God Squad

Reopening Update

Currently we are planning on returning to some form of in-person Sunday school in the fall, but don't yet know what that might look like. We may have some outdoor activities for kids and youth this summer, stay tuned for information on that. Immanuel's Reopening Task Force meets regularly to access and guide what we as a church can do given our space, CDC, and MDH guidelines.

Pre-Confirmation for 5th & 6th Graders, Fall 2021

Sundays, 9am and Wednesdays, 6:15pm

So is this Sunday School or Confirmation? Neither, it is pre-confirmation, transitioning kids out of Sunday school and preparing them for confirmation. Classes are like Sunday school, in that kids will learn in fun and engaging ways, AND like confirmation as kids will continue to build a foundation of Old and New Testament knowledge, and delve into the Lutheran sacraments of Baptism and Communion.

Because we know families' schedules are busier than ever we are continuing Wednesday night Zoom classes as we offered in the pandemic in addition to Sunday morning God Squad. Both options will be on the same lesson, no need to attend both sessions! While God Squaders do not need to commit to one time or the other, it would be helpful to know which session your child(ren) will primarily attend.

Registration fee is $25, and registration is online.

Each week we'll begin with REfuel

(Livestream embedded below)

Zoom with Grace, 6:20pm

Join Zoom Meeting: 
Meeting ID:    Passcode: GodSquad56

God Squad Service Projects

Face masks and notes for homebound 
Please remember to bring your decorated facemasks and notes of encouragement to the church by January 15 if possible!
 
Ongoing supply collection for those experiencing homelessness 

• Box (to collect supplies) 
• Socks (new, adult size) 
• Toothbrushes and toothpaste 
• Travel-sized shampoo and conditioner 
• Bars of soap and washcloths 
• Non-perishable healthy snack foods (granola bar, nuts, dried fruit, etc.) 
• Chapstick 
• Deodorant 
• Wipes/travel-sized hand sanitizer 
• Pack of Kleenex 
• Comb/brush 
• Nail clippers 
• Plastic water bottles (or reusable ones, if you have extras!) 

 
At the end of the year, supplies can be assembled into a gallon ziplock baggie, include an encouraging note, and keep in your cars to pass out to people in need! 
 
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Calling All 5th And 6th Graders For A Special Small-Group Opportunity! 

This spring season you have an opportunity to work in a youth-led small group to make an impact in our church community. Grace Porter will be working with this small group, and we will be meeting bi-weekly online. This is an opportunity for your young people to work on their leadership skills as they learn from each other and the church community. The really cool thing about this project is that your young people will decide what they want to do in the community and how they want to carry that out! 
 
We will be meeting on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm—however, if your child wants to be involved and this time doesn’t work, please let me know! 
 
Tentative dates: 
January 12, 26 
February 9, 23 
March 9, 23 
April 6, 20 
May 4, 18  
 
Please email Grace porter.grace.99@gmail.com or Cindy cindy@immanuel.us ASAP if you are interested or have any questions! 

We hope that you and your young people want to explore this amazing opportunity with us! 
 

For more information please contact:

Cindy Paulson
Children's & Family Ministry
952-230-0356 (direct dial)
952-937-8123 ex. 56
cindy@immanuel.us

Note: Anyday Sunday School is for 3 year olds - 4th Grade