Worship This Weekend
Reminder!
All indoor services require registration prior to attending. This is to ensure the safety of our worshippers, volunteers, and staff. Please visit immanuelbatavia.org/indoor to register for the services of your choice. Thank you!
Holy Communion
The private Holy Communion time frame has changed to 11:30-12 PM on first, third, and fifth Sundays. Members will now register for the one event on the appropriate Sunday. A maximum of 20 individuals can register. Register at immanuelbatavia.org/indoor.
Covid protocol information is available here.
Give Online
There are two options for giving your offering while we worship online. The first is on Realm at onrealm.org/immanuelbatavia/give/onlineworship. This is a public link, so everyone can make a gift without logging in. The second is to text this symbol $ and the amount of your gift to 630 528 0328. You will then receive a link to provide card information and complete the process.
Monthly financial reports are emailed to individuals who request them. If you would like to begin receiving this information, please contact Bob Goetz, Immanuel's Treasurer, at rrg.scrap@gmail.com.
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Ministry Clarity Meeting
Mon., Mar. 1, 7 PM
This meeting is for those who would like to know what this process looks like, what and why the different parts are there, how to get involved, and ask questions. Over the last few months we were led to consider how best to discover and plan for what God is moving us toward in ministry. A significant part of this process involves focused prayer for God's guidance and vision for our future. Tony Ciro will be leading us in that effort. This will lead to calls for Prayer Team and large congregational prayer events. It also puts in place a structure to take what we are hearing from God and plan to intentionally partner with Him to make it a reality. A recording of the meeting will be available for those who are interested in learning more, but are unable to attend.
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Lutheran Schools Week 2021 |
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Lutheran schools are sharing the message of Jesus’ love with more than 180,000 students, their families, and their communities through 1,914 schools with 21,655 teachers, in 35 districts.
Our School Celebrations
Mon. - Spirit Day / Extra Recess Day
Tue. - Crazy Hair Day / All School Bingo
Wed. - Sports Jersey Day / No Homework Day
Thu. - Tropical Day / Teacher Swap Day
Fri. - Comfy Day / Chick-Fil-A Day
Annual Fund Drive 2021
While the cost of a Christian education at Immanuel is within reach for most families, it may keep others from being able to provide a faith-based education for their children. All donations received during the 2021 Annual Fund Drive will go into our Tuition Assistance Fund, enabling us to serve even more children and their families. Complete information is available on this flyer. Donate online at bit.ly/3sjlQQu.
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Lent and Easter at Immanuel |
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Red Letter Challenge
On Sundays during Lent [Sun. at 8 and 10:30 AM] Immanuel is participating in the Red Letter Challenge. Developed by Zach Zehnder, the Red Letter Challenge is designed to help you develop the rhythm of a follower of Jesus—being both a hearer and a doer or what God says. Christians can have good intentions, but intentions without precise aim at Jesus always lead to unintended consequences.
Sun., Feb. 28 - Being Everything flows out of who you are and who you become when you spend time with God.
Sun., Mar. 7 - Forgiving Everyone is in desperate need of God’s grace, receiving God’s forgiveness and learning how to forgive others.
Sun., Mar. 14 - Serving Gratitude for what God has done leads you to serve Him. While serving others won’t save you, it just might save someone else.
Sun., Mar. 21 - Giving Learn that Jesus challenges you to be generous. Just as you serve as a response to God, you give because God gave to you.
Sun., Mar. 28 - Going Jesus offers a way of life filled with adventure, mission, and purpose; and He’ll be there right beside you.
Books and other materials are available before and after in-person worship services or stop by during the week to pick up your copy in the church office. Cost is $15 each.
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Through Their Eyes
Pr. Eric Kennaugh and Immanuel member Bill McLane will provide brief Lenten devotional videos that will be available each Wednesday at 1 PM at immanuelbatavia.org/watch. These videos will highlight the events leading up to Christ’s crucifixion through the eyes of those involved.
Wed., Feb. 24 - Caiaphas and the Christ Take an inside look at Jesus’ response to the High Priest’s acerbic questioning.
