Ann is OOTO on Thursday, May 8th.
Breaking News! Worship in the Wild – May 10th at 2:00 pm. Clear Lake State Forest Campground, 8282 Woodruff Road, Woodruff, WI 54568. You’re invited to come enjoy nature, conversation and spiritual reflection as we ride bikes on the paved trail.. Bring your own bike. Snacks will be provided, but please bring your own bike. Questions? Contact Matthew Johnson at 715-360-2747 or mjjhodag@gmail.com.
PRAYERS: Jon Cook; Millie Mutka; Barb Zima and her friends Alan Foster, Dave Butschli, Mick, Steven and Marilyn Hummel; Gregory Bowens; Laurie Nelson; Amber Ross’s daughter Linda; Randy & Diane Niemczyk’s daughter Julia VanAvery, niece Sarah Joda, and their dear friend Denise Hazel; Dick Volland; Don Schiesl; Valeria Hesselberg; Chris Markussen; Anne Verona’s sister/brother-in-law Pat & Woody Woodworth and friends Dennis Peterson and Natalie Madine; Ann Currie; Strong’s friend Erin Molle; Debbie Cyrtmus’ mother, Rose Wicker and sister, Corrie Trittin; Dawn Gonitzke’s brother Scott Premo; the Ebert’s friends William Charaf, Patricia Kulzick and John Oliver and Gary’s son Matthew; Joyce Leander’s cousin Laurie Nelson; Ashley Clark’s friends Michael Loomis, Keith & Becky Hernandez; the Waggoner’s sister-in-law Cheryl Busse; Karen Engels and her niece Lisa and friends Bob and Dawn; Ann Carlson’s people Enid, Curt, Chuck, Denny, Andy, Stacy, Richard and Troy; and peace for all nations and comfort for those in distress.
PRAYER LIST PROCEDURE – Submit your prayer requests to the office in writing, by phone, by email or in person. If requesting prayers for someone other than yourself or an immediate family member, please obtain permission – unless the circumstances are public in nature.
GUESTS – if you are visiting us today, please sign our book at the entrance to the sanctuary.
SPECIAL THANKS – to Val Snedden for being our musician today.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY – there are carnations in the Narthex for all of our Moms here today. (and for the ones who are not). These flowers were donated by Barbara Zima in loving memory of her amazing moms Maria Sladek and Elizabeth Zima.
WORSHIP LIVESTREAM –In addition to FaceBook, we are also live on YouTube (@PastorPrinceofPeaceERWi) on Sundays at 9:00 & posted later for viewing.
QUILTERS –Tie one on with the quilting group as they assemble quilts. Next gathering is May 21st from 9:30 to 11:30 am.
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK TODAY – Thank you once again to Mark Zima and Catherine O’Hagan. You both are incredible humans and we are lucky to have you here.
MONTH OF MAY – WEEKEND BACKPACK FUND DRIVE – During the month of May – FORK has committed to match EVERY dollar donated towards the Weekend Backpack Program – up to $20,000! To contribute financially, follow the QR code below or mail your contribution to “Weekend Backpack Program, 4887 Echo Ridge Dr. Eagle River WI 54521” and make your check out to “The Northwoods Weekend Backpack Program.”
Donations made to Prince of Peace for the WBP in May will not count towards the total.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION BOOK DISCUSSION – Beginning on May 18th Chris Ebert will be leading a book discussion on “Ashes to Action” by Shari Seifert. It is about the initial response and journey of Calvary Lutheran Church in Minneapolis following the murder of George Floyd.
CHRISTIAN WOMENS LUNCHEON – Jerrie Van Haverbeke and Mary Kunau are the hosts for the May luncheon. The lunch will be at the Pine Cone Restaurant on May 15 at 11:30 am – located in St Germain on Hwy 70. This is a new option for lunch and reviews so far have been good!
Please RSVP to Jerrie at vanbeke@frontier.com or Mary Kunau at mlkunau3@frontier.com.
PRAISE IN THE PINES – On Saturday, July 19th, 2025, Eagle River, WI, will host the second annual Praise in the Pines Music Festival. This full-day event features a free Worship Experience, food trucks, a Christian ministry faire, and a headline concert by the Newsboys. A portion of the money raised will be poured back into local nonprofits. They are asking for prayers, donations, and hands-on help. Visit www.praiseinthepines.org today to donate or volunteer.
SHALL WE GATHER AT THE RIVER? – Some members of our congregation would like to gather at the T docks and kayak ‘oar’ canoe to church. We will have our first trip on June 1 and depending on how many show an interest in this event, we will try to schedule this for at least one Sunday each month. We plan to meet at the T docks at 8:00 am. We can bring some extra kayaks if needed. Please contact Tim and/or Betty Wright with questions.
FUN FACTS – · Everyone had a mother. · Gaia, or Mother Earth, was the first goddess in Greek Mythology. · Polar bear moms put on about 400 lb during pregnancy. · The longest pregnancy recorded was 375 days. · The mom with the most kids was Mrs. Feodor Vassilyev of Russia. She gave birth to 69 children between 1725 and 1765. · When mothers smile, coo, and show affection to their babies, their heartbeats synchronize into the same beat.
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come”. Proverbs 31:25
NOTES FROM ANN: This week the Front Office was able to experience a God Wink. Truly – it wasn’t just a wink – it was a wink and a nod. A member of our congregation came into the office to ask about assisting a local family. Keith and Becky Hernandez live in Eagle River. Keith was diagnosed with lymphona blood cancer, stage 2 in February. Neither one has been able to work due to Keith’s illness. Keith – due to the side effects from chemotherapy and Becky because she needs to be his caregiver. They have children as well. The community has been fundraising for the family, but more assistance is required. Our member was asking if the church had gas cards that could be donated to the family.
Our rule of thumb has been to refer people to IC Help. IC Help is funded by numerous churches in the area to assist people in our community. It provides a ‘one-stop-shop’ so people in need only have to call one number.
This is a different situation. But – we still don’t have gas cards on hand.
Here is where the God Wink & a Nod comes into play. It just so happened – that on Sunday – Pastor Grant was given money by an anonymous donor to use at his discretion. Are you kidding me? Could the timing have been any better? This God Wink was rather obvious – but they take place on a regular basis. We would love to hear about the last God Wink you experienced.
Let’s end with a toast to all of you Moms out there and to all of you who are being Moms by being the best Aunt, GodMom, maternal figure or by being present in someone’s life. Have a most wonderful day!
Picture is of me ~2 years old and my fashionable Mom. (She too – was dismayed by my keen fashion sense as I grew older!
