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Join Us for Worship this Sunday
8:30am Alternative Worship and 11:00am Traditional Worship
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Dear Friends,
Hindsight is 20/20. The crowd that gathered on Palm Sunday could’ve used some hindsight. There were signs Jesus was using to tell them about what kind of king he was, they just didn’t bother to pay attention.
Jesus rode on a donkey, not a majestic horse. Jesus wore clothes of a peasant, not royalty. Jesus served many and never had servants. Jesus fed multitudes with fish and loaves instead of feasting on sumptuous foods prepared for him. Yet, despite these clear signs, they were blinded by their own expectations, unable to see that the true king was not one of power and grandeur, but one of humility and service.
See you this Palm Sunday,
Kris Goorsky
Director of Christian Formation
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Mission Study Team Question #3
Members: Bart Smith, Sean Shifflette, Joey Samoy, Kathy Parker, Laura Fennema, George Davis, Paula Rich, Kelly Wood
Email: mst@immanuelpc.org
This week's question is:
"Where are we most hungry for change?" Click HERE to answer online
The Mission Study Team Is Hosting Two Town Hall Meetings. We encourage everyone to attend. We will give an update on where we are in the process, and it will be an opportunity to ask questions, and we want to hear your feedback.
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Sunday, May 4th at 9:45am in Witherspoon Hall
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Wednesday, May 7th at 5:30pm during the Wednesday Night Meals
| | | | Maundy Thursday Service - To make sure we have enough seats for everyone, please RSVP via the sign-up sheet at church this Sunday or email Kate at kate@immanuelpc.org. Children are welcome to attend. | |
Baptismal Preparation Class April 13 at 9:45am
If you are interested in getting baptized, or would like your child to be baptized, join us for this discussion-oriented session. Everyone is welcome! We believe in baptism, we are called to a new way of life as Christ's disciples, sharing the good news of the gospel with all the world. We will have the service of baptism on Easter Sunday. Questions? Please email Kris at kris@immanuelpc.org
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Easter Candy Needed
Our kids are getting excited for Easter and our Easter Egg Hunt, and we could use your help! We are looking for donations of individually wrapped candy for prizes. Please drop off your donations to the church office or sanctuary – thank you!
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Easter Flowers for Sanctuary
Help us decorate the sanctuary for Easter with flowers in honor or in memory of a loved one. Purchase a plant that you will take home for yourself or to give to a dear friend or ailing neighbor. You can also make a donation to the Flower Fund for the purchase of Easter flowers and other sanctuary décor throughout the year and/or make a contribution to the Deacons Benevolence Fund that assists people with dire financial needs.
Each plant costs $20.00, but donations can be made in any amount. All of the dedications will be listed in the bulletin on Easter Sunday. Order forms are in the sanctuary and office, or email Kate at kate@immanuelpc.org. Deadline to order is this Sunday, April 13th.
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Hymn Sing Service on Sunday April 27th
For this special Sunday we are asking YOU to help decide which hymns/songs you would like to sing during the services. We will have slips of paper in the worship materials cart to submit or you can email Clay with your selections at clay@immanuelpc.org.
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VBS Gift Registry Open - Help us provide extra materials to make this our biggest and best VBS experience ever! Items like polar pencils, let it snow kits, compass kits and more!
Click HERE to view.
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Text and Email Scams - Fraudulent emails/texts are continuing to circulate appearing to come from Pastor Bart Smith. These attacks are a phishing or spoofing scam. This means that the email account or phone number has probably not been hacked. The names on these attempts may be familiar, but the email address or phone number used will not be the one you know. These emails or text messages often pretend they are a pastor or staff member and ask for private conversation, the need for a favor, or to purchase gift cards. This is unfortunately a common predatory tactic. Please know that staff will never ask you for money via text or email. If you receive one of these, do not respond. Mark as spam/junk and delete. | | | |
Baby Shower for Stewart Family
Join us in showering the Stewart Family with love as they await the arrival of a baby boy! Everyone (women, men, and kids) is invited to celebrate with us at a baby shower for Taylor and Isaiah Stewart and family on Saturday, May 3rd, from 1:00-3:00pm held in Witherpsoon Hall. Please RSVP to Shannon Cain at shannon_dooling@hotmail.com.
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Prayer Concerns for those with continuing health challenges and concerns:
- Andy McComb
- Charles Carpenter
- Ann Thornes
- Bill Aurand
- Kay Schmidt
If you have a prayer request, please email kate@immanuelpc.org.
