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Sunday Morning

8 AM & 10:30 AM

Bible Study

9:15 -10:15 AM

Saturday Night

5 PM

Or Worship Online HERE

Palm Sunday

Sunday, March 29th, at 8am and 10:30am

Maundy Thursday

Thursday, April 2nd, at 6:30pm

Good Friday

Friday, April 3rd, at 1pm and 6:30pm

Easter Sunday

Sunday, April 5th, at 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, and 10:45am

Month at a Glance

By Pastor Steve

Dust is flying and dirt is moving! Construction is fully underway here at Immanuel. Excitement is high, just like the activity of the building. As we look down into the hole they dig for the footings of the new building, I feel a bit like the disciples at times…nothing is there! Celebrate the progress of our ministry expansion, but don’t lose sight of what is not there! The tomb is and always will be empty, because Jesus is alive forevermore! Shifting into April helps us proclaim this reality, which warms us with more than warmer temperatures. It warms with the eternal hope we have in Jesus! Celebrate with us throughout this season at the many exciting things we have going on at Immanuel!

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

Principal Chat (Mar 27 @ 2:15pm): 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).

Confirmation Rehearsal (Mar 28 @ 9am): Confirmands and their parents walk through the events in preparation for our 8th grade students' public confession of their faith! Confirmands will get their robes and have a chance to answer any questions for Confirmation Day.

Easter Eggstravaganza (Mar 28 @ 9:30am): Children of Immanuel gather together for an Easter egg hunt, games, and a message that helps us focus on the meaning of Jesus’ empty tomb! Contact Heather Vahl for more information.

Velocity (Mar 28 @ 11:30am): Calling all Middle School youth! Join us for a day of fun and games as we prepare to celebrate the resurrection of Christ Jesus! Contact Heather Vahl for more information.

Funeral - David Schlie (Mar 28 @ 3pm): Join us as we worship, take comfort in, and celebrate the promises of Jesus extended to David Schlie at 3pm. The family will host a time of fellowship after the service in the field house with food.

Triumphal Entry - Palm Sunday (Mar 28 & 29): As we have walked through Lent to the cross, now we enter into Jerusalem with Jesus. In our worship services on Saturday and Sunday, we will wave palm fronds and rejoice in our King Jesus to kick off this holy week focused on how He saves us!

Confirmation - Faith Statements (Mar 29 @ 9:20am): Confirmands who have studied the Word of God for the last several years have strengthened their faith and are prepared to publicly confess their trust in Christ Jesus through the rite of confirmation. To celebrate this milestone of faith, Immanuel is invited to hear these students share their faith statements that have been prepared through the process of strengthening we call confirmation. Come and witness these confirmands read their faith statements before the church (this replaces all our Bible studies for the weekend).

Confirmation Worship (Mar 29 @ 10:30am): Immanuel has prepared our 8th grade students to confess the name of Jesus publicly. In this worship service, they will make that public profession of their faith and be invited to join in the Lord’s Supper with all those who confess this truth in Christ Jesus! Pray for the ongoing growth and maturation of our 20 confirmands’ faith!

Grief Share (Mar 29 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions that provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

High School Youth Group (Mar 29 @ 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 (Mar 30 @ 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).

Mission & Ministry Council Meeting (Mar 30 @ 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!

Quilters (Apr 1 @ 9am): Immanuel Quilters meet on the first and third Wednesdays in the back of the sanctuary as they prepare quilts to bless others!

Maundy Thursday (Apr 2 @ 6:30pm): Today, we go into the upper room with Jesus and the Disciples as He institutes the Lord’s Supper. Join us for worship as we taste and see that the Lord’s forgiveness is not only good, but is true! This service offers Holy Communion.

Good Friday (Apr 3 @ 1pm or 6:30pm): We have journeyed to the cross throughout Lent, but tonight we stand at the foot of Jesus’ cross. We hear the words He speaks and see the extent of His love for us. Join us for this service of darkness.

