APRIL 2025

FORMATION LEADERS NEEDED

It's no secret that Emmanuel has an amazing group of children and youth among our members. We are looking for 2-3 more adults who can help lead these young people in their faith formation. Commitment is 2 times a month for about one hour. If you have any inkling that you might be interested, please contact Katie to talk more.

RISE AGAINST HUNGER

On Sunday, May 4 Emmanuel will team up to package tens of thousands of meals for those in need around our world. Kids are an important part of Rise Against Hunger! Please encourage your child to register. Middle and high schoolers: we are hoping you can volunteer for the second shift. If not, the first shift is great too! Register here and email Katie with any questions.

BLESSINGS BAKERY VBS

Join us for Vacation Bible School! We will have three days full of fun - baking, praying, reading, playing, and more! August 11-13 from 9:00 until 11:30. Ideal for kids in preschool through middle elementary. Older kids are encouraged to become Junior Shepherds. More information and registration is here!

YOUTH SUNDAY

On Sunday, May 4, Emmanuel will continue a much loved tradition. Our kids will lead our 9:30 worship service. An email went out to kids on our registration list, but if we missed you, and your child would like to participate, please email Katie by April 13.

SUMMER CAMP

Registration for Camp Firebird (formerly Camp Phoenix) is now open! Camp Firebird is the official summer camp of the Diocese of Missouri. Camp will be located at Camp MoVal from July 27 through August 1 and accepts campers in 2nd - 12th grades. This is a great experience for our kids! Older kids can apply to be a camp counselor. Use this link for camper AND counselor registrations.

FAITH FORMATION REMINDERS

There are lots of ways Emmanuel kids can explore their faith. During the 9:30 service, young kids can attend Children's Chapel.

After the 9:30 service, kids are invited to formation. Formation on the 1st and 3rd Sundays is divided by age. (So, elementary kids go to FaithQuest, and middle/high school kids go to Youth Group.) Formation on the 2nd and 4th Sundays is for all ages together.

UPCOMING FORMATION EVENTS

Christian Formation takes place immediately following our 9:30 service. We begin, typically, at 10:45. More details are always on the church calendar.

• Instructed Eucharist March 30
• Gun Safety Presentation April 6
• Easter Egg Hunt April 20
• Earth Day Extravaganza April 27