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Mission Update

By Pastor Steve

Immanuel: Unbound for the Gospel

At Immanuel, we teach and practice the Word of God — imperfectly, yes, but faithfully. And though our efforts may be small, our God is mighty in using them for His Kingdom and for the praise of His glorious Name! Through the Called to Be ministry expansion campaign we’ve witnessed firsthand how the Lord multiplies our faith-filled steps into Kingdom-sized impact. For over 20 years we have seen this in our partnership and mission work in Uganda!

Immanuel tithes 10% of all offerings to support ministries that are boldly advancing the Gospel (just as we invite our Immanuel family to share their gifts with Immanuel). We joyfully invest in our district and synod, partner with We Teach Truth Lutheran Education, and help meet local needs whenever God opens the door. Our generosity extends beyond our walls and across oceans — because the Gospel does not stop at the edge of our community.

In partnership with the Lutheran Church of Uganda, Immanuel has helped build churches and schools that are transforming lives. Immanuel School in Ishongororo has now become self-sustaining — a remarkable milestone that allows us to begin building yet another school! When our mission team visited Bethany, we saw over 400 children learning in limited facilities. Now, by God’s grace, the foundation for a new permanent structure is laid, the walls are up, and the roof is next! Every brick and every prayer carries the Gospel into the hearts of children, families, and communities — all because Immanuel continues to give, go, and serve in Jesus’ name.

“You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” — Acts 1:8

From our small corner of the world, the message of Christ is echoing across continents. The Word of God cannot be contained — it is unbound, unstoppable, and eternal. Every act of faith from Immanuel sends ripples of grace into lives we may never meet until we gather together in glory.

We are called His witnesses. Here at Immanuel, our God is with us, and through His power, we will keep sharing the name that is above every name: Jesus!

Put these important dates on your calendar!

Oct 25 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

Oct 25 and 26 - Reformation Celebration

Oct 26 - Velocity, 1:30pm

Oct 26 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 27 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 27 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 27 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 6:30pm

Oct 29 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Nov 2 - Voter's Meeting, 11:45am

Nov 1 and 2 - All Saints Day Celebration

Nov 8 - Trivia Night, 6pm

Thank You for Supporting Our Students!

What a beautiful day it was for this year’s Race for Education! Our students had an amazing time running, laughing, and celebrating in colorful clouds as they raced around the track. The joy and energy on their faces were a true reflection of the incredible community that stands behind them.

Thank you to everyone who made a gift in honor of a student! Your generosity helps provide transformational education at Immanuel—supporting strong academics, faith formation, and a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

There’s still time to join in! Every gift, no matter the size, makes a lasting difference. Visit immanuelbrookfield.org/r4e to make your gift today.

Blessing Baskets - Wisconsin Homeless Veterans Initiative

Immanuel’s November Time Tithing Event will be to collect “Blessing Baskets” for the Wisconsin Homeless Veterans Initiative! Each of us who sign up will collect the items listed below, put them in a laundry basket, and bring the basket to Immanuel. Immanuel staff and volunteers will then deliver the baskets to the Wisconsin Homeless Veterans Initiative, who will prepare and distribute the meals to veterans and their families in need of homes and/or assistance.

We will be accepting completed baskets only. Various and assorted canned goods on their own will not be accepted during this collection. Each blessing basket ensures that at least one Veteran family will receive the warmth and support they need. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and participation.

What to Buy:

1 laundry basket (rigid frame, no bags please)
$25 gift card for the Turkey/Ham (Immanuel’s Scrip Table, Walmart, Pick 'N Save, Woodman's, etc.)
1 can of corn
1 can of green beans
1 can of cranberry sauce
1 box of stuffing
1 box of mashed potatoes
1 can/jar/packet of gravy
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 box of muffin or biscuit mix
1 Non-perishable dessert of your choosing
Extras (optional):
- Additional food, dog food, socks, toys, toiletries, games, laundry detergent, etc.!

Baskets will be accepted until Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Please bring them to Immanuel’s office and we will take it from there! Sign up to provide a Blessing Basket using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45AFAC2CA4FCC61-59672569-november or email Pastor Colby at chowell@immanuelbrookfield.org.

