Greetings and God’s blessings upon you and your families during these times of both challenge, but also opportunity. THANK YOU for fulfilling your commitments to the church, honoring your pledge to support Immanuel in our good works. Our financial picture continues to look good as of this writing, and it is because of all of […]
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Word from the NIS Bishop
Dear siblings in Christ, Hear the words of the Psalmist: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its […]
Read moreOffering Envelopes
You will find two offering envelopes in your offering packet for Sunday, April 12. The red border envelope is designated for Easter and will be sent to the Northern Illinois Synod for benevolence. The other offering envelope is the regular offering, and it will stay at Immanuel. Thank you.
Read moreChrist in Our Home
Connecting with each other when we are not able to meet in person is an ever-evolving journey. Please watch your mail and email for additional congregational updates and resources. If you would like a copy of April, May & June Christ in Our Home, please contact the church office and we will get one out in […]
Read moreBaptisms
A HUGE Congratulations and warm welcome to all who were baptized in March and will be baptized in April! We celebrate with the: · Leslie and Ryan Arquilla family on the baptisms of Ryan and Brant on the anniversary of Bryce’s baptism, March 15! · Scott and Nicole Bruns who will have Emelia baptized on April 26 during worship! Emelia joins […]
Read moreCouncil Highlights – March 2, 2020
1. Building Use Policy – is updated to include: For profit businesses must submit a Certificate of Insurance for their event with a $1,000,000 limit which names Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 501 8th Ave., Rock Falls, IL 61071 as an additional named insured. 2. We are celebrating the Altar Guild and all who help us worship God throughout […]
Read moreA Word from the Pastor
Beloved people of Immanuel, no matter what life feels like, God is with you and loves you completely. Each day is an opportunity to lean into God’s love, presence and grace and to allow it to be the force that drives the day. Although God’s presence, love and grace are gifts we ALWAYS have with […]
Read moreWorship with Tri Church
We are church together! Immanuel is collaborating with St. John’s & St. Paul to offer weekly virtual worship services until we are able to safely gather in person. You can call and listen to Tri Church worship each Sunday at (508) 924-5733. There is NO access code needed. You will be connected to the conference line automatically. There […]
Read moreApril Birthdays
4/02 Norden Scanlan 4/11 Eugene Brinkman (92) 4/12 Virgil Rhodes 4/27 Dale Smith
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