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November is Native American Heritage Month
Evanston is home to the
Gichigamiin Indigenous
Nations Museum, devoted exclusively to the
Indigenous people of the Great Lakes region. Gichigamiin means “Great Lakes” in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe). 3001 Central Street in Evanston. 847.475.0911
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"Faith That Feeds"
We believe that faith should feed and nurture our spirits.
We believe also that faith should lead us to feed people
in the many different ways they hunger,
both physically and spiritually.
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Immanuel Newsfeeds
for the week of November 6 - November 12, 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.
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The Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Service at 10:30 am
| | Today the prophet Amos calls for justice to roll down like waters. Paul urges us to encourage one another with the promised coming of the Lord. Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids. Surrounded by the faithful of every time and place, we celebrate Christ’s coming in our midst in the word of life and the feast of victory—the marriage feast of the Lamb. | | | |
Sunday Worship
Prelude begins at 10:20 am
Service at 10:30 am
Pr. Michael Wonderlich will be preaching. Masks are optional during worship. For the livestreaming Worship service, you can join by clicking on the button below. The Worship bulletin is also available.
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Feeding Our Faith will return next Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
Pr. Mark will speak on his experiences while he was in Palestine. Click here to learn about upcoming topics on our website.
Join our Adult Discussion Class on Sunday mornings. Gatherings include viewing short
videos and lively discussions. You can participate either in-person (Fellowship Hall) or via
Zoom.
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Memorial Service for Mark Wickard Huffman
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10:00 A.M.
Immanuel Lutheran Church Sanctuary
A Service of Thanksgiving for the Life of Mark Wickard Huffman (June 17, 1952 - October 28, 2026) will be held on Sat., Nov. 14, 2026 at 10:00 am in the Immanuel sanctuary. Mark is the husband of Barbara Huffman, both who have been regular worshippers at Immanuel. Barbara serves with Table Preparation duties on the Worship & Music Committee. Please click here to read Mark's full obituary. We will miss Mark's quiet presence. Memorials may be made to Bright Focus Foundation, Clarksburg, MD for Macular Degeneration research.
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Organ Scholar Recital
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 3:00 pm
Immanuel sanctuary
Gege Bi, the Graduate Student Awardee of Immanuel's Organ Scholar program, will perform on Sat. Nov. 21, 2026 at 3:00 pm in the sanctuary. Gege, under the supervision of Professor David Higgs, is currently a master student majoring in organ performance at the Eastman School of music. Born in a musical family, she learned to play the piano at the age of four and started to perform on the stage regularly at the age of five. After her concert, she will be presented her award by the Music Outreach Committee, followed by a champagne reception in Fellowship Hall. Admission is free. Your family and friends are cordially invited to hear this talented musician!
| | Pr. Mark & Susan Sloss send their greetings from Palestine while on their trip with Bright Stars of Bethlehem. They delivered the many books Immanuel members donated to the Dar al-Kalima University Library. Dar al-Kalima University is the first institution of higher education in Palestine focused on the performing arts, visual arts, and cultural heritage. Pr. Mark & Susan visited the campus and Dr. Mitri Raheb, University President, accepts books from Pr. Mark. | | |
Elora Kloster - Artist on Display
Three Crowns Park Gallery
2323 McDaniel Ave, Evanston, IL
Ongoing until November 21, 2026
Since her face-painting days from a few years ago, Immanuel's oft-Assistant Minister and Acolyte Elora Kloster has been busy creating other art works. Curated pieces are on display at the Three Crowns Park Gallery. The show is open to the public; gallery hours are 7:00 am - 10:00 pm.
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Community News & Resources | | Lutheran Campus Ministry at Northwestern U. (LCMNU) Trivia Night Fundraiser! | | | |
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Veterans Day - To Our Veterans - Thank you for your service.
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