No Saturday Worship (Apr 4): No regular Saturday worship service as we look toward to celebrating the resurrection of Jesus on Sunday morning!

Easter Worship (Apr 5): Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Join us for worship on this holy Sunday of our Lord’s Resurrection that announces to all creation that our debt of sin has been forgiven because God has accepted the sacrificial death of Jesus in our place! Here is our worship schedule:

6:30am Sonrise Worship with Holy Communion

8:00am Resurrection Celebration

9:30am Resurrection Celebration

10:45am Resurrection Celebration

Easter Breakfast (Apr 5 @ 7:15am): Come to celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord and stay for breakfast! The youth will host our breakfast as they raise funds for their summer trip to Idaho where they will serve like our risen Lord (free will donation will be collected to support the youth)!

Easter Monday (Apr 6): Immanuel is closed on Easter Monday and there is no school.

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

Digital Citizenship (Apr 8 @ 6:30pm): Join Immanuel as we welcome nationally renowned speaker, Ben Tracy! He will come and share about keeping everyone safe in digital spaces. He will be in the school during the day, and parents are encouraged to attend the evening session in the sanctuary, where he will give practical guidance and insights for families. All adult guests are welcome, so bring a friend. Please RSVP HERE!

Grandparents Group (Apr 9 @ 1pm): Grandparents Group is a time when Seniors come together for devotion, bible study, and fellowship.

Grief Share (Apr 12 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions that provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

High School Youth Group (Apr 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 (Apr 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).

Women’s Bible Study (Apr 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 on the first, second, and third Monday of the month at 7pm.

Women in Ministry (Apr 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 (Apr 15 @ 9am): Immanuel Quilters meet on the first and third Wednesdays in the back of the sanctuary as they prepare quilts to bless others!

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

Grief Share (Apr 19 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions that provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

Fusion (Apr 19 @ 1:30pm): Join Immanuel’s 3rd - 5th grade students for an event full of fun and engaging relationship strengthening activities. For more information contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

High School Youth Group (Apr 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 (Apr 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).

Women’s Bible Study (Apr 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 on the first, second, and third Monday of the month at 7pm.

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

Immanuel Boys Volleyball Tournament (Apr 23-24): Immanuel hosts our boys volleyball tournament. Stop in and take in a game or volunteer to serve. Go Lions!

Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee - Auction (Apr 24): Immanuel is partnered with the LHSAGM and supports their annual auction. For more information or to attend, contact Shari Debraal (SDebraal@weteachtruth.org).

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

Time Tithing - Two for One (Apr 25): Immanuel dedicates her time to serve like Jesus! Join fellow servants of Jesus to serve in our community this April as we work with Milwaukee River Keepers Spring Cleanup or packing food with Feed My Starving Children.

Feed My Starving Children has 15 open spots for Immanuel to serve on Saturday, April 25th, from 9:30am-11:30am (may be able to add more). Sign up to serve by clicking here!

Milwaukee River Keepers works to clean up a portion of the Menomonee River at Webster Park on Mayfair Rd (between Hampton and Capitol), Saturday, April 25th, from 9am-noon. Get a free shirt as you serve in creation! Sign up here!

For more information or help signing up, contact Pastor Colby (chowell@immanuelbrookfield.org; 208-599-3974).

Father Daughter Dance (Apr 25 @ 6pm): Join Immanuel families for our annual father daughter dance. Contact Immanuel for more information or to sign up.

Grief Share (Apr 26 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions, which provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

Everyday Encounters: Responsible Driving (Apr 26 @ 6pm): Immanuel engages our families as they work to diligently and faithfully pass on the Christian faith. For those in High School, we check in and apply our Christian faith to driving responsibly. Come and learn a little about car care, best practices, and how your faith directs you in all your activities of life!

Gentle Hearts (Apr 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).

