Immanuel Blood Drive

 

Thanks so much to all who participated in the Monday, September 8th Blood Drive. We saw 40 donors (4 unable to donate) and collected 34 whole blood units and 2 dual red units for a total of 38 units which will save up to 114 local patient lives! We also had 8 first time donors!

 

Fun Facts - Status: First Time - 8, Lapsed - 5, Repeat - 27,

Fun Facts ABO: AB Positive 1, A Positive 16, B Negative 1, B Positive 3,

O Negative 5, O Positive 6.

We saw 40 donors (4 unable to donate) and collected 34 whole blood units and 2 dual red units for a total of 38 units which will save up to 114 local patient lives! We also had 8 first time donors!

 

Badger High School Anti-Bullying Training, Sept. 23, 24 & 25

 

We are so honored that the administration of Badger High School has asked to use our church to conduct a three-day Anti-Bullying Training Seminar for their student body, Tuesday through Thursday, Sept. 23-26, from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The seminar will be in the worship space.

 

This is a phenomenal opportunity for us to partner with the High School, and to serve students as they learn how to resist, speak out, and rise above the scourge of bullying across our country.

 

We also thank God for the privilege of serving the school district, because without the positive vote of the school board, we would not be on this land in our expansive new facility. Pray that God works miracles in the lives of each student in this program.

 

Finding Balance in a DOT.Complicated World Classes

 

Finding Balance in a DOT.Complicated World Classes - Rob Ocker, an Immanuel parent, certified Love and Logic Trainer, Lake Geneva Middle School Counselor, and Keynote Speaker is teaching a class on October 2, 9, 16 and 23 at the Middle School. Flyers are available on the table in the Gathering Space.

 

Trunk or Treat: Sunday, October 26th

 

On Sunday, October 26^th, "Trunk or Treat": Trick or treating event for the whole community will take place in the comfort of our church parking lot. (Times to be announced) Decorate your car, dress up in costume, bring your candy to hand out to our local children from the trunk of your car! It's safe for the kids and fun for everyone!  Start your creative juices flowing - we need at least 30 vehicles decorated (please not too scary for the little ones).  Signup sheets will be handed out during church services in October.   Watch for more haunting details!  Any donations of wrapped candies to hand out would be appreciated; please mark them "Trunk or Treat".  The Pulse High School Youth Group along with Todd and Erin Huemann will be organizing this great event.  Any questions, call Todd at 262-206-0386. 

 

The Firebells Fundraiser - Sunday September 21^st

 

The Firebells Fundraiser is next Sunday, Sept. 21, from 3-6:00 PM at Hogs and Kisses. Tickets are available at the door, or from the Gehrmanns. The food is good, and the cause is noble!

 

 Bingo and BBQ Bash - 9/21 4PM-6:30PM @ Immanuel

 

Join us for a Bingo Barbeque Bash for Feed my Starving Children! We have over $700.00 in prizes, including a new Convection Oven! Family friendly, everyone welcome! Advanced ticket sales to be sold after each worship service for a suggested donation of $7.00 for adults, $6.00 for Seniors, $5.00 for children under 12, and under 5 free. The cost includes five games of Bingo, supper and prizes, and loads of fun and laughter! Bring the whole family, your friends and co-workers.

 

Feed My Starving Children Packing Date - Saturday, October 4^th

 

Feed My Starving Children Packing Date - Saturday, October 4th at Delavan Christian School. Directions will be on the confirmation email each registrant receives.

 

Feed My Starving Children is a Christian nonprofit hunger relief organization dedicated to feeding God's starving children hungry in body and spirit. Feed My Starving Children provides a world class volunteer opportunity for students, parents families, businesses and churches. During a packing session, you will be engaged in high-energy, tangible service to the neediest children and families on the planet. Contact Den & Evie Schulz at 262-203-0463.

Here is the registration link:Copy and paste this into your search engine:

http://volunteer.fmsc.org/Register/mobilepack/event.aspx?event=1410-168

 

Type in boxes: Evie Schulz - Leader, Triple Is - Group, October, 2014 - Month, Hit "Search" Button.

