June 7, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music      

Songs                                          This is Amazing Grace                                  -Wickham    

Celebration of Our Graduates

Greeting                                                                                                                 

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Video                                    “Glow in the Dark”                                          

 The Word of God

Song                                                 Tell the World                                          -Bilbrough

Scripture:                                          Luke 24:33-35

Message                        “Alone Together: Courageously Obedient”  

                                                        Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

Mission of the Month

 (Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead!” R. Alcorn

*Song                                         Wonderful Grace of Jesus                                -Lillenas

Benediction 

Postlude                     

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

June Calling Team:  Please call Marcia J or Jennifer B with any special concerns or requests.

June Mission of the Month: Forgotten Man Ministries believes in the redemption, rehabilitation and restoration of inmates through Jesus Christ.  They empower chaplains and volunteers to share hope and salvation with the “forgotten” men and women incarcerated in Michigan’s county jails. 

Consistory Updates:  Congratulations to the new Elders and Deacons that were prayerfully selected after the service last Sunday:  Elders:  Eric C, and Sandy C.  Deacons:  Mike J, and Sue F.

We will give you an opportunity to respond to the 2020/2021 budget at a later date. In the meantime, please look it over and contact Brian Williams, Jennifer B, Carrie B or Julie L with any questions or concerns. 

Re-opening ICRC:  Thank you for taking a moment last week to complete the survey letting us know where you are with reopening the church. Based on the results of the survey the elders have begun discussions about opening safely as soon as we can. Since gathering back together means planning for two different congregations to restart in the same building, our startup plan must be discussed with both leadership bodies and a formal plan put in place. Please be patient with this process and pray for both consistories to have God's wisdom and a spirit of unity. ICRC Consistory will be meeting again on Tuesday to further the discussion and development of a plan. We will share it with you as soon as we can. We look forward to meeting together again soon. If you have any questions please contact one of the current elders or Pastor Tom.

 ICRC Pastor Job Description:  The Consistory will be writing a job description for the pastoral vacancy based on congregational input from the recent survey, attention to Mission, Vision and Values, as well as the God Dreams report. This important document will be added to the work of the Search Team as they develop a Church Profile to send to potential candidates.

Search Team Updates:  We're happy to share the Pastoral Search Team has met three times via Zoom. Currently, we are developing the Church Profile Form; content & format and analyzing the Congregational Survey (Pastor) results. We look forward to sharing this information with the congregation soon. Stay tuned!

Prayers:  Please be praying for Wayne K as he recovers from back surgery.

Attention Kids:  A video called, “Glow in the Dark”, will be shown just for you during our live streaming of church today! Stay tuned after the video to find out how you can get lots of fun activities to do at home that go along with this video lesson!

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

 Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. They and your staff and Consistory continue to work toward safe ways of possible worship in the near future, keeping up with the most recent developments and continually making sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

             Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, their families who miss them terribly, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine or any help to curtail this virus, people who are being arrested and jailed for wanting to work, our divided governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions and our constitutional republic to stand strong.

 Immanuel Response to Social Distancing Requirements:

 In light of recent government regulations and CDC recommendations to cancel gatherings of 50 or more and discouraging groups of 10 or more, Immanuel is committed to honoring the intent of these measures by canceling all church gatherings and closing the church building until at least June 12, 2020. This moratorium may be extended, based on government regulations.

 However, our mission remains our focus and our ministry will still happen in new and creative ways. Here are ways for us to stay connected while physically apart:

 Sunday Worship: Services will be recorded and streamed on our public Facebook page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

The service will start streaming at 10am Sunday mornings. Casual attire is encouraged and singing along is applauded. A sermon outline is included as an attachment if you still want to take notes as you follow along.

The live video remains on our page after the service, so no worries if you need to sign on later. You can watch it at any time. To help spread the word about our worship at Immanuel, “like” or “share” the link and FB viewers will be able to see the service.

An audio recording of the sermon is also available on the website. This is accessible beginning on Monday mornings.

May 31, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music      

Songs                                               Holy, Holy, Holy  

Greeting                                                                                                                 

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

Song                                      Breathe On Me, Breath of God                         -Hatch

                                                           Fill Me Now                          -Hansen/Peppin

Scripture:                                           Luke 24:30-35

Message                       “Alone Together: Discerning the Spirit”  

                                                        Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead!” R. Alcorn

*Song                                         Hello, My Name Is                                       -West      

Benediction 

Postlude                      

* Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 May Calling Team:  Please call David S or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

May Mission of the Month: Michigan Missions, located in Alger, Mi, supported by our very own Cecile and Liz S.  Today is the last day to contribute to this very worthy cause.

Consistory Updates:  Annual Congregational Meeting - In light of our current circumstances related to Covid-19 we will not be holding a typical Congregational Meeting this Sunday, May 31. We will be selecting new Elders and Deacons at the end of the worship service and providing you timely updates as decisions are being made. We will give you an opportunity to respond to the 2020/2021 budget at a later date. In the meantime, please look it over and contact Brian Williams, Jennifer Blanck, Carrie Blanch or Julie Lewis with any questions or concerns. 

Re-opening ICRC:  The Elders will be meeting Tuesday evening to discuss feedback from the recent congregational survey and forming policies and procedures for re-opening safely immediately following. You will receive regular and timely updates here. 

ICRC Pastor Job Description:  The Consistory will be writing a job description for the pastoral vacancy based on congregational input from the recent survey, attention to Mission, Vision and Values, as well as the God Dreams report. This important document will be added to the work of the Search Team as they develop a Church Profile to send to potential candidates.

Search Team Updates:  Chair: Michelle C, Mike J, Emily W, Joey S, Jennifer B, Wayne K, Karla T and Liaison: Tom Grabill.  Please be in prayer for this team as they develop a church profile and prepare to interview candidates.

Attention Kids: Next Sunday, June 7, a new and exciting Children’s Ministry will begin! A video called, “Glow in the Dark”, will be shown just for you during our live streaming of church. After the video Pastor Tom will tell you how you can get lots of fun activities that go along with this video lesson. Be sure to watch church with your parents on June 7 to find out more. You won’t want to miss this new adventure! 

It is a Difficult Season We are All Going Through:  Because of this, we find it even more important to remember the teachers of Cumberland Elementary school. To show our appreciation, we have given the teachers and staff a small gift to let them know that we support them and the hard work they have done this school year. Please keep them in your prayers.

Transition Sunday:  Next Sunday, June 7, we would like to recognize all of our children and young adults that will be either graduating or transitioning into another phase of their lives. This includes:  College graduates, high school Graduates, transition from middle school to high school, elementary school to middle school, and Children and Worship graduates.  We are currently compiling a list of  youth that we would like to recognize, but just to be sure that we don’t miss anybody, please email Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com if you have a student that fits into any of these categories.’

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted by email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

 Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. They and your staff and Consistory continue to work toward safe ways of possible worship in the near future, keeping up with the most recent developments and continually making sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

             Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, their families who miss them terribly, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine or any help to curtail this virus, people who are being arrested and jailed for wanting to work, our divided governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions and our constitutional republic to stand strong.

