesterday, Jesus called the twelve not because they were perfect, powerful, or privileged, but because they were willing to follow. In Luke 6, we see how Jesus redefines belonging—not by status, but by purpose. As followers of Jesus today, we are also chosen, not for our own sake, but to participate in God’s mission of love and justice. Here are five ways we can respond to God’s call…
Sunday Forum | Sunday, February 2; 9:40am
Sabbath is an important part of the biblical story from creation, to the ten commandments, to...
A Whole New Way
“Jesus did not call isolated individuals to follow him. He formed a community, a movement, a new way of being human together.” – Diana Butler Bass This Sunday, we’ll read Luke 6:1-16 when Jesus calls twelve disciples to follow him, an act that marks a turning point in his ministry.
Lent Skits
Dates: March 9, 16, 23, 30; April 6, 13 (Palm Sunday), 20 (Easter) Thespians of all ages and...
3 y/o & 3rd Gr Bibles
Sunday, March 30; 8:30am or 10:45am Worship 3 year olds born between April 1, 2021 and March 30,...
First Communion Class
Sunday, April 6; 12-1:30pm Children accompanied by at least one parent or guardian are invited to...
A New Way of Recruiting Worship Volunteers
Starting February 9 we will no longer be asking readers and greeters to sign up ahead of time to...
Rewrite the Story
Worship Series for February 9 - March 2 Jesus’ ministry is marked by a radical reimagining of what...
An Introduction to Our Sacred Settlement
For Anyone Curious to Learn More Sunday, February 16, 4-5:30pm In 2022, Prince of Peace began a...
Seniors’ Winter Social
Thursday, February 27 | Social: 11:30am; Lunch: 12:00pm The Statue of Liberty: Two Decades of...
Live with Love
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Milt Warkentien. What do you think of when you think of...
Community Dinner
Sunday, February 16 5:30pm Prince of Peace and friends will gather on Sunday, February 16 at...
Mending Social
Sunday, February 16; 4:30pm Please join us on the third Sunday of the month at 4:30 in the Common...
Tanzania Travel Information Session
Sunday, February 16; 12:00pm We are planning to visit our Tanzanian Companion Congregations of...
Called to Deeper Waters
Yesterday, we listened to Jesus’ call to the disciples in Luke 5:1-11. So too, Jesus challenges us to leave behind the familiar and step boldly into God’s transformative work. When Peter follows Jesus, he leaves behind his livelihood to embrace a mission of justice, compassion, and inclusion. This same call reaches us today, urging us to respond in ways that reflect God’s love for the world. Here are the four ways I suggested that we can respond to Jesus’ call to deeper waters…
The Unity That Challenges Us All
In her sermon during the Jan. 21 Service of National Prayer and referencing Jesus’ own preaching, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde reminded us that unity is not achieved through avoidance of conflict or shallow consensus. Instead, it requires the hard work of seeking justice for the marginalized, reconciling with those we’d rather avoid, and being courageous enough to disrupt systems that perpetuate inequality.
From Pastor Peter
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.
Build A Church Sphere
By Deborah Cordes God is up to something good at Prince of Peace! I am certain of that! As...
Process-Relational Discussion Group
Saturday, February 8; 10:00 - 11:30am @ Johanna Shores The Process-Relational Theology group will...
Property Management Team
by Steve Sveom The Property Management team has a balancing act. Our building is aging, and...
Semi-Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 26; 12pm https://youtu.be/oSoPpz0kYPc Join us on Sunday, January 26 for our...
Jesus Brings Life
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Joyce Armstrong. Luke 7:1-17 Our verses today show us...
Keyboard Concert to Support Keystone Community Services
Thursday, January 30; 6:30pm You are invited to a Keyboard Concert benefiting Keystone Community...
Ministry Support Sphere
by Steve Sveom My role as a co-chair for the ministry support sphere has been mainly to work...
The Challenge of Good News
Yesterday, we read from Luke how Jesus begins his ministry with a bold proclamation: God’s good news is for everyone—not just for those we expect or prefer. This radical inclusivity angered many in his hometown, just as it can unsettle us today. Yet it is precisely this boundary-breaking love that reveals the heart of God.
Dough-Nation Night at Toppers Pizza
Monday, February 10; 4:00 - 9:00pm Toppers Pizza located at 1539 Larpenteur Ave W has partnered...
The Risk of Good News
“Faith is not a private wager but a public risk that Jesus is worthy of trust when no other hope can be trusted.” – James M. Edwards
In this Sunday’s gospel story from Luke, Jesus returns to Galilee and delivers a provocative message in his hometown synagogue. Quoting Isaiah, he announces that God’s Spirit has anointed him to bring good news to the poor, release to the captives, sight to the blind, and freedom to the oppressed.
Living the Promise
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Scott Tunseth. In the Gospel of Luke, the baptism of...
Sunday Forum | Sunday, January 26; 9:40am
A revised plan has been developed to place a set of fixed solar panels on the flat portions of our roof. This Forum will be a presentation that details the specifics of this new proposal and offer an opportunity for the congregation to ask questions prior to the Semi-Annual meeting.
Bringing the Church to Others
by Debbie Jorgens Late last fall, David Johnson stopped me after worship one Sunday morning to...
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.