 

These are the shift times that are available. Note that on the Friday Shift and the last Saturday shift, volunteers are needed who can lift a minimum of 30 pounds. The other shift are for all ages, physical abilities. Select the shift wanted by clicking on the "join button" by that shift.

 

Click the box that indicates you agree to abide by all the rules. The rules will then drop down for you to read. Then click on the "accept button at the bottom right of the drop down.

 

Click "View All Members" so you can go in and create your individual account, adding....

(This is the info needed from folks who want Evie to register them)

Email Address, Password, First Name, Last Name, Address -include City, State and Zip Code, Phone No.  

 

Click on "confirm and a message should come up confirming the registration. A reminder email will then come to the email address a couple days before the event.

 

Community Connections Meal: October 16, 5:15-6:30 PM

 

Our community meals will be on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Thanks to all who donated fresh and canned foods last month! We had about 65 people attend, and it was just an incredible night! All are invited to join us for a nutritious meal, access to community resources and new friendships. The meal is a free gift. All are welcome! We also need additional volunteers to staff this very moving ministry of hospitality and nourishment to people in our community! Contact Jill at 262 248-7491.

 

Quilters needed in our Quilting Ministry

 

If you love to quilt, or want to learn how, we welcome you on our quilting team! God continues to bless us with a growing congregation! Last year, we had 19 high school graduates and 28 baptisms. This year we will have at least 20 high school graduates, and have had 40 baptisms!! This represents a HUGE number of quilts!

If you could make one or two, or even more quilts for graduates (60x80"), or baptismal quilts (42x55") - we would jump for joy! Quilts can be made with our team on Wednesdays between 9:00 AM - Noon, or at home, or both! We can provide you with the material, or you can choose your own and be reimbursed for the cost. The team will gladly teach newcomers the art of quilting! Please call Jackie Kuehl at 203-5296, or Sara Wahlsted at 203-0782 if you are interested, or with your questions. Thanks!!!

 

Thrivent Financial Educational Workshops

 

Thrivent Financial is hosting a series of educational workshops focused to help people be wise with money. The last workshops address Savvy Social Security: October 21^st in Delavan and October 28^th in Burlington. For more information or to reserve a seat, contact our local Thrivent Financial representative, Jim Pfeil at 262-740-9040 or jim.pfeil@thrivent.com

 

St. Vincent De Paul (Milwaukee) Soup Kitchen

 

The St. Vincent De Paul - Milwaukee Soup Kitchen has a new, much needed request: salt, pepper, sugar & hot sauce. Other needs include basic toiletries, towels and men's underwear, and ESPECIALLY MEN'S JEANS. Please bring them to the church office. Thanks!

Contact Mickey with any questions at 248-0506.

 

Side By Side

 

Side By Side is a collaborative ministry between area churches and civic groups that raises funds to help individuals and families in crisis in the Lake Geneva Area School District. Help is available with rent, utilities and prescriptions.

 

Side By Side Screening

 

Side By Side screeningis the 3rd Tuesday of each month, October 21^st, at 7:00 p.m. at the First Congregational UCC Church, 715 Wisconsin Street, Lake Geneva. Funds are available for rental assistance, utilities and prescription medicines. Applicants must reside in the Lake Geneva School District. Bring a copy of the bill you need help paying.

 

Side By Side Fundraiser at Simple Restaurant

 

Join us for the next Side By Side Fundraiser on Tuesday, September 30^th, at Simple Restaurant. Seatings are at 5, 6, and 7 PM. $10 Tickets will be available at the Welcome Center, or at the door! Thanks for helping families in crisis in our area!

 

Card Ministry

 

Our Card Ministry will gather on Thursday, October 16^th at 6:30 p.m. at church. This fabulous group creates greeting cards to encourage folks who are ill, hospitalized, or grieving. All are welcome - and there is no cost to participate!  

