Sunday, January 7, 2024

What is the story that defines your life? What is the narrative which helps you see the world and find your place in it? You may not realize it, but all of us are living by some sort of story. It could be something as common as the story of the American Dream or the beloved story of the underdog. Or it could be a cultural narrative like the ones told by the philosophies of conservatism, progressivism, or relativism. The reality is, even if you don’t realize it your life has been shaped by a particular story. Everything from your hometown to your chosen political party shapes how you view the world and your place in it. In this series we will explore the metanarrative of Scripture to see how the grand overarching story of Scripture tells us not only who God is and how God is at work, but also how this Story defines and directs our lives as God invites us through Scripture to find our place in it.

A metanarrative is “an overarching account or interpretation of events and circumstances that provides a pattern or structure for people’s beliefs and gives meaning to their experiences.” In this series, Metanarrative, we will explore how the overarching story of Scripture is the story of God’s redemptive mission to restore us and all of His creation to shalom by putting all things right and making all things new in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit. Our aim in this series will be to ask of Scripture, not, how does Scripture relate to my life, but rather, how does my life relate to the story of Scripture?

Today’s Worship

Ancient of Days
Revelation Song 

I Love to Tell the Story

Scripture

1 Corinthians 15:1-8; 20-28

Message

“Scripture as an Unfolding Drama.” 

Those Who Trust

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Calling Team Assignments: In an effort to offer more personalized care to our church members, we have divided each member into smaller groups with one Elder and one Deacon as a resource and contact person. If you need prayer or have a question or concern, please call the Elder or Deacon that you are assigned to according to your last name.

Last Name A-D

Elder Janet V

Deacon Fred H

Last Name E-H

Elder Harold S

Deacon Sally K

Last Name J-P

Elder Dave S

Deacon Kerri Mi

Last Name R-W

Elder Matt O

Deacon Jessi F

January Mission of the Month: Immanuel   partners with Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. To make a donation, you may place a check in the offering plate with M.O.M written in the memo line, or you may purchase items needed listed under the “Local Needs” section of this bulletin.

Thank You to All Who Contributed to the Staff Christmas Gifts: We are grateful for your kindness and generosity. Thank you for blessing us this holiday season!

Winter Break: There will be no High School Hangout, CONNECT Dinner, CONNECT Kids, or Youth Group Meetings over Christmas Break, 12/24/23-1/13/24. 

Upcoming Study Opportunity: Today we begin a new sermon series on how to read the Bible. This series will focus on the grand narrative of Scripture. As a companion to this series, we will be offering the opportunity for further engagement through reading the book, Where Do I Come In? by Brian Keepers. This book is a 5 week journey through Scripture that focuses on the mission of God in Jesus Christ and how we can read the Bible in a way that helps us to find our place in God's mission. We will meet on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm, for a discussion beginning this Wednesday, January 10th, or if your Life Group wishes to study the book together you are encouraged to do so.

Chili Cook-Off: Please plan on joining us next Sunday, January 14th, after the worship service, to enjoy some different kinds of chili and vote for your favorite one! Donations will be accepted to benefit the youth summer mission trips.  If you would like to compete in this cook-off by preparing a large pot of your best chili, and crush the competition, please sign up on our website via the “Bulletin Board” tab.

Save the Dates:

01/17- High School Hangout, 3:00 pm

01/17- CONNECT Dinner, 5:30 pm

01/17- CONNECT Kids, 6:15 pm

01/17- Jr. High Youth Group, 6:15 pm

01/18- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:00 pm

Family Game Night: Saturday, January 20, at 6:30 pm. Bring your favorite games, snacks to share, and look forward to fellowship and fun with your church family and friends!

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary. You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Mobile Food Bank:  We will host another Mobile Food Bank on Saturday, February 3, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Personal Needs Closet: This ministry provides personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. We are currently in need of children’s toothbrushes, paper towels, bleach, and laundry pods/soap. Please place donations in the baskets under the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)-

Sundays, September 17 - May 12

5:30-6:30 pm- Open Volleyball

6:30-8:00 pm- Youth Group Meets

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

December 31, 2023

Tension is not something we often think of when it comes to Christmas, yet if you pay attention it is everywhere.

Though Christmas is often a season marked by comfort and joy it is also a season that brings the tension of stressed schedules, stretched budgets, patience spread thin, and strained relationships. Try as we might to avoid it, tension is a reality of the Christmas season. But as we will explore in this series it is also a part of the Christmas Story.

In this series for the season of Advent we will explore the tension of the Christmas Story to see how God is present and working in and through the tension of despair and hope, doubt and faith, weakness and strength, and the mystery of Christmas that is God with us. As we explore the tension of the Story perhaps we will find hope in unexpected places.

Today’s Worship

Hark the Herald Angels Sing

Joyful, Joyful

Do You Hear What I Hear?

Scripture

Romans 13:11-14

Message

“New Day, New You” 

My Soul Magnifies the Lord

December Calling Team: Please call Dave S or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month: The City Rescue Mission of Lansing is a Christian ministry that serves Michigan's capital area, meeting the physical needs of food and shelter, and bringing those with spiritual needs the Hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Winter Break: There will be no High School Hangout, CONNECT Dinner, CONNECT Kids, or Youth Group Meetings over Christmas Break, 12/24/23-1/13/24.  We will resume our regular activities on Sunday, January 14, 2024.

