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Thursday
August 12, 2026
THE HAPPENINGS
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026
TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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PRINCE OF PEACE CHURCH
Is called to know, love, and serve Jesus as Savior and Lord,
to share his healing and transformation with all people.
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9:00 AM Holy Eucharist
One service only from July 5 through September 6
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WELCOME TO SUMMER SUNDAYS!
Through September 6, we will have just one service at 9:00 AM. We would love to have EVERYONE donate light refreshments during our Summer Patio Coffee Hour on these Sundays, based on your LAST NAME:
A – E: August 9-
F – L: August 16
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M – P: August 23
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R – Z: August 30
September 6: to be determined (volunteers welcome!)
September 13 will be Start-Up Sunday, and we'll go back to two services at 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Hope everyone is enjoying a wonderful summer!
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Our next Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting for 2026 will be held Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the Guild Room, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Come on by and enjoy wonderful fellowship! If you would like to learn how to knit or crochet, I’ll provide hooks, needles, a pattern, and yarn! Thank you! – Margie Pavlowsky
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Prayer of the Week:
For the Sick in our Congregation
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Wings of Healing:
The Harmony of Doves and Medicine
by Archanain
Heavenly Father,
We lift up all those who are facing various illnesses.
Give them the hope and courage they need
today and every day.
Comfort their pain,
calm their fears,
and surround them with Your peace.
In Jesus' name,
Amen.
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UPDATE ON RECTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE
Dear POP Parishioners,
Late last week, I received a final list of candidates for our Rector position. There are 6 candidates who have expressed an interest in discerning together with the Search Committee and Vestry if they are a good fit. I ask you to pray for these candidates and for us that through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, God raises up the candidate who will lead this parish forward.
To remind you of the process, the Search Committee will review candidate resumes, listen to their sermons online and eventually interview those on our “short list.” The Committee will then forward two or three candidates to the Diocese who will do an extensive background check on each. Finally, the Vestry receives the candidates from the Search Committee and makes the final decision.
Absolute confidentiality is required of Search Committee members while this process takes place. Our candidates have not informed their own parishes that they are discerning another call. I will keep you updated as to our progress. Please continue to pray for this discernment process.
Blessings and peace,
Patty Papps
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YOU'RE INVITED TO MEET THE BISHOP!
Deanery 2 invites you to a reception to meet and greet Bishop Antonio Gallardo at 11:00 AM this Saturday, August 15 at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, 7136 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, CA. Light refreshments will be served. To RSVP, please contact Paige Deary at pdeary@stmartinsschool.org or 818-348-1419.
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A HEALTHY REMINDER
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, our communities are experiencing an increase in COVID-19 cases this summer.
Here at Prince of Peace, we have had reports of COVID-positive tests among the congregation. This is a good time, then, to remind ourselves of the basic measures that can help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses like COVID. These include:
- Frequent hand-washing with warm water and soap, and use of hand sanitizer.
- Self-monitoring for symptoms of acute respiratory illness such as fever, upper or lower respiratory congestion, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, and fatigue.
- Self-testing if two or more of these symptoms appear together.
- Avoid public places when experiencing symptoms.
- If fever is present, remain at home until you have been fever-free for 24 hours without use of fever-reducing medication.
- Masking is encouraged for five days after onset of respiratory symptoms. (Note: Children under age 2 should NOT wear a mask.)
- Vaccine resources can be found here:
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/ip/
Let’s remember to care for ourselves, especially when we are feeling ill, knowing that by taking these basic measures, we are also caring for our neighbor!
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ALTAR FRONTAL
As you may have noticed, we have removed the white altar covering (called a “frontal”) that was in place during the Easter season. We also use it for Christmas and for weddings and funerals. The Altar Guild recently introduced a new green frontal to our worship service, for use during other seasons of the year.
The Altar Guild invites the congregation to participate in the creation of the new altar frontal for our church. Those wishing to contribute may make a minimum donation of $250 in memory or honor of a loved one. Names will be stitched onto a dedication panel accompanying the frontal.