 Immanuel Response to Social Distancing Requirements:

 In light of recent government regulations and CDC recommendations to cancel gatherings of 50 or more and discouraging groups of 10 or more, Immanuel is committed to honoring the intent of these measures by canceling all church gatherings and closing the church building until at least June 12, 2020. This moratorium may be extended, based on government regulations.

 However, our mission remains our focus and our ministry will still happen in new and creative ways. Here are ways for us to stay connected while physically apart:

 Sunday Worship: Services will be recorded and streamed on our public Facebook page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

The service will start streaming at 10am Sunday mornings. Casual attire is encouraged and singing along is applauded. A sermon outline is included as an attachment if you still want to take notes as you follow along.

The live video remains on our page after the service, so no worries if you need to sign on later. You can watch it at any time. To help spread the word about our worship at Immanuel, “like” or “share” the link and FB viewers will be able to see the service.

An audio recording of the sermon is also available on the website. This is accessible beginning on Monday mornings.

May 24, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music      

Songs                                                  This I Believe                             -Fielding/Crocker

Build My Life -Younker/Martin, Kaple, Redman, /Barett

Greeting                                                                                                                

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

Song                                                 Jesus Loves Me                            -Warner/Bradbury

                                                  Just a Closer Walk with Thee

Scripture:                                            Luke 24:13-35

Message               “Alone Together: The Nature of the Spiritual Journey”  

                                                        Pastor Tom Grabill       

Commissioning of the Pastoral Search Team

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

 (Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead!” R. Alcorn

Moment for Ministry

*Song                                                All My Hope                                    -Crowder/Cash

Benediction 

Postlude                      

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 May Calling Team:  Please call David S or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

May Mission of the Month: Michigan Missions, located in Alger, Mi, supported by our very own Cecile and Liz S. 

Join Us from Home via Facebook Live at 10:00am.: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

Commissioning of the Pastoral Search Team:  After the message today, we will be commissioning the members of our Pastoral Search Team:

Chair: Michelle C, Mike J, Emily W, Joey S, Jennifer B, Wayne K, Bruce T, and Liaison: Tom Grabill.

Please be praying for this team as they begin their search.  Pray for unity, spiritual strength, wisdom, and endurance.

Proposed Budget for the 2020/2021 Fiscal Year:  Please take a moment to look over the proposed budget and become familiar with it, we will be voting on it at our Congregational Meeting Sunday, May 31.

Gathering Timely and Important Information:  On Thursday, May 21, 2 surveys were sent out to the congregation either by email or regular mail asking for your valuable feedback regarding:

1) Reopening Safely

2) What are We Looking for in a New Pastor.

The first survey will guide leadership in the planning of when and how we will begin to transition back to meeting together in this season of Covid-19.

The second survey helps the consistory develop a job description for the next Pastor, and the Search Team understand important characteristics and strengths to watch for as they interview potential candidates.

You have two formats by which you can take the survey.  You can either fill it out online by simply clicking on the links above and follow the instructions, or you can print the attachments, fill out with pencil or pen, and mail them back to the church office.

Anyone in your household who wishes to complete the surveys may do so. If all members share the same sentiments only one survey for all needs to be filled out or each individual can complete their own. So that we can do our work in a timely fashion we ask that you complete the surveys and return them by next Thursday, May 28.

Attention Kids: Sunday, June 7 a new exciting Children’s Ministry will begin. A video “Glow in the Dark” will be shown just for you during our live streaming of church. After the video Pastor Tom will tell you how you can get lots of fun activities that go along with this video lesson. Be sure to watch church with your parents on June 7 to find out more. You won’t want to miss this new adventure! 

It is a Difficult Season We are All Going Through:  Because of this, we find it even more important to remember the teachers of Cumberland Elementary school. To show our appreciation, we have given the teachers and staff a small gift to let them know that we support them and the hard work they have done this school year. Please keep them in your prayers.

Transition Sunday:  On Sunday, June 7, we would like to recognize all of our children and young adults that will be either graduating, or transitioning into another phase of their lives. This includes:  College graduates, high school Graduates, transition from middle school to high school, elementary school to middle school, and Children and Worship graduates.  We are currently compiling a list of  youth that we would like to recognize, but just to be sure that we don’t miss anybody, please email Joey South if you have a student that fits into any of these categories.

The Following Names Have Been Approved by Consistory:  after prayerful consideration of the nominations submitted for the offices of Elder and Deacon: 

 For Elder - Mike Johnson, Sue F and Joe C

For Deacon - Fred H, Eric C and Sandy C

 On Sunday, May 31, we will draw names to see which two elders and which two deacons will replace those whose term is ending. Please be in prayer over this process and for these candidates as they are considered for office.

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted either by phone call or text at (616) 610-7454.  You may also reach him via email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

 Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. They and your staff and Consistory continue to work toward safe ways of possible worship in the near future, keeping up with the most recent developments and continually making sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

             Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

May 17, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                              

Songs                                         How Firm a Foundation                       -a True Believer

Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

 Song                                                All My Hope                                      -Crowder/Cash

 Scripture:                                         Luke 24:13-33 

Message                         “Alone Together: The Power of Presence”  

                                                     Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                            

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead!” R. Alcorn

*Song                                          My Hope is in You                                               -Shust

Benediction                                    

Postlude                     

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

May Calling Team:  Please call David S or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

May Mission of the Month: Michigan Missions (We Walk by Faith Not by Site), is a site that has slowly evolved for adults and youth in outreach mission work and a place to fellowship.  It is located in Alger, Mi, right in the heart of a community in need.  This mission is supported by our very own Cecile and Liz S.  For more detailed information, please see the Mission of the Month Page in our May 2020 newsletter.

Join Us from Home via Facebook Live at 10:00 am.: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

Transition Sunday:  On Sunday, June 7, we would like to recognize all of our children and young adults that will be either graduating, or transitioning into another phase of their lives. This includes:  College graduates, high school Graduates, transition from middle school to high school, elementary school to middle school, and Children and Worship graduates.  We are currently compiling a list of  youth that we would like to recognize, but just to be sure that we don’t miss anybody, please email Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com if you have a student that fits into any of these categories.

The Following Names Have Been Approved by Consistory:  after prayerful consideration of the nominations submitted for the offices of Elder and Deacon: 

For Elder - Mike Johnson, Sue Feenstra and Joe Chahine

For Deacon - Fred Hannula, Eric Carlson and Sandy Carey

On Sunday, May 31, we will draw names to see which two elders and which two deacons will replace those whose term is ending. Please be in prayer over this process and for these candidates as they are considered for office. 

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted either by phone call or text at (616) 610-7454.  You may also reach him via email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

The Following Names Have Been Approved by Consistory:  after prayerful consideration of the nominations submitted for the offices of Elder and Deacon: 

 For Elder - Mike Johnson, Sue F and Joe C

For Deacon - Fred H, Eric C and Sandy C

 On Sunday, May 31, we will draw names to see which two elders and which two deacons will replace those whose term is ending. Please be in prayer over this process and for these candidates as they are considered for office. 

 Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted by email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

             Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

May 10, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                    

Songs                                                 God is In Control                            -Paris

                                         Holy Spirit, You are Welcome Here   -K.W.Smith                   

Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

Songs                                      Hello, My Name Is                          -West

                                                    Reach out and Touch                    -No. 655

Scripture:                                          Luke 24:13-33  

Message                            “Alone Together: Radical hospitality”  

                                                     Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

Communion Hymn                               Table of Grace               -Hutto/Harrington               

Responsive Communion Thanksgiving

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead!” R. Alcorn

 *Song                                        This is Amazing Grace                -Wickham

Benediction                                   

 Postlude                                   

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 May Calling Team:  Please call David S or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

May Mission of the Month: Michigan Missions (We Walk by Faith Not by Site), is a site that has slowly evolved for adults and youth in outreach mission work and a place to fellowship.  It is located in Alger, Mi, right in the heart of a community in need.  This mission is supported by our very own Cecil and Liz S.  For more detailed information, please see the Mission of the Month Page in our May 2020 newsletter.

Join Us from Home via Facebook Live at 10:00 am.: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

The Following Names Have Been Approved by Consistory:  after prayerful consideration of the nominations submitted for the offices of Elder and Deacon: 

 For Elder - Mike Johnson, Sue F and Joe C

For Deacon - Fred H, Eric C and Sandy C

On Sunday, May 31, we will draw names to see which two elders and which two deacons will replace those whose term is ending. Please be in prayer over this process and for these candidates as they are considered for office. 

 Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted by email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

             Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

May 3, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                    

Songs                                                 Joyful, Joyful                                               -Dykes

                                            God of Grace and God of Glory                             -Fosdick

Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

 Songs                                      Standing on the Promises                               -R.K.Carter

                                                         Promises                                             -Sanctus Real

Scripture:                                          Genesis 9:12-16

Message                          “From Rainbows to Resurrection ”  

                                                     Pastor Mike Gafa       

Prayer for Blessing                            

The Response to the Word

 (Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead!” R. Alcorn

Mission of the Month                   

*Song                                        Standing on the Promises                             -R.K.Carter

                                                           (vs. 4-5)

Benediction                                    

 Postlude                                    

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

May Calling Team:  Please call David S or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

May Mission of the Month: Michigan Missions (We Walk by Faith Not by Site), is a site that has slowly evolved for adults and youth in outreach mission work and a place to fellowship.  It is located in Alger, Mi, right in the heart of a community in need.  This mission is supported by our very own Cecil and Liz S.  For more detailed information, please see the Mission of the Month Page in our May 2020 newsletter.

Join Us from Home via Facebook Live at 10:00 am.: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted either by email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

             Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

April 26, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music       (Hope you are enjoying Bill’s recordings!)

 Songs                    Jesus is the Answer (chorus)/Holy, Holy, Holy            -Crouch/#323

Pastor’s Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Song                                  Open the Eyes of My Heart, Lord                             -Baloche

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

Songs                                               God is in Control                                             -Paris 

                                                  Just a Closer Walk with Thee                      -Traditional

Scripture:                                          Luke 24:13-14

Message                  “Alone Together: Choosing to Walk Together”

                                                         Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                          

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

*Song                                                 The Same Love                                         -Baloche

Benediction 

Postlude                                   

* Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 April Calling Team:  Please call Tod V or Brian W with any special concerns or requests.

April Mission of the Month: “Words of Hope”, an international media ministry working to build the church throughout the world. They focus on areas that are hard to reach with the gospel, either because of poverty, geography, or social antagonism toward Christianity.  You can send this month’s Mission gift to the office, or donate via our website, www.icrclansing.org, under “Giving”.

Join Us From Home via Facebook Live at 10:00 am.:https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

A Need for Lightweight Summer Dresses, sizes 12-18 Months- Ann H niece, Nora L, who is currently serving at an orphanage/maternity center in Haiti, has a need for lightweight summer dresses size 12-18 months.  There are no thrift stores open, so we'll have to make our own. Simple patterns will work best, as these will be no closure affairs. Haitian moms do little with diapers, so the little matching panties that we might use will not be needed. Also, If anyone who doesn't sew can donate lightweight fabrics, that would be appreciated as well. Laundry is done by hand in the rivers, so cotton, or easy to wash and dry material is important. Anyone interested in helping out can contact Ann H, or Carol C.

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted by phone email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie Band Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

                          Friends with Health Concerns

Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

April 12, 2020 (Easter)

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                    

Songs                                           O Praise the Name        -Hastings/Ussher/Sampson

                                                         Christ Arose                                         -Lowry

Pastor’s Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

The Word of God

 Songs                                                  Sing Hosanna                             -Blakesley

                                                 Christ The Lord is Risen Today               -Wesley

Scripture:                                          Mark 16:1-7

Message                                   “God Still Moves Stones”

                                                      Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

*Song                                             Praise to the Lord

Benediction                                    

 Postlude                                   

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 April Calling Team:  Please call Tod V or Brian W with any special concerns or requests.

April Mission of the Month: “Words of Hope”, an international media ministry working to build the church throughout the world. They focus on areas that are hard to reach with the gospel, either because of poverty, geography, or social antagonism toward Christianity.  You can send this month’s Mission gift to the office, or donate via our website, www.icrclansing.org, under “Giving”.

Easter Sunday: Two options to worship:

 Option No. 1:  Join us in the church parking lot at 10:00 am.  There will only be one entrance and one exit at this time.  (Please enter the parking lot from Morningside Drive and exit on Delta River Drive when leaving.)  Choose a parking spot when arriving and park your car, but do not exit your vehicles.  (You may however smile and wave joyously at your church family and friends!)  Tune your radio station to 1620 AM to hear the service broadcast. 

Option No. 2-   Join us from home via Facebook live at 10:00 am.    

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted via email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders covet your fervent Prayer especially in these uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie B, Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

              Friends with Health Concerns

                 Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Ronda H, Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

April 19, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                    

Songs                                                 Victor’s Crown        -Zshech/Jobe/Houghton                                                    The Resurrection                                   -Townsend Pastor’s Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

“Hi Kids”

The Word of God

Songs                                            Sweet, Sweet Spirit                                      -No. 159

                                                            Holy Spirit                                         -Battistelli

Scripture:                                               John 14

Message               “Before I Leave: A Few More Important Things”  

                                                      Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

*Song                                           Victor’s Crown (reprise)

Benediction                                    

 Postlude                                   

* Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 April Calling Team:  Please call Tod V or Brian W with any special concerns or requests.

April Mission of the Month: “Words of Hope”, an international media ministry working to build the church throughout the world. They focus on areas that are hard to reach with the gospel, either because of poverty, geography, or social antagonism toward Christianity.  You can send this month’s Mission gift to the office, or donate via our website, www.icrclansing.org, under “Giving”.

Join Us From Home via Facebook Live at 10:00 am.: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

Please Stay Tuned into Facebook Live After the Service Today:  Pastor Tom will be sharing a very important message/ update after the service is over, so please do not log off right away.

