In response to God, who reached down to us - the mission of First Immanuel Lutheran Ministries is to reach up to God, reach in to each other and reach out to the world

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Weekly News - FIRST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN MINISTRIES MISSION & MINISTRY MOMENTS

July 20-21| 2024

REACHING UP

First Immanuel

Saturday 5 pm

Sunday 7:30, 9:00 & 10:35 am

First Immanuel Watch Worship Live 

River of Life

Sunday 8:00

9:30 & 10:45 am





Prayers

REACHING OUT

MISSION OF THE MONTH - Our Mission for July is WordRus – a mission society anchored in Lutheran theology and mission, committed to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ – Mashiach Yeshu’a – with those of Russian and other Slavic languages and culture, especially of Jewish background. They share the truths of God’s Word through a variety of media, primarily internet radio and various translation and publication projects.

 

A recognized service organization of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod, WordRus is the body of Christ, finding unity and joy between Jews and Gentiles, Russians and Americans, united in the global mission of Christ! Learn more WordRus.org

Mission of the Month

First Immanuel Lutheran School - A Christ-Centered education is an option for all families! Explore your options - schedule a personal tour and conversation. Contact Teresa at (262) 377-6610 or thajdu@fils.org Important Notice: families looking at 2K, 3K or 4K for the 2025-2026 school year need to contact the admissions office to express your interest and/or schedule a tour. Tours happening now for the 2025-2026 school year.

Adopt-A-Highway 2024 - First Immanuel has once again committed to picking up trash along the one-mile section of Wauwatosa Road between Pioneer Rd and Western Ave. Great volunteer opportunity for families (Kids must be going into 6th grade). Next Service Date is Sept. 28th 9-11am. Marlene at marlene.kluczinske@gmail.com for more information..

CARE MINISTRY:

River of Life - Saukville, Mondays | 5:30-7:30pm (light supper provided at 5:30pm) | Sept 9th - Dec 2nd |

  • DC4K - For kids ages 5 – 12. If you or someone you know have kids who are hurting from divorce encourage them to attend. Join anytime during the session.
  • DivorceCare - For adults dealing with the challenges for divorce. Join anytime during the session

Contact Barb at bmeyer@fils.org for more info & register here

Share A Meal - Complete single frozen meals for those who need it. Know someone who needs a good meal?- Shut in - Spouse is in the hospital - Neighbor in need- Member or non-member - Share A Meal is for ANYONE! Freezer is located in the school kitchen.  Volunteer meal preparers are always needed. Contact the church office for more information.

REACHING IN

Bible Studies

· Sunday Bible Study - Weekly Sept - May | 8:45am First Immanuel | Sunday Bible Study is off for the summer and resumes in September

· Adult Bible Study - Wed. year-round | 9am & 6:30pm First Immanuel Learning Cove | Starting July 17th Pastor Paavola will lead the Bible Study for 7 weeks. Please join us!

· Breakfast Bible Study - Monthly 1st Fri. year-round | 6am First Immanuel Fellowship Hall |

· Online Bible Study “The Preacher and The Professor” - Weekly Friday year-round | 12:05pm online at filministries.org | Pastor Raasch and Dr. Paavola will discuss topics from the Bible and the culture in a conversational style designed to assist us in our faith walk.

REACH Children

· Sunday School/KidMin will be relaunching in September! Get ready for a new name and a new curriculum this year! We look forward to spending time with your kids again during Sunday mornings at the 9:00 and 10:35 services at FIL and the 9:30 and 10:45 at ROL.

REACH Men

· Men’s Bible Study - 1st & 3rd Sat. year-round | 7:30am First Immanuel Fellowship Hall | The group is currently studying Prayer: The Power of God in Your Hands By Rev. Mark R. Etter

· Men’s Club - 2nd Tue. – Monthly, Sept - May | 7pm First Immanuel School Library| Next meeting: Resumes in Sept |

REACH Women

· Ladies Aid - 1st Tue. – Monthly, Sept - June | 11:30am | First Immanuel Church Library | Next Meeting: Resumes in Sept |

· LWML - 2nd Tuesdays – Monthly, Sept - May | 6:30pm Sept, Jan, Feb • 7pm all other months • First Immanuel Fellowship Hall | Next meeting: Resumes in Sept |

· Mom to Mom - 2nd & 4th Thu. Sept - May | 9:00 – 10:45am | First Immanuel Fellowship Hall | Next Session: Resumes in Sept |

· Women’s Bible Study - New study begins on August 27 at 9am at River of Life Fellowship Hall on Max Lucado's book, “In the Footsteps of the SaviorStudy continues on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday monthly|

REACH Youth

For additional information about events visit filministries.org (Ministries Tab & Youth Link) or contact Darcy at DPaape@fils.org).

