Peace Evangelical and Reformed Church

Announcements

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Bell Ringers Needed!
Volunteer at the Shoebox Processing Center in Aurora, IL. ~ Friday, December 12, 2025
Friday, December 12th

Scheduled Volunteer Time - 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The trip is open to our youth and adults. For safety purposes, the Processing Center requires all volunteers be 13 years of age or older. We will meet at church 8:45 a.m. and depart 9:00 a.m. to go to the processing center in Aurora, Illinois.

We will prepare shoeboxes for overseas shipment. This process includes checking each shoebox for appropriate items before they are shipped. Anyone interested in going should contact Brenda Van Daalwyk.

Youth who plan to attend need to have a completed permission form https://peaceinpotter.org/youth_event_permission_form
Toys for Tots Collection thru December 10th
We are a collection site for Toys for Tots.

New toys and books may be brought to church and put in the collection box in the narthex.
Pastor Office Hours - Not in the office on Friday, November 28th
Rev. Gary Schultz is serving as our interim pastor and will be in the office on Friday's from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. We invite you to come visit with him. To meet with Gary at other times, please call the church office to schedule an appointment.

You may also contact Bud Wieting - 920-418-0630 or Richard Nevenhoven - 920-866-0681.
Our Praise Band Performing during the Worship Service ~ Sunday, December 14th @ 8:45 a.m.
Our Praise Band will perform and lead our songs during the worship service on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Ladies Secret Pals Holiday Gift Exchange ~ Sunday, December 14, 2025 @ 10:30 a.m.
Voices of Peace ~ Performing Sunday, January 18, 2026 @ 8:45 a.m.
Acts Bible Study ~ Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. @ Outer Limits in Forest Jct.
We invite adults to attend Bible Study in the Book of Acts on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

This study is led by Rev. Gary Schultz at the Outer Limits Youth Center, N8795 Church St, Forest Junction.
Women's Bible Study Group ~ Tuesdays @ 6:00 p.m.~ "The Chosen" series, Season 5
The Women's Bible/Book Study Group meets on Tuesday evenings during the fall, winter and spring. This fall we plan to continue with "The Chosen" series - Season 5.

Join us for a relaxing evening as we learn together. The book has study questions included to help guide the conversation and aid us in understanding the Bible.
Confirmation Class ~ Wednesdays 6:15 p.m.
Our Confirmation process is a two-year program. Students are eligible to begin confirmation when they enter the 7th grade and are confirmed after completing two years in the program.

Parent/Student Orientation - Wednesday, September 3rd at 6:30 p.m.

Classes begin on September 10th and run through March on Wednesday evenings starting at 6:15 p.m.

Our curriculum is based on the book "Christian Beliefs, Revised edition: Twenty Basics Every Christian Should Know" and the accompanying Study Guide.

Additional materials for our 2025-2026 class will be posted to this website.
- Confirmation Class Syllabus
- Weekly Bible Reading Schedule
Election of New Church Council Member at the Annual Meeting in January
Penny Steinke has served on the Church Council for the past six years. We would like to thank her for their service and dedication to the church while serving.

We will elect a new member to our Church Council at the Annual Meeting on January 25, 2026.

Our Church Council Members are elected to a three year term and have oversight and jurisdiction of the congregation and all its organizations. The members of the board also hold offices within the church; President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Consistory Secretary, Communion Steward and Member at large. The council meets once a month to discuss church matters and finances. They also serve the elements for communion as needed each month.

Members of Peace Evangelical & Reformed Church of Potter are encouraged to serve on the Church Council. If you would like information or are interested in serving, please contact a current Church Council Member. The eligibility requirements are shown below.

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By Laws – Section XIII. Elections, Article 1.

A majority vote cast at the annual congregational meeting shall elect members of the consistory. They shall be elected for a term of office of three years. One Elder and one Deacon are to be elected each year. All elections shall be by ballot. To be eligible for any office in the congregation, the candidate shall have been a member of the congregation for at least 1 year and must be 21 years of age or over.
2025 Church Financial Contribution / Offering Deadline Dates
2025 Church Financial Contribution/Offering Deadlines
- December 28, 2024 for an offering during the service.
- December 31, 2025 to make an Online offering.
Offering received after these dates will be posted as 2026 Contributions.
Annual Meeting ~ January 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
The Church Annual Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 25, 2026, immediately following the morning worship service.

We encourage all members of the church to attend the meeting. There are important items on the agenda that require a vote to proceed. We will have the election of consistory members, approval of the 2026 church budget and possibly more.

Our church By-laws require at least 40 members of the congregation present to hold a vote. Your attendance gives you as members, the opportunity to participate in important decisions for our church.
The Voices of Peace Music Ministry ~ CD's & Cookbook
Help support the Voices of Peace music ministry and mission work by purchasing their CDs "Gospel Favorites" or "All is Well". You may also purchase their cookbook “The Good News and Good Food”. Cost is $15 each.

These are available for sale in the church office.

You may order CD’s and cookbooks from Bud & Carolyn McAtee by contacting them at:

920-756-3830 or email: bud.mcatee@gmail.com
Gospel Music Fest Event Dates thru 2030

Peace Evangelical and Reformed Church

Potter, Wisconsin

Welcome

Announcements

Bell Ringers Needed!

Volunteer at the Shoebox Processing Center in Aurora, IL. ~ Friday, December 12, 2025

Toys for Tots Collection thru December 10th

Pastor Office Hours - Not in the office on Friday, November 28th

Our Praise Band Performing during the Worship Service ~ Sunday, December 14th @ 8:45 a.m.

Ladies Secret Pals Holiday Gift Exchange ~ Sunday, December 14, 2025 @ 10:30 a.m.

Voices of Peace ~ Performing Sunday, January 18, 2026 @ 8:45 a.m.

Acts Bible Study ~ Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. @ Outer Limits in Forest Jct.

Women's Bible Study Group ~ Tuesdays @ 6:00 p.m.~ "The Chosen" series, Season 5

Confirmation Class ~ Wednesdays 6:15 p.m.

Election of New Church Council Member at the Annual Meeting in January

2025 Church Financial Contribution / Offering Deadline Dates

Annual Meeting ~ January 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

The Voices of Peace Music Ministry ~ CD's & Cookbook

Gospel Music Fest Event Dates thru 2030

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