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted via email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers, especially in these continuing uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom G, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie B, Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

              Friends with Health Concerns

                 Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

       Ronda H, Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Jim P, Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

April 5, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                    

Songs                                       Hosanna, Loud Hosanna                                     -No.248

                                           (Hosanna Video) Blessed is He                                  - Smith

Pastor’s Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

The Word of God

Songs                                              Let Them See You                                           -Weeks

Scripture:                                           Luke 18:29-40

Message                                          “Crying Stones”

                                                      Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                            

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

*Song                                                Sing Hosanna                                          -Blakesley  

Benediction                                    

Postlude                                    

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

April Calling Team:  Please call Tod V or Brian W with any special concerns or requests.

April Mission of the Month: “Words of Hope”, an international media ministry working to build the church throughout the world. They focus on areas that are hard to reach with the gospel, either because of poverty, geography, or social antagonism toward Christianity.  You can send this month’s Mission gift to the office, or donate via our website, www.icrclansing.org, under “Giving”.

Leadership Team Meeting:  This Wednesday, April 8.  If you are part of a leadership team, please watch for an email from Pastor Tom regarding this meeting.  There will be a link in that email to click on to join the meeting via Zoom.

Maundy Thursday Communion Service:  Will stream live on Facebook Thursday, April 9, at 7:00 pm.  Please have bread available as well as something to drink that resembles the blood of Jesus (grape juice for example) so that we can celebrate a virtual communion together.

Good Friday, April 10:  Please make a commit to pray for at least a half hour on this day.  Pray for your church, your communities, and the world.

Summer Camp Grants:  Like many things in our life right now, summer camps are currently in question. Both Camp Geneva and Cranhill Ranch are actively monitoring the evolving situation, while accepting applications for summer camp. Assuming the camps can be held, Immanuel will be offering camp grants again this year to children and youth in the congregation who go to one of these camps. Please reach out to Kelly J if you have a child who will be attending camp and are interested in a camp grant.

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders covet your fervent Prayer especially in these uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom Grabill, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian W, Julie L, Carrie B and Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

              Friends with Health Concerns

           Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

        Ronda H, Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                      Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

Immanuel Response to Social Distancing Requirements: 

In light of recent government regulations and CDC recommendations to cancel gatherings of 50 or more and discouraging groups of 10 or more, Immanuel is committed to honoring the intent of these measures by canceling all church gatherings and closing the church building until at least April 6, 2020. This moratorium may be extended, based on government regulations. However, our mission remains our focus and our ministry will still happen in new and creative ways. Here are ways for us to stay connected while physically apart:

Sunday Worship: Services will be recorded and streamed on our public Facebook page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

The service will start streaming at 10am Sunday mornings. Casual attire is encouraged and singing along is applauded. A sermon outline is included as an attachment if you still want to take notes as you follow along. It is recommended to gather some stones that you can use as a response to the message, as we have been doing during our series, A Journey of Stones. You will be given a chance to respond as you have been previously.

The live video remains on our page after the service so no worries if you need to sign on later. You can watch it at any time. To help spread the word about our worship at Immanuel, “like” or “share” the link and FB viewers will be able to see the service.

An audio recording of the sermon is also available on the website. This is accessible beginning on Monday mornings.

Pastoral Care and Connection: To substitute for our regular face-to-face contact and fellowship, we are working on developing a team of Care Callers who will check up on the members and friends of ICRC weekly. The purpose of the call will be to check-in, offer support and encouragement and respond to needs. If you are comfortable on the phone and would like to serve as a Care Caller, please contact us at the church office: office@icrclansing.org and we will get you started.

In addition to the Care Callers, we would like to develop a Care Response Team, prepared and ready to respond to needs that come up in our congregation and community, especially among the elderly and disabled. If you would be available and willing to provide a ride or gather items of need for drop off, you also can let us know your willingness and availability by contacting the church office: office@icrclansing.org.

If you aren’t comfortable calling or can’t provide services but would be willing to coordinate care efforts, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the church office: office@icrclansing.org.

Next Generation opportunities:

We have passionate and creative staff and leaders who are working diligently to dream and develop innovative strategies to keep faith development progressing from a distance. Technology is our friend in times like this and we will be taking full advantage of email, Facebook, Facetime, Zoom and other electronic platforms to connect with children and youth until the church doors are able to open again. Keep checking your emails and our Facebook page to keep up with these developing activities. We encourage families to participate together and have fun! Don’t be surprised if we even utilized USPS as a means of creative programming!

Have fun and keep growing!

March 29, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                    

Songs                                           Grace Greater than Our Sin                            -No.105

                                                                Above All                             -LeBlanc/Baloche

Pastor’s Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

 The Word of God

Songs                                                I Will Praise Him Still                                  -Ortega

Scripture:                                              Matthew 16:13-20

Message                                               “Upon This Rock”

                                                              Pastor Tom Grabill       

Prayer for Blessing                            

The Response to the Word

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS)

*Song                                                      O Church Arise                        -Getty/Townend

Benediction                                    

 Postlude                                    

 * Hymns projected by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 March Calling Team:  Please call Rick H. or Julie L. with any special concerns or requests.

 March Mission of the Month: “The Gideons International”. There needs are still very real, so you can send this month’s Mission gift to the office. 

Sunday Services:  Until further notice, our weekly Sunday services will be streamed live on our ICRC Facebook page at 10 am.  You do not need a Facebook account to watch because it is a public page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided:  https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/.  The live video remains on our page after the service as well, so no worries if you have to sign on later, you can watch it at any time.

Summer Camp Grants:  Like many things in our life right now, summer camps are currently in question. Both Camp Geneva and Cranhill Ranch are actively monitoring the evolving situation, while accepting applications for summer camp. Assuming the camps can be held, Immanuel will be offering camp grants again this year to children and youth in the congregation who go to one of these camps. Please reach out to Kelly J if you have a child who will be attending camp and are interested in a camp grant.

Attention Parents:  Because kids love to get mail, we will be sending a Children’s Bulletin to your address weekly addressed directly to your child/children for them to work on and enhance their spiritual growth during this time that we are unable to meet with them at church for either Sunday School or CONNECT.  We will also be including a self-addressed, stamped envelope with these bulletins so that after the kids have completed them, they can send them back to us here at the church. We will then keep track of how the kids are doing and after we have received 3 back from each individual child, they will earn an award!  Please be watching for these to come in the mail, and if for some reason your child has not received one, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can get them on the mailing list.

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

Your Leaders covet your fervent Prayer especially in these uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven-year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom Grabill, Joey S, Darla L, Stacia W

Consistory: Dave S, Marcia J, Rick H, Tod V, Brian Wi, Julie L, Carrie B and Jennifer B, and our ministry teams

              Friends with Health Concerns

           Gary A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C,

                              Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

        Ronda H, Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                      Marian P, James S, Sandi S, and Joy V for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

Immanuel Response to Social Distancing Requirements: 

In light of recent government regulations and CDC recommendations to cancel gatherings of 50 or more and discouraging groups of 10 or more, Immanuel is committed to honoring the intent of these measures by canceling all church gatherings and closing the church building until at least April 6, 2020. This moratorium may be extended, based on government regulations. However, our mission remains our focus and our ministry will still happen in new and creative ways. Here are ways for us to stay connected while physically apart:

Sunday Worship: Services will be recorded and streamed on our public Facebook page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

The service will start streaming at 10am Sunday mornings. Casual attire is encouraged and singing along is applauded. A sermon outline is included as an attachment if you still want to take notes as you follow along. It is recommended to gather some stones that you can use as a response to the message, as we have been doing during our series, A Journey of Stones. You will be given a chance to respond as you have been previously.