· Summer Service Opportunity - 7th - 12th graders July 24-26th Plan and run VBS at the SOS Center. Please sign-up here.

· District Youth Event - Restart End of Summer Party August 11th 5 - 7pm | Immanuel Lutheran in Brookfield | There will be inflatables, a nacho bar, nine square, gaga ball, a service project, games, and worship. Free! 6th-12th graders - register by August 4th here.

THINGS TO KNOW & OTHER NEWS

AUGUST 4 Contemporary Worship - We are hosting contemporary worship at the Ozaukee County Fair Expo Building at 9:30am on August 4.

There will be no contemporary worship at First Immanuel that Sunday.  Please join us at the Fairgrounds or at River of Life at 9:30am or 10:45am

Stephen Ministry - Is the Holy Spirit moving you to do something MORE? A new training class for Stephen Ministry will start in September. Interested in learning more? Contact Pastor Reichmann at 262-377-6610 or email connect@fils.org 

Young Adult Event - Tuesday, July 30th | 6:30-8:30pm | First Immanuel Church Library  Young Adults age 18-29 are invited to join us for a game night! Come hang for card games, board games and more.

We’ll also have snacks—bring your friends! Call or text Olivia with any questions at: (920) 599-0795

NOW HIRING

Ministry Support Staff - Seeking an energetic, positive, organized and efficient person to add to our front office administrative staff. Hours would be Monday-Friday, 7am - Noon. If you are interested please contact Julie Weber at jweber@fils.org.

After School Care Staff - Seeking staff who enjoy working with children age 2—5th grade, provide snack, supervise outdoor and indoor play. Flexible hours from 2:30pm - 5:30pm on school days. To apply contact Kelly at (262) 377-6610 or KDummann@fils.org

SAVE THE DATE!

· FIL Ministries Fair & Back To School Open House - Sunday, August 18th | 11:30am - 2pm | Join us for fellowship, family friendly activities, food trucks, youth group brat fry. If you are a leader of a church or school ministry group we would like you to display at the event! Complete this form to let us know about your group and if you plan to display.

· Men’s Club Golf Outing - Monday, October 7th

Community Opportunities:

Alexian Village Milwaukee - We will be having bingo the last Thursday of every month for the next few months. Afterward, please join us for a free lunch. Make plans now to join us for fun and prizes. Next event July 25th 11:30am.  This is a free event but seating is limited. RSVP your spot by calling 414-310-6947

Lutherans for Life: will exhibit at the Ozaukee County Fair Wednesday, July 31 through Sunday, August 4. If you have any questions, or are willing to help at the fair exhibit for a 2-hour shift, please call 262-618-4000 or email spipkorn2@wi.rr.com.Two-hour shifts run from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Thursday, August 1-Saturday, August 3. Wednesday, July 31 shifts run from noon to 10:00 p.m. (Wednesday night fireworks!). Sunday, August 4, shifts run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for all ages, including families, to reach out to passers-by about the good news of “life”. If you are interested in meeting prior to the fair to discuss “life” issues and what to expect at the Lutherans for Life booth, please email spipkorn2@wi.rr.com.

STEPHEN MINISTRY MOMENT

“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” Ephesians 4:32 Jesus calls us to follow His example and to be deeply concerned for one another. Stephen Ministry is filled with compassion. It provides compassionate Christians with a place they can use these gifts in ministry as a Stephen Minister. Are you being led to become a Stephen Minister? There is a class starting in this fall. Contact Pastor Reichmann if you are interested.  

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LUTHERANS FOR LIFE

A Life Quote -  “We have the grace and truth of the Gospel to share—not only with women and men in crisis pregnancies but also with those so adamantly advocating for abortion. Why would we not share Christ with a lost and hurting people?” Diane Albers, President of Lutherans For Life – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life • lutheransforlife.org  





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First Immanuel Lutheran Church and School

W67N622 Evergreen Blvd., Cedarburg, WI 53012

Phone: (262) 377-6610

Office Hours Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Hours Friday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm


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598 Hillcrest Road, Saukville, WI 53080

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