We are the heart, hands, and feet of Jesus — in the heart of orlando. March 2015

God's Forgetfulness

Now, that’s a strange title for a church newsletter article, isn’t it? After all, as we think about the quality of “forgetfulness” we tend to think of

it as a human weakness. Thus, we have all manner of to do lists, reminders, and we are quick to make sure those around us do not forget what they are supposed to do (think: parenting and “spouse management”). We even tease that forgetfulness goes hand-in-hand with “growing older.” How, then, could this be a quality that God shares?Considering “God’s forgetfulness” leads us to ponder a mystery and a paradox. Our God knows all things. “Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account” (Hebrews 4:13). And yet, it is part and parcel of the New Covenant in Christ’s blood that our gracious God is one who forgets.

“This is the covenant I will make with the people of Israel after that time,” declares the Lord. “I will put my law in their minds and write it on their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people. No longer will they teach their neighbor, or say to one another, ‘Know the Lord,’ because they will all know me, from the least of them to the greatest,” declares the Lord. “For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.” Jeremiah 31:33-34

In this way, the Lord loves to forget. And while there may be times in our “lost-ness,” our loneliness, our anxiety, or our pain that we feel as if God may have forgotten us, He assures us that, for Jesus’ sake, he can never forget, can never forsake, can never abandon us. He has given His promise that is sure and true: “Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands!” Isaiah 49:15-16a

The inspiration for this article was that Pastor Ken forgot the Crossroads deadline. ~ pk

• March 2015

Memorial Gifts

Crossroads is the monthly newsletter of

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church1515 S. Semoran Blvd.

Orlando, FL 32807-2297(407)277-3945

FAX (407)380-1802Email: staff@poporlando.com

www.poporlando.com

In loving memory of Howard Cody

(Peg Henderson’s dad) by:Charlie & Mary Ellen Branneky

(Pastor’s Discretionary Fund)

•In loving memory of

Vi Beckham by:Alicia BarnardRon BeckhamLew & Jan Fry

•In loving memory of

Audrey Green (Pastor Ken’s grandmother) by:

Gene Fresk

•In loving memory of

Kristine Weaver (Marge Estes’ sister) by:

Gene Fresk

•In loving memory of Ernie Beckham by:

Gene Fresk

•In loving memory of Arthur P. Steiner by:

Gene Fresk

hospitalized/outpatient during January & February

Jerry Bayless, Wendy Branch, Charlie Branneky, Sarah Browning, Wendy Churchville, Grace Dapper, Sandy Driver, Eleanor Eaton, Lew Fry, Jade Fussell, Jackson Hawkins, Linda House, Kathie King, Peggy Kreps, Joan Krumpholc, Jim Lord, Alicia Stafford, Peggy Stafford, Michael Veal, Shelley Veal, Joyce White, Jon Wiegand, Kaye Yonge

ongoing prayer concerns

Brynece Allen, Bonnie Anselmo, Diego Atilano, Lori Bachmann, Emma Benjamin, Becca Boogher, Lynn Cheek, Al Dicks, Barbara Hill, Bill Jordan, Elda Kehr, Steve Hardesty, Will & Sarah Hassold, Jim Herrington, Donna Hoff, Sal LoBue, Lorraine Luebke, Ruth Mays, Michael McCarty,

Joanne Monroe, Harold Moore, Raquel Puid, Marie Raue, Carol Robinson, Donnie Reynolds, Lee Shirley, Cindy Sibly, Audrie Stafford, Peggy Stafford, Linda Stevens, Michael Vokovich, Noelle Vokovich, Ralph Walck, Joyce White, John Young, Junior Youtz

celebrations

Baptism

Jack Harrison Kophamer (1/25)

syMpathy to

Family and friends of Betty HydenPastor Ken & Peg Green and family (death of Pastor’s grandmother, Audrey)Ed & Marge Estes and family (death of Marge’s sister, Kristine Weaver)Family and friends of Ernie Beckham

March 1 Zaida TorresMarch 8 Alison RamirezMarch 15 Julianne WiegandMarch 22 DCE EmilyMarch 29 Alison Ramirez

