Welcome to Peace.
We are an active and open-minded community of believers in Gahanna, OH, working to live out the love of Christ in a local and global setting. Our purpose is simple: to love God, neighbor, and self.
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Join us this Sunday: December 10, 2023
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Advent is the season where the church gets ready to celebrate the arrival of Jesus into our world. But the story of Christmas has become so sentimental and familiar, that we forget that Jesus came in a real time and place, to bring good news to real people, dealing with real world problems. Worship with Peace this December, as we look at the places and people affected by Jesus’ arrival, so that we can better see the ways Jesus continues to bring hope and light to our world today.
Traditional Worship (Sanctuary) - 9:00am
Contemporary Worship (ConneXions Center) - 10:30am |
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Advent Calendar of Events
Wed, Dec 6th: Holden Evening Prayer | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Sun, Dec 10th: Live Nativity Experience | 5-7pm
Wed, Dec 13th: Holden Evening Prayer | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Wed, Dec 20th: Holden Evening Prayer | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Thur, Dec 21st: Blue Christmas Worship | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Sun, Dec 24th: Christmas Eve Worships | 10am (Contemporary), 6pm, 8pm, 10pm (Traditional)
Sun, Dec 24th: Happy Birthday Jesus Party | 11:15am (Hosted by Family Ministry in the ConneXions Center)
Sun, Dec 31: Carols & Lessons | 10am (Sanctuary)
Sun, Dec 10th: Live Nativity Experience | 5-7pm
Wed, Dec 13th: Holden Evening Prayer | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Wed, Dec 20th: Holden Evening Prayer | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Thur, Dec 21st: Blue Christmas Worship | 7pm (Sanctuary)
Sun, Dec 24th: Christmas Eve Worships | 10am (Contemporary), 6pm, 8pm, 10pm (Traditional)
Sun, Dec 24th: Happy Birthday Jesus Party | 11:15am (Hosted by Family Ministry in the ConneXions Center)
Sun, Dec 31: Carols & Lessons | 10am (Sanctuary)
Holden Evening Prayer (Advent Worship)
Wednesdays during Advent | 7:00pm
Beginning Wednesday, December 6th, join us for our Holden Evening Prayer Service. Worship begins at 7pm in the Sanctuary. Holden Evening Prayer is a simple Lutheran vespers service that follows traditional form while using contemporary and inclusive language. If you haven’t experienced this type of worship service, we highly recommend it for you during this holiday season.
Beginning Wednesday, December 6th, join us for our Holden Evening Prayer Service. Worship begins at 7pm in the Sanctuary. Holden Evening Prayer is a simple Lutheran vespers service that follows traditional form while using contemporary and inclusive language. If you haven’t experienced this type of worship service, we highly recommend it for you during this holiday season.
Poinsettia Sale
Sponsor a Christmas Poinsettia! Donate a $25 poinsettia, and help beautify our sanctuary in honor or memory of a loved one.
All orders are due by December 17th.
All orders are due by December 17th.
Live Nativity Experience THIS SUNDAY, December 10th | 5-7pm
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
We are so excited to offer a Live Nativity EXPERIENCE on Sunday, December 10th from 5-7pm. Join us for live animals with petting zoo, treats, lights, singing, musical program in Sanctuary, adorable kids, over 200 luminaries, re-telling of the Christmas story and more. In the past this was a drive-thru experience. This year you get to park and walk around as we come together as a community to celebrate the birth of Jesus! So join us Sunday and invite your family, friends and neighbors.
Any questions? Please contact Greta Clouse at: gclouse@peacegahanna.org
We are so excited to offer a Live Nativity EXPERIENCE on Sunday, December 10th from 5-7pm. Join us for live animals with petting zoo, treats, lights, singing, musical program in Sanctuary, adorable kids, over 200 luminaries, re-telling of the Christmas story and more. In the past this was a drive-thru experience. This year you get to park and walk around as we come together as a community to celebrate the birth of Jesus! So join us Sunday and invite your family, friends and neighbors.
Any questions? Please contact Greta Clouse at: gclouse@peacegahanna.org
Christmas Gifts of Peace
Christmas Gifts of Peace is looking for donations for the children and teens from our ministries at Southeast Testament (SET with Sojourners), The Hardy Center, First English, and our Ukrainian families. We have multiple ways for you and your family to participate this year. You can help by purchasing items on our Amazon Wish List, or pick up a card after worship for a list of needed items. $30 Walmart gift cards are also greatly needed. All donated items need to be delivered or dropped off to Peace by THIS WEEK.
Other Upcoming Events at Peace
Monday Night Pastor's Bible Study
New 3 week series starting December 4th
Join at 7pm on Monday, December 4th as we kick off a new bible series studying The Christmas Story. Pastor Scott Henderson will be leading this thought provoking class. Everyone is welcome to attend. Learn more about this study here.
New 3 week series starting December 4th
Join at 7pm on Monday, December 4th as we kick off a new bible series studying The Christmas Story. Pastor Scott Henderson will be leading this thought provoking class. Everyone is welcome to attend. Learn more about this study here.
Pub Theology
Tuesday, December 5th at 7:00pm
Pub Theology will have their annual Christmas Carols and trivia night on Tuesday, December 5th at 7pm at Rusty Bucket in Gahanna. Pastor Doug will lead the carols and Pastor Tony and Que will lead the trivia. Or… wait, it’s the other way around. Everyone is welcome to come and join in the fun!
