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February 8 & 9, 2025
Saturday
5:00pm - Informal Traditional Worship
Sunday
9:00am - Traditional Worship* (Sunday School & God Squad)
10:30am - Contemporary Worship* (Sunday School)
*Available by livestream and on-demand on Immanuel's YouTube channel.
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CHILDREN IN WORSHIP
Psalm 98:4 "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise."
At Immanuel we rejoice having children with us in worship!! Will they always be quiet and well behaved? No, but the occasional noise and activity is an important part of the commitment we make at each child's baptism to support their caregivers in faith development and teaching about worship. Thanks be to God!
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February 9-15, 2025
Faith Resources for Adults & Families:
Faith Resources for Children & Families:
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ONLINE GIVING INSTRUCTIONS
All recurring donations with Vanco have ended- switch to Amplify!
Our online service for recurring donations ENDS TODAY. If you prefer giving recurring electronic donations, you will need to set-up a quick, easy account with our new software, Amplify Giving. Once the account is set-up, you can easily add a payment method and set-up recurring donations.
Download instructions
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WELCOME OUR NEWEST STAFF MEMBER!
We are pleased to announce that the new position of Ministry Support Specialist, carefully shaped to meet our administrative and programmatic needs and to ensure healthy and sustainable financial stewardship for our congregation, has been filled. Heidi Heizman, a long-time administrative assistant at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Bloomington, accepted our offer and began her work at Immanuel on Wednesday, February 5. Please introduce yourself to Heidi and welcome her to Immanuel!
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES
We have a page on the Immanuel website dedicated to updates on the process for calling a new Senior Pastor, work currently being done, and details on celebrations for Pastor Paul. Check back frequently for updates:
SENIOR PASTOR TRANSITION
DRAFT MINISTRY SITE PROFILE
As previously mentioned, the Transition Team has been developing the draft Senior Pastor Ministry Site Profile (MSP) using the information gathered during the input sessions along with other key information about Immanuel. We are providing MSP for your review prior to the Annual Meeting on January 26, 2025. Text sections as substantially complete but some items, such as references and call committee chair, are still be finalized so you will note TBDs in those areas.
If you have questions or comments, please bring those to the Annual meeting or reach out to myself or any of the Transition Team members. It is our plan to finalize the MSP by early to mid-February. Please continue to keep the Transition team and Immanuel in your prayers during this time of transition.
-Julie Maes, Council Vice President
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FINANCIAL UPDATE as of 1/31/25
With the transition to our new software, we will not have final, reconciled income & expense reports until later in February. Thanks for your patience. If you have additional questions contact Kelly Meyers, Church Administrator.
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YOUTH REJOICE! 2025
February 22 & 23
Join us for a celebration of Immanuel’s youth and a fundraiser for our youth! It is a morning that includes a Breakfast, Silent Auction and Youth leading worship as we celebrate how Christ is at work in their lives!
- Immanuel Youth will lead worship sharing music and speaking.
- Breakfast is served 8:15-10:30am - proceeds support youth fundraising accounts. Donations are needed to offset the cost - check the board in the atrium!
Support the Silent Auction
The silent auction will also support youth fundraising accounts!
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Beginning: Saturday, Feb. 22 at 4:30 p.m. (before Saturday worship).
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Ending: 10 minutes after the 10:30 a.m. worship on Feb. 23.
- DONATIONS NEEDED
Youth Scholarship Offering
- As you leave worship on Saturday and Sunday you will be able to make an offering at the door that will go to our Youth Scholarship Fund. You can make a donation at the door with cash, check or Amplify Giving.
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If you can't attend worship you can make a donation online at any time.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 7-10th 9:00am-NOON
Optional after-care available 12:00-4:00pm
This summer we will go on the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that he is a faithful friend we can always trust. He’s our True North!
VBS is open to kids age 3 - grade 4.
Kids grade 5 - adults of any age can volunteer - register and join the fun!
Registration opens for kids & volunteers on February 1st
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MONDAY PRAYER & PRAISE
Women's Bible Study Mondays, 10:00-11:30am, March 3 – April 7
Join us this Lent in the Living Room on Mondays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. (March 3 – April 7). We will be discssing a 6-week Lenten study with Kate Bowler’s The Hardest Part. Group discussion guide found HERE.
