QUALIFIED ORGANIZATIONS AND REQUESTS

Use of The Peel House at First Lutheran is made by reservation no more than six months in advance on a first-come, first-served basis. Organization requests will be considered based on the mission of First Lutheran Church and serving the needs of the Colorado Springs community.

The Peel House usage is limited to service organizations, community organizations, ministry partners, and specific 501c3 non-profit organizations that are in alignment with the ministry mission of First Lutheran Church.

We are unable to offer space to private groups at this time. 

To inquire about available space, please click here after reading procedures and requirements. 

USE OF THE PEEL HOUSE

The Peel House and First Lutheran Church, including grounds, are non-smoking facilities. Smoking is permitted only inside personal cars.

We ask that guests refrain from bringing pets to The Peel House, as the facility is not designed to accommodate associated needs.  Exceptions are made for licensed service animals

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Unavailable Wednesday nights due to church services.

Saturday  8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. - Extended hours may be available upon request. 
Note: additional fees required.

Sunday             CLOSED to all outside group events

SCHEDULING

All requests are taken through the Online Request Form found here.

Meeting requests are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

All requests for reservations should be made at least two weeks prior to the meeting date requested.

Requests are taken in six-month blocks:  January 15 – June 15 and June 15 – January 15

(Space between December 20 – 31 is unavailable.  Space during Holy Week is unavailable.)

Changes to the original meeting request details, such as room setup, amenities, or additional space must be made a minimum of two business days in advance of the scheduled meeting.   

Use of The Peel House is at the discretion of First Lutheran Church.

AMENITIES

The Peel House offers a variety of items for your event usage included in the suggested donations rate:

• Round tables and chairs – including tablecloths if desired
• Dishware – table settings, serving dishes, cutlery, water glasses, coffee cups/saucers, wine glasses, napkins.  In an effort to be good stewards of the environment, First Lutheran Church asks that organizations use the offered tableware and not use paper and plastic products.   
• Guest WiFi
• Flat Screen Display (Parlor on Main Level) Please refrain from plugging your computer or any other devices into the flat screen. Please plug your equipment into the HDMI-1 plug on the black microphone panel on the wall next to the air conditioning unit.  Please note that the video and sound system must be turned on by First Lutheran Staff in order for your equipment to connect to the flat screen.
• Smart TVs (Upper-Level Meeting Rooms) Please refrain from plugging your computer or any other devices into the TVs.  Please plug your equipment into the HDMI plug on the wall below the TV. 
• In-house sound system including microphones
• HDMI cables provided if needed
• Remotes for flat screen and TVs provided
• Whiteboards (Upper-Level Meeting Rooms only)
• Podium
• Easels upon request
• Piano (on main level)
• AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) located in kitchen back sink area.
• NOTE:  AV equipment will be set up by First Lutheran Staff.  Because there is no onsite technology staff specifically scheduled for events, it suggested that organizations set an appointment to test AV equipment day(s) prior to the event.  Appointments can be made by calling the church.  
  

BEVERAGE SERVICE

Coffee and water service are provided at all events unless otherwise noted.  All other beverages need to be provided by the organization.

CATERING

Organizations have a few options for bringing external food to their meetings or events:

Preferred Caterers:

The Peel House has a list of preferred caterers found in the LINKS section below.  

Organizations work directly with the caterer of their choice to arrange meal selection, delivery,

and service.  The Peel House will need the name of the caterer that organizations select as

part of the reservation process.  Caterers may warm and finish meals in The Peel House kitchen, but full meals may not be prepared.  Organizations should work with caterers regarding table settings to determine all set ups (i.e., buffet style, plated service, etc.).  All details must be given to The Peel House reservationist at least two weeks in advance of any event.  The Peel House does not provide any serving staff for events but will provide an event host.

Organizations serving food with no caterer:

Organizations are allowed to heat prepared food in kitchen ovens but no cooking on site is permitted.

Organizations are allowed delivery of simple lunches (boxed lunches, pizza, fast food vendors). If you have food delivered, please have a member of the organization at the atrium doors in the alley to accept food and to make sure it is delivered to the correct building. Please inform the delivery service that The Peel House is the yellow mansion north of the red brick main church building.

Organizations are allowed to have potluck lunches/dinners.

Organizations are allowed to bring in snacks.

Organizations are responsible for set up, service, and cleanup of food.  Serving pieces will be provided upon request.  

Organizations will set up dishes, wash and return dishes to cabinets at the conclusion of their event.

It is First Lutheran Church’s mission to be good stewards of the environment; therefore, please refrain from bringing in paper plates, plastic cups, plastic utensils, etc. 

ALCOHOL

First Lutheran Church policy allows beer and/or wine under the following guidelines:

Organizations must have prior approval to serve beer and/or wine.

