OUR story & MISSION
Proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ and welcoming all to grow with us in God’s love through worship, learning, service, and fellowship.
We are a church. We are a community. We are a people who care for one another. We are a worshipping assembly. We are Lutheran. We are Christian. We are believers in Jesus who know that we can do more together than we can separately.
Being a church is not always easy these days, but we believe that there is no better time to be a church than right now.
And so . . . we get together on a weekly basis to remember the promises that are ours in Christ Jesus. From that weekly gathering, we are sent out to serve the world and all those in need. We spend time together in Christian Education to learn more about our faith. We pray for a better world and that we might be an agent of positive change. And we give – of ourselves, our time, and our possessions to something that is larger than ourselves.
Prince of Peace is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), a denomination of over 4 million baptized members. In partnership with the ELCA and other Lutheran Churches throughout the world, we bear witness to the saving love of Jesus Christ.
We became an official congregation in 1985 with 156 members. We built our first building in 1986, followed by a new sanctuary and education wing in 1998, and a new fellowship hall and more classrooms and offices in 2005. We dedicated a Schlicker pipe organ in 2015. Today, Prince of Peace has over 2000 members and serves by partnering with many local ministries and global ministries.
We operate Little Shepherds Learning Center, a Preschool and Kindergarten Enrichment program, and have recently grown our Music Concert Series to include local musicians, noted artists, and travelling choirs.
We offer a Christian education program for all ages, and a robust Confirmation program for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders.
Prince of Peace strives to be an inviting, diverse, and Christ-centered community. We welcome all people regardless of race, ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, or economic condition in life.
You will find lots of information about our congregation on this website. To really get to know us, we encourage you to visit our church and join us for worship.
OUR Pastors
Pastor John Morris
jmorris@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.766.6377 x 13
Pastor John Morris is the Senior Pastor at Prince of Peace. He is a graduate of Wittenberg University and the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia. He began his ministry at Prince of Peace in January of 1992. Pastor Morris has particular interest in the liturgy of the church – serving on both local and national committees to enhance the church’s worship and song. Pastor Morris has been married to his wife Sharon for 40 years. Sharon works in the field of educational publishing. In his spare time, Pastor Morris is a beekeeper and avid gardener.
Pastor Tim Wrenn
twrenn@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.766.6377 x 14
Pastor Tim Wrenn has served as the Associate Pastor at Prince of Peace since July of 2021. He is a graduate of South Dakota State University (Go Jackrabbits!) with a BS in Economics. He attended Luther Seminary where he met his future wife, Rachel. During his time there, he served his pastoral internship in Cairo, Egypt at St. Andrew’s United Church of Cairo. Before serving at Prince of Peace, Pastor Tim served at American Lutheran Church of Windom (Windom, MN) and Christ Lutheran Church (Marietta, GA).
Pastor Tim and Dr. Rachel have two children, Sophia and Charlie, who keep them very busy and full of great joy. In his free time, Pastor Tim enjoys watching football, soccer, and just about any other sporting event, checking out local eateries and breweries, and enjoying the great outdoors.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Pastor Tim.
Pastor Jim Wilson
jwilson@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.766.6377 x 16
Pastor Jim Wilson serves as the Associate Pastor (part-time) at Prince of Peace. He is a graduate of Indiana University’s Kelly School of Business, Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Bexley, OH and holds a Ph.D. in Communication also from Indiana University. He served as parish pastor at St. John Lutheran (Missouri), Trinity Lutheran (Indiana) and retired in October 2017 after 30 years as lead pastor of Lord of Life Lutheran Church (Worthington, OH). On multiple occasions he served as adjunct professor of homiletics at Trinity Seminary. He was recognized in 2016 by the Human Rights Campaign for "championing the full inclusion of all people in church and society" and by Trinity Seminary with their "Distinguished Alumnus in Christian Service Award." He met Ann, his partner of 50+ years, when they were undergrads. They have children and grandchildren. They care about God's world, appreciate different cultures, travel as able and, of course, cheer on their Hoosiers.
Our Staff
Jeremy J. Bankson
jbankson@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.766.6377 x 17
Jeremy J. Bankson serves as the Director of Music at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church leading a dynamic and developing music ministry. Jeremy received his Bachelor of Music degree in organ performance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he also pursued graduate studies in choral conducting. Active as a composer and arranger, he has led workshops, clinics, and hymn festivals at various churches and institutions around the country. He is also currently serves as a board member for the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians. In his spare time, Jeremy enjoys cooking and traveling with his husband Scott.
