HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! That’s right. This month marks the 30th anniversary of Peace Lutheran Church. For thirty years we have gathered for worship, heard God’s word preached and taught, celebrated in times of sadness and joy, supported one another in fellowship and prayer, and served our community and world. How good it is to recognize, celebrate, and serve God in and from this place!
This past week Kristi’s father Fred died after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He had such a strong impact on the faith of his children, for which we are very grateful. This reminds me of how we never get where we are—in matters of both faith and life—without the love and support of those who have gone before us. As I reflect on my years at Peace, I think of those who have shaped the faith of so many—including my own faith. Some of those persons have died and are now fully in God’s presence. It is good to recall and give thanks for such persons, whether living or deceased. Even now, faith is being shaped and God’s mission is being done, not only at 4124 N. Harvard (i.e. our church address), but wherever God places us in the course of our daily lives. God’s mission is not limited to our walls or property!
Later in the year we will pause for a simple celebration of our ministry together. In the meantime, I hope you will join me in giving thanks to God for loving us and equipping us during these thirty years, and in seeking God’s guidance for our future.

With much gratitude,

Pastor Dennis