 

Health Newsletter

 

"But you are a shield around me, O LORD; you bestow glory on me and lift up my head." Psalm3:3

 

In this month's health newsletter, Parish Nurse, Karen Stein, addresses Concussion. Check out Karen's newsletter at www.immanuellakegeneva.org and click on "October Health Newsletter". Copies are available at church.

 

Welcome Volunteers

 

Do you love meeting new people? Would you be excited to welcome newcomers to worship and to describe ministry opportunities to them? If so, you're a perfect fit to help staff our "Welcome Center!" We need volunteers to serve at 9:00 a.m. or at 10:45 a.m. in order to welcome our guests. Please sign up on the worship card if you can help. Thanks!

 

Fellowship Hour

 

If you can help staff our "Coffee Hour" it would bless a huge number of people! We need folks to bring goodies, to help serve or to clean up. Thanks! Please sign up on the worship card.

 

Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed

 

We are looking for volunteers to substitute or help occasionally with Meals on Wheels. Please contact Pauline Malsch at 262-248-6050.

 

In Need of Prayer Shawls?

 

If anyone you know needs a prayer shawl, please ask at the office. They are available to anyone in distress. They are made with Christ's love by church members, to wrap you or a loved one in comfort and prayers. Call Karen Stein at 262-203-5260 or Donna Hove at 262-749-0599, for more information. Blessings, Nurse Karen

 

The "Pillowcase "Ministry

 

Beautiful handmade pillowcases are available for seriously ill children to have at the hospital or at home during their convalescence. The therapeutic effect they have is definitely a gift from Heaven!! Please let the office know of your need.

 

Blood Pressure Checks

 

Immanuel will have blood pressure checks after the 1^st service on the 3^nd Sunday of each month in Pastor Mary Ann's office.

 

AA Meetings

 

AA Meetings: Our Women's AA Meeting - Sundays at 4:00 p.m. in the Community Room to the left of the Fellowship Hall. Open AA Meetings - Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m. at Immanuel in the Community Room.

 

Weight Watchers Meeting

 

Weight Watchers meet at Immanuel on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Room, just off the Fellowship Hall.Leader: Deb Olkives, 262-496-9965, debdo@wi.rr.com; Weight Watchers Hotline 1-866-204-2885.

 

Coupons for Servicemen and Women

 

Servicemen can use all coupons (except restaurant and store specific). If possible, please cut them out before you bring them in. Thank you from Mary Rose Long and the American Legion Auxiliary.

 

WC Food Pantry

 

The WC Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 1:00-5:00 PM, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, on the corner of Highway H North and Hwy. NN. They are in desperate need of dish soap.

 

The Lake Geneva Food Pantry

 

The Lake Geneva Food Pantryis open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:00 - 11:30 AM at First Congregational Church, 715 Wisconsin Street. 262-248-2337.

 

        

 

+ Special thanks to Connie Shadewaldt for making some yummy cookies and brownies to share with our High School Cookie Ministry. What a gift! The HS Cookie ministry baked and delivered 12 trays of cookies! Thank you to all who baked and delivered cookies! What a blessing you are! Watch for the next date in October!

 

+ Huge thanks to Kwik Trip for donating sandwiches and to Bittner's Bakery for donating pastries for the High School Youth Group bonfire! They were a delicious addition to our celebration of the start of a new school year. Thank you, thank you!!!  

 

+ Dear Immanuel Family, There are not words enough to say thank you for the most beautiful memorial service and delicious luncheon for my husband, Marty Smith. The service was filled with tears, laughter, breathe-taking music, and God's presence. Thanks to pastors Mark and Mary Ann for creating the inspiring service and eulogy of Marty's life. To John Ivan, the praise team, and all the musicians - you truly made beautiful music to the Lord lifting us high. Thanks to Bruce Reek and Rick Ruby who made the words and sound fill our hearts; to Ed Domalik who made every inch of the church shine; to Yvonne Mol and those who helped put together the nourishing and delicious luncheon, set-up and clean-up and to Sara Wahlsted for the beautiful flower arrangements. Thanks too to those who helped with communion, ushering, prayers and readings during the service. Everything was so beautiful! Dear men & women of Immanuel, you wrapped me and my family in your love and we were so honored. Thank you, thank you. Carol Smith Andrew Smith, Melody Smith and Madison Smith

 

+ The angels were singing in heaven thanks to Amberleigh Aller's special musical solo on September 14^th. Thank you to Amberleigh for sharing her lovely voice and to Kathy Middleton who accompanied on organ. "My Tribute" was beautifully inspiring music!

