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Preparing for All Saints Sunday...

Do you have a deceased loved one who is now with Christ that you would like remembered in prayer on All Saints’ Day (Sunday, November 1)? If so, please contact Pastor Petering (jpetering@immanuelmemphis.org) no later than October 29 with the name to be included.

TRUNK or TREAT at Immanuel Is This Saturday...Rain or Shine!

Immanuel is excited to once again host Trunk or Treat for our school and church families and our community! The fun event is this Saturday, October 31, from 4-6 PM and everyone is invited! There will be decorated trunks with free candy and a balloon artist for children. This is always a fun event, and we would love to have your family join us! Don't forget that Immanuel's Trunk or Treat is "rain or shine"—so don't be scared of the rain!

Blessing the DeHority Family with Meals

Maithe and Robbie DeHority recently welcomed their sweet baby, Mateo, just one week ago. The church family would like to help by supplying meals as they care for their new baby and adjust to new schedules and needs. To provide a meal, please visit Signup Genius at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549A8AE2CA4F5C07-67097404-maithe.

Don't Miss the District's 60th Celebration Banquet at Immanuel!

In thanksgiving for its 60th Anniversary, the Mid-South District is blessed to partner with congregations across the District to host a number of Celebration Banquets this fall. Immanuel is pleased to serve as the location for the Memphis-area banquet on Sunday, December 6, from 4-6:15 PM. There is no cost to attend the 60th Celebration Banquet, which will include hors d’oeuvres with fellowship time, dinner, District greetings, an update on the Blueprint for Ministry, an inspiring local ministry impact story, an opportunity to financially support District ministry, and a special keepsake to commemorate the District’s 60th anniversary. Reserve your seats for this special celebration by signing the RSVP sheet in narthex or using the online form at https://midsouthdistrictlcms.regfox.com/msd60thbanquetmem. Be sure to reserve your seat(s) by Friday, November 27.

Introducing the Immanuel Men's SERVICE Ministry...

The Men’s Ministry goal is to serve by performing tasks that individuals are no longer able to do, don’t know how to do, or for safety reasons, should not be doing (up ladders, climbing into the attic, etc.). Below is a list of projects that Immanuel Men’s Service Ministry can consider as a monthly project or smaller individual tasks on an as-needed basis for members and non-members, such as neighbors/co-workers/relatives/friends:

• Change air filters or light bulbs
• Rinse and clean outside AC unit
• Minor concrete and crack repair for steps/walkways
• Pressure wash slippery patio, driveway, sidewalk, or siding
• Move furniture, boxes, holiday decorations
• Shrub/small tree removal
• Light tree trimming: low hanging or dead limbs
• Minor gutter repair / clean out
• Minor drainage issues, ie: creating a natural runoff or installing a basin and drain
• Mailbox repair (if damaged or needs painting/numbers affixed)
• Helping purge household items for donation to charity.
• Replace/repair landscape timbers or stone borders
• Attic: getting things out of, or into the attic
• Snow removal, de-icing sidewalk, critical errands when snowed in
• For those limited financially: mowing, edging, flower bed clean up, leaf removal
• Minor painting
• Minor electrical repair (replace an outlet or light switch)
• Caulk windows or installing door seals

The Men's Ministry Team can provide materials and services with no financial obligation to the beneficiary. For those with financial means, free will donations can be made to Immanuel and will be allocated on a pay-it-forward basis to create a sustainable fund for future projects. Materials and supplies can also be provided by the beneficiary, or the Men's Ministry Team can provide as needed (ie: garbage bags, paint, boxes, de-icer, etc.) No project is too big or small.

To request a project for consideration, contact the church office or your ILC Elder or submit a Men’s Project Request online at https://ilcmemphis.org/mens-ministry. You can also use the form to submit projects not listed above. After you submit a project request, you will be notified if your project is approved/declined, or a referral will be made to a reputable cost-effective professional (the team knows people who can help).

