GriefShare Group
GriefShare Support Group:
Saturday, April 25th - July 25th @ Beecher Campus, 10am-12pm
GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. https://find.griefshare.org/groups/291875
Open House
June 14th following the Sunday Worship Services - 9:30am-10:15am and 11:45am-12:30pm.
Church Rd Parsonage Open House. Come see the newly remodeled parsonage and visit the St. Paul Memorial Garden.
1407 W. Church Rd, Beecher, IL.
Sr. Worship
Senior Worship – A Special Monthly Worship & Luncheon -Thursday, June 18th @ 11am
We are encouraging everyone who is available to come to this special worship service and luncheon no matter what your age. A luncheon follows the communion service. This event is held on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Please join us at 11am for a time of worship and fellowship. Everyone Is Welcome!
Paint with Kate
Pizza & Painting on Thursday, June 18th at the Beecher campus - 540 Oak Park, Ave., Beecher, IL.
5:30pm pizza & 6pm painting.
Sign-up sheet in the narthex. Please rsvp by June 11th.
Cost is $20 pizza & paint or $15 paint.
Water provided but please bring your own beverage if you want something other than water.
Contact Kate Lindemannn with questions.
Bingo Tent
BINGO TENT at Beecher 4th of July Festival
Peace will be needing volunteers as callers, runners, and ticket sellers again this year. You can sign-up for a two hour shift or longer if you’re able. It is a great way for Peace to be involved in the Beecher community and help the Village with the Festival. Sign-up sheets are available at both campuses. Contact Margie Cook at 708-805-1440 with questions.
Baseball Outing - Windy City Thunderbolts
WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS - 2nd BASEBALL OUTING - SATURDAY, JULY 25TH.
SUPERHERO NIGHT - Gates open at 5pm - Game time 6:05pm - Fireworks following the game.
Looking for a summer evening out? Join us on Saturday, July 25th, for a baseball outing at Ozinga Field in Crestwood. The Windy City ThunderBolts host the Kentucky Florence Y’alls.
For only $16, you'll get admission to the game, a hot dog, chips, and your choice of soda or water. The Windy City Thunderbolt games are held at Ozinga Field, 14011 South Kenton Avenue, Crestwood, IL. As soon as the minimum number of tickets is sold, Peace can reserve the lower-level seats along the 3rd baseline.
That evening, the ThunderBolts are hosting “Fight Cancer Superhero Night”. The night will feature appearances by Black Panther, Batman, Spider-Man, and Wonder Woman. Gates open at 5pm. There will be a character costume parade at 5:30pm and the game starts at 6:05pm. Enjoy fireworks after the game!
Sign-up sheets are available at both campuses. Last day to sign up is Sunday, July 5th, so tickets can be available for pickup on Sunday, July 12th. Make checks payable to Peace Lutheran Church. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Debra Radtke at 708-204-8740 or email dlradtke93@gmail.com. Everyone is welcome - Bring a friend!
Vacation Bible School
At Snowball Mountain Challenge VBS the children will go on an exciting faith-filled adventure where they’ll discover how to trust God through every challenge they face. They will become challengers, bold explorers who are ready to face life’s mountains and valleys. Each day revolves around a powerful Bible story and a key takeaway tied to Philippians 4:13, helping kids understand that God’s strength is their strength. Through these daily lessons, kids will also: Discover their God-given gifts and how to use them to serve others ~ Grow in courage in difficult situations ~ Learn to trust and release worries to God through meaningful prayer ~ Embrace a life of hope and faith, knowing God walks with them. The children will leave knowing that no matter what life throws at them, they can stand strong through the power of Christ. So grab your sleds, prep your snowballs, and get ready to climb higher with Jesus! Snowball Mountain Challenge is ready for you!
Volunteers Needed
At this time we need Trail Guides who will lead our Snowball Squads to different stations. We also need Snow Trek Leaders to help with crafts, snacks, and games. If you are willing to fill one of these roles, please let Rhonda know as soon as possible, or you can register to volunteer online.
Register or Volunteer at
https://60401/peacelutheran.mycokesburyvbs.com
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 27th
Snowball Mountain Challenge VBS Supplies
We are asking for donations to help supply our Snowball Mountain Challenge Headquarters. Donations help provide T-shirts, music CDs, crafts, and more. Snack donation sheets will be available in July. Thank you in advance for making it possible.
