Weekly Announcements
August 16th, 2026
Worship
STREAM "PEACE WAVERLY" YOUTUBE, OR THIS TV OPTION
If you cannot make it to Peace or another LCMS congregation in-person on a Sunday, go to "Peace Waverly" on YouTube and stream the service, "live" or recorded. Or, here's another option: “Main Street Living” is a liturgical worship service broadcasting a different local pastor each Sunday morning. It airs along with the classic Lutheran Hour program, “This is the Life”. Both can be viewed on KLKN Channel 8 (Lincoln) & WOWT Channel 6.2 (Omaha). Visit www.mainstreetliving.com/lincoln to view current and past episodes. The 10:30 program is interpreted and closed captioned for the deaf and hard of hearing. Visit www.mainstreetliving.com for more information. August 16, 2026, 10:00 a.m., “Jeremy” - Deals with the relationship between a mother and a mentally challenged son who lives in a home. 10:30 a.m., Rev. Lucas Booher, pastor at Zion Lutheran Church in Storm Lake, IA, presents a message titled ”God Be Merciful to Me, A Sinner”. This sermon is based on Luke 18:9-14. August 23, 2026, 10:00 a.m., “Flight Plan” - A man has to deal with the death of a young boy with a terminal illness. Will it strengthen his faith or destroy it? 10:30 a.m., Rev. Robert Mayes, pastor at Immanuel and Zion St. John Lutheran Churches in Beemer and Wisner, NE, presents a message titled ”From Famine to Feast”. This sermon is based on Mt. 14:13-21. August 30, 2026, 10:00 a.m., “Amazing Grace” - A man who has come from a poor beginning to a rich and full life must learn not to forsake his Christian faith. 10:30 a.m., Rev. Robert Mayes, pastor at Immanuel and Zion St. John Lutheran Churches in Beemer and Wisner, NE, presents a message titled ”Jesus Helps Our Weak Faith”. This sermon is based on Mt. 14:22-33.
AT LEAST THEY GO TO CHURCH. WELL...
"... such has been said by many a parent about their child(ren) when the child(ren) is/are no longer a member of the parent's church. And there is some truth to that. Yet behind such sentiments all is not well. In Mark 7, Jesus chastises some Pharisees and scribes for their worship. He says, "These people honor Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me. And in vain they worship Me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men." Worship is not all the same. Some is God-pleasing and some is not. Churches are not all the same. One might be a 'oneness' Pentecostal church that denies the Trinity, another a progressive church that is open to almost every satanic error. The key questions are, 'What does the church teach about Jesus, Baptism, Jesus' resurrection, Holy Communion, the second coming, and the list could go on for some time? To say, "at least they go to church" is not necessarily a positive comment. So, what would be a good 'sign' that they, or you for that matter, are going to a good church? I can think of several 'signs'. Perhaps you can add a few more. A good sign would be that the church they are attending accepts the Apostle's, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds as faithful witnesses to the Holy Scriptures. That would be good. But even if that is true, beware: some churches have so 'gutted' the creeds that they really deny them. Check them out! A very good sign would be that in the sermons the main emphasis would be about Jesus. Recently, I watched a popular 'prosperity Gospel' preacher tell the audience how they could correct their errors in false thinking and tell God to begin blessing them, blah, blah, blah. The speaker did have a one-minute 'call to faith". (He barely mentioned Jesus, but minimally it was a call to faith.) How different he was from the Apostle Paul who wrote in 1 Corinthians 2, 'And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom declaring to you the testimony of God. For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.' It sounds like Paul was a 'Johnny one-note'. He preached Christ crucified, Christ crucified, Christ crucified. Now, of course there is more to Paul's sermons than simply saying 'Christ crucified' repeatedly. Paul speaks both Law and Gospel. He admonishes, encourages, exhorts. He talks about the meaning of Christ's resurrection (1 Cor. 15), the meaning of Holy Baptism (Romans 6), how to live as a Christian (Romans 12), and the meaning of Holy Communion (1 Cor. 11). The other writers of the New Testament are like Paul. Each focuses on Jesus Christ and that we have peace with God through Him. The Christian life is not unimportant, but it is of second importance. If the church your children are attending does not do what Paul did in Acts 2, 'I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole counsel of God', that is not a church to attend. And yes, certainly you can ignore what I say here, but be aware that you do so at your own, and/or your children's, risk. The gift of faith and forgiveness of sins is a precious gift. Hearing about Jesus and His sacrifice for you, how faith comes to us through the spoken Word, Holy Baptism, Communion and Absolution, are the most important elements in a person's spiritual life. Go to a church that preaches Christ crucified." (Rev. Michael Strong, pastor of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Farmersvill, Illinois)
HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING TO PEACE ON SUNDAY MORNINGS?
