April 3, 2022

We continue our series through the Gospel of Mark with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life that He calls us to live.

This morning Jesus invites us to see in Mark 10:32-45, how central the cross is to who He is, and the life that He calls us to live in Him.

Today’s Worship

 Sing, Sing, Sing

Let My Life Be Like a Love song

How Deep the Father's Love for Us

 Message

“A Slice of Humble Pie”

Mark 10:32-45

I Give You My Heart

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates located at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

 Local  Needs:

Mobile Food Bank Volunteers Needed, Tuesday, April 26, from 4-7 pm.:  The Greater Lansing Food Bank is hosting a Mobile Food Bank here at ICRC and would like at least 25 volunteers to help out.  If you are able to sort food and put boxes into people's cars, please sign up on the bulletin board located outside of the sanctuary.

 Immanuel Community Resource Closet: This ongoing ministry needs your support.  Currently we are in need of bleach, laundry soap, toilet Paper, and all-purpose cleaner. Please place donations in the baskets provided underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

April Calling Team: Please call Sue F or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

April Mission of the Month: Immanuel Community Resource Closet. Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. Please place donations in the baskets provided underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary, or to make a monetary donation, please place your check in one of the offering plates with “Personal Needs” written in the memo line.

Easter Lilies: If you would like to purchase Easter lilies or Tulips in memory of or in celebration of somebody special, please sign-up on the bulletin board outside of the sanctuary. The lilies are $16 each, the Tulips are $7.50. Please place your payment in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary with “Easter Flowers” written on it. Your special person’s name will be shared in the bulletin on Easter Sunday.

CONNECT this Wednesday, April 6: Join us at 5:30 pm. for a free family dinner served in the Family Life Center. The CONNECT Kids will then meet at 6:15 pm. to learn about Jesus feeding the 5,000.  They will also be making paper airplanes with Mr. Chuck and playing memory games.    

Please Come to the Family Life Center After the Service Next Sunday, April 10: To help fill Easter eggs with candy, and to enjoy an enhanced coffee hour provided by the Fellowship team.

Community Easter Egg Hunt Wednesday, April 13, During CONNECT: Dinner will be served outside, at 5:30 pm. The Easter egg hunt will follow at 6:00 pm. The CONNECT Kids will then resume their regular activities after hunt. The Easter Bunny will also be here, so please share this exciting news with your friends and family and we look forward to seeing you here!

Maundy Thursday Service: Please join us next Thursday, April 14, at 7:00 pm., for a special service reflecting on the great sacrifice of Jesus and His commandment for us to love and serve others.

Announcements: If you have an announcement that you would like in the Sunday bulletin, please let Stacia know by Tuesday of that week. If you have an announcement that you would like to make during the service, please let Pastor Matt know by Thursday of that week. 

Ann Harvey and Sheryl Eytcheson are Ready to Pray for You: If you are in need of prayer, please come to the back of the sanctuary during dismissal time. You may also submit a prayer request by filling out the back of one of the connection cards located in the pews and placing it in the Prayer Box at the front of the sanctuary.

CONNECT WEDNESDAYS

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

 CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

join together after dinner to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They enjoy singing, Bible, stories, arts and crafts, games, and more.

Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group

(6th- 12th grade, Sept- May)

5:30- 8pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

 Life Groups

We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please email Rick H.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Save the Dates

4/11- Cardboard Testimonies Class,7:00 pm

4/12- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

4/13- CONNECT Dinner/ Easter Egg Hunt/ CONNECT Kids, 5:30 pm.

4/14- Maundy Thursday Service, 7:00 pm.

4/17- Easter Service, 10:00 am

4/19- Team Leaders & Staff 90 Day Goals/ God Dreams Meeting, 6:30 pm.

March 27, 2022

We continue our series through the Gospel of Mark with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life that He calls us to live.

 This morning Jesus invites us to see in Mark 9:30-37, how central the cross is to who He is, and the life that He calls us to live in Him.

Today’s Worship

Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken

All Creatures/Sing Alleluia

Above All

Build My Life

  Message

“The G.O.A.T. is a Lamb.”

Mark 9:30-37

 Hosanna

Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates located at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

March Calling Team: Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month, The Gideons International: Immanuel supports this mission in loving memory of Paul M.

Prayer Request:  Please pray traveling mercies over Mark and June B as they prepare to travel to Mayo Clinic once again for Mark’s check-up.  Please also pray for Marks continued healing and strength in Jesus name, trusting in His healing power.   

New Members Class: If you are thinking about becoming a new member, please come to the choir room after the service today.  Exit the sanctuary, go down the stairs, and then immediately turn right after going through the double glass doors.

Easter Lilies: If you would like to purchase Easter lilies or Tulips in memory of or in celebration of somebody special, please sign-up on the bulletin board outside of the sanctuary. The lilies are $16 each, the Tulips are $7.50. Please place your payment in one of the offering plates at the front of the sanctuary with “Easter Flowers” written on your check or envelope. Your special person’s name will be shared in the bulletin on Easter Sunday, April 17th

Easter Egg Candy Donations: We are collecting small pieces of candy that will fit inside of plastic eggs, for our Community Easter Egg Hunt. If you will be donating candy for this event, please place it in the tub provided outside of the sanctuary. 

We Will be Filling Plastic Easter Eggs with Candy on Sunday, April 10: Please come to the Family Life Center after the service that morning if you can help.

Community Easter Egg Hunt Wednesday, April 13, During CONNECT: Dinner will be served outside, at 5:30 pm. The Easter egg hunt will follow at 6:00 pm. The CONNECT Kids will then resume their regular activities after hunt. The Easter Bunny will also be here, so please share this exciting news with your friends and family and we look forward to seeing you here!

Mobile Food Bank Volunteers Needed, Tuesday, April 26, from 4-7 pm.:  The Greater Lansing Food Bank is hosting a Mobile Food Bank here at ICRC and would like at least 25 volunteers to help out.  If you are able to sort food and put boxes into people's cars, please sign up on the bulletin board located outside of the sanctuary.

These Prayer Team Members are Ready to Pray for You: June B and Sheryl E will be at the front of the sanctuary ready to pray for you. If you are in need of prayer, please come to the foot of the cross during dismissal time. You may also submit a prayer request by filling out the back of one of the connection cards located in the pews and placing it in the Prayer Box at the front of the sanctuary.

CONNECT WEDNESDAYS:

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

 CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade join together after dinner to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They enjoy singing, Bible, stories, arts and crafts, games, and more.

 Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group

(6th- 12th grade, Sept- May)

5:30- 8pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Save the Dates

4/04- Cardboard Testimonies, 7:00pm

4/05- Deacon’s Meeting 6:30pm

4/05- Elder’s Meeting, 7:00pm

4/06- CONNECT, 5:30pm

4/06- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30pm

4/10- Filling Easter Eggs, after the service, in the Family Life Center, 11:15 am

March 20, 2022

We continue our series through the Gospel of Mark with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life that He calls us to live.

 This morning Jesus invites us to see in Mark 8:22-38, how central the cross is to who He is, and the life that He calls us to live in Him.

Today’s Worship

I Know Whom I Have Believed

 Life of Praise

Not to Us

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

 Message

 Those Who Trust

 Now Thank We All Our God

Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in one of the offering plates located at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

March Calling Team: Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: The Gideons International is an Association of Christian men and women dedicated to telling people about Jesus through associating together for service, sharing personal testimony, and by providing Bibles and New Testaments.  Immanuel supports this mission in loving memory of Paul M.

CONNECT this Wed, March 23: We will be serving chicken tender wraps, or chicken salad, mac n cheese, and jello at 5:30 pm. CONNECT Kids meet at 6:15pm to learn about the story of the Three Trees, and they will enjoy doing craft nail art.

New Members Class: Next Sunday, March 27, after the service, in the choir room. Please sign up by filling out the back of the connection card located in the pew and dropping it in the offering plate located at the front of the sanctuary.

These Prayer Team Members are Ready to Pray for You:  June B and Ann H will be at the front of the sanctuary ready to pray for you after the service today. If you are in need of prayer, please come to the foot of the cross during dismissal time.  You may also submit a prayer request by filling out the back of one of the connection cards located in the pews and placing it in the Prayer Box at the front of the sanctuary.

Easter Egg Candy Donations: We are collecting small pieces of candy that will fit inside of plastic eggs, for our Community Easter Egg Hunt. If you would like to donate candy for this event, please place it in the tub provided just outside of the sanctuary. 

We Will be Filling Plastic Easter Eggs with Candy on Sunday, April 10: Please come to the Family Life Center after the service that morning if you can help.

Community Easter Egg Hunt Wednesday, April 13, During CONNECT: Dinner will be served outside, at 5:30 pm, and the Easter egg hunt will follow at 6:00 pm. The CONNECT Kids will then resume their regular activities after the egg hunt.  The Easter Bunny will also be joining us, so please share this exciting news with your friends and family and we look forward to seeing you here!

Mobile Food Bank Volunteers Needed, Monday, April 18, from 4-7 pm.:  The Greater Lansing Food Bank will be hosting a Mobile Food Bank here at ICRC, and they would like our help. We would like at least 25 volunteers to help sort food and put boxes of food into people's cars. If this is something that you are able to do, please write your name down on the sign-up sheet that is on the bulletin board located just outside of the sanctuary. You may also call the church office to let Stacia know. Please note that you do not have to be available for the entire 3 hours. You may leave earlier or come later.