Questions: If you have any questions about VBS, please contact Rhonda Stadt @ 708-254-7814
Worship in the Park & Peace Annual Oktoberfest
Outdoor Worship Service in the Park & Oktoberfest
We will have our Outdoor Worship Service in the Park at Firemen’s Park in Beecher on Sunday, September 20th at 10am. It will be a “Service of the Word” without the Lord’s Supper. Please use your church envelopes. Following the worship service, please join us for our Oktoberfest celebration. We are hoping that many of our community will join us that day, so please spread the word to your friends and neighbors to join us! So… please plan to attend on Sunday, September 20th at 10am. Lastly – for seating please bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Oktoberfest 11am - 3pm. Please join us for food, drinks, music, raffle baskets, games. Firemen’s Park 675 Penfield St., Beecher.
Dorcas Spring Trip
Everyone is welcome to join us for our “Spring Trip”. We will meet at Beecher Campus parking lot along Oak Park Avenue at 10:00 am.
We will car pool to Vintage Purse Museum, 3 Diversatech Drive, Manteno, IL. They are a nonprofit, preserving a historic building and employ people with disabilities. The museum is a new, unique attraction with twelve rooms of exhibits. Exhibits include purses, vintage wedding, vintage Barbie, vintage comics, Veteran, and more. There is a $15.00 Admission Donation that enables them to pay their disabled employees. Following our tour, we will have lunch at Yannis Café in Manteno. We will order off the menu and have separate checks. There is a sign-up sheet in the entrance at each campus. If you have any questions, call or text Kay Bunte 708-946-2472. We would love to have you join us!
First Friday Fellowship
Join us for First Friday Fellowship as we welcome summer together on Friday, June 5th, @ the EAGLE LAKE CAMPUS, from 5:30pm-8pm. Menu will include pulled chicken & pulled pork sandwiches and chicken nuggets. Please bring a side dish (vegetable, fruit, salad) or a dessert to share. Following the meal, Pastor LaMie will lead a family devotion. Please bring your lawn chair. Weather permitting, there will be a bounce house for the kids, cornhole, and a bonfire for roasting marshmallows. Indoor activities will include Tenzi and card games. Plus, there will be a surprise art project for everyone! Sign-up sheets are available at both campuses and online. (Signing-up helps us plan the food and activities.) If you have any questions, contact Debbie Radtke or Lona Luebbe. Everyone is welcome for the First Friday Fellowship, whether you RSVP or not.
Ministry Clarity Congregational Event & Meal
Your presence at this event is extremely important as we seek the thoughts, ideas, and input of our congregation. This is an opportunity for every voice to be heard as we prayerfully discuss the future direction of our ministry and church family. We encourage everyone to attend, share in fellowship, and be part of this meaningful conversation together... Save the date for Tuesday, June 2nd at 5:30pm to attend our next congregational event in the Ministry Clarity process. The Ministry Clarity process that our church has begun in consultation with Lutheran Church Extension Fund involves congregational input and participation as we try to discern a faithful and fruitful plan for God’s church and his ministry here at Peace. We invite everyone to join us for a meal that evening. Pastor Eric Kennaugh from LCEF will join us once again to lead this event—we want all of your feedback and input as we strive to make plans and goals for God’s church! Following the meal, the evening will involve focus groups where members of our Ministry Planning team will lead congregational members through a discussion on the work we’ve produced so far. The meal will be held in the gym at the Beecher Campus. We hope you can make it! There are Sign-up sheets at both campuses. Please sign up no later than May 24th. Any questions, please contact Kate Heisner (708-297-1104) or Pastor LaMie (815-471-2221).
Sr. Worship
Senior Worship – A Special Monthly Worship & Luncheon -Thursday, May 21st @ 11am
We are encouraging everyone who is available to come to this special worship service and luncheon no matter what your age. A luncheon follows the communion service. This event is held on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Please join us at 11am for a time of worship and fellowship. Everyone Is Welcome!
First Friday Fellowship
Join us for May First Friday Fellowship on Friday May 1st to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
EAGLE LAKE CAMPUS from 5:30 pm to 8 pm.
Beef and chicken tacos will be provided.
Please bring a side dish (dips, rice, beans, salad) or desserts are always welcome!
