Sunday, October 8, 2023

The book of Haggai is about the people of Israel's return from exile and their neglect of God and rebuilding the Temple. But, more than calling the people to task for their laziness, the book of Haggai is about God refocusing the hearts of His people on Him in order for them to re-engage His purposes for them.

In this 4 week series on the book of Haggai, we will look at how God works to call our attention to His presence in our midst so that we too might refocus our hearts on Him and re-engage the mission that He is accomplishing in Jesus Christ by His Spirit.

Today’s Worship

You Are Good

It Was Finished Upon That Cross

Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

Scripture

Haggai 2:10-23

Message

 “Brought to Fruition”

Prince of Peace

ANNOUNCEMENTS

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, L.G. in India, and Jibit Asha International.

Flowers Provided By: Carrie B in remembrance of her mom Sandy F’s birthday, and in celebration of Cora and Taylor’s birthday this month. Sandy, you are loved, you are missed, you are remembered. Cora and Taylor may the Lord Jesus shine His light on you as He showers you with blessings and grace throughout the year.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, October 4th, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.

Trunk-or-Treat: Our Annual Trunk-or-Treat community event will take place in our parking lot on Wednesday, October 25, from 6-7 pm.  If you would like to decorate your vehicle and pass out candy, please plan on showing up to the church about a half an hour early to get parked and situated.

Candy Donations:We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat. If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

Thanksgiving Baskets Payments Due Sunday, October 29th: Please place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary or drop it off at the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Assemble & Deliver Thanksgiving Baskets: If you are able to help assemble and/or deliver Thanksgiving baskets, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website, www.icrclansing.org. If you will be delivering baskets, we ask that you go in groups of 2 or 3.

New Member’s Class Sunday, October 29: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service this day for a “New Member’s” class. Please sign up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the bulletin board tab. The class will be held in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Save the Dates:

10/24- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

10/25- Trunk-or-Treat, 6-7 pm.

10/26- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:00 pm.

10/29- Children’s Ministry Team, 11:15 am.

11/01- Fellowship Team Meeting, 6:30 pm

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of toothpaste, sanitary pads, Kleenex, and bleach. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. 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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

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

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, October 1, 2023

The book of Haggai is about the people of Israel's return from exile and their neglect of God and rebuilding the Temple. But, more than calling the people to task for their laziness, the book of Haggai is about God refocusing the hearts of His people on Him in order for them to re-engage His purposes for them.

In this 4 week series on the book of Haggai, we will look at how God works to call our attention to His presence in our midst so that we too might refocus our hearts on Him and re-engage the mission that He is accomplishing in Jesus Christ by His Spirit.

Today’s Worship

Sing to the King

How Great Thou Art

Welcoming New Members

Take My Life and Let it Be

Scripture

Haggai 2:1-9

Message

“Glory Days” 

Lord's Prayer (It's Yours)

October Calling Team: Please call Harold S or Kerri M with any special concerns or requests.

October Mission of the Month: The funds collected this month will be divided between our 5 supported missionaries: Brian & Elizabeth Bruxvoort in Alaska, ElmTree Ministries in Honduras, Grace Covenant Ministries in Kentucky, LG in India, and Jibit Asha International.

Congratulations New Members:  Today we joyfully welcome David and Andrea B., Joe D., Karen D., and Ellen D. into new membership. New members are a gift from God, and an encouragement to us as we build His Kingdom. Please keep them all in your prayers, asking God for His guidance as they grow in love and faith here at Immanuel.

Potluck Today: Please join us in the Family Life Center after the service this morning for a potluck to celebrate Immanuel’s 68th anniversary!

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, October 4th, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time. 

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here this Saturday, October 7, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Thanksgiving Baskets: If you would like to purchase a basket for a family in need this year, please sign-up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. The cost of each basket is $50. We will need a final commitment by noon, this Tuesday, October 3.  Payments are due by Sunday, October 29th.  Please place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary or drop it off to the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

New Member’s Class Sunday, October 29: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please join us after the service this day for a “New Member’s” class. Please sign up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the bulletin board tab. The class will be held in the Morningside Room, the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Candy Donations: We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat that will be held in our parking lot Wednesday, October 25th.  If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of toilet paper and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. 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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

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

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Please welcome Brian and Elizabeth Bruxvoort this morning who are here to give us an update regarding their mission in Alaska. 

Brian and Elizabeth work in partnership with the Mission Aviation Repair Center where they provide transportation for pastors, missionaries, Bible camps, and various other ministries that bring the hope of Christ to remote Alaskan villages.

Whether they are transporting passengers or providing maintenance service for other missionaries, or pastors planes, the Bruxvoort’s goal is to be the hands and feet of Jesus in all of their work. 

Brian will also be giving us the message today from Psalm 103, teaching us about the “Gospel of Gratitude.

Today’s Worship

Everlasting God

Rescue

10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)

Scripture

Psalm 103

Message

I Wanna Be Washed

ANNOUNCEMENTS

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V. or Fred H. with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: Immanuel partners with the Greater Lansing Food Bank each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and meet the needs of those in the community surrounding us.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, September 27, at 5:30 pm.  The CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet after the meal at 6:15 pm., to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, also meets at that time. 

Women’s Night: Ladies, please look forward to joining us at 6:15 pm, after the CONNECT Dinner, this Wednesday, September 27th, to make sympathy/ get well cards in the Morningside room. Each lady will have the opportunity to make a total of 8 cards, 4 to leave at the church, and 4 to take home. This workshop is open to all women of the church and there is no charge to participate. Please come and enjoy fellowship with each other and let’s get creative!

Immanuel’s 68th Anniversary Fellowship Potluck Next Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 11:15 am.: Please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.  Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass. You may also sign up by calling the church office with your information.

Thanksgiving Baskets:If you would like to purchase a basket for a family in need this year, please sign-up by visiting our website, www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. You may also call the church office at (517) 321-2495. The cost of each basket is $50. We will need a final commitment by next Sunday, October 1.  Payments are due by Sunday, October 29th.  You may place your payments in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary, or you may drop it off to the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, October 7, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Candy Donations: We are currently accepting candy donations for the community “Trunk-or-Treat that will be on Wed., October 25th.  If you are able to help with this, please bring individually wrapped candy donations to the church and place them in the tub located underneath the mailboxes outside of the sanctuary.

