STORY MATTERS
2024 ANNUAL REPORT
Snack Pack Donation Collection
Collecting through Wed, Oct. 21 Packing activity Sun, Oct. 25 at 9:40am All items must be individually packaged Take a list to shop or sign-up for items online Protein Focused Individually Packaged ItemsEg: Protein Bars, Trail Mix, Beef Jerky, Beef Sticks, Kind Bars, Nuts, Etc.Savory Individually Packaged ItemsEg: Seaweed, Roasted Chickpeas, Veggie Straws, Popcorn, Goldfish, Cheese Crackers, PB Sandwich Crackers, Etc.Sweet & Simple Individually Packaged ItemsEg: Fruit Cups, Applesauce...
Growing Through Loss – Fall 2026
Mondays | September 21-October 266:45 - 9:00pm Growing Through Loss – Support for Those Experiencing Loss in their Lives Growing Through Loss is a grief and loss support ministry jointly sponsored by the North Suburban Grief Support Coalition, of which 18 churches and organizations in our area are members. The coalition hosts two six-week series each year at various locations that address both the educational as well as support aspects of a variety of loss and grief issues. The fall...
Process-Relational Theology Discussion Group
Saturday, October 310-11:30am The Process-Relational group will meet on Saturday, October 3, at 10:00, to discuss the first half of Love’s Availing Power, by our own Paul Sponheim. All are welcome, even if you have not had a chance to read the book. Join on Zoom
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
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,...
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...
Great Commission
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. The first emissaries of the British Empire, especially in the 19th...
Join Women on Wednesday!
Wednesday, September 1610:30am-12pm Women on Wednesday (WoW) returns on September 16th! Our Kickoff will take place in the reception room on Wednesday, September 16th from 10:30- 12 p.m., and we’ll continue to meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month through May. The...
Every Meal Sign-Up
Prince of Peace has received the schedule for our Every Meal volunteer dates. The September dates are tentative as we are waiting for the school to communicate with their readiness to receive food. If you volunteer for September 11 or 25, I will keep you in the loop....
for the common good
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. “To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” 1 Corinthians 12:7 A few weeks from now I will be having dinner with a friend with whom I have had a running debate...
Loving God with Our Bodies
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Minister of Intergenerational Connection and Care, Julene Hannesh. 1 John 3:16-20: We know love by this, that he laid down his life for us—and we ought to lay down our lives for one another. How does God’s love abide in anyone who...
Fall Worship Schedule
Begins Sunday, September 13 Our September through May worship times resume on Sunday, September 13. 8:30am worship will be livestreamed on YouTube. Adult Forum & PoP Rocks resume on Sunday, September 20 at 9:40am.
Loving God
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Minister of Intergenerational Connection and Care, Julene Hannesh. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20: Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you...
Volunteers Needed for Partner Ministry Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities
Conversations on a BenchOctober 8 & 9 Love your neighbor by serving at “Conversations on a Bench”, a two-day event creating space for honest conversations about homelessness happening October 8–9 (2 p.m. to 2 p.m.). This 24-hour livestream invites the public to...
Vox Nova Mini-Concert
Monday, July 277:30pm Join Vox Nova as they present a mini-concert of their pieces on Monday, July...
Faith Team
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Gary Olson. 2Timothy 1:1-14 “I am reminded of your...
Picnic at the Park!
Sunday, August 9Following Worship Pack a lunch and join PoP families at Central Park following...
Mostly doubting OR mostly believing
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. “Jesus said to [the...
Fight the good fight of faith
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. It was an interesting experience coming...
Senior Social Indoor Potluck Picnic
Thursday, July 3011:30am Mark your calendars for our Senior Social Summer Potluck (indoor) Picnic...
What a Wonderful World
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. We’ve just had the 4th of July holiday...
Judy Florine School Supply Drive
Now through Sunday, August 23 School Supplies are on sale now!! During July & August, Prince...
End of 2025/2026 Fiscal Year Donations
Thank you for your generosity this year in giving of your time, talents and financial resources to...
Continued Reformation
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. We live behind a...
All Together in One Place
America at 250: Holding gratitude and humility Dear church, As we look toward the 250th...