Following the meal, Pastor LaMie will lead a family devotion.
Enjoy a few games of air hockey and foosball!
Candy bar bingo - please bring a candy bar for the prize box
A signup sheet is available at Eagle Lake, Beecher, and online, which helps in planning food and activities for everyone. If you have any questions, contact Debbie or Kay .
Garage Sale
Annual Garage Sale - 540 Oak Park Ave., Beecher, IL
8am-5pm April 30 & May 1
8am-12pm May 2
Paint w/Kate
Paint w/Kate | April Showers & Doodle Flowers | 540 Oak Park Ave., Beecher, IL | 10am | sign-up sheet in the narthex
First Friday Fellowship
Join us for March First Friday Fellowship as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Friday, March 6th BEECHER CAMPUS from 5:30 pm to 8 pm. Menu will include corned beef and cabbage and chicken nuggets. Please bring a salad, potato, or vegetable side dish to share. Desserts are always welcome! Following the meal, Pastor LaMie will lead a family devotion. Get ready for some air hockey, foosball, and a few games of Tenzie. Prizes will be provided!
A signup sheet is available at Eagle Lake, Beecher, and online, which helps in planning food and any activities for everyone. If you have any questions, contact Debbie or Kay . (Please feel free to share the dish you plan to bring.)
Everyone is welcome for the First Friday Fellowship, whether you RSVP or not. We look forward to seeing you there! Bring a Friend!
First Friday Fellowship
Peace Beecher campus: 540 Oak Park Ave., Beecher
Come together for Fun, Food, and Christian Fellowship!
First Friday of the month - February 6th
Paint w/Kate
Paint w/Kate - Star Gazing Snowman
Peace Beecher Campus: 540 Oak Park Ave., Beecher
Cost: $15
Sign-up sheets in the narthex at both campuses
First Friday Fellowship
Join us for January First Friday Fellowship as we celebrate the beginning of the New Year together - on Friday, January 2nd
BEECHER CAMPUS
from 5:30 pm to 8 pm
Homemade soups and grilled cheese will be provided -
Please bring an appetizer or a dessert.
Following the meal, Pastor LaMie will lead a family devotion.
Get ready for some New Year Trivia, indoor snowball fights,
Penguin bowling and a few games of Tenzi!
Prizes will be provided!
A signup sheet is available at Eagle Lake, Beecher, and online, which helps in planning food and any activities for everyone. If you have any questions, contact Julie LaMie or Debbie Radtke. We encourage everyone to sign up to assist in preparing food. (Sharing the dish you plan to bring is a bonus!)
Everyone is welcome for the First Friday Fellowship, whether you RSVP or not. We look forward to seeing you there! Bring a Friend!
Christmas Cookie Walk
The Dorcas Society’s Annual Christmas Cookie Walk is a great way to stock up for the Christmas Season. The entire congregation bakes their favorite homemade Christmas cookies!
GriefShare Surviving the Holidays
Surviving the Holidays – Grief Share:
10am-12pm Saturday, Nov. 22nd @ Beecher Campus
2pm-4pm Sunday, Dec. 14th @ Beecher Campus
Surviving the Holidays – Grief Share - Drop-In Chats:
10am Saturday, Nov. 29th @ B
10am Saturday, Jan. 3rd @ B
Neighborhood Thanksgiving Meal
Saturday, November 15th, serving from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Campus.
Everyone in invited to attend this complimentary homemade turkey dinner with all the sides and homemade desserts. Please encourage your friends and neighbors to attend.
If you are interested in roasting a turkey, donating food, including homemade desserts or you would like to help prepare, serve or clean-up on the 15th, there will be sign-up sheets in the narthex of both campuses.
Winter Coat Drive & Giveaway
Please donate: new or unused coats, hoodies, hats, gloves/mittens, scarves, sweaters, boots to help the less fortunate children & adults during the winter season. You may donate anytime at the Beecher Campus and on Sunday mornings at the Eagle Lake Campus. The Coat Giveaway will be on Saturday, November 15th, 2pm-5pm at the Beecher Campus 540 Oak Park Ave. (please use the nor
Christmas Attic Sale
Christmas Attic Sale - at the Beecher Campus 9am - 4pm November 14th & 15th. Proceeds will benefit the Dorcas Society.