Upcoming Study Opportunity: On January 7th we will begin a new sermon series on how to read the Bible. This series will focus on the grand narrative of Scripture. As a companion to this series, we will be offering the opportunity for further engagement through reading the book, Where Do I Come In? by Brian Keepers. This book is a 5 week journey through Scripture that focuses on the mission of God in Jesus Christ and how we can read the Bible in a way that helps us to find our place in God's mission. We will meet on Wednesday nights at 6:00 for a discussion beginning Wednesday, January 10th. Or if your Life Group wishes to study the book together you are encouraged to do so. Books are $12.00 and can be reserved by signing up on our website. They will then be distributed on Sunday, January 7th, and Wednesday January 10th.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot this Saturday, January 6, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Family Game Night: Do you enjoy playing board games, card games, or learning new games that you have never played before? If so, please plan on joining us for a “Family Game Night” here at Immanuel on Saturday, January 20, at 6:30 pm. Bring your favorite games along, some snacks to share, and look forward to fellowship and fun with your church family and friends! If you have any questions, please contact the office or Kandy Hannula.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred Hannula know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of children’s toothbrushes, paper towels, and laundry pods/soap. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, or know somebody who is, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Save the Dates:

01/09- Deacon’s Meeting, 6:00 pm

01/09- Elder’s Meeting, 6:30 pm

01/09- Consistory Meeting, 7:30 pm

01/09- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

01/10- Quilting (Morningside Rm.), 2:00 pm

01/14- Worship/ Communion, 10:00 am

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday December 24, 2023- Christmas Eve Candelight Service

Organist- Bill H

Narrator- Dave S

Old Testament Scripture Reader- Kandy H

New Testament Scripture Reader- Jill B

Advent Candle Readers- Chris & Sheryl P

Songs- Emily Williams, Karla Ter Haar, and Jessi F

2023 Christmas Eve Order of Worship

From Then to Now: A Narrative Journey of God’s Promises and Purposes

Fulfilled in the Birth of Jesus Christ.

Organ Prelude

Welcoming

Call to Worship: Isaiah 40:1-5

Opening Prayer

Opening Song: O Holy Night

Narration

Reading: 1 Samuel 2:1-10

Reading: Luke 1:39-56

Song: O Come, O Come Emmanuel

Nazareth

Narration

Reading: Isaiah 7:14

Reading: Matthew 1:18-25

Song: O Come All Ye Faithful

Bethlehem

Narration

Reader: Micah 5:2-5

Reader: Luke 2:1-7

Song: O Little Town of Bethlehem  

The Countryside of Judea

Narration

Reading: Isaiah 61:1-4

Reading: Luke 2:8-20

Song: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

Lighting of the Christ Candle

Homily: Luke 2:12

The Home of the Messiah

Narration

Reading: Isaiah 49:5-7

Reading: Matthew 2:1-12

Song: Joy to the World

To the Ends of the Earth

Narration

Reader: Isaiah 60:1-4

Reader: Matthew 28:18-20

You are the Light of the World

Lighting of Candles

Song: Silent Night

Benediction

December 24, 2023

Tension is not something we often think of when it comes to Christmas, yet if you pay attention it is everywhere.

Though Christmas is often a season marked by comfort and joy it is also a season that brings the tension of stressed schedules, stretched budgets, patience spread thin, and strained relationships. Try as we might to avoid it, tension is a reality of the Christmas season. But as we will explore in this series it is also a part of the Christmas Story.

 In this series for the season of Advent we will explore the tension of the Christmas Story to see how God is present and working in and through the tension of despair and hope, doubt and faith, weakness and strength, and the mystery of Christmas that is God with us. As we explore the tension of the Story perhaps we will find hope in unexpected places.

Today’s Worship

Angels We Have Heard on High

Away in a Manger

Advent Candle Lighting/ Reading

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus

Scripture

Luke 1:57-80

Message

“A New Day Dawning” 

Joy to the World (Unspeakable Joy)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team: Please call Dave S or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month: The City Rescue Mission of Lansing is a Christian ministry that serves Michigan's capital area, meeting the physical needs of food and shelter, and bringing those with spiritual needs the Hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: Join us this evening at 6:00 pm, to celebrate the birth of our Savior through scripture, songs, the lighting of the Christ candle, and a Christmas message.

Upcoming Study Opportunity: On January 7th we will begin a new sermon series on how to read the Bible. This series will focus on the grand narrative of Scripture. As a companion to this series, we will be offering the opportunity for further engagement through reading the book, Where Do I Come In? by Brian Keepers. This book is a 5 week journey through Scripture that focuses on the mission of God in Jesus Christ and how we can read the Bible in a way that helps us to find our place in God's mission. We will meet on Wednesday nights at 6:00 for a discussion beginning Wednesday, January 10th. Or if your Life Group wishes to study the book together you are encouraged to do so. Books are $12.00 and can be reserved by signing up on our website. They will then be distributed on Sunday, January 7th, and Wednesday January 10th.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, January 6, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Winter Break: There will be no High School Hangout, CONNECT Dinner, CONNECT Kids, or Youth Group Meetings over Winter Break, 12/24/23-1/13/24.  We will resume our regular activities on Sunday, January 14, 2024.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred Hannula know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel.

Save the Dates:

01/03- No CONNECT (Winter Break)

01/03- No Jr. High Youth Group

01/06- Mobile Food Bank, 9-11 am

01/09- Deacon’s Meeting, 6:00 pm

01/09- Elder’s Meeting, 6:30 pm

01/09- Consistory Meeting, 7:30 pm

01/09- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

01/10- Quilting (Morningside Rm.), 2:00 pm

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of children’s toothbrushes, paper towels, and laundry pods/soap. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, or know somebody who is, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

December 17, 2023

Tension is not something we often think of when it comes to Christmas, yet if you pay attention it is everywhere.

Though Christmas is often a season marked by comfort and joy it is also a season that brings the tension of stressed schedules, stretched budgets, patience spread thin, and strained relationships. Try as we might to avoid it, tension is a reality of the Christmas season. But as we will explore in this series it is also a part of the Christmas Story.

