Emmanuel Lutheran Church
A Caring Family Sharing God's Love and Forgiveness
Fort Wayne IN 46802
(260) 423-1369
"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God..."
- Ephesians 2:8
| Parish Notes January 15, 2012 |
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SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES MEET 9:15 -10:15 A.M
You will still see many of the same familiar faces, as our teachers are enjoying your children so much! We have the rooms marked with their new age groups. We’re looking forward to smaller classes and more one-on-one time with your children. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kristen Labahn at klabahn@frontier.com.
We are looking forward to a fantastic 2012 in Sunday School! We would love to see the smiles of more children, as we continue to learn, grow, and make friendships. Make it your family’s New Year’s commitment to be a part of our ministry. It’s never too late to come to Sunday School, or invite a friend!
BIBLE CLASSES MEET 9:15 -10:15 A.M.
BIBLE STUDIES OFFERED DURING THE WEEK
THE JANUARY NEWSLETTER is available for pick-up at each entrance into the church, Brandt Hall and the Welcome Center. You can also access the newsletter online through Emmanuel’s website at www.emmanuellutheran.org.
THE FORT WAYNE LUTHERAN JANUARY ISSUE is available in church and the Welcome Center. It is also available on the FWL’s website, www.myfwl.org.
PORTAL OF PRAYERS for the winter quarter are available at the entrances into church. One per family please. Thank you. EMMANUEL’S MINISTRY PLAN 2011-2012 IS NOW AVAILABLE ON LINE at Emmanuel’s website www.emmanuellutheran.org under Ministries. The booklet is also available at the entrances into the church, the narthex, Brandt Hall and the Welcome Center. This Ministry Plan is a detailed summary of our plans for carrying out God’s work at Emmanuel during the 2011-2012 ministry season.
PRAYER CHAIN—If you would like to send a prayer through Emmanuel’s Prayer Chain, you can do so by calling Eva Mueller, 436-2885, or e-mail her at evamueller@comcast.net. CUP OF KINDNESS boxes can be found near all the entrances to the sanctuary. The money collected is added to monies given by The Lutheran Foundation through Lutheran Social Services and given to families who have crisis needs. Several of our own families have benefited from this fund. Please share your quarters or dollars as you are able.
PARKING AT WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY—Due to growing attendance in our worship services, parking will be available for all our weekend worship services at Washington Elementary school in the parking lot on Rockhill and Jefferson, next to the playground. If you are able, please consider using this parking option so that those who have a need to park next to church are able to do so. We thank Washington Elementary School for graciously opening their campus to us.
CHILDREN ARE TO BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT if they need to leave church for any reason. Thank you.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR CHURCH CONTRIBUTIONS—1) If you use the blank contribution envelopes found in the pew Friendship Pads, please be sure to write your name (first and last) on the envelope or your contribution number so that your contribution is recorded properly. 2) When you make a contribution and list it on the “OTHER†line of your contribution envelope (or if you use the blank contribution envelopes found in the pews Friendship Pads), please designate in writing to what fund you would like that contribution to be directed. Thank you for your faithful support of Emmanuel’s ministry.
WHERE TO FIND:
PRAYER OF THANKS FOR WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES—Thank God for the following anniversaries. Ask God to strengthen these couples in their faith toward Him and in their love for each other.
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE FOLLOWING BIRTHDAYS!
MISSION CONTRIBUTIONS FOR TONY BOOKER—All individual monies pledged to Tony and Connie should go directly to LCMS World Missions in their name. The Emmanuel Finance Committee has no way to accurately keep track of pledges. Emmanuel congregation has pledged $10,000 for 2012. All monies given after December 31, 2011, designated for Tony and Connie, will go toward fulfilling that pledge.