The live video remains on our page after the service so no worries if you need to sign on later. You can watch it at any time. To help spread the word about our worship at Immanuel, “like” or “share” the link and FB viewers will be able to see the service.

An audio recording of the sermon is also available on the website. This is accessible beginning on Monday mornings.

Pastoral Care and Connection: To substitute for our regular face-to-face contact and fellowship, we are working on developing a team of Care Callers who will check up on the members and friends of ICRC weekly. The purpose of the call will be to check-in, offer support and encouragement and respond to needs. If you are comfortable on the phone and would like to serve as a Care Caller, please contact us at the church office: office@icrclansing.org and we will get you started.

In addition to the Care Callers, we would like to develop a Care Response Team, prepared and ready to respond to needs that come up in our congregation and community, especially among the elderly and disabled. If you would be available and willing to provide a ride or gather items of need for drop off, you also can let us know your willingness and availability by contacting the church office: office@icrclansing.org.

If you aren’t comfortable calling or can’t provide services but would be willing to coordinate care efforts, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the church office: office@icrclansing.org.

Next Generation opportunities:

We have passionate and creative staff and leaders who are working diligently to dream and develop innovative strategies to keep faith development progressing from a distance. Technology is our friend in times like this and we will be taking full advantage of email, Facebook, Facetime, Zoom and other electronic platforms to connect with children and youth until the church doors are able to open again. Keep checking your emails and our Facebook page to keep up with these developing activities. We encourage families to participate together and have fun! Don’t be surprised if we even utilized USPS as a means of creative programming!

Have fun and keep growing!

March 22, 2020

The Approach to God 

Pre-Service Music                                 Holy Ground                                 -Hammerly          

Songs                                             Open up the Heavens                           -Andrews     

                                                       Old Church Choir                      -Williams

Pastor’s Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God  

The Word of God 

Songs                                                        I Will Rise                                          -Tomlin

                                                           Love Lifted Me                        - Rowe/Smith 

Scripture:                                              Matthew 13:1-23

Message                                               “Hearts of Stone”

                                                            Pastor Tom Grabill        

Prayer for Blessing                            

The Response to the Word 

(Since we are separated, offerings can be sent through our website or USPS) 

*Song                                     All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name                -Perronet

                                                 with  O Praise Him   Chorus                 -Crowder

Benediction                                    

 Postlude

Immanuel: Social Distancing Requirements

 In light of recent government regulations and CDC recommendations to cancel gatherings of 50 or more and discouraging groups of 10 or more, Immanuel is committed to honoring the intent of these measures by canceling all church gatherings and closing the church building until at least April 6, 2020. This moratorium may be extended, based on government regulations.

 However, our mission remains our focus and our ministry will still happen in new and creative ways. Here are ways for us to stay connected while physically apart:

Sunday Worship: Services will be recorded and streamed on our public Facebook page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided: https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/

The service will start streaming at 10am Sunday mornings. Casual attire is encouraged and singing along is applauded. A sermon outline is included as an attachment if you still want to take notes as you follow along. It is recommended to gather some stones that you can use as a response to the message, as we have been doing during our series, A Journey of Stones. You will be given a chance to respond as you have been previously.

The live video remains on our page after the service so no worries if you need to sign on later. You can watch it at any time. To help spread the word about our worship at Immanuel, “like” or “share” the link and FB viewers will be able to see the service.

Audio recordings of the sermon are available on the website. This is accessible beginning on Mondays.

 Pastoral Care and Connection: To substitute for our regular face-to-face contact and fellowship, we are working on developing a team of Care Callers who will check up on the members and friends of ICRC weekly. The purpose of the call will be to check-in, offer support and encouragement and respond to needs. If you are comfortable on the phone and would like to serve as a Care Caller, please contact us at the church office: office@icrclansing.org and we will get you started.

In addition to the Care Callers, we would like to develop a Care Response Team, prepared and ready to respond to needs that come up in our congregation and community, especially among the elderly and disabled. If you would be available and willing to provide a ride or gather items of need for drop off, you also can let us know your willingness and availability by contacting the church office: office@icrclansing.org.

If you aren’t comfortable calling or can’t provide services but would be willing to coordinate care efforts, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the church office: office@icrclansing.org.

Next Generation opportunities: We have passionate and creative staff and leaders who are working diligently to dream and develop innovative strategies to keep faith development progressing from a distance. Technology is our friend in times like this and we will be taking full advantage of email, Facebook, Facetime, Zoom and other electronic platforms to connect with children and youth until the church doors are able to open again. Keep checking your emails and our Facebook page to keep up with these developing activities. We encourage families to participate together and have fun! Don’t be surprised if we even utilized USPS as a means of creative programming!

Have fun and keep growing!

Your Leaders covet your fervent Prayer especially in these uncertain times. The staff and Consistory continue to keep up with the most recent developments and are making decisions continually to make sure we stay connected and on pace to accomplish our seven year vision.

Staff: Pastor Tom Grabill, Joey South, Darla Lucero, Stacia Wojnaroski

Consistory: Dave South, Marcia Jackson, Rick Harrison, Tod VanWieren, Brian Williams, Julie Lewis, Carrie Blanck and Jennifer Blanck, and our ministry teams

                     Friends with Health Concerns

                     Gary Atkins, Mark and June Black, John Blanck, Joe Chahine,

                              Howard J. Church, Sandy Farnum, Carol Geer,

       Ronda Holleman, Roland Hubbert and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                      Marian Peterson, James Shepard, Sandi Shults,

                        and Joy Vander Kolk for continued healing.

Please keep praying for the world’s medical people and first responders in the midst of treating others, those in research who are working tirelessly to find a vaccine and the governmental leaders for wisdom as they make decisions.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 March Calling Team:  Please call Rick Harrison (503-290-9779) or Julie Lewis (881-1665) with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: “The Gideons International”. Their needs are still very real, so you can send this month’s Mission gift to the office.  

Sunday Services:  Until further notice, our weekly Sunday services will be streamed live on our ICRC Facebook page at 10 am.  You do not need a Facebook account to watch because it is a public page. You can get to our page by clicking on the link provided:  https://www.facebook.com/ICRCLansing/.  The live video remains on our page after the service as well, so no worries if you have to sign on later, you can watch it at any time.

Summer Camp Grants:  Like many things in our life right now, summer camps are currently in question. Both Camp Geneva and Cranhill Ranch are actively monitoring the evolving situation, while accepting applications for summer camp. Assuming the camps can be held, Immanuel will be offering camp grants again this year to children and youth in the congregation who go to one of these camps. Please reach out to Kelly Johnson if you have a child who will be attending camp and are interested in a camp grant.