Last year WHVI collected 91 baskets, this year's goal is 140! The amazing staff at the Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative have made mention that this is the time of year that they are VERY short of food. We hope you consider creating a special meal for those that deserve our gratitude for serving our country!

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School Mission

By Jen Comfort

Immanuel Lutheran School loves to recognize our students for their Christ-like actions. Each week, Immanuel staff have an opportunity to nominate students for the ‘SON’shine Award. This week, the following students were selected for the ‘SON’shine Award.

Second graders, Bonheur and Bryan, were nominated by Mrs. Otto for teaching a friend how to play a game at recess. Fifth grader Paris was nominated by Mrs. Roberts. She planned and led a Bible study during recess. What a model of leadership and heart for Jesus! Seventh grader Kameron was nominated by Mrs. Reinowski and Mrs. Olp. Mrs. Reinowski said, “Kameron is a big ray of sunshine every day. He says good morning to all teachers and looks them in the eye. He works hard and participates in class, and is kind to others.” Mrs. Olp said, “Kameron is an incredible young man who lives out his faith in an active way each day. He offers to lead devotions and prayer in class and engages in wonderfully deep, theological discussions in class. He is very respectful and responsible.”

Congratulations to Bonheur, Bryan, Paris, and Kameron. Thank you for walking in the light and shining the light of Jesus to others.

Oct 11 and 12 - Commitment Weekend, Pastor Appreciation Weekend

Oct 12 - Commitment Celebration, 11:30am

Oct 12 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 13 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 13 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

Oct 14 - Women in Ministry, 11:30am

Oct 15 - Quilters, 9am

Oct 15 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Oct 15 - Everyday Encounters, 2nd grade Bible, 6pm

Oct 16 - Care Ministry Team Meeting, 5pm

Oct 17 - Race for Education

Oct 19 - Everyday Encounters, Parenting Teens, 11:45am)

Oct 19 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 20 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 20 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

Oct 22 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Oct 24 - No School

Oct 24 - Blood Drive

Oct 24 - Trunk n Treat, 6pm

Oct 25 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

Oct 25 and 26 - Reformation Celebration

Oct 26 - Velocity, 1:30pm

Oct 26 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 27 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 27 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 27 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 6:30pm

Oct 29 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Nov 2 - Voter's Meeting, 11:45am

Nov 1 and 2 - All Saints Day Celebration

Nov 8 - Trivia Night, 6pm

The big Commitment Weekend is here, and we can’t wait to see what God has planned for Immanuel! Join us at one of our three worship services and make your commitment to the future of our ministry.

Thank you for walking with us throughout the Called To Be Ministry Expansion Campaign. Your prayers, support, and presence have been a blessing every step of the way. We look forward to sharing more videos, sermons, and upcoming events as we continue to pray and celebrate all that God is doing at Immanuel!

You can catch up on every campaign video so far on our YouTube channel or visit the campaign webpage here!

Together, let’s keep our eyes fixed on Christ and trust His leading as we build for the generations to come.

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Immanuel Vision

By Pastor Steve

Our Called to Be ministry expansion campaign has served to inform our Immanuel family about some of our future plans, providing an opportunity for sharing thoughts about ministry goals, and preparing funding for the expansion of our facilities and ministry. Funding a project this big is going to have a lot of varied components. As we present some details about the process to get to each of these numbers for our funding model, this narrative will explain how the Mission & Ministry Council arrived at each of the numbers available for our project, which include cash, campaign pledges, grants, and long-term loan capacity. Each of the areas has used actual numbers to give us a reasonable target to build our funding model (you can pick up the motion, this narrative, and the supporting spreadsheet at church this weekend). Not all the math will add up perfectly, but the best estimates give us reasonable confidence in the recommendation given in the motion Immanuel will vote on at our November 2nd congregational meeting.

Available Cash - Immanuel has unrestricted cash available for the building project. Operational funds are available for regular budgeted ministry activities (noted in the spreadsheet by account lines 110110 and 110700). Some savings funds hold some designated funds that have been restricted for ministry purposes or designated through memorials. The school savings fund has $179,814, of which $159,941 is available for the project. The Immanuel savings have $263,778 available of which $43,189 is available for the project. We also have various memorials that amount to $45,285, of which $20,104 is undesignated memorials. Immanuel has held on to the Employee Retention Credit, which would make $706,959 available (though these funds could still be audited: $520,000 clears the audit window in January of 2026 and $173,000 January of 2029). Immanuel works from a conservative perspective that holds back a standard $600,000 cushion as an emergency fund. This leaves $250,000 available for the building project.

