Come, Lord Jesus, Come!

    The second last verse of the Bible, Revelation 22:20, says,   He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!   This is actually the last prayer recorded in Scripture. It is a pray for Jesus to come back soon. 

    Have you ever prayed this prayer? When we pray about the future we usually pray about earthly things like good health, job advancement, our children’s well-being, our financial stability. We don’t often pray for the end of the age to come quickly. But we should!

    Some might ask, “Why should I pray for this world to end when it has so much to offer? I have meaningful relationships with family and friends. I don’t want that to end!”

    When Jesus comes back to take us to heaven, He will provide us a perfect place where our relationships will be even better than they are here in this world. Imagine living in the presence of Jesus, in the perfection of heaven with all the people of faith. There will be no more sin, sickness or sorrow; no more pains or problems; no more trials or tragedies. The worse day in heaven (if there ever could be one) is better than the best day on earth. We will live the life our heavenly Father had originally planned for us. It will be better than anything we can ever imagine. The best is yet to come!

     Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!

    Take a knee and pray,   

~ Pastor Raasch

PRAYING FOR FIL MINISTRIES & OTHERS



Pray for our “Mission of the Month,” Poblo International Ministries.  Poblo is a Christian organization that is passionate about sharing the love of Jesus with Muslims and other immigrants and refugees living in the United States. Unlike in the past, American Christians do not have to go overseas to do mission work— the mission field is in our own front yard. Poblo International Ministries is responding to this change in demographics and revolutionizing the way the gospel is shared by engaging in cross-cultural missions and grassroots community outreach here in the United States and training and partnering with local churches.  

KEEPING OUR MILITARY, MISSIONARIES AND THEIR FAMILIES IN MIND



Greg Highstrom ~ Natalie Howard ~ Eric Albrecht ~ Tony Cook ~ Wally Schmidt ~ Michael Button

Kristin Czisny ~ Tyler Schleg ~ Clay Felmer ~ Aaron McCatty

PLEASE NOTE: NO KidMin at First Immanuel this Sunday, March 15th.

Take Something On For Lent This Year - Rev. Paul Kelm has put together a resource to guide our devotional lives and has graciously made them available to our congregation. Designed for one devotion a week, Paul leads us through some words of Jesus: to the calloused, to the curious, and the committed. Take some time this Lent, and spend time with Jesus by focusing on WHAT HE SAID. These resources are available at both worship locations, and will also be studied during our 9:00 Bible study at First Immanuel. You can also find them for personal use at  www.filministries.org/what-he-said/ 

LWLHS Musical - The Living Word Drama Department presents the musical, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Performances are held at Living Word on Friday, March 13 at 7:00 PM, and Saturday, March 14 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM. $7 for adults and $4 for seniors & students. Come and enjoy this year's spring musical!

Garden Ministry Next Meeting The River of Life Garden Ministry will meet Tuesday, March 17th at 5:00 pm at the River of Life Campus . Spring & summer are coming! This ministry helps support the Saukville Food Pantry by growing fresh produce to donate as well as two fundraisers during the season. We are seekers new gardeners - Please come grow with us! A 4 x 8 foot raised garden bed is yours for the season for $20. All soil, fertilizer and spring & fall cultivating is taken care of for you. Also you get access to two herb beds, garlic, strawberry and raspberry beds. Not able to garden yourself but would to learn more or just want to help with the garden ministry and support the Saukville Food Pantry contact us. Please contact Teresa at (262) 377-6610 or [email protected]

A Capella Choir Concert - On Thursday, March 19th at 7:30 pm Concordia Lutheran High School Choir in Fort Wayne, IN will hold a concert at First Immanuel as part of their spring concert tour. All are invited to enjoy an evening of music!

Confirmation Parent Meeting - Families and students getting confirmed this May should plan to attend this important meeting. It will take place in the FIL sanctuary after the 10:35 am service at 11:45 am.

Father & Kids Bowling Event - FIL Men’s Club invites Fathers and their 4K - 4th grade children on Saturday, April 4th at 8:45 am - 10:15 am & 10:45 am - 11:45 am at Cedars III to come bowling. This is a FREE event! Please join us! To register go to: https://tinyurl.com/FatherChildBowling2020

Volunteer Opportunities -

Glory & Praise - Volunteers are needed to help the residents of local nursing homes get to a common area in their facility for a time of devotion and singing. Please contact Betty at: (414) 702-7920. The next opportunity: Lasata March 24th at 3:00 pm, Hamburg House March 31st at 6:30 pm.

Altar Flowers - Volunteers are needed to donate flowers for worship each weekend. They can be in remembrance, celebration or just because! There is a sign-up board by the narthex at both campuses or contact Donna in the church office (262) 377-6610.

Mom to Mom Childcare - Volunteers are always needed while moms attend this group. If you’re willing to help (regular basis or occasionally) please call Jane at (262) 993-7970.