Thanksgiving Food Boxes: Blessing Our Neighbors in Need

Immanuel is excited about sharing boxes filled with food items for Thanksgiving with families in need in our community— and we need your help. We’ll be working with our ministry partners such as the Memphis Union Mission, Neighborhood Christian Centers, HopeWorks, and RestoreCorps to ensure these families are reached with the message of Jesus in conjunction with this demonstration of love and compassion. It would be great if individuals and groups could sponsor one or more Thanksgiving food boxes by providing the items needed below. Your donated items can be left in bags, boxes, etc. in the church lobby (in or next to the collection box) no later than Sunday, November 15. We’ll ensure the food items are packaged and that complete boxes are delivered to our ministry partners for families in need early the week of November 17. Items needed for each box include: 1 box of carrot or spice cake mix, 1 container cream cheese icing, 2 large bags (or 3 small bags) instant mashed potatoes, 2 boxes stuffing mix, 1 large can yams, 2 reg. cans green beans, 2 reg. cans corn, 1 bottle juice, 1 bag dried beans, 1 can cranberry sauce, 3 packets (or 1 jar) turkey gravy, 2 boxes macaroni and cheese, 1 - 2lb. bag brown sugar, 1 large package cookies, 2 boxes Jiffy Cornbread mix, 1 box hot cocoa packets, 1 bag mini marshmallows, $20 gift card to Kroger (to purchase turkey). Please do not add additional items. Please contact Ed Mell at emell72@bellsouth.net or 849-2751 regarding what you can provide.

Operation Christmas Child Is Coming to Immanuel!

ECHO Student Ministries will be participating in Operation Christmas Child this year. We will be collecting small gifts for boys and girls ages 0-17 that will fit into a shoebox. Suggested items can be found on the Gift Suggestions Website.

If you would like to contribute to the program, please bring in your items and place them in the box across from the office. Questions? Please reach out to Emily Winter at 901-626-9912 or winteremilyl@gmail.com.

Thanks for a Great Oktoberfest Celebration!

A beautiful autumn day was the perfect backdrop for the Mid-South District’s 60th Anniversary Oktoberfest celebration, hosted at Immanuel last Saturday, October 24. Food, children's activities, music, colorful costumes and lots of fellowship made it a memorable day for all. The event also presented an opportunity to support Immanuel's special community partner, Neighborhood Christian Centers (NCC). Numerous congregations donated creative themed baskets for a live auction that raised over $2,400 for our friends at NCC! The special day would not have been possible without the leadership and planning of Immanuel member Diane Reimold and an amazing team of volunteers. Thank you to all! For more Oktoberfest photos, be sure to visit the Mid-South District's Facebook page.

Oktoberfest Shirts Still Available

If you missed getting an OKTOBERFEST 2026 T-shirt, you can still snag one of these colorful souvenirs! The shirts are available in adult sizes SM-3XL for just $15 each. The white Comfort Colors tee features the Mid-South District's 60th anniversary logo on the left chest and a colorful Oktoberfest design on the back. Order online and pick up your shirt at the District Office or have it delivered to Immanuel—your choice!

Honoring Our Veterans on November 11

Please join Immanuel Lutheran Church and School on Wednesday, November 11, as we honor the veterans and currently serving military members in our families and community. Pastor Duncanson will lead our Veterans Day chapel from 8:15 to 9:00 a.m. Refreshments and fellowship will follow from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. in the multipurpose room.

Veterans in our congregation are invited to attend the chapel and reception! Please RSVP to veteransday@ilsmemphis.com by November 5 if you plan to attend.

WORSHIP ON NOV. 1:

FIRST SUNDAY

8:30 AM - Traditional Worship with Holy Communion

11 AM - Hosanna Worship with Holy Communion

SUNDAY'S READINGS- 

First Reading:

Revelation 7:9-17 (preaching on this text)

Second Reading:

1 John 3:1-3

Holy Gospel:

Matthew 5:1-12

SUNDAY CHRISTIAN ED. HOUR (9:50 AM):

K-5th Grade - meets in the school's Computer Lab

6th-8th Grade - meets in the church's Youth Room

9th-12th Grade - meets in the Altar Guild Room

ADULT BIBLE STUDY meets in the school's Multi-Purpose Room

NURSERY CLASS - for ages 2-4 meets, in the Church Nursery

ECHO STUDENT MINISTRY

Junior High (6th-8th Grade) ECHO meets each Sunday, 6-7:30 PM.

Senior High (9th-12th Grade) ECHO meets each Sunday, 5-7:00 PM.

ECHO Student Ministry Leaders:

Mitch Wood - mitwood@gmail.com

Emily Winter -

winteremilyl@gmail.com

Follow ECHO on Facebook

Church Office Hours...



Immanuel's regular church office hours (when someone is guaranteed to be present) are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to noon, or by appointment.