The Oct - Dec Greeter Schedule: Is posted on the bulletin board in the Family Life Center.  This is a great way to meet and greet our church family as well as visitors.  We need 2 greeters per week.  If you don't already have a greeting partner, please sign up for yourself, and we will match you up as needed.  If you have any questions, please contact Sheryl Page.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of toilet paper, paper towel, bar soap, women’s shaving cream, and men’s shampoo & conditioner. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

3:00- 5:00 pm.- The Hangout. An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

5:30 pm.- CONNECT Dinner. A free meal that the whole family can participate in.

6:15-7:00 pm.- CONNECT Kids (Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade) join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

6:15- 7:30pm.- Jr. High Youth Group. For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group ( 9th-12th Grade)- September 17 - May 12

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm. 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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne N,

Wayne S.

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

please contact Kerri M.

Sunday, September 17, 2023

The book of Haggai is about the people of Israel's return from exile and their neglect of God and rebuilding the Temple, but more than calling the people to task for their laziness, the book of Haggai is about God refocusing the hearts of His people on Him in order for them to re-engage His purposes for them.

In this 4 week series on the book of Haggai, we will look at how God works to call our attention to His presence in our midst so that we too might refocus our hearts on Him and re-engage the mission that He is accomplishing in Jesus Christ by His Spirit.

Today’s Worship

All Creatures/Sing Alleluia

 Help Me Find It

Ordination and Installation of New Elders and Deacons

In Christ Alone

Scripture

Haggai 1:1-15

Message

“Our Priorities in Light of Eternity”

Christ Be Magnified

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V or Fred H with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: The Greater Lansing Food Bank has led the fight against hunger since 1981, by serving Lansing’s seven-county, 4,000 square-mile service area, ensuring families in need have nutritious food to support their health and well-being, and to weather financial stress or unforeseen life events. Immanuel partners with the GLFB each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and to meet the needs of those in the community that surrounds us.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, September 20, at 5:30 pm.  After the meal, at 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.  If you have any questions about CONNECT Kids, please email Katie Secor at katiesecor03@gmail.com.  If you have questions about the Jr. High Youth Group, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you here!

Women’s Night: Ladies, please look forward to joining us on Wednesday, September 27th, at 6:15 pm., to make sympathy/ get well cards in the Morningside room, formerly known as the Choir room. Each lady will have the opportunity to make a total of 8 cards, 4 to leave at the church, and 4 to take home. This workshop is open to all women of the church and there is no charge to participate. Please come and enjoy fellowship with other Christian women and let’s get creative!

We Will be Providing Thanksgiving Baskets to Families in Need Again this Year: The cost of each basket is $50, and will include the following items:  Turkey, Stuffing, vegetables, potatoes, rolls, pie, and more. If you would like to purchase a basket for a family, please sign-up by clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org. We will need a final commitment by Sunday, October 1.  Payments are due by Sunday, October 29th.  You may place your payment in the collection plate at the front of the sanctuary, or you may drop it off to the church office. Please write “Thanksgiving Baskets” on your check or envelope.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, October 7, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

The Oct - Dec Greeter Schedule: Is posted on the bulletin board in the Family Life Center.  This is a great way to meet and greet our church family as well as visitors.  We need 2 greeters per week.  If you don't already have a greeting partner, please sign up for yourself, and we will match you up as needed.  If you have any questions, please contact Sheryl Page at the mobile number listed in your printed or online directory.

Please Look Forward to Celebrating Immanuel’s 68th Anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023: We will be having a fellowship potluck after the service that day.  If you will be attending, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right-hand corner.  Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass. You may also sign up by calling the church office with your information.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry pods, dryer sheets, and women’s shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May 8) 

The Hangout- An after-school program where high school students can hang out, do homework, play tabletop games, video games, drink pop, and eat snacks.

High School Students

Wednesdays, from 3:00-5:00 pm.

CONNECT Dinner- A free meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm.

Wednesdays, 5:30 pm.

CONNECT Kids - Join together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Wednesdays from 6:15- 7:30pm.

Jr. High Youth Group

6th- 8th Grade

Wednesdays from 6:15- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(September 17 - May 12)

9th-12th Grade

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

Sunday, September 10, 2023- Vision Sunday

Today we renew our vision to see "the greater Lansing area radically and eternally transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, as expressed in word and lived out in deed," by re-imagining what it means to be the church.

Today’s Worship

I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say

Days of Elijah

Overcome

Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me

Scripture

Jeremiah 29:4-9

Message

 “Seeking Shalom”

Bigger Table 

God of Grace and God of Glory

ANNOUNCEMENTS

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V or Fred H with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: The Greater Lansing Food Bank has led the fight against hunger since 1981, by serving Lansing’s seven-county, 4,000 square-mile service area, ensuring families in need have nutritious food to support their health and well-being, and to weather financial stress or unforeseen life events. Immanuel partners with the GLFB each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and to meet the needs of those in the community that surrounds us.

CONNECT: Join us for a free family meal this Wednesday, September 13, at 5:30 pm.  At 6:15 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.  If you have any questions about CONNECT Kids, please email Katie Secor at katiesecor03@gmail.com.  If you have questions about the Jr. High Youth Group, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you here.

Sr. High Youth Group (9th-12th Grade):  Resumes next Sunday, September 17th, from 6-8 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South, at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot next Tuesday, September 19, from 4-7 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

New Elders and Deacons: Please look forward to the ordination and installation of our new Elders, Matt O and Dave S, and Deacons Sally K, and Kerri M, during the service on Sunday, September 17. Let’s also thank God for His work through Mike J and Sue F who will be rotating off from the Elders, and for Eric C and Sandy C who will be rotating off from the Deacons.

Please Look Forward to Celebrating Immanuel’s 68th Anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023: We will be having a fellowship potluck after the service that day.  If you will be attending, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right-hand corner.  Please include the number of people that will be attending and what dish you will bring to pass.

