Last week, we observed National Lutheran Schools Week and celebrated our passion for developing disciples. For Lutherans, the establishment of a school was considered a given in every congregation and true for Immanuel as well. Immanuel Lutheran Church, chartered in 1847 with Immanuel Lutheran School opening in 1848, has been serving children and families for… Read More »
“Bark! Woof! Wag!” (Hello from Zillah Comfort Dog)
If we haven’t had the chance to meet yet, Hi! I’m Zillah, an English Cream Golden Retriever who serves Immanuel as the resident LCC K-9 Comfort Dog. That means here at Immanuel Church and School and throughout our community I serve as a “bridge for compassionate ministry, opening doors for conversation about faith and creating… Read More »
Ministries at Immanuel
As we look into 2021, we pray that it will bring more opportunities for our members to be on campus and active in our church. Have you ever wondered what ways you can be involved? We have MANY ministries available for our congregation. Below is a list of all of our ministries and who to… Read More »
A Day in the Life of Fourth Graders
Today, we’re going to take a peek inside at a day in the life of fourth graders at Immanuel Lutheran School. With the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person learning looks very different this school year but we are very pleased with how well the students have adjusted to the new routines and how the teachers and staff… Read More »
How can I help you?
When you call Immanuel Lutheran Church during the week you will be greeted with “ Immanuel Lutheran, this is Konnie, how can I help you?” To many this is just a common greeting, but for me it is a reminder of how Immanuel has been a part of my life and with God’s assistance how… Read More »
21st Century Fishers of Men
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 It seems weird to be writing a blog when I’m normally the one publishing the blogs. But here’s a little bit about me. I’m… Read More »
Miracles at Immanuel Lutheran
Floored. Stunned. Amazed. Bewildered. Those are a few words I would use to describe the year that is 2020. I am not using those words because of the pandemic – rather I use those words despite the pandemic. Allow me to use the time I have in this blog to brag about our God and… Read More »
Which Nativity Character are You?
In the nativity scene we see many familiar characters. The wisemen, the shepherds, and of course Jesus. Each character has a different story. The shepherds came in from the fields to see Jesus because of the announcement of the angels. They were likely Jews who at least knew about the God who spoke to their… Read More »
Christmas Checklist
As we approach Christmas, my students are bright with their excitement that Jesus is born. My own thoughts revolve around the checklist that needs to be completed before Christmas. The presents I need to get, the things I have promised to bake, and the decorations that still need to be put up. As a teacher,… Read More »
Faith of a Child
“Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” Luke 18:17 During my studies at Concordia University Chicago, I envisioned what it would be like to be a teacher. What grade would I teach? How many students would I have? What would my classroom… Read More »
