Sunday School 9am, ages 3 through adult
Sunday Divine Worship 10:15am
Timely Prayer
The family of Carola Wolf (AIJ) – Carola Wolf, a former member and continuing friend of the congregation, fell asleep in Jesus today in hospice care at 99 years of age. We pray for her son Jim and for all the family. Funeral details will follow as we have them.
Lord have mercy + Christ have mercy + Lord have mercy
The News
Stephen Ministry Sunday – THIS Sunday, January 18
Please plan to join us during worship THIS COMING SUNDAY the 18th for Stephen Ministry Sunday. We will be commissioning Ronnie Zarate as our newest Stephen Minister. We also will celebrate the 50th anniversary of global Stephen Ministry!
Adult Sunday Study (9am): John’s Gospel and Letters
St. Augustine, Martin Luther, and Billy Graham all point to John’s Gospel as the first bible book everyone should read and know well. Yet while the other three Gospels each get their own year in our Sunday lectionary, John is only woven in among them in bits and pieces. Join us Sunday mornings at 9am as we put together the whole picture – and see how it transforms our lives and our worship of the Lord. Bring your bible and a notebook – PC’s notes will be available on our website during the week following most sessions.
New Security Alarm
EVERYONE should be aware that the cameras remain closed while we are in the building and the alarm is off (so big brother is not watching you). But when armed, the new monitoring company can talk (confront intruders) through the cameras. Our St. Peter security team can also turn on the cameras at any time to check the building as needed from their phones.
If you have a KEY or otherwise NEED TRAINING on the new system, follow these steps:
We will transition to the new security system and cameras on February 1st, 2026.
- Attend a 5-minute training in the coat room with Pastor Clark after worship on one of the following: 1/11, 1/18, or 1/25.
- Receive a new card with the new code (it is changing), on/off instructions, and password for false alarms.
- SIGN OFF on the list beside the alarm panel, so that we can make sure everyone who needs training receives it before we turn on the new system on February 1st.
NEW OPPORTUNITY: February 8th (Scout Sunday) – Food Drive, Lunch, and Game Time
We have invited our Cub Scout Pack to join us for National Scout Sunday on February 8th. After worship, we will share in pizza and games in the Fellowship Hall.
- Please click here to SIGN UP (for pizza headcount)
- Please bring your favorite games to share and play!
- They also will be joining us in the MAC Food Pantry items of the day as a special drive for the Pack.
Cub Scout Pinewood Derby – Help Prep, Host Hospitality, or Be an “Outlaw”
- “Be an Outlaw” – You are invited to join the other adults who prepare cars that do not have to follow the rules. Jump in anytime. Race is on Saturday, Jan 31st.
- Help the Kids Prepare: We are looking for 1-2 people who are experienced with a scroll saw to help cutting car blocks on the following dates:
- Thursdays, January 15th and 22nd, 6:30-7:30pm (Emmons School, just up the road from SPLC)
- Host Hospitality – Saturday, January 31 at St. Peter
- Races start at 9:30 AM, volunteers are requested to arrive at 8:45 AM
- Our function is to help with managing the food, like we did last year.
For any or all of these, call or text Dave Gurnee, 574-315-5747.
College Boxes
Please continue bringing yummy, non-perishable food items to add to our Valentine’s care packages for members of our congregation who are in college or grad school. We will be sending TWELVE boxes this year! There’s a large bin under the slat wall for any donations. Gluten-free or “healthy-ish” snacks are a great idea, also. Last day to donate is Sunday, January 25. Any questions, see Cindy Matthews.
EOY Contribution Statements
Our Financial Secretary reminds you to pick up your 2025 contribution reports, from the table under the slat wall, for your records. If there’s a discrepancy, see Cindy Matthews.
Sewing Group Needs Sheets!
If you have old or unused bed sheets, please bring them to the sewing ladies! They can use any size, flat or fitted. They prefer cotton or cotton-poly, but any sheet will be gratefully accepted. See Nancy Kroll with questions. And thank you so much!
Braille – New Leadership!
We rejoice in the prayer decisions of Dave Homann and Kristie Sherburn to take over leadership of our Braille ministry! Not only does their willingness preserve the continuity of this vital ministry but it also allows Sharon Csaszar and Sandy Ellis to “step back” and get a little closer to “retirement” from all that Braille leadership requires. Sandy will be getting Dave up to speed as Kristie heads to Florida for a few weeks, and we know our Braille teams continue in good faith and in good hands. Thank you, Dave and Kristie!
If you are free on Tuesdays between 9 and 11 am, or 2:30 and 4:30pm, please consider joining our Braille team(s)! We have so much fun together, and the work is easily learned. Speak to Kristie or Dave if you have questions.
Sunday School Lessons
Parents (and prayer partners, too!), check here each week for what your children will be hearing about in Sunday School.
January 18 (Unit 2, Lesson 7) – This week in our Christian education time, we discuss “Claimed and Tested.” At Jesus’ Baptism in the Jordan River, the heavens open, the Spirit descends, and the Father speaks: “You are My beloved Son” (Luke 3:22). Jesus goes from the waters of Baptism to the wilderness, where He faces a series of temptations from the devil. Jesus resists each one as He speaks the truth of God’s Word against the lies of Satan. Ask one another, “How can we use God’s Word as we defend our faith?”