Consider nearby LCMS congregations’ alternate worship days/times! Faith Lutheran (84th & Adams) Sundays 5:30pm; Redeemer Lutheran (510 S. 33rd St) Saturdays 6:00pm; Immanuel Lutheran (Eagle) Tuesdays 9:00am
WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE DAILY e-DEVOTIONS FOR PERSONAL WORSHIP TIME?
If you would like to receive a daily devotion in your email from Lutheran Hour Ministries, please let us know at office@peacewaverly.org. Or, if you prefer to sign up with LHM yourself, you can do that at lhm.org/newsroom. God bless your daily time of worship!
Education
REGISTER YOUR (GRAND)KIDS FOR YOUTH MINISTRIES AT PEACE!
For all children participating in children and youth ministries at Peace, we request that you please fill out our online 2026-2027 Children and Youth Ministries Registration Sheet. This helps us keep up to date information so we can best serve you and your children/youth! The form can be found online here: https://forms.gle/uvfac7zWqfi1cbuc6
DCE HANNAH'S AUGUST REPORT
Celebrations this past month: Thank you, Bryan Robinson, for taking 14 of our high school youth out on your boat tubing! The rain held off for us to get some great time in on the lake! Nine 9 th and 10 th graders went through the Lord’s Prayer Retreat as the final piece of their Confirmation instruction. We spent the day learning how to pray like Jesus taught us! In Elementary Sunday School, kids have been learning about the world of Jesus from Abby (Chosen Adventures). Abby has struggles just like we do and is guided along the way by her parents, friends and Jesus! Bible stories, crafts and games that connect to our weekly episode have made for a summer full of fun and learning about Jesus!
Things we’re looking forward to:
The beginning of fall ministries at Peace is just around the corner! Please keep all of the children, parents, teachers and other volunteers in your prayers as we seek to make the 2026-2027 school year one where we grow closer to Jesus! Base Camp, Journey and CrossRoads will be kicking off this year on August 19th ! As we prepare for the kick off of Midweek and school-year Sunday School resuming, there are many opportunities to serve in Children and Youth Ministry at Peace! If you feel called to serve in this way, please contact me! On August 29 th , some of our youth will be going through Evangelism Training. Through this, we learn how to share our faith and tell others who may not know about Jesus about who he is! We’ll also be taking time that afternoon to practice praying.
WE’RE LOOKING FOR MAGAZINES!
If you have old magazines, Children/Youth ministries would love to take them off your hands! If you have magazines you’d be willing to donate, please see Hannah McLaughlin for drop off.
PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER BEING OUR DCE ASSISTANT
We rejoice with Tyler and DCE Hannah as they prepare to welcome a baby boy in October! After maternity leave, Hannah plans to continue serving as Peace’s Called DCE while reducing her schedule to about 10 hours per week beginning in early 2027. Peace is therefore seeking a DCE Assistant to help support our Education Ministry, especially our BaseCamp, Journey, and CrossRoads midweek youth ministries. Responsibilities would include helping with supplies, setup, small group support, and teardown. This position is expected to be approximately 5–10 hours per week. For more information, contact pastor@peacewaverly.org
YOUNG ADULT CONNECTIONS
Being right about life issues isn't enough. Anyone can hold a sign, but what happens when someone you love doesn't agree with you? What happens when the conversation gets complicated by trauma, relationship, and real life? What happens when the right answer isn't the same thing as a helpful one? Defending, Defending Life is a young adult connection event presented by HT Beyond and YA For Life. It's for those who want to do more than win arguments and those who want to be equipped to have conversations rooted in the Gospel and the value we each have in Christ. Join us at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, October 23-25, 2026, for a weekend of worshiping, learning, and spending time together as we join under the cross of Christ to defend life. Open to young adults ages 18-30, registration is NOW OPEN! Visit YAForLife.org to learn more about Defending, Defending Life! Questions? Email Cori Meier, cori@y4life.org.
LUTHERANS FOR LIFE FALL GALA
Join Lutherans For Life in an inspiring evening of fellowship, encouragement, and hope as we gather for the LFL Fall Gala on Friday, September 18 at the Holiday Inn Airport Des Moines, Iowa. This special event will feature a fellowship hour, dinner, ministry update, and keynote address from Rev. Dr. James Lamb, a prominent voice in the growth and development of Lutherans For Life, whose message will encourage attendees to continue sharing Christ-centered hope and truth in today’s culture. To learn more about our Fall Gala, please visit lutheransforlife.org/lfl-events.
Fellowship
RIBFEST AT FAITH
Join Faith, Lincoln for an afternoon of great food, fun, and community at Ribfest 2026 on Saturday, September 26, from 12:00–4:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church & School, 8701 Adams Street, Lincoln! Admission is just $15, and kids 10 and under are FREE! Bring five canned food items for the Food Bank and receive additional rib tickets! Every dollar raised supports The Center for People, helping provide hope and assistance to families right here in our community. To purchase your entry tickets and to learn more about Ribfest visit: faithlincoln.org/ribfest
LORD, IN YOUR MERCY, HEAR OUR PRAYER:
Led by Prayer Team Leader, Dennis Bauer.