Mission & Ministry Council Meeting (Apr 17 @ 6:30pm): 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! This meeting starts 30 minutes early for parents to come and ask questions about the choice program.

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

Immanuel Musical 1st - 4th Grade (May 1 @ 6:00pm): Come enjoy our production by our 1st through 4th grade students in their musical!

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.

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Put these important dates on your calendar!

March 28 - Confirmation Rehearsal, 9am

March 28 - Easter Eggstravaganza, 9:30am

March 28 - Velocity, 11:30am

March 28 & 29 - Triumphal Entry - Palm Sunday

March 29 - Confirmation - Faith Statements, 9:20am

March 29 - Confirmation Worship, 10:30am

March 29 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 29 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 30 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 30 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm

April 1 - Quilters Group, 9am

April 2 - Maundy Thursday, 6:30pm

April 3 - Good Friday, 1pm or 6:30pm

April 5 - Easter Worship, 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, 10:45am

April 5 - Easter Breakfast

April 6 - Easter Monday, School closed

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

April 8 - Digital Citizenship, 6:30pm

April 9 - Grandparents Group, 1pm

April 12 - Grief Share, 2pm

April 12 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

April 13 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

April 13 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

April 14 - Women in Ministry, 11:30am

April 15 - Quilters Group, 9am

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

April 19 - Grief Share, 2pm

April 19 - Fusion Youth Group, 1:30pm

April 19 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

April 20 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

April 20 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

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

April 23-24 - Immanuel Biys Volleyball Tournament

April 24 - Lutheran High School Association Annual Auction

April 25 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

April 25 - Time Tithing

April 25 - Father Daughter Dance, 6pm

April 26 - Grief Share, 2pm

April 26 - Everyday Encounters: Responsible Driving, 6pm

April 27 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

April 27 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm

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

May 1 - Immanuel Musical 1st - 4th Grade, 6pm

Don’t Miss a Special Presentation with National Speaker Ben Tracy!

Immanuel is proud to host Ben Tracy, a nationally recognized expert on responsible use of social media, technology, online safety, and digital citizenship.

This adult-only presentation will dive into important topics affecting families, students, and our community. Content may be sensitive in nature, but the conversation is critical.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to gain practical guidance and insights you can use every day.

For more information about Ben Tracy: https://safesocialnetwork.com/

RSVP’s are appreciated! RSVP Here.

April Time Tithing - Two Choices for the Price of One!

Our 2026 Time Tithing season kicks off in April! To celebrate the start of Immanuel’s monthly service projects, we have put together two options for the Immanuel family. Both options are happening on the same day at the same time, so you’ll have to pick one!

Option 1: Volunteering with Feed My Starving Children

We will be working to pack meals for children in need around the world! Kids are welcome to come along with adults. Read FMSC’s description of the event:

“Kids and adults of all ages hand-pack nutritious MannaPack® meals specifically designed to assist in reversing and preventing undernutrition. Volunteering occurs at our permanent sites and hundreds of MobilePack™ events nationwide.”

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026

Time: 9:30-11:30am

Location: Brookfield Lutheran Church - 18500 Burleigh Road, Brookfield, WI 53045

We have reserved 15 spots for the event, but we can potentially add more if we need to. Sign up soon! We will meet at Brookfield Lutheran Church from 9:30-11:30am to pack these meals. Sign up HERE, or contact Pastor Colby at chowell@immanuelbrookfield.org.

Option 2: Spring Cleanup with the Milwaukee River Keepers!

Immanuel will be volunteering to clean up a portion of the Menomonee River, at Webster Park on Mayfair Rd in between Hampton and Capitol, from 9am to noon on Saturday, April 25. There is no limit to the amount of volunteers we can bring, so please come join us outside for some fresh air on a nice Spring morning! And if that isn’t nice enough for you, the River Keepers will give you a free T-shirt as well!

There are two ways to sign up. First, you can do it on your own by clicking HERE. Second, your other option is to call, text, or email Pastor Colby at (208) 599-3974 or chowell@immanuelbrookfield.org, tell him you would like to join and also what your T-shirt size is, and he can sign you up.

