Asian-American, Pacific-Islander-American Heritage Month

Joseph Y. Fujikura

1922-2003

Japanese-American architect who worked with famed Modernist architect Mies van der Rohe and took over his office after Mies' death. Click on the photo to learn more from the Winnetka Historial Society.

Immanuel Newsfeeds

for the week of May 8, - May 14, 2026

Sunday Worship, Church Announcements,

Community Events & Resources

Immanuel Newsfeeds is a weekly e-blast where you'll find the spiritual and the latest information about our church & community for the upcoming weeks. If you have announcements or news to share, send it to parish-admin@immanuelevanston.org.

Sunday Worship

Prelude begins at 10:20 am

Service at 10:30 am

Masks are optional during in-person worship service. For the livestreaming Worship service, you can join by clicking on the button below. The Worship bulletin is also available.

Feeding Our Faith

Sunday, May 10, 2026. 9:00 am

Join our Adult Discussion Class on Sundays. Gatherings include viewing short videos and lively discussions. You can participate either in-person (Fellowship Hall) or via Zoom.

Ongoing - Book Discussion: Life After Doom - Wisdom & Courage for a World Falling Apart, Brian D. McLaren. Author and activist Brian D. McLaren has been writing at the intersection of religious faith and contemporary culture. In this book he engages with the catastrophic failure of both our religious and political leaders to address the dominant realities of our time: ecological overshoot, economic injustice, and the increasing likelihood of civilizational collapse. Life After Doom explores the complexity of hope, the necessity of grief, and the need for new ways of thinking, becoming, and belonging in turbulent times. It’s most helpful to read or listen to the book, but not absolutely necessary to participate.

Midweek Adult Spiritual Growth & Study

Weekly on Tuesdays, 2:00 pm-3:00 pm, in person or online.

Join us for shared discussion of upcoming worship texts. Meet in Fellowhip Hall for in-person.

Merry Month of May:

Shakespeare in Song

Tomorrow, Saturday, May 9, 2026 3:00 pm

Immanuel Lutheran Sanctuary

(also livestreamed)

Step into the world of one of the greatest figures in the English language. The Merry Month of May explores William Shakespeare’s texts and their settings in vocal and piano music. Drawing from sonnets and plays such as Othello, Much Ado About Nothing, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the program traces the comedy, tragedy, and romance inspired by Shakespeare’s enduring genius. Selections include a rich tapestry of works by Arne, Debussy, Fauré, Korngold, Prokofiev, Thomson, Jacobson, and more. 

Featuring Melissa Arning, mezzo-soprano

Kim Gunderson, soprano

Ashlee Hardgrave, soprano

James Morehead, piano

Memorial Tree Planted for Kurt & Kathy Roderer

The Roderer Family announces that a tree has been planted in loving memory of their parents, Kurt & Kathy Roderer, in Lovelace Park, Evanston.

Celebrating Pentecost with St. Paul's Lutheran Church

Pentecost is Sunday, May 24, 2026! (In two weeks.) We'll celebrate with a special, joint-worship service at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1004 Greenwood - just a few blocks west of Immanuel.

After worship service, we'll gather in fellowship at a Joint Potluck Coffee Hour. If you're able, please bring contributions of sweet or savory snacks/treats, light appetizers or finger-food, or a soft drink beverage to share. Coffee and tea will be provided.

Save the Date! Immanuel will have a table at the Interfaith Family Pride Fest!