Eagle Info*

Thu., Dec. 6, 2018

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other

up, just as in fact you are doing."

--1 Thessalonians 5:11, ILS theme verse for the 2018 2019 school year

Christmas at Immanuel

Can you help?

Our Parent-Teacher League is looking for a few people to help set up, serve, and clean up the Cookies and Cocoa portion of the Christmas Journey event this Sunday at 3 PM. In the past, the PTL held their own event for Cookies, Cocoa, and Crafts, but this year, we are partnering with Immanuel's Family Ministry team to provide cookies and hot cocoa as part of this event. The link to sign up is the same as all other PTL events: http://signup.com/go/uCm2g5 . Thank you so much!

Book Orders Arrive After Christmas

Scholastic book orders for December will not arrive in time for Christmas. We place them on the second Tuesday of each month, Dec. 13, so they will probably arrive during Christmas break.

Lunchroom Helpers

Immanuel's Parent-Teacher League is looking for Tuesday Lunchroom Helpers for the last two Tuesdays Dec. 11 and 18. These dates were inadvertently left off the original calendar. Sign-ups have also been enabled for January-May. Thank you to everyone who volunteered September through December! There are plenty of opportunities to put in some volunteer time! Sign up here: http://signup.com/go/uCm2g5

Hot Lunch

Remember, when ordering hot lunch for the current month, you may also order for the following month. Click on Next Month to see the menu. When you click Order Lunch, you may also put in the dates through the end of the following month and place your order. Questions? Please contact the school office .

Midweek Advent Services

Weds., Dec. 12, 19 AT 2* and 7* PM

*Please note time changes!

Immanuel is offering Afternoon Tea in the Fellowship Hall after the 2 PM Midweek Advent Services. Join us for a hot beverage, a light snack, and fellowship! The 2 PM services are taking the place of the usual Wednesday morning chapel services for Immanuel students. They will worship with their classmates at this time.

Christmas Journey

Sun., Dec. 9, 3 PM

Join us for this free family event that explores the nativity. From 3-4 PM take a guided tour of Immanuel's outdoor nativity, make a craft--there are a variety of options for preschool through adult, and enjoy Cookies & Cocoa courtesy of Immanuel's Parent-Teacher League. We end with Immanuel Lutheran School's preschool students sharing their Christmas songs (4:15 PM).

Christmas Cookie Walk

Sat., Dec. 15, 4:30-7 PM and Sun., Dec. 16, 7-11:30 AM, Fellowship Hall

Take a break from holiday baking and help Immanuel’s high schoolers attend the 2019 National Youth Gathering! The Cookie Walk provides a variety of Christmas cookies at $10 for large boxes and $7 for small boxes. Proceeds help provide transportation and lodging for this inspiring triennial event. Anyone interested in providing additional support are invited to donate homemade cookies to supplement those provided by high school families. Please label Cookie Walk and bring to the Fellowship Hall kitchen after 2 PM on Fri., Dec. 14.

Events for Women

Made Matchless

Sat., Jan. 12, 9-3 PM Registration closes Dec. 20!

The average girl’s self-confidence peaks at age nine. This startling statement is the result of a study on children and self-esteem commissioned by the American Association of University Women and reported in the New York Times. Leah Tatina designed the Made Matchless curriculum as a class to help young girls learn their true value in Christ and she's now offering it as a one-day workshop for moms and daughters. Register at onrealm.org/immanuelbatavia/registrations . Cost is $30 per mother-Grade 1-5 daughter couple and $5 for each additional daughter (G1-5). Registration closes on Thu., Dec. 20, so don't delay! Questions? Contact Kari Larsen, Director of Family Ministry, at klarsen@immanuelbatavia.org .

Women's Retreat: The Five Friends Every Person Needs

Sat., Jan. 19, 9-3 PM Registration closes Jan. 12!

Author Allie Pleiter leads us through a workshop on friends and what different types of friends bring to life and work. Be inspired to gather your own “Friend Corps” for richer relationships, greater support, growth, and healthy boundaries. Cost is $30 per person and includes continental breakfast and luncheon. Register onrealm.org/immanuelbatavia/registrations . Questions? Contact Linda Fass at fasslinda@yahoo.com .

Sick Season Reminders

Be sure to review our policies regarding health and wellness on pages 10 and11 of Immanuel’s Student and Family Handbook . With cold and flu season upon us, these recommendations from the CDC are important to follow:

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
Wash your hands often to protect yourself from germs. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.

Restaurant Nights Put the FUN in FUNdraiser!

Mon., Dec. 10, 11 AM-11:30 PM at Buffalo Wild Wings, 820 Commons Dr., Geneva
Thu., Jan. 10, 5-8 PM at Portillo’s, 531 N. Randall Rd., Batavia
Tue., Feb 19, 4-8 PM at Noodles & Company, 1310 Commons Dr., Geneva

Restaurant Night Reminders

Flyers must be mentioned or shown when ordering.
Before you leave, please check your receipt to ensure Immanuel has been given credit for the sale.
Copies of flyers are in the church and school lobbies and at immanuelbatavia.org/flyers.
Online orders are NOT included in earnings on restaurant nights.

Immanuel Bible Studies: You're Invited!

To learn more about Bible studies and in-home small groups, contact Pr. Chris at cdavis@immanuelbatavia.org . Bible studies will be suspended for the holidays, Dec. 24-Jan. 2.

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 Truth Project , Tuesday AM Bible Study, Tues. at 9:30 AM, Fellowship Hall

The Armor of God, Women’s Bible Study, Wed. at 9 AM, Fellowship Hall

The Book of James, Thursday PM Bible Study, Thu. at 7 PM, Heritage Room

The Book of James, Men’s Bible Study, Sat. at 8 AM, Fellowship Hall and Panera

Luther--The Movement , Sunday Forum topical study, Sun., 9:30-10:30 AM, Library

Shop and Share

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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. The next orders are due Mon., Dec. 10 and 17. Check out this special order form ! Be sure to sign up and order online (see below).

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 .

Immanuel School Committee

Please reach out to the School Committee via the school office or through the School Comments group in the Parent Login section at ilsbatavia.org anytime with suggestions for improving Immanuel Lutheran School: Chairperson Judy Luetkens, Andrea Carroll, Larry Fass, Kendall Heetland, Sarah Murphy, and Erin Riddell.