Tuesday, December 5th at 7:00pm
Pub Theology will have their annual Christmas Carols and trivia night on Tuesday, December 5th at 7pm at Rusty Bucket in Gahanna. Pastor Doug will lead the carols and Pastor Tony and Que will lead the trivia. Or… wait, it’s the other way around. Everyone is welcome to come and join in the fun!
Cookie Walk is BACK
Saturday, December 16th from 9-11am
The PLCW Cookie Walk is back!!! Join us Saturday, December 16th from 9-11am to pick out your own box of cookies!
Cost is $20/box
Before we can have the sale...we need cookies! We are looking for volunteers to bake. So get out those Christmas Cookie Recipes and start baking! Please have all cookies to Peace by Friday, December 15th. The ladies will be here to receive all of your baked goods beginning at 9:30am on that Friday. You can also drop off cookies earlier that week.
Saturday, December 16th from 9-11am
The PLCW Cookie Walk is back!!! Join us Saturday, December 16th from 9-11am to pick out your own box of cookies!
Cost is $20/box
Before we can have the sale...we need cookies! We are looking for volunteers to bake. So get out those Christmas Cookie Recipes and start baking! Please have all cookies to Peace by Friday, December 15th. The ladies will be here to receive all of your baked goods beginning at 9:30am on that Friday. You can also drop off cookies earlier that week.
Blue Christmas Worship
Thursday, Dec 21st at 7pm in the Sanctuary
Blue Christmas is the day of Advent season marking the longest night of the year. This worship is an opportunity for the expression of darkness as well an opportunity to focus on the promise of hope. We invite anyone who is feeling depressed, lonely, anxious or grieving to come and calm your mind during this busy chaotic season. This beautiful worship of mediation will fill you with a new light.
Thursday, Dec 21st at 7pm in the Sanctuary
Blue Christmas is the day of Advent season marking the longest night of the year. This worship is an opportunity for the expression of darkness as well an opportunity to focus on the promise of hope. We invite anyone who is feeling depressed, lonely, anxious or grieving to come and calm your mind during this busy chaotic season. This beautiful worship of mediation will fill you with a new light.
Happy Birthday Jesus Party
Sunday, Dec 24th starting at 11:15am
A Happy Birthday Jesus Party led by our Family Ministry Team will follow immediately after the Christmas Eve Contemporary Worship in the ConneXions Center. This event is fun for the whole family. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Sunday, Dec 24th starting at 11:15am
A Happy Birthday Jesus Party led by our Family Ministry Team will follow immediately after the Christmas Eve Contemporary Worship in the ConneXions Center. This event is fun for the whole family. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Stewardship - 2024 Commitment Card
If you have any questions regarding the congregation letter that was sent out this past week, please contact a member of the of the stewardship team. To find out more about our stewardship team, click here.
Join a Small Group!
We are excited about several new groups that are forming with upcoming event opportunities. All of our groups are open and are looking for people to join. At Peace, we believe our Small Groups bring people together, provide a place to share life, and allow you to grow in faith together. There are 3 types of Small Groups: Service, Study & Social.
There is a place for you here.
In the Peace community, "all" means all. You're welcome here because of who you are, not in spite of who you are. We are a Reconciling in Christ community, advocating the full welcome and inclusion of all people regardless of sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental ability, race, marital status, age, financial situation, medical condition, citizenship status, ancestry, or religious background. Read our full RIC statement here.
Communion Assistants |
Welcome Force |
Weekly Flower Sponsorships |
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Join us any Sunday you have available. Check the sign up list below and join us!
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We are looking for volunteers as
Coffee Crew and Door Greeters every Sunday at both the 9am & 10:30am worship. |
Sponsor a flower arrangement in honor or memory of a loved one.
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Haitian Timoun Foundation |
Furniture Donations |
Weekend Supplemental Meals |
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Wing of Hope Residents need LOVE AND ENCOURAGEMENT!
We are asking that people send cards to let them know that they are not forgotten, that they are loved, valued and supported and to encourage them during this difficult time. Click below to learn more. |
Donate your household appliances in good working order, used furniture in good condition (stain free) and household goods.
* Please Note: Large sectionals, entertainment centers and armoires are not needed. |
We are serving 60+ students each weekend and providing 6 meals each. We are always in need of food donations. Click here to learn more about this program.
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To support Peace’s ongoing outreach ministries, remember these ways to give:
You can DONATE online by clicking the button to the right.
You can Text "PLCG" to 73256
You can Drop donations in our Offering Basket any Sunday during worship
Or you can mail in your donation to: 455 Clark State Rd. Gahanna, Ohio 43230
You can learn more about our community, including upcoming events, groups and classes, here on our website or follow us @peacegahanna.
We are Peace Lutheran Church. Our mission to love God, neighbor, and self.
You can DONATE online by clicking the button to the right.
You can Text "PLCG" to 73256
You can Drop donations in our Offering Basket any Sunday during worship
Or you can mail in your donation to: 455 Clark State Rd. Gahanna, Ohio 43230
You can learn more about our community, including upcoming events, groups and classes, here on our website or follow us @peacegahanna.
We are Peace Lutheran Church. Our mission to love God, neighbor, and self.