Local  Needs:

Personal Needs Closet: Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry needs your support.  Currently we are in need of bleach, laundry soap, paper towels, toilet Paper, and all-purpose cleaner. Please place donations in the baskets provided underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary. If you know of a family in need, or if you are in need, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT WEDNESDAYS:

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

 CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

join together after dinner to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They enjoy singing, Bible, stories, arts and crafts, games, and more.

 Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group

(6th- 12th grade, Sept- May)

5:30- 8pm. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Save the Dates

3/28- Cardboard Testimonies, 7:00pm

3/29- Spiritual Growth Meeting, 6:30pm

3/30- SPRING BREAK (No CONNECT)

3/30- SPRING BREAK (No Youth Group)

4/04- Cardboard Testimonies, 7:00pm

4/05- Deacon’s Meeting 6:30pm

4/05- Elder’s Meeting, 7:00pm

4/06- CONNECT, 5:30pm

4/06- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30pm

March 13, 2022

March 13, 2022

We continue our series through the Gospel of Mark with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life that He calls us to live.

 Today in the story of Mark 4:35-41, we come to understand who Jesus is and what it means to live by faith in Him.

Today’s Worship

 Christians, We Have Met to Worship

My Hope Is In You

How Great Thou Art/ How Great is Our God

 Lord I Need You

 Message

Communion

 Holding Onto You

 God of Grace and God of Glory

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

March Calling Team: Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: The Gideons International is an Association of Christian men and women dedicated to telling people about Jesus through associating together for service, sharing personal testimony, and by providing Bibles and New Testaments.  Immanuel supports this mission in loving memory of Paul M.

Flowers Provided By: Carrie B, in celebration of Fred B’s birthday.  Fred may God bless your special day with more love than your heart can hold.  

CONNECT this Wed, March 16:  Dinner we will be nachos, taco salad, deconstructed Mexican corn casserole, and cookies for dessert. CONNECT Kids will meet at 6:15pm to learn about fishing with Jesus in John 21, and they will enjoy racing their boats that they made last Wednesday.

Jacquie and Rick H and all H Family Wish to Thank the Members of ICRC: for the wonderful cards, flowers, and well wishes in our time of bereavement of the passing of  Rick’s mom, Thelma Marie H.

Thank You for All of Your Wonderful Prayers and Good Thoughts: for our recent trip to Duke.  Everything went very well, God Bless you all.~ Sandi S

New Members Class: Sunday, March 27, after the service, in the choir room. Please sign up by filling out the back of the connection card located in the pew and dropping it in the offering plate located at the front of the sanctuary.

Prayer Team Members are Ready to Pray for You:  Each Sunday during Lent, there will be 2 members from the Prayer Team at the front of the sanctuary ready to pray for you. If you are in need of prayer, please come to the front of the sanctuary during dismissal time.

2022 Mission Trips:  If you are interested in one or both of these trips, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Blue Knob, PA (7/17-7/23): Open to Youth Group Students and Young Adults.

The "Backyard" Mission Trip (8/11-8/14): For our in-state trip this year, will be staying right here at Immanuel and doing mission work in our own community.

 Giving

To support the ongoing ministry of Immanuel, please place your offering in the basket at the front of the sanctuary.  You may also submit an offering online at www.icrclansing.org.

 Local  Needs:

Personal Needs Closet: Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry needs your support.  Currently we are in need of bleach, laundry soap, paper towels, and Toilet Paper. Please place donations in the baskets provided underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary. If you know of a family in need, please have them call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders

 Friends with Health Concerns

Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed,

please contact Kerri M.

Save the Dates

3/14- Cardboard Testimonies, 7:00pm

3/16- CONNECT, 5:30pm

3/16- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30pm

3/16- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30pm

3/21- Cardboard Testimonies, 7:00pm

3/22- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

3/23- CONNECT, 5:30pm

3/23- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30pm

3/24- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30pm                                                                  

March 6, 2022

Welcome

We continue our series through the Gospel of Mark with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life that He calls us to live.  Today in the story of

Mark 3:1-6, we see how Jesus rescues us from the selfishness of sin to live a better story in Him.

Today’s Worship

 Prelude:  Great is Thy Faithfulness  

Live With Abandon

Forever

How He Loves

 Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Message: “Heart of the Problem”

Power of Your Love

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

First Time Visitors

If you’re here for the first time, we would love to connect with you! Please stop by the Welcome Table after the service for more information about Immanuel and receive a free gift as our way of saying thank you for being our guest.

Children & Worship- K-5th grade

Children are invited to join their parents in the sanctuary and will be dismissed to C&W during the service. Our C&W room is located upstairs, across from the Sanctuary. The children will sing songs, learn Bible stories, have a snack, and participate in activities until a parent or guardian picks them up after the Service.

 Nursery

There is a nursery available on the first floor for children ages 0-3 yrs. old.  (As you enter the church, turn right down hallway, and the nursery is the 4th door on the left.)

CONNECT Wednesdays

Connect is our Wednesday night children’s program for children kindergarten -5th grade. Our Connect program exists to provide a place where kids can learn about Jesus in a fun, safe environment.

 We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm. After dinner, at 6:15, the CONNECT Kids will enjoy singing, Bible, stories, arts and crafts, and games.

No need to sign up in advance, simply bring your student!

CONNECT this Wed, March 9: Please join us for dinner in the Family Life Center at 5:30 pm.Dinner will be Sloppy Joes, chips, jello, salad, coleslaw, cookies, and brownies. Kid’s CONNECT, and Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group will follow at 6:15 pm.

Announcements

March Calling Team: Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

March Mission of the Month: The Gideons International,  an Association of Christian business and professional men and their wives dedicated to telling people about Jesus through associating together for service, sharing personal testimony, and by providing Bibles and New Testaments.

Cardboard Testimonies Class: Mondays, March 7- April 11, at 7:00 pm., in the sanctuary.

New Members Class: Sunday, March 27, after the service, in the choir room. Please sign up by filling out the back of the connection card in your bulletin and dropping it in the offering plate located at the front of the sanctuary.

These Prayer Team Members are Ready to Pray for You: Each Sunday during Lent, there will be 2 members from the Prayer Team at the front of the sanctuary ready to pray for you. If you are in need of prayer, please come see us at the front of the sanctuary during dismissal time. The Prayer Team members will be taking turns each week, today it will be Marcia Jackson and  Stacia Wojnaroski.

Life Groups: We have several Life Group options for adults. Our Life Groups get together to grow in their faith, pray together, serve together, and support one another. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, email Fred H.

2022 Mission Trips:

Blue Knob, PA

(7/17-7/23)

 - Open to Youth Group Students and Young Adults

 - We would be driving 7 hours according to google maps.

 - We will stay in dorms at a local college apartment (only our group).

 - The nightly worship sessions would have about 70-100 people attending.

The "Backyard" Mission Trip

(8/11-8/14)

 For our in-state trip this year, will be staying right here at Immanuel and doing mission work in our own community.

 - Saturday will be a "fun day"

 If you are interested in one or both of these trips, please contact Joey South at: jrsouth16@yahoo.com

Giving

The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. Please place your offering in the basket provided at the front of the sanctuary.You may also submit an offering on our website, www.icrclansing.org,, and choose the “Giving” tab.

 Friends with Health Concerns

Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

Save the Dates

3/14- Cardboard Testimonies Class, 7:00pm

3/16- CONNECT, 5:30pm

3/16- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30pm

3/16- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30pm

February 27, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

As we continue our series through the Gospel of Mark, we do so with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life that He calls us to live. Today we see Jesus Christ call someone unexpected to be His disciple, a tax collector named Levi. This morning in Mark 2:13-17 we see the scandalous grace of Jesus Christ at work in the unexpected to change the lives of those in need of His grace.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music    

 Call to Worship

 You Are Good -Houghton               

 Words of Assurance

 The Word of God

Rescue      -Newsong                                    

Amazing Grace  -Newton

 Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Message: “The Scandal of Grace”

Pastor Matt Lee

 Prayer for Blessing

 The Response to the Word

Your Grace Is Enough -Maher

 *Benediction

 Postlude

 M.O.M. Offering Received

Offering

*Please join us the Family Life Center after the Service for Coffee and Fellowship.*

*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Harold S or Eric C with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month: Words of Hope shares the gospel in nearly 60 languages from Africa to The Middle East, and South Asia. They seek to empower, equip, and encourage indigenous Christians to share the good news in the heart languages of people with the least access to the gospel. So, Words of Hope is not just a devotional ministry nor just a missions agency.  Now, more than ever, our world needs the living hope that only the resurrection of Jesus brings. For more information, please visit www.woh.org.

Prayer Team: These prayer team members are ready to pray for you:  June B, Sheryl E, Ann H, Marcia J, Deb M, and Stacia W.  Requests may be received by calling the church office at 321-2495, or you may speak to a member directly.  You are also invited to attend prayer meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, at 6:30 pm., in the choir room.

Flowers Provided By: Marcia J, celebrating the memory of Jayne W, Marcia’s sister, who is singing “Safe Am I” in heaven.(3/27/57-2/26/2019)

Prayer Request:  Please pray traveling mercies over Carroll and Sandi S as they travel to and from Duke for Sandi’s lung checkup this weekend.  Please also pray for Sandi’s test results as she will be having some extra testing done after having Covid. 

CONNECT this Wed, March 2: Please join us for dinner in the Family Life Center at 5:30 pm.  Dinner will be French toast sticks, sausage links, hash brown patties, berries, and fruit with cool whip.   Kid’s CONNECT will follow at 6:00 pm. 