Support through hard times
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes. It’s been a tough year for me. 6 deaths. Each...
Traveling to Tanzania 2027
Sunday, August 2nd | Following Congregational Meeting We are planning to visit our next visit to...
Forgiveness
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes. “Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord was!...
Christmas in July
Tuesday, July 28Noon-5pmPoP Meeting Room With help from our friend Clare, we will be dipping...
Honoring God
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr Steve Sylvester. “I am grateful to...
Prayers for Well-Being
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Our prayer life includes praying for...
Office Closed June 29-July 2
The front office will be closed next week and will reopen on Monday, July 6 at 8:30am. All...
God of grace, you hear our prayer
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. In every Sunday worship service, we pray...
Honoring God
June 28-July 26 Worship Series Honoring God is not about piling up words. It’s about getting out...
The Lord’s Prayer
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Forgive us our...
Julene’s Day Off
Thursday, June 18th Our last full day at the camp was nothing short of a blast. We started with...
Gratitude
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. “I have learned to be content with...
It Is Wednesday My Dudes!
Wednesday, June 15th...
Bega Kwa Bega | June 2026
Farewell party for Pastor Joyce Ngangdango – Sunday June 21st, 2-4pm, Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran...
Relational Thanksgiving: Thank you! You’re Welcome!
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. I share with you Marjorie Suchocki’s...
Beauty and Struggle. Beauty in struggle.
Tuesday, June 16th Our second day of work started bright and early with breakfast at 8:00 a.m....
Chopping Wood – More Than Just a Workout!!
Monday, June 15th Today we woke up to conclude a restful night of sleep and walked to breakfast....
Travel Day 2 – Sunday, June 14th
After a second long day of travel, we made it to Newland, NC! We stopped for lunch and then went...
Prayers of Thanksgiving
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Everything created...
LOVING THE WORLD
Process-Relational Theology Discussion Group
Saturday, October 310-11:30am The Process-Relational group will meet on Saturday, October 3, at 10:00, to discuss the first half of Love’s Availing Power, by our own Paul Sponheim. All are welcome, even if you have not had a chance to read the book. Join on...
Vox Nova Mini-Concert
Monday, July 277:30pm Join Vox Nova as they present a mini-concert of their pieces on Monday, July...
Faith Team
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Gary Olson. 2Timothy 1:1-14 “I am reminded of your...
Picnic at the Park!
Sunday, August 9Following Worship Pack a lunch and join PoP families at Central Park following...
Mostly doubting OR mostly believing
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. “Jesus said to [the...
Fight the good fight of faith
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. It was an interesting experience coming...
Senior Social Indoor Potluck Picnic
Thursday, July 3011:30am Mark your calendars for our Senior Social Summer Potluck (indoor) Picnic...
What a Wonderful World
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. We’ve just had the 4th of July holiday...
Judy Florine School Supply Drive
Now through Sunday, August 23 School Supplies are on sale now!! During July & August, Prince...
End of 2025/2026 Fiscal Year Donations
Thank you for your generosity this year in giving of your time, talents and financial resources to...
Continued Reformation
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. We live behind a...
All Together in One Place
America at 250: Holding gratitude and humility Dear church, As we look toward the 250th...
Support through hard times
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes. It’s been a tough year for me. 6 deaths. Each...
Traveling to Tanzania 2027
Sunday, August 2nd | Following Congregational Meeting We are planning to visit our next visit to...
Forgiveness
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes. “Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord was!...
Christmas in July
Tuesday, July 28Noon-5pmPoP Meeting Room With help from our friend Clare, we will be dipping...
Honoring God
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr Steve Sylvester. “I am grateful to...
Prayers for Well-Being
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Our prayer life includes praying for...
Office Closed June 29-July 2
The front office will be closed next week and will reopen on Monday, July 6 at 8:30am. All...
God of grace, you hear our prayer
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. In every Sunday worship service, we pray...
Honoring God
June 28-July 26 Worship Series Honoring God is not about piling up words. It’s about getting out...
The Lord’s Prayer
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Forgive us our...
Julene’s Day Off
Thursday, June 18th Our last full day at the camp was nothing short of a blast. We started with...