Wed., Mar. 3 - Herod and John’s Cousin On the heels of Herod’s rather tempestuous relationship with John the Baptist, witness firsthand how he interrogates John’s cousin, Jesus.
Wed., Mar. 10 - Pilate and the King Take a closer look at how this man sealed Jesus’ fate by his lack of courage.
Wed., Mar. 17 - Satan and God’s Champion Take this incredible opportunity to witness Jesus’ descent into hell to do battle with the Evil One—the Devil himself.
Wed., Mar. 24 - The Father and His Son Witness the risen Christ entering the gates of heaven to celebrate with the Father His triumph over sin, death, and the power of the Devil.
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Holy Week and Easter
Learn from Jesus how best to prepare for this singular day, the day our salvation was secured through His suffering and triumph.
Mon.-Fri., Mar. 29-Apr. 2, 7:15 AM, Sanctuary Holy Week Devotions
Thu., Apr.1, 4 PM and 7 PM, Sanctuary - Maundy Thursday worship with Holy Communion
Fri., Apr. 2, 4 PM and 7 PM, Sanctuary - Good Friday worship
Sun., Apr. 4, 7 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM, and 1 PM, Gymnasium - Easter worship with Holy Communion
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Order Easter Lilies
1 Stem - $10, 2 Stems - $18
Order Easter lilies in memory or in celebration of a special person[s] or event. The lilies will beautify our Easter worship, then take them with you after services. Order slips are outside the church office under the flower calendar or at bit.ly/3qJ4FHW.
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Conversation on Biblical Sexual Ethics
Fri., Mar. 12 and 19, 6:30-8 PM, Multi Purpose Room
Join the Big Questions Bible study group and Master of Arts in Bible and Theology student Justin Clavet for a two-part conversation on the biblical sexual ethic. The first session on Fri., Mar. 12 will introduce the concept of a biblical ethic and cover the subjects of man, woman, marriage, and divorce. The second session on Fri., Mar. 19 will cover the subjects of sexual immorality, contemporary application of biblical law, and our hope in the Gospel.
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Summer 2021 Registration is Open
Walcamp is a year-round Christian ministry in Kingston, Illinois offering camp programs for youth, families, and groups. There is something for everyone: youth camps, day camps, weekend family camping, and programs for persons with special needs. Walcamp is a great place to experience fun camp activities, build new friendships, grow stronger in your faith, and enjoy God's glorious creation! For complete information visit walcamp.org.
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Feed My Starving Children
Fri., Mar. 19, 9-11 AM
We know how COVID is effecting us in the US; the impact for developing countries is tragic and the need for food is great! To learn more or sign up, please email Linda Fass at fasslinda@yahoo.com.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank
Tue., Mar. 9, 6-8 PM
Sixteen Immanuel members braved the bitter cold, wind and snow to help serve our hungry neighbors in Northern Illinois. Our group packed 4,468 pounds of food, which will provide 3,723 meals! Sign up to help by contacting Bill Pietsch at bdpeach@me.com.
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Lazarus House
Fri., Mar. 19
The March meal is available! If you and your family or ministry group would like to prepare and deliver the meal on Mar. 19 between 4:30 and 6:30 PM, please contact Lori St.Vincent at lstvincent@immanuelbatavia.org.
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Worship Anew
Donations of $25 ensure this program runs on BATV for one week. Sign up calling the church office to support this community service.
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Candy Donations Requested
In preparation for our children's Easter event, we are asking for donations Dum Dum suckers, milk chocolate Hershey Kisses [no nuts], Starburst candy, Smarties, and Tootsie Rolls. Collections bins will be made available in the church and school lobbies. Thank you!
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Amazon Smile
Make a difference this Christmas. Shop for gifts at smile.amazon.com/ch/36-2683484 to generate donations for Immanuel Lutheran Church and double your gift giving! Thank you for supporting our ministries using AmazonSmile. Track your personal impact throughout the year at your My Impact page.
