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
Immanuel Vision
By Pastor Steve
The Immanuel parking lot is having some much needed work done on it through our Called To Be building project. This work will be done over a three week period starting May 25th and be completed by June 12th. Our contractors have given us the following schedule:
May 25 - 31 Work begins, we will still have access to parking lot, but surface will be milled or removed during this process and areas will not be accessible
June 1 - 5 Work to strengthen foundation of the parking lot will be happening along with sewer and drainage issues being addressed; limited access to parking lot
June 5 - 7 NO ACCESS; work to mix in portland for a stable base for the parking lot will require up to 72 hours to cure and requires no traffic on the surface
June 8 -12 Surfacing the new parking lot; limited access
Immanuel will hold ONE OFF-SITE Worship service June 7th at 9:30am
at Lake Country Lutheran High School (401 Campus Drive, Hartland, WI)
(no services will be held on Saturday or Sunday at Immanuel)
Regular Voter’s Meeting held immediately following worship (about 10:30am)
Immanuel considered holding the service, as we have in the past, at Milwaukee Lutheran High School; however, the space that we would be able to use does not have air conditioning. If you have any questions or would like to get a ride to Lake Country Lutheran (LCL) please contact the church office at your convenience. Immanuel will work to connect rides through May 31st.
Put these important dates on your calendar!
May 10 - Mother's Day
May 11 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm
May 11 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm
May 12 - Women in Ministry, 11:30am
May 13 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 14 - Ascension of Our Lord
May 14 - Grandparents Group
May 15 - Bags and Brews, 5:30pm
May 16 - Men's Breakfast, 8am
May 17 - Move Up Weekend
May 17 - Velocity, 1:30pm
May 17 - High School Youth Group, 6pm
May 18 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm
May 20 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 21 - Immanuel Learning Celebration
May 22 - Immanuel Bloode Drive, noon to 5pm
May 23-24 - Pentecost
May 25 - Memorial Day, Immauel Closed
May 27 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 28 - Immanuel Track and Field Day
May 29 - Immanuel Last Day
May 30-31 - Holy Trinity Sunday
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Calling All High School and College Graduates!
If you or your child is graduating from high school or college this spring, we would love to celebrate you!
Immanuel will recognize high school and college graduates in our worship service on Sunday, June 7, at Lake Country Lutheran for those who submit graduate information to Pastor Steve at shenderson@immanuelbrookfield.org.
Please submit information to Pastor (or via the church office) no later than May 29th to be used for a display in the bulletin. Please provide your name, graduation date, school, accomplishments, plans after graduation, and pictures (one baby picture and one current picture).
We look forward to celebrating you!
Last Chnce T Register!
The tournament features a double elimination format with a seeding round, so every team is guaranteed multiple games and a chance to find their rhythm. Teams of all skill levels are welcome. Must be 18 or older to play.
Registration is $35 per team, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. All proceeds will kick off fundraising for a mission trip to Uganda in the beginning of 2027.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Immanuel Campus
Food will be available starting at 5:30 PM
Games begin at 6:00 PM.
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Berea Garden - Planting Help!
May’s Time Tithing event will be at Berea Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 16th to help them plant fruits and vegetables in their community garden! We will be there from 9:30 to 11:30, weather permitting.
Date and Time: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9:30-11:30am
Location: 4873 N 107th St, Milwaukee, WI
Or emailing Pastor Colby at chowell@immanuelbrookfield.org.
Come with us to get some morning sun and start the gardening season for a project that feeds the community!
Summer Youth of Jesus Joyful Service
Summer is right around the corner, and we are excited for a great lineup of youth events! Check out the sneak peek below and keep an eye out for more details in the future.
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
Managing Marriage
By Pastor Steve
It is the time of year when gardens are being planted, planters are beautiful, and grass is growing quickly. With the rain we get, the seeds are sown, and plants are ready to go outside where they will grow and flourish. We love the new life of spring, watching and waiting for the first sprouts to poke through the dirt! In the midst of all this excitement, there is also plenty of angst! The realities of a fallen world mean that our garden and yard, which we work so hard on, will also produce weeds!
Our marriage is no different! We work hard at producing a relationship that will flourish in the world, producing fruit from which others can benefit; however, in our garden, there are many things that compete with our production of good fruit! This month, I think we bring back our look at some of the weeds that we must pull early and often in our marital garden, thus protecting our happily ever after!
