Welcome to worship!  We’re glad you found us.

Six weeks into their wilderness journey, with all their food stores used up, the Israelites face their first test.  How, they wonder, will we be able to survive?  God’s answer comes in the form of manna and quail.  In the gospel reading Matthew narrates one of Jesus’ controversial parables in which Jesus says that the reign of God is like that of a landowner who pays his workers the same wage no matter what time of day they begin work. God is gracious and merciful, abounding in steadfast love. In baptism we receive the grace of God that is freely given to all. As Martin Luther wrote, in the presence of God’s mercy we are all beggars.

To view the Live Stream broadcast of this service on September 24, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 20A 9.24.23 bulletin

Our theme for the day is—WE ARE THE BODY OF CHRIST: Everyone has an important role.   It is a time for re-connecting with each other; a time for re-discovering our place within the vibrant community of Peace Lutheran; a time for re-engaging in the ministry opportunities that are present in our community; a time for re-joining the pattern of weekly education and worship as together we are equipped by the Spirit for lives of service in God’s world.

The day begins with activities from 9:15-10:15am downstairs in the Peace Fellowship Hall and on the outside patio, including fun crafts and activity stations.  There will be a special station all about garbology, so make sure you look for Mother Earth and the Wishcycling Witch.  A light breakfast will be served. Looking forward to seeing you there!

**Please bring a few items to add to our outdoor Food Pantry if you can!**

To tune into the Live Stream broadcast of this service at 10:30am, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 19A 9.17.23 Rally Sunday bulletin

Rally Sunday is scheduled for September 17, 2023  9:15 -10:15 AM

The Peace Education Team is kicking off a new Sunday School year with Rally Day on Sunday, September 17th from 9:15-10:15am downstairs in the Peace Fellowship Hall and on the outside patio.

Once again, our theme for the day is “We Are The Body Of Christ” – Everyone has an important role! (Because we all do! 🙂 )

Rally Day morning will include fun crafts and activity stations!

The Creation Care team has been working on a special station all about garbology, so make sure you look for Mother Earth and the Wishcycling Witch.

We will be serving a light breakfast as well.. 🙂

Looking forward to seeing you there!

**Please bring a few items to add to our outdoor Food Pantry if you can!**

“God’s Work, Our Hands” Service Day!

Saturday, September 9, 2023, 9am –12 noon at Lincoln Park

This year marks the 10th anniversary of “God’s work. Our hands.” Service Day!  September 9, Peace will once again join in this annual day of service.

We’re teaming once again with Friends of Lincoln Park (FLiP) for this year’s project.

Be sure to sign up using this link from project leader Lisa McGinty:

https://seattle.greencitypartnerships.org/event/22674/

Lisa is working on hands-on tasks that will be family friendly! Hope to see you!

Stay tuned as we make arrangements for what this year’s project will be and how you can participate!

Moses at the Burning Bush (detail), Marc Chagall, 1966

Welcome to worship!  We’re glad you found us.

In part two of a two week sermon series, today we hear the story of Moses at the burning bush a second time. 

We celebrate Christ’s presence in the Sacrament of the Table each week at Peace. Christ, our Host, meets us in this meal of grace and offers himself,  fully embodied,  in the bread and wine.  He invites all to come and meet him in this Holy Meal.

To tune into the Live Stream broadcast of this service at 10:30am, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 18A 9.10.23 bulletin

WELCOME TO PEACE – WE’RE GLAD YOU FOUND US!

Stepping off the path, Moses meets God at the burning bush, and receives a new call. In Romans, Paul addresses all who follow Jesus with the injunction: “Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good.” When Peter doesn’t grasp Jesus’ words about suffering, Jesus tells the disciples they will find their lives in losing them. In worship we gather as a community that we might offer ourselves for the sake of our suffering world.

Our annual God’s Work—Our Hands service project will be held on Saturday, September 9^th this fall.  We’ll join other Friends of Lincoln Park (FLiP) volunteers from 9am – Noon at Lincoln Park.   Lisa assures us the hands-on tasks we’ll engage in will be FAMILY FRIENDLY!  You can sign up using this LINK.

To tune into the Live Stream broadcast of this service at 9:30am, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 17A 9.3.23 bulletin

Post-Sabbatical Celebration in Lincoln Park!