Campaign Pledges - Immanuel has received just over $2,800,000 pledged toward this project to the date of writing this motion. We estimate that by the end of October, we will have over $2,850,000 pledged. Immanuel will receive these gifts over the three-year window of the Called to Be ministry expansion campaign. This number may increase as we approach the congregational meeting, and LCEF averages a fulfillment rate of 106% of the pledges; we are not planning on a significant increase in those pledges.

Grants - Immanuel is working on several grants. We have been invited to write two grants that we are including in the funding plan of a total of $400,000.

Loan - Immanuel has evaluated our debt capacity based on reviewing our four-year average of net revenues (budget surplus). When developing this number, we have added what we were paying to get out of debt over those past years, as well as making the assumption that the auction and fundraisers will net $100,000 each year. We have also taken out non-recurring income, such as the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and other Wisconsin Emergency Assistance for Non-Public Schools (EANS) funding that we have received over the past four years. We have also removed any extraordinary gifts, such as estate gifts. Using these numbers, we developed an average operations net of $640,000. We know that the building will be 22% larger, so we have subtracted $110,000 from that number, which represents a 22% increase in our facility maintenance costs. We are also holding back $200,000 as a cushion, as we know that each of those years we may not have had a full staff, and to be extra cautious. This leaves Immanuel with $330,000 annually ($27,500 monthly) to service any debt from our loan. This could translate into a possible long-term loan of up to $4,200,000. The terms of this loan are still being developed as we work with partners to obtain the best interest rate, as we manage the resources God has richly provided.

Project total - Immanuel believes that the project total should not exceed $7,700,000, which is the total of the $4,200,000 loan, $400,000 in grants, $2,850,000 from pledges, and $250,000 from cash reserves. While all these numbers are estimates that will shift and change in order to keep us financially healthy through the project. At this level of spending, we may not be able to fund all of the capital projects needed such as parking lot replacement, exterior lighting, etc. We will fund those projects as needed and resources dictate.

Project timeline - Immanuel has partnered with JH Hassinger for the construction of our ministry expansion. If the motion is approved by the congregation, they will manage the timeline through completion. Currently, building plans are being approved by the State of Wisconsin and will be returned by October 24th. Any changes that may need to be made should be completed by the end of October so that we can send final plans out for pricing, November 3-14. Contractors will be qualified and approved. The final cost estimate would be shared with the Building Committee and the loan rate, term, and lender finalized by early December so that construction could begin.

If you have any questions or would like any clarification on the motion, please contact Dean or myself. Continue to pray for the Lord’s will to be revealed and for Immanuel to gather together and be the voice of God for our future at our voters’ meeting.

IMPORTANT DATES:

The Voter’s Meeting is scheduled for November 2nd at 11:45 in the sanctuary. Pick up the motion and supporting documents as you pray for His will.

The First Fruits of the Called to Be ministry expansion campaign will not come in (that is no one is giving) until the project is approved by the voters on November 2nd. If it is approved, you can begin fulfilling your pledge and submit your gifts as you determined in your heart on or after the weekend of November 8th and 9th as we celebrate God’s faithfulness in worship!

Oct 19 - Everyday Encounters, Parenting Teens, 11:45am)

Oct 19 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 20 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 20 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

Oct 22 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Oct 24 - No School

Oct 24 - Blood Drive

Oct 24 - Trunk n Treat, 6pm

Oct 25 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

Oct 25 and 26 - Reformation Celebration

Oct 26 - Velocity, 1:30pm

Oct 26 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 27 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 27 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 27 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 6:30pm

Oct 29 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Nov 2 - Voter's Meeting, 11:45am

Nov 1 and 2 - All Saints Day Celebration

Nov 8 - Trivia Night, 6pm

Blessing Baskets - Wisconsin Homeless Veterans Initiative

What to Buy:

1 laundry basket (rigid frame, no bags please)
$25 gift card for the Turkey/Ham (Immanuel’s Scrip Table, Walmart, Pick 'N Save, Woodman's, etc.)
1 can of corn
1 can of green beans
1 can of cranberry sauce
1 box of stuffing
1 box of mashed potatoes
1 can/jar/packet of gravy
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 box of muffin or biscuit mix
1 Non-perishable dessert of your choosing
Extras (optional):
- Additional food, dog food, socks, toys, toiletries, games, laundry detergent, etc.!