All approved organizations that request to serve beer and/or wine must hire a licensed and insured bartender.  You may check with the caterer for bartending services.

Only wine and beer in bottles may be served.

Wine bottles may not be placed on the tables; wine must be served by the bartender.

No cash bars, drink tickets, etc., may be sold on site. The organization must communicate with their bartender to take care of the gratuities as cash tip jars are not allowed.

Guests are limited to two drinks per person, monitored by the organization and the bartender. 

STAFFING

The Peel House is a ministry of First Lutheran Church and does not have a full-time staff.  On the day of your event, you will have a host who will assist with your event.  We kindly require that your organization or caterer assist with set up one to two hours prior to the event and clean up after the event. 

DAY OF MEETING GUIDELINES

• Please enter through the atrium in the alley or the south entrance.  The north door to The Peel House is not available for use.
• Please refrain from taping directional signs, meeting notes, or decorations to any walls or windows throughout The Peel House.
• Please refrain from hanging any decorations from light fixtures.
• All crafting supplies and plans must be pre-approved. 
• Flat Screen Display (Parlor on Main Level) Please refrain from plugging your computer or any other devices into the flat screen.  Please plug your equipment into the HDMI-1 plug on the black microphone panel on the wall next to the air conditioning unit.  Please note that the video and sound system must be turned on by First Lutheran Staff in order for your equipment to connect to the flat screen.
• Smart TVs (Upper-Level Meeting Rooms) Please refrain from plugging your computer or any other devices into the TVs.  Please plug your equipment into the HDMI plug on the wall below the TV.
  
  Upper-level meeting rooms:
• Please spray tables with the provided spray when finished with room.
• Please clean whiteboards with provided spray when finished with room.
• Please use ONLY dry erase markers (provided) on whiteboards.
• Garbage will be collected by First Lutheran Church staff unless otherwise requested.
• Multiple groups may be meeting simultaneously.  Please exercise kindness in your interactions.
• The Peel House hosts 12-Step Support Groups daily.  Please be courteous to our guests.
• There is a portable AED machine, First Aid Box, and emergency numbers located in the back sink room of the kitchen. 
• Please notify the church staff immediately in the event of any accident, injury, or damage to The Peel House property. 
  

SPACE ACCOMMODATIONS

Size of Groups: 
110 seated dinner/meeting

150 standing flow reception*

120 theatre style seating

*A reception could be increased to an additional 40-50 standing people from May-October if the patio is also being used.

DIRECTIONS/PARKING

The Peel House at First Lutheran Church is located on the corner of Cascade Avenue and Caramillo Street.  The atrium entrance in the alley between Cascade and Tejon meets ADA requirements and has a handicap parking area. The elevator to all level floors is located in this entrance.  Street parking is available.   In our efforts to be respectful neighbors, we ask that guests park along Cascade Avenue, Caramillo Street and Buena Ventura Street next to the church property as much as possible.   Please refrain from parking in the alley as that area is reserved for First Lutheran Church members attending group meetings and visiting church offices. 

SUGGESTED DONATION RATES

Upper- Level Meeting Room              Hourly Needs                Suggested Donation Rate

1-16 Guests                                          Under 2 hours                           $50-75

1-16 Guests                                          Under 4 hours                           $75-100

1-16 Guests                                          Over 4 hours                             $100-150

*Note – All day Retreat - water and coffee will be provided in the morning.  Guests will need to be

self-sufficient throughout the day.  We kindly ask guests to take care of dishes at the end of the day. (Rinse and put in the dishwasher)

Main Level (Parlor, Dining Room, Kitchen) - Theatre Style Chair Set; Up Non-Catered – Food Brought In   

Number of People                    Suggested Donation Rate

Under 50 Guests                         $150-200

Over 50 Guests                           $200-300

Main Level (Parlor, Dining Room, Kitchen) – Catered Sit-Down Dinner – Tables and chairs set up            

Number of People                    Suggested Donation Rate

Less than 50 Guests                  $300-500

50 -70 Guests                            $400-600

70-100 Guests                           $600-800

*NOTE: There will be an automatic $150-250 staff fee charge after the 9:00 p.m. normal business hour. Guests need to vacate by 9 p.m. and all clean up needs to be finished by 10 p.m.

Suggested Donation payments may be made online.  Instructions are in the LINKS section.

WEDDINGS/WEDDING RECEPTIONS

First Lutheran Church offers weddings and receptions for members.  All wedding ceremonies are

conducted in the Sanctuary with receptions offered in The Peel House.

A brochure with more information is available here.

CONTACT

Website: peelhouseatfirst.net

Reservationist:  719.632.8836

Address:          1515 N. Cascade Avenue

                        Colorado Springs, CO  80907

Cross Streets:  Caramillo to the north

                        Buena Ventura to the south      

CONTACT US TO BOOK A MEETING OR EVENT