4TH ANNUAL SWEETHEART DINNER DANCE—Emmanuel’s Senior High Youth would like to invite you to their 4th annual Sweetheart Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 11th from 6-9 p.m. in the gymnasium. It is sure to be a night of fabulous food, fellowship, and dancing. Even if you are not a dancer, it is a great opportunity to enjoy a night out with your Valentine and get to know the youth of Emmanuel. Proceeds from this event will help offset costs of their summer servant event to Logan, West Virginia. Tickets may be purchased in the Welcome Center between worship services on Sundays, after worship on Saturday evenings, or in the church office throughout the week. Cost is $30 per couple which includes dinner, childcare (children’s meals included), and entertainment.
SENIOR LUNCH BUNCH—Our January LB will be held on Tuesday, January 17th. Our guests for the day will be Kathy Morse and Sharon Dorsen from the Fort Wayne Parks and Rec. They will be bringing us information about the wonderful activities at the Community Center as well as travel plans coming up. Fellowship time begins at 11:00 am with lunch following at 12:00 noon. Cost for the meal is $7.00. This is an opportunity for anyone in the congregation 50 years and older to join us for a wonderful lunch...with dessert... and a great time with fellow members...consider joining us if you have not come before.
GRIEF SUPPORT will meet on Wednesday, January 18th at 12:30 p.m. at Hall’s Gas House, Superior Street. For reservations, please call Esther Miller, 422-0859 or Mary Louise Spice, 432-1210.
Youth News...
Senior Youth—9th, 10th, 11th and 12th Graders
SNA will meet on Sundays, Jan. 15th, 22nd, and 29th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Act. Ctr. CHARIS HOUSE—WOMEN’S RETREAT—We would like to invite the congregation to be part of one of our service projects for the Women's Retreat in February. We will be collecting items needed at Charis House, a Fort Wayne shelter for Women and Children experiencing a homeless crisis. All Charis House programs are free of charge and attend to the whole person, meeting spiritual, emotional, physical and educational needs. We feel it is an honor to have this opportunity to reach out to other sisters experiencing a time of difficulty. The following is a list of items we will be collecting...you can drop the items off anytime in the boxes located in the church narthex or the Welcome Center.
Thank you in advance for your generosity toward this outreach.
The Women's Retreat Team
WOMEN’S RETREAT—Please make plans to attend the 2012 Women's Retreat at the "Farmstead Inn" in Shipshewana, IN. The retreat begins on Friday evening, February 17th and draws to a conclusion with worship on Sunday morning. You won't want to miss this weekend of spiritual growth, fellowship, laughter and fun with other women of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Cost runs between $110 - $235; depending on your rooming choice. This price includes two nights stay, breakfast buffet both days, Saturday evening banquet, snacks and materials. Registration forms are available in the church narthex or the Welcome Center. Our presenter this year is Connie Denninger. Connie is from Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Springfield, VA. Connie is a Pastor's wife and mom to 3 adult daughters who are all Lutheran School teachers. Connie has taught school from preschool to high school. She loves to see the ways a creative God has made creative people. Connie has been in parish ministry for almost 30 years. In 2012 she will graduate with a Masters in Church and Community Leadership. She is also the sister to our member, Teresa Davis. Her presentation will be on Living Life as Prayer. If you have questions about anything please contact Jean Light at 403-2561 or jblight747@msn.com. We look forward to a very blessed weekend with YOU! Registration deadline is Monday, January 16th...so don't delay!
ARE YOU READY FOR SUMMER? Winter is not yet upon us and yet it is time to start praying for next summer’s Block Party! A Coordinator is needed for this event; please prayerfully consider becoming involved. Pray that God would direct the person He has in mind to come forward. If you are interested or have questions about coordinating the Block Party, please contact Cathi Counterman cathicounterman@yahoo.com or 241-0952. COOKIE DELIVERY #37—One more box of delicious cookies was delivered to the construction crew on Wednesday along with the following message: How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and fitting to praise Him! (Psalm 147:1) We give thanks for the skill and expertise God provided through all of you.
