Mission Action Sewing ladies will be meeting on Wednesday, September 13th and September 27th at 8:30 a.m. Please join them at 8:30 a.m. until noon or part of the morning. It is a time of fellowship in preparing quilts and lap robes for those in need and much appreciated. There are many tasks to be […]
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Central Conference R e f o r m a t i o n 500 G a t h e r i n g
An opportunity to commemorate together the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation Central Conference R e f o r m a t i o n 500 G a t h e r i n g Sunday, October 15, 2017 St. Paul Lutheran Church (1701 16th Avenue, Sterling, IL 2:30 Presentation by Prof. Wanda Deifelt “The Legacy of the Lutheran Reformation […]
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Reformation 500 Celebration to be held Sunday, October 8 Immanuel Lutheran will be hosting a three-part celebration in observance of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation of Martin Luther on Sunday afternoon, October 8 at Immanuel Lutheran Church beginning at 2:30 p.m. First a video prepared by Rick Steves will take viewers to the Germany […]
Read more6-12th Grade Youth Ministries
Saturday, September 30th from 6:30-8 pm the Roth Family will be hosting a “Faith, Fire and Frolic” event at their home! You don’t want to miss this life-shaping and faith-forming opportunity! Come ready to actively engage in a variety of activities including a fire, games, a Word from Pastor Bree, snacks and so much more! […]
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Join us for an exciting year of growing in God together! Sunday School meets from 10:15-11:15 every Sunday beginning Sept. 17th! This year we will be utilizing the “Whirl” Sunday School curriculum for Pre-School-6th graders and interactive bible study. Whirl Classroom Sunday School is a Bible-based curriculum designed by Lutheran theologians with ministry experience to […]
Read moreAugust Council Highlights
Samaritan Fund Committee has proposed amounts and frequency of access along with guidelines for persons requesting gasoline, rental, or utility assistance. A Special Congregational meeting will be held after worship on October 22 to approve Constitution and ByLaw changes included as model language from the Northern IL Synod of the ELCA. Job descriptions for employees […]
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The church office is trying to collect e-mail addresses from not only the adults but the youth as well. We will be sending an email blast to everyone to inform you of any special events as well as closing due to weather. Please e-mail, call or simply write your name and e-mail address on a […]
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Does anyone have pictures to share of Pastor Hank’s farewell, Pastor Vicki’s farewell, Pastor Bree’s welcome, Pastor Bree’s installation, Immanuel’s float and/or other Immanuel parade participants? If so, please share them with Shirley Downey for the display case. Thank you!
Read moreBowlers Needed
Immanuel Bowling will begin Sunday, September 10th. This non-sanctioned league bowls at Blackhawk Lanes in Sterling every other Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. All high school age through adult are welcome. If you are interested in bowling contact Scott Attig at 815-303-9642.
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Saturday, September 9th Matthew Hicks will be hosting a Movie Night in the third floor theater at Immanuel beginning at 7 pm. All 6th-12th graders are welcome! Please bring your own beverage and a snack to share. Pool and ping pong will also be available! Come and share life and faith together!
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