MEMORIAL DAY IS THE DAY THAT’S SET ASIDE TO REMEMBER WITH GRATITUDE AND PRIDE ALL THOSE WHO SERVED AND DIED FOR OUR COUNTRY AND OUR FREEDOM. MAY YOUR DAY BE FILLED WITH MEMORIES AND PEACE. O God, thank you for all who serve in the Armed Forces. Thank you for all who have made the […]

Immanuel is utilizing the good stewardship of emailing information for those who have email and sending things through the United States Postal Service for those who do not have email. If you are not receiving email updates from Immanuel and would like to, please contact the church office at 815-625-3575 or [email protected]. 

Abounding peace of God to you in these days of sheltering in place and essential work. Although we are not able to meet in person, we remain a people of worship and service.  We are continuing with our partnership with St. John’s and St. Paul for virtual worship. You can call and listen to Tri […]

Immanuel has a lovely tradition of utilizing red geraniums to celebrate Pentecost and the Holy Spirit.  Altar Guild is ordering 25 geraniums from Selmi’s for Pentecost Sunday, May 31st, in the memory of all our loved ones.  They will pick up the geraniums on the 28th.  If you can assist in planting geraniums at Immanuel […]

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms and all who extend love and care to others!  THANK YOU for sharing God’s love through words and action!  O God, THANK YOU for all loving mothers and all who extend care toward others.  Though we may not be in the physical presence of our loved ones this day […]

Would you be willing to volunteer to help mow the church lawn this season?  The church has a riding mower you may use.  Please contact the church office at 815-625-3575 to sign up to mow.  Thank you for serving God and others thru mowing the church grounds.

What an unprecedented time in which we are living.  It’s important to maintain healthy practices in order to feel better mentally and physically.  This can be a traumatic time for many of us, and it’s comforting to know we are in this together.  Below are some ways to stay mentally healthy during this time: Recognize […]

You are invited to explore the Gospel text for the following Sunday with Pastor Bree on Tues. May 5, Mon. May 11, and Tuesdays May 19 & 26 at 7 p.m. on Zoom.  The link for this gathering is sent out weekly in an email blast.  If you do not have the internet and would like to […]

Thanks everyone that sent me cards during the quarantine of the virus.  It meant so much to me to be remembered.                                                                     Gerry Trieloff I want to thank everyone for food, cards, prayers on my behalf.  It has been a different experience and pray every day to get back to […]