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Our Mission Statement

"The purpose of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church is... through Word and
Sacraments, to reach out and share the good news of God's love in Jesus Christ;
to gather, prepare and equip people to witness and minister in daily life to
human needs - as individuals and together.
This we do with praise and thanksgiving to God."

Ministry in Daily Life
Members are involved within the community
providing for the needs of others. Our Social
Concerns Team annually gathers school
supplies for the youth of Elgin; and supports
families in need throughout the year.

The congregation has been a Charter
Organization of Scouting for over 50 years with
Boy Scout and Girl Scout meeting in our facility.
Our facility also hosts 4-H club meetings and
events.

We are also a faithful supporter of the Elgin
Community Cupboard, the Soup Kitchen and
participate in the Elgin Ministerial Alliance.

To Gather, Prepare & Equip
Men in Mission meet monthly for food and
fellowship on the first Thursday of each month
at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall kitchen.

Women of the ELCA have several Bible Study
Circles. Rachel Circle meets at 9:30 a.m. on the
third Wednesday. Ruth Circle at 7:00 p.m. on
the third Tuesday. Susanna Circle meets at
7:00 p.m. on the first Monday. Lydia Circle -
Quilting/Sewing Circle meets at 9:30 a.m. on the
second Wednesday.

First Communion instruction is provided by
the Pastor for youth entering the fifth grade.

A two year program of Catechism Classes for
7th and 8th graders is provided by the Pastor,
with first year class attending summer camp paid
for by the congregation.

Middle School and High School age youth
service and fellowship activities are to be found
within our Junior Lutheran Youth
Organization and Senior Lutheran Youth
Organization.

Prime Timers is an "over 50" fellowship.

Thanks to our VBS Staff
Numerous hours of dedicated work went into
preparation and providing an interesting and faith
nurturing VBS for the youth of the community.
Many were involved; and a special thanks to our
Parish Education Team & Sunday School and VBS
director Sherrie Bennett who pulled this all
together. Thanks again to the “many” for a
great VBS!

TOGETHER Presentation
Given Again!
On the first Sunday of June, Congregational
President Bruce Staton presented the proposed
building plans at the 8:00 & 10:30 worships.   The
council wanted to provide another opportunity for
members to view the presentation before the
congregational meeting in case they missed it or
would like to hear it again.   Sunday, JULY 12TH, at
6:30 p.m. the council will present the TOGETHER
plans again. Come and enjoy the sharing of future
plans - ice cream is part of the evening.
July 12, 6:30pm.

Bible Book of Faith Update!
In mid May, the promised Bible studies were
released by AugsburgFortress.   It is planned to
have studies given as one part of the Wednesday
Night gatherings each month when they resume in
the fall.   Watch for further updates on the Bible
study.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
Sunday, July 19th
Following the one service on the 19th, (NO 8:00 a.
m.), the congregation will meet to hear reports on
ministry from Teams and Organizations of the
church; and consider for approval the TOGETHER
building proposals made by the church council.
The meeting will be followed by a covered dish
meal.
Sunday, July 19th 10:30 a.m.