Schedule

• March 2015

Wednesdays during

(March 4, 11, 18, 25)“songs of reneWal”

(selected PsalMs)

4:30pm English Worship

5:30pm spanish Worship

5:45pm lEntEn suppEr

7:00pm English Worship

the season of Lent gives us opportunity to be renewed by God’s power as we prepare to celebrate the glorious resurrection of Jesus at Easter. This year our midweek worship services draw us to look to selected Psalms as God shapes and renews our life of faith.The Psalms, although written long before Jesus’ time, connect us with Jesus. Theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer in his book, Life Together, helps us to understand what he called the “secret of the psalter”: “The Psalter is the prayer book of Jesus Christ…. He prayed the Psalter and now it has become his prayer for all time.” As we encounter Jesus Himself praying in these Psalms, Jesus draws us into His “Songs of Renewal.”

Wednesday, March 4 psalm 22:23-31 • “song of thE forsakEn”

Wednesday, March 11 psalm 19 • “song of thE rEfrEshEd”

Wednesday, March 18 psalm 107:1-9 • “song of thE rEdEEmEd”

Wednesday, March 25 psalm 119:9-16 • “song of thE sEEkEr”

Maundy Thursday april 2 all services wiTh holy coMMunion

4:30 pm Maundy Thursday Worship5:45 pm Spanish Maundy Thursday Worship7:00 pm Maundy Thursday Worship (Childcare available at 7 p.m.)

Good Friday april 34:30 pm Tenebrae Service 5:45 pm Spanish Worship7:00 pm Tenebrae Service (Childcare available at 7pm)

easTer saTurday april 49:30 am Easter Egg Hunt

easTer sunday april 5 all services wiTh holy coMMunion

6:30 am Outdoor service in courtyard 8:00 am Festival Worship/Sanctuary9:30 am Festival Worship/Sanctuary11:00 am Contemporary Worship/Family Life Center11:00 am Spanish Worship/Sanctuary (Childcare available at 9:30 & 11am services)

easTer BreakFasT served in The FaMily liFe cenTer conTinuously FroM 7-10aM

• March 2015

ASK YOURSELF…These QuesTions reGardinG a “chariTaBle reMainder TrusT: a GreaT way To donaTe.”

1. Do you plan to donate to charity, either now or through your estate, when the Lord calls you home?

2. Would you prefer some control over whether you will be an involuntary philanthropist (paying taxes to the IRA) or a voluntary philanthropist (making charitable gifts to the ministries you desire)?

3. Have you ever considered naming your favorite charities as beneficiaries under your will, trusts, life insurance policies, annuities, or even retirement accounts?

4. Would you like to increase your current income, enjoy significant income tax deductions, and eventually leave a substantial legacy for your favorite charity or ministry through a Charitable Remainder Unitrust or Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust?

5. Have you sought the counsel of an experienced Gift Planning Counselor to explore your options and learn more about Charitable Planning?

6. Has your will or estate plan been updated in the past five years?7. Does your attorney have experience with estate planning, or do they do it as a sideline or with a boilerplate plan?8. Have you considered that your stewardship can go on past the grave?9. Do you have any idea what question # 4 is talking about?

Please call Robin Paris, our Gift Planning Counselor, if these questions have piqued your curiosity. She does have answers to all these questions, and can guide your process of examining the best, most God-pleasing way to handle your charitable giving while alive; and your legacy gifts, with appropriately drafted documents and language, with what is left behind.Call her at her Holy Cross, Lake Mary FL office at 407-333-0797, Ext. 1103, or email her at Robin.Paris@lfnd.org. Or, best of all, fill out and return the form below:Robin Paris, c/o Holy Cross, 780 N. Sun Drive, Lake Mary, FL 32746!

