







Smart Strategies for Aging in Place
All are invited to a workshop for the community led by Dr. Cathy Rosenbaum, Holistic Clinical Pharmacist.
Together, we'll be able to:
• Describe statistics and common myths about aging
• Review options and pros /cons for graceful aging at home
• Review challenges/how caregivers can holistically help
• Describe getting started using technology, resources, and support services for optimal wellness.
Click here to sign up online.

Wednesday Friendsday
All senior high students and their friends are invited to the youth room from 7-8 to hang out! Contact Pastor Hannah for more info.

The Chosen Season 3 & 4
We will meet at POP from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Thursdays through the summer until August 14. (Skipping June 19)
Please join other women from POP as we continue to follow Jesus’ journey in Seasons 3 and 4 of The Chosen. Join us as we watch the episodes and have conversations as to how it fits in with The Word as we know it! This is a casual setting with other women who enjoy watching The Chosen!*
If you are interested, click here to sign up. Contact Jen Hendren with any questions.

Pass it On! Share Your Faith, Shape their Future.
Parents & Grandparents play a unique and vital role in passing on faith to the next generation. Join us for this engaging workshop day where you'll discover practical ways to share your faith journey and ideas to create meaningful spiritual connections with your grandchildren - whether biological, friends and neighbors, or kiddos from church. From "Faith Webbing" to hands-on service projects, you'll gain the tools and confidence to make everyday moments count. Because you never retire from sharing God's love! Join fellow grandparents (and surrogate grandparents!) at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Loveland for this special opportunity to strengthen your family's faith legacy.

Unleashing the Power of the Spoken Blessing
Many of us remember the words to the children’s rhyme: “Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Words have the power to curse, but they also have the power to bless. Join Sherry Schumann during the Sunday school hour as she discusses the tradition of blessing. In our time together, we will discuss the importance of the spoken blessing; learn how to bless our adult children and grandchildren; and discover practical ways to make this tradition a part of our family culture.
Sherry Schumann grew up in Loveland, OH and attended Prince of Peace and is now the director of the Christian Grandparenting Network. Learn more at popluther.org/grandparents.

Men's Ministry
Join with other men in the congregation for regular support, bible study, and conversation. This group is led by members who take turns sharing and supporting each other.

The Chosen Season 3 & 4
We will meet at POP from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Thursdays through the summer until August 14. (Skipping June 19)
Please join other women from POP as we continue to follow Jesus’ journey in Seasons 3 and 4 of The Chosen. Join us as we watch the episodes and have conversations as to how it fits in with The Word as we know it! This is a casual setting with other women who enjoy watching The Chosen!*
If you are interested, click here to sign up. Contact Jen Hendren with any questions.

Discover POP
If you've been calling POP your "church home", worshiping with us regularly, or are just curious about our community — come to Discover POP! Get to know more about membership and meet some of our staff at a Discover POP Lunch. RSVP at this link or schedule a time with a pastor that works for you.
Prince of Peace is a community where "all means all" and that means YOU! If you are calling Prince of Peace your "church home" and are joining us in the mission we share by living and loving like Jesus - we hope you'll consider joining us as a member. We are looking forward to welcoming new members on May 17th-May 18th. If you're ready to join us, fill out the form at this link today.

Wednesday Friendsday
All senior high students and their friends are invited to the youth room from 7-8 to hang out! Contact Pastor Hannah for more info.

The Chosen Season 3 & 4
We will meet at POP from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Thursdays through the summer until August 14. (Skipping June 19)
Please join other women from POP as we continue to follow Jesus’ journey in Seasons 3 and 4 of The Chosen. Join us as we watch the episodes and have conversations as to how it fits in with The Word as we know it! This is a casual setting with other women who enjoy watching The Chosen!*
If you are interested, click here to sign up. Contact Jen Hendren with any questions.

Wednesday Friendsday
All senior high students and their friends are invited to the youth room from 7-8 to hang out! Contact Pastor Hannah for more info.

Senior Connections
Our Senior Connections group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday for lunch together at a local restaurant.
This month we will be meeting at El Rancho Grande (11925 Montgomery). RSVP: Use the signup sheet on the POP bulletin board or email Anne Wentz.

POP456
All 4th-6th graders, and their friends, are invited to connect with others through games, devotions, prayer, and fun. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, no RSVP ever needed. Location for May to be announced soon!

Senior High Escape
Senior High students are invited to "escape" to summer with the final Oikos May 21! We'll be at the Escape Game Cincinnati and get Graeter's afterwards in celebration of a great year!
You must RSVP at this link by May 14!
We will meet at POP at 6 p.m. to carpool to The Escape Game Cincinnati by 6:40. Eat dinner beforehand. Adult chaperones are needed.
*This will be the end of the Wednesday Friendsday programming, too.

