We Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities to study God’s Word.

Sunday Morning (10:15am): We are studying Hebrews on Sunday morning, a “written sermon” in which the Christ is present to serve His people. Join us in hearing and studying the Word of God, currently in the midst of Hebrews Chapter 7-8.

Tuesday Morning (9:30am): On most Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. we have a Matins Service here at Immanuel.  Matins is a service of Scripture and Prayer. Following the Matins Service we have a bible study at 9:30 a.m. We are currently studying the Epistles to the Thessalonians. You are always welcome to join us when you can.

“From Age to Age the Same” is the theme for the National Lutherans For Life Conference, October 12-13 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Olivette/St. Louis, MO. Nebraska Lutherans For Life is offering scholarships for registration of $100 for adults and $50 for students. Individuals should register online at the conference website and request reimbursement from NE LFL Treasurer Shirley Liesener (1524 Rainbow Ave. Seward, NE 68434 – or – shirley.liesener@cune.org). Information on speakers, agenda, tours, hotels, etc. is on the website.

There will be a Fall Work Day at the church on Saturday, October 6, with the rain date being October 13. We will trim trees, clean out garage, and put up snow fence. We would appreciate as many volunteers as possible that day, even if it’s for a short time. We will start at 8:00 am and go as long as needed. Please contact a Trustee if there are other projects that need to be completed. Thank you for your help, Trustees.

Life Chain is scheduled for Sunday, October 7th from 2:30-3:30 p.m. This is an annual peaceful and prayerful public witness to the sanctity of all human life. Our Youth Group will be participating, and we invite the congregation to join us on the north side of “O” Street just west of 70th Street.

The ILMS has been raising funds to provide an AED for our church. On Saturday, October 6th, we will be manning an exchange point here in Eagle for the Market to Market relay race that goes from the Old Market in Omaha to the Haymarket in Lincoln. We will receive $500 for our service and the money will go towards the AED. If you would like to volunteer to assist with the exchange point, please speak with Pastor Porath.

A reminder that Catechesis Classes are on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:45 p.m

Choir will be singing on September 30. We will practice at 8:20 am on September 30. If you have any questions see Suzanne Yelkin.

Kyla Lorsenson is received as a member of Immanuel in the RIte of Confirmation today. We welcome her to God's family gathered here at Immanuel.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Ron Schmidt died this morning [Saturday, June 30th] at home, after a long battle with cancer, and recent hospice.  The Lord has taken him from this valley of sorrows to Himself in heaven.  In these days, encourage one another with the treasurers which Ron, and we, receive from our Lord Jesus Christ.  Please pray for Bev, Ronnie, Heather, Troy, and the entire family. May the Lord comfort them, and us, with "the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting."
Amen.

JULY 1ST UPDATE: The funeral service for Ron Schmidt will be here at Immanuel on Tuesday (July 3) at 2 pm, with the burial to follow at Eagle Cemetery. There will be a lunch served back here at the church, following the burial. 

Pastor Porath

The July-August-September ‘Portals of Prayer’ are available on the Guest Registration table.

If your family (or a couple of families) would be willing to mow the lawn on a particular week, please sign up on the sheet posted on the bulletin board. The church has a riding lawnmowers that can be used. If you have any questions, contact one of the Trustees.

Clara Irene Hofker (daughter of Jameson & Elizabeth) is received into God’s family today through the waters of Holy Baptism. Her sponsors are Laura and Abbigail Porath. Welcome to God’s family gathered here at Immanuel!

We welcome Ashley Heitman as our new Office Manager. She is a former member of Immanuel (Carol Boller’s daughter), and current member at Peace Lutheran (Waverly) where she is also the Administrative Assistant. Her husband is Nick, and they have two sons, JessePaul and Brody.

All requests to use the church (i.e. – the parish hall for a baby shower, civic group meeting, etc.) must be approved by the Board of Trustees. If you would like to reserve the church, contact one of the Trustees. If they approve the request, they will confirm the date is open and share the building use policy with you.
The Trustees for 2018 are: Ron Graphenteen, Tony Fulton, Bryan Manley and Marcus Schmidt. You can contact them via the church office.

Senior Dinners will be served at Immanuel on Tuesdays at noon. All seniors, age 60 and over, are welcome. Those younger than 60 are also welcome to join at a higher cost. Call Audrey at 402-440-4465 for reservations.

Today (August 27th), Ezra Si-Wei Tang (son of Adrian & Maren) is brought into the kingdom of God through the waters of Holy Baptism. His baptismal sponsors are Jim & Kati Yelkin, and Jeramy & Audra Yelkin.

Earlier this year if you remember we collected coins in baby bottles to help out the Pregnancy Center in Lincoln. Our congregation collected over $490.00. The combined efforts of participating churches since September 2016 was that over $26,000.00 was collected. Once again thank you for your participation.
 - Diane Johannes

If your family (or a couple of families) would be willing to mow the lawn on a particular week, please sign up on the sheet posted on the bulletin board. The church has two riding lawnmowers that can be used.
If you are not able to help by mowing the church lawn, you can help by donating to the Lawn Mowing fund. These funds are used to pay the lawn mowing service ($120/mowing, contracted for one week per month) and to supply gas for the church mowers.
If you have any questions, contact one of the Trustees.

David Elliot Hollingsead was born to Andrew & Rachel Hollingsead, and received into God’s kingdom through Holy Baptism on February 28th. Mother and son are doing fine. Welcome to God’s family gathered here at Immanuel!

The Reverend Douglas & Carol Irmer are received as members here at Immanuel during the Divine Service. The Irmer’s come to us by transfer from St. Paul Lutheran Church (Beatrice). Welcome to Immanuel!

The thank you (below) is in response to the Fall Soup Supper proceeds that were sent to Our Redeemer (Feyetteville, NC) to be used to assist those impacted by the hurricane and flooding.

Below is a note and video link from the John Wolf Family. We have supported them and their work in Africa this past year.

Today we welcome Bill & Verda Umland as new members of Immanuel. They are received today by Profession of Faith.