Send prayer requests to prayers@peacewaverly.org, or 402.450.3357.
Health Concerns: Richard Ash (brother of Marilyn Ash) brain mass; Linda Bauer, heart cath; Matt Stone, heart surgery; Morgan Lemkau (sister of Madelyn Williams), cancer; Amanda Carpick (sister-in-law of Logan Lovell) cancer; Friend of the Williamson’s, cancer; Nicole Jelinek (friend of Sue Schuelke) cancer; Brian (brother-in-law of Dennis Bauer) cancer; Stacey Wheeler, cancer; David Walker (brother of Marcia Werner) cancer; Linda Thraen (sister of Lori Curtis, daughter of Eileen and Lyle Hall) cancer; Sara (cousin of Jennifer Knorr) Huntington’s Disease; Henry Michalski (son of Sara Michalski, grandson of Mike and Evon May) eye disease; Karen Pfingsten (mother of Lori Landis) cancer; Maggie (friend of Paige Dahlbeck) cancer; Dennis Bauer, health; Donna Zapp (mother of Sean Zapp) cancer; Phyllis Ohlmann (mother of Brad Ohlmann) continued health and recovery; Lilo Johnson, Parkinson’s; Rev. Brad Birtell (Uncle of Hannah McLaughlin) cancer; Jay Berry, health.
For the Bereaved: The Curtis family at the death of Brian’s father, Jerome Marzen; The Althouse family at the death of Karen; Lanel Fenster and family, at the death of her cousin, Amy; The McGinnis family at the death of Doris and Roger (neighbors of the Frazier’s); The family of Ruth Reinke (mother of Bobbi Parde); The family of Donna Speth; Rick Winters and family at the death of his sister Kami; The Dittenber Family at the death of their niece Berkeley; Dixie Janssen at the death of her sister Mary; Travis Frazier and family at the death of his uncle Doyle; Shannon Berry and family at the death of her mother Janice Eaton; Brian Krenke and family at the death of his father, Rueben; Dennis Bauer and family at the death of his mother Bonnie; Tamara Althouse and family at the death of her mother Elaine; The family of Jon Carlson at the death of his wife, Vickie; The family of Mervel Reed; The Hall family at the death of Lyle; The Isaacson Family at the death of Rogene; The Nielson family at the death of Joel.
Those Serving in the Military: Reagan Landis (443 Chaplain Magsig Ave. Box # 3139, Monterey CA 93944-3100); Piper Haen (166 Sierra Circle, Apt. B, Waynesville MO, 65583), Leah Rasmussen, Adam Haeffner, Rev. David Edwards (our adopted chaplain) SLD45/HC, 357 Titan Road, Patrick SFB, FL 32925
Out of the Area Members: Taylor and Malachi Casteneda; Stephanie, Bryer, Larson and Madden Cecrle; Christian Dauel; Jared Ohlmann, Meagan Dauel, Treyton Cockerill, Nathan Krenke
Shut-Ins: Dennis Bauer, Dick Mohlman, Renae Johnson, Judy Steffen, Lilo Johnson
College / Early Career: Rees Bunting, Chase Dittenber, Trev Greve, Henry Hollibaugh, Morgan Jenkins, Reagan Landis, Jonah Muench, Landon Williamson, Alaina Ropte, Cooper Wittler, Nikolai Buss, Adellin Doyen, Trae Greve, Leah Rasmussen, Cole Sorensen, Henry Angle, Meagan Dauel, Josh Giesler, Ryan Etheridge, Alex Etheridge, Adam Haeffner, Drew Hollibaugh, Garrett Jenkins, Nathan Krenke, Logan Ropte, Judson Tietjen, Carson Vachal, Jaidon Bell, Dain Frazier, Piper Haen, Hayden Knickerbocker, Meghan Krenke, Selah Muench, Grant Schere, Madelyn Stone, Michael Williamson, Jordyn Behlen, Jaxon Kleinbeck, Derek Walker, Tucker Bliss
Evangelism
Missions:
“you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8
LOCAL (“Jerusalem")
MARK AND JENNY'S AUGUST MISSION MINISTRY REPORT
It’s been an exciting summer for evangelism and missions at Peace!
July 4th Event Success
On July 4th, we tried a new outreach effort and received a wonderful response. Volunteers stationed along the food line guided families through a gospel scavenger hunt. Upon entering, families received an instruction sheet to collect colored stickers at each stop. As they gathered stickers, volunteers shared brief snippets of the gospel story. Children who completed their cards received a wordless gospel bracelet. In addition, a gospel-sharing video played in the main waiting area throughout the event. Thanks to the many volunteers who gave their time, the entire event ran seamlessly. Thank you for making it such a success!