Worship With Us!

Sunday Morning

8 AM & 10:30 AM

Bible Study

9:15 -10:15 AM

Saturday Night

5 PM

Or Worship Online HERE

Lent Worship Schedule

Wednesday, March 18th at 6:30pm

Wednesday, March 25th at 6:30pm

Immanuel Vision

By Pastor Steve

Immanuel celebrated our ceremonial groundbreaking on March 1st. It was a day filled with many blessings and many people! While the celebration of this great step marks the beginning of the process, Immanuel continues to wait in the city of Brookfield to release permits for the project. As soon as those permits are given, we will see J.H. Hassinger (our construction partners) working on the building project, and no later than March 23rd, though we pray sooner!

While we have shifted much in our daily function so that we, J.H. Hassinger, will be ready to begin as soon as those permits green light their work. This does mean that we are entering through different doors, parking in different places (a huge thank you to our friends at Hahn Ace Hardware, who allow us to use some of their parking throughout the week to lessen the traffic in our parking lot), relocating items to shelves in hallways, and so much more. Thank you for understanding the inconvenience! If you are overly frustrated, which is bound to happen in a project of this scale, please feel free to come and share your frustrations with me. As we learn and grow into this process, we will try to communicate the best we can so that those expectations can be shared and frustrations understood.

This is certainly hard. The planning and meetings led us through many difficult conversations. The raising of funds, writing of grants, and sacrificially giving all helped us share this hard burden to look forward to something good. All of the shuffling and frustration add to that difficulty. But we know that there is something very good on the other side of this hard! We will have new classrooms, a new gathering space, and new ministry opportunities! On the other side of this difficult season, we will see the blessing that we have worked so hard for! On the other side of this, we continue to praise the Lord for His good work among us and for being our great Immanuel (God with us)! On the other side of hard, we will equip the saints, reach the lost, and praise the Lord!

Put these important dates on your calendar!

March 14 - PreMarriage Workshop, 9am

March 15 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 15 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 15-22 - Spring Break at Immanuel, office available by appointment

March 16 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 16 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

March 18 - Quilters Group, 9am

March 18- Mid-week Bible Study, 1pm and 5pm

March 18 - Lent Mid-week Worship, 6:30pm

March 19-20 - Child Care closed

March 20 - Blood Drive, 12pm to 5pm

March 21 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

March 22 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 22 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 23 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 23 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

March 25- Mid-week Bible Study, 1pm and 5pm

March 25 - Lent Mid-week Worship, 6:30pm

March 27 - Principal Chat, 2:15pm

March 28 - Confirmation Rehearsal, 9am

March 28 - Easter Eggstravaganza, 9:30am

March 28 - Velocity, 11:30am

March 28 & 29 - Triumphal Entry - Palm Sunday

March 29 - Confirmation - Faith Statements, 9:20am

March 29 - Confirmation Worship, 10:30am

March 29 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 29 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 30 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 30 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm

April 1 - Quilters Group, 9am

April 2 - Maundy Thursday, 6:30pm

April 3 - Good Friday, 1pm or 6:30pm

April 5 - Easter Worship, 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, 10:45am

April 5 - Easter Breakfast

April 6 - Easter Monday

April 8 - Digital Citizenship, 6:30pm

Worship With Us!

Sunday Morning

8 AM & 10:30 AM

Bible Study

9:15 -10:15 AM

Saturday Night

5 PM

Or Worship Online HERE

Lent Worship

Wednesday, March 25th at 6:30pm

Palm Sunday

Sunday, March 29th, at 8am and 10:30am

Maundy Thursday

Thursday, April 2nd, at 6:30pm

Good Friday

Friday, April 3rd, at 1pm and 6:30pm

Easter Sunday

Sunday, April 5th, at 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, and 10:45am

School Mission

By Jen Comfort

Spring break is a cherished time for our school families and makes the month of March go by quickly. Somehow, we still manage to never skip a beat with all the great things happening in our school.