Pastor Erik Kindem was on Sabbatical from March 27 – July 31. Today is our “official” day for marking his return, along with his family—wife Chris, son Kai, daughter Naomi.  We’ve told Pastor Erik we’d like to hear something about their Sabbatical experience during today’s service, and he has responded by preparing five vignettes/stories to share, which are imbedded in the service.

To view the Live Stream broadcast of this service, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 16A 8.27.23 bulletin

You can read the stories that Pastor Erik shared HERE.

Worship And Potluck Picnic At Lincoln Park – Sunday, August 27, 2023  9:30 – 2:00 JOIN US!

The Sabbatical Team has reserved Shelter #1 at Lincoln Park for our worship service on Sunday, August 27.

Following the service, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a picnic and talk with the Kindem family about their journeys during the time they were away. There will NOT be a service at the church buidling on this Sunday. However, the tech team will livestream the service at the park, so, if you are unable to join us there, please tune in!

When: August 27, worship at 9:30, with potluck picnic to follow

Where: Lincoln Park, Shelter # 1 at the south end of the park on the upper level under the trees; from the south parking lot, follow the path that veers slightly to the right, which will take you to the shelter

What To Bring: Food to share and a utensil for dishing; lawn chairs or blankets (we will have extra chairs for those who don’t have access to them)

What We Will Provide: Compostable plates, cups, tableware, and drinks

Parking: Space is limited in the parking lots. If there are no spaces in either the south or north lots, you may park on the east side of Fauntleroy or in the neighborhood.

Transportation: Due to the limited parking, we encourage you to carpool or ride the bus. If you choose to carpool, you may meet at the church between 8:45 and 9:00. Directions for riding the bus are below.

Accessibility: People will be in the parking lot to assist you with the short walk to the shelter when you arrive.

How Can You Help Before The Service? If your vehicle can be used for carpooling, please show up at the church at 8:45 to take others to the park.

How Can You Help After The Picnic? We need a vehicle to transport some long tables back to the church when the event is over at 2:00.

Questions? Contact Heidi Eilers, Audrey Zemke, Marian Christjaener, Vicki Martinez, John Fueger, or Alan Jarvimaki.

To Join Us: 

• Remotely via Livestream: Peace Lutheran Church West Seattle Aug 27 Services
• Carpools leaving from the church at 8:45 am. (see above)
• Map of Lincoln Park with location of Shelter 1 (link to PDF file on Seattle Parks site) 
• Bus, Bike, and other commute options:
  • Address of Lincoln Park: 8011 Fauntleroy Way SW Seattle, WA 98136
  • Nearby address for trip planning to South Parking Lot: 4699 SW Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA 98136
  • GPS Coordinates for South Parking Lot: 47.526630, -122.393174
  • Google Maps to 4699 SW Cloverdale St
  • Metro Bus Trip Planner to Lincoln Park South Parking Lot
  • BikeMap route planner tool: Cycle route planner – 🚲 Bikemap
  • For RideShare users: RideshareOnline

Wildfires have devastated the Hawaiian island of Maui, and especially the history town of Lahaina. Exacerbated by strong winds, the wildfires have claimed over 100 lives and have destroyed homes, businesses and lines of communication. Wildfires have also affected the Big Island of Hawaii, and the islands remain vulnerable to more fires this season.

Lutheran Disaster Response is coordinating with the Pacifica Synod and other partners to assess the needs of people impacted by the wildfires. We will work with them to provide for immediate needs and recovery amid the widespread destruction. Lutheran Disaster Response is committed to accompanying recovering communities in the years ahead.

You can participate, knowing 100% of your gift will go directly to the needs of Maui residents, by contributing via the LDR website, or by making out a check and mailing it to Peace or dropping it in the offering plate this month.

For those who are Thrivent members, there are several additional opportunities to respond, as noted below:

Bulletin insert 8.20.23 Hawaii Fires

WELCOME TO PEACE – WE’RE GLAD YOU FOUND US!

This Sunday we gather around God’s word of forgiveness and healing, and around the Eucharistic table where Christ offers us both.

In our first reading we see how reconciliation rather than revenge is what God intends for Joseph and his brothers—and for us. The Canaanite woman in the gospel story is a Gentile, an outsider, who is unflinching in her request that Jesus heal her daughter. As Jesus commends her bold faith, how might our church extend its mission to those on the margins of society?

To tune into the Live Stream broadcast of this service at 9:30am, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 15A 8.20.23 bulletin