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Box Tops for Education
Our school recently received $79.80 in Box Tops funds for the period Mar.-Nov. 2020.
Here's how it works: buy Box Tops products, scan your receipt, and earn cash for our school! Visit BTFE.com/emailgroceryreceipts to learn how to earn box tops on your online grocery purchases. Thanks you!
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Immanuel Church and School Spirit Wear
Whether an Immanuel Eagles fan or a church member who would like to proudly wear our colors, there is something for everyone! Items are either screen printed or embroidered. The link to shop and order is stores.inksoft.com/ilbspirit/shop/home.
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Matching Gifts
Immanuel recently received a $923 check from the United Way of Metro Chicago. This unexpected gift was a pleasant surprise. I reminds us that many corporations participate in matching donations to churches and private/parochial schools. To learn more, please contact your company's financial office or Karen in Immanuel's financial office at finance@immanuelbatavia.org.
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Scholastic Books
Order reasonably priced books through Scholastic books online earn free library and classroom books for Immanuel! Visit clubs.scholastic.com/home and be sure to use Immanuel's code: 2KI7W. Book orders are due online on the second Thursday of each month. Questions? Contact the school office at school@immanuelbatavia.org.
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ShopWithScrip
Support Immanuel and save money on everyday purchases! ShopWithScrip® allows families to do both while purchasing items such as gas, groceries, and clothing. Retailers offer a rebate percentage and 55 percent of it goes to ILCS and 45 percent is refunded to purchasers at the end of the school year. A list of retailers and sign-up instructions are available at shopwithscrip.com. Use the Enrollment Code 96A591B555773. Signing up for PrestoPay allows purchasers to receive gift cards immediately and with no need to write and drop off a check. ShopWithScrip Dates: Mar. 8, 22; Apr. 12, 26; May 10, 17.
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Supporting Safety
Safety protocols are also being put into place in church settings, including clear acrylic barriers on the pipe organ and piano in the balcony. If you are able and feel led to do so, please help offset these additional costs by clicking here.
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Thu., Feb. 25
6:30 PM - Thu. PM Bible Study [Acts], Fellowship Hall
7 PM - Forming, Multi Purpose Room
Fri., Feb. 26
6:30 PM - Fri. PM Bible Study [Big Questions], Fellowship Hall
Sat., Feb. 27
8 AM - Men’s Bible Study, Fellowship Hall
Sun., Feb. 28
8 AM - Worship, Gym
9:15 AM - Discovering Immanuel, Multi Purpose Room
10:30 AM - Worship, Gym
1 PM - First Communion Class, Sanctuary
6:30 PM - High School Night at Immanuel, 254
Mon., Mar. 1
6:30 PM - GriefShare Online
6:30 PM - Belonging Study, Multi Purpose Room
6:30 PM - Middle School Night at Immanuel, 254
7 PM - Troop 12, Fellowship Hall
7 PM - Ministry Clarity Meeting,
Tue., Mar. 2
7 PM - Student Ministry Leader Study, 254
7 PM - Youth Praise Band Rehearsal, Sanctuary
Wed., Mar. 3
8 AM - School Chapel
9 AM - Women’s Bible Study, Fellowship Hall
1 PM - Online Lenten Devotions
Thu., Mar. 4
6:30 PM - Thu. PM Bible Study [Acts], Fellowship Hall
7 PM - Forming, Multi Purpose Room
Fri., Mar. 5
6:30 PM - Fri. PM Bible Study [Big Questions], Fellowship Hall
Sat., Mar. 6
8 AM - Men’s Bible Study, Fellowship Hall
Sun., Mar. 7
8 AM - Worship, Gym
9:15 AM - Discovering Immanuel, Multi Purpose Room
10:30 AM - Worship, Gym
11:30 AM - Private Holy Communion, Sanctuary
1 PM - First Communion Class, Sanctuary
6:30 PM - High School Night at Immanuel, Youth Room
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Church 630 879 7163, 8 AM-4 PM
School 630 406 0157, 8 AM-4 PM
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