Our 8th-grade boys basketball team earned the Consolation Championship at the Lutheran Sports Association State Tournament. Ten students also participated in the Project LEAD leadership learning day at the War Memorial Center.

We are proud to share that Mr. Kyle Jagler and Mrs. Autumn Bynum were recognized as Educators of the Year by the LCMS South Wisconsin District.

Academically, students finished the second trimester strong. In grades 3–8, 76 students earned Academic Achievement honors with GPAs between 3.5–3.8, while 82 students achieved Academic Excellence with GPAs of 3.9–4.0.

Way to go, Immanuel Lions students and teachers! We can’t wait to see the new ways we celebrate excellence in the last few months of this school year.

Put these important dates on your calendar!

March 21 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

March 22 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 22 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 23 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 23 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

March 25- Mid-week Bible Study, 1pm and 5pm

March 25 - Lent Mid-week Worship, 6:30pm

March 27 - Principal Chat, 2:15pm

March 28 - Confirmation Rehearsal, 9am

March 28 - Easter Eggstravaganza, 9:30am

March 28 - Velocity, 11:30am

March 28 & 29 - Triumphal Entry - Palm Sunday

March 29 - Confirmation - Faith Statements, 9:20am

March 29 - Confirmation Worship, 10:30am

March 29 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 29 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 30 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 30 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm

April 1 - Quilters Group, 9am

April 2 - Maundy Thursday, 6:30pm

April 3 - Good Friday, 1pm or 6:30pm

April 5 - Easter Worship, 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, 10:45am

April 5 - Easter Breakfast

April 6 - Easter Monday

April 8 - Digital Citizenship, 6:30pm

Don’t Miss a Special Presentation with National Speaker Ben Tracy!

Immanuel is proud to host Ben Tracy, a nationally recognized expert on responsible use of social media, technology, online safety, and digital citizenship.

This adult-only presentation will dive into important topics affecting families, students, and our community. Content may be sensitive in nature, but the conversation is critical.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to gain practical guidance and insights you can use every day.

For more information about Ben Tracy: https://safesocialnetwork.com/

RSVP’s are appreciated! RSVP Here.

Worship With Us!

Sunday Morning

8 AM & 10:30 AM

Bible Study

9:15 -10:15 AM

Saturday Night

5 PM

Or Worship Online HERE

Lent Worship Schedule

Wednesday, March 11th at 6:30pm

Wednesday, March 18th at 6:30pm

Wednesday, March 25th at 6:30pm

Managing Marriage

By Pastor Steve

Ahh, the month of “love” has passed, along with Valentine’s Day. Many good spouses showed their undying affection through flowers, cards, and candy (some looked really nice, and others didn’t look so good). Many not so great poets attempted their hand at putting to pen the devotion of love that they experience for their special someone. A few others still bristled at the propaganda of greeting card companies that established a fictional holiday that forces people to purchase cards, candy, and flowers at greatly inflated prices (“surely not I Lord”). It is for “We few, we happy few, we band of brothers” (Shakespeare’s Henry V, 1598) that I write this month’s Managing Marriage article (as much to myself as to others!).

While the month of “love” may have passed, we must be sure not to let our acts of love pass by as well! Marriage must be nurtured, especially by those who claim they don’t need a special day in February to show that they love their spouse. In honor of my commitment to live love and commitment to my wife each and every day (and failing more than one day a year), I have developed a couple of areas in which I am going to challenge us all (men and women alike).

Car—you might not think of it, but the car is a great place in which you can show your spouse your love. Here are just a few ways: start your spouse’s car and let it warm up before they leave for the day; fill up your spouse’s car with gas; scrape off the windshield in the morning; leave a nice hot mug of coffee (or hot chocolate, or tea, or bottled water, or well you get the idea) in the cup holder of their car.