Attention Parents:  Because kids love to get mail, we will be sending a Children’s Bulletin to your address weekly addressed directly to your child/children for them to work on and enhance their spiritual growth during this time that we are unable to meet with them at church for either Sunday School or CONNECT.  We will also be including a self-addressed, stamped envelope with these bulletins so that after the kids have completed them, they can send them back to us here at the church. We will then keep track of how the kids are doing and after we have received 3 back from each individual child, they will earn an award!  Please be watching for these to come in the mail, and if for some reason your child has not received one, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can get them on the mailing list.

Thank You for Your Continued Tithes and Offerings:  The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Even though we won’t be gathering at the church building you may submit your tithes and offerings online via our website at, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on “Giving” at the top of the page, or you may mail them directly to our office at 3200 Delta River Dr., Lansing MI, 48906.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office at (517) 321-2495.

If You Need to Speak with Pastor Tom:  He can be contacted either by phone call or text at (616) 610-7454.  You may also reach him via email at tom.grabill@gmail.com.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for our partner church as they too adjust to remote ministry and that their ministry to the local Nepali community will continue growing!

March 15, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music

*Songs                                               Cornerstone                                       -Mote/Morgan

                                                      Holy, Holy, Holy                                     -Dykes/Heber

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

CONNECT Kids “Armor of God” March

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

 The Word of God

*Songs                                        What Mercy did for Me         -Brumley/Emerging Sound

                                                       His Mercy is More                                 -Boswell/Papa

Scripture:                                             John 8:1-12   

Message                                          “Casting Stones”

Prayer for Blessing                       Pastor Tom Grabill        

 The Response to the Word

Offering 

M.O.M. Offering Received                                        

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                              Prince of Peace                               -Imboden/Rhoton     Benediction                           

Postlude                                   

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

March Calling Team:  Please call Rick H or Julie L with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: “The Gideons International”.

The Flowers Today:  Have been placed by Carrie B in celebration of Fred B birthday!

Backpack Ministry:  We will be packing backpacks for Cumberland after the service today.  Please come downstairs after the service if you can help.

Basketball Mini-Clinic- This Wednesday, March 18, Coach V from the Michigan Titans, along with some of his prized players, will be facilitating a basketball mini-clinic for our CONNECT Kids!  If your kids love basketball, please be sure bring them, along with their basketball loving friends too!  Please also make sure that they wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes.  CONNECT dinner begins at 5:30 pm, and the clinic will follow at 6:15 pm. 

Soup Luncheon:  Please join us after the service next Sunday, March 22, for our Annual Soup Luncheon.  This is a fundraiser put on by our youth groups to support our 2020 mission trips.  There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the FLC if you would like to make a soup or a dessert to share.  There will be no Sunday School this day.

Easter Garden:  The last day to order flowers is next Sunday, March 22. The order forms are located on the bulletin board in the Family Life Center. 

Tuesday, March 24:  There will be no Men’s Study or painting classes on this date due to the Leadership Team Meeting that evening.  Painting with Sandi has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 26, at 6:30 p.m.

Library Hours: Our Library here at ICRC is open and available to you during our office hours, Mon-Wed, 9 am-1 pm.  Please take advantage of this opportunity to come in and check out a book or two to enhance your spiritual growth.  You are also welcome to stay and read a book on our comfortable couch.  It is a nice quiet place to relax and spend time with God.



Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

 March 17- Spiritual Growth Meeting

                                 March 18- Backpack Deliveries to Cumberland

                             March 18- CONNECT Kids Basketball Mini-Clinic

                                                  March 18- Choir Practice

                                              March 22- No Sunday School

                                                 March 22- Soup Luncheon

                                       March 24- Leadership Team Meeting

                                                  March 25- Choir Practice

                                        March 26- Outreach Team Meeting

                                              March 26- Painting with Sandi

                                       March 28- Rachel S. Bridal Brunch

March 8, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music

*Songs     All Creatures of our God and King/Sing Alleluia  -No. 347/ Byrd/ Hildalong

                                                   How Great is our God                  -Tomlin/ Reeves/ Cash

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

 The Word of God

*Songs                                                  Agnus Dei                                          -Smith

Scripture:                                           Mark 12:1-12

Message                                       “Rejected Stones”

Prayer for Blessing                       Pastor Tom Grabill        

The Response to the Word

Communion Hymn                Let Us Break Bread Together                                 -No. 564

Celebrate the Lord’s Supper

Responsive Communion Thanksgiving

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                             Those Who Trust                                             -Chaffer

Benediction                           

 Postlude                                   

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

March Calling Team:  Please call Rick H or Julie L with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: “The Gideons International” exists as an advocate for the lost, to bring them the saving knowledge of the Word through not only placing and distributing Scriptures, but also through personal witnessing and by associating together for service.

There Will Be No Painting Classes with Sandi S this Tuesday, March 10:  Please keep Sandi and Carroll in your prayers as they travel to Duke for Sandi’s check-up.

Basketball Mini-Clinic- Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 18!  On this day, Coach Vasquez from the Michigan Titans, along with some of his prized players, will be facilitating a basketball mini-clinic for our CONNECT Kids! If your kids love basketball, please be sure bring them here that evening along with their basketball loving friends!  Please also make sure that they wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes.  CONNECT dinner begins at 5:30 pm, the clinic will follow at 6:15 pm. 

Easter Garden:  If you would like to order flowers for the Easter Garden this year, please fill out one of the order forms located on the bulletin board in the Family Life Center and then put it in the colored envelope provided along with your payment. You may then place your envelope in one of the offering plates passed during the service over the next 3 weeks. You may also turn your envelopes into the church office if you would like.  The last day to order is Sunday, March 22.

Easter Egg Candy Donations:  On Saturday, April 11, we will be hosting a community Easter Egg Hunt here at ICRC.  We are asking for candy donations to fill about 1,000 plastic eggs for this event.  If you are able to donate a bag or two of wrapped candy, please bring it to the choir room at your earliest convenience and place it in the box labeled “Candy Donations”.  We will be accepting donations until Sunday, April 5.

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

 March 17- Spiritual Growth Meeting

                                 March 18- Backpack Deliveries to Cumberland

                             March 18- CONNECT Kids Basketball Mini-Clinic

                                                  March 18- Choir Practice

                                             March 22- No Sunday School

                                                 March 22- Soup Luncheon

                                       March 24- Leadership Team Meeting

                                      March 24- Men’s Study

                                                  March 25- Choir Practice

                                              March 26- Painting with Sandi

March 1, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                 

*Songs                                        What a Friend We have in Jesus                        -No. 466

                                                         One True God                                                  -Harris

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

 The Word of God

*Songs                                               All of Creation                                          -MercyMe           

                                                       My Hope is in You                                 -Geesbreght

Scripture:                                          Luke 22:39-46

Message                                   “Confused Expectations”

Prayer for Blessing                       Pastor John Messer        

 The Response to the Word

Mission of the Month

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                            Build Your Kingdom Here                  -Rend Collective

Benediction                           

 Postlude                                   

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pray for Our Pastor:  Please join us in room seven 10 minutes before each service to pray for our pastor and for his message to touch the hearts of those listening.

