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Week of November 1, 2020
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- This is All Saints Weekend
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Donate items for the Blessing Bags for Center for Hope and Coffee Talk.
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Tuesday, November 3: Kathy Anderson Buechner 101 book study
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Thursday, November 5: Thursday Together with Pastor Hall, Zoom 10:00am
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Registration now open for In-Person Worship the weekend of November 7-8
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All Saints celebrates the baptized people of God, living and dead, who are the body of Christ. As November heralds the dying of the landscape in many northern regions, the readings and liturgy call us to remember all who have died in Christ and whose baptism is complete. At the Lord’s table we gather with the faithful of every time and place, trusting that the promises of God will be fulfilled and that all tears will be wiped away in the new Jerusalem.
From Sundays and Seasons
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Good News
Beginning Sunday, November 8, the 11:00am worship service will resume at Emmanuel! This will allow us to safely seat additional worshipers as members and guests return to paradise for the winter. Note that this worship service will follow the same safety measures as the other in-person worship services, including pre-registration and the other guidelines outlined below.
Reminder: Please wear your Name Badges when attending worship so we know who you are while wearing your face masks!!!
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In Person Worship Update...
11:00am Worship being Added Starting Nov 8th
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Here are a few reminders for you when coming to worship:
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Be diligent with the 6 feet social distancing requirements - do not crowd pews. This applies everywhere in the building and in the parking lot.
- Remember to use the hand sanitizer available in the narthex or pews.
- Please do not stop in the narthex or inside the sanctuary doors to visit. We would like everyone to have a seat in the sanctuary as quickly as possible when arriving.
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We ask for your patience with exiting. Please have a seat after the pastor has ended the service and wait for the ushers to dismiss your row. They start at the back of the sanctuary. For everyone’s safety and proper distancing, follow the ushers instructions.
- We have increased our allowed attendees per service.
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Please note:
- When you receive the text message to register - it is a general announcement text.
- IF YOU HAVE PROVIDED YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION ALREADY, YOU NEED DO NOTHING except select the service, the number attending, and the names of others attending.
- When registering for services, please make sure that only one member of your family registers. That way more seats remain available for others to attend.
- Ushers DO NOT need to register.
Thanks so much!
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Gib Howell and Frank Rauch.
There will be a private service for Bonnie Suomi, who passed away earlier this year, on Saturday, November 7th, in our Inurnment Garden.
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Sharon Woldt
Bruce Bergen
Fred Yeadon
Laura Halpen
James Yunker
Rob Thompson
Leonard Qualtiere
John Dilks
Dave Heckler
Larry Archer
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Pastor Charles Anders
John Wolf
Tom Franciso
Salvador Amati
Ty Jodouin
Sharon Robinson
Mildred Cairns
James Trent
Jim Gross
Paul (Woody) Woodward
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Bob Miller
Pastor Paul Winemiller
Donald Amundsen
Bonnie Suomi
Dick Quinn
Claire Johnson
Judy Arnett
David Mihay
Jeff Bowers
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A slideshow of loved ones who have passed will be shown during the services this weekend. |
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THURSDAY TOGETHER with Pastor Hall
Novmber 5 @ 10am
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Join our community of faith for conversation around the gospel for the week. This is a thirty-minute Zoom dialogue with Pastor Hall based on the gospel. There is a short litany followed by the reading and open discussion on the text for the following Sunday's worship. It is a time to see faces and an opportunity to connect-up with members of Emmanuel.
Topic: Thursday's Together
Time: Thursday, November 5 @10:00am
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 923 5128 1523
Password: 999623
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Donate to Emmanuel's Dream Walk Team!! |
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Help All Children Have Sweet Dreams! |
Emmanuel has a team of walkers participating in the Family Promise Virtual Dream Walk. To donate or find out more about the "Emmanuel Walkers" contact Karen Storey or click the link below.
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Last weekend - please donate for those less fortunate |
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The time for collecting annual Blessing Bag Donations from our congregation has arrived. Emmanuel has been so very generous in giving in past years.
This is the last weekend to drop off donations in the Narthex.
These bags are assembled for Coffee Talk and The Center Of Hope. The past 2 years we filled over 100 bags, and the need is even greater this year. A list for suggested donations is available on the Narthex Table including personal necessities, dark washcloths & socks & non perishable individually wrapped food. (No beverages & no chocolate bars or soft candies). Click Here for a checklist.
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In Recognition...Kris Bowker...25 years of service |
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Kris Bowker has served Emmanuel for 25 years!! As Minister of Music and Worship, Kris has been playing the organ and piano, directing choirs and handbells, organizing the details of worship and handling all kinds of other tasks that make worship at Emmanuel so beautiful and beloved. Join us at worship (virtually or in person) this weekend (Oct 31 & Nov 1) as we share our gratitude for her dedicated service. |
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Saturday is the last day to order! |
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The 2020
Emmanuel Pandemic Cookbook
The cookbooks are $8.00 each and contain over 150 delicious recipes from some of
Emmanuel’s finest cooks!