Cardboard Testimonies Class: Mondays, March 7- April 11, at 7:00 pm., in the sanctuary. Sign-up on the bulletin board located just outside the sanctuary, or you may email Pastor Matt at pastormattICRC@gmail.com.

New Members Class: Sunday, March 27, after the service, in the choir room, from 11:15am to 12:00 pm. If you are interested, please sign up by filling out the back of the connection card that is in your bulletin and dropping it in the offering plate located at the front of the sanctuary. 

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

              Thank you for praying for the ICRC staff and ministry team leaders.

 Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Hannah Kummer, Europe

Hannah works with Mediterranean Hope, a ministry program of the Federation of Protestant Churches in Italy that mobilizes the church and community to welcome sojourners in their midst. Please pray for safe travels, legal avenues of entry, and successful integration of refugees who are settling in Italy. Please also pray for displaced people and migrants who live and work in unsafe conditions; pray for the reforming of labor laws and increased legal pathways to citizenship

 If you have a personal prayer request, please visit our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box located at the front of the sanctuary.

 Friends with Health Concerns

Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

 If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

 Save the Dates

                March 7- Cardboard Testimonies Class, 7:00 pm (In the Sanctuary)

                                        March 8- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

                   March 9- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm.

                                   March 10- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

                            March 13- Communion Service, 10:00 am.

                          March 14- Cardboard Testimonies Class, 7:00 pm.

                  March 16- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm.

February 20, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

As we continue our series through the Gospel of Mark we do so with the focus that as we discover more about Jesus, we discover more about the life He calls us to live. This morning we see the life changing power of faith in Jesus Christ as a man is healed from his paralysis. As we learn of the miracle of Christ's healing work, let us consider the question, “How are our lives different because we believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ?”

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music    

Call to Worship

*Songs                                                     Sing to the King                                               -Foote         

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                                     In Christ Alone                                     -Townend/Getty

                                                                 Build My Life                                                     -Barrett

Scripture:                                                 Mark 12:1-12      

Message                                “The Gospel Changes Everything”

                                                              Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

*Song                                               Because of Your Love                                       -Baloche         

*Benediction

Postlude                                       

Mission of the Month Offering Received

Offering

 The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Harold S or Eric C with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month – Words of Hope shares the gospel in nearly 60 languages from Africa to The Middle East, and South Asia. They seek to empower, equip, and encourage indigenous Christians to share the good news in the heart languages of people with the least access to the gospel. So, Words of Hope is not just a devotional ministry nor just a missions agency.  Now, more than ever, our world needs the living hope that only the resurrection of Jesus brings. For more information, please visit www.woh.org.

Flowers Provided By: the Vander Kolk children to honor their father, Alv, and in memory of their mother, Joy, to recognize that this Wednesday, February 23rd, would have been Alv and Joy's 70th wedding anniversary. What a beautiful love story and togetherness in love for the Lord.

CONNECT this Wednesday, February 23:   We will start out with a pizza party at 5:30 pm, and then afterwards, the kids will enjoy a night full of games, laughs, and lots of fun!   Miss Linda also mentioned that they are planning lots of cool activities for the month of March, so please be looking forward to that!

Good News from Cumberland School:  They are ready to have volunteers back in the building.  We will know shortly what teachers would like to have assistance in their rooms.  They may also need to have new security forms filled out. In the meantime, there is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board located just outside the sanctuary.  Please consider this opportunity.

We Are Still in Need of Life Groups to Make and Serve the Wednesday Night Meals for CONNECT: If you are a Life Group leader, or if you are not in a Life Group but would like to put together a group to make a meal, please sign up for a Wednesday in March.  All Wednesdays are still available.  You can sign up by calling Stacia in the office at (517) 321-2495, or you may send an email to office@icrclansing.org. When doing so, please let Stacia know if you will be doing your own grocery shopping or if you would like somebody to shop for you. Grocery receipts can be submitted to the office for reimbursement. 

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Hannah Kummer, Europe

Hannah works with Mediterranean Hope, a ministry program of the Federation of Protestant Churches in Italy that mobilizes the church and community to welcome sojourners in their midst. Please pray for safe travels, legal avenues of entry, and successful integration of refugees who are settling in Italy. Please also pray for displaced people and migrants who live and work in unsafe conditions; pray for the reforming of labor laws and increased legal pathways to citizenship

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

March 1- Consistory Meeting, 6:30 pm

                 March 2- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group- 5:30 pm.

  March 5- Accountable Leadership Meeting (Team Leaders & Consistory), 9:00 am

February 13, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

 As we continue our series through the Gospel of Mark we do so with the focus on discovering more about who Jesus is in order to discover more about the life we are called to live in Him. Today we discover the good news of the authority of Jesus in Mark 1:21-28.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music     Praise the Name Of Jesus/All Hail the Power Of Jesus’ Name      -Hayes           

Call to Worship

*Songs                                        All the Way My Savior Leads Me                                 -No. 598

                                                  Come Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy                                -No. 428

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                                   Revelation Song                                                    -Riddle

Scripture:                                               Mark 1:21-28                   

Message                               “The Ultimate Good News About Jesus”

                                                              Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

*Song                                                One Thing Remains                        -Bethel                 

*Benediction

 Postlude                                       

Offering

 The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Coffee and Fellowship will resume once again next Sunday, February 20,

after the service*

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Harold S or Eric C with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month – Words of Hope shares the gospel in nearly 60 languages from Africa to The Middle East, and South Asia. They seek to empower, equip, and encourage indigenous Christians to share the good news in the heart languages of people with the least access to the gospel. So, Words of Hope is not just a devotional ministry nor just a missions agency.  Now, more than ever, our world needs the living hope that only the resurrection of Jesus brings. For more information, please visit www.woh.org.

Super Bowl Subs- If you ordered Super Bowl Subs, please stop into the Family Life Center after the service today to pick them up.  Payment is due at this time.

A New Class Called Cardboard Testimonies, Will Begin on Monday, March 7th, at 7:00 pm., in the Sanctuary,: A cardboard testimony is a way for people to tell the story of their transformation in Christ by writing their testimony briefly on a piece of cardboard. On one side a person writes a description of their life before Christ such as, "Lost in sin and shame, believed to be an unlovable mess," and on the other side they write a description of their new life in Christ, "Beloved child of God welcomed home in the Father's embrace." In sharing the testimony, the person holds up one side long enough to be read and then flips it to reveal their transformation in Christ. In this class we will use the study “Grace is Greater”, by Kyle Idleman, to help us discover the stories that we have to share in our testimonies. Then on Easter Sunday, to show the power of the resurrection at work in our lives, we will share our cardboard testimonies with the church. If you are interested in taking this class, please sign-up on the bulletin board located just outside the sanctuary, or you may email Pastor Matt at pastormattICRC@gmail.com. The class will go from March 7th - April 11th.  There is a $10 fee to cover the cost of the “Grace is Greater” journal.

We Are in Need of Life Groups to Make and Serve the Wednesday Night Meals for CONNECT: If you are a Life Group leader, or if you are not in a Life Group but would like to put together a group to make a meal, please sign up for a Wednesday in March.  You can sign up by emailing Stacia in the office at office@icrclansing.org.  When doing so, please let us know if you will be doing your own grocery shopping or not.  Grocery receipts can be submitted to the office for reimbursement. 

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Keith & Denise Krebs, Middle East

Please pray for Chaplain and missionary Keith Krebs and Denise Krebs as they serve the American Mission Hospital by listening to patients and staff, caring for them in stressful times, and by providing spiritual encouragement. Please also pray that they will have a wide reach in this role that brings them into conversations with many people from different nations, religions, and cultures.

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

February 22- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

          February 23- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm.

                               February 24- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

February 6, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

As we begin our study in the Gospel of Mark this morning, we do so with the focus that in discovering more about Jesus, we will come to learn more about the life that He calls us to live in Him. Today, in Mark 1:1-15, we see who Jesus is and the life changing response this good news calls us to.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                        

Call to Worship

*Songs                                                   Everlasting God                                       -Brown/ Riley                                  

                                                            Shout to the Lord                                               -Zschech

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                     Jesus Paid it All (O Praise the One)                                -Stanfill     

Scripture:                                                  Mark 1:1-15                      

Message                                              “Who is this Man?”

                                                               Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

*Song                                                     Prince of Peace              -Imboden/ Rhoton                      

*Benediction

Postlude                                       

Offering

 The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

February Calling Team:  Please call Harold S or Eric C with any special concerns or requests.

February Mission of the Month – Words of Hope shares the gospel in nearly 60 languages from Africa to The Middle East, and South Asia. They seek to empower, equip, and encourage indigenous Christians to share the good news in the heart languages of people with the least access to the gospel. So, Words of Hope is not just a devotional ministry nor just a missions agency.  Now, more than ever, our world needs the living hope that only the resurrection of Jesus brings.

New Sermon Series Begins Today: The Gospel of Mark opens with a very clear announcement of who Jesus is and why He has come, but as the narrative continues to unfold, and people begin listen to His teachings and witness His miracles, they begin to wonder, “Who is this man?” Over the next 8 weeks we will journey through the Gospel of Mark, following Jesus with intrigue and curiosity, seeking to know more of who He is and why He came, and as we learn more about who Jesus is and why He came, we will discover more of the life that He calls us to live in Him.

CONNECT Dinners: We are looking for a person, or a group of people who might be interested in leading the Wednesday night CONNECT dinners beginning in March.  If this is something that you are interested in doing, or maybe even your small group, please let Stacia know in the office or Pastor Matt. 

