WELCOME SUNDAY
Sunday, September 12
One worship service under the tent outdoors! Details
8:45 a.m. - Music begins
We follow up worship with our CHURCH PICNIC. Stay for food and fellowship after worship and enjoy burgers, hot dogs, chips, potato salad, bars, and water or lemon-aide. Food will be plated for you to take outside.
Volunteers needed to grill, help/serve with the picnic and cleanup. Signup.
|
|
GARY THRASHER'S RETIREMENT
We will acknowledge Gary Thrasher's retirement on Welcome Sunday, September 12, under the tent outdoors.
|
|
Easing of some mask requirements (Sept. 7 update)
- Masks are not required at the Bingo Benefit or worship on Welcome Sunday.
- Masks will still be required in Sunday School for children and all teachers and helpers as those under age 12.
- Confirmation students, Student Leaders and Confirmation Guides will be masked when indoors and masks will be optional when meeting outdoors.
- Masks are strongly encouraged for all those who cannot be vaccinated or are otherwise at risk.
|
|
FAITH FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES
MONDAY WOMEN'S BOOK STUDY
Mondays, Beginning September 13, 10 a.m.
The Prayer and Praise women's weekly study group will meet in the church backyard (weather permitting) or indoors in the library. This fall we will discuss the book Abuelita Faith: What women on the margins teach us about wisdom, persistence and strength, by Kat Arnas. (Here's the link with info about the book and with many options for purchasing it). Please purchase your own copy of the book in the format you prefer. Questions? kim@immanuel.us
MEN'S TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY
Beginning Tuesday, September 14, 7 - 8 a.m.
|
|
WEDNESDAY WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11 a.m. beginning September 15
Close Encounters of the Jesus Kind: Studies in Luke
This bible study facilitated by Jennifer and Janell will explore how Jesus continues to meet us today and what that reveals about his faithful love for us. More ...
WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY: GENESIS TO REVELATION
Professor Craig Koester
Wednesdays, Beginning Sept. 15, 6:30-7:30pm
Enjoy a spiritual and intellectual adventure like no other in GENESIS to REVELATION which offers a comprehensive, book-by-book analysis of the Bible from the fascinating perspective of literature and narrative.
In-person and an online option available! More ...
MEN'S THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY
7 a.m. at the Chanhassen Legion, with Pastor Paul.
|
|
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
Beginning September 15
6:00pm - Refuel: a 20-minute, in-person, livestreamed (and on demand), mid-week, informal worship, refueling youth and families to care and serve.
Wednesday evening meals will not be served at Immanuel just yet. We are hoping for meal service to return when it is safer to do so.
|
|
VIRTUAL GALAS
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) of MN Celebration for Changing Lives
Redeemer Center for Life Virtual Gala
so that we can connect online during the event!
|
|
We are a congregation that is: Called to care. Sent to serve.
SUNDAY SERVICE PROJECT FOR FAMILIES/INDIVIDUALS
Sunday, September 19 - in between services at Immanuel
Sign up as a family or as individuals to complete a quick hands on service project.
Supplies will be pre-boxed and complete with instructions. Pick up your box after 10am and complete onsite at church - either outdoors (masks not required) or indoors (masks required). Sign up to serve.
DIAPER SQUAD
Support our partner Redeemer Lutheran as they help with a food shelf in their neighborhood. Donations of diapers, baby wipes and sanitary pads are needed - these items are in high demand for families accessing food shelves.
QUILTING GROUP RESUMES
Thursday, September 9, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Our quilting group, The Piecemakers, will start their next season of assembling quilts on Thursday, September 9. Volunteers work from 9 - 1 on a “come when you can” basis. If you can tie a knot, you can quilt! We welcome new volunteers. Learn more...
MEALS FOR RANDY RYSKI FAMILY
Immanuel member diagnosed with ALS
If you are interested in helping the Ryski family by this simple gesture click HERE for more information.
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP:
Current service opportunities are posted on the "Serve" page of our website. |
|
NEW MEMBER WELCOME
Friday, Sept. 17, 7 p.m.
If you'd like to take the next step in your relationship with Immanuel by becoming a member please contact marykay@immanuel.us. |
|
SALT (SENIORS)
RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUE & OPTIONAL MUSEUM TOUR
Thursday, September 16
9:30 a.m. - Coffee and connecting
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - A Russian travelogue presented by Carol Rudie, outreach educator from The Museum of Russian Art. Carol has led several trips to Russia and is very knowledgeable about both art and Russia.
- In-person and Zoom options available.
- Lunch is not included.
1:30 p.m. - Optional tour of The Museum of Russian Art
|
|
Dear White Peacemakers
October Book Discussion
Dear White Peacemakers, by Osheta Moore, is a breakup letter to division and a love letter to God’s beloved community. Drawing on the Sermon on the Mount, Spirituals, and personal stories from author, Osheta Moore’s work as a pastor in St. Paul, you are invited to enter into this story of shalom and join in the urgent work of peacemaking.
- Limited copies of the book are available in the church office for $16 or order a copy online.
- Book discussion dates will be scheduled in October.
-
Sign up online.
-
Contact kim@immanuel.us with your questions.
|
|
TABLES OF 8
You are invited to a table of 8!
After this year and a half of social distancing our connections need to me made new and Tables of 8 is a wonderful opportunity to do just that!
- Groups of 8 people gather four times a year to share a meal and build relationship with one another.
- For each meal a host is selected and people take turns bringing different portions of the meal,
- A wonderful way for couples and singles to meet new people and build deeper, more meaningful relationships within the congregation.
Kick-off gathering: Sept. 26, 4 p.m. (even if you can't attend the kick-off you can still participate!). More and to register...
|
|
Dear Immanuel Members,
Thanks to your generous contributions to the Building Up capital campaign, we were able to install new windows in the sanctuary (the lower windows on the north and east sides of the Sanctuary). The windows were beginning to degrade and the wood was becoming soft and rotting in many areas. All the lower exterior windows were replaced with quality commercial aluminum windows and they are an appealing upgrade to our sanctuary.
Respectfully, Mark Arvidson (Properties Chair)
|
|
YOGA
Mondays, 6 - 7 p.m. in Luther Hall
beginning September 13
Take time each week to stretch, breath, de-stress & enjoy all the benefits of yoga. All abilities are encouraged to join us! Tara Murphy will be back leading classes in-person and she is excited to see new & returning faces! Cost is $45 for 6 week session or $10 for drop in classes. Contact Tara to register: taramurphy3@gmail.com.
|
|
FAITH AT HOME
September 12 - 18
Faith Resources for Adults & Families:
Faith Resources for Children & Families:
|
|
Pastor Paul: 952.240.4275 | Pastor Angela: 715.209.6895
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