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Sunday Morning

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Bible Study

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Saturday Night

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Month at a Glance

By Pastor Steve

Fall is here, and ministry is humming along, as is our Called to Be ministry expansion campaign. We have talked about the details and shared the impact that we can have. We have emphasized the impact that this expansion would have on His kingdom and church.

Now, as we are so close to the next big step, I hope you are painting a picture in your mind of how the Lord will work through this and the blessings that we will know in ministry. Small groups having an actual space to meet in! Added safety measures with security doors that will partition to building a little better. The chance to have Bible study, quilters, grandparent groups, and all the daily ministries that we provide here at Immanuel, access to space without interruption. School is happening with fewer distractions, and all classrooms have a door to the hallway (4th grade is really excited about this). Bible studies in a space that fits where our ears can hear the message that strengthens faith. This isn’t a dream; this is what Immanuel can do through our Called to Be ministry expansion campaign, and we trust Jesus is working in our hearts and in our church to expand our facilities here at Immanuel.

If you want a review of much of what we have done, check out our Called to Be videos and share in the excitement with our whole Immanuel family! October 12th, we will celebrate those gifts that are committed to making this dream a reality, and then on November 2nd, we will vote on how we will proceed, giving Jesus all the praise and glory! Lord, may Your will be done among us!

Immanuel’s Mission: to honor and glorify God as we: equip the saints, reach the lost, and praise the Lord.

Men’s Breakfast (Sept 27 @ 8am): Men of Immanuel gather together to encourage and support one another around some good nourishment! Come and be Joshua 1:9 Men!

Golf Outing (Sept 27): The 11th Annual Golf Classic is tomorrow! It shpuld be a beautiful day on the course all to support Christian ministry here at Immanuel.

Called to Be - Cottage Meeting (Sept 27 @ 6pm): Our cottage meetings are a place where we are going to share what brought us to Immanuel and what we love about our family in Christ. We are encouraging all our Immanuel family to participate in one of the cottage meetings! If you do not yet have a cottage meeting to attend, you can select one of these to join! Contact Kim Graf for more information (kgraf@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Called to Be - Grateful (Sept 27-28): Join Immanuel as we look at the numerous blessings our Lord has given to us so that we are grateful for every one of them!

Called to Be - Cottage Meeting (Sept 28 @ 11:45am): Our cottage meetings are a place where we are going to share what brought us to Immanuel and what we love about our family in Christ. We are encouraging all our Immanuel family to participate in one of the cottage meetings! If you do not yet have a cottage meeting to attend, you can select one of these to join! Contact Kim Graf for more information (kgraf@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

High School Youth Group (Sept 28 @ 6pm): Students spend time playing games, eating food, and studying God's Word. A great opportunity to bring friends! Each week is slightly different, so join in the fun! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Gentle Hearts (Sept 29 @ 1pm): Women who have a heart for Jesus gather together to study His Word and learn from His gentleness on Mondays at 1pm! For more information contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Confirmation (Sept 29 @ 5:45pm): Confirmation is designed to strengthen the faith! Our 6th - 8th grade students, not enrolled in our day school, begin their studies! Contact the church for more information!

Principal Chat (Sept 29 @ 6pm): You are invited to join Principal Comfort and chat about the ministry here at Immanuel. This is an open forum for discussing questions. For more information, please contact Principal Jen Comfort (jcomfort@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Mission & Ministry Council Meeting (Sept 29 @ 7pm): Immanuel’s leadership board meets to review and equip our ministry and staff! Pray for our leaders and watch for regular updates in the enews about how Immanuel is working in the Kingdom of God!

Mid-Week Bible Study (Oct 1): Picture day at Immanuel! Want to get in on the action, send us your picture and we will add it to our online directory! Send pictures to Kim (kgraf@immanuelbrookfield.org).

Mid-Week Bible Study (Oct 1 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

6th Grade Confirmation Retreat (Oct 3-5): Our 6th grade students go on a retreat to focus on how their faith can continue to grow as they grow in wisdom and stature before both God and man. To get involved, contact Heather Vahl.

