Immanuel Newsfeeds
for the week of May 20 - May 26, 2022
Sunday Hybrid Worship, Church Announcements,
Community Events & Resources
Immanuel Newsfeeds is a weekly e-blast where you'll find the spiritual and the latest information about our church & community for the upcoming weeks. If you have announcements or news to share, send it to parish-admin@immanuelevanston.org.
SUNDAY HYBRID WORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
The Sixth Sunday of Easter
Visions abound in the readings for the sixth Sunday of Easter. Paul has a vision about what to do. John has a vision of what will be. Jesus provides visions of peace that surpasses human understanding and power beyond human imagination.
Sunday Hybrid Worship
Prelude begins at 10:20 a.m.,
Service at 10:30 a.m.
If you're joining us via Zoom and would like to participate in Holy Communion, you are invited to prepare a small bit of bread of any sort, and wine or juice if they are accessible to you, creating sacred space.

For the worship service meeting via Zoom, click on the button (or click on this bold link: https://zoom.us/j/95133316087?pwd=NmZVMW9wSHR3eUp4azFKNUZkejFZdz09)

Meeting ID: 951 3331 6087; Passcode: 461416
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+13126266799,,95133316087#,,,,*461416# US (Chicago)
Holy Communion
There are two options for receiving Holy Communion in worship.
You may pick up pre-packaged communion elements and commune in the pew, or prepare your own elements in advance if worshipping via Zoom. The pastor will say “The body of Christ given for you and the blood of Christ shed for you" following the singing of the Lamb of God.

The other option is to come forward to receive the bread from the Pastor and wine or grape juice from the Assisting Minister. The glasses will be pre-poured, with the grape juice in the inner circle and wine in the outer circle. Each person will take their own glass from the tray. The Assisting Minister and Pastor will remain masked during the distribution. Please keep in mind proper physical distance from other worshippers in coming forward and in removing your mask to consume the elements. Empty glasses can be deposited in trays on the front pews. This will be a continuous communion, standing to receive the elements.
Click for the Children's Pre-Reader Bulletin
Click for the Children's Reader Bulletin
Click for the Kids Celebrate Bulletin
Pastor Mark is on vacation until 26th. This Sunday, Pastor Michael Wonderlich is preaching. For pastoral emergency care, please contact Pastor Laura Harris-Ferree at 937-638-9333.
Coffee Hour After Worship
After the Hybrid worship, stay for our Hybrid Coffee Hour. You may remove your mask to eat and drink, and continue to socially distance. Please value this time for sharing and staying connected to our church community.
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Immanuel Community Online Directory
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Taking a Break - Feeding Our Faith Hybrid Adult Study
Resumes on Sunday, May 29th
Taking a Break - Midweek Adult Bible Study
Resumes on Tuesday, May 31st
The Talk
No, not the one from middle school, but the one with a loved one about end-of-life issues. It's a difficult task. We have ways to approach it with your loved ones.

On Pentecost, Immanuel is partnering with Grace Lutheran to present the Pentecost service and the Get Your Ducks in a Row, aka End-of-Life Seminar. Service is at 10:30 am on June 5, 2022 at Grace, which is located at South and Wesley Streets (in Evanston). There is plenty of parking.

The seminar will follow the service with a free lunch and then at 12:30 pm, the presentations will begin. It will last until 2:30 pm. It will also be livestreamed. The event is free. To register,
RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/GraceDucks or click on the button.
Community News & Resources
It’s Back – Unitarian Church of Evanston Rummage Sale
Honoring a 50-year tradition, the 2-day sale offers something for everyone.

The Unitarian Church of Evanston UCE Rummage Sale returns in May with in-person shopping at the church, 1330 Ridge Avenue, in Evanston. With a variety of items for the entire family, join us Friday, May 20, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, May 21, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

A familiar event for many rummage sale followers, the UCE Rummage Sale offerings include:

  • Clothing for men, women and children including a boutique section of higher-end, designer clothes and accessories
  • Children’s toys, games, books and clothing
  • Small furniture
  • Artwork
  • Housewares & small appliances
  • Jewelry
  • Sporting goods and bicycles
  • Our famous “Treasures” collection of better decorative and “artsy” items, pottery, collectibles
  • Food Café featuring coffee, pop, baked goods and select lunch items.

Recognizing COVID-19 safety concerns, volunteer staff and all shoppers must wear a mask in the church building during the rummage sale. Ample parking is available in the church parking lot and on surrounding neighborhood streets.
Rally Against Racism
A rally against racism was held in Fountain Square on May 16th. Immanuel stands against racism and hate and joins the demand for a safe and peaceful Evanston.

Photos by Susan Sloss
Petition for the Margarita Inn - Please Sign!

It's been in Evanston news recently about the Land Use Commission's consideration regarding the Margarita Inn. Here is an appeal by Immanuel's longtime partner Interfaith Action, in support of another of our partners, Connections for the Homeless.

Please consider signing a petition to support the purchase of the Margarita Inn by Connections for the Homeless to operate their Bridge Housing program. Throughout the pandemic, Connections heroically stepped up to provide shelter for more than 300 people experiencing homelessness. Since 2020, 184 homeless individuals have been served at the Margarita Inn, including men, women, and children. Currently, 86% are Evanston residents. We believe all our neighbors deserve a safe, stable place to call home. The services provided by Connections for the Homeless at the Margarita Inn create the path to stable housing and a brighter future. Click here to read and sign the petition. This petition is in Fellowship Hall for you to sign a hard copy.
Place Your Order for Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
Residential households in the U.S. are now eligible for another order of free at-home tests on USPS.com. Here's what you need to know about your order:

  • Each order now includes 8 rapid antigen COVID-19 tests
  • Your order of 8 tests will come in 2 separate packages (4 tests in each package), each with its own tracking number
  • Packages will ship free
Covid-19 Updates - City of Evanston
Based on the current CDC guidance, Evanston’s Health and Human Services Department recommends:

  • Wearing a mask indoors to protect those at high risk for severe illness from COVID-19
  • Wearing a mask if you have symptoms, a positive test, or have had an exposure to someone with COVID-19 
  • Socializing outdoors if possible and avoiding poorly ventilated indoor settings 
  • Getting tested before attending a family or public event. Home tests are ideal for this purpose 
  • Contacting your doctor right away to get treatment for COVID-19 if you are diagnosed 
  • Staying up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters 
  • Following CDC recommendations for isolation and quarantine, including getting tested if you are exposed to or have symptoms of COVID-19
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH
616 Lake Street + Evanston, IL 60201 + Bodéwadmiakén (Potawatomi) Territory
847-864-4464
www.immanuelevanston.org
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