| Welcome to Peace! | Welcome to the website of Peace Presbyterian Church of St Louis Park, Minnesota. As you learn more about us through these web pages, know that there is a warm and friendly congregation and a talented and committed staff who are happy to welcome your participation in our services of worship, ministries, programs and mission opportunities. ALL people are welcome to our congregation.
Sunday Worship Services:
10:30 AM - Nursery care provided Sept. through May by staff, and in the summer by volunteers.
When You Visit
Before or after worship be sure to stop by to meet with Pastor Stan Martin in the foyer. Friendly greeters will be available to help visitors find their way and to assist in any way possible. Current issues of The Tidings are always available in the narthex (foyer). Please submit your contact details on the Ritual of Friendship message pad in the pews to relay information to church staff.
Parking and Access
Parking is freely available on the church grounds. Access for handicapped worshippers is available and we also provide hearing aids for those in need. Please ask the greeters for assistance.
Click here for a map to help you find Peace
Who We Are
Peace Presbyterian Church was established in St. Louis Park, Minnesota in 1957, a 'first ring' neighborhood of Minneapolis. It has worshiped and served in its own building at Cedar Lake Road since 1958. This congregation of about 245 people is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, USA, the largest of the mainline Presbyterian bodies in the U.S., and is a part of the Synod of the Lakes and Prairies and the Presbytery of The Twin Cities Area (PTCA).
Some people identify this church by its inclusiveness. Our congregation strongly believes that the love of Jesus Christ should not be monopolized, but should be shared with all of God's people. Other people think of this church in terms of the Youth Programs under the leadership of our Youth Director. Many a young life was shaped and focused through participation in the youth programs. See the Youth pages. The congregation has a long tradition of commitment to numerous local and international mission outreach ministries. See the Mission pages to learn more. Still others find the educational ministries of great value. The Rotation Model, which takes into consideration diverse learning skills and abilities, is used in the Sunday Church School. There are K through 6 Sunday School classes, adult learning opportunities and Bible study.
Click here for our Vision and Mission Statement
To learn more about the demographics of our church visit the ReVisioning pages of the website.
Where Presbyterians Fit into the Protestant Tradition
Peace Presbyterian Church is part of a denomination of the historic Reformed tradition. Presbyterians understand the Bible to be the essential rule of faith and practice, very much as other Protestants do. They believe that God exists in the trinity of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; that Christ is the Son of God, the Revealer of God, and the Savior of humanity; and that the church is the Body of Christ in the world. Education is stressed by Presbyterians - both for the ministry and the laity. Presbyterians believe that the Holy Spirit constantly enlightens truth, and thus they admit different understandings of the historical confessions of faith. Ultimately, every Presbyterian must find a personal understanding of faith through study, contemplation, and worship. A very important principle is that "God alone is Lord of the conscience." Presbyterians emphasize active participation in ministry and worship for all members. The real ministry belongs to the membership of the church, not a special group of clergy set apart from the rest. Presbyterians follow a stated, although not strict, liturgy in services of worship. Thoughtful reading and interpretation of scriptures and prayer are the essentials of worship. The liturgy is designed to include the entire congregation in worship - just as ministry includes all members.
Peace Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, caring community of faith committed to loving God, loving neighbor as self, and sharing the love of Jesus Christ with all people through worship, fellowship, and service.
For more information see What Presbyterians Believe
or, Who are Presbyterians?
Becoming a Member
Visitors interested in learning more about the congregation's diverse ministries, mission, educational programming, and membership opportunities are encouraged to attend a casual orientation seminar scheduled on request. Watch the Sunday Bulletin (The Tidings) announcements, the monthly newsletter, or this web site for specific dates. Contact Marnie Fuji (952) 545 2586, for additional visitor or membership information. New Members are received and welcomed into active membership at Peace Presbyterian Church on a Sunday morning at the service of worship.
For more information regarding becoming a member of Peace Presbyterian Church, contact the Rev. Stan Martin, Pastor, by phone at (952) 545-2586.
Need a ride to church for Sunday Services or Wednesday Community Night or other events?Contact the church office: (952) 545-2586.
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