 

+ Dear High School Cookie Ministry, Thank you so much; such a nice treat.  We are enjoying the good cookies.  I don't believe that you busy teenagers take the time to make cookies for us older folks.  It's so nice to know that you care.  What a great church Immanuel is.  Take care.  Love, Earl and Joyce Vorpagel

 

+ Thanks to Dan Gibson who sang "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" on August 24^th at the 2^nd and 3^rd service. Dan accompanied himself on guitar and offered a beautiful acoustic arrangement of the popular song. Thanks for sharing your talents Dan! If you missed it, watch video here: http://youtu.be/y5TVkKcbx_Q

 

+ Thank you to Bobbi Gutman who sang the touching song "I Must Tell Jesus" on August 24^th for the classic service. We are so blessed by her gentle and warm singing; it turns our hearts towards Jesus! Thanks for sharing your gifts with us all!

 + Jon, Sara and I would like to thank all of those that helped to make Molly Maguire-Reek's celebration of life, a memorable and uplifting experience.  The support that we have received from our church family  has been amazing. Thank you to Pastors Mark and Mary Ann for their guidance as we made our way through this ten month journey with cancer.  Thanks to the many people involved in the actual service, setting up for it, preparing a great meal and cleaning up.  Special thanks to Sara Wahlstedt and Wendy Russell for coordinating things for me.  Pastor MaryAnn's personal and touching message was wonderful. The celebration would not have been complete without the great music. Thanks to the praise team, soloists, instrumentalists and John Ivan.       Bruce Reek

 

+ Special thanks to Laurie Cornue (violin), Eileen Weyrauch (flute), and John Ivan (organ) for providing poignant instrumental music during the Healing Service on August 31^st. The beautiful Bach piece offered a tender atmosphere for the laying on of hands. Thanks to the trio for presenting at all three services!

 

+ A big thank you to the High School Cookie Ministry, we so enjoyed the delicious cookies you delivered to us. We appreciate the time it took to mix, bake, package and deliver these awesome goodies! Thanks for thinking of us! Brenda & Ron Follensbee

 

+ Dear Immanuel Church Family, Pastors Mary Ann & Mark, You are most generous! Thank you so much for the grocery cards. Your love shines & we appreciate all you do for us! Love, Kathy & Craig

 

+ Dear Friends and Card Ministry, than you for your card and lovely note n memory of my Mom. She was a grand and gracious woman. I appreciate your dedication and beautiful cards se received from you each month! My Immanuel family members are amazing! I'm very blessed to have all of you in my life. With Love & Thanksgiving, Barb Kwiatkowski.

 

+ Pastors Mary Ann, Mark and our Immanuel Church Family, First thank all of you for your prayers and concerns as we deal with a secondary cancer. Today we finished round two of chemo treatment. There is a glimmer of hope so your continued prayers and support will be appreciated. With Our Love to all, Joyce & Earl Vorpagel

 

+ Dear Quilters, Thank you for the beautiful quilt. To know people of our church have put in that much love and energy just for me means a lot. I wouldn't have wanted to grow up in any other church. Thank you for supporting me in my future. Love, Derrick Buntrock

 

+ Thank you to our wonderful quilters for the two beautiful quilts they made for Mark and me. The reality of becoming 80 years young hasn't sunk in yet for me. We are both hoping to get back to church just as soon as the powers that be can let go and allow some work to be done on Mark's van to make it accessible for him to get into. Pray that it may be so! Love and Blessings, Laurel & Mark Herich