Thank You – and Thanks be to God
- For Dave Homann and Kristie Sherburn, who have stepped up to lead our Braille ministry, allowing Sharon and Sandy to step back after so many years of faithful servant-leadership.
- For Dan Hertel, who helped mount Exit Signs and Fire Extinguishers to complete our tasks for the Fire Marshal, and for being signed off and done!
- For all who helped disassemble the Christmas Tree as we enter Epiphany.
- For all who continue to lead or participate in Ministry Teams and all who minister to our neighbors and to the faithful gathered by the Long Arms of the Cross.
Resurrection Lutheran Academy (RLA)
News, Info, and Ministry Opportunities
Capital Campaign Status Update as of 1/9/26
We continue to remain thankful for everyone who has pledged to the capital campaign. Since our actual groundbreaking in November, we have received an additional $81,749.74 in gifts along with an invitation to match one large donation. Gifts given in response to the match totaled $19,630 of the total amount! Thanks be to God.
Bible Studies & Ministry Updates and Opportunities
Sunday Servants Gather Before Worship
All who help lead the Divine Service gather promptly at 10:05am to take 3 minutes to prepare their hearts and minds for worship. If you are serving as altar guild, usher, crucifer/acolyte, lector, greeter, tech person, elder, musician/dancer, doorkeeper or other HEART member, etc. on a particular Sunday, please come together for quick introductions and short prayer led by Deaconess Amy Smessaert. Together, we will ask God to bless our service to God’s people as we live connected in spiritual formation in Christ.
Mid-Week Bible Studies
THURSDAY MORNING, 9am at church:
We continue our study on the book of Isaiah. On January 29, we’re beginning a new study on the book of Joshua. Connect with Paula Ryan or call Renee in the office (574-255-5585) if you are interested in joining.
FRIDAY NIGHT: 1st and 3rd Fridays 6:30pm: Connect with John Schroeder or Mike Fonck if you’re interested in joining. This year, we are studying the book of Acts, featuring a companion video series that we’ll watch together.
Pick Your Next Usher Date!
Thanks to everyone who has served as an usher or part of an usher team. It’s time to pick another date to serve! Please sign up on the Sunday Servants sheet on the slat wall. You can see the specific list of duties, with video demos, here. A veteran usher will assist you and teach you one extra duty beyond communion each time you serve.
Stewardship from the Week of 11 January 2026
Offerings
General Fund: $9954
Valpo: $21
Pastors’ Discretionary: $80
Memorials: $5000
Worship Attendance
Sunday, 1/11: 116
M.A.C. Food Pantry
• no delivery this week
• most needed right now: side dishes, Ramen, soup, diced tomatoes
Contact Cindy Matthews (574) 855-3504 for more information.
Braille Team
• 13 copies of Galatians – Philemon in Spanish were made this week
Contact Dave Homann (574) 274-6543 or Kristie Sherburn (574) 229-0634 for more information.
Sewing Quilt Team
• 6 quilts this week
Through the program year, the sewing group meets Tuesdays to cut squares, iron and size sheets, assemble backs and fronts, and pin and sew quilts. Participants of ANY skill level from the least to the greatest are welcome. If you are interested in this human care ministry, contact Helga Platz (574) 514-3751 for more information.
Links and General Info
Prayer Requests may be submitted by:
- Using the convenient on-line Submit New Prayer Request Here Link
- Adding written prayers to the “Our Gathering Prayers” form on Sunday morning
Announcements may be submitted by:
- Using the online form: https://splcm.org/forms/submit-announcement/
- Filling out an announcement form from the left of the slat wall in the Narthex and placing it on the pastor’s chair to the right of the Cross at the front of the sanctuary.
St. Peter Members Website Page
Did you know that we have a dedicated page just for members of St. Peter? This page contains monthly celebrations for birthdays, baptisms, and wedding anniversaries; annual Kingdom Spending Plan (budget); monthly financial reports; MLT and Voter Assembly minutes and announcements; church Constitution, and more. NOTE: Password is the same as “prayers” password; call the church office with questions, 574-255-5585.
Zoom Videoconferencing
If your group needs to use Zoom, please email the office at office@splcm.org.
Your St. Peter Leadership
- Mission Leadership Team (MLT)
Brian Reedstrom (President)
Alex Homann (Secretary)
David Luster-Bartz (Treasurer)
Andrew Deliyannides (At-Large member)
Dan Hertel (At-Large member)
Dylan Bergstrom (At-Large member) - Elders
Chuck Ryan (Head Elder), Marty Orlowski, Brian Reedstrom, Mark Waldron, David Gurnee, John Schroeder, Jeff Rockwell - Pastors
Pastor Adam Clark, Senior Pastor
Pastor Bryan Borger, Associate Pastor
WORSHIP and SUNDAY SCHOOL
Office Hours:
Tue: 11:30am-3pm
Wed: 11:30am-3pm
Thu: “flex” (call to see)
Fri: “flex” (call to see)
Sunday Schedule
- Education Hour: 9am
Ages 3-Adult - Divine Worship: 10:15am
(stream: splcm.org/worship)