Communion

"This meal is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me."  Luke 22:19 

Gathering at a table is where we share some of our most profound blessings of connection and belonging. This is especially true when we gather at the Lord’s table for communion. Our Lord meets us at this table to connect with us in grace and reassure us that we belong around this table because we are so loved!

• All children, youth and adults are welcome to come and receive forgiveness in the bread and wine - it is the Lord’s Table - and all are welcome.  
• Anyone coming to The Lord’s Table with an open hand will be served Holy Communion.
• Read more about children and communion.

Immanuel celebrates communion on the first and third Sundays

In-Person

The congregation will be invited forward to receive a wafer (served by a gloved pastor) and the wine/juice in pre-poured cups.

• Come forward down the center aisle at the direction of the ushers.
• Drop your offering in the basket that will be front and center.
• Move to the appropriate side (left or right) and receive the bread from Pastor Paul or Pastor Angela, who will be wearing gloves.
• Pick up a chalice of wine or juice from the altar rail (or from the table at the 10:30 outdoor service)
• Return the empty chalice to the basket on your way back to your seat.
• If unsure of anything, just follow the person in front of you!

At-Home Communion

We invite you to join us and celebrate this meal virtually. God is with us wherever we are, and God unites us even when we aren’t together physically. Have bread or crackers and wine or juice ready as you participate in our livestreamed worship and connect with your sisters and brothers as we celebrate communion together even when we are apart.

Contact Pastor Paul Nelson, paul@immanuel.us, with your questions.