Lent

February 24 - March 24

Lent is traditionally a time to repent, a time to turn back to God in renewed faith. This year, we are encouraging one another to REthink Lent, to take to heart the work of repentance in new and renewing ways. May this season of Lent truly be a time of renewed faith for you!

Lenten Worship, 7 p.m.

Livestreamed | No in-person worship

Worship will feature the beloved Holden Evening Prayer Service, and include a short message reflecting on our Lenten theme of REpent/REthink.  You can find our livestreamed worship on our LIVE page.

Lenten Healing Service: A Heart of Flesh 

Noon, Wednesdays 

Livestreamed | No in-person worship

"A new heart I will give you, and a new spirit I will put within you..." Ezekiel 36:26.

During the Lenten season, Immanuel invites you to gather online for a brief live and on demand (about 10 -15 minutes) yet powerful time of prayer as we gather around the cross, light candles, and pray for renewal, mercy, and healing for ourselves, our community, and the whole world.  We gather one in spirit, one in faith, one in Christ, seeking the heart of Christ for our continued walk and healing journey forward.  

Note: We invite you if you wish to prepare your quiet space with a cross and a candle at home or at work prior to the service.

Lent REpent / REthink Bags

Swing by and pickup a REpent / REthink Bag.  Included are:

1. Devotions for all households, but especially appropriate for families, that include items or symbols of reflection that can help in the work of repentance: Household Devotions (Especially for families (PDF).
2. Word of the Week Devotions & Photo Challenge. Each Wednesday, beginning with Ash Wednesday, we invite you to post an image on your social media with the hashtag #REthinkILC (or email us a copy) that helps you connect or unpack the meaning of the word of the week (Dust, Reflect, Broken, Costly, Beloved, Cry, Love).  More...

Service Project: Personal Care Kits

Assemble Personal Care Kits for families in need throughout the world - a toothbrush, a bar of soap, a towel - all can offer hope to families in crisis. Details for what to include and how to assemble can be found at: Personal Care Kit Instructions.  Bring completed kits to Immanuel by Easter for delivery to Lutheran World Relief.

Labyrinth: Walking a Sacred Path

8:30 - 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays in Lent. 

We invite you to walk the path of the labyrinth as a way to quiet the mind, invoke prayer, and invite insight.  Please sign up for a 30-minute increment.  Learn more at Labyrinth: Walking a Sacred Path

Communion

10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. 

Individuals or households can sign up for a 15-minute increment to receive communion with one of our pastors.

Youth & Families

6pm - REfuel

6:20 p.m  - 6:50 p.m., God Squad, Confirmation and Adult Faith Formation

Adult Faith Formation

The Gathered and Scattered Church: A Study of Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians

6:20 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.

2/24     I Thessalonians Chapters 1 &  2
3/3       I Thessalonians 3:1 – 4:12  
3/10     I Thessalonians 4:13-5:28  
3/17     II Thessalonians 1:1-2:12   
3/24     II Thessalonians 2:13 – 3:17

Join the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87048213857?pwd=TGxmcC9BdlZCL0l3b0gzSDhmZUVtUT09    Meeting ID: 870 4821 3857,  Passcode: 511587