March Calling Team:  Please call Rick H or Julie L with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: “The Gideons International” exists as an advocate for the lost, to bring them the saving knowledge of the Word through not only placing and distributing Scriptures, but also through personal witnessing and by associating together for service.

Family Game Night:  Bring your favorite game, a snack to share, and come join in the fun, this Saturday, March 7, at 6:30 pm. This event is for ages 12 and up please.

Easter Garden:  If you would like to order flowers for the Easter Garden this year, please fill out an order form and then put it in the colored envelope provided along with your payment. You may then place your envelope in one of the offering plates passed during the service over the next 4 weeks. You may also turn your envelopes into the church office if you would like.  The last day to order is Sunday, March 22.

Easter Egg Candy Donations:  On Saturday, April 11, we will be hosting a community Easter Egg Hunt here at ICRC.  We are asking for candy donations to fill about 1,000 plastic eggs for this event.  If you are able to donate a bag or two of wrapped candy, please bring it to the choir room at your earliest convenience and place it in the box labeled “Candy Donations”.  We will be accepting donations until Sunday, April 5.

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for their ministry to continue growing!

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

 March 10- Men’s Study

                                                 March 11- Choir Practice

                                          March 13-15- Sr. High Genesis

                              March 15- Packing Backpacks after Service

                                       March 17- Spiritual Growth Meeting

                                 March 18- Backpack Deliveries to Cumberland

                                                  March 18- Choir Practice

                                              March 22- No Sunday School

                                                 March 22- Soup Luncheon

                                       March 24- Leadership Team Meeting

                                March 24- Painting with Sandi

                                                   March 24- Men’s Study

                                                  March 25- Choir Practice

February 23, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                 

*Songs                                        This is Amazing Grace                                    -Wickhom

                                                         Oh Praise Him                                             -Crowder

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

The Word of God

*Songs                       They’ll Know We Are Christians By Our Love                  -No. 677

Scripture:                          3 John:5-6, 8; Hebrews 13:2; Genesis 18:1-2, 10; Luke 14:12-14

Message                                     “Welcoming the Stranger”

Prayer for Blessing                              Pastor Tom      

The Response to the Word

Moment for Ministry

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                            How Great Thou Art                                            -No. 2

*Benediction                           

 Postlude                                   

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pray for Our Pastor:  Please join us in room seven 10 minutes before each service to pray for our pastor and for his message to touch the hearts of those listening.

February Calling Team:  Please call Marcia Jackson (663-7441) or Jennifer Blanck (763-4545) with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services.  Today is the last day to contribute to this worthy cause.

The Flowers Today:  Have been placed by Dean and Marcia J in honor of Marcia’s sister, Jayne W, who went home to heaven on 2/26/2019.

Family Game Night:  Please join us for a Family Game night next Saturday, March 7, at 6:30 pm. This event is for ages 12 and up.  If you would like to participate, please write your name on the sign-up sheet in the FLC, as well as what game you would like to bring with you, and what snack you would like to bring to share. Please note, you do not have to bring a game or a snack to participate, we really just want to see you here having fun!

Easter Egg Candy Donations:  On Saturday, April 11, we will be hosting a community Easter Egg Hunt here at ICRC.  We are asking for candy donations to fill the plastic eggs for this event.  If you are able to donate a bag or two of wrapped candy, please bring it to the church office at your earliest convenience.  We will be accepting donations until Sunday, April 5. 

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for their ministry to continue growing!

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Vicki B., Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

 March 3- Consistory Meeting

                                              March 7- Family Game Night

                        March 8- Communion Service (Second Sunday of Lent)

                            March 10- Painting with Sandi

                                                 March 10- Men’s Study

                                          March 13-15- Sr. High Genesis

                                       March 17- Spiritual Growth Meeting

                                         March 22- No Sunday School

                                    March 24- Leadership Team Meeting

                             March 24- Painting with Sandi

                                                  March 24- Men’s Study

February 16, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                 

*Songs                                                  Hosanna                                                   -Baloche

                                              The God of Abraham Praise                                    -No. 332

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kid’s Bells                              A Wonderful Grace of Jesus                                  -No. 114

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

The Word of God

*Songs                                            Let Them See You                                             -Weeks

Scripture:                               James 2:14-26; John 13:1-17

Message                                     “Doing Acts of Service”

Prayer for Blessing                              Pastor Tom        

 The Response to the Word

M.O.M. Offering Received

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                            You Never Let Go                                            -Redman

*Benediction                           

 Postlude                                   

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Marcia J or Jennifer B with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services.

The Flowers Today:  Have been placed by Fred and Kandy H in celebration of Kristine H’s birthday.

Backpack Ministry:  We will be filling backpacks for Cumberland today. If you are available to help with this ministry, please come downstairs to the food pantry immediately following the service.

New Members Class:  Will be in the library following the morning service at 11:30 am.  If you are new to Immanuel or if you have attended for a while but have not yet become a member, come and learn more about what excites us, how we operate, and how you fit into the big picture!

Sr. High Lock-In:  There will be a lock-in here at church for the Senior High Youth Group on Friday, February 21- Saturday, February 22, from 8 pm-8 am.  Each student should bring a 2 liter of pop, a snack to share, and a friend.

Dinner and a Movie Night:   The Burcham Small group is hosting a dinner and a movie night this Saturday, February 22.    We will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert for dinner in the FLC at 5:30 pm. We will then head up to the sanctuary afterwards to watch the movie “Breakthrough.”  Childcare will be provided.

Family Game Night:  Please join us for a Family Game night on Saturday, March 7, at 6:30 pm. This event is for ages 12 and up.  If you would like to participate, please write your name on the sign-up sheet in the FLC, as well as what game you would like to bring with you, and what snack you would like to bring to share. Please note, you do not have to bring a game or a snack to participate, we really just want to see you here having fun!

Siloam Christian Church Please pray for their ministry to continue growing!

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Vicki B., Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

 February 25- Painting with Sandi

                                                February 25- Men’s Study

                    March 1- John Messer Preaching (First Sunday of Lent)

                                            March 3- Consistory Meeting

                                           March 7- Family Game Night

                      March 8- Communion Service (Second Sunday of Lent)

                           March 10- Painting with Sandi

                                                March 10- Men’s Study

                                         March 13-15- Sr. High Genesis

                                    March 17- Spiritual Growth Meeting

February 9, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                              Near the Cross                                              -Smith

                                                        Fairest Lord Jesus                                            -Ijames  

*Songs                                             10,000 Reasons                                             -Redman

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

 The Word of God

*Songs                                              Help Me Find It                           -Sidewalk Prophets

                                                  Take My Life and Let It Be                   -Havergal/ Malan

Scripture:                                     

Message                            “Responding to Real Needs in Our Community”

Prayer for Blessing                              Pastor Tom        

The Response to the Word

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                       Stand up, Stand up for Jesus                                 -No. 616

*Benediction                           

 Postlude                                    This Is My Fathers World                                -Shackley.

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Marcia J or Jennifer B with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services.

The Flowers Today:  Have been placed by Marian P in memory of loved ones.    

New Members Class:  Will be in the choir room (# 12) following the morning service at 11:30 am.  If you are new to Immanuel or if you have attended for a while but have not yet become a member, come and learn more about what excites us, how we operate, and how you fit into the big picture!