Save The Dates:

9/19- Mobile Food Bank, 4-6 pm

9/24- Worship/ Brian & Elizabeth

Bruxvoort, 10:00 am

9/26- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm

9/28- Prayer Team Meeting, 6 pm

9/30- Wayne Komejan Memorial Service, 11:00 am

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of paper towel, toilet paper, men’s shampoo & conditioner, bleach, dish soap, and All-Purpose cleaners. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May) 

CONNECT Kickoff!

Wednesday, September 13  

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

CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Meet from 6:00-7:00 pm.,

joining together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Jr. High Youth Group

(6th- 8th Grade, Sept 13 - May)

6:00- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(9th-12th Grade, September 17 - May)

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

Sunday, September 3, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Song of Love

Build My Life

Worthy, Worthy

Scripture

Philippians 4:10-13

Message

“Practicing Contentment” 

Graves into Gardens

ANNOUNCEMENTS

September Calling Team: Please call Janet V or Fred H with any special concerns or requests.

September Mission of the Month: The Greater Lansing Food Bank has led the fight against hunger since 1981, by serving Lansing’s seven-county, 4,000 square-mile service area, ensuring families in need have nutritious food to support their health and well-being, and to weather financial stress or unforeseen life events. The mission of the GLFB is to alleviate hunger one meal at a time and to create a future where everyone has access to nourishing food. Immanuel partners with the GLFB each month to provide a mobile food bank right here in our parking lot, providing opportunities to serve and to meet the needs of those in the community that surrounds us.

CONNECT Kickoff: Join us for a free family meal served at 5:30 pm. every Wednesday, starting next Wednesday, September 13th.  After the meal, at 6:00 pm., the CONNECT Kids, ages 3yrs. old – 5th grade, will meet to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe learning environment.  Our Jr. High Youth Group, ages 6th-8th grade, will also meet at that time.  If you have any questions about CONNECT Kids, please email Katie Secor at katiesecor03@gmail.com.  If you have questions about the Jr. High Youth Group, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com. We look forward to seeing you here!

Sr. High Youth Group (9th-12th Grade):  Resumes on Sunday, September 17th, from 6-8 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South, at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, September 19, from 4-7 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

New Elders and Deacons: Please look forward to the ordination and installation of our new Elders, Matt O and Dave S, and Deacons Sally K, and Kerri M, during the service on Sunday, September 17. Let’s also thank God for His work through Mike J and Sue F who will be rotating off from the Elders, and for Eric C and Sandy C who will be rotating off from the Deacons.

Save the Date: Please look forward to celebrating Immanuel’s 68th anniversary on Sunday, October 1, 2023.  We will be having a fellowship potluck after the service that day, so please mark your calendars and look forward to more information to come! 

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry pods, dryer sheets, women’s shampoo and conditioner, and women’s deodorant. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May) 

CONNECT Kickoff!

Wednesday, September 13  

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

CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Meet from 6:00-7:00 pm.,

joining together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Jr. High Youth Group

(6th- 8th Grade, Sept 13 - May)

6:00- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(9th-12th Grade, September 17 - May)

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B, David C,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

Sunday August 27, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Heart of Worship

Thy Word

As The Deer

Scripture

1 Samuel 4:1-11; Psalm 1

Message

“The Practice of Savoring Scripture” 

Blessed Be

ANNOUNCEMENTS

August Calling Team: Please call Sue F or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

August Mission of the Month: The Judson’s “Love Clothing Center” helps provide clothing for school-aged children. Judson’s serves an average of 30 families each month except for August and September where nearly 200 families are scheduled and approximately 450 children receive back to school clothing! You can make a monetary donation to this very important mission, please just write August M.O.M on your check or envelope, or you can make a clothing donation by placing items in the tub labeled “Love Clothing Center”, located underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.

All children’s clothing is helpful, but especially needed are new socks and underwear, especially boxer briefs in all boy’s and men’s sizes.

Clothing is also needed in sizes 4T to adult sizes for Teens.

New: socks, briefs, boxer briefs, cotton panties, girls camisoles, bras, sports bras. 

New or Gently Used: jeans, joggers, leggings, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, pajamas, athletic shoes, other clothing. 

Winter Coats:  Kids sizes 4T-16, clean with working zippers.

We Are Excited to CONNECT With You:  Please look forward to joining us for our CONNECT Kickoff in two weeks, on Wednesday, September 13, at 5:30 pm! Please refer to the “Connect Wednesdays” section on the back of this bulletin for more information.  We look forward to seeing you here at that time and hope that you might invite a friend or two to come along!  

Sr. High Youth Group (9th-12th Grade):  Will resume once again on Sunday, September 17th, from 6-8 pm. For more information, please contact Joey South, at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, September 19, from 4-7 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry pods, dryer sheets, women’s deodorant, children’s toothbrushes, and tampons. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

CONNECT Wednesdays

(September 13 - May) 

CONNECT Kickoff!

Wednesday, September 13  

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

CONNECT Kids

Children Ages 3 yrs.-5th Grade

Meet from 6:00-7:00 pm.,

joining together to learn about Jesus in a fun and safe environment. They will enjoy singing, bible stories, arts and crafts, games, and more!

Jr. High Youth Group

(6th- 8th Grade, Sept 13 - May)

6:00- 7:30pm.

For more information, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Sr. High Youth Group

(9th-12th Grade, September 17 - May)

Sundays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

Sunday August 20, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

O Praise Him!

Holy, Holy, Holy

I Need Thee Every Hour

Scripture

Psalm 95

Message

 “The Practice of Worship”

Lord I Need You

ANNOUNCEMENTS

August Calling Team: Please call Sue F or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

August Mission of the Month: The Judson’s “Love Clothing Center” helps provide clothing for school-aged children. Judson’s serves an average of 30 families each month except for August and September where nearly 200 families are scheduled and approximately 450 children receive back to school clothing! You can make a monetary donation to this very important mission, please just write August M.O.M on your check or envelope, or you can make a clothing donation by placing items in the tub labeled “Love Clothing Center”, located underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.

All children’s clothing is helpful, but especially needed are new socks and underwear, especially boxer briefs in all boy’s and men’s sizes.

Clothing is also needed in sizes 4T to adult sizes for Teens.

New: socks, briefs, boxer briefs, cotton panties, girls camisoles, bras, sports bras. 

