Today: “Easter: The Good Shepherd Brings Life” • John 10:1-10; Acts 2:42-47; 1 Peter 2:19-25 • Have you ever listened to the wrong voice—only to realize it led you somewhere you never wanted to go? In John 10, Jesus speaks not only as a comfort, but as a challenge, contrasting false shepherds with the One who truly cares for His sheep. He is the gate, the One who leads, protects, and provides. While the thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy, Jesus comes to bring life—abundant life. The risen Lord still calls us by name. He leads us out of fear and into life, guiding us by His voice and holding us securely in His care.
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Sunday Nursery • 9:00am – While our 9:00am nursery is not staffed, parents are welcome to use this space with their children, providing their own supervision, and watching the livestream.
11:00am – Our trained, background-checked volunteer will continue caring for children ages 6 months to 5 years during the 11:00am services. See DCE Eric for more information!Adult Sunday Morning Bible Class at 10:00 am • The class is led by Jim Essig. We are studying the Book of Daniel. Classes are in the Music Room during our 10:00 am Education Hour.SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR AGE 4 – GRADE 5: Kingdom Quest • Kingdom Quest is a Bible overview curriculum that teaches children the core stories of the Bible and helps them see why they matter today. We help children experience God’s love through Bible stories, crafts, games and more., as we learn to follow Jesus. The children will have a lot of fun and learn important faith lessons at the same time. https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/57d9c8
Youth Bible Class – 10:00am • The youth Bible class meets in the Board Room (church office) for Bible study. They will be looking at what the Bible says about serving him as a teen and having bible-based discussions. Be sure to have the bible app downloaded onto your phone!
The Mid-week Bible Class for Adults • Wednesday Mornings 9:30am – 10:30am in the Board Room. Led by Pastor Ken, we look ahead to the Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday.Are you looking for meaningful daily devotions that connect with everyday life?
• Our Daily Bread. “Helping you connect with God. Every day. Every way.” | https://www.odb.org/
• Lutheran Hour Ministries https://www.lhm.org/dailydevotions/
Sundays! Young Adult Group (ages 20 to 30) • The Young Adult Bible Study meets Sundays 12:30pm till 2pm. Led by Jordan Zarecki and Abby Green, they spend time connecting and reading Bible-based discussions over lunch.
Altar Flowers • If you wish to sponsor Sunday Altar Flowers at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in celebration of a special occasion or in memory of a loved one, please fill out the form online or contact our church office. https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/flowers
LWML Collecting Eyeglasses Until September 13 for Future Mission Trip There are containers located in the narthex and family life center for you to drop off your old glasses.
Support LWML Missions: The FLGA District LWML is falling short of their mission grant goal. Our PoP group will be helping raise additional funds with raffle baskets after church this week ($2 per ticket, 3 for $5). Today we also will do free will door offering. District Mission Grants awarded totaled $107,000; $83,000 have been fully funded.
New to Prince of Peace – Or Newish? Come to Our Upcoming Pastor’s Reception on May 3 at 12:30pm in the FLC • If you are new to Prince of Peace/Príncipe de Paz and would like to know more about our unique ministries, come to our Pastors’ Reception May 3, at 12:30pm in the FLC to learn more. Also at the Pastors’ Reception, you can learn more about next steps to getting connected, becoming more engaged, or becoming a member. Email staff@poporlando.com to RSVP. P.S. At the Pastors’ reception we will have the “miracle of Chick-fil-A” on a Sunday.
VBC Rainforest Falls Donations Needed • We are already collecting items for Bible Camp as decorations are being built. Financial donations are also greatly appreciated as we purchase curriculum materials, t-shirts, and a Book of Psalms for each participant. | Signup Genius VBC List: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4EAAAC2CABFC1-63389827-rainforest
PoP Kids Family Day at Capehart Park – Saturday, May 9 at 10:00am • All families are invited to spend a fun morning in play and fellowship at Capehart Park from 10:00am- Noon. We will meet under a reserved shelter for snacks and fellowship while to kids enjoy the playground and splash pad. This is a also a great opportunity to invite families to a “church event” without overwhelming them. It is a great way for Christian kids and parents to connect for mutual support and encouragement.
Mother’s Day Luncheon – Sunday, May 10 at 12:30pm in the FLC • All families of Prince of Peace/Príncipe de Paz are invited to the Mother’s Day Luncheon prepared and served by the men of the 11am Spanish service. We will have delicious food, special music, and great fellowship. We hope to see you there!