The quickly growing CRABSPOUSE (crabgrass) is one weed to be sure to watch out for. CRABSPOUSE is an obnoxious weed that seeds well in the fertile soils of marriage at any age. The weed begins by appearing as critical comments about a behavior, personality trait, or habit that then gives full bloom to an ungrateful attitude. If this weed is left to grow, the plant of your marriage will quickly be choked out by the lack of gratitude, encouragement, and optimism that once made the plant of your marriage grow strong and healthy.
The next weed to pull is the BUCKHORN PERSONALITY (buckhorn plantain). The BUCKHORN PERSONALITY weed produces broad leaves that sweep over the garden floor. These weeds emit a smell of selfishness through competition. The independence of this weed becomes contagious to the marriage plant, which turns away from the oneness of the one flesh marriage relationship towards the natural selfish desires that we all have. The marriage plant can literally be torn in two if this BUCKHORN PERSONALITY is not pulled quickly, so that the marriage can flourish as a united and committed plant in the garden of life.
Finally, be sure to pull the DANDEISOLATION (dandelion) as soon as it takes root. DANDEISOLATION is a quick-growing, deep-rooted weed that is difficult to get rid of when early signs are not done away with. When DANDEISOLATION first appears, it will cause the leaves of the marriage plant to grow in opposite directions. Soon the one plant will divide and produce two plants that are isolated from one another. The two individual plants will lack the support to produce the fruit they could have produced together.
Through pulling these weeds, the plant of your marriage will be able to thrive in the garden of life. Your plant will continue to grow and produce good fruit that brings praise and honor to the Lord of our marriage.
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Put these important dates on your calendar!
May 3 - Grief Share, 2pm
May 3 - High School Youth Group, 6pm
May 4 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm
May 4 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm
May 6 - Quilters, 9am
May 6 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 7 - National Day of Prayer
May 10 - Mother's Day
May 11 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm
May 11 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm
May 12 - Women in Ministry, 11:30am
May 13 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 14 - Ascension of Our Lord
May 14 - Grandparents Group
May 15 - Bags and Brews, 5:30pm
May 16 - Men's Breakfast, 8am
May 17 - Move Up Weekend
May 17 - Velocity, 1:30pm
May 17 - High School Youth Group, 6pm
May 18 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm
May 20 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 21 - Immanuel Learning Celebration
May 22 - Immanuel Bloode Drive, noon to 5pm
May 23-24 - Pentecost
May 25 - Memorial Day, Immauel Closed
May 27 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 28 - Immanuel Track and Field Day
May 29 - Immanuel Last Day
May 30-31 - Holy Trinity Sunday
Off-Site Worship June 7th at 9:30am
The Immanuel parking lot is having some much needed work done on it through our Called To Be building project. This work will be done over a three week period starting May 25th and be completed by June 12th. Our contractors have given us the following schedule:
May 25 - 31 Work begins, we will still have access to parking lot, but surface will be milled or removed during this process and areas will not be accessible
June 1 - 5 Work to strengthen foundation of the parking lot will be happening along with sewer and drainage issues being addressed; limited access to parking lot
June 5 - 7 NO ACCESS; work to mix in portland for a stable base for the parking lot will require up to 72 hours to cure and requires no traffic on the surface
June 8 -12 Surfacing the new parking lot; limited access
Immanuel will hold ONE OFF-SITE Worship service June 7th at 9:30am
at Lake Country Lutheran High School (401 Campus Drive, Hartland, WI)
(no services will be held on Saturday or Sunday at Immanuel)
Regular Voter’s Meeting held immediately following worship (about 10:30am)
Immanuel considered holding the service, as we have in the past, at Milwaukee Lutheran High School; however, the space that we would be able to use does not have air conditioning. If you have any questions or would like to get a ride to Lake Country Lutheran (LCL) please contact the church office at your convenience. Immanuel will work to connect rides through May 31st.
Calling All High School and College Graduates!
If you or your child is graduating from high school or college this spring, we would love to celebrate you!
Immanuel will recognize high school and college graduates in our worship service on Sunday, June 7, at Lake Country Lutheran for those who submit graduate information to Pastor Steve at shenderson@immanuelbrookfield.org.
Please submit information to Pastor (or via the church office) no later than May 29th to be used for a display in the bulletin. Please provide your name, graduation date, school, accomplishments, plans after graduation, and pictures (one baby picture and one current picture).
We look forward to celebrating you!
Only 9 More Days To Register!
The tournament features a double elimination format with a seeding round, so every team is guaranteed multiple games and a chance to find their rhythm. Teams of all skill levels are welcome. Must be 18 or older to play.