New or Gently Used: jeans, joggers, leggings, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, pajamas, athletic shoes, other clothing. 

Winter Coats:  Kids sizes 4T-16, clean with working zippers.

CONNECT “Back to School” Carnival this Wednesday, August 23, from 5-6:30 pm: We are excited to host a “Back to School” carnival during Cumberland Elementary School’s Family Fun Night. The kids will receive a passport when they arrive, and a stamp on their passport for each carnival game that they play.  When their passports are full, they will win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school, so come hungry and bring the kids ready to play!  Cumberland is located at 2801 Cumberland Rd., in Lansing MI. This event is for all children, not just Cumberland students.

Volunteers Needed:  Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the games during the carnival.  If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Tuesday, September 19, from 4-7 pm.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, toilet paper, adult and children’s toothbrushes, tampons, and sanitary pads.. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Back to School Carnival

August 23, 5-6:30 pm   

Join us for a “Back to School” Carnival at Cumberland Elementary School located at 2801 Cumberland Rd. in Lansing MI.   

The kids will have the opportunity to play games and win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school, so come hungry and bring the kids ready to play!

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

August 13, 2023- Ben Ingebretson

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Let it Rise 

Let My Life Be Like a Love song

Take My Life and Let it Be

Scripture

1 Peter 4:7-11

Message

“CHRISTIAN MINDFULNESS: Simple Practices for Stormy Times.”

(Ben Ingebretson)

Lifesong

ANNOUNCEMENTS

August Calling Team: Please call Sue F or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

August Mission of the Month: The Judson’s “Love Clothing Center” helps provide clothing for school-aged children. Judson’s serves an average of 30 families each month except for August and September where nearly 200 families are scheduled and approximately 450 children receive back to school clothing! You can make a monetary donation to this very important mission, please just write August M.O.M on your check or envelope, or you can make a clothing donation by placing items in the tub labeled “Love Clothing Center”, located underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.

All children’s clothing is helpful, but especially needed are new socks and underwear, especially boxer briefs in all boy’s and men’s sizes.

Clothing is also needed in sizes 4T to adult sizes for Teens.

New: socks, briefs, boxer briefs, cotton panties, girls camisoles, bras, sports bras. 

New or Gently Used: jeans, joggers, leggings, t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, pajamas, athletic shoes, other clothing. 

Winter Coats:  Kids sizes 4T-16, clean with working zippers.

We Will be Resurfacing the Parking Lot this Month: The project will include some sidewalk repair, milling two inches of asphalt from the current surface, and reapplying two inches of asphalt. While our Building fund has the money to pay for this project, we know that we have some

additional capital projects in the future including the floor repair in the Family Life Center and new roofing. To allow our Building fund to stay at a level that allows us to continue maintenance repairs as needed in our church and our parsonage, we are inviting you to prayerfully consider contributing a special offering to our Building fund. You may do so through your weekly Building fund tithe envelope, or a plain envelope with your tithe number and "Parking Lot" written on it. Thank you for your consideration. ~ Your consistory

Sundae on Sunday Storytelling, Next Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 pm.: You are invited to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. Please RSVP on the “Bulletin Board” at www.icrclansing.org.

CONNECT “Back to School” Carnival Wednesday, August 23, from 5-6:30 pm: We are excited to host a “Back to School” carnival during Cumberland Elementary School’s Family Fun Night. The kids will receive a passport when they arrive, and a stamp on their passport for each carnival game that they play.  When their passports are full, they will win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school, so come hungry and bring the kids ready to play!  Cumberland is located at 2801 Cumberland Rd., in Lansing MI. This event is for all children, not just Cumberland students.

Volunteers Needed:  Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the games during the carnival.  If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org.

Carnival Prep Night August 16th, 5:30-7:00 pm: We will be stuffing backpacks and doing early game prep.  If you are able to help with this, please come to the church at this time and join us in the Choir room.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, laundry soap/ pods, and paper towel. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Back to School Carnival

August 23, 5-6:30 pm   

Join us for a “Back to School” Carnival at Cumberland Elementary School located at 2801 Cumberland Rd. in Lansing MI.   

The kids will have the opportunity to play games and win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school, so come hungry and bring the kids ready to play!

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

August 6, 2023- Rev. Andrea DeWard

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Power of Your Love

Rescue

Hungry

Scripture

Matthew 25:34-40

Message

“I See You” - The Practice of

 Radical Hospitality

(Rev. Andrea DeWard)

Those Who Trust

August Calling Team: Please call Sue F or Jessi F with any special concerns or requests.

August Mission of the Month: The Judson’s Love Clothing Center is open on scheduled Saturdays throughout the year to help provide clothing for school-aged children. Judson’s serves an average of 30 families each month except for August and September where nearly 200 families are scheduled and approximately 450 children receive back to school clothing! For a referral, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Flowers Provided By: Jennifer B in celebration of her mom, Carrie B’s birthday last Saturday, July 29th.  “My momma is my rock and best friend, my biggest supporter and cheerleader!” “There aren’t enough words or time to express my love and appreciation for all she is and does for us.” “God truly blessed me with an amazing momma!” 

Thank You from June B: "Many thanks for all of the cards and prayers." "Thank you to Pastor Matt and all of my visitors while I was at Rehab, each of you brightened my day." "I feel so blessed to have such a caring and loving church family." ~ June

We Will be Resurfacing the Parking Lot this Month: The project will include some sidewalk repair, milling two inches of asphalt from the current surface, and reapplying two inches of asphalt. While our Building fund has the money to pay for this project, we know that we have some additional capital projects in the future including the floor repair in the Family Life Center and new roofing. To allow our Building fund to stay at a level that allows us to continue maintenance repairs as needed in our church and our parsonage, we are inviting you to prayerfully consider contributing a special offering to our Building fund. You may do so through your weekly Building fund tithe envelope, or a plain envelope with your tithe number and "Parking Lot" written on it. Thank you for your consideration. ~ Your consistory

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot this Saturday, August 12, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Sundae on Sunday Storytelling, Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 pm.: You are invited to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. Please RSVP on the “Bulletin Board” at www.icrclansing.org.