Forest Bathing
Are you stressed? Would a good meditation or walk in the woods help you with serenity? How about combining these in Forest Bathing? Join with other women and let a trained Forest therapy guide lead you through her wooded acres in a guided experience, immersing yourself in the natural world, connecting with some inner peace. Ellen has been doing forest therapy for years and will provide it as a service to us.
This will be on a gentle trail, moving slowly, some sitting, a little standing meditation, lots of nature. An easy event on the body.
We hope you join us on Saturday afternoon, May 24th for this about 2-hour experience. The location is near the Cincinnati Nature Center - the address will be sent to those who RSVP. S

VBS
It’s time for kids to hit the trail...for adventure!
At True North, kids discover that they can trust Jesus in a wild world! True North is filled with awesome Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, and touch!
Through fun activities, engaging lessons, and God’s Word, we’ll help kids understand how they can share God’s love with the people around them.
Join us for a safe and exciting adventure at Prince of Peace for kids going into grades Pre-K through 6th.
VBS is scheduled for June 16-19 from 6:00-8:15 PM each night, with a special preview night for our 3 year old’s on Wednesday ONLY from 6:00-7:30. Registration is required for our 3-year old preview night on Wednesday.
D-Tour
Students graduating in 2025-2029 are invited on a weeklong trip to Birmingham, Alabama and the surrounding areas to practice being a disciple of Christ! There will be service projects, there will be faith filled moments, there will be fun!
Register at this link. Details about the D-Tour can be found online at popluther.org/dtour2025 or you can email Pastor Hannah.

Save the Date: MAD Camp
Returning this summer for rising 2nd-8th graders.....it's MAD CAMP!
Learn a musical based on a Bible story, sing/act out the story for family & friends, help make the set - all in one week! Fun, friends, snacks, and learning all in one place. Mark your calendars now and plan to join us.
Online signups will start April 1 (no foolin'!).
Everyone is invited to the show on Friday, August 1 at 7 p.m.!

Easter Movie & Crafts
Families and kids of all ages are invited to join us during our typical Sunday Christian Education hour for a morning full of Easter Crafts, a movie, and some yummy snacks. No RSVP needed. Email Ginger Tomes with any questions.
POP Corks
POP Corks - Spring Fling - April 12th, 2025
Everyone is welcome to Paula Osorio’s home on Saturday, April 12th at 7 pm for a tasting of wine, some good snacks and desserts and wonderful face to face conversation.
POP Corks provides an opportunity for those over 21 to meet and get to know other church members, who perhaps attend a different worship service, in a relaxed setting. Each person/couple brings a bottle of wine based on the theme (usually in the $10-20 range) to taste and an appetizer or dessert to share. Not a fan of wine?...come anyway! The goal is fellowship…feel free to bring another beverage of choice.
Since we have officially moved into the Spring season, please bring a bottle of wine that you either enjoy in the Spring or that the name/label reminds you of Spring.
Email for more details!

Mulch Madness
Spring is arriving, the perennials are poking up, and the shrubs are budding. It is time to mulch all our beds. Can you come help haul and spread mulch? We will have over 20 cubic yards of bulk mulch (that is equivalent to almost 300 bags) so we need volunteers to load and push wheelbarrows and spread mulch. Bring a wheelbarrow and/or rake if you have them. Rain date is April 12 at 9 a.m.
Sign up here or at church on the bulletin board. Contact Scott Torrison with questions.

Lenten Mission Project
We are looking for new, used, and broken bikes for Queen City Bikes that share them with Mauritanian refugees in need. Queen City Bikes not only donates bikes, but teaches these refugees how to repair them. Around 3,000 refugees live in 2 apartment complexes in Lockland, Ohio, and have no means of transportation to get to their jobs or English as a second language classes. Some of their jobs and classes can be up to a 10 mile round trip! These bikes provide new freedoms and opportunities for these refugees, and help improve their everyday lives.
Click here to learn their whole mission.
Don’t have any bikes? Bike locks and lights are also being collected during this drive!!!

How to Garden in Straw Bales Workshop
Have you wondered how to grow vegetables and flowers in your own backyard, without digging or weeding? Come to one of our four sessions to learn how!

Men's Ministry
Join with other men in the congregation for regular support, bible study, and conversation. This group is led by members who take turns sharing and supporting each other.

