1900 E. Lincoln Hwy.
P.O. Box 205
New Lenox, IL 60451
phone 815-485-5327
fax 815-485-2688
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Meet the Pastors

Pastor Dave Hedlin
Pastor David Hedlin Dear friends of Peace and visitors to our web site, In looking at the home page of our web site, we are reminded that we begin our worship life together each weekend under the sign of the cross. It is a cross that has meaning and purpose for us because of its tragedy and triumph; because of the great love made real for us in Jesus' death and ressurection. Each Sunday we gather in celebration of God's presence in our lives.

A significant part of the growth in membership of Peace Lutheran Church has been because of an atmosphere of warmth and friendliness. This web page is intended to extend that reach to the electronic community, and allow both local and distant members and friends, as well as those still searching for fulfillment or a new church home, to join us here and get to know us.

May God continue to bless the joy of our fellowship as we seek to be faithful to our calling. Thank you for the privilege of being a Pastor in your midst!

Yours in Christ,
Pastor Dave Hedlin


Pastor Stan Bockwoldt
Pastor Stan Bockwoldt Pastor Stan Bockwoldt was born and raised in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Upon finishing high school, Pastor Bockwoldt attended Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, SD graduating in 1994 with a triple major in: (1) English with an Emphasis in Journalism, (2) Speech Communication, and (3) Religion/Philosophy. Pastor Stan later returned to Dakota Wesleyan to serve as an Adjunct Professor of Religion/Philosophy.

Following college, Pastor Stan Bockwoldt attended the Candler School of Theology, Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Pastor Stan graduated with a Master's of Divinity degree in the 1997.

Prior to coming to Peace Church, Pastor Stan served churches in Georgia, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Some of Pastor Stan's favorite things are: Denver Broncos football, golf, white-water rafting, Kodiak Island (Alaska), and the surpassing grace of God.