The cookbooks will make wonderful Christmas gifts for family and great hostess gifts over the holidays.
To order you may email or phone :
847-975-0198
OR
941-882-3089
Make sure to give them your contact information and
how many cookbooks you'd like to purchase in the email.
Payment will be made when you pick up your order.
ORDERING DEADLINE IS THIS SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 31ST
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God's blessings to Len & Jane Shaw as they move to Iowa. |
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The Dorcas Circle will begin meeting with limited numbers on Monday's, starting November 2nd at 9am. If you plan to attend or have questions, contact Jackie Miller at bobjackie2@yahoo.com or 941.488.7176. |
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This was in AARP, and I thought it was very appropriate for many of our members. The title was “8 Questions Every Snowbird Needs to Ask During Covid-19 Era.”
1. What are your individual risks for staying put or going south?
2. What is going on with the number of cases at your destination?
3. How will you get there…fly, drive, hotels, etc.?
4. Are there any quarantine restrictions at your destination or along the way?
5. Are you healthy enough to travel?
6. Do you know where the closest hospitals are at your destination, and what their reputation, or bed capacity is?
7. What about cleaning when you arrive, especially if it’s a rental?
8. When you get to your snowbirding spot, then what…can you go to restaurants and bars, what are mask rules in the area, can you get together with friends, etc.?
All very good and thought-provoking questions.
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Honor or Remember a Loved One |
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There are openings in November and December for Altar Flowers, at a cost of $30, and for the Eternal Candle, at a cost of $10. If you are interested, click one of the links below to sign-up. Then e-mail your dedication to info@emmanuel-elca.org with the subject "Altar Flowers" or "Eternal Candle" . Your payment may be mailed or placed in the offering plate. Please include a note with each for Altar Flowers or Eternal Candle and the date. Payments are due as soon as possible.
The sign-up for 2021 will be available at a later date.
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Church Women United Gathering |
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Invites you to
World Community Day
Friday, November 6, 2020 at 12noon
Englewood United Methodist Church
700 E Dearborn St, Englewood
We'll be meeting at picnic tables in the pavilion behind the sanctuary. Bring a sack lunch and drink. Masks required, social distancing practiced, and hand sanitizer will be available. Come share what you have been doing during the quarantine!
Please bring a canned good for the Salvation Army. For further information contact Judi Johnson at 616-299-0759 or judiajohn@aol.com
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Stewardship Emphasis for November |
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OUR MINISTRIES NEED YOUR HELP!
Click on the buttons to complete your virtual copies of the 2021 Time & Talent Sheet and/or Pledge Card by November 8th, Consecration Sunday. If you prefer a paper copy of these forms, they are available at the table in the Narthex. Any completed paper copies may be returned by mail or placed in the offering plate as you enter worship.
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Outreach Emphasis for November
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Who's VISION is to support all people to be recognized as equals at home and in their community.
Loveland Center provides life skills development programs that:
- Promote daily life skills such as self-care and personal development;
- Improve independent living skills such as money management, community access, and home management
- Strengthen employment skills that can lead to building a successful career, thereby leading to increased independence and self-reliance.
Through each of Loveland's programs, individuals are educated and supported to live as independently as they can, as well as inspired and encouraged to become active members of their communities. Individuals, regardless of their abilities, can discover untapped potential, build self-confidence, and further develop skills that will last a lifetime.
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The Blessing of the Pets was held in the front parking lot last Sunday, October 25th. Click here to see more pictures of the Pet Blessing on our website. |
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Thank you so much for your continued support. Because our friends at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, we can continue to provide the opportunity of great futures to our club members. We appreciate all that you do to help the youth of Venice. Stay well! |
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November 1st
All Saints Day
Revelations 7:9-17
Psalm 34:1-10,22
1 John 3:1-3
Matthew 5:1-12
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November 8th
Consecration Weekend
Amos 5:18-24
Psalm 70
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Matthew 25:1-13
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Devotional/worship: Sunday Worship is available on Facebook and Emmanuel's website. Thursdays Together with Pastor Hall is accessible through the Zoom link above. All previous worship services are also available by clicking on the Vimeo logo in the upper left corner of the posted video on the website.
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Emmanuel Contact Information |
Cell Phone for Emergencies: 612.840.7798
Pastor Darrington: Visitation Pastor: 920.309.0879
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Emmanuel Lutheran Church
790 Tamiami Trail S
Venice, FL 34285
info@emmanuel-elca.org
941.488.4942
Office Hours: M-Th,
8:30am-12noon
Closed Friday
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