Lunch & Zilch — Thursday, May 14 in the FLC • Join us Thursday, May 14 at 11:30am for lunch and a fun game of Zilch. Invite a friend! Please RSVP by Monday, May 11. A suggested $10 donation helps cover lunch and prizes. jim.essig@poporlando.com | (407)446-7147
Celebrate Our VPK Graduates! Friday, May 22, 11am • All are invited to join us on Friday, May 22, at 11:00am, as we celebrate all these young people have accomplished as we come to the end of another awesome school year!
SAVE THE DATE: May 24 – only ONE Worship Service – at 10:30am Combined/Bilingual Worship (Day of Pentecost) • Save the date for our combined bilingual worship services where we all gather as one Prince of Peace/Principe de Paz.
Fruits of Faith
Sunday, April 19
9:00 am Traditional: 139 | 11:00am Contemporary: 73 | 11:00am Español: 75 | TOTAL: 287
Giving: Thank you for your faithful engagement in our ministry through your gifts and offerings.
March 29 offerings $11,172
April 5 offerings $13,892
April 12 offerings $ 8,154
April 19 offerings $12,570 Needed each week: $13,653
Help Care for Furry Friends • Kendall Holysz is looking for volunteers to help feed five feral cats behind the Bickel Building on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, beginning April 21 through the end of October. If you would like to lend a helping hand and support the care of these cats, please contact Kendall Holysz at 407-766-7296.
Volunteers Needed for Youth & Family Ministry • We are seeking help in two Youth & Family Ministry roles: Nursery Attendants (care for ages 6 months–5 years during the 11:00 am service; about once a month, with hope to expand to 9:00 am) and Middle School Sunday School Teacher(s) (grades 6–8, Sundays 10:00–10:45 am; curriculum provided). A background check is required. If you’re interested contact DCE Eric Gerken.
🌴 Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible Camp — Registration is OPEN! 🌿
📅Mark your Calendars and Join us: June 8–12 for an exciting tropical adventure designed for kids Age 4–Grade 5 (including rising 6th graders)! Kids will explore God’s creation and discover the “Nature of God” through games, crafts, science experiments, music, skits, snacks, and creative Bible stories.
🕘 Daily Schedule: 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
🎉 Includes group opening & closing (parents welcome to join at closing!)
🌿 Age-based groups for a fun, age-appropriate experience:
- Preschool (Age 4, not yet in kindergarten)
- Elementary (Completed K–5th Grade)
👉 Register now: https://vbspro.events/p/ed3884
Donation List: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4EAAAC2CABFC1-63389827-rainforest
PRAYERS – To add someone to this list or update us on their status, please email prayers@poporlando.com.
Prayers of Comfort: We pray for Phil and Donna Wessel and their family at the death of Phil’s mother, Rosalee Wessel. We ask Jesus, our Resurrected Lord, to bring comfort to the Wessel family and all those who grieve.
Receiving Care through Hospice: Pat McNear, Betty Schnell, Betty Chambers (mother of Pam Ingersoll), Lori Lawicki (Vanessa Vaché’s sister-in-law), Ted Wessel
Recovering at Home or Rehab Facility: Nancy Schloemer, Otto Krumpholc, Joanne Hahn, Chris Bain, Nitza Rohena, Stephanie Carbonell, Daryl Flynn, Jim Ingersoll, Susanne Johnson, Sabina Lakhan, Ava Lindsey (12 y-o granddaughter of Chris & Vicki Stork), Karen Melick, Paul Mohabir (brother of Sanita Bhairo), Stephen Monroe (friend of Carrie Tedford), Jeff Powell, Tracy Shively, Pete Spudich, James Stanley, Gene Terranova
Receiving Treatments: Zaida Vargas, Jayson Gerken, Everett Baker, Tim Smith (friend of the Pirinos), Erica Aviles (DIL of Julio Aviles), Sarah Von Braun, Bob Denton, Michelle Hollingsworth, Becky Rouse Jones, Cameron LaPointe, Bill Maneri (friend of Ken & Judy Holzscheiter), Lisa Repalo, Elena Santana, Jeff S, Barbara Smith (mother of Brooke McKinnon), Tina T, Ruth Tellez (relative of Sonia Tellez), Amber Vittone, Debbie W, Brenda Williams
