Celebrate!
In Our Prayers
Happy Birthday to… 23-Sept: Joe Malambri, Madison Matthei 24-Sept: Ellie Antor, Beth Schneider, Georg Sinnett 25-Sept: Aliya Braband, Zach Bray, Kathy Goeddeke, Matt Green, Todd Kittredge, Troy Laws, Mia Reckamp, Melinda Schulz, Ashley Wagner 26-Sept: Courtney Ratliff 27-Sept: Jakob Martell 28-Sept: Jeri Crandall, Corinne Sieff, Beth Voyles 29-Sept: Linda Ebel, Richard Green, Traci Lutherus, Valerie Lutherus, Marlene McGinnis, Bud Parrish, Jim Schaid, Marge Wagner
Family & Friends
******************** Happy Anniversary to… 23-Sept (23 yrs) David & Debra Byrnes 23-Sept (18 yrs) Daphne & John Kmitta 25-Sept (14 yrs) Nick & Gina Gottschalk 25-Sept (14 yrs) Eric & Julie Hoberg 25-Sept (47 yrs) David & Linda Slepcevich 25-Sept (14 yrs) Larry & Patti Stech 27-Sept (10 yrs) Paul & Siobhan Albrecht 28-Sept (22 yrs) Geoff & Kathy Bach 28-Sept (27 yrs) Dan & Mary Grischow 28-Sept (5 yrs) Josh & April Reese 29-Sept (28 yrs) Tom & Elizabeth Harmon
6 pm Sat. Evening Traditional Service Historic Church 8 am Sun. Traditional Service Commons 9:30 & 11 am Sun. Contemporary Service Commons 9:30 am Sun. Sunday School, Student Ministries and Adult Bible Studies Commons Follow us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/ImmanuelCL (School) or www.facebook.com/immanuellutherancl (Church)
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Congregation, Inc.
Curtiss, Diane Dorn, Jean Glasshagel, Steve Kahl, Bonnie Kirk, Jim Lachel, Stephanie Lind, Donna Meier, Ed Nolte, Nova Nerby, Ron
Osoia, Consuela Pfeifer, Norma Popp, Lois Ringel, Richard Sciackitano, Jeff Schneiderwind, Joy Shipbaugh, Keith Stegeman, Eleanor Storz, Beverly Westphal, Robert
Military Personnel Annand, Elizabeth Bernero, Justin Bickley, Chad Blum, Todd Chan, Mike Connelly, Christopher Erickson, Brandon Fessler, Julia Hanson, Erik Helsom, Tyler Katzenberger, KC Lowe, Andrew Lucich, Russell Lyster, Geoffrey
McDonald, Matthew Neumeier, Eric Osnacz, Tim Page, Daniel Picard, Michael Reed, Bill Rizzo, Robert Shulfer, Erin Strauss, Gina Sylvester, Clayton Vargas III, Ramon Wood, Jeremy Wood, Nick Yentsch, Alex & Randy
WE PRAY — This week we prayed over the Connection Card and Chapel prayers. We prayed for Upward Ministries. We also prayed for the upcoming Family Fest, that Immanuel will be a light of Christ to the community; safety for all, good weather and attendance. We prayed for the 4th and 5th grade Sunday School classes. We prayed for those working on relief efforts following hurricane Florence; for those who experienced flooding and other devastation, including Vicar John’s friend. We prayed for the health concerns of the following: Jim Kirk, Rich Ringel, Jean Dorn, Ed Meier, Adin Olsen, Hannah & Micah Krause, Chris Becker, Stephanie Lachel, Millie Cook, Greg Smith, Angela Strauss’ dad, John, and Jamie, friend of Jan. We lifted up Mark Tieman in prayer following his amputation surgery, may the healing begin and that this trial would be used as to testimony to God’s wisdom and glory. We prayed for Tim Geschke as he spends time in Australia. We continued thoughts and prayers for Ron Kaiser and family. We prayed for our country, leadership, president and armed forces.
In Other Business Contributions: (Sept 13 — 19, 2018) Contributions: $20,308 Budgeted Contributions: $18,142 Mission - Northern Illinois District: $869 Capital Reserve: $482 City on a Hill Giving Campaign: $6,830 City on a Hill Giving Campaign (09/19/18): Participating Families: 232
“Touching Hearts and Transforming Lives with the Light of Jesus Christ”
September 23 —29, 2018
Today . . .