Please contact the Church Office for additional information or to participate in this meaningful project.
A bit of a background on the use of altar frontals: In the Episcopal tradition, the frontal is a decorative and often richly embroidered cloth that adorns the front of the altar. More than decoration, it serves as “visual theology,” reflecting the seasons and feasts of the Church year while beautifying the Lord’s Table. Historically, fine textiles were used to “vest” the altar as a royal throne, symbolizing Christ’s majesty and the faithful gathered around Him.
Throughout church history, altar frontals have carried deep spiritual significance. Their changing colors mark the liturgical seasons: purple for preparation and penitence, white and gold for celebration and resurrection, red for the Holy Spirit and martyrs, and green for growth in ordinary time.
In many Episcopal parishes, altar frontals are also given as memorial gifts, honoring loved ones and serving as a lasting reminder of the communion of saints each time the altar is prepared for worship.
Why green?
Liturgical green in the Episcopal Church symbolizes spiritual growth, hope, and new life. It is worn during the seasons of Epiphany and the Season after Pentecost, which together comprise "Ordinary Time" – the longest stretches of the church year focused on the ongoing journey of faith and discipleship.
The specific significance of the color green in Episcopal worship centers around several key themes:
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Spiritual Development: Just as green plants and trees flourish during the spring and summer, the color represents the daily, often quiet work of deepening our roots, leafing out, and maturing as disciples of Christ.
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Hope and Anticipation: Green points to the promise of new life and the ongoing mission of the Church in the world.
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The Revelatory Seasons: Green is often used during Epiphany, a season celebrating the revelation of Christ to the world, and during the long Sundays after Pentecost, which celebrate the revelation of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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SHARING SOLES DRIVE: CARING FEET, SHARING CHRIST'S LOVE
The Daughters of the King invite you to participate in our Sharing Soles Drive this July and August. We are collecting new socks of any size and any color to share with those in need, beginning with guests who attend our Community Dinners.
Donations may be placed in the green collection box in the church entryway (Narthex) any time during August.
As you donate, we also invite you to pray for those who will receive these socks. If you would like, include a short note of encouragement or a prayer with your donation as a reminder that they are loved and remembered.
Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors by sharing both warm feet and Christ's love.
For His Sake,
Prince of Peace Daughters of the King
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GRANDPARENTS DAY CELEBRATION SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13!
We are celebrating Grandparents’ Day after the 10:00 AM service on Sunday, September 13, 2026, with a showing of the Disney film “Moana” in the Family Center. Popcorn and hot dogs will be served. Please save the date and plan to join in the fun. All are welcome!
We will also honor grandparents during the service. Send us a digital or scanned photo of your grandparents, or a photo of you with your grandchildren! Email photos by August 30 to comm@popwh.org.
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RUMMAGE & PRE-LOVED ITEMS FOR SALE!
The Rummage Sale will be held this October in the Reasoner Family Center. Please mark your calendar for these dates:
Sunday, Oct. 11 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Intake/Drop-Off, after each service
Monday, Oct. 12–Friday, Oct. 16 | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Sort and display items
Saturday, Oct. 17 | 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Sale open to the public
Sunday, Oct. 18 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Sale open to PoP parishioners and the public
* * * Watch this space for more information and updates * * *
Volunteers Needed
We need your help with intake, sorting, setup, sale days and cleanup. Any amount of time is appreciated. Thank you!
Look for signups after each service beginning August 16.
Sandi Totter: 818-620-6632
Rosemary Stewart: 818-917-5809
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This week's prayer requests and thanksgivings have been compiled and are available here for your prayers and meditation. Updated prayer requests are printed on a WEEKLY basis.
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Please submit your prayer requests and thanksgivings in church on the yellow or blue prayer slips, OR by clicking on the "Submit a Prayer Request" button at the bottom of this page.
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