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Prince of Peace welcomes our new pastor, Reverend Paula P. Werner.. .................

She joins us after serving five years as associate pastor at Old Bridge UMC in Woodbridge and six years as pastor of St. Matthias UMC in Fredericksburg.

Pastor Paula is originally from Orlando, Florida and graduated from Florida State University. Prior to her religious calling, Pastor Paula was actively involved in local elected politics in Southern California. She also has a background in press re lations and served as a volunteer-coordinator for non-profit groups, which helped her form her "gifts and graces."

She earned her M.Div. from Wesley Seminary, Washington, D.C.. Pastor Paula was ordained Deacon in 1999 and Elder in 2002.

Pastor Paula and her husband, Roy, have been happily married for 41 years. They have two adult children, and five grandchildren; their son and his two daughters live with them in Springfield.

Join us for an official welcome of Pastor Paula and her family on July 18th at 12:30. Please bring a dish to share.

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Daily Devotions

Memory Verse

“Blessed are they who keep His statutes
and seek Him with all their heart.”
Psalm 119:2 NIV

Thought for the Week

“We failed, but in the good providence of God apparent failure often proves a blessing.”
~Robert E. Lee

We give Thanks and Praise for those who:

..........have new babies

..........are celebrating birthdays

..........are visiting our church

..........have received good medical reports

are newly confirmed into the church

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We lift up our Concerns and Prayers for: .

..........those who are ill or are caring for someone

..........those who have just found out they have cancer

..........our military

..........those in need of travel mercies

..........our church as we plan to expand

..........those who have lost loved ones

..........those with injuries

..........those with debilitating chronic diseases

..........those in need of jobs

..........those in need of health care

..........those in financial difficulties

..........rescuers who are saving people or recovering bodies

..........missionaries giving aid in other countries

Our Brothers and Sisters in Haiti Need You

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Upcoming Events at Prince of Peace

July 31st .... Save the Date, Bring Non-perishable Food, and Enjoy!

Come join us at FOODSTOCK!

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Praise bands will be coming together at FOODSTOCK to entertain and collect 1,000 pounds of food for the local church food pantries.

Help spread the word by contacting radio stations, newspapers, local television stations, or just telling others etc.

Contact: Elyssa Plyer if you think you can help.

This year's Vacation Bible School Theme is:.. ...........The High Seas Expedition!

Dates: August 09, 2010 - August 13, 2010

Time: 6:30pm - 9:15pm free

Location: 6299 Token Forest Dr., Manassas, VA, 20112

Registration Deadline: August 09, 2010

Contact Information: 703-670-4143

High Seas Expedition is awash with fun! Each day, children will experience amazing Bible adventures but they’ll also watch for God in everyday life. You and your kids will discover that God is active in our lives and that there is evidence of his love and mighty works everywhere.

Your child will use all of his or her senses by doing Bible Point crafts, playing team-building games, singing cool Bible songs, and eating tasty treats. Get ready to embark on a journey that will change you forever!

There is no charge to anyone who wishes to participate in POP's VBS. We will be doing a reach out program to our local community food banks to help replenish them. We only wish that you bring with you canned goods and non-perishable goods to donate. We hope to fill "Tim's" boat by the end of the week.

So come and set your course for God!

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ADULT VBS – August 9th -13th
VBS is not just for kids!
All adults are invited to participate in Adult Vacation Bible School, led by Holly Orefice and Kim Feist. Come sail the “High Seas” and experience the fun sing-alongs with the kids before we split off into our own group in search of more peaceful waters. The Adult class will explore the same biblical principles that the kids are learning but in greater depth and
with life application and small group discussions. All are welcome to come aboard!

VBS Volunteers Needed
This summer, set sail for VBS fun! Feel sea spray on your face as sails snap overhead – and the crew experience deep rolling waters of God’s Love. If you think you would be interested in coming aboard to help navigate this ship for the young and young at heart, please sign-up
in the Narthex. You can also contact Danielle Bowers.

Help Needed!
We would like to convert all the cassette tape Bible studies in our
library onto CDs so they can be used. If you have the equipment to
do this, please contact Holly Orefice

Women of Peace Retreat
Mind, Body and Soul--a holistic approach to becoming the woman God wants you to be! Interactive workshops full of fellowship, fun and spiritual renewal. Date to be determined---in August, September or October
More information coming soon!

SUMMER CAMP AT CAMP HIGHROAD!!
This year's theme is "Be a Hero - Living Like J esus". Campers will hear about Biblical heroes who followed God in a brave and amazing way. They'll learn what it takes to be a true hero, and how to be a hero for God in a world that glorifies "heroes" for often less than admirable actions. They’ll learn to know who the true heroes are and how to be like them.
Camps are available for rising 3rd graders (entering 3rd in fall 2010) through 12 graders. Go to www.camphighroad.org for details.

Prince of Peace UMC Building Project

Fellowship Hall Plans

Special Requests:

For more information about the following activities please contact PoP_UMC.

Donations to the Food Pantry: ..(rice, tunafish, peanut butter, jelly, cereal, canned vegeatbles, Spaghett-O's, macaroni and cheese, canned soup, dry beans, spaghetti, canned fruit)

Flower bulbs, mums, and perennials for church grounds beautification and also the hill on Hoadly Road.

Time and Talent Search:

Do you have some special talent / gift you would like to share wit the church? If so, please contact PoP_UMC.

Committee Meetings: First Tuesday.of the month

Council Meetings: Second Tuesday of the month

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Are you thinking about entering a nursing home or are you faced with the tough decision of placing a loved one in a nursing home? Check with the United Methodist Homes to learn more by going to their web site: www.vumh.org.