In this series for the season of Advent we will explore the tension of the Christmas Story to see how God is present and working in and through the tension of despair and hope, doubt and faith, weakness and strength, and the mystery of Christmas that is God with us. As we explore the tension of the Story perhaps we will find hope in unexpected places.

Today’s Worship

Joy To The World

What Child is This 

Advent Candle Lighting/ Reading

O Come O Come Emmanuel 

Scripture

Luke 1:26-56

Message

“Turning Our World Upside Down.” 

My Soul Magnifies the Lord

ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team: Please call Dave S or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month: The City Rescue Mission of Lansing is a Christian ministry that serves Michigan's capital area, meeting the physical needs of food and shelter, and bringing those with spiritual needs the Hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Christmas Family Fun Night: Join us this Wednesday, December 20th, for a Christmas Family Fun Night here at Immanuel!  Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. After dinner, there will be ornament making, cookie decorating, and a Christmas story reading for the kids to enjoy!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: Next Sunday, December 24th, at 6pm. Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior through scripture, songs, the lighting of the Christ candle, and a Christmas message.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, January 6, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

The 1st Quarter 2024 Greeter Sign-up Has Been Posted in the Family Life Center: This is a great way to be a friendly face to both members and visitors.  Please sign up to get the year started off right!  If you have any questions please contact Sheryl P via her contact info in the directory.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred Hannula know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel.

Save the Dates:

12/26- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

12/27- No CONNECT (Winter Break)

12/27- No Jr. High Youth Group

01/03- No CONNECT (Winter Break)

01/03- No Jr. High Youth Group

01/06- Mobile Food Bank, 9-11 am

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of bar soap, body wash, hand soap, children’s toothbrushes, toothpaste, and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, or know somebody who is, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

December 10, 2023

Tension is not something we often think of when it comes to Christmas, yet if you pay attention it is everywhere.

Though Christmas is often a season marked by comfort and joy it is also a season that brings the tension of stressed schedules, stretched budgets, patience spread thin, and strained relationships. Try as we might to avoid it, tension is a reality of the Christmas season. But as we will explore in this series it is also a part of the Christmas Story.

In this series for the season of Advent we will explore the tension of the Christmas Story to see how God is present and working in and through the tension of despair and hope, doubt and faith, weakness and strength, and the mystery of Christmas that is God with us. As we explore the tension of the Story perhaps we will find hope in unexpected places.

Today’s Worship

Lord I Need You

O Little Town of Bethlehem 

Advent Candle Lighting/ Reading

Welcome New Member- Jill B.

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus

Scripture

Luke 1:5-25

Message

“What Are We To Do With Doubt?” 

Glory (Let There Be Peace)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team: Please call Dave S or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month: The City Rescue Mission of Lansing is a Christian ministry that serves Michigan's capital area, meeting the physical needs of food and shelter, and bringing those with spiritual needs the Hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Potluck with a Purpose: Join us after the service this morning for our “Potluck with a Purpose”, in celebration of our mission volunteers and all of their hard work, and to help bring in more items for our Personal Needs Ministry here at Immanuel.

Glad Tiding Cookie Exchange: This Saturday, December 16, we are going to have a cookie exchange, in the Morningside room, from 10 am- 12 pm. Each participant brings 4 dozen of one type of cookie and then takes home a large variety of cookies to enjoy. We will also make cookie plates to take, along with a flyer, to invite someone to the Christmas Eve service. Light refreshments will be served. Please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website. If you can’t attend but would like to participate, please contact Kandy H.

Christmas Family Fun Night: Join us on Wednesday, December 20th, for a Christmas Family Fun Night here at Immanuel!  Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. After dinner, there will be ornament making, cookie decorating, and a Christmas story reading for the kids to enjoy!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: Sunday, December 24th, at 6pm. Join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior through scripture, songs, the lighting of the Christ candle, and a Christmas message.

Advent Devotionals: Pastor Matt will continue to send out a weekly Advent devotional during the Advent season. The emails go out on Sunday mornings and include a series of Scripture readings to read throughout the week. If you would like to receive these devotions, please sign up via the “Bulletin Board” tab on our website.

The 1st Quarter 2024 Greeter Sign-up Has Been Posted in the Family Life Center: This is a great way to be a friendly face to both members and visitors.  Please sign up to get the year started off right!  If you have any questions please contact Sheryl P via her contact info in the directory.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred Hannula know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of bar soap, body wash, hand soap, children’s toothbrushes, toothpaste, and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, or know somebody who is, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

December 3, 2023

Tension is not something we often think of when it comes to Christmas, yet if you pay attention it is everywhere.

Though Christmas is often a season marked by comfort and joy it is also a season that brings the tension of stressed schedules, stretched budgets, patience spread thin, and strained relationships. Try as we might to avoid it, tension is a reality of the Christmas season. But as we will explore in this series it is also a part of the Christmas Story.

In this series for the season of Advent we will explore the tension of the Christmas Story to see how God is present and working in and through the tension of despair and hope, doubt and faith, weakness and strength, and the mystery of Christmas that is God with us. As we explore the tension of the Story perhaps we will find hope in unexpected places.

Today’s Worship

Days of Elijah

Shout to the Lord 

Advent Candle Lighting/ Reading

O Come O Come Emmanuel

Scripture

Isaiah 40:1-11; 27-31

Message

“The Gospel of Advent”

 Go Tell It On the Mountains

ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team: Please call Dave S or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month: The City Rescue Mission of Lansing is a Christian ministry that serves Michigan's capital area, meeting the physical needs of food and shelter, and bringing those with spiritual needs the Hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot this Tuesday, December 5, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org, Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Free Books: There will be a table set up in the Family Life Center this morning with free books on it.  Please take a moment to check it out after the service.

Bingo: Come have fun and join us for Bingo, in the Morningside Room, after the CONNECT dinner, this Wednesday, December 6, from 6:15-7:15 pm.