Part of Our God Dreams Vision is to be a Praying Church:  When we gather together and combine our prayers as one body of Christ the results are powerful.  Please consider joining the Prayer team as we pray for our world, community, and for each other on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, here at Immanuel in the choir room, at 6:30 pm.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Keith & Denise Krebs, Middle East

Please pray for Chaplain and missionary Keith Krebs and Denise Krebs as they serve the American Mission Hospital by listening to patients and staff, caring for them in stressful times, and by providing spiritual encouragement. Please also pray that they will have a wide reach in this role that brings them into conversations with many people from different nations, religions, and cultures.

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

February 13- Communion Service, 10:00 am.

                                    February 15- Deacon’s Meeting, 6:30 pm.

                                       February 22- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

January 30, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

What is the overarching story that defines your life? What gives your life purpose and meaning? Who is the author? What role do you play? What happens when the story does not go as you planned it to?

The story of Ruth is a story of tragedy, loss, pain, heartache, uncertainty, bitterness, and fear. It is a story that shocks us with how real and tragic it is, but it is also a story that reminds us of the much larger story that all of our life stories are a part of: God’s redemptive story. The story of Ruth is a reminder for us of God’s unfolding redemptive story that takes place not only in the pages of Scripture but also in our everyday lives. Amidst the tragedies and through the everyday ordinariness of life God’s redemptive story continues to unfold in us, among us, and through us, but the only way we will notice it is in our everyday faithfulness.

Today we conclude our study in Ruth 4 with the good news that it is God's redemptive story in Jesus Christ which directs and defines our lives.

 The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                        

Call to Worship

*Songs                                           All Creatures/Sing Alleluia                                      -No. 347

                                                   How Can I Keep From Singing?                    -Tomlin/ Redman

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                                 Grace Flows Down                          -Giglio/ Padgett/ Bell

Scripture:                                                       Ruth 4                      

Message                              “The Unfolding of God’s Redemptive Story”

                                                               Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

*Song                                                          Lifesong                                                             -Hall    

*Benediction

Postlude                                       

Offering

 The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

January Calling Team:  Please call Mike J or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

January Mission of the Month – Safe Families for Children: Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like supports for families facing a crisis through a community of compassionate volunteers to keep children safe and families together. To find out more, please visit their website at www.safe-families.org. 

We are Collecting Blankets and Comforters for the Homeless That are Outside This Time of Year: Please leave them in the containers outside of the sanctuary. Thank you ~ The Outreach  team

Today is the Last Day to Order Super Bowl Subs: The order form is located on the bulletin board just outside of the sanctuary, or you may email your order to Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.  The subs will be available for pickup after the worship service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13.  Payment is due at that time.

You Are Invited to a Baby Shower for Sara E: Here at Immanuel, in the Family Life Center, this Saturday, February 5, at 10:30 am.  Sara is registered at Amazon and Target. Instead of a card, please consider giving a book. Sara has many Spanish/Bilingual books listed.  Cash or checks payable to Sara E are also an option so she can purchase large items in Honduras.  (stroller, highchair, diapers, etc.) Masks are encouraged and appreciated.

CONNECT Dinners: We are looking for a person, or a group of people who might be interested in leading the Wednesday night CONNECT dinners beginning in March.  If this is something that you are interested in doing, or maybe even your small group, please let Stacia know in the office or Pastor Matt. 

Part of Our God Dreams Vision is to be a Praying Church:  When we gather together and combine our prayers as one body of Christ the results are powerful.  Please consider joining the Prayer team as we pray for our world, community, and for each other on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, here at Immanuel in the choir room, at 6:30 pm.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Chris & Ren Briggs, Latin America

Please pray that the Caribbean Christian Centre for the Deaf (CCCD) will best manage their resources, meet the community’s needs, and develop relationships that
could open new doors even during a global crisis.  Pray also for new opportunities to raise awareness of CCCD’s resources for children and families of the Deaf population, and for the appropriate doctors so that the Briggs family can find acceptable pharmaceutical alternatives that are easily accessible for health needs.

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

February 8- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

                               February 9- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

                                 February 10- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

                              February 12- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Making Subs

            February 13- Pick Up Super Bowl Subs After the Service, 11:15 am.

                                     February 15- Deacon’s Meeting, 6:30 pm.

January 23, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

What is the overarching story that defines your life? What gives your life purpose and meaning? Who is the author? What role do you play? What happens when the story does not go as you planned it to?

 The story of Ruth is a story of tragedy, loss, pain, heartache, uncertainty, bitterness, and fear. It is a story that shocks us with how real and tragic it is, but it is also a story that reminds us of the much larger story that all of our life stories are a part of: God’s redemptive story. The story of Ruth is a reminder for us of God’s unfolding redemptive story that takes place not only in the pages of Scripture but also in our everyday lives. Amidst the tragedies and through the everyday ordinariness of life God’s redemptive story continues to unfold in us, among us, and through us, but the only way we will notice it is in our everyday faithfulness.

 Today we will see how God's redemptive story continues to unfold through something we so easily take for granted and can be tempted to see as insignificant: every day, ordinary, acts of faith.

 The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                        

Call to Worship

*Songs                                           Open the Eyes of My Heart     -Baloche                                 

                                                              Be Thou My Vision                                                   -Ash

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                     Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing              -Robinson/Wyeth             

Scripture:                                                      Ruth 3   

Message                         “The Unfolding of God’s Redemptive Story”

                                                              Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

Moment for Ministry

*Song                                                 Those Who Trust                             -Chaffer                      

*Benediction

Postlude                                       

Offering

The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

January Calling Team:  Please call Mike J or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

January Mission of the Month – Safe Families for Children: Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like supports for families facing a crisis through a community of compassionate volunteers to keep children safe and families together. To find out more, please visit their website at www.safe-families.org. 

We are Going to Tie Quilts Again:  Please come to the church on Saturday, January 29 at 10:00am.  We will meet in the family life center and work until we get them done.  No experience needed any one can do this.  The quilts will go back to Country Stitches and be donated to those in need.

We are Collecting Blankets and Comforters for the Homeless That are Outside This Time of Year: Please bring them the next couple of Sundays and leave them in the containers outside of the sanctuary. Thank you ~ The Outreach  team

Super Bowl Sub Sale: We will continue accepting orders until Sunday, January 30th.  The order form is located on the bulletin board just outside of the sanctuary, or you may email your order to Joey South.  The subs will be available for pickup after the worship service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13.  Payment is due at that time.

The "Kickoff Special"- Ham and provolone cheese. $4.50 Each or 10 for $40.

The "Touchdown Deluxe"- Ham, salami, provolone, and American cheese. $5.50 Each or 10 for $45. 

You Are Invited to a Baby Shower for Sara E: Saturday, February 5, at 10:30 am., here at Immanuel, in the Family Life Center. Sara is registered at Amazon and Target. Instead of a card, please consider giving a book. Sara has many Spanish/Bilingual books listed.  Cash or checks payable to Sara E are also an option so she can purchase large items in Honduras.  (stroller, highchair, diapers, etc.) Masks are encouraged and appreciated.

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Chris & Ren Briggs, Latin America

Please pray that the Caribbean Christian Centre for the Deaf (CCCD) will best manage their resources, meet the community’s needs, and develop relationships that
could open new doors even during a global crisis.  Pray also for new opportunities to raise awareness of CCCD’s resources for children and families of the Deaf population, and for the appropriate doctors so that the Briggs family can find acceptable pharmaceutical alternatives that are easily accessible for health needs.

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Wayne S, and Sandi S

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

February 2- CONNECT, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm. (TBD)

February 5- Sara Eytcheson Alvarado Baby Shower, 10:30 am.

January 16, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

What is the overarching story that defines your life? What gives your life purpose and meaning? Who is the author? What role do you play? What happens when the story does not go as you planned it to?

The story of Ruth is a story of tragedy, loss, pain, heartache, uncertainty, bitterness, and fear. It is a story that shocks us with how real and tragic it is, but it is also a story that reminds us of the much larger story that all of our life stories are a part of: God’s redemptive story. The story of Ruth is a reminder for us of God’s unfolding redemptive story that takes place not only in the pages of Scripture but also in our everyday lives. Amidst the tragedies and through the everyday ordinariness of life God’s redemptive story continues to unfold in us, among us, and through us, but the only way we will notice it is in our everyday faithfulness.

Today we see in the story of Ruth 2 how God's redemptive story continues to unfold not only in the lives of those involved, but also through the lives of those involved in the story. God's redemptive story continues to unfold through the faithful acts of Ruth and Boaz. How might God be wanting to use you in His redemptive story?

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                        

Call to Worship

*Songs                                                    O Praise Him                                                -Crowder

                                                               Song Of Love                    -St. James, Bronleewe, Ash

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                                    Worthy Worthy                            -Vertical Church Band

Scripture:                                                      Ruth 2    

Message                         “The Unfolding of God’s Redemptive Story”

                                                            Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

*Song                                                 My Hope Is In You                           -Powell, Third Day      

*Benediction

 Postlude                                       

Mission of the Month Offering Received

Offering

 The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 January Calling Team:  Please call Mike J or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

January Mission of the Month – Safe Families for Children: Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like supports for families facing a crisis through a community of compassionate volunteers to keep children safe and families together. To find out more, please visit their website at www.safe-families.org. 

CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group:  We have made a decision to put a pause on both CONNECT and our Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group Meetings for the rest of the Wednesdays in January due to the increasing number of Covid cases at this time.  We will be watching the numbers very closely and will let you know as soon as a decision is made for February. Thank you for your understanding.

Super Bowl Sub Sale:  This fundraiser is put on by our Jr. & Sr. High youth groups to help support activities and mission trips. They will 2 kinds of subs offered:

1.      The "Kickoff Special"- Ham and provolone cheese. $4.50 Each or 10 for $40.

2.      The "Touchdown Deluxe"- Ham, salami, provolone, and American cheese. $5.50 Each or 10 for $45. 

Please write your order down on the sign-up sheet that is located on the bulletin board just outside of the sanctuary.  You may also email your order to Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.  We will continue taking orders until Sunday, January 30th.  The subs will then be made on the Saturday, February 12, and will be available for pickup after the worship service on Super Bowl Sunday, February 13.  Payment is due at pickup.

You Are Invited to a Baby Shower for Sara E-A: Saturday, February 5, at 10:30 am., here at Immanuel, in the Family Life Center. Sara is registered at Amazon and Target. Instead of a card, please consider giving a book. Sara has many Spanish/Bilingual books listed.  Cash or checks payable to Sara E. are also an option so she can purchase large items in Honduras.  (stroller, highchair, diapers, etc.) Masks are encouraged and appreciated.

Join Us Next Sunday as we continue the Sermon Series through Ruth and “The Unfolding of God’s Redemptive Story”:  ( Jan. 30 – Ruth 4)

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Brian and Elizabeth Bruxvoort, Alaska

Pray that we as a family will fervently seek the Lord in the coming year and be fully devoted to Him.  Please pray for full healing of Brian’s eyes.  Please also pray that God will prepare the children’s hearts for camp this summer; to respond to His offered gift of salvation and spiritual growth, and that the ministries in Alaska will bear abundant fruit for Christ.

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara E-A (Pregnancy), Mark B, June B, John B,

Joe C, Howard J. C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

Kathy G, Roland H, Lon H, Barb K, Wayne K,

Marcia N, Caitlin S (Pregnancy), Wayne S,

Carroll S, and Sandi S

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

January 25- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

January 27- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

January 30- Super Bowl Sub Orders Due

February 2- CONNECT, Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm. (TBD)

February 5- Sara E-A Baby Shower, 10:30 am.

January 9, 2022

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

What is the overarching story that defines your life? What gives your life purpose and meaning? Who is the author? What role do you play? What happens when the story does not go as you planned it to?

The story of Ruth is a story of tragedy, loss, pain, heartache, uncertainty, bitterness, and fear. It is a story that shocks us with how real and tragic it is, but it is also a story that reminds us of the much larger story that all of our life stories are a part of, God’s redemptive story. The story of Ruth is a reminder for us of God’s unfolding redemptive story that takes place not only in the pages of Scripture but also in our everyday lives.

Amidst the tragedies and through the everyday ordinariness of life, God’s redemptive story continues to unfold in us, among us, and through us, but the only way that we will notice it is in our everyday faithfulness. Ruth is a reminder that God’s redemptive story in Jesus Christ continues to unfold through our everyday, ordinary faithfulness.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                        

Call to Worship

*Songs                                                 I Wanna Be Washed                                         -Spiritual

                            How Great Thou Art/How Great Is Our God -Hine /Tomlin, Reeves, Cash

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                                     We Fall Down                                                   -Tomlin

Scripture:                                                       Ruth 1    

Message                         “The Unfolding of God’s Redemptive Story”

                                                              Pastor Matt Lee

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

Celebrate the Lord’s Supper

Responsive Communion Thanksgiving

*Song                                                         All To You                                  -Brewster/McNully 

*Benediction

Postlude                                       

Offering

 The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

January Calling Team:  Please call Mike J or Carrie B with any special concerns or requests.

January Mission of the Month – Safe Families for Children: Safe Families for Children hosts vulnerable children and creates extended family-like supports for families facing a crisis through a community of compassionate volunteers to keep children safe and families together. To find out more, please visit their website at www.safe-families.org. 

Flowers Provided By:  Carrie B in celebration of her grandson Zeke’s birthday.  Zeke, we hope that the year ahead holds many wonderful surprises for someone as special as you! Happy Birthday!

CONNECT:  We have made a decision to put a pause on CONNECT for the rest of the Wednesdays in January due to the increasing number of Covid cases at this time.  We do hope to resume again in February, but again it will depend on how many cases there are.  Your safety and your children's safety are of the utmost importance to us, so we will be watching the numbers very closely, and we will let you know as soon as a decision is made for February. Thank you for your understanding.

Winter Game Night on January 15: Let’s begin 2022 with fellowship! Bring your favorite card or board game, and a friend, and come join us for an evening of fun and games next Saturday.  Snacks will be provided.  We will begin at 6:30 pm and will go until the fun is done!

Join Us Next Sunday as we continue the Sermon Series through Ruth and “The Unfolding of God’s Redemptive Story”:  (Jan. 16 – Ruth 2, Jan. 20 – Ruth 3, Jan. 30 – Ruth 4)

Thank You

Immanuel Church Family, as the year draws to a close I just want to take a moment to thank each of you for making Immanuel such an amazing church. My family has appreciated all the ways you have welcomed us over the last year.  Thank you also for the generosity you have shown me and my family throughout the year, but especially this Christmas season with the gifts, cards, and prayers.  You are a great people to have the privilege to pastor and to have the opportunity to serve Christ together with. I look forward to what God has in store over the next year.  Grace and Peace, Pastor Matt

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Brian and Elizabeth Bruxvoort, Alaska

Pray that we as a family will fervently seek the Lord in the coming year and be fully devoted to Him.  Please pray for full healing of Brian’s eyes.  Please also pray that God will prepare the children’s hearts for camp this summer; to respond to His offered gift of salvation and spiritual growth, and that the ministries in Alaska will bear abundant fruit for Christ.

 If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located just outside of the sanctuary next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                        Sara A. (Pregnancy), Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Wayne K., Marcia N, Wayne S., Caitlin S. (Pregnancy), and Carroll & Sandi S.

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

January 19- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm.

Our service project this month is the City Rescue Mission.

We have an opportunity this month to volunteer in the Upscale City Rescue Thrift Store or to serve meals at the Men’s and/or Women’s shelters.

The volunteer Coordinator for the City Rescue Mission has stated that their Thrift Store at 3700 W Saginaw Hwy is where they really need help at all hours.  They can utilize groups of up to 10 people at a time from 11:30-5:30 pm Thursday thru Saturday the entire month of January.  They recommend time slots of 2-4 hours at a time.

The Women’s and Children’s Shelter can utilize groups of up to 8 from 5:30-7:30pm.:

January 2nd, 6th, 8th, and 9th.

January 16th, 20th, 21st, and 22nd

January 24th and 28th

The Men’s Shelter can utilize groups of up to 6 from 6:20-8:00pm.

 Saturdays, January 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th

Please keep in mind that this would be a great time for small groups to get together and volunteer.

These times could change as other groups from other churches etc. may take some of these times. 

There will be a sign up sheet on the bulletin board and as you put in times Vivienne will call and confirm your time. Or you could call yourself, Emilee Iseminger, Volunteer Coordinator 485-0145ex1237.

 Super Bowl Sub Sale

This is a fundraiser that we do each year to help support our youth groups and our mission trips.  We will be taking orders through

Sunday, January 30th.

Touchdown Deluxe: (Ham, Salami, Provolone, and American Cheese) $5.50 Each or 10 for $45.

Kick-Off-Special: (Ham and Provolone Cheese) $4.50 Each or 10 for $40.

 You may place your order by signing up on the bulletin board located just outside of the sanctuary, or you may email Joey S.

Please pick up your subs after the worship service on Sunday, February 13th, to either enjoy during the big game, or to freeze for later!  Payment is due at pickup.

December 19, 2021

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

During the season of Advent, we will be going through the book of Isaiah in a series titled, “A Thrill of Hope”. This series will focus on God’s promises through the prophet Isaiah. These promises gave hope to hopeless people, but they were not immediately fulfilled. As we journey through Isaiah and look at the promises God made to His people, we will see how it is our hope for what is to come that forms us as we wait in the present moment.

Isaiah will challenge us to see that God doesn’t work according to our timeline and He certainly doesn’t work in the way that we think He should, but even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of what is happening, God is at work to fulfill His promises.

 Through Isaiah God reveals to us what we will ultimately see in the manger scene. We will see that in God’s timing, He uses the unexpected and the unimaginable to accomplish His purposes, and when we believe in a God like this, even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of things, there is always the thrill of hope in a God who is faithful to fulfill His promises.

This week we enter into the time of exile for the people of Israel. During this difficult time in which many find themselves questioning God, Isaiah gives the people a comforting message that anticipates their questions and reminds them of the hope they have in God.

 The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                        

Call to Worship

*Songs                                                O Come All Ye Faithful                                             -No. 193

                                                                 We Three Kings                                                    -No. 206

Kids Message

Congregational Prayer

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Advent Wreath Lighting

Advent Video Testimonial

The Word of God

*Song                                           Come Thou Long Expected Jesus                                     -No. 168

Scripture:                                               Isaiah 40:1-11; 21-31

Message                                               “A Comforting Hope”

                                                                    Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

*Song                                            Angels We Have Heard On High                                      -No. 192

*Benediction

Postlude                                       

Mission of the Month Offering Received

Offering

*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team:  Please call Sue F or Liz S with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month, Eve’s House: (Ending. Violent. Encounters.) This organization provides legal services, shelter, food, and a safe place to live for women and children who have experienced domestic violence.  For more information, please visit www.eveinc.org, or if you are in need of help, please call the Crisis Line at (517) 372-5572.