Lenten Mission Project
We are looking for new, used, and broken bikes for Queen City Bikes that share them with Mauritanian refugees in need. Queen City Bikes not only donates bikes, but teaches these refugees how to repair them. Around 3,000 refugees live in 2 apartment complexes in Lockland, Ohio, and have no means of transportation to get to their jobs or English as a second language classes. Some of their jobs and classes can be up to a 10 mile round trip! These bikes provide new freedoms and opportunities for these refugees, and help improve their everyday lives.
Click here to learn their whole mission.
Don’t have any bikes? Bike locks and lights are also being collected during this drive!!!

Confirmation Retreat at Hopewood Pines Lutheran Memorial Camp
Registration for the Confirmation Retreat at Hopewood Pines Lutheran Memorial Camp is open! 7th and 8th graders are invited to an overnight, March 21-22nd, at camp to enjoy games, a campfire, and growing in their faith!
Registration is handled through Hopewood Pines directly. We are participating in the Spring Confirmation Retreat. Pastor Hannah is available for any questions!
Senior Connections Luncheon
Our Senior Connections group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday for lunch together at a local restaurant.
Join us for great food, great conversation, and maybe even a little trivia! This month we will be meeting at Carrabba's Italian Grill (5152 Merten Drive). RSVP: Use the signup sheet on the POP bulletin board or email Anne Wentz.

POP456
All 4th-6th graders, and their friends, are invited to connect with others through games, devotions, prayer, and fun. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, no RSVP ever needed.

Purses and Pastries
Do you have purses and handbags that you no longer use but are still in good condition? Bring them to our Purses and Pastries event where we will exchange bags or donate them - filled with personal care products - to older girls in foster care and foster mothers through Hope's Closet.
Click here for details about the event and how you can contribute by donating supplies, even it you can't attend.

High School Retreat
Registration for the Spring High School Retreat is open! March 14-15th is an overnight at the Kingsley Schoolhouse, Senior High students are invited to hang out with friends and see how God often speaks in silence.

Annual Meeting
Annually, we gather together in community over a simple lunch and a chance to celebrate, remember the past year, and plan for what's to come. Come be a part of our annual meeting - all members are asked to elect our 2025-2026 council members and approve our budget for the coming fiscal year. Details and information will be posted next week.
Can you help the Events Team? Volunteers are needed to provide desserts and help set up on Sunday, March 9 at 9:30 a.m. Email Steph Naylor to let her know if you can help!

How to Garden in Straw Bales Workshop
Have you wondered how to grow vegetables and flowers in your own backyard, without digging or weeding? Come to one of our four sessions to learn how!

Women's Bible Study: Living Beyond Yourself
You can know the freedom of a life filled with the fruit of the Spirit. In
Living Beyond Yourself, noted Bible Teacher and author Beth Moore leads an in-depth study of the fruit of the Spirit - living proof that the Spirit of God dwells in us. Through this study, you'll come to appreciate the supernatural aspects of the fruit. Beth challenges you to develop the fruit by maintaining an intimate relationship with the Spirit of God.
Location: Atrium
Dates: Thursdays: 10/3, 10/17, 11/7, 11/21, 12/5, 1/9, 1/23, 2/6, 2/20, 3/6
Study book: You can purchase the Study book on Amazon or at Lifeway.com
Contact: Kathy Haugen kathyhaugen1229@gmail.com

Ash Wednesday Worship
“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” On this day more than on any other, we acknowledge that we are earth creatures, coming from earth and returning to its soil. We mark that earthiness on ourselves with a cross, the sign of the earthiness also of our God.
Join us in worship and click here to sign up to serve.

Ash Wednesday Worship
“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” On this day more than on any other, we acknowledge that we are earth creatures, coming from earth and returning to its soil. We mark that earthiness on ourselves with a cross, the sign of the earthiness also of our God.
Join us in worship and click here to sign up to serve.

Chili Cook Off
5:30 PM – If you’re entering or judging the Chili Contest
6:00 PM for everyone else!
https://tinyurl.com/popchili2025
Join us for our annual Chili Cook-off! Bring your best chili to be part of the judging, or just come to have fun with our Prince of Peace community. There will be chili, cornbread, loads of desserts, and, of course, fortune and fame for the winners. This is one of the most anticipated events of the year at Prince of Peace. Sign up on the bulletin board or online to enter a chili or to bring food to share (extra chili, other sides/appetizers, cornbread, and desserts). Chili entries need to be in the Parish Life Center kitchen by 5:30 PM when judging begins, dinner is at 6:30 PM.
We also need your help setting up and serving chilis! All sign ups are at this link or contact Steph Naylor.

First Communion Workshop
All are welcome at Christ’s Table to be nourished, loved, and forgiven - including children! It is our goal that all children would receive their First Communion by the end of 2nd grade but some children will receive much earlier and some later. We invite all who are interested in learning more about Communion to join us for this workshop. Lunch will be provided at the workshop.

