“Undefeated: Death Defied” • Job 19:23-27; Psalm 118:15-29; 1 Corinthians 15:51-57; John 20:1-18• Good Friday—day of defeat, so it would seem. As that day passed away, grieving Disciples were filled with discouragement, doubt, and despair. But Good Friday is always followed by Easter. Easter makes it clear as crystal: Jesus remains undefeated. He has defied death, the tomb is vacant, the Good News is verified by eyewitnesses: Jesus is alive and has defeated even death. In a bad news world where people can so easily feel defeated, we have the best news: Jesus is undefeated, and God gives us victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

To view or print Sunday’s 9am Worship bulletin: https://poporlando.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025_04_20-Easter.pdf

An Easter Thank You! On this Easter Sunday, we want to thank all those who made our worship of the Risen Lord (and this past Holy Week!) so special: Our choirs, musicians, a/v technicians, and worship team; our volunteers who helped welcome, had a role in worship, arranged flowers, and set up for worship. Thanks, also, to those who planned or participated in our Community Easter Egg Hunt. And thank you to all who in many, many more ways have honored God through supporting others in our worship and praise of Jesus, our Lord who lives forevermore.

Nursery Available During Sunday Services • For babies 6 months to age 4, located in Room 100 (across from the church & school office), with sign-in (required) and drop-off up to 15 minutes prior to the service and pick-up shortly after the service ends. The kids can play while they watch/listen to the worship live-stream. All our volunteers have completed background checks and are ready and willing to care for your child. See DCE Eric for more information!

There are NO Bible classes or Sunday school today, Easter Sunday • Classes resume next week.

Below is the regular schedule:

Adult Sunday Morning Bible Class at 10:00 am • The class is led by Jim Essig. We are studying the Gospel of John. Classes are in the Music Room during our 10:00 am Education Hour, between 9 am & 11 am worship.

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 • This youth bible class will be held at McDonald’s (next to the church) for breakfast and 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 on to your phone!

The Mid-week Bible Class for Adults • Wednesday Mornings 9:30am – 10:30am in the Board Room. Our topic is looking at Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday’s theme. Led by Pastor Ken.

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/

Church & Preschool Offices Closed – Easter Monday, April 21 • The church and preschool offices are closed tomorrow, Monday, April 21 in observance of Easter.

Youth Serving Donuts & Coffee This Morning after 6:30a Service (New Orleans National Youth Gathering Fundraiser) • Starting after the 6:30am service stop by the kitchen this morning to support our youth by having a coffee and donut this Easter morning. To help donate towards the youth for the NYG follow this link: https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/a43e21

Wednesday Evening Prayer Gathering (online) – 6:30pm via Zoom • All are welcome to join our Wednesday Evening Prayer Gathering on Zoom. Experience God’s presence and community. https://bit.ly/wednesday-pray-pop

RSVPY by Monday, April 21! Lunch & Zilch – Thursday, April 24 at 11:30am • Jim Essig is hosting another lunch and zilch on Thursday, April 24. Please RSVP to Jim by Monday, April 21 via phone or email. Remember there is a donation of $10 to cover the lunch and prizes for the zilch winners. Jim Essig: 407-446-7147 | jim.essig@poporlando.com

Easter Lilies 2025 • Thank you to all those who helped beautify our worship of Our Risen Lord.
May He bring comfort, peace, and life to all.

Altar Flowers – anytime • 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 7 for Future Mission Trip • LWML will be collecting all types of eyeglasses/readers until September 7th for their Mission Coordinator to Kenya. There are containers located in the narthex and family life center

Fruits of Faith
Sunday, April 13 – Palm Sunday
9:00am Traditional: 134 | 11:00am Contemporary: 80 | 11:00am Espanol: 131 | TOTAL: 345
Giving: Thank you for your faithful engagement in our ministry through your gifts and offerings.
March 30 offerings $6,828
April 6 offerings $14,606
April 13 offerings $11,642
Needed each week: $11,032

PRAYERS
Prayer of Comfort: We pray for Donna Browne, her family, and our church family, at the loss of Donna’s sister, Gail Eaton, who went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, April 15. • Prayers for Lynn McCuiston and her family at the sudden and unexpected death of her brother, Joe.