Enhanced Coffee Hour:  Please join us for food and fellowship in the Family Life Center after the service this morning.

Christmas Eve Service:  Please join us Friday, December 24, at 6:00 pm., for our Christmas Eve Candlelight service. 

CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth:  There will be no CONNECT or Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group this Wednesday, December 22, or next Wednesday, December 29, due to Winter Break.  We will resume once again on Wednesday, January 5.

Reminder from the Counting Team:  Per IRS rules, all contributions for the 2021 giving year must be received in the office by Dec. 31, or if mailed, postmarked by Dec. 31.  E-Giving donations must also be made by Dec. 31.  Thank you in advance. ~ Sheryl

Join Us Next Sunday, As We Wrap Up the Series, “A Thrill of Hope.”:  

• December 26 - Isaiah 61 "A Hope for December 26th"

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for CranHill Ranch-

Please pray for the CranHill staff that they will receive God’s guidance and hear His direction.  Please pray for their retreat groups and for their campers, asking God to soften their hearts so that when they hear the Gospel, they can respond.  Please also pray for their summer camps, and that they will have enough staff during the summer.  (If you know of a college student who is looking for a place to serve and to live out their faith, please have them fill out an application at www.cranhillranch.com/apply, or they may call  (231) 796-7669 for more information.)

There is a Prayer Request box located next to the mailboxes, just outside of the sanctuary. If you have a personal prayer request, please write it down on one of the “Prayer Request” cards provided and place it in the box. The box will be checked weekly and shared only between ministry staff and the Prayer Team.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                       Sara A. (Pregnancy), Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, Wayne S., Sandi S, and Caitlin S. (Pregnancy)

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

                           December 29- No CONNECT/ Youth Group, Winter Break

                        January 05- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm

                                           January 11- Men’s Study, 7:00 p.m.

                                 January 12- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

                                   January 15- Adult Game Night, Time TBA

December 12, 2021

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

During the season of Advent, we will be going through the book of Isaiah in a series titled, “A Thrill of Hope”. This series will focus on God’s promises through the prophet Isaiah. These promises gave hope to hopeless people, but they were not immediately fulfilled. As we journey through Isaiah and look at the promises God made to His people, we will see how it is our hope for what is to come that forms us as we wait in the present moment.

Isaiah will challenge us to see that God doesn’t work according to our timeline and He certainly doesn’t work in the way that we think He should, but even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of what is happening, God is at work to fulfill His promises.

Through Isaiah God reveals to us what we will ultimately see in the manger scene. We will see that in God’s timing, He uses the unexpected and the unimaginable to accomplish His purposes, and when we believe in a God like this, even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of things, there is always the thrill of hope in a God who is faithful to fulfill His promises.

This week we enter the world of Isaiah 11 which is a world filled with the corruption and devastation of sin. Yet, in this world, where sin has caused great destruction, God promises to intervene. God promises hope for new life and restoration through a promised Savior who will be what every other king failed to be, and who will bring what no other person could bring, freedom from sin and new life.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                                   He Is Born                                               -Collinsworth

                                                    Go Tell It On the Mountain                                          -Hayes

Call to Worship

*Songs                                                  O Praise Him                                                     -Crowder

                                                    Do You Hear What I Hear                            -Regney/ Shayne

Kids Message

Congregational Prayer

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Advent Wreath Lighting

Advent Video Testimonial

 The Word of God

*Song                                           Come Thou Long Expected Jesus                      -Wesley/ Prichard

Scripture:                                                    Isaiah 11:1-9

Message                                              “Hope Sprouts Eternal”

                                                                   Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

*Song                                                   Unspeakable Joy   -Tomlin/ Cash/ Handel/ Watts/ Gilder

*Benediction

Postlude                                        Good Christian Friends, Rejoice               -McDonald                     

Offering

*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team:  Please call Sue F. or Liz S. with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month, Eve’s House: (Ending. Violent. Encounters.) This organization provides legal services, shelter, food, and a safe place to live for women and children who have experienced domestic violence.  For more information, please visit www.eveinc.org, or if you are in need of help, please call the Crisis Line at (517) 372-5572.

Prayer Request:  Please pray for traveling mercies and protection over Mark and June as they travel too and from the Mayo Clinic this week.  Please also pray for a positive report from the doctors regarding Mark’s test results, and for complete healing in Jesus name.  Thank you.

CONNECT this Wednesday, December 15: Ashlee will be serving lasagna, salad, garlic bread, and dessert for dinner. Afterwards, the CONNECT Kids will enjoy watching a Christmas movie with popcorn, and they will be bringing home their Christmas ornaments that they made over the last 2 weeks.

Join Us Next Sunday, December 19, After the Service, for an Enhanced Coffee Hour:  Food will be provided by the Fellowship Team.

Men’s Bible Study:  Due to Holiday travel and participant schedules, the Men’s Bible Study will be meeting only once during the month of December on Tuesday, December 21, at 7:00 p.m., at the same location.  Thanks ~ Bruce and Mike.

New Greeter Schedule posted. Thanks to everyone who participated as a greeter in 2021. The new schedule for January- March has been posted, so please sign up early to get the week(s) of your choice. All volunteers are welcome! This is a great way to meet and greet both our church family and visitors.

Join Us as We Continue through the Series, “A Thrill of Hope.”:   

December 19 - Isaiah 40:1-11; 21-31 "A Comforting Hope"

December 26 - Isaiah 61 "A Hope for December 26th"

Prayers for RCA Missionaries-

 Friends with Health Concerns

                            Sara A., Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, Sandi S, and Caitlin S.

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

December 20- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

December 21- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

                          December 22- No CONNECT/ Youth Group, Winter Break

                                   December 24- Christmas Eve Service, 6:00 pm.

                           December 29- No CONNECT/ Youth Group, Winter Break

                        January 05- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm

December 5, 2021

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

During the season of Advent, we will be going through the book of Isaiah in a series titled, “A Thrill of Hope”. This series will focus on God’s promises through the prophet Isaiah. These promises gave hope to hopeless people, but they were not immediately fulfilled. As we journey through Isaiah and look at the promises God made to His people, we will see how it is our hope for what is to come that forms us as we wait in the present moment.

Isaiah will challenge us to see that God doesn’t work according to our timeline and He certainly doesn’t work in the way that we think He should, but even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of what is happening, God is at work to fulfill His promises.

Through Isaiah God reveals to us what we will ultimately see in the manger scene. We will see that in God’s timing, He uses the unexpected and the unimaginable to accomplish His purposes, and when we believe in a God like this, even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of things, there is always the thrill of hope in a God who is faithful to fulfill His promises.

This week we enter the darkness of Isaiah 9 to discover the light of hope which shines bright amidst it. Isaiah 9 helps us to see this morning what it means to truly live with hope in this world.

 The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                

Call to Worship

*Songs                                          Let Everything That Has Breathe                                     -Redman

                                                              What Child Is This                                    -An English Carol

Kids Message

Congregational Prayer

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Advent Wreath Lighting

Advent Video Testimonial

 The Word of God

*Song                                             O Come O Come Emmanuel                                        -Helmore

Scripture:                                                     Isaiah 9:1-7

Message                                           “Hope Amidst Darkness”

                                                                   Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

Mission of the Month

*Song                                                          He Reigns                                              -Furler/ Taylor              

*Benediction                           

Postlude                                      

Offering

*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

December Calling Team:  Please call Sue F or Liz S with any special concerns or requests.

December Mission of the Month, Eve’s House: (Ending. Violent. Encounters.) This organization provides legal services, shelter, food, and a safe place to live for women and children who have experienced domestic violence.  For more information, please visit www.eveinc.org, or if you are in need of help, please call the Crisis Line at (517) 372-5572.

CONNECT this Wednesday, December 8: Ashlee will be serving nachos for dinner at 5:30 pm.  Afterwards, the kids will be able to tell the Christmas story with Katie using nativity pieces, and they will be continue working on their Christmas tree ornaments that they will be taking home next week on December 15.

Men’s Bible Study:  Due to Holiday travel and participant schedules, the Men’s Bible Study will be meeting only once during the month of December on Tuesday, December 21, at 7:00 p.m., at the same location.  Thanks ~ Bruce and Mike.

New Greeter Schedule posted. Thanks to everyone who participated as a greeter in 2021. The new schedule for January- March has been posted, so please sign up early to get the week(s) of your choice. All volunteers are welcome! This is a great way to meet and greet both our church family and visitors.

Message from the Prayer Team:  There is a “Prayer Request” box located on the table next to the mailboxes, just outside of the sanctuary. If you have a personal prayer request, please write it down on one of the “Prayer Request” cards provided and place it in the box. The box will be checked weekly and shared only between ministry staff and the Prayer Team unless you request otherwise.  Your prayer concerns are important to us, and all requests will be handled with extreme care and confidentiality as we pray for your situation.

Join Us as We Continue through the Series, “A Thrill of Hope.”:   

December 12 - Isaiah 11:1-9 "Hope Sprouts Eternal"

December 19 - Isaiah 40:1-11; 21-31 "A Comforting Hope"

December 26 - Isaiah 61 "A Hope for December 26th"

Save the Date:The Fellowship team will be hosting an adult game night here at Immanuel on Saturday, January 15.Please think about joining us that evening for a night of fun, and please also start thinking about a friend or two that you might like to invite.

