Discovering Kindergarten
Sun., Feb. 2, 1-2 PM
Prospective Immanuel Kindergarteners and their parents will explore the classroom and meet the teacher. Children will enjoy story time while parents are invited to a Q&A about our Kindergarten program. One child’s name will be drawn to receive the story time book and a stuffed character from the story! Please RSVP to Rebecca Bello, Admissions Director, at
rbello@immanuelbatavia.org
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Stop by or Share with a Friend--Touring Tuesdays!
Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, between 9:30 AM and Noon
See what Immanuel’s preschool is all about! Tour our school, meet our teachers, and see our classrooms. Bring your questions—and share this opportunity with a friend! Private or evening tours are available by appointment. Contact the school at
school@immanuelbatavia.org
or 630 406 0157.
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Principal's Corner
by Donna Laughlin, Immanuel Lutheran School Principal
It’s the time of year when our students participate in several academic competitions—a great way to glorify God with the their gifts talents! Two weeks ago we held our annual Geography Bee. Congratulations to finalists G4-8: Angelo M., Isabella T., Linnea P., Clara B., Bryan L., Julia S., Julia V., Nick F, and Matthew P. Our champion was Gabe S, G6.
Last week was our annual Spelling Bee. Congratulations to our G4-8 finalists Mason A., Greyson G., Ava A., Clara B., Madeline C., Nathan A., Evan B., Rose D., and Colleen S. Champion was Luke F, G6. He has the opportunity to advance to Kane County Regional Semi-Finals of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Our Math Club is starting and will compete at IMSA in March.
Our students continue to learn about their relationship with God through prayer. Our middle school students shared with Mrs. Bierlein that they love Immanuel and would love for others come to our school so that they can have the same experiences and opportunities. Mrs. Bierlein suggested that they pray about that, and they did. We’ve recently added a couple of new students to our middle school, and each time students made a comment about how they saw that God really does answer their prayers.
In Wendy Nelson’s preschool 4s class, the Star Student of the Week gets to sit in the middle of the rug, and everyone else in the class places their hands on the Star Student or a nearby friend. Together they pray over the Star Student, thanking God for that friend. If the Star Student does not care to be touched, the closest-sitting friend can lay their hands on the rug next to the Star. Mrs. Nelson then talks with her class about how we are all connected as we pray to God.
Mrs. Suydam noticed the article in New & Notes about praying every day at 1 PM for one minute for one person. She was concerned that it might be difficult to continue after Christmas vacation because she teaches at that time. However, God revealed to her that she could simple pause for one minute at 1 PM and pray with her class. At first, she began the prayer and then the class finished with a silent prayer. However, her students soon wanted to begin the prayer time themselves with prayers for each other, as well as family and friends. Mrs. Suydam says that listening to their prayers and hearing the confidence in their voices as they talk to our heavenly Father is very uplifting. These are the moments that remind us of how truly blessed we are to serve in a Lutheran school!
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Compassion
Jesus' suffering, death, and resurrection are the ultimate example of compassion. As His followers, we are called to follow His example and to be deeply concerned for one another. Stephen Ministry provides compassionate Christians an opportunity to use their gifts in ministry. It also provides a haven where those in need can receive compassion in a confidential relationship with a Stephen Minister. If you would like to know more about Stephen Ministry, please call our Stephen Leader, Sue, at 630 844 6562.
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Bunco Night--Come Join the Fiesta!
Sat., Feb. 22, Batavia Moose Lodge
Join the fun at Immanuel’s third annual Bunco Night—this year’s theme is Fiesta! Tickets are $25 and include games, prizes, finger foods, and two beverage tickets. See Melba Layton, Megan Popp, or Kristy Joanis for tickets or email Megan Popp at
mpopp@immanuelbatavia.org
. A limited number of tickets are available—get yours today!
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Batavia Brotherhood Banquet
Tue., Feb. 18, 6:30 PM, Holy Cross Church, Batavia
The Batavia Brotherhood Banquet is a Christian, gospel-based evening of fun, fellowship, and inspiration to men living in or near Batavia. It is a unique opportunity for men of all ages to come together for one evening to share our common Christian faith and celebrate being men.
Proceeds from ticket sales support local human care agencies. Tickets are $20 and are available by seeing Terry Rueffer or Elvin Harms, or by visiting
bataviabrotherhoodbanquet.org
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Complete information on ways you can serve our community and our church and school is available at
immanuelbatavia.org/serve.
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Opportunities to Support Immanuel
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Mission and Ministry Council
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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; Bob Goetz, Treasurer; John Barry, Keith Bartelmey, Paul Dauksha, Geoff Falk, Keith Lambrecht, Amy Lewis, Michael Riddell, and Bob Schmidt.
Reach out anytime to Congregation Chairman Dan Nottke
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Fri., Jan. 31
4:30 PM Varsity Girls Basketball Tournament, Zion-Marengo
Sat., Feb. 1
8 AM Men’s Bible Study, Panera
8:30 AM Varsity Girls Basketball Tournament, Zion-Marengo
5:30 PM Traditional worship, S
Sun., Feb. 2
8 AM Traditional worship, S
9:30 AM Education Hour Resumes
9:30 AM Traditional worship, S
11 AM Contemporary worship, S
12 PM Varsity Girls Basketball Tournament, Zion-Marengo
1 PM Discovering Kindergarten, 107
4 PM Middle School Night, YR
5 PM Adult Volleyball, G
6:30 PM High School Night, YH
Mon., Feb. 3
9 AM Mon. AM Bible Study, FH
6:30 PM GriefShare, 114
7 PM Mon. PM Bible Study
7 PM Troop 12, FH
Tue., Feb. 4
9:30 AM Tue. AM Bible Study, FH
1:30 PM Ministry Director meeting, HR
6:30 PM Heaven Bible Study, FH
7:15 PM ILCS Foundation Board meeting, HR
Wed., Feb. 5
8:50 AM K-8 Chapel, S
9 AM Wed. Women’s Bible Study: Experiencing God, FH
6:30 PM Confirmation
Thu., Feb. 6
6 PM Children’s Choir, MR
6:30 PM Thu. PM Bible Study, HR
7 PM Christus Choir, MR
Fri., Feb. 7
2:30 PM Winter Pep Rally, G
4:30 PM Immanuel Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament, G
Sat., Feb. 8
8 AM Men’s Bible Study, Panera
9 AM Immanuel Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament, G
5:30 PM Traditional worship, S
Sun., Feb. 9
8 AM Traditional worship, S
9:30 AM Education Hour Resumes
9:30 AM Traditional worship, S
11 AM Contemporary worship, S
12 PM Immanuel Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament, G
4 PM Middle School Night, YR
5 PM Adult Volleyball, G
6:30 PM High School Night, YH
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The Word of God is at the foundation of all we do.
We welcome and equip people to follow Christ and live authentic faith.
We are a family that demonstrates our faith in Christ
by the way we love, support, and teach one another.
Developing Today’s Disciples
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Church 630 879 7163, 8-4 PM
School 630 406 0157, 8-4 PM
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