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April 13 & 14, 2024
Saturday, April 13
5:00pm - Informal Traditional Worship
Sunday, April 12
9:00am - Traditional Worship*, Sunday School & God Squad
10:30am - Contemporary Worship*, Sunday School
*Available by livestream and on-demand on Immanuel's YouTube channel.
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CHILDREN IN WORSHIP
Psalm 98:4 "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise."
At Immanuel we rejoice having children with us in worship!! Will they always be quiet and well behaved? No, but the occasional noise and activity is an important part of the commitment we make at each child's baptism to support their caregivers in faith development and teaching about worship. Thanks be to God!
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April 14-20
Adults:
Children, Youth, & Families:
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WORK BEGINS ON SECOND COLUMBARIUM
This week the landscaping work began for the addition of a second columbarium in Immanuel's memorial garden. Columbariums provide a final resting place for the ashes of those who have been cremated and continues the tradition of many country churches which often included a cemetery on the grounds. For information on purchasing a niche please contact Funeral Coordinator, MaryKay Copp.
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ANNUAL SPRING CLEANUP
Many hands needed - May 4, 2024 8:00am-NOON
Bring some gloves, a rake, and energy to help us clean-up the grounds for spring. We will also be washing all of the windows! Come for as long as you can - all help is greatly appreciated. SIGN-UP.
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FLEECE BLANKETS FOR GRADUATING SENIORS
Help make a gift from Immanuel!
Volunteers are needed to create tie blanket gifts for Immanuel's 2024 graduating high school seniors. We provide the fleece! Simply stop by the desk in the Atrium to sign-up and get supplies. Thank you for being a part of this special tradition!
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ANNUAL YOUTH GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 4th 8:00am - 1:00pm
Start your spring cleaning and make a difference for Immanuel youth!
Funds earned from this annual sale support our youth attending life changing faith events and trips! Donations will be received beginning Sunday, April 28th. Additional donation dates and sale information available HERE (Please check the list of items we are UNABLE TO ACCEPT).
The Garage Sale is a "Free Will Donation" event. During the sale there will not be prices marked on individual items. However, we do encourage everyone to donate as they are able for goods purchased. Thanks for your donations and for spreading the word about this popular annual sale!
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VBS 2024
Registration for kids & volunteers
NOW OPEN!
We will embark on an epic underwater adventure July 8-11 as we explore a deep friendship with God at Vacation Bible School! Open to kids age 3 - grade 4 (completed). Volunteer opportunities available for kids in grade 5 (completed) to adults. Don't miss this amazing week! MORE
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SPRING CLASSES FOR ADULTS
Join us Wednesdays this spring - 6:15-7:30pm in Fellowship Hall
We have some great opportunities for adults this spring. No need to sign-up. Come a little early and enjoy dinner at the Wednesday Cafe'!
April 17: Land Acknowledgements (Deacon Savannah)
April 24th: Lutheranism 101 (Pastor Paul)
May 1st: Advanced Care Planning & Hospice (Kari Totall, Parish Nurse)
May 8th: End of year celebration (It's a surprise!)
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GREAT READING FOR SPRING
Recommendations for the Immanuel Library!
You can find these books in the bookcase outside Luther Hall. Please check them out in the library. Happy Reading!!
- Luther the Reformer, The Story of the Man and His Career
by James Kittelson and Hans H. Wiersma MORE
by William Kent Krueger MORE
by Elizabeth Letts MORE
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GRIEF SUPPORT SPRING SERIES
Mondays, April 15 - May 20, 6-8pm
St. Hubert Catholic Community, Chanhassen
Losing someone we love is one of life’s most challenging passages. Learning about this process of grief, along with sharing our experience in a caring, supportive, and confidential setting, helps us to cope and leads to personal growth and healing. The churches of the Southwest Grief Coalition are working together to provide faithful support, community, and education for those grieving. Each session includes light appetizers, speakers, and small group discussion. Register ONLINE.
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SALT (Senior Adults)
Guest Speaker Kathy Adams - A Palestinian Perspective
Tuesday, April 23rd, 10:00am at Immanuel
Are you interested in learning more about the Middle East from the Palestinian perspective? Join us April 23 for speaker Kathy Adams who has a passion for educating people about the Palestinians. She has been to Palestine 35 times, actively supports the Lutheran Church in Bethlehem, and sponsors to college students from Palestine. You will find Kathy engaging and informative! A good resource to learn more about the Middle East is the website MEPN.org. The cost of this event is $10.00 which includes lunch. Please register ONLINE.