Cupid Carnival: This Wednesday, February 12, we will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert at 5:30 pm.  The kids will then enjoy a Cupid Carnival in the Family Life Center starting at 6:15 pm. 

Outreach Ministry Team Meeting: Thursday, February 13, at 6:30 pm. Anyone who is interested in getting involved in our outreach programs is encouraged to attend.

Deacon and Elder Nomination Ballots: If you are a member here at ICRC, a nomination ballot for a new deacon and elder was placed in your mailbox here at church.  Please prayerfully consider somebody that you would like to nominate for these positions, fill out your ballot, and then place it in the blue ballot box on the table next to the mailboxes. 

Dinner and a Movie Night:   The Burcham Small group is hosting a dinner and a movie night next Saturday, February 22.    We will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert for dinner in the FLC at 5:30 pm. We will then head up to the sanctuary afterwards to watch the movie “Paul.”  Childcare will be provided.

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Vicki B., Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

                     February 18- Fellowship Meeting

                             February 19- Backpack Deliveries to Cumberland

                                          February 21- Sr. High Lock-In

                                     February 22- Dinner and a Movie Night

                                         February 25- Painting with Sandi

                                               February 25- Men’s Study

                                            March 3- Consistory Meeting

February 2, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                   

*Songs                                          Open up the Heavens                                      -Andrews

                                                 Open the Eyes of My Heart                                  -Baloche

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

                                         The Word of God

*Songs                               Happy the Home When God is There                        -No. 540

                                                          Jesus Loves Me                                  -Arr. Tornquist

Scripture:           Deuteronomy 11:18-21; Titus 2:4-8; Matthew 18:1-14, 19:14

Message                                   “Nurturing Children and Youth”

Prayer for Blessing                              Pastor Tom        

The Response to the Word

Mission of the Month

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                         Turn Your Radio On                                          -Brumley

*Benediction                           

 Postlude                             

ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Marcia J or Jennifer B with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services aims to help churches meet people’s needs with the love of Jesus Christ. The Christian Services Help Center (394-5411) is the place where the needs of people in our community can be heard. Dedicated church volunteers answer the help line phones, listen compassionately to each caller, verify information, and then connect them with the appropriate church or community resource.

New Member's Class Begins Today:  There will be 2 classes offered, one before the service starting at 8:30 am, in the Burcham Small Group Room #14, located towards the back of the gym.  The second class will be offered immediately following the service at 11:30 am, in the choir room # 12, located just to the right as you come down the stairs from the sanctuary. If you are new to Immanuel or if you have attended for a while but have not become a member, come and learn more about what excites us, how we operate, and how you fit into the big picture!

Pick Up Your Super Bowl Subs Today in the FLC:   Payment is due at this time. Thank you to all who ordered.  The proceeds from this sale will go towards our 2020 mission trips.

Youth Group Super Bowl Party:  Young Adults, Sr. High, and Jr. High Youth, meet here tonight at 6:00 p.m. to cheer on your favorite team for the Super Bowl! The party will end at half time so please plan your ride accordingly.  If you have any questions, contact Joey South.

CONNECT: This Wednesday we will be serving burgers, baked mac and cheese, fruit salad, and dessert for dinner at 5:30 pm.  The Jr. High youth will meet at 6:15 pm. The CONNECT Kids will meet at 6:15 pm as well, and the Adult Bible Study will be at 6:30 pm in the choir room.

Cupid Carnival:  In celebration of our love for Jesus, we will be having a Cupid Carnival on Wednesday, February 12.  Bring the family that evening and join us for pizza at 5:30 pm, with games to follow!

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

February 11- Painting with Sandi

                                               February 11- Men’s Study

                                            February 12- Cupid Carnival

                                 February 16- Filling Backpacks After service

                             February 19- Backpack Deliveries to Cumberland

                                          February 21- Sr. High Lock-In

                                   February 22- Pizza and a Movie Night

                                       February 25- Painting with Sandi

                                             February 25- Men’s Study

January 26, 2020

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                   

*Songs                                             Watch and Pray                                                 -Paris

*Congregational Greeting

Prayer of Confession

Words of Assurance and Law of God

(Children age 3-2nd grade released to Children & Worship)

 The Word of God

*Songs                                           Good, Good Father                              -Barrett/Brown

                                                        Glory to the King                                          -Brewster

Scripture:                                      Colossians Chapter 4

Message                                           “Opening Doors”

Prayer for Blessing                              Pastor Tom        

 The Response to the Word

Moment for Ministry

Offering                                          

*Doxology                      Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow                  -No. 382

Offertory Prayers

*Song                                              I Go to the Rock                                              -Rambo

*Benediction                           

 Postlude                             

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

January Calling Team:  Please call David S or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

January Mission of the Month: The City Rescue Mission of Lansing. Today is the last day to contribute to this worthy cause.

CONNECT: This Wednesday we will be serving chicken enchiladas, salad, and dessert for dinner at 5:30 pm.  The Jr. High youth will meet at 6:15 pm. The CONNECT Kids will meet at 6:15 pm as well, and the Adult Bible Study will be at 6:30 pm in the choir room.

Please Pray For: traveling mercies as Mark and June B prepare to travel to the Mayo Clinic for Mark’s check-up.  Please also pray for good news from the doctors and for continued overall health.   

Super Bowl Sub Sale: (January 5-January 26):  Today is the last day to get your orders in! You may pick up your subs on Sunday, February 2nd, to either enjoy on game day or to freeze for later!  Payment is due at pick up time. Thank you to all who ordered.  The proceeds from this sale will go towards our 2020 mission trips.

New Member's Class: will begin Sunday, February 2, following the worship service in the Choir Room (Rm # 12). If you are new to Immanuel or have attended for a while but have not become a member, come and learn more about what excites us, how we operate, and how you fit into the big picture! Pastor Tom and the elders will be leading for 4 weeks. Please let Pastor Tom or Dave S know if you are interested or have any questions.

Flower Chart: Just a reminder that the Flower Chart is located on the bulletin board in the FLC.  Please take a moment to look this over and then sign up for a date that is special to you to bring flowers. This is a wonderful way to brighten up our sanctuary on Sunday mornings and to recognize your loved ones for either birthdays, anniversaries, or just because.  Thank you for taking the time to do this, we still have lots of dates available.

Siloam Christian Church: Please pray for their ministry to continue growing!

Our Leaders Covet Your Fervent Prayer

Pastor Tom Grabill, Immanuel leadership, and our ministry teams

   Friends with Health Concerns

  Gary A, Mark B, John B, Joe C,

    Howard J. C, Sandy F, Carol G,

    Ronda , Roland H and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

Julie L, Marian P, Sandi S,

and Joy V for continued healing.

Save the Dates

February 4- Elder’s Meeting

                                         February 11- Painting with Sandi

                                               February 11- Men’s Study

                                 February 16- Filling Backpacks After service

                             February 19- Backpack Deliveries to Cumberland

                                          February 21- Sr. High Lock-In

                                       February 25- Painting with Sandi

                                             February 25- Men’s Study