CONNECT “Back to School” Carnival Wednesday, August 23, from 5-6:30 pm: We are excited to host a “Back to School” carnival during Cumberland Elementary School’s Family Fun Night. The kids will receive a passport when they arrive, and a stamp on their passport for each carnival game that they play.  When their passports are full, they will win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school, so come hungry and bring the kids ready to play!  Cumberland is located at 2801 Cumberland Rd., in Lansing MI. This event is for all children, not just Cumberland students.

Carnival Prep Night August 16th, 5:30-7:00 pm: We will be stuffing backpacks and doing early game prep.  If you are able to help with this, please come to the church at this time and join us in the Choir room.

Volunteers Needed:  Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the games during the carnival.  If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org.

Donations Needed for Backpacks: Please place donations in the tub labeled “School Supplies” located underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.  The deadline for donations is next Sunday, August 13th.

§  Wide ruled spiral notebooks

§  1 inch 3 ring binders

§  Heavy duty or plastic folders

§  Pencil boxes, pencil pouches, pencils, pens, and highlighters.

§  Eraser caps, BIG erasers

§  Crayons, colored pencils, markers

§  Glue sticks

§  Scissors

§  Pencil sharpeners

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, paper towel. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Back to School Carnival

August 23, 5-6:30 pm   

Join us for a “Back to School” Carnival at Cumberland Elementary School located at 2801 Cumberland Rd. in Lansing MI.   

The kids will have the opportunity to play games and win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there with a portion of the proceeds going back to the school, so come hungry and bring the kids ready to play!

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

July 30, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Sing, Sing, Sing

Revelation Song

In The Garden

Scripture

Luke 5:15-16

Message

“Withdraw” 

Everywhere That I Go

ANNOUNCEMENTS

July Calling Team: Please call Sandy C or Janet V with any special concerns or requests.

July Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services’ mission is to mobilize and equip local churches to be a blessing to people in need in our community. Some of the ways they serve the church are by providing church leadership with tools to mobilize church members in serving others, providing support and assistance to churches starting new ministries, and being a central location where the needs of families can be heard, verified, and referred to churches with the appropriate resources.

Happy Birthday Marcia K: Please join us in the family life center for birthday cake to celebrate Marcia turning 83 today!

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, August 12, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Sundae on Sunday Storytelling, Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 pm.: You are invited to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. Please RSVP on the “Bulletin Board” at www.icrclansing.org.

CONNECT “Back to School” Carnival Wednesday, August 23, from 5-6:30 pm: We are excited to host a “Back to School” carnival during Cumberland Elementary School’s Family Fun Night. The kids will have the opportunity to play games and they will win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there so come hungry and ready to play!  Cumberland Elementary is located at 2801 Cumberland Rd., in Lansing MI. This event is for all children, not just Cumberland students.

Volunteers Needed:  Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the games during the carnival.  If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please sign up on the “Bulletin Board” tab via our website at www.icrclansing.org.

Donations Needed for Backpacks: Please place donations in the tub labeled “School Supplies” located underneath the mailboxes just outside of the sanctuary.

§  Wide ruled spiral notebooks

§  1 inch 3 ring binders

§  Heavy duty or plastic folders

§  Pencil boxes, pencil pouches, pencils.

§  Eraser caps, BIG erasers

§  Crayons, colored pencils, markers

§  Glue sticks

§  Scissors

§  Pencil sharpeners

§  Pens, highlighters

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, paper towel. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Back to School Carnival

August 23, 5-6:30 pm   

Join us for a “Back to School” Carnival at Cumberland Elementary School located at 2801 Cumberland Rd. in Lansing MI.   

The kids will have the opportunity to play games and win a free backpack full of school supplies!  There will also be food trucks there so come hungry and ready to play!

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

July 23, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship 

The God of Abraham Praise  

We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer              

Near to the Heart of God

Scripture

Exodus 20:8-11;

Mark 2:23-27

Message

"Resting in a Doing World" 

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms        

Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation

ANNOUNCEMENTS

July Calling Team: Please call Sandy C or Janet V with any special concerns or requests.

July Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services’ mission is to mobilize and equip local churches to be a blessing to people in need in our community. Some of the ways they serve the church are by providing church leadership with tools to mobilize church members in serving others, providing support and assistance to churches starting new ministries, and being a central location where the needs of families can be heard, verified, and referred to churches with the appropriate resources.

“Backyard” Mission Trip: Our Junior High Youth Group will be doing a “Backyard” Mission Trip again this year August 11- August 12th. They will gather Friday morning at church at 10:00 am to do work in the community. They will then enjoy a trip to Michigan's Adventure on Saturday. The cost is $50 per person. If you have a 6th-8th grader that would like to participate in this mission, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, August 12, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Attention Members of the Immanuel Community: Whether you are new or have been a part of Immanuel for decades, you are invited to a Sundae Sunday Storytelling event on Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 p.m. The newly formed Corps of Dreaming is in a process of discerning who we uniquely are as a church and what God is calling us to. As a part of this process, we want to invite everyone who is a part of the Immanuel community whether you are a long-time member or a returning visitor, to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. The storytelling will take place in small groups with at least one member of the Corps of Dreaming present. Come enjoy some ice cream and a time of fellowship as we learn from each other about what makes Immanuel special. Please RSVP on the bulletin board page of our church website at www.icrclansing.org so that we know how many people to prepare for.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, women’s shampoo & conditioner, and sanitary pads. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 6:00 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:30 pm. 

Back to School Carnival in August!   

Please look forward to more information to come.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K, Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

July 16, 2023

July 16, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

O Praise Him

How Great Thou Art

Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call

Scripture

Psalm 42

Message

Pastor Tom Grabill

Hosanna

July Calling Team: Please call Sandy C. or Janet V. with any special concerns or requests.

July Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services’ mission is to mobilize and equip local churches to be a blessing to people in need in our community. Some of the ways they serve the church are by providing church leadership with tools to mobilize church members in serving others, providing support and assistance to churches starting new ministries, and being a central location where the needs of families can be heard, verified, and referred to churches with the appropriate resources.