NAME ________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________________

PHONE _______________________________ EMAIL ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

q I would like more information about how I can bless my family and my church for generations to come.

q I would like someone to review my current will or estate plan.

q Please help my congregation learn more about the benefits of a Ministry Endowment.

q Please send information about: ___Gift Annuities___ Charitable Trusts___ Donor Advised Funds___

q Other: ______________________________________________________________________________

• March 2015

THE TRUTH ADVANTAGECHRIST’S KIDS’ CLUB There will be no CKC during March. Enjoy Spring Break and holiday celebrations with your families!

Our home receives dozens of telephone solicitations to contribute to charities, political groups, and various venders who begin talking by saying, “We are not trying to sell you anything.” Sometimes they ask me, “How are you Mr. Lisk?” On occasion I actually answer the question. I remember an incident after I had experienced an injection in my eye for a chronic condition. I replied by describing the procedure and the pain. The solicitor became empathetic, confused, and forgot what he was selling. We had a nice talk.We live in a world of lies. The product claims to be “free” but there is often a large postage and handling charge. The politician says “You can keep your doctor” but you can’t. The saleslady says, “That dress looks great on you!” (And it doesn’t.) The store advertises 50% off but inflates the original price. The Publix clerk asks how are you? You feel terrible but you say, “Fine,” and add, “How are you” – not really caring what the answer might be.On one occasion a clerk asked me how I was, and I replied “Thankful.” That comment opened up a meaningful dialogue. The other day a clerk shared with me “That man just tried to scam me.” I replied that there are a lot of lies in the world, but that “Jesus is the way, the truth and the life.” She said, “Yes he is, but a lot of people don’t know it.” For me that was a brief slice in time of koinonia, the “communion of saints,” the affirmation of a common bond in Jesus Christ. Precious, because the truth was told.Telling the truth (and yes there are times when we should be silent) opens up meaningful conversation, builds trust, facilitates healing and imitates God – who cannot lie (Hebrews 6:8). Sometimes we know the truth but we are silent, fearing social censure. Martin Luther King, Jr., a truth-teller, once remarked, “In the end we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” Benjamin Franklin in Poor Richard’s Almanack said it differently: “As we must account for every idle Word, so we must for every idle Silence.” As Christians, followers of the Christ, God expects us not to be silent but to speak the truth in love. This makes our relationships better. Furthermore, there are issues we should address today such as the persecution of Christians and Jews, and the rights of the unborn. We speak out for the unborn because God tells us “Rescue those being led away to death, hold back those staggering toward slaughter… (Proverbs 24:11-12). We speak the truth about false religions and harmful ideas even though it makes us uncomfortable. And so we are better able to make positive things happen, and thus “make a difference” in our world of lies. Above all we speak about Jesus who is “the way the truth and the life.” As truth-tellers we have the advantage.Bruce Lieske Missions and Evangelism Team

COMMUNITY SERVICE Join the PoP Youth Ministry Team the 3rd Tuesday of the month (March 17) as we serve dinner to the homeless in downtown Orlando.We will meet at 6:30pm in the parking lot next to the Church of St. George—24 N. Rosalind Ave. 32801—across from Lake Eola.

ATTN: PoP VETERANSPrince of Peace member Ron Henderson has been trained by the Veterans Administration to help provide support to veterans.Anyone wishing to apply for new benefits may contact Ron for assistance. The new VA Clinic in Lake Nona also has many support services available.

• March 2015

FOLLOW YOUR VALUES TO FINANCIAL SECURITYMake wise decisions aBouT your Money By FollowinG your values.

When it comes to making financial decisions, we have three choices:

1. Share2. Save3. Spend

Our values serve as an internal compass to help keep us on track with what’s truly important in our lives. With this in mind, make a list of your values. Next, determine how much of your income you want to share, save and spend each week or month, based on your values. For example, if financial security and generosity are important, you may want to save x% of your earnings every month to cover essential and planned-for expenses, as well as share a portion of your income with your church or a cause that’s close to your heart. Keep in mind that in addition to financial resources, you can share your time and talents to help others, too. In doing so, you can help strengthen communities and change lives.

connecT your FaiTh and Finances For more than 100 years, Thrivent Financial has helped our member-owners be wise with money and live generously. We can do the same for you. Your Thrivent Financial representative can help you develop a customized strategy that aligns your financial goals with your values. Contact Rick Ackerman, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP®; Financial Consultant at (407)650-0065 or at richard.ackerman@thrivent.com today, or visit Thrivent.com.

