Mission & Ministry Moments "E-Version Edition" Weekend of April 14 & 15 2018

Our mission is to reach up to God; to reach in to each other; and to reach out to others.

HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE BOLD ENOUGH CAMPAIGN RIGHT NOW? ¨   Pray Daily, Dynamically, Thoughtfully, BOLDLY! ¨   Plan To Attend The Commitment Celebration Worship Weekend - RSVP via email: dhalpin@fils.org ¨   Talk With Your Family About How The Ministry Expansion Will Be A Blessing For Generations To Come!

At the heart of it, the Bold Enough Campaign is about ensuring that the work of our mission and ministry, through Worship - Small Groups – School & Family – Care Ministries – Missions will continue to impact not only our generation and the next, but people of future days who we might never meet until we are gathered together in heaven.

“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.”  Ephesians 3:20-21

REACHING UP TO GOD

GATHERINGS IN GOD’S WORD (Held At The First Immanuel Campus In Cedarburg Unless Noted Otherwise)  Sundays, Weekly  ·  9:30 am Bible Study for adults (River of Life Campus) Bible Study Topic: Living As Children Of A Generous God ·  10:10 am Bible Blast & Sermon Rewind Tuesdays, Semi-Monthly - Next Study: April 24th Bible Study Topic: The Gospel of Luke ·  2nd & 4th Weeks at 9:00 am Cami Juergensen Leads Ladies' Bible Study (River of Life Campus) Wednesdays, Weekly - Next Study: April 18th ·  9:00 am & 7:00 pm Pastor Raasch leads a Bible Study for adults Thursdays, Semi-Monthly - Next Study: April 26th  Study Topic: Dealing With Anger ·  2nd & 4th Weeks at 9:00 am Where Moms Connect (An Adult Ministry for Women of all ages) Fridays, Monthly - Next Study: May 4th ·  1st Friday at 6:00 am Pastor Raasch leads a “Breakfast Bible Study” for adults Saturdays, Semi-Monthly - Next Study: April 21st Study Topic: WHAT ON EARTH AM I HERE FOR ? (Based on Rick Warren's book "The Purpose Driven Life") ·  1st & 3rd Weeks at 7:30 am Men’s Bible Study PRAYERS FOR MILITARY AND MISSIONARIES OF OUR CONGREGATION AND THEIR FAMILIES Kristin Czisny, Tyler Schleg, Clay Felmer, Aaron McCatty, Greg Highstrom, Stephen Delcuze, Robert Brooks, Eric Albrecht. PASTOR’S PRAYER PARTNERS PETITIONS This weekly email communication outlines those for whom we pray (including individuals, families, ministries). A copy of the most recent email is also available on the information desk at FIL. SUNDAY SCHOOL Children age 3 - 8th grade are all welcome at Sunday School in the Fellowship Hall at River of Life. Students should get a snack and beverage from the refreshments available after worship and bring to class to enjoy a fun often hands-on lesson.  BIBLE BLAST Children age 3 – 12 th grade are all welcome at Bible Blast at First Immanuel from 10:10 am - 10:30 am. Children 3K - 1st grade meet in the Nursery Classroom. 2 nd - 12th Graders meet in the cafeteria and are placed in grade-level small groups for their lesson/activity. SERMON REWIND Have you ever wanted to speak up during a sermon and say, “Pastor, can you repeat that last comment, I didn’t quite get that.” How about, “I really don’t understand where you are going with this message, Pastor!” SERMON REWIND is your opportunity to do just that. Meet in the Fellowship Hall at First Immanuel from 10:10 am - 10:30 am each Sunday morning. You can get your questions answered or get a sneak peek at the sermon of that day. It is an informal Q&A-based discussion, so bring your questions and your sermon outline!  SENIOR CHOIR Rehearsals Thursdays through May 10th at 7:30 pm. For more information email Ellen at etolzman@aol.com .

REACHING IN TO EACH OTHER

HOSPITAL NOTIFICATION Please call the church office if you wish to have a pastor visit while in the hospital.

ADULT MINISTRIES

As you read these weekly articles, you’ve probably noticed the Stephen Ministry logo accompanying them. What does this logo mean? It consists of a cross with a broken person and a whole person. The broken person behind the cross symbolizes the brokenness of our lives due to our sins and imperfections. The whole person stands in front of the cross because it is only through Jesus that we are made whole. The circle symbolizes the wholeness we receive through Christ, and God’s unending love for us. We are all both “broken” and “whole” - sinners and saints - who need to hear and be reminded of God’s love for us. Let a Stephen Minister help you remember this as you are going through a tough time. Please call Pastor Reichmann at 377-6610 to request a Stephen Minister’s care. Remember to ask permission first if you would like to refer someone else to this ministry.

