I mmanuel Lutheran Church E-News

Immanuel Lutheran Church
Crosby, June 2019
New Members

Immanuel welcome d new members into the family on Sunday, June 2nd. Please welcome  these new members when you see them in worship.

Iris Miller and Harlan





 
   
 
Eli, Daniella (nonmember), Emily,
Mike & Isabel McWilliams





Marlys Orr
Sue & Jack Schubert
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Mycal & Kaitlin Payne, Zachary & Gavin Hoyt,
Luc & Kiennavi Payne





Jon & Audrey Wittnebel
Pentecost Sunday


Pentecost Sunday was June 2nd. Congregation members were asked to wear red for this Sunday. A "family photo" was taken of the congregation in honor of the day.



Manna For Malawi

Manna For Malawi 2019 is only about a week away. It is on Sunday, June 23rd from 4:00 to 8:00pm at the Woodtick Inn in Cuyuna. This event will feature The Johnny Holm Band. 

Volunteers are still needed. Please sign up on the volunteer sign up sheets in the bookstore area at church.









There is a raffle for a queen bed donated by Crosby Mattress. There is also another raffle for seven great prizes. These tickets are available in the bookstore area at church on Sunday mornings and will be available at the event. There will also be a silent auction at the event.








A meal will be provided by Maucieri's Italian Bistro and beverages will be provided by Mixed Company A Kava House.

Please let all of your friends know about this great event!
Children's Ministry
by Beth Bourgeois, Children's Ministry Coordinator

Sunday School

May 19 was the end of year Sunday School party. The children gathered to sing during the 10:30 service, then enjoyed a time of crafts, games & snacks. Thank you to our Sunday School teachers for a wonderful year! Each child was given a copy of the book, "Notes From Jesus."


















 


Vacation Bible School

VBS plans are in the works! Our theme this year is Athens: Paul's Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth. We will again host a family style VBS August 5 th -8 th
from 5:30-7:00 PM. Each evening we'll gather for singing, share a meal, then break into groups for lesson, crafts & games. All are invited & encouraged to attend! Registration forms are available in the church & can be turned in to Beth Bourgeois
Glory Baptist Church in Aitkin has been kind enough to give us their VBS props & decorations in the past. They put a lot of love & hard work into this project, and so this year we would like to get a team together to help them with building these. Anyone who feels called to serve in this way can sign up with Beth Bourgeois. Workdays will be at Glory Baptist on June 17 th & 24 th , and July 1 st  & 8 th  from 4-7PM. Final touches will be done July 15 th -18 th  starting at 10AM.

CREW
by John Gordon, Youth Ministry Coordinator
Photos by Kristi Gordon


C REW ended the season with a bowling party �� at Cuyuna lanes in Crosby on May 22nd. Over 40 folks attended 15 of our Crew and 17 guests, along with our parents and loyal adults over the last year. Fun, pizza and bowling pins �� flying were the night's theme and as we have all year few words about our Savior, Lord, and King and ending together hands held praying the Lords Prayer. 


CREW will be at the Mana for Malawi ���� fund raiser helping with kid activities and selling root beer floats. June 23rd will be another day of youth service we are looking for a big presence. An outdoor barbecue is in the works for early August. 

Christ Reigns Everybody Wins!! 
















Handbell Ministry
by Judy Kirchoff, Director

The Hallelujah Bell Choir had its last spring performance on June 9.  We were challenged to get out of our comfort zone and practice a more difficult and longer piece of music.  We did well and enjoyed playing "I'll Fly Away" and hope that you did too.  
 
Our Handbell Ministry will say farewell to Gordy and Audrey Jacobson, who have been charter members of this bell choir that first began in 2009.  Thank you both for your dedication and commitment these past 9-1/2 years.  Your laughter, involvement and leadership will be missed.  Thank you for the gifts/talents that you have shared.
 
When our handbells were refurbished last winter, 13 of the handles were not replaced because they were not worn.  Thanks to a generous donation, we will replace them this summer so all the handles will have the new design.
 





Please consider attending the beginning handbell session the week of June 23.  Fill out the connection card at church or call me directly at 218-820-2802 if you would like to attend.  After a short summer break, the bell choir will return to practice on August 27.

The Chapel Chimers had their last performance on May 19th. Lydia Nelson and Ava Johnson read the scripture that day.








Meal With A Mission


The May Meal With A Mission on May 19th benefited CARE (Community Action Relief Effort).






The June Meal With A Mission on June 9th benefited  the Cuyuna Range Youth Center.

The July Meal With A Mission on July 21st will benefit Immanuel's Vacation Bible School.

Congregational Meeting

At the congregational meeting on Sunday, June 2nd the congregation heard from the feasibility team about their findings of how our building serves the mission and ministry of the congregation. Their findings showed that more space for children's and youth ministries is needed including Sunday School. They recommended an addition to the west that would have Sunday School rooms, a multipurpose room, a conference/meeting room and space for two staff members. 
The next step is for the congregation to form both a building team and a financial team. If you would like to serve on either of these teams, please contact Bob Neros, council president.

Sermons on the Web

The weekly sermons are available on Immanuel's website,   www.immanuelcrosby.org. Click on the link on the home page for the sermons.

Immanuel's Facebook Page

Check out Immanuel's  Facebook  page. Brenda Bongs is maintaining this page and is posting photos of happenings at Immanuel as they happen. If you have information that you would like to see publicized on Facebook, please contact Brenda at  buttser14@yahoo.com .

Immanuel's E-News

This newsletter  is published the 15th of every month. If you have any photos or news  items that you would like to see in the enews or on Immanuel's website please send them to  msegersten@charter.net .
 
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