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Fri., Feb. 22, 2019

Bunco Night is This Saturday!

Bunco Night - Tickets ALMOST SOLD OUT!

Sat., Feb. 23, doors open 6:15 PM at the Batavia Moose Lodge

This fellowship event was such a hit last year, we’re doing it again! There's still time to get your team together and practice your shake. Contact Megan Popp at mpopp@immanuelbatavia.org or 630 879 7163.

Meet Matt!

Sun., Feb. 24, 5-7 PM

Immanuel is hosting an informal Student Ministry meet and greet to provide an opportunity for middle school and high school students and parents to get to know Matt Cassidy, our new Director of Student Ministries, and each other, a little better.

Please plan to participate in this fun opportunity to exchange ideas and enjoy fellowship together. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Principal's Corner

Here's what's been happening at

Immanuel Lutheran School!

· Our varsity boys basketball team placed third in their bracket at the Christ-Peoria tournament.

· Our fifth graders had their monthly visit with residents at The Holmstad. They interviewed residents and wrote friendship poems about them, and then everyone played Uno together.

· Our middle school students held their monthly Sweets for Sudan bake sale. They have raised $658 so far this year and are working towards a $1,200 goal to build wells in drought-stricken Sudan in conjunction with a novel they read for literature class.

· I enjoyed reading to our Preschool Enrichment class and playing a couple of rounds of Number Crash with our first graders. It was a ton of fun!

· Our PTL sponsored Teacher Appreciation Week. Our teachers were pampered with a catered lunch, continental breakfast, Snackfest, Barista Day, swag bags, and chair massages. Many, many thanks to those who loved on our teachers and staff!

Immanuel Lutheran School Cheer Team to Participate in State Competition

The ILS cheer team will be first-time participants in the thirty-fifth annual Illinois Lutheran Sports Association State Cheerleading Championship that will be held Fri., Mar. 1, 2019 at Concordia University in River Forest, Illinois at 6 PM. Video of last year’s State competition is available here .

Nine of the cheerleaders will represent Immanuel-Batavia at the State competition: Tessa Lejeck, Jane Acuna, Julia Schoppe, Julia Viehweg, Jorie Anderson, Kayleigh McLane, Olivia Groetken, Colleen Siemann, and Sarah Jerdee. The team is coached by fifth grade teacher/assistant principal Penny Suydam and parent volunteer Melissa Lejeck.

In addition to their regular practices and game commitments, Immanuel’s State cheer team has participated in additional practices for this competition since last September. They will compete against last year’s winning team from Zion Lutheran School in Belleville, Illinois, along with several other schools. “The girls have really worked hard on lifts and extensions. This year we added an extension and our dance moves have increased in difficulty. We also added more tumbling than we have had in the past,” Coach Suydam shared.

When asked for her thoughts on this new level of competition for Immanuel students involved in this sport, assistant coach Melissa Lejeck said, “I would like to say that these girls have been working hard at mastering their stunts this season. I am very proud of them for all their hard work and am looking forward to our upcoming competition. It’s been such a pleasure working with them!”

Willy Wonka, Jr.

Please click the image above, download, and print a copy (or three!) of the attached poster or pick up hard copies in the school office or the church lobby.

Then take these posters to businesses your family supports and request that they support your school production.

Thank you!

BY KARINNA POPP

Immanuel Lutheran School-Batavia is proud to present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, Jr. on Fri., Mar. 8 at 6:30 PM, Sat Mar. 9 at 6:30 PM, and Sun., Mar. 10 at 2:30 PM. Tickets for the performances are $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for students and children under 5 are free. Tickets are at lsbatavia.seatyourself.biz .

This is a wonderful, wallet-friendly event for the whole family! Wi lly Wonka, Jr. is based on the Feature Film Directed by Mel Stuart released in 1971. The

production being presented by Immanuel has been adapted for students, but features classic songs from the 1971 film such as Pure imagination ,The Candy Man , and I’ve Got a Golden Ticket .