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WEDNESDAY ReCHARGE
On Wednesday nights we gather to connect, recharge, support and encourage one another. Dinner starts at 5:15pm. Join us!
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WYOMING ADVENTURES 2024
July 20-27, 2024
Come for a couple of days or for the whole week. OPTIONS:
- Hybrid hiking/backpacking trip. $350.00 (*Children younger than 13 should be accompanied by an adult.)
- Camping at the Hettinger Group Campsite (water and outhouses) exploring day hikes. $20/night for site. Campers are responsible for site, meals & transportation.
You are invited to an adventure filled with faith and friendship, personal groth and panoramic scenery as we hike, climb, laugh and pray our way in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming. This unique experience in God's presence is evident in both people and place!
DETAILS AND REGISTRATION
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DO YOU HAVE AN HOUR OR TWO?
Become an on-call servant!
We know your life is busy but we also know you have a heart for helping others. We can help! Immanuel often has opportunities to assist with projects that require a very limited time commitment. Consider joining our On-Call Servant email list! When a need arises we will send an email and if you are available to help, let us know. It's that easy! Send an email to MaryKay in the office and you will be added to the distribution list.
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BICYCLE BILL'S BAKE SALE
Sunday, April 28th
This is Bill Middeke's 16th annual sale benefitting World Bicycle Relief. WBR was founded after the 2004 tsunami. Bicycles were given to health care workers, farmers, small business owners and students, with the emphasis on getting girls to school. Only $165 will buy 1 bicycle.
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HOPS & HOPE
Monday, April 29, 6:00pm
at Wooden Hill Brewing, Edina
Each month we will read a book and will gather at a local brewery to discuss and explore how the words we read impact the lives we live. All are welcome to join, whether you finish the book or not. March/April book: "The Planet You Inherit: Letters to My Grandchildren When Uncertainty’s a Sure Thing" by Larry L. Rasmussen
MORE
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ONWARD EDEN PRAIRIE OPEN HOUSE
Monday, April 29, 4:30-6:30pm
at the Onward house in Eden Prairie
Bring a friend! Chat with Onward board, staff, and supporters. Learn about Onward and the incredible impact on young people experiencing homelessness. RSVP required (will receive exact address with rsvp). Learn more about Onward.
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METRO BENEFIT FOR YOUTH
Tuesday, May 7th, 5:30pm at Quincy Hall in Minneapolis
Celebrate all the ways that together with Lutheran Social Services, we are reaching further to support youth and families with the resources they need to live full and abundant lives! This fundraiser will include a social hour, dinner and program, and conversations with LSS staff to learn more about the needs of metro youth. Limited space available at Immanuel's reserved table! No charge for tickets, but you must reserve space. Contact Deacon Savannah for details.
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NOON ROTARY SHREDDING EVENT
Saturday, May 4 10am-Noon, ILC West Lot
Clear out home and office clutter and support your local food shelf! Bring paper, hanging files, file folders, notebooks, envelopes and old documents. No need to remove staples, paper clips, small fasteners or rubber bands.
For a suggested donation of $10 per bag or box, your documents will be destroyed securely, keeping your information safe. (Secure shredding provided by PROSHRED). All Donations will support PROP, our local food shelf and community support organization.
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UNDIE SUNDAY IS COMING!
Collecting donations April 14 until Mother's Day May 12
"Mother always said to wear clean underwear!"
Now collecting donations of NEW underwear & socks for all genders and sizes, as well as travel size toiletry items (hotel sample sizes) for clients at Loaves & Fishes. You can also donate HERE and we will shop for you!
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DIAPER SQUAD
Donations needed!
Support our partner Redeemer Lutheran as they help with a food shelf in their neighborhood. Details...
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COMMUNITY NEEDS
TARGET REGISTRY
An easy way to help with ongoing needs
Help supply needed items for our Ministry Partners by purchasing from our new Target online registry! Items are updated frequently based on needs and current donation drives.
Registry Link
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CARE TEAM REQUESTS
When disruptions come up in your life, we are here to offer prayer and support. For example, if you've received a new or difficult diagnosis, have a surgery coming up, a friend or loved one has passed away, or any other of life's challenges, we have volunteers who can offer prayer, meals, rides, visits, and more.
To help us better support you, a friend, relative or acquaintance, please submit a Care Team Request.
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