STORY MATTERS

2024 ANNUAL REPORT

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...

Astonishing Faith

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Debbie Jorgens. Text: Genesis 12:1-9 “So Abram went, as the Lord had told him….” (12:4) Can you picture it? Here is 75-year-old Abram, deeply rooted in the city of Haran where he and his wife, Sarai, have lived for decades when suddenly, out of the blue, he hears the Lord telling him to leave Haran and go “…to a land that I will show you.” In the same breath, God makes astounding promises to Abram - promises that include descendants - “I will make of...

Sunday Forum | Sacred Settlement

Sunday, September 279:40am Join Settlement leadership in the Reception Room.

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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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.

Reports from our staff and ministry leaders.

BUILDING THE CHURCH

Honoring God

by PoP News | Jun 23, 2026 | Church News, Participation, Worship

June 28-July 26 Worship Series Honoring God is not about piling up words. It’s about getting out of God’s way and allowing God to work through us. It’s about admitting that apart from Christ living in and through us by the Holy Spirit, we will pursue gods that prey...

The Lord’s Prayer

by PoP News | Jun 22, 2026 | Devotions

Today's author is Prince of Peace's Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. (Matthew 6:12) As we wrap up our series on prayer by using the acronym ACTS (prayers of Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving and...

Julene’s Day Off

by Julene Hannesh | Jun 19, 2026 | 2026 North Carolina

Thursday, June 18th Our last full day at the camp was nothing short of a blast. We started with breakfast that included French Toast, eggs, bacon, and cereal (no milk). Not having to leave camp right away, we got some rest time after breakfast at the cabin, where we...

Gratitude

by PoP News | Jun 19, 2026 | Devotions

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. “I have learned to be content with whatever I have. I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going...

It Is Wednesday My Dudes!

by Julene Hannesh | Jun 18, 2026 | 2026 North Carolina

Wednesday, June 15th This morning, we woke up (some more restfully than others) and ate breakfast of biscuits, sausages, and gravy. Afterwards, we drove to Banner...

Bega Kwa Bega | June 2026

by Caryn Josephson | Jun 17, 2026 | Missions, Participation, Service, Tanzania

Farewell party for Pastor Joyce Ngangdango – Sunday June 21st, 2-4pm, Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran church. Pastor Joyce has been a student at Luther Seminary for the past 2 years and spoke at our Tanzanian Dinner in 2024. She is returning home to Tanzania shortly...

Relational Thanksgiving: Thank you! You’re Welcome!

by PoP News | Jun 17, 2026 | Devotions

Today's author is Prince of Peace member Carol Swanson. I share with you Marjorie Suchocki’s opening paragraph to her chapter “Prayers of Thanksgiving and Praise,” from In God’s Presence: Theological Reflections on Prayer. “In the deepest sense, all prayers are...

Beauty and Struggle. Beauty in struggle.

by Julene Hannesh | Jun 16, 2026 | 2026 North Carolina

Tuesday, June 16th Our second day of work started bright and early with breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Then we took a long ride in the van to the city of Boone at the Hunger and Health Coalition. When we got to the wood lot, we met a sweet old man named Harold who had been...

Chopping Wood – More Than Just a Workout!!

by Julene Hannesh | Jun 16, 2026 | 2026 North Carolina

Monday, June 15th Today we woke up to conclude a restful night of sleep and walked to breakfast. With under-eye bags and yawns, we ate our eggs, pancake bake, sausage, fruit, and cereal, then hit the road. We took a short (and very bumpy!) car ride to Jimmy’s house....

Travel Day 2 – Sunday, June 14th

by Julene Hannesh | Jun 16, 2026 | 2026 North Carolina

After a second long day of travel, we made it to Newland, NC! We stopped for lunch and then went for a quick hike to Little Elk Falls before continuing up the mountain to Lutherock. After camp dinner, we met with Jonathon from LDR Carolinas to go through orientation...

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Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Paul Sponheim. The emphasis in this...

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Keyboard Concert

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You’re Invited to Write a Story!

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You are invited to Come and See

Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Steve Sveom. Our theme during this season is “You are...

WinterPlay Canceled Tuesday, Jan. 6

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Come & See

Today's author is Prince of Peace Intentional Interim, Pr. Steve Sylvester. Yesterday we kicked...

Wisdom & Word

Today’s author is Prince of Peace member, Carol Swanson. Today I simply share the words of a...

A Voice in the Wilderness

Today’s author is Prince of Peace's Sacred Settlement Intentional Neighbor, Mischa Beary. Why a...

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Monarca Upstander Legal Observer Training

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Born Into Everything

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You’re invited to come and see

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Living Christmas Card

Today’s author is Prince of Peace's Music Coordinator and member, Milt Warkentien. Here we are a...

Christmas Eve

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New Member Classes

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WinterPlay

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CYF Christmas Break

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