Called to Be - Prayer Vigil (Oct 4 @ 9am-4pm): Stop in for an hour of prayer between 9am and 4pm. Each hour a new prayer leader will help you focus on prayer, our Immanuel family, and our Called to Be ministry expansion campaign. For more information contact Pastor Steve (shenderson@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Called to Be - Faithful (Oct 4-5): Join the Immanuel as we welcome Rev Eric Kennaugh from the Lutheran Church Extension Fund who will share how we are called to be faithful like Jesus!

Immanuel Townhall (Oct 5 @ 11:45am): Join the family of Immanuel as we engage in discussion around our Called to Be ministry expansion campaign.

High School Youth Group (Oct 5 @ 6pm): Students spend time playing games, eating food, and studying God's Word. A great opportunity to bring friends! Each week is slightly different, so join in the fun! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Gentle Hearts (Oct 6 @ 1pm): Women who have a heart for Jesus gather together to study His Word and learn from His gentleness on Mondays at 1pm! For more information contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Confirmation Oct 6 @ 5:45pm): Confirmation is designed to strengthen the faith! Our 6th - 8th grade students, not enrolled in our day school, begin their studies! Contact the church for more information!

Women’s Bible Study (Oct 6 @ 7pm): Women’s Bible Study meets on Monday evenings at 7pm (September - May). Contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-741-7140 x1003) for more information or to get involved. Meets regularly the first, second, and third Monday of a month at 7pm.

Mid-Week Bible Study (Oct 8 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Grandparents Group (Oct 9 @ 1pm): Grandparents Group is a time when Seniors come together for devotion, bible study, and fellowship. Our service project is the Giving Tree at Christmas. Gather times in December may change due to sorting and distribution of gifts.

Called to Be - Commitment Weekend (Oct 11 & 12): Join the Immanuel family as we bring forward our commitment cards and dedicate them to the Lord’s use for the Called to Be ministry expansion campaign!

Called to Be - Commitment Celebration (Oct 12 @ 11:30am): Immanuel gathers together to celebrate the blessings that the Lord has given us for use to expand our facilities and strengthen the ministry activities of our church, school, and child care! Join us for this great Oktoberfest-themed celebration with food and drinks for purchase, games, and prizes (put on your best German attire and win a prize)!

Pastor Appreciation (Oct 11-12): Immanuel rejoices in our faithful ministry staff (DCE and Pastors)! If you would like to share your gratitude for the ministry of Immanuel, you can share your words of encouragement with our ministry staff or share a card to thank them for their faithful service.

High School Youth Group (Oct 12 @ 6pm): Students spend time playing games, eating food, and studying God's Word. A great opportunity to bring friends! Each week is slightly different, so join in the fun! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Gentle Hearts (Oct 13 @ 1pm): Women who have a heart for Jesus gather together to study His Word and learn from His gentleness on Mondays at 1pm! For more information contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Confirmation (Oct 13 @ 5:45pm): Confirmation is designed to strengthen the faith! Our 6th - 8th grade students, not enrolled in our day school, begin their studies! Contact the church for more information!

Women’s Bible Study (Oct 13 @ 7pm): Women’s Bible Study meets on Monday evenings at 7pm (September - May). Contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-741-7140 x1003) for more information or to get involved. Meets regularly the first, second, and third Monday of a month at 7pm.

Women in Ministry (Oct 14 @ 11:30am): Join the women of Immanuel for some food, a devotion, and fellowship as you gather around the blessing that ministry brings into our lives.

Quilters (Oct 15 @ 9am): Immanuel Quilters meet the first and third Wednesday in the back of the sanctuary as they prepare quilts to bless others!

Mid-Week Bible Study (Oct 15 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Everyday Encounters - 2nd Grade Bible (Oct 15 @ 6pm): Immanuel gives all our 2nd graders a Bible for their use as we equip the family to read it at home and highlight important Christian verses for the faith. Parents of 2nd graders are invited to come to this brief Bible study to help them support their growth in the Christian faith. Join us as parents prepare a blessing for their children as we give a Bible to them in worship on October 18th or 19th.

Care Ministry Team Meeting (Oct 16 @ 5pm): Many members join the pastors in caring for our homebound members. If you are interested, we would love to have you join the team and visit a member or two once a month!