Hannah Wolfe
hwolfe@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.766.6377 x 20
Hannah Wolfe is the Director of Youth Ministries, supporting the middle and high schoolers of the congregation. Hannah earned her Bachelor's of Social Work from Capital University, receiving her LSW after graduation. Previously, Hannah worked for HopeWood Outdoors where she served as the Program Manager at HopeWood Pines for 2 years. Outside of working, Hannah enjoys being outside, traveling, and finding new bakeries.
Jen Armstrong
littleshepherdschool@gmail.com
Jen Armstrong is the Co-Director of Little Shepherds Learning Center. Jen has a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Wittenberg University and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Nova Southeastern University. Jen has been a Lambs teacher for 8 years and am excited to take on the new role of co-director. She is married with three children, all of whom attended Little Shepherds for preschool. She and her family belong to Prince of Peace. In Jen's free time, she enjoys watching her kids play soccer, baking, and running or walking outside.
Alice Lawler
littleshepherdschool@gmail.com
Alice Lawler is the Co-Director of Little Shepherds Learning Center. She has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Master's degree in Administration and Curriculum from Michigan State University. She has been teaching at Little Shepherds for 12 years. Alice has three children who all attend college in Columbus. She and her husband are members at Saint Brigid of Kildare. In her free time she enjoys watching baseball, walking with her golden retriever and volunteering with the Glitter Girls Guild.
Jocelyn Alford
jalford@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.795.1140 (cell)
Jocelyn Alford handles Communications and has worked at Prince of Peace since 2018. She publishes our weekly newsletter Peace Signs, manages our website, and schedules all of our worship assistants. She has a BS in Mechanical Engineering and MS in Aero Engineering and previously worked as an engineer (fluid mechanics) in the aerospace industry. She and her husband John have four children and one grandson, and they have been members of Prince of Peace since 2000. In her spare time, Jocelyn loves to hike, bike, run, swim, and spend time outdoors.
Sue Miller
smiller@princeofpeacedublin.org
614.766.6377 x 18
Sue Miller is the Director of Children’s Ministries overseeing Sunday school, VBS, Bible and First Communion Workshops. . Sue and her family, Craig, Allison, Liz and Sarah Miller joined Prince of Peace in February 2001. Sue and her husband Craig have been married 36 years. They are from Ohio, although they lived in Los Angeles for a few years.
Arlindo Ahmetaj
aahmetaj@princeofpeacedublin.org
216.820.8869
Arlindo Ahmetaj is the Bookkeeper in charge of our financial and accounting operations. He has a bachelor’s in Business Economics with a double minor in Finance and Healthcare Management, and a Master’s in Business Administrations with a focus in Business Analytics from Cleveland State University. He comes from an experience with background in finance and accounting both in the private and public sector. Arlindo and his wife Kristina have two children. In his spare time Arlindo enjoys playing soccer and taking Tae Kwon Do classes.
Lucille Gill
Lucille Gill has been the Organist at Prince of Peace since 1990. She also directed the Handbell choir for many years. Lucille received a Bachelor of Music degree in Church Music from Ohio State University. She was a corporate travel agent for 30 years, and now works at Nationwide Insurance. She and her husband have one son. They enjoy traveling and bike riding in their free time.
Sam Stiner
Sam Stiner is a Columbus-based Contralto who has served as the Director of Children’s Music at Prince of Peace since 2024. They have also served as a section leader in the choir since 2017 and the music teacher for Little Shepherds Preschool since 2023. Sam received their Bachelor of Music in Music Education from West Chester University of Pennsylvania and their Master’s of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Wyoming. They have a diverse musical and educational background including conducting regional choral festivals, being a guest artist/performer for various colleges and universities, serving as vocal director for musical productions, and running professional vocal performing ensembles. In addition to their roles at Prince of Peace, Sam also performs as a contemporary classical specialist and owns Stiner’s Sanctuary of Voice where they teach a large studio of teen and adult singers. In their spare time, Sam enjoys gardening, embroidery, and playing darts.
Kathy Liebisch
Kliebisch01@gmail.com
740.917.5699
Kathy Liebisch has been the Wedding Coordinator at Prince of Peace since 2014 and the Funeral Coordinator since 2024. She meets with the bride several months prior to the planned wedding to review the church's wedding guidelines and organize the rehearsal. She will again meet with the bride closer to the wedding date to review final plans for the ceremony. She attends the rehearsal and is present the day of the ceremony, assisting the bride, bridal party, family, florist, photographer and guests where needed.
Kathy also helps families make funeral arrangements at Prince of Peace.
Emily Nevergall
enevergall@princeofpeacedublin.org
Emily Nevergall has been the Social Media Manager since 2021. Emily has bachelor's and master's degrees in voice from Northwestern University as well as a post-graduate certificate from Boston University's Opera Institute. Emily began attending Prince of Peace in 2018 with her husband John. In her spare time, Emily enjoys needle crafts, craft beer, and traveling.
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