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Sayuri & Abraham Kist-Okazaki, Asia

Please pray for Sayuri and Abraham’s continued good health as they find themselves in their late 50’s, and for their two children who are both recent college graduates working in Japan. Please also pray for vision in the congregations of Japan, that they might have an excitement and passion for evangelism, and please for the people in Japan who have not yet accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                            Sara A., Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, Sandi S, and Caitlin S.

If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

December 15- CONNECT/ Youth Group Christmas Party, 5:30 pm.

December 16- Outreach Team Meeting, 7:00 pm.

December 20- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

December 21- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

                          December 22- No CONNECT/ Youth Group, Winter Break

                                   December 24- Christmas Eve Service, Time TBA

                           December 29- No CONNECT/ Youth Group, Winter Break

November 28, 2021

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

 During the season of Advent, we will be going through the book of Isaiah in a series titled, “A Thrill of Hope”. This series will focus on God’s promises through the prophet Isaiah. These promises gave hope to hopeless people, but they were not immediately fulfilled. As we journey through Isaiah and look at the promises God made to His people, we will see how it is our hope for what is to come that forms us as we wait in the present moment.

Isaiah will challenge us to see that God doesn’t work according to our timeline and He certainly doesn’t work in the way that we think He should, but even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of what is happening, God is at work to fulfill His promises.

Through Isaiah God reveals to us what we will ultimately see in the manger scene. We will see that in God’s timing, He uses the unexpected and the unimaginable to accomplish His purposes, and when we believe in a God like this, even when all hope seems lost, and even when we can’t make sense of things, there is always the thrill of hope in a God who is faithful to fulfill His promises. This morning we will begin our series by looking at Isaiah 7:1-17 and the hope that we have in a God who promises to be with us, even amidst moments of devastation and destruction.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                

Call to Worship

*Songs                                       My Soul Magnifies The Lord                             -Carson/ Tomlin

                                                          Revelation Song                                                        -Riddle

Kids Message

Congregational Prayer

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Advent Wreath Lighting

Advent Video Testimonial

 The Word of God

*Song                                              O Come O Come Emmanuel                           -Helmore                   

Scripture:                                                     Isaiah 7:1-17

Message                                        “Hope in a God Who is With Us”

                                                                      Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

Moment for Ministry

*Song                                                              Forever                                                          -Tomlin  

*Benediction                           

Postlude                                      

Offering

*Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team:  Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: Please consider choosing a tag from our Angel  tree located just outside of the sanctuary to purchase a gift for a member of a young refugee family of 4 from Afghanistan, who also have a baby on the way.  After purchasing your gift, please place it under the tree unwrapped.  Please also turn in your Angel Tree Tag, as well as your original receipt, or a copy of it, with the gift for "Charitable Contribution" tracking purposes.  No gift receipts please.  Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission.

A Message from the Prayer Team:  There is a “Prayer Request” box located on the table next to the mailboxes, just outside of the sanctuary. If you have a personal prayer request, please write it down on one of the “Prayer Request” cards provided and place it in the box. The box will be checked weekly and shared only between ministry staff and the Prayer Team unless you request otherwise.  Your prayer concerns are important to us, and all requests will be handled with extreme care and confidentiality as we pray for your situation.

CONNECT this Wednesday, December 1: Ashlee will be serving breakfast for dinner: pancakes, hash browns, and fruit salad.  Afterwards, the kids will learn about how Jesus is our best Superhero, and they will begin decorating their very own Christmas tree in their Superhero area.  Each week the kids will make a beautiful ornament for their tree, and then on December 15th, they will be able to take all these ornaments home with them.  They will also learn and talk about how hard it is to wait, and there will be singing and games too! 

Staff Holiday Gifts: Can be made until Sunday, December 12: If you would like to contribute towards a  monetary Christmas gift for the ICRC staff, please enclose your gift in an envelope labeled “Staff Gift”, or you may write this on the memo line of your check, and then drop it into one of the collection plates in the sanctuary. You may also  hand it to one of the Deacons: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, or Liz S.  Please also be sure to include your envelope number for contribution credit.  The deacons will then divide the funds among the staff for their annual holiday gifts from the ICRC congregation. 

New Sermon Series Schedule:

November 28 - Isaiah 7:1-17 "Hope in a God Who is With Us"

December 5 - Isaiah 9:1-7 "Hope Amidst Darkness"

December 12 - Isaiah 11:1-9 "Hope Sprouts Eternal"

December 19 - Isaiah 40:1-11; 21-31 "A Comforting Hope"

December 26 - Isaiah 61 "A Hope for December 26th"

Save the Date:The Fellowship team will be hosting an adult game night here at Immanuel on Saturday, January 15.Please think about joining us that evening for a night of fun, and please also start thinking about a friend or two that you might like to invite.

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Maasai Outreach Mission, Africa

Please pray for the health of the Maasai people. Pray they will have access to the care they need, including prenatal care, immunizations, counseling, and other basic healthcare. 

If you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia Jackson at 663-7441. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org, or you may place a written request in the prayer box that is located next to the church mailboxes.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                            Sara A., Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, Sandi S, and Caitlin S.

Have you or a loved one been in the hospital or have just gotten out and were told you should rest for a few days? If so, wouldn’t it be great to have a home cooked meal delivered to your house? If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

December 6- Spiritual Growth Meeting, 6:30 pm.

December 6- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

December 7- Elder’s Meeting, 7:00 pm.

December 8- CONNECT, 5:30 pm.

December 8- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm.

December 9- Kinetic Gospel Discipleship Class, 7:00 pm.

                                        December 14- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

                   December 15- CONNECT/ Youth Group Christmas Party, 5:30 pm.

November 21, 2021

Sunday, November 21, 2021

 “Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

What are we as a church known for? What are we known for by our neighbors? Do people outside of the church know us for what we say we want to be known for?

 We are living in a time when the perception of the church in our country is at an all-time low. It is an often repeated phrase that the church is known more for what it is against, than for what it is for. Yet, we as a church have a mission statement and core values that we desire to be known for. The question that we must ask ourselves is: Have we succeeded in this? Are we known for what we want to be known for?  Do people who drive by our building every day know what we are for?

Today we conclude our series by looking at our core value “Doing Acts of Service,” and turning to the story of God’s people in exile to learn from the unique calling and command God that gives them in Jeremiah 29:7. God will challenge us this morning through Jeremiah to see our world and our place in it as followers of Christ in a way that brings the flourishing of His Kingdom.

 The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                

*Songs                                                    Sing To The King                                                       -Foote

                                                                 Life Of Praise                                                             -Hall

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

 The Word of God

*Song                                                         Worthy, Worthy                           -Vertical Worship Band

Scripture:                                                   Jeremiah 29:7          

Message                                             “Doing Acts of Service”

                                                                    Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

*Song                                                       Prince Of Peace                         -Imboden/ Rhoton                        

*Benediction                           

Postlude                                      

Mission of the Month Offering Received

Offering

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team:  Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: Please consider choosing a tag from our Angel  tree located just outside of the sanctuary to purchase a gift for a member of a young refugee family of 4 from Afghanistan, who also have a baby on the way.  After purchasing your gift, please place it under the tree unwrapped.  Please also turn in your Angel Tree Tag, as well as your original receipt, or a copy of it, with the gift for "Charitable Contribution" tracking purposes.  No gift receipts please.  Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission.

Flowers Provided By:  Julie L in loving memory of her mom Beverly’s birthday.  Beverly was also a beloved Grandma, Great Grandma, and Great-Great Grandma, who’s spirit and strength lives on in each one of us and in the lives that she touched. 

Thanksgiving Baskets After the Service:  Please join us in the Family Life Center after the service today to help assemble and deliver Thanksgiving baskets for our community. 

2022 Tithing Envelopes:  If you do not need tithing envelopes for next year, please let Stacia know in the church office by next Sunday, November 28.

Nursery News:  We are in need of volunteers to help out in the nursery during the Sunday Services.  If you are able to do this, please contact Ann H to let her know. 

Staff Holiday Gifts: Can be made until Sunday, December 12: If you would like to contribute towards a  monetary Christmas gift for the ICRC staff, please enclose your gift in an envelope labeled “Staff Gift”, or you may write this on the memo line of your check, and then drop it into one of the collection plates in the sanctuary. You may also  hand it to one of the Deacons if you would like: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, or Liz S.  Please also be sure to include your envelope number for contribution credit.  The deacons will then divide the funds among the staff for their annual holiday gifts from the ICRC congregation. 

Save the Date:The Fellowship team will be hosting an adult game night here at Immanuel on Saturday, January 15.Please think about joining us that evening for a night of fun, and please also start thinking about a friend or two that you might like to invite.

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Maasai Outreach Mission, Africa

Please pray for the health of the Maasai people. Pray they will have access to the care they need, including prenatal care, immunizations, counseling, and other basic healthcare. 

To hear more prayer requests from ICRC, please call 321-2495, extension 191, or if you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                            Sara A., Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, Sandi S, and Caitlin S.

Have you or a loved one been in the hospital or have just gotten out and were told you should rest for a few days? If so, wouldn’t it be great to have a home cooked meal delivered to your house? If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri M.

                                                          Save the Dates

December 1- CONNECT/ Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group , 5:30 pm.

                      December 2- Kinetic Gospel Discipleship Class, 7:00 pm.

December 6- Spiritual Growth Meeting, 6:30 pm.

December 6- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

December 7- Elder’s Meeting, 7:00 pm.