Race for Education (Oct 17): Envelopes are in the mail! You may receive one from a student you know, but if you don't, we would be honored by your gift. Please visit the Immanuel website and make your donation online, or submit a check or cash to the office. Thank you for your generous support!

Immanuel Everyday Encounters 6th Grade - Parenting Teens (Oct 19 @ 11:45am): Immanuel works to help families navigate parenting adolescents who will increasingly seek to assert their independence, which will lead to their confessing the Christian faith as their own and making choices that are consistent with this faith. This luncheon workshop shares tips and tools for healthy family relationships.

High School Youth Group (Oct 19 @ 6pm): Students spend time playing games, eating food, and studying God's Word. A great opportunity to bring friends! Each week is slightly different, so join in the fun! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Gentle Hearts (Oct 20 @ 1pm): Women who have a heart for Jesus gather together to study His Word and learn from His gentleness on Mondays at 1pm! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Confirmation (Oct 20 @ 5:45pm): Confirmation is designed to strengthen the faith! Our 6th - 8th grade students, not enrolled in our day school, begin their studies! Contact the church for more information!

Women’s Bible Study (Oct 20 @ 7pm): Women’s Bible Study meets on Monday evenings at 7pm (September - May). Contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-741-7140 x1003) for more information or to get involved. Meets regularly the first, second, and third Monday of a month at 7pm.

Mid-Week Bible Study (Oct 22 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

No School (Oct 24): Immanuel School is closed this day, but there are plenty of activities for you to be a part of!

Immanuel Blood Drive (Oct 24): Sign up online to be like Jesus! Give some of your blood and bless another! Contact the church office for more information!

Immanuel Trunk - N - Treat (Oct 24 @ 6pm): Come and decorate your trunk with a family-friendly theme (see Immanuel's Pinterest page for some examples), hand out candy (please no homemade goodies) or little toys, meet a few new people and have some fun! Prizes for the best trunk decorations will be awarded. The lot will open for cars at 6pm, and the trunk-n-treat begins at 6:30! This event will take place no matter the weather. If it is raining, we will move the event inside. Watch Facebook for, day of announcements regarding the event.

Men’s Breakfast (Oct 25 @ 8am): Men of Immanuel gather together to encourage and support one another around some good nourishment! Come and be Joshua 1:9 Men!

Immanuel Reformation Celebration (Oct 25 & 26): Come and celebrate the eternal Gospel of Jesus Christ and hear the clear declaration of God’s great love for you! Special music and all the glories of worship at Immanuel will be on display as we praise the Lord together (there is no communion in worship this weekend as we focus on the spoken Word).

Velocity (Oct 26 @ 1:30pm): Calling all Middle School youth! Join us for an afternoon of fun and games! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

High School Youth Group (Oct 26 @ 6pm): Students spend time playing games, eating food and studying God's Word. A great opportunity to bring friends! Each week is slightly different, so join in the fun! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Gentle Hearts (Oct 27 @ 1pm): Women who have a heart for Jesus gather together to study His Word and learn from His gentleness on Mondays at 1pm! For more information contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Confirmation (Oct 27 @ 5:45pm): Confirmation is designed to strengthen the faith! Our 6th - 8th grade students, not enrolled in our day school, begin their studies! Contact the church for more information!

Mission & Ministry Council Meeting (Oct 27 @ 6:30pm): Immanuel’s leadership board meets to review and equip our ministry and staff! This meeting opens an extra 30 minutes early to allow school family feedback as required by the state. Pray for our leaders and watch for regular updates in the enews about how Immanuel is working in the Kingdom of God!

Mid-Week Bible Study (Oct 29 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Called to Be - Voter’s Meeting (Nov 2 @ 11:45): Members of Immanuel have shared in the burden of ministry, sacrificed to provide the opportunity for expansion of our ministry, and we gather to make the choice on the next steps for Immanuel. Pick up your information in late October (should be available October 19th for review), then join the voice of Immanuel as God speaks and works through His Church!

Immanuel All Saints Day Celebration (Nov 1-2): Come and remember your loved ones who have heard the glorious promises of Jesus and been clothed with Christ in Holy Baptism which makes them saints in the eyes of God! Please send your picture of loved ones who have died in the faith to Pastor Colby by Wednesday (Oct 30) so we can use them in our worship service.