Healing and Strength: Jan Vokovich, Dan May (husband of Dana Youtz), Karen Adkins, Dave & Mary Ann Ault, Ron Bledsoe, Rebecca Brooks, Linda Dicks, Sarah Dierking, Judy & Jim Finnie, Louanne Fussell, Michael Halstead, Pam Ingersoll, Chris & Kristen Ivanic, Jerry Jordan, Larry Martinez, Michael McCarty, Maddie, Tausha Miller, Camille Neville, Raya Pokigo, Raven, Miriam Rivera, Sheila Roberts, Rex Serio, Angie Shroyer, Hannah Steinbronn, Carmen & Juan, Betty Wienrich, Cricket Winters, Leon W, Linda Zamsky
Continued Care: Pat C., Al Dicks, Bob E, Linda House, Linda Jackson, Bill Jordan, Mary K.M, Micki LoBue, Connie Lerchen, Mario Muniz, Todd O; Michael, Noel, & Roger Vokovich; Jerry Warnock, Karen Wahl
Family & Friends: Alfredo (recovering from a serious car accident), Michelle S. Chapman’s mother (cancer), Rob and Lori Angus, Everette B., Delores B, Michael B, Evelyn Brucks, Donna C, Danny Conlin, Rennie Conyers, Elizabeth Dawson, Sylvia & Maurice Bourgeois (Judy Finnie’s sister and BIL), Mark Cotton (Judy Finnie’s nephew), Mike Ritzel (Judy Finnie’s nephew), Jean Rogers (Jim Finnie’s aunt), Steven Dorsagano, John Elmore, Amanda Fearce, Joanne Gabay, Rick Perre Haley, Christina, Stephanie, Joanne, Ruth Johnson (sister of Kathy McCartin), Vesta & Mark Sauter (aunt and uncle of Leah McCormack), Rex Seeds (friend of Barbara Hahn), Matthew, Michael, Samantha, Jason, Daniel Baudry, Fran Federman, Jim Obenour, Carlyn and Sarah (fighting cancer), Cindy Rock, David Rodgers, Karla Schloemer, Brandy (Karen Melick’s friend), Vern (friend of Shar and Frank Dluhy), Pat Williams, Fred Thomas, Eric Shrieves (partner of Lynn Olglesby)
Special: Risen Lord Jesus, our Good Shepherd, help us to hear Your voice above all others. Lead us in Your ways, guard us from harm, and fill us with the abundant life You give. Amen. • We ask the Lord to comfort those who have experienced trauma through man-made and natural disasters. Be with all those who suffer from famine, violence, disease, and oppression. As Your church, make us to be salt and light in our world. • We pray for President Trump, members of Congress, and the Supreme Court, as well as all state and local leaders. • Lord, watch over our first responders and keep them safe.
Prayers for those in the military or deployed, especially those connected with our PoP/PdeP family: Jake Allison, Sam Beasley, Zachary Carbonell, Billy Embach, Kyle Holysz, Matthew Rojas, Meghan Rojas, Amanda S, Greg S, Geoffrey, Antonio Watt, Anthony Witcher, Isaak Allan
Preschool Prayers: Class of the Month (March/April): VPK Lions (4-year olds) –We ask the Lord to keep Mrs. Martinez and the little ones in His constant care and to pour out His blessings upon their families.
Upcoming Events:
May 3, 12:30pm – Pastors’ Reception (Introduction to Prince of Peace for those who are newer)
May 9, 10:00am – PoP Kids Family Day at Capehart Park
May 10, 12:30pm – Mothers Day Luncheon
May 22, 11:00am – VPK Graduation
May 24, 10:30am – Pentecost Combined/Bilingual Worship Celebration (only one worship service)
May 31, 12:30pm – Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting (potluck lunch prior)
Missing a birthday or anniversary and wishing to add to the list? Please email staff@poporlando.com
Staff Contacts:
Rev. Ken Green, Senior Pastor ken.green@poporlando.com
Rev. Adolfo Borges, Assoc. Pastor adolfo.borges@poporlando.com
David Ludwig, Jr., Worship & Music david.ludwig@poporlando.com
Deaconess Ligia Borges, Outreach ligia.morales@poporlando.com
DCE Eric Gerken, Families and Youth eric.gerken@poporlando.com
Anne Dobbins, Preschool Director anne.dobbins@poporlando.com
Jim Essig, Senior Adult Ministry jim.essig@poporlando.com
Jeanette Gabay, Director of Finance jeanette.gabay@poporlando.com
Adriana Alas, Administrative Assist. adriana.alas@poporlando.com
Office Contact information: (407)277-3945 | staff@poporlando.com
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Prayers – please send to prayers@poporlando.com