November 14, 2021

“Greetings from all of us at Immanuel”

What are we as a church known for? What are we known for by our neighbors? Do people outside of the church know us for what we say we want to be known for?

We are living in a time when the perception of the church in our country is at an all-time low. It is an often repeated phrase that the church is known more for what it is against, than for what it is for. Yet, we as a church have a mission statement and core values that we desire to be known for. The question that we must ask ourselves is: Have we succeeded in this? Are we known for what we want to be known for?  Do people who drive by our building every day know what we are for?

Today, we will be looking at our church's core value of Responding to Real Needs through the lens of James 2:14-26. This passage this morning will challenge us to see how our response of faith in Christ leads us in our response to the real needs around us.

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                

*Songs                                                     Let It Rise                                                             -Davis

                                                        Power Of Your Love                                                  -Bullock

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

  The Word of God

*Song                                                  Blessed Assurance                                                    -Crosby

Scripture:                                              James 2: 14-26

Message                                        “Responding to Real Needs”

                                                                 Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

The Response to the Word

Celebrate the Lord’s Supper

Responsive Communion Thanksgiving

*Song                                                      You Are Good                                                    -Houghton

*Benediction                           

Postlude                                      

Offering

The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

 *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team:  Please call Rick H. or Sandy C. with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: We have an Angel tree set up just outside of the sanctuary with gift tags to choose from for a young refugee family of 4, who also have a baby on the way. This family had to evacuate from Afghanistan for safety reasons.  Please consider choosing a tag from the tree to purchase a gift for a member of this family.  Each tag will tell you the age and a desired gift.  After purchasing your gift, please place it under the tree unwrapped.  Please also turn in your Angel Tag, as well as your original receipt, or a copy of it, with the gift for "Charitable Contribution" tracking purposes.  No gift receipts please.  Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission. Thank you in advance for helping us to bless this family and to make their Christmas a very special one this year!

Coffee and Fellowship:  We are excited to announce that we are once again offering coffee and fellowship in the Family Life Center after the services starting today!

CONNECT this Wednesday, November 17:  Join us for dinner this Wednesday, at 5:30 pm. Ashlee will be serving pizza, salad, and dessert.  Afterwards, the kids will be learning about how God is our Superhero, and about all of the miracles that He did while traveling with the Israelites in the desert.  The kids will also enjoy making Thanksgiving crafts, playing games, and they will have the opportunity to earn their “Thankful” badge for their superhero capes.

Its That Time of the Year Again: On December 1, we will be distributing the tithing envelopes to the congregation for next year. Please let Stacia know in the church office by next Sunday, November 28, if you do not need tithing envelopes for 2022. 

Nursery News:  We are in need of volunteers to help out in the nursery during the Sunday Services.  If you are able to do this, please contact Ann H. to let her know. 

Join Us Next Week as We Wrap Up the Sermon Series “Known”: 

·Sunday, November 21- “Doing Acts of Service.”  Jeremiah 29:7

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Brian and Elizabeth Bruxvoort

Pray that the children who went to Bible Camp will be strengthened and discipled to walk with the Lord.  Pray also for strong health so that we can continue to serve the Lord, and please pray for Christians to be more concerned about our walk with Jesus rather than the state of our nation. Please also pray also for Christian workers across Alaska as we prepare for the coming cold and darkness of winter, and that our family will continually seek to love the Lord our God with all of our heart.

To hear more prayer requests from ICRC, please call 321-2495, extension 191, or if you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                            Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, and Sandi S

for continued healing.   

    Have you or a loved one been in the hospital or have just gotten out and were told you should rest for a few days? If so, wouldn’t it be great to have a home cooked meal delivered to your house? If you are in need of meals, or if you are willing to provide meals when needed, please contact Kerri Miller at (517) 927-9209.

                                                          Save the Dates

November 22- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:30 pm.

  November 23- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

                   November 24- Thanksgiving Break, No Youth Group or CONNECT

                                             December 1- CONNECT, 5:30 pm.

                        December 1- Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group, 5:30 pm.-8:00 pm.

                           December 2- Kinetic Gospel Discipleship Class, 7:00 pm.

November 7, 2021

The Approach to God

Pre-Service Music                

*Songs                                 All Creatures of our God and King/Sing Alleluia                     -No. 347

                                                             Made To Worship                         -Tomlin/ Cash/ Sharp

Words of Assurance and Law of God

Kids Message

  The Word of God

*Song                                                       Revelation Song                                                      -Riddle

Scripture:                                                    John 4:1-26

Message                                            “Welcoming the Stranger”

                                                                    Pastor Matt

Prayer for Blessing                           

 The Response to the Word

Mission of the Month

*Song                                                   Your Grace Is Enough                                     -Maher     

*Benediction                           

Postlude                                      

Offering

The ongoing ministry of the church relies on the generous giving of its members. At this time, we will not be passing the offering plates during the service.  Please place your offering in the basket provided.

  *Songs used by permission of CCLI #95502

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

November Calling Team:  Please call Rick H or Sandy C with any special concerns or requests.

November Mission of the Month: We have an Angel tree set up just outside of the sanctuary with gift tags to choose from for a young refugee family of 4, who also have a baby on the way. This family had to evacuate from Afghanistan for safety reasons.  Please consider choosing a tag from the tree to purchase a gift for a member of this family.  Each tag will tell you who the gift is for, their age, and a desired gift.  (The families wish list is also posted on the bulletin board located just outside of the sanctuary.)  After purchasing your gift, please return it here to Immanuel unwrapped.  Please also turn in your original receipt, or a copy of it, with the gift for "Charitable Contribution" tracking purposes.  No gift receipts please.  Wrapping paper, gift tags, and tape are also welcomed donations for this very important mission. Thank you in advance for helping us to bless this family and to make their Christmas a very special one this year!

Thank You for All of the Prayers, Thoughtful Concern, and Cards During Joy’s Last Illness and After She Went Home to Jesus:  A special appreciation to all those who helped set up and serve at Joy’s memorial luncheon.  Our church family has lifted us up during this time and continues to carry us along. ~ Alv and Family

CONNECT this Wednesday, November 10:  Join us for dinner this Wednesday, at 5:30 pm., Ashlee will be serving nachos.  Afterwards, the kids will learn about Jesus’s friends Mary and Martha and why they are superheroes.  They will also talk about how much fun it is to visit and play with friends, and they will be making Stone Soup!  Miss Linda will need some help making the soup, so please have the kids bring 2 stones that fit into the palm of their hand so that they can help her out and earn their “Cooperation” badge. 

The Search for Our New Director of Music Ministry is Already Underway:  If you know of someone who might be interested in this position we encourage you to share the job posting that can be found on our website with them. The link is: https://www.icrclansing.org/new-page-85. Candidates should email their cover letter and resume to ICRCMusicSearchTeam@gmail.com no later than November 30th. 

Join Us Over the Next 2 Weeks as We Continue the Sermon Series “Known”: 

·         Sunday, November 14- “Responding to Real Needs.”  James 2: 14-26

·         Sunday, November 21- “Doing Acts of Service.”  Jeremiah 29:7

Your Leaders are so thankful for your fervent prayers:

Staff: Pastor Matt L, Joey S, Ashlee W, Emily W, Stacia W

Consistory: Carrie B, Sandy C, Eric C, Sue F, Rick H, Mike J, Harold S., Liz S, and our ministry teams

Prayers for RCA Missionaries- Brian and Elizabeth Bruxvoort

Pray that the children who went to Bible Camp will be strengthened and discipled to walk with the Lord.  Pray also for strong health so that we can continue to serve the Lord, and please pray for Christians to be more concerned about our walk with Jesus rather than the state of our nation. Please also pray also for Christian workers across Alaska as we prepare for the coming cold and darkness of winter, and that our family will continually seek to love the Lord our God with all of our heart.

To hear more prayer requests from ICRC, please call 321-2495, extension 191, or if you have a personal prayer request, please contact Marcia J. You may also submit a prayer request on our website at www.icrclansing.org.

 Friends with Health Concerns

                            Shelby A, Mark and June B, John B, Joe C

Howard C, Sandy F, John F, Carol G,

                 Kathy G, Roland H, and other Parkinson’s sufferers,

                       Lon H, Marcia N, and Sandi S

for continued healing.       

                                                          Save the Dates

November 17- CONNECT, 5:30 pm

November 18- Kinetic Gospel Class, 7:00 pm

November 21- Thanksgiving Basket Assemble and Delivery, 11:15 am

On Sunday, November 14, Pastor Matt will be preaching to us about our core value, "Responding to Real Needs in the community", and we would like to take up a collection on that day to go along with this message. 

We are asking that you bring an item or two to church with you on that Sunday, November 14, to donate to our Personal Needs Closet that we are working on putting together so that we can respond to the needs of the community that surrounds Immanuel.

 We have defined "Personal Needs" items as anything that cannot be bought with food stamps, but we are not going to be doing clothes at this time.  These items may include: 

 Toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet paper, hairbrushes, hair products, men's and women's body wash or bar soap, shampoo and conditioner, household cleaning supplies, all-purpose cleaners, diapers, wipes, gently used or new sheets and blankets, women's sanitary items, deodorant, or anything else that you can think of that would be needed in a home but cannot be bought with stamps.  You can even purchase dollar store gift cards if you would like in denominations of $5 or $10. 

There will be a large white box to place these items, located just outside of the sanctuary, on Sunday, November 14, and we thank you in advance for your donations and for your heart to help us respond to the real needs" in our community.