This is the third annual spring musical presented by Immanuel Lutheran School. Last year Kindergarten-Grade 8 students presented Disney’s The Lion King Jr. ® to rave reviews from parents, congregation members, and the community. By popular demand, a third performance has been added to this year’s show.

Willy Wonka, Jr. is directed and produced by parent volunteers Bill McLane and Rebecca Bello. immanuel’s Director of Family Ministries, Kari Larsen, is coordinating choreography and ILS music teacher Grace Politowicz is guiding students through the often complex musical numbers. Students not only perform in the show, but will be working with the Director of Marketing and Communications to coordinate and implement the marketing plan, with Technical Director is Heather Davis on set design and construction and the technical aspects of the production.

You are invited to enjoy this uplifting and heartwarming production of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, Jr. at Immanuel Lutheran Church and School, located at 950 Hart Road, Batavia. Tickets at ils batavia.seatyourself.biz . Questions may be directed to the school office at 630 406 0157 or school@immanuelbatavia.org .

Explore God

Over the course of seven weeks, we’re tackling some of our biggest questions about life, God, and Jesus. Everyone is invited—this is a great opportunity to invite friends and family who are conflicted about the concept of faith. Invitation cards are available in the church lobby to help you do just that.

There is also an open discussion group exploring these questions on a deeper level. Join the conversation on Mondays at 6:30 PM at Pal Joey's in Batavia.

If you have questions, please contact Pr. Eric Kennaugh at 630 879 7163 or ekennaugh@immanuelbatavia.org .

Invite your friends!

Bible Studies - You're Invited!

The Gospel of Mark, Monday AM Bible Study, Mons. at 9 AM; Monday PM Bible Study, Mons. at 7 PM; and Early Risers Bible Study, Weds. at 6:30 AM
The Gospel Project, Tuesday AM Bible Study, Tues. at 9:30 AM, Fellowship Hall
A Heart Like His: Seeking the Heart of God Through a Study of David, Women’s Bible Study, Wed. at 9 AM, Fellowship Hall
The Holy Spirit, Thursday PM Bible Study, Thu. at 7 PM, Heritage Room
The Large Catechism, Men’s Bible Study, Sat. at 8 AM, Fellowship Hall/Panera

To learn more about Bible studies and in-home small groups,

contact Pr. Chris at cdavis@immanuelbatavia.org .

Restaurant Nights Put the FUN in FUNdraiser!

Thu., Mar. 14, Culver's 411 S. Lincolnway St., North Aurora. NO FLYER NEEDED for this Restaurant Night!

Shop and Share

ShopWithScrip ^® for 2018 2019

Raise money for ILCS and save money on everyday purchases! Shop with Scrip allows families to do both while purchasing items such as gas, groceries, and clothing. Retailers offer a rebate percentage; 55 percent of this rebate goes to ILCS and 45 percent is refunded to purchasers at the end of the school year. Email Mike Riddell with questions. Next order due date is Mon., Feb. 11.

Visit shopwithscrip.com to see a list of retailers and use the enrollment code 96A591B555773 to sign up. Signing up for PrestoPay allows purchasers to receive gift cards immediately and with no need to write and drop off a check.

>>Click here for complete information, including 2018-2019 dates

Did you know your purchases can make a difference? AmazonSmile donates to Immanuel Lutheran Church and School when you do your holiday shopping at smile.amazon.com/ch/36-2683484 .

Mission and Ministry Council

The governing board of Immanuel Lutheran Church and School is the Mission and Ministry Council, comprised of four officers and seven at-large members. the 2018 2019 members are: Dan Nottke, Chairperson; Mark Macauley, Vice Chairperson; Bo b Goetz, Treasurer; Elvin Harms, Secret ary; John Barry, Keith Bartelmey, Bob Dannenberg, Amy Lewis, Kristen Siebert, and Michael Riddell.

Reach out anytime to Congregation Chairperson Dan Nottke at chairperson@immanuelbatavia.org .