Total Pledged: $3,328,762 Total Received: $2,472,297 Contribution Summary: January—August 2018 Actual: $680,084
“All In: Betting the Ranch” Rev. Dr. Larry Tieman, Senior Pastor
9:30 am Education Hour
Budget: $647,700
August 26—October 7, 2018
Connecting through Praise & Worship: Saturday 6 pm: 48 Sunday 9:30 am: 211 Total: 557 Education Hour: Adults: 85
Sunday 8 am: 153 Sunday 11 am: 145
Children & Youth: 199
Sunday School (Age 3—5th Grade) Classrooms (Sign in by computer Lab) Verge (6th Grade) Room 203 Confirmation (7th - 9th Grades) Multi-Purpose Room High School (10-12 Grades) Youth Room Adult Opportunities: Starting Point
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God Connects The Power of Love (Parenting) (Missy Berg) The Book of Colossians
Library Room 204 Room 201 Music Room
Deadline: Wednesday noon Size of Announcement: 50 words or less Must Include: Contact Name, Phone &
eMail Address E-mail submissions to:
[email protected] Announcements are subject to approval, may be edited, and must be Immanuel related, reflecting the mission of the church and school. Announcements may run up to two weeks prior to an event, depending on space, calendar and timing.
FAMILY FEST SEPTEMBER 21 – 23 Carnival—Food—Bands—Games!! Worship on Sunday in the tent with lunch afterwards! www.immanuelcl.org
This Week... SUN Sept 23: FAMILY FEST 9:30 am Sunday School and Education Hour 11 am Worship—Outdoors 12 noon—Outdoor Lunch 12:30—1:30 pm — Musical Entertainment 1—5 pm Carnival Hours MON Sept 24: 7:50 am Bible Study—Library 9—11 am Prayer Shawl—The Pointe 2:30—4 pm Var Girls Volleyball Practice 4—5:30 pm JV Girls Volleyball Practice 5:30—7 pm Boys Volleyball Practice TUES Sept 25: 9—11 am MOPS 4 pm Boys VB Game at St. John, Elgin 5 pm JV Girls VB Game at St. John, Elgin 6 pm Var Girls VB Game at St. John, Elgin 7 pm Chancel Choir WED Sept 26: Early Release—1 pm (Bus Service and Extended Care available) 8 am Chapel 8:30 am WePray—Conference Room 6:30 pm Upward Meet the Team Night 7—9 pm High School Youth—Youth Room THURS Sept 27: 9:30 am Bible Study at The Pointe 2 pm Bible Study at The Pointe 4 pm JV Girls VB Game at Trinity Oaks 5 pm Boys VB Game at Trinity Oaks 6:30 pm Praise Team Practice FRI Sept 28: SAT Sept 29: 6 pm Worship—Historic Church SUN Sept 30: 8, 9:30 & 11 am Worship—Commons 9:30 am Sunday School and Education Hour
Plugging In
Plugging In
SAVE THE DATES! January 5—13—Port Arthur, Texas MISSION TRIP. Many veterans/widows/financially challenged live near Port Arthur—an area that was flooded far worse than Houston and received drastically less attention and resources. Work sites near our host, Trinity Church Port Arthur. Please pray about your commitment and watch for more info. Any questions, contact Shelly at
[email protected]. MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY — Start your week off just right! Join Laura Gilleland in the Immanuel School Library on Monday mornings for a friendly and inviting time to connect with others and dive into God’s Word. Class meets from 7:509 am each Monday that school is in session. Pop in anytime! OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE – We are looking for men, women, children, or families to serve on an usher team at weekend worship services. Families, along with children 4th grade and up, are welcome to consider this opportunity. Looking for friendly and welcoming people who can hand out bulletins, collect offering, and lead people during communion. Contact
[email protected] if you are interested. COFFEE FELLOWSHIP — Would you like to be a Fellowship host for Saturday night services? Contact Wendy at
[email protected] to volunteer!
KIDS OF THE KINGDOM — Please read over the registration information that went home last Friday and return it to school promptly. We can’t wait to see the “Kids” and have our first meeting on Tuesday, October 2 from 2:15 – 3 pm. LIBRARY CORNER — I want to thank our guest library readers who came to the library to share their favorite books with the students. Some of your favorite selections are ours as well. Recently we had two dads come and read to our students even using special voices. The students were all smiles! Please remember to take time at home to read to your student. It makes them so happy and sets a fine example as they grow to love reading books. What is your all-time favorite read aloud book? VOLUNTEER NEEDED TO OVERSEE “KEEP IT FRESH” — We need someone to take over the “Keep It Fresh” program. This position cares for, waters and feeds the plants throughout the building. Contact Mr. Bower at
[email protected] if you are interested. IMMANUEL COOKBOOK!! Immanuel is publishing a cookbook and we are looking for your recipes! Please submit your favorite recipes by following these directions: Go to www.typensave.com; User Name: ImmanuelCL; Password: rosemary713; Due: September 25, 2018 (Extended 2 days!) Don’t have a computer? Drop off your hard copy recipe to the church office. Cookbooks will be ready for delivery in mid-November, in time for Christmas gifts!