Trivia Night (Nov 8 @ 6pm): Join the Immanuel family for a night of trivia while supporting the youth! Sign up to get a table and prepare for fun! For more information contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Immanuel’s Calendar: Check out our ministry calendar that covers all the activities of Immanuel and her ministry. Stay up to date with all the information you need to be fully engaged at Immanuel! You can add it to your calendar by clicking here! Check out an overview of the year by clicking here.

Important links to keep you connected!

Sept 27 - Men’s Breakfast, 8am

Sept 27 - Golf Outing, 12:30pm

Sept 27 - Called to Be - Cottage Meeting, 6pm

Sept 27-28 - Called to Be - Grateful

Sept 28 - Called to Be - Cottage Meeting, 11:45am

Sept 28 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Sept 29 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Sept 29 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Sept 29 - Principal Chat, 6pm

Sept 29 - Mission & Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm

Oct 3-5 - 6th Grade Confirmation Retreat

Oct 4 - Called to Be - Prayer Vigil, 9am-4pm

Oct 4-5 - Called to Be - Faithful

Oct 5 - Immanuel Townhall, 11:45am

Oct 5 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 6 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 6 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 6 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

Oct 8 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Oct 9 - Grandparents Group, 1pm

Oct 11 and 12 - Commitment Weekend, Pastor Appreciation Weekend

Oct 12 - Commitment Celebration, 11:30am

Oct 12 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 13 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 13 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

Oct 14 - Women in Ministry, 11:30am

Oct 15 - Quilters, 9am

Oct 15 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Oct 15 - Everyday Encounters, 2nd grade Bible, 6pm

Oct 16 - Care Ministry Team Meeting, 5pm

Oct 17 - Race for Education

Oct 19 - Everyday Encounters, Parenting Teens, 11:45am)

Oct 19 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 20 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 20 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

Oct 22 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Oct 24 - No School

Oct 24 - Blood Drive

Oct 24 - Trunk n Treat, 6pm

Oct 25 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

Oct 25 and 26 - Reformation Celebration

Oct 26 - Velocity, 1:30pm

Oct 26 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

Oct 27 - Gentle Hearts, 1pm

Oct 27 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

Oct 27 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 6:30pm

Oct 29 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm

Nov 2 - Voter's Meeting, 11:45am

Nov 1 and 2 - All Saints Day Celebration

Nov 8 - Trivia Night, 6pm

Thank you for walking with us in the Called To Be Ministry Expansion Campaign!

Your prayers, support, and presence have been a blessing every step of the way. We look forward to sharing more videos, sermons, and upcoming events where we can continue to pray and celebrate all that God is doing at Immanuel. You can catch up on every campaign video so far on our YouTube channel

Together, let’s keep our eyes fixed on Christ and trust His leading as we build for the generations to come.

The annual Race for Education is underway, fueling everything we do to support students at Immanuel!

This year’s race kicks off fundraising for the Called To Be Ministry Expansion Campaign, with every dollar helping us build a better facility to strengthen Christian ministry right here at Immanuel in the Church, School, and Child Care. You may receive a letter from a student inviting your support, but even if you don’t, you can still join the mission by making a gift online.

Thank you for helping us create a brighter future for our families, students, and community!

Worship With Us!

Sunday Morning

8 AM & 10:30 AM

Bible Study

9:15 -10:15 AM

Saturday Night

5 PM

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School Mission

By Jen Comfort

Immanuel is blessed to have a strong partnership with the Concordia University system. This fall, we are excited to welcome seventeen students from Concordia University Wisconsin who will be completing their Elementary Block Science unit teaching in classrooms across many grade levels. This hands-on experience is an important step as they prepare for both pre-student teaching and future student teaching placements.

In addition, we are grateful to host two student teachers this semester:

Heidi Hahn, an Elementary Education major at CUW, is completing her student teaching in fifth grade with Mrs. Friedrich.

Lauren deGuzman, from Concordia University Chicago, is serving in our middle school as she prepares to graduate with a degree in Middle Grades Education.

We are truly blessed to support these future teachers as they grow in their calling to provide excellent academics and share the love of Jesus with students. Please keep them in your prayers during this important stage of their journey.