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Sunday School Classes for All Ages at 9:45am - The last adult class for – In the Footsteps of the Savior, by Max Lucado is this Sunday, April 13. We will begin a new course “Half Truths” on April 27th in Witherspoon Hall 12/13.
Youth Group on Sunday Nights - Join us from 5:00 – 7:00pm for dinner, games and bible fellowship for youth ages 6-12 grade. Connect with Kris Goorsky at kris@immanuelpc.org
Men’s Bible Study on Mondays at 10:00am - Come hang out with the guys, have coffee and dig deeper into scripture and connect with friends. Meets in Witherspoon Hall.
Desert Sages Games on Tuesdays from 10:00am – 12:30pm. Join us for games, fellowship and food in Witherspoon Hall every Tuesday from 10:00am – 12:30pm. Enjoy new friends and old while playing Mexican train, bridge, hand and foot, Rummikub and anything else you want while snacking on popcorn. A $1.00 donation a week supports our luncheons every six weeks. Contact Mary Kay Bush at 520-661-6737 or ausmbush3@gmail.com. Meets in Witherspoon Hall.
Crafters Group on Thursdays from 9:30am – 12:00pm. All are welcome to come and work on your crafts together and enjoy fellowship and laughs. We make quilts, blankets and projects for local missions. We also work on our own projects for fun – grab your gear and join us!
Agape Circle Women’s Bible Study on May 14th - Come join us on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am -12:00pm in the home of Mary Kay Bush. A light brunch is provided by members prior to the start of the study. New members are always welcome! Please contact Jean Nelson at 520-886-6586 or Mary Kay Bush at 520-661-6737 for more information.
Lydia Circle Women’s Bible Study on April 21st - meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30pm in Witherspoon Hall. We start with refreshments then dive into our bible study. All are welcome – email Kay Schmidt for details at hkschmidt10@aol.com.
| | Office Hours: The church office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00am – 4:00pm and closed on Fridays. You can contact Kate Kelly in the office at kate@immanuelpc.org or call (520) 296-2253 for assistance. Pastor Bart Smith’s office hours are Tuesday and Thursday mornings until 11:30am and his email is bart@immanuelpc.org. | | 2025 Together for Joy Pledge - If you haven’t been able to send in your pledge yet, we ask you to prayerfully consider what God might be leading you to give this year—your generosity matters and makes a vital difference in Immanuel's ministry in here and out there. You can also fill out your pledge card online here - 2025 Pledge | | Upcoming Calendar of Events | | |
Sunday, April 13
8:30am Alternative Worship Service
9:45am Sunday School
9:45am Baptismal class
11:00am Traditional Worship Service
5:00pm Youth Group
Monday, April 14
10:00am Men's Bible Study
6:00pm Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts
Tuesday, April 15
10:00am Desert Sages
6:00pm TOPS
Wednesday, April 16
7:00pm Handbells Rehearsal
7:30pm AA
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Thursday, April 17
9:30am Crafters
6:30pm AA
7:00pm Maundy Thursday service
Friday, April 18
7:00pm AA Meeting
Sunday, April 20 - Easter
6:30am Sunrise Service outdoors
8:30am Alternative Worship Service
9:45am Easter Egg Hunt
9:45am One Fellowship Hour
11:00am Traditional Worship Service
No Youth Group
Monday, April 21
Office Closed
6:30pm Lydia Circle
Note: Wednesday Night Meals is taking the month of April off. Returns on May 7th.
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2025 Immanuel Elders
Liz Wallendorf, Clerk of Session
Bill Aurand – Building and Grounds
Cheralynn Baylor - Christian Education
Karl Aurand, Laurie Emery – Finance & Stewardship
Kevin Murphy, Sean Shifflette – Hospitality
Ann Jarvis, Cliff Fujii, Leslie Cullins-Shechter - Mission & Evangelism
Cliff Fujii, Ed Vander Woude, Liz Wallendorf - Personnel
Curt Christy, Ed Vander Woude – Worship
2025 Immanuel Deacons
Belinda Badger (Moderator), Carol Kienbaum (Co-Moderator), Marlene Stevens
Erminia Gomez, Bobbie Butler, Joy Shifflette, Kay Schmidt, Shawn Wooll
Paris Rebl, Wayne Barnes, Susan Barnes, Kathy Parker
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IMMANUEL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
9252 E. 22nd Street, Tucson AZ 85710 (520) 296-2253
www.immanuelpc.org
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