Cans—there is power in taking out the trash, recycling, or any number of other chores in the home (start or move over a load of laundry, do the dishes with a purpose, or clean the room no one wants to clean). Do this, not for a pat on the back, but as an action to show your love!

Cooking—the saying goes that the quickest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, but I think it is a pretty quick trip for women too. Make your spouse’s favorite meal for them; add candles and you might add a dash of love to their day.

Shower—when your spouse is in the shower, steal their towel (warning: those who don’t keep reading may get kicked!) put it in the dryer for a couple minutes to warm it up. Promptly return it, nice and warm, back to a place they can get it when done.

Gratitude—one of the loudest ways to show your love for your spouse is with your gratitude. Look at your spouse and thank them for the many things they do. When you see someone in public that you may not agree with, turn to your spouse and thank them for the person they are. Get a card, give a gift, or leave a note with the purpose of sharing your gratitude. Or, if you are daring, treat your spouse like the king or queen for the night—greet them when they enter the home with their favorite drink, slippers, and a word of thanks!

Let your love be lived each day of the year for all to see, especially your spouse!

Put these important dates on your calendar!

March 7 - Immanuel Auction

March 8 - Daylight Savings

March 8 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 8 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 9 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 9 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

March 9 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm

March 10 - Women in Minsitry, 11:30am

March 11- Mid-week Bible Study, 1pm and 5pm

March 11 - Lent Mid-week Worship, 6:30pm

March 12 - Grandparents Group, 1pm

March 14 - PreMarriage Workshop, 9am

March 15 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 15 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 15-22 - Spring Break at Immanuel, office available by appointment

March 16 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 16 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

March 18 - Quilters Group, 9am

March 18- Mid-week Bible Study, 1pm and 5pm

March 18 - Lent Mid-week Worship, 6:30pm

March 19-20 - Child Care closed

March 20 - Blood Drive, 12pm to 5pm

March 21 - Men's Breakfast, 8am

March 22 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 22 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 23 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 23 - Confirmation, 5:45pm

March 25- Mid-week Bible Study, 1pm and 5pm

March 25 - Lent Mid-week Worship, 6:30pm

March 27 - Principal Chat, 2:15pm

March 28 - Confirmation Rehearsal, 9am

March 28 - Easter Eggstravaganza, 9:30am

March 28 - Velocity, 11:30am

March 28 & 29 - Triumphal Entry - Palm Sunday

March 29 - Confirmation - Faith Statements, 9:20am

March 29 - Confirmation Worship, 10:30am

March 29 - Grief Share, 2pm

March 29 - High School Youth Group, 6pm

March 30 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm

March 30 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm

April 1 - Quilters Group, 9am

April 2 - Maundy Thursday, 6:30pm

April 3 - Good Friday, 1pm or 6:30pm

April 5 - Easter Worship, 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, 10:45am

April 5 - Easter Breakfast

April 6 - Easter Monday

April 8 - Digital Citizenship, 6:30pm

Get ready… the silent auction is almost here!

Auction packages will be opening very soon for bidding, so keep an eye on the event site as items go live. From family experiences to sports tickets and unique outings, there will be plenty of great packages to compete for.

And remember — tomorrow is auction day! The silent auction will close during the event tomorrow night, so be sure to set your max bid and let the software do the work for you while the friendly competition heats up.

Start watching, start bidding, and get ready for a fun night of bidding and support for Immanuel!

Preview items and BID HERE!

Worship With Us!

Sunday Morning

8 AM & 10:30 AM

Bible Study

9:15 -10:15 AM

Saturday Night

5 PM

Or Worship Online HERE

Lent Worship Schedule

Wednesday, March 4th at 6:30pm

Wednesday, March 11th at 6:30pm

Wednesday, March 18th at 6:30pm

Wednesday, March 25th at 6:30pm

Month at a Glance

By Pastor Steve

Time marches, as does the Church of Christ! With construction starting soon, the ministry keeps marching along! Join us and keep in step as you mark your calendar for these exciting things. While ministry will see a lot of dust and disruption, the Gospel of Jesus is never bound! May we march in step with Him and we proclaim the great work of Jesus in our midst!