Potluck with a Purpose: Next Sunday, December 10, after the service. The purpose of this potluck is to celebrate our mission volunteers here at Immanuel and all or your hard work. It is also to help bring in more items for the Personal Needs Ministry. If you would like to attend, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website.

Glad Tiding Cookie Exchange: On Saturday, December 16, we are going to have a cookie exchange, in the Morningside room, from 10 am- 12 pm. Each participant brings 4 dozen of one type of cookie and then takes home a large variety of cookies to enjoy. We will also make cookie plates to take, along with a flyer, to invite someone to the Christmas Eve service. Light refreshments will be served. Please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website. If you can’t attend but would like to participate, please contact Kandy H.

Immanuel is going to be hosting a "Christmas Family Fun Night" on Wednesday, December 20th, from 6-7:30 pm.: This is going to be a community event where kids will enjoy crafting ornaments, decorating cookies, and listening to a reading of the Christmas story. There will also be free food served for the whole family. Please plan on joining us that evening, and please also take a moment to share this event with your family and friends on Facebook as well!

Advent Devotionals: Pastor Matt will be sending out a weekly Advent devotional during the Advent season that you are invited to engage in. The email will go out on Sunday mornings and include a series of Scripture readings to read throughout the week. If you would like to receive these devotions, please sign up via the “Bulletin Board” tab on our website.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred Hannula know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org. 

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of body wash, hand soap, women’s conditioner, women’s deodorant, women’s shaving cream, bleach, and laundry pods. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, or know somebody who is, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

November 26, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

Count Your Blessings

Be Thou My Vision

In Christ Alone

Scripture

Ephesians 6:10-20

Message

“Worthy of the Calling Pt. 4” 

Overcome 

Sara Eytcheson- Alvarado

(ElmTree Ministries)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team: Please call Sally K or Matt O with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: We are sponsoring a single mom from Central Africa and her 5 year old daughter, a 33 year old man from Afghanistan, and a 21 year old female from Guinea. We will have an Angel tree set up outside of the sanctuary with gift tags to choose from telling you who the gift is for, their age, and a desired gift. After purchasing your gift, we ask that you return it here to Immanuel unwrapped, with the original receipt, or a copy of it attached.  Please underline the gift purchased on the receipt.

Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission.

Staff Holiday Gifts: If you would like to contribute towards a  monetary Christmas gift for the ICRC staff, please enclose your gift in an envelope labeled “Staff Gift”, or you may write this on the memo line of your check, and then drop it into one of the collection plates at the front of the sanctuary. Please also be sure to include your envelope number for contribution credit.  The deadline to contribute is this Thursday, November 30th. The deacons will then divide the funds among the staff for their annual holiday gifts from the ICRC congregation.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, December 5, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org, Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up

Bingo: Come have fun and join us for Bingo, in the Morningside Room, after the CONNECT dinner, on Wednesday, December 6, from 6:15-7:15 pm.

Prayer Team Announcement: The Prayer Team wishes to remind you that the "Prayer Request" box near the Communion table in the sanctuary is always available for your prayer requests, and the team is always ready to join you in prayer before God. Your requests are welcomed and confidential.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred H know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of body wash, women’s conditioner, women’s deodorant, toothpaste, bleach, and laundry pods. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, or know somebody who is, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Save the Dates:

12/05- Mobile Food Bank, 4-6 pm

12/06- CONNECT, 5:30 pm

12/06- Bingo, 6:15 pm

    12/10- Potluck with a Purpose, 11:15 am

    12/16- Glad Tidings Cookie Exchange, 10:00 am

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

November 19, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

For The Beauty of the Earth

Great Is Thy Faithfulness 

Solo: You Say (Sally K)

Piano: Kelly J

Scripture

Ephesians 5:21-6:9

Message

“Worthy of the Calling Pt. 3” 

How Great Thou Art

ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team: Please call Sally K or Matt O with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: We are sponsoring a single mom from Central Africa and her 5 year old daughter, a 33 year old man from Afghanistan, and a 21 year old female from Guinea. We will have an Angel tree set up outside of the sanctuary with gift tags to choose from telling you who the gift is for, their age, and a desired gift. After purchasing your gift, we ask that you return it here to Immanuel unwrapped, with the original receipt, or a copy of it attached.  Please underline the gift purchased on the receipt. Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission.

Staff Holiday Gifts: If you would like to contribute towards a  monetary Christmas gift for the ICRC staff, please enclose your gift in an envelope labeled “Staff Gift”, or you may write this on the memo line of your check, and then drop it into one of the collection plates at the front of the sanctuary. Please also be sure to include your envelope number for contribution credit.  The deadline to contribute is Thursday, November 30th. The deacons will then divide the funds among the staff for their annual holiday gifts from the ICRC congregation.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, December 5, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org, Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up

Bingo: Come have fun and join us for Bingo, in the Morningside Room, after the CONNECT dinner, Wednesday, December 6, 6:15-7:15 pm.

Potluck with a Purpose: We are going to have a "Potluck with a Purpose” after the service on Sunday, December 10. The purpose of this potluck is to help bring in more items for the Personal Needs Ministry here at Immanuel. If you would like to attend, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass. Please also plan on bringing a personal need item to donate from the list provided if you are able.

Your 2024 Envelope Number is (Probably) Changing: In order to avoid ordering, paying for and disposing of (recycling) hundreds of unused giving envelopes, we are renumbering (most) envelopes for 2024.  Additionally, if you did not utilize your envelopes in 2022 or so far in 2023, we will not automatically distribute them to you in 2024. If you do not receive them but would like them in 2024, please let the office or Fred Hannula know and we will get them to you.  Thank you for all of your contributions (time, talents, and treasures) to further God’s ministries at Immanuel. 