Belize Mission Trip
On July 11, the Belize Mission Team departed for an incredible week serving through VBS, men's and women's ministries, and fellowship. Watch for an upcoming gathering where team members will share photos and stories from their trip. A heartfelt thank-you goes to everyone who financially supported this impactful mission.
2nd Annual Car Show Fundraiser
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3, as we host our 2nd Annual Car Show benefiting the Belize Mission Team! As the mission team expands, our financial support needs to grow alongside it. You can support this effort in several ways: Register a car in the show; Spread the word to friends, family, and neighbors; Attend and enjoy breakfast and coffee; Purchase raffle tickets during the event
Thank you for your continued support of our mission partners!
REGIONAL (“Judea")
CAMP LUTHER'S GOLF TOURNAMENT SCRAMBLE
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 20th, 2026! The Golf Tournament will be held at the Quail Run Golf Course in Columbus, Nebraska. Check-In: 12:00 P.M. | Shotgun Start: 1:00 P.M. | Dinner: 6:30 P.M. We’re looking for both teams and sponsors to help make this fundraiser a success! For more info: https://www.campluther.org/golf
U.S. (“Samaria”)
GRULKES TRANSITION BACK TO THE STATES
In June, we said goodbye to our home of eight years. We loved living in Botswana. We feel so blessed to have been a part of the Bible translation efforts happening there. God blessed us in ways we could not have imagined. Now, we are saying hello to our next phase in life, living in Urbandale, Iowa. We are still able to be a part of LBT and Bible translation in Botswana, as well as regional work in southern Africa and Ethiopia. Thank God for the technology that allows for this sort of work! On our final Sunday in Botswana, our church gave us an amazing send-off. Each group (children, youth, women, and men) sang a song, and we did too. We shared food and memories and laughter. We are so thankful for our time with this congregation! The congregation gave us a beautiful gift of matching traditional clothing for the whole family. The cloth has the Botswana coat of arms on it, so we will think of Botswana and our friends there each time we wear these special outfits. We spent two weeks in Europe as a family on our way back from Botswana. We loved the opportunity to take a deep breath and begin mentally transitioning to our new life. We took the train across Germany, Switzerland, and Italy, and loved every minute of our time together! We spent a week in Concordia, MO training together others who do the same thing as us, share our stories, and plan our next phase of ministry with LBT. We also spent a week at the Mission Training International in Colorado, debriefing our time overseas and connecting with others who are doing the same. This debrief gave us common language to help us talk through our experiences and feelings, as we transition into our new phase of life. Keep us in your prayers: For our family as we transition back to the US, that God would lead and guide our way and continue to bless our ministry in a new place; Thanksgiving for Kelsey's health, after a long illness; For our friends, coworkers and partners in Botswana, as they adjust to new roles while we work remotely; For our partners as they fill out grant applications for next year's Bible translation work; For our kids as they start new schools; For the support of partners like you, that God would continue to meet our needs for ministry here in Botswana and in Ethiopia
‘REVVED UP FOR BELIZE BIKE AND CAR SHOW IS BACK!
Tell your friends about our OCTOBER 3 2nd Annual Peace Lutheran Church of Waverly 'Revved up for Belize' Bike & Car Show. Location: Peace Lutheran Church, 9831 N 145th St, Waverly, NE 68462. Register online in advance by filling out this form (https://forms.gle/CefR3J1MJkRymwxa9) or register on arrival between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's a $20 registration fee for anyone showing a vehicle. Your registration supports our missionaries with the Belize Mission Society, providing medical, dental, mental health, Vacation Bible School, construction support, and more. Breakfast and coffee will be available as well. Set up 7:30 AM- 9 AM. Show 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM. Awards announced at 11:30 AM. If it rains, we'll move the event to Saturday, October 17, 2025. Have questions? Feel free to contact us at office@peacewaverly.org.
Do you have a raffle prize to donate for our raffle? Contact us at office@peacewaverly.org!
Would you be willing to judge the cars in our show? We'll make it easy! Fill out this form if you're interested! https://forms.gle/ELm7WQeTNLfx8kt69
Can you help serve food or beverages? Contact us at office@peacewaverly.org!
We'd love your help and support!
Service
CHILDCARE DURING WORSHIP—4 YEARS OLD AND UNDER
Did you know that free childcare is available in the lower level Commons for kids 4 years old and under, from 10:15am through 11:45am on Sunday mornings? Our staff are all background-checked and ready to serve the Lord by serving you. Jillian Muench, Addison Angle, Elise Wilshusen, Rylan Behlen, Jaci Bunting, Dakota Giesler, Charlotte Reiner and Lauren Larsen. Questions: Madelyn & Loren Williams (First Impressions Team Leaders)