If you have Christmas decorations you no longer need and would like to donate them, there is a container in the conference room at the Beecher Campus and in the basement at the Eagle Lake Campus.
We will also be selling raffle tickets for a handmade quilt.
First Friday Fellowship
First Friday Fellowship – November 7th – 5:30pm-8pm – Eagle Lake Campus. Following the meal, Pastor LaMie will lead a family devotion. Simple Craft for kids! Get ready for some fun with Thanksgiving Bingo. Prizes will be provided!
A signup sheet is available at Eagle Lake, Beecher, and online, which helps in planning food and any activities for everyone. If you have any questions, contact Julie LaMie or Debbie Radtke. We encourage everyone to sign up to assist in preparing food. (Sharing the dish you plan to bring is a bonus!)
Everyone is welcome for the First Friday Fellowship, whether you RSVP or not. We look forward to seeing you there! Bring a friend!
Trunk or Treat
Would you like to decorate a vehicle and pass out candy at our annual Trunk or Treat? Join us for a day of treats and lighthearted fun at our annual Trunk or Treat event! October 25th 11am-1pm at our Beecher Campus - 540 Oak Park Ave. (Kid and church friendly decor only1) Registration deadline is Oct. 18th. Please register using the QR code or link https://ourpeace.churchtrac.com/connect?ei=5SWERMP
Confirmation Class
Confirmation Information Meeting and First Class
On Sunday, September 7th following the 2nd service we will have a confirmation information meeting for those interested in Jr. Confirmation instruction this year. The meeting will be held in the North East Corner room of the Beecher Campus School wing. We are scheduled to have our first class on the following Sunday, September 14th following the service.
First Friday Fellowship
Join us for September’s First Friday Fellowship for a Relax, Refresh & Reconnect Dinner!
September 5th, EAGLE LAKE CAMPUS from 5:30 pm to 8 pm.
Beef and chicken hard/soft shell tacos, along with tortilla chips, will be provided. Please bring a side dish (dip, vegetable, salad) or a dessert.
Join us as we welcome everyone back for Bible Studies, Sunday School, and Youth Group Kick-Off Weekend. This evening is not just about food and fun, but also about strengthening our bonds of fellowship with our brothers and sisters of Christ.
Following the meal, Pastor LaMie will lead a family devotion. Then, get ready for some fun with Candy Bingo. Everyone is encouraged to bring a candy bar of your choice for the winning prizes! Plus - weather permitting, we'll light up a bonfire for roasting marshmallows. It's a night packed with activities for young and old to enjoy! Please bring a lawn chair!
A signup sheet is available at Eagle Lake, Beecher, and online. This will help us plan food and any activities for everyone. If you have any questions, contact Debra Radtke or Lona Luebbe. We encourage everyone to sign up to assist us in preparing food. (Sharing the dish you plan to bring is a bonus!)
Everyone is welcome for the First Friday Fellowship, whether you RSVP or not.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Bring a Friend!
Senior Worship & Luncheon
Senior Worship – A Special Monthly Worship & Luncheon - Thursday, August 21st @ 11:00 am
We are encouraging everyone who is available to come to this special worship service and luncheon no matter what your age. A luncheon follows the communion service. This event is held on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Please join us at 11am for a time of worship and fellowship. Everyone Is Welcome!
Paint with Kate
Paint with Kate – Friday, August 15th
On Friday, August 15th at 6:30 PM Kate will host her next Paint with Kate class at the Beecher Campus. We will paint a dragonfly on canvas. A donation to the memorial garden will be made from the fees. The class is $25 per person.
Women's Bible Study
Ladies Bible Study
We meet on Wednesday mornings 9:30am-11am @ the Beecher Campus in the former school office (please use the north entrance). If you are interested in joining us or have any questions, please contact Nancy Hamilton at nancylou252@aol.com or text her @ 708-204-0327.
Fundraising Drive
Mountainside Lutheran Church in Linville, NC is an LCMS church that was impacted by Hurricane Helene. There was damage to the building, organ, office space along with infrastructure & access to the building & grounds of the church, camp, and community. They are still in the recovery process. Peace voters have decided to match donations up to $20,000. The drive begins in August 2025 and ends in October 2025. Your donation can be submitted in your weekly offerings or to the church office. Please mark your donation “Mountainside Church Fundraiser”.