15th Annual Community Basketball Camp, this Week, July 17-20 : This is a free camp held here at Immanuel for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Check-in time is at 4:45 pm.  They will begin with drills at 5 pm. There will be a guest speaker each evening at 6 pm, and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. After dinner, the kids will split into groups according to their age for more instruction and games.  Please stop by the Welcome table in the lobby for a registration form, or you may register your child upon arrival the first day of camp.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Prayers:  Please keep those who are preparing to leave for the mission trip to Alaska this Saturday, July 22, in your prayers, asking God for traveling mercies on their way there and on their way home Saturday, July 29.  Please also pray for protection, joy, spiritual growth, and opportunities to serve and share the good news of the Gospel.

Attention Members of the Immanuel Community: Whether you are new or have been a part of Immanuel for decades, you are invited to a Sundae Sunday Storytelling event on Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 p.m. The newly formed Corps of Dreaming is in a process of discerning who we uniquely are as a church and what God is calling us to. As a part of this process, we want to invite everyone who is a part of the Immanuel community whether you are a long time member or a  returning visitor, to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. The storytelling will take place in small groups with at least one member of the Corps of Dreaming present. Come enjoy some ice cream and a time of fellowship as we learn from each other about what makes Immanuel special. Please RSVP on the bulletin board page of our church website at www.icrclansing.org so that we know how many people to prepare for.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, women’s shampoo & conditioner, and sanitary pads. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 6:00 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:30 pm. 

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

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

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

July 9, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken

All Creatures/Sing Alleluia 

Strong Tower

10,000 Reasons 

Scripture

Genesis 11:1-9;

1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Message

Communion 

Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me 

O the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

July Calling Team: Please call Sandy C. or Janet V. with any special concerns or requests.

July Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services’ mission is to mobilize and equip local churches to be a blessing to people in need in our community. Some of the ways they serve the church are by providing church leadership with tools to mobilize church members in serving others, providing support and assistance to churches starting new ministries, and being a central location where the needs of families can be heard, verified, and referred to churches with the appropriate resources.

CONNECT Wacky Water Night: Join us to beat the heat this Wednesday, July 12, at 6:00 pm.  We will be serving hot dogs and chips outside for dinner. After dinner, we will have a splash pad for the kids to play on, slip n slides, kiddie pools, a dunk tank, and water balloons! This is a community event on our Facebook page, please share it with your friends and invite your neighbors.

15th Annual Community Basketball Camp, July 17-20 : This is a free camp held here at Immanuel for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Check-in time is at 4:45 pm.  They will begin with drills at 5 pm. There will be a guest speaker each evening at 6 pm, and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. After dinner, the kids will split into groups according to their age for more instruction and games.  Please stop by the Welcome table in the lobby for a registration form.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Attention Members of the Immanuel Community: Whether you are new or have been a part of Immanuel for decades, you are invited to a Sundae Sunday Storytelling event on Sunday, August 20th at 3:00 p.m. The newly formed Corps of Dreaming is in a process of discerning who we uniquely are as a church and what God is calling us to. As a part of this process, we want to invite everyone who is a part of the Immanuel community whether you are a long time member or a  returning visitor, to share your stories about what drew you to Immanuel and what makes Immanuel special to you. We will have ice cream and a full sundae bar to enjoy as we gather around tables in the Family Life Center to share stories with each other. The storytelling will take place in small groups with at least one member of the Corps of Dreaming present. Come enjoy some ice cream and a time of fellowship as we learn from each other about what makes Immanuel special. Please RSVP on the bulletin board page of our church website at www.icrclansing.org so that we know how many people to prepare for.

Giving

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

Local  Needs:

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, women’s shampoo & conditioner, and sanitary pads. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 6:00 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:30 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

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

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

July 2, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Everywhere That I Go 

Here I am to Worship

Sanctuary

Scripture

Romans 12:1-8 ESV

Message

“What’s in Your Wallet?”

Rev. Traci Parker 

I Wanna Be Washed

ANNOUNCEMENTS

July Calling Team: Please call Sandy C or Janet V with any special concerns or requests.

July Mission of the Month: Lansing Christian Services mission is to mobilize and equip local churches to be a blessing to people in need in our community. Some of the ways they serve the church are by:

• Providing church leadership with tools to mobilize church members in serving others.

• Assisting churches as they start new ministries by providing support.

• Offering churches, the opportunity to avoid duplication of services and ensure benevolence funds are used as effectively as possible.

• Being a central location where the needs of families can be heard, verified, and referred to churches with the appropriate resources.

Flowers Provided By: Fred and Kandy H. in celebration of Independence Day. Today we celebrate freedom thanks to those who came before, those brave men and women who fought and died in every war.  More than words can say, your courage, your dedication, your patriotism is appreciated each and every day.

CONNECT Wacky Water Night: Join us to beat the heat next Wednesday, July 12, at 6:00 pm.  We will be serving hot dogs and chips for dinner. After dinner, we will have a splash pad for the kids to play on, slip n slides, kiddie pools, a dunk tank, and water balloons! This is a community event on our Facebook page, please share it with your friends and invite your neighbors.

Volunteers Needed for Wacky Water Night:  Volunteers are needed to help set up, serve food, run games, and clean up afterwards.  Please sign up to volunteer by visiting www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.

15th Annual Community Basketball Camp, July 17-20 : This is a free camp held here at Immanuel for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Check-in time is at 4:45 pm.  They will begin with drills at 5 pm. There will be a guest speaker each evening at 6 pm, and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. After dinner, the kids will split into groups according to their age for more instruction and games.  Please stop by the Welcome table in the lobby for a registration form. Completed forms may be returned to the church office. 

Basketball Camp Volunteers Needed: There are several opportunities to serve at this camp. We will need help with set up on Monday July 17, and take down on Thursday, July 20. We also need help with registrations when the kids arrive, and help preparing and serving dinner. Please sign up to volunteer by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Giving 

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

Local  Needs: 

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, bleach, women’s shampoo & conditioner, and sanitary pads. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 6:00 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:30 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

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

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

June 25, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Everlasting God

Be Thou My Vision

Great is Thy Faithfulness

Scripture

Psalm 90

Message

“28, 835”

Christ is Mine Forevermore/ Glory to the King

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

June Mission of the Month, Compassion International: A child sponsorship and Christian humanitarian aid organization that aims to positively influence the long-term development of children globally and release them from poverty in Jesus’ name.