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of body wash, women’s conditioner, women’s deodorant, toothpaste, bleach, and laundry pods. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Save the Dates:

11/28- Men’s Study

11/29- High School Hangout, 3-5 pm

11/29- CONNECT, 5:30 pm

12/3- Sr. High Youth Group, 6 pm

12/5- Mobile Food Bank, 4-6 pm

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

November 12, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

When Morning Gilds the Skies 

All Creatures of Our God and King

Blessed Assurance

Because He Lives

Scripture

Ephesians 4:17-24; 5:1-20

Message

“Worthy of the Calling Pt. 2”

Communion

Everywhere That I Go 

Now Thank We All Our God

November Calling Team: Please call Sally K or Matt O with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: We are sponsoring a single mom from Central Africa and her 5 year old daughter, a 33 year old man from Afghanistan, and a 21 year old female from Guinea.

During the month of November, we will have an Angel tree set up outside of the sanctuary with gift tags to choose from. Each tag will tell you who the gift is for, their age, and a desired gift. (We will also have wish lists posted on the bulletin board next to the tree.) 

After purchasing your gift, we ask that you return it here to Immanuel unwrapped.  Please also turn in your original receipt, or a copy of it, with the gift purchased underlined. This is for "charitable contribution" tracking purposes. You may turn in gift receipts as well if you would like.

Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission.

Assembling & Delivering Thanksgiving Baskets: We still need at least 4 more groups of 2 or more people to deliver Thanksgiving Baskets next Sunday, November 19, after the service. If you are able to help with this, please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org. You may also call the church office.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, December 5, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org, Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up

Staff Holiday Gifts: If you would like to contribute towards a  monetary Christmas gift for the ICRC staff, please enclose your gift in an envelope labeled “Staff Gift”, or you may write this on the memo line of your check, and then drop it into one of the collection plates at the front of the sanctuary. Please also be sure to include your envelope number for contribution credit.  The deadline to contribute is Thursday, November 30th. The deacons will then divide the funds among the staff for their annual holiday gifts from the ICRC congregation. 

Potluck with a Purpose: We are going to have a "Potluck with a Purpose” after the service on Sunday, December 10. The purpose of this potluck is to help bring in more items for the Personal Needs Ministry here at Immanuel. If you would like to attend, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass. Please also plan on bringing a personal need item to donate from the list provided if you are able.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org. 

Local Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of women’s shampoo & conditioner, women’s shaving cream, bleach, laundry pods, dryer sheets, body wash, and dish soap. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Emily J, Barb K, Jack N,

Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

November 5, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

Sing, Sing, Sing

Build My Life

The Solid Rock

Scripture

Ephesians 4:1-16

Message

“Worthy of the Calling Pt. 1” 

Lifesong

ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team: Please call Sally K or Matt O with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: This year we are sponsoring a single mom from Central Africa, and her 5 year old daughter. We will also be sponsoring a 33 year old man from Afghanistan, and a 21 year old female from Guinea.

During the month of November, we will have an Angel tree set up outside of the sanctuary with gift tags to choose from. Each tag will tell you who the gift is for, their age, and a desired gift. (We will also have wish lists posted on the bulletin board next to the tree.) 

After purchasing your gift, we ask that you return it here to Immanuel unwrapped.  Please also turn in your original receipt, or a copy of it, with the gift purchased underlined. This is for "charitable contribution" tracking purposes.  No gift receipts please.

Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission.

Flowers Provided By: Carrie B in celebration of Amber B’s birthday on Tuesday, November 7.  Amber, we pray that you enjoy your day to the fullest and find God’s goodness in every part of it. Happy Birthday!

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking this Tuesday, November 7, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

CONNECT: Join us each Wednesday for a free family meal at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, also meets at that time.

Assembling & Delivering Thanksgiving Baskets Sunday, November 19, after the service: If you are able to help with assembling, delivering, or both, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. If you will be delivering, we ask that you go in groups of 2 or 3.

 Save the Dates:

11/14- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

11/15- High School Hangout, 3-5 pm

11/15- CONNECT Dinner, 5:30 pm

11/15- CONNECT Kids, 6:15 pm

11/15- Jr. High Youth Group, 6:15 am

11/19- Assembling & Delivering Thanksgiving Baskets, 11:15 am

11/22- No CONNECT, Thanksgiving Break

11/22- No Jr. High Youth Group

11/23- Happy Thanksgiving!

11/26- No Sr. High Youth Group

11/28- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of women’s shampoo & conditioner, women’s shaving cream, bleach, laundry pods, dryer sheets, body wash, and dish soap. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

October 29, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

Glory To The King

Good, Good Father

They'll Know We Are Christians By Our Love

Scripture

Ephesians 3

Message

“The Gospel: The Mystery and Manifold Wisdom of God.” 

Not To Us

ANNOUNCEMENTS

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, L.G. in India, and Jibit Asha International.

New Member’s Class: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service today, in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs through the double glass doors.

Children’s Ministry Meeting: If you volunteer with children in any way here at Immanuel, even if you are not on a children’s ministry team, please take a moment to join us for the first half of the Children’s Ministry meeting today. The meeting will be immediately after the service, in the common area of the basement. We would like to talk about interactions with children and expectations. This should only take about 10-15 minutes of your time. All others who are on a children’s ministry team are asked to stay for the remainder of the meeting.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot next Tuesday, November 7, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up

Thanksgiving Baskets Payments Due Today: Please place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary or drop it off at the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Assembling & Delivering Thanksgiving Baskets Sunday, November 19, after the service: If you are able to help with assembling, delivering, or both, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. If you will be delivering, we ask that you go in groups of 2 or 3.

November Will be a Month of Thankfulness Where We Celebrate and Give Thanks to God Through Hymns: Please take a moment to share your favorite hymn with us by visiting our website, and then clicking on the ”Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right corner.

