Prince of Peace builds disciples of Jesus who know God, grow together, and serve the world.

KNOW GOD THROUGH WORSHIP

Sunday Worship

8:00 & 10:30 AM

(9:15 AM Sunday School for Children and Adults)

Spanish Worship

9:00 AM

Amharic Worship

3:00 PM

 Live-stream 

Sunday at 10:30 AM

Holy Communion is served at the 8:00 on the 1st & 3rd Sundays and at the 10:30 on the 2nd & 4th Sundays. 5th Sundays have communion at both the 8:00 & 10:30.

The Nominating Team (Richard Brown, Craig Mosford, Amy Poe, Jennifer Thomas, Jon Straw (Chair), and Pastor Michael (ex officio) is pleased to report the nomination of two persons for the Board of Servant Leaders: David Leege and Mark Rumohr. The Congregation will vote on these two nominees at the Voters Meeting on June 9. More information about the nominees will be published in the next two issues of the Communicator.

David Leege and his family have been members of PoP for over a decade. During that time, he has served in many different roles, including: as lay liturgist, primarily at the 8:00 a.m. service; working with the worship ministry team; working closely with PoP's Outreach efforts; and playing trumpet in the PoP Orchestra. He is a lifelong member of churches of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, and in previous churches, he has served in additional roles, including: leading adult bible studies; teaching Sunday school and vacation bible school; singing in choir; and serving on various church boards including the Board of Servant Leaders at a previous congregation. David has actively been involved with Lutheran Hour Ministries and is currently serving as the Vice-Chair of the Board of Trustees for The Lutheran Hour Ministries Foundation. He lives in Alexandria with his wife Deb and their son Noah.

Mark Rumohr and his wife Nina have been members of PoP since 2005, upon their return from the Netherlands. During that time, he has served in many different roles, including: as usher for the Saturday evening service, volunteering with the hypothermia shelter, and significantly with the ESL program as an instructor for over a decade and principal coordinator for the past three years. After a break during 2020, Mark and his all-volunteer team restarted a daytime ESL program in the Fall of 2021, with six teachers for 52 registered adult students from 22 different countries of origin. They have sustained that level continuously since then. Mark has also served on the Board of Directors for Northern Virginia’s ESL & Immigrant Ministries since 2022. Mark and Nina have four children and three grandchildren.

The Board of Servant Leaders invites you to our annual Voters' Assembly on June 9, at 4pm in the Sanctuary. Childcare will be available. Voting will take place for the annual budget and BoSL members. You must be a confirmed member to vote. Please let us know if you have any questions by responding to this email or email BoSL@poplc.org.

Hello, Prince of Peace! Welcome to the GROW TOGETHER community! I am Sara Wilson, your dedicated Coordinator, thrilled to share some exciting news with you. Get ready for an incredible journey as we unveil new studies that will enrich your life. Take a moment to explore these opportunities and imagine the growth and connections that await you. Feel free to reach out to me for any assistance in getting involved. Let's embark on this transformative experience together! Sara.Wilson@poplc.org

June 1 - LAST 5:30 WORSHIP SERVICE & BBQ DINNER

June 1 - Deadline to Sign-up for Youth Mission Trip

June 2 - Celebrating Our School Ministry at 10:30

June 5 - Deadline to register Graduates

June 9 - New Sunday Worship Schedule Begins!

June 9 - Celebrating Graduates at 8 & 10:30

June 9 - Annual Voters' Assembly

June 11 - Kindergarten Butterfly Chapel 11:15AM

June 15 - CLUBS 123 & 456

June 16 - Father's Day

June 19 - I AM Women's Summer Bible Study Begins

June 22 - Bethany House Walk

July 4 - Outreach Event on July 3

July 6-12 Youth Mission Trip

July 19 - Daniel Live on Stage at Sight and Sound in PA

Aug 5-9 - VBS - Sign up today to participate or volunteer!

Oct 5 - Oktoberfest

Nov 3 - CROP WALK

For more details on all events read below, visit our website, or email info@poplc.org

Do you want to Praise the Lord in a new and giving way? Do you want to take a more active role in our 10:30 contemporary worship service? We are currently recruiting future worship leaders to read scripture lessons, serve as an usher, and/or serve communion. Please prayerfully consider and if you are interested email Jessica.landon@poplc.org.

Vacation Bible School is coming up and we need your help! Volunteers are needed August 5th-9th from 8am to Noon. Adults and Youth entering Grades 7 and above are invited to serve with us during VBS week. Childcare is available for infants and young children of volunteers. We are currently at 45% of our goal for volunteers registered. Sign up today at www.poplc.org/vbs

On June 9th, at both the 8am and 10:30am services, we will be honoring those who are graduating from high school, college, graduate school, trade school, apprenticeship programs, and the like. We will be offering a blessing and a small gift to all those registered. Please submit this form by Wednesday, June 5th to register a graduate.

Stuff the Bus

Bring your canned good donations Saturday, June 8, 10AM-3PM to 8320 Old Keene Mill Rd.

Fill A Back Pack Event

Donors and volunteers are needed to help meet ECHO’s goal of filling 1300 backpacks with grade-specific school supplies by the time the next school year begins. This is a great opportunity for teens and adults who are looking for a short-term volunteer commitment that will make a real difference for our community. Volunteers may sign up for one or more of the work sessions that will be held from 2:00 to 5:00 on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons in July and August at ECHO, 7205 Old Keene Mill Road. Donations of school supplies are eagerly welcomed! Please see the list of needed items on our website under the “Donate Goods/ School Supplies” tab.

All students in Grades 1-6 are invited to join us for an evening of fellowship, games, and fun! On Saturday, June 15th, from 6:45pm to 8:15pm. Club 123 (for Grades 1-3) will meet in Room 9 and Club 456 (for Grades 4-6) will meet in the Youth Room. Both groups will have pizza and many fun games and activities. Please register your child by June 12th if they plan to attend!

August 5th-9th, 2024, 9am-12:00pm

VBS Start the Party - Register TODAY!

www.poplc.org/vbs 

Let's Start the Party! Join us at VBS this summer as we celebrate the Good News of Jesus! Preschool Age 4 through rising 6th Graders are invited to participate in VBS. Adults and students entering 7th Grade and above are invited to volunteer at VBS. Register today!

Concerts at St. Bernadette presents the Capital Wind Symphony, Friday, June 7 at 7:30pm in a free performance of great symphonic band music. One of the premiere musical organizations of our region, and under the direction of newly appointed Musical and Artistic Director, Dr. William L. Lake, Jr., the CWS presents a compelling spring program in collaboration with Saint Bernadette’s Director of Music Ministries, David Mathers, performing on the church’s 26-Rank pipe organ. Cutting edge contemporary masterpieces feature alongside beloved staples of the concert band repertoire in this concert the whole family will love. A free-will donation will be accepted and a reception will follow the performance. For more information: dmathers@stbernpar.org • 703-451-8576 x 112 or www.capitalwindsymphony.org.