Christian Education
Faith is a life-long process. There are always new things to learn and experience, ways to find different or deeper understanding, and new viewpoints and lenses with which we can look at the world. At Prince of Peace, we value these learning opportunities and strive to provide many opportunities for encounters that deepen faith.
Children and Youth are invited to participate in classes that are geared to their age and stage of development. They’ll hear Bible stories that help them understand the world and understand God. They’ll learn tradition that invites them into our Lutheran roots. They’ll experience faith practices that help them make their faith their own.
Adults are invited to participate in classes and groups that revolve around current events, issues, and ministries within our congregation and wider denomination. Presentations and discussions bring people to a richer understanding of community, faith, our calling from God to be instruments of peace for the sake of the world.
We also deeply value intergenerational experiences. We are a faith community—we need each other! We work hard to ensure that children, youth, and adults all have opportunities to learn from one another and serve together.
Learning Hour
Learning Hour classes take place from 9:15-10:15am on Sunday mornings from September-May. Calendar of exact dates can be requested from the office.
Frolic Geared toward ages 3-6, Frolic is play and exploration centered in a Bible Story.
Elementary Elementary students spend time learning bible basics and the tenets of Lutheran worship.
Confirmation Class Middle school students (6th-8th grade) are preparing for the Affirmation of Baptism (commonly called ‘confirmation’) in the fall of their ninth-grade year.
High School Discussion Group High School students (9th-12th grade) are learning to look at life through the lens of Jesus.
Find more information about Children and Youth Learning Hour classes under the ‘Children, Youth, and Family Ministry’ tab.
Adult Ed Adult Ed classes rotate through short 1–6-week series proposed by committees and members of the congregation. Each series has a unique focus and brings in speakers from within and outside of the congregation to share their expertise on the topic. Time for discussion and questions is built in to the presentations. Previous topics have included Demystifying Homelessness, Mental Health, and Elder Care. These classes are available to join in person and via zoom (assuming content is not personal or private.) Zoom link for Adult Ed is sent out in the weekly Friday E-Blasts. Contact the office to be added to this list.
Interested in leading an Adult Ed series? Fill out an interest form by clicking HERE. Interest forms should be submitted 4-6 weeks ahead of proposed dates.
Other Faith Formation Opportunities
Wednesday Zoom Bible Study This group meets for 1 hour on Wednesdays at 11 am via zoom. Materials and zoom link can be requested from the office.
Women’s Study Group This group meets at the church on 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:15 pm.
Ruth Circle This group meets at the church on 4th Mondays at 9:30 am from September-May.
Vacation Bible School Typically 2-3 hours in the evening for one week during the summer, Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a themed week of fun learning experiences. More information on VBS can be found under the ‘Children, Youth, and Family Ministry’ tab.
Need a Bible?
We have plenty to share, from story bibles for the youngest pre-readers, to student bibles for kids, to study bibles for young adults and beyond. On Rally Day every September, we have a bible blessing and hand bibles out to anyone in attendance who wants one. If you need one before then, just ask!
