People of Peace Lutheran Seattle

People of Peace Lutheran Seattle Open Hearts - Open Doors Peace is a vibrant, welcoming, multigenerational congregation located in the Gatewood Hill neighborhood of West Seattle.

When our congregation was organized in 1944, during World War II, our first members chose the name PEACE as an expression of their hopes and prayers for peace in the world and in their lives. Sixty-seven years later, we continue with this “ministry of reconciliation”, cultivating the peace of God in our families, congregation, neighborhood, and world.

09/08/2026

Act for Creation, week of September 6th

Tomorrow is the UN’s International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies focused on clean air's importance to health, productivity, the economy, and the natural environment. Poor air quality disproportionately impacts women, children, and older persons. In Seattle, some of our worst air quality is in South Park/Georgetown, Lake City, and Capitol Hill, which is why in March the City announced pilot programs to reduce pollution and increase climate resilience in these neighborhoods. What can you do to help? Transportation is Seattle’s largest source of climate pollution. Get a tune up! Use the cleanest fuel you can. And use alternatives to driving whenever you’re able.

08/31/2026

Act for Creation, week of August 30th

We’re days away from Second Hand September, a public campaign you can join just by not buying any new clothes for 30 days. Its purpose is to fight “fast fashion,” a textile industry business model that quickly and cheaply mass-produces trendy clothing to mirror the newest runway looks. Poorly made of poor quality materials, the clothes too often are thrown away the following year. The industry accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions and dumps tons of clothes into landfills every year. To join the campaign, shop at local Seattle vintage stores, consignment boutiques, or upcoming neighborhood flea markets. Or get crafty and fix or restyle items already in your wardrobe!

08/24/2026

Act for Creation, week of August 23rd

On August 26, 1920, the Nineteenth Amendment protecting women’s right to vote was added to the U.S. Constitution. Our votes are one of our most powerful tools as Earth Keepers. Data shows about 62% of high-priority "climate voters" in the U.S. are women, and that Black, Hispanic, and other communities of color consistently report higher personal concern and urgency regarding climate change. We each must stand firm today to protect voting rights and equal access to polls for every American.

08/18/2026

Act for Creation, week of August 16th

Obey the speed limit. If we all did, we’d save 57,000 tons of carbon each day! And we’d arrive only 54 seconds later than if we’d sped. This from a new study which analyzed a database of more than 120 million actual trips made by passenger vehicles across the U.S. and then modeled what would happen if drivers never exceeded the posted speed. We’d save 6.7 million gallons of fuel and $22 million in fuel costs across the country.

08/10/2026

Act for Creation, week of August 9th

Environmental activist Leah Thomas writes, "we can't save the planet without uplifting the voices of its people, especially those most often unheard." Her work focuses on the application of intersectionality to environmental justice. This recognizes that environmental hazards, climate change, and ecological degradation disproportionately impact marginalized communities—such as people of color, low-income populations, women, and LGBTQIA+ individuals—due to intersecting systems of oppression like racism, classism, and sexism. This week, think about what this looks like in our community and how you can help.

08/03/2026

Act for Creation, week of August 2nd

Today is International Day of the World's Indigenous People, calling attention to the rights, cultures, and knowledge of over 476 million indigenous people across 90 countries. The Duwamish people, the host tribe of Seattle, have cared for this land since time immemorial. Join a celebration of the Duwamish Valley and our shared culture 12-5pm on Saturday the 8th at the Duwamish River Festival, 8700 Dallas Ave S. Details at https://www.drcc.org/duwamish-river-festival.

07/28/2026

Act for Creation, week of July 26th
City of Seattle recycling bins don’t accept plastic bags and some other plastics. Today’s a great day to learn more about what you can do with items the City doesn’t accept. Stop by the volunteer display in the narthex today for tips.

07/21/2026

Act for Creation, week of July 19th

Microplastics are in our drinking water, food, air, soil, wildlife, and even human blood, placentas, lungs, and other tissues. Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility, a group of health professionals, scientists, patients, parents, and community members, are asking for our help encouraging state leaders to monitor, reduce, and prevent microplastic pollution. Learn more and consider adding your name to the petition at https://www.wpsr.org/microplastics-petition.

07/14/2026

Act for Creation, week of July 12th

Orcas, our beloved, iconic native species of the waters surrounding us, have their own day of
celebration–World Orca Day–on Tuesday. Plastic pollution severely impacts orcas by acting as a vector for toxic chemicals (like PCBs and PFAS). They bioaccumulate in orcas, causing immune system suppression, reproductive failure, and population declines. To mitigate this threat, you can reduce your plastic usage, minimize chemical disposal, and participate in clean-up efforts. You can find Cleaner Alki’s clean up events at https://www.byandby.org/.

07/06/2026

Act for Creation, week of July 5th

Be part of history this July! Join thousands making a Pledge in a world record attempt for “The Most People Refusing Single-Use Plastic in One Day This Wednesday, July 1st, choose one plastic item to refuse, from single-use cups to plastic bottles or packaged produce, and make a pledge as an individual or with friends, family, classmates, colleagues, or your community. Together, our small actions make a big difference toward a plastic free future. To participate, go to https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/pledge/.

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8316 39th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA
98136

Telephone

+12069351962

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