Belief & Practice
Overview
Our church teaches and responds to the love of the Triune God: the Father, creator of all that exists; Jesus Christ, the Son, who became human to suffer and die for the sins of all human beings and to rise to life again in the ultimate victory over death and Satan; and the Holy Spirit, who creates faith through God's Word and Sacraments. The three persons of the Trinity are coequal and coeternal, one God.
The teaching of the Lutheran church can be summarized in three short phrases: Grace alone, Faith alone, Scripture alone.
Grace alone
God loves the people of the world, even though they are sinful, rebel against Him and do not deserve His love. He sent Jesus, His Son, to love the unlovable and save the ungodly.
Faith alone
By His suffering and death as the substitute for all people of all time, Jesus purchased and won forgiveness and eternal life for them. Those who hear this Good News and believe it have the eternal life that it offers. God creates faith in Christ and gives people forgiveness through Him.
Scripture alone
The Bible is God's inerrant and infallible Word, in which He reveals His Law and His Gospel of salvation in Jesus Christ. It is the sole rule and norm for Christian doctrine.
Who is Jesus?
For more than 2,000 years people have asked the question, "Who is Jesus?". We were not present when Jesus lived on this earth, but in the Bible we have the record of his birth, life, death on the cross, and resurrection. Study of the Bible, God's Word, will enable you to seek out the answer to this age-old question.
The above and additional information can be viewed at: http://www.lcms.org/
If you're checking out Prince of Peace for the first time, you can expect the same thing that many now look forward to each and every week. A place to grow, be challenged, be loved, and have fun in the abundant life that we've been created to live out through a relationship with Jesus Christ. That's what we are all about. Here at Prince of Peace we have energetic and passionate music as well as down to earth teaching, but the most important thing is that you will always hear the truth of the message of Jesus Christ. So, we invite you to come and take it all in for yourself this next Sunday at 8:00 or 10:30am.
The Get To Know Us section of our website should help you with some of the questions you may have as to who we are, what we believe, and what we do. If you need anything else just send an email to our pastor with your questions and we'll get right back to you. Thanks for checking us out and we hope to see you soon.
Since visiting any church for the first time can be a little intimidating, we've put together the following information. We hope it will answer your questions and reduce any anxiety that you may have about what to expect when you visit Prince of Peace.
Here are our F.A.Q.s:
Getting Situated
You can check out our MAP for directions before you head out Sunday morning. Once you get here you'll find plenty of parking, including spaces for visitors and the handicapped. The building is fully accessible with signs at specific locations to help you get around. When you enter the building from the front entrance the Sanctuary is to the right; coffee and snacks in the Fellowship Hall to the left, and coat racks and restrooms straight ahead through the main hall. Someone will gladly answer any questions if you need assistance.
We will not make you stand up or embarrass you!
We promise not to embarrass you or make you feel uncomfortable. We will greet you with smiles and an elbow bump if you like. We'll respect that your relationship with the Lord is a personal matter, and that your attendance is not for our benefit but for yours. If you would like, please introduce yourself to one of our Elders, or our Pastor. Whether you are a growing believer or merely checking out our church, we hope you feel a fresh expression of God’s love.
What should I wear?
God accepts us as we are - no matter who we are, what we do, or how we dress. We do not have a dress code. Worshipers at Prince of Peace wear anything from jeans and tee shirts, to slacks and golf shirts, to suits and ties. Please wear whatever you feel is most comfortable for you in this setting.
What about the kids?
We encourage families to worship together, little ones are always welcome! But if you have need, ask someone to direct you to the nursery located in the main hall, a short distance from the main entrance. The nursery is not staffed right now. We ask that a parent stay with the child.
What about the offering?
This is an opportunity for our regular members to actively respond to all God has given them by freely offering their resources in support of his church. We certainly do not expect or require visitors to put anything in the offering plate, though you are welcome to do so if you choose.
Will I be able to follow along with the service?
Our services follow an order of service created by our Pastor. It is easy to follow along on a big screen in the sanctuary. We print a minimal amount of bulletins, but you can grab one on your way in if you like.
Can I take Communion? How does it work?
On the back cover of each bulletin, the communion practice at Prince of Peace is explained for all of those visiting the church. If you have any questions concerning Communion, please ask an usher or greeter to direct you to one of the Pastors or Elders serving that morning. If you will be partaking of Communion but are unable to walk to the front of the church, notify the usher and a server will bring it to you where you are seated.
8:00 a.m. and 10:30am Worship
Currently, we offer a traditional service with organ and hymns at 8am and a live contemporary band at 10:30am.
Our Staff
Pastor Jim Bretthauer