Save the Dates:

11/07- Mobile Food Bank, 4-6 pm

11/08- Quilting, 230-530 pm

11/09- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:00 pm

11/12- Worship/ Communion, 10:00 am

11/14- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

11/19- Thanksgiving Baskets, 11:15 am

11/22- No CONNECT or Jr. High Youth Group Meeting, Thanksgiving Break

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of women’s shampoo & conditioner, toothpaste, bleach, dryer sheets, body wash, and dish soap. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

October 22, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

Because of Your Love

How He Loves

Amazing Grace

Scripture

Ephesians 2:1-22

Message

“God's Handiwork: One New Humanity” 

Lord's Prayer (It's Yours)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, L.G. in India, and Jibit Asha International.

Flowers Provided By: Don and Pat W in celebration of their 64th  wedding anniversary on October 24th. Don and Pat, the union of your hearts brings such joy to others as you walk in faithfulness to one another and to the Lord. Happy Anniversary!

Annual Trunk-or-Treat Community Event, This Wednesday, October 25, from 6-7pm:  If you would like to decorate your vehicle and help pass out candy, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then plan on showing up to the church about 30 minutes early that evening to park and decorate.

New Member’s Class Next Sunday, October 29: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service for a “New Member’s” class. Please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. The class will be held in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Children’s Ministry Meeting: If you volunteer with children in any way here at Immanuel, even if you are not on a children’s ministry team, but volunteer for certain events such as serving at CONNECT dinners, or the community events that we put on for the kids throughout the year, we ask that you take a moment to join us for the first half of the Children’s Ministry Team meeting on Sunday, October 29th. We will be meeting immediately after the service, in the common area of the basement, to talk about interactions with children and expectations. This should only take about 10-15 minutes of your time. All others who are on a children’s ministry team are asked to stay for the remainder of the meeting. Thank you.     

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, November 7, from 4-6 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

November Will be a Month of Thankfulness Where We Celebrate and Give Thanks to God Through Hymns: Please take a moment to share your favorite hymn with us by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the ”Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right corner.

Save the Dates:

11/01- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30 pm

11/07- Mobile Food Bank, 4-6 pm

11/08- Quilting, 230-530 pm

11/09- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:00 pm

11/12- Worship/ Communion, 10:00 am

11/18- Spaghetti Dinner/ Dessert Auction, 6 pm

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of dish soap, toothpaste, and Kleenex. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, October 15, 2023

What is the church? What does it look like to be a church? How does God call us to be His church today? We will explore the answers to these questions and many more in our series through Ephesians.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesian church is often described as God's model for the quintessential church. In this letter we learn how pivotal the church is to God's mission in the world and what it looks like for us to live out our faith in community together.

Over the next 7 weeks we will explore what it means to be God's church formed by and for the work of His grace in Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Worship

O Praise Him

How Great is Our God

Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me

Scripture

Ephesians 1:3-23

Message

“The Handiwork of Grace” 

Hosanna

ANNOUNCEMENTS

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, Linn Gann in India, and Jibit Asha International.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, October 18th, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.

Annual Trunk-or-Treat Community Event, Next Wednesday, October 25, from 6-7pm:  If you would like to decorate your vehicle and help pass out candy, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then plan on showing up to the church about 30 minutes early that evening to park and decorate.

Candy Donations: We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat. If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

New Member’s Class Sunday, October 29: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service for a “New Member’s” class. Please sign up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. The class will be held in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Thanksgiving Baskets Payments Due Sunday, October 29th: Please place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary or drop it off at the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Assemble & Deliver Thanksgiving Baskets: If you are able to help assemble and/or deliver Thanksgiving baskets after the service on Sunday, November 19, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. If you will be delivering, we ask that you go in groups of 2 or 3.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org. 

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of men’s & women’s shampoo & conditioner, men’s and women’s deodorant, bleach, toothpaste, and Kleenex. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays (September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, October 8, 2023

The book of Haggai is about the people of Israel's return from exile and their neglect of God and rebuilding the Temple. But, more than calling the people to task for their laziness, the book of Haggai is about God refocusing the hearts of His people on Him in order for them to re-engage His purposes for them.

In this 4 week series on the book of Haggai, we will look at how God works to call our attention to His presence in our midst so that we too might refocus our hearts on Him and re-engage the mission that He is accomplishing in Jesus Christ by His Spirit.

Today’s Worship

You Are Good

It Was Finished Upon That Cross

Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

Scripture

Haggai 2:10-23

Message

 “Brought to Fruition”

Prince of Peace

ANNOUNCEMENTS

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, L.G. in India, and Jibit Asha International.

Flowers Provided By: Carrie B in remembrance of her mom Sandy F’s birthday, and in celebration of Cora and Taylor’s birthday this month. Sandy, you are loved, you are missed, you are remembered. Cora and Taylor may the Lord Jesus shine His light on you as He showers you with blessings and grace throughout the year.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, October 4th, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.

Trunk-or-Treat: Our Annual Trunk-or-Treat community event will take place in our parking lot on Wednesday, October 25, from 6-7 pm.  If you would like to decorate your vehicle and pass out candy, please plan on showing up to the church about a half an hour early to get parked and situated.

Candy Donations:We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat. If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

Thanksgiving Baskets Payments Due Sunday, October 29th: Please place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary or drop it off at the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Assemble & Deliver Thanksgiving Baskets: If you are able to help assemble and/or deliver Thanksgiving baskets, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. If you will be delivering baskets, we ask that you go in groups of 2 or 3.

New Member’s Class Sunday, October 29: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service this day for a “New Member’s” class. Please sign up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the bulletin board tab. The class will be held in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Save the Dates:

10/24- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

10/25- Trunk-or-Treat, 6-7 pm.

10/26- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:00 pm.

10/29- Children’s Ministry Team, 11:15 am.