FOOD PANTRY ANNIVERSARY GALA — A gala to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Crystal Lake Food Pantry will be held on October 6 at the food pantry, 42 East Street, from 2 to 5 pm. The food pantry began in the basement of our historic church. Members of the public are invited to enjoy tours of the pantry, music and refreshments. PRAYER SHAWL will meet on Monday, September 24 from 9—11 am at The Pointe. All are welcome to join us! IMMANUEL WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB will meet on Wednesday, October 3 in the school library at 1 pm. Joey by Jennifer Marshall Bleakley is this month’s book. Please join us! 2—4—6—8 who do we appreciate? YOU! Upward Cheer has immediate openings for TWO volunteer coaches. Training materials are provided as you instruct and have fun with your squad of seven cheerleaders. Eight games, 9 practices—midOctober through mid-December. Contact Shelly Davidson at
[email protected]. GERMAN-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP FEST — October 6, 2018 10 am to 12 noon at the First Congregational Church, 461 Pierson Street, Crystal Lake. Fun for all ages! Tickets and additional information are available online at Eventbrite.com. This event benefits the Prairie Ridge German American Partnership Program Exchange Families.
NEW BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION CONTEST! — Please remember to Buy, Clip & Save those Box Tops for Education!! This is an opportunity for you to help our school earn "free" money to put towards important resources. There will be a contest for each grade that will run from 9/17 - 10/19. The class that brings in the most labels will win a donut and cider party at the end of October! Thank you for supporting our school!! IMMANUEL ATHLETICS UPDATE — Even though the volleyball season is just now getting started our (7-8 grade) Varsity girls’ team has a record of 6-1. We have a very young (5 & 6 grade) junior varsity girls team which has a 4-2 record. The volleyball season ends with a state tournament in Springfield, Illinois, November 3 & 4 for both the varsity girls’ and boys’ teams if they qualify. Basketball practice starts in early November for all students in grades 5-8. We again have a varsity girls’ team and varsity boys’ team made up of 7 & 8 graders. For all 5 & 6 grade boys and girls we also have junior varsity teams. We play games on Tuesday and Thursday nights. There are also some tournaments on weekends. The basketball season ends with a state tournament in Arlington Heights, Illinois, March 2-4 for the varsity teams that qualify. If anyone is interested in coaching JV girls’ basketball, please contact Mr. Lapp at 815-459-1444 ext. 216.
Other News TEXAS ROADHOUSE , CRYSTAL LAKE, DONATES!! Did you know that if you dine at the Crystal Lake Texas Roadhouse (Routes 14 & 31) on Sundays (any Sunday throughout the year) and show your church bulletin to your server, they will donate 10% back to Immanuel Lutheran Church! PRINCIPAL CALL COMMITTEE — The Call Committee is seeking candidates for the school principal position beginning with the 2019-2020 school year. Candidate names can be given to Julie Kearley in the office. The job description is available on our website immanuelcl.org. ATTENTION PROSPECTIVE SEMINARY STUDENTS — Have you ever considered being a pastor or deaconess? If so, Rev. Bill Wrede from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis would like to meet with you here at Immanuel Lutheran Church (library) on Tuesday, October 9 anytime between 4 and 8 pm. Rev. Wrede is interested in meeting with prospective students of all ages — elementary school through adults who are already employed in another vocation. Conferences are individual, informal, and family/friends are welcome. Reservations are not necessary, but strongly encouraged. If you are interested, please call Rev. Wrede at 314-505-7221 or email him at
[email protected] to set up an appointment. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Thanks for all the posts, cards, texts and well wishes for my birthday! I was truly overwhelmed with your kindness and generosity! God’s blessings to each of you! Pastor Tieman
How Can We Help? Rev. Larry Tieman, Senior Pastor Rev. Bob Pudell, Executive Pastor Rev. Nathan Erb, Discipleship Pastor Vicar Josh Hileman Bob Dorn, Invite Leader Sharon Tieman, Connect Leader Edward Bower, School Principal Lynette Mobley, Business Manager Julie Kearley, Office Manager Robert Blazek, Director of Music Laura Gilleland, Dir. of Children & Family Ministries Shelly Davidson, Director of Upward Sports All e-mail addresses are formatted with initial of first name, complete last name, followed by @immanuelcl.org—Example:
[email protected] Church 815.459.1441 ~ School 815.459.1444 The Pointe Outreach Center: 815.459.5907
