What is the story that defines your life? What is the narrative which helps you see the world and find your place in it? You may not realize it, but all of us are living by some sort of story. It could be something as common as the story of the American Dream or the beloved story of the underdog. Or it could be a cultural narrative like the ones told by the philosophies of conservatism, progressivism, or relativism. The reality is, even if you don’t realize it your life has been shaped by a particular story. Everything from your hometown to your chosen political party shapes how you view the world and your place in it. In this series we will explore the metanarrative of Scripture to see how the grand overarching story of Scripture tells us not only who God is and how God is at work, but also how this Story defines and directs our lives as God invites us through Scripture to find our place in it.
A metanarrative is “an overarching account or interpretation of events and circumstances that provides a pattern or structure for people’s beliefs and gives meaning to their experiences.” In this series, Metanarrative, we will explore how the overarching story of Scripture is the story of God’s redemptive mission to restore us and all of His creation to shalom by putting all things right and making all things new in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit. Our aim in this series will be to ask of Scripture, not, how does Scripture relate to my life, but rather, how does my life relate to the story of Scripture?
Today’s Worship
Open the Eyes of My Heart
Seek Ye First
In Christ Alone
Scripture
Luke 4:14-30
Message
“Our Earth as it is in Heaven.”
Lord's Prayer (It's Yours)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Calling Team Assignments: In an effort to offer more personalized care to our church members, we have divided each member into smaller groups with one Elder and one Deacon as a resource and contact person. If you need prayer or have a question or concern, please call the Elder or Deacon that you are assigned to according to your last name.
Last Name A-D
Elder Janet V
Deacon Fred H
Last Name E-H
Elder Harold S
Deacon Sally K
Last Name J-P
Elder Dave S
Deacon Kerri Mi
Last Name R-W
Elder Matt O
Deacon Jessi F
February Mission of the Month: Compassion International is a child sponsorship and Christian humanitarian aid organization that aims to positively influence the long-term development of children globally and release them from poverty in Jesus’ name. For more information, please visit www.compassion.com.
Super Bowl Subs: Please pick up your Super Bowl Subs after the service today to enjoy during the big game! Payments are due at this time.
Books & Puzzles: There is a table set up in the Family Life Center with free books and puzzles for you to take home! Please stop by and check them out after the service today!
CONNECT: There will be no CONNECT Dinner, CONNECT Kids, or Jr. High Youth Group this Wednesday, February 14th.
Family Game Night: Do you enjoy playing board games, card games, or learning new games that you have never played before? If so, please plan on joining us for a “Family Game Night” here at Immanuel on Saturday, February 17, at 6:30 pm. Bring your favorite games along, some snacks to share, and look forward to fellowship and fun with your church family and friends!
Further Study Opportunity: On Sunday, February 18th, we will begin a series through the book of Revelation. If you are wanting to engage the book of Revelation in further study outside of the Sunday morning messages there will be a resource written by Pastor Matt provided. The resource will have one weekly overview reading and five daily reflection readings. Print copies of the resource will be available to pick-up on Sunday, February 18th. If you would like to receive a digital copy of the resource via email please sign-up through our website.
Mobile Food Bank: Saturday, March 2, 9-11 am. If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive about half an hour early to set up.
Camp Grant Request Forms: There are funds available for students who would like to go to Cran-Hill Ranch or Camp Geneva this summer. To request a form, please contact Joey at jrsouth16@yahoo.com, or you may contact the church office.
Giving
To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary. You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.
Local Needs:
Personal Needs Closet: This ministry provides personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. We are currently in need of men’s shampoo & conditioner, women’s conditioner, toothpaste, bleach, laundry pods/soap, and maxi pads. Please place donations in the baskets under the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary.
CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8)
3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.
5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.
6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!
6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.
Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)-
Sundays, September 17 - May 12
5:30-6:30 pm- Open Volleyball
6:30-8:00 pm- Youth Group Meets
For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.
Life Groups
We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.
Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:
Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders
Friends with Health Concerns
Mark B, June B, John B, David C,
Joe C, Howard J. C, Don F, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,
Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Dianne K, Dave N, Yvonne N, Marcia N, and Wayne S.
If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,
please contact Kerri M.