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Mission
The Mission of Peace Lutheran Church Because of God’s love for us in Jesus Christ we are committed to make living, growing and witnessing disciples of Christ in the tri-state area and the world. We will, by the power of the Holy Spirit, through Word and Sacrament, carry out this mission by worshiping our Lord, growing in his Word, and caring for each other. A PLACE FOR FRIENDSHIP Nothing quite compares to the joy of Christian friendship. That’s why we make it a priority to build lasting bonds between the members of our church family - bonds of concern and genuine commitment to one another. A PLACE FOR LEARNING To us, studying the Bible is vital because it not only instructs us intellectually, but also guides us spiritually. We believe it and accept it as God’s Word to man, a Book that is relevant to life today. A PLACE FOR SERVICE Just as Jesus Christ came "not to be ministered unto, but to minister..." We accept our responsibility to reach out in service to others - both inside and outside our church family. A PLACE FOR WORSHIP The primary reason we meet together is to focus our attention on God, giving Him our worship and receiving His blessing and inspiration. Each of these occasions is a special time of spiritual refreshment. We hope this is what you experience with us and we certainly hope you visit often. January 9, 1983 - First worship service is held for the new preaching station (Country Meadows Resort dining room) January 16, 1983 - Weekly services begin at Moore’s Barn July 17, 1983 - Rev. Loren Shiley called as the first pastor; the current 75-acre farm site is purchased.
October 16, 1983 - The name of the church - Peace Lutheran Church is accepted. October 14, 1984 - A new Fellowship Hall/Church has been built and dedicated on this date. August 11, 1986 - Peace Lutheran Church hosts its first Vacation Bible School. October 18, 1987 - Rev. Loren Shiley suffers a fatal heart attack. Rev. Dr. Reuben Schmidt serves as interim pastor. June 26, 1988 - Rev. Robert W. Weinhold is installed as pastor. August 24, 1992 - Peace Lutheran’s Wee Creations Preschool is started. September 12, 1993 - Rev. Weinhold accepts a call to another congregation and Rev. Dr. Reuben Schmidt serves as interim pastor. October 3, 1993 - The second Education Wing that was added onto church is dedicated. March 13, 1994 - Rev. Wayne C. Berkesch is installed as pastor. July 12, 1998 - The plans for a new sanctuary are approved and a building contractor chosen by the Voter’s Assembly. December 24, 1999 - On Christmas Eve, the first service is held in the new sanctuary. April 30, 2000 - Dedication of the new sanctuary.
Pastor: Wayne Berkesch Youth Director: Amber Vonderau
Chairman: Mark Bienz
Financial Secretary: Yvonee Berlew
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