FROM YOUR PoP BOOKKEEPEROne way you can recycle the return

envelopes in those annoying junk-mail solicitations is to donate the envelopes to me. Many times I use these envelopes for internal items such as paychecks, etc. Just drop them off in the church office and we’ll put them to good use. Thanks!Other news: remember if you are planning a church-sponsored event such as hosting a food drive or benefit for someone in need; cleaning up a local park; hosting a youth safety event, you can apply for funding from Thrivent.com/actionteam. After their approval, you will receive resources including T-shirts and seed money to help get you started. For more information, contact Rick Ackerman.Go Green by setting up your weekly offerings through your banks’ bill-pay free service. It’s easy and can be cancelled at any time. Contact Lu Burchfield for more information.

Join us For our annual easTer eGG hunT ouTreach evenT! ✿ Volunteers Are Needed – Please see DCE Emily

if you are interested! ✿ Candy Donations Needed – We are in need of

3,000 pieces of individually wrapped candy of any kind (chocolate or other). Please place donations in designated box in the church office, Narthex, or FLC. Please bring all candy donations by Wednesday, March 18!

✿ Prayers Needed – Pray that those on our campus this day may learn the importance of this celebration.

Saturday, april 4 • 9:30-11am

• March 2015

Can you believe it’s already March? When you stay busy, time sure flies. If your family is anything like mine, we are all caught up in the

daily grind of work, dropping kids off and picking up from school, only to take them to soccer practice or ballet. We then follow up the extracurricular activities with dinner, and homework, not necessarily in that order.We live in a hurry-up world—zipping from place to place, rarely taking the time to enjoy the moment. When was the last time you stopped to watch a bird search for food, or a mother duck teach her ducklings how to swim? Here in Florida, we are blessed to have so many beautiful plants and flowers that bloom almost all year long. Have you taken the time to admire God’s perfection in all the delicate and intricate details within a flower? We need to ask ourselves, “Have I stopped to smell any roses lately?”It is so important to take time for our family, our friends and ourselves. We all need to slow down and enjoy the little moments. It’s so easy not to realize how quickly the days fly by when we are right in the midst of things. From now on, when you find yourself rushing from place to place, remember to take a deep whiff.

Kathy Hudson

Thank you

The Crosstrainers would like to thank everyone for their support with Hoop De Doo De Daisy, this year’s Hearts for Jesus campaign thru the FL-GA District.As of this writing we do not have a total of monies raised to support Rebecca’s Garden of Hope, but we had a great turnout and the Crosstrainers had a lot of fun earning points. Thank you.

FROM OUR PARISH NURSEproTecTinG our MosT valued asseTs

From a healthcare perspective, we are talking about our health, either collectively or individually; however, in my vision the greatest asset is our children, grandchildren and in many cases our great grandchildren. This gift from our Lord is a cherished part of our lives, an irreplaceable part that forever remains at the forefront of every conscious thought, especially their future.In support of that, we are also responsible for their training. “Train a child in the way they should go” Proverbs 22:6. For their safety, the following are the Top 10 Home Safety Tips for Kids:1. Be prepared for emergencies2. Secure windows, block

stairways and lock doors3. Install a smoke alarm and

carbon monoxide detector4. Keep small items and food out

of reach5. Cover electrical outlets and protect children from

electrical wires6. Keep sleeping areas as bare as possible, especially for

babies7. Keep cleaning materials and other chemicals away

from children8. Never leave children alone near water9. Keep children safe around family pets10. Any firearms should be unloaded and locked awayBetween services in March there will be additional information regarding child safety. Please come and review the information in the Family Life Center.God Bless,