Flowers Provided By: Carrie Blanck in celebration of Jennifer B’s birthday today! Jennifer, nothing is more beautiful than a woman who is brave, strong, and emboldened because of who Christ is in her. May the Lord Jesus shine His light on you as He showers you with blessings and grace to take you throughout the year. Happy Birthday!

The July - Sept Greeter Schedule is Posted in the Family Life Center: This is an important part of our mission to be a welcoming church. Everyone is invited to sign up. It was so great to see new faces greeting last quarter. If you have any questions please contact Sheryl P.

CONNECT Wacky Water Night: Join us to beat the heat Wednesday, July 12, at 6:00 pm.  We will be serving hot dogs and chips for dinner. After dinner, we will have a splash pad for the kids to play on, slip n slides, kiddie pools, a dunk tank, and water balloons! This is a community event on our Facebook page, please share it with your friends and invite your neighbors!

Volunteers Needed for Wacky Water Night:  Volunteers are needed to help set up, serve food, run games, and clean up afterwards.  Please sign up to volunteer by visiting www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.

15th Annual Community Basketball Camp, July 17-20 : This is a free camp held here at Immanuel for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Check-in time is at 4:45 pm.  They will begin with drills at 5 pm. There will be a guest speaker each evening at 6 pm, and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. After dinner, the kids will split into groups according to their age for more instruction and games.  Please stop by the Welcome table in the lobby for a registration form. Completed forms may be returned to the church office. 

Basketball Camp Volunteers Needed:

There are several opportunities to serve at this camp. We will need help with set up on Monday July 17, and take down on Thursday, July 20. We also need help with registrations when the kids arrive, and help preparing and serving dinner. Please sign up to volunteer by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Giving 

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

Local  Needs: 

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, Kleenex, men’s deodorant, tampons, and adult toothbrushes. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 6:00 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:30 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

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

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

June 18, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

You Are Good 

How Deep the Father's Love for Us

Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing 

Scripture

2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Message

 “Giving is Gaining”

Good Good Father

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

June Mission of the Month, Compassion International: A child sponsorship and Christian humanitarian aid organization that aims to positively influence the long-term development of children globally and release them from poverty in Jesus’ name. For more information, please visit www.compassion.com.

Camp Grant Request Forms: There are funds available for students wanting to go to Cran-Hill Ranch or Camp Geneva this summer.  To request a from, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

The July - Sept Greeter Schedule is Posted in the Family Life Center: This is an important part of our mission to be a welcoming church. Everyone is invited to sign up. It was so great to see new faces greeting last quarter. If you have any questions please contact Sheryl P.

Drivers Needed: Our Senior High Youth Group will be leaving for the Alaska mission trip on Saturday, July 22. We are looking for drivers to be at the church at 2:45 am., to take them to the Detroit Metro Airport.  We will also need drivers to pick them up from the airport when they return at 6:45 pm., on Saturday, July 29. If you are able to help, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com.

CONNECT Water Fun Night: Join us to beat the heat Wednesday, July 12, from 5:30- 7:00 pm.  We will be serving hot dogs and chips for dinner. After dinner, we will have a splash pad for the kids to play on, slip n slides, kiddie pools, a dunk tank, and water balloons! This is a community event on our Facebook page, please share it with your friends and invite your neighbors! 

Volunteers Needed for Water Fun Night:  Volunteers are needed to help set up, serve food, run games, and clean up afterwards.  Please sign up to volunteer by visiting www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.

15th Annual Community Basketball Camp, July 17-20 : This is a free camp held here at Immanuel for boys and girls ages 8-15 years old. Check-in time is at 4:45 pm.  They will begin with drills at 5 pm. There will be a guest speaker each evening at 6 pm, and dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. After dinner, the kids will split into groups according to their age for more instruction and games.  Please stop by the Welcome table in the lobby for a registration form. Completed forms may be returned to the church office. 

Basketball Camp Volunteers Needed:

There are several opportunities to serve at this camp. We will need help with set up on Monday July 17, and take down on Thursday, July 20. We also need help with registrations when the kids arrive, and help preparing and serving dinner. Please sign up to volunteer by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab.

Save the Dates:

July 2- No Children & Worship

July 2- No Nursery

July 3-5- Office Closed for Holiday                                                                  

  July 6-7- Office Open 9:00am- 1:00pm

July 12- CONNECT Water Night, 5:30 pm

July 17-20- Basketball Camp

July 22- Mobile Food Bank, 9:00-11:00 am

July 22- 29- Alaska Mission Trip

Giving 

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

Local  Needs: 

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of All Purpose Cleaners, Kleenex, men’s deodorant, tampons, and adult toothbrushes. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:00 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

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

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

June 11, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

God With Us 

Lord I Need You

Take My Life and Let it Be 

Scripture

Malachi 3:6-12

Message

Good and Faithful Giving

Glorious

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

June Mission of the Month, Compassion International: This is a child sponsorship and Christian humanitarian aid organization that aims to positively influence the long-term development of children globally and release them from poverty in Jesus’ name. For more information, please visit www.compassion.com.

New Member’s Class Today: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please plan on coming to the choir room for a “New Member’s” class after the service today. The choir room is the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs.

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Saturday, June 17th, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right hand corner. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Camp Grant Request Forms: There are funds available for students wanting to go to Cran-Hill Ranch or Camp Geneva this summer.  To request a from, please contact Joey South at jrsouth16@yahoo.com

Congratulations 2023 Graduates:

High School:

Aiden D

Daisy W

Lukas R

Higher Education Graduates:

Jenny F- University of Michigan

Ben O- Michigan State University

Cole J- MBA, Central Michigan University

Please join us after the service for cake in the Family Life Center as we offer congratulations and celebrate their success!

Two New Deacons and Two New Elders: Were selected during the Congregational Meeting last Sunday. Matt O and Dave S were selected for Elders.  Sally K and Kerri M were selected for Deacons.  Please keep them in your prayers as they look forward to installation in the fall.