LWML (Meets Monthly September - May, 2nd Tuesday at 7:00 pm) Next Meeting: May 8th This meeting will include a Bible Study and installation of officers by one of our pastors, which will be followed by a lunch. LWML will be on summer vacation after this meeting and will commence again on Tuesday, September 11 th .  SWD Convention June 22nd - 23rd at the Milwaukee Marriott West in Waukesha. Register online at: www.lwml-swd.org

LADIES AID  (Meets Monthly September - May, 1st Tuesday at 11:30 am) Next Meeting: May 1st This is the last meeting of First Immanuel Ministries’ Ladies Aid before summer break. We will be blessed and enriched by a FIL Musical Preview presented by our very own school children. Bring a friend and show them how much we appreciate these children. Bring a friend and show them how much we appreciate these children. Members remember that May is 'Donation Month'. If you don't remember or know why we have this special offering please call an officer. The indoor picnic luncheon is being prepared by 'chef' Dean, your officers and committee members.

INTERGEN LIFE   Intergen Life events are open to women of all ages and are held on the CUW campus in the Friends of Concordia Room at 7:00 pm. Refreshments are provided at these FREE events. For additional information contact Bonnie at (262) 375-1786 or wtreloar@wi.rr.com .  OPEN QUESTION NIGHT On Monday, April 23rd , this popular event returns and will feature a panel with women representing at least three generations including some special guests from out of town. All questions are "ASKABLE!" No question is off the table. Questions in the past have covered life events, life’s transitions, relationships, dealing with conflict, how-do-you-cope-with? and many others. Laughs and tears have sometimes resulted, but ALWAYS great conversation. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED. Bring a friend, your daughter, your mom or cousin! For questions or if you’d like to be a panelist, contact Bonnie at (262) 375-1786 or wtreloar@wi.rr.com.

WHERE MOMS CONNECT (Meets Semi-Monthly September - May, 2nd & 4th Thursday at 9:00 am) Next Meeting: April 26th Please join our next “Where Moms Connect” session. We will focus on “ Dealing with Anger ”.  Is your anger like a tornado, storming in and then gone in a second?  Or are you like a wildfire, burning slowly and with growing intensity?  Moms will be challenged to consider the affects of their anger and learn helpful ideas from the Bible and each other on how to be angry without hurting themselves or others.  FREE CHILDCARE is provided with a bible story, craft, and snack.

Joining a ministry group is a great way to get involved with your Family of Faith!  Visit our  website  to learn more about our Adult Ministry opportunities.

REACHING OUT IN SERVICE

Give To The Mission Of The Month

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED CHILDCARE Help with childcare during Where Moms Connect sessions. If you’d be willing to help either on a regular or just occasional basis please call Jane at (262) 993-7970. A FEW MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to visit shut-ins once a month. We have several new shut-ins and could use a few more helpers to spread cheer. Call Karen at (262) 692-9227. LASATA CARE CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist their staff with simple game and craft programs. The volunteer time can be on a regular basis or on-call basis during the week or on the weekends. Please contact Teri at tzupan@co.ozaukee.wi.us for more information or express your interest. ADOPT A HIGHWAY Join in picking up trash along the one-mile section of Wauwatosa Road between Pioneer Road and Western Avenue on April 28th from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Volunteers need to be at least 11 years old or going into 6th grade. Contact Karl at kroeske@fils.org or the office for more information.

GLORY AND PRAISE There are opportunities to help in area nursing homes by assisting those in wheel chairs get to a common area for a time of devotion and singing. The next opportunities are McKinley Place April 17th 6 : 00 pm and Hamburg Home April 24th at 6:30 pm Contact Betty at (414) 702-7920 for more information.

GARDEN MINISTRY  The April meeting for the River of Life Community Garden is the 17th at 5:00 pm.  Anyone interested in being a part of our Garden Ministry should attend. We are looking for new gardeners as well as those who love gardening and want to be a part of our service activities to the community, especially the Saukville Food Pantry. Contact Teresa or Chris for more information: rolcommunitygarden@gmail.com

SHARE-A-MEAL  Bring a prepared meal to someone in need. The freezer is now conveniently located next to the Christian care center. If you have questions or would like to help cook meals contact Mary at  mary@labudde.com.

EXTRA NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES

SUMMER CAMPS    First Immanuel Lutheran School has several openings still available in the Math, Art, Volleyball and Poms camps. These camps are open to all children; see the camp for the age requirements. For more information and to register go to:  http://filschool.org/#/whats-new

Children Age 4 - Entering 5th Grade Bible Lesson ~ Crafts Food ~ Songs & More Early Bird Registration $10/Child ~ Max/Family $20   To Register Click Here

DANCE PERFORMANCE  On Monday, April 23 rd Milwaukee's Ko-Thi Dance Company will perform at the Cedarburg PAC at 9:00 am . Dedicated to preserving, promoting, & uplifting the dance and musical forms of Africa & the Diaspora, the dance company delivers an energetic, fun-filled, & interactive show for all ages. The performance is made possible through a grant from the Peace Multicultural Arts & Music Endowment. This fund enriches First Immanuel Luther School’s arts and music curriculum. The school students will attend the performance and senior citizens are invited to join them as their guests For your complimentary ticket call the school office at: (262) 377-6610. Greeters and parent helpers are also wanted to help the day of the event.