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

Men’s Breakfast (Feb 28 @ 8am): Men of Immanuel gather together to encourage and support one another around some good nourishment! Come and be Joshua 1:9 Men!

Called to Be Groundbreaking (Mar 1 @ noon): Join the Immanuel family as we break ground on our ministry expansion project! We will celebrate with a little liturgy and prayer in all our weekend worship services; however, at noon, we will have sandwiches, chips, and dirt dessert as we gather to celebrate. You can enjoy the slideshow of our history as we walk into what our future holds here at Immanuel. At noon, we will go outside for a brief groundbreaking rite (currently looks like it will be 25 degrees). We will have two Touch-A-Truck options for kids and a photo station for all! Join us as we celebrate what the Lord is doing!

Fusion (Mar 1 @ 1:30pm): 3rd - 5th grade are invited for fun in the gym with Mrs Vahl. For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).

Grief Share (Mar 1 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions that provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

Teacher of the Year: Autumn Bynum & Kyle Jagler (Mar 1): Immanuel is blessed to have phenomenal teachers, and this year two of our teachers are recognized as the South Wisconsin District teacher of the year – Autumn Bynum (Immanuel 4K teacher), 4K-3rd Grade Teacher of the Year; Kyle Jagler (Immanuel Middle School & Athletic Director), 4th-8th Grade Teacher of the Year. The District hosts a dinner this evening to celebrate their accomplishment. Be sure to thank them for using their God-given gifts for His glory!

High School Youth Group (Mar 1 @ 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 (Mar 2 @ 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 (Mar 2 @ 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 (Mar 2 @ 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 on the first, second, and third Monday of the month at 7pm.

Quilters (Mar 4 @ 9am): Immanuel Quilters meet on the first and third Wednesdays in the back of the sanctuary as they prepare quilts to bless others!

Mid-Week Bible Study (Mar 4 @ 1pm and 5pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Lent Mid-Week Worship (Mar 4 @ 6:30pm): Join Immanuel as we journey through Lent, seeing God work through Jonah’s life as well as our daily lives! These devotional services begin at 6:30pm.

State Basketball (Mar 6-8): Immanuel’s 8th Grade boys basketball team was accepted to state and will be competing as they represent the Lions at Concordia University, Wisconsin. Blessings as you compete and reflect Christ in your character!

Immanuel’s Auction (Mar 7): Immanuel’s annual Auction takes on “A Storybook Evening” as we raise funds to further the work and ministry of Immanuel! If you didn’t get tickets, you can bid online! We are excited to celebrate the great things that happen at Immanuel as we honor and glorify God as we: equip the saints, reach the lost, and praise the Lord! BID HERE!

Daylight Savings (Mar 8): Don’t forget to spring forward and make it to church on time!

Grief Share (Mar 8 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions that provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

High School Youth Group (Mar 8 @ 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 (Mar 9 @ 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 (Mar 9 @ 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 (Mar 9 @ 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 on the first, second, and third Monday of the month at 7pm.

Women in Ministry (Mar 10 @ 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.

Mid-Week Bible Study (Mar 11 @ 1pm and 5pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Lent Mid-Week Worship (Mar 11 @ 6:30pm): Join Immanuel as we journey through Lent, seeing God work through Jonah’s life as well as our daily lives! These devotional services begin at 6:30pm.

Grandparents Group (Mar 12 @ 1pm): Grandparents Group is a time when Seniors come together for devotion, bible study, and fellowship.

PreMarriage Workshop (Mar 14 @ 9:00am): Immanuel works to prepare those getting married to experience the blessings of Marriage as God designed! If you are looking to get married in the coming year, join Pastor Steve for this workshop as you prepare for marriage! For more information or to RSVP, contact Pastor Steve (shenderson@ImmanuelBrookfield.org).

