12.4.2020
*New Worship Location and Time Change During December*: Worship this Sunday is at 10:30 AM at Cunningham Hall located at Cunningham Park within the Starkey Ranch community in Odessa. The address for Cunningham Park is: 12131 Rangeland Blvd., Odessa, FL, 33556. You can also enter “Cunningham Park” into most navigation systems and find the location that way. There will not be any church signs along the roadways. Look for the hall located within Cunningham Park.
This Sunday’s Advent Worship Theme: Children will ask, “Is Christmas here yet? How many days?” Christians might ask, “Why is it taking so long for Jesus to return?” This weekend we are reminded that as we wait, we want to be listening carefully. We listen carefully to God’s message and promises so we do not lose heart and we are not distracted from the fact that Jesus is going to return! Children’s Sunday School and Adult Bible Study will follow.
Why did our worship location change? The Pasco county school district has informed us that due to Pasco County positivity rates they are suspending all use of the facility agreements. We hope we will be able to return to worship at Trinity Elementary very soon.
On Sunday morning you can find a pre-recorded service here.
On Sunday morning you can worship with us on Facebook Live.
Thank Offerings: Your gifts make a difference as our reach with the gospel has widened online during COVID-19. Please continue your faithful support of proclaiming Him who is The Way, The Truth, The Life. Here are a couple of secure ways to give.
- Set up a one-time gift or reoccurring gift at our website, click here
- Donate via text, send the dollar amount you wish to give to 888-314-2975 (Example: $40)
- Send an offering envelope/check via mail to: Peace Lutheran Church, 3030 Starkey Blvd (Suite 227), Trinity, FL 34655
Women of Peace Bible Study: The Women of Peace annual Christmas gathering is this Tuesday, December 8, at 7:00 pm via Zoom. The Zoom link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85422300442?pwd=OVpQTUJpdGg5WWlTSU5vVDJ5Y3V4QT09. This meeting will be treated as our annual Christmas party, bring your hor d’oeuvres, your refreshment of choice, and Christmas cheer. We have a couple of items to take care of but the rest of the time is for us to enjoy each other. We hope to see many faces.
If you would like to join in, but would like more details, please contact Cindy Cochran (727) 236-7022.
Christian Family Solutions is Available To Help:
Mental health issues are not suspended during this global health crisis. The holiday season can be especially difficult. If anything, underlying issues with anxiety, anger, or depression are heightened during these current circumstances. We are removing as many barriers as possible so those who need care can access it. Please don’t hesitate to contact us. Christian Family Solutions is a counseling agency affiliated with our church. You can learn more or request an appointment by going to their website: https://appointment.christianfamilysolutions.org/
Meditations:
New Meditations (One per family) are available this Sunday at the Guest Services table. The new series of devotions starts November 29. If you are unable to be with us in-person and would like a Meditations booklet, please contact the office via email: staff@peacelutherantrinity.com. The Meditations booklets are a great way to stay connected with God’s Word daily.
This Week’s Schedule:
SUN. DEC. 6
10:00 am Worship @ Cunningham Hall
11:00 am Bible Study/Children’s Sunday School
Youth Confirmation Class In-Person @ Longleaf Office
TUESDAY
6:00 pm CAP Class
7:00 pm Women of Peace Virtual Christmas Gathering (Online)
WEDNESDAY
1:30 pm Cross Connections Bible Study Online
7:00 pm Cross Connections Bible Study Online
SATURDAY
10:00 am New Mover Visits – Starts at Longleaf Office
SUN. DEC.13
10:00 am Worship @ Cunningham Hall
11:00 am Bible Study/Children’s Sunday School
5:30 pm Youth Confirmation Class In-Person @ Longleaf Office
Reminder of Worship Guidelines
Face Coverings are required during worship (with the exception of ages two and under).
Our current guidelines for gathering are still in place for public worship:
- Current Pasco County Guidelines require face coverings during worship. Masks are available at worship if you do not have a mask.
- Our worship team will help to arrange seating to promote social distancing.
- We ask that those who are sick, high risk, or have been exposed to COVID-19 within the last 14 days not gather for worship at this time. Online services will continue to be made available.
- Offering plates and guest registers will not be passed. You can place your offering in the basket provided on your way in or out of worship. We encourage setting up giving online or by text.