FIRST IMMANUEL'S FAMILY MATH NIGHT Please mark your calendars! This year’s Family Math Night (for 4-year-olds to 4th graders) will be held on Wednesday, April 25th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the ym. Watch for more information. If you have any questions, please contact Barb at bmeyer@fils.org .

PAPER SHREDDING EVENT The Cedar Creek and Stone Creek Associates of Thrivent Financial are hosting this for the public to help people guard themselves against identity theft. The event is free of charge and attendees are asked to consider bringing a non-perishable food donation for a local food bank. The event is Saturday, April 21st from 9:00 am - 11:00 am at the Stoneridge Office Center - South Building W67 N222 Evergreen Blvd . Cedarburg .

SCHOLARHIP MONEY AVAILABLE Each year the LWML-SWD awards scholarships to young women from South Wisconsin District who are undergrad students at one of our synodical institutions and studying to be full time church workers in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Information is available at  www.lwml-swd.org/scholarships  or on the LWML bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Applications must be postmarked by  April 30th, 2018 .

CELEBRATE SPRING Support our current 6 th & 7 th Graders as they prepare for the trip to Washington D.C.!  Beginning March 1 st and continuing through May 4 th FILS 6 th & 7 th Grade students are selling gift certificates for Groth’s Country Gardens to raise money for their 2019 Washington D.C. field trip. You may use these $20 certificates to purchase any merchandise (annuals, perennials, vegetable plants, hanging baskets, floral arrangements, etc). Five dollars of every gift certificate you purchase will help send these students to our nation’s capital. Groth’s also hosts planting classes where you can use your gift certificate. Learn more at: http://www.grothscountrygardens.com/plantingclasses.html You may also purchase the certificate in the FIL Church/School Office. Please contact Dawn Walker dwalker@fils.org or Julie Weber jweber@fils.org for more information.

SPRING RETREAT- 55 & UP Come and join us for a day of spiritual enrichment and fellowship at Cedar Valley Retreat Center in West Bend on May 9 th . For additional information call Peg at (414) 292-0744 or visit http://swd.lcms.org/category/events/

RETIRING TEACHERS   Please join us in thanking two of our dedicated and faithful teachers who are retiring after this school year!  Connie Kison has served for 29 years and Barb Meyer has served for 28 years. Their many years of dedication have been a tremendous blessing to our mission and ministry!  Be a part of the celebration of thanks for Connie Kison at a cake and punch reception in the Fellowship Hall on  Sunday, June 3rd after the 9:00 am  service.  If you would like to participate in a monetary gift to thank them , please stop by the office or donate online https://tinyurl.com/2018TeacherRetirement . Please be sure to designate to whom you are directing your gift. Donations are being taken through May 25th.

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Karen, a Certified Parish Nurse, will be doing blood pressure screening 1st Sunday of the month 8:00 am - 8:30 am at ROL .

First Immanuel Lutheran Ministries Annual Rummage Sale Thursday, June 14th & Friday, June 15th 8:00 am – 2:00 pm  Saturday, June 16th 8:00 am—Noon First Immanuel Gym & Family Life Center Cash & Carry Donation Drop-Off Information When Sunday, June 10th Noon - 4:00 pm Monday - Wednesday, June 11th -13th 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Where FIL Gym Doors Why    To support 18 teens & adults going to Puerto Rico to rebuild and cleanup after Hurricane Maria and to save for future youth gatherings.

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WEDNESDAY, April 18, 2018 First Immanuel (Cedarburg) 9:00 am & 7:00 pm Adult Bible Class 5:30 pm Faith Education Grades 5 - 8 6:30 pm Adult Bells   THURSDAY, April 19, 2018 First Immanuel (Cedarburg) 7:30 pm Senior Choir   FRIDAY, April 20, 2018 First Immanuel (Cedarburg)   SATURDAY, April 21, 2018 First Immanuel (Cedarburg) 5:00 pm Traditional Worship (w.comm)   SUNDAY, April 22, 2018 First Immanuel (Cedarburg) 7:30 am Traditional Worship  9:00 am Traditional Worship (w.comm) 10:10 am Bible Blast and Sermon Rewind 10:35 am Contemporary Worship   River of Life Worship (Saukville ) 8:30 am Traditional Worship (w.comm) 9:30 am Sunday School & Adult Bible class 10:45 am Café Worship (w.comm)

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