Registration is $35 per team, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. All proceeds will kick off fundraising for a mission trip to Uganda in the beginning of 2027.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Immanuel Campus
Food will be available starting at 5:30 PM
Games begin at 6:00 PM.
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
Month at a Glance
By Pastor Steve
Construction is up and running again! While the blocks start going up on the cafeteria addition, the blessings continue to come down from our heavenly Father! Check out some of the coming opportunities to celebrate those great blessings with the Immanuel family! Then, mark your calendars and join us!
Immanuel’s Mission: to honor and glorify God as we: equip the saints, reach the lost, and praise the Lord.
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!
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 27 @ 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! Can’t make 6pm, the dress rehearsal is at 9am.
Grief Share (May 3 @ 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 (May 3 @ 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 (May 4 @ 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 (May 4 @ 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 (May 6 @ 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 (May 6 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.
National Day of Prayer (May 7): The nation pauses to acknowledge the one in whom we trust! Take time to pray to God through our Lord Jesus Christ!
Mother’s Day (May 10): Immanuel rejoices in worship at the gift of mothers.
Gentle Hearts (May 11 @ 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 (May 11 @ 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 (May 12 @ 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 (May 13 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.
Ascension of Our Lord (May 14): Jesus ascends into heaven on this day to serve as your mediator before our heavenly Father. Immanuel celebrates this in worship on May 16-17.
Grandparents Group (May 14 @ 1pm): Grandparents Group is a time when Seniors come together for devotion, bible study, and fellowship.
4th Annual Bags & Brews Event (May 15 @ 5:30pm): Get your team together and sign up now for Bags & Brews! Spots are filling up quickly so register today! See details below. See below for a registration link.
Men’s Breakfast (May 16 @ 8am): Men of Immanuel gather together to encourage and support one another around some good nourishment! Come and be Joshua 1:9, Men!
Move Up Weekend (May 17): Immanuel welcomes new members into our youth groups as they continue to walk the journey of faith. Fifth grade students are welcome to join Velocity events and our eighth grade students are invited to come to the high school youth group!
Velocity (May 17 @ 1:30pm ): 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. Fifth graders are invited to join Velocity!
High School Youth Group (May 17 @ 6:00pm ): High schoolers gather together for devotion, games, and encouragement each Sunday. This weekend, 8th Grade students are welcomed into the group with special activities! So, come join the fun! For more information, contact Heather Vahl (hvahl@immanuelbrookfield.org; 262-781-7140).
Mission & Ministry Council Meeting (May 18 @ 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! This meeting starts 30 minutes early for parents to come and ask questions about the choice program.
Mid-Week Bible Study (May 20 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.
Immanuel Learning Celebrations (May 21): Our 3K, 4K, and 5K students celebrate their learning achievements!
Immanuel Blood Drive (May 22 @ 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.
Pentecost (May 23-24): Immanuel celebrates the birth of the Christian church as God pours out His promised Holy Spirit upon Peter, the disciples, and all believers! As promised, the baptized have the Holy Spirit given to them by God and are made members of God’s holy family!
Memorial Day (May 25): Immanuel is closed for Memorial Day (Child Care, School, and Church).
Mid-Week Bible Study (May 27 @ 1pm and 6pm): Join Pastor Colby, focusing on the readings for worship. Heighten your knowledge of His Word and deepen your worship.
Immanuel Track & Field Day (May 28): The school celebrates the end of the year with a day outside with track and field activities.
Immanuel LAST Day (May 29): Immanuel closes the school year out with closing Chapel at 8:15am, dismissal at 11:30am, and 8th grade graduation at 6pm (child care is closed).
Holy Trinity Sunday (May 30-31): Immanuel celebrates our Holy God who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit this weekend!
Construction Update (June 1-12): Immanuel’s dust is really going to start flying through the summer. The first major impact that the Immanuel family will experience is the parking lot work. There will not be access to the parking lot from June 1st - 12th! This means that we will be providing an alternate worship plan for the weekend of June 6-7! Watch for those details in the announcements, enews, and at worship! We will share those details as soon as we have confirmation of the schedule!
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!
Put these important dates on your calendar!