FOOD BANK—To provide basic needs for those who visit our food bank in January, we request donations of cereal, soup, canned fruits and vegetables, spaghetti and spaghetti sauce, macaroni and cheese and juice. They can be placed in the “Food Bank†box located in the Welcome Center. Cash donations may be placed in your church envelope and marked “food bank†on the “other†line. During construction, members may call Lana Hille at 423-1369 any weekday for assistance.
TABLES FOR SALE—We currently have 7, eight foot and 3, six foot, wooden folding tables for sale at $10 each. If interested, please call Randy Thompson at the church office, 423-1369.
KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE—Are you looking for a place where your child can receive sound academic instruction in a safe, Christian environment? Emmanuel-St. Michael Lutheran School would like to partner with you as your seek the best educational options for your child. Learn more at the Kindergarten Open House at our Getz Road Campus, 2131 Getz Road at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25th. Teachers will interact with the prospective students and free childcare will be provided for siblings.
MARCH FOR LIFE—The Allen County Right to Life will host the 37th Annual Rally and March for Life at 12 Noon, Saturday, January 29th at the Scottish Rite, 431 W. Berry Street. The Rally will feature comments from Third District US Congressman Marlin Stutzman and Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller along with other pro-life elected officials. The keynote address will be delivered by Father John Raphael.
LIFE SUNDAY—Donations of baby items are being requested for the baby shower that will be held on Life Sunday, January 22nd. We accept any new or gently used baby items that will be given to the crisis pregnancy centers in Fort Wayne. Your donation(s) can be brought to the church anytime during office hours and placed in the bin located in the Welcome Center. Thank you for your support.
10TH ANNUAL ALLEN COUNTY RIGHT TO LIFE LEGISLATIVE ACTION FORUM, Saturday, January 21st 9-10:30 a.m. with doors opening at 8:30 a.m., at Concordia Theological Seminary, Wyneken Hall, room 8 with Pro-life legislation briefing by the Indiana Right to Life Policy Director, Legislative Panel featuring Indiana Senate Pro-Tem David Long joined by Senator Jim Banks and Rep. Kathy Heuer and Rep. Bob Morris. Also on the panel will be a member of Congressman Marlin Stutzman’s staff, significant time for Q & A and you can speak informally with elected officials. Coffee, juice, and rolls will be provided. This event is free but reservations are necessary. Call 260/471-1849 by January 18th or email: judy.feichter@ichooselife.org.
THE LUTHERAN HOUR airing on WOWO 1190 AM on the dial at 11:05 a.m. as well as WFCV (1090) Sun.-3:30 & 7 p.m.
WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS—Sundays at 6:30 a.m. on WPTA-TV Ch. 21; Sundays at 8:00 a.m. on FiOS Ch. 9, Digital 33.2, Comcast 252; Sundays at 11:30 a.m. on WINM-TV 10, 12, 38; DirectTV 377; DishTV 63/7442; Sundays @ 4:00 p.m. Comcast Ch. 55 & FiOS Ch. 25; and Mondays at 10:00 a.m. on Comcast Ch. 55 & FIOS Ch. 25.
LAST WEEK’S CHURCH ATTENDANCE
LAST WEEK’S SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASS ATTENDANCE
The Stewardship of the Church
Christian Stewardship is managing all of life and life’s resources for God’s purposes.
EMMANUEL’S MINISTRIES The contributions made to “Emmanuel†support the ongoing mission and ministry efforts of Emmanuel congregation.
To meet our anticipated expenses for 2012, $24,000 per week is needed.
BUILDING FAITH Gifts given to "Building Faith" are applied exclusively to Building Faith campaign.
DISTRICT AND SYNOD The contributions designated for “District and Synod†are sent to the Indiana District of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod and are used for local, national and world mission efforts.
CUP OF KINDNESS The money contributed in the “Cup of Kindness†boxes is distributed by Lutheran Social Services to local families who have crisis needs.
STEWARDSHIP MOMENT—Second Sunday After the Epiphany 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 As Epiphany Christians we are reminded that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. Just as Jesus showed His divine nature through miracles and works of love so we are also equipped by the Holy Spirit to show our Christian love and stewardship through works of love! |