Drivers Needed: Our Senior High Youth Group will be leaving for the Alaska mission trip on Saturday, July 22. We are looking for drivers to take them to the Detroit Metro Airport that morning at 3 am.  We will also need drivers to pick them up from the airport when they return on Saturday, July 29, at 1:30pm. If you are able to help, please let Joey South know if you would like to do the first and/or last leg of the trip, and how many people your vehicle can seat.

Giving 

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

Local  Needs: 

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of bleach, laundry soap or laundry pods, men’s shampoo & conditioner, women’s deodorant, women’s shaving cream, and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411

Summer CONNECT

Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:00 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K,

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

June 4, 2023

The word stewardship means, "The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care." As Christians we are to recognize that we are stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. We are not creators, and we are not to be consumers, we are stewards. Everything from our children, our money, and even our lives are gifts that God has entrusted to us. In this new summer series, we will be exploring what it looks like for us to be good and faithful stewards of our time, talents, and treasures.

In the first half of the series, we will look at what it means to be good and faithful stewards of our lives, money, and technology. In the second half, we will look at various spiritual practices such as sabbath keeping, scripture reading, meditation, and prayer, that will help us grow as good and faithful stewards.

Today’s Worship

Sing, Sing, Sing 

Build My Life

They’ll Know We Are Christians By Our Love 

Scripture

Matthew 25:14-30

Message

“Good and Faithful Stewardship”

Today

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

June Mission of the Month, Compassion International: This is a child sponsorship and Christian humanitarian aid organization that aims to positively influence the long-term development of children globally and release them from poverty in Jesus’ name. For more information, please visit www.compassion.com.

Congregational Meeting: Please stay in the sanctuary after the service this morning for a congregational meeting.  On the agenda will be a proposed budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year, and the selection of two new deacons and two new elders. Matt O, Dave S, and Bruce T have been nominated for Elders. Joe C, Sally K, and Kerri M have been nominated for Deacons.

New Member’s Class Next Sunday, June 11: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please plan on coming to the choir room for a “New Member’s” class after the service this day. The choir room is the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs. Please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right hand corner.  You may also call the church office at (517) 321-2495 or send an email to office@icrclansing.org

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Wednesday, June 17th, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right hand corner. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Save the Dates:

 June 13- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

June 14- Quilting in the Choir Room, 2 pm.

June 17- Mobile Food Bank, 9-11 am.

June 27- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

July 2- No Children & Worship

July 2- Nursery Closed

July 3-5- Office Closed (Stacia’s Vacation)

July 6-7- Office Open, 9:00 am.-1:00 pm.

July 9- Worship/ Communion, 10:00 am.

July 11- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

July 12- Quilting in the Choir Room, 2 pm.

July 12- CONNECT Dinner/ Water Fun Night, 5:30 pm.

July 13- Prayer Team Meeting, 6:00 pm.

July 17-20- Community Basketball Camp, Mon-Thurs, 5-8:30 pm.

July 22- Mobile Food Bank, 9-11 am.

July 25- Men’s Study, 7:00 pm.

July 22-July 29- Mission Trip to Alaska

Giving

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

Local  Needs: 

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry soap or laundry pods, men’s shampoo & conditioner, toilet paper, and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:00 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K,

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.

May 28, 2023

Thank you for joining us at Immanuel Community Reformed Church where our mission is, “Going into our community, imitating Christ, by feeding body and soul.

Our 4 core values are: Nurturing children and youth, doing acts of service, responding to real needs in the community, and welcoming the stranger.

Please welcome Rev. John Messer this morning who will be preaching to us from Luke 10:25-37, teaching us about the Good Samaritan, and the other side of the coin.

Today’s Worship

Not To Us 

10,000 Reasons

In Christ Alone 

Scripture

Luke 10:25-37

Message

Those Who Trust

May Calling Team: Please call Mike J or Fred H. with any special concerns or requests.

May Mission of the Month: RCA Church Camps, CranHill & Camp Geneva. Both of these camps are ministries through which God transforms lives through Youth Camps, Family Camping, Retreats and Adventure Experiences.

Congregational Meeting Next Sunday, June 4: This meeting will take place after the service, in the sanctuary.  On the agenda will be a proposed budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year, and the selection of two new deacons, and two new elders. Matt O, Dave S, and Bruce T have been nominated for Elders. Joe C, Sally K, and Kerri M have been nominated for Deacons.

New Member’s Class, Sunday, June 11: If you are interested in becoming a member of ICRC, or if you would just like more information, please plan on coming to the choir room for a “New Member’s” class after the service this day. The choir room is the first room on your right after you exit the sanctuary and go down the stairs. Please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then clicking on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right hand corner.  You may also call the church office at (517) 321-2495 or send an email to office@icrclansing.org

Mobile Food Bank:  We are hosting another Mobile Food Bank here in the parking lot on Wednesday, June 17th, from 9-11 am.  If you would like to help sort and put food into cars, please sign up by visiting our website at www.icrclansing.org, and then click on the “Bulletin Board” tab in the upper right hand corner. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to arrive early to help set up.

Save the Dates:

June 5- 90-Day Goals Meeting, 6:30 pm.

June 10- Daisy Williams’ Open House, 1-4

June 11- New Member’s Class, 11:15 am.

June 14- Quilting in the Choir Room, 2 pm.

June 17- Mobile Food Bank, 9-11 am.

July 2- No Children & Worship this Day

Giving 

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

Local  Needs: 

Immanuel partners with Lansing Christian Services to provide personal hygiene items and household cleaning supplies to families in need right here in the community that surrounds Immanuel. This ongoing ministry is currently in need of laundry soap or laundry pods, men’s shampoo & conditioner, toilet paper, and paper towels. Please place donations in the baskets underneath the mailboxes located outside of the sanctuary. If you are in need of help, please call Christian Services at (517) 394-5411.

Summer CONNECT

Meets once a month during the summer. 

We begin with a meal that the whole family can participate in at 5:30 pm., and the kids activities begin at 6:00 pm. 

Wednesday, July 12- Water Fun Slip n Slides, kiddie pools, water balloons, sprinklers, a dunk tank, and there may be a fire truck here as well from the Lansing Fire Department.

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 Bruce T at bterhaar@comcast.net.

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

Mark B, June B, John B,

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

Kathy G, Roland H, Barb K,

Jack N, Marcia N, Dave N, Yvonne 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.