CALLED TO BE - MINISTRY EXPANSION CAMPAIGN

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!

• Ministry Handbook

• Discipleship at Immanuel

• 2025-2026 Bible Studies