Gerry Noss

• March 2015

GRANDPARENTS!Join aloa and luTher sprinGs For Grands weekend, March 20-22, 2015

Bring your grandchildren for a weekend of spiritual growth and fun. Each day includes worship, intergenerational Bible study, exploring creativity, sharing stories, and growing together in Christ. You’ll enjoy campfires, canoeing, cookie baking, crafts, hiking, and plenty of family free time. Children may stay with grandparent in Kuehner Center motel-style rooms or in Morgan Village Cabins with a Luther Springs counselor. Each cabin is carpeted, heated/air-conditioned, and has its own restroom.TO REGISTER contact Jessica, the Novus Way registrar, at 828-684-2361 (www.novusway.com/our-programs/family/luthersprings). Presented at Luther Spring Camp & Retreat Center near Gainesville in cooperation with ALOA (Adult Lutherans Organized for Action)LEADERS: Rev. Dick Hafer, Rev. Dave and Debby Kruger, Margo Walbolt & Luther Springs staff.Cost: Kuehner Center/Morgan Village: $95 per adult (13+); $65 per child (2-12) – 4th grandchild is free!RV Site: $55 per adult (13+); $35 per child

As we continue our Lenten journey, let us take time daily to prepare with prayer, devotions, and praise for the glorious victory of our resurrected Christ on Easter.Twenty members attended our baby shower for Lillian and Redeeming Life Maternity Home. Thank you for your support. Lillian was very appreciative. We are planning to attend baby Gabrielle’s baptism and tour the home. When we have a date for the birth and baptism, we will pass that information along to you. Don’t forget to return your baby bottles by Sunday, March 8.Join us for some St. Patrick’s Day fun and fellowship on Wednesday, March 11, at 11am in the Family Life Center. Following our business meeting, Buck Custer will present a program on his new position as an Artillerist with his Civil War re-enactments.A traditional corned beef and cabbage lunch will be served, prepared by Lois Stanhope, Kay Richards, and Millie Ahern. Hope to see you there and don’t forget to invite a friend!

Congratulations to the following Crosstrainers for perfect attendance this past January: Faith and Elizabeth Green and Lauren Wiegand — way to go!!

EASTER LILIESOur Easter celebration will include having our worship spaces decorated with lilies. Please consider placing a lily in memory of a loved one or to commemorate a special occasion.There is an envelope in your offering envelope packet or you may use the form below.The suggested donation is $12 per plant. Place your donation in the offering plate or drop it off in the church office by Tuesday, March 31.

Name: ___________________________________________________

Envelope Number: ____________ Amount of Donation: ___________

In Memory of: _____________________________________________

In Celebration of: ___________________________________________

• March 2015

CONNECTIONS CLASS april 10-11Are you new to Prince of Peace? Our Connections class can help you connect more deeply with God’s love as we talk about central truths held by followers of Jesus. Connections also gives you a connection with others considering membership at Prince of Peace as well as others in the PoP family.We invite you to join Pastor Ken for our “Connections” membership class on Friday evening, April 10, from 6-8 pm (a light supper will be served); and Saturday, April 11, from 8am-noon. Those who are interested may call the church office, 407-277-3945, or email connie.sanders@poporlando.com.We look forward to connecting with you as we grow together in our walk with Jesus.

prince oF peace church Financial reporTs Thru 1/31/15*

MUSIC NOTES – MARCH 2015

The season of Lent is now upon us. In the music and worship areas of ministry (and many others), this means lots of extra hours as we

prepare for all the additional services coming up. I am so incredibly blessed to work with such dedicated and hardworking musicians here at Prince of Peace. So to all of you who sing, ring, or play: thank you! To anyone reading this who does not sing, ring, or play—what are you waiting for?! As we prepare for Good Friday and Easter, the following ministries could really benefit from a few more dedicated members:Parish Choir – three or four more low-end singers (tenors and basses).Handbell Chorus – a few extra hands are always a good thing! Media Team – worship projection and soundboard operators, especially for midweek services. Computer experience preferred, training will be provided.If you are interested in joining or have questions about any of these exciting ministries, please let me know! The best way to get in touch with me is through email (austin.wessel@poporlando.com).