11/01- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30 pm

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of toothpaste, sanitary pads, Kleenex, and bleach. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, October 1, 2023

The book of Haggai is about the people of Israel's return from exile and their neglect of God and rebuilding the Temple. But, more than calling the people to task for their laziness, the book of Haggai is about God refocusing the hearts of His people on Him in order for them to re-engage His purposes for them.

In this 4 week series on the book of Haggai, we will look at how God works to call our attention to His presence in our midst so that we too might refocus our hearts on Him and re-engage the mission that He is accomplishing in Jesus Christ by His Spirit.

Today’s Worship

Sing to the King

How Great Thou Art

Welcoming New Members

Take My Life and Let it Be

Scripture

Haggai 2:1-9

Message

“Glory Days” 

Lord's Prayer (It's Yours)

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, LG in India, and Jibit Asha International.

Congratulations New Members:  Today we joyfully welcome David and Andrea B., Joe D., Karen D., and Ellen D. into new membership. New members are a gift from God, and an encouragement to us as we build His Kingdom. Please keep them all in your prayers, asking God for His guidance as they grow in love and faith here at Immanuel.

Potluck Today: Please join us in the Family Life Center after the service this morning for a potluck to celebrate Immanuel’s 68th anniversary!

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, October 4th, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time. 

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here this Saturday, October 7, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Thanksgiving Baskets: If you would like to purchase a basket for a family in need this year, please sign-up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. The cost of each basket is $50. We will need a final commitment by noon, this Tuesday, October 3.  Payments are due by Sunday, October 29th.  Please place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary or drop it off to the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

New Member’s Class Sunday, October 29: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service this day for a “New Member’s” class. Please sign up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the bulletin board tab. The class will be held in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Candy Donations: We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat that will be held in our parking lot Wednesday, October 25th.  If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of toilet paper and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Please welcome Brian and Elizabeth Bruxvoort this morning who are here to give us an update regarding their mission in Alaska. 

Brian and Elizabeth work in partnership with the Mission Aviation Repair Center where they provide transportation for pastors, missionaries, Bible camps, and various other ministries that bring the hope of Christ to remote Alaskan villages.

Whether they are transporting passengers or providing maintenance service for other missionaries, or pastors planes, the Bruxvoort’s goal is to be the hands and feet of Jesus in all of their work. 

Brian will also be giving us the message today from Psalm 103, teaching us about the “Gospel of Gratitude.

Today’s Worship

Everlasting God

Rescue

10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)

Scripture

Psalm 103

Message

I Wanna Be Washed

ANNOUNCEMENTS

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V. or Fred H. with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: Immanuel partners with the Greater Lansing Food Bank each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and meet the needs of those in the community surrounding us.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, September 27, at 5:30 pm.  The CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet after the meal at 6:15 pm., to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, also meets at that time. 

Women’s Night: Ladies, please look forward to joining us at 6:15 pm, after the CONNECT Dinner, this Wednesday, September 27th, to make sympathy/ get well cards in the Morningside room. Each lady will have the opportunity to make a total of 8 cards, 4 to leave at the church, and 4 to take home. This workshop is open to all women of the church and there is no charge to participate. Please come and enjoy fellowship with each other and let’s get creative!

Immanuel’s 68th Anniversary Fellowship Potluck Next Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 11:15 am.: Please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.  Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass. You may also sign up by calling the church office with your information.

Thanksgiving Baskets:If you would like to purchase a basket for a family in need this year, please sign-up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. You may also call the church office at (517) 321-2495. The cost of each basket is $50. We will need a final commitment by next Sunday, October 1.  Payments are due by Sunday, October 29th.  You may place your payments in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary, or you may drop it off to the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, October 7, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Candy Donations: We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat that will be on Wed., October 25th.  If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

The Oct - Dec Greeter Schedule: Is posted on the bulletin board in the Family Life Center.  This is a great way to meet and greet our church family as well as visitors.  We need 2 greeters per week.  If you don't already have a greeting partner, please sign up for yourself, and we will match you up as needed.  If you have any questions, please contact Sheryl Page.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of toilet paper, paper towel, bar soap, women’s shaving cream, and men’s shampoo & conditioner. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, September 17, 2023

The book of Haggai is about the people of Israel's return from exile and their neglect of God and rebuilding the Temple, but more than calling the people to task for their laziness, the book of Haggai is about God refocusing the hearts of His people on Him in order for them to re-engage His purposes for them.

In this 4 week series on the book of Haggai, we will look at how God works to call our attention to His presence in our midst so that we too might refocus our hearts on Him and re-engage the mission that He is accomplishing in Jesus Christ by His Spirit.

Today’s Worship

All Creatures/Sing Alleluia

 Help Me Find It

Ordination and Installation of New Elders and Deacons

In Christ Alone

Scripture

Haggai 1:1-15

Message

“Our Priorities in Light of Eternity”

Christ Be Magnified

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V or Fred H with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: The Greater Lansing Food Bank has led the fight against hunger since 1981, by serving Lansing’s seven-county, 4,000 square-mile service area, ensuring families in need have nutritious food to support their health and well-being, and to weather financial stress or unforeseen life events. Immanuel partners with the GLFB each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and to meet the needs of those in the community that surrounds us.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, September 20, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.  If you have any questions about CONNECT Kids, please email Katie Secor at katiesecor03@gmail.com.  If you have questions about the Jr. High Youth Group, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you here!

Women’s Night: Ladies, please look forward to joining us on Wednesday, September 27th, at 6:15 pm., to make sympathy/ get well cards in the Morningside room, formerly known as the Choir room. Each lady will have the opportunity to make a total of 8 cards, 4 to leave at the church, and 4 to take home. This workshop is open to all women of the church and there is no charge to participate. Please come and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women and let’s get creative!