How to Garden in Straw Bales Workshop
Have you wondered how to grow vegetables and flowers in your own backyard, without digging or weeding? Come to one of our four sessions to learn how!

Your Life and Legacy Endowment Luncheon
The POP Endowment Team will host a “Your Life and Legacy Luncheon”. The luncheon will feature a discussion about the POP endowment fund and the grant winners for the 2024 funds, along with 3 special 15-minute informational sessions: Financial Planning, Building a Trust and Preparing for Your Funeral. RSVP Here.

Euchre Tournament
Winter Euchre Tournament: While it is cold outside, why not see if you have the hot hand and join us for a Euchre Tournament on February 22nd? Every 4th Saturday when we play we're usually unstructured and you just show up. But since this time we'll have some structure, heavy snacks, and light prizes (of course, no prize can beat bragging rights) will be on the line this time, we need you to sign-up that you are coming just this time. No partner? No problem, we'll be doing round robin style play trading both partners and opponents throughout the evening so competition is individual anyway.
Plan to come around 6:15 on February 22nd to check in and grab some snacks and we'll start play around 6:30.
You can use this link to sign up. You can also email Dan Mueller with questions or to sign up.
Can't make it on February 22nd? Join us any 4th Saturday of the month for regular euchre.
Hope to see you then!

Women's Bible Study: Living Beyond Yourself
You can know the freedom of a life filled with the fruit of the Spirit. In
Living Beyond Yourself, noted Bible Teacher and author Beth Moore leads an in-depth study of the fruit of the Spirit - living proof that the Spirit of God dwells in us. Through this study, you'll come to appreciate the supernatural aspects of the fruit. Beth challenges you to develop the fruit by maintaining an intimate relationship with the Spirit of God.
Location: Atrium
Dates: Thursdays: 10/3, 10/17, 11/7, 11/21, 12/5, 1/9, 1/23, 2/6, 2/20, 3/6
Study book: You can purchase the Study book on Amazon or at Lifeway.com
Contact: Kathy Haugen kathyhaugen1229@gmail.com
Senior Connections Luncheon
Warm up this month with a meal shared among friends! Our Senior Connections group meets monthly on the 3rd Thursday for lunch together at a local restaurant.
This month, meet up at Twin Dragon (7763 Tylersville Rd. in West Chester). RSVP at POP on the bulletin board, on Realm, or email Anne.

POP456
All 4th-6th graders, and their friends, are invited to connect with others through games, devotions, prayer, and fun. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, no RSVP ever needed.

How to Garden in Straw Bales Workshop
Have you wondered how to grow vegetables and flowers in your own backyard, without digging or weeding? Come to one of our four sessions to learn how!

Tikkun Farm Multifaith Volunteer Day
Join us as we gather on the Third Saturday of the month for our Multifaith Volunteer Day. We welcome people from all spiritual communities to serve together for the greater good. We begin at 9:30am with a sacred experience in nature, and followed by work on service projects.
9:30-9:45am Welcome: Introductions
9:45-10:15am Nature Devotion & Farm Tour
10:15–11:30am Service Projects
11:30am–Noon Closing: Gratitude & Appreciation Sharing
Come when you can… leave when you need to! When you arrive, come all the way down the driveway to the back parking lot. We will gather around the fire circle (behind the little red building) and have fresh baked goodies waiting for you.
Please fill out this simple form so we know how many to expect.
Inking of You
Come join other crafty people from church to make cards for our food pantry clients, community members, and other special causes. We will meet in Room 137. Some supplies are provided (bring more supplies if you'd like to.) These cards will share God's love!

D-Tour Meeting
The first Discipleship Tour Meeting is February 9th, 11:45 in the PLC! The Discipleship Tour is a weeklong trip for youth to learn how to be better disciples of Christ through serving the world, building community, and growing in faith! Lunch will be provided as we discuss cost and fundraisers and details about the trip. The dates for this D-Tour are July 27-August 2.
Email Pastor Hannah for details!

Loveland Hearts Afire
Share the love! Our community is hosting a booth at this year's Hearts Afire Weekend in Loveland as an outreach to our neighbors. Work at the POP Booth while doing something good - helping host a Valentine-Booth for the kids at NEST. NEST is a community learning center who is a ministry partner of Prince of Peace. Over 75 kids in Loveland apartment communities come and receive tutoring, mentoring, and a nutritious snack from NEST. Hearts Afire folks can come make a valentine to take home and one to share with NEST. Let's share the love this Valentine's Day!
If you can help at the booth in downtown Loveland on Sunday, February 9 - contact Christina and Adam Jeranek or sign up on the bulletin board.