Austin Wessel

INCOME $ Over/(Under)Actual Budget Budget

Regular Envelopes $40,665 $41,216 ($551)Bldg./Property Fund 1,694 1,525 169 Plate Offerings 4,259 3,392 867 All Other 1,694 2,417 (723) TOTAL GIVING $48,311 $48,550 ($239)

EXPENSEAll expense $55,269 $54,705 $564

Net Cash Flow ($6,958) ($6,156) ($802)

INCOME $ Over/(Under)Actual Budget Budget

Tuition $14,659 $19,668 ($5,010)Other Fees/Receipts 125 - 125 TOTAL RECEIPTS $14,784 $19,668 ($4,885)

EXPENSEAll expense $11,370 $19,656 ($8,286)

Net Cash Flow $3,413 $12 $3,401

Receipts $63,095 $68,218 ($5,124)Expense 66,639 74,362 (7,722)

($3,545) ($6,144) $2,599

* Subject to possible additional adjustments

Prince of Peace Preschool

POP - TOTAL COMBINED

• March 2015

chapel scheduleEach Wednesday we gather for Chapel in the Sanctuary at 9:15. Please join us!Date Theme Bible Lesson Leader3/4 Noah's Ark/Rainbows Genesis 5:32-9:17 Pastor Borges3/11 Jesus Feeds the 5,000 Matthew 14:13-21 Mary3/18 David and Goliath 1Samuel 17 Emily3/25 No Chapel VPK Spring Break

Food proGraMThe Food Program began on February 16, much to the delight of the children and parents. What a blessing to be able to provide meals for our littlest ones!

enrollMenTEnrollment has begun for the 2015-2016 School Year. At this time one VPK class is almost full! Please send in your registration forms as soon as possible to guarantee a spot for next year.

new playGround MulchThis past month we received new mulch to help brighten up our playground. Thanks so much to the Endowment Committee, MoP, and LWML for funding this project. We are so grateful!

Julianne Wiegand

EMAIL PRAYER MINISTRY Have you joined yet, no cost involved, just blessings! Everyone is invited and encouraged to receive the Email Prayer Ministry Update each week. Contact Judy Finnie, Prayer Ministry coordinator at jfinnie@cfl.rr.com.As we begin a new year, let’s join together in prayer and stay connected to one another. We are to “love one another, as Jesus loves us.”

• March 2015

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SPIRIT NIGHT Tuesday, March 10, will be our Spirit Night fundraiser at the

Sonny's BBQ down Semoran (to-ward the airport). Come show your support by eating BBQ with fellow church families from 5-9pm, and don't forget to bring your flier when you come! (In January, $64.70 was raised at Spirit Night for the youth.)

Lutheran Women in mission

We received a thank you note from Russell House in Orlando for our donation last month. PoP members gave $96 to mites in January—so close to that $100 mark we strive for. In February, we sold bouquets of candy roses and donated, handmade

mugs. We were pleased with the $333 this project raised. Thank you so much.All women of the church are invited to a Spring Rally at Sanford’s Redeemer Lutheran Church in April. We will be taking gifts for Redeeming Life Maturity Home, who provided the baby bottles for our church. We are still working on how much we can give to the FL/GA District LWML for love scholarships.  These scholarships support students at all our Concordia colleges or seminaries studying to be a pastor, teacher, or DCE.  Love scholarships can be given to students who do not make the grade point required of other scholarships and there is always a need here. We want to give this in memory of our beloved deceased sister, Lee Richards. The national LWML is supporting Lutheran Public Radio with $40,000 over the next two years.  Our mites will be helping to provide additional office staff so the director can devote more time toward development of unprecedented opportunities to broadcast the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world.  LWML will allow the program, Issues, Etc., sustainability and expansion for the next two years. Check it out at www.issuesetc.org.  Listen to Lutheran Radio and purchase the book of the month, the Concordia Psalter.Lots of ways to grow in our faith!

