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WORSHIP SCHEDULE
May 1, Sixth Sunday of Easter
National Day of Prayer
- 8:00 AM Worship
- 9:00 AM Sunday School
- 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Bake Sale
- 10:15 AM Worship
- 12:30-2:30 PM All God's People
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Tuesday, May 3
- Open Art Studio, 7:30-9:30 PM
Thursday, May 5
- Crafters Group, 7:00-8:30 PM
- Meditation, 7:00 PM
Friday, May 6
- My Family and Me Art and Play Group, 10:30-11:30 AM
Tuesday, May 10
- Open Art Studio, 7:30-9:30 PM
Wednesday, May 11
- Lifetouch Photographs, 11:00 AM-7:30 PM (See below for more info)
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THE STEWARDSHIP OF COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
When we think of stewardship we often talk of committing time, talents or treasurers for use by the church to do Gods work. Treasures are commonly financial commitments. But at Immanuel we have another treasure to offer, the use of our building.
Have you ever thought of the use of our building as an act of stewardship? Maybe not, but Pastor Sandi and Bishop Hazelwood champion this project.
Many of us know that some people use our building to do community work now. We have meditation, art therapy, a weight loss group, a Christian centered arts program of music, dance and performance for home schooled children.
Outreach to all these nonprofit groups allows Immanuel to follow God’s command to “love our neighbors as ourselves”, and to “care for my people”. They also bring the presence of Immanuel back into the community.
Stewardship requires thoughtful management of the resources that God has given us. How would thinking about Community Partnerships, as Immanuel’s Mission, open our hearts?
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NEW CHURCH DIRECTORY
Additional Date for Photographs
Lifetouch Photography will be at ILC on
May 11, 1-8:00 PM
- There is no charge for the sitting.
- Participants will receive a free 8 x 10 photo and a directory.
- Please reserve your sitting appointment either online or on the form at the back of the church.
- If you have a favorite family photo you’d like included—rather than a formal portrait—you may do any of the following (please label names of individuals in the photo): email it to Maureen Sullivan, deliver your photograph to the office, place your photograph in an envelope in the collection plate.
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FAMILY SUNDAY SCHOOL
May 15 - 9:00 AM
Wear clothes that can get messy and meet outside at the fire pit. (Come inside if it's raining.). Bring a friend and spread the Holy Spirit like wildfire! Parents, please feel welcome to join in and experience the morning with your children.
This will be a multi sensory experience starting with listening, then singing by the fire pit. Next we will explore Gods message of Pentecost with a painting activity. If there is time we may just harness the breeze to send out some of the love within us.
Whether God comes to us with a still, small voice or with stormy winds and tongues of fire, He is inside of us. Come to Sunday School and let it shine!
Thanks to the Sunday School team and all the Immanuel members who have joined in to make this happen.
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ALL GOD'S PEOPLE
Workshop on Sexuality and Relationships
May 19 (6:30-9:00 PM} and
May 21 (9:30 AM-Noon)
Immanuel Lutheran Church
All God’s People at Immanuel is excited to host this two-part workshop.
- Part I is geared to parents and caregivers of persons with disabilities focusing on how to discuss sexuality and relationships with their loved ones. Our presenters will guide us on how to get over our natural discomfort with these conversations.
- Part II will be a private discussion for adults with disabilities of all ages to address their concerns and questions. (We will provide a room nearby for caregivers where they can relax and also be available during that part of the workshop.)
Presenters: Mary Ellen Goodwin and Rebecca Barry are Certified Sexuality Educators through Planned Parenthood. They have received certification in Human Sexuality, Relationships, and Social Skills through the Department of Developmental Services. Together, they have provided uncountable hours of training, individualized education and group sessions over the course of 8 years.
Click here for complete information including registration details.
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WHAT IS THE MUTUAL MINISTRY COMMITTEE?
The Mutual Ministry Committee is a staff support committee. The committee works to affirm and strengthen the mission of the congregation and the ministry of the staff. The process is through listening and clarifying, sharing and communicating, and reviewing and reflecting. The committee meets with each member of the staff to prayerfully and confidentially discuss the roles of the staff and the congregation in the mission of Immanuel.
Current members of the committee include Jillian Amaral, Bob Beckman, Sarah Campbell, Susan Keough, Ron Porat, Jill Richards, and Beth Wry. The congregation is encouraged to seek out a committee member with any constructive concerns or positive feedback to be brought to the meetings and handled in a confidential manner.
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Immanuel Lutheran Church | 508-222-2898 | communications@immanuellc.org | immanuellc.org
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