Grief Share (Mar 15 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions, which provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

High School Youth Group (Mar 15 @ 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).

Spring Break at Immanuel (Mar 15-22): Immanuel is on spring break this week. The office is available by appointment.

Gentle Hearts (Mar 16 @ 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 (Mar 16 @ 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!

Quilters (Mar 18 @ 9am): Immanuel Quilters meet on the first and third Wednesdays in the back of the sanctuary as they prepare quilts to bless others!

Mid-Week Bible Study (Mar 18 @ 1pm and 5pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Lent Mid-Week Worship (Mar 18 @ 6:30pm): Join Immanuel as we journey through Lent, seeing God work through Jonah’s life as well as our daily lives! These devotional services begin at 6:30pm.

Child Care Closed (Mar 19-20): Child Care is closed for spring break.

Immanuel Blood Drive (Mar 20 from noon - 5pm): Be like Jesus and give a little blood to bless and save others! Go to redcrossblood.org and use the “BlessedToGive” sponsor code to sign up.

Men’s Breakfast (Mar 21 @ 8am): Men of Immanuel gather together to encourage and support one another around some good nourishment! Come and be Joshua 1:9 Men!

Grief Share (Mar 22 @ 2pm): Grief Share is a Christian-based program consisting of 12 weekly sessions which provide anyone grieving the loss of a loved one a warm and supportive environment with people who care and understand how they feel. This program includes weekly videos, discussion, prayer, devotion, sharing, and encouragement throughout the sessions. We welcome anyone who has lost a loved one; you do not need to be a member of Immanuel. Contact the church office for more information (262-781-7140) or register at www.griefshare.org.

High School Youth Group (Mar 22 @ 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 (Mar 23 @ 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 (Mar 23 @ 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!

Mid-Week Bible Study (Mar 25 @ 1pm and 5pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.

Lent Mid-Week Worship (Mar 25 @ 6:30pm): Join Immanuel as we journey through Lent, seeing God work through Jonah’s life as well as our daily lives! These devotional services begin at 6:30pm.

Principal Chat (Mar 27 @ 2:15pm): 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).

Confirmation Rehearsal (Mar 28 @ 9am): Confirmands and their parents walk through the events in preparation for our 8th grade students' public confession of their faith! Confirmands will get their robes and have a chance to answer any questions for Confirmation Day.

Easter Eggstravaganza (Mar 28 @ 9:30am): Children of Immanuel gather together for an Easter egg hunt, games, and a message that helps us focus on the meaning of Jesus’ empty tomb! Contact Heather Vahl for more information.

Velocity (Mar 28 @ 11:30am): Calling all Middle School youth! Join us for a day of fun and games as we prepare to celebrate the resurrection of Christ Jesus! Contact Heather Vahl for more information.

Triumphal Entry - Palm Sunday (Mar 28 & 29): As we have walked through Lent to the cross, now we enter into Jerusalem with Jesus. In our worship services on Saturday and Sunday, we will wave palm fronds and rejoice in our King Jesus to kick off this holy week focused on how He saves us!

Confirmation - Faith Statements (Mar 29 @ 9:20am): Confirmands who have studied the Word of God for the last several years have strengthened their faith and are prepared to publicly confess their trust in Christ Jesus through the rite of confirmation. To celebrate this milestone of faith, Immanuel is invited to hear these students share their faith statements that have been prepared through the process of strengthening we call confirmation. Come and witness these confirmands read their faith statements before the church (this replaces all our Bible studies for the weekend).

Confirmation Worship (Mar 29 @ 10:30am): Immanuel has prepared our 8th grade students to confess the name of Jesus publicly. In this worship service, they will make that public profession of their faith and be invited to join in the Lord’s Supper with all those who confess this truth in Christ Jesus! Pray for the ongoing growth and maturation of our 20 confirmand’s faith!