We Will be Providing Thanksgiving Baskets to Families in Need Again this Year: The cost of each basket is $50, and will include the following items:  Turkey, Stuffing, vegetables, potatoes, rolls, pie, and more. If you would like to purchase a basket for a family, please sign-up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org. We will need a final commitment by Sunday, October 1.  Payments are due by Sunday, October 29th.  You may place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary, or you may drop it off to the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, October 7, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

The Oct - Dec Greeter Schedule: Is posted on the bulletin board in the Family Life Center.  This is a great way to meet and greet our church family as well as visitors.  We need 2 greeters per week.  If you don't already have a greeting partner, please sign up for yourself, and we will match you up as needed.  If you have any questions, please contact Sheryl Page at the mobile number listed in your printed or online directory.

Please Look Forward to Celebrating Immanuel’s 68th Anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023: We will be having a fellowship potluck after the service that day.  If you will be attending, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right-hand corner.  Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass. You may also sign up by calling the church office with your information.

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org. 

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry pods, dryer sheets, and women’s shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

The Hangout- An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

High School Students

Wednesdays, from 3:00-5:00 pm.

CONNECT Dinner- A free meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

Wednesdays, 5:30 pm.

CONNECT Kids - Join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Wednesdays from 6:15- 7:30pm.

Jr. High Youth Group

6th- 8th Grade

Wednesdays from 6:15- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(September 17 - May 12)

9th-12th Grade

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S, and Sandi S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, September 10, 2023- Vision Sunday

Today we renew our vision to see "the greater Lansing area radically and eternally transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, as expressed in word and lived out in deed," by re-imagining what it means to be the church.

Today’s Worship

I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say

Days of Elijah

Overcome

Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me

Scripture

Jeremiah 29:4-9

Message

 “Seeking Shalom”

Bigger Table 

God of Grace and God of Glory

ANNOUNCEMENTS

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V or Fred H with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: The Greater Lansing Food Bank has led the fight against hunger since 1981, by serving Lansing’s seven-county, 4,000 square-mile service area, ensuring families in need have nutritious food to support their health and well-being, and to weather financial stress or unforeseen life events. Immanuel partners with the GLFB each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and to meet the needs of those in the community that surrounds us.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, September 13, at 5:30 pm.  At 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.  If you have any questions about CONNECT Kids, please email Katie Secor at katiesecor03@gmail.com.  If you have questions about the Jr. High Youth Group, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you here.

Sr. High Youth Group (9th-12th Grade):  Resumes next Sunday, September 17th, from 6-8 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South, at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot next Tuesday, September 19, from 4-7 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

New Elders and Deacons: Please look forward to the ordination and installation of our new Elders, Matt O and Dave S, and Deacons Sally K, and Kerri M, during the service on Sunday, September 17. Let’s also thank God for His work through Mike J and Sue F who will be rotating off from the Elders, and for Eric C and Sandy C who will be rotating off from the Deacons.

Please Look Forward to Celebrating Immanuel’s 68th Anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023: We will be having a fellowship potluck after the service that day.  If you will be attending, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right-hand corner.  Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass.

Save The Dates:

9/19- Mobile Food Bank, 4-6 pm

9/24- Worship/ Brian & Elizabeth

Bruxvoort, 10:00 am

9/26- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

9/28- Prayer Team Meeting, 6 pm

9/30- Wayne Komejan Memorial Service, 11:00 am

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of paper towel, toilet paper, men’s shampoo & conditioner, bleach, dish soap, and All-Purpose cleaners. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May) 

CONNECT Kickoff!

Wednesday, September 13  

We begin with a free meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Meet from 6:00-7:00 pm.,

joining together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Jr. High Youth Group

(6th- 8th Grade, Sept 13 - May)

6:00- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(9th-12th Grade, September 17 - May)

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S, and Sandi S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, September 3, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Song of Love

Build My Life

Worthy, Worthy

Scripture

Philippians 4:10-13

Message

“Practicing Contentment” 

Graves into Gardens

ANNOUNCEMENTS

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V or Fred H with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: The Greater Lansing Food Bank has led the fight against hunger since 1981, by serving Lansing’s seven-county, 4,000 square-mile service area, ensuring families in need have nutritious food to support their health and well-being, and to weather financial stress or unforeseen life events. The mission of the GLFB is to alleviate hunger one meal at a time and to create a future where everyone has access to nourishing food. Immanuel partners with the GLFB each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and to meet the needs of those in the community that surrounds us.

CONNECT Kickoff: Join us for a free family meal served at 5:30 pm. every Wednesday, starting next Wednesday, September 13th.  After the meal, at 6:00 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.  If you have any questions about CONNECT Kids, please email Katie Secor at katiesecor03@gmail.com.  If you have questions about the Jr. High Youth Group, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you here!

Sr. High Youth Group (9th-12th Grade):  Resumes on Sunday, September 17th, from 6-8 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South, at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, September 19, from 4-7 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

New Elders and Deacons: Please look forward to the ordination and installation of our new Elders, Matt O and Dave S, and Deacons Sally K, and Kerri M, during the service on Sunday, September 17. Let’s also thank God for His work through Mike J and Sue F who will be rotating off from the Elders, and for Eric C and Sandy C who will be rotating off from the Deacons.

Save the Date: Please look forward to celebrating Immanuel’s 68th anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023.  We will be having a fellowship potluck after the service that day, so please mark your calendars and look forward to more information to come! 

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org. 

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry pods, dryer sheets, women’s shampoo and conditioner, and women’s deodorant. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May) 

CONNECT Kickoff!

Wednesday, September 13  

We begin with a free meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Meet from 6:00-7:00 pm.,

joining together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Jr. High Youth Group

(6th- 8th Grade, Sept 13 - May)

6:00- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(9th-12th Grade, September 17 - May)

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S, and Sandi S.

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.