SUNDAY, JANUARY 3
SECOND SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS
Livestreamed | No in-person worship
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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6
9 a.m. - Women's Bible Study - The Greatest Story. Join us for The Greatest Story as we journey with the Apostle Paul through Acts and his letters in the New Testament. Facilitated by Jennifer Johnson and Janell Weum. All are welcome.
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SALT (SENIORS)
THE QUR'AN IN COVERSATION WITH THE BIBLE
Thursday, January 7, 10 a.m.
The Qur’an speaks of Adam, Noah, Abraham, David, Solomon, John the Baptist, Mary, and Jesus. After briefly introducing the Qur’an, Dr. Penchansky will present the Qur’anic depictions of Noah, Abraham, and Mary, and their corresponding biblical texts. Details and Zoom link.
PROCLAIMING - REFORMING - CELEBRATING
On the 50th Anniversary of the Ordination of Women
Thursday, January 21, 10 a.m.
Pastor Angela Fairbanks Jacobson. More...
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CAMP NOAH FLEECE BLANKET PROJECT
Volunteers are needed to tie 25 fleece blankets for Camp Noah. Fleece is provided through 2 grants from Thrivent Financial and can be picked up at Immanuel or delivered to your doorstep. The goal is to have all blankets completed by the end of January. Details and to sign up...
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God and the Pandemic:
A Christian Reflection on the Coronavirus and Its Aftermath
Wednesdays, January 27 - February 10, 6:30 p.m.
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ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, January 31, noon
The meeting will be held via ZOOM and a link will be sent out to congregation members in January. More information...
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PROCLAIMING - REFORMING - CELEBRATING
The ELCA is celebrating:
- the 50th anniversary of U.S. Lutheran churches' decision to ordain women
- the 40th anniversary of the ordination of the first women of color
- the 10th anniversary of the ELCA's decision to officially ordain people in same-gender committed relationships.
IMMANUEL'S CELEBRATORY EVENTS
SALT: THEOLOGY OVER COFFEE
Proclaiming-Reforming-Celebrating: On the 50th Anniversary of the Ordination of Women
Thursday, January 21, 10 a.m.
50TH ANNIVERSARY BIBLE STUDIES
Wednesdays, 11 am - 12 noon, January 20 – February 10. More...
50TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE WORSHIP
January 31. Celebration & Thanksgiving for the 50th Anniversary of the Ordination of Women. More...
WOMEN'S FAITHBITS (Please submit your FaithBIT)
What women have inspired your faith? Perhaps your Sunday School teacher, your mother/grandmother/aunt/etc., female pastor, camp counselor, or friend has enriched your faith life in a particular way? Share your story with us! View this link for FaithBit submission recommendations: FaithBITs
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FAMILY MINISTRY
Resources to Support your Family's Faith: January/February
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
YOUTH & FAMILIES
Refuel Resumes, Wednesday, January 6, 6 p.m.
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TEEN'S MENTAL HEALTH & THE PANDEMIC
Monday, January 11, 7:30pm
If parenting teens wasn't already challenging enough we now add a pandemic and distance learning to the mix! Our teens and their families are experiencing challenges that can become overwhelming.
Kay Kinkel (MA, MSW, LICSW) will present on:
- caring for your teen's mental health
- watching for warning signs that may require professional help
- coping mechanisms
- faith and hope in the tough times
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PLEDGE '21
We respond to God's generosity with our pledges. You can:
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SUMMER '21
WYOMING OPTIONS
Week 1: July 17 - 24
Backpacking | Day Hikes | Family Camp Details
Week 2: July 24 - 31
Backpacking | Day Hikes | Fishing OR Backpack 10 miles/day Details
FAMILY CAMP INTEREST MEETING
Wed., Jan. 13, 7:15 p.m.
Family Camp is for families with children/youth and families without children - this is for anyone who'd rather not hike the backcountry or do long day hikes but would still like to enjoy the Bighorn mountains in July! Participants can come for a few days or the whole week! More information. Join us for the Interest Meeting! Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 839 0275 5645, Passcode: 100797
BWCA - MEN's TRIP
August 15 - 21
Paul Van Fossan and Martin Rathjen are planning a men's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Trip next summer. Details are still being developed and will be available online: www.immanuel.us/adults/men-bwca
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WEEKLY FAITH HABITS
December 27 - January 2
SHARE: Share highs and lows for the past year and prepare to welcome a new year. Share hopes and dreams you have for yourself and others, and how you will work to bring about those blessings.
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Adults & Families:
Children's & Family Resources:
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Pastor Paul: 952.240.4275 | Pastor Angela: 715.209.6895
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