VBS 2015 — EVErESt Join us as we embark on an icy expedition where we will overcome obstacles with God’s awesome power! Throughout our week, kids will be anchored in rock-solid Bible truths that will help to guide them through life’s challenges! We will climb Mount Everest June 15-19. Many climbing experts are needed to ensure the safety and knowledge for all our young hikers. Recruitment for climbing experts will begin soon! Reservations to join a Climbing Crew will open on Monday, May 4!

• March 2015

QuesTions? eMily.henTe@poporlando.coM or 407-277-3945

BiBle class/sTudy opporTuniTies 6th-12th grade – Sunday morning (9:35-10:30am) for “The Story” in the Bickel building with DCE Emily.

youTh Group coMMuniTy service – sTraiGhT sTreeT orlando 6th-12th grade will meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month (March 17)at 6:30pm in the parking lot next to the Church of St. George (24 N. Rosalind Ave. 32801 – across Rosalind from Lake Eola) to serve dinner to the homeless.

spiriT niGhT Tuesday, March 10, will be our Spirit Night Fundraiser at the Sonny’s BBQ down Semoran (toward the airport). Come show your support by eating BBQ with fellow church families! Don’t forget to bring your flyer with you!!

ACOLYTE/COMMUNION HELPER SCHEDULE

youTh coMMiTTee MeeTinG Tuesday, March 10. We will meet at Sonny’s for Spirit Night @ 6pm.

disTricT hiGh school GaTherinG The HSG “collide” is taking place March 13-15 at the Westin in Lake Mary. All attendees à Meet at PoP around 5:30pm on Friday, March 13. We will leave shortly after that! Grab something to eat before coming to church (or grab something from McD’s next door once you get to PoP). There will be snacks served later in the evening at the Gathering. We will return to PoP by noon on Sunday, March 15. Contact DCE Emily with any questions.

chrisT’s kids’ cluB There will be no CKC during March. Enjoy Spring Break and holiday celebrations with your families!

youTh easTer BreakFasT Our Team of PoP men will be cooking for us again this year! Breakfast will begin at 7am and end at 10am. Two teams of helpers will be needed for shifts this year:Shift 1: 6:30-8:30am Shift 2: 8:30-10:30am.

laser TaG ouTinG

Who: All 6th-12th grade youthWhen: Friday, March 27 —

7-11pmWhere: Extreme Laser Tag

Orlando Cost: $15 per personDetails: We will meet at PoP at

7pm and head out to Extreme Laser Tag. We will return to PoP by 11pm for parent pick-up.

** Parents – If you would like to be a chaperone and driver for this outing, please speak with DCE Emily.**

youTh Group schedule Sunday, March 1 – No YouthSunday, March 8 – Messy Games ‘Lite’Sunday, March 15 – St. Patty’s Green Food Night Sunday, March 22 – No YouthFriday, March 27 – Laser TagSunday, March 29 – No Youth

souper Bowl oF carinG Thank you for helping us collect more than $1,660 for our PoP Food Pantry!

sunday acolyTe (8:15 service) coMMunion helper (10:45 service)

March 1 Tabitha Martinez Christopher SitoMarch 8 Joey Embach Rebelah-Joy HardingMarch 15 Peyton Williams Matthew WiegandMarch 22 Daniel Evangelista Hunter Stief

March 29 (Palm Sunday)

Tabitha MartinezTate TackettSarah WiegandRyan Zehnder

Abby Seyfert

• March 2015

happy BirThday!We wish birthday blessings to those who celebrate their special days this month! (If we have missed you, please contact the church office.)

