Welcome

Welcome to the Web home of the family of faith known as Peace Lutheran Church in Kansas City, Missouri. We invite you to come worship with us on Sunday mornings, and want you to consider yourself among friends who care. We hope that you will visit us soon and rejoice with us in the message of the Gospel -- "God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16) -

 

We believe the Bible is the inspired and unerring word of God and the only source of the instruction for doctrine and practice.

  • That there is only one true God: The Triune God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Three persons in one divine being,
  • That we all are sinners and cannot be saved by our deeds.
  • That we all are saved only through faith in Jesus Christ.
  • That the Christian Faith expressed itself in a life of dedication in worship, love and service to God and Others.
  • That the Christian seeks to grow in Christian knowledge and faith through the use of the Bible and Sacraments of Holy Baptism and the Lord's Supper.

The Bible will never change, as God never changes. His love and salvation is complete and perfect. You can find comfort and peace in that. Our church maintains and preaches solid Bible based, Christ centered doctrine. We correct each other in making sure our hymns, liturgy, and teachings stand by the scripture. Our ministers go through a lot of training; 4 years of college and 4 years of Seminary to be ordained. They do not go through a 6 week course on the internet and get accepted to marry people in any church. Did you know that each seminary student is required to have class in Greek and Hebrew for the sole purpose to interpret the original scriptures? The structure is strict, and each pastor has their own gifts and qualities. But in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, You can be assured that the minister is grounded in the teachings. We accept and preach the Bible-based teachings of Martin Luther that inspired the reformation of the Christian Church in the 16th century.

The teaching of Luther and the reformers can be summarized in three phrases:

  • Sola Gratia - Grace Alone

God loves the people of the world, even though they are sinful, rebel against Him and do not deserve His love. He sent Jesus, His Son, to love the unlovable and save the ungodly.

  • Sola Fide - Faith Alone

By His suffering and death as the substitute for all people of all time, Jesus purchased and won forgiveness and eternal life for them. Those who hear this Good News and believe it have the eternal life that it offers. God creates faith in Christ and gives people forgiveness through Him.

  • Sola Scriptura - Scripture Alone

The Bible is God's inerrant and infallible Word, in which He reveals His Law and His Gospel of salvation in Jesus Christ. It is the sole rule and norm for Christian doctrine.

Please consider coming to our church. We love and accept all kinds of people. We want to meet new people and help them with their spiritual growth in Jesus Christ. Those having trouble understanding, coping, are sick, or in need of friends; please check us out. We are here to pray with, and for you, help you serve your Savior, and grow in Christ. We are all sinners in God's eyes and Jesus came to save sinners.

The righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:22-23.

 

Yours in Christ,

Pastor David Rolf

Announcements

  • Christmas Schedule 2023

  • Bible Study

    SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY - 9:45 AM

    STUDY OF THE BOOK OF 1 & 2 CORINTHIANS

    The church in Corinth was in trouble. They were divided. They were immature. They were abusing the sacraments, spiritual gifts, and each other. The apostle Paul had founded this church earlier (Acts 18), and when he hears of the young church’s struggles, he writes them a letter. And it’s a bold one. He tackles the issues the church faces, reprimands them for their shortcomings, and encourages them to love. First Corinthians is not a step-by-step guide to solving church problems, however. Instead of telling the church precisely what to do, Paul proposes a new perspective: put God’s glory first. the second letter to the Corinthian church, Paul is again having to deal with internal issues, and problems with people within the church trying to undermine his own ministry, even to the point of doubting his authority and calling. the fact that he feels it necessary to prove himself (Ch.12) irritates him to the point that he calls himself a ‘fool’ for doing so. The fact is, though, that we are the Church that God in His wisdom has decided to use for His Glory—and He does not make mistakes!

     

    Wednesday Bible Study – 4:00 PM

    STUDY OF THE BOOK OF ZEPHANIAH

    The author, Zephaniah, traces his ancestry back four generations; this is unique among the prophets: Son of Cushi; Son of Gedaliah; Son of Amariah; Son of Hezekiah, (possibly the famous Judean king [c. 716-687 B.C.]) author places himself during the reign of Josiah, son of Amon, king of Judah (c. 641-609 B.C.) Manasseh’s and Amon’s reigns were dark times in Judah’s history: Manasseh was eclectic making altars to Ashtoreth (Canaanite), Chemosh (Moabite), Milcom (Ammonite), and Baal (Canaanite). Manasseh restored child sacrifice (2 Ki 21) even sacrificing two of his own sons in the Valley of Hinnom Amon was named after an Egyptian god, unlike most kings who were named after Yahweh. ‘ Day of the Lord’ is the major theme in the book of Zephaniah (or the focal point of Zephaniah’s prophecy) occurring 23 times in this short book (as well as in Obadiah, Joel, and Ezekiel). On this day, the nearness and severity of which are emphasized, the Lord would come as a mighty and just warrior-judge to punish the whole world, including Judah. Through this purifying judgment, the nations would become genuine worshippers of the one true God. The judgment of the Lord's Day would also purge God's covenant people and their capital city, Jerusalem. A faithful remnant, the nucleus of the purified city, and rejoice in the Lord's deliverance and protection.

  • REAP 2nd SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

    Raytown Emergency Assistance PROGRAM (R.E.A.P.)

    THE 2ND SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH is REAP Sunday

    There is a special place in the entryway to receive your donations of all non-perishable items.

    Please consider donating any of the following:

    • Boxed Dinners
    • Canned Chicken
    • Canned Tuna
    • Canned Veggies
    • Canned Fruit
    • Canned Black or Pinto Beans
    • Pasta Noodles
    • Peanut Butter & Jelly
    • Rice: bags & boxed
    • Spaghetti Sauce
    • Cereal
    • Napkins
    • Paper Towels
    • Toilet Paper
    • Tissues
    • Pork & Beans

    Thank you for helping our Raytown Neighbor!

  • Did You Know?

    CROSSWORD PUZZLES IN THE BULLETIN

    FROM BIBLE STORIES

    This summer we are posting some crossword bible puzzles that refer to Bible Stories. We can use this as a valuable tool to improve our Biblical knowledge and skills as we review the Bible.

    The Puzzle is posted next to the "Prayer of Peace" with a list of our Friends and Loved ones that need our Prayers. 

    You can tear both out and refer to them daily.

     

     

    We also have a Memory Verse Challenge.

    Worship Ministry

    The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod

     

     The church confesses to Christ, “You have the words of eternal life” (John 6:68). The church is encouraged to “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly ...” (Col. 3:16). Psalm 1 teaches us to meditate on God's Word day and night. It is our great opportunity and joy to read and study God's Word. One beneficial practice is to memorize the Scriptures and, in so doing, to meditate on it. The LCMS invites everyone to join together memorizing a verse together each week.

  • Change of Address

    Reminder:

    Have you changed your Address, Email, or Phone number and informed the Church Office?!

    Please keep the church up to date with your contact information, or any changes concerning your household, e.g., the birth of a child, marriage, divorce, death, grown children leaving the household, etc.

    Thank you for your cooperation!!

  • Weather Closings

    As we prepare for possible implement weather, we want to remind you of our closing procedures. Anytime we close the Church we send an email announcement through the prayer chain. Please call the church office to ensure we have your current information. We will also post closings on the local stations: WDAF Fox 4; KCTV 5; KMBC 9; KSHB 41.