Recovering at Home or Rehab Facility: Pat Bak, Chuck Boogher, Lu Burchfield, Daryl Flynn, Tina Hamilton, Joe Heinz, Robert Hupsel, Susanne Johnson, Virderie Kaminska, Merle Kroeplin, Connie Lerchen, Ava Lindsey (12 y-o granddaughter of Chris & Vicki Stork), Tausha Miller, Camille Neville, Debbie Noss, Jeff Powell, Mike Ritzel (Judy Finnie’s nephew), Sheila Roberts, Betty Schnell, Cindy Sibly, Pete Spudich, James Stanley, Shirley Stockett, Jessica Wasser, Pat Williams

Healing and Strength: Karen Adkins, Dave & Mary Ann Ault, Kurt Bickel, Rebecca Brooks, Sarah Dierking, Judy & Jim Finnie, Raven, Rev. Dennis Glander, Michael Halstead, Jim & Pam Ingersoll, Chris & Kristen Ivanic, Bill Jordan, Jerry Jordan, Larry Martinez, Michael McCarty, Maddie, Rick Perre, Raya Pokigo, Miriam Rivera, Nitza Rohena, Tom Rowell, Rex Serio, Hannah Steinbronn, Carmen & Juan, Rosalee Wessel, Ted Wessel, Cricket Winters, Leon W, Linda Zamsky, Rev. Tom Zehnder

Receiving Treatments: Ellen Boogher, Sarah Von Braun, Joanne Hahn, Michelle Hollingsworth, Steve Hudson, Becky Rouse Jones, Cameron LaPointe, Larry Jones, Lisa Repalo, Elena Santana, Jeff S, Barbara Smith (mother of Brooke McKinnon), Tina T, Zaida Vargas, Janet V, Amber Vittone, Debbie W, Carol Wieber, Brenda Williams

Continued Care: Pat C., Kelly DeFrietas, Al & Linda Dicks, Bob E, Linda House, Linda Jackson, Otto Krumpholc, Mary K.M, Jean LaPointe, Micki & Sal LoBue, Mario Muniz, Todd O, Ray Pirino; Michael, Noel, & Roger V; Jerry Warnock

Family & Friends: Rob and Lori Angus, Susie Bourg, Delores B, Michael B, Evelyn Brucks, Donna C, Danny Conlin, Rennie Conyers, Elizabeth Dawson, Jameson Doud (young relative of Lu Burchfield), Steven Dorsagano, John Elmore, Amanda Fearce, Christina, Stephanie, Matthew, Michael, Samantha, Jason, Daniel Baudry, Fran Federman, Leonard G, Jeff Irwin, Ruth Johnson (sister of Kathy McCartin), Meghan Miller, AshLee Anne Tellez (Sonia Tellez’ niece), Vincent Ward (treatments), Jim Obenour, Carlyn and Sarah (fighting cancer), Rick Perre Haley, Cindy Rock, David Rodgers, Brandy (Karen Melick’s friend), Vern (friend of Shar and Frank Dluhy

Special: Lord Jesus, You are undefeated, and You have shared Your victory with us. Give us confidence, peace, and joy as we live for You and share Your good news in word and deed. • Be with those affected by the shooting at Florida State University this week. Comfort those who grieve, heal those who are wounded, and help all for whom this weighs heavy on their heart. • We pray for President Trump, members of Congress, and the Supreme Court, as well as all state and local leaders. • God of all power, move those who claim Your holy name to “have the same mindset as Christ Jesus,” who “did justice, loved mercy, and walked humbly with you” (Philippians 2:5, Micah 6:8). • 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

🎉 Registration for True North Vacation Bible Camp is NOW OPEN! 🌟

📅Mark Your Calendars! • Our fantastic program will run daily on June 9-13 from 9:00 AM to 12:15 PM. Your kids will be accompanied by our enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers, who are committed to keeping them safe while they learn, laugh, and grow in a vibrant, supportive environment.

🚀Who Can Join? • Kids ages 4 through Grade 5 are invited to dive into a wild and wonderful experience where they’ll learn to navigate life’s challenges by following Jesus—our ultimate “True North”!

🎶What to Expect • Your kiddos will enjoy an action-packed schedule filled with: Awesome Music, Creative Crafts, Fun Games, Hilarious Skits, Cool Science Experiments, and Engaging Bible Lessons. In addition, every camper will receive a Pop Kids Club T-shirt.

👉Sign up TODAY! • Space is limited, and we are more than half full already. You can go to our website for registration, or the link provided below: https://vbspro.events/p_early/e5d2b5

 

📢 DON’T THROW THESE AWAY:
Pringles Cans
Christmas Trees
5 Gallon Buckets
Pool Noodles
Appliance Boxes
Oatmeal Containers (Cylinder Shaped)

Contact DCE Eric to arrange drop off. eric.gerken@poporlando.com |

⌚️ Set Your Alarms for 5:12pm 📲 Revelation 5:12 says, “Worthy is the Lamb….” We invite all Prince of Peace people to pray each day at 5:12pm. Please pray for our shared ministry, giving praise to God and the Lamb.

Altar Flowers
If you wish to sponsor Altar Flowers at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in celebration of a special occasion or in memory of a loved one, please fill out a form online or contact our church office. https://poporlando.breezechms.com/form/flowers

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