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ReCHARGE WITH US
Wednesday Nights (Sept - May)
Schedule & Cafe' Menu
At Wednesday REcharge we gather to recharge our faith batteries, by connecting, supporting and encouraging one another. Start with a low-cost dinner and then find an education or music opportunity. Staffed nursery care is available during dinner. Kids activities are available after their choir rehearsals so parents can participate in education and music.
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HUMANITY ALLIANCE
Monday, February 10, 5-7pm in Victoria
The Humanity Alliance prepares and delivers thousands of meals each week to families in need. Most of the families are in Carver or Hennepin county, however some are in other areas also. Adults and youth can come to help prepare food. Immanuel confirmation students as well as adults have volunteered in the past, and found it to be rewarding and fun!
Volunteers can either carpool (meet at 4:30 pm in the Immanuel parking lot) or to meet at the Humanity Alliance in Victoria (arrive before 5 pm).
REGISTER
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COAT DRIVE & GIFT CARDS
Supporting LSS Refugee Services
The Refugee Services of LSS is in urgent need of winter coats and gift cards because of more refugees than originally expected. Our newest neighbors need adult men and women's winter coats. Packaged toothbrushes and full-size tubes of toothpaste are also needed. Additionally, LSS Refugee Services could use gift cards in any monetary amount from Wal-Mart, Target or Aldi to assist in procuring items for household goods. Please drop winter coats and gift cards off at church. Contact kellykautz@hotmail.com or micah.sherwin@lssmn.org with questions.
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LSS REFUGEE SERVICES NEED
Dear Partners in Welcome,
On January 24, federal funds were frozen for vital refugee resettlement services, leaving newly-arrived refugees without financial support to pay for immediate needs, such as rent, food, medical expenses and other basic needs. Since October 1, we have been working with 387 refugees who are resettling in Minnesota. We can still assist them through private funds and advocacy. Here’s how you can make an immediate impact:
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Donate: Please donate now to support the immediate needs of newly-arrived refugees: donate.lssmn.org/resettlement
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Advocate: Urge your elected representatives to support refugee programs. We suggest subscribing to Advocacy Alerts from our national partner Global Refuge (LIRS). globalrefuge.org/get-involved/advocate-with-us
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Spread the Word: Encourage others to support this urgent need. Follow us on Facebook for news updates and information about our most pressing needs.
Together, we can ensure that refugees continue to find safety, hope and a home in our communities. Thank you for your steadfast support of refugees, and for responding urgently.
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15TH ANNUAL PROP EMPTY BOWLS
Tuesday, February 18th at St. Andrew Lutheran, Eden Prairie
Bring your family and friends to the PROP Empty Bowls 2025 fundraiser! Lunch is served from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM; dinner from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Free-will donations will be accepted to support PROP’s mission to compassionately provide assistance to our neighbors in need.
Enjoy lively conversation, free food, family fun and outstanding live entertainment. LEARN MORE
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MEALTS TO GO AT SALEM LUTHERAN
Tuesday, February 18, 4:00-6:30pm
Come join our partners at Salem Lutheran Church in preparing a meal for the N. Minneapolis community! Volunteers will help with food prep alongside volunteers from Salem Lutheran Church and will help with serving meals to-go style from the church parking lot. It’s a great chance for fellowship and service!
REGISTER
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DIAPER SQUAD
Donations needed!
Support our partner Redeemer Lutheran as they help with a food shelf in their neighborhood. Details...
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LSS FINANCIAL COUNSELING
Break free from financial stress
With the right support, you can gain control of your finances and achieve financial wellness. We have been providing free, nonjudgmental support and guidance for more than 30 years.
Nonprofit financial counselors are here to assist with:
Credit Report Reviews • Budgeting and Debt Management • Debt Management Plans • Student Loan Repayment Counseling • Foreclosure Prevention Counseling • Reverse Mortgage Counseling • Homeownership Counseling
Set up your FREE appointment: 888.577.2227 or LSSFinancialCounseling.org
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COMMUNITY NEEDS
TARGET REGISTRY
An easy way to help with ongoing needs
Help supply needed items for our Ministry Partners by purchasing from our new Target online registry! Items are updated frequently based on needs and current donation drives.
Registry Link
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CARE TEAM REQUESTS
When disruptions come up in your life, we are here to offer prayer and support. For example, if you've received a new or difficult diagnosis, have a surgery coming up, a friend or loved one has passed away, or any other of life's challenges, we have volunteers who can offer prayer, meals, rides, visits, and more.
To help us better support you, a friend, relative or acquaintance, please submit a Care Team Request.
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