Gratitude
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. “I have learned to be content with...
It Is Wednesday My Dudes!
Wednesday, June 15th...
Bega Kwa Bega | June 2026
Farewell party for Pastor Joyce Ngangdango – Sunday June 21st, 2-4pm, Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran...
Relational Thanksgiving: Thank you! You’re Welcome!
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. I share with you Marjorie Suchocki’s...
Beauty and Struggle. Beauty in struggle.
Tuesday, June 16th Our second day of work started bright and early with breakfast at 8:00 a.m....
Chopping Wood – More Than Just a Workout!!
Monday, June 15th Today we woke up to conclude a restful night of sleep and walked to breakfast....
Travel Day 2 – Sunday, June 14th
After a second long day of travel, we made it to Newland, NC! We stopped for lunch and then went...
Prayers of Thanksgiving
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Everything created...
MINISTRY SUPPORT
Process-Relational Theology Discussion Group
Saturday, October 310-11:30am The Process-Relational group will meet on Saturday, October 3, at 10:00, to discuss the first half of Love’s Availing Power, by our own Paul Sponheim. All are welcome, even if you have not had a chance to read the book. Join on...
Vox Nova Mini-Concert
Monday, July 277:30pm Join Vox Nova as they present a mini-concert of their pieces on Monday, July...
Faith Team
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Gary Olson. 2Timothy 1:1-14 “I am reminded of your...
Picnic at the Park!
Sunday, August 9Following Worship Pack a lunch and join PoP families at Central Park following...
Mostly doubting OR mostly believing
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. “Jesus said to [the...
Fight the good fight of faith
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. It was an interesting experience coming...
Senior Social Indoor Potluck Picnic
Thursday, July 3011:30am Mark your calendars for our Senior Social Summer Potluck (indoor) Picnic...
What a Wonderful World
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Milt Warkentien. We’ve just had the 4th of July holiday...
Judy Florine School Supply Drive
Now through Sunday, August 23 School Supplies are on sale now!! During July & August, Prince...
End of 2025/2026 Fiscal Year Donations
Thank you for your generosity this year in giving of your time, talents and financial resources to...
Continued Reformation
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. We live behind a...
All Together in One Place
America at 250: Holding gratitude and humility Dear church, As we look toward the 250th...
Support through hard times
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes. It’s been a tough year for me. 6 deaths. Each...
Traveling to Tanzania 2027
Sunday, August 2nd | Following Congregational Meeting We are planning to visit our next visit to...
Forgiveness
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Deb Cordes. “Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord was!...
Christmas in July
Tuesday, July 28Noon-5pmPoP Meeting Room With help from our friend Clare, we will be dipping...
Honoring God
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr Steve Sylvester. “I am grateful to...
Prayers for Well-Being
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. Our prayer life includes praying for...
Office Closed June 29-July 2
The front office will be closed next week and will reopen on Monday, July 6 at 8:30am. All...
God of grace, you hear our prayer
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. In every Sunday worship service, we pray...
Honoring God
June 28-July 26 Worship Series Honoring God is not about piling up words. It’s about getting out...
The Lord’s Prayer
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Forgive us our...
Julene’s Day Off
Thursday, June 18th Our last full day at the camp was nothing short of a blast. We started with...
Gratitude
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. “I have learned to be content with...
It Is Wednesday My Dudes!
Wednesday, June 15th...
Bega Kwa Bega | June 2026
Farewell party for Pastor Joyce Ngangdango – Sunday June 21st, 2-4pm, Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran...
Relational Thanksgiving: Thank you! You’re Welcome!
Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. I share with you Marjorie Suchocki’s...
Beauty and Struggle. Beauty in struggle.
Tuesday, June 16th Our second day of work started bright and early with breakfast at 8:00 a.m....
Chopping Wood – More Than Just a Workout!!
Monday, June 15th Today we woke up to conclude a restful night of sleep and walked to breakfast....
Travel Day 2 – Sunday, June 14th
After a second long day of travel, we made it to Newland, NC! We stopped for lunch and then went...
Prayers of Thanksgiving
Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Everything created...
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.