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
Mat 3 - Grief Share, 2pm
May 3 - High School Youth Group, 6pm
May 4 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm
May 4 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm
May 6 - Quilters, 9am
May 6 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 7 - National Day of Prayer
May 10 - Mother's Day
May 11 - Gentle Hearts Bible Study, 1pm
May 11 - Women's Bible Study, 7pm
May 12 - Women in Ministry, 11:30am
May 13 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 14 - Ascension of Our Lord
May 14 - Grandparents Group
May 15 - Bags and Brews, 5:30pm
May 16 - Men's Breakfast, 8am
May 17 - Move Up Weekend
May 17 - Velocity, 1:30pm
May 17 - High School Youth Group, 6pm
May 18 - Mission and Ministry Council Meeting, 7pm
May 20 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 21 - Immanuel Learning Celebration
May 22 - Immanuel Bloode Drive, noon to 5pm
May 23-24 - Pentecost
May 25 - Memorial Day, Immauel Closed
May 27 - Mid-Week Bible Study, 1pm and 6pm
May 28 - Immanuel Track and Field Day
May 29 - Immanuel Last Day
May 30-31 - Holy Trinity Sunday
Registration Now Open!
Bags & Brews Cornhole Tournament is back, and you won’t want to miss it.
Grab a partner and snag your spot before we fill up. Whether you’re in it for the competition or just a great night out, this is the perfect mix of fun, friendly rivalry, and community.
The tournament features a double elimination format with a seeding round, so every team is guaranteed multiple games and a chance to find their rhythm. Teams of all skill levels are welcome. Must be 18 or older to play.
Registration is $35 per team, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. All proceeds will kick off fundraising for a mission trip to Uganda in the beginning of 2027.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Immanuel Campus
Food will be available starting at 5:30 PM
Games begin at 6:00 PM.
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
School Mission
By Jen Comfort
This past Wednesday, we hosted “Get the Scoop Night”. This is a special Immanuel event designed to welcome families and give them a preview of the upcoming school year in a fun, relaxed setting.
We were so grateful to welcome more than 100 families to Immanuel for the return of this event. After a few years away, it was especially meaningful to bring “Get the Scoop Night” back and see our school community gathered together once again.
One of the greatest blessings of Immanuel is our strong and supportive community, and that was on full display throughout the evening. Families connected with teachers, staff, and one another while enjoying ice cream and receiving “the inside scoop” on what to expect in the upcoming school year.
Events like this remind us how thankful we are for the vibrant, engaged families who make Immanuel such a special place. The energy, conversation, and sense of belonging in the room were a wonderful reflection of who we are as a school.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the return of this tradition!
Put these important dates on your calendar!
April 19 - Grief Share, 2pm
April 19 - CANCELLED - 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
Registration Now Open!
Bags & Brews Cornhole Tournament is back, and you won’t want to miss it.
Grab a partner and snag your spot before we fill up. Whether you’re in it for the competition or just a great night out, this is the perfect mix of fun, friendly rivalry, and community.
The tournament features a double elimination format with a seeding round, so every team is guaranteed multiple games and a chance to find their rhythm. Teams of all skill levels are welcome. Must be 18 or older to play.
Registration is $35 per team, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. All proceeds will kick off fundraising for a mission trip to Uganda in the beginning of 2027.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Immanuel Campus
Food will be available starting at 5:30 PM
Games begin at 6:00 PM.
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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
Immanuel Vision
By Pastor Steve
Immanuel has just come out of some pretty amazing worship services! We celebrated the public declaration of faith for 20 of our 8th grade confirmands while we watched Jesus ride triumphantly into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. On Good Friday, we had over 600 people join us for worship as we watched Jesus give His life for our forgiveness! Then on Easter Sunday, we saw over 1,200 celebrate that Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! What a great blessing that would not be as full without a special thanks to our musicians, tech volunteers, elders, and ushers who make all our worship services possible! By their service, we get to focus on hearing the message of salvation from the Word of God!
With this great news, we turn to less than exciting news. The city of Brookfield continues to be difficult by saying one thing, but doing another. While we have had an initial permit, they are now requiring that we need to make a change to drainage piping in the building plan to meet their requirements (simply put, round drainage pipes need to be oval; note this is just a change in the engineering, not to the design of the building). While our construction partner, JH Hassinger, is working quickly to make the changes, this may delay the schedule a little. We are currently trending a week ahead of schedule, but this is just one more inconvenience we will get through!
While I must confess I get anxious about the schedule, about budgets, and about how Satan is attacking the lives of Christians, I must also confess that we have a Savior who has conquered him for us! I am convinced that nothing will separate us from God’s great love found in Jesus Christ (Rom 8:37-39). Therefore, when anxieties creep into my life or your life, we can cast all our cares on Him! We know that He cares for us!