March Birthdays

1 Jackie Zehnder2 Pirosca Berroa

Melissa Harrison Karin Hart-Wilson Kristi Holton

3 Lourdes Duprey Janet Velez Carla Warnock

4 Kenny Brus Cristian Montanez

6 Ana Calderon Jan Fry Michael Vokovich

7 Colleen Eldredge 9 Gavin Browning

Sarah Del Rio Lance Ingersoll Oliver Mejia

10 Kurt Bickel Linda Cuilla Esther Kontos

13 Melissa Abbuhl Ray Brokke Peg Green Herbert Schnell

14 Mardorie Garcia Don Schwartzburg

16 Bonnie Anselmo Emmanuel Ramirez

17 Brynece Allen David Ault Rosalie O’Neil Karen Seyfert Sonia Tellez

18 Andy Abercrombie Terry Barton Frank Churchville Loraine Luebke Dorothy Reynolds

20 Joshula Flowers Bruce Lieske Jackie Robertson

21 David Acuna Isaak Allen Naomi Beyersdorf Tuy Lombard Michael Veal

22 Joan Bergmoser Roberta Weaver

23 Dorothy Dreves24 Bryan Burns

Billy Embach Arleth Molina

25 Ligia Borges Linda House Kenneth Millen James Scott John Young

26 Carol Bickel Patrick Browne Geraldine Long Gloria Nelson Katelyn Sanchez

27 Pam Armitage Moises Borges Edwin Molina Rosalba Torres

28 Carlos Montanez

29 Russ Beyersdorf Wilmelia Darder John Moore Doris Soto

30 Chantana Millen Jeff Powell

31 John I’Anson

• March 2015

MINUTES FROM JANUARY 19, 2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

BOD Present: Jim Reynolds, Jason Seyfert, Linda I’Anson, Rick Ackerman, Brian Browning, Kurt Bickel, Sonia Tellez, Jim Ingersoll, Bob Zamsky, Zaida Torres, Ed Estes, Kathy Hudson, Rev Ken Green (ex-officio).Absent: NoneStaff Present: Rev Adolfo Borges, Austin Wessel, Julianne Wiegand.Congregation Members Present: Gene Fresk, Charlie BrannekyGuests: Robin Paris, Jim Pennington (LCMS Foundation)Welcome Jim Reynolds

Approval of Today’s Agenda M/S/C Approval of December 2014 Minutes M/S/CDevotion Pastor Ken (2Kings 6: Elisha and his servant – Open our Eyes)

Discusssion Transfer the Blessings: Presentation by Robin Paris and Jim Henington with the LCMS Foundation proposing that PoP engage the foundation to help grow the Endowment Fund. M/S/C to engage the foundation with this program with funds to come from the Endowment Fund.

senior pastor report:

• Challenges: Fiscal Position at PoP, include the Preschool; however, the results from the Restoration Project were miraculous. PK thanked Kurt for all his time and effort in leading this project. Need to continue to develop leaders.

• Other Reflections: Investing in staff and team building; investing in personal and professional growth. The first thing we are NOT going to do is panic about any of the challenges facing us. We must use sanctified common sense and prayer to solve our problems. Investing strategically – and seeking assistance where I find weakness. PK asked for approval to seal the parking lot (north end) with funds to come from MoP. Total bill is estimated at $650. M/S/C. Playground needs to be re-mulched.

Motion to mulch with MoP paying $1,000 and $1,000 coming from rest of the budget. M/S/C to approve; one opposed. The Endowment Committee voted to provide $1,000 for the mulch project.

• Need to start thinking about candidates for BoD elections in June.

operational reports/ staFF reports

• PK recognized Emily for achieving her 5th anniversary as DCE at PoP

• Finance report through December 2014 Linda I. – Ended year end with a loss of $67,000 with the

Preschool accounting for $47,000 of that total• Ratify email expenditures - NONECommittee reports / All committees

old business

• Restore Project: Total pledged and contributed totals approximately $298,000 with approximately $112,000 already received. A/C Phase One ($24,700) will be complete 1/20/2015. A/C Phase Two will commence soon. (approx. $15,000). Only 4 remaining A/C units left will be 2 large sanctuary units, one balcony unit, and one for the Preschool office. The Preschool office unit will require a crane to replace and will be the last unit considered since this unit is working well at this time.

• Strategic Direction - (20 minutes) Kurt Bickel – Need to plan for both governance and operations

over the next several years; next year plus a four-year extension. M/S/C to adopt the Strategic Planning Process Kurt proposed.

new business

executive session

Adjourn w/Prayer Pastor Ken M/S/C to adjourn at 9:45 pm

Respectfully submitted: Rick Ackerman, Secretary, BOD.