Fully Alive!

We can only imagine how crushed the disciples must have been after Jesus' death…how their worlds fell apart and hopes came crashing down. Jesus – their rabbi, friend, and Messianic hope – lay dead, sealed, and guarded in a nearby tomb. Yet early Sunday morning, reports and sightings of the resurrected Jesus began to circulate rapidly. Oh the shock, confusion, and exhilaration that Jesus lives! Over the next forty days, Jesus appears to many of His closest followers in unique and personal ways. One by one, He helps them pick up the pieces of who He really is, of all that Scripture had foretold of Him, and what it means for them and for us now that Jesus is alive. Why? Because Easter changes everything! Worship this weekend with us as we begin this new series "Picking Up The Pieces"
THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL AND FUN BINGO NIGHT!
Thank you to all the St. Peter families who came out to support our youth group and helped make Bingo Night a great success! Your presence, generosity, and enthusiasm made the evening fun and memorable for everyone involved. If you weren't able to attend, there's still an opportunity to support our youth as they prepare for their upcoming trip—donation envelopes are available on the Living Room chalkboard. Every gift makes a difference, and we are so grateful for your continued encouragement and support. You can also make a donation HERE!

WOMEN OF ST PETER FIGHT HUNGER
Grace & Gather Women’s Ministry will be volunteering at Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg, an organization dedicated to providing life-saving meals to children in need. Tuesday, May 27 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Register on the Church Center App OR on our website HERE. 

Increase the joy and build community by gathering with some women to go out to dinner before serving. Start reaching out to women you know and make a plan now! This is a great opportunity to serve alongside fellow women of faith while making a tangible impact in the fight against hunger. Whether you're packing meals or sharing in the spirit of community, your time and energy will help bring hope to those who need it most.

YOU'RE INVITED TO THE SPRING FINE ARTS FESTIVAL ON TUESDAY, MAY 13!
Join us for a celebration of the arts at St. Peter! Art Show – 5:30–8:00 PM in the MAC Featuring creative works by our talented St. Peter students. Concert – 7:00 PM in the Small Gym. Enjoy performances by our bands, choirs, and strings groups. Cupcakes for a Cause – in the Cafeteria Hosted by the PTL – sweet treats supporting a good cause! We hope to see you there!

KIDMIN CORNER
St. Peter Kids wrapped up our April themes this past Sunday. It's hard to believe that we only have 3 more weeks before summer break. Our last St. Peter Kids of the year will take place on May 18th.

Our preschool kiddos ate breakfast on the beach with Jesus. They were reminded that Jesus is alive and that he loves us. He forgives us and tells us to share his love and forgiveness with others just like the disciples. Pray together at home: “Dear God, when we have days that aren’t happy, help us remember how much You love us and that Jesus wants to be our friend forever. Jesus is the best friend, and knowing Jesus helps make every day a happy day!”

Our Elementary kiddos spent some time hearing about Thomas. Despite what Miss Kayla says, he's not actually from Missouri, though he did ask Jesus to "Show me." They spent some time believing without seeing as we navigated an obstacle course while blindfolded. They also wrote down some of the questions they have for God. Grown-ups at home are encouraged to help them answer their questions, so if you have a young disciple in your life, talk with them about what they want to know. If you don't know the answer, feel free to bring it back to our KidMin team and our pastors!
PADS SUMMER SUPPERS SIGN-UP
You are invited to sign up for volunteer opportunities for Summer Suppers, which start May 7, with specific roles and timings outlined, and to view the activity details on SignUp.com.  No training necessary, just show up and work with other volunteers from St. Peter and Our Saviour's. Sign up for Summer Supper shifts HERE.
CUPCAKES ARE SOLD DURING THE SPRING FINE ARTS FESTIVAL ON TUESDAY, MAY 13TH.
This year, the money raised will be going to MAC improvements. We are asking for a minimum of 3 or 4 dozen cupcakes per class to sell at the event. Handmade, store-bought, gluten-free and packaged nut-free cupcakes are all welcome and needed for the cupcake sale. In addition, we will have our classroom cupcake competition! The classroom of the cupcake that gets the most votes will receive their own cupcake party! You can enter the competition only if you hand-decorate 24 like cupcakes. (No store-bought or premade kits). Please note on your box if they are a contest entry! All Cupcakes need to be brought to Bartz Hall labeled and in disposable boxes or containers by 3:00 pm on Tuesday, May 13th.

Sign up to donate cupcakes HERE!
Community Partners Ministry is organizing a food drive to help Jehovah Lutheran Church and School stock their food pantry for the summer. Please place your food donations in the designated area in the narthex through Sunday, May 11. The school children are asked to bring their food donations to chapel on Wednesday, May 14. Please only bring non-perishable items: canned foods (soup, tuna/salmon, ravioli, spaghetti, fruit, vegetables, etc.), packaged foods (coffee, tea, macaroni and cheese, pasta, potatoes, cereal, rice, etc.), paper products (paper plates, paper towels, facial tissue, toilet paper, etc.), and family-size toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.). If you would like to help pack the donations, we will be packing on Wednesday, May 14 from 7:00 am to 9:00 am in the Narthex. We appreciate any donations of copier paper boxes to pack the food in. If you have any questions, would like to volunteer or have boxes, please contact Vaughn or Diane Kuerschner at 847-980-7648. Thank you for your support.
PURCHASE WORSHIP FLOWERS

SOMETIMES IT IS DIFFICULT TO PLAN FUTURE GIFTS
We can face competing priorities when we think about planning our estates someday. This month we will consider the balance of future needs with present needs. Sometimes it is difficult to plan future gifts to family or ministry through your estate because you have many pressing current priorities. An estate plan however is put in place asking, “If the Lord were to call you home today, how would you direct your gifts?”  Your St. Peter Lutheran Church Gift Planning Counselor can help you begin thinking about the future. Contact Ray Pagels at raymondpagels1@gmail.com or his cell 847.226.2262
ST. PETER FINANCIAL REPORTS
Facebook
Website

COMMUNITY • EMPOWERING • BOLDNESS • JOY
 

Mission: Leading People To A Full Life In Christ
I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10

 

Vision: Seeing Lives And Communities Transformed As We Become More Like Jesus
And we all… are being transformed into His image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18
Copyright © 2025 St. Peter Lutheran Church & School, All rights reserved.
Thank you for signing up to receive email communications from St. Peter Lutheran Church and School. We respect your privacy and promise to keep your information safe. 

Our mailing address is:
St. Peter Lutheran Church & School
111 W. Olive St.
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Add us to your address book


Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.