Saukville Food Pantry Meal - ROL/FIL is providing the meal on Saturday, March 14th. We need about 10-12 people to help with food prep, serving and clean up. Drop off food by 11:00 am and serving is 11:30am- 1:00 pm. Please contact Anne at (414) 587-5902 or email: [email protected] to volunteer to help.

Bible Study Opportunity - The Concordia Bible Institute at Concordia University Wisconsin is offering six Bible studies on various Mondays of the spring semester. These presentations are all taught by distinguished experts and are wonderful opportunities to learn more of the depth of God’s word. For more information visit  concordiabible.org   or call 262-243-4343.

Wright House Senior Groups – These groups are open to the public and FREE to join! Groups include: WEEKLY COFFEE KLATCH Thursday Mornings 7:30-9:00am ~ INDEPENDENT CARD GROUP 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 1:30-2:30pm RSVP 1 week in advance ~ Call Michelle for more information 262-834-2002

Jr. Wolves Football Team - This team is now forming for the 2020-2021. season. As a part of this team 5th & 6th grade athletes learn fundamentals and positions of the game in a safe, structured, and Christ-centered environment. Practice starts in August. Contact Cale head coach, at  [email protected] or sign-up online at  lwlhs.com   under "Future Students - Jr Wolves Athletics."

Celebrate Spring - Our 6th & 7th Grade students are selling gift certificates for Groth’s Country Gardens to raise money for their 2021 Washington D.C. field trip. The sale runs through May 18th. You may use these $20 certificates to purchase any merchandise. Purchase certificates from a participating student or the Office. Contact Dawn Walker ( [email protected] ) or Julie Weber ( [email protected] ) or call 377-6610 if you have any questions. We appreciate your support! 

River of Life Easter Choir - Practice continues Thursdays at 7:00 pm  (no rehearsal March 26th & April 2nd). Special rehearsal on Maundy Thursday, April 9th and pre-performance on Easter Sunday, April 12th. Choir is open to any and all people interested in singing joyous Easter music! All ages are welcome! Contact Jennifer with questions at (262)302-0175 or  [email protected] .  

FIRST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (FILS)  - We offer 2K - 8th grade, summer care programs, full care for early childhood students and after school care through 5th grade. To learn about the school and/or schedule a tour contact Teresa (262) 377-6610 ext. 124 ~ [email protected] ~ Text: (262) 627-9737.

Did you know that FILS is a Milwaukee & Wisconsin Parental Choice School?  Families with current students entering 4K - 1st grade as well as families enrolling new students in 4K - 8th grade should look into if they might be eligible for either program. Income eligible families who are in the program have tuition covered by the Choice Program. Learn more at:   dpi.wi.gov/choice

Summer Camps - First Immanuel Lutheran School summer Camps (Basketball, Art, Volleyball, Math & Writing) are available for children going into 1st grade - 8th grade. Register at: FILSchool.org under “Summer Camps”

Easter Flowers - Place your order for Easter Lilies and other spring flowers to grace our worship area during Easter services. Orders are due by Friday, March 20th at Noon! Order online at: http://tinyurl.com/EasterFlowers2020 or see the order 

Take Something On For Lent This Year Rev. Paul Kelm put together a resource to guide our devotional lives and has graciously made them available to our congregation. Designed for one devotion a week, Paul leads us through some words of Jesus: to the calloused, to the curious, and the committed. Take some time this Lent, and spend time with Jesus by focusing on WHAT HE SAID. These resources are available at both worship locations, and will also be studied during our 9:00 Bible study at First Immanuel. You can also find them for personal use at  www.filministries.org/what-he-said/

New Building Fundraising Opportunity

Exciting things are happening with new building project!

Click here to participate in raising funds for equipping the new building.

WEDNESDAY, March 11, 2020

9:00 am Adult Bible Study

11:00 am & 6:30 pm Wednesday Worship

5:30 pm Faith Education

6:30 pm Adult Bells

THURSDAY, March 12, 2020

9:00 am Mom to Mom

2:45 pm DC4K

4:00 pm Stephen Ministry Leaders

5:30 pm Single & Parenting

7:30 pm Senior Choir

SATURDAY, March 14, 2020

3:00 pm - 4:45 pm New Building Walk-Through

5:00 pm Dinner Auction (Shully’s)

5:00 pm Traditional Worship

SUNDAY, March 15, 2020

7:30 am Traditional Worship (w.comm)

8:30 am - 9:00 am New Building Walk-Through

9:00 am Traditional Worship

9:00 am Adult Bible Study (note NO KidMin)

10:00 am - 1:00 pm New Building Walk-Through

10:10 am Sermon Rewind

10:35 am Contemporary Worship (w.comm)

River of Life (Saukville)

8:30 am Traditional Worship (w.comm)

9:30 am Adult Bible Study & KidMin

10:45 am Café Worship (w.comm)

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