Dear Families and Friends of Peace,
It has come up very quickly, but this Sunday 2/23 will be my last as your Associate Pastor. And while it’s incredibly bittersweet, and I grieve these upcoming goodbyes, I invite you to come to worship this weekend so that we can celebrate and give thanks for our shared ministry together. I’ll offer one last message, and there will be some fellowship time for farewells during the education hour. It would mean a lot to me to see you there!
Looking ahead, there are a few more logistics to share.
- Sunday School will continue. In fact, the Sunday School Singers will help lead us in worship next Sunday, March 2!
- A huge thank you to Daina Sivanich, Marcia Craig, and all of our Sunday School teachers for their phenomenal leadership.
- Confirmation will continue to be led by Ryan Byers and Carter Mason. Pastor Mark Nelson will also join their leadership for the rest of the year.
- In the short term, Daina Sivanich will be the point person for Sunday School, VBS, and 20-30 Somethings. Lori Thomson will be the point of contact for Confirmation, High School Ministry, 2025 summer camps, and the CYF Committee.
From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for the privilege of being your pastor for the last six years—it’s been a tremendous honor, and I give thanks to God for the opportunity and for all the ways you have all blessed my life so richly.
Grace and Peace, Joe