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:6–7
P.S. Keep an eye on the Immanuel Facebook Page for updates and photos of the construction process!
Put these important dates on your calendar!
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
Registration Now Open!
Bags & Brews Cornhole Tournament is back, and you won’t want to miss it.
Grab a partner and snag your spot before we fill up. Whether you’re in it for the competition or just a great night out, this is the perfect mix of fun, friendly rivalry, and community.
The tournament features a double elimination format with a seeding round, so every team is guaranteed multiple games and a chance to find their rhythm. Teams of all skill levels are welcome. Must be 18 or older to play.
Registration is $35 per team, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. All proceeds will kick off fundraising for a mission trip to Uganda in the beginning of 2027.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Immanuel Campus
Food will be available starting at 5:30 PM
Games begin at 6:00 PM.
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
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 5th, at 6:30am, 8am, 9:30am, and 10:45am
Managing Marriage
By Pastor Steve
There is a word that can either make you cringe or swoon. It is a word that is often misunderstood, misrepresented, and misused in the world today. It is a word that is used by God to depict the oneness of the marriage relationship and the closeness of God to His people. So what is this word? Intimacy. Intimacy is a word that many people don’t fully understand and rarely seek to understand fully, but it is key to the one flesh relationship of marriage. So what is intimacy? Why do we need intimacy? How do you get intimacy?
Intimacy is the all-encompassing reality of growing closer together into marital oneness over time. It does not take away the individuality of a person, but exalts the individual in the relationship in selfless love. Intimacy is the vulnerability that allows another to truly see the whole person in acceptance and love. God has created us and called us into relationships with Him and others. This requires intimacy; it requires that we let others “into me see” so that they can truly “know” who I am.
This type of relationship reaches its highest earthly form in marriage, where husband and wife pledge to love and cherish one another in God’s one flesh union. This happens in several ways—intimacy is far more than physical union. Intimacy begins to develop as male and female spend time together. This intimacy must be deepened throughout the relationship as husband and wife build social intimacy actively living together (being present and communicating throughout daily life)—this is difficult with the full days we all have, but this is the hard work needed to build intimacy in marriage.
The relationship continues to grow deeper with shared dreams, beliefs, and intellectual pursuits. Intellectual intimacy is built as the ins and outs of life are navigated—this includes finances, calendars, issues, health, politics, or food. These things will change over time, which calls husband and wife to continue to build, develop, and strengthen their intellectual intimacy each and every day throughout all the stages of life.
Emotional intimacy is enhanced through the sharing of experiences and emotions. Both men and women experience emotion, but we do so in different ways. This is often a barrier to intimacy because we perceive that openness isn’t present due to the differences in our preference to process emotion internally or externally. To build emotional intimacy, seek to understand how your spouse deals with emotions and come to enjoy that uniqueness that God has created.
Physical intimacy is often thought of as the highest form of intimacy; after all, it is how a marriage is “legally” consummated. For as valuable and as misused as physical intimacy is, we often laugh or cringe at the differences between those whom God created as male and female. Physical intimacy for most men is different from that of most women, so much so that there are scores of comic relief for the married couple; however, this should be used as one place where sacrificial love binds husband and wife together in a way that no other can experience, as each spouse seeks to meet the needs of their beloved.
The height of intimacy is lived out through spiritual intimacy. This intimacy is not agreement on every point of life or faith, but it is an ongoing conversation that leads a person to see deeper and deeper into their spouse. Couples will strive to get at the heart of their beliefs—why they believe what they do, and how they experience faith together—and all the joys that come with faith and eternal life.
We need intimacy in marriage in every form as we continually grow together. It is this kind of intimacy that God had intended for your marriage when He joined you together for life. It is this kind of love, a self-sacrificing love, that concentrates on knowing your spouse fully and completely.
Put these important dates on your calendar!
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
Adventure Awaits at Immanuel VBS: Rainforest Falls!
Get ready to dive into an exciting week of discovery, fun, and faith!
From June 15–19, 2026, your child can explore the Rainforest Falls, a place full of adventure, games, crafts, and songs — all while learning about the incredible nature of God.
This isn’t just VBS — it’s an unforgettable experience where kids will:
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Encounter God’s creation in new and exciting ways
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Create fun crafts inspired by the rainforest
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Sing, dance, and celebrate in vibrant activities
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Build friendships and lasting memories with other kids
Register today and give your child the gift of adventure and faith!
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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
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.
Important links to keep you connected!
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
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/
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